Your response to the Third World v. First World quality of life question was so spot-on, thank you. I"m a native-born Filipino who immigrated to the US with my family at age 14. I have gone back to visit numerous times, I already stopped counting. I got educated from junior high to college here in the US and have traveled to many countries in Europe, North and South America, Alaska, and Asia. It's true, those terms--Third World and First World--to qualify and quantify countries of the world are so subjective and quite frankly--mainly eurocentric. "First World(Class)" "Third World(Class)"...according to whom? A particular country could never lay claim "number 1" or the "leader"--all the time--in every aspect of life and living. There would be areas like simple pleasures, peace, happiness, cultural pride, natural resources; natural beauty, sense of family, community, unity, hospitality, and many more where a so-called Third World country could have an overabundance of such--where they may lack material things, high tech, world-class infrastructure and amenities, and world dominance--which are ubiquitous and often attributed in the so-called First World. Hence, people's priority must be in finding the right balance--the happy medium and median--in their lives. Numbers, amounts, materialism, conspicuous consumption...are irrelevant and they mean nothing especially when it comes to quality of life. It's for those reasons--and thanks to your vlogs--that I have decided to return to my homeland and live out the rest of my life. Eight Miles From Home was one of several vlogs which have reminded me of what I've been immensely missing in life, especially during this Covid-19 pandemic and quarantine: simple, peaceful, happy living--surrounded by Mother Nature and local folks...family...community. Breathtaking sunrises and sunsets and everything in-between. What more could we ask for?
The problem in the Philippines is not really the third world classification. It is about the gap of the rich and the poor which for me is the biggest problem in the society of Filipino people!
@Alexander, thank you. I am woefully aware and sensitive to the plight of many Filipinos back home. They're the same reasons that my family and I have done everything possible to help alleviate and improve those conditions in any capacity that we could: 1) by having been active in and supportive of Filipino-American grassroots organizations and causes, especially those offering full college scholarships (tuition, books, transportation, course related expenses, internships, etc.) to deserving students from marginalized families. Many of our graduates are now working professionals in the Philippines and all over the world, and 2) by providing housing in our family home in the city, to numerous college students and even workers from our father's hometown (a 40-minute ride away) who, otherwise, could not afford it. We've been doing this since we left the country in the early '70s. We have a 6-bedroom, three-storey family house in the city, so you could just imagine how many have been helped already--to this very day. Yes, we do count and share our blessings: one of which was the chance to have lived in both a Third World country and a First World one. That's a chance and opportunity, not given to many. And Eight Miles From Home's Sacha, J, and their adorable Story are certainly three of the lucky and privileged ones. And that's exactly why J's and Sacha's answers to the First World-Third World question certainly has hit home with me.
@Paulo Whosoever, sorry, but nobody here in this thread or the vlog has ever made that declaration: of the Third World classification being "the" problem in the Philippines. Besides, the huge gap between the rich and the poor is not evident--only in the Philippines and the other Third World countries. In fact, I'd even go further as to say that it is even much more well-defined and pronounced--in First World countries, particularly those "still" with royalty and colonies--from centuries ago...up to this very day.
@@mcq9667 I agree with you just saying my opinion because I also lived before in developed countries. I am just saddened with the Philippines in terms of quality of life in the lower class level!
If you want a great dark chocolate taste then buy the local TABLEYA or cacao from the local market. It is harvested locally from cacao trees, they have pods with cacao seeds inside. They roast, grind and mold the seeds into small shapes. It is dark pure chocolate. Filipinos use it to make hot chocolate (hot Choco) and other delicacies such as champorabo made with rice.
The term third world is somewhat derogatory in the case of the Philippines, for some time now it has been an emerging and developing economy amongst the ‘Tiger’ nations of East Asia.
Very down-to-earth, sincere, and kind couple. When all is stripped away, that's when we realize what things and who matters most to us. In all your videos I have watched, that is the resonating message I get. I was born in Manila and is now living here in Toronto. I have always desired to go back and retire there even though I am aware that there will be adjustments to make in terms of the lifestyle. You two are very inspiring and helpful in making a big decision a bit easier to do. Thank you. Lastly, I admire how you interact and raise up your daughter. She will be someone who is loving and caring as she is richly and deeply loved by you.
Thank you for appreciating Filipino good traits. We salute you for that. By nature, Filipinos, especially living in any part of the provinces are basically generous, kind, respectful, God-fearing and sensitive in general that's why l go with your notions about Filipino good traits. I'm sure everyone out there would agree, too and appreciate your kind words. God bless!
My question made it to your list! Awesome! When you mentioned me, I felt like you were talking to me directly.. Wow. 🥰 You made me really really happy...thank you from the bottom of my ❤️
Guys if you visit Mindanao try to contact Kulas "Becoming Filipino " (Canadian vloger) I think he can help u because his travel is mostly in Mindanao. AND about Philippines ?I don't think Philippines is a third world country? And so true Filipinos love sharing ❤❤❤
I watch your vlogs with Story as the highlight, she's growing up to be a beautiful, smart girl. More inclined to be more a leader, watching her play with the children around her. I love you guys, right on!!!!
