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"16 - 25 you can't tell them apart." This is so damn true. Pinays look young until their early 30s. The 25 year olds look just like 16 year olds, so be careful.
@@SuperDrJeckyl Yeah, I figured my comment would inspire someone to personalize commentary with limited thinking and a judgmental demonization of others’ culture. Better to leave adult conversation to the adults than to show infantile irreverence for laws and norms you and those like you did not create.
Also, knowing from experience, Filipinas can be really jealous because of culture. In the USA if you're not jealous, you trust your partner. In the Philippines, if you're not jealous, you don't love your partner. Some can even go from Stage One to Stage Six Stalker in no time. Be very wary if you're planning on "Taste testing the buffet" in the Philippines.
I met mine online and have been married 5 years now. Since then I’ve plugged into dozens of couples that have done the same in my area. I have yet to hear of any that have come here as a scam. I’m sure they are out there, but...
@@johnwales4214 my experience (and I can only speak for me) is that I found that maybe 20% of the ladies online are really looking for a serious relationship! Three other main categories I found where what I call the Boiler room “Ghana” scammers, The Nickel and dimers “toothaches”, and the video sexters... it seemed pretty easy for me to pick out which were which🤓
I prefer Filipinas closer to my own age, i have nothing in common with someone who is 25-30 years younger. I met my fiancee' through a mutual friend, my friend was schoolmates with my fiancee's mother,
Hey Calvin, my girl is 41, I’m 61. She has a ten year old daughter. I will be sure not to be alone with her without her mother present. Many thanks, you are becoming my Philippines bible!
Better yet, have the daughter go and stay with her grandparents. If you want to help the girl, sent the grandparents some financial support to take care of the daughter until she is 18. It is probably best for your protection and if your girl complains, tell her to talk with the Government of the Philippines.
Any man even thinking about messing about with an under age girl is sick & must seek help. I'm glad the laws in the Philippines deal with these sickos in a strict manner. Interesting video Calvin, thanks for sharing & have a great day.
I was questioned by the PNP when my gf (at the time) and her sister went to the CR and left me in the food court with her 11 year old nephew for like 5 minutes that's when I read the law more thoroughly and now I have told my GF that at no time will her nieces nephews or her younger brother and sisters will ever be at the house without their parents no exceptions
Calvin, man some people are gonna do what they wanna do. All you can do is advise. Hey, if they want to go out there and do their own thing let them! Your words will ring in their mind while they are sitting behind bars or taking that dirt nap! I know what you are saying is true! I have been there twice! Married a filipina over there! And wish I would have known your channel before I made my first trip! Because exactly what you're saying i have either experienced or seen others go through it! Keep up the good content brotha!
Hey Calvin, wish I was there in the Philippines 🇵🇭 very crazy here in the US with the capitol riot. It might not be a rich country as US but people there are much happier and president Duterte is doing a lot of great things for the country. Would love to visit the PI one day. Btw, very nice background. Stay safe Bro!
Another thing to be aware of...because of good Samaritan laws and laws protecting minors from sex tourists, you can be arrested if someone reports you JUST FOR BEING ALONE WITH A MINOR. Beware, if your filipina is a single mom and you watch her kid while she is away or at work, that seemingly innocent trip to get an ice cream could get you locked up. From Legally Filipina, a real Filipina lawyer in Dumaguete.
I noticed in my time in the Philippines back then in 1991 Calvin, working as a US Air Force Security Police. We had a few individuals who just do not understand that you must respect laws in the Philippines like you do in the western countries of America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Europe. No excuse for this at all. Thanks for that information to everyone Calvin.
Man look my relative married this girl he courted online for a few years, brought her to the US. She’s attacked him, don’t know how to clean up or parent. I truly believe you should meet these women over there rather than online.
Brother I am glad I found your channel. I have some questions how can I reach out to you I watched about 7 of your videos one night back to back to back.
Glad my Filipina is 35 and she has proven it and I've seen the CENOMAR. I'm 39 so she is just a couple years younger than me that's perfect for me. I'm not trying to jump the gun but she may just be my diamond in the rough. We'll see... Great video as always Calvin keep up the good work. This one was pretty powerful! Hope people are listening to you.
I was walking in barrio barretto few yrs ago. A young girl and two boys were passing by and she raised her hand wanting to "high five". I sidestepped away to avoid them and just said "hello", smiled and kept going. I don't need problems. I'm an older expat. I got no business being around kids. If they come around asking for change or I see one with a cup in the street, I'll drop some money/change. As an expat I can't afford any appearance of impropriety. No breaks are given to foreigners.
If the offender is an American and he or she went to the Philippines and convicted of violation of Republic Act 7610, the USA government has a law that if an adult goes to a foreign country and commits an act against Philippine law, the USA has their own law and that person will serve time in an American prison. Republic Act also specifies that if a foreigner violates RA 7610, he or she will be deported immediately and barred from the Philippines forever once the offender serves their sentence.
Who can I get in touch with,,, about someone that went on my Facebook messenger friend list and started talking to my 15 year old sister in law,in the Philippines ,and then flew over there talked her into marriage, and now he lives in the USA and is letting her finish out her college before bringing her to the US. She is now 20 years old,he has been traveling over there for the past 5 years. Is it to late to do something.
For all you “P”-Philes out there yelling about the aoc is 12. DO NOT! I repeat, DO NOT! find yourself in my jurisdiction. You would rather have a “Midnight Express” Scenario, trust me. You are doing a fantastic job Calvin. Btw, there are some “questionable”commenters again.
In the USA, in the state of Delaware, the age of consent was 10 years old until 1871 when it was lowered to 7 years old. In 1880, 37 states in the USA had an age of consent of 10 years, 10 states had an age of consent at 12 years, and Delaware had an age of consent of 7 years. Thank goodness times and law have changed.
I'm a new subscriber, just found you...I'm from UK, don't be fooled with the "Cool Hand Luke" profile pic, but I totally get your points of view.. Respect to you for keeping all the truth bombs real, no "Sugar Coating" as you say.....Like always, we won't agree with everything that you state but there are a lot of good points to cherry pick that will suit our own situation!! Keep up the good work, I look forward to watching future vids, already catching up on old videos!
