Hi everyone! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and listen to my story. It truly is so amazing the amount or love & support yall have 💛 james is doing really good! He was unfortunately burned worse mainly because he was holding the container and closer to the barrel. his healing process is going amazing, & he continues to grow and heal every day. I try not to give out too much information because i want to respect him and his family's privacy. everything i say about him is with his permission! again, thank you all so much💕
aww I hope both of you guys are healing better everyday! You guys are so brave and you are still so beautiful! I hope you and James have an amazing and fresh recovery ❤️🥺
This video came up on my recommended and I’m blown away with how strong you are! I’m glad you’ve got such a great support system around you. I’m from the UK & we have an amazing presenter here called Katie Piper who is a burns survivor. You might want to check her out as she’s real inspiring too. Sending love!
RUclips recommended me your videos and you are doing great! One of my friends who is a burn survivor said the best thing he did after his accident was connect with other burn survivors. Let me know if you ever want to connect with some really cool people who are also burn survivors!
Damn.. the fact that she was able to think like “don’t open your mouth so the gas and smoke don’t get in your lungs” and “keep your eyes closed so the gas and flames don’t get it” all while on fire.. is amazing. I’d probably have been freaking out and completely unable to think period. That’s strength.
Its adrenaline. I was very close to car accident and in 1 sec. I could chose one of many options to avoid it. After that i couldt belive how its posible to think logical that fast
Before burn - one of the most prettiest smile I've ever seen After burn - Still one of the most prettiest smile I've ever seen Whatever you do, do NOT lose that pretty smile. Please
@@viperion3930 shut up. Do you realize that she was just being nice to this poor girl that is still so beautiful stop being rude and chill. You don't even know what simp means
@@photogenichunt4254 wow your so rude she is very beautiful think before you say something like that it’s not funny. Think about what she went through and for u to say that wow🤦♀️
@@CrazyBoy-gd4wz I bet you wouldn’t like it if you were mentally and physically scarred, would you? A person who judges others when they are so horrible will DEFINITELY have a meeting with karma, sooner or later.
I can't believe that you thought to drop and roll, cover your face and not scream in those moment... I'm sure I speak for so many people when I say that you are so freaking strong and beautiful! Your story is amazing and touched me so deeply, I hope you know that this is just the beginning of your story, I know you are going to go on to inspire people and do something great with all your courage and strength. Your family looks so sweet and supportive, I'm so glad you had them to lean on! You are beautiful inside and out, I'm excited to continue watching your journey! Keep your head held high and be proud of yourself for how far you've come, sending you so much love
Kristina, you summed up every thing I was thinking! This young lady is amazing. I'm looking to have children in the next few years, and it's videos like this that remind me to teach my future children to protect themselves. It must have been good education that gave this young lady the knowledge and level head to know what to do at such a mad time, she kept her head and most probably saved her life! Keep up being fabulous, and spreading the word that life goes on! Take care xxx
Beautiful, strong Natalie. Your the most inspiring young lady I've ever met. Your story is a real life story... while I was watching, listening the tears were rolling over my cheeks...BUT your unbelieveble smile shows us whom you are....NATALIE SKYE...still the same person with a story to tell and a family, friends etc who love you, fight with you. Girl you're not at the end of your Life Story its the beginning. Love and strainght from Europe the Netherlands. *"you got a friend in mine" 🍀❤
As a burn survivor, it is a long road, but you will come out stronger, confident and know you can get through anything. I was 16 now 58 and proud of my survivor wounds. If you ever need to reach out, I am here for you.
Yep, especially with fire and flammable liquids. So many people don't really understand petrol and other fuels - it's not the liquid itself that's burning, it's the vapour. Horrifically dangerous to pour fuel onto any naked flame, as these poor kids found out. Much better education is needed on fire safety and the dangers of handling fuels/flammable liquids so that awful accidents like this don't happen.
youtube recommends videos based on likes and dislikes. so say someone does not like this sort of content; just dislike it so youtube knows not to reccomend similar videos.
