A Tooth in My Popsicle: And Other Ebullient Essays on Becoming Filipino

This engaging collection of short essays recounts the adventures of journalist David Haldane and his wife Ivy as they move from Los Angeles to the Philippine island of Mindanao. Through their stories, readers explore the triumphs and challenges of building a new life abroad, navigating cultural differences, and facing unexpected hardships during a global pandemic. Originally published as a newspaper column, these narratives offer an honest and entertaining glimpse into the realities of expatriate life and the deep connections that can develop across cultures.