This boy has more emotional maturity than most adults I know...

@pgaquigz1125

3 жыл бұрын

Dumb comment

@Hboogie182

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah a bunch of SJW adults.

@Bravesteel25

3 жыл бұрын

@Sky Captain Revolution is born of hardship.

@phil_matic

3 жыл бұрын

@@pgaquigz1125 which comment is dumb to you?

@kristis4571

3 жыл бұрын

I love those kids!

we grew up in the poorest area in Orlando. My parents, especially my mother pushed all 7 of us to seek education. She called me Dr. Shirley all the time and now look.... its official now!

@TwoTrees777

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats my Sister! So proud of you! Now go and be great! God Bless

@Amariellah

3 жыл бұрын

seriously congrats what kind of Doctor and how did you pay for college

@lizsmith4104

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations 👏

@buttercupj6208

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations 🎊🎆🎊 God bless you and your family 🙏

@kf-1891

3 жыл бұрын

That is amazing, congratulations! I’m sure you make your parents very proud!

*I was homeless, got into drug's went to prison and then I got to know Jesus and he changed my life...Heaven came through for me in my finances too, getting $50,000 in 2months . I can support God's work and give back to my community. God is absolutely more than enough! Now I have a new identity and a child of God*

@EliasVerschueren

7 күн бұрын

Hello how do you make such monthly ?? I'm a born Christian and sometimes I feel so down of myself because of low finance but I still believe in God.

@Clara46630

7 күн бұрын

What a testimony!!! 🙏🙏🙏I'm genuinely curious to know how you earn that much monthly

@YanaSimon754

7 күн бұрын

I work at a restaurant here in Houston Texas. Things have been really difficult as I'm a single mom and trying my best to pay bills and take care of my daughters.

@KimKoskinen

7 күн бұрын

I started pretty low investing in forex though with $2000 thereabouts. The returns came massive. Joey is in school doing well, telling me of new friends he's meeting in school. Ava Brenda Harry is a Blessing to my life

@SebastianLee-wz9qx

7 күн бұрын

I know this lady just mentioned here . She's really good with and on her job. She's helped a couple of families and individuals' finances

The way that baby cried for his teacher let’s you know she was an amazing teacher !!

@DanielaBodoh

Жыл бұрын

That broke my heart. You can tell he admired her and she made a positive impact on him.

@jimlahey7742

11 ай бұрын

She was my 6th grade teacher and waived the fee for my school trip bc my family didn't have the $250, she was awesome

@bandolinaful

11 ай бұрын

I've been blessed enough to have teachers like that. ❤

@FATBOY2222

5 ай бұрын

That broke my heart.

@thecatandrabbit6988

5 ай бұрын

That broke my heart.

The most expensive thing is to be poor in America

@girlinthesouth850

3 жыл бұрын

SO true!!!

@Paco1337

3 жыл бұрын

Come to Balkan and say that again,worst part is that your passport is not accepted anywhere

@bruceclark5627

3 жыл бұрын

That's due to the fact that,even under the so called "poverty line",your standard of living is higher %90 of the rest of the planet.

@fritzies.6373

3 жыл бұрын

This is already poor??? Go to the Philippines and watch this again.

@virgie4715

3 жыл бұрын

You damn right. I’ve laid down at night not knowing where my next meal was coming from, I hated it for my boyfriend. We were both out of work at the time, I’m blessed to say we both have a stable income for the time being. I was an adult, it hurt me. It kinda traumatized me in a way because I’m still weird with food and wasting anything. My family is a middle class family, it infuriates me the way they waste. I couldn’t imagine being a child or having children and being in the situation we were in. I pray we never have to go through that again. This just makes me cry. I wish I could take all these families, give them a home and a reliable vehicle for those who need it, and a stable job. Or just a stable job of that’s all they need. I just wish I could do something. ):

Asking God to forgive me for every time I've been ungrateful.

@bridget5180

3 жыл бұрын

Seriously feel the same now too

@joshpoppie6305

3 жыл бұрын

Yes same here. Everything counts. So many things you don’t think of, until you’re the one providing.

@MsBodaciousB

3 жыл бұрын

For real!!!

@jeromenestor4318

3 жыл бұрын

A lot people are very ungrateful, including me at times

@WandeeNorwood

3 жыл бұрын

Hi

The way Shawn's sister looked at him with concern when he was crying after hearing his teacher passed away... my heart 🥺💜

The mom shouldn’t give her son the role of brother father. That adult responsibility that he shouldn’t have.

@whitneyallman8365

Жыл бұрын

Yes however I thought that was sweet

@VeeFoster

2 ай бұрын

Very true. I can't stand to see single mothers who turn their kids into adults while they're still kid. And it's all because the mother and father made bad choices.

@AA-iy4gm

Ай бұрын

Parentification isn't sweet, it sets up kid for issues later in life that they didn't deserve.

@VeeFoster

Ай бұрын

A mother shouldn't turn her kid into an adult because she made bad choices.

@aj529

Ай бұрын

Well now she has no choice.

Most Americans don't realise how close they are to living like these people. Most are probably 2-3 steps of bad luck away. And yet they have no sympathy for these sweet people.

@adielstephenson2929

3 жыл бұрын

@ufoguyspaceman And who's going to pay for all that? You already have rent assistance in place plus 48% of the US population on benefits of some kind. That's already a massive distortion of market forces. You need to rethink that statement.

@adielstephenson2929

3 жыл бұрын

@ufoguyspaceman No, you're very far from that. Don't underestimate the power of capitalism. Most Americans are still hopelessly wedded to the American dream.

@TrollinOn22s

3 жыл бұрын

70% don't have $1000 for an emergency, so yes many of us could end up homeless, but I make automatic 401k deductions to ensure I can go a couple years without a job.

@XantinwoX

3 жыл бұрын

@ufoguyspaceman ok commie

@jamesmcduffie5889

3 жыл бұрын

I'M HOMELESS AS I TEXTS THIS, SINCE LOW INCOME HOUSING PROGRAM RATE HAS WENT UP AND I DON'T EVEN KNOW IF SECTION EIGHT EXIST! I BEEN IN AND OUT THE SHELTER! I WENT THROUGH THE HOUSE PROGRAM, AND I'M ON A FIX INCOME! ME PERSONAL BEING IN THE SHELTER AND TO HAVE MY STUFF STOLEN FROM ME IN ALL SHELTERS, THE EMERGENCY SHELTER FOR THE WINTER BROKE THE CAMELS BACK THEY TOOK ALL MY BELONGINGS! NOW AS FAR AS THE HOUSING PROGRAM I HAD TO START OVER AGAIN, I'M ON THE HOUSING LIST! I'M ON THE STREET AND NOW SINCE THE PANDEMIC IS HERE, THE SHELTER IS OFF THE TABLE! I HAVE SOME HEALTH ISSUES, CONJESTIC HEART FAILURE, AND HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, AND ASTHMA, I GET EFFECTED LIGHT OUT FOR ME, FLAT OUT! I BEEN LIVING ON THE STREET FOR YEAR AND HALF! GOD HAVE BEEN COVERING ME! THIS TO SHALL PASS!😇😇😇 GIVE GOD THE PRAISE!🙏🙏🙏🙏

Nothing would make me happier than finding out how successful Shawn is 20 years from now.

@stephanieleigh8981

3 жыл бұрын

Love this comment ♥️♥️

@kathyabel5338

3 жыл бұрын

Shawn is an amazing young man.praying that he will be a successful adult. He has a good head on his shoulder and a good heart.

@Whattowear

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed shawn is so sweet and hardworking

@girlfromsouth214

3 жыл бұрын

He seems like such a likeable young man. The compassion he shows towards his mom, sister, and teacher who died is admirable. His mom should be very proud of the kind and hardworking person she is raising. At the end of the day, this matters far more than money.

@heathertate2766

3 жыл бұрын

These kids touched my heart. If I could heal the world for them I would💜💜

Shawn’s insight and introspection is impressive. For such a young man to have the self awareness in any socioeconomic condition would be exceptional but the fact that he’s dealing with poverty, a loss of his teacher etc, is profound. I hope life becomes easier for him and his family.

@thecatandrabbit6988

5 ай бұрын

I was very impressed with him. He will go far in life.

