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"I Wish You Were My Real Father."
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2015
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Larry Bennett always loved children and wanted to mentor them and be a father-like figure. His dream came true when he became a Big Brother--and eventually an adoptive father--to a young child.
(Gay | Adoption | Big Brothers | Gay Parenting) [TV-PG]
www.imfromdriftwood.com aims to help lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people learn more about their community, straight people learn more about their neighbors and everyone learn more about themselves through the power of storytelling and storysharing.
You are my real father!
+Andre Bennett , you are right! You have both been so very blessed.
I love how he said how you turned into his best friend too. He probably taught you a lot about how to love & support people & you gave him that back after his loss, despite you grieving too. That's an amazing thing. My 2 boys didn't have their Dad around & I didn't have a partner, but I had some very good male friends around. They helped my guys grow into wonderful young adults. Some of those men are gay, some not. All of them are 100% awesome & so is Larry. Love to you & all your family, thanks for sharing your story.
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Andre, you're soooo very blessed and fortunate to have a dad ! I've never had one and that void has caused a few issues in my life.
More proof that LOVE & "FAMILY" is NOT about blood!!! What an AMAZING story!! & an AMAZING MOM your mom was to see Larry as just a person & not by his sexuality!! What a blessing ALL of you have been in each other's lives!
As Andre's Mom, I have to say how blessed we have been that Larry has been in our lives! He has an amazing big heart.
+Kay Thompson .... This is a beautiful story. As I was watching this video and listening to Larry, I thought my own brother (nearly 60) would have done well with a Big Brother. Our father deserted 3 children (2 daughters and one son) as well as our mother, very early in the 1960s. I can see where that heartbreak and disappointment still has some affect over us at our current age. The one basic foundation every child needs is to know they are loved. From that solid base, they have the opportunity to build a full and beautiful life.
Kay Thompson An open hart and an open mind brings many blessings.
Kay Thompson This story is so beautiful. So so so beautiful.
Ah-hah ❤️! From the story that Larry told, I could tell that you all 3 were kindred souls. I was moved that you asked him to give you away at your wedding 👰🏻 + invited him to stay. I’ve never heard of such a beautiful connection : loyalty, trust, patience, understanding and selflessness. I’m so happy for the whole family. Lucky André ❤️🌟!
How beautiful - what a gift you've all been to each other ❤️
They tell you to never scroll down into the comments. Well, this time they're wrong. Love wins.
Here I am drinking my morning coffee, crying like a baby. What a great story.
The calm maturity with which this all was handled is very, very impressive.
WOW. Andre hit the dad jackpot. This story is an inspiration and proof that gay men and women should be allowed to adopt kids.
This beautiful story just goes to show that "family need not be defined by those with whom you share your blood, but by those for whom you would give your blood" (my favourite quote from the 2003 film, Nicholas Nickleby) peace x
This story makes me think about my journey as a single mother of two sons. To me, a man is a man regardless of who he loves and how a wish I could have provided my sons with a mentor, friend, father figure. It was really tough but I managed, and fortunately my sons are great men. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for what you did for this beautiful child and the support you gave his mother.
I want to thank you for how strong you are to be a single parent! I can't stress enough how proud your sons must be of you!
Kay, Andre, and Larry appear to have aligned in the universe to create this love story. Kay deserves much credit for the catalyst she was in pairing Andre and Larry. She has a good eye for people and was wise with empowering Larry to enrich Andre's life. And he did. And his own. And Kay completed the collaboration. Great story.
This is one of the most wonderful stories I've ever heard. How astute of that mother to not let Larry's sexual orientation MATTER in finding a gentleman to mentor Andre. Whose life WASN'T enriched by that experience? Larry, Andre, the mother and the step dad even, apparently had no issues with continuing the relationship.This is good.
i agree
I hope you will get this message: I think you are absolutely wonderful; the world is a better place because of you.
I'm not crying. I just got smoke in my eyes.
That moved me to tears...and I don't cry easily.
