A lot of times, people from back in the States, or other parts of the world will ask me when they meet me – “Is there anything you miss from back home?” Or, people who follow me on the Internet will often e-mail me before they are coming to visit the Philippines, one of the […]
Moving to Bukidnon to Retire
Today’s Guest Column is from our friend, Jim Cunningham. Jim and his wife, Marilou are soon to embark on a trip to a new life. In just a day or two they will move permanently to Talakag, Bukidnon. Jim retired just a couple of months ago, and this trip is something that he has been […]
Series: SIR? Yes Sir!
SIR is the basis on which Philippine Society functions. It is the very foundation of Philippine Culture. It is also something that most foreigners don’t understand, even if they try. I don’t fully understand it, although I have a pretty good understanding of SIR, I think, but there is always a need to learn more […]
Watch Your Mouth
We Americans are often outspoken. In my case I know I often ‘shout’ from the hip and sometimes regret it later. I’ve seen a lot of fellow expats that make me look like a statesman. Some folks are even loud, abusive and “bastos” … but I’m talking here about conversations in a normal voice without […]
A little worried…
Anybody who reads this site regularly knows that I love Davao, it is a place really close to my heart. I consider myself a Dabawenyo at heart, no doubt about that. I am starting to get a little bit concerned about Davao, though. I am seeing a Davao that is developing quickly – too quickly. […]
Who inspires you?
I’d like to ask you as question today. Who inspires you? Since this blog focuses in on Philippine topics, let’s stick to people who inspire you, who also have some connection to the Philippines. It can be anybody, living or dead, historical in nature, or a currently popular person. Even an unknown person could be […]