@@KJ-xx1sd if there more open to ideas then they wouldn't need to take the call for they can just look something up or mybe someone told them something that will help. Like lets say they call to tell him his house needs repairs even if it doesn't he can just walk outside and go i can fix that its only 1 shingle oh my tree is to tall ok what ideas can you give. Oh none well frank down the road told me I can use less water to stop it growing so fast its only a 15 foot tree. Like simple things they normally try to get them to open there checking book. If they can be more open to things they will know if its a scam for the simple fact the more you know and less they can try to get on you the better.
@@melanytodd2929 It was so touching, and the way he apologized to Nate and wished them Merry Christmas! He seems like a sweet man, living alone and helping his neighbors. Another beautiful story in this Secret Santa serie.❤️
Im in the same boat rn currently, im supposed to be outside enjoying a family members wedding but instead im in the car waiting because my social anxiety wont let me go out and talk to people….
@@Alexwinter123 Just get out there Joel! As someone who suffers from social anxiety (formerly debilitating social anxiety until I finally said enough was enough and forced myself to change) nothings ever going to get better for you until you take the initiative
@@garystoltz573 go spell check someone else. I've had multiple words change automatically doesn't mean I did anything wrong doesn't mean you need to spell check anybody either
If he does that its better than getting ripped off. They could just come back with cash. Don't cash these checks and withdraw money. Deposit suspicious checks and wait for them to clear all the way back to the issuing Bank.
Isnt it so sad that everyone thinks they are being scammed in this day and age...shame on those scammers for making people doubt the basic kindnesses of life. Merry Christmas Gayle
But that's exactly why scammers and con artist exist...and they are in all walks of life,starting at the top ,and all the way to the very bottom... But this isn't the place or time. This was just old st.nick not sure how to respond to Nate in a Santa hat.,after all there can't be two Santa's,but then he realized Nate is one of his helpers😉🙏🌲
No, he has probably lost nothing to scammers and this is why. The real world is not often so nice and when things are too good to be true one is right to be wary.
I mean he probably never got scammed. If a random stranger tried to give me some stuff I would be extremely sceptical too and I've never been scammed. You shouldn't blindly trust anyone without finding out more about them.
Now having been raised in North Idaho you can tell. Simple people that are skeptical because they know you have to work for what you have. Godbless him and Godbless the Secret Santa
Being completely deaf in one ear and partially deaf in the other, I get his reaction. We have to be on guard only to protect ourselves, especially not wanting to agree to anything we cannot hear/understand not to mention the embarrassment of asking someone to repeat themselves over and over. I have been deaf since age 2 and attempted to save money many times for hearing aids (5000.00) then finally I accepted a different job in my fifties and my health ins at this job paid for my hearing aids which never ever happens. I LOVE my hearing aids! I had no clue ppl could hear themselves eat crunchy food or hear raindrops hit an umbrella over your head, among so many other sounds I have experienced since my hearing aids. WOW, just WOW! What a gift Secret Santa!
That's the problem with all this scammers, real people, people who deserve, in need, they don't trust anymore. You can do whatever you want, you just can't reach them. Just so painful
And on the flip side, you'll see some senior trying to buy $3000 in gift cards or a Western Union, to pay off a scammer claiming to be the IRS, and no amount of talking to them out of being scammed works either. It's like a double edge sword.
@@ElementofKindness if our government wasn't so shit then it wouldn't be as hard, but good luck getting an actual IRS agent on the phone to explain the situation, those people couldn't care less if people are getting scammed and that's one of the biggest issues.
I just live in a world and I'm just like him I don't trust nobody. Those days are long gone and it's sad that's what we become. I'm just glad that he decided to check it out and now he's going to get his hearing aids God bless Secret Santa and all of you out there need to understand being a senior it's tough people always looking out to scam you. Why because you're an easy target it happens all the time.
I don't blame Gale at all! You have to be careful. What a nice man to help out so many others. Enjoy your new hearing aids. You deserve them. Thanks Nate and crew and Secret Santa!!
Glad to see he had a sense of humor at the end; he was rather skeptical at first. Hope he loves his new hearing aids once he gets them and, yes, does enjoy all of the beautiful Christmas music this year! Secret Santa is a blessing!!
There is no lonelier feeling than feeling forgotten. He had such a kind face at the end. You could see the real person behind his guard despite fully understanding his scepticism. He just needed a gentle reminder that there are still some pretty wonderful and caring people left in our respective communities. I’m not any different in my older age. Nate has been the perfect ambassador for this series. God bless Gale, Nate AND all the folks responsible for these wonderful expressions of compassion and empathy ❤️
I cannot begin to express how much i miss my old neighbors. Nobody even looks at you anymore, let alone throw a wave out. This guy seems like a great old timer. Just lost my 96 y.o. gramps 5 days ago. They don't build em' like that anymore.
