When you said at the age of 15 you really just wanted to be adopted...my heart just broke. I am so glad you finally found your family! ❤️
@urkabrah
6 жыл бұрын
You have really encouraged me to look into adopting an older child. My husband and I just got our license last week and we’re unsure of someone older! Thanks for using your voice to encourage us!
@trixiesalodes3561
5 жыл бұрын
Hi
@MizSazz
5 жыл бұрын
Erica Vargas hows the process going?
@alainbongjoh98
5 жыл бұрын
Erica Vargas please adopt me
@Ayitiana
5 жыл бұрын
Erica Vargas adopt older please!
@vtae5753
5 жыл бұрын
Adopt me pls😭💔
@jeffwilson8702
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris. I recently adopted an older teen. We went to court 3 days before he turned 18.... My new son is a pure joy to have in my life. I see him blossoming now that he has a committed home. I was watching your video in preparation for an interview by my adoption agency for a blog article on older teen adoption. I'm really grateful for you sharing your story, and hopefully my interview will also help to get the word out.
@vtae5753
5 жыл бұрын
Can you adopt me too 😭💔
@eagillum
4 жыл бұрын
Do you have the blog article?
@jeffwilson8702
4 жыл бұрын
@@eagillum I decided to off on the interview until the kid gets settled into his new home.
@DieUrsula
4 жыл бұрын
this picnic sounds so stressful, like a job interview. to present yourself in a good way in order to get adopted. this is horrible for a teenager to have to go through.
@ralucaioana2026
4 жыл бұрын
It sounds more like a big family gathering, get to know the people without pressure. But maybe thats just me thinking that the system and the process itself scares them enough. And to have to meet your "new family" in an office for the first time + make a good impression seems like a lot of pressure ; I would clearly be shocked - freezed. At the picnic you can run anytime :)))
@mrs.garcia6978
4 жыл бұрын
They choose to go
@PonytailRuth
4 жыл бұрын
It certainly worked brilliantly for the young man in question.
@amapparatistkwabena
4 жыл бұрын
Have you seen this documentary below? I agree with you on so many levels---even though it can lead to great placements. Something about it just doesn't settle well with me... I'm happy some kids receive great families though, so... kzitem.info/news/bejne/u5x-vI6baZ-CfJg
@JasonGafar
3 жыл бұрын
I know! They also have no idea what they're getting into. There's no going back.
@bburney06
4 жыл бұрын
My parents adopted my brother when he was 15. I was 29. They set out to adopt a teenager knowing that they wouldn't have the energy to run after a little kid and that teens are much less likely to be adopted. I'm so glad they adopted him. I'm closer with him now than I am with my biological brother.
@keepitsimpleydb6151
4 жыл бұрын
That is awesome!!!!
@JasonGafar
3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha. I hope your biological brother didn't read this. Lol.
@bburney06
3 жыл бұрын
@@JasonGafar lol oops. I totally didn't mean that the way it sounded. I hope if he does he realizes what I meant. My adopted brother lives a six hour drive away and in the same town as my parents so we see each other several times a year. My biological brother lives a two day drive away so sometimes several years go by between visits.
@lauramiller2603
6 жыл бұрын
I just fell in love with your personality! I have 2 grown children and have been considering adopting an older child. I am going to attend the next class. Thank you Chris you touched my heart. x
@ChrisGray1graytheone
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much I am truly grateful for the chance to get my story out there and let people know that adopting is a great thing!
@vtae5753
5 жыл бұрын
Can you adopt me 😭💔
@rogeh5687
4 жыл бұрын
It breaks my heart that people look at kids in need of adoption as catalogue items. Wrong colour, wrong age, wrong image. Every child no matter how old is deserving of love. I’m a 34 year old bachelor who never wanted kids but something makes me want to help. I have the means and the love in my heart to do it.
@nooncactus
6 жыл бұрын
Congratulations for being adopted as an older child. Your adoptive parents saw something special in you. You said that you’re about to graduate from college, which takes drive and motivation to accomplish. You can do anything, Chris, and I wish you the best on your life’s journey.
