Deflated, But Not Defeated | DUMAGUETE CITY, Philippines

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[@heinrich_w]

This pollution issue, lack of enough manpower for cleaning and no clearly displayed signs against littering, should be addressed from highest political level from your President down to Provincial Vice Governors and City Vice Mayors. To wake them up, groups need to be formed on social media and lobbying done in the news. Leaders whom fail to handle pollution should not be reelected. It should be crystal clear for the public that littering is prohibited. It will take time to change the mindset, but it will happen. Try to get some expats helping out cleaning the beaches in Dumagete. Better to be on the beach cleaning and move than drinking beer in a bar. Great job by all of you cleaning!

[@Life_WithShay]

I very much agree Heinrich! We have to start to bring awareness to everyone what it cost us to not clean our streets, promenades, and beaches. Then, the politicians have to be involved so that we can implement policy and create a paid workforce to maintain these special places, but also even the local streets. This will only help the politicians as well, so it can be a win - win.

[@NewsNewEngland]

@@Life_WithShay But I think not only what the cost to clean it, but what losses in Tourism. Clean up and be prideful and they will come!

[@joeblaney684]

Take care of our environment. Tiny ladies with huge hearts . Great filming, great production it’s working give it time keep the heart open smiles coming. People walk and run bye intimidated by the scale. I understand San Carlos is clean find out what they are doing and maybe you can get Dumaguete on the same page.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Joe! Yes, as I said in the video, the Philippines should be known for its cleanliness. That's what helps and keeps tourists. But we also need to have pride in ourselves.

[@cliffwilliams2906]

You are setting an example for others Shay. Leadership qualities, hope to meet you later this year if life allows.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Cliff! You are very welcomed to join us!

[@justaveragejoe1282]

Shay, Ann and everyone that participanted in the cleanup - Thank You, Thank You, Thank You! It is sad that people don't appeciate the natural beauty of our world and just throw their trash every where. I wish I was there to help. Here in parts of the USA we have something called "Adopt a Highway" where sections of roads and other areas where companies or resturants sign up to volunteer to clean up areas. It almost becomes a competition on what group can clean up better. Maybe you can talk to the bars, resturants and hotels along the boardwalk to volunteer to help clean up the beach and boardwalk area once a week. Signs can be posted along the boardwalk that says this area kept clean by the name of the company or resturant which also gives them advertisement. Great job and again Thank you!

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Joe for your support and encouragement!

[@StephaneDroletGolf]

Thanks for making my future retirement location a better place. I hope the residents would have the same spirit as you to keep this wonderful land beautiful.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Stephane for all your support! It is so appreciated! Yes, we are trying to make your future retirement home better for you :) FYI, I will be setting up my Patreon account soon so people can donate in there as well.

[@annbreakable4228]

Our city is our identity i hope we can keep it clean - hoping to get attention from the government to give us a solid solution so there's a change for our young generation. Thank you Shay, I'm having fun collecting those baby napkins 😅 wet clothes that has extra weight, hair ties and some other stuff that we collected. We're encouraging to those who wants to participate with us, it is a great bonus you can give 😊

[@guyandre4946]

You are a wonderful and faithful friend to Shay. You set an example, let’s hope many will join you, and publicise this project. Thank you Ann.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you my good friend Ann! Yes, we start with each other, and then bring others on board, one person at a time. Right? We made a difference last week, and we will continue to make a difference. It's our home. See you very soon!

[@guyandre4946]

@@Life_WithShay Hear hear !

[@KennySpeaks4u]

Shay, I applaud you and your daughters for a mindset to want to clean up a treasured part of Dumaguete City; the Beach & Board Walk. One day perhaps your example will inspire others to take a little pride and help. More-over, the people will stop littering and throw their trash away in the appropriate places, because of your caring example. As Sam Cook singed, "A Change Is Gonna Come." Stay up & Stay blessed. Sweet Peace!

[@Life_WithShay]

Yes, change is going to come. Hope it's not gonna be too late, though.

[@scotthummer1319]

You are such a kind and gentle soul bless you

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Scott!

[@terrygreaves8176]

What a beautiful video. Unfortantly, this not only a Philippine problem, it happens in every country. We need more people like you and your daughters.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Terry! Yes, it happens in other places, but most of the Asian countries I've been to seem to take cleaning more seriously.

[@romeogadier380]

Some cities manage to keep theirs clean by issuing by-laws and making sure it is followed. What you are doing is admirable.

[@Life_WithShay]

This is the goal. I hope the city will impose fines and stop enabling those who litter.

