Many Chinese people have chosen to return to their homeland, and those of us who remain here can't help but feel lonely and isolated. Although the saying "Chinese do not deceive Chinese" is not trustworthy, some friends I made in the Philippines are indeed kind-hearted and worth befriending. Now, most of them have chosen to go back, leaving me to wonder if staying in the Philippines is a good choice.
I remember 20 years ago, the Philippines was a great place, and many people needed connections to get in. Back then, with anxiety and excitement about the unknown, I set foot on this land. I only knew some simple English phrases and had never encountered Filipino. Initially, going out and handling affairs was painful, but thankfully, kind-hearted fellow countrymen helped me solve various problems.
It's good to solve the difficulties in life, but what worries me the most is missing my hometown. Filipino food is generally too sweet for my taste. The summers are unbearably hot; back then, I was so frugal that I doubted my life choices due to the heat, as I couldn't bear to use the air conditioning. Also, there are many mosquitoes; one year, I contracted dengue fever and nearly died in my rental because I didn't go to the hospital for a week. I bought a second-hand car without having learned to drive, and the first time I drove it, I damaged someone's gate, which resulted in a police visit.
Despite the stumbling blocks, I managed to get my life on track.
The Philippines has many natural disasters and many trivial issues in daily life. Now, I still occasionally get headaches from the troubles caused by company employees. But no matter what, life is manageable. After so many years in the Philippines, I feel I have gotten used to the pace of life here. I enjoy the sausages here, and I eat roast chicken three or four times a month. Life is simple and boring; I don't gamble, go clubbing, or seek out girls. When I feel lonely, I just buy a few bottles of beer and some peanuts, which is quite enjoyable.
I might never adapt to life in China again; going back would just be for visiting. The paths I've walked over the years and everything here have become a part of my life.
Stay in the Philippines or return to the country?
Comments0
I still miss that place, where we could go shopping at SM on weekends, sunbathe at MOA, and even visit the little volcano or Dolphin Bay. Many moments have passed, never to return—those were the days we strived through. This place too, where we have fought our battles, no regrets are needed. Wish yo
Thank you, and I wish you good luck.
I came here and didn't make a penny, and was terribly cheated by the Chinese. I will definitely not associate with Chinese people when going abroad in the future.
Want to return to my country but still hesitating +1
In 2017, we took our late mother to Donsol to see the whale sharks. I am forever grateful to the Philippines for creating such unforgettable memories for her.
Everything here has also become a part of my life.
I really miss the days when I used to barbecue with friends on the rooftop. Back then, the BEACON rooftop was available for rent for BBQs.
Who says it isn't?
It is also a part of my life, let's encourage each other.
Go back, it's okay to rest too.
I started missing the Philippines as soon as I went to Cambodia; it's so much better there.
People are easily misled; many things are beyond our control, so why should the original poster be so hard to appease?
When I first arrived, I lived in a residential house, and the neighbors were all very nice, but now in the Philippines, they look at us as if they are seeing an ATM.
I also have many feelings like you; the Philippines used to be different. What exactly happened?
/ THE END /
