I fell off a 30 foot cliff and LIVED | Derik's Story Part 1

On April 4, 2010, I went through the most traumatic experience of my entire life. I fell off of a 30 ft cliff in St. George, Utah, and nearly died. I shattered my whole entire face and had to get it reconstructed. I've only ever shared this story with close friends and family, so opening up about all of this is pretty weird for me! I share all of the details I can remember about the accident and talk about how my life has been impacted by it. This is Part 1. Part 2 will be all about the after-effects and my life now!
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[@danielleritchie6213]

I started crying wen ur parents said we just want him to live...I can't imagine wat they went thru..God is good!

[@lyzzrobertson2055]

All the time!

[@oneilwemereko8476]

All the time

[@lyzzrobertson2055]

@@oneilwemereko8476 God is good.

[@familykabeya1659]

Amen 🙏🏿😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😎😊

[@oliviatheaussie8579]

🙏🏻 amen

[@zachshackelford9181]

I think I speak for everyone watching when I say we’re stoked you’re here! Thank you for sharing I’m sure it’s not easy to talk about

[@SarahAndDerik]

Thanks so much man! This made me super happy haha. Super happy I could share it!

[@ashlynn1652]

Yes I couldn't agree more. This entire family is just such a light in these dark times. They bring laughter & happiness & joy to all who come in contact with them. Really wholesome family. I'm suffering a severe tooth infection right now & binge watching. It gets my mind off the pain I'm in for a bit😊

[@grammichal6759]

@@ashlynn1652 Take good care Ashley!! Make sure you’re getting all the antibiotics and other treatments you need. A severe tooth infection is very very serious. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@jessierose1813]

I am happy you are here too! God is so good!

[@kasieowens6350]

Yes totally agree. Very glad the angels were covering you.

[@TheChefSteph8]

My best friend fell off of a cliff in 2016 and unfortunately he did not survive. Praise God you are okay 🖤🥲

[@SarahAndDerik]

I am so sorry to hear that. Definitely so grateful 🙏

[@morganbarfield108]

Oh my god, I am so so deeply sorry 😞

[@handlingthehowards9543]

I am so sorry to hear this

[@angelinblesson8722]

I can believe it I am sorry to hear this I am not happy I want to pray for you

[@TheChefSteph8]

Thank you everyone 🖤

[@Mori-chandesu]

This is where i really appreciate my time as an Air ambulance medic. You get to save lives.

[@Ruth78620]

My cousins an air medic she was based out of Chicago for years and now she's in Alaska.

[@luns486]

Thanks for doing what you do.

[@memeya3267]

I appreciate you, thank you for your hard work.

[@lesa6498]

Thank you for serving the people who need it the most. All 1st responders & medical community are amazing & super hero/shero......💜💜💜💜 survival has served you very well. Love light & positivity sending you love & hugs. Get a protection stone to carry with you. & Stay healthy you're a beautiful human, I hope you know that. You're brother & y'all's wives are magical to watch. xoxo💜💜💚💚💚

[@slc1161]

As a believer, I believe there is no such thing as coincidences. The fact that your uncle could be at the receiving hospital with you is pretty awesome and amazing. And to be able to orchestrate everything that happened to get your face reconstructed also is not a coincidence. God is good. Very happy that you were here and able to share your life with your wife and your beautiful babies.

[@angie7777-7]

Amen on everything said here🙏!

[@Anyanke87]

That is such crap, what does that mean for the people who died in similar situations as well as for their loved ones?

[@bripearce45]

@@Anyanke87 it means it is their time to go.... doesn't mean God isn't good...

[@invisiblue3212]

I also have an imaginary friend! His name is Peter Puffinblunt and he is good, too! The doctors that actually saved his life and his face are good, too, and they're real people, how cool is that?!?!?😲

[@anamairarezendedebritogama3]

​@@invisiblue3212And who gave those doctors wisdom to do what they did? Nothing works without God's permission. Maybe one day, HE will show you that... May God bless you !

[@abbymorris617]

I'm waiting for the church to make this story into a movie...but seriously your dad's faith and your strength is so admirable

[@SarahAndDerik]

hahah that would be epic! Thanks a ton Abby!

[@breeaillestowe5584]

That would be very cool!

[@imanigrant6708]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@zoefoley6818]

Wait…Are they also LDS?

[@breeaillestowe5584]

@@zoefoley6818 yes. :)

[@nessaamarie5274]

The fact that you were only in 8th grade when this happen and you still survived is beyond remarkable. Thankful you’re still alive and could bring baby Jack into the world with ur beautiful wife

[@cherylmckiver2047]

Yes thank u JESUS! Everyday!

[@breeaillestowe5584]

I just want to start off by saying- Thank You for sharing this intense, personal, emotional story with all of us! (As a member of the same church) I got major chills when you said your father gave you a blessing. It's apparent that the Angel's were with you and carried you up that mountain with the EMT's. It's also very apparent that God had a plan for you! I loved hearing this story and hearing of a miracle that played out. Again, Thank You for sharing your story! I look forward to part 2.

