For anyone wondering on an update for Norm: he passed away in 2010. His father died in 2015, his mother in 2016. Norm was laid to rest in Searletown Cemetery in Prince Edward Island Canada. He shares a headstone with his mother and father. His portion is inscribed with "Son, Norman Arnold Llewellyn, Love's last gift remembrance."

@jennifermiller2174

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was wondering what happened to him as I watched the documentary.

@Muhmawmehmaw

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this, in a way it's good that his carers outlived him. I know a few disabled adults who lived longer than their parents and it's heartbreaking how deeply they feel the loss.

@michellef5523

Жыл бұрын

🥺😭 Descansa en Paz Norman. No te conocí en persona pero gracias a este documental, te conocí y te quiero ✨🤍 🕊 También mi más sentido pésame a la familia por el fallecimiento de sus padres. Gracias por la información 🙏🏼

@twindrill2852

Жыл бұрын

Poor Karen and Claudie-finally getting their brother back only to lose him again. I hope they were able to move on.

@jeffreymonahan6826

Жыл бұрын

May they unite for eternity in their well deserved mansions above. Life is sort if sad isn't it

" Norman was the teacher. We were the ones who learned" all the feels

@aliciajames505

6 жыл бұрын

Tears are just pouring down my face. When his dad said that I just lost it. I could tell how much his parents loved him and that they regretted putting him into a foster care situation. I'm happy they lived long enough to see his sister and her partner care for him and him be part of the family again. This is such a beautiful documentary and Norm and his whole family are just fabulous people. I'm truly and utterly touched beyond words. ❤️

@aliciajames505

6 жыл бұрын

I love that show! I watched all of them I could find on KZread :)

@CheekyFest

4 жыл бұрын

same here..

@nunya2954

4 жыл бұрын

@@aliciajames505 - What show?

@tessaadie659

3 жыл бұрын

What a heart warming film and hit me close to home. I have some Downs signs so am probably mosaic DS. I am a qualified nurse but found my vocation working with people with learning disabilitied, quite a few of the olfer service users having Down Syndrome. In additiom I cared for my grandson for most of his 9 years of life, he had cerebral palsy, epilepsy and global development delay and was truly the light of my life brimging tremendois joy and happiness into my life.11 years after his death I miss him every day. What a wonderful and sister in law Karen and Claudette ate, I wish my daughter had had an ounce of their kindness and caring.

I have a married couple who've been friends of mine for decades... Twenty years ago the woman gave birth to a downs syndrome child and their lives were upended... They found a very upscale home in which a family specialized in caring for children with downs. The day they went to bring the child to this very caring, loving environment, they just sporadically changed their minds, brought the baby back home, and chose to go through the struggles involved... And now, twenty years later they say, and they realize that keeping the child has been the most rewarding experience of their lives.

@user-sg6sv9oi6i

Ай бұрын

❤️

@stephanieann622

21 күн бұрын

That is beautiful. What the doctor said to his parents is awful. He was a great person and deserved a good life just like everyone else. I wish he had been able to stay with his family😢

Karen is an amazing sister, but Claudie is remarkable for how supportive she was from the beginning. It takes a special person to want to take care of their partner's sibbling or parents, most would not! They are such a loving and beautiful family.

@justinpullin98

2 жыл бұрын

Justin mom Melissa step Dad Mike Sister Danielle Pullin Sister Misty Brown Sister Megan Ellis Sister Michelle Oiler

@ingridduncan6686

Жыл бұрын

Romans12,9

@briiyasona1655

Жыл бұрын

i need an update on norm

@twindrill2852

Жыл бұрын

@@briiyasona1655 Unfortunately he passed away in 2010.

his sister is just pure loveliness and I truly love her, her partner, and norm. adorable.

"Norm is the teacher, we are the ones who learn" spoken by a father with much regret🥺

@collettewhosthatgirl1330

7 ай бұрын

I felt the same way....i feel like dad had alot of regret. I'm just so happy that the sister was able to get him back later in life😊🥰🥰 Rip Norm

@user-sg6sv9oi6i

Ай бұрын

I agree. Dad was regretful and I'm sure he had mourned his decision as did his wife. This was one of the most beautiful stories I've ever had the pleasure in watching. ❤️🥰🥲

This is hands down the most beautiful documentary I've ever watched. Norm is an absolute diamond!

