My Story

We were married in the Philippines back in 1989 and I will never forget the wedding...it was so long and we had to kneel for what seemed like hours listening to a service that today I cannot even remember one word of. So was it worth it and I would I do it again? I would not hesitate as finding my Filipina Asawa has been the best thing that has ever happened to me.

Your Filipina Wife
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So What Is It Like Having A Filipina Wife?

Life has certainly taken a very different path since getting married to a Filipina. In many ways being married to a Filipina has been like being married to the Philippines.

In the early stages of our marriage there was a party to go to every weekend and so many functions. Soon Philippine related friends and events seemed to dominate our social life. Eventually we got tired of the same old parties and started to bring balance back into our lives.

Then there is Philippine food. I don’t mind it occasionally and actually enjoy some dishes but for the most part it is one world’s most boring and unimaginative cuisines. Lucky for me the wife has fully embraced international cuisine so we seldom have it at home.

One aspect of the Filipina that almost all husbands will encounter is their desire to send money home to support the family. Family is very important to the Filipina and they feel obligated to help their family out as much as possible. I have seen this alone cause real problems in Filipina relationships. When we were first married I hardly made enough to support my immediate family so sending money back to the Philippines on a regular basis was not an option.

We are both now of the opinion that sending regular payments only creates dependency as the need expands to fill available income. Thus we will only send money for emergencies and for special purposes with a specific end date (such as helping a child through school).

From my first visit I have dreamed of moving to the Philippines and living there. This was not possible for a long time, as I needed to continue to make a living while in the Philippines and did not have enough capital to even try it for a year.

My situation changed a few years ago and I started to plan on moving to the Philippines and living in Cebu. It was the first place I visited in the Philippines and sine then I have been visiting Cebu every time I have gone to the Philippines. After many holidays in Cebu and other parts of the Philippines it really is my favorite place.

So early this year we made the move and have been living here in Cebu now for almost three months. I actually have permanent residence and can legally work in the Philippines but this is not something I plan to do. The wife is thinking about having a business on Mactan which is the main island adjacent to Cebu and where the International Airport is.

Eventually I would like to start a business here and actually start making money in the Philippines. It is a matter of looking at all the options to make money in the Philippines and decide which is best for me.

I have also started learning Cebuano which is the local Filipino dialect here. I have found a great teacher for Cebuano at the Language Learning Resource who visits my house three times a week. I believe knowing the language will be very beneficial in the future. If you come to visit Cebu then I recommend this teacher.

I have started a living in Cebu blog where I will keep a record of my experiences, which may be helpful to others also thinking about living in the Philippines. I must give a plug to the Perry Gamsby who has written the Streetwise Philippines guides which I have found invaluable.

If you already have your Filipina asawa his guides are still full of stuff to help you with every aspect of your relationship with your wife and the Philippines in general.

If you have not found that beautiful Filipina honey then he has written Filipina 101 which tells you the best way to search for your Filipina Dream girl and future wife. This book is a must before you join any pen pall sites or use any introduction agencies. When you are ready you will find the best introduction sites at Asian Relationship Information so you can find your Filipina wife.

I have already mentioned my marriage in the Philippines back in 1989. What a hassle it was back then and from all reports the requirements for getting married are harder now. His follow up book Filipina 202 tells you all you need to get married in the Philippines and includes extensive information on migration. Getting married to a Filipina is a life changing decision that needs real consideration.

The Philippines is also a popular destination for the single male and has lots to offer in the area of adult entertainment. This aspect has also been the cause of many problems in relationships as Filipinas tend to be very jealous and too many men tend to want to be single when it suits them.

Related posts:

  1. Finding Your Filipina
  2. Tampo And How To Handle It
  3. Understanding The Importance Of Family To A Filipina

Getting Married to a Filipina

Philippine Books
Filipina 101

This valuable resource will help you navigate the shoals and reefs of online dating and finding a Filipina of your very own. Comprehensive and informative it is a very easy to read book. Filipina 101 – Finding your dream girls

Filipina 202

Filipina 202 tells you everything you need to marry your Filipina, either in the Philippines or back home. It also includes valuable advice if you should go for a marriage or fiancé visa when migrating her to where you live.

Filipina 303

Filipina 303 – Making The Magic Last is all about what to do once the novelty wears off and the hum drum of everyday life grinds on This book will help you keep the magic in your marriage to a Filipina.

Philippine Dreames

If you are dreaming about escaping the rat race, then read the experiences of Perry Gamsby who did just that and ‘escape to the Philippines. Amusing and informative, this is an excellent resource.

Making A Living In The Philippines

Getting a job in the Philippines for a foreigner is not easy, but it can be done. I did it several times. I also owned businesses and made investments. You can earn a living in the Philippines by working or starting a business.

Philippines Property Primer

Philippines Property Primer is the first resource many expats turn to when thinking about buying, selling, renting or developing real property in the Philippines.

Philippines Survival Handbook

This is more than just your average travel guide, this is personal risk management for the Philippines so you can enjoy your vacation to the Philippines without the hassles

Filina Dreams

The compilation of three priceless volumes on the topic of cross cultural marriage to a Filipina. From finding her to marrying her to migrating her to your country and then making it all work.