Couple grieves, heals together after horrific rock climbing accident
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- Опубліковано 19 січ 2023
- Kaylene Baker and Josh Baker spent the day climbing in Big Timber, Montana, on June 30, 2018. During their final climb of the day, a boulder came loose and struck Kaylene. After a remarkable rescue and months of intense recovery and rehab, she survived. This is the story of how she and Josh keep moving forward.
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I know she is in treatment, but I really hope Josh is in therapy too. Not to diagnose someone on the internet, but he reminds me of my husband who is my caretaker. It seems like he has a lot of guilt attached to what happened to her. My heart goes out for both of them. For us this happened 6 years into our marriage, we are now 18 yrs in and better than ever because we got the help we needed.
I agree. He's carrying alot of guilt. The trauma for him seeing that & then trying to get down to help her.
Are you okay? What happened to you, but yes honestly
I feel like our society just expects people with injuries like hers to be all sunshine and positivity, and I think it's great that she let us see her struggles. I wish them all the very best.
I feel the same way. I am so impressed with her honesty. She made herself vulnerable sharing her true feelings that many of us are afraid to admit. So inspiring and a good example for others. That the negative feelings that come with recovery are common and you don't have to hold them in, it's OK to admit your not OK.
Not all over the world. In Germany we are often as honest as this couple is in this video :)
Agreed! Of course, I'm glad to see people in not so great situations thrive and show others that the world isn't over, but it's so important show how MOST people deal with situations like this. It's hard, I wish these 2 the best moving forward❤️
I disagree… society expects people with disabilities to lay down and die. That’s why stories about overcoming adversities are so awe inspiring.
I literally came here to say the exact same thing.
Good for her, for saying that when people say that their accidents were blessings, they're full of it. Exactly. She's a smart, realistic person. She's the blessing.
Maybe a way to sugar coat the reality? A much different situation: I got diagnosed with Cancer 17 years ago. People said I got it for a reason. Seriously? WTF kind of comment is that?!
Everyone has their own reality and opinion. Each point of view is valid.
I’m a rock climber and Was paralyzed 2 years ago from an unrelated accident. It took me a year and a half to try climbing again and I remember how scary it was. Im now about to compete in para-climbing nationals. You’re doing great Kasey. I hope you get to continue climbing and find your love for it again.
Wow! Your story sounds so inspirational as well. I wish you the best in your rock climbing event!!
Way to go!!! God bless you 🙏🏻❤🙏🏻
I love these inspirational stories
Bless you❤️
God Bless You for never giving up on yourself. How, if i may ask, did you face your fear? I'm not paralyzed, but do have Bipolar Disorder and two autoimmune diseases that has changed my courage level at times. What could you say to a person with issues psychologically that would help me face my fears? I'm 58 and don't want to let fear stop the rest of my life. And having mental issues is a disability like physical limitations. I would really appreciate any advice you may have used for your own life that got you to where you are now.
I'm sincerely happy for the opportunity you had to go to the Para Olympic games. Good job! 👍 👏👏 It's quite an honor to be accepted into those games.
God Bless You. 🙏 🙆♀️⛪️🌷🌻
I am so happy for you and your amazing.
Her attitude after such an accident is amazing. She is amazing...
What a beautiful human. I can see why he loves her, but he is such a wonderful supportive husband.
Yes!!! I 2nd everything @Jujubees711 said!!! 💜
I thought the same. I'm teary eyed watching this young couple. As a mother and grandmother, I feel so proud of them, even though I've not met them. May they have the best life filled with healing, love and more babies!
So true, unfortunately many peoples partners leave them or cheat on them after tragedy. They seem to love each other very much.
@@sunshinewildfire7087 I agree with everything except the "more babies" comment.
My son fell 40 feet. The Masai rescued him. So grateful.
i love how they always check in on each other... "how are you doing," "are you okay with that," "how are you feeling right now,"
it really shows how much they love each other, and how connected they are about each others emotions
@manguy: Yes! As climbing partners they learned the lingo of leading and of belaying each other, of checking in, and of providing new sights/insights from the different height perspectives! This interconnection was probably present before they took up their pre-accident sport, was reinforced by time on the rocks, and has carried over other areas of their life.
