Money Matters in the Philippines/Expat John, Will He Have a "Happy Ending"?
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- Money Matters in the Philippines/Expat John, Will He Have a "Happy Ending"?@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234 Join us as we discuss John's Final Days in Dumaguete
Flip burgers for a year even, there's nothing wrong with that.
Well don't sell yourself short. If you can do something the world needs it's better. I'm an expat in Mexico and I see a 50-something man selling candies at the intersection (begging), and I'm disgusted with him. Fucking get a job that SERVES the world something. He has all his limbs, he has something to offer. The world needs certain things. Look for the high(er) paying jobs. Do what it takes to get them, if you can do the work.
@@jimbig3997 The US is getting into recession. The Guy is 61 y/o with no education. He will be lucky to get a minimum pay job and this will hardly cover his rent and food,
@@jimbig3997 You eat your burgers raw? I'm guessing hard working people prepare your food, and that you need it. Nobody said John was going home to sell pencils in the middle of the road. Get a grip.
@Patrick Barker Great idea, I wonder why he wants to go to Chicago, the US has much better places than that city. I hope he reads your comment.
Work is work. Nothing wrong with flipping patties for a year to save up and build a fund. Can always keep applying for new jobs to check for opportunities.
Paul, you and your network of friends have huge hearts. John was at a very bad place in his life and you guys helped him and his family in a time of need. God bless you guys for your kindness and generosity.
Well said Sir.
@@sandy-quimsrus However I think people have been trying to help this man his entire life but he cannot take responsibillity for himself. He may be slightly be on the spectrum or have mild functioning Aspbergers.
@@liezlbayot2653 spot on, something is crook in Tobruk there!
Yes in deed, fine good me n ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️💕
Bless you Paul and Baby Mae..I feel your patience is being tested with John but you are still coming through for him.
Deep respect to you, Paul, and all the others who've stepped-up to help John.
My best wishes that the Lord blesses John and his family and that everything works out.
Sounds like Jon is wanting more spending money when he arrives in USA and for his family in the Philippines. Jon, consider yourself very lucky the community has pulled together for you and your family. Use all the resources the USA has and you have 48 hours during your plane ride to write down and plan what you need to do. Best of luck to you!
I’ll bet that when John gets back to work in the USA, he’ll probably be sending Diana his entire paycheck and won’t save a god damned dime! Betcha…
@@superdave1921 agreed, he will need 2 jobs.
Hope and wish a happy end for John and family, but he should not wonder about, when his kids soon are sold and the girlfriend returns to a bar.
So this homeless man goes to LBC remittance, what do you mean I haven't received any money from the Philippines.
She doesn't want him to go cuz she is afraid to lost the $$$ suport. Because apparently she doest want him to even touch her.
Paul. You truly have the loving heart of a father. This man is truly lucky to have you.
"Have him"?.....John is like one of those sticky buggers
John is fortunate to have a group supporting him. And also fortunately, John came to his senses regarding what to do when he realized that support is not open ended.
John is very lucky to have found Paul's group of guys/girls...my gut feeling is that John will
continue to need help for the rest of his life...he just seems to have no confidence or resourcefulness inside of him...I wish him and his family the best :)
I wish John the best. This is a great lesson to everyone about being careful financially in life. At the bare minimum, make sure you have a pension or Social Security BEFORE you move overseas! Better still, have a decent amount of savings/401k plan,etc.
As I am sure most everyone knows, John is taking a big haircut by taking his SS early. Best of luck to him.
@@howard1450 I am not sure about USA, but in Canada if you take CPP ( Canada Pension Plan) early but still continue to work and pay into it- it goes up fast.
@@mt_gox At 63 I am on track to retire comfortably at 103
@@downsouth5971 Same in the US if your have not yet reached your fully qualified age i.e. for me it was 66 years, 2 months. Prior to that, if I worked I still paid SS AND a penalty, meaning I owed SS more than they paid me. After that age however, you can work and collect SS without issue.
@@howard1450 Actually, taking it a 62 he won't really lose money until he's 79. It's the same amount of money, just spread out over more months of disbursement. Plenty of vids on RUclips that explain this. Unless the Republicans kill off SS like has been in the news the last couple of days. DeSantis has talked about "Reauthorization" of SS and Medicare annually. Be careful who you vote for.
