Friends are living, breathing treasures whose impact to you will last a lifetime. Friends are not just rare gems. It’s also difficult to find true friends who will stay with you through ups and downs of life, especially if you are in a foreign land.
But once you find them, you’ll find that the journey is all worthwhile. Here are some reasons why Filipinos are just some of the best friends you can find.
Hindi ka magugutom
Filipinos possess this innate love for food. In the Philippines, locals tend to prepare a feast fit for royalty, and they will still bring that behavior even in another country. Your stomach will be filled with adobo, lumpia, pancit, etc. because they will cook for you if given the chance.
Not to mention that they will always have packs of biscuits in their bags whenever you need a quick snack.
Happy vibes lagi
The spirit of optimism lives strong within the hearts of every Filipinos. They will always be ready to seize the day and face life’s challenges with a smile.
Handa kami makinig
Filipinos make great confidants and will be all ears when you have problems that you want to share. They also tend to keep an open mind so you can be sure that you can disclose any story with them.
Bigay lang nang bigay
Generosity is something that is instilled in every Filipino. They are willing to lend even their last dime just to give a helping hand. Whether it may be something tangible or not, Filipinos are always ready to help.
Gala? Tara!
If you are the adventurous type of person who just can’t stay still in one place, a Filipino friend is who you need. They will go with you wherever you want, whenever you want.
Mahaba ang pasensya namin
If they can tolerate the concept of “Filipino time”, then you can expect that their patience is as long as the Nile. Most Filipinos also don’t get pissed easily.
Damay-damay na ‘to
When you have a Filipino friend, you can expect that you will get to know more people. That friend will introduce you to his or her own circle of friends. Before you know it, you will find yourself trying to remember several names and faces.
