Our Secret Room... What We Are Doing For Our Village This Year In Thailand 🇹🇭

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Thank you to everyone that has made this happen this year! Get the Timekettle M3 translation device here: Official website: bitl.to/3NAb Code: TMK10OFF For those that asked these are the christmas party details below: VILLAGE KIDS CHRISTMAS PARTY CONTRIBUTIONS: Paypal: paypal.me/lifeinbamboo Wise: wise.com/pay/me/ryank559 If you are within Thailand you can use: KTB 6786690068 Please note that by contributing you name will be added to a public ledger, if you wish to remain anonymous please indicate as such. If you want to buy something specific for the kids please find the price on lazada and I will order it for you: www.lazada.co.th and you will see it on the vlog If there is something else specific you wish to do let me know in the comments or by email. As mentioned we are sorry but we will not be accepting super thanks this year as it’s not a fair system. Additionally, all December Patreon and Membership will be going to this event, plus a small fund i have set aside from Damo and I will cover all the F&B. Cheers OFFERS FOR THAILAND BASED SUBSCRIBERS: 🍃 Check Out Our LAZADA SHOP For Honey, Cacao, Super Greens Powder, Ginger Extract & Lots More! Here: shorturl.at/Q863r OFFERS FOR WORLDWIDE SUBSCRIBERS 🍄 Get Fruiting Body Mushrooms Here: bit.ly/3Vu8Hp3 🌐 Go to surfshark.com/bamboo for 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN for Free!

[@sgraham005]

Does it require a phone network connection or is the translation library in memory?

[@nealpp]

It was nice to hear the one child saying happy birthday since that is what Christmas really is. Great video and the commentary about peoples comments-some being trolls and some just being genuine criticism because they want to see you succeed still. Way to keep an open mind. Praying for your continued success. God Bless

[@Paul-wu5qy]

It feels good to have been part of the contribution Happy Christmas everyone!

[@defbybass]

I hope you never stop doing the vlogs. I wish you and the whole family a Merry Christmas.

[@ohiosquire4212]

Hugo's developing personality is a joy to see.

[@jimmycricket7385]

I love seeing the kids jumping and laughing and concentrating on their little tasks. You two obviously generate a lot of happiness. I rarely watch one of your videos without a gormless smile on my face too. Merry Christmas and best wishes to you both.

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Merry christmas Jimmy 👍

[@gma-68]

Yes there are a lot of Thailand bloggers but those who enjoy and appreciate your content are not watching them. I for one would be sad to see you go but appreciate the amount of work that goes into entertaining us, and if it became too much would totally understand. A merry Christmas and peaceful new year to you all. ❤

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Thank you and appreciate the sentiments 🙏

[@traceyswainson7045]

How lovely to see blue sky, sunshine, and flowers for Christmas. I'm glad you're feeling more relaxed and ready to enjoy the day. Merry Christmas from snowy Canada.🎄

[@HelloImNotJohnnyCash]

I am truly surprised at how big Christmas is in Thailand.. I never expected such a westernized thing to be so celebrated there. I was there again from 24th Nov to 11th Dec and pretty much concreted how much I love Thailand.

[@davidkidd3863]

You are doing a great job for the kids and the village❤ Merry Christmas to you and your family and everyone in the village❤ can't wait to see all the Childrens happy faces at the Christmas party❤

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Thanks David 🙏👍

[@andres.lamontagne5294]

I agree. I real gift to the community.

[@mattalford389]

Looks like it's going to be a great Xmas party. Gets bigger and better every year. Looking forward to that video

[@LeeQuisenberry]

It is so honorable what you are doing for your village. The world would be a better place when more people do for others. Thank you again for this video.

[@mrboogang]

Love to see this every year, getting bigger and bigger for your rural community - it makes me smile, and feel very grateful to be able to give you what I can every month, despite how hard it is at the moment. Seeing you all happy, and the kids smile, is enough for me. Forget the haters brother, let them go spread their hate and jealousy somewhere else. You and Damo have a fantastic life, just sit back, breathe and accept the collective love. You know I'm always here if you and the family need anything. Merry Christmas to you, Damo, Tis and Hugo, and the wider village community. Much love from Western Australia.

