I was watching some special on hbo the other night (gore vidal narrated), about sex and sex roles, and they were looking in depth at the "ladyboy" phenomenon in Thailand. was quite interesting. There was an American man who left his wife and kids to go over to Bangkok where his ladyboy internet pal was. They are now very happy. do you know anyone who has done this, or are you familiar with this phenomenon?
The Ladyboys are known as Katoeys here. I have had my experiences with them. Not that kind of experience! Down in Singapore several years back, a Katoey grabbed my **** as I walked down a street where several were hanging out on a corner. Some of the "girls" in Thailand are actually quite good-looking. There are cabaret shows that feature them as dancers. Unlike many parts of the US, where Katoeys would be beaten up by local idiots, here they seem fairly accepted. Some have had sex changes and some are on the way. The bargirl and Katoey worlds are truly intriguing, if that's your cup of tea.
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