You did your best Paul. Don't stress over his progress anymore. Propping someone up is only worth it if he shows progress on his own. Your idea to go back to the US and regroup is a valid one. Lights are on but no one is home.
You are one of the only people that get it . If I HAD MADE THE MISTAKES THAT JOHN HAS MADE , I would say to Paul and friends if you help me get back to the states I will get work and being to pay you back ! HE WILL NOT DO IT !
@@gus2600 You mean YOU would not do it! Who are you to judge! People like You get so much enjoyment out of beating people when they are down. You really need an attitude adjustment. People like you are the very reason that others choose to leave the USA!
Exactly! Many seem to think 'wow what a blessing everyone is taking care of him', but they all seem to forget he is but one of... how many, and you can't help everyone especially those who don't want to help themselves. Yup, nobody home.
He is progressing ffs your all heart
The Filipino locals must be thinking why on earth are broke ass Americans coming here. We got our own problems without these guys
John: Paul finally convinced me that I need an income and an emergency fund. Wow. He is a train wreck, but I can't stop watching these vids about John. And I still haven't heard him thank Paul on camera. Paul is a good mentor to him and must be a super patient guy.
John has thanked Paul and people from the support group in previous videos. He is also accepting responsibility, and making efforts to turn things around. His kids are his priority. He does not want to leave them.
Not sure what John videos you have watched.
@@oldguy2764 I agree, John has thanked Paul and the support group
@@oldguy2764 He thanked his supporters, but not Paul. Paul and John butt heads often as said in this video. John is not quite as put together as you described.
@@beingright You have not seen all the videos. He has thanked Paul. John wants to stay with his kids and see them grow up. Can’t blame him for that. The girls will have lots of milestones in the next 18 months that John will miss.
Hard to deny the improvements that John has made since the first video . . . But you will continue . . . It is what people like you do.
This is the second time he's done this to two different women
I hope for anyone watching this that they understand that anywhere you go for retirement you need to have a plan and of course cash flow to be able to live a normal life
Sad story and I am glad that he got help. The problem is that this guy will not learn, if he ever does return to the Philippines he will get stuck in the same situation.
Paul, please keep us updated with John's progress in the US! I think he can get back on his feet there and it's the correct decision! Interesting to see if the relationship stands the test of time. You've done John proud. Well done!
I praise Paul and his community for helping John. Most of John's story is a cautionary tale on what not to do. After reading the comments from some posters I thought I would point out that John suffered a stroke in PI. So, his decision making may have been affected. It may also be the reason that he appears to have that vacant look in his eyes. As a Chicagoan I wish him the best here.
There is a big difference between “helping John” and “enabling John”
This was a twisted and bizarre reality show.
This guy was obviously a simpleton before the stroke
He had the capacity to follow tail to half way around the world and get 3 women then get one pregnant 🙄
Paul, my hat is off to you and all would got involved with John’s dilemma. I am sure you breathed a siege of relief when John left Dumaguete. I’m also sure you had no idea what you were getting into when you stepped in to help John. He is EXTREMELY fortunate that you did take an interest to help and where as hopefully John has a lot of lessons learned, so did you. Best wishes on getting back to your boring life - 😉🤣🤣🤣
Unfortunately people like John take advantage of people like Paul .
And what about the thousands of John’s that are spread throughout the Philippines that don’t have a “Paul” to assist or help them?
Paul, you are one generous individual. Thanks for being who you are, your kindness doesn’t go unnoticed!
I don’t think any sigh of relief has been heaved because he still hasn’t left yet. It’s only a plan.
@@superdave1921 There is a lot of difference between helping and taking advantage of, and I'm sure that Paul will be able to make that decision when he is good and ready.
Nice job Paul and friends. Poor John is a train wreck who was saved by generous people. Hopefully, he uses this to spring into a better life. I kind of doubt it. Paul et al walk away Fly little bird.
The only possible good ending to this story is that Paul and his friends will be richly rewarded for what they have done !
Have People at the Airport to Make Certain that He Gets on those FLIGHTS!
Right, they have to do a background check before being allowed to leave, to see if he hasn't broken any laws or owes money. An exit clearance.