@ChrisGray1graytheone
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! it truly is a blessing the whole situation I'm very thankful to be apart of the family that God already had planned for me to be with!
@joannabusinessaccount7293
4 жыл бұрын
@@ChrisGray1graytheone It is God who creates family, biological, step, foster, biological, and otherwise. In God’s infinite design, God has found a son for a family, and a family for a son. God has used you as a testimony and ambassador to spread this message. How wonderful, and glorious. Bless you, fine young man, and your family!
@andreag490
6 жыл бұрын
I really believe the Lord brought me to this video at the most perfect time. We are in the process of getting our foster-adopt license and originally my heart was set on fostering with the possibility of adopting but on a whim I decided to look at a few waiting children lists and found a 12 year old boy who has captured my attention and a piece of my heart. I can't seem to stop thinking about him but I wasn't sure how adopting an older child would be. My husband and I have no children of our own and like most couples who struggle with infertility, we were looking at having younger children in our home. However, we have been strongly considering adopting him. It's just so crazy that like you, he lives in Texas. We live in the Pacific Northwest so we would have to do the whole ICPC paperwork which adds additional time but I think this video has cemented my decision in adopting him. I really feel like to the Lord led me to his profile and to your video. I can't wait to show my husband this video when he gets off work! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video and share your story.❤️
@hollydenouden1144
5 жыл бұрын
Andrea, I love hearing your story on here. Can I ask what ended up happening? We have had a similar situation happen, and we are in the process of adopting the same kiddo from the photo we saw. God truly knows and can totally show us our kiddos in a moment like that. Hope that God brings you the exact child(ren) which He has planned for your family.
@jessicarada503
5 жыл бұрын
Any updates from either of you?
@lichi1244eva
4 жыл бұрын
I would love an update! We are in the process of getting our license too
@emmaauty2922
4 жыл бұрын
How did it go?
@ghostlobster6631
4 жыл бұрын
Please give us an update :)
@Nikki-ks6wi
5 жыл бұрын
I am only 27 years old now but i look so forward to adopting an older child when I get into my 40's
@missadebihemaakingdomroyal6226
4 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽🙏🏽
@kaonelekgotla7467
4 жыл бұрын
I am 28 years and i want to adopt teen daughter when i turn 35 years
@beccabaker7636
4 жыл бұрын
Why not now? Why wait they need folks now.
@77DSeven
4 жыл бұрын
I'm 25 and If God allows I would not mind adoption a teen or two right now. Even though I would look like the sister I have a lot of love to go around and I love communicating with children. I would most definitely consider siblings because I would love to make sure they could be raised together in a happy home.
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@marythoj205
6 жыл бұрын
Wow such an educated young man. I'm glad you found a family who gave you a chance because obviously you have so much potential! God bless you and your family!
@ChrisGray1graytheone
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much I greatly appreciate you taking the time to hear my story.
@MrClassichi
4 жыл бұрын
So proud of you, Chris! It’s brave testimonials like this that recently reaffirmed my decision to adopt a teenager. Wish me luck and Happy Holidays!
@resianemaculate.
4 жыл бұрын
Pete Oros, Would you kindly adopt my two kids? They are 11 (girl)and boy (8).
@louiseking4519
5 жыл бұрын
As an adopted child would you personally recommend older retired couple adopting? I feel like more like I could be a Grandmother type for an older child and could give them balance, home, and Family. Love to here from your perspective.
@jsmum196
4 жыл бұрын
Yes! There is no age limit when fostering and adopting an older child.
@katiebarnes6820
4 жыл бұрын
Fellow adoptee here - families all look different. Some families are biologically related, others aren't. Some are only separated by one generation and some are separated by 2 or 3. Any loving family is a step up from no family.
