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Nope, no pun intended. Just sloppy writing that my muddled brain failed to detect.
Actually, I’ve been impressed with Swan’s comfort level around the females I know in the bars. Even when she made that comment in Wet Spot, she did so apologetically for thinking I might be up to no good. She doesn’t get upset if I buy lady drinks for my servers, either. I think she looks at it like I do–just a way to show kindness and generosity to someone who works hard at a tough job.
As for the feeding, I don’t see it any differently than handing out candy to the kids. It’s a small thing for me, and the girls look forward to it. I consider Joy a friend (I’ve known her for three years, the last two platonically). The other gals at Hideaway are not attractive to me in any way because of their shape and form. (ahem).
Swan knows about the feeding and has raised no concerns or objections. If she ever wants to attend, I would bring her. Anyway, I don’t expect this to be an issue with Swan, and I will certainly never engage in any behaviors that might be construed as cheating.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 09/January/2024 @ 2:26 pm
Soju, I heard only pussies go to a vagina fight. Just sayin’.
Structural integrity? What the hell is that? This is the Philippines, after all.
I have no idea if those were Korean-style corndogs. Nothing like I’d ever seen before.
Good song. But in Swan’s defense, when she told me what she was thinking, she did so apologetically. Hard to get upset about that.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 09/January/2024 @ 2:11 pm
No, it didn’t make me sleep, but it created a mist in my brain that was a full-blown fog by the time I finished reading. But there is peace in ignorance.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 08/January/2024 @ 9:57 am
Brian, how I remember a fifty-year-old song and forget the name of the person sitting next to me is quite a mystery. But I’m glad I did!
Yes, drama-free is my preference for the end years. Let’s see if I’m capable of pulling this off…
» Posted By John McCrarey On 08/January/2024 @ 6:21 am
Kev, I am not familiar with the subject(ive), but in my head, I corrected the wish with “were,” so I guessed right.
No, the chip base in that “taco” tasted okay. What was served wasn’t what I expected, but it filled a void, so mission accomplished.
I’m still taking the relationship a day at a time, but the lack of drama is a blessing. It kind of feels like God is saying, “This is what you prayed for, don’t fuck it up!” Of course, Satan is on my other shoulder, whispering in my ear…
» Posted By John McCrarey On 08/January/2024 @ 5:46 am
Wow! I’m going to go make me some nachos right now. Except I’m going to use Ruffles.
It’s all part of the adventure, right?
» Posted By John McCrarey On 08/January/2024 @ 5:33 am
Well, I meant on the difficulty scale for trails to the top of Kalaklan; this was the easiest I’ve found. That doesn’t make it easy, though. But yes, before regaining some lung capacity, I likely wouldn’t have even tried.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 07/January/2024 @ 3:27 pm
Cemetery parkour: An impressive mixture of talent and disrespect. Even doing the hike through seemed a little off (we had to climb over a couple of graves to get through). On the other hand, I was surprised to see that the litter culture was alive and well. It appears people would snack while visiting the deceased and just leave their trash behind. SMH.
Re: AlJohn, in my mind, I inserted a comma.
I guess I’ve been blessed, but wet shoes have never caused me a blister problem. That sand might have with more distance, but I triked home as soon as we left the beach.
No, I don’t have a sifter, but I can see what you mean, and it would probably work. But the image of those critters in my brain would persist and likely ruin the pleasure of eating a blueberry muffin.
I generally prefer an upward trail to steps, but the ones on this hike were evenly spaced and in decent condition, so it wasn’t bad. I thought the climb to the ridge on this hike was one of the least difficult I’ve experienced.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 07/January/2024 @ 5:55 am
Thanks, James. So far, so good. But I’ve got a history of screwing up the good thing.
Yes, we give each other space and share some common activities. Swan is kind and loving, qualities I’d been missing.
I’m trying to avoid being “shameless.” 🙂
» Posted By John McCrarey On 07/January/2024 @ 3:24 pm
Joe, I’ll go out tonight and punish myself with copious amounts of alcohol. That’ll teach me!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 06/January/2024 @ 8:30 am
Kev, thanks for the lesson on “nee.” I misunderstood its meaning and its application. And I named my daughter Renee. Go figure. Nay works just fine for future applications.
Regarding the popsicles, I meant to say lollipops. I really rushed through that post because I had a meeting, but I knew something was wrong when I did a brief proofread, but my Biden-brain couldn’t grasp what it was.
Someone was burning leaves, so God appeared in the sunlit smoke.
