Family of 12 🗽❤️ Why we moved to NYC and how we Afford it (sort of)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ต.ค. 2024
- We are a family of 12 and we live in Manhattan. Why did we move here? Why Manhattan? The cost of living is very high. But we saw no other place where our children's music could thrive.
I really enjoyed watching this! I’m a mom of 9 and have supported my large family of 11 100% online for over a decade. It’s more than possible and you guys are doing great!! I love seeing how the Lord has led your family every step of the way. ❤❤❤
Thank you so much! That is such an encouragement to me!☺️❤️🙏
I really love watching your videos too! You have such energy and joy!❤️
Hi, I am a mother of 9 aswell.. Is there any advice you can give me on how to start something online aswell? I've homeschooling mine until this week. I still have 3 at home 4yrs and younger.. We are also in Harlem.. Any suggestions or advice is very welcomed.. Nicole
I had almost no traction online until Tiktok. But I think that’s because tiktok taught me how to make a little video. Traction in tiktok is hard too, but the barriers to entry are lower. Also I have found that talking to the camera got easier by practicing on tiktok. The best thing is that you can repurpose what you make there on TH-cam shorts as well. TH-cam is really pushing those. I find that things for a mom that do well are things that all moms struggle with, like food, shopping, meal planning, homeschool ideas, cleaning, organizing. I don’t do all of those but I find myself gravitating towards those things when I’m scrolling.
Thank you for your reply.. I will look into that.. I've been wanting to do this for a while. I just haven't started.. Thank you
We came close to homelessness in the pandemic and really struggled to find a landlord that would give us a chance. We have 5 kids and live in Australia. Eventually with 1 week left, a landlord called me up and said he was the youngest of 5 kids and remembered how hard it was for his parents, so he wanted to give us a place!! We’ve been renting from him for 2 years now ❤
Are u a morman?
@JoAnn Wood The word is "Mormon".
What a blessing!
Many people with many children do not think about what happens down the road if one or both parents are out of work or sick or pass away.
@@joannwood9468 that church tbe took the subway too was not LDS. Not sure why they have so many children.
it’s so refreshing to see a family that believes children are a blessing and are more concerned with giving there kids the best than they are with themselves. Will be praying for you all.
Thank you so much! Grateful for your prayers!🙏❤️
If they were concerned about giving their kids the best, they wouldn't have had 10 of them!
They are entitled to have as many children as they wish. They are responsible parents and it’s obvious they are providing a stable environment for their children to thrive in.
@@sgajsgaj There is no way they give each of those children the individual one-on-one attention they deserve regularly. Also, any parent who chooses to exploit their kids on YT is a bad parent to me. Everybody knows how horrible it has been for a lot of children who have been forced to grow up in front of a camera.
You’re certainly entitled to your own opinion. Clearly none of their children are being neglected. They are learning how to cooperate and how to work together as a family. I’d put money in it that their children will become responsible citizens, which is what we need. Far too many children don’t receive the love and attention from their parents , and many are from small families or single parent families.
You and Mark are amazing parents to sacrifice so much for your kids to have every opportunity to further their musical education. Large families get a bad rap, but you'll never regret the sacrifices for the blessings, love and support you all bring to each other!
Thank you so much for your encouragement. 🙏❤️
Large families get a bad rep because nobody needs 10 children. I don't know why they get praised for doing what they should be doing because they chose to bring a new life into this world. Just because they are actually doing this as opposed to the parents who do the bare minimum doesn't mean they are deserving of praise.
It is very unusual to have that many individuals all be so passionate about such a narrow area of music and string instruments. No other musical gifts or art? Or science? Or literature? Ir law?
Josiah wants to go to law school after under grad❤️
The way you live your life sacrificially to give your children better opportunities is truly admirable and heartwarming. ❤
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I hope your family thrives here in Manhattan -- which is not easy. I am a native and know first hand how expensive it is to live here. I would say: Be prepared for amazing -- out of the blue opportunities --- to seemingly occur out of nowhere. You will be amazed! Wishing you and your family the very best!
