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  • @LeonardSim_93
    @LeonardSim_93 9 дней назад +1912

    We also had a domestic helper who was with us for 30 years since 1989. She returned to the city of Baguio in Philippines due to Covid and her family needing her back. 5 years later (today), we are planning a surprise trip to the mountain provinces next month (Dec 2024) to see her. She has spent half her life taking care of us, and it just feels right that we visit where she puts up today.

    • @Missselma32
      @Missselma32 9 дней назад +34

      Oh wow, how nice is that. I actually came from mountain province

    • @myrnasantico679
      @myrnasantico679 9 дней назад +15

      mountain province is on the same side as Tarlac that is to the North of the Philippines.

    • @JeffryManhulad
      @JeffryManhulad 9 дней назад +14

      Great plan! Baguio is the coldest place in Philippines. I guess you won't need AC.

    • @igorotananny5196
      @igorotananny5196 9 дней назад +15

      Oh! Wow am proud Nanny here in Sg . From Baguio City❤

    • @cheniepenny
      @cheniepenny 9 дней назад +11

      Baguio can get a little crowded during the holidays. Take care!

  • @yeonitoki
    @yeonitoki 9 дней назад +1151

    I’m Korean but I grew up in Hong Kong when I was young. I had an auntie named Jovie, we were able to pay her salary but after the 2008 economic crash my parents couldn’t afford to keep her due to our financial status. I loved her to death and she loved me, I basically considered her my mother. She brought me to the Philippines with her for no added cost whilst my parents were abroad working - basically had no contact with my parents for 2 years until they decided to come and take me away. I was so extremely sad as they didn’t tell me it would be my last time seeing her again since they knew I’d flip out leaving the Philippines. I love you auntie Jovie ❤

    • @terreting2
      @terreting2 9 дней назад +50

      I hope you two still keep good contact❤

    • @Kleberei
      @Kleberei 8 дней назад +3

      Wow, shitty parents.

    • @mariansue709
      @mariansue709 8 дней назад +23

      I hope you will find her someday 🦋

    • @Icecandy1882
      @Icecandy1882 8 дней назад +16

      I hope you'll find her and get to reunite

    • @thomaschristopherwhite9043
      @thomaschristopherwhite9043 8 дней назад +14

      Keep in touch. I'm sure she's on facebook or something.

  • @cmleong
    @cmleong 6 дней назад +196

    Emelita Abraham returned to Philippines at 40 years old and sacrificed her youthful years in raising Charlyn Ng. For all these lost years she still said it was worth it. She is the heroine of this story.

  • @compounding999
    @compounding999 5 дней назад +112

    "It is worth it, darling. I did not regret it at all." If your eyes are still dry then u are not human. Well done CNA, Charlyn and Auntie Amy

    • @vingascon4113
      @vingascon4113 День назад +1

      I'm a big guy and it made me cry..

  • @RejaDalimunthe
    @RejaDalimunthe 9 дней назад +524

    I am an Indonesian, used to study college in the Philippine Christian University, Manila...always missed my Filipinos aunties, lecturers, and friends..and typical face of Aunty in this documentary is usually kind-hearted aunty.....❤❤❤ I miss Philippines

    • @diegoalcantaras5580
      @diegoalcantaras5580 9 дней назад +16

      i love indonesian food! u should come visit again and spread indo cuisine

    • @mmej726
      @mmej726 9 дней назад +10

      in what year were u in PCU? in the mid 80s indonesians r the most number of foreign students in PCU. actually, im trying to find a classmate last name is Suryo, she also has a sister there. does it ring a bell?

    • @ar3p293
      @ar3p293 7 дней назад +5

      Comeback again brother you're always welcome here

    • @bainot9368
      @bainot9368 7 дней назад +3

      I have a lot friends Indonesian even they understand English just only sign language.we never faith

    • @RRQPH
      @RRQPH 7 дней назад

      ​@@diegoalcantaras5580there's some Indonesian restaurant in the Philippines bro near makati area

  • @snehap4404
    @snehap4404 9 дней назад +587

    What a bittersweet documentary. The end though - "It is worth it, darling. I did not regret it at all." I started crying with Charlyn.

  • @zambrendump
    @zambrendump 4 дня назад +52

    Auntie Amy is very articulate in speaking English, I think she's one of the most intelligent students during her school days. Poverty drove most of us to work rather than continue our studies, and then there our relatives and friends who think we have all the money in the world just because we are working abroad, a sad reality in the Philippines but praying all is well for Auntie Amy and her husband. And thank you Charlyn for visiting her, this means so much to her. I remember how my mum thinks of the children she took care of when she was an OFW in HK. :)

  • @HenryAdolfo-ox2rl
    @HenryAdolfo-ox2rl 6 дней назад +91

    My mom was a helper in HK for 29 yrs, 27 yrs with the same employer. She suffered from stroke in 2017 that forced her to stop. We kept an open communication and up until now they still support my mother every time she gets hospitalized, would always send money during her bdays and sends bday card with sweet messages.

    • @ryanrhea1
      @ryanrhea1 2 дня назад

    • @kbgirel6965
      @kbgirel6965 2 дня назад

      That’s wonderful

    • @ernalove2149
      @ernalove2149 2 дня назад +2

      Your mother is lucky to have employer like them,most employers here in Hk if they know their helper is sick they will not renew their contract and some of them they treat them bad until the helper is the one to give up and go back to Philippines

    • @Lilies-sl5qm
      @Lilies-sl5qm День назад

      ❤❤❤

  • @rashminable
    @rashminable 9 дней назад +519

    This helper did more than just help around the home, she made it her job to raise a good human being. Taught her values and took ownership of her future. That's remarkable. As a mother now, I am looking for a helper who won't simply spoil my child but reinforce the values I want to inculcate in him. She was such a valuable co-parent. Incredible.

