Wendy Gilker - Raising Bree

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  • čas přidán 18. 06. 2024
  • This video shows a short glimpse of 34+ years of care giving my profoundly disabled daughter Bree. It presents a typical day in our lives and the things I have done to keep my daughter healthy and happy.
    Thank you for viewing our story, I appreciate all of the love and support.
    If you would like to learn more about our story, I explain a lot in this video:
    • More Of The Story Q&A ...
    Bree passed away on January 5th, 2017. It was very peaceful and quick. It was kidney failure caused by her intestines backing up and closing the function of her kidneys. The 37 years that I got to spend with Bree were the best years of my life and I am so very grateful for this time and that I got to be her mom.
    • Bree's Slideshow
    My Tedx talk, which I was asked to do on the anniversary of her funeral (2018) is a explanation of what a gift Bree was in my life.
    • The Secret Gifts of Ra...
    More About Me:
    My Book about Raising Bree: tinyurl.com/gp9fueq
    My Cookbook: tinyurl.com/BreeBook
    My Children's Book About Bree and Her Dog: tinyurl.com/y8bj48kc
    CZcams: / wendygilker
    Instagram: / wendygilker
    Twitter: / gilkerwendy
    Support Me: www.paypal.com/paypalme/wendy...
    Disclaimer: I am NOT a medical doctor. The information I share is from my own experiences caring for my daughter, and personal research I have done over the years.
    *This is the only CZcams channel that I run. If you see my name or content posing as me on this platform it is NOT me.

Komentáře • 24K

  • @madisenmatherly3103
    @madisenmatherly3103 Před 7 lety +262

    How does she pay for all of this? She obviously has no life other than this child. I'm sorry, but this is no life for the child nor her mother.

    • @rae5560
      @rae5560 Před 7 lety +12

      Madisen Matherly They have a life. why are they alive. U need a life to live. But maybe you have a low life

    • @wall-e4003
      @wall-e4003 Před 7 lety +17

      Madisen Matherly your definition of living doesn't apply to them

    • @briangaron7609
      @briangaron7609 Před 7 lety +23

      i can't imagine doing this. I couldnt.

    • @bladerskater100
      @bladerskater100 Před 7 lety +2

      Madisen Matherly I guess u have no life then because living is more than the quality so if u have a disabled kid u gonna be wrong u would be as happy as a kid with no disability

    • @briangaron7609
      @briangaron7609 Před 7 lety +8

      i disagree. quality of life is everything. if i ever lost the ability to move or make decisions for myself, i would want people to give me back to god. same goes for my kid.

  • @jessicajamesspeaks
    @jessicajamesspeaks Před 2 lety +111

    My heart goes out to Wendy. No parent should have to bury their child. Rest in Peace Bree 🙏🏽

  • @savannahm5529
    @savannahm5529 Před 2 lety +69

    I'm THOURLY convinced a lot of mommas (mine included) that have disabled kids are angels.

  • @MAGNUM05
    @MAGNUM05 Před rokem +29

    I'm so sorry for the loss of your daughter, Wendy. Bree was a sweetheart and so are you. You're a great mother. May Bree rest in peace and God bless you two.

  • @daniellepalao4089
    @daniellepalao4089 Před 2 lety +28

    RIP sweet Bree! You are always going to be an angel. You touched the lives of so many people.

  • @Cholosaurus360
    @Cholosaurus360 Před rokem +30

    You remind me of my mom, I was born with a brain defect, adhd, and a undetermined disability we still don’t have a name for. My mom was very active in my treatments such as special education and routine doctor’s visits to see what developments were made. I am 38 years old I can function on my own with a little assistance but I think I’ve come this far because my mom was dedicated to my success just like you and Bree ❤

  • @lavenderspirits
    @lavenderspirits Před 2 lety +27

    My mother passed away recently and now I’m taking care of my 45yo disabled brother with profound intellectual disability and autism. It’s hard work but I don’t know if I could be as awesome as you are. Your passion for Bree radiates. I’m just exhausted all the time.
    Edit to add: I’m so sorry for your loss.

    • @WendyGilker
      @WendyGilker  Před 2 lety +10

      Yes it is challenging, yet just think that your brother wants to be wanted and love. You know I would always think, how would I want to be treated. If you can , I would look at the product ION - amazing results with autism. www.intelligenceofnature.com
      Just take it one day at a time. Yes you will feel exhausted yet and yes the hardest job yet stay in your heart. We are human and caregiving is the most stressful yet you can turn it around and make the situation the greatest blessing. My daughter was the greatest teacher I could of dreamed of. She made me better as I had to get healthier and be a better person to care for her. Yes I prayed and begged for guidance and help a lot. The constant worry about being able to keep food on the table and a roof does take a toll. Yet you have a very powerful purpose now, beyond what we can imagine. Ask for guidance and it will come at the perfect timing. You found this site - right, with all kinds of ideas. Bless you!!!

  • @kitchenmumma7596
    @kitchenmumma7596 Před 2 lety +22

    What an amazing mother.

  • @lexiev1250
    @lexiev1250 Před rokem +8

    Wendy, I'm so sorry for the loss of your daughter. May Bree rest in peace? You are a kind mother to her 🙏

  • @saveournsrey2018
    @saveournsrey2018 Před 2 lety +22

    You are by far the most caring amazing mother!! The love u have for your daughter is just selfless. I wish many more years of happiness and good health.

  • @sandytrosper7258
    @sandytrosper7258 Před 2 lety +9

    Heaven Truly got a Beautiful Angel. And to Mom Thank You for sharing all of this. God Bless You and All that helped you🙏✨

  • @JulieR73
    @JulieR73 Před rokem +11

    You could see the love and adoration for you in Bree’s eyes! Wendy, I’m so sorry for your loss! The bond the two of you shared was so beautiful!

  • @noahdouglas702
    @noahdouglas702 Před 2 lety +10

    What a lovely mother 💙

  • @mcmlxii4419
    @mcmlxii4419 Před 2 lety +16

    What a wonderful, dedicated mother you are.

