We Did What We Had To Do

I'm sure every parent has stories of major changes they made in life to accommodate their children...here's ours. How many of you can relate?
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[@sueg3937]

That’s how most of our life’s stories begin, “We did what we had to do”. No regrets.

[@Roseisababe111]

sue g, too TRUE!

[@beccamills3616]

I have spent the last 2 weeks trying to wrap my head around finally getting a place to live. We have been living with family for 5 years. After working our butts off all year, we bought our first car, got a place to live, and today bought a washer and dryer. I have been homeless 3 times in my life because of poverty and being the child of a single mother. I know the struggle, and totally appreciate all the little things. Maybe by sharing a piece of my story i can help give someone else some hope!

[@justmeashley7923]

Becca Mills when I got my first apartment after being single and hopping from house to house to house, I had never felt so thrilled and fulfilled. I was so appreciative to get a house. To buy a fridge. To do my laundry. I was so proud. Go you too! I’m proud of you!!!

[@kellycarson4492]

When is summer suppose to come visit? Also Priscilla you're glowing, I swear in every vlog you're just getting more and more gorgeous! ❤❤

[@ECB1234561]

Kelly Carson I think they said she's coming back at Christmas

[@kellycarson4492]

@@tiffanyhendrickson6087 I'm sure she spends just enough time with them too. I was asking them the question, wasn't asking you.

[@tashawells3568]

Love y’all. We all have to start somewhere and y’all DEF INSPIRE me everyday to be a better person in general, to never judge because you never know what someone else is going through, to be kind, etc. Thanks for sharing your story and being such positive roll models for the world! Much appreciated! Love from Boulder City, NV! Xoxoxo

[@guadalupepineda5954]

It's something else to hear how you both worked through all those challenges with the wonderful way you support each other and communicate to one another. To be able move forward in all aspects of your lives and your children's as well. Kudos to you! I'm so glad you guys decided to make this channel. It has really helped me and my family and has been to much fun to watch as well. Thanks! 💕

[@TheWtc60]

This is the first time to Podcast. I really enjoyed it. I'm a 59 yr. old fan :) I'm a mother and a grandmother. I love yalls video's . Keep them coming :) Y'all are an awesome family.

[@pandabear7073]

I love how you guys are so great and honest about everything

[@em-yf4db]

I love seeing when you guys have new vlogs up! I click on y’all first out of all my subscriptions! Love love love the family! Stay awesome

[@meganball8394]

Thanks for the encouragement guys! I've been doing the stay at home mom thing for 6 months now and I'm not sure I'm cut out for it either lol this was a great reminder that every situation is temporary and there r better days ahead. I love the podcasts btw! Thanks for all the hard work u guys put in to give us quality content.

[@helenobrien4596]

I think every parent feels that we could have done things better, we are learning evey day, i don't have a child with autism and i found it extremely difficult bringing up 3 children. I really take my hat off to you both you are truly amzing parents. I am sending you all lots of love from Scotland 💕

[@dancedreamcolleen]

Thanks for sharing this and going into detail. I only found you guys a short while ago because of a Facebook video that lead me to you. I have since started from the beginning to learn more and that’s just how I am. Anyway this answered some questions I had. You guys rock. Thanks for sharing.

[@caseygill3498]

You'll are a strong beautiful family do not ever let the haters get to you. I've seen some nasty people write on your stuff and they mean nothing. There's tons of us that have y'all's backs. Much love!

[@caseygill3498]

Oh and been watching forever now but I'm a quiet one ☺️

[@carleystratton3387]

New subscriber here, I just love your videos! I wanted to cry almost the entire time watching this. I love how you two are a TEAM. I don’t have that with my fiancé. He doesn’t support me working even shorter night shifts so we wouldn’t have to pay for daycare, and he told me if I want to work I am fully responsible for daycare for our two children, and that it’s dumb for me to work because then all of my money would go to daycare. All of this because he doesn’t want to be home with the kids for a measly 6 hour shift that would give me the mental health break and socialization I need. I’ve been a stay at home mom for going on 4 and a half years and I’m going out of my mind. I truly try to be grateful but it does get tough after a few years, especially with no support system. Not to mention we’re doing pretty poor financially. Luckily my ASD almost 5 year old has always received the support he has needed through the county (early intervention at 2-3 years of age, half day at a sped preschool then full day at 4, and now a 6:1:1 class at our local school started this September).