[@SarahAndDerik]

You are seriously so kind. Thank you! It definitely was a miracle and I couldn't be more grateful! Excited to share part 2 this sunday😊

[@haileypaz961]

♡

[@sarahmccarthy4462]

@@sabrinamurphy4009 so because you don't believe in God you got to be ignorant

[@lidiaioanaoant6103]

@@haileypaz961 ,,

[@MW-rq5uc]

I don’t know how Derik got to be funny, fun loving, loving, so family oriented, so unique, and so in love with the true valuable moments of life, ie, how he loves seeing Jack smiling. Jack is so loving, you have done well guys. And Sara, I will toast you next time, the woman warrior bringing Jack to this world. I am so glad you are sharing with us...thank you!! Post trauma experience can be so unreal, I feel for you!

[@babethebuilder1]

i can’t believe i, as a subscriber for awhile of your family and channel, have never seen this video before. this puts so much more into perspective of your life for me . the person you are today, your personality, your outlook on life, your absolute appreciation of the little things that come through the screen, the reason you are who you are and the wayy you seem so much more mature than other guys your age, the way you’re so playful and joyous with your wife and child. i thought you were just another beautiful family making content when i first subbed but then over time i realized it’s so much more than just 3 beautiful on the outside people. you are truly a family unit through and through, you are each other’s support system and you are kind and loving towards not just each other and your child but the rest of your extended family and your friends and fans. seeing this story makes me realize why bad things happen to some people sometimes. you had to go through a very painful, very ugly experience to grow and wisen up and be grateful and appreciate the beauty in life in all the little and big moments. there’s not a better young family i can think of to be rooting for in this day and age we’re in thank you derik and sarah! i hope you have many many happy, fulfilling years ahead of you! don’t ever EVER forget that you are special and you are good and that god def had a bigger purpose for you in life! many many thanks going up for your miracle that you are able to here with us all now ! in twice your age and yet i learn so much from you both about kindness and joy and patience and remembering to be child like in the little things sometimes as you are with jack and i’m sure will be with sunny marie as well! i love you all so very much! many blessings xo

[@shelijorgensen2921]

I totally remember when this happened. We were in the same ward and Kathryn and Collin and I remember them asking for our prayers and faith you would recover! It’s great to see you and your beautiful family!

[@SarahAndDerik]

This is seriously so amazing. I never knew they had done that! They are the best aunt and uncle ever! It was super nice having Collin stationed at the hospital I was in as well!

[@sarawoffinden3742]

awe that is so cool that people from the same ward from so long ago can stay connected

[@gabrieleseitz9169]

Thanks for sharing your wonder so open and clear! I felt close to you, cause I had a very heavy accident 3 1/2 years ago. I was 65 years, when it happened. A car came crashing into the front of ours. The young woman, who was driving, had overtaken some other cars, even though there was a white line on the street and therefore forbidden to do so. When the car was around 20 meters away from us, I felt in my body that the car would overtake again. I shouted to my friend, she should stop - and then my brain was shut down for some minutes, so I didn't hear the crash. I came back noticing that my arm was broken, my nose was bleeding. I ooened the door, climbed out and shouted: I'm still alive! Then I shout for my friend, who had been driving, Brigitte, are you alive??? I sat down on the gras, realized, how lucky we were: the street was an allee and our car had been thrown between two of them right in the middle! I was still calling for my friend, until someone tipped lightly on my shoulder and said: "She's alive, too. She's still in the car, but police is coming to get her out. It all will be okay". That releaved me. Then some people came rushing to me, cutting my trousers of and helping me - I didn't realize it anymore. I was flown by helicopter to the hospital like you - a much shorter trip for me, but didn't notice it. I had deep cuts from the safetybelts, on the left my ader was cut, so I lost a lot of blood like you, my nose was smashed, my rips and my sternum were broken and my arm. The operated on my directly, otherwise I would have died of the bloodloss. On the next day I felt pain in my belly, told it to the doctors and was operatedagain: a sepsis has started, as I had inner wounds and smashs. My sister saw me on the second day and thought, I wouldn't make it. My daughter answer: Well ,Mum is strong! She'll make it! After 4 month in hospital I could go home, still having 2 big wounds on the left side of my belly, which I had to wash every day. These 4 months were really hard and the time after that, too. I still have pain in my back and in my belly and I'm mentaly not fully well. The hardest thing is that I have to fight for my rights with my!!! insurance company, though they can take the money back from the crasher. But most of all I'm glad to be alive, to see my kis and grandkids grow, to be able to sing in 2 choires, to do some hobbies, meet family and friends and to tell people that in all of the pain, tears, fears and really hard times I felt God holding me and carrying me through!!! Sure, my story is much different and as you've been a kid at that time, you might have learned to live with the consquences better than me. But we both had many engels protecting us and leading us through - and still do. I wish you all the best, you're a wonderful young man blessed with a loving wife and sweet babies/children. So stay healthy all of you, God is blessing you, Ela from Moers, Germany 🤨🤗🤗🤗

[@WhatsUppeople-nl3gp]

Bro ur such a fighter bro that makes u so cool and unique. I can’t belive u pushed through and made it good job mate

[@candaceroberts3238]

Now, as a dad, you can imagine the horror your parents went thru, I feel sad for them too. You were protected and came thru perfect despite what your parents were told the prospects were.

