We All Shed Tears.. Emotional Meeting Vakul Filipina in Batanes.. (Found Her 1 Year Later)

[@juansanz5853]

Simple life, no internet, no pollution, no stress, fresh air and food. This is the life I've been longing for.. God Bless Batanes and thank you Guys for such an emotional and beautiful video.

[@gemmasingian3474]

Omg, that lady is amazing 💞can’t stop crying , much respect to all the people of Batanes🥰❣️🙏

[@titaedlynv.]

Unbelievable 84 yrs.old still manage to walk up in the hills?👏❤ Isolated place but leaving in a healthy life w/out gadget ? If you are healthy it means u are wealthy ❤❤❤

[@charleslistowel2124]

It all about the food they eat and the exercise they do wow we just fortunate in the cuties

[@saintchick3437]

sherlyn is a kind hearted woman. Reminds of my wife. Take care of her Finn. You are a lucky man as I am.

[@bluemarshall6180]

I love my wife. She loves me. We both love each other in all this years. 😁

[@lettielotho-chiok7589]

Finn, take note of this advice. Love Sherlyn with all your heart as she's an amazing woman. You're one lucky guy to have her.

[@josiechaplin5312]

Of course I paused what I was doing to watch this. I shed some tears at the sight of lola climbing up that hill carrying her day's work. 💖😥 Lola also got teary eyed knowing the effort you took to fi d her. 👵 And look at those doggies🐕🐩‼ 84 years strong - simply amazing. Clean simple living. 🙏💯😇

[@rayval5615]

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[@rayval5615]

How I just wished Finn did not show where she lives. I hope tourists will be mindful and respect her and family's privacy so as not to ruin their simple life.

[@m3Lnavigator]

@@rayval5615 well the old lady seems to be happy accepting visitors and perhaps not everyday there is tourist in sabtang island it is difficult to go there.

[@cristinafinn2732]

Natawa at naiyak ako kay Sherlyn...natawa ako kasi kahit saan ka ibato makakatulog ka which is denied to many (like me - it's my thorn in the flesh!)...at hindi maarte - you are well-grounded, girl!...naiyak ako sa kababaan ng loob mo...your heart can just love anyone - just like Jesus's heart...and Finn, thank you for seeing the beauty in everything...for rendering worth to people and things that the world sees as nothing or a nobody...I see the beauty of God in your heart, as well...keep being God's conduit of selflessness...the world needs people like you and Sherlyn who feel less of themselves...people, like the Vacul lady, who are not tainted with the cares of the world are the closest to God's heart...and you see that kind of gem in them that shines from within for Him.

[@ArchieS-id8lf]

I like how most Filipinos are multi lingual. Lola speaks Ivatan, Tagalog, English and I'm guessing Ilocano too. Sherlyn speaks Visaya, Tagalog and English and maybe in the future, Icelandic? Very heartwarming vlog, thank you both.

[@kawaiiafangirl]

Yep. My dad speaks Hiligaynon, Tagalog, and English (and understands Spanish bc he took it in school there) and my mom speaks Bisayan, English, and Tagalog.

[@bhoyalcazar9688]

We dont rlly speak ilocano but we can understand a lil bit of ilocano

[@nelsagayo9626]

I cried so much when I saw the old woman still working hard at the age of 84. It such an inspiration to all of us. Thanks Finnlyn for documenting their lives it gives us lesson to live in a simple and healthier life. Life that's full of gratitude. 😍🤗

[@naditperme5158]

I'm crying so beautifull moment to see a very strong woman at her age she is still climbing up the mountain

[@jojosevilla4483]

while you and sherlyn were in sabtang, the northern most part of the Philippines, kulas ( becoming filipino ) is at bongao, tawi:tawi, the southern most tip of the country, you guys are really amazing

[@therainmaker8946]

and just now i saw kulas and pinpin in cebu playing basketball 😉👍

[@indaywalker3568]

Teary eyed here😪 You dont know how much that was meant for her that you guys really went up to the mountain and look for her, that was precious 👍👌 may she have long healthy life🙏 thank you Finn and Sherlyn 💏 Btw good luck for your game today Finn🏀

[@lettielotho-chiok7589]

Lots of love, happiness, joyful heart, healthy living and enjoying the simplicity and beauty of God's creation--the mountains, hills and lush nature...and the Ivatans' warmth, kindness, and pure heart are just mind-blowing. TRULY AMAZING BATANES!

