Evicting My Filipina Wife's Sister From Our Couch Ain't Easy

[@kimwatchman644]

Why don't you just tell her, ...hey you overstayed our hospitality. Time for you to go home! She might get tampo, but she is not paying your bills, neither is Fatima. Thought you was King of your castle?

[@eyesopen6807]

One mother in law in my business is too much I can't imagine a whole family of clock blockers,sorry brother....

[@ronfo4273]

In your case Flo already has a home field advantage. No matter what you do she'll call it a win. Those extra few hours of 'beauty sleep' a Filipina gets is why we always refer, when talking about them, as "Beautiful Filipina". Plus it takes a lot of energy to try to outsmart the 'old foreign guy' so you have to expect them to go through all the food supplies.

[@geary5445]

I don't even let my wife's family inside my gate, in the past 15 years, all they do is beg

[@jesusmademethisway6079]

Omg. I said this in chat. "STRAY CATS!" I feel bad, but it's a true analogy. 😢

[@mjsdc8072]

@@geary5445 Unfortunately they don’t understand our culture. We, for the most part, are private in nature and choose to have a door bell rung and a door opened before one enters the house and prefers not screaming from the street for one in the house. Once one enters the property , PH culture ends and the owners begins.

[@ronfo4273]

The foreign guy is back and the party is over....LOL

[@glenlittlejohn4993]

Listen up, everyone! Papa M spitting facts! You can’t change it, so you gotta adapt to survive and see the wry humor in everything. I love the patience, joy, care, and love shown by the actions of “the Ole Single Dad” in every episode. My filipina is an island province girl, and I live and work in the big city, and every once in a while I fly in Jed, Jethro, Grannie, and Ellie Mae for week or so and everyone has a good time. I love my extended family, and I spoil them in bursts. It’s the PI, that is how it works, and this is my home.

[@mv4463]

I currently have no dependents just house staff.. I do live in the P.I. You make great points. King mark .. Its not about culture.. but it is about respecting the head of house. Or the accommodations. Im not removing anything. if this respect is not established. Then it's all transactional use of your resources for their profit.. Family or no Family.. if i pay the bills in my home...I dont Adapt to anyone. You understand my way of life and act accordingly... I don't care if you live across town or next door and im not moving just to get away for anyone. You dont like me, go away & take your family member with you.. replacement partner just as far as kicking a rock outside the compound gate. And I don't care what country anyone is from. if you can't respect my personal space, don't come in it.. I'll still love you as Family. You're not running my show.. your just abusing my generosity & kindness, And disrespecting my peace of mind and comfort.. in ending my small rant..you are you own victim of conflict when you allow someone else to run your home life... you really cant blame them.. the problem is you. And the failure is you too.

[@mjsdc8072]

A long time ago when building a house, my friend said “it’s the family’s house.” If you don’t set respect parameters they will take over especially when you are away (which makes more hideous). The owner sets the culture of the house . Period.

[@marclandau3973]

@@mv4463 it's all about respecting the head of the house here.

[@Cowboysfan4ever]

I am truly blessed, my wifes family has a very successful business and they have never asked me for a peso or wanted to stay at our house. The key is to stay away from the poor and areas that are known for poor people. Stay in areas that is known for the upper class filipinas. I have even had her dad ask me if i needed any help. Lol 😂 i told him no we are fine. I retired from gm after 35 years with my pension and i am also now getting a nice social security check. I also dated my wife for 3 years before we got married. Her dad demanded to pay for the complete wedding and reception. They treat me better then my family in the united states does. Lol 😂 i asked my wife why she wasnt married before now and she said “ that many men got intimidated by her family, especially her father and brothers and their business. They are very protective of her as am i. Thats why me and her dad are like best friends. Her dad and i have taken trips to taiwan, japan and Malaysia on business. I am blessed

[@chosen_one1602]

No such thing as personal space in the Philippines. You marry a Filipina you marry the whole family. I feel your pain.

[@Eric-qm5xw]

Only a certain type.

