xthAi76s Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Has anyone noticed that the only people holding hands while walking around are almost ALWAYS Falangs with their BG-looking GFs/wives? No other couples I see hold hands while walking. Are all the BGs being trained in the same school that encourages hand holding? Any idea what's going on here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aneliane Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Yes usually new couples do hold hands; In my country anyway it's called RO-MANCE does not last unfortunately Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooked Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 easy, Thai girls don't like anything to do with sex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirineou Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 (edited) What does BG mean? I Google it but the only explanation I got was Abbreviation: Brigadier general. , which would be an incorrect designation for my wife, she is at least a 5 stat general. I enjoy holding hands with my wife, but I will confessed we don't ALWAYS do it, some times, we let go when we eat or engage in other activities Edited June 2, 2012 by sirineou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xthAi76s Posted June 2, 2012 Author Share Posted June 2, 2012 Yes usually new couples do hold hands; In my country anyway it's called RO-MANCE does not last unfortunately I never see real, respectable Thai women holding hands with their Thai boyfriends/husbands... Only Falangs. Are Falangs the only ones making new relationships? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzaa09 Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 easy, Thai girls don't like anything to do with sex. They do love to talk the romance, but know little of practice. Common trait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aneliane Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Yes usually new couples do hold hands; In my country anyway it's called RO-MANCE does not last unfortunately I never see real, respectable Thai women holding hands with their Thai boyfriends/husbands... Only Falangs. Are Falangs the only ones making new relationships? Of course it's a western thing farangs start new relationship, feel in love, hold hands, I don't see what's weird about that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Yes usually new couples do hold hands; In my country anyway it's called RO-MANCE does not last unfortunately That is true. After the initial first few weeks of smitten-ness the hand holding wears off fast. It can then be brought out of the closet for beach holiday and mountain getaways once a year. I think a lot of the hand holding in Thailand between farangs and BG looking GFs is more down to certain insecurities that the farang and/or the BG looking GF have. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 What does BG mean? I Google it but the only ex bg Abbreviation: Brigadier general. I enjoy holding hands with my wife, but I will confessed we don't ALWAYS do it, some times, we let go when we eat or engage in other activities bg = bar girl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aneliane Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 (edited) I think a lot of the hand holding in Thailand between farangs and BG looking GFs is more down to certain insecurities that the farang and/or the BG looking GF have. Why can't it just be romance ? Edited June 2, 2012 by aneliane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xthAi76s Posted June 2, 2012 Author Share Posted June 2, 2012 Yes usually new couples do hold hands; In my country anyway it's called RO-MANCE does not last unfortunately I never see real, respectable Thai women holding hands with their Thai boyfriends/husbands... Only Falangs. Are Falangs the only ones making new relationships? Of course it's a western thing farangs start new relationship, feel in love, hold hands, I don't see what's weird about that Just seems strange that it's so consistent with 'these' types of couples y'know? To me, if I had to guess, these women are taught to use this hand holding as a strategy to get their marks to trust them in hopes the Falang will part more easily with his money or other resources... Just a guess though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 I think a lot of the hand holding in Thailand between farangs and BG looking GFs is more down to certain insecurities that the farang and/or the BG looking GF have. Why can't it just be romance ? It can be romance, I do agree. However, I do think a lot of the hand holding u see around Thailand does stem from insecurity, albeit derived from romantic notions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nocturn Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 easy, Thai girls don't like anything to do with sex. its either romance or either party is trying to ensure the other cant get away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xthAi76s Posted June 2, 2012 Author Share Posted June 2, 2012 You know, here in Thailand Thais are generally pretty reserved when it comes to public displays of affection, so it stands out when Falangs and their significant others walk around constantly holding hands. To me, it also looks rather childish, especially in the case of elderly men holding hands with middle-aged or younger women. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post eek Posted June 2, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted June 2, 2012 Sometimes romance does last aneliane Ive seen REGULAR thai couples hold hands. My ex was thai and he instigated hand holding. Whats the big deal..sorry but i seriously think holding hands is something that is none of our business..its not unrespectable. I remember asking this very same question to my thai ex, as i was concerned ..as i had read it is not appropriate behaviour and he laughed. Have seen perfectly "respectable" looking couples (thai/thai and thai/farang) holding hands. 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aneliane Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Yes usually new couples do hold hands; In my country anyway it's called RO-MANCE does not last unfortunately I never see real, respectable Thai women holding hands with their Thai boyfriends/husbands... Only Falangs. Are Falangs the only ones making new relationships? Of course it's a western thing farangs start new relationship, feel in love, hold hands, I don't see what's weird about that Just seems strange that it's so consistent with 'these' types of couples y'know? To me, if I had to guess, these women are taught to use this hand holding as a strategy to get their marks to trust them in hopes the Falang will part more easily with his money or other resources... Just a guess though. OK if you go down that road, it could also easily be that the guy is usually not yet a permanent resident and his visits are limited by time, so he hangs to her as much as poss, and stay very close to her before the flight back home. Or even he's so used to be lonely at home and here he has finally found someone special that he needs every second to be reminded it's happening Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirineou Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Thais do not exhibit outward affection in public. it is a cultural thing, that is changing with the younger generation. Married 3 years and counting, and we still hold hands, not Always but many times. we enjoy it, it is good for the heart and good for the soul. PS: why the BG comment? you mean it is right for Farang with non "BG" looking wife to hold hands but not for the 'BG" looking wife? