Fellow pinoy (Filipino) here
Yeah, most of the outside world focuses on the natural beauty of the Philippines, and the scenery is quite beautiful. From the lush green rainforest mountains of the Quezon province to the white-sand beaches of Boracay.
But many people don't know how much people suffer down there. How poor the people are. (The corrupt government doesn't help).
My mom was one child of nine. Her family was so poor that they could only afford one small fish for dinner for eleven of them. A fish the size of what we in first world countries view as part of an entree.
But my uncle, being the joker he is, lightened the mood. He took a flashlight, held up the fish, and shined the flashlight on everyone's plates. "That's everyone's share." he said.
I think that in order to truly enjoy life, one has to make fun of themselves. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.