Family of 13 NYC ❤️🗽 Lunch & Back to School Shopping Target Haul

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  • @NormaDelRizzo
    @NormaDelRizzo 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Warms my heart to see the bigger kids taking care of the little ones. Especially the boys with their baby Netta. I think that develops such great character in all of them. All your children are just beautiful! I see Melody and my heart just melts.Precious precious kids! Blessings from Canada!

  • @sergiovisitelemonde
    @sergiovisitelemonde 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +51

    Neta is so fortunate to have brothers and sisters doting on her, carrying her around, and showing her love and attention!

    • @alohr3491
      @alohr3491 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Good thing the kids are willing to carry her because the parents refuse to put her in a stroller

    • @mustlovedogs5569
      @mustlovedogs5569 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Sometimes I find myself cringing when the middle kids are carrying her around the streets and crossing roads and doing stairs etc. very easy to trip and fall on accidentally drop a floppy weight

    • @amyrivers4093
      @amyrivers4093 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@alohr3491Just because they normally wear Mo and Neta doesn't mean they refuse to use a stroller. They do what works the best for them just like everyone else so there is no need to judge how they do things. If you don't like that watch something else.

  • @janicewhite8076
    @janicewhite8076 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Noah truly has a beautiful heart. So loving

  • @dorisspecial3619
    @dorisspecial3619 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    ❤ I just love watching a family work together do well! Always looking out for each other!

  • @robynettes1892
    @robynettes1892 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    What a beautiful family. I love how they all support each other and always help each other out. They share such a close bond.

  • @LeeAnna-
    @LeeAnna- 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your kids are such good kind sweet kids!!! I'm just blown away how happy kind and loving they all are

  • @kathleengreen9660
    @kathleengreen9660 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    So glad to hear that the older children finally got to go visit their grandparents. Melody’s new dress looks so adorable and beautiful. She loves it so much. I love how your children love and take care of each other. They have such wonderful parents and it shows. God bless your family❤

  • @melaniebrummett9926
    @melaniebrummett9926 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Moe saying Chicken and Rice was the cutest thing ever!😊

  • @lesliesheppard6112
    @lesliesheppard6112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love that you let them each pick their own art activity.

  • @jeanneharrington4606
    @jeanneharrington4606 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    All your children have beautiful hair, but Chloe’s braids are super pretty and so perfect! Nice family outing ❤

  • @angelamiller4164
    @angelamiller4164 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Every video is so uplifting. Your family puts a smile on my face. Never get tired of watching your videos. Hope you have a wonderful blessed day.

  • @michellewilson4815
    @michellewilson4815 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Another great video. Back to school shopping 🛒🛍️ is so much fun and the kids all seemed to have a great time.
    Amber and Marc your such great parents.

  • @Magazinelady
    @Magazinelady 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Good to see Pearl at home! The orange chicken at Panda Express made me a bit hungry. Everything looked delicious. I am in my 60s and I always feel compelled to buy a new notebook. I will not do it this year, because I really don't need one. LOL! All of the children are so well behaved, even when looking at the toys. I enjoy watching all of your outings.

  • @caroldenisefrans9445
    @caroldenisefrans9445 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Marc & Amber and family thank you for allowing us to enjoy your after church on Sundays videos!
    They are always so enjoyable!
    Great family!
    Great parents!
    God bless you all!🎉🎉🎉

  • @KerriBrennan-lx9hv
    @KerriBrennan-lx9hv 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Watching your big boys love on Netta is beautiful. The girls too!

  • @lucindasutt7365
    @lucindasutt7365 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    A beautiful Sunday out and about. New school supplies, always fun. Everyone looked happy and healthy today. Thanks for sharing.

  • @debbyshowalter6193
    @debbyshowalter6193 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Y’all have the best kids so nice and respectful ! Great family 👍🏻👏🏻😍

  • @bettysantos3600
    @bettysantos3600 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    what a beautiful and amazing family. ❤❤

    • @Janlnz
      @Janlnz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      what a beautiful and amazing city New York is.

