Giving My Parents the Surprise of a Lifetime

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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:46 Part 1: Surprising my parents
05:56 Sponsor
06:49 Part 2: Eating in the Eiffel Tower

[@dryroasted5599]

Truthfully, I think the four of you were so thrilled to be together that you could have eaten hot dogs and been just as happy. What an experience!

[@MrGilperc]

I was smiling through the whole video. You are lucky to have the parents and brother you have.

[@rubinagomes2950]

"dad is always thinking about food." that made me laugh so hard😆 This was so fun and heart warming to watch. Thank you Drew crew!💖

[@AlbandAquino]

"People who love to eat, are always the best people." - Julia Child

[@cindybuck6963]

As the mother of two sons, I was so touched by the effort that went in to planning this special day for the parents. I smiled and cried watching it. What an extraordinary family!

[@michalsoldat8548]

I have the impression that your parents did a very good job raising you to be such an interesting, intelligent and open person.

[@pedroglcbarros]

This is it, man! This is the goal! Being able to provide for your loved ones, the moments, the experiences. Nothing else matters. Congratulations Nathaniel! My respect and admiration for you as a person is utmost!

[@trijbijop]

this video has me crying. the passion that you four radiate together is just mesmerizing and contagious. what a beautiful experience.

[@dionline88]

I'm not a mom but even I was in tears when Sky finally got there to join the rest of you. What a super evening for you and your family. That is something that you'll remember for the rest of your lives. Was it expensive? Yeah, but like you said, the experience for the ones you love was absolutely worth it. Thank you for sharing your experience. My life feels richer for having 'been there' with you.

[@Renanleandro18]

I always say that someone is a reflection of of their parents and you’re the perfect definition of it. Your parents are the sweetest and the cutest!!! My God! You’re the luckiest guy in the world! Your mom has such a pure eyes and so does your dad! You have a beautiful family Nathaniel! 🩶

[@alee5106]

This made me tear up, too, thinking how lovely it would love to do something like this with my loved ones. Well done!

[@lyndaplancarte4895]

Love that your mother's entire face smiles with happiness and excitement!! Your parents did a great job raising you and with that base you are going on to become a very intelligent and thoughtful person.

[@mickandtraceycope7826]

Such a special gift for everyone. A memory, together...To last foever.

[@marijapopic2778]

Sir, can you please stop making me cry every time I open one of your videos? Your storytelling is truly three-dimensional! 😍 It's such a beautiful surprise, and what I enjoy the most about your family is that you all exude so much love for life that it's just purely therapeutic to watch. Thank you for sharing! 🥰

[@elkoussamihaitem9215]

Your mom is really an ICON !!

[@ChaiTogether]

Wow the expression and depth of your dad enjoying the food. ❤

[@shawuntiel]

I just wanna say your videos have inspired me in a lot of ways through the time I've followed you. I appreciate your videos a lot.

[@anneism]

I just moved to Paris from New York -- where my entire family is and has been my entire life. The feelings you shared about cherishing the time with them when they're close to you are all the more relatable now that I'm across the world from my own parents and sister and missing out on those special moments. As always, love your videos and appreciate your stories!

[@nadir7627]

I really agree with you, but don’t worry, time does the job ;)

[@ChristellaBihozo]

This is so heartwarming! I would also recommend the restaurant “Le train bleu” in Gare de Lyon - wayyy more affordable but still high-end the restaurant is absolutely stunning (like a renaissance museum really) and the food is also insane!

[@jeffinabnit9819]

With a family of 4 boys living all over the US and Finland, we really appreciated the reunion aspect of this video. We’ve followed your parents on their journey to France since we are hopefully doing the same next year. It was also fun to see KJ pop up as we have followed their story as well. Great video!

[@kaytim414]

The love between mother and son at the end there was so palpable and wonderful to experience. Thank you for bringing us along for the ride 💖💖💖

[@anjelikapernstich]

How many other families like this are out there in the world? What you guys have and what you have built relationship-wise is truly incredible. Good on you for doing something like this for the people you love, this money is well spent. Lots of love to you all!

[@ritchiewong16]

Hi Nathaniel 👋, Nothing made my day more than watching you and Sky surprise your parents with a touching reunion in your newest video. Sending you lots of love!!! ❤️❤️❤️🤗

[@amyspeers8012]

Your father speaks A LOT about food in his videos so I knew he would love it. My husband and I ate at a Michelin star restaurant in Italy for our 30th anniversary and had a similar experience…minus the view. But being there together is what made the video. Much love from Gensac-your neighbor in the SW.

[@LizzieLeiding]

I love surprising my parents when I live abroad - so joyous and special! I've now moved back to Australia to reconnect and spend time with them in person after a long virtual relationship. Nothing beats a hug from my mum and an outdoor adventure with dad. Enjoy this time together 🖤

[@instaLuke]

Thanks for insipiring me to build upon my relationship with my parents. This piece almost brought me to tears and will be showing it to them. Beautiful, just so beautiful.

