I left the USA, but the USA had left me first.

The country that I grew up in no longer exists.

There is nothing to go back to.

On 11/6/2025 at 12:43 PM, Alpha84 said:

I leave Thailand every chance I get. Back in Europe, no air pollution, no toxic pesticides on the vegetables, no unbearable heat. Every return to Thailand reminds me why I’ll be gone again very soon: nothing is ever on time or as promised, drivers who treat roads like death races, scams everywhere, and a constant risk of tropical diseases from dengue to rabies. Floods, earthquakes, two-tier pricing, dangling live power cables, ladyboys, short-fat Thai women, and daily unpredictability make escaping not just tempting, but totally blissful.

Bang on Thailand appeals to the depraved and/or deprived but not a place that most with options would consider a place to live full time.  

31 minutes ago, beautifulthailand99 said:

Bang on Thailand appeals to the depraved and/or deprived but not a place that most with options would consider a place to live full time.  

It is good to leave, and good to be back. Everything has its time

10 hours ago, marin said:

No you did not, and you advertised your "Chinese" wife who is Thai paid for the tickets the first time she joined you. Just stay there, its so much nicer, especially with winter coming on.

 

That's right. Ain't i lucky 

6 hours ago, beautifulthailand99 said:

Bang on Thailand appeals to the depraved and/or deprived but not a place that most with options would consider a place to live full time.  

A bit of a generalization, as I'm sure 1000s, like myself would disagree with you.  I can pretty much live anywhere, but quite enjoy living in TH.

 

IF younger, I might change locations, for one of the same reasons I left the USA, 25 yr of adult life there was enough for me, as 25 yr living here in TH, is more than enough.  Not much more to see or do here.

 

But have no desire to start over elsewhere and quite happy to finish out here.  Grass isn't always greener elsewhere, and too old and lazy to test a few places out.

 

Certainly not going to take my wife away from all she knows, familiarity & family to appease my occasional boredom, or sense of adventure.  When I crap out, hopefully not too soon, but then she'd be invested in an area with no real support or social structure.

 

Aside from the fact, I can't think of a place that interests me, where I could have what I have, and live so inexpensively, and knock around the country when wanting, also inexpensively and easily.  Having access to decent beach areas hotels, and rolling hills hotels even close to the same price points.

 

TH has everything I need or could want, for our retirement.  It's just a bit small, and I've seen most everything, though do surprise myself every once in a while when out discovering something new.

9 hours ago, beautifulthailand99 said:

Bang on Thailand appeals to the depraved and/or deprived but not a place that most with options would consider a place to live full time.  

Been back to farangland 8 months every year the 3 last year's, and I start to think Thailand ain't that bad as I felt it was last years spring when the heat and smoke killed my wibe. Now all reset and plans for return as quick my wife have her new passport and citizenship. 

 

It is a privilige to have the opportunity to choose. 

 

 

On 11/6/2025 at 5:33 PM, Terrance8812 said:

I go back as much as I can. Best thing about it, no annoying trolls like you.

Great reply...........

16 hours ago, CMHomeboy78 said:

I left the USA, but the USA had left me first.

The country that I grew up in no longer exists.

There is nothing to go back to.

 

I was there earlier this year, when did it cease to exist ?

12 minutes ago, Hummin said:

Been back to farangland 8 months the 3 last year's, and I start to think Thailand ain't that bad as I felt it was last years spring when the heat and smoke killed my wibe. Now all reset and plans for return as quick my wife have her new passport and citizenship. 

 

It is a privilige to have the opportunity to choose. 

 

 

Both have merit.

@Harrisfan @transam pack it in or it will be you two that  ****off

On 11/6/2025 at 4:40 PM, Harrisfan said:

Do you like going back or find it boring? Maybe you enjoy a change.

Went back eons ago to Perth Australia it was so boring, every one driving so correctly...

Just now, brian69 said:

Went back eons ago to Perth Australia it was so boring, every one driving so correctly...

Yes well culture. Thai driving is whatever you feel like. 

15 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Both have merit.

It was perfect climate to arrive back in Thailand now. Truly enjoying it. 

 

3 minutes ago, Hummin said:

It was perfect climate to arrive back in Thailand now. Truly enjoying it. 

 

 

Rain this morning, was pleasant... now the humidity is kicking in... time to close up the house and turn on the AC.

6 minutes ago, Ralf001 said:

 

Rain this morning, was pleasant... now the humidity is kicking in... time to close up the house and turn on the AC.

