a year ago today...

[@sydfrances]

thank you everyone for all the love on this vulnerable video, i love you all 🖤

[@rdirrim1]

This brought me to tears. I wish we could be friends! It is incredible to see how far you’ve come!

[@aaliyaharnold]

Hi syd! I’ve been following you for a few years and hearing what you went through put tears in my eyes. You deserve nothing but the best! I see you moved close to Conroe! Id love to invite you to grace church! It’s in the woodlands/ spring area. Like I said you deserve nothing but the best and it makes me happy to see how good your doing. Please remember that you are worth it and you are ENOUGH💖

[@keelynsudduth5445]

Ruok

[@vickym9221]

You handled the divorce with a lot of grace and respect. I'm so sorry to hear that respect wasn't returned and that you felt alone when people took sides. I'm glad your mom was there for you. And of course all of us here on KZbin are supporting you from the sidelines! Can't wait to see the adventures you have next in your life!

[@mckennamulhall8548]

THIS!!!!! so glad mary was there for you!!!

[@maddiebrumfield2645]

This was definitely not oversharing! Your platform has become such a beautiful place whether here or on tik tok it's so evident that you are the version of yourself you were always meant to be physically, mentally, and spiritually.

[@MiaSalazar]

wow I'm so proud of you and so happy you found Jesus. You are so loved

[@mckenziediamond1]

You have all of my support Syd! You are a gorgeous human. I’m so happy to see how well you have healed. Leaving the church is hard. Plus having a divorce on top of that?! I can not imagine!! Stay strong and know that you have plenty of people you love you and you are never alone! Thank you for being so honest and open.❤️❤️

[@MissSerenityHope]

You are so amazing and I'm glad even after everything you are still here and it proves just how strong you truly are! I love you!!

[@haileyharp-nelson3960]

I’m so sooo proud of you. This is such a big step and YOU DID IT! You did it Syd. One year later and you’re a completely different person. A better version of yourself. God is good. 🥺🤍

[@sydfrances]

thank you, God is good ❤️

[@oliviacaplin8501]

Wow… I’m just so proud of you syd! Seeing you grow through hard times truly shows what a strong, beautiful woman you are! You’re just incredible! Keep being you!

[@kellykrupa3592]

Been subbed since 2017 and seeing you’re growth is truly inspiring ❤️ Loved the video Syd thank you for sharing with us 💕

[@MaddyArcher-kg7jj]

Sydney hearing your story is just incredible. God is using it to reach more people than you know. Even though I haven’t been married, I recently went through a breakup with the man I thought I would marry. We were best friends first, and it’s been so hard losing both a friend and a partner. It’s been two months now and I’m still healing. I feel so discouraged some days but seeing you heal and come out stronger and closer to God inspires me. It helps give me hope that I can heal from this too❤️

[@victoria-gy6gh]

oh my gosh so happy!!! praising God for his mercy and grace in your life!

[@hannahabshire4268]

Sydney, you have no idea how much I relate to you in this video. My marriage as a 21 year old ended a year ago as well. So glad I have someone I can relate to in this. I am also a christian! Love you girl, stay strong!

[@ArchAngelsDown]

3:50 This part. In certain groups we are taught that love should always be unconditional. It isn't until we question the wrong thing or venture in a different direction that all the conditions of the Unconditional Love are brought forth. And with certain groups, that is a hard line to get past when it comes to what was an entire support system, an entire community. You, Sydney, have shown your strength. We are glad you are here today.

[@amberburbo5743]

I’ve been following your channel since before you guys started dating, I could tell it was going sour and then when you announced the divorce I was scared but happy for you bc I knew you’d get through. I’m so sorry that the world was against you for a bit but I’m glad you’ve overcome and found peace & happiness in the crazy. let god, babe ❤️

[@ChelseaandNick]

So proud of you!!🥺

[@alyssahorton5296]

It’s so amazing to see the process and the growth you have gone through!

[@KathrynElizabeth_]

i didn’t expect this to be a testimony but wow, i have chills🥺♥️ God used this as a sign for me. truly. best wishes toward you!

[@kstuartsfilms]

this has turned into such a safe place and it feels like home

[@sydfrances]

omg i love thus

[@aubreygrace1061]

Your testimony is SO beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing! He is working through you in this and it is so very evident.

[@mackyashy1914]

this video was so well done & so beautiful sydney!!!

