My Uncle Joe Featured Documentary the REAL STORY like Forrest Gump living, breathing, and dreaming
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- Опубликовано: 16 сен 2024
- My Uncle Joe is the inspiring, resilient story of Joe Rogers. This featured Documentary is a REAL and TRUE STORY as if Forrest Gump, living, breathing, and dreaming. Joe Rogers - My Uncle Joe - plays the blues. And he lived it, spending half his time in an institution for people labeled "mentally retarded." But Joe left the institution, resolved and resilient and lives his full life in the community that had rejected him. In this Featured Documentary film profile, Joe's nephew, filmmaker Bill Rogers (W. C. Rogers) amplifies Joe's voice and magnifies his image so that no one will dismiss Joe Rogers again. In the process of the film, Joe returns to Fernald State School and the Templeton Colony. He shows staff there just how far he has come. He finds his way through the complicated world we all find ourselves in, choosing not only what he wants in his life, but how he wants it. Cheryl Chisolm calls Joe and the film "Unforgettable." A choice for the select MacArthur Foundation Video Library and nominated for an Emmy and the recipient of a Blue Ribbon at the American Film & Video Festival and Outstanding Video at the New England Film & Video Festival.
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and a profile of the institution where Joe lived, Fernald State School • Front Wards, Back Ward...
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Asks Uncle Joe....” will I be on television”...you betcha. You’ll be on RUclips on every tablet across the world forever!
That's a beautiful thing. And testimony to the power of this thing to let us be part of Joe and his musical sense of the world. Thanks Joann!
@@Coruway Very Beautiful For You To Reach Back To "The Profetic Forever" Statement. I Love You @Coruway Film Institute 💖🤗
PROPHETIC!!!!!!!!!
I love when someone tries to take his drink, and he says, im not done!!! That's me all day, love you Joe
YUP! Uncle Joe ROCKS!!
What a guy !! So glad he got out of the institution ...Amazing guy
Music...a gift that my aunt had as well. I used to go visit her at Fernald as did my mother as a child. She was a Fernald "resident" at the age of 4y from 1924 - 1975, the first born of 4. I became her legal guardian in 1989. Her life ended at the age of 95y on July 10th after living in a beautiful group home in Norwell MA. Her harmonica was her lifeline. She taught me so much. Now we watch over her best friend and roommate of 41 years. Just had a fun band play for her day program in Hingham, MA to celebrate what would have been her 96th birthday on 8/8. Thank you for sharing Uncle Joe. Can't believe I just saw it. Such a beautiful story about a very smart man with an amazing talent gone too soon!
Wow! What a story, Elayne. I would have loved to have heard your Aunt play her harmonica.
I have a recording on my Facebook page. I just can't find the source to copy it from there to anywhere else. There is more to her story. Please send the best way to communicate via email.
You can find me at my .org ~ coruway at gee mail dot com. You can also find my email on our RUclips channel site.
Elayne, what a kind person you are. My utmost respect,
oh wow 95 years old thats pretty cool, was she any good at harmonica? what did she play? id love to hear some samples if you have any recorded of her playing
How could you not love Joe??? What a beautiful soul! As I worked in the health field for many years, I have become acquainted with some mental health patients (mostly those who probably had nowhere to go after Danvers State Hospital closed). It made me sad to know that some of them were institutionalized for some or all of their life. When they were placed in these facilities, the families actually felt that they were doing the best thing at the time, but so many of the patients did not have the therapy that they do know, and many of them lived lonely and unfulfilled lives. It is so wonderful to see people like Joe that survived it all and is now living as a productive member of society....which is something he seems to take pride in! When he is in the company of others, Joe has a special way of making people slow down and we learn from him to remember the little things in life that are most important! God Bless you Joe.....I have enjoyed listening to your stories!
Maria G iii
What a beautiful human being, this one got to me at a very deep level....So many people suffered in those places for so long.... God will take care of him, I hope that people that suffer here in this cruel greed filled world somehow are taken care of in the next life and have a much easier time with lots of love the next time around, so sad....
These are truly the documentaries we can all gain so much from. In these times where many are interested in nothing but self and there are more than enough programs to feed into that, we need to be seeing more of these types of programs. They take you away from yourself and you want to cheer him on, cheer on the Joe’s in the world, put yourself last. God bless the Joe’s in the world and all of those who love them and care for them daily.
Glad that Joe speaks to you. His spirit shines. Thank you!