[@chickolat]

i dont have parents and the moment your brother surprised your parents, i haven't stopped crying and smiling throughout the whole video. Thanks for sharing a bit of your life with us. Your parents are such beautiful humans :-)

[@Ellary_Rosewood]

I hope that one day I'll be able to give my mom an experience like this. ❤

[@emccirculed]

This family is everything I could hope to cultivate in my own. Definitely cried at the initial reunion with brother. Thank you, Drew 🫶🏻

[@Ankesadventures]

Hilarious how each family member is holding a camera 😂

[@AncientEko]

I came from a family of five, being the youngest of three children. Last week my older brother passed away. He was preceded in death by my sister, mother and father. So this week has been spent in contemplation, as I pondered being the final survivor of the original nuclear family. Your video touched me with the reminder that the special moments spent with family is the single greatest treasure we can have as we age. Those deep interactions with the people we share a history and a perception of the world with, are priceless. I truly loved this video and being able to watch a special connection you obviously comprehend and cherish with your family. Thank you for sharing it!

[@elena-sophiegraser414]

indeed, they are truly priceless. Thank you for sharing your story as well, it touched me deeply. Sending you a big, warm hug.

[@ChaiTogether]

Your mom is too awesome lol😊❤🎉😂

[@feliciadelina]

Non-stop smiling through the second half! And the sight of all 4 of you walking up the stairs with cameras haha I love it :)

[@1979France]

I was smiling the whole time I was watching this. So heartwarming, so much fun. And the fact your mom said it was the best experience in her life… simply amazing.

[@amandabradley6256]

Well I’m NOT crying……I have 3 beautiful boys like yourselves. Perfection guys….

[@Lepewhi]

What a good son. Must have had good parents.

[@gregwoodin5630]

So wholesome 🥲 your mom is so sweet

[@Brumethefairy]

This video made me happy just watching you and your family ! That's so sweet. And so special that Hedi was there. You offered him an incredible experience 2 years ago and now you were able to live that thanks to him. The power of kindness and generosity

[@rae1467]

always crying while watching your videos. as mama said, "thank you for sharing" .

[@marilynleslie472]

Beautiful surprise for your parents! We ate at the Jules Verne in 2010. The food was amazing, but the service was incredible. I felt it was as well choreographed as a classic ballet.

[@SamFournier]

This made me teary eyed. Seeing you all together and having such a great time with family is so heartwarming. Being able to bless your parents with such a delicious meal at the Eiffel Tower is so special! It’s so hard being far away from my family and only getting to see them once a year so this video was extra special to watch! You’re so good at creating these masterpieces❤

[@TheOisSilent]

The end brought tears when your mom said thank you! beautiful :')

[@rhimiles]

5:43 when every single person has a camera out is so deeply hilarious for some reason 😂

[@daleincisions]

You were so lucky to have them bro in your current life right now . I feel so happy watching this . I wish i have this kind of loving and cheering family that I always wanted but never had ... Thank you for giving this feeling bro .

[@jonas.zehnder]

Such a beautiful moment. Good to see you all together again and smiling from ear to ear. Great job on the suprises Nathaniel you crushed it.

[@PatrickHatcherT]

7:19. You really need to do a short on Eddie’s journey from his leap of faith to join you, a stranger, on an adventure to his job at this restaurant

[@susang1925]

I have tears in my eyes at the combo of love, surprise and the epitome of gourmet excellence...

[@shuffleaccount1985]

thank you so much for taking us along on this Amazing evening !!!! your a wonderful Son with a beautiful Family...and, I got this cool new phone too? well done you

[@Scully331]

I am not crying, you are crying. That was beautiful.

[@lidewijvos]

I loved the video. You have an amazing family and family dynamic ❤️

[@EllaSHeath]

This whole thing is so wholesome, Nathaniel, I love your family. Very inspiring.

[@obieandfraer]

This made me so happy. What a beautiful family you guys are.

[@null33334]

Really appreciate this video, Nathaniel! I myself realized that when we are younger we are striving to be independent, far from our home - making the future for ourselves, just to prove ourselves worthy to the world. But as we age, we always look to reconnect and get back with our parents, realizing how important the family community is. Been following your work since the days in Mexico! Really happy to see all your progress, great work!

[@AB-ok8lu]

im two minutes in and crying because the joyfulness that exudes from your parents is contagious! What a fun couple of people. they have that spark for life that you obviously inherited. keep sharing.

[@inhale.exhale.2527]

having been born into a country that no longer exists, where my natural birthright is not recognised, having consequently spent my adult lifetime trying to find my new 'homeland' (unsuccessfully), and having experienced extremely disturbing and divisive effects of these circumstances of fate, it is wonderful to see you guys 'on the same page'. bravo! what an accomplishment to you all. 👏 😁

[@VisitorsWelcome]

One of the finest videos on KZbin, with outstanding storytelling, filming, and editing. It was a joy to watch your family reunite and share a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

[@ebuzzang2062]

Truly awesome!

