I have tears writing this. Tears for your mother. And it made me realize how completely heartbreaking it was all those years ago for a young woman carrying such a blessing and how horrifying it had to be for her and many others in her position. I just cannot find the right words to express how I feel. And your step-grandmother... She altered the lives of you, your Mom and your dad completely!! How cruel.... And finally I have tears of both sadness and joy for you.. And I am beyond happy and excited for you as you continue to explore and finally get some answers. And what a precious and thoughtful gift from your son!!! He has to be an incredible and loving young man. You are truly blessed and I thank you for allowing us to share some of your journey with you. Lots and lots of love my friend!!! Sue

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you for your kind words Sue....your words touch my heart. How can I thnk you? I told the story my Mother told me....but with my DNA results and my aunt Donna's help, I filled in some blanks...what a journey this is. My Mother's pain was evident growing up but I never once saw her complain about her life. She was not a woman of means but she would find such joy in those around her...and at the thrift store she would just get so excited to get the smallest of trinkets. I miss her so and I felt her so close to me since I started this search for my father...deep breathe...my love to you and yours Sue...xxoo always

@vickysullivan4798

2 жыл бұрын

You have broken my heart. Appreciate your graciousness in sharing your story. Women today do not live with shame. Should be thankful. And I listen to you of your gratitude for everyday. GOD bless you in all you do.

@colincase-mw3oi

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Susan for sharing that with us

Women have gone through so much over the years, due to the idea of somehow being shameful to a reputation. The story of your mom being locked away out of sight for being pregnant separated from her first child, and losing the man she loved is such a difficult story but without this story ironically there wouldn’t have been you, and telling this story you have given her a voice, about how cruel life was in days come by. It’s 2019 and many women still need a voice. You will find a picture of your father, it’s going to take time. Thank you for sharing your story.

@MattieVera1910-gv7ds

Жыл бұрын

Indeed.... Its 2023 and women still need a voice.

Your poor Mom. She must have died 1,000 deaths when she walked into that room to find your father gone. And to know it was because of your step-grandmother, so very sad. I’m sure your dad died 1,000 deaths when he found that your mother had married someone else. Back then was such a difficult time for women, such a stringent set of rules to live by. With your brother being 76 years old, I believe time is of the essence for you two to connect. No matter what kind of a relationship you may end up having with him, you do not want to live the rest of your life with regrets of could have been. Desi, you little cutie, no words on what an adorable little munchkin you are. Many hugs to you both - Barbara

@ME-gz8yi

Ай бұрын

"...died 1,000 deaths..." indeed. Her story is like a movie.

We are the sum of life events, Susan. We either fold or become stronger. ❤️. Sandra

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

That is so true.....and I am so in love with you and Arthur...you just make me happy and I love your pink hair my friend!!

@lindadupuis1531

3 жыл бұрын

I follow and admire both you Susan and Sandra. Your strengths lifts many of us to be stronger more independent women. Bless you both.

@lifewithsandrahart

3 жыл бұрын

@@lindadupuis1531 thank you so very much. You know I appreciate you being in here as a part of our community of caring and loving women. Thank you again for your kindness.❤️

@judyjudyjudy1841

3 ай бұрын

@lifewithsandtahart....this comment is about a comment you made 5 years ago...but I have to let you know, I got stronger!!! I am blessed!!!!!

Life can be so complicated. This story is like a movie, and of course I just want to know more! You are such a great story teller, and what a story. Thank you for bringing us along on this journey. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@debra832

9 ай бұрын

Is this real? Or when you said your a great story teller you think she is

@FarrellFocus

9 ай бұрын

@@debra832 she’s very real. I can promise you that. 🥰

Oh sweetheart, my heart aches for your Mama. All she went through, all she did to have you. I pray that you find more information and pictures of your dad. ❤️❤️❤️

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Deb for understanding...I know it wasn't that long ago you lost your own Mother...I think love is so strong, we carry part of them within us forever....I know I join you in missing our Mom's everyday....thank you so much for letting me know you were here Deb...xxoo Happy weekend to you! Sues & The Dez

This is so sad, lost love. It should be made into a movie. I know it must be so difficult to share such a personal story, but I feel privileged that you did. I hope you find your Dad or at least pictures and more answers are given to you. Hugs.