[@brianbarton777]

My rule is if you don’t pay rent and contribute money for food you are not welcome. Beggars not allowed

[@Eric-qm5xw]

@@brianbarton777 I’ve no idea why any western guy would date/marry a low class uneducated Filipina, you would truly know how the Filipino roll if ya live here. The mentality is shocking from them..there only your friend if they getting something from you. Keep them at arms Length..all this is easily sorted by dating etc…a modern educated Filipina. They have all the best traits of the Filipina without the sqwarmy behaviour. Booosh.

[@mateor7302]

No quiero!

[@james9044]

@@Eric-qm5xw…. Agree 👍 no Filipina has my balls in her hands I’m a relaxed individual but I’m not weak ..

[@Drone-h2i]

If my wife and i ever move to the philippines we won't stay close enough that her family can get to us easily.

[@KC-in9px]

She'll send them bus fare, don't worry. It's more fun in the Philippines!

[@justkelly14]

As a filipina I totally understand that our culture is extreme when it comes to family bond is not like the west. Bounderies should be still there. I am originally from Manila, me and my fiance’ moved to Subic bay not because we dont want my family around all the time, they do still travel here coz they got a car. I am the one personally inviting them because again thats part of our culture ,that only happens occasionally. however I also make sure that I set a boundery and timeframe limit for them to stay. 1. they dont stay much coz they have work nd responsibilities in manila 2. they respect me nd my fiance’s privacy and boundery.

[@justkelly14]

You also have to consider why your wife loves to spend time with her family, she will always fancy a companion specially if you got a todler, ur kid will look for a playmate, your wife will look for someone to bond with. she might feel alone, when you’re not present 😂 might as well go back home and bond with ur family more often. godbless 😊

[@KennyInSubic]

I like it here in Subic Town

[@justkelly14]

@ nice in here isnt it ☺️

[@kumanderdante8664]

@@KennyInSubic yeah Subic Bay baby !

[@christofklicmann6073]

of course, you need to lock up the emergency food supplies

[@ernestconnell8087]

“Never ending 24 hour family reunion” 😆

[@KennyInSubic]

🤣🤣

[@kumanderdante8664]

true

[@eyesopen6807]

Tell john john to control his wife or have single guys at your house until john bans his wife from being a runner...

[@jonh.7708]

To relocate Flo-Flo, you would need to get rid of the Ref.

[@PhilipBrewer0688]

@@jonh.7708 If Flo wasn't there to eat, there would be a lot of food going to waste. She is a very good eater.

[@christopherwalker8327]

That is the best advice ever! ONE ISLAND AWAY

[@BetaWIProgress]

Flo didnt forget him .ypur wife allwowed it. They're not stupid..❤need to set boundaries for yourself

[@12106Scott]

Probably ask you for money while you’re away as well.

[@liamstone3437]

My house - my culture. No one stays in my home without my approval. Things better be about the same when I get home or there will be a replacement girlfriend.

[@jordanthomson3031]

"She forgot her Kid" 😂😂😂😂

[@hobbexp]

She left Oopaw so she has to come back.😁

[@dave-d-grunt]

😂😂😂

[@lexlier8336]

it's your filipina wife's call, not because of culture. she's the right and you to reject that set up, the only thing is that foreigners usually tolerate it thinking it's temporary but in reality if you lend your hands they'll ask for your elbow till your shoulder until you're eaten alive by that toxic system called part of culture. as a Filipino i don't mostly agree, that's why in my house there's certain rules and restrictions to my relatives, most of them respect only the lazy, and those exploitative persons are being mad, they will start to decimate rumors to make you bad to others.

[@bolva2772]

The attraction is the foreign guy and his pay check. Over looking that your son gets to hang out with his cousin (brother) in a supervised manner that doesn`t tie you up

[@buckshot_501]

I would go nuts with the constant chaos,company,eating of majority of my foods etc. If you give them an inch they'll take a mile is what ive heard on several other channels. I would be relocating to another island for sure. Cheers from Santa Cruz, Ca

[@onthebeach77]

You know the whole unemployed family been camping out at your house when food is gone, light bill is really high , and theres dirty finger prints and food stains all over everything from the kids.

[@NickGR67]

Turn off the wifi and have data for yourself ....the only way

[@marclandau3973]

Great video,I've evicted a few couch people myself in Pangasinan.They just don't leave!

