His dream of moving to the Philippines shattered\ Nick’s Story

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  • @75daddygonzo
    @75daddygonzo Рік тому +24

    Very sad story. I had some trouble in my youth but I turned to God and changed my life around. Im 48 and now I’m saving and investing, hoping to retire in the Philippines as well. I have a trip planned in a few months to go there. Love your videos. God bless you and your family

    • @adamcunningham6847
      @adamcunningham6847 Рік тому +1

      grats and be careful!!!!

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +6

      Thank you very much for watching and subscribing Gonzo. I think we all have an emptiness inside of us and until we fill it with God there’s a Lotta other things I can creep in there. I hope your trip here goes well and if you get around Dumaguete let us know 😊

    • @Heyjoeintheph
      @Heyjoeintheph 10 місяців тому

      You have my support and it has convinced me to get my ducks in a row

    • @SS-tr1th
      @SS-tr1th 2 місяці тому

      is that god All Bla also invented in the godforsaken Middle East?

  • @sunshinedream98
    @sunshinedream98 Рік тому +6

    You sound like a very nice quiet man just trying to do the right thing (One of millions). And you’ve had a very hard life but never have given up and now in your later life your getting your peaceful happy time.
    Well done your an inspiration!

  • @bchrismonks8760
    @bchrismonks8760 Рік тому +22

    Tragic story. As you told the story, my mind kept going from different people I have known over the years. People, very loyal, great friends, and confidants. But would have an addiction that held them back. Or other emotional issues. It’s so sad. So much potential.
    I’m hoping he gets another shot and makes the most of it.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +2

      Thank you for watching and commenting Chris. Yeah it’s a sad story and I get where you’re coming from. There were so many people I knew over the years that alcohol, drugs and other addictions, personally issues it’s really sad 😞

  • @Roxco1968
    @Roxco1968 Рік тому +11

    Great video. Enjoy your down to earth stories about real people in your life. Keep up the good work.

  • @garylawson7801
    @garylawson7801 Рік тому +6

    Sad story, Monty. Life can be a hard journey. People can make all kinds of mistakes along the way. But that doesn't necessarily make them bad. Kudos to you for giving him a shot and standing by him.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you Gary 😊 Yeah but he was there for me as well through the good and bad. I truly hope that he can straighten his life out. He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

    • @garylawson7801
      @garylawson7801 Рік тому

      @crewfamilyphilippines I have witnessed 1st hand the debilitating effects schizophrenia has on sufferers and the stigma they face. I pray he is getting the required treatment and support needed to help him. Through a family member. I became aware of the disease almost thirty years ago. I have witnessed the roller coaster this person has gone through in their life. With the advancement of medication support services and a better informed society, with perseverance, they have managed to maintain a more settled life. I wish the same outcome for your friend.

  • @moaz-90
    @moaz-90 Рік тому +14

    Thanks for sharing the story Monti. Even though it was a sad story, there are significant lessons to learn from it.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +4

      Thank you very much Moaz. I did the video in hopes maybe some of the younger guys will think to plan ahead early 😊

    • @moaz-90
      @moaz-90 Рік тому +4

      @@crewfamilyphilippines You are welcome Monti. I always learn many new things by watching your videos. BTW I am not bragging or anything, I never skip ads while watching your videos, I know it's not much. But that's the least I could do to support your channel. Keep making good content. 🙂👍

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +2

      @@moaz-90 Thank you for watching Brother. With my cell phone plan I have ad free UA-cam but there are a few channels I watch on another channel so they can get a little something. We appreciate you Sir 😊💛

  • @michaelcrews2229
    @michaelcrews2229 Рік тому +5

    Thanks!

  • @michaelcrews2229
    @michaelcrews2229 Рік тому +3

    Thanks for sharing Monty i feel so bad for Nick you did the best you could for him life just doesn't seem fair sometimes

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you very much Michael. I didn’t say it in the video but he also suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia which also makes it difficult for him

  • @irelandpierre9234
    @irelandpierre9234 Рік тому +4

    Great story Monty. Thanks you for sharing.

  • @TheInvisibleAmericanMan
    @TheInvisibleAmericanMan Рік тому +42

    Heartbreaking. Nick can get no assistance in navigating the criminal justice system, Meanwhile those burning down buildings in the name of equity, tolerance and diversity are met with zero punitive response from the government. I hope to be able to meet you someday Monty. You are a solid guy. Dave from Cincinnati.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +6

      Thank you so Much Dave. I was born in Springfield. I looked forward to meeting you when you make it over here 😊

    • @LoveyourLife-1970
      @LoveyourLife-1970 Рік тому

      SSSSSooooo you do not believe in equality? Tolerance? Diversity??? DO you believe that white, christian males should rule over all others? You talking about people fighting for equal rights as if you would have lynched Dr Martin Luther King Jr if it were up to you... Do you know how many black and brown people are being done far worse than him by the justice system? Funny that when a black person complains about the justice system, you demons tell us to "stop crying, criminal"... But when its one of yall.... "ooooohhhhh the justice system is so unfair and corrupt". Guess Trump has taught yall well. Im glad he cannot come here... one less colonizer here pretending to be human. But anyway... I want to know how you answer my first three questions... WS burned down entire cities in the name of supremacy... Bet you would love to be able to do that now huh?

