Life update: family struggles, my mom, my baby brother, what’s been going on the past year…

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  • @madelinefagen24
    @madelinefagen24 Рік тому +203

    Your grandmother sounds like a saint! Sending her my best wishes

  • @nikkimunno2720
    @nikkimunno2720 Рік тому +147

    I’m 45 and have followed you for a long while now and have to say I truly admire you! You’re strong, courageous, smart, kind hearted and if you were my daughter I’d be so proud of you! You’ve experienced more at your age than a lot of ppl my age and you’re so graceful abt it. Grandma has done an incredible job too. ♥️🙏🏽

  • @carebear820205
    @carebear820205 Рік тому +53

    As a 40 year old mom myself who grew up in an abusive home. Thank you so much for fighting for your brother. You have been through so much! I hope your brother ends up with family thats not your mom.

  • @Nikitataylor2000
    @Nikitataylor2000 Рік тому +28

    as hard as it is i love to see people break the cycle with abusive and addiction, you and your grandma are amazing people and i pray this court case goes in the right direction and your little brother gets the home he deserves!

  • @woahitsxsophia
    @woahitsxsophia Рік тому +12

    I work in foster care and you’re right about the ICPC situation since you’re out of state, but you don’t need to be licensed for it! At 15 months the state has to decide if reunification or TPR is the plan. I’m not sure if you have access to your brothers guardian at litem, but I highly suggest you try to talk to them! They tend to have a lot more info than his state worker. Praying for you and your family Yasmyn!!!

  • @victoriaabigail2720
    @victoriaabigail2720 Рік тому +67

    I will be keeping your brother and your family in my prayers! 💖❤

  • @brendad940
    @brendad940 Рік тому +45

    First of all,praying your little brother ends up in the best possible home for him.I had a mom that was mentally ill and abused prescription meds and I only had one little sister to look out for. I can't imagine the difficulty if my mom had kept having kids. You are breaking the cycle Yasmyn and are such a wonderful mama and big sister. As a 58 year old I can imagine how proud your grandma is of you! At least she has one area of peace in her heart. I am so glad she is finally closer to you and farther away from the chaos. My Grandma raised me too and she was my best friend. I'm happy your Grandma has you and Logan to look out for her and happy you all have each other. It's so important for the littles too.Sending much love from Wilsonville Oregon

  • @daniross2820
    @daniross2820 Рік тому +11

    I'm 35 and also grew up in an abusive home where I took care of my younger siblings. You are doing an amazing job of being there for your siblings while also being the best momma to your girls. You may not always see it but things will get better. There's always a light at the end of the tunnel and your siblings are soo blessed to have you as their sister. Sending love and prayers from Toronto Canada

  • @sammarie36
    @sammarie36 Рік тому +13

    Your grandma is a saint sending her my best wishes. also I hope that you can see your brother again. and that you are able to find a solution for him. He deserves to be in a loving home with his blood relatives. I hope that you can see that he will be in a better place.

  • @leareyna6015
    @leareyna6015 Рік тому +16

    You’re doing an incredible job. Every single person in your life is lucky to know you and have you. I am praying that your brother is reunited with your family. Keep on being strong ❤

  • @katieboniface4669
    @katieboniface4669 Рік тому +3

    Your mother should be held financially and emotionally responsible for all of this, I’ve watched you for so long and it’s just so unfair what you’re going through. You, your grandmother , your little sisters, your little brother and daughters DESERVE better.

