I have been watching you Paul and Mark for 2 years and I finally pulled the trigger when the Philippines opened up on the 10th of February I gave my 2 week notice at work, spent the next month selling things off and packing things up to take to my son in Boise id. Just want to say thank you again to you and Mark for inspiring me to take the plunge, I am now living here with my Beautiful girlfriend after 2 years and 6 months of talking on messager as of April 2nd living now on Samal Island Garden City Davao. I and my girlfriend are now walking everyday, 3 hours everyday and getting my health back. She is such a wonderful partner. I agree life is now stress free and I am loving life everyday. Thank you again, I am looking forward to each and everyday when I wake up. Life is great. After listening to you and Mark I made a promise to myself 2 things I will never do here in the Philippines, 1.) Argue with anyone about anything life's to short, and 2.) Never get involved with Philippine politics. Thank you again for being my mentor.
I just retired from the Coast Guard and moved here to the Philippines to be with my wife and it’s by far my favorite place. I’ve watched enough vlogers like you and Mae to know that this place isn’t like the United States and y’all have been spot on and I haven’t been surprised about anything yet. I watched all the videos that I could for a year to prepare myself and that helped me out a lot. My wife didn’t want me to get a scooter because she was scared I didn’t know how to ride one 🤣 but I’ve risen motorcycles for years back at home so needless to say she was very surprised after our first ride together and she even told me I ride better than anyone she’s risen with before 🤣🤣🤣. This place is beautiful and amazing if you can look past the few imperfections and the people here are so warm and welcoming. I think moving here is the best decision I’ve made and it’s watching people like you and mae that made my transition easier. Thank you to both of you for your insight and all the great videos 👍
@@JenGioPhilippineJourney yeah I’m still here and we were living in Vigan but that area doesn’t have good infrastructure so we moved to Bacolod and we’re much happier here. My son was born a few months ago so life is even better now. These past two years have been the greatest two years of my life so far and I love this place.
Hey Paul and Mae very well put I've always tried to show that there are good Americans. I have talked to the person cleaning the streets with a broom! We both walked away with a smile. To make someone's day is truly a gift for me. Wish more could see it that way! God bless y'all peace out brother
Absolutely correct, having lived as an expat in three different countries over the last 25 years there are always the moaners who should just pack their bags and go. Arrived in the Philippines 31st March, it will be my final resting place.
Too Paul Sheppard- your final resting place? You may not have to wait too long. ( Joking Joking...) { Not Joking } Malaria, TB, Chikungunya, Dengue, Syphilis, Aids , Roadkill, Chizmiz, Jealous Bf or even husbands, etc etc Not counting faulty electrical wiring & domestic accidents, or dirty aircons in hotel rooms, bronchitis, pneumonia.... oh I forgot food poisoning from some sea foods- or even COVID-19 as the final insult.
Since I turned 50, I find myself in the same situation. People who constantly rant or have issues. What do I do? I just ignore it and show little interest by not giving a rat's ass. It's quite liberating and eventually you'll find yourself surrounded by people that you enjoy being with. Life's too short for drama and people constantly being "offended". Love your videos, Paul. You and Baby Mae rock. You two keep up the good work.
You don't like drama but chose to live in the Philippines ???? WOW ,, I guess you also don't like hot weather BOTH are part of being in the Philippines
@@tilapiadave3234 I don't live in the Philippines yet. I'm just referring to everyday life and how I deal with it as well as being more relaxed and avoiding those situations. By the way, I love the hot weather. It goes well with a few cold ones. Have a good weekend. 😎😉
@@HibernusMortis1 My experience is they just move to the NEXT drama ,, unending soap opera.... But my experience doesn't mean it is the same in every area or in every family there
It’s very cool that Baby Mae truly appreciates the simple gift of the hat. It says a lot about her sweet persona, that she recognizes you were thinking of her on your trip. Great as always seeing the 2 of you together. 🙏🏽
Exactly, Paul. If someone dreams of moving to a country and retiring there, but they've never been out of their own country, the culture shock will be extremely frustrating. If someone thinks they want to live there, they should come here first and stay a few weeks or months. The things in Phil I've found annoying are nothing compared to the things I experienced while living in China over four years. Retirees should travel if they can afford it and check out potential relocation spots. Not everything is as pretty as the internet makes it hehe
Thanks Paul ! Mobility issue is definitely a huge one. You are the only Vlogger I have seen mentioning it , so yes - I am sure that talking about it saved a lot of guys a lot of troubles.
Hello and continue to enjoy your life over there and stay safe.I hope to visit soon and I have always had lots of patience and I respect every one.Enjoy.🙂✌🏿
Because it is so spot on, this is one of your best videos. I have been to about 36 countries, most while I was in the Army. I was often very embarrassed by civilian and even military personnel's attitudes and actions. Once in Germany a soldier said "stupid Germans, don't even speak English". I asked him if he spoke German, he said no, like it was a dumb question for me to ask. I then asked "What country are we in". He looked at me like I really was crazy and said GERMANY! Not sure what I said exactly but basically told him that he was the dummy for not speaking the host country's language. Don't remember his response but remember it was not positive. Later I served 10 years as a Special Forces member and was privileged to visit the PI. Have never met nicer people. Admire people who speak second languages too.
Great post Old Dog. I feel exactly the same way. I traveled extensively when in the military and always hated the "Ugly American" when they pour out their personal frustrations onto locals. On a side note, Baby Mae looked so much more comfortable in front of the camera today. Seems like her shy nature is evening out. good on both of you.
I see why you’re happy Paul, lucky guy, May is a beautiful young lady! Thanks for the videos, very informative and interesting. I’d be interested to hear some more of May’s advice as well. Best of luck to you both on all your endeavors!