It's amazing how in a horrible moment like this you still remembered important stuff like not opening your mouth and eyes and shielding your face and palms. I can't imagine myself not panicking
Whoever told you that having 50% of your body burned "isn't much" needs a slap across the face. Incredible story and thank you for sharing! Wishing you all the best on recovery and healing :)
We all should life is so short and you need to live you best life I'm saying this caz my life was so close to be over on a accident So yes you should enjoy your life more :)
I can't imagine what it'd be like to be covered in scar tissue. As someone who scars very easily even my thumb can be annoying after I managed to split it open with a box cutter and that scar is very thin! If I extend my thumb the scar has an annoying tingly sensation. Can't imagine having that all over my body 😖
@@tessbacon mabye that deepens on the wound. Like maybe burnt skin is harder and when u cut yourself its softer because there’s something missing? Does that make sense?Maybe but i really don’t know :/
When she said that many people don't think it was that serious when they heard 49-50% of her body, I was shocked. Cause when she mentioned it I literally gasped audibly.
This is my most honest reaction, but I kept a straight face the whole time like 😐 (not to be rude because I know everyone sees that emoji in a different way)
Well we follow the rules of 9 so it’s not that massive. But 3rd and 4th degree burn injuries are so hard to treat....once healed you will notice you have lose much elasticity and mobility of your skin.
The fact that you’re not angry at the friend who put gas on the fire is an amazing testimony to your love for others. I’m glad you have a good support network. Praying for your healing.
For anyone here who doesn’t know, gasoline is no joke, and should never be used to start a fire. It doesn’t just burn like lighter fluid. It literally explodes.
@@charlottetunia2810 that’s such a stupid response. But yes, in fact there is an explosion in cars... a mini one. You wouldn’t be able to drive without it 😂😂... get your facts straight
I know 3 people in my small little town that have been severely burned by using, or someone near them using, gasoline as a fire accelator, each around 20 years age difference, showing that this just keeps happening throughout the generations. Please teach your children how dangerous this is.
In a situation like that, the kids were probably fully in shock also and their focus instantly went to James who was running and screaming as instinct. They’re kids, they’re human
So many people forget the basic of "Stop, Drop, and Roll" but to also think to keep your mouth shut to prevent smoke inhalation, eyes shut so gasoline couldn't get in...to be able to think of all of that in a matter of seconds is impressive. You're so brave, strong, determined... you're just amazing. This made me cry. God bless your family, friends, and medical staff who helped you get to where you are.
@@allythebean0420 all I'm saying is she knew she was on fire, and that's what they teach you in school...had she not done that she could have been burned more than 40% of her body.
It is quite impressive, when something traumatic happens you never know what you're going to do. I tend to freeze a lot, but anyway I'm so glad she did what she did. Burns are so damn painful, anyone who exists throughout that pain is so resilient.
Exactly!! And she even thought about not running around in her heels to prevent an ankle injury. Which would make the situation even worse.This to me is the human body definitely in survival mode!! Such a strong person
She has The Most gorgeous eyes I have ever seen. Her voice is so soothing. I could watch and listen to her recite the phonebook and be utterly transfixed.
I too was in the Vanderbilt Burn ward Dec12,2019. You were down the hall from me. The nurses told me about you and James....and I prayed so many times for you both. Those nurses .... I want you to know how much they cared about you. I would ask them how you were doing and I could see it in their eyes how special you are. You inspired me to get up and go on with life and accept my scars, my new normal. God has blessed us so much. I am so happy to finally see "the girl down the hall" and know you are just as beautiful as I imagined you to be. ❤️
@@coIIectinheads it really is cool to finally know who these 2 are. I would get up and walk around ....do laps around the ward to aid my healing. I never peeked into other patient's rooms because it felt ....idk....just wrong. I think God answered my prayer....and then some. 😊
@@koripaganucci6227 she said she could see it in the nurses eyes how much they cared. There wasn't anything I read that incriminated the nurses. I'm sure the whole hospital an surrounding communities were talking about what happened. Not to mention it was on the news. I believe it would be illegal only if the nurses divulged personal information about the patients but I'm sure they couldn't help but Express a amount of concern an luv in their faces. Try not to be so harsh.
this is the strongest girl ever. the fact that she had the sense to drop and roll, cover her mouth, save her face. anyone in that situation would usually panic exactly like james. everything flashes before ur eyes. i’m still astounded how she could keep her mind straight and know exactly what to do. i’m so touched by her story. keep ur head up, ur beautiful inside & out. ily
@@lemonsqweezy9532 You're stupid as crap, i was burned from the waist up and it worked for me.....I have the scares to prove it, mamas basement boy........
She's strong, but there's a ton of strong girls all over the world and throughout history, so I feel like "strongest girl ever" is an over exaggeration and feels like it takes away credit to other very strong girls around the world.
Not only did you survive, but now you have the courage to talk about it and still be YOU? Whoa- little lady, you are one very incredible person. Your family just excudes love.....I am moved.
