My Sons Are Filipinos Because Life in the Philippines Is All They Know' | Smart Parenting

[@joanschmidt6634]

Both our kids were born in the Philippines, but we are danish. We moved back to denmark when they turned 7 and 5. Today i can still see in them the filipino part, cause you can never take out of a kid what they learned in the early days of thier life.

[@josephzhavec964]

Schmidt Fam that’s beautiful. Hope you all find yourselves back in the Ph to visit again!

[@HomeCook88]

Sana bumalik kayo dito Pinoy kaya kayo

[@skillfullyyoursmaris4425]

Schmidt Fam d

[@silloterosielyn478]

True. U are always welcome here in the Philippines. I wish i can meet someone from denmark 😊

[@louiesamclavel314]

@Русская сука Russian wolf wtf?

[@danilolabitad623]

When this kids grown up and you are old I'm sure this kids will never leave you they will take care their daddy and mommy till the end!

[@butterflyzcanfly]

The Filipino way ♥️♥️♥️

[@danilolabitad623]

@Ganda Gandara ganda nag ka taon lang mga bastos at walang utang na loob kalahi mo wag mong lahatin ang pinoy

[@danilolabitad623]

@Ganda Gandara nasa kultur a na natin yan brod wag mo kaming idamay sa kabastusan at ka walanghiya mo sa mga magulang mo ikaw lang yan

[@bulldogrocks]

@Ganda Gandara yeah, only the Filipino who worked abroad. The OFW who thinks they're better than their peers just because they earned USD, but that is soon to change.

[@danilolabitad623]

@Ganda Gandara sorry ha ang mga anak ko ay hindi ka gaya mo na bastos at walang hiya sa magulang wag kang mandamay sa iba ikaw lang yan at anak mo someday ganyan din gawin sayo dahil ugali mo maging ugali din NG anak mo walang breeding

[@donvistan9405]

I'm a Filipino American born in the Philippines I came to the states when I was 18 years of age my mother is a British citizen and my step dad is an American, and I am now 47yrs old and my wife is from Mexico and raised in the US but my kids embrace the Filipino culture more because I made myself as good example for them and they experienced and learned the practicality of the Filipino culture, and I also raised them as American Patriots and a productive member of society.

[@k-studio8112]

Thanks for having a Filipino heart

[@clairepiol]

How nice to have that attitude, thank you sir.

[@penguinsforever1609]

People who embrace/learn about different cultures are well rounded and open minded people. Really awesome how your kids can compare the similarities and differences of Americans, Mexicans, and Filipinos. Bonus….all the different foods!!!

[@bb89670]

I was born in the Philippines too, moved here to the state when I was 10 in the early 60's. I am now 70, yes 70. my second husband is an american with Irish, Scottish, Mexican background. My kids say they are filipinos. My niece half puerto rican, my nephews half mexicans, they all say they're filipinos nothing else.They grew up eating filipino food. I never forgot to speak tagalog, although when I was going to school, I did forget but I forced myself to speak it, twisted tongue and all. There were no filipino kids in my class in those days. I hung around with white americans, mexican- americans born and bred here , I had black friends even then. I have a friend who is half filipino born in the Philippines, came here when she was 3 yrs old. her father was American stationed there. We hung out, she was the first friend I met in grammar school. We still are friends up to this day. I don't understand why some filipinos just want to forget where they came from, refusing to speak tagalog when they came as older kids. We are unique! Have you seen The God Culture series youtubes? It's why I say we are unique.

[@albertpang102]

Wow 🤩 that’s 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎man !!!!

[@abelardoandolong7859]

Your story is heartwarming, only a few Americans would acknowledged Filipino culture. I guess you are an exemption. Cheers to you and family!

[@LetterSignedBy51SpiesWasA-Coup]

I disagree. Many Americans would have their kids embrace Filipino culture if they were living in the Philippines it’s just that not many American families live in the Philippines so it’s a rare sight to see.

[@edmhie1]

yan ang problema sa Pilipinong tulad mo, walang confidence sa sarili.

