That older brother....ugh. He broke my heart when he broke. He had the weight of the world on his shoulders, protecting and worrying about his younger brother.
Christy Downs ... well if that’s true why are people pro-abortion and anti-adoption? I’m adopted and so glad to have been, rather than have a birth parent forced to raise me when they couldn’t.
@@Orion227 The same reason why medical care, education, food, etc are not entirely provided by the state; the world is still run on free will and someone has to pay for these things. For the ones who don't have access, some kind of moral judgment has to be made.
@@Orion227 yeah but who is pro abortion but anti adoption? Yeah increased unwanted abortions create less adoption because there is decrease in number of children that are unwanted. Opens up the opportunity for children who lost parents due to tragedies find a new home. A better life
Did you ever notice that the jerks (and I'm being kind here and watching my language) who make comments like that Cobb Knobbler either have no content on their page; that or it consists of videos of their gaming "skillz"?
Beautiful story! Being a successful single father, never married, at close to 40, was surprisingly rewarding for me as well. Welcome to the family life partner!!
Real men? I love this story too but I hate when women use that term. My uncle never married or had any children. He went to medical school and then spent his whole life traveling to third world countries to give medical care to those without access to it. We all have different paths in life ma'am. Please don't tie a someone's manhood to what they choose to do with their life.
@@DinoHunter56 She's just saying that cause there is a preconcieved notion of what a real man is and she is just saying that this dude is a real man too, even though he does not fit societies definition of a real man.
Awe i just love him! For what he did of course! What a hero what a leader what an awesome dad. And u def could hear in his voice when he said "broke down and took away from that life" he loves her and then the damn wedding photo at the end! Look at how amazingly happy he was! She makes him so frickin happy and the whole story is beautiful had me tearin up the whole time.
beautiful story. I had a horrible childhood in poverty and abuse as well. as a child, I thought the rest of my life would be like that. thankfully, I pushed myself to ensure my children never have to endure what I did.
Oh, I love this story!! What a great guy. He was brought into these two great boy’s lives because it was a way to rescue them & him as well. He had at first, two wonderful sons then he found the right woman for him & 3 more beautiful children to be a part of this family. This is just the coolest. What a great blessing for all of these great people. They are now a beautiful family. How cool is that. ❤️
I can't add anything else! As a matter of fact, I am responding to this with tears in my eyes and a lump in my throat! Just the best thing, EVER!!😇🙏😍😎😉👀
somehow came across this amazing story.. did some googling and was really glad to hear that the mook's are still doing well. Jack who was not only a former detective, but was a paratrooper in the gulf war has since retired from the force and now runs his own boxing gym.
What a lovely story to end on. It is so nice that they have all found one another. I am especially pleased for the two boys, after their earlier upsets. I hope everyone has a long and happy life.
I’m single ; and I definitely realize what I’m missing ! Being alone all these years is wearing on me. I get sick & tired of guys at work complaining about their wives , being unappreciative of what they have !
This man won at life. Got to enjoy and be happy in his bachelorhood. Then have the joy of being a father to 2 boys. And then found a Diane Lane lookalike who seems lovely and have that complete family in his older age. Wow.
This was such an awesome story. "It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a help meet for him." Beautiful and true...thank you so much for sharing.
What a great story with a beautiful ending Jack your 1 in a million special man who changed those boys lives now they have a good daddy and mommy and some siblings , you boys have been blessed , heart warming and touching , pay it forward I know there are a lot more good men out there who could do the same.
OMG he's married now I first saw this story a few years ago and now he's married with three more kids oh my goodness how God has a way of getting people together!!
This touched me so. And then to see the Mrs. & her sweet babies. I just kissed the puppy when it popped up!! That was the icing on the cake for me. Awww this was a beautiful story💞
One malady that old age have gifted seniors are dry eyes. Fortunately I've lucked into a solution recently and now my struggles with dry eyes can easily be mitigated by any all of Steve Hartman heartwarming stories...I get a good laugh, a cleansing cry and my belief in humanity is reinforced. Best non_ pharmaceutical therapy, natural, sustainable and free. Please don't stop Mr hartman.
Smh foster parents foster a kid as a punching bag that’s not what a foster parent and the definition of a foster parent. This cop is the real definition of what a foster “parent” should be.
they may not be his biological sons by they sure look alike
I know right you'd probably never suspect that fact...they'll grow to be as handsome as he is...
