Postcards From Turtle Beach, Thailand: "Be A Man"

In which Steve Rosse tells stories about the broccoli store next door, his mother, his friends, and his dog. Okay, not the dog. See? He does have boundaries.
Added bonus feature: "The First Turtle I Ever Saw on Turtle Beach"
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[@JM-kn1rr]

There’s a lot of jealousy behind this angry behavior from our countrymen Steve. Seems like the people that are happy for us that live abroad are few and far between. I’m extremely happy for anyone that can escape and find happiness in other places in the world.

[@steverosse]

Amen.

[@steveaustin1984]

I don’t think it emanates from a place of envy, but a place of ignorance.

[@cedrimar]

Bought "Leaving Thailand" last night and did not put it down until it was done this morning. BEAUTIFUL writing. Beyond my expectations. I hope millions of people read it.

[@steverosse]

Thank you, C. I'm glad you liked it. Recommend it to a friend.

[@dr.detroit2877]

Congrats Steve Rosse on your recent success. I am not angry with Steve Rosse; there are emotions that I don't possess; like jealousy, envy, or covet. There are many ways to obtain what one wants in life, like you mentioned. Our personalities govern how we live, be it peeing in a bottle or peeing in a gold urinal, I am just happy I can pee. I have money, but I don't value money. I value humble people that can enjoy what life has given them.

[@richardhughes8352]

Hey doctor Detroit. I worked in Detroit 20 years. I live in Sarnia Ontario now. Thailand is heaven and Steve is cool as hell. Cheers my man!

[@33rdStreet]

I’m happy I can take a big dump

[@pepelemoko01]

Teddy Kennedy was at some big gathering in working-class Boston, when this huge voice boomed over the crowd, "Where is this Kennedy S.O.B who has never worked a day in his life?"Ted went up and saw this guy, he was huge, his hands gnarled and broken from a lifetime of physical labour. He shook hands and said to the young Kennedy "You didn't miss much".

[@steverosse]

LOL! Truth. Hard work builds character my ass.

[@TrippyandDa]

Ignore the haters, “the jealous are troublesome to others but a torment to themselves” Also, why do worry about the length on your videos? I’m engrossed by your monologues as I’m sure many others are too. You’re a fascinating character and storyteller so just keep “floating your own boat” 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@steverosse]

Thanks, TAD. Since I shoot on an I-phone but edit on a PC long videos are hard to transfer. I keep telling myself to switch off and back on every five minutes or so, to make smaller files, but I'm forgetful.

[@tedhiggins262]

Doing the same as you Steve, on the same amount of money, and even saving for a car, here on Koh Chang, not to mention growing a little of my own broccoli. Enjoying your entertaining comment and storytelling, so please keep up the good work.

[@steverosse]

You too, Ted! Let's show 'em how it's done.

[@HansCSchellenberg]

12:06 Some of it comes from living in the US, everyone from the US is paranoid about retiring in the US because everything is so expensive here and people think social security will implode and people are worried about out of control inflation. My entire career has been in Silicon Valley, everyone here is obsessed with money, you never have enough. Honestly, you give a lot of people hope, that you can retire well in Thailand easily. Nobody has earned retirement in Thailand more than you Steve, seriously!

[@Joker-2357]

I love these Postcards , ❤️

[@steverosse]

Thanks, HA!

[@neildutton8077]

Thanks for "Grumpy old men".... Never miss it.

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Neil.

[@mutimann01]

Steve, just watched your video where you were a radio dj in Phuket. You sounded so natural and like you have been doing it your whole life. you truely are a man of many talents.

[@davidstephens4570]

What is happiness? Is it contentment? Or something else. All i know is that every morning I wake up and say thank you for giving me another day; although I don't know who I am talking to. Your life and mine seem pretty similar, which is a strange saying because I have never heard of an ugly similar. The exception is that I don't consume broccoli; doing so makes me paranoid. Like to meet you one day. If you are ever in Prachuap or maybe a trip to Phuket would be nice. I was there once and enjoyed Fantasea.

[@steverosse]

Thanks, David.

[@mapwhe]

F! The haters...live your life, enjoy your retired life Thailand..... an amazing place to live.. enjoy...looks like you are...

