We had a civil wedding in the USA and had a Catholic Church wedding in Philippines last February. Baby May is right, it was a lot of requirements, we sent lots of paperwork, never thought I’d need to find my catholic confirmation certificate . In the end, it was terrific, but anyone who is considering should give themselves plenty of time.
@Her Expat Retirement we originally planned on having the wedding and reception done at the reception venue because we were less than confident that we’d be approved to have the wedding in the church, but after several hours of searching thru boxes in my garage, I was able to locate my first communion and confirmation certificates. Credit to my Mother who kept these items together for me until I was an adult and for me keeping them thru several moves. Prior to my final search, I contacted my childhood church but got no response from them. We were indeed lucky to find them on our own. My wife didn’t have her confirmation, but was able to join a class of adults the week of our wedding to complete that requirement.
What is the oldest trade in the world? Along with prostitution, espionage is the oldest profession in the world now we come to the definition of conservative............
My wife wanted a Catholic Church wedding. I'm Lutheran and was divorced. I told my wife the Catholic Church requires you to go through annulment classes and they charge for it. She said she didn't think I was right. She made an appointment with the bishop and he said I was right. I told my wife that annulment through the church was to keep couples together and I was divorced and there was no chance of me getting back together with my ex. We ended up getting married in the Lutheran Church in Cagayan de Oro. My wife was shocked when we met with the Pastor when she asked him how much money to give for the ceremony. He said to give what you want. She said the Catholic Church tells you what to give.
@@bert671 it's customary to give the church a donation when getting married here in the Philippines. That's any church by the way. We are getting Married in our church the joyful assemble of God here on Samal Island in Garden City on Saturday and we are giving 10,000 php to our pastor.
The Catholic Church office will likely have a list of fees for weddings. In our case, we found it to be like a menu, and there was a “fee.” Ours was I believe about $300. We also chose to add air conditioning as that was optional and an additional cost. They’ll likely charge for a choir, flowers if the provide them. We chose our own flower provider. Since we live in the USA. We’d sent a family member who was local to get all the costs and requirements. They helped establish our expectations and complete everything in advance. All in all, we loved it and are super happy with everything, but there are definitely cheaper ways to go.
I have a Canadian friend that got married in CDO in a civil ceremony about 6 years ago. I was his best man. I remember that he used a local agent to accelerate $$$ the process including sending the documents to Manila. Paul you were lucky to get the marriage class in English. Most married vloggers had to sit while everything was in local language. Congratulations to you and Mae
Hey Paul my dear friend, you and the beautiful Baby Mae are truly the best. I love you both. Thank you for sharing brother. God bless you and Baby Mae always.😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
wow😂 benefits of this video: 1. you paved the way for those watching who want to get married there by revealing all the potential hoops and delays that can happen and ways to improve and avoid delays 2. A good example of keeping your sense of humor as you adapt and accept processes in the Philippines. I don’t even know how you remembered all these things; my head is still spinning😅
Holy cow, that's insane! You two have been put through hell. I'm totally impressed with your patience Paul. And Mae didn't look like shes even phased by this whle process! I hope it gets done soon and thank you for this eye opening, jaw dropping, beyond crazy Philippine beurocracy. On second thought you have my most sincere thoughts and prayers.
You know Paul you hit the nail right on the head, ADJUST, ADAPT, and finally you must ACCEPT. You might think about doing a video on those three words. Thank You so much Paul your better than a "SHRINK"!!! God Bless 🙏👌👍
I accept. Love that statement. Going crazy over things you can not change will only harm the both of you. In time this will be only a crazy story in a long beautiful journey for the both of you. God Bless.
Oh, Paul and Mae, what a SNAFU! Fingers crossed it will finally be resolved, completely and absolutely resolved, sooner than you think. The only thing that seems to be missing from this story is the trio of Larry, Moe, and Curly. May you have a long, happy, OFFICIALLY MARRIED life together, Mr. and Mrs. McGill! 👍👍
Paul and Mae always great to see your videos. Real people no sugar coating. You both are lucky to have each other. You have a good wife Paul practical and knows how to save.
Wow! This is a crazy story. I was starting to think they didn’t want you to get married. Paul, you have a tremendous amount of patience because I would’ve lost it. God bless you both and wish you all the best.
I really appreciate and respect you and Mae. I haven't seen your videos for a while so congratulations on your marriage. You and Mae are a excellent couple.
Dear Paul & Baby May, WOW! I understand your feelings and frustration. Thank you for your time, patience, and explanation the two of you are going through. God's Blessings
Such positive attitudes! Couples with great attitudes, who are flexible, and are easy going make for the strongest couples. Such a great story to tell!
