Kids Playing Hacky Sack - Just Another Day in the Barangay

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  • Опубліковано 31 лип 2016
  • Ep 68 - It was just another day in the barangay. Children in the village make their own toys and entertain themselves. I walked to my sister-in-laws house to check on the pig. Then I came home and ate my hopia with a hot cup of Nescafe. Then it rained and I took a nap.
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  • @ThisisOurPhilippines
    @ThisisOurPhilippines 8 років тому +2

    It is funny how the kids will make toys out of something so simple. They seemed to be very good at keeping it in the air. I was surprised you did not participate with them! It seems you really enjoy it there! I really liked this type of video!

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому +2

      I've tried, but I'm lucky to get 4 in a row. I'll just watch!

  • @janedudynsky5067
    @janedudynsky5067 8 років тому

    One of my good memories playing Sipa in the early seventies. No cell phone, no Internet that time, me and my cousins could play for hours after dinner and goes home tired but happy. I have 2 cats and they're spoiled crazy.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      You want some more? ...Cats! lol

  • @PinayTuboAngieDan
    @PinayTuboAngieDan 8 років тому

    Sounds like a fun day..Excellent video, really enjoyed it. It's the little everyday things that make your videos so cool. Have a nice day.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Thanks guys. I enjoy making these kinds of videos.

  • @patmendoza8401
    @patmendoza8401 8 років тому +1

    The little girl selling ice candy is pretty..she can be a Miss Philippines when older...her skin color is nice, exotic ...

  • @derektolliday7694
    @derektolliday7694 8 років тому

    Great life you have there, just having a beer while watching this better than watching the television.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Thanks! I think I will have one with you! lol

  • @GlassLegend40
    @GlassLegend40 8 років тому +2

    yep! I remember (sipa) our filipino street version of hockey sack , made of led washer from tin roof and a small piece of plastic bag ..

  • @TheFilipinaandCuban0911
    @TheFilipinaandCuban0911 8 років тому

    Now that is what's retire life is all about, nice, one day I will be like that... Gracias and Salamat.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting. Start making your plans now!

  • @rcamacho66
    @rcamacho66 7 років тому

    Hello! Just started following your channel, look forward to following your daily living in PI.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  7 років тому

      Hi, happy to have you as a subscriber. I appreciate all my viewers! Thanks.

  • @andrianmalicay6675
    @andrianmalicay6675 8 років тому

    It appears that you are enjoying your life there. More power Sir.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Thanks and thank you for watching.

  • @GerryP
    @GerryP 8 років тому

    "Simple things. Simple toys,. Simple way of life." You just disproved Malcom Forbes's phrase "He who dies with the most toys wins." The smiles of those kids are priceless. (And so is an improvised hacky sack made with a washer and candy wrapper, a fresh cup of coffee and a bite of hopia on a hot humid day in Samar with an occasional shower.) We're all winners. Thanks.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Oh what does Malcom know? Someone has failed to inform him that all graves are the same size! At one time, my wife and I owned three houses, lived in the big one overlooking the golf course, had a sailboat AND a motor home, and a lot of toys. Were we happy? ... not really! My wife does miss Walmart though! lol

    • @GerryP
      @GerryP 8 років тому +1

      Amen from SoCal. Wish to be there soon. Like your videos.

  • @patmendoza8401
    @patmendoza8401 8 років тому +1

    Fan club....kids....hahhaha

  • @bullbream46
    @bullbream46 7 років тому +1

    I'm here in Destin watching your great videos,thankyou

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  7 років тому

      Hey Destin... our old go to Beach location when we needed a vacation... every 3 years! It was only a 6 hour drive! Thanks for watching!

  • @patmendoza8401
    @patmendoza8401 8 років тому

    Ur awesome, a very approachable guy....ur not snobbish....

  • @WaynesAdventure
    @WaynesAdventure 6 років тому

    Nice video I enjoyed it.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  5 років тому +1

      Thanks... hope you subscribed!

  • @Simplypinay60
    @Simplypinay60 8 років тому

    very nice house. A few more years of sacrifices and I'll be living that dream retired life in the Phil like yours. Sweet onion with mung beans Hopia is the BEST!

