9 Months in the Philippines.

[@farashasapphire7226]

Aslie is so blessed to have you.. I wish I could find my blessing too. God bless and best wishes to both of you ❤❤❤

[@SouthPaths]

Us too! Soon !

[@Dutchy-1168]

That’s awesome …. What a warm welcome for you ! Worked out real well for you ‼️‼️🇨🇦🇨🇦🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@SouthPaths]

Yes! Thank you! Dutchy !

[@Dutchy-1168]

I went to the “ Taste of Manila “ in Toronto on the weekend … it poured rain , but I had the best BBQ pork on a skewer ! The best part was seeing all the friendly Filipinos ‼️‼️🇨🇦🇨🇦🇵🇭🇵🇭♥️♥️

[@dwrr4868]

Ive been watching you for a while Nelson! I like how you come across to people, Down to earth, nothing to prove to anyone, just wanting to enjoy what time you have left with a woman who brings you great Joy. You and your companion seem to fit together so good. You both seem like wonderful people. Enjoy!

[@SouthPaths]

I appreciate that. Thank you for your continuing support. Aslie is working on something, but the release date is still unknown. We do get along very well. She is a real sweetheart !

[@BIGALINTHEPHILIPPINES]

I did what you did but we talked every day for 4 years before we meet at the airport and now happily married for 2 years here in the Philippines... we are both seniors ...❤❤❤

[@SouthPaths]

Congratulations!!

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

What do you LDR guys talk about? After the “what did you eat today” conversation I’d be all out of words. I work. I exercise. I budget. All I need from a woman is sensuality and inspiration. A talk buddy seems alien to me.

[@PhilippinesMyParadise]

Interesting, informative, and great video about "9 Months in the Philippines." Watch from start to finish! Please keep them coming! Full support as always. Good luck, and best regards po/Ned 👏🎉👏

[@SouthPaths]

Thank you! Will do!

[@PhilippinesMyParadise]

@@SouthPaths 🤝

[@donnamarieh2312]

😊this is so great 🍃🌸🍃🥰💖🌿🌹🌿so happy for you and Aslie 🌹😊🙏🏻

[@SouthPaths]

Thank you so much!!

[@theplebreporter]

Where do you live in Canada? I spent 6 weeks in the Philippines last winter and I'd love to talk to you about it

[@SouthPaths]

I'm in Calgary. Email me at [e-mail]

[@listerine414]

Good to see a new vid up. Great recap

[@SouthPaths]

More to come!

[@moderndaydrifter4672]

Hey Nelson, it's good to see another video from you.keep speaking your truth it's going to help someone someday. I agree with you 100% about the Philippines.i love it there and will be returning soon for the winter. My wife is very excited about my return, something I never experienced with a Western woman. Don't pay any attention to the haters. Stay positive and move forward. Take care out there!!

[@SouthPaths]

I appreciate that modern, thanks !

[@WarrenRCG]

I was smiling through the whole video as your story reminded me so much of my first trip there last fall! The mall, the cathedral, the sheer amount of motorbikes and the jeepneys. I've been there twice more since then. Once to gather marriage requirements and again to get married. Today is our one month wedding anniversary! I'm typing this message from western New York and can't wait to see my wife and step daughter again! Hope you can go back soon as well!👋🤓👍

[@SouthPaths]

Inwill be home again in December! Congrats on your happy experiences!

[@SouthPaths]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Peace839]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice vlog. Keep it coming.

[@SouthPaths]

Thankyou !

[@josephgrudza3873]

I love the positive attitude. You rock!!

[@SouthPaths]

Thanks Joseph.

[@andreyzagoruyko5390]

12:50 EXACTLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SouthPaths]

Thankyou.

[@arozi1391]

Thanks for the sharing. I look forward to my visit in 2 months. Will be short, but will go back again if its what I think it is.

[@SouthPaths]

It will go smoother with a guide. In manila couple first days. Only suggested, though, certainly not required.

