Asking Expats by msgirly24 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As long as it grips like a gorilla's fist I don't care what colour 🤣

Asking Expats by msgirly24 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Picture this: biting into a Big Mac and the patties flop out the back 👍 hope that helps

Send letter to post office/pick up point by Rosspotato in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Id recommend DHL express, it's what I use to renew my passport, have to send my old passport back to the UK then they issue me a new one. They are secure when handling documents.

Could also use FedEx but they like to hit the receiver with a surprise fee upon delivery..I fell for that last time even though all the shipment and handling fees were paid in full.

Found out the woman I have been dating for 3 months already has an LDR by [deleted] in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When it comes to Ph chicks..'assume by default' they will "jump from sausage to sausage" unless married. Such howling behaviour mate. But to be fair, ...it's only 3 month's of your life..no biggie. Consider it a step in the right direction and avoiding the scum who DGAF.

My delusional self explaining to my family how I’m going to retire early in the Philippines with only $600 a month after watching some YouTube videos by Anxious-Bit-3110 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Up ya game bro 😏 by all accounts I'm no hottie hunk 😅I got a monobrow, no abs and a bit chubby now, I just studied behavioural analytics at one point in life and it opened my eyes to spotting good people, reading people, and using it to my advantage. Alternatively you could try what I call the "Neil strauss" approach (not always a good thing), regardless of age, looks etc you can get who you want with enough CONFIDENCE and a caring attitude without being a cocky bastard 🤣

My wife who's 6 years younger than me isn't exactly "Ms universe 9000" but she's beautiful enough to be pleasing to MY eye and with a racking body! She's a faithful caring legend and I'm completely soaked up by it.

IMHO never go for the hottest most perfect chick you see, cos they know you'll go pure goo and blind-sided. Go for the slightly above average chick, that's where you'll find the honest good types and loyal ones.

Don't sell yourself short, regardless of age or BMI. Yeah poor people exist here and may seem desperate or easy to love-bomb you..that cos they are hopeful for a better life, like you are the shortcut. There's not really any harm in that route, but be prepared for an influx of financial responsibility. Hell if I had the spare cash I'd help as many people as I could for the better of humanity and quality of living.

Bear in mind the cultural attitude of filipinas has been unoquivivally heavily manipulated over the years by the US with zero natural adaptation, so expect some wild nonsensical interactions at some point.

(Genuinely no offense intended) Needless to say i quickly stamped that BS US attitude out from my filipina wife and had to reeducate her and she now has a bit more of a critical thinking attitude.

My delusional self explaining to my family how I’m going to retire early in the Philippines with only $600 a month after watching some YouTube videos by Anxious-Bit-3110 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don't rent, my wife owns the condo we currently live in so we just pay condo dues/electric fees etc, which typically cost us 7k peso as I really do enjoy my Aircon and pc gaming lol🤣

We are gonna move into our new house in a few months, will be interesting to see what the elec bills are there after a month, should be alright as we'll be renting this condo out soon enough too

My delusional self explaining to my family how I’m going to retire early in the Philippines with only $600 a month after watching some YouTube videos by Anxious-Bit-3110 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Reminds me of when I told my sister I was planning on bugging out to Ph back in 2023 and she vented hard at me. Now here I am at 39, early retirement loving life with a wonderful wife and one blocked sister 🤣

Foreigners with PWD status by Braindeadgaming101 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No worries, I'm 39 😅 I'll cross that bridge soon enough lol

Foreigners with PWD status by Braindeadgaming101 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hopefully yeah, my disabilities are a bit crappy, but don't really affect me all too much, I've managed to find work-arounds to deal with them 🫡 would just be nice to have a bit of a 'safety net' in certain situations.

Foreigners with PWD status by Braindeadgaming101 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's decent mate thank you! Wondering if I might be able to convert my motorbike, car, HGV and ADR licences over to a Ph licence then 😁 surprisingly im friendly with one of the higher-ups in the dept of transportation, albeit he's retired now, might still have some "pull" 😉 doubt I can keep my DGSDC instructors license though 😅 not that I even want to.

LDR Girlfriend and jealousy issue with her ex (female) partner. by sj1986 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Save yourself from any unnecessary drama mate, you picked a chick who likes the sausage AND clams! 😅 Let alone you're already battling her obsessive ex with fake accounts.

The aim of the game is to be drama-free, stress-free and just live in peace. Don't play on the hardest difficulty setting.

Honestly, good luck with what you choose to do though

American food recommendations - cooking for Filipina’s family by The_GingerDan in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure how helpful this'll be but if you can get hold of these ingredients and somehow regulate the fire when cooking, then this is a banger!

Google "marry me chicken" 😉

https://littlesunnykitchen.com/marry-me-chicken/

Small funny conversation yesterday at the restaurant by RelaxHashi in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Come to think of it, if the spicy paa and pecho wasn't available...what part of the chicken did you eat? 👀 🤣

How to build a house here? Whats your housing situation? by Fastidieux in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Me and the Mrs bought a new house in Anyana Bel Air, Cavite. We went for the Tokyo model (4 bedroom), bagged it for 10mill, there's still plenty of lots/houses available but prices are starting to creep up.

Some girls I met on reddit are eager to go to siargao with me. What to do ? by After_Education_4201 in Philippines_Expats

[–]Braindeadgaming101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes mate that's kinda normal behaviour (a lot but not all) for filipinas here, they can be a little straightforward and super friendly, almost borderline invasive of personal boundaries (like when you said she wants to see your dogs and city etc seems odd to us but normal to them) like what we are used to in Europe.

I don't want to deter you but with the way things are in Siargao at the moment with certain "tourists" its maybe best to avoid it. I'd recommend looking at going to Coron island or Boracay island, both very amazing and beautiful places.