Damn. When he said it's on sight with the cousin, he meant it.

My favorite part is that he kept knocking out his cousin lmso

“I told him I’m gonna knock him out, then I knocked him out”

“I would like you to meet his biological child” What a Queen

When your grandmother tells you the story of Abraham so you tell her to get the fuck out of your house never gets old

This was pure perfect. I don't care if it is real or not but man, the OP had no enemies, he had no hate or drive for revenge in the end. He must be a great man

Jesus this man’s life is Telenovela, just twist and turns. I’ve heard this story couple times but man these updates really take the cake

The ironic and incredibly sad thing about this whole story is that, whilst the cousin didn't want OP to ruin Marisol, he ended up doing it through his jealousy.

Damn, OP and Luna were put through the ringer But Marisol really got screwed OP didnt ruin her at all, even if he thinks so, his cousin did. Cousin didn't love Marisol, he coveted her, like a thing to possess, like the cute upstanding Christian girl at his church was to one day be his trophy And he went on to assault her, brainwash her child, then throw away said child...All because he was jealous of OP and wanted to spite him I'm glad she, Luna and most importantly OP all managed to find a way to live a happier life in spite of that man's crap

That’s the effect forgiveness has on you. I don’t think he even realized that’s what was happening, but after all of that, what he needed was forgiveness, both of himself and his cousin, and I think spending that time together did just that. He showed compassion on him, and I think his cousin passed peacefully because of that.

Man, idk how fake this is or isn't If it's real, then oh my god that is crazy If it isn't, then this thing is better written than many novels out there I always say that "If you're gonna go online and tell a fake story, at least try being a good writer" and damn this doesn't disappoint

Man, that update was tough to read... I'm actually tearing up as I type this. In the end, despite everything the cousin did, he still was OP's brother (as in how they were raised together). By staying with the cousin in his final moments and allowing him to have some closure, OP actually got the closure he himself needed as well. With this, he, Marisol and Luna can all move on for good. I guess the final lesson of this story is that forgiveness is hard, as it requires us to let go of our anger and hatred. But it's the only way we can truly heal.

The part about running into Redditors at the Idaho State Fair made me burst out laughing. Seriously though, this guy should turn his story into a memoir, it would make BANK

After listening to the worst doormat from yesterday who wanted to die for a cheater, I needed a happy ending like this. This is like night and day. This op is a real man.

What i loved about this story is this Op was real the fact that OP AND ROBERTO WILL FADE ANYONE WHO MESSES THEIR FAMILY IS PURE GOLD

I listened to the original story when you had posted it, and now I've finally gotten to listen to the update. Honestly, it's such a great story where everyone could move on and be happy. It actually made me shed some tears.

That last bit with his cousin broke me. Letting go of anger is divine

I sorta find it funny and awesome that it was Jocelyn who insisted on making the paternity test.

That is a movie material story, OP. God bless you and your family.

1:55 he got stabbed in the shoulder and defended himself from probably being stabbed to death and he got sent to jail for a month did the place not have cameras

I believe this to be real and my heart goes out to OP he had dealt with so much the betrayal of three people he trusted most, the loss of his perfect life, moving away from everything he ever knew still lost in his anger, even finding out that rather than cheating on him his cousin was a slimeball crossing the biggest line you can cross other than murder (yet had the nerve to say OP would ruin her because he was a gang member). honestly this would make an amazing movie

The ending is like a Perfect thing to end it on , the cousin the man who caused all of this died a slow and painful death , his pregnant fiance ran away woth his baby , everyone in the family hates him but the only person there is OP , the person that the cousin ruined the most , very well written and im a Man who doesnt cry commonly yet this brought me teary eyed.

From the way the cousin described the "encounter" as "[he] manipulated her & had her for all of two seconds before she realized what she was doing & pushed him off, but it was already too late", it's obvious he knew he took advantage of her. I'm a little surprised no one clocked it, since I got that feeling right away & it was confirmed, but I also get way it wasn't so obvious (especially to OP). I feel immensely for the daughter discovering the circumstances of her origin, but I'm also glad she got to get a few swings in on the jerk. I'm also relieved she has a full support system, as I'd imagine they could very well have saved her. But goodness. That cousin is a real piece of work, so I'm glad Luna was able to get away from him early on & eventually come back to her dad. Admittedly, I'm a sucker for chosen dad stories, so it made me happy to hear both parties coming to better terms.

