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[@Grayman58]

Great story guys .I have been married to a Philipina for 30 years you will never find a more hardworking culture we have 2 grown children and even though it's been 30 years and we are getting ready to retire soon to the Philippines we still hold hands when we are out like it's the beginning of our relationship.

[@LisaH-dk4jg]

Hopefully she wasn't a child when you met!😖

[@mariegalang9674]

Its not new.I am one of them.My husband is 19 yrs older than me(German) of course married life is not full of roses there are torns along the way specialy different culture,need a big patient and understanding.Its give and take.We lasted 30 yrs...then he got sick of cancer and gone for 9 yrs now.The last words he says to me....."THANK YOU FOR ALL THE LOVE AND CARE AND SACRIFICES YOU SPENT WITH ME AND I LOVE YOU"...We have a daughter 37 Yrs....Yes at first we have a nice life,he is working in hotel as cook but later life change to difficult moment but I did not leave him..we work together to fix whatever need to fix.We lived 16 yrs in Philippines,he loves to stay but later he change his mind so we transfer in Germany.But after my daughter schooling she went back to Philippines and get married.She loves to stay in Philippines.She was born and grew up there.So when I retire I will go back to my country....GOODLUCK TO BOTH OF YOU!!!LOVE IS NOT ALWAYS MONEY...ITS THE FEELINGS TOWARDS THE PERSON!

[@pinoyako5892]

The american guy is very kind, the filipina is genuine and honest, they both deserved each other

[@donwebb6776]

I met my wife via email, 2004 transferred cards, telephone calls for 1 year, I went to the PI in 2005, ask her to marry me, been married 15 years. We now have 2 daughters, I am 59 she is now 38, best decision I ever made. We reside in the US. We were married in the PI.

[@michaelsix9684]

so happy for you, congrats, and wish you more great years together

[@yollyb9239]

Happy for You! 🙏❤️🙏

[@probinsyanangtisay401]

I met my american husband on facebook but honestly i dont believe fb,cuz i think thats a fairy tales story only,my own kids create on me fb and teaching me step by step until i know to get message to husband,and he tell me ,hey baby just download messenger app,and now we using messenger to call everyday,but the first time we chatting i dare my husband if you real come and visit me in phillippines i kiss you 100 times if you real,and i got mistakes cuz hes real💋guys and now we have a beautiful baby now but sad cuz our daughter was celebrating birthday this coming 23 augost but my husband did come cuz this covid thing😭and why we love american cuz their caring and loving and they not looking our past my husband accept me even i have 3kids and he raising them us his own kids i have college 2junior high school and we have our own daughter now she looks like father👀

[@not1but2and37]

@@SunRise-ul7ko A woman takes greater risk. Brings her all alone to a place far away from her home, family, and friends. She can end up paying with her life as found in the news sometimes.

[@raycortez5667]

@@probinsyanangtisay401 good for you I married a Filipina with four children and I raised them all and I bring them all to United States and two are married got a bunch of grandkids. I have been married for 20 years.

[@noraphelps9662]

HI ! I am Filipina my husband is 9 years older than me when we were young some people told me did I marry him because he is Canadian that always upset me because we got married because we were in love we are 28 years married now with a beautiful daughter he has been so kind and loving to me to this day we work hard together because he was poor when I met him.If you treat your wife right she will stay with you

[@paulabergstrom6802]

this is the gap 65-25

[@michaelsix9684]

marriage is really building a life together, most Am. women don't know this since they didn't see this role modeled when they were kids

[@joekr9424]

@@paulabergstrom6802 lucky girl, she will be able to learn a lot from all his experience.

[@mikehkitune6630]

Paula Bergstrom so what? They are happy that’s all it matters.

[@sanjuanlaunionvlog]

Do you live in Canada?

[@carmenRR11422]

Put Jen on your video all the time. She's funny and I actually enjoyed listening and watching her. She's quite naive. But genuine of her feelings.😍

[@TerryClarkAccordioncrazy]

You're both courageous to put this story out including all the awkward moments. I wish you both every happiness.

[@liliareg5653]

I was all smile watching this video. I’m convinced she knew from the first meeting that there was “something” or spark (for lack of a better term) but she was too shy, awkward, and somewhat scared to interact with Mark. Pero ramdam ko ang KILIG mo day!😜I’m glad Mark knew how to handle the situation. You two seem very happy and you genuinely care for each other. Stay happy ang in loved. Thanks for sharing.

[@charlesherbert4514]

Henry, it's nice to hear stories like yours

[@aaronhorenstein7501]

I met my wife on the Internet, flew to Cagayan de Oro two months later, and applied for our wedding license during that wonderful visit. I flew back to Cagayan de Oro about six weeks later and we got married. It took nine months for her visa to be awarded (a very tough time period for us). I was able to visit her once in the interim. We married in May 2005. Fifteen years later, we have a beautiful, smart daughter and a happy family life together. It's been a life blessing.

[@jennyvemmadrid2753]

Your so lucky to marry a filipina from Cdo...hehehe!!!

