How I ended up in foster care.

[@EmpressLexxASMR]

Thank you for being TRANSPARENT with us. Made me understand you better, and why you go so hard for your family. You have no idea how much your story and testimony motivated me. Keep going peaks, you’ve helped me get through a lot these past couple months since I’ve started watching you, and Shayla. This summer I’m trying to come down to the DMV and try some restaurants down there! Hopefully I’ll run into you guys! God bless, and keep going!

[@Peaksdgaf]

I’m glad the story was able to motivate you🙏🏽 that’s what it’s all about. Thanks for supporting me

[@beans_8312]

@@Peaksdgaf i love u peaks

[@Curious.JenJen]

Big ups to Unc & his lady for providing​ you with some normalcy & a childhood, even if for a short time❤@@Peaksdgaf

[@sandmanlopez9920]

@@beans_8312aweee 😊💅💯

[@Peaksdgaf]

@@beans_8312love u too bro

[@TheBrowserAcct]

The fact that you didn't let your childhood be an excuse to fall into that lifestyle is a testament to your character. We appreciate you sharing peaks!!

[@bsmith4641]

As someone that doesn't talk to their mom cause of all the fuck shit she put me through, big respect for putting it behind you and being at peace with her.

[@JdsDdd]

It’s rare that the child decides to be the bigger person, props to him for real. I hope I can get that way with my mom cuz I’m the pettiest nigga alive

[@dylancooper7413]

really felt this comment

[@Peaksdgaf]

Yea we all human and make mistakes. If she willing to fix the mistakes there is nothing wrong with moving forward and forgiving

[@Hamza7308]

Man I called my dad this year after not talking to him for 16 years because of my childhood. It felt good as fuck letting the bullshit of our past go.

[@TamaraInTanzania2]

Same

[@trippmundo]

That's why Peaks got a big personality and charisma , it all makes sense and it adds flavor to the reviews.

[@lorenzodavis3300]

Imma be real… he speaking facts about the alcoholic addiction . I’m an alcoholic and I’m working on change. I went and got blood work and my doctor basically told me my liver ain’t working normal. And her exact words was “Don’t quit cold turkey”! Them withdrawals might kill u! Mannn y’all pray for me fr! And Peaks… keep winning! This video was super real💯💯💯

[@turkes69]

Praying for you bro!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@lorenzodavis3300]

@@turkes69 💯💯💯 fr🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 appreciate that

[@Peaksdgaf]

You got it bro

[@lorenzodavis3300]

@@Peaksdgaf appreciate it bro fr

[@user-sp2lh6ro6m]

I pray the god almighty, the ever healing ever loving blesses you & heals you amen

[@calvinavila7989]

“If you don’t like onions you’re a weirdo” never heard a truer statement

[@caltech25]

I don't think Peaks ever had to explain "I'm a good guy at heart" - he has always shown that. In an era where every youtuber is making fake content for clout, always keeps it real with his audience. Wishing him and his family nothing but happiness and prosperity.

[@knownfoejj]

Right he truly is making a difference. Every time I hop on KZbin I search up peaks for a laugh. He’s really helping me through my hard times 😢 and I’m a younger 21 year old girly girly who loves watching girls my age on here that make the type of yt content I aspire to make.. but peaks is always my first thought to come to his videos cause he genuinely makes me laugh and entertains me through my hardships. Even me and my bf share laughs with his videos all the time.

[@hectorrico7267]

Real touching story bro. To see you come through all of that to now having your own family, being a good dad, forgiving your mom, bringing everybody back together. You are what a 'real one' should be defined as, not this gangbanging drug dealing savage who everybody wants to look upto in the streets. Its real stand up dudes like you who are the REAL role models. Big up each and every time homie.

[@terbaaiacin5584]

Facts realist comment g

[@nunyabiz12345]

For you to have endured such childhood and yet become the father you are, as a fellow DMV native, I salute you.

