Growing Up in the Philippines as a Korean | My Story

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  • @SylviaKim
    @SylviaKim 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4681

    Wow Such a sincere, genuine, heartwarming, touching content... I'm not crying........😭😭😭

  • @조요한-w8r
    @조요한-w8r 3 ปีที่แล้ว +784

    Good to know there is someone like me who experienced growing up in Philippines and loves Philippines. 10 years old, i was here and i'm 31 right now, i'm still here, married, have child... I love Philippines before, now and will be in my heart forever. ^^ 아 그리고, 항상 응원합니다~ 영상들이 아주 재미있어요~ 구독하고 갑니다~

    • @mykovrivera8640
      @mykovrivera8640 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      people like you Sir/Ma'am will be always be bless by GOD and for us Filipinos we thank you for your staying here in our country for your growing years....may GOD bless you and your family!!!

    • @reypocais3760
      @reypocais3760 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      💝

    • @marijuanafountain4813
      @marijuanafountain4813 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sarangheyo

    • @markanthonyandaya5471
      @markanthonyandaya5471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ohh fellow kababayan at hearts. Philippines is your home also. ❤️❤️❤️

    • @dessafrias14
      @dessafrias14 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      💖

  • @shaniaramos3694
    @shaniaramos3694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +535

    It’s not just because of filipino culture why Jessica had a beautiful childhood memories, but because Jessica herself is a good person with an open heart to appreciate Filipino Culture.

    • @lleolife
      @lleolife 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree with that shenia.

  • @xinghuali2842
    @xinghuali2842 3 ปีที่แล้ว +377

    So basically we shared the same experience, I spent my early years in the Philippines to study English. The entire journey was the happiest and leaving the country was one of the saddest part.

    • @santevaldez1750
      @santevaldez1750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      you are always welcome here

    • @dextercando1213
      @dextercando1213 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I feel u😥😂

    • @xyzev
      @xyzev 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I saw u at Beryl's comment section where your classmate gave you mango float

    • @LoneWolf-oi4yx
      @LoneWolf-oi4yx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ni hao pengyo 👋

    • @nonettetsang1102
      @nonettetsang1102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ohhhh... you can always go back...you will always be welcomed!

  • @sakum1405
    @sakum1405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1767

    As a Filipino, Jessica is THE ONLY foreign vlogger i trust.

    • @dog-eb7sg
      @dog-eb7sg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      Hungry syrian

    • @Lysasome
      @Lysasome 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same, I’ve only seen the pancit canton and now this, i can tell she is sincere and not just to rack up stats. We all know Pinoy streamer community is strong. I’ll be checking her other vids lil by lil. 😉

    • @johnchristiansales5891
      @johnchristiansales5891 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Wil dasovich :)
      Genuine

    • @johnmanila5200
      @johnmanila5200 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Becoming Filipino.....Kulas

    • @HOGISIMJAYUN
      @HOGISIMJAYUN 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@johnchristiansales5891 Wil Dasovich is half Filipino tho

  • @Aaron5836
    @Aaron5836 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1421

    As a Taiwanese who moved to philippines when I was small, I gotta say philippines is the best country for East Asians to learn english in 😳 if I hadn’t moved here I wouldn’t be speaking English now, it’s near, affordable, and racism is minimal and mostly non physical compared to western countries

    • @allengina1091
      @allengina1091 3 ปีที่แล้ว +102

      Minimal racism because we are hospitable. We want the foreigners to feel at home. Unfortunately, some of us when we go to other countries we are not accepted, and i experience it myself. Anyway, we have different culture.

    • @malougutierrez3840
      @malougutierrez3840 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      en me i miss all my taiwanese friends there..
      they r so nice to me en to all my coleague there..
      i miss my stay there ..
      how i wish i can go back there en stay for good...
      wo shang wo da pengyou!!🥰🥰🥰

    • @RED_WIRE
      @RED_WIRE 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Minimal racism coz Chinese( Taiwanese included ) people are part of filipino culture.

    • @mykovrivera8640
      @mykovrivera8640 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Aaron Chu may God bless you in whatever you want to achieve.. .stay safe!!

    • @kaboom6157
      @kaboom6157 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes there is racism and they come from chinese nationals. I welcome Taiwanese, koreans japanese whole heartedly. Mainland china don't ever visit that place🤮🤮

  • @aaronturon297
    @aaronturon297 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1063

    This video is a big SLAP IN THE FACE for those People who are saying that Jessica is just "Pinoy baiting" and saying that she uses Philippines for content.
    they don't how much Jessica loves Philippines and it's culture🤣

    • @believemeimeverywhere5682
      @believemeimeverywhere5682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Kailan niya ba tayo hindi kasama sa content niya? Diba lagi? Tsk tsk

    • @andrewbrin5485
      @andrewbrin5485 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Dude Stop kidding yourself... She is clearly pinoy Baiting.

    • @strikefreedomzgmfx20a
      @strikefreedomzgmfx20a 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@andrewbrin5485 How?

    • @aaronturon297
      @aaronturon297 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      it's not pinoy baiting, she's just expressing how much she loves our country plus she grew up here baka mas may pusong pinoy pa sya kesa dun sa mga conyo na anak mayaman. So nag pi-pinoy baiting din ba si Will Dasovich dahil foreigner sya at puro about satin content nya? tsaka kung papanoodin nyo ung mga unang taon ng mga vlog nya nandito talaga sya sa pinas ng ilang taon.

