A road trip & speeding ticket couldn't stop Secret Santa from delivering a gift to this family of 13

[@beckycordell7038]

We NEED a follow up on her husband's reaction!

[@lalang4806]

Came here to say that😂❤

[@truthspeaker711]

The kids didn't even put their shoes on. Barefoot in the rain was true excitement. ❤

[@daleme8187]

I wish I could see his face

[@etfigueroa15]

100%!!

[@ivydickson7596]

Scam

[@pauljamison3340]

Cops could have given you a warning as they have discretion!!! He gets the "Grinch" of the year award!!!!!

[@garyzink1927]

That's what I thought. Merry Christmas from Northern Michigan!

[@Pendragon1989]

Quotas are actually illegal in many states. Too many variables here. What was the speed limit, how much over was he going, prior tickets/traffic violations. 20-25mph over is considered a criminal amount of speed and they're not supposed to give warnings then.. But they /can/ bump it down to a regular speeding ticket. So, that's likely what happened..

[@vikingdragon2764]

Like Nate said, he did his job and Nate was speeding. But yeah, sometimes they'll give you a break. They could have given him a warning instead.

[@Mark12106]

@@vikingdragon2764They can’t give a warning if he was over a certain speed limit

[@Pendragon1989]

@@vikingdragon2764 you didn't read a single thing I said. That is just simply not true

[@enclavex69]

She went for a drive straight away 😂 that’s brilliant. Thank you Secret Santa 🥰

[@dianegreyson8787]

I love that she did that too!

[@johnunsicker7440]

That what I been waiting to see. Someone that gets a car and then go for drive right away.

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

And I think she was in bare feet !!

[@beckylynn209]

I love her! That little woman jumped in that huge thing n took off! She is so much fun. No doubt children love her!! 😄

[@klgrave5919]

Dear Secret Santa, please pay Nate's speeding ticket and a little extra for his upcoming insurance increase.🎅🙏

[@brooks5466]

Mr. or Mrs Judge , Your Honor! Please don’t be a Ba Hum Bug for Nate and all the awesome things he does! PLEASE FORGIVE HIS SPEEDING TICKET! 🛐🙏💞

[@Lochana_Amarasinghe96]

if i ll be there for nate.. but im far far away..i think people in idaho will do it

[@70chevs]

I know Secret Santa is the main man behind these gifts but big kudos to Nate and the team for the way they are delivered. Big thanks in particular for the effort Nate and his daughter did in picking up this van and his run in with the law 🤨.

[@ElsaGabrielaMitreLópez]

The kids' faces as they heard the got a new vehicle... priceless ❤

[@ciaran5588]

I know it probably sounds insignificant, but to me, the sign of a well taught considerate child, is how when they pulled up, the boy opened the door for his sister. Just a simple thing, but it says so much to me. Natural kindness on show xx

[@rochellegorcheck3772]

I agree. I thought the same.

[@r.r911]

That's a boy (so his brother).

[@debbiehanson9201]

A few years ago now, some local elementary schools did a unit on good manners, and for a while, you couldn't go anywhere without little kids racing to open store doors for you. I even apologized to one frantic mother who suddenly didn't see her son at her side in a store because he had run back to make sure I didn't have to open the door myself. I just didn't want the kid to get in trouble for being so proud about remembering to open the door for me.

[@robertmason7553]

I saw that. That was awesome. I was just talking to my wife last night about how the people in Idaho and Utah are just so different. We may look out of place living there but I sure enjoy their politeness, chivalry, and accent. We are are black but there is one month out of the year I look forward too and thats Secret Santa. You thought I was going to say my birthday....... nottttt. Im sad its ending.

[@sarahcrain8083]

Merry Christmas from Sweet Home Alabama. We are all the same race. The human race. We all should love and support one another. As we are all God's children. ​@robertmason7553

[@Magazinelady]

Another deserving family is selected. They were so polite and down to earth. Merry Christmas!

[@kimbutton3847]

I wanna see when the husband comes home!!

[@chasejenkins4213]

That might be the mom of the year, those kids are SO WELL behaved and so happy for their mom. And the mom is such a sweetheart ❤️

[@pamprier4710]

Wow. I loved seeing the smiles on the kids' faces when they were riding in the van.

[@kristaw2686]

Look how much her babies love her. ♥️

[@ykk239]

So wonderful! Thank you to Secret Santa for these gifts and allowing all of us to share the joy. Happy tears.