[@seoullista]

Three-dimensional storytelling Nathaniel! The whole family is lovely!

[@rebeccagutierrez1960]

What a wonderful way to honor your parents.❤

[@TCamp72a]

You literally have me teared up, surprising your parents with your brother! The restaurant is impressive, but surprising your parents was the gold for me!

[@tinydetour]

So wholesome 😊

[@marias6626]

This was such a special day, thank you for sharing with us. You truly show how to honor your father and mother with such grace. 😊

[@mandytrivedi]

Thanks! What an amazing gift!

[@micheletotton9342]

I can totally see why you are such a nice guy, your parents are amazing

[@ExLibris-Alys]

I had an ear to ear grin throughout the whole of that. I’m glad you all had such a memorable and amazing time.

[@isaacclemente4859]

I don’t usually comment on KZbin videos, but there it goes: well done mate. Those are important moments in one’s life.

[@ivearies4187]

Incredibly sweet!

[@josetteblackburn2253]

You, your Dad and your family have the best videos on KZbin! Always learning, enlightening, sharing, joyful and feel good moments. Thank you!

[@knw-seeker6836]

Man seems like you guys did have so much fun Your parents are really cool and down to earth people

[@Jlbultron1836]

Thanks for sharing this surprise to your family Nathaniel indeed family is the most important thing in life!! Glad to see you all happy enjoying each other!

[@judytran3514]

Love watching the joy of your family!!

[@ginahamlyn2569]

That was utter joy to watch!

[@CatalinaCNV]

May I say, France suits your parents so well, specially your mom, She looks just so dazzling and shiny in this video... is crazy!

[@rathernotsayatall]

A life's dream!

[@coolbreeze5683]

Lovely video! This is what life's about. You and your family will have those memories forever ❤

[@phoebe2584]

What a lovely, lovely thing to do for your parents! Truly a once in a lifetime experience!

[@xoxomemyselfni]

You 4 are just such a delight ❤

[@nadisleptsova830]

Such an amazing experience! Thank you for sharing❤

[@cindygreif3077]

How wonderful and well done. Lovely family . ❤

[@melaniesmith3954]

This joy and appreciation of each other brings tears to my eyes. And you obviously share the same genetics and brain capacity. Also everyone expressed their joy so beautifully

[@Pezerinno]

This was beautiful. Brought a tear to my eye

[@tanyasmiles]

This video made me so happy and also made me cry. So beautiful.

[@tanettemeditationsforwellb8866]

Thank you for your story telling SO MAGICAL !!

[@GrunonFeliz]

What a beautiful glimpse. Thank you.

[@aneehur]

To be a witness to your family's love is breathtaking. Thank you for sharing precious happy moments. God Bless You and your family.

[@kata5182]

What an experience! Thank you for sharing it with us all. Cheers!

[@deborahdownie8039]

I love this sooooooo much! An incredible gift and adventure for you all.

[@LoveLexi227]

Loved the video and seeing your family together!

[@harryallen7543]

Your mother is so awesome ❤

[@marydawnpafford9969]

So satisfying to experience this with your lovely family. Bravo!!

[@Terra.Angelova]

Honestly this video made me so emotional that I just bursted into tears halfway through it. I love my family and I am dreaming of gifting them such an experience and filming it. I REALLY loved how you told that story. It brings so much emotion. And also talking about how delicious something is to somebody who is just watching it on screen I think you did an AMAZING job. Thank you to you and all your family for being such an inspiration. ❤

[@dinacardinal5968]

Such a beautiful experience to share with us. Thank you Daniel ❤

[@conservativemovement]

How wonderful. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@Loupdelou-ly1ve]

What a beautiful family you all belong to - so absolute in your love for one another.

[@lauramartinez6060]

What a beautiful family you have! I have the same dynamic with my children and it’s the most wonderful feeling! Being a parent is hard, and we often wonder if we did a good job or not, but when your children do special things like this, it confirms it was all worth it and you did something good. You are all lucky to have each other!

[@marisolbenitez1339]

That was wonderful.❤

[@sarahbarnett1144]

What a wonderful video ✨ Thank you for sharing these beautiful moments with us ✨

[@michaelmaz]

Every time I see this I ball my eyes out. Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@updateapril]

I'm so happy for each of you!

[@annquirke4008]

That was truly wonderful to see. What a beautiful family. Love you guys ❤🤩🥰

[@themoores4467]

Oh how wonderful! This was joyful - when you hear people speak passionately about food - this is why! A few years back, hubby and I had this same type of experience at Per Se in NYC - where the love, passion, and respect for food and service was shown by everyone there and I simply could not express my joy and gratefulness enough although I had a similar expression as your parents - eyes shut, gentle smile and a little nod. How wonderful for all of you!