Welcome and thanks for stopping by. I’m glad you realize that crucial point of having your own mind. I’m not the Bible here and I give people a glimpse of this place as I see it.
If people are foolish enough, and I use foolish instead of perverted, as I am not saying this as a comment, more so as a fact, if a foreigner can’t even have a relationship here with a married woman even though she has been out of her relationship for years but not annulled can be prosecuted, you can be sure if you mess around with teens you will find that the sex you came for, will all be from behind your cell door, be warned. Keep up the good work Sunshine Shoulders, hopefully I won’t be the only Irish to support your channel 👍🏻☘️🇮🇪
Calvin I was living in Thailand for over 10 years & was about to move on to Malaysia before I met a college educated hard working single lady with an 18 year old son! I’ve been around the block but the culture rules I was not aware of, plus I broke my golden rules of never dating a lady who had a kid! Long story short I couldn’t accept the fact that the Son always came 1st, Mother 2nd & me last ! After 3 years I had to end it! I been with plenty of ladies in my day but couldn’t handle always being last on her list! I left America for the same reasons you did over 20 years ago! But I don’t see the attraction of so many men looking for a real solid, kind hearted lady there!! I’m sure they are there, but pretty much the same in Thailand! Only dated 1 lady in 10 years in Thailand because the good solid one’s are few & far between! Pleasure meeting you Calvin & great content! I could write a book on the 1000s of men that lost everything because they didn’t think with there big head , well I always did & enjoyed my time there but moved to Malaysia and enjoying the whole experience ! The people are friendly , the food is excellent & it’s only a little more expensive than Thailand ! I am new to your channel and will continue to follow you! Your a stand up man, with good standards & we come from the same train of thought! Screw that sick lady, there’s always the haters! But it’s very clear to me that your definitely an outstanding person! Don’t ever plan on going there but if I was would definitely enjoy hanging with you! Best of luck! Another ex-Pat from the states! Blessings
Hello Mr. Sunshine.....I"m new on your site. I am a a Black American Army retired and currently working in Kuwait. I'm married to a philipina who's heart is unlike any American woman that I have known and I have been married 3 times all American woman. I am not bashing America woman but for some reason Philippine woman are different....I guess because of there culture. I appreciate and thank you for providing and sharing your voice about living in the Philippines as an expat. I've been married to my philipina wife going on 11yrs now and we have 2 children daughter 12yrs old and a son 8. There are things that you have said that has made me adjust/change my attitude and perspective about my wife and her religious beliefs. Of course she is Catholic and me I am becoming a follower of Pastor Gino Jennings. (I dont know if you heard of him or not). Anyway keep up what your doing. ..you are doing a great service.
They changed the law in 2007 they are not adults for foreigners till age of 18 it used to be 16 until 2007 because they used to graduate at 16 that used to be adult age then U.N. got involved and it became 18 keep it legal
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Always on the ball man. This is Crucial information. People need to listen up! Keep it up brodda! 👊🏾hope you are safe...*
Unfortunately, there are still one too many foreigners getting away with getting involved with underage children. I know of one right now that is vlogging regularly and was messing with a Filipina of 16 yrs old from Cebu. Shacking up with her by the time she was 17, moved her to another island and taking her to school daily. No parents in sight. Not even the school officials reported this. These are the ones still spreading the rumors that this is ok.
When I look around, what I see is, I am the somebody to help. I have no job and no prospects because of my age. I have no car or other means of transportation. I really on the kindness and generosity of my children to survive. I'm a disabled very but the VA doesn't take care of me. I helped others all my life and this is where it has gotten me. But I wouldn't change anything because I have a generous heart. I still do what I can, when I can. God bless you, Calvin. Keep doing what you can. Never give up, never give in, never surrender.
That's correct you always have to make sure that whoever you're dating has Valid ID because even if they look young and they're 23-25 yrs old the police could show up at your door. I've been here for 3 yrs and they still don't have a National ID. There had been talk about getting them a couple of years ago but not every CItizen has an ID. Some of them have a Student ID and if they're not enrolled in school it expires. They can go to the post office and get an ID or you can pay for them to get a Philippines passport. Always make sure your partner has an ID.
So, not trying to be argumentative, but... 3 points. 1) nobody can get there and haven’t been able for 10 months. And who knows when anyone will be able to get there. 2) 99% of us that want to find a Filipino are not going to move there to find one. At best, we might take a months vacation. What are the odds of running into our soulmate at the mall. 3) you lived in Louisville (me, around DC). I literally know maybe 15 women that are eligible for me to date (before I met my Filipino online). Out of those 15, I don’t want any of them... My point is that in this day and age, dating sites give you millions of options. The key is to figure out how to use them🤓
I totally agree with you especially the “how to use them” part. That seems to be the problem when online with Filipinas. We are smitten with looks and that’s as far as it goes . No argument here because you are right on the money.
@@calroach1 you are a very smart guy and have a good audience. Maybe you could do a video on how to use the sites. NO DOUBT, boots on the ground is best, just not practical for most of us. There are 4 or 5 things I did that helped me get through the chaff. I looked you up on Facebook and sent a message, let me know if you are interested
@@bobbruce4135 sir, I think your comment is right on... What was my goal is exactly the most important question. My goal was to know exactly what I wanted and what I’d accept. That is different for all of us but no doubt the key. I literally made a list of how I want to live the rest of my life. (Religion, how my house will be run, lifestyle, kids (she has 2, ok with me), sex, everything I could think of)... talked for months hours a day.
remember you will be in precense of children, begar children you want or not. somebody call cops and you get locked up for loooong time. run when the baggaers cling on your shirt.
Absolutely if you are caught outside with them alone. Make sure the parents or legal guardian are with you. Please be careful this law targets us here.
Better yet, have the daughter go and stay with her grandparents. If you want to help the girl, sent the grandparents some financial support to take care of the daughter until she is 18. It is probably best for your protection and if your girl complains, tell her to talk with the Government of the Philippines.
The “Norwegian” guy you mention who got arrested in a bus terminal in 2018, who was actually a good guy was Koen Van den Broek. I chatted with him about it. That ordeal cost him several thousand dollars. Unfortunately Covid-19 took him last year.
