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  • @MAZELEE
    @MAZELEE  Před rokem +3001

    As Amyah prepares to go off to college, I'm reminded of a time when Amyah was 5 year old. She often spoke about how great of a high school student she was going to be, how she would always get straight A's, become president, and be a respectful child forever. She actually promised me at 5 years old she'd be a good teenager and SHE KEPT that promise. She's always been a very mature child, with a natural born talent to communicate with others. She was born with the "light" or "salt" of this world. I don't know about you guys but I know for myself it can be sometimes hard to identify what that light is in us. Abilities that come natural for us are sometimes sooo natural sooo ingrained in us that we just can't see it. Sometimes we need to look to other people *we trust* who can identify that specialness in us. And that's okay. However, don't ever underestimate looking towards God for those answers. When you see Amyah you can tell that she shines! So I often get the question "How did you raise her like that?" and my answer would be "I raise her well, but I can't take all the credit. She was born like that! and I'm making sure she stays like that!" I see it as my responsibility to protect her childhood so she can thrive in adulthood. But unhealthy relationships in childhood can often hide those talents and gifts under a bushel! I've seen this happen in many of my friends. It saddens and frustrates me. For some of us adults it's time for us to seek help and say "No, I'm going to let it shine". By grace we've been able to maintain and grow healthy family relationships! I'm grateful that when it's college essay time 1) Amyah comes to us for help!! and 2) we can help reminder her of all her special unique traits that God gave her.

    • @asialifeee
      @asialifeee Před rokem +109

      Why I cried reading this. I never had a mother to guide me through life but ...but reading this and everything you saying was true to life I love your family and you all a roll model and I thank you for sharing and keep it true to us ....

    • @tiwalengelisakatanga9675
      @tiwalengelisakatanga9675 Před rokem +46

      So true, the only person I had was my Dad, and now that he is gone I feel like every turn I take is the wrong one. Glad that u have created an environment where your kids feel free.Most importantly you have made them your priority, trust me after you ,there is no one who will say they are my priority its all on you.
      Congratulations Amyah

    • @sherm-hotaflexlive2884
      @sherm-hotaflexlive2884 Před rokem +21

      AMEN

    • @zensweets
      @zensweets Před rokem +29

      Beautifully said.

    • @lindachirapa
      @lindachirapa Před rokem +26

      Amen 🙏 Amyah stay blessed 🙏🙏

  • @netsayikanengoni1677
    @netsayikanengoni1677 Před rokem +1953

    Her auntie is very articulate, she speaks volumes of meaning in her sentences. Lucky you Amaya to be surrounded by people like your parents and extended family at large. All the best.

    • @dtimms
      @dtimms Před rokem +94

      shes a teacher. she homeschools her kids and theirs..

    • @dawandagoodwin7393
      @dawandagoodwin7393 Před rokem +96

      Her critique comes from a place love and knowledge. Too many people sugar coat their childrens work and it does not prepare them for college, but not Auntie. She's not going to let Amayah be mediocre.

    • @robynallen894
      @robynallen894 Před rokem +39

      I admire someone (Auntie) who can teach me a 65 y.o. Auntie how to be better in the care of my neices and nephews.

    • @ISangaloUnofficialFR
      @ISangaloUnofficialFR Před rokem

      @@levinkobb2431 you feel annoyed because your brain is too weak to understand her intelligent sentences.

    • @sv9200
      @sv9200 Před rokem +9

      @@levinkobb2431 Exacly, I have stopped watching because I can't stand how annoying she is, not everything has to be so serious and a lesson. She can't say anything without being a lecture

  • @Diana-mz1jq
    @Diana-mz1jq Před rokem +111

    The way she takes constructive criticism without shutting down or becoming defensive is impressive! That is one of the best qualities a person can have

  • @taunyac8722
    @taunyac8722 Před rokem +443

    I see why Amayah is so great. Her village is so strong and loving. They don't pull punches. While they have her back. I cried watching this. I honestly have went back to learning Spanish and teaching my 5 year old son to learning it. She is her own self. Love them all. Akeeba and Alana are strong roots for these kids they will rule the world 🌎. Can't wait to see.

    • @miaandsonnavigatinglife4596
      @miaandsonnavigatinglife4596 Před rokem +1

      From a older person who was both of you. Don't Don't change who you are to fit in the crowd! Find your tribe it make take some time but thats ok! ❤❤

  • @rhandadormeus6818
    @rhandadormeus6818 Před rokem +1268

    Amaya is a carbon copy of her mommy! She will do amazing in college❣️

  • @nycolecole
    @nycolecole Před rokem +898

    How special it is to have all of these educated individuals around you who genuinely care about your education and success. Amaya is such a lucky girl! Good luck on wherever you choose to go to college ❤

    • @queennanna5595
      @queennanna5595 Před rokem +2

      Joe never went to college. I guess his being Korean was enough.