[@probinsyanangtisay401]

Nice my husband is american and we get married 3yrs already and we have a beautiful daughter now and smart😘my husband older than me 15 yrs i love him even he have tupak,and now we not renting house we have our own house here in iloilo for he save money to process my paper to come in US cuz my daughter is already US citizen na we only do is to registered in our daughter in US embassy in manila but we can cuz this covid😭

[@mannytorres9179]

I was in the US Navy for 20 yrs and have had so many friends with different colors. I just wanted to thank all foreigners who married Filipino women. I'm proud to be FILAm. I'm now residing in Cavite City but going back and forth to 🇺🇸 to visit my 2 daughters and their family. Best of good luck to both of you.

[@riderretired5258]

Spent a lot of time in Cavite City. Did 5 years there on shore duty (2 different tours) both in the 60's. Will never forget all those good times. Best duty station at Sangley .Point a sailor could dream of.

[@jimgall3725]

Unless you are long term cross-culturally experienced, you might not appreciate this video in its true dimensions. Her situation and viewpoints are considered very normal here. This is NOT what most foreigners are expecting, but should be aware of. Excellent and candid presentation. Thank you for revealing a reality.

[@eunicesanchez3820]

I felt the same way when I met my husband. It needed more time to really feel comfortable. I want to take things slowly since I was really afraid at first. He is a foreigner also. We are now 6 years married and blessed with a daughter. Goodluck to you both and stay happy!

[@ehutson555]

Loved when she became comfortable with the interview and had fun with it !! Thank you for sharing !!

[@garycampbell9079]

From listening to your life experiences previously and the depths to which you sunk before giving the Philippines a shot I must say how happy I am for you that you have found Jen and conversely how she has found you. Most of the negative comments you will receive about age difference and "red flags" I would dismiss as you are no fool and have the insight to know that if something feels right then it most likely is. I have been the victim of two Filipina scammers and from what I can see and hear from you and Jen there is no hint of anything other than a experienced man who is switched on and a conservative respectful girl who is happy to be with you long term. Good luck to you both.

[@myendlesslove5120]

Its so sad when u have good intentions and u end up being scammed. I feel you. Been there not just once but 3x. A lot of men coming here have multiple gf. So they have a choice.

[@sandraosborn171]

Older man always give us security and make us feel comfortable and love and they are easy to love back

[@jpark589]

I’m a old man

[@danielobara4692]

@@jpark589 it's about Cash. She is going to leave him. Or have some young guy, pumping the hell out of her.

[@danielobara4692]

@@Filo-Joe it's my comment, dont be aggressive. 🙈🙈

[@ag4allgood]

Nice Mark , I think that was your best interview EVER ! Jen is so whole some & even though she didn't show affection until much later in your dating its a glimpse inside a very nice Philippina women who lived in the province. It is great to get that insight. Jen is a treasure !

[@rogeruk9263]

She seems genuine lady look after her and treat her with respect, don’t worry about being worlds apart with cultural differences. Filipino women are loyal and very hard working. Best wishes. From a man whose married to one.

[@heartoftexan]

Ako din.

[@catman3953]

Not all Filipina women are the way you say they are. You need to watch more of these videos.

[@mariaelenalagunay1123]

I agree

[@mariegalang9674]

Generally speaking...there are also some nuts hahahah

[@GSXSF-250]

I experienced a bad apple 🍎....

[@HankHill757]

American dating vs Filipino dating is different. She seems like a nice conservative girl, just young, insecure and doesn’t have the experience age brings like you have. Take it slow, get to know each other well and treat her well. She’s a beautiful woman and will get more confident and worldly as you guys do more together.

[@nhatevi1972]

I agree

[@simpledays1729]

I love your honesty and being straightforward. No sugarcoating whatsoever. I am doing a marathon of all your videos. Very Raw and Interesting💚💚

[@lowreztv]

No bashing here!! She's just being practical and he's just living his life. This woman's answers are very typical, and cultural, she's probably not a scammer, she's just knows she has few options and this guy seems nice. So STOP the crap, and let them live.

[@catman3953]

As long as both understand what they're in the game for, I agree with you. But I don't want him to come back in five years saying, "She took me for a ride." ;-) Some people have said if a 60 year old marries a 20 year old, and take her to the US, the UK or any Western nation, it won't be long before she "grows up" in the new culture, and it's bye, bye. I have seen the same with many other ethnic groups. I know guys from the Vietnam era brought over girls they met in a bar. There's something about that bar life, I guess whether it's Thailand, Vietnam, or Korea, and that is maybe you can take the girl out of the bar, but can't take the bar out of the girl. But it seems these little provincial Filipinas are cut from a different cloth. They seem to be more religious and kind-hearted in general. But there are stories about online Filipina scammers. Maybe there is a boyfriend helping them with the scamming business.

[@raineedaytinyfilms]

I’m from the USA and I’ve always loved older men (Steady, not wild, kind from experience) and I married one!

[@auditoneusa747]

You guys are too cute! You’re patience, her innocence, the way you each take turns telling the story. I love it! Oh and you both have reassuring smiles. You’ve inspired me.

