John and Tammy Carver - Adopting Rebecca and Matthew (February 1998)

[@rivvyg.8381]

Mr. Carver, you are the dad of ALL DADS. All children should be so blessed, wherever they come from. You are amazing, and so is your wife. God bless you and keep you and your family.

[@douggoldengolden72]

The last five minutes of this vid is the best five minutes on youtube

[@MissDaisy1967]

what a precious little darling... when she came around the door and looked so scared, it touched my heart

[@adelaidemarie]

MissDaisy1967 you should see her now, children of her own and beautiful.

[@mariashort7456]

@@adelaidemarie 1

[@Conj2032]

@@mariashort7456 j

[@darlenew1981]

I know! So shy and scared. What a big change for her to go to a strange new country.

[@johnwcarver]

@Ikimification We never planned on adopting six kids. When we married 1988 we thought we would be like most couples. We started trying to have kids in 1989. We had no luck so in 1997 we started looking into international adoption. I think God had other plans for us and our kids.

[@johnwcarver]

Thank you so much...we adopted four more children after these two.

[@dianekachovich7610]

Lol of course you did. You guys are amazing. When I watched at the end I just cried. It must of been so hard on you when the kids called you papa. I would bring them all home also if we could. Love your integrity.

[@АльбинаВ-ш2ь]

В какой очерёдности вы усыновили детей? Джулиана была третьей по счёту?

[@johnwcarver]

@@АльбинаВ-ш2ь Rebecca, Matthew, Lindsay, Timothy, Juliana, Kristina

[@camily39]

i was adopted too i was born in colombia. My parents adopted me when i was 1 and my bro was 3 now i live in italy i'm here for 15 years cuz now i'm 16 and my bro 18 im really prous of my parents they're the coolest parents in the world!!!!!!!

[@johnwcarver]

This is very cool. I've read all your posts from my uploads...thank you very much! I wish we could adopt more children. We adopted four from Russia and two from Belarus. I love the Russian people!!

[@jacquelinejeffery8667]

This is so beautiful, I can see that there was an instant bond with Rebecca and John. When Rebecca started laughing, I got a big smile on my face. I'm so happy for you and your family. I've seen your other videos and each of your children have been brought to you from Russia were meant to be in your life before they were even born. The love and support you've given and received from these children through the years and the best of times and the worst is amazing. I wish you all the best to your family and thank you so much for sharing your journey with us.

[@Aneesagirl]

heartbreaking to see all the little kids call you papa. at least they are being treated well in the orphanage good bless them all.

[@ArmentaJewel]

Thank you for sharing this video. My husband and I just submitted our dossier to Russia. Unlike many edited and romanticized videos, this one shows what it's really like to meet your children for the first time - and how you gently started to bond with them. So helpful!

[@adelaidemarie]

ArmentaJewel did you get your child?

[@damarispenamonge8683]

Hola familia porq nolo tradusen a español porfa

[@johnwcarver]

@frozenxxkisses Thank you very much. My wife and I were pretty nervous...traveling half way around the world and adopting kids we have never met in the past.

[@alisondestefano1907]

I was adopted and i know you are scared but you are going for a better life and have whatever you desire! You rock girl!

[@junehoneymanhislop4881]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful memory. I was deeply touched by the ladies at the orphanage and the love the children were given was just so precious. ❤

[@firewaterbydesign]

I had no idea that the two of you had adopted so many children. I came in late in the game and only knew of the 2 girls being adopted. It's so beautiful to see that you were able to open your hearts and home to so many wonderful children over the years. And John, you had dark hair back then. Tammy has not aged a bit, even after mothering so many kids! lol!

[@johnwcarver]

I wish our kids would one day understand how blessed they have been to be in the USA all these years,

[@adelaidemarie]

John Carver blessed to have been adopted by the Carver family.

[@malina1239]

John Carver you are the lucky ones getting to adopt these precious children. They have just been put in a situation they have no control over and don’t own anyone anything more than other children.

[@reneelanier3475]

If they spend any amount of time in Russia they will grasp it.

[@johnwcarver]

We were never told of any abuse. Rebecca was and is very shy.

[@tyreebruce]

I feel like the Lord knew you would need to capture these memories can you imagine had you not ? You have SO much of Juliana’s life and you can watch her any time you need to. It’s such a gift.