    • @crazyjoce
      @crazyjoce Před rokem +66

      @@queennanna5595 College is not for everyone, many intelligent people have become successful without it. Joe is a content creator and a lot of times when you are skilled in the arts, you really don't need to go to school for it but you can simply study the skill on your own by reading, finding a mentor, or using youtube to perfect your craft.

    • @tshepi2714
      @tshepi2714 Před rokem +7

      It’s honestly heartwarming. And I’m almost teary thinking about this.

    • @slimchica1
      @slimchica1 Před rokem +4

      @@crazyjoce so true

    • @ninithatmultikpopstan2721
      @ninithatmultikpopstan2721 Před rokem +10

      @@queennanna5595 your weird

  • @mh20162
    @mh20162 Před rokem +105

    Amaya is soo lucky to have such intelligent adults around her. No wonder she's so smart herself.

    • @Ms_Myrl
      @Ms_Myrl Před 10 měsíci

      Yes, I call it blessed✝️🙏🙌🏼

  • @carolwood9270
    @carolwood9270 Před rokem +597

    Alena is an incredible mother and role model. She creates a comfortable home with great strong boundaries. And Joe is an incredibly intelligent man, who allows Alena to flourish without sacrificing his dignity.

  • @advice4u409
    @advice4u409 Před rokem +552

    Amyah is a star! She is so level-headed, kind, patient, and intelligent. We have all the faith in her ability to make her mark on the world! Amyah, you were born for this! 💥👸🏿

  • @sibamaliwa9034
    @sibamaliwa9034 Před rokem +424

    The support these kids are getting from their parents and aunt is aMAZE-ing. All the best Amaya.

  • @heyitsrosie
    @heyitsrosie Před rokem +175

    This video shows how important is to have a supportive system in your family. How lucky to have all these educated people to help you figure things out. You're doing so well already you're gonna do amazing in College!

  • @elris452
    @elris452 Před rokem +249

    as a black girl currently applying for colleges as well, i see myself through amyah tremendously. i have an affinity for languages and cultures alike her and i’m striving for many prestigious colleges. as for her grades, most universities do take into account the 1st semester grades, something referred to as a “mid year report” that her school counselor will have to submit for her through the commonapp. i love how eloquent you all are around amyah. you all have great advise, and i would have to agree with amyah’s aunt wherein the spark has to be prevalent and not glossed over essentially. amyah is a great writer and i can tell through the snippet we heard, so as long as she can keep a consistent flow i think the essay will be amazing. and with her youtube channel, and the extracurriculars in school alongside her amazing grades, i’m sure she’ll do great when decisions come around. good luck!

    • @kadiant5016
      @kadiant5016 Před rokem +1

      best of wishes to you as well for applying to colleges 🎉 it’s crazy to think I was in this position almost 3 years ago. WOW 😂 I’m almost offended when I see or learn of new seniors+ applying because I’m still thinking I’m one of them, though I’m a sophomore now. Reach for the stars

    • @kadiant5016
      @kadiant5016 Před rokem

      @@jeianalottie right ? it’s crazy, i feel like i should be in hs still frl. good luck with exams and enjoy your break, you deserve it :)

  • @gillianwhitelocke9614
    @gillianwhitelocke9614 Před rokem +394

    Love her auntie she speaks wisdom.

  • @BHadassah
    @BHadassah Před rokem +436

    You have come so far since your Baltimore days: you earned your doctorate degree, Joe is designing a room that looks worthy of a magazine spread, Amaya is going to college and, all the while, your family is still growing! All of this is so "amazelee"!

  • @nakibulesharon6812
    @nakibulesharon6812 Před rokem +53

    This family is incredible and it teaches me too on how to build relationship between my children.

  • @ChichiAnaeto
    @ChichiAnaeto Před rokem +191

    Amyah is blessed to have such supportive mentors around her. Your intentional approach to imparting knowledge while letting her be herself is what I admire most.

  • @lillipad3503
    @lillipad3503 Před rokem +242

    Amayah is so fortunate to enjoy the environment/guidance of two educated women, her mom and aunt. Joe complimenting guiding this beautiful girl, just aMAZEing. These kids will do well studying in their future endeavourements. Few families on the USA vlogs encouraging real education. MazeLee and Akeeba tops on this, congrats.

  • @ruthreddick8369
    @ruthreddick8369 Před rokem +404

    I love how Joe made Maya feel so comfortable with his questions!! It allowed her to express herself easily

    • @robincrawley311
      @robincrawley311 Před rokem +31

      Joe Is Moved By God’s Powerful, Meek, and Humble Holy Spirit, He Thinks First Before He Speaks Or Reacts, He Is Lead By The Holy Spirit, Which causes Amiah to Receive it! There is a Connection with Same Like Mind, Same Like Spirit, it is “The Holy Spirit”!