I guess I'm 3 years late seeing this story but I hope you're doing well and thriving. You are beautiful and don't let anyone tell you otherwise! God bless you young lady! ❤
"I felt bad that I got hurt." You are so precious. You are important. What happened wasn't your fault and hope you don't feel guilty. It sounds like you handled the situation with so much logic and intelligence. You're a fighter! I hope you post another video sharing more about who you are, things you like, and your hopes for the future! You're more than your burn scars. ❤️
This should be a lesson to everyone watching. NEVER mix gasoline or any flammable thing with fire. IT NEVER ENDS WELL. This is why I've only ever been to one bonfire in my whole life. Fire terrifies me so much. You're strong, thank you for sharing Natalie.
It doesn’t always never end well. Usually it ends with everyone happily going home. It’s the 1% of the time something terrible happens. Always be safe when dealing with anything flammable. Take the proper safety precautions and always think before you act. My prayers go out to this woman and the other man that caught on fire and there family and anyone else. Stay strong and in the end your coming out a stronger person. You can safely enjoy a nice bonfire but you have to do it safely and mature and don’t take chances.
@@daveycrockett5738 Who says you won't be a part of the 1%? This pretty 17 year old was. Just because there's a 1% chance it'll happen doesn't mean it won't happen to someone at some point.. I'd rather just not take the risk than risk being the 1%.
@@meghanh2511 well ya of course. If there’s a chance of it happening then it’s defiantly possible for it to happen to you. If the theory of parallel universes is correct then basically anything you think of is happening or could happen to you. It’s like saying well I could get in a wreck in a car so I’m not gonna drive. Or I could get attacked by a bear so I’m not gonna walk in the woods. Or I could get attacker by a shark so I’m not gonna swim in the water. Or I could have a heart attack so I’m not gonna live. That last one is a stretch kinda but you get the point. Life is chance and if you live your life in fear of thinking what if you’ll never experience it... but I respect your opinion
Pouring or squirting inflammables should never be done cos the flame runs back up the stream... At most soak tinder wood with inflammable material then throw a torch on from a distance
Girll I'm literally sobbing over here, not because I'm sad, but I am just so impressed with how strong you are. God bless you, have a good holiday queen!
If anyone was wondering her friend who also got burned is alive but suffered from 80% burns. I can’t believe how quick Natalie was to stop, drop, and roll and cover her mouth
@@oliviagauthier8351 i’m not sure but i think those were old photos/videos of him because there would be a lotttt more scarring for 80% burns and i think he lost all 10 fingers sadly :(
What makes a person beautiful? One who has the light within them. A fighter who never gives up. The realization that you can do whatever it is to achieve what you want. Physical beauty is fleeting but the beauty of who you are is eternal. Never forget that❤️❤️❤️
Wow. I had almost the exact same thing happen when I was 14. I was also burned in a fire involving gasoline. 40% burns; face, neck, chest, stomach and arms. Minor burns on my back. How you described everything, so real and similar to how I describe my experience. It has been 18yrs since I was burned. The first year was the worst but trust me, it gets better. So thankful to my medical team, my scars are barely visible now. If you ever need to vent, here for ya!
If you don't mind me asking, how did you shower afterwards? When I get small burns from the oven, it hurts like hell. I can't imagine having it on 40% of my body.
@@tdbsiddhbhedk457 it was pure torture. First “shower” was me laying on a table that had holes in it, they kinda lowered it into a tub and literally scrub debris and dead skin off. Actual showers were terrible for months. I had one amazing nurse who would actually get in the shower with me and she would count down with me before she started scrubbing. I showered twice a day for awhile, full dressing change. First few months I spent 3-4hrs a day showering and dressing changes.
As someone who is specialising in burns for a PhD , I cannot say how strong and amazing you are. I don’t think people really appreciate how strong you are, to have basically 50% burns to your body especially in the frontal plane and survive, shows your unbreakable spirit and fight to survive. You are a real testimony to what never giving up looks like. I hope the rest of your journey continues strongly.
@@marilyn.g most likely. If there wind was blowing in their general direction at the time, the majority of the flames and gasoline would've splashed onto them.
Ik im being stupid but I'm really glad she is okay this must have been hard but did James survive or not cause somehow I don't find a part in the vid that says he did? Or am I just rwaly stupid?