Joslin is the real hero in this story. What a woman 💯💯💯

Dude, the story already had me teary eyed, but when he said the quince song was “Cinderella” it broke me. If you haven’t heard it, give it a listen.

obsessed with anyone who thinks this story was fake bc of the name Marisol

What bro expects us to think when he says his life a movie:

I wish this OP all the happiness in the world: He deserves it for everything he went through and what he chose to do.

Ah finally some closure to this story, I swear this could be a movie.

That burden is gone my man, because you forgave him. It also shows you're a good man, only a decent person can forgive the wrong done to them and move on with their life.

‘She asked me if I could give her away. I agreed and we all got shit faced.’ I dunno why, but this sent me. LOLed for minutes.

Wow. I had heard the story before, only the last update had been after his wedding. Holy moly, macaroni, was that full of twists. I hope they can all find peace through this.

When he said it's on sight to his cousin lol 😆 🤣 boy op wasn't playing

this one made me cry its truly an incredible story

I heard the first part of this a while ago. Talk about a family. The good, bad and ugly. This was what a Christian man should be. You have the anger, and sometimes you act on it, but, you give grace a chance to work. I am amazed at how much grace op gave and received. God Bless everyone in this story, even the cousin.

The fact this all began with his cousin and ended at his cousin’s grave. A path of hardships and letting go of hate. The ending always brings a tear as it’s such a bittersweet moment that he let go of his anger towards his cousin and was able to truly move on in life. This video is always nice to just rewatch and listen to from time to time

This story is both sad, yet fulfilling... a good ending for the father, daughter, ex-wife, and he made peace in the end... that is the hardest thing to do in life, regardless how life is... everyone has struggles... whether it's the size of a speck of dust, to a the size a trailer... we all deal with situations differently. Many people, whose lives were fucked up, never make peace... so this is a very good life story, and lesson

Ngl, this made me tear up. I hope this man and his family are doing so well now, no more pain, just happy and surrounded with love.

I have never heard the full version of this before. Thank you it's appreciated 👏.

dude, you're the best reddit story channel everywhere. that time stamp thing is something i see the first time on any channel. keep up the good work

I wanna comment on his commitment as a father. He really did do his best, and decided he was gonna follow through. Even after learning that Luna isn’t his biological daughter he still continued to commit to being her father. He knew in his heart that she didn’t ask to be born in that circumstance, and that regardless of how she was born he was her father through and through. His strength of character is both inspiring and greatly impressive. Kudos to you OP, you’re strong as fuck and we’re all rooting for you. Own that shit, man

I remember watching the other one this account posted, OP and the others went through some serious hell. Im glad theyre doing better, healing and forming new relationships, growing as people one day at a time. The ending has me tearing up, i cant imagine how OP felt being the only one to bury his cousin. After everything the cousin put him through, remembering the good times instead of the bad, and finally letting go of the pain... may you be truly happy and blessed, OP.

Listen... I feel bad for Luna. She said stuff when she was a confused teen. She has had a tough tough life, and I think OP has showed a lot of progress. He is a good man. Also, Joslin really is an angel. Mending family is her first goal, and I absolutely love her attitude.

I seriously didn't expect to cry this much, the pain all the people mentioned went through just felt crazy painful, the feeling of melancholy of how life play with you, test you, and then tell you to pick the broken pieces and walk the charred path if you want to live. God bless us all with patience and strength for all the test that await us.❤

This man has lived a life time in such a short time

The best part? Bro PROMISED his cousin that it was on site. And he KEPT that promise even after some years 😂😂

Cinderella is the song I always associate with my dad and sharing that experience with another father and daughter is so beautiful. I have been in tears on and off for the entire latter half of the video. Honestly, I'm just so proud of them, of op, of his wife, of his daughter and her husband, and even of op's ex wife. Everyone suffered so much hurt, they hurt each other, they were hurt themselves. But somehow they managed to start healing. Something beautiful came of a tragedy and the end just feels so right. I hope they can all continue to heal and find happiness in each other

This story is my favorite, I hope they're doing a great life

Possibly the most beautiful story I’ve ever sat and listened to 😭

I’ve heard hundreds of these stories over the last months. And this one, is the best one I’ve heard.

Gosh this was a heartbreaking story years ago when I first heard it and with every update it gets more and more heartbreaking. I hope you can find peace now and honestly I just hope that family has happy times coming to them. Even the ex-wife, because even though she f***** up big time, that kind of trauma or any kind of trauma that's that violent will f*** you up and if you don't treat it and you deny it happens it's only going to get worse. It's funny how he always says he's a horrible guy but honestly it sounds like one of the best stand-up men you ever going to meet. Remember forgiveness and letting go isn't for the aggressor it's for yourself so you can move on

I'm happy for OP that in the end he finally found some peace.