[@asandmyfil-amhubby9666]

But many expat love's it

[@imafilipino1287]

ikaw lang yun brown american

[@moisesgayo3044]

"my boys were born and raised in the Philippines. I have declared them Fil-Am"

[@janifercadungog6598]

You might be a Pilipino citizens if you have a pilipino origin can probe into

[@marsm6925]

Lol exactly

[@holiday07]

When they reach adulthood and by then your family would have gone back to the States, they will have fond memories about growing up. I’ve lived in different countries and I can sincerely say that there is nothing like being a kid in the Philippines.

[@michaelbitoon2402]

That is a very nice testimony. I maybe bias, but the Ph. is the only country notable by many vlogs of expats declaring it the "PARADISE" or "HEAVEN ON EARTH".. Mike from Iligan City, Mindanao, Ph.

[@MaiTakeda]

Yeah. These kids will have a place of "boys & maids" to go home to.

[@zethcao11]

The small boy went to the sari-sari store with his backpack. I remember when I was young, I have to drop by to the sari-sari store to buy some candies before going to school

[@ceyx1201]

It shoul be sarisari. There's no such root word "sari" Mga Pinoy sarisari po, hindi po sari-sari. Itama po natin ito sa ibang Lahi.

[@Yk-if3ev]

@@ceyx1201 I disagree. It should be sari-sari rather than sarisari since it is not a noun. It was a combination of adverb and a verb functioning as an adjective (closely related to verbals, but not a verbal) to define the store. While you can be right on your explanation regarding the etymology of the word, however, the doubling of word is a typical characteristic of the Philippine Austronesian heritage. It is not about the root word per se but the context on how it was used.

[@vegafria59]

@@ceyx1201 it was sari-sari not sarisari kahit sa libro makikita mo yan ay nku

[@Yk-if3ev]

Sari-sari is a modern adaptation of the word to avoid confusion since the Filipino language has so many repetitive words. The confusion is due to the adoption of Roman letters vis-a-vis the baybayin including clustered words functioning as one word. Examples of clustered words but spelled two words in Roman letters: In Roman letters "dala dala, sari sari, iba iba, (ma)rami rami". But in baybayin it is one word. In order to remove the confusion, the Filipino language used hyphenation.

[@chulaguy619]

That photo of your son buying something from a Sari-sari store is classic! I remember growing up in the Philippines doing the exact same thing. That is really cute! Keep up the good work. Mabuhay!

[@siennameenah4947]

Raising your kids with the values of the two cultures, getting the best of both...you know these kids are going to be good people, faring well in life. God bless your beautiful family, Amber.

[@zzzzzsleeping]

The key was, they see people less unfortunate, your kids will learn how to humble. When you humble, you care for humanity!! Your kids will treasure that forever. Someone said; To learn to love, one must first learn to see.

[@LaughterandJesus]

I'm third generation Filipino.....This is inspiring....your love for the country I have never been to makes me want to visit the Phillipines even more....This creates a unity...

[@MrDeimos05]

i like that part "through our humanity, we are all connected" ...so true... ALL ARE ONE

[@juanbautista1382]

Being parents of those kids, I could tell you that you are lucky having them live and learn filipino traditions and cultures they will take care of you when you grow old. God Bless 🙏

[@Dan-ir8kf]

Calm down, he is just trying to say that it was for the better that her kids adopted the filipino culture which has the characteristics of being a family oriented person which includes taking care of their mom when she gets old. Not like the american culture where they put you to the elderly homes if you get old.

[@danicurl196]

@Русская сука Russian wolf Before you react to a comment, can you please try to comprehend what the comment means?

[@piyah5920]

Русская сука chill wth, this is a video about philippines so ofc they will only mention this country

[@Dan-ir8kf]

Русская сука ... there you go, you said it yourself, thats what he mentioned in his comment that HER kids will take care of her and not the home for the aged people. And im not saying its bad, whats being implied here is that its way better that your child would take care of you when you get old.

[@edmhie1]

@Dragoslav De La Vega wow! you are a danger to society.

[@skymatthew2924]

Sees Filipinos in the title Filipinos: *Who dares awaken the ancient one*

[@anthony4acre]

The Philippines is an awesome place to bring up your children, I wish I was lucky enough to have gone there many years, The overall love and respect filipino people for one and other is fantastic, You don't see much of that theses days in the western world.

