Yeh my Dad was never interested in us and he recently died aged 78. I felt sorry for him loosing his life but as a father figure it didn't have much impact. The Dad here is amazing.
A dad who’s dumb enough to put his kids in high risk situations? No life jackets for an overnight stay in a tinny, what an absolute MORON. What could possibly go wrong 🤔
@lana lake Awwww thank you that's really kind of you. I have my own children now and they're grown up but they'll always be my world. I'd hoped my father would of tried to be a good grandfather as if he'd been given a second chance but he was just as bad at that. I look back now with irony and exasperation. I did learn a lot about myself throughout this process so I think something good did come from the life lesson. You've always got to keep your chin up and don't let others grind you down. 😁💜
@@siantelove it was an extreme situation....I think if your child is dying in your arms, you feel the life leaving his body, you are tired, losing all hope, you would not probably want to let go and just want to stay with your child.... I guess it would be different under different circumstances but I felt in this situation I understood this man and could identify with what he was saying.... Do you have a child?
@@aquariusmarika totally agree with you. I don't have a child but if I did and they died In my arms lost at sea like that, I can see myself going with the child. Looks like he's an only child too? I imagine that would make you more likely to make the choice to hang onto your only child and die with them. If you had 2/3/4+ kids would the will to survive for they're sake change anything?
@@siantelove what are you talking about? How is it unhealthy? When you have children they are your everything & being put in that kind of desperate situation must be horrible! If you don't have that kind of love for your child then your kind of love is what's unhealthy!!🙄
@@aquariusmarika I understood. My children are my life and they're adults now. Holding your small child under such circumstances must be horrifically devistating. The Dad would loose the will to live.
My 2 beautiful kids are my world my son was the only child my husband n I gave him lots of love from us I just wanted one child cuz my son has ADHD he needed lots help so my son is pride joy my king my rock n if something would of happened to him I'll go with him too then 10 years later my daughter who is 4 years old she has Autism n that's why I am still living cuz of them. Their my battery/my 2 heart to live/my eyes to them grow up but the most important is they are world without them I don't wat can happen if I don't have them
there aren’t enough comments about this sweet friend. He took the brunt of the massive waves ,, he brought his phone, he was going to tie his jumper around the friends so they wouldn’t be gone forever, he was gonna tie the buckets to them🥺 this man is the sweetest
That's not true, I don't have kids, but hearing that I was immediately overcame with emotion. I have a brother that's ten years younger than me who looked a little like Julian when he was that age, & he loved to fish. When I was in highschool he was 5 to 7 years old I would pick him up after school & we would fish a few times a week. So when I heard that I teared up just thinking about how much I love my baby brother more than anything in the world, I can relate to the love he has for that child completely!
My sister just had a daughter and since I cant have kids I love her with all my hear shes my world even though shes not my child if anyone bullies her they will deal with me before her parents and when she cries I cry I love her so much
Big props to the big guy that purposely took the brunt of the big waves in order to give father and son a fighting chance of surviving. You’re also a hero mate, true blue! 🇦🇺
yes when said he let the waves hit him, that was the moment I realized what a good friend he is! saved that boy's life for sure! kept him from swallowing more water...
He wasn’t scare because he knew daddy was there holding him tight.Does how we feel when our heavenly Father holds us tight. We don’t fear, cuz daddy is there.
I hate when the comment section is copied in different words over and over. A person doesnt need to have kids to understand what the father was going through smh
WOW,OMG!!!!!! This was so scary for them I'm sure!!!!! I'm so glad they where able to stay a float on buckets, ALIVE until HELP ARRIVED!!! These are EXTREMELY EXTRAORDINARY men and a AMAZINGLY EXTRAORDINARY little Julian!!!! Thank GOD they where rescued!!!!! They came out ALRIGHT ALIVE!!!!!
He wasn’t scare because he knew daddy was there holding him tight.Does how we feel when our heavenly Father holds us tight. We don’t fear, cuz daddy is there.
Yes the interviewer was fantastic with the little boy and more concerned about his happiness than the interview. That is why it turned out to be a brilliant interview and so naturally and authentic, well done to him! and you for noticing this good luck from Ireland.
Thank goodness they were all fine in the end. No more sleeping overnight on boats eh. I like this reporter/interviewer, he interacts well with children.
Yukie From Oz He interacts well with difficult adults too! I have seen a video of him interviewing Mary Kay Laternaeu if I’m not mistaken; such a gracious and unpretentious human being!
That kid is gorgeous. What a little character! I can only imagine how his dad felt holding him up as he deteriorated over those horrible hours. I’m so glad they were all ok in the end by some absolute miracle.
@@StarAnnasDream e.m.e was quoting Julian. But anyway, I have swam with sharks many times and nothing happens. Getting attacked by a shark is less likely than getting struck by lightning. They are ambush predators, so the only shark to worry about is the one you don't see.
