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Hi Malcolm. Thanks for the kind words, and I'm envious of you having spent twenty years in Bali - I feel I should have made the move earlier. I think we can both agree the Balinese are very generous with a particular warmth which makes Bali a very enjoyable place to stay. Thanks, Malcolm.

I've never been on an airline with A being anything other than a window. I'm finding long flights are becoming a pain regardless the seat. :)

I think the majority of airlines are a bit of a pain, Lucy. :)

Because I like the ability to lean my against a wall to sleep, to look out the window at take-off and landing as well as to see land formations like lakes, mountains, coastlines, sunrises etc. Windows also allow you to see what's happening outside if there's a forced landing - where the fire is, debris in the water etc. Why do you like an aisle seat?

Very Simple Mate , I suffer from Benign enlarged Prostate,

A few people have said similar things suggesting I reminded them of him. No, I'm not.

Thanks. Have fun in Danang.

Hi kmcg, Perth is Ok and suits many. Thanks for the complimens also, and please do contact me should you ever come to Ubud.

Hi Mary. I haven't been to Collie for a long time but have some pretty good memories from the place visiting when i was young. I'm more than happy to offer any advice if I can. Feel free to email me at fiascodagama@outlook.com Cheers.

​@@fiascodagama1thank you so much❤

I think so, Ron.

It suits some of us that's for sure, oscydog. Thanks.

I agree Perth and Australia has a great deal to offer many people and we are very fortunate to have made our lives here.

We all do have our own priorities and places that serve us best, mrporsche, that's very true.

You've got to do what you're comfortable with, John, that's for sure.

@@fiascodagama1 Yeah, as I get older I'm more secure at home. 😆

Thanks, TF. A few people have suggested the Fremantle area to me now so I'll definitely file that away for future reference, thanks. I'm going back to Bali tomorrow so a bit short on time on this visit. Cheers

Hey Jonesy. That's one eye-watering lunch bill for basic food, and it has to be said the value Bali can offer many of us is definitely a positive aspect of being there. Hope the wedding and ceremony went well for everyone.Cheers.

Hey Bernadette, thanks for the heads up on some people with a story, i appreciate it. Unfortunately I'm flying out again tomorrow - I was only here for a few days. Next time for sure. Cheers.

@ Very happy to hear that you are returning home to Bali ❤️

Hey thanks, Ninette. I'm happy to put something together for you if you like. I'll try come up with a theme to a few of them and write something. Cheers.

I sure do understand how others get excited about living in Perth, and it's orange stalls. Whatever "squeezes your juice". lol.

@ it seems you are infatuated with Bali because it’s exotic to you. Well that doesn’t make Perth soulless. Each place is unique and has its own history, politics, identity, economics etc. Perth is much more than just its CBD. There is a lot to explore outside of that.

@@nelsondesousa9304 Completely agree. i wasn't trying to suggest other people need not enjoy Perth nor find fulfillment here. My reasons for liking Bali are many and diverse but theiy're my reasons only. I certainly wouldn't judge anyone on their choices of places to live as long as they're happy. i'm sorry if you took offense to my opinion or preferences.

@@fiascodagama1 no I didn’t take offense at all. I just find it really narrow when some people describe Perth as dull (or even say Adelaide or semi equivalent places). I really think familiarity can breed contempt. I know many people that have chosen Perth as their home for reasons that include great beaches, wide variety of restaurants, event options, lovely parks, safety, clean air, high standard of living etc. Perth is a fabulous place to live and a city that is continuing to evolve. The CBD definitely needs a bit of work but the same can be said of many cities throughout the world where the impacts of Covid and high cost of living remains. It’s also unfair to compare Perth to larger and more international cities. It’s just dumb.

I've always been amazed at the amount of Irish and Kiwi travelers I've seen around the world. For such small populations they sure do get around.

Hey Jen. It's great that people are willing to offer their thoughts here with many giving a lot of consideration to what they're contributing. Very cool. Thanks as always.

Hi Paul. Congratulations on the support you're offering to some of the families in Bali. I'm flying back tomorrow (Monday 25th) so probably can't fit in a coffee here in Perth, but more than happy to have a catch up if you find yourself in Ubud. Feel free to email me if you like at fiascodagama@outlook.com Cheers.

I will email you once we arrive. One of my Bali families live in Tembok and I personally know Ubud well and want to head up to 3 brothers coffee. Look it up and you will see why I want to go 😁

There are certainly considerations when deciding to leave world class health care, a generally stable political landscape, relative lack of natural disasters... and it's naive to believe Bali or Indonesia doesn't have its cultural spot fires. One should never forget the events in Poso, Ambon and the like - you're right.

Yes agree.

Hi Brie. I'm glad I'm not the only one who considers Perth a bit soulless. Perhaps one should return semi-regularly to be reminded of what they don't want.

@@fiascodagama1 I am doing my best to stay away. Hope to meet you one day. You are very amiable.