@RunningwithJesus
4 жыл бұрын
Yes. My friend Connies friend grandma adopted my friend Connie’s cousin. So yes
@davidjimenezlopez
4 жыл бұрын
I would agree that it does not matter the age, if you can give a foster kid a home and a forever family, that would change his or her world for the better. Legally speaking, it depends where you are. My wife and I are in the process of adopting (we are in our early 40s), and here, there is an age limit to adopt (60 years of age). If you can convince a family judge, the limit can be lifted. I have no idea where you are, or the particulars of family law in your jurisdiction.
@ingridtyree3284
6 жыл бұрын
You are an incredible young man. Your family is so blessed to have you as a part of their life. I know.... We've adopted five kids (infant -12 yrs.) . They are my greatest treasures in this world. May God continue to bless you and show you much favor.
@ButterflyRhomance
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing. I plan to adopt an older child from the foster care system.
@vtae5753
5 жыл бұрын
Can you adopt me pls😭💔
@ChrisGray1graytheone
5 жыл бұрын
Hey guys if you have any questions towards me or what adopting is like please reply or comment on this I’ll be putting a Q&A out soon!
@llddau
4 жыл бұрын
Chris Gray1 I think your family is lucky to have you, you’re mature, smart, caring, sensitive and a bit adorable too! I bet they’re very proud. Your story makes me both happy and sad, sad you had a hard time, elated to hear you became part of a family, and sad that I can’t adopt too. I would like to so much, and have always wanted to adopt a teenager as I know they are less likely to be chosen than a baby. How did you/do you feel about being separated from your brothers? Where are they, do you see them, are they together?
@sherricasey4939
4 жыл бұрын
I have been trying to adopt an older teen for almost 3 years. The teens break my heart because so many of them feel very similar to what you did when you were still in care. It's hard being matched because they feel so hurt and shut down that so many have given up and most states allow youth the option of being adopted or not at too young of an age. It just so happens that last week, I got the call. A social worker called me and said there is a 15 year old that is looking to be adopted and it seems that he will match my family. I was lost for words. We spoke for quite awhile. I can only imagine how he is feeling right now. Of course, I said yes. I haven't met him just yet, but I am looking forward to it. It stories like yours that keep me motivated and not losing hope. Thank you for sharing. I wish you the very best.
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@sherricasey4939
2 жыл бұрын
@@folkfolk281 yes there is plenty of help. Can you message me privately?
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
@@sherricasey4939 yea may i know if you are on any other platform?
@sherricasey4939
2 жыл бұрын
@@folkfolk281 hint #1: most kids are not on Facebook hint #2: most abused kids don't leave a public reply about what's going on hint #3: your profile hint#4 your vocabulary Conclusion: your not 13 years old nor are you being abused. In the wild chance I'm wrong, call the cops, they will do their job. God Bless
@hmslovesmonkeys1403
6 жыл бұрын
i'm filling out paper work to start fostering so i'm glad to see it from a foster kids point of view so thank u i went to foster to adopt
@ChrisGray1graytheone
6 жыл бұрын
That is great to hear that makes my heart warm!
@PollyPatriot
4 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy for you. I hope you are able to see your biological siblings. We are raising our grand daughter. She had several siblings. ( Same mom with 2 of them and same dad with two. Two adults, one teen and one preschool age). We work hard to make sure she stays connected with them. You are an incredible young man. I pray it continues to go well for you.
@markdiloreto9042
5 жыл бұрын
you are mature beyond your years with incredible awareness... you are already a success in life!!
@hollydenouden1144
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story! We are in the process of adopting a 15 year old girl at the moment. We are over the moon and can't wait to bring her home.
@littleweirdgirl19
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Im in tears watching this. I have always been pulled to adoption and was wanting an older child so this has help me see how beautiful it can be.
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@tiffanymatsumoto6494
6 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you dared to hope that your dream of having a family would come true even though you were "older". Thank you for sharing your story!
