It’s beyond me to comprehend that anybody anybody would put down a down syndrome child they are so precious. They are so giving they are so loving and I have a member of my family who has a down syndrome brother and one day on a visit we were chatting back-and-forth for hours and he came up to me. He goes. Thank you for talking to me because nobody in my family talks to me. It broke my heart!! I make it a point to always extend myself to any child born with any disability because they belong on this earth like everybody else and when I hear of people putting down children, such as these beautiful boys it just beyond me to comprehend ‘’why why would they ever ever make such comments” life is a gift and everybody deserves to be here. Love changes everything.
wishin for a disabled child is disturbing. I never prayed for a disabled child and always planned to adopt. She almost seemed sad that her child did not have down syndrome. There is nothing wrong with people with disabiliites but to wish that on your own child is sad
@@cathy2earth Hmmmm, I think your view of things may be quite different than hers. Not every human who has a special child is fully equipped to care for their special love. However, some humans are more equipped to handle the unique challenges that others struggle to navigate. I think she was eager and willing to have the opportunity to have those types of children and to provide her special ability to cope and love them unconditionally. I am almost certain some of this stems from growing up with Mary Beth and seeing how cruel and insensitive "normal" people can be to those with different needs. I can't even imagine what that is like today with the unidentified faceless keyboard warriors who make uncalled for, crass, and quite honestly unintelligent comments about people for any reason. I'd be willing to bet that her naturally born child would have wonderful things to say about her as well and likely wouldn't wish for a "normal" family for anything. I'm pretty confident that their whole tribe thinks that they are one of the most normal families around and that is amazing!
@@GarbageMan2025 i have a severely disabled child and his life is not easy. My son is my love of life though. My channel has many videos of him. My son does ABA, PRT, in home speech, in home feeding therapy, in home OT, in home urgent response services, conductive education at March of Dimes and music therapy. For rec my son does Challenger Baseball, special Olympics soccer, adaptive rock climbing and adaptive dance. His therapy and rec alone cost 11000/m not to mention his school is 85000/yr called New Haven. My channel has all about me. I ddont wish my sons strugles on any child. Not so no named you just apparently cant figure out how to look at somones channel. My other son died of cancer and I have videos of him. I run a charity for terminally ill children, i do advocacy against ther troubled teen industry. Go away your the faceless keyboard warriors.
Omg Cameron!! I was his nurse for years in the group home. I'm so happy he has a loving family now. Idk how I even came across this video but I'm glad I did
I have worked with Down Syndrome/ Special Needs children too. It is so surprising to me just how deeply, truly and sincerely they love people. I have to wonder what it is that makes them like that.
I’m a disability support worker here in Australia, it’s always a great honour and pleasure to support adults with Down syndrome. They’re honest, non judgmental, willing and able of so many things but must if all they have nothing but love for everyone and everything
You don't feel so different when five of you are the same. What a great group of friends - hanging out, having fun, looking after each other, and gently ribbing each other..
When I worked in a care home there were many people that just didn't belong there. I can only imagine the pain those boys felt before you found them. An angel. Some people are just meant to be special parents.
Can we clone this woman? Not only is she loving but the way she acknowledges how important it is to teach these boys to be independent, she’s extremely smart. Love her. And the boys are a blast.
I had a son when I was 22 with Down syndrome. He has been the biggest blessing in my life. He is my angel on earth. He is now 35 and I feel blessed to be a part of his life. This couple is awesome and so very very loved!
Thank you so much for everything you do for all of your boys. I lost my cousin Kevin just over a year ago. He had Down Syndrome and passed away just after his 65th birthday. He graduated from high school, drove a car and worked all his life as a cashier. I miss him terribly as I was only a few months older than him and we were inseparable all our lives. I hope that everyone who sees your videos will realize what wonderful people they truly are.
You are such a blessing. I have a mentally handicapped brother who lives with me he is 71. Although he does get on my nerves sometimes he is really no problem. I t makes me sad that people so readily give Down syndrome children up. They deserve a happy home just like normal children. Bless you!
