I would agree with you... I have been here for over 20 years plus. I lived in the Essan Countryside... it changed how I lived... Get everything done before dark. However, that was only 3 years. Hard learning, I thought I wanted quiet and distance... only to find out that quiet is nice for 2-3 days, and distance...close to a food shop I like a detached house and the next house is about at least 20 feet away. Good Fences apply here. I suppose it is the phases of expat life. However, I would rather live in Thailand than back in my part of the USA..WESTCOAST... Cheers mate