This guy is the one who needs it. He looks out for scammers, take care of his neighbors and people he cares for. Now it's his time to get taken care of.
Now, that seems like a real reaction. Not everybody is gonna start screaming and shouting ”omg!” This is a real person who likes to be on his own and yet is respectful and willing to share in the community. I feel we need more of these real people and real reactions on UA-cam. Less hype.
Every now and then you see a truly beautiful person and I think that we just saw one! And I’m not talking about Nate even though he’s a great person too! 🎅 ❤️❄️❤️ 🌲❤️
This brought tears to my eyes cause he physically looks just like my dad, white beard and all. And wears hearing aids just like my dad did. I miss him so much. Thank you secret Santa for blessing this man.
What a character he is!! A very proud man, who finds it easier to help others than to accept help from someone himself. That's not a bad thing. Plus, older folks have to be extra careful because they are often the target of "scammers" who pose as helpful people. Thank goodness he recognized Nate. Merry Christmas Sir, you neighbors love you!!
You can tell how those people really made his day, despite being skeptical you really can see the emotion on his face. He really did appreciate it! Everyone expresses themselves in different ways
Same thing happened to me a few years ago... You should subscribe... There's many more to come and the videos are a lovely gift to the season in my opinion...
These make me SO happy! There’s are SO many good people in the world! Also Nate, you have the best job! It would be so fun to give people gifts! 😊 I love Secret Santa and all of the good he or she is doing!
This might have been filmed in October. No wonder he was skeptical when a couple of people in Christmas outfits a knockig. I would be too. So happy he gets new hearings aids that actually fit! Lots of love to whole team! ❤
Is it just me but wasn't there a time we just took things at face value and accepted gifts and such without having to worry if ithey were scams? This video is very heart-warming.
From Oklahoma and I have been watching these with my children for a few years now 💕 This secret Santa, Nate, and his team have done more for helping my babies grow their beautiful little hearts than they’ll ever know
I appreciate that he wants to be cautious and make sure he isn’t being scammed. His age demo is targeted by scammers of all kinds often, especially close to holidays.
I love Secret Santa, and his helpers. Keep on giving, burial shrouds aren't made with pockets. The only thing we take with us are our good deeds. Sending love from the Holy City of Jerusalem.
If every senior was as skeptical as him, the number of fraud victims would drastically drop.
Definitely hell if more people were nice and open to ideas then this would go down as well.
Yes, they would drop to close to zero. It's such a damn shame that people like him HAVE to be so skeptical.
@SHOW THEM REALITY i said ideas not forke over cash.
@@thesilentone4024 how would people being more open to ideas drop the number of fraud cases
@@KJ-xx1sd if there more open to ideas then they wouldn't need to take the call for they can just look something up or mybe someone told them something that will help.
Like lets say they call to tell him his house needs repairs even if it doesn't he can just walk outside and go i can fix that its only 1 shingle oh my tree is to tall ok what ideas can you give.
Oh none well frank down the road told me I can use less water to stop it growing so fast its only a 15 foot tree.
Like simple things they normally try to get them to open there checking book.
If they can be more open to things they will know if its a scam for the simple fact the more you know and less they can try to get on you the better.
God bless Secret Santa. May he inspire all of us to leave anonymous gifts this season.
God he was trying so hard to not burst out in tears at the end
swear!! so sweet. loved seeing him so moved.
😭 I cried, tho...
@@melanytodd2929 me too😭.
Me too!
@@melanytodd2929 It was so touching, and the way he apologized to Nate and wished them Merry Christmas! He seems like a sweet man, living alone and helping his neighbors. Another beautiful story in this Secret Santa serie.❤️
You can tell he’s not used to having people like this. He’s one of the guys who sticks to himself and keeps everything bottled up inside.
Im in the same boat rn currently, im supposed to be outside enjoying a family members wedding but instead im in the car waiting because my social anxiety wont let me go out and talk to people….
@@Alexwinter123 Just get out there Joel! As someone who suffers from social anxiety (formerly debilitating social anxiety until I finally said enough was enough and forced myself to change) nothings ever going to get better for you until you take the initiative
I suffer from social anxiety also, and even the smallest achievements can make a big change
@@Alexwinter123 just do it
Sounds like me
He is a great example of being vigilante about scams for other seniors...you could make a commercial with it. Love him.