[@steverosse]

Yup. Thanks.

[@lukemanton7971]

Steve keep doing what you do! Boo ntongs is brilliant ,grumpy old men is great! Cheers for bringing your story! People should live how there want and not be subjected to crap

[@steverosse]

Thank you, Luke.

[@ScooterOnHisWay2024]

I enjoy Grumpy Old Men every time I view it. You guys are great! As is this video as well.

[@rossjurecka5372]

Hey Steve , just back in Australia from Isaan , but only to sell my car and put my townhouse on Airbnb and back to Thailand . Going from 40 C to 6 C , I got some damn flu and head old and sore throat, so I feel miserable , I am near Melbourne , but watching few episodes of your vlogging and I feel good again. In Isaan , I am just building my small house with my Thai wife and want to finish my life there with her , since I am 64 ... 😊 Oh and the house after just 2 months is already having roof , just in time for the rain season . In Australia just the paperwork would take a year , hahaha. When I finish my house , I will be buying you lots of coffee , that's for sure , you are a great balm for the soul .......❤

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Ross. I'm glad you like it. Good luck!

[@geoffgreen9681]

I’m here for your monologues, Steve! You’re a good bloke 👍

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Dude.

[@gregheath6143]

I always enjoy your thought processes Steve! Thanks for sharing them!

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Greg!

[@timmccracken5262]

EPIC . . . So on point mate ! - Appreciative of your work, always mate - TIM , PERTH AUSTRALIA

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Tim!

[@writeronthestormkyushu565]

Steve, you love Hemingway. Do you relate to Old Man and the Sea? I know you don't fish for Marlins, but it seems to me you have a great deal in common with the character in the book. This is a compliment of the highest order.

[@steverosse]

I do love that book. And the movie. "A man may be destroyed, but not defeated."

[@mikeh9956]

Happy I found this channel. You can certainly spin a yarn.

[@steverosse]

Thank you, Mike.

[@nokchilton1562]

Life is good and enjoy it Steve, just ignore negative comments!!

[@joseslatter9276]

Despite what you say, I think this is a good video to share. It’s miraculous when someone can make a monologue that’s longer than 5 minutes interesting. But you do! And it’s good to share miracles around. Look at the loaves and fishes, na?

[@steverosse]

Thank you, J.

[@robertwilson491]

Thank you for the spirit house wisdom regarding jealous & ignorant people. Still have to earn every word with all the writing talent in the world. Salud!

[@jgb4unme1]

I got hooked by the monologue video, so it can happen:)

[@steverosse]

Welcome and thanks, Matthew!

[@dandgresort]

Good one!

[@steverosse]

Thanks, George!

[@bchrismonks8760]

Steve, I’m happy you’re happy :-)

[@steverosse]

Thanks, B. Me too.

[@simmonds3930]

Love that Steve keeps it real

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Sim.

[@markdorpinghaus3325]

Good One !

[@steverosse]

@@markdorpinghaus3325 Thanks, Mark!

[@davidkirkeby9779]

You seem to have lived several colorful lives in your 65/66 trips around the sun. Thailand seems the perfect place to live out your dreams and act out your final chapter. It is fun to be able to tag along. Thanks for sharing.

[@steverosse]

Thank you, David. Yeah, I have a checkered employment history. A little bit of experience with a lot of things.

[@christianzins5602]

A person is responsible for their own happiness. That is one of 10 facts of life which I read from a story called "The Millionaire Next Door" by Lazlo Zalezac! It makes sense to me and I don't care about if I paid my duties or not! Be happy in your own skin! Laugh a lot because it's better than crying all the time!

[@_Alfa.Bravo_]

Good morning from Berlin

[@natesquestyouknowthatsrigh8269]

Looks awesome 🤩

[@JohnS_in_MeLbOuRnE]

Hi Steve really enjoy Grumpy Old Men, not long enough so I'm getting my fix before Sunday. Don't worry about the haters!

[@steverosse]

Thanks, J.

[@loumulkern2724]

good stuff as always Steve...

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Lou!

