I Packed Myself In A Box To Surprise My Former Domestic Helper | On The Red Dot - Finding Auntie

[@compounding999]

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

[@vingascon4113]

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

[@johnnytampocao7671]

Yeah, I'm an old man but when I watched this story I shed tears as well and can't control it...she raised a loving Charlyn who consider her as her second Mom. I hope the connection and bonding between them will continue. What a great story...😢😢

[@RichieDb2]

I personally know an "auntie," or what we call a yaya in the Philippines. She sacrificed her future by staying to care for her 'kids' (alaga) until she grew old, instead of marrying a suitor who had been willing to build a family with her when she was younger.

[@esrichlyn6543]

This story put my eyes in😢 auntie was soft spoken. And devoted to take of her, that’s why she didn’t have children of her own. But, she doesn’t regret at all.

[@redsnipper5450]

My eyes teary😢

[@cmleong]

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

[@angiecoers6255]

Charlyn sound and asks like a princess.

[@Patrick-w1q]

@@angiecoers6255sadly……the contrast in their lives…just hope Charlyn understands how lucky she has been compared. First world and third!

[@yeonitoki]

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

[@terreting2]

I hope you two still keep good contact❤

[@Kleberei]

Wow, shitty parents.

[@mariansue709]

I hope you will find her someday 🦋

[@Icecandy1882]

I hope you'll find her and get to reunite

[@thomaschristopherwhite9043]

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

[@zambrendump]

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

[@danielwong2333]

She is kind of your second mom

[@LL-fs8tk]

And most of the family and friends will take advantage of the kindness, like her friend who never return her money.. I pray God will provide for her needs, give her good health and happiness with her husband Randy

[@rashminable]

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

[@Icecandy1882]

Indeed a valuable co-parent

[@slevinlindsay3624]

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

[@Katowice_1]

@@slevinlindsay3624its the sad reality we faced nowadays.

[@invinciblemode]

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

[@JustineTime-tx2no]

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

[@HenryAdolfo-ox2rl]

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

[@ryanrhea1]

❤

[@kbgirel6965]

That’s wonderful

[@ernalove2149]

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

[@Lilies-sl5qm]

❤❤❤

[@rosselm8222]

Wow ! god Bless them

[@snehap4404]

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

[@Icecandy1882]

Same

[@rubyannrosario6956]

Same here😢

[@loidsadventure2754]

Me too 😢

[@wendyjustine3600]

Me too 😢

[@emvaldez7558]

Same here 😢

[@reyalbertlumawag8600]

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

[@Noreen_Reynoso22]

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

[@bannanna.]

This is beautiful ❤

[@Noreen_Reynoso22]

@@bannanna. ❤️

[@mikelawre6190]

Beautiful story ❤

[@Noreen_Reynoso22]

@@mikelawre6190 ❤️

[@Noreen_Reynoso22]

@@mikelawre6190 ❤️

[@roseldizon3835]

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

[@marvinbunagan9185]

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

[@indragurung9946]

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

[@HosaDibo]

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

[@Lilies-sl5qm]

Indeed.. Praise be to our living God. Amen

[@HectorC-b8g]

Amen to that! Amen! ...

[@LeonardSim_93]

We also had a domestic helper who was with us for 30 years since 1989. She returned to the city of Baguio in Philippines due to Covid and her family needing her back. 5 years later (today), we are planning a surprise trip to the mountain provinces next month (Dec 2024) to see her. She has spent half her life taking care of us, and it just feels right that we visit where she puts up today. Edit: in the comments section below I posted an update of my trip on 10 December. Thanks everyone!

[@Missselma32]

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

[@myrnasantico679]

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

[@JeffryManhulad]

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

[@igorotananny5196]

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

[@cheniepenny]

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

[@pt6637]

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

[@johnbobson1557]

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

[@chinchowpowpook]

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

[@batangquiapo4161]

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

[@cutiepatootie4310]

Yes pleaseeee 😭

[@eduardomaldonado1647]

@@chinchowpowpook If the family in Singapore could afford a maid they could have afford give this older lady a good wage so when she go back home she could have built herself a good home. 10 years of service is long time. IF she had raised my kids like that for 10 years of good service I would have given her enough money to buy herself a good house in phillipines as retirement gift. 10-20K in phillipines is enough buy a house in provinces in singapore it is peanuts. They should have saved her a fund 2k a year for every year of service.

