Wilma's story - Dream Home for her parents.
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- Опубликовано: 17 ноя 2024
- Wilma built a #Dream #Home for her parents, now it's time for me to build hers. There are many stories like this here in the #Philippines. Many hardships and difficulties in a developing country. It's important to be thankful for what you have and enjoy life to its fullest.
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Wilma, you're beautiful inside and out; your kindness and sacrifice is a blessings to your family and I'm sure they love you so dearly because of your benevolence. God bless you both, you're a lovely couple.
Thank you for those kind words, appreciate it. Now you know why I married her.
Thank you Wilma for sharing your stories. You have a HUGE heart ❤️
She says thank you. I wanted everyone to hear her great story. Thanks for watching our videos.
Wow tears here, what a beautiful story Wilma, thank you for sharing. I married a lady from Leyte in 1980 , your stories reminded me of her. My wifes mom left and her dad died and my wife and 2 siblings became street kids at a young age and slept under a tree in a church yard. That was Palompon, sadly my wife died 20 years ago but we had 5 beautiful daughters. They have all grown up and left home and I now live with a stray cat but Im grateful for her being a big part of my life. Thank you again, you are an amazing lady, God Bless
Hi Paul, sorry to hear about your wife passing. Condolences. I know that church and church yard very well. Church of Francis Xavier, which is actually my confirmation name. So many stories like Wilma's here in the Philippines. People from richer nations don't realize how easy they have it as compared to developing nations. Thank you for sharing your story and keep watching.
So sorry for your dad!as a Filipina I shared similar story.
Wilma I know how you feel the struggle to achieve your dream helping your parents to be able to live a better life.
You are amazing and blessed to have a good husband to support you emotionally. I love watching your video thank your for sharing
Thank you for that comment, appreciate it.
God bless you Wilma! You are a beautiful person!
She says thank you, she's a great person for sure.
My Wife took care of her Mom until she died. People who do thing's like Wilma and my Wife are Gods Angel's on Earth. Thanks for sharing your story. God Bless you both.
Hi George, it takes a special person to care for a parent until they pass. I'm glad Wilma shared her story as it's a great one. As always, God is watching. Thanks for watching.
Powerful story. I am glad she was able to share it. I am sure it was not easy. People from the Philippines are so sweet and family oriented.
Hard to hear, glad she shared it. Wilma is a special person.
Wow what a amazing story . Such a strong provider Wilma is . I knew some of the story but not all . I miss your poncett Wilma ! Much Love from Florida 🙏
Thanks Chris, I knew people would love her story. You are correct, she makes very good pancit as you can tell from my waistline. Trying to lose weight, but hard with all the great bakery's I pass heading to the job site each day. Thanks for watching. Enjoy the new house in Florida !!!
Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Chris for watching our videos.
Wilma I was so deeply touched to hear the story about your dad. As I listened to you tell your story I could tell that it was tearing you inside. First, my condolences to you and your family on losing such a great dad, and secondly, your dad must have been so proud of you to know that he helped raise such a great daughter that never forgot the family. You did give him his party, but you didn't know it at the time. Stay strong and prosper with Greg and your family.
Thank you for that very nice comment. When I read it to Wilma she was a little emotional. Appreciate it very much.
God bless you and Wilma and her family. 🙂👍👍👍🙏
Thank you for the well wishes. We need them through this journey. A bit stressful at times and it's nice to see subscribers wishing us well. Thanks for watching.
That was a beautiful story Wilma… you have a very big and kind heart… you’re a wonderful person, daughter, sister, mother and wife.. Greg is extremely lucky to have you as his wife. I wish we were neighbors here in the US. I loved watching your videos because of its authenticity and very realistic. Thank you for sharing your childhood stories with us.
Wilma says thank you. It was hard for her to share that. You are correct, I'm very lucky. Appreciate the comment.
No doubt Wilma your dad is looking down on you smiling saying how proud he is of you, how you overcame many adversities and now you are a Role Model to many Filipina young women giving them hope that you really can make it. The Philippines need Role Models like you. Also, if I may say you have such a beautiful smile, please use it more.. You are in my prayers!!! 👍👍🙏🙏
Wilma and I very much appreciate all your kind words. I read your comment to her. She really is special. Her story is a great one and repeated all over the Philippines. So many travel abroad searching for a better life for their family. Now onward to getting this house built and enjoying the space. Thanks for the prayers.
Thank you for sharing this story with us. My heart goes out to Wilma. Both of you are fortunate to have each other. Life so short and unpredictable. Thank you once again. God’s blessings.
Thanks Gary, her story is a great one. She worked so hard throughout the years to fulfill the promise she made to build a home for her parents. I'm a lucky guy. Thanks for watching.