[@sydfrances]

thank you🥺

[@mackyashy1914]

@@sydfrances 💛💛💛

[@sarahstonins]

i'm so proud of you and happy for you. a year ago today was actually a very hard day for me as well, and i remember seeing you post that video and feeling less alone in the world. and now, a year later, i am also a totally different person. i'm so glad that you have found healing and happiness in your life. you deserve it. i hope it only goes up from here. ❤

[@aubriedemarco1641]

genuinely crying over the end of this video! So so so proud of your faith. So proud of YOU.

[@williamjamesperkins5483]

I'm so sorry that happened to u friend. You been through a lot but God has your back and you are a strong woman. Be encouraged and I love you friend.

[@mariafabianadiaz4643]

I remember when you announced the divorce, it was EXACTLY 2 weeks after i also announced mines, i was also 20 and only had been married for about a year and a half, when i saw your video i could feel your pain and frustration, but girl, here we are a year after living our best life’s without anyone dragging us down, if i learned something this past year is that when God closed a door is for a reason. That was a chapter we had to live and just move on from it❤️ loveu girly. I’ve been subscribed for YEARS you helped me a lot throughout highschool ✨❤️

[@mg_54321]

Is there any advice you would give for relationships now that you’ve had a divorce? Anything that went wrong that you know not to do again in the future? I’m sorry if this is personal; I just want to make sure my current relationship can get past our struggle points so that when we get married, divorce can be avoided.

[@nikkidutt2034]

Proud of you. You inspire me to not drown myself in my sadness and get up and make something of myself.

[@michellemiles1351]

You have a beautiful testimony💗Never stop chasing God.

[@kaitlynlong6159]

So insanely proud of you. I’ve been following you since the beginning and you’ve done such an amazing job this year and every year before!

[@gigisminis]

So sorry you felt alone that is inexcusable especially by family. Like so many others I’ve been following you since your back yard party for 100k? Maybe? You deserve all the happiness

[@alyssar7477]

Girl I haven’t seen ur vids for awhile and I didn’t realize it was until u looked into the mirror. This is wild I’m so proud of u and wish u the best. Also proud of u for being u and not who other people wanna be. I’m extremely proud that u were able to leave the Mormon Church cuz Ik that can be a deep struggle considering the things I’ve seen about it

[@courtneylouise6818]

This is beautiful and so inspiring. You are truly amazing Sydney! We are so proud of you bestie!!

[@amber_fletcher]

God is so FAITHFUL!! He doesn’t just restore things to their past glories, but creates something new that cannot compare. It amazing to see you be so vulnerable with what you went through, and how it truly felt! God’s power is so present in you. I can’t wait for your next video!!

[@purpledog1028]

Absolutely love this video. Your words are like poetry! You’re amazing Syd.

[@nanwade2133]

I must admit I wasn’t always a fan but after your divorce I don’t know if it was the vulnerability and the honesty you displayed you are amazing.

[@laurenslottke]

I’m so excited you found Jesus in this!! It makes my heart so happy 🤍 the gentleness you express fully shows the grace God poured out on you.

[@Nightshift10000]

I really enjoyed your video & can completely understand where you’re coming from as I’m going through an almost identical situation. Going through a divorce right now & it’s not something I want, but my wife had different feelings. When she left she planted seeds of betrayal & abandonment, I’ve been going through a rollercoaster of emotions & I hate this. I understand completely what you’re going through & I can empathize.

[@paulinadalba5275]

This was a beautiful video and has truly shown the power of Jesus and healing. It’s crazy to think that I have been just a simple subscriber since 2016. I feel like we are best friends and I’ve reached out on multiple occasions, congratulating you on your engagement wishing you luck when he went on the mission. I really feel like I know you and I want to congratulate you on all your growth. Your newfound outlook on life for living for Jesus and for yourself, it’s something I’ve been striving for years. It’s crazy how connected and at home you’ve made me feel from my 16th birthday to my 21st birthday and you were there living the same milestones going through the same motions. And we share this common goal of living for ourselves and for Jesus. It’s a hard thing to accomplish and fully achieve but You are an exemplary example.

[@laurensmith4153]

This made me cry. You’re amazing and so so strong.

[@callumbrasher8048]

Your videos inspire me. I've grown up in Mormonism and stopped attending about a month ago. I've grown up with mental health challenges and am currently trying to do therapy for childhood trauma and relationship challenges. I see a lot of content creators that leave mormonism seem to obsess about the church (I think it's because of feelings of betrayel, like obsessing about the thing you feel betrayed by) and for me I feel I don't want to live like that, I think that the more I hold on or obsess on it, it's like I haven't really healed or moved on from the betrayel, so I guess seeing so many content creators that dwell on talking about mormonism after leaving feels like they haven't completely healed from the betrayel though I think that's why I enjoy your content because you don't dwell on mormonism, it's like it's part of your story and it hurt though it doesn't define you, and there's more to life after leaving.