After reading a few comments I have to say that this vid is not about the question if there are child molesters, why they exist and why they act the way they do. It is a fact they do exist and what they do is so very disgusting that i have no words for expressing how much I detest. It is very important that minors are protected against assault as much as possible. Wether it is good to date and develop a relationship with a much younger filipina is not the subject of this video. As long as no minors below 18 age are dated and everything happens in mutual agreement, there is nothing wrong with it from the point of view of the legal requirement. For all of us expats without ever having had bad intentions it is so very important to know the law so we can avoid potential compromising situations with minors. Without ever having thought or planned anything bad, we could get into situations that might end up in big trouble. Calvin, thank you so much for bringing up this very important topic. Big thumbs up for your down to earth, boots on the ground videos and your loving, helpful and supportive attitude. Your new subscriber Martin. (bwt. english is not my mother tongue so please bear with me :-)
I read the local newspaper while on vacation in Boracsy with my ex a guy was spotted at a hotel with an under age and his ass got arrested. Online dating is a scam
A filipina friend here in the states, jokingly (or maybe not) tried to set me up with a cousin, 19. Incredible girl, smart, Christian, even did acting. Of course I didn't go any further with it, but watching her on Facebook, with her friends, in their 20s, how could I possibly fit into her life? My wife is 20 yr younger than I, and looks 20 years younger than she is. A common filipina trait. Brilliant money manager, too. She hates my guts, but we have a baby now. A Shi Tzu. All in all, tho, it's been pretty good. Just subscribed, love your site.
William Murphy has a good question. I have watched the my nieces kids when my wife and nieces went shopping, But that was pre 1990. I took them to the empty field to hunt for fighting spiders.
All it takes is for a “concerned citizen” to call authorities. www.google.com.ph/amp/s/cebudailynews.inquirer.net/158564/belgian-national-arrested-suspicion-child-trafficking/amp
Well, Mohammed took a 6 year old girl for his bride, although historians say that he did not consummate the marriage until she was 14 years old. Since the historians were not even alive back then, I wonder how they know what happened in his tent throughout the days and nights for 8 years.
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Scenario of age of consent: i am 61, my lady is 44, we have a child together, we both have children from others. All my Children back in the states are of age, my Lady has 3 children of age except her youngest 15, i treat all of them like my own children, we have been together 2 years and her children call me Dad. How about that?
As long as the mother is with you and the 15 year old stepdaughter you will not have a problem. If you are seen in public together and the mother is not around and a “concerned citizen” reports you the authorities will arrest you and pur you in jail. It’s the law and it’s strictly enforced here. www.pressreader.com/philippines/sunstar-cebu/20171103/281513636418496 www.google.com.ph/amp/s/cebudailynews.inquirer.net/158564/belgian-national-arrested-suspicion-child-trafficking/amp
@@calroach1 “I was surprised that this happened. We were just called to come here. It has been his practice that when he visits he Philippines, he asks us where we want to go for a special treat,” The mother said in Visayan. So he just took them out for treats! This incident seems to be a tragedy. The parents should have known this law also. In the meantime homeless children are all over the city and no one seems to care. . This law should be printed out and handed to every foreigner who enters the Philippines so men with good intention will not end up in jail and humiliated.
May I suggest that as a foreigner, try making friends with a professional male such as a doctor. You have this chance when u go for a medical checkup. These doctors know good people, good available women ready to be in relationships. Maybe a former classmate in university or internship. Or current female colleagues. Nurses of all levels. Start well and with good company. I’d stay away from bars where other tourists flock. Filipinas in bars are a dime a dozen.
IMO professional Filipinos are unlikely to introduce fellow professionals to visiting single male tourists (who they assume are sex tourists) in case the woman gets pumped and dumped and then both of them will lose face big time. Not worth it. They have everything to lose (their reputation/honor) and little to gain personally. Locals are unlikely to do this unless you're a resident there, have a solid reputation and are ideally well-known to families, relatives, the local church etc - i.e. one of the community where everyone knows who you are and can see what you're getting up to. There for a 2-week vacation and looking for someone to recommend a wife to you? Only if the girl is desperate.
@@sugoidessho thanks for the reply.. however it’s a stretch for a doctor to think that an executive checkup patient is a sex tourist. It all depends on how the conversation is carried out and how the foreigner approaches the topic. If he keeps it at a professional level, the doctor may have a woman in mind to introduce to the foreigner, who knows. It all starts with safe topics that good men can share. Good men have a lot in common, and good men know good women. Of course you’re not gonna say you’re looking for a wife. You’re looking for good companionship and you want a double date with the doctor and his partner at the Sofitel buffet. Or however you wanna swing it. What do u have to lose?
www.google.com.ph/amp/s/cebudailynews.inquirer.net/158564/belgian-national-arrested-suspicion-child-trafficking/amp Step don’t mean crap here unless you have adopted them. Please be careful.
even with parents' consent, you gonna get booked... along with the parents. 'seen it in "tulfo in action" show. the LOCAL defendant told that her parents are fine with their relationship, but the girl's only 14. the lawyer said her parents will also go to jail.
Thanks for the video.If you have commentors advocating sex with teens please report them.Myself if I get any woman I ask for identification and as well have her leave her identification with the front desk of hotel.
You're a lot smarter than you give yourself credit for. As far as realistic down to earth intelligence your mind is on 100. As far a jeopardy knowledge I can't tell but if I had a choice of you over Ken Jennings as far as real world advice, there is no choice. You win.
Great video. To all the Men out there thinking of messing with children back in the Philippines remember that is not uncommon to see "justice" outside the law in the Philippines. It is not uncommon to hear on the news about pedophiles getting killed in their jail cells because "they tried to grab the policeman's gun". So think twice, our concept of justice in the West is different from what they have in the Philippines, do stupid stuff and you might find yourself as the next salvaged victim.
As with much of the world, I'm sure there are curfews and restrictions in the Philippines. But whenever you're able, I would like to see a walking/driving tour of the area you're living in.
Good vid Calvin, the Philippines is not a place to find underage girls or boys. Having to spend years in a Philippines prison is just not worth it. American prisons are more like Mar a Lago than Philippine prisons.
An important topic.... Cleared up the ambiguity, people thinking 16 or 12 is ok because online information. In the USA with parents consent in some states, BUT the law is one kid with another kid, not someone older. Roumer has it that cases in the province Never go to court, as it was handled BEFORE court.... Its the Wild West.... Not California of today heh.