    • @Icecandy1882
      @Icecandy1882 8 дней назад +3

      Indeed a valuable co-parent

    • @slevinlindsay3624
      @slevinlindsay3624 7 дней назад +11

      It's said that people are economic prisoners like this. They're not literal prisoners but you know what I mean. In another country looking after another family away from their own. It's sad.

    • @Katowice_1
      @Katowice_1 7 дней назад +4

      @@slevinlindsay3624its the sad reality we faced nowadays.

    • @invinciblemode
      @invinciblemode 7 дней назад +2

      It’s sad that the mother can’t do this herself but needs to rely on a stranger to raise her children

    • @JustineTime-tx2no
      @JustineTime-tx2no 6 дней назад +8

      You're absolutely right. Auntie Amy is more than just a nanny-she's a guiding force in Charlyn's life. She taught her how to truly read and understand, cared deeply for her well-being, and even instilled in her the wisdom to manage money wisely. These aren’t things you’d typically expect from a nanny. If that’s not love, then I don’t know what is.

  • @joelorensolano16
    @joelorensolano16 9 дней назад +242

    Charlyn is such a down to earth young lady! It really shows that her Parents and Auntie Amy raise her really well

  • @Noreen_Reynoso22
    @Noreen_Reynoso22 9 дней назад +378

    Our house help, Auntie Belen, came to live with our family in Manila in 1960, two years before I was born. She was a second mother to me and my three older siblings. She never married and became part of our family for 37 years. We were ecstatic when she was granted US visa to attend my wedding in 1992, wherein she walked in with my then widowed mom as “Auntie of the bride”. She retired in her home province and was regularly visited by us siblings until her passing in 2017, at the age of 89. Miss her so much. ❤

  • @lilzuplada1564
    @lilzuplada1564 9 дней назад +227

    Auntie Amy is so well-spoken and personable. You could tell she is very smart

    • @Icecandy1882
      @Icecandy1882 8 дней назад +8

      I agree. Her English is excellent and so well mannered too.

    • @bilogskii2216
      @bilogskii2216 6 дней назад +21

      And she left the Philippines to work in Singapore at 19, probably did not even attend college. She could have been like a teacher or doctor given the opportunity, instead she became a professional mother.

    • @ernestkj
      @ernestkj 5 дней назад +3

      @@bilogskii2216 unfortunately some have to give up a chance of higher education

  • @THELOST8707TRAVELER
    @THELOST8707TRAVELER 8 дней назад +110

    Charlyn turned out to be a good person. Auntie taught her well ❤

    • @yahoobolt
      @yahoobolt День назад

      well said. love sown, liove reaped.

    • @mariafayec.5746
      @mariafayec.5746 День назад

      Exactly, thats what i was going to say charlyn was well mannered and was raised with good values. For amy more blessings and graces to come and good health and her husband.

  • @roseldizon3835
    @roseldizon3835 6 дней назад +173

    This is our gift to the World, we Filipinos are not only working. We bring good attitude and values for humanity. God sent us to heal the world.🙏🙏🙏🙏

    • @marvinbunagan9185
      @marvinbunagan9185 5 дней назад +5

      Absolutely right and it's our obligation as Gods creature.

    • @indragurung9946
      @indragurung9946 3 дня назад +3

      This is true 100%. Here in Canada I worked with Filipinos for years. They are such happy and loving people. They take care of elderly and little children like their own family. Very warm people at heart.

    • @HosaDibo
      @HosaDibo 3 дня назад +2

      Filipinos and Nagas have a very similar approach to caretaking. But I say Filipinos have been consistent with their way of life while the Nagas are getting swayed by easy money and corruption. I wish our Filipinos brothers and sisters can come here to Nagaland. Teach us what we lost in the pursuit of perceived happiness... Beautiful documentary. Authentic and pure

    • @Lilies-sl5qm
      @Lilies-sl5qm День назад

      Indeed.. Praise be to our living God. Amen

    • @HectorC-b8g
      @HectorC-b8g День назад

      Amen to that! Amen! ...

  • @reyalbertlumawag8600
    @reyalbertlumawag8600 6 дней назад +111

    As a Filipino working in SG as a Nurse now, I feel so valued watching this. Thank you for appreciating the love, effort and hard-work the Filipino domestic workers and helpers have rendered to sporean's. ❤

  • @stuka80
    @stuka80 7 дней назад +219

    The people of the Philippines have gentle mannerism, they have mild tempers while at the same time being very friendly and open and they show affection much more readily than other asian countries. This combination i think is what makes filipino people so wholesome and they make the best caretakers as a result.

    • @johnbobson1557
      @johnbobson1557 6 дней назад

      They do, but they must stop the corruption and constant scamming each other. The lack of trust and honour is destroying them.

    • @mikelawre6190
      @mikelawre6190 6 дней назад

      I'm curious, may I know your nationality? 😊

    • @stuka80
      @stuka80 6 дней назад +7

      @@mikelawre6190 Im filipino/korean but i live in the US

    • @ciocomacchiatto9029
      @ciocomacchiatto9029 5 дней назад +8

      We are like this because we are poor nation. The government doesn’t give us proper treatment the way other countries are. Nice transpk system. We are so used of being so patient with anything.

