@@isabellavalencia8026 no-one deserves to suffer domestic abuse, whether it is pyschological or physical. You might say that the person should leave, which sounds straightforward enough, but if money and/or access to resources are a problem, along with people thinking or threatened that they cannot leave can complicate things. Everyone has a right to defend themselves if being attacked.
Okay, so the one daughter who didn’t wanna talk during the private interview is very clearly upset, she’s obviously got a lot of resentment and such towards this situation so, Ya know, Zooming a Camera in on her is probably not a good isea
Although I agree, maybe it can serve as a wake up call for other Moms who are struggling with addiction. They are showing the true, raw emotion and trauma this mother has caused her family.
Im a single father as well and when i see another father being a man and taking care of his responsibilities it makes me very happy even though we (fathers) are forever being criticized for what other fathers arent doing. We are all judged as a whole and not individually and that truly sadens me.
Their youngest daughter commented here and said the dad was acting… he didn’t give them a lot of food and he was mentally abusing them…. Find the comment on this video.
@@internet8080 well also just because someone looks like theyre doing the right thing on video doesnt mean that off video it's the same, also there could be some days where things are great and then the next it isnt
The little girl who didn't want to speak😭😭..this just breaks my heart. My mother walked out on us when I was a year old too..I suffered immense abuse, physically, mentally and emotionally..27 years later I'm a mom of 2 girls, and I love them dearly..everyday I pray for long life above all else so I can be with them until they no longer need me.
Sweetheart, they will always need you because you've been such a loving mom to them. They will grow up, become independent and have babies of their own, but when life takes a turn, when hiccups and joys come their way, their minds and hearts will say, "I need my mom". And there's nothing wrong with that. 💖
Sorry for the pain you've gone through.. but made it through!! You're amazing because of how strong you are. I'm proud of you for being there for your kids. God bless you and protect you 💖💖💖
lola yes i agree but also they get to visit their mom which is not alot and it's an interview which took up most of their time i bet so wasn't much of a visit with their mom really
And probably she has seen a lot since she is the oldest. The other siblings are very young and still mommy’s babies. But the older one has gone through everything. So sad. I hope she can process everything one day.. 😔
I'm in tears. When I was done with the video, I sat and thought.. what if my parents went to Jail for months...years...or for life? I wouldn't be the same. I'm just glad I have them today. For anyone who is suffering because their parent(s) is/are in Jail...stay strong. It'll be okay.
My mom was in jail for 2 years and she missed my 11th and 12th birthday and she needs ti gain my trust back and the first time she went ti jail i was told that she was going to the store but she actually went to jail then the second time i was with her in a really small truck with my 2 cousins cause they were staying the night and we were in the truck and passed a cop car amd he saw that we had to many kids in the truck so she went to jail for 2 years and my brithers dad was watching us for a while and then we went to gi stay with our grandma then we went to our aunts house and now we are with our nana and papaw. And shs is out of jsil but i dont know if i can trust her anymore cause she has broken promises to me and just kept doing bad things and she is trying her best ti stop and do better and i knkw she can but she has ti gain my trust back. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔
Im probably the most dependant person ever lol Im so lazy :/ I use my parents as servents really I mean I dont even dry my own hair or brush my own teeth or wash my own clothes and Ive never done chores except for cleaning spider webs lol I would be so dead
1 like= 1 hug to the kids These parents are missing graduations, birthdays, holidays. This is super hard on the kids. They know their parent did something bad and they also know that they probably won't see their parent for years. The parents are missing so much of the kids child hood that by the time they get out of prison or jail, there is only a little longer until the kids move out.
Yes these parents need another chance at life. Maybe to appreciate the things most mother's cannot. But................... Everyone has to remember they're are rules that have to be followed. I would have always appreciated the fact that most of the kids women give birth to are normal.
Kiera Dorn I would be having a hard time trying to figure out how to cry ...I mean on camera it's gonna be recorded and going to be forever I gotta look better right !ukwiamsaying ?
Tinnys Town she was using self defense. She should not be in prison right now as her right as an American. Self defense is perfectly okay and who ever her lawyer was must've sucked!
Amber Talbott ya really the two older girls because they're probably about to start they're periods and it would just be awkward to go to the store and buy tampons or pads
Amber Talbott they st least get to see their mom and at that age and I need my mkm but she just died and it's hard cause I will never ever hold her ahajn
@@n4sti4 What's crazy is that you'd believe anything you hear without actual facts and evidence . I'm not familiar with this case or anything, just saying.
@@snoxh2187 If she only got 9 years for second degree murder, then there were obviously mitigating factors taken into account, like domestic violence. It's men who lie about self-defense to get away with harming their female partners, not women.
Of corse I don’t know the case but I was in a program with a lot of kids with parents in group homes from similar scenarios and it was explained to me if there was a single second where you can get away it’s not self defense anymore… it kinda sucks because I know I wouldn’t want to chance it
Yes, I am a great, great aunt helping to raise my 4 yr old nephew along with my sister his great Grandmother. His parents don't know what to do with him or what to say when I tell them I just go out and play with him. They are missing out on a wonderful, beautiful and imaginative child but I'm not even thou both knees are bad and I use a walking stick I don't want to miss a moment of him just being a child
Your right, but this is 1x that those Cameras are on them, so that other mothers think twice before ending up like these mothers. It's a very sad situation.
I have a friend that has a mom behind bars. She told me whenever she is on the phone with her it's hard not to cry. Her mom will be released in December 16th 2017. When she gets back my friend will be a couple months away from 13. If you still have your mom and dad be thankful. I'm thankful for mine.
I started crying (still am while writing this) when the little girl started crying because she didn't want to talk about how it is to hold their mother.
Addison Schwartz MORNING I’M WAITING FOR YOU TO COME AND GET ME AND DO YOU WANT ME TO COME AND PICK YOU GUYS UP AT FIVE AND COME TO MY HOUSE AND GO GET MY MOM AND GET MY STUFF READY FOR BED AND I LOVE YOU
I’m so proud for all these girls but especially katelyn for running up there smiling and hugging her mother she smiled and even though it was hard for her to talk she still showed courage to the camera. I’m so proud of all these beautiful girls
I have 4 daughters and know how Ruby felt. My oldest is almost 18 and my youngest is 10. When they were younger, I struggled. The days were very long and seemed endless. Stay strong Ruby. You got caught up with a few bad choices but you can grow from it. You can recover from this and be an amazing example. Tears poured out watching you rejoice with your babies.
