Bride given away by man who received her dad's heart

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  • Опубліковано 7 сер 2016
  • A bride who lost her father 10 years ago asked the man who received his heart to walk her down the aisle. Her father was not only there in spirit, but in heart. Jim Axelrod has more.

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  • @mamavswild
    @mamavswild 6 років тому +856

    You know It’s bad when you start crying even BEFORE you click on the story!!

  • @thatoneguy2884
    @thatoneguy2884 3 роки тому +75

    The facial expressions he makes to her and the way he talks to her make you know that he is genuinely thankful and owes his life to her father. So wholesome

  • @hollyawoods
    @hollyawoods 3 роки тому +173

    The way he looks at her in that last clip is how her father would have looked at her. What a gift!

  • @ikarooz
    @ikarooz 5 років тому +612

    "Don't take your organs to heaven. Heaven knows we need them here."

    • @anthonyoliva42
      @anthonyoliva42 3 роки тому +21

      Tottaly agree I carry a organ doner card and when my step brother passed he saved 2 lifes through organ donation

    • @reaganbates2802
      @reaganbates2802 3 роки тому +10

      @@anthonyoliva42 God bless you and your brother my mother had open heart surgery this past Thursday, thank you God for angels like you

    • @bluesouthpaw6326
      @bluesouthpaw6326 3 роки тому +13

      I'm afraid to be a donor because I've heard stories. They don't work that hard to save you if they know you're an organ donor. And if you get in an accident and your in the o.r. they literally have the organ box right there waiting Incase you don't make it. So that scared the crap out of me.

    • @ericadavenport2039
      @ericadavenport2039 3 роки тому +9

      @@bluesouthpaw6326 I have friends and family who are EMT and nurses and they all say that is not true. They are trained to save lives and they do their best to do that.

    • @myendlesslove5120
      @myendlesslove5120 3 роки тому +2

      If only we have organ banks in the Philippines...

  • @nunyabiznez6381
    @nunyabiznez6381 3 роки тому +242

    Every time I see one of these stories I can't help but think about my little brother who would not be here today were it not for a very unselfish young man whose heart has been beating inside my brother's chest for 29 years. That young man saved other lives as well. His kidney's saved two more lives, his liver a fourth and his pancreas a fifth. His bone marrow saved two more lives and his lungs two more. Two little girls who were blind at birth now see. A three year old burn victim now has skin. The young lady who got one of the kidneys is now an E.R. nurse. The young man who got a new liver is a firefighter. One of the little girls who got one of his eyes now teaches art. One unselfish act, touched perhaps hundreds of lives. It was as simple as checking a box on a driver's license form. Hardly any effort at all. And yet that one young man, whose life was cut short when a truck cut off his motorcycle, is a hero.
    Be a hero.

    • @lucyburr5516
      @lucyburr5516 3 роки тому +12

      Oh my goodness, that is a true testimony of how organ donation CHANGES LIVES! God bless the memory of that donor and God bless all the recipients.

    • @zerosumgame5700
      @zerosumgame5700 3 роки тому +7

      I firmly believe that regardless of faith, a bit of us lives on in the people we are closest to, and that our soul is maintained as long as we have an active impact upon the world. Even without people we are emotionally bonded to, organ donation gives us a second chance. I am on meds, and most of my organs may be useless, but I checked that box because if there is *anything* I can do with my inert meat, once it stops serving me, I'd be more than happy to contribute to the future.

  • @KKISCRAZYFUL
    @KKISCRAZYFUL 3 роки тому +224

    Some people in my sociology class said they refused to donate their organs for religious reasons or they were worried about it hurting "their soul". But I can't imagine a greater way to give life after death than to donate your organs.

    • @melissaupton2097
      @melissaupton2097 3 роки тому +13

      You are so right. I would imagine God is just shaking His head and saying, "You don't need a heart in your grave... or in Heaven... you only need one on earth." Ironically, these types of people are just "heartless."

    • @Stew282
      @Stew282 3 роки тому +6

      God's own son came back to Him in a proper mess. Do they really think He'll mind them missing an organ or two?