[@elisabethmartin8092]

thank you for being so vulnerable! you’re so strong and you are so loved ! ❤️❤️

[@taylorhornung]

Someday you find someone. I know it’s hard I know you will get through it and I know you will.

[@brookefloyd2453]

Sydney I’m so proud of you!! I’ve loved watching you change throughout this past year!! You seem sooo much happier and I am so happy for you! Can’t wait to see what God has in store for your future!

[@kstuartsfilms]

i hated how people feel the need to blame the other person it’s so ridiculous being blamed frickin sucks it’s the worst the feeling ever

[@emmamccready329]

I’ve never commented before, but wow-you are an inspiration. When I saw your vid a year ago I was in tears telling my husband about this, and seriously depressed for your guys’ sake for a week. Sounds a bit dramatic for a stranger, but I felt so invested in your story, and am so much more so now. Seeing you truly find God and peace brings me so much joy and is an answer to prayer😊

[@tayabasurto]

I felt sad that day too! I told my husband too

[@lcheeky598]

You are so brave and strong. I wanna be a momma bear for you so if you ever need one I am here. My own daughter will be 21 in August and I would do anything to protect her and keep her safe.

[@NaiaHarwood]

I love you Syd💕I’m so proud of you and everything you accomplished this last year

[@oliviaelyce2035]

I'm so happy that you're here. I'm definitely praising God with you for all of the beauty that he brought out of such hurtful times. Thank you for sharing for all of those that have ever or are currently walking through the same kind of isolation.

[@emilymcdougall804]

Syd I am just so crazy proud of you!!!Following your journey for years & now seeing you share finding Jesus is the most encouraging & amazing thing. Seeing you use your platform to show the love of Jesus & your heart for Him is just BEAUTIFUL. A quote I have always loved is the idea that we take one step towards Jesus and he ran a thousand towards us! As a fellow 20 year old Christian I am cheering you on & celebrating your victories! Oh how God is writing a beautiful story though you! I wish we could be friends in real life, if you ever come to Ontario I want to be besties. You are wonderful! Keep shining your light sweet Syd!!

[@ruthmartin7907]

This is so beautiful and honest. It’s good to know that you continue to keep parts of your life private. My heart overjoices to know that you found peace, love, comfort, and a friend that is God. He will never fail you! So happy how much you have grown spiritually 💗

[@aubreygrace8796]

You have grown so much. God can save in an instant so it’s no surprise how much he can do in a year let alone a life time! So blessed to know Him and make Him known🙌

[@elizabethcurrier5152]

Absolutely sobbing. I’m so proud of you. Please never take this video down. I love this so so so much. Praise God.

[@lmm-op7em]

Sydney, beautiful testimony. God had to allow me to be brought to my knees in pain for me to repent and realize the truth of the gospel. The most faithful thing the Lord did for me was allow me to reach the depths of despair that I might swallow my pride and look to the cross. prayers for you ♥️

[@hannahcantrell430]

I wish I could give you a hug. So proud of you. 2 months ago was my one year mark from leaving my abuser. We have come so far girl 😅

[@jessicaaubrey9138]

You are a true blessing. I myself a year ago went through a bad break up. (He cheated) brought the girl to OUR apartment with my dog there. Turned MY CAMERA OFF for MY DOG. And brought a girl I considered a friend. Yes I moved on but that still hurts. I’m 4 months into a new relationship, he treats me soo much better than my ex ever had. My dog loves him. A breakup sucks butt and I can’t even imagine how it would’ve felt going through a divorce. It felt that way when he tried taking my dog from me. But didn’t want him she wanted/wants me. You are so strong! God always has a reason for everything that he has done.

[@betho2445]

queen. so proud of you and how far you’ve come, your love for Jesus is so motivating and inspiring

[@bellehodges9339]

I used to watch you and your ex's vlogs all the time. I always admired y'alls relationship and thought your videos together were hilarious. This was an awesome video to post, we all needed to hear more about the pain you went through.