@user-sg6sv9oi6i

Ай бұрын

I absolutely agree. I just had written a very similar thought as you with another person. It was such a beautiful, heartwarming story. 🥰❤️🥲

I'm the kind of guy that doesn't really get emotional about this kind of stuff, but after watching this, and finding out Norm and his parents past away, made me relize how important love and spending time with your family is. I now he's not gonna know I said this but Thank you for touching my heart and many other people's hearts without even knowing it.

@courtneypattison4269

Жыл бұрын

AMEN 🙏 ❤

@musings2022

Жыл бұрын

Amen ❤ what a glorious spirit he was. He is surely with God and the angels now. And his father's statement that he was a teacher is so true. My life was blessed by his presence. Thank you. 🙏✝️

@user-sg6sv9oi6i

Ай бұрын

❤️

This is pure, untainted love, look at him hugging, kissing, living..the love he creates around him, That is true love... We should learn from him

@supme7558

4 жыл бұрын

One example of it yes

@user-sg6sv9oi6i

Ай бұрын

AnxiousXoy - I have two cousins with Downs and they are very sweet, gentle, loving and sensitive ladies. I love them both. ❤️🥰

What a pure and innocent soul. I'm so happy that he had a sister that cared enough to take him in.

@justinoiler9749

5 жыл бұрын

old Justin and Jessica Melissa with Mike old Danielle and Luis old Misty and Scott old Megan and Michael old Michelle and Kevin

@tweezerjam

3 жыл бұрын

Karen and Claudette are amazing women.

Claudette and Karen seem like a wonderful couple, such caring and kind women.

My son has downs and this has touched my heart so deeply. Thank you so much Norm.

@justinoiler9749

5 жыл бұрын

Justin pullin Angels Dellipoala Jaira Leax atoaf Annie Garcia Kennedy Joseph Mike Louise Lindsey Justina Thompson Alicia Thompson Melissa Step dad Sister Danielle Sister Misty father Todd Step mother

@phillippasteur3904

4 жыл бұрын

God bless you and your son.

@ingridakerblom7577

Жыл бұрын

They all touches everyones hearts!

@cindyknox4226

Жыл бұрын

In 1984 I gave birth to fraternal twins. My daughter is just fine, married with two children and my son is just fine too although he has Downs Syndrome and still lives with me. All his life he has been a bundle of love. I've always been grateful for what he continues to teach those of us who are in his circle. But, I am a little worried of what our future holds for us. He is now 36 and still is the best hugger in the world. I wish I could reach out and get a hug from Norman. Thank you for sharing his story.

He was so lucky to have such a loving and caring sister. Without her, Norm would have been a state ward his whole life. She's such a wonderful person & that family is so lucky when they adopted her.

@a.j.johnson692

Жыл бұрын

God knows exactly what he is doing, way before we figure it out

@krishnanraghunath5237

Жыл бұрын

La lo l KLP

@juliecrane9647

Жыл бұрын

@@a.j.johnson692 Thank you for these words. My morning prayer is simple. I ask to be willing today when he puts His work before me to be done. It doesn't take long. Sometimes it's a troubled person needing my ears. I listen. I just retired from a large regional hospital and many homeless lived nearby. I got off work at noon and would buy my lunch to go and an extra to give to girl who lingered near the parking garage. I worried when after a year I saw her no more. It didn't take long to find another to feed. So many in need, my prayer to be willing to give when He gives me a task is always answered. May I always be willing whether I want to or not. Your words touched me. His grace is amazing.

@user-sg6sv9oi6i

Ай бұрын

Joenarbia7930 - you are so right! I didn't think of this. My gosh. His sister is one heck of a wonderful sister as was Norm's caregiver - yet the shining star was Claudia. Wasn't she tremendous?! Wonderful, wonderful lady - extra special. ❤️❤️❤️

@user-sg6sv9oi6i

Ай бұрын

a.j.johmson692, I can give you several examples why I do not agree with you within my own family. It's nice you do believe. I wish I did. Not anymore.

Rest in peace Norm. You truly were too good for this world.

