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Hello all, just when you think I have gone off to never-never land I arise from the ashes like the bird in Greek Mythology.
Life with my "sweetie" in the great city of Surin has kept me away from a computer for the past three weeks. Still do not have one in the home even though I have a DSL line, just too many other things to take off and buy. To be honest I find it quite refreshing to take a long leave from checking in on this site or for that matter the internet in general.
We made a trip to Bangkok to pick up our new pickup, a Toyota Vigo 4x4 with all the bells and whistles. Hell, I even enjoy the short amount of time that I had to drive around Bangkok. Having your own vechicle sure makes it easier to get about. With Surin and its surrounding area so damn big I wanted to be comfortable on my "driveabouts."
Ended up going to Phanam Rung with her three sisters on Sunday. For those of you interested in ruins similar to Angor Wat this is worth a visit.
Went to three weddings with my "sweetie" as she and her family are well known and of course the fact that a LB was married very publicly to a Farang has attracted much attention. She enjoys these weddings and I even admit to having a good time. Still all new to me the wedding day ceremony. So far I have been the only Farang at any of these and aside from the bride and groom I am the center of a lot of attention.
For the most part my days are very relaxing. Up at 6:30 to go out and water the garden. Due to the size of my lot there is a lot to water and it takes about an hour to finsh up. A repeat of this in the early evening. God, I wish the rainy season would get here quick. A quick shower, breakfast and then off to Big C to pick up the Bangkok Post and the Nation newspapers. As it is very hot these days in Surin I try to take care of the outside stuff before it gets way to hot to do anything. Since I like to keep our home looking clean and tidy we both spend time doing the normal cleanup. Afternoon is nap time for my "sweetie"as she does not do outside when it's this hot. Time then for me to hop on the motorscooter and head into Surin to the Farang Connection or Nobbys for some food, drink and conversation. There are a large number of Expats here in the Surin area and a lot of people who come to vist. Nice to be able to catch up on the goings on in the outside world.
Around 4 or so I will head back to the "casa" take a shower, wake up the wife and figure out the dinner plans. If her Mom is staying with us for a few days then no worry, she cooks all of our meals. That is a nice perk to have as her Mom is top shelf when it comes to preparing Thai cuisine. When her Mon is not there we will take a 5 minute walk to one of the little restaurants that people set up outside their homes. Great food, very low prices and it's nice to just sit and listen to my "sweetie" gossip with the neighbors. Back to the home and an evening of Thai TV or watch a DVD movie. If nothing tickles my fancy then I just read until it's time to hit the rack.
See, I told you this was going to be boring for most all of you. For those who wonder if you can have the normal married life in the suburbs with a an amazing LB I am here to give proof to that. Find the right one, take your time, talk and talk more, move to Thailand and just maybe you will be as happy as I am.
I am back in the States now for six weeks at my job. Gotta keep that payceck coming in for a short time longer. Any worrys while I am gone, sure but not the kind some of your sick minds will think of. If you cannot trust after three years then why bother in the first place?
That's it, finished, no more, no photos and no personal details. This was written to let those of you who want to take a chance with an LB.
Life with my "sweetie" in the great city of Surin has kept me away from a computer for the past three weeks. Still do not have one in the home even though I have a DSL line, just too many other things to take off and buy. To be honest I find it quite refreshing to take a long leave from checking in on this site or for that matter the internet in general.
We made a trip to Bangkok to pick up our new pickup, a Toyota Vigo 4x4 with all the bells and whistles. Hell, I even enjoy the short amount of time that I had to drive around Bangkok. Having your own vechicle sure makes it easier to get about. With Surin and its surrounding area so damn big I wanted to be comfortable on my "driveabouts."
Ended up going to Phanam Rung with her three sisters on Sunday. For those of you interested in ruins similar to Angor Wat this is worth a visit.
Went to three weddings with my "sweetie" as she and her family are well known and of course the fact that a LB was married very publicly to a Farang has attracted much attention. She enjoys these weddings and I even admit to having a good time. Still all new to me the wedding day ceremony. So far I have been the only Farang at any of these and aside from the bride and groom I am the center of a lot of attention.
For the most part my days are very relaxing. Up at 6:30 to go out and water the garden. Due to the size of my lot there is a lot to water and it takes about an hour to finsh up. A repeat of this in the early evening. God, I wish the rainy season would get here quick. A quick shower, breakfast and then off to Big C to pick up the Bangkok Post and the Nation newspapers. As it is very hot these days in Surin I try to take care of the outside stuff before it gets way to hot to do anything. Since I like to keep our home looking clean and tidy we both spend time doing the normal cleanup. Afternoon is nap time for my "sweetie"as she does not do outside when it's this hot. Time then for me to hop on the motorscooter and head into Surin to the Farang Connection or Nobbys for some food, drink and conversation. There are a large number of Expats here in the Surin area and a lot of people who come to vist. Nice to be able to catch up on the goings on in the outside world.
Around 4 or so I will head back to the "casa" take a shower, wake up the wife and figure out the dinner plans. If her Mom is staying with us for a few days then no worry, she cooks all of our meals. That is a nice perk to have as her Mom is top shelf when it comes to preparing Thai cuisine. When her Mon is not there we will take a 5 minute walk to one of the little restaurants that people set up outside their homes. Great food, very low prices and it's nice to just sit and listen to my "sweetie" gossip with the neighbors. Back to the home and an evening of Thai TV or watch a DVD movie. If nothing tickles my fancy then I just read until it's time to hit the rack.
See, I told you this was going to be boring for most all of you. For those who wonder if you can have the normal married life in the suburbs with a an amazing LB I am here to give proof to that. Find the right one, take your time, talk and talk more, move to Thailand and just maybe you will be as happy as I am.
I am back in the States now for six weeks at my job. Gotta keep that payceck coming in for a short time longer. Any worrys while I am gone, sure but not the kind some of your sick minds will think of. If you cannot trust after three years then why bother in the first place?
That's it, finished, no more, no photos and no personal details. This was written to let those of you who want to take a chance with an LB.
Sounds good Pogue thats what I have planned in about a year but probly living around Kanchaniburi. Sounds like you hit it spot on. Is your email posted and would you mind a email from another like minded soul.
could get a little boring having to water plants all the time,but overall bloody good show
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