[@Tonerrr3]

this video was real asf, everyone goes through some type of struggle n it differs for everyone. the fact that you doing what you are with yourself shows you worked extremely hard to be where you’re at n as a fan this video was 💯💯

[@russellmalone222]

Peaks enjoy your videos

[@ebby3215]

the fact that u have so much respect for your mother now when it seems she didnt care enough to take care of you when you needed it most tells me how amazing of a person you are

[@qdigggs]

Exactly..it’s sad how disrespectful she’s talks to him

[@faffywaffle561]

@@qdigggswhole new perspective when u see how she interacts with him in the videos

[@BEEJAYCAPONE2]

Can still see the hurt in your eyes as you told your story…it all makes sense now why you are such a great father and husband. I have a similar story and through those experiences it made me never want to have my child go through any of it. I am now the father I always wanted to my son. He will never know the pain of abandonment. I applaud you bro keep doing great things. We all ride for EVIL KEITH LEE 😂😂💪🏾

[@TheOriginalArchie]

I knew my man grew up wild just looking at his unc and how his mom talks. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, but my man is planting his own trees now. I don't even wanna call him Peaks because that's just a screen name. I'd dap him up on his real name.

[@CinnamonSugar202]

100

[@jnc8732]

Im sure he could careless about what you think of his family weirdo

[@ShayC143]

Thanks for sharing your story. You’re fortunate to have gone down a better path and not let the hardships and trauma affect you. You’re strong-minded and that’s commendable. Keep staying positive and never give up. Would love to hear more stories. You’re a natural storyteller. Cheers to a happy and healthy New Year!! 🥂

[@Peaksdgaf]

Thank you! And happy new year to you as well

[@JJ-kh5zv]

I can relate to you fam , i was foster child , man i was abused in there , cigarette burns an broken bones . Was eventually adopted but shii still was rough , alot of domestic violence in my household . Struggle after struggle , darkness after darkness. Really was never no happy times for me in my life an if there was i can probably count on one hand . But at the end of the day i got your videos that lift me up . thank for sharing some of your story , blessing to you n yours 💯🙏

[@HIGWAYNE]

bro my mum used to smoke and drink listening to tupac as well. ngl i needed to watch this video

[@MediaTruth]

Strong Brother! Some of us survive our past but grow up and recreate it. Others survive and go the opposite direction with their decision making. Blessings!

[@creedomac1038]

We as the viewers really needed this . Touching. Keep it up.

[@yolondastandard3648]

You are a good guy I can tell the way you take care of your family

[@Asali1719]

I just would like to say thank you very much Peaks for being very transparent with us. You didn't have to open up to us, and for that, I greatly appreciate it. Thanks for sharing a little bit of your life with us 😊

[@1of1stapha4]

"when people use their past to do drugs and other stuff it's an excuse"!!!!! Some real spill moe, alot of people have been through hell and back and still made a way for themselves . Nobody past should dictate their future a lot of people need to hear this in this generation fr.

[@tevincrawford8749]

Mad respect for sharing your story peaks. Shit wasn’t easy I could tell but it made you. Keep on doin ya thang peaks and inspiring others out here!

[@cluelessp6509]

You a real one peaks Thankyou for sharing your story it’s awesome to see how far you’ve come!

[@Lyric-xq6lu]

Your past made you who you are today. Youre an amazing father to your son and daughter, It made you strong wise and on survival mode.

[@JaySportz]

🔥Good shyt brova . I’m from SE Dc and moved to PG later on and I understand how you feel. It takes a lot to open up to people, yet alone the world. Sometimes it’s ok to open up and the eyes never lie bro . I can see it in your face when you talk about these things . It make you see a more clear prospective moving away from the bs . It makes you a better person and parent . Cause you will most likely not make those same mistakes the more you open up about what you had to see . Proud of you fam . Keep pushing G. 💯

[@FernandoLopez-pr]

Thanks for sharing your childhood with us peaks we wouldve never knew what you been through, i hope your kids are successful like you and see the fine things in life.

[@robertespinoza9051]

Ngl man I really feel more connected to you from this video I dealt with the same shit growing up! Mad respect for you telling your story and owning up to alot! You fr my favorite youtuber man! All the blessings to you and your family, you truly deserve everything great coming your way!

