Mother whose husband and stepson have horrific disease left speechless after Secret Santa surprise
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- Опубліковано 20 лис 2021
- The EastIdahoNews.com team is busy this holiday season helping a local man gift $1 million to deserving people in eastern Idaho. Secret Santa is a real person who wants to remain anonymous and hopes to bless as many individuals in our community as he can.
Erica has always been an ambitious, driven young lady. She went into nursing because she grew up watching a brother suffer with chronic health issues. She received her CNA license at 16, LPN two years ago and completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences last year.
This past year has been especially difficult for Erica’s family. Her husband, Broc, was diagnosed with Huntington’s Disease at age 25 - the same week they discovered they were expecting their second child. This is a rare, hereditary, terminal disease. Broc’s father passed away from this disease at age 42 after being diagnosed in his early 30s.
Each child has a 50% chance of inheriting this disease. It’s often described as a combination of having ALS, Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease simultaneously. It’s considered the worst neurological disease and causes a progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. It’s often called the “Devil’s Disease.”
Broc’s six-year-old son, Gunnar, lives with his dad and Erica full time. He was diagnosed with Huntington’s over the summer and is in the middle stages. Juvenile Huntingtons is extremely rare and the younger symptoms begin, the more aggressive the disease is.
While Erica was expecting, Broc was no longer able to work or drive due to some of the neurological symptoms he was experiencing. He filed for disability and in March, when they could no longer afford to pay rent, they moved into her parents’ basement.
While Erica was recovering from a c-section with their 2-week old baby, the basement flooded from a neighborhood construction accident that mixed water with sewage. Their entire family was displaced and they stayed with Broc’s grandparents temporarily.
They recently moved into low-income housing but Erica is unable to work because she needs to care for her husband, son and two other children under two years old. They do not have a reliable car and will soon need a vehicle that is large enough for two wheelchairs.
Secret Santa asked the East Idaho News elves to pay Erica and her family a visit with some early Christmas gifts. Watch the video above to see the surprise! - Розваги
You can tell she has been carrying the stress of the entire family on her shoulders. Very brave and deserving woman.
She will have good days and bad days, but her bad days are probably off the charts!
God bless and watch over her and beautiful family🙏🙏🙏
So true
Did you see how happy she was with the diapers ?
It is extremely hard. One can not have children with Huntington’s disease. Unfortunately couples do not know before hand the devastation Huntington’s has. The only way to stop this disease is not to have children.Sad deal,right?😢
@@jeanagee7579 Am sure they knew.
I am speechless with tears. Never has Secret Santa been more needed and this brave family so deserving.
Idk how Nate Eaton holds it together.
I don't think I could get through it if it was me (especially with some of these stories.
Years ago, I had the opportunity to work on a build ABC Extreme Makeover Home Edition,
When they moved the bus, balled my eyes out being there in person.
I totally agree!!! May God be with them!!!
Same here! What a touching story😭
I love this. It’s like mr beast but humble. Love the secret 🤫
I have no words and the tears won’t stop. I just pray to God to be with this family and to bless this precious secret Santa
Donating anonymously is one of the most powerful acts of kindness one can show. Being generous when nobody else is looking is a sign of a great human being. I love these videos. Hope this family finds some ease in their life with these gifts.
It's the only way, anything other than anonymous charity is just a form of self promotion. Sorry to say, but it's true.
tax write off so just donate what you can
Amen
Beautifully said
@@jtiger1062 Amen 🙏
Grown man here and crying like a baby. Love this story so much.
Same!
Same. The fact that this young child has to endure this horrible disease where there is no recovering... It's so incredibly sad
@@maxm745 James 4:14Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away
Same here, and it’s my second time seeing this vid! Damn you EIN and Nate, you got me again
I'm with you too!
Just when you think you have it SO bad.. there is ALWAYS someone that is waaaay worse off! Prayers sent for this family.
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So true! Thank you so much to the Secret Santa and Nate and crew as Santa's elves!
Exactly!
Lord Jesus will help them
Oh indeed!! What a brave lady!! I send all my love from the UK today!!