@@dangarcia6760 There is absolutely no need for a background check! He is just a little bit slow, and he may need help focusing on the task at hand - returning to the U.S.!
@@careystravels Doesn't the Philippine government require an exit clearance if you have stayed longer than the free 30 day visa time period? For people extending that to stay years?
definitely something to consider.
Sorry all, didn't pay attention to that part where they already bought the tickets and got an exit visa...
John take this golden opportunity to get things straighten out and you will be back on track. Paul and co has been extremely helpful to you and your family. Be thankful, GOD is over looking your shoulders. All the best
That's what I called support with a large "S" without a doubt. John should be overjoyed that many good samaritans both in Ph and USA is willing to bring him back on his feet. A big shout out to all who contributed to getting him back to his country (USA)
It remains to be seen if he does the right thing!!
I hear a lot of Me, I, My... ...
John was in no way like the man the Samaritan helped . That man had been attacked by robbers ! John had been attacked by John .
I would like to commend you Paul and all the expat community members for doing so much to help a fellow expat down on his luck. I was extremely critical of John when I heard his story. And I'm still upset at a number of his decision making but the way you guys handled it with class while giving him help but still preserving his dignity as a man to make his own decision was just great to see.
Now when he gets back to the US he needs to find out everything he can about ensuring his children are officially recognized as US citizens. This is of utmost importance for their immediate and long term future. Once he is able to establish that the twins are his biological children then they also become eligible to receive social security checks due to them being the minor children of a social security eligible father. I hope all ends well and the family is eventually reunited because children do need both their mother and father in their lives. Thanks Paul. Your channel has thought me a lot and I will continue supporting it.
Paul great job again helping a fellow American.. John has a tough road ahead. Its a rat race here in U.S for work/shifts/inflation/transportation/& finding a place to live that's affordable. I give him a 2 months before he's calling you back with a sad story to return to Philippines. to think he landed there overseas with 30 Grand. Good luck John. I think living in a car having two jobs in a warmer state mite have the most success for you. Be well.
Man, looking at the video from two years ago to this one, it looks like he's aged twenty years in two. What a story. I wish him good luck, health, willpower and the perseverance he will need to get back on his feet to be able to take care of himself and his family. Bless you Paul and your friends for helping this guy out. This is a great lesson in what not to do for people, to help them see how things can spin out of control if you don't have good financial controls and contingency plans in place. You have to have a steady income that will sustain yourself indefinitely there before you even buy a ticket to go over there, and you have to have enough savings in an emergency fund preferably in multiple banks, to get you back to your country of origin if things do go sideways. Gods laugh when men make plans.
The expat group is fantastic for helping this gentleman that was in dire straits with his health and family.. great video.
Very Educational this video About John experience with the money in Philippines, wish him all the best in the future
You can see in John’s eyes he’s really not all there
My thought also. I doubt this is from the upset of the last 3 months. Rather, (from this & prior videos & mention of what has come between) it seems to be his nature, and has contributed to how he got to where he is today. I doubt the guy is a devious mooch, but suspect he's a rather daft leaf in the wind.
yeah it looks like the Filipinos (and life in general) has given him a good beating. He simply is living life on fumes at this point
Agree 100%....he's definitely not all there.....'dumb ass for 60 year old
He did have a stroke, so that has probably affected him a little!!
You do realize he's had 2 strokes? And he aknowleges he has lost lost some of cognitive faculties. So lighten up dude, it could be you.
Kudos to you, Paul and your friends. Let John take care if his family from now on. Stay healthy always with your wife and your friends here in Dumaguete. You are an intelligent, kind and generous person.
Paul, my hat's off to you. Glad I found your RUclips channel and have since followed you. What you and your ex-pat friends do for John is noble, heroic and most admirable. I hope John is fully appreciating all of the great things you're doing for John and his family and for him to quit feeling privileged.
I hate to be the Debbie downer but would bet anyone this story is far from over.
I won't take that bet....
It is just beginning........hoping for the best outcome.
What kind of career did John have here in the US before he went to Philippines ?
John will have lots of sad stories and excuses for those helping him Stateside.