@charles2521

4 ай бұрын

Meanwhile the Stolen Lands of America speends US$1.5 billion only in propaganda to defame East Asia. Not to mention trillions in wars, coups d'état and proxy terrorism.

I got divorced and my ex husband still took excellent care of our child. I reminded her constantly how lucky she was that no matter what her Dad loved and cared for her. He had her once a week and every other weekend. A few weeks in the Summer. We shared holidays. He gave me my child support check every month without having to be asked. He bought half her clothing throughout the year. He loved his time with her. Our child died at age 12 in an accident. We will never recover from that but we have no regrets on how we treated her. How can the fathers of all these children not even care enough to make sure their children don't starve?

@katiebanks7460

Жыл бұрын

Thank you sharing your story. And I'm sorry that you lost your daughter.

@lauraann7816

Жыл бұрын

@@katiebanks7460 thank you for your kind reply 💖

@kcflygirl29

Жыл бұрын

I am sorry for the loss of your precious daughter. I had the same experience with my ex. My daughter and I were lucky. Praying for you

@lauraann7816

Жыл бұрын

@@kcflygirl29 thank you 😊

@rc6888

Жыл бұрын

That’s what a real man does…I’m sorry for your loss

McDonalds has its problems, but offering free lunch to school-age kids is pretty cool. For some, that may be all they eat in a day.

@AlexxWoodwick

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Any food is better than no food. I do wish they would add more fresh options to the menu though. I hope they never stop offering this

@kmoore4896

3 жыл бұрын

Factsssss!!!

@liztrainer895

3 жыл бұрын

Where is this particular McDonald’s ?

@julija5564

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlexxWoodwick so why McDonalds do not offer free food for school agde kids in Europe? in Russia? in Azerbaijan? Does it mean USA is poorest country in the world?

@BWSO

3 жыл бұрын

It's awesome that, that particular McDonald's did do that but McDonald's are franchise's so it's the Owner and that is amazing. I wish I could help all 3 families....

When the boy lost his teacher... this proves how our educators impact the youth.

@Kiz-0

3 жыл бұрын

Would you rather him loose his teacher or loose his life?

@christinefaul3811

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kiz-0 seriously? That's all you have to say? The kid clearly liked that teacher. Grow up.

@Kiz-0

3 жыл бұрын

@@christinefaul3811 bo hoo a lot of kids like their teacher not just him but they should still stay home as many kids have resptory problems.

@midorihamilton6232

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kiz-0 insensitive

@Cambrry

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kiz-0 your disgusting

I have tears in my eyes...strawberries. The young lady's desire was for strawberries--something we grab and throw in our carts without a second thought. That was her source of joy, getting a $2.50 container of strawberries to eat. I am so hurt by this. I will be looking up local food banks tomorrow to see how I can help.

@AccessoriesAddict5528

Жыл бұрын

I found it quite interesting though that they had the latest hairstyles, phones, new sneakers, nails done, and designer handbags.

@PurpleGlamx3

Жыл бұрын

@@AccessoriesAddict5528 ​ it looks like they lived comfortably before their mother was out of work. Were they supposed to sell the only remaining belongings they had? The mother probably has a cosmetology license b/c she is a nail tech, thats why nails/hair is done. Do you want them to be unkempt b/c they fell on hard times?

@AccessoriesAddict5528

Жыл бұрын

@@PurpleGlamx3 Ebony dear, I just commented that it was interesting. Relax. ✌🏽

@PurpleGlamx3

Жыл бұрын

@@AccessoriesAddict5528 it wasn’t “just a comment”, it was condescending. Judging their priorities b/c they have nice things as if they shouldn’t since they fell on hard times temporarily. Sometimes we should just be mindful of how the things we say come across.

@AccessoriesAddict5528

Жыл бұрын

@@PurpleGlamx3 I said what I said. Sweet Dreams. ✌🏽

My heart goes out to all these kids. As the son of divorced parents I know exactly what it feels like to be thrown into poverty. As a single mom, I remember her working so hard and never giving up. There were times when I wondered if my brothers and I were going to make it. We did and I am approaching retirement as a lawyer today.

@ses-ei7oc

8 ай бұрын

Wow, congratulations!

3 stories, 6 children, ( 0) fathers 🤦🏽‍♀️. Fathers need to step up this is sickening!!. The kids are awesome

@yoshuadhebrew135

3 жыл бұрын

I agree , but the blame is still on the Mother. Before she became the mommy, she had options. A" get with the nerdy, unpopular, lame dude whos only concern school, a job, and being a future family man. B" You get with Tommy whos popular, likes weed, appeals to your immature rebellious side ( seems fun) , doesn't have future financial goals, already ran though a bunch of other girls , but your baddest , so he'll never leave you. Inspired Musician though they lack real skills , but pays the bills via Drug dealing or Theft. Which are lifestyles most women ignore, but that " Bad Boy " flare just convinced you that he's better in BED than option " A". This here is the outcome of CHOOSING option "B", then later findin that opt "A" would have been better for your kids , who youre now single with and through gossip find out opt " A" is a monster in Bed with the " Equipment" to match.. Again they're struggling due to poor life choices..

@yoshuadhebrew135

3 жыл бұрын

They lost me with " Blaming being BLACK, for crappy choices"

@spacedog7513

3 жыл бұрын

@@yoshuadhebrew135 r/inceltears

@Hamstlanda

3 жыл бұрын

Or we need to normalize women working high paying jobs, encourage young girls to become engineers,pilots,lawyers,accountants etc so if they choose to have a family they have a high paying trade they can use to provide for their children regardless if the father is in the picture. Because absentee fathers are going to keep happening.

@jameswells-uk6qu

3 жыл бұрын

How about these women quite having multiple children..does nobody know how babies are made..the benefits single women get w kids is a lot compared to single men who are ordered to pay child support. They get Nothing but are expected to pay at least $700 per month for a 2 child mother..and he has to pay rent n utilities and food n gas...people Never think of the men only in deadbeat dads. Wake up people. The blame is on both parents but only women get assistance!

Shawn is such a sweet child. I hope this world doesn’t break his spirit.

@gloriaterry333

3 жыл бұрын

It won’t it will make him stronger. I am a first generation Immigrant and all my siblings and I were very poor and sometimes homeless because our own uncle ripped us off. We were 9 and we all worked in the fields. We are strong and we all work still every one is either a professional or a business owner or both . Thanks to God.

@marchi.fleming

3 жыл бұрын

They live so near me, it's all I can do not to go find him and squeeze him till he pops 😭😭 (that might be frowned upon, however lol). That he spoke so highly of his teacher says a lot abt her as well, RIP Ms. Manners.

@wonderwonderful5351

3 жыл бұрын

That's why Black Lives Matter! So he will grow-up as a man without fear.

@naishamorales6574

3 жыл бұрын

God bless these families 🙏 Shawn is a bright young man!

@shannonbradley4699

3 жыл бұрын

@@naishamorales6574 It broke me when he cried after hearing about is teacher passing away. I hope he does well. He is such a sweet kid.

My family consisted of mom,dad and 9 children. We lived out in the country in an old brick house with no a/c or heating. Winters were rough as our only source of heat was a fireplace in the living room. The house was a 2-bedroom only. We were poor. My mother would sew our dresses and she would take pride in her work. My father worked 7 days a week to support the family. He was a proud man. He never wanted any government assistance. We didn’t have much. But, we never went hungry and always had clothes and shoes. As children we didn’t know how poor we were because we had each other and we’re happy with what little we had. At a very young age of 8 yrs old I learned to make home made corn tortillas. Later I learned to sew my own clothes. We didn’t ask for much. We knew our parents were doing their best.

@isabelpintado9535

Жыл бұрын

That amazingAbout u parents!!!!!!in this documentary I see food, shelter,iPhones, nice nails, computers, been different color has nothing to do I think is all about respect to others if you respect everyone will respect you! My family is only husband and son and we work hard for my son REALLY HARD! Harder than a normal person!

@ckite5424

Жыл бұрын

Not an easy life. But a life of dignity & self reliance. I always admire families like yours. And though my family was solidly middle class, as a child I had friends whose lifestyle was more similar to yours. I always felt welcome in their homes and even at a young age was impressed by how they made life fun & comfortable as possible within their limited resources.