[@janetceniza8091]

husband speaking- currently in Vistamar, my BF British guy lived 3 blocks away. One wife’s sister lived in, every weekend more family showed up. Finally John sold their home and really moved closer to her family. Big mistake - too much stress and he passed after being there 2 years.

[@DawnJ86]

That self- brainstorming at the end of the video gave me the laugh of the day. Cheers Marcos 🍺.

[@Eric-qm5xw]

Have to say after dating a certain type of Filipina, I decided it’s not for me. So a word to the wise, an educated modern Filipina is the way to go. If the extended family are more on the professional side you generally will have none of the usual issues like family and money issues, could with a move away and you have less hassles in general.

[@JordanFlowers-c2i]

Modern Filipina? Wtf lol might as well get an American.

[@all.day.day-dreamer]

Not that anyone really cares what ol' Ralphie has to say, but, I'm super critical of what I put in front of me. If it's fake news, my BS filter kicks in, and I scrub it out of my life, instantly. And no, I'm not trying to hype myself up, to build up the importance of my words here, to get people to take me serious, but for those of you that like dealing with the real deal ... this guy, Mark, is going to set you straight. I'm glued to my chair, anytime he talks. He is giving anyone willing to listen, a weekend bootcamp in life, from his perspective, a blueprint. He mentions her family, the trips to the village, and how it reminds him of his childhood. That hit home with me, because I get the same vibe and feelings when he is at his Wife's village. The same tasks, same roles, same behavior, just 8,000+ miles away from the USA. Hell, I even had an Uncle Tito, myself, growing up. We called him Uncle Larry, but he drank, got drunk, tried to dance and would sing for anyone willing to listen. And I loved him a lot. The reason, myself and I think so many other subscribers gravitate toward Mark and his adventures, is, we all know we fucked up along the way somewhere by putting so much time and effort and money into shit that just wasn't important, and was never going to be important. I wish this guy was my friend 26 years ago when I was 30 years old, full of fire, biting at the bit of life. I remember how directionless I was then, at that point in my life. I was a meat cutter, had a 3-bedroom home, beautiful wife, and I hated the grind, and the work schedule, and, my life. I was content, but felt as if I was missing out on life. BTW meat cutters go in at 3:30am usually to start the day, at least the low man on the totem pole does. He is trying to tell all of us, we don't need half the shit we have, or more importantly, to live a life in the service of others. A lot of the puzzle pieces, at least for me, are starting to fall into place. He is absolutely right, it's your life, no one else. It's your life, your rules. And, as long as you are not in the concrete, you're in a great position. I have kissed so many women's asses over the years, that It's just.... eye-opening to realize, I could have had a much more rewarding life. Many of you might get tired of hearing him say, there are a lot of dead people out there in the concrete that would trade places with you in a heartbeat, but not me. To me, it's a cadence, and I love hearing that every single time he says it. He is trying to drill home the fact, a lot of us could have a much better life, if we want. And he isn't talking about moving to the Philippines, he is talking about moving your mind out of it's current location and taking total control of your life and to understand what is really important in life, and it's not sucking down Starbucks, shopping at the outlet mall, or the same ol' fucking date night with the GF / Wife at Outback. Where was this guy 31 years ago?

[@NoExcuseENT]

Great advice about not having to adhere 100% to her culture

[@davidevans474]

You speak words of truth it’s how it is in the Philippines 😊

[@dave-d-grunt]

They used to call it “timing” there in the province. We had an Ate that showed up every other day coincidentally around dinner time.

[@HereIGooooo]

But but nothing. If the King ain’t happy nobody is happy. Happy king happy kingdom

[@HereIGooooo]

Just kidding lol but you know what I mean

[@localtime824]

Good vid. Quite amusing. Had me grinning for most of it. ... The couch and the aircon is great but I recon the TV is the most important out of the 3, especially if they can hook up the karaoke. Found out myself recently hehe. They will sweat to watch it, within reason of course 😁😀😄🤩 Thanks for sharing King. Best regards. 👍🙂

[@Elvin6219]

Wad up, King Mark and family ✌️

[@dandunn8951]

I have 2 nieces stay at our house. They cook they clean help out with our 25 rescue dogs and they bring happiness to my wife. It's not a Filipina problem It's a management problem. My wife insist on respect.

