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Bullied 6th Grader’s Tears Turn to Joy After Community Rallies to Sign His Yearbook

Brody Ridder's Yearbook Heartbreak The end of the school year...

Friend Says “Of All People, You Should Get Why Someone Would Abort a Cleft Baby”—Dad’s Reply Is Perfect

"My ‘friend’ said, ‘Come on, of all people, you should get why someone would want to abort a cleft baby.’ That shocked me. Why would he think that?"

During a Kitchen Dance Party, Foster Mom Hears Heartfelt Words: ‘I Miss My Other Daddy’

"I felt the tug on my sleeve and looked down to find him standing motionless. His mouth was moving but I couldn’t make out his words. His quiet body in the noisy room caught me off guard. I bent down to find his voice."

Son With Down Syndrome Spots Dad at Airport—What Happens Next Will Totally Melt Your Heart

Though people with Down Syndrome are often bullied or perceived as “less than” in society (as exemplified by Iceland’s 100 percent abortion rate on babies with the condition), they are actually filled with more love and joy than most of us combined. They find a way to appreciate the little things that so many of us take for granted.

Nothing could illustrate that better than this heartwarming homecoming that will make your eyes water with tears of joy.

After five days in New York City visiting his sister, this man with Down Syndrome rushed to his dad in the airport, giving him the biggest bear hug and plastering kisses all over his cheeks. The special moment captured on camera has now taken the Internet by storm, and it’s sure to be the best thing you’ll see ALL day!

Check it out below: 

Homecoming doesn’t get better than this

“Homecoming doesn’t get better than this. I think my brother missed my father after 5 days in NYC with my sister.” ❤️

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Credit: Marcy Cobrink Mayer

Posted by Love What Matters on Thursday, August 23, 2018

Kelsey Straeter
Kelsey Straeter
Kelsey is an editor at Outreach. She’s passionate about fear fighting, freedom writing, and the pursuit of excellence in the name of crucifying perfectionism. Glitter is her favorite color, 2nd only to pink, and 3rd only to pink glitter.

Bullied 6th Grader’s Tears Turn to Joy After Community Rallies to Sign His Yearbook

Brody Ridder's Yearbook Heartbreak The end of the school year is supposed to be an exciting time with friends. Kids sign each other's yearbooks and...

Friend Says “Of All People, You Should Get Why Someone Would Abort a Cleft Baby”—Dad’s Reply Is Perfect

"My ‘friend’ said, ‘Come on, of all people, you should get why someone would want to abort a cleft baby.’ That shocked me. Why would he think that?"

During a Kitchen Dance Party, Foster Mom Hears Heartfelt Words: ‘I Miss My Other Daddy’

"I felt the tug on my sleeve and looked down to find him standing motionless. His mouth was moving but I couldn’t make out his words. His quiet body in the noisy room caught me off guard. I bent down to find his voice."