My older brother was born with Down's Syndrome " Severe Monglolism" in the early 60's and would be about 55 if he survived until today. My parents were talked into institionalizing him for his best care, and because they were poor had to sign him over as a ward of the state to get that care paid for. When my mom visited him she said he would be filthy and wearing clothes that didn't fit, even though she would bring him clothes to wear. If she went to the nurses to complain, they would shame her and tell her if she cared so much about him she wouldn't have given him up. My mom was only 21 and already had a 1 1/2 year old, dealing with undiagnosed postpartum depression(not a legit diagnosis back then) and a crap marriage when he was born. He ended up dying in the state hospital when he was about 9 years old. I never got to meet him. He died about 2 months before I was born. My parents were filled with so much guilt and shame I wasn't even told about David until I was 16. I know he was not highly functioning and had a lot of health issues but a big part of me still wishes I could of met him. To have been able to give him a hug even if he didn't know who I was. Blessings to all the families that have children's with special needs and either do their best to care for them themselves or had to make the gutwrenching decision to give them up.

@tempusfugit7127

6 жыл бұрын

Amazon Goddess Wish I could give you a big grandma hug !! I thank God I live in a Country where healthcare is free .

@amazongoddess118

6 жыл бұрын

Pandorasbox hope thank you for the big grandma hug 💕

@shawnsatrinarodriguez4429

6 жыл бұрын

Amazon Goddess Thank you 💜 My son is autistic and a blessing to our family.

@amazongoddess118

6 жыл бұрын

Steven perdue thank you. They wouldn't have liked me much either. As time has gone on, I try to have compassion for them too. Working in a place filled with children that parents have abandoned or given up on that needed such intensive care. I'm sure burn out came real quick.

@Sparkplug023

6 жыл бұрын

Amazon Goddess-I'm sorry you weren't able to know your brother. The handicapped (as my sister is) while being a challenge to the parents and family can make you understand that different is acceptable. My sister (not Downs) is 64 years old. She is in a place that (she's been there since she was 30) my Momma was happy with (it would have killed her if Susie didn't like the place). She is happier in the place she's in than at home. She has been able to become more independent than at home as my Momma always treated her almost as an infant. Where she is now, Susie has learned what behaviors are acceptable and what isn't (something she didn't learn at home as she used to try and beat me up). Granted, it was a challenge growing up with a handicapped sister. Since that was all I had ever know, it wasn't a big thing. Well actually, it was. With me being 13 months younger (we have an older brother), everything was great until I started growing up. Susie became jealous of any attention Momma paid towards me. It got to be where I had to almost sneak around so as not to "disturb" Susie. Don't slam the door as it upsets Susie. Don't walk through her 'living room' as it upsets Susie. It wasn't as bad with my brother (the eldest) but boy, Susie sure did hate Momma giving me attention. Growing up was tough, but I'm glad Susie has the opportunity to grow as an individual and has found happiness in her found independence.

We had a similar situation in our family. My uncle was put in an institution at 18 months. When he was in his kid 20s my parents got him back and I was raised with him from the time I was born. Biggest gift of my life.

Norm's sister and the sister's partner are such intelligent, genuine, caring, compassionate and extremely generous people. With people like them, life is so much more bearable. They are a good example of kind people. I wish so much I had a sister like her. I was adopted and left home at 15, but my sister who was much older never reached out to me to help me or anything. I was homeless for a short while and she never attempted to help me. 30 years later we don't speak much. She has her life and it has always been that way.

@Kleiorina

6 жыл бұрын

Adam Dawson I

@adamdawson3274

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kim! :)

@dianacassinelli9467

6 жыл бұрын

God will always be with you Adam...

This documentary aired on Canadian television in 2008. Norm passed away in 2010. Since his father and mother have both passed.

@emmae9924

6 жыл бұрын

Gwyllion thanks

@blessedtruthdragon9145

6 жыл бұрын

how sad .. His sister gave him a good life and he in turn touched others ..

@aqua2angels

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this lovely documentary I wish we were all surrounded by people like you Karen norm Claudia and barb you show us how to treat people with love and kindness this world is a better place because off you .

@mujahidmohammed3348

6 жыл бұрын

NoFcksGiven. Thanks for the closure

@stateofdisorder1

6 жыл бұрын

Berair adam I thought everyone would like to know 😊

I was holding back my tears since the beginning but when Norm started crying I couldn't hold back.

@locagringabvc1365

6 жыл бұрын

Tan P. Same 😢

@Tyrfingr

6 жыл бұрын

27:36 made my usually manly composure break, i had to pause and leave for a bit... Jesus that was sad.

@eileen9861

6 жыл бұрын

Digby Dooright n

@kiwi9921

6 жыл бұрын

me either.

@momversation5826

6 жыл бұрын

Me too. 😪 It was hard.

If that mother didn't give her daughter to another woman norm will live a hard life. Everything happens for a reason, truly.

