It happened with Kalani and Asuelu. It was mentioned to Danielle when Yohan wanted to move to the U.S. Now, it’s Manuel demanding it from Ashley.
I understand that it’s a cultural thing, but why do parents want to put this kind of stress on their children? I feel like it’s a tradition that’s been passed down and since they did it for their parents, it is just expected. Even just a grace period to help them get on their feet before they start sending $200 or $300 a month could alleviate the stress.
I’m from Canada and it’s extremely financially hard here, I couldn’t imagine sending money to anyone every month. I don’t know exactly how it is in the U.S., but I would think $300 is still a lot for anyone to send monthly. Not to mention, these people only have one source of income since the person coming can’t legally work until they get their green card. I know that it’s really a lack of communication on their end, but it really seems that the family is demanding as well, like it is incredibly toxic. Is this a normal thing or is it just exaggerated for T.V.?
It is clearly cultural and also the arrangement Manuel had with his family back in Ecuador. HOWEVER, he did not communicate this expectation beforehand, and MOREOVER, takes great offense to her financial priorities. He clearly would rather be sending more of her money to his family, which would make me hella uncomfortable if I were Ashley! I’d say the culture and ego divide between these two is too great.
That said, it feels awfully shady to me when people prioritize sending money to their family back home right away. It feels like “that was the plan all along.”
That’s exactly what Pedro did. He made his awful family his top priority, despite his mother being a lawyer that lived in a really nice place. I would’ve been pissed to be Chantal too.
When you get married, your wife should be top priority. I understand child support, but he’s been hella secretive and dismissive this whole time. Still trying to keep his family “private”. Shady as fuck.