Stephen also did a wonderful job. He also kept his head tried to take the big waves. He also made contact for help, without that phone call things could have been so different. Dad did an amazing job of holding onto his son. Well done. Xx
@@stephenjeacocke1530 I know this comment is coming in a few years after you wrote this, but on the off chance you see it…I was so impressed with you throughout this story. The way you kept calm and stayed focused on what you could do to help this father in such a terrifying situation is absolutely remarkable! You seem like a very genuine and good-hearted person. Wishing you all the best in life!
What a cute little bugger !! Amazing face and more amazing smile!! His dad is right! One of these smiles can make you forget all your worries!! This child is really BLESSED !!
I’m not crying, my eyes are just watering, hard. Ok, I’m crying. 🙃 I’m a 28 year old man and I’m cool with admitting that. I don’t have children of my own yet. But I’m the proud uncle to a beautiful 5 year old Girl. I’ve essentially raised her from birth. We couldn’t be any closer if she was my own daughter. This story hit me right in the fucking feels man. It hurts to even IMAGINE enduring something similar. Same as this awesome dad, I know she would be my sole focus too. Let this be a reminder to not take a day, hour, minute, for granted. Life is TOO short y’all, we’re only here for such a short amount of time. And we’re ALL BLESSED to be given another day. Sure, some are more blessed than others, but at the end of the day if you’re reading this you’re more blessed than SO many that don’t even have access to the internet and don’t forget that. Some people are trying to go to bed right now on an empty stomach, not water, being abused, ect. There’s always somebody that has it worse than you. Do NOT let ANYTHING or ANYBODY prevent you from living your OWN BEST LIFE!!! And if there is than break away from whatever it is as soon as you can. I want nothing but the best for everybody and wish you all TRUE HAPPINESS, ALL LOVE!! ✌🏻 Edit: sorry for the long winded comment but this story hit different!
It sounds like you're an amazing father to your niece, being a Dad is more then being the sperm donor, it's everything that comes after that makes you a Dad. Love and caring is so important.
My Heart melt when the father said, when he goes i go with him am not letting go of him, he his the reason i woke up every morning to work, God bless this man he his indeed a great father.
Please do not comment these types of comments since you will receive hate comments! Keep any religious comments to yourself! Comments like these will be hated on! You should be actually thanking the rescue team! They put all their effort into saving them! All the praise goes to the rescue team! The rescue team’s skill and hope helped them rescue them! Please show some praise to them as they deserve it!!! I hope I didn’t offend you! I’m just trying to help!!!!
@Christine K. Just to run in some salt, let's talk about the pious followers of your religion, known as priests let us thank god for accepting the prayers of such followers, followers whom have scarred countless youths who followed them, and these poor youths, whom must have begged for gods mercy only to recieve the unwanted love from their priests and nuns. THANK YOU GOD WE LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH. Now I'm going to go back to finishing my prayers to satan so at least I recieve goodwill from him when I inevitably die
Priests nuns are not part of the New Testament they were positions created by Catholicism for power.. it’s not Biblical. Jesus is our High Priest and all believing Christians are the Royal Priesthood
Qkiiyo you need help , don’t say not to give praise to our god and try not to offend someone you offended me so next time just don’t type your opinion dude
I am not a father myself but a very proud uncle and great uncle and as such would like to commend the other guy in this story for reminding us of the human capacity to empathise. It goes without saying that I also give kudos to this amazing father and his equally amazing kid
Yes, sometimes you get so excited in the moment but at sea anything can happen. Better safe than sorry. Life jackets and other things like these buckets that can float and all that. Awesome you take your boys out we need more dads getting involved hands on like you.
As a father I cant imagine how he felt the whole entire time. I would've done exactly the same thing if I was in his situation. I always say my kids are my strength but the same time they are my weakness.
Analisa Struck lol but he did nothing to save them! The rescue team were the ones who saved them with their skill and determination!!! They deserve all the praise!!! 😊 I hope I didn’t offend anyone
What an absolute nightmare, your sleeping on a boat with your son and friend and wake up to it sinking within minutes. That’s terrifying, I don’t think I’d make it if this happened to me.
Amazing what you would do if it happed to you to stay alive. And fight. Is a natural human thing it kicks In. 6 hrs a lot of things go thru your mind. Lots of different scenario come to mind
That little boy has his father, and his "other" guardian Stephen (bless you Stephen) to count on. All the praises they made it. But seriously, without Stephen, I don't think we would be watching this.
Emma B thank you as neither them 2 were good swimmers at all. I gave up the first bucket I found to them k owing I could just float then other bucket popped up right in front of me again was so unbelievable to see it coming up with head torch I had on big white glow slowly riseing from the depths below
@@stephenjeacocke1530 AMAZING. Thank you for keeping your head and thinking of trying the cell phone!! I would have just written it off as not working but you didn't. You're as much of a hero as the rescuers! Well done sir!
Same here too I’m frighten of deep water I would have anxiety attack n fall into the deep water his so brave god works he save them by giving them the bucket amen 🙏
Which one of them? Is it greedy I want all 3 as friends lol! What a great story! The kid is going to be some man one day, great parents, and the friend superb, all of them!
