(Emotional Video) We Received A Phone Call No Parent Ever Wants To Receive!

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

I wanted to thank everyone for the kind comments and your prayers. It's much appreciated. So many of you have shared your experiences with us and offered words of encouragement for Kaleb. We truly appreciate your support. For those of you who questioned why we chose to wait on the ambulance, the Athletic Trainer provided two options: calling immediately or waiting until I arrived to make the call. As my child's parent, I possess a deep understanding of his needs and chose to be present during the ambulance's arrival, recognizing its potential to be stressful and a little frightening. Multiple reasons prompted my request for him to wait, none of which were financially driven. I wanted to be there to offer Kaleb comfort in that moment. I firmly believe that the collective decisions made by myself, Kevin, the football trainer, and all parties involved were well-considered and for the best. In hindsight, I should have clarified this more effectively on video. I feel like there have been a few comments made regarding my choice that have been very harsh & unjustified criticism during an already very stressful situation. I still feel my choice was the best, regardless of the negative opinions of others. For most of you who are regular viewers, you know our children's well-being is always our top priority. We love and respect them and will always do everything in our ability to do what's best for them.

[@nancybellar3250]

You did the correct measure in my estimation. YOU and your WIFE are the parents so your decisions should of been respected more.

[@codyclan4058]

I thank you did perfect under the surcomstances like I said in my post there is no worse feeling than to see your child go through something like that you can't prepare for something like this and I thank you all did a great job handled it to the best you could I hope he will be able to get back to playing football

[@rickfederici]

@@HiddenHeightsFarm to anyone who criticize your parenting choice in this tragic accident, well they don’t have a glue how to be a parent. Kids don’t come along into our lives with an instruction manual. We learn as we go, and just hope we don’t do any permanent harm while we’re trying to figure out how to care for another human being. What we start with is Love for our child, and everything works off of that love. No one knows your child better than you, and to suggest you might have down something wrong is ridiculous . You guys are not new to parenthood, I’m sure you made the best decisions when it came to what’s best for Caleb. I’m surprised you guys held together as good as you did, I’d have been a basket case if my child was injured like Caleb was. You guys absolutely acted accordingly. Again , much love and prayers to all of you.🙏💙

[@valorieblackwell8356]

Good for you both your chikdren shoyld come first no matter what

[@slickslock814]

God Bless YOU ALL & I WILL BE PRAYING FOR KALEB & ALL OF YOU! I have 4 grown sons & understand how horrific of a medical situation you endured! I think you both handled it perfectly! I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL & YOUR FAMILY! YOUR GREAT PEOPLE. Love, Carrie from Orange County, CA ❤🙏❤️

[@ThePyramidone]

WOWZERS - I'm a former US Army Corpsman. It takes a lot of force to break a femur. Traction is your best option, as it relieves pressure and muscle spasms. Ketamine is no joke either. At least a joint wasn't compromised (hip or knee) nor from what you describe was the femur nerve and artery. Praise God for that. During my time, I helped treat soldiers who experienced many types of orthopedic injuries, and by far femurs are among the most difficult to manage in the field. Prayers for him and your family.

[@susankeltonmacquoidsmith8456]

Thank you for your service and for taking care of our soldiers. Thank you for your prayers. ❤

[@audreyabdo7719]

God bless you and thank you for your service to military for our democracy. My first husband was in the Air Force and he died after eight years while on active duty.💙🇺🇸🤍🇺🇸❤️

[@audreyabdo7719]

Did they put a cast on his surgery?

[@lindamaskus5142]

​@@audreyabdo7719, i hope not. The swelling needs to go down first.

[@helenseaman1343]

​@@audreyabdo7719 no they don't put casts on those types of fractures. Usually there could be a rod placed, screws plates.

[@patriciarickenbaugh3318]

Please let Caleb know we're all rooting for him. Healing goes fast. Make sure he does his PT as he should to keep everything strong and healthy. I'm 73 and I fell on a sidewalk, twisting my leg as I went down, and broke, straight across, tge femur right above a 30 yr old total knee replacement. They could fix mine with a plate and 9 screws. I'm doing perfectly normal, the total knee held. If an old lady can do this he should just blow my progress out of the water. We're all praying and rooting fir him. ❤

[@thereseramey7743]

Sending prayers for a complete healing of his leg! 🙏🙏❤

[@michaeldarby6240]

No doubt ❕🙏🫡💯

[@thefosterfam484]

Praying for Caleb!