@kimturner9309

2 жыл бұрын

It was a movie. Was it Bette Davis? I think it was called The Old Maid.

You certainly are brave, Susan. I can sympathize with your mother. She must have been so scared. My thoughts are with you. Big Hugs!

Before I even watch, I'm giving you a huge hug Susan for being so brave about your family and life in general..... you're awesome!!!!! 🤗🤗🤗. Susan, during the 50s and 60s, I actually had friends who went through similar circumstances, and young women were put in "homes" and their children taken away, and now so many are trying to find family who were taken from them. I don't blame you one little bit for pushing forward with this. I'm happy for you honey. You'll get your answers and it's one of the saddest but most beautiful stories ever. 😘 Karen.

Oh Susan , this is the saddest story ever. I just want to cry for you .Things were different back then .I was born in 1946 .I think you are a brave sweet woman. I hope you find out about your dad. He probably never got over your mom. I hope you find love in your family . Thank you .You are a real treasure . God bless you . love one another . 💝🐶Desi is so sweet .

What an incredibly powerful video, Susan. Many lives were ultimately affected by situations where a young, unmarried woman was pregnant. Things were quite different when you, and I were conceived than how it is today. I hope you feel comforted by the fact that you have a community of admirers that you could share your story with that want to offer you their understanding, love, and support. The takeaway from this story is that you were conceived by parents who loved each other very much. Despite that adoration, your parents were not able to marry each other, and give you a family life where both of them played an important role in raising you. I was adopted when I was four months old. All I know is that my mother, and perhaps my father, were in the Canadian Navy, and stationed in N.S. when my mother became pregnant. She was originally from Alberta, so she didn't have friends, and family in N.S. At that time, you couldn't back out of your commitment to the Navy. Ultimately, she had to give me up for adoption, despite wanting to keep me, and having named me. When I was older, my adoptive parents wanted to fill in some blanks, and I found out my mother was English, and my father was Ukrainian. The name I was originally given by my mother is Katherine Louise Warford. I haven't searched any further, and I can understand your trepidation surround looking for your stepbrother, but remember, he isn't to blame for anything, and he didn't have the opportunity to know either of his parents. Best of luck with your journey to 'fill in the blanks', and your decision to research your father, and his family for answers, Susan. You've given me some food for thought as time quickly marches on; maybe it's time I should pack my bag as well. Love, and hugs, Susan, Sherrey💗🎀💗

Oh Susan, I can't imagine what your mom went through. Those times she lived in were brutal, so much condemnation and judgment. Stay strong in your journey, It's a lot to process all at once. Love you, God bless.

What a movie this would make. My thoughts keep going to the woman who decided to reveal that your mom had been in a "mental institution." What could have motivated her to say something so cruel? (She knew very well what the outcome would be.) I can just see your mom excitedly getting dressed, only to walk out and find her true love was gone. But the beautiful part is that he came back. Yet how bittersweet that it was too late. (Life is truly stranger than fiction.) Got my backpack and combat boots on for the rest of the journey. Much love!💝

Oh, Susan. Your mother's courage and determination, and your father's bravery and compassion, and the love between them that made you . . .and your bravery and compassion and love . . .you're right. This is the story of an American family. Your family. Love goes on and on. So much love to you.

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Melissa so much for your loving kind words...they do mean so much...look at that doggie you are holding!!! Looking right at the camera!!!

You see this story is the perfect example of what a beautiful time of life this is for all of us. Things are made known to us that we only thought we knew and understood in our younger years. You are a beautiful example of the complexity and depth and artistry of women of a certain age that only comes with time. Youth is fleeting and shallow in comparison.

