Lately, for the last few weeks or so, I’ve been going to the circus every day, and watching attentively. It’s been an interesting experience. You see, I didn’t have to even leave the house to watch the circus, I get to watch every day, all day long while sitting at my desk working! That’s right, […]
Talking with DJ
As I told you in an article earlier this week, Feyma, the kids and I were down in General Santos last week for the wedding of a niece. Before going to the wedding, we had a chance to visit with some family members for a while. I got a chance to talk with one of […]
Taxing Times (for U.S. Expats)
What’s this, Paul – another tax article so soon after April 15? Well, yes and no. This article doesn’t directly address the topic of taxes. It delves into a little “preventive” action, however, regarding some required Department of the Treasury report filings. While this article focuses on an issue facing a U.S. citizen/taxpayer, it may very well […]
Show some respect for the culture
Over my years of living in the Philippines, I have gotten more and more accustomed with, and comfortable with the culture of the Philippines. It took time, though, no doubt. I have a rule, though, that I live by, and my family is aware of. Outside, on the streets or wherever, Filipino Culture is the […]
Is outsourcing exploitation?
The other day, I got an e-mail from my friend, Dave Starr. Dave was letting me know about an article that he thought I may find interesting. Over the years, both Dave and I have followed the blog of a fellow in Australia named Yaro Starak. Yaro is an Online Entrepreneur, just like I am. […]
Then and now
Bob wrote an interesting article a while back about “Things are getting worse” and Chris Dearne wrote and excellent article on “Electronic improvements in Gen San since 1992” both subjects spoke to different types of changes for the better, that both gentleman had seen during their stay in the Philippines. I told Bob that back […]