just personal opinion, nothing against this page. Sometimes it’s nice to have a straight answer and no BS, that’s all. No disrespect to your page. I do enjoy this page as well. It’s not so cut and dry like the other. They both have their advantages and disadvantages.
sorry, I’m not at retirement age yet. I’m married to a Thai so it’s a bit different. I’m just trying to help via the internet. Take my suggestion and join the Thai Visa Advice page. You’ll get your answer there very quickly. Sorry about that.