Thank you for loving our country, I love your sweet kind and beautiful Daughter. 😘💖she's so adorable baby girl I like her so much stay safe and healthy god bless ...😇❤
just be safe when you plan to go mindanao and i think you should learn tagalog cos you can easily talk every Filipino in tagalog every region knows tagalog before you learn bisaya or other dialects
Its not just Batanes and Coron, Palawan. It's actually it's more than to see. It's a personal preference how your visit is going to be. The whole country; the Philippines is so diverse and it has a lot to offer.
➡️First and foremost Thank you so much for staying in our county. One big reason I loved you most is being honest and sincere to your feelings. Being locked down and other race is no descrimination.,decided to live in a third world country as they named is not a hindrance and stop the generosity support and kindness as being part of filipino traits and culture. ➡️2nd while listening to Q & A but waiting and hoping of Story's appearance was not happened😂I missed her😘 ➡️Lastly time will come you will go we can not hold or stop you but enjoy your stay while you are there as much as you like.. as forever❤️🤗😚
Good Evening to All.👍⛈️⚡Its raining heavily today,🙏👍 Nice to hear you've had plans of Exploring Mindanao..👋🌅Mindanao is the most rich in terms of natural resources,CARAGA Region or the Region 13 ($iargao belongs this Region) is known as the Mining Capital of the Philippines 🇵🇭. .
Setting aside covid19 issue, homeschooling Story is a great decision. Sacha is right, kids learn diff ways and looking at Story - she learn faster and effectively when outside. She can easily recognize things; procedures and terms. Awesome! Goodluck to your house move and enjoy island life. Stay safe from the virus and from this incoming rainy season.😊
interesting and sad fact the Philippines where the second most powerful country in Asia in the 60s and was considered as a developed nation however corruption and awful leaders took on and we are one of the only countries who were developed and became developing
@@evajunemarieapalisok5228 Please fact check your history. It's not hard, it literally takes a few seconds of Googling. The Marcos regime was from 1965-1986. The Post-WW2 to PRE-Marcos era was the Philippine golden age.
im so giggled when you uplift positive words that it is not just about the statistics just because that our country PH is a 3rd world country.... i cant wait to see Eden join you there in siargao...
You're the nature lover, it can tell that you're easy couple. Especially you're vegan you're easy to adopt any vegetables in the Philippines. Now you can grow your own vegetables. Enjoy your stay in Philippines.
You guys just melt my heart! You are so amazing couple. I wish you the best and hope all things go smoothly when you move to a new place. Your vlog is my daily dose of happiness..I just love your adorable little girl Story. From Mindanao living in SOS UK
Question for you two: By any chance, through your videos and your decision to move to the Philippines, have you met some people or do you know some people/friends who were thinking and are encouraged to move to the Philippines as well?
I hope that your experience with typhoon Odette will not discourage your staying here. Typhoons are a part of our lives that's why Filipinos have been trained to be resilient and still come out smiling through it all 🙂
Great to get answers to some of the things I’ve been wondering about! You do seem much more content and relaxed than you did in Portugal. Your videos have always been stunningly beautiful but they have been even better these last months - a real haven of peace in this crazy world
Guys, I know you will be travelling across Mindanao in the coming months. You might want to visit Davao City, you can find the chocolate factory here (export quality) local made dark chocolate. I' m sure you will love it. And also, Davao City is the heart of Mindanao where you can find almost everything you need - specifically ALL the 'Cs' you want to have. God bless you both.
EMFH enjoy your stay in Philippines peaceful ,hospitality exhibited by the people continue your good deeds .You have a nice vlogs to view enjoyable to watch
I like this family. Yes it's the first time I've written a comment for you but I'm sure you got 100% views and likes in your everyday vlogs from me since you started this Island life. I'm happy you embraced the natural way of living in the island just what Andi Eigenmann the famouse celebrity who gives her career in exchange for happiness at the Islands " Happy Islanders" and decided to live with the Surfing World Champion Philmar Alipayo. Hopefully you'll meet them guys, they're now building bread & breakfast place and I hope you'll meet also Philmar Alipayo the nice guy, he's teaching surfing now at Cloud 9.
I really admire you both. The way you parent and teach your beautiful daughter is probably the best experience she will ever have, and your mindset of living a simple yet happy islander life instead of the busy touristy city life is also admirable.
Hello goodmorning .... i enjoy watching your video and a little flow of tears coming from my eyes... thank you so much for loving our country (Philippines) even though life here is less opportunity compare to England.... i pray for your family for best comfort and a happy life in your home.. WE LOVE YOU.......
Wow, the questions were very good but your answers were spot on and sincere. I like watching your vlogs because I learn a lot about life. Batanes would be my first choice too and if you fancy a cooler weather and can get cozy, probably uou can visit Baguio, again. I am so excited for you and Story as you share to us your journey and adjustments to the transitions. Hope everything will work out for you and Eden’s joining you there. Hope that you get the desires of your hearts. You are such an amazing family. All the best, thank you and take care.
