Are You Asian? | Friday, March 25th, 2005
Posted in General

I could see the disappointment in their eyes. I was not as exotic as they thought I should have been. They were put off because I was as modern as they were, and my English was even better than theirs. They prodded me for more information as if wanting to prove to themselves that I […]

Underpaid Hardworkers Back Home | Monday, March 14th, 2005
Posted in General

How can one with mediocre skills stand out amidst people who are known all over the world to be highly-skilled, efficient lot?!?
When I look around and observe the people I work with, I am always filled with wonder. What is their secret? What could possibly be wrong with the Filipinos, in comparison? What are the […]

Ready to Leave | Monday, March 14th, 2005
Posted in General

Long before my 5-year work permit in Germany expired, I had it nullified. Instead, I was given a permanent Residence Permit. Because what should have been a short assignment turned into a lifelong commitment, when I married a local. I am convinced that had I stayed single until now, I would have already gone back […]

Babalik Ka Rin | Friday, March 4th, 2005
Posted in General

As much as I complain about homesickness, I have no regrets about the time I have spent overseas. I may not know everything about this continent but it has ceased to be a mystery. I am as confident here, as I am back home.
I still cringe everytime I think about the experiences I have had. […]