I was born without a thyroid, in 1978 thyroid panels weren’t part of routine bloodwork for newborns so mine wasn’t caught until I started having issues at 4 months old. The doctors told my parents that because of the delay in getting treatment started I wasn’t going to have a “normal” life. I’m about to turn 45 and I couldn’t ask for a better life. I have my dream career, beautiful wife, a great house and awesome friends. Yes I’ve had my challenges, I had a bit of a learning curve in school, my heart took a hit with the development issues so I’ve had 6 heart surgeries. Sometimes I deal with horrible pain when my levels get off. I’ve always had to work a bit harder than most to stay in shape because the synthroid just isn’t the same as what the thyroid does. My parents refused to listen to the doctors when they said there was little hope. They always guided me and supported me, they always supported me in my dreams. I’m certainly glad they did! Josh seems like a kid that won’t let challenges hold him back and you and your family seem a lot like my parents were….
I teared up quite a few times when Joshua was opening his gifts. His family and friends clearly love him so. My Mom used to say to be spoiled was being extra loved, and Joshua deserves it. Happy Birthday Joshua!!!! - Genea
Your house is so spacious. Are the siblings protective of him? I hope as they grow older, the other siblings continue to include Joshua and invite him over.
Happy 22nd Birthday Josh. You really brought tears to my eye. You are such a happy and greatful person. Heather, you and your husband deserve all the huge hugs from Josh. You made his life wonderful.
So much fun watching Joshua’s 22nd birthday party. Love everyone’s enthusiasm and love for him. Thank you for sharing in a special family birthday party. Go Joshua and happy 22nd birthday❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤
This video made my day. Thank you Bells for making your kids feel safe and loved. They can be confident that they will continue to be loved forever. I hate hearing about foster kids aging out and tossed into the world without guidance. Happy Birthday Josh!!
Happy 22nd birthday, Josh! I wish you all the very best on this special day. May you be blessed today, tomorrow, and in the upcoming days to come. May you have a wonderful birthday and many more to come.
You're amazing parents. Goes to show that 'blood isn't thicker than water' and so, family are people you take into your hearts, no matter where they come from.
It is so nice to watch your son get reasonable and thoughtful birthday gifts. I was also pleased to see how thankfull he was to get his gifts. He walked over and hugged the person who gave him a gift. So refreshing to see
Also, it's you, Heather and your husband. When parents help and encourage their children and get the help they need, children will always find success in whatever they pursue, Happy birthday Josh 🎂 🥳 🎉 have a great day mate 👌🇦🇺
This video makes me smile for so many reasons. The fact that you all and Josh said no to those doctors and defeated the odds. I love how much love is shown by everyone in the video for Josh. I love your family so much and have been watching for a long time now. I feel like part of your family. I live in northern Michigan too. Can we send Josh a gift?
This made me so happy to watch, you have such amazing kids and family. Great parents, wow. I'm so happy for all your kids, they have a wonderful life because of you and your hubby!
So many people write people with disabilities off in life and it is a TRUE travesty when they do that! It is SO AMAZING the things we can learn from those with a disability; like HUMBALENESS, LOVE, HOW TO LET GO AND LIVE, GENUINE HAPPINESS, APPRECIATION, etc. I can go on and on. I personally have felt blessed when I come around someone with a disability and see them shine (smile) it is so uplifting to me to know they are truly happy. That means HOME is LOVING and APPRECIATING, etc. All the things that Josh has are because of your love, your husband's love, and his sibling's love. YOU ALL have accomplished SO MUCH for those kids it is TRULY amazing! Josh smiles because he knows you all love him. You all are amazing! We need more people like you to help kids to know love and what a REAL home is like! Thank you for doing this for them!
Heather your family is so full of love and fun. I’ve just had my first baby and you’ve inspired me to make my home an open, loving place for all kids to come in future ❤
And don't you worry about his future. He is so lovable, he will find a good lady that loves him and will form a family with him if that is what he wants.
Such a sweet and wholesome birthday!!! Ty for inviting us!!! The genuine excitement and appreciation for his gifts made me smile so big!!! Such a positive boy!!!!
I absolutely cried!! He is such a sweet young man and. Beat all odds!!! God is good and you and your husband have done such a great job raising him!!!😭😭😭😭😭🧡🥰💚💙💜🥰💛💚Happy Birthday Josh!!🥰🥰🥰
My 18 year old daughter needs to meet Josh. Two peas in a pod. I thank God every day that he put her in our lives. Tougher and stronger than us by far. I totally got what you were saying in the beginning of the video!
