[rlmorel]

I loved the Philippines when I lived there as a kid, really liked the people and the country. I was sorry to see the relationship between our countries go off the rails, but...I recognize the mechanisms of that.

I had some barongs I wore for many years, but they eventually wore out, and I have not been able to find some that kind of looked the same to my eyes. Very comfortable shirts in hot weather.

[Mark17]

I was sorry to see the relationship between our countries go off the rails, but...I recognize the mechanisms of that.

I have been in Eastern Mindanao since 2013. I don't think the relationship between our countries has gone anywhere. It's still there.
Just avoid Manila, Western Mindanao, and the entire Sulu Archipelago. Where I am, there really isn't a set monsoon season. 🇨🇿