@@briechilli4496 Always look forward to meeting new people. if you're ever in Ubud...:)

Thanks, Stephen. I was hoping someone might confirm for me Baptiste does in fact look like Jaco. I just watched The Chicken again for one thousandth time. :)

Opus Pocus is the one for me. Seriously awesome track.

@@stephenkane3109 The whole Jaco album is great, I reckon. And of course Weather Report.

I’m very fascinated with the Bahasa language and Indonesia. My first attempt at any language. I went to Bali for 6 days recently and was overwhelmed with the heat and traffic. However, I fell in love with the place and its people.

Love the guy's energy and outlook.

Hi Victor. I think you touch on something which is a positive in regard to returning to places we perhaps find sterile or uninteresting - it does indeed remind us of what we might sometimes take for granted. Looking back from the outside maybe gives us a new perspective or appreciation for where we really want to be. Maybe we should occasionally leave to remind ourselves of what we have, or conversely, what we don't want. Cheers.

@@fiascodagama1 Well said Wayne

Hi Ron. The city has changed a lot over the years of course and has probably lost a little bit of character, I think. I remember there used to be hot dog carts, flower carts, and a more village-type feel to the place - now it's all a bit commercial without much personality. Although there a few more events in Forrest chase, i guess. Good to see you. Cheers.

Very kind of you, Paul. Thank you.

Hi Greg and Di. Thanks so much for the support and kind words. Sounds like a great low-key routine you have going when in Ubud and hope we get to catch up next time you're in town.Cheers.

Thanks, Natty. Always look forward to meeting others if they're in town, especially if they're offering a free beer. :)

I understand the willingness to live with the Balinese. There's a great sense of community and respect within the family enclaves making it a very warm and welcoming environment to be in.

No, I haven't. This pesky RUclips channel seems to take most of my attention these days but I hope in time it will need less focus and there'll be more time for the photography.

There's just not enough chaos. :)

I love WA, so much cleaner than Bali cleaner air magnificent beaches and rivers, way less traffic great roads fantastic wine regions, I could go on and on. I love visiting Bali but the constant scams get very draining and food prices are comparable to where I live unless you want to eat veg and rice, after a few weeks I can't wait to come home not a place I would want to live

You're so right, Silvio. Just we need sometimes.

Ha! It's all a bit sterile, isn't it? Give me uneven footpaths, roadside noodles on a wonky chair with someone playing a guitar that needs a few strings and the bustle of local life passing by any day.

It's a weird feeling, isn't it? I mentioned to someone else that even though you've lived most of your life somewhere, your family and friends are there, you understand the traditions, culture, and how everything works, you don't feel you belong or fit.

Ha! Ain't that the truth!?

Thanks.

Thanks, Lemonade. I'm really looking forward to getting on the plane tomorrow as well. :)

Even without the furnace-like summers that can keep you indoors.

It's a strange feeling coming back to a place you know so well where your family and friends are all happily getting along in life and you don't feel like you fit. I'm still not entirely sure what it is, but Perth just isn't for some of us. Thanks, Vicko.

I've never understood why people seemed threatened by kindness, Marlene.

Had to come back to Australia briefly, Manujohn.

Yes, it doesn’t look too exciting? Loved your interviews. Thanks for the video. Thinking that Bali is your true home. 😅

Perth is just mini Sydney now

Hey Darren. Oh, you're an ex forces guy. Perth was a great place to be around that time with an excellent live music scene and loads of nightlife.

​@@fiascodagama1yeah it was. I gave up the booze 14 years ago and can't drink again. When I told my AA sponsor back then I was going to Bali, he said "you can't do Bali sober" ..I proved him wrong, there's so much more than beach clubs and doof doof music! Can't wait till January!

@@darrenmirfin8737 if there was one place that would test one's commitment to sobriety it's Bali. Nice one, Darren.

What a stupid thing to say about the best country in the world

Hi Marlene. That's a really lovely thing to say. Thank you.

It's a bizarre thing to have another place other than your homeland get under your skin, isn't it? Really excited for you to be returning to SEA, rb - I know that feeling. Nice!

Hey, Steve. Baptiste seemed to have already picked up a slight Aussie twang, hadn't he? He's a really interesting guy I thought.

@@fiascodagama1 I have to agree on that point I remember yrs ago before i moved down under encountering a half Scots / Filipino girl who lived near London who had the weirdest accent ever !

Yes i thought so. I am very skilled at picking accents, but this guy was constantly switching German/French (which I speak)

What an interesting young man Baptiste was .

Perth is a lovely city for most people I think, Liz. I'm certainly going to seek out "Trance & Dance" now, thanks for mentioning it. I used to watch Damian & Winnie and recall Damian came to Perth on a trip. I don't fully understand Australian immigration policy - it confuses me how some seem to access residency quite easily and others are refused when on the surface it appears they would be a perfect fit. Thanks, Liz.