Best life turn-around of all time

I love even after all them years his cousin is On Sight 😂😂

im crying man. I hope this dude has a blessed life.

Best story ive heard so far mad respect for that man

It kinda feels like a story because of how OP was actually able to change for the better and ended up making peace with the cousin

Marisol only said no as she was being raped by the priest? Man, I am sorry for her. It was really not the time to freeze from fear. Pretty much as a mug or a fight on the streets, not defending herself at the best of her capabilities ended her life. I am sorry for her. Let us remember in life we must fight.

It is a story of pain, heartbreak, love, and redemption. What a story! Bless u for sharing.

Marisol was wronged and she had to pay the price heavily not only losing her own daughter but even her own husband

Well time to listen to this amazing story again.

This is definitely one of the best stories on here. What a whirlwind.

Idk why, but I laughed so hard when he told grandma to get the f out😅

God bless this man and his family

This is the only story on this page that has ever made me cry.

Love how kept his promise to knock out his cousin whenever he saw him 😂

Wow... This is the first story I listened to that made me cry. I hope this family is okay and still healing and being stronger

I just want to wish this man well. It was a good story, and I believe every word of it

ol boy truly went through a lot of growth in this one.

Its finally over and you finally were able to forgive in the end. Sometimes you cant and sometimes you cant until the end.

Put this story on as background noise while doing chores, ended up finding a comfortable spot on the sofa and sat in silence listening to it. Chores- 0 Emotions- 1000

i went through all the stages of grief listening to this

Even tho my favourite part is he told the dude he'll knock him out every time and he did so, I'd like to say Joslin is the real MVP of this story.

Nice to see his life improved

Thank you for the updated reupload, this is one of the stories that I'm really interested and invested in.

This is so sad. Left her for cheating, felt bad for cheating, but really she was raped. No family deserves this.

this ending omg.. I cried tons hope OP and his family can have a good life

Oh wow this story- favourite yet. Absolutely heartbreaking and heartwarming

You can tell that this story is real because only someone going through these emotions could explain them like he did

this man's life story is like a soap opera in writing

This is such a heartbreaking story.

This story sounds like it could be made into a movie.

This man needs a damn movie.

This needs to be a movie. Maybe even a sequel to "American Me"

Joslin is a keeper. A true MVP ❤

Honestly, out of all of this (assuming it's true) is that Luna turned out not to be a little shit in the end. I was so angry hearing her ungrateful and dumb remarks. God, in some ways I wish this story true, but then that means poor Marisol got so screwed over. Just royally. That poor woman. Yeah, she caved for a few minutes but then her brain reset and and said STOP. I hope she and BIL stayed together and learned to love again.

Damm. This brings tears to my eyes

Such a emotional story, i was crying for the whole video.

The reason the burden left his chest in the end is because while he may not have consciously done it, he forgave his cousin

How selfish can you be to be so concerned with yourself when you're partner was stabbed?!?!? Then to go and sleep with the partners family member?!?!?

Feels like your cousin did one thing right before he left this earth. He took that pain with him, his soul probably didn't want you to suffer from all that hate.

Just a story about a bunch of broken people trying to save themselves while helping and hurting one another

I've read this before the cousin had leukemia and just up to the wife's abusive ex, to finally hear the ending is so heavy. I faced trauma and betrayal to from a family member, someone you're supposed to "trust", and was also raised from a Christian family, so forgiveness is a big thing here too. I've now long separated myself from the toxicity and live as peacefully as I can while trying my best to heal from trauma. And one of the things I struggle with the most is the concept of "forgiveness" of course I refuse to forgive my abuser, never. But I do relate with the heaviness OP felt, even through all the steps I'm taking to heal it's just hard to get over someone you treat as a family betray you to such an extreme. One day, when my abuser dies I hope this burden will lighten as well, I wish when that happens I'll be able to think of all the good memories we had and just be able to mourn the person they were before my trauma. fingers crossed that it happens sooner. lol

This made me greet like a baby, I'd love to see a movie or series based on this

This has got to be one of the best stories I've watched....does anyone know if he has made an update?? This story needs to be a movie!

There is no winner in this story. 😔

these audiotaped reality dramas are honestly more addictive than tv series,kdramas,movies or anime. i put one on in the background in my phone while working and casullly mutter " KARMA , BISH" while typing up my homework assignment.

That random voice change halfway thru scared me

God, i hope this is real, and the fact he keeps knocking out the cousin is hilarious

As a Puerto Rican I died a little when they were pronouncing the Puerto Rican food💀🤣