Ukrainian refugees describe new life with Utah host family
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- Опубликовано: 2 апр 2022
- A family desperate to escape Ukraine journeyed thousands of miles through eight countries before finding an unexpected home in Utah.
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A lot of people don't try to run until it's too late. This couple was smart enough to realize that it was time to run, even though that meant giving up everything, including their home, cars, business, that they had worked so hard for. This takes a lot of courage and determination. I am glad for them, and I welcome this family to the United States.
They also gave up their animals. I wonder if they're OK now, if the family they say they left them with also fled.
Well, how about defending democracy from Putin's orcs in Ukraine? This Ukrainian men supposed to fight Putin at home, but nevertheless, he wants to get to the USA to live on my taxes, well, selling our weapons to Ukraine is totally fine, in fact, it's great, it helps our economy, but spending our resources for charity when our economy is not in the best shape is a bad idea. The US has invested a lot in Ukrainian democracy, a lot of my tax money, so it would only be fair to get some return on our investment, selling arms, exhausting Russia is the return we expect, but this dude, instead of repaying back by his heroic fight with Putin, he's trying to sneak into the US to live on my taxes!!?
' until it was too late'? What does that mean? No one enjoys being forced out of their homeland. Bad statement.
@@MartinGarcia-km4qs It clearly means that some stay until it becomes impossible to escape with their lives.
@Martin Garcia until it’s too late is a perfect statement. Of course no one wants to leave in these circumstances BUT stay and potentially die or leave? That’s what too late is!
They said a missile already was close to their home. What if the next one hits their home? What if they close down boarders like they did in Afghanistan? There are so many things that can go wrong if they were to stay! I feel like you didn’t really think about it before you commented!
The host family deserves all the blessings in this world. These people are just … no words.. theyre wonderful.. thats all I have to say
They have already received the biggest one by being moved across the world
@@Yvng_YBK-RRR i meant the family hosting them.
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
I pray that the host family doesnt push Mormonism on this family. They are Orthodox Christians, and I am so afraid that this family only brought these refugees here in order to push Mormonism on them.
I know how Mormons operate, I wish they would respect people and would stop preying on people who are fleeing war.
@@canaryinacoalmine7267 ok I respect your opinion. But please don’t assume or post judgement on my post. I’m on a mission to spread love not paranoia or assumptions. This family was kind enough to open their doors lets not bash people like that, please.
Blessings to this family that took another family in and showed them kindness , compassion and love. Thank you.
Ain't Mormonism great?
I have no idea but I know what kindness is.
@Richard Myers this comment is unnecessary.
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
The family is probably planning on pushing Mormonism on them. They are taking vulnerable people and trying to convert them. This is not ok.
This is abusive.
Two lovely families. I can't imagine losing everything to such destruction.
try being Male and going through the divorce courts
I'm a disabled Veteran. Christians say NO to my having a family. Imagine losing everything to his love.
@@briannguyen6517 How dare you judge someone living in circumstances you've never experienced.
@@tilapiadave3234 You're such a victim that you choose to make a story about war and refugees about yourself.
@@SheilaR.08 ??? Please send me a copy
Mr Rogers always told us that when tragedy is happening, look for the helpers. Thank you for welcoming them in. Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
Slava Rossii! Love to Russia from Ukraine!
Bless the Utah couple who opened their home and hearts.
Love in ACTION.
This is such an uplifting story. I hope Ukraine survives.
well, the u.s. said it will fight Russia to the last Ukranian.
Meanwhile elderly American homeless women are dying on the streets
Ukraine could have survived and maybe even flourished had it not picked a fight with it’s neighbour. Kiev brought this on Ukraine by launching a war on its own (ethnic Russian) civilians in Donbas. They should have honoured Minsk agreements
To all the families around the world taking in families, you are what humanity is all about.
So nice of them to take in refugees from Yemen.
@@RecoveringChristian and yes, i don’t understand why Yemen should be different. The media ignore Yemen. I want the people of Yemen to be treated the same. Doesn’t help when the west is funding the war in Yemen.
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
I’m so happy for this story. But also my whole heart is hurting for all of the people dealing with this. I’m glad they’re safe and I hope more people find safe places like this.