[@carriebradley7634]

I loved the ride around the block. That was true, excitement. Well deserved and a true blessing for this family. May the Lord bless secret Santa each and every day❤

[@renelr6563]

What a wonderful family! They even have a sort of Vision Mission Statement by the door. So deserving of Secret Santa's gift. Thank you Secret Santa!👋🥰 This is what is written: In this family.. We do second chances. We do grace. We do real. We do prayers. We do mistakes. We do I'm sorry. We do loud really well. We do hugs. We do family.

[@grash4435]

OK why do l cry , this wonderful thing happened. Look ar this family, they all so happy , the children so nice with big smiles. Wishing all of them happiness and secret Santa. Thanks so much you have done again. ❤

[@reinerpfeifer4130]

I am watching from Germany, SECRET SANTA YOU are great Person don't give up !❤😂❤😂

[@hunt48422]

Secret Santa just made smiles, happiness & laughter to a huge family - plus all of us seeing these acts of kindness feel the warmth of Love - Thank you & God Bless 🙏🏻😇♥️💚👣👁️👁️👁️✨

[@xo2quilt]

What a lovely family!! I love how they ran out to see the new van in their bare feet!!! Merry Christmas!!!

[@tiyamotionlab7355]

What a Sweet family!!! We want dad's reaction too

[@william_mac]

Nate has a lead foot huh. That van's a beast.

[@robertmason7553]

That van is awesome. I dont have any kids living at home but I want one just like it. What a bad ash van. BTW it will be full of chips, pop stains, and little toys no one can find within three months.

[@stickfigureslauralee]

Nah it's just a speed trap in Pocatello as the speed limit drops from 80 to 65 as you start going up a hill. Cops park there pretty regularly.

[@godisgoodallthetime7622]

Thank-you so much, Secret Santa!!!!! YOU ARE TRULY A BLESSING TO SO MANY PEOPLE!!!!! God bless you.

[@candienewton8463]

Missy and her family do so much for each other and their community. They deserve to get a little of that back. Merry Christmas!

[@heytriskit]

This was awesome! Their family gives off wonderful energy. 💛

[@electguitarz]

This one was sooo good! I love his she just hopped right in and took it for a spin! That speeding ticket was well worth it!

[@dianegreyson8787]

When someone receives a nice box of chocolates, I LOVE when they immediately tear it open, take a big bite out of one, then offers it around to let others choose one and share in the joy. Same impulse here, she jumps in and gleefully says let's go give this new joy a whirl, barefoot!

[@JoyJoy-zq6cn]

Thank you secret Santa. May God bless you 10 fold. Thank you also for keeping your identity a secret.

[@gretchenortner]

Ok this it's probably my favorite Secret Santa surprise this year! Honestly, the 15 passenger van Secret Santa gifts have always been my favorite! These big, beautiful families being surprised with vans that can home their entire family are so amazing to watch!!!

[@missprimproper1022]

Wow, they were thrilled with the new washer and dryer and money for food but then came the 15-seater mini-bus, lol! This family are all so grateful to Secret Santa. What a lovely family. God bless them all.

[@Dennis-66]

One of my favorite videos so far, she seems amazing & they all seem so nice & appreciative

[@linneaellis2704]

7:53 Haha!!!! Nate gave his all to get that van to that beautiful family. Mom is so surprised!!! Blending 2 families is so hard. 11 kids who all needed love and blessings have great siblings and parents.

[@Rock_K9]

Holy moly. Eleven children! God has blessed them. And…God bless them. What a wonderful family. And seriously needful gifts. Merry Christmas, everyone. I pray all who are here, find peace in their hearts. You are all loved.

[@daphnelattimer9952]

I needed to hear your words today! Thank you and Merry Christmas!

[@karenoster8291]

❤ Nate… taking one for the cause! One of the many, many Wonderful Secret Santa stories! 🎉

[@elm57]

BOOO to the speeding ticket. This was a great Secret Santa episode. Her taking everyone for a spin was great!

[@moparman1962]

Nate COULD show this video (plus a little more that didn't make the final cut) to the judge, the judge might reduce or dismiss the ticket...it would depend on several things, the judge, the circumstances, the fine amount, how Nate's driving record is, how fast he was clocked at, where it happened and so on. The judge might ask the Prosecutor in open court what he/she wanted to do and it might get dismissed, or at least reduced. It would be worth a shot.

[@MsValley28]

What awesome gifts! This family truly needed these things. What a great Christmas for them! I just love watching these.