Holy smokes! Cannot believe all of this has happened to this poor family. Glad Secret Santa is helping them, but they need God's help as well. Prayers to this family.
Lord Jesus will help them. Praise God
My family has it my grandad and aunt are already dead from it, and four of my cousins have it
@@pesmerga182
I'm so sorry. It is a devastating disease...
@Chris Elliston you clearly don't know how it works. You put all the blame on God. He just helped deliver blessings to this family.
@@pesmerga182 Geez, I'm sorry to hear that! Sounds like a horrible disease.
She’s a saint for staying true to him she’s a real one she deserved every bit of that
I love that she just hugs reflexively with total abandon. The world needs this brand of impulsive love.
the moment she hugged him utterly destroyed me.
Normally people ask don’t they, she just did it? That was lovely. This must be Nate and teams favourite time of year too.
What this family has gone through and will go through is unimaginable, Secret Santa, you really pick the good ones.
Nate Eaton is a national treasure, i know its not him funding these gits but there is no better person to be the messenger of good news than him, What a great kind amazing human being, Inspires me to be better and do good for other thousands of miles away
Yes!!! You can really tell how much Nate cares about these people and loves his job
He does seem to be just about the nicest reporter going around! It must be a blessing for him to be able to do this wonderful service and he does it with such an open heart it's a joy for all of us. Thank you Nate!💗
I've often thought the exact same thing about Nate. He's just so natural and genuine around people.
No words....I will do my absolute best to not complain about ANYTHING in my life!!! It's hard to wrap your mind around so many obstacles for one family🥺🥺
Oh boy
You know that m8.
This woman has the weight of the world on her shoulders yet she cares not only for her family but is a nurse too and still she smiles. Incredible lady.
She didn’t ask for a Hug she just suddenly gave one to Nate from her Heart. ❤️
Yes, that and “we are drowning….” Caught my attention. 😔
"we're drowning"... That hits so hard. 😭
Yes sir.
I'm a blubbering mess 😭 I should never complain about any "issues" I have.
Secret Santa has really picked some well deserving folks to assist. My hope is everyone watching finds a way to help others in need.
Generosity works in this world:)
I can't stop crying. Bless this family with health, prosperity and joy.
This is simply heartbreaking. Life is cruel. People deserve so much more.
goes to show you their is NO god.
Rain man who prompted good people to go to that home to lend comfort and aid where they could,better approach then saying "see there is no God" what a cynical thing to say,does not speak well to your character in my view.
@@rainman7992 its the devil that reeks destruction and God that brings hope .God bless you and bring you hope and joy .
"Good" people.
Just shows how incredibly strong this family is and how the actions of one person has made such a positive impact on countless others. You don't need to be a multimillionaire to make an impact on others though. Sometimes being nice, helpful, volunteering within your community, and if possible outrageously generous like this man has been is enough.
Aww this sweet family… what an incredible woman! She deserves so much support…
This family has never left my mind. I wonder how they are doing today. If anyone knows, please give me an update. Thank you. This broke my heart into pieces.😥
I come back and watch this video periodically. I’d love an update.
I would really love an update. A mothers nightmare and on top of it, your husband@@Charlotte-wx4jz
When you think your problems are the worst, think of this poor woman. She is amazing and so deserving.
The moment Nate and other crew started singing....God....I cried. Praying for you Erica and your family.
God bless you,Nate and the whole crew and staff.
There was a young man who lived in my condo building who had Huntingtons Disease. He suffered a lot but was determined to get around and be independent. He eventually passed away and I miss seeing him riding his bike as fast as the wind until he rode straight into heaven. Thinking of you Thomas.
🙏💕😇💫
Just imagine if County, State, and Federal Government politicians helped people this way instead of the arrogant, anti family attitude of so many.
Government is not the answer. Government steals from us to help others. We should be able to keep our money and help others as we choose.
G-D help them who help themselves. Sorry charity starts at home not w/our taxpayer money
This "Secret Santa" gift couldn't have blessed a more deserving family. OMGosh...crying happy tears for them. You are angels. :)
I first read your comment wrong and thought it said (could have) and was about to leave the angriest reply until I re read it haha
@@gdaym8332 omg same
Losing a parent at 41 is devastating. Losing a child is unimaginable. I’m covering this family in prayer. Thank God for secret Santa.
