My son visiting Bio Mom first time after 5yrs
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- It's been 5yrs since he saw his mother.
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What an amazing man Peter is. The world needs more men like him. ❤
They're out there, we only need to nurture them and marry them and have their babies. Instead of calling them names and putting them in a 'friend' space and marrying the bad boy cause he's hot. Don't tell me this isn't happening 🤣. I'm an old lady, I've seen it happen every generation.
His strength and confidence in seeing his mother comes from the security of having a loving home and family to return to. He knows he is never alone.
You are so right! You are a very wise and compassionate person.
Well put
A beautiful love is still possible even from a single BLACK guy immigrant put that in your pipes and smoke it magots😂😂😂
Oh boy, thats one mom thats gonna be surprised at how much her little boy has grown into a man! Peter keep rocking, your one TOP dad for these kids:)
Absolutely and I hope she is ready
@@FosterDadFlipper From what i heard, a fiancee, a job as a nurse, it sounds encouraging. Praying for him to have a good time and for your peace of mind. Peace and love from the Netherlands.
Peter any updates I've been dying to hear how it's going
@@FosterDadFlipper YOU SAID A MOUTH FULL PETER. INDEED. I CONCUR. I GET IT.
@@rhiannonrose4841 me too!
I was Adopted at age 5 by a Emergency Intake Foster Family.
My Mom told me, the condition I was in, she promised to protect me forever. My Family is a Gift.
I miss it all. I miss being a kid in my Parents Home. They Fostered hundreds in Saskatchewan. Our Family Tree has 1158 😂
❤ that’s soo wonderful to go from minus your family to part of this big beautiful family ❤️
@@lisak1476aaaqaaaqaaaaaaaaqaaaqqqaaaaaaqqqqaqqaqaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Do you all get together for holidays or special events? I love that you got a wonderful family.
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I want to remind you that you are an exceptional father, and your kids are truly blessed to have you as their caring and devoted dad.
God has his hand on this man... Such a beautiful example of what everyone should hope to be. ❤️Thank you sir for opening your heart and giving; yourself to these angels ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
That little boy craves touch. What’s nice is he gets cuddles all the time.
I’m adopted. I only seeked out my biological father to confirm my blackness. With that being said my mom and dad are the ones who raised me. I really had no desire to connect with my biological family.
You’re a good dad stay strong.
Me too girl! I was adopted from Haiti and am so grateful my biological parents giving me and my brother up so we could have a fighting chance. My parents not only gave me a childhood I couldn’t have even wished for (it was amazing), but they are the ones who gave me a bed, clothes/shoes, security and unconditional love since the first moment we came together. I can’t believe how blessed I was that their hearts told them to adopt me and my brother, we were always meant to be theirs 💝
I love how Rudy leans in on you. He is so comforted by you and loves you so much. He's so sweet.
You are a great dad. He’ll be back. Nothing can replace the love and care you have given to YOUR kids.
Totally agree 💯. Peter gives them love, stability and the support they need.
Thank
You
Im glad your there for him Peter.Ive gone through this with children I helped in Atlanta as an advocate.I hope this visit goes well for him so I'm going to stay positive and just be glad for him that he has you any way this goes!
Kids, even adult kids, can never have too many good parental figures.
Consistent!!!!
What a wonderful family. Every child deserves a family like this.
Peter has raised these children to understand that if it doesn’t work out. He can always come back. Peter is a true dad.
Thank you 🙏
I love that the adoptive dad is open to the kids seeing their biological parents. That is really cool.
Courage at it's finest.
@@JessieILove too!
@@lindapearson8137 You're right of course Linda, because perfect love casts out all fear.😃♥
You are the type of father I wish my son had
Thank you for being willing to document this, it's so important ❤️ Love you all
We love you too
You are such a great dad. I see how it’s nerve racking but you have created a safe place for him, always. I’m sure he appreciates the unconditional love.
Thank you 🙏
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@@FosterDadFlipper I love your family
Peter is just such a loving and wise father🙏 these kids are blessed 😇
My mom was so loving, but she had so serious mental health issues and she had to leave us and she went to a mental hospital. We visited her there as much as we're allowed to. We loved her so much and my dad tough us to love her too. Her brain was sick...not her body. I love her and I raised her with my children. She needed to be raised. Why I don't know but, I did it for her, because I always loved her and I would do ANYTHING for her.
