I had just reported to a new ship (New to me) the USNS Observation Island tied in San Diego Ca. We were sailing to Hawaii and I was notified that my father had just passed. Normally they would pay me off and I’d be on my way home, but I requested that I just take […]
Personal Safety for Expats
If you are a foreigner and you are going to live in the Philippines, security is something that you should keep on your mind. I am not the type that constantly worries about my safety. I have lived in the Philippines for more than 17 years, and really I don’t get too concerned about safety […]
Help, I can’t make it home!
For today’s Expat Answerman Podcast, we have a couple questions, hopefully they will be something you have been wondering about too. Give the show a listen in the video below. Today we have a couple questions on The Expat Answerman Podcast! One question is about an expat who doesn’t have enough money to fly home, […]
It’s Been One Hell of a Ride
Why July is so special to clan Thompson; First and foremost there is the Fourth of July, the celebration of the birth of our great nation the United States, a time when we should reflect on what our forefathers had blessed us with, a nation, though imperfect, but still one to be envied and emulated. […]
Alaska Update
A number of readers continue to contact me asking for updates in regards to Feyma and Aaron‘s work in Alaska. The readers want to know how they are doing there, what kind of work they are doing and such. I had promised to update this topic from time to time, so here is another installment. […]
Things That Make Me Wonder
Before the advent of the overpriced convenience stores like the Jiffy Mart, 7-11, Quick Stop appeared in my area of Dorchester. (Part of Boston) Back in the 1950 & 60’s we only had the corner store, ran by mom & pop “Whoever” that provided the everyday items between trips to the Stop & Shop or […]