I Choose a 'Boring' Life in a Busy City (living simple in Bangkok) 🇹🇭 | อาศัยอยู่ในกรุงเทพฯ

[@rubyfrancis4906]

I'm in Bangkok real time leaving tomorrow.. just wanted to let you know and Thank you for being influential in my decision to come here ...THANK YOU... The Thais are some of the most kindest people I have ever met in my life ...and I'm 71yrs young and SOLO here..When I would hear you talk neighborhoods and I had no idea about the area but, I do now.. I'm in Sukhumvit.. Leaving tomorrow for USA after a layover in Istanbul.. God bless you..

[@aminaaminat8378]

Sooo true which I instantly grew so fond of Thai people. When I arrived back in the U.S. from Bangkok, Thailand, I wondered why I came back to the U.S.🥹

[@IAMABUNDANT888]

Hey Antoinette! I know how to get you electric bill down. I live 3 hours from Bangkok. I've been here since January. My bill this month was 828 Baht. My lowest yet. The landlord purchased me a fan that I thought I would never need. Well, I need it! I use it more than I do my AC, and my place still stays cool as long as I close the curtains and windows in the afternoon(when it's the hottest). I also turn everything off when I leave and I purchased lights that only turn on when I enter the room off of Lazada. Anyway, I hope that helps. Love your content.

[@ThirdThaisaCharm]

We embrace the simple life here in BKK as well Antoinette..we live in Phrom Phong area and we have a 2 bedroom 2 bath condo and we Just got screens put on and our electric bill went down almost 1000 baht!! In the evening when it cools down I open all the windows and sliding door and keep them open all night until around 10:30 am the next morning. It's been so beautiful that it works. We have a fan in our bedroom all night as well. I think it would help bring your bill down! We pay around 2700 baht now instead of 3600!! Life is beautiful here though and we are SO Grateful too 🙏🏽 Love your vibe and your videos! We just subscribed 🦋💜

[@adoseofthedumases]

I recommended your channel in a Thailand group for Black women on fb today! Been binge watching you all week, gaining research and taking notes for my future move! ☺️🤗

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Woot woot! Thank you babes. I'm glad my channel is helpful

[@zwethandie]

At 48, through God's grace finally allowing my worth to not be measured in my 'doingness', just out here 'Being", human. Thanks Antoinette.

[@HaLo-bm1qv]

I like how you put that. I’m going to borrow it. 😉

[@EarthAngelCam]

I hadn’t considered Bangkok because it’s so busy and so many people. But you are making me reconsider because I want a slower paced life as well.

[@tiffytwotimes]

My Sundays are so much better when your videos drop. You have such a calming spirit and demeanor. I know if I watch your videos my week will start off right. 🤍 Love your content! 😊

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Wow, thank you! This is a great compliment and I’m honored to be apart of your week!!!

[@RespectfullyNikki]

My bill is typically almost $100 with 2 kids and I have tried getting mine down as well. I have worked on it because it was $200! A fan certainly helps me out. I love my simple life here in Thailand also 😊

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

I’ll definitely have to get a fan. That’s a good idea.

[@Silverdrkshe]

Antoinette Yvonne! I love you, sis. I literally spit out my water, laughing at you and your coffee rant in the elevator 😂😂🤣🤣😂😂 Continued success, my sis, and may the most high bless you with riches and a healthy life. 🙏🏽✌🏼

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

I LOVE COFFFEEEEE LOL

[@DiamondEmpress-d3r]

Thailand is definitely on my bucket list!

[@veeemit9719]

Sounds like you are realizing all moments are a gift from God, and that in and of it self makes them grand.

[@navigatingwithnana]

Thank you Antoinette for being such an inspiration! I too am an ex-vanlifer who has adoringly followed you on YT for years. I recently became an expat too and moved to Colombia, South America! YAY for us mighty girls!❤🇨🇴❤

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Yaaayyyy!!! We did it!!!! Good on you girl!

