You were so brave to tell the principal the truth! I’m a Clinical Social Worker. Most likely, he was abusing other children too, so you stopped that. Feel proud Melinda!
Have you ever considered going to school to train to be a therapist? You have such a caring heart and you're so understanding. I think anyone can relate to you within minutes.
That is, if she’s the kind of therapist who opens up about her own feelings and personal life, like my old therapist was. That’s what helped me get through, her saying, “Everyone’s human, even me.” If not, she’ll sadly get a bad rap just like the other six I had.
@@keithvnumber1 if the therapist is relating to having emotions or making errors as humans do, then no. If the therapist is using the session to tell their client their personal stories...yes. But making your client/patient feel less alone by stating a truth (we all make mistakes, even me; anger is an emotion we all feel, I can feel that way too. It's important to recognize the feeling and figure out why you are feeling that way in that moment... Etc).
Good grief you can't make a blanket statement without the proper police always chiming in. By relatable I meant she has a personality that makes you feel at ease and is very Understanding. I'm not saying Melinda is going to need to give her life story to every client. They can watch her RUclips for that for fk sake. Why do all the negative Nellie's gotta butt in?
A friend of mine’s daughter was diagnosed with cancer stage 4 at the age of 7. She passed away 3years later. She was a beautiful child, a fighter, wise beyond her years. She loved a song by a singer, Mandisa, called, “overcomer”. I was actually able to help her attend a concert and have backstage passes to meet Mandisa herself. It was incredible. Keira would play that song over and over to fill up her love cup and give her strength to keep fighting. After hearing your arduous climb to overcome all you’ve been through i see that same spark Keira had in you! You’re going to do amazing things with your life, because you are an overcomer and you deserve the very best of what this world has to offer! Keep going and Never.Give.Up!
I knew most of the story from Crazy Pieces, but not about the abuse. I've been through some trauma too, and know how hard it is to talk to someone, but I give you so much credit for doing that, and telling it on social media too. You are so brave, and never forget that! You're an incredible person and Scarlett is lucky to have you as a mom!
Melinda’s the OG and the legend that brought this incredible journey to a start. I am happy you guys got a family like the petits genuinely inspired by you and your story. I love you guys💕 Rose from NY
You are so strong! I am proud of you for getting the evidence they needed to charge you perpetrator. I am so happy you have been able to get adopted and have the Petit last name! You keep charging that mountain!
Melinda! Girl, you are one courageous young lady! You would make an incredible case worker for young girls because you know first hand the trials kids in foster care go through. I am beyond happy that you and the Pettit families paths crossed. All these years later, they are still you biggest support and cheering section like a family is intended to be. Like I said, COURAGEOUS! That is you Melinda. ❤ Sending you love and light.
You are an amazing woman Melinda. Sorry you had to go through all that but glad your friend and you were brave enough to tell your story. Don’t ever apologise for crying or feeling emotional. Fast forward and now you have the best family. I was so happy that they could finally adopt you and I’m glad Jamie is changing her name 🤗 Maybe one day when you are ready you will tell us how you met Scarlette’s dad. I’d like to hear her story too. You are so lucky to have her. She’s such a kind hearted, beautiful soul. Is Max still her favourite? 😁
So proud of you for being brave and telling your story Melinda. Remember while it's very hard, if your story encourages even one person to come forward, it's worth it.
Melinda I feel for u so much. I was sexual assaulted by 2 different people (was also in foster care) & now I suffer from complex PTSD with anxiety & depression. So happy u were able to find a foster home (forever home)!! Thank u for sharing your story.
An awful back story that no kid should ever go through. So glad you found the courage to speak out. Now the stars have aligned & you & Jamie have a forever family. ❤️❤️
I wish i could reach through this screen and hug you. My mother also had ID and i remember feeling so confused when i was young. I didn't understand why she didn't help me when i was sa'd and physically abused by my bio dad. She was also being abused by him and i now realized she did the best she could for her abilities. It took me along time to understand the whole picture. I'm so grateful for the relationship i was able to build with her as an adult. She was such a simple and sincere person and i appreciate that so much. I lost her and my dad (stepdad) two and a half years ago in a wreck. Thank you for sharing your story.
