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My husband's been in Oz for 5 days now and he is bored to death.  Establishments close at 5PM.  No wonder band gigs happen at 3PM.  I am not sure if it's the same way in the bigger cities.  I know that it is going to be difficult to beat homesickness and the winter blues if that's everyday life.

I'm glad he is enjoying the fresh cheeses and cold cuts from the nearby open market.  It's also nice to know that there's a Filipino store just a few blocks away.

We've been thinking of me joining him there.  It'll be just for a few weeks, before Johann's school starts.  Ewan.  We still have to factor in Visa processing.  Baka pauwi na siya by the time I'm ready to leave.  Oh well.  I am just waiting for his decision.
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Deepa said…
In the Netherlands stores close at 6pm, except for the supermarket which is open until 10pm. They're closed on Sundays too. On Thursdays, they stay open until 9pm. I was surprised at how easy this was to get used to. I don't even miss it anymore. I guess it's a different lifestyle talaga. Sa Pinas at lalo na sa Singapore kasi, most of our activities revolve around the mall, siguro dahil mainit at gusto natin ng aircon.

Here I noticed they spend a lot of time outdoors, especially now that it's spring. I see a lot of people running, biking, going to the park, parents playing ball with their kids, etc. after work. Maybe if Vic is there with the kids, he would enjoy some playtime with them out in the fresh air.

Household chores also take up a lot of after-6pm time because nobody has maids. Sabi nga ng isang friend ko, maaga sila umaalis sa trabaho kasi may "second shift" pa sa bahay!
May 24, 2011 at 5:07 PM
CathyCE said…
Siguro nga. He only fends for himself so after that, wala nang ibang aabalahin. When we were on vacation, with the yayas, pagod na din kami by 6PM. So, yeah, it's the lifestyle. I guess, that way, it is easier to strike a balance between work and life.
May 26, 2011 at 10:30 AM
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