This was meant to be!!!
Right?!---like he spit'em out hisself!
That's what I was thinking as well. Sure it is meant to be.
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That older brother....ugh. He broke my heart when he broke. He had the weight of the world on his shoulders, protecting and worrying about his younger brother.
The world needs more older brothers like the one here.
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I feel sorry for any boys who will break his daughter's heart now. 4 brothers and a dad cop.
and at least 2 brothers know how to box too...
Thats how it should be. She will be very well protected.
I know.. It is like wow you are super hot but yeah.. I am gonna pass ok... lmao
you forgot to add the pitbull with a 6pack
Rusenescu Alin -Haha! Yes, I saw him staring at the camera too!
“Did you go to the bar because you knew he’d be there?”
“Yes”
LMAO 😂
its great compliment for him.
The 'ahh' that Steve and Jack did were great responses.
Its so funny that woman went to that bar looking for him haha. I love it.
I wouldn’t mind being stalked by a gorgeous woman like her
Another perfect example of how you don't need to share DNA to be a parent
"sharing" DNA is about 1/10 of 1% of it...
Christy Downs ... well if that’s true why are people pro-abortion and anti-adoption? I’m adopted and so glad to have been, rather than have a birth parent forced to raise me when they couldn’t.
@@Orion227 The same reason why medical care, education, food, etc are not entirely provided by the state; the world is still run on free will and someone has to pay for these things. For the ones who don't have access, some kind of moral judgment has to be made.
@@Orion227 yeah but who is pro abortion but anti adoption? Yeah increased unwanted abortions create less adoption because there is decrease in number of children that are unwanted. Opens up the opportunity for children who lost parents due to tragedies find a new home. A better life
@@Orion227 Who in the world is anti-adoption, exactly?
You want to know what it means to be a true man? Jack Mook is a perfect example.
Cobb Knobbler Please share your esteemed opinion, pal.
Did you ever notice that the jerks (and I'm being kind here and watching my language) who make comments like that Cobb Knobbler either have no content on their page; that or it consists of videos of their gaming "skillz"?
CPFS yes lmao
@Cobb Knobbler Knob.
I hope to whatever is above that maybe watches us- that I do become an example of a good father.
"For fun he hits people." 😂😂😂😂 I'm dying.
and it's legal
Never have I been so disappointed to see, that I had already liked a comment!
This comment is way too underrated! 😂😂
i got a giggle to at that one LOL
😂🤣🤣🤣
this is just by far the best story I have seen, such a great guy, I hope his marriage lasts forever!!!
Molly Westmoreland So do I
Don’t forget the dog 😂
Me too!
Yes, me too. Amazing story.
I admire your comment but there is no such as "forever". "Till death do as part"....yes.
Even brings a tear to a 41 year old rugged man...
Respectfully, here's a Kleenex to wipe your tear.
That's a true heart of a father. whoever dislikes this video, must be those neglectful foster parents
Yeah and they all must be brain 🧠 dead
The dog @ 2:47 -- "This is my family. Don't touch 'em."
alzorama LOL
Omg I didn’t notice 😭😭😭
He even turned his nose at the crew 😂😂
I have a feeling that this man won't die alone in a home for the elderly.
Silence is golden
This story just kept getting better! He fosters the kids, then adopts the kids, then marries... Now if only the dog would rejoice 😂😂😂
The wife is a beauty, Mook got what he deserved. I wish I was a Mook.
Don't wish. Be. There's so many children waiting to be adopted.
1bls The wife is a beauty??? she is a 🤢old women👵!!!
Honestly his entire story could the plot for a movie
I agree :) this type of story should be transformed into a movie. Then this guy and his own family will have a cameo appearance.
Beautiful story! Being a successful single father, never married, at close to 40, was surprisingly rewarding for me as well. Welcome to the family life partner!!
Beautiful story indeed! I'm glad to know you gave love a chance and found your life partner.
I loved this story in 2014, but now it goes from a great story to a perfect story. Congratulations Jack and family.
Oh I am so glad he got married. He is wonderful! Congrats to both!
You don't have to necessarily get married to be a family.
This has been awhile ago, but I just hope they all are so happy. Everyone deserves this kind of family!
Real men cut onions..and adopt kids.and say hello back to cute single moms..?? Way to go, guy.
Your heart can feel what your eyes cannot see.