  • @lynda9241
    @lynda9241 Před rokem +4

    You are an amazing person. God bless you & lift you up 🌷

  • @sharonjacobs5351
    @sharonjacobs5351 Před 2 lety +3

    WOW ! What is a dedicated mother ? If you looked in the dictionary , your picture would be there ! ! God love you both and bless all of those individuals who help you . . . All my best ! ! . . . ✝️

  • @cherylbaity3196
    @cherylbaity3196 Před 2 lety +3

    Wendy-- you are simply amazing. So impressive. What a great mother and loving good soul xoxCheryl

  • @claricelafayette7900
    @claricelafayette7900 Před 2 lety +17

    You’re a terrific mother. Rest In Peace to your lovely daughter. I’m happy I stumbled upon a slice of your life and could learn so much about care and compassion.

  • @4weentertainlifenaturetrav436
    @4weentertainlifenaturetrav436 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Amazing mom and daughter, may blessings fall upon you ❤

  • @larrymuana2260
    @larrymuana2260 Před 4 měsíci

    What an inspiration. The mother's love, and strength are the reasons why her daughter is able to beat the odds of the doctors prognosis. Thank you for sharing this video. You give hope to a lot of people.

  • @ellahuhtamo2995
    @ellahuhtamo2995 Před 4 měsíci

    This mother is perfect loving mother. She is doing exellent job taking care of Bree. She is wonderful woman and may god bless her and her whole family and friends. Bree and her mother are both beautiful women

  • @katiejo6066
    @katiejo6066 Před měsícem

    “This princess of mine.”
    My heart started to melt in that moment:)

  • @evanrandall1675
    @evanrandall1675 Před 2 lety +6

    Amazingly dedicated mother. I'm sure that care would easily equal 2.5 to 3 full time jobs... And all she can talk about is how wonderful her now departed is, the other people who helped and how ready she is to share this hard won knowledge. The footage of her doing the stairs is something of a miracle. That should have been impossible. The mother made that happen. BY HER SELF. Could you imagine scooting on your bare knees 630ft minimum every single day so that things are good enough for you to start working on the new project of doing the stairs?! My God. I really hope that she has finally had 2 seconds to take a breath and realize what an incredibly great job she has done. I keep thinking of her pain when that impossibly busy schedule she maintained for years was suddenly wide open. I hope she's doing well. Makes me appreciate my mom.

  • @noahdouglas702
    @noahdouglas702 Před 2 lety +4

    Incredible strength and beauty

  • @jackeyedpeas4013
    @jackeyedpeas4013 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Bree had a happy life. Her mother took very good care of her.

  • @keyboardguru4212
    @keyboardguru4212 Před 7 lety +161

    I see all these comments thanking God and all, but why would an all-good, all-loving, omnipotent creator even do this!?

    • @fujianhehagedoorn9809
      @fujianhehagedoorn9809 Před 7 lety +3

      Keyboard Guru cuz he thought it would cool to make this child

    • @Lauritonas
      @Lauritonas Před 7 lety +2

      Their thanking him thats bree is still alive

    • @nathanbeer3338
      @nathanbeer3338 Před 7 lety +2

      Keyboard Guru I don't believe in God, but if an all-loving goddess spirit have made her daughter its probably because God wants to see what humans will do in that situation.

    • @keyboardguru4212
      @keyboardguru4212 Před 7 lety +13

      Nathan Beer Yes, but an omnipotent creator would not need to do that, since he/she would already know the results.

    • @annabelxo2193
      @annabelxo2193 Před 7 lety +17

      People use god when they cant handle real life. Its how religion came around, the bible was written by people to use law through fear to keep order. Its why now, people look to this god, purely out of fear because theyres nothing they can do themselfs. Not going to say believing in a god is a mental disorder, but it certainly is blinde.

  • @tarynisfantabulous
    @tarynisfantabulous Před 6 lety +127

    Wow, this lady has so much love towards her daughter. I have no idea what this would be like, and I have no idea if I could deal with it like she does. Props to her

    • @angmoulton8528
      @angmoulton8528 Před 2 lety +1

      I don't think I could, I love my daughter's very much but I even have a hard time taking care of myself at times, like just ensuring I eat, what a blessing for Bree to have you as her mama! I hope life is being good to you and I'm sorry for the loss of your baby girl, I know she's smiling down at you and so proud of everything you have done and continue to do

    • @angmoulton8528
      @angmoulton8528 Před 2 lety

      Oh wow new London new Hampshire I'm in Claremont!!!

  • @MattFrost224
    @MattFrost224 Před 7 lety +1080

    What a sweet lady! It's people like her who deserve praise and recognition, unlike half of our "celebrities" who basically do nothing.

    • @vatcalentine9378
      @vatcalentine9378 Před 7 lety +4

      Matt Frost Kylie jenner...

    • @MattFrost224
      @MattFrost224 Před 7 lety +1

      Aly Segura Eugh...

    • @bevdavis5271
      @bevdavis5271 Před 7 lety

      Matt Frost g

    • @theickychimera-ds2te
      @theickychimera-ds2te Před 7 lety +9

      Matt Frost we need more people like her

    • @krystalwilliams1554
      @krystalwilliams1554 Před 7 lety +3

      Matt Frost celebrates are praised because they give us music, movies, books etc, this woman is a great mother, but no who's going to turn up to her talking about her disabled child

  • @aujechu1411
    @aujechu1411 Před 7 lety +1475

    this woman literally gave up her entire life to devote herself to her daughter and that's what makes her so amazing. she loves her daughter soooo much and knows all and everything about her. She has given up any social life, all finances, all of her time, her aspirations etc. as a mother without a child with this condition it's easy to say I don't think I could do it but deep down I know if I had to I would for my child no questions asked. 36 years is a long time to have to care for your child in the way most parents only have to do for a year or so takes ALOT OF strength. she's an amazing mother for sure.

    • @ameliebecker23
      @ameliebecker23 Před 6 lety +4

      Auje Chu

    • @thenewkephrii4150
      @thenewkephrii4150 Před 6 lety +4

      Auje Chu yeah that is true

    • @brookeochsner5644
      @brookeochsner5644 Před 6 lety +7

      Auje Chu I love this comment so much you know there aren’t a whole lot of people who realize this so thank you for this

    • @dtaphantom1754
      @dtaphantom1754 Před 6 lety

      Auje Chu damiyah ❤️💕💖

    • @daybabe56
      @daybabe56 Před 6 lety +7

      You dont stop taking care of your child after a year, Parents take care of their children until they're at least 18(if they don't have any special needs like this one), and then their job is done. But even after they turn 18 they will still take care of their child if they need it no matter what

  • @alisyn5373
    @alisyn5373 Před 6 lety +164

    This lady is by far a much better woman than I am.. I don't have the physical nor mental strength to raise a child with Bree's level of being handicapped. God bless this woman.