@emiliapazur
5 жыл бұрын
I am in love with your story, I am only 20 but I really want to adopt my children in the future, I need to focus at the work and career first but I always wanted to be a young mother. To adopt like 2 - 3 sons that are brothers in age 10-18 when I am like 30-40 is my ultimate dream in life and I am so sad that I dont know my children yet and they go through the trauma and shit it is so unfair. I wish you the best in life I love your vibe, you are so intelligent and good looking I really hope that all your dreams will come true one day, stay strong!
@emiliapazur
5 жыл бұрын
+ sorry for my english I am from Europe :D
@trixiesalodes3561
5 жыл бұрын
Hi can you adopt me
@vtae5753
5 жыл бұрын
Can you adopt me and be my mother pls😭💔
@alindon4513
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being brave and sharing your story. Your voice is important.
@drkim4077
4 жыл бұрын
You’re a wonderful person. I just wanted to say that 💜
@taviscarnegie1827
3 жыл бұрын
I can’t believe how many points you were able to address in such a short video. So glad that you’re speaking out for the other kids man. 31 and adopted myself man and currently adopting can’t tell how many times in this 15 minute video I just wanted to jump through the screen and high five the points you were making I wonder how many people shifted older just due to your video I’m sure this video got a few teens adopted man
@victoriav.3661
4 жыл бұрын
I'm sure you make your parents proud! You are well-spoken and make me interested in adopting an older child.
@CaptchaNeon
4 жыл бұрын
I feel like so many people weren’t right for you and you kept being led down a path that had your meant to be family at the end of that path. It’s incredible!
@debbiep99
4 жыл бұрын
This made me sad and then so happy. We are looking to adopt a teen and looking for stories and experiences.
@mirandaf2112
6 жыл бұрын
Your story touched me so much.
@Shepherdingtwogirls
5 жыл бұрын
Is there a video with your parents or siblings?
@thejenhardy
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for being so open & honest. You’re giving hope to other kids & potential adoptive parents 🥰
@daffyduck9753
4 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful young man you have become. Your positive attitude will serve you well. I am so sorry about your earlier heartaches, but am SO glad you found the love you so richly deserve. Wishing you a happy and joy - filled life...
@UnePetiteAmie
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story. My husband and I were mostly interested in young kids because we are young ourselves but I saw a 17 year old boy on an adoption website today and just out in an inquiry about him. I don’t know if anything will come from it but there was just something about him. I have to know more.
@beverlythomas7251
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, I want to adopt a older child. I love your story..... I hope I can help a you man on his life road.
@resianemaculate.
4 жыл бұрын
Beverly Thomas, Can you please adopt my kids?
@keepitsimpleydb6151
4 жыл бұрын
I been watching alot of KZitem on older children getting adopted. Your story is so moving. May God continue to bless you in life.....so very proud of you.
@anabella1727
4 жыл бұрын
I really want to adopt a baby. I'm 24 with no kids. But..maybe if I foster I'll meet an older kid that I would like to adopt too. I want a couple of kids..I'm open to it. I can't imagine being a child yearning for a family. It just breaks my heart and I want to be their family.
@Radiance70
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chris, many goosebumps,
@findsmiles9282
5 жыл бұрын
You touched me! My husband and I are starting our introduction class to adopt on Monday and we’ve been pulled to adopt older children and not separate siblings. Your parents are blessed and if we are fortunate enough to have a child with 1/10 of your heart we will be truly blessed! Love to you!
@trixiesalodes3561
5 жыл бұрын
Hi
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@cheyenneomans4995
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story! My husband and I (he is 27 and I'm 25) started the foster paperwork almost a year ago, but never finished. We thought we would get littles because we are so young, but God put it on our hearts to adopt older kids. We're moving into a house this summer (I don't know how sharing a single bathroom with a teenager would play out haha) and we are so excited because that means we're closer to growing our family.
@lienbijs1205
4 жыл бұрын
There is a minimum and maximum age gap between adoptive parents and child, not in America?
