Couple grieves, heals together after horrific rock climbing accident 

I know she is in treatment, but I really hope Josh is in therapy too. Not to diagnose someone on the internet, but he reminds me of my husband who is my caretaker. It seems like he has a lot of guilt attached to what happened to her. My heart goes out for both of them. For us this happened 6 years into our marriage, we are now 18 yrs in and better than ever because we got the help we needed.

I feel like our society just expects people with injuries like hers to be all sunshine and positivity, and I think it's great that she let us see her struggles. I wish them all the very best.

Good for her, for saying that when people say that their accidents were blessings, they're full of it. Exactly. She's a smart, realistic person. She's the blessing.

I’m a rock climber and Was paralyzed 2 years ago from an unrelated accident. It took me a year and a half to try climbing again and I remember how scary it was. Im now about to compete in para-climbing nationals. You’re doing great Kasey. I hope you get to continue climbing and find your love for it again.

Her attitude after such an accident is amazing. She is amazing... What a beautiful human. I can see why he loves her, but he is such a wonderful supportive husband.

i love how they always check in on each other... "how are you doing," "are you okay with that," "how are you feeling right now," it really shows how much they love each other, and how connected they are about each others emotions

I love that this piece was not narrated like so many TV magazine-style pieces are. It allows you to really stay close with this couple. Very moving and very real.

Their honesty about their emotions is really great! It’s hard processing new realities. Ptsd is no joke and they both clearly have it. I hope they both see good counselors for themselves and together so that they continue talking through every phase of this journey. You can see them both being brave for one another and sometimes you need a professional to help you navigate not being brave.

It sure makes me realize how much we all take for granted, best wishes for this brave couple

One of my doctors, a very experienced outdoorsman, worked with Search and Rescue, had a similar thing happen to him. He was on the trail and a boulder came loose, knocked him off the trail and he fell 500 feet down. He did not live. It was a sad thing, he was a lovely man. I love the fact she is honest. Yea, I would rather have all my parts too. She's doing what she has to to get back to life, it will be different but I think she will get it done.

Couldn’t imagine the guilt he feels even though it wasn’t intentional. I hope this couple can grow stronger together from this and heal.

I love her honesty about her feelings! God bless you both and your adorable baby too! May you continue to grow together!

I feel like some serous healing still needs to happen for these two. Pray that it does.

Having truama and resentment and bitter feelings is natural, she has lost so much and yet she is a fighter! That she is even fighting the bitterness also is a testiment to who she is to the core! I have been a rock climber most of my life and for 31 years lived in the alps and we have lost family from falling rocks, landslides and falls. We have a certain valley we adore going to every spring and the danger season to season is that even those climbs become factured, fishered and some vegitated. I adore trekking, hiking, climbing and I do admit that for those places where we lost family, we have never gone back! There is a bitterness I can't explain.

Sweet girl , you didn't just survive. You are THRIVING! 👏 👏 👏 Best of Blessings to you both! ♥ ♥

Watching her try to climb up on rocks again is so inspiring and amazing. I really want the best for this couple. I hope they’re able to love on each other forever.

This was so hard to watch yet powerful. I'm glad he stayed and decided to heal together.

Climbers remember, it is not IF you have an accident, but When you have an accident. We all know it, and try to stay safe. I really respect this couple and especially her. It took me two years to get back on the rocks after a fall. This is love and triumph over disaster.

My son fell 40 feet. The Masai rescued him. So grateful.

His comment that he can only focus on today otherwise the grief is overwhelming. Good advice for everyone.

He's very brave to show those raw emotions the way he does

This was a real tear jerker. I think a lot of us with chronic conditions where we have pain and cannot do what we used to do have similar feelings. I really relate to her comment about how some people who have been in an accident say that they wouldn’t change a thing. She said that’s BS. More power to them, but I agree with her. I am glad that she and her husband are living their lives pretty well.

What an amazing story of resilience and endurance. The ability of this couple to adjust and refocus their lives in a positive way, what fantastic role models they are for their beautiful little boy.