Hay Calvin, great advice, for the brotherhood, , Maybe, in another video, warn about fake ID, some girls use, Better to meet in public and make sure , I heard that some use there postal card as ID, Thats not Legit?
I'm married to a wonderful Filipina and her underage nieces are always asking me to introduce them to any Americans that I might know. The guys age doesn't even matter! That's how desperate some families in the provinces are. The parents will pimp out their daughters for money. I've witnessed it with my own eyes.
Calvin a therapist told me men and woman are like lions? A female lions can move right on to another male in one day if the male dies.......but a male lion can not move on and dies from a broken heart when his mate dies?
Yes and if you do use extreme caution. We limit ourselves with online dating. Only 45% of Filipino adults have access to the internet so there’s a lot of women here who want to meet us but can’t.
Ask yourself why a beautiful young woman who could have basically anyone she wanted, would pick an old fat foreigner to spend her time with? Part of the answer is to escape the poverty she has grown up in and who can blame her for that. When you get to meet her parents, who are about your age, you will be accepted by them party because they also want to ride the gravy train and who can blame them. To those that think they are coming here simply for the LBFM's or are looking to do a little Kiddy Fiddling remember this is not your country and vigilante justice is alive and well.
Like Sunshine Shoulders says, it doesn't even have to be in the dating sense. With my first trip to the philippines, I made sure NEVER to be alone with any under 18 person. Since I am not married to my filipina, i even didn't take the chance of being alone with her 12 year old daughter. If married to the mother, then it changes and you can be at home alone with her while the mother is out and about but NOT until then. Just not worth the risk. Remember, you have to worry about extended family as well, so, you can get exploited by her "cousin" who just wants to get paid. Say he knows you are at home, chilling, watching netflix and your filipinas daughter is in her room chatting on her phone. Her "cousin" sees an opportunity if he knows the mom is gone. Comes over and knocks on the door and demands Peso or he calls the police.
Cal, Philippines is a very young country when it comes to Independence BUT!......somethings will not change at least in our lifetime....wish I could see what the next 75 looks...lol....I still love it with its faults.
I would say over the last 20 years or so not only have the laws significantly tightened up, but social norms are different too. I was stationed there in the late 90s and the 18-19 year olds that I dated there were some of the oldest girls that any of my circle dated. I knew a couple guys in their late 50s who lived with 14 year old girls like they were married and no one batted an eye. Sounds ridiculous but I saw it firsthand. Nowadays, as Calvin says, there are laws against simply _being alone in the company of a person under 18_, let alone having romantic relations with her. It's a really serious thing and the very very very last thing you would ever want is to be locked up in a prison there. Not only that, but it's just not socially accepted any more. Age differences are okay for sure, but these days you won't see many guys in their 40s or 50s dating anyone under say 25. Not at all impossible, just not super common.
problem is.....the filipino parents want their Kid Minors to troll the internet (facebook usually) for Foreigner Money and black mailing scams. Be careful and DONT CHAT WITH THEM if they come out say they are under 18..........here in the US it is against the Law to chat with a minor you don't know or unrelated to you. Ask your Lawyer !
What's bad for me is I have two teenage Filipino stepdaughters, that are with me a lot. They are twins and I married their mother when they were two years old, now they are 15.
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Whatever man or woman who would want to date or have sexual relations with a child is sick.
@@JR-xn6yu It’s okay when you under 18yrs old.
"16 - 25 you can't tell them apart." This is so damn true. Pinays look young until their early 30s. The 25 year olds look just like 16 year olds, so be careful.
Grown men should mess with grown women, period
facts
How old is a grown woman. According to some tribes and faiths in the Philippines, she is 12.
@@TheDocBranch but seriously, 12? It doesn’t matter what the law says, you are a sicko if you want a girl under 18.
@@SuperDrJeckyl Yeah, I figured my comment would inspire someone to personalize commentary with limited thinking and a judgmental demonization of others’ culture. Better to leave adult conversation to the adults than to show infantile irreverence for laws and norms you and those like you did not create.
RWayne Branch Rwayne for us its 18 pay attention so you stay safe just keep away from the child wife . Or best of luck with your life.
Also, knowing from experience, Filipinas can be really jealous because of culture. In the USA if you're not jealous, you trust your partner. In the Philippines, if you're not jealous, you don't love your partner. Some can even go from Stage One to Stage Six Stalker in no time. Be very wary if you're planning on "Taste testing the buffet" in the Philippines.
You’re that brother that everyone needs!
If you insist on dating online be prepared to be scammed....
I met mine online and have been married 5 years now. Since then I’ve plugged into dozens of couples that have done the same in my area. I have yet to hear of any that have come here as a scam. I’m sure they are out there, but...
@@johnwales4214 my experience (and I can only speak for me) is that I found that maybe 20% of the ladies online are really looking for a serious relationship!
Three other main categories I found where what I call the Boiler room “Ghana” scammers, The Nickel and dimers “toothaches”, and the video sexters... it seemed pretty easy for me to pick out which were which🤓
I prefer Filipinas closer to my own age, i have nothing in common with someone who is 25-30 years younger. I met my fiancee' through a mutual friend, my friend was schoolmates with my fiancee's mother,
Same. currently talking with one now about 6 months. id rather have experience.
Hey Calvin, my girl is 41, I’m 61. She has a ten year old daughter. I will be sure not to be alone with her without her mother present. Many thanks, you are becoming my Philippines bible!
Thanks Bill. Its ok in the privacy of your home but just be careful in public.
@@calroach1 I will Calvin. Keep those great videos coming!
Better yet, have the daughter go and stay with her grandparents. If you want to help the girl, sent the grandparents some financial support to take care of the daughter until she is 18. It is probably best for your protection and if your girl complains, tell her to talk with the Government of the Philippines.
@@erniebell1858 the grandparents are dead. But thanks for your interest.
@@WJF1959 Sorry to hear that. It was just an idea for your protection. I also meant no disrespect towards your girl or her daughter.
Any man even thinking about messing about with an under age girl is sick & must seek help.
I'm glad the laws in the Philippines deal with these sickos in a strict manner.
Interesting video Calvin, thanks for sharing & have a great day.
Hey it's females molesting boys taking place too.