[@briansanders7752]

No disrespect and before I even say it I hope im wrong...... Observing the body language of this dear young lady in my opinion suggest she is there but not overly comfortable. She is with him but not so much into him. But if he is happy and she says she is happy thats all that matters......... ? Respectfully

[@kelbat1961]

Good video. It started off a little slow but at the end her personality emerged. Congratulations to you both.

[@ianhop]

Similar to their relationship haha. I don’t think I’d have the patience for a girl like that

[@Wolff13]

Patience is a virtue.

[@Spinnaker79]

if men treat Filipina right, with respect. not thinking they're after your money... they will love you back. what you give to them, they will give it back to you, more than you give...

[@marriebernas4727]

100 % back to him . people don' even understand that i give him allowance. and give him more than he gave me. what he gave me is priceless,that a person can not pay. he is my husband, friend and a soulmate. nobody could pay a price for that.

[@kenwilliamsvoice]

@@AaronOlafson your wife pays you a monetary allowance

[@mariegalang9674]

@@AaronOlafson hahahahahahhaha

[@markminister2599]

Wow. Wonderful.

[@glennmcallister2509]

Mark, Jen reminds of my wife when I first went to meet her in the Philippines. Then I went to Davao to ask her dad permission if I could marry his daughter. We have been married 30 years now. Have a daughter and son, and granddaughter.

[@DoACarl]

An Independent and Educated Filipina with dark Skin is a Keeper! I should know, i'm Married to one. Life is good. Happy for you guys!

[@robertdean4312]

Mark, thanks for sharing your story. I been married to a Filipina for 37 years and sooo happy. I’m 68 now and believe for many more years. So your still fit and healthy and you have a genuine lovely lady there. So enjoy happiness together. Cheers Aussie Bob

[@jerseyboy1791]

I have lived in the philippine over 8 years. And i know very well not to believe anything this people say. Taking her mom on a date is a very bad sign !! She was checking out her future ATM machine .

[@jerseyboy1791]

@@airportatheist1645 You know what the problem is a lot of these guys to come to the Philippine. Automatically feel sorry for these people. They don't realize by doing so they going to be taken for a fool.. You have to ask yourself what does a 25 year old girl finds attractive of a 65 old man ? I can assure you she's being manipulated by her mother to be into this relationship. I have seen is so many times and it does not end well. It only ends well for the filipino family = $$££€€

[@romeodeguzman9041]

"This people"? What kind of jerk are you? And, are you clairvouyant to know from afar what a person is thinking? You think staying for 8 years here makes you an expert of the country's culture? Go back to the hole you're from..

[@joebruhin2098]

Hi, just listened to a few of your interviews, very good questions and conversations, you are good at it. I'm presently not in the Philippines but living in the US with my Filipina wife for 8 years now. I have a sweet place here if I didn't I would probably be in Palawan, I last was in the Ph in February 2020. From the very beginning like most here I made it absolutely clear to my wife that I did not want a child and she understood that. I thought I was too old and it wouldn't be fair to the kid to have an old dad especially in the US, also it has been said with older guys the percentages of having a not normal child is much higher. I love my Filipina wife and she seems happy with me and the situation we have, she never complains. As time goes on my love for her s deepened. I was 58 and she 36 when we met. I do have one regret and that is I did not give her a baby. Most if not ALL Filipinas want to be a mother and have a child. If a western man truly love a Filipina he will give her what she really desires and that is a child, it is paramount. When I'm gone my wife will be well taken care of if the economies don't totally crash she has a home here and comfortable and enough to buy one in the Philippines if she wants but I didn't give her a child and I know she is disappointed about that fact even though she doesn't say so and it hurts me to know it....I do my best to please her and we take care of each other but if I had it over again even though I don't want another child I would not deprive her of being a mother. Filipinas may say it's ok if we don't have a child (mine did) but in truth it's not...I know they want to be a mother I wish I would have been more considerate 9 years ago. Wishing you all the best with your relationship, I love the Philippines....Unceasing Blessings!

[@heartoftexan]

15 year age gap between filipina wife/me. Our baby born at 53 (me), 37 (her). Got snipped the next month. My wife/daughter gave me the strength to go forward, move on from the ruin/pain of my previous life. Now living in Laguna with 0 regrets. Past life get dimmer as time goes on.

[@claritanarce9601]

We Filipinas, most of us love to have children.or atleast a child.

[@joebruhin2098]

@@heartoftexan Happy for you Clark. I'm content with my situation just wish I would have made my Filipina wife a mother. A bit too late now although it could be done. I love the Philippines and look forward to our return (hopefully this winter if travel becomes better) but we have a sweet peaceful garden home here. My point here was if you truly love your Filipina make her a mother. I've thought about adoption if I do move to Ph but it wouldn't be the same. As I said she doesn't complain or even comment on not having a child, most Filipinas wouldn't but it would be that much more sweeter if she did...for me she is all I desire.

[@joebruhin2098]

@@claritanarce9601 Of course, may you have a loving family.

