Suporting a Thai wife or girlfriend and her Family (sin-sod)

[@JoeHamelin]

And this is why you are a good husband. My wife died in January and since then I've been sending money to her sister every month to make sure she has enough to get by. I take care of her daughter and grandchildren because they are family. I don't make a lot of money but a hundred here and a hundred there can really help out other people. Buying my step-grandchild a load of kitchenware for her first apartment is so much better than spending it on a night of sushi. This is what a man does.

[@notime2bsad]

Awesome thanks for sharing

[@huppithai]

she makes party with your money

[@Delekham]

@@huppithai I tend to disagree with you, my wife is from Issan, she would never allow this to happen! I only have one thing to say! TY Joe for being a father, even if it might hurt you!

[@huppithai]

@@Delekham Yes you are right I live in Issan,there are the party families but there are others who take care and spend the money for useful things.

[@aeroAdvocate]

Why can't her sister get a job? You know... like every other person in the world?

[@LarryFournillier]

Chuck, you and Paige are a wonderful couple and you guys have a great relationship. Also, the relationship you have with in-laws is superb. In addition, what you guys do with your money is your business and nobody else's.

[@168meister]

Well said, people are just jealous and dont want others to be happy if they r not

[@JayLampang]

Hi Chuck, my name is Jay, I was born in Thailand. My mom's home is in Lampang. My stepfather met my mom in udontani during in the early 70s during the Vietnam, they were married in lampang in 1975. After the war, we were station at Kirkland Air Force base in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I have been here now for 43 years and I have been yearning to come to thailand to retired someday. Life here in USA is okey, but sometime I get homesick of wanting to come back to thailand sooner, but just like you I will set my goal and planning to come back to thailand. All your vlog inspired me to be happy and to keep my head up day by day, because life is not wasting away on daily grinds and unhappy of the things you don't want to do anymore. Life is to give things or make stuffs to others, so that their happiness is what makes us happy in return. You and Paige make a great couple and I can see both of you guys are always happy about life. Keep going Chuck you guys are AWESOME. Sawadee kap.

[@notime2bsad]

Jay Stemple Thanks Jay for the awesome comment. I am happy you enjoy and can relate to our content. I had a very stressful life in America as well. Very Happy now.

[@nello7066]

Dear jay, you are right that in life we have to give, but let's say that 70% Thai relationships is based on money. When you meet someone that is poor and you love for what she is without thinking about if she got money or not, I think that from the other side have to be the same. Thai culture it's only based on money and face, and you know that. Western culture maybe in different way it's quite similar but in Thai culture relationship between western and Thai it's only based on money.

[@sunnyliampetch511]

HI JAY. IF YOU STILL KNOW FAMILY IN THAILAND, GO VISIT THEM. THEY WOULD BE SO HAPPY TO SEE YOU. I BEEN IN USA SINCE 1979 AND I WAS ONLY 12 YEARS OLD. I WENT BACK IN 2012 FOR THE FIRST TIME WAS SO DIFFERENT THAN I REMEMBER. NOTHING WAS THE SAME. NOWADAY 7 ELEVEN IS EVERYWHERE.

[@JaiMaJames]

you are awesome and your heartfelt contributions priceless!! Thank You!!!

[@notime2bsad]

It is okay, negative people helps remind me to be a better person. YOU GET WHAT YOU GIVE IN LIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ThaiTastic]

And so much more, the law of attraction never seizes to amaze me

[@wayneballintine9532]

notime2bsad Dont take any notice of the haters and jelouse arses mate ive got a beautifull little thai wife in australia its give and take in a relationship mate you get back what you give 10 fold and im a giver to mate.

[@lalkumar9655]

Well you make more hopeful and positive about my future. I hope to retire in Asia one day after my kids graduate. Regardless, I am getting a Truck and enjoying life, who knows where you end up, but as long as the journey is fun and positive, its all good.

[@konwipachamroensat5467]

notime2bsad I admired what u said chuck

[@lalkumar9655]

Damn right, people reap what they sow and attract what they are! You are positive and you have attracted us positive lot, don't worry about spoilers. They click and carry on clicking but we enjoy your vlogs.