My exact thoughts
Vigilant is the word you want that e on the end means something totally different
Great idea.
@@garystoltz573 go spell check someone else. I've had multiple words change automatically doesn't mean I did anything wrong doesn't mean you need to spell check anybody either
@@pissedoffmarine7908 👏👏🤜🤜
Imagine him not cashing the check because he still thinks it’s a scam
I’m guessing this was on his local news so he wouldn’t think so for long!
If he does that its better than getting ripped off. They could just come back with cash. Don't cash these checks and withdraw money. Deposit suspicious checks and wait for them to clear all the way back to the issuing Bank.
💀💀💀
@@stevemcraemanager7119 yeah he could just go to the bank and explain the situation too.
@@stevemcraemanager7119 or cash them bishes at Walmart ;)
Isnt it so sad that everyone thinks they are being scammed in this day and age...shame on those scammers for making people doubt the basic kindnesses of life. Merry Christmas Gayle
I was thinking the same thing!
Yeah because 99% of the time they are.
Yep
But that's exactly why scammers and con artist exist...and they are in all walks of life,starting at the top ,and all the way to the very bottom... But this isn't the place or time.
This was just old st.nick not sure how to respond to Nate in a Santa hat.,after all there can't be two Santa's,but then he realized Nate is one of his helpers😉🙏🌲
Imagine how differently that would have gone if he didn't have to worry about that.
This man has probably lost so much to scammers it makes me sick seeing how hesitant he was to excerpt a gift from a sincere stranger.
Agreed
No, he has probably lost nothing to scammers and this is why.
The real world is not often so nice and when things are too good to be true one is right to be wary.
I mean he probably never got scammed. If a random stranger tried to give me some stuff I would be extremely sceptical too and I've never been scammed. You shouldn't blindly trust anyone without finding out more about them.
Most fraudsters come across as sincere strangers.
Lol who’s scammed you?
Nate really has a way with people. He understands how they feel and react.
He does!! Emmy is well on her way as well!
Oh he does. That should be the norm. We all have everything to be like him.
He has empathy for others and cares
Santa melted his ❤️ 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Big softie under that gruff exterior. What a great gift.
Some people who are always giving... find it hard to receive.
Great job Nate!
👍Well said, he seems like such a good man, amazing neighbor! This serie is so touching, I watch every year and tear up so much!🤣
That's exactly what I thought. Always on the giving end; never on the receiving end.
I totally get that... but the lesson I learned from my own experience is that you should accept the gifts...
@@danakarloz5845 very true. Glad he,accepted it at the end, with a smile and joking about it!
very true
God bless the East Idaho Secret Santa. Much Love from Virginia!
I do not blame the man for being skeptical and careful ! Merry Christmas !
I do blame him!! That was very rude of him!!
@@francescocecchetto6717 Grow up.
@@francescocecchetto6717 you can't be serious
@@richardthomas1743 no you grow up and wake up!
@@sugarsore of course! I do totally understand the position and attitude of the old gentleman.
Thank you
Blessings on East Idaho Secret Santa and Nate for making miracles!
Oh bless him. It’s terrible that people have to be so cautious because scammers target the elderly. I’m so glad Nate was able to explain it though
Now having been raised in North Idaho you can tell. Simple people that are skeptical because they know you have to work for what you have. Godbless him and Godbless the Secret Santa
Being completely deaf in one ear and partially deaf in the other, I get his reaction. We have to be on guard only to protect ourselves, especially not wanting to agree to anything we cannot hear/understand not to mention the embarrassment of asking someone to repeat themselves over and over. I have been deaf since age 2 and attempted to save money many times for hearing aids (5000.00) then finally I accepted a different job in my fifties and my health ins at this job paid for my hearing aids which never ever happens. I LOVE my hearing aids! I had no clue ppl could hear themselves eat crunchy food or hear raindrops hit an umbrella over your head, among so many other sounds I have experienced since my hearing aids. WOW, just WOW! What a gift Secret Santa!
Please don’t feel embarrassed when you need someone to repeat what they said…. I would never be annoyed by that!
Same
Congratulations :,)
Yeah I'm hard of hearing too, it's rough to be on guard a lot because people like to take advantage of the communication barrier
🖤🖤🖤
Heartening to know he was aware of scammers.
Saddening to know he had to be.
I want my old me to keep being vigilant like he is. He has a strong mind and heart. Bless him.
People have been scamming others for thousands of years. It's nothing new
Exactly this
My heart aches for what he must have gone through to be so skeptical. What an unselfish sweetheart of a man. God bless all.
He went through life!! Thats why hes skeptical.
