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PhilippinesHome health agency in the Philippines
Good day fellas!

Last night, as I was cutting up with my mother in law, we happen to joke around about putting up a Home health agency in the Philippines.
She is a home health nurse and I will be soon become one. She would like to retire in my beautiful country but I told her the easiest way to avoid all kinda ####### is to marry a handsome, loving, caring, Filipino guy. (She is divorced).

So, I know even the thought of this business is more likely to be unreal, considering the fact that Philippines really doesn't have that complicated health care system that the gov't actually intervine,

This is how we compared the possible success of this business to the Philippines;

Here in the US, home health agencies;
  • get paid through Medecaid or Medicare for the ones who doesn't have personal insurance.
  • doctors put their patients in home health if they need continuous care outside of the hospital premises.
  • nurses go house to house to check on those patients
In the Philippines,

The government doesn't pay attention so much in the health care since you can just visit a doctor anytime you want since they have their clinics open all through out the week, BUT, of course, there are some of the patients who just get out of the hospital, or even unable to go to the doctor's clinic due to some unforeseeable circumstances, a home health care would be something to consider.

Ok, you might be wondering, who's to pay for the care of these people? The doctors would absolutely not,

Here's what we thought, Philippines have "PHILHEALTH" its the same thing as medicare in the United States. This pay for the people who are not able to pay the hospital bills and all that. In order for the business to kick in with the approval of the lowest form government that has the power to include this new health care system, we have to IF discuss this with the governor or a certain province to include this in his/her program. OR is there any way that we could bypass this route?

So, tell me about this plan guys. I would really appreciate your input on this.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-10-16 08:55:00
Philippinescalling it quits

Jandk you are not here to see what is going on. You seem to only side with the pinay....

I got some final advice from my mom and dad. They agree that I should send her a s s back to the jungle. Ill shopping online and try to get her a s s on the next plane out. F this, I might be better off as single.


I think that is the best thing to do. If things aren't working out and you have tried to talk to her and she is acting like a teedee baby, send her back home. Why wait until someone gets hurt physically, emotionally, mentally.

Teach her a lesson that everything is not only about her, the money, the "wants" of her family that she thinks should be met because she is the US and earning money is just like eating a piece of cake.

I believe that she is trying to live up the expectations of her family back home, friends, neighbor that " I'm here in the United States, I should be able to do this, do that, provide this and that" which I'm afraid will soon become a norm in the filipino acts once stepped in the land of Milk and honey.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-10-24 19:48:00
Philippinescalling it quits
Jason, have you asked yourself its too early to give up a marriage?

She was just here for couple of months and is still in the adjustment in a new environment stage. Instead of saying she lacks common sense, how about try to sit down and talk to her and lay your concerns to her. The fact that she was trying to figure out how to send money to her family without your knowing shows that you and her hasn't establish "Trust" in marriage.

I was once in the situation where in I was so hesitant to tell my husband to lend a hand to my family back home since I wasn't working yet, but my husband re-assured to me that whenever my family needs a "serious" help, I can count on him.

New couples struggle to establish few key points to make a relationship working hand and hand;

1. COMFORTABLENESS --- (small word but BIG meaning) For you to be able to rely your concerns to your S.O you should be comfortable enough to even catch his/her attention. If you are comfortable in talking things over, honesty comes along the way.

2. Trust

3. Honesty

$900 is way too much for a phone bill, but does her family have their computer at home so she can talk to them anytime? They can buy a 2nd hand desktop for only $150 and like $20/mon for a decent internet connection.

So, talk to her and make it clear that you didn't like what she did and next time, she has to talk to you about matters like that. If ever she did it again, fly her in an earliest flight to the Philippines!
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-10-24 15:49:00
PhilippinesSatellite Internet
Ok. I sent an inquiry about the satellite internet service to speedcast company.. here is what they replied..
----
Thanks for your email.

The monthly recurring charges and equipment cost will depend on the bandwidth that you need.

As an estimate, for a 256kbps/ 1Mbps service, you will need to install a 2.4m antenna at your site.

Bandwidth recurring charges is about USD 620/month and the eqmt set (ex Hong Kong) is about USD 3,900

This is excluding local customs, tax, engineering services and license.

Please advise if we can proceed further to provide the full details and terms.

Look forward to hearing from you.

<angeline.dass@speedcast.com>


Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-10-25 19:59:00
PhilippinesSatellite Internet
I was once in the same thoughts with you, however when I start receiving the information from the satellite service providers I have inquired with, I then realized that this is something that is only for people who has big bucks, or business.

