What a Wonderful World

A priceless moment between a young boy and his grandfather has left people from all across the globe wiping tears away from their eyes.

Footage of grandfather Dave Totillo performing a beautiful rendition of the Louis Armstrong classic ‘What a Wonderful World’ for his grandson Joseph on his birthday has gone viral recently and it’s not hard to tell why.

The video shows Mr Totillo sitting on an outdoor chair at then five-year-old Joseph’s birthday party, with his beautiful grandson sitting on his lap and soaking in the love being expressed through every word.

Young Joseph, who has Down Syndrome, is described as having a magnetic personality and clings to his grandfather Dave who takes him everywhere.

“He is a treasure to our family,” said the grandfather when asked about Joseph.

“It just felt like the perfect song. I have been singing to him since he was an infant.”

The strength of their intergenerational connection is instantly evident, particularly when Dave sings the words ‘I love you’ and Joseph responds by lovingly placing his head on his grandfather’s chest.

I miss my own grandson, Liam, so very much.