[@arozi1391]

@@SouthPaths Similar to your story I guess, I have been talking to a lady there online. And we plan to spend the 11 days mostly together. So she will be my guide.

[@SouthPaths]

@@arozi1391 I'm sure it will be unforgettable 😁😁😁

[@richsadventures1889]

I feel you iv been back and forth 4 times traveling around with my girl for 1 month each time. Wish I could spend more time, but I'm still working. The stress all comes back as soon as I get back here.

[@SouthPaths]

Yes, there is a constant low vibrational stress here in the west...its constant....I'm sure thenpowers that be want it that way. Why? I have. No idea.

[@richsadventures1889]

@@SouthPaths because they hate us. That freak up there and all the freaks down here.

[@fernandoesteban2345]

I like your style sir. I'm a local lawyer now retired. Pls emphasize that coming to PH is more than a plane trip. Time zones, temperate to tropical climate, and a strange oriental perspective to life and living. I know you get it, so I'm certain you will be a good and happy friend of the Filipinos, wherever you decide to live. Mabuhay ka!

[@SouthPaths]

I live here to learn...I.love this culture, American, is all about money, being famous, and being crazy in debt...no values at all that should be locked up to in Canada USA.

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

Pops, I enjoyed this chat you gave us. Inspirational to go there and be jolly. “Cooperate and contribute” was a powerful measure of your soul. I’m drawn to the Filipina personality but Thailand peace and beauty. Thai ladies are like tigers and Filipinas are like puppies. I’m torn between the two anyway. “It will heal you” is the end goal. May I be as blessed as your journey. I’ll try in 2025

[@SouthPaths]

I'm sure you will feel the "effect" when you are there. Especially in smaller communities like Los Banos or San Pablo.

[@Westcoastcat-ex6wc]

Great vlog. I worked in Manila and met my wife there. She took me to her home in the province where we got married. She wanted to experience Canada so she moved here after her PR was approved. Long story short ... we are planning our exit back to live in the province for good. Lots to do here to wind up and set up retirement but 12 months out is target. One life ... be happy. Will be starting channel to share all the hoops to jump through to set up pension pmts, departure tax ... urghhh ... , reduce withholding tax on pension benefits steps, health care decisions, banking plan, housing, travel, and kareoke 🎉 Keep well and hope to see more videos soon and maybe share your next steps to permanent move also.

[@SouthPaths]

Well my situation is work summers in Canada and spend Winters in the Philippines until my 65th birthday then I can stay there permanently on my pension. But yes doing a video of v-log about the specifics of getting out of Canada with as much of your wealth as humanly possible is a very good idea indeed.

[@maudave]

Hopefully you can make the correct decision for your life happiness. Been in western Samar for over a year and I don't plan on returning to the states. The stress being gone gained 5 years to my life. Wish you well in your decision. Take care

[@SouthPaths]

I'm decided...there is no way I will be in Canada 1 more day than required.

[@TheBadlildoggie]

Im in Ontario and totally agree, the Philippines is better, the peace, the FREEDOM, the province life, unbeatable!!

[@SouthPaths]

It's like magic compared to the tired west... no investment here in the people or infrastructure...it's just a place to work your entire life and pray the housing market saves you from poverty at the end.

[@Sunrvester]

Im concluding my 3 month stay here with my ldr. Going home and woll do so much soul searching whether to come back or not but plenty of reasons to come back maybe with the right ldr with no baggage lol.Thanks for sharing very enlightening indeed.

[@SouthPaths]

Thankyou and good luck in your future!

[@KB3TLE]

Wonderful story you had there - young man. (I'm 74) You will get back there and enjoy the place that much more - from the absence. I'm not sure if I will make it there - but I have enjoyed a couple year fantasy watching a lot of various videos ! > Just haven't been able to accept living out of a suitcase ? Too much stuff to do (?) - to shrink - to that small of a footprint ? Old and lazy I suppose - but I enjoy watching you and others doing it ! 🤗 "Live long and prosper" - Nelson ! 🙏

[@SouthPaths]

Kumasta po !

