the cost of living was one of the main reasons we left 3 years ago. On our 2 brief return visits, we remember why we left. It's just not pleasant anymore 😔
Just be prepared for reverse culture shock. EVERYTHING in America is ridiculously expensive now. When you pay $15 for a meal that would cost you 120 Thai baht you will cry 😢
not sure what kind of 'advise' he is looking for. Perhaps his understanding of language made it difficult for him to interpret "no, you have to leave".