Real men? I love this story too but I hate when women use that term. My uncle never married or had any children. He went to medical school and then spent his whole life traveling to third world countries to give medical care to those without access to it. We all have different paths in life ma'am. Please don't tie a someone's manhood to what they choose to do with their life.
@@DinoHunter56 She's just saying that cause there is a preconcieved notion of what a real man is and she is just saying that this dude is a real man too, even though he does not fit societies definition of a real man.
I think dog stole the show at 2:47
bench175 did you see the definition in his chest?! Dogs got an 8 pack!
I wonder what bar that dog will be in.
d villa he’s straight up protecting his family
Lmao yes!!!! Just staring lol
Dog is a Jedi Master of the photobomb.
2:48 I love the dog at the end staring right into the camera!
We need more Jack Mooks
Awe i just love him! For what he did of course! What a hero what a leader what an awesome dad. And u def could hear in his voice when he said "broke down and took away from that life" he loves her and then the damn wedding photo at the end! Look at how amazingly happy he was! She makes him so frickin happy and the whole story is beautiful had me tearin up the whole time.
that is nice family, and she is pretty. good things come to people who do good.
Wouldn't have mattered if she weren't pretty. She's got a pretty big heart and that's what matters.
GREAT story, thanks for sharing. Wishing the family many many years of love, happiness and joy.
Rio DJeNIRO Me too
What a beautiful story and family! The boys even resemble Jack. Awesome!
They're right....he is a true mans man!
beautiful story. I had a horrible childhood in poverty and abuse as well. as a child, I thought the rest of my life would be like that. thankfully, I pushed myself to ensure my children never have to endure what I did.
So happy for the boys and their dad, and his wife and family!
Oh, I love this story!! What a great guy. He was brought into these two great boy’s lives because it was a way to rescue them & him as well. He had at first, two wonderful sons then he found the right woman for him & 3 more beautiful children to be a part of this family. This is just the coolest. What a great blessing for all of these great people. They are now a beautiful family. How cool is that. ❤️
I can't add anything else! As a matter of fact, I am responding to this with tears in my eyes and a lump in my throat! Just the best thing, EVER!!😇🙏😍😎😉👀
Someone should do a follow up just to see how they're doing. Mau God continues to bless him and his new family.
the wife is beautiful
somehow came across this amazing story.. did some googling and was really glad to hear that the mook's are still doing well. Jack who was not only a former detective, but was a paratrooper in the gulf war has since retired from the force and now runs his own boxing gym.
That's awesome. Thanks for the update.
This man is a True American
Beautiful story!
Glad the boys found a good home and parents.
I grew up in Pittsburgh and I heard this story before but I just had to listen to and watch it again.
My hope is.......... that this new blended family grow in mutual respect, love and appreciation of one another.
my faith on humanity has been renewed
i wonder if there will be a movie based on a true story about jack mook and how he changed the boys' lives.
If there can be multiple movies about sharks and tornadoes, surely there can be one movie based on this great story.
Or how they changed his life.
@@sportsfan5548 This comment 👏👍.
Kumbalangi nights
If so it will be a Hallmark movie
What a lovely story to end on. It is so nice that they have all found one another. I am especially pleased for the two boys, after their earlier upsets. I hope everyone has a long and happy life.
That is one GREAT LOOKING family Jack! BRAVO!
I have so much dust in my eyes right now. Also, who are the losers who gave this video thumbs down?
The other dudes at the bar that night they met
Probably Browns fans.
I’m single ; and I definitely realize what I’m missing ! Being alone all these years is wearing on me.
I get sick & tired of guys at work complaining about their wives , being unappreciative of what they have !
Lovely story glad he found his sons and a good kind women to share his life and family with.
This man won at life. Got to enjoy and be happy in his bachelorhood. Then have the joy of being a father to 2 boys. And then found a Diane Lane lookalike who seems lovely and have that complete family in his older age. Wow.
I love this guy, and the stories he finds. You rock, Steve Hartman (and CBS)!!!
This was such an awesome story. "It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a help meet for him." Beautiful and true...thank you so much for sharing.
I swear RUclips has been on a roll today.. making me cry with all these videos ! This is what the news need to show !!
What a beautiful story, a family with love and joy!
What a great story with a beautiful ending Jack your 1 in a million special man who changed those boys lives now they have a good daddy and mommy and some siblings , you boys have been blessed , heart warming and touching , pay it forward I know there are a lot more good men out there who could do the same.
