One thing that I have noticed during my years of living in the Philippines is that most Filipinos are scared of dogs. Sometimes, if I am out walking one of my dogs, and a Filipino is coming down the sidewalk, when they notice that I am coming with a dog, they will even cross to […]
Is the Philippines paving the way to the future?
The Associated Press reports that some US Farmers are starting to use mules in lieu of mechanized farm equipment, due to the high cost of fuel! That’s right, farmer T.R. Raymond in Tennessee has switched over to mule power to handle some of his farming chores. Raymond’s son, Danny says of the use of mules […]
Trouble in Paradise!
Many people think that living in a place like the Philippines is paradise. I don’t necessarily feel that it is paradise, but I will give you the fact that it is a lot closer to paradise than being back in the States shoveling snow, wearing heavy coats, and having to plan activities around cold weather! […]
Can the carabao be a cure for Global Warming?
Yes, you read the title correctly! I am wondering if the Carabao can be at least a part of a way to resolve Global Warming, and I am not joking! I recently read an article in the Philippine Daily Inquirer which told of a scientist who believes that he can use the carabao to alleviate […]
Are there Caribou in the Philippines?
One thing that I hear a lot of confusion about from people that visit the Philippines is about the “Caribou.” Actually, there are no Caribou in the Philippines! What is a Caribou? Well, it is also called a Reindeer. Caribou are very prevalent in Alaska and other cold weather environments. I am sure that there […]
When you live in the tropics…
There are certain things that you have to put up with or learn to live with when you are living in the tropics. One of them is bugs! Yep, no matter how hard you try, you won’t be able to eliminate all of the bugs! As I think about it, though, I have really grown […]