@sonjatait4089

Жыл бұрын

His parents should be ashamed of themselves for being só selfish and self centered!!! 😡😡

@virginiasummer2619

Жыл бұрын

The medical establishment and Society did nothing for Downs persons back then- it’s not totally fair to blame them entirely. They kept their son against medical advice, his mother was close “ to a breakdown”. They did the best that they could with the little information they had- evidenced by the remark” I am ashamed that I was ashamed”. And they are still in his life. They did not handle it perfectly but they didn’t throw him away either. They placed him with a family not into an institution. Life is hard. I’m glad he has such loving people in his life. This was a great documentary.

When Norm was standing in church preaching, he knew what he was saying and God was there listening❤

@speckle_says

6 жыл бұрын

I'm not a religious person, but it always makes me happy to see someone that genuinely enjoys their devotion to their religion. If it's something that makes them happy, I see no harm in it (so long as it isn't used to harm others). Seeing Norman grin as he raised his hands in prayer made me grin too :)

@user-fz8je9sz5j

6 жыл бұрын

You're Sweet yea😢

@CityThatCannotBeCaptured

6 жыл бұрын

You're Sweet: That makes me cry.

@susique333

6 жыл бұрын

He really was getting into it, wasn't he? So sweet!

@MrSpasticdancer

6 жыл бұрын

to me it seemed norms way of prayer is the same as everyone elses. but he's probably closer than we are. the truth is simple really, we just overcomplicate it.

I have known many people with Down's that have grown into adults. They are such pleasant people. They are loving and kind and the very best huggers. Their emotions are honest and there is no disloyalty in them. They show their honest personalities. I especially love that.

@user-sg6sv9oi6i

Ай бұрын

Absolutely 🤗❤️ Such a good point. They are so straightforward, honest and candid. My two cousins have Downs, and I love them both. They have a good sense of humor, gentle, sensitive, loving and kind. Wonderful people. ❤️🥰

Norm is an angel on earth. Pure and innocent. Kind and loving. He was in heaven on that boat. I think he was remembering his childhood.

@user-sg6sv9oi6i

Ай бұрын

❤️🥰

hes the man! I mentored a downs kid in high school and he was one of the most awesome human beings i have ever met to this day

If there is a heaven, Norm is there.

@lydiadorman7834

5 жыл бұрын

Will B there sure is!

@phillippasteur3904

4 жыл бұрын

There is and he is there.

@guardiansanimalrescuestate7289

3 жыл бұрын

Of course there is a heaven. For souls like Norm and all dogs go to heaven too. And kitties and horses. Etc...

My son and daughter went to school with a boy who has down syndrome, he graduated high school and has a job now! I ran into his mother and him at the store a few weeks ago, his speech has become very clear and understandable! His parents are awesome people for not giving up on him.

Not even 5 minutes in ....and I'm crying. I feel bad for Norm and the years he was not with his family. Such an innocent soul and such loving sister.

When he embraces the young child that also has downs I cried, so touching. People with Downs are so pure and innocent.

you know the very first time norm looked at the video camera at the start of this and said 'I'm handsome' I fell in love with Norm.. And the whole time all the time about the news papers, well guess what one of my best friends in my early years my friend with downs used news papers for pictures to communicate ,I never knew until I got home and he was sitting at the table and had cut out 25 or so pictures From shoes to kites to what ever else he wanted yo convey. mind you he had a care giver also.But let me tell you when he came to me that evening with a picture of a rod and reel and pointed towards the window . And the very next morn- showed me the same picture, well Well you guest it. I was in a shock of happiness and I took him fishing. It was soo great that happened. you guy's brought back a better time in my life thank you.

I love Norm and how much he lived his sister and how much she loved him and vowed to get him back! she kept her promise to norm💙💙

Tears came to my eyes when he was praying in the cathedral...

Karen should have wings on her back, what an angel for taking Norman in, he was so loving to everyone, rest peacefully Norman.

@barbaramason3145

3 жыл бұрын

It didn't say he died

@a.j.johnson692

Жыл бұрын

@@barbaramason3145 he would be around 73 now… so who knows? I would love to hear the rest of the story

@annsilliman6184

Жыл бұрын

He didnt die

@annsilliman6184

Жыл бұрын

Angela Crawford, he'd be around 63, not 73

@foxylady9110

Жыл бұрын

@@annsilliman6184 according to the Down syndrome society of Canada he died September 2010 aged 61 years..