[@Miagreene22]

This is truly powerful I am so proud of you for overcoming all the obstacles you have been faced with not only removing yourself from toxic environments which is not easy to do when it has been your norm for a long time but finding God and finding yourself truly an inspiration and I’m grateful you took the time to share it with us

[@hannahcoates7185]

You are so strong and encouraging! You have fought through everyone telling you what you should do and who you should be. You have overcome the negativity of the world, and found true happiness! So inspiring! Thank you for sharing!

[@brijettfuentes5652]

I grew up with you and this video in an odd way felt nostalgic. So excited to watch you grow so much more.

[@JamieandMike]

I was feeling for you through the whole video but the ending, hearing about you finding Jesus, really grabbed me. I'm so happy to hear that. He is so good! And will love you deeper than anyone can. So cheers to the next chapter in life ❤️

[@leximatejeck4995]

this video made me cry. you are so strong and im so proud of u. you did everything right and im sorry people let u down

[@jessikahmeyer]

The amount of respect you have shown through this whole process is incredible and you should be so so proud of yourself. You are amazing and going to go so far in life. I literally cannot watch this without crying because even though you didn’t show it I knew you were in pain but you put one foot after the other and took it day by day and here you are now! Love you Sydney and I hope you find someone that sees how special and amazing you are and loves you the way you deserve 💜😘

[@MckennaASMR]

Wow! You got me tearing up, God is so good! ♥️

[@kasimayes7830]

Watching this video makes me so happy that you have Charli to help you continue to heal and grow. You seem like you have found so muc strength with the proper support.

[@blankspace823]

i know you mentioned feeling uneasy about posting this, but syd, you DESERVE TO. you deserve to share your side of the story and make your voice heard. you went through hell and back, persevered through the worst year of your life, and came out on the other side stronger and the truest version of yourself. you deserve to use your voice, you’ve earned that right.

[@bellewilson7962]

I think this is the Sydney you were always meant to be. Flawlessly unapologetic for being your most authentic self and doing it for yourself. 💕

[@joycealexander2239]

Enjoy your self u r so strong for telling us this we love you and always have ur back

[@katelynprazak248]

definitely started balling by the end of this. seeing how Jesus has led you is so so so inspiring and brings me so much joy. praise Jesus!!!

[@karrington2]

I am personally not religious, but sydney! Wow you are so kind hearted and soft spoken and had beautiful words! Love to hear what you went through and how hard it was and so proud of you for growing into a kind hearted amazing woman we know and love❤💙

[@kenzielenae2665]

I've been watching your channel since you first made videos. Since you have started posting again, I look forward to your videos every time. I hopped on my bed and I told myself "I hope she posted", and then I saw you posted! I read the title and I shed a tear because I knew it was gonna be authentic and deep. This is why I look forward to your videos all the time now. Your videos are authentic, you are authentic and your energy is beautiful. I love that you are all about being yourself. I can say that there is no labels to put on anyone for their decisions. You should do what makes you content and should not feel obligated to provide an explanation for no one. Keep doing you, Syd :) Because I promise there are so many of us that have expiericened some of the same feelings . It has helped so many. Some of the "us", include me. Thank you for being who you are

[@loudlittleroar675]

Oh I this SOO beautiful! I'm in my 30s and my life and divorce sounds much like yours and Jesus swooped in and did all of those same things for me! You know what's funny though....I have SO deeply wanted to find a way to explain or express what it has all felt like but I just don't actually feel "released" to do that yet by the Lord....but just watching this is healing. You expressed something for me that I'm not able to yet. And the fact that I've never Sen your face before and randomly clicked on this video! Little God nod! Thank you for this! God is faithful!

[@oliviaspaarzo9343]

Beautiful video, thank you for sharing. I appreciate your maturity and vulnerability to show your growth and let yourself be you.

[@kayleighvlogs98]

Girl I can’t even imagine what it was like to go through what you went through, but your testimony is POWERFUL!! God has been at work in you since the very beginning and your story is going to help so many people! We are all so proud of you syd ❤️

[@amberhughes3696]

This video popped up in my feed exactly when I needed it. Thank you for being vulnerable enough to share your experiences.

[@naicarter5615]

“I have no bad blood with anyone even my ex who had hurt me throughout those hard times” The shadeeee😭😭😭😭

[@kayceejeffers]

made me cry. thank you for this, syd. you are so strong and encouraging.

[@jesusfreak316]

Aww. Bless your heart ;-( I can relate Sydney! My ex-wife and I got married at 18 & 21 and divorced 5.5 years later. She was the love of my life. That was many years ago, and I'm still not fully healed....But God!!! Stay strong luv...Christ will mend your broken heart and bring you your "Adam" Trust Him! Peace to you and yours!