[@GamerBunnyz]

Thank you for telling your story, it takes a lot to open up and let people know about your past. As a long time viewer, I appreciate this. I have mad respect for you Peaks 🙏

[@OrganicONGOD]

This was awesome to hear man. I’m glad you and your lady are giving your kids the world. They will love and appreciate everything y’all did for them for the rest of their lives.

[@clow1983]

That’s deep brotherman, appreciate you sharing something so personal!

[@rh_20]

Respect!! Thank you for sharing brotha!! Keep doing your thang!!

[@johnqwerty7993]

Much respect peaks! its crazy to see how far you've come keep it up brother

[@Ad46blocka]

Always been a real one glooks on givin me insight nd advice when i was younger still ain’t forget datt 💯 keep striving

[@TechSupreme1]

I had a wild childhood too and got out of all of it and went down a path I would never have imagined. Your story is a powerful testament and I’m glad you shared it. Your entire family is amazingly strong to get out of all of that. Salute.

[@settyyanz]

GOD got you brother. Keep your head up. Love you man!❤💯 viewer for years

[@rajarafe8736]

You keep it real peaks, I’m happy for you and all the success you reaching. Much more to come man 🙏🏼

[@Thinhits]

You a good man peaks, give dudes in the dmv someone good to look up too fr. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@carmelotorres239]

Love to see active and involved fathers. Shout out to you bro, much respect.

[@lindasimpson6740]

You are my guy. Glad you popped up in my feed. Much respect for you and your family.

[@BWorldYari]

This is one of my fave videos of yours. Kudos for sharing your story everything you said was real genuine shit and much respect for making sure your kids live better than you did 💯 we def need more specific story times

[@Dillon6479]

Love you bro. You’re a good man and father. We’re all so proud of how far you’ve come.

[@NoStankyP]

You fr the realest peaks. Major amount of respect towards you and how you carry yourself. Been through some shit too and just tryna be more like you! There for my son since day one

[@AtlantaAngel84]

Thanks for sharing your story. It is traumatic growing up in poverty. You are strong Peaks!

[@nevillechung1878]

I’ve only been watching u for about two years. You are definitely an inspiration! Continued success and blessings to you, Brodie!!!!

[@tactmatic]

You’re genuinely a hero, and deserving of all your success in my eyes ❤

[@omargnyc175]

Nothing but RESPECT Peaks! We all have our dark pasts, some darker than others. You've withstood a lot and should live proudly everyday knowing you're creating a new path for yourself and your family 💯🙌🏼🔥

[@TheLoneRanger0313]

You're so right Everyone Has a Story! Thank you for Sharing Your Life and Happy New Year and Stay Blessed! 🙏

[@Esta1]

Love the story. Thank you for sharing. Tell you mom ty too❤

[@vivienmartin225]

You’re very brave for telling your story. It takes courage to be as forgiving as you are. I salute you for ending the cycle.

[@emanave7493]

NO WONDER YOU ARE AN AMAZING FATHER, KEEP DOING YOUR THING TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF AND YA FAMILY. PEAKS TOO REAL

[@robynrob9471]

Good on you fr fr. Breaking cycles 🔄 you a good father and the kids respond to it

[@franciscoevelyn80]

GOD BLESS YOU MY BROTHER! ‘THIS IS YOUR YEAR OF BLESSINGS ‘YOU DESERVE IT 💯♥️🙏🙏🙏

[@FFGMucho]

Real one . Appreciate your stories and vlogs Just keep doing your thing mane 💯💯🌐 bless up

[@Rahchasportstalk]

Keep doing what you do young man . that's why I've been watching you for a while with your food reviews. God bless you.

[@al_wax]

Peaks, you a real inspiration fr, much love.

[@ihatekasper]

insanely relatable my god, went thru the same exact sht. nice to hear someone else's story, i always worried about the other kids that went thru this kinda sht

[@michaeldinunzio7019]

Thanks for this. Lived about 10 years in the homeless shelter in NY in the 90s as a kid. I'm happy that I did experience what I did. it just makes us stronger. Reason why I don't try drugs my dad OD from heroin and I grew up with that around me as a kid.