East Idaho News and Nate bring light to my life. God Bless you
A wise old fella, everyone should be careful of scams and such, pity the world has got such a crappy place to be.
Use it up wear it out or go without. What a great saying. So happy this man got what he needed. Now he can use it up!!
real talk. mad respect to him for being that skeptical. so many scams these days. im glad he got it though.
East Idaho surprise squad/secret Santa is 100% one of my favorite things about Christmas season
That's the problem with all this scammers, real people, people who deserve, in need, they don't trust anymore. You can do whatever you want, you just can't reach them.
Just so painful
And on the flip side, you'll see some senior trying to buy $3000 in gift cards or a Western Union, to pay off a scammer claiming to be the IRS, and no amount of talking to them out of being scammed works either. It's like a double edge sword.
@@ElementofKindness if our government wasn't so shit then it wouldn't be as hard, but good luck getting an actual IRS agent on the phone to explain the situation, those people couldn't care less if people are getting scammed and that's one of the biggest issues.
@@420Cris frfr
@@420Cris The IRS doesn't care, they just want to milk you for as much as they can
I just live in a world and I'm just like him I don't trust nobody. Those days are long gone and it's sad that's what we become. I'm just glad that he decided to check it out and now he's going to get his hearing aids God bless Secret Santa and all of you out there need to understand being a senior it's tough people always looking out to scam you. Why because you're an easy target it happens all the time.
I don't blame Gale at all! You have to be careful. What a nice man to help out so many others. Enjoy your new hearing aids. You deserve them. Thanks Nate and crew and Secret Santa!!
Thank you secret Santa!
Glad to see he had a sense of humor at the end; he was rather skeptical at first. Hope he loves his new hearing aids once he gets them and, yes, does enjoy all of the beautiful Christmas music this year! Secret Santa is a blessing!!
What a kind and generous person’s anonymous gift of $1,000,000.00 to help the community. Wow! Changing Lives!
There is no lonelier feeling than feeling forgotten. He had such a kind face at the end. You could see the real person behind his guard despite fully understanding his scepticism. He just needed a gentle reminder that there are still some pretty wonderful and caring people left in our respective communities. I’m not any different in my older age. Nate has been the perfect ambassador for this series. God bless Gale, Nate AND all the folks responsible for these wonderful expressions of compassion and empathy ❤️
@@Kynks. no thanks. You should be fine though, you got your 48th booster shot.
@@Kynks. hurrr my seatbelt wont work if you wont wear yours
That reminder was probably the best gift he received.
I absolutely love secret Santa!!!
There are two types of old people. Those who think everything is a scam and those who fall for every scam. No in-between.
Theres also the wise type who lived all their lives learning from their experiences
😂😂😂
I cannot begin to express how much i miss my old neighbors. Nobody even looks at you anymore, let alone throw a wave out. This guy seems like a great old timer. Just lost my 96 y.o. gramps 5 days ago. They don't build em' like that anymore.
R.I.P. Pop... i'm gonna miss ya.
His lip twitching, he's holding in the tears❤️❤️❤️
He was still sharp minded. And finally greatful.
Brings a tear to my eye knowing that his neighbors care so much about him.
I 💕❤️💕these Vids from California GREAT SANTA🎄☃️🎁🎅
This guy is the one who needs it. He looks out for scammers, take care of his neighbors and people he cares for. Now it's his time to get taken care of.
Yay! Secret Santa is back! ❤️
Now, that seems like a real reaction. Not everybody is gonna start screaming and shouting ”omg!” This is a real person who likes to be on his own and yet is respectful and willing to share in the community. I feel we need more of these real people and real reactions on UA-cam. Less hype.
This is awesome ! Great secret Santa !
Glad he finally accepted the gift of hearing!!
Bless you Nate ❤
Bless you too, mate! 💫
Every now and then you see a truly beautiful person and I think that we just saw one! And I’m not talking about Nate even though he’s a great person too! 🎅 ❤️❄️❤️ 🌲❤️
Great to see Nate back. Missed the secret Santa.
This man is adorable, he reminds me of Chris Cringle himself! What a wonderful gift, the gift of hearing is! Thank you for sharing his story! ❤
Aaaaaaaw...my heart just melted 💓💕💖💗❣💞💝
This brought tears to my eyes cause he physically looks just like my dad, white beard and all. And wears hearing aids just like my dad did. I miss him so much. Thank you secret Santa for blessing this man.
Oh man this is gonna be the best 2021! I Love Secret Santa. I hope one day Secret Santa finally tells us who is Secret Santa.