I like you guys alot. I don't know if I'll ever get to the Philippines, but if I do, being friends with people like you will be the best part of life. Good wishes for both of you.... Oops, forgot 🐓 👍👍❤️❤️🙏
Great insights. Watching all your video's to determine if this lifestyle would be a good fit for me. I'm 64 & retired last Nov. Thx, insightful videos.
be very patient when you are here. I used to get upset when some drive faster and my kind filipino husband would just say to me " relax, just understand him..he is probably suffering from diarrhea and needs to get to the toilet immediately" lol
Nice video. Pretty fair analysis. HUMBLE and LEARN but keep your eyes open and do not mess with WOMEN until you fully understand how the Philippines operates. Its not all sugar and spice and everything nice.
Paradise is different in different eyes! The Philippines is paradise in mine! Cannot wait to finish up 4 1/2 more years of hell working at UPS in NJ and moving on to live with my Angel Mari in the Philippines for the rest of my life! :) 😀
@@HibernusMortis1 4.5 years, lucky you, I have to do empty trashcans for 13 more years, driving around in a big city risking my life all day and smell the rotten smell of trash all day.
@@videos-jq7je You will come to the Philippines where stinky trash in hot, humid atmosphere makes the towns reek. You'll be in paradise -and- double bonus, you'll be able to reminisce about back home with the stench. Paradise found? Paradise lost!
We're eliminating many of those inconveniences with our home build. Central AC, solar panels (20 - 24) that run the house, maybe a battery pack, generators because when storms come through you have to protect the solar panels and you won't get enough power anyway, or at least you have to secure them for typhoons. We're in the a rural area, so two wells, one for the home and one for agriculture (already there), a septic tank that ISN'T under the house. So, very much an American home, but done with the Philippines in mind, such as a dirty kitchen to keep part of the heat out of the house, built with cement/cinder blocks/rebar. So it's indoor kitchen with a huge island for prep and light cooking, dirty kitchen for most everything, and a covered outdoor area for grilling and all the cooking with coal and fire, and it's covered with a large second floor balcony. A sidewalk across the rice field to get from the home to the hill (it's our rice field), where all the agriculture is, other than the rice field itself. A cleaning area with a shower that's outside the home for cleaning off after you've been And, a DRY home, not one where the bathroom is always wet because there is no real shower or running water. A clothes washer and dryer in a connected garage. And a dishwasher. Of course once you leave the property there is all the downsides discussed. We're in a different situation because we're building a home to retire, and this is after almost 20 years of marriage and making money in the US to build a retirement home. I wanted to bring up an important point and it's about family. Most Filipinas are used to having a lot of family connection and family time. And if you make money, there's going to be those times where you'll be called upon to help. I know a lot of westerners don't like this notion and you can certainly be taken advantage of, so there are boundaries that have to be set. At the same time though, money in the bank is critical because you don't know what's going to happen, and you will probably have to help with something or another over time. And the second part of the point is, family gets you through much of these petty things. Instead of trying to carve out a life in an apt. with a woman, become part of the family if you are married. Create opportunity if needed. Be ready to spend time with family there. It's the kind of thing where "When in Rome". Our plans are actually built around her family, because the home is big enough for multiple families to live in, and the way the home will be built will bring opportunity, especially with food which is a big part of culture there. Many people will make a food product and sell it. So instead of being apart, we're going there to "embrace". In this way I think my wife will be the most comfortable and content, and happy wife, happy life. I know a lot of expats are coming to the PH being single, so it's a different story, but if you meet a woman and want to get married, if you want there to be real intimacy, you may want to think about what she wants, and what she's used to, and not try to pull her out of that world to do whatever it is you want to do all the time. We plan to travel, but it's not at the expense of being rooted in family there. Other than the fact we're dealing with agriculture when there, other than travel, it will be a pretty simple life, and I think that's what most people should probably think about when going to the PH to live. The more complex you want to make your life there, the more things will get in your way.
@@doneown503 I don't know what you mean. Maybe you didn't read something correctly. If you been around the Philippines, like not in hotels, but in people's homes, the bathroom is often wet, because there's no plumbing. It's messy. There is often no running water and only drainage. What I said is the home WON'T be wet. I was pointing out the frustration of having to deal with bathrooms that are always wet, unless you spend a lot of time trying to dry the floor.
Love your post. I'm moving there before the end of the Summer. I've already built her family a large modern home. I can't wait to go there and surprise them with solar power and a farm tractor. She and I will travel extensively. My support for her family is just a small amount in my world, but it has changed their lives forever. Old Dog and wife are making the transition easier. Stay safe 🇺🇸 🇵🇭
Introspection; the examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes. "quiet introspection can be extremely valuable". Good video.👍🏽 All the best ... 🙏🏽
Great points...yes, I'm an "old school" guy, who 1st came to Philippines way back in 1971...stationed @ Clark Air Base, Pampanga. Decent toilets off base pretty much didn't exist. My 1st car in PI was a 1960 Pontiac Bonneville beater. Lots of brownouts, problems, but..I still Loved it. I loved the weather, people, culture, etc. So, if you are handicapped, have questionable health, can't stand hot weather, etc., Yes.. stay home! Philippines has been a "Godsend" to me...but it ain't for everyone. Good video, Paul!
Thank you for this video. On my trip to the Philippines recently I also saw similar issues you raised: poor restaurant service,limited water supply,Wi-Fi issues. And poor sidewalks. I am very careful walking because of falls. But it’s the people that count and the peace. Be careful walking and realize when you are.
If you never been out of USA i suggest you vist the country you are thinking about moving to before making the actual move, and yes in most countries mobilty and walking is very important.
