But in my country… how many times have we all heard that phrase uttered by Westerners, which would normally be pertaining to a legal dispute of some sort here in the Philippines? And believe me I was guilty of the same narrow minded thinking years ago. The phrase “When will they ever learn” from the […]
Why do westerners think we know best?
I am 53 years old. In my 53 years, I have lived 18 years as an expat. My first stint as an expat was when I was a child, so I didn’t really have the analytical skills that I have now, and not nearly as observant of the actions of other people or their attitudes. […]
Generation X or Ex?
You have all heard of Generation X, right? According to a quick Google search it reveals that Generation X is the next generation following the “Baby Boom” post WW2 generation. After World War II, all of those returning solders came home and produced a “bumper crop” of new babies in the years that followed. Although […]
The Tent Maker
And I did ask! His name is not Omar. But the truth be known, he’s not really even a tent maker he’s a sail maker, who can double as a tent maker. I stopped by the shop and inquired if he can replace the material on my 12’ X 20’ tent. It is a pipe […]
Questions galore from Karl! EAM
Karl is confused. Maybe even dazed and confused. But, you know what, there is nothing wrong with that. After all, Karl is young, still a student, and he is having a difficult time deciding on the path he wants to take with his life. Karl has been going to school preparing to become a doctor. […]
Would you buy?
I was just walking at the downtown area just here in the city with my son, Jared too. We saw a kid (might be around 11-13 years old) coming towards us, as soon as he was a few feet from us. He opened his hands, inside his hand was a small box. I think he was really offering it […]