A Blind Mom with a Facial Difference
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- čas přidán 2. 03. 2022
- Sara is a blind mom who has a facial difference caused by Goldenhar syndrome. She had an adventurous spirit as a child and would sneak out of her house to visit friends at night. Today Sara is on her biggest adventure yet, raising two kids with her loving husband.
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I wanted to thank everyone for the amazing comments! Some of you asked about my neck. I just had major facial reconstructive surgery a few months ago due to the Goldenhar. They put a trake in for a few months while i heal because of swelling in my neck and i have difficult airway. I actually get my trake out in a few weeks!
You have such a beautiful family, and you're just so bright and lovely ♥ Thank you for letting us get to know you. ♥
And we thank you for teaching people that no matter the difficulties, anyone can prevail in life!
Lovely meeting you and your family Sara!
Sara, I really love your shirt. I'd love to have fabric like that.
You can really see in your facial expressions the joy and love you have for your children.
When her dad said he walked around with his head held high because that is his daughter and he loved her, I teared up. I absolutely LOVE this family.
Yes!! I totally felt that!!😊
Me too.
I just love this family! They’re so warm and emotionally intelligent. May they always be blessed 🙏🏼
Same!!!
I’ll bet the Mom loves her husband’s laugh!!
I wanted to thank everyone.again for the love! Surgery went really well and ill have the trake out next Wednesday barring anything major! I till havent figured out how to reply to everyone individually on here but please know that i have read all the comments and appreciate them! Im glad i could make a difference and be a positive influence! Much love!👨👩👧👦👨👩👧👦👨👩👧👦❤️❤️❤️
You are a kickass mom Sara! You remind me of my mom ❤️ your kids are great and your husband is kickass too. Keep on keeping on ✊🏻✊🏻
So happy to hear your surgery went well, thanks for the update Sara! It was great having the opportunity to meet you and your family through this video. So much love, and I can tell you and your husband enjoy one another so much. Wishing you all the best!
You're such a hero ❣️
Ur an inspiration and so seeet i will try to keep up to see you after uheal from surgery, was it for the trach? Or something else?
No need to reply one on one with me i will just read All ur comments
I love so much how this channel normalizes the differences in people. I think it helps us all connect.
I 💯 agree!
I agree. And it’s so interesting that we all have differences ranging from subtle to extreme and that is actually a common trait.
Yes.
That's my favorite part. It really proves how important representation is! Imagine if we saw more differently abled people on TV and in movies.
Imagine the world if this was the only kind of content on TV. It’s so depressing to see what is actually on there.
"You're not going to learn or know anything if you don't ask questions."
Sarah summed up your whole channel very nicely!
Yeah, that's what I thought as well!
Sarah's parents look SO young ! What a beautiful, kind family♥️
Such a a lovely family ❤
I love Sara's dad's attitude: "This is my daughter, she's a little different, I love her, she's great!"
Great family, great kids! Much respect to Allison for being uncomfortable in front of the camera, but doing it anyway!
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The children are sweethearts. What a wonderful family.
Sara is the happiest person ever ... She married with two children . . Loving parents and a loving + funny husband ........ Me .????? My life cursed 😢😢😢😢😢
@@zerosleep657 and she is funny as well.
Having only met one person with Goldenhar Syndrome, I found Sara's interview quite interesting. Her family support is just incredible and I am so glad that her dream to be a mother was realized. I found Roger to be a very caring person and her son and daughter taking life in stride. What a beautiful family. Be blessed.
What a lovely family! Sarah's youngest is totally her twin!
I understand her shyness too, she is so sweet! We've all been there, you can really see how much this mom loves her very awesome kids!
Most definitely- you can tell their facial features are so similar! ❤❤
I have so much respect for this Mother
Chris: So what do you like to listen to?
Sara & son: 💀🤘🖤
All around sweet people. Sara's done an amazing job as a mom with her two wonderful kiddos. I love Alison's haircut.
Hi Sara. You have much to be proud about. I particularly enjoyed how when Chris asked your son if you were a good mom he answered Yes without hesitation.
