Isaan sailor

We live in a typical Isaan farm village, across the street from a park. The neighbors (mostly relatives) help watch over things.. We travel frequently. But with the price of yaba down, many locals now addicted—and unemployable. Every family has a ner-do-well. and they in turn have friends.

We’ve had a couple of incidents over the years. And we know who. Stainless on all 1st floor windows and sliders, plus some 2nd floor. Motion sensors along sides of house, coordinated with 10 CCTV cameras. Deadbolts on some doors. Perimeter fencing with stainless steal points. And yes, I worked in the industrial security field in America. Sure anyone can get in if they really want to. But if they survive—they’ll do time in prison.

Does anyone think CCP’s land ambitions would stop at Taiwan?

I’ll wait for China (world’s biggest polluter) to make the first move in CO2 reduction.

Xi is watching…

MSNBC’s Katy Tur suggested Fetterman had Presidential material. Or perhaps Biden could replace Harris with Fetterman…

High season winding down. Use caution at sea.

Both Trump, and especially Biden—well past their prime.

Throughout the world, there’s a big difference between a girlfriend and a wife. Choose wisely, gentlemen.

What Americans really don’t want—a rematch of Trump/Biden. Both have too much baggage, both too old and one is borderline senile and needs a teleprompter to speak coherently.

Disclaimer: Although I advised a purchase—if you can afford it—I will also admit I own stock in BMW (not too much, though).

I had the pleasure of owning/driving five BMW’s in America—from a 1600 in college to a 530 when I retired to Thailand. Great handling cars and fun to drive. I bought all of them second hand, and used a local independent BMW specialist repair shop. That doesn’t seem to exist here. Plus the prices are sky high—whether you buy new or used. For me, it doesn’t look good for another BMW in LoS. But if you can afford a new one, or slightly used—go for it.

The argument goes something like this: if you confiscate guns from law abiding citizens—only bad guys will have guns.

How fast can police respond—anywhere in the world? Americans are well defended from housebreaks. Good luck confiscating their weapons.

All I can see is a rising Baht—and it doesn’t bode well for some expats or exports.

Let me know when China, India and poor countries significantly reduce carbon emissions. Nothing will change until that happens.

Jordan Peterson, renowned psychologist, claims studies show women much pickier when choosing a man—only 20% make the grade. Men, on the other hand, see 50% of eligible women as attractive. Here in Thailand, that percentage could actually go higher for us guys, methinks.

If USD tanks—will take other western currencies down with it. Say goodbye to western tourists, exports and expats.

I wonder what percentage of Democrats (with citizenship and a heartbeat), want Joe and Kamala back….

I just wish AG Bragg would concentrate on NYC’s spiralling crime rate, and stop letting criminals our early. NYC is getting more and more like Chicago and LA in crime. Showboating doesn’t help NYC.

Gotta wonder if those alleged Russian war refugees will meet up here with real Ukrainian war refugees..

International problems require international solutions. China remains the world’s leading air polluter, and they’re bringing on more coal-fired energy plants. India also contributes to air pollution in SE Asia. And farmers in SEAsia continue to burn fields before the planting season. One country acting alone cannot make much difference.

Sure they can add 80 million. Let China annex Thailand…

I think the 69% of Americans having less than $1,000. In savings accounts is inaccurate at best. For instance, I too keep very little in my savings accounts. But I have other assets—stocks, bonds, land and housing. Some of these assets belong to Thais as well.

No wonder Thai girls seem attracted to western retirees here.