    • @chaotiongsai
      @chaotiongsai 5 дней назад

      Love stealing too. Stealing is part of the culture.

  • @Greentea-i3h
    @Greentea-i3h 9 дней назад +218

    You could tell Aunty cared about her when she asked about if she could breathe in the box.

  • @pt6637
    @pt6637 6 дней назад +146

    Hope there’s a fund raiser for Amy. She looks like she’s in financial need. And there needs to be a part 2 for Amy to revisit Singapore.

    • @johnbobson1557
      @johnbobson1557 6 дней назад

      Not really, that's pretty much Middle Class in the Provinces. The issue is Singapore is one of the least corrupt nations in the world and they've carved a clean city state out of a swamp with a population of 5 million. The Philippines is one of the most corrupt and although lovely people they just spend all day robbing each other (as Auntie describes with 'lending' to a friend). They've even elected the biggest family of thieves back to steal again! A population of 114 million, all the resources and beauty of their Islands and they can't even organise running tap water. Once the best educated people in ASEAN... Now the worst. Tragic, and I'm married to a Filipina!

    • @chinchowpowpook
      @chinchowpowpook 5 дней назад +5

      Past employer stay in such big big house..u kidding ? Fund raising?? Singaporean mind set is sicked..domestic helpers pay= doing her daily task.
      Taking care of babies or elderly is going beyond a pay scale..furthermore 10+ years sacrifices..nevermind..there will be karma..

    • @batangquiapo4161
      @batangquiapo4161 3 дня назад +3

      i agree..emelita is a very good person..

    • @cutiepatootie4310
      @cutiepatootie4310 3 дня назад +2

      Yes pleaseeee 😭

  • @richiemochi
    @richiemochi 9 дней назад +203

    Been cutting up too much onions today! Gosh, the sacrifices filipinas make to work overseas and be a domestic helper. Im crying because of this documentary. We must help all these filipina aunties who make such sacrifices!

    • @diekerydock
      @diekerydock 4 дня назад +3

      I wish her a better life. She's so sincere.

  • @DanteDeato
    @DanteDeato 8 дней назад +104

    This is so touching! Especially when she said “It is all worth it darling, I didn’t regret it at all!” 😢

  • @deesanti6212
    @deesanti6212 8 дней назад +174

    “It is worth it, Darling” I bawled my eyes out. 😭 my aunt is also a domestic helper in Singapore. She went there when she was around 24yrs old, she turned 40 this year and still no family of her own. Now i’m praying that she will find her partner in life or a Charlyn of her own.

    • @candygirl5881
      @candygirl5881 7 дней назад +6

      yeah, my tears wouldn't stop!

    • @mikelawre6190
      @mikelawre6190 6 дней назад +12

      Unfortunately, many people didn't realize that many Filipino Nannies are willing to SACRIFICE their own happiness just to be with the children of their employers! This case is one example of such, I hope this will be an eye opener for all the employers out there to treat your helpers with dignity and respect! 😊

    • @roseldizon3835
      @roseldizon3835 6 дней назад +1

      Ms. Singapore🎉🎉🎉thank you so much🙏you have a good heart❤

    • @daghetto101
      @daghetto101 6 дней назад

      Yall saying growing with no family of your own is a bad thing? lol

    • @jorjasolamillo
      @jorjasolamillo 5 дней назад

      Same 😭😭😭

  • @KeislerTV
    @KeislerTV 23 часа назад +2

    This literally brought me to tears. Auntie spend all her youthful years to raise then young Charlyn. Charlyn cried heavily. Auntie, reassured charlyn - IT WAS ALL WORTH. I cried heavily. My heart goes to Auntie. Thank you Charlyn for not forgetting about Auntie.

  • @mangotree8
    @mangotree8 7 дней назад +58

    "It is worth it ,darling. I did not regret it at all. " 😢 this hit deep. @22:27

  • @angieteevee
    @angieteevee 9 дней назад +110

    The bond is amazing! Reminded me of our helper, Aunty Lena. Shes from the Philippines too. She's probably no longer around now. I remembered how she stayed up late at night with when I couldnt sleep, watching TV. She will make me a hot milo too. She cooks delicious simple Filipino food. Thank you Charlyn for doing this for Auntie Amy, you are like the daughter she never had. God bless you

  • @fzuma
    @fzuma 9 дней назад +251

    This is so heartwarming. Even today you see a lot of family overseas domestic helpers being the mums to young kids from birth. These kids see their helpers as their mums. Women like Auntie Amy deserve so much praise for sharing their love for kids as the kids are their own. I hope Auntie Amy can be financially supported in creating a provision shop for sustenance. Is there some kind of gofundme avenue to give back to her?

    • @dance4ever940
      @dance4ever940 9 дней назад +20

      no seriously.. i mean like $20 in america is like one lunch but i'm sure if it's converted to pesos it can add up to a lot of money w/ donations!!

    • @MsWatchamakulit
      @MsWatchamakulit 8 дней назад +16

      I would support a gofund me for her.