I used to rock climb - total beginner. I went camping and climbing with a group much more experienced, and I opted out of the big climb, but stayed to watch, take pictures, and cheer on. One of my friends (free climbing) fell 45 feet onto his back. On rocks. His first words when he could speak were...I can't feel anything. He meant he didn't feel broken bones or severe pain, but we all thought he was paralyzed. He had to be carried, then driven to the hospital, but ended up being okay. Cuts, bruises, and continued climbing. I gave my climbing gear to him, and started kayaking and fishing that summer instead. Never climbed since. This lady here is a ROCKSTAR.

I appreciate how she is honest and acknowledged that she ISN'T glad this happened so she could gain some great wisdom. She doesn't feel like she needed this particular life lesson to prove she was strong. I bet there are plenty of people who wrestle with guilt for not being able to see the grand lesson in some horrible tragedy.

What a beautiful and real woman. I pray she’s finding her happiness and peace.

It's beautiful how much love they have for each other.

Aww Roren is adorable 🥲 Wishing this couple a lot of healing 🙏🏾❤️

I appreciate her honesty about her situation. No matter what happens in her life, it is a MIRACLE that she survived. I hope that she can use that to accomplish many things in her lifetime.

She has such strength & a great attitude. Such a beautiful family. God bless them.

Both of these individuals are special and extremely strong people. I hope the rest of your lives together is filled with wonderful moments from here on out, you’ve been through your darkest times together so you can only go up from here.

My heart goes out to Kaylene. I wish her all the best.

I deeply appreciate their honesty about the weight and the persistence of grief.

Seeing the couple get closer and closer through out the video is so beautiful. This is what marriage is you navigate life together as a team through sickness and in health. May God continue to bless them ❤

So touching…seeing Josh look at you and check in, right before you were to climb. He SEES you. 💚💚💚

Wow! She’s a walking miracle. What a beautiful family.

I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant student right now. The resilience of people and helping them recover/ function in their daily lives is what inspires me to go into this field. This couple is an incredible example of that resilience and I wish them all the best in their life together! I hope they are both able to continue to process their grief & trauma.

We all take so much for granted in our life … My heart bursts for them Sending love … ❤️

I love how honest she is about her accident and how she doesn't have the fake feelings about it!

You’re truly an inspiration! I’m sorry about your accident. You’ve got this. Prayers.

You really have no choice but to seek the bright side in these situations. You don’t know how much strength you have until it’s your only option.

What an honour it is to witness these parts of their story. I am inspired but also angry for them, just saying. I appreciate their communication, checking in with how the other is doing all the time. They’re real, they’re making their way with baby steps, together. And she walks like a rockstar with that prosthetic!

I'm SOOOO terribly sorry this happened to you, but you are SOOOO inspirational and I'm so glad I came upon this video. December 17th of last year I was in a terrible car crash and I ended up with a broken back and concussion. I am still in my back brace and it looks just like the one you had on. I have what they call a burst fracture to my L1 vertebra. It basically looks like someone took a hammer and just smashed it. Bone fragments went flying in every direction. Bc of this, most people end up paralyzed from the waist down, so I'm am so blessed to still have the use of my legs. I am in terrible pain, but I try to be thankful to be able to feel that pain bc it could so easily have been taken away. I still end up feeling depressed and sorry for myself bc I'm unable to work and things have been so hard. So I'm so humbled and thankful to have came upon your story. It helps to put things in perspective that my injury is nothing compared to yours, and you are so strong and inspiring!! I wish you all the best!! 💕

Amazing resilience! God Bless Kaylene, Jay and the entire Family~💗💚💜💙🙏🙏

The fact that this couple wants to try is very impressive! I love how her husband puts her hair in a ponytail shows how much he loves her! It’s the little things that is very powerful…thanks for sharing your experience. Proud of you both!

The smile on her face after raising herself on that wall using her prosthetic arm 🦾, getting to the top - ringing the bell 🔔 …wishing her many more moments like that❤

It's so inspiring to watch these motivational testimonies from courageous, hopeful, loving people. Thank you for sharing.

I’m just watching all this, especially at the indoor rock climbing facility, thinking how INCREDIBLY fortunate you are, and others, of having access to these prosthetics. It’s truly incredible the prosthetics being produced today. You are really a hero for so many.✨🙏🏻💕

Wow, this is inspiring. My heart goes out to these two strong, courageous, loving people. I pray they are able to get past the grief and go on to have an amazing life together.