[@Sashas-mom]

It would’ve been horrifying for his precious parents. Bless their hearts. 🙏🏼

[@sharithompson1672]

My dad was in a horrific accident and I remember those awful hallucinations. While he was in ICU he thought there were robbers that looked like the hamburgler coming down on ropes from the ceiling in the corner. He kept insisting I get under the bed and hide. Finally I figured the only way to calm him was to “shoot” the burglars so I grabbed my invisible gun and pretended to shoot them all. I was really getting into it, hopping around like a charley’s angel and looked up at some point to see a hoard of hospital staff standing at the windows facing into the room looking on with a mixture of laughter and horror. Not my finest day, but it did settle his mind.

[@BrookeKatherine.]

Gosh I wish you were with me for mine! My mom stayed every night but I had an emergency tracheotomy preformed bc I went into cardiac arrest for 20 minutes. (I was 17 at the time but, 22 now!) and I couldn’t talk. Had crazy hallucinations that the nurses were trying to kill me and I couldn’t tell anyone. (I also couldn’t move bc I kept ripping out everything and trying to take my trach out so I was tied down) also had one where my dad had a tiny head (imagine the guy from beatlejuice lol) and told me I should have died. Was so convinced that he wanted me dead that when I finally got the chance to write it I told my mom lol. She actually called him and said it because of how scared I was! Can’t believe it!

[@sharithompson1672]

@@BrookeKatherine. I’m so glad you’re better now 💕😃 (that cardiac arrest gives me shivers) My dad also had hallucinations that the nurses were trying to kill him. It makes sense though, they’re sticking needles and tubes in, must be terrifying, especially when u don’t have full control of your senses. I’d have “shot” the bad guys for ya! I’m pretty good with my invisible gun, if I do say so myself...😄

[@ashtaylor4107]

That’s the greatest thing I’ve ever heard. 😂😂🥺

[@donnarupert4926]

@Shari Thompson…Girlfriend, I would have done the same thing for my Daddy💕🙋🏽‍♀️

[@aandrews9141]

Aww... that is actually a really awesome story!!! That was such a great thought to do to settle his mind.

[@elainemcqueary3780]

You are Latter-day Saints. I knew there was something special about your family. I am so glad your dad was there to give you a blessing. I know that is why you are here today to share your story with us. Love you guys. 🥰

[@just_me744]

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[@beccabeaulieu3727]

True survivor. I know the feeling you speak about saying it forever changed your life defines who you are today. 4 Years ago I fell off a 34 ft overpass. So lucky to be alive today and blessed. Bless you and your beautiful family ❤

[@cindyfitzgerald4500]

You are so blessed and I’m happy you are still here too! Even though I don’t know you at all I think you are just as lucky and blessed as Derek is 🤗

[@beccabeaulieu3727]

@@cindyfitzgerald4500 thank you 💜

[@cindyfitzgerald4500]

@@beccabeaulieu3727 You are so welcome 🤗

[@marciatucker9696]

It is so nice to hear young people speak about their relationship with God, faith, and gratitude. You can tell you have a zest for life and are grateful for each and every moment. May God continue to bless you and your wonderful family. ❤🙏

[@SarahAndDerik]

Thank you so much! You are seriously so kind!

[@frugivorebear]

Dad gives a blessing... Nurse shows up❤️🙏

[@susansmith4784]

God is good🌟

[@pamelasmithson4303]

I just loved that your Dad gave you a blessing when he saw you. Immediately he placed you in the healing hands of God💚

[@aliciarideaux6520]

AMEN

[@nikkinicole5435]

Amen

[@loriholth9551]

Amen

[@katherinechatham9032]

Praise God!

[@Bvddy.H0lly]

Thank you God. Thank you for helping him.

[@Jamie.42]

Very thankful for all the medical staff and everyone who was by your side!! We are all happy that you're here to tell the story!! God Bless you and your family ❤️

[@Joy-ys4mq]

Wow! What a MIRACULEOUS story! Your alive because God was not ready for you. You are here in this world because He has a purpose for you. You are an Amazing husband and father and God has plans for you. The fact that your Dad did not panic and wrapped your head with his shirt and gave you a Blessing is Amazing!

[@tkaerich]

So happy you’re still with us, Derek!! Look at all the blessings you’ve been given! Such a beautiful family!!

[@SarahAndDerik]

Seriously so grateful! Thank you! 🙏

[@debbyness7918]

I remember so clearly your mom letting me know about your accident and how scared we all were. You definitely had angels and lots of prayers during that time and how lucky we are that you did! Big hugs to all of you. ❤️

[@SarahAndDerik]

It's so good to hear from you Debby! Seriously am so grateful for all the prayers and support during that time. Hope you guys are doing well! 💛

[@donnacalamaro9824]

I new a band called 5 story fall. One of the most talented band member fell out of a 5 story building. Lost 1/2 of one leg the other he had to brace. So theory went that if you ever fell more then 5 stories their would be no way you'd survive. Great story & Great to be alive today!!!!!

[@gregorybrown9432]

I love the way you look at Derek. You hurt for him but you also know that you could have had a totally different life had it gone differently. Your love is written all over your face.

