Rob Scheer wants to make sure no other child in the foster care system has an experience like the ones he and his children had. Warning: descriptions of abuse.
Thanks for sharing your story - that take some balls - inspiring 4sure. Lets all take a minute to think about ONE THING we can do, no matter how large or small, to bring love like this into the world and do it. Let us learn that the good and the bad bring us to the Fullness Of Humanity (FOH) and we can turn any bad into some good for ourselves and others... What is your one thing to bring love into the world???
Not just easier - as therapy for FAS. None of us can control the circumstances we are born to, but FAS seems especially cruel. Hopefully this incredible dramatic environmental intervention by his dads help Makai overcome the challenges of FAS.
This gives me hope for our un-United States. POS Judge Alito...publicly came out and said that abortions need to be banned...because our country "needs more White babies". That is the state of our Dis-Union. My first thought about that statement was that there are plenty of foster kids who need safe and healthy permanent homes. THEY are the product of parents who should have never gotten pregnant and unfit to raise any child. SCOTUS Haters like Thomas, and Alito and all the rest of those judges who banned abortion for such a flimsy and racist reason should be FIRED...I hope one day they burn in the Hell they believe in for their evil actions.
This sentence really killed me, I really didn't expect to get so emotional. But at the same time I can also understand his feelings. Oh god, I didn't expect that today
I’m a retired child protection social worker and it would break my heart to have children take their belongings in trash bags - as if we felt they were trash themselves. My quilt group made a massive effort to make quilts for each kid coming into foster care and their belongings were in backpacks or suitcases. One woman (now in her 50’s) stays in touch with me and a few years ago showed me she still had what was left of her quilt. Tattered beyond recognition I was incredibly moved that 40 some odd years later it still meant so much to her. My thanks and huge hugs to these dads for loving these kids and giving them a loving place in their hearts to call home. ❤
You are spot on! If having gay parents mean your kids will become gay, then there should not be very many gay people on the planet, since most kids were conceived through heterosexual intercourse and raised by straight parents. So if straight parents end up with gay kids, just maybe gay parents will end up with straight kids. Seriously though, the sexual identity of ones parents does not dictate the child's sexual identity. People need to stop the hate and let loving parents share their lives with kids that need good parents and love, notwithstanding the parents' sexual identity, FULL STOP!!
It’s hilarious that the son treats the chickens like his babies 😂 you can tell he’s very caring and loving because they just let him carry them and are calm and happy
I am an adoptee 75 years ago. I hit the jackpot with my parents, so loving and gentle and compassionate. At 53 I met my younger half-sister and she lived the life I would have had. Her father, my step-father, was abusive to her and my birth mom. I’m so happy for your kids and you to build a loving household. Both sides reap what you sow, just like I’m reaping what my adoptive parents, now deceased, have sown in me: love, joy, compassion and gratefulness.
I remember seeing this story quite a few years ago. Now the children will be much older. It would be nice to see a follow up video on this story now. Rob and Reece you have done a great job and I believe there is never a day goes by when these children dont thank you for what you have done for their lives..
I literally cried through the whole video; I went through the foster care system with my other 2 siblings and we hated everyday of it. We were very lucky the judge for our case allowed our aunt to be our legal guardian and that changed our lives forever. One of the best stories I've ever heard. I wish you the best Rob!
Rob.....Bless you and Reese and your children. You have a great heart and so loving. I wish you all much happiness and your children will be your rewards. Bless you both.
I was brought up by my biological parents. I was one of 8 kids. I was number 6 down the line. Since I was around 4-5 years of age, I could tell my mother didnt want me around. To this day, many years later, I feel my heart is crying for the love I so longed for. In the 18 years spent in her home, not one kiss, or hug, or "I love you" ....nothing!
@@YESYES-qz2ex I’m so very sorry..unfortunately anyone can be a parent. You deserved all the love and tenderness in the world, as does every child. You can use this sadness to make sure you are consciously giving the utmost love to your own children, or to children in general 🌷
He wrote a book, called FOREVER A FAMILY..a great guy. He and his hubby go around the country talking about adoption, and about fostering to adopt. It is not only inspiring others, just think how many kids wind up getting adopted? Great work, wonderful heartfelt intent...BTW I love how he says, "I can't explain to them what it means to be black. Or for me....to be gay.. All we can do is teach them to be good people.." Wow.
