Mother of 8 breaks down crying when she sees gift from Secret Santa - then sends a touching message
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- Secret Santa is back and this Christmas is bigger than ever!
The EastIdahoNews.com team is busy helping a local man gift more than $500,000 this holiday season. A lot more. Secret Santa is a real person who wants to remain anonymous and hopes to help as many people as he can.
We will be surprising deserving people and families every day from now until Christmas with gifts unique to their circumstances.
Carissa and Randy Heaps are the parents of eight children. Carissa's family has deep roots in Jefferson County. She and her husband have moved around a bit but they returned back home three years ago to help her aging parents.
Carissa's mother has suffered from multiple sclerosis for many years and her dad has dementia. The Heaps recently found out that Randy has a severe case of early-onset dementia and brain tumors. He is no longer able to work and they frequently take trips to Salt Lake City so he can receive medical care. Their vehicles all have over 150,000 miles on them and constantly break down.
The Heaps have always been self-sufficient, hard-working and generous to others. They have always planned for a “rainy day,” which they have relied on, but now the rainy day has become a hurricane.
Secret Santa wanted to surprise the Heaps with an early Christmas gift so he asked the East Idaho News elves to pay them a visit. Watch the video above to see the surprise - and the touching message Carissa sent after receiving her present.
If Secret Santa has inspired you to do something anonymous for someone else this holiday season, we want to hear about it! Email news@eastidahonews.com and tell us about your Secret Santa project.
How many people come back periodically to watch these again? I know I'm not the only one that finds these so uplifting.
I do, keep watching them over & over
All the time, over and over and cry every time. So glad secret Santa is helping so many people.
I come back a third and fourth time. I use these reports to pick me up and think less about my woes
I kept watching them over and over again...
I binge watch these too. May God bless secret santa, Nate & everyone at east Idaho news xoxx
I feel stupid for complaining about insignificant crap. God bless them
so very much a reality check, thx EIN and Secret Santa for all you do...
@Goof Ball work on your mentality,god is everywhere, but the problem is some mindless people can't see or feel god ,so enjoy your useless life.
@Goof Ball If you don't believe in God or a higher power, that's fine, but please respect those that do....
@@godisinside2223 I see what @Goof Ball said, but telling someone they have a useless life isn't going to make things better.🇺🇸
Ok baby calm down 😁
I'm a 53 year old cynic....crying my eyes out for everyone involved. All I can offer is love and a prayer. And so I will.
Im in Canada, doing the same. Kindness at its best for a very lovely lady
That’s all we can do.. take care 😊
I love how he brought his cat 😆
And look at him making air cookies at 4:19. Happy catto, just like his parents.
The cat- a black cat (the kind least likely to get adopted)- clearly loves him and is do comfortable.
The fact that she mentioned it’s been so hard for everyone this year instead of just their hardships speaks volumes for her character. Enjoy the car you deserve it
Exactly my thoughts Todd! Happy Holidays to you!
Exactly I noticed it too!
That is what stood out to me as well.
I agree. That got me in tears. God bless this family. Thank you Secret Santa and East Idaho News.
@@timchavez8587 thank you sir and happy holidays to you and your family. Stay safe stay healthy stay humble
Every time time I watch Secret Santa give a gift to someone who really struggles, he has gifted me as well.
Same! It makes me feel good knowing there’s other humans out there who are generous and thoughtful and supportive. I don’t have much in terms of money, but someday I will and I can’t wait to surprise someone deserving.
That's true..
and paying it forward.
100% agree. Makes me realize how lucky I am and reminds me that there are good people out there. This secret Santa is an angel.
Beautifully said!
Her reaction is so genuine. What a wonderfully humble person. I'm 50 years old, tough guy, setting here with tears in my eyes. God bless those folks.
Even the strongest of us cry and I am happy to hear you have no shame in it. Cheers, and have a Happy and Healthy 2022!
65 years here and basically doing the same. God is good!
Draw the curtains, Eric, and the neighbours will never know! Robin Witting England
How she genuinely doesn't understand why someone would be so nice to her, just shows how how good of a person she really is, if that makes sense to anyone else.