[@sarah4359]

I became super sick with an infection 7 years ago and ended up in the ICU for two weeks (+ a week in the hospital after). Hallucinations from the meds were SO scary! My family still talk about it today, that it's a miracle that I even survived. God is good

[@jessiedonn146]

As a mom of 3 I cried through this at the thought of what your parents witnessed and what you all lived through. One of your purposes in life is spreading that contagious positivity that you (both) have! Watching you has been an amazing reminder of the patience and fun I had with my kids before my own health issues and how much of a priority it should be in my whole life. Love you guys!!

[@doseofemily]

At the end you mentioned your speech. You are very well spoken and confident. No one would have any idea that you struggle with that, so please be confident. You look and sound like an incredible person. Your wife sees it and the whole world sees it. The way Jack interacts with you proves what a beautiful soul you have. God bless you guys! Sweetest family ever!

[@christinacosby9320]

My son had a major brain injury at 15 playing high level water polo. He went thru years of therapies learning balance, foggy brain, loss of words, endless scary symptoms. He’s 21 now, loving his life. Praising God for where this has taken him. He will always have deficits to deal with but he is so thankful for his life. Your story reminds us of what we currently still go through. So happy for your outcome!

[@DLGR21]

Your parents experience remind me of my mom. She had 3 boys and 3 girls, my sister passed when she was 6 months old and every one of us had traumatic accidents happen through out our childhood. My mom doesn't really talk about her experiences having to rush to a hospital with a different child every year. I have mad respect for any parent to be able to keep their sanity through it all.

[@letmeexplain1816]

Life's experiences are amazing, I think of so many times that I could of been taken from this earth. I had a near drowning experience, which haunted me for years. Once I miraculously saved my sister from a snake🐍 bite, that same sister saved me from a bicycle accident. There's some incidents that never leave us !!😊 I'm one of 12 children !!

[@dianewisham5426]

Oh my goodness Derek I’m so glad you made it because you’re such a wonderful guy and dad and husband. God has big plans for you sweetie ❣️

[@mindyourbusinesbro6813]

Crying while hearing the horrors you went through but lookin at you and thanking god you survived all of that 😰🙏🏽💕

[@jillianhubel3250]

So glad that you ok and able to talk about this now. I know exactly what you’re parents went through. November 9, 2020, my 4 year daughter fell out of our 2nd story window and landed on her face. She broke her arm in 2 places, ended up with 3 skull fractures and had a brain bleed. But if it wasn’t for her accident, I never would have known about her brain malformation. She never showed any symptoms of having it and her neurosurgeon said by the time she would have, maybe about 6 months from then, she would not be here at all. That accident saved her life and she had surgery to help fix it on February 2021.

[@heyhihowyoudoin5411]

Do you mind if I ask what her malformation was? I had a Chiari malformation type 1, just curious

[@ocean_waves6685]

Bad parent why are you so neglectful, take care of your child or give her up.

[@purpleorangutan_2]

@@ocean_waves6685 wow, stop they are not a bad parent!

[@Abbyb9649]

@@ocean_waves6685 WOW. You're a bad parent. They didn't know.

[@kathleensaenz4717]

God works in mysterious ways. 🙏😇

[@lifewithamiinjapan]

I'm a LDS here in Japan. I am so thankful that Heavenly Father was watching over you that day. I can't imagine how painful it must has been. It's a blessing that you survived that. 🙏 stay safe and praying over the family 🙏

[@SarahAndDerik]

Thanks so much! Definitely so grateful 🙏

[@windandsea12]

UMC is an incredible trauma unit. My husband was a Fatal detective in Vegas and we told our kids that if anything was to happen to you and you could speak that you insist on going to UMC. We even teased about having it tattooed on their arm. My husband has seen miracles happen at that hospital. Children’s Primary in SLC is fantastic. You are most likely alive because you were treated at UMC and faith 💙

[@SarahAndDerik]

Seriously couldn't be more grateful I was able to be treated there! It really is the best. I definitely agree!

[@jenniferquackenbush7458]

My heart goes out to you, Derik. I bet this happening definitely had a huge part in defining you as the person you are today. Your father’s blessing obviously worked. You ended up going through some horrible times, but your life has turned out better for it. I totally feel ya about raging coming out of anesthesia. I’ve had to have a few surgeries related to my Graves Disease and I’ve had some horrific experiences waking from anesthesia. I really believe you wouldn’t be the man you are today without surviving that terrible fall. You are a wonderful husband to Sarah and an amazing Dad. Thank you so much for sharing this very personal tragedy. 🫶

[@susanbeam4337]

I am sorry you had to go through that. But I am glad you survived. You are an amazing man. I love how you love Jack.

[@kimhernandez4323]

As a parent I can't imagine seeing one of my children like this 💔. So glad you survived bless you and your family. 🙏❤

[@DraGnFly007]

The horror of being a parent to watch their child possibly fall to their peril. 🤯🤯Guardian Angel's in the flesh AND spirit! 🙏🙏🙏

[@heathertanner508]

That's all I could think of,I can't imagine how they felt or what he physical endured,but God is truly good.

