DEALING WITH THE PHILIPPINES PROVINCE BLUES - DID WE MAKE THE RIGHT DECISION

[@timothyrogers7874]

Kids, chickens, cousins, all hanging around my house... Would drive me nuts... 😂 Even if they are nice...😅

[@truss6282]

I'd be a walking heat rash in that swampy climate. More power to ya man!! It's beautiful over there for sure.

[@rogerwoodward9748]

it"s nice to listen to someone who can be honest and tell it like it is

[@ManuelCamomot-s1w]

Enjoy.

[@marcforsyth9610]

Good show. You better have hobbies or ways to stay busy in the province. Don't expect to retire and have a restful life. It will feel that way for a few months but boredom will take over if you don't find things to do. I sent a ton of stuff over. So rainy days I cook, watch old movies, workout, work in the garage on wood projects, read or go on short trips with my wife. I know guys that go crazy or leave after a few months. It's not like living in the bigger cities here. We love it ❤❤❤

[@gregpineda8660]

Brother Brian Kerver,And the gloomy,cloudy and rainy weather that can lasts for many days that can give you the " blues " that will make you become depressed,tired and bored.And the winter seasons in Vancouver,British Columbia --- Canada ( True North Strong and Free ) always rains almost everyday during winter time that start from late October until March caused by the very warm Pacific Ocean's tropical weather.And instead of getting snowfalls,we get lots of rains all the time.

[@JohnSmith-bz9be]

Keep going!!!

[@thetravelingmonkey889]

Looks nice bro!!!. Glad to see you are having fun. I wanna sit out back in the bamboo hut and watch the rain... the house looks really good with the blue roof and windows. Phillys slice of Heaven at the 215 Homestead... You need a shirt that says that (phillys 215 Homestead. God bless.

[@georgetinant9486]

I’m 71 now Brian, been to General Luna in 2021 , enjoyed the trip Today near Edmonton, Alberta, cleaned snow for 5 hrs , it days like today I wish I was in General Luna. I guess you have to take the good with the bad, tonight supposed to be -30C. Yippee 🙌 ❤ your videos, watch Lots too , good stuff Thanks

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Thanks for watching!

[@EvelinHolmes]

Only a few snowflakes in Calgary south. -10 .

[@Maintenance63]

In Wyoming here. Depths of winter. We explore Dutch oven recipes like pizza, from Cowboy Kent Rollins.

[@nicklopes7519]

You doing you is your business Brian. Enjoy all that it all has to offer you. Happiness is more precious than monetary things. 👍

[@rhodesia1980]

Since you moved you are turning into Robinson Caruso look, LOL

[@Maintenance63]

Beautiful greenery

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Yes, the province is a beautiful place! 👍

[@marcrichard7251]

The kids are adorable 😊

[@gregorylenton8200]

My wife went to LUTON CITY for 8 weeks last week......sure glad i stayed HOME....enjoy you guy.s showes...thanks

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Glad you enjoy the show!

[@scottexpatinthephilippines7449]

Brian the province is way better you and lot lot have a great life enjoy my dear friend cause you can enjoy doing things that are far better than city life.the rainy season is great when the rain hits the tin roofs and makes the jungle and around your Homestead beautiful. Those that criticise you know nothing and will never know life out there in the provinceas we know it and there's aways plenty to do places you will never get to see un less you go for walks and check out areas that are so remarkable

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Thanks for your kind words 👍

[@markg999]

Spring looks awesome and refreshing. Looks like you are having a great time. What do you think helped your health in province the most?

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Clean fresh air 👍

[@lui2271]

i like the raining season in the province. Hot coffee or hot chocolate with biscuits/cake and with some youtube/movies.

[@butwhole-r9q]

be safe and happy.... nice channel

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Thanks 👍

[@brittbrittingham9871]

You look so relaxed

[@woodrowcaudle]

I'd rather have rain than snow from Nov to May

[@frankb.269]

Good for you, I'm a condo guy that will venture in the country side for an afternoon maybe, but not more than that. I like AC and feel fresh all the time, not sticky.

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

To each their own! 👍

[@berniemacinthephilippines7317]

I understand what you are saying. We live in the Bicol region, and it rained every day for a week. At least the days are cooler, but you can feel the dampness in the air. I still prefer life in the province, family visit every day and you don't get lonely.

[@MySliceOfLife101]

I know what you mean, berniemac. Where are you in Bicol? I'm in Nabua, Camarines Sur.