Joe is MINIMALLY deficient.....he is functioning better than most millennials I know 😂. He seems like a sweet soul.
Thankyou Mr Joe Roger's for sharing your life story with all of us from around the world...I am from Australia...May I say what a Beautiful gift you have to have such a Beautiful voice and the ability to play the piano like you do..and also to have such a beautiful voice too.Most people like myself can only DREAM about having the gifts you have been born with you are vert lucky to be you yourself Joe Roger's.
What a lovely Story this is to watch your life story on my computer Joe...I have not been lucky enough to be a famous person like you Joe..with this story all about you starring YOU..and people all around the world having the chance to be part of your life watching you and your story.
I would like to mention what a Beautiful family you have had and what a wonderful Mother and Father you have had too..and every member of your family loving you so much.
I thankyou for sharing your Movie with us all from all around the world Joe..and want to tell you that you are now FAMOUS Mr Joe Roger's !
I would like to wish you Love, Happiness..and Blessings Joe.
I have a uncle joe I'm from Massachusetts and I am in the process of interviewing him this story hits very close to home no pun intended ! my uncle is schizophrenic and was at many Massachusetts institutions including Belchertown, Northampton and bridgewater. great story !
Lou Rock I have an Uncle Jo from Ma. who Is a psychologist I also live in Ma. I grew up on the Cape
i really , really like joe. theres somethin so endearing about him
Absolutely Outstanding! Do not miss this incredible documentary!!
omg I love his singing voice!!!
thank you so much for posting this! not only was he an excellent musician but he had a wonderful and kind spirit we need more people like Joe! God bless him and R.I.P
TheHumanity! Sadly, you have missed the point of this film.
TheHumanity! Well we certainly don't need more people like you. Your ignorant.
jeffrey griffin Joe needs like a very calm and gentle person… Really nice guy… I wish I could’ve met him because I think he made the world a bit more bright and happy
What a beautiful soul❤️
Gob bless Joe and his family. Joe has made me see how true hearted people are.
He's got more common sense-walking around sense- than most people. I'm not surprised that he works everyday,either.
So true x
What a wonderful person
This man made me smile!
Marshal Jim Duncan A terrific family. LOVE... THAT IS THE KEY.
Meee too
@@samuelparker9882 that is such an actual FACT!! 💙🤣
Agreed! Joe is an absolute Sweetheart!! And what a Great Family!
This is one of the most precious things I have ever seen in my 66 years. God is so wonderful to let him TRULY live in love. I will cherish and share this all that I can.
lorizline What an inspiration to get your words. Thank you!
@@Coruway very welcome..,, just the truth Ruth 😁
@@Coruway I see u all have been on UT for YRS.. I'LL HAVE TO WATCH MORE ✌️
So if ur god is so wonderful for letting Joe live in love- how horrible is ur god 4 allowing innocent children 2 die of starvation- diseases- murder- rape- molestation- oh I forget- ur god has a reason 4 everything- “he has a plan” & only some people get gods love & others live a “hellish” life. Ur thinking is barbaric- picking & choosing who gets 2 live & die- suffer & enjoy-ur god sounds completely f*cked up & makes u sound like an idiot 2 believe in such nonsense. So many sheep out there. The good thing is many people also believe in imaginary beings , so u fit right in
This was the best !! Heart warming , understanding, full of Love!!! Need more stuff like this made!!!
Wonderful to hear your comment. Thank you and please tell your friends.
I am an adult sibling of a brother like Joe. This story mimics the life of my brother who passed away from complications of Covid at age 72, I am 73. This brings me to tears. My brother & my family has suffered a lifetime of pain. My brother’s pain is over but my other brother who is his twin & myself his sister will forever be affected by the lifetime of emotional suffering.
Brings me to tears without knowing what you went through specifically. This deep human connection we have with those we so deeply live goes so deep. Thank you and wish you some comfort through your grief. Joe would have sent his love to you, too. In a way he was with his spirit.
This is why I love documentaries, excellent!
I love documentaries, too. Thank you for the comment!
I think he was a cool cat
YES. True cool.
He was a true inspiration to everybody and he already in it seems like he shows everybody and what he did and what he was and how he was musically inclined but never ever take no for an answer he was a true inspiration to everybody and he always in it seems like he shows everybody and what he did and what he was and how he was music green Klein that never ever take no for an answer and I came across this film by accident and I'm very happy that I came into the viewing it because it made my day a lot better thank you
A beautiful document of an extraordinary life. Thank you for this.