How many were inspired by Don Trump only to find out what a huge, consistent liar he is? God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure on a glob". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin. It's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. On the day of judgment all the titles, land, money, friends, applause good deeds, that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect.
Fantastic story! I was a foster parent for 6 years. I stopped when I adopted my foster son who needed a full time mom. Working with my son was very labor intensive because he was already a teenager when I adopted him and while he was very smart he was also very immature. He needed to grow up a lot in a short time. It wasn’t easy and as a young rebellious adult he made some bad decisions. But today he is a responsible young man and a wonderful father. Fostering was one of the best decisions I ever made. My first foster daughter still calls me from time to time to let me know how she is doing. It is so rewarding to hear how happy she is.
From a Los Angeles County DCFS social worker, thank you. We have thousands of wonderful foster caregivers, some decent ones, and (sadly) some abusive and selfish ones. The type of family unit does not matter, but the commitment and love from the caregiver does. Congratulations on being stellar dads and raising great human beings. And yes, the trash bags are still used because some kids move so often that they lose their stuff. It's easy to grab a clean bag and load their things for the next place. Sometimes we save large shopping bags to use instead--same function, but better than the infamous large black trash bin bags. L.A. County spends millions of dollars to fund foster placements. It would be simple to buy large canvas bags for each child to move their clothing and what little personal property they take with them. Many church groups make them for us, sometimes with the kids' names painted or embroidered on them, and it helps the kids feel more important. I'm sorry Rob suffered abuse as a child. That's horrible, and it doesn't end.
@@beantrader4723 Who gives you the right to judge other people.. don't be a fanatic.. live and let live. When The time comes and You meet God... He will pased judgement on you.. he ido The only that can do it... So just chill.
I get confused by the angels talk - angels are in Heaven - all they do is sit around doing nothing, shamelessly sponging off God - do they face hate as these people do? do they struggle with working at a job, putting food on the table, getting stares as a family when they go out? Do angels help people in need?
The part about “the trash bag”, it’s presence so many years, also to so many children, brought me to tears…. Thank You, to these two men and the many people like them who have the strength to rescue the innocent.
Thank you for your story. I was a CPS Social Worker for a couple years and it was heartbreaking. Foster care is not the best system, I even removed 2 boys from their foster home because they were being neglected. Besides getting rid of trash bags we need more oversight of Foster Care Families.
You know what Rob, you & Reese are setting up a great example of what a loving family is all about. Kids DON'T care that ya'll are white or that ya'll are white. They care: that ya'll are there, that ya'll opened the doors to them, that ya'll LOVE them. Make them feel safe. Make them feel worthy. GOD BLESS ya'll!
@@userno191 Does God bless the fornicators that are in 'luv'? God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure on a glob". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin. It's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. On the day of judgment all the titles, land, money, friends, applause good deeds, that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect.
@@traceythompson5596 Does God bless the mafia for using drug money to help build a hospital? God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure on a glob". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin. It's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. On the day of judgment all the titles, land, money, friends, applause good deeds, that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect.
I’m glad those kids have you guys. I was in foster care and went through a lot too. I been on my own since I was 15. It doesn’t matter the if the parents are same sex, all that matters is the love you give and a safe place to live.
Amazing how someone handles such child abuse & trauma without ending up self medicating with drugs/alcohol/repeating history. A man I look up to, I wish every child had a father like him.
I think the most impactful moment was his sponsoring the kid’s in care. Having a backpack is monumentally different than toting your belongings in a trash bag. The trash bag symbolizes, that you are just a pawn in a system that doesn’t really care about you. The backpack effort is huge. It says that you’re somebody worthy of adoption and care and are special.
Rob and Reese and their children prove that there is still so much good in the world. (and I have to admit that I was happy to see Rob wearing a t-shirt with "Canada" printed on it! lol ... ) Your family is an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your lives with us.
I grew up moving with trash bags due to an abusive Father that always found my mom and made us come home. I moved out at 15 and continued moving around with trash bags until I was accepted into the military. So watching this made me cry. I am going to start donating all my duffel bags that I have to the foster care system ASAP! Thank You for sharing your story! 💕 your family is beautiful 💕
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti list full of good intentions will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
I absolutely needed to hear this thank you. I would like to become a foster parent. I've worked in group homes and CPS, I love what you and your family have done and are doing.