[@GarNelson1]

Congrats Steve on relocating to Thailand. If I had some emotion about your move, it would perhaps be envy. But not a lot of envy since I'm happily living here as well. Thanks for the viewpoints you share, I enjoy listening to them.

[@steverosse]

Thank you for watching, Gar.

[@bonewman7029]

Happy Friday Steve 🎉 Just ignore the negative and toxic comments! Enjoy life, your broccoli 🥦 and stay well in Thai Mueang, Cheers 🍻

[@steverosse]

Ignore? The trolls provide free content.

[@bonewman7029]

@@steverosse 😁

[@Baloybeach]

2 thumbs up Steve.

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Teddy.

[@bruceweber2361]

Hey Steve, I've made the comment, on two KZbin channels that love to report the predations of Thai bargirls, that when I come to Thailand for good I will be immune to such predations because I'll be living on about 40k Baht per month. This drew numerous replies stating that I will live like a pauper on that sum. One guy said I needed at least three times that much. But I know, after eleven visits to Thailand, that I will manage quite well. As time passes. I pay less and less attention to what old farangs say about Thailand, you being the exception, of course.

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Bruce. I know a guy in my town, a Dutch guy in his 50s, who spent his first twelve years in Thailand living in a cave as a forest monk. Now he gives temple tours to tourists, which of course means he's been unemployed for three years. He owns no car, no TV, no property or investments or insurance. He lives hand to mouth, and he's one of the happiest people I've ever met. Hell, my next-door neighbor is a government officer and his salary is only 12,000 Thb per month. He raises two teenagers on that. You'll do just fine on 40k.

[@bruceweber2361]

Thanks for that. I'll be coming in September, aching to walk that beach you get to see every day. Chok dee.

[@JourneyinThailand]

Good to see you happy in Thailand Steve 🙏

[@steverosse]

Thanks, J.

[@richardhughes8352]

I don’t even smoke broccoli but gall darn it when I’m in the neighbourhood in October I’m stopping by. Steve you are a true story teller! God love ya for that and I don’t even believe in God! Lol See you in October!

[@steverosse]

I'm here very day, Richard. Come take a selfie at Boontong's.

[@ersinhuseyin2731]

Good on ya Steve, always watching from Australia mate, I’ll be retiring in Thailand with my Thai wife , I admire your honesty and love Grumpy old men with Tim, I subscribe to you both and am loving your content , cheers mate and enjoy like your a king

[@steverosse]

Thanks, Ersin.

[@johnhoerner7147]

Looks amazing ! Where is turtle beach ? Just north of Phuket ? Love your videos man ! You remind me a lot of my grandfather ! Respect !

[@steverosse]

Thank you. Yes, Turtle Beach is just north of Phuket. It's name in Thai is Thai Mueang.

[@luceinbattaglia9425]

Mr Steve you’ve earned much more then the right to be happy in Thailand. Wisdom has no price. Wise reflection as usual. You’re the living proof that money can’t buy happiness; and understanding Thai culture is not an easy task for everybody!😏 I hope you enjoy your sunset today! Regards from Sicily👋😎💚🌬️💨🇹🇭p.s. I’ve read your book in a couple of days! It was a sort of addiction!😂Great book, congrats!🔝👏

[@steverosse]

Thanks Luce. Can I ask which book you read?

[@luceinbattaglia9425]

I had read leaving Thailand a memoire. I’ll buy the others as soon!🔝👏🙏🇹🇭

[@steverosse]

@@luceinbattaglia9425 Ah. I like that one. Thank you.

[@TheSwede70]

This is a great video.

[@steverosse]

Thank you, TS.

[@Hm-ky3nu]

Hi Steve. Do you plan on writing a new book? I love all your books and writings on Stickman

[@steverosse]

Thank you, Hm. Right now, creativity is purely organic for me. I cannot plan to do anything. But the YT channel takes a lot of my time, and is very satisfying. So I probably won't write any more books.

[@jameswatters9592]

Love your monologues Steve and I believe you have earned it

[@steverosse]

Thanks, James.

[@Filipinolife]

Your best commentary yet

[@steverosse]

Thank you, E.

