The Kinship Voyage: Sailing from Brotherhood to Fatherhood

Shine On, Eriq Partin. Step into this moving story of love and resilience as Eriq shares his deeply personal journey into fatherhood. What began as the bond of a brother grew into something even greater when he chose to adopt his siblings from foster care. With honesty and heart, Eriq reflects on the life-changing moment his role shifted—when he became both brother and father—and how that transformation reshaped not only his life, but the foundation of his family. It’s a powerful testament to courage, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of love.

This recording is produced by Institute for Family, using interviews recorded by StoryCorps.