I agree - but, thank *you* for what you're doing, too! Those jobs aren't easy - I don't have to tell you that, obviously - and yet they're incredibly necessary. I grew up (still am) poor, but loved by a single mother, and know that I'm very, very lucky.
I love the dad's soft, kind voice. Imagine a bedtime story read to a child with that comforting voice. You and your husband are real heroes, especially in your children's eyes. Great Job, guys!!
Well, these two men are astoundingly beautiful souls...love transforms...this is proof of it. Blessings. So happy to see 4 kids get out of the system and two parents to be loved in return and wanted. ❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏👏🙌
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
Dear Rob& husband. What an example.You left me speechless.From the bottom of my heart, I wish you and your beautiful family, all the best. Best regards Ivany
Thank for this beautiful story..if more people could recognize to look within instead of the shell. Amazing what unconditional love and safety can do even to people were abused, born into a bad situation and flourish..thanks for sharing with us!
My story..to know I was loved..what was normal..76 yrs old and still learning about love, caring, and being loved in return..what a wonderful feeling comes from your story..if we touch a life and make it better our life is better....thank u for telling your story...
Wow! I have been speaking about this issue for years (even the trash bag full of their belongings). I call the American Foster Care system "America's silent shame." I even had a segment on my former radio show about this. Thank you for what you are doing publicly and privately to help youth and speak out about the Foster Care system. Rob, you brought tears to my eyes.
What a wonderful turn-around story. My quilting group make large, fun fabric pillow cases for foster children to put their things in. Then they also have their own pillow case in their new home to help ease the adjustment. God bless you, Rob and Reese. Keep up the good work!
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
Wow. . .you just blew me away. I am a Survivor of extreme child abuse & neglect. I married @ 17 so I could get away from my mom. Thank God my 18 year old husband was dedicated to rescue me & help turn my life around. His parents took me under their wings & loved me. I became a part of a real family! They loved me & never made me feel unwelcome! That was 51 years ago. . .our relationship is strong. . .we weathered the loss of 3 of our children, and so love the remaining 2. They are strong, loving men; now in their 40's. . .and have blessed us with grands & great-grands. I am only sharing my story so you know we all heal just a bit more by sharing our stories. You both opened your hearts to 4 children who have blessed you as well as have been blessed. Keep sharing your love. . .it will come back to you in buckets! We are stronger when we realize that "family" comes in many forms. So "family" - keep being who you are & loving! ;~)
You sir have exceeded all expectations. So proud would anyone be to be your parent, and to see you and your partner as dad's to these children is an amazing thing! You are loved❤
What an incredible man, he should write a book. He took what was a horrible upbringing and made sure he would make things better for his family. Rob, you are not just wanted, you are needed. Thank you!
I too had careless parents have shown my three children an entirely different life. Thank God for people like you who have broken the cycle of abuse and just love loving.
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
Thank you for this video ... It's so moving. These 2 men have beautiful souls, and big hearts. I wish everybody had their generosity and their capacity to love.
How amazing are these two men to adopt these children!! How lucky are these children to be a part of this loving family!! Good luck, much happiness and success to all. A truly inspiring story!!!
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti list full of good intentions will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
Your heartfelt words have me in tears. Trash bags are for trash, most certainly not for a kid’s belongings. What a horrible message to send to a kid who needs so much, who has suffered so much. I wish I could award you and your husband a gold metal of appreciation and honor.
Rob, thank you for sharing such a deeply personal story. What a change you have made in their lives. You are a great dad and a great human being. I am glad you exist, Thank you!
I am in tears, so wonderful that you and your husband brought those kids into your lives. The back packs are a wonderful idea. So is the farm.My hat is off to you both.
He's right. The foster kids have so precious little, and to be moved with your few belongings in a trash bag is degrading and embarrassing. What a neat thing to give them nice bags. It's a small thing but I bet it means the world to those children.
So is the wrath of God. God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti list full of good intentions will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
Thank you for wanting to help other children have a better home and to show love these the 4 children you have adopted. You are a wonderful parents. God Bless you!
