Our New Swimming Pool Changed Our Lives | Vlog

[@mikeschiesel2852]

The smile on RJ's face as you check out his decorating magic.......5 Mabuhay Stars!

[@marvinreso1665]

You’re so blessed to have him and he’s more blessed too to have you! Congrats 🎉🎈🎊🍾

[@hilbillie]

Dogs drown in backyard pools often.

[@hilbillie]

You are so kind and supportive to RJ. It is amazing.

[@TeamLyqa]

We’re so happy for you and RJ and the entire Mabuhay Squad. We watch the vlogs religiously and followed along the entire process, the excitement, the heartbreaks, and how everything took shape. You inspire us. 💜

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Love you, Lyqa! Thank you for being part of our journey. Please come visit us when you guys are free!!!

[@NeathenAlero]

*I AGREE. THEY INSPIRE US ALL.* 👑💛

[@HomeChefRichie]

We all need inspiration like this!

[@elainetyger]

A lot of commercial cat foods contain rice. Also if they get a stomach flu the vet says to give them only boiled rice with hamburger meat or chicken breast.

[@reverlindi23]

One of the major things I love about you Kuya Mikey is how you manage to read (and reply) to the comments on your vlogs… I am fond of reading the comments section before finishing the vlogs just to have a glimpse of how the flow of the vlog will be and then most of the time edit it… hehe… I really am happy with all the interactions that the #MabuhaySquad shares- their experiences, the good, the bad and the ugly…😅 I am an OFW too, and just recently crossed my 10 yr mark here in the UAE. And I cannot imagine how time has flown. Thank God for technology but I agree with you, some things will never be the same- and if you are not there on the most difficult time (like sickness or death), the healing will take more time… Loooove the green and yellow room, geeesh- it’s like 5 star hotel room (super well done to kuya RJ 5 mabuhay 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟)

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Thank you for watching! Wow 10 yrs in UAE?! Amazing!

[@crownofjoy2615]

Mikey talking about presence im literally bawling. I am away from my son and I barely see him. Missed birthdays, graduations, Christmas and New Years just to provide for him. We need to do what we have to do. I left 2017 and just saw him again last 2022 and i stayed in the Philippines for 2 1/2 months and it was such a sweet time with him devoted my time for him 24/7 and gave him what he deserves i even took him out of the country with the whole family!just came back again to work and hopefully i can see him again 2025 for his graduation! ❤️

[@marilouasuncion86]

The sacrifices we have to do for the future of the kids! Time flies! Persevere and it will all be worth it!

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

🙏🥰😭❤️

[@crownofjoy2615]

@@MikeyBustosVLOGS made my night! We do what we gonna do for our family!!!! And of course for our own❤ much love Mikey and RJ❤

[@crownofjoy2615]

@@marilouasuncion86 I know!! God bless you and your family❤

[@antonviray2047]

rj should've have his own vlog bout' house improvement and decorating... he has an eye for it 👍

[@yvonnebondoc8707]

You & RJ already start the life in philippines & i think its more precious reason why you should be in philippines. Life in philippines is nothing to compare & for living here in ireland for 20 yrs im always longing for may native land. You are blessed remember that with RJ around thats giving you more meaningful life.

[@shudae_roseflores123]

I love how Mikey is so family-oriented and loves them so much. Its really a sacrifice to be distant to your loved ones. Godbless you and RJ❤

[@chiangkai20]

I didn’t regret leaving Philippines and coming to Canada 15yrs ago. I was also ambitious and was young with lots of dreams. 10yrs ago, I went back to Philippines to get married and it was such a joyous time that I get to spend with my family that I forgot how it was like to be with them just like what you said. Coming back to Canada made me realize how much I’ve missed my family. I remembered crying a lot on the plane back to Canada. BUT it was all worth it because I now have 2kids of my own. We will be going to Philippines soon so they get to finally meet my kiddos. 😊 Thank you Mikey for such the positive vibes on all your videos. Makes me even more excited to be back to Philippines because of your vlogs. Cheers! 💕

