After divorcing Korean husband, I'm raising kids alone. The oldest one is in the middle of puberty

My three kids are all beautiful, but my adolescent son doesn't talk to me, and everyone says he does... but he's not going to college, and I'm worried.
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Air date : August, 2023
#lifeinkorea #internationalmarriage #movetokorea

[@fatihhh2719]

You can tell how great of a mom she is with how well her children turned out. They're such wonderful and sweet kids in their own ways.

[@Lmi.N]

Watching from Vangani ,India ( Bharat - Local Name of country) , interesting subject.

[@ellainz]

The eldest is "poker face" but he got the warmest heart...

[@cingdongualnam9626]

He just like my brother 😊

[@liveinpluto7355]

being eldest myself sometimes it means hold all negative emotions alone and try to be strong when things aren't going well in the family since if parents can't do it then the responsibility will be yours, so you learn to be quiet around family members, pretend to be indifferent tho actually you want to scream bc others, your parents and younger siblings already screaming

[@neangneak3817]

feel like a k-drama, but she totally a strong woman with good children. Wishing you guys the best :)

[@divine_simplicity]

All kids do, every kid just shows it different and some people can just not show their feelings so openly

[@lovehurts67]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm getting divorced with two sons, and I live in Italy without any friends and family. I have been through a lot, and I feel depressed every day because I have no money, no work, I'm not much educated, or professional work, but I chose to be a live for my kids seeing your video has motivated me a lot I hope I watched this video again and say yes I made it some day thank you

[@namiko740]

wishing you all the best 💜 i know you can do it!

[@qwenqwen1476]

You hang in there! All will work out in time! When one door close, another will open!

[@lovehurts67]

@namiko740 thank you so much. I appreciate your encouragement a lot ❤️ ♥️

[@lovehurts67]

@qwenqwen1476 Thank you so much. I really needed this, and I appreciate that a lot ♥️♥️♥️

[@chorcor888]

God bless your life and your family!

[@wilsanch8090]

To the mother: I suppose you’re aware about your son’s artistic skill. This will be your common understanding of encouraging him to go to any art courses.

[@LeannsAdventures]

Your son is an artist. Nurture and encourage his natural talents.

[@johnnypham2850]

He is talented. Math is ever in their society but he can excel in other ways instead.

[@Xolo95]

they're all adorable in their own right, the second son got the idol bad boy quality yet clingy, while the eldest got the boss quality yet warm

[@idawatiafang5976]

100%agreed with u

[@gyubearr00]

what the hell

[@mangodaguiotango]

If drawing is his passion and his way of expression, it should be nurtured and encouraged. As someone already mentioned, he doesn't say much but his actions speak to his character.

[@hyk33]

I teared up when Yesul read the letter from her eldest son. Well done raising up such kind children !! You're a star Mama Yesul!

[@idawatiafang5976]

😢😭😭

[@ninapeace6761]

Each one of us God gifted us in certain talents. Her son seems to loves music 🎼 If a teenager likes what he/she is doing that is what makes him/her happier. Anything can be a business profession such as, teaches music, cutting hair, cooking and so on….. God bless mom and her three kids and may the Lord Jesus guides them during hard times and protects her family.

[@jinxjinx8223]

I cried watching this. The eldest son has gone through a lot. Prayers for you and your family. Always be happy! 💗

[@Chantyyyyyyyy]

😢 I can understand where she’s coming from. It can be hard reading children at that age. You never know what’s going on and you want to be close to them. He’s not cold he’s normal. Most Korean boys his age are like this. It doesn’t mean they are bad or cold. They just want space and are finding themselves in this world. You did good mom. He’s a good kid ❤

[@AbiSaysThings]

I find it funny how they've all dyed their hair so it looks like a family of blonds 😭

[@humairahazlan1803]

The second son looks so pretty 🤍🤍

[@whatzittooyah9182]

I felt the same way as the eldest son when I was that age. It’s really hard to be at the age where you’re expected to plan for your future but you may not feel ready. It looks like he’s really good at both art and music. Mom should encourage him to try art school, or at least a couple art classes if the structure of school is too overbearing. I wish them all the best 💗

[@tobyk8125]

The impression I get is that the Cambodian heritage is completely erased which is kind of sad. Just an impression based on a snapshot of their lives though

[@Gneskos]

I don’t think it’s a sad thing, people eventually assimilate.

