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Our reason for considering the Philippines

February 9th, 2008 · 2 Comments

I have a very stable but stressful job in the IT field here in the Netherlands. I am aware that I am pretty fortunate to get a job like this here in this country where it is so difficult to settle down as a foreigner — especially if you do not speak the language. But [...]

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The Top 5 Things I learned from living in…

February 9th, 2008 · 3 Comments

The Philippines * faith in God and Christian values * friendliness, hospitality and generosity to visitors/people you meet. Helping people in need. * respect for parents and older people * being close to family * to excel in work and academics the USA * following your heart * being independent or self-reliant * responsibility in [...]

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