I'm your age and back in the day I remember there was a lot of non-legal child giving happening. No lawyers...just lots of yearning for a child that couldn't be kept for one reason or another.My own father was one of those children. His mother was 16 when she had him and her family made her give him away. /the people that I grew up knowing as my 'grandparents' were loving and giving...and I didn't find out till I was nearly an adult about my fathers story. I had loved the grandparents that I always knew...and that didn't change one bit after the story came out. But when those grandparents died...because there was no legal papers for my father in that family...the one brother ( blood son of Grandparents) took everything. Leaving nothing for my father from his parents. Lots of bitterness ensued. The brothers never spoke again. There is much of your family's kind of history out there. None of us need be ashamed of any of it. 💕

Much love to you . May God give you.His Peace and Joy in this journey of love.

I was so captivated by your story. The way you spoke about your parents touched my heart and to me, your mother was a strong and brave woman. She did what she had to do and there should never be shame in doing what was right. I admire her!!! And, keep searching for the answer to your questions about your father. Never give up!!! But most of all Thank You for sharing this journey with all of us. By doing this I believe you are giving others hope Who May be searching too. Peace & Love 💕

I don’t think I’ve ever talked back to a video here on KZread...I found myself crying, and nodding my head as you spoke...telling you that I am so sorry, and thanking you with my heart for sharing this journey. My sincere love to you, dear Susan.

Such a beautiful yet tragic human story. The trauma your mother must have felt with the extreme situation forced upon her resulting from her first pregnancy... and then, with the loss of her love, your father, plus the unbearable loss of him a second time, due to her quick marriage to her friend and fellow band member... to protect you and ensure she could keep you. Suz, you were wanted and loved by both your parents, and your parents loved each other, and wanted to be together. How heartbreaking it turned out for each of you three. I am so very sorry you never got to meet your father... and he you. There is no question that he would have been so very proud of you. Yet, I t is entirely possible that he was... but stood his distance over the years not wanting to interfere, or harm you in any way. As you well know... it was such a different world back then.. -SO very different. Your mom would also be so proud of you, and your determination to ferret out her truth... your story and that of your family and then to tell it so beautifully, -when she could not. I so want to hug you ... then quietly sit close beside you, hope you might feel my love, respect, support and encouragement for you... and your new found cause. There is a new fire burning brightly from within you. May all your truths be illuminated, so as to satisfy the deep longings of your heart that began so long ago. ♥️ and much peace, dear Suz.

@hollyholstein6758

5 жыл бұрын

Gigi CS So beautifully said. I agree

@gigics1612

5 жыл бұрын

Holly Holstein -Thank you.

You have become a very important part of my day to day life.you inspire me to be a stronger woman.thank you for being there.❤️

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

Oh Nona...you are so kind and I am so happy you are here xxoo Susan

God bless the child that's got it's own. Being a woman is never easy. Your poor Mama.

Wow, I absolutely loved this video. This is exactly what doing genealogy is all about. You have to take the bad with the good. Your answers made perfect sense for the time period. It amazes me that neither parent remarried or had any other children. I’m thinking they were each others one true love 💕. I think you’re smart not to rush in to meet your half brother, until your ready. But, don’t wait too long as he’s getting up there in age. Try to remember that he took the test for a reason; to find out who his ancestors were and to find his bio parents . I’m so sorry to hear about your mom and what she went through. Back then they swept things under the rug, and nowadays we are bringing those dust bunnies out from under that rug and dealing with all that crap. Congratulations, you are awesome !

@pinkowl4738

5 жыл бұрын

Me too. I couldn't have said it better.

@karent3004

5 жыл бұрын

Very good insightful and sweet comment Gail. The 50s and 60s were really something weren't they??? ( But I'd take em back....lol)

Thank you for sharing your beautiful story. "Love swirls around us..." I just love that, it gave me chills :)

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

Ah, you are so so sweet......I feel the love swirling around you! xxoo Happy weekend to you Kimberly!

