Brooke Ellison's Commencement Address at Harvard (June, 2000)

just watch this movie on life time had me so weak and sad. in one to know someone without full strength have reach so far in life and not giving up God bless that mom that never give up and the teachers and school that accepted Brooke her story is so powerful 😢😢😢😢😢😢tears and 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

just watch this movie on life time had me so weak and sad. in one to know someone without full strength have reach so far in life and not giving up God bless that mom that never give up and the teachers and school that accepted Brooke her story is so powerful 😢😢😢😢😢😢tears and 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

just watch this movie on life time had me so weak and sad. in one to know someone without full strength have reach so far in life and not giving up God bless that mom that never give up and the teachers and school that accepted Brooke her story is so powerful 😢😢😢😢😢😢tears and 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

just watch this movie on life time had me so weak and sad. in one to know someone without full strength have reach so far in life and not giving up God bless that mom that never give up and the teachers and school that accepted Brooke her story is so powerful 😢😢😢😢😢😢tears and 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

just watch this movie on life time had me so weak and sad. in one to know someone without full strength have reach so far in life and not giving up God bless that mom that never give up and the teachers and school that accepted Brooke her story is so powerful

just watch this movie on life time had me so weak and sad. in one to know someone without full strength have reach so far in life and not giving up God bless that mom that never give up and the teachers and school that accepted Brooke her story is so powerful

just watch this movie on life time had me so weak and sad. in one to know someone without full strength have reach so far in life and not giving up God bless that mom that never give up and the teachers and school that accepted Brooke her story is so powerful

WoW just Wow!

Is that Conan O'Brien at 5:-02??

Excellents mothers and father, excellent family! You are an example of a woman, of will, determination, persistence.

God bless her I love others who show that despite your predicament, you'll still soar

Whilst everything has already been eloquently stated by others I personally believe that it is meritorious to add more recent time encoded messages in order to let Brooke and Rich know that folks are still watching, and are still being inspired by Brooke & her mother's stories. Yes, her mother too - whose dedication is of the very highest order. I watch the movie on their lives every year or so as it is such a source of inspiration. Sadly I am not U.S.A. based otherwise I'm sure that I'd make an effort to try and meet one or both of them as I stand in awe of their achievements.

Very inspirational. Huge spirit.

Mother's are truely God's gift to Earth...im one myself so i know what a mother would do for her child or children....im soo touched by this story...just goes to show that anything is possible.Amen.

You are the amazing women and you inspiration for all the people.

it must be hell on earth knowing that everyone else is doing things on there own instead brooke is stuck in a wheel chair

I see Brooke as an inspiration to this world. She is an amazing person and so is her mother who has always been there for her. God bless her family. Her story has touched my heart and I truly believe that she is a wonderful and beautiful person. Her mother is amazing too for being there for her daughter. 💞.

You and your mother are very inspirational

A million congrats& hearts to you...wonderful story..you always believed in yourself& had a loving family behind you..truly blessed

Who ever gets to go to college with their mother by their side and EVEN MORE, what mother gets to spend that time with their child? Brooke's story is amazing. Her mother, is such an incredible woman, her dedication and commitment to her daughter is rare.

So unlike the movie, her voice never lost the "Scratchiness"?

I'm awestruck not only by Brooke but by her mother. To be so unselfish and giving is what I think most mothers strive for. What a spectacular role model she is for motherhood. She heard her calling and she answered. ♥ Love to this beautiful family.

Your mother is a saint right here on earth...such a horrible accident ..so sad that one split sec decision can change so many lives .
So many can learn from this story about life love and not running out onto the street

Now this is family...this is a mom

just came from her movie and i had no idea they quoted her speech! her story was so inspirational<3

Brooke my name is Virginia Ellison and I just finished watching your life story, It touched my heart strings and made me cry. You and your mother are both remarkable women. Not very many mothers would do that for her children. It takes a special mother to do that. I'm not sure if you noticed but you were and I may be related.

I just watched the movie about her life. They should of ended the film with this speech 💭 Very inspirational ❤️

I only wish she had committed more on the good her father had done. Working paying all the bills and raising her brother and sister at home without his wife.

😭😭 Mother's true love ... It brought me tears watching .. if she did made it .. then we all can... Strong girl! Salute to your mother!

The father worked hard alot too,at least she should mentioned him.

What an eloquent, refined, intelligent, lucid, humble, caring young woman. She deserves this recognition and her mother too. Bless their hearts.

Your truly an amazing young woman Brooke & your family, your parents have sacrificed alot to follow your dreams & aspirations. Bless u & your family 🙏🏾❤

To the 20 people that disliked this video: Please seek help from a trusted mental health professional thank you.

Una chica increible con una familia increible. Felicidades¡!¡

what a beautiful woman.

Brooke's mom should have been given an honorary degree. Something in the humanities category. Perhaps an honorary degree in the care field.

Brooke's story serves as a powerful inspiration for those who may feel inclined to give up due to their circumstances. Her mother's exceptional kindness and unwavering support are truly rare qualities. We express our heartfelt gratitude to Brooke's mother for never giving up on her daughter, as Brooke has become a beacon of inspiration for us all. Her challenging circumstances provide a compelling reason to persevere and never lose hope, regardless of the challenges we may face.

Endearing and Inspiring movie

Brooke was a beacon of light for so many. She will be deeply missed.

Rest in Peace Brooke❤

Rest now Brooke Ellison💔. It was a great honour to meet you as our graduate assistant during our MPA studies in 2004. I learnt so much from engaging with you and mum, Jean. Thank you for your sacrifice to stem science research and other research that plays a critical role in how people with disabilities are treated. Thank you Jean for whom you have been to Brooke the past 34 years especially and her 45 years in general. What an absolute incredible mum. My thoughts and prayers with you Jean and Edward and Brooke's siblings Kysten and Reed. Fare thee well Brooke.💝

Rest in eternal peace Brooke Ellison

May your beautiful soul is now in heaven and angels watch over you 💔

This is what beauty looks like

Immensa madre e stra immensa figlia . Una famiglia straordinaria

Love & Believing. THAT nothing is impossible for GOD...is. what gave this family ...VICTORY. .over all the evil they had to have to do with...& what you have instead on this channel...will not give. you victory ...bc its demonic...

Hats to all her family..i wonder if she couldn't find s caretaker to take over some times..so the mom can take care of herself???.because to be brutally honest as a mom i couldn't do it wth 3 kids my husband too!!i would need help for someone go step in.

Such a wonderful person who had gone through so much! She was such a wonderful woman RIP to her 😢 she is never forgotten ♥️

What a stunning person!!! ❤

Thank you for everything Brooke