This is to prove that even I had trouble getting my ACR card. Last week I told you about how I had to prove I was me to the U.S. Government, the time before that in 2001, I had to prove to the Philippine Government that I’m not him. This time I go to Manila […]
What about expats?
Before I start writing on my topic for today, let me say in advance that this is a real hot button issue for Americans. I want to remind all readers and participants on LiP to please keep the discussion civil. No name calling. Please, let’s just focus in on how expats are affected, and not […]
Culture of the Common Man
In the past, when I have written about various subjects on this site, in the comments the Jeepney has been brought up in the discussion. One vocal commenter has said quite clearly that the Jeepney is not and should not be considered as part of the Philippine culture. In my view, the Jeepney is one […]
The call that didn’t come
Again, this week, I am sharing my column from SunStar Davao here on LiP. This article is appearing in SunStar on Friday, November 6, and the same day here on LiP. Enjoy the article. Does PLDT know what customer service is? It would seem that they don’t, based on my recent experience with them. I […]
All Saints and All Souls Day!
I just got back from GenSan to visit my family. I went there to celebrate All Saints Day and All Souls Day. Its a big holiday here in the Philippines in honor or pay respects for our love ones who passed away. As what I’ve known since childhood that November 1 is All Saints Day […]
Credit where credit is due
Credit. The word can mean a number of things. It can mean that you are acknowledging what somebody else did. It can be associated with the lending or borrowing of money. Lots of things. In today’s article, I’m going to talk about credit in terms of borrowing money, and also the tracking of your borrowing […]