Omgosh, when Rocky turned around and waved and yelled, "Love You, Poppa." That's when I lost it. 😢 It takes moments like this that make what you do so heart-warming & heartbreaking. Thanks for what you do for these amazing kids. ❤️
I am a teacher Peter and I love to watch your videos. Over the years I have had foster kids in my classroom. I make it a point to make every child that passes through my classroom feel loved, accepted, seen and heard. I've taught 36 years and there have been times I have seen children in tough situations and I wish I could have done more. You are an amazing human being thank you for what you do for these little ones.
@Now I Am Known she's right, you can tell by how hard it is for you to let go how invested you are in the child individually. You are an angel in a very cruel world. Bless you 🙏 ♥️
You seem like a teacher needed all around this country. Too many of our children are in need of many different kinds of help. My sister has been teaching for decades now, and due to her family dynamics, she’s so open, and assures every child, no matter race, emotional, learning capabilities, family situation is known as a good & valued human being. Thank you, for being that teacher. ❤
Great video, Peter. Thank you. I love Skylar's remark- "He's our brother". That says it all right there. The slumber party was a beautiful idea. The kids will remember that. The ball, with all his friends' names on it, was such a thoughtful transitional gift. Be well, and happy, Rocky.
Peter, this one had me in tears. Especially when Rocky said “Love you, Papa” when he was leaving. Also when one of the siblings said “But he’s my brother”. I hope that Rocky will be happy and safe with his biological family and that he is old enough to remember his time with you.
You are doing God’s work, Peter. It’s not easy but love is never wasted and you are setting up each of your kids for a successful and loving life. Merry Christmas! ❤️🇨🇦
The Goodby part is usually very difficult for me when watching.l always wonder how you are able to handle all those goodbyes after bonding so strongly. I hope the families bring them back for visits.
This vlog was a tearjerker as I watched precious Rocky leave. Thanks for all you do, Peter. Blessings to you and the children for a very Merry Christmas and a healthy, happy 2023.
The little sweet guy is struggling leaving you so he is trying to change the subject and trying to talk about something else. He will probably have some difficulty readjusting to his new environment and being away from you. Heart breaking! He will adjust though if he is well cared for! 🤞
23:20 "I don't want him to move, he's our little brother" aww 😢 🥰 Isn't that traumatic also on the part of the adopted kids who see all the foster kids come and then go and they are left with a broken heart everytime another brother/sister move out? Just hope they move on easily and don't feel hurt that much
When I saw this title, I wasn’t sure if I could get through it. I have buckled more than one little one into a car seat while they screamed for me. Foster care isn’t easy, sometimes it hurts so bad that you feel like you can’t do it anymore. Then the next kid comes and it starts all over again and you keep doing it because the kids and their parents need to know someone is on their side, fighting for them. Thank you for doing the hard work, Peter!! You’re a special daddy! ❤️❤️
I see all these children how could people not love them I seem to be comming across videos that made me sad ROCKY WAS A TREASURE LOVED HIM ALSO 💔🐕💗🐐💖🐿️
I love how Rocky, always called you Papa, such a cutie patootie and so so smart! I know you're going to miss him calling you that Peter. And who's cutting onions!!?? LOL... The goodbye was hard... ugh... Wish this precious little boy happiness and success in life.
I love that you respect the children's Privacy with not showing everyone their little face on camera 🙂 my sister fostered a little boys now adopted him he's such a lovely little boy x
😢 Thanks for sharing this brought back memories when in 1988 we were adopted by my bio dad’s sister and had to leave the family that fostered me and my two siblings. We loved our foster mom so much, we received the most love while in her care.
I'm sure you've heard this before Peter: but if it doesn't hurt to let them go, you're not doing it right. You're doing a great job with your kids. God bless.
It was to see how much the kids love each other. It was great they got to spend their last night together. Happy holidays to you your family Peter. I hope Zay is doing well.
I feel for you immensely Peter. It's hard for us kids but it just as hard for the parents. I am a foster child that has grown out of the system. Just know that Rocky will always know you as his Papa. Nobody will ever take that spot in his heart from you. I cried so hard seeing Rocky go with his Family. But it just means he has soooo many people that love him. From up close to miles away. 💜
Thank you for providing a safe haven for children in need, it's so great to know they are in loving and safe hands during their transition. I know they will never forget it. The rewards are plenty, you are a guardian angel.
My husband and I have thought about fostering for a while now...all of my children are now grown and out of the home. But this is exactly what keeps me from making the final step to actually doing it. The constant leaving of these children that you have grown to love and bond with must be hard mentally. I'm not sure if I could do it honestly.
