[jeraveike]

I've never really worked in Thailand YET, but all I have to say is prepare for the weather if you're going to move to Thailand. Don't get me wrong it's a great place, but sometimes I prefer the U.S.

[Opinion_counts]

On Bangkokpost there is a collection of stories about the experiences of a Farang woman who stayed 4 years in Bangkok. It seems that she was immersed in the lives of "real Thais" -as you put it- and she writes quite interestingly. If you didn't read it yet, it may be worth a look.

Kat's Window

[prpaims]

Raphaela28, dont know if it will help but here is the e-mail address of a professional woman working in BK. She is also from the UK and is a wonderful person and Im sure she would be happy to provide any info. anjelas@bnh.co.th , you may want to mention Todd from Canada/Hua Hin

[Aw1HhC0m]

You might also be interested in a view from a Thai girl:

"This is a live diary written by a Thai girl who would like to tell the world about what she thinks and how she feels with all happened to her, her country or her friends and also what she thinks about Western. You can get interesting point of view from a Thai girl after you have heard a lot about Thai girls from western views."

http://www.geocities.com/voicefromthaigirl/

[Lapsinuibense]

Hi R!

I am a 30 yr old Brit and have been living in Thailand for the last year and a half, doing community development work in Khorat. I love it here and have been very happy as I am free to go where I want and do what I want.

Occasionally, I have had Thai men try to take advantage as they often think that western women are 'easy' (thanks to films and behaviour of girls on holiday at the coastal resorts) but never in a threatening way. But for the most part all people try to do (men and women) is take care of me!

I am happy to answer any questions you may have.

regards Emma