Sorry of Nan “Arada Chiu” sad story was heart breaking. But I honestly broke down in tears when I saw her picture. Truly feel the loss. I hope to visit Thailand after this story. Uk to Thai. I hope I can have even a day with someone so beautiful and kind. Best wishes to u all
Thank you for sharing these stories Peter. You did the authors proud reading them out, and a beautiful tribute to “Nan” at the end. What a moving story that was.
Very sensitive in relating that story, Peter, with a very respectful ending. You really thought about this and payed proper tribute to this lady. Well done!
I noticed Nan was being referred to in past tense and had to force myself to listen to the end... I am so sorry for the widower. Nan was suway maak and obviously a total sweetheart. He found a true gem. God's peace and comfort to you sir, wherever you are. 😔😔😔
Omg that was truly one of saddest stories I’ve heard in a long time. It kind of makes you think about life and appreciating what one has because it can all disappear in the blink of an eye. Great show Peter. Thank you.
Peter, that last story put tears in my eyes and I could tell you were fighting to hold your tears back too while reading the story. My deepest condolancies to Arada's husband and family. 🙏 Regarding the second story, I agree, don't try to corrupt a wonderful holiday memory, all good things must come to an end.
Wow, that story with Nan really gave made me pause for reflection. Life is whimsical, you can never tell what circumstances lead you to meet the love of your life. It also demonstrates that life is also capricious, you can never tell what twist of fate will end it all. Cherish those special times every day, as this gentleman does. If you're lucky enough to have found such a wonderful woman, tell her how much you love her. I'm not ashamed to say that picture of Nan, in the end, choked me up. RIP and safe journey into the next life.
All is not as it appears, the first time I read it out I had tears running down my face…It took about 5 takes before I nailed it but even at the end of this take, I was starting to well up hence why the video ended abruptly.
I love the stories Peter and thanks to the contributors. Wow that last one ended so sadly. Commiserations to the guy but if it can be of any consolation to him he will have many beautiful memories that so many others never have.
I'm very touch of the third story. I feel like I'm going to cry what a tragic and unfortunate event. I wish him to be strong, resilience for his son and his future endeavor. Thanks for sharing the stories.
The last story really hits home for me as the boat accident happened in my home city Brisbane out on the bay. Life can be too short, we should make the most of it and cherish friends and family while they’re here. RIP Nan Arada Chiu
The last story was a gut punch. Very sorry for the gentlemans loss,I'm glad he had the opportunity to meet the love of his life. That's a tough one Peter 😒
The first time I read it out I had tears running down my face…It took about 5 takes before I nailed it but even at the end of this take, I was starting to well up hence why the video ended abruptly.
Im sorry for his loss. That is heartbreaking. This is how i feel about my current relationship, thank God she is still alive. I worry something will happen to her. I don't think i would be the same after something like that. She is truly one of a kind
Hi Peter. Look forward to your videos every Saturday afternoon. This one touched my heart. My wife is Thai and we live in Thailand. I have to say that Nan and my wife share the same qualities, the simple things in life and not at all extravagant and very caring so was able to identify with this story. The ending blew me away . My condolences to Pat, his son and Nan’s family.
Wow, Nan was beautiful inside and out. You could almost see the sadness in her eyes in the photo. I would be heartbroken also to lose a partner like her 🙏
Once again Peter you have outdone yourself with more fantastic stories. In Sydney your Saturday upload usually goes live around 11pm so I really enjoy listening to it before I go to bed. I myself am an Australian guy 45 years old and I've been happily married to a gorgeous Japanese girl for 19 years. Ive never been to thailand but would like to visit some day, not so much for the drinking or to meet women, more to explore the beaches & nature. Please keep your channel going because your content is great. BTW being that you are married to a Korean girl have you ever had the chance to visit Korea? if so did you enjoy it ? Wishing you all the best Peter, thanks again
Hi, thank you I apricate your comments. Yes, I worked in Pusan (now Busan) for a year around 1988, which is when I met my wife. I guess Korea has changed a lot since then.
I have nothing to say Peter, the sad story about Nan welled up my eyes also, I am glad that he had the strength to tell the story and I wish him all the best after this sad event. I don't know how I would be able to deal with it, let alone be able to talk to others about it. My thoughts are with him.
Pat. I know you are reading the comments. Thanks for your story and sorry for your loss. A lot of people are thinking about you now and wishing you all the best for the future with your son. Take care mate👍
Very sad for the Australian guy, I truly wish him well. And rest in peace, Nan. I’m glad she had many happy times after the bad ones. A reminder that you never know what’s around the corner, enjoy the good times as much as we can. Thanks Peter.
I see what you meant in the livestream about the last story...that last story was tough to tell and even tougher to imagine the situation..you did well, respect Peter
Wow what a sad and touching story. Nan was definitely one-of-a-kind I really admired her for not taking advantage of her husband and buying second-hand clothes and cooking at home how many of these no-good Westin woman would ever do that I was glad that her husband took Nan out of an abusive relationship and showed her different parts of the world at least both of them got to experience true love even though it was for a very short time. Rest in peace Nan and may your husband and son be comforted
hi peter i realy understand your story . im now 55 my thai wife past away just after our son was born Hes now 20 years old . i dropped everything to take care my son here in the uk he.s now twenty . we have allways visited thailand as mutch as possible so he allways had contact with his grand mother and grand dad . we are both so mutch looking forward to a visit soon . this story took me back twenty years like it was yesterday . Least we never forget them . would like to pass my story on to you soon . all the best to every one simon
Peter you nailed the tribute and the stories with this one. I am a big fan of your videos. I’m not one to leave comments too often, but I had to give you an accolade for this video. Well done, Sir.
