Welcoming German Guests to Our New Home in the Philippines - Jan. 24, 2023 | Vlog

[@Mumsie_Dee]

Please leave the Bahay Kubo interior as it is. If you paint it white, it wouldn’t look and feel like bahay kubo anymore. Are you going to cover the outside walls and the roof with palm leaves? I can’t wait to see the finished look of it…I’m sure it would be so amazing!

[@josie5512]

i agree

[@carmelitagonzales6122]

Yes, I agree. It’s no longer a bahay kubo anymore if you’re going to paint it white. Don’t call it bahay kubo if you’ll change the color.

[@jennifervallo3183]

I agree too.

[@MrDac0964]

i agree, plus the main house is already white. The bahay kubo, when left as it is, would be a welcome change once in a while because it gives a different ambiance.

[@reinyday14]

Yup. It will not look like a "Bahay Kubo" if the interiors are white. The light wood color is the traditional color of a Philippine kubo. 😊

[@ANA.sees.the.World12]

Even at 40 years old, you call your parents Mommy and Daddy. I still do the same. I think it’s so cute because of the slight Filipino accent. What a blessing to share these moments with your loved ones.

[@phantomsailor3041]

Why is this surprising that he still calls his parents Mommy and Daddy even at that age??

[@twogreenthumbs5479]

@@phantomsailor3041 because in the west they go for Mom and Dad later as they get older. But in Philippines and Filipino family not necessarily

[@LivinTheDream.]

PLEASE leave your Bahay kubo as it is and do not paint it white. Imagine a white painted log cabin... it’s very modernized and it eradicates the authenticity and feel of what real wood is. It’s exactly the same as the Bahay kubo. It wouldn’t look natural if it’s painted white. Hope you consider our suggestion. 🥰

[@TriniYaadie]

Rizal seems very well mannered and even tempered. He's an outstanding dog. Edit: my my dog got fixed and she didn't want to wear the cone either, what I did was put a regular dog collar on her and then poked holes around the smaller end of the cone and I ran a thick string through the holes then tied it to the regular dog collar. It worked for me. Because she couldn't take it off being that it was attached to the collar.

[@WanderNars]

Beautiful house

[@jennylau3057]

Yes, i agreed. I tried this method before as my pet also will shakes off the cone itself, and it works👍

[@gustavoferdinand]

You know why I like you Mikey? it's because you have such an appreciative heart even for the smallest things. You love life. I also love your mom. I never missed checking out what she's going to cook next. She is a great cook. I can just imagine life without her in that kitchen everyday, the smell of great 5 mabuhay stars food would surely be missed. You're so lucky to have your mom with you now. ❤️❤️❤️

[@Ezihkhel]

Good to see Alma and her family again. It's been so long since they showed up in the vlogs. I remember that one time when Alma took over your vlog for one episode. Nice to see Jabba again as well; last time I saw him featured in the vlog, I believe it was early last year?And speaking of familiar faces, were Awit and Charity the kittens that were featured in your short video with the late Sanggol from back then? So that was the full story as to why you're no longer keeping them. As a cat owner, I can attest that cats basically take care of themselves when introduced into a household; it's like you're living with a small wild animal in the same household. My cat took 3 years to show how loyal she is to me though. The first two years has her being rather haughty and aloof, only coming to me during feeding time. Now though she follows me all around the house almost all the time, most especially whenever I am preparing food and especially when I am preparing something meaty as she knows I will be giving her some tidbits of meat in order to supplement her diet of pelleted cat food haha. Seems like the one way I earned her loyalty was through her stomach.

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Haha! That's awesome! I love cats and perhaps one day we may have one again. We'll see.