    • @Tina52516
      @Tina52516 Před rokem +11

      @@robincrawley311 yes I totally agree❤🙏🏽

    • @robincrawley311
      @robincrawley311 Před rokem +3

      @@Tina52516 Amen! To God Be The Glory!

    • @EstherOlabisi
      @EstherOlabisi Před rokem +14

      He always prompted her so that she would think for herself instead of just saying do this and do that. I think it helps her to trust and own her ideas

    • @ruthreddick8369
      @ruthreddick8369 Před rokem +6

      @@EstherOlabisi I can’t have said it any better, agreed!

  • @ChrisSmith-ny8bl
    @ChrisSmith-ny8bl Před rokem +172

    To witness Amyah become more and more engaged to the point of complete inspiration after the family bounced around ideas about her essay was something truly magnificent to behold. To your family all I can say is well done

  • @righteous803
    @righteous803 Před rokem +72

    This is how families should sit down with their children and have educative intelligent discussions to shape up the future of positive well admired and respected families. Well done

  • @Trinity25Apr
    @Trinity25Apr Před rokem +350

    She has enjoyed an amazing childhood with parents to look up to and emulate. She has been well prepared for higher academics and, by the grace of God, she will excelle and become a further shining example for her siblings to follow. Her parents created the best and strongest foundations for her to build upon. God bless you all.

  • @rays.3242
    @rays.3242 Před rokem +78

    Please tell Amaya to add her youtube experience and followers to her admissions essay, they want influential students at their university it's great promo for them. Can't wait to here her decision of what school she is going to!

  • @lisavcampbelllc
    @lisavcampbelllc Před rokem +90

    I wish I’d had this kinda support system when I was graduating from high school. Love this! I’m sure Amaya will be blessed to attend whatever college of her chose.

  • @lenoreprovidence7720
    @lenoreprovidence7720 Před rokem +34

    I was equally impressed with Amyah’s baby brother, who didn’t flinch or react to all the excited talking or Mom’s energy when she couldn’t sit still in her excitement in the moment. 😂 its a sign, he’s use to it. I love it, this is a baby that doesn’t require silence to sleep I bet.

  • @GB-iy1hd
    @GB-iy1hd Před rokem +197

    Joe, is such a huge beacon of positivity and unconditional love in his children lives, they have been so blessed. 🙏🏽🌹🫂🙏🏽👍🏼💯👏🏼

    • @90sbaby1
      @90sbaby1 Před rokem +7

      thought you said bacon....you said beacon....now im hungry.....ALL I SAW WAS "HUGE BACON" IDC IDC

    • @chiaraippoliti
      @chiaraippoliti Před rokem +7

      The entire family is a huge beacon of positivity and unconditional love.

  • @rucker.c8905
    @rucker.c8905 Před rokem +259

    This is so beautiful watching the family work together for her essay ❤️ love it. Family that pray together stick together 🙏🏾. Congratulations on going to college 🎉

    • @wafo133
      @wafo133 Před rokem +6

      Families that pray together stay together 🙏🏾

  • @itsjusthafsah8669
    @itsjusthafsah8669 Před rokem +14

    As a med student who sits on the admissions panel at my school, I can definitely agree with the importance of authenticity vs trying to craft yourself into a unique case. I can’t even begin to tell you about the amount of medical school personal statements I’ve read that have contained, “a tear dropped down my face” or “I felt frozen in place” or “that was the moment I knew”. The purpose of a personal statement is to give admissions the chance to see who you are beyond your grades and SAT score. It may be that your experiences are very similar to many kids out there, especially today when it is quite common to find young social media influencers. But no one will be able to tell your story in the way that you can. Don’t focus on flowery language but do focus on the story that you’re trying to tell. If something is cohesive, relatable and honest, you have more of a shot of grabbing someone’s attention rather than a beautifully crafted yet disorganized story that may pop up in your interview. Good luck!

  • @janshi876
    @janshi876 Před rokem +62

    Not me wilding and cheering when we got to I let my subscribers write my college essays. Felt like I was in the room feeding off the energy. This was so special. A different angle in it takes a village. Love to see the family bonds manifest in this way. Go Amyah!! Go MAZELEE gang!!!

  • @damngoodyear
    @damngoodyear Před rokem +144

    I love the family’s dynamics of brainstorming. Kudos.

  • @LexiNc8284
    @LexiNc8284 Před rokem +178

    I’m 18, only a year older than Amaya, and so it’s cool to connect with more people my age and see that we share similar ideas! I’m going to start college soon, in the spring!❤

    • @marietaylor5174
      @marietaylor5174 Před rokem +7

      I'm sure you will be a success during college. Just a little information: the seasons of the year are not capitalized.