Glad I stumbled upon this what a beautiful story What a Beautiful Soul ol' Joe! 👊👊👍👍😁😁😁
What a beautiful soul, I wish we all had a piece of uncle Jo in Us. Xx
An Angel on earth. Thank you so much for sharing your family story. It is very important and informative for all people. I just loved it.
Thank you, Susan! Joe is a gem, with such a story that he continues to teach.
I so enjoyed getting to know Joe through you. I worked in a sheltered workshop for many years. I prepared our folks for independence. Both residential and vocationally.
You cannot assess someone strictly by a diagnosis. Everyone has there own abilities, strengths and unique talents. My Clients taught me so much. It was an honor to have worked for them.
I agree that abilities are there, we just have to learn how to look and hear. Thanks, Fran.
I just noticed something - when Joe is at Sears, someone mentions him getting an early birthday present. The date is shown as July 22, so that'd mean his birthday (July 13) was 356 days away. That's a really early present.
Great, astute comment. Knowing me I assigned a date to the Sears scene that was wrong. That’d be my first guess. Second guess is… I got nothing else except to appreciate your reading of the film.
A beautiful Story...
Thank you, jo jo
Extremely competent and kind. We all have that 'cool' uncle. Uncle Joe is obviously that uncle.
"Like it or not, I will judge you based on how you treat the least powerful person around you."
Tim Minchin
Thank you for sharing Joe with us.
God Bless Uncle Joe!
Every person has worth. Every person needs to be allowed to live their own life.
Beautiful documentary of Uncle Joe.
So sad that “we” created institutions for Joe and many defined as like him. What a huge loss that “we” did not see his great value. And then the shift so that WE can see him for his true and deep value. Thank you for your comments.
To the young man who made this for and about "his uncle Joe" beautifully done! the way you love is special thank you for sharing this story
My friends and I went exploring in the templeton establishment and its so surreal seeing people in the kitchen and everything and life as opposed to yesterday when things were left behind and all that remained were the memories of the past.
There is no such thing as ‘normal’. Joe was so engaging, and had such a wonderfully positive outlook on life. He lived through so much and came out of his terrible past without bitterness. I’m glad that he was able to live his own life in the end, and that he had such loving brothers.
Thanks, Anna. It was a privilege to see Joe become a valued member of the community where he lived and to see Joe became the great individual released; formerly stifled and locked up in his young years. Thank you!
Beautiful film, tears in my eyes.
What a nice man! His parents were wonderful who was looking at his best interests at heart. It was ignorance of society that believed people with DD needed to be protected or they were a burden , a threat to themselves, people and society. There are many like Joe who have a kind and soul. They touch people hearts not hurt anyone. My foster mother taught me and their 3 other children to treat people that have a DD with respect, kindness and dignity. I grew up with a learning disability and ADHD plus mild Asperger Syndrome. I believe that I am no better or any less than people with DD. I have different struggles but everyone does. God bless you Joe! Keep up the good work.
I loved this! He was beautiful! & I loved the story he told of his first date. RIP uncle joe
I love uncle Joe such a genuine soul bless him and his beautiful singing voice as a Massachusetts resident myself I can tell Joe loved coffee milk it's a new England staple. he wouldnt let his disability define him very inspirational
What a beautiful man. Such a spirit ! I'll bet he's in heaven smiling down at all of us watching.
Thanks for making me smile Joe. And thank you to his loving family for sharing his story.
❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦☕️☕️
Thanks for sharing Uncle Joe with us! What a wonderful gentleman! Thoroughly enjoyed this documentary!
He seems fine. His language is great an his conversation fine. I wonder why he ever was institutionalized
I thoroughly enjoyed this documentary about this gentleman, Joe Rogers. i'm glad he was able to enjoy his life among family and strangers alike. my brother (severe cerebral palsy) was not able to communicate verbally, but he was able to enjoy life among those he loved as he was with us until his end (2/2011, 47 yrs). Great Documentary!
Thank you, Maria, and for the gift of telling of your brother.
I loved Sears a lot. This brings back great memories .
Thank you so much, Bob!
Beautiful voice
What a lovely person. He really is musically talented.
Bill you sure do know how to tell a story. I think I would have liked to hang out with your uncle. Nice Volkswagen by the way.
+Shane Chick Went to the moon (270,000 miles) in that VW convertible. Good number of those miles with Uncle Joe as seen i the images. And was working on getting back from the moon when I sold it with about 300,000 miles.