You sweet, sweet man. My heart breaks for what you and your siblings went through. You came out of it to the other side and made a difference in the world, yes I said world. These four children are changed and they will now have the opportunity to make a change for others in their future. And every child that gets one of those back packs will have something of theirs to keep and hold on to. By telling your story on TH-cam you show others the worth in rescuing and loving our neglected children right here in our own back yard and proving that you don't need to adopt a newborn to start a family. Thank you for sharing your story with us and God bless you and your family ❤️
What an amazing story. You have gone over and above to right peoples wrongs, now you are much loved and giving back the same to four wonderful kids. As for the trash bags, this must be how it is in the US, it is demoralising, sending them away with just a trash bag is also sending a message to the world that the system sucks. Bless all six of you and thank you from Australia.
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
This is so beautiful how a sad story had turned into something great! I’m so happy this man decided to adopt the children and share the love he was so yearning to give. Bless him and his family.
This man is so inspiring....
I wish him all the best.
These men literally bought a farm just to help make their childs life easier...
Thanks for sharing your story - that take some balls - inspiring 4sure. Lets all take a minute to think about ONE THING we can do, no matter how large or small, to bring love like this into the world and do it. Let us learn that the good and the bad bring us to the Fullness Of Humanity (FOH) and we can turn any bad into some good for ourselves and others... What is your one thing to bring love into the world???
Not just easier - as therapy for FAS. None of us can control the circumstances we are born to, but FAS seems especially cruel.
Hopefully this incredible dramatic environmental intervention by his dads help Makai overcome the challenges of FAS.
This gives me hope for our un-United States. POS Judge Alito...publicly came out and said that abortions need to be banned...because our country "needs more White babies". That is the state of our Dis-Union.
My first thought about that statement was that there are plenty of foster kids who need safe and healthy permanent homes. THEY are the product of parents who should have never gotten pregnant and unfit to raise any child. SCOTUS Haters like Thomas, and Alito and all the rest of those judges who banned abortion for such a flimsy and racist reason should be FIRED...I hope one day they burn in the Hell they believe in for their evil actions.
Cool handle (and I agree totally with your comment)
@@fortheloveofdog5622 thank you.
"They needed to feel wanted, I needed to feel wanted"... I was not expecting to cry from this video. That is one seriously honest man right there.
This sentence really killed me, I really didn't expect to get so emotional. But at the same time I can also understand his feelings. Oh god, I didn't expect that today
The way his eyes light up when he says Makai has made progress from farm… that light in his eyes is a parent’s love.
I’m a retired child protection social worker and it would break my heart to have children take their belongings in trash bags - as if we felt they were trash themselves. My quilt group made a massive effort to make quilts for each kid coming into foster care and their belongings were in backpacks or suitcases. One woman (now in her 50’s) stays in touch with me and a few years ago showed me she still had what was left of her quilt. Tattered beyond recognition I was incredibly moved that 40 some odd years later it still meant so much to her. My thanks and huge hugs to these dads for loving these kids and giving them a loving place in their hearts to call home. ❤
She obviously loved that quilt….A LOT!
Katie Rose, you are a wonderful person.
Thank you for making a difference.❤️
@@jennym007 what a lovely thing to say 💐
Thank you for the love you gave these children. God bless you 🙏🌷💕
Absolutely beautiful story!!!!
He has the most important quality to be a parent, which is the capacity to love and share that love.
You are spot on! If having gay parents mean your kids will become gay, then there should not be very many gay people on the planet, since most kids were conceived through heterosexual intercourse and raised by straight parents. So if straight parents end up with gay kids, just maybe gay parents will end up with straight kids. Seriously though, the sexual identity of ones parents does not dictate the child's sexual identity. People need to stop the hate and let loving parents share their lives with kids that need good parents and love, notwithstanding the parents' sexual identity, FULL STOP!!
It’s hilarious that the son treats the chickens like his babies 😂 you can tell he’s very caring and loving because they just let him carry them and are calm and happy
Hilarious? It's wonderful his empathy and love! People who have suffered don't want other beings suffer. It's simple. GO VEGAN.
I am an adoptee 75 years ago. I hit the jackpot with my parents, so loving and gentle and compassionate. At 53 I met my younger half-sister and she lived the life I would have had. Her father, my step-father, was abusive to her and my birth mom. I’m so happy for your kids and you to build a loving household. Both sides reap what you sow, just like I’m reaping what my adoptive parents, now deceased, have sown in me: love, joy, compassion and gratefulness.