[@Cuz-Mama-Sez-So]

I'm so sorry this happened to your Caleb. Prayers for you Caleb that you have no more or very little pain during your recovery. Also that your recovery& that you heal quick. 🙏🙏🙏 When you start physical therapy listen to your body if what you're doing is causing pain then listen to your body. The garbage of no pain no gain is for the birds. I'll warn you that your muscles might shrink so you will have to rebuild your stamina back up & it might have to take you a little bit longer & that's okay if it does. You want to flirt with the pain but not cause severe pain. Once you talk to the DR. or the therapist again ask them about swimming in a pool. That is after your surgery wounds are completely healed & if they say yes you'll be using every muscle in your body. You can water walk by using two floaties one in each hand & also water run in the deeper water. Some places have tread mills in the pools for you to run on. There's very little or no impact while running on that kind of treadmill. You use twice as many muscles in water than you do on land because you are using core muscles to keep yourself upright when water walking & running. My son broke his leg in 6th grade football. He was a big kid (I used to have to carry his school ID & birth certificate when he first started playing in sports. Other parents or the coaches on the opposing teams would demand for me to prove his age. My son went to every game with his cast on & sat on the bench when his team played. You might be injured but you're still part of your team guy. I want to wish your team good luck in the playoffs too. 🙏🙏🙏

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

Thank you

[@Colorista_1]

As a retired flight nurse I can tell you that femur fractures are painful. I can also tell you that he was in the very best hands possible. Praying for him for quick healing

[@smallfries3462]

@@Colorista_1 thank God they are so advanced. In their training and are the best ppl

[@vickieweitz3660]

As a trauma nurse my heart goes out to Kaleb. A femur break is the absolute worst break that anyone can have. My heart also goes out to you both as parents. Stay strong and keep your faith. We are all praying for your entire family.

[@rosepurdy9581]

Never feel you need to apologize for putting your son's needs first. You are so generous with sharing your lives and farm with all of us. Praying for all of your family and healing for Caleb.

[@reginagibson1908]

Don’t apologize for putting your child’s needs first. May God surround you both with peace and comfort.

[@KittyMomma223]

Caleb's injury is one of the most painful breaks. That he was able to get off the strong pain meds, home and back to school so fast is a testament to his strength and the skill of his medical team. Most pro-players would be challenged with the same! And as parents watching your child go through that pain, had to have been horrible! Prayers for you all.

[@tammyschnedler7545]

I am the Housekeeper on our Inpatient Rehab Unit at our local Catholic Hospital. Caleb is doing Amazing to be back at school this soon!! So hopeful he gets to go to the football games! 💝 from Iowa.

[@nancybaldwin4893]

Prayers for Caleb’s complete healing.

[@EmilyRoberts367]

Hope he get better soon ❤❤❤❤

[@lisathayer9170]

Prayers for Caleb for fast healing and recovery 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mikeholland721]

Tell Caleb hang in there it will get better. Don’t ever apologize for not sharing information about your family until you are ready.

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

We appreciate that!

[@wrinklesandsprinkles]

Sorry you were injured Kaleb. Make sure you follow your doctor’s instructions so your leg heals perfectly. Long bones take awhile to heal, but are extremely important to mobility.

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

Thank you for your advice!

[@deannakattner68]

As an old ortho RN, make sure you let your dentist know before the next time he is seen (even a cleaning) that he has hardware now ❤ Prayers for a quick and full recovery

[@laurascholz7334]

Best wishes for his recovery.

[@melissadowdy5999]

I lost my son at 22 in a wreck he had 2 children. I am so glad your son will be ok. I am so happy for you. GOD IS GOOD. Please accept my prayers for the family. I am now dealing with my 40 year old son may lose his foot due to a broken ankle. God bless you all.

[@Avalanche_Broncos_Fan]

💙💙🙏💙🙏🙏

[@marybroussard043]

I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️‍🩹 keeping you in my prayers 🙏🏽

[@Indianadoordasher]

So sry for ur loss

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

So sorry

[@susanlewis9351]

God bless you and your family

[@kkeenan536]

The worst thing as a parent is to see your child in pain 😭 So glad he’s OK & the family is adjusting! Prayers for complete healing and recovery 🙏🕊🙌

[@virginiajorgensen8614]

I’m so sorry that Caleb was injured but fortunately he got wonderful care. I hope that he recovers quickly.

[@glorywatkins3165]

Our hearts go out to your family, I have had katamine and the freaky things your brain imagines is unreal. He's a strong young man and it will take time to heal. Just know your youtube family is behind you and praying for all of your family.