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Haven't tried that flavor yet... maybe tomorrow! he he

  • @venusporcaro9414
    @venusporcaro9414 7 років тому

    I enjoyed watching your vedio.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  7 років тому

      Thanks. There are many more for you to see so I hope you get to see them all! ;)

  • @namewithheld7835
    @namewithheld7835 7 років тому

    subscribed... Very cool stuff. . cool music very nice commentary

  • @jenniferdavis2110
    @jenniferdavis2110 7 років тому

    It does.seem peaceful there💙

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  3 роки тому

      Usually at around 3am, it's mostly peaceful... until the roosters wake up. 😂

  • @theimportedwifevlog1625
    @theimportedwifevlog1625 8 років тому +1

    that girl reminds me of my childhood playing "sipa" with that simple toy. and oh I love watermelon! we always get them for free from our neighbors! i love hopia! now I want to go get some from the Asian store! thank you for sharing this video

  • @patmendoza8401
    @patmendoza8401 8 років тому

    Nice community, ha? Peace , quiet and clean...

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Only when you climb to the highest mountain here will you find all three!

    • @patmendoza8401
      @patmendoza8401 8 років тому

      +Retired in Samar oh, yesss, in the mountains....have fun....

  • @joydelosreyes3266
    @joydelosreyes3266 7 років тому +2

    she is so cute!!

  • @TokTokCali
    @TokTokCali 8 років тому

    nice!

  • @AmazingPhilippines1
    @AmazingPhilippines1 8 років тому

    Nice video. Now we need to see you play "hacky sac". Haha. That takes skill.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Thanks, but you won't see me playing it. I was never good at it.

    • @AmazingPhilippines1
      @AmazingPhilippines1 8 років тому

      Eye foot coordination is not one of my strong points either.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Walking and chewing gum is becoming more difficult these days! lol

    • @AmazingPhilippines1
      @AmazingPhilippines1 8 років тому

      I can relate to that! Haha.

  • @michaelmeltomc3117
    @michaelmeltomc3117 7 років тому +1

    Life cant get any better then that

  • @teclife4
    @teclife4 7 років тому +1

    I love the philippines

  • @yegg14
    @yegg14 7 років тому

    Love it, only in the Philippines eh.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  7 років тому

      You got that right! Thanks for watching.

  • @hunterpinoy6075
    @hunterpinoy6075 8 років тому

    as a kid, its difficult to produce a lead roof washer to be used for SIPA toy. One day while playing sipa , our toy went to the roof, so we bravely climb the roof and to our amazement we saw lots of lead roof washer attach to the nails.. We excitedly detach some old nails and took several Roof Lead Washers, and proudly show to our friends of out unlimited supply of lead roof washers.....when typhoon came...the roof of our school was detached !!!...the school principal was very angry , why the heck the roof was easily detached and why only few nails remains, when the principal realized that the students are the ones detaching the roof nails and lead washer....he banned SIPA in our school....hahha

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Destruction of Innocence. That is so funny!

    • @hunterpinoy6075
      @hunterpinoy6075 8 років тому

      while playing SIPA, our feet usually get some sores and wound due to lead washers, so we cover our feet with foam or slippers so that it will not hurt and the bounce is high....but we do not have foam during that time bcoz all our sala set are made of wood our bed is made of banig ....one evening my dad drinking buddy came to our house to have some drinking session driving his old toyota car...while playing on the road, we noticed the seat of his car had lots of foam...so I detach a portion of the foam from the seat and cover my feet and continue playing Sipa. Naturally my friends are envious and complain why I use a foam while they don't. I simply told them that I took it from the car seat . So all my friends 5 of them, detach also some foam from the seat and use it to cover their foot...at 7 PM Sipa game over and all of us went home. After eating I watch the drinking session of my dad and his drinking buddies up to midnight...when they finished drinking...my dad friend went to his car...and suddenly shouting and cursing..." who the fuck detached all the foam in my car seat ? " bcoz his seat had no more foam, what remains are torn seat cover, and exposed metal springs"...am sure it wil surely hurt his ass and balls....hahahaha...of course, all of us kids deny that we took the foam and use it on sipa....hahaha we just keep our silence....hahaha

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Lol!