@irishpatti3152

Жыл бұрын

Yes. My four siblings and I are first generation Irish and 1st generation to go to college. Not saying that everyone needs college, but maybe a trade or vocational school is helpful. We didn't have extra & did without, unless we couldpay for it. I know my sister and I had paper routes & babysitting. We all worked hard year-round & paid off every student loan. Our house was a 2br ranch with one bathroom. You learned sharing and helping always. One car, which my parents shared. Waited for rides or walked. Our little subdivision was a bit different as we changed elementary schools 4 times!!! And that is difficult for a young child. Lots of bullying about my skin & hair color. I think adversity teaches perseverance.

@maryelinroca2759

Жыл бұрын

Im sorry for all this but 9 kids!!! That’s the issue. Don’t have so many kids if u can’t take care of 1 !!!!!

@danielleschiazza6172

Жыл бұрын

My grandparents had 10 children! They had it somewhat rough, my grandfather worked 2 jobs but 10 children!! That is a lot of mouths to feed. They got by though and my dad, aunts and uncle's were able to be in sports and go to catholic school but that meant a lot of sacrifices. I don't know how they did it but they did. My grandmother made dresses and did alterations at home while she raised the kid's. I think being poor now a day's is probably a little more difficult compared to back then in some ways.

I feel so bad for Laiyken. That’s basically exactly how I felt in school; unable to concentrate well, reading paragraph after paragraph of textbooks but the facts never sticking, feeling I was just not smart enough. She really needs meds and likely counseling. Very few people take ADHD in girls seriously, and it’s crucial to get a handle on it young, I didn’t get my diagnosis until I was in my 20s.

"I was held back because I was not smart" What a tragic thing to make or allow a child to believe.

@allisonovo

3 жыл бұрын

agreed

@dudewheresmycar7961

3 жыл бұрын

Right... that would without a doubt affect a child’s mentally. Trust me that’s a awful feeling. That’s why I’m not gonna let my future child experience that feeling.

@lisasnyder2811

3 жыл бұрын

Her mother allows her not to take the medicine that would help her focus.

@kathyabel5338

3 жыл бұрын

Why does her mom allow her to wear a shirt that shouts COKE all over it. She it's a soft drink, but be real, you and I both know what it applies.

@allisonovo

3 жыл бұрын

Kathy Abel that’s such a stretch don’t even go there

That Shawn is really a special child. I wish nothing but the best for him.

@anitra7180

3 жыл бұрын

A beautiful child he is ❤️ from the inside out

@michellesmith1269

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!! It broke my heart to know how much weight he carries for his family. Such a sweet boy!!

@giovannigiudice1078

3 жыл бұрын

They may be poor in monetary terms but they are wealthier than most with the love that they have.

@sheilaray2888

3 жыл бұрын

@@giovannigiudice1078 agreed

@valeriebrazell7699

3 жыл бұрын

He is such a good boy I’m praying for all of you god bless you

What an amazing little man Shawn is! Beautiful boy indeed. My heart cries for these families. I wish we humans could learn to accept, support and help each other. Imagine how different life could be.

@joan6984

4 ай бұрын

Dogs are kinder

@Jojo01171

Ай бұрын

So sad, little kids should not be growing up that fast💔

My heart broke when the kid talked about how great Mrs matters was and then shortly after found out she passed away and started crying, he just got done explaining how important she was. Damn.

When that young man wept for his teacher, that broke me.

@jmlewis435

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I was crying

@alfredfrazier1807

3 жыл бұрын

Me2

@dp6970

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it broke my heart.💔

@basilleavesandhoneybees483

3 жыл бұрын

I am a retired teacher and I’m in tears....

@proverbs31woman31

3 жыл бұрын

Me too 😭

We waste 50% of our food and yet our own people starve. That's inhumane.

@nancydavis4456

3 жыл бұрын

There should be no people starving in this country with the food pantries, homeless shelters, free meals (up to 3 a day at school even during the closures), food stamps, etc. Even McDonalds is giving away free meals to children.

@brainwashingdetergent4128

3 жыл бұрын

Who is starving? Where? I dont believe it.

@andrewmann4067

3 жыл бұрын

Some of these kids are overweight, not starving gtfoh

@Chamelionroses

3 жыл бұрын

@@brainwashingdetergent4128 homeless and some out there. Not as bad as third world but many have malnutrition. Much good health stuff is not easy to get to because transportation is arm and leg of cost even for public transportation. Choosing between food, healthcare, and travel...bills are like that some times.

@Chamelionroses

3 жыл бұрын

@@andrewmann4067 yeah some. Some because health reasons and not just for food reasons. Just cause a kid looks fat does not mean it it is because junk food.

Sean..poor baby, he must’ve had such a wonderful teacher. His reaction was heartbreaking, these people deserve so much more.

My heart just breaks for these families. These moms who are trying to keep their families together get all the respect. I can’t even imagine how hard that is.

Crystal is so lucky to have Shawn for a son. “I’m listening” ...how respectful. He’s an incredible kid

@LovelyAndTrue

3 жыл бұрын

He comes from a good tree, good mama made a good boy.

@nuttybar9

3 жыл бұрын

Or you can end up helping others.

@sadiebestdogever4982

3 жыл бұрын

His mom is lovely too. No coincidence.

@dgaleana2009

3 жыл бұрын

That's kid going to do amazing thing I hope the best for him

@unicornsslime5624

3 жыл бұрын

Woah

When Shawn started to cry when he heard his teacher Mrs, Matter passed away cause of cancer it broke my heart 💔😢

@mevans3291

3 жыл бұрын

That's exactly where I paused it! Took a breather and will be back soon!

@pittiesmom10

3 жыл бұрын

Poor kiddo, he has a soft heart

@shaunm3221

3 жыл бұрын

As a cancer survivor myself this got to me too 😪

@ShamSham-xu6vm

3 жыл бұрын

That literally made me cry

@kamikazekid94

3 жыл бұрын

I cried as well you can tell he really cared and appreciated his teacher what a kind young man. Shawn I wish you well hang in there I will pray for you and your family. Much love brother

I cried when I saw Shawn cry for his teacher. I send hugs to these families and pray their situation gets better. I get mad thinking about why the fathers aren’t there to help their family out. It is not easy being a single mom. I have been there.

My Godmother - who has a scholarship to help young Black men get some money for college - asks a genuine question for families in poverty, "Where are the men?" That question holds power in this documentary. As a man, it just makes me sick to see these kids abandoned by their father. There are so many men out there who don't have kids who could make great fathers, and so many fathers are out there who should never have had children in the first place. Just a damn shame.

Anyone noticed that NONE of these kids complain about their lives? They are so strong and mature...its unreal how so many of us have more than we should and sometimes forget how privileged we are :(

@the_unconventional_Indian77

3 жыл бұрын

I am from India and yes African American people suffer lot as white too. We need to be kind towards eachother as we are human race at the end

@urfavchickenlegs8797

3 жыл бұрын

@@the_unconventional_Indian77 poverty in india is way worse than that one on the video.

@claudinesteenberge4920

3 жыл бұрын

Being a poor mother myself, i teach my kids to be grateful for all we do have..a roof over our heads, food on the table, and live in our hearts. Never have they complained about being poor..of course they have wants like the next person, but how they handle it amazes me. I try to stay humble, but am proud of them, my heart smiles that they are happy, even in trying times

@Iamsoul00

3 жыл бұрын

@@urfavchickenlegs8797 Poverty anywhere sucks for those inflicted! Let’s not compare, just do your part to make it better.

@airwaveshorizon

3 жыл бұрын

@@the_unconventional_Indian77 stop bringin race everywherw duh 😒, thats lame, the OP doesnt even talk about race, she talked about the kids in the video

What a shame, all these kids going through a hard time without their fathers. The fatherlessness in this country is a pandemic too and men need to do better.

@davidmcneil6198

3 жыл бұрын

The best

@angeloreyes1951

3 жыл бұрын

How about not giving sole custody to the mother? If it was split custody at least men would have a reason to contribute, but the current situation treats men as ATMs rather than a parent. Let the damn men see their children.

