Suthep walked 1,200 kilometers on foot to propose to his girlfriend on Valentine’s Day. (Photo/Flipping Tachileik News Agency Facebook)
Too good at walking! A 52-year-old farmer in Thailand, in order to express his sincerity to propose to his 56-year-old street vendor girlfriend, started walking 1,200 kilometers on January 14. For this, he prepared in advance for 3 months, and he walked 39 kilometers every day after departure. Finally, on Valentine’s Day on the 14th, the marriage proposal was successful.
according to《The Phuket News》According to reports, Suthep Promjit set off on January 14 from his home in Nakhon Nayok, and it took him three months to prepare for this challenge. After he set off, he walked or ran an average of about 39 kilometers a day, Suthep will also post her progress on Facebook, and finally arrived in Satun on the 13th.
It is understood that Suthep met Thanapa (Thanapa Khiaw-on) on Douyin for 5 months. Thanapa is a street vendor selling shrimp paste and dried seafood. Thanapa said that when she was selling things, Sothep texted her to say hello, sent her photos of flowers, and even ordered shrimp paste from her. Later, she asked Sothep how the shrimp paste tasted.
As the two continued chatting, Suthep and Thanapa became closer, and Suthep asked her if she had a boyfriend. Thanapa said that she has been single for about 10 years since her divorce, and her four children have all grown up. Suthep said he didn’t mind the age difference. Not long after the two got together, Suthep had the idea of getting married. Thanapa replied, “You have to walk or run to Satun to prove your sincerity.” Suthep promised that he would complete the challenge and give it to him on Valentine’s Day. Contact her that day.
On February 14, Valentine’s Day, Suthep and Thanapa were surrounded by many well-wishers, and women in traditional costumes performed traditional dances. Suthep laughed and said, “Without social media, I would not be where I am today.” Thanapa said, “I am so excited that I am speechless. I am very grateful to him.” After they completed their marriage registration, the district chief wished them even more success in the future. happy.