@cheyenneomans4995
4 жыл бұрын
@@lienbijs1205 From what I read, each state has its own age requirements, and Texas doesn't have any specified
@suzipoofy5388
3 жыл бұрын
I had to give up my children in 1984, for adoption my daughter was 3years old and my son was 2 years old, I was told that their names would not change only their last name, I wanted them to have a stable home and food, there were times I didn't have enough to feed them my aunt helped me sometimes .that was the hardest thing I had to do, but I love them so much that I just wanted a better life for them. My dream is that one day they will find me and forgive me for giving them up for adoption. I was young and I thought I was doing the right thing for them I love them and never stopped loving them so Milagro (Milli) and Domingo jr (DJ) if you're out there please forgive me and kids I'm here in grandma's house if you can remember milli , I love you milli and DJ please forgive me.
@mollydhuet9701
2 жыл бұрын
We are adopting a 14 year old girl out of foster care in part because I saw this video about a year ago and my heart was touched. Thank you for speaking up!
@mother_of_doxies
2 жыл бұрын
I’m sold, Chris. Thank you for sharing your story. Good luck to you!
@suegoulding1341
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your story. Good luck 👍 with your future... I'm sure you're going to do well because you never gave up. You have a very nice way about yourself.
@ESSIETALES
4 жыл бұрын
😭 Thank you for sharing. My partner and I just started the process to become licensed to adopt. I really appreciate you sharing your story.☺️
@JessicaElle
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Your story is beautiful! This really hit home for me...For the past 10 months, my husband and I have been fostering a 10-year-old girl, a previous student of mine. A few weeks ago, she was moved to a new placement because we are military and we will be moving out of state, so we are unable to take her with us due to the time limit, as well as the fact that she is Native American. :( This has been hard for all of us. Due to ICWA, they have to try to find a Native American adoptive family. She has struggled with emotional/anger issues, just as you have, many being in part due to her traumatic past, which is understandable. She is trying to cope with everything she has gone through. We absolutely adore her and want so much to have her back with us, but we will have to wait to see if she is going to be adopted by a native family. We know that God has a plan for her, but it is hard not being able to do anything more until the state goes through the adoption process required for native children. It is SO hard, but we are not losing hope! Thank you for sharing your story and how it has changed your life. God bless you and your family!!!
@ChrisGray1graytheone
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I feel that people need to hear that adoption is a beautiful thing you changed a kids life tremendously. I want to be able to use my voice to help kids that want to have that forever home. I'm sorry to hear that about the situation I know God has a plan for here and I know that she will be put in a place where she needs to be. Thank you for caring It truly means a lot and it is an inspiration and motivation for me to keep speaking on behalf of kids who may not be on the position i'm in. Honestly I would to maybe collaborate with you and your husband on a video maybe like a Q&A or something where you can talk to me about what its like or whatever ya'll would like to ask, I saw your channel kinda revolve around the topic and I would be totally open to it.
@JessicaElle
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for using your voice to speak out for those kids. I think it's important that people understand where you are coming from. Honestly, we really didn't until we had one of our own here at home. She has been in foster care 6 times and she is only 10. She has been in countless homes. It has been an eye-opening journey for us. Absolutely! We would love to do a collab with you and be able to help you use your voice and share your story! :) We are in the middle of packing/moving now, but once we get settled here in June, we would love to! Please reach back out if we haven't. Things are just hectic for us right at this point in time. Talk soon! ~Jess
@ChrisGray1graytheone
5 жыл бұрын
The Nichols' Nook I know it’s been a long time since we last spoke but I was just reaching out I would love to see if you still wanna do that collaboration video. I apologize for the such late timing but just wanted to see if you were still interested!
@adoptionnow9512
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story! We love telling adoption stories and always love seeing people stand up as a voice for adoption! You are an encouragement!
@cynthiaallen9225
4 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy for you. Do you keep in touch w ur bio sibs? Are they okay?
@misswinner3627
6 жыл бұрын
I would like to adopt an older child....one that's 12-16 years old.
@pumpkinsmash9760
5 жыл бұрын
I wish you luck!
