She literally stalked the town looking for him. She's never heard of him before. All she knew is that he was important to her son Miles, and she didn't have much time.
Her search would end with a shocking outcome that would touch millions.
A Son’s Urgent Ask
Who's Tanner?!
Britney is recalling the day that her 5-year-old son Myles came to her with an urgent request. He wasn't asking for too much. But before she could do anything, Britney would have to find out more about this 'Tanner' he couldn't stop talking about.
After some searching, she finally gets the name of Tanner's mother, Lakendra. When she reaches Lakendra over the phone, Britney now understands who Tanner is.
That's when Britney has a message for Lakendra. She'll be sending Miles to school with clothing for both Myles and Tanner to change into the next day.
But when Britney sees a picture of her son and Tanner, she is speechless. And she'll not be the only one.
The Picture That Melted Hearts
As Britney is telling the story, she is joined by Myles, Lakendra, Tanner and none other than Steve Harvey, whose jaw is on the floor.
When Harvey heard of the story behind Myles and Tanner's viral picture, he had to invite them all on the show to hear it in person.
Here's what happened: Part of Red Ribbon Week at Myles' school was twin day, which is a day when two kids dress alike.
Myles couldn't get home fast enough to ask his mom if he and his classmate and best friend Tanner, his twin, could take part.
"He was adamant that they looked identical, that they had the same hair and the same eyes," she recounted to Harvey.
That's when Britney tracked down Tanner's mother to give her the head's up that she was sending her son clothing the next day.
What made the picture that Britney saw so surprising was the fact that Tanner is Black and her son is white.
Brothers Without Colors
As Britney is sharing the story, Tanner and Myles are clueless as to how special their brotherly bond is in a world that often sees color before people.
Harvey asked Lakendra if they spoke to their sons to explain it to them.
"No no. They act like they're brothers and they call themselves brothers, so we just..."
"Yeah. We're not gonna point out the differences," adds Britney.
"Cause they don't see none," as Harvey jumps in.
"Because kids don't see differences. They're, they're taught differences. If you go to any playground, you see all the kids playing together. You don't see until they get older, they're separated."
How Two Boys Teach Us That Love Is Color Blind
But that's all adult babble, let's find out from the twins.
Turning to Tanner, Harvey asks why Myles is his twin.
"Because he wants to be my friend."
He then asks Myles the same of Tanner. "Because he's my best friend" and "We're both five!" he says, holding up five fingers with a smile.
Well, that settles that!
It's been said that adults are just deteriorated children. I strongly believe that. As children, our sole motivation is to love and be loved (Oh, and don't forget candy, and ice cream, and cartoons).
Yet like Harvey said, purity is taught out of us and we start to see differences as we grow up. Our heart gives way to our mind, which gives way to putting people in a box.
But with a bit of self-reflection, we can find our inner kid and the capacity to love everyone for the precious kid that they are too.
Harvey said it best. "If we could learn from kids, man... Man, this world be a cooler place, man."
Amen.
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Military Dad Defends His 4 Little Daughters When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Military Dad of 4 Daughters Defends His Girls When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Austin von Letkemann is the military officer strangers feel "sorry" for — and the reason is infuriating.
Whenever the devoted father leaves the house with his four children, strangers can't help but notice the officer in uniform is holding hands with 4 adorable little girls. They will tell the traditionally "masculine" and "all American" dad they feel sorry for him, because he has no sons. This dad makes one thing very clear: They are his daughters, they aren't a burden.
In a passionate video, von Letkemann took to Instagram to share with his followers that the only thing that's "difficult" about being a girl dad — is clapping back to these sexist remarks over and over again.
They Mock His Daughters To Their Face
When strangers approach Austin von Letkemann and his four daughters, they don't always realize that their comments are being overheard. They seem oblivious to the fact that his girls understand every word. Von Letkemann describes how people will approach him and, without thinking, make remarks like "I'm sorry" or even joke about his lack of sons. What they don't realize is that these comments, intended to be light-hearted or humorous, can be deeply hurtful to his daughters. These strangers are not just disrespecting von Letkemann's choices as a father; they're also sending a message to his daughters that their presence is something to be pitied. It’s a message that von Letkemann won't stand for, and he's speaking out to defend his girls from these insensitive remarksSaying "Get Your Shotgun" Isn't Funny — It's Sexist
Another common comment that Austin von Letkemann encounters is the old "better get your shotgun ready" trope, often delivered with a smirk or a wink. This line is typically intended to suggest that a father with daughters should be on high alert to protect them from potential "suitors," implying that they are objects to be guarded rather than individuals with agency.
Von Letkemann finds this line of thinking outdated and sexist. In his viral Instagram video, he points out that these jokes are not just stale — they're damaging.
By suggesting that his daughters require armed protection, the joke reinforces the idea that women are inherently vulnerable and need to be shielded from men. Von Letkemann argues that instead of promoting this narrative, society should focus on teaching respect and consent, challenging these sexist tropes at their source.
Watch Austin von Letkemann's Video:
"If I Had A Fifth Child, I'd HOPE It Was A Girl" — One Dad's Message For Other Parents
Despite the constant remarks about his lack of sons, Austin von Letkemann is clear: He wouldn't trade his daughters for anything.
In fact, he told his Instagram followers that if he were to have a fifth child, he would hope for another girl. This declaration isn't just about doubling down on his pride in his family — it's a pointed response to those who see fathering daughters as a misfortune.
Von Letkemann's stance is a powerful one, rejecting the notion that a family is incomplete without sons. He encourages others to question the assumptions behind these comments and to appreciate the joy and fulfillment that his daughters bring. By sharing his story, von Letkemann hopes to create a more inclusive perspective on fatherhood, one that values daughters just as much as sons.