Why do you credit god when people do good things but not hold him accountable when people are struck with disaster? Only insurance companies credit god for disasters.
may oyu be greatly ocmforted by the Lord's Holy spirit. Yes coveirng the fmaiyl in pray. may the Lord Jesus Christ heal all with neurdegenerative diseases For His glory.by His power. BY His stripes we are healed.
@@rosieoutlook905 You have the wrong name.
@@rosieoutlook905 I agree. If an all powerful and all seeing God exists. Then so do monsters. I mean does the line end right? Like God sent his son to be murder by his creations, who his son was dying for. Before that God gets a virgin lady pregnant by the Holy Spirit. Angel, demons, God, resurrection, turning water into wine, and the list goes on of things people believe. So if God exists and does all this. Then so do vampires, werewolves, Loch Ness, and etc. God has all those powers but let’s diseases exist like Huntington Disease. We are rewarded when we die but only if we got to church, pray to God, give money to build more and more churches, let ped priest get away, or you go to hell. But if you were a murder and ask for forgiveness right before you die it’s all good.
@@face76 I'm not religious at all but I feel like this is the wrong comment section to be arguing about religion and why you are an atheist. This poor family already has so many bad things happening to them, just chill my guy.
You could visible see the relief come across her face. I hope that her community helps her more too! That would be so tough!
Huntington's Disease is one of the most horrific diseases out there. My heart goes out to this family as they navigate through the next several years. Her children could very much have it as well. I sure hope not. Secret Santa brings a lot of joy and relief to a lot of people. Thanks Nate and everyone.
They said the little boy has it as well. Hopefully they can find a form of treatment to help ease the symptoms, I know there's not a cure,but maybe someday.
Yep! I am a social worker and I just recently worked with someone with Huntington's Disease. Low activity tolerance, poor balance, dizzy spells, muscle weakness, low grip strength, *insanely* high metabolism (she has to eat 5 meals a day), problems with swallowing food because it affects her throat muscles. That's just the physical symptoms. She also experiences anxiety, intense emotions, irritability, sensory overload, anger outbursts, low motivation, paranoia, and so on.
She had to give up custody of her son because she couldn't care for him anymore. Her story made me feel so fucking sad.
It's truly a horrific disease, like you said.
The little boy does have it. They said they believe he has about five years left.
The worrisome thing is the other two have a 50 percent chance of having it. @@brie3679
@@brie3679the other two could have it as well. 50/50 genetic lottery and sadly due to the age of onset of the father it will be early onset or even juvenile Huntington’s again. Many in the Huntington’s community now chose IVF to ensure the next generation will not be afflicted. Sadly due to expense and for other personal often religious reasons some do not want to do IVF with genetic testing. As someone with an unknown and likely genetic condition (I have had lots of genetic testing but still waiting for my whole genome to be scanned) did not have kids because would never forgive myself for passing on this level of suffering on top of other reasons. I understand that some have different views but would not wish the hell I’ve endured on my worst enemy. If gene mutations are known IVF would allow couples to avoid passing on many awful conditions. Sadly my geneticist tells me that many don’t feel the same way I do which she constantly brings up my plans for children. Some couples are given devastating news about themselves or their children and even though they likely know they have a genetic condition disclose in their geneticist appointments that they are in the process of conceiving another child. It shocks my geneticist every time so she never assumes anything.
Erica is clearly a strong woman but that doesn't mean she isn't suffering. Bless her heart. This family has so much to contend with and she is facing incredible, heartbeaking loss.
I'm so greatful 'Secret Santa' reached out to help them. I am so sorry for her son, Gunnar, and her husband. Too young. Too cruel. I wish we could just lift this burden completely from their lives. 😭
man that is so heartbreaking.. she is so strong. I pray for them in these difficult times
God gave them this disease so they could learn to be more faithful.
Some people I swear😵🤮🤢😤🙄
@@ProjectfullCurcit wow. I’m truly disgusted with your comment.
@@ProjectfullCurcit Very classy.
