mrlugubrious
American looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 14 December 2021
Financial Infedelity by mrlugubrious
Thought I had a reasonably happy home and now I am very confused on how to handle my wife raiding our finances and sending them to her family in the PI. No matter what I agree to she finds it necessary to secretly send thousands of dollars extra, ...
@Fred I would never do anything like that to anybody. It is probably cathartic to have those thoughts at some level, but I am not that guy...and you are not either I would like to believe.... Read More
Financial Infedelity by mrlugubrious
Thought I had a reasonably happy home and now I am very confused on how to handle my wife raiding our finances and sending them to her family in the PI. No matter what I agree to she finds it necessary to secretly send thousands of dollars extra, ...
Thank you. Your all saying what I was thinking. I just needed to hear it from a different source. Read More
Financial Infedelity by mrlugubrious
Thought I had a reasonably happy home and now I am very confused on how to handle my wife raiding our finances and sending them to her family in the PI. No matter what I agree to she finds it necessary to secretly send thousands of dollars extra, ...
@impeccablelady I got the help the family thing right out of the gate. I consciously send 1000USD/mo. That really takes a chunk out of my life. I drive an old car. Just think of what I could drive for a thousand dollars a month.That is not the ... Read More
Financial Infedelity
Thought I had a reasonably happy home and now I am very confused on how to handle my wife raiding our finances and sending them to her family in the PI. No matter what I agree to she finds it necessary to secretly send thousands of dollars extra, ... Read More
Living in or near Cebu City or Dumaguete by piattepye
I am 70 years old and divorced since 2012 and have been happy by myself not even dating since 2016. I am now interested in companionship with an older woman where the children are on their own who are welcome to visit anytime, I just need some ...
@piattepyeGood luck.. Read More
A cautionary tale by Brojeslov
In 2020 I met a seemingly lovely young lady from Butuan City and things progressed quickly into a relationship. I never went to Butuan because she said it was boring and I've got insurance issues travelling to Mindanao, so we met elsewhere in places ...
Wow. Deceptive little devils, but cute as hell. Caveat Emptor! Read More
Philippines Visa 13A and previous drug conviction here in USA by tempcinamdar
Dallas, Texas is my home and in about a year I will move to Cagayan de Oro to marry and live there the remainder of my life.I have done a lot of reading and it seems I will need to extend my stay every month until I have been there more than 6 ...
Just a guess, but IMHO, your goose is cooked. Time to contemplate plan 'B'....You do not want to get involved in any way with the PI law enforcement.... Read More
What's your take riding a motorcycle in the Philippines as an expat? by Jackson4
Now as an older person with more time on my hands and a little more cash in my pocket, this wild man in me wanting to ride a motorcycle in the Philippines to feel the wind in my remaining hair. What's your experience?
No more bikes. I am done at 71. I have had the biggest baddest bikes all throughout my life. I am lucky, I am still here. Only been down twice. My last bike was a 2014 ZX14R ABS Felony stupid fast. Lots of HD's Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
Personality abounds here. Read More
Married to a Filipina 12 years she appears not to like me anymore. by mrlugubrious
I am no angel by any means, but I am a good guy. I worked my entire life away and am now 71 years of age. I have been divorced decades ago, with two grown children that are not a factor. I met my wife working at a department store here in the USA. ...
@cjm_mgcNobody told her to quit her job. Nobody. That is all her 100%. I did not get vaccinated either. For those of you that think ill of me, I am sorry and I excuse your ignorance. Better study up or go get some more boosters. Read More
Married to a Filipina 12 years she appears not to like me anymore. by mrlugubrious
I am no angel by any means, but I am a good guy. I worked my entire life away and am now 71 years of age. I have been divorced decades ago, with two grown children that are not a factor. I met my wife working at a department store here in the USA. ...
@WellsfryYou got that right about the news alright. I am not allowed to express my opinion of the take over of the USA in this household without getting the shut up and "what me worry" treatment. Somebody has to pay attention, and that would be me. ... Read More
Married to a Filipina 12 years she appears not to like me anymore. by mrlugubrious
I am no angel by any means, but I am a good guy. I worked my entire life away and am now 71 years of age. I have been divorced decades ago, with two grown children that are not a factor. I met my wife working at a department store here in the USA. ...
@Cherryann01"I am no angel" is called honesty. I can be loud and obnoxious at times but what else is new. Fact, I do not cheat. Fact, I pay all the bills. Fact I have been sending unknown amounts of money to her family through her for 12 years. ... Read More
Married to a Filipina 12 years she appears not to like me anymore.
I am no angel by any means, but I am a good guy. I worked my entire life away and am now 71 years of age. I have been divorced decades ago, with two grown children that are not a factor. I met my wife working at a department store here in the USA. ... Read More
CCP and WWlll
If you have a pulse , you are most likely aware of the pressure being exerted on the PI by the CCP. One of the tactics being exercised by the CCP is to set up CCP Police stations in other peoples countries to be able to coerce residents and ex pat ... Read More
Voltage transformer by Dave & Ruby
Can I purchase a step down voltage transformer from 220V down to 110V over in the Philippines? We are planning to bring some small kitchen appliances to the Philippines when we move.
Why not just split the phase and use the 110VAC side for your 110VAC devices? Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
Going on the information in your synopsis, all systems appear to be running hot and normal.I find it somewhat absurd but not surprising that it appears the problem is you.That is correct Y-O-U. Seems doomed to me only because your WIFE is super ... Read More
The mother doesn't want to pay. by Guest8982
The Filipina mother (my ex) of my children doesn't work and doesn't want to pay for them. She lives with her boyfriend and stay at home. I pay for everything. I asked her to share the expenses. She replied my duty is to give money and her duty is to ...
@Guest8982 I would say your getting a deal. Let her take care of them unless you want to take care of them and try and get her to pay. One thing, they are YOUR children. If you pay, you need to be part of their young developmental years unless your ... Read More
Glucose Level Elevation since Covid Vaccinations and Booster by talamban
I am and have been a Type 2 Diabetic for more than 20 years. Moved here in Mid-2019 and Glucose levels for awhile were from low of 89 to high of 150. However, since getting the Covid Vaccinations, my Glucose levels have been getting progressively ...
@Cherryann01 I heard the Starship Intercourse is flying around Uranus and wiping out Klingon's.. Read More
Best Response to "Hey Joe" by Moon Dog
I get a lot of "hey Joe" from youngsters and teenagers. It doesn't bother me but I like to have a snappy comeback. My usual response is "How did you know my name's Joe?" or "Hey Pedro". Anyone have a better one?
@kristopherryanwatson Wow.. Good luck Joe.. Read More
Best Response to "Hey Joe" by Moon Dog
I get a lot of "hey Joe" from youngsters and teenagers. It doesn't bother me but I like to have a snappy comeback. My usual response is "How did you know my name's Joe?" or "Hey Pedro". Anyone have a better one?
@Puddman Argumentative, and out of the smiling spirit of the average Filipino's.. Read More
Best Response to "Hey Joe" by Moon Dog
I get a lot of "hey Joe" from youngsters and teenagers. It doesn't bother me but I like to have a snappy comeback. My usual response is "How did you know my name's Joe?" or "Hey Pedro". Anyone have a better one?
@Moon Dog The term 'Hey Joe', is leftover from WWII. G. I. Joe...AKA Government Issue Joe. So, a snappy comeback should retain the root of the phrase IMHO... Read More