    • @SHAQUILLE.OATMEAL26
      @SHAQUILLE.OATMEAL26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      mas ok nato kesa naman don sa mga reaction channel.... yun kasi sa thumbnail at title palang clickbait na talaga....

  • @chroniclesofalivingdeadgirl
    @chroniclesofalivingdeadgirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +284

    I think your parents really had a big role in this process. They were open minded about adapting to the country's customs and they allowed you and your siblings to interact with the people from all walks of life.

    • @midgetporn9735
      @midgetporn9735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yeah most of the foreigners I knew living in our country dont do that.

  • @juleemoo6351
    @juleemoo6351 3 ปีที่แล้ว +345

    So proud yet humbled, because a Korean like you really loved our country and the people. It's because of your kind Filipino teachers. Ganun talaga mga pinoy. Basta napamahal na sa'yo, ituturing kang kapamilya!

  • @spilltheblood2319
    @spilltheblood2319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    She saw the good and bad in our country and chose to know it deeper. How touching♥️ we love you Jessica!

  • @hyacinth120
    @hyacinth120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +311

    This young lady has grown with good values and true humility.

  • @rommelbatula788
    @rommelbatula788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +352

    As a full blooded filipino, we really appreciated this content, thank you for being pusong pinoy🥺✊

    • @jonabelporteria3754
      @jonabelporteria3754 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Admiral Y•S Actual Filipino did not exists our ancestor just migrated in this Island and time past by we are now so called Filipino

    • @honeybadger8413
      @honeybadger8413 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      mixed blood filipinos...no such pure Filipinos.

  • @banealsmanana3672
    @banealsmanana3672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +461

    I've never been to the Philippines, but I've heard this a lot. As a Korean, the most dangerous person in the Philippines is fellow Koreans😂.
    Filipinos are all kind and nice people. I envy your experience in Philippines.
    Such a nice and beautiful country.. Their beaches and nature are the most beautiful in the world. I will travel to the Philippines when this pandemic is over.. 🇵🇭You guys are so awesome. 🥰

    • @osamabinladen824
      @osamabinladen824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Most dangerous? Fellow Koreans? Why?

    • @maurovsipin632
      @maurovsipin632 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@osamabinladen824 Go to KoreaTown or KTown in LA. You will know "As a Korean, the most dangerous person in the Philippines is fellow Koreans"

    • @Sakichiii
      @Sakichiii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@osamabinladen824 bcs korean media always shows the news here abt koreans being killed but never show anything good

    • @louislanuza1419
      @louislanuza1419 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@maurovsipin632 because the foreign syndicates are also victimizing their fellow countrymen.like chinese preying on chinese pogo workers.they recruited them in china,choosing those who are mostly from the rural areas and high school or vocational graduates, promising them to work in some "island" (the phils.) and by the time they got here,their promised salaries were deducted by 1/4,their passports were taken from them etc.

    • @louislanuza1419
      @louislanuza1419 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Your Mom you are more prosperous than we are.but as a people,we are more resilient,contented and kind.thats why our politicians are also abusing us.imagine,our province alone is 150 years old now this march.compare that to singapore were they only become a country this 1960s.but we are still a laidback province.on the other hand,we are more luckier than in some latin american countries since many of them are narco state.particularly mexico,which is older than the u.s.but they cant even arrest the son of el chapo,the most famous drug lord there.and btw,i dont know if you knew it,el chapo is now imprisoned in florence,colorado.

  • @renanarlegui
    @renanarlegui 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Jessica, I am a 44 years old English teacher in Thailand. I started my teaching career with foreigners about 14 years ago. Seeing this video made me feel emotional as I remembered how I met my very first students from Korea. It was hard for me the first time, but you are correct, food is always a good topic for communication and conversation. I used to work in a Korean family. I love them so much as they have treated me as their own.
    Now, it is my 7th year in Thailand, I really appreciate my Korean students and I am very grateful to them. Without them, I might not end up teaching English in Thailand. Korean students made me feel as a "good" teacher. They asked me difficult questions that persuaded me to research and study more about grammar.
    I really love this episode, I was teary eyed when I saw your old photos, fortunately I kept a lot of photos at home and everytime I go home to the Philippines, I open the box and look at them. it reminds me of everything, the culture, the laughters, the food, the hardships. I will never forget my Korean students from the first day we met and the day they had to depart and go back to Korea. You could see how they changed their attitude, I saw how they slightly adopted to Philippines and outlook in life. For many times I heard from them, Korea is a bit stressful country, competitive and people are serious. They are amazed when they see filipinos smile all the time even in a very difficult situation.
    Thanks for reading

  • @xialenlouisse
    @xialenlouisse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    this actually made me tear up bc my childhood in the philippines was also the happiest i had ever been 🥺 i spent the first 10 years of my life there and i miss it so much!! even though new york has been my home since 2005, the philippines will always be my #1 ❤️

    • @patorikkusuntoes2415
      @patorikkusuntoes2415 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No place like home (PH)

    • @GT-Oldschool
      @GT-Oldschool 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thats why i go back once in a while. its so much fun there and the foooood!

    • @GT-Oldschool
      @GT-Oldschool 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Kotol Tokol no.