  • @camilaaguirreleon1557
    @camilaaguirreleon1557 Рік тому +16

    Your situation with your little brother hits home in a way, my mom isn't in the best situation either and last year she had a missed period and I prayed she wasn't pregnant. Its undescribable how much weight you feel carrying your parents responsibilities

  • @NicoleDarena
    @NicoleDarena Рік тому +5

    I think the mattress on the floor is a great idea for toddlers, especially when they are potty training it’s easier for them to get up and down and it honestly looks so cozy

  • @meganleonard2330
    @meganleonard2330 Рік тому +10

    So proud of you Yasmyn you have changed three generations of your family’s lives for the better you’re doing such an amazing job ❤

  • @Elennnnnaaaaa950
    @Elennnnnaaaaa950 Рік тому +6

    I use to work for the Maryland Office of the Public Defender for child welfare cases. If your relative does not already, I would highly suggest they hire private counsel & file a motion to intervene. You cannot trust that DSS will place him with family over a foster family (unfortunately)

  • @amay4203
    @amay4203 Рік тому +3

    You are the best possible advocate for him and I hope the judge sees that your relative is the right place for him long term. Be kind to yourself, you have to put your own family first so not taking him for now is the right thing, and he's taken care of. So good to see you leading a life your children can be proud of! ❤

  • @janetgiglio1305
    @janetgiglio1305 Рік тому +5

    I’m so happy your grandma and sisters got out of a toxic situation and that they are close to you!! ❤ praying for your baby brother.

  • @mariahpapaya838
    @mariahpapaya838 Рік тому +2

    I’m so happy that you get to experience having your and Logan’s family as your village :) it’s very full circle that your grandmother that raised you gets to see you be a great mother to your sweet girls

  • @Ross1984.
    @Ross1984. Рік тому +2

    You’re so strong. So is your grandma and your sisters and your little girls. A beautiful family overcoming the odds

  • @beckyz1393
    @beckyz1393 Рік тому +2

    Praying for the outcome for your brother is what God wants. Hopefully he gets to be with relatives that love him whomever that might be. God bless you and your family.❤🙏

  • @audreyarroyo2547
    @audreyarroyo2547 Рік тому +1

    You’re doing amazing in this situation you were put in! I hope he can be raised by family or still have strong connections and relationships to family if not! If the foster family adopts, you may still be able to take on the role of the big sister without having to be mom. The relationship could still be one that mirrors what your relationship with him would’ve been like if your mom or a relative was raising him! Praying for all of you ❤

  • @editsbytori
    @editsbytori Рік тому +5

    I really felt this. My dad fought with his brother for years who was abusing his mom in the same way as your mom to your grandma. Once all the court stuff got handled he ended up passing from an overdose. Addiction ruins lives. 💔

  • @stuff1784
    @stuff1784 10 місяців тому

    I’m so sorry your mom is like this. Gosh
    I’m so amazed that you’re doing so well and choosing to be BETTER!!!

  • @mokhiber1
    @mokhiber1 Рік тому +1

    Yasmyn stay positive and everything will work out. Keep your head up and stay strong. You and grandma are saints and your prayers will be answered. 😘❤️

  • @andreaallen7546
    @andreaallen7546 Рік тому +1

    I have followed you since Laela was little and I am in awe of your strength. You are such an amazing Woman and Mom. Sending love and prayers to all your family. Everything will work out the way it is supposed to❤

  • @emanuelaberaldo5272
    @emanuelaberaldo5272 Рік тому +5

    Oh sweetheart you have such a beautiful heart....God will listen to your prayers and mine

  • @carmenosorio2532
    @carmenosorio2532 Рік тому +2

    You are an amazing human being❤️ I love the love and respect you have for your grandmother. She truly is a saint. Hugs to all of you❤️

  • @Karen_Dasso
    @Karen_Dasso Рік тому

    You’re so right! You need to put up a fight to get your brother being cared for within family or yourself. And your grandma living next to you, with your sisters is such a big move ! I think you’ll have a good chance to get your brother back.

  • @Jersmen_Kay
    @Jersmen_Kay Рік тому +1

    Sending you thoughts and prayers for your family, especially your grandma and brother. No matter what, I know that you'll continue to be a driving force in his life and when he's older, he'll look back and realize just how much his family loves him and how hard they're fighting for him. Keep your head up!

