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[pineappical]

Did you know that Wichita Kansas has a huge Filipino community?

it does?!! :-O that's cool!!!!

#pinoys r everywhere... godbless kabayan o7 #pn.ask #we simply dont have enough jobs here that pays well so tons of us move overseas and sometimes enough of us move to the point we have mini #communities everywhere.. its p cool :-] i cant remember where it was but i still remember that one street that was turned into a #filipino street as if you just went back home here... sniff... 🥺🥺 #<- went and googled about it.. theres a fil street in nyc and macau! the one in macau was the one i was thinking of ^^ #(nearly 2 mil OFWs all across the globe! woagh...)

[mahikamihan]

Alamat "ILY ILY" is beautiful

hi, I'm just gonna write something quick to process my thoughts and analysis bc this MV and the song is so good and dense with message.

For some vague contexts, OFWs or overseas filipino workers, are often heralded as “Bagong Bayani” (trans. the new heroes)  as they bring in millions of pesos every year to help with expenses and living costs back home. As of Nov 8 2022, $1 (US dollar) = roughly Php 58 (Philippine peso). I’m not sure how it’s changed over the years, but in 2010-14, at least for me, Php 50 can buy you an entire lunch meal in school.

ILY ILY is a multi-genre song by Alamat with the melody originally from a Hiligaynon folk lullaby "Ili Ili tulog Anay". I believe the song itself talks a lot about the sacrifices OFW parents make for the financial security and comfort of their children back in the motherland (Philippines). And the subsequent emotional consequences and psychological effects these have on the family. The irony of ILY ILY also doubles as "i love you, i love you" is not lost on me.

Starting off strong! "Ano ba?? Ganyan ka na lang pala!" -very common scolding terms, especially from a older guardian or parental figures.

"Hindi ka ba nag-iisip na may naghihirap doon..." - kind of guilt-tripping the child for crying, being angry, or generally just not feeling happy by bringing up their working parents (likely OFWs) and their sacrifices; generally an unhealthy way of soothing someone's frustrations over neglect or dissatisfaction.

I love how money comes out of the cake. Usually another way to soothe their children, is by bringing in more money, for more comfort. But that doesn't phase Lyca (the female singer).

presents for the children... again, to make up for not being their for their birthday or whatever missed celebrations (especially during formative years of their childhood)

I'm trying to figure out which specific Filipino festival this is refering to. I know a few filo street festivals that reenact the Passion of Christ (ex. Sinulog, Moriones, Salibatbat, etc.) which sometimes includes self-whipping, which the crown, candles, and ropes here are symbolizing.

The lyrics are so on point,

Gabi-gabi at umaga (every night, and every day) Pangungulila ang dama (feeling bereaved, "ulila"="orphan", which is on theme) Hihintayin ang araw na (waiting for the day) Tayo'y magsasama-sama ([where] we all get together)

This is supposed to remind you of the sacrifices people make for love.

^^^Can someone tell me what these are referencing? I feel like this is supposed to be something from a filipino film or something similar, but I'm blanking on where it might be.

I love the direct parallel of the filipino kid having a yaya (maid/ domestic helper) back home while the parent is the housekeeper in a different country. Just *chefs kiss* GENIUS!!🤌🤌

the lyrics shows how much the child/children cares about their parents. in the midst of happiness and abundance around Lyca, she can't help but miss her mom and dad.

Island Maid - from a quick online search, it's a domestic helper agency in Singapore. Upon looking into their website, they hire Filipino workers trained under Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). Beside R-Ji is a balikbayan box, large cardbord boxes used to deliver souvenirs, gifts, clothes, furniture, and other things back to the country.

The lyrics now talk about how the child (R-Ji) aspires one day to be the one to work so they can bring their parents back home. (And, in a way, isn't that a tragic cycle of poverty and capitalism? Parents have to work away to bring money and food home, and the child has to work in order to bring their parents back home.)

Very powerful imagery. The waste, the anger, the sadness, the loneliness, while surrounded by presents, money, comfort.

Sacrifices, all in the name of family and love.

I love this part. From what I've gathered, in here, Taneo talks (in Ilokano) to the tone of an eldest sibling, about how he's going to take care [of you] for now. The lyrics shift the emotional burden of parenting to a fellow child, with the parents abroad and likely, unavailable. He throws paper airplanes made of paper money out the window while an airplane (parents?) flies in the back. Lost childhood maybe?

Another strong imagery. Money in a kaldero (used to cook food, usually rice, stew, and other filipino cuisine) while everyone is situated in a Boodle Fight (eating tradition where food is served on top of banana leaves).