Sara and her husband make a great couple! What beautiful children they have together. And I'm thankful that Sara was fortunate to have such amazing parents growing up. Thank you Sara for sharing your story with us! (*This is random but, for some reason your father reminds me of an actor(?) or somebody I've seen on TV.) Hugs from Jacksonville, FL! 💖
People have often told him he looks like Chevy chase . Lol
@@suedean1994 Ok, yea! I totally see it now! Hahaha, so its not just me then - thank you for that!😊
To me he looks like Gilbert Gottfried!
I love all the love and affection that this channel spreads around the world, a big hug from Brazil ❤️🇧🇷
Wow, as a blind person myself I can definitely relate to some of what she says. Especially when you're out with someone they want to talk to the other person as if you're not there I want to jump up and throw myself at them and say hey I'm right here hello, but I know that's not the right thing to do the best thing to do is educate the ignorant folks and I'm not saying that in a bad way it's just uneducated people just grind my gears because they don't see the person they see the disability and that's sickening get with it people we're All in this together here's another one, when you're at the store by yourself which I've been many a Time when you're standing at the counter, needing help from a clerk or a cashier or customer service if any kind they ignore you like you're not there. Do you have any idea how humiliating that is? But I have adapted she's got some good parents behind her that's really awesome so did I. That's a good thing have a good supportive family behind you because if you don't there's where the trouble lies. Go Sarah do what you do do what works for you I am.
I’m so sorry you have to deal with that stuff 🥲 But as a seeing person I just want you to know so many times people do have good intentions. But most don’t know people with disabilities so they’re unsure how to help & don’t ask how they can out of fear they’ll unintentionally offend that person. It’s easy to forget that someone who’s blind wouldn’t be able to see a person standing there TO ask for help. But never feel small for asking for a little help. It’s something we all need from time to time ♥️
I love u and will be your friend
I wish people wouldn't assign morality to ignorance. It's nothing to be ashamed of; it's okay to be uneducated. I think the worst thing about ignorance is that people don't even know they're ignorant and so they don't seek education on whatever it is; namely their roles in systemic bigotry such as ableism
what software are you using to type your comment with?
@@taneesescu all I use is my voice input on my Android mobile and of course Google gboard. I'm not that technically inclined or technologically I just welcome the technology by using whatever guys I hope that helps you if not my apologies I am older so I don't know Jack really except that it's a baby computer it fits in my hand, and I can do a lot of things with it that I haven't even explored yet. Wow it's an interesting time to be alive isn't it.
What a lovely family! Also how brave of Alison to be in front of the camera, she did a great job even though she was nervous.
My mom had spina bifida and my sister and I always talk about how we would love to hear from other people who grew up with a mother or parent who had a disability, but really I like to call it a gift. I truly believe my mother was able to teach me things about life that most kids do not learn. She made me a better person. This woman and her family are amazing!
I don't have a mom or parent with a disability, but I myself have spina bifida and would love to become a mom.
@@bluesgirl1980 You can do anything your heart desires. You are worthy. Sending you happy vibes from California ♥️
Hi Sara's kids!! If u are reading this:) Im so thankful that you guys shared your story. I have a shared experience of growing up with a mom in and out of the hospital and a dad that rambles (and is KING of getting peoples buttons pushed:) I'm 19 years old now. I am grateful for EVERYTHING(honestly) and gained insight on life through having to be very independent as a kid. I think something that this channel highlights so beautifully is YES your mom is just like everyone else BECAUSE WE ARE ALL SO MIRACULOUSLY DIFFERENT. That doesn't mean that feeling out of place should be normal. sometimes it is hard and we need help:) THATS what we are doing here; creating awareness, breaking down walls, and spreading community. It does take time and work to overcome certain challenges, but LOVE shows us to stay awake during those challenges and find the magic in your soul ngl. EMPATHY is a huge example of the love that is to be gained from vulnerable situations. You kids are awesome and I would love to be your friend. MUSIC is amazing... its my bridge to spiritually. I also listen to rock n roll, just like my pa. So rock on people
Hello Sara! Thank you for letting us meet your family! Your son is handsome and your daughter is very pretty. I am glad you have a good marriage partner! To Sara's parents: Thank you for raising Sara to know she is wonderful just the way she is! 👍👍
Ditto this comment. ❤️
She’s beautiful and such an incredible woman and mom! Sending you lots of love!❤️
Sarah is amazing and so is her family and parents they are all great
What you’re doing Chris is probably one of the most sincere and loving things a person could do. You see people, really SEE people. And you share what you see with the world. Thank you. ❤️
She has such a beautiful family, and is surrounded by love.