[@annamaytsalikis4328]

The MSF has become a tourist destination MB. You & RJ are such great /warm hosts. It’s generous of you to share your home with all of us. Pls don’t paint the inside or outside of your Bahay kubo to keep it authentic. It looks so regal as it is. 💖

[@finaaldaba5341]

Oh boy, Miguel is so tall! I noticed tall kids these days, even in my family. Nice to see Alma and Martin again and this time with Margaret. It's been a long time Finally, there's Tita Encarna's chandelier hannging. I'm always wondering where you'll hang it. And oh, RJ, don't paint the bahay kubo. It's naturally beautiful. Let it be like that. That bahay kubo could be my house.i couldn't ask for more, lol. Feel better, Rizalzy. Danke, for today's vlog, Mikey. Enjoyed everything always .

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Haha thanks for joining us again, Fina! You're truly part of our journey! Hugs!

[@finaaldaba5341]

@Mikey Bustos Vlogs super hugs back at ya and to everyone..

[@MattGoldCoast]

Your mum is so adorable with the animals...they feed off her positive vibes!! ❤

[@aimeruedee]

Alternative insight about the bahay kubo-- You can paint the bahay kubo white but if you do kindly have wooden panel frames of sort as that's usually the aesthetic of a bahay na bato, given the chandelier it will fit well with the whole vibe 💯 Search bahay na bato interiors, floor length wispy curtains ornate wood accents like the one made in paete plus the capiz windows 🔥 Casa de Segunda is one of the best examples. Same style as your house but more filipino, white walls make it appear airy too and bigger so it fits.

[@barbarareyes3005]

beautiful mabuhay house but please keep the wood look of that hut its beautiful looking wood design😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@thomaseagles1026]

That Black Forest cake does look yummy and ur place is like a retreat.🇨🇦👍

[@xJamesLaughx]

Keep the natural wood look in the Bahay Kubo...has a much warmer feel than the cold of a white paint being done to it.

[@inaestrolavio8396]

Your mommy and daddy are so loving, caring, and they only give good vibes! Love them!

[@butao5761]

You should put traditional filipino furtniture inside the bahay kubo.

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Yes, we have been thinking of doing that!

[@donnabaham9777]

Also a few massage tables, maybe behind some flowing curtain "rooms" to add to the Spa like feel. I can imagine having a massage n there w/windows n doors open n the sheer curtains blowing n the breeze.... Aahhhh 😉💞

[@sandywalter9728]

No paint for the bahay kubo!!!! It looks so good the way it is!!! 😍

[@rommelpadua4046]

Grabe Ang bahay mapapa wow ka sa lake at mga naggagandahan na mga gamit sa bahay.

[@kailine3008]

Ms. Alma seems like that cool mom that everyone, regardless of age, wants to hang out with 😁 mommy Bustos is such an amazing lola to Rizal. like at her age, she chose to lie down for the night on the sofa and didn't even take a wink just to make sure Rizal is safe. the best dog lola ever! no wonder Rizal loves her so much too. you know what Mikey, I think RJ is on to something when he suggested painting the bahay kubo's walls white. you should give it a shot because not only is it pretty but i think it would also make the room look bigger and more spacious. if i ever become a guest at the Mabuhay Squad Farmhouse, i wouldn't mind spending a night at the bahay kubo too 😊

[@tinbernardo4008]

Drooling for that black forest cake 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤

[@MaximusMarv]

I just realized I’ve been watching your Chanel so much lately that I can finish the whole video no matter how long they are. I love watching all your family visits and the house renovations. Your Chanel is definitely one of my stress reliever!! ❤️😍😍

[@milacaibal3976]

Leave the natural color of the Bahay Kubo. It's lovely to look at. But, as RJ is the designer, put the color in the computer. Take a look and compare it with 2 colors. Decide is more comfortable and pleasing to the eye. Good luck, mon ami ❤️ 💙 💖.

[@bjrockhound9241]

Kubos are suppose to be wood and have that feel. The house is already full of whites and grays. I absolutely love the wood color and the "feel" of the wood.