😉 I know exactly what you mean! ✌️
Beautifully said
Makes total sense.
Yes, she’s humble-a really brave and loving person, too
Hey, Secret Santa, you are loved all over the world.
Well said Mavicity. Tony UK
👍👍
Thank you, Secret Santa, for bringing joy and inspiring hearts all over the world with your generosity. ❤️🙏🏻
Yessss . Katja Germany 🇩🇪
Not in the "Homes of Born Again CHRISTIANS" !
This one really had me in tears. That family is going through hell. Hope things get a lot better for them
Me, too. What a strong woman. I am in awe of her.
Same. 💗
Me too , I’m struggling myself as pretty soon I may become homeless 😔
@@SimplySergMX_arts dont ever give up.
Me too, I was in tears, she was so incredibly grateful, love it, so rewarding on the gifts, may it give her the strength to keep on!
Dearest Carissa~ Please know, three years on, you are seen, you are heard, you are loved, you are cared about: you are not alone. There are many on this side of the Internet and this video who think of you, stand with you, and who are wishing and hoping for the best for you and Randy and your mom and your dad and your family. I hope that you can still feel the warmth of the day Secret Santa sent Nate and Elves to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. May Love and Light be yours. I am sending you a Cosmic Hug from the US northeast....
Why not send money although cosmic hug is revolting
@@richardkatze636 🤮
@@richardkatze636thoughts and prayers are enough to some
The cat making biscuits in the air just adds to the sweetness and magic of this video!
When she breaks down at the end, she's clearly happy about the car, but a lot of that emotion is coming from the realization that her struggles are being acknowledged and she doesn't feel alone.
I am So happy that hard working and deserving People like her and her Husband get Something they have deserved So much. I am happy for their joy and for the Secret Santa's JOY discovering the Happiness his or her Generosity has brought to Carissa, her Husband and Family. Many Blessings to all and especially to their Child in a Mission. With Love to all of them and Prayers for a prompt Healing to her Husband.
Thanks captain obvious
Just the simple act of validation of someone's struggles is priceless!
Absolutly!!
Very well put, and spot on.
What a beautiful beautiful woman. Humble. Loving. This was beautiful to watch.
yeah its really life affirming to see not only people giving but people so gracious to receive. They all clearly deserve a break.
That cat tho.
So nice seeing you here Wayne. Love your work.
Wayne! As a hooded eye girl, you are my makeup hero! 👍❤ Merry Christmas!
Ah, man. Of course Wayne is out here getting his cry on, too.
From Canada!!! These secret Santas' gifts make me cry every time I watch this. It proves that there are still good people on Earth.
I’m a 37 year old man , who has served 6 years in a max security prison as a younger guy. Now I’m a husband and father of 4 . I know it’s a fact that Jesus has changed my heart because I have never been able to watch these videos without crying
Don’t rely on Jesus!! Just be good! Treat people as you want to be treated! Common sense! Good luck!
A mother, wife and daughter who seems to be carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders. Thank you, Secret Santa, for making a difference - one family at a time. Merry Christmas from Zambia. I look for the most recent upload the first thing every morning - day made.
🥰💜💙💚💛🧡
Mr. Cameron, as a woman, I appreciated your comment. Just the fact that you recognized the weight that this and many other women secretly carry on their shoulders was touching. All she wanted to be was acknowledged, seen, and uplifted. So many of us out here do, yet so few receive it. Thank you. Merry Christmas from Ohio! Keep watching these videos. They most certainly bring us all a little hope.
Daphne Lattimer Thank you. I’m a West Virginia boy. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
@@briancameon1602 You're welcome! West Virginia! Our neighbor to the East. Home of the Mountaineers, Harpers Ferry, New River Gorge, Cass Scenic Railway, pepperoni rolls, and Hillbilly Hot Dogs! Your Momma and Daddy raised you right, Sir. I appreciate your kind Christmas wish. It is so needed this year. Enjoy your time in Zambia. I have a feeling you might be there on a mission trip helping deserving youth.