Raising your mother with her grandchildren is one of the most beautiful things I've ever heard. ❤️
@@happypeasanthomestead344❤❤❤
I love how clean and uncluttered your home is! Especially with little ones. 🤩 we fostered and adopted 2. It is not easy.
It’s touching to see how attached the little ones are to Zay, you can tell they have a strong bond. And Peter, props to you for letting him have this is experience and supporting him unconditionally 🖤 this type of support and encouragement is so necessary
Beautifully said!
The kids are amazing I’m attached to them like they are to me 🥰
Why didn't she send him money for air ticket and travel expenses.
Cause not all mothers can afford to see their children who live far away. I have not seen my grown children for 6 years. I have no way to see them. I do not drive or can afford to fly. My children can afford to come see me. But, they do not. 💔
You are such a sweet man and great father ! It is so scary to let our kids go off in the world! He knows he has a safe loving home to come home to. Sending you a big hug! ❤️
I cried, it made me remember my days in foster care. My life was horrible in foster care, u are a good good dad, every child don't end up with a foster parent like u. Much love to u and all ur kids
Thank you Mary, glad you are thriving
That is so true! It melts my heart to see such a great foster dad. My experiences were, at times, hellish as well. I'm so sorry, Mary. ❤️
@@GirlMomma Thanks for all the love. It's just amazing when u realize just how strong u are when u go through adversity even as a child but thanks be to God I made it!!!!!!
@@maryl.robinson1173 Amen! Makes us much stronger and wiser too! 💕 I pray for you that your life will be filled with lots of joy, true and pure love, and tons and tons of happiness! Big hugs to you, my friend🤗🙏
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I’m not crying, Peter’s crying 😢😭
I hope it works out for Zay, but I wish she spoken with you before he left. Just as a sign of respect. It's been 4 long years. That's a long time. I think it's important to have communication between you, Peter. I hope for Zay's sake it goes well. But I do hope he comes back. A stable environment is so important.
The little ones wearing sunglasses, im sure to protect their identity, they're so cute.
Yes they are adorable 😄. But everyone, even children should wear sunglasses, especially now. Sun exposure is why we develop Cataracts. It may be that Peter knows this and is protecting his children's eyesight, or it may be that the children just like wearing sunglasses 😎😎.
Ideally, we should be wearing sunglasses and hats from infancy. I'm in my mid sixties, I wish I had begun wearing them sooner, but I did begin wearing hats in my teens, and sunglass clips on my eyeglasses at 39 when they were available to me. I don't have cataracts yet. I'm sure I will at some point, my eye doctor says they are inevitable, but I can minimize the damage. So I never step outside without sunglasses and a hat. I developed a nice hat collection. 😃
@@JessieI I still say it's to protect their identity.
You know, it could be, anything is possible and Peter never says why. Amazingly, large sunglasses do seem to provide enough disguise many times. Apparently humans need to see a full face to make a good ID. But in cases where someone is well known, sunglasses are not always enough, ask celebrities if they always work 😆. I doubt Peter can hide these two from anyone who presently knows them, but it's probable that when they are adults these videos will not identify them very well, if at all. Few people resemble their childhood photos.
Yes, it could be so. Only Peter knows. Humans definitely struggle to identify people without seeing a full face. Covering either the bottom or top half presents a problem for us. Sunglasses may not be a perfect disguise, ask celebrities 😄, but they're better than nothing, ya?
People who know the kids now are likely to recognize them even with the sunglasses. However, because most of us do not very much resemble our childhood selves, these sunglasses may provide an extra layer of protection/disguise for them when they are adults.
@@JessieI in a video a few years ago he says that the glasses and masks and such IS to protect their identity. It's alled "Why do you Foster and Adopt White Kids" Go watch it and you will have more information about them.
Peter I really feel for you. Our daughter was placed with us as a foster placement aged 15 months and adopted at 6 and 2 months. When she was about 10 or 11 I woke up one morning just knowing she was 'on loan' to us and on her 18th birthday her biological grandparents, who had become part of our family, passed on a letter from her biological mother and that started a horrendous few years until finally now we are totally estranged. I was 'used' to care for our grandson for most of his 9 years of life, and for that I am very grateful and I would give anything to havd her back in my life. She even denied I was her mother when I was in a shop with her and that hurt .e so much. I know as foster/adoptive parents we are supposed to be so happy when they reunite but what happens to us, who cares how we feel when our child goes off to someone who is really a stranger to them. I so hope you have a better outcome than I did.x
Very sad
Almost ungrateful...