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Beautiful!!! ❤️🇨🇦🇵🇭🙌✨️

[@rosarydanao7241]

good to see Melody 🎀🎀🎀 I hope she gets her own CAT condo soon

[@soniayu3647]

RJ is sooo artistic. Your mabuhay farmhouse is becoming so beautiful and alive with all the plants and animals and beautiful people living and visiting your home.😊😊😊

[@jaylenehawaii]

Aloha… love you both .. Love your pool. Agree RJ is very talented in decorating. .. GOD BLESS YOU BOTH

[@HomeChefRichie]

OK, this is a new favorite vlog!! Yes, that Sombrero Chandelier looks great and, it’s perfect for the room. I gotta say, this pool is more than “worth it”, it seems to have become a central point of the entire estate and it’s so very clear how much you love it. Honestly, that makes me so incredibly happy! The Green Room is so well done! Everything is so tasteful and it all matches the theme, very well done RJ! The Yellow Room, also very well done but, I must say I think it’s my favorite. I absolutely love the vibe of that room at sundown, I got the goosies at that view. I feel I must also comment, I think the Aviary is a smashing success in your home. It’s one of those very eccentric features you almost never see in a home but, you (and I think only you) could really make it work as well as you have. Those birds are thriving, it’s very clear. I almost fell off my chair when you called RJ a “PotHead”, seriously, that was the funniest thing you’ve said in a long time! I love looking at pots, they can really make a difference in the home. We have different tastes but, the idea is the same. Again, very well done RJ (fellow PotHead, LMAO). I saw an amazing pot on a property that I fell in love with, it was 10-feet tall and almost 15-feet around, beautiful (it weighed almost 800 pounds). HAPPY BIRTHDAY RAFA!!! This is one cool kid, for sure plus, he’s a May baby so, that. Makes him extra cool, LOL. It was awesome to hear you reflect (I really love these moments, they feel so intimate) on your history. I think we all have memories and feelings like this. You have an amazing family and support system and, I believe they played a huge part in you becoming who you are today even if they were remote at the time. I love that you’ve found your purpose in PH. I believe that when you moved, that was exactly what you needed to do. I also believe that today, you (and RJ) would excel anywhere, together. I’d even be so bold that the Universe knew you needed to be in PH in order to meet your Life Partner (RJ). There’s quite an example here. Pots, Plants and Decor, there’s a new channel there, LOL. Those conures are so cute!! I get the impression they’re instigators and the work together to “stir the pot”. I also think that Marcelo is the type that “falls for it” every time. Very cute! If I got a wish, it would be to have a vlog more puppy-centric. I love all your dogs and would love to spend more time with them like we used to do. When you said “Flap This Wings” I had immediate (and very nice) memories of Ligaya. I think if you’d sang “Baby Mine” we’d all be in a puddle. Your birds and beautiful, obviously lovingly cared for and thriving. It’s so funny the dogs are so intent on them and how the birds play with and tease them. I’ve had dogs that were natural swimmers and some that needed encouragement. Our Lab/Rottie mix was a seal in a previous life, I’m sure. He would swim for hours. My Dalmatian was reluctant to swim but, I got him a flotation jacket and eased him into the pool and he loved it. He would actually bring me his jacket because he wanted to go swimming. Mikey, Amazon has Pool Beds. Dinner at the pool bar, that was epic! Seems that has potential of a romantic dinner one day, LOL. Well, it was a long vlog and it seems I’ve been very wordy… LOL… if you made it all the way to the end… LMAO! Ya’ll be safe and I’ll see ‘ya next time.