Feeling no pain is usually worse than feeling pain, because often that means that you got burnt so bad that the nerves in your skin got burnt aswel which is why you don’t feel anything. You were so brave staying calm and how you remembered to roll in the grass instead of run around and closing your eyes and mouth. Such a strong person ❤️
That can be true, but don't also forget the power of shock. Shock is crazy and can temporarily suspend any feelings because it is allowing the human body to react to the situation first. It's an evolutionary survival tactic, which in Natalie's case definitely helped as she was still able to focus on what she had to do rather than the pain of the situation.
@@oreninja yes shock, I broke my arm and felt nothing but was crying because I thought that it look unfixable and the doctors were going to amputate it. Lol
I had a very similar accident. My ex boyfriends brother poured paraffin onto a fireplace which exploded and set me completely on fire. I was full conscious throughout and it was the most painful & distressing experience of my life. I also felt the same focused calm in putting the flames out. I was completely on fire - but luckily the 3 layers of clothing on my upper body saved me. My legs were badly burnt and 2nd-3rd degree. My one hand was badly burnt and in the most pain from all the exposed nerves. I wish more people knew fire and fuel safety.
As an African American Grandma. I'm astounded by the Ocean🌊blue color of your eyes! My daughter collects beautiful💎gemstones such as your eye color. Pretty Girl Rocks!!! GOD got this...
@Dwayne Johnson I think she mentioned that because most African American people have dark brown eyes. There was no need to be rude. This lady also seems like such an incredible person! Her message was for Natalie and nobody else, so please don’t start judging.
My husband’s uncle last Christmas was putting gasoline on a fire in his backyard when it traveled up into the container and exploded in his hands, he ended up dying at the hospital from his injuries a couple days later. Terrible, it happens all too often! Just know you are strong and beautiful! happy holidays love!
wow! That visual was so, so saddening. I’m sorry for your loss. I’m so thankful for the young lady sharing her story & also for comments like yours because I 100% didn’t know you aren’t supposed to use gasoline to start a fire. God bless x
@@laurenar.8081 I'm shocked you didn't know that, honestly. Glad you know now. Use dryer lint if you need a fire starter, gasoline is much too powerful.
An ex boyfriend doused the fire with gasoline can and it traveled up his hand and he had nothing but blisters the size of pancakes on them. He was in so much pain.
@@leahtv7778 you shouldn't be shocked Leah there was a time you didn't know. This person was being honest is all. We can't all be as blessed with your current knowledge.
You’re so beautiful, scars and all. You’re a survivor, bless you and James. Don’t let this get you down ever, because your strength is clearly astounding!
Guys never ever add fuel to an ongoing fire.. fuels like gasoline, alcohol, kerosene, etc .. it's like a bomb in ur hand ... One mistake can cause ur & someone else's life
We made this mistake and I paid for it. My legs and feet where set on fire. I panicked. Ended up with 2nd n 3rd degree burns. Was bedridden cause I couldn't walk. My legs got antrophede so I had to relearn to walk after extensive physical therapy. It's no joke !
I think I would be overwhelmed by bitterness and anger over the whole situation - I deeply admire your strength through all this! Your sisters are lucky to have you to look up to!!
I'll just stick (see what i did there) to lil' twigs and make a fire that is safe istead of using flamable fluids. Also more fun and rewarding that way.
For people who don't know- NEVER put a gas fire out with water. It'll spread the fire. You should smother the fire with something like sand, dirt, or ashes. ♥️ I hope no one ever has to use this tip.
@@Xteaart possibly if it's a small fire assuming you don't throw the salt from the side (if you throw it from the side the salt substance can catch on fire it's self and make it spread) but if you pour it directly on top it'll probably work but it's unlikely. If you have a gas fire it's likely going to be a large fire since gas is very flammable and explosive plus I doubt you'd have THAT much salt just laying around. DO NOT USE FLOUR OR ANYTHING POWDERY BTW that's really dangerous too as it can also spread fire.
Wow the way you handled that situation is so incredible. Trying to protect eyes, mouth, lungs and face in general.. So smart and brave! Girl you are beautiful inside and outside and I'm really inspired by your spirit! Such a brave young woman just wow
i know!! i was thinking that too, its amazing that even in a moment like that she was WAY more calm than any other person would be. she’s very inspiring, shes so brave, millions should hear her story
@@K42029 yes, we do. For sure. I was just thinking about how much trust we put into complete STRANGERS every single day, every day that we drive and eat out and so on. Then this video came up in my feed. Kind of conformation that I should go over fire safety with them, reinforce our evacuation plan, go over home safety and what to do if an intruder gets in and so on. Anyway, have a wonderful day 💜💜
@@K42029 aww, thank you💜💜 I love my babies more than anything and I'd later down my life to protect them in a heart beat. Thank you, I like my name too. It fits. I use it for gaming too😁
Hi Natalie 👋👋 Last year on my way home there was a radio ad for organ donors from national registry. I made sure that when i registered that my skin was to be donated. I'm so sorry for your injury 🤕 but all I see is one heck of a beautiful young lady with a spirit for life ❤
The only reason people disliked this is because their eyes were so filled up with tears they accidentally clicked the dislike button instead of the like button!!! I love you. You are so strong and beautiful and amazing!!