Pros and Cons of Tagalog and Bisaya: *Tagalog:* ✔️ Everyone speaks it, because it is taught in school. ✔️Most national media will be in Tagalog and/or English ❌The natives of Visayas and Mindanao do not speak Tagalog in everyday conversations. ❌There is a sort of regional rivalry between Tagalog-speakers and Bisaya-speakers. Tagalogs discriminate the Bisaya accent, while Bisaya find Tagalog difficult to enunciate and the words too long. Chances are, if you try and speak Tagalog to a Bisaya-speaker, they will reply in English. *Bisaya (Cebuano):* ✔️It is the lingua franca of pretty much 2/3rds of the Philippines - the Visayas Islands and Mindanao, including the regional centers of Cebu and Davao. ✔️Most of the other (non-Cebuano) major languages of Visayas and Mindanao (including Surigaonon) also fall under the Visayan language group, which means they are more or less mutually intelligible with Cebuano-speakers. ✔️It is the language people speak in everyday conversations in the region you are in. Which means not only can you communicate with them, you can also understand them even if they're not talking to you. ✔️It is less grammatically complex than Tagalog, which means the words are shorter and easier to pronounce as a rule. For example: Tagalog "ipinapakain" - "i + pa + in + pa + kain" (to let someone eat); vs. Bisaya "ginapakaon" = "gina + pa + kaon". ❌Not all Filipinos speak Bisaya. In most of Palawan and Luzon, the native language is Tagalog, so if you're in Manila or somewhere nearby, you will have to switch back to English.
Majority bisaya can speak ( understand) Tagalog , but Tagalog speaking people , majority can’t understand or speak bisaya .hehehe MINDANAO LANGUAGES TOO , MANDAYA DAVAOWENYA yan Yang Kanami linguahe sa Mindanao, but there are more languages In Mindanao. Godbless everyone
I'll say learn bisaya FIRST. Tagalog can be learned after. Ifthey spend most of their time in visayas & mindanao then wth is tagalog for? No need for that. English is widely spoken anyway
You should learn bisaya as there are more Bisaya speaking than Tagalog. Geographically, Bisaya is like the root of majority of Visayas and Mindanao dialects and you guys live in Surigao, so better learn the Surigaonon Bisaya and from there you can move to Bisaya then tagalog. You have english to speak of whenever you are in dire situation PLUS you have your gadget to translate it for you.
What is the purpose of them learning tagalog or bisaya? They can communicate just fine in english anywhere in the philippines. Locals would talk to them in english no matter the conversation would be. Its normal for filipinos to talk to any foreigner in english.
Donsol is where the sustainable way of viewing whale sharks can be done. :) also in Samar/Leyte. Oslob is the more touristy, more organized one. But it has become an attraction, rather than an eco/nature tourism experience.
Lots of dark chocs and Home cheeses in Davao. Heneleban Adlai too is a superfood and an Heirloom rice (not really a rice but tastes like rice) that's in Bukidnon. If you go on a road trip in Mindanao experience the bounty esp. August - t'is the harvest season.
You're so lucky to be stranded in this beautiful island! You enjoy fresh air, there is less pollution, no noise and its peaceful and quiet and you are not cooped up indoors like what we who live in the city is experiencing. I love that you feel contented with what the island is offering. Best of luck 8milers. We would love to have you here for the longest time possible!
I'm happy to both of you and your daughter. It's a beautiful island of surigao. Because I'm from surigao. And my husband loves it. Good luck stay safe.dont forget to visit grande island.
I enjoyed watching your Q&A... CONGRATULATIONS you both gave an excellent answers to all the questions!!! I feel so proud of being a Filipino especially when you answered one question about What trait you want most ...the word KINDNESS!! modesty aside...yes, thats a true statement.
You survived the pandemic lockdown here in the Philippines. The worst ever situation.... Now if it is over you will have a smooth sailing in living here. You survived the worst and the rest will be easy.... Your welcome to our country..... Good luck n God bless....
cant wait to see Story to learn surfing and be friends with Lilo, who is the daughter of pro surfer Philmar Alipayo who is native of Siargao...Hope your family meet them and soon colab....
Most essentials in life. You have it Jay , Sacha & Story. You can always have a good life wherever you go because you have the right attitude and principles of a good life. Nobody can give or get that from your family. Stay happy ..
Yes England is stunning like USA. Thank you for appreciating Philippines. I admire the many good traits of Fiipino people and I also admire both of you.
May I suggest learning Tagalog, you can get app online like Dalubhasa, etc. Then a private tutor for learning bisaya. I found out there is diff. kinds of visaya.Good Luck !
I am a filipino living in the US , just a word of advise, be careful to choose the places you wants to visit in Mindanao though a lot of them are truly worth seeing but some may be dangerous especially for foreigners.
Very interesting. Love listening to you. First met when you gave your little girl 1000 pesos and taught Her the value of money. I am learning about Philippines, having 2 online friends here.
The island life in the Philippines can be tough but bigger islands such as Cebu, Davao or Iloilo to name a few can give you the city life more. Metro Manila like Makati or Taguig cities are our version of the western world.
*For those who are asking why 8 Miles decided to stay here in the Philippines my answer is this : Filipinos love teleserye or telenovela on tv, a series of life stories , shown during weekdays. Filipinos like to follow celebrity stories, too. They cry when the actors of the show cry, they laugh when they laugh, etc. 8 Miles From Home cater that Filipino's love for life. The only different is 8 Miles From Home showcases real life stories of love, relationship, dream, challenges, cuteness, adventure, etc. Therefore, Philippines is a very strategic place for the kind of life this wonderful family is offering to the Filipino audience. Though Thailand and Portugal have advance infrastructure, the bond of life that you can get from people and from strangers is different and special here in the Philippines. The dynamics of life here in the Philippines is different. In effect, they get more views here, income wise and future wise. And Filipinos are happy for them.*
all i can say is i love you guys. welcome to my country. God bless you and protect you keeping you all safe forever more... may you grow old healthy and peaceful in my country... we will meet some day God willing... roel from davao city...