Melinda, my parents adopted my 2 cousins who were molested by my uncle from a young age. And I was only 18 when this happened and had just had my own little girl but I BEGGED my parents to please take care of them the are 2 and 4 years younger than me. It is such a hard thing to heal from and I'm so happy you have so much love and support in your family. You are so strong and have done a great job overcoming what you went through. I'm proud if you.
You just keep growing in my eyes. How amazingly strong and brave you were as a teenager! What you've had to go through is something no child should have to experience, and it makes me SO MAD that person took advantage of the situation in that way! I am so, so, so sorry you had to go through that ❤ That being said, you really are an inspiration to everyone going through hard things. You show us that life CAN get better, it is NOT over, and help IS available! To think what an extraordinary woman you are now, a great mother, a fantastic sister, a very loved daughter obviously, and achieving so much in your life at such a young age... You show the world that everything is possible, and everyone is worthy of the BEST life has to offer! I am over on the other side of the planet, does not know anyone in your family, and still, you are one of my biggest inspirations and one of the people I really, truly look up to and aspire to be more like. I am so proud of you and so thankful you got out of that bad situation and in to such a wonderful family!
I know it was very difficult sharing your story but think of the many girls you will inspire to share their experience with an adult. You are not only strong, you're an overcomer. I'm glad you had the strength to get out of a toxic relationship before you married him. You didn't follow blindly with your heart but showed strength of character 💪 ✨️. Continue to be an inspiration to others. Thank you Melinda. 😊
Thank you for sharing your story. It truly takes a lot of courage to share everything that you went through. I am a domestic violence survivor. I want to share what I’ve been through because I feel that I can possibly help others by opening up. I also feel that maybe I can educate others who just don’t understand. I’m very happy for you that things turned out well. Take care!
you are so brave Melinda. thank you so much for being so open and honest with us. I know your story will help and inspire any of your followers going through something similar
It breaks my heart you and Jaime or ANY child has gone through this trauma. Thank you for sharing you never know who it may help. Sending love and so many hugs from Wilsonville Oregon.
Being an empathetic person and hearing the pain in your voice instantly brought tears to my eyes. Sending you all my love and hugs! You're an inspiration
You are one amazing girl Melinda and you are such a beautiful piece in the Pettit family! 💖💕 I’m so sorry you had to go through sa…it is heartbreaking…no kid should never have to go through it… I am SO glad that your friend told her mom, so you got the help💖💕 You, Scarlett and the whole Pettitfamily are lovely! Thanks for sharing💖💖
I'm glad you told that girl she opened the doors for you she really did the greatest thing for I'm a survivor too I'm so glad you are happy I'm proud of you Melinda
You are an amazing person Melinda. To have come from so much and be as sure minded and stable as you are. It’s a strength you should be proud of not just the incredible person you have become but also a wonderful mother as well.
Malinda the OG and legend thank you for sharing your story with us you are so brave for telling your story so glad that you found your forever family and they are so blessed to have you as their daughter this made me cry can’t wait for more videos I am so excited for your brothers bob and chez and sister Emma adoption very soon this is so exciting definitely can’t wait to meet them and see there faces for the first time I had cried watching this video
Melinda thank you for sharing your story. I to am a survivor of SA from even younger. You are stronger than you know. Remember we are NOT what happened to us, we are what we CHOOSE to be.
I’m so sorry Melinda. You are so strong! I can’t imagine how traumatizing all of that was for you. You are such a beautiful person and deserve an amazing life!
I'm sorry you had to go through what you went through Melinda. No child should ever go through that. I'm so happy that from such a horrid situation you were able to find your family and so much good has come from you being able to speak your truth, from your adoption to Jaime and Aroura been so well looked after. You are so brave and strong! An amazing young woman xx
Melinda this is your story and you keep it, hold on to it, and you use it to get stronger, more brave, and at times I tell my kids who were adopted,mentally and physically abused. Who were abandoned before the age of 6. I told my kids to kick its ass and defeat it by using all the things I offer. Most of all, do the best as a kid, teenager, and student. Finally, go to college and be whatever they wanted to be. They did and they are doing it. They told me I should write a book about working with them, working in the street, and working with over 2,500 kids. I told my kids that it is there story not mine. My story is to love my shrink son, my attorney daughter, my surgical P.A., my marine biologist, and my musician son and they did it their own.