@@AryanSneed ok my bad. God gave them the disease because they deserve it. Or we can just be adults and say that God didn't do this becuase God ain't real
A man on my district developed Huntingtons Chorea. Apparently his family didn't know what was wrong with him when he developed symptoms. They kicked him out. He ended up living on the street here in Portland, OR and in a garbage can behind a gas station. I became his guardian so I could get money to buy him food. I was able to keep it at a nearby firehouse. Of course, we didn't know the diagnosis at that point. Not until he threw a cup of hot coffee on someone at a convenience store. We were able to take him into custody, and from there he was sent for an evaluation. And that's how the very, very sad story evolved. He was from ID. Military man. Had a son. My fear was the kid was going to exhibit symptoms and the family would kick the kid out thinking he was a chip off the old block, just like his father, not knowing the extent of the father's problems. I still cry thinking about this. And what is happening to this woman and her family is tragic, beyond the imaginable. I hope the community will rally round but from what I've seen, they probably will. My heart goes out to you. And thank you Secret Santa....
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My friend's dad died from this disease. Her mom almost divorced him in the early stages because they didn't know why he was becoming rude, antisocial, etc. Thankfully he was diagnosed and he died about two years later. I won't get into it all, but it may be one of the cruelest diseases for a family to endure. Your loved one gets replaced by a "demon" and then a vegetable. So unfair.
That's just how it starts... like a few clouds in the sky before a hurricane. End disease is the most tragic and evil thing on this planet
@@theriv132 That made me wonder if this disease is responsible for so many demon myths throughout history. I can imagine a person affected by it being burned at the stake in the medieval ages, people would have thought they were possessed by evil spirits or something. I looked it up and apparently the disease is known to have existed in those times and possibly long before that, there are so many things in our culture and so many events throughout history that could have been a direct result of HD.
I haven't cried so hard in a long time. Strong young lady. Knowing her husband and son, have a deadly disease. I'm praying for the family.
Still has a smile on her face after all she has been through, and you can tell how much she loves her children. God bless her and her children. Thank you Secret Santa you are an angel on earth.
First I've heard it called "Devils disease". My heart goes out to this family. I lost my brother last year and my sister this year to Huntingtons. It's a terrible, terrible disease. They both developed the disease in their early 40's and passed 13 yrs later. This poor woman has a road ahead God bless that family.
Woody Guthrie had this. His son Arlo has it too.... 'Good night America how are you....'🎶
My condolences go out to you and your family.
Im sorry for your loss and can sympathize. I have the disease, as does two of my brothers, my mom, and 4 uncles. We're just lucky to have the variation that doesn't settle in until our late 50's. This is a terrible disease, but Im holding out hope that a cure is around the corner.
Secret'y Secret omg that's a lot of you who inherited it. I'm sorry to hear that. What do you mean you have the variation that doesn't hit till late 50's? You mean based on the count? Higher the count the earlier onset the lower the count later onset? How is everyone handling the fact they have the gene/disease? My other brother and I haven't been tested we don't want to know, just let fate take its course
Secret'y Secret and they are close to a cure just a matter of time hope it's very soon
How unfair life can be at times. She is going to lose her husband and at least one son , yet she is gracious , soft spoken and kind. Thank you secret Santa for helping this family. I truly wish that the world had more Secret Santa's.
I agree. My heart ❤️ hurts for these people and their next part of the journey does not like promising either. They will need divine intervention.
Whoever the secret santa is is honestly, Godsent.
One of my very first patients of my nursing career was a 32 year old wife & mother with Huntington's Disease. She became a prisoner to her own body and mind...a disease more cruel than its namesake, the Devil's disease. Thankfully, her young daughter had not inherited the gene & escaped the same fate. That was 20 years ago, but I will NEVER forget Julie for as long as I live. 💙💜💙
This family's story is absolutely gut wrenching & my heart just aches for them all. I'm so glad Secret Santa could help...they are truly deserving! Praying for a miracle.❤
As soon as Gunnar stepped out and we could see him, it made me so sad because he has so little time left of life. I'm so happy secret Santa has helped this family.
Things like this shows me to still have faith in humanity.
i so agree
The world needs more Secret Santa's like this one. What a blessing they are being to so many family's in need. This one had me in tears.
