You Marry Family in Thailand
Bunkhun, blood ties, and why your Thai partner will always put family first You Marry Family in Thailand Introduction I’ve lived in Thailand for twenty…
Culture Shock
Toy Storms Upstairs
Toy Storms UpstairsDerek speaks his mind about their relationship, then doubts himself. Toy walks away without a word. What happens next will surprise you.INTRODUCTIONDerek and…
Expat Clubs
Derek’s Disdain for Expat Clubs in Chiang Mai Derek continues discussing his friends’ reactions to their lives in Thailand. He enjoys chatting with Brits, Americans,…
I Never Looked Back
Derek returns to England, resigns from work, divides marital assets, then flies back to Chiang Mai and Toy After a western style dinner-dance with Toy,…
Burning My Boats
Derek faces culture shock, costly habits, and a hovering daughter — but marries Toy anyway. Burning My Boats Derek worries he won’t see Michael again…
Spending Time at Toy’s School
Cruel Words from His Ex-Wife, Cruel Words from His Boss Spending Time at Toy’s School Derek describes his Christmas in Thailand, helping at Toy’s school….
Feeding The Cat
Planning a Future Under Pressure Feeding The Cat Derek describes Toy and Kanya’s modest home and nearby Chiangmai Sports Stadium. He begins to realise that…
Talking To My Son
Health Restored, Meeting My Son, and Back to Toy Talking to my son. Derek receives good news from his doctor — his heart tests are…