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Haha! Thank you for watching today, and your input! I'm showing RJ! Going to check Amazon now for pool beds! 🤣 Hope all is well, Richard! ❤️

[@flormacaraig7332]

Hello Mikey, everything is i place now,konti na lang and it almost done.I love that you've said..." it's nice to see the little birds building their nest, like you and RJ making your nest/paradise the Mabuhay farm house "i love that both of you have me time together, your so cute while eating at the pool.I can't wait to see the family of RJ in your place.ingat lagi.🙏🌷🌻❤️

[@alphareubenaperez5837]

I just have to say how much I love you both: Mikey & Rj. I love watching your vlogs because I'm not just entertained, I also learn. I just recently bumped into your videos and have been addicted ever since. I really love your science side, and I didn't know you had these parodies that are actually cute for kids. I hope a lot of kids get into sciencey stuff after being inspired by you. You and Rj are obviously a good team- up. You guys are the best, inside and out!!!! Please continue to inspire others, creating synergy wherever you go and looking forward to your farm in Iloilo. Take care, stay safe!!!! 😘😘

[@ma.carmencitaboado3127]

Hi Mikey...Im an avid fan of you and RJ from Zamboanga City.I am an Elementary Teacher teaching Grade6...Now...I realized how two people can change the world of LGBTs...You too are extremely lovable and beautiful people...far way from what I used to think before.I suddenly love the way you love each other as partners.You inspire everyone to do the best in life by working so hard.You deserve our respect!!! Because you too are respectable people.I love RJ's attitude...He's so cool and very tamed.Good vibes for two good partners.

[@sandrabentley8111]

I think RJ, different colored art glass would look great behind the bar in that cubby shelf system, maybe in different shapes of drinking glasses. Like Uranium glass, pink glass, ruby etc. Just a thought.

[@danutaniedojadlo782]

RJ should go into decorating biznes he is so good greetings from Canada

[@PreciousEyeballs]

Green room is my favorite. I love the wallpaper, gives it a jungle feel. 😊

[@adeleparial5945]

I'm amazed at you talked about your family whom you love dearly. I can feel you but you're settled here in the Philippines with RJ. The MABUHAY Farm house is flourishing with the support of many people around you. Good luck, God bless, enjoy your beautiful Farm house. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💖💖💖💖💖💖💗💗💗💗💗

[@marivicarriza264]

Ooh nice pool finish na pala😊

[@nr2pp6]

so pool illumination beautiful‼️👍️

[@mikeschiesel2852]

Underwater camera ! Awesome, that is more fun for the pool!

[@roseforbes9670]

I really love the way you appreciate everything! it's such a pleasure watching you eat. I love how much you enjoy every aspect of your life! Thank you for sharing so much of your life!

[@evevening7995]

Hi mikey and RJ, You should not swim in the rain as you might get wet 🤣🤣 great to see you all again 👍👍

[@MrJojo2go]

Your house is like an art cool gallery!!! 👍🏿😷👍🏻🇨🇦🇵🇭🇺🇲

[@JutyMicabel-k1e]

Sweet couple,i can feel the love, so romantic, nakakakilig kayong dalawa. I see you both happy .

[@jovyuy1453]

Love your house! 5 Mabuhay stars!!!..RJ is so good with the interior of the house...God bless you both.🥰

[@mikeschiesel2852]

With my family there in the Philippines and me here in the US, it really is so very meaningful and amazing when I get to go back. Christmas was my first time back in 3 years (COVID). I'll be heading back on June 10 for a month. Can't wait. What you talked about, being apart from family and loved ones. Technology helps us to stay connected, but a real hug beats a virtual hug hands down.

[@bangge5170]

God bless you and RJ for adopting that cute 🐱 cat…❤❤❤

[@ArJheyn8]

Your daily vlog Mikey and RJ is a whole package of positive vibes! From a comedy to a very serious matter, like how you value your family and friends. My husband and I watches you every time you published a new video (watching you while we’re having dinner).

[@ArJheyn8]

How we wish we could also experience stepping on your Mabuhay Farm House..

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Aw thanks for watching and joining us every day! Hugs!