    • @LexiNc8284
      @LexiNc8284 Před rokem +7

      @@marietaylor5174 thank you ❤️ , and I was typing kind of fast while I wrote that so sometimes the typos happen lollll.

    • @SunnyGee-jd6pb
      @SunnyGee-jd6pb Před rokem +2

      Good luck!!

    • @LexiNc8284
      @LexiNc8284 Před rokem +1

      @@SunnyGee-jd6pb thank you!!! ❤️

    • @marietaylor5174
      @marietaylor5174 Před rokem +1

      @@LexiNc8284 You are very welcome.

  • @annblake3993
    @annblake3993 Před rokem +75

    It’s impressive to hear the feedback she’s getting on how to make her essay impressive. I hope she gets into the college she desires.

  • @jasmynjohnston9333
    @jasmynjohnston9333 Před rokem +49

    for me, as a 32 year old Spanish American, amyah has inspired me due to her active enthusiasm and roll within her family in many ways - not limited to her language skills, but also it seems she loves to be charismatic, loving and present. Amyah, is such a pioneer within the CZcams community her young age , her eloquent nature is beautiful, uniqueness, zest for life and PERIODT. LOL GOOD LUCK and remember God is ALWAYS walking next to you- a pillar of strength even when you feel weak, inadequate or like someone is better than you- NO NO - GOD CREATED YOU shine bright girl!!!!!

  • @shaunarob2110
    @shaunarob2110 Před rokem +141

    I can't get over how baby boy is holding his head up and looking around like he's 6 months old. 💙💙💙💙

  • @a.lynette
    @a.lynette Před rokem +126

    I love the cohesiveness of your entire family.. Amyah is going to do so well in college. Sending prayers to her for clarity and discernment as she’s in this process!

  • @candacewilliams4372
    @candacewilliams4372 Před rokem +20

    This video is now one of my FAVORITE CZcams videos of all time!!!! This was the ultimate living example of love, encouragement, teamwork, collaboration, brilliance, life lessons, assistance with finding/understanding a purpose/passion!!!
    Amaya, may your college experience increase your innate genius abilities; be enriching, wholesome, well rounded, and more fun than you can imagine!!! You can ONLY soar from here!🖤✊🏾

  • @modeleodebiyi1967
    @modeleodebiyi1967 Před rokem +70

    This family is truly inspirational, the way you all collaborated to get Amayah on the right track for her college application essay, UK calls it personal statement, was absolutely brilliant.
    Wishing Amayah all the best in her endeavours.
    Baby boy is looking so handsome and growing well.
    Love to you all.

  • @BlckgalAnointed
    @BlckgalAnointed Před rokem +76

    Congratulations Amyah!!! Stay focused on God. The best advice I can give as a senior in college is to put HIM First I failed so many times when I put School above him. I promise you choose him he'll make everything fall into your lap 🤎💕🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 we're children of God, we don't have to hustle God makes it happen for us💖

    • @C.387
      @C.387 Před rokem +3

      Amen 🙏🏽

    • @maureenhanjobo2537
      @maureenhanjobo2537 Před rokem +1

      Gooo little one you have professor s in the family 🏃🤗♥️🔥 you have everything .cool wish you the best

  • @loloreinvented9746
    @loloreinvented9746 Před rokem +93

    so nice hearing adults speaking of a child and to a child so positively , encouragingly about her deeds and efforts and future BUT honestly hoowee i loved this vid

    • @lyricssong7151
      @lyricssong7151 Před rokem +1

      If only so many other children had this type of wisdom and love at home!! The world would be such a better place.

  • @delindawilliams3935
    @delindawilliams3935 Před rokem +13

    Man, if only I had family support like this when I was entering college...
    This family is truly a family in every sense of the word. Amyah is so blessed.
    Amyah, as you enter into the indecisive and untamed world of college, take your love for God, prayer, and the foundational love and support of your family with you. There is much strength in the previous that will help you weather the storms of challenges for times when you have to stand out as a young woman of faith and color. Be the best while doing your best. You are so blessed and loved. You got this! 🙏🏽❤ Go with God.

  • @dmnqwtkns83
    @dmnqwtkns83 Před rokem +39

    They are so excited about this college essay!!!!!! It's the love, attention and dedication that can't be replaced in this family ❤️. That was awesome 👏🏾👏🏿👏🏽

  • @phyllisjeanatwatertaylor9976

    Congratulations Amaya on your decision to attend college that is a decision that you will never regret. Stay focused on your journey and you will excel

  • @beramyers8873
    @beramyers8873 Před rokem +100

    Joe is a true designer. From a fellow designer. Great job.

