loakes, American looking for information about Philippines

loakes

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Lives in Eufaula, AL.

Registration: 02 December 2012

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I think I did this a few days ago but want to mke sure I can enter and read the interesting blogs from those who are already experiencing the PI. I'm married to a good Filipina wife and we will retire soon in Southern Leyte, where she is from. we hope to have a buisiness there and live a happy peaceful life there. We have property and family there already. We are looking forward to being in our home there. Thank you for the opportunity to see how things are in that part of the world.

Interests: photography, music, crafting

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10 years ago

Your experience of culture shock in the Philippines by Christine

Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in the ...

OK Jay, I think I'll delete my email address form the previous message. Contact me any time. Sometimes my response is a lot slower though. Thank you. Read More

loakes replied to a thread

10 years ago

Your experience of culture shock in the Philippines by Christine

Hello Jay, We live in Southern Leyte, south of Tomas Oppus on Sogod Bay. Read More

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10 years ago

Your experience of culture shock in the Philippines by Christine

Hello John, I can only let you know about me experiences. My wife and I moved here about 3 years ago and she already had a small house on a small lot, in Southern Leyte. I found out that as a foreigner, I cannot actually own property here. So it is ... Read More

loakes replied to a thread

10 years ago

Your experience of culture shock in the Philippines by Christine

I totally agree with you, I've built a new home with local help and they all were excellent craftsman. I've learned from them and my 40 plus years in construction also taught them a little. So, we have a great time building and developing ... Read More

loakes replied to a thread

10 years ago

Your experience of culture shock in the Philippines by Christine

I feel for you guys that have never been able to adjust. I have been in the Leyte province for over 3 years now and I've never been happier in my life. I left the rat race behind me and am living a dream where my SS is enough to get me farther ... Read More

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13 years ago

tips on learning a new language

Hi, I'm a new member and am getting anxious to move to the philippines in february 2013. I have a filipina wife and i want to learn visayas as quickly as an "older, young" man can. Does anyone have basic tips on learning a new language? I know the ... Read More

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