Ok both of you are delusional you guys are now assuming all guys are horrible this video isn’t about all of those moms and plus there are dads doing the same thing in the world you guys are actually dumb to think that stuff
How would it be the right thing to stay by someone who isn't there? He could have moved on and the girls would have had a better role model to look up to.
Golden Girl I’d fucking hope my FATHER would look after me because I’m HIS kid it’s not special that a dad is taking care of HIS kids when they have no one else
Lord have mercy. I'm 66 years old and my mom has been dead over 20 years and I'm sitting here with tears streaming down my face for these children. I can't imagine being separated from my mother at that age. We are so connected to our mothers from the womb to the tomb, the thought takes my breath away. God help them all.
I can't stop crying. my dad and mom are both in and out of jail all the time and always say "this is my last time I promise." but that's never true so I currently live with my grandma and its just taken a toll on my soul
Do not join your parents! Your gran ma needs you. You can say it takes a toll on your soul. What about your gran ma.!? HOW, Would she feel if you followed in their foot steps.Your parents may have promised you the sun moon, and stars. They would stay out of jail etc., but, if they are on drugs etc., that has gripped their souls. Nothing to do with you! I am sure they live you but, the devil has his grip on them with drugs etc., Do not walk that road. Best wishes. God loves you.
That women who stabbed the father of the little girl if she was doing self defense why would she get 9 years in jail ! She was watching out for her self . That isn't right :(
@Tina Hang Don’t assume the worst. Innocent until proven guilty. Or so we thought in this corrupt world. She looks upset yes but you need to keep in mind this is the first time she saw her mother in person being able to touch her in a very long time
Son Bardock doesn’t matter if it was self defense she still killed the guy and u don’t even know if it was self defense you only could here her side of the story
I feel so bad that such a private, special moment is posted online for the internet, including their school peers to see. It’s hard enough having an incarcerated parent, but to have the whole world know must be even harder :(
Combined, these two videos received over 30 million views. The publicity surely helped fund this project, and it helped foster empathy for both parents and children.
My parents are in jail for drug dealing but I find that my only friend at schools mum is like the best person she will give me food and really helps me through the tough time when my biological parents aren't around ☺️😌
LXJ my parents get out in 2021 in March I week before my birthday!! Although I just got informed that my parents were to dangerous to live with so hopefully I get adopted!!
I feel like that one woman who stabbed her boyfriend did not deserve to be in jail. She is not a cold blooded killer. It was self defence. Idk. I felt sorry for her and her child. :( :( And all the other parents and kids :( :(
Absolutely heartbreaking watching that young woman cry. I can't imagine what these children go through. Hopefully programs like this will help remind the women what is waiting for them at home and keeps them on track to get out, and do what it takes to stay out.
idk bro. If she really is in there for that long i feel like there is more than just self defense. The judge decided it, so lets trust them for now. Can't really decide without talking to both of them but as you know...
Axtra judges have made f*ed up calls before... people have been wrongfully incarcerated and executed before... I wouldn’t be so sure that the American justice system is 100% fair or infallible. Don’t forget there’s people serving life for selling pot and people doing six months for sexual assault
Yeah something tells me that it comes down to whether or not he was an aggressor at that point. IE She stabs him once, he falls and is no longer an aggressor. If she then followed it up by stabbing him repeatedly until he was dead, that's 2nd degree murder. Same as if someone tries to rob you, you shoot them, they fall to the ground and are no longer a threat, and you just stand over them and execute them. Another example would be someone tries to attack you, you pull a gun, they start running away, and you shoot them in the back as they're retreating. All of these examples are 2nd degree murder. I don't know whether this case is or not, I'm just saying its very common for people to get charges because they don't disengage after the threat is gone. Something tells me they deemed it a crime of passion because she most likely stabbed him a bunch of times after disarming him.
@@cassied9327 ye because an inmate telling bullshit and spreading lies to explain her own view is very unlikely... there was something else going on that she was put in jail for... but she didnt tell that because... ye you can guess why
That one mom stabbed her boyfriend who was trying to stab her that is self defense.How is she in prison,and having to serve 9 years missing out on her daughters childhood.#justice
This had me in tears. I just turned and saw my daughter and gave her a big hug and kiss. Sometimes we take the little simple things in life for granted until we don't have them. I wish these ladies can get a second chance at life SOON and be with their loved ones. 🙏🏻💕
No your all wrong he’s a terrible man he hid food he gave us hardly any food and mentally abused us and stuff but we live with our mom now but I’m Kelsie the youngest from that video
When I seen the oldest daughter cry I felt that and I started to cry because I've been through a similar situation that same year for 3 years. It's hard going through all that pain and trauma being without your mother, not being able to feel safe and normal, but now since that part of my life is over I feel so free and happy.
Love and blessings to all these women ,children, and their families that are supporting them. I hope they are all healing. I wish I could hug the girl who couldn't speak and began to cry. I understand how speechless all this can leave you. Thank you for posting.
Mercedes, (was her name?) is serving time in prison for self defense? That's messed up. Her boyfriend tried to kill her and she ended up defending herself by taking him out! And now she gets to miss half of her child's childhood life all because of self defense? A person should be able to defend their self without fear of prison! She should not be in prison for using self defense! Whoever her lawyer was was probably a terrible one because she should not be in prison!
Skylar Jade I know you write this a year ago and you probably don’t give a shit but you’re so right she shouldn’t have to miss her child’s life that makes me want to cry. I wonder if he would’ve gone to jail if she hadn’t killed him edit: I will start a fucking Campaign for her she deserves it she should be able to see her child grow into a beautiful young woman or who ever the hell she wants to be
Exactly. I watched another jail documentary and a woman was being released and she said “I’ve met a lot of really good people who just made bad decisions” which couldn’t be any more true.