"they've been gone too long so I'll be your Dad and Mom for now", again referencing about the physical and emotional unavailability of parents that older siblings or family members have to take on to fill that gap.

"'Nang, 'tang, muli na kayu" (Mom, dad, please go home)

At the emotional crux of the song, the lines said over the "telephone" sound is so poignant. They need their parents to go home. But instead...

...All they got were more Balikbayan boxes.

...and all they can do is fight over who gets them. Empty boxes. empty gifts of love. God, I love this song. Stream ILY ILY.

#crying my heart over a song about OFWs inspired by the tune of a hiligaynon lullaby #talking about the sacrifices that parents make and the lost childhood of filipino children left behind #so many references #i can't even articulate all of them #alamat #ppop #ily ily #filipino music #filipino pop music #pinoy pop #munimuni #Ili Ili tulog Anay #original pinoy music #filipino artists #alamat ily ily #Youtube #alamat ph

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PINOY OFW VS KOBE BRYANT

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[felixsodela]

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[shangeetravels]

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PANDEMYA: Ang Kahirapan ng OFW dulot ng COVID-19

Ang mga OFW ay tila binansagan bilang bayani dahil sa kanilang pakikipagsapalaran at pagpapagod sa ibang bansa na hindi lamang para sa kanilang pamilya kundi sa ating bansa rin. Sila'y higit na bayani na ituring dahil nagagawa nila pagsabayin ang pagtulong sa mga kapwa Pilipino habang malayo sa bayan. Sa paglipas ng panahon, napadali ang komunikasyon natin sa pamamagitan ng teknolohiya at sa gamit ng internet. Mas napabilis na ang ating komunikasyon hindi tulad dati na kailangan pa natin gumawa ng liham at ipapadala sa nais nito puntahan na darating ng halos isang linggo o higit pa bago dumating.

Pagpasok ng pandemya, maraming na stranded sa Manila dahil hindi makauwi sa kanilang probinsya at sumasailalim sa mahabang quarantine para hintayin ang resulta ng kanilang PCR tests. Sa nakikita natin na ginagawa nila na solusyon ay kundi limitahan ang byahe o naka-schedule ang pagdating upang hindi kumalat buong bansa ang virus. Sa gitna ng pandemya, marami rin na OFWs ang mga nawalan ng trabaho kaya mas maraming naghirap ngayon, may mga nabalita rin na pati sa ibang bansa ang ibang Pilipino roon ay nanlilimos dahil wala na sila ibang mapagkukunan.

Isa sa mga apektado ang akin kapatid sa mga pangyayari dahil nais niya pumunta sa Canada, matagal siya bago nakapunta dahil sa pandemya na ating nararanasan. Matagal bago na proseso ang kanyang mga papel, alam natin na matagal talaga ito bago ma aprubahan ngunit mas tumagal ngayon. Noong na aprubahan na siya ang hinihintay niya nalang ang kanyang paglipad subalit na-uurong ito palagi dahil tuwing tataas ang positibo na kaso sa COVID-19. Sa pangyayaring ito, lahat tayo ay apektado at hindi natin alam kung hanggang kailan ito. Kaya patuloy lang tayo lumaban sa buhay para sa ating kinabukasan.

#pandemic #covid #public health #OFW #philippines #pilipinas #filipino #manila #pinoy

[don-lichterman]

Shirakawa World Heritage Tour {Japan's Top Tourist Destinations}

Shirakawa World Heritage Tour {Japan's Top Tourist Destinations}

Shirakawa (白川村, Shirakawa-mura) is a village located in Ōno District, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. It is best known for being the site of Shirakawa-gō, a small, traditional village showcasing a building style known as gasshō-zukuri. Together with Gokayama in Nanto, Toyama, it is one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. #topdestination #touristdestination #visitjapan source

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[jopetkasi]

arrived after almost 24 hours travel. I was alone, tired and bored I decided to jot down my travel time.  

