WATCH: Teen celebrates his 1st birthday in America

A video of a Charlotte teen celebrating his first birthday in America is quickly going viral on social media.

Jamie Walker, Abraham's mom, shared the heartwarming moment on her Facebook page hoping to share some of the joy she felt with the rest of the world.

"It's been crazy, totally unexpected. We have been trying to film as much of their firsts as we can since they've arrived," Jamie Walker said.

Abraham and his older brother James were adopted by the Walker family at the end of October 2021. Their father, Joe Walker, took a trip down to Sierra Leone with his friends who started an orphanage there.

"It was their 10-year anniversary. And I wanted to go play with the kids. I wanted to see what was all about," Joe Walker said.

Joe Walker said while over in Sierra Leone, he played a lot of soccer and read a lot of books with the local kids. That's where he met Abraham's older brother, James.

"And James and I formed a really close bond," Joe Walker said. The Walker family began sponsoring James and was able to Skype with him every month.

[lizcoello]

The minute I saw his reaction, I was so happy for this precious young man.

[charleshenderson]

He didn't need to make a wish. He is living his wish .

[MSparkles]

Watching this should make everyone realize that you should never take for granted the little things you get in life. May Abraham live a wonderful, happy life with his family.

[rockfrazier]

You guys rock! This kid has the best family in the world!

[debbieloyer]

He didn't need to make a wish, because his wish was already granted. He has a family who loves him!

[briawade]

Goes to show how much you should appreciate everything you have, not everyone gets the “little things” you get

[areszora]

Brought actual happy tears to my eyes.
The little things we take for granted is a moment and awe and wonder for another.

[andypandy]

I can’t stop watching this
So beautiful
This is what America needs now

[bellaluna]

What a heartwarming thing to witness. I'm glad this sweet young man and his brother are now experiencing joy in the arms of a loving family. Happy Birthday, Abraham - may ALL your wishes come true *

[joanndolberg]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to YOU! Never forget the love, the best of all gifts.

[nunya]

It was cute. I don’t want to take that away. BUT, I hate how everyone was yelling at him to make a wish over and over. Let him soak in the moment. They didn’t let him soak it in and just kept pressuring him. Like damn

[michellebrooks]

The things we Americans take for granted sometimes is never heard of in some parts countries. Happy birthday!! I know this will be something that you will never ever forget 😊.

[virgilgeorge]

I love this. This definitely made me cry.😢😢😢

[CrimsonTideKelli]

I can't with this. 🥳😭😭😭 Too precious!!!

[OK-Take]

I had to watch it a second time to see if I'd tear up. I did.

[DrunkAmericanGuy]

I’m watching this on my birthday, all I want to do is hug him and wish him a happy birthday

[LadyMaven]

Wonderful, only, they're all screaming at the kid to "make a wish." Geez, he was overwhelmed. Just give him a minute. It's HIS moment.

[LookingupforJesus]

I’m blessed only to watch his excitement!! May God bless him continually💝🎈🎊

[PlatinumDirt]

he has sadly died of lung cancer we will miss him

[jamesblumensheid]

Just goes to show what Love can do! Adoption is awesome! Just ask my daughter!