  • @jennahlatham
    @jennahlatham Рік тому +1

    will definitely be keeping your baby brother in my prayers, and you and your family are in my prayers as well. i am sure this is extremely stressful

  • @kylies2948
    @kylies2948 Рік тому +4

    Ive been following since you had laela and both you and your grandma are such amazing people! Im praying for you guys. You havent been delt easy cards but I think you guys can pull it off and finally have peace!

  • @kathleenharrison5023
    @kathleenharrison5023 Рік тому

    You are beautiful inside and out! You are a wonderful mother, sister, and daughter that anyone would be proud to have in their family. Don’t forget how strong you are and how far you have come. Sending LOTS of love and prayers to you and your family. Take good care.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @carmenosorio2532
    @carmenosorio2532 Рік тому +2

    I am praying and will continue to pray that you may have your little brother with you🙏🏼❤️

  • @emmatacc_
    @emmatacc_ Рік тому +1

    girl, this is seriously INSANE. I’m so sorry that you’ve been dealing with all this crap for so long, and your poor grandma too :( she does deserve to enjoy her retirement with her grandkids; not to mention your poor little brother🥺his “mom” getting him all f’ed up cause she wasn’t mindful of her actions

  • @joanncastricum4267
    @joanncastricum4267 Рік тому +4

    Prayers for your baby brother.

  • @melodylira749
    @melodylira749 Рік тому +3

    I am praying for you and your little brother ❤️don’t worry girl we have your back

  • @oiwrjejf
    @oiwrjejf Рік тому +1

    I hope your little brother can finally be with family ❤

  • @hockey3boys
    @hockey3boys Рік тому +1

    I feel you with changing sheets on bunk beds!

  • @Maddy98019
    @Maddy98019 Рік тому +4

    Love you YASYMN!!!! Praying for you and your brother!!!!

  • @Ayashastube_
    @Ayashastube_ Рік тому +3

    prayers for you Yasmyn i am sorry you're parent isn't a good one i hope whatever happens for you're brother is the right thing.

  • @alihawkins8264
    @alihawkins8264 Рік тому +2

    I hope your brother get reunited with your family ❤

  • @GloriaTulwan
    @GloriaTulwan Рік тому +5

    Your hair always looks phenomenal !

  • @lizburch20
    @lizburch20 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for always keeping us updated, I hope the next court date brings good news ❤

  • @PeytonPatrick
    @PeytonPatrick Рік тому +1

    Currently going through a custody battle with my husband and my step son…it’s so rough, there is sooo much anxiety leading up to all the dates. Just praying the judge sees what we see

  • @ronibelle28
    @ronibelle28 Рік тому

    your grandma sounds like a beautiful soul. i can tell now where you get your kindness from.

  • @annegariepy3823
    @annegariepy3823 Рік тому +11

    I hope your brother will be adopt by you. You are a great mother ! 🙂❤️
    If you have the right to be his foster parent, do it, it will be the best for him. 🙂

  • @kelliannawebb5738
    @kelliannawebb5738 Рік тому +1

    Prayers. I am not sure what the law is in Maryland but in New York after 18 months the foster family has rights too. So this week is going to be a big date. Choices have to made if the family does want him so he doesn’t stay in foster care and get adopted there. I don’t want to be negative I just want to be sure you are doing your research. Your grandma being away for you mom is definitely the right thing. Hopefully the state will get moving on the interstate compact for your Aunt or you so that 18 month mark doesn’t hit. Hang in there you are wise beyond your years. You are doing all you can. Whatever happens it isn’t nor should it be on you. You have a beautiful family. He would be a nice addition. But take into consideration everything, his addiction being one of them. I am an adoptive parent of 5 boys so I get it. My heart breaks for you. Prayers for strength! Hugs.