Hello Paul & Baby Mae - I'd like to say that all that beauracracy is lost on me but I come from Chile and although not as bad as the Philippines, it is still bad that is why I live in Canada. Thank heavens you two love each other and have the patience to endure it & go through the hoops. I am very happy for you two that you got married, you both look very happy💖💖
This is the funniest (frustrating for you guys) story I have heard you guys tell us. It will get sorted.... but oh boy, what a tale!!!! Best of luck in the world, guys
That's nuts !! = As I have gotten older, my patience has improved enormously, but I would have had problems trying keep my cool in that much Bureaucratic Ineptitude = Kudos to you two for keeping your cool !!
I admire your tenacity. This would have severely tested my patience and I would have been tempted to go back to being a couple without the marriage papers. I salute you both...
Great story Paul..I like the way you ended it. ..Adjust/Adapt/Accept And I love Baby Mae's discipline with money. Thrift skills...awesome. May God bless you both more. 😇
Hello Paul and Baby Mae, I was actually thinking you both last night. That I had not seen you both for awhile. Good to see your happy smiling faces. Take care. Now I will watch and listen to your video. Lol. All good things come to those who wait. All the very best to you both.
Thanks a lot Paul, I'm heading there to get married as well and hopefully we can be lucky and not go through the obstacles you guys went through. I'll let you know what happens...till then God bless and keep on with the 3 A's.
Bless your heart Paul, you are a real trooper for dealing with all this and not losing your cool. Wishing you the best as always. I'm glad you have adjusted to the Philippines way things happen.
Great story and having been through the application for an SRRV( special residential retirement visa), those hoops and changes required are not surprising. And each new document cost extra, maybe that is why it is called The Fee-lippines!
My daughter got married in the courthouse with jp.She went to courthouse during lunchtime and went back to work at 1:00 .And she said she don’t wanna spend lots of money for church wedding because it’s a waste of money if she end up divorce.But now their still married been married for 16 yrs
Best part of the whole video was ???......... Ta da playing and being frisky non stop with Baby Mae😄😄 what a wonderful little puppy you all have. Love it.
Hi Paul. I am an American who married a Philipina as well. Everything you said was right on. I started my paperwork in June of 2022. By the time I had everything done between my paperwork & my wife's paperwork we were able to set a date to be married on Sept. 12th. Then it took over 3 weeks to get the marriage certificate. After that I had to go to Immigration to apply for my 13A marriage visa. It took me until October2022 to finally have everything finalized. So it took over 4 months to get everything finalized. So I know what you went thru. It was not a lot of fun.
The bureaucracy in the PH has never change. It was very frustrating for me to get my birth certificate. I misplaced my birth certificate and I couldn't find it. I requested for a new one. It took me almost 2 yrs to finally get the certificate. So, I understand where you are coming from. Absolutely nuts.
I respect you both for going through all that hassle. I couldn't go through all that trouble for a marriage certificate. I would've just flew her to Vegas and married her there. If Mae wants a church wedding you can go to the Candlelight Wedding Chapel. That's where I married my wife over 20 years ago. Hassle Free, one day event. Even with the airfare expense, we still saved a fortune not having a traditional wedding party with catering and hall and limo rentals. Just a simpler way to go in my opinion.
@@mauibuilder1239 I'm not sure, but I would think so, and it's probably a lot easier to get down there at the US Embassy than all the hoops it looks as though you have to jump through to get married over there. But I don't know, I'm just guessing bc I'm not there, I'm in Brooklyn, but I was married in Vegas. Best thing my wife and I could have done. We we're already in our 30's and set in our busy career''s, and we didn't want to deal with all the planning, expenses, who to invite, who not to invite and other b.s.. So we just went to Vegas for a week, got married, met an Elvis, had a great time, and avoided a bunch of stress.
My wife and I got married at a mass wedding in San Quintin on Luzon on Feb 28 this year. Everything was free and it only took 2 weeks to get everything completed. The good thing was that the Municipality fast tracked everything since the mass wedding is put on by the mayors office.They even made wedding photos for free. I could afford to pay but them doing all the paperwork made it worthwhile. We did have to get several of the things you mentioned, but it was very painless. It was actually a nice ceremony. We are also waiting on The PSA to return our marriage certificate.
I really admire both of you! Love that you guys are taking this ordeal with a great sense of humor. Hopefully, it will all work out in the end! I love that Mae is frugal as most true filipinas are…she’s a keeper, Paul!
Off topic: In the video [I can no longer find] in which you, Paul, gave Mae's sister some solid advice about NOT hooking up with an older guy [40 year difference???] you earned my respect. You also reminded me of why I had better think REALLY HARD before I hook up with a younger doll. Thank you for the wake-up call. Stay safe. Be well.
