Author from New York City writes about life in the Philippines

Excerpt:

"...Binalbagan nestled in the hills and fields of Negros Occidental in the Philippines, often raises eyebrows and provokes bursts of laughter when mentioned to travelers unfamiliary with the territory and terrain.  With Filipinos not used to the name Binalbagan, the name reminds them of the words "binugbog" or "binuntal" meaning "beaten up" as in a boxing match..."

copyright 2005
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