[@nbooch73]

Your family is my FAVORITE FAMILY ON TICTOK!!! KZbin! The love that you two share and the love for the Lord give me so much hope for my children’s future! This world is so much better that all three of you are in it! Thank you for sharing your life, your love, and your family with us! You’re all so inspiring 🙏🏻💕🙌🏻

[@SarahAndDerik]

This is seriously the nicest message ever! Thank you so much. So happy you're here🤍🤍

[@TeamJah4]

@@SarahAndDerik I love your family and I'm so glad your ok. Y'all are awesome!

[@dorindas7330]

As a parent I could just not imagine the pure panic/fear....helplessness your parents must have felt. Thank God they kept their cool...and that you survived. I can't tell you how much I enjoy your videos. How good they make me feel. You are a blessing as is your beautiful wife and son ...and new daughter. The world is a better place because you are in it Derik 🤗💜

[@lauradrew2149]

DERIK........GOOD GRIEF, IM SPEECHLESS. I 1ST SAW YOU & SARAH ON TIC TOC. I KNEW YOU HAD AN ACCIDENT BUT THIS IS THE 1ST I'VE HEARD THE STORY. THANK GOD YOU'RE HERE WITH ALL OF US! THANK GOD YOU HAVE SARAH & YOU HAVE EACH OTHER!!! IM SO SORRY YOU HAD TO EXPERIENCE THIS IN YOUR LIFE .❤️🙏🏻

[@rhondacombs7780]

Thanks you so much for sharing. I am a 62 yr old grandmother who so enjoys watching your sweet family. You are so correct -God has a purpose for your life. You are giving him the glory by sharing your story and heart of gratitude with others! God bless you and your sweet wife. And big eyed Jack💕💕💕

[@SarahAndDerik]

This is so amazing. Thank you so much! Glad you enjoy the vids :)

[@contentedspirit9022]

You definitely had a miracle. Your guardian angel worked overtime through it all. I've been a critical care RN for over 25 years and I can tell you for a fact that you were definitely supernaturally protected. God is good. He knew you were going to meet and marry Sarah and that your story would be told to share His story and goodness so other people could be blessed, encouraged and believe.

[@jasminewh234]

This story made me cry omg!!! You're thoughts on life and how grateful you are for it is everything. My dad fell off a cliff when he was in his 20's and was in a coma for month. He still has lasting mental and physical injuries from it and it's hard sometimes to be patient with him but this video really reminded me to be, and how lucky I am that he is alive ! Thank you :))

[@SarahAndDerik]

I am so happy to hear that! I'm super glad you liked it! 😊

[@lilybelle568]

My mom had a stroke this year. On top of the stroke, she fell and busted her head open when she hit the floor. We were told that IF she made it, she'd have severe brain damage and would need hospice care for the rest of her life, and she would never be the same again. I didn't understand what that exactly meant bc when you are told that, there are so many things that that could be. She is now fully functioning again, and the only thing she doesn't do anymore is drive. This really reminded me of the feeling I had while I was at the hospital for those 3 weeks, along with seeing her condition...the feeling of uncertainty was overwhelming. My step-dad has an unwavering faith in God that is still hard for me to understand. He said from day 1 that she was going to be fine and that she was going to make it and to not even think of any other outcome other than her being well again. He was right, and if it weren't for him and his unwavering faith, I would have completely lost it.

[@zz-ic6vy]

@@lilybelle568 oh my God...

[@hollylowery26]

After having your face completely reconstructed it's amazing how much you still look like your twin. When I broke my spine, my uncle was doing his residency at the hospital I went to. It was so comfortable just knowing he was there. I remember crazy hallucinations from the pain medication also.

[@eberhardmock2450]

That's because they aren't twins. Tanner is his older brother.

[@denisedean2446]

They must be fraternal twins. He is blessed to be alive.

[@kathyclark5918]

Omg, God definitely has plans for you. I remember when my son got hurt and ended up in the hospital its a horrible feeling, not being able to kiss that one away, but love and faith got us through just like it did you and your family. Call your folks and tell them you love them, then hug Jack and Sara. P.s.you are still a good looking boy.

[@mountainmama7155]

The Father allows everything for a reason. You are a precious family❤

[@darleofgodintheruachelohim7552]

God’s Hand is certainly on your life! Gratitude is serving Him and giving Him glory all the rest of the days of your life. God bless you, live long and well! . . . for Him☝🏾!

[@paytonpetersen1100]

We are all so beyond blessed to have the chance to hear your story. The first reaction your dad had to give you a priesthood blessing was truly God’s work. You are a living, breathing, and walking miracle. Thank you for sharing your story❤️ I love you and your family!

[@SarahAndDerik]

Thank you so much! Seriously so grateful.

[@philokalia9782]

Aren't we all miracles?

[@jennifergaston]

I just “found” 😉 your channel and I know it wasn’t by accident. I am currently going through something and I’m so grateful for your story. God bless 🙏

[@pjsavastano6353]

This family is a beautiful family, this child is breathtaking, he's happy, you're to be applauded

[@lillianh.9032]

truly believe in the power of prayer! Thank you, JESUS!!! thank you for taking the time to share your story!

[@SarahAndDerik]

It’s seriously amazing! Of course!