Thank you so much! We really appreciate your encouragement!❤️🙏
I have so much respect for you and your husband. I am from a family of 11, and I completely understand the hardships. Somehow by the grace of God, we were able to stay housed until we all moved away after school. My daughter and I were houseless for 2 years after I divorced and my attorney ex husband took everything, and refused to pay child support. It was so hard for my little girl who went from a beautiful home and private school to living with people she didn't know. She was in pre-professional ballet, and still at a private school while I had to live at my sisters 90 miles away. A family from the school offered to allow my daughter to stay with them M-F, and the mom was incredibly nice to take her to and from school, and ballet every day. On the weekends I would drive 90 miles to see her, but we had no place to stay, so we stayed at a Korean Spa that sold passes to stay over night, with many Korean families who stayed there for fun. Thank God for that! I'm sure the staff figured out we were houseless because they kicked us out at one point, and said we couldn't come back. That was an all time low in my life. We ended up going to other Korean spa's in the area, and would see the same unhoused ppl like us staying there. Sunday evenings were incredibly hard as I had to drop her off back with the family. We would sit in the car, crying because we had to say goodbye for the week. Too much for a 14 year old to go through. God saw us through though. I honestly still don't understand why He allowed it, but I trust in his ultimate plan. My daughter now lives in NYC! She is definitely a survivor because she moved there with $200 and she has a great job, and a beautiful apartment in Brooklyn/Queens area. Do you have a GOFUNDME?? You should start one for your kids musical expenses. People see this video and want to help. I would love to help, even if it's a little.
God bless you all.
A story of grit, sacrifice and perseverance. Enduring times of struggle and frugality with simplicity for the sake of something greater. Your commitment to giving them the best possible musical foundation speaks loudly of your unconditional love as parents. Truly the biggest inspiration to other parents (me included) watching you on your journey.
Thank you, we are so flawed honestly, but God has helped us in spite of ourselves.❤️
Thank you for sharing your
Story. As a single mom(widow), homeschooling, striving to do Gods will in an often, seemingly Godless world, can be daunting and discouraging. Knowing others are working hard in spite of limited resources and doing it with such enthusiasm and positivity is so encouraging.
God bless your beautiful family 🎶 ❤
Thank you for your words. Yes the whole pandemic thing completely derailed our plans and without assistance during that time we would have drowned. I feel it’s good to experience that in life, because if you never struggle you don’t understand what other people are going through.
This was absolutely inspirational!!
And I was very emotional when you shared the story of the kindness and generosity of your landlord.
Him telling us that he picked us because we had a big family felt like an absolute miracle after the bad situation in San Francisco. It really gave us hope.❤️
Thank you for sharing your story. I love how supportive you and your husband are in investing in your children's futures. It is such an inspiring story.
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Their futures also need to be in areas where they can be income earning adults to support themselves. It might mean more practical financially dependable careers and music as a hobby.
Amber, you have responded to most of these messages. You are such a hard worker! The whole city knows your family, now much of the country. Keep it up! We need to be reminded what it looks like when a family lives their dreams and values. Thank you!
Thank you!🙏❤️
I cannot understand how in the world Ya’ll made ends meet!
Hi Amber (& Mark)
Thank you for telling us your family’s remarkable story of why you moved your family of 12 across country in pursuit of your children’s education and musical opportunities.
Can you make a video about you and Mark’s love of music and what instruments you both play? Instilling a love and appreciation of music in your children, most likely has came from both of you, because you both seem equally invested.
Gaining mastery of one’s instrument(s) is something that parents also play a big part in. Encouraging their children to practice; paying for ongoing lessons and age appropriate instruments; listening to squeaks, shrills, tears, and sour notes. Let alone, making sure each child is prepared and on time for their lessons, auditions, and performances.
Please write a book someday on how you and your husband helped to cultivate musical excellency in all of your children.
Aw thank you! Yes the early stages of music learning are really loud… My husband and I both love music but we didn’t have much instruction as kids. We do play a bit though!When we saw that the kids had such a gift for music as they passed the different stages of their development we wanted them to have the best opportunities available. It’s been a journey but God has been really faithful in the midst. We don’t know the end of the story but we are learning to enjoy each day even though we don’t know the future!❤️
I'd love to watch a video about the two of you too!
Really appreciate you sharing your story with us, im a new subscriber and understand more now. Wishing all the best for your family in music and all the things they wish for in their future! ❤❤❤
Ok that makes sense of why you moved to NYC. Thank you for the explanation. Although it is none of our business' why you moved. But it does help us understand your family better. It is amazing that you are putting your children first.
