Tristan has changed so many lives in your family, Alex needed him so much, he is back to his old self Max needed a big brother. i see him interacting with the family so much more. The little girls love loves him! He actually made all the kids have better relationship with each other!! I think he made the kids more secure. Love this kids so much!

Tristan had to face those demons and he did it while stepping away and not involving the family. That’s tough being away and alone and you can tell he’s really appreciated what he has. He’s able to take control of his life with no complaints and fit right in like he never left.

He’s the funniest person 😭😭darn Aaron’s crying gets me all the time 😭😭

Tristan is so polite and well mannered he is the missing piece to your already big great family

I’m a silent viewer but I just wanted to say I’m so happy Tristan is back. Everyone especially Aaron look so happy. And I know we tend to beat ourselves up over the past but we all gotta realize that it was the past and all of us make mistakes and say things we don’t mean. You guys love each other and sometimes love is strong enough to fix a bond

Wow, Tristan should've been sitting in the middle. That father-son bond is crazy I knew something was going on with Aaron but couldn't put my finger on it & here it is he truly missed his son😥 Glad he's back❤❤❤

It’s great for Aaron to be able to show that men can also be wrong and miss others and be vocal about it either way no shame…. Men have feelings as well and I’m loving the way they are just able to forgive and move on forward!

You don't know how happy I'm for Tristan's life. You're much loved, dude. We pray that you might be blessed so so so very much!

Watching Aaron cry melts my heart 💔

Tristan is such a great person, and I'm so glad he's back in the family. Aaron and Tristan have so much in common and such a great relationship! It's wonderful to see his relationship with all the family.

Welp , I didn’t think I’d be cryinggggggggggg ugh 😭 I’m so happy Tristan is back in yalls lives . Proud of you on your sobriety, God Is so good 🙌🏽

That ending of “yes” to adoption got me right in the ❤ . I couldn’t be happier for all of you and selfishly I’m thrilled that Tristan will continue to be part of “our” lives. He has a light about him that is rare . He truly is the “missing piece “. Love from Nova Scotia Canada 🇨🇦

NEVER say sorry for getting emotional, We can see & feel how genuine Tristan is being back with the family & you having him back ❤

Tristan is truly the missing piece in your family. He has such a kind heart and an exceptional personality.

Aaron thanks for being so raw and authentic. I hope Tristan feels the love I see you trying to convey. We all have regrets but moving forward and making the changes is what makes it all worth it.

I am rejoicing that Tristan will be a Petit! So happy for all of you! Blessings!❤

Addiction brings out the worst in everyone involved. So glad that you chose to share your story Tristan 🔷

Never a truer word spoken Tristan, '' You have to want to turn your life around '', so well done for succeeding in your journey. You certainly have brought a ray of light back to your family. Aaron made me tear up, when he said he had missed those years, but sometimes things happen for a reason. Loosing your mom Aaron was heart breaking and still is, but not too long after Tristan returned and put a loving light back in your heart. So happy you have all agreed to adopt one and other. Blessings.

Aaron breaking down crying got me right in the gut From the outside looking in as a stranger Tristan coming back in your life is like what you guys say the missing piece the energy that now is shining through is a totally different it’s amazing

I love Tristan’s personality. He brings so much positive energy to any/all situations. Congratulations, can’t wait to see you fulfill your dreams of having the Pettit name. 🙏🙌💙

Tristan is an awesome person . Completes your family. Aaron you have such a huge heart.

30:35 I’m So happy right now and when you guys said yes to adopting him i just had the biggest smile on my face. There’s something about Tristan that’s SO special and that he was meant to be your forever son OFFICIALLY even tho he’s always been. I can’t wait for the day he’s adopted and officially becomes your forever son. Crystal, Arron, Shelly and Jared Thank You so much for what you do for your children and love them and care for them. I’ve been watching you guys for 4 years now and i’m so happy I came across your channel. Your videos bring so much joy, comfort, fun and positive energy and I love that.

I know we only get to see a glimpse of your lives but Crystal and Aaron your children are a reflection of your beautiful soul. Your adult children have left home and are thriving, whether that is in school or at work because of the foundation you two have given them. Tristan and Belinda came into your home as older teens and though you are not that much older than them, you were the Parents they needed, faults and all. Thank you for opening your hearts and home to foster children.

I'm not crying...You're crying! I can't wait for the adoption day! As someone that also has a past relationship with substances (I'm clean & sober now), this video has given me hope that maybe someday I will be able to rebuild my relationship with my family. You guys always say that each one of the kids was "The" missing piece, but I think the reality is each one was "A" missing piece, but they just happened to be "The" missing piece that you needed at the time when you found them...I'm so happy for Aaron because he has had to go through some things that had dimmed his light a little bit. Tristan's return has helped Aaron's light to shine bright again...We all see you!