[@mollymillar3040]

Y'all are so insperational as parents and just all around humans! I love hearing how y'all got to where you are today! WOW! What a journey! Sending so much love from a fellow Jacksonite! 💕💕💕

[@debbiea.1272]

You two are such special people! Your love, friendship, and devotion to each other and your family unit, is amazingly beautiful and perfect! You’re both such an inspiration! ♥️

[@AdventuresofPandB]

Yay pod cast is back i truly enjoy the non filtered conversation y'all have

[@mellyluvsdawg1524]

Priscilla gets more gorgous in every video....you are a strong minded women and such an inspiration to many others....keep up the great work in business...family....community. ..and health...xoxo

[@kyleahorton3068]

Every parent tries to do whats right by their children and give things up for them once a parent you know your child comes before anything else even your own needs, but the sacrifices the two of you have made takes a very special type of people, I was blessed with healthy children and I'm not sure if I could do what you do and still stay sane. Youre family is and should be blessed.

[@Emma-no6ne]

Try to remind yourself & be proud that you've always done your best with what you had and knew at the time. You're wonderful parents and people, and deserve your success. Loved listening to this! ❣️

[@marcyshuler8800]

Thank You for sharing some of the inside information from your lives. You are very inspirational individuals!

[@kristenmaxwell2747]

I love you guys 🖤🖤🖤 I see y'all hit 400,000 subscribers congrats🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@lesleyboo2482]

Love from Scotland guys, you are amazing at what you do x

[@neb1006]

You guys are absolutely amazing and I love you tons what you do for abbie and Isaiah is incredible

[@jenniferwiechers7871]

Every part of life is a learning process. So happy your journey brought you where you are today so that we can enjoy it with you! Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@marjanvermeulen9753]

Awesome parents! Awesome Abbie and Isaiah! Thanks for the video. 🇳🇱😃

[@jiofeed1707]

! You two really are amazing ! so much you two have been though for your family . you have my support :)

[@louisep4805]

Fantastic that you have both found something that you love to do together and are terrific at at such a young age, and that is such a worthwhile job too. Very well done 👍

[@shalakruep]

I love the beginning when your both smiling and dancing to the sweet tunes! I can't wait to see the senior night! Will be waiting for the upload. Love you so much! Love you too Maass Squad!

[@lmvicente1]

You know ya’ll have some serious haters when within 7 seconds of uploading they have already hit the dislike button. So sad. But ya know the people who LOVE your family have your back😍😍😍

[@donnahague8983]

LisaMarie There's always a few jealous haters on every successful KZbin channel...People get jealous because the Maas family is making a difference and has a large following.

[@sister0105]

So what your saying is, if we don’t agree with them then we are haters? I’m sorry, I must of missed that memo.

[@candacekeller8470]

Love verse Hate always WINs🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@lmvicente1]

sister0105 I’m saying. Why watch them if you don’t like themmm

[@songofjoy164]

sister0105 disagreeing is ok. But the original comment was about people who hit the dislike button before they have even had time to have watched the video.

[@carolynkor3021]

My Husband had the same job for 45 years,the difference is he loved his job. You really walked on Faith and made it work. Sounds like a lot of great memories. We all need to cherish every moment, our early struggling years were some of the best. I think that does make us stronger. I pray your media continues to grow and Bless your family.

[@jamiepurtteman4911]

I think parenting is in essence just making the best with what you have. I’ve been doing port security for 16 years and honestly I have mom guilt about it. I reconcile it by reminding myself I’m setting an example. You guys did your best, and no one can ask for more than that

[@jamesfranco2780]

Great podcast guys you did an amazing job raising and taking care of Abby and Isaiah

[@dawndevereux263]

Thanks for being so real. You guys are awesome.

