Meeting my Sister for the first time! Ancestry DNA test brings us together!

Never thought this would happen! This weekend I fly to Colorado where I meet my older sister for the first time! Neither of us knew we existed until recently! It goes to show that life is full of happy surprises :) meet my new family on this adventure!
To clear it things up, my sister was born before my parents married, she was not adopted. we share a common father. She was raised and loved by her mom and dad in the USA while I was born and raised in Canada. My dad never knew she existed... but would have loved to have met her before he passed.
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[@juliesmith1874]

My husband, who’s adopted did Ancestry DNA, and found seven sisters, our adventure is just beginning

[@rossmacintosh5652]

Awesome!

[@bridgieoh9326]

Wow, 7!

[@karenroberton3290]

Sad but so happy they have found each other

[@ataurus2at]

Wow! That's awesome!

[@IssaTejeda]

If you ever decide to make a video about that Id love to watch it

[@sophirichmanfletcher4657]

As an adopted person with a less than stellar reception from immediate family, I can't *like* this video enough. Your love and acceptance on both sides is inspiring. Many will live vicariously through you. 💗💗💗

[@MsVan13]

Thank you Heather and your family for letting us come a long for the experience. What a wonderful thing for you guys!

[@susanhamilton1822]

I hope your Sister realizes what a wonderful, kind and classy man her brother is.

[@cupcakesonrainydays]

What kind and special personalities your siblings have. Wow this is so special to see your sister and also your brother later on in your journey of finding your siblings. Both such deeply precious souls just like you and Melissa and your kids.

[@walterbsprinks]

Hi Alex my father found the rest of.his family, the Paternal side, when he was 38 in 1960. It changed our lives. We were military too. We lived in San Francisco area and they were in Weiser, Idaho but when we shipped out to Italy for new duty station we went North and met them. Like you we looked alike. Dad was raised by his Grandparents and never met his father as he died young. But I know it helped my father’s journey back to life after the military. I’m a ancient coin collector transplanted to Australia from Oregon. Best Wishes, Walter

[@ljtlove4519]

I finally found my daughter and her 2 kids, one is named Alyssa too! I was lucky to meet her, her husband, the kids, and her adoptive parents. How wonderful! We all shared some great hugs and keep in touch now.

[@danielluera5932]

This was nice. Happy you found your new extended family.

[@gingernotturno5365]

WHAT A Wonderful new family you have ...I wish you all love and joy the rest of your life

[@Ashlee1985]

"Now that I feel like vomiting, let's go eat supper!" lol - btw, my dad found out that he was adopted at 76 years old and we've been looking at our ancestry too.

[@coffeegirlct]

My stepbrothers did the ancestry dna test and found out that the person they thought was their dad wasn’t their dad. They’d thought that both of their parents were dead, come to find out their real father was still alive. Their real father had another child who’d died in a car accident, and come to find out he had not only more children, but grandchildren as well.

[@cindyroy8541]

Alex. Catching up on old vids! Wow sister...AWESOME AWESOME!!! I’m so happy for you both..and families. Thanks for the info on music /songs by you! I’m loving your music!!‼️YOU HAVE AN INCREDIBLE VOICE YOUNG MAN !! 🙌✌️🕶

[@rou769]

Alex, I've recently come across your videos, and I am completely fascinated...enthralled, even. I've watched the series on Madam Rac, watched your videos with Hans and finished the Potter's House series yesterday. I saw that you were visiting Colorado Springs. I lived there for 15 years. My adult son and I ran cars on that track you were on a couple years ago. Then, I see the hotel you stayed at, and I was the mail carrier on that route before leaving Colorado in 2019. I have thoroughly enjoyed your adventures. Thank you for sharing them with us!

[@KS-se9jb]

So strange to get recommended this. My spouse just recently reconnected with his dad, and brother after 30 years. In that process he found out he had a little sister also. Named Alyssa. And we just named our 3rd child Dorian. So interesting. Happy you have all been reconnected. ❤️

[@CynthiaKing-tx1vl]

That is the sweetest story! How lucky you all are.