  • @LianaDrellesVlogs
    @LianaDrellesVlogs 8 років тому

    you have many cats..Nice videos😊

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Yes, now! We started with two indoor cats we brought with us from the U.S. One passed away and we wound up rescuing two. Then someone took advantage of us and dumped to young kittens on our back steps... and now they have become parents of 4 more! AUGHHH! We have already found a home for one... with more to go.

    • @LianaDrellesVlogs
      @LianaDrellesVlogs 8 років тому

      +Retired in Samar :wow!!🐹🐹🐭🐭

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Yeah, wow. It definitely is interesting with the little ones running around!

    • @LianaDrellesVlogs
      @LianaDrellesVlogs 8 років тому

      +Retired in Samar :😊

  • @patmendoza8401
    @patmendoza8401 8 років тому +1

    Hahahhaha, that's life...having the air con on...hahhaha

  • @PhiloM
    @PhiloM 8 років тому +2

    I really enjoyed this video it reminded me so much of the Barangay that my fiance lives in Caloocan City....Wow I did not know the kids like hacky-sack I will buy a bunch of those to take with me when I retire there, they are cheap here in the states.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому +1

      I made a couple of them when I first got here and gave them to the neighbor kids. The kids played with them for about an hour and went back to the washer and candy wrapper!

    • @PhiloM
      @PhiloM 8 років тому

      Oh really wow it seems like the washer would hurt their feet compared to a soft sack made from material and cotton.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому +1

      These kids are tougher than most people will ever know!

    • @elninoiable
      @elninoiable 8 років тому +1

      +Philo in the Philippines , it will only hit the sole of the feet so it doesnt hurt..
      sometimes it inadvertently hit the bone on the foot, that really hurts..

    • @Mari443Garrett1
      @Mari443Garrett1 7 років тому +1

      During my days we used plants that grow in the wild called matitas... we tied them to a bunch and kick it that way.. boys kick on the inside of their legs.. girls kick outside.. I didn't know Americans play them too.

  • @621norby
    @621norby 8 років тому

    mmmm aircon... do you ever get used to the heat there? i been 4 times now and im just a sweat ball the entire time. lol

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      When I see 80'ish old Filipina women frantically fanning themselves, my answer is no - you will never get used to it! If they can't, you won't either! lol There are good days and better days though.

  • @007thematrix007
    @007thematrix007 6 років тому +1

    #thesimplelife

  • @fishingbuddyph8786
    @fishingbuddyph8786 7 років тому +1

    Hey nice video. I'm in the States now, but was born in Samar, Dolores Eastern Samar to be more specific. Where abouts are you in Samar?

  • @kungmarkatta2000
    @kungmarkatta2000 8 років тому

    Really nice video, i subscribed! I will go for my first trip to the Philippines this december for 2,5 mounths. I yearn :)

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      So you will be here for Christmas? At least it is the dry season.

    • @kungmarkatta2000
      @kungmarkatta2000 8 років тому

      Retired in Samar Yes, first christmas alone haha. Yes, i thought that it is the best time to travel around and explore then!

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      It is definitely the most busy and festive time of year. Come to think of it, the season begins next month already!

    • @kungmarkatta2000
      @kungmarkatta2000 8 років тому

      Retired in Samar Okey, but do you Think it is a good time to visit between december 6 - februari 22?

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      It is a great time to visit. Where are you visiting to?

  • @marioblasalegria
    @marioblasalegria 7 років тому

    Every expat dream to have i want this life

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  7 років тому

      Save and plan carefully... take your time and you can build your slice of paradise. Thanks for watching.

    • @marioblasalegria
      @marioblasalegria 7 років тому

      I will buddy yea you doing good job there I'm proud of you .you doing something productive not like Otero guys when they go and they mess around. You know what I mean..