[@Jill99ish]

Ive seen a few documentaries about kids from Eastern European orphanages and these kids look happy, fed and at ease 😌

[@okthen9718]

The look on Tammy's face when the worker asked if u brought a treat/gift..I felt so bad for her!!

[@lo4776]

Mr. And Mrs. Carter I admired you both so much I have seen all your adoptions videos

[@myhs57]

I can't stop crying out of hapiness! You are generous souls. God bless you!

[@Taylorocsh]

I'm starting college in a few weeks to study Social Work more specifically to become an adoption agent and also one day adopt.

[@wanamoko]

All the best with your career goals. GBU.

[@adelaidemarie]

Taylor Joos hows college going?

[@BorikuaRebelde]

wonderful!! thank you for sharing!

[@radiomegahertz]

Amazing job Mr.Carver share love with this kids is more valuable than money . The humanity can never repay you for your great act of kindness "Each person who is struggling with their own problems. You should be nice to her, you will not be able to solve the problem instead but your kindness may be the miracle that was waiting." Have a great day

[@johnwcarver]

Rebecca is 20 and Matthew will be 18 in a couple weeks. The forgot Russia and we did not have any Russian speakers around us or in our family.

[@Italian_girl89]

John Carver except Juliana and Kristina, were all your kids orphans when you adopted them?

[@Reesy2002]

@@Italian_girl89 Yes they were.

[@johnwcarver]

Thank you very much!

[@johnwcarver]

Her name in Russia was Ksenia. When we adopted her we changed it to Rebecca Ksenia. We call her Becca as a nickname.

[@veganleo]

I'm listening to what the Russian lady is saying to the child and she's totally pushing the little girl to recognize the strangers as mom and dad and to hug them. This isn't good and way too much pressure on the child. Of course, I'm happy for your family!

[@Katie-Moscow]

I agree completely with you. (I’m Russian, from Moscow, by the way :)

[@Ultradanteo]

you guys are such a blessing to the world and those children, you guys made my day today haha (:

[@Finella2638]

Wow you both have that magical touch with your children. I love this family so much!! Very powerful videos.❤️🔥

[@Italian_girl89]

Rebecca and Juliana are my favorite of all siblings. They are always so sweet, so nice and with a big heart ❤️I miss Juliana, she will be my hero forever.

[@veselinivanov123]

SuperAriel 2709 me too

[@angelah.3402]

This must be bittersweet for the caregivers. They form bonds with these kids, then have to say good bye. But I'm sure they're spool happy for them!!

[@ileanadecastro5899]

Adopting is a beautiful act of love! God bless this family!

[@lisahedditch2647]

This little angel is so scared and frightened a very hard thing to go through

[@fedepaz11]

-you changed their lives.congratulations john.

[@danielonn2002]

What a kind heart you both have. My Great Grandparents were from Kiev and Odessa. I can relate to your family!

[@veselinivanov123]

Daniel didnt yeah

[@veselinivanov123]

Daniel i mean yeah

[@hisseysvlog6656]

This is unbelievable guys. How beautiful

[@christinebarzev8643]

If only Becca knew how lucky she was at that time. She hit the parents jackpot with the best parents ever...

[@angelah.3402]

It would be so hard to just leave with one. I would want to take them all!!

[@adamsangie1]

Such a beautiful video. I am so glad they found a loving family. I thought you had to meet them first and than wait? How was it that you met them first time and got to take them home? I want to adopt from Russia so bad,however I hear it is very expensive and there is now a ban. I am sure the orphanage is so full of children that could have a loving home here in America

[@ACREEK-uv3cv]

adamsangie1 In the early years of American Russian adoption it was easier of a process...but then when adoptive parents started sending these kids back to Russia and some being taken into fostercare and even some were killed by their adoptive family the Russian government became alot stricter in the bonding process and the whole process... So now its alot more time expense and waiting...A child can be shown to u at a year old and it can take 3 ..4 ... 5 yrs to get that child to America. Dont know why Russian amd Ukrainian children are returned or abused at a greater level then african latin or asian children...I think cause these children are kept in very cramped and conditions where there isnt that contact and bonding with adults...emotional neglect in many orphanages

[@peypeyneekin]

they saw pictures of the kids and the kids saw pictures of them before they met in person for the first time. I think they met in person the first time, the same day they adopted them. the orphanage lady said that Rebecca slept with their pictures

[@peypeyneekin]

they saw pictures of the kids and the kids saw pictures of them before they met in person for the first time. I think they met in person the first time, the same day they adopted them. the orphanage lady said that Rebecca slept with their pictures

[@peypeyneekin]

they saw pictures of the kids and the kids saw pictures of them before they met in person for the first time. I think they met in person the first time, the same day they adopted them. the orphanage lady said that Rebecca slept with their pictures

[@peypeyneekin]

they saw pictures of the kids and the kids saw pictures of them before they met in person for the first time. I think they met in person the first time, the same day they adopted them. the orphanage lady said that Rebecca slept with their pictures

[@johnwcarver]

Ksenia, Ivan, Alina, Sergei, Irina and Svetlana.