Hurray!
I remember seeing this story quite a few years ago. Now the children will be much older. It would be nice to see a follow up video on this story now. Rob and Reece you have done a great job and I believe there is never a day goes by when these children dont thank you for what you have done for their lives..
Amaya just graduated high school and turned 18. They have also adopted one more son, he is in college
I was just think the exact same thing
I literally cried through the whole video; I went through the foster care system with my other 2 siblings and we hated everyday of it. We were very lucky the judge for our case allowed our aunt to be our legal guardian and that changed our lives forever. One of the best stories I've ever heard. I wish you the best Rob!
power to you
🌷🌝
Rob.....Bless you and Reese and your children. You have a great heart and so loving. I wish you all much happiness and your children will be your rewards. Bless you both.
I was brought up by my biological parents. I was one of 8 kids. I was number 6 down the line. Since I was around 4-5 years of age, I could tell my mother didnt want me around. To this day, many years later, I feel my heart is crying for the love I so longed for. In the 18 years spent in her home, not one kiss, or hug, or "I love you" ....nothing!
@@YESYES-qz2ex I’m so very sorry..unfortunately anyone can be a parent. You deserved all the love and tenderness in the world, as does every child. You can use this sadness to make sure you are consciously giving the utmost love to your own children, or to children in general 🌷
He wrote a book, called FOREVER A FAMILY..a great guy. He and his hubby go around the country talking about adoption, and about fostering to adopt. It is not only inspiring others, just think how many kids wind up getting adopted? Great work, wonderful heartfelt intent...BTW I love how he says, "I can't explain to them what it means to be black. Or for me....to be gay.. All we can do is teach them to be good people.." Wow.
Wow....a human being to be inspired by.
How many were inspired by Don Trump only to find out what a huge, consistent liar he is? God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure on a glob". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin. It's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. On the day of judgment all the titles, land, money, friends, applause good deeds, that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect.
Fantastic story! I was a foster parent for 6 years. I stopped when I adopted my foster son who needed a full time mom. Working with my son was very labor intensive because he was already a teenager when I adopted him and while he was very smart he was also very immature. He needed to grow up a lot in a short time. It wasn’t easy and as a young rebellious adult he made some bad decisions. But today he is a responsible young man and a wonderful father. Fostering was one of the best decisions I ever made. My first foster daughter still calls me from time to time to let me know how she is doing. It is so rewarding to hear how happy she is.
Lemons into lemonade... his pain into children's joy and comfort. Thank you!!!!
From a Los Angeles County DCFS social worker, thank you. We have thousands of wonderful foster caregivers, some decent ones, and (sadly) some abusive and selfish ones. The type of family unit does not matter, but the commitment and love from the caregiver does. Congratulations on being stellar dads and raising great human beings. And yes, the trash bags are still used because some kids move so often that they lose their stuff. It's easy to grab a clean bag and load their things for the next place. Sometimes we save large shopping bags to use instead--same function, but better than the infamous large black trash bin bags. L.A. County spends millions of dollars to fund foster placements. It would be simple to buy large canvas bags for each child to move their clothing and what little personal property they take with them. Many church groups make them for us, sometimes with the kids' names painted or embroidered on them, and it helps the kids feel more important. I'm sorry Rob suffered abuse as a child. That's horrible, and it doesn't end.
wOw... I'm literally crying. You two are an inspiration and proof that there are angels on earth. Thank you.
@@beantrader4723 Who gives you the right to judge other people.. don't be a fanatic.. live and let live. When The time comes and You meet God... He will pased judgement on you.. he ido The only that can do it... So just chill.
@@luisgutierrezarreola7009 don’t mind him smh sinners judging sinners
I get confused by the angels talk - angels are in Heaven - all they do is sit around doing nothing, shamelessly sponging off God - do they face hate as these people do? do they struggle with working at a job, putting food on the table, getting stares as a family when they go out? Do angels help people in need?
The part about “the trash bag”, it’s presence so many years, also to so many children, brought me to tears…. Thank You, to these two men and the many people like them who have the strength to rescue the innocent.
2:53... that hits so deep. I started crying. Bless this man, he has gone through so much. 🙏
Thank you for your story. I was a CPS Social Worker for a couple years and it was heartbreaking. Foster care is not the best system, I even removed 2 boys from their foster home because they were being neglected. Besides getting rid of trash bags we need more oversight of Foster Care Families.
