Family's Dash Cam of Derecho 100mph Storm in Grimes, Iowa on August 10, 2020

[@laenaszone]

Everyone's talking about the young man in the front and the moms steadiness. And rightfully so. However, the quiet resolve of the kid with the "ok youre making it worse" was perfect.

[@Bribgaming]

You're absolutely right.

[@wot1fan885]

That is what im saying. Gj to them all . The little girl is allowed to cry.

[@wot1fan885]

@@dxhfeast9517 exactly. But they stayed calm and made a plan.

[@messengerguardiansparanorm8606]

Absolutely! You hear him say to the younger girl, "Quiet. Your cryin' is just makin' it worse."😀♥️

[@jqueen3494]

Right!😂

[@ergosumadrieyl2927]

Her asking her son “what should I do” and her son being calm and quick with his response. Please Lord, let that be the dynamic between me and my children. Let me raise them well.

[@ahhyeah]

I removed the troll 😉

[@HeyitsBri_]

The husband said she was more so talking to herself

[@chinadashauthority65]

Amen girl, I hope so too. May God give us the cards and may we play them up to his standards.

[@dannyrodriguez3369]

I wanna raise my kids well to but i always had that doubt :how do you raise your children a certain way and know your doing it right if you only know and experienced one : the way your parents raised you .🤷‍♂️

[@cocobrine6957]

Right

[@kathrynmahan-hooten4399]

I want to recognize how calm the young man in the front seat is, helping mom look around and find a safe place. Job well done

[@near4952]

Inteligent boy

[@jordanmicahcook]

I noticed that too!

[@fallencobra5197]

Yeah he’s very calm in emergency situations a trait not many people have im lucky and have it I learned that a few months ago

[@enidnievescruz8780]

That young man emotionally stabilized his mother in a critical moment, she should be extremely proud... raised her kid well!!!

[@moonlightfitz]

not the mother i guess

[@Wyndsaurus23]

A child should never have to emotionally regulate an adult, especially their parent.

[@shikkishiraishi6758]

​@@Wyndsaurus23 Yeah but shit happens. We are humans and kids are humans as well. Can't really blame a mother's reaction to something she was absolutely not prepared for, especially when it's something that can just wipe off her kids.

[@ang695]

@@Wyndsaurus23 they didnt have to. it wouldve been handled regardless. and yes sxometimes we slip up and need help from our loved ones :) some people wouldnt have been regulated and continued to freak. open your mind more :P

[@cosmicreef5858]

the kdis are well, not her doing Kids make their own decisions

[@wywyb88]

The composure of that shot gun rider.... that's why he's up front.

[@fearplug6027]

had the same happen except we were pulling a 33 ft travel trailer and my dad was flooring it as i gave him updates on it from the passenger seat

[@Thehandsomest]

Kid is a boss

[@alkencor]

The boy in the front seat was impressive. Kept his mother from panicking and told her to go to the store.

[@nathanmckenzie904]

Little dude was straight up chill

[@dck149]

I thought so too. Good job.

[@LuisPolo]

100%!

[@misaelgomez2941]

Wow even at a young age the male brain is more cool calm and collected. ( JK everyone ! Couldn’t resist)

[@xDerDerx]

I say they all did an outstanding job, the young girl started to get upset but someone in the back calmed her down. Great work!

[@cynicnhel409]

“Lydia youre making it worst” oh bless Lydia surrounded with brave brothers

[@imsexyroblox6838]

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[@karma_is_a_bitch6016]

When lydia became teenager. Boys won't dare to cheat on her. She has 4 brave brothers.

[@mnkpop5858]

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[@lawrup]

*Brothers Willings to die to save another one's family what a heroic act*

[@jimmygrey6848]

@@karma_is_a_bitch6016 I'm 28, my little sister is 16. I always give her boyfriend "the look" just to keep him in line lol.

[@shaunjohnson8158]

She thought that was a tornado or something like it, at least. The fact that she has 5 kids in her care and the way her eyes looked around goes to show you she was looking out for the very best of those kiddos and herself. Well done ma'am. Very well done. I tip my hat to the lady driver in this video.

[@saintjabroni]

Das bae!!

[@Covertghost]

it was a tornado, you can see the touchdown right before she uturns

[@nodnarbdabarb]

Weak tornadoes are still tornadoes.

[@PixelVR123]

@@Covertghost and the sirens

[@powsvalentine]

It WAS a tornado so what do you mean?

[@jgarciajr55]

The kid in the front seat definitely wouldn’t fold under questioning.

[@Flupmeister1]

Criminal psychologist here. Only a sociopath wouldnt fold. I dont think this kid is one.

[@jayel5393]

Call this a hunch, but he might have been joking.

[@johndoe2391]

Jay El yeah, after a bit of a brainstorm session with the boys, we’ve come to the same conclusion

[@MoneyBeGreenMf]

On foenem!

[@haunted7632]

He’s a real one 🤩

[@anonymously-mysterious3812]

The fact that the mother trusts her child that much to be asking him what she should do is amazing, that child is a Natural born Leader!!!

[@iversonstimecapsule1690]

No, I believe they’re just a happy fam.

[@GhostShip94]

Was she asking him, or herself.

[@ahhyeah]

I asked her and she says she was talking to herself. But we would take ideas from him!

[@logan9699]

Karen luvs Jesus lets just fix something quick and edit that ‘more’ in your sentence out. It just needs to say ‘smarter’ not ‘more smarter’ 😂

[@Gih021]

Logan maybe her parents think her sister is SO DAMN smart that saying she is smarter isn’t enough 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@johaniffsofiz]

There’s a reason he’s the co-pilot. Ice in his veins.

[@ashkaash2486]

Facts

[@gavingraziose8012]

sheeeeesshhh

[@alejandrofragoso2323]

Factual facts

[@Bmp..232]

That’s a drug reference

[@wisherdad4958]

Is there a house near us ...quick thinking young guy

[@chesterthawkins7510]

The son sitting next to Mom is so mature and calm. Took care of the whole family. A fine young man!

[@pixie9499]

i just want to applaud this mother for staying calm for her children even as they panicked. she involves them and allows them a voice in the face of danger and she seems to be a great mom. i hope her and her babies are thriving.

[@ahhyeah]

We are doing great! Thanks!

[@3914hwood]

she panicked and thats why they got upset. lol

[@weeaboh]

@@3914hwood bro, i would have been terrified, no one can blame her for letting some fear slip into her voice. parents aren't robots, they're allowed to show fear if they think their family is in danger. they still managed to stay pretty calm given their circumstances, so kudos to the whole family.

[@juliareut7635]

@@3914hwood if that’s “panicked” to you, you’ve never seen someone truly panic

[@LITTLE1994]

@@ahhyeah That's nice to hear.