My cousin had Down syndrome he was the sweetest guy he past away in his 50’s our family reunions have never been the same God bless you you have a home over flowing with love
It has been my honour to know my friend's Down Syndrome brother. He was the much wanted son after three daughters. His mother was advised to put him in a home. Instead, his family have adored him daily, travelled with him, partied with him, and encouraged his amazing art skills. Tomorrow, he turns 60, surrounded by his extended family of 50 plus, including nephews, nieces, grand nephews, and nieces, his three sisters having organised a huge celebration He is a savant,remembering everyone's birthday or anniversary. What a blessing he is. All children are precious.
im glod u gto him in a safe houme u dun gd u saved thre lifes im prond fo u controntratlions on tha preson tureing 60 life gose on live it at the bsets monets we all have tuarese all the montses we all hav in thsi wrold im olny 35 life getign on nwo so enjyo life and jsut hav fun in life im autistic and hav learning dificulties so i take a bond to u wondreful peole hav a gd dya my wonfle frends hav a gd chrismas and a gd nwe yrea lov u as my frends and as a famly ❤️
My husband and I were "gifted" a beautiful baby daughter in 1989 who happened to have Down syndrome. Amy has enriched our lives, she has given us an understanding of what God's love is for us: unconditional. Amy and her friends love each other unconditionally. Wow. That is so amazing. So many of our friends and their families love "with conditions." Amy doesn't like loud noises, changes (as in power outages, thunder, fireworks, etc.) BUT she LOVES her friends and family with no strings attached. She is a beautiful GIFT from God. Amy loves her brother, sister-in-law and her nephew. We are blessed!!!
I have dwarfism so I know all about how society discriminates and people treat people differently because of it. Your boys are enlightening and make me smile. You're a fabulous Mom ❤️ I'm glad I saw this.
HAD A BROTHER NAMED EDDIE WHO HAD DOWNS HE WAS THE JOY OF MY LIFE AND TAUGHT ME SO MUCH ABOUT LOVE COMPASSION AND HIS OUTLOOK ON LOVING OTHERS. I WAS JUST A YEAR OLDER BUT I WAS HIS LITTLE MAMA. EVERY TIME I HEAR THE SONG HE AIN'T HEAVY HE'S MY BROTHER I GET A TEAR IN MY EYE.
awww belss u my frend ur a wonful preson lov u my frend 💖💖💖💖 im autistic and hav lering diiculties im olny 35 and im a gril loking fro frends olyn i hav no frends 😢😢😢
Love the fact she is just so excited to have these precious souls a rarity and my heart on the one abused before she find him🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹So glad she found these precious souls🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹
Im so glad i found this itcwarms my heart. Ibhad a little brother with Downs. I loved him so much. I used to care for him and took him to the movies on weekends. He would have turned 66 this month Nov 8th. He died 4 days after his 12th birthday. I was devastated. I just turned 69 and watching this I cried with happiness. Thankyou ❤
They are the best people in the world. They are full of sunshine. And make you laugh so much. I have met two and they are so lovely and upbeat 😊 Love them.
What a beautiful family! I love the different personalities in the boys but love that their big, big hearts and smiles are shared so freely with everyone they meet. Very thankful for this video today! ❤
I know it's cliche but you literally feel the love watching them. I love her outlook of purposely wanting a kid with disability, that's great! I know it's difficult but we need people like that
i have a tender heart towards people with Down Syndrome. This family proves what a blessing they are and how much they can enrich every life they touch. I am almost jealous of the mom but I am even more thrilled for each of those young men, that they have a family that clearly loves them and made the sacrifices necessary to make that happen for them.
I've dedicated 25 years of my life to this population in supported living in their own homes, and the elderly as well. And, my response is the same as yours when it comes to how much more enriched my life has become because of their presence in it! Such a great video to represent daily life, and the love and giggles that come along with it. Thank you, and thank the guys for the laughter I experienced right along with them! 💜💟💜
Your family is beautiful!! ❤ I used to work with adults that had developmental and intellectual disabilities. I first started working in the residential setting for almost 2 years and then I decided to join the day program. I was with them for about 12 years. We did everything from leisure activities to volunteering at various places in the community.
I worked in retail and hospitality for years. My favourite customers were Down Syndrome folk ( special shout out to Mark). They treated us with respect and friendship, which is far more than I can say for many 'normal' people. RESPECT for this family ❤
I was a support worker for special needs adults in a group home. They are so full of life, love, and laughter. I really miss them as I'm retired now, but do run into them once in awhile in public. They light up and run to hug me. I'm just as happy to see them. You seem like a person one enjoys being around. KUDOS to you.
Your family is beautiful, and I am so in awe of you for giving these young gentlemen a chance to love and grow with happiness and to be a family. They're AWESOME!! ❤
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The are beautiful boys and brings happines and love and sunshine in our harts. We wish you all the best. We have twin boys with down- syndroom. Greetings from Belgium.
I worked with young adults with Downs Syndrome many years ago (teaching independent living skills and getting them jobs in the community), and am convinced that they are role models for the rest of us on joyful living and unconditional love. I also learned that they would do anything for me when it was politely requested, but they could be very stubborn if I was trying to force something.... Another great lesson for me!
