I... haven't gone back and rated the places I stayed. But... mixed reviews. I'd gladly stay in the same place in Khon Kaen and Phimai again. I'd consider the place in Korat. I would rather not stay in either place in Mukdahan.
Honesty is important in relationships, as is communication. That said, you've crossed a few lines in Thailand. Culture is only one of them. Personally, I crossed more than a few...
Ex-pats... I found them a tad offish as well. In Udon we mostly have old (Northern/UK) Europeans... belly to the bar. Not a problem but I don't drink and football all day.
My Thai hasn't improved much but my understanding of the culture has.
One does have to be careful about generosity. It's not perceived the same here. When someone starts to treat me like an ATM it causes me grief. I remember being homeless and penniless. I did not beg for money; others did, but that's not me.
On a sadder note: I fear going back to you-know-where.
Tonight, I attended my Tuesday group meeting. There were the usual crew...myself and four others, plus two new guys. When there are seven people, it's a struggle to get around to everyone twice and so, getting two chances to speak becomes almost impossible. This is where a strong facilitator is important. To make sure the session moves along at a constant pace and nobody uses up too much time. Despite the numbers, the session went well and everyone had a short, but fair turn.
Ash and Tamara (the couple from group) are coming over again tomorrow to do another weights session. I've been getting to sleep earlier and waking earlier in the morning, which is allowing me to get through more work throughout the day. I'm getting more things done around the house...one job at a time. I'll know in a couple of weeks if my application to access my 401k will be granted. I am confident about it, but we shall see. All is well and I am happy.
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