Natalie, thank you for sharing this part of your life with us. I don't even have the right words to say how unbelievably awesome I think you are; "strong" doesn't even come close, but that's all I can come up with right now. When I was in nursing school we weren't allowed to work with burn patients, but we did get to observe a shift on the burn unit at UNC Hospital. I wasn't expecting to gain many skills, seeing as I wouldn't be touching or doing anything, but it turns out I learned more that day than any other day in my clinical rotations. To those interested in speaking to me, I sat and listened to every word they said. Some told me about how they got burned, one told me what it was like living in the burn unit and about all of his treatments, and another opened up to me about how she thought her life would be in the future, once she was finally discharged from the hospital. It was a sad and painful day, but one I'll never forget. It was 20 years ago but I remember it like it was yesterday. Y'all are some of the most amazing Individuals I've had the honor to meet, and I appreciate you telling your story. I'm still working as a nurse (on a covid unit right now) but I also teach nursing in the evenings. If there's anything you'd like for me to teach my students, please let me know! I'm always looking for ways to make them better nurses, and mostly the lessons I teach them come from real patients. Reading books for knowledge can only take you so far... We need patient's voices to become better nurses. Thanks again, Natalie! Take care, sweet girl!✌️💜
Im sorry about what happened to you. The fact you share this with the world shows you have strength and perhaps come to terms with what happened. I wish you the best.
At 9:36 I had to stop for a minute. I have 4 children (now adults) and I can't comprehend the level of shock and fear that you and your parents went through. Look at you now though! You look beautiful! You're such a fighter and yes God has you. Jesus was/is with you even in the darkest days!
This should be shown to young people who disregard the dangers of fire...she seems a sensible young lady when she was going through her horrific situation...god bless you...live your life to the full...peace love and joy doesn’t cost anything....so let that surround your heart...
You are so strong. I can’t believe you did what you were supposed to. I’m an RN and you are the first person I have heard this from. Good for you. I’m glad that you have a strong faith because it shows what God can do through a person. You are here for a reason, and you are already making a difference to so many, including me. Thank you.
@@aaronmariscal7983 she acted brave and she kept her mind straight once the accident happened and she didnt let the fact that she was on fire change how she acted I guess. She was brave in the sense that she didn’t start breathing in the gasoline and fumes. I think both words could work because she is definitely strong and brave
@@aaronmariscal7983 she is absolutely brave. For all of the reasons stated above, and many more. She is also extremely brave in telling her story and showing what she has been through. It can’t be easy to relive those moments to tell others the story and to show people photos of her throughout her recovery (probably what many would see as the “worst” photos of herself).
I'm a burn survivor as well. My burns was not as extensive as yours but I still understand what you're going thru. Same thing sorta happened to me...was with gasoline on my legs n feet. I didnt feel it as it was happening either. I panicked and just ran around. Didnt think to stop, drop n roll. Wish I had of then my Burns woulda maybe just been 1st degree and.not 2nd n 3rd. I figured it was the adrenaline but I sure as hell felt it when it went away. I had pyshical therapy for 6 months. Had to relearn to walk as my legs had antrophede. So yes, I understand your pain. Your strong.too!
@Stuart Dickinson thank you. My accident happened 30 years ago so I've long healed but I have the scars . I still to this day have a fear of fire. Not like I just wont use fire cause I will but I'm always extra cautious!
