From 15 foster homes to one adoptive family

Alex moved between 15 foster homes over 11 years. He had lost hope in ever finding a forever family until Jenny and Stephen stepped forward. With the support of Boys & Girls Aid, Alex now has an amazing bond with his adoptive parents.
Producer/Director/Editor: Marla Sidrow

[@bahoonies]

What a lovely boy, bless him. He's bouncing around unselfconsciously like a younger child. It's as if he's getting a loving childhood back. I hope he knows nothing but happiness and love for the rest of his life.

[@mindaltaren1838]

My thoughts exactly :)

[@simmy260881]

He’s 13, he is young

[@annagitana1]

He certainly looks happy and comfortable. But kids act like that throughout their teens.

[@chetalisamant6789]

Amen 🙏

[@soesiatantri6060]

He looks like them ... Blessed the parents

[@sharonjacobs4916]

A lot like his mom ❤ so happy for him 🙏🏻

[@GregoryRCosta]

I'm so happy that Alex's story defied the typical outcome for a teen in foster care. It gives me a warm feeling seeing how much love is there.

[@cynthiahawkins2389]

Of anything in the world one person can do, helping to guide and shape the life of a child? So that child can grow up loved, secure and happy? Like, how cool s THAT?

[@Abby-yc7tt]

I was raised on a farm half mile from a foster home. I saw friends come and go, way too quickly. Everyone I made friends with there LOVED our farm. Cows, horses, chickens, homing pigeons and rabbits. I thoroughly believe ANIMALS can heal wounds that humans cannot! Great job mom and dad

[@johnnieflushinggmail5720]

He is so appreciative you can just see it in his face. Even more than most young kids are

[@Tara-cw6zu]

I adopted my son 3 years ago, he’s now 18 and doing wonderfully. Teens have so much love to give

[@thomasmitchell4756]

Great parents and Alex looks like a sweet kid. Happy for all of them!

[@meghanmcneill5365]

Alex looks like he fits seamlessly into this family. What a beautiful family.

[@UandMeGod]

OMG Mom said it right in the beginning of this video. He just belonged and fit right in with them. He even looks like them! Seriously he is SO loved we can all see it in him how much he is soaking up all that love he was missing for years before meeting his forever family. From one redhead to another.... You are Awesome Alex!!

[@sharithompson1672]

There’s a child who needed a mom and dad, and a momma and dad who needed this child❤️ Love....

[@joeglennaz]

You said it mom and dad need a child that is so true that kid even though he’s older looks like a cuddly lovable kid and I bet he gives him so much in return they never had

[@sharithompson1672]

@@joeglennaz and whatever challenges may come will be completely insignificant to them because, while not a child of their bodies, he’s a child of their souls. I can attest, I’m blessed to be adoptive mamma myself 💕😊

[@emmanueldidier321]

Not flesh of my flesh Nor bone of my bone, But still miraculously my own. Never forget for a single minute, You didn’t grow under my heart But in it. - Fleur Conkling Heyliger

[@sharithompson1672]

@@emmanueldidier321 That’s beautiful. Thank you for posting it. 💕

[@jf2719]

So true!

[@maddymiller9349]

So sad 😢😢😢😢😢😢 bless those children 🙏 😢😢😢😢

[@chac009]

You can see how happy Alex is and how much he is loved!

[@tjmatagi6862]

Ok, that last hug just did it for me 😭😭😭❤

[@nassrakhan863]

Beautiful kid and wonderful parents.

[@Friendlyneighborhoodguy]

Love this child

[@junebreeze5620]

Kids still need to be adopted at 17 because you still need a family and direction in your early 20s. You will need grandparents when you have kids.

[@purselmer5931]

You will want granparents when you have kids. But you don't need them.

[@michaelacheampong2869]

@@purselmer5931 actually you need them

[@purselmer5931]

@@michaelacheampong2869 I'm speaking literally. I never had any grandparents and I'm still alive. Sure wish any of my parents' parents cared about us, but it just didn't happen. Now my children only had one grandparent who everycared about my kids and he died a while ago. All of my kids are still alive.

[@michaelacheampong2869]

@@purselmer5931 I get you

[@bonnieralston1706]

What a great kid! Wishing blessings and happiness on Alex and he adoptive parents.

[@thatnytedaez9445]

Seeing him bounce around like that genuinely lets you know he is happy and loved and full of life. You could put the video on mute from beginning to end, not know anything about whats going on but still be able to look and see and think "That's one happy boy. Must be a very loving family." Not a single word is needed either.

[@stacydetwiler1475]

Those two are.obviously the perfect family for Alex. God bless you all

[@Howiesgirl]

How wonderful to see a couple who were willing to adopt a teen, rather than a cuddly little baby. I'm so happy for them all!!