[@lillybelle5572]

This is by far my favourite vlogs to watch I just love ur appreciation for everything u are blessed with❤️ The dogs will surely miss your mum❤️

[@marissatan5280]

Hi I just love your home😍 I am really not a fan of big houses but when I saw your home I just feel so at home in it. Even just watching it on KZbin. I can't wait to see all when everything is done. I will pray for complete healing of your back. More power more blessings for you and RJ 🙏

[@Sharira11041977]

Black Forest Cake is very popular here in Germany. There is a forest south in Germany called Schwarzwald, translated to English is Black Forest. Koblenz is very near to Bonn where i live :-)

[@Theselfiechick]

FYI the source of the blacksea is the Black forest in Germany🇨🇦🇹🇷❤️

[@evalomentigar9]

Wow ganda ng dining area design likod pla non ay salamin

[@AverytheCubanAmerican]

Koblenz! They have a cable car and some nice castles there! The name Koblenz originates from the Latin "ad confluentes" which means "at the confluence" because it's at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. It was established as a Roman military post by famed commander Nero Claudius Drusus around 8 BC! Dude I SO want to visit Germany. Especially Berlin so I could see the remnants of the wall and take a tour of the city in an East German-built TRABANT!

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Oh wow! You are a fan of Germany! Have you seen our Frankfurt and Berlin vlogs? I tried to vlog everything so Mabuhay Squad could feel like they were traveling there! I know you will visit one day! Amazing country!

[@HomeChefRichie]

WOW, What a vlog!!!! It makes me so happy when visitors come, they seem to feel at home right away, so cool! It was really awesome to see Alma again. She looks so young, like Miguel's sister rather than Mother. What an awesome visit! You can find the most awesome baking chocolate in Germany. It really makes a difference having the best ingredients. Black Forest (Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte) is the most famous cake in Germany. It's really the testament of Less is More. It's a very simple cake to make. When you have the best ingredients it turns out amazing! Poor Rizal! He'll be so much better for this. I've seen donuts big enough for dogs his size. Cypher is so amazing, he's such a cute puppy. LOL, cats are quite a funny subject. My friends gave me a Himalayan Kitten one year for my Birthday (never do that, BTW) that I re-gifted to my Mother in a day. Her name was Miss Kitty, and she grew to be a 15 pound fierce ball of fur that lived to be 18 years old. The Bahay Kubo, my thought would be to keep the wood look on the walls or, maybe paint one wall and keep the others "natural". The wood look seems to be so homey. That chandelier tho, sheer perfection! Every place on the farm should be elegant, that's like RJ's touch, I would name it Provincial Elegance, LOL. I totally respect and appreciate RJ's desire to be private. I appreciate all the time we do get to spend with him, he's really an awesome soul. Even though we don't get to see him much, his spirit is very present in every corner of the home. That's good to know about the Sinigang. I'll have to get mine perfected. I'm not dating but, if I were to date, I'd wish it to be a Filipino. I'll have perfected Sinigang and Pancit, he won't stand a chance, LOL. OMG, I totally forgot about the Infrared Thereapy. I actually have a small unit and, paired with some CBD cream the pains go away totally. I was lucky, my insurance paid for all that (it's expensive otherwise). That may be something to consider. I also got a unit that I can use under my eyes to reduce eye-bags. With all the incredible progress on your pool, don't you wonder what was going on before? Ya'll be safe! Hugs to everyone! I'll see ya next time.

[@JaxSparrowVlogs]

I loved this hour long vlog so entertaining as always Mikey ☺️

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Salamat! Glad you enjoyed! 🙏 Thank you for watching!

[@jackson-wadden]

Hey mikey. Just so you know, I am voting for keeping the wood in the bahay kubo (i hope thats right) wood colour

[@charlesdarwinvarietv]

Daddy B Joke of the Day is Ballsy 😃😍💙💛❤️

[@buffystephenson6432]

Your Mom is such a Sweetheart with her TLC 💕 with the birds and especially Razell.

[@thefilipinasurvivor8920]

You may paint the outside white so that when you enter the kubo you will be amazed seeing the inside...it's natural color wood...the outside will look elegant specially from afar...

