Over time, as I stay in the Philippines, I'm discovering that the history of the country is absolutely fascinating. Thanks for recording this interesting discussion about Camiguin's history. Camiguin is one of my favorite place to be in the Visayas. The beautiful view from the (now) excellent road, the kind-hearted people, the relaxing ocean sounds. It would be interesting to hear Belen talk about her island in her native Bisaya language. She seems really comfortable expressing herself in Bisaya. I would be happy to assist the translation for English subtitles.
Thanks, that's a nice offer, but if I was going to do one with subtitles I'd just get my wife to translate. It's a good idea, though, and I might do it.
Hello John and Family This lady, Belen looks like my Yaya (God bless her) I like history, old story and the telling of how resilient old Filipinos were God, bless the souls of Mt. Hibok Hibok eruption victims. Looking forward to part two of this fascinating story... I really enjoyed each and every one of your videos. You have a wonderful channel, regards!
It was bad enough. It killed 3,000 people, and destroyed a lot of the capitol. The economy of the island was in bad shape, too, because half the population of Camiguin evacuated the island.
I am always interested in the history and geological events of an area. "Extinct" volcanoes come to life and change history. I am always surprised at how many Filipinos speak 3 languages also.
I've always been interested in history, too. I think so many Filipinos speak other languages because they need to. They get the hang of learning languages early just so they can communicate with people from different areas of the Philippines, and they're taught English in school. It's interesting to note that most Bisaya speakers can also speak Tagalog, but the reverse isn't true.
Seems like a sweet lady.. It would also be interesting to find out how she acquired her skills/talents as a hilot. My husbands's cousin was a very talented hilot who could massage and adjust many local patients like a chiropractor might. Very talented and sought after for many ailments.. He even pulled teeth when needed. It was a real calling for him.
Belen is a very sweet lady. She's one of my favorite people here. I don't know where she learned her skills. That's how she makes her living, though, and she does very well. Each massage is preceded by a prayer, too.
What a sweet Lady....so interesting....now Camiguin Island is on my list.....really enjoy your channel
It is amazing how people come back to a place after a major event like that.
Well, home is home. People want their lives back.
Over time, as I stay in the Philippines, I'm discovering that the history of the country is absolutely fascinating. Thanks for recording this interesting discussion about Camiguin's history. Camiguin is one of my favorite place to be in the Visayas. The beautiful view from the (now) excellent road, the kind-hearted people, the relaxing ocean sounds.
It would be interesting to hear Belen talk about her island in her native Bisaya language. She seems really comfortable expressing herself in Bisaya. I would be happy to assist the translation for English subtitles.
Thanks, that's a nice offer, but if I was going to do one with subtitles I'd just get my wife to translate. It's a good idea, though, and I might do it.
Hello John and Family
This lady, Belen looks like my Yaya (God bless her) I like history, old story and the telling of how resilient old Filipinos were God, bless the souls of Mt. Hibok Hibok eruption victims.
Looking forward to part two of this fascinating story... I really enjoyed
each and every one of your videos. You have a wonderful channel, regards!
Belen is a fun lady to be around. She's very mellow, even for a Filipino, and Filipinos are usually mellow to begin with.
Very interesting. How bad was the eruption there?
It was bad enough. It killed 3,000 people, and destroyed a lot of the capitol. The economy of the island was in bad shape, too, because half the population of Camiguin evacuated the island.
I am always interested in the history and geological events of an area. "Extinct" volcanoes come to life and change history. I am always surprised at how many Filipinos speak 3 languages also.
I've always been interested in history, too. I think so many Filipinos speak other languages because they need to. They get the hang of learning languages early just so they can communicate with people from different areas of the Philippines, and they're taught English in school. It's interesting to note that most Bisaya speakers can also speak Tagalog, but the reverse isn't true.
Wow! That was so informative.
Part 2 is interesting, too.
Seems like a sweet lady.. It would also be interesting to find out how she acquired her skills/talents as a hilot. My husbands's cousin was a very talented hilot who could massage and adjust many local patients like a chiropractor might. Very talented and sought after for many ailments.. He even pulled teeth when needed. It was a real calling for him.
Belen is a very sweet lady. She's one of my favorite people here. I don't know where she learned her skills. That's how she makes her living, though, and she does very well. Each massage is preceded by a prayer, too.