My Lord, what a horrific tragedy! She was such a beautiful soul, wasn't she! May she RIP. I hope the Bloke can sort out his life and move on from such an unfortunate situation. RIP Arada. ❤❤🩹💝
That hit hard. Rest in peace beautiful Arada Chiu. I hope your heart mends Pat. When the picture came on screen I broke in tears. Thank you for telling this story. 🙏❤
Everyone is telling me i'm a Cold person.. i never cry for anything, but this story! And then you show me the picture in the END! 😭 and the look on your face in the end is saying everything about what you felt!
Oh my goodness. So sorry to hear the last story. My deepest condolences to Ms Arada Chiu's husband and her family May her soul rest in peace. Be strong 💪
The last story hit really hard. I hope the gentleman has been able to recover from this loss. How ironically he met her in the first place only to lose her so tragically. May God bless her soul. Could see now why you said on the stream it was so difficult for you to shoot this. Thanks for sharing this Peter.
I don’t often comment on your stories Peter although you tell them well and it’s a great channel for everyone here who loves everything about Thailand . That last story was very touching and brought a tear to my eyes . I am lucky to have met the love of my life in chiang Mai and we are now living in the U.K. til I retire and will then spend more time back in Thailand . Rest in peace Arada Chiu ..and my condolences to her family .. keep up the good work Peter
Hi Peter, thanks for the stories, yes the last story a moving one, it goes to prove that a Farang can find a true Thai lady. I have been fortunate that I have an amazing Thai Landy, if you love them and treat them with respect they in turn will love you and treat you like a king. I would go so far as saying my Thai wife is my soul mate as her birthday and my birthday falls on the same day 14th Nov
I missed this video and watched it after you mentioning it on today's video, not sure how people didn't see you were getting emotional at the end Peter. I have a tear in my eye right now, so sorry for the man that sent the story. If you are reading this message sir then i offer my condolences and RIP Nan ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
You are doing a great job by gathering and reading all those sometime heart breaking stories that can teach us a lesson of what could happen in Thailand and what we should be aware of. A big thumbs up for you Peter. 👍 My first time in Thailand was in 1980 and I experienced the best of Thailand at those times. Several long term stays followed and I feel so fortunate that I was able to experience those marvelous times. Now I am thinking of when, where and how I might want to retire in Thailand. Some things have never changed since the 80-ies but a lot is so very different right now. When I think of the changes since then I feel bad to see how much islands like Koh Samui have changed to the bad over time. Mass tourism has triggered a massive overbuilding and nowadays you have to go far to be able to see the pristine Koh Samui if some of it is left at all. There are changes for good and bad same as it is everywhere, I agree and the clock can't be turned back. As I am approaching 63 years of age retirement is in my thoughts and financial requirements for a retirement in Thailand is an aspect to consider. Those requirements have become higher and higher over the years and they have made it harder and harder to fulfil em. We don't know in which way the Thai authorities will want to increase their requirements furthermore but i heard there are plans to tighten the screw even more. Fortunately I will receive a comparatively good pension and I will be able to meet the current financial requirements for a retirement in Thailand. Nevertheless i wonder if Thailand should not rethink whether they will scare off more and more people with those increasingly strict conditions and whether that will be good for Thai people in general. I think that the answert to this question is clear. The Thai people will not benefit from it. As a foreigner wanting to bring quite a lot of money to Thailand I would like to feel MORE WELCOME by the authorities. Sometimes the impression arises that the Thai authorities want to make it as difficult as possible for future to be expats and we are not talking about cheap Charlie expats but middle class expats. If they think only monetarily hight class foreigners are welcome in Thailand they should understand that this is the wrong way to go.
I totally agree with you Martin, Thailand has changed so much over the past 30 years. Like you quite rightly say it's almost like they don't want us there and they're putting up hurdles hoping we don't get over them. They are now targeting the Russian, Chinese and Indian markets as well as the higher spending foreigners. I think we seen Thailand at its best all them years ago it will never be the same again.
My god, what a sad ending I have a beautiful Thai wife, and we have been apart for over 2 years due to Covid Alas I am booked to go back this week and after listening to the last story I intend to cherish her even more if that is possible. My story is very similar and if that happened to me, I would surely never cope. Thanks for sharing R.I.P. Arada Chui
Wow 😞 I was not expecting that ending. That is just so sad. Thank you so much Pat for sharing your story with us. My heart goes out to you for your loss. As I’m sure does the hearts of all the listeners. Take care Pat and truly hope you find true love again soon. I’m sure you will.
R.I.P. Armada Chui, so sorry it ended that way but as you as you said, you had an amazing 8 unexpected year's together, I really hope things are looking up a bit now a year later for your son and you, sounds like she was an amazing women and great you did all the traditional ceremonies for her too short life, much love
Deep down we are all looking for Nan ( a sincere partner) and to find then loose that way is really devastating. I hope one day I will meet my Nan and change the way I live my life.
hooolllyyyy shit, that last story was amazing. That story NEEDS to be adapted to a movie, television show, or book. And keep the tragic ending. He said he's not a very good writer, maybe he can relay the story and have someone act a ghostwriter? R.I.P Nan.