[@sandywinger3898]

Beautiful story about her life and also emotional , should make us appreciate every we have in live . Awesome scenery again . God bless her and her family . I’m so happy that you found her and shared this special time you and Sherlyn had with her . 😊😍

[@Adramali]

You two better stop making me tear up. Its heart warming that you found Lola.

[@auroratulay1192]

Thanks Finnlyn for this wonderful vlog, its bit emotional, a simple happy life, hiking in the mountain and just like you won a prize to reach Lola Diding.. More power, n more vlog to come.. ❤️❤️❤️

[@melmendoza3918]

I got teary eyes too. Contentment is a secret of less stress. God bless everyone!

[@soniaabordo3402]

Kakaiyak nman💖

[@Cdel2006]

So nice of Sherilyn to be doing the 'mano' to the beautiful lola. Not a lot of our young Filipinos specially in Manila do that. Wonderful of you guys to come back to Batanes. One of the safest provinces in the Philippines with zero crime rate and with the most honest, hard-working Filipinos. Went there once last year too and looking forward to coming back soon.

[@rosa.ocho86]

Tearjerker 🥺 I'm so happy at last you found her. And the meeting was like a lola meeting her apos for a long time. Happiness.

[@conniecantelmo5449]

Sooo touching, brought me to tears, the power of human connection and the beauty of pure hearts. I feel you Finn and Sherlyn.

[@glennraf2005]

aahhhh..can't help but shed tears to the heartwarming scenes upon seeing lola.. inspiring story of her.. i love the gesture of doing "manu" where nowadays not many people doing it now.. and it's so funny when you wake up sherlyn and her funny reaction and how the local laugh as well😊😊😊

[@marijolivitzky4336]

She is such a sweet girl, got emotional and cried with happiness to have met her. The lady was very happy to see her. Yes, it was a beautiful moment.

[@bobbykm4jeg234]

Yes it was

[@tirsocorgos3994]

Yes Finn you have just met Lola and how happy she was seeing you both...

[@rockout1180]

Wow that was remarkable. What a beautiful woman ♥️🇵🇭

[@jocelynmatsuzawa3386]

Watching this video made me realize satisfaction and isolation gives human long life.

[@bluemarshall6180]

Covid free.

[@mikemurphy6124]

Great island; great vibes...such a happy woman... LOVE THE SIMPLE LIFE. ❤❤❤

[@Chazzz61]

Well that certainly brought a tear to my eyes ! What a wonderful lady and how happy she was to see you guys complete strangers and yet like old friends meeting again! Thank you for this moment Finnlyn

[@susancarrera8781]

That’s really so beautiful moment to go back after one year to see her again; I wonder she’s so strong at 84 years old because of her constant hiking up the mountain; the more you walk, hike, the longer you live no medicine to take, stress free,simple,healthy living, eat vegetable, fish; they are more healthier than most people no complaints, no tv,no internet, wow, we are so spoiled. Thank you Finn, Sherlyn for sharing that humble, full of spirit lady,so simple yet very happy. We can learn humility from her.👍🥰

[@vonnel]

Sherlyn you have a very soft spot for the elderly! So sweet and commendable! Finn i want to believe that looking for her is not about the social media but for a sincere connection ! My heart is melting!!! You value our outstanding heritage!..i hope filipinos will have more appreciation.. Amazing that there is not much trace of the typhoon damage..i can still see the stone houses!!!

[@tembot6363]

Lintek ka pin pin, you made me cry again.......... Whats with you man....... You always make a way to unplug tears in my eyes! Always surreal......... Long live man......

