Each trip to Manila is a filter to sort out who values your limited time back home. I appreciate those who make the effort not to keep you hanging with invites or show up on time during gatherings. I think it’s basic courtesy and sign of respect and I make it a point to treat others’ time the same way.
I know especially with good friends, this act of consideration can be lost in time. While we can’t control all circumstances that affect promptness (especially in Manila!), at least make an effort to keep them informed where you are and if you’re still planning to show up?
I’m doing this post to tie up the many, many moments when I was thisclose to snapping at the person who does not respect your effort to be on time and for people who feel this is important. When you show up two hours later just because you wanted to and/or be unreachable when you shouldn’t and/or be nonchalant of other people’s schedules, bastos ka.