One can only shake their head at human TRAGEDIES such as these. God bless this Secret 🎅
That hug finally broke me. I was holding it together so good 😭
What a burden this sweet young wife has in her life and she’s smiling. One thing I can tell from her demeanour and her smile and the fact that she is a nurse - this woman is a carer and will do whatever she has to do for her husband and children. Secret Santa could not have found a more deserving family. Whoever he is, I love your Secret Santa. May the Lord continually bless him and cause his storehouse to overflow with riches so he can continue to pour out love and help to those in need. Nate and the news team, I love you all and will continue to watch your Secret Santa videos. It’s very uplifting. Merry Xmas from Willow River, British Columbia, Canada.
What burden not tryna like start anything over a video it’s a great video and channel but where is the burden they are blessings to her and she took on the challenge god will only put as much as you can handle on your plate it’s apart of their family’s story
@@laughingdaisies That was so sad 😢
@@laughingdaisies I just dont believe the word “burden” is a good word to use.
@@summerbarnes5027 I didn't use the word "Burden"...I commented on Brianna Barrow's comment that she should look up Huntington's disease to understand it better.
@@laughingdaisies I wasn’t saying YOU used the word but if that’s all you got out of the comment that says enough about your self morals .
The government can waste billions of tax payers dollars on useless wars, but can't spend 1 penny on families like this one and all others who need medical care, housing, food, transportation etc. Sending Love & Light to this deserving family❣
Yes more could be done, but let’s not pretend like the government doesn’t pay for any of those things for people in need.
"The government"(taxpayers) are paying for their apartment.
I'm at a loss for words, such a young beautiful family enduring through all of this. They are beyond deserving of these gifts. Love and prayers sent their way. ❤️
The patience Nate had with Gunner was heart warming, God bless Erica Im going to say it, i wish we could all take away your heartache for you and we wish you all many good blessings.
Such a feel-good one! This family deserved everything they had received, so graciously by Secret Santa. I wish all the best for her husband and Gunnar. The children are adorable.
Cant't lie. I tear up at all these kinds of stories, but I can't stop watching them when I feel down and all alone. Thank you for showing that there are actually people who care left in this world, because without stories like these, a lot of us wouldn't be able to believe it.
The amount of loss and loneliness she’s about to experience in the next few years is unbelievable. And you can tell she knows it and she’s trying her best. This was very very well deserved and my prayers are with her and her family for strength and healing. Stay positive.
Dang it. Can I just get through one of these without tears?? What a beautiful family. Through all the adversities, she can still smile. Amazing family. God bless them. Thank you Secret Santa for being so kind and giving.
Huntingdons disease is awful, but I never realised you could get it as a child, that is beyond cruel. I wish this lovely family a very happy christmas, such a deserving family.
It's rare, but the earlier the onset the more aggressive the disease is. It's sad.
Man... I don't know who this Secret Santa is but this is EXACTLY what I would do if I had money.
This is beyond painful and devastating. This mom is beyond strong for her family. Praying for this beautiful family. ♥️
What else can we do to help this family? If anyone has ever needed a village, it is this woman.
All she’s been through and she still has a smile on her face! What a strong lady, I just can’t imagine 😢.
Thank you Secret Santa 🎅🏼 & Nate, for helping this young family!
God bless you all.🕊
She is so patient with the kids and so upbeat especially given the situation. They deserve all the good coming their way.
This woman is so deserving. I’m so glad she was chosen. 💚🙏
What a heart breaking story.
They are such a deserving family.
I'm so glad secret santa was able to help them.
My husband has Huntingtons Disease in a late stage. We send all our love and strenght to you and your family, Erica.
My sincere condolences and prayers.
To you as well ❤️
Sending all my love and strength back your way!
Praying for your family, Maria. ♥
What a deserving person. Strong, strong smile despite everything.
Another one that has me in tears. I'm so heartbroken for Erica and her family. I hope that this brings them some joy this Christmas.
Erica, if you read this, know that there are people across the country praying for you and your family.