I rarely watch a video from start to finish. I am balling my eyes out at the compassion this family has. This gives me so much hope for humanity. If I could afford children, I would definitely consider a special child, likely autism and/or downs. Thank you for this video!
I worked in a “facility” in Indiana in the late 1960’s (I was only 18) and my heart LOVED them and I look forward to seeing them all in heaven some day. What an amazing family!
As the mom of a wonderful, 35 year old man with multiple disabilities, this warmed my heart. People who know me think I’m some kind of saint for caring for my son at home but I am the one who is blessed daily by his love and joy. Thank you for sharing this beautiful story. May God bless you all.
I’m a 76 year old RN and have specialized in the care of special needs patients in their homes. I really appreciate hearing this adoptive mom’s heart for these young men.
What a beautiful family. I grew up with two brothers with cerebral palsy and they both made my life worth living. And just like you boys they were the sweetest. Unfortunately my one of my brothers was seven and he passed away and I’m missing him to this day and I’m 75 years old my brother Jeff died when he was 30 and again miss him like they were just they just make your life more livable you understand the world a little bit better thanks for sharing. Tell the boys I said hello.😊
Today is Thanksgiving 2024. I am so thankful for David and Jackson and ALL the wonderful people with Special Needs. I am so thankful for the amazing families that adopt. Thank you Lord for all your blessings. Happy Thanksgiving everyone.
I don't understand why people would make negative comments 😢 Thank you so much for being patient with those people and allowing them to see their mistake.
It takes a very special person to do what you do and have such a love making me tear up. Beautiful and a blessing for so many. Thank you for sharing this wonderful family story. Very inspiring for many families. Thank you so much for being you
People with down syndrome I think are blessed because they are always so happy in the right environment and they love to make people smile. Just truly good souls.
I’m absolutely an aw. I have a brother with Down syndrome who can’t walk or talk, but is an absolutely bundle of joy when it comes to music (he’s also a huge Justin Bieber lover) and movies as well. Seeing this brings tears to my eyes. This family is absolutely so amazing. Dear Mom and Dad you guys both have a heart of gold. God bless you and the family so much. Thank you for taking care of these boys and giving them so much love when so many others didn’t want to do so. :(
OMG!!! I stumbled upon this video and what a blessing to have seen it. In my life my calling has been special needs animals. The joy and love and blessings you receive for out way everything else. Thank you for the love you have shared!!! Cheers!❤️
I worked for many years with adults with developmental disabilities. My absolute favorites were the ones with Downs. Everything you say about them is true. The world regards them differently but once someone gets to know them, their hearts are changed. We need more individuals like them in our hurting world. Thank you for giving us a wonderful example of selfless love. ❤️🙏
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Throughout my life, the ones that I have met with down syndrome have given me the most joy and the most incredible laughs. What you are doing is amazing and your boys seem incredible.
What a beautiful mother you are, and not just that, a kind and steady human being. A pleasure to hear you speak and hear your stories. All the best to you and your family.. 🙏💜
Thank you Mikey for saving me from drowning when you were a teenager. You were very brave to jump into the lake and pull me out. You told me that I shouldn’t go into the water without a life vest on, I was very young and didn’t listen..I’m sorry it scared you and made you cry. R.I.P my old friend I’ll never forget you.
You are miracle workers: a mom, dad, and son who have brought these boys into a life akin to paradise, filled with love, compassion, and respect. I cannot contain my tears of joy, knowing they are in the presence of such angels.
I have been blessed with working with people with Down Syndrome. I always tell people that they are angels walking among us to teach us unconditional love, kindness and happiness. What an incredible family to open their homes and hearts adopting the 5 young men. Thank you for sharing their beautiful story!❤
I totally enjoyed your post. Lovely family. When people told me my daughter,(who I adopted at 15, and doesn't have downs syndrome,) was lucky. I always said she was lucky to have me and I am also very lucky to have her! Especially loved the wise way you handled on line critics! So fantastic that you are educating people and changing hearts and minds!!
I used to work at a school for special needs children, Downs, Cerebral Palsy etc. Every working day when entering the door, there was 20 kids aged 4-18 waiting for me at the door, telling me how much they'd love me and how much I was missed since yesterday. Best, most rewarding, easiest and enjoyable job ever. Loved those kids
There are no words to describe how wonderful your family is.. you can see you are raising the boys to be respectful and caring adults.. how many of those with negative comments can say they are doing the same either their children.. please continue to spread the joy of celebrating your wonderful family!!!❤
What a beautiful family and story. My sister had Down Syndrome. I loved her dearly, we were very close. She taught us all so much. She went home to be with The Lord at the age of 16 back in the 80's. She had diabetes and her blood sugar dropped in the night.