    • @alisyn5373
      @alisyn5373 Před 6 lety +6

      shay jefferson That's one hell of a detailed scenario.. Until I actually experienced that, I don't know what decision I'd make.

    • @00wkee
      @00wkee Před 6 lety +1

      She is indeed

  • @sweetcookie2739
    @sweetcookie2739 Před 7 lety +136

    you guys are sick for calling her ugly and a dog,she's not a dog she's still a human being.

    • @NichtNameee
      @NichtNameee Před 7 lety

      IonCannoneers Maan, you are a poor idiot.

    • @dacumman5288
      @dacumman5288 Před 7 lety +2

      IonCannoneers lol

    • @jessop5125
      @jessop5125 Před 7 lety +3

      IonCannoneers They took rag doll too seriously 🤔

    • @happychappy7345
      @happychappy7345 Před 7 lety +6

      Sweet Cookie well its not learning or being anyone is she. she's ? basically noting they should just put her down she's basically nothing. she knows nothing is nothing like a waste of space no hate just truth

    • @juelzea8518
      @juelzea8518 Před 7 lety +1

      Happy Chappy correct your grammar.You know what you need?you need church how could someone possibly say something like that

  • @erinlippitt8545
    @erinlippitt8545 Před 7 lety +1740

    it just makes me so happy that she puts in so much time and effort to take care of Bree. This lady is amazing, bless her.

    • @HeartLily
      @HeartLily Před 7 lety +19

      Erin Lippitt I know right? it's sad how rare it is to see someone so selfless and caring

    • @angiefeingold2453
      @angiefeingold2453 Před 7 lety +13

      Harley Steele - it isn't rare at all. I've been an RN for over 25 yrs and my husband is a Paramedic. Not only do MANY families take care of disabled family members for years (often a second generation taking over) - but foster parents adopt moderately to severely handicapped children, as in more than once. They are truly incredible people to meet and work with.

    • @drowningin
      @drowningin Před 7 lety +2

      +Angie Feingold kids ending up on street for as little as autism isn't uncommon either though

    • @HeartLily
      @HeartLily Před 7 lety +7

      Angie Feingold Sorry I wasn't saying it was rare in general I was saying it's rare to see. I don't think carers get enough credit or recognition. People often overlook it.

    • @beckyd6524
      @beckyd6524 Před 7 lety +7

      autism can be extremely severe though its a huge spectrum

  • @willssportshour4924
    @willssportshour4924 Před 6 lety +247

    "A much better life began." Bless this woman

    • @itsphiaa2809
      @itsphiaa2809 Před 6 lety

      Wills Sports Hour! Yes

    • @aval3e
      @aval3e Před 6 lety

      Wills Sports Hour! Sike

    • @pinkfloydfan92
      @pinkfloydfan92 Před 6 lety +3

      Wills Sports Hour! She's lying. That type of life isn't enjoyable for either of them.

  • @rilansmith5914
    @rilansmith5914 Před 7 lety +1765

    I had a Mom like you, who until her last days at 91 years of age only thought of others' well-being...the world darkened just a bit the moment she died, and watching you just now felt like the sun coming from behind a cloud. You are a light in this hard dark world.

  • @rawrsophiex
    @rawrsophiex Před 7 lety +576

    Isn't it amazing how one little deletion in a tiny tiny part of the chromosome can cause such a profound effect. You're an amazing mother, she's so lucky to have you.

  • @sarakyoutube
    @sarakyoutube Před 7 lety +2476

    Believe me when I say this, you are an angel, i know words are just words but you are that little girls savior.

    • @sarakyoutube
      @sarakyoutube Před 7 lety +51

      This is what your inspiration should look like. This woman is everything

    • @janettjcki
      @janettjcki Před 7 lety +2

      True! ❤

    • @nekosludge9502
      @nekosludge9502 Před 7 lety +10

      Sara K this girl is an adult i believe

    • @andybee1381
      @andybee1381 Před 7 lety +28

      Pencil Sketch Yes. Her mom says that she was born in 1980, so she should be 36 years old.

    • @helmialeksandra
      @helmialeksandra Před 7 lety +5

      Sara K I love your channel :)

  • @oliviaLOVEShenry
    @oliviaLOVEShenry Před 7 lety +258

    Who is caring for the Carer? We need to give people respite care while making sure that their child is cared for with the same love and respect that they're due. Why do these parents have to fight for every little thing? As a society they should be first in line for everything.

    • @Mzmissy215
      @Mzmissy215 Před 7 lety +4

      oliviaLOVEShenry agreed!

    • @evelin5255
      @evelin5255 Před 7 lety +6

      oliviaLOVEShenry in Germany you don't have to fight for this. When you are sick or like cases like bree you get everything from the government to help you. Yes we have high taxes that everyone have to pay but it's for health and education. You got your legs broken and your child has Down Syndrom? Furthermore your other child wants to study on university? No problem. Government pays your hospital bill, helps you out with your sick child and university is free. Everything in our system concentrates on socialism and helping you out on health issues. And that's why you don't see many homeless people in Germany. If you can't afford a decent life you get helped by a program called Harzt 4. There is no chance that someone has to sell its house because medical treatment it too expensive. For me it's unbelievable.

    • @issmith3525
      @issmith3525 Před 7 lety +2

      even in Australia it's hard to get any access to this kind of help. my sister is special needs but because she doesn't come under the umbrella of autism we have no access to any form of help or sometimes fundamental carers. It's quite strange the lengths you have to go to if you're in these situations.

    • @oliviaLOVEShenry
      @oliviaLOVEShenry Před 7 lety +16

      I have to disagree. A Mother's love knows know bounds and she is doing everything she can but her role is exhausting and her fight is relentless. We as a society should be caring for Wendy as she cares for Bree.

