The NEGATIVE side of LIVING IN THE PROVINCE | Province vlog

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This vlog "Cons of Living in the Province" discusses the challenges that expats may face when living in the Philippines' rural areas. It highlights various aspects, such as limited job opportunities, lack of modern amenities and healthcare access, language barriers, and limited social life. Despite these challenges, locals in the province find the slow-paced and basic way of life sufficient and do not perceive the lack of modern amenities as a problem. You can add more to the list if you have more cons. :)

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[JackFelker]

I grew up in a house with no electricity until I was 12. We lived in the country. We raised 200 chickens, 2 pigs, 2 cows, some goats and 5 acres of vegetable crops. I loved it then and would love to be there now. I can’t stand towns or cities. I don’t watch TV, go to bars, clubs, movies, etc. I love working with my hands, gardening, and just being around someone I love.

[syonker]

one day I asked my Filipina wife why we never stay at her province house when in the Pines and she said - because the neighbors will come over and never leave; they will still be there when we go to sleep and when we wake - everyone is always in your business and no privacy - and if you kindly show them the door, they will then spread gossip how rude we are - no concept of healthy boundaries and privacy. I think that would be very difficult for many people who are accustomed to having their space. Hindi mabuting iyon para sa maraming tao - heehee

[kristinesdad]

I'd like to settle in the province not to seek employment there, but live a semi retired life amidst the wide space, fresh air, clear natural spring, home grown food from the garden, meat & eggs from free range, livestock, savor a variety of fruits. Never mind the lack of amenities of city living, I don't need those. Imagine waking up to the sound of cackling chickens, the chirps of wild birds, the color of butterflies. And the smell of the morning fog, the aroma of boiling, brewed native coffee, ( not even Starbucks can match). Who needs groceries from the mall? We' ve got everything fresh & free : green leafy vegetables, onions, garlic, ginger, red chillies etc. And for a snack, a bunch of ripe bananas, or a sack of sweet potato, cassava, over a pot of cocoa. You call the grunts of hungry pigs, or yoddle of goat, noise? What about the honks of cars passing across the road in front of ur city house ? The smell of moist earth, even animal manures are a delight to welcome a new day, for we know they mean bounty from heaven. And if you care to still work the kind of job you do in the city, or interact with your city friends, there's always the trusty laptop ( w/ wifi, of course), and cellphone., minus the hussle/ bustle of navigating thru street traffic everyday. By the time it's sundown, i shall be cooking my dinner, and taking my shower before bed, or saying my prayers of thanks, with a hint of smile as I slid down my covers.

[francoaletto]

Don’t ever apologize for being who you are and where you live. It is beautiful be proud of it

[calvinclark]

I'm am American living in the northern province of Cebu.
It did take me about a year to get used to not going very far every day, since I was a widower for a couple of years before I came here and came and went as I pleased.
I had a car and lived in a medium large city.
Weekends with friends at the bar and eating at restaurants every day.
My health and my finances prodded me to a quitter and less expensive lifestyle.
I love it here now, and have been here for 6 years.
I am not really conscious of the noise any more and completely enjoy the clean air and warm climate and beaches!
Love your vlogs which keep me aware of things here!

[capybara]

Thanks for the video. Most of the disadvantages you've mentioned actually are advantages for me. I like province life more than urban, cause living in the province helps you to understand the culture of the country better. And maybe I'm wrong but I think that province people are more kind and friendly.
And btw, you look amazing 😍

[paulbunyan]

Thanks for giving us "The Nitty Gritty' and showing us the realities of life in the Philippines.💯

[manonpurpose]

My filipina and I have 7 hectares of farmland in the province just 45 minutes drive from a big city. We don't have close neighbors, and our road isn't too busy. Most locals don't speak Tagalog or English, so I rely on my wife. I think it's a perfect quiet life.

[perry]

Hun you bring sunshine to any situation, it’s just country side life and living

[pierceleosumner]

Never apologize for the life there I love it 😀 ❤️

[stecar]

I spent 10 months in the Philippines and got to experience the province life and I experienced more than I ever expected. The last time that we went to the Philippines it was at the end of 2019 just before the pandemic. We have a house in Silang, Cavite which is located about 19km (12 miles) north of the main crater of Taal so I went through the eruption on January 12, 2020 along with numerous volcanic earthquakes that shook the house and everything was covered by volcanic ash. That had no affect on me of thinking about where we have a house. The people in the subdivision are very friendly and I have never felt any anger or anything else of being an expat when I was there. That's what makes the Philippines so special in my opinion. I am not a city person and I love the freshness of the province.

[guyandre]

I sympathise!
I remember a couple of years ago, a lovely Filipina friend called me from Dumaguete for the first time, on WhatsApp one afternoon when I was in the garden in London UK .
After a couple of minutes, she asked me, surprised, why it was so silent, so quiet!
And was astounded that we could only hear bird’s singing!

[willchill]

If your the type of person who enjoys company or the type that never knew what it's like to have an extended family. The Province can and will be a beautiful place to live. Cause the people are so friendly and caring to the point that they will follow you around to take care of you and make sure they are there for you if you need anything. Plus you will be living among family! Brothers, sisters, cousins, nephews, aunts, uncles, moms, dads and more cousins. You will be welcomed into the family and treated as a treasure! How beautiful is that! The whole neighborhood welcomes you and treats you as such. Living in the Province you can get the full benefit of the warm friendly kindness of the Philippine people! That's a huge positive to me!

[stevier]

Thanks for the content Rubeauti. I don't think anyone else has covered this to that level of detail. I live in the country in the UK and the sounds of roosters doesn't bother me. I also live next to a road used by farm machinery and tractors. If my neighbours don't mind me playing my 90's dance music on high volume it's a win for me.(also I will sing to it as well) I think the province is looking good for me! 😁

[ianandmasika]

“A quieter more relaxed way of life” up in the hills where it’s cooler, is what I imagine when thinking about staying in the Philippines Provinces. Thanks for telling it how it is as usual.
I’m sure there are many other benefits of that lifestyle though so will look forward to watching your follow up video.
Keep doing what you’re doing, it’s great material.

[Tony-mh]

When we fall in love with someone’s personality, everything about that individual becomes beautiful.

[doughenderson]

You hit the nail regarding Karaoke and dogs .. 6 am and here comes the music . loud over the whole barrio . as if it's their alarm clock and they're so proud of the big speakers they have ..
What I hated the most, actually, was the fighting dogs around 8-9pm or even later .. We contacted the barrio captain and complained about all the loose dogs .. I think they're trying to correct the problem with the owners . we'll see.
Good video btw and thanks.

[jimbrowder]

I love your help and thoughts !! ❤ And since I retired this year in the USA, I think I would love to be close to a nice city but don’t think I want that for my home !! The roosters don’t take anything away from your messages !! PS. Hope you don’t mind…. But you are stunningly beautiful. !!! And I get the feeling that it’s Inside And Out !!! A lovely heart and soul 🙏🙏🙏🔥🔥🔥

[glenproctor]

Life 'out in the sticks' always has issues but I prefer the small towns. City life is so claustrophobic and just as noisy if not more. At least the provinces have honest noises! Really good report Rubeauti, I'm very interested to hear what you think of the out-of-town places that have modern facilities though, the more expensive rural areas I mean? Thank you ❤️

[magcitrate]

Wow. 1st time watching your channel. Your face looks so calm and peaceful, like you’ve never seen stress in your life. Beautiful. 😁