As a woman that was rejected by her father, this really got to me. It has affected me more than I can express to know that a parent totally didn't love me. My father left my mother when I left home and he never wanted to set eyes on me again. My husband found my father and asked him to be a part of my life, but he told Doug that he would move if I ever tried to contact him again so he could hide from me. When I hear other women talking about being a "Daddy's girl" it's painful. I wasn't any man's "little girl" and it's hard, isn't it? I never knew what I did "wrong" to make him reject me so harshly. So I just wish you the best of luck in processing all of this. It's hard and it take a long time. Love to you, Melissa

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

Oh Melissa....I can feel your emotions through the words you choose and wrote so beautifully. The first question that pops into my head is was your father really your biological father? I am so sorry life threw this at you....the pain to a woman when she is missing a father goes so deep I am not sure there are words for it. I would go so far as to say I bet I would not do half the things I do to keep myself up if I didn't have this life long feeling that if maybe I had had been " better", my Father would have loved me and been in my life. I know we are getting deep here....but it's a hurt that we carry. The good news is I think it builds character and you know that saying...." if you can't be a good example then be a horrible warning" and the warning to me was make sure you love your child and be there for them. You and I didn't have father's that walked us down the aisle....and that made us the strong women we are today....but not without great cost. My love to you my friend...I am going to Chatanooga to visit my father's grave, do you think I could buy you a coffee? are you by there at all?

@Melissa55

5 жыл бұрын

@@LittlePoet I would love to meet you in Chattanooga!!! I'm about 45 minutes from there and can't think of anything better. Yes he is my biological father and I grew up with him, only to have him totally reject me in my adulthood. But here's the thing. I think it made me a better parent and grandparent. I really do. Love you!!! Email me volmel@yahoo.com and I'll send you my number so we can text and make plans. Love you!!!

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

@@Melissa55 Oh this is wonderful....! what a wonderful day that will be!!!

I was adopted. Born in 1963. My mother was pregnant by the love of her life, a American soldier. She was not married, and her mother felt she was not responsible enough to take care of a child. My dad did not want to get married. He lived in New Jersey. I met my biological mother before she died in 1996. Then I met my biological dad before he died in 2003. There is a reason for everything. The adopted parents I was given, were the parents I was suppose to have. My adopted mother was my mother in every sense of the word. She out lived my biological parents. I could not ever asked for a better mother. ❤️

This was profound, Susan. I'm incredibly honored that you decided to share it with us. What a gift to find some contentment in knowing the truth. Wishing you the best as you go forward on this new road. Xoxo

I am raising my grandson. Your video has made me hopeful that he will grow up to have joy, even though his parents aren't really involved in his life. I pray that he thinks as highly of us, as you do your grandfather.

OMG Susan my heart hurts for you and for your mother too. Maybe your mother didn't have mental illness she was just sent away to have the baby. She only did what she did for the love of you at that time. I agree she wasn't going to let anyone take you away from her. I wonder if your father held the torch burning for your mother and never wanted another relationship. Thanks for sharing your personal life and I so love you. You are a strong woman and you will contact your half brother when ever you feel right about doing it. Cathey

This took so much courage. Thank you so very much for sharing with us. Your mother must have truly been a strong soul. What a fantastic book this would make. In search of your father, you have come even closer to your mother and how much suffering she had to endure. The history of womankind is simply tragic.

Hey Susan! Loved this video and knowing it was hard for you, the story is so compelling. I was born in 1951 when they had homes for unwed mothers and yes, people gave up children for adoption. Times were so much more different. We all knew someone who gave up a baby. Now you know who your people are. That's wonderful even though the circumstances are tough, you know. Thanks for your story. You are brave.

You're telling this story and I swear, I find myself watching it as a movie in my head! My goodness! Your story's sad, tragic, wonderful, beautiful and everything in-between!! Keep going! We're all with you!!

