The trouble is, they make sure they need it.

I suspect one of the reasons the Philippines was released from government control is that they are quite content to rely on someone else.

Typical Filipina working abroad is expected to send cash home, send boxes home (They have a special duty-free privilege), bring gifts home during vacations, and wine and dine everyone.

Then your friends and family give you this weird look when your money runs out.

Churches did a much better job when they were in charge of helping the down and out.