[@deliadavid7244]

Both of You have A Heart of Gold “for taking extra special time to See & Visit Grand old Lady-Lola . It is indeed very Humbling. That’s an example of Humility, Humbleness & Meekness Within You two. ...FinnLyn , my Utmost thanks for sharing The Beauty of Batanes through Ur Outstanding Video Production. Finn Snow your Work of Arts , May I say it’s World Class . Wonderful Amazingly done . 👏 P/s Sherlyn, U Beautiful when having a Nap -just Sleeping . There is old saying “ Sleeping is Healthy & Healing . 😍💕👏👏👍

[@eduardopandeagua8406]

You two have such a beautiful heart and thank you Finn for showing the Philippines to the world

[@deliadavid7244]

Eduardo Pandeagua ❤️👍

[@irenelumayas7529]

I'm teary eye while I watching Lola to carry things but she smilled even she tired😭I remember my nanay in the province.thank you Finn and sherlyn to film this,God bless you and the Lola.

[@joyceelesterio2641]

I shed tears too! Sherlyn, I just love you and your heart of gold. I guess you are the first people to document her. Lola Fely is the Ivatan icon for vakul in all over Batanes, you can see her on pictures and a lot of paintings. Her smile is just so contagious 😊 God bless you lovely couple❤💛

[@wendys3514]

Jeez...you make me cry again Sherlyn and Finn...that was so kind of you guys to visit Lola...living simple life in a nice village like that is the real paradise! 🥰👍

[@ricricvinyl2401]

The love you have for the place and the people of Sabtang the first time you went there was really the purest and the most profound of all emotions. I can feel it too when I saw Sherlyn shed tears upon seeing the lady that really touched your hearts. Her tears speak of a longing to see someone that meant so much, so special to both of you. You two have demonstrated a sublime example of how to love a place, a person, or a memory. Finn may not have cried or shed tears, but his holding of that feeling may have been buried way, way deep inside of him, that to just smile would be like speaking a million words to express it. You two have the purest of souls that can only know one thing -TO LOVE UNCONDITIONALLY.

[@mediviclozada4027]

Now that you know where she live, it will be always a tear jerking moment to meet her again and again

[@alysadelacruz5066]

Omg this is very emotional☺️ Sherlyn and Finn I’m so proud of u guy’s. She looks like ur lola Sherlyn, she was so surprised to see her apo. God bless and Love u Guy’s.

[@crisdmanagermagpayo1619]

Now im watching this .. while taking a rest.. and im to emotional.. tears of joy.. for lola for thanking you guys for visiting her..❤

[@vincek296]

What a MOVING experience...especially that moment when she was climbing up carrying her vegetables. To top it off, the genuine smile upon meeting you. You guys are so lucky to have met her. You have great videos of the different beautiful Islands, but, for me, this is the most special, and on a different level. This is what separates you and kulas from the other vloggers.

[@victoriaagustin9864]

Vince K , Finn and Kulas’ videos are genuine they’re not fake just like other vloggers who just want to get subscribers.

[@susancarrera8781]

I’m envious with this humble lady because she’s full of ENERGY at that age, most of us probably just sit watch tv all day, I love where they live, like Paradise, garden of Eden, the view up the mountain is so beautiful, I don’t mind living there, she’s 84, she looks 64 years old.

[@hansschuberg1824]

The smile... the tears of joy... the show of heartfelt appreciation... is always worth the long, perspiring trek of life. Keep up the good vibes Finn and Sherlyn!

[@emmanuelvillaran]

She's so beautiful and her smile is radiating. I'm tearing up seeing how beautiful pure human connection is in that moment. ☺️🙏

[@dwanderingbrownbear1149]

She’s definitely richer than most of us. I think everyone’s goal is to live with such happiness and contentment. Thank you for sharing this awesome experience.

[@joevicmeneses8918]

Yes it's not just Sherlyn who has this special skills in sleeping most filipinos do have this.

[@rollieg.3845]

So heartwarming moment with the iconic Ivatan lady who is still going strong. Carry on and more power Finn-Lyn!