[@chriscrookson8524]

Hey Chuck! I think you have a wonderful attitude on this subject both with regards to Family life in Thailand (and the rest of the World) and the people who get off on making unpleasant and derogatory comments. Kindness and giving to others is the true path to happiness and contentment and expecting anything in return, makes it conditional, and not a true act of kindness. People keep coming back to watch your channel because you're a sincere, humble and kind person. Keep those videos coming!

[@stephen897]

Mate you really do talk so much sense, no nonsense to the point sence, it's so refreshing, loving your vlogs, hope one day to bump into you, I'll happily buy you a beer

[@wobba79]

Also may I say I very much enjoyed coming back to this. I like the every now and then "sit down with Chuck" where you talk to us like we are there and you give us your perspective on a topic. Thank you Chuck & keep up the good work mate!

[@wytchend]

You guys are amazing. It’s a tricky subject which evokes a great deal of emotion in people. But you tackled it well, sympathetically, calmly. Love watching your content Chuck. May your happiness continue for many, many years. Regards Tony

[@lyradm1]

Chuck, I really enjoy your efforts. You are really cool guy. Dying breed. In four years I will retire in Thailand and hope I have as much good fortune as you.

[@pauladams5764]

Chuck, like u I live in Thailand and been married to my wife for more than 20 yrs. You are spot on.Either u live here and say this is my family or forget it

[@lalkumar9655]

You nailed it Chuck, the freeloaders are the haters. Self respect is everything and you have tons of respect. Nice person will always have haters, but we are here for you 369+ vs -13 sums it up. So the 13 should share their life and let others see what sort of person they are. Thank you for sharing with us :)

[@Michael1951j3]

I like your attitude and appreciate the fact you don't take your critics to serious.

[@DUMBLIESCOM]

20 years married to Filipina and I heard all the money stories when we hooked up so I was way over paranoid about money. Quick I realized that family is the big deal and when my wife is happy my life is fantastic. I retired ten years ago, my wife moved up to high level management so now we spend her money. Accept that what you spend will be returned with a wonderful life and family and much joy every day.

[@notime2bsad]

Thank you for sharing....

[@Gomesgirl]

I said this before, I knew that you are a real man. Amazing man

[@KorumEmrys]

Chuck, I recently found your Videos and have listened to you. You sound to be a easy going happy kind guy who loves his wife and her family, now your family. TO HELL WITH ANYONE AND EVERYONE WHO CANT BE HAPPT FOR YOUR HAPPINESS. I CANT WAIT TO VISIT AND MAYBE LIVE IN THAILAND. I Hope To Find The Kind Of Happiness and Contentment You Have. Stay Strong Live Long, Open Minded Never Blinded!!! Best Wishes to You and Paige and Your Families!!!

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks

[@JohnMiller-ex5ok]

Very thoughtful and well said!!!

[@FarangLifestyle]

Some farang are stuck in their ways of living in an area full of tourism and sometimes corruption, hence a negative attitude. People that come to Thailand and live in the "real" rural Thailand away from the tourist traps get the true Thailand experience.

[@ivornappinion9406]

Very true

[@tmtp76]

How can you judge what is really true Thai experience from the city, countryside to the go go bars its all Thai.

[@lloydbaltazar1095]

You’re wrong, both are Thai experiences.

[@Delekham]

That is what I want! A Rural life, one where I am free to get things wrong and be laughed at for these thoughts. I love Thailand!

[@livinginthailand7487]

You'll never please everyone Chuck. I've been married to 3 UK women and each one cost me a fortune during the marriage and at the end after working hard in the army and often working 60+ hours/week as a civilian. I've now been with my Thai girlfriend almost 5 years, built a house, granny flat for her mother, bought a pick-up, motorbikes etc. I don't give a rats arse what other people think, I'm living my life for me, my girlfriend and her family. Rural life is great as I get to do what I want, when I want.. I often buy in food and drink and have impromptu parties with the locals and never expect anything in return. I've kicked out all the negative people in my life and feel great for doing so. I've seen the bad side of Thai women that have/are playing their foreign boyfriends and husbands but also the same in reverse. To me, money is unimportant as long as I can afford a few beers a day then I'm happy. That said, I'm comfortably off here and my military pension provides me with enough income but I quite willingly give most of that to my girlfriend. I got bored with her asking for money for this, that and the other so I gave her what I thought we could live on then raised it steadily until she no longer asks lol. Anyway, there's my two penneth worth, keep up the good work. I occasionally post some things on KZbin so feel free to take a look. Nothing fancy though😆

[@notime2bsad]

Thanks Wayne. we only have one life..... We served our time now it is time to choose our path to happiness . Thanks for your service. You deserve Happiness.......