My pic was not Thailand, it was 1c and rain 😉

 

Hua Hin today, cloudy and nice temperature for our morning beach Walk, coffe and breakfast outside for a change 

Just now, Hummin said:

My pic was not Thailand, it was 1c and rain 😉

 

Hua Hi today, cloudy and nice temperature for our morning beach Walk, coffe and breakfast outside for a change 

Hua Hin is good. Great walking beaches.

2 minutes ago, Hummin said:

My pic was not Thailand, it was 1c and rain 😉

 

Hua Hi today, cloudy and nice temperature for our morning beach Walk, coffe and breakfast outside for a change 

Ahhh ok, 32 here with 95% humidity according to the hygrometer in the loungeroom.

4 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Hua Hin is good. Great walking beaches.

High tide and never seen so much garbage as this even low season,.but still great to adjust to time zone and climate early morning walks.

6 minutes ago, Hummin said:

High tide and never seen so much garbage as this even low season,.but still great to adjust to time zone and climate early morning walks.

Go to the southern ones

2 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Go to the southern ones

We live on the beach between Hua Hin and Takiap, and not traveling to the Army beach this time.

 

 

17 hours ago, CMHomeboy78 said:

I left the USA, but the USA had left me first.

The country that I grew up in no longer exists.

There is nothing to go back to.

The country that I grew up in no longer exists.

There is nothing to go back to.    YES

 

I left over 30 years ago ............ must have been able to see the future .

Tis a shame though ,  how truly messed up it all became .  A case study on 

how terrible a "melting pot"  can turn out !  

8 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Go to the southern ones

 

please do not ruin things for me !      what are you doing ??

 

edit :  oh, i see you mean the southern beaches very close to hua hin .

ok .   keep the masses near the hive .    or they will form nests elsewhere

What I wouldn't give to have been here 30 years ago.

2 minutes ago, Cameroni said:

What I wouldn't give to have been here 30 years ago.

Go to Phattalung. It's like 30 years ago.

1 minute ago, Harrisfan said:

Go to Phattalung. It's like 30 years ago.

 

I do like the girls from the provinces

 

3 minutes ago, Cameroni said:

What I wouldn't give to have been here 30 years ago.

 

hmmmm,  not so sure .  hahaha   Being in my mid thirties (40 years ago ! ) ,  there was actually a true sense of adventure .   No internet.  Hell, no cell phones !   It was hop on the train,  or get on the motorcycle ,  and just head on out .   A trip not unlike the old National Geographic .  I don't regret any of the "learning process"  one encounters when truly on their own.

 

BUT.......the sexual playground (specifically the NON  bar type) ..... was like a vast desert .   About 20 years ago things began to improve ,  with dating sites, etc .   And speaking thai , by that time, made my exploits in my 50's pretty special .  (still crazy..lol ) 

 

So yep, long time ago was special, and mostly gone ( though thais in rural, non touristy areas are still very nice ) .    But our lust was not so easy to fulfill in those "good ole days"

9 minutes ago, rumak said:

  Hell, no cell phones ! 

 

If the women had no cell phones I would be in heaven.

 

9 minutes ago, rumak said:

But our lust was not so easy to fulfill in those "good ole days"

 

It couldn't have been harder than competing with Russians, Ukrainians, Swedes, Belgians, Australians, Koreans, Chinese etc etc etc...

On 11/6/2025 at 3:42 AM, Will B Good said:

 

 

My kids did....just in case.....555

Smart kids, if DHS asks to see your phone on entry, you have to give it to them, you have no right to privacy, so might as well have a phone with a bunch of innocent tourist photos on it and some light hearted texts.  Just get a eSim from Airalo that will work on any Internet.  How many people have been detained due to innocent texts that sound like anarchy, or threats to do bodily harm to someone??  Too Many.

47 minutes ago, Cameroni said:

 

If the women had no cell phones I would be in heaven.

 

 

It couldn't have been harder than competing with Russians, Ukrainians, Swedes, Belgians, Australians, Koreans, Chinese etc etc etc...

 

my live-in not allowed to have phone around 24/7 .  and turned to silent always.  

And defiitely NOT allowed near the table when eating meals .

 

yes, those are my rules .    i do admit it would greatly lessen the playing field .    but, its also a great way to find out who really wants to spend time with you   .

 

i suggest even stricter rules when dealing with children....... 🙂

43 minutes ago, rumak said:

my live-in not allowed to have phone around 24/7 .  and turned to silent always.  

And defiitely NOT allowed near the table when eating meals .

 

Love it! I think laying down some rules is an aphrodisiac. 

 

Yes, not all would accept it, some are so hooked on their phones. But if she really wants to please you.