    • @florantevillaruz287
      @florantevillaruz287 Рік тому +1

      Don't take your son in the Philippines if he is a trouble shooter guy

    • @elmoelbow
      @elmoelbow Рік тому +3

      What does civil protest have to do with Nick’s condition. And how has their protest impacted his life or denied him any opportunity.
      Based on the story, Nick had support of several people and made choices at an early age that affected his entire life. Maybe the fault lies with his irresponsible, alcoholic parents who abandoned him at a critical time and age while providing zero resource or support after he turned 18.
      No Black or Brown people were mentioned anywhere in the narrative. So maybe shelve your racist tendencies for a moment to just feel compassion and empathy for a human with a good heart but bad luck.
      Hope he gets out and is able to realize a portion of his dream before he goes toes up. Good luck 🍀 Nick!
      From a concerned Black person.

    • @LoveyourLife-1970
      @LoveyourLife-1970 Рік тому

      @@elmoelbow TheInvisibleAmericanMan is just a Trumpanzie that needs to point to black people at any opportunity he can find. He wants to reach back to a peaceful protest, but I guess thats because those that participated in the terrorist attack on our capital are being rightfully punished (even if the punishments are not strong enough)... Well all except for the leader of the attack.. Thats his hero, and since Trump hates black people... he hates black people too.. Most likely he has never had a black person do anything wrong to him, but I bet he has has several white ones do him wrong... Sad that he hates black people so much, but only does so because he has been taught to.

  • @nikumimito3164
    @nikumimito3164 Рік тому +6

    Very interesting tale, thanks for sharing your experience. I'm 38 living in Texas and I make a lot of money but I'm in a lot of debt, trying to work hard and clear it all so I can actually start saving up money so I can early retire there in PH, I've known for sure I want to retire there by the age of 50 years ago. Your story reminds me why I need to make sure I do what I need to do and not try to get everything last minute as that can just be such a bad experience as you've had i'm sure. Take care and god bless.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for watching Brother. You are doing the right thing. I’m broke as a joke but I’m completely out of debt and I sent money to my wife when I was working to build our house here so we don’t have to pay rent. God bless you and I hope that you’re able to retire early and enjoy life 😊🙏🏻

  • @steveramirezsr5342
    @steveramirezsr5342 Рік тому +7

    Very good story Monty. I have done the same as you in the past with a good friend. Only thing is, you cannot change a person no matter what you do. We have a good intentions, but until the other person wants to change, there is nothing anyone can do. Keep you head up and move on, your family will appreciate you in the long haul.
    Steve

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +2

      Hi Steve thank you very much for watching. I agree with you people need to want to change. I’m not making excuses for him. He has depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia which makes everything a challenge. We shall see what happens

  • @jaybee1597
    @jaybee1597 Рік тому +5

    Tough story! Hard to see family and/or friends go through that. All decisions have consequences, some good and some not and many of us have to learn things the hard way. Keep them in prayer!

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for watching and commenting Jay.
      He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

  • @joeknight3269
    @joeknight3269 Рік тому +4

    i had a drinking problem and drugs i was able to quit 35 years ago i know struggle by the grace of god there go i.take care monty

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you Joe mine was
      Alcohol but I quit over 40 years ago. Thank you for watching brother 😊

  • @peterjacobus7578
    @peterjacobus7578 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for sharing your story.
    Most of us know someone who is and has been in trouble with the law, on drugs, and alcohol, etc. Sad to see anyone go through the downs, and struggles of self abuse.
    Monty your looking good, hope your feeling well.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you so much Peter 😊 yeah it’s sad.
      He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

  • @Victoria-ov3ge
    @Victoria-ov3ge Рік тому +1

    Thanks

  • @Stoners_org-l1z
    @Stoners_org-l1z Рік тому

    That is sad. I feel for him, and you too. Thank you for sharing your story. I hope to get over there at some point, I'm 43. I wish the best for him, you and yours. Peace brother

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much for watching and your comment. If you’re already making a plan at 43 to make it over here you’re well beyond the curve. I hope that all is well with you and yours brother 😊

  • @kennethclaar922
    @kennethclaar922 Рік тому +1

    Montey I am showing my friend your video . Your a good guy . Glad your doing ok .

  • @carmelaelliott227
    @carmelaelliott227 Рік тому +1

    Hi Monty I was so touched with your story and the goodness of your heart. Blessings.

  • @jayjay7552
    @jayjay7552 Рік тому +7

    I hope you continue to improve with your health and the kid one day makes it to the Philippines where you guys can share some laughs about old times and feel blessed thats you guys made it through the hard times.