[@paulatudor691]

Well then give her a baby.

[@CogitoTesting]

She is a very shy woman who likes to keep things to herself. Anyway I wish you guys all the best: Much love and happiness.

[@mickeyrider2792]

Surprisingly these relationships work, enjoy and have a great life together 😀

[@yamatomusashi1412]

thank you for sharing and best wishes.

[@OPMfan65]

1:00 Filipino Cupid, wow that's where I met my wife online back in 2012. My wife and I got married in 2013 so we've been together for 7 years now. Time really flies. I'm Filipino and grew up in the Philippines at the bigger urban area of the country i.e. Baguio City. Watching your interview with Jen, I sense the conservativeness of women from the provinces compared to a woman who lives in the City like Manila. The conservativeness of Filipina women could be due to the Maria Clara Spanish influence to our culture kind of thing.

[@pokeamaniwillnotbereplaced]

Bruver you have hit the jackpot with Jen, never been on a date, goes to her parents for permission, Her innocence and integrity shine out and to top it off absolutely beautiful. After the life, you have led this must be heaven, Enjoy your good fortune. Blessings to you both. M

[@dougcallahan171]

You go man! young women help to keep men young too. Congrats

[@joemann5353]

Lucky you, you found an original filipina uninfluenced by western style mindset.. thats the most exciting about our filipinas. You should never rush them.

[@samg2727]

It's colonial mentality influenced by the spanish colonization of the Philippines for more than 3 centuries, some Filipinos see fairness of the skin and associated it with beauty and status in society

[@sct4040]

He doesn't look 65, much younger . Race and age is not that big a deal. She is brave to date him, a foreigner though. I think most women just want a nice guy who would treat them well, not necessarily rich. Jen is a very old fashioned woman, and young for her age. American woman are very old for their age. By 25, they are like 35 years old.

[@robertlang8952]

I LIKE HOW CUTE MODEST DECENT SHE IS, RESPECTS HER MOTHER, SO REFRESHING, she is a KEEPER btw idk why i cspslck but i'm not gonna change it now lol

[@ervincuarteros735]

Boss, if you have any trouble with Jen. Contact Tulfo. If her family tries to control or influences your relationship better set things straight. But anyways, best wishes for both of you sir. Hopefully Jen stays humble and faithful to you.

[@robertc.fisher3214]

I liked your interview with Jen, she seems very shy but she was starting to open up at the end. Good luck to both of you!

[@salustianosuay8381]

I guess she is still even virgin.

[@barbaracook7142]

@@salustianosuay8381 why us that your business?? Very rude

[@Leoniru7]

Hi, my late husband and I have a 12 yrs age difference and it was never an issue. I was 30 and he was 42 when we got married. We were together for 31 years until He joined our Creator 3 years ago and i can say it was the best time of my life. So good luck on your relationship and hope you have a blessed one.

[@icelugedoctor]

30 to 42 is nothing. Practically no generational difference. Common even in the west. 25 and 65 is something to consider.

[@juneliad1160]

I hope after 15 years she still cares..I find you good guy.....goodluck

[@mela6046]

FILIPINA NO TOUCHING...this lady is genuine & NOT AFTER UR $$

[@jaytrance4986]

Hello Mark. I saw your interview on the Old Dog Channel and came over to see some of your videos. I've read thru the comments and I read some of the same typical (jealous) entries as I see on other vloggers sites. Your relationship is nobody's business but your own. I applaud you for introducing her despite the feedback you might have expected to receive. Jen is a lovely young woman and I think you and she both chose wisely. I have a little experience with filipinas and I do think if you respect and treat her like the lady she is.... she will love and take of you forever. It's definitely a two way street in this relationship.You provide what she wants and needs and she returns that with love and affection. That is a WIN WIN. I say good job and good luck. I will keep up with your channel. Thanks for showing us a little of your life in the Philippines.

[@curtneilson5502]

"Of course I want white" lol ouch; yeah, i've met many pinay throuh the years in Hong Kong and most prefer lighter skin.....Congrats, you guys make a lovely couple and give me hope

[@TheTwinkletoad]

I find this video with her very interesting. its really neat being able to see a bit of her culture from her point of view. it opened my eyes up to a few things I never thought about. :) congradulations you two.

[@justininarkansas7792]

you are a very patient man to put up with so much non communication those first few days

[@justininarkansas7792]

@@GV-19871 I would not say desperate. I dated two women each who had each been in the convent for over 10 years, the first couple of dates were awkward, but at least they conversed easily. I was patient, but not with no talking

[@xx2108abc769]

@@chicanoonthego 😁🤣

[@colman9635]

She seems like a very nice woman. Good luck to you both

[@SuperstudentAcademy]

she is honest. most filipinas are genuine and family-oriented... only a few really are "scammers"

[@A45kal]

She showed up on time!!! In the Philippines?? When I met my wife, she was on philippine time. No hurry. We met 6 yrs ago, been married 3 yrs now. She is the best wife. I am blessed. Your fiance seems very nice. Best wishes to you.