@trixiesalodes3561
5 жыл бұрын
Hi
@trixiesalodes3561
5 жыл бұрын
Can you adopt me? I'm 15
@Ayitiana
5 жыл бұрын
Trixie Salodes aww
@vtae5753
5 жыл бұрын
Can you adopt me 😭💔
@washingtongumballs
5 жыл бұрын
I’ve just been matched with a 16 year old that I want to adopt, she will be our first kid and I’m hoping you could share in what ways you felt like you were really in your forever home compared to a foster home.
@bethzaleesotomayor9910
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your story! We have been fostering for almost 3 years, looking into fostering/adopting an older kid. Kinda nervous because of all the stories you hear. Your story was very encouraging. Praying for nothing, but the best for you!
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@allatgoddess8961
4 жыл бұрын
God bless you. May you have a full, wonderful, successfull, Life of love.
@thecurtisfamily1
5 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thank you for sharing. We are thinking about adopting an older child. I had a son when I was very young and had another son many years later with my husband so there is a 10 year age gap between our kids. And we’d love to fill in the gap between our two. And knowing that there is such a need for older kids, it seems to just make sense. We are doing the research now and your video came up, thank you for sharing your story! God bless!
@integritymatters5162
6 жыл бұрын
what a beautiful story - thank you so much for sharing and god bless you.
@cececece8966
5 жыл бұрын
Your the reason why kiddo!! I love your story, your heart, and this is why teens are so special to my family! Sending lots of love and praying for blessings over your life! God bless you! Keep sharing your story. Look how many hearts are being touched.
@howabouthat8606
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Chris! Adopting an older child is something I've thought about for awhile and I feel the time is right to move forward with that. Your story is an inspiration and I wish you a lifetime of love, laughter and happiness!
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@katrinar9310
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story with us. Thank you for being willing to take a chance on opening up to a family and wanting to fit in. As an older child, it is also on them wanting to bond and fit in to being a part of a family. In other words, love goes both ways. You have to WANT to love back. BLESSINGS, -Kate
@Kaybee73
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story with us. I am in a process of adopting a child from foster as well.
@ChrisGray1graytheone
6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I want to use the platform to really spread awareness about and how much you can change someones life! Thank you for supporting me I greatly appreciate it! I'm glad to hear that! If you have any questions about it please let me know!
@kathleenbaker2654
5 жыл бұрын
This was a lovely story. Thank you for sharing.
@gayled3059
4 жыл бұрын
Chris, you show yourself to be a commendable young man. I'm not looking to adopt (I'm well over 50 with not a great income), just was interested in your experience. I too am very glad you didn't become a statistic. What have you become (vocation) after college?
@shawnwiles4512
5 жыл бұрын
God bless you brother. I loved hearing your story. My wife and I are currently looking into adopting a middle aged child.
@JG-ix5xr
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing this video ❤️
@GregoryRCosta
4 жыл бұрын
If you don't mind my asking, what was bonding with your parents like at an older age? I've talked to several people who were adopted as teens and the experience has been mixed. Some have told me that they struggle feeling a part of the family, though that feeling has been subsiding with time but will probably never go away. Even so, he says that without the stability the home provided, he doesn't know where he'd be without them.
@karendienesch-calamari5992
5 жыл бұрын
Hi, Thank you for your wonderful story. We are empty nesters with 2 children who have graduated college and one in college now. I hate having an empty home without the sounds of children. The process has been slow because they seem to rush foster parents through, but it is a waiting game for families who want to go straight to adoption. The system is so slow. One year has passed and our home study is submitted for processing. I look forward to sharing your story with my husband. You are a wonderful young man and an inspiration to all! Please wish us luck as we see this through, seeking to welcome to our family in a child 12-16. All the best, The Calamari's
@Oceanusnovas-um2zf
4 жыл бұрын
Good luck to you and your husband. It's a wonderful thing to do. Bless
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@BillyBob-oy9gk
5 жыл бұрын
Chris, Thank you so much for your story... every child in this world needs to be able to know that they are loved and wanted. PS... Please tell your parents thank you as well... I am so proud of them and you!