  • @thomasm7047
    @thomasm7047 Рік тому +1

    Wow. You and Nick have been through a lot. Nick could not have asked for a better friend than you. You stuck in there with Nick through thick and thin. I see you loved Nick like a son. You hang in there. You're a great person. I hope Nike gets his self together. From what you say about Nick, Nick is a great person, too. He just has some problems. Good luck, Nick. Hang in there.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much Thomas. I will share your well wishes with Nick 💛

  • @sandrabentley8111
    @sandrabentley8111 Рік тому +3

    Buy a little something for yourself Monty. So sorry about Nick, sounds like he's very talented. Hope prison gets him the help he needs. May be the best thing for him. He's still young.

  • @bernaditteduron3545
    @bernaditteduron3545 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for sharing your story, I hope that Nick would have enough time to think through how he can better his life. I believe he misses and appreciate you!

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much for watching. Hopefully he can get some help while he’s incarcerated. He needs to make the decision that he wants help and wants to change.

  • @angbee2667
    @angbee2667 7 місяців тому +1

    Our daily life from youth to old & love listening....God bless from Penang, malaysia

  • @edwinholcombe2741
    @edwinholcombe2741 Рік тому +2

    I had a friend from high school who gave me a similar story. I believe he was bi-polar. When he was not depressed he could get great jobs and live right. But suddenly he would go into depression and destroy his life and the lives of everyone around him. In one of his good times, he married the perfect girl. I was tempted to warn her but didn't. They had a son and named him after me. He ended up addicted to heroine and lost wife and son. On my trips from the Philippines to the USA, I would try to contact him, but he was either in rehab or living on the streets. Finally, about 10 years ago, his father called me here in the Philippines to tell me he committed suicide. I was sad, but I understood. He was never going to get his life back together was obvious. He just couldn't face living his life anymore. I was sad and think about him often, but it was the first time I realized that,for some people, suicide makes sense. It was his only way out of his hell.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      I understand all to well Edwin. I hope that he doesn’t do that. I picture his mind a living hell. He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia and he’s bipolar so that affects him as well

  • @MW-eg4gu
    @MW-eg4gu Рік тому +2

    My wife is Chinese and I am Caucasian American male. Soon we celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. Asian women are the best, except the ones you would be lucky not to marry. 😂 All races of women have their good and not so good. Nick. Well, he's young and a man so he still will have possibilities. One huge thing is we all have to get right with the Lord. Even a wonderful woman cannot competely straighten us out. Life is rough, but keep a stoic, prayful daily life. Much better to stay calm than angry. Keep it cerebral. And stay busy. Nick gets out, just day by day build things up. But, again, keep up the prayer life.

  • @banyaga-di-palawan
    @banyaga-di-palawan Рік тому +2

    My partner and I had two properties, a town lot (hers) and a farm lot (mine). Her family soon moved into her yard and built a kubo then a lean-to dirty kitchen out back.
    I not only leased my farm off my partner but I also had a sole occupancy agreement drawn up so her family couldn't pressure her to let them build on the farm.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      That was very smart on your part. Thank you very much for watching and your comment 😊

  • @hurleywilson7246
    @hurleywilson7246 Рік тому +2

    Such a sad story on both your parts. You are a good man. God bless.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Yes it is He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well. God bless you too Hurley 😊💛🙏🏻

  • @genemartinez2833
    @genemartinez2833 Рік тому +2

    Too bad he couldn’t explain to the court that he was not able to read the paperwork. He didn’t intend to screw up. This was an inspiring story, you are wise and I enjoy your stories!!

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      He should have explained it that day while he was in the probation office. Things would have been fine.

  • @peterjeffery9513
    @peterjeffery9513 Рік тому

    Great video Monty. Would love to meet you some day

  • @jaygladysadventures7312
    @jaygladysadventures7312 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the video Monty, touching story indeed. On an upbeat note, audio sounded great 👍
    Stay happy and healthy
    God bless

  • @paulinthephilippinesolddog9234

    Great video

  • @troymoses8405
    @troymoses8405 Рік тому

    Thank for sharing Monty, blessings to you and the family.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for watching and commenting Troy 😊💛 hopefully he can change his life. He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

    • @troymoses8405
      @troymoses8405 Рік тому +1

      @@crewfamilyphilippines So sorry to hear this, I’m guessing a path he’s taken due to circumstances within his life. I’ll pray for God’s will for him and his wellbeing. Thank you Monty.