[@gabrielnunez02]

Thank god for this man, you really spoke hope in this one thank you dawg

[@fightnight3421]

You were destined for greatness at an early age peaks. I don’t come from a background like yours but i do know what it’s like having to grow up at a young age. You’re still here and thriving with the same group and that’s a blessing. Keep going hard!

[@VividiQ]

Story really hit home for me. We had very similar childhoods my friend. I've always said to myself growing up that i never wanted to be a victim of my own society because although we all aren't dealt a great hand we can overcome the diversity & use what we've been through to be better people for ourselves and our families. thanks for sharing much love.

[@user-ho4mt7cv1d]

Peaks youre my favorite out there. That touched my heart because I've been there. Much respect. Thanks for never being a phony.

[@byallmeansneccasary6884]

This the best video u ever dropped bro I been there n became successful from u n ya life ya story definitely relates to me n my life appreciate you opening up peaks

[@crimeunlimited]

Peaks you one of the realest vloggers frfr, I been fucking with you for awhile and i appreciate you sharing your lifes story with us. You're an inspiration many people including myself and you've motivated me to start doing KZbin and even put me on some fashion brands and shit. I think its dope af that you've learned from your upbringing and aren't repeating the same cycle with your kids as sometimes people tend to do, I respect that you don't seem bitter about your past and if anything you embrace it while remaining humble about it. Salutes to you bro!!

[@byrontries]

Thank you for keeping it 💯 literally live up to his name, peaks💯 We all have our struggles we been through in life. Been watching you since you started. Definitely motivation not just in content but as a solid family man. Keep doing your thing, peaks 🫡 from Cali.

[@chironchappell3904]

Peaks BEEN the realest nigga out… the reason I watch him constantly is the way HE CARRIES HIMSELF. A true testament to staying down & being yourself. You INSPIRE MANY. Thanks for your story man, makes me a better person. Thank you man. Loves from KC.

[@FreelanceReese]

Peaks you’re so blessed 🙏🏽 your platform and audience will continue to grow because of your authenticity and consistency. Definitely bigger than just food reviews, people rock with you because you are so real and it doesn’t go unnoticed. This is hard work! Wishing you and your family nothing but continued success and blessings❤️

[@imaz2616]

Brotha u have a strong spirit. Not to be broken. You are rare. Unique. Blessed and deserve the credit for overcoming adversity....

[@camellyabrown5216]

Wow! Continue to share your story! I don't know if you realize it! But your helping many people! I love that you didn't allow your past to make you bitter! Many blessings to you and your family! ❤️🙏❤️🙏

[@jmoore5014]

Heartfelt bro, proud of you my guy!!

[@ss35372]

You're a great dude Peaks, your perseverance says a lot about you. Praying you and your family get all the best in life!💪🏽

[@tonyahall1971]

God had another plan for your life. Keep up with the great content🙌🏽

[@BoxJrrrr702]

I APPRECIATE YOU PEAKS! Thank you for All the work and time you put into your videos. You truly inspire me that you can go anywhere in life no matter where you come from. Major Respect brother, God bless you and your Fam❤️🙏🏽

[@zephsmokes]

I love that you shared ur story as I had a lot of the same stuff in my household thank you 🙏

[@teemack8288]

That was deep. Folks never know what people go thru. I know you didn't even touch the surface of it all. I can relate to a lot of what you said. Glad you didn't let your past define your future. Thanks for giving us a lil back story on your life. Love your vids. Much love to you and the fam.

[@roxybalbowza]

You way more than a food reviewer foo💯 this from California 🧡 Preciate’chu for showing us manhood, fatherhood, and not letting your trauma’s define you 💯💯

[@itsvexx9977]

The rose that grew from the concrete, keep up the good work young brother

[@BudgetGambling]

This some rs bro i like when you went into detail about how it doesnt matter where you come from or what you went through. Very powerful stuff man.