Since the market of the satellite internet is really not that common for household setting, as economy speaks.. supply and demand. The cheapest I think that I can recall was Php 85,000 for the installation and 1/yr contract.
I couldn't remember the company name for this since it was like 3 yrs ago since I tried to gather infos about this.

I think it might give you an idea that satellite internet is a little bit costly.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-10-21 23:17:00
PhilippinesCHEAP WAY TO SEND $$$ MONTHLY BACK HOME
This is indeed the cheapest way to send money back home so far.
And I wish there is a local WF branch around here.

Thank you for sharing!
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-10-15 16:46:00
PhilippinesLearning my fiancee 's culture
Speaking in short cut manner is something that has been a part of pinoy culture.

My husband and I have had few funny moments when I asks him, "have you seen my cell charger?" and whenever I say "I'm "LOW-BATT"
and he would usually correct me for saying it properly to " My battery is low"

So, to fellows who are learning your S.O's culture.. its just natural if we say things in crooked, So its something that the spouse has to learn and adjust.

Edited by Cutie_Patootie, 25 September 2010 - 03:38 PM.

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-09-25 15:38:00
PhilippinesHow can I bring my wedding gown safely on my trip to US?
I can still remember when my husband brought with him my wedding gown going to US. Since we got married here in PI.
But my suggestion too would be, If you can just put it in its box and just put "handle with care". so you can just check it in.
Less hassle. Just a little tip too, you can write your husband's number on the surface of the box. Dont make it too BIG naman.tongue.gif In case something happen, it got lost or what so ever, there's always a quick contact number.

Congratulations and best wishes! rose.gif

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2008-09-29 09:23:00
PhilippinesLuggage

Go to ChinaTown in PI, find you some Louis Vutton or Coach Luggage and bring all your stuff back in it. When you arrive give the luggage to your family or friends


I don't think this is a good idea. There was this lady I read over the internet who bought herself these luxurious brand for luggages and purses to show off, but then when she arrived in the US, the customs officer had to stop her for bringing in the imitation to the US. So I think you know now what had happen.

So, I wouldn't suggest this.

Edited by Cutie_Patootie, 10 November 2010 - 09:36 PM.

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-10 21:35:00
PhilippinesLuggage

Cutie_Patootie, yung Urban mo ba, anong model number at magkano? Are they still in very good shape? I'm planning to get a medium-sized one for check-in and a small one for carry-on.


I'm not sure kung ano yung model number. It was their latest luggage that time, Novemeber '09.I got me the purple color because it was the edition of bright colors.
Actually, that luggage has been back in the PI, when my uncle visited me here, I sent him so many pasalubong to my family, puno yung luggage na yun, so yeah, Its a very good quality.
I spent like 3.8K Php for that, the features was digital lock which the TSA has key for it so they won't have to whack your luggage's lock once you reach the customs inspection in the US.
The measurement was the allowed measurement for airlines domestic and international, so I didn't have to worry about excess measurement.

have a safe trip and welcome to the US!
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-10 21:29:00
PhilippinesLuggage
Buy Urban.
lightweight and has more room for your stuffs. I bought me 2 when I flew.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-09 21:33:00
PhilippinesClinton tells Pinoys: Get more people to come home

Thanks for this article, I enjoyed reading it very much. :)


--- Kaye


Off topic.

Kaye, when will I see few pics of your little one?.
I've been waiting for it.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-12 22:58:00
PhilippinesClinton tells Pinoys: Get more people to come home
This article is very true.

Good reads. :) Thank you for sharing!
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-12 22:33:00
PhilippinesPacquiao vs Margarito

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE PHILIPPINE'S PRIDE!!!

CONGRESSMAN MANNY "PACMAN" PAQUIAO.


Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-14 00:48:00
PhilippinesPacquiao vs Margarito
This is a live streaming in HBO. A friend of mine shared this to me.
I will surely not pay $55 bucks for the game so I can't complain for this live streaming in the internet.

LIVE! PACMAN VS. MARGARITO in HBO.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-13 19:11:00
PhilippinesHonesty, Fidelity and Culture
This topic tickled my hibernating anger for women from my own country who does such conscienceless, fraudulent act.