Great personal story of love, dedication and sacrifice. Thanks for sharing your private endeavors. It gives your channel character and in time you create a digital memory which can be appreciated by many.
Thanks for the kind comment. It's a great story and that's why I fell in love with her. She cares for people. I wanted everyone to know what type of person she is. I think I succeeded. Thanks for watching.
Smile, Wilma
Wow, the story of many here
Hi Ken, she was reluctant to tell this story, as she did a similar video on Jen's channel. I talked her into it as people need to know how special she is. I know many Filipina's/Filipino's have similar stories, but this one is special. She made it clear to me no more personal stories. You are right, she should smile as she has done so much for her parents over the years.
Wilma I saw how emotional you were telling your story so much so that I too was moved and I teared up also just listening to every word describing the details of your Papa's passing. It was so sad hearing how much you gave of yourself and the sacrifices you made so they could have a better life it's a very moving time. It's the hallmark of the Filipino life of Family first, with the sacrifice and commitment made for the betterment of the persons responsible for bringing you and your siblings into this world. Your Christian values of loving, caring, and respecting your parents by all you did so unselfishly made their lives better and it's what makes Filipinos so special. I do understand what you did, and how it impacted you because I too am married to a Filipina for many decades and during that time my wife went through a similar loss. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes to you and Greg, enjoy your retirement.
Wilma says thank you for the kind words. I appreciate them as well. Wilma is a special person, so that's why I wanted to build this dream home for her. Thanks for commenting and watching our videos.
You're amazing Wilma! Thanks for sharing your story!
Thanks MK.
Wilma, thanks for telling your story about your dad. May he RIP.
It was a terrible time for the both of us. I wanted Wilma to share her story. It let's everyone know what type of person she is. Thanks for the condolences and the comment.
Heartwarming tribute to your dad Wilma, writing the book would be an excellent way to memorialize his legacy. Our dad left us at a young 59.
Wilma's dad was an amazing guy. Very humble and worked so hard to raise 7 children. I'm glad Wilma did that video, she as reluctant to do so. She should write a book as her life growing up (like many Filipinos/filipinas) was very tough. It would be a great story for people to enjoy. Thank you for your comment. Keep watching.
Life is so short and full of sorrows. Thankful for Wilma's dad to be able to provide for his family and how Wilma was able to do the same. I remember growing up and a large nipa hut was being move by the community; even to this day am so thankful that everyone can help out one another when they can.
The apple does not fall far from the tree. She has a great family. So many from the Philippines have stories just like hers. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for sharing, Wilma. I see his love and devotion to his family lives strong in you. You have his laugh to remind you of him. I am truly touched by your story and Greg is right - putting your life experience to written word is a good idea. Greg is a lucky man! Peace to you both...
Thanks Greg for the kind words. I'm a very lucky guy and realize it. We are building a quiet retirement life here in Dauin. Thanks for watching.
Your Dad must have been so proud of you.
Hello, I know for a fact he was. He always got very excited when we would travel to Leyte for our visits. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for sharing your story , although heartbreaking 💔 , your folks sound like great hardworking people when your younger ,
They are blessed to have a daughter like yourself
Sorry for your loss of father
God Bless you Guys 😇
Wilma says thank you for the condolences, 4 years later she still gets emotional. I wanted everyone to know how great she is. She puts up with me, so you know she's a saint.
I am speechless. The story should be published. My heart goes out to Wilma. She is a strong woman.
Now you know why I married her. She is an amazing person. I wanted her to share this story. In the western world very few children would sacrifice so much to build a home and fully support their parents. It does happen a lot in the Philippines, but most of my viewers are from a 1st world country. She deserves and will get a dream home for herself in a few months from now.
Wilma, Thank You for being so brave telling the story of your Dad,and your life, of one of the best true stories I have ever heard. Your Dad struggled for so many years until you were able to do all you did for your parents, and gave your Dad 20 years to enjoy his life retired with his family. I actually had tears run down my face when you told us about your Dads sickness and passing. You may not think so, but you are an example that grown adults should be like to their Parents all over the world. You never know when God will call for us. You are an inspiration to us all Wilma, and an Angel among us.. Thank you for your help making people understand what your hard work and dedication can do to change lives Take Care, and I wish you much success, On your dream home.
Thank you, Steve, I read your kind words to Wilma and her face told it all. She said thank you for the nice comment. She was reluctant to share her story. I'm glad she did as it shows everyone the type of lady she is. Thanks for watching our videos.