John, being the gullible person that he is, doesn’t know when to quit or say no. Diana isn’t in love with him, she only sees a money train. There will be no sex in this relationship, just a one nighter for her to get pregnant again. The more kids she has, the more reasons not to work! Run John run….
God Bless all the people that helped John. 👍👍👍
G-D bless all the people that didn't help John.
I would have hoped to hear more gratitude, firmness, resolve, clarity from John now that he is finally being forced to do what many of us advised months ago. Too many vague phrases and excuses but the kindness of Paul and company have given him a chance to manage the poor decisions he will no doubt continue to make such as keeping that woman in his life. Good luck!
Did he ever express gratitude to Paul, Reekay, Jim and the rest of the group who helped and supported him and the kids?
I agree with you (John's Erratic Adventure ). There are still some people who are kind and ready to help. I admire them. I like what Reekay said that John has to be given a timeline. That was a wake up call for John.
@@erlindakahn2831 As some old saying says "give a man {sic} a fish and you feed him every time he comes back again - but to teach him to fish ................ you know the rest of it - yes?
However - there are some not worth saving - and this sad sack of crap goes out and pro creates with absolutely no brains - no forward thinking for those he leaves following him into perdition {or wherever} - and my only reasonable piece of advice I can give you is the release the safety catch before you pull pull the trigger...........
Don't like my advice - or even me for that matter - your tears of pity and rage fall off my back like rain water off my duck feathers back - but I have absolutely NO sympathy for this leaching sad sack!
Correct me if I’m wrong but it sounded like John’s self realization happened when Paul and friends decided to stop the support because John did not make much progress or success in finding a job to be self supportive. Paul and friends were true to their word regarding the temporary support and gave him a way out to return to the states.
This man should be so grateful to Paul and the other Americans for caring not just for him but for his teenage baby mama and their 2 babies.
We don’t know much about John and what he did in the US. He was not a smart man coming to the Philippines with $30k to live on and having relations with teenage girls. Now he is leaving traumatized with physical, mental and emotional issues. I hope he gets himself together and find the social programs to get him on his feet.
Thanks Paul and friends for your humanity.
His US history has never been covered which in itself raises at least an amber flag. John is a guy with a predilection for teenage girls - it wouldn't be hard to imagine he has backstory in the USA that would make his sponsors shudder.
@@yorkiephil7744 I've been thinking the same thing. I think he may have a thing for young girls. Creepy
Kids are now expat family responsibility, and getting him out of there before he could make us look bad again! Great job!!
I am glad John has finally reached the decision to return to US. Hopefully he can get his life back together. I hope he will draw enough Social Security to live on when he returns to Philippines. I still question in my mind if he has the mental state or the temperament to hold any kind of job. I wish him the best.
Life’s rule. Keep everything simple. Don’t buy a house, don’t have a baby if u can’t afford, lay your cards, be honest , and be ready to adopt and change.
PAul an amazing efort by you and all the people who supported this Project for Expat John- i salute you all and wish John the best for tier future.
I'll be 100% retired at 61 when I go there. No income needed. Definitely some lessons to learn here. I'd like to hear her speak.
I love to watch Paulie’s face . I got the feeling Paul is over done with this . I know you like to help but this is impossible.
Hi Paul, to all who have Saved John from an early grave well done, that being said hope you and others can get back to retirement and shelve this SAGA,
Wishing John the best of luck, and hopefully he learns from his mistakes. I know you are looking forward to the relief Paul, thanks for sharing
No way he will be able to save money, i bet he sends everything he makes to keep her satisfied. I wish him all the luck, but his heart is bigger than his mind.
john Otten….Be a financial advisor to help expat…I strongly agree with your point.
Pregnant in 3 months.
Absolutely right, and sadly bro
Paul shaking his head at the end. Like yeah. Emergency fund. Consistent income. It’s common sense. Inside Paul is like why didn’t you do that to begin with?
It's so interesting how people keep commenting, “go flip burgers”. Places where you “flip burgers” still have an application process. You can't just walk in to the place and say, I WANT A JOB, and get one. Like any business, there's a protocol they have to follow.
He's an older guy, any manager is going to take his age into account. What's his experience, how long has he been out of work. Why has be been out of the country?…etc. All of these questions, (plus more), are what a hiring manager is going to ask and take the answers under consideration. This kind of scrutiny, most likely, will happen at every interview, if he gets an interview.