Manila to Incheon  4 hours

layover 5 hours 40 minutes

Incheon to NY 14 hours 

went to the KAL lounge but it was teeming with passengers. instead, i walked towards ShakeShack for burgers. well, 2nd time ko to eat here. and para sa akin parang hype lang sya. mas prefer ko pa din quarter pounder ng mcdo, or wendys or yung aloha burger. 

i saw alot of pinoys. ofws and travellers. alam mo kaagad na pinoy kasi makwento, nagtatawanan tapos me balikbayan box. matter of fact, yung kasama kong kumain pinoy din and she was under the impression na ofw din ako. 

pinay: OFW ka?

me: (para wala ng usapan, nods in agreement. ayaw ko na kasi mag salita kasi pagod)

pinay: ano contrata mo? agency or government to government din?

me: .....(shet buking. ano sasaibihn ko?) 

pinay: caregiver ka? nurse ka? 

me: ingat po kayo, alis na ako. 

pinay: ikaw ha pa secret secret ka pa. mag TNT ka no?

me: (deep inside: tangina mo, bakit di ka pa mamatay)

[sweetkoalastarfish]

Overseas Pinoys: Stories of Life, Laughter, and Adaptation

Life of Filipino Abroad varies greatly depending on the country they move to, their background and their reasons for migrating. Here are some key themes that often emerge when discussing the life of Filipinos abroad:

. Migration and Reasons for Moving: Filipinos move abroad for various reasons namely: economic opportunities, education, family reunification, or marriage. Many seek better job prospects and higher salaries to support their families in the Philippines.

. Cultural Adjustment: Adjusting to a new culture can be challenging. Filipinos often find themselves navigating different customs, languages, and social norms. However, they are known for their resilience and adaptability.

. Strong Family Ties: Family is a core to Filipino culture and many Filipinos working abroad do so to support their families back home. The concept of " balikbayan" ( returning home) and sending " balikbayan boxes" filled with goods is a common practice to maintain connections with loved ones.

. Filipino Communities and Organizations: Filipinos abroad often form tight-knit communities, organizing events, celebrations and support networks to help each other. These groups provide a sense of belonging and assist with various needs, from job placement to emotional support.

. Economic Opportunities and Challenges: While some Filipinos find success and improved economic conditions, others face exploitation and difficult working conditions. Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) often send remittances back to the Philipines, contributing significantly to the country's economy.

. Homesickness and Coping Mechanisms: Homesickness is a common experience for Filipinos abroad. Many cope by maintaining close ties with their families through regular communication, cooking Filipino food, or celebrating Filipino traditions and holidays.

. Impact on Families and Relationships: The absence of a family member working abroad can strain relationships. While remittances provide financial support, the emotional toll of separation can be significant. However, many families adapt and maintain strong connections despite distance.

. Return to the Philippines: Some Filipinos eventually go back to the Philippines, either for retirement or to reunite with their families. This transition can be as challenging as moving abroad requiring readjustment to the home country's culture and economy.

. Contributions to Host Countries: Filipinos abroad often make signifant contributions to their host countries' economies and societies. They work in various sectors, including healthcare, hospitality, construction, and technology often gaining a reputation for their hard work and dedication.

Overall, the life of a Pinoy abroad is marked by both challenges and opportunities. Their adaptability, resilience, and strong sense of community play a significant role in shaping their experiences.

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[pinoyaksyonnewsphils]

STUDENT VISA MODUS IN CANADA, BEING PROCESSED BY DMW

Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Undersecretary Bernard Olalia confirmed that the agency is taking action on the complaint regarding the modus operandi of offering student visas to Canada with the opportunity to work in a country.

Based on the reports of the OFWs in Hong Kong, a Niña Mabatid offered them to apply for a student visa in Canada with the opportunity to work there and can also petition their family.

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[ipatulfosimarcos]

Chapter 6: Sining-Biswal

Gawain: Basahin ang artikulong “Education in the ‘New Society’ and the Philippine Labour Export Policy (1972-1986)” ni Mark Maca. Batay dito ilarawan – ala editorial cartoon -- ang sistema ng edukasyon noong panahon ng Batas Militar ni Marcos. Lagyan ng angkop na caption ang ilustrasyon. Sa paglalarawan na ito, na maaaring drowing o iba pang uri ng sining-biswal, ipakita ang lalim at lawak ng pagkakaunawa mo sa artikulo. Mas mainam kung pipili ng mga detalye o bagay na para sa iyo ay pinakamahusay na representasyon o simbolo ng paksa. Diskartehan kung saang bahagi ng drowing pinakamainam ilagay ang caption. Tiyaking akma sa facebook at iba pang katulad na social media platform ang iyong disenyo.

