I feel for you Aaron . My father passed away from stage 4 cancer in 2020. Watching his health decline everyday , was the most painful experience of my life. I thank God for giving me my dad for 30 years . I am so happy you get to have this time with your mom . It is a sad situation but I hope you know you will never have to go through your sadness alone . Your family is so big , loving and comforting. I’ll continue praying for your mom & your peace . 🫶🏽

I just love Brody and seeing his confidence grow in videos over the years!

I like how melinda always thinks going back home she is a family person hopefully one day she will meet a person that she deserves ❤

*I hope that Aaron and everyone else is able to create some happy memories with his mom for as long as they’re able to! ❤️🙏🏼*

Maybe a cruise to Alaska for the family trip? It is memories the kids will have forever and I think your mom would really enjoy the ship and all the kids would have activities for their ages and it would so comfy for your mom instead of a long long drive

We been living in an rv full time for the past 6 years. It's been amazing! You can also rent an rv. Just keep in mind that they don't give you silverware, bedding or towels unless you ask.

I instantly get so much joy watching aunt Bonnie and your mom I seriously love them so much 😭😭🤣🤣 we all need an aunt Bonnie and your mom in our lives.

It is never easy losing anyone, both my parents have passed on, so spending quality time with your mom Aaron is so special, really hope she is able to get her wish for Alaska trip. Blessings to you all.

Aaron rocks!! He is so thoughtful. He is so thoughtful to all his kids, to Crystal, his mom, and to his siblings, and to his father too.

Do whatever your mom wants, if you can. It will make you both so happy...Great memories last forever..Once your mom is gone its so hard. Lost my mom almost 5 years ago and it hurts so much. Best thing I have no regrets..Did my absolute hardest to give her everything she needed and wanted..Praying🙏🙏🙏 for your mom..love you all❤❤❤

My heart goes out to you, Aaron. I dad had parkingsons and lewy body dementia for nearly 10 years. He died last June two days before my birthday, and doing things for him meant so much to us. xxx

love you all, but just wanted to say what a great kid Rylan is. you can tell how much he genuinely cares of Crystal's approval like the way he says things to her and etc. I feel like he's one of these people who are not necessarily openly vulnerable but definitely is such a caring & loving soul. also crazy to think about what what they all been through in the past. love your family and wish u all the best. xxx

My grandfather lived with Parkinsons for a decade. It was hard watching the disease progress. Ultimately it wasn't the Parkinsons that ended his life, but heart issues. Definitely take your mom on these trips! We never know when the end will be, every moment is so precious! Praying your mom finds a medication that will help her symptoms so her quality of life is as good as possible as long as possible.

Sadie is so sweet waiting for Bella ❤

Aaron 😩 you’re wonderful! I’d give anything to make more memories with my mum… I’d drive her around the world if I could. You’re so right… no one knows how long they have with loved ones so take the trips, hug them tight and tell them you love them daily. You’re lucky to have your mum (as I’m sure you know) but your mum is equally as lucky to have you. God bless ❤

I'm sorry your mom's health is deteriorating so fast Aaron. I think renting the rv is a wonderful idea, I hope you guys have an amazing trip and that you make it to Alaska again too. A cruise for part of it sounds fantastic! Sending love from Wilsonville Oregon

I love aunt Bonnie! She’s so educated on sooo many different things

I've been looking at campers for a few years now and I'd have to say the toy hauler with the 2-3 lofts and a outside deck n some have 2 are the nicest I've seen and if I had the money it would be mine and making beautiful memories seeing everything we can 😍😍

Aaron has just demonstrated in a big way, how you can tell he's a Chicago guy. We will do whatever necessary to care for our families and our parents, even when we're grown. BRAVO Aaron for making your mom a top priority.♥

You're videos always make me happy ❤ I just lost my mother and one thing I tell you aaron "don't wait before it's too late"

I cannot really say anything other than TAKE YOUR MOM ON A TRIP! Mine abhors life in general and would love to enjoy a trip with her. I'm also super frugal and have a hard time spending money on experiences, but rarely regret spending that money.

