Emerson Rosa wanted to surprise his wife after buying a new car. Ever since the 32-year-old Brazilian started dating Kerileine Fernanda (33), they have dreamed of owning their own vehicle.
Kylie’s pregnancy (as her family calls her) seemed like the ideal time to realize her dream.
The accident happened last May. Emerson documented the moment he surprised his partner.
In the video, she leaves the house with a helmet in hand. “Hey, where is our motorcycle?” she asked her husband.
Then he handed her a key.Carey quickly realized this is a car key and ran to a car parked next to her.
“This is our first car,” she said excitedly as she opened the door.
The video went viral, racking up millions of views and garnering thousands of comments from excited people congratulating them.
“Watching that video now is very painful,” Emerson said in another TikTok post a year later.
“A lot of people watch that video and move on to the next one (from another profile on TikTok). They don’t see our current reality,” he said.
The couple’s daughter, Ivy, has cerebral palsy. Now 11 months old, Babies barely move, lie in bed all day, and rely on appliances to survive.
His condition was caused by a She suffered brain damage from complications while hospitalized for a urinary tract infection.
“The doctors said during the examination that the brain damage was so severe that it was almost irreversible. They just ruled out brain death because he had some minor movements. And there was no prediction of any improvement,” Emerson explained.
Times have been tough for the girl’s parents, who, with the help of their carers, are doing everything they can to provide the best for Ivy.
But the positive reviews about the gift of the car keep coming. In May, a year since the videos went viral, their numbers multiplied.
that moment, Ivy is in serious condition in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)one of many incomes that became routine during his short life.
“All comments are based on the greatest joy of that moment, not our lives. It’s really hard to read these comments and understand what we’re going through today.’” Emerson said on TikTok.
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Ivey’s arrival was unplanned but well timed, the couple said, Because they are in good financial shape.
Carey is a salesman. Emerson sang in bars and nightclubs in the West Santa Barbara area, which is in the interior of the state. sao paulowhere they live.
They said they were overjoyed when they got the news of their pregnancy. The couple made videos on the internet, but the posts didn’t get many views.
During this period, the two were living in a good financial stage and began to talk frequently about their desire to buy a car.
“Kerry knew I was already looking for a vehicle, but I didn’t say so when I was able to close the deal,” Emerson said.
Surprise video hits more than 10 million views on TikTok alone Within a few days; currently accumulatively over 12.5 million. And that doesn’t include success on other platforms.
They even took part in a TV show to talk about the moment.
The couple decided to use their online popularity to invest more in video production, and since then, They shared various everyday situations.
What’s wrong with Ivy?
Ivy’s parents said so The baby didn’t develop health problems until he was two months old.
She needed to be admitted to hospital for a urinary tract infection at the time, but it didn’t appear to be serious. But the outlook has deteriorated.
Parents certify that he had 3 cardiopulmonary arrests in approximately 40 days and, On one occasion, she suffered a brain injury that nearly killed her and left her with severe sequelae.
To take care of their daughter with cerebral palsy, the couple had to completely change their lives.
She stopped working and he left the stage to work as a driver. Apply for the car they bought last year.
“I started traveling on the app because the hours were more flexible so I could care for Ivy more conveniently,” Emerson explained.
Ivey gets all the medical care she needs at home, paid for by her health plan.
Their parents also depend on close relatives for financial support.
“We pay for his health plan, and as a driver, I struggle to get basic food and rent. For other expenses, such as medicine and other household bills, we get help from relatives,” the father explained.
“We even run sweepstakes to raise money,” Kerry added.
married life today
The couple is still active on social media.. In it, they talk about their daughter’s story and even make some money — a small amount, they say — from the videos they post on TikTok.
They claim they don’t regret sharing the surprise video last year.
But when other profiles on the social network re-shared the publication, they were reminded of that joyful moment, which made them sad. Inevitably accompanied by new congratulations of those who do not know the difficulties what they are currently facing.
“It still hurts, anything that reminds you of what happened before it all happened, before she got sick. It’s horrible to see the comments on car videos. “Emerson said he was primarily responsible for sharing the video of the family on social media.
Kerry said he took the positive feedback and they still get a little better.
“I can’t give in, I need to face it And understand to be strong and take care of her now. But of course it hurts, it hurts,” he said.
Amid the difficulties, the couple hugged each other, hoping to get some treatment to help their daughter recover.
“The doctor said his injury was almost irreversible. Some treatments are currently being developed with little chance of success but may open up some possibilities for the future, such as stem cell therapy. said Emerson.
These treatments for cases of cerebral palsy like girls are still being researched.
To alleviate these problems, the couple tried to lighten the burdens of everyday life. One way is to celebrate your daughter’s “birthday month.”
The theme of the last celebration was The series “Chaves” (broadly known in Brazil from the Mexican show “El Chavo del 8”), in which Ivy wears costumes.
They say it’s a way to relax, even if your daughter doesn’t respond to stimulation.
Carey said while in the intensive care unit, she and her husband Learning to cope with a new phase of lifedespite many delicate moments.
“I was going out today and saw some kids playing in the street. It hurt, you know? I thought: will I go through something like this with my daughter one day?