    • @MontyCrew-h5s
      @MontyCrew-h5s Рік тому

      @@troymoses8405 I pray every day for Him. We shall see what happens in the future 💛😊 God bless you and yours

  • @Victoria-ov3ge
    @Victoria-ov3ge Рік тому +7

    Monty you’re such a beautiful soul, you’ve been through so much, many blessings to you and your family 😊
    I hope your friend Nick takes the opportunity whilst in prison to learn how to read, write, and arithmetic, also realise he’s is actually intelligent enough to be able to do so, it may help a lot with what he’s dealing with i think.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much Victoria for watching, your nice comment and the money 😊❤️ I hope that he can get some help. He has low self esteem He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

  • @Mexicobeanpole
    @Mexicobeanpole Рік тому +3

    It’s a sad story, and it reminds me of my brother.
    We all had a very bad childhood, but my sister and I went one way, and our brother went the other way.
    He’s had a life of extreme alcoholism, drugs and arrests.
    Always a good heart, but always an F up.
    I’ve tried so many times over the years to help him, but he’s now 60, and I don’t think he’s going to change his stripes now.
    It’s sad, but he’s a grown man and has to help himself too.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      I’m sorry to hear that you guys had a bad childhood. I agree you can only do so much. They have to want to change or something tragic to wake them up otherwise you’re wasting your time. Thank you so much for watching 😊

  • @D-E-Raptor
    @D-E-Raptor Рік тому +1

    So many people fall into this same situation daily, so I'm hoping that some of them will see your video and avoid the same outcome.
    I m from central Florida and know that area where you lived.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Yeah I hope that some of the younger guys watch and prepare for retirement and do the right stuff and not make the mistakes I made. I lived in Winter Park when I was married but I actually liked Lee Road

  • @danielwarnes7231
    @danielwarnes7231 Рік тому +2

    Another simple but good video. Look forward to meeting you. Have some things in common and some differences too, but think it will be interesting. like your respect for everyone.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much for watching Daniel and your comment. I look forward to meeting you as well 😊

    • @danielwarnes7231
      @danielwarnes7231 Рік тому +2

      Since I don't have family there maybe you will allow me to take you and your family for a nice dinner. A good meal and great company is about what I enjoy most. Asfar as watching goes, it is my pleasure. Since you educated me about added comments helping the income formula it pleases me to help you is this small way.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      @@danielwarnes7231 Thank you again so much. Yes we would be happy to join you sometime for dinner Daniel 😊

  • @triptisingh4188
    @triptisingh4188 11 місяців тому

    Such a tragic story. You’re a good guy with a kind heart and Nick saw that and hence his loyalty to you. I hope life treats him well once he gets out as you won’t be around to help him out. I like your little family. God bless you all.

  • @michaelwuji1758
    @michaelwuji1758 Рік тому +3

    May God bless him and keep him. May he be blessed with peace, wisdom and a cleansing from addictions, in Jesus name, Amen.

  • @sam78ize
    @sam78ize Рік тому +1

    what happened to the ex? thanks for sharing.

  • @kenmaydoney2981
    @kenmaydoney2981 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing Monty. Your story is absolutely inspiring. Hopefully many people will use different aspects of this life lessons about Nick to apply to their own lives.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Hi Ken thank you very much for watching. I hope that they can apply to their lives. He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

  • @PeeWeeBarnes
    @PeeWeeBarnes Рік тому +1

    Paul from the World Zoom channel became a truck driver. He has a serious felony record, but rehabilitated and found meaningful work. I'll pray that God provides wisdom & protection 🙏 🙏

  • @stevebergh7303
    @stevebergh7303 Рік тому +3

    Shifts happen. What a person does with his God Given gifts are that person's choice. So sad about Nick, Monty. 😒
    Hope to meet you by the end of August next month and share perhaps a meal and coffee, as Francis @ NJST is arranging conversion of a Suzuki Every Wagon that I will be coming there to make the purchase ~ maybe you can accompany me to goto the NJST location? All this interest with the NJST Dealership is due to your influence of choice of where to shop. I watch your and Aragel's videos and am enlightened about the many fascinating places and people you two share. Thank you both, Be well, Safe Travel, God Bless to the whole Crew family. You are in my prayers to continue to improve your health, Monty. 🙏

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much Steve. I look forward to meeting you and would happily take you to NJST. It is sad about Nick hopefully he will get some help while he’s incarcerated

  • @jspbipro
    @jspbipro Рік тому +1

    New sub..thanks for sharing and look forward to future vids

  • @pauldrew1130
    @pauldrew1130 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @ragjamrock
    @ragjamrock Рік тому +3

    I can't understand why Nick wasn't literate in America. Sounds like he fell through the cracks somewhere. He probably had very low self esteem. I hope he gets some help while incarcerated . You're a good man Monty, he was lucky to have you around.🙏🏼🏝️

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for watching Jamrock. I truly hope that he can get some help while he’s inside.

    • @dschoenfeld9277
      @dschoenfeld9277 Рік тому

      Generally speaking people like Nick are embarrassed to ask for help.