I'm so sorry you went through all of that, but I'm glad it brought you to your family. You and Crystal are so similar, it's just adorable and it was clearly meant to be. 💜
Thank you for sharing your story of why you came to be adopted I'm so sorry for what you went through as a child I can definitely relate to this as it happened to me as a child but mine was a family member and I went into care from the age of 6 to 12 I was never fostered or adopted out I'm so pleased that you came to Crystal and Arrons and then finally getting your forever family with them you and Jamie so fit in the family I'm really pleased for you both p. s scarlet is a little cutie and your mirror image
Melinda you were so BRAVE! Thank God you ended up in such a loving home! It was such a blessing for all of you. I only wish you wouldn't have had to go through that terrible abuse! You are so sweet and strong! You are a wonderful Mom and your so kind to all your family! Your a beautiful woman inside and out! God Bless you and keep you! Lots of Love 💗
I’m so sorry I couldn’t finish the video. It brought up to many bad memories of my experiences. But I always watch all your videos entirely and just want to say you’re an amazing and beautiful person inside and out, an amazing mother and sister. Thanks for sharing your story and being so brave. 💖
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That was a difficult and painful childhood to say the least. You are very strong - balanced with your sweetness. Thank goodness you talked to your girl friend who shared your story with the principal. A good message for others to learn from….to share their negative and scary situation with somebody trustworthy who will help them. . So happy you found your forever home with such a loving and happy family. . You and Crystal were meant to be mom & daughter! And Aaron as your dad too!
Parents unknowingly have such a huge influence in our lives and you can tell she really looks up to her mom Crystal and she decided to dye her hair blonde to match her Mom's hair
Wow Melinda, you can be very proud of the way you carry yourself. You probably saved Jamie too and who knows who else. A lot of people have said that you are very relatable and gentle and I think that you are a good listener too. Lovely mother and daughter.
Thank you for sharing your story. it is super hard to deal with normal things when you have a history of beging abused. i to lived that kind of abuse. At 62 i can honestly say that you did the best thing to have him pay for what he did. You are doing so well and i know there are so many things that you stil have to deal with alone. But you have wonderfull family to be there and to love you through is all. you are winning and healing and i am so proud of you. love and light Always!!
Hey Melinda, ty for sharing your background story. I'm so sorry for your pain. By telling your own story, I'm sure other children experiencing a like situation, may feel confident enough to seek help for themselves. It is so important that the child realize whatever happened was not their own fault! God blessed you with your forever family, including your sister, Jamie. With continued love and support from your new family, you have become a very caring, compassionate young woman and mother. Take care Melinda, and God bless you on your upcoming journeys. 🤗 🤗 CarrieJo/PA
Melinda, you are brave, you are strong, you survived. Bless you for speaking out and for Crystal for being by your side while you told of your journey in life. I am so sorry Melinda you had been through this. The world is your oyster now, with a beautiful family in the Petits, you have the support. You and Crystal get great giggles, ye were a match for sure as a family. Now you are here Melinda as you say, go forward now and keep flowering with your beautiful personality.
Looks like you had a really rough life till you met the super crazy beautiful loveable couple that’s everyone one adore so much. That is Crystal and Arron. I’m glad you found the and let you call them mom and dad. It’s gotta be hard to talk about this. Hugs
Melinda you are so brave to open up like you did on this video. It is very hard to tell people that you have been sexually abused. I know first hand. I was in my 20's when it happened to me but it was still very hard. I am super close to my Mom and I still couldn't tell her because I was scared. Thank You for sharing your story with all of us. ❤️
It is very brave of you to talk about your ordeal. I don't know if I could. It doesn't matter what age you are if you get molested, it is very traumatic.
Melinda, you are a bada$$! Despite being terrified you made that phone call. You are one of the bravest women to exist. Sharing your story is going to help others in the same situation to be brave.
So proud of you Melinda, i held on to my pain for over twenty years. And i always think of how i should have spoken up as a child. So glad you found your forever family lots of love 💗
It was so brave of you to tell this story Melinda! You are stronger because of all you have gone through in life and you are the luckiest girl to land with this amazing family that you are now a part of. So happy for you and Jamie because Crystal and Aaron of the best parents that you could ever ask for.