OMG!!! Paul your story has motivated me to get the paper work done now while I still have time. How you managed your patience throughout the ordeal. Do you need to send your wedding gifts back? God Bless you both.
Hi Paul, I'm watching this laughing and crying at the same time. Murphy strikes again. I am sure it will work itself out in the end. I am glad I caught this video . I'm now prepped for the worst-case, but I'm hopeful for a smoother wedding. In any event, I will take your advice. Adapt, adjust, and accept. Cheers until next time.
@watersbey25 Bud take a chill pill. Paul would understand where I'm coming. from. the laughter refers to the Beaurocricy and inefficiently of how things work in the Philippines and how we deal with it. As frustrating as it can be you just take it on the chin and carry on
@@garylawson7801 So you see how the bureaucracy is in The Philippines is, you can relate to Paul going through it, and laugh through the experience while taking it in the chin going through it. Ok, got it.
Wow Paul and Janet, what an adventure. I think you should write a screen play, it would make a great movie. ND the way you and Mae describe it I think it would fall in the comedy category
Good morning Paul and baby may it looks like I’m your first view this morning. This is cool. I enjoy watching your channel very much hopefully maybe one day within the next year or two I will shake hands be able to buy you a cuppa coffee. God bless.
Congratulations on your Marriage. Wow you both are being put through the ringer you Love each other so that all that really matters to you God Bless you both and may you have many blessings ahead ❤❤
Paul, I love listening to your stories and life aboard. I have lived in Japan and Guam for 3 years in each. I still have the Asain Fever. Even after a failed marriage to a great Japanese girl. Im thinking I need to retire soon, and you have really helped me think logically and realistically about this possible plan. Thanks for sharing your life with us here in UA-cam land. God bless you seem like a good man.
All in All, I am happy for both of you. Hope you both can get to the US and Mae can really see what the US is really like. Looking down the road, I would expect that both of you will spend significant time in the US in the coming years not because you want to because you have to. Paul at some point will need US medical care to manage what ever illness comes his way. Mae is a solid citizen hard worker. She will be able to work in the US, get her own Medicare and Social Security entitlement and build a retirement nest egg on her own. Anything Paul gives/leaves her will be gravy. Again, I am so happy for the both of you. I know the paperwork will be done. Shortly, you can get on with the next exciting chapter in your lives. Great story, hang in there.
Thanks for sharing your story Paul. I am astonished with Baby Mae and her self sacrifice to put aside her personal dreams and wishes for what she believes is in the best interests of her Man and family. It truly is a measure of her character and beside the fact that Baby Mae isn’t exactly hard on the eyes, I can see why you fell in love with her. Finding a woman who truly love you is hard enough but finding one who loves you and believes in you is something very special. It’s obvious to me by seeing the look on your face when you look at Mae that you value her far more for these reasons than her beauty (and she is definitely a beautiful woman). I super highly respect you for that as that’s how I feel about my Filipina. You are one lucky SOB.
WOW!! Like this channel and others on UA-cam. Exposes me to different cultures and gives me a better understanding of people. Have been out of the United States to other countries and really enjoyed it. Been to Mexico several times with my husband. But he just likes staying home now which is fine. I like the 3 A''s Adjust, Adapt, and Accept. Hope to go to another country soon. Thanks for letting the public into your life there. Very interesting.
Our first marriage was performed by the mayor of a town outside Cagayan d'Oro. If you know the right people and pay them, you can get whatever you want printed on paper in the Philippines. I went back 6 months later and we had a Catholic Church wedding. All the clothes were rented, including my barong, and it was beautiful.
Got married last month in Samar and my process was much easier. Wife dealt with everything in the Philippines, I just provided a few documents. No classes, able to get priority, but family close friends with the mayor 😀. Now have marriage certificate after two weeks and it normally takes 3/6 months.
I agree. Alot of ppl spend so much on the wedding day without taking into account after the wedding day. I have been married for 10 yrs this yr n l made all bouquets, headpiece, food and bought a beautiful brand new wedding dress for 120.00. Friend made a beautiful wedding cake for nothing. Got married in my church which didn't cost a cent because it's free n they aren't a money making organisation.
Great video Paul!…you should post in your permanent overview of your website, a completed list of everything a couple would need to complete the marriage requirements…that would be a long term help to all…
Good point Paul if your happy there just accept the way things are. We’ve been waiting for a clearance out of Immigration in Manila since 12/23/22. They keep saying soon. So we just do our best to be happy and trust God. Time goes by so fast do wish your life away. God bless
After listening to your story I feel very fortunate. Our processing and civil marriage was in the province of Rizal on Luzon. While there were a bunch of hoops to jump through it all went fairly smoothly.