[@catloverKD]

This is true of anybody in any situation. You do the best you can with what you have, and as new opportunities present themselves or needs change, you evolve.

[@angihickmancessna1539]

Asa, I so wish we could come there for a Tuber Tutorial. :-) I’m so lucky to have a job a love but why not share and chronicle??? Love all you guys. Thanks for spreading the sunlight and love. Hugs from Kansas.

[@lorimoghadam3054]

My name is Lori. I am a single mom in Indiana. I have two boys on the spectrum. The oldest was dx as severe and didn't talk to he was 11. He currently is moderate He currently is a freshman at Olivet Nazarene University. He received a scholarship that we could not refuse. This is his 8th week at college and he is doing well. My sister lives in the same town. He was a runner until about 12. I can't tell you what a miracle his life is. His name is Isaiah. My Noah has more Aspergers.I am a teacher and my parents helped me out down through the years until they were about 15 and he was able to stay by himself. Academics have always been the strong point for my boys. They have always been the one to pave the way for others because they were they were in gifted classes with special ed help. I think looking back you do what you got to do to get by. I love watching your vlogs and relate to your family well.

[@alexismarie4822]

What's to dislike about this video¿😂 I love y'alls family, you're always so positive and inspiring❤️

[@lorikiszkawoods9350]

My daughter when she was young required so much attention, there were times when I would go our the door just for a five minute break so I could have a cigarette. Back in the day when I still smoked. Even when I took those small breaks I could see her from the window. It was hard! It is hard with Neurotypical kids but it's ten times harder with someone who has Autism like my daughter. I understand what you are saying about it being harder when they get older though. My daughter has progressed enough to be able to live on her own with help, but I honestly worry ten times more now then I did when she was young.

[@itsahufflife8726]

Almost identical to my current situation. Kinda hit me hard. But we do what we have to for our kids!

[@brookes4148]

Thank you for sharing. You both have worked so hard!

[@janicelaurin7263]

Very insightful. Thanks for the background story.

[@wendyhanson3168]

You guys are awesome parents, and all it takes is doing what’s best for your family.. 💕

[@somedude172]

the internet makes getting creative with jobs so much easier! im 19, autistic, have depression, anxiety, and chronic pain, so its really hard to work. plus i have no car and no one will teach me how to drive anyway, so i cant get a 'real job'. but i just started working with a business broker, i just call and email people looking to sell businesses. and im also looking into doing some translating/caption writing online, since im bilingual. each job doesnt pay much on its own, purely because its not real hard work and i dont get a lot of hours, but i have plenty of time to pick up other jobs as needed. i also have plenty of time to do volunteer work in my field of interest, so i can eventually get a career. idk what id be doing without internet tbh, but im very thankful to have it!

[@RebelRidersMotorcycles]

We just opened a motorcycle repair shop in longwood, FL. Praying we will be successful!

[@theadvocatemum9451]

I just want to say thank you. You guys are an inspiration. So much so that we have started our own channel with our sons journey

[@AnnetteTheEncourager]

I Absolutely Love your Family!! I have Been watching your videos for few months now and I Truly Admire you BOTH!! Be Encouraged on today, Continue to take it one day at a Time, You Both are so Amazing!!

[@joananderson6776]

Thanks for the inspiration team. I’m trying to think outside the box right now. It isn’t easy that’s for certain.

[@maureenmomof3]

You both are amazing. My asd son is 11. Single mom here. I am doing dash on the weekends while he is with his dad. You give me hope daily ❤️❤️❤️ single mom of 3 here. Thank you for all you do!!!

[@anniekolbe2]

❤❤❤❤ Love you guys! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@auntkimmmer]

Love the Mass family!!! Thank you for letting us into your lives. Much love and respect.

[@chelseypatterson9002]

My son is delayed and after family could no longer keep him due to their health reasons and daycare didn’t work since they don’t know how to deal with a delayed child, I’m staying home and he’s doing so much better. It’s hard financially, but it’s helping his development

[@Canadianbabe691]

being a gamer i tottally get that earring pain too Silla!! and i agree there should be headphones for people that can wear earrings and the headphones at the same time! but im starting to see that theres literally flat backs for earrings so the pointy part doesn't dig in your skin..they look neat!