[@Diara27]

Everyone is giving props to the little boy in the front seat, as they should. However, the little boy in the blue shorts made sure his younger sister got into the store before him. Definitely didn’t go unnoticed. Good job to all of them.

[@LITTLE1994]

Yup.

[@1230sandrag]

❤️

[@rebelheart4469]

That was very sweet of him

[@mikewhiteside2925]

Why didn't she drop them off at the front door.?

[@adamporter3402]

@@mikewhiteside2925 It's faster to park and then gun it to the door probably

[@huntercoleman4302]

This is actually crazy. She asks the children what should I do and the genius kid instantly says go there (bricked building) very smart of him

[@foggyvhs8790]

video games no doubt haha

[@bobbyjoe373]

kid plays Rust for sure

[@luckypurplebananas]

Didn’t y’all ever hear how the wolf couldn’t blow down the brick house? 😂

[@huntercoleman4302]

Nah they got that fortnite intellect🤣

[@vaneela3377]

Why do Americans build houses with wood instead of solid concrete even though tornado's and thunderstorms are pretty common there?

[@oscarroman7716]

For the most time; oldest children always carry a great deal of responsibility that comes to us at an unnoticed time...props for the kids' confidence to keep his mom calm and collected...

[@pellmell1320]

Surprised it took so long for me to see a comment saying this. Oldest kids step up because they have to, that is just the reality. Younger siblings never grow up quite as fast. Signed, an oldest daughter

[@KingAries85]

Yup even as a young boy he had to keep the grown woman calm and safe when it really hit the fan he saved their lives

[@dpaton2010]

That kid in the front seat is going places in life. Literally the only one who kept cool and didn't panic.

[@jjjohnson7578]

She didn’t panic. She did a great job

[@dpaton2010]

@@jjjohnson7578 Yeah. I watched it again and youre right. The whole family did awesome. But that kid in the front, for being as young as he is, to be that collected and helping his mom. The little dude is going to be a great leader when he grows up.

[@jjjohnson7578]

David Paton totally!

[@EphemeralProductions]

living in Iowa, they've probably already seen and been through at least a couple tornadoes. LOL It's a fact of life in that part of the US. So I'm guessing that's part of why they were not too fazed. LOL

[@senzugrower4203]

And then the one breaks down as soon as she starts reversing 😂

[@LadyHarley]

I love how she listens to her son and doesn’t shh him like a lot of people probably would and even asks him for help. No wonder he’s so smart, his mother respects his instincts and advice. That’s the dynamic duo in one of those survivor movies.

[@sunfloweryella7749]

@@michaelellison511 dude you watched the video, and you know her asking what she should do didn’t make anything worse the kid was already crying. Who are you to say what she should have done when they lived to share the damn footage? Sorry this mom loves her kids and your mom never loved you

[@jambriest]

@@sunfloweryella7749 chill, they're not wrong though. She had a moment of panic, it happens... They were just pointing out that as a parent your children are looking to you for answers. She should know, not because she is an adult but because she's likely to have more experience understanding weather conditions and safety. Although she panic'd at least she didn't visibly freak out.

[@makaylajones3673]

@@michaelellison511 i honestly think she was just thinking out loud, she wasn’t actually asking the child but she took his advice anyways

[@joshuabrown1314]

I think in that situation, EVERY one of us would have that moment! She easily could've freaked out, but she stayed calm, her son stayed calm, she got her kids to safety! Bottom line- she's not a storm expert- she doesn't study storm patterns. She made a quick turn around, her son guided her to a shelter, kids are safe!! So anyone critiquing her strength, or critical thinking, you've better been in that situation with 5 or six kids in the car

[@joshuabrown1314]

If not, give her mad props for getting her kids safe and save your critiques for the movies

[@tulipallium]

in the description, it reads "we apologize for any illegal driving that occured" BRUH THEY NEARLY GOT SWEPT WDYM THAT WAS NECESSARY BRO

[@stickynomcnuggets4977]

LMAOOO

[@prettysakurafl0wer]

lmaooo 😩😩😩

[@LITTLE1994]

I agree. Do whatever you can to save your life.

[@Autofer2013]

They broke the law just to face it lmao

[@jayceesantistevan4154]

LMFAO

[@LV2UXO77]

High Alert... Mom did an excellent job staying calm and quickly brought her children to a safe place and not to mention her children are well-behaved. Well, Done Mom XO

[@Irespecktyouall]

You didn't listen did you?

[@KingAries85]

😂 correction. The calm boy in the front saved everyone’s life because the mom didn’t even know what to do. She started to panic and ask the young boy what to do. if he wasn’t calm and took control of the situation and told his mom to go to the store she would have lost it and not known what to do

[@fencserx9423]

That kid is STEEL. Mom wisely asked for suggestions (cause she needs to not crash the car while thinking of solutions)… and this kid doesn’t skip a beat. What a man.

[@TaehunSeong.]

@@Dexter-nw2fe Thank you

[@cimbrito]

@@alejandropina9836 I would say thats just a standard mother scared for her kids and panicking while in a dire situation. Thats neither bad nor good just how she is couldn't keep her cool but what can you do?

[@HDog2906]

@@Dexter-nw2fe because this woman had 30 minutes of calm and peace and quiet in her house to sit down and think about what to do. It's all well and good looking in hindsight with all the time in the world. You wouldn't have done better my friend.....

[@joshuabrown1314]

Agreed 100%

[@ahhyeah]

She, it was the 6 year old, youngest that was crying.

[@audioman5000]

The kid who said “you’re making it worse” also put his hand on his sisters shoulder after and told her “its okay don’t cry” Everyone in this family handled this situation so well

[@unannamous]

when did he say it’s okay to cry i didn’t hear that

[@audioman5000]

@@unannamous 1:59 as they’re pulling into the parking lot

[@walter1989c]

"You are making worst" and the other says "it's ok don't cry". They know each other reactions and feelings how to handle it. The older kid was like a house at least. Then was asked again says turn here. She actually did. Wow man that kid has one critical thinking at beat. Mom wow you remained calmed even when kid cried out loud. Also trusting on your child knowing they make a clear decisions. Trust me at the end of the day y'all like omg what a work with our kids but is worth at the end. Being independent making their own decisions.

[@1CT1]

Accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior and you will be saved. John 3:16 (share the good news of the gospel around the world!) Have a wonderful day/night, may the Lord bless you all, and farewell!

[@dadocta8355]

@@1CT1 God Bless you!

[@Jackal84066]

I’m impressed by how calm the kids were and they all listened to their mom without question...kudos on good parenting

[@mnkpop5858]

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[@SakhImad11]

They’re such a good kids!!