@FatBoy42069

3 жыл бұрын

Kekkai coming from a person who grew up in a broken home the courts gave my meth addiction literal neonazi mother custody over my dad for 9 and a half years because my dad worked.

@diyside

3 жыл бұрын

@@FatBoy42069 So sorry. I've heard that before where courts favors the mother. But I know of other people whom their fathers just chose to be irresponsible including my own father and my wife's father.

@katec708

3 жыл бұрын

preach

All of these MIA dads need to be held responsible as well!! 😡

@stephaniemartin-ward4578

Жыл бұрын

Right? Where are the fathers?

@ValTheGal1960

11 ай бұрын

Yes!

@chrisballard5743

2 ай бұрын

The women pick these deadbeats. I'm sure they came across better men they probably didn't want.

It hurts my heart so much seeing Shawn have to be a father figure to his sister. My brother was to me looking back I remember he didn’t ask for anything if I wanted something in the store, he would ask for less for Christmas so I could get more. He shouldn’t have had to do that for me but he did and I’m so grateful for him.

I like ALL these kids, but Shawn really stood out to me, he's really taking on a huge burden helping his mom and being that "man" of the house. Brought tears to my eyes when he found out his favorite teacher passed.

@skypie5374

3 жыл бұрын

Me too 🥺

@karab.4178

3 жыл бұрын

Same, I’m a teacher and it’s a good reminder of how I can make an impact in my student’s lives. It broke my heart, he’s such a lovely young man.

@plum_loco

3 жыл бұрын

I see him doing things to rise out of the poverty.

@robertcuminale1212

3 жыл бұрын

It's not fair to him. I went through that being "the man of the house" whenever my father was in the hospital. I hustled nickles and dimes delivering groceries or picking them up for seniors on the block. I delivered chickens and eggs or a Long Island fresh chicken company, I sold junk I'd found and gave it all to my mother. My school work failed and I never had a youth. No playing, no friends. I had too much responsibility. Kids need to be kids while they're kids. His mother like mine laid a heavy guilt trip us.

@f.6347

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

I know one thing: whatever woman ends up with the adult Shawn is gonna be set with a straight up Man. I hope that kid goes places.

@manuelitosinatra9456

3 жыл бұрын

Or man ✌🏻

@US_BLack_Six

3 жыл бұрын

@@manuelitosinatra9456 in the video, the girl gets 10 thousand dollars and considers herself poor I live in Russia with my mother in a 3-room apartment and there is a dacha but we get in Russia my mother lives on welfare and gets $ 144 a month and I work 6 hours every day and get$ 171 but you still need to pay for an apartment somewhere 92$ a month and also pay for a dacha somewhere a year 78$ so think about how much your country America is really a great country. And you also need to buy food in order to live

@LaurenOpara101

3 жыл бұрын

@@US_BLack_Six $10,000 in the US is not the same as $10,000 where you are, cost of living varies from country to country, there is not an apartment anywhere in the US that is less than $350 a month, most cities rent starts around $500 a month ($6000/year) unless you are renting just a room

@harlynroyce9279

3 жыл бұрын

@@LaurenOpara101 rent where I live in the USA is about $1,200 for a decent one bedroom

@ted1091

3 жыл бұрын

@@manuelitosinatra9456 thank you. I was thinking exactly the same thing.

The 2 teen girls with their mom, I am so impressed at how mature they are.

@taylorm1997

Жыл бұрын

well they had to grow up kinda fast

@tiffanyribbons

11 ай бұрын

@@taylorm1997so true. At the age of 12 I was catapulted into poverty, and I had to grow up way faster than any other kids my age. At the age of 12 I had to take care of a newborn and my 10 year old brother, because my Mom was a newly single mother and had no one to help. Learned how to take care of children instead of learning how to divide fractions.

@Shenequeca-jn8cp

9 ай бұрын

@@taylorm1997 They are very mature for their age you just saying that because they black

The teacher who taught me how to read holds that place in my heart.

Kudos to the people who agreed to be filmed and share their lives with us. That takes a lot of courage.

@danielboucher5785

3 жыл бұрын

well they got paid to help them out

@truckerwellnesssusa

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the exact same thing. Especially these young kids with bullying being such a problem these days. You really got to give credit to them for being on camera. As a matter of fact, I'm positive their strength from being filmed will propel them to future success.💫

@vickicarnes6860

3 жыл бұрын

I hope by doing so they are able to get help.

@senoracheapee1864

3 жыл бұрын

Facts

@MsLH208

3 жыл бұрын

Truth

When the Boy started crying when he found out his teacher passed ..Really crushed my heart ..he's such an innocent boy it's not fair someone like him and his family are going thru this...Praying for them

@rosemarycarter3157

3 жыл бұрын

It's not fair for any family to be growing through this. Especially in America

@browneyedgirl4637

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it broke my heart too. God bless a teacher who can touch a child in such a way. I pray he has a great future.

@DJG0214

3 жыл бұрын

Yes that was hard to watch that baby hurt. God I wish I could financially help someone.😞

@devindavidson3976

3 жыл бұрын

Praying is nice but helping/donating/volunteering doing something to help those in need is what's better.

@martinmarie380

3 жыл бұрын

@@devindavidson3976 I help the needy at least once a day .ur right Praying is awesome but action will change people's lives

Shawn is very mature for his age. Such an amazing kid.

Not me crying along with Shawn. 😢 He is a pure soul. I really hope that the world doesn't kill his light.

What makes me sad are these kids saying “we.” “We can’t afford to...” “We don’t have...” “We couldn’t keep our house...” “We ran out of money...” These kids are taking on adult situations at no fault of their own.

@DK-zu6tt

3 жыл бұрын

@Aimee Webber probably also considers herself to be Christian. SMH. Poverty causes trauma and affects a developing brain. It's been widely documented, because they kids live in a stress induced fight or flight response constantly.

@latinamarie80

3 жыл бұрын

@Aimee Webber oh heck no, dear lady you didn’t just type that mess.. Who are you to judge someone?, make sure ur closet is clean before u open ur mouth. You don’t really know the whole situation!

@auntjenifer7774

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that's what happens when parents can't pay the bills, happened to myself as a child.

@rreynolds4315

3 жыл бұрын

Children aren't stupid. They understand a lot more than we give them credit for, especially now with all this access to information.

@ronnorris7821

3 жыл бұрын

SO GET A JOB, they are out there

"I feel drained and dark." This, from a child. That is terribly sad, and I hope they can find stability soon. These kids are wonderful.

@Mario_N64

3 жыл бұрын

That lack of stability messes with your head at an early age. Trust me, it changes you.

@aureliaseak2160

3 жыл бұрын

Our congress and trump have failed to keep USA safe and secure.

@savedbygracethrufaith1023

3 жыл бұрын

@angela ward I'm so sorry I've had a rough childhood as well stay strong and know that you've overcome those hard times ❤️

@winecrimesfoodandtime7119

3 жыл бұрын

@@Mario_N64 yes indeed

@user-nb3ui8zj4r

3 жыл бұрын

Dang you have for real never heard that before from a kid. It’s very very popular where I live.. I was way more poor than any of the kids in this video, except it was for my whole life.. I knew a kid in 8th grade way before COVID that had both her arms covered in self harm scars, and I’ve seen plenty more.. I could never do the whole cutting thing. But I found that working out, punching or hitting myself, or burning or freezing my hands in water or a really cold shower would help... it’s not a Covid problem... it’s an America problem

I hope these kids make it. That little girl who said she cant imagine living this way , I pray she holds tight to her determination. If you see this , keep going sweetheart. You can do it

That Candy lady is so sweet, people like her deserve so much more recognition for what they do.

Well, I lost it when that boy broke down after losing his favorite teacher. Damn, some people get more than their share of hardships in life.

@linhn9434

3 жыл бұрын

Hearing him break down made me cry

@toriagiro9519

3 жыл бұрын

@@linhn9434 Me too. He is such a sweety. He didn't deserve all of that.

@pearlcrystal7802

3 жыл бұрын

Bruh I cried ...

@winecrimesfoodandtime7119

3 жыл бұрын

True

@machinagirl

3 жыл бұрын

Same. 😩

The fact that some people in these comments think Shawn is "doing too much" by being there for his mom and sister is a prime example of how screwed up America is. THEY'RE FAMILY. SHE'S HIS MAMA and that's his SISTER. All they have is each other. These times and his character are creating a great heart, mind and soul for him. God blessed him and I'm glad he is doing what family should do for each other.