He is so sweetI love how he put everything nicely.. say thank you . A person that is happy to receive lunchables or candy as gift is my kind of human 😀
My son has autism I was told when he entered high school he wouldn’t be able to graduate with his class and he would be in school till the age of 22 and wouldn’t be able to go to college or live on his own and so on. I left the school heart broken but then I said the hell with them my so will experience everything just like the other kids in school it may take more work but we will do it. And sure enough he graduated on time w his class and w his welding certificate and went to prom got his license a job at 16 w HEB who he still works for he’s now 25. A disability or a disease doesn’t mean they can’t have goal and dreams a life they may have to work harder they may always need help but it can be done. My son does live me still but he does want his own place as well but keep his room with us lol. He says his future apartment will be for when he’s tired of us he can go to relax but he will be back. And that’s ok too. He just went threw a hard break with a girl who isn’t autistic and he’s taking it hard. But we just keep telling him it’s ok no need to rush someone is out there to except him for himself. I’m proud of all he’s accomplished. We got him the extra help and he had some great teachers and friends to helped as well. Josh is going to be ok he has a great support system you all show it everyday how much you love him. Happy Birthday kid 🎉❤
I have 2 boys with special needs and we praise everything they accomplish and just love and find such joy in their sweet personalities. Loved this birthday video, your family is precious!❤
Such a joy to watch and such a personal motivation for me today. A day of struggling again with 2 small foster boys who test me to my limit. Keep on loving and working and all will be well ❤
Just a suggestion for the next kids birthday when they want to bowl, you can call and reserve a few spots for the birthday child..Same as anywhere else like red lobster you can call ahead and reserve tables so you all can be together..
Joshua is soooo Happy its his Birthday Happy 22 Birthday Birthday awww brotherly love Gidden made breafesast for his brother aww i always want brother i got blessee with two sister know more😢 Love u Joshua Happy Birthday have a blasted many more to come❤
I loved watching this. I watched it with my 3 year old daughter who sang happy birthday right along. Your family is so beautiful and loving to each other and it fills my heart with such joy. I am so glad I discovered your channel. Mrs. Bell your smile is so warm it makes me smile and breaks my heart because you remind me of my Mom who passed in September 2022.
Happy Birthday Josh! He is such a wonderful young man with a zest for life. We can all learn from his happiness and joy. I wish him many more wonderful years! 🎂🎉
I love how grateful all your kids are but man Joshy puts a whole new love and happiness in to the meaning he such a sweety pie and I love his bigger the life smile he is so loved and it just shows even in the little things you all are just amazing.. ❤❤❤
P.s. such a great guy loves his lunch able so so much he's so grateful and he loved his drill amazing memories thanks 4 being so good to ur children and what u do 4 them amazing parents 😇😇😇👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻
I've been patiently waiting for Josh's birthday video. Lol What a GREAT day you guys all made for him!! I absolutely love how close you all are and how you all support each other. It's amazing that everyone makes time for birthday lunches and everything. I also LOVE how sweet everyone is with Joshua. I know I say this all of the time, but you are such a beautiful family! Now, moving on to Gideon and then Izzy! 🥳🥳
🎉🎂Happy 22nd Birthday Joshua🎂🎉& many more , he's just a happy go lucky young handsome man free hearted & amazing spirit God made it possible for him to get the most out of life has to offer , God's love is what kept him going along with the whole family love too. May God continues on blessing you all 🙏💜🙏🌹
Look what can be done for a child in a house full of love .
Amen❤
Yesss❤
❤AMEN 😊
I was born without a thyroid, in 1978 thyroid panels weren’t part of routine bloodwork for newborns so mine wasn’t caught until I started having issues at 4 months old. The doctors told my parents that because of the delay in getting treatment started I wasn’t going to have a “normal” life. I’m about to turn 45 and I couldn’t ask for a better life. I have my dream career, beautiful wife, a great house and awesome friends. Yes I’ve had my challenges, I had a bit of a learning curve in school, my heart took a hit with the development issues so I’ve had 6 heart surgeries. Sometimes I deal with horrible pain when my levels get off. I’ve always had to work a bit harder than most to stay in shape because the synthroid just isn’t the same as what the thyroid does.
My parents refused to listen to the doctors when they said there was little hope. They always guided me and supported me, they always supported me in my dreams. I’m certainly glad they did! Josh seems like a kid that won’t let challenges hold him back and you and your family seem a lot like my parents were….