This was so informative. It’s so important to show everyone respect and dignity. Ignoring them is so hurtful. I have disabling conditions, but I look “normal.” But when I’ve had to use a wheelchair some people (not the majority just some) have the tendency to direct questions or conversations at whoever is pushing me. But those experiences pale to what Sara has had to endure. And despite these experiences, she is such an even-keeled kind-spirited woman.
I love how in a lot of these interviews people are so welcoming to questions. I wish I would've been raised to feel more comfortable to ask questions to people who are different from me, and im so glad I'll be able to pass that on to my kids and hopefully even make some new friends along the way!
What a wonderful mother
What a cool mom! I love how her and her son love the same music and bond over it. 💙
its very nice to see a mom with a disability and have her kids not mind at all, and it for it to be completely normal. I don't have a disability, I'm bipolar, but my biggest fear is that one day when I have kids that they'll mind that I'm different.
Be honest with them about it! It doesn't have to be a taboo topic, it's just something that some people have. Some people have dark skin, some people have freckles, some people like boys AND girls, some people have bipolar! Normalize differences, and raise them up with the knowledge of how to ask questions in a respectful way if they don't understand something. Kids don't really think too much about that kind of thing. I'm sure you'll have no problems with your future kids. :)
She seems like a cool person to be around 🍀😁
Every time I come here I'm reminded of how GOOOOD it feels to be able to comment again on these videos and share some positivity and support and also celebrate these people. Their love and passion for life is contagious and I love getting to hear their stories!
Sara is so confident and positive!! I love how she doesn’t appear to be self conscious and her family have just normalized their experience. I wish more people can have this outlook.
Sara, I wish I would've had you to give me lessons on being a mom. You have done a wonderful job. I really admire you and your family. Thank you for sharing your story!
I like Sara's parents' approach. When people were curious they actually encouraged them to speak to Sara. This undoubtedly helps to dispel a lot of myths and misunderstandings about disabilities and creates opportunities for people to gain understanding about the unique world of people with disabilities. Well done parents!!!
What a wonderful family! Sara's parents have done a spectacular job raising a self confident young lady. In turn, Sara and Roger also are raising their children in a house filled with love and kindness and humour..
Sara's Father is the sweetest and most proud Papa ❤️
Thank you for introducing us to Sara and family.
The whole family are so fun, smart and supercute 🥰 Greetings from an old lady in Norway 🇳🇴
Hallo fra America 💕
Holy moly, this family is full of positivity! From Sara's parents, Sara's husband, to Sara's children... and even her cat! She is surrounded by love and happiness! What a lucky gal! 😭
I'm so glad comments are back so we can easily give love to the amazing families on this channel! Thanks for sharing your story Sara, you can just tell your entire family loves you so very much
Sara’s dad at the end warmed my heart. Sara you’re awesome and you have a great family behind you!!
Thanks so much Chris for this platform and allowing people to share their stories!! ❤️
Her supportive parents, loving children, and the contagious laugh of Roger's mixed with his sense of humor goes so well with everyone. I love that family
I have a feeling, if God ever watched CZcams, this would be his favorite channel :)
Every video is so touching and heart warming. These videos represent everything that is positive and good about humanity.
God can see everything he made everything and he sends to heaven and hell he's the Creator.