Hey Paul/Baby Mae; Yes, I agree, find a way to live with it or make it better. Deal with it in a positive way. Another good video, Thanks.Paul, with Baby Mae and her sidekick Jen around, I see how your always entertained. Lol.
I couldn't agree more. I am reluctant to consider living in areas with large Expat communities for the very reasons that you discussed. Allowing other people to bring their negativity into your world is something best avoided.
I watch from afar and not always allowing comment..............just to say, love you guys always, your style your charisma and your love n caring for one another............stay true guys, must have been hard to be apart
I love it here in the Philippines, even though it is sometimes exasperating, I take a breath and remind myself 'it is what it is, smile, and get on with it. This isn't a stressful place unless you get stressed by your own impatience or frustrations. The Dumaguete area is indeed a place of gentile lovely people. It actually cracks me up that a Mcdonald's can be out of fries... but there you go. Good video!
Internet is a big deal here as well. Having a backup and stuff is a good idea for what I want to do. Like how Roku isn't a smart enough tv for me. Elan musk will have some backup wherever I go though. If I can do these things that means the locals have the same opertunities. Egg mc muffins though are not a big deal.
Another amazing video that is SO TRUE! Patience is a prerequisite to survive here… And life is TOO SHORT to invest time on negative people… Keep the thoughtful content coming Sir!
Glad to hear you taking about that! I know a lot of people who would not make it there. I was there for about 3 months, coming back in the fall for 6 months or more, and then will decide if I want to make it permanent!
A very nice, and thoughtful insight to the life experience there. It’s always a good idea to look inside yourself, before making a major move. Bless you both for sharing with us.
I saw this when I was stationed on a ship in Guam. There were many who complained about everything: the heat, the locals, the shortages at the commissary, how hard it was to communicate (this was pre internet), etc. Usually the kids were ok but their parents were miserable and hard to be around. Fortunately I made friends with an expat couple who knew how to adapt and enjoy life and introduced me to some locals. It turned into a great experience for me. I now approach life as you do, I think I have found my own 'Baby Mae' and just need to get there to meet her.
Paul, you're right about the "Fussy people". In my experience, they are never happy no matter where they are. If nothing is wrong where they are they will look for problems. lol What a way to live.
I've seen a few like this. Sure there are issues, but a lot of times it's just petty and the stress is not even worth it. Just a waste of everyone's time
You guys are a cute couple. Mae looks great in her In-N-Out hat, ha ! Great words of wisdom, just roll with things when you are in a different place that operates differently.
Paul says Mae wants to tell the story about a couple they know and then he proceeds to tell the story. HaHaHa Too Funny! 😂 Maybe let HER tell the story next time Paul. In regards to the other foreigners guys that are there that are not happy with anything they do maybe, just maybe, it is because they have have had such a terrible past and nothing makes them happy now. The only real solution to their problem is to find themselves a Baby Mae like you did to be in their life as well. But then again like you said it probably wouldn't matter where they are or what they do. Another amazing topic with both of you together. Please continue making these great videos!
Thanks for the information about Dumaguete City. It is one of five possible locations I am looking at because of the people but also do the proximity to Cebu where you can fly cheaply all over the Philippines for long weekends or a week. I was amazed at how cheap it was to fly to Palawan or Davao City. I would love to see a video of why an Expat should come to Dumaguete and the best things to do. I am a single guy as well and are there many quality women available locally. Oh, I am also adept at avoiding money pits and ATM Filipinas. Keep up the good work and thank you for the candid video.
Hello Paul and Babymae, This video is so much clearer and sharp than your previous videos 👍🏻 I guess you must have got the 4K quality 👍🏻🙏🏻 Interesting topics always and thanks for entertaining us old farts 😅
Paul, another excellent video. I am retiring in the Philippines this month, finally. I’ve been married to a filipina for 43 years. Bought a house in a gated community In Bataan. I’ve been to PI and have limited expectations but I know patience will be my biggest challenge. You’d videos are helpful so keep it up.
Jim Moore...got married there in '79. Many moons ago! Jeepney fare was 35 cents & a big bowl of chicken or beef mami was 7.5 PESO in MANILA. 8 PESO PER DOLLAR. Very few malls then. Harrison plaza was where it was at. Now...it's a small ghetto-like mall or demolished. Smoking was allowed at LUNETA & lying down was too as well as vendors. U could ride the train from MANILA to BICOL. That train ride is long gone. Most of the PINOYS I knew R dead now. Marcos was in office & P.I was in a state of Marshall law. Fidel Ramos is still alive! Haynako!
Amusing story about folklore wet hair . The rest was also very insightful. I live near Sedona. Sorry I missed you when you came to Palm Springs area. Hopefully next time. Cj
Just moved to Dauin in February. You are so point on everything you spoke about. With the recent rains we’ve had so many brown outs that we are looking for a generator. I can’t imagine being in a wheel chair in Dumaguete.
Coming to the Philippines next month to explore whether it is somewhere I would like to move to next year. I appreciate that your videos don't whitewash the Philippines and show the good as well as the bad. I have learned a lot watching your videos over the past couple years.
Hey Paul, there is no way I want to travel halfway around the world to the Philippines to be around and unhappy 🙁 😫😖😣😠😡🤬🤯 people who can’t seem to enjoy the positive Tropical slower pace lifestyle that the Philippines have to offer. I want to come to the Philippines 🇵🇭 to relax and mingle with the locals so that I can learn the ins and outs A Filipino culture.
Have you ever heard the saying "well it sounded good on paper but it didn't work out in application"? Nobody moves to the Philippines thinking they will hate it.
When I fully retire I want to be able to enjoy a tropical environment which will allow me too completely destress and relax my soul as I live out the rest of my days to enjoy retirement.
