Money Matters in the Philippines/Expat's Going Broke in the Philippines
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- Money Matters in the Philippines/Expat's Going Broke in the Philippines@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234 The Final Chapter in the Life story of Expat John
John's First Video
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Video after John went broke
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First Update
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Second Update
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Third Update
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Forth Update
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John Returning to America
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Paul, you are a good man. The fact that you helped out a fellow expat during his time of need is commendable. I know that there were a lot of people in the expat and Filipino community who helped during those trying times. Thank you for all that you do as you and the other helpful folks give me hope for the future of humanity!
He was delusional in a mid-life crisis - if he was smart, he would never be in such a predicament...yall funny....like that dumb old man not sitting alone somewhere realizing how stupid he was
John is one lucky man with good friends
Correction - John is an irresponsible loser and a dope with great friends
God loves him because He sees that he is a good person. Deserves all the help he can get
That's amazing Paul. No wonder so many people were and are curious about John. To have had 2 strokes and still be able to work and not give up on life or his family is an incredible thing if not a miracle. Best wishes to John and his family 🙂👍
I had just watched the previous video , wondered how John was doing these days, then found this update. Paul … you and your community/network in Dumaguete and in the States are true humanitarians. The forces that be saw and stepped in, and you were the steward. Heartwarming.
I am so glad that there’s a positive outcome of the John Saga! You and the group should be very proud of being there for a man in need! Thanks Paul! 😊
Thanks for the update on John.... You all did John a great favor. Awesome !
I didn't know John was a stroke victim. That explains a lot. I think he generated a lot of hate mail because his story was framed as a poor expat being taken advantage by a poor Filipina who stole his money. There was a lot more to the story, including his 2 strokes. Glad he returned to the USA & turned his life around for the better. John seems to now have realistic, positive, attainable goals.
You can look and tell instantly he had strokes - it was very obvious, that a 19-year-old read him like a book
Things are always more complicated than they seem in life.
Paul, you are an exceptionally good human being. What you did for John was extraordinary and kind. I know you did not help him hoping to obtain a reward for yourself… But you have obtained a reward in karma, and when you die you will receive further blessings. Great job, Paul!
I literally have no idea how I ended up on this channel or following this completely captivating story, but I'm better for it. Thank you sir for inspiring me to lift up others in less fortunate circumstances and I hope that the outcome of their children will be that much better. Thanks for sharing!
really, really captivating
I remember my comment last year was for God's sake go home, get a room, work 60 hours a week, get your Social Security, then come back. So pleased John did exactly that--many of us were called "haters" for our stern but loving suggestions. Well done, John! What a story!
Yes well John tried on his own to get back home. He needed blessings from God which is why Paul interviewed him when he first arrived then a year later in time to save poor old John from staving to death. God had his hand on John as soon as he first stepped off that plane. We all have to go through hell to find God. Thank you for your kindness.
read my advice
John is a beast. This is what people need, one more chance ❤
It's awesome that the community helped him get back on his feet. It's amazing what people can do when they're willing to work hard and have the support of the community
You did a kind & compassionate act when u and your colleges helped John get pointed in right direction 👍 👏.
His children will be the highlight of his existence from here forward.
Thanks so much
The good thing is that John will learn from his mistakes. The next time he will be fully prepared to go to the Phillipines and do things the right way. Other than that, he will also have some good friends to receive advise and avoid those mistakes. Cheers to Paul and the rest of the community that helped John!
Too early to say… but certainly headed in the right direction. God bless all the folks that helped him out, including Paul.
If he goes back to the Philippines and doesnt stay in America and work then he has learned nothing. He is broke and his Social Security payments will be very low unless he was a high earner in his past.
@@ASouthernBoyCanSurvive I don't remember very well, but on one of Paul's first interviews to John, he said his Social Security payment was enough to live in the Philippines. That's why he was waiting those four years to get the money. His mistake was to try to live with only 30 thousand dollars until the payment kicked in (and no other income). This time with the Social Security payment and the savings maybe he will be alright. I say "maybe" because in life nothing is granted...