[@yvonnemarais7671]

What was your age difference ib years and did you have daughter older than her?Truth please !

[@danielblanco8052]

@@yvonnemarais7671 so true. very common for Philippines to be late

[@danielblanco8052]

@@yvonnemarais7671 my daughter had a problem with age also but I asked her to understand that I have learned to accept her sexuality and her friends' sexuality (which were rarely publicly shown when I was growing up) even though we gererally were not aquainted with them when I was growing up and she should try to accept the relationship I have as I accept hers. She understood I think

[@johnwilson730]

She is very nice and sweet. Good luck!

[@jenbill]

Big age difference may want to slow down a little 4 months already engaged to fast, no doubt she likes foreigners they provide the best opportunity to rise above the extreme poverty many Pilipino families struggle with. Nothing wrong with wanting a better life who doesn’t, perfectly reasonable for her to try and achieve, as long there is trust and absolute total honesty between both of you then you’re on the right path. I’m American and met my Filipina wife in similar fashion this was done before internet all by correspondence, would take about 3 weeks to receive reply, this is where trust and honesty come in, life is a gamble but can only win if you play. I brought her to the U.S and been happily married for 23 years now, good luck just take it slow.

[@yvonnemarais7671]

what was your age difference?

[@jenbill]

@@yvonnemarais7671 I forgot to include this 15 years, now that I’m 60 she is 45 really doesn’t seem much of a difference the older you get.

[@anthonymoody2897]

You guys are a real hoot. I can tell you guys definitely have something special together. This girl is a keeper, to show up actually on time and not Philippine time, amazing girl. I wish you guys all the best in starting your new lives together!

[@theexperiment8498]

I was married 22years to Filipina. I laughed when he said no one spoke on the first date. I had the exact same experience🤣😂🤣

[@petertosh4748]

All the best. Longggg engagement. If it is an act, no one can keep it up for too long...NEVER make yourself worth more dead than alive.

[@ianhop]

Amen

[@mapleleaf7530]

@@ianhop never get life insurance ...not a.healthy idea

[@majorronaldmandell7835]

peter tosh Well, actually Filipinas can keep up an act for a long time. In fact, a very long time. Actually for years, even though you see them everyday while you are courting them. My wife kept up a “Miss Sweetie Pie, butter would not melt in my mouth act”, perfectly for almost four years, while I lived in the Philippines. Immediately after we married that changed quickly and radically. I could not recognize her as the person I had know. Tons of meanness, rudeness, insults, put downs, ingratitude, and bipolar anger popped up.

[@ianhop]

@@majorronaldmandell7835 That just sounds like women everywhere

[@majorronaldmandell7835]

Ian Hopper: Trust me, not even close. In the West, frankness is valued to a certain extent, and we are quite frank when speaking with others. We are accustomed to expressing our true opinions, and feelings with those we know at least fairy well. It is completely different in the Philippines. There, frankness is not valued at all, and in all conversation outside of the immediate family, even with best friends, frankness is very seldom express. Instead, people say what sounds good, as opposed to the true. In other words, people very seldom speak the truth, outside of the immediate family. Instead, they lie. You can trust nothing that is said to you. Filipinos do not expect the truth, because they themselves do not use it. Americans do expect the truth. If you know a Filipina for five years, you will still be hearing what sounds good from her as opposed to the truth. Once you are married, you become immediate family, and you will start to hear what they really think, and feel, and you won’t like it one bit. Where as before, she told you what a swell guy you are, how generous, how thoughtful, how kind, good looking, etc., now you will find that none of this was true at all. You will find that you are ugly, selfish, have a bad attitude, dress in a sloppy manner, walk wrong, sit wrong, you’re stupid, etc., and those are just the good things they have to say about you.

[@musicguy866]

That was a sweet interview. I loved the honesty ! How fortunate you are Mark to find this beautiful diamond out of the ruff. I wish the two of you God’s almighty Blessings of Joy , and Peace!!! Thank you for sharing with us your Journey!!! 👍

[@everymanhasastory]

Thank you 😊

[@billt8075]

I was DYING from laughter when you commented about the cold water. 😂😂😂 my wife is exactly the same way. I lost my coffee when you said you google things she believes. Because I do the exact same thing!! I think you definitely should have her on for more videos. She can be of a lot of help to your subscribers giving her input on why Filipinas think, act or do what they do. Able to explain the culture etc. To the bashers out there putting their noses in business you have absolutely no reason to be in? Live and let live. If THEY are happy is ALL that matters and should matter. No reason for your hateful words and comments. Best of luck to you both Mark. Be safe.

[@jazztocountry1047]

It is common for people to use websites nowadays. Twenty five is old enough to know what she wants. Does she like your height as well?

[@allenpew8544]

It’s basically true about the cold water . It the real problem is drinking cold drinks with greasy foods because the oil or grease conceals and will just add to the fat you already have .

[@user-rp4ec3oy7s]

This is the best rehabilitation for a wounded soul

[@amanuesis]

It's funny how Jen said more than once that they love our skin color. That's funny Jen, we love yours.