This is one of the most beautiful interviews on this channel ❤ I just love the vibe of this whole family and wish they lived in my neighbourhood so I could hang out with them 🤗 Thank you Sara for sharing your world with us and thank you Chris for making this Interview happen 👍❤🌸
wow this is such a great example of how a family is supposed to be, I love how everyone seems to really get along and love each other!
Wow Sarah, you are such an inspiration. I have 2 genetic mutations and although motherhood is my life goal, it is so terrifying to make the decision to have children. God bless you and your strength!
I wonder does the interviewer ask questions in the moment or does he think of questions before hand. He asks really great question.
I ask everyone the same first question "What do you want the world to know about you?" (Or some very similar variation of that) and then from there it's all impromptu.
I can't stop smiling watching this video. This is so lovely❤❤❤
Hey everyone! Hey SBSBK community.
It's so nice to know that our differences do not HAVE to be our separations.
Love you all SLAVA UKRAINE.
Stay safe Taylor
All the love in the world to you Taylor
Stay safe. We all have you in our thoughts over here. Russia wants Ukraine because of the talent level of the country..
Resist... and stay strong.
I'm so sorry for your country going to war I hope God protects all the innocent people and the people that are fighting back to Russia God bless you!
Mom listening to mindless self indulgence just blew my mind. She really is super cool. Such a cute family and I wish the best for all of them
Sara is a beautiful soul, I love her wisdom and the love she has for her children, husband and family! Sara you rock!!!
Dude, Sara is one strong ass, beautiful woman... I'm so happy she has such a STRONG surrounding base, even more so because it's a reciprocated thankfulness..
so happy to see comments back on. they’ve been back on for a while but it’s so important
"Talk to me and not the people around me". This is powerful! As a physical therapist, these kind of conversations are what make me a better healthcare provider. Sarah, you are very strong!
Beautiful couple and lovely parents. Her parents are amazing too❤️❤️❤️
What a great family! Another interesting and positive interview! I love Sara’s answer to what helps her stay positive too, choosing who she surrounds herself with wisely- such great advice for everyone.
Also, totally agree with the marriage tips, those are exactly what hubby and I do too, and we’ve been together 23 years and married 19 and still going strong.
All the people in this video are awesome!
I wish I could listen to Slaughter To Prevail with my mom that's so rad!
As some others have said in the comments, one of the best reasons why this type of channels are important is that they remind everyone that people who live differently, who are born different EXIST. The visibility that this channel gives about all these different contexts in which some people live is great. As Sara mentioned, the fact that someone talks to HER and not to her companions means acknowledgement, acknowledgement is validation and validation as human beings matters, it really does.
What a beautiful family, wise parents and supportive kids.
Aww god bless this mom and her kids. ❤️💗💙
This fills my heart. Thanks for what you do 🙏🏼
I love all of the families you feature, but I especially love when you’re able to show incredibly supportive family systems. When Sara’s dad got emotional while describing his pride for her as a child, you can just plainly see how much love he and his wife have not only for each other, but Sara. I bet they’re ecstatic every day to be grandparents. And her mother was totally right, that love made Sara an incredibly loving person too and she found Roger and now they’re raising their own kids with that same love. It’s just so powerful.
She has a great personality! They are so lucky to have her as a mom!!!
My eyes teared up when dad said I stand tall with my head up . Proud as hell ! 🥲 what an inspiring story . Thankyou for sharing ❤️
I love how this channel teaches that people with differences and challenges are like everyone else, by letting us get to know them. You have raised such great kids, Sarah and Roger! What a lovely family.
Omg I love this channel and never thought I would see someone I know on here. Great job Sara!
I love this channel. Sara is awesome, and it’s so cool that her parents’ love and support gave her the confidence to be herself. She also has great taste in music 🤘🏽
Sara just seems so chill, relaxed, and has this wonderful positive energy ... when she said to her family member during the interview, "that's alright," I was thinking, wow, what an incredibly loving, encouraging, and supportive individual unto herself!
Chris, thanks for sharing this warm, wonderful family with us ♥️
This was such a great video! The whole family seems so lovely, Sara seems so happy and like such a great mother, her husband seems really sweet and super funny, both her kids are just such sweethearts and Alison is so brave to get on camera despite being nervous and Sara's parents seem so loving and amazing and holy crap they look so young!