    • @Lilies-sl5qm
      @Lilies-sl5qm День назад

      So lucky there is so one being moms for the young baby and siblings at home. What more to say if the maids got to take care of a sick kids like those who always got asthma attack. i can’t continue working but hv to stay home taking care of her.. it really a high price that all maids like Aunty Amy paid for. God bless her🙏🏻

  • @mishy460
    @mishy460 9 дней назад +62

    You can tell from their interactions that they have a mother-daughter relationship even after not seeing eachother for so long ❤

  • @ofwmommy8811
    @ofwmommy8811 8 дней назад +54

    proud helper here in Macau since 2012 up to present with just 1 employer.
    hope someday when i go back to my country .they still remember me❤

  • @ItsMe_SaiYuri
    @ItsMe_SaiYuri 9 дней назад +91

    I really love how people like her couldn't forget their filipina aunties and try to find them after so many years, I've seen other foreigners too who shows love as if they're their own mothers and willing to do everything to find them

  • @lah_bang2179
    @lah_bang2179 5 дней назад +20

    THIS GIRL IS BLESSED SHE HAD AMY AS HER NANNY! I CAN SEE/HEAR HER FILIPINO SIDE CUZ SHE GROW UP WITH FILIPINO VALUES!
    It’s amazing that Amy can speak very good English, even better than my substitute English teacher 30 yrs ago! Her husband too is very articulate.
    AMY, YOU ARE ONE AND ONLY CHILD, WHEN YOU FEEL SICK AND TIRED OF THE BIG CITY, YOU HAVE A HOME IN GERONA TARLAC TO GO HOME TO!
    You and Amy are obviously MOTHER AND DAUGHTER.
    It’s beautiful to watch!

  • @arvinmarkflores5725
    @arvinmarkflores5725 4 дня назад +6

    As a Filipino, thank you for doing this Charlyn! I am sure Auntie Amy loves you as if you are her own child! Please remember to always be kind to Domestic Helpers. They make sure your homes run smooth and they love you as if they are your own family.

  • @hosayleow3096
    @hosayleow3096 9 дней назад +119

    I am a 63 year old retired man living in Spore. I teared several times watching this very heartwarming video. If I am in a similar position and if my finances allow me, I will little by little do my bit to improve Aunty Amy's living conditions starting with what's most important in day-to-day living. Like for example, a good night's sleep is important. If her mattress is old and sunken, I will replace her mattress. Then perhaps a water heater, if she doesn't have one, so that she don't need to endure cold showers anymore. That's what I mean by little by little starting with the things we need and use everyday. The walls in her home need a layer of plastering and painting but that can wait. The little things like a mattress, water heater, a cupboard, a fridge, ceiling or wall fans etc are more important. How fast I can do things and how far I can go will depend on my finances. But that's me.

    • @yujinxii2905
      @yujinxii2905 9 дней назад +5

      Blessed your heart

    • @candygirl5881
      @candygirl5881 7 дней назад +3

      Very kind and generous of you! May you be blessed 10-fold.

    • @hosayleow3096
      @hosayleow3096 7 дней назад +7

      @@candygirl5881 Amen !!! You too, Sis Candy. Can't help it. I have a soft spot for people who are in need and are deserving of help. Also, remember what our Lord said..."each time you did something for the poor, you did it for me". ❤

    • @maemagtulisvlogs5908
      @maemagtulisvlogs5908 6 дней назад +1

      😢😢😢 feels like crying watching this God bless your heart sweet Lady and auntie

    • @sunlightsonate
      @sunlightsonate 5 дней назад +1

      Wow... God will bless u more..❤

  • @KimTeo-u5j
    @KimTeo-u5j 9 дней назад +96

    Thank you for validating the services of the Filipino helpers in Singapore. Having stayed in the Philippines for some years, I’m aware of the sacrifices made by these helpers and their families, especially their own children. Salamat po!

  • @mjcortez2460
    @mjcortez2460 9 дней назад +45

    Dear, if you are reading this, I hope you don't find it weird to be sending money to support your Auntie.
    As a Filipino, we also had a long-term maid who took care of us, 3 siblings since birth.
    When she got older, we contributed to her food and medicine. Since we were 3, we were able to give her Php15K/month which is more than enough.
    Other people might find it weird but it was the best decision to contribute. I did not have regrets at all, I even regret that I wasnt able to contribute much earlier in her life.
    Yes, she is a mother. And yes, they gave their life as an unconditional service for us, and to a fault that's why life is difficult for them now. And yes, they need our help.
    But thank you for your story. I am crying tears of joy. It reminded me of my Inang(mother) who gave her life for me.

  • @marifel5857
    @marifel5857 7 дней назад +35

    im a domestic helper also working here for 24 years i have a very good employer too,they treat me like family ,through them i managed to send my siblings to school and now theyre all professional ,and also i built 2storey house for my parents .,i really thank GOD for my employer i would say that im very fortunate to have a good and generous employer.

    • @HectorC-b8g
      @HectorC-b8g День назад +2

      More power to you! God bless you!

    • @marifel5857
      @marifel5857 День назад

      @HectorC-b8g thank you sir

  • @wez1925
    @wez1925 8 дней назад +189

    I hope CNA or Charlyn can do a fundraising for Auntie Amy to improve their lives and also the earnings from this video's monetization . Based from what I saw in the video, she needs:
    Furnishing of the house walls and ceilings
    Cabinet for their clothes
    New electric fan
    New comfy bed
    Small convenience store
    Groceries for her convenience store
    Personal Groceries
    Medicines and vitamins
    New phone and data so she can keep in touch with Charlyn
    A small fridge?
    A new TV because she said her old one is not working.
    An AM/FM radio.
    Solar panels
    Deep well water pump
    Charlyn should bring them both to SG for a week or 2 so Auntie Amy can meet her new family because she was sad she was not invited to her wedding :(
    Maybe CNA can arrange that.
    God Bless both of them and their families 🙏

    • @spicesoflife..4319
      @spicesoflife..4319 6 дней назад +4

      Ay wow...dami request 😅

    • @wez1925
      @wez1925 6 дней назад +13

      @spicesoflife..4319 of course. Auntie Amy deserves those. Dont you want a better life for Auntie Amy?