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Thank you brother and please never put yourself out - if they need. Anything I make up anything the memberships don’t cover 👍👍👍

[@alanedgar5146]

Wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a blessed new year 🎊🎉❤

[@shuuyakano1732]

Displaying lights during Christmas predates the holiday itself. It started in Scandinavian countries to brighten up Winter Solstice to turning night into day. Christmas is forever, not just for one day, for loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away like bells and lights and tinsel, in some box upon a shelf. The good you do for others is good you do yourself. Merry Christmas to you all who are coming to celebrate happily. Thanks for sharing your thoughts by decorating and decide what to buy for the kids in this winter season too. You are the most kind to the kids and celebrating with the adults with fun and happiness Christmas Party wishes too.

[@WalkingmanPattaya]

Great time of year for a big celebration, cool weather...tis season to be Jolly hohoho. Like the bicycle idea where they can be shared and borrowed. Wow Damo and Ryan you are looking more beautiful every episode haha. You all look like you're having fun. listen to Damo and dont buy the rubbish, the stuffed animals and blankets are useful. haha Happy Times. Peace and Love Y'all PS Yes the Thais love the big amps and bigger speakers at every event...most times this old retiree cannot handle the volume.

[@chriscastello3922]

Fantastic to watch what you and Damo do to celebrate Christmas with the village. Following your family is a joy. Illegitimate non carborundum…

[@vsp2801]

Wish u and ur family Merry Christmas and Happy New Year ❤ God bless you ❤

[@dropattieramsammy1462]

Beautiful video love the Christmas party God bless you all always stay safe 🙏 ❤️

[@CatBalou38]

Your place looks so beautiful. There has been so many changes over the years. I just love the way it looks. The kids are going to have a great Christmas.

[@helendymock8265]

The property is looking great guys. Looking forward to the Xmas party. Please don't leave us too soon guys. It's one of the best parts of my week. Happy Xmas ❤

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Thank you Helen ❤️🙏

[@TheDizzydiana]

Party people.! It's going to be great fun. Love the tree with the lights.

[@1960tiffany]

The BIG tree in your yard would look awesome with a load of lights on it....good job for one of the locals to do by climbing up it and draping it with fairy lights.❤

[@Aarhus56]

I always enjoy your vlogs, both when you chat but also when Damo is doing the vlogs. I wish you a very Merry Christmas, a super Christmas party for the kids and all the best for you, Damo and the children for 2025. Look forward to hearing more of your talks and to see the progress on your farm and projects.

[@ActionFigureResource]

Excellent job, this is my favourite part of Christmas! I'm trying to start something similar at my village with my wife.

[@rgr6699]

Fantastic video, i hope you guys have a super christmas with family and friends and it feels good to have contributed.

[@brendataylor8388]

I’ve spent some money on bikes over the years. Never regretted a dime. One $30 pink trike comes to mind. Every grandkid rode and loved it.😉

[@larsvilholm5552]

What we do for children in Jersey Village is wonderful to see, keep it up.

[@colleenrodamer9497]

Love u Christmas sprite many blessings from North Texas ❤

[@michaeltakayama8415]

Merry Christmas!

[@sheilaackers2853]

Great job everyone loved seeing the kids decorate the tree Merry Christmas to you all thanks for sharing 🌲❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿x

[@mattyh588]

A merry christmas to you ryan and the family. Donation sent. Looking forwards to the vlog! Last year was a treat to watch on christmas day. All the best

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Cheers Matty, well received and please let me know if you want something in particular though we are only a few days off haha

[@lillianrosbottom7366]

Thanks for all your work for Christmas day ryan and damo. This is wonderful. Going to be lovely day for all the children. Don't ever give you tube up. Thoroughly enjoy. 😊😊

[@michaelj2528]

Great that the children have something to look forward to at Christmas which is down to you both and your subscribers. Hoping everything goes well for the big day . Wishing you all a very happy Christmas. Always interesting and informative and entertaining

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Thanks Michael - hope you are well 👍🙏

[@sandracrawford3715]

I so loooooove Apple. Love your videos and you both provide inspiration 😊. People will always want you to fail. There are more people that would like you to succeed.