  • @Melissaiskind
    @Melissaiskind 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Your children are beautiful and so kind❤

  • @erin_ching
    @erin_ching 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love your Sunday tradition. Going to church and going on an adventure of nice food and places after. ❤❤

  • @adenagoldston2675
    @adenagoldston2675 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Glad to hear that the older kids finally got to San Diego! Love to your family and safe journey home for the big kiddos!

  • @nancykaufman1645
    @nancykaufman1645 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great to see your all back together ❤️

  • @michellealder5051
    @michellealder5051 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    L9ve ur Beautiful Family , everyone looks after each other 🥰🥰🇬🇧🇬🇧

  • @cynthiawilliamson5905
    @cynthiawilliamson5905 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Those meals are expensive but they do look delicious and I’m sure you’ll be bringing a lot back!😮 good to see Pearl I have missed her!❤

  • @ellyne3863
    @ellyne3863 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Now I want to go to Panda Express for lunch tomorrow; that looks so good!!

  • @SAPlaysRoblox
    @SAPlaysRoblox 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I soo love panda 🐼 express we 3 bigger plates for me my mom and my brother hope you have a fun and wonderful and on all of your first day of school I love fried rice orange chicken and trk chicken and 2 veggie rolls lots of hugs to you all sweet dearest friends The Happy Caravan love you all 😊❤

  • @TrudieHagen
    @TrudieHagen 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    What a day! Your kids picked well. Good job.

  • @DonnaGarcia-s9t
    @DonnaGarcia-s9t 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    There are so many critical people on here. She has 11 kids I think she knows what works best for her family. Amber and Marc you two are doing a great job!

  • @christieostler
    @christieostler 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Love your family outings ❤

  • @jamiesnyder5129
    @jamiesnyder5129 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love your videos ❤️👏 Thank you for sharing them with us 🙏

  • @AbbDabb
    @AbbDabb 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I don’t know how you do it without a stroller of some sort or bags…..especially in NYC. Melody reminds me of Punky Brewster💜I like her dresses and sneakers

  • @debbiebousquet5677
    @debbiebousquet5677 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Hello 🎉 little Netta is growing so fast . An Mo with his Spidey. He is so happy ❤. An ur older boys look alike handsome. ❤

  • @knottyhead007
    @knottyhead007 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yeah Pearl is back !!!! Everyone carries Neta so nice 👍🏾

  • @donnalaplante6589
    @donnalaplante6589 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    ❤ Mo Mo is getting so big😊

  • @christyhoehn8244
    @christyhoehn8244 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I loved living in NYC by myself in the 60’s….. I thought it had mostly been destroyed by riots and homelessness but it looks pretty nice in your shots.

  • @pattycat923
    @pattycat923 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I always loved back to school shopping

  • @user-qd2wd7ns9uAnnie
    @user-qd2wd7ns9uAnnie 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    How beautiful is the Caravan Family, so kind , loving, well-mannered just to name a few.. I was wondering do the children to school work on line ? Lovely to see them picking out craft... Happy week most wonderful family ..God bless.. 🙏

  • @birdiejones8800
    @birdiejones8800 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    God bless you all I'm so happy to see you all that's my favorite place I was just talking about going to Pander Express Beautiful family 💓

  • @debcokinis
    @debcokinis 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a wonderful family and you always make my day! 🎉❤

  •  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Good timing for those Target bargains! 😊

  • @naomihartman6623
    @naomihartman6623 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow that was so sweet Noah putting his hat on for neta mo is just one excited boy when it comes to Spider-Man and wants to learn looks like they had so much fun at target and. The 3 young girls doing their crafts Enoch looks like he likes to take his time with the dinosaur

  • @jessestewart169
    @jessestewart169 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Handsome moe is the star of the show.