[@listerine414]

Hey Nelson. Hope your going back to Phillipines soon. I enjoyed your ''Jungle Coffee ' talks you would do.

[@SouthPaths]

I will return mid November. The chats will return.

[@johncalder-gx4bf]

Fellow Canadian here--Edmonton. Been married 18 years, have a 17 year old daughter and have lived in Leyte for 15 years--Typhoon Yolanda survivor-HORRIBLE. Enjoyed your video and hope you return soon.

[@SouthPaths]

Yes Typhoons are still something I'm going to find out about..

[@thewestons4408]

Good talk. It's not for everyone, but for the ones it is, it's fantastic. And a lot more affordable. Where in Canada are you?

[@SouthPaths]

In Calgary for now.

[@vandyrvtransport6430]

What dating service do you suggest to meet a Filipina lady?

[@SouthPaths]

Well we used... www.asiandating.com That's not amplug for the service...we met there.. if you havea few good photos and a nice worded profile...simple is key...then expect about 50 or 100 messeges a week. You can tell the scammers pretty easily..use your head. It's an ez site to use...never had issues.

[@brianmclean643]

Just subscribed mate, from the UK , I've been going to the Philippines many times, over the years, check out some of the island's

[@SouthPaths]

Beautiful place and people.

[@evelynmcclarren4924]

Been here 17 years. U have a lot 2 learn

[@SouthPaths]

Well.. I'm trying Evelyn. I'm still green I admit. Also..you mean you have been in Canada 17 yrs or the Phils?

[@cobracommander9138]

🤣

[@enzopastore5811]

Hello Nelson,Enzo from Melbourne,Australia sending greetings.l’m coming to Philippines in November by myself.so excited.😊😊😊

[@SouthPaths]

Research..plan well..use your sense....you will have a wonderful time!

[@listerine414]

Everyone seems to dismiss Manila as a nightmare but it sounds like Manila has its own charms. That cathedral and those malls , markets. Etc....worth seeing I'm sure. You described that cathedral well.

[@SouthPaths]

Manila is fantastic! It's so alive and the people are alive there. Not like the west.

[@PracticalPerson2024]

"I never want to live in Canada again after being in the Philippines" - this and many other things you share in this video I very much relate to. I have a very good life living in the Midwest USA and yet the first time I was in the Philippines I had such a sense of peace and freedom... it honestly seemed like freedom was in the very air itself... it shocked me. Wrestled with it for a time. When I returned the second time the same thing. And the times after the same thing. There is a whole different kind of freedom over there... what I would call REAL FREEDOM that we actually don't even know anymore in the western world or at least not in the USA. I also think the same things you do about all of these guys going over and thinking they are some kind of king or something... nothing is up to their lofty standards. They can't seem to see any good in anything so they just complain about everything from the dogs and roosters to the lack of restrictive laws (I actually have heard some complain about exactly what you described... a family all loaded onto one scooter... complaining "there must not be any laws in the Philippines... actually wanted them to be pulled over and fined) and so forth. Just cry and bitch & complain continually. Keep that crap back in the USA (and other western countries). When I see that over there I honestly smile every time because that is FREEDOM and I love seeing FREEDOM. Anyway, definitely agree with you on so many things. I think exactly the same... "instead of constantly complaining why don't you do something to help?" I want to be a part of the community where I live. I want to make it at least a bit better for my being there. Great video. Keep em coming!

[@SouthPaths]

Very little separates Canada and the US culturally now. It's.all.pretty bad in most G20 nations. I'm happiest in the province, close to a small city for photography and expertise. Love it here!!

[@mikk1332]

Great Video You live at the end of the runway at Pearson? lol

[@SouthPaths]

Lol..right below the flight path for runway 1, Calgary.