  • @rodeloperez5138
    @rodeloperez5138 Рік тому +2

    When u got sick friend what insurance did you use ? Did u go to the hospital ? Rodel from USA . Ty

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Hi Rodel both my strokes and heart attack happened here in the Philippines no insurance. Cost about $600 for the hospital stay, doctors medication etc. MRI was $200. CT SCAN was $160. Heart sonogram was $58

    • @rodeloperez5138
      @rodeloperez5138 Рік тому +1

      @@crewfamilyphilippines ty for responding . God bless🙏🏻

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      @@rodeloperez5138 If you are here it’s good to have at least Phil health that will get you admitted into a hospital

    • @rodeloperez5138
      @rodeloperez5138 Рік тому +1

      @@crewfamilyphilippines ok I’ll do that . I’ll be there soon . Ty much for your input. 🙏🏻

  • @ericsolkamans-kj2fd
    @ericsolkamans-kj2fd 7 місяців тому +1

    Watching again. 👍🏽❤️

  • @joemcgrath7446
    @joemcgrath7446 Рік тому +1

    That was one hell of a story. Almost sounds like some of the s*** I've been through. It was a very heartbreaking story. I don't know what else to say. You hit home with that story. I'll go for now take care

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you very much for watching Joe. I think many people have been through something similar

    • @joemcgrath7446
      @joemcgrath7446 Рік тому +1

      You're very welcome sir

    • @joemcgrath7446
      @joemcgrath7446 Рік тому +1

      @@crewfamilyphilippines I'm hoping to come to the Philippines soon. I already have my passport. Just trying to save a nickel or a dime. Plane flights are so damn expensive

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      @@joemcgrath7446 You have that right. Tickets are very expensive

  • @homebasebelgium359
    @homebasebelgium359 Рік тому +3

    That's quite a story, Monty!

  • @brianleonard6885
    @brianleonard6885 Рік тому +1

    o my .... 😔sad.... you were a great friend to him and im so sorry for you both.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for watching Brian. Yeah it sucks to see people go through things but until he decides to change you can’t do anything 😞

  • @DeltaDawg
    @DeltaDawg Рік тому

    Thanks for the story! Sorry to hear that about your good friend sir. I am 42, I am a contractor here in Tennessee. I am saving money, about to purchase two rental properties and preparing so I can move there and retire early!

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Very smart idea. I have a younger friend that has already lived here for 22 years and has houses for airbnb and does very well here. I hope that you have good success here brother

  • @jamesquinn3051
    @jamesquinn3051 Рік тому +2

    Thanks Montii great video sad story , like your style of presentation, Irish viewer unjabbed 🇮🇪

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching James my great grand parents came from Ireland. McKenzie

    • @jamesquinn3051
      @jamesquinn3051 Рік тому +1

      @crewfamilyphilippines Montii forgot to mention I'm married to a Philippina 🇵🇭 since Nov 28 2019 she' has been refused Visa 3 times a so far, she's from province of Mindanao Near Dipolog city love her v Much.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      @@jamesquinn3051 I’m sorry to hear that she can’t get the visa. It’s not easy they want you to have a job, bank account, own land to get a travel visa. I have heard that on marriage visa the first thing they ask is if your husband dies how will you support yourself. It’s crazy.

  • @jayneh2006
    @jayneh2006 Рік тому +1

    Wow bro! Now im decide to move over there from texas, i fed up here bro! Works and works and nonstop work here in usa just for the bills😢

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching and your comment. I hope that you’re able to retire soon 😊

  • @garyspiers2917
    @garyspiers2917 Рік тому +2

    WOW!!! WOW!!! WOW!!! What a sad story. A dirty shame. I hope you the best.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you very much for watching and your comment Gary. I hope the best for you as well 😊

  • @dschoenfeld9277
    @dschoenfeld9277 Рік тому +4

    Definitely a tragic situation without any doubt. You never know what the future holds perhaps he will be able seek the right help in prison and get out early as well. Thanks for video! God bless!❤

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much for watching as always brother. I hope that he will get some help. God Bless you 😊💛🙏🏻

  • @notsocrazyjohn5348
    @notsocrazyjohn5348 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing. I can relate to your situation. I was a contractor and had someone like that, brilliant worker but the drugs had a massive hold on him. We can only do what we can do. He told me at least he wasn't like his parents because they were both alcoholics, he didn't get that he had chosen a different demon. He was like family, actually I used to refer to him as cousin Col. I hope things improve for you soon. Cheers Aussie John

  • @BarnabyBarry
    @BarnabyBarry Рік тому +1

    God bless all of you guys!