[@thenorwegian3292]

Great vlog…. But in fact a sad story too. A story that tells us that we human beings don’t care so much. Using our oceans as a trash can. You should sell this professional vlog to a local tv channel. Good job Shay🙏😊Thanks for sharing. Best wishes from Geir in Norway 🇳🇴

[@Life_WithShay]

Hello there! I can only imagine PH being clean as Norway.

[@thenorwegian3292]

@@Life_WithShay Well…. Your skills with the camera ,your soft voice and your choice of good topics are very powerful and professional. So why not?👍

[@reubenmele7844]

"self centeredness, is the root of all of our problems" Humans can be extremely self pleasing and self serving. They can't be bothered by doing the right thing a lot of times. I think its fantastic you take the kids with you. Keep at it!! Others will join. I plan on coming back to the Philippines this year ( i spent 9 months there). I have good filipino friends in Cebu CIty so I always like to go back there, but all these videos of Dumaguete make me want to visit. I have a friend that built a house there but that didnt end to well for him- ended well for the girl tho! Anyways, i like this style and I enjoyed the rain shots actually . Editing skills are getting better!

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Reuben for your kind words and encouragement! I hope Dumaguete will be clean when you come to visit :)

[@rorybellamy2533]

its a beautiful day to save lives

[@Life_WithShay]

Hahaha Rory! She loves that sweatshirt!

[@donwilbanks7808]

You and your daughters are amazing people . God bless you .

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Don!

[@MayaLifeInThePhilippines]

People are struggling to change their circumstances, and changing the world is another. This video is a good inspiration to be mindful of the surroundings and not throw garbage everywhere and possibly minimize waste. Compound effect. Good job Shay, the kids and Ann! ❤️

[@Life_WithShay]

Agreed, Maya! Thank you.

[@terryfletcher9884]

Wonderful video Shay I think it's remarkable what you your daughters and your friend is doing hopefully your efforts will not go unnoticed God bless you and all you do ❤️

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Terry!

[@rorybellamy2533]

Thanks! I am very impressed by the progress! keep trying !

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Rory! That is so considerate of you! We will buy rubber gloves!

[@ColWJW]

Every one of your videos blows me away. What a great mind and talent you have. Keep the quality up.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Col Wilcox for your encouragement and support!

[@lesliebland4476]

Hello Shay, you are on the right path forward. I hope others join in and the local authorities do so as well. God bless you and your daughters and friend. 💕

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Leslie!

[@grumpygoathomestead674]

Such a powerful message Shay. I hope the city can see this video. I wish I could have joined you. I am planning my trip to the PH as we speak. Hopefully I will be able to join your crew❤️

[@Life_WithShay]

I hope so too Grumpy!

[@norskenorge8808]

Very True Shay!! I believe we are here to do good. It is the responsibility of every human being to aspire to do something worthwhile, to make the world a better place than the one we found. Albert Einstein ... Being Environmental is a Godsend in a World of Plastic.. Wish you the best.. Picking up Trash is a Worthwhile endeavor of anyone's time.. 🤟🤟

[@Life_WithShay]

I think so too Norske! Than you for the encouragement!

[@Michael_Lane_Fishing]

Shay nothing is impossible, the word itself says I'm possible. Well done with your efforts. Never give up.

[@Life_WithShay]

I like that Michael - I'm Possible :)

[@peterforeman3653]

You're doing such a great job. I take my hat off to you, your daughter's and your friend. People only seem to care about them selves and no thought for others or the environment. Stay strong and positive,

[@Life_WithShay]

It's sad Peter, but I still think people will join in once the video is out for a while. I hope so!

[@Stevie651]

Wonderful Shay, love the Earnest Hemingway, “A man can be destroyed but not defeated,” quote. Nice, as are you.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Steve! He is one of my favorite writers too!

[@Stevie651]

@@Life_WithShay Have you ever read that Hemingway classic, The Sun Also Rises? I think it may have been his greatest book. But of course that is my subjective opinion only. Also, the city of Dipolog seems much cleaner in a more province like atmosphere. Gio did a vlog on that place. Just a thought for you once your kids finish school. They have a long and clean promenade with trash receptacles spaced evenly throughout its length.

[@Ty-dt8xv]

Your spirit and bulldog tenacity is so beautiful to witness 👍👍👍 unfortunately in the USA back in the 60s and 70s to get people to finally stop throwing garbage down the local government had to start issuing small fines to the citizens caught doing this! But finally with the same type of bulldog tenacity that you have people here in the USA also have, and did not give up! So now we teach our children almost from birth not to litter, and to leave the land in better shape than you left it! But it was a long, long road to get to this point! Miss shay never give up, never give in ! A fire starts with the smallest sparks maybe you are that spark 🔥 GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🙏🙏

[@Life_WithShay]

Thanks for the encouragement, Ty. And, you're right! Change takes time.