  • @prettybrownLilMiss
    @prettybrownLilMiss Před rokem +20

    I love Akeeba!!! She is such a teacher Auntie ❤️ Alena, your children are so very blessed to have a family that values education the way that you all do❤️ Go Amaya!! Wishing your college days and beyond, so much happiness and success🙏🏾

  • @thezachxfamily9084
    @thezachxfamily9084 Před rokem +22

    I wish I had people around me like this growing up. This is beautiful to see and she is tremendously blessed. I remember going though high school alone and not having anyone to help me get through it, nobody to talk to, nobody to encourage me and nobody to give me advice. I was a teen walking through a world blind. Amaya is going to go far. I live vivaciously through their videos because I’ve never experienced this and I adore them so much. ❤ go Amaya! Amazing job aunty,Joe and mom!!!

  • @ferventandalive7896
    @ferventandalive7896 Před rokem +83

    Bravo! I never comment but had to for this. There was something about what we all just watched and it didn’t require anything snazzy! A family backing each other up. A high level of creativity and intelligence in one room. An active family invested into one another. Encouragement and celebration with honesty and informative feedback. Seriously! Loved everything about this. Amyah is a bright light and God genuinely created her and your family in a special way.

  • @BHadassah
    @BHadassah Před rokem +25

    These close-ups of "Little Joe" are too much. He is sooooooo CUTE!

  • @erickarobin2010
    @erickarobin2010 Před rokem +17

    I just LOVE THIS. The collaboration of brilliant minds feeding the young great mind.

  • @ladycslifestyle5055
    @ladycslifestyle5055 Před rokem +8

    Such great family support!! Everyone around her had great ideas 💡 She is so intelligent, she’s just young so she is feeding off of all of this. She is amazing and headed for greatness!!😊

  • @Donye.j
    @Donye.j Před rokem +128

    Congratulations to her! I’m currently in my junior year of college studying music therapy and my instrument is harp! College is a rough road but it goes by so fast. My advice to Amyah is to take your time, take your studies serious, but always find time to take care of yourself, make new friends and have fun. Always communicate with your professors and advisors if you have any trouble. And don’t ever let college get you to a point of feeling so stressed that you want to pull your hair out! Take care of your mental health and if anything starts to make you feel down, your parents are people who are there to listen, as well as good friends and counselors that are available at school! There’s never anything wrong with asking for help. And finally, NEVER compare yourself to any of your peers, or anyone in general. College isn’t a race! Always know you will succeed with your smarts, and strengths at your own pace! I had to learn all of these things thus far in college the hard way. I am wishing you such an amazing college journey. You have an amazing, and experienced support system! ❤️

    • @mitzilawrence9935
      @mitzilawrence9935 Před rokem +5

      Jada your advice to Amyah is spot on & since it's coming from u as a current college student. I hope that she really realize what u are saying & always know that her family is there for her. Amyah u will be great in college 💯%, just stay on top of your deadlines for all projects. Good luck & be safe 👍🙏.

    • @jacrystalg2310
      @jacrystalg2310 Před rokem +1

      God bless you.

    • @ceceprincess4758
      @ceceprincess4758 Před rokem +1

      Good advice

    • @lorebay2593
      @lorebay2593 Před rokem +2

      Thanks for giving good advice from someone close to her age generation.

  • @sabrinasparks6010
    @sabrinasparks6010 Před rokem +83

    Love how this family helped her work through her essay subject and style. ❤

  • @carmengomez3312
    @carmengomez3312 Před rokem +2

    Wow and wow ! So much infusion of love, family , seeing the new baby, parents, aunt and showing some beauty, Obama mentioned I love him, so much in this video was awesome! I can’t wait to see this family on here! Hurrah! And congratulations!!!!

  • @toyamack9290
    @toyamack9290 Před rokem +1

    Watching this entire video was very inspiring 🙌 From Joe's creativeness of putting together this beautiful room (calming colors and symmetrical togetherness) to the segue of it actually being the area of the awesome brainstorming that took place. Amyah is surrounded with so much wisdom. I tell you ..if Grandpa was there to round out the circle my heart would've jumped out my chest. I LOVE to hear him talk when he is featured. He surely has passed that intelligence and wisdom to his baby girls. Alena🌹Auntie🌻 & Joe💪 Bless you all for being such a STRONG guiding force for all the children. it really is a beautiful thing to witness❤ Thank you for sharing🙏

  • @patriciadavis5939
    @patriciadavis5939 Před rokem +22

    She personifies the first child. Shes beautiful like her mom.💝💝💝

  • @phgates6967
    @phgates6967 Před rokem +51

    I love it when a family comes together

  • @grannyanderson5063
    @grannyanderson5063 Před rokem +29

    Such an amazing intelligent family! Such a loving, caring, smart family. I love what Joe did in that room. Joe is a natural interior designer!