    • @Dntmindmeimjustbored
      @Dntmindmeimjustbored 6 дней назад +6

      ​@@wez1925 sure she does, but helping her is not really their responsibility. We don't know what her financial capability is either.

    • @nr1785
      @nr1785 6 дней назад +13

      @@Dntmindmeimjustboredhow is it not their responsibility?? It absolutely IS their responsibility. This woman sacrificed her own life to raise this spoilt woman.

    • @J-PrintServices
      @J-PrintServices 6 дней назад

      Decision ka te?? Ikaw si ante amy??. Bongga ka😂😂😂

  • @maringvlogs469
    @maringvlogs469 9 дней назад +50

    Our domestic helpers deserve to be called heroes too. There should be a statue to represent them. They sacrificed a lot and took care of other people and send money back to the Philippines. Auntie Amy took care and loved Charlyn well. Hope there is part 2 of the story of them together. Perhaps back to Singapore. Charlyn is nice and i hope she will continue her communication or support to auntie amy. ❤

    • @diegoalcantaras5580
      @diegoalcantaras5580 9 дней назад +2

      cory aquino actually coined the phrase ofws modern heroes in a speech in front of ofws in hongkong

  • @Kaichongjee
    @Kaichongjee 9 дней назад +100

    Here I am on the spin bike , tearing up. Growing up in Australia we didn't have maids (it's a good thing ) but the love Aunty Amy showed was very touching. I hope she can be supported financially

    • @almacastanos3245
      @almacastanos3245 9 дней назад +7

      I took care of a family from Sydney(in Kuala Lumpur). The dad is an expat but had to go back to Sydney after their contract so i also went back home to the Philippines. Since then we nevee had any contact. I tried to keep in touch with them because the two kids were very dear to me coz i took care of them mostly, but they never reach out. I was sad

  • @mereum6636
    @mereum6636 9 дней назад +102

    Such a heartwarming story that brought me to tears. I know the highlight of this documentary should be Aunt Amy but props to Charlyn for being so loving and kind. Aunt Amy must be very proud of you.
    It broke my heart how she said in the interview that Aunt Amy spend most of her youth for her and she cannot have kids. 😢

    • @chinchowpowpook
      @chinchowpowpook 5 дней назад +1

      Hey is on tv..u judged Charlton based on her performance..everyone will try show their best of the fake best ..except aunty Amy..well for is fair..their next life will be switched..

  • @naniegeronimo981
    @naniegeronimo981 7 дней назад +29

    As a Filipino I am proud of my countrymen like Auntie Amie who presented the best of our values and character as a people, kind, caring and strong.
    Thank you too for Charlyn and your station for continuing and contributing to the stories of the Filipino who unselfishly shape other people to be better that helps add to a kinder and more tolerant world.

  • @yvonnelandong1713
    @yvonnelandong1713 6 дней назад +18

    Thank you CNA for documenting Charlyn and Amy . It’s really hard leaving your employers behind, the time with them as ur second family abroad is really a huge sacrifice . Thank u to all employer’s and kids who looked back to find their Aunties.

  • @consolacionsunico8290
    @consolacionsunico8290 8 дней назад +29

    Auntie Amy speaks pretty good English. One can gather from this documentary that she was a caring aunt to Charlyn. Charlyn’s Mom and Dad surely treated Auntie very well too. I wish she could have studied midwifery. Thank you for this documentary. I really loved it.

  • @jepwafo
    @jepwafo 7 дней назад +18

    who else has shed manly tears watching this? i am filipino and i am proud of our modern day heroes (overseas filipino workers)

  • @mrclay22
    @mrclay22 7 дней назад +27

    I cant stop being emotional watching this.. It takes a lot to take care of a child, the more if its not even yours.. I also feel that auntie devoted her life too much working abroad and that gave her no opportunity to have her own family till its very too late to have kids.. Thank you so much for pointing that on the show and aunts ""It is worth it, darling. I did not regret it at all" was the perfect line to end this documentary..
    just to share, I take care of my son who is only 15 and has cancer.. I can always show compassion and care to other kids but not like how I would love my son. I guess thats why I am so move by this documentary..

    • @nr1785
      @nr1785 6 дней назад +1

      I feel Charlyns parents were selfish and did not consider Emilita’s own life and future prospects. For goodness sake, they even changed the poor woman’s name.

  • @cherylco2487
    @cherylco2487 9 дней назад +42

    I'm happy to see Charlyn with a big and humble heart.... She truly loves Auntie Amy.Kudos for going out of your comfort zone to spend time with Auntie Amy...

  • @ragsoh
    @ragsoh 9 дней назад +62

    You can see that the love was sincere from both of them. Very nice documentary. Thank you CNA.

  • @tellercamille8080
    @tellercamille8080 9 дней назад +41

    In February 2024, my dad surprised me by bringing me to a hotel which was a three-hour drive from Manila and my helper was there! I cried a lot

  • @lodz8666
    @lodz8666 9 дней назад +78

    I would send Aunt Amy money every month. That is the very least one can do for such a kind soul

  • @krappola1
    @krappola1 8 дней назад +18

    Another good story. She left a lot of herself in Charlyn. She sees her just like a daughter.