    • @orcashadow8989
      @orcashadow8989 Před 7 lety +2

      Thank you so much for this. It's appalling how little support the care givers get, and care givers need a lot of support.
      I was a caregiver for several years and worked with people very similar to Bree, some worse off, and there is not one day that isn't exhausting and a little scary at some point or another. It's mentally and emotionally draining knowing something could go wrong and someone could die at any moment, and every little thing you do matters drastically.
      People sugarcoat how hard it is to raise a child like Bree. This mom was totally honest and has a good head on her shoulders. Unfortunately she can't take care of her forever and at some point Bree will probably end up in a group home or with a relative perhaps. Where I worked, I can't tell you how rare it was that a family member came into the group home to visit one of the clients. It was so rare. Some parents can't handle it, it's a full time job, and for caregivers the pay is extremely little. It was near minimum wage for me and we did not get raises because the government kept cutting funds on us. Nobody wanted to work there. The job was tireless and it was difficult to get vacations, veeeeeeerrrry little pay and you would witness disturbing things there that many couldn't handle on a daily basis. As a result we were always so low on people, and it was common that new staff wouldn't make it past the 3rd month. They were literally hiring people off the street out of desperation, and this meant they were hiring a lot of bad people that didn't care for the clients, as well.
      So in the end the real victims become those with the disabilities. So it really is not selfish for a caregiver to ask for more support or pay. It is a draining job and the clients deserve and need the very best care.
      When people say "well the parent is just happy taking care of their child and that's all they need!" I dare you to do this work all day every day and see the sacrifices you make and what it can do to your physical and emotional health, not to mention your finances. Many don't love their family members that are in conditions like Bree and it's a terrible thing-- but those who are true family and care for them get fucked over no matter how much they love and take care of the disabled person.

  • @emilyromero5118
    @emilyromero5118 Před 6 lety +29

    She is so amazing and caring to Bree, I’m glad she lived a good life with a good mother ❤️🙃 These mean comments are not funny or kind, so leave positive comments so Bree’s mom can be happy 😁😇

  • @LandonTristen
    @LandonTristen Před 7 lety +790

    Now that's a mom who LOVES her daughter

    • @babybiscuit11
      @babybiscuit11 Před 6 lety +2

      g59 maya yeah and some people abort there children that don't have ANY disabilities and it's horrible

    • @johnathonsnow9064
      @johnathonsnow9064 Před 6 lety +4

      babybiscuit11 cause birth is too fucking expensive and caring for a child costs a hell lot. Abortion is cheap and effective, plus it helps the mother.

    • @babybiscuit11
      @babybiscuit11 Před 6 lety +1

      Paper Weight Potato they should've used a condom it's their fault

    • @libertyprime69
      @libertyprime69 Před 6 lety +3

      When condoms break

    • @adrii7322
      @adrii7322 Před 6 lety +2

      Paper Weight Potato adoption is always a choice damn

  • @sergioaguero2067
    @sergioaguero2067 Před 7 lety +291

    Who disliked this!? Such an amazing women. My prayers go out to you and Bree 💙

    • @d33znutz9
      @d33znutz9 Před 7 lety +8

      The dislikes might be people who feel terrible for this 2 pretty woman

    • @loyal_dogs
      @loyal_dogs Před 7 lety +9

      I think you're right. Because I disliked this at first since I really felt sorry for the mum that she lived like this for so long and for Bree that she is ill like that (if I was in that condition and had the choice, I honsetly would prefer to die). But then I turned my dislike into a like because of the inspirating spirit of that mum and her positive energie.

    • @eagleye44
      @eagleye44 Před 7 lety +4

      Too bad your "God" will not hear them

    • @fallonavery7734
      @fallonavery7734 Před 7 lety +6

      Harrison Jones Why do people always bring that into the comment section. Just stop it's like you WANT to start and argument. Everyone has different opinions and people have faith in God, but you have to come in and start stuff. Just please stop.

    • @sniper_clan8308
      @sniper_clan8308 Před 7 lety +7

      Harrison Jones dud STFU if you dont believe in god then keep that to yourself and say something nice. if yoy dont want to say something nice then keep quiet. i dont believe in god either but at least i don't make rude comments. and at least i would open my mouth to say something nice. besides the lecture.... Wendy you are an amazing and wonderful mother😊 you and bree are amazing people. we all support you guys. love ya!❤

  • @Jorgereyes-yu6qp
    @Jorgereyes-yu6qp Před 6 lety +5

    I'm complaining about my life and I am now realizing how blessed I am to feed my self,walk,and many other things Bree is a warrior she is beautiful and has guts of steel I hope Bree and her mother live a long and healthy life #STAYSTRONGBREEKEEPONGOIN

  • @rednecklife-uu3je
    @rednecklife-uu3je Před 7 lety +686

    YOU ARE A HELL OF A GOOD MOTHER NEVER CHANGE THAT! GOD BLESS YOU!

    • @noyeeet7468
      @noyeeet7468 Před 6 lety +1

      Malliah Reyn fuck you

    • @helloworld3381
      @helloworld3381 Před 6 lety

      Malliah Reyn and God blessed you with the heart of Satan. No such thing as perfect. Jesus knows it. Before talking about Hod, read the Ten Commandments in the bible.

    • @malliahreyn8429
      @malliahreyn8429 Před 6 lety

      HelloWorld that's awesome I love Satan.

    • @malliahreyn8429
      @malliahreyn8429 Před 6 lety

      Joseph Riley no thanks, i don't sleep with strangers.

  • @libbyevans4958
    @libbyevans4958 Před 7 lety +125

    This woman deserves an award❤️❤️

  • @vmenke
    @vmenke Před 6 lety +28

    You are an amazing mother to give up your whole life for your daughter.❤️❤️❤️

  • @rhyssky8308
    @rhyssky8308 Před 7 lety +148

    A mother that does this much for her disabled kid is a hero and role model. Anyone who says anything negative must have a sorry ass life and wasn't disciplined at all. She has my prayers and bless her kind soul.

    • @robloxsophie8246
      @robloxsophie8246 Před 7 lety +1

      RhysSky I'm desabled

    • @ryanburrell62
      @ryanburrell62 Před 7 lety +1

      Tinker Tailor hope your life gets better😍😘😭

    • @EvolvedJewel
      @EvolvedJewel Před 2 lety

      Such judgment for people you don't know who may say things to the contrary of your beliefs.

