Date: 23rd Nov, 2024
Date: 23rd Nov, 2024 – Dinner with a Big Fan of Thailand I had an interesting evening on the 23rd of November. It all started when we met during an expected citizenship duty. Since both of us were off duty, I invited her to dinner at a cozy restaurant with a big menu. As usual, I found myself a bit confused by all the options, as I’m someone who loves local thalis from different regions. The menu, however, was filled with a variety of dishes of Korean items, Western items, and many more fancy options. While we were finishing our meal, she showed me a 20 Baht note from Thailand. The material and design were quite different from our currency. She’s a huge fan of Thailand, and just the day before, she had taught me the Thai word "Na RAKK," which means "cute." I really appreciated the compliment! I offered to give her dinner and a ride home, but when I jokingly asked if I could have the Thai currency note as a souvenir, she politely refused. She shared with me how she f...