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
I am afraid that these families are only being taken in so they can push Mormonism on them. I know how Mormons operate and this is deceitful.
This brings my faith in humanity back. Seeing so many people come together and help Ukrainians is such an amazing thing. I pray for all Ukrainians who have not yet made it out
of course they would be going into a Mormon house. Before the Feb 27 'invasion' took place the Mormons Church of Ukraine were first entity to leave Ukraine when nobody thought a war was going to take place. hella sus
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
The family taking in this bewildered family running for safety, you deserve so much love and goodness in return.
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
This family is only doing it to convert this family to Mormonism.
This is taking advantage of people in thier time of need.
I know how LDS people operate.
What a wonderful sweet host family who took them in. They're heroes. My thoughts and prayers goes out this Ukrainian family and to the ppl of Ukraine especially those who cannot escape. Hugs!! From Eastern Canada.
Zelensky won't let anyone escape. We can only escape with the help of Russia!
Not going to be an easy road for them with language barrier - but I pray they find some peace, a job, a home and lots of kindness.
exactly I hope everything but the best for them! I really hope it doesn’t end up biting the Utah family in the long run.
I can tell you they will learn quickly because they have the will and desire to do so.
How long does it take to learn a new language?
@@bluetickbeagles116 depends on the person tbh
@@bluetickbeagles116 when everything is at stake people learn insanely fast. Take about 1 to 2 years and he will be fine. As for jobs there's a lot of shortages especially blue collar trades so I think any Ukrainian will be fine
This story brought back my memories during Vietnam ‘s war , I’m a refugee and ran away from communist regime, I know how are they feeling and though now , loosing their own house , families members and their own country , that pain still in me even 45 years passed, I praying for Ukrainian ‘ s people to pull through this maters , safe and peaceful will happen to them
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
Thank you for the advice. I hope you and your family are well and comforted.
Read John 3:16 🙏 🙏
I hope you are doing ok
Just forget the past *
They kept their Dad! I’m happy for them 💜
Which means he did not stay and fight for Ukraine. I do not blame him, but thousands of other dads did stay behind.
@@uppity1 for sure. We don’t know his medical state but yeah it’s hard in so many ways.
@@uppity1 I think it is best we do not judge, we don’t know what position that father is in. His wife may have a condo too as well that makes her unable to fully care for the kids. They don’t just let men leave, my friends male cousins could not leave. It’s only in specific circumstances we aren’t privy too.
That ban wasn't instituted immediately. They likely got out before it was.
@@briannguyen6517 People who need insulin for diabetes can't be soldiers. THINK before you judge!
Thanks to the host family, and the local news that did such an extensive piece, and the translator, who did a great job.
I want to help like them too. I wish I can have a family safe
Did you help other people from North America? Ah they are not Whites.
Wow. That was a long of travel in many countries. Glad that they were safe.
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
Happy to hear they're are safe
great story. glad their are people here in this country willing to open not only their doors but their hearts for families in need. that's what it means to be American.
Really? That’s what it means to be American? You certainly fooled me….been in America my whole life…almost 60 years and I didn’t know that’s what America was all about. I always thought that America was all about the wealthy capitalists. I had no idea that America was about something else.
@@penelopelopez8296 People are always going to see what they look for
America is the only nation that is called the nation of immigrants. Nobody is originally from here .all our ancestors came here from another country sometime in the past. Some been here longer but we all came from somewhere else. Except maybe native Indian but really they came long ago across the land bridge that is now underwater between Alaska and Siberia.
I wonder if these people would do the same for Americans?
Many Americans are very kind, but a lot of foreigners are prejudice towards Americans.
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
I live in Utah , if you need anything or other friends who need help from Ukraine 🇺🇦 please contact us.
Thank you to the American family for taking them in.
So many great people around the world, thank you Utah
So glad they are safe in Utah .
Pray 🙏
Despite the language barrier I think they will really like Utah. Alot of great ppl there 💕
Not a problem these days with Google translate.
There are lots of online tools to make translation easy
@@jklfds85 sometimes Google translate isn't the most reliable
As long as they don't try to get their grubby LDS claws into these poor people.