[@clarencedunn5113]

God bless you, your daughters, and your friend Ann.🙏🌹💞

[@Life_WithShay]

Thanks so much Clarence!

[@Scorpion05Nov]

Hello Reyna Shay🇵🇭 How are doing? Well, I can see in the video some of the things you been up to…especially with cleanup Dumaguete. Personally, all the pleasure and appreciations go to you from me. For the unselfish time you continuously give of yourself. From your private life to your very busy schedule, responsibilities and priorities. It is remarkable all that you do as a single mum on top of everything else too. My eye are not blind at what you have brought forth through the content of your live vlog streams, interviews and videos. Worry not about this one diehard subscriber ever abandoning your ship (meaning: your KZbin channel)….I am not the type of person that runs away during bad times…I will continue to hear. Take as long as it will for you to capture and edit your video content. I understand this is not the only thing you do in your life. Know that I’m a patient person…like a little kid waiting to open up a gift on Christmas Day! No, but serious…just do what you have to do sure other subscribers will also agree. Again, Salamat po❣️ Hoping you have a pleasant day and rest of your week ahead too❣️🤩

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Christopher for all of your encouragement and support, as always!

[@cliffpearce9043]

I can hear it in your voice Shay, I know it's easier said than done, try not to let this get to you, just always remember there's only so much you can do, you can lead the horse to water, but you cannot make them drink, thank you for cleaning things up 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Cliff!

[@kevincrooks187]

I love your video what's so nice as you're teaching your children to have respect for our land I wish more parents would do that I showed my two daughters here KZbin they loved it always remember the song we are the world with all the great musicians had as a lot of meaning there's a lot of KZbinrs in dumaguete get the word out set up a time in a meeting place just maybe some people will show up God bless you and your family 🙏

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Kevin! Yes, they aren't happy when we're riding there at 5:00am, but they are happy when they see what we can do together.

[@drewnc6196]

Your cinematography, story-line, and production are truly amazing Shay! I love your style and how you present the things in your life that you choose to change for the better.

[@Life_WithShay]

Glad you like them, Drew.

[@Jason-47..]

Good work and hopefully more will join in to help soon!

[@Life_WithShay]

I hope so too!

[@rayarmendariz1233]

Very interesting. I remember when I was in Japan. While visiting some of their neighborhoods, I watched many cleaning the area around their homes and the street and sidewalk as well. As time went I, I realized that it is part of their culture to do this. Everywhere I went, it was always clean. It was the same in some parts of Mexico. Especially in the smaller towns. This seems to be a world wide issue and you are right, we need to take more pride in our surroundings. Thank you for what you and your family does.

[@Life_WithShay]

Yes Ray, I haven't been to Japan yet, but I heard it is very clean, and they take pride in their surroundings. I want to go there and maybe do some videos there. We need to be more like that. I was in Singapore, and I was shocked at how clean it is compared to where I was brought up. When I saw that, I knew it was possible. Everything is possible!

[@RasJust1]

a small pebble dropped into still water seems at first to have a negligible effect. Yet, the ripples expand ever outward without more effort. I would encourage you to keep doing what you are able without being disheartened by the scale of the problem. May you be blessed and take comfort knowing that already the first ripples of your actions have crossed the oceans. 🙏 I see you. you are not alone, we are all in this together. you are loved!

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Ras! Yes, let the ripples expand ever outward!

[@troya.6985]

We need to teach everyone to clean up after their litters. We need more people like you. Thank you for cleaning up your city!

[@Life_WithShay]

You are so kind. Thank you!

[@PaulMcB873]

I've been in Philippines for nine months. This is the real Philippines. You're fighting an uphill battle or one step forward two steps backwards. It's your culture.

[@cliffpearce9043]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@jeffs.7412]

Good job and great message, Philippines are so beautiful. God bless

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Jeff!

[@frank5436]

Bravo to you Shay, your kids and Ann for taking initiative to beautify Dumaguete Beach. Y'all are a blessing to all. I hope you get some help.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Frank! We hope so as well...

[@lanec5672]

Keep up the good work, don't get discouraged... You're starting a movement -- share, share, share & maybe others will follow!

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you, I will.

[@bobbywilliams6961]

Miss Shay Bless you and your Daughter's for looking out for our Environment.🙏🏽

[@Life_WithShay]

Aw, thank you Bobby! Take care!

