Dog, you sure about them being age 3? Isn't that warp-speed growth? Of course I never really saw them on camera; I only heard a vague timeline from you guys. Nevertheless, *thank you* for helping John!

John is one lucky man with good friends

Paul, you are a good man. The fact that you helped out a fellow expat during his time of need is commendable. I know that there were a lot of people in the expat and Filipino community who helped during those trying times. Thank you for all that you do as you and the other helpful folks give me hope for the future of humanity!

John is a beast. This is what people need, one more chance ❤

That's amazing Paul. No wonder so many people were and are curious about John. To have had 2 strokes and still be able to work and not give up on life or his family is an incredible thing if not a miracle. Best wishes to John and his family 🙂👍

I remember my comment last year was for God's sake go home, get a room, work 60 hours a week, get your Social Security, then come back. So pleased John did exactly that--many of us were called "haters" for our stern but loving suggestions. Well done, John! What a story!

Paul, you are an exceptionally good human being. What you did for John was extraordinary and kind. I know you did not help him hoping to obtain a reward for yourself… But you have obtained a reward in karma, and when you die you will receive further blessings. Great job, Paul!

I didn't know John was a stroke victim. That explains a lot. I think he generated a lot of hate mail because his story was framed as a poor expat being taken advantage by a poor Filipina who stole his money. There was a lot more to the story, including his 2 strokes. Glad he returned to the USA & turned his life around for the better. John seems to now have realistic, positive, attainable goals.

Thanks for the update on John.... You all did John a great favor. Awesome !

I am so glad that there’s a positive outcome of the John Saga! You and the group should be very proud of being there for a man in need! Thanks Paul! 😊

I had just watched the previous video , wondered how John was doing these days, then found this update. Paul … you and your community/network in Dumaguete and in the States are true humanitarians. The forces that be saw and stepped in, and you were the steward. Heartwarming.

I literally have no idea how I ended up on this channel or following this completely captivating story, but I'm better for it. Thank you sir for inspiring me to lift up others in less fortunate circumstances and I hope that the outcome of their children will be that much better. Thanks for sharing!

Thanks Paul! You guys saved his life. This has been a great story to watch with a happy ending.

You did a kind & compassionate act when u and your colleges helped John get pointed in right direction 👍 👏. His children will be the highlight of his existence from here forward.

It's awesome that the community helped him get back on his feet. It's amazing what people can do when they're willing to work hard and have the support of the community

The John Saga was probably one of the best content to ever come out of your channel. You can probably sell this as a show in TLC. You can find lost ex-pats and help them escape lol.

Everybody needs a support system. John is lucky to have met up with Paul, otherwise he would have met a miserable end in the Philippines.

So glad to hear that John is doing better. I wish him well, keep proving those haters & doubters wrong. And a big hurray 🎉 to the expat community for doing their part in saving him. We must all learn to help our fellow neighbors.

John is now an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) glad the story is going in the right direction

Good to know that John took all the advice from fellow Americans and other foreigners to head back to the States and make changes to his life. As difficult as that was, with the support he received from so many he made it happen. Good for him. Time will pass by quickly and the past is just that and from your update this man has learned from his mistakes and working toward a successful future.

Came in ✈️with 30k US dollars Came out 2 years later … 2 babies, a girl friend 25 girl friend’ inlaw….and zero dollars…. I rather served 10 Afghanistan tour duties…. Brother John…I hope your second philippines tour duty turn out ok🙏🙏🙏🙏

If John can save $2500 a month, that would be impressive. In today’s economy in the US, even the $100K plus earners are living paycheck to paycheck.

I’m glad he was able to prove the hater’s wrong. Absolutely life changing. Not only for John, but also for his two little girls.

Great news about John. It just shows how with a bit of support and an encouragement from the community, what can be achieved. Full credit to John for what he’s managed to achieve. That’s the best payback for all the people who supported him financially and emotionally. Happy days. I wish John and his family all the very best for the future.

You're a true legend, Paul. And you should be commended for your part in creating the legend of Expat John, which was FULL of lessons for everyone in and out of the Philippines. Lessons about life, love and the community. John's experience, while tragic, was the ultimate story of redemption. And while you helped him, I don't think you should feel bad for what his story did to help you and your channel. You don't know how many other people you might have helped through this story, but all the other stories you tell. Expat John helped you reach and help more people. I can't help but feel that you're a little miffed about the popularity of John and his story on your channel, like a rock star who dislikes his biggest hit song or the TV star who dislikes being typecast in their most popular role. You're just both so relatable, albeit in different ways. I'm sure people will keep asking about him, but maybe in the future John can have his own channel enabling him to have his own income stream! I'm thankful for folks like you telling it like it is.

