We have had the privilege of adopting from Taiwan 3 times. It is an amazing program that is focused on the children and their needs. Our priority here in the US should reflect Taiwan’s child centric mindset and put the children’s needs first. One of the greatest strengths of the Taiwan adoption program is their commitment to helping the children prepare for their new family and to start the bonding process even before the family travels to take custody by having numerous Skype sessions after the official match happens (among other things). Because of this, the children have now experienced a second traumatic loss and deserve for all of us to be on their side rooting and praying for the best outcome for them both together as siblings.
At this moment I cant financially help, I just had to pay the last chunk into my own kiddos adoptions finalization (ouch) but one thing I can do is pray, stand in total faith and rebuke the things standing in their way. I claim this family, and the doors closed to be opened and the open doors keeping these babies from coming home, I pray God hand will close them. These siblings being together is absolute proof GOD has orchestrated and ordained this family. In Jesus Name, I claim this family, a quick resolution and this Momma and Daddy to have their babies home fast in Jesus Name. Love and orayers from NC
I feel sorry for the disruption this has brought to these children’s lives. I pray they will be always able to have each other as siblings through all of this. Whatever the reasons were that the visas were revoked, these children were hurt in the process. That is absolutely unacceptable and I cannot condone the choices that brought that on.
To add, having adopted internationally three times and being a part of the community for eight years, I have never heard of visas being revoked except in extreme circumstances where a status has changed or a concern has been brought forward.
Ashley this is Scott Smith, I’ve been watching you and Stan for years. My father was adopted. I’m 64 years old, and snail mail is the only thing I trust. Send me your address, and I will send a cashiers check for 50.00 dollars. Tell me exactly how you want it made out. Tell Mika Ella and Izzy I said, we love them. Thank God for people like you and Stan.
Wow trying to come to America legally having all the paperwork done but all these other illegal immigrants coming through the boarder down south with no issues from the government. I feel so sorry for them and those sweet children.
Yes, Ellen. Our system is completely broken. We live in the Houston area and are overrun with illegal immigrants and absolutely no one is doing anything about. This story is outrageous.
I would hope that the families US based Adoption agency is assisting! Clarity around the VISA entry would have been a process that should have been thoroughly explored especially through the meeting of the Hague Convention for a legal adoption pathway and the returning country legislation. One would also hope one of the parents returns soon (or would have made the decision to remain with children) to be with their adopted children.
There was zero confusion on the legalities surrounding visas. There was no way financially or physically that one of the parents could have stayed there in Tawaiin, unfortunately. Rest assured, Sara and Josh are fighting like hell and endlessly to get their children home.
My heart goes out to this young family. I have donated via PayPal, but the exchange rate from Australian to US Dollars is not great. Trusting that the Lord will touch many hearts to make a contribution and that He will do mighty things to bring these children home. With much love from Australia 🇦🇺, Pam 💕
I'm praying for Sarah, Josh, Abby, and Sam. What is the name of Sarah's TH-cam channel? I searched for it but was unable to find it. You said in a response below that Sarah would be making a video on her TH-cam channel soon. Even if she hasn't made one about this situation, I would still like to see her channel. Her family is so precious.
I’ve adopted 11 kids and in the process for the first time at 81 to adopt through The Hague process (ouch!) and please tell this wonderful couple that it’s all because of all this kidnapping that the process has gotten so challenging. I’d like to help. Zelle or Venmo, please.
I wish you the best Sarah and Josh. However, using the R word to describe your son is unacceptable. You guys were not stranded, you were refusing to bring him home. That’s on you.
Have you spoken to Sarah directly? Have you spoken to either one of them to know the Full facts OR are you just hearing rumors from others? You clearly don’t wish them the best. You clearly just wanted to say what you wanted to say.
Ashley, if you like the actual conversation I would love to pass it along to you. I when I see things that are unethical. I will advocate. But also deleting peoples comments who have massive concerns about this situation is not okay.
McPartland, yes girl. You certainly can pass it along to me if you’d like. Looks as though you blocked me on Facebook, because earlier in the evening, I found you on FB, and now I can not. However, if you’d like my email- then I can send it to you. Until then, this conversation has come to end on this thread. Thanks!
Part of his diagnosis that was given to him from Tawaiin doctors is mental retardation. Sarah and Josh have never called their son "retarded" in an insulting derogatory demeanor. It's really disgusting that SOCIETY has taken a medical diagnosis and turned it into slang. If you know anything about WHO Josh and Sarah are--then you would know that they have never used that slang to describe anyone. Once he gets home, Josh and Sarah will get him to every doctor they can to get a clear understanding of exactly Sam's challenges. As we all know, the medical reports of many orphans are incorrect. Sam will THRIVE in Josh and Sarah's home. ;)
I feel sad for you. The fact that you can watch the whole video and WHY I offered to help ease financial strain for this sweet family is so sad. A family CHOOSES to invest in an orphan’s life and you think that means they deserve any hardships that may arise is also despicable of you. Refrain from commenting any further unlesss you have something kind to say.