  • @glodaleo9785
    @glodaleo9785 Před 7 lety +1429

    What a WONDERFUL mother. GOD bless

    • @glodaleo9785
      @glodaleo9785 Před 7 lety +22

      wonderful daughter as well

    • @Kelo60
      @Kelo60 Před 7 lety +48

      This lady is a legend. Not many people would keep taking care of there disabled daughter for aslong as she has. Most people would have just put her in a home. Wendy if you read this you are a wonderful person.

    • @rajeshmathura4382
      @rajeshmathura4382 Před 7 lety +1

      glo ria you can also good soul

    • @gia9551
      @gia9551 Před 7 lety +4

      Kelo60 it is so beautiful that she is doing everything she can to KEEP taking care of her

    • @eagleye44
      @eagleye44 Před 7 lety +3

      A really WONDERFUL mother would have ended her daughters suffering.

  • @keelyherringe6345
    @keelyherringe6345 Před 6 lety +10

    This beautiful lady is just a genuine woman and I aspire to be as loving and kind as she is 💗 god bless

  • @kariemsp2638
    @kariemsp2638 Před 7 lety +152

    When she called bri her princess I cried so hard :(

  • @wildchild372007
    @wildchild372007 Před 7 lety +212

    these nasty comments really make my heart sad. this mom is the perfect example of what a mother should be. i have 3 kids that have been special needs and now young adults. 2 of my kids are high functioning autistic and 1 with mental health issues. i've raised them on my own after their dad walked out in 2003. it's been rough, but it can be done. you keep doing you Wendy. you are an amazing mom. lots of other "moms" out there would have put their kids in a home.

    • @poweralth5496
      @poweralth5496 Před 7 lety +1

      angela marsden having 3 children with minor mental health problems doesn't equate to having a girl or guy? idk that is physically almost crippled and has sever mental issues, I understand the quality of life but if it requires you to change the diaper of a almost grown human and treat them like a child when they're almost grown, isn't a great life worth living

    • @leuvenfra
      @leuvenfra Před 7 lety +4

      Poweralth Everybody has their own conception of a good life. I'm sure this lady receives a lot of joy from her constant work for Bree. That is not to deny she works very hard and her job must be difficult.

    • @heartofjustice6041
      @heartofjustice6041 Před 7 lety +3

      having 3 children with disabilities in a row? did you smoke drink or do drugs because thats awfully suspicious

    • @xeroxroxin1416
      @xeroxroxin1416 Před 7 lety +1

      angela marsden is bree a man? or little girl because i cant tell the difference

    • @lydiamichelle7690
      @lydiamichelle7690 Před 7 lety +2

      Perfect_ Circle girl she says her and she a lot in the vid lol

  • @rosesutton4566
    @rosesutton4566 Před 6 lety +6

    Such a dedicated Mother, your daughter is such a treasure. I admire your courage to keep fighting for those challenges you have faced everyday.

  • @topplintoads6230
    @topplintoads6230 Před 6 lety +4

    It’s vids like these where I tell myself “Thank God for the life I’m given.”
    With all these complications she’s living with, it truly is a blessing and a privilege to live our lives the way we live them. I hope she sets an inspiration and motivation to those out there who also have complications of their own.
    God Bless.

  • @user-ov5jr6qf6e
    @user-ov5jr6qf6e Před 6 lety +543

    Damn she was so blessed to have a mom like her with such a tragic condition

  • @ineffablesplendor4172
    @ineffablesplendor4172 Před 7 lety +43

    I was practically in tears. This woman is truly exceptional. God bless her for having the patience and strength the undergo such a trial.

  • @kelseymuchmore1449
    @kelseymuchmore1449 Před 6 lety +4

    Wow. I have so much respect for this Mom. Bree is blessed to have someone like you throughout her life. If only every disabled adult was treated like this!

  • @itsmeh4240
    @itsmeh4240 Před 6 lety +13

    Bree is so beautiful and seems so nice! And I love her mom for being with her all this time and not giving up on her. Rip Bree!! U are missed very much

  • @breebreecakes6189
    @breebreecakes6189 Před 7 lety +316

    I am literally dumbfounded by the amount of comments saying she shouldn't live like this or "she needs to be put down".. I know people are evil but it is shocking to me they shamelessly leave these disgusting comments on such a wonderful dedicated mothers video... this woman has nothing but love in her body and yet the world stills finds a way to be ignorant and hateful

    • @DownrightPossible
      @DownrightPossible Před 7 lety +11

      breebreecakes well it's the internet, people show their inner disgusting selves because there are no consequences.

    • @christophermusibay9283
      @christophermusibay9283 Před 7 lety +21

      It's not disgusting, I commend her for her hard work shes been doing for the past years, but honestly none of this should've happened to begin with. I'm a Christian and I know it's a horrible thing to say but people like this are too much of a burden, and you forget how to live. You either have to choose between horrible life for you, or horrible life for the child, which neither are good. For the mother I know she loves her child, but like she said by the time she's done caring for Bree, there is no time left for herself. I would rather die then let someone close to me feel misery for taking care of me.

    • @karenhearne7112
      @karenhearne7112 Před 7 lety +7

      So tell me your story that brings you to a conclusion like this? " I'm a Christian and I know it's a horrible thing to say but people like this are too much of a burden, and you forget how to live. You either have to choose between horrible life for you, or horrible life for the child, which neither are good.""

    • @cupcakeheaven8206
      @cupcakeheaven8206 Před 7 lety +2

      I do not think she needs too be put down

    • @cupcakeheaven8206
      @cupcakeheaven8206 Před 7 lety +2

      I agree

  • @nicktune1219
    @nicktune1219 Před 7 lety +220

    Let's give this mother a big round of applause for taking care of her child. You are a great mother to this child. I could not think of anyone more dedicated or more caring to her daughter.

    • @HaLLiEB85
      @HaLLiEB85 Před 7 lety +6

      nicktune1219 bree died

    • @firstladyvaughan6242
      @firstladyvaughan6242 Před 7 lety +6

      nicktune1219 i agree with u 💯

    • @justicecarter6661
      @justicecarter6661 Před 7 lety +2

      nicktune1219 so glad nobody disliked this comment. my faith in humanity has been restored!!!! 🐱🐱🐱🐈🐈🐈🐈🐈🐯🐯🐯🐯🐯😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😇🙂😉😉🙂😣🙂😁🙂😎😐🤗😥🙂🙂🙂😘🙂🙂🙂🤗☺☺ ☺😶☺😁

  • @aine5825
    @aine5825 Před 6 lety +17

    Thank you for sharing this with us I think your daughter is beautiful

  • @buggld
    @buggld Před 7 lety +1227

    An extremely dedicated mother... Can't help but wonder what'll happen after Wendy is unable to care for Bree, though.