[@patriciabowens8536]

I just love you all I've watched you all so much its like I'm part of your family now in heart . Abby is like a celebrity to me now she a Awesome young lady .I've learned so much about autism by watching you all . You all bring a smile to my face 😁 my husband had asked me why are you smiling at your phone I said because Abby & her family makes me do that . I don't want sound creepy but it's my wish meet you all one day . I would be crying in tears of happiness then . You all have bless weekend .

[@arabellasplace3823]

You all are so amazing, love you all so much.

[@lizidowns7789]

400k subs!!!! Love watching you guys grow!

[@tealady4]

Funny. We were just discussing which of us is going to be able to go to church for tomorrow. Our son's school is starting to work with us to try and make crowds not such an issue. So happy y'all both got to go to that event for Isaiah. And bring Abbie!

[@mattwoodard9457]

I get it My autistic daughter was not diagnosed unroll or put on medicine unroll she was eight and before diagnis and medicine I felt like running in circles and the school was always complain about her so those years were frustrating

[@violetschulz3663]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Asa🎂🎉🥂🎂🎈🎂🎈

[@melissacollard2721]

You guys are absolutely amazing!

[@zuritasworld]

We will definitely have to talk , my husband did the same thing to me. You talking sounds exactly like me and what I did. And it was a struggle but we are making it now and we are still doing our own business.

[@marybethcaldwell]

Oh im so happy. Yall loaded a new vlog early. I can watch while i get ready for the day. :-)

[@ivypearson5479]

I work for Shipt now! I'm a single mom and I do a few deliveries after my full time job and it pays for the babysitter! I love it!

[@arunratkaewthep6993]

Love your family big kiss from Thai land😘❤️

[@shannylurks]

Happy 400k subscribers!!!

[@aliciashanks5239]

Happy birthday Asa!

[@larrainewong]

Being radio station at home I didn't even through of that Asa keep doing your thing

[@PipenFalzy]

Just because it's social media doesn't mean you have to do all aspects of it.

[@lexi305]

From AM to PM! Clever af!

[@ameliazidek9807]

I love y’all always and forever ♾! And this video of course!❤️ happy late birthday ASA

[@lindabond8277]

Priscilla, you look amazing!! Love you guys❤

[@living_dead_pogo7174]

I took my daughter who is 6 years old and she is autistic, dmdd and adhd to her cousin's (my nephew) football game. She had a blast cheering him on and booing the other time this was a first for her. I also took her to the movie theaters and to rockin glow bowling which is night time bowling a lot of firsts this year for her and she loved it all. There have been other events I have had to take her and leave due to sensory overload and meltdowns. So I say autism is her superpower. Take one day at a time and keep moving forward. Dont be afraid to try new things. Live your best normal not what everyone else expects to be normal. I post about my daughters yes I have 3 daughters and our journey and adventures on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. But Instagram and Twitter are more about my youngest daughter. I truly appreciate everything you both do, if I wouldn't have found you I would be totally lost and not nowhere near where I am now with my daughter. She is in an autism support class at school, she gets ABA, ot, pt and speech therapy at school there are to paraprofessionals in her class along with the teacher. There are only 8 kids in the class. She goes 5 days a week all day. Tuesdays she goes to acrp to have a session with her concealer for an hour. I am however still on the waiting list for ABA for at home and a tss for her to have more one on one at school. But other then that everything is going fine. Happy birthday Isaiah and Asa I hope they were great and wonderful.