Me thinks John will need lifelong adult supervision. Not a slam, just a fact. It is what it is. My hat is off to Paul and the other expats who are helping John.
I also don't know whether John realizes this (maybe he does), but he is unlikely to return to the Philippines. His SS-based wages probably are not that high. He is almost certainly going to be doing low wage work after he returns. If he has a serious illness, he would have to stay in the US for government-subsidized care. He is going to be sending a lot of the little he earns to the Philippines. I just don't see how he returns unless it is additional generosity provided by others.
I feel like a lot of these guys look up the cost of living and don't factor other unavoidable expenses. If you hear $1,500 a month will let you live comfortably your SS checks better be $3,000 a month with at least $500,000 in savings for emergencies. Showing up with $30,000, no income, and no plan other than "make it last 4 years" is extremely foolish.
If the reason guys like this go to the Philippines is because they're low self esteem and lonely its not going to end well.
Paul is such a great guy! He has his life put together well, but finds time to help others. Bravo! Rare & comendable. My wonderful grandfather, who 'lost his butt', in the 1929 Depression, bounced back & left his children thousands, when he passed at age 80. He used to say, "Don't Tell me how...SHOW me how!"
Paul exemplifies my grandfather's best beliefs: he is actively
"Showing how" step by step, going way above board...How to help this man. I would have got "off that train" long ago...
I don't have the "light", or whatever..to "pull that rabbit...out of
that hat", so to speak. Hehe..Again, kudos to Paul! I just wish we had a guy like Paul..in the White House! Wouldn't that be sweet!
He gets things done! No matter what! Incredible. Thanks, Paul!👍🤩
Poor John...devoid of ideas, devoid of money, and devoid of pride. But what he does have is a belief that he's going to come back to the Philippines in 18-24 months with his pockets full of money, and sweep his lady off her feet. Unfortunately this is either an illusion, or perhaps a delusion. I wish this man the best, and if he proves me wrong I will be the first to say so. But John has gone from taking a hand up from friends, to taking handouts from anyone. I hope that part of his welcome package he gets when he arrives in his final destination, is a good cold slap in the face. Before he begins to even think about coming back to the Philippines, he needs to have at least 1 years living expenses for the Philippines saved up, without counting his SSI income. As far as him sending money back to the Philippines, I think he should. He fathered those children, so he needs to share in the cost of their upbringing. But he also needs to tell his lady that she'll get no more than 10% of his income the first 6 months, and maybe 25% after HE is set and stable...But I see a train wreck in the US for this poor guy, unless he stops thinking about all the freebies he's going to get, and starts thinking about what kind of man he is, and how hard he is willing to work to try and make a go of his Philippine dream Part 2...
Job well done Paul, sometimes doing the right thing is not always easy, on this video you made it look easy.. 👍👍🙏🙏
Thanks 👍
I feel sorry for the guys waiting for him in Chicago.. This guy will be needy forever.
Maybe they are just a ruse to get him out of PH (no bad thing) and off Paul's back
Your a good man Paul the support you and your friends have given is unreal. Hold your head high old mate.
Paul has kicked the can down the road !
There are some very generous people following this channel.
I've watched a few of these videos staring John...hate using this term, however John fits in the category of "Lacking common sense" what you see now has probably been John in his entire life. It's funny as mentioned by a few people who had employees just like John. I did to...they were walking disasters, I would cringe everytime I had to talk to them...the reason was I knew I was going to hear a very long story of another, "oh shit" moment! It is wearing because, one, it never changes, two, it's all about they never get a break...blah blah blah! Paul your good person because of the help you've given along with everyone else who's helped is very kind! I wish John the best and I how things change for John! Please keep us updated
Regards 🙏
Brian M
Paul thank you for the update. John looks healthier and more mentally sound. Hopefully his time in the states will be a growing experience and the next time around it will be a more positive experience for him and the family.
John first mistake was dating a young girl and he’s 60 yrs old!!! Second mistake was having kids!!!! He should have dated a woman closer to his age and he probably would be in a better situation!! Let’s be real, John is a piece of work!!