We got married in 2018 by a small town Mayor. I wasn't living here so we had to go to the US Embassy in Manila to get some kind of document. When I met my wife my visa was expiring in a few days. I got an extension so we could get aquatinted and we are both happily married now, Thanks for sharing your experience.
Nice video Paul, I like how you explained everything step by step. OMG, what a process you went through. We got married in the US when my now wife came over on a K1 Visa, this went very smoothly and then we had to register the marriage with the Phillippines Embassy in New York City. So our marriage is registered in the Philippines as well. I am sure you have now saved many people from making the same mistakes you and Mae made. Your channel is a treasure trove of great valid information. I am sure your paper will be coming soon, I wish I can say be patient, but things are well beyond that at this point. Congrats on your marriage Paul and Mae cheers to an awesome life together, God Bless and enjoy life 2.0.
Such a process i was in stitches you must have an old fashioned stack of paper a mile high for this one ..but gotta say it just made a great video..there has to be a few extra Notorized signatures that you dont know you dont need...yet....lol😅 Some Marriages would have already failed before you finally got the Knot tied..gotta say finally got it in a frame xx Congratulations to you both ...xx 17:50
HEY PAUL! You found a Diamond in the rough with Baby Mae. Happy for both of you folks…👍🙏❤️. Thanks in sharing your experience. Please post f/u final marriage paper debacle… I look forward the finality 😃
Wow!! I admire your patience and determination to get through the unending process of waiting to get your paperwork back. Hang in there both! There will be light at the end of the tunnel. I'm learning a lot from you both about the beaurocracy in the Philippines . Thank You , Paul for the three A's I will for sure remember those words. God Bless You Both 🙏.
We had a civil wedding in the USA and had a Catholic Church wedding in Philippines last February. Baby May is right, it was a lot of requirements, we sent lots of paperwork, never thought I’d need to find my catholic confirmation certificate . In the end, it was terrific, but anyone who is considering should give themselves plenty of time.
@Her Expat Retirement we originally planned on having the wedding and reception done at the reception venue because we were less than confident that we’d be approved to have the wedding in the church, but after several hours of searching thru boxes in my garage, I was able to locate my first communion and confirmation certificates. Credit to my Mother who kept these items together for me until I was an adult and for me keeping them thru several moves. Prior to my final search, I contacted my childhood church but got no response from them. We were indeed lucky to find them on our own. My wife didn’t have her confirmation, but was able to join a class of adults the week of our wedding to complete that requirement.
it'll will take a lot more 'paper' work to become unmarried. Next step BTW 92%
Your lucky you found a woman who is actually financially conservative with money.
Thank you
What is the oldest trade in the world? Along with prostitution, espionage is the oldest profession in the world now we come to the definition of conservative............
@@jurgschupbach3059 prostitution is filth and should be banned everywhere
Yes, Mae is Paul's true treasure.
My wife wanted a Catholic Church wedding. I'm Lutheran and was divorced. I told my wife the Catholic Church requires you to go through annulment classes and they charge for it. She said she didn't think I was right. She made an appointment with the bishop and he said I was right. I told my wife that annulment through the church was to keep couples together and I was divorced and there was no chance of me getting back together with my ex. We ended up getting married in the Lutheran Church in Cagayan de Oro. My wife was shocked when we met with the Pastor when she asked him how much money to give for the ceremony. He said to give what you want. She said the Catholic Church tells you what to give.
Tells you what to give?
@@bert671 it's customary to give the church a donation when getting married here in the Philippines.
That's any church by the way.
We are getting Married in our church the joyful assemble of God here on Samal Island in Garden City on Saturday and we are giving 10,000 php to our pastor.
The Catholic Church office will likely have a list of fees for weddings. In our case, we found it to be like a menu, and there was a “fee.” Ours was I believe about $300. We also chose to add air conditioning as that was optional and an additional cost. They’ll likely charge for a choir, flowers if the provide them. We chose our own flower provider. Since we live in the USA. We’d sent a family member who was local to get all the costs and requirements. They helped establish our expectations and complete everything in advance. All in all, we loved it and are super happy with everything, but there are definitely cheaper ways to go.
@@robmari497 no menu of prices in the Lutheran Church. That's why I would never convert but I respect the choice people have in being a member.
What did your wife give to the happy clapper pastor?
This divorce is gonna cost you way more than the one before. You read like a right chump ang moh.