  • @craftside007
    @craftside007 5 дней назад +3

    this is soo touching.. i was moved in tears.. i love how the nanny said it "It was worth it. I have no regrets." - rare love

  • @jaclee3594
    @jaclee3594 9 дней назад +52

    Very touching. I teared a few times when I see the love and warmth radiating from Auntie Amy. Charlyn is such a sweet person. Her warmth, genuine personality just radiates.

  • @linefire9870
    @linefire9870 9 дней назад +41

    crying tears of joy as I'm watching this. I'm reminded of my family's Fiilipino domestic helper. Fantastic lady. I still remember the times she snuck junk food into the house for us haha. So thankful she came into my life.

  • @edgarantonioportugalbautis6894
    @edgarantonioportugalbautis6894 9 дней назад +24

    the way she ask questions is very Singaporean mindset, well-planned, to calculate risk, and plan for the future...❤

  • @MaKiERoLLs
    @MaKiERoLLs 9 дней назад +31

    The core memory of childhood is really important. You wouldn’t forget and somehow you wanted to go back especially when you become an adult. Love this documentary.

  • @melvincarbonel964
    @melvincarbonel964 9 дней назад +17

    Filipinos are naturally caring and selfless people. Cheers for more years of love to Auntie and Charlyn ❤❤

  • @georgewin7243
    @georgewin7243 7 дней назад +9

    im not chopping onions in here! auntie amy is so soft spoken and charlyn is a very grateful child! auntie must have taught her well. and charlyn’s parents for sure are good human beings coz it also shows how they have treated amy! yeah i also do agree, they have a special bonding and that will be for life already.

  • @wanwhitney5719
    @wanwhitney5719 9 дней назад +16

    Thank you for sharing this heartwarming documentary with us! Gratefully, we’d two very responsible, caring, helpful domestic helpers at home before. They’re Linda and Yaumi who came from Indonesia. Both of them worked very hard and took good care of our child. They even taught our child to read storybooks when we’re busy at work. They treated our child as their own child so we treated them as our family members as well.
    Much appreciated for their great help and support at home. Although both of them went back their homes now, we stay in touch with them frequently.
    Thank you so much for all these kind and helpful Aunties who help many families a lot indeed! Hope everything goes well with them and their families! Hopefully, we can visit them in the near future.

  • @raafqiranasasmita9998
    @raafqiranasasmita9998 9 дней назад +17

    So heartwarming. My grandma has a helper like this who sacrifice a lot. She did not mary nor have any children. Our family love her, as Charlyn loves Aunty Amy ❤

  • @AlanAlain
    @AlanAlain 6 дней назад +5

    Thank you for your concern and your love to her. I am from the Philippines and am familiiar with the plight of other Filipinas. Our helpers give love and care to the families they work for. I am touched how you care and honor Auntie. Sending love to you Charlyn

  • @jomsa.8041
    @jomsa.8041 8 дней назад +87

    My mom was a domestic helper in HK for 20 years, and her last 15 years to a single employer taking care of two children.
    When me and 3 of my siblings already finished college and already have jobs, we kept asking her to go home and retire. However, she kept arguing that that she can’t leave the kids until they’re a bit grown up. Only when she had to get a surgery, myomectomy in the Philippines that we’re finally able to convince her to retire.
    In the following years till she passed away, she kept receiving gifts from the children and parents. They also kept in touch with my mom every now and then.
    As a son, I feel so grateful that she had found a wonderful family who loved and treasured her. 🙏

  • @JanVergelYOLO
    @JanVergelYOLO День назад +1

    ♥️ One thing is for sure, Filipinos touch lives of people all around the world. As a Overseas Filipino Worker myself working as a nurse here in the UK, we looked after and give the best care to our patients as if they are our own family. Bless Auntie Amy ♥️

  • @syahirhasni
    @syahirhasni 9 дней назад +64

    “Did she do a good job?”
    Aunty amy: “No”
    PLEASE I WAS DRINKING HAHHAHA shes a mood

  • @DadaDance27
    @DadaDance27 2 дня назад +1

    This is so touching. So many Filipinos work as nannies out of country just to send money back to their family in the Philippines most have kids but were not able to care for their own kids just to survive. This one is sad because she didn’t get to have her own kids just to take care of other couple’s kid. But I must say she is blessed to work with a nice family in Singapore. They are both blessed to have each other. I just pray for Auntie Amy that she and her husband will still fulfill their dreams together at least they have each other and pray that they are always safe. For Charlyn God bless you too. I pray that all Filipinos who work as nannies will get to work with families like yours who are kind and caring.

  • @vtr8869
    @vtr8869 9 дней назад +15

    Please continue to love her and treat her as your mother. She has the best personality with her calmness and humbleness. I do hope her well being can improve and can have provisions to adopt a child. She is so motherly not to have any. What a great sacrifice she made in life choices. A kind hearted person to be betrayed by her friends and others. Wish her well and if the sky we live under has any justice, she will be loved forever.

  • @solomiosisante5696
    @solomiosisante5696 5 дней назад +4

    "What are your plans for the future?" @20:54. You were very cute when you asked this. It's like a child asking her mother's suitor how he would take care of her. I love the way you love your Auntie Amy. Now, that is RESPECT!