@hatxdal

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tiffanyoneill90

3 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY right--and that little girl may be what keeps him going when he wants to give up some day. I was a kid like this. Dad left, mom was on drugs and welfare. One day someone told me that my life would not always be like it was. They were right. Today I am rich by comparison, even though I'm just middle class to everyone else. I wish I could tell Shawn the same. He will be a better human for going through this.

@yegrandboss1114

3 жыл бұрын

@@tiffanyoneill90 I'm so happy you came out on top Love 💖.

When Shawn said there aren’t many people here my “ color” That broke my heart baby you’re just as important and beautiful as ANYONE else !!!

This was a great documentary. As someone who grew up in Indiana with racist family, I was never exposed to African American culture or any kind of culture really until my late teenage years, and this made me cry thinking about how generational racism is, with my son coming soon I’m so glad I can be the one to break the chain.

@lisalarouge6309

7 ай бұрын

I don’t understand why the black mom didn’t work. Did I miss something?

Shawn is such a beautiful person. I hope he goes places

@nabranestwistypuzzler7019

3 жыл бұрын

More like all of them.

@mannyzification

3 жыл бұрын

I would really like to help these families..do we know how to get in touch with them..is there a organization..?

@annemndzap

3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@kenyaouko7388

3 жыл бұрын

Fr.. He'll be a great husband

@eboneephillips667

3 жыл бұрын

@@mannyzification let me know if you find out any details on supporting these families. I also would like to support them anyway possible.

The boy from Ohio who’s taking care of his family gonna be a damn good dad one day.

@mystique4eva990

3 жыл бұрын

NO..How bout a Dam Good "MAN"

@muhammadisdeadjesusisrisen4216

3 жыл бұрын

@@mystique4eva990 . Because he’s a child silly

When Shawn found out about Ms. Matters and started crying I started crying 😞💔 you don’t find teachers that truly care especially when you’re going through stuff and she even taught him how to read. Those things Shawn will never forgot I pray he is doing well but everyone in this documentary

Here's a QUESTION we should ALL be asking: Where's the father/man of the house?? every single one of them are single mothers with children. No income, no child support? probably all the fathers are in state penitentiaries?

It broke me when the little boy cried over his teacher's passing EDIT: teachers deserve more than what society and the US education system gives them

@pbj0815

3 жыл бұрын

Same 😢

@mamiconrazon

3 жыл бұрын

Me too 💔 when the mama put her hand over her mouth I knew something was wrong 😥

@PDogB

3 жыл бұрын

He seems like a sensitive, thoughtful and responsible young man. Wishing him the best!

@senoracheapee1864

3 жыл бұрын

They also deserve more appreciation from the parents

@Holistic_angst64

3 жыл бұрын

@@senoracheapee1864 YES

I grew up in crack motels and I’m 33 now, I can tell you that these kids will be more mentally prepared for adulthood then any other group of kids. The price to pay is that they get no childhood which is heartbreaking. I can’t tell you how terrible it is to be a pre teen and have to worry about bills and a place to stay, unless you’ve been through it you don’t quite understand it. Stay strong kids 🙏🏻

@jameslipke354

2 жыл бұрын

My folks each worked two jobs when I was growing up. They did the best they could with what they had and they worked hard. I'm privileged, not because of material possessions because we had the necessities, but because Mom and Dad raised me the way they did. Young Shawn will grow up to be a good man with strong a character. Believe that. His Mom is raising her kids right. Wouldn't it be amazing if the Federal Government realized that CHARITY BEGINS AT HOME. We have a responsibility, duty and obligation to help other Americans above and beyond anyone else. The Homeless and poverty stricken, American men, women, children, elderly and Veteran's are literally refugees living within the boarders of their own country - THEIR HOME. It's inexcusable. I was Homeless once in my 30's. I lived in my car for 6 weeks.~APRIL LIPKE

@jaredbezes7806

2 жыл бұрын

That’s partially untrue. I grew up with a father and he guided me to be the best man that I can be and I can take care of myself and I don’t leave my family for my selfish needs. I grew up poor too but I had a father who was there Atleast. All of these families are missing a dad. That is the only common denominator

@randythomas3478

2 жыл бұрын

This made a grown man cry

@awakeatdawnrae6456

2 жыл бұрын

Profound introspection! A tough but full life! Thank you for sharing your thought, I believe it is truth! 💕💕

@Lauren-ub7ih

2 жыл бұрын

I can see what you’re saying (I lived that life as well) but I also disagree because growing up in survival mode does not teach long-term financial responsibility. You can’t really think about tomorrow when you’re trying to survive today.

I grew up in The Plains and Mrs Matters was my 6th grade teacher back in 2011 RIP.

Shawn is just amazing. I’m like he’s so young but his maturity level is amazing. This mad me sad because the children shouldn’t have to deal with poverty in this country

When that little girl said she got help back because she wasn’t smart. That actually broke my heart. Poverty is a cycle designed to disable future generations.

@SamanthaNicole-or3zt

3 жыл бұрын

@Nathan Swain I am in no way a victim of any circumstance sir. You added absolutely nothing to this thread except to say I was “wrong,” (without providing any detail, which you in fact faulted me for to begin with.) then you proceeded to attack me, for what reason I’m not sure because I never gave any implication to my societal standing. I help people less than fortunate than me every chance I get, but that’s not something I’m going to sit here and broadcast in the comments of a KZread video, because I’m not looking for recognition for anything other than to bring light to the FACT that statistically speaking. That In America, there is a serious design flaw which keeps poor people in poverty. Yes there are exceptions to the rule, but not everyone can be an exception for a multitude of reason. And for you to look at this so black and white just goes to show that poor people seen in the eyes of others as “lazy”. And that is just blatantly wrong. I urge you to do some research on this topic.

@johnathanwhitehead7053

3 жыл бұрын

Macdonald's Giving Out Free Lunches Too School kids During Covid

@emuriddle9364

3 жыл бұрын

Poverty is hardship, in a Rich Man's world.

@emuriddle9364

3 жыл бұрын

@Nathan Swain Because explaining what's going on, is somehow "pretending to be a Victim."

@capttrips1523

3 жыл бұрын

@@emuriddle9364 yeah. Cause some people use hardship as an excuse, while others use it as fuel

I grew up poor. With a single father, we had no car. My dad never had a driver’s license. I remember my neighbor gave us their old vacuum that had 3 wheels, I was so happy. We where still happy and I thank God for my grandparents. I started cooking at a very young age and had to grow up fast. When I look back, I think it helped me.

@toniharris-martindale7951

3 жыл бұрын

God bless you with many blessings in Christ's name Amen.

@militarymisfit

3 жыл бұрын

Same. I think growing up this way taught me strength.

@cebubestdeals6015

3 жыл бұрын

much love to your dad ❤️ and grandparents ❤️

@jaredL18

3 жыл бұрын

It really humbles us when we struggle at such a young age. And we develop very fast maturely

@vdog4799

3 жыл бұрын

@@ThatsRNG Job Corps! I went to Angell Job Corps in1996 and San Jose Job Corps in 1991-1992.

That little boy is such a good person and a good brother taking care of his sister like that you can just see the love he has for her it warms my heart to see. He will be an amazing father one day. And he will always be his baby sisters super hero

My heart goes out to every family. Every child and parent is special. Shawn you grew on me bud!!

That little boy (Sean, I think?) has SUCH a good head on his shoulders. He's so mature for his age (I guess he has to be), sensitive, loving, and responsible. I wish him and his family, and all the families, the best .

@officialharvard751

3 жыл бұрын

I know Shawn and Ed personally. I went to school with them and they’re great guys. The economy in southeastern Ohio hasn’t been good but it’s getting even worse. Basically the entire economy relies on Ohio University which is going downhill. My father was a professor at OU but we left because of job instability. I new things were bad but I never knew it was this bad. I have friends in the plains and I’m trying to do all I can to make sure they stay mentally ok.

@olivionb

3 жыл бұрын

Facts.