I have a Canadian friend that got married in CDO in a civil ceremony about 6 years ago. I was his best man. I remember that he used a local agent to accelerate $$$ the process including sending the documents to Manila. Paul you were lucky to get the marriage class in English. Most married vloggers had to sit while everything was in local language. Congratulations to you and Mae
Saw the 30 minute duration and when you mentioned documentation in your first sentence I put on the popcorn. Did not disappoint.
Thank you Oliver
@@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234
Yes my girlfriend just wants a simple wedding But how long it took you to get married chap
@@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234 wait, it's not over?! Wow, good luck.
It was popcorn worthy ... 😅
Hey Paul my dear friend, you and the beautiful Baby Mae are truly the best. I love you both. Thank you for sharing brother. God bless you and Baby Mae always.😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
And we love you my brother
wow😂 benefits of this video: 1. you paved the way for those watching who want to get married there by revealing all the potential hoops and delays that can happen and ways to improve and avoid delays
2. A good example of keeping your sense of humor as you adapt and accept processes in the Philippines.
I don’t even know how you remembered all these things; my head is still spinning😅
Holy cow, that's insane! You two have been put through hell. I'm totally impressed with your patience Paul. And Mae didn't look like shes even phased by this whle process! I hope it gets done soon and thank you for this eye opening, jaw dropping, beyond crazy Philippine beurocracy. On second thought you have my most sincere thoughts and prayers.
Wow! Keystone 👮♀️ cops😂….Sorry Paul and Baby Mae…
Try it in Germany. The bureaucracy is insane.😝
You know Paul you hit the nail right on the head, ADJUST, ADAPT, and finally you must ACCEPT. You might think about doing a video on those three words. Thank You so much Paul your better than a "SHRINK"!!! God Bless 🙏👌👍
It's like being all dressed up in a nice suit but nowhere to go, it's a great place to start. Thanks for commenting..👍
Your experiences are better than any reality tv show. Ten times better! Thanks for sharing. And the best of happiness to both of you.
I accept. Love that statement. Going crazy over things you can not change will only harm the both of you. In time this will be only a crazy story in a long beautiful journey for the both of you. God Bless.
Paul you tell the best stories! Love your channel. Keep up the great work!! Blessings to you & Mae.
Oh, Paul and Mae, what a SNAFU! Fingers crossed it will finally be resolved, completely and absolutely resolved, sooner than you think. The only thing that seems to be missing from this story is the trio of Larry, Moe, and Curly. May you have a long, happy, OFFICIALLY MARRIED life together, Mr. and Mrs. McGill! 👍👍
Paul and Mae always great to see your videos. Real people no sugar coating. You both are lucky to have each other. You have a good wife Paul practical and knows how to save.
Wow! This is a crazy story. I was starting to think they didn’t want you to get married. Paul, you have a tremendous amount of patience because I would’ve lost it. God bless you both and wish you all the best.
Paul, this reminds me of the movie "Idiocracy". Man, kudos to you both and your patience! And congrats to your wedding! God bless you!
I really appreciate and respect you and Mae. I haven't seen your videos for a while so congratulations on your marriage. You and Mae are a excellent couple.
I'm sure this was more fun to watch than for you two to go thru. Thank you.
Always more fun after it is over Danny
Congrats to you both. You both deserve each other and now you have made the decision to make your relationship official and I think that's great!
This girl deserves the world.
Dear Paul & Baby May, WOW! I understand your feelings and frustration. Thank you for your time, patience, and explanation the two of you are going through. God's Blessings
Such positive attitudes!
Couples with great attitudes, who are flexible, and are easy going make for the strongest couples.
Such a great story to tell!
Great story! The both of you deserve a lifetime of happiness. God bless.
Thanks so much
Official or not.....Congratulations on your marriage....Wishing you both many years of happiness together. Now start planning the honeymoon!!
Hello Paul & Baby Mae - I'd like to say that all that beauracracy is lost on me but I come from Chile and although not as bad as the Philippines, it is still bad that is why I live in Canada. Thank heavens you two love each other and have the patience to endure it & go through the hoops. I am very happy for you two that you got married, you both look very happy💖💖
Thank you my friend
This is the funniest (frustrating for you guys) story I have heard you guys tell us.
It will get sorted.... but oh boy, what a tale!!!!
Best of luck in the world, guys
Thanks Ian
That's nuts !! = As I have gotten older, my patience has improved enormously, but I would have had problems trying keep my cool in that much Bureaucratic Ineptitude = Kudos to you two for keeping your cool !!
I admire your tenacity. This would have severely tested my patience and I would have been tempted to go back to being a couple without the marriage papers. I salute you both...
Paul enjoy your channel and happy for you and Mae. Wishing all good things.