Gay or not, these men show more affection, and love than most Male/ Female couples. GG
No one should be Judged based on who you like
Go to hell gay ass
Yeah the wrong kind towards boys. Esp white boys because they're cuter than the blk ones.
Explain what you mean by gay or not.
Amen
The world needs more of these kind of people, truly inspirational 😍
You know what Rob, you & Reese are setting up a great example of what a loving family is all about. Kids DON'T care that ya'll are white or that ya'll are white. They care: that ya'll are there, that ya'll opened the doors to them, that ya'll LOVE them. Make them feel safe. Make them feel worthy. GOD BLESS ya'll!
Definately making the world a better place .God bless
Wat a wonderful n yet sad story wat rob went thru. May both dads be blessed 🙏
I'm so moved by the love. What big hearts to replace the trash bags.
God bless you..
@@userno191 Does God bless the fornicators that are in 'luv'? God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure on a glob". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin. It's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. On the day of judgment all the titles, land, money, friends, applause good deeds, that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect.
@@traceythompson5596 Does God bless the mafia for using drug money to help build a hospital? God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure on a glob". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin. It's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. On the day of judgment all the titles, land, money, friends, applause good deeds, that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect.
I’m glad those kids have you guys. I was in foster care and went through a lot too. I been on my own since I was 15. It doesn’t matter the if the parents are same sex, all that matters is the love you give and a safe place to live.
Amazing how someone handles such child abuse & trauma without ending up self medicating with drugs/alcohol/repeating history. A man I look up to, I wish every child had a father like him.
I think the most impactful moment was his sponsoring the kid’s in care. Having a backpack is monumentally different than toting your belongings in a trash bag. The trash bag symbolizes, that you are just a pawn in a system that doesn’t really care about you. The backpack effort is huge. It says that you’re somebody worthy of adoption and care and are special.
Rob and Reese and their children prove that there is still so much good in the world. (and I have to admit that I was happy to see Rob wearing a t-shirt with "Canada" printed on it! lol ... ) Your family is an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your lives with us.
What a wonderful and inspirational story, it had me crying. The world is better because of these two loving men. Thank you.
This is a wonderful, inspiring story. Too many of us do not pause to appreciate the richness of the human pallette of colors and experiences.
Beautiful...Just beautiful... There should be more people like this in the world...
I grew up moving with trash bags due to an abusive Father that always found my mom and made us come home. I moved out at 15 and continued moving around with trash bags until I was accepted into the military. So watching this made me cry. I am going to start donating all my duffel bags that I have to the foster care system ASAP! Thank You for sharing your story! 💕 your family is beautiful 💕
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti list full of good intentions will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
AMEN, AMEN, AMEN👑
you ok?
What a fine gentleman -- God bless you.
I absolutely needed to hear this thank you. I would like to become a foster parent. I've worked in group homes and CPS, I love what you and your family have done and are doing.
I agree - but, thank *you* for what you're doing, too! Those jobs aren't easy - I don't have to tell you that, obviously - and yet they're incredibly necessary. I grew up (still am) poor, but loved by a single mother, and know that I'm very, very lucky.
I love the dad's soft, kind voice. Imagine a bedtime story read to a child with that comforting voice. You and your husband are real heroes, especially in your children's eyes. Great Job, guys!!
Anyone who cares whether someone is gay or not, thinks way too much about other people's sex lives!
Amen. It's so weird to sit there and worry about what consenting adults do in their bedroom. I can't comprehend that mentality.
@@rebeccaspratling2865 100%. It's just creepy why people care about the sex lives of others.
Being gay is a lot more than just sex
@@Breerox108 Even a person that has no sex or doesn't like it at all can be gay, so you are very right.
It’s not about the sex - it’s about the love.
Well, these two men are astoundingly beautiful souls...love transforms...this is proof of it. Blessings. So happy to see 4 kids get out of the system and two parents to be loved in return and wanted. ❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏👏🙌
I sure do hope they were able to adopt their children. What a beautiful family!!!
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
I've watched this several times and it still gets me in the heart. Good on you Rob for doing what you need to do!