But at least you did your best, this is what must people fear.
All that dedication through the hard times, love and look after them until they become productive adults and then the biological parents who sometimes caused pain and neglect gets the reward of a balanced young adult. Seems unfair to me, but that’s life...
I am so sorry for your loss. So painful. Maybe your daughter will come back some day. I hope so. 🙏❤️
Unfortunately that's what happens in some cases adopted kids you raise to adulthood and then they move on with their life from adopted parents, and some of them to bio parents that literally didn't raise them, they weren't there for them glowing up when they needed some one when they wanted a parent at activities when they were sick who was there there adopted parents, but then the bio parents get to do the adult stuff just visit with the kids from time to time grandkids sorry you don't get to do that stuff, maybe you should ask what you did wrong that they don't want you in their life now, cuz it was nothing then why can't they have both adopted parents and bio parents in their life.
So sorry to hear about the pain you must be feeling . A big hug to you both x
I'm so sorry for your pain!
Thank you Peter for the love that you are giving out to them. On behalf of the entire world 🌍, I say thank you.
Thank you for your kind words
Hallelujah! 🙏
POV org timur, alangkah lebih baiknya kalo ibunya jemput dia dr rumah si bpk ini, sekalian untuk ucapkan terimakasih secara pribadi langsung ke si bpk. Karna memang jasa si bpk gak bisa tergantikan dgn apa pun. Setidaknya ucapan langsung terimakasih yg tulus.
It’s fantastic to see how much you impart in these kids' lives. I remember when you remodeled Zay’s bedroom, and he jumped on you to hug you. He feels ready to see his mom because of the security, support, and love you gave him. Now he knows that he is known. Your support during this time says it all. Have fun, Zay! We hope to see you soon.
You've given him wings, and also a nest to come back to. That's all you can do, papa-bird.
love this! ❤
I cried and cried. 1. My son moved away for a great job and I miss him every...single...moment. I live alone. 2. My son is adopted and it broke my heart and chocked my throat when I told him he didn’t come from my tummy but came from another lady’s tummy. One day, he will travel abroad to meet her and it will equally break my heart because I won’t be there. My son is 21 next month.
I'm so sorry for your pain. You can still get involved in other things w other people. Some one out there still needs you.
Hope his mom will appreciate his independence, treat and speak to him as an adult, respect and listen also appreciate his opinions. If even he decides to stay, you have given him a great foundation and positive advice. He will not forget you
I'm 43 yo with 7 kids and I wish you could adopt us! What a great family life you've created.
Bless you and your children
Good-luck, Zay! I hope you enjoy your time with your mom! May it be a joyful and safe trip! It's wonderful how supportive you are, Peter! I hope you get lots of happy calls from Zay while he's away - letting you know he's fine. Lots of Love, Jaden XXXOOO
Thank you for your kind words
Hello how’re you doing?
When you love something, set it free…” I know you are going through so many emotions and love does that.❤️ Your love for your children and their love for you is apparent and solid! You’ve done a great job, Peter. It’ll be ok. You’ll see! Hugs! 🤗
Yes set it free is the best way to love
This man is a gold, I wish there more of this human being that will take care of more foster children. I love you man so much from my ❤️.
Oh, 5 years! This will be an intense experience for both Zay and his mother! I'm really happy for him and I commend you, Peter, for helping him along the way of becoming a man. You and the rest of the family have given him the stability he needs to shine! ❤💖💖
I just watched the premiere. I have mixed feelings about this. Of course I hope it all goes well. I hope his mother has surrounded herself with good people and has a nice boyfriend. I thought Zay wanted to go to community college? Or maybe a trade school? He is such a great kid. We just want to protect him. You are an awesome person and father Peter!
I know he is learning to search what he wants in life and I’m blessed to be part of his journey
its so hard on the kids with these decisions😢 Lord give him Wisdom to make the right decisions!! You did a good job Dad Peter👏👏👏
I have many mixed feelings. I don't know the situation as to why he's not with his mom. Mom is a nurse with a fiancé. Zay is a wonderful young man who seems to know what he wants to do as a career. And of course he's 18 now. I am thinking positive and praying for Zay. Peter has been such a perfect dad for him. I can't wait for an update. I'm a nervous wreck. And Peter is also. The little ones already miss him. Where was Anthony?