I was questioned by the PNP when my gf (at the time) and her sister went to the CR and left me in the food court with her 11 year old nephew for like 5 minutes that's when I read the law more thoroughly and now I have told my GF that at no time will her nieces nephews or her younger brother and sisters will ever be at the house without their parents no exceptions
Smart. Better safe than sorry.
Wise policy
Calvin, man some people are gonna do what they wanna do. All you can do is advise. Hey, if they want to go out there and do their own thing let them! Your words will ring in their mind while they are sitting behind bars or taking that dirt nap! I know what you are saying is true! I have been there twice! Married a filipina over there! And wish I would have known your channel before I made my first trip! Because exactly what you're saying i have either experienced or seen others go through it! Keep up the good content brotha!
Hey Calvin, wish I was there in the Philippines 🇵🇭 very crazy here in the US with the capitol riot. It might not be a rich country as US but people there are much happier and president Duterte is doing a lot of great things for the country. Would love to visit the PI one day. Btw, very nice background. Stay safe Bro!
Another thing to be aware of...because of good Samaritan laws and laws protecting minors from sex tourists, you can be arrested if someone reports you JUST FOR BEING ALONE WITH A MINOR. Beware, if your filipina is a single mom and you watch her kid while she is away or at work, that seemingly innocent trip to get an ice cream could get you locked up. From Legally Filipina, a real Filipina lawyer in Dumaguete.
It's actually Adult Pinays that are bad about molesting young Filipinos over there.
Men shouldn't be messing with underage kids anywhere in any country. I don't understand these perverts.
there are 200,000 teenage pregnancies per year. Obviously many locals didn't get your message.
Yeah they killed a German guy back in the day in angles for hurting little kids
Justice🍻
I noticed in my time in the Philippines back then in 1991 Calvin, working as a US Air Force Security Police. We had a few individuals who just do not understand that you must respect laws in the Philippines like you do in the western countries of America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Europe. No excuse for this at all. Thanks for that information to everyone Calvin.
Man look my relative married this girl he courted online for a few years, brought her to the US. She’s attacked him, don’t know how to clean up or parent. I truly believe you should meet these women over there rather than online.
I’m lovin the way you deliver facts brother , keep them comin ... you almost there 10k subscribers 😎
Brother I am glad I found your channel. I have some questions how can I reach out to you I watched about 7 of your videos one night back to back to back.
Thanks for your support! Send me an email calroach1@gmail.com or a friend request on Facebook Calvin Cooley Roach.
Another great video Calvin. Keep preaching.
He speaks the truth. Just be careful. Very careful. He lives there..you don’t. What makes you think that you know more than he does??????
Glad my Filipina is 35 and she has proven it and I've seen the CENOMAR. I'm 39 so she is just a couple years younger than me that's perfect for me. I'm not trying to jump the gun but she may just be my diamond in the rough. We'll see...
Great video as always Calvin keep up the good work. This one was pretty powerful! Hope people are listening to you.
I was walking in barrio barretto few yrs ago. A young girl and two boys were passing by and she raised her hand wanting to "high five". I sidestepped away to avoid them and just said "hello", smiled and kept going. I don't need problems. I'm an older expat. I got no business being around kids. If they come around asking for change or I see one with a cup in the street, I'll drop some money/change. As an expat I can't afford any appearance of impropriety. No breaks are given to foreigners.
Started online dating in 1995 and Met my wife online, but today I wouldn't recommend it. He's so right, go there and visit. Pray about it ..!!!
If the offender is an American and he or she went to the Philippines and convicted of violation of Republic Act 7610, the USA government has a law that if an adult goes to a foreign country and commits an act against Philippine law, the USA has their own law and that person will serve time in an American prison. Republic Act also specifies that if a foreigner violates RA 7610, he or she will be deported immediately and barred from the Philippines forever once the offender serves their sentence.
Who can I get in touch with,,, about someone that went on my Facebook messenger friend list and started talking to my 15 year old sister in law,in the Philippines ,and then flew over there talked her into marriage, and now he lives in the USA and is letting her finish out her college before bringing her to the US. She is now 20 years old,he has been traveling over there for the past 5 years. Is it to late to do something.
I’m so glad you addressed this.
For all you “P”-Philes out there yelling about the aoc is 12. DO NOT! I repeat, DO NOT! find yourself in my jurisdiction.
You would rather have a “Midnight Express”
Scenario, trust me.
You are doing a fantastic job Calvin.
Btw, there are some “questionable”commenters again.
Hey Calvin, publish the Filipino handbook as an ebook, you have a great knowledge and wisdom.
Thanks brother I am working on a short ebook now. I appreciate you.
Love your videos always good information. With you living there gives us pertinent information about the Philippines. Keep up the good work
Thts sick 😫
Exploitation of any child anywhere is unacceptable and should be protected yo the fullest!!!!
you are truly awesome Calvin, transparent, truthful 🙇🏻♂️ and tellin it how it is in PH🇵🇭
wishing you a wonderful weekend
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In the USA, in the state of Delaware, the age of consent was 10 years old until 1871 when it was lowered to 7 years old. In 1880, 37 states in the USA had an age of consent of 10 years, 10 states had an age of consent at 12 years, and Delaware had an age of consent of 7 years. Thank goodness times and law have changed.
I'm a new subscriber, just found you...I'm from UK, don't be fooled with the "Cool Hand Luke" profile pic, but I totally get your points of view..
Respect to you for keeping all the truth bombs real, no "Sugar Coating" as you say.....Like always, we won't agree with everything that you state but there are a lot of good points to cherry pick that will suit our own situation!!
Keep up the good work, I look forward to watching future vids, already catching up on old videos!
Welcome and thanks for stopping by. I’m glad you realize that crucial point of having your own mind. I’m not the Bible here and I give people a glimpse of this place as I see it.
Thanks Calvin for making it understood! I have children there.