What a journey this must be. God bless you as you keep finding answers. You’ve become so strong these past two years...so many changes, and inward reflection. And I believe that you look more beautiful and even more youthful than ever. There is no shame in things when we do the best we can. I understand the time of that era, it must have been heartbreaking for your mamma and dad. Sending love dear Susan to you and Desi. ❤️-Ruthie & Whiskers

Susan, You are so strong! Bless you!❤️❤️

Susan, what a heart breaking yet beautiful life story!! I feel so much sadness and admiration for your mom!! What she went through being sent to that home I'm sure she felt shame put on her by her parents then when her baby boy was taken for adoption, so tragic. Then to have a wonderful man come into your life to make you live again to give you hope and happiness. But what strength and perseverance she had to take the heartbreak of her fiancée leaving her and once again being left alone.. She kept you and she did what she had to in order to keep you by marrying someone she didn't love. She sure loved you something fierce!! And the beauty of having you!! You are so right Susan there is no shame, there is only courage and love and I would be so proud if this was my Story!! And you better believe my bags are on board for the entire ride, Im not going anywhere.. Susan I love you, you are an amazingly strong woman!! Xoxo Lori K.😄 🌷 🌸 🌷 🌸 🌷 🌸 🌷 🌸 🌷 🌸 🌷 🌸 🌷 🌸

Very heart felt story of your life Susan. You are not alone, many girls suffered the same. Love from Maureen from New Zealand x

Oh Susan your story brought tears to my eyes. I am 51 years old and my dad left my mom with nine kids when I was just 3 months old. My oldest sister was 16 and I was the baby. My mom passed away in 2016 and she never told me anything about him but I knew he was not a good man because he never once tried to contact any one of my siblings since he left. I have no idea what he looks like and it has bothered me for years. I found out recently he lives in a town about an hour from my home in New Jersey. The pain I feel in my heart will never go away. How could someone do that do their own child. Your story made me feel like i was not alone and for that I thank you.

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

Oh Bonnie....you make me feel not so alone. I can only imagine your pain.....not knowing our fathers is so difficult and not talked about much. I am wondering if you have a desire to talk to him? I think for myself when I started my search, I just wanted to know who he was....where was he from. I needed to make him real. I have a feeling the day I get his picture one of two things will happen....I will move on...or I will just have to know more!

Unbelievable the secrets from the past. Keep connecting the dots, there’s a reason for this journey to be completed. My friend in her 50s her mom passed, going through papers she discovered that she and her brother were adopted at different times, only a living aunt knew and kept the secret. She always wondered why she and her brother bore no resemblance to any of the family. Secrets....thanks for taking us along.

Hugs to you and Desi Sweet Friend🤗🤗 What a Story, ❤️ Have a Wonderful Weekend and Week ahead😊👍 Texas Lady xoxo

I am so happy for you that you know who your father was now, and so proud of you for telling this story!!! My Sues is part "southern" I just LOVE that! When you head towards Georgia, you have a place to pit stop here with us! Unanswered questions are the hardest, and now you have some answers! Desi **almost** looked at the camera! Love you Sues!!!

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

Oh Shelia! desi got very shortchanged in this video! No face time. I have been a little worse for wear the last few weeks finding my Dad and his family. The very first close friend I made on KZread years ago is from Georgia! That just blows my mind. I could never figure out why all my besties were southern! Maybe now I know...I sure do love you!!! And I will make a stop at your house if you will have me!!!

@LifewithLillie23

5 жыл бұрын

@@LittlePoet you are always welcome here!

God bless you! My heart just broke hearing of your mother's ordeal. You've got a lot of us out here pulling for you and Desi, and sending our love to you. Have a fabulous week. See you next week!🌻

Thanks Susan for sharing your life, and being so open and vulnerable about such an important part of your story.

Thank you for sharing this it's so personal and touching. My grandmother who would have been around the same age as your Mother (she was young when it happened) was put in a mental hospital in Michigan the same way, for different reasons, more than once. Those were horror days back then when they did that. It's so wonderful you shine some sunshine on a very dark time & topic. I'm sending you a short message on Instagram... Much Love xo

I am binge watching your video which are enlightening, there’s pain but most of all there’s love which helps you/us recover. What comes out of these videos for me is we can heal ourselves if we have experienced love in our lives. That is where I’m up to on this journey with you! X

Oh my goodness, you are amazing! I wish for you all the answers you are seeking and God speed on your journey. Sending the biggest hug from Texas this Saturday morning.

