Grandson surprises grandma by publishing children’s book she wrote decades ago

Barbara Rieco's grandson gave her a life-changing gift, helping publish the children’s book she wrote back in 1972. After a video of her reaction was posted on social media, the book became a bestseller on Amazon. NBC News’ Kate Snow has more on the gift that made dreams come true.

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[jsc]

Such a wonderful thing to do for his grandmother. Now thats a gift from the heart

[commandoslayer]

I hope a lot of children read it and enjoy it. 📖

[TJSaw]

You know what? I miss my grandmother after watching this. The bond between grandparents and their grandchildren is just something else. There are no words for it.

[mollycblaeser]

I'm definitely buying a copy! As someone trying to publish her own manuscript, I will always support my fellow first time authors! Congratulations!

[TangledUpInBlue]

This is so heartwarming. Congratulations, grandma, nice going, young man. Thanks, Kate Snow. You certainly find the most endearing stories.

[MargaretMargaretMargaret]

I hope her book wins an award! Sometimes our dreams need help by other's to come true. ✨️

[MrsGator]

“Feels like I’ve done something important in my life now”. No ma’am. The most important thing you’ve done was raised great humans that raised a great human. Your legacy is your beautiful family.

[citisoccer]

He gave her a legacy beyond himself. Kinda all any of us can ask for in this life.

[GGutium]

Her legacy lives through her grandson's deed forever 🙌

[sheriwitkowski]

Oh I LOVE that grandson! I am crying so hard for Barbara... tears of joy!! I gotta order the bbok now!! Thank both of you so much💞

[kathleenmckenna]

Should be more teachers out there to promote writing and publishing books. I have started writing two books and never finished them due to not believing I could write a decent book and not having enough info on how to actually write a decent book. Great story!

[voodooladyink]

How very, very sweet. My great grandmother is 102 years old, and wants nothing more than to tell her story. My mother, my sister, and I, have been collecting her stories and writing them down, without her knowledge, to surprise her with a compilation. She just doesn't want our family to forget. We won't let them! Hats off to the guy making his grandma feel like a million bucks, she deserves it!! All good grandmas do... take care of your grandparents! Without them, you quite literally wouldn't exist. And many of them put more love into you than anyone else!

[violetvillard]

Congratulations Grandma!!

I'm also aspiring writer of preteen books, like Nancy Drew, and have 3 written on a flashdrive (thumbdrive). But since Aug 2013 when I had my massive stroke (at 35, now 46) I haven't been writing much anymore. This story is inspirational to me & reminds me to never give up on my dream. 📚

[vegataxkc]

I'm not crying...Yes I am... Love love love this story of love!

[lightyagami]

2:05 you did something important before this. It was having such a kind hearted family to carry on your legacy ❤

[ShineOnBenevolentSun]

I hope Dolly Parton sees this. I think she would appreciate the message and the medium.😊

[_HMCB_]

It’s never too late. This story is such an inspiration ❤

[evereadyc]

Don’t let the mothers of liberty get a hold of that. They’re gonna try to cancel it on some BS. Good job Grandma.

[DayanaBennett]

What a testimony about paying attention to the wants and needs of our loved ones and making their dreams come true!

[artross]

Wonderful! That is terrific! What a wonderful thing done by your grandson. We thank him for taking the manuscript and turning it into a dream