My god this brought me to tears! Girl your a survivor through and through! There's another woman, who was burned similarly in her backyard eating a cookout as well with her husband, and she was accidentally caught on fire as well. Both of you have remained POSITIVE through this journey in ya'lls lives. The strength and courage is impeccable honestly to me. I'm sure there's days where you are down and feel negative about yourself and life, but remember YOU ARE ALIVE! You where pretty then but you are beautiful now! You're beautiful now and it's radiant, it's pure and holy, what the Lord has with you. That day you could not have survived, same as Tonya Meisenbach, the woman I mentioned with the similiar situation. You both went theough and endured a tragedy, but a healing journey, together. Well not together, separately but the journey and processes was similarly together, and both came out smiling! I see in your photos, from before, and the videos of you now, your smile is still there, the brightness in your eyes, and the radiance of your skin still all shines brightly. Don't let anyone get to you, don't let any hate comments get to you, don't let mean people get to you. They are jealous, they are disgruntled people who don't have anything better to do. You've done so much and continue to do so much! You have a life ahead of you, live it! Love it! (I mention Toyna (@burnedbeauty2018) only because, like yourself she's into makeup and clothing. She leads a beautiful life like your own, and continues to radiate the positiveness this world so desperately needs! I mentioned her not to go compare stories of the past, but connect together with the future. She is abit older, so she may have insight as well, with the journey she had. I cried watching her video too, just like I did yours!.... 9000k comments on this video! That's A LOT of hearts you've touched with your story! I'm sure my comment will be lost amongst all these people but one day I hope you read this! Even just for a small smile on those bad days, remember someone is out there that knows what your going through, and you have a fan here rooting for you to keep that smile going! ♡
I was trying to think of how to say exactly what you did without sounding like I was "just saying that to be nice". Thank you for putting into words exactly what I was thinking. She really is very pretty and there is so much kindness in her beautiful eyes. I hope she is still doing well and that James is continuing to get better!
Her short hair suits her so well she is so beautiful. Your differences just show how strong u are. Your an inspiration for being so strong and smart. Edit: wow thx for the likes I never got so many likes before. Happy holidays!
I got brought here from a Facebook reel of you standing in the cold. What an absolutely beautiful soul you are. I hope life is treating you well and wish you the best. Thank you for sharing your story with total strangers.
I don’t know how or why this ended up being recommended to me but thank you for sharing this. My dad was also in a gasoline fire accident in 2014 and suffered 3rd degree burns on 60% of his body. He was alone during the accident so I never knew exactly what happened or how he felt during the accident. Before I could get to him in the hospital he was already sedated and intubated and could not talk to me (your pictures in the hospital remind me a lot of what he looked like then). He was hospitalized in ICU for 6 weeks before he finally passed away from his injuries. There are so many questions about what happened to him and why, and what he may have been experiencing. It comforted me to hear you saying that at the time of your accident the adrenaline prevented you from feeling pain. I hope that was the case for my dad too. I usually avoid stories about burn victims/fire accidents because of the secondary trauma I have from watching my dad go through it. But this was a real comfort and inspiration. Thank you. Bless you.
I am so sorry for your loss. ❤ losing a parent is awful but when we don't get the chance to talk to them before they pass and never knowing what they went through is something that just never seems to leave us. My Dad passed unexpectedly in 2005 and it still feels raw sometimes. Sending you virtual hugs!
I often sigh at the kind of trash I see on RUclips, but it's content like this that restores my faith not just in social media but in humanity too. I can't even begin to imagine the internal agony you felt on your journey to recovery, but I do know that your honest and brave account of your difficult experience may help to save lives. I wouldn't have thought to cover my face or to keep my mouth shut. I pray that nobody is ever in such a terrifying situation, but if they are then I hope that they will remember your words. It's moving to see that you have such a beautiful family around you, and an equally beautiful smile. Thank you for sharing this with us all; you've make the internet a better, more meaningful, and certainly more emotional place. With love, Ax
Hi everyone! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and listen to my story. It truly is so amazing the amount or love & support yall have 💛 james is doing really good! He was unfortunately burned worse mainly because he was holding the container and closer to the barrel. his healing process is going amazing, & he continues to grow and heal every day. I try not to give out too much information because i want to respect him and his family's privacy. everything i say about him is with his permission! again, thank you all so much💕
Love you and your tik toks!
Your so strong and brave 😊
Hey I hope I didn’t hurt your feelings but hey I’m such honest It’s a real world here
aww I hope both of you guys are healing better everyday! You guys are so brave and you are still so beautiful! I hope you and James have an amazing and fresh recovery ❤️🥺
God your truly an inspiration!I pray you get stronger and stronger each passing day
The ability for humans to bounce back from the most horrific things is a real testament to how strong people are, they just don't know it.
Amen
THIS
@Dit Dit BH I sincerely hope that you are not calling Natalie an alien, are you?!?
Not all bounce back. This woman has an amazing spirit and inner strength. She's amazing!