[@momentsandamazingplaces]

Wowww! Incredible children they became familiar and used to Philippine culture and simple life style. They were lucky as well having a great parents like you...

[@dannynicart2389]

One trait I like about the Filipino nuclear family is closeness. No matter what, they support each other until the end of time. Keep it up!

[@answerman9933]

No matter what, Filipino families will leach off each other until the end.

[@ecilatnecniv]

touching video... you guys, as a parent, got lucky... you don't need to worry about ageing.. you won't die in a nursing home... every filipino took care of their old parents even when they are so busy and even they have their own family.. it is more of "utang na loob" (no definite translation in english) than duty... hope your children also have this filipino traits....

[@mars2459]

Real Top utang na loob can also be a bad trait, when people say “wala kang utang na loob “. We shouldn’t expect something in return if we did something good to others.

[@ecilatnecniv]

@@mars2459 lols! you are in different direction... you should know the difference of "utang na loob" and "sumbat"

[@joselitodiaz199]

We Filipinos are Family oriented, Loving and Caring. Such a Wonderful Foreigners Adapting To Our Family Values and Culture. What a Great Character. You've Touched Our Hearts.

[@simone222]

This is so heart-warming. I wish this beautiful family all the best.

[@yomaikimurillo2163]

Wow so beautiful life I am mixed raised I was born in the Philippines my father half Native American Indian but my dad was born here in US and he didn’t like to live in US he knew something good to live in the Philippines

[@mariacuachon3906]

Congratulations to you and yours. It's indeed "normal" in the Philippines...good environment to raise loving and responsible kids. Blessings to y'all

[@eunsihaetrio]

When foreigners love our culture, most pure pinoy who lived abroad, doesn't even know how to speak Filipino. Wish that all celebrities will embrace our culture. Thank you for sharing your parenting life. God bless you and your family. 😊😊😊😊

[@joselineantonio6795]

Hyun Yuki Agree

[@susancuello4073]

One thing you can be sure of, they will have a happy childhood and grow up to be resilient adults. They will embrace life with very positive outlook.

[@myrianvalenzuela9199]

Mabuhay Po kayo! Thank you for living & loving the Philippines❤

[@9825xTreasure]

If they are born in the Philippines, then yes, their nationality is Filipino. Even if your kid was born on a plane crossing the Philippines, they are valid to have a nationality of Filipino. It's the law.

[@antonrubiano7532]

Filipino is one of the best races in terms of family values and upbringing.

[@uniquecorn4995]

They are more filipino than the most of our filipino millenial trying to be western

[@frann17frann]

Unique Corn ✔

[@allengina1091]

Right

[@iamafangirl9919]

Rn tho they tryin' to be Korean

[@maraya4534]

correct !

[@superchoco5303]

RIGHT!!!!! 💯

[@antoinecerdena8299]

Mabuhay po family mo .Ms Amber Folkman Nakakatuwang makita na may ibang lahi na gustong gusto nila yakapin ang kulturang pilipino💓💓

[@Sinigang_Republic]

There’s no better race to become human, we are all equal. But, there’s a good culture to become a good person.

[@Sinigang_Republic]

Bip Nop i mean theres no bars telling that someones nationality is better that someone to be a human coz we are all humans but to have a good culture can cultivate and mold a person to be a better one. P.s. sorry if my english is BAD.

[@jayk7422]

lance jessie .... cheers 👍

[@Sinigang_Republic]

Jay K cheers my friend! Kampai from japan.

[@vhanessagotib52]

Wow... As in wow... Great parents teach a every filipino culture.. So inspiring for a foreign like you adopt our culture.. More more blessing to come to you and your family and to your journey

[@anniemagat6848]

Great story it's touch my heart 💓 what you said Ms Amber is really true about Filipino culture.thank you for allowing your kids to embrace our culture God bless the whole 💓 family 🙏

[@anniemagat6848]

Salamat po Ms Amber ❤️

[@eleazarrelevo5096]

One day, the kids will become celebrity in their own ways!