[@cryoman4144]

what about the other one that was whailing doe

[@amfro4276]

@@cryoman4144 that's just what some young kids do in situations like these

[@enigma5014]

@@Kiriali kudos to mother and good parenting

[@islandsicedtea]

That kid in the front is impressive. His own mom asking him, “What should I do?” and the other kid crying and him telling him it’s only making it worse, very mature

[@ngtflyer]

Hats off to everyone, especially the young man in the front seat who stayed calm and gave reassuring advice, get to the store and get safe. Glad were all OK! And yes, "illegal" driving is excused when getting away from danger and to safety. When you see parts of a roof fly across the road ahead, you turn around!

[@kendallbedford2523]

I would have done the same thing

[@psybird2641]

may have been illegal, but definitely safe, both for her family and other drivers on the road. i commend her fast thinking!

[@goldenhawk952]

He's a kid

[@kyle18934]

@@HobbyOrganist better than being in a car, and i think they may have an emergency room for tornadoes.

[@ahhyeah]

They went to the bathrooms.

[@isais207]

In the middle of a tornado, seeking shelter for herself and 5 kids... and she still parks better than most people at stores.

[@TruckWithJeter]

Not a tornado but still well done and kudos to the kid for staying calm and giving simple but effective instructions.

[@boseph7480]

I would have parked my car at the front door. Covering that distance in 100mph winsa

[@diario_e-bike]

Bro, I saw this too!! What a park she did!!

[@Espressoqueen9894]

I pray they are okay

[@keithwatson8228]

What tornado?

[@noemicharlotte3267]

That Woman raised amazing kids, just saying

[@ButterCUpset]

@Miguel Melchior that’s a fire lane. Additionally something could’ve fallen on the car from the building. I’d take a nice open parking spot during a storm like this, especially if I don’t wanna get stranded in an unfamiliar town.

[@NyxSpirit]

@Miguel Melchior shut up lol

[@NyxSpirit]

@Miguel Melchior So what if that tornado come closer and chucked her car at them or through the window etc.? They had a much better chance being there and they’re fine. People like you just need something to bitch about make themselves feel better.

[@fishingwithmike828]

She did a great fucking job the young men new what to do at the rite time smart fucking kid god bless them

[@cleberaugusto4719]

@Miguel Melchior ß👙😈😕😕

[@rangernoel]

The mother asking her son what she should do made me cry. What a wonderful relationship to have with your parent at such a young age were they trust you like that. And for her to keep her calm with the other crying in the back? My parents wouldve been freaking out and telling me to stfu in that situation. This video speaks volumes on what kind of parent she is.

[@sannah1985]

THAT OLDEST SON WAS SOOOOOO INCREDIBLE AT CALMING HIS MOTHER. she already knows she can count on him because she asked HIM "what should I do" not once but twice. Incredible story for them to look back on years from now. Strangers on the internet are praising this young man and mothers ability to keep herself and 5 children safe

[@CoercedJab]

Big L for the mother of all those kids tho

[@matthewmosier8439]

Yeah, this was an example of how to deal with a dangerous situation, properly. She doesn't scream or get frustrated, she makes a good decision in running it by her son, and he does an great job at being calm. Fear and panic can kill you because I think fear likely causes your decision making to revert to an emotional level which is a dangerous practice

[@jayluuranasc5095]

Impressionante o auto controle da mãe com a situação.Tornado chegando crianças chorando e o que fazer? Esse menino foi demais na ajuda que deu a sua mãe.Parabens aos dois

[@tula1433]

This is why we need masculinity! ❤

[@daybreakdragon]

She was talking to herself out loud not asking the kid though? But he had a good idea and impressive that he was so calm and cool.

[@swunson]

is this not the most mature group of kids you’ve ever seen

[@bakugoukatsuki7815]

@@vnd3rwrldvxbez948 The kid who cried from the rain is obviously younger who was easily scared by the panicking and the storm happening around them, This does not make them any less mature, they easily stopped crying and ran in the store like there mother told them to do.

[@fuckedupspinosaurus4785]

@@eye492 I mean she was like the youngest of them if I’m seeing right

[@the_cassandradiane]

I believe that the kid who was crying was much younger, and was crying about the tornado behind them.

[@jacksonbarker9343]

Except the sister

[@ahhyeah]

7 and you are correct.

[@MZ-bl6wg]

As a single dad of daughters , my heart goes out to this mom trying to stay cool for her kids , having her entire life in her car. My heart

[@Moresco24]

💯 god bless y’all bro

[@Mahavegan]

Absolutely right!

[@Mahavegan]

@@joefranks4235 don't criticize her. Such a horrifying and complicated situation

[@spitfire3797]

*Tornado casually picks up and slams your mini van with your family in it*

[@IntrovertedLoLo]

All those boys. Turning her hair gray.

[@kelseyneapetung126]

That young boy did awesome! I'm genuinely so impressed by how he kept his composure and told his mom where to go ❤️

[@neiceythefreethinker9987]

The oldest son in the front is a lowkey warrior and leader. Didn’t buckle under pressure and he led his mom. I’m glad they’re safe.

[@aarongdukey]

Oldest kids usually the wisest in a good house

[@TheCrazyCloon]

@@aarongdukey hahaha, what?!

[@USMCplzzz]

@@TheCrazyCloon in a good house, there’s expectation when the only child now must contend with it not being about them all the time anymore, and thus gain a perspective in life that often differs from the siblings.

[@slycarlo8747]

@@USMCplzzz duurr waaaa, I swear some of these kids in comments these days are f’ing brain dead, good explanation.

[@USMCplzzz]

@@MageOfTokyo not sure if u noticed the wind tearing buildings apart or what, something tells me you’re projecting and just can’t stand that the kid was acting with more maturity than you seem to have.

[@TRI-CE]

My man's in the front acting like a grown man not even scared

[@imsexyroblox6838]

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[@chinmayvaradkar1396]

He a tough guy tho

[@husseymangtv]

He doesnt understand the power of them. Even people that has seen them before up close are shocked when they hear and feel your entire house crumble. Its fucking wicked. Its pitchblack in some videos man

[@peterr2237]

It's a horrible moment. The mom was brave and decisive. The boy seating by her was extremely composed. It's common and natural that kids cry and are scared by the thing they are seeing.

[@yosefshekelberg5433]

"what should I do" yeah okay buddy she decisive.

[@peterr2237]

@@yosefshekelberg5433 LOL

[@mariolisa2832]

That crying from that girl was so unnecessary and jarring, the danger wasn’t even that bad at that point. Even if it was at the end and she was crying because she was scared to get out the car, I wouldn’t mind so much. But screaming and crying when she did right as momma was trying to turn the car around, I would have yelled for her to shut up im sorry

[@flowerqueen174]

@@mariolisa2832 she's a baby and she is scars shut up would be so mean

[@buckleuphun]

@@mariolisa2832 but I do understand in a situation like that I would tell my child to quiet down as the mother needs to think straight

[@adalbertoramirez3151]

Mom and son did a great job and it's heartwarming to see them working as a great team while facing such a stressful situation. God bless and GOOD JOB guys!

