Thank you for this post. Poverty is a problem all over the world. But in the countries where it is the biggest problem we find very bad corruption with money going into the pockets of the few. This is certainly the case with the Philippines. you are wonderful people with a great work ethic but the government fails your people by not providing needed services for the people. These include education, good healthcare and access to opportunities. This is why so many Philippinos leave and work in other countries. They feel like that cannot get a good life and opportunities at home. I am hopeful that the new leaders address the big issues so you all can have better lives. God knows you deserve it because you are such beautiful people.