It was VERY BRAVE of you to share all of your story Malinda 💞 I’m sure this will touch other’s and help them through thing’s 💞 Thank you for sharing 🤗😘💞
Melinda, as a childhood sex abuse survivor, I have to tell you haw brave and courageous you are! It took me several years to gain the courage to speak up! You are a superstar! ❤️❤️❤️
I am so glad that you are using your platform to bring light to abuse. I was sexually abused at maybe 7 by my grandparents neighbor. I’m 43 now. To this day, no one in my family knows. I have always felt ashamed. I’d let my parents down. But here I am, speaking up, because of you. As a grown woman and mother, I feel that all Moms out there have to teach their children to advocate for themselves and if they cannot then let an adult know when your uncomfortable. Kids need to learn how to be fast these days. Sad but true. We don’t know what’s in our surroundings these days. Love you Melinda and Crystal! God Bless. 💝😘
Omg pls dont feel ashamed of yourself or u have let your parents down. U r not at fault!! U were 7!! If anybody needs to be ashamed its them, the ones who abused u!! Huggsss!!
Thanks for sharing your story with us❤️You are so brave and a amazing woman, mother, daughter and sister😍 be proud of yourself 😉 if it is not to emotional can you please make a part 2 with what happened after you moved out. And how you and Jamie reconnected or did you stay in contact during all this? Greetings from Austria
Just watched your video and it’s amazing how well you and Crystal get along. So glad you both met and knew it was meant to be. Glad you found your forever family. Love your channel and the keep it crazy families (watch all the channels). Amazing parents and very thankful and loving siblings. God Bless Each of YOU!!!
Melinda if I knew you I would give you the biggest hug and not let go for the longest time. I am so proud of you for sharing your story. I’ve been watching these channels of your family for a number of years and I’m not certain if you’ve ever told us that details but my heart stopped and I just wanted to hug you I currently have a 15-year-old daughter and just to even think about how scared and how awful that that was for you it’s broken my heart but I’m so proud of who you’ve become and grateful of course for your family
Thank you for sharing your story!!! I was abused from 11 to 14... but I didn't press charges until I was 35. After years of healing its still haunts me. I wish I could hug you xoxox
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You were so brave to tell the principal the truth! I’m a Clinical Social Worker. Most likely, he was abusing other children too, so you stopped that. Feel proud Melinda!
Have you ever considered going to school to train to be a therapist? You have such a caring heart and you're so understanding. I think anyone can relate to you within minutes.
That is, if she’s the kind of therapist who opens up about her own feelings and personal life, like my old therapist was. That’s what helped me get through, her saying, “Everyone’s human, even me.” If not, she’ll sadly get a bad rap just like the other six I had.
@@dontmindme.imjustafraidofe9327 isn't that against the rules??
@@keithvnumber1 I don’t know. Like, she wouldn’t mention it in a way that made it about her, but rather in a way that made me feel less alone.
@@keithvnumber1 if the therapist is relating to having emotions or making errors as humans do, then no. If the therapist is using the session to tell their client their personal stories...yes. But making your client/patient feel less alone by stating a truth (we all make mistakes, even me; anger is an emotion we all feel, I can feel that way too. It's important to recognize the feeling and figure out why you are feeling that way in that moment... Etc).
Good grief you can't make a blanket statement without the proper police always chiming in. By relatable I meant she has a personality that makes you feel at ease and is very Understanding. I'm not saying Melinda is going to need to give her life story to every client. They can watch her RUclips for that for fk sake. Why do all the negative Nellie's gotta butt in?
A friend of mine’s daughter was diagnosed with cancer stage 4 at the age of 7. She passed away 3years later. She was a beautiful child, a fighter, wise beyond her years. She loved a song by a singer, Mandisa, called, “overcomer”. I was actually able to help her attend a concert and have backstage passes to meet Mandisa herself. It was incredible. Keira would play that song over and over to fill up her love cup and give her strength to keep fighting. After hearing your arduous climb to overcome all you’ve been through i see that same spark Keira had in you! You’re going to do amazing things with your life, because you are an overcomer and you deserve the very best of what this world has to offer! Keep going and Never.Give.Up!
I knew most of the story from Crazy Pieces, but not about the abuse. I've been through some trauma too, and know how hard it is to talk to someone, but I give you so much credit for doing that, and telling it on social media too. You are so brave, and never forget that! You're an incredible person and Scarlett is lucky to have you as a mom!
Your family should write a book with all your stories in about 5 years...so you can share how well you all did!
Melinda’s the OG and the legend that brought this incredible journey to a start. I am happy you guys got a family like the petits genuinely inspired by you and your story. I love you guys💕
Rose from NY
Arriana was the first child they adopted
Ariana was the first adopted but Melinda was the first foster child.