  • @alfieamara8917
    @alfieamara8917 Před rokem +1

    This was beautiful to watch. How you all poured into her and encouraged her wow!!!! You will do great Amyah. You hv an amazing support system.

  • @candew2771
    @candew2771 Před rokem +24

    Amyah is so intelligent, I love how the adults interact with her & give her incentive to enhance her own abilities. Amyah will be great!

  • @elsie9939
    @elsie9939 Před rokem +29

    Amayah, as an avid watcher of your CZcams and aspiring polyglot myself, you have 100% inspired me to learn know more about other cultures and languages. As an African-Australian, watching someone around my age learn and share with others your experiences in learning languages and culture truly pushes me to grow my skills. Your tips and tricks have been helping in my study even beyond learning languages. I’m hoping to one day become a medical doctor and i employ your study tips so often in my uni studies. Continue the hard work, and pray God may guide you in every step you take. You’re impact reaches worldwide.

  • @ccb7061
    @ccb7061 Před rokem +41

    Love the guidance you guys are giving her! ❤️
    And I love that you’re telling her to be authentic. Honestly I’ve heard so much starting from my college entrance essay to applying for jobs after college that I just need to fluff things up and that’s what everyone does. First of all it fuels imposter syndrome, and second it makes you feel like there really isn’t something special about you that can help you achieve your goals.
    It’s so great that you guys helped her realize that she doesn’t need to dramatize things bc she is enough, she just needed to find the right words to express it to others. When she gets into college she’ll know it’s her authentic self that got her in. And it’s her authentic self that can do all things through Christ who strengthens her!
    Great family moment ❤
    Spending quality time, giving honest and constructive critique, but also genuine support and love.

  • @mimipetitesouris
    @mimipetitesouris Před rokem +20

    I have been watching the baby boy the whole time during the video. What a great life experience for him! Hearing and learning to recognize all the loving voices of the family around while being in the protective arms of Mom or Amaliah. Already involved in her sister future ! How wonderful !

    • @DrJiles-gm8ks
      @DrJiles-gm8ks Před rokem

      I am so appreciative of this comment. I was observing and thinking the same thing. 💙

    • @mimipetitesouris
      @mimipetitesouris Před rokem +1

      @@DrJiles-gm8ks Merci 💙

  • @vickicampbell2736
    @vickicampbell2736 Před rokem +21

    family helping her is so great. i love this.

  • @victoriouslawani9653
    @victoriouslawani9653 Před rokem +59

    God bless this family❤❤ I love how close and bonded they are, I love how Alena and Joe manage all the kids!!

  • @crystalcelestite
    @crystalcelestite Před rokem +6

    How beautiful it is for Amyah to have you all and for you to have her! We can all see the brightness and brilliance in her through years of watching just minutes at a time in each video. Her presence radiates that strong! Such a talented young lady, you are going to do so well Amyah! Good luck and congrats on your future endeavors!

  • @mottie77ful
    @mottie77ful Před rokem +2

    The baby is SUPER ADORABLE!!!!😍🙂❤And I enjoyed the conversation with Amyah...she's so blessed to have so many around her that can be of such great help.

  • @kimbivens4684
    @kimbivens4684 Před rokem +19

    That baby is just listening and chilling!!🥰❤️ He will become as awesome as the rest of the brood!
    What a blessed family! ❤

  • @roseyrose9467
    @roseyrose9467 Před rokem +33

    I enjoyed the baby Joe cameos as well as the spirited conversation. God Bless 🙏🏽

  • @TheJoyJourney
    @TheJoyJourney Před rokem +10

    Man….. I just love your family!!!!! So inspiring!!!!! You guys are doing it right….and sooo authentic! Just love it!!!!

  • @alithiaalleyne1554
    @alithiaalleyne1554 Před rokem +19

    Lovely synergy in helping with this stressful college essay!!!!
    Amyah - any college would be lucky to accept you for what you add to a class. You have conducted yourself so admirably in these videos and this is authentic to who you are. Anyone could see your bright light and lovely personality. The way you care for your sisters and your brothers is honest and true. It's not easy being the big sister and setting the example for the rest to follow. Intelligent, curious, generous, resourceful, thoughtful, and beautiful are the adjectives that describe you. You are an amazing daughter, sister, student, and friend. May God place a hedge of protection around you as you enter your college years and grant you success at every good thing you set your hand to do.