@@crazydiamond4565 They may already be LDS
Welcome you will love Utah
Wow. This is how humans are supposed to be. What a couple! Bless them wholeheartedly with happiness and love for their newfound family!
I live in San Diego and cross the border they are hundreds of them camping outside the crossing point. Charity groups from San Diego and Tijuana are helping them. The saddest part is there are soo many children.
I wonder if this commenter thought the same thing about unaccompanied children from guatemala and el salvador being thrown in cages withuot their parents.
@@haveabeer123 😔
It’s sad ! These are people , war refugees that need to be let in NOW !
@@haveabeer123 It’s totally different !
@@Denisejohn65NailEd its the same, the only difference is Russia is a world power and down south its powerful drug cartels shooting people... I just wish we helped more war stricken countries not just the european ones... I'm trying to not think like this but all I keep thinking is, gosh why havent we seen this kind of kindness before with the Middle east, or people fleeing south america? I just choose now not to say anything because its... its sad that if its european country they get kisses, hugs, homes and warm welcomes to the USA... people of color fleeing ukraine are saying they are being mistreated left and right and I am realizing now, this world is very much about race... we just covered it for a while and its coming back.
This is a beautiful story and two amazing families. I would love to take in a displaced person or small family from Ukraine.
I'm thinking how do we connect with people to let them know that we can help. How much trust this displaced family has to have and how much compassion the Utah family. It hope it works out well and they are all able to thrive.
There are so many Ukrainian refugees on Mexican border now. They go mostly through Tijuana. Our church just goes there and picks up families as they cross the border.
You can apply! My sister is getting a mother & daughter in a few weeks here in Canada 💙💛 perfect as our family is Canadian-Ukrainian
@@kburdy where do you apply for being a host?
@@kburdy I believe in U.S. that Americans of Ukraine heritage will get first preference to host Ukraine refugees --- since they speak the language and that will make transition to America a lot easier
Thank you for opening your heart and your home to this precious family.
What a wonderful couple to welcome refugees into their home. Best wishes to both families.
They are only inviting them in, to convert them from Catholicism to Mormonism.
This is decpetive.
Beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing this story.
If I had a bigger home I would have done this, I was 16/17 when I learned about the life style of young children and parents in Valenzuela and Handura and always wanted to help. To know theses people and many others are suffering and lost everything hurts; I’m glad to hear someone had the space and time to opened there door and gave shelter to those that need it. Not only the people in the video but to anyone and everyone out there who aren’t getting the Recognition🥰
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
Read John 3:16 🙏 🙏
@@reclusiarchgrimaldus1269 talking about reading a bible but youre also fascinated by machines of death and destruction.
😸
Great family for taking them in , America is alive...I can hear a heart beat!!
@David Hamilton video is not about Haitians
@@lisakrav4681 their life also matters not only the white refugee
@@empress1306 why your president Biden loves sooooo much Ukrainian ??
Because of his son past ??
This is wonderful. This has been a question in my mind. How does a person or family here help? Prayer and donating of course. I’m talking about getting them out of there. There are plenty of Americans that could and want take families in. How does this happen, if possible at all?
Yes there are A LOT of Ukrainian refugees in Mexico now that wait to cross the border. Mostly in Tijuana City. Our church just goes to the border and picks up families who already crossed the border
Are you welcoming any and all refugees or just these ones? Real honest question!
Ugh stop already.
@Phyllis Govia I’ve been asking the same question and haven’t gotten an answer yet . I would be very happy to share my home with a family because I live in a 4 bedroom house all by myself so I’ve got plenty of room and would be more than happy to share my home with them .
@@Rita-yw2tn I think you can inquire with Red Cross.
Thank you to all the host families everywhere!
Beautiful family. So heartbreaking… I’m glad they are safe now.
Brings me to tears of sadness & happiness ❤️
It is terrible war in Ukraine! Glad for that couple!
I'll never forget this story. What an unbelievable act of kindess💙💙💙
This melts my heart! I would have done the same. People need people.
