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Marco, what a stupid comment. NO respect.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 05/September/2026 @ 10:14 pm
Brian, but my water comes out yellowish, like a Peesner.
Yeah, it is crazy to see so many bars in such a small town. When one closes down, another takes its place. I go out every night for a few, but most of the expat community isn’t as dedicated to helping the bars survive. I’m expecting that one day soon there will be a reckoning.
Yesterday and today have been crazy with rain. Haven’t been able to even take a morning walk. I’ve been lucky to find a window that lets me sneak into town between the water drops. Still no running water in my house, though.
Yeah, there’s gonna be some wild times in Thailand. After so many months at sea, those guys have earned it. Here in Subic, when a Navy ship comes to port, the crew is confined to SBMA; Barretto’s whore bars are off limits.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 05/September/2026 @ 12:01 pm
Dr. Greg, I may ask the landlord about installing one. As a renter, any home improvements ought to at least be deducted from the rent money.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 03/September/2026 @ 2:11 pm
Drain, probably not. I’ve got some personal issues with the new manager there and I preferred the Jumpin’ Jacks vibe. Lots of other options if you are looking for take out.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 01/September/2026 @ 12:46 pm
Brian, yeah, I had that same thought…everywhere is flooding and I’m stuck in the desert.
Okay, the video title included “British Comedy,” so I was expecting humor. I guess the joke was on me. 🙂
» Posted By John McCrarey On 01/September/2026 @ 8:54 am
Another circle on the carousel of life
Chop, Ha-ha! Actually, the Filipino way is always just one candle on the cake. But you are right; no way I could fit 71 candles on a cake, let alone blow them out.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 29/August/2026 @ 10:32 am
Bobby, yep, it was a fine day, and the food was as good as it looks.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 29/August/2026 @ 9:57 am
Thanks, Brian. Hopefully, there will be many more birthdays to come.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 29/August/2026 @ 9:55 am
Trent, Kevin has elected to no longer comment on the blog. He sent me a birthday greeting via email.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 28/August/2026 @ 3:14 pm
Coco, I don’t reply to messages after beer o’clock. No offense intended.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 28/August/2026 @ 8:45 am
Megatron, XL is real enough for me.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 28/August/2026 @ 8:45 am
Coco, thank you for the kind birthday wishes. I’ll take a pass on the pole dancing.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 28/August/2026 @ 8:47 am
Metro, you are brave enough to cast aspersions, but too cowardly to identify yourself. What’s your Hash name? Again, if you know me, then provide some examples of my alleged racism.
And by the way, when did you stop beating your wife?
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/August/2026 @ 10:23 am
Dr. Greg, no one has ever said just what it is that makes me racist in their eyes. I can only assume it is because I support Trump.
I guess I’m the exception to the rule; I’m not racist and not gay. Go figure.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/August/2026 @ 10:20 am
William, while I agree that the corruption is rife and politicians fail to represent the interests of their constituents, if we weren’t here, China would take over. That’s even worse than what we have now.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/August/2026 @ 10:17 am
Gary, in my defense, I will drink gin and have the occasional tequila shot.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/August/2026 @ 10:15 am
Brian, yes, there is a reckoning coming in the Barretto bar business. What’s interesting is that the people buying the failing bars are big spenders from out of the country. Maybe it’s money laundering or having more cash than they know what to do with.
Expats call the local public hospital in Olongapo the place where people go to die. It seems almost criminal to me the way the poor people’s health needs are disregarded.
Yep, Dolly was one of a kind. She didn’t let celebrity go to her head and stayed true to herself until the end. We need more like her in the world, not less.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/August/2026 @ 10:12 am
Sorry to hear that, Thompson. Good luck finding the right bridge for you.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/August/2026 @ 10:03 am
Thanks, Drain. Appreciate your support.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/August/2026 @ 10:02 am
Brian, the shocking thing to me is that none of these bigots has ever confronted me with an example of my so-called racism. There is nothing to deny. The only things I can think of is that I support or president and I don’t care for rap music. I’m guilty of those.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/August/2026 @ 10:14 am
Metro, that’s bullshit. How do you prove something that isn’t? I have no idea who you are, and you don’t know me. So, tell me something I’ve said, done, or written that is racist, or fuck off.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 26/August/2026 @ 4:29 pm
Anthony, no offense taken. I feel sorry for your ignorance.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 26/August/2026 @ 1:40 pm
Manowar, I am what I am, and that’s all that I am. You have to be yourself because everyone else is already taken.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 26/August/2026 @ 1:37 pm
Chop, my ongoing dementia is a calamity.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 26/August/2026 @ 1:36 pm
William, in my experience working in Korea, I didn’t encounter that phenomenon. Perhaps the Koreans working on the Army base learned to adapt to American time standards.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 26/August/2026 @ 1:35 pm
Greg, no one has EVER called me racist to my face. That’s because I’m not a racist. A random commenter or two made the claims to the contrary, but when I challenged them to show me one example of anything I’d posted with racist overtones, they disappeared without a peep.
Since you have decided to join that group making baseless allegations, I’ll give you the opportunity to provide any evidence that led you to the belief that I’m a racist. And no, I don’t use the “n” word, nor do I have any desire to do so. So, put up or shut up.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 26/August/2026 @ 1:33 pm
Martin, yep, trust the so-called “experts” at your peril.
I was a pothead for ten years. At 25 years of age with two kids, I realized I needed to focus on being a good father and my career, so I gave it up. Yeah, I filled the gap with beer, but still… Oddly enough, during post-retirement trips to Thailand, I wasn’t even tempted by the ubiquitous weed shops.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 26/August/2026 @ 1:45 pm
Franklin, I’m the moderator, and I’ve gotten stricter on comment approval. Deleted three this morning for being unworthy of publication. You can disagree without being disagreeable or making personal attacks. If you can’t argue like a grownup, then don’t bother.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 25/August/2026 @ 12:50 pm
Brian, that lockout is a great motivational tool. Actions have consequences!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 25/August/2026 @ 12:47 pm
«« Back To Stats PageBrian, the linked post was from the scamdemic era. Sadly, tourism has never recovered here. I find it amazing that not only are some of these bars still in business, but that when one does close, another opens in its place. I assume this must be more of a hobby than an attempt to make money.
Hmm, I didn’t realize that lateness was also the case in other Asian countries. I don’t recall that happening in Korea. Then again, even some of us Americans tend to be “fashionably late.” I’ve always been of the mindset that I’d rather be ten minutes early than one minute late.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 24/August/2026 @ 11:30 am