[@richardibanez6462]

She’s a very nice lady with typical but honest Filipino girl character on a dating situation. Good for you man! She’s a good one. 👍

[@sundazzle8745]

She was raised in a very conservative background 😊 this kind of filipina still exist, specially in the province.

[@kelcat34]

Yeah I believe that she never was asked out on a date, cuz there's so many beautiful women in the Philippines that a lot of women get lost in the sauce. A lot of women in the Philippines and in Thailand don't know that they're beautiful cuz there's so many beautiful women.

[@dave261055]

Wow she is so lucky she’s won the lottery and he’s lucky he doesn’t have to look at a woman his own age real true love

[@catherinemorris908]

Yes, true love at its best.

[@singb5857]

You are lucky to have met a nice traditional province girl. She's really sweet.

[@tonylee7291]

Very nice chat. She is a lovely woman. I wish you both a happy life. When she gets her channel. Let us know

[@polly3324]

I just realized it is really genuine love, because of the culture difference and age gap I was quick to judge you both! Wish you the best ever 💕

[@elsatabud8827]

Hello Sir I am a British man living Mindinao Philippines with my Filipina partner. I am 64 and my partner is 43. I think we all should not pass a judgement on your relationship. We do not know from watching this Video how she feels about you. When a Filipina in love with a man it is easy to know. My only suggestion is that you watch and observe how a Filipina in love reacts.

[@pvnlouie]

Hi Elsa, you make a very interesting point here: "My only suggestion is that you watch and observe how a Filipina in love reacts." Guessing you are a Filipina too, so am very curious to hear: how one in love reacts, and what we should look for "When a Filipina in love with a man it is easy to know".

[@LarsonFamilyFarm-LLC]

Good deal, thanks for sharing....always difficult to put your story out there. Wishing you two much happiness. I've been married 32 years...wife is from mexico, we both didn't even speak each other language..it was hoot! You could never be guilty of assuming anything (or have a fight-debate) when you're struggling to communicate during the first year. Two beautiful kids...both adults 31, 29.

[@tedm4932]

I truly enjoyed this sat down talk !! I like it ! Thank you for doing that ! Do more like this !!!!!! 🤗

[@everymanhasastory]

Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment 😀

[@everymanhasastory]

Thank you 😊

[@patrickgonsalves8459]

Really enjoyed your video Mark... an honest comfortable conversation. Found myself smiling a number of times. Jen seems like a lovely girl and you look very happy together. I wish you both the very best.

[@markmoody5624]

Am I the only one that was feeling extremely anxious watching this? At the end I'm starting to understand and really like Jenny and her humble demeanor. But am I the only one that felt like this?

[@markmoody5624]

@@everymanhasastory oh, thanks for answering my question to your viewers. Lol. But, I also want to say, I respect your decision to find peace in your life. The anxiety I was feeling was simply because you chime across to me in this video as a controlling individual. I'm probably not correct and I hope I'm am. But just thought I'd explain my feelings. I wish you guys the best.

[@williamknopic7915]

You deserve each other. I do hope you have her on your show again Mark. It just seems a gentleman thing to do. Periodic updates. Good day.

[@TheMarkaaa]

well done mark ,, shes a sweetheart ,, sweat and innocent 11 good luck in the future with her

[@ladydragonpropertiesforsal6700]

I felt so sad reading negative comments about jen. I met het a couple of months ago. To all the bbashers out there. Look yourself infront the mirror and ask yourself who is the real U!!! Jen is a young kind hearted woman. And Mark is a much older guy for Jen. So what? Its their life. If theyre happy being together then leave them alone!! Who are we to judge them? There are lotts of couple who are same age, but the question is , are they really happy being with each other? The result, they end up cheating, divorce, what else? . This wotld is full of hypocrisy!.

[@sundazzle8745]

Well said Mhelite

[@sundazzle8745]

@Van peter It's so unfortunate that a lot of people are so judgmental 😔

[@sundazzle8745]

@Van peter I'm glad that you did not go through with you bad thoughts. I can't wait for us to retire in the Philippines in the near future. God bless you and your family..

[@casamiraloveinit9172]

Exactly right, love is does not matter about the age ,It matters about the attitude and the understanding each other. Eventhough the same age or rich guy and the guy has bad attitude the girl will stay away no matter she's inlove the person.The attitude and understanding each othe is the most important to have long lasting marriage.

[@davidg.2217]

JEN IS DUMB. HE IS DELUSIONAL.

[@unknown-user]

I appreciate her honesty and since I’m not white, I know the Philippines is not right for me because I will not stand a chance! It’s all good!

[@almasugawara3261]

I think she is real,honest and has no experience yet. She is a natural

[@don19655]

I think you definitely made the right decision. She seems to be a Keeper, so Sweet, so Innocent, so down to earth, and so genuine. Couldn't find that over here anymore, no matter where you looked.