[@filipinasimplelivinginthep4477]

In the Philippines we takecare of our parents..our care for parent is endless

[@user-jf4dw1pm9m]

@Русская сука Russian wolf someone's on their period. What she meant to say that Filipinos have an endless love for their parents but that doesn't mean that other countries don't value their love for their parents too

[@jomo5800]

@Русская сука Russian wolf Yikes, relax ka lang diyan... She didn't say that the Philippines is the only country to do this. Did you wake up on the wrong side of the bed?

[@L.A.M.B_B4]

@@jomo5800 He also has other comments saying Philippines is garbage in horrendous grammar, he's just a trolling racist.

[@johnvillaflor391]

I mean if thats what you think of us sure but dont just spread hate everywhere

[@gil7769]

@Русская сука Russian wolf chill man😂

[@jascaesar]

I hope you have an updated video with your sons. Thank you for allowing them to embrace the Filipino culture! ♥️

[@standrew1656]

Thank you very much for embracing the Filipino culture! 👍👍👍

[@maximilianc9897]

Awww that is such a sweet acknowledgement of your adoptive country. God bless.

[@jaytamayo4694]

Thank you for loving the Philippines. Calling your children [Fil]-Am. Many of us are sick of the bad things happening but foreigners such as you sparks the beauty within us that we at times do not notice or forget. Things that are just normal until messages like this tells you "hey that's special. That's important". How dare we!

[@listeningmiddle3736]

blame the media for that, especially the mainstream and yellow media who did nothing but to make filipinos feel we are hopeless. God bless all foreigners who say ice things about us.

[@erichan7682]

This rule applies to any human being if you're born to a country and you grew up there to the point where you are conscious of your surrounding it means you're a legitimate citizen of that country.

[@albertpang102]

Yeah that’s true indeed without a doubt

[@crisaldodesiderio6967]

A beautiful family giving us respect and appreciation, living here in harmony, making us all the better for it. Thank you for your gifts. Am happy to subscribe.

[@jayk7422]

Nice video.... I’m australian... my wife’s Filipino.. our son is raised in Philippines.. it’s a great country to live... so much respect

[@allanfrancisco8979]

Lovely Family ! I missed my sibling back there. I’m so happy you love my country.

[@arowennordhoff1728]

Adorable family.!

[@hyacinthkpop5024]

buti pa to proud maging pinoy. yung ibang pinoy naka abroad lang ng isang linggo kung makapag english akala mo tama, mali-mali na nga sobrang feeling superior pa

[@philipmaniaul6268]

very touching story,,all of you are full bloodied American,but for you all of your kids are filipino American because they learn our culture here oh maraming salamat sa Inyo pamilya pag adopt mo ng ugaling Pilipino s mga anak mo ,,kuya ate at bunso ..nanay at tatay

[@rpimjada1549]

Impressed and glad. Thank you for adapting our culture. Your kids are sure to grow up good people.

[@victoriakoseck1012]

Filipino culture has beautiful traits, one of them is respecting the elderly and family bonding. I'm sure you'll appreciate that even if you move back to the U.S.

[@MaiTakeda]

Bullshit.

[@cupoftea1002]

@@MaiTakeda you must be that black sheep in yo fam

[@MaiTakeda]

@@cupoftea1002 And you are the asshole in your family & group.

[@sonniearceo6763]

May our Good Lord bless and preserve your family.

[@ticsetgochannel7236]

Me and my Kano (American) boo are getting ready to start a life and family in PI very soon😍😍😍😍😍 He fell in love with this beautiful archipelago.🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@rizaldecarulla8192]

Very inspiring and we are honored that you and your family became our kababayan. Kudos ma'am.

[@jackz7653]

Maraming Salamat,❤️ Thank you also to all the foreign national who visited respected and truly got to know Filipino culture. ❤️🇵🇭❤️

[@364daysofgrace]

I was reading her blog and came across buksan ph flashcards which I think is the perfect gift for my nieces who want to learn Tagalog, but have limited resources abroad.

[@Windows2Life]

📝This is so heartwarming! 😃Thank you for embracing 🏝Filipino culture! ✴Maraming salamat, Amber Folkman! 👌

[@xidrjea6033]

Thank you for Being a Filipino Parent!

