Popular Post webfact Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 This topic can only cover some general observations of course, as I am sure there are many of you who have or did have a very happy marriage to a western wife. Also, we read tales of how expats end up unhappy and sometimes broke after an unsuccessful marriage to a Thai wife. That said here is a snapshot of general views. Firstly, Thai culture means Thai women do have a great sense of loyalty to family, even after marrying. It is not unusual to find many Thai families all living together in the same house. It is very common to see that many mothers are happy to look after their grandkids. Some almost full-time while their daughters go off to work or get married. It is a different culture in the West where grandmothers do not generally look after their grandchildren, just visit on birthdays and at Christmas. Have fun Thai women know how to have fun. They generally also do not ever give a lot of hassle about low funds or being bored. They are happy to make ends meet and enjoy the free things in life such as Thailand’s inner beauty, like the beaches, and just going to see their friends. Many Western wives meanwhile are obsessed with keeping up appearances. Paying bills late such as school fees is a big no-no. One of the main reasons for divorce in the West is normally over family financial issues. Is she loyal? A significant portion of Thai women and many other Asian women do not butterfly, as it’s just not a part of their culture. These women remain monogamous to their men. Western marriages come under strain when either party flirts at parties or have office romances. And of boy do they like to gossip! Most Thai women tend to be very feminine with their beautiful faces, bodies, and souls. I love their display of the motto, The Land of Smiles; their sense of shyness at first, then friendship afterward. For some reason, the Asian climate seems to agree with Asian women’s looks, and even the over-fifties tend to have fewer wrinkles than Western women. Finally, Western women can be boring. A significant portion wants to know from a man what kind of car he drives, his job/career, will he take care of her, so she doesn’t have to work, etc. before tying the knot. Seems that Western women make great friends/buddies, but lousy girlfriends and wives. Perhaps until the Western women change their attitude and learn from Thai and other Asian women about how to give their heart to a man, only then things might change. Now as we said these are just observations, so we are sure you may wish to agree or perhaps disagree. The debate starts here. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-02-18 - Aetna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information 6 1 3 1 29 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sipi Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 How do Thai women compare to Western women as a wife? They don't.... 24 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CharlieH Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 Like chalk and cheese, poles apart, thank God ! 24 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post fittobethaied Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 "A significant portion of Thai women and many other Asian women do not butterfly, as it’s just not a part of their culture. These women remain monogamous to their men". I seem to remember a survey a few years ago saying that Thai women were the most adulterous women on the planet. 24 9 22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hellohello123 Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 One demand/expects money monthly The other takes it upon divorce 29 5 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Aforek Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 I live upcountry in a village, with my Thai wife and her family around, and I agree with the OP; faithful, many supports from the grand mother with childs, feminity etc I don't compare with western women, I am 100 % for Thai women 24 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post vandeventer Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 1 hour ago, sipi said: How do Thai women compare to Western women as a wife? They don't.... It really doesn't matter where they come from. You have to pick the right one,[ married twice to Thai's but still looking for the right one]. 24 3 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post fredscats Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 All down to money...or lack of it 12 4 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ThailandRyan Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 3 hours ago, webfact said: Thai women know how to have fun. They generally also do not ever give a lot of hassle about low funds or being bored. This statement in itself is only partly true. Thai women love to have fun, party and spend evenings out on the town, however when the ATM runs low then the yelling and abuse starts in with the expat being blamed for everything that is wrong because they have little money. 21 2 6 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ding Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 I had a couple bad experiences with Western women. A very good experience with my Thai wife. Never been happier. 35 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Dustdevil Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 I'd say in the context of East Asia, don't marry a Japanese or Korean. The cultural differences are too great. It would take a long article for me to explain everything, but suffice it to say I recommend Chinese women (not from Malaysia, though) and do not recommend Japanese or Koreans. Yes, Japanese women are beautiful, but so are all the others, but living together, the two cultures clash too much. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ezzra Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 Moot point really... I think this question was asked a thousands times over many years and many forums with no different answer, simply you and your luck who you'll end up with... 16 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post fredscats Posted February 17, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 17, 2022 22 minutes ago, ThailandRyan said: This statement in itself is only partly true. Thai women love to have fun, party and spend evenings out on the town, however when the ATM runs low then the yelling and abuse starts in with the expat being blamed for everything that is wrong because they have little money. Poverty knocks on the door,love flies out of the window 13 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post itsari Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 1 hour ago, fittobethaied said: "A significant portion of Thai women and many other Asian women do not butterfly, as it’s just not a part of their culture. These women remain monogamous to their men". I seem to remember a survey a few years ago saying that Thai women were the most adulterous women on the planet. 80 percent are unfaithful mentioned the survey . Men with Thai wives that claim there wives do not butterfly have a 20 percent chance of being correct 4 1 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 A good one is a good one, a bad one is a bad one... this applies worldwide. 