@daveboginsky2662

3 жыл бұрын

@John Richardson 30 percent of Americans were dirt poor pre pandemic, now its 50+ percent. Wtf are you talking about. Reporting facts makes you think there's some communist conspiracy. You have issue my dude

@daveboginsky2662

3 жыл бұрын

@John Richardson funny how you have contempt for these ppl, making you a sh*t person. Ppl like you earn the name Deplorables

@daveboginsky2662

3 жыл бұрын

@John Richardson me as a citizen cannot limit your first amendment rights. I get it, you're just and idiot. Lol buzz off deplorable

Kyas mom said something that struck me, “I never appreciated having a home until it was gone.” ALWAYS, ALWAYS be deliberately appreciative and thankful, pay it forward, sing the praises of even your smallest blessings.

@tashawilliams5608

3 жыл бұрын

I wonder why the grandmother hasn’t had her daughter and granddaughters live with her? I know things go on in families, however I couldn’t t rest knowing their homeless ijs. Obviously something has happened or went on that we don’t know about.

@carrieullrich5059

3 жыл бұрын

Usually its family who believe the propaganda that all homeless people are lazy, junkies or criminals... When someone in their family gets screwed over by the system and tells them what happened they blame their family members, or call them liars because it doesn't fit their mental narrative of what being homeless is, and they think you can go get a job easily, when anyone with a phone and address is chosen over the homeless person.

@beverlyboo9075

3 жыл бұрын

That stuck out to me too.

@joanhenschel3511

3 жыл бұрын

I think many of us don't appreciate what we had, until it's gone. We had a sweet little home, lovely little garden, and we had people over most weekends to chill, and have a barbeque. Then our little business folded due to people not paying their bills, and lost most everything. Even our church treasurer was mad at us because we weren't able to pay our full tithe! We're now renting a teeny one room flatlet from my son in law, for which we're super grateful. At least we do have a place to chill. After seeing this program, I'm super determined to be grateful for everything.

@karim6752

3 жыл бұрын

Amen 🙌🏽

This is my home state and things like this have always baffled me why some of these politicians make the decisions they make. Seeing how strong and resilient these people are so touching. Watching these babies share their experience is so heart warming and honestly made me cry. I truly hope they are doing better.

Where are the fathers?

It melted my heart to know there is a McDonald’s in that smalltown that offers free lunch to kids. Never heard of that here in my city that shows the unity in community to put people over profit. 🙏🏿 the thing I love about small towns is sticking together in hard times.

@Cat-mn9zh

3 жыл бұрын

Mcdonald's did it all over the US back in the spring when the pandemic shut schools down but they stopped in the summer of the pandemic. It was just meant to replace kids school lunch since they weren't at school.

@skypie5374

3 жыл бұрын

💕💕

@Pravda_Z

3 жыл бұрын

It's self-preservation. McD's wants to make sure they have desperate young people applying to work their slave wage jobs. If they die of hunger at age 10, that's not good for Ronald.

@augustt8282

3 жыл бұрын

it's for marketing reasons "Cause marketing" and also to hook kids on their processed poison from a young age to insure those kids grow up hungry and sick from eating this sh1t.

@recoveringbeautifully4920

2 жыл бұрын

They do it in my small town during the summer

I cried when Shawn cried about his teacher’s passing. What a sweet boy. I hope his family’s financial situation gets better. 💕

@karenmacedo6389

3 жыл бұрын

That was touching. I hope he was able to tell the teacher's family how much she meant to him.

@buttercupj6208

3 жыл бұрын

It hurt my heart too 😢

@kristis4571

3 жыл бұрын

Omg, I cried too. This kid is so cool. I wish him the best in life. ❤️

@allisonovo

3 жыл бұрын

I started bawling, that touched me deeply.

@girlinthesouth850

3 жыл бұрын

I did, too

What beautiful children. Every one of these kids have soul and character. The common denominator is that they all have wonderful Mothers, that love them.

Unfortunately this struggle is everywhere. Not just Ohio. That fact that these kids are being so mature and understanding of the situation they are in is amazing.

Dead beat dads. I couldn’t imagine leaving my family behind struggling like this. I pray that it will rain blessings on these people soon.

@tarag7292

3 жыл бұрын

Yep. That what I see. I am not giving these ladies a pass for intentionally having babies with men who aren't married to them or anything. But still, if the father was around, that would be extra income, and even if they would still be struggling, it wouldn't be this bad. It amazes me how easily some men can just walking away from their own children they created, leaving them at the mercy of the government and even worse poverty. We need to encourage responsible procreation between both men and women. But also we need to shame men - any parent really - who just up and abandon children who didn't ask to be conceived by them. These children don't deserve deadbeat dads.

@francesorosco1166

3 жыл бұрын

It is not always dead beat dads. Deadbeat moms also! Mom’s just check out & leave their children in the wind.

@BRKS627

3 жыл бұрын

@@tarag7292 Some times that's not true the fathers can pass away or their parents can divorce.

@BRKS627

3 жыл бұрын

@@francesorosco1166 True

@texastea5686

3 жыл бұрын

@@BRKS627 if fathers (or mothers) pass away and they worked their whole adult lives, the kids will get a social security check. My friend lost her husband to cancer when he was 36. He'd been working since 16, so her kids got about 3K a month total. Looks like in these cases these women just chose losers to have children with who abandoned them. Edit: i knew a lady who was raising her nephew because both parents died of drug overdoses. Neither had ever worked so...hardly any money came in

7th grade teacher here 🙋🏼‍♀️ Showing these kids they can break the cycle of poverty is the reason I became a teacher.

@ecclairmayo4153

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service we need more people like you! It warms my heart to learn that that teacher made such an impact on that boy's life and taught him how to read.

@Chamelionroses

3 жыл бұрын

@Army of Gog so you feel you were indoctrinated to read, write, type, or use math by crap? Why you still using all that indoctrinated crap then?

@Chamelionroses

3 жыл бұрын

Some can but third world not so much.

@Chamelionroses

3 жыл бұрын

@@ecclairmayo4153 true there is some good that comes from learning.

@dacypher22

3 жыл бұрын

While it was extremely sad and broke my heart, when Shawn started crying when he heard his teacher had passed away the first thing it made me think of is the power of teachers to change kids' lives. You can tell he will never forget her.

Hearing those cries as mom breaks the news to Shawn broke me in half. I am literally watching this at work and sobbing

These families are showing me how much strength they have to deal with hard times,,God Bless you..

After watching this, I will never complain again. I really wish the best for all of these families.

@roxarecool

3 жыл бұрын

What should we do as a country to help these people?

@maureenzeufack5185

3 жыл бұрын

@@roxarecool you can start small- donating your money or time to a local food pantry, homeless shelter or clothes donation center. Donating to orgs like Feeding America etc.

@user-sh8jo1jz2t

3 жыл бұрын

Jayden McDaniel your mindset is horrible

@user-sh8jo1jz2t

3 жыл бұрын

Jayden McDaniel use a dictionary or google it

@denisejohnson2731

3 жыл бұрын

It's definitely humbling and makes you count your blessings

Those teen girls are so mature and beautiful. “Sometime life just happens.” Somber lesson for a teen.

@katierojas8066

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking that too. That mom is so fortunate to have those girls as daughters. All of these kids seem so aware and mature. Hardship builds resilience.

@nabranestwistypuzzler7019

3 жыл бұрын

But even if they weren’t beautiful, they still wouldn’t deserve it.

@rawyouout

3 жыл бұрын

That little boy is a stand up dude, could see him as a future leader

@jadensmith4945

3 жыл бұрын

What’s crazy is I went to high school wit the older one and I would have never know if it wasn’t for my teacher at a completely different school making us watch this for an assignment

Prayers for ALL these families. This took alot of courage to tell their stories. I would love to see an update as to how they're doing now 🙏🏽

I fell completely in love with these families. The little boy crying over his teacher, made me cry too.

So we’re just not going to talk about Miss Candy? She’s a saint. There are so many wonderful people in their world.

@chanceandzena6143

3 жыл бұрын

Yes she's so sweet

@ourspace1959

3 жыл бұрын

God bless Ms. Candy.