[@berniemacinthephilippines7317]

I live in Tiwi Albay with my wife. We retired from work last year and currently live part of the year in Tiwi and part of the year in Australia. We built our house in Tiwi in 2019.​@@MySliceOfLife101

[@docizzy7917]

I just think you should consider getting a covered trike or quad. Something that you both can fit in and have some room to put stuff. It does not have to be a car.

[@Maintenance63]

You have a rainy season We have a freeze our willy off season

[@helenofTroynUSADantheExplorer]

Good for you Brian that’s what most Filipina wants their husband to be a family person, have time to go bonding not just always going away from them.Especially when during vacation.Enjoy keep making videos, and God bless you and Luisa, and your family!

[@russellgoode4806]

I have lived the tropics for decades. Long wet seasons can really get you down. Best way to beat it is supplement with vitamin D. Works a charm.

[@lc7822]

This weekend is my favorite to watch the NFL But it's going to be very cold in Virginia on Monday. The first I would miss The second not so much

[@TMarsh62]

I'm also a province guy that lived in Cebu City for the first nine months after coming here. I saw that you're from Philly, so I had to give you some support since I'm from Jersey. Go Eagles!!

[@foreignerescapestothephi-lj3ls]

You are 100% right friend! I’m living in the deep jungle of Northwestern Mindanao now 10 years! And November to February just kills me! Nonstop rain and mud! As soon as I get on Social Security I’m out of here every rainy season! But where? Not sure yet! Good luck! 😊🙏🏻

[@petepierre652]

BEAUTIFUL LIFE BRIAN...

[@geraldlamothe6091]

Just keep on enjoying life,and be grateful for what you have...😉

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Thanks! 👍

[@michaelbal696]

My brother-n-law is in Sorsogon and he says it's the wetest rainy season he has ever seen.

[@cc-gu1ff]

you are missing that bar stool, and score birds

[@mickaelwilliams6129]

i love the sound of rain on a metal roof .

[@perryhenrickson7750]

Well it is literally minus 27 degrees here in Alberta right now so you are just fine😅

[@archief1963]

I’m an Albertan but been heading to SE Asia just about every winter since the mid 80’s. Angeles, Subic, that’ll never happen again…. The glory days ! Now….. Pattaya, but those Philippine memories engrained and unbeatable…..never to be the same.

[@johnboutakis5031]

I'm really glad that you're enjoying province life Philly.

[@TennRides]

I love that swimming hole. What a great bonding time for family. They all seem to accept you as family. Man, that's so awesome. There's a difference between feeling the blues and just being bored. It seems to me that you just occasionally get bored, not the blues, which is usually from being sad. It doesn't sound to me that you are sad, but anybody, anywhere, can get bored from time to time.

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Yes, boredom is definitely different from the blues!

[@tonyd441]

Everyone gets the blues sometimes, regardless of where you are

[@jamesoconnor2753]

I’m used to being around kids and the floaties in the water. They are enough to keep me from being bored wherever I am.

[@ivorybeaststarship7739]

Brian i always slept good when i visited my wifes province , sagada mt province is very relaxing and good for your health, even rainy season.

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

I hear you, the fresh air is so good for the soul.

[@wanold66]

You are an inspiration to a generous retirment Bryan, proud to see ya brother, much happiness fron Cork Ireland Lut and Bryan, generous spirits

[@RedneckandPinay]

Bing watching The Walking Dead. On season 6 now. We might finish it before dry season. 😅

[@stuartrobinson5111]

Enjoy while you can. Was my favorite show but all fell apart after season 9 and turned to trash.

[@RedneckandPinay]

@@stuartrobinson5111 yeah, season 6 and it seems like they’re running out of bad things the living can do to each other.

[@enriquepena5206]

Hello Brian, another great video. I’m glad to see you’re doing good in the province. I think you need a hobby ever since I retired last year I’ve been finding new hobbies to keep me physically and mentally fit. Did you ever find a good massage or acupuncture place?

[@RollinCoco-Nut]

Right on, Philly ... Live your life, and enjoy it, with your family, wherever you decide to be! 🌴

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Thanks!

[@jedidazed3390]

You can have your sandals sewed by the shoe repairman. They wont advertise that they can sew the soles together because they prefer you keep coming back to have your shoes glued. But most of them can sew shoes. Try asking him.

[@NicolasLampkin-qr4rx]

The rain is peaceful once you have a tin roof. Music. Just eat sleep and cuddle etc. Enjoy

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

It is very peaceful!