[@patiaday1]

Prayers of healing and speedy recovery for Caleb. 🎉❤

[@angelnolan2840]

Prayers for Caleb for fast and complete healing. Prayers for Mom &Dad for peace of mind during his healing.

[@bbkcreations13]

So sorry Caleb! Praying for your recovery. Please Lord give Caleb healing for his leg. Please give him relief from pain and give him comfort. In Jesus name I pray. Amen

[@alisonlightner866]

Amen. Thank you Jesus in advance for healing of Caleb.

[@ksmith8793]

Amen! 🙏

[@aussiegardener1773]

Amen

[@donnablake1195]

@@bbkcreations13 Amen 🙏

[@KathyCoile-qk5zm]

Prayers for Caleb's complete healing

[@gracecaron773]

I feel for Caleb. Fractured my femur 2 years ago after falling down stairs. Very painful but surgery went well and I am fortunate to have healed without complications. He is young and strong, so he will be determined and with physiotherapy I believe he will do well. Patience is the hard part.

[@Ramona57-TX]

That was quite an event for all of you. Tell him to let the bones heal and to follow PT, it makes all the difference. I have had both knees replaced and PT was my number one job. I had the Ulnar nerve transposition in my left arm, that's another story. I am sending healing energy and prayers for your son.

[@brendarenfro3887]

Prayers for caleb!! And Mom and Dad!!

[@kayashmore4296]

God is absolutely good. It could have been worse. He is strong & still growing. Will continue to pray for good results as he heals.

[@patrice1966]

Prayers for a speedy recovery and complete healing for Caleb.

[@teresaburnette3778]

Prayers. Stay strong. You are good parents ❤❤

[@michellemartin8390]

Caleb is a wonderful son. Good job Mom & Dad!

[@reneefoster6991]

Don't apologize. Y'all had to do what was best for the family. Sending prayers.

[@pamelavargas6811]

No apologies needed Your life and Times are private...you share what you want...❤❤

[@sheila1811]

I am a 74 year old female and I had the exact same injury in high school running hurdles. Compound fracture and had the weights at the end of the bed. My prayers for your son. I was in the hospital for 3 months and in a body cast for 3 months. I had to learn to walk again with therapy. All was well afterwards. ❤

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

Thank you so much for sharing your story, we appreciate your prayers!

[@Tetelestai.John19.30]

Prayers for Kaleb and Mom and dad. Nothing is worse than your children in pain and the helplessness you feel. So thankful Kaleb is going to be okay. God is good!❤ You have raised a wonderful, strong, brave, young man. Kudos to Mom and Dad!❤

[@katpowell961]

My heart goes out to your son. I can testify how painful that kind of break is. I was flipped by my DOG on October 13th 2023. That was a Friday, and had I known I would not have gotten out of bed. I am decades older, so my recovery was not to be. I go in for another surgery on the 21st of this month. I will keep your son in my prayers. I suscribed to your channel, and I know he will be good to go in no time. Oh, my son, Caleb, was here the day it happened !! It was meant to be that I found your channel!!

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

Thank you so much for your prayers and kind words.

[@cathymorasch4164]

So glad he’s going to be okay. So scary!

[@peggyrotert3921]

Prayers going out to all of you.

[@sueb7591]

Prayers for Caleb for a complete and speedy healing

[@sarawoods7874]

My youngest son at 14 fell forty feet from a tree and broke his ankle, leg and had compression fractures in his L1 and L2. He was life flighted 63 miles to the closest children's hospital. By the grace of God, he didn't need surgery and they put a walking cast and a brace on him and three days later stood him up and let him walk. He is now almost 21 and still deals with pain. They are talking about fusing his sacrioilic joint(spelling?) several years before my aunt who weighed more than 600 lbs fell and broke her femur and never really learned to walk again.

[@sarawoods7874]

I didn't get to fly with him as they had three choppers on the ground at our little hospital at one time. They had to put him in an ambulance and drive him across the street to a parking lot to load him on the helicopter.

[@erikaseeling1768]

Prayers for continued healing.