[@Masonsky123]

Good on you. Beautiful spirit. 😁

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Masonsky!

[@DonFashionBeauty]

I will help you clean when I arrive in March. This would be a good project for the Expat community.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much DM! We will certainly appreciate your help!

[@DonFashionBeauty]

@@Life_WithShay I'll DM you when I arrive and settle in Duma.

[@jerryfritz374]

I am listening. I was in Philippines as an armed forces member. 76-77. Philippines is a beautiful country. The people are friendly. I wish to live there in retirement. Please keep going in your endeavors. Bless you and your daughters. Prayers for your continued strength.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Jerry! See you in your retirement! When you get here, come help on the boardwalk! We'll still be there :)

[@gotaplay]

Ahhh OK here is the awaited video , i guess the 3 hours were filipina time 😂😂😂, but another fantastic video and an excellent subject , hopefully people who walk by and see you will follow your example Your beautiful children are lucky to have a mother like you ..P.S. , Ann its SHAY not Shy 😂😂😂😂😂. joke lang

[@Life_WithShay]

I think I uploaded it on time? 😁🤣

[@gotaplay]

@@Life_WithShay probably it was my anticipation that made it seem longer but definitely worth it

[@jimmibrevil534]

Thank you for what you, your daughters, and Ann do to help make the world a better place. It never stops to astounding me when I see people leave their debris behind even though there are trash receptacles nearby. Why does the candy wrapper become intolerably heavy after the candy has been eaten?

[@Life_WithShay]

I can't seem to fathom as well, Jimmie.

[@lostinparadize9826]

I was taught to respect the AINA ( land ) but every time we go fishing/camping we always come back with 2 or 3 more trash bags from around us. So I know how you feel. Try and keep that beautiful smile.😊

[@kevincrooks187]

We would do the same thing with the kids when we go boating and camping what's sad is there is a trash can right there and they still throw it on the ground 😪

[@Life_WithShay]

Hello! Unfortunately, with education or not, some people just don't really care about the planet.

[@lostinparadize9826]

@Shay Travels 🇵🇭 I wish I wasn't about 5,400 + miles away or I would be there 😕 it's to bad most people are 🫣

[@DonFashionBeauty]

You may not realize it, but you are serving God by helping to keep his land beautiful. Thank you.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you for that😊.

[@hannibalsdiner1365]

May God bless you for raising your children this way and caring for his creations as you do. I hope to visit the Philippines. I'd be proud for me and my daughter to spend some helping you during a clean up day.

[@Life_WithShay]

We'd be honored to have you helping us :-)

[@DHarri9977]

Hello Shay, I'm sure there are plenty of people watching and taking notice silently as they pass you and your daughters by as you pick up debris along the boardwalk and the actual waterfront. It all comes down to mindset and pride which needs to be promoted throughout the community. This is something bigger as a collective in making people feel as though they are contributing to the community and should also be something that needs to grow intrinsically in doing the right thing so as to sustain the benefit of keeping the community cleaner. This can only be accomplished through education and should be constantly promoted throughout the business community, schools, and universities, by the leaders within the community. They are the only ones that can truly change the mindset of the locals to take ownership of the community and show some level of pride. You would think the universities would get involved in the community and help promote what you are doing and make people think about their personal actions. People should also understand the long-term effects and should feel some level of shame and not just leave trash on the benches as if they have no responsibility to the community or themselves.

[@Life_WithShay]

Hi Dharri! I agree with everything you said! Yes, we are trying to change the mindset by educating through these videos. Thank you so much for this thoughtful comment!

[@jspice-kl2wc]

Great video, can you ask the people in charge to put up a few sings asking people not to liter? I will help you when I get to the PH. Thank you for sharing. 🙂👍👍👍🙏

[@Life_WithShay]

Please do Joe!

[@RioStevie]

God bless you and your efforts!!! Here in Miami, a TV channel gets together with people to clean up the waterways and beaches. They call it, “Don’t Trash Our Treasure”. After watching this, I ordered something to help you in your efforts. I leave for the Philippines in 9 days, hopefully it arrives before then…..

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you RioStevie! Yes! "Don't Trash Our Treasure!" That is beautiful! And we appreciate any help all the time :)

[@meowco69]

Wonderful. I volunteer in local communities to help clear the water ways. Hope to help in some way when I go there

[@Life_WithShay]

Let us know when you're here. The more helping hands, the better.