I teared up quite a few times when Joshua was opening his gifts. His family and friends clearly love him so. My Mom used to say to be spoiled was being extra loved, and Joshua deserves it. Happy Birthday Joshua!!!!
- Genea
With a mother, father and family like you guys, that's why Josh is who he is. You're all amazing! Happy birthday Josh!!
I love Josh’s giggle and that he gives his momma a hug
Your house is so spacious. Are the siblings protective of him? I hope as they grow older, the other siblings continue to include Joshua and invite him over.
I absolutely love this family. You and your husband have shown so.much love to these children. God Bless you all.
The way y’all make EVERY present a big deal for him. I love it! You can really feel GENUINE love here. ❤
the joy on joshs face made my WHOLE ENTIRE DAY after watching this. HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOSH!!! thank you and your family for making my day.
We just never give up on our kids…Josh is a perfect example why. ♥️
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOSH!!! I can't stop smiling!!! His soul just radiates pure love and joy!!
Happy 22nd Birthday Josh. You really brought tears to my eye. You are such a happy and greatful person. Heather, you and your husband deserve all the huge hugs from Josh. You made his life wonderful.
I could use a hug ❤
Happy birthday, Josh!! Just love how all the kids are there for one another. Great job Heather and Luke.🧡
So much fun watching Joshua’s 22nd birthday party. Love everyone’s enthusiasm and love for him. Thank you for sharing in a special family birthday party. Go Joshua and happy 22nd birthday❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤
This video made my day. Thank you Bells for making your kids feel safe and loved. They can be confident that they will continue to be loved forever. I hate hearing about foster kids aging out and tossed into the world without guidance. Happy Birthday Josh!!
I love the way he moved in for a hug while you were singing.❤❤❤
He is such an overcomer!! What a loving family for him to be in. He is a blessing to all of you.
Happy 22nd birthday, Josh! I wish you all the very best on this special day. May you be blessed today, tomorrow, and in the upcoming days to come. May you have a wonderful birthday and many more to come.
You're amazing parents. Goes to show that 'blood isn't thicker than water' and so, family are people you take into your hearts, no matter where they come from.
That's so cool, as a adult those are very good gifts. I get socks and coffee and tshirts . Awesome saves me 100 bucks lol
It is so nice to watch your son get reasonable and thoughtful birthday gifts. I was also pleased to see how thankfull he was to get his gifts. He walked over and hugged the person who gave him a gift. So refreshing to see
Happy Birthday Josh! His smile is contagious! 🎉
Josh is having a great day!!! Looks so happy:)
Also, it's you, Heather and your husband. When parents help and encourage their children and get the help they need, children will always find success in whatever they pursue, Happy birthday Josh 🎂 🥳 🎉 have a great day mate 👌🇦🇺
Happy birthday Josh!!! And you were right Izzy’s hair did look good. The party looked like so much fun!!!!
Happy birthday Josh! Thank you for sharing this, I smiled the whole video. What a wonderful family you have.
This video makes me smile for so many reasons. The fact that you all and Josh said no to those doctors and defeated the odds. I love how much love is shown by everyone in the video for Josh. I love your family so much and have been watching for a long time now. I feel like part of your family. I live in northern Michigan too. Can we send Josh a gift?
This is how a loving family does birthdays. Not for views. All the family surrounding Josh on his birthday just warms my heart.
Happy birthday Josh 🎁
This is very nice. Bless you for taking care of your family Heather ❤
This made me so happy to watch, you have such amazing kids and family. Great parents, wow. I'm so happy for all your kids, they have a wonderful life because of you and your hubby!
So many people write people with disabilities off in life and it is a TRUE travesty when they do that! It is SO AMAZING the things we can learn from those with a disability; like HUMBALENESS, LOVE, HOW TO LET GO AND LIVE, GENUINE HAPPINESS, APPRECIATION, etc. I can go on and on. I personally have felt blessed when I come around someone with a disability and see them shine (smile) it is so uplifting to me to know they are truly happy. That means HOME is LOVING and APPRECIATING, etc.
All the things that Josh has are because of your love, your husband's love, and his sibling's love. YOU ALL have accomplished SO MUCH for those kids it is TRULY amazing! Josh smiles because he knows you all love him. You all are amazing! We need more people like you to help kids to know love and what a REAL home is like! Thank you for doing this for them!
Heather your family is so full of love and fun. I’ve just had my first baby and you’ve inspired me to make my home an open, loving place for all kids to come in future ❤
And don't you worry about his future. He is so lovable, he will find a good lady that loves him and will form a family with him if that is what he wants.