I felt those "byes". Heard it in your voice. First time kids went home I wanted to quit. I knew it was wrong, I was scared for the kids but it made no sense because they came back a week later. I always worry about the unknown. That I was never able to fix. You are incredibly strong. Give you much earned props. May God always bless you, your home and your children.
That was sad but beautiful thank you so much Peter for sharing your journey with us. I always hope that if the other 2 little's can't go home that you're able to adopt them because you guys are so attached. They love you so much.
Its really sweet when Rocky calls Peter papa.... I'm watching this at 3am Christmas morning here in the Philippines... Merry Christmas Peter and family ❤️❤️❤️
Each time you talk to us, your viewers, you always show through your explanations, talk and explaining to us how it is to be a foster parent your true wonderful love for what you do is shown from your heart❤
I was taking away for my mother at three years old placed in five different foster homes from the age of three today. Just seven then went to a Gruop Home never was adopted out even though was born with the disability, the state decide to drag me through the system. I enjoy watching all your videos. Keep inspiring in adopting and fostering
Oh Peter,while I’m new to your channel, this made my eyes well up with tears. You are a ANGEL on Earth. It takes a very special person to do what you do. You ARE a WONDERFUL person sent by God to do what you do. You make this world a better place. Love you and the kids so much! ❤
I hope that Rocky has a wonderful home and life with his Grandparents. Hopefully you will know over the years how he is doing if his biological family will permit that. There are stories of it not ending well, but I'm believing this will have a beautiful ending!!
Idk how I found your channel, but you really seem like a very incredible person and that in itself is inspiring but also that you are saving kids who don't have a voice. Bless you brother
I had tears with you during the live chat Peter. May you and your family have a blessed Christmas and Rocky with his family too. It is Christmas morning already here in New Zealand as we awake to a sunny day. Although we are in summer I still adhere to the traditional Christmas dinner of a roast and Christmas pudding for dessert but with one addition we MUST have and that is our PAVLOVA! Some European or English people like it to their meringue but it is quite different - Pavlova has a soft centre with a very light crispy outer. Christmas blessings to everyone.🎄🎁🙏🏻✝️🥰
Peter, you are truly amazing, loving, and just plain awesome to be able to go through this difficult experience, and I thank you for showing the real truth of being a foster parent. All the children you have had get to experience the positive side of being a foster child, instead of the alternative. Thank you, again, for sharing your experience with all of us.
My heart ♥️ is so sensitive, I may have such difficulty loving hard, and saying, “Goodbye.” Knowing a little one is being reunited with a “good hearted” family member, or going back to a parent who is desperately waiting for their child’s return would for me, make it easier.
I am planning in the future to foster kids or even consider adopting. First, I'm working on finishing my career and have everything in order to be stable so I can offer all the future kiddos and teens whatever is in God's will my time to support them and offer them all my love and support for a better life. Mr. Peter is a role model for me, and for most people, I give him all the props in the world 👏 because being a great dad, he is a beautiful human being. God bless you, Mr. Peter and all of your kids ❤❤❤❤
Peter I cried with you....this is so sad he is going to miss you like crazy oh my goodness this is hard.....blessings to Rocky and you....and love to the both of you
Oh Peter, you've done it again for another child..it's sad to say goodbye, but some day you will all meet again and share the joys you've had together as a family. May God continue to bless you and these wonderful loving kids who will be wonderful parents as well as leaders in the future all because of you.. Happy New Year Peter and family..💕
Aww so sad to see this little guy leave your family 😢What a great home you gave him!!! I pray that he will settle with his grandparents 🙏 Very moving ..You are such a beautiful man♥️
Rocky loved you Papa. Thank you for what you do for the children like Rocky as it must be very hard to give them back but then again we have them for a reason if not a season. Another liddle soul will need that special place you provide. Much love n respect ~!!!!
I will never know how it feels to have a family you making changes for these children and these teenagers to have a family. That’s a blessing. I wish I could have that.
Peter you are an amazing person. What you did not every willing to do. Saying goodbye can be sad too. It really touch me when he said "love you poppa". Hope he will be doing good in his future aapiration.
Bawling like a baby over here don't mind me...thinking about "our" kiddos and the day we must say goodbye. Thanks for sharing the rawness and journey for us who are trying to prepare for these hard things.
It’s not easy on a good day, but especially at this time of year, it must be even worse. This is a fabulous video to see on Christmas Eve, to remind us all to cherish our families and the memories we have together. Merry Christmas (if you celebrate) and a joyous and happy new year for you and all of your kids. Past, present and future!! ❤🎄🧑🏻🎄🎅🏿🎄