[@lissaw4]

What a great memory to have! That's amazing her school provides so much support, care and special needs. You are incredibly lucky and blessed to have those needs met. I hope one day soon that will be considered a "normal" option within schools instead of luck and blessed. Accessibility to those are far and few between at the moment in general, let alone within a school! I'm so happy to hear you have so much support and resources surrounding you ❤️

[@harperlee270]

Love the channle as a disabled person I love seeing other people’s lives with Disabilities

[@TheArmybrat12]

Me too. I have a laundry list of disabilities and health issues. And although I’m not autistic it’s still cool to see the family dynamic and how it resembled mine despite the difference of disabilities

[@jinajustine]

Cheers 2Ya

[@vanilla_lc3559]

I have cookie

[@TheArmybrat12]

GodlyBurritoMan XD what?

[@tracie9769]

@@TheArmybrat12 same here

[@amandamcdonald8199]

Hi from Newcastle uk love your family

[@demonsandlords]

17:10 awwwww he's so sweet

[@wombatty5104]

Pricilla and ASA you both are amazing Parents!

[@ellej2471]

I love your story. I'm so glad you guys are where you are today. 80 hours a week for 50k at the end of the year?!!? I get it too, that's a lot of money. Then there are certain people who make over 120k on less than 70 hour weeks. It's all about career choice.

[@angihickmancessna1539]

Happy Birthday Maass Squad!

[@silnavji]

Hello 👋 from Miami!! Lots of respect to you! What a great family!

[@danettehartsock6366]

When I was growing up, my brother played football. My mom always sent to his game's and had to take me with her. Unfortunately she missed quite a bit of his game's because I'm visually impaired and have urinary incontinence. So she had to make frequently take me to the bathroom. Priscilla I can see that y you have lost your chubby cheeks. You are doing so AMAZINGLY!!!!

[@EmperatrizNyhnaLaw]

11:20 I’m the exact same person. I love to work but the redundancy is just too much and boring and then not making enough money. Ugh. Not meant to work for others.

[@kellygoff3007]

Priscilla! You are beautiful! I love your videos so much. So much information.

[@Babalda99]

Though yall were gonna do asmr with those headphones and the mic and the soothing voice 😟 Wth Maverick looks just like my baby. She watches him on the tv and barks every time because I call him her baby brother

[@nancydavis7418]

Priscilla you look gorgeous. The dress you wore on Isaiah's birthday looked awesome on you!

[@eltwilli]

I'm so proud of both of you. I really am.

[@carleennewman7191]

Not only are you awesome parents but you raised 2 amazing kids.

[@amandamiller6387]

I totally agree with you Priscilla! I have to use ear buds. Don't they make some you could use for that? I'm not sure but I do see a lot of ASMR creators use them.

[@roxa188]

Enjoying the podcast keep them coming

[@amybraffet8635]

Love you guys so much! Love you “radio” voices when you do podcasts 😜

[@karlysaeks7718]

I really enjoy watching your vlogs and your family

[@darceyvolle4938]

I completely get that whole family business thing. My parents have owned a mechanic shop turning auto parts store. It is a lot of work and not a way to make easy money.

[@heatherbilly4223]

400K subscribers!! 🎈🏮🎉

[@Schenta]

hey Asa, can’t you put from am to pm in the title of the podcast videos 😊

[@christinemeyers-grimmenga2806]

Love your vlog. Watch you everyday. You guys make me happy!

[@rebeccagoodemote86]

You two are awesome parents

[@johnjdrozdjr6556]

Great podcast you both are amazing Abbie and Isaiah are lucky to have you both

[@theresawarchulski5339]

You are my fave couples, love watching you set up...🙋🏻‍♀️😃💜

[@Matthewjohnwilson]

I have a mic question, is your mic hiding the computer fan noise or are you canceling that out with something else? The audio is wonderful and I want to help a coworker fix his audio for videos we make for work. His audio you can hear the computers fan.

[@mindyvanhorn3199]

Priscilla, you are always and have always been cute and beautiful, no matter what! Asa, I admire your hands on Fathering! You are both doing a great job with your kids!

[@AbraSings]

Great podcast, as always. 🙂

[@rmjames83]

The vid/podcast of the year!!

[@endangfitriyani2329]

I love you guys, i watched your vlog everyday.. love from Indonesia ❣ come to Indonesia, we have a lot dunkin here 😁