Coming from my own point of view, I believe women who are more likely to prey foreigners usually Americans, are the ones who are more than desperate to taste the so called American dream. A bragging rights both having a 'kano" and being in the US is a jackpot.
These women are more and likely looking for an easy way to have a comfortable life thinking Americans can give it to them in a silver platter. Then, when their expectations were not met, they tend to seek comfort from another man's presence.
The ultimate goal of these women is to emigrate all her family to the US. (Why not? I think its nice too). And for these American men, who would like to meet, marry someone from the Philippines because women are, (first of all, HOT), caring, loving, affectionate yada yada yada... tend to be more vulnerable in terms of opening their doors for a possible marriage. First of all, I don't believe on love at first sight, so as love at first "Hi, ASL pls?", Love is discovering, molding, and knowing your partner inch by inch of his/her self that includes even you knew each other from the internet.

Establish Honesty. That I mean, Your honesty to her and her honesty to you. I know there is no way you will know if the girl is really telling the truth from the first 2 or 3 months of your getting to know each other stage, but I would say that as a man, you should be careful enough to spot a red flag. (i.e, She is so eager to talk to you, she'd always sends you offline messages, saying she misses you,-- Come on man!) .

Fidelity. Build it Bigger. --- Fidelity is a big word. If you give your gf/ spouse all the reason to be faithful to you, chances are she'd return the favor. But if you happen to have a spoiled little brat, chances are she'd play around.

Culture plays a very vital rule in an interracial marriages. Couples needs to give it sometime to really learn the process of adjustment and the rest will follow. Understanding, open mind and heart is the primary key to make that cultural gap nonexistent.

My thoughts to the women who are concealing their bad acts to their spouses.--- Everything comes to an end, and how ever long you can keep your tiny little secrets, truth will prevail.
My thoughts to the men which has soft heart-- Guard your hearts. Never let predators persuade you. Always make sure that you know the consequences of engaging yourself to a form of relationship like what we all had since square one.

Edited by Cutie_Patootie, 18 November 2010 - 11:06 PM.

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-18 23:03:00
PhilippinesFINDING NEW FRIEND'S HERE IN BUFFALO NEWYORK!!
I am nowhere near Buffalo but I would like to let you know that you have one handsome little guy.
Kisses and smooches for him. :luv:
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-20 20:53:00
PhilippinesHeartbroken and deceived---need help/advice
Saddenednow,
I commend you for being such an open minded person. But sometimes even you love someone the most, you have to learn how to let that someone go even it means hurting yourself temporarily.
She has done this to you without even thinking what you will feel if you find out, but her you are you are trying to fix a broken glass but sooner or later it will also shatter.

She has made mistakes and its only right that you forgive her. She had your forgiveness by giving her second chance.. YET, she failed you again, how many more chances you will give her until you really realized that this girl is not right for you. Marriage is about giving oneself fully to your partner not half for you and half to the other. Based from your posts, you seem to be very loving man, but even though you and her try to work things out, you will always have that thought at the back of your mind that she has once, twice and how many more times will try to cheat on you, because she knows you will always forgive her.

Talk to her and lay your last words. She will have a better life when she moves on, and so will you.

Edited by Cutie_Patootie, 21 November 2010 - 11:36 PM.

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-21 23:35:00
PhilippinesHeartbroken and deceived---need help/advice
Ok guys.. knock it off! There's a lot to talk about here rather than talking about bad breaths. If y'all want to talk about hygiene now.. make another thread. Don't hijack someone else's thread who is hurting and in pain.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-18 23:15:00
PhilippinesHeartbroken and deceived---need help/advice
I am sorry about this very depressing revelation. There was one person(cheating story)here in VJ who was 90% alike of what had happen with you and he was very decisive on his actions to send her wife back to the Philippines,and I would like to see you do the right thing. SEND HER BACK HOME. A cheater will always be a cheater.

Save your save from more heartaches. Don't adjust her status, buy her the one way ticket and personally escort her at the airport and really watch her step into the plane.

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-17 19:44:00
PhilippinesKorean insults Filipino Accents

Bullied? attacked? Come on, she was just joking around , and No the American and English accents were not perfect, and neither was the filipino accent. But you can't just assume she was doing it to be against filipinos. I'm sure if you were asked to do 4 or 5 accents you wouldn't get them 100% right either, but its not offensive .

The philippines needs to relax and stop the attitude of thinking that everyone is out to down them, or against them. Wouldn't you feel the same if you were in our shoes???


Its clearly not the case. Her american accent was exaggerated but its still in good fun


Well, I guess you are just being lenient about your language. But we tend to love ours at the same time stand for what is fair especially if someone is trying to show to the world that we are a horrible speaker.
I'm finished.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-11 19:40:00
PhilippinesKorean insults Filipino Accents

Filipinos are too sensitive, The lady did American and English accents and you don't see us complaining.