You are amazing family I love watching you always i learning a lot from your vlog, thank you for sharing many things about Sairgao, I do love island life having simple life surround with nature. Well done.
Hi, you guys rock! I have been watching your videos and your choice to be vegan really interest me. I am sort of a vegetarian and I am super jealous that you have those veggies around you. I hope you realized that you can eat just about everything, the ampalaya leaves, which is very good. The alugbati or you call spinach should be cut and eaten every now and then so you will have more, as it will grow more stems or branches. God bless you, guys.
Clothes, chocolates, and other stuffs may not be found there because the authenticity there as an island is being maintained. It's really good to be natural and accepting what's in there. You could not exchange paradise for those fancy things🥰Siargao is really beautiful.
As time goes you will discover there are so many mor amazing and beautiful beaches and places in the Philippines worth it to be visited come and visit them as long as Eight Miles From Home family are here
I always watch your videos and you guys always put a smile on my face. I am glad that you are enjoying your stay here in the Philippines and decided to even live here.
Since filipinos are taught english language since grade school, its not really that hard to communicate if you speak english also filipinos are the most westernized country in south east asia since it was occupied and governed by the US ages ago.
F A, English is taught as early as nursery or pre-kindergarten--even before the children are formally taught Pilipino, the national language. During my time in the mid-'60s, I only started learning Pilipino in second grade. By that time, I was already fluent in English.
I speak bisaya as I’m from Mindanao and for me learn Tagalog as everyone speaks tagolog and we learned Tagalog since we start school it’s like English. Would love to meet lovely couple when I go back home hopefully next year.🥰
Go snorkelling at Apo Island in Dumaguete. Story will surely enjoy seeing big turtles (pawikan) nd colorful corals and fishes. When you go to Mindanao, visit Tinago falls for the crystal blue falls. Its so majestic
I understand you are planning to travel in the near future to some scenic spots in the Philippines. In case you haven’t seen it yet, I suggest you view Finn Snow’s vlog ‘Top 10 Philippines (2020) - World’s Best Travel Destination‘. This vlog would perhaps give you an idea where to visit next. Happy travelling soon and all the best to you both and Story!
This couple is so smart. I believe that too, it's not about the statistics, it's about how a certain place makes you feel happy and content.
That marks, yeah! :)
Your response to the Third World v. First World quality of life question was so spot-on, thank you. I"m a native-born Filipino who immigrated to the US with my family at age 14. I have gone back to visit numerous times, I already stopped counting. I got educated from junior high to college here in the US and have traveled to many countries in Europe, North and South America, Alaska, and Asia.
It's true, those terms--Third World and First World--to qualify and quantify countries of the world are so subjective and quite frankly--mainly eurocentric. "First World(Class)" "Third World(Class)"...according to whom?
A particular country could never lay claim "number 1" or the "leader"--all the time--in every aspect of life and living. There would be areas like simple pleasures, peace, happiness, cultural pride, natural resources; natural beauty, sense of family, community, unity, hospitality, and many more where a so-called Third World country could have an overabundance of such--where they may lack material things, high tech, world-class infrastructure and amenities, and world dominance--which are ubiquitous and often attributed in the so-called First World.
Hence, people's priority must be in finding the right balance--the happy medium and median--in their lives. Numbers, amounts, materialism, conspicuous consumption...are irrelevant and they mean nothing especially when it comes to quality of life. It's for those reasons--and thanks to your vlogs--that I have decided to return to my homeland and live out the rest of my life.
Eight Miles From Home was one of several vlogs which have reminded me of what I've been immensely missing in life, especially during this Covid-19 pandemic and quarantine: simple, peaceful, happy living--surrounded by Mother Nature and local folks...family...community. Breathtaking sunrises and sunsets and everything in-between. What more could we ask for?
The problem in the Philippines is not really the third world classification. It is about the gap of the rich and the poor which for me is the biggest problem in the society of Filipino people!
@Alexander, thank you. I am woefully aware and sensitive to the plight of many Filipinos back home. They're the same reasons that my family and I have done everything possible to help alleviate and improve those conditions in any capacity that we could: 1) by having been active in and supportive of Filipino-American grassroots organizations and causes, especially those offering full college scholarships (tuition, books, transportation, course related expenses, internships, etc.) to deserving students from marginalized families. Many of our graduates are now working professionals in the Philippines and all over the world, and 2) by providing housing in our family home in the city, to numerous college students and even workers from our father's hometown (a 40-minute ride away) who, otherwise, could not afford it. We've been doing this since we left the country in the early '70s. We have a 6-bedroom, three-storey family house in the city, so you could just imagine how many have been helped already--to this very day.
Yes, we do count and share our blessings: one of which was the chance to have lived in both a Third World country and a First World one. That's a chance and opportunity, not given to many. And Eight Miles From Home's Sacha, J, and their adorable Story are certainly three of the lucky and privileged ones. And that's exactly why J's and Sacha's answers to the First World-Third World question certainly has hit home with me.