How could anyone not love Norm? His soul is pure and that is just so very precious!

I managed to keep it together until Norm hugged Renate's daughter. What a sweet man Norm was! He knew love. That's a big deal. Karen and Claudia are angels.

*All Norm wanted sas to be loved, accepted and respected. Everyone of us could learn something from that. Rest in peace little man.*

@Rainbowdancefactory

21 күн бұрын

My brother Anton who died we called Little Man - need to weep now

To me it looks as if Norm constantly has headaches and therefore depression. Poor Norm :( What wonderful people Karen and her partner are. God bless them.

@haynah100

6 жыл бұрын

Jeanne Nora A lot of people with learning Difficulties hold their heads whilst thinking. If it was a headache he could express that

@wearetehbluclan15

6 жыл бұрын

Jeanne Nora I

@lomez969

6 жыл бұрын

Jeanne Nora I was wondering how many comments I'd have to read before someone made a diagnosis over yt

He's the sweetest, kindest person ever and so vulberable. I don't understand how anyone could hurt him, you just want to love him and see him happy. He has such a wonderful spirituality and faith too, made me smile. What an amazing person and so worthy to live. Made me sad that his mother seemed to love his sister more than him, I'm sure he can feel that, though the mother probably didn't have a full understanding of his condition.

I love Norm!!! He is so sweet!!💚

I love this documentary. This needs to be shown over and over again on every TV and computer monitor. It will educate the bigots and people with such small minds as not to accept someone like Norm. RIP Norm, you were awesome.

@missbmissb1024

3 жыл бұрын

👍

This woman and others like her are the real heros that rarely get a mention. Thank you for this video.

Norm's prayer is the most powerful thing I've ever seen. We may not know what words he's using, but God knows what he is saying.

You ladies have a very kind heart God bless both of you.

Really touching emotional journey we've all just been taken on. No of us will forget the name Norm. Beautiful loving soul.

Karen is also an extraordinary person. This lady has so much love for her brother, for her to center her life around Norm and not ever give up on him. Her heart was completely open for her brother and making the rest of his life as lasting and comfortable as possible...she's amazing for that.

Norm had a most beautiful soul and it's obvious what a gift he was. Thank you for sharing your story.

Beautiful story. Beautiful people. Thank you for sharing.

Norm praying. Oh my goodness. *tears galore*

Wouldn't we all just love a sister like this?

❤️ this had me in smiling and crying. When he preached was priceless 😊😍

great documentary, RIP Norm

Norm is SO CUTE on the pulpit!! So earnest in his preaching and praying....loved it♥ And these two ladies are just the most wonderful human beings...

What a remarkable family . Norm was a real character. So nice to know that he was loved so much. 💕💕💕

Diabetics tend to have a mood disorder, especially insulin dependant ones. I can't imagine that on top of the Alzheimer's AND Down's Syndrome. As far as the sun going down, it is very common the symptoms of dementia gets worse and it's called Sun Downer's God bless his sister, her girlfriend, and Norm's caregiver for giving him such a great quality of life, love, and a sense of much needed stability. Oh how the tears fell during this program.

Norm is a really wonderful person.

@heidijane5

6 жыл бұрын

Philip Mahoney-Berg I agree he is

I feel so bad for his parents who were not supported by the doctors or system. All they needed was 1-2 days a week rest bite. Surely that's even more affordable for the system than full time foster care?! I'm so glad things have changed.

@dianacassinelli9467

6 жыл бұрын

Candy Floss I

@gaslitworldf.melissab2897

6 жыл бұрын

...but when they became wealthy they had enough to hire a few care givers, don't you imagine? That would be my first try. Two might be better so no one gets burned out by working alone. Mom could then breathe. With all that, they still went bankrupt, probably expanded way too fast.

@phillippasteur3904

4 жыл бұрын

That's respite, so others know what you're referring to.

This story has touched my soul like no other. The range of emotion that it brought me through was amazing. In the end Norms father said it all “money is the root of all evil and Norm is the real thing and a teacher” That tore me up. 😭. I’m totally in love with Norm and all of his supporters. Beautiful people 💕💕

What a beautiful soul Norman is, and how blessed and lucky are the people in his life

Wonderful documentary. It was confusing on why the parents sent Norm away? They were quite wealthy and could have hired help. Also when the mother said when she adopted her daughter she couldn't believe how her mother gave her away! Didn't she do the same to Norm? Karen and Cladie gave him such a loving wonderful life!