[@robfis5924]

- *Family runs into store in fear of death* - *3 random people calmly walk out the Store to their car*

[@ajhantiaries4755]

I was looking for this comment

[@ahhyeah]

It was the store employees coming out to help find my son’s glasses.

[@rosalynmartin519]

Those people all went back in the store at the end.

[@joshrichings5709]

Was thinking the same thing!!! She is acting like there is a massive tornado coming or something lol

[@Mime619]

@@ahhyeah forget all these negative comments. I would've done the same. I've been in nasty storms and lost everything. Never worth the risk. Your family did a perfect job at handling that. 👏

[@Bryan-hf7ll]

The last kid could not get out cause the wind kept the door closing and change doors quickly no one pointed that out good for him to

[@ahhyeah]

I just read him your comment! He said, “That’s nice of him!”

[@cr3scendo]

Wbhshahahahahahah

[@fernandaaguil]

I was so worried about him! Thank God the mother checked the children before go away.

[@ryankoskinas4327]

It was pretty funny that he fell too lol made me laugh and made my day

[@itsnotsam_]

1000th like**

[@stilltrill198]

Kid: *Starts crying* Other kid: HOLD YOURSELF TOGETHER PRIVATE!

[@daniureste2303]

Why doesn’t this have more likes😂😂

[@Trgn]

Lmao

[@zonex5204]

Yeah soldier i salute!!

[@stilltrill198]

Damn this comment was stuck at 9 likes, now 2 weeks later it’s at 900!!

[@TravieMoto]

Hahahahahaha

[@bkmartinez123]

You can just see the trust and bond between these kids and mom. They were all working together to keep things as calm as they could and support mama. Great job all around and praise God everyone made it safely to shelter!

[@JaNeyHeart]

"Lydia, please don't cry right now. You're making it worse!" I need these kids to be my personal advisors for any apocalyptic event. 😂

[@SeanFerree]

Same 😂

[@xivvqq]

Im u 666th like sir

[@marfon6038]

Minute?

[@stay-armyblink1924]

😂😂😂

[@stay-armyblink1924]

K M i think is the little girl in the car, who started crying.

[@them9dij455]

I like how she still takes the time to park in a parking spot lol

[@beatleses]

nice

[@nftt8krr125]

I would be running for my life 😆

[@angiecuevas8414]

@@nftt8krr125same lol

[@isabeldaza6136]

We’re Iowan, it’s in our nature 🥺

[@osvald860]

@@isabeldaza6136 what's lowan?

[@renato4178]

this mother acted perfectly, calmed her children at the right time and kept everyone safe ... maternal survival instinct has been turned on!

[@kimmykool-aid7782]

@SubtoPolecat324 stfu

[@briannaprincess05]

@SubtoPolecat324 shes allowed to freak out. she may have been speaking outloud and didnt expect an answer.

[@jesserutherfordsfav9924]

@SubtoPolecat324 “women” just say people and move on. no need to generalize.

[@EliteLilTJ]

Exactly she did a perfect job

[@kimorabrown36]

@SubtoPolecat324 she was talking to herself...they're about to get trapped in a tornado and you're worrying about what she's saying??

[@PeterGregg]

Who is that boy in the front passenger seat!!!!! Holy moly - what a freaking amazing kid !!!!!! God bless him to have an amazing and wonderful life 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@diario_e-bike]

I'm trying to understand how she parked so well. I would enter in the store with my car

[@BoyThatsFRESH]

😂😂

[@XIN_920]

😆😆

[@stevezhu1184]

Lmao

[@hiyathere599]

🤣🤣🤣I thought same thing!🤣🤣

[@j_ewe.l]

😂😂😂😂

[@fiftyfive70]

I know one of the younger children started crying-and understandably so-but I am in awe of how calm and in control the children are of their emotions in such a scary situation. I commend the mother for valuing the children’s input and asking for guidance as she concentrated on maneuvering the storm. Their family dynamic is just impressive all around. Well done!

[@deficator750]

it was just raining and windy thats why. no tornedo

[@ZepyhrLight]

@@natecloe8535 sounds super scaRY glad ya made it out

[@deficator750]

@Erin G. im a tornado expert

[@Adumzzinthehouse]

@@deficator750 Not everything has to be a tornado or hurricane to be dangerous. Wildfires, dust storms, and other stuff that doesn’t sound dangerous can be dangerous

[@wakeupluv]

Right I loved how Mom listened to her babies also 💯some people don't listen to children enough.

[@liarose2054]

Kid: * starts sobbing * Sibling: *you're making it worse*

[@Ginnybellebeauty]

LMAO

[@ungefeiert]

Yeah that's real siblings for you. It's not the nicest way, but actually the best way to calm someone down by having them realize the situation faster.

[@mariolisa2832]

No way is that was they said? I didn’t even hear it but yes that unnecessary crying was so annoying

[@inseongmingi]

@@mariolisa2832 ??? she's a child and she was scared. normally kids reactions are to cry when they are stressed and scared. sorry if a genuine child's reaction is "annoying"

[@staaaah]

@@inseongmingi it was KFKFKDKC

[@x3wildcard]

Bravo. What a mother, and what an incredible young man helping keep his family safe.

[@cargovroomandmkgovroom3094]

Her child fell over, and she stayed to help them and nearly fell over herself. This woman is an amazing mother. My mother would have left me in the car.

[@midnightportal3952]

LMFAOO the last part 😂

[@freedom8753]

Lol

[@jaxinesaunders1535]

Hats off to the mom and her son.

[@yasminlisette7071]

Mood

[@louiseditlevsen6887]

I love that you say them instead of just assuming a gender 🥰

[@milastark839]

I love how the frantically run into the store and right afterwards 3 people walk out of there super calm

[@l.a.picasa]

But then speed walked right back in lol

[@themango9644]

Fr im like whatre they doing

[@andrewwebb604]

Right!

[@MrBmxbrawler]

The employees walked out to find the childs glasses who fell in the red shorts. It states that in another comment from the mother. Plus they were not in direct force of the wind. Like they were running from the parking lot

[@MrBmxbrawler]

@@themango9644 the kid dropped his glasses. Employees went out to retrieve them for him

[@TheElitegamer23]

The fact that the mom asked the kid in the front seat "what should I do" then looked directly at him and asked again speaks volumes about her trust in his judgement which seems crazy considering how young he is. My guess is this kid is constantly having ideas / thoughts well beyond his years and for the mom to recognize that and then use it in a high pressure situation like that speaks to the survival instinct. Great video also I live like 20 mins from there.