23:04 This interviewer is so amazing with children, if he dosen't have any kids...he should. He would be a great father like the Dad he's interviewing. 💖💓
This little guy is just amazing. His huge smile he does especially when he’s telling parts of the story and giggles, makes you laugh, you couldn’t be sad with seeing that face! Well done to all of them for keeping each other alive I hope your all well today
Thank you lord they survive. I’m happy to see the young man smiling while in the interview. I’m so proud to his dad and family’s friend. Indeed they do have a good heart that’s why GOD guide them and help them. Watching here from Philippines.
I fear the ocean, I can't go in the water without someone going with me, a lot of things come into mind when I'm in the water. Is so scary and this made it worse.
My family is always like "Let's go to Tennessee and go in the lake" while they clearly forget that I am terrified of deep water if its clear water I'm fine to go in it if its murky water...no just no
The family is so beautiful, the dad is heroic, the son is super brave, the friend shouldn’t be call friend cuz he deserved to be part of their family. The little boy is very sensible, intelligent, & thoughtful, protect him and their family at all cost. They are so precious ✨🙌🏼
The love that Dad has for his son brought me to tears.. that boy is a strong little guy with a attitude without fear, so strong, God is great & miracles still happen!
Alibo Achumi Yes, and their caring friend who is not a good swimmer, taking the impact of the waves, to protect the loving father holding on to his little son.
And the look on the friend face as he was describing maybe losing the son and dad broke my heart in two.... so much emotion and pain.... bless that man and all three!!!!
Not any sea god but God the creator of all things who promises to watch over His creations. "For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways" Psalm 91:11
That boy has truly got to be the bravest, luckiest boy in the world right now, the love between the boy and his dad is strong,and that love is what kept them strong, god bless this family and the friend too!!!
Julian reminds me of my nephew his age. So full of life and joy in his eyes when talking to people or telling a story. I'm so glad they all survived!🙏🤗
What an amazing story! I am so glad they all were rescued and the little guy is alright! Wow, poor parents nightmare turned to happiness. What a strong young boy!
Judy A. Shroads life jackets were on the boat in a easy to get to spot or float out of boat if such needed. Not wearing them actually save maike and Jillian as the jacket would of held them in the boat as it sunk. Boat went that quick and perpendicular every thing got caught under boats awning. Police returned all safety gear from boat when divers went down 3 weeks later
"Hes the reason why i live, the reason why i breath" that quote made me teary eyed. I am a mother and love my son with everything i am. I didn't know true love until i gave birth to my son. Being a parent is the most beautiful thing you go through in life. Hard, but beautiful. And that best friend is so amazing👏👏👏
Every child should have a dad like that.
Yeh my Dad was never interested in us and he recently died aged 78. I felt sorry for him loosing his life but as a father figure it didn't have much impact. The Dad here is amazing.
Agreed. I wish my kids had this kind of dad in their life
A dad who’s dumb enough to put his kids in high risk situations? No life jackets for an overnight stay in a tinny, what an absolute MORON. What could possibly go wrong 🤔
I wish i have boat and take my little son to fishing. Do you have children?
@lana lake Awwww thank you that's really kind of you. I have my own children now and they're grown up but they'll always be my world. I'd hoped my father would of tried to be a good grandfather as if he'd been given a second chance but he was just as bad at that. I look back now with irony and exasperation. I did learn a lot about myself throughout this process so I think something good did come from the life lesson. You've always got to keep your chin up and don't let others grind you down. 😁💜
when the dad describes the love he has for his son.......
@@siantelove it was an extreme situation....I think if your child is dying in your arms, you feel the life leaving his body, you are tired, losing all hope, you would not probably want to let go and just want to stay with your child.... I guess it would be different under different circumstances but I felt in this situation I understood this man and could identify with what he was saying.... Do you have a child?
@@aquariusmarika totally agree with you. I don't have a child but if I did and they died In my arms lost at sea like that, I can see myself going with the child. Looks like he's an only child too? I imagine that would make you more likely to make the choice to hang onto your only child and die with them. If you had 2/3/4+ kids would the will to survive for they're sake change anything?
@@siantelove how is it an unhealthy description of love?
@@siantelove what are you talking about? How is it unhealthy? When you have children they are your everything & being put in that kind of desperate situation must be horrible! If you don't have that kind of love for your child then your kind of love is what's unhealthy!!🙄
@@aquariusmarika I understood. My children are my life and they're adults now. Holding your small child under such circumstances must be horrifically devistating. The Dad would loose the will to live.
“ He’s the reason why I live, the reason why I breathe.” I know dad, my kids are my life. ❤️
My 2 beautiful kids are my world my son was the only child my husband n I gave him lots of love from us I just wanted one child cuz my son has ADHD he needed lots help so my son is pride joy my king my rock n if something would of happened to him I'll go with him too then 10 years later my daughter who is 4 years old she has Autism n that's why I am still living cuz of them. Their my battery/my 2 heart to live/my eyes to them grow up but the most important is they are world without them I don't wat can happen if I don't have them
there aren’t enough comments about this sweet friend. He took the brunt of the massive waves ,, he brought his phone, he was going to tie his jumper around the friends so they wouldn’t be gone forever, he was gonna tie the buckets to them🥺 this man is the sweetest
Yes i was ganna say that. Very true friend.