If people are foolish enough, and I use foolish instead of perverted, as I am not saying this as a comment, more so as a fact, if a foreigner can’t even have a relationship here with a married woman even though she has been out of her relationship for years but not annulled can be prosecuted, you can be sure if you mess around with teens you will find that the sex you came for, will all be from behind your cell door, be warned. Keep up the good work Sunshine Shoulders, hopefully I won’t be the only Irish to support your channel 👍🏻☘️🇮🇪
im glad to hear this as its changed my mind a bit thanks calvin
Awesome to hear that young folk are protected
Calvin I was living in Thailand for over 10 years & was about to move on to Malaysia before I met a college educated hard working single lady with an 18 year old son! I’ve been around the block but the culture rules I was not aware of, plus I broke my golden rules of never dating a lady who had a kid! Long story short I couldn’t accept the fact that the Son always came 1st, Mother 2nd & me last ! After 3 years I had to end it! I been with plenty of ladies in my day but couldn’t handle always being last on her list! I left America for the same reasons you did over 20 years ago! But I don’t see the attraction of so many men looking for a real solid, kind hearted lady there!! I’m sure they are there, but pretty much the same in Thailand! Only dated 1 lady in 10 years in Thailand because the good solid one’s are few & far between! Pleasure meeting you Calvin & great content! I could write a book on the 1000s of men that lost everything because they didn’t think with there big head , well I always did & enjoyed my time there but moved to Malaysia and enjoying the whole experience ! The people are friendly , the food is excellent & it’s only a little more expensive than Thailand ! I am new to your channel and will continue to follow you! Your a stand up man, with good standards & we come from the same train of thought! Screw that sick lady, there’s always the haters! But it’s very clear to me that your definitely an outstanding person! Don’t ever plan on going there but if I was would definitely enjoy hanging with you! Best of luck! Another ex-Pat from the states! Blessings
Have a blessed day Calvin and best wishes to u for the new year
You have eased all doubts for Me relocating to the Philippines. You will have My support for Your channel.
Thanks for your kindness and generosity brother I really appreciate it!
Hello Mr. Sunshine.....I"m new on your site. I am a a Black American Army retired and currently working in Kuwait. I'm married to a philipina who's heart is unlike any American woman that I have known and I have been married 3 times all American woman. I am not bashing America woman but for some reason Philippine woman are different....I guess because of there culture. I appreciate and thank you for providing and sharing your voice about living in the Philippines as an expat. I've been married to my philipina wife going on 11yrs now and we have 2 children daughter 12yrs old and a son 8. There are things that you have said that has made me adjust/change my attitude and perspective about my wife and her religious beliefs. Of course she is Catholic and me I am becoming a follower of Pastor Gino Jennings. (I dont know if you heard of him or not). Anyway keep up what your doing. ..you are doing a great service.
Welcome to my channel brother and thanks for sharing your story!
Thanks my brother for your videos ny plans to come there this year hopefully when the country opens up
I'm new to your channel and you are the most honest person I've seen on these topics.
They changed the law in 2007 they are not adults for foreigners till age of 18 it used to be 16 until 2007 because they used to graduate at 16 that used to be adult age then U.N. got involved and it became 18 keep it legal
Always on the ball man. This is Crucial information. People need to listen up!
Keep it up brodda! 👊🏾hope you are safe...*
Unfortunately, there are still one too many foreigners getting away with getting involved with underage children. I know of one right now that is vlogging regularly and was messing with a Filipina of 16 yrs old from Cebu. Shacking up with her by the time she was 17, moved her to another island and taking her to school daily. No parents in sight. Not even the school officials reported this. These are the ones still spreading the rumors that this is ok.
Wow
@@johnwales4214 I agree
When I look around, what I see is, I am the somebody to help. I have no job and no prospects because of my age. I have no car or other means of transportation. I really on the kindness and generosity of my children to survive. I'm a disabled very but the VA doesn't take care of me. I helped others all my life and this is where it has gotten me. But I wouldn't change anything because I have a generous heart. I still do what I can, when I can. God bless you, Calvin. Keep doing what you can. Never give up, never give in, never surrender.
That's correct you always have to make sure that whoever you're dating has Valid ID because even if they look young and they're 23-25 yrs old the police could show up at your door. I've been here for 3 yrs and they still don't have a National ID. There had been talk about getting them a couple of years ago but not every CItizen has an ID. Some of them have a Student ID and if they're not enrolled in school it expires. They can go to the post office and get an ID or you can pay for them to get a Philippines passport. Always make sure your partner has an ID.
So, not trying to be argumentative, but...
3 points.
1) nobody can get there and haven’t been able for 10 months. And who knows when anyone will be able to get there.
2) 99% of us that want to find a Filipino are not going to move there to find one. At best, we might take a months vacation. What are the odds of running into our soulmate at the mall.
3) you lived in Louisville (me, around DC). I literally know maybe 15 women that are eligible for me to date (before I met my Filipino online). Out of those 15, I don’t want any of them...
My point is that in this day and age, dating sites give you millions of options. The key is to figure out how to use them🤓
I totally agree with you especially the “how to use them” part. That seems to be the problem when online with Filipinas. We are smitten with looks and that’s as far as it goes . No argument here because you are right on the money.
@@calroach1 you are a very smart guy and have a good audience. Maybe you could do a video on how to use the sites. NO DOUBT, boots on the ground is best, just not practical for most of us. There are 4 or 5 things I did that helped me get through the chaff. I looked you up on Facebook and sent a message, let me know if you are interested
@@bobbruce4135 sir, I think your comment is right on... What was my goal is exactly the most important question. My goal was to know exactly what I wanted and what I’d accept. That is different for all of us but no doubt the key. I literally made a list of how I want to live the rest of my life. (Religion, how my house will be run, lifestyle, kids (she has 2, ok with me), sex, everything I could think of)... talked for months hours a day.
There are a lot of fillipina women and younger ladies 21 and up in the USA. You can find them online. And never leave tge USA 🇺🇸
remember you will be in precense of children, begar children you want or not. somebody call cops and you get locked up for loooong time. run when the baggaers cling on your shirt.
Great content new sub from rural Saskatchewan Canada 🇨🇦 love your honesty 👌
Welcome to my channel and thanks for stopping by today!
Calvin my girlfriend has three nieces, so I guess I better be careful
Absolutely if you are caught outside with them alone. Make sure the parents or legal guardian are with you. Please be careful this law targets us here.
Better yet, have the daughter go and stay with her grandparents. If you want to help the girl, sent the grandparents some financial support to take care of the daughter until she is 18. It is probably best for your protection and if your girl complains, tell her to talk with the Government of the Philippines.
