Condolences in earthquake

I never intended my post to be interpreted as "America vs. the world" or anything like that.

I am sorry RoseImmortal for changing the topic.
 
Don't worry about it.

I'm pleased to tell you guys that I just got word from one of my friends. He says that all his family and friends lived. Most of them were not in the area of the tsunami, but a few were in Phuket. They escaped with their lives, but I imagine things will be very hard, as I suspect they lost people they knew, and may have had a lot of property damage as well.

I'm still waiting for conclusive word from my other friend, and I'll let you know as soon as I hear.
 
I just heard from my other friend again, and it looks like things are still OK for him, and everyone he knows is safe. :)