  • @liamgray9644
    @liamgray9644 Рік тому +2

    Interesting story. Thanks for sharing. I have a friend, he is in his late 60's. He wants to come to the Philippines. But he will never be able to because he keeps sending money to multiple filipinas , Therefore he can't save any money.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      I have seen a lot of guys do that Liam really don’t understand it. Thank you so much for watching 😊

  • @dr.detroit2877
    @dr.detroit2877 Рік тому +4

    Monty, It sounds like Nick had alcohol fetal syndrome. Look up alcohol fetal syndrome face and see if you recognise the markers. He never had a chance in life other than the chance you gave him.
    Without you there, he had no guidance. Monty, why wasn't a contract drawn when you transferred your fencing business over to the other party? You still have some litigation you could do.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      I did have a contact with them. I have control of it now but without being there it has been difficult to try to sell it now

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      I will look that up but yeah he had a very bad addiction to it along with weed

    • @dr.detroit2877
      @dr.detroit2877 Рік тому +1

      @@crewfamilyphilippines Monty, You might want to contact a business broker. Do you have a list of inventory & tools? Comps of other fencing companies? A list of customers that were happy with your work? I would think Florida would have a big need to repair/replace fencing because of the weather and shifting land.

  • @DeltaDawg
    @DeltaDawg Рік тому +1

    Sir you should start doing some live streams!

  • @timothythompson4036
    @timothythompson4036 Рік тому +1

    God Bless You Sir.

  • @edic2619
    @edic2619 Рік тому +4

    I had a business for 10 yrs in construction like yourself. I helped a guy like you did. A similar thing happened to me. My helper was very sincere, he ended up costing me big big problems and a lot of $. I ended up getting out of bus because of the mess he brought my way. Work so hard and another person causes so many problems.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Yeah thank goodness he wasn’t my biggest problem but he could cause chaos at times. I’m sorry to hear about your issues with your guy Edic

  • @vinkim7554
    @vinkim7554 Рік тому +1

    God bless take care of yourself

  • @DoubtingThomas333
    @DoubtingThomas333 Рік тому +4

    Its a shame he didn't just ask for help. Even a local library or some organisation could have helped him.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Hi Thomas he is super embarrassed about it. I wouldn’t go to jail I would have asked for help 😊

  • @rickylee6129
    @rickylee6129 Рік тому +4

    Good Video 😊

  • @steveperyer4850
    @steveperyer4850 Рік тому +1

    A very unfortunate situation for your friend Monte. God bless you guys😊

  • @margarettownsley9500
    @margarettownsley9500 Рік тому +1

    It’s a known fact other people can destroy your life it’s very sad thank you Monty for your video

  • @nld8985
    @nld8985 Рік тому +1

    And people ask me why I'm 33, single, no kids, and not getting married..... I have a decent job, decent money, own my own house, plenty of money in the bank, have ladies over a couple times a month, and plan on taking a long trip to south east asia in the next year... why would I get married?

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      You’re probably better off single and keep saving money. I love my children dearly and couldn’t imagine my life without them. I could however imagine my life as being single until now.

  • @benevita8562
    @benevita8562 Рік тому +2

    Cette histoire est très triste, vous avez fait beaucoup pour lui 😢
    this story is very sad, you have done a lot for him

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Yes I did but it was a struggle. Hopefully he can get some help while he’s incarcerated 😢

  • @brianbaxter3913
    @brianbaxter3913 Рік тому +1

    Hi Monty. Very sad story and I hope he can get himself straightened out and have another chance at life. I have 2 friends that were alcoholics. One with the help of his girlfriend who he got married too got him sober and the other had to go through a lot of hard life lessons to get sober. He ended up losing his license 3 times for DUI. He also got married to a good woman that helped him get his life straightened out and they have 3 adopted children now. So it can be done just have to work hard to get life back in order

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching and commenting as always brother. He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts and schizophrenia which also affects him

  • @Robert-k7m
    @Robert-k7m 2 місяці тому +1

    Mr Crew. Have you been able to talk to the young man. And do you feel this maybe the time for him to reset his life??
    😇🙏

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  2 місяці тому

      I talk to him every Sunday he calls me from jail. He’s always good while he’s in jail because they give him medication for his schizophrenia and bipolar disorder but when he gets out of jail, he gets off of medication and refuses to take it.

    • @Robert-k7m
      @Robert-k7m 2 місяці тому +1

      I can u destiny what your saying
      My .middle daughter Jennifer was on a self destruction and ended up dieing from that stuff called fintinal. I thought that was gunna send me into a Deep depression, and make me fall away from GOD, But it only made me focus on Ho. Even more.. it's really good of you for being a great friend to this young man. More so when he has no one else..😇🙏👍👍👍👍👍
      GOD Bless and keep you and yours!

  • @Abelius
    @Abelius Рік тому +2

    It's kind of ironic how the self proclaimed land of freedom is so unforgiving. I can't understand the cultural fascination from the rest of the world, really.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching and for your insight. I think the allure is they THINK we are all millionaires 😂

  • @Phiyedough
    @Phiyedough Рік тому +1

    I have personal experience of a good person doing bad things due to alcohol and it makes you realise that just being a good judge of character is not always enough. Sometimes you judge people on their character when sober but they might be quite different when drunk.