Oh Rockstar way to go!!! Such an amazing and sweet family!! Happy Birthday Josh!!! Love always Kelli
Happy happy birthday Josh! Hope you had a great day with lots of fun and tons of SWEETS!
Happy Birthday Josh!🥳
You are truly an amazing young man and radiate the purest love and light from within. God Bless.🙏
Such a sweet and wholesome birthday!!! Ty for inviting us!!! The genuine excitement and appreciation for his gifts made me smile so big!!! Such a positive boy!!!!
We are all so proud of Joshua and happy birthday to him🎉 have a blessed day to the bells family
I absolutely cried!! He is such a sweet young man and. Beat all odds!!! God is good and you and your husband have done such a great job raising him!!!😭😭😭😭😭🧡🥰💚💙💜🥰💛💚Happy Birthday Josh!!🥰🥰🥰
Happy Birthday Josh this kid is amazing loved his big smile the entire day !!!! Mom you did a great job at making his birthday extra special
Such a bless event.
Happy Birthday Joshua!
This video made me so happy!😊
Maligayang Kaarawan Josh! We see God's grace in your life.. God bless you, you sweet and beautuful soul🎈🎈🎈
My 18 year old daughter needs to meet Josh. Two peas in a pod. I thank God every day that he put her in our lives. Tougher and stronger than us by far. I totally got what you were saying in the beginning of the video!
What a wonderful young man ! Happy birthday JOSH 🎉 what a great day of celebration 🎈
happy birthday josh! i’m turning 22 in march 😇 hope he had the best day, such a sweet guy who deserves the world.
Happy Birthday Josh, looks like your having a great time. X
Happy b-lated bday JOSH!!🎉🎉❤❤❤JOSH YOU ARE HEAVEN SENT!!❤❤❤❤
Pure joy & happiness. This made me smile the whole time. Happy Birthday Joshua!!!
Happy Birthday Josh. You are a blessing to all of us!
He is so sweetI love how he put everything nicely.. say thank you .
A person that is happy to receive lunchables or candy as gift is my kind of human 😀
This was the best birthday I’ve seen!! Love it!❤
My son has autism I was told when he entered high school he wouldn’t be able to graduate with his class and he would be in school till the age of 22 and wouldn’t be able to go to college or live on his own and so on. I left the school heart broken but then I said the hell with them my so will experience everything just like the other kids in school it may take more work but we will do it. And sure enough he graduated on time w his class and w his welding certificate and went to prom got his license a job at 16 w HEB who he still works for he’s now 25. A disability or a disease doesn’t mean they can’t have goal and dreams a life they may have to work harder they may always need help but it can be done. My son does live me still but he does want his own place as well but keep his room with us lol. He says his future apartment will be for when he’s tired of us he can go to relax but he will be back. And that’s ok too. He just went threw a hard break with a girl who isn’t autistic and he’s taking it hard. But we just keep telling him it’s ok no need to rush someone is out there to except him for himself. I’m proud of all he’s accomplished. We got him the extra help and he had some great teachers and friends to helped as well. Josh is going to be ok he has a great support system you all show it everyday how much you love him. Happy Birthday kid 🎉❤
I love the calm in your family.
What a wonderful birthday!!! Mom is a Angel on Earth! I adopted 2 boys & had 2 boys❤❤❤
Awesome video Just The Bells 10! Happy Happy Birthday Joshua! What a heartwarming look at YOUR day Josh! Makes my heart full for you ❤❤❤
Happy birthday Josh and can't believe your 22 years old and wish you a great day with your family and can't wait to see the new vlog.🥳🎊🎉🎂
He makes me soooo happy.😊❤ Happy Birthday sweetness!!!!
Happy Birthday, Josh, you're an amazing young man. And you have amazing parents.❤❤❤
Happy 22nd birthday Josh 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁
I just turned 22, I love watching your videos! You’re the mom I want to be 🥰 please pray my husband and I get to become parents soon!🤍🤍🤍
I have 2 boys with special needs and we praise everything they accomplish and just love and find such joy in their sweet personalities. Loved this birthday video, your family is precious!❤
This was a joy to watch. Such a beautiful family. Loved the fun and banter.❤. Happy birthday to Josh.