[@connieodom545]

God bless Caleb for his strength and courage

[@4_TheBroken]

Continued prayer for Caleb for a fast recovery and quick healing. 🙏

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

Thank you

[@Davebaker364]

We’re praying for Caleb’s fast recovery!😢❤

[@tilly28569]

Good on Caleb , that’s what my daughter is doing. She’s an anaesthetists assistant in A&E They operate 24 hours a day in that department. She’s such a tough kid, wants to qualify to run the air ambulance among other stuff. She got a batchelors degree in medical operating dept. So it’s years of long hours but she’s never been happier. You go for it. 😊

[@jessicapasch3973]

Caleb you got this and you guys are awesome parents

[@cyndisunderland5739]

Keeping Caleb in our thoughts and our prayers🙏🏼

[@mindyelliott9545]

Prayers going to Kaleb for a fast recovery ❤ He's a lucky young man to have wonderful parents!

[@failsauceinc6291]

Caleb can be a supportive person for his teammates

[@frankwilliams1157]

I'm glad it wasn't any worse. God bless to a speedy recovery.

[@helenbonanno4804]

MEMORIES !!! Flooding memories of my son’s accident. Rt leg had 7 breaks ( yes the femur ) plus his ankle was nearly ripped off. Bones side by side, spasms, meds, icu !!! Spent 6weeks in hospital in traction, another surgery, home in a body cast to his armpit. Sending my thoughts and prayers

[@kimnisley2957]

Sounds vary painful and stressful for all involved.

[@angeemh7]

Prayers for Caleb, for a complete and speedy recovery!!! Love your channels!!!

[@matthewcamdenparanormalohio]

Prayers for Caleb for fast healing and recovery 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@melissalangley2006]

Prayers for healing and recovery for Caleb.

[@sfdf1979]

So sorry about your son’s injury. That is a severe and life threatening injury. Prayers for complete and rapid recovery. 🙏🏻

[@ReeceS6419]

So scary! I'm glad it wasn't a brain injury! Our pastor's son got a concussion in a game and had to sit out some games and was released to play. He was hit during a game again and had a traumatic brain injury and never recovered. It was devastating! He died 4 years ago. I haven't had much desire to watch football since. 😢

[@williamsanders2808]

My brother broke his femur back in the 1980's, and he spent 3 weeks in the hospital in traction. Today's medical systems and procedures are way better than they used to be.

[@nortonsleather]

Hang in there Kaleb! We’re praying for a fast and smooth recovery!

[@maryloulerma1246]

One day at a time praying 🙏🏼 for him and you two

[@twillahelmrich7360]

Prayers for a full and speedy recovery for Caleb.

[@driftracingchampion123jace4]

Glad to hear that Caleb wasn’t killed and glad he is doing ok after his surgery for such a very bad injury like that.

[@margieschatz7610]

My prayers are with Kaleb and your family. I understand the "phone call" received by a parent, as 18 years ago, my newly married son and daughter-in-law were in a horrific auto accident where my daughter-in-law had her femur broken through in addition to other life threatening issues. I am thankful she survived and they produced two wonderful grandboys, now 16 and 11. They live close by and we've had the privilege of helping her out with family these past years. I'm glad to hear Kaleb is progressing nicely and has a wonderful support system. God bless you all!

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

Thank you for sharing your story and prayers. We are so grateful for the support.

[@Orangeshebert]

My gosh! Caleb is such a trooper! Wishing all of you health and happiness.

[@loriekesslersmith2911]

May God keep his healing hands upon him.

[@stephenhenson2819]

👋 Kevin, Reachel, got a gut feeling, he's gonna blow everyone's mind and be up and running in no time!! ❤ ❤ 😊 🙏

[@FlyerPatty29]

I’m so sorry to hear all this that your son had to go through. Doesn’t matter about their age. I showed up my son‘s job site because he called me because he was having a stroke and he didn’t know it at 4 AM. And he is 54 years old and it just, no words to describe my 8 AM. They had on a helicopter going to Vegas so the part of what you were going through there’s no way to describe how you had to go through this young man boy. So my prayers are with you and your family.

[@kathleenredick275]

Agree. Our children are our children no matter their age. Mid 70s here, and my oldest is 54.

[@texanasimmons1761]

When I was a teenager, I volunteered at a major Dallas, Texas hospital and we had several Dallas Cowboys who would be injured and be patients in our hospital. I met several of the players with broken legs, head injuries, and other various broken bones and injuries. After they recovered they all went back to playing. Im sending prayers for his healing. 🏈🏈🤟🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@deloresbradner8928]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 praying your son have a speedy recovery 🤗🙏🏾❤️

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

Thank you so much for your prayers!