I agree with this comment. If you choose this line of adoption,then you must ensure you have the finances to fund it . Ashley this comment is not meant to be negative or mean,it's just a reality. You can't be asking people for money to support your family choices.
NO, it's not a reality. The reality is that you clearly do not support those who are making a LIFE LONG difference in a child's life , for that, I pity you. If seeking out financial support for a family in need is so wrong, then tell me why SO many AMAZING, KIND, GENEROUS people have donated $5,000 so far? You see, Sarah and Josh did NOT ask anyone for money in this video. This was MY idea, and it was my idea for the reasons as explained in the video. If you do not want to support fellow man-kind, then that is your choice. But please do NOT tell me what I can or can't do in efforts to support those who are facing hardships. Period. You might just want to go ahead and not watch any of my future videos on this channel, because this won't be the last time that I seek out to help others, and I would not want it to ruffle your feathers.
It is your choice to watch, but if you think what I’m doing is wrong- then why support my channel? If you don’t care to give to others, then I’m truly ok with that. Not everyone can give it even wants to give. However, don’t leave comments saying what I’m doing is wrong. Move on elsewhere or just be a supportive viewer by not criticizing.
The USA government is "misunderstanding" the situation?....maybe there is a good reason. This couple maybe dodging a bullet. I feel sorry for this couple and the children..They are being set up for chaos. sending prayers... how will money solve the problem? again sending prayers for better communication between the countries. ❤💚 I trust the USA government rejected for a good reason.
Oh geez. Please remember, I didn’t give every detail and if you 100% trust ANY government entity, then that’s foolish. As far as what’s the money going to do to help- I clearly stated why the money woukd help.
We need people to adopt the children here in America that are lost and need help. I would gladly contribute to that. As said as this story is....please adopt here in America!
What does it matter an orphan's geographical location? Are children in America of more value than in other countries? The simple fact is, if a child is in need of a family then someone step up NO MATTER their geographical location. I agree, that there are children in America who need a family. However, I am not sure if you realize just how ignorant your statement and proposal is. Instead how about this mindset-- "I will support any family who chooses ADOPTION."
@@TheFeltsFamily Well, I would say I am NOT ignorant but Pro-America. I try hard to buy products made in America, shop small businesses, buy produce and meat from local farmers, and shop at the Farmers Market. Support America is all I am saying. And like YOU said if a child is in need of a family someone should step up and help.
Bring Pro-America is great but we aren’t talking about meat, products, produce etc. We are talking about HUMAN LIFE. America or not- every child deserves a family to fight for them no matter their geographical location.
Foreigners rarely adopt their own orphans in their own country, much less America. I am not sure what that has to do with the topic of conversation at hand. Lori, I would advise that you not speak on what SHOULD or SHOULD NOT BE done if you are in fact doing nothing to help the orphan crisis.
We have had the privilege of adopting from Taiwan 3 times. It is an amazing program that is focused on the children and their needs. Our priority here in the US should reflect Taiwan’s child centric mindset and put the children’s needs first.
One of the greatest strengths of the Taiwan adoption program is their commitment to helping the children prepare for their new family and to start the bonding process even before the family travels to take custody by having numerous Skype sessions after the official match happens (among other things). Because of this, the children have now experienced a second traumatic loss and deserve for all of us to be on their side rooting and praying for the best outcome for them both together as siblings.
I’m praying this is sorted for them soon.
I am praying that this gets solved very soon and hearts can be reunited very quickly and peacefully without much stress.
At this moment I cant financially help, I just had to pay the last chunk into my own kiddos adoptions finalization (ouch) but one thing I can do is pray, stand in total faith and rebuke the things standing in their way. I claim this family, and the doors closed to be opened and the open doors keeping these babies from coming home, I pray God hand will close them. These siblings being together is absolute proof GOD has orchestrated and ordained this family.
In Jesus Name, I claim this family, a quick resolution and this Momma and Daddy to have their babies home fast in Jesus Name.
Love and orayers from NC
Yes! Thank you so much for your prayers! Congrats on finalizing your adoptions! ❤️
I feel sorry for the disruption this has brought to these children’s lives. I pray they will be always able to have each other as siblings through all of this. Whatever the reasons were that the visas were revoked, these children were hurt in the process. That is absolutely unacceptable and I cannot condone the choices that brought that on.
To add, having adopted internationally three times and being a part of the community for eight years, I have never heard of visas being revoked except in extreme circumstances where a status has changed or a concern has been brought forward.
praying for this sweet family
Oh my This is so sad hope it all gets resolved 🙏💜😘
Any update on this previous Family getting home and back together ~ ❤ I Pray those dear children will be home soon ❤
They are still appealing the decision. USCIS DRAGS THEIR FEET. So frustrating. But the children are being taken care of in Tawaiin.