I love this family! Sara and her dad seem a lot alike, so laid back! Just lovely ❤️
Sara you have the most beautiful children! and they sure love their mom! your family is so close nit and have each others back,a beautiful family ❤️
This channel always introduces me to such wonderful and fascinating people (both those with differences and their friends and family). Was great to meet Sara and her family.
I respect her.
oh man. alison reminds me of myself when I was younger (and now.) it's nice to not feel alone!
Such a sweet family. Virtually meeting you all has really blessed me. Thank you for this video. 💕
This family epitomizes genuine love.
What an amazing story!
Great family. Her Mom looks so familiar to me and it's driving me crazy.
I hate it when that happens! 🤣
Yes I said the same thing...where do I know this lady from?
It’s funny because I said the same thing about the dad lol
@@crystalortega2156 dad looks just like Chevy chase, right?
She is the sweetest!! Such a great mom 🥰
Sarah is truly a blessed lady. To be surrounded and supported by such love and care. She is truly an inspiration and lives life to the fullest ❤
this was heartwarming and i teared up. i take things for granted and i never realized there’s so many out there that go thru things i’ve never been thru. thank you for this.
It's cool when kids and parents have the same music tastes, music is usually really important, especially with teenagers since it can help you communicate feelings you can't always put to words. As another Sara and Rammstein fan it was fun to learn about your life and family, they seem like a great bunch of people.
This is just so beautiful!
You have such a beautiful family. Thank you for letting us in and showing us. I wish you all the best, all of you.
I smiled for this entire interview, Sara. Your parents are gorgeous as are your husband, kids and of course, you. Sending lots of love.
Please why is this family so cute? Also, Alison- you did a great job in this interview! Way to put yourself out there :)
Sara you’re awesome!! ❤️
I really liked what they said about not arguing or raising their voices but discussing things and communicating. So true!
WOW! I was not expecting those bands to be named, wow. Excellent taste! That's awesome!
The most important lesson of the day;
“Be very careful who you surround yourself with”
Three generations of proof that her advice is excellent. They all are wonderful people; the kind of folks you’d love to have over for game night.
What a beautiful loving, fun family. It makes such a difference to have a good support system. Sara is amazing. I loved that she was a bit of a little devil taking off as a kid. I'm sure she surprised a lot of people.
Thank you Chris for your wonderful channel. You have opened my eyes to so many conditions and the amazing people who live with them & their selfless families who care for & love them. Thank you Sara & Roger & family for sharing your lives with us. You are lovely people!
You can definitely tell that this family is so full of love and support for each other. She and her husband seem like fantastic parents.
God bless you all .A truly lovely family .
You and your family are amazing! I wish you all the happiness. You are your husband are beautiful together
This video had me smiling the whole time. What a sweet and awesome family
she’s an amazing mama😌, hearing her childhood stories makes me smile, she was a go getter!
Their daughter shouldn’t be nervous, I don’t know everything about her situation but she is a beautiful young woman and I’m sure her future will be bright!
She may just be an introvert which is totally normal, some kids are more introverted than others
@@livsephton9 if anyone knows anything about being an introvert it’s me, I would probably react the same way being taped I front of potentially millions of people, I just want her to know that it’s okay.
This is Sara’s mom. Alison has always been a quiet, easygoing girl. 😀✌️
I love this! I’m also a blind mama and wife. I have a beautiful three-year-old daughter an a husband who can see. He is such an amazing support to me! I also have a dog who is my eyes and guides me through life. I relate so much to Sarah❤️
I love this channel. Always look forward to the interviews. Thank you, Sara and family for sharing with us. What a beautiful family. Sara, you are a star and so sweet. I agree with you -It’s important to surround yourself with the right people. Seems like you are surrounded with great ones and they are so blessed to have you to do life with.
Thank you for sharing your story with all of us, Sara! ❤ I wish you and your family all the best in life!