@nwineetadumka7721

3 жыл бұрын

Oh, yeah

@skypie5374

3 жыл бұрын

I know right aww 🥰

@cyn.boujee4626

3 жыл бұрын

She a wonder lady what do you think Katie brusveen?

The thing about being poor that so many people don’t get is like.. the humiliation of it.. like when shawns mom has to go pick up his stuff and she has no vehicle.. small stuff like that all the time. I’m not saying she felt humiliated it seems she felt very grateful for the school supplies, etc. but that kind of thing all the time can really grind you down.

@Victor-tl4dk

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah especially for someone who is more sensitive to that. But the United States' car cultrue is nasty. In other real countries and a few of the big cities it's completely normal not to have a car.

@huntersreptiles2068

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, I've experienced that feeling before being embarrassed cause you donhave a car or can't afford a lap top for high school or you rely on school food that you get for free for being low income, etc. but really you got to be greatful for everything you do have. I had definitely took a lot for granted then. I'm an adult now & still not rich & wealthy yet lol, but now i try not to take it for granted & to do something about it

@girlfromsouth214

3 жыл бұрын

I grew up "that" poor kid. I'd argue that it gave me great perspective and shaped me into who I am today. This happened, in large part, because my mom, as poor as we were, always taught us to work hard and to value education. Shawn's mom reminds me of her. Despite the hand that life has dealt her, she is raising hardworking and compassionate kids. I sincerely respect her.

@ladysquirrel9277

3 жыл бұрын

Completely agree, I'm one of them people. I think I'm the only parent in the school district who doesn't have internet so the Chromebooks were useless to me. Initially the school told me that I could sit in their parking lot for the kids to do their daily work , I have three in the school district and a three year old....

@kendrajones9708

3 жыл бұрын

This is so true...and what's worse is there's groups of barely middle class people ready to demonize and criticize poor people rather than looking at the root cause of their issues with an open mind/ heart.

If anything, this documentary shows how the draconian reaction to COVID has negatively impacted families, especially poor families who don’t have a support system.

Poor kid, just shows how much teachers can have a huge impact on a child's life.

I'm so sorry Shawn's teacher passed away. She must've been a very special lady for him to mourn her so deeply. Rest In Peace. Shawn will no doubt press forward and continue to make his mother proud.

@angieg3624

2 жыл бұрын

That just broke my heart, that little angel young man 🙏 💗

@coreyanderson7424

2 жыл бұрын

@@angieg3624 I agree.

@angelachanelhuang1651

2 жыл бұрын

I grew up middle class and found progress

@charleshoang566

Жыл бұрын

If you born poor it's not your fault but when you grow up, you are still poor it's your fault.

@matth.7073

Жыл бұрын

@@charleshoang566 Did you just not watch the documentary? How ignorant do you have to be to see the challenges that have to be overcome.

It's so refreshing to hear Shawn say that he feels better after talking to a counselor and so impressive that he is the one that asked his mom to get him a counselor. It shows that males should not be ashamed to seek help, this kid is special.

The fathers of all these kids really need to step up.

@keithinaz9769

8 ай бұрын

They be in prison, I finna.

@suzanneolivar1

2 ай бұрын

​@@keithinaz9769 Not all of them. There is no excuse for abandoning their children. Even uneducated men can work as a janitor.

@suzanneolivar1

2 ай бұрын

​@@keithinaz9769 Not all of them are in prison. There is no excuse for abandoning your kids. Even uneducated men can find work as a janitor.

When you grow up this way you're forced to grow fast it sucks...I was one of those kids... my parents worked all the time so they could have enough for bills. Living off food stamps...wearing clothes from the thrift store ...having to figure out my own homework because my parents ddnt even graduate high school. Just keep going kids you'll make it out ❤

I was glad to hear that Shawn told his mom he needed to see a counselor. His mom listened to him and found him one. Great response to looking after your child's mental health. I love the grandma in Columbus!

@brandonr.7262

2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome. My dad didn't an it hurt me long term for sure

@kariuhler209

2 жыл бұрын

SAME! Yes!

@ricksanchez9798

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah ok, forget the fact that you're just gonna be given some pill which will, in the long run, make you worse. If you have side affects from eating food you just stop eating that food...... but since they told you what the affects are you deal with it because you were told you don't measure up to society's standards and need a "fix" to get you compliant. Until you can no longer think for yourself and require society to tell you what to think.......quod erat demonstrandum.

@BabiiGhoul

2 жыл бұрын

@@ricksanchez9798 Not everyone requires meds :| And teh whole goal is to slowly come off them when youre ready..?

@ricksanchez9798

2 жыл бұрын

@@BabiiGhoul sure, that's why prescribe antibiotics for the sniffles.

I took my son to pick up free lunch when the schools closed in March 2020. He ate it but said he felt guilty. He said there are other kids who don't have food so he doesn't want to go pick up free lunches anymore. He rather save it for them. I am a single mother but I have a job. Though we don't have much I am glad my 9 yr old has compassion for others. Seeing kids go hungry breaks my heart.

@Prancer0210

3 жыл бұрын

Your son sounds like an amazing and empathetic young man; good job raising him; he will grow up to be a wonderful man. God bless you and your family.

@joanabrown8D

2 жыл бұрын

Cap

@logan5girl405

2 жыл бұрын

What a sweet kid I.H you have a compassionate son ❤️

@Mitsubachi2529

2 жыл бұрын

It sounds like you're raising a kind a decent young man :)

This kid is going places. What an awesome child. His mother should be so proud!

That boy crying about his teacher broke me. I dont cry easily but damn..I cried with that. He is a strong boy..who will make a wonderful man.

@JayAlston

3 жыл бұрын

Such a shame too. Because there are probably 2 teachers I would've cried for if lost, through my entire education up to my Bachelor degree. Considering how much time educators spend with students, they should hold themselves to better standards and allow that to rub off on students.

@jennahernandez4513

3 жыл бұрын

It made me cry too

@Mario_N64

3 жыл бұрын

That is, if the PTSD doesn't break him, sadly.

@tarabooartarmy3654

3 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness, I broke down in tears right along with him. Poor kid.

For only being 13 years old, Shawn is an intelligent, well-spoken and bright young man. His final words in this documentary show that he will create a better life for himself. "To climb out of poverty, it's probably a really hard struggle - but, I think it is possible, and I'm going to try my best to." Shawn - with this positive mindset and this perspective on life, you will lift yourself out of poverty. You are handsome, strong, courageous, kind, hardworking and hopeful. Focus on what you want and create a plan to get there... you will succeed.

@jmahtab

3 жыл бұрын

@RSS RSS it doesn't mean he can't do it. I grew up alot like this kid. I enlisted in the Army, learned a trade, saved, invested and I am doing well considering where I started. Sure, children from financially secure families have a head start but not necessarily an upper hand.

@brianal7143

3 жыл бұрын

It IS possible. I am a living testimony to that. My mother struggled to raise my sister and I, we got evicted, lived in shelters, are in soup kitchens but she never gave us away or let us lose hope. With God all things are possible. This young man has the right attitude to make it, he just has to keep pushing forward.

@pamelastates5600

3 жыл бұрын

It’s hard to succeed in life, go off to college or university when you can’t AFFORD TOO!! So the low income kids don’t/can’t get a good education to land a good paying job in life!!! THATS WHY THE RICH GET RICHER AND THE POOR STAY POOR!! If u gave ALL CHILDREN A FREE CHANGE TO GET A GOOD EDUCATION THEY COULD/WOULD SUCCEED JUST LIKE A RICH KID!!! All kids are smart if you give them a opportunity!!!! But how can they succeed in life with out given a chance at life!!! THE LAWS NEED TO CHANGE!! The world 🌎 would be in a way better place if the KIDS OF ALL OUR FUTURE HAD A CHANCE AT LIFE!! A CHANCE AT GOING OFF TO COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY! ❤️🙏🇨🇦 Love&Prayers from Toronto Canada 🇨🇦

@pamelastates5600

3 жыл бұрын

RSS RSS @ hello do you mean if a mother had less kids??