[@jaidenr2024]

Salute peaks it takes a lot to open up about your past keep going up we with you 💯💯

[@dasanirobinson]

Wow, you never know what a person has been through by looking at them. You are a REAL a*s person. I’m glad I watched this video. I was already fw you. Now I am 10x more. This is the side of people that needs to be shown more. The REAL. Kudos to you for being accepting instead of sitting on hurt, letting the time pass.

[@AIOUCH01]

Vlog more peaks! I love getting to know you and this story was sad but uplifting at the same time cuz you made it out, are a great husband and father, and your mom quit drinking. I love these type of videos man

[@user-ve2dl4mz4y]

I have a new found respect for you. It’s not hard to open up or keep it 100. It is hard to steer away from hurt though.

[@TVNation]

Thanks for sharing your story Peaks. You definitely are an example of that saying that where you come from doesn't define who you are. You seem to have done a great job with creating a new generational trajectory for your family.

[@tjayayewhy1595]

This is so real of you to tell this story , much respect to you and your mom. We love your mom. Everyone has a past which is why we live , learn & overcome. Your mom is a walking testimony. Much love. ❤

[@lawrencew7813]

I love you ❤

[@mikelee5838]

damn peaks this shit real. Never know the story behind your favorite content creators but I can tell you been through a lot , preciate you for being real wit us peaks🤞🏾

[@jesusdiaz1997]

Peaks definitely respect your transparency and the hell what people think everyone can change and I would of never thought mom dukes was like that but she’s a testament of a person who can change their life no matter what you went through in your younger years godbless bro and you definitely a good person I can tell by the way you treat your wife and your kids!

[@jaynewton18]

Thank you for the video. Big fan of you & your work 🎉❤

[@michaeljarreau3185]

Thank you for sharing your trials and tribulations story with us. I'm just glad things ended up getting better in your life and you took a positive path in your. I also have major respect for your mother because she helped herself get better. I'm very proud of you both. I love your videos though.....You have an cool genuine aura about you.

[@nolimitrj.]

peaks this is so real, I'm glad you shared because I went through a similar childhood and it's not pretty. I agree with you on not letting your past be an excuse, you can always find the light in the tunnel.

[@mogains]

Nuff respect Peeks. Keep being the amazing Husband, Father and business man that you are. And don't hold nobody in your past accountable for your future... you spoken like ah boss 👊 👊 One love from beautiful Trinidad and Tobago ❤ 🇹🇹.

[@themargaritaroompodcast]

You are divinely guided and protected. All of your former lives brought you up to this exact point. They are cheering you on. Be grateful and stay present. Sending you and your beautiful family mad love! 💙

[@deantehaynes4624]

Much respect for you my boy 🫵🏽💯🥺

[@heregokhi8254]

Truth be told my siblings and I should’ve been with family or foster care too bro thanks for telling this story and get well soon 🙏🏾

[@Miah_-ng4be]

Crazy respect to you peaks , love that you never glorify your childhood or use it as an excuse. Definition of stay down til you come up!

[@yurum144yuhauuha7]

This was very informative I appreciate your testimony this was powerful keep up the funny and exciting content 👏🏾

[@Bville-E]

This was a serious drop Fam....I'm glad you were able to keep it together and presevere .You are a role model to all the yung'ns out here watching you Shine ! May you be blessed w/ultimate SUCCESS.

[@nomsantuli6023]

Thank you sir for telling your story. I grew up in foster care too. You doing well sir keep it up

[@DonOfNY15]

I respect u a whole lot more after u shared this. I appreciate ur mindset despite growing up in that. Peaks story time videos sounds like a pretty lit idea to me.

[@heatwave2723]

Much respect to you bro i grew up with an alcholic mother and she used to have shithead abusive boyfriends and she just couldnt be a good mom but i forgive her for all the shit she has put me through i got truancy hated school all that i fuck with you peaks ypur a real one man salute keep up your grind the lord is with you know that

[@RatedKwong1]

Peaks a real one, he coulda went left so easily but never folded and made a great life for him and his family.

[@richv1979]

Everyone that follows and supports you should listen to your story. It provides a great view of your perspective I appreciate the time you took to tell us your background story.