This is just the beginning.....not a happy ending.
He's a very fortunate man. Having made some poir decisions that could have been life changing to have a group of guys willing to offer financial and emtional support to him and those babies.
His experiences should be a guide of what not to do.
Let's hope he's able to return to the Philippines wiser and stronger realising
1. He gave it his best shot in terms of work and trying to support his kids.
2. Sometimes the difficult the decisions are the only ones.
3. Having learned from the mistakes and won't repeat them.
4. That he's been fortunate to get the generocity and support of the expat community.
I hope all works out well for him in the future.
like use your big head
John is very very lucky to have Paul & Co. He wouldn't have survived without them.
@@eddydavis9548 What's the problem with the guys in the US? Serious question.
The babies wouldn't survive without Paul & the other helpers.
@@RG-hf4et
He’s just saying in the “US” as a way of relating what John in the Phillipines experienced with Paul.
He’s using the “US” as a reference point. I myself living here in The US know a few guys myself who’re like John. Some just need to be left alone but others have used my assistance and are eternally grateful.
Best decision you both and Reekay have made is to send John back and get the help he is entitled to in America! He may also be eligible for Medicare/Medicaid, medical treatments, and better chances of getting any work assistance through the government for disabled people.
arnt you the goofball who wrote letters to the Filipino politicians trying to convince them to let you back in the Philippines during Covid so you can see your girlfriend?
Over the decades I've had "John's" work for me at my factory. Great back stories, excuses as many as flies on crap,sad eyes,poor me attitude.... 100% of the time they failed to have a come to Jesus moment and improve their life situation. 100% of the time. As long as there are people with open wallets to enable them they will go through life as they always have: "Please Help" sign in hand or with technology via the net.
Sounds like you are talking about your own user habits
You can’t save a knucklehead from his own knuckles. I 100% agree with you. I also believe Paul is good hearted and sees a need so he tries to help. He’s a good egg. Me? I’m in a profession where you quickly learn “you can’t save them all.” At least johns kids got medical help but I’d put the money into rice for neighborhood kids before I’d pour it into John. Harsh maybe but reality bites sometimes. I also know Paul does help Filipinos too. But no good deed goes unpunished.
This interview was eye-opening.
@Heather Mullberry And Heather knows panty stains. (Showering occasionally helps fyi)
We are better off with John just passing peacefully
Paul, you are a true Godsend for stepping in and helping John. May the Lord protect you always. John sounds like you are going through a rough period. I am praying for you and your family.🙏
John found some guardian angels. I wouldn't know what to do if people were so kind to me. I wish him the best back in the USA.
A lesson for all here: A medical issue can happen in a split second. We all need to be prepared. John had a stroke but luckily recovered. Once you have a stroke, another can happen or even a series of strokes can happen.......In other words, everyone get your act together!!! None of us are getting any younger.
Strokes can happen at any age, Watch your weight dont smoke etc.
Sounds like my golf game..stroke, stroke, stroke
As a younger person in 30s I definitely agree. I never take anything for granted and always focus on health #1.
You are a good dude Paul, even though you knew it would end this way, you (and your gang) still helped in the way you could. I have no reason to thank you, but thank you anyways for being a good human.
I bet Diana will be glad to see John go to America. The poor girl must be exhausted with him.
Yes,exhausted by him,because she cannot get any more money 💰 from him!! And as soon as he goes off to America,she will quickly open her legs to another!! I really don't feel sorry for these kind of Filippina's!!
Exactly!
Wow John you are lucky to have such great mate's helping here in the Philippines. Good luck
The cost of living has gone thru the roof in the USA, even if he can make 20 hour it's not enough to support himself without the funds to set himself up with a roof over his head and transportation etc, I don't think he'll be back to the Philippines
20 bucks is the new 5 bucks
A 15 day emergency fund is not enough. I have enough in my emergency fund to last 2 years, which may be excessive, but 3 months is the minimum, especially when children are involved.