Such a joy to watch and such a personal motivation for me today. A day of struggling again with 2 small foster boys who test me to my limit. Keep on loving and working and all will be well ❤
HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎉 🎂 JOSH!!! GLAD YOU HAD AN AWESOME DAY!!! ❤ ❤ ❤
Just a suggestion for the next kids birthday when they want to bowl, you can call and reserve a few spots for the birthday child..Same as anywhere else like red lobster you can call ahead and reserve tables so you all can be together..
Josh is grateful for life which is nice to see from anyone. I kniw this video was a while back but Happy Birthday, Josh.
Happy birthday Josh and Mom your amazing the power of love is so beautiful and amazing ❤
How adorable Joshy is Happy Birthday 👍🎉🥳
Joshua is soooo Happy its his Birthday Happy 22 Birthday Birthday awww brotherly love Gidden made breafesast for his brother aww i always want brother i got blessee with two sister know more😢 Love u Joshua Happy Birthday have a blasted many more to come❤
So very polite❤ all your young adult children are ❤ and they thank you ❤ and pls❤ more than I can say about a certain family 😢
I loved watching this. I watched it with my 3 year old daughter who sang happy birthday right along. Your family is so beautiful and loving to each other and it fills my heart with such joy. I am so glad I discovered your channel. Mrs. Bell your smile is so warm it makes me smile and breaks my heart because you remind me of my Mom who passed in September 2022.
My son has Dravet syndrome . He is non verbal. I took what the doctors say with a grain of salt. He is a extra special gift from God. Blessing Joshua.
Happy birthday Josh you are a very special young man
Happy Birthday Josh! He is such a wonderful young man with a zest for life. We can all learn from his happiness and joy. I wish him many more wonderful years! 🎂🎉
I'm crying. Josh is so wonderful and loving and thanks to you he's grown up knowing what family is. He deserves the world. You all do xx
And happy birthday Josh! Xx
Happy 22nd birthday Joshua 🎉 I enjoyed watching your celebration!
Happy 22nd Birthday Joshua from New Zealand.
Happy 22nd Birthday Josh! God Bless you!
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The way you live your kids is so beautiful.
I love how grateful all your kids are but man Joshy puts a whole new love and happiness in to the meaning he such a sweety pie and I love his bigger the life smile he is so loved and it just shows even in the little things you all are just amazing.. ❤❤❤
Happy 😊 birthday Joshua. have a blessed day .
Josh is absolutely the sweetest, I just adore him so much❤
P.s. such a great guy loves his lunch able so so much he's so grateful and he loved his drill amazing memories thanks 4 being so good to ur children and what u do 4 them amazing parents 😇😇😇👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻
Thanks 😇😇😇
This family is so full of love for each other. I absolutely love watching this family.God has truly blessed you all.
Happy Sweet Birthday Josh!!! 22, Awesome!!! Best Wishes!!! From Lancaster, PA.
Happy 22nd birthday Joshua. You are awesome and being so much joy to watch. Such a good person. Hope you had lots of fun❤🎉❤🎉
I could not love this more. Happy birthday Josh!!!
Happy Birthday Joshua! Greetings from the Philippines. 🇵🇭
I love that your son filled the wood stove and made him breakfast! So nice! Happy Birthday, Josh. I'm glad you shared him with us.
Aww this is soo sweet! Josh's happiness is contagious!!! Loved your birthday video also, Noah's gift was amazing
I've been patiently waiting for Josh's birthday video. Lol What a GREAT day you guys all made for him!! I absolutely love how close you all are and how you all support each other. It's amazing that everyone makes time for birthday lunches and everything. I also LOVE how sweet everyone is with Joshua. I know I say this all of the time, but you are such a beautiful family!
Now, moving on to Gideon and then Izzy! 🥳🥳
He’s such a cutie pie. Happy birthday Josh! I love how sweet your kids are to each other on their birthdays.
Happy birthday Josh. What a beautiful family. I love watching your videos. Your such amazing parents.
I'm new to your channel and I can't express how much I love you and your wonderful family!!! Great personalities and so funny!!! ❤
🎉🎂Happy 22nd Birthday Joshua🎂🎉& many more , he's just a happy go lucky young handsome man free hearted & amazing spirit God made it possible for him to get the most out of life has to offer , God's love is what kept him going along with the whole family love too. May God continues on blessing you all 🙏💜🙏🌹
So awesome, so glad everyone joins in you all are incredable
Oh how I love him! His pure joy had me smiling the whole time. ❤❤
Such a appreciative family. !!!
And again he's so lovely n loving ❤️ Heather and luke you are fantastic parents ❤️ x Happy birthday Joshua Bell xx
Happ birthday Josh! Love your smile! Love your family too...