Hopefully, after you are settled in your new home, and I meet my Filipina in Dumaguete, and move to Guihulngan City with her next spring to early summer, we may find the time to meet somewhere. I am so glad to see that Wilma took the courage to tell what happened, and I am getting my Elvira to watch your channel as well.. Wilma and Greg, looking forward to watching many videos of you work and adventures
Hi Steve, Thanks for watching. Yes, when you get to Dumaguete e-mail me. The house should be completed, and we will be able to show you our Dream Home. Again, thanks for watching and share our videos to your Facebook friends list. Thats a great way to get our channel out there.
Hi Wilma and Greg. Your Fil and Pol friends from Las Vegas. Sorry I have only reached out once before as we usually watch on tv. (99% of your videos from the beginning and still cruising with you) Tonight I logged on to our iPad to write a very heart felt thank you to you two for encouraging Wilma and for Wilma actually sharing a very personal, important and heart warming story as my spouses is very similar. Our genuine respect and hearts go out to both of you. Thank you for sharing. Keep on keeping on. Your stories and your journeys are helping many. God bless.
Thank you Todd for the very nice comment. Yes, Wilmas story is an amazing one. So many years of sacrifice to give her parents a great life. Now it's her time to relax and enjoy. Many Filipinas have similar stories out there. Keep in touch and thanks for watching our videos.
Quite a story, thank you for sharing.❤😢
Hi Dan, it was hard for Wilma to share her story. I'm glad she did as she's an awesome person.
Such an amazing story of Wilma. Watching the vid shows she is an admirable woman and her story truly inspires others. She is very lucky to have a husband who is very supportive to his wife. I have watched your videos of your new home so beautiful.
Thanks Gina for the nice comment and watching our videos. Wilma is an amazing person, who has supported her family for many years. Still does.
Thank you Wilma, the way you told the story, there can be no doubt it's all 100% true. The west has no idea how good they have had it over the last 100 years. Thanks for sharing. and best of luck in your new dream home, now it's time for you.
Thanks Rob, you are correct. It's time for Wilma to enjoy life. There's poor and then there's developing country poor. Two very different things, that most westerners do not know about. Thanks for watching our videos.
Thank you ❤
Great video
Wilma is a special person for sure. Thanks for watching our videos.
@@buildingthephilippines we’re going back and watching all the videos we missed
One day, my wife and I hope will be able to meet you. Your channel is really helped us.
We will be doing the selfie soon
Thanks for going back in our Playlist. It starts as we look at the raw land for the first time, so it's really our entire journey. Good luck to you guys and can't wait for the photo.
Majority of Filipinos had experienced what Wilma had been through. I can relate somehow to some degree. The love for family is overflowing that we want to give all what we can share to make them happy. Both of my parents died without me around. This story is one of the sacrifices we have to do when we go abroad and work. God bless all of you!!!
Hello, so true. There are so many stories like this in the Philippines. I wanted to have her share her story, so folks in the Western world understand the great sacrifice Filipina's make to provide for their family. Thanks for watching.
I have heard the stories from others, but I grew up poor in very rural NY, and some things are on par, but the standard of living is different here. Wilma told a touching true story about her life, that flooded me with memories and flowing tears.
@@steveperyer4850 hardships are experiences that can help anyone in the future, because it basically increases our threshold to sustain adversities in life. These experiences will make us develop our sense of empathy for others because we can feel and understand their pain. I wish all people will experience some sort of hardship to be more effective human beings. God bless and thank you for sharing your views. Good luck!
Yes, I'm so proud of her to tell her story. When her dad passed just 2 weeks before we were to arrive for his 70th birthday celebration, it was the worst day of our lives. So hard to get through that time, and the long trip there was so difficult with a grieving wife.
Hi Filipino Nurse, very well said. I can see that you have experienced loss personally and/or as a nurse. Getting through those difficult times makes you stronger and a better person. Your comment says it all. Thank you.
Wilma, this is my second time watching this video. Such a great story of love for your parents. I believe this is a video that should be shown to every child in school to realize how lucky we are to have a roof over our heads and food in our belly. Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful story.
Thanks, Gloria, for commenting on this video. Its shows the challenges my wife faced and how she overcame them all. How many children has done so much for their parents throughout the years. Answer, a very small percentage.
Wow.....thank u Wilma for telling ur story ....wow....
Wilma is an amazing woman. She deserves this dream home very much. Thanks for watching our videos.
Thank you Wilma, a great story. I appreciate this. In the western world we don’t realise what it is like for a lot of lovely people in the Philippines. All the best with your new home. Kiwi
Hi Denys, thanks for liking Wilma's story. You are correct the western world issues are much much different then developing world issues. Until you get to see if for yourself, you really cant grasp/understand it. Keep watching our videos.
