Note: I have decided to re-run this article from last year. We have a lot of new readers, and also there has been some talk in the comments lately about the adjustment of a returning Filipino. I think that this column will answer a few questions on that topic. A while back, Feyma wrote an […]
Texting or Calling?
The use of Cellular Phones, in my opinion, is far more advanced in the Philippines than in the United States. In fact, the Philippines is really a huge user of cellular phones. As a matter of fact, I would have to go so far as saying that the Philippines is a World-Class user of cellular […]
Making the Philippines "World Class"
Can you think of any one thing that the Philippines is really a world leader in? Honestly, I can’t. I feel bad about that too. I love the Philippines, it is my home after all, and has been for over 8 years now. But, as much as I want to find something, I can’t think […]
Buying Veggies and Peanuts
For today’s video, Feyma and I head up to the Marilog District in rural Davao and stop at a roadside Vegetable stand. They have wonderful fresh vegetables, and very low prices at this kind of place! During our stop, Feyma did the Vegetable shopping, while I talked with some local kids who were selling peanuts! […]
Finding Jobs for Filipinos
Last week, May 1, was Labor Day here in the Philippines. Labor groups protested, marched in the streets. Laborers around the country called for wage increases. Others just took the day off and had an enjoyable holiday with their families. In general, though, I think that all Filipino workers spent at least part of the […]
Philippine Safety
If you live in the Philippines, one topic that comes up regularly is safety. Anytime you come into contact with other Westerners, they always comment in some way regarding the lack of safety in the Philippines. “You are very brave to live there, you could be killed at any time!” “Don’t you worry that your […]