I 100% agree❤️🙏
Amen 🙏
I was thinking the same thing. They're all amazing. But this friend, Steven. What a hero!
Rae V.M I agree! What a hero!
When he said" if he goes, I go" , only a parent could truly undersrand how this feels...
I am not yet a parent but I felt him. I cried. 😅
That's not true, I don't have kids, but hearing that I was immediately overcame with emotion. I have a brother that's ten years younger than me who looked a little like Julian when he was that age, & he loved to fish. When I was in highschool he was 5 to 7 years old I would pick him up after school & we would fish a few times a week.
So when I heard that I teared up just thinking about how much I love my baby brother more than anything in the world, I can relate to the love he has for that child completely!
I cried.
You just copiedThe comment above yours
My sister just had a daughter and since I cant have kids I love her with all my hear shes my world even though shes not my child if anyone bullies her they will deal with me before her parents and when she cries I cry I love her so much
THE FRIEND IS A HERO !! He did so many things for the child and his friend ! Not even thinking about himself 🤍🤍 HEs a HERO !! God bless him 🤍🙏
Absolutely. Much is made of the child and dad, rightly, but how blessed to have one friend like that in a lifetime.
Thank you 😊
Big props to the big guy that purposely took the brunt of the big waves in order to give father and son a fighting chance of surviving. You’re also a hero mate, true blue! 🇦🇺
I agree 💯%, definetly a hero!
He is a hero♡
I was exact at that moment when he told this being a wall and at that moment i read ur comment!!
☆☆☆☆☆☆☆♡♡♡♡♡♡♡ O-O
Lost at sea story after story those with some blubber survive longer.
This father is the definition of pure love for his child ! And his friend is the definition of a true friend ! An amazing story!
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Absolutely...
What an incredible love...🙏🙏❤
DID HE DIE
yes when said he let the waves hit him, that was the moment I realized what a good friend he is! saved that boy's life for sure! kept him from swallowing more water...
dad's love is amazing but we don't talk enough about his FRIEND's love and courage 😭
Wei Wei their friend was amazing 😁
Yesss
Indeed 👍
“If he goes, I go.” It brings so much tears to my eyes. There’s so much love for his son.
ETHAN TAN exactly
I know them
I had tears.
What a dad
And amazing son
And a brave friend
Good show all round
Amen everyone talks about a mother's love but my a father love for his son is unbreakable. I would do anything for my sons anything 🙏🤲
What a friend, what a dad, what a boy, thank God for saving them.
So if they weren’t saved then there is no God?
Leave your “God” out of shit. He doesn’t save anyone. He’s a fake. NOT REAL.
God is fake bro
It’s a lesson for them. But God let the bucket’s float to save them. Thank God for aaving them
@@deathnote9699 God didn't do anything, buckets float in water
Bitter! Burn in hell for those who don’t believe in God.
"the reason why I live, the reason why I breath...the reason I do anything in life..." my respect to that father
I sobbed when he said he’s going with him. I have a 13 yr old son and I would do the same. I can’t go on my life without him.
♥️♥️♥️
you might want other reasons to live kids grow up and leave
@@DavidGilesColorado you must not have kids because kids growing up and moving out is not even comparable to losing them.
Chantell j you are correct
Chantell j I have 2 fully grown and productive kids. Daughter 32 Son 35. I have zero reference with respect losing a kid I cannot imagine
Julian was a living angel, his dad is a hero, their friend is a hero, those rescuers were heroes. THEY'RE ALL HEROES. BLESS ALL OF THEM.💜
I am a hero too :D :D :D
He is a living miracle
@@zunghsi armys are everywhere 💜
Hey I'm from the future. I'm here to let you know our babies won 8 awards last night
@@LexieBears ah yes. I’ll wait 8 years to see that then.
He wasn’t scare because he knew daddy was there holding him tight.Does how we feel when our heavenly Father holds us tight. We don’t fear, cuz daddy is there.
lol
@@Checkurgirlshedownbad what's so funny?.
Hot chocolate nothing about the video is funny if that’s what u think I’m laughing at 😐
Did you just refer to the heavenly father as 'daddy'?
Yesssssssssssss 🙌
In a way, both dad and son saved each other and the sweet friend as their guardian angel
Love the way you interviewed the little bugger. Your human side shows and it's wonderful to see
That’s EXACTLY what I was going to type but you took the words right out of my thumbs 😊
I know them
"if he goes, I go"
-parenthood
That was my same thought, I would do the same for my children. That is why I will never understands why some parents take their kids lives, how!
I hate when the comment section is copied in different words over and over. A person doesnt need to have kids to understand what the father was going through smh
@@peekaboo_9698 yes, yes they do. You can not comprehend it even if you think you can until you have a child. You just can’t.
Don't we feel, if someone hurt our children, or our country
“A shark won’t eat you...” he’s so cute, glad they’re all okay.
“What do you say when someone asks you what happened at school?”
