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 applies to all children. The one most capable/well off is expected to help everyone. It doesn’t stop at parents either. Cousins, uncles, aunts, all expect help too. If you don’t give them money, you’re evil and selfish (ahem…Yohan). Also, what you do give them is never enough. I had a cousin ask me for $250 super casually because she claimed someone put a hex on her 2 year old and she needed to get the hex removed by a witch doctor (this really happened to me). I got so tired of it. I cut them all off. My family is from the Dominican Republic.