I can understand the levels of pain the oldest (14 year old ) is going through. She wants to blame her mom, but also wants to have a mom, but also doesn't want to give in to her hug, which would mean she forgave her which she didn't
Zara Mango it’s not that they dont take care their kid they just made mistakes but they should be forgiven no matter what they should still get to see their kid take my dad for example he tried to burn my grandparents house down because he was taking his bi polar medication with alcohol and that makes people act not them selves he made a mistake he still has the right to take care of me and see me no matter what so I don’t do terrible things when I’m an adult I can make choices of my own and if I do have to take medication (which may happen) I don’t drink alcohol I don’t feel in loved my whole life feeling like something is missing my dad deserves to see me and I deserve to see him it’s important for me
This has hit me hard because I’m going through this right now. My mums has been sentenced to 2 years for theft. Me 16 having to step up and help my younger siblings. Although I’m lucky enough to another parent it feels like I’m the only adult. I miss my mum so much and it’s like my family has been torn apart. My best friend has been taken from me.
Hey, Good job taking over. I can't tell you for sure that it'll all be okay but I'm positive you are strong and capable of handling it. God doesn't give you more than you can handle. Hold it together and keep your heart open.
This video made me cry because it made me think of my amazing dad he hasn't gone to prison he has gone to heaven 6 years ago I miss him for every step I walk
Forever23 Rooker I’m sorry to hear that, I’m sure he misses you and loves you even after all this time, I send my prayers to you and all the people who have lost someone special.
He’s a bad dad he gave us barely any food and he locked up snacks we now live with my mom 10 hour away from my dad I’m Kelsie the youngest from that now
It’s a blessing the children got to see and hug their moms again. Watching this I thought of my mom and bursted into tears because I miss my mom dearly wanting to hug her again and talk and laugh with her (she’s not in jail she passed away)
this made me so emotional, i can’t imagine what any of those children are going through. it must be so difficult being one of those daughters and not being able to see your mom everyday or not being able to go home to see your mom after school. they’re so strong! but that dad is incredible, working 2 jobs to support his daughters and keeping himself together, he should be super proud of himself!
This video made me cry for real, it really touched me. When I was 4 years old my mom went to prison for 6 years, I only saw her once in those 6 years, but, I am 12, and almost 13 now , and I believe that everyone should be given a second chance, if they screw that up, then, oh well, but, my mom doing way better, and I get to see her more than I did. During the time that she was away, and still I had/have a wonderful family that raised me, and we all helped each other. If you have a parent in prison, just know, that things will get better. This quote by Ed Sheeran is one of my favorites "Everything will be okay in the end, if it is not okay, it is not the end" If you read this far, I hope you have an amazing rest of your day!
This video had me in tears because I have a daughter. There have been many times I have walked away from doing something wrong out of fear of being separated from my child.
Trumptrain2016 Wall the drug dealer is bad too and he sells stuff that kills ppl and the people who take it can die and the children would take the same path and die. Besides its an addiction, they coulda took it when there kids from other kids and they had no choice.
Much respect to the first dad❤️❤️❤️ 90% of men would have picked up and left kids to the foster system. It's hard to raise a kid alone, much less four, much less all girls, much less when you are a father. Having to deal with female puberty when you are a man is hard. Especially when you don't know what to say when you haven't been through it yourself. Amazing that some men actually step up and take responsibility.
Fun fact: we came here after watching "dad spends a day with their kids"
Hiroshi A.M same
hehe lol same
actually, no
Hiroshi A.M same
Indeed we did. And now, it’s the moms next to where it’s WAY MORE emotional because every woman’s job is to bear our children and raise them right.
Who else came from the...dad spends a day with their kids
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I can’t imagine being 14 years old and not having a mom around to deal with periods or mental health or just anything like that, it must be so hard.
I know. Same!
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I have a similar situation my mom has to fly to Germany (I live in Canada) for her job every couple of weeks
This is why it's important for men to be educated on feminine matters so that they know how to properly support their daughters in cases like these.
A woman that defends herself or her children from being attacked from a monster should not be put in prison 🙄 PERIOD 😣
Don't believe everything you hear....especially from someone in prison! She is not accepting responsibility for what she has done.
Who knows, it’s possible the violence went both ways. Unfortunately the story might not be clear to the court, even if it was 100% self defense.
EXACTLY
This a joke?
@@isabellavalencia8026 no-one deserves to suffer domestic abuse, whether it is pyschological or physical. You might say that the person should leave, which sounds straightforward enough, but if money and/or access to resources are a problem, along with people thinking or threatened that they cannot leave can complicate things. Everyone has a right to defend themselves if being attacked.
Okay, so the one daughter who didn’t wanna talk during the private interview is very clearly upset, she’s obviously got a lot of resentment and such towards this situation so, Ya know, Zooming a Camera in on her is probably not a good isea
Liv Sander yeah that’s what I was thinking 💭
Although I agree, maybe it can serve as a wake up call for other Moms who are struggling with addiction. They are showing the true, raw emotion and trauma this mother has caused her family.
right
She is very beautiful too
Omg I’m soooo sorry 😰😰😰😭😭😭😢
Honestly, bless that dad for raising 4 daughters while making so many sacrifices. He’s an angel.
Amanda Charlebois many praise those women, so why can't she praise this man that is doing the same as those other moms?
Yes!! I totally agree with you.
Im a single father as well and when i see another father being a man and taking care of his responsibilities it makes me very happy even though we (fathers) are forever being criticized for what other fathers arent doing. We are all judged as a whole and not individually and that truly sadens me.
@@willschautz2664 why is this comment making me sad
He's the dad we all need
The dad. The DAD. such an amazing person. He’s done so much for his family
Their youngest daughter commented here and said the dad was acting… he didn’t give them a lot of food and he was mentally abusing them…. Find the comment on this video.
He was a shitty father he was acting all nice for this video I’m the youngest kelsie and I now have him blocked on everything and live my mom
@@internet8080 well also just because someone looks like theyre doing the right thing on video doesnt mean that off video it's the same, also there could be some days where things are great and then the next it isnt
The little girl who didn't want to speak😭😭..this just breaks my heart. My mother walked out on us when I was a year old too..I suffered immense abuse, physically, mentally and emotionally..27 years later I'm a mom of 2 girls, and I love them dearly..everyday I pray for long life above all else so I can be with them until they no longer need me.