  • @Carr081411
    @Carr081411 Рік тому

    Prayers for your little brother and for the Judge to make the best choice for him. Glad your grandmother can enjoy retirement a lot more now

  • @kaylahmiller9735
    @kaylahmiller9735 Рік тому +1

    Hi❤
    You are such a strong person, beautiful, great mommy and amazing big SIS for your siblings, prays to you and your family, that has to be so hard waiting, it was on my heart to say this , God is always always with you, in the unknown, In the bad and in the good, He will pull you through the this. His plan is way way better and beautiful then ours even when we can’t see it right away, yes, it’s so hard sometimes, but he knows what you can handle , he won’t give you what you can’t , He has you and your family. Gods timing, You got this!
    Reminder. Jesus loves you

  • @treiannaneal7314
    @treiannaneal7314 Рік тому

    Can i just say that I feel for you.. i have a similar background and upbringing. Everything works itself out 💖

  • @kenneditompkins3609
    @kenneditompkins3609 Рік тому +2

    Amazing Video! What a Beautiful Family I Love This Sweet and Beautiful Family Yasmyn your Stunning Logan Is adorable Laela Is pretty!!! Analia Is just drop dead gorgeous Baby Millie Is precious!!!!! I Love You Guys Very Very Much!!!!!!

  • @lauragodat7539
    @lauragodat7539 Рік тому

    Praying for the right outcome for your brother and peace for the whole family 🙏

  • @lauraleewilliams
    @lauraleewilliams Рік тому

    You have a sweet, kind heart that's filled with love.

  • @aprilkearby6963
    @aprilkearby6963 Рік тому +3

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family 💜💖😘 I wish you the best 😊😊😉

  • @gillianglynn5736
    @gillianglynn5736 Рік тому

    You are so strong. And have a gorgeous family xx

  • @LifeAsLexxi
    @LifeAsLexxi Рік тому +3

    It breaks my heart that your grandma was paying a mortgage for months when she wasn’t even staying there… mortgages are expensive. The fact that your mom just keeps taking advantage of her, I’m so glad she finally stopped letting her. Thanks to you.

  • @stephanieboncuk5201
    @stephanieboncuk5201 Рік тому

    I just want to commend you for changing you life and making yourself better. And keep loving your mom but you don’t have to be around her, just help your grandma especially with the girls. And try to keep in touch with your brother

  • @bfox5284
    @bfox5284 Рік тому

    Watching you with tears in your eye, makes me have tears in my eyes.
    I’m praying for y’all.
    I wish you could adopt me, lol.
    Your such a great person.
    You carry a lot of weight on your shoulders. I hope some of that gets taken off.
    Love ya beautiful ❤

  • @LifeWithBrez
    @LifeWithBrez Рік тому

    You’re amazing and beyond, to care for your baby brother and so much more. I hope you get to see him more often soon,.

  • @claire4897
    @claire4897 Рік тому

    The eviction/court process is soooo long. I had a similar situation with my family. I ended up getting a restraining order against my family member because that was a faster way to get her out. You're not alone.

  • @joykish7342
    @joykish7342 Рік тому +1

    I’m sorry you have to go through this. God will see you through.

  • @LucyTheValiant
    @LucyTheValiant Рік тому

    Anyway, I will definitely pray for your baby brother and your whole family to be united again ❤

  • @baileasfamily
    @baileasfamily Рік тому +1

    You lived in PG County!!?? I live in 10 mins south of the border of PG, I know you live in Deleware now but that’s so cool. Omg.

  • @chelseaputnam4456
    @chelseaputnam4456 Рік тому +1

    Praying🙏🏻❤️
    Much love and support from Auburn, New York ❤

  • @angiebluvspink
    @angiebluvspink Рік тому

    Sending all the prayers of love and support that your baby brother his reunited with family.