@@mariafulton1213 anthony was at camp
@@mariafulton1213 Peter is too busy living out his fantasy to not notice that an 18 year old boy should be holding an 8 year old girl that way and at all as far as that goes and she in not his sister and even if she was his sister, no holding her in his lap......PERIOD....PS...did you hear the little girl asked to sit in his lap when they get back in the car?
You, Sir, have changed these children's lives ❤ you are awesome!!
Peter is the best father on social media. Wow I'm amazed at how wonderful he is. What a blessing for these beautiful children. The tears in his eyes talking on the way to drop him off is heart wrenching bc he wants to be happy for him but loves him so much he has all the fears of a great parent. 😢
Peter you are a good person, this mother should have involved you, the disrespect that she has shown is inexcusable. She is a nurse, as a healthcare worker myself I am appalled at her approach, she gives others care but!! Nuff said. I left an abusive marriage with four children, I was there for my children through thick and thin, I hope she is not recognizing him now because he is in the lime light, for the mighty 💰 Zay should have also told you that he was speaking to his mother, he is living in your house, I recognize he is going to be 19, I hate the despise that is being shown to Peter, that does not sound right. Honesty is so important.
SNEAKY MOTHER PASSED IT ON.
100% 👍. That's how humans are supposed to act.
Though I love Zay, I felt the same. I was quite angry that Peter wasn’t involved in the arrangements. I’m not even Peter, but I feel hurt and used after involving my emotions. Thank God Peter has a heart of gold. I wouldn’t stomach it tbh.
I also expected the mother to be the one and talk to Peter before she made her arrangements. Its kinder annoying that some people take others for granted
@@kyererebrendahatukunda1370 INDEED. The boy is smart for himself, I’m sure Peter sees what this young man is up to. I hope he does. Peter is a level headed man life has taught him a lot, he sees through this young man. My opinion, he is doing Peter a FAVOUR, because he could have turned out differently in Peters home even though Peter was a good mentor to him, let his mother deal with him moving forward.
With such short notice, you handled it well. What Zay may not have understood at the time is that you also need time to process the reunion. Not that you didn’t want it to happen, but you also needed time to process what was happening, to go over your questions, to have time to even think of your questions, to reassure yourself that you raised him well, and time to get used to the idea of letting go. You’re such a rock for these kids. I think they forget that you’re human, too.
Yes, I don’t think it was well thought out, the mom should have spoken to Peter. I think Peter is hurt, he just doesn’t want to upset Zay.
Gee Peter...you wanted to cry...I did too. It really is tough. Over this time I've been following you & you kids, I also have begun to feel protective over them- & I am miles away! So I can't imagine how you are really feeling inside. I do hope that Zay enjoys time with his Mom- he is such a lovely boy & so deserving of all things good.
Sad for you Peter. What if he doesn't return?
Thank you so much, not an easy road
What protection do you feel for that little girl being held that way by that 18 year old boy? She also wanted to sit in his lap when they get back in the car.
"he is such a lovely boy & so deserving of all things good" He don't get to have a lap dance from an 8 year old girl wiggling in his lap.
@@evonne437 I noticed that closeness as well, but with some discomfort. Perhaps better that he's gone before there'd be an undesirable relationship between the young man And his half sister. Some nasty things happen in life. As a parent you have to be sensitive to how children relate. Life is full of good as well as negative spirits.
@@maqangazamanyezile218 First...I don't know if any of these are real brothers and sister same parents. If Peter adopted them, they are still not brother and sister as we know the meaning.
All this family love talk doesn't stop me from saying something when it comes to little girls.
I know he is gone for now, but I bet Peter will let him come back. Peter needs to talk to the little girl about jumping in men's lap especially if he is going to dress her in booty shorts and dresses and swimsuits.
To see you fighting back the tears and sadness after Zay got on the bus and then when you were sitting in your “safe place” made me want to cry with you. But it just shows that you are doing a wonderful job being the BEST DAD and bringing these beautiful ones into your heart and home and showing them what a parent should be like.