[@myrnafox1066]

They've got both world good parenting skills, most of all they're manners and modesty very lucky indeed

[@virginiaabetorio1771]

Wow welcome to our world Philippines God bless you and your family

[@jessieblsd]

Wow, you have such an amazing family and amazing story. I’m a Filipino and I’m overwhelmed. 🥰🥰🤗💕

[@skywatcher651]

Big hug to this beautiful family

[@lonelytraveller5062]

I guess the most appropriate term is not Fil-Am, but Am-Fil instead because Fil-Am are for American citizens of Filipino descent, like those of African Americans, Chinese Americans, Korean Americans, etc. But I know that the term Am-Fil does not ring a bell because it sounds like a generic medicine for headaches and inflammation, LOL. But it is what it is. Welcome to the Philippines. I'm Filipino of Chinese descent and I'm telling you that in spite of the poverty, corruption, and ills in our society, this country has a soul and that, for me, is far more important than wealth and power. Filipinos will embrace you without a doubt.

[@lightfoot1Juke]

So true about what you said about the Philippines - far more important than wealth. I am Pinoy been living here in the US for over 30 yrs. Made really good life here with a house in MD and a condo in VA beach. But all that material things mean nothing if you're not happy. I am very happy now just thinking and considering my future move back to the Philippines, Sindangan Zamboanga del Norte my choice. I am giving up all luxury for a simple life in a province surrounded by beautiful nature. Yes I can assimilate as I am used to hardship in life.

[@tiglat8105]

@Big Mouth @ Big Mouth, Anti Dymarip (word play on pyramid?) claims to be Filipino of Chinese descent and my impression is that the person is simply proud of his/her identity. He/she is simply letting everybody knows their pride as a Filipino and I respect and admire them for it. There are more of them in the Philippines with similar traits and values, and that's a good thing too. Oh btw, this person never mentioned about land grabbing or any changing the countries' identity... just saying!

[@TITOFROG1]

I was born in the Phils. but now living in the U.S. The Filipino culture is unique and extremely admirable and you already know them having lived there, e.g. respectful, humble, kind and charitable, community-minded, etc. Glad you liked it there and I'm certain your kids will not forget and carry with them these traits as they grow up into adulthood whereever they may live. My personal motto is there is only one Race: the Human Race. For your vlog - Salamat !

[@YTloverboy1]

They're so cute.

[@michaelbitoon2402]

That is a very nice testimony. I may be biased, but the Ph. is the only country notable by many vlogs of expats declaring it the "PARADISE" or "HEAVEN ON EARTH". Now, let your child wonder and stay in the Islands with beautiful, magnificent white beaches like Boracay, Siargao, Palawan, Bantayan, Aparri, Baliangao in western Mindanao, Siquijor, Caminguin, etc...Mike from Iligan City, Mindanao, Ph.

[@P4uLy-u4w]

This warms my heart

[@racheljustrachel2732]

God bless you and your children. Im a filipina born and raised in the states but family still installs filipino values. Thank you for sharing this wonderful story. Wishing you all joy, happines, feeling safe, abundance and prosperity. With love xoxo

[@brendajmurphy]

This is really heartwarming... it brought me to the brink of tears. Wishing your family all the best!

[@bffpuspin7383]

I'm having goose bumps while watching this beautiful video, thanks for sharing.

[@jericksagadal782]

That was nice.. you’ll always welcome here in the Philippines ❤️

[@georgiebennett3336]

I've read your blogs and I like it because its entertaining and also I can learn some things about stuff in the Philippines I don't usually know about.

[@narcisacallos5220]

Thank you for embracing the Filipino way of life. Your kids are indeed Fil-Am. We (Filipinos ) love you! ❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏

[@gabrielvicente780]

Amber, we are so glad that your children embrazed our culture and simple way of life. I'm sure that they will show respect to others and the value of a strong family for the rest of their live. Many thanks for sharing with us this video. God bless

[@Freyarizz]

This melts my heart.

[@rjaysantos2321]

Truly touching..God bless you and your family!

[@jhamesonbaconguis5004]

How.. Its so Touching..N CUTE STORY.. WELCOME...