[@joycemira247]

Stay in the Philippines for good. Build up your own business or farm, build a family of your own there, i mean be wise in choosing your partner, not all girls are the same, but surely you will find a housewife that will be there for you no matter what. I hope and pray you’ll be alright.

[@SouthPaths]

Oh I have an excellent partner in Aslie. She is such a great chef...I try to convince her to open a small but top quality restaurant. Not yet but I'm trying.

[@altriplett9099]

Different size nails in the front hubs! Lol!

[@SouthPaths]

???

[@altriplett9099]

@@SouthPaths they use nails, instead of cotter pins to secure the castle nuts on the front wheel hubs in most cases! Plus, no grease cap! Lol!

[@SouthPaths]

Yep...prayers required...

[@Dutchy-1168]

When you going back 🇨🇦‼️

[@SouthPaths]

Ha ha ha , very soon !! Stay tuned 😁

[@JefferyYoung-zg7xn]

I can't wait to get. Back there

[@SouthPaths]

Same here...missing my girl and my adopted home.

[@philipjanek3864]

I've been to the Philippines 4 times in the past 2 years 😉 I never stay longer than 28 days because i don't like to deal with the government offices 🤷 i then go to Vietnam and Thailand which are both cheaper and friendlier!

[@kevink3975]

You can extend visas online….so easy if you know how to use a computer

[@SouthPaths]

Lol...well...I will look into that! I would love that instead of going toothed feild office 50 km away.

[@SouthPaths]

I got a good filipina...don't need to travel more.

[@RaymondSell]

Really??

[@jtns2845]

2.5 mile, 5 story mall of asia and no gangbangers, louts or threats, excellent. there is much pleasant about the philippines that reflects an easier north american life 50 years ago. christmas is nice there. oh a slingbag manpurse works well too. as for folks who don’t like the philippines, alot depends on your choice of companion, having male acquaintances and sufficient finances are crucial too. thailand is different and nice as well. for the first trip from north america i would visit both philippines and thailand, but not playgrounds like angeles city or pattaya, to compare. thank you for another insightful and pleasant video!

[@SouthPaths]

I have a couple guys to chat with there, local guys. Thankyou for your kind appreciation.

[@kevinwelsh7490]

I found that in Batangas City for example, all of the trikes had extremely low roofs on the side cars, awful! but it looks like from videos that in Dumaguette for example trikes all have high cabs. As a tall foreigner, what is your experience? How do you feel about those low sidecars?

[@SouthPaths]

In tourist areas, they are taller. Manila Dumagette, etc. In regular areas..yes a mix.. I have to hunt for a high top to use when I need one.

[@enjoyingCyprus.]

So why are you not in the Philippines now then??

[@SouthPaths]

I'm in Canada for 6 months for business.

[@Dutchy-1168]

The past is water under the bridge !!

[@Yashi-j1s]

It seems there was a blank snake on the tree behind you sir

[@philmcleod111]

It was a giant gecko lol

[@SouthPaths]

Stuffed, no worries.

[@altriplett9099]

They always meet you at the airport! Why wouldn’t they? They are worried about scammers, and poachers!

[@KenAllred-p1o]

Nicely done, Nelson. We need to get together at least one more time before you go back.

[@SouthPaths]

O, we definitely will, Ken ! Thankyou.

[@listerine414]

You did alot in Manila. But did you get to see Imelda Marcos shoe collection? Hmmm ??

[@SouthPaths]

No..can't say as I did pal...lol

[@BalkanMode]

Canada must be a terrible place. Whenever I go to Mexico it’s Canadians left and right. I suspect this guy’s love for the Philippines is exasperated by his dislike of Canada and counting the number of engines flying above. A young Asin girl would only improve that package -(for the honeymoon period).

[@SouthPaths]

Naaa..my 58 yr old filipina would not agree...