Partnership and Parenthood!!
It sure makes me realize how much we all take for granted, best wishes for this brave couple
Their honesty about their emotions is really great! It’s hard processing new realities. Ptsd is no joke and they both clearly have it. I hope they both see good counselors for themselves and together so that they continue talking through every phase of this journey. You can see them both being brave for one another and sometimes you need a professional to help you navigate not being brave.
I only broke my leg from a fall, and that certainly causes ptsd. I can’t imagine what they have experienced. What a great couple. I hope they continue to do so well. Life can be so unfair, but we just need to push forward and appreciate what we still can do.
Couldn't agree more
Really well said Aubrey
I love that this piece was not narrated like so many TV magazine-style pieces are. It allows you to really stay close with this couple. Very moving and very real.
Couldn’t imagine the guilt he feels even though it wasn’t intentional. I hope this couple can grow stronger together from this and heal.
I know you don’t mean anything by this comment, but I really dislike seeing people mention the “guilt” someone must feel after an accident.
I could be wrong, but I didn’t hear either one of them mention his guilt or lack there of.
Either way, he clearly has nothing to feel guilty of. And so we shouldn’t even mention it.
@@Yes_Anastasia It's in our nature as humans to feel guilt. They may not have mentioned it in this video, but you can bet it's there. Even though you didn't like hearing it--and maybe it shouldn't be mentioned, but Crystal was just stating an honest fact.
@@dragonfly9209 he could be reading these comments. I’m just saying; if I were in his position, I wouldn’t want to read a comment about my “guilt”.
If he had mentioned feeling guilty, that might be a different story. But I didn’t hear him say anything about it.
@@Yes_AnastasiaShe mentioned “guilt” about holding him back. Guilt is a normal human emotion and thought. I pray they are both in therapy, individually and couples.
She has "resentment towards the area"?!!! WTH! She needed to be told rock climbing is a risky and dangerous thing to do?!!!🤷♀️🤦♀️
I love her honesty about her feelings! God bless you both and your adorable baby too! May you continue to grow together!
Agree.
As someone who was active and became chronically ill, essentially losing an entire life, its always rather frustrating when people are not honest about how much it sucks and the sadness and guilt you feel.
I know they’re 2 entirely different situations but it’s refreshing to just hear someone be honest and real.
I wish the best for the both of them. I hope they live long happy lives and eventually things can get much easier for her and him.
I came to say the same thing. Most times we don’t hear the full honesty. She truly is amazing and I am sorry for everything she has been through and will yet go through.
One of my doctors, a very experienced outdoorsman, worked with Search and Rescue, had a similar thing happen to him. He was on the trail and a boulder came loose, knocked him off the trail and he fell 500 feet down. He did not live. It was a sad thing, he was a lovely man.
I love the fact she is honest. Yea, I would rather have all my parts too. She's doing what she has to to get back to life, it will be different but I think she will get it done.
Having truama and resentment and bitter feelings is natural, she has lost so much and yet she is a fighter! That she is even fighting the bitterness also is a testiment to who she is to the core! I have been a rock climber most of my life and for 31 years lived in the alps and we have lost family from falling rocks, landslides and falls. We have a certain valley we adore going to every spring and the danger season to season is that even those climbs become factured, fishered and some vegitated. I adore trekking, hiking, climbing and I do admit that for those places where we lost family, we have never gone back! There is a bitterness I can't explain.
Sweet girl , you didn't just survive.
You are THRIVING! 👏 👏 👏
Best of Blessings to you both! ♥ ♥
I feel like some serous healing still needs to happen for these two. Pray that it does.
This is probably the most underrated comment on here. I think you are 💯 right about that.
Exactly what I was feeling and thinking about them both, may the Lord helped them.
Of course they have healing to do. Anyone who suffers a traumatic accident such as this, will need time. And time may never be enough. I think her honesty is amazing. So many people aren’t as candid about their experience as her.