    • @mikewrasman5103
      @mikewrasman5103 3 роки тому +6

      Those people in your sociology class need to have their heads examined. To deny someone else to receive the gift of life is downright selfish.

    • @mikewrasman5103
      @mikewrasman5103 3 роки тому +5

      What Christian religion denies the donation of an organ to help out other people who need it?!?

    • @zerosumgame5700
      @zerosumgame5700 3 роки тому +7

      I've always felt religious medical suppression went against the idea of "Healing Hands" that Jesus presented. WWJD, indeed...

  • @michaellake2359
    @michaellake2359 3 роки тому +105

    I'm a grouchy old man that is shedding tears.

    • @ellie.M.mae.
      @ellie.M.mae. 3 роки тому +3

      Awww bless your heart😹♥️

    • @LittleFatFeet68
      @LittleFatFeet68 3 роки тому +4

      You're not that grouchy❤️

    • @michaellake2359
      @michaellake2359 3 роки тому +2

      I have always been, some may say, too emotional. I guess I have tried to be a hardass to fit in. I prefer my way of life. Thank you.

    • @SaidiLouise
      @SaidiLouise 3 роки тому +3

      @@michaellake2359 even the grinch would shed a tear at this story! Also, there is no such thing as "too emotional". It's just a term people who lack emotions, use. ;)

    • @santricemcpherson7809
      @santricemcpherson7809 3 роки тому

      ❤️❤️

  • @Joeyblondewolf2
    @Joeyblondewolf2 5 років тому +517

    I couldn't stop crying...... Ahhhhh 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭❤️

  • @blancoschmidt1
    @blancoschmidt1 7 років тому +484

    I couldn't contain my tears...

  • @angelarobinson5886
    @angelarobinson5886 3 роки тому +5

    So who are the groucho's that gave THIS video a thumbs down? They must be the most unhappy people on the entire planet! This was a beautiful thing to do.

  • @mwills464
    @mwills464 3 роки тому +15

    What a beautiful story. I was crying while watching it. My son passed away 4 years ago and we donated his corneas. I received a letter two months later telling me that two young men in the South NJ/Philadelphia area received his donation and are now able to see again. I want to get in touch with the recipients, I even have a letter written, but I start to cry every time I try to mail it to Donor for Life. This story has given me the courage to finally mail the letter. God Bless this selfless family for donating their loved one’s heart and the gentleman who received the donation. ❤️❤️

    • @maggiewalsh9418
      @maggiewalsh9418 3 роки тому

      I’m so sorry for your loss :(

    • @mwills464
      @mwills464 3 роки тому

      @@maggiewalsh9418 ❤️

    • @leliavoinea9402
      @leliavoinea9402 2 роки тому

      I am so sorry for your loss! My your son rest in peace in heaven! He was a hero that give hope to other people! Is because of him others have a chance at a better life! I am sure you are an amazing person because only an amazing person can raise a wonderful son that give hope evan after he left to be whit God!

    • @mwills464
      @mwills464 2 роки тому

      @@leliavoinea9402 ❤️

  • @nicolechamberland995
    @nicolechamberland995 3 роки тому +28

    What a beautiful story! The way he looked at her you would think she was his daughter.

    • @ellengrace4609
      @ellengrace4609 3 роки тому +4

      Looks like he felt it was his duty and privilege to care for her like her dad would. How precious!

  • @meiji4785
    @meiji4785 6 років тому +580

    when she laid her hand on his chest.... I wonder how that feels like, knowing that your deceased father's heart is in there beating.

    • @justinjackson0601
      @justinjackson0601 6 років тому +14

      Mr. Poopy Butthole probably pretty good knowing her father saved a live when his was abruptly ended. Cmon now use your head and stop asking stupid questions.

    • @briankalenda3604
      @briankalenda3604 6 років тому +3

      Meiji wow ur crazy. Why would u want to know that.