@Paulo Whosoever, sorry, but nobody here in this thread or the vlog has ever made that declaration: of the Third World classification being "the" problem in the Philippines. Besides, the huge gap between the rich and the poor is not evident--only in the Philippines and the other Third World countries. In fact, I'd even go further as to say that it is even much more well-defined and pronounced--in First World countries, particularly those "still" with royalty and colonies--from centuries ago...up to this very day.
@@mcq9667 I agree with you just saying my opinion because I also lived before in developed countries. I am just saddened with the Philippines in terms of quality of life in the lower class level!
Very well said..👍🙏
If you want a great dark chocolate taste then buy the local TABLEYA or cacao from the local market. It is harvested locally from cacao trees, they have pods with cacao seeds inside. They roast, grind and mold the seeds into small shapes. It is dark pure chocolate. Filipinos use it to make hot chocolate (hot Choco) and other delicacies such as champorabo made with rice.
I love watching your Vlogs.
The term third world is somewhat derogatory in the case of the Philippines, for some time now it has been an emerging and developing economy amongst the ‘Tiger’ nations of East Asia.
Yes sir, I am very agree to you
There are many places in the US that look like and feel third world areas,
Very down-to-earth, sincere, and kind couple. When all is stripped away, that's when we realize what things and who matters most to us. In all your videos I have watched, that is the resonating message I get. I was born in Manila and is now living here in Toronto. I have always desired to go back and retire there even though I am aware that there will be adjustments to make in terms of the lifestyle. You two are very inspiring and helpful in making a big decision a bit easier to do. Thank you. Lastly, I admire how you interact and raise up your daughter. She will be someone who is loving and caring as she is richly and deeply loved by you.
Watching from Dubai
perfectly said.
Well-said! All true.
Thank you for appreciating Filipino good traits. We salute you for that. By nature, Filipinos, especially living in any part of the provinces are basically generous, kind, respectful, God-fearing and sensitive in general that's why l go with your notions about Filipino good traits. I'm sure everyone out there would agree, too and appreciate your kind words. God bless!
perfectly said!
My question made it to your list! Awesome! When you mentioned me, I felt like you were talking to me directly.. Wow. 🥰 You made me really really happy...thank you from the bottom of my ❤️
Glad to know Story will have a part of her childhood in the Philippines
Guys if you visit Mindanao try to contact Kulas "Becoming Filipino " (Canadian vloger) I think he can help u because his travel is mostly in Mindanao.
AND about Philippines ?I don't think Philippines is a third world country? And so true Filipinos love sharing ❤❤❤
Philippines is a third world country 😅
I also mention that in my comments, About Kulas hehehehe thank u so much Edna , Godbless everyone
@@justmeg3583 You are.
Yes kulas already popular in the philippes and he is a goog guy think he can help u
@@justmeg3583 ...so??? What is your interpretation of a third world country?
I watch your vlogs with Story as the highlight, she's growing up to be a beautiful, smart girl. More inclined to be more a leader, watching her play with the children around her. I love you guys, right on!!!!
Thank you for loving our country, I love your sweet kind and beautiful Daughter. 😘💖she's so adorable baby girl I like her so much stay safe and healthy god bless ...😇❤
just be safe when you plan to go mindanao and i think you should learn tagalog cos you can easily talk every Filipino in tagalog every region knows tagalog before you learn bisaya or other dialects
I just pray everything will go smoothly with you while you are in the country. God bless you.❤️❤️❤️
Batanes and Coron in Palawan are two of the best places to see in the Philippines.
Basilan. Where eveeyday is newyears day. 😆
Its not just Batanes and Coron, Palawan. It's actually it's more than to see. It's a personal preference how your visit is going to be. The whole country; the Philippines is so diverse and it has a lot to offer.
Won’t skip ads from now on. 😊
How new are here.
Love to hear your response your loving Siargao.... Good you prefer to live there rather than here in the city of Manila..
➡️First and foremost Thank you so much for staying in our county. One big reason I loved you most is being honest and sincere to your feelings. Being locked down and other race is no descrimination.,decided to live in a third world country as they named is not a hindrance and stop the generosity support and kindness as being part of filipino traits and culture.
➡️2nd while listening to Q & A but waiting and hoping of Story's appearance was not happened😂I missed her😘
➡️Lastly time will come you will go we can not hold or stop you but enjoy your stay while you are there as much as you like.. as forever❤️🤗😚
Good Evening to All.👍⛈️⚡Its raining heavily today,🙏👍 Nice to hear you've had plans of Exploring Mindanao..👋🌅Mindanao is the most rich in terms of natural resources,CARAGA Region or the Region 13 ($iargao belongs this Region) is known as the Mining Capital of the Philippines 🇵🇭.
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Adoy Adto mag huya si KULAS sa CATEEL, mingaw da ako ngadto lalo na mga pag kaan
Mindanao has it's beautiful scenic spots, too. You can also consider to visit Palawan and Batanes, too. Thank you and God bless!
Tondo.
I loved the snippets of island life inset in between you talking to the camera. It was a nice touch of dynamism. :)
Setting aside covid19 issue, homeschooling Story is a great decision. Sacha is right, kids learn diff ways and looking at Story - she learn faster and effectively when outside. She can easily recognize things; procedures and terms. Awesome!