Oh my, Susan -- thank you so much for sharing your family history. I am binge-ing and catching up on some of your older videos to get to know you a little better. This video is so moving. I wish I could give you a pat on the back or a hug. I have learned in some studies I did a few years back that women were put into mental institutions for the most ridiculous reasons. I am so impressed with how you look at things. I loved what you said toward the end, that there is so much love -- just swirling around. I'm going to remember that. That is often how I pray. I often don't know what people really need or even how to best express it if I did know, so I just send love to my loved ones, my town, our country, and the world. I actually visualize it in the air (as if love were light), just swirling around the planet. What you said really resonated with me -- amazing. Thank you so much. 💗

WOW! I am sooooo loving your heart. Thank you for sharing your story. I am so pleased I found your channel. Love the way you communicate in a fearless way and bring joy at the same time. Thank you.

Thankyou so much for sharing this. Your mother and father would be so proud of the woman you are. You truly are a wonderful soul. Thankyou again. Much love to you and sweet Desi xx

Thank you for sharing your story with all of us. You have been so vulnerable and open. You are amazing.

This is so exciting, Susan! Thanks for sharing with us, and I hope you let us continue to come along as you learn more. I like this more than your beauty videos. Your mother is very lovely. You and she have the same mouth/smile:)

My sweet friend, I'm sending some big squeezy hugs through the internet to your house in snowy Michigan. What an emotional story your mom and dad had. I think by marrying the man in the band, she did what she thought she had to do for herself and for you. She had no way of knowing whether your father would ever be back. But how sad that he did come back and it was too late. Ever since you had your DNA test to ancestry, I thought oh that would be a cool thing to do and now I think, is this something I really want to know? What if it's not what I think it is? Love you. ❤

My dear, sweet, radiant friend! it has been so exciting to come along with you on this journey of discovery. Big hugs and lots of love! 🧜🏻‍♀️❤️🦄

I love listening to you, Susan. You are so amazing. Thank you for sharing this part of your life.

YOU are stronger at the broken places! Bless you, Susan.

I wait for your Friday videos. Although I don't comment very often you have been a part of my life for three of the four years you've been sharing your life with us on utube. You have no idea how much of a help you've been to me in some of the toughest experiences in those years I don't need ancestry to locate family. Or stories of them.. I have the scars of the previous generations too. We are all strong in the broken places to paraphrase your quote. But few can express it as you do Susan. I wish we could go thrifting together.

Yes! You are so precious to pour out your heart. Thank you for being courageous and generous and sharing this incredible journey. I totally relate to your story as it bears many similarities to my own. The take away for me: Love is stronger than death. God bless you LittlePoet.

Thank you so much Susan for sharing your beautiful story.

♥️ The history marks us, without us knowing it... It's good that you finally got to understand more about your roots, and yes, things were so much more complicated back then ♥️ I'm always touched by your stories.

❤️ Thanks for sharing. My bags are packed too. I can't wait to see how it unfolds. Your Mother must have treasured you exponentially after all the bs she went through. Society was so screwed up about sex and children back in those early days. And we still have work to do... Love ❤️ to you and Desi.

Abolutely my bag is packed for this journey! Much love to you Susan (Desi too!) ... Smiles, Stella

I'm a new subscriber and just now feeling like I know you a little bit. What a sweet, talented lady you are. I've recently started trying to find the answers to questions about my own family so feeling emotional with you. Yes, it takes some processing so you take your time with that. Thanks for sharing. I am 10 years + your senior and my skin is beyond repair but that's okay because I will just make the most of it. You glow and no one would ever guess your age. Love your spirit.

