Expat's Leaving the Philippines/Why is This Man Returning to America?
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- Expat's Leaving the Philippines/Why is This Man Returning to America?@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234 My final, uncut, unedited, and very long, but not long enough final sit down with my Friend Bud Brown
He’s a good man for sure! Best of the best!
Wish him the best how long was he over there in Phil's he's probably a grand pa and wants that
@@michaelmereday6791 I agree 100%
This video is the best example of what senior retirees need - excellent socializing with a good friend, almost never ending conversations under the sun, coffee to add. Very healthy for the body and soul. Paul, you have been doing entertaining and inspiring videos, love it. Good luck to Bud Brown in going back to America or moving to Mexico.
I can see why you have so many amazing friends, Paul.
You are a great human being and people are naturally drawn to you!
Thanks a lot for watching the video Super Dave, I really appreciate your comment as well.
True 😊 that's why many following Paul's 😊videos
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You are such a big personality Paul, so warm, so calm. You seem very level headed.
Bud Brown I wish you a safe trip on your new journey !
2 Good friends together how much better does life get.
Thanks a lot for watching the video 🙂
Paul, I don’t live in the Philippines, nor am I considering moving there. I keep returning to your channel, though, because the content is just so darn interesting. Looking back, do you ever say to yourself I missed my calling in life; I should have taken broadcasting as my major and or gone into TV or radio. I’m convinced you would have been a great success.
So I guess bud brown going to come back to usa some where do hope him the best when and if he comes back to usa and a safe flight.
I dunno... I calculated at 50% of average earnings that an Aussie made 11k this week alone and only presents himself for maybe a minute in the entire video as its just a collection of clips really. Yet he also has complete control over the content. Maybe this is Paul's real calling instead and I agree he is lots of fun to view at times.
Agree with you Brad, Paul is an excellent journalist.
AMERICAS IS NOT DREAM LAND ANYMORE WE LOVE AMERICA BUT WE NEED TO TELL THE TRUTH A LOT OF INFLATION GOING ON
You two crack me up. Bud, you will be missed but wish you the best back in the US. Have a safe trip.
Bud likes to travel---so it wouldn't surprise me to see him jump a plane back to Dumaguete now and then. Hope he does.
Everyone needs a Bud Brown in their life.
Safe travels Bud Brown!
No better way to start my day than to have my morning coffee ☕️while i watch you two have your coffee and chat…❤️ Gonna miss this so much 😞
Thanks a lot Glenn for watching the video.
I'll miss Bud in the Philippines. Looking forward to Bud Brown en español!🇲🇽🌮🤠
Watching this made me cry. U2 will always be Brothers.❤
Thank you so much Linda for watching the video.
Great talk guys! I agree about the stresses in the US, particularly now with prices being jacked up and inflation hitting literally everything. My wife now understands how our "great salaries" goes away so quickly. I had to come back for work, after being overseas for 10 years, about 2 years ago and my stress level and anxiety is about 300% higher now than when I lived in the Phils...and I lived in Metro Manila. I can't wait to get back this summer. Best of luck in your travels, Bud.
It’s wonderful to see such great friendship among guys. It’s really tough to connect with people who operate on such a down-to-earth level with no agendas. God bless you both. 🙏
Thanks a lot for watching the video Keith.
@@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234 🙏
Safe travels Mr Bud Brown, wishing you well in Mexico buddy. It's sad to see Bud leave, but life is full of change. I hope you find new friends in Mexico Bud, and you also find another Bud in Dumaguete Paul, life is so much better when you have a friend like Bud or Paul, down to earth real honest genuine trustworthy and interesting guys.
Thank you Sean
This was a wonderfully heart-felt sendoff to your old pal Bud Brown. I guess you could look at it as “until we meet again” versus “goodbye.” I really liked Bud’s idea that he is running to something (his daughter & family) rather than running away from something (the Philippines). You consistently give us great wisdom without advice and preaching. Bravo Paul!
Really appreciate that William! Thanks a lot for watching the video.
You guys are blessed to have had each other. Bon voyage, Bud, and L'Chaim to you both.