Thank you Paul for all you have done for John and his family. I am not sure John would have survived under the his living conditions at the time. Thank you

The good thing is that John will learn from his mistakes. The next time he will be fully prepared to go to the Phillipines and do things the right way. Other than that, he will also have some good friends to receive advise and avoid those mistakes. Cheers to Paul and the rest of the community that helped John!

Paul, thanks to you for all your support to John. I am sure you saved his life. I know others helped as well but you were the one to get the story out and provided help when it was needed most. Well done!

Kudos to you Paul and to the community in Dumaguete for supporting John, and also to John for sticking with his family responsibilities

Thanks for this update. It's good he's back on his feet supporting himself as well as Diana and his Girls. The good news is when he returns he'll have financial security in terms of his social security as a steady income together with whatever money he's managed to save as an emergency fund. It's an endorsement to the generosity of those who helped and supported him that he's achieved what he has so far. It will be a further testament if he returns to the Philippines and makes a comfortable life for himself and his family. I wish him all the best.😊

Hi it was very good that John is doing well All respect to everyone who helped John back to America God Bless him also to you Paul who started it all👍

POW John is the gift that never stops giving. But his story is very important and will save many for making potential wrong decisions! Therefore thanks Paul for your channel and bringing this to your viewers!

There’s no way in a million years that girl will change, she pretends she doesn’t understand but soon as money’s mentioned she miraculously understands.

Thanks for the update and the way everyone helped him out! Everyone that has helped him is totally Awesome 😎!

John didn't have the strength to say "no" to people and it nearly killed him. If you let these girls, their family, your local neighbors manipulate you then you won't survive in the third world. I worry that John will allow her to throw his nest egg again when he gets back to the Philippines. Great guy. I hope he will get help to stay strong.

You, Reekay, and the other angels save this guys life. A cautionary tale for sure. I wish John all the best.

It's very nice that you and others helped him out. He had no business moving there in the first place and especially not having kids. I'm afraid more hardship will befall him if he returns to the Philippines.

Glad to hear he's doing well. He's also boosting up his future social security payments and saving some cash. Best of luck to him

This world has had shortages of food, shortages of goods, even shortages of toilet paper...but never shortages of hate, unfortunately. Glad John's going well. Good work Paul.

Paul, that is why you are the good spark in the community, starting the positive movement. Helping John to help himself and his lady and their lovely twin babies. We are cheering for them, and kudos to you Paul and to the Good People. Cheers.

The Haters give nothing other than their negativity, the Good People like yourself take action and help someone get back on their feet again. That's a story worth telling. Thanks

Thanks for the update Paul. I'm glad he allowed you to share a little of what was going on. He seems focused on big goals now. Great to hear.

Im very happy for John. I wish him and his family the best.

I've (mildly) critized him in the past, but I'm happy for him having learned from the experience, and seeing he's doing well to take back his dream where he left it.

Thank you, Paul and fellow ex-pats for helping John. Well done John for getting back on his feet.

Too bad, that after working his whole life and paying into Social Security, that he couldn't file for Disability after enduring 2 strokes. If anything, this series about John has opened my eyes as to some things not to do. You guys did good by him and he is surviving. Good on y'all for such upstanding charity and empathetic spirits. I think it helped him, his family, and your viewer base. Too bad there are those that condemned him or his gf. Even if mistakes were made, they simply told their story. Maybe it shed some negative light on those involved. You're a great story teller Paul.

Great video, thanks Paul... Glad to see he's recovering financially and hopefully physically too. I just pray he gets back to his family and stays away from that family barangay. While he created his own problems, her family was no help either.

I’m so happy to find this follow up, thank you so much for helping John. I felt so sad seeing him so emaciated and helpless. Only eating rice wasn’t very nutritional. So happy to hear he’s doing better and Diana and the girls are in a better environment. It’s heartwarming the support he has had from fellow humans like yourself 🥰🙏🏻🌷

John is a good man.With all the setbacks with your help he has a good chance of a good life . Thank you Paul.

No matter what the situation is, some people will always find something to criticize. They have a pessimistic attitude and see everything in a bad light. Sadly, we often pay more attention to the few negative comments than to the many positive ones. We need to learn to tune out most of the negativity and preserve our positivity.

That's awesome? I'm so happy for John. Thanks for the update Paul. I always appreciate your style with full transparency. Your videos are not just entertaining, but also informative. So I thank once again. May God bless you and Baby Mae, and me you live a long and healthy life in that beautiful, friendly, and peaceful country, the Philippines! 🤗🙏❤

I appreciate you Paul that's mighty decent of you. You use the internet properly and made a huge difference in others lives so it gives hope. Thanks Man.