[@premium6657]

I was that kid. I don’t like it. As much as I appreciate having my parent tell me stuff and confiding in me, it became way too much for me. I don’t want that responsibility just yet. I shared my mother’s burden at such a young age and I grew up way too fast because of it. Instead of enjoying stuff children usually do, I worried more about closing shop, where to get the money to pay for things, etc. Nevertheless, I still love my mom and I owe the world to her.

[@koyajoon7037]

@@premium6657 …that was me, too!😢

[@dyme917]

@@premium6657 (3) but my father. I'm a middle child yet they expect the most for me since they thought I'm better and smarter than my sibs. It hurts for me as well that they see my sibs like that and hurts for myself coz I'd carry the pressure and burden

[@Sahasrahla.]

Sometimes when stuff is going crazy you know what to do but you just need to hear it from someone else for it to click. The kid seemed relatively calm and the mom was freaking out internally so he helped anchor her in that respect.

[@aidenronnansmith8275]

@@premium6657 there is nothing wrong for growing up too fast, just my opinion... as my parents taught me about responsibility, saving and using money properly etc, since I was 7 yo.. well it sucks that I couldn't have happy childhood as you mentioned. I used to care alot about how much pocket money I need to save for helping my parents for their business or feeding us, and so on .. I don't really have interest with kids stuff, or play around with other kids.. but yeah, it effects me now, I have alot of interest with toys or games, cartoons or animations.. probably this is side effects of being mature too early 😅😅 ..but it's ok..you can still control everything...when you are an adult you will realise how good that lesson.. you will be Soo thankful as you parents taught such a thing on your early age.

[@RogueHetero]

Both the mother and child are incredible. The parents raised a brave and smart young boy and the mother herself to have the ability to delegate and trust her son in such a stressful situation. All around incredible.

[@malin01s47]

son delegates mother not other way round. i exactly know how that feels bc my mother was the same. your only chance is to do it yourself. panicing mother doesnt know what to do.

[@RobynFoxx1]

This is SUPER mom type stuff. Instead of panicking and scaring her kids she mutters under her breath and her son pitches a Great idea. Absolutely incredible teamwork

[@thomasrobinette3227]

What was the great idea?

[@rossicapone3]

A parent being a parent

[@starburst8703]

@@thomasrobinette3227 going to the store for shelter

[@austinls6425]

The mom didn't have the situation or her emotions under control at all but I'm glad it all ended well.

[@thomasrobinette3227]

@@starburst8703 ah ha. Gotcha. Thx!

[@kk4649k]

Can’t even play shotgun with this family anymore. Kid in front seat will forever hold that throne. Mind as well etch his name on the front seat now

[@itsci]

I’m weak lmfaoooo

[@Theholyplunge]

The kid in the back… “you’re literally making it worse” 😂

[@maryw4069]

🤣🤣😂

[@L4yskz]

I’m a kid and this happened to me yesterday.

[@DinnerForkTongue]

Timestamp?

[@lityigimi5196]

😂😂

[@babyshrek455]

That's what I was thinking lol

[@kayprivate2720]

Perfect ex of how everyone acts different. The Crying one. The snarky one telling you your crying is making it worse. The calm cool one directing. The semi calm one, who is on the verge of panicking but holds it together to get you to safety. Glad you guys got to safety in time.

[@IanTheGabriel]

That Storm may be strong, *But not as strong as Family*

[@Ardent761]

-Vin Diesel (Probably)

[@paladugusampath2063]

@@Ardent761 Oh god.... Same thought

[@michelleberry6921]

Fast and furious 23 family ties

[@jet20yearsago6]

It's the dom damn family again lmao 🤣😂

[@jhamesvillanueva8553]

Oh god

[@thisusernamedoesnotexist]

*girl starts crying* kid next to her : “you’re making it worse”

[@dakota481]

rv6xn he’s not wrong... 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@BigPom-fk8re]

@@dakota481 yeah

[@cringemonitor301]

FAX

[@tomassjermolenko9317]

yeah we heard that, we have ears too...

[@user-mj4or8sh3g]

nah if I cry like that my mom would straight up grab her chancla mom dont take bs from us too! 😂

[@GalactiKez]

you just know she’s raising those kids right! the boy in the front was so attentive, calm, quick and reassuring when responding to his mum, when the kid in the back started crying another kid said “okay you’re making it worse”, then the mum even asked the kid in the front what she should do and he responded, last kid who got stuck in the car quickly realised the door he was trying to get through wasn’t working, changed doors and ran and the mum made sure they weren’t left behind. her kids are smart and it looks like she has an excellent relationship with them. that’s what i’m aiming to have when i have kids one day

[@victor882100]

Also the kid stoped crying on the spot

[@jamesmartinez2039]

Lol im pretty sure that kid crystal all the time haha that y the other one addressed it lmao 🤣 😂

[@WeiFinder]

@@kevinbutton4580 it was an emergency, probably texting Dad where they are before the storm hit. If that's the case it was smart, she was going slow with low traffic

[@ahhyeah]

She had just gotten off the phone with me (husband) and had maps open.

[@zachtherrien9284]

@@kevinbutton4580 really?🙄

[@js.4758]

Impressive how calm & quiet they all were even when little sis cried. Great job fam!!

[@Whispering.Graves]

And the boy in the back seat is just as brave as the one in the front he grabbed his sister's hand when they got out and ran with her instead of leaving her behind

[@ahhyeah]

She keeps saying, “He saved my life.”

[@Whispering.Graves]

@@ahhyeah Probably did ♥️.. You should be so proud your family kids :) . and the boy in the front has the heart and mind of a leader💯

[@Whispering.Graves]

@@ahhyeah have you shown them how proud people all around the world I so proud of them and how braves they are. I think that would be really cool for them to see 🙃

[@ahhyeah]

We have shared some of the comments with our kids. Thanks for the feedback!

[@pinlight97]

Douglas Porter fabulous family and from one mom to another, she did amazing! Big high fives to all of her kids too!

[@cjm6271]

That was some very impressive teamwork. Even the little girl got herself calmed down 👍. Pilot and copilot worked well together. A good leader always needs good followers. Congratulations to the whole gang!

[@CLCCVIDEO]

Absolutely incredible. Such intelligent and mature kids and to see a mother stay so calm and not only ask her kids what they think she should do but also listen to them?? What an amazing parent.

[@alexiz0013]

I know right. Family goals, right there.

[@kingdomcome1617]

Yep, children are known for their decision making skills in life threatening situations. Kind of like the parent listened to the kid and put them closer to the epicenter of the storm and had to turn around... again? Kids were very well behaved, good job on the parent there... but not every situation calls for a child's input.