She’s a nurse which makes her amazing to begin with. A beautiful human being-dealt some awful cards. The way this crew delivered the gifts to her was very heartfelt….a real awareness that the generosity isn’t a “fix” but a help. Really moving to watch this.
This should be shown around the world. This is what the season and being human beings and all is about. This is absolutely amazing and I applaud east idaho news for all they do!
Don't worry, it is! From a huge secret Santa fan in Melbourne Australia 🥰🇦🇺👋
It is - from The Netherlands I wish this family all the best in these difficult times 🤗
I am from Middlesbrough in England so we are all watching it across the pond all over the world 🌎
@@novaturbkkk Hi Middlesborough, Manchester,England here. I sat and watched this with tears streaming down my face. I feel so guilty moaning now. May God bless this family on their journey. The Mum is an amazing young woman, I hope she gets all the help she needs. Love EIN secret Santa, this one was beautiful. xxx
Watching here from Ireland.
OMG! She has to face loosing at least 1 child and a husband plus trying to work. I don’t understand how she’s mentally doing it but also physically doing it. She is soo deserving of these gifts. God bless her. I wish I could give her a hug.
wow this woman deserves all of this and more. thank you to the kind people who use their money for good and help others in need, and even more respect that they don’t do it for themselves and stay anonymous. it’s really inspiring.
This is heartbreaking. To see those family pictures at the end, made tears come to my eyes. So very happy that Secret Santa was able to bless this family. This young wife and mother is so strong. I send her a big hug from Oregon. God bless this family during such huge challenges.
Jesus help this family! Just tragic!!!
Amen❤✝️
Amen!
This one really broke my heart. Seeing that precious child, knowing how hard and short his life will be 😭
Absolutely gut-wrenching. All the pain this family has endured, and the worst yet to come. May God shield them with his grace. Thank you Nate and Secret Santa for making their road a little easier.
A so deserving family. They say God does not give you more than you can manage, but this is a little ... this is way too much for such a frail mum. Thx SS.
They need to stop having babies. 50% chance of having this disease? Such a shame.
God bless❤✝️
Nowhere in the Bible does it say God does not give us more than we can handle. We get more than we can handle all the time, that's why we need Him.
@@ericadavenport2039 - Dear Erica. Did I mention the bible ??? Nope. That is a saying my great-grandnother, grandmother and mother use to tell me.
@@reallymariah894 They didnt realize it until they had their first baby then husband was diagnosed so they had his son from a previous relationship tested because he had some odd neurological issues and he also tested positive for it. This was just her second baby and her first since the diagnosis. Since the oldest boy is probably not reliably potty trained or will soon lose that skill, I doubt she will get pregnant again in this marriage (since it will end in about ten years when her husband dies.) Grow a heart and a brain, will you.
My heart breaks for this young family, just doesn’t seem fair.
A most deserving family. My heart breaks for them. I hope Gunner and his dad have a lot more years than doctors expect. 🙏🙏🙏
This is how wealth should be shared, God Bless the Secret Santa and thank you for thinking of others less fortunate than yourself. This family deserves all the help they can get.
It is the worst disease I have ever been around, my husband was diagnosed in 2001 died in 2005 Huntington Disease, doctors said he had it for probably 15 - 17 years. I believe his son had it to, died from an accident at 20. My heart goes out to this family. I can’t stop crying!
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Awe!! So humble! I loved Gunner trying to eat the mic..and the way Nate handled it and had such a genuine smile after. How he gets so excited over the diapers just shows his heart. Another amazing story! I just live for these videos! Thank you!!!
So happy this family getting help god bless them all
This could not have happened to a more deserving person - I too have to say thank you to who ever did this.
omg...that beautiful boy! Life can be so brutal...my father suffered and died from ALS. It's hard to describe if you've never experienced that level of suffering...
Just when you think you have seen the best one, Secret Santa has another one. So young and so many challenges.
That was such a deserving family.
Definitely one of the best secret Santa's I've seen.
Who ever he is, may his God bless him and his family.
Breaks my heart to see this young lad with such a horrid disease. I pray to God his time on earth with his family, is the best a child could ever dream of.
Nate, do you even realize how many people around the world these videos lives touch?? So inspiring ❤️ I’ve been trying to find my own ways to help others as well. Merry Christmas!!