[@theresanessralla1126]

Loving the longer vlogs!! Everything about the guests, house and grounds are so interesting. Thank you for the awesome content!🎉

[@nicsxnin6786]

Cats definitely remember you lol, but they can be indifferent to seeing you again 😂. Your property just gets more and more beautiful. Can’t wait to see it when you’re finished. Congratulations on creating such a beautiful home.

[@evalomentigar9]

Wow laki ng master bedroom yayamanin talaga pati ref lampshed

[@laltman5005]

Fun vlog! You & RJ are such gracious hosts. Hoping Rizal is healing quickly. My fur baby will have nothing to do with a protective collar when his allergy flares. I vote no to painting the walls of the Bahay kubo. I would love to be able to decorate that space with homage to the Philippine culture but with modern amenities. Have much fun!

[@evevening7995]

I love the blue and white dress 👗 💙 👍👍

[@Digitalhunny]

Mikey, your heart is _so_ big & full while you guys are entertaining loved ones! 💕🤗 @17:30 pause the video... see that back wall, just under his right leg? Decorating/ safety suggestion? Consider attaching a thicker rope to that wall & run it diagonally to the floor in front of the net floor. Maybe, create some big knots every 40cm or so, for grip? That way if anybody needs some extra support getting off (you know, because their legs have gone to sleep or something?) it acts as a "safety rail" that'll do the trick & keep the assetic. 💕💕💕

[@G3msCreations]

DANKE, TOLL

[@set5395]

White would look beautiful with all the wood...

[@mariesandoval7812]

I am so addicted to your page I can’t put it down. How have I missed this so it’s like starting from the beginning the current I love love your farmhouse and I’m dreaming of one someday when I retire in Manila and Palawan ❤❤❤

[@lucascalma605]

Good evening, and welcome back once again Mikey! Wow, we're welcoming foreigners Martin and Margrette to the farmhouse for the very first time! This farmhouse honestly is becoming really attractive to everyone especially me! Kudos to Margrette baking Black forest one of my favorite cakes, and to you as well for giving these German folks a tour as a host! I love being a host too, and I was an amazing host too last Saturday to my Titos who came from the US recently, one of which whom is an American with Filipino blood FYI.

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Oh wow! Awesome that you hosted! ❤️🙏

[@dawnguinto]

I agree that the composite wood walls look fine as they are. I think what's pulling them down and making them look more plastic is the pvc wood ceiling. The pvc wood ceiling, with the plastic wood walls, is just too much plastic wood. It just makes everything in the room feel very artificial. So I think painting one or the other (ceiling or walls) would make the space feel better. Personally, I would opt to paint/varnish the wood ceilings darker, like a dark brown or possibly even charcoal or a deep olive/green (ripe olive from sherwin williams). It would help to make the chandelier pop and I'm not even sure the scale of the chandelier is right for the space to be perfectly honest.

[@SAHamel_]

I wish my Mother would have been more like your Mom; she's such a loving, caring woman. I just Luv her.

[@lucinda6766]

Awesome welcoming house tour

[@fionasingoredjo3452]

You guys or such a humble and kind hosts to your guests,love it❤️👍

[@auntienem]

I must say, Mikey I am always surprised by your knowledge of plants. animals and everything in between. and you explain things in such a way that make it very easy to understand! One of the many reasons I watch your vids every day for years!

[@nanettemiller4853]

All your fur babies love your Mommy! ❤❤❤❤

[@milacaibal3976]

You have a Gorgeous home, Mikey and RJ. I can't wait to see when the pool and other yard works are done. It will be amazing to look from inside and outside your lovely home. Just looking everywhere, everything is gorgeous. Enjoy and more blessings to come. Please add just one song in your vlogs. I miss your singing. Take care, and God bless. 💖🙏🥰🌻

[@Letti11]

I missed Ligaya, On Saturday I was viewing your COVID times vlogs and saw so much of RJ. Yes tell him we miss him, but completely understand the privacy.

