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Got covid
The only falsification of the truth here are your posts. They are off topic anyway -
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Deadly Forecast: How Climate Change Could Claim 30 Million Lives by 2100
Like we know how anything will be in 2030 let alone 2100. They really need to just stop doing this. -
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The Baby Shield - One of my favorite Thai scams
OP your posts are so negative about Thailand, why are you even in Thailand? I have no idea what you're talking about as I dont have any issues you mention above. -
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Getting Old: Stoic About It or Endless Whinger?
Aging is something we can’t avoid, but how we deal with it varies wildly. Some keep moving forward, adapting, and continuing to enjoy life as always, while others seem to get stuck, endlessly complaining about every ache, pain, and limitation. For those aging in Thailand, the dynamic takes on an even more unique flavor. For many expats here, growing older doesn’t mean slowing down. You’ll find men in their 60s and beyond who still go out to the bars, chase the same things they did in their 30s, and dive headfirst into everything life has to offer. Whether it’s maintaining an active social life, exercising, meeting new people, or traveling, these folks refuse to let age dictate their pace. They embody that classic “mind over matter” approach, embracing the here and now and staying engaged with the world around them. On the flip side, there are those who seem to have hit a wall. Instead of adapting, they focus on what’s going wrong—the health problems, creaky knees, back pains, and chronic ailments. You’ll often hear them sitting around, talking about their blood pressure, cholesterol, wanting to lose weight and all the things that they feel they can’t do anymore. For them, life in Thailand has shifted from adventure to a growing list of limitations. But here’s the question: Is it just a mindset, or do circumstances play a role? Thailand offers unique advantages for aging expats—relatively affordable healthcare, easy access to good food, warm weather that’s easier on the joints, and a culture that generally respects elders. Yet, it’s not all roses. Some face visa headaches, financial challenges, or feelings of isolation as they grow older without family nearby. For those who’ve spent more than 20 years here, it’s worth asking: Was aging in Thailand part of the plan? Or did time simply pass faster than expected, leaving you as a senior citizen in Thailand? For some, staying here into old age feels like a natural extension of the life they’ve built. For others, the question of whether they’d be better off returning to their home country looms large. The truth is, everyone approaches aging differently. Some lean into the physical realities of getting older but refuse to let them define their lives. Others see those same realities as walls that block the way forward. Where do you stand? Are you still pushing forward with life, doing the same things you did in your younger years? Or have the physical aspects of aging shifted your focus, making you feel more limited than liberated? Stoic or whinger—what’s your approach? -
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The Baby Shield - One of my favorite Thai scams
You really need to learn to say the word NO. Then that green line will flatten out for you. -
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ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant Over Alleged War Crimes
The disregard for international law from AN members is astounding. -
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2 Yr Old Fino spluttering then stopping?
Let your son and his girlfriend sort it out. Maybe they will learn about maintaining a scooter. -
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Nissan to Cut 1,000 Jobs in Thailand Amidst Restructuring
I have one.......My wife.....
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