Maricar Reyes at Richard Poon, nagpakatotoo sa mga 'horror stories' ng single moms

• Celebrity couple Maricar Reyes and Richard Poon addressed a netizen's question on their Relationship Matters PH channel
• Maricar highlighted financial independence and self-reliance as essential signs of maturity,
• Richard emphasized that men must also be capable of providing, pointing to countless cases of single mothers left unsupported when fathers fail to provide for basic child
• Maricar also spoke on marital leadership, noting that a woman needs to consider whether she trusts her partner enough to yield control and follow his decisions in life as well

Maricar Reyes and Richard Poon did not shy away from discussing financial responsibility and the real-world demands of raising a family.

In a video uploaded to their online relationship advice channel Relationship Matters Ph, the couple tackled a viewer's question: "RM, paano po malalaman kung pwede na magpakasal po?"

Responding first from a woman's perspective, Maricar pointed out that readiness involves being able to stand on one's own feet:

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"Kaya mo bang tumayo sa sariling paa? I think that is very, very important... may maturity that comes with it. There’s a maturity that comes [with] yung kaya mong bayaran sarili mong bills, so hindi ka papasok sa marriage na isip-bata."

Richard agreed with her point before placing strong emphasis on a man's readiness to bear financial responsibility for a household and children as well:

"Importante yun, lalo na yung lalaki... Bakit? Kasi pag hindi, hindi na natin mabilang yung horror stories ng mga single mom ngayon. Hindi nagpo-provide yung lalaki sa basic needs nung baby, nung bata—matrikula, tuition, diaper."

His candid remarks underscore the ongoing conversations surrounding child support and paternal responsibility, highlighting how an unprepared partner can leave mothers to shoulder the heavy costs of raising a child alone.

Beyond financial preparedness, Maricar shared her thoughts on emotional readiness, particularly concerning leadership within marriage:

"Are you willing to submit to the leadership nung asawa mo kung babae ka?... Are you willing to trust his decisions kahit hindi ka fully agree, basta wala siyang ginagawang illegal, hindi siya gumagawa ng masama?... Are you willing to let go of that control?"

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Reiterating the core premise, Maricar asked, "Do you respect your guy that much na kaya mo siyang sundin kahit di ka agree?" with Richard affirming its importance in sustaining a strong union.

The couple's open discussion resonated with viewers, drawing nods of agreement from netizens who praised their practical, grounded perspective on what it truly takes to commit to marriage and build a stable family.

As previously reported by KAMI, Richard Poon celebrated his 13th wedding anniversary with Maricar Reyes by sharing a heartfelt social media post. Instead of organizing a grand celebration, he chose to revisit the café where they had their first date in 2009. He reflected on their long relationship, recalling special memories from their early days and expressing admiration for Maricar’s enduring beauty and character. The post highlighted their 17-year journey as a couple, from dating to marriage, and their continued strong bond.

Meanwhile, in 2024, Maricar Reyes, an actress, has stirred social media buzz after writing a meaningful message online. Previously, on her Facebook page, Maricar talked about people who make mistakes and how they learn. According to Maricar, the 'pain and shame' behind a mistake can also be the first step to being wiser. However, Maricar also mentioned that the person who committed the mistake should take accountability.

Source: KAMI.com.gh