They will always need you
Sweetheart, they will always need you because you've been such a loving mom to them. They will grow up, become independent and have babies of their own, but when life takes a turn, when hiccups and joys come their way, their minds and hearts will say, "I need my mom". And there's nothing wrong with that. 💖
Sorry for the pain you've gone through.. but made it through!! You're amazing because of how strong you are. I'm proud of you for being there for your kids. God bless you and protect you 💖💖💖
Sorry for the pain you experienced
Youre so strong for staying positive!! Im so sorry for what youve gone through, keep up the awesome work!! 💕
the girl that didn’t talk is clearly so conflicted, she loves her mom but her mom hurt her so bad and lost her trust.
lola yes i agree but also they get to visit their mom which is not alot and it's an interview which took up most of their time i bet so wasn't much of a visit with their mom really
And probably she has seen a lot since she is the oldest. The other siblings are very young and still mommy’s babies. But the older one has gone through everything. So sad. I hope she can process everything one day.. 😔
Right
I think it should be private and not this big celebration, there’s so much mixed and painful feelings 💔
She probably doesn't like cameras either.
I'm in tears. When I was done with the video, I sat and thought.. what if my parents went to Jail for months...years...or for life? I wouldn't be the same. I'm just glad I have them today. For anyone who is suffering because their parent(s) is/are in Jail...stay strong. It'll be okay.
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I cried too have you seen the Fathers one damn I cried like a baby
My mom was in jail for 2 years and she missed my 11th and 12th birthday and she needs ti gain my trust back and the first time she went ti jail i was told that she was going to the store but she actually went to jail then the second time i was with her in a really small truck with my 2 cousins cause they were staying the night and we were in the truck and passed a cop car amd he saw that we had to many kids in the truck so she went to jail for 2 years and my brithers dad was watching us for a while and then we went to gi stay with our grandma then we went to our aunts house and now we are with our nana and papaw. And shs is out of jsil but i dont know if i can trust her anymore cause she has broken promises to me and just kept doing bad things and she is trying her best ti stop and do better and i knkw she can but she has ti gain my trust back. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔💔
Im probably the most dependant person ever lol Im so lazy :/ I use my parents as servents really I mean I dont even dry my own hair or brush my own teeth or wash my own clothes and Ive never done chores except for cleaning spider webs lol I would be so dead
This was so sweet, I think it will help a lot of people😊
Let’s talk about the news reporter. She was so nice to everybody there, comforting the kids, comforting the inmates, and she was just being so kind.
She shouldn’t be comforting criminals !
@@Terrifierr14 wtf
@@lilasayers9298 Ikr
@@lilasayers9298 they should do 1 hour daily of torture do ppl won’t do crimes
@@Terrifierr14 um, torture?
The reporter was so respectful towards the girl. We really need more people like her.
Frrr
1 like= 1 hug to the kids
These parents are missing graduations, birthdays, holidays. This is super hard on the kids. They know their parent did something bad and they also know that they probably won't see their parent for years. The parents are missing so much of the kids child hood that by the time they get out of prison or jail, there is only a little longer until the kids move out.
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Yes these parents need another chance at life. Maybe to appreciate the things most mother's cannot.
But...................
Everyone has to remember they're are rules that have to be followed.
I would have always appreciated the fact that most of the kids women give birth to are normal.
It's the parent's fault. They should have thought about that even though i feel sorry for them.
I’m never going to live with my dad
You just want likes
It would make me really uncomfortable if they. Zoomed a camera at my face when I was crying
It would me uncomfortable if I was crying or not I don't like socializing with ppl irl I'm okay online
Yes I would be like
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Kiera Dorn I would be having a hard time trying to figure out how to cry ...I mean on camera it's gonna be recorded and going to be forever I gotta look better right !ukwiamsaying ?
Is that really all your concerned about? 😂
YouNeedSomeMilk 0785 me too 😭😢
I salute the father raising his Daughters poor children that suffers he's a Great Father
You're saluting a dad for raising his own children? Setting the bar real low, aren't you?
@Tina Hang not all mums are good? Some kids may seem they like them but loads of mums actually abuse and sexually assault them-
@Tina Hang undercover sexist
@Tina Hang stfu
He’s not he’s a bad dad he gave us barely Any food and I’m Kelsie from that the youngest and he acted in that he was mentally abusing us
Omg the interviewer iss so insensitive. Talking about the mom murdering her bf in front of her daughter...
Same like wt f
I know
Exactly!😡
she was defending herself from getting stapped
@@taylor5899 but talking about it in front of a kid isn’t really normal
It amazes me how Ruby wasn't crying when her littlest daughter was crying and saying she misses her at home I mean I was bawling my eyes out
Pink Pineapple omg same I just got past that point and started crying my dad walked into my room and asked why I was crying
Sameeee I'm bawling my eyes out so hard😭😭😭
She’s probably feels numb
Me too the best of her was to share wipe
Its crazy how you can go to jail for trying to stop you and your daughter getting killed. Wow.
Tinnys Town she was using self defense. She should not be in prison right now as her right as an American. Self defense is perfectly okay and who ever her lawyer was must've sucked!
In Australia, you are most likely to get away with it :)
Tinnys Town it does however she did kill the person and that is murder no matter what
I agree with this but I would always say be careful about believing these stories. You are hearing her side of it…
6:50 “ I stabbed him”
Wow where is he?
“He’s dead”
Awkward lol
6:39 **
I don’t know why they would talk about her stabbing the guy & that he’s deceased in-front of the child
I was thinking the same thing. :-(
Tbh people do it all the time idk why tho
Talking about it isn't the painful thing, things like this are never far from your mind
The reporter didn't have all the facts. I'm sure someone got in trouble over it!
Its gotta be really hard for the kids. defenitly the older ones they need their mother so much right now at this age.