  • @zucchinigreen
    @zucchinigreen Před rokem +43

    Unpopular take: I don't think Amayah's essay was that bad, it's clearly a first draft but upon restructuring, it would be interesting.
    This sentence stuck out to me "The life I had been observing behind the screen was now a part of my own family."
    She's talking about being an African American who suddenly got thrust in her family's Korean drama.
    Now compound that with the fact that her daily life is literally played out on screens every week to millions of subscribers, you get a narrative within a narrative.
    & Plot twist: Amayah is now creating Korean content of her own because of the role that culture has played in her life both directly and indirectly.
    I also think Amayah's take on language as a bridge for connections while a common trope, as her aunt said: the way it's connected her life together is unique.
    Don't give up on the original essay just yet, revisit the ways media, language, culture and family lead to the pursuit of a college degree at X university in Y city to study Z languages.
    Good luck!

  • @junieg3662
    @junieg3662 Před rokem +15

    This is so inspiring! I wish I had a video like this out when I was writing my college admission essays. I love how you all came together to help Amyah. It really does take a village.

  • @lish31
    @lish31 Před rokem +5

    I love all the lessons, or “jewels” dropped in this video. My favorite parts went from bewilderment/frustration/overwhelmed looks in Amaya’s face in the beginning to the way her eyes light up at the end. The team effort, the way y’all collaborated and celebrated your efforts was so fun to watch. Great video 💞

  • @angelajones7263
    @angelajones7263 Před rokem

    This is so awesome to see and hear how you guys are so transparent, positive loving and so supportive to your daughter/neice!! Its so beautiful to see how well you all communicate and showing others parents how to relate, listen and be such a great support system to Mya!! Thank you so much for sharing your lives with us!!! All of children are so beautiful. Blessed family indeed full of love, laughter and life!!!

  • @sosexymagazinerobinwatkins8467

    Family family family! I am so glad that I watch this episode. You guys rock! Amaya is so blessed and she is a blessing. I saw you guys take the spark and add a little firewood in their metaphorically and I saw that sparkle off in her eyes. I can't wait to see or hear what her essay actually becomes. So much of this was so relatable. Sometimes we could get so into our head that we really can't put a plane. I appreciate the inclusion of all of the adult opinions. I love that Auntie was building her up right from the beginning to let her know that the most special part about this whole essay is her. And encouraging her to speak with her own voice authentically.
    She already rocks; now where will she go from there? UP!!😘

  • @Jem4Fam
    @Jem4Fam Před rokem +14

    What a brilliantly involved family. I love you guys.

  • @thewrightcircle4666
    @thewrightcircle4666 Před rokem +1

    You ALL gave me GOOSE PIMPLES ...listening and watching to so much love, intelligence, intellect, genuine care, passion and FINAL VICTORY in the Winning approach you all crave out together. GO TEAM MAZELEE!!💯🥰

  • @khakayimahero7370
    @khakayimahero7370 Před rokem +8

    So refreshing. The support her family is giving her is a game changer for many young people.

  • @yvettevesty8540
    @yvettevesty8540 Před rokem +7

    This video was so entertaining to watch I love when family comes together and make a plan and make stuff happen. Amaya is so blessed to have all these educators in her life she's headed straight for the top gorgeous, smart, and family backing she got this good luck Maya!

  • @deborahblackshear3325
    @deborahblackshear3325 Před rokem +15

    Congratulations Amaya ♥️. Joe you did a fantastic job. Beautiful, educated family, Mom and Aunt.

  • @Nooooooooooooooooooooo7913

    Omg this video is reminding me about what inspired me to go down my path. This is such a beautiful and critical moment in Amayah’s life that you guys are capturing. It’s going to be incredible for her to look back at this and watch. Im so excited to see where she will go with the amazing and fruitful foundation you all have provided her with.

  • @mscynshe437
    @mscynshe437 Před rokem +8

    That baby is super adorable! 🥰 and your daughter is lucky to have the support of educated and articulate family members. I have a masters degree and remember having to navigate my undergraduate and graduate applications on my own. I remember my college essays being super mediocre...lol. My high GPA was my saving grace back then. I am sure that your daughter will be accepted into the university that her heart desires. Good luck!

  • @gwendolyntalford246
    @gwendolyntalford246 Před rokem +6

    You are so blessed to have so many knowledgeable people to help you so I know you going to have a great SA.

  • @laurenmaclin5292
    @laurenmaclin5292 Před rokem +3

    I love this family. You guys are so open, honest, and supportive of one another… reminds me a lot of my own ❤

  • @jboogie1398
    @jboogie1398 Před rokem +11

    This is just soo refreshing 😭 Support is everything . The dissecting , the examples , the reflecting . Amaya is destined for greatness ! ❤

  • @mariacrudup2501
    @mariacrudup2501 Před rokem +5

    Congratulations to Amyah on going to college. I know she will do great. Such a beautiful and radiant smile. God bless your whole family. I just love the family unit that you guys have.