Daphne Lattimer Pepperoni rolls! After teaching in WV for 28 years I moved to a village in Zambia. I’m a house dad to 9 orphaned boys and head teacher at a school for orphaned and vulnerable children. I’ve been here for 11 years and love it. I miss the mountains though.
I just love Nate's line : " We left your other gift in the car , can you come with us ? "
I thought they were getting a cat lol then I see husband carrying cat🤣
Yes, I loved that, too! :)
This is so awesome. I love it when deserving people get something good. We all need a little help some days. I'm glad they are getting it.
Right? I am Crying 😭😭😭
🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🎉
Her engaging smile alone is worth a million dollars.
Nate is getting national recognition now!
God bless you secret Santa .....your awesome
👋i hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity love and peace 💞❤️🕊️🕊️ all over the world 🙏🌍
I'm originally from Canada currently living in California ☀️☀️☀️☀️and you where are you from if i may ask?💭
I’m not crying you’re crying! Couldn’t have happened to a better person. A strong woman that’s holding the weight of the world on her shoulders. I pray things start looking up for you.
Onion ninja!
This is happy cry.....
pretty sure that you cried first, yep... but second place here
😂❤️🙏🏼😥
"I may be lonely, but I'm not alone in this". No you are not alone or forgotten, you're in all our hearts and prayers. Bless you and your family.
Bless you
❤️
Even through all they have going on, she has a smile on her face. I hope they're doing well.
This lady is unbelievable! Stunning on the inside and out. I'm so glad SS did this for such a deserving person/family.
"Secret Santa Fe" Nate Eaton is a comedic Genius
I also loved that part!
Hyundai NEEDS to make a SECRET Edition
Don't capitalize "genius."
@@mikegarippo7815 Ill Capitalize Whatever i want to, Its CZcams Not a Formal Essay To be submitted to Harvard, You definitely get invited to lots of parties eh?
So Love Nate!!!
That woman is so humble, remembering that everyone is suffering right now. She is beautiful. 🥰
That’s the exact reason why someone nominated her, to receive these beautiful gifts 🎁 she needs to care for her family!!! Amazing woman
@@unforgettablebeauti6110 I see that she is worthy. I hope she can continue to heal.
I hope you smile today, and if you do please pass that smile forward. 🙂
I second that!
Many arent suffering. Like me buying a 10k tv, 14k massage chair and bozos 100 billion .
@@aaronkerr749 well then, "hello" Secret Santa🙃
Im from Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦 and i love watching Secret Santa here on CZcams ... i cry with the people who gets this beautiful 🎁 they so much needed..
To Secret Santa 🎅🤶
You are a blessings for each and everyone you help... i call you Angels without wings you were sent to earth to help so many people in need and for that i cant thank you enough 💛 wish we had Secret Santa here by us to help.
✨I can only return the gift of Reiki to every 🎅Secret 🤶Santa 🙏sending you all blessings, healings, energy and love ✨
👋i hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity love and peace 💞❤️🕊️🕊️ all over the world 🙏🌍
I'm originally from Canada currently living in California ☀️☀️☀️☀️and you where are you from if i may ask?💭
This woman and her family are one of the most deserving, in my opinion, of a Secret Santa gift. I hope she now knows there are people out there that really care about what her family is going through. God bless them.
She's so humble, and concerned for everyone else. She deserves the secret Santa, and so much more. Brought me to tears.
"It makes us feel like we're not forgotten." Wow, what a powerful statement. Now she feels SEEN. One of the worst feelings is feeling like no one knows.
YOU CAN SEE THE APPRECIATIONI HER EYES GOOD PEOPLE GOD BLES YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Be kind to those around you, we really have no idea what each other are going through. What a beautiful family (and cat 😊)
That cat was making “air biscuits” the whole time. Super chill.
Pedaling, wasn't she?
@@touchofgrey5372 That’s funny. I’ve never heard it called that.
Ita the movement of her paws.. it's a happy peaceful sign..
