That is so sad. I loved my trip to Thailand. Such nice people and interesting sites. Corrupt officials ruin everything for everyone everywhere...

I really thought about staying and trying to live their fulltime because of the cost of living and great food. Now I am glad I didn't since I would have needed a job/business for income. Maybe in the future when I have enough space bucks I could reconsider, but then again I would probably get screwed on owning property or renting. Oh well perhaps the next place I visit will be even better and more expat friendly... plenty of life left to live.