[@izzatfauzimustafa6535]

​@@GneskosIt's still a sad thing. Having a mastery of second culture and language (especially the one that belongs to their foreign-born mom) in addition to the mainstream Korean one should be a great advantage. Their communication with their Khmer relatives or grandparents could be easier and same goes to understanding intricacies of Khmer culture (do's and don'ts, music, level of politeness etc.). But I understand that every mixed-ethnic family has their own circumstances that make learning their ancestral cultures seem difficult. Sometimes foreign-born parents are so focused in getting their kids to be able to succeed in the mainstream society of their adopted countries that they don't have the time and chance for teaching and passing their culture & language to their kids.

[@gobo_12]

@@Gneskoswhy wouldn't it be a sad thing? of course people assimilate to the country they live in, that's a given, but that has never equalled erasing the culture that they previously had. if anything, people often bring it over to their own homes and families once they move. the food, practices, customs, language, clothes. this is unusual.

[@evanah8250]

Well done mummy❤ it's been a journey for you. Not easy to be a women..let alone a single mum. I believe all your children will grow up fine and well..they will take good care of you till old age 🙏 ❤❤ God bless

[@sikreto]

I also cried after reading the eldest son's letter. I'm also raising our son now not sure if we will have another one in the future. After I deliver him last year I recently become emotional whenever kids say something good to their mom from the bottom of their heart. 진짜 큰 아들 잘 했다. 어머니께서 정말로 그런 말씀을 들어주셔야 기운을 북돋아 드릴 수 있다. 비록 당신의 아버지가 당신을 버렸지만 하나님께서 살아가면서 부딪히게 될 모든 장애물들이 그것을 빨리 극복할 수 있도록 기도한다.^^

[@jasmineuelese730]

shes such an amazing mom and raised her children well too, hearing the letters but seeing how she is with her kids i wish her all the best.

[@Krob039]

His letter has me crying. My son is like him, quiet but caring. Many people misunderstand him,and when I’m worried the most I failed him he says in a few quiet word or gestures how wrong I am.

[@excuseme4300]

WAIT WAIT. I just realized after voluming up that the second child is a boy??? 😭😭😭😂😂😂🫶🫶

[@faith9224]

Same 😂

[@noalinalee9988]

Her oldest son is probably depressed right now which he should really get some help mentally, emotionally. We all can tell that he has alot on his mind that his keeping it to himself. This show k-doc should help her out with counseling for their families.

[@gobo_12]

yes, his responses during the meat barbeque scene shockingly reminded me a lot of my own responses when i was depressed. seeing someone mirror me, i think he is definitely going through something...

[@saranghamnida8170]

Most eldest son in korea is matured and a lot of responsibilities....stand as a father...good job! As a mom of 3 kids..you're doing great...strong and brave mom....you are not alone as a single parent in korea....i have a lot of divorced friends like you....they're striving hard hard everyday for the sake of their kids...but their lives are getting better like you...fighting....go for it..and never give up! god bless...

[@tunkytunky]

I’m confused by the mom who looks at her artist-pianist son and wonders what he wants to do in the future. He wants to be an artist. Let him do that.

[@mc93_]

Right, I’m amazed by her sons talent.

[@EXOglobe]

Lots of people are blinded by what’s in front of them. I think it’s one of those things that can never be figured out as to what makes a person see right through it. But I l believe it’s multi faceted as each person comes with their own experiences. His mother probably wasn’t brought up in a way where artistic ideas could be seen as a future. I know that Cambodians went through lots of hardship and is still significantly a high poverty rate. Plus their in Korea, a country which prides itself with the stereotypical be a lawyer or doctor which is seen as successful. All the mom probably knows is the good ok Asian wisedom, “study hard, stay in school, so you don’t have to fail”. Which is not encouraging, especially if you want to be a Artist from a middle or lower class family.

[@noele148]

These kids are so good kind Hearted! She's lucky to have them❤️

[@moonandsunrise7936]

Her son's an artist for sure. People say artists can be introverted.