Thank you Peter for sharing with us a little vulnerability and that you are a loving dad.
Sending Zay prayers and love on his travel and his destination. I truly hope that his experience turns out to be positive and helps him with maturing and becoming more of a man and person. Your imprint on him will definitely guide him through life.
Much love to you Peter and family
I wish him the very best of the best in this life.That was some good advice.Set no expectations when it comes to people, that way you you don't get hurt. Will miss you Zay!🥺
You are a wonderful beautiful example of a terrific human being❤❤❤
You can tell how much Xavier is loved by how sad the kids were when he left. Peter bless you for being so supportive of Xavier. I pray his trip went smoothly.
God bless you, Peter, for being such an AMAZING father figure to all of your foster kids.
I was able to see transparently how much you love Xavier today. I always knew you did but I was happy to see how much you really do love him. I always thought he was the luckiest kid to have gotten moved away to go live with you. Bless your hearts and thank you for sharing.
Just my personal opinion she could have ask to talk to Peter for some insight at least. Yes his a adult! Bu his living with someone be grateful 🙏. Happy for him ❤
So true! She should be grateful & respectful enough to at least ask to speak with Peter first. Someone who has been caring for your child fantastically for 2 years. Zay is a complete new person from when he arrived at Peter's. Well done Peter. Zay, we love you so much and just in case you see this, please stay safe and don't rush things. Please, take Peter into confidence next time and don't spring a surprise like this on him next time. Do respect his feelings as your Dad. Just one night is not enough to tell your Dad you're travelling about 8 hours to see your Mum you haven't seen since you were 12/13 to spend a week. You're such a sweet boy and we all can see it. So please don't let Mum or someone else come in between you and your Beloved Dad Peter. Its ok to build back your relationship with your Mum but do it right & slowly. Sending prayers & loads of love to you all. 🙏💙💙💙💕🙏
@@peejesusc yes thank you I'm not crazy at least
@@lovemidou9619 You're not Dear and thanks for speaking out, I'm with you on this.💕
I have my concerns!!! 🙏
I thought the same, it would have been respectful to Peter.
I’m only 25 but I think I’ll eventually foster once I’m established and free God willing 💫🙏🏾
Wow. What a happy/sad situation. Happy he gets to reconnect and hopefully all goes well. But I can tell your heart is hurting too. You’re a good dad and role model for your kids. He will always want you in his life. So hoping he comes back to you all. If not long-term, at least frequently.
I've been in a similar situation with my daughter, so I definitely feel your heartache, dad. It's hard not to worry, even though your child is older. Zay is a really good kid and seems to have a good head on his shoulders. Best of luck for a smooth and happy reunion for him. ❤
Thank you so much
Why did she get him a job if he is only going for a week?
That's what I'm a little concerned about. She got him a job...for a week? It seems shady to me. She should of communicated with Peter about this. This should have not been sprung on him 2 days before. It's called respect. I worry about Zay now.
I have a therapist that worked in Child protection and she said she was humbled to see that NO MATTER WHAT any of the kids went thru they ALL wanted in their heart of hearts to "BE" with their parents..
Sometimes it worked and sometimes it didn't
But that after years of working in that job the 1 thing she carried from that job was being "humbled" realizing that EVERY CHILD wishes to be with their parents
Peter you are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING
GOD AND HIS ANGELS NOTICE "EVERYTHING " YOU DO FOR THESE KIDS
Oh how I cried watching this ... So happy, scared and excited for Zay.... Peter you're simply a beautiful human!! God bless, you are all in my prayers ❤️
I felt your feelings. Fear, sadness, mixed feelings. Praying for you and Zay. You did a good job protecting him and teaching him good things. It's hard to let go. Now is the time to have faith and Trust God with all of your heart. Pray that Zay has discernment as he visits his mom and has an exit strategy if need to be. I'm glad you kept pressing him to call you. I'm glad you got his mom's number. Hope and prayers.
It’s really hard to say goodbye not knowing
@@FosterDadFlipper I know I wish I could hug your fear away. I've never had children and I know God only let's us borrow children for a little while, but it's just so scary these days to be any kind of parent. Please let us know how he's doing. Thanks for sharing today so we can pray for you. I've been an aunt and a teacher, but never a parent. I just wonder why he chose to go so fast. I hope he wasn't manipulated.