Goodluck to your house move and enjoy island life. Stay safe from the virus and from this incoming rainy season.😊
interesting and sad fact
the Philippines where the second most powerful country in Asia in the 60s and was considered as a developed nation
however corruption and awful leaders took on and we are one of the only countries who were developed and became developing
Sad fact.
That was Marcos regime!
The greatest Philippine president of all times!
@@evajunemarieapalisok5228 Please fact check your history. It's not hard, it literally takes a few seconds of Googling. The Marcos regime was from 1965-1986.
The Post-WW2 to PRE-Marcos era was the Philippine golden age.
With Pres Duterte administration, Philippines has changed a lot especially from corruption and the insurgencies. God bless Pres Duterte.
I am going to start watching ads all the way through since you said it helps you financially.
Thank you for so many positive words for the Philippines.
im so giggled when you uplift positive words that it is not just about the statistics just because that our country PH is a 3rd world country....
i cant wait to see Eden join you there in siargao...
It’s Story time! 🥰
You're the nature lover, it can tell that you're easy couple. Especially you're vegan you're easy to adopt any vegetables in the Philippines. Now you can grow your own vegetables. Enjoy your stay in Philippines.
You guys just melt my heart! You are so amazing couple. I wish you the best and hope all things go smoothly when you move to a new place. Your vlog is my daily dose of happiness..I just love your adorable little girl Story. From Mindanao living in SOS UK
Question for you two:
By any chance, through your videos and your decision to move to the Philippines, have you met some people or do you know some people/friends who were thinking and are encouraged to move to the Philippines as well?
Good morning world! And good morning to Story 😘 and to you J and Sacha, of course 🥰. Happy to see you guys again. 😉
There's less Covid cases in Portugal (around 50K) than in the Phils (110K and climbing).
I hope that your experience with typhoon Odette will not discourage your staying here. Typhoons are a part of our lives that's why Filipinos have been trained to be resilient and still come out smiling through it all 🙂
Great to get answers to some of the things I’ve been wondering about! You do seem much more content and relaxed than you did in Portugal. Your videos have always been stunningly beautiful but they have been even better these last months - a real haven of peace in this crazy world
Happy that you will be living in the Philippines. A lot of adventures to come for sure!
Guys, I know you will be travelling across Mindanao in the coming months. You might want to visit Davao City, you can find the chocolate factory here (export quality) local made dark chocolate. I' m sure you will love it. And also, Davao City is the heart of Mindanao where you can find almost everything you need - specifically ALL the 'Cs' you want to have. God bless you both.
Its official💖🏡
Welcome to our country Jmayel, Sacha and Story👨👩👧🏝
May u have a wonderful life here 🇵🇭🏖💝
Hope u stay well and safe🤗
xoxo❤❤❤
Thanks both of you for liking my country, am so proud that you choose philippines
EMFH enjoy your stay in Philippines peaceful ,hospitality exhibited by the people continue your good deeds .You have a nice vlogs to view enjoyable to watch
Enjoying watching your Q and A. and Thank you for liking and loving our country The Philippines Siargao 🇵🇭 ❤.
🥰🥰🥰 HELLO TO THE LOVELY FAMILY... GOODEVENING GUYS...
I like this family. Yes it's the first time I've written a comment for you but I'm sure you got 100% views and likes in your everyday vlogs from me since you started this Island life. I'm happy you embraced the natural way of living in the island just what Andi Eigenmann the famouse celebrity who gives her career in exchange for happiness at the Islands " Happy Islanders" and decided to live with the Surfing World Champion Philmar Alipayo. Hopefully you'll meet them guys, they're now building bread & breakfast place and I hope you'll meet also Philmar Alipayo the nice guy, he's teaching surfing now at Cloud 9.
Story hopefully will become a future Marine biologist yay😍
I really admire you both. The way you parent and teach your beautiful daughter is probably the best experience she will ever have, and your mindset of living a simple yet happy islander life instead of the busy touristy city life is also admirable.
Hello goodmorning .... i enjoy watching your video and a little flow of tears coming from my eyes... thank you so much for loving our country (Philippines) even though life here is less opportunity compare to England.... i pray for your family for best comfort and a happy life in your home.. WE LOVE YOU.......
I don't usually watch serious Q&A coz I get bored..but yours is totally different..i got hooked watching all the way through..love it!♡♡♡
I love your videos so much! Can't wait to see your new home! Welcome to our Filipino Family ❤️❤️❤️
Thanks for LOVING my COUNTRY. HOW'S CUTE STORY DOING? STAY SAFE.
Hi! guys its nice to hear that you will stay longer in here in philippines so happy to hear 😍😍😍
Thank you for loving our country especially siargao. May I know if there are also some foreigners like you who are now living in siargao .
Wow, the questions were very good but your answers were spot on and sincere. I like watching your vlogs because I learn a lot about life. Batanes would be my first choice too and if you fancy a cooler weather and can get cozy, probably uou can visit Baguio, again. I am so excited for you and Story as you share to us your journey and adjustments to the transitions. Hope everything will work out for you and Eden’s joining you there. Hope that you get the desires of your hearts. You are such an amazing family. All the best, thank you and take care.
Pros and Cons of Tagalog and Bisaya:
*Tagalog:*
✔️ Everyone speaks it, because it is taught in school.
✔️Most national media will be in Tagalog and/or English
❌The natives of Visayas and Mindanao do not speak Tagalog in everyday conversations.