[@criminal2421]

Yup

[@cybertronx1701]

Red Short is a little bit slower than the reste lol.

[@TheGanjologist]

@@kingdomcome1617 I know youre being sarcastic, but sometimes, that is quite true in more than just life threatening situations. It's a viewpoint that's easy to miss. Especially when your child is more calm than you lol But more than that, it's developing your child's decision making skills asking their input. That's great parenting to me

[@sharonjohnson9720]

Dereceos are some of the most evil storms I have encountered. The sideways rain is so scary. Glad she and family got to safety.

[@artwizardsam3238]

**Girl starts crying** Kid next to her: Ok you're making it worse Lmao that kid is going places

[@beautifulmelanatededucated3499]

That had me so weak omg

[@doingme8384]

FBI she was scared and she’s just a little girl.

[@doingme8384]

J cob she’s too old to cry? Ok, I get that it could be nerve racking to have a crying child during something like this. But, she isn’t too old to show emotion such as crying and we shouldn’t discourage emotions.

[@ahhyeah]

She’s 6.

[@artwizardsam3238]

@@JakobWatt Fair enough. Let's keep the mood lively.

[@OneTwoMark]

I like how they all run in the store like the world is ending, then a few people walk out casually like what’s up with those guys?

[@ahhyeah]

That was the store employees coming out to help find my son’s glasses.

[@MsPinkwolf]

@@ahhyeah wow. Thats going above and beyond ❤️

[@SOLIDSNAKE.]

Exactly what I said lol 🤣 But to be fair they didn't see the tornado

[@k.baller5140]

Lol exactly

[@dazesalaz6879]

And they went right back in

[@RoMayDrako]

Illegal driving at a time like this is perfectly acceptable. First responders like less people to respond to, so any laws broken safely to get to safety is ok.

[@kountrygunz2032]

Thanks, thats good to know.

[@Whoflungpouu]

Yep I am not waiting for a light to turn green if there's a tornado or anything coming my way I'll gladly pay the fine for breaking the law at least I'll still be alive to pay it hat's off to you and yours good job

[@DetroitGoldie]

Thanks for your approval. I'm sure she would be happy to know this.

[@G3NK5T42]

I think it's fairly obvious that the police won'tl be trying to make their monthly traffic violation citation quota during a 100+ mph wind storm!

[@Deborah_Kingdom_Keys]

@@DetroitGoldie I'm sure she also thanks you for your unnecessary comment 🙄

[@1998232v6]

The Illinois derecho went through my hometown last June while I was at work. During the middle of it, an EF2 tornado passed about 150 yards from my house. I was desperately trying to call/text/messenger my wife to get the kids into the storage room under the stairs in my basement but the cell towers were all messed up. I saw the rotation on the radar scope app right over my home. We had a 4 foot around pin oak fall inches from my house. The whole area was a total mess. More than 100k people were without power in our county alone. There were reports of 100mph wind gusts. I feel for this family because I know my kids were equally afraid and they were in a basement. You are a good mom. You kept your cool and did what you had to do.

[@thegreatestshowonearth7623]

That's no boy he is a man he didn't panic he just helped get his family somewhere safe I respect that

[@ItsCoreyLynxxYall]

It looks like he's the oldest brother so it's pretty much his job. I'm glad I'm the youngest in my family though.

[@ahhyeah]

Front seat is the 3rd oldest.

[@Vertect]

Oh...

[@christophermorin9036]

He even knew which directions the winds were coming from, and which way EAST was. Bloody heck.

[@xblJoey]

And it's clear that party of his character by the way mom relied on him. "What should I do? What should I do?" What a kid. Helped keep his mom from getting overwhelmed in an incredibly tense and stressful situation. Awesome family!!

[@colesmith7509]

*kid getting knocked over by the wind* Other people: :) Let's walk back to our cars

[@giselatipan4884]

Exactly what I was thinking 😂 they just saw a woman run inside and they’re like hmmm let’s see what’s going on outside

[@colesmith7509]

@@giselatipan4884 I don't understand how they were walking without trouble when they kids full on fell and the mom had a hard time

[@giselatipan4884]

@@colesmith7509 I know right 🤣

[@ahhyeah]

The building blocked the wind by the door. They Were the store employees coming out to help find my son’s glasses.

[@giselatipan4884]

@@ahhyeah aaaah thanks for clarifying. Glad you’re ok 👌🏻

[@stormc4044]

I hope that young man grows up to be a firefighter or surgeon. His calmness is beyond reproach. He deserves a medal ! And all the others who managed to calm their crying sibling. I say well done . You are all a wonderful family !

[@RickGrimes__]

or mma fighter

[@SossaČesko]

​@@RickGrimes__ lmfaoo

[@apexdavid8515]

He should be what he want to be

[@RabidDisposition]

It's just a tornado, not cthulu lmao

[@soulzy3596]

@@apexdavid8515 what I’m saying

[@AnnSwanson-xu6wd]

This is a great example of a scared Mom, under pressure, w/an impending storm, & her kids. . . .trying her best to get them all to safety. I think she did a *great job. Thanks so much for sharing this w/us Douglas Porter.

[@TheCajunNinja]

Wow! That was intense! Bravo Mom on keeping calm. 👏🏻

[@coraun]

@@danielcavazos7209 She was keeping calm, and putting the kids first

[@simmerszalai9196]

that boy in fount seat should give that credit too he kept calm during that storm.

[@that.ll_do_pig]

@@simmerszalai9196 he's literally the one who told them where to go for safety. She said "what do I do" and he said "over there" Natural leader makes quick and calm decisions.

[@VallaMC]

Keeping calm? Maybe we haven’t seen the same video

[@TheCajunNinja]

Dr. G been married for over 10 years now. Trussme, that woman was calm. 😏

[@veloster_Nate]

You know a mother legitimately thinks her kid is smart when she's basking him what to do.

[@eli_xikmqq4104]

yeah my mom used to ask my brother what to do all the time while she was driving

[@drinkswatere]

Or maybe she’s just that bad of a thinker

[@damianaraya3110]

@@drinkswatere Or maybe it was a stressful situation, idiot.

[@pyke5422]

@@drinkswatere or maybe she needs another person in the same alert state as her that can think with clarity. she's worried about the 4 or 3 kids in the back while one is crying building up more stress. she has to put up with this all while driving which can cloud up your mind. two minds are better than one it's easy to bounce suggestions off each other and it shows they have a great relationship to be entrust her son with a difficult situation. Weirdo. Shows that people can't trust you with things sadge.

[@25447carepear]

The sad part.