[@melaniemaben4526]

Your niece seemed delighted to discover her new uncle. I liked the way you each drew each other out. I see a blossoming extended family. Lovely to watch. Thanks for sharing.

[@kimoh3]

This happened to a friend of mine. She always knew she was adopted and embarked on a journey to find out who she was - to, as she said, maybe find someone that looked like her. Her birth parents were also teens, she found her mother, but that didn't go too well, and the mother wasn't sure who the father was. Along comes Ancestry, and she matched with an aunt, who checked with her brothers. When she found photos of the brother - there he was - that face that looked like hers! Luckily they live nearby and it has turned out wonderfully - she has 2 sisters, a grandmother, and a whole family that has accepted her with open arms. Her father was absolutely sick that he didn't know about her and that they missed so many years together, but at least they were able to find each other! Wonderful story - so happy for you!

[@olearyfam4]

That is wonderful 💗

[@daisyblooms4813]

Thank you for sharing :-)

[@mr_stivo]

I was adopted and after 50 years of not even knowing my ethnicity I decided to give Ancestry DNA a try. Not only did I find where my ancestors came from, I unexpectedly found multiple close DNA matches. Ended up discovering my mother, father, three step brothers, three step sisters and many, many cousins. Crazy!

[@korey1293]

I just had a similar situation happen- I had done dna testing about 2 years ago and I recently went back to look at it and it said I had a 25% match - I found my dads biological father who had NO idea my father existed! He thought the pregnancy was terminated and then went back to war and lost touch. Now we have a whole second family we didn’t know about. Love that everyone is making these connections :) enjoy your time in the states! :)

[@AvaKinsey2015]

I think the most Canadian thing you brought to her was YOU!!

[@heidijones580]

Lol!! Definitely :-)

[@jaggirl]

For sure..

[@SuzanneDesign]

No surprise that your niece loaned you her car. Generosity runs in your genes. Thank you for sharing such personal moments.

[@growbydoing7290]

It seems to be a true statement as he’s said his father was the same way.

[@hawaiianshells]

I love this so much! I work at Ancestry, and I'm in tears that you found her, met her, and were instantly LOVED by her family! THIS is why we do what we do! Can't wait to see more of her, visiting your family in May!

[@thatgirlfromdabronx9198]

Part of me wants to do the test because I know I have siblings & cousins out there I haven't met. But I keep hearing that your company sells the information to different companies/agencies. Is this true? Is there a way to prevent that? Thanks.

[@nankavanagh]

Thank you for doing what you do!

[@PrincessYonna1]

@@thatgirlfromdabronx9198 same

[@laurakane6321]

Your niece seems to have things in common with you. Lol , very sweet girl.

[@tomtinkersrezlife278]

She has her own channel I just watched it she said she was his niece so I had a feeling it went with this

[@carolyns3106]

Your niece resembles your dad!!!

[@deejagers716]

@Trudy Louisa yes but mom is white, dad look african and she hispanic, i dont get it? sorry, im from Europe

[@i-am-frenchie2480]

Your family is wonderful ❤❤❤ Thank you all for inviting us to such a beautiful special moment!! You guys are so blessed 😊

[@ruthied5028]

Thank you, Heather and family, for sharing your story on camera with us. What a beautiful story.

[@DVD927]

I like those folks! Nice family

[@buildingahappilyeverafter4240]

Aww, congratulations on finding your sister. She has a beautiful family and I'm glad she was willing to share with all of us. I hope you had a great trip!

[@Peter-pv8xx]

I must have watched a different video.

[@unclecrog]

I am so glad that I and your many others fans got to meet Heather. It warmed my heart and brought a tear to my eye to see how openly they accepted you. God has blessed you both by brining you back together.