Great story Paul..I like the way you ended it. ..Adjust/Adapt/Accept
And I love Baby Mae's discipline with money. Thrift skills...awesome.
May God bless you both more. 😇
Well all this debacle made for an interesting video and still more to come. Good luck 😊
So happy for both of you! You both look glowing. Congratulations 🎉❤
Your story telling is flawless, and enjoyable to listen to...hi Mae, you have a lovely spirit of gentleness.
Hello Paul and Baby Mae, I was actually thinking you both last night. That I had not seen you both for awhile. Good to see your happy smiling faces. Take care. Now I will watch and listen to your video. Lol. All good things come to those who wait. All the very best to you both.
Thanks a lot Paul, I'm heading there to get married as well and hopefully we can be lucky and not go through the obstacles you guys went through. I'll let you know what happens...till then God bless and keep on with the 3 A's.
Bless your heart Paul, you are a real trooper for dealing with all this and not losing your cool. Wishing you the best as always. I'm glad you have adjusted to the Philippines way things happen.
Hey Paul, Baby Mae and Tada! You are officially a Pinoy Paul. Way to hang tough with tons of patience. God Bless!
Great story and having been through the application for an SRRV( special residential retirement visa), those hoops and changes required are not surprising. And each new document cost extra, maybe that is why it is called The Fee-lippines!
She deserves the best Paul, its only once in a womans life! ❤️ Baby Mae!
You and Baby Mae deserves a wedding celebration. some People don’t really feel married without the ceremony. Speaking from experience...
Smart and beautiful… Paul, you have a winner!!!
Congrats Paul. You got a good woman there. Struck gold you did.
Good to put these Red Tape videos out and you accept it with a smile!
My daughter got married in the courthouse with jp.She went to courthouse during lunchtime and went back to work at 1:00 .And she said she don’t wanna spend lots of money for church wedding because it’s a waste of money if she end up divorce.But now their still married been married for 16 yrs
I hope that I can Adjust, Adapt and Accept the trials and tribulations wherever I end up. Thanks, Paul and Mae. 👍🏽
Congratulations to both of you. Just by hearing you Paul, forget about getting married in PH.
Very good,Be happy/ Healthy always.
Good Video Paul and Baby Mae 😊. Made me chuckle a bit 😂.
Stay Safe 💕 💞 🙏 🙏
Best part of the whole video was ???......... Ta da playing and being frisky non stop with Baby Mae😄😄 what a wonderful little puppy you all have. Love it.
Regarding your situation, another well-known Philippines vlogger would simply smile and say: "Welcome to the Philippines!"
Hi Paul. I am an American who married a Philipina as well. Everything you said was right on. I started my paperwork in June of 2022. By the time I had everything done between my paperwork & my wife's paperwork we were able to set a date to be married on Sept. 12th. Then it took over 3 weeks to get the marriage certificate. After that I had to go to Immigration to apply for my 13A marriage visa. It took me until October2022 to finally have everything finalized. So it took over 4 months to get everything finalized. So I know what you went thru. It was not a lot of fun.
Hi Paul ,thank God my wife Aurora and I got married in New Zealand, great video
We wish you the best, but really, the best part is having Mae. She’s so beautiful. You are a awesome couple.
Thanks so much
The bureaucracy in the PH has never change. It was very frustrating for me to get my birth certificate. I misplaced my birth certificate and I couldn't find it. I requested for a new one. It took me almost 2 yrs to finally get the certificate. So, I understand where you are coming from. Absolutely nuts.
Paul you look so much healthier and happier since you married Mae, congratulations to you both!
What a MISSION just to have a very simple marriage!!!!! Incredible and ONLY in the Philippines!
No, not only in PH. Wake up.
Wow Paul really interesting video - hang in there- i am sure you will eventually get all of the t’s crossed
Hope so Bill
I respect you both for going through all that hassle. I couldn't go through all that trouble for a marriage certificate. I would've just flew her to Vegas and married her there. If Mae wants a church wedding you can go to the Candlelight Wedding Chapel. That's where I married my wife over 20 years ago. Hassle Free, one day event. Even with the airfare expense, we still saved a fortune not having a traditional wedding party with catering and hall and limo rentals. Just a simpler way to go in my opinion.
Would't she need a visa to go to Vegas?
@@mauibuilder1239 I'm not sure, but I would think so, and it's probably a lot easier to get down there at the US Embassy than all the hoops it looks as though you have to jump through to get married over there. But I don't know, I'm just guessing bc I'm not there, I'm in Brooklyn, but I was married in Vegas. Best thing my wife and I could have done. We we're already in our 30's and set in our busy career''s, and we didn't want to deal with all the planning, expenses, who to invite, who not to invite and other b.s.. So we just went to Vegas for a week, got married, met an Elvis, had a great time, and avoided a bunch of stress.