[@jeffuk3940]

I've been to the Philippines many times over the last 8 years. Its a great place for a vacation. I will admit I have met many women there in the past. But in reality I always preferred to be on my own long term. Your a 65 year old male with a poor financial track record. You have hooked up with a woman 40 years younger than yourself and are calling her your fiance. She has had no past experience of the opposite sex. As exciting as it may seem the reality is with lack of birth control used in the Philippines children can be a consequence. My point is does a 65 year old man need more financial burdens.

[@canderson718]

Hopefully he's had the "snip snip" procedure

[@feexits2478]

No/

[@jeffuk3940]

@@canderson718 Its so easy to fall in love with the first one you meet. Better off meeting a few in the beginning otherwise history will end up repeating itself

[@CoachatCole]

Nailed it.

[@jeffuk3940]

@Lesley Hughes Yep 👍

[@miketurpin4959]

All I can say to the guys is DO YOUR RESEARCH. Be careful and watch out for red flags and don't be so quick to trust the first beautiful woman that sweet talks to you. Not all Filipinas are honest and we men are pretty dumb when a beautiful woman comes into our lives. Just be careful guys cause not all situations will be as great as mine or the guy in this video

[@majorronaldmandell7835]

I think that there is something that needs to be said here for the sake of all concerned. A Filipino guy cannot ask a girl out on a date until she is officially his girlfriend, and he cannot officially have the girl as his girlfriend until he courts her Filipino style, and “proposes” (and that is exactly what they call it) to her, with these exact words, and she accepts, “I love you! Will you be my girlfriend?”. Remember, I said, these exact words. Now, a part of the courtship requires that the girl is not supposed to say, “Yes”, the first time she is asked. As a matter of fact, the longer she holds out, the greater prestige she gains. Only a cheap girl would say,”Yes”, the first time she is asked. Secondly, the guy should say these words the third time he sees her. Why? Because all love in the Philippines is love at first sight, so a guy who would wait for longer than the third time he sees the girl, must be insincere in his love. I might also mention that a girl is expected to have only one boyfriend in her life. (Yes. You can’t make this stuff up). Now, let’s look at some other facts that touch upon this: First off, there are the three times more females in the Philippines (the RP), as there are males. Why? Because there is a very high infant mortality rate in the RP (as high as 50% in some areas), and most infant deaths are male. (I could tell you but time forbids). Think for a moment what this means in terms of a woman finding a boyfriend. . . Now, let’s add to that the fact that at least 20% of males are gay. . . Now, what are the chances of any girls but the most beautiful (and remember that “beautiful” in the RP means tall, or light skinned) finding a boyfriend. Oh, I should probably mention that any girl who reaches the age of 25 years old without being married is considered to be past the age of marriage - too old - over the hill. Why? Because it’s a buyers market. With four girls for every straight guy, why would any guy in his right mind pick a girl 25 or older (unless her family was wealthy), when he could have his choice of practically any younger girl he desired? What do the girls who can’t find a boyfriend do? They quite happily, and proudly, without a shade of embarrassment, become second wives. What are “second wives”? These are what we call mistresses in the West,except in the Many other beautiful girls quite happily become the girlfriends of dikes. They say that dikes know how to please them physically better than real guys. Incidentally being dikes, and lesbians are full accepted, and quite popular in the RP. there is no shame, and nothing immoral about it Now, for those who still find it hard to believe that this video guy’s girlfriend could never have been on a date, before, let me add this: Have you noticed the color of this guy’s girlfriend. If not, look again. She is quite dark. Color is everything in the RP. Dark people are considered to be ugly there, no matter how attractive they might seem to a westerner. Frankly, it would be embarrassing for any Filipino guy to be seen with a girl of that darkness, and secondly, the color of one’s as yet unborn children is of paramount importance when selecting a girlfriend. I can remember being asked very often while I lived in the RP, why we foreigners (including myself) “always” chose such ugly girls when we were so handsome, and could have any girl we wanted. They could not believe me when I told them that most of we foreigners did not consider darkness to be ugly. How could they?

[@majorronaldmandell7835]