@beckymorris146
4 жыл бұрын
You seem like an amazing young man. Given your determination and attitude, you will go far in life and do great!!
@trouble1435
2 жыл бұрын
Good for you, great story.
@muckersfarm
4 жыл бұрын
I want to thank you for your video. My husband and I are wanting to adopt an older child but didn't know how an older child would feel about joint a family. Your video has had a great impact and confirmation that this is what we want. Thank you from the bottom of my heart
@kabin6245
4 жыл бұрын
i am 17 years old boy can you want to adopt me please?💔😢😢😭😭😭
@ellaw356
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, thank you for this video! I have a question. My husband and I do not have children because I was not able to. We are going thru the process of adopting thru foster care. I am physically handicapped and will not be able to do a lot of what other parents could do physically. Like play soccer or some days we may have to have “quick” food. My question is, do children in foster care dread or have a fear of being adopted by someone with my limitations? Thank you!
@gregramirez2935
4 жыл бұрын
I adopted my 5 kids as a single parent. It was tuff for me and I was young going to college. I was working with street and throwaway kids in Los Angeles. I got to know a family judge and he became a second father figure. I brought a 5 yr.old boy to him. He didn't like the foster care system at the time. He looked at me and said since he needed a dad you can adopt him and I will help you through the process. I went him, told my parents and my mom told me people are going to look at you funny because they going to think you want to molest him because during the early 80's many people were accused of sexual abuse because of the McMartin case and others. Five kids later, they are successful college educated adults who did it on their .I just gave the foundation. Now, I have 7 adopted grandchildren. This was the greater gift given to me by God.
@voryoung
4 жыл бұрын
that picnic really sounds like an extra-stressful job interview, and I know how those can go wrong. particularly since you knew how important having "a family to back you" was to your future, #dreamjob has nothing on it.
@cathelenealtamirano6803
4 жыл бұрын
Chris what a fine young man you have turned out to be...Your mother and father must be very proud of you and your accomplishments.You are graduating from College...WOW, that's wonderful.You have such a positive attitude.I wish you the best,and lots of success in your life.Great story continue with this, you will inspire other kids in the foster program, remember never give up,all things are possible.God is good,God is great bless you and your new family.
@jen1963
2 жыл бұрын
You have moved my heart to adopt a teen. Please pray my husband will be moved to be on board. We are starting the process to foster to adopt but originally planned on adopting an infant. Thank you for this beautiful testimony. God bless you!
@ChrisGray1graytheone
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jen! Thank you for the encouragement! That is so exciting to hear! I will definitely be praying for you guys and your journey. I'm putting out a Q&A video soon so if you have any questions I'll try to add them to my list. Blessing to you and your family!
@pawankumar-xy7mg
4 жыл бұрын
Chris gray1 bro please tell me , can get adopted at the age of 23 ....bro plz tell me I really need it😔
@arenkiafielteau2442
2 жыл бұрын
Chris, thank you for sharing your story. I am interested in adopting an older child & I wanted to hear your story. Best wishes in your journey as you share your story.
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@izakopalma7093
4 жыл бұрын
Who wouldn’t want you, your so special and so handsome!!!
@medyatioktarina1430
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your life story. I , a mother aged 56, love you. I sincerely pray that may the universe shower you with a lot of happiness for the rest of your life.
@MariselaCantu-i6b
8 ай бұрын
Wow Beautiful Story l love it and I'm very happy u got adopted 2 beautiful family ❤️💙💙💯💖💙❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ God Bless U Always 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 From Breeley Colorado
@andreajohnson6968
4 жыл бұрын
You reinforced my desire to adopt an older kid when I'm settled. Thank you.
@maryhall1181
4 жыл бұрын
I love your story of adoption! Thank you Chris And I can tell you know Jesus...you refer to your Savior!!! Me....older and widowed....so I can't.