The thing about this video is that she DELIVER the sentence well in American accent, so as the English accent. We Filipinos can imitate what ever accent there is properly, (at least the ones who are gifted with knowledge in English language) , You didn't complain mainly because the accent was right.. And when it comes to the Filipino accent, it wasn't pleasantly enunciated well, so of course we will not tolerate that kind of insult.

For the record, we are not too sensitive about this kind of thing, but no race deserves to be bullied like this esp if the backbone of the country is the one being attacked.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-11 17:44:00
Philippinessending packages to the philippines

I would send her the money and have her buy a laptop there. No risk of damage during transport and no taxes.
I sent a Balikbayan back in beginning of October and it just now got to Manila.
U.S. customs is doing a lot more inspecting which is really delaying things.


Atencio,
Which carrier did you use for your balikbayan box?
and how much did you have to pay?
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-27 15:45:00
Philippinessending packages to the philippines
I wouldn't even dare thinking to send it through USPS.
I will definitely send it through FEDEX or UPS, or DHL. They might charged you ungodly but man, it'll surely reach your recipient.
Less headaches and uncertainty.

I got some electronics to send to my hommies back home from Black Friday deals but I will just send it through a cargo service.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-11-27 15:28:00
PhilippinesTravel Agency
ALISTO TRAVEL
02-8734929

Look for Lali Banares.

I got my ticket for less than $500 straight flight MNL -LAX via Philippine Airlines.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-10-06 16:41:00
PhilippinesOur Little Guy Said his first word today!
Praise God.

This is such a remarkable news. You and Anna must be so happy.
We all hope to hear more wonderful news on y'all little boy's progress.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-01-11 21:53:00
PhilippinesMessed up on getting the Affidavit

^^^ Joseph...Pay attention to Catherine...her advice is sugarless. :thumbs:


Shhhh.. No calling of names. lol
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-01-11 22:24:00
PhilippinesMessed up on getting the Affidavit
As much as I don't want to suggest about shredding more money just to get things done, this time I might have to. Due to the circumstances embarking that might cause some delays for you guys to get married, You can skip that 10 days window to get a marriage license. But I don't think you'd be able to get married w/o the paperwork from the embassy. How?

They will require you to attend this (I'd say waste of time) family planning seminar, and counseling before they can release your marriage license. In our case, (this is how money works and talks) my husband and I paid this "package" that the judge's secretary offered us that will consolidate everything including that seminar for 10K. Then.. Viola, got the license 2 days after!

So I would suggest, after you get the Legal Capacity to Lieu marriage, hop in to the fastest car that can bring you to the city hall of which you want to marry your gal. Bring all the documents both of you needs to turn in and ask around to see if you can slack on the Legal Capacity and turn it in at later date plus if you can get away with the 10 days waiting period. There has to be some kinda way when you tell them, "HOW MUCH".

Congratulations in advance and best wishes!
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-01-11 21:47:00
PhilippinesThank goodness!


Congratulations for the smooth interview . Boy, you saved few hundred dollars for the ROC. lol

You won't have to worry about USCIS for 3 yrs down the road.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-01-16 14:01:00
Philippinesterminal fee from philippines to lousiana

Thank you very very much everybody.
We are in Pitkin
Thank you very much.


Glad to know you are bound to Louisiana.
You are like 1.5 hrs away from us, we live in Eunice.

welcome to the cajun land. :thumbs:
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-01-16 17:50:00
Philippineshey guys!!

Nice if you just want a trophy wife hanging from your arm.

Otherwise, don't follow your ####### but listen to your heart and understand the difference between pity and love.

My wife already had a child and wasn't able to finis her college education due to financial difficulties but that doesn't diminish her as a person.

Your list of requirements is as shallow as a list containing body measurements, hair or eye color.

Don't marry a women because she can earn x dollars or any other item on a stupid list.

Marry a woman because her soul touches yours.

BTW, TCO I do realize that you're nothing more than a professional troll here on VJ. My response isn't for you but for anyone who might think your words have any value...


Couldn't agree more Bob.

I just don't understand why some man tend to be so conceited that they caught the perfect fish the the Philippine Island and not to mention they are not so "Good looking" to even brag themselves.

Tell you what TCO, here's a list for you too;

Start going to the gym rather than getting fat while walking with superb sexy 23 yr old filipina wife.

Be ready to live in the streets because she will take everything what you have when she divorce you real soon since she is SMART w/ degree.