[@svetlanasobko5868]

Very beautiful Russian names. My name is Svetlana too.

[@jayneforster5677]

This little girl Becca has a son of her own now !

[@Amanda---]

John how long did it take for hem to understand you? to learn English? and why do you call them twins if they are not related?

[@julieann366]

Lindsey & Tim are often called twins because they were both born on the same day

[@bonniebarber4256]

Becca, my most favorite of all. She still has that same personality to this day and I absolutely love it. She reminds me so much of myself. I would love to meet her. I think that she and I would be fast friends.

[@lrioux4878]

Bonnie Barber

[@Italian_girl89]

Bonnie Barber Rebecca and Juliana are my favorite, always so sweet and nice, with a big heart ❤️

[@johnwcarver]

We have 4 from Russia and 2 from Belarus.

[@Aneesagirl]

adorable kids you all have thank you for shareing it with eveyone god bless

[@johnwcarver]

Hi...it took them a few months.

[@traceymason9643]

What a beautiful sound ❤️ a child laughing with her dad god bless you all ❤️💟

[@johnwcarver]

Adoption is so beautiful!

[@SunsetMeadows1]

That woman going "you didn't think father" was so rude! You clearly said you had the stuff ready for the next day, and you didn't think you were bringing him home that day. I really wish the people in these places were not so invasive in the first meeting process. They should have given you time to bond with the children and given you time with them without interruptions.

[@superllamaqueen7906]

so nice that they helped them

[@johnwcarver]

@delicatelilflower88 Thank you...I wish I could adopt more.

[@renem1109]

what were Becca and Matts names before you adopted them?

[@Italian_girl89]

Rene M Ksenia and Ivan

[@claudiatexaslonestarfilmin4915]

Xenia and Ivan

[@keg2014]

Your children are precious. Was it hard for them to learn English, or did they take to the switch in languages well?

[@EllentJ93]

How long did it take them both to understand any English words?

[@Gizzard4400]

OMG that little girl was awesome. she wasn't playing around anymore after she realized it was time to get the hell outta there lol

[@pilgrimasans2813]

Explain pls

[@northeast_boy3284]

These children should look after them when they become old. Good God bless you both.

[@IrinasBookshelf]

I was adopted from birobidzhan when I was a baby and am so greatful for the life I have been able to have as a result of being adopted :)

[@clerwinag8103]

She so beautiful

[@myheartgoesmmm]

the children look so confused, it makes my heart sad. But I know they will be okay

[@jettewk]

Great job! Iam so sorry for your lost of juliana! May I ask u some questions? Why children from russia? Why did u change their names? Was it hard to adopt them? Why only adopt children? How is Timmy? He seemed to be very sad about the lost of his sister...i know u all where, but he looked special depressed about it...as if he cant handle it....tell me if iam rude....iam german ....

[@saga2828]

this puts a smile on my face

[@xxJodelleFerlandxx]

How did you go about adjusting her to having a new name? A friend of mine was adopted from Russia at age four and her parents wanted to give her a whole new name, but she wouldn't respond to it so they ended up calling her Talya (from her original name Nataliya).

[@sergeyfox2298]

This brings me memories when I was adopted. I didn't bond like this with my adoptive parents. I actively resisted them and saw them as enemies.

[@amythomas1124]

sergey fox So your adoptive parents not nice? Or you were just a hellion? I come from a family of six children. My parents lost their firstborn, she was stillborn. I had four brothers, two older, two younger. None of us were adopted. I think my childhood was pretty normal, loving family. We were not rich, but we had a roof over our heads, and we never went hungry.

[@sergeyfox2298]

@@amythomas1124 my mom particularly was very violent towards me. I now understand why, but it scarred me.