[@alejandrapadron1941]

I love watching Jack with his Dad. He’s the sweetest baby and you both are incredible parents.

[@mercedesmaguire1413]

Such a beautiful and moving story. I can't imagine what your parents went through. Being a Mom of 3 has charged my life for the better. Kids make you want to be the best possible version of yourself. My oldest daughter broke her nose and broke her orbitals and it was so hard to see and watch her be in pain. Bless your family and all of you 🙏🏽❤️

[@marilynvpryor4573]

What a testimony! So glad God saved you. Watching your videos is such a highlight as I pray and fall asleep. You are such amazing people and parents. The world needs more like you,inside and out.God bless you.

[@pamrichardson3372]

You are such an amazing young man. What a harrowing experience. Being new to your family's channels and getting to know both your family and your brother's, has becoming a highlight of my evenings. You've truly been blessed. I'm happy and grateful for you.

[@tiffymcconkey]

Thank God you made a full recovery!! As a mom I can't imagine how your parents felt seeing you fall then being the first ones at your side afterward. Sending love to you and your beautiful family!!

[@Iamgone1961]

You’re an amazing young man, father and husband, and we’re all really glad that you’re still here 🙏🙏🙏

[@paulaarmendariz8001]

Derik, you said that when you were coming out of anesthesia after surgery that you were a very angry young man. Rest assured that with a young adult at the age you were then; its a very common occurrence. You are a very amazing young man and you have a beautiful family. Yall are perfect together. And you are an amazing father!!! And you have a beautiful smile. Keep your head held high!!! Peace out and keep the stories coming. Love watching y'all. Love you guys!!!

[@imjorox__]

Surviving a brain injury & going through such a horrific experience gives us a whole new point of view on the life we're living now. I have to have a fan blowing in my face or I feel although I can't breathe. I died twice 3-19-05. I had a death experience.

[@emj1768]

There are no coincidences! Everything happens for us not to us & you are a perfect example! So thankful you shared your story & are helping so many other peeps! 💜💫🙏

[@ArmieB333]

So glad Derik is ok!! Just watched the baby girls birth and i cried so much i have a headache lol she’s perfect just like Jack, and even Sarah and Derik🥹 Sunny and Jack have the best parents!!!

[@simonsays5979]

I feel the pain for sure. When I was 8 I was in a car accident that killed my dad and I was brought home on life flight and put on life support for a week

[@lisabennett2490]

I’m so sorry you lost your Dad at such a young age. I hope you didn’t see much and remember such a traumatizing thing. Your poor Mother too 😢 ❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️

[@nataliechamberlain8205]

I’m sorry for your loos I can’t imagine how hard that would be at such a young age thanks for sharing that

[@simonsays5979]

@@nataliechamberlain8205 I appreciate that. It definitely made it tough growing up and in my older years it has definitely given me a much bigger heart for kids that have useless sperm donors that are more than willing to have the fun but want none of the responsibility

[@imarim3749]

God had a purpose for You, I'm so glad your here to share your story. Keep inspiring everyone for you are truly a phenomenal person, I'm so glad you guys shared your beautiful family with us. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jillb526]

Standing ovation to your surgeons! I was in a bad car accident and died three times. I remember having hallucinations too. It was scary. So happy you survived!

[@sunny.2062]

Died? I hope not physically

[@jillb526]

@@sunny.2062 no I completely died. They had to revive me once in the ambulance and twice on the operating table. I suffered brain damage from it, but thankfully my brain has since rerouted itself. It was 14 years ago.

[@brendakruczko771]

Having your life flash before your eyes really changes your perspective on life.I am also so thankful to still be alive.

[@marykayteausant1952]

This horrendous experience had to have made you the positive, beautiful person you are today. Your joy of life makes you a very powerful role model even for us strangers. Well done!

[@maverick744]

PTSD doesn’t just effect one individual it effects all involved, I’m glad you got to talk about it. Truly is a story of faith, survival and healing. I hope your family had the chance to heal from that horrific ordeal. Good on you mate

[@traceylussier144]

My very good friend just lost her son in March from a fall off a cliff. We know Joel had a faith and trust in Jesus he is home with his Lord and Savior. Live each day for Jesus.. He loves us so much and his return is so soon. God bless.

[@karenlesieur1692]

I can’t imagine the pain your mom and dad and siblings went through seeing you like that, God definitely has a plan for you. I love y’all three and I so much enjoy watching you all, I’m recovering from open heart surgery and enjoy y’all so much 💜💙

[@heyhihowyoudoin5411]

Hope your recovery is going well sweetie!

[@CrimeAllTheTime]

Hope your recovery went well

[@sharoncowart2206]

I almost lost my boyfriend in a car accident. He was hit by a drunk driver. It took a year for him to recover. That was in 1974. We are married, and have two daughters. We were both changed by that experience. By the grace of God, he lived and all of this is a gift. It does change you. It makes you grateful. God bless you both. I enjoy watching your family. By the way, my hubby's name is Jack! Cool name!

