The Government of the Philippines is currently working on new legislation to create an “Immigration Superbody” that will help make it easier for foreigners to visit the Philippines. Here we go again… Actually, it is not hard to visit the Philippines now, from the standpoint of immigration. In fact, the Philippines, to my knowledge, has […]
Where do your loyalties lie?
I have had this article in mind for a number of months now, but have been hesitant to write it, as it is somewhat of a delicate subject. I feel that those of you who have yet to become expats will have a hard time understanding the feelings of somebody (like me!) who has lived […]
Back in the saddle again
I’m back in the saddle again! No, I don’t ride horses, it’s a metaphor! Ha ha… last week, I got started back on my Bisaya lessons. When I took a break from my language lessons in November, I promised myself that I would start back again in January, and I kept my word to myself. […]
Farewell Madame Ambassador
All good things come to an end sooner or later, and in a week or so, a really good thing, in my opinion, will be seeing it’s final chapter. United States Ambassador to the Philippines, Kristie Anne Kenney will be ending her assignment in the Philippines in a little over a week from the time […]
Lightning strikes twice!
You know, you hear that lightning never strikes twice in the same place. Maybe it’s usually the truth, but in this case, I am here to tell you that lightning has indeed struck twice right here in Davao City! Remember, a few weeks ago I wrote an article about a new burger joint here in […]
You LiP Readers are the Stars of Christmas!
On Wednesday, I posted a video of the ABS-CBN Christmas Song, “Bro, Ikaw ang Star ng Pasko.” Today, I am going to say that in my opinion, you, the readers of this site are the Stars of Christmas! Yes, Jesus is what the holiday is all about, and he is the ultimate Star of Christmas. […]