[@MattiAceGaming2]

The woman with the rock just caught my attention for some reason. The simple life looks so beautiful

[@mikeinisrael]

When I saw Sherlyn crying, my heart jumped and it brought me to tears as well. Idk why I felt what sherlyn felt. The connection between them is just awesome. Love you guys. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jdtisme9100]

I'm sure she's thinking "these poor fools are sympathetic for my life and I have nothing but simplicity, love and a beautiful connection to a place I dearly love" as it is obvious by the smile on her face in every shot and even every picture that she loves the life she lives. My first trip to the Philippines was my first trip ever out of the U.S. and it was extremely!!! eye opening how stress free and happy so many insanely poor Filipino families were (at least in the provinces). It definitely made me question what brings happiness and what being successful in life really is...

[@inusaranglaag230]

Working to satisfy the most basic of needs is what gives the most contentment. Poor people work hard to have something to eat/drink, have a roof over their head, and when they get those satisfied, they don't look for much anymore, that's why they actually have lesser stress

[@stateofmind4341]

Also eye opening for me. Felt a peace I've never felt before Blessings✌🏽🇺🇸🇵🇷

[@patptrailblazingforthelord172]

Another beautiful story... and I cried a river...

[@emmacreeger7556]

Finn my Mom who live in Maasin Leyte , prefered to work in our farm and She will turn 80 next year .I hope I can come visit her and celebrate her 80 birthday.

[@ollyoy6963]

Glad no one was around to see me crying while watching this video... so much emotion...

[@JabirJeff]

How I wish I had Sherlyn's magic skill of falling asleep easily. I've always been emotional everytime I watch you both, it's insane, and it feels great all the time☝️✌🏻🤟❤😍🥰😘🙏🇵🇭🤩

[@angeliteresacabrera3668]

Made me cried.. it’s too inspirational . What a simple life she has ....

[@kittypink9574]

Oh my Lord, i got soooo emotional seeing her😭😭😭😭😭 so heartbreaking 😭💔💔💔 despite her hard life she’s still full of life and contentment. What a beautiful soul🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@elmerjennydiaz8232]

You’re both genuine poeple. May God bless you on your journeys and guide you wherever you go. Much love from a Filipino in Australia.

[@sofia-df6vp]

When your heart is pure you can't stop crying and laughing.i feel what lab lab Sherlyn.🤗😘💐

[@gregabesames9297]

It's amazing how just a fleeting smile can make such an emotional connection.

[@glendareserva6938]

I cried too! such a precious moment. people who do not really know each other yet got connected first simply by a beautiful smile and with her iconic head gear...and the appreciation is pure...thank you Sherilyn and Finn for doing such an effort to comeback just to see this lovely lady again.

[@leticiachiok8057]

Couldn't hold my tears...'it's like finding a long-lost brother'. It was so touching to have found her again, after a thorough search in Sabtang. Finn and Sherlyn met her a year ago on their first trip to Batanes. This wonderful lady who became a model in pictorials with her solo photo clad in Ivatan clothes/headdress which was posted in tourism ad and poster in the Batanes airport. That time she was much younger and now, she is already 84 y.o.and still strong, working the mountainside, with lots of steep hiking. How amazing! One of the best emotional true-to-life video/vlogg I have ever encountered featuring the Philippines and its remarkable people. Thanks much Finn.👏💕😌

[@leticiachiok8057]

The most heart-wrenching true-to-life story of this 84-year old Ivatan woman who posed for a photographer many years ago (she was much younger then) and her iconic photo in Ivatan costume was displayed and used as a tourist promotion. She instantly became famous.

[@potem05]

This is the first time I commented on a vlog, can't help it but shed tears, seeing Lola... her smile, reminds me of my Lola who is in Leyte and is sick right now... ❤ -a fan from Davao

[@crisdmanagermagpayo1619]

Tha Vakul lady is very beautiful despite of her age.. her everyday living in Batanes going ups and down of the mountain is her natural health buff.. Very inspiring lady @ 84..