[@Krob039]

I love how they are so normal and natural.

[@HKim0072]

Obviously the son should be going to an arts focused school. But, only well off people can afford that. Didn’t see what city they live, but looks too small to have magnet public schools.

[@harlee2191]

Keep up those piano lessons. He's so good. Beautiful family 😊

[@MrMannyhw]

Doesn’t matter. Just leave the teen alone. They will figure it out.

[@lindaknaras8828]

Great family. Proud of your son for writing that card

[@ampharos3106]

i feel like im like the son... quiet and aloof but i show my love in different ways. i didnt think about my future at his age too, i was quite clueless, i didnt even want to go to college.

[@the.marinator]

I think the son's energy and attitude is affected by his dad not being there.

[@jb1205.]

If you watched the previous episodes.... it was the eldest son - who encouraged her to divorce. He saw how hard it was for her. She initially didn't want to. He's just an introverted teenager going through puberty.

[@CJ-cz3hv]

Her eldest son if for sure neurodivergent

[@pollyyean-sn4vi]

I' m Cambodian American and I kinda happy seeing my culture on tv

[@Gneskos]

There’s nothing here about culture, but a story of Khmer-Korean mom facing obstacles and moving forwards. Culturally they are more Korean from what I can see. I think it’s a good thing.

[@andrewvan9261]

He's a beautiful and amazing talented soul with an introvert. ❤❤

[@lordwalker71]

The oldest seems depressed

[@chorcor888]

the subtitle they put should not be 100% reflecting what the character actually thinks, I think those subtitle should be more straight forward then self-interpreting of the editors etc.

[@cherrysakura2760]

He is fine . He's a young man. Bless the kids & Nanay ,the whole family ❤

[@kkkkuugggraaa]

The second son is really pretty handsome

[@judymckee5992]

I remembered at 17 years old, had such a hard time ( not an adult nor a child ).

[@tsitsidzumbunu7968]

Its not easy mum bt yu will fight all will be well

[@Dgshkkj_ddgvbnms18]

This is the reality of how u end up after getting married with a korean men idealizing specially with k-dramas.

[@floraflower02]

shoutout to the translators that had to translate the dad jokes that must've been so hard lol

[@gobo_12]

the brother must be really interested in japanese culture it seems. he's drawing in an anime style, has mecha figurines, and plays dj okawari on the piano lol

[@joannebaker4925]

The eldest son seem very introverted and withdrawn. He doesn't appear to engage much, his personality is not very outgoing but he seem to love his art. Perhaps that is something that mom could help natured in him.

[@juvylyngempesawberido-sald75]

The Mom looks like a Filipino half Pinay half Korean children

[@moktan289]

4:57 top left Cambodian flag so I assume kids mom is Cambodian and kids are half Korean.

[@Krob039]

I to raised my kids practically by myself after a divorce. It’s not easy.

[@Jewwie17]

My little sister is like her eldest son. She's always by herself and never interacts , but when u need her she's there for u

[@avishu2310]

She is husband and child of son is not korean 😮😮 that time when she was coming in korean, that time she had already 2 years son😢

[@Mia-cc9bm]

She's an amazing mother❤

[@brittneyhall4000]

how you feel after yoouer divorcing make me smile

[@pentekt14]

Here some advise for that kid, you need to explain him in Detail what routes will open when he doset care for his future. Only DOOM awaits, doom.

[@avarisun8383]

Wonjong has main character energy ✨

[@jeannoh2831]

Hul.. i teared up watching this 😢😢 so sweet

[@mikethegamedev]

The whole family dyed their hairs

[@RedDanganan]

16:11 I used to not want kids ever, but this changed my mind. I hope to raise a kid that loves me even though he or she may not seem like it. I think that's the best cause they show you they love you instead of just words.

[@Iyandmm]

As the eldest of three and a 16 year old ,I feel the same as hyeongjong

[@maileevyne5000]

It's nice to have a mother who cooks and cleans for you.

[@ystarcastle]

Adorable children❤❤❤ womderful mom!

