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He's obviously got mental issues. How sad that so many commenters here ASSUME that he's just being a jerk. He needs medical attention not chastising.

Sponsor tastes nasty and it's full of chemicals. In its natural state, coconut water contains electrolytes such as potassium, sodium, magnesium, and phosphorus.  I cycle long distances every day regardless of the heat. I don't get dehydrated. I drink 3 to 4 liters of plain water per day. I eat a banana or two and some coconut water regularly.  

On 4/8/2024 at 7:17 AM, IvorBiggun2 said:

 

A million times better than Joe Bidens.

I'm by no means a fan of Biden, but my goodness, that statement (if done by an actual human being) is simply absurd.

Biden is at least steadily working for the country. The economy is fine. Corporate greed is keeping prices higher than they should be, but that's not something any president can change. 

Meanwhile, the other guy is either playing golf, sitting in court, playing golf and cheating while doing it, or sending mean 'truths'.  Name a policy that Trump has proposed other than simply saying 'tax cuts' at his rallies. He has no policies other than revenge and self-preservation from the legal system, period!

12 hours ago, Doctor Tom said:

I'm curious; what constitutes a 'quality expat'?

Friendly, honest, considerate, interested in local culture, financially stable and willing to support local business... stuff like that. None are barflies or here for the sex trade... stuff like that. 😊

17 minutes ago, mikebike said:

😅😅 Dude we left Phuket in 2009 for the same reason. For a better part of Thailand. Most peeps can only live in a tourist ghetto for so long before getting over it. For us it was 3 yrs. 

My friends are leaving, I'm not. I still have plenty of very good friends here.

There are a lot of things that I like about Phuket. I also live in a nice part of town, so it's not touristy. I'm semi-retired and in the tourism business. Business is doing great. I'll fully retire in a couple of years. If Phuket keeps heading in the direction it's heading, I'll consider moving off the island. Phang Nga Town seems like a good option and it is still within easy striking distance of Phuket.

9 minutes ago, uttradit said:

Phuket is a holiday destination that appeals to some. Not a great place to live.  Lamphun surprised me in the north, better than expected.

I go cycling all over the country. The last few years have focused on Isan.  I loved Lamphun for cycling. It's such a lovely area. The people were very friendly and, of course, there was plenty of great food. I just don't think I could live in such a quiet place. I like the idea of if, but I'm not sure if I could actually do it. 

13 minutes ago, mfd101 said:

I have never been to Phuket and probably will never visit there. In any case, it is not Thailand ...

Or it is TOO MUCH Thailand? 🤔

9 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

I wonder if anybody who decided to live there do any research? 

I wonder how many people will buy the new houses/villas being built all over the island.  Chern Talay is one of the worst traffic areas on the island. And, it's bad at any time of the day. Surely, a potential buyer would visit first.  If they do, they WILL get stuck in traffic. I believe a lot of these new places won't be sold.

I've lived in Patong in 1993 for a year, then Ao Nang for three years, and Phuket Town for the rest of my 31 years in Thailand. I'm kind of stuck here due to business. Phuket also has great doctors and dentists here. I have a serious health problem and my doctor is awesome.  I'm sure there are good doctors in other parts of the country, but I'm reluctant to start searching.

Phuket has improved in food options, but not much else. It's only going to get worse. The next time Mother Nature doesn't supply us with enough water, this will be a major disaster... and almost everything being built is a POOL VILLA. Guess what pools use?

Anyway, I guess I'll just keep riding my motorbike instead of my nice truck so I can actually get around. 

Six of my very good friends have had enough of Phuket and all six are leaving because of traffic. Another friend and his family of four just bought a house a relocated here from the UK. After just a few months, they are already looking for ways to leave. 

How many of you have lost friends due to the 'progress' going on in Phuket?

Just now, Yellowtail said:

Heard him speak lately? 

I'm not a Biden fan at all. However, this does NOT address the issue of how well he's doing his job and what he has personally screwed up.  Also, I've heard the other side talk too. It's embarrassing, to put it mildly. I want new candidates. 

On 2/3/2024 at 7:23 AM, Skipalongcassidy said:

I wonder how long it will take for joe to bungle this one...

The US military is perfectly capable of bungling things on its own. They have a long history of it.  BTW, what has the president bungled? Facts only, please... and things that are entirely under his control. 

Threads like this are useful in thinning out future comments on similar subjects by certain individuals. Of course, you can say whatever you want. I don't have to waste my time reading it. I'm not canceling anyone. I'm taking action to ignore people who I consider very poor sources of reliable information. I'm not here for opinions. 

FYI, I'm not a Biden fan by any stretch of the imagination, but the alternative is truly an embarrassment to my nationality. And yes, I know, that's my opinion. 😉

Hint for anyone else who wants to remove certain posters: If you hover a mouse over their avatar you'll see an option to 'ignore' that person. You then have the option to ignore posts, comments, and messages. 

My Will lists my bank accounts and gives her full access to my money upon my death. I didn't list my US accounts. My brother has access to them and will transfer the money to her upon my death.