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You just answered soooooo many questions I've had. And for the record, if anyone is reading this, I WOULD DEFINATELY WATCH A SHOW ABOUT THIS FAMILY! !!! WHY? Because they ARE REAL. No religious oddities, no put on drama for the crowd, no crazies, no child molesting brothers in the closest. A real family that happen to have a lot of kids, and a lot of talent. No doubt the kids argue just like kids do...I'd love to see a weekly show about them.
Aw thank you! Yes the shows are so crazy nowadays!😅❤️🙏
All the stuff you mentioned is probably why a network would find them "boring" lol... don't trust those shows, they only reward bad behavior
Oh my goodness, you and your family have gone through so much yet you still have this amazing outlook on life and you aren't bitter. You are a survivor!
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When I start a family in the future, I hope it’ll be as full of love and support that you all have created with your family. Truly inspiring to watch 💕
Thank you so much. God has been good to us!🙏❤️
Hello from Canada 🇨🇦. Love stories about large families. ❤.
My grandma, uncle, aunt and mom are all buried in a local graveyard. How I would love to hear music playing while visiting their graves.
Praying that God continues blessing your family with health and answering your prayers for financial guidance. 🙏🏼
Thank you! Yes, we made friends with the gardener at the graveyard and he would come and listen in between his tasks.❤️
Maybe just maybe your family will help bring back classical music to the hearts and minds of Americans
It really is an amazing genre. With all the fancy editing that pop music has, classical music can be harder to engage with, but if you give it a chance it’s pretty remarkable!🎶❤️
I pray that your family thrives in NYC and opportunities for success come your way!💞
Love your channel, new subscriber here. My granddaughter does graphic design and she also took up photography. Your husband may do that also and make extra money. It’s very lucrative to do weddings and private photo shoots. Just an idea I had. But I love your family and your children are wonderful and so talented, keep it up. You will get more subscribers. It takes time. I live in Michigan near Detroit. I look forward to your videos and I find them very interesting. Thank you for sharing.❤
Thanks for being so brutally honest. You gained a follower. I would love to bump into your crew!!!
Aw thank you so much!🙏❤️
I am the oldest of 6, I know the hectic love of a large family. Bless all of you. Your amazing family that sacrificed so much for your children. I think it’s wonderful many and prayers to you and your family.
So many parents are just walking away from their kids now days, but your doing what ever it takes to keep your family happy and moving forward to better their lives. I will make sure to follow you on all social media platforms. ❤❤❤
Thank you so much we really appreciate your support and prayers!🙏❤️
This story is wild in a great way! Practicing in the graveyard! Wow!! I loved the story of how God provided for you as you worked your way through life from minimum wage type jobs up to where you are now. God bless you
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I’m so moved by your hardships, your pursuits and your accomplishments, there can’t be a better and positive story. And the smiles from everyone of your family in your videos are so genuine and infectious! Highly recommend everyone watch them, and take in the positivity. Keep on going, pray for God’s continuing Grace, and the best of luck 😊
Your story goes on and on !!
So happy for your family and all you've endured & persevered through. Love watching your kids play their music too. So refreshing in these days. God bless your family!
Thank you so much for your encouragement. We’re so glad God has brought us this far! 🙏❤️
I look forward to watching you & your family find your way - each being his/her best self, honoring God’s will & gift of life! Thanks for sharing! ❤🙏
I love your family and I am grateful to have gotten to know Raul a little bit last year before you guys moved
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Your story is very fascinating. You and your husband seem like such a great team ❤
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you gave so much information..we can take a chance now and leave our comfort zone. thank you!
Thanks for sharing your story so proud you and your family keep doing videos. You got this God is Good all the time
You're Amazing parents. These Children are truly blessed to have you as parents. Beautiful soul's just beautiful Soul's. Happy tears
Blessings to your family from the Father above 🙌 Your family is amazing
Thank you so much!🙏❤️
Oh, darling girl, what an incredible story! Your family is massively inspiring. My daughter and I avidly watch the practice sessions and then she'll go and research the pieces of music we've heard. I wish you all tonnes of luck xx
Thank you so much! That means so much to me!🙏❤️
Just know that you are both are hugely inspiring - really appreciate you sharing your story
Thank you so much!🙏❤️☺️
I have watched/listened to many of your programs. While I enjoy them, they are quite lengthy. You tend to carry on and repeat yourself pretty often. Since you are a unique family; not only is your family large number and extremely talented, you are living in NYC. I wish that you would show us more of your uniqueness (practices, audition struggles, sibling interaction, etc) while living in a very interesting large city. Doing that is smaller pieces would make your videos more 'watchable'. How about Q/A that includes some of the children so that we can get to know them? I admire the courage you have in this endeavor. Keep up the good work !!