Joe loved a good story and was a good story!
That VW went to the moon - 270,000 miles. When I sold it is was on its way back.
Many of those miles with Joe.
Awesome person and what a kind kindred spirit is JOE
Yes, I was very lucky to have had great time with Joe. He led with his imagination.
@@Coruway This just popped up on my computer, geez 6 years ago wow what a happy sad story:) :(
I wish you could have met him, Albert. He was a gem.
@@Coruway I would have forever been blessed by him:) i love people who are different like me:))))))
Wonderful story, thank you for sharing it. RIP, Joe.
Why ?? He died ? Aaww
What an injustice done to Joe. Happy he’s out and living his best life now. God Bless you Joe!
So glad you got to know Joe. And yes on how glad we are of the end of the injustice done to him and so many others.
I actually work at the Facility in Templeton. It is now called the Templeton Community Services
So happy to have met you, Joe ❤ 11/21/2020
Sweet sweet...intelligent guy..god bless you joe xxxx
I am so sad to hear Joe has passed away..After I had left a comment for him.
I will leave my comment there for the family and for Joe who is in heaven and "Still Famous"
Stella Orvad . These drivers should be more careful and stop for pedestrians.He did not deserve to die like this.
Bless you always and everyone else who's dealing with daily society's problems .
I loved, LOVED this story!
He is seriously so cute. The way he goes about things he is so innocent and unknowing.
So glad someone thought to document this wonderful soul.
how awesome for honouring his life too often disabled persons get treated as less. Joe got his FAMOUS :)
Beautiful. Joseph is a deep file who had much to share and teach.
too bad he didn't cut an album back then. would've bought it
Joe was more coherent and smarter than half the idiots walking around freely in society. There was no reason to institutionalize this sweet man.
WOW - Absolutely eye opening Well Done Joe God Bless YOU Sir!!!!!
Love Uncle Joe
Beautiful beautiful story what a very wise man and his music at the end was lovely thanks for sharing
What a sweet, sweet man. You were done a disservice Joe, but back years ago, parents did what they thought they were supposed to do by listening to educators, doctors, etc.
Ohhhhhh joe....you can sing and play the electric piano...you are ammmmaaazzzzzing xxxxxxxxx
joe is actally quite good at singing dirty delta blues and playing keyboards, did he eer perform? he should have, he sound, damn good, he sounds like a typical delta blues lounge singer, i like it ;-) joe seem like an awesome person, he was perfect and beautful, different, not damaged
He did perform, invited by bands as a guest artist. One time I saw him at the House of Blues - absolutely knocked me over with the power of his voice. And I knew he was good. Like any great artist when they let their gift shine it's crystal even in front of those who know. I agree, not damaged goods, but great talent.
Oh man! That's awesome! Holy shit I wish I could have seen him! Wow! Amazing
Yes :-) you said it, amen to that!
Thanks for sharing that is really awesome?,
Take care
Cheers
He's awesome. Feel bad he had a tough life with all those places he had to live.
liz trainer So true, Liz. So glad that we got to hear him and and see and know his struggles and triumphs.
Great story.....love that guy!
I absolutely adore him. 😍😍What a kind, warm, loving, soul. Anyone who knows him is so privileged. As a mother I can fully understand why his mother was so protective, any good mother would be. I can also see how that could effect him negatively, but based on what I just watched his mother created the kindest, most loveable man ever. No one is perfect, but apparently her choices did good in the long run. It's highly possible he learned a lot by being on his on and having to fend without her protecting his every move, even if it was one of the hardest things I think a mother would have to choose to do. I find this video one of the best inspiring things I've came across just simply because your uncle's heart stays in a good place. He is simple and genuinely cares about others. You don't meet hardly any "normal" people who truly looks at you in a good light and treats you with only love and care, simply because they see the world differently and probably just unknowingly assumes everyone is just as nice and caring as they are. I know I sure did when I was a child before I was made aware and learned differently by the evil i started to pick up on in life. I hope this man makes it too 1000 and we gain more people as genuine as him. 💓💓
There is absolutely nothing wrong with Joe,he could have been a positive part of society
I've watched this before, but it has been awhile. What a sweet, adorable man....you are all so blessed to have had him, and he as equally blessed to have you! Joe....I hope you do live to be a 104.....that will be one heck of a party!
Thank you so much, Maria. We'll all be at that party!