Tristan came right at the right time. He really has helped Aaron. And it’s wild how he came in, loves cooking and has history in it, right while Aaron was changing the channel to a cooking channel, and Joe left. He was meant to return.

I love how Tristan is with Aurora. He is definitely an awesome big brother and you can tell Aurora loves him.

I think Tristan would be great as a child and youth worker in a group home, and work his way up to managing the group home. He has both the personality and a realm of personal experience of what a group home should not be.

Prayers for Tristan's biological mom. Thanks for sharing about your life, Tristan. Blessings!

Many decades ago I had to make the hardest choice of my life. I had to remove my niece from my mom’s care and give her to the state. It truly was the only way I could hope to save her and pray she would find her way back to me. She is 39 today and came back to us when she found her way. It truly was the best decision because my heart knows if I let it continue I would lose her forever. Aaron your tears will be happy tears soon and every time you look at this fine young man who you cared enough to let go and because of that he returned. I love your family and I have come to adore and love Tristan, he is that missing piece.

Tristan is family and always has been, hooray for his adoption!

The experiences Tristan has been through have made him wise beyond his years. My husband also grew up in the foster system, and we adopted our daughter out of foster care. The things that kids go through to have been placed in care to begin with, together with some negative experiences in care sometimes, really add up in those important formative years. For many kids, the default would be going down the path of addiction and having no secure relationships. To counter that takes a lot of fortitude, strength, and insight. It's quite inspirational to see Tristan having come through on the other side. Crystal and Aaron, you two always see the light in everyone. You are the definition of grace. ~Long time fan of your channels!

Okay, I learned so much about Tristan but I didn't think I was going to get emotional. It was Aaron's fault when he teared up 😢. I am so overjoyed that you guys are adopting him. He was definitely the missing piece in your family. Everyone seems happy. Aurora is a good judge and she absolutely adores him.😊😊

I didn't know I was going to cry today! 😭 Love the way Tristan compliments everyone around him, especially Aaron. Their bond is undeniable, for sure!

The way Aron looks at Tristan. So intrigued. He is definitely so proud of you! ❤

Tristan is the piece you needed all along! He's managed to really help Alex and Aaron each deal with their grief.

27:47 it is very obvious that Tristan is very important to Aaron. Aaron has had a whole different sparkle to him after Tristan came back - and just the way Aaron looks at him during this talk 😍

He is so well spoken. He seems like a great person. I think the kids will benefit from having him around.

The way Aaron looks at Tristan you can just see the pride in his eyes and all over his face

I don't comment often, but this video had me in tears. I pray you all heal from the past and have a wonderful future together. Tristan, keep on the positive road buddy, you can tell you are a genuinely great and talented person. 💙

I am so happy that you posted a video that allowed us to get to know Tristan a little better! I didn’t expect to cry like I did, I think I was crying almost as much as Tristan and Aaron were lol! It’s crazy how much you can come to care for a family on here, that you don’t even know in person. I am so happy for you guys! I know you have said this a lot, for many of the kids that have came into your home, and I feel like each child was a missing piece in a different way, but I really feel and agree that Tristan was a missing piece in a very big way! You can tell just by watching your videos now and how everything just seems right, and just the feeling you get watching the videos now, just something that wasn’t there, that only he can bring. I love you guys and I am excited to go on this journey with you, and thank you for sharing your lives with us ❤

So excited to officially make Tristan your son, he is such a great addition to your family a breath of sunshine.

"Do what you can to get out in one piece" Being way older than you, even older than Crystal or Aaron, I'm sure the system has changed a lot but I'm still positive that that one statement is the best advice.

So happy that Tristan found his way back home. You can tell he was a missing piece.

teared up with Aaron and Tristan and Crystal as well... we all say things we can't take back and also regret saying but we all learn from that mistake and i agree you only change when you are ready... this one episode that made me think really hard and also feel bad for things said and can't take back

Tristan is so polite and well mannered ... I'm happy for Tristan ... he is the missing piece to your already big great family

It was such a wise word from Tristan to say he would not get sober if he didn't realize how important family is. Now that you are ready I hope you get the most love and express them as much as you want. Tristan Alexander Pettit sounds really good.

Watch me balling my eyes out here. Tristan is the type of child that I would have adopted, always seems to be happy, and the way he is with the other kids just touches my heart, I'm so happy he's back with your family ❤❤

Tristan is your missing piece. And I'm super glad his back. The whole family has brightened up. Tristan you are so loved.

Tristan I know we only see a tiny bit of all of your lives. But in the tiny parts the look on everyone's faces says everything. The pure joy and love is seen by having you back at home. Remember you wouldn't be who you are today without your past

Tristan you are one special young man, and you have a lot to offer the world. Tristan you are a gift. Hugs.