[@joelorensolano16]

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

[@yvonnelandong1713]

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

[@lilzuplada1564]

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

[@Icecandy1882]

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

[@bilogskii2216]

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

[@ernestkj]

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

[@mabef2484]

​@@bilogskii2216before the reformation of education curriculum, some finished college at age of 19 in PH and the late age is 22.

[@mangotree8]

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

[@stuka80]

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

[@johnbobson1557]

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

[@mikelawre6190]

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

[@stuka80]

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

[@ciocomacchiatto9029]

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

[@chaotiongsai]

Love stealing too. Stealing is part of the culture.

[@arvinmarkflores5725]

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

[@Greentea-i3h]

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

[@mikelawre6190]

I missed that part cause my eyes wept a bucket 😂

[@jorenuy8142]

Couldn't agree more.

[@mariafayec.5746]

​@@jorenuy8142Yes.

[@dr.g3813]

I lost count how many times these two beautiful souls brought tears to my eyes. May this world be blessed with more people like these two.

[@THELOST8707TRAVELER]

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

[@yahoobolt]

well said. love sown, liove reaped.

[@mariafayec.5746]

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

[@Rhythym_Jay]

How Charlyn look at Aunt Amy is full of love, concern, and longing. You really see the bond between them. This is very heartwarming.

[@richiemochi]

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

[@diekerydock]

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

[@craftside007]

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

[@RejaDalimunthe]

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

[@diegoalcantaras5580]

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

[@mmej726]

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

[@ar3p293]

Comeback again brother you're always welcome here

[@bainot9368]

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

[@RRQPH]

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

[@solomiosisante5696]

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

[@mishy460]

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

[@lah_bang2179]

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

[@fzuma]

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

[@dance4ever940]

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

[@MsWatchamakulit]

I would support a gofund me for her.

[@Lilies-sl5qm]

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

[@benjz72]

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

[@DanteDeato]

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

[@KeislerTV]

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

[@ItsMe_SaiYuri]

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

[@Hockss]

This Auntie deserves more in Life.... God Bless Her.....!!!

[@angieteevee]

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

[@rosariolarion9319]

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

[@KT-u5j]

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

[@lowoyonjiviol3869]

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

[@marifel5857]

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

[@HectorC-b8g]

More power to you! God bless you!

[@marifel5857]

@HectorC-b8g thank you sir

[@Kwentongkarimlan]

Don’t forget to secure yourself. Whatever happens in the future, atleast you have your own savings and home to stay for retirement. Be safe kabayan !

[@marifel5857]

@@Kwentongkarimlan yes sir i do have savings my employer force me to save ,for my old age

[@chansf2001]

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

[@consolacionsunico8290]

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

[@bugsy101073]

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

[@cherylco2487]

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

[@AlanAlain]

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

[@hosayleow3096]

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

[@yujinxii2905]

Blessed your heart

[@candygirl5881]

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

[@hosayleow3096]

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

[@maemagtulisvlogs5908]

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

[@sunlightsonate]

Wow... God will bless u more..❤

[@bambi3489]

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

[@naniegeronimo981]

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

[@creatressofbssg6512]

I love this young lady,coz shes a very down to earth person and good at heart..i worked in Singapore also and i look after a baby and when i left their family when she went to study in Australia same as auntie Amy...im so happy to both of u ❤️❤️❤️

[@deesanti6212]

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

[@candygirl5881]

yeah, my tears wouldn't stop!

[@mikelawre6190]

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

[@roseldizon3835]

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

[@daghetto101]

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

[@jorjasolamillo]

Same 😭😭😭

[@TeacherEric173]

As a Filipino expatriate, I express my gratitude for your visit to your domestic worker from the Philippines, which alleviated her feelings of longing. Your gesture serves as a commendable example to the residents of Singapore who employ domestic help from abroad. May God bless you and your family for your kindness.

[@ofwmommy8811]

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

[@AndresitoCaceres]

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

[@maringvlogs469]

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

[@diegoalcantaras5580]

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

[@sojournbythomsevilla]

Finding Auntie is undoubtedly CNA’s most moving, heartfelt, and profound documentary yet. My own mother was a domestic helper in Hong Kong for 13 years. During that time, while she cared for other people’s children and managed their households, we grew up without her, only seeing her for two precious weeks every two years. It was a bittersweet sacrifice-a choice my mother made out of love, to give us the chance of a better life in the Philippines.