[@dawnfrank5708]

Yes indeed this helped! I fell and fractured my spine. I’m so lucky I have my family, and that I can walk. I’m still working on getting well and getting back to work! I have an a amazing husband, my son was there after my fall and has supported me. Even tonight he walked me to my car so I wouldn’t fall on the ice! He was there the day it happened and he was a champ all through this. I thanked god that I was alive as I laid in my bed for over a month. Someone was watching out for me. Nothing like your accident you are an amazing person. I want to thank you so much for sharing. All my love and prayers 🙏🏻♥️

[@emmanuelaemejuru7190]

I just broke out in tears at the thought of how much God loves you and what He did for you. So many die from much less so the fact that you're here to tell the story yourself is a great miracle. Lord I thank you for his life 🙌🏾

[@xsargantxshaftx7997]

Derik is so handsome I had no idea he even had his face reconstructed after such an terrible incident

[@nikkinicole5435]

Right ? So handsome.

[@peggylee7779]

Beauty or handsome really comes from inside

[@retroreceptionist7571]

He got a customized mug :)

[@leanneadams2549]

It’s so refreshing hearing a young man talk about his faith !! In this day and age it’s so amazing to hear ! Thank you for sharing your incredible journey ! Your test is definitely your testimony now !!!!! ❤️

[@anniepeach2417]

So blessed it gives me chills! My brother fell out of a tree when I was a baby and half of his face was gone. He&I don’t remember it, but to hear my parents talk about it, it’s sort of sorreal. We’re so blessed. I’m going to call my brother ❤

[@rheabalduc8896]

You Sarah and Jack are just beautiful down to earth people! OCEANS OF LOVE TO THE THREE OF YOU!

[@alannatodd7183]

I was in grade 7, Easter vacation as well. Snow still on the roads and they were slippery. My mother was driving and came to a railway crossing when the lights came on signaling a train coming. She panicked and slammed on the brake. The car hooked onto the train engine and we were dragged a few hundred feet and ended up being lodged between the train and a house. The front seats were all that was left, the car crushed like an accordion. My face went through the windshield ( no seat belt laws back then ) and had to have extensive plastic surgery. My mother, just a bruised abdomen. To this day when coming to a railroad crossing I double, triple, quadruple check both ways before crossing.

[@cissybug4]

Wow you are so amazingly lucky to be here today… sorry for you went through… but I bet it has made you look at life in ways you might not of if this didn’t happen… thanks for sharing your story

[@melindamorrison1]

How scary! I'm glad that God spared you and I bet you have been especially careful after going through something like that. I experienced a truck size piece of red sandstone rock come through my ceiling while I slept with my babies in my home during the summer of 2020. It fell in many large pieces from a distance of 100 feet or more. My brother happened to place a stake in the rock above us which prevented another large piece of the rock from falling right through the roof where we slept. I began experiencing something called exploding head syndrome. Didn't know what it was until I experienced it but it's a symptom of PTSD. The face of our home had to be re built. 2020 was quite a year in more ways than one.

[@experimentalbaker7343]

As a parent I cried listening to your story. God is so good, I am so glad you made it through all this. You have a wonderful life now.

[@kathleenloverso5654]

Losing all those pics/videos on that computer... there’s a reason, you’re not suppose to live, wallow it the past, that traumatic part of your life... Be Blessed & just keep moving forward... your Mom & Dad certainly don’t need those pics as a reminder. It probably took 10 yrs off their lives ( speaking as a Mom) lol GOD Bless, Derik & your whole family 🙏🏼🇺🇸✝️💫♥️

[@miahjean7479]

14 year old kid fell off a cliff and lived without brain damage, Its a miracle that only god can provide

[@fairyqueen56]

I think in some ways he does have a small amount of brain damage. Derik is thirty. He isn't mature as a thirty-year-old should be. Derick is in nearly a constant state of childhood play. He is in a State of fright when Sarah leaves him with Jack and Sunny for several days. He can not manage to care for them on his own, needing help. Other thirty-year-old men could. Jack usually ends up with some minor boo-boo because Detik can't watch two kids. Or if Sunny is nappy Derik may be playing video games or editing videos. In other words not watching Jack close enough. Sarah has three kids and a house to take care of. Derik is the third kid. Derik is always getting hurt, requiring ER visits and or surgeries. Derik prefers to play with the kids to establishing a routine with them. Sarah has set a routine. Derik with run with Sunny outside instead of putting her down for a nap as Sarah requests. All things considered his behavior speaks to me of brain damage.

[@BeowulfandMelody]

​@@fairyqueen56if the doctors said he didn't have brain damage, then he didn't. What you're explaining sounds a lot like ADHD.

[@lindasamba4816]

​@@fairyqueen56woah...

[@stare-.]

@@BeowulfandMelody in a video, they did say Derik suffered from ADHD and OCD, that may be the answer.