[@amythomas1124]

sergey fox Oh I’m so sorry you had to go through that. My husband and I could never have children. There was so much red tape involved. We just chose to spoil our Nieces and Nephews and send them home,lol. I was very fortunate to have a Mother as long as I did. She passed away December 2018 when I was 57 years old. She was almost 81. I continue to take care of my almost 86 year old Dad in his home. I also helped take care of my Mom also. My husband and I thought about fostering kids, but I just couldn’t bear getting attached to them, then have them ripped out of our home, sent back to their abusive biological parents. I seen it happen one too many times with friends who fostered kids.

[@sergeyfox2298]

@@amythomas1124 I was a victim of violence from my adoptive mother. Then, my step dad was somewhat violent and my siblings didn't treat me well. I was psychologically abused. Furthermore, the way I was forced to Learn English was abusive as well.

[@sergeyfox2298]

@@amythomas1124 in fact, to be near my adoptive family today would be very frightening to me. I would have dry mouth, I'd shake, and stutter. I would experience recoil and suddenly not be able to really talk. It would feel like I'm going to trigger her.

[@fredwilson8326]

is there any vids of rebecca as she got older

[@paolamarti6274]

Quanti figli hanno adottato questi meravigliosi genitori ? Qualcuno me lo può dire grazie mille

[@dogcomb47]

What has your question to me have to due with the price of eggs on Tuesday?

[@mackenziefritz7806]

were those kids actually adopted or not because I see the grandmother and the mom

[@unvmandy]

Yes, this Amazing family has adopted 6 children all from Russia. One is now fighting cancer! You are just RUDE!

[@MariaNefeli1985]

Juliana now shes dead... a week now... unfortunately

[@122pp24]

I just found our all ur 6 are adopted God bless John carver family

[@johnwcarver]

No...not at all. They're a couple of years apart in age.

[@Ikimification]

Oh my, is there much else In this world but making a child laugh, especially when providing them a new family...God Bless you guys, all 8 of you!! Xoxo

[@pammontes8794]

How old are they right now? and do they speak russian or they forget the language? anyways they are so cutee :)

[@tommygranata9393]

siete dei grandissimi genitori......

[@BorikuaRebelde]

do you have more videos of the kids? loved this one

[@ANewWorldDawning82]

How many children did you adopt in total?

[@peypeyneekin]

6. it says it in the description

[@angelah.3402]

They all look very happy and healthy!!!

[@gretchenharris6640]

The freaking beautiful love these people project ❤

[@melzamel]

what were there original names

[@johnwcarver]

They were in the orphanage since birth.

[@linaw298]

I have worked in russian's baby home, the kids are waiting for their mom and dad so very natural that one day they come to his or her and take them home .. pity that in Russia even today babies are killed, thrown out through the window, left in bins, in addition to it average of seven abortions carries everyone woman during her life, there's still a long way to the Open Adoption Law

[@Adbrom]

Omg they are so cute

[@EvitaRamirez-zg2bw]

Me gusta ver éstos videos. SON HERMOSOS. TUVIMOS 4 HIJOS E HICIMOS UNA ADOPCIÓN. ES UNA MUY BUENA DECISIÓN SI SE HACE PORQ REALMENTE SE DESEA. MUCHAS GRACIAS. 🙏🌹

[@coryfrank126]

where are they now that they are older

[@annekalunn8567]

Julienna passed away from cancer

[@JANAUSSR]

Вот оно, русское советское воспитание. Видно, что ребёнок запуган, зашуган, боится что-либо произнести. Девочке угрожают, что если она то-то и то-то не сделает, то сапожки отберут или мама уйдёт. Вечно эти бабы что-то там бормочут недовольное. Невозможно с таким воспитанием вырастить здорового человека. Слава Богу, что Ксюшу нашли любящие родители!

[@icygaze6777]

Не неси бред. Её отец здесь написал, что она всегда была и осталась стеснительной. Люди все разные по своей натуре, есть такие, как Ребекка застенчивые, а есть и другие, у которых рот всегда готов вылить желчь в адрес других, это вроде тебя. Вот твоё воспитание и видно, никакому респекту не научили родители. Это же надо быть такой дурой, настрочить такую ересь!

[@JANAUSSR]

@@icygaze6777 ой, воспитанная нашлась! Где же ваше воспитание? Или вы тоже детдомовская?? Называете незнакомого человека на "ты" , льёте желчь и не проявляете ни капельки уважения! Научитесь, мадам, сначала в обществе себя вести, а потом лезте со своим убогим, ни на чём не основанном мнении комментарии отписывать!