@@dorianponcela9680 CZcams doesnt like my response because it is too disrespectful. Ill say it like this and keep it nice. He has ruined 3 other people's lives with his Choices, not mistakes. HIs money situation is bad and maybe he can survive in the Philippines, but they shouldnt let old men in like him his prey on the young ones and ruin their lives. HE is a predator. No sympathy for Ol John. But maybe he can start a youtube channel and put his girl in a bikini or short shorts to use her body to gather clicks and make more money.
@@bitemenow609 he is a perv so he isnt good hearted
Came in ✈️with 30k US dollars
Came out 2 years later … 2 babies, a girl friend 25 girl friend’ inlaw….and zero dollars….
I rather served 10 Afghanistan tour duties….
Brother John…I hope your second philippines tour duty turn out ok🙏🙏🙏🙏
Thanks Paul! You guys saved his life. This has been a great story to watch with a happy ending.
So glad to hear that John is doing better. I wish him well, keep proving those haters & doubters wrong. And a big hurray 🎉 to the expat community for doing their part in saving him. We must all learn to help our fellow neighbors.
Everybody needs a support system. John is lucky to have met up with Paul, otherwise he would have met a miserable end in the Philippines.
Good to know that John took all the advice from fellow Americans and other foreigners to head back to the States and make changes to his life. As difficult as that was, with the support he received from so many he made it happen. Good for him. Time will pass by quickly and the past is just that and from your update this man has learned from his mistakes and working toward a successful future.
You're a true legend, Paul. And you should be commended for your part in creating the legend of Expat John, which was FULL of lessons for everyone in and out of the Philippines. Lessons about life, love and the community. John's experience, while tragic, was the ultimate story of redemption. And while you helped him, I don't think you should feel bad for what his story did to help you and your channel. You don't know how many other people you might have helped through this story, but all the other stories you tell. Expat John helped you reach and help more people. I can't help but feel that you're a little miffed about the popularity of John and his story on your channel, like a rock star who dislikes his biggest hit song or the TV star who dislikes being typecast in their most popular role. You're just both so relatable, albeit in different ways. I'm sure people will keep asking about him, but maybe in the future John can have his own channel enabling him to have his own income stream! I'm thankful for folks like you telling it like it is.
Thank you Paul for all you have done for John and his family. I am not sure John would have survived under the his living conditions at the time. Thank you
John would have died if he hadn't taken up Paul's invite to do an interview. John was only 125 pounds and lost 50 pounds in a year. He wouldn't have lasted another 6 months.
@@darrenbaillie98 I totally agree
If John can save $2500 a month, that would be impressive. In today’s economy in the US, even the $100K plus earners are living paycheck to paycheck.
Maybe the idiots. I make just over 100k in Seattle area and have enough left over to max out Roth IRA, contribute 20% to 401k, and save 15% in savings. I live a financially conservative, but active lifestyle. I really don't get these people saying they can't make it with 100k a year.
@@commenthero4635Family commitments?
In 2015 a $1500.00 a month apartment on Capitol Hill looked like a place a heroin junkee goes to die. Either you got a college fund or an inheritance, or gifted a car, live with relatives from 18 to 30 and save or something for a leg up in life to be able to do that on 100k in Seattle area.
@@inaschultz1431 my employer paid for my education. I chose them for that specific benefit. I live 45 min outside city and my mortgage is 1600. The apartments down the road are 1700 for 1 bedroom, I checked. I contribute heavy to 401k to keep taxes lower. I take home about 4k a month. I have basic expenses that adverage near 700. I spend about 800 on food. I save about 700 to 1k per month for unforseen circumstances. I drive s 2013 prius and own it. I have no debt other than my home. My biggest advantage is that I have no children. Most of my friends are in similar situations.
Great news about John. It just shows how with a bit of support and an encouragement from the community, what can be achieved. Full credit to John for what he’s managed to achieve. That’s the best payback for all the people who supported him financially and emotionally. Happy days.
I wish John and his family all the very best for the future.
The John Saga was probably one of the best content to ever come out of your channel. You can probably sell this as a show in TLC. You can find lost ex-pats and help them escape lol.
It's very nice that you and others helped him out. He had no business moving there in the first place and especially not having kids. I'm afraid more hardship will befall him if he returns to the Philippines.
POW John is the gift that never stops giving. But his story is very important and will save many for making potential wrong decisions! Therefore thanks Paul for your channel and bringing this to your viewers!
