What real life for an expat in the Philippines is like. What are you going to do everyday when you retire to the Philippines? Go to coffee shops, restaurants and the malls, have fun with that. I wanted something to do everyday where I achieved something in life and learn new skills. The province life is my thing always has been I have never been a city guy I love the country lifestyle as we call it in the States. In the Philippines you have two choices city life or province life put another way lady boys versus real women. Join us on how I learn how to butcher and process cured smoked meats in the Philippines. Trust me, you can not buy them here, so learn yourself how to make them or go without. You need to learn what you're going to do day to day in the Philippines to keep your sanity and self-worth. You will go crazy if you think your Filipina is going to entertain you everyday. You are going to feel alone when she is with her family and friends. I guarantee you that for sure, it's one of the biggest complaints I've heard from expats here. So find some hobbies to do here to maintain your sanity.