It just goes to show , being the sperm donor does'nt automatically earn you the title of Father ! I'm also curious if Andre ever reunited with his biological father through the years ? . Thank you Larry , for being so courageous in taking on such a huge responsibility in a young mans life
I know I'm 5 years l8 but I want to know the same thing
What a beautiful story. Andre is a very fortunate young man to have someone like you in his life. I'm so glad everything worked out positively for you both!!!
Beautiful. Many times the closest people in our lives, are not blood related to us. THIS is the meaning of fanily. THIS is love.
Larry, you and Andre and his mother have accomplished what a hundred books can only represent. You guys are love in action. Love is not a "thing" but an active verb.
So beautiful. Some completely beautiful. A story of love, and a story of a beautiful father and a beautiful son.
Larry, Cuz, you know how much Toby and think of you and love you. As someone who has been involved with the Jewish Big Brother program in LA, I can appreciate what you have done for Andre. The fact that you stepped up and adapted him makes even more special. Both of you are very lucky to have each other. We both loved being at Andre's wedding.
Can I join the Jewish Big Brother program online? I will allocate time DAILY to my Young Brother.
It is very easy to see What a great Father You are!
wonderful story
love has no limits
What an AMAZING story!! & an AMAZING MOM you were Kay to see Larry as just a person & not by his sexuality!! What a blessing ALL of you have been in each other's lives!
Renews my faith in humanity
Larry, what a wonderful man you are, kind, selfless, patient, understanding, giving, and honest. It was a joy watching you tell your story because I could feel a lot of heart in all you described...You and Andre (and his mother) are a perfect match, kindred souls ❤️👍🏻☺️🔮!
What a wonderful example of a father. Such a kind and loving man, any child would be so proud to call him dad.
Andre is not only a blessing to you but rather you are truly a blessing to him!! Hope to see you in Fla. next winter!
I watch a lot of videos on RUclips that make me question my faith in humanity. Then I find a story like this and (once I am through crying) I realize how much good there is in people. This man is amazing, Andre and his mother are amazing! Thanks for sharing.
This beautiful story has totally made my day. What a wonderful, special man Larry is, the world needs more people like him in it. This video is going straight onto my favourite videos playlist where I shall revisit it whenever I feel down or my faith in humanity needs topping up again. Thank you so much for posting it.
I'm thankful to have had a big sister program.i was raised by my father.no biological mother in the picture.Melanie taught me about life.i was involve in her wedding and baby showers.im 45 yrs old and still see her and her young adult kids for xmas.the big brother and sister program is a great organization.im glad for u that it work out lovely.it really shows how children don't care about sexual orientation,race,socio economic,etc.bc of Melanie,I got married and have a 10yrs old son.melanie taught me alot of things about having a friendship,family values,and love.i now have 2mother like older women,who I'm like a extended daughter to them.one is a lesbian,who a pastor.she is my guardian 👼.overall 17yrs of friendship, spirituality, acceptance.my second mother like is a artist ,that is still mentoring me and small business partner.we are potters,we met in college,she is a lovely woman,who calls me,my daughter in spanish.she gives me advice ,love and understanding.i too lost alot of friends,over 20 including my favorite uncle due to AIDS.i stop going to funerals.i stop wearing Gothic black color,I don't care too much for black clothing.i wear alot of colors in everything.i have made new friends of LGBT community.
I'm happy for both of you. God doesn't make mistakes. He got both of you to meet and have a great relationship. Love,laugh,live. God Bless ! I hope Andre's mom found happiness too! 😍😉
what a handsome man, beautiful story
This story is Awesome.
This has to be one of the sweetest stories I’ve seen. I wish you guys the best of luck! Hearing this warms my heart.
Damn.... My mascara has mixed with tears... What a beautiful and remarkable love story... We can never give up, never give up on the human race!!!
This is really awesome Larry... I'm so proud of you!
What a beautiful, heart-warming story!
You are a twinkle star. Love your story.