I am so glad you are finding answers to questions you have had for a long time. You have touched my heart with your family story. I think you are right, it still goes on in some families even today. I feel like your mom and dad must have been so in love. Elaine

What a heartfelt video! I had tears listening to you talk about what your mom went through. Thanks for sharing such a heartbreaking past. You are so strong to open up with us and have to relive your story and family's past. Sending big hugs your way. Blessings Mayra

Your mom sounds like a wonderful person. When struggling for answers, sometimes we just have to remember that we do the best with what we know. Best wishes to you.

Wow, Susan! What a story. Your mother was tremendously courageous in her own way at that time. And you are tremendously courageous in your own way at this time. Thank goodness you are in this time where you can share and can find answers that maybe a generation ago were taboo to talk about and where answers weren't available to find out. Your story should be told for many reasons and on many different levels and I applaud you for your courage and strength. Thank you.

Wow, Sues. What a story God Bless you and “your quest”! I hope and pray you find what you are looking for... Love & Hugs, Mary

My sweet Little Poet. I would so read your book.

@kellyrasdel9352

5 жыл бұрын

So would I.

Thank you for sharing your family story. I shed quite a few tears for your mom, for your dad, for you, and for me; my own story of healing and forgiveness evolving with the passage of time. Sometimes the words of a stranger can bring such comfort albeit through a flood of tears.

I’ve only recently found your channel.You are such a engaging person.Am really enjoying watching and listening and learning from your profound knowledge.Love to you beautiful lady xx

Crazy....my Dad just found his father recently (unfortunately his dad has passed) My Dad is 76 years old. He also discovered that he has a sister and two brothers (one who passed away). My dad was born in 1942 and his siblings (yes, half) were born in 1952, 54, and 55 (he didn’t know they existed) They have now talked a ton and text etc. We are meeting them next month. I wish my Dad had gotten to meet his Dad too😞 But I’m excited to add an aunt and uncle and some cousins. Ancestry and DNA is one crazy crazy ride! It is SO complicated. There is no shame at all. I agree 100000% Thank you so much for sharing 💜

@LittlePoet

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for being here...you are so lovely! You are so right...the past and DNA can be a wild mix! Happy new week to you Penny!

Susan, when I found your channel it felt like I had met a friend. I have been binge-watching your videos and I just can't get enough. When you talk it feels like I'm reading the best book in the world and I never want it to end. So thank you so much for filling my time with such quality content. And it is an absolute pleasure to meet you my name is Angel.

Wow! I think it must be very therapeutic for you to share this. Every family has its secrets. I hope you can follow through with this and finally close the book on it. Hugs.

I am so proud of you for sharing! I love you and I love your Mother for all she faced. This is an American story and it is an echo of many people's lives! Kisses and hugs from SE Mich!

You are a precious woman to share your most personal story of your life with us is a tender and touching thing to do. You speak to the hearts of many people who have shared pain and loss and disappointment. You have such a wonderful way of making us all feel like we are dear friends. May God bless you. Thank you

Hey Sue's and Desi! I feel closer to you then the week before! Thank you so much for sharing your heart felt story! Praying you find peace now! Wish you lived closer to me so I could give you a big hug! No words! See you both next week! Love and hugs! Xo

I have tears flowing, thank you for sharing so deeply, sending you a BIG HUG !!!

I was holding my breathe the whole time! What a story! This is a movie! I love you and I love you for sharing this with us.

Your family had such a compelling story. Thank you for answering all those questions. I felt so sad for your Mother. I read about girls being sent away to have their babies. That was very cruel to put her in a state mental hospital. It’s amazing that she came out sane after that. I don’t think they were very nice places in those years. Your step grandmother was horrible for telling your Father that information. She had no business doing that. I pray you get to see pictures of your Father soon. The cinematography is beautiful! I think Desi snuck two looks at the camera. Much love, Lucy

My heart pours out to you! So many opportunities missed but look at what your mom and you have overcome! You need to write a book! This is an amazingly fascinating story!! Love you! (hugs)

So lovely. You have touched my soul. I praise God I found you. i will continue going back and watching previous videos. Hugs, my fruend.