@@trishagabel2915 melinda was their first teen foster they've had over 30 foster children!!
@@dbergmann2090 Melinda was actually their second foster teen, they mentioned that in the video. They didn’t adopt the first foster teen though
You are so strong! I am proud of you for getting the evidence they needed to charge you perpetrator. I am so happy you have been able to get adopted and have the Petit last name! You keep charging that mountain!
Melinda! Girl, you are one courageous young lady! You would make an incredible case worker for young girls because you know first hand the trials kids in foster care go through. I am beyond happy that you and the Pettit families paths crossed. All these years later, they are still you biggest support and cheering section like a family is intended to be. Like I said, COURAGEOUS! That is you Melinda. ❤ Sending you love and light.
Thank you for sharing your story, you are such a remarkable young lady. The bond that you 2 share is so sweet. 💝
You are an amazing woman Melinda. Sorry you had to go through all that but glad your friend and you were brave enough to tell your story. Don’t ever apologise for crying or feeling emotional. Fast forward and now you have the best family. I was so happy that they could finally adopt you and I’m glad Jamie is changing her name 🤗
Maybe one day when you are ready you will tell us how you met Scarlette’s dad. I’d like to hear her story too. You are so lucky to have her. She’s such a kind hearted, beautiful soul. Is Max still her favourite? 😁
I was clapping it is so great that you got your happily ever after and spoke about your abuse it helps young victims to get help .
You are so a strong woman, just believe in yourself. So many people like you for the correct reason I love you!!!!!!
So proud of you for being brave and telling your story Melinda. Remember while it's very hard, if your story encourages even one person to come forward, it's worth it.
Melinda I feel for u so much. I was sexual assaulted by 2 different people (was also in foster care) & now I suffer from complex PTSD with anxiety & depression. So happy u were able to find a foster home (forever home)!! Thank u for sharing your story.
You're a brave woman to share your story. I know you will help many other girls out there who are going thru the same thing! Keep being you ❤
An awful back story that no kid should ever go through. So glad you found the courage to speak out. Now the stars have aligned & you & Jamie have a forever family. ❤️❤️
I wish i could reach through this screen and hug you. My mother also had ID and i remember feeling so confused when i was young. I didn't understand why she didn't help me when i was sa'd and physically abused by my bio dad. She was also being abused by him and i now realized she did the best she could for her abilities. It took me along time to understand the whole picture. I'm so grateful for the relationship i was able to build with her as an adult. She was such a simple and sincere person and i appreciate that so much. I lost her and my dad (stepdad) two and a half years ago in a wreck. Thank you for sharing your story.
Thank you for sharing your story Melinda. I know it must be tough to talk about it & relive some of these bad memories.
So sorry you went through that. You are such a strong and beautiful woman. Proud you had the courage to tell your story
You have a good friend that will be willing to tell a responsible adult to help you to a safe place
Melinda, my parents adopted my 2 cousins who were molested by my uncle from a young age. And I was only 18 when this happened and had just had my own little girl but I BEGGED my parents to please take care of them the are 2 and 4 years younger than me. It is such a hard thing to heal from and I'm so happy you have so much love and support in your family. You are so strong and have done a great job overcoming what you went through. I'm proud if you.
You just keep growing in my eyes. How amazingly strong and brave you were as a teenager! What you've had to go through is something no child should have to experience, and it makes me SO MAD that person took advantage of the situation in that way! I am so, so, so sorry you had to go through that ❤
That being said, you really are an inspiration to everyone going through hard things. You show us that life CAN get better, it is NOT over, and help IS available! To think what an extraordinary woman you are now, a great mother, a fantastic sister, a very loved daughter obviously, and achieving so much in your life at such a young age... You show the world that everything is possible, and everyone is worthy of the BEST life has to offer!
I am over on the other side of the planet, does not know anyone in your family, and still, you are one of my biggest inspirations and one of the people I really, truly look up to and aspire to be more like. I am so proud of you and so thankful you got out of that bad situation and in to such a wonderful family!
