Buckle up, dear readers, because we’re diving into a tale of sibling love that’s sure to tug at your heartstrings, or at least make you appreciate your siblings a teensy bit more (even if they did steal your favorite toy 40 years ago).

Picture this: a sprawling college campus, a car filled to the brim with everything but the kitchen sink, and one young boy utterly devastated by the thought of his older brother leaving home. That’s right, folks! Saying goodbye doesn’t come easy for this little guy.

Meet Braxton, who couldn’t quite hold back the waterworks as his brother Ja’Juan geared up to embark on the collegiate adventure of a lifetime in Little Rock, Arkansas. Cue the classic sob-fest film montage.

The shining star behind the camera capturing this poignant moment? None other than their mom, Chenique Burks, who, like any modern-day parent, decided to immortalize the moment on TikTok. Let’s be honest, nothing says “I love you” like going viral on social media.

In the video that has since picked up over 1 million views (yes, you read that right), Ja’Juan gives his little brother a comforting pat and some heartfelt reassurance, saying, “I’m coming back, man.” Someone pass the tissues, please.

But wait, there’s more! It turns out, these brothers share an inseparable bond that goes beyond just the tearful farewells. Their mom, Burks, took to Storyful to share just how close her boys are. “The bond that my youngest son Braxton Spencer has with his big brother is inseparable,” she said. “He felt as if his brother was leaving forever.” Oh, the heartache!

And in case you were curious about what Ja’Juan will be up to at Philander Smith University (a historically Black university in Little Rock), he’ll be hitting the books and the baseball field. Yes, he’s got the smarts and the athletic chops. Triple threat, anyone?

Now, this might have gotten you all teary-eyed, but let’s lighten the mood with some family-centric editor’s picks that will make you chuckle or perhaps add a few more tissues to your stockpile.