I can not express with words how heartwarming it is to see that you have created a home for so many children, where they are thriving, when live there and miss, when they move out. That is very good parenting. ❤❤❤

Hi Crystal- prior to my divorce 15 years ago, we had a 27 ft fifth wheel that we used for camping etc. then bought rec property land near Lake Mayfield. this saved us a lot on camping fees. But yes you can A) Drive up to Seattle and catch a cruise ship to Alaska and do it that way. When My Dad was in the Airforce we were stationed at Elmendorf which is just outside of Anchorage. I loved it up there. Mom hated it. and you get to see the Northern lights on a good night. (weather permitting). :D

my children and I are in the reviewing stage of planning an Alaska trip for my mom. She is in good health but is 78. We're aiming some time in 2024. She loves the shows that are in Alaska, too. She just came back, today as a matter of fact from a trip to California, Las Vegas, and Grand Canyon from our home in Florida. She had a great time!

So awesome of Aaron to do that for his mom. I hope you guys have a wonderful trip to Colorado.

Crystal you are an amazing mom. Me and my mom don’t have the healthiest relationship. I just had a daughter and hope that my daughter will always feel that love and feel that welcoming feeling you offer your children. I love watching your videos, you are all so inspiring. ❤

Alaska was on my dad's bucket list. He went as soon as he retired and said it was amazing!

❤ I love your relationship mother daughter with Melinda ❤❤ I don't cry doing video's but when you asked her to be adopted and take the Pettit name ❤❤ I cried when I saw her face so happy and excited ❤ and your hug with her just made my heart so happy for her❤ love you Chrystal and Aaron

I think it's amazing they want to come home. After their traumatic starts in life, a loving home is what is needed. Aaron strength to you. It's tough becoming the parent to our parents. 💪

Yes, it is true what they say about a full moon. I didn't believe it until I worked in the hospitality industry. The vibes are so different, being among so many people you can sometimes feel like there is a charge running through everyone.

I really hope all the trips you guys plan work out. I lost my dad almost a year ago and watched his health decline was super hard, I really hope you guys get some really good memories with her 💛

Yess a new video let’s go I am so early I was waiting for this video hope Aaron and his mom have an amazing trip make memories with her I love y’all family and videos been watching since the very beginning y’all are amazing parents to all of your kids in am crying right now

Aaron@ You will not regret spending time with you mom, so please do whatever it takes to follow your heart and take your mom on these two trips. The memories will ease the grief, when she is not here anymore. Crystal has your back and is supporting you in doing so. The kids love grandma and wants the best for her, if they don't understand now, they will later in life. ❤❤❤

The story of you holding onto the ladder. That story Had me in tears! I was laughing so hard picturing that happening.

You are so lucky the kids just feel comfortable coming in and being at home that shows how much you and Aaron are loved by all the kids enjoy life it only happens once for each of us

I love how much you love and demonstrate that love to your children!

We have an rv before you take off you need an rv gps so you can put you height, length and weight and the rv will navigate you where you will not go under a bridge that is too low or a bridge you are heavy for. You also need a tpms to keep track of your tire pressure it will let you know if your tires are too low. You need a camera so you can see all around your rig. You also need a viair air pump to fill your tires

I agree that the Alaskan cruise idea is a great way to get there. ❤ God bless you and you mom, Aaron. I hope you can have the grand trips with her that you want. It is so awesome of you to try to make those dreams come true for her. ❤😊❤

Full Moon is definitely true!! I used to work at an Adolescent Psychiatric Hospital and we Always knew when it was full moon! There were more fights and tears during that time

My daughter is going to b 50 on the 10th of this month. We had a car seat n1972. As far ac a cheese stick being eaten wrong , Joe eating it right. There is no certain way to eat a cheese stick, r any kind of food. A chocolate pie, eat the chocolate first & the crust last. Aaron u r such a good son , thinking of mom & giving her a good trip❤❤❤❤❤

I think making any sort of trip that you can with your mom to do and I think it’s awesome that y’all are trying to do that. I wish I had done something like that when we learned my stepdad/bonus dad got sick and since I lived with him and my 14 yr old son we took care of him up till the end and I know what those memories will mean not only to you but for you to be able to share it with your kids and grandkids wish I had more pictures and videos of him. ❤what your planning again and hopefully you can get some of your siblings to come join you

That's funny we were just talking about seat belt the other day! I am going on 58 next Tuesday and we all was laughing about the old days!

