When I was in the Philippines, I used to give half of my salary to my parents (for phone bills, internet, and other things that they can use it for). A few months after I came here, Keith and I used to send them at least £100 monthly..but then money became so tight for both of us here (after the wedding, visa fees, etc.) so had to stop sending..but once I get my visa and have a work, I would send money again about the same amount, not because they ask for it, but because we want to lessen their burden in any way..My siblings all have work and earning enough (and they give what they can to my parents). But my parents have mortgages there too. As their daughter, it's the only thing I can do to be grateful for all the things they did for me and my siblings.