They all have such beautiful smiles that I found myself smiling through this whole video. They really are a special bunch of guys, it must be a joy to be around them ❤️
I Pray this puts those people sitting on the fence into action about adopting. A Great Beautiful video. I had a critical care son for 25 years. Best Best days of my entire life. I may not have known God like I got to know Him in that time. It was like having 12 kids in one, it was a hard road but the Lord was with me every step of the way. Always RUN towards where God is leading you-don't waste pne minute out of line in Gods' Will. What a Beautiful Blessed Family !
That is one very special lady, she gave 5 people who she had never met, a chance at real happiness, she built a family through pure love.
and husband!
they are so funny i can't stop laughing. I laugh at them not with them
@@simpleman7516that’s why you’re sad and alone. Its simple,man 😘
It’s beyond me to comprehend that anybody anybody would put down a down syndrome child they are so precious. They are so giving they are so loving and I have a member of my family who has a down syndrome brother and one day on a visit we were chatting back-and-forth for hours and he came up to me. He goes. Thank you for talking to me because nobody in my family talks to me. It broke my heart!! I make it a point to always extend myself to any child born with any disability because they belong on this earth like everybody else and when I hear of people putting down children, such as these beautiful boys it just beyond me to comprehend ‘’why why would they ever ever make such comments” life is a gift and everybody deserves to be here. Love changes everything.
Thanks for your comment
I can't imagine the moral vacuum that must exist in the hearts of anyone making negative comments about this wonderful and loving family.
They need our love to melt their hearts!
wishin for a disabled child is disturbing. I never prayed for a disabled child and always planned to adopt. She almost seemed sad that her child did not have down syndrome. There is nothing wrong with people with disabiliites but to wish that on your own child is sad
@@cathy2earth Hmmmm, I think your view of things may be quite different than hers. Not every human who has a special child is fully equipped to care for their special love. However, some humans are more equipped to handle the unique challenges that others struggle to navigate. I think she was eager and willing to have the opportunity to have those types of children and to provide her special ability to cope and love them unconditionally. I am almost certain some of this stems from growing up with Mary Beth and seeing how cruel and insensitive "normal" people can be to those with different needs. I can't even imagine what that is like today with the unidentified faceless keyboard warriors who make uncalled for, crass, and quite honestly unintelligent comments about people for any reason. I'd be willing to bet that her naturally born child would have wonderful things to say about her as well and likely wouldn't wish for a "normal" family for anything. I'm pretty confident that their whole tribe thinks that they are one of the most normal families around and that is amazing!
I can not think of one negative thing to say about such positive people like this family. ❤❤❤❤
@@GarbageMan2025 i have a severely disabled child and his life is not easy. My son is my love of life though. My channel has many videos of him. My son does ABA, PRT, in home speech, in home feeding therapy, in home OT, in home urgent response services, conductive education at March of Dimes and music therapy. For rec my son does Challenger Baseball, special Olympics soccer, adaptive rock climbing and adaptive dance. His therapy and rec alone cost 11000/m not to mention his school is 85000/yr called New Haven. My channel has all about me. I ddont wish my sons strugles on any child. Not so no named you just apparently cant figure out how to look at somones channel.
My other son died of cancer and I have videos of him. I run a charity for terminally ill children, i do advocacy against ther troubled teen industry. Go away your the faceless keyboard warriors.
You're doing a great job raising the boys !! They are so happy and joyful!!
God Bless your Sweet family
Omg Cameron!! I was his nurse for years in the group home. I'm so happy he has a loving family now. Idk how I even came across this video but I'm glad I did
WHAT?!?!? Wow! We are so thankful you saw this! Cameron is amazing!
Cam will be excited you saw him in a video ❤
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Beautiful ❤
I recently wrote a comment about the nurses who became family to us , for our frequent flyer at the children’s hospital.
I have worked with Down Syndrome/ Special Needs children too. It is so surprising to me just how deeply, truly and sincerely they love people. I have to wonder what it is that makes them like that.
My 3 year old granddaughter has Down Syndrome...the joy she brings to us everyday cannot be described🥰
We bet she does!!! So much love!
@@StoriesMadeWithLove i lov as a frend im proud fo u peopl ❤❤❤❤️
So this is about this family, not yours, so let them have their moment
But ypu can be like these guys and expose thier kids for likes and.comments
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Love this beautiful family😍💝
I’m a disability support worker here in Australia, it’s always a great honour and pleasure to support adults with Down syndrome. They’re honest, non judgmental, willing and able of so many things but must if all they have nothing but love for everyone and everything
You don't feel so different when five of you are the same. What a great group of friends - hanging out, having fun, looking after each other, and gently ribbing each other..
