Why doesn't (poor?) SE Asian families hug?

[Moses]

here to serve. And Moses has agreed to cover all reasonable expenses for my trip

You been confused with another my incarnation - Mephisto. Also some rules been applied, I hope you had read contract carefully before to sign it...

[joe552]

Mephitso, I'm leaving the legal stuff up to our in-country member. I'm sure he has a Thai bank account, so that will make transfer of funds much easier.

I'm sure the majority of members here will applaud your generosity.

[bobsaigon2]

(Applauding generosity - and applauding sense of humor)

[francois]

Who needs Christian? Joe made the correction in post number 2.

Thank you for the correction and good for Joe.

[loke]

Simple explanation , it's a culture thing . Kids are not being touched that much by their parents. They are used to it so when they grow old they will continue that tradition. But of course when they meet westerners they realize we are different , and will hold your hand , hug you and maybe even kiss you.

But in front of the family ? No no no, they will lose face so don't even try it.