John complains a lot of a guy living on other peoples money
One must have a good foundation to build a home and the same applies for emotional stability. This a good step and the 90 day cycle of social needs is right on time. Social security disability can take up to three years. A diagnosis is required and counseling is not an option. John can go to the states Vocational Rehabilitation department where they can give him a free diagnosis. It is time consuming as well and can take 3 to 6 months before fruition of employment. In the meantime there are nonprofit organizations that can assist with housing, food and clothing. Coming home to America is the wise choice so he can get the assistance he needs. Good luck John and good job Paul and all who assisted. God bless
I hope when I retire in Philippines, if I make stupid mistakes and poor decisions. There's a good Guy like Paul around to help!
Nope, he's one of a kind.......🙂
@@Ampman-wp5uv yep I had to change my opinion of paul!
Thank God for u Paul this guy wouldn’t have a chance without u. That being said, he has to man up & stand on his own 2 feet. I have a family member that my wife & I have been helping for years with $ $, resume writing, job leads, etc….& guess what ? He’s 8 years older & is in the same place he started with. My wife & I washed our hands of him about a year ago. We couldn’t help him because he wouldn’t help himself.
There is no doubt that he was already in that situation before coming to the Philippines. Otherwise, he would have family and friends to go back to. He was disowned long ago.
@Skipper Yea, I guess if you don't have a brain damage or something, there is no excuse not to lift off within 8 years..
I have a grown adult daughter just like that.
I had a similar “dump” on my neck that was found to be a fatty tumor. Once examined by a doctor in the US, I pray that the growth on John’s neck is just a fatty tumor that can be removed and he will no longer need to worry. 🙏
Hi Paul from panorama City California I hope John will do the right thing. Your support and your friends helped John a lot . That is the great way for John to get his life back going home.
Love the solution-focused theme to this video. At this point in time, John is a guy who needs professional help and I sincerely hope he gets the help he needs.
He does need help, help to learn how to love self. No Philippina or anyone else can do that for him.
He needs locking up, getting a teenager pregnant at his age, irresponsible, sad wreck of a man.
Paul, you and your Steering Committee have done your level best to get John back on his feet. Bravo - he looks much better, he's much improved and he has a good plan to return to the US. Once in the US, John still has a lot of work to do to get himself sorted out for his return once he reaches Soc. Security status. All in all it was the best possible outcome. But getting John to agree that this was the only viable solution was a major accomplishment. Bravo Paul and Steering Committee👋👋👋
I work at Walmart. I make around 40k per year before taxes. I support myself, pay all my bills, buy my food, and send my fiance 600 dollars per month allowance to the Philippines while we wait for her k-1 visa. I am extremely frugal and that's how I've made it work. So I know it can be done.
Good luck best hopes and wishes for you John
Amazing support group guys. I recommend working and extra year or two to assure a bigger SS benefits check. Allow for more room to take of the kids as they get older.
Absurd, he's already a walking cadaver. If he can get his kids on SSI at 62 with him, he will get at least $2500 -$3000 a month, if he can't easily make that work in the Philippines, he's an even bigger idiot than he seems.
John is the architect of his own train wreck. He should never have had a baby, with his health conditions and economic situation- he is in no position to be a father.
Yep and this not his first time go back look few years ago
And if the money doesn’t keep coming in she’ll cut him off from the kids.
This POS John is so rude and ungrateful not even one word of gratitude to Paul and other members. Let him suffer and rot in the Philippines.
@@builtnotboughtmadeinphilip3955 I don't doubt you are right. I want to look after my child but my ex only wants money for herself. Once a foreigner is in the picture all they care about is getting money from them. They don't care if the kids get any of it. It's disgraceful.
Two babies!, Ikr?
You know, sir , you and the community are a class act to help John.
Good luck John that things will turn out in the way you think they should. You gotta make an effort for a better future, sure enough but you have supporting people that are helping you.
Hi! Good evening Paul! How are you doing? Glad to note that John is moving in the right direction! Let's see what he can accomplish in the coming months!
Paul, very good job to you, Mae, and all the support group of guys. You all deserve a well-deserved round of Thanks. Not sure where John is from in the Usa, but Chicago as a final destination is harsh. Unless he was going to live with Mom or on his brother's couch. I've lived in Chicago all my life, and this is a rough town to re-invent yourself in.