  • @rosariolarion9319
    @rosariolarion9319 7 дней назад +7

    It touched mo so-much when Amy, mouthed the words, “She wasn’t able to have kids,because she was busy taking good care of me😢”. The Auntie seems a very caring, loving protective person. You are very lucky to have an AUNTIE LIKE HER❤. Thank you so much for sharing. God bless.

  • @Xhin229
    @Xhin229 9 дней назад +79

    When I saw Auntie Amy's house, I immediately knew that something went wrong. There's no way her house would be like that after working abroad for that long because I knew a domestic helper that worked for 5 years in Singapore and was able to build a huge house.
    For her to not pursue her "friend" for scamming her, I can see that Auntie Amy really does have a good heart and is also wise. I hope things get better for her and her husband soon! Being a small time farmer in the Philippines can't let you live a comfortable and secured living. I pray that she always stays healthy and strong. May the days get better for her soon!

    • @MemoryMalunga-r3b
      @MemoryMalunga-r3b 9 дней назад +23

      I think judging from her kind and nurturing personality, most of her money also went to helping her family back in the Phillipines. These extended families are also very large.

    • @visoypinoy7647
      @visoypinoy7647 9 дней назад +12

      Worse is that she made up a story of being scammed, and the real story is she poured everything to her family who wasted all her efforts. It happens in the PH cause I am from here.

    • @troevell
      @troevell 8 дней назад +10

      Right??!!! Shame on that 'friend'. My blood boiled the instant she told that story. Aunt Amy spent most of her life as a worker abroad only for her earnings to be taken away by that vile creature. The nerve of that 'friend'!! Ughh sorry I'm so frustrated.

    • @ednas207
      @ednas207 8 дней назад +6

      Me too. When I saw her house, right away, I thought she gave everything to her family. It’s a typical story of a lot of OFW. Send all their money to their family while they work abroad and f things left for them when they finally go home. Very sad. I wish she has go fund me.

    • @BrianArthur00
      @BrianArthur00 5 дней назад

      ​@@visoypinoy7647wow. How about you making up stories?

  • @bambi3489
    @bambi3489 6 дней назад +4

    OmG. Teary eyed watching this video. You are lucky that she was the one who took care of you growing up. She looks kind and compassionate. May you be blessed more for being greatful to her. 🇵🇭

  • @AndresitoCaceres
    @AndresitoCaceres 5 дней назад +2

    I ADMIRE THIS YOUNG WOMAN FOR SEEING HER NANNY AND VISITED HER IN THE PHILIPPINES. YOU HAVE A GOOD HEART OR GRATITUDE TO YOUR NAANY. MABUHAY.

  • @annelovesgym
    @annelovesgym 8 дней назад +13

    Thank you Charlyn for going back to visit Aunty Amy. My eyes can’t stop watering. Please keep her safe

  • @BambiAng
    @BambiAng 9 дней назад +13

    separation hurts but that's life. auntie amy is so blessed to have your family as an employer. you're both blessed to be with each other, if only for a few years.

  • @Aceof2Hearts
    @Aceof2Hearts 9 дней назад +20

    With no employment opportunities, women from the Philippines play an important role to be breadwinners as domestic help. It is a very decent job. Thanks to many of them They’re able to support families. Treat them well they are heroes because of their sacrifices.

  • @thishandleisavailable2023
    @thishandleisavailable2023 7 дней назад +6

    I had an "Auntie" when I was growing up too. Her name is Elsie. I'm in my 40's now. This is a sign that I need to get in touch with her again. ❣

  • @federiconalos8202
    @federiconalos8202 7 дней назад +7

    This is a heartwarming reunion. It's very noble of you to visit and surprise your auntie after quite a few years. Your sincerity and love for your aunt are undoubtedly real. Good luck to you guys.

  • @kellyedison5639
    @kellyedison5639 3 дня назад +2

    Ms Charlyn turned out to be a good person as taught. Salute to ALL of you. A rare real story. What a blessing ❤❤❤

  • @IamMaria3169
    @IamMaria3169 9 дней назад +51

    From their ride to market, it seem Charlyn is like Auntie Amy’s daughter. Quite uncanny 😅
    This documentary made me cry 😢

  • @alexandershing
    @alexandershing 2 дня назад +1

    I'm sure you did a gesture behind the scenes, but if i were you i would have given her a life changing sum of money (which may not be a lot in the grand scheme of things from a well off singaporean to philipina). What she gave you, or scarificed for you, is priceless.
    I love the bond you two have. It's so genuine, so no criticism from me. Was just waiting/expecting for that moment at the end where you gave her something to alleviate her financial struggles ❤

  • @godblessj316
    @godblessj316 9 дней назад +24

    I think this documentary missed to highlight that Auntie lost her life savings from a scam (friend who borrowed money). This is a common sad story for OFWs who either lost life savings because of scam or because of helping family members.

  • @emyrdaniela6037
    @emyrdaniela6037 9 дней назад +18

    Absolutely beautiful story. Aunty Amy brought this girl up well. She's a beautiful and strong girl now. Aunty is humble and loving. God bless both these women.

  • @wwpark
    @wwpark 9 дней назад +9

    All the heartwarming side apart, it takes some courage and values to go and see your maid in their hometown like that. So many realities to face about someone who took care of you.

  • @chrismardz1700
    @chrismardz1700 5 дней назад +3

    Kudos to all OFWs out there. Thanks for making Filipinos proud..