[@BuckeyestoBananas]

Went through the rainy season here in Angeles, but started thinking about Ohio, right now they are 7 degrees for a high and snow, I don't miss that a bit!

[@williamjones4483]

Having second thoughts there, Brian? I'll tell you when you announced that you all were leaving Angeles City, I was quite disappointed. I always enjoyed your commentaries about stuff happening there, especially with the former Clark Air Base and hospital. But, I get you having to get away from there also.

[@billshinas27]

Move to the province, NO THANKS

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

I understand it's not for everyone 👍

[@MrRafa52]

Is the young man on the motorcycle, Miguel who ran the store in Los Angeles? I think I heard you call him a different name!

[@welcometoparadise5986]

It looks like a place you would pass through. Stay forever I don't know about that time will tell

[@sgt.bulldog4147]

Nice to see everyone having a great time in the cold spring. You really had a serious blow out with your shoe, might need some super glue.

[@singaporedan1597]

👍👍👍

[@rodneywatkins2884]

I like ur Videos, I'm from (215) Lol now it's (267)

[@BrianDodgen]

You are a better man than me I couldn't deal with that much family in my face everyday .. wife yes kids or step kids yes but all the others Nope nope nope ...

[@WorldTravelerCA]

Actually most of us wouldn’t deal with lots family living together. Oh wait there is one more KZbinr Overstay Road I think it’s KZbin name also is living in Cebu province like local surrounded by the wife’s family and friends.

[@stanleyswift6764]

I would love to live there but I'd like to have a yard tractor so I'd have something to do there

[@RO-pd2nn]

If you decide to move, you move. Nobody else’s business! 😊

[@BennyArchuleta]

I have 10 PESO 💲 you won't Last in the 215 homestead dirt Farmer with the mosquito 🦟 pond hehehe 😂🤣😂 "" Respectfully Philly "'!! I like you & whatever makes you happy Philly! GODBLESS 🙏💖✨⭐💯😉

[@Whitepinoy]

You got to love the simple life and nice people. City Life is the same as USA Why go to the PH. Country life is the real life in the PH

[@jes2731]

Reset the trip meter every morning, and then just record the Km driven when he gets home every evening.

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

It's a basic Mio with no odometer rest. 👍

[@chuck9112]

Rainy season Philippines June to November. Dry season, December to May. Today is January 19th 😊

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Different parts of the philippines has different rainy season months

[@garyt7232]

This too shall pass. I don't think either you or Mrs. Philly have any regrets about getting away from AC.

[@usebiodiesel]

❤

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@Torakki09]

Just returned from Angeles City. Saw Jr., yelled at him, "Phillyinthephilippines". He just pointed at his mouth. Then went to Ollie's. Great hamburgers. Told them, we learned about Ollie's from you. They said, you used to come in all the time. I got the single patty, but I think the double would have match the fluffy bun perfectly. Still, best burger in the Philippines, so far.

[@John-et6xn]

It's a different way of life we have a house in dasmarinas but I love the province much better

[@andrescrux]

Moving from nyc to snyder County,Pennsylvania I can relate to what you're saying 👌 but when we spend decades running it's good to take a break 😉😂 I rather hear 🐓 then junkies arguing about beer💯🤣

[@axizcorp]

If the package is already paid Miguel can leave the package to the neighbor. That's how i tell the delivery guy. If the package is cash in delivery it's usually a problem when recepient is not around. You seem very proud of Miguel.

[@jeffreythompson9549]

Not sure if it's the same on Siargao, but in our area it seems to be all COD.

[@jeffcope100]

You say you just want to be left alone. Kinda hard to do with 133K subscribers. That's an oxymoron. Hehe.

[@kevinreeves188]

Hey Brian you can get a UA 215 shirt. I have one

[@lezleipage1324]

The province is not for me but that doesn't mean that it's not for you . God bless you and your family

[@DougPoulton]

Up to your ankles in mud six months out of the year can be a bummer. Get yourself some old fashioned Vietnam jungle boots with the Panama soles and they'll out live those knock off tennis shoes 10:1. Jungle boots have screened drain holes so you squeeze out the water when you're walking.

[@randellt]

If only I could find the right girl and live in the providence similar as to what you're doing. I lived in a concrete coffin one year in manila..not for me. I have been looking for a house on the outskirts of Cebu.. but not found a fit yet. Traveled to a couple other islands looking... FB does not list many places in the providence... and if I live in the providence and do not have a girl and family then there's a good chance many of my things will be taken when I am gone.. 🙃 Brian, I think you're living the dream! And you can go to Cebu or wherever for a week if you wish to get some city life 😉

[@fipinochildrenplaying2801]

The area around some Smaller cities is huge. U can live like on a mountain still be 20 to 30 minutes from a Robersons with car or motorcycle.