This dude an bot?☝
I keep seeing this same post in several threads
The “Norwegian” guy you mention who got arrested in a bus terminal in 2018, who was actually a good guy was Koen Van den Broek. I chatted with him about it. That ordeal cost him several thousand dollars. Unfortunately Covid-19 took him last year.
When there was many bar raids going on in Angeles not only was many police protective services there was also dentists checking the Girls.
My man told you get them 24-25 yrs old but check id"s there all short in stature lol
After reading a few comments I have to say that this vid is not about the question if there are child molesters, why they exist and why they act the way they do. It is a fact they do exist and what they do is so very disgusting that i have no words for expressing how much I detest. It is very important that minors are protected against assault as much as possible. Wether it is good to date and develop a relationship with a much younger filipina is not the subject of this video. As long as no minors below 18 age are dated and everything happens in mutual agreement, there is nothing wrong with it from the point of view of the legal requirement.
For all of us expats without ever having had bad intentions it is so very important to know the law so we can avoid potential compromising situations with minors. Without ever having thought or planned anything bad, we could get into situations that might end up in big trouble.
Calvin, thank you so much for bringing up this very important topic. Big thumbs up for your down to earth, boots on the ground videos and your loving, helpful and supportive attitude.
Your new subscriber Martin. (bwt. english is not my mother tongue so please bear with me :-)
Thanks Calvin, good advice.
Thank You Calvin for warning us foreigners. Just say it like it is 18!years and up
Good look Calvin....... 75 years we were fighting a civil war 90 years after our independence in the US???? Imagine brother?????
I read the local newspaper while on vacation in Boracsy with my ex a guy was spotted at a hotel with an under age and his ass got arrested. Online dating is a scam
A filipina friend here in the states, jokingly (or maybe not) tried to set me up with a cousin, 19. Incredible girl, smart, Christian, even did acting. Of course I didn't go any further with it, but watching her on Facebook, with her friends, in their 20s, how could I possibly fit into her life? My wife is 20 yr younger than I, and looks 20 years younger than she is. A common filipina trait. Brilliant money manager, too. She hates my guts, but we have a baby now. A Shi Tzu. All in all, tho, it's been pretty good. Just subscribed, love your site.
When in Rome you do as the Romans do.Take Care Calvin.
William Murphy has a good question. I have watched the my nieces kids when my wife and nieces went shopping, But that was pre 1990. I took them to the empty field to hunt for fighting spiders.
All it takes is for a “concerned citizen” to call authorities.
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I've always wanted to be taken to the empty field to hunt for fighting spiders 🕷
Yep that’s exactly what happened to me , one day she’s gone with someone else , in America sex with ex is a thing but not with a Filipina
Who the hell in their right mind would be looking for a loophole to fool around with someone that young anyway??😢
Preach!
Well, Mohammed took a 6 year old girl for his bride, although historians say that he did not consummate the marriage until she was 14 years old. Since the historians were not even alive back then, I wonder how they know what happened in his tent throughout the days and nights for 8 years.
Great info as usual.Could you discuss the effects of being a strick catholic counrty. No divorce,no abortion,or lack of birth control.Thanks
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Scenario of age of consent: i am 61, my lady is 44, we have a child together, we both have children from others. All my Children back in the states are of age, my Lady has 3 children of age except her youngest
15, i treat all of them like my own children, we have been together 2 years and her children call me Dad.
How about that?
As long as the mother is with you and the 15 year old stepdaughter you will not have a problem. If you are seen in public together and the mother is not around and a “concerned citizen” reports you the authorities will arrest you and pur you in jail. It’s the law and it’s strictly enforced here.
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Thank you for the intelligent information, sometimes we can’t see complications when our mind is in the right place. Thank you for the enlightenment
@@calroach1 “I was surprised that this happened. We were just called to come here. It has been his practice that when he visits he Philippines, he asks us where we want to go for a special treat,” The mother said in Visayan. So he just took them out for treats! This incident seems to be a tragedy. The parents should have known this law also. In the meantime homeless children are all over the city and no one seems to care. . This law should be printed out and handed to every foreigner who enters the Philippines so men with good intention will not end up in jail and humiliated.
I saw that video of you singing the elton john song!! awesome job hope you can make more videos of you singing!!
Thanks brother. I am trying to help Angel and her channel. She is my gf’s daughter’s best friend. I appreciate the compliment 😊
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King shoulders, messing with children anywhere equals a death sentence anywhere. 30 years old is as young as I'll go.
May I suggest that as a foreigner, try making friends with a professional male such as a doctor. You have this chance when u go for a medical checkup. These doctors know good people, good available women ready to be in relationships. Maybe a former classmate in university or internship. Or current female colleagues. Nurses of all levels. Start well and with good company. I’d stay away from bars where other tourists flock. Filipinas in bars are a dime a dozen.
IMO professional Filipinos are unlikely to introduce fellow professionals to visiting single male tourists (who they assume are sex tourists) in case the woman gets pumped and dumped and then both of them will lose face big time. Not worth it. They have everything to lose (their reputation/honor) and little to gain personally. Locals are unlikely to do this unless you're a resident there, have a solid reputation and are ideally well-known to families, relatives, the local church etc - i.e. one of the community where everyone knows who you are and can see what you're getting up to. There for a 2-week vacation and looking for someone to recommend a wife to you? Only if the girl is desperate.
@@sugoidessho thanks for the reply.. however it’s a stretch for a doctor to think that an executive checkup patient is a sex tourist. It all depends on how the conversation is carried out and how the foreigner approaches the topic. If he keeps it at a professional level, the doctor may have a woman in mind to introduce to the foreigner, who knows. It all starts with safe topics that good men can share. Good men have a lot in common, and good men know good women. Of course you’re not gonna say you’re looking for a wife. You’re looking for good companionship and you want a double date with the doctor and his partner at the Sofitel buffet. Or however you wanna swing it. What do u have to lose?
I wonder if one could be arrested even if children are your step-kids that you are helping to take care of.
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Especially if that's the case
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Step don’t mean crap here unless you have adopted them. Please be careful.
@@amanuesis NO This is not the case. I could endure more than a couple minutes of the ink.
@@calroach1 I gottcha Bro.
* i Could not endure...
even with parents' consent, you gonna get booked... along with the parents.
