Philippines is an interesting place. I spend some times in Manila. Visited monuments, malls & malls. I met my friends finally and there families. They are nice and very hospitable. Freda, one of my close chat friend became very close. We travel many places including her home town in Samar and she really took care of me through out my trip. I've also met my other friend Coby and visited his home province in Cagayan de Oro. I didn't get much chance to step in beaches but still I enjoy my visit. Didn't meet my other close friend Sandy but we text each other often and will definitely meet up with her on my next trip. I've gain some appreciation on how simple people live because lack of infrastructure like having basic water system and integrated transportation. In Freda's house we have to pump water by hand. We take life for granted most of our lives and now life simplify isn't so bad. My business plan still in my mind so my 2nd trip will be different and explore extensively in tourist areas. I can say I had a pretty good first impression of the Philippines and I think it has potentials.
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