[@caliganvlog6772]

I loved wathching the vid. Yeah we may be different in blood, skin, hair color but in 1 💖. PROUD TO BE FILIPINO

[@jezreelamoguis8559]

Your family are welcome in the philippines with wide open arms. God bless

[@buki7474]

And when the boys visit California, they will be stunned by the "difference" of options thay aren't available in the Philippines. In light of the Covid19, I hope the family is doing fine.

[@Joewalshe38]

"The Earth is One country, and Mankind it's Citizens."

[@jeraldojose9663]

Awesome Family. That’s Great..! Thanks for sharing. God Bless you and your all Family. I’m Glad that you enjoying your stay. 🍭💝💖😀😃

[@aliganfesariton1679]

Thanks for your kindness and embracing Filipino things in all, Filipino loves America

[@janellekristinemarquez8521]

Why am I even crying?!! It's just a a minute and 10 seconds video. Damn!

[@balaycebu9261]

So cute. 🤩

[@franklincarmelo5903]

Here in the Philippines, we are very hospitable and respectful. We don’t consider foreigners as second rate people or citizens. We don’t bully people who have different race or creed.....hope you truly enjoy your stay sa Pinas!

[@oliberrr]

Except our consti regards foreigners as second class citizens. They cannot own real properties here other than condo. Lots of type of businesses also that they cannot fully own. Living already here for 10.. 20.. 30yrs? Has an immediate family with a Pinoy spouse? None of these will matter if they all die. None of the house and lot goes to you.

[@kevinj8236]

Very nice! Having also lived out the US for many years and currently in the Philippines, i always try to embrace local culture. Your boys will surely be better for the experience.

[@bgg9619]

Thank u fr appreciating the Philippines. Thank u fr sharing ur wonderful momnts here in the Philippines.

[@aiannarae5181]

Oh so you're behind Smart parenting page?😊❤❤❤love it! So happy that you embrace the Pinoy culture.I've watched your interview at KMJS if I'm not mistaken?Love your family. Enjoy your stay in the PH. ❤ from OFW Singapore😊

[@rushsoriano4767]

It’s so heartwarming to see your kids in the Philippines. I miss the childhood of my son and I could no longer bring back the memories. Im going back to my roots and hopefully reunite with my son someday.

[@Brittania7]

Ahhh what a humble family , you're truly Filipino to us God bless the family and take care greetings from England 🇬🇧🇵🇭 and Philippines 🙏😇

[@johnv.6136]

So touched by watching this. I am so torn living here sometimes as a Fil-Am having been raised in the U.S. and my girls too. We anguish at what we love and hate about the Philippines. I am Filipino by birth, heritage and even dual - but I know that I am American at heart. But.. as I watch this it heartens me to know.. that there is so much to love about this place. ... and I love that your family loves being a part of it.

[@ArtbyArnel8291]

As a natural born Filipino we welcome you with our arms wide open, and with a heart full of love and compassion.mabuhay!!

[@pyeyoung8095]

Salamat sa share Mommy Amber! 💞😁😍 So true. I wish real Pinoys feel pride in us too. It breaks my heart everytime a kababayan denigrates this beautiful land and peoples. 😦

[@IanTamondong]

May God bless you and your family. You're such a humble and wonderful person.

[@selfinprogress2515]

Aw sweet momma,thanks for appreciating and loving Philippines

[@selfinprogress2515]

And im like here in north cal complaining about high rent remind me of my sweet abode in Bohol^_^

[@2Fennie]

Wow ! when so many others would seek to live in the US,Canada or Australia or Europe

[@FilipinaCanadian]

What an honor for me as a Filipino. Thank you for making my country special in your family.

[@droptv6524]

This is so touching! ❤️

[@broGabiza]

Great job folks 👌. I love the Philippines and I am proud that your kids got to experience it from a very early age. They will grow up to be well rounded in all aspects of life.

[@febarikit2430]

Thank you for embracing Filipino culture

[@JeanBMalcolm]

This is heartwarming. Thank you!

[@pogic4178]

Thank you for embracing our culture. I really appreciate it. You have a beautiful family. New subscriber here.

[@jadeblackwell7696]

love it....