Tristan really was a missing piece. I'm so happy he is back as a part of the family. Everyone has benefited from his being there. He has brought a spark back to Aaron that's been missing. I never doubt a mother's intuition, Crystal, knowing it was the time to reconnect. Blessings and Best Wishes to you all!!!❤

I always thought it was odd that one can foster kids less than 10 years younger than yourself but in the end you’re not always there to be a specific mom and dad role and just having a good caretaker for a teen is so valuable

Tristin fit right back to the family and gets very involved with the kids. He and Aaron work together very well.

Tristan is such an eloquent and kind young man and definitely belongs in the Pettit family forever. This is an amazingly caring and loving family, and as stated in the vlog, both Crystal and Aaron are so young to parent young adults as amazingly and lovingly as they do. I love seeing Tristan in vlogs, and enjoy learning about Korean culture, maybe. (Big fan of K-Drama :-) ). ❤

Tristan with his enormous personality is like a type of glue. His purpose is to mend hearts and bring people together. Thank you for your time to get vulnerable to us, the viewers, with information we didn't need to know but you did it anyway. We see your videos about the ups and downs of a big family but the true heartbreaking stuff isn't for everyone to see. Thanks for sharing it put a lot of things into perspective.

What a neat person Tristan is. Intelligent, too. His presence has been so positive to all of the Pettit crew.

Tristan is a diamond and belongs in your family ❤️

I love Tristan his such a gentle soul

I don’t know why but Tristan is giving me Mason vibes. I’m so happy for this new chapter. He’s exactly what this family needed 🙏🏽 Much love from 🇿🇦

Oh my goodness. I absolutely adore Tristan and admire him so much! He's so mature and well spoken, and so thoughtful and polite. He seems like an old, wise mans soul in a young mans body. I feel like he's changed your family so much for the better just from the short time since he came back into your lives, and he's so good with the little ones too!

I fought so hard to keep it together when Aaron was crying. And then yall dropped the adoption "yes" and i lost it! Gosh i love all the kids, but i really do feel like Tristan has always been a part of the family and is exactly what was missing. Love you guys so much!!!

It seems like Tristan needed that time away to grow and mature and become the man he is now. Sometimes that is needed. He is back now and that is what is important. I am happy for him that he will become a Pettit in name since he is definitely part of the family.

I'm a firm believer of Devine timing! Everything happens for a reason. The most important thing now is that the relationships are mended and you will all grow from here! Much love to everyone and so excited for Tristan to be joining the family again.

Your channel is a hidden gem, glad I stumbled upon it!

What a wonderful spirit Tristan has. He has a tremendous capacity for love and caring. Although his life has not been an easy one he has made himself into a considerate, caring, well spoken man. So many kids with trauma in their lives can’t get past that. I am so happy that he had the years of love from your family to help when he was getting healthy again.

Tristan is just a free spirit he is a pleasure to watch too. Welcome to Pettit Family Tristan. Thank you Crystal and Aaron for adopting Tristan.

So proud of both Aaron and Tristan. So many are estranged for years and have yet to work it out if at all.

Tristan is such a realistic person. He has with-it-ness. He should become a motivational speaker to help others!

Not me crying 😭 I love this! I feel like not only is Tristan the missing piece but he really helped Aaron feel whole again!

You can tell how guilty Aaron feels because he missed those 7 years. But its so true what Tristan said, people will only change when they want to, no matter how hard we try to help them.

Tristan is the best! If I had parents/foster like them, maybe my life would of turned out better. I haven't stopped crying. Being in foster care is the worst thing ever but in the end it could be the best thing ever. This video did my heart good!

Tristan and Aaron are good together and I think Aaron really needed a young man who has the same type of experience, especially the love of cooking. Tristan is an incredible big brother.

Thank you for sharing Tristan’s story. Tristan has changed so much lives in your family, Alex needed him so much, he is back to his old self Max needed a big brother. Watching Aaron cry melts my hear💔💔. I am so glad that you are going to adopt Tristan.💙💙 We love you guys so much and I can’t wait to see the kids grow up.👍👍😎😎🥰🥰🥰

I love the way that Aaron and Crystal look at Tristan when he’s speaking. You can see that they have so much love for him. It’s beautiful. 💗

Tristan has such a wonderful confidence in his presence. He will go far in whatever he does.

I'm so happy to hear you are making it official! It's like he's been here forever and was definitely a missing piece! He's been such a great role model for the younger kids and love seeing him cook with Aaron and the other kids in the kitchen and teaching them about food..

Very emotional vlog. The ending “yes” was so awesome to hear.