Thank you! Yes I’m learning as I go. I used to do more of that on TikTok but I should try it here probably 🙏❤️
Yes, I totally agree with Judy, I would like to see more of New York and each of the children, personalities, interactions and there special talents, just spruce it up a bit.
Love NYC,Bless you and your talented family Looking forward to getting to know more about each of the children.. Tina from Massachusetts
Portuguese people are known for giving people a chance☺️ my grandparents and parents were born and raised in Portugal 🇵🇹 I was born and raised in California 🌴 I wish your family the best ❤️
Talk about being upfront and honest! Love your content…best of luck!
You’re adorable and amazing and I can’t wait to see your family’s dreams all come true!
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You have an amazing story about your family.
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Loved hearing your story. Trusting God can be scary for sure at times but He always provides.
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Such a small world. I saw the Breshears kids play at a masterclass in Chico that I was auditing with a friend of mine. Well, not auditing, more watching. My friend Julie Brown was taking the class. My daughter & I take Cello & violin lessons. Your family is a inspiration ❤
Wow! You know them too! Meeting them was such an inspiration to us. The kids were pretty unmotivated in their practice and the Breshears really helped us get back on track!
God Bless you, Amber. In spite of the setbacks you have experienced over the years, you are holding it together well. You have God in the driver’s seat. It will work out. Thank you for sharing. Your children are beautiful and have a very firm foundation. Keep up the good work!
Thank you! We really appreciate the encouragement 🥰
I listened to your story while getting ready. What an inspiration for others who are trying make leaps of faith.
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Your story of sacrifices make me admire your strong cores values that you’re teaching your children. You have big dreams and you go for it!! This is a story of motivation, Thanks for sharing. Welcome to NYC,I’ve been living here for the past 20 years. I’ll be one of your new subscribers. Love your channel❤️❤️
Thank you so much! We really appreciate your encouragement!🙏❤️
You found an elegant solution. Neighbors really don't appreciate the noise nor should they have to endure it. However, playing in the park, etc. was a considerate solution.
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I just love watching your families journey in NYC. I’m originally from San Diego too. I lived in the LaMesa area/ElCajon area until I settled in Memphis. I can’t imagine the life shock y’all got moving to NYC. You’ve done the right thing for your children though. You are in the right place for artistic children. I’m sure you miss San Diego, I know I do, but financially I couldn’t ever live there again. They don’t call it “The world’s finest city” for nothing! I don’t know much about NYC but I love that the places you show us are THE places I’ve always been interested in.
Aw thank you! Yes perfect weather comes at a price! Rent is high here but thankfully with public transportation we don’t have to pay much in gas!
I’m new so this is a genuine question: what if your children don’t want to pursue music? Would you be ok with that? Please don’t exploit your children, it is not their job to contribute it’s their job to go to school and learn to be good humans and productive citizens. You and their father are the ones that need to provide. Please let them enjoy their childhood while they can. I’m sure you mean well but this doesn’t sit right w me.
I understand. I definitely want the kids to pursue whatever they love. So far most have wanted to pursue music in undergrad. But Josiah is definitely looking at law. Pearl loves to sew, Naomi loves to compose. Their are so many options.
@@TheHappyCaravan you have beautiful children!!!!!
Thank you!
God is good ALL THE TIME! Remain faithful and he will see you thru. I prayed Jeremiah 29:11 over your family. I really enjoy your channel and hope that your family stays encouraged.
Thank you!🙏❤️
Thanks for sharing your story, I like your ramble videos, very interesting insights!
Aw thanks! I need to be more to the point. I’m working on that 😅❤️🙏Thank You for being part of our journey!
Cooking and NY field trips with your family would be wonderful to watch.
Great job! I hope everyone gets a scholarship! I am from NYC, went to school at NEC in Boston, but now live in NM where we now have free college tuition up through the Bachelor’s degree for residents.