  • @SadieGrace
    @SadieGrace 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It all sounds like you are enjoying 😋 ❤ 😊 Love this food😊

  • @MargaretKearns-r1n
    @MargaretKearns-r1n 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Amber i think the family.love when you go shopping with them sorry mark the do like when you do shopping😂 miss melondy dress beautiful no spider man fab delighted they got to see granma and grandad food looke good ❤to all ☘️☘️☘️🙏

  • @knottyhead007
    @knottyhead007 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The kids finally made it to San Diego I hope 🤞🏾they shot some B roll 🎉

  • @Lc2good4u
    @Lc2good4u 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @maritkristianehauganwick7721
    @maritkristianehauganwick7721 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

  • @bevmacmillan7079
    @bevmacmillan7079 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I always wondered what New York looked like. Love your videos

  • @lisahakes3761
    @lisahakes3761 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Ha! Marc mentioned the Smurf figures! I loved them and still have mine. 😀

  • @angelahandy4119
    @angelahandy4119 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Panda express looked delicious 😊melodys dress was cute 😍 netas outfit was adorable 😊

  • @donnalaplante6589
    @donnalaplante6589 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ❤ fun shopping 🛍️

  • @audreyannelanfranchi6642
    @audreyannelanfranchi6642 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I believe that you were saying lo mein as chow mein. No big deal. I just noticed it. You guys do great with these videos! I’m not that talented in this area… so I give you so much credit

  • @KimTee-cj1gr
    @KimTee-cj1gr 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I loved this! Made my day better! Panda Express is my fave I get chowmein mushroom chicken, broccoli beef and Kung pao chicken bowls alternate between those! The bowls are so filling! Thank you for sharing your back to school! ❤❤❤7:02

  • @nayanpanchal39
    @nayanpanchal39 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great video amber

  • @Summersaz
    @Summersaz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mm that panda express place looks great. I wish we had one in Northern Ireland! The kids meals are massive and it's all so affordable too! ❤

  • @CodeDeb
    @CodeDeb 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    13:44 Noah’s back is hurting from carrying the baby. 😓 Pleeease get a double stroller and put those two small children in it, so your other children don’t have to carry them around!
    And people in New York use strollers on the subway every day. Even with the stairs 👍

    • @Skatejock21
      @Skatejock21 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      Yea, I agree. I have always questioned on this channel why they dont use a stroller. Especially when its not their first child. After that many kids, one would think they'd be well versed on that. Strollers are used outside NY as well. As important as it can be sometimes for kids to help out with little kids. Mom and dad should be the ones carrying the little ones. Unless its like "hey hold this kid while i put the lid on the left overs" or "hold the kid while i open the stroller". Then of course if the kid wants to hold the child, sure. But thats a long walk for a kid to be carrying a baby. In this video in particular. I would want to add to your comment in terms of having something that rolls. Im not sure why they dont have a carrier of a sort rather than carrying all the bags. I dont live in the US and outside the US, we know what we would need to live in NYC. Always have something that rolls to carry you things.

    • @CodeDeb
      @CodeDeb 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@Skatejock21A lot of people in NYC do use those rolling upright carts for shopping. I know I would!

    • @KathyGendron-dr1rj
      @KathyGendron-dr1rj 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      I have been saying for a long time that they jeopardize the safety of the young children over and over. How often do we see Amber carrying the small one's? How difficult would it be to use a stroller?

    • @rajimac
      @rajimac 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      But why does it bother you if it works for and suits this family. Sure strollers are handy and sometimes I feel the children should not have to carry the baby on a busy street. But I also know that babies prefer to be carried. And they are up away from the car fumes if they are being held. Babies were carried for millennia all over the world, strollers are a newer concept and not everybody likes them. You can use what suits you and they can do what suits them.

    • @nicolelaw9872
      @nicolelaw9872 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not all babies like stroller or a car seat. Some babies temperament and personality make them not like stroller or a car seat. Plus some babies are more fussy when them are put into stroller or a car seat.

  • @dolivier
    @dolivier 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hi! Happy Caravan ❤ its Diane From Rhode Island, you are the cutest family. Very impressed with Netta's chopstick skills. Wishing all an amazing school year. ❤ 😊

  • @kristinamateo4389
    @kristinamateo4389 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    God bless🎉

  • @bolteroo
    @bolteroo 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Happy Caravan should do a collaboration with the Quiner Sisters!