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
What a heart wrenching story, this is a blessing from heaven, thanks to each and every one that one way or another collaborated with this gooot will on behalf of others in need.
Welcome to America. Hope you find it a nice play to stay. We love having you.
This is truly the spirit of Jesus. When making comments please don’t forget that people have underlying and hidden disabilities (such as myself) and we are not entitled to that information (nor should we). My best friend’s family was slaughtered in Ukraine, the men cannot leave unless it’s under specific circumstances. His wife also could have an underlying condition. They don’t just let the men leave. 🙏
blessings to that family. and to the ukrainian family who made that incredible trip
May they all be blessed
Wow bless their souls. Amazing story. Thank you for helping and opening your doors to this family
Thank you host family! Host family is so kind!!!
I’m Canadian, and I’m so grateful to live where I do. My grandmother was Ukrainian ♥️
Ukrainians would sooner wait to enter the US through the very dangerous Mexican border rather than fly into Canada where they don’t even need to worry about applying for a visa. Canada is their absolute last choice of country to escape to.
The couple that took them in are earth angels. They're wonderful people
I just happened to come across this video scrolling through my utube. I am so happy they here! What a miracle! Hugs!
" When we pray. Prayers are answered." 6:21 Amen!
...except for the prayers to change Putin’s heart 🖤
Cod bless this Uta family 🙏
Prayers for everyone 🙏 ❤️ 🇨🇦 +🇺🇦
A bunch of awesome people! best of luck.
Get my countries flag off your profile pic yank! You're not ukrainian!
Thank you for sharing this this ❤
What a great idea. To host families, whoever needs our help.
This Utah family is incredibly generous.
Let them do the some with south America refugee 👍
When you ask for guidance you will be led to the right answers. I was contacted and given the opportunity to support a young Russian man, who fled from Russia to avoid being drafted into the army. I am a US expat living in a South American country. This war is impacting people in ways we cannot even comprehend, it will take World Citizens to support, encourage and to protest the atrocities of Putin and his regime.
i bet you're russian troll
Thank you for this
If they are from village Levchenky, Romny region (село Левченки, Роменський район), then yeah, they did it right moving away, there were heavy fights.
We have two refugees coming to live with me, and my mom is helping so many Ukrainians get to the U.S, and she isn’t even getting paid and does it with her own kindness
That’s awesome
So exhilarating to learn of a family whose life was devastated by the paranoid in Kremlin and had gone through a lot of ordeal but was now safe in the USA.
como sabes que son Paranoid? Estan 'safe' con Mormones? Que no ellos pertencen un oculto?
Thank you, DeMille Family for your Loving Hearts and Tenderness. 💜
These people are so kind and a blessing. I have family in Ukraine and we r fortunate that some of them got out while we have a few others still there. Hopefully this nonsense will be concluded soon.
Glad their family is safe, but I thought men between 18-60 had to stay and fight?
If they had 3 kids or more or a special occupation, they could leave
They make some exceptions --- this father has two lovely young daughters so he was probably given a waiver for military service
There are exceptions for fathers of 3 and more.
There was chaos in Ukraine, maybe he could get out because of this. However, they are in the US and can start a new life here. There are more than 5 Million Ukrainians in Europe, not all of them live now so comfortable. And over 30 Millions are still in Ukraine, many in the war zone. Those are the people we should focus on.
@@epona1525 I understand and just wondered based on things I've heard and read. I think the US is expecting about 100K refugees and we're getting some Russian refugees as well. Some flying to Mexico and crossing the border there into the US.
Wow. .. heart felt.
Americans standing tall helping to save a family. That was so awesome to watch this morning. SLAVA UKRAINE!!!
I wish this and all families in Ukraine the safety and security they all deserve as humans on this earth. I hope they adjust well in Utah until they are able to return home to their family including their 4 legged family members..
You guys amazing people to help
I hope alot of these people decide to stay here after this war is over. They are hard working and educated and would have a positive influence on our nation.
Im confused I thought the men weren’t allowed to leave the country . Very sad situation and so glad the family has a safe haven
He probably has some kind of medical condition that prevents him from being able to
@@melani8598 Or not.