What a beautiful person Norman was. R.I.P lovely man.

"Norm is a teacher" is a statement by his father that is true for me. He gives the best hugs, loves and prays genuinely and shows us all how to be happy despite everything we have gone through; despite adversities that have been thrown at us from the beginning. Sending my love to Norm and his family.

The mother lights up when she talks about her "daughter" but sadly doesn't even know still YET how God graced her with a beautiful son, Norm.

@valobrien3281

6 жыл бұрын

Dale Foss God never made any person to have Downs Syndrome and in Genesis, God after each creation said what he, had made was good.. " and God saw that it was good" everything God created was perfect . Unfortunately, hereditary causes these things to happen such as Downs. The gift of God was Norman, but the Downs Syndrome was not part of that gift. It is an unfortunate problem, due to abnormal chromosomes, and occurs like all sickness, and failures of the human body. All the wars, discord, sicknesses were apparent after since Satan and the fallen angels put their hand on the whole of God's Creation, I mean. You can see what kind of world we are living in. The Bible says " The whole world lies in the sway of the Evil One."

@valobrien3281

6 жыл бұрын

I think also that these parents forgot that Norman had FEELINGS, he was crying at their house as an older man because he felt inwardly rejected by them, he was remembering that all he'd ever wanted was to remain at home. Life was very cruel to poor Norman.I think the poor man didn't feel he belonged anywhere. It's very sad.

@sneezyferret1

6 жыл бұрын

Val O'Brien your first comment makes you sound insane......

@charlotteheleneakacharlief8879

6 жыл бұрын

Perfect humans with 46 chromosomes that God made? You mean like the ones who rape, murder and start wars? My community doesn’t commit those crimes. FYI, Down’s syndrome isn’t an illness.

@sneezyferret1

6 жыл бұрын

Charlie Fien Yes!! Exactly!! Perfectly worded.

This was truly a beautiful family and Norm was a super star. God bless this family, the film makers, and all the viewers who were touched by this story. There are great people in my life with Down Syndrome too. I love that TLC has a series called "Born This Way." This helps shed light on living with Down Syndrome and their families. I'm going to continue to love them and be thankful for every moment we have together. Love You All❤️

@Madronaxyz

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info about the TLC series.

When the mother said ,she went to see the baby girl,and couldn't believe the mother would give her up,I thought omg u give your son up.

@MerissaTheeOnly

6 жыл бұрын

Victoria smith I thought the same. Smh, people...

@SavedbyGraceCT

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly...

@MasterofScrutiny

4 жыл бұрын

I don't think that was his mother's desire. People followed doctors' orders in those days as if the doctor was God.

@kathycallahan4554

4 жыл бұрын

@@MasterofScrutiny yes! Thats exactly right. The Dr's told you that it was better for the child to be in an institution. That they would get better care. A lot of parents truly believed them because of course they're doctors. They know best. In those days you didn't question your Dr.

@heatherleigh696

4 жыл бұрын

My grandmother’s doctor decided when she would stop having children! After her third child, he said that was sufficient, and had her tubes tied! This was in the 40’s, but my goodness, she wasn’t a dog who had too many litter’s of pups!

Norm just won my heart❤

@valobrien3281

6 жыл бұрын

His sister, was a true gift from God, she is the great comfort to him and is a strong character. That sister of Norms is wonderful woman.

Norman is a beautiful soul. There is nothing more precious than the love he gives. He made me laugh out loud with his silliness. He made me cry when I could see his frustration. Most of all he inspired me to love unconditionally and enjoy the small things in life that I normally would not have been so thankful for. Thank you Norman. Thank you Karen for sharing his story. God Bless to you, Claudie and all of his famlly and friends. Anndrea

I have no clue who could dislike this video. Still drying my eyes.

My children's cousin Jake has Downs and Norm reminded me of him so much! Such beautiful, sincere, honest and open people. No pretense. This is a wonderful view into the lives of a truly beautiful and caring family. I tip my hat to the ladies.

Norm is the teacher... he is real. ♥️♥️ precious little man 😇

What an incredibly moving film, am in awe of Karen and Claudia. They gave Norm the best possible life and surrounded him with love

What an amazing big sister , what an amazing partner , and what a wonderful story .

He brought so much love to so many people. ✨🙏✨

What an extraordinary human being Norm is. He is an angel from God. His sister and her partner are extraordinary too. All lives in this family and all friends too have been BLESSED to know Norm!! Such a heartwarming story...thank you!!

