spidermike007

Truth is a choice. It is a conscious decison. So is deception, and deflection. The ability to take some responsiblity for problems you have created is the mark of a real man and his integrity. 
 

People when commenting on the US, often say things like, if they ever got in a major conflict, they would destroy their enemy. I think not. The size of an armed force is only one consideration. If a nation can screw up it's response to Covid, like the US did, they could potentially lose a major war with North Korea or Iran, or even a lesser enemy. Disjointed, not unified, not organized and certainly not competent, would be a diplomatic way of describing modern day America. We look on with pity. Awe does not remotely come into the picture. 

And so much of this could have been avoided had he acted quickly and decisively, and demonstrated the courage he always talks about, but never has possessed. The Native American saying " it is far easier to be brave, from a distance", almost seems like it was written for Trump. 

The world looks on with pity, despair and bewilderment, as the virus rages on in the US, and Trump gets his coveted #1 position. For all the wrong reasons. 

Don Donald. Moving America backwards at an alarming pace. Making sure the US loses it's remaining long earned prestige. 

Ok chaps, it is time to call in Scotland Yard. We need to get to the bottom of this soon. If it is true, I think the teachers should be executed. Not even sure a trial is required. 

On 5/3/2020 at 12:03 AM, bodymassagemyfriend said:

Its more a preach than objective description of reality. Las Vegas is full of expensive prostitutes , every one needs a playground on part with his financial capability. Don't be so arrogant and let people with less money than you play. Real easte is decadent in its own way. 15 year ago you have 100 sqm for the price which now gives you 20sqm. Dont blame it all on prostitution , the world is decadent with LGBT , eco systems destructions , insane price for health in the US. Greed is everywhere , no need to point the finger at Pattaya.

The biggest difference is that in Vegas most of the gals are overweight, overpriced, and unattractive, unless you get into the super high end range (well over $1000 short time). And they have attitude. In Pattaya, the whole thing is far more honest and up front. And infinitely more reasonable. 

5 hours ago, Retarded said:

That's how you guys raised them. It boomeranged to you, no one else to blame except yourself. 

True. So true. And it kind of devolved, into a very ugly reality. Most American woman are so fearful of their femininity. It is such an unattractive and unappealing quality. Combine that with the big bones, and the big bodies, and it is like something out of a horror movie. 

4 hours ago, NanLaew said:

A constant competition with what? Your femininity?

How I wish. I embrace the feminine aspects of my nature, wholeheartedly. No, she was constantly competing with my masculinity. I have absolutely no interest in being with a woman who is more masculine than I am. What fun is that?

So far, the only thing that has been consistent about the policy, is the extreme inconsistency. You can go to a crowded market, but you cannot go to the beach, the parks, and you should not be bicycling around. Huge stores can be open, but small stores should not be open. Malls will be open, but you can only stay two hours. Huh? 

15 hours ago, Cryingdick said:

 

I do not find the quality of life to be high in Thailand even if you are worth millions. I happy you are thrilled to be there. Now all you have to do is pull the plug completely and stop caring about what happens in the USA as you aren't here. 

Well, I have a small business in the US. And my family is there. So, I visit at least twice a year. I do enjoy spending time there. For a month or so. Many of us love the life here. 

17 hours ago, Phil McCaverty said:

Well the UK is 20 years ahead of Thailand. Contactless payments are the norm. Most retail outlets givr cashback free. No need for ATMs or bank branches. Interbank transfers, monthly utility payments all free. had all my monthly bills set up to be automatically paid, all free. 

 

So if Thailand is 20 years ahead of the US, does that mean that the UK is 40 years ahead of the US?

 

 

It would appear to be the case. I guess the US is one of the most backwards nations in the world, when it comes to banking. Hardly any of those conveniences are available in the US. Cashback yes. Bill paying at the ATM? Bank transfers? They are looking to milk the public to the max. And do the Feds do anything to help the consumer? Those days are long gone. 

19 hours ago, PaulieAUS said:

Was the ex Thai also?

 

 

No. The first time around she was an American. A lot of American women are tough. Uncompromising. Major issues with femininity. A constant competition. No thanks. Do not need to repeat that. 

I am not a smoker, but if I was the last thing in the world I would be interested in doing, would be to share a joint with large group of people, at this point in time. What can one even say? 

4 minutes ago, ParkerN said:

Tellers, clerks, the guy with the gun whose job is simply to sit down and look mean in possession of a bad haircut - they're all the same. Poison fruit of the poison tree, and they're all told never to let a customer speak to a manager - nonono not ever. Welcome to the exquisitely enlightened Thai way of doing business.

 

And for as long as the filthy foreigners smile and wai and say "thank you so much for ruining my day, you have a good one, bye bye", that filthy foreigner will get exactly the same treatment the next time around. There's only one way to change things and that requires patience and determination. The secret is to make life so unpleasant for the miscreant that s/he (it's normally a 'she') will see you coming next time and either run for their lives or put on their 'good service' jacket. Children need to be treated like children, not like adults. I know it's against European inclinations, but treat the little horrorbags how their pooyays treat them - learn how to speak loudly and press their fear button. That works every time, though the target will never be a friend.

