A Trip Report- Part 4

[donb2222]

While I was in Cebu penpal #5 finally responded to my letters and informed me that she was working in the same mall as my internet cafe.
So, I immediately walked to where she worked, and introduced myself.
Wow, she looked great in her photo, and she looked great in person, but the photo and in person looked like two totally different women.
We talked for a few minutes and decided to meet the next day at 10 am
at the Laguna Cafe.  
The next day at 10am I received a text from her asking "where are you" (the most common text I received while there).  I replied that I was at the Laguna Cafe, and asked where she was.  She replied that she was still at home, so I called and asked her to please not take a jeepney, that it would be better for her to take a taxi, and that I would pay.  Well, she shows up an hour and a half later, and I am annoyed, but she is so cute and apologetic that I decide to not mention her tardiness.
The next night I meet her and her co-worker for dinner, and they actually arrived early.  Her co-worker is very charming, and proceeds to give me the 20 and more questions.  Apparently I passed the test because they are both very happy, and want me to see penpal #5 the next day.
Well, the next day arrives, and she is two hours late.  I decide to ask her what happened, and she does not look at me or respond.
I then ask her to please be on time, and she replies that it is not a big deal for her to be late, and that she does not need to explain herself to me.  I then excuse myself and leave.  I try to understand Filipino time, but two hours is just too much.
She then proceeds to send me about ten text messages trying to apologize and explain that she has emotional problems, and that she is not good enough for me.  I send her a text telling her that I think she is a really special person, and maybe we can talk more later.
That was another odd thing I experienced.  I met many Filipinas that were very shy to talk in person,  but afterwards they would send many text messages detailing how they felt about me, and much more.
The next time I would see them in person, they would be too shy to talk, but would later express themselves thru texting.
 I then decide to travel to Davao to meet 3 penpals there.  Plus, I had never been to Davao before...

[Tim]

... in response to A Trip Report- Part 4, posted by donb2222 on Nov 6, 2002

[This message has been edited by Tim]

Ok, you know a good story from an old hand can bring me out of lurk mode. I am curious about a couple of things.

1. Are still firm in your wish to find a women who does not want to have children ? I can't really tell from what you are writing if this is being discussed.

2. Are any of the penpals you have met (or intend to meet) over the age of 30 ?

Personally, I hope you are sticking to your wishes. Don't compromise !

Regards, Tim

[donb2222]

... in response to A Couple of Questions, posted by Tim on Nov 7, 2002

Hi Tim,
 It is really great to hear from you.  Most of the penpals were in their late 20's, and the ones that I spent time with I did explain that I do not want children.
In the limited time that I had before I left I did not find any penpals in their 30's in the cities that I planned to visit.
It is still too soon after the divorce for me to become involved with anyone, and I also explained that to my penpals.  I was able to fly for free due to FF miles, and my main objective was to relax and read, but no one wants to read about the books I read while laying around hotel rooms.
Don't worry, this was more of a relax and have fun trip than it was a find a wife trip.

Take Care,

Don

[Tim]

... in response to Re: A Couple of Questions, posted by donb2222 on Nov 7, 2002

Sounds good. I think you are wise to go very slow (big surprise, huh?).

I actually was in Hong Kong last week. Wendy's mother passed away and we attended her funeral. After it was over we had time for social activities, and some friends of ours there took the next photo of us. Thought you might like to see a recent pic of us. Do you think Wendy looks 40 ?

http://home.swbell.net/rebl/Tim-Wendy-HK2002.JPG

Regards, Tim

[The Walker]

... in response to Re: Re: A Couple of Questions, posted by Tim on Nov 7, 2002


Sorry to hear it, you two. You have my deepest condolences. I hope that time brings you peace. May the Great Spirit bless you both and the rest of Wendy's family.

Otherwise, I agree with my wife. You two have found that elusive fountain. Wendy DOES look younger every time I see a picture of her. And so do you Tim. Marriage has been good to and for the both of you.

Tell us, how has Wendy adjusted? We don't hear much from you these days.

Neighbor was hit by animal activist nazis. Cut his fences to ribbons and spooked the cattle every which way. We have one strand of barbwire back up and we'll be rounding up cattle for several days. Mostly on horseback. On the good side, they think they have the perps in custody a few counties over. We have the roads cordoned off from traffic and we'll be on the run off and on for two or three days, I bet. I'm in getting some hot chow and Vicky is filling up everything that will hold hot coffee. Well, she wanted me to be busy, we're sure as shooting busy now!

Don

[The Walker]

... in response to Re: Re: A Couple of Questions, posted by Tim on Nov 7, 2002


Oh, Tim and Wendy, we are so sorry to hear of Wendy's mom passing! Please accept our sorrows to add to yours. I hope that Wendy finds peace and in time acceptance. I do worry so about my own mother, too so I feel what Wendy felt these last years.

I am jealous of Wendy's photograph, she looks younger every time I see her picture. So do you, Tim. You two have been very good for each other. Where is that fountain of youth you two keep hidden? I must have a drink, or better yet soak in it for a few hours. I also notice the muscles in your arm Tim. You have been exercising well, Tim. And Wendy is so slender! Very beautiful. Best wishes on your marriage and again our sorrows on your loss. Don sends his sorrows too and will probably write later tonight or tomorrow he is out helping a neighbor. Someone cut their fences all up and let their cows out and they have to catch them and fix the fences.

VICKY

[Dave H]

... in response to Re: Re: A Couple of Questions, posted by Tim on Nov 7, 2002

Hi Tim,

There is no way Wendy is 40, maybe 20s. You don't look too bad for an "old man" either. LOL Our condolences on Wendy's mother's passing.

Dave H.

[Jeff S]

... in response to Re: Re: A Couple of Questions, posted by Tim on Nov 7, 2002

.. with that old fart gringo?

Just kidding Tim - great pic! Condolences to Wendy on her mom's passing.

-- Jeff

[Bubba]

... in response to Who is that cute young girl..., posted by Jeff S on Nov 7, 2002

Tim doesn't need any defending as he's one of the more respected posters here and gives very thoughtful advice.  He is just as fine a fellow in person and he caught a cold in Hong Kong so you might want to wish him a speedy recovery.

[Tim]

... in response to Re: Who is that cute young girl..., posted by Bubba on Nov 7, 2002

Stop telling all my secrets ! ;-P

Tim

[Windmill Boy]

... in response to Re: Re: A Couple of Questions, posted by Tim on Nov 7, 2002

Tim  

Great  to  see  a  recent  picture  of  both of  you.  You  both  look  great!  I'm  sorry  to  hear about  Wendy's  mother  passing  away.  All  the  best  to  both  of  you.

Windmill Boy

[donb2222]

... in response to Re: Re: A Couple of Questions, posted by Tim on Nov 7, 2002

Hi Tim,
 Sorry to hear about Wendys mother.
Thanks for sharing the photo.  Wendy looks like she is in her late 20's, she certainly does not look 40.  That is one really nice thing about most Chinese, they tend to age very well.

Take Care, and don't be such a stranger,

Don

[Humabdos]

... in response to A Trip Report- Part 4, posted by donb2222 on Nov 6, 2002

Don falls for girl at front desk Regency Inn.
(my prediction) Hum

[donb2222]

... in response to report 5  ...?, posted by Humabdos on Nov 7, 2002

Did not see any cuties at the Regency.  But, oh my, there are some really sweet ones working the front desk at the Golden Peak in Cebu.  I sure was tempted until I caught one following me back to my room.  I really did not want to get involved with a woman that would have access to me 24/7