  • @irmamelendez2355
    @irmamelendez2355 11 місяців тому +1

    A very good life lesson for young person.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  11 місяців тому

      Yes that’s the reason why I made the video so maybe a younger person might watch it and try to change before it’s to late 😊

  • @ExavierArce
    @ExavierArce Рік тому +1

    Great video 38 my wife is 35 my plan is to retire there

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      That’s a very good plan. I wish that I would have started much younger with a plan for retiring here.

  • @TheIrishd501
    @TheIrishd501 Рік тому +1

    Sad story and tragic. You seemed to be like a father and mentor to that guy and the one good positive influence that he ever had. He'll not do the full 15 years and will probably parole in about 6-7, but even so, he'll be under the watch of his PO and won't be able to travel far (let alone out of the country). Financially wise, your right, he most definitely won't have the funds to survive there in the Philippines and as a foreigner that's the last place to be if your broke.
    I'm on the cusp of retirement right now and my wife and I have a house in Tarlac, so we're trying to figure out if we want to stay there full time or go back and forth to Hawaii.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Hi Irish. Yes that would be a hard decision for you and your wife to make. I hope that it works out in a way that you will both be happy 😊

  • @lindacatalano3244
    @lindacatalano3244 Рік тому +1

    Make more videos. Interesting life stories

  • @NealCollins-ho6yp
    @NealCollins-ho6yp Рік тому +1

    Such a sad story. Such a waste thank you for sharing.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you Neal He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

  • @hdrider201100
    @hdrider201100 Рік тому +1

    Monte, Sir. You are looking more fit than ever.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you Mr. Harley Davidson Rider. I have good days and bad days but I try to make videos on my good days brother. Thank you very much for watching and commenting 😊

  • @robertpinkerton940
    @robertpinkerton940 Рік тому +2

    Nick's story is a very sad one indeed. Maybe there is stiil a glimmer of hope for Nick His time in jail may offer an opportunity for him to redeem himself. With proper counseling and the desire to better himself he can get himself a GED for starters. From there he can learn a trade. I believe it's even possible for him to get timeoff for good behavior. It's all up to Nick to pick himself up by the bootstraps and make a better person of himself. I wish him the best. Hope you can find someway to keep in touch with Nick, Monty. I believe he looks up to you as his mentor. Your encouragement and support can certainly inspire him to be all he can be.
    I sincerely hope things become better for you and😢 your family as time passes by, Monty
    I couldn't help but notice the couch you were setting on while doing your video. It appears to have nice, high back and very comfortable to sit on. How long is it? Are you satisfied with it? If you are, where did you get from?
    Your videos are very entertaining and educational to watch. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the good work.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Hi Robert thank you very much for watching. Hopefully he will do the right thing. He gets a free 15 minute call on Sunday and he calls. If he can get a job building fence he can make very good money. The couch is very comfortable. It sits 3 but normally we can fit 5 if there are kids. I bought it back when I was working I paid $600 for it from Mandaue foam in Dumaguete across from Hypermart. We are doing okay I hope that you are too sir

  • @jspice-kl2wc
    @jspice-kl2wc Рік тому +2

    Such a sad story about Nick, sounds like he got a bad hand from the start. Thank you. 🙂👍👍👍🙏

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Yeah you are right Joe. Thank you as always for watching and commenting Brother 😊💛🙏🏻

    • @joemcgrath7446
      @joemcgrath7446 Рік тому

      This October I will be 60. I kind of slowed down in my life. I just recently had a new heart valve put in. So now I feel like I'm in my prime. I'm fixing to get down and party I'm coming to the Philippines

    • @jspice-kl2wc
      @jspice-kl2wc Рік тому

      @@joemcgrath7446 Good luck and safe travels.

  • @chatocruz5309
    @chatocruz5309 Рік тому +1

    Sad story😢

  • @homesteader2839
    @homesteader2839 Рік тому +3

    Unfortunately, he dug his own grave. Made very bad decisions. Had an opportunity to salvage his life after some bad decisions but ended up back in prison. His mentality and wiring would have always lead him down a troubled path.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      I have to agree with you. Unless he wants to change nothing will change. I’m not sure with his depression, anxiety schizophrenia etc that he’s capable of changing

    • @homesteader2839
      @homesteader2839 Рік тому +1

      @@crewfamilyphilippines He would need professional help to manage his conditions as best as possible. Not sure how he is treated in prison.