Congratulations to the both of you! It proves to me that you two are meant to be together. It will all work out. Best wishes!
My wife and I got married at a mass wedding in San Quintin on Luzon on Feb 28 this year. Everything was free and it only took 2 weeks to get everything completed. The good thing was that the Municipality fast tracked everything since the mass wedding is put on by the mayors office.They even made wedding photos for free. I could afford to pay but them doing all the paperwork made it worthwhile. We did have to get several of the things you mentioned, but it was very painless. It was actually a nice ceremony. We are also waiting on The PSA to return our marriage certificate.
I really admire both of you! Love that you guys are taking this ordeal with a great sense of humor. Hopefully, it will all work out in the end! I love that Mae is frugal as most true filipinas are…she’s a keeper, Paul!
Off topic: In the video [I can no longer find] in which you, Paul, gave Mae's sister some solid advice about NOT hooking up with an older guy [40 year difference???] you earned my respect. You also reminded me of why I had better think REALLY HARD before I hook up with a younger doll.
Thank you for the wake-up call.
Stay safe. Be well.
After 3 marriages and divorces in the United States, I will not be going through that! LOL Great story! Congratulations!
Thanks Patriot
OMG!!! Paul your story has motivated me to get the paper work done now while I still have time. How you managed your patience throughout the ordeal.
Do you need to send your wedding gifts back?
God Bless you both.
What wedding gifts?
@@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234 when it’s officially official we’ll send you a wedding gift. :)
you have a patience that remains a mystery to me. We should give you the Medal of Patience and Wisdom.
Hi Paul, I'm watching this laughing and crying at the same time. Murphy strikes again. I am sure it will work itself out in the end. I am glad I caught this video . I'm now prepped for the worst-case, but I'm hopeful for a smoother wedding.
In any event, I will take your advice. Adapt, adjust, and accept. Cheers until next time.
Just curious, what makes you laugh while someone is going thru something difficult? Do you really find seeing someone going thru turmoil funny?
@watersbey25 Bud take a chill pill. Paul would understand where I'm coming. from. the laughter refers to the Beaurocricy and inefficiently of how things work in the Philippines and how we deal with it. As frustrating as it can be you just take it on the chin and carry on
@@garylawson7801 So you see how the bureaucracy is in The Philippines is, you can relate to Paul going through it, and laugh through the experience while taking it in the chin going through it. Ok, got it.
Wow Paul and Janet, what an adventure. I think you should write a screen play, it would make a great movie. ND the way you and Mae describe it I think it would fall in the comedy category
February 17th was perfect!
3 + 14 = 17 !
Birthday + Valentine's = wedding day
Good morning Paul and baby may it looks like I’m your first view this morning. This is cool. I enjoy watching your channel very much hopefully maybe one day within the next year or two I will shake hands be able to buy you a cuppa coffee. God bless.
Thanks Richard
Excellent, informative vlog!
Thanks Harold
Congratulations on your Marriage. Wow you both are being put through the ringer you Love each other so that all that really matters to you God Bless you both and may you have many blessings ahead ❤❤
Great story, y'all! .... Very educational about actual conditions.
Doesn't matter where you go Paul !!! Mars there going to try and rain on the party !!!! Don't let them!! You and baby go !!!
Paul, I love listening to your stories and life aboard. I have lived in Japan and Guam for 3 years in each. I still have the Asain Fever. Even after a failed marriage to a great Japanese girl. Im thinking I need to retire soon, and you have really helped me think logically and realistically about this possible plan. Thanks for sharing your life with us here in UA-cam land. God bless you seem like a good man.
You guys are perfect couple God bless you both
All in All, I am happy for both of you. Hope you both can get to the US and Mae can really see what the US is really like. Looking down the road, I would expect that both of you will spend significant time in the US in the coming years not because you want to because you have to. Paul at some point will need US medical care to manage what ever illness comes his way. Mae is a solid citizen hard worker. She will be able to work in the US, get her own Medicare and Social Security entitlement and build a retirement nest egg on her own. Anything Paul gives/leaves her will be gravy. Again, I am so happy for the both of you. I know the paperwork will be done. Shortly, you can get on with the next exciting chapter in your lives. Great story, hang in there.
Thanks for sharing your story Paul. I am astonished with Baby Mae and her self sacrifice to put aside her personal dreams and wishes for what she believes is in the best interests of her Man and family. It truly is a measure of her character and beside the fact that Baby Mae isn’t exactly hard on the eyes, I can see why you fell in love with her. Finding a woman who truly love you is hard enough but finding one who loves you and believes in you is something very special. It’s obvious to me by seeing the look on your face when you look at Mae that you value her far more for these reasons than her beauty (and she is definitely a beautiful woman). I super highly respect you for that as that’s how I feel about my Filipina. You are one lucky SOB.