    • @madi8808
      @madi8808 Před 7 lety +7

      buggld oh god yea >

    • @jennazoubi8430
      @jennazoubi8430 Před 7 lety +1

      buggld same like I really wonder

    • @wannabegoth
      @wannabegoth Před 7 lety +3

      Most likely she'll live in a nursing home.

    • @arixnnaaa
      @arixnnaaa Před 7 lety +2

      buggld me too but hopefully she gets better.

    • @siiri4697
      @siiri4697 Před 7 lety +16

      i'm 99% Bree will die before Wendy bc people with disabilitys die younger

  • @cheekyoziechick
    @cheekyoziechick Před 7 lety +292

    She has been given the best mother God could find.

    • @heatherschmidt639
      @heatherschmidt639 Před 7 lety +1

      cheekyoziechick isn't that the truth

    • @nazunananakusa8916
      @nazunananakusa8916 Před 7 lety

      You mean nature and human kindness. God isn't real

    • @Jedhaase
      @Jedhaase Před 7 lety +2

      Rena Ryuugu Don't start pointlessly saying god isn't real and starting debates..

    • @liljynxi7425
      @liljynxi7425 Před 7 lety +1

      Rena Ryuugu why would you bring the "God isn't real" into this? People like you give atheists bad names. You don't have to comment something negative like that. Let people trust in what they want and talk about religion without downing them.

    • @liljynxi7425
      @liljynxi7425 Před 7 lety +1

      howto42 yeah, I can see how it could be exploitative, of course how she talks about her daughter and somewhat of how she seems to treat her could be that way, but there's a lot we don't know. Such as maybe she could be doing this to bring light to such a disability, for example, I didn't know they could crawl. I thought they were wheelchair bound. But she might be doing the best she can.

  • @0puppies2cute0
    @0puppies2cute0 Před 7 lety +1910

    God bless you. You are an amazing woman with amazing strength. This shows how great love is. You have cared for your beautiful daughter everyday for 31 years. You inspire me!!

  • @brefital11
    @brefital11 Před 7 lety +589

    I'm really surprised that there are not many mean comments. People are very rude and I'm very happy that all negative left this video and people kept it positive so this beautiful lady can keep going.

    • @anyiaprice1479
      @anyiaprice1479 Před 7 lety

      Allanna TV true

    • @neon_bae2060
      @neon_bae2060 Před 7 lety +10

      Allanna TV Or the comments got deleted

    • @brefital11
      @brefital11 Před 7 lety

      Neon_ Bae trur

    • @taelynnsykes6009
      @taelynnsykes6009 Před 7 lety

      Gkfhixhdgkhcgi dy🔫🗡⚔🚬🔪💣⚰

    • @troystuart8870
      @troystuart8870 Před 7 lety +22

      I was scared to look but I scrolled a couple times and didn't see any...I read your comment and I figured I'd stop while I was ahead lol...Sweet lady, and it takes a lot to care for someone that is handicapped in a manner such as this. Shes blessed she can afford to stay home and care for bree... a lot of people wouldn't financial be able too

  • @jhaabytv6333
    @jhaabytv6333 Před 6 lety +1

    I respect so much of what you do for her. I’ve been taking care of adults with developmental disabillities for ten years and your the mom of the century. Bree is amazing.

  • @mollyrobert4183
    @mollyrobert4183 Před 6 lety +7

    I feel so bad we all support you and Bri

  • @lidumama23
    @lidumama23 Před 6 lety +1226

    Wow! That's hard work! I commend this lady for being a wonderful mom.

    • @caecae4694
      @caecae4694 Před 6 lety +1

      Nina La Bella can she stand up $:|

    • @azarhiannanevernoticed5066
      @azarhiannanevernoticed5066 Před 6 lety +3

      LpsDogs AndCats no she can not

    • @amandarobinson8381
      @amandarobinson8381 Před 6 lety +4

      Nina La Bella my mom is single with two kids me my brother my brother has tics learning disability dislexia and a sleep problom

    • @lez5309
      @lez5309 Před 6 lety +1

      Nina La Bella yeah

    • @cloroxbleach885
      @cloroxbleach885 Před 6 lety +2

      Unfortunately she wasted 37 years the girl is dead now

  • @zodsi
    @zodsi Před 7 lety +272

    this was really touching to watch but its also the reason why i'm so scared to ever have children

    • @madi8808
      @madi8808 Před 7 lety +5

      Zeelols I feel ya.

    • @lolapeckham3498
      @lolapeckham3498 Před 7 lety +1

      Zeelols yeah

    • @annieoctavius352
      @annieoctavius352 Před 7 lety +1

      same

    • @caroline-pm4mo
      @caroline-pm4mo Před 7 lety +12

      Zeelols Thought I was the only one, I think I'll just adopt because everything about getting pregnant seems scary

    • @hannahyoung2137
      @hannahyoung2137 Před 7 lety

      Tinyowl123 AJ hahahaha as a ace individual I agree! But like just giving birth sounds awful and bloody

  • @xxxxOS
    @xxxxOS Před 6 lety +2

    I seriously hope your financial stress has been lifted. You are a strong inspirational woman and you deserve all the help you can get. Sending good thoughts from Scotland. If I was in any way able to help I would. Your story should be heard far and wide. Take care 🌸

  • @willpatterson6414
    @willpatterson6414 Před 6 lety

    Your literally the definition of best mom. My heart goes out to you and Bree. I wish you and your family nothing but the best!!!!!

  • @sophiereading7629
    @sophiereading7629 Před 7 lety +1728

    Bree is extremely lucky to have such an amazing mother

    • @dianeohare2896
      @dianeohare2896 Před 7 lety +2

      Sophie Reading

    • @Zumbagirl517
      @Zumbagirl517 Před 7 lety +10

      Sophie Reading Yes, she's a strong mother! Bri-bri is taken care of so well!