18 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Dan747 Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 Married 9.5 years to a Western Lady, Divorced. Married 40+ years to a Thai and "NEVER LOOKING BACK!" 14 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post RichardColeman Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 (edited) I shall ignore commenting on my first thieving dishonest Thai wife as it would make all Thai woman look very bad. But my current Thai wife - and last one - is far better than any western wife/partner I have ever had. She always wants me looking nice, she sits down once a week to cut my finger and toe nails - western wife never did that, she'll take me to the hairdressers when she thinks its too long, she loves cooking for me to enjoy eating, rather than just cooking for me to eat ! She always encourages me with our daughter, she loves the garden - which I hate, she'll massage me when i ache, be fair she puts me first in her life above herself most times, even though I do not need her too. That said, she seems to really struggle with me not wanting our 5 year old (near 6) in the bed still, and I get the old - 'its the thai way' thing. I know she would still like to go out dancing with her friends once in a while, and I am happy for her to do this as she comes back after enjoying herself - not looking for a new husband ! Most annoying fact about her is every time we get ready to go out or watch a movie she'll start doing something else, like cleaning the house or an odd job ! Overall, I'd say she is far better than a western wife as I feel wanted and taken care of rather than the spare leg of a western woman Lastly, unlike some on here I feel confident about taking her back to the UK and her staying with me - me 57 and her 43. She's a mature teacher and not some 23 year old bar girl looking for a passport. Though I do ache for those young women days sometimes......just don't tell her Edited February 18, 2022 by RichardColeman 15 4 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post HiSoLowSoNoSo Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 If you can find a Thai wife who you can have an intelligent conversation with and likes sex after 40, she's a keeper. 16 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post dpcjsr Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 I live in a small town up north. All of my friends have Thai wives. We are all older and our wives are older, too. Some have been together 30 years. Mature Thai women appreciate the security of having a falang husband and are not likely to stray (younger women may be another story). My wife takes excellent care of me and makes me happy. I cannot even imagine being with a western women again. 20 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BritManToo Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 4 hours ago, webfact said: I am sure there are many of you who have or did have a very happy marriage to a western wife. Which raises the question ....... how did we all end up here? 6 2 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post yankyoakum Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 Only ever had one wife, she's Thai. But lived in US 43 years with me so kinda Thai....But have to say where they are from is not as important as what's in their heart. Good girls and bad girls come in all flavors same goes for husbands.. 8 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post tandor Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 One tells lies; the other doesn't. 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post martand Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 Let's put it bluntly? There are only two kinds of women, and better remember that what you see is not always what you get (from both kinds) 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BritManToo Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 2 minutes ago, tandor said: One tells lies; the other doesn't. One will have sex with you; the other won't. 3 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martand Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 59 minutes ago, Dustdevil said: I'd say in the context of East Asia, don't marry a Japanese or Korean. The cultural differences are too great. It would take a long article for me to explain everything, but suffice it to say I recommend Chinese women (not from Malaysia, though) and do not recommend Japanese or Koreans. Yes, Japanese women are beautiful, but so are all the others, but living together, the two cultures clash too much. I would not be so pessimistic about Japanese women, but then again is a matter of personal experience...and luck. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post wombat Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 So rarely do I see so many positive stories....kudos 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post OneMoreFarang Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 5 hours ago, webfact said: Also, we read tales of how expats end up unhappy and sometimes broke after an unsuccessful marriage to a Thai wife. That said here is a snapshot of general views. Firstly, Thai culture means Thai women do have a great sense of loyalty to family, even after marrying. It is not unusual to find many Thai families all living together in the same house. It is very common to see that many mothers are happy to look after their grandkids. Some almost full-time while their daughters go off to work or get married. It is a different culture in the West where grandmothers do not generally look after their grandchildren, just visit on birthdays and at Christmas. Have fun Thai women know how to have fun. They generally also do not ever give a lot of hassle about low funds or being bored. They are happy to make ends meet and enjoy the free things in life such as Thailand’s inner beauty, like the beaches, and just going to see their friends. Many Western wives meanwhile are obsessed with keeping up appearances. Paying bills late such as school fees is a big no-no. One of the main reasons for divorce in the West is normally over family financial issues. Is she loyal? A significant portion of Thai women and many other Asian women do not butterfly, as it’s just not a part of their culture. These women remain monogamous to their men. Western marriages come under strain when either party flirts at parties or have office romances. And of boy do they like to gossip! Most Thai women tend to be very feminine with their beautiful faces, bodies, and souls. I love their display of the motto, The Land of Smiles; their sense of shyness at first, then friendship afterward. For some reason, the Asian climate seems to agree with Asian women’s looks, and even the over-fifties tend to have fewer wrinkles than Western women. Finally, Western women can be boring. A significant portion wants to know from a man what kind of car he drives, his job/career, will he take care of her, so she doesn’t have to work, etc. before tying the knot. Seems that Western women make great friends/buddies, but lousy girlfriends and wives. Perhaps until the Western women change their attitude and learn from Thai and other Asian women about how to give their heart to a man, only then things might change. Now as we said these are just observations, so we are sure you may wish to agree or perhaps disagree. The debate starts here. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-02-18 Is this the best you can offer? It sound to me like the homework from a bored student who had to write something, anything and have it done. If this forum wants to shine with their expertise than try again. And try harder! 8 1 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Isaanlife Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 1 hour ago, Dustdevil said: I'd say in the context of East Asia, don't marry a Japanese or Korean. The cultural differences are too great. It would take a long article for me to explain everything, but suffice it to say I recommend Chinese women (not from Malaysia, though) and do not recommend Japanese or Koreans. Yes, Japanese women are beautiful, but so are all the others, but living together, the two cultures clash too much. How many years did you live in Japan and South Korea? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post OneMoreFarang Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 6 minutes ago, BritManToo said: One will have sex with you; the other won't. I think it's a good thing that my wife won't have sex with you. ???? 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sipi Posted February 18, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2022 1 hour ago, hellohello123 said: One demand/expects money monthly The other takes it upon divorce Western women don't want regular money? Not the ones I've met. The first thing they look at is your shoes then your car. Not that there's anything wrong with that. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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