  • @emyreotutar3187
    @emyreotutar3187 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Mo is so so cute😊

  • @jasmiinelim
    @jasmiinelim 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    the orange chicken and walnut shrimp at panda is elite!! fyi they sell a family meal for $35. it feeds like 4-5 people to save $$ :) yum

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Oh that’s good to know!

  • @melaniebrummett9926
    @melaniebrummett9926 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I remember them days getting school supplies, it was expensive just for 2 kids! My kids are grown now. I can't even imagine how expensive it is for you'll to get supplies.

  • @hannahwhitson7130
    @hannahwhitson7130 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I absolutely love watching your family I cannot believe little Melody is already in kindergarten when did that happen

  • @robynfedalen1777
    @robynfedalen1777 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The kids are all so nice. Glad the big kids finally were able to visit grandma and grandpa in San Diego. (They sure had an adventure running around the airport in Newark!). I don’t know where I got the idea that your kids are homeschooled 🤷‍♀️ Are they? (I get my information so turned around sometimes 🤣). Love your videos and your family. ❤️✌🏻

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes! They are homeschooled!☺️

  • @rhondamckinley4373
    @rhondamckinley4373 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you 😊

  • @arianac1408
    @arianac1408 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Now I’m craving panda express 😅

  • @peggycarnes-s8q
    @peggycarnes-s8q 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I could not stand all the chaos living there. I'll stick to the country

  • @PatriziaFederici
    @PatriziaFederici 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Buongiorno famiglia ❤ how you all doing? So good to see you all 🫶🫶🫶🫶

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Buongiorino!👋🥰❤️

  • @mustlovedogs5569
    @mustlovedogs5569 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Where do the kids sit to do homeschool? Kitchen table and benches? Should get some comfy cushions to sit on bench seats

  • @dorianorenda3087
    @dorianorenda3087 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Please people, be patient and kind with another's choices. Maybe they prefer holding her to a stroller. It's their business if they use a stroller or not. The little ones will be too big to be carried all too soon. Let them have the memory of carrying and holding their loved children. No one looks as though they are injured by carrying her. Looks to me like they enjoy carrying her and Neta certainly loves it. She's seeing the world around her, not confined by a stroller, safe in the arms of her family. They are happy and loved Please stop criticizing what, how, when, where, why they do their lives and choices. They will do what they think is best. I think they have this parenthood thing down pretty well after eleven sweet blessings !

    • @BeaxhBijoux1990
      @BeaxhBijoux1990 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Are you their PR? This seems rehearsed and unrealistic

    • @dorianorenda3087
      @dorianorenda3087 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@BeaxhBijoux1990 Not officially, but I wouldn't mind the job. It's my own opinion, my own words and thoughts.

  • @kelliepineda9822
    @kelliepineda9822 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm glad they ask before getting my kuds did too. we have 8. I see so many kids get stuff n think why n why so random n what's that have to do with school

  • @Babybl86
    @Babybl86 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awwww back to school is so exciting for kids 😃😃 best wishes from Ireland to Elijah for college.. Big milestone ❤ is Josiah still studying law?how is he doing with it?

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Aw thank you! Josiah is studying for the lsat and is going to apply to law schools. He has one more year of undergrad at Manhattan School of Music.

  • @rayrei8620
    @rayrei8620 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Just wondering why you guys don't put her in a stroller? I'm not hating just a genuine question.

  • @kelliepineda9822
    @kelliepineda9822 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    yes everytime u guys get a treat I always say how much is that I wonder lol I never eat at McDonald's but we had 2 grands n my hubby said let's go to mickey ds so we did 4 of us n over $50.00usd I was shocked. but so curious to know cause new York I'm sure way mire then not ny

    • @BeaxhBijoux1990
      @BeaxhBijoux1990 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s pretty cheap for 4 people

  • @TW-kx6dl
    @TW-kx6dl 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Oooh watch babies head she’s still Wobblies note to kids carrying her

  • @JessicaZeitler
    @JessicaZeitler 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Love your videos they are so nice

  • @janellejordan9451
    @janellejordan9451 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My brother had a game like shoot to the moon when we was younger back in the 1970's. It was fun but a little hard to st too the last hole.