    • @bloopy6166
      @bloopy6166 Před 7 lety +11

      Sophie Reading I do not think that Bree is lucky at all, no offense

    • @madtingz2288
      @madtingz2288 Před 7 lety +4

      Yes she is

    • @elizabethpecoraro8518
      @elizabethpecoraro8518 Před 7 lety +14

      She's lucky to have a mother that actually cares about her. Most people would either institutionalize or disown her.

  • @deergreentea2847
    @deergreentea2847 Před 7 lety +1165

    what an amazing mother. god bless 💜

  • @opeani6476
    @opeani6476 Před 6 lety +1

    This makes me feel like crying the personality of mothers, the characters of mothers. A different kind of love a different kind of care that fills you up and wraps you all around, that God has blessed them with. Thank you God for that.😭❤❤

  • @lilieurbina7157
    @lilieurbina7157 Před 6 lety +2

    As much as I loved this video, I am so sorry for some of these horrible comments. There should be an automatic block of comments if certain words are used. BLESS YOU. YOU ARE LITERALLY SUCH A SWEETHEART.

  • @Traceyi1000
    @Traceyi1000 Před 7 lety +25

    any child would be lucky to have you for a mom

  • @pengu.3694
    @pengu.3694 Před 7 lety +502

    it's been a few weeks now since your little angel passed..and all i want to say is that you did an amazing job to keep this girl alive♡ you tried your best but now she flew to heaven..😢 we love and support you Wendy R.I.P bree forever remember forever the love continues

  • @qgill83
    @qgill83 Před 6 lety +15

    I love this you made my heart cry because the lady will have to give her child up and let people take the money that puts food on the table 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

  • @wolfhales
    @wolfhales Před 7 lety +199

    the way her mom talks about her it seems like shes keeping a pet.

  • @ladida8349
    @ladida8349 Před 7 lety +133

    you are a real angel living on earth, im so ashamed of myself that i cannot have such a big patience with my son just like you. God bless you and Bree

  • @jeannas9218
    @jeannas9218 Před 6 lety +22

    Mama goals😍

  • @tynicole88
    @tynicole88 Před 6 lety

    This is what pure love and dedication looks like, mother is an angel.

  • @havokntk07
    @havokntk07 Před 7 lety +377

    This mom is amazing, but I'd like a "mercy death" if I was in bree's position.

    • @thebeeswrinklyknees5637
      @thebeeswrinklyknees5637 Před 7 lety +14

      Havok Sosa You act as if she is an animal.

    • @havokntk07
      @havokntk07 Před 7 lety +44

      The Bee's Wrinkly Knees I'm sorry if I made it sound that way, but I don't think that.

    • @xWinterstarex7
      @xWinterstarex7 Před 7 lety +16

      Let's change "put down" to "mercy death". Havok Sosa i feel ya like if i was ever unable to do things for myself i'd like to put an end to it...but sadly bree can't really say what she wants.

    • @jancw
      @jancw Před 7 lety +48

      You might feel that way if you were born healthy then became incapacitated due to illness or injury. If you had enough awareness to remember your life before and compare it to after. But if you were born this way and have no understanding of anything but your mothers care (of which there is an abundance) then you probably wouldn't think life was so bad.

    • @nogedoge
      @nogedoge Před 7 lety +17

      Same. I'd definitely want to be euthanized.

  • @jordan-pd6jg
    @jordan-pd6jg Před 7 lety +2064

    great great mom 🙏🙏

    • @psikopate333
      @psikopate333 Před 7 lety +1

      beebo frick me

    • @jordan-pd6jg
      @jordan-pd6jg Před 7 lety +2

      Strictly Business let me live

    • @jordan-pd6jg
      @jordan-pd6jg Před 7 lety +2

      Wholock Bruh 🙏

    • @maggiehall3973
      @maggiehall3973 Před 7 lety +3

      meme Your profile picture... I subbed

    • @twentyoneduns6958
      @twentyoneduns6958 Před 7 lety +1

      Beebo! At the Breadbin IS IT JUST ME OR IS THIS VIDEO VERY MEME LIKE (I'm sorry I saw ur username and I fangirled bc I'm panic! Trash)

  • @crimsondiamond5695
    @crimsondiamond5695 Před 6 lety +1

    U will be rewarded beyond imagination for your hardship and faith in keeping that beautiful soul alive and well, but most especially happy...Bless ur heart for being a wonderful and caring mother to Bree.

  • @ILoveLamp_1995
    @ILoveLamp_1995 Před 7 lety +44

    this mother is so selfless, and is an absolute saint 💗💞💝💘💓💟💜💖💕❤

  • @aaabb7383
    @aaabb7383 Před 7 lety +433

    and this is what we call a mother.

    • @trillwill6261
      @trillwill6261 Před 6 lety

      Ares Bruna really, I couldn't tell but thanks for the help

    • @aaabb7383
      @aaabb7383 Před 6 lety +6

      trillwill ! you're welcome darling! whenever you feel like a dumb ass bitch call me and I'll give you some vocabulary in english like I did 💙

    • @justinclendenin2071
      @justinclendenin2071 Před 6 lety +1

      hunna dae tf

    • @chulubus3577
      @chulubus3577 Před 6 lety +2

      And this is what we call a failed birth

    • @trillwill6261
      @trillwill6261 Před 6 lety

      Guys I wasnt trying to be rude and I'm sorry if anybody got offended really, I just thought it was odd that you pointed out the obvious

  • @docteurshepherd
    @docteurshepherd Před 6 lety

    I almost cried watching this and I’m not an over emotional person by far.. but all I see on videos like these are typically parents talking about how difficult their child made their life, maybe not in those exact words but they definitely hint at it. And you on the other hand are so positive, it’s touching. Thank you.

  • @npiper1978
    @npiper1978 Před 6 lety

    You are truly a saint! It's heartwarming to know there are still amazing people like you. God bless you both 💙

  • @leesscribbles
    @leesscribbles Před 7 lety +589

    wow I can barely handle taking care of a lizard I can't imagine taking care of another person. your an amazing mother

    • @bittyb0t
      @bittyb0t Před 7 lety

      lizards aren't even that bad to take care off. i manage my beardie just fine. try 6 chickens.

