As an unbiased American with no ties what-so-ever to Filipinos, aside from being the aunt of one of the cutest half-filipino kids in existence, the people are some of the warmest and friendliest I've met.
After spending a few days exploring Manila and its surroundings with friends, they invited me to the island of Mindanao for a road trip / family reunion. I was warmly welcomed into homes, given packages of treats for my continued journey, offered item after item of food, treated to free accommodations and activities.
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| the nephew |
One contact after another was called to welcome me onto the next island and tour me around. Not a single one knew of me a few days prior to my arrival, but took the time out of their day to make sure I was well taken care of.
So to all the Filipinos out there: I salute you.
So to all the Filipinos out there: I salute you.
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| Dinner with friends |
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| quick Manila tours |
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| family reunion dinner: lechon, a filipino pig-picking |
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| family reunion breakfast |
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| final family breakfast |
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| final goodbye |
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| farewell fruit at the Mindanao airport |
1 comment:
Wonderful people! It was fun getting a glimpse of how and what they eat.
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