  • @renlybaratheon9683
    @renlybaratheon9683 9 дней назад +16

    Oh dear. I can't stop crying ❤️ This is just wholesome. Thank you for this video.

  • @justgotlucky2740
    @justgotlucky2740 5 дней назад +2

    I'm not crying... You are! 😢 I salute all of my fellow Filipino domestic helpers. All respect 😊

  • @zerokiryuu-ig7wm
    @zerokiryuu-ig7wm 5 дней назад +4

    My mother was a domestic helper abroad. She left us when we were little so she can work overseas and took care for another child. Philippines may be poor, but most of us has a big heart. Thank you for loving your Auntie. It made me cry.

    • @michaelseet9320
      @michaelseet9320 11 часов назад

      i go to manila twice a year for business and i can say that the Philippines have the fantastic people

  • @cherish6972
    @cherish6972 9 дней назад +14

    😢😢 Charlyn your so sweet child, you did'nt forget to thank ur auntie amy. So touching story, i cried almost fm begining until the end of the video. 😢

  • @lowoyonjiviol3869
    @lowoyonjiviol3869 6 дней назад +4

    I burst out and cry knowing that Charlyn & Amy really have great bondings together and the love and surprises from both sides really spooks me out!!

  • @amorhope4456
    @amorhope4456 8 дней назад +7

    Very inspiring Charlyn! Your raised by a Filipino nanny and teached you the great ethics.. You have a good heart Charlyn! Continue communicate with your aunt Amy.. more blessings to you 💓

  • @benjz72
    @benjz72 5 дней назад +4

    Wow.
    This lady has a really good heart. If weren't from your accent and eyes, I could say you are a fine, beautiful inside out Filipina.
    This is the good thing when we filipinos does our work with all our hearts and not just for money.
    I salute Ms. Emy for being kind to her employer and treat their kids like her own.
    Thank you for your love Ms. Charlene that you showede to your Auntie Emy.
    You are both awesome and wonderful people.

  • @cmymotion
    @cmymotion 4 часа назад

    Thank you for producing this series. We all need to thank all these helpers who sacrificed so much for an unrelated family from another foreign country. Singapore is fortunate to have all these friends of our neighbouring countries.

  • @244hayrick
    @244hayrick 9 дней назад +18

    Awww this is very heartwarming. As an OFW I'm realising the impact we leave in the country we work in. I'm moved by this Charlene it's so good

  • @bugsy101073
    @bugsy101073 7 дней назад +4

    Amy actually asked Charlyn if she could breathe while inside the box..... That is some genuine love there from a second Mom 🥰

  • @chansf2001
    @chansf2001 5 дней назад +3

    I am so conflicted. I love the love they have for each other. My heart ached especially when Auntie Amy said “but you left me first, for Australia” at 14:58.

  • @lilyjoji
    @lilyjoji 5 часов назад

    I cried and shed a lot of tears viewing this …THANK YOU SINGAPORE FOR GIVING US CHANCE TO WORK WITH YOUR BEAUTIFUL CLEAN COUNTRY….SO NICE AND DISCIPLINED LAW ABIDING CITIZENS,… THANK YOU DEAR CHARLYN SINGAPOREAN CHILD WITH THIS TRUE ASIAN THOUGHTFULNESS CULTURE AND REPECT FOR THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN LOYAL TO THEIR JOBS….GOD BLESS THE TIE THAT BINDS YOU IN YOUR LOVE TO YOUR FILIPINA AUNTIE….GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE …AMEN

  • @ecilatnecniv
    @ecilatnecniv День назад +2

    i'm not a melodramatic person but this docu feels like i'm human after all

  • @sfbusinessfinancing
    @sfbusinessfinancing 9 дней назад +8

    Beautiful story. Bonds like this, from the heart, last a lifetime.

  • @minkyann8132
    @minkyann8132 7 часов назад

    Auntie Amy was a good influence on Charlyn. She taught her good values in life. Charlyn will pass this on to her own children. Beautiful story. Thank you for making me cry 🥲

  • @marianavarro4704
    @marianavarro4704 8 дней назад +5

    That's soooo heartwarming!!! I met my nanny too but I have become a stoned version of myself so I don't know how to react. But because of this, I now know what to do. 😊 Thank you.

  • @myr-z7t
    @myr-z7t День назад

    Youre very kind and grateful,Charlyn.This proved that Singaporeans treat well their nannies also and filipinas are good in their jobs.God bless the two of you!

  • @tothemoonandback8466
    @tothemoonandback8466 9 дней назад +5

    Thank you very much Carlyn for staying in touch with Auntie Amy and sending her balikbayan boxes when you can. The bond between the two of you is very deep and I hope you can see each other again in the future. 🤗

  • @Pugsleypup
    @Pugsleypup 2 дня назад +1

    This lady is raised well. She has such a good heart. 😢 ♥️ I was raised by my ate Celia and I wish I could find her too.

  • @freddytan3100
    @freddytan3100 9 дней назад +6

    I have an Indonesia helper for 15 plus years and I thought she will still work for us till she retire but sadly she was diagnosed with cancer recently and going through a tough treatments right now ... the saddest part was she was going back after her treatments . She is a family member to us and it broke my heart thinking she will have to leave soon.. Thanks for this heart warming video and wishes Amy the best of her life now ...

    • @wez1925
      @wez1925 8 дней назад +1

      Reaearch Joe Tippens Fenbendazole Protocol and have her do it if you really want to save her life. God bless both of you 🙏