Norm is such an amazing individual! As his father said: 'He's for real. He's the teacher.' We can all learn so much from him.

He’s remembering the time he was sent away as a child, from the only life he has ever known, and everything is different for him, it’s honestly breaking my heart to see him drastically change throughout the documentary.

@sylviaa4974

9 ай бұрын

I agree he knew

Most beautiful documentary/story I have watched in a long time. Love and family are the most important things, I hope to live as graciously and happy as the two women's in this documentary xx

@epicgamesho-bo-saver5248

6 жыл бұрын

I think the same 😌

What a sweet, heartbreaking documentary. I hope someday there is more we can do for people like Norm, and all of those who suffer from dementia.

i actually thought his speech wasn't THAT hard to understand. when his mom was telling him who was coming to his party and he repeated each person, i was thinking how well he was doing and was a bit shocked to hear his mom say "they all sounded the same" to her . i can't help but feel that's a bit odd as i could understand what he was saying right away and i obviously do not live with or know him.

@sarahvacca9800

6 жыл бұрын

lonniebelle I

@oskarwilde4720

6 жыл бұрын

lonniebelle me too!

@tesstan1

6 жыл бұрын

I understood a lot he said too. I just felt that the mother was told he couldn't communicate so she didn't try. Women told what to do and did it. They went from parents to husband with very little thoughts of their own. Well, most I would think. And certainly after so many years of NOT understanding him that she probably really didn't. What a shame to have missed all of that love. Growing up we had (have) a friend whose sister would come to visit and she was truly the first Down's person I'd spent any time around. At first I kind of watched her, she grew to be almost a favorite aunt. She was moody and sometimes was kind of funny when she got angry. Her sister would get frustrated and yell "Did you take your ILL PILL TODAY?". Years later, she was living there and we were all there having supper and our friend was in a mood, the sister looked at her and said, "WELL? Did YOU take YOUR iww piww today?" Trust me, I'm in NO way making fun of her words. It was the first time she had said it and it just hit everything SO perfectly. We lost it right then, laughing until tears rolled down our faces. Needless to say, after that, she said it often and always made us smile and laugh.

@soxpeewee

6 жыл бұрын

she's in her eighties so her hearing may not be the greatest.

@Lonniebelle1979

6 жыл бұрын

soxpeewee that a pretty good point, i had not considered. ..

I felt so much from watching this story. This documentary was a complete story from beginning to end. Such love. Such intelligence and understanding and forgiveness is truly inspirational. Thank you thank you so much for this gift!

God Bless you Karen and Claudie for taking such loving care of Norm.

Extremely heart touching to see Norm taken in and loved by his sister and her partner. So sad how many children with down syndrome were institutionalized, neglected and forgotten, treated less than human. I understand it was different years ago, but when the mother said she didn't know how the mother gave up the daughter to her, it's a bit ironic given she did the same with her own biological son.

Why in the world would anyone dislike this story!

3 minutes in and I'm already swimming in my own tears.

@vinnycarrocia7511

6 жыл бұрын

No human can cry that much. Were you exaggerating? I don't see how you can cry enough to fill up a room/house/apartment to where you would actually be able to swim. Please tell me you were joking because it really isn't possible. Maybe your eyes watered, or even some real tears, but you did not cry enough to swim in. Unless you are some tiny insect. Also, your computer or phone would not work under water. Please update us, I am curious as to how you pulled this stunt off. I call nonsense.

@Cheryl64014

6 жыл бұрын

+Vinny Carrocia - Trolling is an addition. Please seek help for yourself.

@tempusfugit7127

6 жыл бұрын

Vinny Carrocia You have got a problem , hope you find someone to look after you and maybe care for you .

@user-fz8je9sz5j

6 жыл бұрын

Phatastic Meemo yea

@leahmcclintock8314

6 жыл бұрын

Vinny you suck

The sister is really the extraordinary person here. Such devotion!

I have a cousin (40) who recently had a baby boy with Down's. I'm so glad things have changed and we know better now. I met him a few weeks ago, and at 8 months he's hit all milestones on time so far. And he's the sweetest, most engaged baby I've seen in a long time. Thank god she's a doctor and will be able to guide his medical needs well, too. If anyone can handle it, Jihan, M.D. can definitely handle it. Karen's the type of sister I aspire to be and hope that I am. She's amazing. Dad's a little cold, but I get it.