[@Linda-vx4fn]

I agree And Alex is a terrific boy. Besides no dirty nappies, baby crying in the night! Hes "ready made!"

[@dodotmaboldot3968]

I can feel LoVe

[@laimadrukteniene2926]

Very smart people. Mature to make best choice for everyone. Instead of following wish, they chose child that mached their age better. And nothing happens accidently- their meeting was their destiny!

[@reneeellis7573]

We have adopted four older children from foster care at various times in our lives. All were severely traumatized! Trust us such a huge issue. Yes they were difficult during their initial placement and during some of those teenage years. They are ages 22-40 now and we are so thankful for our amazing loving children! They have contributed greatly to our very happy life. They were adopted at ages 8, 13, 15, and 16 none were biologically related now they are siblings with our other four children. Life is very full and fun

[@a.wilcox5690]

What a great kid. So happy for him...and for his parents. A blessing all the way around.💗

[@cheekyoziechick]

This is so beautiful. What a lovely couple. I can't even imagine the comfort that young man feels just knowing that it's ok now...he has something solid.

[@cbrown6602]

What a great boy! Thank God for him finally getting loving parents. Praise God

[@maplecookies2036]

He's adorable. Love that smile. I hope that they have a Wonderful life together. Beautiful Family.

[@forestmenke-thielman8825]

Congratulations Alex! You deserve to be happy buddy. So nice to see your smiling face!

[@jojomama2424]

So sad when kids thrown into foster care many age out and never find permanent home. So happy these parents chose Alex they look like good match. Wish them long life and happiness.

[@mikewrasman5103]

The reason why the kids are placed into foster care is because of abuse and/or neglect.

[@joannewilson6847]

What an awesome kid and to have awesome parents at last. He is cherished by those parents.

[@kathleenmckenna8578]

What wonderful people to look outside of themselves and see needs of others, especially loving a child who desperately needs it. That is why I feel awful for kids timing out of the foster system at 18. Most kids (95%) cannot provide for themselves or know exactly how the world works. Bless these people!

[@lisaboyle72]

As an older child being adopted he understands he was wanted and loved and chosen

[@chantelle556]

What a lovely boy!❤️He deserves the best.

[@chrisallen7911]

Such a sweet story. You can tell he is crazy about them especially having a Dad since he is a teenager. He is full of energy and the parents are very calming. God Bless them every one.

[@pita3908]

This is a blessing from above.

[@cherylbremson2421]

Bless this family

[@gforcewindswinds291]

Can I write crazy but wonderful - he looks just like his DAD!!!

[@MrJking065]

Exception people. The young man has a new start in life. I hope he is doing well still. You can tell he really loves his parents.

[@markusvon-schuettler7336]

I've seen this before and it still makes me cry and I'm happy for any baby, child, teen that gets adopted. And I'm happy to all of the couples, and single parents who adopt.

[@cindycampbell9946]

What a sweet story. I'm so happy for all of them.

[@angeloyan6544]

How wonderful ❤️ couple like you.. Thanks you so much

[@rogerjohnson898]

Can't stop crying while watching this... such a sweeeeeet boy & thx for giving him what a boy duly deserved, love, care & acceptance, a home to go home to!

[@jais7009]

Beautiful family! He really made your family full! He sounds like a blessing!

[@margaretsmith927]

He is just an awesome kid So are his parents Just wonderful to see They are beaming with happiness

[@margaretsmith927]

I wish his happiness to every child out there but even more so to all the children in foster care

[@tq999]

These people are real life angles!! 🙏. Thank you for adopting him!

[@mikeifyouplease]

You can't change the world, but.......you changed the world for a boy named Alex.

[@catherine-b1l]

he is so cute and seems so adjusted with what hid to go through. Bless that family for now have a son

[@jjonson2848]

Alex is very mature. Wish him the very best in his future.

[@mjcard]

How neat!!! What a cute guy. Everyone lucked out.

[@yolandamccurdy7177]

Every child deserves to know they r loved and wanted. I hope more children find what Alex did.

[@ainmartinez8186]

My heart is crying. I'm very happy for him and his parents.

[@abcxyz8116]

Heart-wrenching and heart-warming. I’m so happy for this family.

[@MargaretMargaretMargaret]

He looks like their love created him because he looks like their son! I pray they have the best, "the best rest of their life story!" ❤

[@saddestman]

It’s a great thing when you feel like being a part, included, found. Love to see more on this thru the years

[@rebekahjeanperry1686]

This makes me so happy..God bless you all!

[@randomvintagefilm273]

Wow, this couple is so amazing. It is super scary to take on an older child with 15 years of experiences you don't know about. I am so happy for this boy, he seems like a great kid.