[@amyjoforaker3655]

I adore all the kids but Hugo is a scene stealer for sure!

[@msd6105]

Thanks!

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Thank you so much, will add to the kids fund!

[@garystaff3617]

Great blog. Happy Christmas. To you all 🎉

[@davidkelly-cl4mj]

Hi Ryan and Damo, I love what you guys do for your community and the local kids . Really its just amazing and you can see the joy and excitement in the face's of the kids. I can't wait too see the Christmas celebrations at your place. A great effort by both of you and of course the kids getting involved with the perpetration. Thanks for sharing guys can't wait too see you all on Christmas day. Thanks so much for sharing ❤

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Thanks David!

[@grantfulton4844]

Can’t wait to see the Xmas party, Merry Christmas 🎅

[@garystaff3617]

Have fun untangle them lights 🎉

[@gorloff]

I think you both are doing a great job, keep up the good work. Merry Christmas to your whole family 🎄🎅🧑‍🎄🎄

[@wiccanfpv]

Merry Christmas,Ryan, Damo,Ottis and all of family.Sending love from America😢,yes im back for holidays but so sad here,miss my home'Chaing Rai'.Great job guy's,those kids are so happy.

[@brianbarbarich1401]

Beautiful family. Beautiful looking and nice style and colours of clothing. Wishing you all a happy Christmas and a very good 2025 Cheers from Durban, South Africa.

[@brianbarbarich1401]

I forgot to mention a very big thank you for caring about the local people in your area during the festive season. 🙏🙏

[@lifeinruralthailand]

@@brianbarbarich1401 Thanks Biran!

[@wendy-0101]

❤👍🏻that was a great idea with bikes. I can see its going to be a fantastic Party for them all. So looking forward to seeing it. Have a great weekend all of you. 💞💞💞💞 ps ordered Cordyceps Mushroom capsels. After 3wks I see a big difference. I have so much energy & feeling better in myself.

[@joemann2178]

Well done! Merry Christmas 😃

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Thats joe, membership also gone to this so thank you!

[@wesworld6375]

I don’t personally celebrate Christmas . ( I do for my sons sake) . But it’s hard not to “get in the Xmas spirit” with the love you guys show ! Thanks you for making an old grinch smile ! 😂 Bloody wish I was in Thailand “feeling the cold “ right now!! 😂😂✌🏼❤️

[@msd6105]

My pleasure ❤❤

[@Per-OlofBrenegård]

Go ahead Ryan.❤❤❤

[@msd6105]

Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 ❤❤

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Merry Christmas to you too 😊

[@nixferguson7323]

Wonderful vid Ryan well done on all the hard work you guys have done 👌👍💪🫶 Do your family come visit?

[@mariettathornton5924]

Merry Christmas to you & your beautiful family Ryan🎄🎄🎄Colin & I have been In Bangkok for almost 2 weeks now & unfortunately, our hotel has weak WiFi 😱 The garden lights look amazing and thanks for sharing this video 😊

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Let me know where you arrive when you settle and I will send you some honey!

[@mariettathornton5924]

@@lifeinruralthailand gosh, thank you Ryan! We’re nomadic right now for the next 3 months . Will be heading back to the US in mid March to really decide on what to do. We’re scouting places to live in right now. I will reach out to you when we make our final move back to Thailand.. Will be watching your channel here in Thailand when we get good WiFi ok? 😊

[@vs123]

So good

[@brendataylor8388]

Buying gifts for kids is ALWAYS hit and miss. You can spend$2 on a treasure and $200 on something that goes in the garbage. It’s frustrating! The party prob means more to the kids than the gifts. As a Granny I’ve taken to purchasing experiences for them rather than stuff😉

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Bingo 🙏😁👍

[@barbaraburr2270]

Damo your dress is so beautiful! We will be in Thailand in March for three weeks and I'd love to buy one similar. Are they sold in shops in Bangkok? I love how it matched the bougainvillea at the start :)

[@lifeinruralthailand]

thank you ka This is hilltribe style from north 😊🙏

[@craigdawson7632]

Next year you should setup a laser light show 👍

[@stevenhorsfall9842]

You and Mow should be so in ore of yourseceze thank-you 👌🙏

[@Parlayyo]

Sai is growing like a tree😮

[@Lohse_dos2]

Any idea if Paddy may come visit you again?