[@guineapigluver10]

Are your families still friends? I'd imagine it would be weird for your family to hang out with them... especially if his girlfriend is there. Glad to hear you're healing and doing much better!!!

[@samiisamii3862]

I’m so proud of you Syd! You deserve the world and im glad you found inner peace. Im honored to have been watching and supporting you for about five plus years!!

[@mayaphillips7140]

I wish you would make a podcast! I didn’t watch the video itself. I listened to it while driving and I heard every word.. that was enough! Thank you for opening up!❤️❤️❤️ You’ve come so far. You’re a rockstar✨

[@abbeyrobinson8446]

You are so strong and the growth has been amazing! ❤️Your original video was the reason I broke up with my ex and my life has been so much better since! Thank you so much for making it clear that I should stay because of circumstances and i would be okay!

[@karlamunozalvarez9029]

I'm sorry to hear that in a difficult time in your life you felt so alone. I wish you nothing but the best. Glad to hear you are happy! Hope you have a great year.

[@kasonbertrand7082]

I love you so much and I’m here for you forever and I mean it from my heart you have come so far ❤️ I teared up because I know how you feel and I was and always will be on your side 😊❤️

[@BlaizeAspire]

I married my childhood sweetheart, and wasn't forced- but definitely felt pressured to join the LDS church for them. We split up a year ago last week, and it's been very hard because they were my best friend. Thank you for reminding me I'm not alone in this.

[@nataliemarble6446]

Woah girl…this made me cry and feel for you. I’m so glad that God has brought you so far. I hope you know that this shares Jesus’s love through your story and it’s really inspiring. Love you, Syd! 🥺💗

[@mollycruickshank6509]

This made me cry. I’m so happy for you Syd. God is the only answer to all of our problems. Look to him for healing. I wish you the best. 🤍

[@kayleereeberg6446]

You are so strong 🤍keep doing what you do girl!🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@alisonkay04]

Wow, this video is beautiful!! You've truly come a long way and we are all so proud of you syd💗

[@Joshua-tl6od]

These vulnerable and personal videos are awesome. As I get married soon I have the same mentality divorce is not a option like you. My partner and I have found God like yourself now I sure hope if you re marry in the future it's for a lifetime God bless.

[@lilianahiguera382]

I am so happy to see you growing and healing. You have learned so much through this experience and I hope you know you are much stronger and braver than you ever thought.

[@kaileyllewellyn]

I can't even say I can relate to this because never been in a relationship and never been married and I'm 24. But so glad to hear that you're happy and just content and that God has gave you that peace that you were needing. Continue learning and growing into the person God has created you to be. Hope the rest of this year is amazing for you and can't wait to see what God has in store for you.

[@graciegarcia1049]

praise. i remember three years ago i used to watch your videos and just be like God please show yourself to sydney, and it is amazingggg how He did it. glory praise hallelujah 😄😊

[@laurenstapel7926]

so beautiful to see where you came from as well as where you are now KEEP GROWING SYDNEY

[@livingthebestlifenow]

Sydney, I watched that video a year ago and the growth you have achieved is amazing.. Very proud of you and look forward to new adventures. We with you on this journey called life.

[@zakylafoster5321]

Period! As you should be! I needed to hear this thank you for sharing, you’re amazing and beautiful! keep on thriving!

[@chesleybristow7293]

Syd, I have watched you since I was probably 14-15 I’m now 22. Watching you grow and change and form into the woman you have become is amazing. It’s almost like a big sister experience. You are such a bigger person than all of the people who put you down!! To watch you go through that stuff alone broke my heart. I’m so proud of you!! I know I’m just a subscriber, but I see you as family!

[@yarelisserrano5806]

Surround yourself with people you can trust, sometimes you’re own family can be toxic and not good for your mental health ❤️

[@faithmarie3808]

When I tell you I remember being so burdened to pray for you, when I first came to Christ I came across your channel and was just like I need to pray for her, so I had been praying that you’d be able to seek God and get away from the Mormon church and wow did He deliver. Truly He’s so amazing and I’m so proud of where you’ve come

[@allthingsalison]

Sydney this is powerful. Goosebumps hearing you talk about Jesus

[@maciemiller4389]

Hearing you turned to God makes my heart so happy, proud of you girl🤎

[@taylorpitman6838]

Thanks for sharing this Sydney, I'm going through some difficulties right now that I never expected, but the reminders that Jesus took that shame and guilt away is so meaningful. We always have our God and He gives us so much good even when times are hard.