  • @jamballesteros6549
    @jamballesteros6549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +180

    The way she described Filipinos made me love her more. She's so pure and genuine.
    Rooting for you Jessica unnie. You have my full love and support♥️

  • @junacebedo888
    @junacebedo888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +310

    I'm pinoy from Manila. Her english is so clear that even at low audio volume, you can still understand what she is saying

    • @rommel3942
      @rommel3942 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      She pronounced "barrier" wrong

    • @dessafrias14
      @dessafrias14 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ang galing nga ng pronunciation nya eh. Very fluent. 😊👍

    • @axlroseup
      @axlroseup 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@rommel3942edi wow. With all the correct english words that she spoke, all you focus on is the wrong pronunciation for barrier? The comment didn't even say it was flawless, just emphasized how she spoke clearly.

    • @ebongais1
      @ebongais1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes very2 clear n soft tone n nice voice

    • @meganl4066
      @meganl4066 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@rommel3942 who cares? English all around the world sounds different and there are many different English accents.

  • @fukuro2989
    @fukuro2989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +542

    This vid!🧡🥺Having you as my student in E-room was one of the happiest and rewarding moments of my teaching career! This made me tear up! So many precious memories!❤️ I miss our afternoon pancit canton snacktime, Jessica! 😆

    • @jessicaleeseul
      @jessicaleeseul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      I MISS YOU SO MUCH! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @fukuro2989
      @fukuro2989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Miss you so much too! Hope we can meet again somewhere, someday! Keep shining! 🧡🧡🧡😘

    • @howardjoven22
      @howardjoven22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Are you her English teacher? Are you a Filipino? How come her English accent seems yo have not a Filipino accent? 😮😮😮 This is great!

    • @lulzsec3047
      @lulzsec3047 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jessicaleeseul I miss you too 🥺

    • @wenfart
      @wenfart 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@howardjoven22 she mentioned it in another video that she was ashamed of the accent because of how people addressed it. she did say it was wrong of her to feel that way but thats about why she was dedicated to change that.

  • @preciousvaldez8254
    @preciousvaldez8254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +139

    I got teary eyes of this video. Being an ESL Teacher to Koreans for 8 years is not an easy task to do. But because of this vid, i realized the value of our profession again. How i treated my students as my own child. I kiss them so bad. 😭🇰🇷🇵🇭

  • @simonzayz
    @simonzayz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    It's a very heartwarming story growing up in the Philippines as the happiest moment of your life. Thanks for sharing.

  • @franksterkb891
    @franksterkb891 3 ปีที่แล้ว +429

    If you’re not moved by this video, there’s something wrong with you.

    • @zanetruesdale7263
      @zanetruesdale7263 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dami mo alam di naman maganda gawain nila

    • @waengbeng404
      @waengbeng404 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@zanetruesdale7263 lmao can you stfu? Atleast they can promote our country well than most of filipino youtubers.

    • @elyens2360
      @elyens2360 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@waengbeng404 Isa kang halimbawa ng talangka. Galit sa kapwa Pinoy. Ni wala ka ngang alam na Filipino na pinopromote ang Philippines. Kasi mga sini-search mo, puro foreigners. Feeling Korean pa more. Gumising ka sa katotohanan, Pinoy ka.

    • @myralumamba5377
      @myralumamba5377 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@elyens2360 TAMA Tama ka tol

  • @dundeecroc2
    @dundeecroc2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    She has a good command of English. Her living in the Philippines and being exposed first in the province, has made her a kind, caring and compassionate person.

  • @renesalve4588
    @renesalve4588 3 ปีที่แล้ว +376

    By the end of the video, I realized she's no longer a foreigner to this country. But a part of her is already, a real Pinoy. She's genuine I supposed

    • @iluvkpoplol3059
      @iluvkpoplol3059 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'm a Korean, born and living in the philippines LOL

    • @proudajero1709
      @proudajero1709 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Definitely she's a Filipino by heart like Sandara.

    • @Dan-qg9nb
      @Dan-qg9nb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@iluvkpoplol3059 Ohhh cool!!

    • @bbokari9880
      @bbokari9880 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@iluvkpoplol3059 and i play with mud because yuh

    • @iluvkpoplol3059
      @iluvkpoplol3059 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bbokari9880 ?‽?????

  • @TourSidekicks
    @TourSidekicks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    She looks so genuine. I really admire her for sharing her wonderful childhood memories.

  • @dianaprince4955
    @dianaprince4955 3 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    It was touching and the background sound got hooked even more.

    • @jessicaleeseul
      @jessicaleeseul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Hehe, took me 2 hours to pick them! So happy that you liked it. 😆

    • @dianaprince4955
      @dianaprince4955 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@jessicaleeseul i don't like it, i love it!
      What i love about you more is how you take your time just to like and comment/reply to your viewers!
      Pugay to you!

  • @EmptyNesters24
    @EmptyNesters24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Oh my goodness, your parent must be so proud to have raised such a wonderful person. Understanding and embracing the role of your time in the Philippines as part of who and what you have become today is so powerful. As a filipino who grew up and have lived in the states most of my life, I have just recently reconnected again with my birth country and can say I am proud to be a filipino. I am hoping to retire eventually back in the Philippines as I want the simple life and the warm people that the country can provide which I long for these days.