It's surreal seeing people you know on a video like this. Their story and testimony is incredible and inspiring. I'm glad many more get to see it!

I lost my husband unexpectedly in September of 2021 and it has been so very hard for me to move forward from grief and anger. Having two young children and other people to love have helped but I still feel stuck. Looking at you guys' courage and real struggle while refusing to give up, gives me hope and even makes me feel a bit guilty. Thank you for weathering out together and with God. I too would have never made it without Him. Thank you guys. I pray for you both & your baby. Thank you. I love you. Sorry for your loss but I celebrate your strength!

What a brave girl! My heart goes out to this sweet couple! I wish them the best!

What a wonderful couple! The bond they share is truly a gift. Nothing is going to stop them ❤❤❤

I like how real she is. Everyone goes through all the emotions and pretending we don't didn't help anyone.

If you haven't already connected with the Adaptive Climbing Community in your area you definitely should! I know many people personally who have found friendship, comradery, and fun in climbing again (after an accident or illness) or for the first time. There is always room for more Adaptive Athletes out there and the competitions are amazing events that are open to everyone! All the best to you in whatever path you choose to take with climbing ❤️

Thank you for sharing your story with us. This is by far one of the most testing trials a couple can go thru. We lost our daughter, she passed at home. We tried everything to save her, to repair her heart but it wasn’t meant to be. 11 yrs later I have closure. You are living with this every day…alone and as a couple. You’re beautiful. Don’t ever give up on each other. 💚💚💚💚

This is an amazing story. Two brave people living life to the fullest ❤️🙏

So happy for them! Life does go on. I also had to learn a new way of living after my accident. What a beautiful baby they have. Wish them all the happiness and joy in the world. 😊😊😊

She had so many serious injuries. I think it's a miracle that she survived. I wish the best for both of them.

I love that he wears his ring on his right hand like her. 🥰

What an amazing couple. Kaleigh, I am in awe of you and your strength and “get it done “ attitude. I, too, lost my leg and sustained serious back issues, then developed the most painful condition, RSD (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy) after months of misdiagnosis-then the phantom limb pain began. I was a go-go-go person all my life until this happened. It has literally changed every single aspect of my life. The constant pain is the biggest hurdle trying to overcome. I am 62 now, this started when I was 41. I live alone and never had any assistance, which forced me to “just DO it”, like Nike says in its ads. God bless you for your strength to persevere! You VERY EASILY could have died from all of your injuries. God saved you by putting all of those people right there when you needed them-especially Josh! My biggest wish for you came true when you had your baby boy! Rowan is beautiful, and you are probably a better mommy than millions of other women who have NEVER faced adversities like you have. God is using you as an example of how your faith in Him can, and does, make you the best version of yourself-even if it’s not what you would have chosen for yourself. I wish all the best for you and your family.

Wow, what a remarkable story of true love and strength. What a beautiful family. So happy for them! May God bless them!!

Omg that is horrific. So sorry that happened to her. Hope they find some healing & blessings through all of this.

Beautiful, intrepid woman! Cried when she reached the top of that indoor wall! So very sorry this happened to them. But I admire them for their courage and caring in helping each other deal with working through to a new fulfilling life 👏 Their beautiful son will inspire them every day. 🙏 for their continued remarkable strength.

Kudos to the editor. The flashes to the accident site and footage give a little bit of a feel of what must happen in their heads, especially Josh’s frequently. I completely understand Kayleen feeling guilty about her belief of holding him back. I have health problems that prevent us from going all out on some of our more active hobbies. I feel better when I send my husband off with buddies half the time so that I know he’s getting the most from the sport sometimes and getting to share it with me sometimes, putting together something of a whole.

The strongest couple. That gal is an amazing young woman.

Brave strong woman and what a suportive and loving husband. The baby brought a lot of joy so life becomes more pleasant. We wish them only the best. And climbing is not the only thing in life.

Boy did I smile when she rang that bell!! And the baby!!!! That was an awesome surprise! :))

She's so lucky to have a supportive, faithful husband like him! So lucky. 🙂🙂❤❤

Truly amazing trio. How strong they are, absolutely beautiful. So inspiring.

My heart goes out to both of them! Such strength, courage and faith!

