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If you weren’t shacked up, would you feel different about Red Square?
No need to answer. 🤣
» Posted By Drain Snake On 01/September/2026 @ 8:55 am
Happy birthday, and thank you for doing what you can to help the less fortunate.
» Posted By Drain Snake On 27/August/2026 @ 6:56 am
Yes, a campaign of providing trash receptacles that can’t be foraged through.
And a public service announcement campaign featuring well-known celebrities explaining that littering is very uncool, and in fact demonstrates that the offender is an ignorant bumpkin, would work wonders.
But there’s no easy money in all that, so …
» Posted By Drain Snake On 17/August/2026 @ 1:12 pm
Since you’re on the ground there, have you sensed any of the purported local vs. Israeli tension that’s been described in numerous media accounts and social media posts?
I suspect these accounts are way overblown but there have undoubtedly been a few incidents. I do have to chuckle when the arrest of an Israeli couple for allegedly running a bed and breakfast without proper visas or permitting makes the national news. Filipinos can be so ridiculously petty and reactionary.
» Posted By Drain Snake On 10/August/2026 @ 9:04 am
Food looked great but I wouldn’t wipe my butt with that crusty menu. Sorry, pet peeve of mine. Literally one of the first things a customer sees, but too often looks like a used snot rag. Seriously, how hard can it be?
I know, I know: Just learn to accept mediocrity and incompetence because it won’t change.
Ok, rant over.
Cheers!
» Posted By Drain Snake On 08/August/2026 @ 10:45 am
Many folks, including many in government and media, conflate deaths of people who tested positive for Covid with deaths FROM Covid.
It’s not that simple. Many people who would have died anyway also had Covid when they died. Many who would have otherwise survived died because Covid compounded other health problems. And plenty died of Covid, period. People don’t all run the same. We’ll never know the true numbers for each category.
Most reasonable people now understand that governments overreacted to Covid and that there was also lots of unscrupulous profiteering.
But the notion that “the severity of the virus was overstated so all the restrictions that followed could be implemented” is venturing far into a tunnel of batshit. To really believe that, you’d have to believe that various governments conspired to implement repressive restrictions that caused economic havoc and fomented unrest because…. why? Just to be repressive? So big pharma could profit while the tax base crumbled?
Come on. There was a rapidly evolving pandemic of unknown scope and duration, there was panic and overreaction, there was stupidity, and there was resentment, anger, paranoia, and nonsense.
And there has been exploitation of all of the above.
» Posted By Drain Snake On 02/August/2026 @ 11:52 am
Gotta agree with Brian here.
Yes, there was a ton of stupidity (and corruption) in the reaction to Covid, but there was an actual pandemic and many, many people died. There was a steep learning curve, and there were many unknowns.
Fauci may not have been completely straight with us, but some of those examples in your chart above obviously present false equivalencies and don’t demonstrate anything besides a clumsy attempt at agitprop and personal attack. “Real” and “reliable” are completely different concepts, especially when taken out of context, to give just one example.
If this whole thong was just a “scam,” as that word is commonly understood, then it resulted from the most unprecedented, widespread, and truly incredible success of international conspiracy and cooperation of which this world has never previously proved remotely capable.
Surely that’s not what you’re suggesting.
» Posted By Drain Snake On 01/August/2026 @ 2:11 pm
Well, it’s actually pretty fair to say we were kicked out of Subic, and that video is essentially correct but does gloss over some nuance, probably for the sake of brevity.
A few issues not mentioned: Subic was also heavily damaged by Pinatubo and needed a lot of work; all military bases create significant environmental problems that often take many years to rectify after closure, and the Philippines failed to consider this issue but did cry about it later, mostly to no avail; the senators who voted against the treaty were not primarily interested in payback for human rights abuses under US-backed Marcos, as claimed, but were mostly either short-sighted and myopic nationalists, posturing egotistical patriots concerned with their perceived place in history (self-absorbed nationalism was quite fashionable in those days), or cynical political opportunists looking beyond the feckless Aquino regime, which was on its last legs.
Perhaps most importantly, the Cold War had ended and Subic was no longer as vital to US security interests, especially since the Philippines and its tantrums were such a pain in the ass to deal with.
Had political maturity prevailed, the Philippines could have negotiated a shorter extension for Subic to protect jobs and help stabilize its economy, required environmental remediation upon closure of Subic, Clark, and other US installations, developed a coherent plan for base redevelopment and future environmental protection, and provided for the protection of Philippine territory and national security.
But “the hands that freed the nation” prevailed instead and it all went to shit while China chuckled in the wings. And some damned fools are still proud of it, perpetuating the hallowed tradition of screwing things up and then blaming the big bad Americans to divert attention.
Sayang.