You, Reekay, and the other angels save this guys life. A cautionary tale for sure. I wish John all the best.
Paul, thanks to you for all your support to John. I am sure you saved his life. I know others helped as well but you were the one to get the story out and provided help when it was needed most. Well done!
Thanks for that
Thanks for this update. It's good he's back on his feet supporting himself as well as Diana and his Girls.
The good news is when he returns he'll have financial security in terms of his social security as a steady income together with whatever money he's managed to save as an emergency fund.
It's an endorsement to the generosity of those who helped and supported him that he's achieved what he has so far. It will be a further testament if he returns to the Philippines and makes a comfortable life for himself and his family.
I wish him all the best.😊
Hi it was very good that John is doing well All respect to everyone who helped John back to America God Bless him also to you Paul who started it all👍
Kudos to you Paul and to the community in Dumaguete for supporting John, and also to John for sticking with his family responsibilities
I've (mildly) critized him in the past, but I'm happy for him having learned from the experience, and seeing he's doing well to take back his dream where he left it.
Paul criticized him too and said they fought like brothers. Those who defended John's actions, which hurt other people, should reconsider.
Too bad, that after working his whole life and paying into Social Security, that he couldn't file for Disability after enduring 2 strokes. If anything, this series about John has opened my eyes as to some things not to do. You guys did good by him and he is surviving. Good on y'all for such upstanding charity and empathetic spirits. I think it helped him, his family, and your viewer base. Too bad there are those that condemned him or his gf. Even if mistakes were made, they simply told their story. Maybe it shed some negative light on those involved. You're a great story teller Paul.
You are right the poor man suffered 2 strokes worked his entire life. Its horrible to force him back into the workforce.
Having a stroke is like any other injury, it's the lasting incapacity that counts as "disability". As nasty as it sounds, many people do not have any significant long lasting incapacity after a stroke. Obviously subsequent strokes, if they occur, could be more significant.
@@ziggarillo Not in compensary term; SSDI only pays if you can't hold meaningful employment.
Simple. A doctor will certify you as disabled and unable to perform your customary work. No witch craft, no guessing games.
@@puppyupper4565 Exactly. They automatically just deny everyone the first time and they have to get a disability lawyer and file an appeal. The process really sucks.
This world has had shortages of food, shortages of goods, even shortages of toilet paper...but never shortages of hate, unfortunately. Glad John's going well. Good work Paul.
It's not 'hate' to point out that John as a 58 year old man purposely went looking to date teenage Filipinas after divorcing his Filipina wife who was also a teenager when he married her. He found Diane, aged 19 and impregnated her while knowingly having no income and very little savings to support his new family. At best he was deliberately reckless, at worst a man with an unhealthy obsession with young girls.
@@yorkiephil7744 Very well said …The only thing that was left of him, after all that, is the second chance the community of good expat that was around. We all wish him well.
@@yorkiephil7744 I actually agree with you...but Paul said he had a stroke and his cognitive abilities were abnormal. This gives reason to pause my judgment cause this man obviously had severe mental health issues csused by the stroke. A man in his right mind doing what John did would be crazy & plain stupid, and then I would not give him a pass.
The world would be better off (in general) with men of higher IQ making critical decisions. This man had all the information available to him, and is almost 30 years older than me. What's the excuse, other than many poor decisions? To many, valid criticism is "hate", in the hyper sensitive non-culture. In the age of information, many choose to remain blind.
@@makeyourlifeeasier5794 I suggest you watch the first video Paul did with John in early 2020 not long after John had arrived. He was fit and healthy and no sign of having had a stroke. His stroke(s) happened AFTER he met and impregnated Diane.
I remember that story. I don't think I would have anything to do with that "girlfriend" anymore. She roughed him up pretty good. Sure, he's got kids now to take care of, but she's bad news.
Glad you guys were there for him. He'd probably be dead if it were not for you.
Paul, that is why you are the good spark in the community, starting the positive movement. Helping John to help himself and his lady and their lovely twin babies. We are cheering for them, and kudos to you Paul and to the Good People. Cheers.
