While the current coronavirus crisis continues, the longest lockdowns on earth still exist in the Philippines. Moreover, a new “anti-terrorism” bill recently signed by President […]
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Alleged Dumaguete City Cybersex Den Run by Norwegian National Busted
Above all, a 42-year-old Norwegian, Ronny Bratlistuen, has a problem. Moreover, his 22-year-old Filipina partner, Jessebelle Cometa, does too; both arrested for alleged human trafficking. […]
UK’s Most Married Man’s Wife #8 was from Philippines
Ron Sheppard is 71 years old. UK’s most married man’s wife #8 was from the Philippines. Sheppard, from Somerset, England, recently made the news when […]
If You’re Pregnant in the Philippines, Don’t Eat Rice
“If You’re Pregnant in the Philippines, Don’t Eat Balut” is one of the most popular posts on this website.Consequently, this got me to thinking; something […]
If You’re Pregnant in the Philippines, Don’t Eat Balut
Take some advice from the crusty old expat.
Want to Spend Six Years in a Philippines Jail? Commit Adultery.
You CAN go to jail in the Philippines if you commit adultery!
NAMIT BURGER: Guimaras’ Best Burger Bargain
I’ve tasted quite a few burgers during my last ten years in the Philippines. However, lately, I’ve discovered a new gastronomic gem. It’s “NAMIT BURGER: […]
Manggahan Motorcycle Mayhem Meltdown
First, there were eight motorcycles involved and not two. Furthermore, five to six police officers from the Philippine National Police were involved and not just […]
Philippines Pampered Perky Pups
For you new readers out there on the World Wide Web, I’m an American that moved to the Philippines almost ten years ago. I’ve been […]
Homesteading 101 Philippines Property Perils
“Homesteading 101 Philippines Property Perils” is a detailed look at problems you might encounter as a foreigner when it comes to property issues. In contrast […]
Growing Cash Crop Bananas in the Philippines
We have about 25 banana plants on our property in the Philippines. They’re not trees, but “pseudostems,” made of densely packed leaves. So a banana plant is […]
Our Pretty Pinay Niece’s Pre-Debut Photo Shoot
Our niece, DenDen, is turning 18 soon. DenDen is our oldest niece in Guimaras, the island province we call home. As the following pictures will […]
Philippines: Wanted. Hard-Working Domestic Helper
After my Social Security kicked in a few years ago, I was finally able to convince my industrious asawa that we could afford to hire a full-time helper.
After all, aside from taking care of my father-in-law, afflicted with Alzheimer’s, my wife did most of the cooking and cleaning in our household. A niece and nephew have lived with us for years. While the kids can help out on the week-ends, there was no one to help my wife with all the chores during the week.
28-Hour Brownout Grips Guimaras
I apologize to my readers. While I haven’t posted on a daily basis for years, I have been wanting to opine about our local utility […]