@@kkm64 I agree!!!
You are a wise man
You are truly an amazing father! He’ll be ok. :)
I left my safe place and I wanted to live with my mother ( I was a lot younger) I was gone for one semester before I realized mom is better from a distance, I came back home. Me and my parents are closer than ever!
You have given him soo much love and trust. He knows what’s right and wrong and if he’s not happy or uncomfortable you’ll be the first person he calls. But by the sounds of it mom has gotten her life back together. I’m so proud of everyone in this situation. You guys are awesome! ♥️♥️
I'm sure he will have all the good and honorable things you have taught him in his heart. It's good to know your family and to allow him to bridge the gap. I look at it like this, he'll be going off to college soon and you'll have the same emotions then as you do now. Rest assured you'll always be in his heart and his thoughts as he grows and makes knew discoveries and live his life. You are dad and always will be.
Zay has grown into such a good brother to the kids. I always notice his awareness, kindness and affectionate interactive qualities with them and also with the dogs. Dad I think you have become his best friend. BTW I get a kick out of your very expressive daughter 😆
I hope his visit goes well. I was in tears seeing him get on that bus! Can’t wait for the update!
You and me both! We will keep you posted
Ooh me too,, tears,,, his grown up a lot, living with his new family,,, have a nice time,,
Me too. Zay has matured a lot. All of a sudden, it seems
Wat a great father u r! Ur children r so blessed to have u! U r an angel! I wished all kids could have a parent like u! God bless u and ur children!❤
You are the most caring honest Dad to your kids .Your understanding & passion towards what they do is above 110% . I always enjoy watching your family .
Peter is too busy enjoying his fantasy to not notice that an 18 year old boy should not be holding an 8 year old little girl that way 110% hands off.
Make should he is going to his Mother! Why she could not talk to you Later! Why he did not let you talk to his Mother?
Zay, wish you all the best and happiness in meeting and getting to know your Mom. 🙏🏾 Peter you have been an amazing roll model and supportive Dad to Zay. All that you have in stilled in Zay’s life, to become a young man is fantastic. Zay, will always have a special place for you as his Dad,and his siblings in his heart ❤️ and will never forget you all. Thanks Peter for letting us have the opportunity to say goodbye to Zay.
Oh yeah saying goodbye is so hard. Zay enjoy buddy
Thanks this means a lot 🥰🥰🥰
@@glendaruff125 bye bye you enjoy yourself too 🙃
Hoping for the best for everyone. My heart goes out to Zay and Peter..who wouldn’t want to cry..very emotional.
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Good luck Zay. Just a suggestion, even if everything is going great whilst you’re away and you’re considering moving to be closer to your mom, it might be a good idea to head home just for a little bit whilst you pack your stuff and plan long term. It would help your siblings and dad also getting that time with you. It’s all happened suddenly so it will be a bit of a shock for everyone and Peter I’m sure will be apprehensive as he loves you a lot.
Great idea, Bob!😊
Thank God for children instead of going home and crying they would rather go play in the park make themselves happy
God bless that young man. May he and his mom have a blessed reunion and get to know each other. May they appreciate who they each are as adults and to build on their healthy relationships this day forward. God Bless you Peter for giving him the confidence and independence to go on this adventure at this time in his life. May he keep him You and all the kids in the safety of his arms. I'm with you I was holding tears back for you also. He is a great kid. I hope his mom appreciated that in him.
I hope it goes well! Either way you have given him a place to always call home! Zay is so amazing
Thank you 🙏
Is he coming back Peter? I hope he does comeback to finish high school and to start college so he can be more prepared to face the world. I will be praying for his safety and that all goes well.🙏☘️💞
Even if he doesn’t come back to NC, he can still do all of those things in another state, lol.
@@JelaniSJ I do agree with you. But these kids need a lots of emotional stability and support and they might not always get that anywhere. Lets hope and pray he does if he chooses not to return.
Dear Peter, thank you for sharing this journey with us. And thank you Zay for sharing this part of your journey with us. We wish you a wonderful holiday with your Mom.
I am praying for you Peter and Zay! It's going to be okay.❤
Your not losing him. You are his safe place and his forever. He will always love you
I could see how worried Peter was to let him go away on his own. Such a parent thing to do.