[@GoodWillPrevail]

I love this family. He was placed with such beautiful parents and living on a farm with animals will be so therapeutic for him. God bless this family!

[@lindaw2418]

So beautiful! Thank you Lord for these loving parents and for a neat kid and that you brought them all together.

[@claudiarusic3681]

Thank you for loving this boy!

[@Truth-fk3vp]

What a beautiful boy ..

[@Lisa-m1r6s]

Awesome!

[@nigelprance2540]

Such a lovely last scene -- a beautiful family!

[@leannesmith9809]

So lovely!!!!

[@saraocampo9066]

Amazing story God bless all of you

[@aussie8114]

I am super happy for him and yet I am crying 😢

[@veltavarun7000]

Thank you Lord for those willing to adopt.

[@stanbalo]

Amen!

[@jacksprat429]

Aw, I have a lump in my eye, and a tear in my throat. 😄 Wonderful people, to adopt a teenager. I am so happy for him. I wish him happinesses, and many blessings, for the rest of his life. May you achieve lots of things, on your wish list. 🤗

[@SaraVV]

Lucky couple!! He seems like a wonderful child!

[@ruthiepooh86]

This brought tears of joy. Would love to hear a follow up and find out how he’s doing after 3 years.

[@sidstovell2177]

August 2022. Yes, please.

[@billycarroll9153]

Your happiness together brings me so much joy. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@nikenarumdhati5214]

I hope Alex always happy ❄️♥️

[@carmenlangland1393]

Beautiful family ,magnificent parents God Bless this family. 🙏

[@aneshiadixon8762]

This is so beautiful.

[@nancyhuffman8149]

So happy for them, he matches them so well!

[@annapurna391]

It's never too late to have a Mum and Dad.

[@kakkiakki7936]

Wow beautiful parents and a handsome son.

[@eva_pruiett]

Man, he really does look so much like his adoptive parents, what an incredible story and resilient kid. As someone who was adopted (internationally) back in 2010, I can gratefully say that I don't know where I'd be today without my amazing loving adoptive parents. May they always be blessed ❤

[@lawmteachhakchhuak2386]

Beautiful ... Just so beautiful !

[@ajrwilde14]

I'm crying

[@zander88990]

What an Amazing Story. So happy for Alex and Jenny and Steve. Great Forever Family.

[@Amanda-pj7yi]

Love this family and that they were able to find each other!!

[@kevinjohnson8495]

bless you and your husband and especially Alex! The greatest gift God bestows on us is compassion and I love God and you guys for giving that to Alex!

[@traceytansley1659]

Oh my...I'm crying! I would adopt if I could start all over again! God bless this family!!! Xo

[@arroyoloco]

Blessings to your family!!!!!!

[@DivineDil]

What a fantastic family! All the best for you guys!

[@natscat4752]

What a fabulous family they make 😊❤

[@Naha-wg1ek]

Best Mum and Dad in the WORLD ALL THE BEST

[@alsimpson1659]

Too beautiful.God had a plan, Jeremiah 29:11

[@c8smail]

Amen!!! 👏🏻

[@nihilinski3]

There will never be enough love for a child - regardless it's a baby or a teen 💙 - this parents are doing amazing! Sending only best wishes from Germany!

[@hjl8083]

Ich freue mich für Alex und natürlich auch für die Eltern. Gott schütze euch

[@dethledr]

My German is not perfect but this basically says: "I'm happy for Alex and naturally also the parents. God bless them."

[@peggooo]

so so happy for Alex! 🥰

[@Linda-vx4fn]

So happy for the lad! I'd love to be his mom, but I'm too old and not well enough. Hes a lovely, lively, intelligent boy. So good that he is on a farm!! Wonderful parents! The 3 of them are just wonderful!

[@starshowers8312]

He's got a mom now

[@murtl5595]

Lovely lad and great parents.

[@MsPoyee]

Happy for all of them.

[@AvitalShtap]

🥺Immediately I can see how they all absolutely belong with each other. I realy am so happy for all of them. It looks like Alex has so much fun and discovery with the farm life. Thank you for what you do

[@sharonsolana]

God bless this family!

[@helenhughes9420]

He really looks like he was made by this couple ❤ Myself and hubby are retired now and looking forward to fostering this year 🤞

[@123benny4]

Makes me cry. Sooo glad they found each other. He seems content and happy. You can tell they really love each other. My heart goes out to all three of you, and the puppy too.

[@amapparatistkwabena]

Such a beautiful story. Bless you, BoysandGirlsAid.

[@mariaafunugo2340]

Congrats - it looks like a match made in heaven!!! So much love!!!

[@ashleyscottthomas6633]

It's breaks my heart that children get put in to care that's no great start in life but them you have wonderful people who change their young life's for the better ❤♥💙