Hi Paul from panorama City California both of you have great chemistry together and very informative conversation
Glad you enjoyed it
Good luck Bud, Paul I have been here in queson city for one month to care for my lady who has a battle with cancer ( she is winning) and I will deffenently not be retiring to manilla it's crazy here.
Hope to back to Dumagutte later this year.
It has been a honor watching you two yacking over the years great vid guys we will all miss Bud being in the phills for sure.
Thanks a lot for watching the video 🙂!
Nice conversation between good friends, thanks for sharing!
Great conservation. Just Life in General Best of Luck Bud. Cheers Paul. Great show. God Bless.
Have a safe journey Mr. Brown. Have enjoyed watching you and Miss Gloria. Blessings to you both.
Thanks so much
You guys have a very good chemistry. It’s nice to see two guys meet up n chat daily for a few hours.
I remember missing Mexican food when I lived in the Philippines. Getting Mexican food was one of the first thing I did whenever I would visit the USA.
good luck to Bud and his wife - Gloria on their return to the States. safe travel ... hey Paul, your friendship with Bud, is something that needs to be seen to be believed. thanks for the look. stay strong.
Thanks a lot for watching the video psbucs2318!
" My 20's....30's....40's...were all a preparation for now"......Just Brilliant Bud....Great attitude
Best of luck in your future "Now".
Really appreciate that Thomas! Thanks a lot for watching the video.
Hey Paul,I really enjoyed Buds videos too .Paul keep up the great work .
Loved every minute of your talk. Two best buds. Very heart warming ❤
Thanks a lot for watching the video Leslie.
All the best to Bud on his new adventure. Looking forward to seeing him in the U S.
One of the really good guys.
Exactly brothers, its so much expensive now in the states. You will be surprised. Most expats live in other low cost living countries like the Philippines because of the make or break retirement budget like I do. I am fortunate enough to have a dual citizenship. Moved to the Philippines when my dad suffered a stroke, took care of him until his last breath. Lived in the states for almost 27 years. I have contemplated in deep thoughts to retire at age 62 next year, hence I can claim benefits which in turn will make my financial position a lot better and encouraging. Personally, this is the best scenario for me. Everywhere we go there are pros and cons living in other countries. The most important thing is you are living mostly in a stress free condition considering its economic impact and enjoying what remains of us in this uncertain times. God bless us all. Be safe.
Look forward to future content Bud. Hope you send videos. God bless and good luck to you and Gloria!
Thanks 👍
Bud brown discovery you late on TH-cam through Paul old dog new tricks. I been to Philippines five times since
2018 . I was just in general Santos Philippines February 2023 meet my girlfriend brother family and she lives in Caloocan city Philippines . We just filled fiancee visa for USA. I am 57 years old and my fiancee is 55 years old . I watched lots of your videos so far . You're really great guy just like Paul old dog new tricks. Best wishes to your new life in USA and God bless you and family.
Thanks a lot for watching our video Joe.
Throughout the video I think it can be easily seen Paul, that parting is such sweet sorrow. Hit it off with someone, establish a friendship, then off they go. Really no different then you or any expat have experienced the day you decided to depart the U.S. But you have to follow your heart, do whatever 'you' think will make you happy. Because not doing that is only cheating yourself. Like Bud said, "We'll do okay." Never makes it any easier to see someone leave though. So it's "Until we meet again." You're a good man Paul. Wish you, baby Mae, and Bud all the best.
Thanks a lot for the comment and for watching the video Bill.
Wow last hurrah Buds a legend in his area.You to have a great friendship together
Wow, truly enjoy listening to you and Bud chew the fat. An amazing friendships you have there Paul, Bud’s a wonderful person and I can see how and why him and Gloria will be missed. Best of wishes to Bud and Gloria in there travels. God bless each of you.
Thanks a lot Troy for watching the video.
will miss seeing bud at hotel for breakfast , enjoy new adventure
I feel like I’m chatting with you guys. I’m cracking up all the way. You guys made my day. I’m gonna miss Bud with Paul. Memories! Bon voyage Bud n Gloria. Paul, you’re a real trooper. Keyes, Keyes, Keyes!