Well I am here now it’s not that bad the worst part is the weather adjustment and understanding. Guarantee it’s going to rain everyday sometimes all day your going get wet haha there certain things you have expect. Which when I came here I was absorbing the culture the way of life is way slower here more easy going don’t rush do anything just got this mind set I’ll get there eventually. It’s beautiful amazing country the people are truly amazing there food everywhere traffic is contained chaos any where you go is a line but to me it’s ok really enjoy slow pace and just slowing down enjoy life. When I came here had all these plans but now I just don’t make plans when we wake up if we decide to go somewhere we go. But Paul is right about here it not what your use to take for granted the things that’s normal everyday life in America. This place I am retiring too after week experience it’s great.
@@GoodMan-fq2rf LMAO ,, better RE-THINK ,, how stressed will you be when it takes 14 visits to 12 different Government departments just to renew your license.... all in SUPOER hot weather bad roads etc etc. BE prepared
First time watching. I like Paul’s attitude, just being happy and silly in the Philippines. Yeah ignoring negative people is the best, life these days is getting shorter.
I hear you Paul. My wife and I were in a McDonald’s in Iloilo, when a big white older American guy came in with a young Filipina wife just bellowing at everyone, I felt so embarrassed, he even came over to me to suggest all us white guys gotta stick together. He went to the restroom and I approached his wife an apologized to her and let her know not all white guys are like this. My wife was very upset at this man’s behaviour, it was about 3 years ago, and it still makes me sick that guys like this are making a bad name for all of us.
@@christopherhouse7937 there is lots to do for the Philippines. Iloilo is a very large city that offers a lot of things, it’s history brags about being number 1 in trade and commerce. When I’ve been there, we rented a condo, each time about 20k pesos for a fully furnished 1 bdrm unit includes hydro, some include internet. This city is very safe in my opinion and it’s mayor is very in tune to continue progressing the economy and keeping it safe. Boracay is a 6 hour bus ride, I believe, it’s been awhile since I went there. Guimeras Island is right next door and has the best Mangoes around.
@@christopherhouse7937 ....Iloilo is my “home base” because my philipino wife and I have a house there...out in the provinces. I love it there, nice city, nice people, large hospital if I need it, international airport not too far away. You can take a ship from Iloilo city and go to Palawan, one of my favourite places. The ship stops in “paradise”...called Cuyo island if you like a quiet, laid back place...beautiful white sandy beach, unspoiled, friendly people, in fact, it’s my all time favourite place in the Philippines. The only downside is that there is a clinic but no hospital....cheers🍷🇨🇦
I wish I know that expat name ( big guy) Philippines government always kick out rude unpleasant foreigners if they get lots of complaints 🙄😡 Filipinos are very friendly and helpful people sometimes foreigners taken advantages of their kindness 🤷🏻♀️😏
I have been watching you Paul and Mark for 2 years and I finally pulled the trigger when the Philippines opened up on the 10th of February I gave my 2 week notice at work, spent the next month selling things off and packing things up to take to my son in Boise id.
Just want to say thank you again to you and Mark for inspiring me to take the plunge, I am now living here with my Beautiful girlfriend after 2 years and 6 months of talking on messager as of April 2nd living now on Samal Island Garden City Davao.
I and my girlfriend are now walking everyday, 3 hours everyday and getting my health back. She is such a wonderful partner.
I agree life is now stress free and I am loving life everyday.
Thank you again, I am looking forward to each and everyday when I wake up.
Life is great.
After listening to you and Mark I made a promise to myself 2 things I will never do here in the Philippines, 1.) Argue with anyone about anything life's to short, and 2.) Never get involved with Philippine politics.
Thank you again for being my mentor.
Congrats !! It is working out well for You! of , course, I'm sure there r a few things u miss , but u could never! , replace her , god bless
Best decision you made to live a good life.
I just retired from the Coast Guard and moved here to the Philippines to be with my wife and it’s by far my favorite place. I’ve watched enough vlogers like you and Mae to know that this place isn’t like the United States and y’all have been spot on and I haven’t been surprised about anything yet. I watched all the videos that I could for a year to prepare myself and that helped me out a lot. My wife didn’t want me to get a scooter because she was scared I didn’t know how to ride one 🤣 but I’ve risen motorcycles for years back at home so needless to say she was very surprised after our first ride together and she even told me I ride better than anyone she’s risen with before 🤣🤣🤣. This place is beautiful and amazing if you can look past the few imperfections and the people here are so warm and welcoming. I think moving here is the best decision I’ve made and it’s watching people like you and mae that made my transition easier. Thank you to both of you for your insight and all the great videos 👍
Your bless you find a good woman GOD BLESS soon I’m going back home too
They are so warm and welcoming to you because they hope you're single and ready to be scammed lmao. 🤣
Michael ..what area did you move to?
@@JenGioPhilippineJourney yeah I’m still here and we were living in Vigan but that area doesn’t have good infrastructure so we moved to Bacolod and we’re much happier here. My son was born a few months ago so life is even better now. These past two years have been the greatest two years of my life so far and I love this place.
Woooow! Mae looks AMAZING for being almost 40!!
Positive mental attitude!!! People waste a lot of energy complaining
Hey Paul and Mae very well put I've always tried to show that there are good Americans. I have talked to the person cleaning the streets with a broom! We both walked away with a smile. To make someone's day is truly a gift for me. Wish more could see it that way! God bless y'all peace out brother
Absolutely correct, having lived as an expat in three different countries over the last 25 years there are always the moaners who should just pack their bags and go. Arrived in the Philippines 31st March, it will be my final resting place.
Good vibes, patience and respect of the culture should make you happy and adapt the life there with flying colors.
You need to take things in your stride and see the funny side of things, just like Daddy Paul !
