When I married Susan I became part of her family, with all the benefits and obligations that go with it. I was surprised at how my new Filipino family changed my life. My sisters-in-law made a tremendous change in my life, having grown up with three brothers. Susan is the eldest of five children, […]
When we were staying in a nice hotel in Manila, it was very convenient to order room service. Though the prices were high, all I had to do was pick up the phone and delicious food would be delivered right to our room. Even when I got sick, a nurse came to my room to
This was a frustrating weekend. I had just finished a busy week and couldn’t really rest because I had to work late Saturday night. Susan had been cooped in the house sick for two weeks and she wasn’t completely well. On top of that, our internet connection kept hanging up. All that doesn’t seem
It has been the top news story for days because of the damage it can do to our country. The government recklessly overspent, reached the debt limit, and now needs to borrow more money to pay its bills. Tense negotiations are ongoing, and details are leaked to gain leverage and support. Those who understand the
There is a lot of talk about love these days. I have used the word myself to describe the taste of good food, a movie, or a place I visited. I said the word “love”, but really meant it gave me pleasure or enjoyment. Love, in its highest form indicates strong feelings for
