That's Happy Christmas in Surigaonon, the local language.
The silly buggers get Christmas and Easter mixed up, but then they are Catholics. (or very seriously under-converted heathens - the local swear words, such as they are, all refer to pre-Christian gods, except one - Sus Mari Yusip, (Jesus, Mary, Joseph) which is not really a swear word at all, but a mild expression of surprise).
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Good day Richard,
Merry Christmas to you and yours in GL. As a Brit married to a native of Siargao, albeit from the north of the island rather than the south (although we have family living in GL), I thought that this was an opportune moment to say how much pleasure your blog gives me (at least the posts about GL). Long may they continue.
I look forward to being able to buy you a beer (or two or three) when I eventually return - last visit was in '94.
Best wishes for the festive season.
John
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