Every Man Has a Story: I lived in Manila for six years. For the first couple of yesterday, I taught school at an international school. I then worked as a contract hire at the US Embassy compound at SeaFront, some several miles south of the Embassy proper, on Rojas Blvd. I traveled a whole lot around the county. I had approximately 35 girlfriends during this time, not because I was special, but specifically because I knew how to court Filipino style. However, I met several expats during this period who were unable to find a girlfriend in this land of plenty, however none of them were willing to listen to anything I had to say on the subject. They simply could not conceive of anyone doing anything different than we Americans do it, or of having different values. But, I’m here to tell you that Philippine (RP) culture and values are radically different than ours. For instance, right and wrong, good and bad are completely different. For instance, in the west these values are objective, while in the Philippines they are subjective. For instance, if I or my brother rapes your sister, this is perfectly OK. Neither I, nor my bother have committed no sin. On the other hand, if you rape my sister, this is a grievous crime, a moral sin, and no punishment is too harsh. Written laws are the same way, subjective. For instance, the RP penal Code states that there shall be no bail in the case of capital crimes, however in practice it depends entirely upon who you are, who you know, who you are related to, what you position is, and how much money one has. Now, you may say that this is someone’s the case in the US as well, however, in the US, this would be an undercover thing, something kept secret, some that the officials authorizing it would know that they were doing wrong. Not so, in the RP. There it is considered to only right that the law should be applied differently to different people, and there is no attempt to hide it. Different strokes for different folks is the law of the land. I should also mention in relation to right and wrong that Filipinos believe that nothing can happen without God’s approval, and they use this to justify their actions. For instance if I steal your your motor cycle, I have done nothing wrong, since God would not have allowed me to do it if it was wrong. The fact that he allowed me to do it is proof that it was not wrong. As to preference in skin color, this is very often referred to by Filipinos as a “Colonial Mentality”, meaning that Filipinos have adopted the values of their former colonial masters in regard to beautiful, and many other things. I made it a point during the years that I lived in the RP to constantly question, and investigate anything that I experienced, or observe everyday, in order to learn the “why”, and thus the culture. For instance, one day I noticed that motorcycle drivers always wore long sleeved jackets, although it was alway swelteringly hot. It didn’t make sense to me. I learned that motor cycle drivers did this to prevent their extended arms from becoming dark. Once again, dark skin is ugly. I might mention one other thing before I “park my pen”, as Filipinos say. I would never recommend that a foreigner marry a Filipino. The cultures, attitudes, and beliefs are just too dissimilar. For instance, in addition to that which I cited above concerning right and wrong, gratitude, and appreciation are unknown in the Filipino culture. I know what you may be thinking, “Wait a minute, gratitude, and appreciation are natural human traits. All humans are born feeling this, etc.”. Not true, rather, as I found out the hard way, these traits rte learned behaviors. Remember, in the RP, nothing happens unless it is God’s will, therefore your benefactor was God,not you. God deserves the credit, the appreciation, and the gratitude, therefore, you are undeserving of credit. You did nothing. You were only Goo’s unwilling instrument. No matter what you do, or how long you do it for, and no matter how much you sacrifice, you will never be worthy of the slightest genuine recognition, and of course when you ask for a favor, you will be turned down cold. I could go on and on with these cultural dissimilarities, and the hurt and pain they cause for paragraphs, but suffice it to say that it is difficult enough for any man and woman to understand and get along with each other, without adding these deep divisions to the mix. OK. If you should have questions, I am here to assist.

[@pattywest1]

What a lovely conversation

[@andrewtorres4032]

You two are perfect for eachother😊 Remember Mark...A Happy Wife is a Happy Wife 😊 I really enjoy you two opening up to all of us. Always stay safe

[@johnshumate6132]

You two are a great couple and thank you for sharing your story with us. I wish you two all the best.

[@todd7756]

this was a great vlog, it was my favorite. Learned so much. you definently need to do this more often with our girl friend.

[@darthsynchronic]

The LOVE of a Filipina is intense and wonderful at the same time. Being with a person that have pure intentions motivates you as a MAN to be respectful, loving, understanding, and open to be good at your relationship.

[@ronadexplorer1362]

She’s such a nice person and her honesty and sincerity is there.

[@kabysummit5801]

Wow eye opening about the dating culture differences

[@merlriso8831]

Watching this video made me laugh sometimes.. I like Jen, her innocence and honesty. Good luck to both of you!

[@cherryfloridavlog9110]

Hey couple... congrats to you both ... be strong and stay healthy ... more lovin... we’ve Married for 11 years now ... it’s worthed .... . Thanks for sharing this story ... More blessings ... Brian & Cherry

[@buddylewis2743]

That was a good interview. I feel like I got to know a little bit about you two and how the relationship developed. Good luck and best wishes.

[@danielbianchi3479]

You got very lucky, a True Blue Filipina! Shy, but totally as real as they come! Merry Christmas to you both!❤❤❤😂

[@d9918]

Jimmy would make a good detective, he has a good questioning style.

[@midlifecrisisdad1570]

my girl is the same.. no one went after her... you guys are awesome

[@macray63]

If pilipina intruduced you to her family it means shes is serious,but if not shes probably one of those hustler working in tha bar

[@bobbypage4854]

Really enjoyed this video , she’s a sweetheart. Your both lucky to found each other. May you have a lot of happiness. God bless 🌹

[@ateviemacs7114]

I have so much respect young ladys at your age still ask permission from your parent,that's very filipino...because now a days "GIRLS" think they can decide and just do what ever they want( but not all tho)

[@bruceteel7]

Awesome video, nice to see the cultural differences

[@BuhayOFWQatar]

NICE ..Philippines is a good, beautiful country . I will always be proud to be a Filipino.

[@trailman258]

Wow!! She has a vivacious personality and is loaded with enthusiasm and bursting with energy. You're a lucky man.

[@jy4141]

Jen is genuine and has a really caring nature, even though she struggles to articulate her sentences it comes from a place of sincerity so you don't have to feel awkward at all.

[@terripeek2346]

I don’t know why but Filipina have this thing with white skin! Lol I’m married to an African American and we’ve been married for 12 years, my family moved to America from the Philippines when I was 12.