Miko ( our pet dog) and I getting ready for our one KM morning walk on the Beach, 2012
One of the question I am often ask, during our meal time conversations here at THD, is whether I have plans to visit the Philippines again. My answer is I really do not know, because I will need help during International Travels. Moreover the Beach house in Marindiuque had been closed for more that 5 years now and my immediately family are all here in the US.
Some of my co-residents here are urging me to host and sponsor a tour of the Islands and me as the Guide. They told me I will be a perfect Guide, since I know about the life and tourists spots in the Philippines. I wish I could, but my current situation is not conducive to international travel. Suffice to say, the thought of going back to the Philippines for a long vacation, reminds of our experience residing in Marinduque for 3 months in 2012. The first month we did not have household help except for the laundry woman. However, Macrine and I survived and here's our story.
https://chateaudumer.blogspot.com/2012/05/life-in-philippines-without-driver-and.html
The Beach House-Go Art- Chateau Du Mer
The Main House and Front Gardens
The Main House-After 5 Years of Only Weekly Maintenance instead of Daily Maintenance
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Hello David,
ReplyDeleteI think it's wonderful that our fellow THD residents would love to have you set up a tour of the Philippines with you as guide! I agree that, with your knowledge and familiarity with Filipino culture and customs that yo would be perfect for such a role. However, I readily understand that your current health challenges preclude such an undertaking.
A number of friends of Caol and me have also strongly recommended the Philippines as a vacation spot for us, but, as in your case, my physical challenges and care needs militate against international travel.
Carol and I will be embarking on a 10+day trip to Maui in July to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. We are really looking forward to it.
All the best,
John