I was thinking, " I hope these 2 have had, and are continuing counseling"
It is the genuine honesty that reveals that they are still reliving the accident and still processing the limits they have, not just in daily routines but the adventurous life they shared. I appreciate she does not pretend to accept the limits. Seemingly in a small state of denial. Not setting unrealistic goals but focusing on the task at hand.. Their honesty, what they feel individually, for the other and as a family unit gives me little doubt that they will put it in the past, live in the present and look forward to the future. This couple share a true picture of what is faced in the lives of survivors. Thank You for not sugarcoating. Making yourself vulnerable, showing the importance of not keeping true feelings to yourself is so beneficial to others. God Speed
Aww Roren is adorable 🥲 Wishing this couple a lot of healing 🙏🏾❤️
He's very brave to show those raw emotions the way he does
Climbers remember, it is not IF you have an accident, but When you have an accident.
We all know it, and try to stay safe.
I really respect this couple and especially her.
It took me two years to get back on the rocks after a fall.
This is love and triumph over disaster.
Hope you survive. I dont get climbing etc....
I was an avid climber and one day while out just hiking, I made a stupid bouldering move where I shouldn't have and the rock broke, I fell part way down somehow stopping myself at the edge of an 85 ft cliff. Had to hike out with a stone bruise on the ball of my foot and sprained ankle not believing I did not die.
I PRAY FOR A HEDGE OF PROTECTION AROUND YOU & AROUND ALL HIKETS', CLIMBERS', MANY PRAYERSNLUV WWG1WGA AND HAPPY, BLESSED NEW YEAR'S TO ALL 👼👼✝️✝️❤️🔥❤️🔥🙏🙏🕊️🕊️🌹🌹💝💝👑👑🥰🥰
Safety should always be at the forefront of any of our activities. Climbing is definitely dangerous. I've only done indoor climbing but there's still a risk. Everyone be safe out there. Have fun but be safe! 🧗♀️
@@kellymcginnis8631 Up is easy, down is hard. I'm sure you know that most accidents happen on the hike down with stage 4 bouldering. I am so sorry to hear that about your fall.
I had a pretty brutal fall after barn dooring. I was lucky overall.
My 2nd husband was a professional guide and Mountaineer. I am so grateful to have had so many amazing climbs and summits.
Our daughter moved to Colorado to manage a gym and climb. Honestly I never knew people did those things regularly. I am in my 60's and didn't start climbing until 36.
So those days are over now. 😭
But I Loved almost every minute of the hiking, climbing, and skiing. I am still snowboarding though. These recent Ca. storms made serious powder in Truckee. I still got it😁
Watching her try to climb up on rocks again is so inspiring and amazing. I really want the best for this couple. I hope they’re able to love on each other forever.
His comment that he can only focus on today otherwise the grief is overwhelming. Good advice for everyone.
This was so hard to watch yet powerful. I'm glad he stayed and decided to heal together.
You’re glad he stayed? What? You think he’s gonna leave her?!!
@@NZ28188nobody says he should but your not aware of men if you think men stay when women get sick. It’s very common for men to leave women when they become sick or disabled. Stop acting shocked and come to reality where people aren’t moral
What an amazing story of resilience and endurance. The ability of this couple to adjust and refocus their lives in a positive way, what fantastic role models they are for their beautiful little boy.
It's beautiful how much love they have for each other.
I appreciate how she is honest and acknowledged that she ISN'T glad this happened so she could gain some great wisdom. She doesn't feel like she needed this particular life lesson to prove she was strong.
I bet there are plenty of people who wrestle with guilt for not being able to see the grand lesson in some horrible tragedy.
This was a real tear jerker. I think a lot of us with chronic conditions where we have pain and cannot do what we used to do have similar feelings. I really relate to her comment about how some people who have been in an accident say that they wouldn’t change a thing. She said that’s BS. More power to them, but I agree with her. I am glad that she and her husband are living their lives pretty well.
I was thankful to hear her say that also; hard to relate when people are so brave they say they wouldn't go back & avoid life-altering trauma, even especially for the sake of what it does to their loved ones and the people supporting them.