Life's so much simpler when you're dead.!.
Too Paul Sheppard- your final resting place?
You may not have to wait too long. ( Joking Joking...) { Not Joking } Malaria, TB, Chikungunya, Dengue, Syphilis, Aids , Roadkill, Chizmiz,
Jealous Bf or even husbands, etc etc
Not counting faulty electrical wiring & domestic accidents, or dirty aircons in hotel rooms, bronchitis, pneumonia....
oh I forgot food poisoning from some sea foods-
or even COVID-19 as the final insult.
Since I turned 50, I find myself in the same situation. People who constantly rant or have issues. What do I do? I just ignore it and show little interest by not giving a rat's ass. It's quite liberating and eventually you'll find yourself surrounded by people that you enjoy being with. Life's too short for drama and people constantly being "offended".
Love your videos, Paul. You and Baby Mae rock. You two keep up the good work.
You don't like drama but chose to live in the Philippines ???? WOW ,, I guess you also don't like hot weather BOTH are part of being in the Philippines
@@tilapiadave3234 I don't live in the Philippines yet. I'm just referring to everyday life and how I deal with it as well as being more relaxed and avoiding those situations. By the way, I love the hot weather. It goes well with a few cold ones. Have a good weekend. 😎😉
@@tilapiadave3234 No drama in the PH unless you make it a drama...Filipinos don't drag out the same scenario day after day after day....they move on.
@@HibernusMortis1 My experience is they just move to the NEXT drama ,, unending soap opera.... But my experience doesn't mean it is the same in every area or in every family there
Agreed
It’s very cool that Baby Mae truly appreciates the simple gift of the hat. It says a lot about her sweet persona, that she recognizes you were thinking of her on your trip. Great as always seeing the 2 of you together. 🙏🏽
Baby Mae is adorable, Paul is a very lucky man.
Paul and May, I'm a 22 year PI tourism veteran. Thanks for calling it like it is.
Good video. I like how you inject your good sense of humour into the video's.
Thanks for sharing!
Exactly, Paul. If someone dreams of moving to a country and retiring there, but they've never been out of their own country, the culture shock will be extremely frustrating. If someone thinks they want to live there, they should come here first and stay a few weeks or months. The things in Phil I've found annoying are nothing compared to the things I experienced while living in China over four years. Retirees should travel if they can afford it and check out potential relocation spots. Not everything is as pretty as the internet makes it hehe
Actually the best way to prepare is to live under a freeway bridge in the United States for a month homeless..
@@thomasauslander3757 lmfao
You want try KENYA.
Don’t you over compare Phils to China🤬
You're correct Vina, Good Chinese food is less expensive in China than Philippines..
Thanks Paul ! Mobility issue is definitely a huge one. You are the only Vlogger I have seen mentioning it , so yes - I am sure that talking about it saved a lot of guys a lot of troubles.
Absolutely
May is such a joy, you two make the sweetest pair. She has such a lovely personality.
Hello and continue to enjoy your life over there and stay safe.I hope to visit soon and I have always had lots of patience and I respect every one.Enjoy.🙂✌🏿
Yes it’s very important to be respectful and flexible. Great video Paul and Babe May! 🙂👍
Because it is so spot on, this is one of your best videos. I have been to about 36 countries, most while I was in the Army. I was often very embarrassed by civilian and even military personnel's attitudes and actions. Once in Germany a soldier said "stupid Germans, don't even speak English". I asked him if he spoke German, he said no, like it was a dumb question for me to ask. I then asked "What country are we in". He looked at me like I really was crazy and said GERMANY! Not sure what I said exactly but basically told him that he was the dummy for not speaking the host country's language. Don't remember his response but remember it was not positive. Later I served 10 years as a Special Forces member and was privileged to visit the PI. Have never met nicer people. Admire people who speak second languages too.
Low, how was probably so frustrated that the brain isn't working anymore even after all those obvious questions
So many people are just so ignoringly ignorant.
Great post Old Dog. I feel exactly the same way. I traveled extensively when in the military and always hated the "Ugly American" when they pour out their personal frustrations onto locals. On a side note, Baby Mae looked so much more comfortable in front of the camera today. Seems like her shy nature is evening out. good on both of you.
Thanks to you both for being so real ,great vid content from a very genuine couple. Your appreciated ,thankyou.
She makes you smile awesome
Good day ! Like watching your channel ! God bless you all and Mabuhaykayong lahat !
thank you for the reality check at least to work on before we are looking to move. great information as always
Very funny people. good advice
I see why you’re happy Paul, lucky guy, May is a beautiful young lady!
Thanks for the videos, very informative and interesting. I’d be interested to hear some more of May’s advice as well. Best of luck to you both on all your endeavors!
Of all the other videos I have watched you two are the most comfortable with each other that I have seen, so genuinely a couple
Good talk Paul. Laughter in the face of adversity is the water that rinses the soul. Be thee well.
Great thought food for thought. And after listen to you I think that the Philippines is it more geared up for me
Anyway guys,keep vlogging..such a breath of fresh air
Wonderful honesty about living in the Philippines which helps prepare people to decide whether or not to come here.
I like you guys alot. I don't know if I'll ever get to the Philippines, but if I do, being friends with people like you will be the best part of life. Good wishes for both of you.... Oops, forgot 🐓 👍👍❤️❤️🙏
Mae is such a fun and happy person. It's very refreshing to see.
You're not ugly at all Paul. You look cool. Mae looking exceptionally beautiful today.
Great insights. Watching all your video's to determine if this lifestyle would be a good fit for me. I'm 64 & retired last Nov. Thx, insightful videos.
Great video, you guys are great together. Thank you for sharing. 🙂👍👍👍🙏
Hello guys great topic.