Wow that’s so cool!❤️
God will continue caring for you. Stay faithful
I love how you face adventures after adventures with your kids... lots of love from the Philippines 🇵🇭 I'm adding your family to my prayers
Thank you so much!🙏❤️
All I can say is you are an AMAZING family! Wow. And you’re such a loving mother, so I can see why. I’d love to know more about how you homeschool in the midst of all their interests, as well as whether you planned each baby or just left it open for another baby to come … did you always want a large family etc. May the Lord continue to bless and provide for all your needs, it’s very inspiring ❤️
Aw thank you! We usually use spectrum workbooks from Amazon for language arts. We use Aleks for math and usually we buy used history and science books. The kids also love to read and I find if I tell the kids to turn off their screens, the next thing they do is pull out a book. We’ve kind of trusted the Lord for each one of our kids. I’m sometimes a nervous Nellie but God has been faithful. Thank you for your encouragement!❤️
Your children all seem so well adjusted, happy and extremely talented, so you’re doing something right! It’s wonderful to see. We are a family of 7 in the city of Vancouver BC and it’s very rare to see other large families in the city, homeschooling etc. So I enjoy your channel and seeing a large family making it work in the city. God bless you all
She sure can talk! So glad to have found your video and interesting hearing about your family.
❤️🙏Aw thanks! 🥰
You and yours are amazing. God bless you and keep you.😊
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This is such a testimony to your positive outlook and sense of determination. Your children are very lucky. You and your husband sound to have fought tooth and nail for the dream. You work very well together as a family. How wonderful. I love watching your family. Much love from Minnesota. We visited NYC about 5 years ago. I give you so much credit for the hussle you must have . Having a big family in New York I imagine is very expensive.
Thank you for your encouragement!🙏❤️
Thank you for sharing your life with me! I really enjoyed this video and love Your Channel💜
Hi Amber and Marc and kids, new subscriber from Australia! As a mama of kids who play cello and violin, I understand the sacrifices as parents you make to give them opportunities for lessons etc. Your story is very encouraging, and I pray for God’s blessings for your family. Am excited to see his plans for your family in NYC.
Thank you! Yes, I know one way or another God will work it out! I do get REALLY nervous sometimes, but God has been very faithful throughout the years.❤️
Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us. 💜
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Love that you instilled music in your kids
I am a new sub and love watching your content. I cannot believe the trailer park kicked you and your family out during the pandemic!! I do understand people being concerned about some level of noise but I would have let you live at my house just to hear the beautiful music!!! I’m glad it worked out in the end, God is so good and only gives you what you can handle. Your sacrifice for your children is inspiring and you are all in my prayers.
Thank you so much for your encouragement!🙏🥰❤️
Amber! We love what you do. You guys are gutsy, and I admire your faith. We had some turbulence during the pandemic. It was nowhere near what you guys experienced, but I feel like we complained about our difficulties about 100% more than you have, ahaha.
My husband and I teach music lessons full time (piano, cello, violin and viola.) We homeschool and our daughter is 5 years old and practices her tiny cello multiple times per day.
You guys are such an inspiration to us! Thanks for taking us on this journey with you. Just a reminder that when life throws curveballs at you, you pray, practice your instruments, and keep going.😜
Thank you for your encouragement!❤️🙏
I just love your energy! I can definitely see how you can keep up with 9 kids! In fact, you speak so fast at times I could not understand you. You and your family deserve so much happiness and success. I am praying your financial needs will be met beyond your wildest dreams! Much love and happiness to you.
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Thanks for sharing. It’s refreshing to see mom vloggers who are open and honest.
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Not being open about being on welfare
What a great story! You and your partner are so strong for making such big decisions and sacrifices to give your kids the best chance at careers in music! I aspire to be a parent like you!
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Awesome video Awesome sweet dearest friends The Happy Caravan and wow story always lots of hugs and love to you all hope you all are having a wonderful and fun and safe and Blessed day today 😊❤️💕💜
Thank you! I hope your day is blessed and beautiful too!❤️🙏
@The Happy Caravan your welcome awesome sweet dearest friends The Happy Caravan sorry I made a typo I type really fast 😊❤️
Bravo! You are setting your kids up for success! You are teaching them family values and cohesiveness.. I took a chance on a woman who was disabled with children and rented her my four bedroom home and she was a model tenant. When you pray and ask God for guidance or He leads you He does not let you down.
I love what your family is about. Praying for your continued comfort!!