Start living in the fantasy that she feels the same way when you marry her.

Most especially, get back to us when reach at least your 10th year anniversary see if YOUR LIST WORKS BEFORE I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-01-16 13:44:00
PhilippinesWhich city and state are you?

Hi! I'm in Ulysses Kansas, 3 hours drive from Wichita :)



Hey Ann.
This has nothing to do with the location, I visited your blog and I just want to tell you that you are very blessed with those hands that can paint a thousand smiles on those bags and people's faces.

Kindly PM me what type of Paint you are using for those bags, If you are comfortable enough to tell me, I'd like to try to paint one for myself.

Edited by Cutie_Patootie, 30 July 2010 - 10:31 AM.

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2010-07-30 10:30:00
PhilippinesWhich city and state are you?
kicking.gif Yay! I'm on the list now. Thank you Ate Riza... Goodluck po sa upcoming event nyo...
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2008-09-23 18:48:00
PhilippinesWhich city and state are you?


hey there ate riza,
I dont think you already counted me in. star_smile.gif
or I just didn't saw it. My husband is from Ville Platte, Louisiana
Hmm, we're 3 now...[/color]

Edited by my_panacea = Greg, 26 August 2008 - 05:15 AM.

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2008-08-26 05:12:00
PhilippinesWhich city and state are you?
hi ate ryza! nice thread!.. My hubby is from VILLE PLATTE,LOUISIANA.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2008-06-04 05:43:00
PhilippinesHow do you say goodbye?
I will always say,... I LEFT MY HEART IN THE PHILIPPINES! :crying:
This post just made me feel lonesome of my family.

My departure from the Philippines last 2009 was so painful and devastating. Simple because,a day before my flight, my grandfather who has raised me since the age of 7 was rushed to the hospital due to a heart attacked. Being a Lolo's girl, I blamed myself for the longest even few times recently for leaving, and not reassuring him how I love him so much. Now that he is not getting any better, all I can do is to provide him with medications he needs as a substitute for my distant love. I just miss him sorely.:(

I often tell myself, I'm tougher than I think but moving and leaving them (family, good paying-stable job, extraordinary friends) was so heart breaking.

Point here is that, there's always two ends in every bridge, You can't stay in both places. Choices are hard to make especially if the ones you love are involved in that big leap of faith. Leaving doesn't mean goodbye if you leave them in a good note. Goodbyes implies you didn't care for them so you want to leave everything behind. So I would suggest, spend as much quality time with your parents, do all the things that you love the most in our country while you can, coz I'm tellin you girl, You ain't doin nothin near of what we can do in Pinas once you are here in the US!
Go meet disconnected friends, and savor the feeling of Manila fever and all kinda stuff. If your parents are not so techy people, Set up the computer properly so you can talk to them anytime when you wanted. Most importantly, braise yourself to a total 360 degrees turning point of your life. Because you will not only be a wife, but also a new member of someone's family in a new setting, in a new country.

Cheers to a good future in the US and wherever you and Tim's heart desires!

Edited by Cutie_Patootie, 03 February 2011 - 06:09 PM.

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-02-03 18:06:00
PhilippinesI'm a bit Nervous and paranoid:(:(
I watched this documentary in history channel about becoming a US Citizen to people who are seeking to be one and there was one segment there that they showed how AOS interview looks like if you came in with K1 visa. The consul interviews you and your spouse separately/one at a time and ask you sensitive questions such as " who sleeps in the right side of the bed?" " What type of family planning are you using?" so if one says differently, I guess its up to the consul how s/he'd come up with the decision.

But, like what others have mentioned, just relax and try to touch that other "personal" side of being married, who knows you'd really be ask these questions. Just make sure y'all both know what to say. :)

Good luck!
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-03-05 04:39:00
PhilippinesAny XOOM coupons lately?
Did you use the same card for your registration?
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-03-14 16:57:00
PhilippinesAny XOOM coupons lately?
I have been snooping around VJ hoping to find a xoom coupon posted for this month. Yet no luck.

Has anyone here used Xoom this month and has successfully used a coupon code?

Please share. :) thank you.

Appreciated.

Edited by Cutie_Patootie, 14 March 2011 - 04:31 PM.

Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-03-14 16:30:00
PhilippinesMen Your Thoughts On Filipina

I think the thread is about why our Filipina is "the one".


Yes please!:ot2:


The reactions to the hijacker is like a noise pollution in my ears already.
Cutie_PatootieFemalePhilippines2011-03-17 16:14:00