[@JordanFlowers-c2i]

Well if you have 25 mutts at the house the least you could do is help take care of a few of her neices.

[@Cowboysfan4ever]

I am truly blessed, my wifes family has a very successful business and they have never asked me for a peso or wanted to stay at our house. The key is to stay away from the poor and areas that are known for poor people. Stay in areas that is known for the upper class filipinas. I have even had her dad ask me if i needed any help. Lol 😂 i told him no we are fine. I retired from gm after 35 years with my pension and i am also now getting a nice social security check. I also dated my wife for 3 years before we got married. Her dad demanded to pay for the complete wedding and reception. They treat me better then my family in the united states does. Lol 😂

[@KC-in9px]

The air-conditioned floor is way more comfortable than the couch guaranteed

[@backtothePI]

Damn, this is real talk. 😮‍💨

[@KINSEY1956]

Now that was a great line... not being used to the, "24-Hour family reunion".... I once heard a story of the girls family coming over just for the weekend and stayed two additional weeks. The Foreigner demanded that they go home and the family stated that they had no money for the ferryboat home. The Foreigner became stubborn and said, you came all the way over here without any means of going home on the ferry? The Foreigner then just kicked them out of the house and said figure it out. The family then proceeded to camp out for an additional week on their front porch you... got to you got to love the Philippines

[@garytamoria8743]

Hi, where is Calamansi now, haven't seen her for a while in your videos

[@mark_osborne]

"10 minutes later"....LMAO !!!!

[@KINSEY1956]

Now this is a nice cultural lesson we all can learn... this could be an anthropology learning situation. Thank you sir

[@Eric-qm5xw]

This only adheres to a certain type of Filipina.

[@KINSEY1956]

@Eric-qm5xw no I'm not here to pick a fight, I'm just stating that your retort is so General it could apply to anything or anyone. I'd like culture immensely and the differences between the Western culture and any others lend spice and variety to life. Viva la difference......

[@Eric-qm5xw]

@@KINSEY1956 lol it sounds that you’d like this type of behaviour lol 😂. Marcus definitely does not but this is what you get with this type of “Filipino”, so he has to take the rough with the smooth. I can tell you 100% this behaviour is part of certain lower class behaviours, which is a vast majority of the phil’s but again as a foreigner you pick your path. Modern Filipino would be working getting on with their lives and would not be moving in etc, so this is generally the poor subculture’s way of thinking.

[@12106Scott]

back to the squatter area for ya.

[@chriss7031]

You live a different lifestyle than many expats. Thanks for sharing. A lot of things to consider living in the Philippines

[@markthomson170]

Not in my kingdom. My queen likes privacy.

[@asianparadise3851]

In the good old days you were several islands away. I guess I missed the video of why you moved close to her family

[@JordanFlowers-c2i]

Be careful with the cousin/ boyfriend that shows up everytime you leave.

[@Akwardturtle]

I know he's pissed. But this is pure comedy to me.

[@miketurpin4959]

Charge herself 40 pesos.A day to come hang out.She'll start staying home then.If she don't have the pay so's , don't open the door

[@aboveitall9600]

I struggle with this. Family in the Philippines see each others homes as there own..who ever has the most comfortable place gets to host. I understand it’s the culture, it’s just not ours. It’s a huge point to talk about in the relationship. People have to remember unemployment is around 30% in the Philippines…people are going to show up at your door broke and without a roof. The issue is how do you take care of a dozen people?

[@sfgoncalves]

Everything that is not nailed down is gone. Sunglasses, hats, tools, nails, screws, 😂 power banks, USB cables, beer, soda. Soap, laundry all over the place. Gave her a new wardrobe? It was sold on marketplace. I find my stuff in the hands of family members 2 times removed. Just part of the deal.

[@samsonkjoseph6087]

Thank you Sir.

[@cristina4449-t9h]

That's ok. You should set boundaries. Otherwise you will be abused. It will keep on going if you will not do anything. Let them be angry so be it.

[@cecilwampler8733]

I guess politely asking them doesn't get their attention. It's a shame Fatima can't get her family to respect your wishes. Everyone is out for themselves.