His parents were 100% wrong🤔 Joe has a shape memory, I like him. Joe is a normal human being too me👌
I agree. Great tragedy that Joe and so many others were shut away. So glad we had Joe and his abilities and do wish we could have had more time with Joe.
I have to agree. His parents weren't much.
Bill, I love this documentary and have watched it multiple times. It is clear that Joe's parents loved him very much. I have questions and observations:. You narrated that Helen Rodgers, your grandma, had a stroke in 1976 from which she never fully recovered. Did she die in 1976 as well? The reason I ask is because if Joe left Templeton Colony in 1978 a two year period from his mother's assumed death in 1976 to 1978 would make perfect sense as it would take him time for him to transition from a sheltered environment to an apartment of his own in the community. Also, did he talk a little about coming home for "vacation time" from the 28 years he was at Fernald/Templeton? I saw the home videos and one of his brothers said he would see him from "time to time," but any specifics or was it not really discussed? I studied Disability Studies and know that at some institutions the during the summer or winter months they would allow the residents time to visit their families if they had families that did care for them. Anyway I think one of the factors he was institutionalized was that his mother thought that since he couldn't go to school, couldn't find on a job, had trouble from anxiety with his first date, and had reservations about marriage to a "handicap girl," she may have thought 'well what can he do, if he can't function without anxiety on a normal, harmless date, what is there for him?' and his brother Dave admits this around 7:00. So basically, Joe was primarily institutionalized because he was disabled cognitively and very shy. Of course,what person isn't shy around the opposite sex at least for a time at 13-14 years. I am physically disabled and shy around women who are potential dates so if I wasn't born in the 80's Joe's fate would've been mine. Joe was truly meek and not resentful, and I could tell in his eyes after "If I Didn't Care" that he loved entertaining people and making them happy. He was a great entertainer and a sweet man. Forgiveness and love in terrible circumstances is Divine and he had them in spades.
What a great note, John. I will respond more thoroughly to your perceptive observations.
Thanks! I'll enjoy reading your "extra" tidbits like a extra section in a great movie from a great documentary.
I lost my dad and it makes me sad when I think of him and I sware it's some day going to get better then I watch a man who has lost his so long ago and its proof. It doesn't.
Having lost my dad it doesn’t ever go away but, for me, and what I’ve heard from many others too, the pain and grief does change. It’s like the color of our days. Some are black or red top to bottom. Hard to get through too to bottom. But then moments of light and color. And through a long time of days we see that the shade if not the color of the day - maybe just one - has changed. My dad is with me right now and it is a loving part of this view out this back yard where I write. And the love and grief makes me better. Maybe just for a moment. Then through the months and years the colors change. Just for me. So sorry to hear of your pain and though I have these reflections your path is unique.
Thankyou Uncle Joe! I forgot I haven't filed my taxes yet! Rip good man
Eva, your comments brought tears to my eyes. As I was there when Joe inspired by pushing my face into the muck of mismanagement by showing his competency and, more importantly, his spirit to shine. Yes RIP, my fine Uncle. Thanks, Eva!
Your welcome Bill! I'm so sorry you lost him in 2005 but seems like he lives in you every day and he taught you some great values in life. I wish everyone had a little bit of Uncle Joe in them. sending you love from Tennessee.:)
I will post a video in a few days from our summer journey to see the total eclipse in your great state: Sweetwater, TN! If you're subscribed to the channel and you hit the bell you'll get a ding when the video is available.
Absolutely that would be great!
@24:17
"I don't like tan that well"
*camera pans down to show him wearing almost entirely tan clothes*
Absolutely hilarious. Pure gold.
Speaking as someone with ASD; Joe would likely be considered on the spectrum these days. Given early diagnosis and individualized education, who knows what he could have done. He does not seem mentally retarded. His singing voice/playing is so captivating and interesting; I want to hear more! Wish he could have developed his talent, but he must have taught himself all he did know already; impressive. Basically this institutionalization is what may have happened to me decades ago.
Sadly about a year after this Joe was hit and killed by a car while crossing a cross walk may he rest in peace
Oh shit that’s horrible, what a terrible loss, this was a decent and good man, pretty talented too !
Had Uncle Joe been born 20 years later his life would have been so much better. Because the sigma of being different has changed so much. He would have most likely just worked along side of his parents in the store. It was interesting that he was able to live alone with some help in the end of his life. This is a awesome documentary , it would make a great movie. I am still curious if he ever had a diagnosis, & why his eyes were never corrected ?