Great example of how strong you can be when strength is your only choice.. 😩
This video came up on my recommended and I’m blown away with how strong you are! I’m glad you’ve got such a great support system around you. I’m from the UK & we have an amazing presenter here called Katie Piper who is a burns survivor. You might want to check her out as she’s real inspiring too. Sending love!
Love u jaackmateeee
Mine too, what amazing strength and out look
strange choice of words there
this was on my recommended too
Awe ❤️ Hi Jack maate!
RUclips recommended me your videos and you are doing great! One of my friends who is a burn survivor said the best thing he did after his accident was connect with other burn survivors. Let me know if you ever want to connect with some really cool people who are also burn survivors!
I hope she sees this! Your channel is incredible ❤️
Love u SBSK ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love your channel
Love your channel and everything you stand for!! ❤
Omg I love your channel
Damn.. the fact that she was able to think like “don’t open your mouth so the gas and smoke don’t get in your lungs” and “keep your eyes closed so the gas and flames don’t get it” all while on fire.. is amazing. I’d probably have been freaking out and completely unable to think period. That’s strength.
That’s what I was thinking. She had some amazing crisis management in that moment.
Yeah how can you possibly keep your head and think straight during that?
Its adrenaline. I was very close to car accident and in 1 sec. I could chose one of many options to avoid it. After that i couldt belive how its posible to think logical that fast
the pig she ate went through a GAS CHAMBER, by being burned from the inside out, you see no remorse for her deliberate actions.
I thought that as well.
Before burn - one of the most prettiest smile I've ever seen
After burn - Still one of the most prettiest smile I've ever seen
Whatever you do, do NOT lose that pretty smile. Please
Yep she is still the prettiest smile and super beutiful everybody is don’t ever forget that people!!!
I believe that she is a strong and patient warrior
SIMP
Yes she's so beautiful ❤❤
@@viperion3930 shut up. Do you realize that she was just being nice to this poor girl that is still so beautiful stop being rude and chill. You don't even know what simp means
tomorrow is officially a year since the accident and you're sti thriving, girl. you're strong and smart
Today is exactly a year!
what a strong and beautiful soul
@@neophantomm She truly is! peace✌
Strong and smart, but not pretty 🤣🤣🤣
@@photogenichunt4254 wow your so rude she is very beautiful think before you say something like that it’s not funny. Think about what she went through and for u to say that wow🤦♀️
Life is not fair... makes me so sad. Youre beautiful & strong!!! Take care Natalie
Wise words
nice words
Peepeepoopoo
@@CrazyBoy-gd4wz I bet you wouldn’t like it if you were mentally and physically scarred, would you? A person who judges others when they are so horrible will DEFINITELY have a meeting with karma, sooner or later.
@@cornflakes8358 don’t care that is disgusting. What are u talking about karma?I did nothing idiot.
I can't believe that you thought to drop and roll, cover your face and not scream in those moment... I'm sure I speak for so many people when I say that you are so freaking strong and beautiful! Your story is amazing and touched me so deeply, I hope you know that this is just the beginning of your story, I know you are going to go on to inspire people and do something great with all your courage and strength. Your family looks so sweet and supportive, I'm so glad you had them to lean on! You are beautiful inside and out, I'm excited to continue watching your journey! Keep your head held high and be proud of yourself for how far you've come, sending you so much love
Kristina, you summed up every thing I was thinking! This young lady is amazing. I'm looking to have children in the next few years, and it's videos like this that remind me to teach my future children to protect themselves. It must have been good education that gave this young lady the knowledge and level head to know what to do at such a mad time, she kept her head and most probably saved her life!
Keep up being fabulous, and spreading the word that life goes on! Take care xxx
Honestly this is said so well.
Beautiful, strong Natalie.
Your the most inspiring young lady I've ever met. Your story is a real life story... while I was watching, listening the tears were rolling over my cheeks...BUT your unbelieveble smile shows us whom you are....NATALIE SKYE...still the same person with a story to tell and a family, friends etc who love you, fight with you. Girl you're not at the end of your Life Story its the beginning.
Love and strainght from Europe the Netherlands.
*"you got a friend in mine" 🍀❤
That s so thoching
omg Kristina
But yeah, I agree with everything you said
I’m happy you survived. I hope you’re doing well right now. Stay confident and stay you Natalie! :)
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@@shrekwithawillsmithface465 same
@@shrekwithawillsmithface465 i agree
@Matilda Lloyd don't feel bad, Matilda. She's awsom
@@shrekwithawillsmithface465 wise words
ur so smart，I would've just screamed and panicked.