[@rond2724]

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[@backdoorbursta2866]

Living in Thailand you ‘get to do what I want, when I want....’ That’s probably why you have 3 ex wives.

[@edinkorat1296]

Thank you Chuck for saying this about the Sin-Sod. I found a Thai woman in Korat that I fell in love with, after we committed to each other she asked me to pay sin-sod to her mother. I asked how much she said 1000 thb a month (30.00 US) I told her yes I will pay it. these people are very nice and are poor rice farmers in Yasothon. I pay with pride. I also suport her with 100.00 us a week to help her. Thanks for doing this Video.

[@edinkorat1296]

By the way moving to Korat in January, 7, 2018

[@RobertPaulson4221]

Ed, I'm not sure what your financial situation is, but I am considering marrying a Thai woman. Are Thai women reluctant to leave their families and move to the US? If you married a Thai woman, would she expect you to move there? Thanks in advance for your insights.

[@billybillyturbo1815]

That's amazing and cheaper than western women lol I'd like to freind request u on fb if possible want to move to Thailand

[@trevorjory3002]

Hi like your blog , your attitude and your outlook,. I have been married here to my Thai wife for 10 years living in Chiang Mai, with her 2 daughters, and find that giving as much as I do has made my life so rich in so many ways, wouldn't swap this for anything, ..enjoyyyyyyyyyyyyy.

[@dangusa8766]

Sin-sod is a dowery that , in Thailand, is the offering treasure to the bride family. It’s to show appreciation for having been raised their daughter well enough to be your bride. It’s to show gratitude. In Thailand a person with no gratitude is consider a bad person. All children in Thailand were growing up embracing the mentality of being a well gratify person. The well gratify person is the person who take good care of his or her parents.

[@AreeyaKKC]

Notime2bsad. I'm American and have a Thai fiancé. We watch your videos always and compare them to our relationship. We see a lot of similarities. She's isan and a nurse. We never have money issues and last 3 years never had an argument. Keep up the awesome videos

[@ianholmes1472]

Great video. Thank you for a dose of the reality and truth

[@josephstranaghan1213]

What a great way of looking at life. Your happiness seems genuine good for you. Really enjoy your vids by the way.

[@t.q.6639]

Sin-sod is an old tradition that's been around in Thailand. Long ago, bride & groom didn't even meet prior to their wedding day. Sin-sod given by the groom is a promise that he will show up to the wedding regardless of how attractive the bride is :) Now a days, sin-sod is used as an appreciation gift to the bride's family for taking care of her all these years & allowing the groom to marry their daughter. Sin-sod is used in all classes of Thailand. How much sin-sod is appropriate depends on the status of the bride's family, education, etc. Basically, her family can ask for any amount. Sometimes the amount may be high if the parents don't approve of the future son-in-law just to discourage him. But sometimes the parents may ask for a high amount knowing it's a lot more than what the potential groom have to see if he is very serious, and is willing to work hard to save up in order to provide for their daughter. Some family will give the sin-sod back to the couple to start out their new life together. Along with sin-sod, there's also an engagement gift. This is assets that will go directly to the bride for her to keep. Basically it's a way for the groom to show how much he values her as his bride. Sorry, long explanation but I hope this help clarify the tradition of sin-sod.

[@notime2bsad]

T. Q. No... Thanks for that we'll thought out explanation. I love to read some facts. I don't always put to many facts other than my experiences, unless requested. Wonderful.

[@angelrifart8127]

Yes, the thing to come back to the bride is jewelry such as gold rings, gold rings

[@dragonfly1414]

T.Q Spot on sound like Chinese tradition too but except my mom ask just the right amount in the US.