@Tt Miller Stephanie is right, the cat was making a movement with his front paws that is common with happy and content cats. They do it to stimulate milk flow as kittens and as adults still make the movements when happy.
@Tt Miller your post made me laugh. The making biscuits is because kitties look like they are kneading dough for biscuits when they do that motion.
Oh, wow, this lady really made me cry with her graciousness. She is a beautiful soul and very strong to take on all that comes her way. I am so glad Secret Santa made her feel recognized and so very special! I wish her and her family the absolute best!!!
Love ya Nate!
It’s now February, and I’m still watching these “Secret Santa” videos from two years ago because of how beautiful they are. So much of the content I watch on CZcams is unfortunately negative, and it feels like a blessing just to be able to see something good happen to these worthy and humble folks. It sure seems like there are a lot of good people in the community of East Idaho. Thank you to Secret Santa, Nate, and East Idaho news for sharing the love. My day is better just for getting to see these videos. Bless all of you.
Same here! :) So glad we have these videos. I find myself looking forward to them as the end of the year draws close. Watching from Australia! ☺
Her husband brought the cat. LOL
And did you see it making air biscuits at 4:15? Such a happy cat!
@@elsaprahl502 cute cat. I call making air biscuits the mushies
I think the cat brought him. 😂
lol
There's something really sweet about that. If he's struggling with dementia I bet the cat is a big help. Animals can be so healing
Who ever secret Santa is knows exactly what Christmas is all about
We did a little as well. 🙏🏿. You can check our CZcams: THE CLAVERS
when i forget...these remind me how truly bless ed i am
Me, too.
Amen... There's always someone worse off. Always...
This Secret Santa is the kind of person that this world needs SO MUCH more of.
Tons of rich people don't bother with us "peasants"... Would be nice if they did.
So many deserving people who are struggling.
Then be the secret santa where and when you can. Does not have to be a car size gift. Mow a neighbors yard, shovel a sidewalk etc....
I cannot agree more! I wish they all did .
I do small things everytime i see an opportunity but if i had enough more i’d love to help people change their life or at least help them fix economic problems they carry on their shoulders .
Sorry but no one's entitled anything
@@mph1ish yes, we all fall short of the glory of God. No one deserves anything, yet we are called to give to others. However, some families are more deserving or needing of help, especially those with sicknesses and financial issues. Please don’t be so cynical.
@@nuclearmusic77 I'm not being cynical at all. I agree we are called to give to others, but it should be a choice and people should not be told what to do with their money. I'm tired of rich people being looked down upon simply for having wealth
I feel so bad for both the husband and the wife, for different reasons.
Oh man! 😭 secret Santa, God bless you, and your family.
Oh my!! 😭 God never gives us more than we can handle , but, He often sends angels to lighten the load ! 🙏🏻
Thank you Secret Santa 🎅🏼 & Nate !!
😇😇He sends "Angels to lighten the load."😇😇
@@lindabeauchamp4596 and "Divine Substance"
I like the reporter. He watched all his tones. He carefully picked the right words. Not only a professional. But also a decent person.
This family needs a go fund me and a national news story.
This woman gave me chills and goose bumps...so deserving of Secret Santa gifts.
Yea wealthy people need great gifts
"It has been a tough year for us but then it is tough for so many people"
(And then that beautiful email.)
What a strong and wonderful woman!
All the best to you and your family!!
I've watched a lot of these secret Santa videos but she's been one of the most genuine & grateful people I've seen. She deserved all of those gifts & more 💖
Ok, this one got me teary. Pretty much the ideal response you could hope for from a person.
She had a smile for everyone even though all the troubles she is going through. Can you believe 12 people living in the same house? You can't see her wings but she is an angel.
What a deserving woman!! Her gratitude has me crying, too. Precious, hard working, giving wife, mother, daughter! Truly Secret Santa is a messenger of God, bringing blessings to those in need. Thank you for allowing us the joy of seeing these videos! Thank you, Nate and EIN!