[@jeanpatterson4283]

What a magnificent gift. Thank you everyone. Love from Cape Town. Ps these make my day.

[@JokerTheHero]

Hey Secret Santa, Nate and east Idaho news. I have been watching your "Secret Santa" videos since they started all those years ago. I have to say i have not seen one that didn't make this Disabled navy veteran cry. You guys are doing gods work and Secret Santa you are a Saint for doing what you do for all these families over the years. The gifts keep on getting better and its helping to create the idea in other peoples minds that they could be a secret Santa to someone they know or don't know, no matter how little or small the gift, its the thought that counts. I know because i have been doing it for the past 4 years by helping those in need and giving to others what they need the most with no expectations and no questions asked. I thank you Secret Santa for giving me the inspiration to do the same, here in Oregon. God Bless you and God bless East Idaho news. 💯❣Merry Christmas!!

[@David-m7b9d]

Merry Christmas and thank you for your service for our country.

[@JokerTheHero]

@@David-m7b9d Merry Christmas to you too, thank you.

[@brianmarshall636]

Merry Christmas and thank you for your service to our country

[@qreeneyez916]

*Merry Christmas East Idaho News! & A special thanks to Secret Santa for all that he does for these deserving people. You’re truly the light in the darkest days! Merry Christmas everyone! I hope the New Year rings in many new blessings and opportunities! May the wish you wish be granted.*

[@PuffKitty]

Ditto! 🎄⛄🎄

[@nannernose3133]

Very well said, and i agree. Secret Santa is earning jewels for his crown for lightening some very heavy loads and answering needs. Merry Christmas Secret Santa, Nate and ALL the EIN crew, the recipients, and those who nominated them. Happy Birthday, Jesus. Our perfect gift. ❤

[@ONNpankaj]

Secret Santa, EIN and all others precious people behind the scenes Love from Bharat (India) for kindness and generosity ♥

[@surelyiamlove1177]

What a sweet family! What a wonderful gift!❤

[@Dimaz42]

Wonderful family, loved their reactions! Thank you Nate & Secret Santa for blessing another family 😄

[@lennartengel1971]

What al lovely sparkly and enthousiastic woman, The children are also really nice. I wish them the best.

[@alisonj9533]

So many lol over the speeding ticket lol, the van has a story. Such a loving family

[@nannettesteyn4913]

The goosebumps will never go away again ! BLESSINGS ! LOVE YOU ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🇿🇦🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@AwdVanlife]

What a beautiful family. This is what it is all about

[@sue5955]

Wow, thats a family. Wonderful gift from Secret Santa .

[@Olgusha89]

Дорогой Нейт,поздравляю тебя и твою семью,твоих коллег и всех,всех,всех с Рождеством❤❤❤ Вы делаете великое дело и я вас очень люблю,спасибо вам за эмоции,за слезы и улыбки))) Храни вас Бог!и храни Бог Америку❤❤❤

[@shewmonohoto]

I wish I could be a fly on the wall when the husband comes home. Thank you Secret Santa!

[@sonomanatural707]

That was delightful!! It was so good that mom jumped in and took it for a drive! Thank you again Secret Santa!❤️

[@dianegreyson8787]

I loved that too!

[@Car-Geek-Ted]

I hope the Grinch with the speeding camera sees this and the other wonderful work you guys do.

[@brrryan2908]

Naaaaaate! Drive safely please. The world has enough tragedies. Love ya, drive safe.

[@samanthadillard2853]

I also love how it's sort of a full circle moment she's nominated people and then her family got nominated and that is just super sweet secret santa you are amazing keep up the awesome work and I hope you have an absolutely wonderful magical year

[@ms.cellaneous7458]

Absolutely amazing gift. And the big smiles on all their faces. This was the perfect gift for this family. Thank you Secret Santa. You are so generous and thoughtful. Thanks to Nate, Emmy, and the Elves. Wishing everyone here tonight a Very Merry Christmas from me, in Texas. Ho-Ho-Ho Y'all!🎄🎄🤠🎄🎄

[@Davek111]

I had to watch this twice. My face is hurting from smiling so big.... as I watch the love and joy in this family.

[@rebeccawall-scoffield2776]

That girl who answered the door is the spitting image of her mom

[@pep590]

I thought the exact same thing.

[@AB-mx1de]

Way to take one for the team Nate! Hopefully Secret Santa takes care of it

[@moparman1962]

Nate COULD show this video (plus a little more that didn't make the final cut) to the judge, the judge might reduce or dismiss the ticket...it would depend on several things, the judge, the circumstances, the fine amount, how Nate's driving record is, how fast he was clocked at, where it happened and so on. The judge might ask the Prosecutor in open court what he/she wanted to do and it might get dismissed, or at least reduced. It would be worth a shot.