It was such a pleasure to hang out with the boys while making this video. They are amazing!
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beautifully said.
When I worked in a care home there were many people that just didn't belong there. I can only imagine the pain those boys felt before you found them. An angel. Some people are just meant to be special parents.
Can we clone this woman? Not only is she loving but the way she acknowledges how important it is to teach these boys to be independent, she’s extremely smart. Love her. And the boys are a blast.
I had a son when I was 22 with Down syndrome. He has been the biggest blessing in my life. He is my angel on earth. He is now 35 and I feel blessed to be a part of his life. This couple is awesome and so very very loved!
Thank you so much for everything you do for all of your boys. I lost my cousin Kevin just over a year ago. He had Down Syndrome and passed away just after his 65th birthday. He graduated from high school, drove a car and worked all his life as a cashier. I miss him terribly as I was only a few months older than him and we were inseparable all our lives. I hope that everyone who sees your videos will realize what wonderful people they truly are.
im so srry fro ur lost he loking dwon on u 💕💕💕❤❤️
Thanks for your comment. We are trying hard to share with the world how wonderful our friends with Down syndrome are!
holy cow 65 thats like a record sry for your loss
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@@leasafetter4064 tha gd to be 😎😎💖💖💖🎂🎂🎂✌✌🎶🎶
You are such a blessing. I have a mentally handicapped brother who lives with me he is 71. Although he does get on my nerves sometimes he is really no problem. I t makes me sad that people so readily give Down syndrome children up. They deserve a happy home just like normal children. Bless you!
She is such a good mother to these guys. Beautiful.
Yes she is!!!
How beautiful. Every now and then the algorithm gives you just what you need to turn your day around. TY UA-cam
So glad you watched!
Yeah every so often YT hits a home run.
What a great adoptive mom.
She is amazing.
So kind and good.
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We completely agree!
Very thankful that people like her exist.
My cousin had Down syndrome he was the sweetest guy he past away in his 50’s our family reunions have never been the same God bless you you have a home over flowing with love
It has been my honour to know my friend's Down Syndrome brother. He was the much wanted son after three daughters. His mother was advised to put him in a home. Instead, his family have adored him daily, travelled with him, partied with him, and encouraged his amazing art skills. Tomorrow, he turns 60, surrounded by his extended family of 50 plus, including nephews, nieces, grand nephews, and nieces, his three sisters having organised a huge celebration He is a savant,remembering everyone's birthday or anniversary. What a blessing he is. All children are precious.
Happy Birthday! Thanks for sharing!
What a blessing those men are too that family.
im glod u gto him in a safe houme u dun gd u saved thre lifes im prond fo u controntratlions on tha preson tureing 60 life gose on live it at the bsets monets we all have tuarese all the montses we all hav in thsi wrold im olny 35 life getign on nwo so enjyo life and jsut hav fun in life im autistic and hav learning dificulties so i take a bond to u wondreful peole hav a gd dya my wonfle frends hav a gd chrismas and a gd nwe yrea lov u as my frends and as a famly ❤️
Awwww tha wonful to hre ❤❤❤❤🎂🎂🎂🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🎁🎁🎁🎁
You are not only a blessing to the boys but to the world by sharing your story and leading by example. Your a reminder that God loves us all.
My husband and I were "gifted" a beautiful baby daughter in 1989 who happened to have Down syndrome. Amy has enriched our lives, she has given us an understanding of what God's love is for us: unconditional. Amy and her friends love each other unconditionally. Wow. That is so amazing. So many of our friends and their families love "with conditions." Amy doesn't like loud noises, changes (as in power outages, thunder, fireworks, etc.) BUT she LOVES her friends and family with no strings attached. She is a beautiful GIFT from God. Amy loves her brother, sister-in-law and her nephew. We are blessed!!!
Thank you for sharing!!!! We love to hear stories like yours!
I have dwarfism so I know all about how society discriminates and people treat people differently because of it.
Your boys are enlightening and make me smile.
You're a fabulous Mom ❤️
I'm glad I saw this.
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We are glad you saw this too!
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I follow Peer Montzingo. Love watching his videos especially with his mum.
You're a beautiful woman. Don't let any of those mean comments ever get to you.