[@smartbiz888]

Seeing how people don't care for their homeland (I see it everywhere to a greater or lesser degree) can be deflating... But... I always say "Lead by example..." Hopefully others will follow, sooner or later...Certainly your kids are getting a good lesson... It may take some tough legal repercussions for NOT following the rules in the case of trash... In Minnesota they put a fine of $500 for littering...That got people's attention... Litter was a problem on the roads and in many of the more popular 14000 lakes in the state... Not so much after the fines were put in place (still lots of road kill though, more animals than people upstate on the border of Canada where I grew up!)... Also, getting some media attention might help generate some support for less trashing and more help to clean it up...Social platforms too maybe? Even the local government could get involved...Maybe some of the repercussions for breaking the law might be cleaning the beaches up... Anyway, hang in there... Best of luck...Don't give up...Having a nicer environment for yourself and your kids is worth it... Peace... 🙏🙏🙏 👍😎👍

[@Life_WithShay]

I agree completely! There are so many avenues, but we can start first by bring attention, then we hope others will join in. It takes time, but I think we can make a difference!

[@matthewmutch7853]

THANK YOU SHAY!!! You made me smile today.

[@Life_WithShay]

You are welcome Matthew! 😌

[@MrWhitewater68]

And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. God Bless you and your Heart for your Land

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you, Mr. White.

[@billramsey6000]

This is a problem that all of us share. Thank you for your efforts and being a good example. I hope an ongoing organized effort will grow out of it. I've never been to the Philippines but I love exploring online and maybe I can visit someday.

[@Life_WithShay]

I hope so too Bill! Hopefully by the time you come to visit, the whole country will be motivated to clean our cities and beaches. It will only help tourism.

[@rickbold9337]

Wow, here’s hoping that change can come to the Philippines. I have noticed in the Philippines that part of the culture there is to just throw your garbage on the ground where you finish the drink or food. The whole culture of shame has to be learned so that if someone else see you doing it they can say something to that person that it’s not ok. Your hard work is appreciated but it must feel overwhelming that the work never gets less in time because people have no pride in keeping a place beautiful

[@Life_WithShay]

I see parents enabling their children, so I can agree with you.

[@AllenFreeman]

I'm planning to visit Dumaguete in May or June. If you're still doing this, I'll join you every week while I'm there. And if my plan to move to Dumaguete works out, I'll make it a regular thing

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Allen! That would be great! Of course, we will still be cleaning up, and hope that you and many others will join. As you saw, a few hours cleaning was very good exercise! We need more equipment to be safe and efficient, but it is good exercise for anyone who helps! :)

[@jameswraith115]

Miss shay I hope you and Ann will continue to shed light on this important subject. Your videos, Will Help. Stay positive, you have called attention to what needs to be done. Others need to follow your foot steps.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much, James.

[@orion2573]

there should be a penalty for littering... and if someone can't afford to pay, they should be ordered to clean up for 30 days... otherwise, I guess people won't learn...

[@stoicfreediver]

Excellent work, Shay!

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dezrenovations9142]

WOW! I just found your channel, and you are a great person and terrific mom! I'll be moving from the States in a few months and now I plan to start a clean up process for the area I'm moving to in the Philippines. Thank you so much for being such a caring person!!!

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you for that! :-)

[@FilCanGil]

I just finished watching “Susie in the Philippines” and I’m glad that she’s also shining light on this issue. If more KZbinrs would use their platform to help influence/educate the ones that don’t care (walang hiya) than a small ripple may gain momentum🙏🏼

[@Life_WithShay]

The more helping hands, the better.

[@garydungan6851]

First there was three, now four. More will come to help. When you are emptying you bags, let the passersby know that you could use their help. Ask them to bring just one bag, 5 minutes of their time. Rome wasn't built in a day. Keep up the great work.

[@Life_WithShay]

Yes! Thank you Gary! One step at a time...

[@robertruck5501]

Miss Shay your heart and soul is beautiful and magnificent.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Robert!

[@robertruck5501]

@@Life_WithShay you and your vlog are truly the most original on tube. Very professional and intelligent. I always love it when I see a new one posted. Your inner spirit always shines through, and you exude a peacefulness that is so powerful.

[@edm4844]

Good job with the clean up Shay!!👏👏 You are doing the right thing for many reasons including setting a good example for your girls! I know it is frustrating in that it seems like it is never ending and it is. Keep up the good work! It’s the right message to send to everyone who cares.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Ed for such kind words! I hope more and more will care, and help!

