Prices have become almost astronomical in the states, I really don't understand how people are living without making $200k (on the east/west coasts). The cost of food, especially if you use the delivery apps with the added surcharges, people don't realize that eating out you have to add approx. 20-25% to your final bill for taxes and tips. What I dont understand is minimum wage now in CA is about $17-19/hr. I've seen several postings for hire at bakeries, restaurants, stores hiring for $18/hr so why are people still tipping? Moreover, establishments can't find people to do minimum wage jobs! Not to mention the property taxes and gas prices of course, and cable and cell phone carrier costs at extortion prices. It's great you made the move early! I'm really hoping to move to SE Asia soon, hopefully within the next two years.
Congratulations to your son and family!!! ❤️ How wonderful. Is he going to Bali for their honeymoon? 😂 Thanks for sharing those beautiful photos - the Singapore airport is insane but if I had young children, that’s the best place to keep them occupied! Actually I’d enjoy it too 🤣🤣🤣
Prices have become almost astronomical in the states, I really don't understand how people are living without making $200k (on the east/west coasts). The cost of food, especially if you use the delivery apps with the added surcharges, people don't realize that eating out you have to add approx. 20-25% to your final bill for taxes and tips. What I dont understand is minimum wage now in CA is about $17-19/hr. I've seen several postings for hire at bakeries, restaurants, stores hiring for $18/hr so why are people still tipping? Moreover, establishments can't find people to do minimum wage jobs! Not to mention the property taxes and gas prices of course, and cable and cell phone carrier costs at extortion prices. It's great you made the move early! I'm really hoping to move to SE Asia soon, hopefully within the next two years.
My dear Neill.....sounds like it was a terrific visit. But....what about us on the Easy Coast :)!?! We were hoping to see you!!
I hope you got a prize for being the wedding guest who traveled farthest to get there.
Congratulations to your son and family!!! ❤️ How wonderful. Is he going to Bali for their honeymoon? 😂 Thanks for sharing those beautiful photos - the Singapore airport is insane but if I had young children, that’s the best place to keep them occupied! Actually I’d enjoy it too 🤣🤣🤣