    • @grandiosepteltd2321
      @grandiosepteltd2321 6 років тому

      Meiji the heart thing can be donated only when life it is really gone

    • @grandiosepteltd2321
      @grandiosepteltd2321 6 років тому

      Except eternal life

    • @bumper1730
      @bumper1730 5 років тому +4

      Meiji, I asked myself the same question. I would think it would be a feeling of great joy for her, as well as a feeling of some emptiness. I think what this man did for her, coming to her wedding, was special.

  • @carrissiahomeyer3447
    @carrissiahomeyer3447 3 роки тому +13

    Im a organ donor and I hope I can save somebody after Im gone.When my mother past we gave permission to use what they could and were notified that she gave sight to three people.The cancer destroyed the other organs but its nice to know people can see because of her.

  • @puddleduck279
    @puddleduck279 6 років тому +34

    Im sure her father would of been very happy knowing that his kindness in giving his heart was returned by the recipient for his daughters wedding day!!what a fantasic story this is,its brilliant!!

  • @LAVirgo67
    @LAVirgo67 3 роки тому +7

    Yesterday, I signed my last will & testament, which included my organ donor wishes. Watching this video reinforces that I did the right thing. Also, a couple of friends are alive today due to organ donations.

  • @kellyanderson3412
    @kellyanderson3412 6 років тому +217

    My father was dying needing a new heart he didn't have long to live and thanks to the person who decided to be a donor my father lived another 10 years due to a different problem.. If it wasn't for the infection he would have still been here with a healthy heart, be a donor and save a life it will be one of the most important last things you ever do:-):-)

    • @EVAN_OL
      @EVAN_OL 6 років тому +3

      Kelly Anderson sorry bout ur dad Kelly,losing a parent can b so so hard,my dad very nearly died after a serious car crash but by some miracle he pulled through,lived for another 12 yrs b4 cancer took him but I'm still grateful that at least he had that 2nd chance b4 it was time to go,think of ur Dad always Kelly it will keep the memories strong,he loved u like a great Dad would & I'm sure he was the best Dad in the world to u,keep the head up & do him proud,take care of urself....

    • @cloudyskies2729
      @cloudyskies2729 4 роки тому +1

      My moms mom had cancer and died when she was 11 and her dad didnt care about her and tried to shoot her my dads in jail so i dont know what it feels like but i know its very hard im so sorry, make your dad proud:)

    • @gailbrezinka9766
      @gailbrezinka9766 3 роки тому

      @@cloudyskies2729 💝 and hugs sweetheart 💖💗💝

    • @FaithandNova
      @FaithandNova 3 роки тому

      @@cloudyskies2729 some of us wasn't blessed in the parent pool. We can only live through the joyous stories of others

  • @littledeel
    @littledeel 6 років тому +12

    This world can be so cruel. And yet so amazing.

  • @MrChinchilla_hn
    @MrChinchilla_hn 3 роки тому +4

    The circle was complete with his dad's vital part in that event.

  • @cjinasia9266
    @cjinasia9266 3 роки тому +30

    So sweet and yes, everyone needs to be a donor. Life, pass it on.

  • @TheMarie2000
    @TheMarie2000 3 роки тому +5

    What a marvellous story. It brought tears to my eyes. With dire circumstances from COVID crisis, we need uplifting stories like this

  • @emcole123
    @emcole123 5 років тому +4

    Wow, what an amazing story! How sweet of the recipient of her dad's heart to walk her down the aisle on her wedding day. Her dad WAS with her!

  • @michelemichele5204
    @michelemichele5204 6 років тому +6

    i dont know how she could go thru the ceremony without sobbing the whole time. beautiful idea oh yes, but wow, so emotional!

  • @mihkhailgaudette4370
    @mihkhailgaudette4370 7 місяців тому

    How nice that you two. We're able to share this special occasion together!

  • @dishokaur1410
    @dishokaur1410 3 роки тому +2

    What a beautiful story with sadness & Happiness.God bless you all.

  • @alisondestefano1907
    @alisondestefano1907 3 роки тому

    This is a beautiful wonderful thing to do. This man is a superhero bro.