[@PaulBengtsson]

I'm in contact with a Thai from Isan. Shes been maried 2 times. The first, with a thai, he didn't pay any Sin-sod. The second, with a Danish man, he paid 200.000 bath. Is Sin-sod more a Isan thing? Thats what someone told me.

[@yotakayotaka]

Paul Bengtsson Sin-sod is for all Thais, not only Isan.

[@defender133]

Chuck, You rock!... keep doing what you do... hope to meet you in Thailand one day.. enjoy the gift you were given.

[@jcolson19]

Nice to hear your thoughts

[@stevencoleman6835]

Hi Chuck, hi Paige. I have only just subscribed to your channel but i love what you are doing and the attitude that you bring to the viewing public. WOW, it's a breath of fresh air. I am really considering the move (not just yet) and watching all of the practicalities as well as the dream. I'm and English guy living in Australia (QLD) but Thailand has really taken me. I will continue to watch what you do and be informed by your unbiased comments I wish you and your family continued health and happiness. I am sure i'll be joining this lifestyle in the coming future. Steve Coleman.

[@RE-sx6sg]

I agree that giving is good BUT there are tons of examples of (usually older) men who marry Thai women whose marriage ends just as soon as the $$$ runs out. This isn’t a difficult topic to comprehend.

[@johngodfrey2353]

Keep preaching and keep looking at life in Thailand through your rose tinted glasses good luck amd let's hope your fairytale story never ends....

[@user-xh1rc2ng5r]

Love watching your vids.....thanks for sharing! Being a foreigner, you adapt so well with the Thai culture.

[@barryisland3349]

It takes more of a man to be a good Man ..well done you for being respectful to others..I'm a strong believer in what goes around comes around

[@jorge2861]

Keep doing what you doing. You love your wife and she loves you. Her family loves you and will take care of you as well. Keep sending them videos. Thank you for your positive actitude.

[@trekreview]

Giving is a good thing and people should do more of that. But when you make all the money sometimes the wife and family can ask for too much. Not your situation but the situation of a lot of farangs in Thailand. I gave and gave but it was never enough because I didn't have a good Thai wife. So YES I am a little bitter and knew when to shut the funds down when a request was unreasonable. I do think if you buy things that are not in your name you are setting yourself up for disaster if the relationship goes south. The main reason your situation is different is your wife is good but not all of us are so lucky. She also has money already this is HUGE. If she didn't have money your situation could be far different.

[@bluesky5587]

Really really great vlog. Chuck... so interesting thanks for listing it.

[@JIKAUS]

Hey Chuck, you are a wonderful man. I love your balanced thoughts about relationship. I appreciate your thoughts to be a giver not taker. It is also wise to help the in laws if they are needy ones and you can afford that happily. Keep it up your good work and life style.

[@eddiesevazlian]

Chuck you are absolutely right, nothing is wrong in what you are doing like give or take, you are married and share and share alike I guess there re many jealous people who envy your style of life, so keep on doing and commenting your trips as you do now, it is nice to know...thumbs up to you :)

[@James-cn9no]

Good for you, Chuck. Insightful. Inspirational.

[@WildHunter7]

Well said Chuck. My wife is Thai as well. I get the same comments and worry from people. Her and I help out her family in Thailand too. They are very grateful. When we go to visit in Thailand though they treat me extremely well. such great people.

[@skeller009]

Hey Chuck, don't worry about what other people think. Consider yourself lucky to be with welcoming family. You are a good person and understanding the culture and tradition. Enjoy life with Paige and Thailand. Keep posting and be happy 😊.

[@StarlightGazer-pv3qx]

💯👍 I'm you and your wife's best fan since I started watching 😊 Keep making videos 👍

[@LandofSmilesThailand]

Great great video and advice. simon

[@littleworldchannel]

Thanks for the video

[@barryelworthy9280]

Hi Chuck Barry here from Brisbane Australia loved your videos very good I started watching your videos because you are down to earth and you are a giver just like me what I have I give to my girlfriend. I just got myself a Thai girlfriend which started me on a new journey I love what you do in Thailand and how you live your life I’m very jealous I wish you all the best with Paige and everything. We are trying to get to Thailand in January if all the planes are operating by then. Somewhere near ( outside Isan think ? ).