[@paulmusso1982]

Your 110% correct, you are retired , you deserve peace , you put up with 30 years of crap to be happily centered…

[@PhilipBrewer0688]

Great information video. How do you personally set these boundaries, and what are the repercussions of asking her family not to visit every day? It's time to remove the couch, and the fire will go down, but your migration issues won't change.

[@fakawat7220]

maybe he should get his own trike or tok tok..

[@lean4380]

I did not start laughing until the end relocate the couch😂😂😂😂 I'm done...

[@philippinetravels]

You making me want a drink lmao

[@gobucs7870]

It's a nice safety feeling when you leave

[@fakawat7220]

lmfao!.. do not blame the culture when someone keeps calling uber 😆.. dont even say your helping when your only thinking about your discount.. your frustrating yourself out when your trying to push but you don't know your pull at the same time.. its like the yeng & the yang

[@edwardpearce9668]

Just one of many: 5 years ago I had to return home for my fathers funeral I could not afford to take her and our daughters so I overstocked on food enough probably for a month and enough cash for any emergency. I was gone for about 2 and a half weeks. A week in on my absence I get a call "no money" need more with no credible explanation. On return my daughters said she went down to her parents house (five people there) with all the food and the money was spent on them all being a happy family and no care in the world about my budget. Budget something foreign to this one and refuses to accept its implications. When I am completely desolate I may have to look on you for a place to stay. We can gang up on them. How long before she will be complaining about that guy staying on Her couch and eating all Our food and not helping out with money and starts showing up at the in-laws empty handed.

[@will_274]

I’m curious whether John John likes her over there or not. Maybe he likes the peace and quiet LOL.

[@marcrichard7251]

Cool fun video Mark..😊

[@DougPoulton]

Not a lifestyle I could wrap my head around.

[@AileenMedina-u3p]

I don't see the whole family of Fatima in ur house just Flo.I think it's ok coz ur not around atleast ur wife and ur kids don't feel lonely when ur on travel.

[@markbowshire1815]

Dam straight, brother. One hundred per cent back you up. When you get home from a trip away. No one should be there other than your old lady and your children. It's bonding time. Your house your rules. You respect their living. You have shown how you respect their culture. When you're at home, they should respect yours.

[@LT.X380]

Very interesting. Stay safe everyone. God bless you all. 🙏🙏🇺🇸

[@doneown503]

, we need to get this guy back in the States ! The Stress this guys under , is evident. 😢

[@doneown503]

LOL ! What did the guy from Kansas say ? AT least , I'm not from Nebraska!🤣🤣🤣😅

[@SamoriHarper]

Same in Tanzania East Africa, my TZ wife family are like that, I leave and they have a run of my house!

[@Ace-y1t]

Just tell her you got to go!

[@NickGR67]

Guys i will be living in the red zone ....soon.... Imagine if i live me and my wife alone in a house....😮 Believe me you need security, u need the family around. Kiddnapers obvserve for easy targets. If you got a family around you become a difficult target. We live in the ph it can happend ....once. then what ?? Think about it as paying a security company every month. Nevertheless put some ground rules.

[@jxx123]

So the Philippines is more dangerous than the US. 😂 ok dream on

[@WorldTravelerCA]

No it’s not because family likes to be together it’s because they are more comfortable staying at your place at your expense man, trust me I also live here here in flip land of Cebu 5 plus years

[@jtraveler888]

What's your advice to a younger man who wants to start a family: Philippines or Thailand?

[@robertm.9633]

One end of Cebu to the other is a LONG ride, fo sho!

[@leroywhite101]

wellcome back king

[@4someforlife]

You get b8g poeer bill upon return and no rice. No lpg. No food . They will eat until all is consumed

[@bobbq9290]

Give the girl a break she is helping out your old lady watch your kids and she is your main source of transportation.

[@pandemicoftheunvaccinated5367]

Loving recently retired in puerto galera on mindoro but, 3 things I stay the hell away from; Property,business and relationships.

[@PhotoDaveJax]

The word “mercenary” comes to mind for some reason. Cultural differences I guess. God bless.