[@Mariejeong]

Wow having her own salon in south korea is amazing..! Ang galing mo po ate ! Ako ngaaral pa lng para sa 미용 license ! Fighting po nakakainspire po ang story mo😊

[@kio_xx]

I thought the second son was a girl,,but yeah his indeed pretty inside and out, I hope.

[@TD-qx9cy]

I wanted to know why on korea of parents divorce and the dad doesn’t want the children they don’t owe child support?

[@tawiahgifty6949]

Beautiful and amazing family 😍,am mother of two🇬🇭🇬🇭🇨🇮

[@cortniturner6898]

I’m the second oldest of three brothers. No sisters. My oldest brother is turning 31 soon, I’m 26, my middle brother is 24, and my youngest brother is 20.

[@vivianidelacerda9708]

Respect! 👊

[@tadikata]

happy family ❤ wonjong such a good looking woah

[@DEEPWEB-.-]

The racism toward south asians in South Korea is kinda mad

[@jajatheexplorer9145]

Im crying as her mother reads the letter from her eldest❤❤❤ I hope them happiness and more Blessing❤❤❤😊

[@PawsNClaws_1]

*College is a waste of money. Kids are earning millions from online endeavors nowadays*

[@aceyuuv]

Even when i was in puberty i always joined family trips…

[@Chichi-i5w]

Wow maria sama ga mituri the song he playedd😮😮😮😮

[@Henry-ve3ye]

lovely Cambodian mom.... she is a great mom!

[@jaimyrparra536]

I think being the only guy in the family and being the eldest is what he is always thinking, that is why he likes playing the piano he wants to see the results. He feels the pressure.

[@gobo_12]

aren't there two brothers? 😂

[@jajatheexplorer9145]

Sana may youtube acct kaya sia?

[@BlueBenz2005]

Adele joke is so funny

[@chieramhelaicb3501]

Ang cute ng eldest nonchalant haha

[@thewokflame3582]

Silent love 😢😢😢 from son and grate mother

[@noalinalee9988]

I enjoy watching my fellow Cambodian women’s living in another country also it’s hard to start a life without your close love ones being there to support you. Over all I admire her strength to continue having to take care of her kids alone is the hardest job in life!!! Prayers to you and the kids that things will look even more brighter in your life also the kids as well we are all rooting for for you!!🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🫶🏼❤️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@WheresWhere-lx5ti]

Just so any kids happened to watch this video, I am very regretting not being with my mom in my teenage years,now I'm a 53 year old missing my mother very by watching this video.

[@nxxnova]

Stopppp now I’m crying lol god bless them❤

[@paulinegalido0814]

Em crying

[@noalinalee9988]

She should continue to vlog her life there in s.Korea since she is foreign be nice to watch a Cambodia women enjoying life there!!!

[@ishwari9991]

which song is the eldest playing on piano??? pls let me know

[@evenuyda3033]

Your children are good and have been raised well. Thanks to you. Pls tell the oldest son to learn to smile so that good vibes will come into his life more. He looks angry all the time and this is not pleasing to the eyes.

[@isabelgeronimo6449]

I liked him ❤❤❤❤

[@snjvrd]

The eldest son will take his own life.......

[@theresewheeler1498]

Where is the other oldest son from the Philippines

[@marie01ism]

If I made that poker face in front of my mom all day, she’ll scold and nag me to death 💀

[@her1468]

POV: U see valorant

[@1stfiller696]

Yoooo am i crying😢

[@joshkim561]

That's make me cryyyyyyyyyyyy

[@ChiiLaeanna]

I LOVED DJ FLOWER

[@minafepudan1736]

❤

[@ahn8595]

The daughter with blonde hair got a model look. They're all good looking!! Hope they're doing great now.

[@vyic3073]

but on 15:14 they referred to the daughter as he

[@ahn8595]

@@vyic3073 it's not a girl?

[@vyic3073]

@@ahn8595 idk they keep referring to her as he

[@runi2453]

5:01 oh… .

[@jsfansaddicted621]

❤❤❤❤

[@jamylanuruddin2673]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@cindyhj]

🥹🤍

[@mikaelaw9983]

Why does she have a Cambodian flag on her name tag? I'm so confused

[@Kopikokoo]

She's from Cambodia. Married to Korean man and already divorced. Hope this answers your question 😅