A big Thank You and an even bigger Apology

Posted by on July 2, 2014
Salamat my friends and sorry for not being able to reply right now!

Salamat my friends and sorry for not being able to reply right now!

Yesterday I received a huge amount of kind feedback, messages and Likes by Filipinos from at home and abroad. It is unbelievable and I never thought that this would take off as it did. The article I shared here with all of you was just my humble way of saying thank you and giving back a little. Yesterday was also my birthday and you all gave me theΒ best present ever. Thank you all so much. Support like that really keeps me motivated and going. Maraming Salamat my Filipino Friends.

At the same time I found myself unable to reply to the comments you posted as they number more than 600 by now. That is unbelievable and I would really like to thank each and everyone of you for it. I usually reply to each comment individually because I think of it as respect for the people who take their time reading my posts – people like you. I want to apologize that I am not able to do it this time. Be assured that I value your support a lot and that I won’t ever forget. If you have any urgent inquiries, get in touch via Facebook as it seems to be better manageable for me at this time.

Thank you guys! You rock!

Come and join the ESCapology tribe

38 Responses to A big Thank You and an even bigger Apology

  1. lara

    I read some of your beautiful posts. I am half german , half Filipina who now lives in germany. I only got to see few of the islands and beaches back home, but thanks for showing me that there is still so much to see. πŸ™‚ that would be my next agenda if ever i do get back home for a vacation soon : lie down on a hammock beside the sea, on one of the small islands, and just delve and bury myself in the exquisite beauty of nature around me. Cheers! πŸ™‚

    • Phil D.

      Hi Lara, where abouts do you live in Germany and what do you do? If you ever need some tips for going back and designing a nice itinerary, let me know πŸ˜‰

  2. dubaiexpatnurse

    belated happy birthday πŸ™‚

  3. Issa Magbln

    Where’s your next destination?

    • Phil D.

      Hehe, I don’t know yet, gotta earn some money first and then see…. I wanna come back to the Phils so for sure. Just to much to see there πŸ˜‰

  4. Mae

    Belated happy birthday, Phil! Hope you had a good one! Cheers from Manila. πŸ™‚

    • Phil D.

      Thanks Mae, I had a good day. All the positive messages were the best present ever πŸ˜‰

  5. owengthegreat

    Happy Birthday in English, Maligayang Kaarawan in Filipino and Alles Gute zum Geburstag auf Deutsch!

    Vielen Dank! πŸ™‚

    • Phil D.

      Owne, great German my friend. Danke schΓΆn. I appreciate the kind wishes. All the best!

      • owengthegreat

        Its Oweng my friend, anyway Thanks. I learn German for 2 years and all I can say is “Ich spreche ein bisschen Deutsch! Ich bin nicht fleissend” Deutsch is a beautiful language but i got hard time studying it. Anyway, its fun learning the language. We also learn songs like Muss I Denn, Hanschen Klein und Edelweiss. We also watched movies, Im Juli and Das Boot, awesome movies. Anyway Congrats also to Germany for winning the 2014 FIFA World Cup! πŸ™‚

        • Phil D.

          Hi Oweng, wie geht es dir? I know, German is a tough language to learn for sure. I even did bad at some tests back in school, lol. Yes, the World Cup was great. A great night yesterday. Historical.

  6. Lawrence Ramos

    Happy belated, Phillipp. I wish you all the best and hit me up when you get to visit LA! Mabuhay ka!

    • Phil D.

      Hi Lawrence, sure will. Who know, maybe I will pass by some day. Thanks for the invite!

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  8. arnee shielu

    sweet that you take time replying to every comment. I’m sure your readers will perfectly understand if you can’t get back to them at once. however, this post will certainly warm their hearts. I can see that you are very passionate with whatever you’re doing may it be travelling or writing. so, more power to you and i’m looking forward to your next article.
    -arnee shielu

    • Phil D.

      Hi Arnee, I usually try to do so…but it’s been so much that I can’t do it as I would like to anymore. I also wanna get back to people on Facebook so it is very busy these days. But is is nice to have such a response and such great feedback. That really keep me going ;). Thanks for your kind words, All the best! Philipp

  9. Francis

    i enjoyed reading your blog about our country Philippines… and i like those photographs… nice shots… i love them all… and i recommend you to try Hundred Islands from our province Pangasinan… i’m sure you’ll enjoy visiting here… you can also do island hopping, see giant clamps, the caves the beach and other activities…

    • Phil D.

      Hi Francis, thanks for stopping by. Your tip about the Hundred ISlands sounds good. Something I would like to do next time. Cheers for the advice πŸ˜‰

  10. heniajamora

    Your photos are really amazing!! I’m inspired to travel local more! Next time you visit the Phils, tag me along with your adventure!! πŸ™‚

    And, belated happy birthday too!

    • Phil D.

      Hi Henia, thanks for the feedback and your kind wishes. I am happy that you liked the pictures…. I hope you will get the chance to also explore your country a bit… it’s well worth it πŸ˜‰

  11. IΓ±igo Boy

    I love your post about your recent travel to the Philippines!
    Belated happy birthday!

  12. melody

    Belated Happy Birthday!

  13. brainofivane

    Whoa! 600! (And still rising I presume.) That’s amazing! And yes… time-consuming to read and reply to… But yeah… show the Philippines some love and we’ll show it right back to you. πŸ™‚ Hope you had an amazing birthday!

    • Phil D.

      Thanks, the feedback has been amazing. Really nice to get such positive response. That really keeps me going I have to say ….. My birthday was great due to the messages and all that…. Couldn’t have been better

  14. Blezel

    Belated birthday cheers to u! Glad that your post hit that big! (you should have expected it and look forward for it to go overboard)

  15. Timi Solidum

    I love your article. I have been travelling also around my country and I confirm your experiences. I am just too glad, that foreigners like you appreciate my country and travel the way you just did. Go back again. You are always welcome!

    • Phil D.

      Hi Timi, thanks for stopping by, I really appreciate that. And greatthat you also got to travel your country a bit. And yes, I will have to go back again..just too much to do and see… Take care

  16. Chaddie

    Thank you so much for visiting thePhilippines… and we hope to see you soon again!! Mabuhay!

    • Phil D.

      Hi Chaddie, thanks so much for stopping by and your kind feedback. I will for sure come back… no doubt. All the best and thanks again. Philipp

  17. Dianechy Alejandro

    Hi Phil im so proud to be filipino because of your Blog thank you for visiting my country and praise and put in your blog after i read it Im so blessed , honored and proud that my my country is philippines and i am a filipino. and thank you for your feedback!!! we really appreciate it and super nice picture and please comeback again we welcome you again with open arms MAbuhay k Phil! SALAMAT πŸ™‚

    • Phil D.

      Hi Dianechy, thanks so much for your kind words. I really appreciate it. You sure can be proud to be Filipino – your country is great. I had an awesome there during my three months traveling and I felt very welcome. Hence it was my pleasure to write about it and spread the good word …. Glad you liked the pictures. Take care and thaks again. Philipp

  18. Fe

    Hi Phil.
    I had a great time reading your blog. and really like those wonderful photos. Thank you for visiting my country.

    • Phil D.

      Hi Fe, thanks a lot for stopping by and taking the time to read my blog. That is great. I am happy you also liked the pictures. All the best and thanks again, Philipp