“I tell them to look at the news” 😂😂😂 bruh
Preet Deol Had me cracking up
Whole mood 😂✌
This kid is a freaking legend 😂
WOW,OMG!!!!!! This was so scary for them I'm sure!!!!! I'm so glad they where able to stay a float on buckets, ALIVE until HELP ARRIVED!!! These are EXTREMELY EXTRAORDINARY men and a AMAZINGLY EXTRAORDINARY little Julian!!!! Thank GOD they where rescued!!!!! They came out ALRIGHT ALIVE!!!!!
😂😂😂
That boy is so well spoken. He’s really good at expressing himself and his feelings. He has a great future ahead of him.
He is a hilarious little dude and has quite a personality for his age dont he.
Why am i crying when the dad said if his son go he's gonna go with him
Because we witnessed unconditional love and we can relate to it somehow like we probably do the same if it was us in the ocean with our child.
@@alma2502 ur rite cuz if it was my child i would've reacted the same way
I felt that 100%...I said the same thing to my brother about my mother after her accident.
So did I
Crying.
I'm crying.
Thanks to you Beautiful GOD
This world needs more DADS like Julian's dad.
He wasn’t scare because he knew daddy was there holding him tight.Does how we feel when our heavenly Father holds us tight. We don’t fear, cuz daddy is there.
And the world also needs a true friend like the mate....
And more MOTHERS who would do the same :D
His friend brought so many tears to my eyes!😭 bro you are so genuine! Not many of us can fine a true friend like you!😕
Thanks 😊
@@stephenjeacocke1530 you are awesome (: everyone needs a friend like you!
The interviewer was so sweet with the little boy 😭😭❤️❤️
Yes the interviewer was fantastic with the little boy and more concerned about his happiness than the interview. That is why it turned out to be a brilliant interview and so naturally and authentic, well done to him! and you for noticing this good luck from Ireland.
He was indeed sweet.
Thank goodness they were all fine in the end. No more sleeping overnight on boats eh. I like this reporter/interviewer, he interacts well with children.
Yukie From Oz He interacts well with difficult adults too! I have seen a video of him interviewing Mary Kay Laternaeu if I’m not mistaken; such a gracious and unpretentious human being!
I know them and the first thing the boy said when he woke up was when are we going fishing again
Al Wa I mean you don’t wanna go on a boat thinking you may drown anyway
That kid is gorgeous. What a little character! I can only imagine how his dad felt holding him up as he deteriorated over those horrible hours. I’m so glad they were all ok in the end by some absolute miracle.
Definitely the grace of God. 💝
“A shark won’t eat you, EVERYBODY SAYS THIS it’s not even true😒” he is so cute 😂
e.m.e13G 11111 Would you like to get into a school of sharks and see?
Star Anna yes plz
@@StarAnnasDream e.m.e was quoting Julian.
But anyway, I have swam with sharks many times and nothing happens. Getting attacked by a shark is less likely than getting struck by lightning. They are ambush predators, so the only shark to worry about is the one you don't see.
Chewbecca101 facts
And at 12:41 is the most annoyed "yessss" I've ever heard in my life
Wrong question :"how do you get so brave when you are so young?" the truth is, as we age we lose our courage.
3 as1 yes for sure in my case
3 as1: one of the most beautiful quotations in the world! Thank the Almighty God for your knowledge. Remain bless forever🙏😁👏💕✌
Facts
When we are young we don't know fear.
When this kid grows up and hears his dad say the things he said. Maannn, thats going to be tough.
Sameen Choudhry the kid died...
What?? When how why???
iixEvacadosxii he’s still alive ...
Same thing I was thinking! And the son is going to grow up to be a EXCELLENT FATHER! Due to his father. I'm so happy for him!!!! 💖🙌💜
Evacado uhh did you not see the kid talking throughout the interview...:
That little boys personality has a personality lol
Corena Garoutte yeeeeeeeeeah
Lol! Sure does!💕
666 likes I'm removing this curse BEGONE CURSE
Right!😂😂😂
This little boy is different. He will be a blessing for many people.
BOT Terminator I agree. He has a great big personality doesn't he?!
Stephen also did a wonderful job. He also kept his head tried to take the big waves. He also made contact for help, without that phone call things could have been so different. Dad did an amazing job of holding onto his son. Well done. Xx
Thanks means so much to hear it from other people at the time it was nothing now later I really see what others think 🥰
@@stephenjeacocke1530 I know this comment is coming in a few years after you wrote this, but on the off chance you see it…I was so impressed with you throughout this story. The way you kept calm and stayed focused on what you could do to help this father in such a terrifying situation is absolutely remarkable! You seem like a very genuine and good-hearted person. Wishing you all the best in life!
The love of a father is unconditional ❤️
Nimpa Nardo
The love of such a truly caring father. Yes indeed.
Oh that all children would have such beautiful loving adults in their life.
as any parents should be x
What a cute little bugger !! Amazing face and more amazing smile!!
His dad is right! One of these smiles can make you forget all your worries!!
This child is really BLESSED !!