The story with Shelly on the ladder was funny. My brother and I stowed away in Daddy's pick up to go to work with him. In this day and age My Dad and your Mom would be bad parents. My Dad could not take us home so we spent the whole day in the back of the truck and he sent word to Mom letting her know where we were. I was four and My Brother was five. My Dad worked in the Oil fields.

I didn’t even make it 1 minute into the video before I’m bawling like a baby. My mom loves to travel and wants to do a road trip of the country. She stopped driving 6 years ago when my dad passed away. Flying is not an option for her either, plus you can’t see the “fly-over states” in all their glory if you are in a plane. I’m pushing so late to make my business work for me so I can buy an RV and take my mom around the country while I still can. 🥰❤️

Aaron is so wonderful! I think it would be great if you bought a camper and then you could take that trip with your mom.And you could also have it for more trips and always have somewhere to sleep on trips.Aurora is just the cutest.I loved grandma and aunt Bonnie’s matching shirts.much love to you all Crazypieces!!!🥰❤️

aaron is so good to his parents that is such a great idea.

I loved the second RV. That would be perfect as the couch behind the driver and passenger seats turned into a bed so your Mum could be totally comfortable travelling and close by to you so she isn't missing things or your company. Can I ask why Pebbles and Mella are always in that enclosure instead of being loose with the other dogs?

Oh I really hope you can take your mum on that trip. I lived with my grandma who had Parkinson’s I was her Caregiver when I got home from work everyday I would have given anything to have been able to take her on her dream trip one last time. I’m praying your mum is well enough to do the trip

My family we grew up in a Motorhome back in 1994-2014 and we really enjoyed the traveling during the summer.

Always here watching from the United Kingdom hope the RV shopping went well and it's a lovely gesture for Aaron's mum ❤ glad Sadie is feeling better

Thank you for sharing. Your efforts to bring Aaron's mom to her siblings reunion and possibly visit Alaska are so touching. Travel with a rental RV is probably a decent and affordable option. Perhaps a cruise would be convenient, but rather expensive. Together you will make the trip happen, I'm convinced. And yes Crystal, there are scientific indications for lunar power when the moon is full. The higher intensity and brightness of the full moon's light can affect humans and animals. Basically all nature. Galileo and Hippocrates studied the phenomenon (and many cultures before them). For a long period full moon and madness were associated, hence 'lunatic'. And midwifes noticed more -early- births at full moon. It is nice to see you demonstrate the strainer with pasta this time. I found once at a market in Italy an adaptable lid, half closed, half strainer. Ideal. Wishing you to find a suitable travel solution for Grandma. Take good care 🥰 May I point out, that the recording is at times very unstable and bouncy again? It is regrettable when narrative and image don't match.

What a wonderful "Son" your Mom is blessed!!!

The idea of wanting to take his parents especially his mom on a trip is so heartwarming. Love this video. Thanks for sharing and God bless you all. Hafa adai and love from the island of Guam 🌴❤🌴

I’m with you Crystal. My kids can always come home.

Just an FYI...I went on an Alaska cruise last fall and you really don't see much of Alaska that way unless you go on excursions. Although we did see the glaciers and whales and it was beautiful. I would have rather done a bus tour of Alaska, someday maybe I will go back. Hopefully Aaron's mom will be able to Alaska again.

Yes I could see having an RV with a big camping family how much fun that would be... Aaron I hope ur mom feels better soon and is able to go on her trips... Crystal I'm the same with my kids when my older kids come over I'll be like I just went to the grocery store take what u need or ask if they want me to fix something for them to eat... I love that they feel they can shop at mom and Das house ❤❤ lol

Just a thought - since Aaron's mom has Parkinson, consider a handicap accessible way for her to get on... And look at what would be easier for her - regarding sleeping, bathroom, and moving around the rig. And if there are easy, comfortable chairs or recliners that she can spend time riding or sitting - that is another consideration. And another idea - try renting one.