❌There is a sort of regional rivalry between Tagalog-speakers and Bisaya-speakers. Tagalogs discriminate the Bisaya accent, while Bisaya find Tagalog difficult to enunciate and the words too long. Chances are, if you try and speak Tagalog to a Bisaya-speaker, they will reply in English.
*Bisaya (Cebuano):*
✔️It is the lingua franca of pretty much 2/3rds of the Philippines - the Visayas Islands and Mindanao, including the regional centers of Cebu and Davao.
✔️Most of the other (non-Cebuano) major languages of Visayas and Mindanao (including Surigaonon) also fall under the Visayan language group, which means they are more or less mutually intelligible with Cebuano-speakers.
✔️It is the language people speak in everyday conversations in the region you are in. Which means not only can you communicate with them, you can also understand them even if they're not talking to you.
✔️It is less grammatically complex than Tagalog, which means the words are shorter and easier to pronounce as a rule. For example: Tagalog "ipinapakain" - "i + pa + in + pa + kain" (to let someone eat); vs. Bisaya "ginapakaon" = "gina + pa + kaon".
❌Not all Filipinos speak Bisaya. In most of Palawan and Luzon, the native language is Tagalog, so if you're in Manila or somewhere nearby, you will have to switch back to English.
Regardless both languages are closely related and once you learn one, you will find it easier to learn the other.
Majority bisaya can speak ( understand) Tagalog , but Tagalog speaking people , majority can’t understand or speak bisaya .hehehe MINDANAO LANGUAGES TOO , MANDAYA DAVAOWENYA yan Yang Kanami linguahe sa Mindanao, but there are more languages In Mindanao. Godbless everyone
I'll say learn bisaya FIRST. Tagalog can be learned after. Ifthey spend most of their time in visayas & mindanao then wth is tagalog for? No need for that. English is widely spoken anyway
You should learn bisaya as there are more Bisaya speaking than Tagalog. Geographically, Bisaya is like the root of majority of Visayas and Mindanao dialects and you guys live in Surigao, so better learn the Surigaonon Bisaya and from there you can move to Bisaya then tagalog. You have english to speak of whenever you are in dire situation PLUS you have your gadget to translate it for you.
What is the purpose of them learning tagalog or bisaya? They can communicate just fine in english anywhere in the philippines. Locals would talk to them in english no matter the conversation would be. Its normal for filipinos to talk to any foreigner in english.
Donsol is where the sustainable way of viewing whale sharks can be done. :) also in Samar/Leyte.
Oslob is the more touristy, more organized one. But it has become an attraction, rather than an eco/nature tourism experience.
Lots of dark chocs and Home cheeses in Davao. Heneleban Adlai too is a superfood and an Heirloom rice (not really a rice but tastes like rice) that's in Bukidnon. If you go on a road trip in Mindanao experience the bounty esp. August - t'is the harvest season.
You're so lucky to be stranded in this beautiful island! You enjoy fresh air, there is less pollution, no noise and its peaceful and quiet and you are not cooped up indoors like what we who live in the city is experiencing. I love that you feel contented with what the island is offering. Best of luck 8milers. We would love to have you here for the longest time possible!
I'm happy to both of you and your daughter. It's a beautiful island of surigao. Because I'm from surigao. And my husband loves it. Good luck stay safe.dont forget to visit grande island.
You are VERY lucky that you are protected in isolation and enjoy the sea and sun at the same time !
I enjoyed watching your Q&A... CONGRATULATIONS you both gave an excellent answers to all the questions!!! I feel so proud of being a Filipino especially when you answered one question about What trait you want most ...the word KINDNESS!! modesty aside...yes, thats a true statement.
Thank you for bringing sunshine into our world!
Thank you for sharing your amazing journey- what a wonderful outlook on life. Home is truly where your heart is.
You survived the pandemic lockdown here in the Philippines. The worst ever situation.... Now if it is over you will have a smooth sailing in living here. You survived the worst and the rest will be easy.... Your welcome to our country..... Good luck n God bless....
cant wait to see Story to learn surfing and be friends with Lilo, who is the daughter of pro surfer Philmar Alipayo who is native of Siargao...Hope your family meet them and soon colab....
Yes! My favorite foreign blogger and family. Watching from Dasmarinas Cavite.
Most essentials in life. You have it Jay , Sacha & Story. You can always have a good life wherever you go because you have the right attitude and principles of a good life. Nobody can give or get that from your family. Stay happy ..
Love your humble attitude... Oh still got so many vids to watch for update.
Lovely words! hoping pandemic will finish soon so you can see other place near Provinces like Bohol, Buracay,Palawan, Manila.
Yes England is stunning like USA. Thank you for appreciating Philippines. I admire the many good traits of Fiipino people and I also admire both of you.
We've been homeschooling for 7 years now. My daughter is 17 now and she still loves it. The best decision we made for the family.
When J said, "5 years" The look on Sacha's face and her laugh.....
May I suggest learning Tagalog, you can get app online like Dalubhasa, etc. Then a private tutor for learning bisaya. I found out there is diff. kinds of visaya.Good Luck !
Yes..learn Tagalog first..it is the.most widely spoken..
I am a filipino living in the US , just a word of advise, be careful to choose the places you wants to visit in Mindanao though a lot of them are truly worth seeing but some may be dangerous especially for foreigners.
