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Lotus Eater

Lotus Eater

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English looking for information about Philippines

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1745

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About me

English

Lives in Bath

Speaks English, some French

Registration: 26 June 2012

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Lotus Eater replied to a thread
5 hours ago
PalawOne

Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus .. Ishiba visits Marcos by PalawOne

"Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus as Ishiba visits Manila for key talks with Marcos"Shigeru Ishiba is expected to push for full ratification of a reciprocal access agreement, paving the way for expanded military cooperationBy: Sam Beltran ...

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In this climate??? I hardly use my undies whilst at home & it's compliment my state of mind "ffffrrrreeeeeddddoooommmm" - @manwonderMay I enquire as to whether your GF reciprocates? Read More

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Yesterday
PalawOne

Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus .. Ishiba visits Marcos by PalawOne

"Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus as Ishiba visits Manila for key talks with Marcos"Shigeru Ishiba is expected to push for full ratification of a reciprocal access agreement, paving the way for expanded military cooperationBy: Sam Beltran ...

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@Cherryann01 I will be in the Philippines in a couple of weeksDo keep all the Forum gang updated with your 'escapades' CA. She looks gorgeous ;) Read More

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Yesterday
PalawOne

Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus .. Ishiba visits Marcos by PalawOne

"Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus as Ishiba visits Manila for key talks with Marcos"Shigeru Ishiba is expected to push for full ratification of a reciprocal access agreement, paving the way for expanded military cooperationBy: Sam Beltran ...

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@FredI haven't applied for a job since 2008. People just call me and offer jobs.That's one advantage in having a unique skill set. I no longer have a CV - I don't need it.You and Coach 53 would get along swell. Stroke each others ego. Funny thing ... Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
2 days ago
PalawOne

Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus .. Ishiba visits Marcos by PalawOne

"Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus as Ishiba visits Manila for key talks with Marcos"Shigeru Ishiba is expected to push for full ratification of a reciprocal access agreement, paving the way for expanded military cooperationBy: Sam Beltran ...

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@FredThe new ones are also M&S, so I expect long service from them as well.For our American friends M&S (Marks & Spencer) is a British institution. There are stores throughout Asia. The joke is that 90% of British men get their underwear ... Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
3 days ago
PalawOne

Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus .. Ishiba visits Marcos by PalawOne

"Japan-Philippines defence pact in focus as Ishiba visits Manila for key talks with Marcos"Shigeru Ishiba is expected to push for full ratification of a reciprocal access agreement, paving the way for expanded military cooperationBy: Sam Beltran ...

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@Enzyte BobI've asked so many times, why does Fred spend so much time on the Philippine forum?It’s obvious Bob. Fred is a paid up member of the Chinese communist party and works for the propaganda directorate - Asian °µÍø½ûÇø division. 😎 Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
3 days ago
GuestPoster33980

Cebu rentals,ect by GuestPoster33980

I currently reside in Palm Springs,Ca and seriously considering relocation to Cebu long term via SRRV.I have done my research and Cebu seems to be a good fit for me.I am retired from the food&beverage industry,single, a fit 78 years old.This ...

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@arthow1847First of all Panama I found highly over rated and can be very expensive especially for a  for rentals in Pamana City.The place is very hot&humid,congested,loud and noisy, and what i found a lack of a actual culture.This will come ... Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
4 days ago
Cherryann01

Filipina Tennis Sensation by Cherryann01

I have just been reading the news and sport this morning and it seems that the Philippines has a new rising sports sensation. Alexandra Eala was beaten this week by World No2 Iga Swiatek in 3 sets in a tournament in the second round in Madrid ...

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@bigpearlI often wonder if you (Fred) have as much fun on the Indonesian °µÍø½ûÇø sites.It's slightly more enthralling than watching paint dry. Occasionally our British °µÍø½ûÇø friend Wyngrove pops up to echo Freds hallowed opinions. Bless. Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
6 days ago
Puddman

Returning from a Canadian Road Trip by Puddman

Fellow °µÍø½ûÇøs,I haven’t been online for some time now, but I just returned from my home country of Canada, What a road trip, and how much has changed there since I was last there in 2014. I felt like a foreigner in my home country.has anybody ...

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@flyrite777 I wonder how many Americans will be vacationing in Canada this year.. Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
6 days ago
Cherryann01

Filipina Tennis Sensation by Cherryann01

I have just been reading the news and sport this morning and it seems that the Philippines has a new rising sports sensation. Alexandra Eala was beaten this week by World No2 Iga Swiatek in 3 sets in a tournament in the second round in Madrid ...

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@Aidan in HCMCThe US Open Girls' Singles tournament is open to female-identified players. Transgender athletes, specifically those who have transitioned to female, have been able to participate in women's sports, including the US Open, under ... Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
last week
Cherryann01

Filipina Tennis Sensation by Cherryann01

I have just been reading the news and sport this morning and it seems that the Philippines has a new rising sports sensation. Alexandra Eala was beaten this week by World No2 Iga Swiatek in 3 sets in a tournament in the second round in Madrid ...

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@Cherryann01I hear she has a good forehand ;) Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
last week
Fred

The US wants in on QRIS by Fred

QRIS is an extremely popular, safe, and easy way to pay for pretty much anything in Indonesia.It's so popular, a lot of shops and restaurants hardly use anything else. You still see the odd card payment, but most are QRIS.Many places have gone ...

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@FredYes I have both Grab & Gojek but as you say I seem to recall I could not top up the Gopay account. Am I missing something or are all non Indonesian citizens caught in this cash only farce? Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
last week
Fred

The US wants in on QRIS by Fred

QRIS is an extremely popular, safe, and easy way to pay for pretty much anything in Indonesia.It's so popular, a lot of shops and restaurants hardly use anything else. You still see the odd card payment, but most are QRIS.Many places have gone ...

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On my last visit to Indonesia I struggled with taxi drivers taking cash unless I had small denominations. I’m fairly sure that they use QRIS for easier payments. Fine with me but apparently I was told that without an Indonesian bank account I ... Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
last week
PalawOne

World's Best Islands to Visit for 2025 by PalawOne

World's Best Islands to Visit for 2025 😀Source: U.S. News & World Report

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@mugtech£ sterling is way up against the greenback but in a recent poll 14% of Brits say they have altered their travel plans to the USA. Presumably by the laws of chance someone on that cruise mugtech is in for a double celebration! Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
last week
PalawOne

Hmm .. is this different from Russian missles on Cuba? by PalawOne

Don't know what's right, but ...Wondering how this is any different from Russian missiles in Cuba?https://www.defenseone.com/threats/2025/03/the-d-brief-march-26-2025/404058/Beijing hates the Typhon missile launcher Biden sent to the Philippines. ...

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@FredThey are losing the economic war to a vastly superior nation of capitalistsA nation that treats its subjects as pawns in a game. A nation of subjects with no free speech and verified instances of human rights abuses. If we were in China this ... Read More

Lotus Eater replied to a thread
last week
Travelnman59

Mail forwarding by Travelnman59

I'm thinking of moving to Davao so I'm trying to get all the necessary items taken care of. One of my first questions is how do you get your mail forwarded? I have no.one here that would do it. I've read about some mail forwarding but haven't seen ...

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Old Dog New Tricks in one of his cerebral videos had the right idea of working on a ‘need to know’ basis when meeting a potential GF for the first time. State that you rely solely on your state pension and nothing else. In your case CA ... Read More