Glad to hear he's doing well. He's also boosting up his future social security payments and saving some cash. Best of luck to him
Thanks for the update Paul. I'm glad he allowed you to share a little of what was going on. He seems focused on big goals now. Great to hear.
Absolutely
I appreciate you Paul that's mighty decent of you. You use the internet properly and made a huge difference in others lives so it gives hope. Thanks Man.
John is now an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) glad the story is going in the right direction
I’m glad he was able to prove the hater’s wrong. Absolutely life changing. Not only for John, but also for his two little girls.
I don’t think the final verdict is in and I suspect he is still “a work in progress”. I wish him luck, but if I remember from the previous videos he is still going to have issues with the extended family separate from coming back on a better financial footing.
@@alanaldpal950 lol i was thinking the same thing.ill bet there are going to be new chapters in the john story.Tune in next week.same bat time same bat channel
He is proving that he still cannot make proper life choices without a cadre of people pointing him in the right direction. Yet he is still hell-bent on coming back and he will put himself into the same situation again. "Sick Kids" no that is the lie that is perpetuated by Filipina "scammers" all the time so that they can get money from foreigners. In this case, at least it is for his own children... though I would still personally take the kids to a doctor and have a paternity test done if I were him. My comment is not hate. It is just the cold hard truth. I hope I am wrong.
Life changing is right! He hasn’t proved himself right or wrong. He’s proved there are lots of good hearted people & he is trying hard, but Sounds like he’ll be struggling for some time to come, unfortunately.
@@TumbleweedRocks for some time to come? Oh well... forever. I bet
Thanks for the update and the way everyone helped him out! Everyone that has helped him is totally Awesome 😎!
I agree!!
Great update video. It’s really nice to hear that he’s doing well. Nobody is perfect and it’s nice to see that a community of people got together to help someone out of a tough spot and guide him back to being successful on his own. Well done all!
Good to hear that he's getting it together. I hope he can continue and that his plans come to fruition without him crumbling from what sounds like a lot of pressure. Well done John and thanks for the update Paul.. Since th last few videos on John, I have often wondered how he's faring. The fact that he's doing so much now must I've him a sense of dignity, which in turn will probably help him enormously to reach his goal.
I'm currently in Leyte - my second trip here. Next week I'll leave the country for a fortnight in Vietnam and will return for another no visa 30 days. I'm half thinking of taking a trip to Dumaguete where so many of you vloggers seem to be.
Do you think there's room for yet another Philippine Vlog - say an Irish Hopeful Romantic?
John didn't have the strength to say "no" to people and it nearly killed him. If you let these girls, their family, your local neighbors manipulate you then you won't survive in the third world. I worry that John will allow her to throw his nest egg again when he gets back to the Philippines. Great guy. I hope he will get help to stay strong.
You are spot on. ALL the comments are about how great John is doing. I expect the story will repeat itself. I never heard if Diana allowed a DNA test. She was spending her days chatting online with other guys. He was 60 and she was 18. She showed him nothing but contempt and hatred. Her family sucked every dime they could from John then cast him aside. Diana will wait for him, while screwing around, for his money. When she drains him dry again, she will cast him aside again.
Don't blame anyone but John for his sorry tale - he acted the big Western man with poor locals, flashing about what little cash he had so of course some took advantage. Don't forget he as a 58 year old man purposely went looking to date teenage Filipinas after divorcing his Filipina wife who was also a teenager when he married her. He found Diane, aged 19 and impregnated her while knowingly having no income and very little savings to support his new family. At best he was deliberately reckless, at worst a man with an unhealthy obsession with young girls.
@@yorkiephil7744 Biology is the draw to young women. Men are programmed to get a mate who with long fertility ahead of her. Research found that men are excellent at detecting the most healthy and fertile females. Subconsciously they can detect illness and poor fertility. Unfortunately western society sets men up for failure by pushing false messages that women are not calculating and manipulative, when that is their genetic programming. Two small children are now at risk because of what happened. Their best chance is to have their father with them. It is possible, but it takes a strong man to keep a woman in line.
@@shornsheep3118 Self-serving claptrap to justify what to many is the behaviour of a borderline paedophile
@@yorkiephil7744 Natural behavior for a man is to get with as many nubile females as he can. But society is so centered on women that men can hardly imagine what is natural. You have 60+ year old women who wonder why their "dating" life is not working out. No one should blame men for their biological inclinations.