Thank you so much for sharing so much of yourselves.I truly enjoyed this...Have a great Day from Canada
Very interesting. Love listening to you. First met when you gave your little girl 1000 pesos and taught
Her the value of money. I am learning about Philippines, having 2 online friends here.
The island life in the Philippines can be tough but bigger islands such as Cebu, Davao or Iloilo to name a few can give you the city life more. Metro Manila like Makati or Taguig cities are our version of the western world.
*For those who are asking why 8 Miles decided to stay here in the Philippines my answer is this : Filipinos love teleserye or telenovela on tv, a series of life stories , shown during weekdays. Filipinos like to follow celebrity stories, too. They cry when the actors of the show cry, they laugh when they laugh, etc. 8 Miles From Home cater that Filipino's love for life. The only different is 8 Miles From Home showcases real life stories of love, relationship, dream, challenges, cuteness, adventure, etc. Therefore, Philippines is a very strategic place for the kind of life this wonderful family is offering to the Filipino audience. Though Thailand and Portugal have advance infrastructure, the bond of life that you can get from people and from strangers is different and special here in the Philippines. The dynamics of life here in the Philippines is different. In effect, they get more views here, income wise and future wise. And Filipinos are happy for them.*
It's a beautiful island. Will surely visit Siargao after the covid situation. Enjoy your time there!
all i can say is i love you guys. welcome to my country. God bless you and protect you keeping you all safe forever more... may you grow old healthy and peaceful in my country... we will meet some day God willing... roel from davao city...
I wish to invite you in my hometown, balingasag. Maybe take a short trip to camiguin, cagayan de oro, bukidnon and the city waterfalls, iligan city.
Balingasag is very nice place
You are amazing family I love watching you always i learning a lot from your vlog, thank you for sharing many things about Sairgao, I do love island life having simple life surround with nature. Well done.
I'd been to the UK and I love the way you preserve your culture and gentility. I, too loves to in a laid-back community. 🙌❤️
Enjoy your stay here guys! You're living in the Pearl of the Orient Seas!
Hi, you guys rock! I have been watching your videos and your choice to be vegan really interest me. I am sort of a vegetarian and I am super jealous that you have those veggies around you. I hope you realized that you can eat just about everything, the ampalaya leaves, which is very good. The alugbati or you call spinach should be cut and eaten every now and then so you will have more, as it will grow more stems or branches.
God bless you, guys.
This beautiful family is living the dream!!❤ I would also love to live in an island!
I love the sincerity in every vlog.
Clothes, chocolates, and other stuffs may not be found there because the authenticity there as an island is being maintained. It's really good to be natural and accepting what's in there. You could not exchange paradise for those fancy things🥰Siargao is really beautiful.
I can’t wait to see Story speaking Visaya someday ☺️
💕💕💕thank you for answering those questions...😍
Lovely fam, not skipping ads for you my fave fambam!
absolute I commend your thoughts and how perceptions you have and in share, well done
Love you guys!!! Happy to know that you love the Philippines!! You're so blessed to a cute daughter like Story!!!!💗🧡♥️❤️💓💚💛
As time goes you will discover there are so many mor amazing and beautiful beaches and places in the Philippines worth it to be visited come and visit them as long as Eight Miles From Home family are here
I always watch your videos and you guys always put a smile on my face. I am glad that you are enjoying your stay here in the Philippines and decided to even live here.
I'm a bit shocked about the language barrier being less in the Philippines than in Portugal
Since filipinos are taught english language since grade school, its not really that hard to communicate if you speak english also filipinos are the most westernized country in south east asia since it was occupied and governed by the US ages ago.
It is not. English is mandatory in portuguese schools from third grade. Before it was fifth grade for most pupils.
The Philippines does not only Teach English, the teach all subjects in English. All legal documents are in English and it is a Official language.
F A, English is taught as early as nursery or pre-kindergarten--even before the children are formally taught Pilipino, the national language. During my time in the mid-'60s, I only started learning Pilipino in second grade. By that time, I was already fluent in English.
You may include Camiguin Island in Northern Mindanao..Island w 7 volcanos...hot n cold springs..beautiful island too
Parents know best. You are both doing very well in raising Story.
You guys are wonderful and so right in all your brave choices. Your little girl is an angel. Take care and good luck!
Learn tagalog because understand tagalog everywhere. You can communicate with them easily. Good luck guys and God Bless
I speak bisaya as I’m from Mindanao and for me learn Tagalog as everyone speaks tagolog and we learned Tagalog since we start school it’s like English. Would love to meet lovely couple when I go back home hopefully next year.🥰
Ahhh 🥰 I love you guys. Be safe always And I miss Story today! 😕
Praying for your whole family to have a safe, happy, healthy and blessed stay in the Philippines
Go snorkelling at Apo Island in Dumaguete. Story will surely enjoy seeing big turtles (pawikan) nd colorful corals and fishes. When you go to Mindanao, visit Tinago falls for the crystal blue falls. Its so majestic
I understand you are planning to travel in the near future to some scenic spots in the Philippines. In case you haven’t seen it yet, I suggest you view Finn Snow’s vlog ‘Top 10 Philippines (2020) - World’s Best Travel Destination‘. This vlog would perhaps give you an idea where to visit next. Happy travelling soon and all the best to you both and Story!
I always love watching your vlog! Stay safe lovely 👪!