[@wl88168]

hey Phil, how has province life influenced and affected your diabetes management? i.e. medication, medical care, etc.

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

I still have to take my medication and check my levels.

[@wl88168]

@@PhillyinthePhilippines any problems/difficulties sourcing your medication and getting the regular requisite tests done?

[@dsrrellgriffith1161]

i lived in cebu city for 7 years, healthcare is a nightmare in the PI, you really do not know if u are getting real medications, or the dosage said on the package. Pharmacies in the provinces cannot be trusted, so many fake meds. I was misdiagnosed in cebu city, i thought i was dying. I emailed my doctor in the USA , she told me to get out of the PI. I flew back and was better in 1 week. I will never live in the PI, i will just visit each year.

[@BennyArchuleta]

10 thousand peso 💲 you won't last! Dengue virus 🦟🦠 fever 🤒🥵 with the dirt Farming mosquito 🦟 pond I would get out of Dodge But whatever makes you happy "' respectfully" rock on pilgrim 😉

[@MARCBEA1]

I feel bad for the guy Lot lots brother.The guy has to be a deliver boy and almost all his money will go to paying his scooter.The average wage in the province is about 500 pesos per day. There's just not a lot of jobs in the Philippines because the country has been so miss managed by the government. It's such a shame because the country is so rich in naturally resources and has 7000+ islands there's no reason why it shouldnt be one of the worlds leading tourist destination. But so many places are just dirty, broken and ugly that no tourist want to go there. What a shame.

[@jeffegg2]

you are retired. Not like you are stuck there.....

[@xzkt]

Here is a good question for you Brian. Would you rather be a little blue because it is the rainy season on the Island or would you rather be BLUE because you were back in Philly in the freezing weather of winter? lol Even paradise has some shortcomings. Have you thought about putting a cover on your scooter for rainy season? I have seen them on scooters in your videos. A windshield/roof cover would shield you from much of the rain. I wouldn't want one year around but during rainy season might be worth it. No way you are going to leave the Island, you are thriving there. Anyplace you live will have some problems and Siargao Island appears to have more positives than negatives. Live your best life! Phil

[@gregbolitho9775]

Enuf bout the back wash, thanks! Kool seein Goh Goh[?] though, way kool lil tacka, his sister is kool too! 'Your' kids are some of the highlites of 'your' vids. Thanks for that! Was an 'unpaid' baby sitter as a 'Y' Fun Club Leader in the 80s. Didn't get lucky and have a couple of my own. Slow but, sure progress at 'the 215' is something, I look forward to as well as the walbabouts in a favorite 'necka da woods'. Nice goin Miguel ✋[Hi 5] You'll get there m8! Its a process! Give up the vape though bro! 6:55in G'day cheeky 😂 How you doin! So, Tabi tabi po [Gugle says] Excuse me, may I pass? Way Kool! Like the fence [dry line]! 8:57in ✌Peace Sista✌12:54in Fresh water, nice! 14:25in None of the above m8, otherwise you wouldn't be still doin what your doin. The rain can cause a little depression bein stuck under cover [Dry] alot. M.Max'll help with that but, watch it, it''ll be slippery on the road if its been rainin! Thanks m8s, like to be there, it a kool place. Keep up the good work, stay vertical Eh!

[@row334]

Hello to all of you.

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

Hello 👋

[@charlesetienne6037]

Siargao is like Prasllin Island in the Seychelles but it is many times bigger, even putting all the Islands of Seychelles together it is about the same size as Siargao. Just imagine a country comprising 115 islands scattered in an ocean of 1.4 million kilometres apart from each other with land surface the size of Siargao. Even that small with a population of 100k people this tiny nation is the first in Africa on many indexes like GDP per capita, education system, strongest passport. Just think then I live all my life in this country with no city or town no shopping malls, no international food chains, no coffee shops, no private own cars, no discotheque, no clubs, no cinema, this is La Digue island the third most populated island with 5000 people living on it and bicycles is the way to go 3*5 km square area a big granitic rock in the ocean with lust green vegetation surrounded by sandy white beaches with blue turquoise sea. You think of all this Brian, I am 55 years old and have been living on this island raising my two children here. I have traveled to Africa, Asia and Europe visiting over 20 countries with countless big cities, will I change this life for a modern city like BGC . The answer will be yes only for the convenience and amenities that is for a break only, I prefer my small tiny tranquil place like a drop of sand in the middle of an Ocean. Siargao for the same as many of the small Islands in the Philippines I will be able to live down the path with no problem. The only difference between us is the environmental disaster there as in Seychelles there are no volcanos, no earthquakes, no venomous snakes, no wild animals, no typhoons. We have only the north and south monsoons one dry and one rainy season. Climate there is no difference between the two countries and with tropical settings. I will be there soon because I am planning to make the Philippines a big part of my second home during the year to compensate for what I miss here. This is the reason I am planning to live my retirement life until I can no longer travel long haul and settle here.