God bless you ❤
wow that’s so cool that them having a playground is helping them lose weight the boys look so good🖤
HAD A BROTHER NAMED EDDIE WHO HAD DOWNS HE WAS THE JOY OF MY LIFE AND TAUGHT ME SO MUCH ABOUT LOVE COMPASSION AND HIS OUTLOOK ON LOVING OTHERS. I WAS JUST A YEAR OLDER BUT I WAS HIS LITTLE MAMA. EVERY TIME I HEAR THE SONG HE AIN'T HEAVY HE'S MY BROTHER I GET A TEAR IN MY EYE.
That is so sweet! Thanks for sharing
awww belss u my frend ur a wonful preson lov u my frend 💖💖💖💖 im autistic and hav lering diiculties im olny 35 and im a gril loking fro frends olyn i hav no frends 😢😢😢
It’s so terribly selfish to wish to have a child with down syndrome
@@JessieHasspecialneeds-b4i I don’t have much friends tho I’m normal person. I’m introvert and shy. If I could meet you in person I’ll be your friend.
Love the fact she is just so excited to have these precious souls a rarity and my heart on the one abused before she find him🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹So glad she found these precious souls🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹
Im so glad i found this itcwarms my heart. Ibhad a little brother with Downs. I loved him so much. I used to care for him and took him to the movies on weekends. He would have turned 66 this month Nov 8th. He died 4 days after his 12th birthday. I was devastated. I just turned 69 and watching this I cried with happiness. Thankyou ❤
Thanks for watching
These parents are on a different level. It take special people with more love in there hearts to adopt these boys.
They are the best people in the world. They are full of sunshine. And make you laugh so much. I have met two and they are so lovely and upbeat 😊
Love them.
Young people with Down syndrome are full of love and smiles❤
Mom's and Dad's like you are a huge blessing to all those sweet boys. I myself want to adopt Down Syndrome. Thank you so much for your huge heart.
Check out RODS.org to learn more about special needs adoption!
BEAUTIFUL LOVE from this mom & dad to these amazing boys/young men now‼️‼️What a GIFT 💝
Such a gift! Thanks for commenting!
Yes ti is a 🎁 a gife frmo god ahem 💖💖💖💖💖
What an awesome inspirational family! A home filled with love , compassion and caring! Wishing all of them the very best in life !!!
thank YOU!
People with Downs have a special talent for love.
its amazing what watching these types of videos does to someone i was super depressed these past few days and watching this has brought me happiness
This warms our hearts and gives us the motivation to keep making these videos. Follow us for more videos. We pray your depression will disappear.
What a beautiful family! I love the different personalities in the boys but love that their big, big hearts and smiles are shared so freely with everyone they meet. Very thankful for this video today! ❤
We love that too!!! Thanks for commenting!
To say that I admire you and your family would be a total understatement!!!! May God bless you and keep you always.
Thank YOU!
I know it's cliche but you literally feel the love watching them. I love her outlook of purposely wanting a kid with disability, that's great! I know it's difficult but we need people like that
It is true. We felt the love when we made the video. And Shannon is amazing!!! Her whole family is amazing!
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Yes you definitely feel the love ❤
I love this woman’s heart. God bless.
i have a tender heart towards people with Down Syndrome. This family proves what a blessing they are and how much they can enrich every life they touch. I am almost jealous of the mom but I am even more thrilled for each of those young men, that they have a family that clearly loves them and made the sacrifices necessary to make that happen for them.
They are truly a blessing. We hope more people will just give them a chance and if they do they will be blessed too!
Wow!! You’re wonderful people. People with downs are also some of the most loving people in the world.
So very true
I've dedicated 25 years of my life to this population in supported living in their own homes, and the elderly as well. And, my response is the same as yours when it comes to how much more enriched my life has become because of their presence in it! Such a great video to represent daily life, and the love and giggles that come along with it. Thank you, and thank the guys for the laughter I experienced right along with them! 💜💟💜
We love to hear this!!! Thank YOU!
Your family is beautiful!! ❤ I used to work with adults that had developmental and intellectual disabilities. I first started working in the residential setting for almost 2 years and then I decided to join the day program. I was with them for about 12 years. We did everything from leisure activities to volunteering at various places in the community.
I worked in retail and hospitality for years. My favourite customers were Down Syndrome folk ( special shout out to Mark).
They treated us with respect and friendship, which is far more than I can say for many 'normal' people.
RESPECT for this family ❤
I was a support worker for special needs adults in a group home. They are so full of life, love, and laughter. I really miss them as I'm retired now, but do run into them once in awhile in public. They light up and run to hug me. I'm just as happy to see them. You seem like a person one enjoys being around. KUDOS to you.
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Your family is beautiful, and I am so in awe of you for giving these young gentlemen a chance to love and grow with happiness and to be a family. They're AWESOME!! ❤
Thank YOU!