Thank you Nate and Secret Santa for all that you do for the deserving familys that you help this season. You two keep me grounded and grateful for all I have.
Nate and crew are the best! This family is most deserving of this all. Very strong woman. Im sure she's an absolutely delightful and caring nurse.
What a great and amazing woman. My thoughts and prayers go out to her and her family.
This is true charity,helping people who really need and deserve a visit from Santa at Christmas.A lovely story.
She is so sweet 🥲. What a tragic diagnosis for these young people.
This was a really special one ❤️ prayers to this family
If all wealthy/rich people were as compassionate as Secret Santa, the world would be a much better place for all of humanity. Kudos to whoever Secret Santa is and may God bless him/her.
No one is more deserving than that wonderful lady and her family. They've had such a bad time of it and God bless whoever donated all that great stuff. Hopefully it'll make life that bit easier. Nate and his gang are so cool 💟
Wow, I'm surprised Broc didn't get tested when his father died at an early age from Huntington's. Because there's such a high incidence of passing on the gene, people who test positive for the gene will usually choose not to have children themselves. I hope Broc and Erica's 2 infants don't have the disease. My heart breaks for Gunnar.
I'm wondering the same thing.
I don’t think they knew the fathers diagnosis until recently but I’m not sure
It's not uncommon to not test children, because some people don't want to know, and that's a lot to put on a child. It's considered more ethical to let them decide if they want to know when they're an adult.
@@ghillies4life I think that’s what she meant, for the husband to have gotten tested to know he he was a carrier.
I find it extremely selfish to have children when you know you can pass on this deadly disease.
The fact that Nate and the crew carried in all the boxes shows that they truly care, about every detail, and that they have not become hardened by the many misfortunes they see.
My heart just breaks for this woman. I cant even imagine what shes going through.
As a cynical, retired police officer, I used to say, “It can always get worse”. This young woman, and her family have had enough of worse, they deserve a whole lotta good for a little while, at least.
Oh, what a lovely family...what awful obstacles to come their way: thank you, Secret Santa, for such wonder and joy in your gifting.
Although your sentiment is meant to be lovely you may want to consider that the family may read it and be hurt by you calling the impending death of their Dad and child "obstacles to come their way". I think it's a devastating turn of events, a tragedy times two, absolutely heartbreaking, etc... The strength this family has shown and the support they need isn't because they've got a couple of "obstacles to come their way".
OMG. Can't stop crying. What a strong woman. I can't even begin to understand what she must be going thru inside. God bless Secret Santa, and all the family and friends surrounding this family. 💕
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Wonderful news thank you Secret Santa
What an incredible woman. No one deserves that much heartache in one lifetime
U get what u choose. If his father died at 41 he knew thos being genetic was probably in his future. She chose to marry him anyway and they chose to have a child knowing the possible outcome. And now we have to choose to feel sorry for them...
God bless her. She’s so greatful you can tell x
This puts my "problems" in proper perspective. Best wishes to the family. 🙏 Thank you Secret Santa, Nate and elves!
Nate is such a genuine caring human being. Love how he just takes everything in stride and with such patience, empathy and compassion. I would LOVE to see a secret Santa surprise his family one day.
Side note: that little redhead.....totally reminds me of my 14 year old ginger when he was that age
One year the news station got his kids some presents as a surprise. It was fun to see his family and him on the other side of a Mike. The family is so amazing.
These are truly the best videos! Every time I get to feeling like I've had it so bad, all I have to do is watch one of these videos and I am so grateful to God for every blessing no matter how small. I spent the last couple of years feeling sorry for myself; my mother died and a year later my only sibling died. I took care of both of them and had to quit my job. We had to sell our home that we had just finished remodeling because we couldn't afford the mortgage payments anymore because I hadn't been working. My husband is a service-disabled veteran who runs a small business but with the pandemic it's been a struggle. We had to move away from friends and the only family I had left, and I'd been unhappy until I started watching these videos. They planted a seed of gratitude in heart and have started praying for the benefit of each family I've seen on your videos making me wish I could do something for them. Thank you for blessing me with your videos!