What an amazing story. Norm was such a beautiful person. I could understand him and I loved him. His sister and partner are such wonderful people. I wish I had loving caring sisters like them. Have fun in heaven Norm, RIP xoxoxo

Such a beautiful story. Norm is such a sweet soul!

This really touched my Heart and Soul Deeply. What a blessing this Family was to have adopted such a caring loving Sister for Norm.

Beautiful family. The sister taking him in is so heartwarming and it seems as if the parents eventually learnt a lot from Norm about unconditional love. I read Norm passed, as did his parents, which is sad but this film is a great piece. I wish the sister all the best for her future as she's also an amazing soul.

So beautiful when he was saying his prayers.. He was like hey, you guys may not understand a word coming out my mouth but God knows exactly what I'm saying.. I loved that part!! 😗😗 When the dad cried, you can see the guilt and I lost it.. They didn't know. Times where so different then and they felt they had no choice. I'm really happy it ended well for them all.

@jessicataylor7174

6 жыл бұрын

I'm totally atheist and religious stuff irritates me....but that was so pure and genuine it was utterly beautiful!

@Swnsasy

6 жыл бұрын

Jessica Taylor To be honest with you, I don't do organized religion but I believe in God. What's funny is I know many Atheists and they are more honest than many of the so called Christians! Lol... But yes, this was a beautiful story..

@flyaround312

5 жыл бұрын

Swnsasy_ Perhaps he regrets sit now, but I don't think they felt they had no choice. If you listen to the things he said after that, it becomes clear that he cared more about money and status, they didn't want to deal with the hassle and shame of continuing to have a disabled child, and then they even stopped going to see him, by choice.

@flyaround312

5 жыл бұрын

I do think his mother felt helpless though, and she was probably given no say in the decision, her husband made the decisions about everything, which he did quite coldly by how he described it

@phillippasteur3904

4 жыл бұрын

@@flyaround312 His problem is he is more honest about his sins than most of us! We are so quick to judge when we have no idea whatsoever what we would have done in their shoes! Such hypocrisy!

Karem and her partner are so incredible. She cared so much for her brother even though her parents threw him away.

I fell in love with Norm as eveyone seemed to. Karen knew early on that he was a gift and I know she and Claudie must miss him intensely. Lovely movie.Thank you.

I am so sorry that Norman and both of the parents are now gone. 💔💔💔

It broke my heart when the father called him a "weird little guy".

What an amazing family unit! So much Love! Norman was an amazing beautiful soul! His sister and partner where the perfect example of two beautiful women who knew how to Love unconditionally! I can't stop crying after watching this beautiful film! Thank you so much.....With Love and gratitude to the entire family . Peace, Love and Joy...Thomas in Austin, TX...PS..I forgot to mention that I worked for many years as a caregiver with people with Downs...

Claudia and Karen u r both diamonds u should b proud of yourselves for norm and for all your family, he is so lucky to have u all, I wish all people a family and love like yours, amazing

His parents are very gentle people. This story broke my heart. There are wonderful people in this world. The women who cared for him as an adult are angels.

He is the age of a grandpa! Grandpa's constantly nod off! It's just hard to see his as his age because he is so childlike. I can understand his getting upset half way through. As Alzheimer's progresses, the confusion can be very disorienting and scary, the recent memories disappear and the prominent ones tend to go back earlier and earlier. I wouldn't be surprised if his only memory was of being left by his mother, so each time he saw her he was very angry as the more recent memories have been wiped away. Very sad how Alzheimer's works. He was adorable!

My family fostered two mentally handicapped adult people from before I was born to the time I was 13. My family moved across the country (Canada) at that point, and I was very distressed as they had been in my home my entire life. We weren't allowed to take them with us because back then, they were considered wards of the state (or province). I still try to find out what happened to them.

@cosmicmuffin322

6 жыл бұрын

Aletha Rolbin wow. I hope you find them.

God bless the entire family, Norm was a gift of love and he taught the people around him the value of it.

@kathryngleason9197

Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful story.

I hope that I can someday forgive my mother for putting my sister in home. I miss my sister.

@katieshaw1127

6 жыл бұрын

Kerri Mizyed that’s horrible sorry for your loss and all your pain hopefully you find peace in some way some day.

@aliyamoon80

6 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry, Kerri. That's so heartbreaking. I can't imagine giving a child to a home to raise. That must be like giving part of your heart away.

@Ellier215

6 жыл бұрын

Hugs to you. Bigs hugs.