[@scubasteve7283]

Every time I watch any of your shows, I catch myself sitting here with a huge smile on my face! I can't believe that I just stumbled across your show accidentally...in fact, I don't even know what I was looking for, but here I am and now I'm hooked....binge-watching all of your episodes and "thumbs-upping" every one of them!!

[@scubasteve7283]

Alex, you are such a great conversationalist! You have great people and interviewing skills!!

[@cindykeller9668]

Thank you for sharing your experiences. What an exciting day for you (and her) !!

[@audreytjennings8580]

You have the same 😃 smile!! That’s the best possible thing to have alike !! What a blessing! Yes you look alike. ❤️🙏🏻🙂

[@lamb248]

that's what i noticed immediately, they both have great smiles!

[@--KitsuneZurui--]

My heart literally just melted!

[@DocJ58-OCB]

Awesome family Alex...Your sister smiles the same as you...her story about meeting Dorian is cool,I'm a child of the 60's and tri-racial ( native,black,and white ) and luckily ,here in Canada,I never every got racial predjudice,but I was a fat kid so that was my bullying...enjoy your family and bring them back to Edmonton for a visit.

[@anothersinglemom]

Awwwwww Alex, you seemed so nervous the morning you were meeting them for breakfast, I just wanted to give you a big {{{hug}}}. Looks like you had a great visit. Thanks to your sister and family , and you, for sharing the experience with us! 😀

[@pauletteb6393]

That's probably why they pulled him for a second security check. He was nervous and they thought he was suspicious!

[@newtoublue1451]

@@pauletteb6393 Nom It was just the number on his ticket. They choose at random.

[@marlenecardinahl9346]

Did U have same mom or Dad- man U R cute - I am 82 and a half- new to your channel

[@newtoublue1451]

@@marlenecardinahl9346 The same sire.

[@janicesnell650]

What a beautiful family & what great fun getting together! May this be just the beginning of a wonderful extended family life.

[@tearex3919]

Can't get over how much your niece looks like your dad! I'm sooooo happy for you all! What a great blessing! I can't wait for them to visit you.

[@OzMurf]

What a fantastic and gentle addition to your family. Such beautiful moments you shared with us

[@KymeGracia]

your niece looks so much like your Dad...I met my 3 much younger half brothers a few years ago. It is an odd adjustment, but so interesting at the same time. Congrats to you knowing your new found additions to your family.

[@daniellezepess]

Hello Heather, Dorian & family! Thank you all for allowing us to be part of this special reunion. ❤️❤️❤️ My dad may still have a younger sister somewhere in the world - this makes me want to try to find my long-lost aunt even more! ❤️

[@tanyastamant]

That was beautiful Alex. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@charliemanson4808]

Heart warming...tremendously heart warming. I dont know how else to explain the emotions I and I imagine many others felt for you all. Hi Heather, Dorian and family, very pleased to meet you. Peace Charlie 🇬🇧

[@llamalady]

Im so incredibly happy for you and your new found family! Also I dont think ive ever seen such kind an supportive youtube community as this one :o

[@lubabe6642]

Great family, Alyssa seems really out going like you. Nice family, glad you got to spend time with them. Great video as always Alex.

[@newtoublue1451]

She has the same grounded, stoic quality he has. I love that on such a young woman.

[@jk170]

Come on, who wouldn´t like you..! Awesome new family!

[@MsFitz134]

Thank you for sharing this special moment with us! My neighbor recently learned through DNA testing that her mom was switched at birth! (Back in the 1940s) It's been fun to watch their journey getting to know each other. So fun to see all the connections being made.

[@beckysweeps9748]

Wonderful family!! Thank you for letting us tag along with you. You are truly blessed!

[@mirandak244]

Colorado Springs is great! Lived there for 3 years! Your new family branch is lovely!

[@holliedammit274]

Aww. So awesome! Thank you for the share. I was adopted I hope to someday I can find my family too.

[@jeffreylevin1266]

Wow Alex, I don’t know what to say. That was cool. I like your new family. Particularly your niece, she’s special! Embrace and enjoy this situation. I envy you.