  • @VJ96K
    @VJ96K 3 роки тому +2

    Started randomly than saw 12 such videos n i can't stop my tears😭😭😭😭😭 love all those lovely souls

  • @El_Roi75
    @El_Roi75 7 місяців тому

    They actually favor each other around the mouth. God bless ❤🙏🏽

  • @nicolesingwaan9585
    @nicolesingwaan9585 3 роки тому +1

    It's so, so, touching what miracle touching so many lives with so much love. 💖💖💖

  • @annelizebuitendach7523
    @annelizebuitendach7523 3 роки тому +1

    Wow!!! This was very special!!🎈♥️

  • @ps6474
    @ps6474 3 роки тому

    Awwww, very sweet and touching video. Sorry for the lost of your father Ms bride

  • @BerryLips2601
    @BerryLips2601 3 роки тому

    I was crying like a baby.... so beautiful ...

  • @usasstar
    @usasstar 6 років тому +95

    Omg I in a river right now &
    My pillow is wet. When she touch his heart . My tears get more emotional. I am so happy for her.

  • @RG-hf4et
    @RG-hf4et 3 роки тому +1

    Omg, I started crying ehen I READ THE TITLE!! AND CRIED THE WHOLE VIDEO!!! 😭😭😭😭😭
    SO glad this man walked her down the aisle!!!! What a beautiful story!!!!! ⚘⚘⚘

  • @mattschroeder3432
    @mattschroeder3432 6 років тому +28

    oh my god i lost it when she touched his heart. i had open heart surgery and lost my dad to cancer. i cant stop crying but im not sad

  • @yolandaromero1394
    @yolandaromero1394 6 років тому +27

    Absolutely beautiful..had me in tears!! Your dad is there with you sweetheart!! Bless your marriage....

  • @apwrg4350
    @apwrg4350 6 років тому +11

    PRECIOUS, PRECIOUS, PRECIOUS. I CAN'T IMAGINE HOW SHE FELT WHEN SHE TOUCHED HER DAD'S HEART IN THIS MAN.

  • @kicker762
    @kicker762 3 роки тому +7

    That is a beautiful heart warming story....

  • @ncredbird3998
    @ncredbird3998 5 років тому +3

    Beautiful!! A gift of life that keeps living on. Well wishes for a bright happy future to the bride and groom. This man did such a special thing for this family, a gift for a gift.

  • @janierobinson4432
    @janierobinson4432 4 місяці тому +1

    That is so beautiful!!!!

  • @Cantetinza17
    @Cantetinza17 3 роки тому +3

    This is just Beautiful!

  • @minnipearls3633
    @minnipearls3633 3 роки тому +1

    So good to hear a wonderful story. ❤️🙏

  • @besttwinsever7585
    @besttwinsever7585 3 роки тому +9

    Bawling like a baby god bless her and god bless him as well here’s to a very long Marriage may you and your husband grow old right beside each other.

  • @paulinesuggitt5430
    @paulinesuggitt5430 3 роки тому +8

    How utterly fabulous!
    Totally fitting and a perfect way of honouring and thanking her dad .
    Am certain he was there in spirit too. God Bless them all - this illustrates perfectly one of a multitude of reasons we should all be organ donors. ❤ Peace, love and blessings to all 🙏

  • @stevenmaza1372
    @stevenmaza1372 3 роки тому +1

    Good things happen to good people. What a heart warming story.

  • @betha.6279
    @betha.6279 2 роки тому +1

    This made me cry! My teenage nephew was given a new kidney last year, saving his life just in time. Our family can't say thank you enough to the donor / family for giving my nephew a chance to graduate from highschool, fall in love and have a future!

  • @denisekhan3083
    @denisekhan3083 2 роки тому

    Am so glad he walked her down d isle , am lost for words!!!! Beautiful story

  • @ritafernando5049
    @ritafernando5049 6 років тому +3

    IT'S A. BEAUTIFUL REAL LIFE STORY. GOD BLESS THE COUPLE. ALSO THE GENTLEMAN WHO RECEIVE HEART FOR. HIS LIFE.