[@gingin21jr]

Definitionen von Oxford Languages noun : troll plural noun: trolls (in folklore) an ugly creature depicted as either a giant or a dwarf. "nobody was allowed to cross the bridge without the troll's permission"

[@d.r.656]

Next year fireworks, and BBQ for the dad's 😂

[@JoeAndTheFam]

The jumpers are really cute, for the kids or you? 😅 Merry Christmas guys from Chanthaburi

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Both 😁

[@mathewhunt81]

Stay eternal, brother.

[@DavidSmith-to9ni]

Happy Christmas from Khon Kean. Don't go for a ride with food on the dam Khon Kaen thats really is a sound deafening my Thai relations loved it i think it killed all fish within 50 metres 555

[@ohiosquire4212]

I would buy these earbuds in a New York minute if it included Khmyr. Sure would like to know what the villagers are saying.

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Yes they do not include - would make it more useful I thought

[@sgraham005]

Where is Alfie?

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Probably in the room snoring on the sofa haha

[@BadMedizin]

❤👍👍👍🙏

[@StevenSacto]

You should know by now that this women know best. I learned early and just do what she says... Seems to be right a majority of the time. But when I do sneak in a win. I let the wife know 😂

[@STARRUNNER45-e4z]

🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡💯💯💯🧡

[@bobwelo]

[@WilliamFluery]

Does the Thai culture know and discuss the Christian origin of Christmas…The Son of God was born of a virgin and died to bring salvation to mankind?

[@lifeinruralthailand]

Not that i know of, in the schools they treat it more like a commercial holiday

[@siscott6066]

Why would they want to know it's not part of their religious beliefs the Thais are very welcoming to other religions it's part of their religious beliefs of tolerance but don't push it on them that's what I can make out of it but why would I know I am an atheist anyway, the Thais do love a party so why not have a party of Christmas with presents for the kids I don't think the Buddhist religion has anything like this in their Buddhist calendar were the kids get spoilt and have a party and it's an excuse for the parents to get Mao and chat.

[@Markevans63]

​@@lifeinruralthailand so pretty much what 90% of the west does

[@NicolasLampkin-qr4rx]

Christmas has nothing to do with Jesus. Actually in the Bible it says not to partake in these pagan activities. This is a product of the Antichrist. Also Jesus was never a Christian. Christianity is a product of the Antichrist . Every letter that makes the word Christian makes the word Antichrist. Any way believe whatever you feel happy with but you'll never be happy.

[@NicolasLampkin-qr4rx]

@@siscott6066 I don't see Buddhism as a religion. More of a way of life. I don't have a religion but I realized that I have be living like a Buddhist. It's more like an inner journey than an outter one. Like praying. It is centred more on inner peace. You can control the world but you can control how you relate to it.

[@VistaThaiGuy]

Oi!!! Prick-Kee-Neaw, dress the dogs as Santa's helpers and reindeer!!!🤑🥳🎅

[@VistaThaiGuy]

You heard of "elf on a shelf", how about "Thai on a Kwai"???🤩😸🐃 Christmas dress colors/outfits, not sarongs, of course!!!

[@PietroDomico]

The tradition of giving gifts at Christmas is based on the story of the Three Wise Men presenting gifts to the infant Jesus

[@PietroDomico]

Yes, the Christmas story is told in the Bible, and is found in the gospels of Matthew and Luke: Matthew 1:18-2:23 and Luke 1:26-2:40.

[@PietroDomico]

Yes, the Christmas story is told in the Bible, and is found in the gospels of Matthew and Luke: Matthew 1:18-2:23 and Luke 1:26-2:40.