[@caridadillustrisimo6284]

How loving and caring you've become to keep asking lablab if she's ok.

[@jackibagbaga7638]

The Sabtang lady will appreciate your visit; you treated her like visiting a Grandma.

[@EveJules]

This made me emotional while watching Sherlyn hugging lola. Finn is right how can we complain when there’s more people around who lives uncomfortably and yet they seem happy and contended.

[@madelynnagtalon5763]

Omg...sherlyn..im crying too..what a humble lady she is..god bless for her..

[@jeffersonalbano7356]

Wow. I'm speechless. I guess the tears in my eyes will do the talking.. I learnt somewhat in this video... Nevet complain how hard life is.

[@RamenBoyTV]

Finn is so lucky to have sherlyn this girl is a cowboy and soft hearted women.

[@joelsantiago47]

Boy that made me shed tears seeing lola still working at that age. She should be relaxing & enjoying her life. Can't complain in her situation. God bless her & the people of Batanes. 😢😢😢🇵🇭

[@edgarsantos2217]

Inspiring meet ups to Lola... a Tribute to her life in a simple and yet special way...

[@jangiignacio43]

Thank you for sharing this moment Pin-Pin, for reminding us that life is hard but as long as we remain to have compassion for others, strangers or family, everything is going to be okey. This vlog is just what is needed, many people right now are full of hate and anger.. We are human, love and compassion is our nature. Blessings to you Pin-Pin and to your girlfriend, and to Lola as well..

[@echonchavez7421]

Amazing Lola and Lolo. They're indeed one of the best people in The Philippines

[@mariamamenta4289]

I'm so happy you loved our country so much knowing your country, Iceland is beautiful too. A country I hope to see too someday when and if I can afford to travel like you guys! Enjoy your stay with us!

[@felopzddefpotec1600]

With that I think the moral lesson of this vlog is: stressful living is the culprit of major health problems.

[@TG-gk6fv]

I totally agree. That's why im moving to the Philippines from USA to retire

[@trancazia]

How can anyone watch this without a dry eye is totally beyond me, very moving Finn thank you so much for sharing : @ )

[@eddelacruz6846]

I was in tears watching your meeting with the lovely Vakul Ivatan lady. She is beautiful and very genuine. The people in Batanes are polite, God fearing and genuine.

[@eirenebonaobra187]

This vlog made me cry maybe because seeing her at 84 still working but i realize lola is so lucky at her age she can still go up and down that mountain. And seeing her with a great aura makes me feel happy for her. Seeing her smile makes me also smile. Thanks for this Batanes vlog.

[@liamwilliams6088]

I love you guys so much, Finn and Sherlyn..you are both amazing, and I too shed a tear

[@tagaislaako4260]

You guys made me tears when you met Lola in the mountain. Im poor and had lived in the farm when i was in elementary and high school. Life in the mountains or farm is amazing.

[@marioagustin9036]

Sheryln is such a kindly sweet and good example of dalagang filipina.. your lucky guy finn..

[@christianlordtalboofficial5646]

It is incredibly amazing. The effort you've insert just to find Lola is worth to watch the entire video. And also the story of Lola is such an inspirational and made me goosebumps. Long live to your channel. 😘😘😘 Willing to hug for those who want. ❤❤❤

[@rodeatulayba6220]

Goodbye in ivatan is "avek dana". Teary eyed here. Im an ivatan, too. Watched this episode several times already, and it still brings me to tears. Subscribed and 🔔.

[@fatimafaris3544]

Grabe ganda ng Batanes

[@userbutnotabuser24]

Batanes did it again. This beautiful place made you cry for the second time. Wow!

[@IanRustia]

Thank you for your vlogs bro. They are very uplifting. God Bless you and Sherlyn.

[@kerryevans1562]

One love for Lola Greetings from Dublin Ireland brothers and sisters she is not far WRONG... Batanes is exceptional It's timeless....WOW... The hospitality sleeping to the sound of the waves... Finn and Sherlyn you got to give the love to get the LOVE ...Bahalana...