Thanks a lot for watching the video.
Locations in Asia where expats live, like Bangkok where I am, are transient. I've been here six years and many of the men I became friends with have returned to their home countries. A few stay. But for many, it's a temporary thing. Nomads gonna nomad I guess.
It's a racial & cultural as well as people generally prefer to be around people that look and act like themselves. No matter how long you live in Thailand you'll never be Thai.
I watched a recent video where a dude though very comfortable and spoke the language decided to leave Bali Indonesia for Portugal for the above reasons despite the better bang for his buck in the former.
I think age has a role in it. When people become very old they often prefer to be in countries with stable power, water, ambulance, emergency medical services, etc. Very little is disability accessible in most developing countries. Then there are the issues related to who will make medical decisions, quality of life decisions for you if you get incapacitated. At least in the USA we have protection for the aged offices. As a single female, living overseas can't be my plan unless I'm in good health. Men who marry locals are really at their mercy especially as the man ages and the wife is quite young. Expat women rarely marry locals so don't have that support system. I'm lucky because I've lived all over the world and enjoyed every minute but when I'm much older--- not sure if I want to expat. Even now physically noticing a huge difference between myself today and 20 years ago.
I’m Canadian living in Japan for 12 years now. The time has come to make a change. I’m just deciding now where to relocate to. I may simply return to Canada 🇨🇦 and visit some SE Asian countries only for vacations.
Why is this man leaving the PHs and returning to the US? Does he have a Filipina wife?
Going to miss you guys shooting the bull. Thank you for sharing. 👍👍👍
I will miss you two together...
Wow I loved this conversation… watching it on the big screen
The best pleasure for us elderly men is chatting and laughing with sincere elderly friends
Really nice interview with your friend.. thank you for sharing Paul
Thank you so much as well for watching the video Jeff.
You two take care. Allways wach you videos.. Bud and Paul.
Thank you so much for watching the video TELELIENDO.
Glad you two met one last time, I have enjoyed your meetups the last few years, best wishes to you both
Great conversation between the both of you Paul! Friendships like the ones you have are hard to find! Have a blessed day and happy trails to your friend!
Thanks! You too!
Growing up in the military I never expect anyone to be around very long. Enjoy your time with them, hope they fair well wherever they are and laugh at the good times you had together as were all short timers.
Thanks for watching the video G C!
Delightful conversation! Thank you Sirs!
Thanks Sam
@52 minute mark. "I don't| instead of I can\t". Good advise. I will use this:) . I like listening to older, wiser people in case I learn something important and I did. Thank you.
Paul, I will certainly miss you two bantering together. Bud has
a way of his whole body laughing that is a delight to see. Safe travels to him & his mate. Be well, be sFe,
Be safe, God Bless All. 😎☕🙏
Thanks a lot for watching the video Steve. God bless as well 🙂
We wish you all the best as you continue with your new jounery ..Will miss your laugh please keep posting videos
No worries will do! thanks a lot for watching the video Mike 🙂
Enjoyed this nice relaxing conversation.Thanks!🇨🇦
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hey, Paul... doctor from Brazil and Spain here... you two really got a good chemistry and a real good soothing friendship... always keep that going...
Thanks a lot for watching the video Jurandy.
Referring to those planes, AKA freedom budgies....lol...
Self learning is the best, if you can pull it off, my largest one was teaching myself German, from scratch, n totally ignoring grammar....
I also had to learn to say NO.....
Another great post. Thx...
Life's a changing....
TRUE FRIENDS ARE TRUELY HARD TO FIND...
Thanks for all the Philippine memories Bud! You and Ned were the ones that got Phil on my radar. I'm interested to hear more from you from the other side of the Pacific.
Thank you so much for watching the video Greg.