I know it was very difficult sharing your story but think of the many girls you will inspire to share their experience with an adult. You are not only strong, you're an overcomer. I'm glad you had the strength to get out of a toxic relationship before you married him. You didn't follow blindly with your heart but showed strength of character 💪 ✨️. Continue to be an inspiration to others. Thank you Melinda. 😊
I was abuse in many ways I'm sending you love. Took me years to move on I wish I had a friend like u to talk to
Thank you for sharing your story. It truly takes a lot of courage to share everything that you went through. I am a domestic violence survivor. I want to share what I’ve been through because I feel that I can possibly help others by opening up. I also feel that maybe I can educate others who just don’t understand.
I’m very happy for you that things turned out well. Take care!
you are so brave Melinda. thank you so much for being so open and honest with us. I know your story will help and inspire any of your followers going through something similar
It breaks my heart you and Jaime or ANY child has gone through this trauma. Thank you for sharing you never know who it may help. Sending love and so many hugs from Wilsonville Oregon.
You are a very strong young lady Melinda. Follow your heart with whatever you want to do in life!
This gave me goosebumps and not the good kind :( I'm so proud of you Melinda for sharing your story! You're amazing never forget it💙💙💙
Being an empathetic person and hearing the pain in your voice instantly brought tears to my eyes. Sending you all my love and hugs! You're an inspiration
Melinda, so sorry about the bad parts you endured in your past. Thank you for sharing. You are so strong.
You are one amazing girl Melinda and you are such a beautiful piece in the Pettit family! 💖💕
I’m so sorry you had to go through sa…it is heartbreaking…no kid should never have to go through it…
I am SO glad that your friend told her mom, so you got the help💖💕
You, Scarlett and the whole Pettitfamily are lovely! Thanks for sharing💖💖
You are such a beautiful strong woman and a inspiration for others to come forward and stop the abuse.
I'm glad you told that girl she opened the doors for you she really did the greatest thing for I'm a survivor too I'm so glad you are happy I'm proud of you Melinda
Thank you for being so open about what you went through. The more we talk about things like this the better. It helps others not feel so alone.
You are an amazing person Melinda. To have come from so much and be as sure minded and stable as you are. It’s a strength you should be proud of not just the incredible person you have become but also a wonderful mother as well.
Malinda the OG and legend thank you for sharing your story with us you are so brave for telling your story so glad that you found your forever family and they are so blessed to have you as their daughter this made me cry can’t wait for more videos I am so excited for your brothers bob and chez and sister Emma adoption very soon this is so exciting definitely can’t wait to meet them and see there faces for the first time I had cried watching this video
Melinda thank you for sharing your story. I to am a survivor of SA from even younger. You are stronger than you know. Remember we are NOT what happened to us, we are what we CHOOSE to be.
I’m so sorry Melinda. You are so strong! I can’t imagine how traumatizing all of that was for you. You are such a beautiful person and deserve an amazing life!
I'm sorry you had to go through what you went through Melinda. No child should ever go through that. I'm so happy that from such a horrid situation you were able to find your family and so much good has come from you being able to speak your truth, from your adoption to Jaime and Aroura been so well looked after. You are so brave and strong! An amazing young woman xx
Melinda this is your story and you keep it, hold on to it, and you use it to get stronger, more brave, and at times I tell my kids who were adopted,mentally and physically abused. Who were abandoned before the age of 6. I told my kids to kick its ass and defeat it by using all the things I offer. Most of all, do the best as a kid, teenager, and student. Finally, go to college and be whatever they wanted to be. They did and they are doing it. They told me I should write a book about working with them, working in the street, and working with over 2,500 kids. I told my kids that it is there story not mine. My story is to love my shrink son, my attorney daughter, my surgical P.A., my marine biologist, and my musician son and they did it their own.
Thank you for being so transparent, Melinda, you truly are inspiring ❤️
Tons of love and hugs to you girl and Jamie!! Yes I know her story too. Love you and the whole amazing family!!
What an amazing journey. Glad you all found each other! Your family is pretty amazing.
Thank you for being so raw and vulnerable!! You are so strong and beautiful. I never knew your whole story until now. Thank you for sharing.
I'm so sorry you went through all of that, but I'm glad it brought you to your family. You and Crystal are so similar, it's just adorable and it was clearly meant to be. 💜
You are so strong for telling that story! Thank you Melinda. Love from Germany.
Melinda, I love you. You are so brave for telling your story and helping others feel they can talk to someone. Love your channel.