  • @aaronmartins6387
    @aaronmartins6387 8 років тому

    Looks like you have a great thing going for yourself there Sir. I'm assuming that you are American? I'm an American also, and I was wondering how things work in regards to our taxes when we retire overseas. Do you receive social security? Do you need to file a federal tax return every year? Do you still have to file a state tax return? Of course I'm not trying to get too personal with you, just trying to learn how retirement works when we leave the USA. Maybe you could make a vlog on the topic? Thanks!!

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Yes, I am from the USA. As a retiree anywhere in the world, you are responsible for paying taxes on earned income. If you are vested in Social Security, you can draw your SS earnings when eligible while living abroad. State tax returns are dependent upon your income and the state in which you reside. A good place to start planning is to Google "Tax obligations for Americans living abroad." Visit my blog for more information about planning a move overseas... retiredinsamar.com

  • @troynoh69
    @troynoh69 7 років тому

    Your sister in law is Teri twin :)

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  7 років тому

      No, they are about 7 years apart.

  • @molly-lc2kj
    @molly-lc2kj 7 років тому

    Hello can i ask the title of the song at 2:45 If its ok? I need for my school project presentation. New subscriber here Thanks!

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  7 років тому +2

      The song title is "Working it" and is done by the "Jingle Punks."

    • @molly-lc2kj
      @molly-lc2kj 7 років тому +1

      Retired in Samar Thanks!

  • @patmendoza8401
    @patmendoza8401 8 років тому +1

    Yikes, cats.....hhahahaha

  • @Mari443Garrett1
    @Mari443Garrett1 7 років тому

    It's neat to watch the kids actually playing home made toys in the streets, they are not just glued unto their gadgets like most kids these days..hehe.. and how can you not believe the wife making a run for Wally world.. lol..

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  7 років тому

      Many days the streets are full of children playing with homemade toys and other street games like "Tag" and others. And the wife... if she could have brought a Walmart with her when we moved here, she certainly would have. Thanks for watching!

  • @troynoh69
    @troynoh69 7 років тому

    There are too many fat pills in pinas, puto, suman, bibingka, banana cue, kamote cue, mystery banana leave treats. There no hope to lose weight there haha

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  7 років тому

      I remember 30+ years ago, it was rare to see a matabat filipino... not any more. And don't forget the donuts - Krispy Kreme, Dunkin, & Mr. Donut!

  • @marioblasalegria
    @marioblasalegria 7 років тому

    I never liked hopia.when I was in Hagonoy bulacan

  • @ayankinthephilippines9927
    @ayankinthephilippines9927 4 роки тому

    When did you change your UA-cam channel name?

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  4 роки тому

      I think it was in Sep 2018. Because we now include Guam in our living and travel, it just seemed more appropriate. Trust me though, I will never do that again... too much like work! lol

  • @dukeferrari9961
    @dukeferrari9961 8 років тому

    Oh, those poor, deprived children, forced to go outside and play in the fresh air and sunshine. Can't we raise some money and get them all cell phones and Game Boys so they can sit indoors texting and playing games till they are all fat and pasty white, just like God intended??? ;-)
    PS This is probably my favorite video that you posted. Just a simple slice of life...thanks for sharing it!

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Somebody is apparently working on it! The Philippines is dubbed as the "texting capital of the world." Thanks for watching and the nice comment!

  • @julewestcott6715
    @julewestcott6715 8 років тому

    You have a nice place there, but neighbors are a lil too close for my liking. The Karaoke drives me crazy. We had to move and found a great place.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      Bahala na my friend. That is why we like the corner lot!

    • @julewestcott6715
      @julewestcott6715 8 років тому

      we are hearing Karaoke now and it's 2 blocks away. They are getting drunk and they are all the worst singers I have ever heard. LOL

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому +1

      And that is why everyone around them is getting drunk also... so the karaoke sounds better! lol

    • @julewestcott6715
      @julewestcott6715 8 років тому

      hehe. Where are you from? I am from New Mexico but lived in Alaska for 20 yrs.

    • @TropicShade
      @TropicShade  8 років тому

      I've been to Anchorage... for about 1 hour! lol