[@steveaustin1984]

Ok. I watched it again without trying to multitask. The first thought that entered my mind was the allegory of “The Cave”. Those commentators are trapped (the prisoners’ reality). Thanks for continuing to shine the light, though the shadows confuse the ignorant.

[@steverosse]

You're being deep today, Steve. Awesome.

[@dexterday]

15,000 is more than enough. I have half that. And have a great life.

[@steverosse]

Good for you, ND. Kudos. Keep it up.

[@patrickglennon7058]

What city are you in ??

[@f.rotweiss7548]

Good morning Steve! As usual, a very moving monologue that left me with more questions than answers - what could possibly have happened to that friend of yours to end up living like that? I guess he would have amazing stories to tell - wouldn't he be a great guest to your show, as you are to Tim's? And maybe by doing so, giving him a chance to get some kinda help? Love from Bkk

[@steverosse]

Well, I'm pleased you think my narcissism would ever allow me to share my channel with anybody else. But this dear old friend is, I fear, beyond help. He would not accept any meaningful help, and his mental health is so far gone that it would take years of therapy to get him functional again. I think that what torpedoed his career in this country is his pompous arrogance and self involvement. Kinda like me.

[@lornajacksonhypnotherapist]

Love your vlogs Steve.. keep them coming.. ❤🇦🇺

[@steverosse]

Thank you, Loma.

[@stevegand]

Hooked by the monologue. A new subscriber.

[@steverosse]

Welcome! Thanks.

[@johnsgarage6622]

I like your stories Steve. Did we ever find out why the Thai with the pink bag is so popular?

[@steverosse]

I don't think he's popular, just powerful. But no, I don't know who he is.

[@donjordan8174]

If I ever get lost on a trip south (I rarely if ever drive south from Isaan)… I’ll for sure visit… and enjoy a sunset or two with broccoli …

[@steverosse]

Door's always open.

[@darrenjohner]

Re your comment about sharing a Boontong video rather than a monologue - I’m curious which type has a higher video completion rate. That’s always an important metric.

[@steverosse]

Huh. I thought I answered this yesterday. Oh well. The monologues get a higher view count, by maybe 10%. But the Boontong's videos keep half the audience all the way to the end. Again, about a ten-point difference.

[@sahpraphaphorn6240]

There is no need to do what others are doing. You must do what truly matters to you.

[@steverosse]

Truth.

[@youwatchme0808]

Thanks for that Steve, it was interesting and im sure its not just fruit of ur imagination :)

[@phuketmusicscene9008]

Nice Rant Steve 😂 I learn something new every time I watch an episode of Steve Rosse. and I can wait for the next one👍👍👍

[@steverosse]

Thanks, PMS.

[@phuketmusicscene9008]

@@steverosse btw that should have read I “can’t “ wait for the next one 👍

[@steverosse]

@@phuketmusicscene9008 We got the drift. And thanks again.

[@MyBelch]

Smoking all that broccoli is doing a number on your lungs. Perhaps you should consider an occasional bottle of Lao Khao instead.

[@steverosse]

I have a hyperacidic stomach and alcohol lights me up like a Roman candle. I can drink if I eat, like beer and pizza, or red wine and pasta. Any suggestions for what foods pair well with lao khao?

[@WalkingmanPattaya]

I just started watching you and Tim on the weekly Grumpy Old men. You are an inspiration Steve! Live Simply and be Happy in retirement says it all Broccoli is great, we used to say Cookies back in the day

[@steverosse]

It's legal here but we still have to use euphemisms on the Web. Baby steps, I guess.

[@ScottieGMusic]

I'm 29 and jealous of your life Steve your like a spirit animal guide

[@steverosse]

Don't set the bar too high, Scottie. I'm still a work in progress.

[@notinservice3724]

good morning from Canada, can you ask Tim if his engine is gas or diesel in the blue benz thanks Steve

[@steverosse]

Well, I won't see him for a couple of weeks. Why don't you just ask him?