[@tiffytwotimes]

I've been waiting all week for this. 😊

[@patriciashort7908]

Me too, Antionette run both ac unit on energy saver, turning off and on is why the bill is like that!!! Love You Sis❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@carols.3019]

I love and appreciate your authenticity...."girl, you is weird" 😅. Your vlogs make my day!

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

😊 thank you lol.

[@TravelSpanish-j3v]

Another excellent video Antoinette. I’m just curious about if you have learned any of the local language and how has that process been?

[@KimFaggins]

You’re so inspiring, and helping me with my decision in where to visit first. I’m planning my first solo vacation for March-April. You keep posting and I’ll keep watching. God Bless you my dear sister 🙏🏽🥰

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Thank you for always stopping by

[@michellehenriques9164]

Thank you for this life affirming video! Since moving to Canada I’ve continued to use trick to lower my light bill. In the high heat of summer with an apartment that has no ac, I use 3 fans. I find that if I leave them running my light bill still remains under $100! I say all this to say, maybe run the ac to get your apt cool then use the fans to circulate the cool air after you’ve turned off the ac. I know the heat in Asia is in another level but you won’t know if this helps to lower your bill until you try. Good luck.

[@woodyexplorer]

Enjoy. Time is for you to spend the way you like it.

[@ingridthompson6512]

💛🌺 I've missed booking your Thailand trip 😩. But I am so blessed and inspired by your goals to prioritize rest and be present in the everyday 💖

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Please join the waitlist as someone always drops off or we may open additional spots here very soon. luxnomadtravels.com/forms/trip-waiting-list/

[@Kim-q4c]

Antoinette I really admire you in so many ways., every time I watch one of your videos I’m inspired by your calmness and openness about moving to Bangkok well, I look forward to seeing your next video Enjoy.!😇❤️!

[@naimahmuhammad1345]

Greetings! Your cinematography for your videos is simply beautiful!!!😊

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Yaaaayy! Thank you!!

[@Tephiffany]

I smiled this whole video!

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Yaaayyyy!!!

[@deerose8198]

You are so inspiring 🤩 Also if you leave both units running your bill will actually go down a bit because it takes a lot more energy per unit to keep starting if that makes sense 👍🏽

[@khalilahanderson7000]

I feel you on the coffee! I need rehab but won't ever show up...unless they have coffee😂

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Hahaha coffee heads us two

[@nealpp]

Nice Video.. And remember, that as a Christian our ultimate task is to spread Gods word to all. As far as the wings.. be careful with all of the sugar in your diet....it is a struggle I did and still have and it affects our health in so many negative ways. I wish for nothing but continued success for your life and channel. God Speed

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Amen!

[@DominateTheGame]

Correct. Boring is good. Routine is good. Discipline is good. Peace of mind...is good. Yes, I am here....just staying quiet (living a boring life). I will catch up with you soon sis. Proud of you. Keep enjoying everyday life.

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

AMEN!!!!

[@BodyAndSol96]

Great insight, your sentiment helped me understand why I also love living in a big city, although I too am a homebody and definitely live a very simple life most of the time, enjoying the small things the most... and another messy cook raising her hand here 😂

[@lorraine725]

Great video thank you for sharing and for your honesty. I enjoyed living in a big city even if I stayed home a lot haha, now I live in a smaller city and hate it!!! 😅😅😅😅

[@angellagiacchetta4793]

Love watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your experiences, and yes I want to hear about electric bills and such. 😊

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

You got it!

[@marionlove100]

First here...Hey 👋🏽 Yvonne love your videos 📸😊I know what you mean...I love standing still for a while been on the move most of my life 😊

[@mor_eri]

I love watching your vlogs! Thanks for taking us on your journey! It definitely inspires me and showcases that we can all live how we need to in different stages of our lives!

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

You are so welcome!

[@gloriaf4015]

You can lower the cost of running the ac significantly by putting up curtains on tension rods to close off the spaces you need to be in the most. This creates zones near the AC units that take less time to cool down and you won’t need to run them as long.