Having worked for 23 yrs as an ICU RN I can assure you there is something to the full moon thing!! Not sure what it is but full moon days were always wild!😅

My Mom was put on Hospice a couple weeks ago. I miss our talks on the phone. She hasn’t been able to talk on the phone in a year now…She doesn’t have much time left. 😢 Go, travel, enjoy your Mama! I wish I’d been well enough myself to travel and see my Mom before she hit the stage she is in now. (They live 13 hrs away from me) My Mom has several Diagnosis’s .. primarily the Alzheimer’s Disease has taken her to a critical state. So, go, make lasting memories, and just enjoy her presence! GOD bless you guys! ❤🙏

My grandmother was diagnosed with parkinsons and dementia and was gone within a few months. We wish we'd spent more time giving her experiences. We're glad she didn't have to suffer for a long time but we definitely regret waiting too long for some things.

We have a large 5th wheel camper that we tow with a one ton diesel Chev duly truck. It has become harder and hard to find diesel gas stations as we travel. If you only travel on interstates you can find diesel truck stops but they are farther apart then a regular gas station. Also, diesel has become much more expensive then gas. Just something for you to think about if you want to buy a diesel motor home. And are you wanting to tow a small car so you can leave the camper set up and tour more easily around the area you are visiting an area. Driving the motor home around a city to site see can be difficult just to go to eat and find parking. RVing is allot of fun if you get the right camper.

Great Son . Showing the best love ❤ to your Parents. Making memories ! God bless you !

I've done the same with my adult kids, wherever we live, it will always be your home. They have keys and are welcome any time. They are my favorite people, so yes, please come over!

Yes full moons can effect our emotions and energy, hope you’re having a wonderful night 💫🩵🤗🪻🌙

I do recommend renting and trying out different rvs before buying one so that you know what you actually need and want in one once you practically start using it

Honestly I feel like a RV would totally be worth it because Aaron does go on a lot of last minute trips & it’s a extra space for kids to sleep/stay for whatever reason in the future if it’s needed. You could build a extension on your garage to park the RV inside of and then it’s an entire apartment for someone, like Jaimie!

Not even a minute into the video and I already have a teary eye 🥺🥺❤

aww Aaron brought tears to my eyes talking about getting an RV for his mom. Sadie looks like that carpet. LOL The EECC Travel youtubers have gone on a cruise to Alaska a couple times.

I’m early! I love you guys so much. Thank you crystal for also being a great mom to every kid!❤

The inside passage of Alaska is Beautiful...Highly recommend...My husband and I have been on one cruise and Alaska was it....Awesome and Breathtaking....Have decided others would pale in comparison....

Not how many can it sleep; how many can ride comfortably? And I loved that Aaron thought computer and Crystal thought of a place to eat.

Crystal, when I'm in a rush to get some protein aka string cheese I eat it the same exact way you ate it in this video. I don't always have time to sit there and pull the cheese apart unless I'm at home. I LOVE how enthusiastic and positive Aunt Bonnie is with all the energy she has. We ALL wish we had an Aunt Bonnie and Gramma JoAnn to keep us on top of our game...they are cheerleaders without the uniform.

A cruise to Alaska sounds amazing for your mom! It would take so much stress off of Aaron with the planning side of food and lodging and sightseeing. Prayers that mom stays heathy enough to do the trips!

You guys need a retired Prevost tour bus! They'll have 12 bunks plus a master in the rear! Perfect for traveling with a large family!

What a great idea. We have a 5th wheel and love traveling. We changed out the mattress for better comfort. It is definitely glamping.

Love that mom and auntie bonnie are matching with their tops

No, but a fifth wheel! Me and my husband bought a two bedroom for 60,000 4 slide outs. You can buy a badass truck diesel and it will last ten times longer. Also they have cruises that you can take to Alaska .

Aaron you are such a wonderful son a wonderful husband and a person!! I just love Watching ya channel and crazy middles too

I love that Mom and Auntie are both wearing the same top.

