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.
I've been writing a lot, so the blog is suffering somewhat. There are only so many hours in a day, and by the time I train, which is numero uno in my recovery, write creatively, answer emails, eat and sleep, there isn't a whole lot of time left for blogging.
I can report that life is good. I feel healthy, with only the occasional pangs of want to use drugs. These cravings pass quickly, and I have come to terms with the fact that they will likely always be there at certain times. I know that if I delay for only a short while, they disappear, and I can then get on with this normality I have come to enjoy so much.
What else can I say...I have a lot to look forward to and barring any unforeseen circumstances that are out of my control, I am on the right track to live a long and happy life.
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