I am delighted Tristan wants to be adopted, and you are able to adopt him. Even adults need stability in their life. Tristan has come through a lot and even though he and Aaron had cross words years back, the depth of emotion and connection and trust is clearly very strong. I must say Aaron, it wouldn't be unusual for a father and son to say awful things to each other especially where substance abuse is an issue - if you didn't care you might have said nothing or say 'not my problem '. Anyway, regardless Tristan is an absolutely lovely person and it's nice that he has really brought a positive attitude with him, everyone is gaining with him back on the family.

As a former foster parent I want to say your entire family is absolutely amazing. God has a way of working things out for the good and this is good for the soul stuff right here. My tears are flowing bc I have felt what you guys have felt and miss many children we’ve had in the past. I love your channel please never quit KZfaq I genuinely feel an attachment with you guys so so much.

Tristan- you are going to make such a positive impact in this world. God will use you in a good way if you allow Him to. The best is yet to come.

Tissue Alert 😢... What a blessing time heals... Welcome Home Tristan.. Much love and Be Blessed

Tristan is so well spoken in such a great asset to your family. Glad to have him with you.

Thank you for sharing this. Seeing the raw emotion of almost regret , definitely puts an emphasis on how amazing it is to have been reunited. So happy for you all, you now have many years to make new memories.

Whoa, prob 1 of my favorite videos now. Tristan thanks for doing it. I have been subscribed for a few years now, but did not know about the channel/family when Tristan was with you 7 years ago, so when he returned it was my 1st time even hearing about him. Just watching every video from Pieces & Beyond anyone can easily see what an incredible person he is and the joy he brings into the house. When Aaron & Tristan got emotional towards the end ...i heard this a few years ago THE PAST IS HISTORY THE FUTURE'S A MYSTERY BUT NOW'S A GIFT.....and that's why it's called present

Tristan gives off such good energy. I love that he's around now!!

Tristan seems like such a great guy! Glad you are all back together.

i'm happy to hear tristan is sober! i am as well, my drug of choice was not alcohol, but a different demon - heroin. it's taken me 5-6 years to really be comfortable and happy with it, so i'm not surprised he was gone for so long.

Congrats on your sobriety, Tristan!

You can feel the love Aaron has for his eldest son❤

Tristan is amazing!! He is so resilient and was able to figure out life on his own. He is a great example for everyone. Hopefully all the other kids follow his steps.

With tears streaming down my face as I get ready to start work, I just want to say you guys are amazing. I adore and care and feel the emotions in each video! ❤❤

Probably one of my favorite videos, and I love them all. I'm crying. So happy for you all and only wish happiness from here on out. Everyone is where they needed to be. No regrets! Every single moment is gods timing and planning. It was suppose to happen when it happened. Live in the moment, and just be together. Ever since Tristan came back, we all noticed the healing happening in the videos. This was HUGE. You were family ALWAYS and forever. When I was going through my own personal battles, I too distanced myself from my family. Words were said as well. It was a different time and space. I could only better myself once I got my space and come to realization. A few years later and I'm closer than I have been with them. Living in every moment, making up the memories I missed for those battling years. Aaron, don't be hard on yourself. It had to happen. I miss the years I missed too, as the child and sister. But I am in a better place in my life right now the best I've been and I had to do that on my own. Being with my family is a bonus to my healing.. I learned family is the most important thing in life to have and cherish.

Oh my word I needed this in a way that’s so close to my heart as we work thru something as a family .

Oh my gosh that tearjerker and then ending it like that. Am crying so much. Happy for you all. Well done Tristan on sobriety. Aaron and Tristan what was said and done, is done. Look where Tristan is now, he is an incredible person, that may not have happened who knows. Now you guys have the rest of your lives to cook together and ride bikes together. ❤❤❤

He is definitely that piece yall needed and really missed too make your family complete!! ❤❤❤

I’m not crying, you’re crying! Tristan you are an amazing person. What a story, what you went through to become the person you are now! God had a hand on you! So glad that you and Aaron worked things out! You sure fit perfectly with this family. Happy to hear that you will be adopted into the family.

I was so hoping to hear that you would be adopting Tristan. Crying happy tears ❤❤❤ he literally was that missing piece not for just 1 member of your family but all. You can see the difference in the videos when he is around. As far as Tristians time away from the family I feel it was probably needed to get to be where you are now. Sometimes people need their time to learn and grow. I'm so happy for yall.

Aaron thank for bringing me to tears with you saying you missed seven years of Tristan’s life. Second I loved how joy was watching you guys talk and most importantly can’t wait for your adoption video I’m so glad you become a real family not that your not now. Tristan you will find that someone special because you have a good heart. Good luck guys much love from myself and my family as we huge fans of you guys xx

I personally was in foster care my self, and I love the advice he had to kids in foster care, it really hit deep

Yay!!! Tristan is definitely meant to be part of the family! ❤