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Sometimes romance does last aneliane Ive seen REGULAR thai couples hold hands. My ex was thai and he instigated hand holding. Whats the big deal..sorry but i seriously think holding hands is something that is none of our business..its not unrespectable. I remember asking this very same question to my thai ex, as i was concerned ..as i had read it is not appropriate behaviour and he laughed. Have seen perfectly "respectable" looking couples (thai/thai and thai/farang) holding hands. Sometimes romance does indeed last and when you are really in love, or lust, or extremely strong like, or the start of a new relationship, you tend to hold hands more. I know those occasions in my life when I have been in budding courtship or lasting love I have enjoyed holding hands and would not have even thought twice about doing so anywhere I went. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post SimonD Posted June 2, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted June 2, 2012 I agree with eek. I've seen plenty of Thai couples holding hands - the younger ones admittedly but so what? I think the OP's post was loaded and his objectivity is compromised by his prejudices. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shot Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Love? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthepink Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 You know, here in Thailand Thais are generally pretty reserved when it comes to public displays of affection, so it stands out when Falangs and their significant others walk around constantly holding hands. To me, it also looks rather childish, especially in the case of elderly men holding hands with middle-aged or younger women. I think you must be living in the 1950s if you think that Thai people consider hand holding to be an unacceptable display of public affection. I don't hold hands because I'm not 15 but I don't see anything wrong with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shot Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 You know, here in Thailand Thais are generally pretty reserved when it comes to public displays of affection, so it stands out when Falangs and their significant others walk around constantly holding hands. To me, it also looks rather childish, especially in the case of elderly men holding hands with middle-aged or younger women. I think you must be living in the 1950s if you think that Thai people consider hand holding to be an unacceptable display of public affection. I don't hold hands because I'm not 15 but I don't see anything wrong with it. No need to hold hands, if your inthepink Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirineou Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 I think the OP's post was loaded and his objectivity is compromised by his prejudices. I don't only think the OP's post was loaded, I think the Op might had being a little loaded him self when he posted this thread Put your hands aver your head, step away from the keyboard, and put the bottle down!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post canuckamuck Posted June 2, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted June 2, 2012 We got away for our 7th anniversary this week and my wife was constantly instigating the act of hand holding. I let her because I love her, but I know it was very wrong of her to do such a thing. In Canadian culture we only rub noses and share a piece of seal fat. And only in the winter before the spring thaw. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post chickenslegs Posted June 2, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted June 2, 2012 10 years married and we still hold hands whenever we're out together (actually, we often hold hands when we're at home just sitting watching TV). If you feel embarrassed to hold your gf or wife's hand and think it makes you appear to be 15 years old, then you need to grow up and get over yourself. Why anyone should give 2 f's about it is beyond me. BTW - tell my wife that holding hands makes her look like a bargirl and you had better be a good runner! And... yes, I know DON'T FEED THE TROLL. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pipo1000 Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Yes usually new couples do hold hands; In my country anyway it's called RO-MANCE does not last unfortunately I never see real, respectable Thai women holding hands with their Thai boyfriends/husbands... Only Falangs. Are Falangs the only ones making new relationships? That's because they are educated enough to cross a street on their own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pipo1000 Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 I agree with eek. I've seen plenty of Thai couples holding hands - the younger ones admittedly but so what? I agree with you also,only thing is that I noticed that the majority are katoeys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzaa09 Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 easy, Thai girls don't like anything to do with sex. its either romance or either party is trying to ensure the other cant get away Simple deduction. Follow the financial security. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharp Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Yes usually new couples do hold hands; In my country anyway it's called RO-MANCE does not last unfortunately I never see real, respectable Thai women holding hands with their Thai boyfriends/husbands... Only Falangs. Are Falangs the only ones making new relationships? That's because they are educated enough to cross a street on their own. Might be stop them running off !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xthAi76s Posted June 2, 2012 Author Share Posted June 2, 2012 (edited) Thais do not exhibit outward affection in public. it is a cultural thing, that is changing with the younger generation. Married 3 years and counting, and we still hold hands, not Always but many times. we enjoy it, it is good for the heart and good for the soul. PS: why the BG comment? you mean it is right for Farang with non "BG" looking wife to hold hands but not for the 'BG" looking wife? I see. The BG comment was just an observation/interpretation. Nobody can deny that many of Falang male Thai female relationships fit this description (at least in Bangkok). I'm not one to judge though, so it's fine. I do think the aneliane's last comment is certainly a possibility. Never thought of that one. I guess my bias against BG-looking women is showing. Edited June 2, 2012 by xthAi76s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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