[@unwrittensymp]

Those wings look good girl 😂 I feel you on the perceived “boring” living. This is why I chose Chiang Mai when I last came. Now when I consider coming back during burning season someone suggested Bangkok and I just don’t know lol looks like A LOT but you shared a different perspective so thank you 😊

[@estherjoycallender]

Hellooooo from Trinidad and Tobagooo

[@rileystein6195]

Watching your video the night before a work day wishing I was in Thailand too living in a similar way. Hopefully one day.

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

You can do it! And thank you for stopping by again!

[@suwasit]

You're so cute when you speak Thai. I enjoy following you and watching your video. Love from Vegas, Suwasit :)

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

😊 thank you

[@Tephiffany]

Awww I'm so elated with your simplicity, the grounding! It's beautiful to watch! idk why but this video made me emotional, maybe joyous? Not sure how to articulate it? I'm yearning for this, not sure how to get there (I am in some ways) but being an adult has its responsibilities I can't ignore and as much as I have simplicity in not sure how long it'll last

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

You got it sis!!!! Feel free to schedule a meet.brevo.com/antoinette-yvonne with me to brainstorm

[@beautifulyoung5620]

Sister! Let me tell you Gurrrrl I be all into your video's to the point I hate that it ends when it ends at something like under 20 mins...I'm so use to your old long videos... I miss you Got to check you out when I come there for a trip.

[@louis20122]

Boring is subjective. I would love to have a boring stress free life.

[@traciwilliams5673]

I totally appreciate a simple, minimal life.😌👍🏽❤️🙏🏽

[@nakiawright42]

Girl I didn't know who you was you have lost so much weight and it looks good on you ❤ from Chicago IL Englewood

[@lreavis2]

Hey Antoinette, if you’re an iPhone user you can use your camera to translate text like those nutrition facts. If not, they have translations apps that will change the text to English for you.

[@pamhicks2022]

Love watching you every week you have a great week ❤❤❤

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Thank you for coming!

[@forevaeva1929]

The braids and hair colors are 🔥

[@TRUSTING_HIM314]

Gurl...... Messy cook me too...😊...... Food looks delicious❤

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

So good

[@713skywalker]

Chill lifestyle 😎

[@dwalker6868]

Yummy. Yummy good eats❤ gotta love a cozy day. Stay blessed.

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Thank you! You too!

[@carolynlee-bouie2680]

Great video ❤

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Glad you liked it!!

[@veeemit9719]

I like to clean as I go😊

[@kathrynmarrero5263]

You Rock beautiful !!!❤

[@gerchelholbert4174]

Father thank You for this day

[@patriciashort7908]

I love Your Life Queen ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@chantalhaugen9028]

It's incredible that you can eat a lot of snacks, and chips drink soda without gaining weight !

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

I’ve noticed your repeated comments about my weight (and eating) on several of my videos, including this one. I understand that you may not have meant harm, but I want to kindly point out that remarks like these, even if intended as compliments, can come across as rude and intrusive. I kindly ask that you refrain from commenting on my weight moving forward.

[@sherellealex]

😊😊

[@DiamondEmpress-d3r]

OMG! She said the camera's being racist! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣I can relate girl! lol.

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

They so ruuudddeee lol.

[@allisgood4648]

Your Satu 🙏 life and walks.

[@yamasaer]

That is normal electric bill for 1 room with AC. The water bill is super cheap so it's quite balance.

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Youre right!!!

[@tiffytwotimes]

❤❤❤

[@CoachDonnaMarie]

I swear we have got to be cousins. You and your mom always say stuff that sounds just like our family.

[@tiffytwotimes]

🎉🎉🎉

[@sheilasylvain6669]

Hello, I have a question. I'm. Curious as to why you choose Bangkok. I have contemplated moving abroad somewhere lol I'm retired and this has been on my mind for some time now. Thank you

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Hi. I discuss it in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hISme6uqmrmJeLM

[@sheilasylvain6669]

@AntoinetteYvonne Thank you

[@sheis4963]

Lol girl why you come outside in them house shoes ❤ . Question, is the electric shared among the whole building or do you have your own meter?