Yes it’s how I feel, I’m also a type 1 diabetic. I’m glad to see she is not letting fear hold her back
@cindyoconnell: Very well said! People can look up the case of John Thompson, who some decades ago suffered a traumatic bilateral amputation of his arms when they were snatched up by the family grain auger PTO. His road of recovery and reconciliation had been long, steep, low, rough and emotional. The physical body may heal hundreds of times more rabidly and resolutely than the mind or spirit… Yet John Thompson yet lives and strives. “Thriving from adversity” or whatever terms is overrated and probably not a healthy and always attainable goal.
As climbers and farmers both know, not every pitch or season sees abundance. There are slips, missteps, loss of balance and not enough chalk for sweaty hands…There are peaks and valleys, droughts and floods, insects and hail….
Onward Anyway!! Up the Wall. Out to the Field.
Wow, you are a good writer-very poetic! I will look up that case-sounds tragic!
What a beautiful and real woman. I pray she’s finding her happiness and peace.
I deeply appreciate their honesty about the weight and the persistence of grief.
I used to rock climb - total beginner. I went camping and climbing with a group much more experienced, and I opted out of the big climb, but stayed to watch, take pictures, and cheer on. One of my friends (free climbing) fell 45 feet onto his back. On rocks. His first words when he could speak were...I can't feel anything. He meant he didn't feel broken bones or severe pain, but we all thought he was paralyzed. He had to be carried, then driven to the hospital, but ended up being okay. Cuts, bruises, and continued climbing. I gave my climbing gear to him, and started kayaking and fishing that summer instead. Never climbed since. This lady here is a ROCKSTAR.
She has such strength & a great attitude. Such a beautiful family. God bless them.
My heart goes out to Kaylene. I wish her all the best.
I appreciate her honesty about her situation.
No matter what happens in her life, it is a MIRACLE that she survived.
I hope that she can use that to accomplish many things in her lifetime.
So touching…seeing Josh look at you and check in, right before you were to climb. He SEES you. 💚💚💚
Both of these individuals are special and extremely strong people. I hope the rest of your lives together is filled with wonderful moments from here on out, you’ve been through your darkest times together so you can only go up from here.
You’re truly an inspiration! I’m sorry about your accident. You’ve got this. Prayers.
I love how honest she is about her accident and how she doesn't have the fake feelings about it!
I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant student right now. The resilience of people and helping them recover/ function in their daily lives is what inspires me to go into this field. This couple is an incredible example of that resilience and I wish them all the best in their life together! I hope they are both able to continue to process their grief & trauma.
You really have no choice but to seek the bright side in these situations. You don’t know how much strength you have until it’s your only option.
We all take so much for granted in our life …
My heart bursts for them
Sending love … ❤️
Seeing the couple get closer and closer through out the video is so beautiful. This is what marriage is you navigate life together as a team through sickness and in health. May God continue to bless them ❤
I'm SOOOO terribly sorry this happened to you, but you are SOOOO inspirational and I'm so glad I came upon this video. December 17th of last year I was in a terrible car crash and I ended up with a broken back and concussion. I am still in my back brace and it looks just like the one you had on. I have what they call a burst fracture to my L1 vertebra. It basically looks like someone took a hammer and just smashed it. Bone fragments went flying in every direction. Bc of this, most people end up paralyzed from the waist down, so I'm am so blessed to still have the use of my legs. I am in terrible pain, but I try to be thankful to be able to feel that pain bc it could so easily have been taken away. I still end up feeling depressed and sorry for myself bc I'm unable to work and things have been so hard. So I'm so humbled and thankful to have came upon your story. It helps to put things in perspective that my injury is nothing compared to yours, and you are so strong and inspiring!! I wish you all the best!! 💕
Thank you for your comment. As someone with debilitating back pain, I've never considered that I might not be able to feel anything at all. I am grateful for a fresh perspective.
The smile on her face after raising herself on that wall using her prosthetic arm 🦾, getting to the top - ringing the bell 🔔 …wishing her many more moments like that❤
And OMG, congrats on your sweet, smiley & oh so cute baby boy!❤
The fact that this couple wants to try is very impressive! I love how her husband puts her hair in a ponytail shows how much he loves her! It’s the little things that is very powerful…thanks for sharing your experience. Proud of you both!
