“Citronella Plants Protect Our Home in the Philippines from Mosquitoes” is today’s topic. The Philippines Department of Health has reported a 41% increase in cases […]
Tag: nipa hut
Philippines Stinky Cockfight Crowds?
Our new domestic helper was trying to give “Lolo,” Grandpa, a shower the other morning. Lolo, afflicted with Alzheimer’s, lives in a nipa hut behind […]
Meet the Crusty Old Expat’s Crew
It’s been over eight years since I first published a photo of the old “Compound Crew” back in my first blog, “The Rooster Crows at […]
Clash of the Filipina Maids
We’ve recently hired a new domestic helper for our household in Guimaras. The crusty old expat, yours truly, issued an “executive order” which proclaimed a new part-time helper was needed to augment our current staff. My “executive order” was not held up in any federal court.
Moron Screws up His Internet Account
The cancellation of the visit from our island province’s resident computer god saved me a few pesos. Panoy, is known throughout the land of sweet […]
Our Filipino Workers Have Left the Building
Our Filipino workers have left the building after almost two years. Brother-in-law Joery led a crew that built a nipa hut on our property in […]
New Terrace Project at our Home in the Philippines
Our workers recently completed a new terrace project at our home in the Philippines. My asawa had wanted the terrace, nearest the nipa hut my […]
Living a Simple Life in the Philippines
Not much cow manure on our new road nor much traffic unless it’s time for the local schools to begin their morning classes.
Our Water Conservation Project in the Philippines
According to the national weather service, this ongoing El Niño will be among the strongest, if not the strongest, to ever hit the Philippines.
Would I Have Still Moved to the Philippines?
What if you could travel back in time and reverse life-changing decisions you have made?
Cebu City: The Queen City of the South
The crusty old expat and his patient wife return to the Queen City of the South for some R&R.
How Much Will it Cost to Build Your Retirement Home in the Philippines?
What could your own home in paradise cost?
Our New Home in the Philippines is Nearing Completion
Our new home construction project now begins Month Six.
The Island Hoppers of Guimaras
Island hopping and spending a relaxing day at the beach can be enjoyed all year round in the Philippines.