Some traditional Thai ladies seek marriage partners from abroad for the desire and interest in western culture, and for economic reasons. This is where many misconceptions begin about Thai ladies. Foreign men have greatly contributed to the degradation and moral decay of traditional values among some Thai ladies simply by creating this seemingly endless demand for the sex trade. The phenomenon has exploded over the past fifty years or so, and today it is the major contributor to the epidemic of sexually transmitted diseases in all of Asia, and the rest of the world for that matter.

It is a major source of resentment among the general Thai population and creates this love hate ambiance between the tourist trade and the Thai people. It is a problem, and I feel it to a degree in my day-to-day interaction with some of the people. There is also that dark side of human behavior displayed as ignorance associated with racism that is alive and well in Thailand. It’s a popular theme between rival Thai ethnic groups, but ‘farangs’ can easily get snubbed, too.

Nevertheless, most Thai ladies adhere to traditional values, and under the proper circumstances, both the sincere foreign men seeking brides and the traditional Thai ladies seeking husbands can and do find each other. With the almighty buck as a go between and the growing number of matchmaker ‘shopping cart’ agencies, sometimes it can present a real challenge. I personally became quite well versed on the subject, as the thought of seeking Ms. Right-Thai-Girl really appealed to me. I can only offer a word of caution to suitors. The quest for true love and companionship can amount to a seemingly endless trek through mucky waters, but for many a journey well rewarded. I know many foreign men who have married Thai ladies and are very happy they did. I am one of them, and I cannot begin to fully express in words how it has transformed my life. Contrary to popular belief, most Thai ladies would prefer to remain in Thailand, as the family bond is quite strong. 

Strongly believing in the traditions and customs, Thai people are quite colorful with their concept of the spirit KHUN (spirit or soul) that is entrenched in much ritual and ceremony on the special occasions of their lives. The KHUN is invisible and untouchable, but it is noticeable by ‘feelings.’ Bai Sri Su Khun, for example is a ritual activity that increases ones mental strength. The Bai Sri means auspicious rice, a symbol of ‘lives’ related ceremony. There are several of these traditions that are celebrated as national holidays in Thailand. Perhaps at some point, I can further elaborate on the subject of Thai traditions and more about the rich history of Siam.

There are numerous unique Thai art paintings, fine crafts, and items of antiquity on the paradisemoon.com website, and we are currently shooting DV clips of some exotic romantic locations and items of interest to share on-line under that elusive paradisemoon. Because of my personal experience in finding the Girl In My Dreams, we made a decision to put a link on the paradisemoon.com website to pass on some of our experience, strength and hope on the subject of love and romance unde that elusive paradisemoon. Through a network of personal contacts and friends, we choose to offer a ‘one on one’ introduction network for sincere individuals seeking love and romance. Those who choose the shopping cart services and beer-bar girls need not apply. 

So, upward and onward as they say, and I hope these thought and reflections will impact someone, somewhere, to ‘stop and smell the roses’ in life, and ‘Make It A Happy Day’.

Drop me line if you are headed this way, because I’ll probably stay. 

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