Best of Luck to all, but I would plan on moving somewhere much cheaper to live than Chicago and maybe more friendly. Winter in Chicago is No joke, cost of living is very high, and I cannot picture a good outcome. To go from homeless shelter, to having a good job & apartment, and then being able to save for a huge retirement trip back to the Philippines with a nest egg and good prospects. All in 15 months !!! I don't see it working out very good at all. Heck just surviving in Chicago and saving up for the plan ticket back to the Philippines would be dream.
He said, after his arrival in Chicago, he has another 2-3 hours drive. That could take him to Rural Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana or even possibly Southwest Michigan. I lived in Chicago for 33 years.
God bless you Paul for all you have done for John.
I hope he is realistic and will action his plans. I honestly don't see his relationship with Diana surviving. Good luck.
John is lucky to have Paul and such a great support group. God Bless you all.
Not for nothing John you should get a vasectomy while you're in the United States you don't need more kids then you can come back and enjoy your family and enjoy life good luck and God bless safe travels 😊
I commented from the very first video that he should return to USA....its for the best. The kids are infants and he can return before they are too much older.
Good Luck John. 🙏
Good luck John! We'll done Paul & all the caring supporters.
It's not that easy even in US. At 60 yrs old, he simply doesn't have the energy and quickness to hustle like younger ones in manual works.
I'm glad he has come to his senses & is coming back to America to prepare for retirement.
I have lived 15 years in Chicago. I agree like many are saying Chicago can be Ruff. He will need help. A couch or floor to sleep on & some friends to be able to make it. Chicago is not cheap living & it will take lots of money to get sit up there. We all know about Chicago's winters & the wind also. John will need lots of help I think in Chicago. Keep us Posted.
He should have come to Texas, where it's been over 100 for 40+ days so far this summer. He could a baked what's left of his brain!
It might be time for John to read Dave Ramsey's "Baby Steps to financial peace"
Wow. I’m speechless to John’s story. The story is just the beginning. Back here in the US, where we are in a recession. John will have his challenges in surviving. Hope the best. Will follow this saga. Thanks Paul.
Jobs everywhere, Dino.
According to John’s video. He doesn’t even have a place to stay here in the US. No job , no funds. He starting from scratch. He will need every penny he earns just for him self to survive plus the problems in the PI.
@@dinomaddog9584 I've heard them say they someone will pick him up airport and give him modest accommodations for a shirt time. Jobs are plentiful right now. There is no reason he can't be living very minimally on his own, if he is committed and takes advantage of social services. But he can't make stupid decisions....like send money back to the Philippines for the Barangay.
I hope the best for John. Also I hope that thing in his neck turns out to be nothing. I will follow this story and pray for the best.
Great series... tons of lessons to everyone, not just expats or prospective expats! 👍
He’s been very lucky to be pulled out of the shit, by some decent people. But you’ve got to help yourself too.
Paul and all those involved in assisting John are to be commended for helping John. There are job opportunities everywhere in America right now. John can find work easily but it’s John responsibility to keep the job. Let’s hope there is a happy ending to John’s odyssey.
Those are some ugly chicks they're getting with
John looks great. I’m so happy for him.
After the storm there's always sunshine 🌞 Good luck John.
In my humble opinion, John should return to the US and never come back. He is obviously not equipped to handle the situation in PH, in spite of all of your help. Good on ya for your generosity, but there is only so much you and the community can do…
AGREE 👍👍
Great video Paul. You’re a good man for initiating this assistance for John. I feel that he’s a good man too. No malicious intents whatsoever. Perhaps poor judgment but that doesn’t make him a bad guy. It’s good to see him get back to the US and have a breath of fresh air. Do the things he needs to do and reevaluate everything. Nothing wrong with that!
thanks for sharing.
J
The very first video of John details how he was previously married to a Filipina that used him for money. There was also a second one described as a “money pit” so he should know the deal and not be naive at this stage.
Paul, great information you are given John. John, back in the day when I worked US Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Police in the country of the Marshall Islands. I lived on the base and my family lived in another city. I could not see them for at least once a year. We did that for 12 year. John, going back to the states to get your paperwork is a great thing. Have a doctor look at your neck though. Possible, you may qualify for SSDI or Social Security Disability Insurance. Paid monthly like full security but, given to those who are disabled. That is why get that neck checked out. If not, maintain until you turn age 62. GOD speed.