  • @eatfoodmusic3184
    @eatfoodmusic3184 5 років тому +2

    Beautiful...

  • @janedoe805
    @janedoe805 3 роки тому +4

    That is the sweetest story I’ve ever heard in my entire life! I’m so sorry you lost your Dad... However, l was thrilled you were able to have his heart with you when you walked on the aisle! 😢😢😢

  • @cindymorris5960
    @cindymorris5960 5 років тому +2

    Beautiful story. So emotional.

  • @marymuffler7780
    @marymuffler7780 6 років тому +9

    greatest gift ever

  • @angelacaddo393
    @angelacaddo393 3 роки тому +2

    That is just so special..And that's why i chose to be an organ donor when i was 16 when i first got my drivers license..

  • @user-ot4ko3fv1m
    @user-ot4ko3fv1m 8 місяців тому

    What an amazing story but also one sad one. I am a donor and I have two friends who are recipients of livers. They are enjoying their lives. God Bless both of these families.

  • @alisonfowler8193
    @alisonfowler8193 2 роки тому

    What a wonderful gift💕

  • @bomphrat
    @bomphrat Рік тому

    Absolutely awesome. Love these positive stories.

  • @maileelor3207
    @maileelor3207 3 роки тому +1

    I can’t stop crying with her! He must be an amazing father ❤️.

  • @amandacharlebois9295
    @amandacharlebois9295 3 роки тому +2

    I’m not easily choked up, but this is truly one of the most touching things I’ve ever seen. What an amazing gift for both of them!! I cannot understand why people wouldn’t want to donate their loved ones organs. At least in that case, you know something good came out of your loved one dying. I haven’t lost my parents yet thankfully but my dad almost died of kidney failure a few years ago, and my mom and brother and I fully intended to donate whatever we could. It saves other people, the pain you’re going through. Who wouldn’t want to do that?? I’m just so happy she was able to have her father there in some form. What a beautiful story!

  • @philippacowhig-morris5583
    @philippacowhig-morris5583 6 років тому +3

    BEAUTIFUL !!!! AND YES CAPS ! x

  • @shirot8423
    @shirot8423 3 роки тому +2

    Why am I crying? This is very emotional..

  • @johnisaok66
    @johnisaok66 6 років тому +77

    How could people dislike this

    • @gailbrezinka9766
      @gailbrezinka9766 3 роки тому +2

      Robots

    • @ellie.M.mae.
      @ellie.M.mae. 3 роки тому +5

      Heartless creatures that need a heart transplant

    • @itsmesia2469
      @itsmesia2469 3 роки тому +2

      They disliked it by mistake bc they could not see clearly through the tears.... Yah believe so... 🤷

  • @msccv4048
    @msccv4048 3 роки тому +1

    Waaaaahhhhhh.😢😢😢😢 God bless you all. 😇❤️

  • @LoveAuntAshley
    @LoveAuntAshley 6 років тому +2

    Words cannot even describe how touching this video is! God Bless both men involved.

  • @sianwordsworth
    @sianwordsworth 3 роки тому +1

    That’s gorgeous ❤️

  • @carol8513
    @carol8513 7 місяців тому

    Gods lov ,protection and a strong closness continue for both of them, God bless

  • @LisaLisa-526
    @LisaLisa-526 6 років тому +3

    Can't stop crying, how beautiful!!

  • @madnessintomagic
    @madnessintomagic 3 роки тому +1

    Lovely that this man was willing. Too many people (I come across) are uptight and act weird about things like this. This is a NORMAL and loving thing to do, but some people.....

  • @lindadavies8114
    @lindadavies8114 6 років тому +5

    The most wonderful gift 💝 of life beautiful 😭 my eyes out

  • @mikewrasman5103
    @mikewrasman5103 3 роки тому +2

    This is so neat that she had her dad's heart at her wedding and to have Arthur walk her down the aisle.😎

  • @wilrobles5392
    @wilrobles5392 6 років тому +10

    It's almost like witnessing the resurrection of a loved one.