    • @leesscribbles
      @leesscribbles Před 7 lety

      I grew up on a farm I'm just forget full. By berdie lives in my room so I see him and remember. He's a sweetie

    • @leesscribbles
      @leesscribbles Před 7 lety

      That's the one pet I can remember to lol. I fed them so much because I forgot if I fed them or not. (I have ADHD so I don't pay attention with out realizing it and forget what I did) *****​

    • @bittyb0t
      @bittyb0t Před 7 lety +1

      +kunoichi lise Maybe if you have such problems, you shouldn't have so many pets. Over feeding and not feeding a pet enough can be harmful. so can not giving them enough attention. seriously, my lizard gets real mean and his colors stay really dark when I don't mess with him for a while/ am not home.

    • @leesscribbles
      @leesscribbles Před 7 lety +4

      TheMewMix​ I don't have a lot of pets. Just the fish and lizard. I have notes and reminders all around my house. I'm good with feeding my beardie and he's usually pretty happy. He sits with me daily while I go on my laptop and just chills. And because of when I feed my fish a lot I don't feed them large amounts at a time. And having them is more or less good for me because its basically practice for me to learn to remember stuff. With out that form of responsablility I would have a much harder time. 

  • @gracemckenna2068
    @gracemckenna2068 Před 7 lety +203

    You are a strong incredible woman. Bree was very lucky to have you as a mammy. I'm so sorry to hear the sad news that she passed away. Take care x

    • @sn33zy_roll
      @sn33zy_roll Před 6 lety +12

      fanta drinker What the hell? All lives matter, big or small, how would you feel if you had a physical disorder that was slowly killing you, and people said: "they are a waste of life, let's just leave her to die."?

    • @sn33zy_roll
      @sn33zy_roll Před 6 lety +4

      Sahm Dhude You're right, but I kinda just got mad about the way they said it.

    • @Lunnalee100
      @Lunnalee100 Před 6 lety +1

      Sahm Dhude you are talking about eugenics..that is some pretty sick thinking. We can't kill people because they are an inconvenience. Where do you draw the line at killing?

    • @Lunnalee100
      @Lunnalee100 Před 6 lety

      Sahm Dhude you're an idiot. eugenisist. this isn't China

    • @sn33zy_roll
      @sn33zy_roll Před 6 lety +1

      Sahm Dhude Why are we still arguing about this? It doesn't really matter.

  • @Tjnovakart
    @Tjnovakart Před 6 lety

    Wendy is doing something I could never have the strength to do. What an amazing woman

  • @kiraelizabeth6539
    @kiraelizabeth6539 Před 6 lety +2

    The mother and daughter bond is beautiful! Truly amazing, god bless!💗😘

  • @jordanrooks1214
    @jordanrooks1214 Před 7 lety +193

    I have a sister that has C.P. they told us the same thing she would never live but she is in a wheelchair now and 15 years old they would never put her in normal a classes till we fought it and she is in honors classes smart as can be. She can talk to you on a full conversation. she's gorgeous the most beautiful thing.. yes we have to fight for her needs.. she just got potty trained the most amazing thing.. but she uses a walker, and her left hand turns in and she wears a brace at night to try to make it like normal hand.. ik how u feel it is very stressful u feel like no one understands and u r just always fighting

    • @kyleighfixico1609
      @kyleighfixico1609 Před 7 lety

      Jordan Rooks awww I hope is is great today 👑

    • @jlove2032
      @jlove2032 Před 7 lety +20

      bless you and your sister ❤

    • @ozmichael7439
      @ozmichael7439 Před 7 lety +8

      Jordan Rooks you are right, no one but the ones who are experiencing this understand. but we do know its hard. we hope the best for you, bree, and anyone else going through this. God bless😇😇

    • @carallnat
      @carallnat Před 7 lety +1

      Jordan Rooks, I work for an intermediate school district in my state and we try to mainstream special needs kids in their local school, even if it's for a half day and then we bus them to an ISD school for whatever therapy they need or other special services the school might offer.

    • @ebonyeyed08ti
      @ebonyeyed08ti Před 7 lety

      God bless you, ans your family thanks for sharing

  • @cookiesformolly4049
    @cookiesformolly4049 Před 7 lety +192

    Bree looks lovely. I wish I could help out. She seems fun! And for all of you haters, I'm not lying. God bless you Bree and your mom.

    • @indyandalexisvlogs2786
      @indyandalexisvlogs2786 Před 7 lety +9

      COOKIES FO' RHONDA I hate when people make fun of the ones with a horrible disability
      But it normally means none of these sports 🤸🏼‍♀️⛸🥋⚽️🏒🏊🏼‍♀️🚴🏼‍♀️⛹🏼‍♀️🎾 which is very 😢

    • @abygoyles7757
      @abygoyles7757 Před 7 lety +4

      I love people that want to help my mom dose

    • @kiarakali7474
      @kiarakali7474 Před 7 lety +5

      COOKIES FO' RHONDA you are so right

    • @nicolemarie2679
      @nicolemarie2679 Před 7 lety

      COOKIES FO' RHONDA your so right!

    • @ssaraicastillo
      @ssaraicastillo Před 7 lety +1

      COOKIES FO' RHONDA yep your right

  • @Matteo-wv1ti
    @Matteo-wv1ti Před 6 lety

    You are one amazing human being, I feel so much respect for you. THIS is true unconditional love. God bless you both.

  • @sandraanders2423
    @sandraanders2423 Před 6 lety +1

    Truly inspiring! I hope the best for you and Bree! Prayers and love ♥️♥️

  • @cynthiah4594
    @cynthiah4594 Před 7 lety +101

    Bree is very fortunate to have such a wonderful, loving , caring mother as you!

  • @donotflyawaymydear
    @donotflyawaymydear Před 7 lety +213

    "one of her favourite things is the mirror, because she's so beautiful" (03:20min) touched my normally stonecold heart so fckng much. You're an awesome Mother, remember that.

  • @riyajose3249
    @riyajose3249 Před 7 lety +83

    Just one word: RESPECT

  • @cyrenthiamichael1221
    @cyrenthiamichael1221 Před 7 lety +115

    I Wish All Mothers Were As loveable And Caring As You Are!

  • @fartnuggets6957
    @fartnuggets6957 Před 6 lety +4

    This makes me cry Bree is a great girl she's beautiful she looks like a good girl

  • @hoosiers1326
    @hoosiers1326 Před 6 lety +1

    Prayers go out to Bree she is in such a better place no pain,bullies,or anything bad R.I.P BREE