[@net2522]

Yes own meter

[@cynealey933]

If you don’t mind me asking, what do you do for work? I would love to make a move abroad but I’m worried about a constant flow of income.❤

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Hi. I cover that topic here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnSnemuqapllq7s

[@isoldeaguhar6837]

Is is more affordable to get a coffee maker for your apartment or just to buy cups of coffee daily? Fellow coffee lover here..

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

I have a coffee pour over and still prefer my Toa Bin.

[@trichelleconner2612]

I'm a messy cooker too.

[@REGGIEKING9999]

Nette ❤❤❤

[@relaxwithannah8579]

How long can an American tourist stay in Bangkok without a visa? Is it 30 or 60 days? How do I stay longer? Any insight you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

US Cit. can stay up to 60 with an additional 30 days

[@siriratt9037]

อยู่ได้นานขนาดนี้ น้องน่าจะลองไปสอบใบขับขี่นะ ถ้าเบื่อ ว่างๆก็เช่ารถขับออกต่างจังหวัดได้ มีที่เยอะแยะเลย ที่จริงต่างชาติซื้อรถได้ล่ะมั้ง แต่เช่าคุ้มกว่า

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Thanks for the tips. But to clarify... I didn't say I was "bored" I said "I chose a 'boring' life" which means some people may consider this boring but I chose it and I am enjoying it. :-)

[@siriratt9037]

@@AntoinetteYvonne Ok kaa i understand kaaa 🥰

[@anitasampson1982]

How much is 200 bot in American money? Electric bill? I did the conversion so is $5.75 correct for month in question

[@WoodAndWaterStories]

Curiosity, why not S. Korea or China?

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

I like being in a country where I feel the people are heartwarming and welcoming. This is not the case IMO and my experiences of two other two cultures. I also have no desire to live in either of those countries climate wise.

[@aminaaminat8378]

Antoinette: I wholeheartedly agree with you!👏🏿 Thai people are soooo gracious, warm hearted and kind for the most part.

[@WoodAndWaterStories]

@@AntoinetteYvonne thank you. I want to travell. I am trying to decide where to go. The information is appreciated.

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Youre welcome on my group trips. Come travel with me luxnomadtravels.com

[@EarthAngelCam]

I think $60 is about right. Electric is more than just a.c. You said you spend majority of your time at home. You use electronics.

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

This makes total sense. Thank you!

[@Shell25-00]

Wow you look so fit and amazing 💪🏾👌🏾👍🏾💯🙋🏾💪🏾Did you ever sale your 🚐?

[@anandjoshua7904]

JESUS LOVES YOU

[@kevaevans8207]

If you wasn't on KZbin with how you live your life and what is going on in it. That man in that blue jacket at the begging of this video behind you after you have came from picking up your packages would have harrased you. I get harrased everyday by random people who looks as if they are minding their business when their really not. They have some type of mental issue. Their not happy with them selfves. I'm sure that it is not only going on in America. Most people don't understand that you have to live a life for you and not for the world. The world will only wear you out.

[@veeemit9719]

rippin and runnin gets old

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Amen to this!

[@gavinsnana]

Are you willing to communicate with me or direct me to Antoinette? I’m also in my 70’s an African American from Minnesota. My goal is to relocate beyond the US borders. Thailand his been on my mind for a while although I’ve never been there and have no idea where or how to start. My name is Jan.

[@ninathompson3280]

I am considering moving out of the states, can't take another 4 years of Trump, been so depressed since he won (cheated).

[@Rolling_With_Rio]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Rolling_With_Rio]

Bangkok is Dope! ❤️

[@gavinsnana]

Are you willing to communicate with me or direct me to Antoinette? I’m also in my 70’s an African American from Minnesota. My goal is to relocate beyond the US borders. Thailand his been on my mind for a while although I’ve never been there and have no idea where or how to start. My name is Jan.

[@AntoinetteYvonne]

Hi Jan. Feel free to schedule a call with me here meet.brevo.com/antoinette-yvonne

[@gavinsnana]

@ Thank you. I will.