Hi Paul, just watching your video, i don't know what it is about your videos? they are just so engaging. Half way through the video, I thought my phone was ringing, but no, it was your friend Bud's phone, he has the same ring tone as me, aha! 🤣🤣 Anyway I wish Bud all the happiness in the world and he makes a succes of Mexico with his wife Gloria.😃👍👍
Paul we all liked Bud Browns videos I've watched his channel at least 7 years and cone to respect him a lot he is such a stand up guy you never hear anything critical from nhim he helped a lot iff locals there also and I learnt a lot about the philipines from him I retired in 2017 and went to philipines to retire and I love it like the stress free environment simple liveing and the freedom we have liveing there the world has changed a lot in last 10 years and not in a good way In my opinion. But who am I too judge I brought my home here 2 years before I retired my wife asked me if idd retire over there and she had moved to Australia to be with me. I thought the least I could do is try for her but idd pretty well decided too anyhow. I know by buying a home here if anything happened it's hers I was ok with that as was not big money compared to my home in Australia which I still own
Getting back t I Bud I feel we have been lucky to see his look on life and he would be the most admired expat liveing here and has passed his knowledge on to us
Love your channel you do it very well take care keep the videos comming
Thanks a lot for watching the video Daveid 🙂.
This is a wonderful way to show true friendship... So honored to be able to watch your honest unrestricted interactions...
Thank you Med for watching the video.
Bud brown interview hope to hear follow up story or progress back in America soon paul
I admire the respect you have for each other.
Thanks Joseph for watching the video.
It took me 14 hours to travel from Corpus Christi, Texas to Allentown, Pennsylvania last November, so the travel times your talking about from the Philippines doesn't sound too terrible. And American Airlines changed my flights THREE TIMES between the time I booked my trip in April to the time I actually flew. And each change put me on more and more inconvenient times.
I’m gonna miss bud brown, retired from the Philippines
Paul, it’s yours now.
Two good old men. Great video guys!!!
Thanks kknoqq for watching it.
yup MNL to LAX around 12 hours. always faster going back. PAL is always the most convinient way to go back and forth between PI and the US.
Best friends being best friends..thanks for sharing you made my week 👍
Thanks a lot for watching the video Matt.
wow, this is some special stuff; flies on the wall watching 2 dear friends last in-person chat for maybe until they are both diamonds....
Wow Bud looks a lot like Gabby Hayes
God bless you and your wife bud 😊Have a safe trip.
Thanks, you too! appreciate you for watching the video 🙂
A beautiful “My Dinner with André”. Thanks for the insight.
Maybe he like airport food lol. Only reason I could think of taking 50 hour flight. I pray bud has a safe trip and many more wonderful people to befriend .
Such wonderful talks between you both, got some good laughs, sad that it will end. I wish Sir Bud all the best in the next chapter of his life. Memories ☕☕💛👍
Love seeing how relaxed and mellow you to gentleman are. Man, I can't wait to retire. 😎 Great conversation guys, thanks for sharing! 👋
Our pleasure!
Good Conversation.
Thanks a lot for watching the video Mark.
It is a good time of year to relocate.
Not too hot or cold so don't have to carry TWO seasons of clothes or buy extra on arrival,
great conversation. enjoyed the honesty
Thank you for watching the video Bob.
When returning to Philippines with my wife we used to exclusively take PAL. Unfortunately post Covid their service has gone downhill. We now transfer through Taipei Taiwan and if you book far enough in advance you can usually get a fare that’s $300.-$500. Cheaper than PAL with only an extra 3hrs in total travel time. We usually spend 2.25hrs layover in TPE on the inbound and 4hrs on the outbound and the airport is a breeze to navigate for transfers if you stay on the same airline. The restaurant Paul referred to at LAX was probably the Encounter restaurant in the Theme building. A kind of space age design reminiscent of a flying saucer. It closed in 2013. The USO office that was previously in another terminal ( I think terminal #5) moved to the ground floor of the Theme building in 2018.
Paul, you were talking about the guy taking the long trip home… about 2 weeks ago, I was shopping for flights to the Philippines and one really jumped out at me… it was actually a little cheeper the PAL… Qatar Royal Air or what ever it’s name is… it’s basically an around the world trip to Manila… leaves SFO flys to New York then Heads off to Dubai where you have a day long layover, before catching the next flight to Manila. I’ve already crossed the date line both tropics as well as the equator several times… I’ve completed Route 66, why not around the world, at a third tge price of most round the world tickets?😁
You two share a unique experience together in that you are the God Fathers of the Duma vlogging world...