Yes, indeed, I did dangle that damn modifier. Not sure I can blame that one on the rush job–it is just another example of sloppy writing. I’ll try and do better!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 06/January/2024 @ 7:22 am
Brian, I’ve got one she could use; I’ll ask her next time. I carry extra sweets in my backpack and we refill her bag as needed, so it is not too heavy at least. And taking off the pack every time you do a handout is a pain, too. Up to her.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 06/January/2024 @ 7:08 am
I wonder how that happened. I guess old habits die hard, but probably what threw me was that it wasn’t a case of “I wonder” but of someone else wondering. I can see now that it makes no difference. I wonder: will I make that mistake again? Hopefully not.
Yeah, I changed position frequently throughout the hike. Mostly because I’d pause to take a photo (or a piss). Speed-wise, we all march at about the same pace.
Got it–straight face or pursed lips from now on!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 05/January/2024 @ 7:48 am
Yes, I should have sourced/linked back to the Babylonbee article—sloppy work from me. I’ll try and do better.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 04/January/2024 @ 9:42 am
I’ve only eaten at the new Mickey D’s once so far. I’ve been tempted a couple of times, though, and can hear the Big Mac calling my name when I walk past.
Well, I didn’t remember your scuba experience. Another reason to visit–we have at least three certified dive shops right here in Barretto.
Yeah, hills are like life that way.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 04/January/2024 @ 7:08 am
Kev, it is always hot, but some days are uncomfortably hot. Those are the days you say, “Damn, it’s hot today.”
Including the razor wire in that shot wasn’t my intention, but it does create an interesting juxtaposition–it’s beautiful but I don’t wanna go there…
I wonder why I forgot about wondering being a statement rather than a question. Thanks for the lesson and reminder. I wonder: will I forget again in the future? I don’t think so!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 03/January/2024 @ 6:35 am
Joe, ah, okay, I’m not a fan, but I’m at least familiar with the Ramones. I still don’t recognize the song Picard is doing in the meme, though. Ah, it’s from “I Want To Be Sedated”–thanks!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 03/January/2024 @ 6:25 am
Yeah, the context was: “How do we clear away all this grass on the mountainside? Fire works!” With the fireworks show being the double entendre Or something like that. I was going to title this post “Fire on the mountain”, but I’d used it previously.
Yes, it seems Swan has come out of the closet now. It’s good she’s looking to the future rather than the past.
I’m an early bird by nature; even a party doesn’t motivate me to stay up into the wee hours of the night.
KuKluxKlan Ridge. Good one! Why didn’t I think of that? I’ve been burning to cross it.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 02/January/2024 @ 7:19 am
Soju, yes, I am usually comma-tose too, but the value of punctuation cannot be overstated. An example: No more beer! or No, more beer!
The snowy climb was out Pyeontaek way; if I recall, that’s Mount Asan or something similar to that.
Indeed, I can be a Dick when triggered!
I am lucky to have a sweet woman at my side and some helpers around to keep life easy and healthy. It’s like a dream!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 01/January/2024 @ 10:13 am
Kev, yes, I always try to have something in my backpack for kids I encounter on the trail. I usually carry cookies and lollipops. Swan handed out some leftover Christmas candy yesterday. I’ve been doing sweet handouts for so long now that I have “regulars” who look for me when I pass by. Swan says giving out goodies is the best part of our walks.
I don’t consider Swan an employee–the money I give her is an allowance, not a salary. She does help out around the house and cook sometimes, but that’s voluntary on her part. Swan has a tutoring gig and does her meat business on the side, but I guess she is hoping to find a “real” job, even if she doesn’t need the money.
Heh, I hadn’t even noticed the Falcon depiction. I guess the joke was on me!
Happy New Year to you, Kevin. I’m glad I’ll be experiencing the coming shitstorm from a distance.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 01/January/2024 @ 6:42 am
Soju, nope, playing strip poker with two guys, there is no way to win!
At least you can have cataracts removed; I did, and I didn’t need my glasses. However, it is time for a new exam. Things are getting a little blurry lately. And I didn’t see that fly/raisin WHILE I took the photo.
When I sing, people cry. Even when it’s a happy song!
Yes, I feel much safer here all the time than I would almost anywhere in the USA. I actually remarked to my fellow hikers that despite the level of poverty, crime is low. It’s good to know you are armed and dangerous!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 31/December/2023 @ 12:39 pm
No on the McD’s nuggets. I don’t think I’ve ever even tried them. We keep a bag of frozen chicken nuggets in the freezer, and Swan did the cooking.
Yes, the steak was moist, tender, and tasted excellent!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 31/December/2023 @ 7:55 am
Soju,
All I am saying is give peace a chance.