[@icygaze6777]

@@JANAUSSR Вот твоё недовоспитание и вылезло наружу, невежа. Ты этой Ребекке и в подмётки не годишься, недоразумение. Тебя видимо вообще никто не воспитал человеком, только грязь и желчь лить можешь. В зеркало чаще смотрись, прежде чем других обсерать. А лучше к психиатру обратись, походу проблемы с головой у тебя.

[@JANAUSSR]

@@icygaze6777 вы больная на голову женщина 😆😆😆 Идите лечитись, по вам психушка явно плачет 😆😆 Но надо отдать вам должное, вы себя в своём сообщении точно описали! Браво! Хорошая самокритика!

[@icygaze6777]

@@JANAUSSR Описываешь здесь только ты себя, причем в каждом комментарии. С головой не дружишь, это видно. Иди лучше учись писать грамотно, неуч! Позорище, ещё и других обсуждает, придурь.

[@noemiamati5334]

are beautiful :) but how long they are in the orphanage? Coma their story :)?

[@lynnbairefoot3907]

When you were getting Matt the little girl just sat there looking so sad.

[@mariekedufresne53]

I think Rebecca was just more confused than sad

[@bettylwu7562]

OH MY GOD USTEDES SON UNOS ANGELES AQUI EN LA TIERRA 💜💯

[@johnwcarver]

If you look on my KZbin channel there are videos of when we adopted Timmy, Lindsay, Juliana and Kristina.

[@johnwcarver]

It was easy. They didn't speak English at the time so it was no problem.

[@oldenkamp50]

The new daddy intervenes very much in the life of an in fact complete stranger, ... throws her on the bed, tickles her and sits on top of it, he shows little respect for his new-born daughter. I hope she is doing well.

[@aanon5716]

why dont the adoptive parents learn some russian so they can communicate with the russian child? it seems the obvious thing to do to help the transition.

[@junbh2]

I know, I never understand this in adoption videos. Usually they have been trying to adopt the child for months or even years. It takes work to learn a new language but it's not THAT hard. People do it every single day. Very basic conversational skills don't take years and years to learn.

[@junbh2]

+junbh2 Maybe I'm too harsh, though. No one does everything perfectly but in the end the kids don't need perfect parents, just loving and dependable ones.

[@aanon5716]

my aunt & uncle got a hungarian tutor when they knew they were adopting a 3yr old from there. i just thought that was a clever & sweet thing to do. this way they could communicate with all the people at the orphanage too which was a big help. they even learned a hungarian lullaby to sing to her. they also kept her hungarian name as her middle name. i thought that was considerate too. it worked out well for them. & they all still can speak it. its cool. but yes, u r right, love & caring are the most important things.

[@CortHiatt]

A I went to HS with a girl who was born in Russia who came to the US at 10. I was fascinated listening to her and her parents speaking Russian at home and learned some myself. I even taught her a word she didn’t know in English.

[@mercyajohnsebastian3220]

Good dad and mum lots of prayers

[@PrincessyIriska]

What is her name? Becca or Ksenia?

[@amythomas1124]

Rina Monica Mr. Carver in a comment said her real name is Ksenia. They named her Rebecca Ksenia Carver. Becca is a nickname is all.

[@nancymcdowell4799]

She is the best big sister ever. 🌹

[@rosaperezperez1136]

Que penita cuantos niños y el trabajo q cuesta q lo den en adopcion a unos padres q estan deseando formar una familia y hay q esperar años para q te lo den y los tienen criandose los niños sin el calor de una familia.

[@johnwcarver]

AWESOME!!!

[@hot_dog-f8h]

вот так посмотришь на видео такое и подумала сразу,какая нищая Россия была,детдома переполнены сиротами,американцы молодцы,уже тогда жили цивилизованно,очень рада что взяли девочку к себе,у нас в России даже сейчас есть детдома,также переполнены сиротами,хотя уже 21 век,спасибо вам что вырастили девочку--и дали ей любовь и заботу

[@johnwcarver]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@rebeccamcfeaters9648]

are they twins john

[@amythomas1124]

rebecca mcfeaters No, they’re a couple years apart.

[@GraceUponGraceProductions]

That IS good. I speak Russian and so I know what they are saying. She should already get used to them being her parent's. It's fine, just chill.

[@LuLuLuvU]

Lovely people.

[@paulat6622]

How are they doing know