Larry, what a beautiful story of love. You two and all those around you have been blessed by love. You are fortunate and gifted by this. Thanks, man, for sharing this. Kudos to you both..................Ray
tearing up, absolutely beautiful
What a great story! Thank you for sharing it!
Another incredible story from "I'm From Driftwood". Lary Bennett's willingness to give so much of himself to a boy in need has both generated and returned a long-lasting and potent relationship. Indeed, an amazing man with a big heart ... the real thing.
what a sweet story
You are a beautiful man, for doing this. Opening up your life and heart. This touched me deeply, and I am happy I finally saw this video.
This is so beautiful. No other words. Just beautiful.
Wow, such an amazing story. I am so happy that everything worked out.
Beautiful story. Thanks for sharing.
There should be a screenplay written about their remarkable lives for the whole world to see!
What a beautiful story ! Thanks for sharing
God bless you 🏳️🌈🏳️🌈🏳️🌈🏳️🌈✌🏾
This is such an amazing powerful story!
This was so beautiful.
I wish I had a father like you sir!
WOW! Great uplifting story of a dad & son!
😭😭😭😭😭 this is the greatest story
It’s September 2020, this kind of great story is definitely needed right now.
I love this story.
This is the finest telling I have heard on Driftwood. Blessings to you both.
I love it when adults come together and make decisions in the best interests of children - and each other! I currently get to babysit one of my neighbours little ones and boy oh boy - it's the highlight of this 58 year old gay man's life! Larry Bennett you are an inspiration!
Am sorry for your loss 🙏🏾🙏🏾
We should all have a Dad like this.
I LOVED this story!!!! Very happy for Larry, Andre and Kay....
Out of ALL the stories I've watched....this one brought me to tears... I'm so happy for both of you!! Peace & Blessings
WOW ... one of the most beautiful stories I've ever heard. 💞👍💞
This MELTS my heart
What a lovely story you’ve shared with all of us! All you need is love!
Great story. I am so happy you told it.
Larry, you are a very, very special guy
wow beautiful and amazing!!!
What a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing
LOVELY story!
God blesses in all ways...
What an inspirational story ..
Beautiful story!
I know this is an older story but Im crying with joy.
Such a beautiful story, we never hear of beautiful stories like that. They all let themselves be guided by trust and optimism and created something very special.
I am NOT crying!....I've just got something in my eye.....
beautiful BEAUTIFUL, so there are still good ones out there on this big ole marble...
Thank you. These stories need to be told as it demonstrates that with love you create meaningful relations that make the world a better place. No matter gender identification or sexual orientation.
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful story. You all sound like an amazing chosen family!
This was such a great story!! It makes me really happy to see great things like this😃
You’re an angel
Tears in my eyes, for good reasons
What a beautiful story. I couldn't be happier for your happiness. ❤️
Greatly appreciate you sharing your story
This is wonderful truely heart warming
How nice. Larry sounds just elegant. And his adopted son Andre knows it, i bet. Best of everything, Andre & your Dad Larry.🍀
Dear Andre: how fortunate you are to have a mother who is wise and so intuited the the blessing that Larry would be in your life and you in his. This is a wonderful story of true love. May you all continue to bless each other for many more years to come.
Family is not always defined by blood...
This video was actually a huge inspiration for my decision to volunteer at youth centers
I can see the world in this man's eyes. So much pain and wisdom and joy.
What a beautiful story about you and your family awesome 😎 stay safe and be blessed always
This story made me chill, in such a beautiful way. I don’t remember the last time I cried this much over a RUclips video. Truly heart warming! Thank you for being such a wonderful father figure to this boy, now man! ❤️
This is so beautiful and amazing.
I'm not crying, my eyes are just really sweaty right now...
amazing story, amazing man
What a beautiful story - made my day!
Thanks for sharing, very moving.
Every child deserves a man like Larry!
Made me cry.... Thank you for sharing that story
This dude is a real man and father
I choked up