I'm heading there Friday and needed this reminder to remind me to be very very patient 🙏 thank you. Keep up the good reporting!
be very patient when you are here. I used to get upset when some drive faster and my kind filipino husband would just say to me " relax, just understand him..he is probably suffering from diarrhea and needs to get to the toilet immediately" lol
Nice video. Pretty fair analysis. HUMBLE and LEARN but keep your eyes open and do not mess with WOMEN until you fully understand how the Philippines operates. Its not all sugar and spice and everything nice.
Yep, good video Paul and Mae!
you've talked me out of coming to the Philipines...thanks paul....paradise isn't what it's chalked up to be.
Yea, as the saying goes if U can’t stand the heat get out of the kitchen. Stay home.
Stay home and enjoy the lonely winter nights.
Paradise is different in different eyes! The Philippines is paradise in mine! Cannot wait to finish up 4 1/2 more years of hell working at UPS in NJ and moving on to live with my Angel Mari in the Philippines for the rest of my life! :) 😀
@@HibernusMortis1 4.5 years, lucky you, I have to do empty trashcans for 13 more years, driving around in a big city risking my life all day and smell the rotten smell of trash all day.
@@videos-jq7je You will come to the Philippines where stinky trash in hot, humid atmosphere makes the towns reek. You'll be in paradise -and- double bonus, you'll be able to reminisce about back home with the stench.
Paradise found? Paradise lost!
Love your guys attitude! You guys are so cool and deserve each other....roll with the punches, and keep on keeping on.
We're eliminating many of those inconveniences with our home build. Central AC, solar panels (20 - 24) that run the house, maybe a battery pack, generators because when storms come through you have to protect the solar panels and you won't get enough power anyway, or at least you have to secure them for typhoons. We're in the a rural area, so two wells, one for the home and one for agriculture (already there), a septic tank that ISN'T under the house. So, very much an American home, but done with the Philippines in mind, such as a dirty kitchen to keep part of the heat out of the house, built with cement/cinder blocks/rebar. So it's indoor kitchen with a huge island for prep and light cooking, dirty kitchen for most everything, and a covered outdoor area for grilling and all the cooking with coal and fire, and it's covered with a large second floor balcony. A sidewalk across the rice field to get from the home to the hill (it's our rice field), where all the agriculture is, other than the rice field itself. A cleaning area with a shower that's outside the home for cleaning off after you've been
And, a DRY home, not one where the bathroom is always wet because there is no real shower or running water. A clothes washer and dryer in a connected garage. And a dishwasher.
Of course once you leave the property there is all the downsides discussed.
We're in a different situation because we're building a home to retire, and this is after almost 20 years of marriage and making money in the US to build a retirement home.
I wanted to bring up an important point and it's about family. Most Filipinas are used to having a lot of family connection and family time. And if you make money, there's going to be those times where you'll be called upon to help. I know a lot of westerners don't like this notion and you can certainly be taken advantage of, so there are boundaries that have to be set. At the same time though, money in the bank is critical because you don't know what's going to happen, and you will probably have to help with something or another over time.
And the second part of the point is, family gets you through much of these petty things. Instead of trying to carve out a life in an apt. with a woman, become part of the family if you are married. Create opportunity if needed. Be ready to spend time with family there. It's the kind of thing where "When in Rome". Our plans are actually built around her family, because the home is big enough for multiple families to live in, and the way the home will be built will bring opportunity, especially with food which is a big part of culture there. Many people will make a food product and sell it. So instead of being apart, we're going there to "embrace". In this way I think my wife will be the most comfortable and content, and happy wife, happy life.
I know a lot of expats are coming to the PH being single, so it's a different story, but if you meet a woman and want to get married, if you want there to be real intimacy, you may want to think about what she wants, and what she's used to, and not try to pull her out of that world to do whatever it is you want to do all the time. We plan to travel, but it's not at the expense of being rooted in family there. Other than the fact we're dealing with agriculture when there, other than travel, it will be a pretty simple life, and I think that's what most people should probably think about when going to the PH to live. The more complex you want to make your life there, the more things will get in your way.
The wet bath , really is bad idea , to the foreigner , even if u don't wake up in middle of nite,
@@doneown503 I don't know what you mean. Maybe you didn't read something correctly. If you been around the Philippines, like not in hotels, but in people's homes, the bathroom is often wet, because there's no plumbing. It's messy. There is often no running water and only drainage. What I said is the home WON'T be wet. I was pointing out the frustration of having to deal with bathrooms that are always wet, unless you spend a lot of time trying to dry the floor.
Love your post. I'm moving there before the end of the Summer. I've already built her family a large modern home. I can't wait to go there and surprise them with solar power and a farm tractor. She and I will travel extensively. My support for her family is just a small amount in my world, but it has changed their lives forever. Old Dog and wife are making the transition easier. Stay safe 🇺🇸 🇵🇭
Absolutely John! Your practicality and I imagine your experience to date is marketable. You don't say in which part of the Philippines you reside. 🙏
Introspection; the examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes.
"quiet introspection can be extremely valuable". Good video.👍🏽 All the best ... 🙏🏽
Great points...yes, I'm an "old school" guy, who 1st came to Philippines way back in 1971...stationed @ Clark Air Base, Pampanga. Decent toilets off base pretty much didn't exist.
My 1st car in PI was a 1960 Pontiac Bonneville beater. Lots of brownouts, problems, but..I still Loved it. I loved the weather, people, culture, etc. So, if you are handicapped, have questionable health, can't stand hot weather, etc., Yes.. stay home! Philippines has been a "Godsend" to me...but it ain't for everyone. Good video, Paul!