🤔IT WAS STATED THANKS FOR THE $$
IT HELPED TO GET ACROSS THE BORDER $-TALKS
I was wondering the same thing. Unless he was able to make it out of the country before the ban took effect. Towards the beginning I several families that successfully fled to neighboring countries.
I saw one interview that said if you had 3 children the father could leave the country, but they seem to have 2. Maybe they did leave early on, which would be pretty smart for the kids' sake.
how was the husband able to leave Ukraine?
I'm glad they're okay and have somewhere to stay but I'm just wondering why her relative doesn't let them stay with them they're the ones who told them to come down there and they picked them up from San Diego took them to Utah where they live and then pawned them off on strangers that doesn't make sense why aren't they staying with her aunt who speaks her language and well is FAMILY.
The aunt might not have the resources. There are MANY very large houses that can accommodate an extra family.
Hmmmmmmmmmmm
@@ladyjade6446 you can google it. It is true. I’m LDS, do not live in the west and my house is quite large. It’s not large to be boastful. It’s large for a very somber, private reason. We paid for the house with no assistance from any family. Sometimes you have to plan for a future that you didn’t know that you would have. People in Utah generally have large families. They need somewhere to put them. So if this family can help someone out then go for it!
So powerful! Prayers are powerful 🙏. Happy for this inspirational story!
Bless you all
I had goosebumps listening to the host couple they both have gold hearts of love
The hosts are such a beautiful witness and testimony of love, giving and faith
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
The host couple is planning to convert this Catholic family to Mormonism, thats what this is all about.
@@canaryinacoalmine7267 oh no really I didn't know thanks for that
🥰❤ Welcome 🙏 I love this !!
This is a BLESSED STORY !!! THANK ALL OF YOU THAT HELP !!! ❤
bless you people helping people....made me cry
Thank you Utah family. “In as much as you have done it until to the least of these……..”.
Amazing people.
Is there any way to donate to the host family for their generosity to help these people?
I suppose it will take a long time to see smiles on their faces again. So much love to their family and Slava Ukraine. 🌻
Bless you, this war is evil and my heart breaks for all this who have lost everything.
Very glad that this family is safe. But I'm curious how the dad was able to leave when he's at the age of men that are made to stay to fight.
Unfortunately money can solve it. People say $1 500 for a male to cross the border.
It’s called a bribe
Thank you, Demille family ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
Wonderful gift for the host family to give. Hopefully we can do our best not to foster the hate and division that others come here to escape from.
So it takes alot of courage for a grown man to run from his own countries war draft........ You do know in world war 2 the United States drafted 40 yr old men to the fight in Europe ..... Maybe you or your own friends and family will be drafted to fight in his place. And why do Americans always have to take out the trash when Europe starts a war
Glad they are safe now. It is the goodness of people that helped them. Many righteous prayers for people deserving of help go unanswered every day.
I'm happy for them, but I thought the husband was supposed to stay and help fight. They have 2 girls. 2 kids. Not 3 kids.
I think they got out earlier, before the law was past. Maybe.
I wondered that too….he should be back fighting for their country Ukraine 🇺🇦…
I hope that things only get better and better for both of these families
Families are Forever in Utah. 💖Sending Love to extended Family.💖
It's so sad and frustrating to see what one man is putting all these poor people go thru. And for what? What is he getting out of destroying so many lives, so many people? He will go down eventually, and leave a legacy of being a small, coward, who bullied so many while hiding. Wow! Something to be so proud of! Right! NOT!!!
Exactly, Biden has blood on his hands.
How did the Dad leave? I thought all fighting-age 18-60 men were required to stay behind.
Welcome to the US which reminded me of my refugee experience after the Vietnam War in 1975. You'll be fine and be strong.
Thank you for helping this beautiful family ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️
I know this is about a serious subject, but I've never seen a below-ground trampoline before.
I saw it once before on a video ad for a property own by a country music singer in Nashville. They were asking millions of dollars had pools, barns, etc. So it is not something that your average Joe would have.
Beautiful❤️
Thank you for sharing this beautiful story of love. 🇺🇲🇺🇦❤️
I’m so happy that this family be able help them.