  • @alihawkins8264
    @alihawkins8264 Рік тому +1

    Also girl hustle with those sponsorships, do what you need to do to get yourself if a good financial situation so that the court is able to see you are more than capable of caring for him if that is what ends up needing to happen. While adopting a child though foster care is great, fostering is about reunification and he has family that is very willing and capable of looking after him. ❤

  • @mayzie2323
    @mayzie2323 Рік тому +4

    You are amazing. The burden your “mom” puts on your family is unforgivable. What a terrible legacy she is leaving for your family. You are the hero and have the strength and intelligence to make changes. Thank God the chaos will stop with you. I can’t wrap my head around how lucky she is to have

    • @mayzie2323
      @mayzie2323 Рік тому +2

      You and your sisters and baby brother. I understand addiction but shame on her for not getting help and staying in recovery. AlAnon is a very helpful community

  • @irishgirl81498
    @irishgirl81498 Рік тому

    Praying for your brother and your family ❤

  • @jogrimes2222
    @jogrimes2222 Рік тому +2

    commenting before i watch bc im early but todays a good day for your videos, hope everything is well

  • @internationalmatt1
    @internationalmatt1 Рік тому +5

    I subscribed so I can know how to pray for you and your family. I understand family problems having lived through things myself. I am proud of you for how you are coping with the whole thing and how you have overcome. Please do not respond to this just hope you have gotten help/counseling for everything you have been through. A few books that helped me are- Released From Shame by Sandra Wilson and The Soul of Shame by Curt Thompson.

  • @heathermartin8918
    @heathermartin8918 Рік тому

    Hang in there sweet girl!! You are doing great ♥️

  • @stephanieboncuk5201
    @stephanieboncuk5201 Рік тому

    I understand we’re your coming from I’m the oldest and I basically raised my brother, I don’t go around the family that much to to toxic, but right now I’m going to take care of my mom who is ready to go home from the nursing home and die in her own surroundings.

  • @britttorney1621
    @britttorney1621 Рік тому

    I took in my great nephew and my niece did the same thing where she picked him to be in the foster system over being with me… he went up for adoption and sadly I had to pass on taking him… I’m a widow and I have a 3 year old and full time career… plus having so much hard in my family.. my mental health couldn’t handle it all… I am so heartbroken that I couldn’t do it…

  • @edwardleecaliforniausa
    @edwardleecaliforniausa Рік тому +1

    Hi Yasmine good morning happy Thursday morning and I hope you having amazing day today and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you

  • @kenneditompkins3609
    @kenneditompkins3609 Рік тому +3

    Ya'll should meet Kaylie Mason Kinsley Aria and Baby Isla from Varney Fam that would be Dope!!!!!!

  • @oliviachiappetta5658
    @oliviachiappetta5658 Рік тому +2

    Love you Yasmyn!!

  • @kaymaheu295
    @kaymaheu295 Рік тому

    Keep us updated with the baby please ❤❤❤❤

  • @victoriawooten5055
    @victoriawooten5055 Рік тому

    I went to college in College Park and had to go to court because my landlord wouldn’t fix issues in our house. Prince George’s County is the worst county to deal with for court😅 everything takes so much longer!

  • @amys5669
    @amys5669 Рік тому

    This is Maryland sigh...98% sure they will extend the court 6 more months and won't motion to change to termination of parental rights. They give parents soooo many chances and the minute they do one thing...extend it. She has a house contract - oh extend it...she's getting stable housing...sigh. Never mind if she did anything else in the case plan. Meanwhile brother bonds more with foster family and not who he hopefully will be with long term. If no one has done the ICPC- they should start now. Anyone interested in taking him even if that includes getting licensed for foster care. Typically, have to foster 6 months before you adopt (they want to make sure it's a good fit for all) but with courts backed up adoption can take longer. It can take several months to get licensed for foster care so hope everyone is working on that.

  • @kchristine7064
    @kchristine7064 Рік тому

    You need beddy’s bedding! SO good for bunk beds and SO cute

  • @pink.samurai4307
    @pink.samurai4307 Рік тому

    pg county definitely stressful i plan on moving soon 🥲🖤

  • @StephenSmith111
    @StephenSmith111 Рік тому +1

    You have a beautiful soul.

  • @KatTheTruth
    @KatTheTruth Рік тому

    Millie is your twin!!!! You finally got a mini me! Lol.