[@ChopperChops]

Sin sod and partner support A subject guaranteed where people with opposing views will never reach agreement

[@jlh8883]

The people who complain about your business... Need to mind there own.. You two look extremely happy and keep on doing your life chuck your a great man brother.

[@maocat6606]

Chuck, i dunno y this video suddenly popped up on my feed. I'm a new subscriber since u visited sg. My thoughts were that u r so lucky to be able to go on holidays n come back to a clean house n a meal ready. Also kara is lucky as Paige's parents will support her taking care of her mum in law. Enhoy d warmth of your family n pity those who dont appreciate it cuz they never had it!

[@jimjanota1]

I enjoy your videos and thank you for sharing your experiences.

[@billkeas7326]

Thank you for this Chuck

[@dannytang6671]

Browsing..... thru 2017. Very amazing intro keep up the good work..chuck😄

[@JediMasterZanetti]

We are really enjoy your video. Another Thai and foreigner couple, living in Thailand now.

[@marvin2554]

I thoroughly enjoy watching the interaction between you and your wife along with your family. You and I think a lot alike about being a giving person. I like the feeling of giving and being able to help someone out whether they need/want it or not. I'm more uncomfortable in accepting something back.

[@JohnMiller-ex5ok]

Well said Mate...great that you took the time to share this part of your life with us!!!!!

[@joycemurray5618]

What a beautiful relationship. You have a wonderful loving family.May God continue to bless you and your wife and your kind mother and father on law. Your story warmed my heart.Haters need to go somewhere and sit down.

[@notime2bsad]

Thank you Joyce. In life, I believe you get back what you give.

[@Cyberoverdose888]

I happened to come across this vlog. Very informative but more importantly, I really enjoy listening to you tell your side of thailand culture as it equates to your thinking. Always with a different set of eyes and with a third ear who/that listens to others and thinks of their fellowman or in this case your in-laws. Wouldn't you know, that you get along with your inlaws, something that isn't "normal" in the US?...Thanks Chuck, always a great vid.

[@mahilalgamage9827]

Man, you're becoming a rare-breed in this age of take,take,take.and meanness. Don't feel guilty about living at their place. Obviously you're doing the decent thing, buying stuff for the house and all. Main thing is not to let the haters get under your skin ! Seems like your old couple brought you up to be a responsible, kind person and god bless them.

[@madmarvcr]

In American, sin-sod is a $10k+ diamond engagement ring.

[@charlesolney2391]

Chuck, I think the same as you do. It's always the takers that worry about being taken! 555! We givers give because it's in our hearts to give. Simple enough. Thanks for your vlogs! - Charles

[@notime2bsad]

Thank you for getting it. You always get back in life what you give.

[@tobyprice1092]

I lived in my wife's family's house for 13 years until we had money to build our own and save enough in case I lost my job. There were 11 family in the house with 2 toilets. Now we have our own house with my daughter and nephew living there. Everything is in her name but after 15 years together I think I know her by now. I live in a rural area of Chonburi. Even though it's Chonburi its really in the sticks. No restaurant or bars. I love it and could not be happier. I was 32. Never looked back.

[@heartfirefilm1787]

Beautiful and tranquil place for a video. Reminds me a bit of the small gardens,though not as large or ornate, of the Chiang Puak Hotel in Chiang Mai.

[@FuzionTR]

real question is, did you test out the outdoor sink behind you? lol great vid, stay positive.

[@notime2bsad]

FuzionTR lol This is a meditation area in the temple. I guess it is to cool off or clean up from sweat.

[@SATDIVEROO]

Another great video. You are one happy family! People tend to look negatively on cultures they don’t understand! Also I really like your attitude about not wanting to be a freeloader. Great insights, keep up the great work!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@tomofnorthcal]

Thanks Chuck for explaining the reality of your life and sin-sod. I can tell that your wife loves you by the way she smile around you. My Thai girl friend smiles when she is around me, too. I think I want to move to Thailand, too.