Thank you very much. So glad to see John taking care of business.

I saw the first few video's about John. I have to admit, I was certain he was going to permanently crash and burn. End up on the street. It's good to see he had the will power to pick himself up, and focus on what's important. Those babies helped him realize what he has to do. I wish him all the best.

Good job Paul. I had my doubts about you and your crews adventure with John. One thing I've learned as I get older is, life is a lesson and it ain't over until I'm dead. I'm happy to say that I am so glad you sew John's situation differently than I did in the3 beginning.Your a good man Charlie Brown, thanks for being you.... From someone feeling a little small right now...

Wow, Sir glad your channel came together and helped him out, I salute you all!

Not sure why YT recommended this to me. As a woman, I usually have no empathy for men like John, who obviously was over confident, in his search for a much younger partner (the honest expats will admit that it is easier to find a young and pretty girlfriend in Philippines, Thailand, etc.). Then as an old dude, to have children when neither he nor their mother were financially stable, in a country where condoms are available, was just icing on the cake. What made my heart soften a little was that he went home, and is picking himself up and now is making better decisions. Maybe he should also work on getting his daughters US passports, so if he has another stroke, at least his daughters and girlfriend could come to the US to be with him. I still think dumbassery was the major cause, but instead of letting himself use excuses to feel sorry for himself, he is actually being a successful man, working very hard, and supporting himself and his family. I was also touched by the support he received from your community and his community in the US. He was given opportunities, but he had to do the hard work. He is showing his daughters that they are worth fighting for. Thanks for the video.

I remember that story. I don't think I would have anything to do with that "girlfriend" anymore. She roughed him up pretty good. Sure, he's got kids now to take care of, but she's bad news. Glad you guys were there for him. He'd probably be dead if it were not for you.

Good to hear that he's getting it together. I hope he can continue and that his plans come to fruition without him crumbling from what sounds like a lot of pressure. Well done John and thanks for the update Paul.. Since th last few videos on John, I have often wondered how he's faring. The fact that he's doing so much now must I've him a sense of dignity, which in turn will probably help him enormously to reach his goal. I'm currently in Leyte - my second trip here. Next week I'll leave the country for a fortnight in Vietnam and will return for another no visa 30 days. I'm half thinking of taking a trip to Dumaguete where so many of you vloggers seem to be. Do you think there's room for yet another Philippine Vlog - say an Irish Hopeful Romantic?

Excellent response thank you too all involved.

You’re a life changer bro, you make people around you BETTER . Congrats On the channel

Its food that he is getting his life back in order. I know how hard it is to be away from your loved ones, being x military I spent many holidays eather in the barracks of more than one time in combat. I wish him the best of life. Thanks for the update.

Great update video. It’s really nice to hear that he’s doing well. Nobody is perfect and it’s nice to see that a community of people got together to help someone out of a tough spot and guide him back to being successful on his own. Well done all!

Humanity at it's finest. It's awesome to hear about guys helping one that was down and out.

Paul, you are a good man and a real blessing for John and his family. I would like to see more folks like you. May God bless.

The " kindness of strangers " during this saga is inspiring. Well done, by all who helped a person in need.

We all make mistakes and need to learn from them. I am very glad that you all joined together to help him and his family to stand on their own again. It’s good to see that at least some Americans can put aside their differences and be loving and caring human beings like we all used to do when I was younger. My hats off to all who helped this man get a second chance at life.

Thank you and all the good folk who helped this family.

wow I have to give it up to JOhn for getting back and getting back to work.! Hats off to all who helped him get on his feet. WE could all be there..

Thanks for the update on John. Hopefully he will continue to improve his financial situation, get setup to start drawing his social security, and get back to the Philippines.

I’m glad that John is doing ok. I bet he’s missing his family very much ❤

I’m happy to hear John is doing well. He is an inspiration for not giving up

Thank you Paul for getting John help. I wish I got the support I need support like that. In a more dire and hard-to-believe history/situation.

THE REASON I WAS CAPTIVATED BY John’s story is that it was sad to see what had happened to him….the struggle; the supports; finally a happy ending….HERE’S TO A BETTER HAPPIER FUTURE FOR JOHN!!! Although seeing his return to the Philippines to his family would make my bring me JOY!

Thank you Sir Paul for the update. Hope to see John on your vlog in the future....