When he spoke about not being able to live without his son I started crying. Every parents nightmare is to ever imagine not having their child
Awww; I do believe that children are a gift from God!! Their soul is so pure and full of love; thank you God for protecting him!!!
AMEN!
Amen
Wish souls existed then we would know how much are family is suffering after they die
Dad's expression, son's smile and the lines "if he stops breathing I would let go of the bucket" I swear i cried. God saves. Thank god.
I’m not crying, my eyes are just watering, hard. Ok, I’m crying. 🙃 I’m a 28 year old man and I’m cool with admitting that. I don’t have children of my own yet. But I’m the proud uncle to a beautiful 5 year old Girl. I’ve essentially raised her from birth. We couldn’t be any closer if she was my own daughter. This story hit me right in the fucking feels man. It hurts to even IMAGINE enduring something similar. Same as this awesome dad, I know she would be my sole focus too. Let this be a reminder to not take a day, hour, minute, for granted. Life is TOO short y’all, we’re only here for such a short amount of time. And we’re ALL BLESSED to be given another day. Sure, some are more blessed than others, but at the end of the day if you’re reading this you’re more blessed than SO many that don’t even have access to the internet and don’t forget that. Some people are trying to go to bed right now on an empty stomach, not water, being abused, ect. There’s always somebody that has it worse than you. Do NOT let ANYTHING or ANYBODY prevent you from living your OWN BEST LIFE!!! And if there is than break away from whatever it is as soon as you can. I want nothing but the best for everybody and wish you all TRUE HAPPINESS, ALL LOVE!! ✌🏻
Edit: sorry for the long winded comment but this story hit different!
You'll make a wonderful father one day.
I'm sending love and warmth to your beautiful niece and family ❤️
It sounds like you're an amazing father to your niece, being a Dad is more then being the sperm donor, it's everything that comes after that makes you a Dad. Love and caring is so important.
@@neatznotso7424 love this comment, so true
@@clairejohnston2122 thanks :)
Beautiful words ❤️ will will make a great daddy one day and your niece is lucky to have you. 🙏
I'm so happy Julian survived without any harm ❤️
Me, too! What a miracle!
That little boy is an old soul 😭
exactly what I said x
Teena Davis I just commented the exact same thing!
My Heart melt when the father said, when he goes i go with him am not letting go of him, he his the reason i woke up every morning to work, God bless this man he his indeed a great father.
I love the reporter for this story. He’s so real. He shows emotion and compassion. This story warmed my heart. Thanks for sharing
Thank u Jesus for those buckets and Julian's wonderful and full recovery.
I know him and we call him guilly
Please do not comment these types of comments since you will receive hate comments! Keep any religious comments to yourself! Comments like these will be hated on!
You should be actually thanking the rescue team! They put all their effort into saving them! All the praise goes to the rescue team! The rescue team’s skill and hope helped them rescue them! Please show some praise to them as they deserve it!!! I hope I didn’t offend you! I’m just trying to help!!!!
@Christine K. Just to run in some salt, let's talk about the pious followers of your religion, known as priests let us thank god for accepting the prayers of such followers, followers whom have scarred countless youths who followed them, and these poor youths, whom must have begged for gods mercy only to recieve the unwanted love from their priests and nuns. THANK YOU GOD WE LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH. Now I'm going to go back to finishing my prayers to satan so at least I recieve goodwill from him when I inevitably die
Priests nuns are not part of the New Testament they were positions created by Catholicism for power.. it’s not Biblical. Jesus is our High Priest and all believing Christians are the Royal Priesthood
Qkiiyo you need help , don’t say not to give praise to our god and try not to offend someone you offended me so next time just don’t type your opinion dude
My lord, he has such an infectious smile and disposition. You can tell he’s being loved and taken care of well.
That beautiful little boy has so much personality that he can put a smile on anyone's face.
"If He goes, I go"
He loves his son so much that he would follow him to death😪😢😭
Duuuh
This made me cry!
"If he stops breathing, I'll just let the bucket go"
You can see in his eyes hes absolutely serious.
I am not a father myself but a very proud uncle and great uncle and as such would like to commend the other guy in this story for reminding us of the human capacity to empathise.
It goes without saying that I also give kudos to this amazing father and his equally amazing kid
I take my boys fishing off the coast of San Diego in a small boat, I am buying a life raft and a signaling device
monkeymanxxl always stay on the safe side brotha! Stay safe and catch some good fishes!
monkeymanxxl
with respect, if you don't already wear life vests (even when uncomfortable), please add those to your list. With at least one spare.
Wonderful idea!!
Yes, sometimes you get so excited in the moment but at sea anything can happen. Better safe than sorry. Life jackets and other things like these buckets that can float and all that. Awesome you take your boys out we need more dads getting involved hands on like you.
Be careful always.
As a father I cant imagine how he felt the whole entire time. I would've done exactly the same thing if I was in his situation. I always say my kids are my strength but the same time they are my weakness.