[@ianshields-ml6sl]

hey shay what can i say well done for not giving up and for an other great vid people they are what they are lazy and ungrateful for the planet they live on i know you are a optimist and try to see the best in people.i tend to be a realist i have learn over the years that most people are just out for them selves and full of greed may be you should have offered free dounuts to the ones who collected the most rubbish were do all those rags on the beach come from i have never seen any thing like it . i just thank the gods there are still people like you about take care and much love to you and your daughters xx

[@PaulMcB873]

I have been living off my motorcycle for the last 6 months in Mindanoa. Anything with public access is polluted. Private resorts are clean. When you see blogger vids talking about the beauty of the Philippines, it is really a vid of an attraction or resort. But vast reality is the people here pollute their own environment.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much, Ian. Hoping for a change...soon.

[@Life_WithShay]

I can agree.

[@RandyRhode-yq5hq]

I have seen your approach work on a smaller scale. My youngest son played on a inner city competitive soccer team. The team didn't charge a fee so they played on public areas. We would clean the field before each practise, a safety issue. The first time was about 45 minutes to pickup the trash and broken glass. Ten weeks later it took 5 minutes. Good Luck on your project!

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Randy! And good for you! I hope more will get involved so that our cities and will always be clean.

[@chrisbeidler162]

The task does seem overwhelming and I commend your perseverance. The problem is greater that people littering if all that clothing is being washed in from the ocean. Good for you for staying positive, getting the message out and doing more than your share of clean up. You can take pride in knowing you did what you could.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Chris! We will remain positive. I believe that we make a difference in our own small ways. Things will change one step at a time. Right?

[@johnnysmith9138]

Shay good morning beautiful 😍 I see u haven't been up long U have some smart children I'm very proud of them ❤️ they love there mother very much ANN GETS A THUMB up to lots of LOL

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you as always Johnny! I am very proud of my children, and my friend. :)

[@Sahrokh]

You are to kind! I hope you set an example for many to follow!

[@Life_WithShay]

We hope so too! We're going to keep working on this, and all of your support is so appreciated!

[@brian-dee2244]

I'm watching this from Melbourne, Australia, and I appreciate your efforts. Awareness will eventually bring change. I believe someone is always watching whether you realise it or not. I have just subscribed, but I'm going to share the link for your video, too. Hopefully, others will, too. One of us will get this in front of someone or some group with the power to make changes or take action. Have faith. I, for one, appreciate what you are doing. 👍

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much for sharing the link Bee dee! That's the best way to bring change right? We help each other.

[@williambreeze2659]

Thanks for all the hard work Shay!

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you William!

[@quackersna]

Wonderful job Shay. Everything has a beginning. I truly hope your efforts inspire others to do the same. If I were in your area I would definitely help. Much love for all of your efforts. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Mr. Quackers! Please join in if you are here! You are very much welcome and appreciated!

[@quackersna]

@@Life_WithShay I am sorry to say that I am still in the US for a few more months, but if I were there, I would 100% help.with this. I think it is very noble. I know it can feel like a thankless job, so I at least want to say thank you, and to also say I appreciate your efforts and am inspired by what you do. I wish someone from the local newspaper would do a story on this and that you might show up next week to many volunteers there eager to help. Bless you all.

[@lastlivingoldcowboy9082]

Leave only footprints, take only memories

[@Life_WithShay]

Yes!

[@donald6301]

So sad to see I was hoping there would be more of a turnout to help out. Bless Ann,you and your kids for doing your part. ❤

[@Life_WithShay]

I think there'll be more next time.

[@donald6301]

I think your right that’s why I watch your videos so positive. 👍

[@andrewkamchi7478]

A very dear friend once said to me... 'you will be defined by your choices'. Wiser words have never been spoken and you / your family are definitely defining yourselves. I was raised in a household where service to the community and others was of the upmost importance, whether it is seen, understood or even joined by others is secondary to making the effort to contribute to another humans quality of life. When we help another, we help ourselves. Keep making Duma beautiful... and the beaches cleaner as well.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Andrew for such a thoughtful comment! I agree... "When we help another, we help ourselves!" I love that!

[@gregsarah430]

So sad to see this happen again ! The community should appreciate what you are doing !

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Greg & Sarah! We received a very good response on this video so far. That's a start.

[@johnakidd]

I admire your spirit in the face of such a daunting task. Anyway, breakfast looked good!

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you John! Yes, breakfast was very good :)

[@mithringil]

It breaks my heart to see people not respecting their own backyard, let alone the world at large. Especially with a trash can just 6 feet away🤷‍♂️😢 Maybe there needs to be a gofundme that the community(expats or concerned citizens) could donate to to pay a crew to keep the boardwalk clean🙏

[@Life_WithShay]

Yes, I'm not sure about gofundme, but the local governments can afford to pay people who need the work as well. It's a win win.