WOW! Thank You, Wilma. Sharing this has to hurt deary. God Bless and be well, live long with love, heart, knowing you did Amazing help for your family. Enjoy the life you and Greg have created together. 🙏
Thanks for the comment Steve, Wilma struggles talking about that time of her life. I wanted her to share that story because I wanted everyone to know how awesome she is.
Such a beautiful story and thank you for sharing Wilma. You are a wonderful daughter to help your parents over the years.
Hi Gloria, it really is a great story and I'm glad she told it. Her parents was/is very proud of her. I remember when we would visit back on the 2000's, her dad would bring her around the barangay and say, "hey everyone my daughter came home for a visit" in Bisaya. They had a strong bond for sure. I'm glad you liked it and keep watching.
New subscriber here from Cebu. Wilma is just an amazing person, a typical filipina who works hard abroad to support her family back home. She reminds me a lot of my mom, they both had similar journey. She had an Australian boyfriend, moved and got married in Australia and she lives there for 30+ years. I'm just glad that you are in the process of building your dream home. I will be following your journey and to me it's like a mansion that you are building 😂. . Thanks for the daily updates and you guys be good. God bless Wilma and Greg.. Btw my dad is from Baybay City, Leyte. I want to visit there again someday. 😊
Hello, so many Filipinas' work abroad to support their families. Thanks for joining our journey. We look forward to this build and enjoying the home. I have been to Bay Bay several times. It's a nice place. They built a nice mall down by the oceanfront. It was about 1 1/2 drive from where Wilma grew up. Keep watching.
Hello .. I’m a new subscriber., my husband is Caucasian and also planning to retire in Negros Oriental. Our land is also in Dauin.. in Barangay Anahawan .. We are currently in Canada 🇨🇦
My mom’s name is also Wilma 😊and I’m also sending support to her every month ., my mom sent me to university as a single mom that’s a big sacrifice too so I’m giving back to her and love her so much. Your wife Wilma has a heart of Gold. There’s lots of Filipino around the world who are doing the same . It’s the love to our family.❤️ More power to your channel.And thank you for sharing that beautiful story.
Hi Anna, thank you for subscribing. Congrats on the retirement in Dauin. Its so nice here. So many Filipina's like yourself and Wilma support their parents. Its amazing to see such caring for ones parents. Thanks for the support and keep watching.
Thanks for sharing Wilma!! You are an amazing person inside and out. 💜💛
Thanks Bianca, it's a great story. Time for Wilma to kick back and relax. Thanks for watching.
❤️ love this! Thanks for sharing... miss and love you!
Hi Ally, Love you too. Miss you. Thanks for watching.
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My wife is also from Leyte. She may have been close to your wife. She is from BRGY Hilapnitan, BayBay. Her name then was Amelita Guimbal. My wife may know her father.
Wilma is from Palompon, Leyte. Bay Bay is about 1 1/2 hour drive South from Palompon. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for sharing your story ❤️❤️😘😘😢
Hi Donna, Wilma was reluctant to tell her story. I'm glad she did. It's shows everyone the type of person she is. I'm very proud of her. Thanks for the comment and watching our videos.
I am so sorry about your Dad. He is not gone he is just away in Heaven waiting for you. He could not wait but yet he is waiting in Heaven. I know you felt and feel guilt for not being there. But death does not make arrangements. You will be reunited and he will be just as you remember him and what joy there will be with Jesus in Heaven and you and your Dad. God Bless and may God comfort you until such time. ✝❤❤
Hi Laura M, thank you for those kind words. Wilma to this day gets emotional when she talks about that time. She sacrificed to allow her dad to retire early, financially took care of him/mom for almost 25 years, without missing, and built that home so they would not be squatters. What a story. Again, thanks for those kind words. We appreciate them.
Thank you for sharing….
Great story Iggi, thanks for watching and be sure to subscribe, if not already.
So sad to listen and hear ur story u are truly a jem couldnt help shed a tear or two so is there more to this story u never mentioned anything about the brothers and sister may be another vid,?
Wilma gets quite emotional when telling her childhood story. Maybe someday down the road. She has overcome so much and I'm so glad she finally has her Dream Home. Time for her to enjoy the easy life - - - with me.
Heard about your channel from mark, every men has a story.
Hi Antonette, please consider subscribing and join our journey. Mark is a great guy and I consider him a friend.
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Thanks for watching Steve. I'm so glad Wilma told her story.
@@buildingthephilippines she definitely has a big heart for those close to her.
Wilma I am sad about your story
Thank you.
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Hi Rhelyn, it's a sad story. However, she can feel proud she supported her parents all these years. I'm proud of her. Thanks for watching.
Wilma, please teach Greg how to pronounce Leyte properly! He! He! Peace Greg...
LOL, I guess it's my NY accent. I asked her, she just smiled. Thanks for watching.