Expat Retirement in the Philippines Isn’t That Simple

Expat Retirement in the Philippines Isn’t That Simple

Retirees can buy lots or condos in the Philippines but shouldn’t expect facilities customized or programmed for senior citizens.

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Reality Bites Off the Strip in Vegas

Reality Bites Off the Strip in Vegas

For both working senior citizens and retirees, life in Las Vegas can be bitter and sweet.

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The Happy Home Cook: Pancit Canton

The Happy Home Cook: Pancit Canton

“The word ‘pancit’ (or ‘pansit’ in some cookbooks) comes from the Hokkien words ‘pian-e-sit’, which means something that is conveniently cooked, and originally did not mean noodles. The noodle dish eventually was adapted to local ingredients, tastes and occasions.” (Doreen G. Fernandez, “The Noodles of Our Lives” from the book ‘Tikim’)

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Around the World in 20 Years

Around the World in 20 Years

Perpetual traveler Louie Hechanova collects You Only Live Once memories of journeys and destinations.

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Pinoyspotting: Australia

Pinoyspotting: Australia

Contributor Rey E. de la Cruz finds fellow Filipinos in the land down under.

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Sixties Shades of Gray

Sixties Shades of Gray

The years of living oh so creakily.

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Good Help is Hard to Find: The Improbable Story of Huguette and Hadassah

Good Help is Hard to Find: The Improbable Story of Huguette and Hadassah

The unlikely tale of the immigrant nurse and the American heiress that nearly turned into a $60-million windfall for the Filipina.

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Positively Pinatubo

Positively Pinatubo

You too can hike up the new landscape thrown up by Mt. Pinatubo’s explosive tantrum.

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Out the Back Door

Out the Back Door

Impressions of her mother’s wake are permanently etched in a young girl’s memory.

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The Happy Home Cook: Macaroni Chicken Salad with Pineapple

The Happy Home Cook: Macaroni Chicken Salad with Pineapple

Macaroni Chicken Salad with Pineapple is a fast, easy cold salad for summer or warmer days. 

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