[@mypuptrouble976]

What a blessing to find each other. Im sure your dad had alot to do with it and watching over all of u. I found out at a young age that my father was married before my mom and had a son. They lost touch when he was like 2 but my dad mentioned him when he started to fall very ill. He would b in his 60's now and would love to find him. My sister has started looking and did DNA so hopefully we will find each other. Many prayers for all of u!!

[@DonnaMaldona]

You are so loving and kind! Your beautiful sister and hubby is too! I love the whole new addition they are wonderful and acceptance is genuine!!

[@dridleyroberts]

What a WONDERFUL gift you both received in each other! She and your niece look so much like your dad!!! What a lovely family your sister has created. Loved this video and so happy it was such a warm, wonderful first meeting! ❤️❤️

[@NdnUrbanCat]

"Growth is the sign of a healthy tree." Well said.

[@jenlockett92]

L. M. Dyre the tears that were building up fell when he said that 😭 ♥️

[@cherylmamabear]

AWWWW! That was so sweet! You are lucky to have found her and her family and vice versa! Many blessings to you all.💟

[@MrRicksgirl2006]

So nice to meet you Heather!

[@cemwalker]

I just came back an watched this again, after reading Heather's blog. I enjoy your family/extended family. You all make me smile!

[@olearyfam4]

Thank you ♡

[@Carolyngenea]

What a lovely family to find you belong to. Congratulations! Your niece is adorable, I was shocked she is old enough to be married.

[@ecourtney79]

Genetics is a helluva thing! I had an instant bond with my long-lost little brothers and dad. I’m glad you enjoyed Colorado. There’s so much awesome stuff to do here...you’ll definitely have to visit again and spend some time in the mountains. My family is originally from Cripple Creek, which is an old mining town not too far out of the Springs. I bet you’d like it!

[@wendynorgren9593]

That was so sweet.I am blessed with 7 very close siblings . I am so pleased for you, Heather and your families. Welcome back to Canada.

[@abbiestreasures3123]

Hi from Michigan! 🙋‍♀️ Well I'm in tears...What a wonderful first meeting you had with your sister and family! Looks like the good ol' USA will be your second home! Thanks for posting and keeping us updated. Also can't wait for more post on The Potters House. Take Care! God Bless!

[@sahia4]

So wonderful!! I'm a grandmother and I have a father out there that I haven't seen since I was 11 years old. The thought of seeing him after soo many years is kind of scary..especially since he abandoned my mom, sister and I. I always wonder what it would be like since I used to be such a daddy's girl and I thought that he hung the stars.

[@annescott6137]

🙋hi from Scotland hi Alex I am so glad you had such a happy trip and met your sister and her family I am so glad you met each other and share your life's well done stay safe take care Anne Scott from Scotland 😀

[@ccari143]

I have that same black hat, the “Greek Fisherman’s Hat”. My best friend, who passed away in 2017, left it to me. Never thought I would see something on your show that I actually have in my possession. Cool!!!

[@My2ndnephew]

Thanks for sharing a very personal journey. I teared up several times, knowing what you went through emotionally.

[@dayspring1239]

WOW I have been smiling every since the beginning of this video! What a blessing to have such a great 'new' family. How wonderful is this!

[@wandagorte8958]

I smiled through the entire video as well! Thought I might be the only one, and glad to see I was not alone.

[@psycodelek]

Thats awesome that you both wanted to meet and actually get to know each other. BTW Lenny breau was big news here in lewiston maine usa and his brother denny still lives here and plays, nothing against denny but lenny was considered one of the best in the world by people like chet atkins. Pretty sure you already know that though? your father must have been pretty sharp himself just being in that company.

[@RyanHorseHelmet]

Awesome family, awesome new family. Congrats on meeting your sister!

[@wantsomething3319]

I'm so glad you're sister and her family decided to be on camera. Your "new" family's awesome! Can't wait to see Melissa and your kids meet them. Jayman...