[@richardhughes8352]

I don’t believe in saying gall darn it either! Lol

[@Jubal.Harshaw]

"Call me Ismael" are the first few words from the book Moby-Dick by Herman Melville. “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times” is a famous quote from Charles Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities America is a 'hater's' country. Expect criticism for happiness. It has often been noted that people reflect the attitudes and affects of the government which controls the country in which they live. The American government criticizes the entire globe and makes war with many, many countries and is complicit in many crimes. This idea is where the biblical 'laws of complicity" come from. Everyone in the twin towns of Sodom & Gomorrah were punished for the illicit activities though not all of them may have been directly participating. Yet, except for Lot and his family, all were killed. This is how we know that Lot and his family were NOT righteous - but saved SOLELY on the basis of G-d's relationship with Abraham. (Lot was either his brother or his nephew as the Hebrew words for these are interchangeable.) Being happy is sometimes a decision. Others will not share in this wealth. They will be angry that you are happy - and they are not.

[@steverosse]

"...It has often been noted that people reflect the attitudes and affects of the government that controls the country in which they live." Really? I've never heard of this. Can you cite a source?

[@Jubal.Harshaw]

@@steverosse You disagree?? There are many sources throughout history whereby the government has been successful at convincing the majority of its population toward war and other malfeasant ideas. (I won't even bother to mention Nazi Germany during WWII). It is more common than not and why governments wish to control all sources of written literature. The Vatican wrote the 'New Testament' in Greek to prevent the majority of the few remaining literates from reading it by printing it in a defunct language. Few spoke Greek at that time and even fewer could read Greek. Consider America's government and the success they have had at convincing over 72% of the population that Russia = malevolence and China=war. It's sort of like the OrangeMan=bad scenario when there is obvious proof against these and other ideas. Consider, for example "vaccination is good and causes no harm"... etc. Most people shout these 'ideals' from the tallest mountain because they BELIEVE the lies and reflect what the government also believes - almost by default whilst the disbelievers quietly relocate to a different country because they know there is no future in attempting to change the majority mindset which reflects the governmental behaviours and ideals. So, the majority tends to follow the beliefs, customs and actions of the "politburo" in charge and behave like them as well. (If the government is known to steal from YOU - then you are more likely to steal from the government - AND your neighbor, etc.) Mindless idiots who are largely unhappy nitwits looking for someone to blame their unhappiness on. Research? Yes, there is plenty of research on this topic. It is a part of social anthropological studies in behaviour mechanisms.

[@Beyonder1881]

the propensity for jealousy and the related need to one-up others is a disease of the hamster wheel society. Since you dropped out and don't play it tends to upset other men who spent most of their lives playing such stupid game. Continue doing your thing here Steve. Have a nice weekend.

[@steverosse]

You too, B.

[@PeterC245]

Steve , I’m yet to get into your Boontong blogs , not sure if they are my cup of tea , Re male masculinity, the most masculine male is the Australian , we shake hands , we do not embrace another male , But we adapt to situations , I’m currently in my wife’s village near Sukhothai , I carry my necessities in a sash bag around my neck , I would not be seen dead wearing that in my home town, Regards Peter

[@williamhartz8707]

When I read negative comments on your posts about your personal life, I assume these are the TRUE grumpy old men and have nothing to do in life but look at their glass as half empty instead of half full. I am in my retirement years ( after working In Thailand for over 14 years) and I am discovering I am no longer needing materialistic things to prove my happiness-I am trying to live a minimalistic lifestyle. But!!! in many Western countries you’re constantly bombarded with advertisements to “buy, buy, BUY” or peered pressured to keep up with the Joneses. Even last summer when I returned to the USA, all the seniors I hung out with were bragging about all the medicine supplements they were taking. ( Almost like one upmanship) Do they ever get detached from consumerism?

[@steverosse]

Taint easy.

[@richarddavis2791]

What a horror to watch you. as I am a fresh, young 58 year old. Is that my fate? All the physical loss without your talented mind. Where did I keep that rat poison...but then I'd miss your lamentations and anger and laugh out loud wit. Thank you, sir. Also enjoy the Col. Klink show you do.

[@SuperBotanica]

i'm not a fan of broccoli and alcohol, but tobacco is my addiction

[@rossjurecka5372]

You are lucky man , that's for sure. In Singapore, they just executed some guy for 1 kg of broccoli, believe it or not !