[@SouthPaths]

Canada... is an awful place...see youtube for info on that !

[@BalkanMode]

@@SouthPaths If there’s small age gap it may be a different story but you’ll probably need to deal with the finances of step children and step grandchildren. There seems to be something about money in Philippine culture which doesn’t go away even when they live abroad. I dated a Filipina a while ago (or more accurately she turned it into a date) in the land of Diversity, Inclusion, Equity. When it comes to pay the bill don’t expect any “equity” or equality if you are out with a Filipina.

[@SouthPaths]

@@BalkanMode oh yes...gramps and grans are definitely helping out..but its really not what alot of people think..we are talking a few dollars. And i mean..it's like.a.coffee a day. Helping is optional also...it's not required. But if you have some cash and more than you need...and your really in the thing long term with your filipina...well....why not help out a little.

[@BalkanMode]

@@SouthPaths The amount of money isn’t the issue. The Filipina I “dated” didn’t cost much. It’s the transactional nature of the relationship. If you have the stomach go for it, fine. You are buying a relationship. I’m not totally against it but the format I chose was for a shorter arrangement on rare occasions.

[@marcspace5144]

Your LUCKY or I'm UN-Lucky bro. 2 years in the Phil's and really had it . 1) A scam in buy a lot 2) difunctional services from health insurance (bankrupt ?!!) to Online banking that is quite a joke 3) Traffic is horrible as they have not ANY common sense of rules, using blinkers at night a lot drive in adverse directions and NO LIGHT at all !! 4) Administrations are a real hell, and waiting times 6 to 8 months to get something done. SURE You DO more with your money ...but thev steal all out of your pockets they can. THE men population URINATE every where when they feel like to !!!!. Horror hers sorry 🤮

[@Mikeycambovideos]

That’s just the beginning. That list is longer than a book. I left after 2 years and I’m so much happier in all the other Asian countries. The Philippines is the worst.

[@SouthPaths]

Sounds like any major city bin America or Canada to me.

[@PhilippinesFarmLife]

The thing I dislike the most about the Philippines is How the Food franchises take advantage of the Filipino workers. Many instances the menu prices are MORE than Canada or USA! Unfortunately thw workera are lucky if the earn more than $12 a day! Its criminal!

[@SouthPaths]

They get minimum wage for sure. I tend to tip extra well to help. I know the tips make it worth working there or not.

[@PhilippinesFarmLife]

@@SouthPaths unfortunately in many cases the TIPS are turned in to the manager. Then they are supposedly pooled and handed out toward year end. I have asked several servers when they are off site. They can get terminated for not turning in the tips.

[@SouthPaths]

Hmmm...if it were split among the staff at shift end, I could see that, but holding it for that long and with attendant turnover of staff seems suspicious....

[@craigothedago7763]

It is not what this guy saids..It is totally stressful from the passive aggressive service you get ..Good to be able to come home and get some good food and fresh air and destress,then go back..But to pack up and live there permanently is a bad move

[@SouthPaths]

Well, it IS what this guy said...for this guy. Your experience was different from mine. I find the West is stressful, and the Philippines is not. Different people have different perceptions, i guess.

[@donmills2167]

Your better of if you are a dog than a homeless person in America!

[@SouthPaths]

Sadly, it is the case in Canada as well. Lotsnof Veterans out there too. Lord.only knows what they have seen.

[@Decapitorr]

boring

[@SouthPaths]

Happy to waste your time. Please come again

[@FrankSchrock-p1r]

He put me to sleep

[@SouthPaths]

@user-zl9vi8oc5d Glad to have been of service. Sleep well.

[@LuckyForest-og8uq]

As a fellow Canadian now having lived here in the Philippines since 2016 i can only agree with you 100% its a Awesome olace to not only visit bit to also live and retire its so cheap to live here

[@SouthPaths]

It is. I also like to give back to the community that accepts us. A little goes a long way.