  • @zadieellie
    @zadieellie Рік тому +1

    Love u! I haven’t watched yet but I hope everything is good 😊

  • @emmarose317
    @emmarose317 Рік тому

    There is also a duper for both the Paula’s choice and snail mucin by peach slices

  • @monika4148
    @monika4148 Рік тому

    Aquamarine was my favorite movie as a kid

  • @nocia5304
    @nocia5304 Рік тому +1

    After hearing this update I just really hope that your mom being able to purchase a house for herself doesn’t extend your brothers foster stay because I have a feeling that a judge would see home ownership as a step in the right direction for your mom to get your brother back and she clearly shouldn’t get him back.
    Your grandma honestly should’ve just kept the original court date and let your mom be evicted. I doubt a judge would take kindly to that.

  • @PattyJonas
    @PattyJonas Рік тому

    I hope your bro gets to live with you so he has siblings and love

  • @jolynnmarie2321
    @jolynnmarie2321 Рік тому

    Praying for your family

  • @user-jk1zk8sd7g
    @user-jk1zk8sd7g Рік тому

    gonna pray for u & your family

  • @vg7735
    @vg7735 Рік тому

    I hope the court allows you or your relative to adopt your brother. It would be silly for him to be with strangers and miss out on growing up with his siblings, nieces, Gran and other family.

  • @paigehorton2985
    @paigehorton2985 Рік тому

    Please adopt your brother he Needs to stay w family n siblings.

  • @Canuckgirl152
    @Canuckgirl152 Рік тому +4

    Sending prayers hope everything works out for you and ur family !

  • @Lovecoloring1993
    @Lovecoloring1993 Рік тому +1

    Prayers

  • @olgav4836
    @olgav4836 Рік тому +4

    Get beddies!!!! For the bunk beds

    • @YasmynSwitzer
      @YasmynSwitzer  Рік тому +4

      I’ve thought about it! Def will if we get them in the future

    • @laureljones3595
      @laureljones3595 Рік тому +1

      I’ve seen them sponsor other UA-camrs, perhaps they would sponsor you ☺️

  • @ariisaadoraa4321
    @ariisaadoraa4321 Рік тому +1

    How many rolls of wall paper did you need for the girls room??!

  • @erinelizabeth4012
    @erinelizabeth4012 Рік тому

    You pain is raw and real, praying for you all🙏

  • @alistairrae9807
    @alistairrae9807 Рік тому +4

    I am so so sorry that your mom is a terrible person I hope you or your family member are able to get your brother sad thing is child services rarely have the kids best interest at heart you see it often know a days I hope this is not one of those times

    • @Canuckgirl152
      @Canuckgirl152 Рік тому +3

      I don't know if I would say her mother is a terrible person , but more that the drugs she is on controls her life and wished there was more to help addicts get clean and stay clean. this is a disease and its terrible ! But what do I know lol

    • @jessicabell5946
      @jessicabell5946 Рік тому +4

      I don't think she's a horrible person she just needs to find the strength and keep praying and don't give up anyone can change

    • @alistairrae9807
      @alistairrae9807 Рік тому

      You are possibly right that she is not a terrible person but she is choosing drugs constantly over her kids she is in my opinion a dangerous to be around her daughters and son and granddaughters but hey maybe she can change one day but by then will the damage already be done

    • @Canuckgirl152
      @Canuckgirl152 Рік тому +2

      @@alistairrae9807 I never said she should be around her kids . I was saying a lot of good people have turned their life to drugs its a disease it doesn't make her a terrible person I hope she gets the help she needs . some do change others don't they keep going until they OD , The damage has already been done with the older kids but here is praying for the family !

  • @kaelaaminch
    @kaelaaminch Рік тому

    Where do you get the wallpaper in both the girl’s rooms? I love both!

  • @oliviaclark4269
    @oliviaclark4269 Рік тому

    prayers ❤❤❤❤