Gawa ko:

Bilang isang hobbyist-artist at isang estudyanteng sumalang na noon sa mga paligsahan gaya ng Regional School Paper Press Conference, forte ko ang pagguhit ng mga editorial cartoon (paglalarawang tudling). Sa tingin ko, epektibo kong nailarawan ang paksa ng estado ng edukasyon noong panahon ni Marcos Sr.: henerasyon ng mga graduates na halatang ihinanda para sa serbisyong internasyunal; hinihirang itong batch ng graduates (na ngayo'y OFW na) bilang mga bagong bayani. Sa likod nitong mabango at noble na karangalan, ipinakita ko ang opinyon kong hango sa perspektibang malawak at empirikal hinggil sa nakalulungkot na katotohanan ng exploitation at layuning neoliberal ng sistema ng edukasyon noon, hanggang ngayon. Naniniwala rin ako na isa itong taktiko para malipat ang atensyon ng nakararami sa tunay na kaganapan sa bansa, ang hubugin ang mga pinoy na maging individualistic sa halip na nationalistic dala ng "magandang oportunidad" sa pamumuhay sa ibang bansa.

[itsmejhaaa]

OFW feels like..

Madami sa mga pinoy gusto mangibambansa para kumita ng malaking pera para sa sarili at sa pamilya.. Ako sa totoo lang ayaw ko mag abroad, pinush lang ako dahil mababa ang sahod ng Nurse sa Pinas - kaya madami ding Nurse sa abroad dahil dun.

Pero alm mo sa totoo lang naniniwala ako na kung maganda naman ang ekonomiya ng Pinas, kung kahit dun ka magtrabaho kikitain mo ung kinikita mo sa abroad wala ng aalis na Pinoy, wala ng mag OFW, wala ng lalayo sa kani kanilang mahal sa buhay.

Ang mahirap lalo is ung maramdaman mo yung homesickness.. Masaya kang magbabakasyon dahil makakasama mo nanaman ang pamilya mo pero masakit kapag bumalik ka nanaman, yung mararamdaman mong mag isa ka nanaman sa isang bansang di mo naman talaga kinabibilangan.

Pero yun nga lang wala tayong choice. Baka kasi may magsabi "edi umuwi ka nalang". Lahat gustong umuwi pero ano ipapakaen mo sa sarili mo at sa pamilya mo? Kailangan mong isakripisyo ang sarili mong kaligayahan para sa nakararami (mahal mo sa buhay).

Masyadong bitin ang halos 2weeks lang na bakasyon pero wala naman akong magagawa kundi labanan ang sarili kong emosyon, pagkalungkot at tapalan ulit ng maskara na matatag ka, nakangiti ka na para bang ang lakas lakas mo at wala kang nararamdamang lungkot at sakit ng pagiging mag isa.

Ilang years na ako sa abroad kaya siguro dapat sanay na ako kaso di ako masanay sanay. Magaling lang talaga ako magpanggap na ayos lang ako, na palagi akong masaya at malakas ako. Pero may mga ganito talagang pagkakataon na nalulungkot ka, maiiyak ka pero dahil mag isa ka at wala kang kadamay sa buhay tinitiis mo lang, nilalabanan mo ang sarili mong emosyon, lumalaban ka sa buhay kahit mahirap at masakit na.

Ang bilis ng araw. Parang kelan lang kasama ko ang aking pamilya - sabay sabay kumakain ng agahan, tanghalian at hapunan. Nagtatawanan, nag aasaran pero ngayon balik nanaman ako sa realidad, walang kasama, palaging mag isa. Minsan naisip ko kung panaginip lang ang lahat sana hindi na ako nagising.. Pero iisipin ko din sila ang dahilan kung bakit ako patuloy na bumabangon sa umaga at hindi ang Nescafe char. Pinapatawa ko lang ang aking sarili kasi kailangan. Pinipilit kong maging malakas kasi kailangan. At higit sa lahat pinipigilan ko ang sarili kong emosyon dahil kailangan.

Siguro dati talaga akong Katipunera kasi lagi akong laban ng laban.. Pero mapapaisip ka nalang din hanggang saan ko ba kaya lumaban sa buhay? Pwede naba minsan sabihin na "time first" pagod na ako. Kung maari lang sana kaso hindi..

#BuhayOFW

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[felixsodela]

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[residentpatriot]

Komik Istrip 005: Homemade Cooking

Today’s joke time for Komik Istrip number 005 is titled Homemade Cooking 😀 Isang OFW ang umoorder sa isang cafeteria overseas… OFW: Please give me a very salty sunny side up egg, burnt hotdogs, burnt fried rice and a very sweet cup of coffee. Waitress: Uh, OK.Waitress: But why in the world do you want to have those? OFW: Ah, eh, because I miss my wife’s cooking hehe Dami pa dito: Pinoy Jokes…

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