Amen!❤️🙏🏼✝️😊
The "Love Is Spoken Here" sign in their house is perfect. What an amazing lady!
I love that...a Secret Santa Fe 😊 Have a Merry Christmas Carissa and Randy. God bless! Thank you Secret Santa. Merry Christmas!
@Hello Mike how are you doing
If anyone in the world needed the joy of secret Santa, it's this Lady who gives all to her family.
You picked the perfect person. This woman is beautiful from the inside out.💯
This is what rich people should be doing with their money. Imagine if everyone had a roof over their head and food to eat how much better life would be. Thank you Secret Santa for helping those in need. You are a very special person.
One need not be rich to help others. What are YOU doing?
THIS IS THE MOST GENUINE SHOW ON THE PLANET.
*Crying with her!*
💖⚘💖
Watching this makes me feel like everything will be ok. I lost my mom 3 yrs ago now my father is on Hospice. Holidays are coming up. I adopted my grandchildren last January. They remind my heart of the love of Christ and to rise above and keep going. Every morning at 5 am I watch Secret Santa. It starts my day of with great joy. God bless anyone reading this. Rise above keep going and know God is with you.
Lovely Gift!!
Thank You Secret 🎅 Santa!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
What a lot of sorrows she has,it is so nice that she felt a bit of that heaviness lifted by your gifts.She was so gracious about it all.I hope that she made it through that difficult period.
What a very heart-warming thing to do. It's hard with so many kids. My Mother had 11 of us. I remember those times. Bless this family.
Europe here. I send you and you, Randy, a strong greeting from far away and hope u stay strong. Best Wishes to u and ur family.
Bless you “Secret Santa” and all the people who lend a helping hand to neighbors and strangers. Peace on Earth.
Dear Carissa, your note says it all and though I'm not involved in Secret Santa I'd still like to thank you for writing it. Hope you have a super 2024 Christmas.
I lived in the UK and was out shopping in Gloucester UK with my family, we stepped into a doorway for shelter from the snow. A young mother and baby was shivering there, my wife took charge, we took the pair to a department store where the mother could take care of her little girl. Then to the cafe to get them warm and fed, we took them home and our girls doubled up in a bedroom to give them one. We contacted social services who moved at a snail's pace and so the pair stayed with us over the holiday. Mum insisted on doing most of the chores as a thank you.
We got them sorted out with a place to stay and a one day a week house cleaning job. More would have affected her social payment, but she did go home each visit with more than she could carry. The big plus was we stayed friends for many years afterwards.
I am so proud of our society and it’s beautiful compassion, bless the Secret Santa and all the secret Santa’s amongst us!
I cried watching this 😭 God bless this special woman and her family! 🙏🏻🙌🏻
I pray she still knows she’s not alone. God bless this family. ❤️
that cat speaks volumes
Is there a Go Fund Me for this family? I would definitely contribute.
I was wondering the same thing!
Same.
So deserving.
Her smile is fire.
If not, there needs to be one. If there is, I would certainly give.
Reach out to the TV guy. He might be able to help set something up.
Hi
May the Lord bless this women and give her great strength through her burdens. Bless the santa, thank you for good news.
Hard to see so much trouble happening to good people all at once - this sweet family deserve all the help they can get - may this little lady be blessed with some better news on her family's health situation - I am in awe of what she is dealing with - thank you Secret Santa for choosing this family for the wonderful gift of a great vehicle. That is a lovely vehicle I had one myself some years back !
I can just hear my dad's words ringing in my ears. "Close the DOOR ! We cannot heat the entire neighborhood !"
Sending heartfelt best wishes to Carissa and her family, the wonderful Nate Eaton and his team and Secret 🎅! 🇬🇧London UK 🇺🇸💐
I hope this beautiful woman knows she has not only been "seen" but has inspired as well. Such a life-affirming video.
Love that $1000 was given to help in making the car their own. Secret Santa thinks of everything!
May God hold all of you in the palm of his hands.
THIS is BY FAR my favorite reaction to a secret Santa gife automobile! She was genuine! God bless her and her family.