[@mithringil]

@@Life_WithShay absolutely🙏

[@funlovingtim7969]

Keep up the good work Shay. That Ann looks like a good worker. 😊

[@Life_WithShay]

She is 😊.

[@tedrobertson1344]

Shay, why the city does not pass a bylaw to penalize people with fines for littering. You and your doughters are Real Heroes, Love your heart ❤️, love you.

[@Life_WithShay]

It's a million dollar question, Ted!

[@tedrobertson1344]

@@Life_WithShay is it possible to suggest to a Dumaguete barangay councilor?

[@jeffwalker1322]

I love these videos and your contribution.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thanks you Jeff!

[@davidkarl5192]

The world needs more Shays.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thanks for that, David!

[@marcrichard7251]

I think the city of Dumaguete should hire people to clean up the trash it would create jobs as well I’m sure you already thought of that but that’s what I have to say anyway. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Marc! That is our hope, and I mentioned it in last week's video! We will see...

[@sandrabentley8111]

And where do they put it? Shay does Duma have a landfill?

[@blueberry7938]

Very well done, as a foreigner that calls Dumaguete home as well as Canada next time I'm back my boys and myself would be happy to join you on a weekend to help the cause. Keep it going and you will soon get more people joining. I applaud you

[@Life_WithShay]

That's very exciting Blueberry! We can use all the help we can get!

[@chrisk373]

Hi Shay, I so admire what you have started. Hopefully more people will view this video and have a second thought about leaving trash or stepping over that plastic cup. I'm planning a trip to the Phillipines in a few weeks (especially Dumaguete) as it seems so many expats have moved there. Believe it or not, it would be enjoyable to join you and your family on the beach.

[@Life_WithShay]

We surely hope more people will join us with the cleanups.

[@johnkavanagh2416]

I will tell you that you are fighting a losing battle Shay what you really need to do is confront the people you see leaving garbage and say are you really going to leave your mess there I bet they will pick it up and put it in the garbage bin it might not be your way to confront people bet I bet it will help cheers Shay

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you John! I'm not confrontational. I prefer that the videos to speak for me. So we need more men like you to become engaged. :)

[@johnkavanagh2416]

@@Life_WithShay I wish I was there I hate when people leave their garbage especially in such a beautiful place like where you live people can be so lazy to walk a few steps to the garbage can hopefully more people will join in and help you and people will stop leaving their garbage everywhere cheers Shay and keep that beautiful soul of yours shinning

[@joeknight3269]

thank you shay

[@Life_WithShay]

You are so welcome.

[@glennhiggins5425]

Brilliant work Shay, as a subscriber and others here that follow you, we are extremely proud & appreciate your efforts to clean up the rubbish. Exceptional work, let's hope sooner than later other are encouraged to help. Stay strong, be positive Shay, there's comes a time when other will appreciate you doing your part to keep the Philippines beautiful. If only those people knew the real affects of rubbish plastic in our ocean. Hoping you,courtesy girls and Ann got some type of pleasure from your amazing work. Take care, stay safe. Remember guys, don't skip the add/ commercial😉

[@Life_WithShay]

Thanks a lot, Glenn! How are you?

[@glennhiggins5425]

I'm doing ok now, had a bad end to 2022 with the passing of my mother 29/10/22 & brother 16/ 12/ 22. Thanks for asking Shay, appreciate. Now I'll focus on my vacation this year to Philippines. Hoping you &daughter are well .

[@cary5864]

More than happy to help.

[@Life_WithShay]

The more helpful hands, the happier the planet is.

[@guyandre4946]

Hi Shay and Co, "In order to write about life first you must live it." Another Hemingway quote. Sadly, I have encountered similar problem in an other South Asian country a few years back. Local authorities only started “doing something about it” after a major accident created by pollution had costed the government $ millions. Then municipalities had to put in place trash collectors teams. They financed it by imposing heavy fines for perpetrators. It was extremely unpopular, but it had to work. I am afraid, Shay, that nothing will be started unless a comparable situation arises. It is a real shame that passers bye didn’t feel they should help you. Let’s hope that your campaign attracts local authorities’ attention, and induce your compatriots into participating, or being ashamed. Woefully, it seems to be the only way.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Guy for your thoughtful comments! I am hoping that we will start a movement that will lead to our local government starting a job campaign and pay people who need jobs to keep our cities and communities clean. What better way to bring in tourism? If we keep all our places clean, and tourists appreciate that and come more and more, the jobs program will be paid for many times over. I hope people don't have to be fined, but that might be a part of the solution if people can't resist polluting. It affects us all.