[@CALI_VEGAS_PINA]

Awww… I love how you’re feeding Melody, and she’s loving every bit of it!🍴🐾💕

[@hugsuniverse]

What you’ve done with your place is inspiring and impressive. Feeding your newly planted pepper seeds coffee grounds just made me laugh. I’m imagining you checking them in the morning and seeing five feet tall plants! 😂 Brittany looks amazingly happy and healthy. All of your fur babies do, but she looks happier since her training sleepover. ❤🐾

[@blackscorpio72]

The green room has always been my favourite after your master bedroom. However, the yellow room has really caught my eye. It looks so inviting now that RJ has tied in all the furniture, bedding and decor pieces. Very well done! ❤

[@joanamiraflor]

Mabuhay Farm House is so Beautiful 🥰

[@SCallapini]

Your love for life and positivity is so contagious 🤍 I look forward to your vlogs! You and RJ have built such a wonderful home, the Mabuhay Squad Farmhouse is so beautiful and refreshing!

[@LadylynTenorio-mo3mi]

Hi Mikey and RJ, maong kan manpili tan man decorasyon RJ. Gaba gabay koy abong yo tan amin ya tanaman yo. I enjoy your vlog always.😊

[@mutzyoutube9891]

Love watching your vlogs ...the house the pool nice

[@virginiawigle4592]

Watching the parrots in the rain reminds me of when you would spray Ligaya and sing “shower shower shower”. ❤ The aviary birds look so vibrant….loving the home Inspired by her! 😊

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

🥰😭🙏 You remember!

[@nancyhatchie1132]

​@@MikeyBustosVLOGSAny plans to get more Blue Naps & Conyards?

[@nancyhatchie1132]

Napes

[@elainego9110]

You got taste RJ. Classy. Take a bow RJ. Such talent.❤

[@naniealzona3922]

I envy you, spending relaxing time in your swimming pool... Happy to see you enjoying

[@erlindaoro-lx6bk]

I’m really addicted to watch your vlogs because your Mabuhay Farm House is so mesmerizing! Everything looks so good inside and outside.

[@loryasis7837]

Love your home so much!! I'm really happy for you guys!! ❤

[@evelynhill4826]

Wow beautiful bahay ninyo kabayan,,watching fr Vancouver canada 🇨🇦

[@zelenme]

cute maya birds ang ganda ng house inside and out

[@esbizzze]

Mikey, I was screaming at my phone. 🤣 Put them in a pot by themselves. Sometimes, other plants will take on the flavor of hot peppers if they grow close together. I learned that one year when I planted jalapeños next to sweet bell peppers. Well, the bells were hot. 🤣

[@ceciliarazon3931]

i just love watching ur vlog with all your positivity…a very lovely house indeed❤️❤️❤️

[@rossanderson7875]

Family is your blessing

[@maribethgaringa3276]

RJ has a skill and talent in interior design. Love it when he smiles😊 - 5 Mabuhay Stars.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@gustavoferdinand]

loooove your stories mikey😊 thank you for sharing

[@ma.carmencitaboado3127]

A million Mabuhay Stars for you and RJ...Continue to be an inspiration to others.We are so blessed to be able to be one of your Subscribers.Continue to love each other Mikey and RJ.God bless you more❤❤❤

[@followthatstargirl824]

Hi Mikey and RJ! Thank you for showing us what's possible. Love manifesting and living my dreams, too! Keep dreaming, having fun and sharing. Stay happy and in love ❤

[@novacaino]

Watching RJ giddily run around designing the home in the background is truly a sight to see. Also that chandelier in the bar reminds me of those mushrooms

[@justevalang9473]

Wow your life is so blessed more blessing comes your way.. that birds so beautiful I love the yellow color🥂🍾🥂

[@Cynthia_Ann]

Mikey, that was the sweetest comment when you were bird watching your newest nest building pair and compared it to you and RJ 💕

[@lornasjourneyph169]

Wow you have an amazing birds in your farm👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@mrslsbc6594]

RJ has good taste and wide imagination for decor ❤ and I’m glad you jibe with his likes 😊

[@loveydad4344]

Yeah,ornamental plants will make your home more cool,the more plants inside the house,the more it looks so beautiful,I love it,so awesome👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@thomaseagles1026]

Yes the pool is a great place to relax,so enjoy life 🇨🇦

[@maryannbootsong2412]

Happy birthday, Rafa! Your birthday was so much fun! Those are priceless moments with the family.