Thank you for this video. On my trip to the Philippines recently I also saw similar issues you raised: poor restaurant service,limited water supply,Wi-Fi issues. And poor sidewalks. I am very careful walking because of falls. But it’s the people that count and the peace. Be careful walking and realize when you are.
Entertainment at its best, great couple, stay safe guys.
You are sooo funnyyyy!!enjoy both of you....
If you never been out of USA i suggest you vist the country you are thinking about moving to before making the actual move, and yes in most countries mobilty and walking is very important.
Awesome video and so so true!
Great advise
Hey Paul/Baby Mae; Yes, I agree, find a way to live with it or make it better. Deal with it in a positive way. Another good video, Thanks.Paul, with Baby Mae and her sidekick Jen around, I see how your always entertained. Lol.
Always!
Have a gr8t day.
Love your information and commentary style.
I couldn't agree more. I am reluctant to consider living in areas with large Expat communities for the very reasons that you discussed. Allowing other people to bring their negativity into your world is something best avoided.
I love you guys ! make me smile !
I watch from afar and not always allowing comment..............just to say, love you guys always, your style your charisma and your love n caring for one another............stay true guys, must have been hard to be apart
I love it here in the Philippines, even though it is sometimes exasperating, I take a breath and remind myself 'it is what it is, smile, and get on with it. This isn't a stressful place unless you get stressed by your own impatience or frustrations. The Dumaguete area is indeed a place of gentile lovely people. It actually cracks me up that a Mcdonald's can be out of fries... but there you go. Good video!
McDonalds out of fries there! I went to a KFC that was out of chicken here in the Los Angeles area. At least McDonalds had burgers! 😊
Internet is a big deal here as well. Having a backup and stuff is a good idea for what I want to do. Like how Roku isn't a smart enough tv for me. Elan musk will have some backup wherever I go though. If I can do these things that means the locals have the same opertunities. Egg mc muffins though are not a big deal.
Love watching u two. Thanks
Thanks for watching!
You're Awesome Paul and Mai, Love You Guy's
You two are so funny. Enjoy.
It's good to know there's In and Out Burger in Dumaguete. I should make my 1st stop to Philippines in Dumaguete. Thanks for sharing!
Another amazing video that is SO TRUE! Patience is a prerequisite to survive here…
And life is TOO SHORT to invest time on negative people… Keep the thoughtful content coming Sir!
Good video my friend. Need to hear you say it real. And the chemistry between you two perfect!
Great advice, I hope people will learn from your teaching...y'all take care, peace/love from California
Glad to hear you taking about that! I know a lot of people who would not make it there. I was there for about 3 months, coming back in the fall for 6 months or more, and then will decide if I want to make it permanent!
Thank you for your honesty you two are a wonderful couple , I enjoy your real life topics .peace to you both.
A very nice, and thoughtful insight to the life experience there. It’s always a good idea to look inside yourself, before making a major move. Bless you both for sharing with us.
BTW, Love the in-n-out hat.... Cracked me up when I saw it....lol
Great video
I saw this when I was stationed on a ship in Guam. There were many who complained about everything: the heat, the locals, the shortages at the commissary, how hard it was to communicate (this was pre internet), etc. Usually the kids were ok but their parents were miserable and hard to be around. Fortunately I made friends with an expat couple who knew how to adapt and enjoy life and introduced me to some locals. It turned into a great experience for me. I now approach life as you do, I think I have found my own 'Baby Mae' and just need to get there to meet her.
I love the way Mae speaks English it’s totally unique and so lovely 😊
Paul, you're right about the "Fussy people". In my experience, they are never happy no matter where they are. If nothing is wrong where they are they will look for problems. lol What a way to live.
I've seen a few like this. Sure there are issues, but a lot of times it's just petty and the stress is not even worth it. Just a waste of everyone's time
Great video Paul and Baby Mae as always. I always look at life as to short to get upset and stressed out over little things.
You guys are a cute couple. Mae looks great in her In-N-Out hat, ha ! Great words of wisdom, just roll with things when you are in a different place that operates differently.
well said - especially about needing the right temperament.
Great advice Paul. Your a lucky man.
Last 5 minutes of this was perfect…keep up the great work. I’ll be in Cebu in 4 weeks. Can’t wait to see that area.
Great advice
Paul says Mae wants to tell the story about a couple they know and then he proceeds to tell the story. HaHaHa Too Funny! 😂 Maybe let HER tell the story next time Paul.
In regards to the other foreigners guys that are there that are not happy with anything they do maybe, just maybe, it is because they have have had such a terrible past and nothing makes them happy now. The only real solution to their problem is to find themselves a Baby Mae like you did to be in their life as well. But then again like you said it probably wouldn't matter where they are or what they do.
Another amazing topic with both of you together. Please continue making these great videos!
I was that guy 20 years ago. Then i grew up and saw how lucky I was to meet awesome humble friendly people in a culture much more relaxed than my own.
Good video you’re both looking younger😀🌴🌴🍺
Well said! Pack extra patience and leave your judgment at home.
Thanks for the information about Dumaguete City. It is one of five possible locations I am looking at because of the people but also do the proximity to Cebu where you can fly cheaply all over the Philippines for long weekends or a week. I was amazed at how cheap it was to fly to Palawan or Davao City. I would love to see a video of why an Expat should come to Dumaguete and the best things to do. I am a single guy as well and are there many quality women available locally. Oh, I am also adept at avoiding money pits and ATM Filipinas. Keep up the good work and thank you for the candid video.