[@guyandre4946]

@@Life_WithShay Thank you Shay, this is all so true. And, as you said, Dumaguete municipality has spent already a lot of money transforming the seafront, building the boulevard and creating this extraordinary welcoming touristic area, now famous all over the world, thanks also to renowned KZbin vloggers like you! It is beyond belief that they have not already organised a serious maintenance team to keep the place tidy and maintain their investment. If i was a civil servant there, I would be ashamed to see that such important and common sense “green issue” had to be taken over by a small dedicated and concerned local family, by four young women who felt compelled to act to work so hard freely to preserve their own neighbourhood themselves.

[@watchman6141]

Shay, as you know there are a lot of expats and vloggers living in the Dumaguete City and I have never heard any of them mention the trash on the beach. It's too bad people would not want to keep the beach beautiful. I hope it stays that way.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Watchman! No one likes to talk about it, but it is obvious. We felt we had to say something, and so we created the video. I didn't think it would get this much attention...

[@bigjohnson7415]

It seems you could get some of them together and do a clean. Maybe if people saw more than 3 small ladies there, they might get the hint!

[@sandrabentley8111]

Ex pat vloggers are not going to talk about the trash problem and dying Turtles and micro plastics found in fish and dying corals due to trash disposal in the ocean. I'm not sure they care enough. Maybe the divers, but it would spoil the rosy outlook they have of the Philippines. But it is a massive, ugly problem.

[@bigjohnson7415]

You're a very conscientious person, sadly the stuff on the beach probably comes in with the tide and with communities dumping the garage out at sea. If you can, contact the local news and have them do a story about it. You keep doing you young lady!❤️

[@Life_WithShay]

Yes Big Johnson, that's how it comes in from the sea, but that requires daily clean up. And the garbage on the boardwalk isn't coming from the waves. Both need to change.

[@davidlongley534]

So wonderful to see you have a beautiful country it broke my heart seeing the rubbish when I visited. Keep up the great work

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you very much David!

[@willc4922]

My Brother and Sister in Law live near the area... And we have talked about this and when I move there we look to start an effort. I'm sharing this with them... Will make her happy to see she's not the only one who notices it and wants to see it better.

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you so much Will!

[@goodheavenstomurgatroid2186]

Where do you suspect all this garbage is floating in from? Taglibaran? The east coast of Cebu Island? Siquijor? Is it Dumaguete's own garbage? Do you think you could get funding to study this? What are the prospects of addressing the problem at the source?

[@manfredklose1229]

Garbage will be eaten by fishes and shells. And the most is microplastic. Invisible. And this stays in the fishmeat. Who eats fish?

[@greg3296]

Nasty, in America most people are programmed to throw their trash in a receptacle but there are some who dont care and are lazy. Like someone else commented, where are all those clothes coming from? The government there probably sees other issues way more important than trash on the boardwalk.

[@Life_WithShay]

My videos are my contribution, and our participation is out of respect for our home. Everyone can contribute in some way, and should respect their home. Thank you!

[@goodheavenstomurgatroid2186]

@@Life_WithShay I totally get and appreciate your contribution, Shay. Good job! As an American [and so perhaps practical to a fault], I can't help but wonder aloud at the possibility of solving the problem at its source. Everyone has their own contribution to make. You're raising awareness that Dumaguete City has a problem. Kudos! Carry on!

[@Life_WithShay]

@@goodheavenstomurgatroid2186 Thank you so much.

[@johnnysmith9138]

Shay u break my ❤️ if I was there u wouldn't have to carry them heavy bags I can't believe no one offers to help with the bags that don't go with me and wouldn't happen around me LOL

[@Life_WithShay]

Thank you Johnny! All that deadlifting training helped :)

[@tedmountain4]

The cleaning up of Dumaguete beach looks like an ominous task however by you showing your daughters the way and hopefully the younger generations can see the rewards of the beauty of nature particularly the great harm plastics are doing to the birds and fish and all marine life . As a foreigner I want to contribute to the betterment of your beautiful country and perhaps improving 1 small beach I could be an example to others as you have done. Perhaps I will see you on that beach one day. You girls are little by little making the world a better place God bless you all for doing that!!! May you and your daughters be safe and healthy always! Sincerely Ted Mountain PS if you know of any good long term rentals in Valencia please let me know if I’m not being inappropriate asking from you ?

[@Life_WithShay]

See you on the beach Ted, and you are always welcome! We would like to build a movement one person at a time.

[@vincesalzer9855]

It only takes a spark to get fire going!