Amber Talbott ya really the two older girls because they're probably about to start they're periods and it would just be awkward to go to the store and buy tampons or pads
Amber Talbott they st least get to see their mom and at that age and I need my mkm but she just died and it's hard cause I will never ever hold her ahajn
jackie vlogs that's so sad she's in a better place now
Amber Talbott - my mom was put in jail (10 years) when I was 6. I'm 12 now and it's not as hard as you think when you get used to it
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@@n4sti4 What's crazy is that you'd believe anything you hear without actual facts and evidence . I'm not familiar with this case or anything, just saying.
YASS 😂😂😂
@@yeetfleet473 what does it mean? What free mercedes? Who gets it?
Odile Barka she wasn’t saying it as a joke
mynamesjake Mercedes was one of the moms in prison she stabbed her boyfriend and killed him in self defense
Mercedes seems like such a wonderful woman and mother. Truly shameful that she was imprisoned for defending herself. She's not a danger to anyone.
It wasnt self defence... shes obviously lying. So sad so many people believe a murderer who trys to defend/explain his murder
@@snoxh2187 If she only got 9 years for second degree murder, then there were obviously mitigating factors taken into account, like domestic violence. It's men who lie about self-defense to get away with harming their female partners, not women.
Of corse I don’t know the case but I was in a program with a lot of kids with parents in group homes from similar scenarios and it was explained to me if there was a single second where you can get away it’s not self defense anymore… it kinda sucks because I know I wouldn’t want to chance it
@@Amberlily9207 Only for women though. See Kyle Rittenhouse.
Watching this - my daughter walked in and asked me to play catch with her.... I couldn’t say no. Time with our children is precious.
Yes, I am a great, great aunt helping to raise my 4 yr old nephew along with my sister his great Grandmother. His parents don't know what to do with him or what to say when I tell them I just go out and play with him. They are missing out on a wonderful, beautiful and imaginative child but I'm not even thou both knees are bad and I use a walking stick I don't want to miss a moment of him just being a child
@@debrahelmlinger6256 lovely example ❤️
Bless their dad, he's so loyal and hard-working❤️. Can't believe I haven't seen a comment like this yet😂
TheCrazyHorseLover
I know right
Totally agree. Humans expect decency and pick up on negativity. Seemed a good man.
He’s being a father to his children and doing what he’s supposed to do
Amelie Bissell love u
That’s what he’s supposed too do
It’s something else with the oldest daughter...I hope she’s okay...
she's probably been used as a surrogate wife and mother. unfortunately this happens a LOT.
@@sarapilankar7429 hey it happens, quite a lot
Tina Hang uh why is he now suddenly a child feel upper
@Tina Hang wtf!?
@Tina Hang that’s a pretty big jump
You should do older siblings seeing each other for a day too.
I’d be a mess. My big sibling is everything to me
I could only wish to see my oldest brother (my father figure)
I dont feel like this is right because the time she can spend with her daughters and husband they are bugging her with cameras
Mariela Lazo i mean i kinda agree but this is only 10 minutes out of the whole day
Alanis Jones they would have been filming for more than 10 minutes but ok
They had a choice if they wanted to be filmed, and the decided they did!!!!
Yeah. These kids emotions shouldn’t be so openly documented especially on a day like this.
Your right, but this is 1x that those Cameras are on them, so that other mothers think twice before ending up like these mothers. It's a very sad situation.
I have a friend that has a mom behind bars. She told me whenever she is on the phone with her it's hard not to cry. Her mom will be released in December 16th 2017. When she gets back my friend will be a couple months away from 13. If you still have your mom and dad be thankful. I'm thankful for mine.
Chris Thomson how long was she been behind bars?
Thunder Heart yes this is so true! Remember to tell your mom everyday that you love her. You never know what can happen if you know what I mean.
Chris Thomson Drunk driving
Canada FTW I think 2 or 3 months so far
Thunder Heart thanks
I started crying (still am while writing this) when the little girl started crying because she didn't want to talk about how it is to hold their mother.
Hi
Hi Sally
Addison Schwartz literally same
Addison Schwartz
MORNING I’M WAITING FOR YOU TO COME AND GET ME AND DO YOU WANT ME TO COME AND PICK YOU GUYS UP AT FIVE AND COME TO MY HOUSE AND GO GET MY MOM AND GET MY STUFF READY FOR BED AND I LOVE YOU
@@britanystrickland1058 tf?
I’m so proud for all these girls but especially katelyn for running up there smiling and hugging her mother she smiled and even though it was hard for her to talk she still showed courage to the camera. I’m so proud of all these beautiful girls
I have 4 daughters and know how Ruby felt. My oldest is almost 18 and my youngest is 10. When they were younger, I struggled. The days were very long and seemed endless. Stay strong Ruby. You got caught up with a few bad choices but you can grow from it. You can recover from this and be an amazing example. Tears poured out watching you rejoice with your babies.
That's a hell of a man for sticking by her & raising those kids alone.
Ok both of you are delusional you guys are now assuming all guys are horrible this video isn’t about all of those moms and plus there are dads doing the same thing in the world you guys are actually dumb to think that stuff
Maybe you have “a saint of man” father?
How would it be the right thing to stay by someone who isn't there? He could have moved on and the girls would have had a better role model to look up to.
Kris S mother raising children on their own get enough praise. It’s those fathers that don’t get enough credit
Golden Girl I’d fucking hope my FATHER would look after me because I’m HIS kid it’s not special that a dad is taking care of HIS kids when they have no one else
Awww I feel grateful I have my parents
Helen Heart same
Helen Heart same
Helen Heart same❤️😭😭
Helen Heart me to I love them
Helen Heart Yep so so I. I will always try the best I can to help them.
10:05 this...THIS IS THE SHOT THAT HURT
the chattering lips and everything.. broke my heart.
Lord have mercy. I'm 66 years old and my mom has been dead over 20 years and I'm sitting here with tears streaming down my face for these children. I can't imagine being separated from my mother at that age. We are so connected to our mothers from the womb to the tomb, the thought takes my breath away. God help them all.