Omg this turned my stomach. Cannot even fathom the terror they felt. Someone was watching over them when that boat sank
God was watching over them thats for sure. So glad they survived. 💜💜
Jesus was 😊
Analisa Struck lol but he did nothing to save them! The rescue team were the ones who saved them with their skill and determination!!! They deserve all the praise!!! 😊 I hope I didn’t offend anyone
@@Zoyiekka tbh as an atheist I agree , but it is okay for people to thank god . It is thanks that is important anyways.
Qkiiyo Maybe it was Charles Darwin..u oaf.
When Julian talks about the sharks I lost it, how funny and adorable. What a brave little boy! So glad they are okay ❤
Monica Saldana I will never be afraid of a shark again😂😂😂
@@karolynarau9513 right!! Lmao!!
I pray to find someone like this man to be my child father, he'll be determined to save our children no matter what.
"If he goes, I'm going" ...every loving parent of a single child would do the same..I know I would. ❤
I would in a heartbeat!
What about the wife losing you both?!?
I have 2 children so I wouldn't want to leave the other child alone.
@@honestheartedtruthseekerso6864 Exactly.
What an absolute nightmare, your sleeping on a boat with your son and friend and wake up to it sinking within minutes. That’s terrifying, I don’t think I’d make it if this happened to me.
Girl sameee. I'd be so terrified I'd probably die from a heart attack before I even drown smh
Amazing what you would do if it happed to you to stay alive. And fight. Is a natural human thing it kicks In. 6 hrs a lot of things go thru your mind. Lots of different scenario come to mind
@@stephenjeacocke1530
Especially if you got people there that need you.
@@serpentinewolf7085 yer wasn’t a good thing to go thru hopefully never again. Taken more emergency security things on to the next boat
Might
That little boy has his father, and his "other" guardian Stephen (bless you Stephen) to count on.
All the praises they made it. But seriously, without Stephen, I don't think we would be watching this.
Emma B thank you as neither them 2 were good swimmers at all. I gave up the first bucket I found to them k owing I could just float then other bucket popped up right in front of me again was so unbelievable to see it coming up with head torch I had on big white glow slowly riseing from the depths below
@@stephenjeacocke1530 AMAZING. Thank you for keeping your head and thinking of trying the cell phone!! I would have just written it off as not working but you didn't. You're as much of a hero as the rescuers! Well done sir!
@@stephenjeacocke1530 you are amazing really amazing.
@@tiffanyyoung9671 thanks for the kind words really appreciate it 😍
@@stephenjeacocke1530 my respect for you went higher! thank u
I’m actually scared of deep water , I cannot imagine how scared they were 🤧 thank god they fought through this
Me too.
Same here too I’m frighten of deep water I would have anxiety attack n fall into the deep water his so brave god works he save them by giving them the bucket amen 🙏
Me too. I never go to beaches.
The bond between dad and Julian must be so lovingly strong.
What a miracle all is well. Have great life's 🌷🌷🌷
Bruh where can I find a friend like him. Melts my heart!
Thanks
Which one of them? Is it greedy I want all 3 as friends lol! What a great story! The kid is going to be some man one day, great parents, and the friend superb, all of them!
Praise God 😇😇😇Those are miracles God is still doing today. Thank you heavenly father for your love💙
Crystal Marie
Yes. Amen. All the glory to our Lord and Savior! ♥️
Crystal Marie Amen
Amen n Amen
as a christian do you believe that jesus is god or he is a messenger of god?
@@TheSanjay151 Jesus is God.
"A Hero Dad".
If my son goes, I goes along with him. 👨👦.
'If he goes down, I go down with him' - That comment broke me.
23:04 This interviewer is so amazing with children, if he dosen't have any kids...he should. He would be a great father like the Dad he's interviewing. 💖💓
Maybe the interviewer have a great dad himself enough to know how it felt to be loved by a father and love him back.
I think the son save them both! Gave them hope. My kids save me everyday we are so blessed to have kids
This little guy is just amazing. His huge smile he does especially when he’s telling parts of the story and giggles, makes you laugh, you couldn’t be sad with seeing that face! Well done to all of them for keeping each other alive I hope your all well today
Imagine the types of courage takes for his dad to stay brave for his son! So glad they are safe
Honestly the son saved them both in my mind because it gave them something to focus on
Omg how cute is he! Just adorable. So happy they're all ok.
Cute Lil boy.
HE IS SO PRECIOUS🥺🥺🥺
I’m so glad they’re all okay, that child is incredibly brave and so are the men that saved his life. Their bond is unbreakable. 💕
Thank you lord they survive. I’m happy to see the young man smiling while in the interview. I’m so proud to his dad and family’s friend. Indeed they do have a good heart that’s why GOD guide them and help them. Watching here from Philippines.
He just might be the cutest 7 years old aside from my daughter .. hehe
I miss 2019 too 😭
Good One...
I fear the ocean, I can't go in the water without someone going with me, a lot of things come into mind when I'm in the water. Is so scary and this made it worse.