@FiveEighteenBlog
5 жыл бұрын
Chris thank you for sharing your story, im looking into adopting an older child because i feel like everyone wants a baby but there are so many older children that need loving homes. Thanks for helping my research
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@aquamarine0023
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your story - I can feel the strong emotional and love and sincerity in your voice. I am so touched by this, especially because I want to adopt but have had fears about it bc I was afraid maybe the child I adopt won't love me as much as they would love a bio parent, silly fears like that. But I really feel that being blood related doesn't matter. I think all the adoped child needs to know is that they are wanted, they are valued and that they are loved for who they are. God bless you, you are amazing - please keep sharing your story to others! It really has so much value and is a gift and the way you share it is from such a genuine, heartfelt place - it will really get through to people!
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@billybob-hn9mo
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story!
@deniselancaster6888
5 жыл бұрын
Hello Chris. You're a fine handsome young man. Adopted at 15 - are you 23 this year? How wonderful to be adopted, accepted and loved. Reminds me of the chorus "I'm accepted, I'm forgiven, l am fathered by the true and living God.." What have you been studying, hope to do? Thank you.
@mendisuarez1595
4 жыл бұрын
Bless you please keep doing this. Bless y'all btw I'm from Alabama too 😁
@lindseyjo1759
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for making this video! It is my mission to adopt older kids at some point in my life
@folkfolk281
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm a 13 year old girl who's getting hit and abused by her parents. I am mentally going through a lot.I just want to get adopted and end all of this.Please let me know if i can get any kind of help.
@johnh8186
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your story. Really inspirational and glad you persevere and never gave up on your hope / dream as most people likely would have done so by the time they are in their teens. Very happy for you and look forward to hearing more about your journey forward. Respect and love!
@JaneDoe-ip5yl
4 жыл бұрын
I hope more people will do this.💞most heartwarming thing
@AlishaHerbiederbie
5 жыл бұрын
I am wanting to adopt an older child in the next few years. Thank you for sharing your story. I hope only beautiful things come your way in life.
@vtae5753
5 жыл бұрын
Can you adopt me😭😭💔
@sunnyrays2281
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. Love your story and your heart. May God continue to bless you and use you to help bless others.
@danascully7358
4 жыл бұрын
You are a precious puppy. I can't imagine wanting to adopt a young child. I can't even imagine giving birth. I love teens. they are such a hot mess but I love it. I've heard the stats on kids that age out and this is something that needs to change now. So happy for you. You WILL do great things with your life. Keep going! God bless!
@grlamont
4 жыл бұрын
Hey I’m from Kerrville and I was born in Corpus Christi! OMG! We have been contemplating adoption with teenagers here in Seattle area and I truly believe that this video came up on my with a purpose to complete the license and get our future kids living in a loving, faith filled home! Thanks for posting! God bless!
@brixbaniqued6640
4 жыл бұрын
Im 16 years old :+ can you adopt me?
@marthawarrington7748
4 жыл бұрын
God is good all the time. May his name be exhaulted
@nicoleguidry7151
6 жыл бұрын
You have a beautiful story. I am going to school for social work and we plan on adopting one day. I fostered my 16 year old brother for 6 months until a better family situation with more opportunities came about with our aunt and uncle. Your story truly inspires me. It takes great courage to do what you are doing, using your voice. Thank you for your testimony.
@llddau
4 жыл бұрын
Nicole Guidry When you say you fostered your brother, do you mean you became his guardian because he was under-age and you were an adult?
@builtontherockhomestead9390
3 жыл бұрын
Live 60 miles west of Kerrville. Nice community. Sounds like you wound up with a wonderful family.
@happylovesmile6415
2 жыл бұрын
Your testimony has brought me to tears so amazing!!!!!!!!!!! May God bless you forever 💜💚💙🧡💛
@CulinaryGuide
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏾 so much for sharing your story. I am considering adoption in the near future. Your story is the first I’ve heard from the perspective of an older adopted child.
@lisabolo26
4 жыл бұрын
Bless you, Young Man! Thanks for sharing. I've been thinking about adopting an older child for many years.
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