[@KC-in9px]

At 15 minutes John is carrying out Flo's matching luggage

[@zacharyjubert]

Welcome to the club man. This is a typical problem here for us Americans living here with a girl in the Philippines

[@Eric-qm5xw]

Lol I have foreigners all around me and I’m the only guy that does not have this bs problems ..why, 1, my character 2, My Filipina is modern educated corporate banker ..so ya don’t put with the Bs cultural issues.

[@asianparadise3851]

Let’s be honest, women don’t realize the stress and chaos they bring to men’s mental health. Like you said, it’s your money and retirement and they need to follow your rules.

[@JordanFlowers-c2i]

Start sleeping with them. Bet your wife wont invite em no more! Lol! If she gets mad just explain to her that is part of our culture! 😂😂😂😂

[@ripley7t429]

Yep, was going to head to CDO, but her family is in Gingoog, I think we may stay in Makati, lol.

[@wesleyBringsOtter]

Sorry but I just cant handle your slurping on that drink!

[@michaelbeggs2013]

Flo leaving her young child at your house could cause potential legal hassles. It is illegal to have a minor alone with you inside. All it takes is one complaint. It is probably ok if the child is related by marriage, but you could be explaining this to the friendly officers at the local police station if a complaint is made.

[@james9044]

Load of bullshit the child is with aunty no legal issue at all if u continue to say there is kindly quote the law for us all …. I’ve lived here for 8 years and herd this rubbish before , the law is to protect children from sick mother#uckers

[@skismosis]

Sir, i hate to say this but your Generosity is the reason you have the whole fam damily hanging around, you are like a walking supply of food, convenience, free resources ETC, sometimes you have to just put your foot down.

[@1AwesomeMotivation]

❤

[@paulraftos8260]

Maybe it’s just family life like you said But I think it’s also worth mentioning the food standards are high at your house is better 🤷‍♂️ Or it is what it is

[@Googlemarsplanet]

When you get to 65 + it’s so important you have a family around you , I would hate to be on my home and elderly 😊

[@adobo6905]

There is a big difference in applied culture. A family from an uncivilized village in the Philippines differs from a big city family.

[@Eric-qm5xw]

There we go…I have zero of these problems, my Filipina is a modern city corporate banker. 7 years ..and none of this nonsense.

[@bennies9398]

You forgot a 4th item,,food. Couch,AC,TV & food to the village. Only thing is then wife & son might end up in the village too. Then get those 4 items back in your house and all of them will come back. It's a never ending cycle. You won't win this one Marcos

[@karriemartinez2746]

Good luck. They will be back next week. Termits never leave. They will eat you out of a house and home.

[@lean4380]

He's funny 🤣🤣🤣 if you started watching u must watch until the.. end

[@Googlemarsplanet]

Haven’t seen you fishing for so long 😊

[@PMLynch]

This is what happens when you place a couch, big screen TV, and an aircon on the chess board, not unlike the Pentagon game theory strategies involving Russian hypersonic missiles, US missiles in Poland and Romania, and 11,000 North Korean Troops in Ukraine. It might be worth renting some time on Elon Musk's Supercomputer to provide you with possible options. As a fellow introvert, my sympathies!

[@andyh5822]

I love your videos but i never understand some of your reasonings of what you do. You always seem to adore your Flo's looks and figure over your own baby's mama just like you show to us your fans you seem to be more interested in Pia figure and looks then your babys mama Fatima. Fatima is always accepting of your comments to the other females and stays with you and keeps a smile on her face. My filipina wife would not stand for that, and i would never put my wife through the conments. Fatima is not the normal filipina woman and allows you to do more than most females would. Call it tolerance or loyalty or lack of self esteem or not wanting to survive the village life again We support your show and content becayse its comical and we adore the kids but people in the states im sure believe and realize that most filipina women would not tolerate this extreme. And my wife says no way.

[@flinx649]

He compliments Fatima all the time.

[@miketurpin4959]

I'm so Lucky we only have mama here.Everyone else stays away

[@copaul71]

I can see Forrest and Oopaw sp? Having a great time when they grow up. Hope they are always close by.

[@b-kingmotovlog2818]

Do you not have the house next door?