Aw this poor man when he opened the present he couldn't believe it he seems like a good man Thank you Secret Santa!!🎄
Ahhhhh, the start of a beautiful season with Secret Santa and EI News. Wonderful.
What a character he is!! A very proud man, who finds it easier to help others than to accept help from someone himself. That's not a bad thing. Plus, older folks have to be extra careful because they are often the target of "scammers" who pose as helpful people. Thank goodness he recognized Nate. Merry Christmas Sir, you neighbors love you!!
Bless him!
Happy tears for him!! Merry Christmas Gale!!♥️
Me too! 💕
yesss its that time of year! new East Idaho news Secret santas! love you guys happy to see nate again
How on earth can someone vote against a heartwarming story like this?
Love it. Thank you
You can tell how those people really made his day, despite being skeptical you really can see the emotion on his face. He really did appreciate it! Everyone expresses themselves in different ways
That’s a blessing
This was a great suggested video in my feed. What a wonderful gift to this gentleman ❤️🇬🇧❤️
Same thing happened to me a few years ago... You should subscribe... There's many more to come and the videos are a lovely gift to the season in my opinion...
@@To_Live_Is_To_Suffer two years ago it was suggested to me and I've been following ever since!
@@To_Live_Is_To_Suffer and Norma, I agree, I’ve just subbed 😁
This guys empathy makes me feel warm inside
These make me SO happy! There’s are SO many good people in the world! Also Nate, you have the best job! It would be so fun to give people gifts! 😊 I love Secret Santa and all of the good he or she is doing!
Merry Christmas. I’m very happy for the man.
Poor guy he was scared. Dress him up he can be perfect Santa 🎅
He has a sense of humour!
He's right - there is a lot of scamming out there. I'm so glad he came on board. Thank you, Secret Santa.
What a cool old man. Reminds me of my dad ,I wish my dad was still around
Set example how this sweet man has probably been victimized by scammers. How he so deserves the 3k. God bless you sir.
I love this man lol
I love how the older gentleman’s sense of humor comes out at the end!
love these videos and what a great guy
Poor thing, I totally understand I randomly get nothing from no one, if I get something is hard to believe!!! Thank you Secret Santa
Seems like a kind yet street smart gentleman. Hope he is doing well!
This might have been filmed in October. No wonder he was skeptical when a couple of people in Christmas outfits a knockig. I would be too. So happy he gets new hearings aids that actually fit! Lots of love to whole team! ❤
He's a Darling. Wish he was my Grandpa. Plain speaking with a good heart.
Is it just me but wasn't there a time we just took things at face value and accepted gifts and such without having to worry if ithey were scams? This video is very heart-warming.
Another round of Awesomeness!! I love these!!!
I live in New Jersey but I follow your channel because of these videos. 🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤
From Oklahoma and I have been watching these with my children for a few years now 💕 This secret Santa, Nate, and his team have done more for helping my babies grow their beautiful little hearts than they’ll ever know
Aw now c'mon here...hugs. merry Christmas 2021. Awesome....
God bless the man who gives these people hope
Well, no matter the sometimes unexpected twists and turns in these Secret Santa videos, every one of them ends up making me cry.😭
You can tell these are so real. People are so caught off guard
I appreciate that he wants to be cautious and make sure he isn’t being scammed. His age demo is targeted by scammers of all kinds often, especially close to holidays.
He is the real Santa.
Such an authentic and straight forward man...as a senior, he shouldn't be a victim of anyone's scam. 😁
Just goes to show we need a lot more kindness in the world. Counter fraud with goodness.
Perfect. Thanks Nate and crew and Secret Santa.❣️🎅
Sad.. poor guy can’t even trust a random act of kindness in this world.
This is one of my favorite times of the year. Bring on the Secret Santa Videos!
Merry Christmas from Baltimore!
it’s funny too cause he genuinely LOOKS like how you’d expect Santa to look like
The man had the proper reaction. No biggie no fuss. Kind man.
No one should be deprived of hearing because of cost. Affordable healthcare for all!
laughs in French
@@Buildermaster07 America truly is the laughing stock of the world
Hey you guys are back! Love your videos.
I'm at least happy to see an someone being alert and aware of scams.
too many scrooges hitting the dislike shame on you 68 people this was a heartwarming video
I love Secret Santa, and his helpers. Keep on giving, burial shrouds aren't made with pockets. The only thing we take with us are our good deeds. Sending love from the Holy City of Jerusalem.
What a powerful saying and so true! Thank you and merry Christmas to you and all!!!
@@strongheartwoman1931 I believe in miracles. Happy Hanukkah.
Hes so used to helping others and not used to having things done for him in return. So glad that made him smile 😃