[@itsmacie1623]

Caleb is his name

[@LDRowe1960]

I’m so happy you survived! I know you could speak on this to multitudes! Prayers definitely came through for you and your Dad crying out to God with that blessing! I was really sick and on my death bed with Acute Kidney Failure which up initial diagnosis they thought chronic. I was so sick. My daughter flew in and spread the word to all who cared for me and her students and work mates. She’s a teacher. I felt the prayers like touched all over me. Long story short. I went from seeing the light so bright above me to kidney dialysis 3 times and all that entailed. Was hospitalized for 2 weeks. When the news came my kidney values were back which my doctor said was a miracle. I feel it was too. Take that blessing and live Derik. You have a beautiful face and family. No need for the previous face. You are HERE! Thank God! I love y’all! ❤️

[@thedailymel7401]

I live in Utah and we visit this place often. It’s beautiful. Thank you for opening up about your story. Power of prayer and faith is an amazing thing to experience.❤️

[@SarahAndDerik]

It really is! 🙌

[@kathyreeves8853]

In 1997, I walked across a small bridge it collapsed from sea rot. I landed 18ft later on a concrete boat ramp. Saw my life pass before my eyes. Life changed forever .

[@rosadyke6349]

Oh no ! Are you recovered now???

[@maggiebaxter610]

I can’t even imagine what your parents when through and the fact that they had to watch it happen is horrific. We almost lost our son at 2 months and it was the worst and most frightening experience of our lives. God has chosen you to do great things Derik and you are truly blessed. 🤗 #kindnessmatters

[@megn5148]

Yeah I'm not a parent but I cant even imagine the panic of seeing someone you love about to get seriously injured and then trying to get to them and then keep them alive until someone else can take over. Its just ... ugh. Props to his dad for staying calm. I would probably just freeze and not know what to do next.

[@tonyahouck3422]

I am so glad you shared that. As a mom-I can not imagine the fear your parents had during all of that. So glad you are here.

[@abby_caitlin0421]

This is an amazing story of how God saved your life and allowed people to see how He saves lives every day and how He allows people who have a purpose and calling on their lives to be able to have these miracles in their lives. It's phenomenal! This world needed more of Derik Beeston to shine the light of Jesus wherever you go! I'm a new follower and love watching you and your sweet, loving family!

[@dollymadison2397]

11:13...that's when I lost it😭😭😭😭😭😭. God is so so good. I can hardly stand his goodness sometimes😭😭😭😭. He's just so overwhelming.😭😭😭

[@emjo2611]

Gosh it probably breaks your mom’s heart so much knowing she left that night

[@danielangom]

This story is kind of a wonder... Honestly I must say I am atheist but I think there is something like a special might around us...You are a special person with a big aura and it seems life has a lot of plans for you... Luckily you survived this horrible accident and one plan was getting you a father of a sweet and beautiful son !!! 😍💝😍💝😍

[@miahjean7479]

It’s absolutely crazy because by looking at him you would never be able to tell. Like if anything he looks better that 80% of the human population

[@mini-t2348]

I cried imagining your parents. Going through all that with you. The power of love and prayer is amazing

[@wiserthanyouweretold6164]

You should have a tell all about this with your parents. From their perspective and as a fellow parent I cannot imagine watching my baby fall like that.

[@TheKlh54]

What an amazing story! So glad you survived! The Lord has plans for your life!

[@MyCheriAnolani]

I KNEW there was a special Vibe about you, cause you and your family feel so incredibly infectious with "Change the Whole World Vibe" by just simple videos you share. I bordered on being jelly, wish I could do a do-over with my child, but mostly just incredibly happy to see how pure love can just make your heart swell for another couple destined to live the best life together and knowing it'll be passed on and on and on❣️

[@owleyeshealing5340]

Yes!!! Nailed it! It’s love and life in pure form! 🥰

[@msbethxo]

I just love your family & I am so glad God chose to keep Derik around after his accident.. I don't know you guys personally but I've watched you guys from the beginning. I don't comment much. But still just love ur family. I still can't believe you & Tanner aren't twins..so crazy. You guys have some strong gene's

[@siobhanparsonage8202]

Thank God you survived and obviously thrive. That's God and the power of prayer. I loved hearing your Dad immediately prayed over you when you fell. I praise God that you are here, well and you have the most beautiful family. I'm really grateful you shared your story. You are the wonderful man you are today because of this experience. Your joy and the amazing father you are today is a blessing to us all. God bless you always!

[@sindybradley8998]

Amazing! Thank God for the strength he gave you and your family, and for the presence of a nurse that day and for the skills of all the medical people who helped you. You are indeed very fortunate. And I couldn't help crying. It's an incredible story.

[@melindamorrison4010]

My heart aches for your experience! Such a young man, living his life with abandon! I am so happy that you have Sara, Jack, your family, and friends to support you! And your deep faith, of course! Finding and following you has brought me so much joy, and learning about the difficult times makes you even more dear to me!! Xoxo

[@SarahAndDerik]

Thanks so much! We're so happy you're here😊😊

[@karenharvey6389]

The power of God is amazing, so glad you made it through

[@JLili12]

How horrendous for you and your family! As a mother/parent, I just cannot imagine the fear your parents must have felt when they saw you laying there. Gut-wrenching. I cried through most of this!

[@SaucyMamas]

Every parents worst nightmare. I can’t even imagine what you went through emotionally, mentally, and physically. I’m praying that the Lord would continue to restore your heart and mind, reverse the trauma and pain from that experience, and bring you to a place of complete trust and confidence that you’re protected and safe. Praise God for all the ways He orchestrated you surviving and making it through. Blessings on you and your family.