This guy is amazing. Its actually so hard to turn things like this around. He is really loved by G-d. He turned what cursed him into a huge blessing.
Dear Rob& husband. What an example.You left me speechless.From the bottom of my heart, I wish you and your beautiful family, all the best.
Best regards
Ivany
This is so so inspiring
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Thank for this beautiful story..if more people could recognize to look within instead of the shell. Amazing what unconditional love and safety can do even to people were abused, born into a bad situation and flourish..thanks for sharing with us!
He's what a real-life hero looks like 🙏❤🙏God bless him and his family!🙏
My story..to know I was loved..what was normal..76 yrs old and still learning about love, caring, and being loved in return..what a wonderful feeling comes from your story..if we touch a life and make it better our life is better....thank u for telling your story...
Amazing. What an admirable and honourable couple, to give their lives in this way. Well done, gentlemen - these are very fortunate children.
Beautiful, beautiful story! What a beautiful loving family they've made!
Rob... U are certainly an inspiration... there is good in people.... stay blessed
Cases for kids transitioning💕 brilliant idea!! God bless You guys for showing love to these little ones
Wow! I have been speaking about this issue for years (even the trash bag full of their belongings). I call the American Foster Care system "America's silent shame." I even had a segment on my former radio show about this. Thank you for what you are doing publicly and privately to help youth and speak out about the Foster Care system. Rob, you brought tears to my eyes.
All you need is love. You and your husband are great people.
What a wonderful turn-around story. My quilting group make large, fun fabric pillow cases for foster children to put their things in. Then they also have their own pillow case in their new home to help ease the adjustment. God bless you, Rob and Reese. Keep up the good work!
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
Wow. . .you just blew me away. I am a Survivor of extreme child abuse & neglect. I married @ 17 so I could get away from my mom. Thank God my 18 year old husband was dedicated to rescue me & help turn my life around. His parents took me under their wings & loved me. I became a part of a real family! They loved me & never made me feel unwelcome! That was 51 years ago. . .our relationship is strong. . .we weathered the loss of 3 of our children, and so love the remaining 2. They are strong, loving men; now in their 40's. . .and have blessed us with grands & great-grands. I am only sharing my story so you know we all heal just a bit more by sharing our stories. You both opened your hearts to 4 children who have blessed you as well as have been blessed. Keep sharing your love. . .it will come back to you in buckets! We are stronger when we realize that "family" comes in many forms. So "family" - keep being who you are & loving! ;~)
Thank you for loving all kids, not just yours. Thank you for this wonderful video!
The world so needs more of this, God Bless your beautiful family..❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
You sir have exceeded all expectations. So proud would anyone be to be your parent, and to see you and your partner as dad's to these children is an amazing thing! You are loved❤
Children need love. Period. The color of the skin doesn't matter at all. Way to go, Rob!! You and your husband are amazing human beings.
Such an amazing man. He's had a sad background, but he's headed for a bright future, because he knows how to give and receive love.
Simply amazing. We need more people like these wonderful men.
What an incredible man, he should write a book. He took what was a horrible upbringing and made sure he would make things better for his family. Rob, you are not just wanted, you are needed. Thank you!
He did write a book. It's on Amazon.
@@pansprayers thanks,I’ll give it a look,
Bravo to these men to opening their hearts to these children. May God reward you.
these dads are amazing there aren't enough people like this in the world
You 2 are ANGELS!!!! What a blessing!!!
I too had careless parents have shown my three children an entirely different life. Thank God for people like you who have broken the cycle of abuse and just love loving.
Great story, great guys and kids
They were all meant for each other. Great to have a parent that could understand them and to top off how both love them
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
Not everyone who have children wanted to be a parent some people just don't get it God bless both of you
@@angelaramjattan1049 God bless yourself...what tf are YOU talking about?? This reply is for the man that wanted to be a parent to these children
Loving is a special gift we can give freely without end! Thanks for giving these children that special gift!!
It’s amazing you can give what you’ve never gotten yourself: unconditional love. You’re amazing. I’m so happy for you and your kids.
If only all parents were this kind and loving. Beautiful family.
Thank you for this video ... It's so moving. These 2 men have beautiful souls, and big hearts. I wish everybody had their generosity and their capacity to love.
How amazing are these two men to adopt these children!! How lucky are these children to be a part of this loving family!! Good luck, much happiness and success to all. A truly inspiring story!!!
these kids are gonna be successful because of these awesome guys ❤.