[@steverosse]

I believe it. They whip you for graffiti. Backwards nation.

[@teabaggins7909]

Do u live stream?

[@steverosse]

Not even sure what that is.

[@nightimermx8934]

El Paso! The home of Eddie Guerrero!

[@steverosse]

Not to be pedantic, but I'd bet there are a thousand guys in EP named Eddie Guerrero.

[@nightimermx8934]

@@steverosse 😂😂😂

[@steveaustin1984]

Hi Steve. I usually can relate or understand what you are saying, but I don’t follow what sort of comments others have made about “earning” something. I’m not sure such type of thought has ever entered my brain. Hmmm…I’ll try again. Be well.

[@steverosse]

"He buys his visa from an agent because he's poor! He'll just become a burden on Thai society as he ages. Stupid guy living on fried rice and bottled water. He makes us all look bad!" Stuff like that.

[@steveaustin1984]

@@steverosse I hope that nonsense easily goes in one ear and out the other. Enjoy your weekend brother.

[@geraldfoley7732]

Right on the beach? Next Tsunami you’re a goner

[@steverosse]

Never been a tsunami here. Never will be. The water's too deep. One reason the turtles like it here. Tsunamis only exist in shallow water.

[@kevinrummelhart]

Your getting a skinny healthy chiseled look!…

[@_Alfa.Bravo_]

... just 6-7kg overweight with a BMI of 27 DOUBBLES the risk of diabetes. So I'd say Steve looks healthy!

[@steverosse]

@@_Alfa.Bravo_ My chest x-ray would argue with that, but I appreciate your kind words.

[@steverosse]

Well, I had to have all my molars extracted in my 40s, so I do have that waif-like sunken-cheeked look.

[@kevinrummelhart]

@@steverosse Beach life has been good for you!

[@steverosse]

@@kevinrummelhart Amen, Brother.

[@siamiam4306]

Cool digs. Where is this Turtle Beach ? I might b searching for a remote local myself in a year.

[@steverosse]

Phang Nga province, on the Andaman Coast.

[@siamiam4306]

@@steverosse Great area. I did the whitewater, waterfall, ATV and monkey monkey cave temple excursion last Feb there. Nice quiet vibes.

[@steverosse]

@@siamiam4306 I appreciate your attention and comment, but what white water and monkey cave is near me? Never heard of such a thing around here.

[@siamiam4306]

@@steverosse It was a Phang Nga day excursion I got from a kiosk in Phuket. Wat Suwan is 12mi. from central Phang Nga. I don't recall name of river. I fancied the area and it was a relief to ditch Patong for a day. We changed our hotel to Surin next day.

[@raycatlin3554]

Gr8t to see another post Steve . By you appearing on T N T, Both channels Should benefit . Great exposure for both ! I saw this last episode & enjoyed the hell out of it , subscribed to T N T last yr. i-s-h . ? ? Why the ' time limit - thing ' . .when all is flowing rather well ! Let'er Rip ! The ' Tale ' Must be Told ! * When Paul & Baby Mae from the Philippines came to Thailand & he met You ( last year ) . I subscribed to yer channel . Paul's situation is always improving as well. He' s in good health & a Newly Wed , Again ! * As far as the '' imitation Crab meat '' = ' Authors ' . ., I smartassed a moment & decided they would - be - better - suited to - be - considered . .'' Ar - thurz '' . 🙃 As far as the outcome of the Final condition of the turtle shell consider a '' Turtle Temple '' , ' memorial ' of sorts 🤔, & alwayz in Boontong's village . 🛖🏝 . . .'' food for thought '' , . .lube for the ' idea - wheel ' 🧠 ⬅brain = Aby Normal = Young FrankenStein . ( Reclaimed lighters for colored beams , borders , furniture , swings , loungers ,tables glued to walls = counter tops ? 👋. . . 👋 Enjoy the sunset ~ ⛲

[@steverosse]

Thank you, Ray.

[@learnenglishphuketlearneng6819]

too tramadol? Yeah, he's friendless. I was his 2nd visitor in ten yrs. I told you all this and ya plagiarizing. Extraordinary, again