Silvercobra

The first time I came to the Philippines was to attend a good friends wedding so time of year had nothing to do with my visit. It was during that visit I was lucky enough to meet my future wife. That was 13th of June 2006 exactly 12 years ago ... Read More

A failsafe way to attract mozzies is to strip off and drink beer outside at dusk Read More

The funeral is done. I’m surprised I’m not more messed up but I think I’ll take a bottle or 3 to the man cave. Thanks to those who gave support. Over and out for a while. Read More

Thanks Gordy and Pnwcyclist. The funeral is tomorrow. That will be a testing time. The Philippine way of a vigil for 9days is a good way of dealing with the loss. Family and friends around to help each other to relax and remember the good things. Read More

Dealing with stress. Last night my wife’s uncle, a man who called me his brother, died in front of me from his terminal illness. I have seen dead people before but this is the first time anything like this has happened to me and I’m ... Read More

Thanks Stumpy for your reply and bigpearl for your like. I’m astounded at the lack of response from the Australians out there. To the moderators Please close this post. ANZAC DAY is past history. Read More

At the going down of the sun And in the morning We will remember them Lest we forget. Read More

Life expectancy in the provinces is determined by money. Most families have very little emergency cash or items that are disposable in an emergency. For example. Selling the cow or buffalo or fishing boat is not going to finance bypass surgery. ... Read More

It’s so very hard to back off and watch someone making the same mistakes I made and not give guidance. I sometimes wish someone with experience had taken me aside and shown me the error of my ways while there was still time. With some ... Read More

The topic is parenting in the Philippines. My post details how I provide for my children. Is that not parenting? What we have was purchased during the last 10 years of my working career and I’m proud of the results. My wife and children are ... Read More

Hi Richard, Thank you for your reply. My post was primarily FYO for those of us based in the Visayas Read More

Mr Balut, Are you serious or just fishing for a bite? I live here in the Philippines because I choose to and can enjoy the freedoms of this land. It was me and my wife who decided that a mixture of the two cultures is what is best for our children. ... Read More

If you are in Cebu the BI is located in the J C MALL If attending before 10.00am enter through car park lift. Read More

Google “ penalty for overstaying visa in Philippines “ Fines are 2016 From 1 day up to 1 month 4310p Up to 3 month overstay 13,000p Up to 6 month overstay 18,000p If you have a woman here get her to hold your hand and let her do the ... Read More