Thank you for sharing your story of why you came to be adopted I'm so sorry for what you went through as a child I can definitely relate to this as it happened to me as a child but mine was a family member and I went into care from the age of 6 to 12 I was never fostered or adopted out I'm so pleased that you came to Crystal and Arrons and then finally getting your forever family with them you and Jamie so fit in the family I'm really pleased for you both p. s scarlet is a little cutie and your mirror image
You two have such wonderful chemistry! Sending love.
I loved your story!! You are stronger than you know!! 💕 everything happens for a reason.
I’m so glad your story ends in adoption of course I already knew that part but after everything you went through it’s so amazing
Absolutely love you Melinda, thank you for sharing your story ❤️
You are a brave and beautiful person. Thank for sharing your story.
Melinda, you’re such a brave and beautiful young woman. Thank you for sharing your story. God bless
After so much struggles God put you in the right house. Blessings
Melinda you were so BRAVE! Thank God you ended up in such a loving home! It was such a blessing for all of you. I only wish you wouldn't have had to go through that terrible abuse! You are so sweet and strong! You are a wonderful Mom and your so kind to all your family! Your a beautiful woman inside and out! God Bless you and keep you! Lots of Love 💗
Melinda with everything you have faced in your short life you are incredible and an amazing mom daughter sister friend ❤️
I always knew you are strong! Love you, Granny from Spokane here!
I’m so sorry I couldn’t finish the video. It brought up to many bad memories of my experiences. But I always watch all your videos entirely and just want to say you’re an amazing and beautiful person inside and out, an amazing mother and sister. Thanks for sharing your story and being so brave. 💖
Thank you for sharing! You are really strong and so kind! This story breaks my heart! Im so glad your friend decided to tell!
Thank you for sharing your story! I can relate 100%! You are such a sweet beautiful person!!
Also thank you for sharing your story. I'm so sorry what had happened to you. I'm glad you are where you are in life. You are such a strong woman.
You and your mom are so cute! Glad you found the right one!😊
I understand Melinda. God bless you never look down on yourself. You don't have to settle for just any man. God has someone very special for you.
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That was a difficult and painful childhood to say the least. You are very strong - balanced with your sweetness.
Thank goodness you talked to your girl friend who shared your story with the principal. A good message for others to learn from….to share their negative and scary situation with somebody trustworthy who will help them. .
So happy you found your forever home with such a loving and happy family. . You and Crystal were meant to be mom & daughter! And Aaron as your dad too!
Awwww I'm do glad you found your forever family
Parents unknowingly have such a huge influence in our lives and you can tell she really looks up to her mom Crystal and she decided to dye her hair blonde to match her Mom's hair
Wow Melinda, you can be very proud of the way you carry yourself. You probably saved Jamie too and who knows who else. A lot of people have said that you are very relatable and gentle and I think that you are a good listener too. Lovely mother and daughter.
Thank you for sharing your story. it is super hard to deal with normal things when you have a history of beging abused. i to lived that kind of abuse. At 62 i can honestly say that you did the best thing to have him pay for what he did. You are doing so well and i know there are so many things that you stil have to deal with alone. But you have wonderfull family to be there and to love you through is all. you are winning and healing and i am so proud of you. love and light Always!!
Hey Melinda, ty for sharing your background story. I'm so sorry for your pain. By telling your own story, I'm sure other children experiencing a like situation, may feel confident enough to seek help for themselves. It is so important that the child realize whatever happened was not their own fault! God blessed you with your forever family, including your sister, Jamie. With continued love and support from your new family, you have become a very caring, compassionate young woman and mother. Take care Melinda, and God bless you on your upcoming journeys. 🤗 🤗 CarrieJo/PA
Melinda your amazing to be with Crystal & Aaron what a lovely wonderful family I ❤ your family miss watching Crazy Middles & ❤ Crazy Middles also
Melinda, you are brave, you are strong, you survived. Bless you for speaking out and for Crystal for being by your side while you told of your journey in life. I am so sorry Melinda you had been through this. The world is your oyster now, with a beautiful family in the Petits, you have the support. You and Crystal get great giggles, ye were a match for sure as a family. Now you are here Melinda as you say, go forward now and keep flowering with your beautiful personality.