[@edwardsniper4753]

I'm here already at cebu city sports institute finfin soo excited to watch fighter boy's play basketball against my favorite PBA player dondon hontiveros....

[@WoLF-uu8hr]

The world needs more appreciative people like her

[@yveth731]

appreciated Finn and Sherlyn your efforts and patient to find lola 👌 the way of living how tough I respect and admire her and the people’s who was living in sabtang village.holding my tears and emotion because I’ll remember my grandma 👵💔💟

[@alymv91]

This si so heart warming Finn my shirt is drenched with tears. This is just simply happiness

[@dannybrehm1148]

Wow what a story of humanity. Thank You.

[@elizabethbadion2487]

I’m laughing at Sherlyn sleeping in the corner ha ha ha ha ha

[@launcelotqdaddynigwennethe4775]

elizabeth badion me too

[@hansipogidarval2239]

LUV LUV this segment...both heartwarming and sentimental! As I have stated you both always encounter unforgettable moments so never ending salamat for sharing!

[@lettielotho-chiok7589]

Totally overwhelming emotions of humility, compassion, happiness and finding joy in simple life of people communing with its environs. Overall, it's a very touching journey in your own life too-- feeling and experiencing an unforgettable moment with Vacul Aling Fely, an Ivatan icon in Sabtang, Batanes--this amazing 84-yr. old grandmother, still strong and working in the mountains, appreciating your visit. So touching esp. when Sherlyn and her hugging each other. Was teary-eyed...it's like finding a long-lost loved one or best friend. This vlog touched me deeply. God bless you both in doing this film and good luck to all your upcoming vlogs. Kudos!

[@spicer41282]

Because of this Episode and your relentless pursuit of her? Subscribed! & Bell'd Notified! As well as let all Ads play in full. Hope that covers a little bit of your overhead. I believe you've found your Niche! You should do more Vids like this! Find your protagonist and create even deeper stories. Congrats in finding her and Not giving up!

[@giovanniyap5327]

and maybe include "join"too haha

[@therionking6570]

Missing my grandma.. 😢 Thank you finn and sherlyn.. 😍

[@TravisGinther]

I’m crying too. Bring me a box a tissues

[@orexponebe1189]

Hope this vlog will open the hearts and minds of all people in all walks of life that we should take care our grandmas and grandpas,be proud and be thankful one day at a time! Imagine those neglected grandmas and grandpas on the streets and home for the aged suffering and longing for the attention,love and care of their family and loveones!😌😥

[@ianwatson8531]

And speaks perfect English!

[@vicentaschreiber478]

You have such a good heart guys💝it was sooo emotional to meet lola, and her story 😥

[@gregkiser4928]

My eyes fill with tears looking at this woman!!! I jus want to hug her and tell her I love her!!! And I don’t even understand why!?!?!? Maybe you should make a movie of her life!!! And have Sherlyn play her role!!!

[@DogMumof3]

Wow she is that famous. I did not know this until now. That's amazing old folks out there. Beautiful friendly people

[@emmacreeger7556]

You two make me cry , And lola is soo happy woman despite the hardship of life but She still manage to smile and make everyone cry loke dai Sherlyn. THey are the lucky one that live a simple life.

[@mariasomoray539]

This is emotional video I’ve ever seen. As her age she’s till working at the age of 84. Thank you Finn for this video. God bless you always and Good health. Take care. Watching in Brisbane, Australia..

[@Goaly123]

Lola for sure was so confused... Unbelievable strength for Lola I loved her Life...

[@elizabetharce9733]

Sherlyn is sooo sweet..you'll see how kindhearted she is..love you both Finn sure real you made her feel so loved..😘

[@NS-ur5ss]

Hats off to you Fin unlike other expats that have similar Philippine channels you have a genuine philanthropic essence to your uploads.

[@rosanacastro9567]

I've notice her rough palms & fingers how hardworking she is,simple clean life,no chemicals,and her happy aura always wears a smile on her face,that makes healthy & fit,inspite of her age,