» Posted By Drain Snake On 25/July/2026 @ 5:17 am
Stepping outside the usual light-hearted banter and subject matter, I want to bring to your attention a situation that’s gained national attention regarding your neck of the woods.
It seems that the local government allowed a massive illegal dumpsite to operate for years up in Sitio Tibag, Barangay Naugsol, on land that is designated as Aeta ancestral domain.
Since you and your pals hike in the area and interact with and appreciate the Aetas (and seem to share my outrage at the callous polluting of this beautiful country), I think you and perhaps some readers will be quite interested in viewing the GMA documentary “Ibinasurang Paraiso” (basically “Trashed Paradise”), which aired two weeks ago and is available on YouTube (link at end of post). You may already be aware of some aspects of this tale.
The program is in Tagalog, which I’m sure Swan would be happy to translate, but the visuals alone tell a very compelling story. In summary: a road was built, a massive illegal dump was established, Aeta objections were ignored, drinking water that some Aetas rely upon was contaminated, and now the forest has been decimated and the place stinks like shit. Oh, and somebody made a lot of money.
Although the national government has ordered the dump closed, the mess is obviously still there. And, needless to say, nobody is really being held accountable, financially or criminally. This will all be forgotten soon as short attention spans shift to the next big outrage. The Filipino Way and all. And there’s no big and immediate financial incentive to right this egregious wrong.
But I do think this is important and that GMA did an outstanding job. Check it out:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=fVjr24TOVx0&ra=m
» Posted By Drain Snake On 24/July/2026 @ 5:25 am
Sounds like you kids need to knock off the sauce a bit.
While Leroy’s assessment seems a tad harsh, I tend to agree in principle.
Declaring “It’s over” because of petty shit like this is a real red flag.
But proposing to stick around as caregiver on premises (and thus continue to receive pera and housing) is an even bigger red flag and should make any rational adult carefully consider what that may indicate about the depth of a relationship and perceived commitment.
This type of behavior typically follows after some sizable financial windfall is provided or major purchase or change in status is made and there is no turning back. Upon achieving said conquest, a new sense of empowerment and “already got what I wanted” tends to bring out somewhat truer colors.
Your commitment and willingness to reconcile are admirable on one hand, but should you really need to cajole after three years?
Who really holds the cards here? And who’s susceptible to emotional manipulation?
Who wants to deal with this kind of drama and insecurity as the clock winds down?
Cheers
» Posted By Drain Snake On 22/July/2026 @ 5:11 am
“He could cut off all money to Swan and her family tomorrow and nothing would change.”
Denial ain’t no river in Egypt.
» Posted By Drain Snake On 22/July/2026 @ 5:15 am
A fine tale either way.
Cheers» Posted By Drain Snake On 21/July/2026 @ 6:48 pm
Please regale your humble audience with a few choice tales of mailman pecadillos of yore.
» Posted By Drain Snake On 20/July/2026 @ 2:29 pm
Sadly, “the Filipino way” too often just means meek acceptance of mediocrity and incompetence, as well as pollution and public health and safety hazards. It holds the nation back. You and I will never change it. All we can do is try to set good examples.
I have found that one way to deal with a lack of change is to just have a few more beers or snacks or whatever until the tab is sufficient to be covered by the large bill. No, you shouldn’t have to spend more, but it does solve the problem.
Cheers
» Posted By Drain Snake On 18/July/2026 @ 7:41 am
I know because flood waters in Manila are absolutely disgusting to even think about, and I’ve waded through far more than anyone with a modicum of sense should even contemplate. The things we do for love…
» Posted By Drain Snake On 14/July/2026 @ 6:45 pm
Upon successfully navigating Philippine flood waters on foot, rubbing alcohol applied generously to affected skin is indeed your friend. Ask me how I know…
» Posted By Drain Snake On 14/July/2026 @ 12:45 pm
She had a tampo trip but eventually recalled how her bread gets buttered. If she seriously thought about splitting over that trivial incident, the red flag has been hoisted.
Just sayin’.
Bawal magtampo dito.
Cheers
» Posted By Drain Snake On 13/July/2026 @ 2:25 pm
Hope it’s nothing a few beers won’t fix.
Cheers
» Posted By Drain Snake On 11/July/2026 @ 2:37 pm
Bar girls are easily spoiled and often conclude that they’re the ones who should expect to be coddled and entertained. Then again, some are just incredibly stupid and won’t do more than breath unless they receive explicit instructions.
That being said, you might have tried the ol’ “Hello ladies, may I join you?” and considered the response before proceeding.Cheers
» Posted By Drain Snake On 11/July/2026 @ 4:55 am
Happy Independence Day and Philippine-American Friendship Day!