  • @JordanMelbyVlogs
    @JordanMelbyVlogs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +250

    My Asawa was born and raised in Bacolod, and has never left.. My first time coming to the Philippines in 2015 I made Bacolod my home.. I help Filipinos there and can't wait to be back for my 11th time! Mabuhay Pilipinas! ❤🇵🇭

    • @softbytesunlimited
      @softbytesunlimited 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello Jordan..when will you comeback to Bacolod?

    • @JordanMelbyVlogs
      @JordanMelbyVlogs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@softbytesunlimited miss seeing your comments.. I hope soon, I am continuing my advocacy even back home here in the states.. I miss so much everyone back in the Pinas! If it dont open for tourist soon, I will go my 13a visa but I dont have enough in the bank for that right now.. I am shooting by June either way

    • @mrphan5717
      @mrphan5717 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you're such a good man sir.

    • @jakejoshuams5609
      @jakejoshuams5609 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow idol na kita galing mo mag tagalog❤️💯

    • @JordanMelbyVlogs
      @JordanMelbyVlogs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mrphan5717 salamat po

  • @littlegiant5979
    @littlegiant5979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I'm from Bacolod, this is really heartwarming. I looked for this video because I watched your TAGALOG ONLY video and I noticed you speaked ilonggo.

  • @jjararao7976
    @jjararao7976 3 ปีที่แล้ว +264

    I’m getting teary eyed watching this. its just so touching when a foreigner appreciates the Philippines deeply and not just by its beautiful white sand beaches. Thank you Jessica!
    ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @RandalReid
      @RandalReid 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What foreigner?

    • @yoshirio2021
      @yoshirio2021 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RandalReid foreigner si jessica dito sa pinas kasi di sya pinoy

    • @Johnific
      @Johnific 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oo nga naman, pero kumain ka na ba JJ? 😏😂

    • @yoshirio2021
      @yoshirio2021 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Johnific ew

    • @Johnific
      @Johnific 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@yoshirio2021 HAHAHA isnt this a trend from twitter? Or it used to be, anw its a joke so dont take it seriously

  • @arvinamielsantos5700
    @arvinamielsantos5700 3 ปีที่แล้ว +288

    finally., attendance check, who's still awake and wait for this video after seing her ig story?? and love Jessica as much as i do 😊🤗

    • @jessicaleeseul
      @jessicaleeseul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Thanks for staying awake for this!!!

    • @arvinamielsantos5700
      @arvinamielsantos5700 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@jessicaleeseul just like what i said to your previous video, of course i will wait for your video anytime of the day., specially this video was so heart warming,hope its more than 12min video bcoz i can watch you all day 😊😊

  • @shaundalejardenico1779
    @shaundalejardenico1779 3 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    Who's excited to see Jessica being famous in Phil when time will come. Her channel is growing... road to 500k.

  • @elycartagena1812
    @elycartagena1812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks Ms. Jessica for choosing our country as your second home. You are always welcome in our country and in our heart...

  • @sw811
    @sw811 3 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    same to sandara when her schooldays here in the phillipines. she was also bullied, but,who knows she will be the legend queens of kpop today.. from krung krung of the phillipines to 2ne1 of kpop.😗😍

    • @goinbulilit3846
      @goinbulilit3846 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      The Two leading men in kdrama web series TRUE BEAUTY. also spent some times here in the Philippines. WOODZ and many more...

    • @sashakim6033
      @sashakim6033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@goinbulilit3846 yes seojun studied in davao and idk about eunwoo

    • @uwisparkles4515
      @uwisparkles4515 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@sashakim6033 I think eun woo study in the tagaytay because he said in one interview that "tagaytay is my second home"

    • @sashakim6033
      @sashakim6033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@uwisparkles4515 ohh ok thank you

  • @montam26
    @montam26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    Meanwhile Filipinos overseas will grow up never going to experience the same communal love you experienced in The Philippines.
    Much respect and love.

    • @jamesdavis8731
      @jamesdavis8731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Communal love? You cannot be serious. LMAO. No such thing here in the Philippines.

    • @nhdarling2
      @nhdarling2 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh yeah, I love riding in tandem

    • @jackhyde3808
      @jackhyde3808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jamesdavis8731 weird, I been been showered with snacks and delicacies by my neighbors in the philippines that I haven't met

    • @jamesdavis8731
      @jamesdavis8731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jackhyde3808 only because you are probably a foreigner and they hope there is going to be some sort of "payback" later on. I have been here a long time - and know many many foreigners that have seen and agree with EXACTLY what I have said. Filipinos can be very very welcoming and hospitable - but with foreigners there is usually another reason behind that friendliness than just be friendly.
      In fact many many many Filipinos I know have said the same thing I have. And communal love? LOL. It is done to make sure that if they can't make it themselves, they will have others bail them out. I have seen it and lived it for over 20 years.

    • @jackhyde3808
      @jackhyde3808 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jamesdavis8731 im Filipino lol

  • @zly4022
    @zly4022 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    i did not just cry over a girl just expressing how she loves the philippines

  • @rendeypalubos
    @rendeypalubos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is just beautiful and touching. I was almost crying towards the end. I can feel how tou sincerely love the PHILIPPINES!

