"Bob" wrote in message
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On Jun 11, 1:48 am, Bruce wrote:

Bruce, excellent post.

I have one question. With the bugs, heat, visitor/in-transit
requirments, why did you chose that area compared to any other spot in
the world?

Bob, I guess you have neverbeen to Thailand. I lived for a number of years
in Japan and truly loved it, but I think I am changing over to loving
Thailand a bit more. Plus the food is great.

Leanne

On Jun 11, 9:22 am, "Leanne" wrote:
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Bob, I guess you have neverbeen to Thailand. I lived for a number of years
in Japan and truly loved it, but I think I am changing over to loving
Thailand a bit more. Plus the food is great.

Leanne

Hi Leanne:

Very true, never been in that area. That is why I asked. I have fished
with a group out of hakodate Hokidio for a while. Interesting guys.
food was good if ya liked boiled snails, pacific cod testical soup,
and bering sea sculpin head soup. Ummm.

So what is so enjoyable about that area. I was talking to John Holmes
ex girlfriend who lived there for a while in the 80s. She seemed to
like it too. so what gives? What kept you there?

Bob

Hi Leanne:

Very true, never been in that area. That is why I asked. I have fished
with a group out of hakodate Hokidio for a while. Interesting guys.
food was good if ya liked boiled snails, pacific cod testical soup,
and bering sea sculpin head soup. Ummm.

So what is so enjoyable about that area. I was talking to John Holmes
ex girlfriend who lived there for a while in the 80s. She seemed to
like it too. so what gives? What kept you there?

I have been all over the country and loved the people and food. Everything
is rather laid back,
but not as bad as in Central America. My last trip was the first time in
Phuket. If I was 20 years
younger, I think I could very easily settle there. Nice climate, cost of
living good and top
medical available.

Leanne