[@chasitygorton5197]

This is just so beautiful I’ve been binge watching your videos all night starting from when you bought Mary’s house and the restoration. I seriously have homework to do lol I can’t look away.

[@janvafa4253]

I was adopted at 3 days old ... so I understand your feelings. So happy for the way this turned out!

[@holleyjomartinez4009]

Ya’ll are such nice people. ❤️ The world needs more of you. Thank you for sharing.

[@bozomahoney]

Well....we ARE Canadian, you know lol

[@danielborrows2203]

You made me cry. That was so beautiful.

[@inayromasdiary6972]

Iloveyour video! Im happy for you. You found your sister! You found your greatest treasure your wonderful family! God bless

[@crochetingcanuck]

Looks like you had a lot of fun! Congrats on the new family! I would love to do DNA testing to find more of my cultural background, but I'm a little apprehensive of a company like that having my DNA and all of my information in their system.

[@mistalawless]

This feels familiar. I met my sister for the 1st time in 25 years and she was from Colorado as well. I'm from Nebraska

[@justjean222]

Very touching as I sit here wiping tears. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful part of your lives.

[@marysomerville4381]

It is an indescribable feeling to meet new family for sure. It fills a hole in your heart you never knew you had till you meet them. Coming from someone who has done the same as you and Ive been so blessed finding them. 2 half brothers and one half sister. Life is full and happy, it's wonderful isn't it!!!!

[@emeraldgypsyheart]

I get to meet my half brother and sister (they're full siblings). My hubz and I can't wait to meet them and cousins etc

[@donaburns7912]

I love Curiosity Inc. Great show! Wish I could travel to Canada but not well enough or affluent enough. But got an iPad that I can visit on

[@susanriley555]

The “ Husband Equalizer “ is a potato masher ! 😊😊😊 lovely video ❤️

[@jaybales3160]

Great video. Very happy for you and your sister. I look forward to any additional videos you might share of your family experiences.

[@DancesWithWerewolves]

What a heartwarming experience- thank you for sharing it with all of us. I love the way you composed and produced this video - such a genuine expression of the true meaning of family. Many blessings and endless new adventures to you all!

[@AvaKinsey2015]

She is very pretty and what a beautiful family!!

[@SuseV8]

Wow Alex and Family ! Beautiful NEW memories ~ Thank you for sharing these moments on yt. ~ *Your DAD is SMILING and playing the piano in the Heavenly Realms* ~ That's Heaven sent for sure ! Much Love and Congratulations from my Family to yours Suse & Crew Vancouver Island BC CANADA ~*~

[@realetreasures6443]

Thank you for sharing that with us. It was so sweet meeting the new branch of your family. I am hoping that when my husband does his DNA test we find his long lost half siblings (from his father's short war-time marriage in London). We know the former wife's first name but not the siblings names or where they might be now. My husband never met them and didn't even know of them 'til he was grown.

[@shanekneeshaw3483]

My mother found her bother and sister after 50s year sadly is not working out to much water under the bridge as they say in England but good luck with you journey

[@cindyreddeer]

Just when I think I'm going to bed at a decent hour. XD

[@CuriosityIncorporated]

haha I'm still up too!

[@alexanderlipowsky6055]

0:50 here

[@MrHasie]

burning it at both ends😴

[@rachel14rod]

Hahaha,me too

[@susanblome8862]

So glad you got to meet your sister and her family. They seem very nice and you all got along so great. Here's to many new memories for all of you!

[@SimplySassy59]

I've been waiting for this update!!

[@SimplySassy59]

I have not had a chance to get back to this, I watched the video after posting this response, shocked to see I was first, and intended to respond in full after the video just to find comments disabled. I was in tears most of this video, it was so touching. I'm so glad you found your sister, and truly happy your sister found you in return. I hope all continues to go well for both of you and your respective families. I can't imagine what it would be like to find a family member I knew nothing about, especially one so sweet, as I come from a very dysfunctional family myself. I'm happy for both of you!