I miss home too as I will boyfriend as my mam has passed and its 4 years and i hope Aaron and cystral and all the loveable n caring and beautiful kids and also the Crazy Middles too love u all guys xxxxxx❤

There is a "cool" train trip from Los Angeles to Vancouver. I think you can board other places. There are different types of rooms for different sleeping needs. There is an observation car so you can see everything. From Vancouver there are cruise ships and RV rentals.

Full Moon's can be really bad for some people, like my daughter who is Bipolar and then sometimes it can be just off for her. Crazy how things like that can affect people. ER's are really busy during full moons and nursing homes too!!! ❤💖💓💝💘 watching your videos, thank you and have a great evening!!!

The full moon 100 percent has an effect on people!! I was in the service industry for 20 years and you always new when it was a full moon. Hope Aaron gets to take his mom to Alaska ❤ much love💜

I know you're thinking about Buying an r v Why not go half and half with crazy middles This way both families can use it That would be good for both families Good luck

I love their matching shirts!

The cruise is really nice! Beautiful. We went in May and it was something like 75 Deg.

Interesting you are looking at RV's. My dad had Parrkinson and getting in and out of the RV given the types of steps on RV's would have been very difficult/dangerous. Flying was easier. To make it easier we used the wheelchairs provided at the airport - Dad got to load first - without be rushed by those behind him. The Alaskan cruises are great.

I love that Aaron wants to get an RV so that you can travel to Alaska with your mom! Afraid to say I agree with Crystal, love glamping! Aww so happy that his mom gets to attend her reunion! LOL Aaron looks very uncomfortable with the thought of anyone but him driving his baby....perhaps he is remembering that Crystal tried to present it to him by driving in the house :) Bella and her chicken addiction crack me up-totally need a sponsorship deal- she even chose them in the blind chicken sandwich taste test! Crystal-your personality is totally my vibe-don't care about the features or size but can we get in it pink and is it cute! If Crystal had to give someone $5 every time she said cute :) OMG the ladder story-so glad you were safe! I love that your mom said if she knew, she wouldn't have removed you from the ladder but just drove more carefully! :) Hitches a ride but little Crystal is too scared to pose for a picture! Hannah so excited before she realized that she had no key :) Halie coming to shop at moms! Outed by the sister, not cool! I hope Aurora feels better and the other kids too! I love that Melinda is coming to spend time at home!

My heart goes out. One of my last aunts just passed from Parkinson’s complications . RV great idea to rent. Just make sure you know where to rent from . Camping World is through the States . They drain your septic tank etc. I’d think the kids would love it as well.

Hi Aaron, I don't know if this would be a benefit with your mom, but if she is in the wheelchair, unable to do stairs or anything like that feel free to look into renting a RV with a wheelchair ramp they do make wheelchair accessible RVs

My mom and aunt rode the car ferry from Washington to Alaska, and they even allow RVs.

I watching your videos and I have my bells on your videos and I'm subscribed to your videos and I watching your friends videos on KZfaq too much 👍 😄 😂

If your Mom's health is failing, she might not even be able to climb those steps. An Alaskan cruise would be awesome. Totally handicap accessible, food is great, cabins are comfortable and there are lots of activities available even if she is in a wheelchair. And as many people as as want to go can go fairly economically. Lots of food choices and all inclusive

I love the idea that you are taking your mom on a trip Aaron

If you want to go to Alaska and avoid going thru Canada you can always take the ferry from Bellingham Washington and it makes several stops like to Juneau, Ketchikan, and Whittier, and from Whittier you can drive down to Seward, kenai, and then go north to anchorage and if you feel adventurous Fairbanks and North Pole, I know your mom will enjoy the trip

Let’s find a sponsor for the family to get the RV! They can put a wrap on the RV for the Crazy Pieces and that alone would pay for it!!!

It the full moon phenomenon , it always changed people mood , it real thing!!

If you decide not to RV maybe you could take her on a Alaska cruise rent a Rv to the destination to board the cruise they say they are beautiful trips .This also helps out if you want to own a RV rent one first.

I like how you guys teach and have faith with all kids close to get there license to drive ❤

I am really new to your family I am originally from Denver Colorado and I love watching all your guyses videos you have a very wonderful family