Very Good Video Paul 😊. Love to watch you and Bud chat. Going to miss the videos of you two together. Luv the camaraderie. The Best of friends. 😊
Also the movie 🎬 with Jim Carey is called YES MAN. He could only respond with a yes to everything. Hilarious movie 😅.
Happy Trails to Bud and his wife.
Stay Safe 💕 💞 🙏 🙏
Thanks a lot for watching the video Ricky 🙂
So enjoyed watching you two old dogs just chewing the fat! Wonderful relaxing video.
Thanks Patrick
EVA Air, from Cebu or Manila to Vancouver or Seattle about 25 hours with a 9 hour layover in Taipei. My wife and I stayed in the Vip lounge in Taipei Airport. Super nice and not really too expensive. Very comfortable with food, drink and very clean showers. NICE EXPERIENCE. Made that layover easy.
Thank you for watching the video Jerry.
I feel like im sitting there with you both so so relaxed and nice, i would have chipped in to say.....well enjoy your new chapter but remember the door's always open to return of coarse, regards to you both really enjoyed
Many thanks Joe for watching the video!
ohhhh no please don't go!! so sad but happy for them both to be with their family again in California!
You guys are so funny 😂. You win!!🤣🤣
Ime in Philippines perminantly no health insurance can't afford it..if I needed an operation and returned to the UK the free healthcare care there has a waiting list of over 6 million people requiring an operation...so I would most probably die waiting...
Alan , just marry my 1st wife and her cooking will kill you quickly & in pain ...... Nick , NavyBlueSmoke , LST -1195
if you can't afford health insurance you can't afford to travel
Bud, good bloke, good luck with everything to you and to your wife. Forgive my ignorance, but have you been married to a Filipina for 5 decades and after 12 years you move back. ?
Good to have met you through Paul, thank you both for inviting us to your chat 💛 ❤️
Thank you for watching the video Ted.
My mother's teacher before the 2nd world war was an American and she love the things she learned and later on she taught too. After the war she told us, her children,of her deepest gratitude to the United States.
Right now I am in the U.S. & my parents too until their sad final days.
Gentlemen (and I say that with some doubtfulness (just kidding!) thank you both for the privilege of being able to vicariously sit-in on your conversation. A few times while doing so I literally had to LOL. :-) God bless, fellas, and be well.
Really appreciate that! Thanks a lot for watching the video.
Enjoyed u tubs!the interviews info.furnished has been valuable.mainly watching two channels till recent I’ll be watching every day or at least to see if posted u tub.I’d like to thank you as well everyone helping John on his way back to America as well foreign service officer whom went the extra way,Robert sweet
Safe Travels Mr. BROWN
Thank you so much for watching the video Mike.
Hope you are in good shape and always in good health
Boy oh boy I will miss bud and you just sitting around talking about everything and you two were laughing does bud have a chanel I wish bud the verry best in life that goes for you and baby may to
Those cups are a standard cup/cup measure - I know we all drink mugs or larger coffee's
Great conversation. Loved this video. You guys are great.
Thanks a lot for watching the video Patrick.
@@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234 You know Paul, you and I are about the same age. I'm happily married to a Filipina for 26 years and still going strong. We'll both be 70 this summer. But, just the enjoyment of having a friend just to chat with is invaluable. I know you'll miss Bud. Take care.
Paul there is a on line music store called musicians friend they have great stuff ranging from inexpensive to expensive and they ship all over the world. The guitar 🎸 is so very therapeutic and I know you will enjoy it and you and Mae will have great memories around one
Sad to see you two getting split up but I understand Bud’s and Gloria’s motivation to be close to their kids. You and Bud will have to have a LDR. 🤣
I always like listening to you two together.
Thanks 👍
I admit, I didn't watch all of this one. I was put off early when Bud was telling his story of going to LAX, Bradley Int'l terminal just to listen to all the international folks speaking different languages, and Paul just went off on his mental excursion. I've actually sat up there in one of those resurants watching folks leaving for int'l locations with the same curiosity. Paul, you need to be a better listener. You are a good speaker.. but, listen first.