[@marieparsons9908]

I think this visit with your parents has been wonderful. There is so much room that everyone can do their own thing. Like when your dad was on the back porch by himself. That is a wonderful freedom. : )

[@vidapdl6854]

The bahay kubo interior is great as it is especially during warm weather. Those trees around your house looks like acacia. Pergola would be nice to relax and have tea/coffee. Your garden looks beautiful.

[@lornaschiltz9134]

Good morning from USA, Mikey and RJ keep the bahay kubo as it is…don’t paint it white.😊

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Noted on this, Lorna! Thank you! I agree!

[@gisellejoseph2936]

Your mom's suggestion of a skirt for Rizal is so Filipino. You see, back in the days, adolescent boys used to wear them after getting "tuli" often at the summer breaks when school's out. Because they cannot wear underwear so the 🐦 will heal faster.

[@roseforbes9670]

I agree the Bahay kubo looks more authentic with the wood finish. I love watching your guests' faces when they tour the house!

[@juckyinpanic]

So cool to hear somebody speak German in your vlogs. Love it ❤️ Margret is so cute Greetings from Germany 🤗

[@annaq8638]

Hope you're feeling better💜

[@mariviroxas4665]

You can put moderm furmishings but Keep the kubo in its natural color & texture.

[@rolandsuch]

Aww I was hoping we could be your first visitors from Germany! 😊 I think you should leave the walls of the bahay kubo natural, it fits the traditional feel of the building better. I know I am always expressing my opinion!! ☺️😇

[@maluchiv]

Mikey, hope you're feeling much better. I like that you're entertaining guests at the mabuhay squad farm. also, pls don't change the color of the bahay kubo. It's nice that way.

[@SquidandCatAdventures]

My opinion - don't paint the walls white. It's a nice wood tone and looks more like the nature around it.

[@mylaignacio8489]

Love your home❤. Thanks for sharing. Hello from Canada.

[@scablet]

i think i'll never get tired looking around the mabuhay house

[@Sanfranshelley]

I remember when you all went to the October fest they hosted, sweet seeing them again, toll😉! greetings from Berlin Germany via California. Schwarzwald kuchen is also my favorite german cake. Enjoy😋

[@rootbeer1053]

Jabba’s escape to the pond made me laugh! 🐸

[@leimanaabenes7]

For the cone, cut and run an elastic bandage through the cone area around his neck area. If there's no holes, make holes through it, like 5 of them. Then, make a slip knot, allowing the elastic bandage some play to prevent choking. That's what will keep it from slipping off of him.

[@brayc08]

I think Koblenz is near my sister's place. She's currently at Gödenroth. Germans really like cakes. My mom learned few cake recipes when she stayed at my sister's place.

[@royyapp9067]

Good morning hope you have a good day and hope you take care of your back it's very serious injury

[@maryannbootsong2412]

Oh, yes. The avocado plant given to you by Erin and Roe. How I wish I can taste Margaret's black forest cake. 😊

[@charlesdarwinvarietv]

Nature has its own way to be magical, imagine being close to your cats in the neighborhood 😍💙💛❤️

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Coincidence right?

[@charlesdarwinvarietv]

@@MikeyBustosVLOGS 😍💙💛❤️

[@jaa7286]

I love seeing cypher and Sahara Zoom across the screen. They absolutely try with all their might to keep up with Rizal 😂

[@allenworx]

Word of the day 'Bayag'

[@mortherasmort4623]

Love the look of the wood I wouldn’t paint it but I’m not a designer

[@milacaibal3976]

Wear back support and a little pain meds before you go for your PT & gentle massage. Hot & cold compress will help if you have severe pain. Good luck, and God bless.

[@jaa7286]

I love seeing RJ so happy show casing the one and only Mabuhay Quad Farm house

[@vilmacastaneda3754]

I lived here in Germany Munich for 4 decade n hopefully i could visit The Philippines my Home

[@SAHamel_]

Mikey, I was going to comment about back surgeries but I noticed you were getting enough, but I do want to say that you are making a great plan IF you do need surgery. My Dad had exact same issue as yours and eventually had to have the surgery. It was a success and he said he wish he had done it 20 years ago, (his surgery was done in Indiana) my best friend had back surgery performed in Kentucky and a class mate had his surgery performed in Florida. They all went well, were complete success, recovery was fast and all were satisfied. The States or as you said, Canada, is the place to go for surgery!