She is soo beautiful and She is strong.. They make a great couple! God bless them

Had tears watching this. I know the feel want to go back to that day to change it but few years later you don’t want to change it much. Good work you both are so strong

Many blessings to this beautiful couple.

Wow the fact that everyone who rescued her came together a year later to celebrate her life brought me to tears. So rare for something like that to happen. True compassion for that woman.

You both are so strong I could never deal with that like you say keep going and never give up you are INCREDIBLE

You two are so so inspiring. Your little boy is sweet.God will watch over you and life holds so many new adventures! Enjoy all of it...moving forward. God Bless

What a beautiful report about her life journey through this. I always thought kids who have terrible conditions, they show so much braveness that I could show in my lifetime. She was full of life. Sending lots of prayers for her family and her spirit🙏🏽

What a beautiful story. Keep reaching for the stars Josh and Kasey. The Best is yet to come! You all have a Beautiful Family!

God bless them. What a tragic, frightening experience to go through. Im so glad they were able to get through the pain, anger, fear of the accident and initial recovery. May they continue to be strengthened everyday as they continue their journey of recovery and daily challenge. May their family be strong and may they be blessed. Praying for ur success 🙏 ❤

Please, I cry for her. Get her a service dog for those moments in her days she needs a partner. She is alone in the daytime but she doesn’t have to be. She can have a service dog. A dog that will complete her. It will help both of them get through this moment and on with the remainder of their lives. A service dog will keep up her spirit and will confront her and help her as she needs. Nothing better for this woman and this couple. Bless them always. If I had some money, I’d get this woman a service animal very quickly. If someone with a tiny bit of money is in here, please help them with this journey. Make it a bit more possible for them both by getting her a service animal. Please 🙏 ❤

this is the story of genuine friendship and love❤. I have my tears down to my cheeks watching it. Thank you for sharing.

I love her honesty. And his as well

I did some of the Yosemite classics with a strong lady for a climbing partner. We definitely had some amazing accomplishments. She passed away from a natural cause a couple years ago. I really wish this couple have a great life together. This is so inspiring. Nature loves courage. 💕

Wow what a story of faith, resilience and love!

She’s truly inspirational what a beautiful couple wishing them all the best xx

Baby you're a climber at heart you will climb again. Your brain is rewiring itself and learning to take care of you and protect you. Give it time you will find again you'll be hiking, running and doing things that you never thought of me and years you could do. I am so proud of you. Yes you grieve for a life that you thought you were going to have. I understand I swear to you the life you now walk is life you were meant to have and it will be amazing

Thank you Kaylene and josh for sharing your story of resilience.

Very amazing woman very inspiring

So refreshing to see films like this. Keep up the good work TODAY!

Kaylene, You're such a strong and awesome woman. Tears are streaming down my cheeks with seeing how strong you are and how youé facing all those hard challenges and keep going. Please be kind to yourself and celebrate the big but also all those small goals, as those are big steps as well, literally baby steps, but they build up to big steps.

As you can see early on in this, he's far more traumatized by the memory of the accident than her. She doesn't even remember it. Same thing happened with my wife and I. I collapsed in front of her (cardiac arrest) 12 years ago. Of course, I had no memory of the incident. But she had to go to months of PTSD counseling for it, and even today she tears up when she reads about someone else go through this. It's counterintuitive to think so, but often the uninjured parties end up more traumatized than the one who took the physical hit.

Oh my goodness! How precious! Congratulations on your new baby boy! He is so adorable! 🥰

this was a highlight to watch. take gentle care. i am glad you are alive.

Such an amazing young couple. I wish them a bright and happy future. ✨️

God bless you both.!! Such a wonderful couple and a gorgeous baby now...love hard and live long..cheers Melbourne, Australia

Thank you so much for sharing your story and your experience from that day. I wish you both all the wonders that life has to offer.

Your love really shows. God bless you both. ❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️

My grandfather shot his dominant hand off at age 14 and had to learn to do everything one-handed, which he did. And my Aunt lost the use of one leg and stunted growth at age 9 due to polio and we never thought a thing of her braces or my grandpa having one hand. It was the same as the color of their eyes. In time it will be for you two as well. Aunt and uncle had three kids and a crazy happy marriage, dying at age 99 together.

Talk about resilient‼️ 🤯She is a warrior❣️ Wish them the very best.