Wow! She’s a walking miracle. What a beautiful family.
Yes! The degree of those injuries was shocking! Truly a walking miracle. 💝🙏✝️
It's surreal seeing people you know on a video like this. Their story and testimony is incredible and inspiring. I'm glad many more get to see it!
It's so inspiring to watch these motivational testimonies from courageous, hopeful, loving people. Thank you for sharing.
I’m just watching all this, especially at the indoor rock climbing facility, thinking how INCREDIBLY fortunate you are, and others, of having access to these prosthetics. It’s truly incredible the prosthetics being produced today. You are really a hero for so many.✨🙏🏻💕
Amazing resilience! God Bless Kaylene, Jay and the entire Family~💗💚💜💙🙏🙏
What an honour it is to witness these parts of their story. I am inspired but also angry for them, just saying. I appreciate their communication, checking in with how the other is doing all the time. They’re real, they’re making their way with baby steps, together. And she walks like a rockstar with that prosthetic!
Boy did I smile when she rang that bell!! And the baby!!!! That was an awesome surprise! :))
I lost my husband unexpectedly in September of 2021 and it has been so very hard for me to move forward from grief and anger. Having two young children and other people to love have helped but I still feel stuck. Looking at you guys' courage and real struggle while refusing to give up, gives me hope and even makes me feel a bit guilty. Thank you for weathering out together and with God. I too would have never made it without Him. Thank you guys. I pray for you both & your baby. Thank you. I love you. Sorry for your loss but I celebrate your strength!
Love you sweet girl. Hearing you lost your husband stung my heart. May you move forward and live in his honor
Please consider that you are not stuck; you simply haven't healed. Unfortunately, that is a process that won't be forced. Be gentle with yourself. Seek therapy if you feel like you have run out of people to talk to about it. I send you a virtual hug. 🤗
Wow, this is inspiring. My heart goes out to these two strong, courageous, loving people. I pray they are able to get past the grief and go on to have an amazing life together.
This is an amazing story. Two brave people living life to the fullest ❤️🙏
What a wonderful couple! The bond they share is truly a gift. Nothing is going to stop them ❤❤❤
I like how real she is. Everyone goes through all the emotions and pretending we don't didn't help anyone.
What a brave girl! My heart goes out to this sweet couple! I wish them the best!
She had so many serious injuries. I think it's a miracle that she survived. I wish the best for both of them.
I love that he wears his ring on his right hand like her. 🥰
My heart goes out to both of them! Such strength, courage and faith!
Truly amazing trio. How strong they are, absolutely beautiful. So inspiring.
Omg that is horrific. So sorry that happened to her. Hope they find some healing & blessings through all of this.
What a beautiful report about her life journey through this. I always thought kids who have terrible conditions, they show so much braveness that I could show in my lifetime. She was full of life. Sending lots of prayers for her family and her spirit🙏🏽
Thank you for sharing your story with us. This is by far one of the most testing trials a couple can go thru. We lost our daughter, she passed at home. We tried everything to save her, to repair her heart but it wasn’t meant to be. 11 yrs later I have closure. You are living with this every day…alone and as a couple. You’re beautiful. Don’t ever give up on each other. 💚💚💚💚
Had tears watching this. I know the feel want to go back to that day to change it but few years later you don’t want to change it much. Good work you both are so strong
The strongest couple. That gal is an amazing young woman.
What an amazing couple. Kaleigh, I am in awe of you and your strength and “get it done “ attitude. I, too, lost my leg and sustained serious back issues, then developed the most painful condition, RSD (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy) after months of misdiagnosis-then the phantom limb pain began. I was a go-go-go person all my life until this happened. It has literally changed every single aspect of my life. The constant pain is the biggest hurdle trying to overcome. I am 62 now, this started when I was 41. I live alone and never had any assistance, which forced me to “just DO it”, like Nike says in its ads. God bless you for your strength to persevere! You VERY EASILY could have died from all of your injuries. God saved you by putting all of those people right there when you needed them-especially Josh! My biggest wish for you came true when you had your baby boy! Rowan is beautiful, and you are probably a better mommy than millions of other women who have NEVER faced adversities like you have. God is using you as an example of how your faith in Him can, and does, make you the best version of yourself-even if it’s not what you would have chosen for yourself. I wish all the best for you and your family.