What a completely beautiful story. This seriously could be a movie.
Wow this is the shortest story with a greatest ending I have ever witnessed!
What a beautiful thing- Three families became one. Shows the power of good deeds and this show.
Congratulations to the new family!!
They were all made for each other. The two boys look just like their dad. So happy they found a home.
Beautiful story💞
Awesome story, he's a good guy with a huge heart and being a family is truly priceless! 🙏
YOU ARE AN AWESOME PERSON and Detective!!!!! So Happy I saw this!
This is one of the best stories I've ever seen . So good and humbling to see reality .
Not every cop is a bad cop. 💯
OMG he's married now I first saw this story a few years ago and now he's married with three more kids oh my goodness how God has a way of getting people together!!
Great going Mr. Detective . You have a really big heart . So happy to see you enjoying family life . Congratulations on your new family .
I had the honor of meeting Jack at his boxing gym and he is the nicest and most honest man on earth. Hes a great dude
You go Jack! I wish there was someone like you for every one of these children that suffer like this.
This touched me so. And then to see the Mrs. & her sweet babies. I just kissed the puppy when it popped up!! That was the icing on the cake for me. Awww this was a beautiful story💞
One malady that old age have gifted seniors are dry eyes. Fortunately I've lucked into a solution recently and now my struggles with dry eyes can easily be mitigated by any all of Steve Hartman heartwarming stories...I get a good laugh, a cleansing cry and my belief in humanity is reinforced. Best non_ pharmaceutical therapy, natural, sustainable and free. Please don't stop Mr hartman.
Kudos to Jack. That's one of the best stories I've heard yet. Bless the future for the whole family.
This man gained the world! God bless his generous heart!
Wow, she already had THREE kids and he was still okay with that. :o Now that's rare.
Not when there's love residing there and everything becomes 1.
bruh look at her she is absolutely stunning i would too! im 25 lol
@@mdb1010 nah she won the golden lottery there.
That guy deserved happiness and he got it 🥺
Meanwhile i'm single and watching this at 3 am 😂😂😑😭
Caring about others goes a long way, you become a blessing to others that you never thought might need you. Good job brother man.
Thank you, G-d.
You have an incredible way of being wonderful, sometimes.
What a handsome man; inside and out!
I know, I'm glad someone snatched him up.
That transition though: "He cashed in some favors and got the kids placed in a new home...HIS."
**Smooth**
Proof there still are some wonderful people in this old world...what a beautiful wife and family this man now has.
2:48 i feel like the dog is mean muggin me lmao
Congratulations to this officer on family life. May they experience much happiness!
Beautiful...a big ole' bear with a soft heart. I hope your family receives many more blessings. You sir, are a very honorable man.
I Absolutely Love and Respect This Man. God bless you always
I though I dislike police officer but I love this man action. Good job sir.
Oh no! You are not a weakling. You are very confident in who you are and your character of success shows in your beautiful and humble actions.
Such an inspiring story. How nice there are people like him in this world.
As a police detective (VIPD) myself, I can relate to this amazing story. I think the man above directed me to see this video.
I saw the original story, I didn't know he had gotten married, congratulations. Don't take one minute for granted.
Wonderful story. Thank you.
Humanity at its finest. God bless your whole beautiful family.
I swear someone's always cutting hot onions everytime they make one of these videos. Always making people cry. I am a grown man
Wow. You all found each other. You give me hope.
Best real story l've heard in a long time. This man, had a lot of love to give.
Honestly this is true protector, a holistic approach to crime fighting. Caring before enforcing the law becomes necessary!
Smh foster parents foster a kid as a punching bag that’s not what a foster parent and the definition of a foster parent. This cop is the real definition of what a foster “parent” should be.
That daughter is gonna have a whole team of security guards protecting her lmao. 4 brothers, a pitty, and a dad who's a cop. SHEEESH
Awesome story all the way around 👍💕....way to go Mr. MOOK 👏
A man like that deserves a beautiful wife and he has one !
Wonderful story!
family not comes from blood only, it's from good relationship that have a respect, trust & love...
Seven years later in 2023, this story STILL resonates....and it will 107 years later in 2130! Cheers Everyone
Made me Cry
We street kids cry too
Even 50 years later
From one "Burgher" to another good job detective. Always good to hear about my old home town. You're the best Pittsburgh.