I’m so sorry Melinda.You’re are so strong & brave! You’re so beautiful & I’m so glad you’re part of the Pettit family.much love!❤️🥰
Looks like you had a really rough life till you met the super crazy beautiful loveable couple that’s everyone one adore so much. That is Crystal and Arron. I’m glad you found the and let you call them mom and dad. It’s gotta be hard to talk about this. Hugs
Thank you for sharing Melinda 🤗🥰
Awe my Melinda I ❤️u! You are an amazing strong great mommy and sister anyone could ever have
Melinda you are so brave to open up like you did on this video. It is very hard to tell people that you have been sexually abused. I know first hand. I was in my 20's when it happened to me but it was still very hard. I am super close to my Mom and I still couldn't tell her because I was scared. Thank You for sharing your story with all of us. ❤️
It is very brave of you to talk about your ordeal. I don't know if I could. It doesn't matter what age you are if you get molested, it is very traumatic.
Melinda, you are a bada$$! Despite being terrified you made that phone call. You are one of the bravest women to exist. Sharing your story is going to help others in the same situation to be brave.
So proud of you Melinda, i held on to my pain for over twenty years. And i always think of how i should have spoken up as a child. So glad you found your forever family lots of love 💗
It was so brave of you to tell this story Melinda! You are stronger because of all you have gone through in life and you are the luckiest girl to land with this amazing family that you are now a part of. So happy for you and Jamie because Crystal and Aaron of the best parents that you could ever ask for.
Thank you for being so transparent. You may have helped another girl tell someone her story of abuse and be able to get help.
I kinda went threw the same thing but it was my dad that did it to me.And I have been in foster homes to.You are a very strong woman Melinda
It was VERY BRAVE of you to share all of your story Malinda 💞 I’m sure this will touch other’s and help them through thing’s 💞 Thank you for sharing 🤗😘💞
What I learned from the foster, adopted, the throwaway kids is that want you to be quiet and just be there.
Melinda, as a childhood sex abuse survivor, I have to tell you haw brave and courageous you are! It took me several years to gain the courage to speak up! You are a superstar! ❤️❤️❤️
I know it was hard for you to share. Thanks for sharing your story.
I am so glad that you are using your platform to bring light to abuse. I was sexually abused at maybe 7 by my grandparents neighbor. I’m 43 now. To this day, no one in my family knows. I have always felt ashamed. I’d let my parents down. But here I am, speaking up, because of you. As a grown woman and mother, I feel that all Moms out there have to teach their children to advocate for themselves and if they cannot then let an adult know when your uncomfortable. Kids need to learn how to be fast these days. Sad but true. We don’t know what’s in our surroundings these days. Love you Melinda and Crystal! God Bless. 💝😘
Omg pls dont feel ashamed of yourself or u have let your parents down. U r not at fault!! U were 7!! If anybody needs to be ashamed its them, the ones who abused u!! Huggsss!!
Thanks for sharing your story with us❤️You are so brave and a amazing woman, mother, daughter and sister😍 be proud of yourself 😉 if it is not to emotional can you please make a part 2 with what happened after you moved out. And how you and Jamie reconnected or did you stay in contact during all this? Greetings from Austria
Thanks for being so brave to share your story Melinda. It will help a lot of people 💕
Just watched your video and it’s amazing how well you and Crystal get along. So glad you both met and knew it was meant to be. Glad you found your forever family. Love your channel and the keep it crazy families (watch all the channels). Amazing parents and very thankful and loving siblings. God Bless Each of YOU!!!
Melinda if I knew you I would give you the biggest hug and not let go for the longest time. I am so proud of you for sharing your story. I’ve been watching these channels of your family for a number of years and I’m not certain if you’ve ever told us that details but my heart stopped and I just wanted to hug you I currently have a 15-year-old daughter and just to even think about how scared and how awful that that was for you it’s broken my heart but I’m so proud of who you’ve become and grateful of course for your family
Melinda, you were clearly meant to be a Pettit. God bless you. How very lucky that things worked out so well for you and Jaime. 🌷🌷
Thank you Melinda for sharing your story, you are so brave. Have considered to go back to school and study to be a therapist ?
You're such a strong person. Thank you for sharing your journey! How old was chrystal when she took you in?? ☺️
Thank you for sharing your story!!! I was abused from 11 to 14... but I didn't press charges until I was 35. After years of healing its still haunts me. I wish I could hug you xoxox
I love you’re family you’re videos and you’re channel sooo very much. I’ve been watching since the very beginning.
thank you for sharing something so personal with us!
You are a lovely young lady with so much strength- sending love xx