[@dorisharrison9885]

So sorry to hear about Caleb accident but thank God for His mercy that he is doing better,we will continue to pray for him❤❤❤

[@clarencepcanine]

THANK YOU for respecting his privacy and wishes!!! I hope his recovery is smooth and complete!

[@nancyconca9892]

Kevin and Rachael please don’t apologize about anything - you and your family always come first ❤ Thoughts and prayers for Caleb that he will have a quick, safe full recovery from his leg fracture 🙏💙🫶🤞 Prayers also for your family - it must have been a scary ordeal for all of you to go through 🥺😢🙏 Take care and thanks for posting - I enjoy sharing your life on your farm 🍀💚‼️🤩

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@KoviWolfdog]

Man, I cannot imagine the pain!. I hope he makes a full recovery and back better then ever for next season.

[@debbiejohnson1441]

Prayers for Caleb. Prayers for a full recovery and no lasting effects.

[@elsiemiracle7618]

Thank you, Jesus. Prayers for a speedy recovery ❤❤❤❤❤

[@doanahumphreys8372]

Prayers for Kaleb's speedy recovery. Prayers for you and Rachel also.

[@conniep5200]

Hi from MN: This injury happened to our son when he was 5. He was put in traction also. He healed very well and he is 43 years old now, and no lingering after effects. Caleb is going to do great and especially in a Children’s hospital. Prayers and hugs for a speedy and painless recovery!!!!!

[@fondadeen1164]

Prayers for Kaleb's continued healing thanks Mom and Dad for sharing his story so very scary. GOD bless Him and the whole family

[@HiddenHeightsFarm]

Thank you for your prayers, we appreciate them so much.

[@FiliaNoctis]

Ketamine was originally made for Horses. its very strong. That poor kid his pain was off the charts for them to use that. best wished to him and your family.

[@sandianaya5141]

Oh my…,what a brave young man. God be with you all.

[@AngelB77]

I'm glad Caleb will be ok. Hopefully he makes a quick full recovery.

[@clp6691]

Sending Healing Thoughts and Prayers to your son and whole family.

[@carolb3122]

Prayers sent up for Caleb and you. May God put His healing hand upon him. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lindareid5573]

Prayers for Caleb

[@michellegonthier6251]

No need to apologize; your family is a priority. May God bless Caleb with quick and complete healing. God bless you all.

[@tczcus]

Awwww Hugs Kaleb..... Praying For A Speedy Recovery ❤

[@doglover2023]

I'm praying for Caleb for healing. God bless you all.

[@jackbarker3583]

Prayers for quick healing for Caleb.

[@sherrywilliams409]

I know this is my second comment but Rachel, as a former Mom to athletes I give you a huge hug! I know what you are going through.

[@Staceyhensley10]

Praying for Caleb’s healing and with him being young and still growing that helps a lot with the recovery process.

[@kathyritchie4442]

I'm glad Kaleb is going to be able to heal and be good as new. Muscle Spasms are so painful, then he had the bone side by side, that would cause anyone to scream. Being young and healthy, he will probably heal faster. Prayers for Kaleb and you and Rachel as you help him to be comfortable as he heals.❤

[@karenchalberg6977]

Love and Prayers for Kaleb’s healing.

[@karronfarias9946]

Bless his heart😭. Praying for fast healing

[@ForTheGreaterGood9]

Sending up prayers for complete healing for Kaleb, and all your family. So sweet of his sister to offer her room to him...thank you for sharing and have a blessed week...Love Hugs and Healing Prayers...💗😇🙏🏻

[@lavondabeckrow2206]

Prayer for your son. Big hugs you mom n dad Thank goodness for they relief for him. Thank you for sharing God bless him.. Foot ball, yicks Broken Bone ouch

[@denisehorton6859]

Praying for complete healing!!!🙏🙏

[@law7897]

Get well soon Caleb, sending you healing prayers and best wishes xx

[@lorahaworth5]

Prayers for speedy recovery and 100% healing for Caleb. 🙏❤️‍🩹

[@conniehoren8386]

Prayers for you and Caleb as he recovers. 🙏💪✝️🛐

[@carolschultz6195]

OMG how terrible. I will keep Caleb in my prayers. for a fast recovery. Hang in there "mom & dad" ♥

[@bethmasters8970]

Prayers for Caleb and the family. God be with them all.

[@nancyquiett5902]

Prayers for healing

[@AmaTXLori]

Praying for Caleb as he recovers from this injury.

[@leeslone3640]

So glad he's doing ok and a great family to take care of him ❤❤❤