[@syahirhasni]

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

[@kellyedison5639]

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

[@jaclee3594]

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

[@JanVergelYOLO]

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

[@mrclay22]

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

[@nr1785]

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

[@jepwafo]

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

[@georgewin7243]

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

[@alexandershing]

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

[@lodz8666]

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

[@ar3p293]

I hope you can help aunt amy 😢

[@silencer45-u3o]

Thank you for your kindness 🙏

[@loidsadventure2754]

❤❤❤

[@rubiemanliguez6622]

❤❤❤❤Thank you and God bless you more

[@Playsch00l]

yeah im surprised charlyn saw the poverty aunty amy lives in and didnt pledge to help her in any way at the end of the vid

[@justgotlucky2740]

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

[@mereum6636]

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

[@chinchowpowpook]

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

[@Pugsleypup]

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

[@linefire9870]

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

[@zerokiryuu-ig7wm]

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

[@michaelseet9320]

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

[@Kaichongjee]

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

[@almacastanos3245]

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

[@maricelpaj4520]

Wow happy to know charlyn became a good child because of you!She is nice,kind and beutiful too.

[@tellercamille8080]

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

[@angiesuarez1753]

You both were such a big blessing to each other....nobody can deny the love and care you both showed to each other till now...a very pleasant reunion..

[@edgarantonioportugalbautis6894]

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

[@gladysespinosa8117]

I’m currently a domestic helper for almost 7 years and I hope in the future she will visit also me in the Philippines when I retired ❤

[@ragsoh]

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

[@MadonnaSantos-hw2hl]

She looks so kind and caring nanny. God bless you more, Kabayan!❤ A good example among nannies nowadays 😊👍

[@krappola1]

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

[@janmariesalvador9854]

it's really worth it having a filipino sister, me I'm here in Singapore and I'd love taking care of elderly, they are like my grandma and grandpa/mom and dad ❤❤, thank you for loving your filipino auntie sister.

[@annelovesgym]

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

[@Sanee-n1l]

Thanks for remembering the domestic helpers who served your family well. I am a Filipina nurse here in the US and I can just imagine living with a family 24/7. My kababayans have spent the most productive years of their lives to your family serving you. I am thankful that you call them auntie like family members compared to Hongkongers who I heard call their domestic helpers, Amma( meaning servant) ?

[@federiconalos8202]

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

[@asampedas6933]

Thank u for focusing on the story and connection between the 2 parties and not make the focus on going there to give gifts and money though i am sure the families do it behind the camera. Respect that the production do not highlight that. Really love this wholesome series.

[@vtr8869]

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

[@yoshi9489]

This is by far the best episode for me. I love how generous Charlyn was and for paying everything for her. Unlike other episodes when you don’t see anyone doing that. I hope she gave her some money in the end

[@melvincarbonel964]

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

[@lepunksmoothie]

What a tearjerker! But happy that Amy and Charlyn could meet again and hope and pray that they will continue to reconnect despite the distancfe for the rest of their lives.

[@emyrdaniela6037]

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

[@TeclaKinumura]

I had tears of joy while watching this documentary. I think Singaporeans who were raised by their Filipina nannies turned out to be loving and grateful kids. I applauded Charlyn for not forgetting her nanny. And Aunt Amy gave her all in raising charlyn. Salute to all Filipinos working abroad as nurses, domestic helpers, nannies and caregivers. GOD bless you all ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@IamMaria3169]

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

[@The100percentpinoy]

This is so heartwarming. It goes well to say that Filipinos have a big heart in sacrificing their lives for others. Kudos to you Charlyn for going to the Philippines and seeing Amy again to express how much you also loved her. Great story!

[@Aceof2Hearts]

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

[@DadaDance27]

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

[@raafqiranasasmita9998]

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

[@jujub4553]

Beautiful piece 😭

[@244hayrick]

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

[@rianilou]

She don't like spending someone's money is very genuine❤

[@BambiAng]

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

[@MegaDeansy]

Aunty Emy certainly did a great job bringing this lassie up as she is utterly charming - she's polite, considerate, thoughtful !. Emy is everything her 'baby' is !. The Singapore family look quite well off, if so I hope they help Emy out financially as it doesn't look like her current situation is all that prosperous!

[@renlybaratheon9683]

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

[@TamakiYatakiTumbi333]

this documentary made me so proud to be a filipino working far here in abroad! ❤❤❤