It’s been three weeks since I made the move here to the island of Bohol. The home I live in is not located in town,
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Where is ‘Home’ For the ExPat?
I was recently reading an article talking about the ‘dark side’ of being an expat. In that article it focused on the sentiments primarily of
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[Photos] Switching Islands – Bohol Bound, Part 2
(Part 2 of ‘Bohol Bound’, Part 1) Believe it or not, it was a much simpler process getting myself and my stuff to the Philippines
Read more[Video] – A Tour of My Neighborhood in Bohol
I originally thought, back when I was still on Mactan, that I would simply load up everything on the boat.. get here.. unload and be
Read more[Diary] – March, 2013; My Last Night on Mactan..
Month of MARCH – 2013 This is one page per month devoted to the more personal experiences related to my life in the Philippines. Daily life
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Murphy’s Law of Time in the Philippines
I suppose if there’s a Filipino version to Murphy’s Law it goes something like this; “If you are in a hurry.. expect everything to be
Read moreGet Here!.. Then Take Your Time
The way I see it there are two main reasons the Philippines is such a fantastic place to retire early to; (1) The Leisurely Lifestyle
Read more[Diary] – February, 2013; The Big 5-0, Bohol & Enter the Jungle
Month of FEBRUARY – 2013 This is one page per month devoted to the more personal experiences related to my life in the Philippines. Daily life
Read moreEven Paradise Requires Flexibility – Bohol Bound, Part 1
Time has been flying! It’s been about two weeks since I’ve had either the time or energy to even update the site other than some new
Read more[Photos] A Bohol Birthday (Mine)
As I mentioned a while ago, my 50th birthday came up in February. I really hadn’t put any thought into what I was going to
Read more[Ask Henry] – 1 Way Ticket and Visa Requirements, How?
Question: “Joseph Heupel here.. I was told I must have a round trip airline ticket to enter the philippines and must leave the country and return
Read more[Photos] – City At Night, In The Philippines
After more than a 30 year ‘phase’ of being a nocturnal being I’ve just accepted the fact that I’m most comfortable with the evening. It’s
Read moreRelationships In The Philippines: Part 1
Part 1: MARRIAGE IN THE PHILIPPINES Over the last year I’ve spent much time speaking with men online regarding relationships here with Filipina women. Since
Read moreInternet: Smart versus Globe in the Philippines
Here in the Philippines there are really 3 major carriers to consider when it comes to getting internet access via a modem adapter. You can also get
Read moreI Just Want To Get Home!
I’ve written occasionally about the various methods of travel here. When moving around from island to island, there are the Ferries and Fast Boats. For long distances
Read more[Diary] – January, 2013; New Year’s, The Bad Deal and Karaoke
Month of JANUARY – 2013 This is one page per month devoted to the more personal experiences related to my life in the Philippines. Daily life
Read moreHard Lessons Learned My First 6 Months in the Philippines
Wow. It’s January, 2013 and already it’s been a full six months now that I’ve been here in the Philippines. I feel like I’ve only
Read moreTaking The Last Boat To Cebu
My first few months here in the Philippines I’ve been getting my bearings locally, mostly between Mactan and Cebu which are connected by two bridges.
Read more[Photos] Beautiful Island of Bohol – Philippines
Believe it or not.. despite this being the largest gallery here (so far), it is only a small portion of what Bohol has to offer.
Read moreTouch Me Like You Know Me
As I mentioned in a previous diary entry, I’ve been a little under the weather today with a slight cold, or flu.. never could tell
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[Diary] — Philippine Christmas, Bound for Bohol, Typhoon & Babies — Dec. 2012
Month of DECEMBER – 2012 Every so often I feel like sharing some short item I have on my mind but it’s not enough to
Read more[Video] – Not So Easy Rider
In my entire life I’ve spent about 30 seconds riding a motorcycle/scooter. During that initial 30 seconds.. I crashed. And that was over three decades
Read morePrelude to the Jungle
Currently it is the holiday season and my plans led me here, to the island of Bohol where I plan to relocate to in a
Read moreRelaxing at Breakneck Speed
The year is winding down this December yet there is so much going on!! It’s been a non-stop ride here. After a 2-day trip to
Read moreTime For A Cool Change
“If there’s one thing in my life that’s missing.. It’s the time that I spend alone.. sailing on the cool and bright clear waters. Lots
Read more[Photos] Me.. Out & About In the Philippines
This is a random collection of images I photographed as I wander about from place to place. Some are of me, others are just whenever
Read more[Video] – Sabong; Cock-Fighting in the Philippines
‘Sabong‘, as it is known locally here in the Philippines, is what we commonly know as simply ‘Cock-Fights’. It has been a part of the
Read more[Video] – MUST Have Rice; Into the Storm
“If I don’t have rice.. I think I will DIE.” I think I’ve heard at least three Filipinos tell me this since I’ve arrived. Rice
Read more[Ask Henry] – Finding A Rental In the Philippines
Question: “Hi Henry, I’m gonna be relocating to the Philippines from London in june/july 2013. Will be living with my wife Rhona in Iloilo.
Read moreA Night ‘Out’.. To Clear My Head
Well, it’s 4:52am.. I just got back home about 20 minutes ago from the club and.. I’m still not tired. But, it was good to
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