I saw the first few video's about John. I have to admit, I was certain he was going to permanently crash and burn. End up on the street. It's good to see he had the will power to pick himself up, and focus on what's important. Those babies helped him realize what he has to do. I wish him all the best.
That's awesome? I'm so happy for John. Thanks for the update Paul. I always appreciate your style with full transparency. Your videos are not just entertaining, but also informative. So I thank once again. May God bless you and Baby Mae, and me you live a long and healthy life in that beautiful, friendly, and peaceful country, the Philippines! 🤗🙏❤
I’m so happy to find this follow up, thank you so much for helping John. I felt so sad seeing him so emaciated and helpless. Only eating rice wasn’t very nutritional. So happy to hear he’s doing better and Diana and the girls are in a better environment. It’s heartwarming the support he has had from fellow humans like yourself 🥰🙏🏻🌷
Im very happy for John. I wish him and his family the best.
No matter what the situation is, some people will always find something to criticize. They have a pessimistic attitude and see everything in a bad light. Sadly, we often pay more attention to the few negative comments than to the many positive ones. We need to learn to tune out most of the negativity and preserve our positivity.
Thank you, Paul and fellow ex-pats for helping John. Well done John for getting back on his feet.
Good to hear John's situation now and your so good at telling the story,very professionally presented.... keep smiling n keep up the video's
Good job Paul. I had my doubts about you and your crews adventure with John. One thing I've learned as I get older is, life is a lesson and it ain't over until I'm dead. I'm happy to say that I am so glad you sew John's situation differently than I did in the3 beginning.Your a good man Charlie Brown, thanks for being you.... From someone feeling a little small right now...
Thanks Paul for the Expat John update! I may of missed the issue of when it was that John was going to get to the point where he was going to collect SS and return to the Philippines. As you well know, make sure he gets his SS started and has a few checks under his belt before coming back. Your videos from the other expats that have had those SS issues and trying and getting them fixed from the Philippines is more frustration than it is worth. Thanks for the update on John and for all your great vlogs!
The Haters give nothing other than their negativity, the Good People like yourself take action and help someone get back on their feet again. That's a story worth telling. Thanks
I have been following you channel for 3 years or so and I just rewatched the first interview with John because I vaguely remembered it. Wow you both have changed in two years. Honestly Paul you look better two years later than the time of that first interview.
Great video, thanks Paul... Glad to see he's recovering financially and hopefully physically too. I just pray he gets back to his family and stays away from that family barangay. While he created his own problems, her family was no help either.
You and me both!
Her family was bad to John and she did the same to john as well rejected him and treated him like a out cast ,,she not a good women ,she love him John if have money ,tell you this money can not but love ,John a good guy ,this women just using him ,and for the twin babies they rejected them poor babies ,John just for get about Dina she a bad women discrace how she treated John
Its food that he is getting his life back in order. I know how hard it is to be away from your loved ones, being x military I spent many holidays eather in the barracks of more than one time in combat. I wish him the best of life. Thanks for the update.
Wow, Sir glad your channel came together and helped him out, I salute you all!
Humanity at it's finest. It's awesome to hear about guys helping one that was down and out.
Thanks for the update on John. I had watched from the beginning regarding his situation and with his gf and their babies. I'm glad that you spearhead the process and my thanks to all the others who assisted and took part in taking care of John his gf and their babies. As it is said in the Army (I'm retired ) this reflects great credit on you and all rhe others. It shows that there is still some decency left in the World displaying that people do care.
Thanks for the update on John. Hopefully he will continue to improve his financial situation, get setup to start drawing his social security, and get back to the Philippines.
John is a good man.With all the setbacks with your help he has a good chance of a good life . Thank you Paul.
This is such good news. This story has stayed with me. Americans are truly one of the most generous people. Honestly the comments/ concerns from that video just reinforced that people are really good .Despite the negativity presented by the media. Bravo to u Paul for everything u did to help this man.