[@Hirsute_Heathen]

I actually slept through one of these back in 2012. I was at my friend's house drinking, I fell asleep not knowing we were even getting a storm and woke up covered in sweat because the power was out. It was like a 100 degrees and humid and I parted the blinds and there were trees and shit everywhere. I thought I missed the apocalypse.

[@PikachuODST]

I'd lose my mind waking up to that, like what day is it? Lol. Wait hold up, 2012? Oh no.

[@Hirsute_Heathen]

@J Belfort haha exactly, I was so confused it was unreal. My buddy and his wife couldn't believe I snored my way through it while they sat huddled up in their bed all night thinking the roof was gonna cave in.

[@Hirsute_Heathen]

@@PikachuODST I remember riding out Hurricane Andrew when I lived in Fort Lauderdale and the next mornings devastation felt exactly like that.

[@Sunny-bc1re]

Damn you really must have had a healthy sleep when you don't wake up from that😂

[@Hirsute_Heathen]

@@Sunny-bc1re it was probably one of the worst hangovers ever.

[@moriartythethird5709]

This video truly shows me how crying is anything but helpful in these situations. No shade at the kid, given he's just a kid but just an observation on how much more tense I got while watching when the child started crying.

[@onedot6674]

“What should I do?” If I heard my parent say that in a dangerous situation I’ll be thinking we going to die lol.

[@Tryin2Bnice45]

Right? “What you mean what do I do!? I’m 8!”

[@kschneider8649]

Same! 🤣 You're the parent! You tell me! These kids are going places. Lol

[@цветок-ш7п]

@@Tryin2Bnice45 looool

[@vonmcknight]

Exactly what i thought too 😂

[@Sol36900]

For real 🤣🤣🤣

[@acacius9903]

The mum became like a warrior. Her kids are in danger and she drove that car like a pro. Kudos to the boys not panicking especially the one in front with his quick think. Alhamdoulillah

[@arlynnecumberbatch1056]

Abracadabra to you my friend

[@fifashorts1078]

Bro you just got cursed what you gonna do

[@91teffi]

@@arlynnecumberbatch1056 to you too dimsh.t

[@eri9986]

Ah yes the classic Kid 1: "Mom, whats that? " Kid 2: "Remains Calm" Kid 3: "WE'RE ALL GONNA DIE!"

[@har.jasmine5494]

This needs more likes

[@leanacecelia9201]

When I was little I was the little man in the front seat. Now? I'm definitely kid #3 when I hear tornado sirens

[@schavan1]

hahahahahahhaa

[@Barelygaming69]

😂😂

[@the_proffesional1713]

Its too funny fr

[@taniabrunson73]

Kudos young man for being your moms big helper during this exciting / frightful time. You are going to be an awesome leader when you get older with that trait!

[@Surfmagic13]

Honestly not only am I extremely impressed by the calmness of the boy sitting up front but by ALL of the children to be honest. All of the boys stayed calm while looking for shelter, and they helped calm the little girl fairly quickly. Most other children I have seen in the same age bracket ( 6- 12??) Panic causing more stress and issues... In short those kids were raised the RIGHT way. Mama you deserve an award for sure! As do your kids! Guaranteed they are ALL going to be amazing adults.

[@KaiGuyy]

Family: Runs inside 5 seconds go by 3 random people: let’s take a walk outside it looks lovely out

[@ahhyeah]

That was the store employees coming out to help find my son’s glasses after he fell.

[@penguinwithwifi]

@@ahhyeah Aww, very good people. You wouldn’t find many like that where I live.

[@applenotbanana749]

@@ahhyeah Iowa nice, ya love to see it

[@Themusicbiz]

@@ahhyeah your son in the front seat is a tough little boy, I know your proud. 💪

[@george.s.8491]

@@ahhyeah they did a great job! I would of been very nervous myself!

[@DeKrampus]

The boy has the mark of a leader. He was aware that things were out of his control, yet kept his composure through it all and helped lead mom/siblings to safety. That can't be taught, it's just natural talent. As for violated traffic laws, I'd hope people would understand the circumstances called for that action.

[@gtaap0c]

Pretty sure no officer is going to give them crap for getting to safety good job all around

[@sarahm.1632]

Excellent team work mom & son. I was at the edge of my seat when the last little was getting out. Glad you all got to safety!!

[@lakeratatouille]

Mom's got some bad ass driving skills with that turnaround maneuver. And the kids... well they deployed like they were going to Chuck e Cheese. Bravo

[@unreal4139]

Off to Charles Entertainement Cheese

[@paradox5919]

@@annamerrie05 I don't get the point of your comment

[@annamerrie05]

PARADOX I was actually in this tornado/ inland hurricane and it was scary as hell. The fact that someone had to comment on the way that the mother was driving in the case of stress/ and danger is a little rude in my opinion

[@James88816]

@@annamerrie05 It wasn't a hurricane 😂😂

[@annamerrie05]

Jamesplayz i Judy said that because in some places the winds got up to category 3-4 hurricane speeds

[@amyjohnston2118]

I really think she was just thinking out loud when she said “Okay, what do I do.” I say this only because I believe when we talk to ourselves we tend to keep ourselves calmer. Her son though, helping and not freaking out…. Made me proud for the mom.

[@ahhyeah]

This is 💯

[@v1nigra3]

Yeah exactly what I was going to type, she definitely thought out loud and her kids just happened to answer

[@ninogaggi8723]

I would believe that theory. But she literally LOOKED RIGHT AT HIM when she asked. So obviously she was asking for guidance.

[@AC-fv7kt]

My problem is when I talk to myself, myself talks back in song....drives me nuts!

[@joemama.556]

no, she does that in order to infor the other kid, if she makes a mistake he can notice it and correct it, thats a technique taught to police officers. this lady might have done it in an unintentional way but that is basically how you manage a high stress situation between two people, all the info has to go through both subjects so any of the two can notice errors or possible improvements.

[@ignacioterrazas5981]

I love how she doesn’t directly run to the store, she waits until all her kids have gotten out the car. That’s a good mom right there

[@Vnebula]

Im like 95% sure that any parent would do that.. lol

[@GabbyCallwood]

@@Vnebula my dad wouldn’t

@@GabbyCallwood My dad ran to the store without his family years and years ago. Haven't really seen him since then.

[@permagnesteen]

lol

[@ignacioterrazas5981]

@@Vnebula true

[@jasonmcdowell3219]

No clue who this family is, but bravo to all of them. What a job by mom staying calm and decisive even when she was asking what should I do. Those boys are studs, calm and helpful. Unbelievable dynamic in that van. I wish I could say I would have handled it this well with my kids. Bravo.

[@grantgolden2477]

“Go Jackson!” Jackson: *slips an falls* “God damnit Jackson”

[@MissEIIie]

Jackson in the distant: I’m fine mom!