Ashley this is Scott Smith, I’ve been watching you and Stan for years. My father was adopted. I’m 64 years old, and snail mail is the only thing I trust. Send me your address, and I will send a cashiers check for 50.00 dollars. Tell me exactly how you want it made out. Tell Mika Ella and Izzy I said, we love them. Thank God for people like you and Stan.
If allowed, please share updates of when these precious little ones are coming home.
I certainly will!
Are there any updates? Hopefully they're going back to Taiwan soon to get their kids.
Ashley please don’t give your address out, set up a PO Box please, not everybody is as nice as you guys are
What happened with this situation? I'd love an update!
The kids have been home since Christmas and doing AMAZING!! ❤️❤️
Wow trying to come to America legally having all the paperwork done but all these other illegal immigrants coming through the boarder down south with no issues from the government. I feel so sorry for them and those sweet children.
Yes, Ellen. Our system is completely broken. We live in the Houston area and are overrun with illegal immigrants and absolutely no one is doing anything about. This story is outrageous.
Please do not confuse adoption with immigration.
Sending prayers and a small contribution. ❤
Thank you so so much!!!
I’m wanting to pay pal some money, but I can’t find the information.
You can put in my email: afelts6@hotmail.com
Listed under James felts.
I would hope that the families US based Adoption agency is assisting! Clarity around the VISA entry would have been a process that should have been thoroughly explored especially through the meeting of the Hague Convention for a legal adoption pathway and the returning country legislation. One would also hope one of the parents returns soon (or would have made the decision to remain with children) to be with their adopted children.
There was zero confusion on the legalities surrounding visas. There was no way financially or physically that one of the parents could have stayed there in Tawaiin, unfortunately. Rest assured, Sara and Josh are fighting like hell and endlessly to get their children home.
Happy to help!
Thank you!!
My heart goes out to this young family. I have donated via PayPal, but the exchange rate from Australian to US Dollars is not great. Trusting that the Lord will touch many hearts to make a contribution and that He will do mighty things to bring these children home. With much love from Australia 🇦🇺, Pam 💕
Thank you so much!!!
Praying...
Have they contacted their state senator or congressman in Wash DC. They can intercede for them
Yes Mam!
The kids were cute
I'm praying for Sarah, Josh, Abby, and Sam. What is the name of Sarah's TH-cam channel? I searched for it but was unable to find it. You said in a response below that Sarah would be making a video on her TH-cam channel soon. Even if she hasn't made one about this situation, I would still like to see her channel. Her family is so precious.
Sure thing! The name of it is "and the adventure continues"
@@TheFeltsFamily Thank you! Bless you!
@@TheFeltsFamily I just watched some of Sarah and Josh's videos. They are such a sweet family!
I’ve adopted 11 kids and in the process for the first time at 81 to adopt through The Hague process (ouch!) and please tell this wonderful couple that it’s all because of all this kidnapping that the process has gotten so challenging. I’d like to help. Zelle or Venmo, please.
Thanks!! Venmo is at feltsfamily. ❤️❤️
Praying for this family. This is infuriating for so many reasons I won’t list.
Please ask the questions to understand the full story before becoming infuriated.
@@briannaeastwood6585 what's the full story?
@@midwestgirl6162 it’s not mine to tell. But there is one
@@briannaeastwood6585 as an adoptive parent x 12, I’ll side with this family, thank you.
Brianna Eastwood- do YOU know the FULL story by personally speaking with Josh and Sarah? Or just rumors from others? I’m guessing the latter.
Is the adoption agency not responsible for this? They pay a lot of money to this agency to arrange the logistics?
No, not necessarily.
Did their adoption agency go thru Holt International? If so, shouldn't they be trying to help?
No, it’s not through Holt.
The adoption agency shares the children’s files and the information they are given with the family.
I wish you the best Sarah and Josh.
However, using the R word to describe your son is unacceptable.
You guys were not stranded, you were refusing to bring him home. That’s on you.
Have you spoken to Sarah directly? Have you spoken to either one of them to know the Full facts OR are you just hearing rumors from others? You clearly don’t wish them the best. You clearly just wanted to say what you wanted to say.
Yep! I sure have 👍🏽
Ashley, if you like the actual conversation I would love to pass it along to you. I when I see things that are unethical. I will advocate. But also deleting peoples comments who have massive concerns about this situation is not okay.
McPartland, yes girl. You certainly can pass it along to me if you’d like. Looks as though you blocked me on Facebook, because earlier in the evening, I found you on FB, and now I can not. However, if you’d like my email- then I can send it to you. Until then, this conversation has come to end on this thread. Thanks!