  • @Feetonthesand
    @Feetonthesand Рік тому +1

    What everyone needs is to have God and a spiritual life.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +2

      Yes I talk about that a lot. We all have a emptiness inside of us. Some people try to fill it with alcohol, drugs, other people and all types of bad things. Until you fill it with God you don’t feel complete. Thank you so much for watching Gerald 😊

  • @topscris
    @topscris Рік тому +1

    Really heartbreaking. Based on your story, I hope someone can help Nick with his probation but better yet, on his case. Because, unless the stabbing happened first that the guy had to fight back and stop the attack by detaining Nick with physical force, if not, then the guy should know that he would be the one facing charges for illegal detention of Nick, and then possibly jail time.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      I agree Chris no the old guy held him back and hit him with a chair. The whole house is on 24/7 video Nick got arrested the next day the detective showed up. Conveniently everything was a erased. I’m not saying Nick is a Saint but I think he was railroaded

  • @tommythomas6553
    @tommythomas6553 Рік тому

    WANG DANG SWEET POONTANG GREAT INFORMATION 👍👍👍

  • @bobbythespaceghost51
    @bobbythespaceghost51 Рік тому +1

    It's very unfortunate. The foundation of all of this is taking a chance with a significant other, especially the way Nick was.

  • @stevef7798
    @stevef7798 Рік тому

    Great story Monty. I''d be interested in hearing more about your divorce if you're comfortable sharing. A lot of men get hammered with it and it alters their retirement plans. As a younger guy, I'd be interested in hearing what you think. Cheers!

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Hi Steve thank you so much for watching. My ex wife subscribed to our channel because she is evil and she wants to make sure that I don’t say negative things about her and I have a 18 year old son who watches so I must be careful what I say. If you would like to add me on Facebook Monty Crew or montycrew@gmail.com

  • @txtworld
    @txtworld Рік тому

    Wow Monty ... what a story. So tragic how Nick was mistreated by his boyfriend, and locked up like a rat in a cage. Now the State's locked him up in their own cage. I hope he keeps looking forward, and, notwithstanding his predicament, makes the most of the rest of his life ... that's all we can do

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Hi Txtworld. Yes hoping he can get some help while he’s in there. It’s a sad situation. He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

  • @bryankoziar2867
    @bryankoziar2867 Рік тому +2

    Hopefully when all is said and done he can get out and work a bit and get more SS built up so he could finally live his dream.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +2

      Thank you very much for watching Bryan. I hope so too. He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

    • @bryankoziar2867
      @bryankoziar2867 Рік тому +2

      @@crewfamilyphilippines I understand maybe more than most. My 36 year old son suffers from many of things and more so I understand the struggle. I wish him the best.

  • @KuyaG-x4p
    @KuyaG-x4p Рік тому

    The guy needs to start getting Spiritually strong, maybe you can lead him to someone who is a spiritual leader so someone could guide him along.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Yes I have told him that. He suffers from depression, anxiety, racing thoughts that keep him from sleeping well and schizophrenia so that affects him as well

  • @robertg1450
    @robertg1450 Рік тому +1

    Well I spent many years in prison my self for stupid young stuff however I turned my life around build a beautiful home in the Philippines and have a beautiful family here I got out started driving truck thomen bought my own semi and saved for few years every penny sold all my stuff then applied for disability I paid in all my credits so I'm pulling 1850.00 a month plus I got 16 months back pay I'm only 42 now so I can enjoy my life we started a piggery for income here and as far as your friend he will get back pay when he applies probably only a few thousand in back pay but he can use that to fly there and get set up and if he stays single he can live in 798.00 a month for SSI he can become a truck driver government will pay for school and most will hire felons hope he does well but we all make choices in life and we have to live learn from them

  • @laurab5278
    @laurab5278 Рік тому +1

    Sad story❤

  • @piacash5216
    @piacash5216 Рік тому

    Wow How Sad Hope , he gets help and Better 🙏🙏🙏✌️✌️👍👍👍

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for watching and commenting Pia. I hope that he comes out a different man but at the end of the day he needs to want to change 🙏🏻😊

  • @AnthonyGibbsRTA
    @AnthonyGibbsRTA Рік тому

    Very sad story, The American dream can also be an American nightmare

  • @marcrichard7251
    @marcrichard7251 Рік тому +2

    Wow, Monty….😮 that is a very sad story I guess I just have to keep him in our prayers that he gets delivered from drinking alcohol if anything yeah the only thing I could see him doing if he got 600 a month if he could be successful on UA-cam, but that’s no guarantee but if he was a hit that would be his only way out in my opinion I could be wrong

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for watching Marc. I believe that he needs to decide that he wants help and wants to change before anyone can do anything for him

  • @mamiloy861
    @mamiloy861 8 місяців тому +1

    2nd videos I watch since I subscribe today later I will make a comment about Nick. Hope his doing ok.

  • @brianasamuels
    @brianasamuels Рік тому +1

    It seriously sounds like Nick is trying to get back to his meal ticket in the Philippines, but God is protecting you.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching Brian 😊 He’s definitely not going to be living here. At least not with us.

  • @jannarkiewicz633
    @jannarkiewicz633 Рік тому +1

    Okay... I was cracking up at the covert to gay comment. Come on... You were dad to him. You were the dad he needed.

    • @crewfamilyphilippines
      @crewfamilyphilippines  Рік тому

      Yeah I guess that he went off the deep end. That was never going to happen. I talk to him on Sundays . He is so much better off liquor and drugs and on his proper medication