  • @eunicedeasis6166
    @eunicedeasis6166 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    I'm really happy as a Filipino when someone who is foreign appreciates the Philippines. You really had an amazing life living in here. It feels good hearing that you appreciated the great things and experienced one of the priceless moments of your life here in the Philippines with the Filipinos. This video of yours touched me. You're a pure person. I'll keep supporting you, Ate Jessica! ❤

  • @mickeynunez8576
    @mickeynunez8576 3 ปีที่แล้ว +400

    The 30 dislike is the people whom Jessica beat in the swimming contest.

    • @dale.gallaza
      @dale.gallaza 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      By the time of this reply, she has already beaten 48 in swimming contests.

    • @johnrayordas
      @johnrayordas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My goodness I didn't even know we had the same coach. I might have even met her back then. Small world

    • @Dublinstimuli
      @Dublinstimuli 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      61 this time

    • @myrrhliah2663
      @myrrhliah2663 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      66 for now

    • @MinecraftSerenity
      @MinecraftSerenity 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      its 82 now

  • @CaptainJCRage
    @CaptainJCRage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I'm a grown up man at almost 40 years of age and this video made me cry knowing the genuine love you have for our country and culture. Thank you for sharing this and always remember that when you are a part of the culture of the Philippines and its people, we will always welcome you not as a foreigner but as a Filipino family. Much love and keep safe always.

  • @malikayolahat1486
    @malikayolahat1486 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It's May 2022 and this is the time I am watching your Vlog. My first interactions with Koreans is where I work, in the hospital as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in New York. Before, an influx of Filipino nurses were being recruited then 4 years earlier, they started recruiting Korean nurses. Koreans have the best work ethics. They are very nice, soft spoken and smart. A big influx of Koreans also are in my province in Pampanga, specifically in Angeles City. You are right to learn english. More power to you!!!

  • @michaelmanalang2785
    @michaelmanalang2785 3 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    This made me miss more my childhood days. I think most of us consider childhood days as the happiest days of our lives as we experience growing, learning, playing and etc. It's the time where we are all have innocent minds and mostly first experience everything. Great video as always Jessica. :)

    • @jessicaleeseul
      @jessicaleeseul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      Hope we can all learn to live like children even as adults!

    • @ArgelDeLaPaz-
      @ArgelDeLaPaz- 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      me too😔 hope that we can back again in our childhood days.

  • @ralphralph5990
    @ralphralph5990 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Anyone who respects and love the country is considered a fellow countrymen to me, for “FILIPINO” is not just the race but the sense of belonging to the culture that shares the value of having a “FILIPINO heart 🇵🇭🇰🇷" Respect 🙏

  • @marijuanafountain4813
    @marijuanafountain4813 3 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    Big Respect to Jessica an adopted daughter of the Philippines, That's why she's gorgeous beautiful and Fighter.... Apir....

    • @iluvkpoplol3059
      @iluvkpoplol3059 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm a Korean, born and living in the philippines LOL I love the philippines. As a korean, im ashamed of the toxic racist Korean people and I want to apologize because Korea is NOT a perfect country. Filipinos are kind and nice people♥️PS i love philippines beaches so much I've been to more than 7 LOL

    • @coconot5393
      @coconot5393 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@iluvkpoplol3059 lol Philippines is not a perfect country too...there are some toxic traits that Pilipino have and to tell you..there were too many to mention

  • @lycashieneablo289
    @lycashieneablo289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    The woman in this video gave me a memorable childhood we were at the same age when she goes here in bacolod, I challenge myself to speak in English in front of her when I was 9, Me and my friends used to play with her. Her mother (Molly) and Brother (Kevin) painted t-shirts and gave it to most of us 💖 They will are always kind and pure thankyou for being part of my childhood 😊 Good to see you here in your TH-cam Channel Jessica 💕

  • @hunk0075
    @hunk0075 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    I am starting to like you because of your insightful thoughts, wisdom, wit and maturity. Your character is more than a Miss Universe candidate. You are woman of substance. Keep it up Ms. Jessica! :)

  • @greengreener6181
    @greengreener6181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I really love listening her English language! Pure clarity and standard

  • @ladymarps9284
    @ladymarps9284 3 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    I love her accent, very clear and understandable,.. That a good thing about the Filipino english accent ❤❤

    • @simplifylife9713
      @simplifylife9713 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      True!!!

    • @bayareatanders
      @bayareatanders 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      English is neutral thats why the call centers or bpo flourish.

  • @evaristods8747
    @evaristods8747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a 73 years old Filipino watching this. You're such a very sweet, very natural and very entertaining narrator. And your English is just perfect. So engaging that anyone will just keep on watching you til the end. Congrats!

  • @maestratv2689
    @maestratv2689 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    As a teacher, I love how Jessica looked up to her teachers🥰 Plus this is such a genuine and heart-touching content💖

  • @lusibeth
    @lusibeth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    i felt the nostalgia when you talked about your childhood. I remember mine like it was yesterday, truly there was no dull day when i was studying there in the philippines

  • @TobsGomez
    @TobsGomez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Wow! This video just hits different! It’s like I’m seated on a chair and my grandmother is narrating to me a story of someone! Very beautiful content and the meaning was so deep! The end almost made me cry! I now understand your life more and how it started. I can now see very clearly on how much you love the country and why are you being sentimental about it. I am very glad that you became a pretty and kind woman because of the people and your family that surrounds you! 🇵🇭❤️🇰🇷

  • @zaeda84
    @zaeda84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thanks for representing what and who Filipinos are. We're happy to have you as our pamilya.