Yeah, that Waltermart name always cracks me up. Sam Walton must be spinning in his grave.
It’s about what you’d expect from Mickey D’s: a mediocre burger and lukewarm fries. The pie and sundae were the best part.
Nothin’ ain’t worth nothin’, but it’s free…
» Posted By John McCrarey On 30/December/2023 @ 8:57 am
I doubt Swan will ever consent to becoming a regular Hasher, but hopefully, she’ll enjoy an occasional hike with me. We’ll see what happens.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 30/December/2023 @ 6:05 am
Yeah, I didn’t think that “on my left” through, although I did look at my hands to determine which one I write with. Next time, I’ll keep myself out of the equation and count from the edge of the photo.
Not a Lambo, but an Innova (the car on the left side of the first group photo). The stretch of road pictured is misleading; there were places where the car was, in fact, bottoming out.
As far as I know, this particular village isn’t named; it is more of a neighborhood within the barangay. I’ve seen some larger Aeta compounds that are named. It is strange to me that very few Aeta people integrate into Filipino society–they stick to their villages and live amongst themselves.
Damn, I didn’t know about all those memes, and now that I’ve seen them, I don’t care about telling that joke again. Thanks.
Oh, and Troy is retired from the Air Force after 20+ years, so he has a military pension. I’m not sure about other sources of income, but you can live a good life here for a couple of grand a month. I know of one young man in town who inherited a lot of money and is living large. He is very popular with the women folk.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 29/December/2023 @ 6:50 am
Kev, “spill it” is precisely what I did. I had placed the plate on my desk, not realizing that a portion of the plate was hanging over the edge. When I put knife and fork to the sausage and pressed down, the plate flipped over and crashed to the floor. Stupid is as stupid does.
Your brief research makes you know more about education in the Philippines than I do, although I did read somewhere recently that Philippines schools are ranked worst in the WORLD, but that seems hard to believe. The problem is poverty, which is rampant here. There are costs associated with attending even public schools, and I’ve met several bar girls over the years who told me they were working there in order to send brothers and sisters to school. I can’t attest to the quality of the education system overall, but most of the Filipinos I meet can read, write, and speak at least some English. I assume they are fluent in their native tongue, so they are capable of learning. The bureaucracy and corruption in this country make well-intentioned programs inaccessible to many folks. The successful candidate for that 7/11 job I posted will need to come up with the cash for a health clearance, birth records, and other paperwork. It’s a classic Catch-22 situation for many poor people.
As for poor life choices, I think that goes beyond a general lack of education. The culture here is still dominated by Catholic dogma. Unlike most other Asian countries, the birth rate in the Philippines is booming. Even though birth control is available, most don’t use it. I’m always shocked to see a bargirl prostitute get pregnant–geez, if you fuck for a living, take the pill or make the guy wrap it up. I just don’t get the mentality, but so many women here aspire to motherhood above all else.
I hadn’t noticed that young gringo you mentioned, but I’m not competition for him, especially in a bar like Laharnyz that doesn’t feature bargirls. He probably just didn’t want to be in the photo. That said, when a ship full of young guys comes in and the crew hits the bars, old fucks like me tend to become invisible. Funny how that works.
Well, in my defense, I remembered everything up until I got back home from my night out. I fell asleep on the couch with my head in Swan’s lap. She said I drooled all over her legs. Oops!
Yeah, “feeding” sounds like what I do for my dogs every morning. But the girls always say, “Thank you for the feeding!” so who am I to argue?
Ha ha, I had to go back and look at the rainbow pic again–hadn’t noticed the dog’s asshole. You certainly have an eye for detail. In Tagalog, dog is “aso,” so you saw the aso’s asshole.I wondered what was in those bags, too. Maybe someone from that resort cleaned the beach. That would be great.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 28/December/2023 @ 6:26 am
Candy is dandy and liquor is quicker
Yep, one of my favorite Garth Brooks tunes. It hurts that it resonates so much.
That is what we call Black Rock Ridge. I’m not sure what the official name might be.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/December/2023 @ 3:32 pm
Yes, no way a regular Santa suit would work. Honestly, I regretted wearing the Santa hat–it amplified the heat on my head.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 27/December/2023 @ 7:18 am
Thanks, Soju. I may not have everything I want, but there is nothing that I need.
Happy New Year!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 26/December/2023 @ 9:41 am
«« Back To Stats PageBrian, it’s a crap photo lighting-wise, but if you look closely, you can make out the reindeer horns the girls are wearing on their heads. Hence, the “horny” reference.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 26/December/2023 @ 6:21 am