ALL I CAN SAY IS GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!! ☦️🙏💕🕊️
i will pray for you and him. I was able to adopt my son when he was 2 1/2. The relationship had tough times and his choosing to see his birth mother when he turned 18 was disastrous in many respects. My heart aches for him, but I am paying a price for her actions of the last 54 years. So, again, I will be praying for all of you.❤❤❤❤
Peter, I have a feeling that you are always going to be the parent that be comes to discuss the big life changing decisions he has to make in his life & to discuss the things that may be bothering him. He knows that you are the parent he can really rely on for sure. Love, Peace & Happiness from Alabama!
Peter needs to tell him to not be holding that little girl like that....hands off.
When he kissed him on his head,I wanted to cry and I did .GOD Bless this man.
Peter. you have put yourself in a vulnerable position. I hope the kids appreciate your love for them. When they get older.
I cried the whole time! You know what a great Dad you are just by seeing how many times you reminded him to call! As a Mom, I EXPECT a video the minute her gets home, 🙏
You sir, are such a respectable man. You have the balanced emotional and rational love and temper restraint that a lot of people can only dream of! Hat off to you, sir!
Sorry, but I’m angry. I’m not having that disrespect. On what planet do you live in someone’s house as a son, eat food, receive love from everywhere and then secretly plot with a mother who abandoned you for years only to tell the person who was there for you when she wasn’t that you’re going to see her less than a day before?
I’m just glad there’s a video to prove he got on the bus because I don’t trust that mission. If it was me, there’s no way back after this.
I don’t care how old you are. You live under my roof, you tell me what’s going on before you take such decisions. Anything else is trying to have your cake and eat it!
I shouldn’t be upset as it isn’t happening to me, but this really put me off fostering. I don’t think I’d have the heart to let anyone treat me with such disregard and still open my arms for them afterwards.
Very upsetting.
Looks ungrateful and selfish. He should have discussed it beforehand
He is a wonderful young man, Peter & you are an awesome example of the heart of a servant. God bless you all! xoxo
This video is a year old, but in the time he's been with you, you showed him how family life 'SHOULD BE'. He's old enough now to observe and realize what the situation is that he's in. He now has some 'Good Life Experiences' to compare to and judge a situation/s and he'll know how to handle his own life situations going forward. As a parent, you can teach them, but what they do with the info is on them going forward. I LOVE that you stressed and made sure he knows that you will ALWAYS HAVE HIS BACK, and 'You need me, I'm there!"
I cried when the bus departed. I hope Zay will come back! Peter, we have adopted your kids. Every Wednesday, I wait eagerly for your video, as I am sure thousands are!
I don't necessarily like the fact that he caught the bus...I hope she has true intentions and is not a bad influence on him...
This is the first video I've watched and I have to say what a wonderful man you are Peter... I'm so moved. Bless you...
Zay - Harvard has free on line coding classes. You can get hired from that. My nephew hires people with that experience alone then train the coders. Have fun. Sky is the limit for you sweetie!!!
Peter is a King!
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You're a very kind man God bless you more
Peter, I’ve been watching on Instagram for a while. I just have to say, you are a real life superhero. This cannot be easy for either of you. I drove my 23-year-old from Washington State down to Los Angeles in November for her to start her first post-university job, and man, it’s haaaard when they spread their wings. I will be keeping you both in my thoughts! Keep on having that wonderful, open heart!
Hello how’re you doing?
I loved the advice of no expectations. I should use that with visits with my step daughter.
Also think it is great how you are honest with Zay and letting him know you will drop everything if he needs it.
I am glad he got to see his mom. The more parents the better! I am glad for you and him and his mother ❤️
It's awesome that everyone gets along so well with each other -- even better than a biological family!
This made me tear up. I could see that Zay has had something weighing on his mind for some time now. He's trying to figure out who he is and where he fits in with his bio family. Peter is lovingly guiding him to search for these answers and reassuring him that he always has a home to come back to and people that love and care for him. Zay knows this and feels safe testing the waters. Zay will do well in life knowing this. 💚
Yes he is
@@FosterDadFlipper am moved by the bond you've created with your kids.
I can say I had fun going 😊 we had lots of fun I did work a lot of the time but we watched movies and yeah it was fun 🤩 -zay / Kai
Happy for you, God bless you and your family
Zay, I am praying, so proud of you!