  • @kimjohnmorillo2823
    @kimjohnmorillo2823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    the best part of our lives "WHEN WE WE'RE YOUNG"

  • @blinkbevs2184
    @blinkbevs2184 3 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    The realest vlogger when it comes to filipino content.

    • @bryx170
      @bryx170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No cap, she should stay here in PH for good soon once the restrictions are lifted just like Ryan Bang.

    • @yoru9865
      @yoru9865 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Fr tho some are just using us Filipino for "Pinoy Bait" but her- she's different she got a story about the Philippines, about how she lived there and loved it there

  • @ph3r109
    @ph3r109 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I am Filipino and i grew up here in USA, my childhood in the Philippines is the most unforgettable and I am truly blessed that i spent it there. It makes me happy when i think about those fun days.

    • @florence.066
      @florence.066 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same! I'm still young and I'm a Filipino, but I grew up in the Philippines, then we transferred to another country. I have to say that being in the Philippines is really fun, my ate's and aunt's always helps me and makes me laugh. I remember playing in the street and drinking RC from a plastic bag, I miss those days. I really hope that my family and I will be going back there soon when this pandemic ends..

    • @KingKong-bk8nd
      @KingKong-bk8nd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good luck on the second round Chris

  • @pippajoy
    @pippajoy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    As a Filipino now in the US, I am touched by your love for the country. Your love is beautiful 💕

  • @edgarjeromenavarro5602
    @edgarjeromenavarro5602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    they are now the proudest english teachers watching this 🥰

  • @netbiz888
    @netbiz888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    You'd make your Filipino teachers proud and they'll definitely give you an A+ for this masterpiece (naks naman). Cherish these memories and continue having good experiences as these are the ones that you can bring forth to strengthen you and help you persevere when you're having a hard time.
    Mabuhay! as we say, meaning live life to the fullest! Love life! Carpe diem! Ha-long ka lang da ah, In-day Jessica. Kad-law lang kung may problema. Yu-hum lang pir-mi. Guapa 4-ever. You grew up in the city of smiles after all. A Bacolodnon and Silaynon here.

  • @rensomusni8419
    @rensomusni8419 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    This entire video was so heartwarming for me as a Filipino. It's quite heartwarming to see a foreigner seeing my country as her second home, that even people who weren't born here could love this country so much. Lot's of love from the Philippines💕💖

  • @jerrenesy7669
    @jerrenesy7669 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I dont know but the last part of the video made me teary eyed knowing she love the Philippines more than we love our own country. She might be a korean but a true filipino runs in her blood, love you so much!❤️

  • @serkaloy1996
    @serkaloy1996 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    As an ESL teacher for more than 3 years now, there's nothing more satisfying than seeing your student learn and grow into a wonderful human being through the little things. What a touching story you have ^^

  • @ArinRose
    @ArinRose 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    As an ESL teacher, I can relate. Had foreign students like you Jess, I treated them like family too. This vid made me cry!! I miss them so much. Thank God we still have great communication through online. Love from Cebu! ❤️❤️

  • @karloleandrocarillo7744
    @karloleandrocarillo7744 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    When you were using your hands to eat you seemed so Filipino. It was lovely.

    • @noelaco2006
      @noelaco2006 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So touching... thank you...

  • @xhmx08
    @xhmx08 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just got teary eyes while watching this. Those pictures and videos of you enjoying your life here in Philippines. Thank you for loving and embracing our country and calling it as your second home and thank you also for appreciating Filipino people. You're such a sweetheart.

  • @antsvet22
    @antsvet22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I’m Filipino living in NYC & just wanted to tell u how your story & content fills me with pride and nostalgia, having lived there for the first 14 years of my life b4 moving to America. To me you seem to have a warm heart and it shows how much love you have for my homeland. The fact you “promote” Filipino culture every chance u get is so awesome & I wish u nothing but success and hope u go back someday!

  • @ronbutuyan5187
    @ronbutuyan5187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    I really don't understand why some other people would still "dislike" this video. Thesee hatersss broo. They really should get a life. Keep doing what you doing Jessica. I'll fight these haters for you haha.

    • @Fred1218den
      @Fred1218den 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      O.A

    • @stellar4455
      @stellar4455 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OO KASI MGA PILIPINO VIEWERS TALGA EZ TO GET. KALA MO NICE SILA SAATIN???, GINGAWA LANG NILA TAYONG KAPERAHAN DAHIL NGA MADALI TAYO MAAKIT SA MGA GANTONG KONTENT, ANG PILIPINAS NA ANG IISANG BANSA NA MADALI MAAKIT SA MGA IBANG LANGUAGE KUMBAGA KAPAG MARUNONG KA ISA SA MGA ITO FAMOUS AT MATALINO AT UPDATED KA SA SOCIETY WALANG PILIPINO KAYA MAG PAHULE KASI HANGGANG DUON LANG KAYA NATEN IMBIS NA MAG ARAL AT SILA MISMO MAG APPRECIATE SA MGA GINAGWA NATIN PURO NALNG LOVE, KOREA, NETFLIX TANGINA ANG TAGALOG KUNTI KUNTI NA TINATABUNANAT NAPAPALITAN NA NG BAGO MAG BAGO NA KAYO MGA PILIPINO KUNG HINDE PAPASABOG KO UNG STATUE NI RIZAL DAHIL NABOIGO TAYO NA ANG PILIPINO AY KUNTI NA NAGLALAHO, WAG NA KAYO MAG LUPANG HINIRANG AT PANATANG MAKABAYAN KASI KARAMIHAN SA INYO HINDI NA DAPAT MAG GANYAN KASI NGA TINUTULUNGAN NYO ANG MGA IYAN NA PARA MAS UMASENSO, PWEHHH BALANG ARAW KAPAG IYAN NASAKOP TAYO NG BUO ITRATRAIDOR NALNG NILA TAYO KASI NGA NAHULOG TAYO SA KANILA DAHIL GINAGWA TAYONG KAPERAHAN

    • @Isabella-ll5og
      @Isabella-ll5og 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stellar4455 go off. Stop hating on the person just bc filipinos choose to watch kdramas.