  • @caropapa
    @caropapa 3 роки тому +1

    Thats a beautiful story

  • @HailWoden18
    @HailWoden18 5 місяців тому

    Brought me to tears, quite a lot.

  • @angiesuarez1753
    @angiesuarez1753 3 роки тому

    A nice miracle way returning gratitude on this very special occassion....

  • @glasserallen
    @glasserallen 3 роки тому

    Man that is touching very beautiful!

  • @rjb073
    @rjb073 6 років тому +3

    Everyone was a winner on this special day.

  • @avionserrao7943
    @avionserrao7943 5 років тому +1

    Wow thats cute and heart touching

  • @elsieschmaltz6754
    @elsieschmaltz6754 3 роки тому +2

    Amazing miracle after a tragedy

  • @sherriewalkey2976
    @sherriewalkey2976 3 роки тому +1

    Sweetest thing ever

  • @Moon-magic109
    @Moon-magic109 3 роки тому

    A heart warming story .

  • @timjohnson8820
    @timjohnson8820 3 роки тому

    Wow what a fabulous way to remember her father on her special day

  • @elainewarren1294
    @elainewarren1294 Рік тому

    I am crying with happiness!

  • @nikkinicole5588
    @nikkinicole5588 3 роки тому +1

    Beautiful.

  • @mattp9361
    @mattp9361 7 років тому +186

    Damm onions!!

  • @karrysasfoot5407
    @karrysasfoot5407 6 років тому +2

    Absolutely beautiful.......God bless all of you.

  • @elisejackson2854
    @elisejackson2854 4 роки тому +2

    his dimples 😍

  • @J.L.Nelson
    @J.L.Nelson 6 років тому +2

    What a beautiful moment. I cried as I watched it.

  • @andybasha
    @andybasha Рік тому +1

    Felt to me as if her father was present at her wedding, a piece of her father this man carries inside of his chest, a piece of him that continues to live, I’m convinced the feelings and emotions this man felt towards her, were exactly how her father would have felt, him looking at her as if her father was back to life for a short time to be with his little girl for her most important moment of her life, I’m convinced her father was truly there with his soul and consciousness, life and death is a mystery, something that tells us that death is not the end of story but the beginning of a true life, where no death no pain or sorrow and no separation from our loved ones. Until we meet again. Thanks for the hero that saved this man’s life giving him another chance to live life and also much respect and love for the recipient. Use the gift of life well.

  • @gusgotay527
    @gusgotay527 6 років тому +1

    Beautiful story God Bless Them

  • @brandyyolidio4213
    @brandyyolidio4213 3 роки тому

    I am so happy he was there, she looks soo happy and beautiful ❤❤

  • @rainbowpandasays8851
    @rainbowpandasays8851 3 роки тому +1

    Soo beautiful.

  • @mattyd6137
    @mattyd6137 5 років тому +1

    So beautiful

  • @mystique1224
    @mystique1224 6 років тому +2

    That was too sweet...

  • @loversroll1
    @loversroll1 Рік тому

    This is beyond beautiful ❤

  • @deannacamarillo6944
    @deannacamarillo6944 6 років тому +2

    Awww that is so beautiful

  • @silentjustice5657
    @silentjustice5657 3 роки тому

    What a beautiful story!

  • @nualawolfe4471
    @nualawolfe4471 6 років тому +6

    I'm not crying, you're crying!!!!! (no, I'm sobbing my eyes out!)

  • @jaiicee5270
    @jaiicee5270 2 роки тому

    Omg 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😢 the tears are actually running down my face ❤️

  • @pamelaables-propertymanage4136
    @pamelaables-propertymanage4136 3 роки тому

    YEP the tears started to flow at the beginning ..... sad but happy tears

  • @AAiken-dj6wr
    @AAiken-dj6wr 3 роки тому

    That's beautiful! I'm over here boling like a baby...

  • @michellejohnson3504
    @michellejohnson3504 6 років тому +2

    Simply, a beautiful story. Thanks for sharing some goodess.