Pharoticus

The line I remember: No matter how gorgeous she looks, there's always a man out there who's sick and tired of her nonsense.

Yes, Phetchaburi (sometimes called Phetburi) is central Thailand. On the Gulf side of Thailand, the south starts in Chumpon.

True. I'd like to see a detailed report of what life is like in FLA.

And you've ended up in Thailand rather than, say, Singapore or Monaco or Portugal or Argentina. Thailand is for losers. You have indeed been harmed by your experiences. You have my sympathies.

I've said this before: if you stay within the law in Thailand and avoid bargirls and others foreigners, you should be safe. When meeting foreigners, be VERY cautious. Many or most of them are liars, crooks, scammers, perverts, mentally disturbed, psychopaths / sociopaths, drug addicts, etc. Never believe what foreigners tell you. Play it cool. If the foreigner is telling you the truth about his current or former career, it'll become evident soon enough. Don't rush into new friendships or stupid business deals. In almost all cases, avoid business deals with Thais. Keep yourself to yourself and you won't go wrong. Be happy! Enjoy Thailand.