Thank you very much Mott
WOW!! Like this channel and others on UA-cam. Exposes me to different cultures and gives me a better understanding of people. Have been out of the United States to other countries and really enjoyed it. Been to Mexico several times with my husband. But he just likes staying home now which is fine. I like the 3 A''s Adjust, Adapt, and Accept. Hope to go to another country soon. Thanks for letting the public into your life there. Very interesting.
Our first marriage was performed by the mayor of a town outside Cagayan d'Oro. If you know the right people and pay them, you can get whatever you want printed on paper in the Philippines. I went back 6 months later and we had a Catholic Church wedding. All the clothes were rented, including my barong, and it was beautiful.
Very true get to know the barangay captain and wife also the mayor
Got married last month in Samar and my process was much easier. Wife dealt with everything in the Philippines, I just provided a few documents. No classes, able to get priority, but family close friends with the mayor 😀. Now have marriage certificate after two weeks and it normally takes 3/6 months.
Yes just for the 13A Visa, or 9A Visa for 6 months wile waiting on your 13 A Visa😉
dont say in your home country your are maried😇
I agree. Alot of ppl spend so much on the wedding day without taking into account after the wedding day. I have been married for 10 yrs this yr n l made all bouquets, headpiece, food and bought a beautiful brand new wedding dress for 120.00. Friend made a beautiful wedding cake for nothing. Got married in my church which didn't cost a cent because it's free n they aren't a money making organisation.
Fight for beauty! Congratulations - she has princess like look > best & happy wishes to you and the feoncy / fancy ✨️
Great video Paul!…you should post in your permanent overview of your website, a completed list of everything a couple would need to complete the marriage requirements…that would be a long term help to all…
It seems unreasonable to me to expect anyone to go through such hell to get married!
Good point Paul if your happy there just accept the way things are. We’ve been waiting for a clearance out of Immigration in Manila since 12/23/22. They keep saying soon. So we just do our best to be happy and trust God. Time goes by so fast do wish your life away. God bless
Congrats to you both
Congratulation Paul and May God bless and keep it comin'
It'll be alright in the end, guys. If it's not ok now, it's not the end. Bless you both.
After listening to your story I feel very fortunate. Our processing and civil marriage was in the province of Rizal on Luzon. While there were a bunch of hoops to jump through it all went fairly smoothly.
We got married in 2018 by a small town Mayor. I wasn't living here so we had to go to the US Embassy in Manila to get some kind of document. When I met my wife my visa was expiring in a few days. I got an extension so we could get aquatinted and we are both happily married now, Thanks for sharing your experience.
Nice video Paul, I like how you explained everything step by step. OMG, what a process you went through.
We got married in the US when my now wife came over on a K1 Visa, this went very smoothly and then we had to register the marriage with the Phillippines Embassy in New York City. So our marriage is registered in the Philippines as well.
I am sure you have now saved many people from making the same mistakes you and Mae made. Your channel is a treasure trove of great valid information. I am sure your paper will be coming soon, I wish I can say be patient, but things are well beyond that at this point.
Congrats on your marriage Paul and Mae cheers to an awesome life together, God Bless and enjoy life 2.0.
Congratulations!🎉
Such a process i was in stitches you must have an old fashioned stack of paper a mile high for this one ..but gotta say it just made a great video..there has to be a few extra Notorized signatures that you dont know you dont need...yet....lol😅
Some Marriages would have already failed before you finally got the Knot tied..gotta say finally got it in a frame xx
Congratulations to you both ...xx
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Love seeing the little pup pop his head up! Is there a video featuring him?
Coming soon
@@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234Yayyy 🐶❤🐶
I admire your patience and persistence. I think a saint.would struggle to cope with all that. I hope it finally gets sorted out for you both.
What a wild Rollercoaster to get married!❤❤
Salamat po for the information Paul
HEY PAUL! You found a Diamond in the rough with Baby Mae. Happy for both of you folks…👍🙏❤️.
Thanks in sharing your experience. Please post f/u final marriage paper debacle… I look forward the finality 😃
You guys are such troopers !!!!!
Wow!! I admire your patience and determination to get through the unending process of waiting to get your paperwork back. Hang in there both! There will be light at the end of the tunnel. I'm learning a lot from you both about the beaurocracy in the Philippines . Thank You , Paul for the three A's I will for sure remember those words. God Bless You Both 🙏.
Came over from Richie's channel..Subbed 👍