[@engteng123able]

Chuck, I like watching your video when I go to Thailand next year I would like to meet you.

[@Sunburst75]

Your comments about Sinsod and comparing it to the cost of marriages/rings in the west are well made, whatever people think about Sinsod. I'm afraid women cost money everywhere, not just in Asia. You're also right that not everyone in Thailand wants to bleed you dry, because everyone's different, but let's be honest......that does happen sometimes but not just in Asia. Women in the West are the real experts at bleeding men dry :-)

[@darasvlogs]

Sir, loved your videos, I am, from India and I find you very genuine person, your video has sincerety and you are so honest with your opinions. I find such characteristics very inspirational

[@rd1965a]

Thanks Chuck. You explained this far more ably than I ever have.

[@PSK66az]

Chuck, very well said in all respects. My 1st was American, my 2nd was Phillipino (due to pregnancy, wrong reason to get married), and 3rd and last is Thai. Most complainers or critiques are shallow and materialistic. A wise friend once said, you'll never feel richer than when you can help other people. I think sinsod is mis-understood here, it applies to Thai's and Farangs as well. My wife's 2 daughters have long time boyfriends and the girls have said the guys are worried about sinsod due to the house we built. Many outsiders have closed minds and ways, I ignore them and let them have their own opinions. Stay happy and positive.

[@budzfloor]

Lovely said

[@justinthebeau7841]

This is good post Chuck nice to see you put the takers in their places its the same place everywhere

[@qorn5287]

Thank you Chuck for this video. I have a Thai fiance and I was having trouble understanding the culture. Thank you for this and all your videos!!!!

[@dorjesamdup1136]

you have great outlook on life. With your attitude towards life, you will be a happy person and people around you will be happy too.

[@jjc9327]

Hi Chuck, i live in the philippines and it's the same here. i think so many men got cheated so that's why so many men are saying these things. i have a girl friend for three years my girl friends family are very poor. i built them a small two bedroom home. they are great people. so i understand what your saying. i love Thailand we visit 2-3 times a year. we are going to chiang mai tmrw for a week. i retired at 49 been retired 11 years and i love it. take care

[@notime2bsad]

billy johnson thanks for watching.

[@masonryjoe]

You and your wife have a wonderful family, I'm jealous and happy for you at the same time , Jealousy has many horrible faces. So like the song says "I smile and wave !" Keep up the good videos and I'm raising my glass of coconut water to you and yours ;-) Cheers !

[@jamaciadog5603]

Chuck, I think what bothers these haters the most is that they see that you are living life as you wish and you are happy. While they live in their mothers basement and can't afford to do anything so the only entertainment they have in their miserable life is to sit behind a keyboard in their boxer shorts and attack others. You have chosen you destiny, and are happy. They have chosen theirs, so more misery to them. Tell the family hello.

[@notime2bsad]

LMAO. We have the same vision. Reminds me of the movie Wedding Crashers. "Mom where is the meat loaf!!!!!"

[@randallcook9866]

Chuck...your videos have reminded me how much I miss Thailand. I was there in 74-75 at Takhli and Korat. The Thais are very beautiful people, very friendly and I never found a place where I can say different. Thanks for these videos...please keep them coming.

[@notime2bsad]

Thank you sir. Love it here.

[@craigross341]

I always think that i) help which facilitates other things, or ii) pays big and obvious dividends, is very different from iii) chucking money at "new ventures", and iv) consumer goods. If someone already fixes motorcycles or they farm, and they've done it for years, then buying them some tools is almost certainly going to work. A solar panel that drives a fan or a pump is almost certainly a win. But financing a restaurant for someone who has never run one probably won't work. And handbags and phones are a bottomless pit, and the desire for them is never a great sign.

[@richpoliska8994]

sin-sod is a very personal matter to discuss. You explained it well and thank you again for sharing so much of your personal feelings to people you do not even know. Please email me with a way to communicate that is NOT open to public. Thanks Chuck.

[@notime2bsad]

Email is in the link below the video thanks.

[@harrywolfgang6001]

Well said. Happiness is doing for others. Joy in seeing others happy. Karma will always be love connecting to and helping others.