Kudos to the editor. The flashes to the accident site and footage give a little bit of a feel of what must happen in their heads, especially Josh’s frequently.
I completely understand Kayleen feeling guilty about her belief of holding him back. I have health problems that prevent us from going all out on some of our more active hobbies. I feel better when I send my husband off with buddies half the time so that I know he’s getting the most from the sport sometimes and getting to share it with me sometimes, putting together something of a whole.
Thank you so much for sharing your story and your experience from that day. I wish you both all the wonders that life has to offer.
So happy for them! Life does go on. I also had to learn a new way of living after my accident. What a beautiful baby they have. Wish them all the happiness and joy in the world. 😊😊😊
So refreshing to see films like this. Keep up the good work TODAY!
What a beautiful story. Keep reaching for the stars Josh and Kasey. The Best is yet to come! You all have a Beautiful Family!
How amazing and courageous is this lovely young woman.
If you haven't already connected with the Adaptive Climbing Community in your area you definitely should! I know many people personally who have found friendship, comradery, and fun in climbing again (after an accident or illness) or for the first time. There is always room for more Adaptive Athletes out there and the competitions are amazing events that are open to everyone! All the best to you in whatever path you choose to take with climbing ❤️
this was a highlight to watch. take gentle care. i am glad you are alive.
She’s truly inspirational what a beautiful couple wishing them all the best xx
Wow the fact that everyone who rescued her came together a year later to celebrate her life brought me to tears. So rare for something like that to happen. True compassion for that woman.
this is the story of genuine friendship and love❤. I have my tears down to my cheeks watching it. Thank you for sharing.
This is one of my favorite spots to hangout. I've known a few people who got hurt there. Glad she made it through with good spirits.
She's so lucky to have a supportive, faithful husband like him! So lucky. 🙂🙂❤❤
Shes is such a beautiful person! Wish her all the best in her recovery.
Kaylene,
You're such a strong and awesome woman. Tears are streaming down my cheeks with seeing how strong you are and how youé facing all those hard challenges and keep going. Please be kind to yourself and celebrate the big but also all those small goals, as those are big steps as well, literally baby steps, but they build up to big steps.
Oh my goodness! How precious! Congratulations on your new baby boy! He is so adorable! 🥰
OMG Prayers and Love to you Both!!!!!
Absolutely needed to see this today.
Beautiful, intrepid woman! Cried when she reached the top of that indoor wall! So very sorry this happened to them. But I admire them for their courage and caring in helping each other deal with working through to a new fulfilling life 👏 Their beautiful son will inspire them every day. 🙏 for their continued remarkable strength.
Many blessings to this beautiful couple.
You both are so strong I could never deal with that like you say keep going and never give up you are INCREDIBLE
Prayers for this couple to find strength and peace in their relationship and love🙏
Thank you so much for sharing your story. It blessed me. Prayers for happiness in all of your endeavors. ♥️🙏
I am so proud of both of you. Life surly throws curve balls and now big rocks. You guys worked through some difficult challenges. You didn’t give up. Just slowed down a little. And now the skills transfer to your little one. Congrats. What an awesome trip you took us on. ❤
Thank you for sharing.
What a great story. I admire her strength and courage to move forward. God bless them all.
You are both amazing! Thanks for sharing your inspirational story.
Brave strong woman and what a suportive and loving husband. The baby brought a lot of joy so life becomes more pleasant.
We wish them only the best. And climbing is not the only thing in life.
Wow, what a remarkable story of true love and strength. What a beautiful family. So happy for them! May God bless them!!
That’s just so nice. Thanks for sharing
Thank you Kaylene and josh for sharing your story of resilience.
You can tell they really really love each other.
I'm staying grounded. I have trouble just maneuvering my everyday driveway. I think this story is such a huge inspiration to many of climbers. May you all stay safe and follow your dream.
This couple is amazing! I love them and wish the best for their future. ❤
So much courage on both their parts. I'm so happy to know they stayed together and now have a cute little family.