[@jjsrt8]

They will dismiss it or a small fine with no points on record diversion. ​@@moparman1962

[@MadderMel]

A wonderful gift 🎁 from Secret Santa 🎅

[@susanstancliff2937]

Wow! So sorry you got a speeding ticket! It could of been forgiven especially this time of year! Thank you Secret Santa, Nate and crew! Such a deserving family! Merry Christmas!

[@moparman1962]

Nate COULD show this video (plus a little more that didn't make the final cut) to the judge, the judge might reduce or dismiss the ticket...it would depend on several things, the judge, the circumstances, the fine amount, how Nate's driving record is, how fast he was clocked at, where it happened and so on. The judge might ask the Prosecutor in open court what he/she wanted to do and it might get dismissed, or at least reduced. It would be worth a shot.

[@dantobin3863]

Our hero Nate taking it for the team getting the speeding ticket!! Bravo!! 👏👏👏

[@leiilima808]

Joy indeed🥰 A delightful and gracious family! Merry Christmas blessings🌲

[@metropcs7560]

OH MY GOD Love her, can we ride around the block, makes my day, I need an SUV or a Tahoe. I am getting closer to my blessings, I BELIEVE GOD TOO. Thank you Secret Santa, Team and Nate and family!!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!! 🎄 🎄 🎄

[@patrickmannion6426]

That was funny. "Mom the news is here" lol. That was a real good show of how kids should behave and act. That is a sign of great parenting. I am so glad that this family got this gift. Sorry that Nate got a speeding ticket. Maybe set up a go fund me to pay it or maybe Secret Santa can cover this one. They were so humble and that is the best part of this one for me. All around a good surprise.

[@annsorhage8159]

How special. This Secret Santa is one special person! Merry Christmas from Johannesburg!❤

[@daytonfox6440]

Idk if this will be the last secret santa of the year or if we will get one more but want say thank you to the secret santa for being amazing and wanna say thank you to Nate and crew for being amazing. Then for my last thank you is to all the people who wrote letters in to get these people help from secret santa all of you are blessings

[@jobtry]

it goes on till the end of the year

[@donpugh8099]

Best ever..Such a great family ..they deserve it..Secret Santa thank you for helping so many people.God bless her and her family and God Bless Secret Santa

[@deborahaviles708]

WOW! That's a bus! I'm soooooo happy for this huge family! Omg, Nate you got a speeding ticket! Never thought that'd happen, but it was so worth it!!!!! Tysm Nate & Crew at EIN & Thank You Again To The Best Secret Santa Ever 🎅🏾 ❤Merry Christmas❤ ✨️🎄🎁🎁🎁🫂🥹😭😭👣👣👣👣👣👣👣👣👣👣👣🫶🏼🎅🏾😇✨️

[@janicecanfield9211]

This one is a HOLY BUCKETS moment. That's a lots of kids, food, continuous laundry, trips to school, other appointments, etc. Holy BUCKETS! Nate, EIN and Secret Santa, well done. Merry Christmas to all here. 🎅

[@lauraprater4368]

I love watching folks get a helping hand & of course, crying my eyes out with joy!

[@nickiph1]

❤❤That speeding ticket was worth it, though it should be dismissed. God Bless 🙏 Secret Santa 🎅 and everyone at East Idaho News. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🎉🥳

[@moparman1962]

Nate COULD show this video (plus a little more that didn't make the final cut) to the judge, the judge might reduce or dismiss the ticket...it would depend on several things, the judge, the circumstances, the fine amount, how Nate's driving record is, how fast he was clocked at, where it happened and so on. The judge might ask the Prosecutor in open court what he/she wanted to do and it might get dismissed, or at least reduced. It would be worth a shot.

[@gwendalyn1]

this warms my heart thank you santa

[@shaynaletter5589]

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah.

[@susanwallentine8673]

The Hellstroms are the most generous people and such great leaders! I so admire them! Thank you for helping them Secret Santa!

[@victorblock3421]

Beautiful gift.