[@alisonross-gilder7655]

That green frog is so adorable;love him.😊

[@donnabaham9777]

I love when y'all have new guest at the Farmhouse n give a tour. I always look for something new, and even if I saw the purchase, I love seeing the placement. I feel like the Bicoubo (I'm sure I slaughtered spelling😬) is stunning inside the way it is. The wood look is gorgeous n fits n w/the outdoors. Ur mom is so nurturing & motherly w/Rizal, I love she's not only taking extra care w/him thru his healing, but also training him, she's a true gem mothering not just u n Daddy but all the animals as well🤗😉💞

[@leonardopineda3829]

No white paint inside the bahay kubo please. Unless you want to call it "Watered Down Bahay Kubo" The brownish colour of the interior gives the "vibes" of a bahay kubo!

[@royyapp9067]

Ms thing I hope his Izzy get better to spading alright have a good day and family the family that stays together together

[@suwerte09]

I love all your DOOOGGSS but I ADORE REALLY RIZAL, SOO BEHAVE AND IS SMILING ALL THE TIME, I'm a real RIZALZIS NUMBER ONE FAN, smiling all the way from MANHATTAN NEW YORK

[@nicoleyu7852]

Hi to u and to RJ too. wow so many families. I cant believe it too. All of us have many relatives on this world😁.

[@nicoleyu7852]

I'm a cat fan too😁.

[@rosefrias8115]

parang event place na yung house mo, ganda sguro nyan pag natapos

[@Villarroyapaolo]

NO dont paint it white, looks good as is, its more authentic unpainted

[@royyapp9067]

I talked to friends are coming to stay long I didn't know they just was going to spend the day but it's good to see that make meals for you or it

[@paulnagle788]

LOVE THE LIGHT FIXTURE.

[@MrJojo2go]

I'm back to your vlog yay!!!! I totally understand RJ and thank you for making your appearance when you can.👍🏿😷👍🏻🇨🇦🇵🇭🇺🇲

[@lenoregoodfleisch6007]

I love your house, everything about it is beautiful. You have wonderful ideas. I think you and RJ are a cute couple, opposites attract if I may say so. I do love your parents, they’re funny and the way they take care of your fur babies is amazing. I have a standard poodle like Rizal too, his name is Max, and yes they have the sweetest disposition, most loving and very patient with the little ones. I just started watching your vlogs and now I’m hooked! You’re a good person, very down to earth and funny, watching you takes away my missing the Philippines, have been in cold Ohio for decades now. Take care of your back and keep on making people smile.

[@gracechan8951]

Germany have good foods. Black forest they do it different

[@bellaschilling7758]

Omg! Your house is amazing..so modern inside and out! Wow 🇨🇦🫶🏼

[@mercedeslusk1969]

Very unique house, love it ❤💞💝💕💖

[@dragonlove1]

I love your obsession with light!

[@charissetiulee9816]

I own 5 persian cats and yes they're such gorgeous creatures and very independent too. They are their own boss talaga but they're also sweet at times. My male cats are much sweeter than the female ones. And the main reason why i love them is that they dont really stink even if i dont bathe them for many months! Haha 😅 We're all enjoying your long vlogs. Continue doing vlogs like this. It's relaxing. Haha

[@rosevee1943]

I always make sure to stay until the end. Bye see yeah..

[@elianwolfert3879]

It’s wild seeing little kids grow up in the vlog. 🥹

[@MikeyBustosVLOGS]

Right?!!!

[@luznepomucenosuarez]

I loooooove the long vlogs!

[@nanettemiller4853]

Sinigang is trending now! Your Mom should have been featured on your vlog while she was cooking it! How about a vlog, Cooking with Mommy😊

[@charlesdarwinvarietv]

Cordial Makes The House A Home 😍💙💛❤️