'seen it in "tulfo in action" show. the LOCAL defendant told that her parents are fine with their relationship, but the girl's only 14. the lawyer said her parents will also go to jail.
101percent correct
101percent correct
Thanks for the video.If you have commentors advocating sex with teens please report them.Myself if I get any woman I ask for identification and as well have her leave her identification with the front desk of hotel.
Great idea about leaving ID at front desk.
You're a lot smarter than you give yourself credit for. As far as realistic down to earth intelligence your mind is on 100. As far a jeopardy knowledge I can't tell but if I had a choice of you over Ken Jennings as far as real world advice, there is no choice. You win.
Thank you!
Great video. To all the Men out there thinking of messing with children back in the Philippines remember that is not uncommon to see "justice" outside the law in the Philippines. It is not uncommon to hear on the news about pedophiles getting killed in their jail cells because "they tried to grab the policeman's gun". So think twice, our concept of justice in the West is different from what they have in the Philippines, do stupid stuff and you might find yourself as the next salvaged victim.
As with much of the world, I'm sure there are curfews and restrictions in the Philippines. But whenever you're able, I would like to see a walking/driving tour of the area you're living in.
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Good vid Calvin, the Philippines is not a place to find underage girls or boys. Having to spend years in a Philippines prison is just not worth it. American prisons are more like Mar a Lago than Philippine prisons.
I wouldn’t let my dog stay in a Philippine prison 😄
An important topic.... Cleared up the ambiguity, people thinking 16 or 12 is ok because online information. In the USA with parents consent in some states, BUT the law is one kid with another kid, not someone older. Roumer has it that cases in the province Never go to court, as it was handled BEFORE court.... Its the Wild West.... Not California of today heh.
Thank you... brother
What kind of input can you give about island living or camping??
One of our favorite places is Siquijor Island and Glamping is very popular. Many islands here and camping spots.
Hay Calvin, great advice, for the brotherhood, , Maybe, in another video, warn about fake ID, some girls use, Better to meet in public and make sure , I heard that some use there postal card as ID, Thats not Legit?
Pistal ID’s are accepted here and many use that as a form of ID.
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I'm married to a wonderful Filipina and her underage nieces are always asking me to introduce them to any Americans that I might know. The guys age doesn't even matter! That's how desperate some families in the provinces are. The parents will pimp out their daughters for money. I've witnessed it with my own eyes.
Yep check and photograph their ID...some of them you can't tell if they're 15 or 25! :)
Calvin a therapist told me men and woman are like lions? A female lions can move right on to another male in one day if the male dies.......but a male lion can not move on and dies from a broken heart when his mate dies?
Wow. That’s news and it’s very true here. She’s with someone very fast and we are still reelling. It’s a mess. Thanks for sharing.
@@calroach1 so true hahahhaa but that the same here in USA too .. women always the ones to leave & move on
10k subs around the corner.
Unfortunately, there are a lot of sick people in our world.
Great advice as always, Calvin! So are you advising to avoid online dating altogether and just look for love with boots on the ground?
Yes and if you do use extreme caution. We limit ourselves with online dating. Only 45% of Filipino adults have access to the internet so there’s a lot of women here who want to meet us but can’t.
@@calroach1 affirmative! Understood! 🙏
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
There is no excuse for pedophiles
My man Calvin how are you brother
I’m doing fine Nate thanks for asking. And you?
@@calroach1 im above ground and my family is healthy so I am good and keep up the good work .
Vigilantism is alive and well in the PH. If the justice 'system' doesn't take of something, the people will.
You are so right about the laws here, why would a grown person want to be with an under age child anyway.
Wake up Elder. There are more perverse child molesters than you can imagine right up to the top of the of the so-called elite.
Ask yourself why a beautiful young woman who could have basically anyone she wanted, would pick an old fat foreigner to spend her time with?
Part of the answer is to escape the poverty she has grown up in and who can blame her for that.
When you get to meet her parents, who are about your age, you will be accepted by them party because they also want to ride the gravy train and who can blame them.
To those that think they are coming here simply for the LBFM's or are looking to do a little Kiddy Fiddling remember this is not your country and vigilante justice is alive and well.
Like Sunshine Shoulders says, it doesn't even have to be in the dating sense. With my first trip to the philippines, I made sure NEVER to be alone with any under 18 person. Since I am not married to my filipina, i even didn't take the chance of being alone with her 12 year old daughter. If married to the mother, then it changes and you can be at home alone with her while the mother is out and about but NOT until then. Just not worth the risk. Remember, you have to worry about extended family as well, so, you can get exploited by her "cousin" who just wants to get paid. Say he knows you are at home, chilling, watching netflix and your filipinas daughter is in her room chatting on her phone. Her "cousin" sees an opportunity if he knows the mom is gone. Comes over and knocks on the door and demands Peso or he calls the police.
Cal,
Philippines is a very young country when it comes to Independence BUT!......somethings will not change at least in our lifetime....wish I could see what the next 75 looks...lol....I still love it with its faults.
Me too! My point is no matter how much we complain it’s not going to change.
I would say over the last 20 years or so not only have the laws significantly tightened up, but social norms are different too. I was stationed there in the late 90s and the 18-19 year olds that I dated there were some of the oldest girls that any of my circle dated. I knew a couple guys in their late 50s who lived with 14 year old girls like they were married and no one batted an eye. Sounds ridiculous but I saw it firsthand. Nowadays, as Calvin says, there are laws against simply _being alone in the company of a person under 18_, let alone having romantic relations with her. It's a really serious thing and the very very very last thing you would ever want is to be locked up in a prison there. Not only that, but it's just not socially accepted any more. Age differences are okay for sure, but these days you won't see many guys in their 40s or 50s dating anyone under say 25. Not at all impossible, just not super common.
problem is.....the filipino parents want their Kid Minors to troll the internet (facebook usually) for Foreigner Money and black mailing scams. Be careful and DONT CHAT WITH THEM if they come out say they are under 18..........here in the US it is against the Law to chat with a minor you don't know or unrelated to you. Ask your Lawyer !
What's bad for me is I have two teenage Filipino stepdaughters, that are with me a lot. They are twins and I married their mother when they were two years old, now they are 15.
Have you legally adopted them? More than likely if you are questioned by the authorities you should be ok but expect the unexpected here.