  • @Gypsyheart30
    @Gypsyheart30 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Do your kids go to charter school? Loved this vlog ❤❤

  • @Linda-in9ns
    @Linda-in9ns 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Hello 👋🇺🇸🗽❤

  • @sherrypuckett6686
    @sherrypuckett6686 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    May i ask why u dont use a stroller.😊

  • @MoonSunCa
    @MoonSunCa 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As a Canadian, I’d like to know if you really have tax-free days before the start of the school year.

  • @tonyaguitron4497
    @tonyaguitron4497 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Next time try there family meals. Might be a bit cheaper for you.

  • @alaskabuttons
    @alaskabuttons 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Do your kids go to public schools other than Juilliard and or do you homeschool?

  • @twinklevangie7604
    @twinklevangie7604 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    No need to cook day for dad🎉

  • @audreyannelanfranchi6642
    @audreyannelanfranchi6642 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I also wanted to ask if any of the kids ever went to public or private school?

  • @karenboden587
    @karenboden587 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    They’re back home already?

  • @donnalaplante6589
    @donnalaplante6589 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤ hi guys

  • @Lobirdie58
    @Lobirdie58 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Just curious-do you home school your children?

  • @kimberlybrown972
    @kimberlybrown972 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I thought Naomi was going to see the grandparents?

  • @clairehernandez9957
    @clairehernandez9957 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Panda express has family meals gives you lots of food for less

  • @Atmviola
    @Atmviola 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Is Elijah going to live in the dorms or stay at home?

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      He’ll stay at home because the dorms are really costly.

  • @gemini730lory8
    @gemini730lory8 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Have you been to the new Target in Harlem yet?

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No! I think it’s about to open! I’m so excited!

  • @michellepelkey51
    @michellepelkey51 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Do you homeschool the younger kids?

  • @stacyr7678
    @stacyr7678 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Can the older kids if they wanted get a part time job.

  • @Pakigirl11234
    @Pakigirl11234 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Are you homeschooling ? If so, can you do a homeschool video 🙂🙂

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes! We homeschool the younger kids but Elijah is going to college this year! 🙌🏼

  • @jasmiinelim
    @jasmiinelim 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    i thought the kids were all homeschooled? did they start going to public school now?

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      No we still homeschool but they all have grades still. Elijah is in college so he’s going to Juilliard soon!

  • @Jennifer-ml4zn
    @Jennifer-ml4zn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Do your kids go to school or homeschooled?

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We do homeschool, but the older kids are in college.

  • @maggie2sticks717
    @maggie2sticks717 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Buy an umbrella stroller. They are cheap and fold up and are light. Save your kids backs. Moe is too big to be carried around.

    • @dorianorenda3087
      @dorianorenda3087 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Their backs are just fine. The littles will be too big to carry very soon. They will treasure the days they were able to carry their children and hold them close.

    • @BeaxhBijoux1990
      @BeaxhBijoux1990 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@dorianorenda3087Not likely; carrying a heavy child is nothing to romanticize for any age. I’m unsure why you think that’s some sort of privilege?

    • @lulamamie8524
      @lulamamie8524 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      IMO some commenters woke up on the wrong side of the bed before watching this video 🤔🤔

  • @Allison-h9o
    @Allison-h9o 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    When is your Costco haul

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I’m going to put it together with next week’s eat in a week vlog. I thought it would be fun to see the food we buy and what we do with it in the same video for a change.

    • @Allison-h9o
      @Allison-h9o 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ok

  • @kelliepineda9822
    @kelliepineda9822 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    does target charge for those nice shopping bags?

    • @TheHappyCaravan
      @TheHappyCaravan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@kelliepineda9822 Yes! But they are pretty cheap and reusable thankfully!