 

No matter, they were never going to be a friend anyway so you lose nothing except the odd illusion.

 

 

A totally incoherent post. 

9 hours ago, Phil McCaverty said:

How do you make a cash withdrawal online in Thailand? Thailand is a long way from being a cashless society. In the UK I can pay for a round of drinks with a contactless credit card and ask for cashback at the same time, try that in Thailand.

 

I remember, when first moving to Thailand, paying for my shopping in Big C and asking for cashback. The cashier looked at me as if I had 2 heads. Thailand's banking system needs to move into the 21st century before it starts closing bank branches. We need more ATMs not less.

 

 

 

Complete nonsense.

Quite the opposite. Thailand seems 20 years ahead of the US. A transfer there to another bank costs me $35. Here I can do it online or at an ATM for $1, or less. Same goes for utilities, internet, cell accounts, etc. Far easier and more advanced here. So what if you cannot get cash back at a market. There are ATMs everywhere. 

2 hours ago, BobBKK said:

How many times have you told us how perfect your wife is?  you protesteth her infallibility too much methinks.

Some guys on this forum just cannot handle a positive reply, nor a rosy scenario, nor good news about life here in Thailand. Go ahead. Be unhappy. It affects us as much as an extra inch of snow on Baffin Island. But, poor you!

14 hours ago, Crazy Alex said:

It's Trump's fault people suck at handling their finances? I think not. For added perspective, personal savings rate in China is 25%. In the US, it's 7.6%

 

https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=chinese+savings+rate

 

https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=us+savings+rate

 

What would you like Trump to do, force people to save more? You'd say it's just another example of him being a dictator. Now, as far as you talking down the US. That is easily addressed and somewhat debunked by a Gallup poll that says 150,000,000 foreigners would migrate to the US if they could. And that's one of the lower estimates. Do you have any evidence that shows the US isn't one of the most sought after countries to live in? And what speaks louder? Facts and statistics, or your anti-Trump complaining?

 

https://news.gallup.com/poll/153992/150-million-adults-worldwide-migrate.aspx

People with less always want more. What does speak volumes is the number of people I know who want to leave the US, but are having a hard time swinging that financially. 

I would live there. For a million dollars a year. Maybe. 

Thrilled to have left. I do not find the quality of life there to be high at all. Unless you are worth millions. 

Trump is not the creator of these issues. He is simply accelerating the decline. 

2 hours ago, Greg O said:

You are joking about more Americans coming here if they knew what it's like aren't you ? The extreme air pollution, heat and humidity, the rubbish everywhere, the fearsome roads, the tourist rip offs. Rabid soi dogs ( oh ain't that special). Most Americans can barely make it to a neighboring state on their own (that's a big trip going to Destin for spring break) and only about 30 percent possess a passport. Their "trip of a lifetime" is going to Hawaii (waikiki) which is just a big mall now or to Cancuuun duh, Mexicooo dude! Another manufactured tourist trap ! So they'll come here and start whining after being enroute for 28 hours or more traveling in economy. It's a horrible journey even for the experienced traveler..Many of us well seasoned travelers elected to stay here after either working in Asia or being a frequent visitor due to family ties and the proximity of Thailand being a Southeast Asian hub and the lack of oversight here until now and that's not going away anytime soon ! It's really just ignorance God bless em. As an American on holiday why would they come here? Their annual holiday leave is much less than Europeans and it's too far ! The bargains don't exist here for Americans they enjoy low taxes on purchases and everything in USA is dirt cheap and abundant compared to here, other than housing. As the Airlines begin to Vaporize fewer flights will be available. A total and complete disaster because of a few sniffles ...and government bufoonery ineptness.

Agree with many of your points. Except for the America is dirt cheap part. Some fruits are cheap there, compared to here. Other than that?

12 hours ago, Jcord1 said:

Most of the Thai people I've met personally have great admiration for the USA and it's the dream of many young Thais to study and or work in the USA if they could.  Many of them learned English by listening to American songs and watching American movies.

 

I think the romance with China is led from the top down in this government.  That plus China is trying to do a big economic bear hug with every country around the world that will allow them in the door.

 

Personally I think more Americans would visit Thailand if they knew what it's actually like.  Many may think that because it's run by a military led coup government that it's the same as visiting Myanmar and perceived as a potentially volatile country. 

 

Americans have more money to spend here than the Chinese (and we wouldn't be coming here on the zero dollar plan.....it's not the American thing to do).  Up until the Wuhan virus America's economy was strong.  And soon enough we will have a strong economy again.

 

I just think the Thai government should make more of an effort target tourism by Americans.

Unfortunately, smart is not something the authorities do here. Remember. When it comes to appointments, they always pick the least qualified and the least talented, from the bottom of barrel. It is their M.O. 

In terms of Americans, while I think they are a decent group to target, most Americans are not into visiting a third world nation, unless it is within a five hour flight. I think that is largely why a higher percentage do not travel here.