People were frequently still put into institutions in the 70s and even early 80s..yes they were closing then, but still plenty remained open , no, he likely would have ended up in one at some point, I’m just glad he was able to get out and get with loving family, and not in one of those group homes
👍👍GREAT JOB! this was great!
Jojo Bradley than you JoJo. Joe was a wonderful spirit. Spirit still with us.
This documentary was beautiful
Wonderful documentary and man, I just love these kind of stories about everyday people. He clearly had some type of genetic condition, I'm probably bit of a nerd (but definitely no doctor) so made me wonder if he might have had something like Cornelia de lange or Hunter syndrome as example, just from his features.
I feel sad at the 'prognosis' the mean things the doctors wrote about uncle Joe. I am not a doctor but I would like to say if I were them I would have written: "Joe shows creativity and is talented in music. He shows real skill as a musician and is better then most peers his same age with music. He can play the piano. He strives for independence and shows exuberance at attaining independance and that will serve him well. He is capable of living independently and, is capable of working. In fact he is good at finding these jobs on his own and is a good self advocate. All in all the prognosis is good, and we should be hopeful for his future as an active member of our community."
Reminds me of Carl on "Slingblade".....Kept waiting on him to ask for a biscuit with mustard or some fried taters.
This guy is. Kind and endearing, talented, yes, slow, but he still has smarts/ intelligent,...Karl was not, he was more odd and strange, but made a great dark story.
Unfortunately he didn’t have a happy ending. But he died free.
Oh gosh I could listen to him play all day!
Joe was so loved by his family, horrible to think of what must have been so very hard for his mum, dad & brothers too when making the decision & Joe left family life as he knew it. Joe must have felt so bewildered. Heartbreaking.
Nowadays (in Scotland anyway) .. Joes mum would have more help available, an option of going to daycare. A day center for kids or adults where they'd be looked after, helped with care & love, special needs would be met. 💔
Joe's got his shit straighter than i do.
I’m with you!
Someone needs to produce "The Shoelaces that Never Break"
We thought of naming this documentary that! But what a long subtitle. Great Idea!
@@Coruway On a serious note, I love this documentary and have probably watched it 100+ times now. I was never in Fernald/Templeton, but was trapped in other ways during my younger life due to my autism. Joe's an inspirational guy for anyone who has ever spent their entire life striving to prove all the "experts" wrong who tried to convince us we could never live independently or among the rest of society.
Your comment is beautiful even as it is hard. So glad you haver proven all those who said you "could not" with the reality of who you are. You inspire me!
The one characteristic uncle joe possesses that supposedly normal people have is "no judgment"
I know I keep on commenting, but every time I watch this I notice something new. Did the guy Joe is talking to at 27:50 get the last pair of grass green pants? They look to be the color he was requesting.
Also, his school report said he had no strengths, but he demonstrates quite a few. He has a strong recall of names and dates, a very impressive memory for detail, obvious musical talent, and what I'd consider an above average ability to define unknown words through context.
Finally, is that a Mister Donut cup Joe is holding as he walks into the house for the family reunion? I miss that place greatly. They were far better than Dunkin Donuts. The only Mister Donut still open in the USA is in western Illinois, a short drive away from the St Louis airport. I'm hoping to somehow get the money to go out there before that location closes too.
Great observations. I know Joe would have been a fan of Mister Donut, but I don't remember if we stopped there or the now ubiquitous Dunkin' Donuts. Gunnar Dybwad, who had been a key figure working with President Kennedy's administration and its work on human rights and disability, grabbed my hand after a screening and said, "That section at Sears, where Joe says what he wants, we've been working on people understanding that notion for fifty years."
AAANNDDDDD !!! HE KNEW "THE SKY IS CRYING" A SONG THAT IS STILL POPULAR TO THIS DAY !!!! I WISH I HAD HIM AS AN UNCLE.
i smiled and cried.
"inferior in appearance"?!!!! why on earth would it ever be necessary to comment on someone's physical appearance in a MENTAL assessment?? that is beyond comprehension and tells me exactly who of the two (assessor and assessee) is actually mentally challenged... umm, that would be the former!!!
I could not agree more! What an arrogant moron to say that about someone's physical appearance. I doubt the assessor was an Austin Mahone lookalike!
yes thought that was weird. I wonder if they tried to get more patients for govt grants etc and so overplayed 'unusual' traits or even made them up.
Were they referring to his height? Rediculus. Looked like the other male family members.
I remember seeing this documentary on New years eve...in portsmouth nh