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Amber u are an awesome mom and person ! ❤ U and Marc are awesome parents and sacrificed everything for your kids ! U are raising awesome children and awesome little responsible human beings !!!! Take care u and your family !!!!
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God Bless you and your family. Y'all will no doubt bring joy and light to the world! My son is a college sophomore and hopes to marry the woman he has been courting for 3 years (who he met on Instagram and through zoom bible study and they fly back and forth and stay with our respective families) right after graduation and have a lot of children ( they are both musicians but he will go into mathematics and she will be a conductor or music teacher).
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Best of luck in anything you wishes yourself and your family, find your peace in your adventures, you’re on right track and your story is valuable to tell, be comfortable sharing it.
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I’m praying for abundance for your family. Your walking in such faith of Gods provision for your life, it’s beautiful. Be blessed ❤.
This is so sad at the same time your voice make me feel your a fighter and knew how to go about this not only for yourself but you had to keep it together for the kids and the biggest kid your husband. Your amazing! Keep being you and your love for your family. Before you know it they will all be grown and let you rest.
I know somehow it will all work out❤️
Such a great and informative video!!! Thanks for sharing all the details. Praying for your continued success and provision❤
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Perfect example of God provides. ❤
Amber, your finances are really stretched! Trust in the lord, he always gives us what we need but not always what we want. Blessings 🙏🏻❤️
Yes! Thank you! God has always taken care of us!❤️
I’m so glad this popped up and automatically started after watching a video from “Not Enough Nelson’s”! I’m so intrigued and interested more about this family!
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I just discovered you and your family (thank you TH-cam for the suggestion) I'm a classical music lover and I think kids are a blessins. I'm going to follow your journey and pray for you all.
Much love from Paris, France
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love this so much! listened to every word, interested what came next. Best of luck w continued music education etc.
As a New Yorker I guess I take a lot for granted I would have said yeah come here this is where it's at. It was a greater place under Guliani and even Bloomberg it's kind of a mess now but I'm so glad to see your family is thriving
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Thank you so much for sharing - this was so fascinating. I steer clear of social media, but I do hope you keep posting here on TH-cam! 🙂
Aw thank you! Yes social media can be a real jungle so I understand!❤️
You are so much fun to listen to. I think you are going to be big. Blessings to you and your family.
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I love watching your family here online. Nothing but praise for you all. The struggle is real for sure. You will all be in my prayers daily.
The children are beautiful and well behaved. Wishing you all the best.
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I admire your honesty and values. You have a beautiful family. I agree that there needs to be a lot more modesty. I hope your social media grows.
What a beautiful story of God’s providence. I’m sure you don’t have the time for these types of videos very often but they’re my favorite. I watch all the other ones too though.
Aw thank you! 🙏❤️
i love your mannerisms, it's really comforting and nostalgic to mr. I know this is a weird comment but I've found your sit-down talking videos really comforting. Thank you
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You are such an inspiration on SO MANY levels!!!
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It is exhausting listening to you ramble
Thanks for sharing your story. Love watching your kids play music together.
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Amen 🙏 keep the faith !!
Enjoyed your back story struggle clicked on Costco NYC due to curiosity and now watching your stories
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So interesting to hear your story. Love seeing your family in NYC playing music. ❤
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I feel like a lot of people don't see how music is the foundation of everything. The character building that friends say they got from sports or sororities in college I got from 4th-12th grades in concert, jazz & marching band. Teamwork & problem solving alone is enough that they have the foundation for a success in anything they choose later in life. I'm on Long Island (Nassau county) & in 7th grade a kid moved from Queens & they didn't have music in elementary school so our band director had me help him privately during our normal lesson group because he just wasn't at our level yet. While New York is definitely the place to be you're so blessed that you've been able to make it work financially & were already homeschooling because while our public school programs exist they aren't all created equally.
Yes! Music is so important! I know what you mean about homeschool too. Even the really good public schools allow some kids to fall through the cracks.
I wish you and your family all the luck! You are so cute, this was an awesome video, thank you for explaining everything!
Thank you so much! Sorry I get so jumbled up in my thoughts sometimes!😅❤️
What a interesting journey your family is on, the challenges you have faced with housing is incredible to me. It does sound like you are where you need to be for music and I wish you all the best of luck. I am glad you are in a safe home and Merry Christmas!