[@georgepppp533]

one solution is if i moved close by.I would not ride a scooter, but drive an SUV or dual cab ute, so we could escape places.

[@mikestraveldiary]

Best decision leaving Angeles city for good.

[@kevinburke8349]

The Koreans have ruin Angeles city with there loan sharing and Drugs, I would never go into there bars ,they dubbed your drinks you order you have to pay for each round so not to be SCAMED

[@TheDoughGetta]

Miguel got a job!!

[@davidbudd5425]

It's going to get down to minus 11 Fahrenheit or about minus 24 Celsius tomorrow night here, that's the winter blues. I'll trade with you.🥶

[@yeffblanco]

How do you possibly sleep with roosters crowing in the AM. I’m a city boy, this would be pure hell to me. 🎉 I’d be gone after one night.

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

I understand the province is not for everyone just like this city is not for everyone 👍

[@bobstewart4342]

It's pure hell for anyone with hearing at first but after a while you don't hear it.. I lived there 25 years.

[@Jupizero]

Well i knew they say Tabi tabi po to pee...

[@ErwinZado]

Question it shows that it is not really your pair of shoes !!!

[@michaelwright1278]

Everything OK till kids go to school then life changes I have 2 kids we get up 4am sort breakfast and wash at school.for 630 . school starts 7am till 430. Lunch for 2 now cost 800 plus I give 100 each for drinks etc so 1k off course u pay school every 3months . so living in province may not be so easy then

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

That's a good point, school does add a whole new dynamic!

[@fipinochildrenplaying2801]

Lunch cost 800 they eating at a resort?

[@steveshortz7200]

Living province life in the jungle, by choice. Not Blue, just green....

[@gregorylenton8200]

Sorry Brian My wife is in LUPON next to Daveo city.ifs been rain and heet there'''i no like

[@gailmaplesden7380]

I personally prefer the provinces over the concrete jungle. The fresher air and all the greenery around you do make you feel better as the plants put out oxygen and refresh the air. The pros outweigh the cons, and if you really need to be in the city or a mall, they usually aren't that far away.

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

I hear you. 👍

[@WorldTravelerCA]

Yes sure if that works for yah, Unfortunately as we get older we have think of our health and consequences that make with us when we sick, so staying near the hospital that can still save your life is must imo. Well for me anyways

[@edgregory1]

BGC is the only place for me.

[@kyleesteban467]

I'd rather be selfish with my food than have backwash. Leave me alone while I AM eating.

[@daz9062]

the only thing l want to know is when you going Diving has to why people keep asking when your leave l would say mine your own Business your happy therefor now

[@PhillyinthePhilippines]

When rainy season is over we plan to do a dive or two.

[@lezleipage1324]

GO Chiefs

[@briandora]

You are looking rough compared to clean cut image living in the city

[@Maintenance63]

Shoe goo will fix your shoes.

[@fromscla5883]

If I was there I’d buy a mountain bike or gravel bike and get a routine going. You got nothing but time in the province.

[@dsrrellgriffith1161]

have u ridden a mountain bike in extreme humdity and rain which turns everything into mud,,,,,haha,,,,mosquitos when u stop,,,etc etc,,,,Not many paved roads,,,etc etc. If u get hurt, goodluck

[@fromscla5883]

@@dsrrellgriffith1161it’s best to cycle early morning before dawn, that would be my plan. Then shower and put some fruit into a juicer and enjoy the morning after a good cardio.

[@Baloybeach]

Maybe as parents (Aunts, Uncles) it would be your responsibility to teach your kids to have manners. Teach them that a spoon is not a shovel and to eat and chew a spoonful at a time. When living there I observed many kids shoveling food down their mouths and thought, what kid of parents do these kids have, does the whole family eat like a pig.

[@tonykitchen8631]

You say 215 I say area 51 take care man