    • @loveeveryoneeveniftheyhate1867
      @loveeveryoneeveniftheyhate1867 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Every youtube video got dislikes 😂 no matter the content.

    • @stellar4455
      @stellar4455 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Isabella-ll5og bat bitin ung comment mo hindi yan malaks na katibayn para mapatumba ang aking argumento kung pinaglalaban mo lahat ipahayag mo

  • @Red-sp5sd
    @Red-sp5sd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This video made me cry. Filipinos are the warmest persons to be with.

  • @alwaysstayzy9108
    @alwaysstayzy9108 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This made me so emotional. I'm really glad that someone who's not a Filipino have a heart of Pinoy. *Cries*

  • @simonriley118
    @simonriley118 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Your story is same like Sandara. She's 10 when she came to the Philippines. Your first Filipino food is mango while Sandara's first food is Jollibee's spaghetti. She said the first time they got here in Ph, her mother buy spaghetti and zom! Sandara felt like she's in another world. 😊

  • @jenpascua7935
    @jenpascua7935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    I can feel your sincerity. You learned to love the Philippines and its people because you got to know them without prejudice. You must have good parents. This is the second video that you made that I have watched and I have just subscribed to your channel. I like your humility and sincerity. God bless you.

  • @mattymatty2709
    @mattymatty2709 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I am crying right now 🥺😭😭😭😭 The way she explained each picture and each stories of her video and the tone of her voice makes me cry 😭😭 who’s crying right now? 😭🤧

  • @jeanellemagsayo922
    @jeanellemagsayo922 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    ahhhh i cried a lot, this was my first time encountering such a genuine pinay-at-heart koreana! thank you for loving and treating Philippines as your second home, love you na agad ate jessica🇵🇭❤🇰🇷

  • @joemartinez9023
    @joemartinez9023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Your story of the Philippines is so very real! I’m from Texas and the Philippines simply amazes me, the people, the culture and the love for family and others is pure beauty!

  • @jhalciacuna3344
    @jhalciacuna3344 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    No wonder you're such a well-mannered, well-grounded and broadminded person. Much love and respect to you!

  • @jaydecanon1314
    @jaydecanon1314 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    She's just so talented. This is quality content. The choice of bg music, the story, how she tackled everything with words of wisdom is just so pure. wooooow just wow.

  • @UserNamekamote
    @UserNamekamote 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    you are my favorite vlogger. I genuinely mean this ❤

  • @fridahorme5698
    @fridahorme5698 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This is heartwarming. As someone from Bacolod City who left the country 37 years ago, this video touched a soft spot in my heart. Thanks.

  • @jocelynmarfil5267
    @jocelynmarfil5267 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    i was teary eyed watching this , how humble you are and proud of our country 🇵🇭,maraming salamat jessica❤️

  • @jannareinoctaviano6531
    @jannareinoctaviano6531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    "Korean with pusong pinoy"
    I will always always be grateful for loving Philippines this much 😳😳😳 I really love youuuuuuu 💗💗💗💗

  • @charleybrown2472
    @charleybrown2472 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW! THIS IS DA "BEST VLOG" STORY I'VE EVER WATCH, "DA BEST", it is heart warming human, so many positive words to describe it. Oh god my heart 🙏💕✊🧡👍

  • @lancec6723
    @lancec6723 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    "Forming an intimate bond as human beings".... That's the Filipino culture in a nutshell... Beautiful video...

  • @viaashleyasinas6461
    @viaashleyasinas6461 3 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    You literally love Philippines more than any other Filipinos.

    • @iluvkpoplol3059
      @iluvkpoplol3059 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm a Korean, born and living in the philippines LOL I love the philippines

  • @princessmaerafuela9625
    @princessmaerafuela9625 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This is why i like this girl so much. The way she loves and appreciates our country (Philippines) is such a genuine and heart warming. Thanks for this content Ms. Jessica ♥️

    • @betterdays2205
      @betterdays2205 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She is like Sandara Park, they both Koreans by blood but pinay at heart

    • @princessmaerafuela9625
      @princessmaerafuela9625 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@betterdays2205 yes true ☺️

  • @danes0818
    @danes0818 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    hu hu hu you made me cry. It's as if i watched a whole movie with your life, so beautiful it made me reflect on my life as well as I am a Filipino.
    I have always felt that magic and the wondrous mystery of this place I was born in. I've always felt lucky to be born here humble as it is. Riches don't mean happiness. It is in the spirit and in the heart.
    I always think of the scholars who said after comprehensive research and study said that they found out that Philippines is the exact place of Eden, the garden paradise where God put the first man and woman. Where humankind originated and multiplied from.
    All the evidences they've collected pointed to the Philippines (Palawan area)

  • @Jonrthur04
    @Jonrthur04 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    "... A safe place that brings me comfort and sense of belonging, a place of growth and learn to become a better version of myself, and perphaps where i could return to my truest self..."
    that part made me cry and proud as a filipino,,,, watching this vid as a fan of yours i'm really glad that you can be just yourself in our country!! Indeed most of the filipinos are really welcoming, i can't actually imagine myself living in other country. This country may have tons of problem but the happy moments you'll experience is definitely unforgettable!!