I can't stop crying. my dad and mom are both in and out of jail all the time and always say "this is my last time I promise." but that's never true so I currently live with my grandma and its just taken a toll on my soul
I will pray for you stay strong God loves you and he has a plan for you and your family just BELIEVE it and you will see Gods POWER!
Don’t lose hope darling 🥺
I'm so sorry, but just keep faith that God doesn't break promises. Jesus loves you ♥️♥️
I’m so sorry, it’s been 2 years how is everything?
Do not join your parents! Your gran ma needs you. You can say it takes a toll on your soul. What about your gran ma.!? HOW, Would she feel if you followed in their foot steps.Your parents may have promised you the sun moon, and stars. They would stay out of jail etc., but, if they are on drugs etc., that has gripped their souls. Nothing to do with you! I am sure they live you but, the devil has his grip on them with drugs etc., Do not walk that road. Best wishes. God loves you.
That women who stabbed the father of the little girl if she was doing self defense why would she get 9 years in jail ! She was watching out for her self . That isn't right :(
I think u would of make a great police for defensive cops I that came out right
Jennifer Aguirre agreed
Jennifer Aguirre I'm not trying to be rude but the mother didn't kill the father
Jennifer Aguirre idk it's so sad and then a rapist gets like 6 months
Jennifer Aguirre Ikr!
that man must love her very much :(( if he moved closer to that prison, rises all 4 girls alone and is willing to give her another chance❤️
@Tina Hang She had her own reasons for that... She is old enough not tobignore reality... Probably nothing to do with their father
@Tina Hang Don’t assume the worst. Innocent until proven guilty. Or so we thought in this corrupt world. She looks upset yes but you need to keep in mind this is the first time she saw her mother in person being able to touch her in a very long time
He’s not a good dad I’m Kelsie the youngest from that and he barely fed us and faked being nice to us
why is that woman in prison??? she defended herself against her abuser. It is so heartbreaking.
Mercedes shouldn't be in jail because she defend her self before her boyfriend stabbed her this call self-defense and she served 9 years wtf ?
Athens To 2001 I know right!! So now women are suppose to take abuse! Smh
@Muggie in self defense
She still killed someone
@@gamingwithliya184 self defense.
Son Bardock doesn’t matter if it was self defense she still killed the guy and u don’t even know if it was self defense you only could here her side of the story
Somehow the dad one made me cry more idk why
iixAngel
It’s because you already saw it and you were prepared
Me to
catchaos you mean weren’t
Same
Me too I can relate to that one way more
I feel so bad that such a private, special moment is posted online for the internet, including their school peers to see. It’s hard enough having an incarcerated parent, but to have the whole world know must be even harder :(
Combined, these two videos received over 30 million views. The publicity surely helped fund this project, and it helped foster empathy for both parents and children.
im sure abc asked for permission to interview and follow them
“Family is Family” that is the most heartwarming thing I have ever heard
My parents are in jail for drug dealing but I find that my only friend at schools mum is like the best person she will give me food and really helps me through the tough time when my biological parents aren't around ☺️😌
Chemical Pilots Who Like To Fall and Panic that's nice
Chemical Pilots Who Like To Fall and Panic :) when do they get out?
LXJ my parents get out in 2021 in March I week before my birthday!! Although I just got informed that my parents were to dangerous to live with so hopefully I get adopted!!
Chemical Pilots Who Like To Fall and Panic best wishes man
Do your parents love you?
I feel like that one woman who stabbed her boyfriend did not deserve to be in jail. She is not a cold blooded killer. It was self defence. Idk. I felt sorry for her and her child. :( :( And all the other parents and kids :( :(
Adwoa Akosah I totally agree sm
Angie paterson yea. It is terrible :'(:'(:'(
Adwoa Akosah ikr that was so sad 😭 its sad that she will only see her child 👶 again when Her little girl his 13.
Jolet Garcia no she will get to see her she just wont get out till she is 13
Jameson Dimarzio well he's dead sooo....
Absolutely heartbreaking watching that young woman cry. I can't imagine what these children go through. Hopefully programs like this will help remind the women what is waiting for them at home and keeps them on track to get out, and do what it takes to stay out.
I thought self defense wasn’t a crime that got you jail time. If he was trying to kill her should she have just let him? I’m confused.
I guess Michigan doesn't have a castle act.
idk bro. If she really is in there for that long i feel like there is more than just self defense. The judge decided it, so lets trust them for now. Can't really decide without talking to both of them but as you know...
Axtra judges have made f*ed up calls before... people have been wrongfully incarcerated and executed before...
I wouldn’t be so sure that the American justice system is 100% fair or infallible.
Don’t forget there’s people serving life for selling pot and people doing six months for sexual assault
Yeah something tells me that it comes down to whether or not he was an aggressor at that point. IE She stabs him once, he falls and is no longer an aggressor. If she then followed it up by stabbing him repeatedly until he was dead, that's 2nd degree murder. Same as if someone tries to rob you, you shoot them, they fall to the ground and are no longer a threat, and you just stand over them and execute them. Another example would be someone tries to attack you, you pull a gun, they start running away, and you shoot them in the back as they're retreating. All of these examples are 2nd degree murder. I don't know whether this case is or not, I'm just saying its very common for people to get charges because they don't disengage after the threat is gone. Something tells me they deemed it a crime of passion because she most likely stabbed him a bunch of times after disarming him.
@@cassied9327 ye because an inmate telling bullshit and spreading lies to explain her own view is very unlikely... there was something else going on that she was put in jail for... but she didnt tell that because... ye you can guess why
That one mom stabbed her boyfriend who was trying to stab her that is self defense.How is she in prison,and having to serve 9 years missing out on her daughters childhood.#justice
She should have left
#justice 😂😂😂
There might have been more to the story than that but if it was purely self defense I agree
@@afy6476 you can’t just leave
The sad part is that they look so innocent.....
xMikee Some are. like Mercedes, it wasn’t her fault. She had to do it or else her child and herself would’ve died.
LING LING GRANGER why was that the most relatable thing ever
@@sarapilankar7429 tell that to mercedes who’s in it for self defense
@@sarapilankar7429 OHH baby, that's SOOO NOT true!