» Posted By Drain Snake On 05/July/2026 @ 12:03 am
Damn, some folks be all TMI an’ shit. 😬
» Posted By Drain Snake On 04/July/2026 @ 3:37 pm
Having never participated in a rap battle, and generally despising rap as a major contributor to the decline of Western civilization, culture, and civility (along with obligatory accoutrements like tooth grills, neck tats and dooky pants), I couldn’t resist this opportunity to enlist the wonders of AI to lob a steaming pile back over the fence, to wit:
Ahem:
(Verse 1)
Walking down Baloy, chain looking plastic
Rhymes so wack, man, the failure’s drastic
Calls himself a lyricist, but spits pure trash
Trying to drop hits but he’s making zero cash
Stuttering on stage, man, you’re choking in the bars
You couldn’t even make it driving jeeps or Grab cars
Girlies looking bored, yeah, they’re checking out their phones
You a fake G with the microphone tones
Sweating in the booth when the real shit starts
You’re a puzzle missing all the vital puzzle parts
Can’t take the pressure, man, you better hit the bricks
You ain’t never gonna pop, Mr. Short Dick Pinkbits!(Chorus)
Oh, Pinkbits! Dropping all the weak hits
Rapping off-beat while you’re pitching such a fit
You fronting for the woke, but we know the real truth
Struggling for relevance and chokin’ in the booth
Yeah, your skills are tiny, and you’re feeling the sting
We know why you’re insecure and never gonna sing!(Verse 2)
Let’s talk about the ego, let’s talk about the pride
Covering for something that you’re struggling to hide
Walking like a tough guy, acting like a giant
But your confidence is shaky and you’re never self-reliant
Looking for a spotlight just to find a bit of fame
But no one in Barretto even recognizes the name
That’s why you’re mad, that’s why you’re always hating
Cause the ladies see you coming and they aren’t even waiting
Spouting woke nonsense just to compensate the lack
Of the rhythm and the flow that escaped out the back
Can’t spit a verse, can’t measure up at all
When the beat starts dropping, you’re the first one to fall!(Outro)
Yeah, keep hiding in the shadows, little Pinkbits.
Go ahead and hang it up
Mic drop? More like mic flop.
Pack it up.
I’ll bet you don’t even like tits.All in good fun, of course.
Cheers!» Posted By Drain Snake On 25/June/2026 @ 12:16 pm
“Luckily, a skinned knew and elbow was the only damage done.“
Luckily, I knew you meant “knee.”
Cheers!
» Posted By Drain Snake On 23/June/2026 @ 10:25 am
I just had to. Cheers!
» Posted By Drain Snake On 31/May/2026 @ 5:19 pm
Ernest. Not “earnest.” Although he sometimes was. Nit picked.
Ernest was a name, but it was also a way of looking at a good horse or a clean river and not lying about either. He drank his whiskey neat because water only diluted the truth, and he wrote his sentences lean because fat was a coward’s luxury. He knew the critics laughed at the pun, calling him both Ernest by birth and earnest by trade, but they were men who fought with ink while he fought with verbs. It was a heavy thing, carrying a name that demanded you mean every damn word you said, but the sun rose anyway, and a man did his work.
» Posted By Drain Snake On 31/May/2026 @ 10:07 am
No tarsiers? You gotta see one at least once if you go all the way to Bohol. In those crappy little road-side zoos with some sad monkeys and a couple birds.
» Posted By Drain Snake On 17/May/2026 @ 4:23 am
Ironically, a ride the same distance in a much-less comfortable tricycle would have set you back three times as much. Ask me how I know….
For excursions, you might consider dolphin watching (more like dolphin chasing). You’re sure to be approached (pestered) repeatedly by touts, unless all the dolphins have been chased away. Panglao has changed quite a bit in a very short time.
Cheers
» Posted By Drain Snake On 14/May/2026 @ 9:02 am
Bantay Bayan to Barrio Barretto
Good on ya.
I hope the new gals stay fit and healthy and don’t succumb to the same Jollibee plague as so many others…. They tend to be like flowers that bloom beautifully but then quickly wilt in the unfamiliar climate….
Cheers.» Posted By Drain Snake On 26/April/2026 @ 3:26 pm
I’m not familiar with “the province of Mindinao.” Can you point me in the right direction?
Perhaps you meant “from the province (in the generic sense), on Mindanao (a large island to the far south).
Grammer an’ spellin’ be yo’ frens an shit.
Cheers!
» Posted By Drain Snake On 26/April/2026 @ 1:22 pm
«« Back To Stats PageBy the way, it’s pretty amazing that you noticed that grave on Araw ng Kagitingan, the day designated to commemorate the Fall of Bataan. Good on you!
» Posted By Drain Snake On 10/April/2026 @ 10:38 am