    • @videopamore1074
      @videopamore1074 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      True ❤️

    • @cynthiaurbanolubat9776
      @cynthiaurbanolubat9776 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      its true,,thank you for loving our country and this country had the biggest part of your happiest memories in your life that you wouldnt forget,,im sure you adopt already some of Pinoy traits,,thank you for you have cherished those moments when youre still here in Philippines,we adored you for that,,,

  • @theshahtwentyfour
    @theshahtwentyfour 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I moved from the Philippines to America when I was nine. I miss it everyday. I wish I went to college there. Sounds so fun!

  • @shahani6037
    @shahani6037 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I kinda cried watching this, thank you for sharing your story. What a wonderful story to share. Oh, the joy of human connection ♥️

  • @DivinePathPropertiesLLC
    @DivinePathPropertiesLLC ปีที่แล้ว

    Jess super pure and I love the story, I can relate so much! Thanks for loving our country

  • @riellelex519
    @riellelex519 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’m full Filipino but was born & raised in Australia & I wish I lived in Phils. I’ve only been there twice & it seriously brings me so much joys and happiness whenever I’m there

  • @AR-sd
    @AR-sd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I remember "milo" as a chocolate milk drink. You're lucky to have great memories of the philippines that you will be happy about for the rest of your life. Sometimes, it's not the same for other foreigners.

    • @Kapefrappe
      @Kapefrappe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Milo is not just a drink, most Filipino kids would scoop it up the granules and savor the crunchiness and chocolatey sweetness. You should try it now even as an adult.

  • @thinkabout602
    @thinkabout602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    From Florida - I really needed this to give me hope for the world's future. Jessica is at it again, making US feel reassured with good vibrations instead of the negativity of what has been going on in America. Thank you ✨💚✨ 🎆☮🎆

  • @procastination_is_my_passi4182
    @procastination_is_my_passi4182 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    People who say "pinoy baiting" are probably not filipino themselves because if they were filipino, they would know that if you love Philippines, our culture and our people, then we consider you one of our own. Pusong pinoy haha. In the same way we have grown fond of Dara for being so loving and accepting of our culture, I feel the same can be said about Jessica

  • @melisaavila2780
    @melisaavila2780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for loving the Philippines! As an English teacher who teaches Korean kids for 9 years now this makes me so happy. God bless you!

  • @ScribblerinPanic
    @ScribblerinPanic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    it's really, really humbling to see and hear foreign people embracing the good and bad of a country. while some filipinos are going abroad and wishing to make a life elsewhere, here you are foreign people, genuinely appreciating whatever the philippines is or has...
    so thank you. you are the perfect reasons why filipinos should never stop loving the philippines and be proud of it no matter where they are in the world. if foreign people never fail to see the beauty of the philippines, why can't the filipinos...?

  • @wilfayejacot2764
    @wilfayejacot2764 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I'm a first-timer in your TH-cam channel and you just made me miss my home country even more. Thank you for the very heartwarming content. I'm in tears as I was typing this comment. I'll continue to support your channel. Xoxo, from Thailand.

  • @Linda-yc9ke
    @Linda-yc9ke 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Jessica you are a Jem :’) What a beautiful story told in the most genuine and sincere way 🤍 a warm hug to the heart. As an ex English teacher in Korea, the part of you talking about how your teachers made you feel like you were family and not just to fulfill their role as educators, made me tear up. I miss Korea so much, and wasn’t certain about going back to teach this year. But your video motivated me. I never felt competent in my abilities to teach but to see that being a teacher I can offer so much more to my students than just helping them learn English but the interaction and love you can have and give them to be. Like yourself 💜 Stay happy and well Jessica! And PH will always be your second home by the inevitable smiles on your face when you talk about the PH 🥰

  • @setsuna2071
    @setsuna2071 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This is soooo heart warming! Seeing a glimpse of your deep and rich history with the country is just the perfect thing to brighten up the day. Also, the editing is soo good and perfectly match the mood! ❤

  • @clairenat3132
    @clairenat3132 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    aahh this is so touching. I was an English teacher too for Korean for 3 yrs here in Manila. Watching your video makes me miss my students more. I always cry when they were going back to Korea. Sadly I lost my booklet where I stored their emails and Korea address. 1 of my student said his dream is to be the president of Korea and when that happens he'll look for me. I'm so happy that you're looking back to your teachers and sharing this to the world. I wonder if my previous students have a youtube channel as well. More power to your channel and stay safe.

  • @purig2561
    @purig2561 3 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    your coach in swimming is my coach too! omg

  • @rockypagulayan865
    @rockypagulayan865 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    As a pinoy. I really appreciated this video. Thanks a lot miss Jessica, i admire you so much. ❤️❤️ I am enjoyed watching your vlogs💖