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Hey Gilligan

Hey Gilligan

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American expat in the Philippines

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American

Lives in San Antonio, Central Luzon

Speaks English

Registration: 07 October 2017

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Hey Gilligan replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Dealing with homesickness in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Being an expat in the Philippines can turn out to be a wonderful human, social or professional adventure... with potential moments of nostalgia and homesickness along the way. What are your personal tips to prevent ...

Hey Gilligan

Food seems to be the way to go when dealing with homesickness in the Philippines. I usually get over my homesickness for the USA by visiting a Burger King, McDonald's or Pizza Hut... because I get to realize (once again) how awful American food ... Read More

Hey Gilligan replied to a thread
7 years ago
Christine

In retrospect, would you move again to the Philippines? by Christine

Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in the Philippines, would you heartily say "letÂ’s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do ...

Hey Gilligan

No way! If I had the money, I'd take my wife and son with me to the USA where I could provide a better future for my family... and I'd never look back! I'm in my mid-60's now and I hope and pray (for the sake of my Filipina wife ... Read More

Hey Gilligan replied to a thread
7 years ago
cL3mnPI

Batangas city expats by cL3mnPI

Anyone here living in batangas city? My wife is from bats city and I visit there every year or 2. I would like to meet expats for leisure and activities.

Hey Gilligan

Yes, it would be nice. I'm not in Batangas City but I live nearby in Bauan, Batangas. I've been living over here with my Filipina wife, her child, my own one year old boy and her extended family for over two years. Read More

Hey Gilligan replied to a thread
7 years ago
FilAmericanMom

Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by FilAmericanMom

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 ...

Hey Gilligan

"Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner?" My name is Mark and I've been married to a Filipina for over two years. I live with her in the Phils. I consider myself to be blessed since my wife has a wonderful ... Read More