[@smig72]

Great outlook chuck, all the best to you and your family

[@dennisblom2426]

As I listen to you, I find that my thinking, reflections and attitude are in full sync with yours regarding the Thai culture. I have been with my Thai better half for 6 years now, having a home in Thailand but still working not far from Thailand. I have never looked at the material things I had / have are primarily for me and am only too happy to contribute toward their well being.

[@Angeliccooke]

Good for you i hope you are super happy.

[@buddy1968100]

Keep doing what you are doing my friend.I can see in your and your wife's eyes that your happy and that is worth everything.give all that you have.

[@robertmaddelena7890]

Hey thanks enjoyed that. Very helpful.New subscriber Bob from Florida

[@stingerfire]

When you know that when you give you receive, you're always happy , peaceful... Bless

[@bc7784]

Greetings from Missouri USA, your a good man and I think just as you do. You have to look in the mirror and like whom is looking back.

[@frankjames1945]

Great video it's a wise man who doesn't listen to negative people and takes care of his family

[@legambaz]

You don't owe this video to anyone. Very big of you to even share this.

[@flaviln]

Good attitude Chuck, it will keep you happy and sane !!!

[@donparham2608]

I understand and support you. I also have the best Thai in-laws who treat me as if I was their blood son. It’s sad to hear all the negative comments. All we can do is pray for them. Keep your head up.

[@thecountdown4402]

I have a girl in Thailand that i want to marry someday and, anytime I need info I find my self searching through your videos looking for the one that applies to info I need :) thank you Chuck and Paige!!!!!!

[@michaelwhite3615]

Don’t disagree with your approach and situation, however there are Thai families that see a farang as an ATM and a means to improve their social status.

[@vilaikraisornkovit8740]

I agree with you and you are a good ❤️

[@MisterMitchMM]

What was that music you played at the end of your video? It sounds so familiar.

[@naren2k6]

Paige comes from well to do family from Issan, most people in Issan are not so wealthy.

[@travelingman9763]

You have common and ethical sense! Many or some Thais are not like the ones in her family though! They will take and lie to get ahead like the ones you described. My wife and I cut several family members and friends out for lying about her and my money. Many are prone to abandoning their kids and we took care of two children for almost one year while her mom suckered us out of money and then split all together. my wife gets upset when most Thais increase prices whenever not posted after seeing my face. She agrees most are dishonest! My wife is like your wife and her family but her family and ex friends are con artists.

[@notime2bsad]

Traveling man Yes I think a lot of people think this way. We stay away from people like this also along with negative people. But we have to recognize it and just accept it for who they are.

[@travelingman9763]

Truths are always solutions! The U.S is far more dishonest and corrupt to be fair! As a History buff too like you,I see how all is connectable .

[@buzzy1011]

i like these talks chuck.... very informative.... im interested in a thai woman there and am going to retire there in a year or so... so im doing as much research as i can and trying to learn the language.. here in the usa before i go there.... and joe hamelin...sorry about your wife.... sounds like you were a good husband as well....... keep up the good work chuck... and tell page i said hi....

[@Mai-cq9ep]

Thank you for your explanation .It's good information for one who wants to get married with Thai girl and you'll become a thai family member.luckily you have a nice family ,you love their daughter that means you become their son.

[@PS-gm7vg]

Hey Chuck and Paige! I've watched a ton of your vids, am a vet too but way younger lol...44... Funny I was just in South East Asia met a girl and completely understand where ur coming from in this video...it's cool u take the time to try to explain the situation to people I guess that's the responsibility of the vlogger..... What is the usual sin-son amount farangs should give to families? Does it vary? Or is it what u can afford? Lol I met a great girl from Bangkok when I was there in Feb/march...never felt like she wanted my money, but I could see how much farther my retirement/disability income could go if I committed fully to this girl... Of course she wants me to move in with her and her family, etc...but it's just such a different dynamic there in Thailand....u do a great job showing that, and wow ur a lucky guy....!! Paige does seem like a sweet gal.. If I come back I plan to do an Issan tour, maybe we will stop and say hi!