Bruh they are innocent
This had me in tears. I just turned and saw my daughter and gave her a big hug and kiss. Sometimes we take the little simple things in life for granted until we don't have them. I wish these ladies can get a second chance at life SOON and be with their loved ones. 🙏🏻💕
The dad is amazing trying to do everything for his kids to be happy. 😊
im cryihg so much i m glad i have my mom :. (
julia's life I know right
I'm like so sad 😔
princess Jessica I'm so sorry sending hugs and positive vibes ❤️️❤️️
princess Jessica my mum is dead
Cheer Julia i know same
my heart goes out to that dad 😭. i mean 4 girls, that's hard. i couldn't, he gets the dad award of the year ❤️.
Tilly Campbell That Man is a trooper. He HAS to be the one who buys the Tampons.
@@TubboDaKittyCat so? You want an award for that
Tilly Campbell yeah
No your all wrong he’s a terrible man he hid food he gave us hardly any food and mentally abused us and stuff but we live with our mom now but I’m Kelsie the youngest from that video
When I seen the oldest daughter cry I felt that and I started to cry because I've been through a similar situation that same year for 3 years. It's hard going through all that pain and trauma being without your mother, not being able to feel safe and normal, but now since that part of my life is over I feel so free and happy.
Love and blessings to all these women ,children, and their families that are supporting them. I hope they are all healing. I wish I could hug the girl who couldn't speak and began to cry. I understand how speechless all this can leave you. Thank you for posting.
Mercedes, (was her name?) is serving time in prison for self defense? That's messed up. Her boyfriend tried to kill her and she ended up defending herself by taking him out! And now she gets to miss half of her child's childhood life all because of self defense? A person should be able to defend their self without fear of prison! She should not be in prison for using self defense! Whoever her lawyer was was probably a terrible one because she should not be in prison!
Ikr thats stupid
Skylar Jade ye messed up
Skylar Jade SO MESSED UP I FEEL SO BAD
Skylar Jade Sorry to get out of the subject,but that is a very good profile picture
Skylar Jade I know you write this a year ago and you probably don’t give a shit but you’re so right she shouldn’t have to miss her child’s life that makes me want to cry. I wonder if he would’ve gone to jail if she hadn’t killed him
edit: I will start a fucking Campaign for her she deserves it she should be able to see her child grow into a beautiful young woman or who ever the hell she wants to be
man i miss my mum she not here anymore ... i really hope should would come back from heaven
I am sorry for your lose she is in a better place and I just lossed my dog.
princess Emily I'm so sorry
princess Emily I'm sorry for your lost. I love plenty of pets and my grandpa
princess Emily So sorry
princess Emily
Im hoping this mom is doing good for herself. She’s realized what she’s done and she’s trying to redeem herself. And I’m happy for that ❤
It’s so amazing to know that they are back together now bless that family ❤️
Hi people who are scrolling through the comments nice to meet you
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The Clark Girls Rule you to thanks 😊😊😊😊
I'm glad that the mom is free now :) Hopefully she'll learn to never do crime again!
Self defence, not her fault
Yeah
Overstar Mercedes?
@@pinkmanlyrubberduck6164 defense*
Self defence is not a crime dear
Powerful. I was crying. Thank God for every day you get to spend with your children. Everyday.
This got me all teared up😭😭😭
Thank you for this great initiative. The need for a parent’s love can never be overemphasized in the life of a child.
I cried when the girl who was holding her moms hand started crying
It broke my heart 😭
The moms seem like they could be great moms who just must have did a stupid choice…
Giana DIY ikr there not bad or stupid moms there just going thro bad times
Ya there not bad people
@@duanep341 eh some are
@@captainfangle2245 they're some bad and stupid moms
Exactly. I watched another jail documentary and a woman was being released and she said “I’ve met a lot of really good people who just made bad decisions” which couldn’t be any more true.
I've never cried this much in my entire life...bless them ❤️
I can understand the levels of pain the oldest (14 year old ) is going through. She wants to blame her mom, but also wants to have a mom, but also doesn't want to give in to her hug, which would mean she forgave her which she didn't
im so glad i have a mom that takes care of me
Zara Mango yeah
Zara Mango it’s not that they dont take care their kid they just made mistakes but they should be forgiven no matter what they should still get to see their kid take my dad for example he tried to burn my grandparents house down because he was taking his bi polar medication with alcohol and that makes people act not them selves he made a mistake he still has the right to take care of me and see me no matter what so I don’t do terrible things when I’m an adult I can make choices of my own and if I do have to take medication (which may happen) I don’t drink alcohol I don’t feel in loved my whole life feeling like something is missing my dad deserves to see me and I deserve to see him it’s important for me
man I am crying I am glad I have my mom😭😭😭😭😭😭😤😢
Janae Hunter I agree
Draw with Ellie + ikr
Janae Hunter me tooo 😭😌
Janae Hunter same 😭😭😭
lovely SJ + ikr
This has hit me hard because I’m going through this right now. My mums has been sentenced to 2 years for theft. Me 16 having to step up and help my younger siblings. Although I’m lucky enough to another parent it feels like I’m the only adult.
I miss my mum so much and it’s like my family has been torn apart.
My best friend has been taken from me.
SORRY'TO HEAR THAT 🥺❣️
Hey,
Good job taking over.
I can't tell you for sure that it'll all be okay but I'm positive you are strong and capable of handling it. God doesn't give you more than you can handle. Hold it together and keep your heart open.
Is your mum free now?
Hey, hope youre doing well.
It’s been 3 years since you wrote this… I’m hoping you’ve been able to forgive her if you want snd and with her again
my dad is behind bars for life I will never get to see him again
Zakaria Rowe sorry
Zakaria Rowe
Get past him. He's not worth it. Don't put all your eggs in one basket.
Zakaria Rowe u could visit him
What did he committed.?
Zakaria Rowe that’s sad I’m sorry.
This video made me cry because it made me think of my amazing dad he hasn't gone to prison he has gone to heaven 6 years ago I miss him for every step I walk
Forever23 Rooker I’m sorry to hear that, I’m sure he misses you and loves you even after all this time, I send my prayers to you and all the people who have lost someone special.
