This is my story. I am an American who now lives in the Philippines with my family. How I got here was a long process as I love America but I did not like what was going on in my country relating to political changes and daily life challenges. Needless to say I was offered a mixed martial arts contract to fight in the URCC ( A professional mma league out of Asia). I found out I was not that good of a fighter as I did not like to hurt my opponents. Hahahaha. Crazy right.... I live in San Carlos City, Negros Occidental and it is a challenging and I would dare to say very hard life compared to my past life in America. The one thing I like so much about the Philippines - you are really held up to a high standard. I mean your character is everything and unless you are born into a very wealthy family there are no shortcuts. You have to smile, work hard and never give up... People don't care what your skin color is or your background history. They will only judge you by how you respect other people and think about their feelings deeply before you take action.... Well I don't want to bore you more but we have 3 beautiful children now and I have been with my wife for 7 years. I would say we are struggling but we are a very happy family. I will be writing stories about such topics as diets, beautiful places to visit off the beaten path, alternatives to bitcoins, self defense and meditation. I hope you have time to read my introduction and enjoy some of my family pictures. I am also hoping you will follow me and I will definitely follow you back. 
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Welcome! Hope you enjoy Steemit and share good content with us! I am a Brazilian journalist and writer living in London. I wrote about photography, travel and stories. Have a look at my profile and if you like it, follow me! Cheers!
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Thank you so much Marcelli. I followed you and I am hoping you will follow me also....
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Welcome to the Community!
And I'm from the Philippines - my younger years were spent in Muntinlupa City. In a way, I'm fortunate to have come to America when I did.
Anyway, I know everyone takes a different path in life, and I hope it works out for the best for you and your family.
Nothing better than Filipino food and Filipino desserts that is for sure :)
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Thanks JamJam, Yes. I agree we all have our different paths in life.. I also wish you and your family the best in America. I will follow you friend and I hope you will do the same....
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Of course. I sent you a small token in welcoming you to the community :)
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Welcome to family :) Follow me back and I will surprise you on August 1 ;)
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August 1... Will SEGWIT be activated for BTC :0
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I love your courage, your family and your story. Welcome to steemit dear friend @georgef7, I've met with good friends by searching 'introduceyourself' tag, i love newbies and delight in giving them a hand of friendship. Love from @maxdevalue, you have my up vote, and am sending some steem to your wallet right away, you'll do great here.
My love to your cute kids.
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Thanks so much Maxdevalue, I really appreciate your kind supportive message.. That is really kind...I added you as a friend. I hope you will add me too. Also thanks so much for the steem. My family thanks you also. Right on brother.
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Thanks for your appreciation. One love.
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Welcome brother.
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Your kids are adorable. I'm new here too, I can't wait to see what you post! I'll follow you and you can follow me too if you'd like. :)
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Thank you so much Slnight. Yup. I already followed you. Thanks also for the follow. I can't wait to see your posts also. What are you interested in? What kind of post would you find most interesting?
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Maybe, as you live in such a different climate and environment as I do, (and many others) some nature walks, or scenic drives would be fun for you to post! I'd love to see the nature you're surrounded with!
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Okay. I am not so good at posting here but I will get better. I will do that at some point. Thanks again @slnight
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Welcome aboard, George! Follow me at https://steemit.com/@bitgeek
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Thanks Bitgeek. You got it. I am following you now. I hope you will do the same?
Best george
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You've got a beautiful family. Thanks for sharing this interesting story.
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Globalfoodbook. Thank you for your kind words. I am following you now. I hope you will also follow me.
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It is my pleasure! I am following you too to stay connected.
Cheers
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First off, your family isn't boring. I'd never even consider doing mma. I'll stick with the occasional marathon, and keep my jaw in tact!
You recently voted on one of my posts--thank you! I wish you the best in the Philippines. I've actually heard many good things about the Philippines.
G-d bless!
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Thank you @steveitt that is a very thoughtful response.
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Welcome to the community George! Hope you like steemit!
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Thank you Vanni2121. I really appreciate the welcome. I will follow you now...I am hoping you will do the same..
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