Hello Paul and Babymae, This video is so much clearer and sharp than your previous videos 👍🏻 I guess you must have got the 4K quality 👍🏻🙏🏻 Interesting topics always and thanks for entertaining us old farts 😅
Great info! Really appreciate the tips and hope to visit at some point
I'm glad yas are doing well stay safe
Great video I totally agree
Your a great story teller. :)
Paul, another excellent video. I am retiring in the Philippines this month, finally. I’ve been married to a filipina for 43 years. Bought a house in a gated community In Bataan. I’ve been to PI and have limited expectations but I know patience will be my biggest challenge. You’d videos are helpful so keep it up.
Bataan is a nice place. If there are issues.. Breathe.. Smile or laugh.. Cool down a bit. Even locals get frustrated but it's doable
Jim Moore...got married there in '79. Many moons ago! Jeepney fare was 35 cents & a big bowl of chicken or beef mami was 7.5 PESO in MANILA. 8 PESO PER DOLLAR. Very few malls then. Harrison plaza was where it was at. Now...it's a small ghetto-like mall or demolished. Smoking was allowed at LUNETA & lying down was too as well as vendors. U could ride the train from MANILA to BICOL. That train ride is long gone. Most of the PINOYS I knew R dead now. Marcos was in office & P.I was in a state of Marshall law. Fidel Ramos is still alive! Haynako!
You've got to be a ' Survivor' to enjoy the Philippines!
Same anywhere.
I feel more or that way about America
Welcome to the Philippine's, that is how they do things.
Amusing story about folklore wet hair . The rest was also very insightful. I live near Sedona. Sorry I missed you when you came to Palm Springs area. Hopefully next time. Cj
Just moved to Dauin in February. You are so point on everything you spoke about. With the recent rains we’ve had so many brown outs that we are looking for a generator.
I can’t imagine being in a wheel chair in Dumaguete.
Coming to the Philippines next month to explore whether it is somewhere I would like to move to next year. I appreciate that your videos don't whitewash the Philippines and show the good as well as the bad. I have learned a lot watching your videos over the past couple years.
Hey Paul, there is no way I want to travel halfway around the world to the Philippines to be around and unhappy 🙁 😫😖😣😠😡🤬🤯 people who can’t seem to enjoy the positive Tropical slower pace lifestyle that the Philippines have to offer. I want to come to the Philippines 🇵🇭 to relax and mingle with the locals so that I can learn the ins and outs A Filipino culture.
You have the absolute correct mindset👍
Have you ever heard the saying "well it sounded good on paper but it didn't work out in application"? Nobody moves to the Philippines thinking they will hate it.
When I fully retire I want to be able to enjoy a tropical environment which will allow me too completely destress and relax my soul as I live out the rest of my days to enjoy retirement.
Well I am here now it’s not that bad the worst part is the weather adjustment and understanding. Guarantee it’s going to rain everyday sometimes all day your going get wet haha there certain things you have expect. Which when I came here I was absorbing the culture the way of life is way slower here more easy going don’t rush do anything just got this mind set I’ll get there eventually. It’s beautiful amazing country the people are truly amazing there food everywhere traffic is contained chaos any where you go is a line but to me it’s ok really enjoy slow pace and just slowing down enjoy life. When I came here had all these plans but now I just don’t make plans when we wake up if we decide to go somewhere we go. But Paul is right about here it not what your use to take for granted the things that’s normal everyday life in America. This place I am retiring too after week experience it’s great.
@@GoodMan-fq2rf LMAO ,, better RE-THINK ,, how stressed will you be when it takes 14 visits to 12 different Government departments just to renew your license.... all in SUPOER hot weather bad roads etc etc. BE prepared
Hello Paul, great topic 😀
It’s a lot different, especially in some parts where the traffic is bad. I’m not ready to start driving there yet. Can’t wait to go back though!
Great stories... way to make lemonade out of a lemon :)
First time watching. I like Paul’s attitude, just being happy and silly in the Philippines. Yeah ignoring negative people is the best, life these days is getting shorter.
Hi Paul, live in Israel have to say I've watched like 2-3 videos already very entertaining
I hear you Paul. My wife and I were in a McDonald’s in Iloilo, when a big white older American guy came in with a young Filipina wife just bellowing at everyone, I felt so embarrassed, he even came over to me to suggest all us white guys gotta stick together. He went to the restroom and I approached his wife an apologized to her and let her know not all white guys are like this. My wife was very upset at this man’s behaviour, it was about 3 years ago, and it still makes me sick that guys like this are making a bad name for all of us.
Is Iloilo a nice place for a middle aged expat to retire or live? Is there cheap rent nearby and things to do!?
@@christopherhouse7937 there is lots to do for the Philippines. Iloilo is a very large city that offers a lot of things, it’s history brags about being number 1 in trade and commerce. When I’ve been there, we rented a condo, each time about 20k pesos for a fully furnished 1 bdrm unit includes hydro, some include internet. This city is very safe in my opinion and it’s mayor is very in tune to continue progressing the economy and keeping it safe. Boracay is a 6 hour bus ride, I believe, it’s been awhile since I went there. Guimeras Island is right next door and has the best Mangoes around.
@@christopherhouse7937 ....Iloilo is my “home base” because my philipino wife and I have a house there...out in the provinces. I love it there, nice city, nice people, large hospital if I need it, international airport not too far away. You can take a ship from Iloilo city and go to Palawan, one of my favourite places. The ship stops in “paradise”...called Cuyo island if you like a quiet, laid back place...beautiful white sandy beach, unspoiled, friendly people, in fact, it’s my all time favourite place in the Philippines. The only downside is that there is a clinic but no hospital....cheers🍷🇨🇦
I wish I know that expat name ( big guy) Philippines government always kick out rude unpleasant foreigners if they get lots of complaints 🙄😡 Filipinos are very friendly and helpful people sometimes foreigners taken advantages of their kindness 🤷🏻♀️😏
@@jhulialandown8516 Beautiful people! ❤️