[@asteelopaparazzi1300]

Underrated comment Lmao

[@ICxrsedII]

JAJAJA

[@garywboisseau]

You seriously couldn't make a comment without using God's name in vain. Great job.

[@garywboisseau]

@@jae2482 Hey, if you don't mind blaspheming God, that's on you. The poster of this video is an awesome Christian, so what you do with that info. Is totally up to you.

[@woodedpiece3601]

I can’t imagine being a parent with a kid crying in a situation like this. Props to you for keeping so calm.

[@mydogeatspuke]

I get annoyed when my dog won't stop barking at the mail man, so I would totally lose my mind with a wailing child. I'm not cut out for being a parent at all, but at least I know that before damaging an innocent child I guess!

[@shmaowzaow5214]

@@mydogeatspuke i have never related to a comment so much

[@georgebozinovski9401]

Snowflake

[@theonionsystem7779]

@@georgebozinovski9401 -_-

[@theonionsystem7779]

Parent mode activates

[@diaradachowsky1888]

So impressed with the entire family. What a team they were. They worked to keep their upset sibling calm and that boy was so quick and so smart for his mom, who is one awesome lady as well.

[@vickieallsopp137]

This is such great video in a lots of ways! The patience this mom has is remarkable! This is the connection people should have with their kids, they have a better chance of surviving mayhem just by being calm and listening & obeying their parents...!!Thank you for sharing!!💝

[@emmetdonnelly2072]

What a brave family. I live in Ireland where tornadoes sometimes happens but on a much much smaller scale. I have often admired how folks in the USA can deal with the extreme weather. It must be a very frightening experience. Bless you all.

[@nolimit6377]

It is very frightening. I moved out of the south purely because of the very frequent dangerous weather. Now I live in seattle, no tornado or hurricane fear here.

[@oimiou]

@@nolimit6377 same here!! It used to be a tornado every other weekend sometimes during tornado season. In WA you just have to worry about power outages from fallen trees.

[@minutemansam1214]

@@nolimit6377 Now you just have a looming volcano that will obliterate Seattle when it erupts, which could be tomorrow or 10,000 years from now.

[@Graycata]

Dude! It's crazy. I was watching a TV show that talked about natural disasters. Most of the time they had things in parts of Europe in North America period when they got your tornadoes it was nothing but the US. I asked my dad if you're up and doesn't get tornadoes or something. He said "not really" That blew my mind

[@foofookachoo1136]

@@nolimit6377 Aren’t there earthquake possible there, though?? Or if u live close to the coast-sunomys. (Sp.??)

[@xXaoZz]

That child in the front helping his mom. Sensing she needed a calm head to help her..and the 2 in the back calming the one crying. Awesome family.

[@laggyfilms4768]

They only noticed the kid in the front lol. Anyone with basic knowledge on *any* classified would probably know how to react. He’s getting overpumped like crazy.

[@marcospina162]

@@laggyfilms4768 You'd be surprised how many kids don't have that "basic knowledge"

[@SparkyGecko]

@@laggyfilms4768 Imagine being a grown adult and saying "lol he's not THAT SMART" about a 9 year old lmao.

[@laggyfilms4768]

@@SparkyGecko Wait Im an adult? Who said “lol he’s not THAT SMART” I just stated it’s a huge deal of attention. So if that was offensive idk

[@laggyfilms4768]

@@marcospina162 surprising indeed.

[@jonahsd1818]

I was kind of like really she’s asking her son what she should do but then watched it again and it’s completely fine I think the kid is actually really smart and calm in this situation

[@ToyotaNutjob]

Her son is obviously extremely mature for his age and I bet her asking him also made him feel good about himself, which further helps that young man's psychology at a young age

[@ahhyeah]

That is exactly what she says she was doing. 👍🏼

[@stevenross-watt8640]

@Alex Brandy yes and you also never know who might have a great idea up their sleeve. Tense times like this require teamwork as well as leadership.

[@my.name_00]

when panicking, anyone can turn irrational.

[@Cool-yx7us]

That's year's of video game training.

[@ShaunPaget]

I was in a very similar situation with my wife and infant years back. Sirens started, radio stations died, looking for any structure for cover as visibility quickly neared zero, I parked my truck on the side walk near the door of a Khol's. I used the drivers side of my truck as wind block for the glass doors of the store. Nobody gave me any grief for it. The staff welcomed us and several more in just as hail from a tornado started.

[@bzrwon]

I love how the people were leaving the store like, "What the hell is wrong with this crazy lady and her crying ass kids?!", and 5 seconds later was like, " OHHHHH!" 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

[@mvvagner]

I was manager on duty in a store when this storm hit, and people looked at me like I was crazy when I directed everyone to proceed to the back of the store, away from all the front windows.... until the lights started flickering, the power cut, and the roof and windows were rattling. I couldn't believe how oblivious people were to this approaching storm. Everyone was taken by surprise. They thought maybe we'd get a light rain. I had been monitoring it for a couple of hours though and saw that it would be a big one. edit: The tornado siren started going off, and a lady impatiently asked for my help to get a balloon bouquet. I looked at her like she was nuts.

[@bradschuh4618]

Wouldn’t you be whining too if you were scared?

[@deandrabee]

Ohhh that's what happened, I was like "Where y'all going tho???"

[@pex_the_unalivedrunk6785]

@@mvvagner some of us Iowans have more sense than others. Thank you for being smart & taking care of your customers.

[@HorribleSonofa]

Haha. I didn’t watch long enough, so I’m glad I saw this comment. They reconsidered pretty quickly after walking outside.

[@iWrestleUSA]

That young man in the front should be proud of himself. Kept calm and helped his mom make a quick decision in a scary situation

[@samanthacapron3375]

Even helped his sister running in

[@goldenhawk952]

He's a kid

[@LadyVoldemort]

@@samanthacapron3375 I think that was the other boy though, the one with glasses and blue shorts...

[@ahhyeah]

Yes, the one in the front is Ashton, he’s third born (10 years). The one helping his sister is Carson, second born (11 years). The one that fell is Denver, first born (13 years).

[@wakeup1783]

@@ahhyeah lol that fall was epic

[@jane29jeng]

Im sure dad was very proud of his wife and kids.

[@mnkpop5858]

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[@r.a.d.d.a.d.7903]

Lmfao, I’d be annoyed at my wife for not handling it better. Nothing to freak those kids out about. Just a simple storm

[@elliezabeth2035]

@@r.a.d.d.a.d.7903 u never know when it gets worse

[@gonchi2610]

@@r.a.d.d.a.d.7903 simple storm? lmao u would be the kid crying, shut up

[@r.a.d.d.a.d.7903]

@@gonchi2610 reflecting isn’t good for you, but do as you please😉. Obviously you don’t know what a simple storm looks like