Dearest Susan, I don’t write nearly enough my dearest niece is dying And I have to be there for her( to send her off) enough,your candor and tender heart have touched my soul, your bravery and tenacity have made me stronger. I can only say I love and strive the woman

I'm soo proud of you! Your story has been a blessing to me and others who follow your channel ❤

YOU Go Girl!! I'm so proud of You and I know that you are energized to learn about your Father's life. Your Mother and Father have reunited in heaven and I just know that they are cheering you, their Baby Girl, on. Do It!!

I have found my home in your videos/channel. Your truth, honesty, sense of humor, and passion for life - so much more important than all the makeup applications and unboxing I've seen. Not that there's anything wrong with that. But your raw intensity nd reassuring us things will be okay, sharing your life - yes, this feels like home and spending time with a good friend. And Desi. Who wouldn't love him. You two are my favorite couple. ❤😻

I just found you tonight and watched this video. Hugs to you! I have a similar story and have met my half sister, we are super close now! It’s been the best thing ever and I’m so grateful. You are a wonderful speaker and I love listening to you.

The tears in my eyes started as sad ones but ended up as happy ones. Huge hug all the way from Southern California. You are more amazing than I thought. A huge hug for Desi too ❤️❤️❤️

Your story is so moving, thank you for telling your truth. I would guess that your half-brother would want to know you, know about his birth-mother. Only you can decide whether and when to walk that path. Technology has given you answers you've been seeking for most of your life. I hope you find joy and peace in your new knowledge and finding your extended family.

🤗🤗🤗🤗💕💕💕💕 Love all of your videos, you always make me feel like your friend sitting there on the couch, just talking about our lives and daily lives..... Really glad you're finding out about the past and opening your life to everyone..... Hope this heals some of the holes in your life and heart...... Your so strong........

I am proud to go on this journey with you. I wish you nothing but the best. You so deserve to know your story!!!!!💕💕💕💕💕

Wow, what a story! I feel so bad for your mom, and also for you! Must have been so hard for her and you. I would definitely get in touch w the half brother, before he is gone, too! I was thinking during the video, how much I would like to see a picture of your mom... She was beautiful and you do look like her a lot! Thanks for sharing! Amazing story! ❤️

I just found you here today Wow! I am so happy I did. What a beautiful story of your family. I do hope you find some answers and your brother also. God bless ❤

Dear sweet Susan........thank you so much for taking us along on your journey to find all about your father.......you brought a tear to my eye when sharing your story......... my suitcase is packed and I am ready to continue with you..........wishing you a wonderful day, big hugs XO

having a good ole therapeutic cry all the way through this video, thanks for sharing your story and answers... i wish you so much, love Kat & Freyja x

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you are so wonderful to be here...thank you so much

No shame is right! Good for you for sharing and wanting answers. It’s so wonderful for you to be able to do this ! I’m excited for you and when the time is right...you’ll know...and maybe find more love to add to your life. Love your nature clips and words...hugssss

Such a bittersweet story. Thank you for sharing and being real! Your just glowing with happiness❣️ hugs 🤗😘

Oh beautiful ⚘Susan, what strength, perseverance and courage you have! Such a delicate, personal journey to disclose! How difficult to discuss! Take a deep breath and know that we love you! We are here for you always! Blessings and happiness always xoxo💖💕💖

You are right that we are all with you on this journey. Thank you for sharing such personal details about your family. Your Mom must have been a strong lady to have endured such things. And she’s raised and equally strong daughter as evidenced by your determination to see this goal through. I wish you the best of luck and will keep you in my prayers that you find answers regarding your Father. Don’t give up! 👍😘

Thank you Susan for sharing such a personal story.

Sharing your story will help others. You show such grace our world needs to be shown that in such a real way. God bless you and your journey.

Mesmerizing! You go girl, you get your answers! Don’t stop till you have them. You are a true inspiration to all......