Great job!!! I like what Hannibal Smith said from the t.v. show the A-Team, "I like it when a plan comes together." I am so happy that John, Dianne and his children are doing good. John has really proven many doubters wrong. I'm thankful for all the people who helped John on his journey and most especially you. I truly hope that John pays it forward in the future by helping an orphanage or something like that after he settles in the Philippines. Keep on keeping on Paul and John!
Great update on John, hard to believe the twins are 3 now seems like it was last summer. Thank you. 👍👍👍
I know!!
Thanks for the update Paul! It's great that John is doing good and headed in the right direction. I really thought that Paul was a great guy and tries so hard. He deserves to be happy.
I’m happy for John and proud of all what you guys did for him. When he gets his social security for sure he can go back to the PI and live in peace. You could do a follow up when his social security hits. Paul you are doing great things there - keep up the good work. I enjoy watching your videos all the way over in the USA
Good to hear! I hope they do well and he is able to return when he gets his Social Security started.
Cant believe I have been following your channel for 3+ years now, WOW! I recall the first John videos and I recall that his major mistake, besides NOT having a steady monthly income was that he spent about 15K on building a new house for his new wife and kids and it turned out it wasnt hers or his but now belonged to the Barangay per Filipino law. So after 1 year or so of spending closer to 1K a month and the 15K (so about 25K of the 30K) he was almost broke and needed to leave the Philippines asap to go back home and earn some more money and wait to start collecting his SS, which I think will start in 2024. While 6oo/month is a possibility for one man to live on it meant he needed to follow a very strict budget and NOT get married, not have kids yet and definitely do not build a 15K house for a Barangay. Unfortunately he violated all of the known problems when first living in the Philippines and got himself into some deep kimchee. Kimchee is very healthy fermented cabbage and good to consume but you never want to find yourself chest deep in the stuff, lol.
Thank you for the update Paul. God bless and the rest of the guys who helped him to get back on his feet.
Paul, you are a good man and a real blessing for John and his family. I would like to see more folks like you. May God bless.
Great to hear things are going good for John. He has a plan, he's sticking to it, and he's reaching his goal. How many chances do you get in life? Apparently as many as you need as long as you are willing to try. He has some health issues, but peace of mind goes a long way to improving those. 61 hours a day on your feet at work sounds like a lot but it's the fastest way to get where he wants to go. Having seen Diane in a previous video, I can understand his motivation. I'm looking forward to the video of his arrival back in the Philippines. My hat's off to Paul and everyone who worked up and funded this "project." A happy end is in sight.
Stop supporting the Ukraine Nazi and start looking into the U S war crimes in Afghanistan and Iraq wake up
Glad to hear John is getting on well with purpose. He really loves Diana and the kids and doing the right thing. My prayers for him and family.
I will rejoice more when he returns and do a video with you again --- this time smiling with his family.
His story has opened many eyes to realities of senior expats retiring in the Philippines. Future or potential expats planning to retire in the Philippines too.
Kudos to the expat community for helping. You folks are good Samaritans. God bless you all❤️❤️❤️.
Thank you very much. So glad to see John taking care of business.
You’re a life changer bro, you make people around you BETTER . Congrats On the channel
THE REASON I WAS CAPTIVATED BY John’s story is that it was sad to see what had happened to him….the struggle; the supports; finally a happy ending….HERE’S TO A BETTER HAPPIER FUTURE FOR JOHN!!! Although seeing his return to the Philippines to his family would make my bring me JOY!
Expat John will return to the Philippines one day, triumphant.....like General Douglas MacArthur, _"I have returned!"_
Hi Paul i was only thinking what happened to John yesterday and so glad this update was done. Very happy to hear John is doing well. He will be back on his feet in no time thanks to all the people that made this happen well done.
For sure you will need to do a video of his triumph return . tremendous story, been following John's journey
Thanks for that good update, Paul. I hope everything continues to go good for John. He has a good future ahead, thanks to his strong will and the previous help he received from you and the other people. John should be cognizant of staying healthy, and maybe he is, so he can continue to meet his goals. Hopefully he is eating healthy food and getting some exercise along with riding his bike to work and getting good rest and relaxation. He had been through a lot, in the past, that had ran his body down.
We all make mistakes and need to learn from them. I am very glad that you all joined together to help him and his family to stand on their own again. It’s good to see that at least some Americans can put aside their differences and be loving and caring human beings like we all used to do when I was younger. My hats off to all who helped this man get a second chance at life.