What a beautiful woman ... secret Santa mad respect towards you who ever you are
Well done again Secret Santa! Nate you are so right, here in the UK my husband and I are doing this on a much smaller scale. A food parcel, an essentials parcel, a small gift card, a bunch of flowers, paying for someone’s meal. It all makes us so happy to know we have made a difference no matter how small. Thank you for inspiring us
Whoever the secret Santa is he is a great and caring person
@Hello Scott how are you doing
I would love to know how her husband and parents are doing now. I love watching how thankful and grateful she is. I hope the car and money was a huge blessing to the family.
I just watched this one and an also wondering how everyone is doing. Dementia is such a horrific disease.
I was about to comment the same thing. I hope her & her family are well. ❤
Probably on their 12th child and still struggling.
@@pearlsswine Don't let the swine out...just the pearls.
You can see it from a mile that she's a beautiful soul .That brand new car will be very helpfull for the whole family .Be blessed everyone !!
Well, I cried all over my breakfast plate with this one... The love behind Secret Santa has laid a blanket of blessings on this family and the strong lady carrying the load for her loved ones. Hopefully, Secret Santa is also blessed.
I hadn't seen this story before. My heart goes out to them. What horrible thing to happen to this young man. At least this gift helped some.
FINALLY. A HAPPY TRULY THANKFUL PERSON. YAY
Here i am taking care of just myself.. and she has over 10 people to look after.
@Hello Tommy how are you doing
❤️Carissa you are seen 🙃😍 persons like both of you is what makes humanity so worth the struggle
Made me cry, for sure. They deserve it. God bless you all.
Beautiful cat!! When husband carries the cat through the whole thing and the cat is totally OK, I know these are lovely people! This is heart wrenching. She vowed for better or for worse, but didn’t think about brain tumors. I’m glad dome rich people know they are fortunate and help their community.
Oh the burden this lady is carrying upon her shoulders, may God bless you. Thank you Secret Santa, Nate and East Idaho News, you are indeed a blessing to this family.
I watched this video and cried. God bless that woman and her family. And, the person who cares about them.
👋i hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity love and peace 💞❤️🕊️🕊️ all over the world 🙏🌍
I'm originally from Canada currently living in California ☀️☀️☀️☀️and you where are you from if i may ask?💭
Her reaction is THE BEST! What a beautiful and humble lady. God please strengthen her in the days ahead. ❤️
Maybe your God shouldn't have given her such a burden in the first place.
Every man on this Earth would be truly blessed to have a woman like her in their life... Every person actually
This darling lady has such a hard road ahead of her she certainly deserves a break and the best that life can give her, god bless you, all the best and a happy Merry Christmas. Carol from New Zealand
What an amazing lady! This was so moving! I wish you the best and hope life gets a bit smoother for you and your family.
👋i hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity love and peace 💞❤️🕊️🕊️ all over the world 🙏🌍
I'm originally from Canada currently living in California ☀️☀️☀️☀️and you where are you from if i may ask?💭
Wow, what a deserving lady to get this Secret Santa gift, her gratitude is so genuine and pure, straight form the soul. Many deserve these special Secret Santas, but then there´s individuals(like in this case) that truly make you happy to witness receiving it. This poor lady who takes care of a handful of her family members, including her husband with a brain tumor and early onset dementia, this sunk my heart and made me tear up, life can be so unfair, but then you have the strong ones, who still pull ahead. What a nice email she wrote after the fact, priceless. May god Bless this family.
If I ever complain about anything, ever again, I want someone to slap me upside the head and play this for me.
Oh my goodness. I was crying along with her. This really touched my heart. Thank you for helping this family, Secret Santa, whoever you are.
That was such a lovely story. I cried my eyes out
God Bless everyone who needs help right now.
As I sit here with tears running down my face, I'm so glad there are some wonderful people that give to those in need. It's a shame we do not see more stories like this all over the country. THANK YOU SECRET SANTA. You made my day.
I love everything about this but I really love how chill that cat is especially in a family of 9.
The cat was making air biscuits when he was holding it.