Me too
Forever23 Rooker sorry for your loss
That's a awesome Dad I'm glad these little girls have him at the end of the day ♥️
He was a shitty father he was acting all nice for this video I’m the youngest kelsie and I now have him blocked on everything and live my mom
2021 here 👍 came here after watching the dad's version. God bless the organizers. This is just pure humanity and love.
Ruby has the best man and husband ever🙏🏽...God bless all the children
He’s a bad dad he gave us barely any food and he locked up snacks we now live with my mom 10 hour away from my dad I’m Kelsie the youngest from that now
@@kelsielechak9618 are you all okay now??
@@utsavshrivastav9853 yes we are we live with my mom and she got a divorce
@@kelsielechak9618 can we talk if thats fine kelsie?
@@utsavshrivastav9853 honestly I’d rather not
Am I the only one crying... ok just me I will like my own comment 😭😭❤️❤️
Your not alone
Rose K 😭
Your not alone, i tried to hold it in but it didnt work
me to
I can't stop crying 😭😭 you are not the only one
God Bless these sweet children and mothers. Very kind and professional interviewer. Great dad! Wish they could do this twice a year!
Bless all of the children! It must have been very hard not only for them but also for there families
2019 she's home now
Alexis lynn j Jenkins I’m late but that’s great
Turns out she got shanked in prison and passed
@@richardcarson7619 ...not funny!
She went back home 2 years ago -_-
Richard Carson 😂😭
I'm glad I can have Christmas with my parents
Yes, I feel blessed to have both of my parents together for Christmas, and we can be happy with no worries
Me too
Princess Rainbows same
Princess Rainbows me too
Princess Rainbows
It’s a blessing the children got to see and hug their moms again. Watching this I thought of my mom and bursted into tears because I miss my mom dearly wanting to hug her again and talk and laugh with her (she’s not in jail she passed away)
this made me so emotional, i can’t imagine what any of those children are going through. it must be so difficult being one of those daughters and not being able to see your mom everyday or not being able to go home to see your mom after school. they’re so strong! but that dad is incredible, working 2 jobs to support his daughters and keeping himself together, he should be super proud of himself!
he’s not incredible i’m the one who couldn’t talk in the video and we are all now living happy with my mom while he sits around.
@@kaitlynlechak852 bruh i smell bs, what happened to the extra years she’s supposed to do 💀
This video made me cry for real, it really touched me. When I was 4 years old my mom went to prison for 6 years, I only saw her once in those 6 years, but, I am 12, and almost 13 now , and I believe that everyone should be given a second chance, if they screw that up, then, oh well, but, my mom doing way better, and I get to see her more than I did. During the time that she was away, and still I had/have a wonderful family that raised me, and we all helped each other. If you have a parent in prison, just know, that things will get better. This quote by Ed Sheeran is one of my favorites "Everything will be okay in the end, if it is not okay, it is not the end" If you read this far, I hope you have an amazing rest of your day!
Kyaira
Wow, that is a very mature and humble thing to say for someone your age. I hope you and your mom are doing much better. Don't lose that humility
My mom was sentenced to prison for 8 eight years and I get to see her when I am 13 or 14. I wish I can at least spend 1 day with my mom right now. 😭😭😭
I'm always there for you.
Stay strong love. 💗
The day will come 😊
Just sleep eat repeat then time will pass and she will be home
Sorry to hear that....😖
This video had me in tears because I have a daughter. There have been many times I have walked away from doing something wrong out of fear of being separated from my child.
There are few words..... this was beautiful! God bless those Moms & the Dad's & kids at home.
Mercedes doesn't deserve that, it was in self defence.
Yes, true but the man died from the injuries and that becomes second degree murder which becomes an offense.
@Austin Hernandez she did comit a crime, although its not really a crime... But since he died from the self defense she had technically murdered him
@@wendyhtfld56 you wouldn't get arrested if it was for self defense tho.
Wendy Hatfield True
Wendy Hatfield she shouldn’t be in jail if he tried to kill her.
My mom is in prison for drugs and it's been 5 yrs. I love you mommy ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😢😢😫😭
Jay im so sorry
I hope the deug dealer gets a life sentence
Captain Fangle actually it’s not the drug dealers fault it the person that is dumb enough to buy them he’s no making you you have a choice to say no
Very, sorry to hear.
Trumptrain2016 Wall the drug dealer is bad too and he sells stuff that kills ppl and the people who take it can die and the children would take the same path and die. Besides its an addiction, they coulda took it when there kids from other kids and they had no choice.
This made me cry 😢 hope mom stays clean and hope the family is doing well
He is such a good father. The first one. Bravo.
Much respect to the first dad❤️❤️❤️ 90% of men would have picked up and left kids to the foster system. It's hard to raise a kid alone, much less four, much less all girls, much less when you are a father. Having to deal with female puberty when you are a man is hard. Especially when you don't know what to say when you haven't been through it yourself. Amazing that some men actually step up and take responsibility.
I think that would be a very bad dad
I think i
He probably jst isnt telling anyone behind the cameras that he is dating someone
Seemed like good guy. God bless him
Wtf u mean 90% u don't do fucking research
I love my mom so much. 😶 I'm so glad I get to see her
Carmen Reed my mum passed away. You're so lucky
BUBBLESnCANDY I'm so sorry
Tempest Tristan why did you kill her? Lmao tf
My mom is nice I never want her to go
Carmen Reed and dad
This was 6 years ago i hope these moms are better and learned and came back to home
Made me cry. Wish them all the best
I literally started crying when the girl was cryjng😭😭😭
For the 3% of people that see this go up to your mom give her a big hug and tell her how much you love her.
Erin Culman yeh sad don't forget the parents get to see there kids if they good behaviour
I can't my mother died!
I can’t my mum isn’t allowed to see me
I am speechless. I pray for Grace and peace for those behind bars and the same for their families. This reunion is superb.
I love this lady that created forgiven ministries, amazing! Thank Yahweh, I hope the best for all these families❤️
Damn, I actually cried during this video because my aunt is in prison but she is like a mother for me...😫😭😭😭
Little Pup same