I cried with him. What an amazing story.
The highest of human-being: to take care and give love to the most needed.
No human can be good (Romans 3,10)!
Plus he is living in such open sin, open rebellion towards God
You sir are a fantastic human being...
Thank you God for people like this ❤
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti list full of good intentions will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ So totally beautiful.... thank you for loving these kids and being the beautiful souls you are ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Your heartfelt words have me in tears. Trash bags are for trash, most certainly not for a kid’s belongings. What a horrible message to send to a kid who needs so much, who has suffered so much. I wish I could award you and your husband a gold metal of appreciation and honor.
What a wonderful man!
Rob, thank you for sharing such a deeply personal story. What a change you have made in their lives. You are a great dad and a great human being. I am glad you exist, Thank you!
Absolutely beautiful may God continue to bless you and your family always ❤❤
I am in tears, so wonderful that you and your husband brought those kids into your lives. The back packs are a wonderful idea. So is the farm.My hat is off to you both.
Thank you guys!
Just…. Thank you!! 🙏👍🥰🏴
Holy cow, these two men are so amazing! The Love they have for these lucky kids and the beautiful farm they live on.
What an absolutely heart touching story!! Thank you
He's right. The foster kids have so precious little, and to be moved with your few belongings in a trash bag is degrading and embarrassing. What a neat thing to give them nice bags. It's a small thing but I bet it means the world to those children.
beautiful people, beautiful hearts, beautiful family and beautiful life
What a beautiful soul this man has. I wish him, his husband and beautiful family all the very best for their future.
What a beautiful story!!!!!!! Thank you XXX
Love is the most powerful emotion . Blessings to this very beautiful family.
So is the wrath of God. God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti list full of good intentions will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
Thank you for wanting to help other children have a better home and to show love these the 4 children you have adopted. You are a wonderful parents. God Bless you!
He's one of my heroes. And I don't have many.
What loving dads you are. God bless you and your family
You sweet, sweet man. My heart breaks for what you and your siblings went through. You came out of it to the other side and made a difference in the world, yes I said world. These four children are changed and they will now have the opportunity to make a change for others in their future. And every child that gets one of those back packs will have something of theirs to keep and hold on to. By telling your story on TH-cam you show others the worth in rescuing and loving our neglected children right here in our own back yard and proving that you don't need to adopt a newborn to start a family. Thank you for sharing your story with us and God bless you and your family ❤️
Trash bags will be for trash 🗑️ cans only
What an amazing story. You have gone over and above to right peoples wrongs, now you are much loved and giving back the same to four wonderful kids. As for the trash bags, this must be how it is in the US, it is demoralising, sending them away with just a trash bag is also sending a message to the world that the system sucks. Bless all six of you and thank you from Australia.
You make me cry. You have a beautiful and a generous spirit. You guys are good people. Well done guys
God said murderers, fornicators, adulterers, gossipers, liars, thieves, homosexuals will not enter the kingdom of heaven > because evil is not OF God, evil is OF Satan. God said there is ONLY good or evil. The mafia says "Murder is only business". Baby killers say "Abortion is only a procedure". A thief says, "I only steal from the rich & give to the poor". An adulterer says "We just love one another". We are all born in sin, it's up to us to strive to live 'good' lives and ditch the stupid excuses why it's o.k. to live a forbidden life by God's teachings. Doing a confetti full of good things for others will never undo the choices we make to live outside of God's laws. When we die, all the titles, land, money, friends, applause, or good deeds that we gathered during a lifetime will disappear. The only data on Judgment Day will be how we served God, or how we served Satan. It's a choice, not a birth defect. The world is in constant chaos because man has turned a blind eye toward evil, thus, allowing it to reign.
Wonderful that you moved beyond your pain and rescued these lucky children
This is so beautiful how a sad story had turned into something great! I’m so happy this man decided to adopt the children and share the love he was so yearning to give. Bless him and his family.
What a beautiful story..you guys are Angels, this children are so fortunate as you two are.. ❤️
As a child from foster care with my own family and 4 children! thank you! i feel with you and for you!
Thank you Rob & Reese 🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀
This is beyond beautiful
a wonderful story, wonderful Dads.🧑🤝🧑