@pamelastates5600

3 жыл бұрын

flatratetec @ yes this is true . I grew up poor , I was a low income single mother. But I instilled in my 3daughter YOU HAVE TO GET A GOOD EDUCATION!! THATS SOMETHING NO MAN CAN TAKE FROM YOU!!ONCE YOU GET IT!! 🙏 I am very blessed!🙏 I have 3 grown adult daughters. The eldest is a nurse, the baby is a child care provider ECE. Works in a public school. The middle daughter is a international runway model and has travelled the world at the age of 17, but she still got her education she works with special needs children and pallative care children 😢💔. They all were honour student all through high school and two made the deans list in college / university. My daughter went off to college for 2weeks got scouted to become. International runway model . I told her take a chance at life and go for it!! All her teachers from elementary and high school told her go for it!! Follow your dreams because you can always finish your degree later . AND SHE DID!! We all knew her true heart has always been special needs kids since she was 6 yrs old🙏 I told my daughters and all children I know YOU CAN BE ANYTHING YOU WANT IN LIFE!!Never take NO FOR A ANSWER!! So yes with the right help & support a child can become something in life!! And doesn’t every mother want better for their child then what they had!!?? But I have seen a lot of mothers & parents fail their own kids. I think if any child has a chance at a good education they can become anything they want in life! God bless all children. Love from mamma bear 🐻 . CANADA 🇨🇦

Ppl don’t understand that kids growing up in these situations have to grow up so quickly thats why the young boy is so aware and able to articulate himself so well. His thoughts are probably running 1000 a second

All the absent fathers need to help support their children!!!!! These kids are precious.❤❤❤

@maryhoag1723

9 ай бұрын

This is during the pandemic it's safe to assume that alot of father's are in the same situation, jobless too.

@justanothermortal1373

8 ай бұрын

Fathers who abandon their families are such cowards. The weakest of men.

@Shadow-7773

7 ай бұрын

To many fathers have nothing left after the evil mothers screws them over in court.

@superstar5123

6 ай бұрын

vast majority of divorces are initiated by women... women leave and break up families, and that's if they even let a man focused of building a family impregnate them.

Nothing wrong with living in a mobile home at ALL. Live below your means and SAVE your money. Don't worry about what people think about the roof over your head. Keep your home clean and be proud of it

@oscargalindo7920

2 жыл бұрын

So many people around the world would wish they could atleast live in a mobile home

@alterego8496

2 жыл бұрын

You wont say this "be humble" nonsense when your head is down the garbage looking for food. Tell this to the people living in mansions and have no idea what its like to live paycheck to paycheck on brink of starvation each day. Because those are the people not living within their mean at the expense of their workers not being paid well, at the expense society, etc.

@elenapashaeva1

2 жыл бұрын

How can you be chubbу being poor? Only in America.

@brianshort7921

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely for sure grew up in a mobile home in a very impoverished area. Wouldn't trade it for nothing. Doing really well now. Don't let your upbringing dictate you're outcome God bless

@brianshort7921

2 жыл бұрын

@@alterego8496 don't know why I'm wasting my time but, and that kid looking down the garbage can for food oh, you can make it out of this shit, you can push through it everybody as an opportunity to make it. I made it and I lived in a trailer in a very bad part of town. Don't be the victim. Stop being the victim

so glad I'm not in this situation, never realized how much having my own room is a privilege

@jubilantsleep

3 жыл бұрын

I didn't have my own room until I got to my senior year in college. It was a tiny little nothing dorm room but it was all mine and I felt like I was in heaven. Now I have my own home

Shame on that woman for putting that type of responsibility on Shawn due to her poor choices in life. That’s not fair to him. He is not his sister’s “brother/father”. He’s her brother, period! That baby belongs to her and the man she laid up with to conceive her. It burns me up when parents put children in adult situations because they have failed to be the adult. Let that child grow up as a kid should be doing kid things. So unfair…

@taylorpresley1989

Жыл бұрын

She’s not making him do anything so what do you means shame on her? He helps because he’s a good kid. He didn’t blame his mother at all he simply stated he wanted to be a good role model for his little sister. Some kids want to take care of their siblings especially if they have a single parent. She stated she told him he was her brother/father because he does do so much for her. There are parents who make their siblings raise their siblings I know because I was that older sibling to do so. If she was making him do it all he certainly would of said so. He’s just a good hearted kid that’s all & will be a fine man & father because of how she raised him while his father chose not to!

@quit2quilt525

Жыл бұрын

If the mother isn’t low-key encouraging her son to play the father’s role, then why doesn’t she interrupt that unhealthy behavior of him taking care of his sister like he’s the parent?? She’s the adult! Therefore, she’s supposed to have the mental capacity to ensure all her children are afforded the time to just be children. She should redirect her son to focus on just being a kid. She’s allowing it! And you fail to see that because you were a victim of this as noted. Normalizing this is wrong but, of course, as this was your childhood norm, you are biased to the situation and can’t see how it’s not healthy for a child to embrace adult roles. Seek counseling Taylor..

@be4202

Жыл бұрын

I think it is beautiful that the older brother wants to help care for the younger children, he will grow into a wonderful responsible dad some day.

@vetgirl71

Жыл бұрын

@@quit2quilt525 I agree, this is not “normal” for his mother to encourage him to be his little sister’s “father”, because he does “fatherly “ duties. I am the oldest of 5 siblings and was expected to “babysit “ my younger siblings from 8 years old and up until I finished high school. I was responsible for cooking, changing diapers, feeding them, cleaning the house , helping them with homework ect my father would “whip” me if the toddlers would leave a mess. My parents turned me into their nanny and was always working. I had a nervous breakdown at 10 years old, and they had to get baby sitters & older cousins to help with taking care of THEIR children. I never lived had a carefree childhood. My parents felt as though this was the way it was for most older girls and I wasn’t the exception to the rule. It took years for them to understand that it was wrong to expect a child to raise their children. I wish the parents who have a lot of kids stop dumping their responsibility on their sons/daughters just because they are the oldest! It’s unfair to the child!

@mommy2libras

Жыл бұрын

The fact that you think this is a choice for everyone shows just how narrow your perspective is and just how much you missed in this entire documentary. Do you not think you're surrounded by people in your very own town who must rely on others- and yes, sometimes those others end up being older siblings- because there's simply no other choice? In my family, I am the oldest of 5, 11 years older than the baby of the family. I always babysat some but when I was 14 my father got in an accident that left him a vegetable and left my family with no financial support. My mother had to go to work for the first time since before I'd been born and because she had no training or education, only got a minimum wage job at a time when that was 5 bucks an hour. This meant working 10 or 12 or sometimes more hours at whatever job she could get, with zero benefits, time off, sick days, etc- to keep a roof over our heads. And because we had to move to another state for my dad's care, we had no family and it was more expensive so we got evicted every 3 months anyway. She also made about 30 bucks a month too much to qualify for any assistance and back then, childcare assistance was pretty much nonexistent. So do you think we should have just gone without groceries or hot water or whatever so she could "give me time to be a kid"? Yes, I hates having to watch my siblings all the time, cook, make sure laundry was done, etc but in reality- one which you seem to not acknowledge- there wasn't much other choice. This woman here said she'd always worked up until she developed a liver dysfunction and couldn't work. I'm guessing that means she could no longer afford childcare. But you're saying that instead of her having her son help out while she works the hours she is REQUIRED to work to get government assistance, she should just say "screw it, we don't need toilet paper or clothes or school supplies. I'll stay home and not work my hours, not get my 440 a month but you'll have a few extra hours to do whatever it is you want, son". Yeah, you have no idea what real poverty looks like.

Thanks for making this documentary. I would love a follow up on these families and am rooting for them all. xoxo

Im glad I am not the only one who sees how special Shawn is. His mother should be so proud. He is a beautiful young man. Dont let this world change you kid, keep that beautiful soul. He is definitly going places!

@amberwashington7626

3 жыл бұрын

I cried when he cried😔

@stewartcho482

3 жыл бұрын

I disagree. He isn't going anywhere.

@mariahpiper

3 жыл бұрын

He warmed my heart. He's so kind and sweet. May all his dreams come true.

@MX-CO

2 жыл бұрын

@@stewartcho482 It's very hard when you grow up poor, I did and I'm now in my 40's and have struggled with poverty my entire life!

@hodgepodge7140

2 жыл бұрын

He is so amazing. What stood out to me was his empathy. His mother had raised him right, I loved watching him with his little sister, so cute.