_Jojo Mar_ I’m terrified of water😂 I’m always thinking about dying when I’m in da bath😂😂😂
@@maddimead8851 wtf, lmaooo
_Jojo Mar_ I swear I’m not lying 😂😭 it only happens sometimes doe
Jaws wrecked it for me. Never go into the water
My family is always like "Let's go to Tennessee and go in the lake" while they clearly forget that I am terrified of deep water if its clear water I'm fine to go in it if its murky water...no just no
The most bright & articulate, well spoken boy. So cute
What a nightmare. I am so happy that it had a happy ending. This is such a powerful video all throughout.
The family is so beautiful, the dad is heroic, the son is super brave, the friend shouldn’t be call friend cuz he deserved to be part of their family. The little boy is very sensible, intelligent, & thoughtful, protect him and their family at all cost. They are so precious ✨🙌🏼
That man deserves being called DAD♡♡♡♡
The love that Dad has for his son brought me to tears.. that boy is a strong little guy with a attitude without fear, so strong, God is great & miracles still happen!
When he said, " I don't want to live without my son." Make me smile and cry. This is love ❤️
cell phone and buckets played a major role on this amazing survival story
What about dad holding his son on his shoulder the whole 6 hours.
Alibo Achumi
Yes, and their caring friend who is not a good swimmer, taking the impact of the waves, to protect the loving father holding on to his little son.
@@stevengonzalez27 ya. What a good friend. My heart hurts 😥
I believe God played a major role too 🙌
@Bread Boi
Yeah ? Well, who do you think is granting you your next breath ? 🤔
This reminded me a lot of the show “I Shouldn’t Be Alive” what a strong boy and such a wonderful father. I’m so glad they are all safe❤️
Maria and an angel of a friend
And the look on the friend face as he was describing maybe losing the son and dad broke my heart in two.... so much emotion and pain.... bless that man and all three!!!!
Julian has the most genuine, happy smile that is both heartwarming and contagious. Love that kid.
Those buckets where a gift from the sea god
Near Beast Absolutely!!!
Near Beast God keep them alive!! OMG god is good all the time!!!
Not any sea god but God the creator of all things who promises to watch over His creations. "For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways" Psalm 91:11
All things above and under the heaven were created by the God of the Bible.
@@berniemckean2991 Amen! Well said & truth be told! God bless you in the mighty name of JESUS CHRIST! Amen! 🙏
His mum is right about everyone falling in love with Julien. He's a treasure! So happy all 3 are alive and well
What a beautiful boy...inside and out! Parents are so lucky to have such a spirited son....
With a winning smile to boot! God bless them all! ❤️💕❤️
i'm speechless😥, i just wanna say THANKS BE TO GOD for HIS GLORY😇
That boy has truly got to be the bravest, luckiest boy in the world right now, the love between the boy and his dad is strong,and that love is what kept them strong, god bless this family and the friend too!!!
The father, the friend and the beautiful beautiful boy!!! Just amazing people ❤️❤️❤️
Julian reminds me of my nephew his age. So full of life and joy in his eyes when talking to people or telling a story. I'm so glad they all survived!🙏🤗
My Godson is like this too so smart and adorable.
I'm sobbing here. What amazing story of survival of love and friendship ❤
I've fished that area many times and have seen Great Whites out there, they were VERY lucky!
Oh no that's awful. They were lucky.
😇They were being watched over
They weren’t lucky they were being watched over by our good Lord. No luck needed when you have the king of the universe watching over you ❤️
@@Elanor4510 amen to that. We often forget to praise and thanks to The only one who can protect us. Our Heavenly Daddy Jesus Christ.
They're not lucky, they're LOVED by the MOST HIGH!!
That kid is TOO ADORABLE!
So touching, and so special. What a boy, what a dad, what a friend and great rescuers.
Always wear life jackets the whole time you're on a boat.
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This little guy is too adorable 😍 and the Dad is a hero.
So happy they all survived
What an amazing story! I am so glad they all were rescued and the little guy is alright! Wow, poor parents nightmare turned to happiness. What a strong young boy!
God save them life, prise the the Lord with all, they still alive.
If they had drowned does that mean that God took their lives?
@@lovespin4854 they never answer these questions
@@poopsydo8052 God gives and takes away. God can give you so much and can take. 😊 hope that answered your question.
Amen
@@lovespin4854 they'll say something like, "It was time to return home to our heavenly father" etc
Great job, guys. A little boy with a smile to melt all hearts. Life jackets are needed on all water trips, please.
Judy A. Shroads life jackets were on the boat in a easy to get to spot or float out of boat if such needed. Not wearing them actually save maike and Jillian as the jacket would of held them in the boat as it sunk. Boat went that quick and perpendicular every thing got caught under boats awning. Police returned all safety gear from boat when divers went down 3 weeks later
There was safety gear on the boat but they weren’t able to grab it because of how the boat tipped
This dad here is just simply amazing and I truly cried tears of joy ❤️
"Hes the reason why i live, the reason why i breath" that quote made me teary eyed. I am a mother and love my son with everything i am. I didn't know true love until i gave birth to my son. Being a parent is the most beautiful thing you go through in life. Hard, but beautiful. And that best friend is so amazing👏👏👏
Love this child and his father bond. Amazing story.