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He became viral. As a Filipino working here in Malaysia, even before the virality, me and my friends often pass by HSBC bank to check out this elderly man's plush toys.
As one of his avid buyers, he often tells us about his life story, and even showed us photos of himself when he was younger and also the privilege of being written in one of Malaysia's papers back in his younger days for selling toys.
SAYS Philippines came to check how the Uncle is doing, outside the bank where all his plush toys are parked and sold
**The author thought there was commotion as there were almost a hundred surrounding the area. Even when other people goes, it's replaced by a bigger number of crowd who buy big bags of Pokemon toys. His Pokemon toys are almost sold!**
Recently, he made headlines after an irresponsible man ordered 250 pokemons from him, and never came to collect it, according to a report of World Of Buzz
A netizen even took to Facebook to share a heartbeaking image of Uncle David, being surrounded by piles of soft toys.
The user captioned it with:
**"Please help this uncle. An asshole ordered 250 pokemons from this uncle but never turn up to collect. Now Uncle David's hard earned money is stuck with his stock. Please share and help out this poor Uncle David."**
Uncle David was diagnosed with leukemia in March 2015. The doctor said that he only had about six months to live.
He admitted that when the doctor first broke the news to him, he felt extremely down but months have passed and Uncle David is well on the road to recovery now.
The chemotherapy sessions have been taxing for his body, so Uncle David could not afford to drive and has been relying on public transportation.
**The hardworking man would take three trains and two buses to make his way from his house in Pandan Perdana, Cheras to Damansara Utama. (Which is like Alabang to Rizal in the Philippines).**
He used to walk around everywhere in Klang Valley, from Subang to Sri Hartamas to Paramount Garden until he was offered to sell the toys in front of HSBC due to his health condition that makes it difficult for him to walk for long periods of time.
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" I am very grateful that many came to help. I almost thought I would lose my capital, but then I am surprised that many people came to buy my toys. I am really happy and no words can explain what I feel right now," says Uncle David.
He also talked about his Filipina wife and his child who is now studying abroad. "It was very painful when she left and went back to Cebu. I had cancer, and I have to be worry-free as much as possible. But I really miss my son… I want to see my son. He's going to college now, and was given a scholarship in the US. He's very smart."
Uncle David also shared how people often wonder why he sells these quality toys for a cheap price. "People often ask me why I sell these toys at such a cheap price. I have been doing this for so many years, this is a big 'thank you' for those who have been supporting me. This is an income for me but at the same time, this gives people the opportunity to buy them (the toys) cheap."
"Everybody must work hard, be honest and have [high] moral. Whether you are selling things, a taxi driver, or a reporter, it's about honest living," he said.
He has been selling toys for 15 years… Uncle David managed to pull through and have enough to treat his condition while supporting his son's studies. **Though he is heavy-hearted to be separated temporarily with his son, he is glad that his beloved son has the opportunity to study engineering in the US under a scholarship.**
**He's also optimistic that he will be fully well again as he undergoes his final chemotherapy session.**