[@marciabrumfield1400]

Loved this video. I was adopted right out of the hospital and my birth mother died at 21, so I do not think that she had any more children. I have no idea about my birth dad. My adopted brother bet everyone in his birth vamily and has 2 half-brothers still living. I am happy for you that the two of you got together.

[@Phenom157]

I am so incredibly happy for you Alex...and your new family members! I have a half brother I haven't seen since he was two....we will now see each other in June and although I am nervous, I can't wait! God Bless you and your new family members!

[@1ndygirl]

Given the timing of you and your sister's searches, my belief system definitely suggests that your dad got you together. And that's as rewarding as the rest of the story. I hope Alyssa posts the video of the meet-up. So great to meet you!

[@LittleCarol]

How right you are 1ndygirl, just because you cannot see something with your eyes does not mean it doesn't exist. Otherwise how is it we can use electricity? Ps You and me know who the 'ghost' in Mary's House was don't we ! much love to you xxx

[@tedeljames3356]

This is so heartwarming, there´s always room for more love.

[@Papa_Pasghetti]

This is definitely one of my favorite KZbin channels. I'm not usually interested in what goes on in someone else's life but I enjoy how you take us, the viewers through what goes on in yours without giving too much away. This is what reality TV should be like and not that scripted nonsense. Great job and thank you! P.s. Your niece is a true gem! Beautiful girl inside and out; your sister and her hubby did a great job.

[@upmayo9741]

Loved this, thank you for sharing those lovely moments. I for one feel immensely grateful for the richness you have added to my life.

[@kasiapaiz2210]

This was so sweet I was tearing up there towards the end. Congratulations on meeting your sister!

[@Slickinator]

Awesome I am so glad it worked out great for u ... I wish I could meet my real dad and half sisters but when I called he denied me so his loss ....but u rock and glad again for u guys

[@TheCampfiregirl]

I'm so sorry : ( you have a great attitude. Maybe he will change his mind after a while, and definitely your sisters!

[@Slickinator]

@@TheCampfiregirl only problem is I just recently found out I only have about 5 years left I am dying atleast I know a made a difference in a few people's lives...

[@wandagorte8958]

@@Slickinator we know some are not so welcoming to lost family. As you say, the loss is your dad's, and one day he might regret his decision and it will be too late. Some with the same negative mindset are probably best not knowing.

[@thatgirlfromdabronx9198]

@@Slickinator Are your sisters old enough to make their own choices? Did he give them a chance to answer for themselves? When karma kicks him in the butt, it might be to late for him to make amends.

[@Slickinator]

@@thatgirlfromdabronx9198 no as far as I know they might not even know about me but they are adults and even older than me and I am 43 now lol I never really knew anything till I was 16 and contacted him at 20 when I found out he is still in my hometown ... I did try talking too some of them who I think are his daughters on Facebook but they don't answer and he blocked me on Facebook when I said hi ... So I am sure there must have been questions asked about me but no one has replied ... I also don't want to cause problems with them as it's not their fault I was basically left at around 2 years old so he don't have anything about me...

[@karenfitzpatrick6256]

I LOVE this video! What a blessing for both you and your sister and your families! In September I'm going to meet my "new" sister, who ironically lives in Colorado, when she and her husband come to Vermont to see me. Neither of knew of the other before Ancestry DNA, but for us it has been over 60 years! She's 7 years older than me and was adopted out as an infant. It really is a miracle isn't it?

[@Rubysrescue]

I found your KZbin channel because of this video. I recently in 2018 have found my half brother, and it was amazing to finally see family that I resemble. I recently watch almost every video of your Potter House and I love how you took care of the family and Mary. I am totally impressed. Congrats on finding your sister!!

[@michellec.2345]

Can’t wait to watch now ... yay!!! 😁💕 stay safe and many blessings to you both 🙏🏻