On decency

Referring to the letter "Show some decency" in The Jakarta Post on Dec. 2, I would like to write some comments.

I lived in Western countries for more than 20 years and married a European. For the whole time I lived there I kept in touch with Westerners, so I know their mentality pretty well.

I am Indonesian (Javanese). We all know that expatriates who live in Indonesia enjoy a high standard of living -- with drivers and maids -- and it is like a dream for them. They have all the comforts imaginable: an easy life, lots of money.

This state of affairs could probably make some people forget the ground they are standing on. They become arrogant and ignorant of the reality, which is a shame. My advice is: be yourself!

ROSALINE

Jakarta