[@skyfyre15]

I love your cabinet at the pool!! Very industrial but also provides enclosed storage. And the black and white paint is ❤️. Someday I'd have the same when I build my house.

[@damiannorth963]

I can't wait for RJ's family to enjoy their stay and watch the proper house tour.

[@70n24]

Mikey, your journey is amazing, and it gives me peace. May it keep going to more and more exciting places.

[@colleensantos718]

I understand your situation about family. I left Manila at 19 yrs old and never went back but fortunately for me that we all got together in the US and now we are all in Florida but now I am retired, I’m ready to go back, stay 6 months in Manila and go back to US for 6 months so I don’t have to miss them too much. 😍

[@risaAflores222]

gentle rain on water - my favorite ASMR! You are blessed, Mikey.

[@rosebojorquez1237]

I relate so much with RJ, I love shopping for decor comming home an finding the perfect spot for each of my finds. 😊❤ So happy that Melody found her way into your family. love watching your vlogs!

[@nicoleyu7852]

@Mikey Bustos Vlogs Glad to see u, guys use the bar too(= . Hi from the Mabuhay squad member, Nicole Yu(= .

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Ive moved all over since i turned 18. Im 41 now and live in Florida while my family is in Michigan. Yes i miss them but you have ti forge your own path. I remember when i turned 18 there was a really popular song at the time by the beastie boys, no sleep till Brooklyn. I was at a party in my hometown around the same people doing the same thing we always did on the weekends and the song came on and i was like im moving to Brooklyn. Everyone was laughing at me saying i wouldn't do it. 2 weeks later i was loading up a uhual looking at my dad crying at the end of his driveway. He thought i was going to die in the big city lol lol. I didn't die lol but i left NYC a few days after the world trade center attacks. Ive lived all over the US since and im thankful ive had the opportunity to see all the things ive seen and gained the experiences.

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Wow! 🥰

[@sherimaulat511]

Lovely to watch your vlog Mikey. I can relate how you feel away from family. I am from Davao. Currently residing and working in London for 22years now. I try to go home every year to see my family and friends. Missing home 🇵🇭...Take care and RJ. Love your dogs❤️❤️

[@ginaserrato7981]

I am a fan Mikey and Rj!!! I love every part of Mabuhay Squad Farm House!!! Congratulations!!!

[@NovaChiao]

love your Yellow Room 💞 and of course I love watching also the pool❤ really stunning

[@rizabernal4172]

perfect house with a perfect partners Love it much

[@MariaValencia-es1gg]

Hello Mikey. I can relate. I moved from California to RI when I was just 19. I left my mom and my aunt and cousins. I feel that I abandon them. But I did went back to visit them and I cried a lot when I saw my cousins. It was to late for me to see my mom. She pass away that I couldn't see her one more time. This has been many yrs ago. Now I am 51. Till this day I regret leaving them. I now live here in RI. Like you said we were young and we want to explore different places. I now have 2 grown children that I don't regret having them in my life. So I know the feeling. God bless to you and your family. ♥️♥️♥️

[@ritayusi6455]

I'm always waiting for your next vlog. Enjoying every minute.

[@rosemariemijares1237]

It's so nice and relaxing..i loved everything in that room!you both are so articulate!

[@mercedesortiz-f7e]

Hi Mikey & RJ. Thank you for the Volg totally enjoyed it. As far as the rooms go I love all of them. RJ did a wonderful job decorating them. Love your pool enjoy enjoy enjoy You guys deserve it 🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@aninaxian5129]

Happy birthday Rafa! God bless you!

[@sisken12]

The wall behind the bed in the green room looks great!