[@bruwalter8141]

Nate & team fully in action 🎄🎁🚀 Well done 👍💯💐🏆 Loves from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@realmoftheunknown-w8d]

wow that is awesome for them. thank you secret santa

[@trudyappleby1622]

I loveeee this! Watching from the U.K. on Christmas Day!!! Lord please bless this absolutely precious family. Thank you secret Santa & East Idaho news! You rock!! Please follow up with this family. 🙏♥️🙏💝🎄🎅🥳

[@samanthadillard2853]

That was an amazing secret santa surprise I hope she video tapes her husband's response and send it in

[@amynaddra7230]

I love how they ran out barefooted! Great!!

[@ginlj]

Poor Nate must have had to use all of his "investigative journalism" skills to find a van that size so close to Christmas!! And Mom was absolutely driving it right then so everybody had to pile in and hold on - too funny!!

[@aminzahedian3351]

Oh that was really big and beautiful. Sending love and respect to you and secret santa from Germany. God bless you all 🙏🤲🌹🫡🇩🇪😎👏👍🤲🫰😍🥰😘🤗❤️🌹❤️🌹❤️🌹❤️

[@patriciaswitzer3634]

Sorry you got a ticket Nate. But it was well worth it to see how much joy that Secret Santa and East Idaho News brought to this family. Thank you for all that you do to help families.

[@synnvekjerstad5705]

Fantastic... Hope you get help to pay that speeding ticket Nate. This family was so happy. We sure need a follow up on this.

[@mobetta3456]

It's after midnight, and this video just came up, wow !!

[@colleenr7268]

They usually get released about this time 🙃

[@deborahaviles708]

I get mine at 2AM on the dot in NYC & I wait for it 😂❤

[@Ellandriel]

We have a 12 passenger van on a 15 passenger base Driving home from Utah we also got a speeding ticket. The cop actually told us that some brands of tires on the large van rotate quicker so your speedometer doesn’t catch it. We thought he was full of it until we did a speed check ourselves! True!

[@ElectricAngel181]

I said it before and Ill say it again These Secret Santas are All I need for Christmas. ❤❤

[@fs6622]

'Mom, it's the news' 🤣🤣

[@gsmith6026]

And everyone came running.

[@andrea6421]

God bless this family! God bless secret Santa 😊

[@lshimon4]

This was my favorite one. Truly beautiful.

[@debbieellison8011]

I bet Secret Santa will pay for your ticket, right Secret Santa!!! It’s Christmas morning and so many people are blessed because of your generosity every morning you put a smile on my face and happy tears in my eyes MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄

[@-greentoad]

Too bad Nate got a ticket. Especially at Christmas doing secret santa. But funny the mom says, I'm very sick actually, I won't cough on you." Then "can I hug you?" Lol. Happy for this family.

[@Rx-Needles]

Thanks Secret Santa , Nate and the East Idaho News Team! These gifts change both receivers and viewers lives. May you all be blessed

[@jeanieking2017]

How fabulous. A wonderful Christmas for this family. As an aside, as a Texan, I got COLD just watching these kids walk outside in short sleeves and bare feet. LOL.

[@sarahandrade5728]

I am from Costa Rica and I felt the same way 😂

[@carolynkid216]

I think she instantly felt better!!! Thank you Secret Santa, the Lord has used you to bless many. Merry Christmas!!

[@l.janecliftonrozell4707]

I love that one too what a wonderful family. It’s gonna be a wonderful year for everybody. Everybody who got a secret Santa merry Christmas. I enjoyed secret Santa so much thank you for sharing all these wonderful gifts.🎄🎄🎄🕯️🕯️🕯️❤️❤️❤️

[@rochellegorcheck3772]

I hope he has a kinder judge than he did cop when he fights the ticket! Wonderful family! Thank you Secret Santa!!

[@moparman1962]

Nate COULD show this video (plus a little more that didn't make the final cut) to the judge, the judge might reduce or dismiss the ticket...it would depend on several things, the judge, the circumstances, the fine amount, how Nate's driving record is, how fast he was clocked at, where it happened and so on. The judge might ask the Prosecutor in open court what he/she wanted to do and it might get dismissed, or at least reduced. It would be worth a shot.

[@christianebank5098]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ from germany Whatch every day secret santa ,.🎉🎉

[@betnak6283]

Beautiful kids

[@bradley-eblesisor]

From Indiana, near Louisville, Kentucky, thank you, Secret Santa! You bring your joy and love all the way here!!!❤❤❤

[@allisontaylor1818]

What a huge van...such a grateful, loving family. With service to others, many good things happen. Thanks Secret Santa. Oh and Nate, I have had my share of speeding tickets in the past, not recent past...but it is Christmas...grinchy cop.😂❤