  • @dorenewalker5214
    @dorenewalker5214 Před rokem +12

    It was so nice seeing the brainstorming with mom and auntie. I like that her step dad threw in his thoughts. Amaya will do well in college she is a very intelligent young lady. God Bless. 😊🤗

  • @margaretfiggs2606
    @margaretfiggs2606 Před rokem +4

    I love your family and can't believe it's time for her to go to collège. She is so smart, all of your children are smart, they love learning. Plus how they love each other. Love the new room . Love the conversation that your having about your essaye. Love your channel,God bless your family.

  • @eileengineitis6721
    @eileengineitis6721 Před rokem +1

    Wow! This may have been my favorite of your videos. The collaboration and love, the beautiful new baby on your shoulder, Amaya’s humility and emerging enthusiasm about the essay…all great.
    And yes, an American black teen with fluency in Korean is fascinating as a starting point. Add the CZcams channel, the very interesting family dynamics, Amaya is quite a person. Any college would be lucky to have her represent their school.

  • @carmellam.8703
    @carmellam.8703 Před rokem +11

    Congratulations!!! Stay focused, take a major class your freshman year to see if you like it, be alert, keep your ears open, take a self-defense class, and have a check in process with your parents. Enjoy, have fun, learn, and stay alert. Congratulations on your journeyer of learning more about yourself. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @lqgchild4ev353
    @lqgchild4ev353 Před rokem +21

    That was amazing! I loved the collaborative support, encouragement and inspiration Mya received. Just when she was getting discouraged and thinking she couldn't do it Mommy Mazalee sparked creativity inside Mya! What a teachable life moment! Great teamwork! Go get your college Mya!

  • @KameronCrawford
    @KameronCrawford Před rokem +52

    I went to university of Chicago and they thrive on out of the box essays like this. Every year they put out a selection of essay prompts but they are always unique and something that sparks creativity so I absolutely love this idea for a college essay.

  • @trisha_h23
    @trisha_h23 Před rokem +4

    Amyah is destined to do so many great things and certainly make this world a better place. I feel extremely blessed to have the opportunity to watch her grow up. She has a beautiful smile and a sweet, kind, and selfless soul that already makes the world brighter. Love you sweet girl! ❤️

  • @KnikkiBKnice
    @KnikkiBKnice Před rokem +4

    I love this conversation. My daughter is also facing all the same things. Lagging on the essays, the authenticity of thoughts. I played this for my daughter…needless to say we are finalizing and editing her essay over the holiday weekend to give her the BEST shot at acceptance to one of the schools of choice. Best of luck to your baby.

  • @Circa2000s
    @Circa2000s Před rokem +18

    Amyah is so blessed to have such wonderful and intelligent elders! She will be just fine in college and in life!! I love this family and hope to have such a bond when I create a family of my own one day ❤️

  • @sshakes4938
    @sshakes4938 Před rokem +9

    This is y I like this family. Your contents are spontaneous and authentic. Watching this, I felt as if I was sitting in that sane space silently Watching and listening to the conversation, like I'm apart of the family. You got this Amyah. Your future looks verrrrrry successful.

  • @aletheatyler3365
    @aletheatyler3365 Před rokem +10

    This was ahhhhaaamazing to watch!!! As a mom of two daughters, one that just completed a 4 year degree and one that’s about to enter college, I could soooo relate to the conversation. You guys are just so amazing, educated, articulate, and supportive!! Ughhhh I just love it!! I’m so appreciative for the jewels y’all dropped in this video. Amyah you are blessed to have a Grade A team behind you girl!! Good luck to you, I know you will make a mark wherever you go to college and beyond!! ❤

  • @hamidouhama3262
    @hamidouhama3262 Před rokem +4

    I really really like the way auntie is speaking, her English accent is articulated and nice vocabulary. I keep watching this part. Thanks so much for your advice. So wise

  • @ginww3517
    @ginww3517 Před rokem +6

    You all have given Amyah a great foundation as she begins her college journey…I’m sure she will do very well. Great job Joe the decor / furnishings are beautiful…love the sofas. The baby is soooo cute! God’s continued blessings to the MazeLee family.

  • @HH-qq1bs
    @HH-qq1bs Před rokem +27

    I love how you guys work together as a unit.

  • @Sky.H11
    @Sky.H11 Před rokem +25

    I wish I had people in my corner like y’all! I’m currently in Amyah’s position right now, trying to figure out how to write my college essay😭. But watching y’all coach and walk her through it has honestly helped me a lot, so thanks for sharing these moments with us. I greatly appreciate it ☺️🙏🏾❤️

  • @angelaexhorts
    @angelaexhorts Před rokem +2

    I loved this video, from the promotional advertisement to the family collaboration with helping your daughter (neice). The video you shared is an excellent example of family collaboration. I love the part where math was shared and explained. This is an excellent video. 💖