The man just needed a "HAND UP " not a hand out. Thanks to all that helped turn the situation around. And WELL DONE John , you got an opportunity and grabbed it with both hands
@@mcluvin65, well I grew up in the Midwest during the 60s and 70s and people just cared about each other more than now. I am a bisexual man so I have felt different all my life and experienced my own discrimination growing up and as an adult. I finally married an incredible Filipino man 5 years ago after meeting online way back in 2004. It could have gone terribly wrong like it did for John, but I was fortunate enough to bring him here and he has worked hard ever since he got here. We will retire to our house in the Philippines in 6 years. He still wants us to come back to Las Vegas so he can work 6 months out of the year. Again, I was very fortunate, but some are not. I think we all need to be more understanding and less judgmental.
Why should he get a disability pension .he recovered there is no disability
There is a big difference between learning from your mistakes vs profiting from your mistakes.
@@fendermatt874
John is not stupid as some enablers seem to think.
This is really good news that John is back working hard. I just hope he does not rush back to the Philippines until he has sufficient funds to quit his job. Thanks to Paul and the big hearts expat community.
John, I think you can read this, I am very happy you are doing better. Keep moving in the direction Expat Paul is reporting.
Tks. much.
That's a pretty good update. He's taken on a lot for a guy who has had two strokes. I do worry about him having another given the amount of work he does ...and, as you pointed out, doing it on his feet. He's really been turning it around. Fingers crossed for him and his gf and the little ones.
I am so happy that John is doing better. I pray that Diana does not hurt him when he gets back. I truly believe that if John had not met you, he would be dead today. I remember he said he was only eating one meal a day eating fish and some rice when he could get it. I remember how emaciated he was when he came on the channel the second time. I hope he and Diana can have a good life and that he can raise his girls and be in their lives. He needs to keep Diana away from her family and not go back to that slum that they were living in. Too bad he spent his money building a house for her family on land they do not own. I really wish him the best. I want him to be happy.
Thanks for the update and for assisting him in a time of need.
Thanks for the update Paul!
Thank you Sir Paul for the update. Hope to see John on your vlog in the future....
I hope so too!
Glad to hear John and his family are doing good. Sorry to hear the negative directed towards anyone. It’s life we all have had struggles.
I'm glad people like you were able to help him. The first time I saw one of your videos was the second interview. I just thought... what an idiot. But I continued to watch and really appreciated him and his drive to make things work. So bless you for sticking with him. You are a good man!
There is so much interest in Expat John! I am so happy to see how he is supporting his family working from America. He’s a good guy and I truly have affection for him. Looking forward to seeing him back in the Philippines at the appropriate time! Thank for the update. Did he ever get that lump in his neck looked at? I was worried about that for him.
Hey Paul nice overview, I'm sure at some point John will be back with a better grasp of the situation along with a steady income. He'll be able to give the girls a chance in life and be happy. good follow up, take care.
I’m glad that John is doing ok. I bet he’s missing his family very much ❤
Did you ever consider making a GoFundMe for him? I'm sure he would've banked. Your subscribers seem very caring and empathetic.
Thanks for the update. Kudos to him for fighting through it, and for the support others provided to help along the way. Shout out to the community that came together!
Much appreciated
I must admit that it turned out much better than I had anticipated, to be honest. I wish him/them all the best and I hope, his health will let him enjoy peaceful and happy years with his family. As usual, you presented the whole story in a concise, easy to understand way for those who didn't know it yet.
Me too. Glad he pulled through. Many guys make mistakes and babies and just walk away.
Yeah there's 10s of 1000s in same predicament living in doorways or under Overpasses in the US that you drive pass & ignore...
It makes me happy to hear these great news!
About you, I watched all three videos in a stream, and you look younger in this one than the one 8 months ago, and in that one much younger than the first one. Philippines is doing it magic on you!
What an encouraging news! Happy for John and his family. God bless them.
I will say I am pleased that the outcome has been better than I thought it would be. As someone, who lived three years in the Philippines, it can be very easy to burn though money, quicker than you expect. After three years, I came back to also add to my pension in case or emergencies. Great job for taking care of someone in need.