I'm trying to pay via Venmo, but need last 4 digits of a phone number
9121
I would have loved to hear directly from Josh & Sarah. They have so many praying for them. Thank you for sharing on their behalf, though.
She said she’ll make a video on her TH-cam channel soon!
How is this situation going?
Call their Congressman he will help
They have. 👍🏻
Your Facebook link seems to be for a different Ashley Felts?
Not sure how that happened, but it is fixed now. Thanks so much!
Did they use the R word to describe their son?
Part of his diagnosis that was given to him from Tawaiin doctors is mental retardation. Sarah and Josh have never called their son "retarded" in an insulting derogatory demeanor. It's really disgusting that SOCIETY has taken a medical diagnosis and turned it into slang. If you know anything about WHO Josh and Sarah are--then you would know that they have never used that slang to describe anyone. Once he gets home, Josh and Sarah will get him to every doctor they can to get a clear understanding of exactly Sam's challenges. As we all know, the medical reports of many orphans are incorrect. Sam will THRIVE in Josh and Sarah's home. ;)
Hi I would like to send something in the mail for them.
Great! Are you on Facebook? If so, can you message me there? Thanks!
@@TheFeltsFamily yes i am
Ok, message me over there please!
That was their choice to adopt those children and they shouldn’t expect to have other people pay for their choices.
I feel sad for you. The fact that you can watch the whole video and WHY I offered to help ease financial strain for this sweet family is so sad. A family CHOOSES to invest in an orphan’s life and you think that means they deserve any hardships that may arise is also despicable of you. Refrain from commenting any further unlesss you have something kind to say.
I agree with this comment. If you choose this line of adoption,then you must ensure you have the finances to fund it .
Ashley this comment is not meant to be negative or mean,it's just a reality.
You can't be asking people for money to support your family choices.
NO, it's not a reality. The reality is that you clearly do not support those who are making a LIFE LONG difference in a child's life , for that, I pity you. If seeking out financial support for a family in need is so wrong, then tell me why SO many AMAZING, KIND, GENEROUS people have donated $5,000 so far? You see, Sarah and Josh did NOT ask anyone for money in this video. This was MY idea, and it was my idea for the reasons as explained in the video. If you do not want to support fellow man-kind, then that is your choice. But please do NOT tell me what I can or can't do in efforts to support those who are facing hardships. Period. You might just want to go ahead and not watch any of my future videos on this channel, because this won't be the last time that I seek out to help others, and I would not want it to ruffle your feathers.
Ashley,my feathers aren't ruffled in the slightest,but yours are.
Also what I choose to watch on the internet is my choice.
It is your choice to watch, but if you think what I’m doing is wrong- then why support my channel? If you don’t care to give to others, then I’m truly ok with that. Not everyone can give it even wants to give. However, don’t leave comments saying what I’m doing is wrong. Move on elsewhere or just be a supportive viewer by not criticizing.
The USA government is "misunderstanding" the situation?....maybe there is a good reason. This couple maybe dodging a bullet. I feel sorry for this couple and the children..They are being set up for chaos. sending prayers... how will money solve the problem? again sending prayers for better communication between the countries. ❤💚 I trust the USA government rejected for a good reason.
Oh geez. Please remember, I didn’t give every detail and if you 100% trust ANY government entity, then that’s foolish. As far as what’s the money going to do to help- I clearly stated why the money woukd help.
@@TheFeltsFamilypay no attention to bitter people! I am praying for the entire situation ❤️
So they still get the kids
We need people to adopt the children here in America that are lost and need help. I would gladly contribute to that. As said as this story is....please adopt here in America!
What does it matter an orphan's geographical location? Are children in America of more value than in other countries? The simple fact is, if a child is in need of a family then someone step up NO MATTER their geographical location. I agree, that there are children in America who need a family. However, I am not sure if you realize just how ignorant your statement and proposal is. Instead how about this mindset-- "I will support any family who chooses ADOPTION."
@@TheFeltsFamily Well, I would say I am NOT ignorant but Pro-America. I try hard to buy products made in America, shop small businesses, buy produce and meat from local farmers, and shop at the Farmers Market. Support America is all I am saying. And like YOU said if a child is in need of a family someone should step up and help.
Bring Pro-America is great but we aren’t talking about meat, products, produce etc. We are talking about HUMAN LIFE. America or not- every child deserves a family to fight for them no matter their geographical location.
@@TheFeltsFamily and all I am saying is to help American Children first! How many foreign parents are allowed to adopt American Children?
Foreigners rarely adopt their own orphans in their own country, much less America. I am not sure what that has to do with the topic of conversation at hand. Lori, I would advise that you not speak on what SHOULD or SHOULD NOT BE done if you are in fact doing nothing to help the orphan crisis.