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

I quite love it, too. 🌿 Thank you for watching! Hugs!

[@AnnaRamirez-q8y]

I love the green room. RJ is soo talented decorating all of your rooms. Congratulations! I’m new member of the Mabuhay squad from Mississauga, Canada

[@gaia4251]

Hows the weather in Cavite now..stay safe💜 plants in the yellow room too..lights in the trees would be beautiful

[@barbarareyes3005]

hahaha even zypher loves walking around and check the decor😂😂😂😂 love admiring your whole house Mikey , especially the pool hope all the best for you and RJ...😘😘

[@snowbeach7]

A pool of happiness, fun & relaxation that's how it should be & 4ever be amen 🙏 😊

[@GL-oy1lp]

i love your rooms!!!! Such a vibe!

[@suwerte09]

I totally feel you regarding MISSING FAMILY, CLOSENESS, SHARING SPACES, migrated to the USA f ou r an RN job, better pay, able to help out all my siblings, very common and natural for us Filipinos, almost all of my siblings are living in the USA except for a few of my siblings, the feeling of connection to our relatives back home is always present, thank God for internet we are able to bridge the gap but I have no regrets coming and living in the STATES we all feel the way you feel, very GRATEFUL, THANKFUL for the BLESSING that we have, love, love your POSITIVITY, it always REMINDS ME AND GROUND ME TO have a GRATITUDE DAILY RITUAL because of your personality, thank you for that, I love RJ, he is just a SWEETHEART always behind the scene but the BRAIN and the master when it comes to decorating, this can be his other job, he is VERY PRECISE AND GOOD DOING IT, ADORABLE, love you both, enjoying watching all the way from MANHATTAN NEW YORK

[@zerene143]

Ur positivity and love for all animals attracts them to u and ur home Pool goals! 😄😄

[@igmyeong-ui1269]

RJ’s eyes in creative pieces are top notched 🫶🏻👏🏻 Your video is healing me 🌻❤️‍🩹 Thank you🥹

[@socorroopongandrade7984]

Good morning mikey and rj. Watching from from ROC NY.. Love your home❤

[@digzmagno1384]

RJ surely knowswhat he is doing! The Farm house is perfect

[@rosaliahernandez6635]

RJ is really good in decorating. I love what he's doing. You two are perfect pair❤❤❤

[@nicoleisabelle3012]

Any updates on the aviary water feature? Did you go forward with the pet fountain idea?

[@leemakavani7352]

Thank you for another vlog 👍😊...

[@consuelocoles3454]

I am ur new subscriber from Hollister California originally from San Fernando La Union Philippines. I am 57 years old 4 children with 11 grandchildren. I start watching ur blog I really enjoy it. I miss PI also hopefully we will come visit our family next year. God Bless and more follow to come.

[@janesalve9984]

It shows how happy they are..it reflex's the ambiance of the house...affable ❤😊

[@papidowg]

Mabuhay swimming pool and bar are magnifico👌

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Cant wait to see what yall do w the lighting on the roofdeck. You have the opportunity to make quite the vibe there.

[@lornalopez1093]

Love you Mikey & RJ😊 God Bless!!!🎉

[@elvirahaydter2940]

Applause RJ. Your interior decorating skill is truly above par.

[@jenniferdavis2110]

I have yet to finish INTERIOR DESIGN SCHOOL here in NY 🇺🇸 and sorry DECORATING is a NO NO NO 😱 to say lol according to my instructors … DESIGN is the right word!!! A kababayan from NY🇺🇸

[@louissehighlights6783]

Oh my goodness. Your pool is mesmerizing with those raindrops on water!

[@Denchik_Lite]

19:19 - Look at this beautiful guys🤩

[@soulisrael6823]

I found you from megan moon vlog. Thank you for opening your home up to us!! The creativity to your home is..breath taking. I have a lot of vlogs to get to know you guys.

[@musicnotes2125]

you can put scented flower petals inside the glass bowl on the top of the table so it will give nice scent in your living room area.