I love downs syndrome people! they are not judgemental, they're usually very loving and welcoming, who wouldn't want a bezzie like that?!.
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I wish I could work with people with Down syndrome I really do.
An absolutely delightful group of young men. Would be proud to call any one of them a friend. Hats off to mom and dad 👏🏻
The are beautiful boys and brings happines and love and sunshine in our harts. We wish you all the best. We have twin boys with down- syndroom. Greetings from Belgium.
Hello Belgium! Thanks for commenting!
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What an amazing bunch of men! And Mom is so special.
I worked with young adults with Downs Syndrome many years ago (teaching independent living skills and getting them jobs in the community), and am convinced that they are role models for the rest of us on joyful living and unconditional love. I also learned that they would do anything for me when it was politely requested, but they could be very stubborn if I was trying to force something.... Another great lesson for me!
You are so right! This is exactly what we won't our movie to show the world!
They are a gift to any of us that are lucky enought to meet them in life and you are so right in what you say about them .
I have a 34 year old nephew with down's. He one of the most loving, compassionate people you could ever encounter.
I rarely watch a video from start to finish. I am balling my eyes out at the compassion this family has. This gives me so much hope for humanity. If I could afford children, I would definitely consider a special child, likely autism and/or downs. Thank you for this video!
Thanks for sharing! We are glad this video touched you
They are All so pure and innocent. God bless these people.
I worked in a “facility” in Indiana in the late 1960’s (I was only 18) and my heart LOVED them and I look forward to seeing them all in heaven some day. What an amazing family!
Wow! We'd love to hear your story!
This is heaven on earth. Thank you so much guys! ❤❤❤❤❤
What a wonderful family! ❤ 😊
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As the mom of a wonderful, 35 year old man with multiple disabilities, this warmed my heart. People who know me think I’m some kind of saint for caring for my son at home but I am the one who is blessed daily by his love and joy. Thank you for sharing this beautiful story. May God bless you all.
We hear this over and over. The world needs to know!
What a lovely home lovely young men bless them all.
Thank you
I’m a 76 year old RN and have specialized in the care of special needs patients in their homes. I really appreciate hearing this adoptive mom’s heart for these young men.
Thank you!
This is the sweetest thing I've ever seen ❤❤❤❤❤
Thank YOU!
What a beautiful family. I grew up with two brothers with cerebral palsy and they both made my life worth living. And just like you boys they were the sweetest. Unfortunately my one of my brothers was seven and he passed away and I’m missing him to this day and I’m 75 years old my brother Jeff died when he was 30 and again miss him like they were just they just make your life more livable you understand the world a little bit better thanks for sharing. Tell the boys I said hello.😊
Thank you for sharing your story!
Today is Thanksgiving 2024. I am so thankful for David and Jackson and ALL the wonderful people with Special Needs. I am so thankful for the amazing families that adopt. Thank you Lord for all your blessings. Happy Thanksgiving everyone.
We are sooooo thankful for families like yours who step up and get involved!! Keep on sharing the LOVE!!
My heart has been hardening from things in my Life, i guess i needed this. Thank you.
I don't understand why people would make negative comments 😢 Thank you so much for being patient with those people and allowing them to see their mistake.
They are the very people who need this kind of LOVE!!!
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This lady is a saint.
And the boys pure love and innocence.
A family of gold
It takes a very special person to do what you do and have such a love making me tear up. Beautiful and a blessing for so many. Thank you for sharing this wonderful family story. Very inspiring for many families. Thank you so much for being you
We are so happy you enjoyed our video!!! Come back for more beautiful stories!
We were send straight from heaven for these boys. Love and respect from Namibia.
It take a very special family to accept a down syndrome child. Thx for giving them a family that loves them.
What an inspiration this woman is. The world could use alot more people like her. Thank you for being You! Those young men are awesome!
You have a beautiful family. Your boys are a blessing and spread sunshine
People with down syndrome I think are blessed because they are always so happy in the right environment and they love to make people smile. Just truly good souls.
Thank you all so much for sharing all sides of your wonderful, encouraging and heart warming story!
I’m absolutely an aw. I have a brother with Down syndrome who can’t walk or talk, but is an absolutely bundle of joy when it comes to music (he’s also a huge Justin Bieber lover) and movies as well. Seeing this brings tears to my eyes. This family is absolutely so amazing. Dear Mom and Dad you guys both have a heart of gold. God bless you and the family so much. Thank you for taking care of these boys and giving them so much love when so many others didn’t want to do so. :(
OMG!!! I stumbled upon this video and what a blessing to have seen it. In my life my calling has been special needs animals. The joy and love and blessings you receive for out way everything else. Thank you for the love you have shared!!! Cheers!❤️
My heart was melted in the first 2 minutes. I don't have TikTok, but I might get one so I can watch their fun antics and impressions.