I’m happy for John and proud of all what you guys did for him. When he gets his social security for sure he can go back to the PI and live in peace. You could do a follow up when his social security hits. Paul you are doing great things there - keep up the good work. I enjoy watching your videos all the way over in the USA

Good to hear John's situation now and your so good at telling the story,very professionally presented.... keep smiling n keep up the video's

Glad to hear John is getting on well with purpose. He really loves Diana and the kids and doing the right thing. My prayers for him and family. I will rejoice more when he returns and do a video with you again --- this time smiling with his family. His story has opened many eyes to realities of senior expats retiring in the Philippines. Future or potential expats planning to retire in the Philippines too. Kudos to the expat community for helping. You folks are good Samaritans. God bless you all❤️❤️❤️.

Great job!!! I like what Hannibal Smith said from the t.v. show the A-Team, "I like it when a plan comes together." I am so happy that John, Dianne and his children are doing good. John has really proven many doubters wrong. I'm thankful for all the people who helped John on his journey and most especially you. I truly hope that John pays it forward in the future by helping an orphanage or something like that after he settles in the Philippines. Keep on keeping on Paul and John!

Hi Paul, that was a great thing that you you did for John. Thanks for all the people of Dumaguete and others in the Philippines 🇵🇭 as well as for the people that supported him in America. May God bless you all 🙏❤

godbless those who have kind heart like you.... out there.

Thanks for the update on John. I had watched from the beginning regarding his situation and with his gf and their babies. I'm glad that you spearhead the process and my thanks to all the others who assisted and took part in taking care of John his gf and their babies. As it is said in the Army (I'm retired ) this reflects great credit on you and all rhe others. It shows that there is still some decency left in the World displaying that people do care.

Great update on John, hard to believe the twins are 3 now seems like it was last summer. Thank you. 👍👍👍

The main thing is the children are being provided for, that’s good to hear.

I did post a critical comment originally but I have to say I'm impressed by John changing his path in a positive direction and taking care of business

Thanks Paul for the Expat John update! I may of missed the issue of when it was that John was going to get to the point where he was going to collect SS and return to the Philippines. As you well know, make sure he gets his SS started and has a few checks under his belt before coming back. Your videos from the other expats that have had those SS issues and trying and getting them fixed from the Philippines is more frustration than it is worth. Thanks for the update on John and for all your great vlogs!

Good to hear! I hope they do well and he is able to return when he gets his Social Security started.

John was very lucky he had a friend like you Paul, to give him the help he needed , you did a great job. 👍

This is such good news. This story has stayed with me. Americans are truly one of the most generous people. Honestly the comments/ concerns from that video just reinforced that people are really good .Despite the negativity presented by the media. Bravo to u Paul for everything u did to help this man.

Just like in Thailand, Money is No. 1 in the Phillipines. No money, no honey.

I am so happy that John is doing better. I pray that Diana does not hurt him when he gets back. I truly believe that if John had not met you, he would be dead today. I remember he said he was only eating one meal a day eating fish and some rice when he could get it. I remember how emaciated he was when he came on the channel the second time. I hope he and Diana can have a good life and that he can raise his girls and be in their lives. He needs to keep Diana away from her family and not go back to that slum that they were living in. Too bad he spent his money building a house for her family on land they do not own. I really wish him the best. I want him to be happy.

What an encouraging news! Happy for John and his family. God bless them.

Thanks for the update Paul! It's great that John is doing good and headed in the right direction. I really thought that Paul was a great guy and tries so hard. He deserves to be happy.

Great to hear things are going good for John. He has a plan, he's sticking to it, and he's reaching his goal. How many chances do you get in life? Apparently as many as you need as long as you are willing to try. He has some health issues, but peace of mind goes a long way to improving those. 61 hours a day on your feet at work sounds like a lot but it's the fastest way to get where he wants to go. Having seen Diane in a previous video, I can understand his motivation. I'm looking forward to the video of his arrival back in the Philippines. My hat's off to Paul and everyone who worked up and funded this "project." A happy end is in sight.

I have been following you channel for 3 years or so and I just rewatched the first interview with John because I vaguely remembered it. Wow you both have changed in two years. Honestly Paul you look better two years later than the time of that first interview.

Mr. Paul, how nice to hear that you were helping Mr. John. May God bless you and your family..more power to your Channel.

That's a pretty good update. He's taken on a lot for a guy who has had two strokes. I do worry about him having another given the amount of work he does ...and, as you pointed out, doing it on his feet. He's really been turning it around. Fingers crossed for him and his gf and the little ones.

Glad to hear John and his family are doing good. Sorry to hear the negative directed towards anyone. It’s life we all have had struggles.

You saved his life. God bless you and your helpers

like a movie. lots of lessons to be learned from this. John proved himself worthy of all the community support. Thank you for your help..