I worked for many years with adults with developmental disabilities. My absolute favorites were the ones with Downs. Everything you say about them is true. The world regards them differently but once someone gets to know them, their hearts are changed. We need more individuals like them in our hurting world. Thank you for giving us a wonderful example of selfless love. ❤️🙏
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Yes they are truly a Blessing from God and I speak from the Heart on that !
Throughout my life, the ones that I have met with down syndrome have given me the most joy and the most incredible laughs. What you are doing is amazing and your boys seem incredible.
What a beautiful mother you are, and not just that, a kind and steady human being. A pleasure to hear you speak and hear your stories. All the best to you and your family.. 🙏💜
Thank you Mikey for saving me from drowning when you were a teenager. You were very brave to jump into the lake and pull me out. You told me that I shouldn’t go into the water without a life vest on, I was very young and didn’t listen..I’m sorry it scared you and made you cry.
R.I.P my old friend I’ll never forget you.
Always loved down syndrome and autistic people they are always beautiful people
People like this need to be protected and supported by all means necessary!
I get to be the uncle of a very special little guy with Downs. He is a treasure.
We know that's right!
These guys are so friendly and happy. The mum is crazy good. That's why the boys are flourishing in life😊
Yep
Thank You for giving these young men a stable home life and all the love you can muster God Bless
Isn't it a beautiful thing?
Omg they are absolutely adorable and such warm hearted kids ❤
You are miracle workers: a mom, dad, and son who have brought these boys into a life akin to paradise, filled with love, compassion, and respect. I cannot contain my tears of joy, knowing they are in the presence of such angels.
Thank YOU!!!!
You’re a blessing to the boys. Having taught special needs children, I understand the joy you feel being with the boys.
I have been blessed with working with people with Down Syndrome. I always tell people that they are angels walking among us to teach us unconditional love, kindness and happiness. What an incredible family to open their homes and hearts adopting the 5 young men. Thank you for sharing their beautiful story!❤
You are welcome and thanks for watching and commenting
I totally enjoyed your post. Lovely family. When people told me my daughter,(who I adopted at 15, and doesn't have downs syndrome,) was lucky. I always said she was lucky to have me and I am also very lucky to have her! Especially loved the wise way you handled on line critics! So fantastic that you are educating people and changing hearts and minds!!
I used to work at a school for special needs children, Downs, Cerebral Palsy etc.
Every working day when entering the door, there was 20 kids aged 4-18 waiting for me at the door, telling me how much they'd love me and how much I was missed since yesterday.
Best, most rewarding, easiest and enjoyable job ever.
Loved those kids
Me too! Same wonderful start to the day!
There are no words to describe how wonderful your family is.. you can see you are raising the boys to be respectful and caring adults.. how many of those with negative comments can say they are doing the same either their children.. please continue to spread the joy of celebrating your wonderful family!!!❤
Amen!
You all are blessed. Thank god for all of you. Y'all have special boys to spoil. I loved watching your video.
This family is a gift from God i just cant put into words how loving and awesome these people are .
What a beautiful family and story. My sister had Down Syndrome. I loved her dearly, we were very close. She taught us all so much. She went home to be with The Lord at the age of 16 back in the 80's. She had diabetes and her blood sugar dropped in the night.
So much respect for the true strength, love and selflessness of this beautiful family🙏♥️
Love you guys - and Jay- so much!! Thank you for continuing the “Made with Love” journey!! ❤❤❤
Thank YOU for following us and supporting us! Just trying to share the LOVE!!!
Wonderful home, Big heart equals lots of love and fun.God bless you all.
Such a cute family im so happy she adopted them they look so happy
This family is full of love. It is great to educate people. They are a true blessing.
Amazing family. God Bless you all.
Thank you!!!
They all have such beautiful smiles that I found myself smiling through this whole video. They really are a special bunch of guys, it must be a joy to be around them ❤️
I Pray this puts those people sitting on the fence into action about adopting. A Great Beautiful video. I had a critical care son for 25 years. Best Best days of my entire life. I may not have known God like I got to know Him in that time. It was like having 12 kids in one, it was a hard road but the Lord was with me every step of the way. Always RUN towards where God is leading you-don't waste pne minute out of line in Gods' Will. What a Beautiful Blessed Family !
That's a powerful testimony!! Thank YOU for sharing!!!
Im raising 3 grandchildren who dont have downs.I trully appreciate this video.and the love you have adopting those boys.GOD BLESS YOU ALL