Same.
And a very good girl!
You'd be shocked at the response your body can have when it turns into a fight or flight situation. Thank God she knew what to do. ❤️
It's not about smarts. She just has really good instincts that kicked in well in the situation she was put in.
@Frances Santiago she isn’t a dog-
As a burn survivor, it is a long road, but you will come out stronger, confident and know you can get through anything. I was 16 now 58 and proud of my survivor wounds. If you ever need to reach out, I am here for you.
This really just shows how something can change in a matter of second.. she is so brave for sharing her story!!
Yep, especially with fire and flammable liquids. So many people don't really understand petrol and other fuels - it's not the liquid itself that's burning, it's the vapour. Horrifically dangerous to pour fuel onto any naked flame, as these poor kids found out. Much better education is needed on fire safety and the dangers of handling fuels/flammable liquids so that awful accidents like this don't happen.
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Idk how that makes her brave but hope she’s doing okay
@@chaosfighter9742 she’s brave to share her story and show her healing process
@@user-bv2jy8jz2m literally what is funny 😐
It's so scary how one night can change the entire couse of a person's life
Edit: omg I was not expecting this many likes
I was your 999th like
@@theatomic430 bro-
@@theatomic430 bru
@@theatomic430 brother
@@theatomic430 not the time bro
the dislikes are the people trying to like but didn’t see because of the tears In their eyes. Girl you are a warrior. God bless you ❤️
Those dislikes are bots RUclips won't allow videos with no dislikes
@@salty9770 mhm
youtube recommends videos based on likes and dislikes. so say someone does not like this sort of content; just dislike it so youtube knows not to reccomend similar videos.
People usually dislike the video when are not interested in this tipe of videos. Doesn’t mean they don’t like it.
@@Lara-fx4ex Maybe that! I have my opinion :)
It's amazing how in a horrible moment like this you still remembered important stuff like not opening your mouth and eyes and shielding your face and palms. I can't imagine myself not panicking
For real, I'd be hysterical screaming and running...smart girl
Whoever told you that having 50% of your body burned "isn't much" needs a slap across the face. Incredible story and thank you for sharing! Wishing you all the best on recovery and healing :)
They say that because it didn't happen to them, disgusting🤢
@@alice_0044 rude she is beautiful ❤️
@@bellaedison3259 how is that rude, she’s saying that it’s disgusting what the people said about her.
Yeah wtf. That is a lot.
Any amount of getting burnt is too much, 50% seems like a ton and they are beautiful and valid. :)
I should enjoy life more.
We all should life is so short and you need to live you best life
I'm saying this caz my life was so close to be over on a accident
So yes you should enjoy your life more :)
@@Lisa-hk9ol That's tuff
@@Lisa-hk9ol thnx for advice.🙏
YES stop being scared. Live.
@@Yakuza524 That's so low to be so jealous of a beautiful girls looks and to laugh at her misfortune because she is beautiful.
Not a lot of people know this, but scar tissue is much harder and and not even close to how soft real skin is. She is an absolute trooper.
I can't imagine what it'd be like to be covered in scar tissue. As someone who scars very easily even my thumb can be annoying after I managed to split it open with a box cutter and that scar is very thin! If I extend my thumb the scar has an annoying tingly sensation. Can't imagine having that all over my body 😖
It's actually softer, I have a huge scar on my leg
500th like ❤️
@@jethroteece4750 I have a huge burn scar on my arm, the skin is tight and firm. How is yours soft?
@@tessbacon mabye that deepens on the wound. Like maybe burnt skin is harder and when u cut yourself its softer because there’s something missing? Does that make sense?Maybe but i really don’t know :/
it's scary how your life can change in the blink of an eye
This is why it’s good not to go outside. Stay away from everything. Problem equals solved.
When she said that many people don't think it was that serious when they heard 49-50% of her body, I was shocked. Cause when she mentioned it I literally gasped audibly.
This is my most honest reaction, but I kept a straight face the whole time like 😐 (not to be rude because I know everyone sees that emoji in a different way)
@@charlottetunia2810 who cares
Just imagine...what does 80% burned skin would look like
Well we follow the rules of 9 so it’s not that massive. But 3rd and 4th degree burn injuries are so hard to treat....once healed you will notice you have lose much elasticity and mobility of your skin.
Charlotte Tunia this is the third comment I’ve seen you write on this post omg
The fact that you’re not angry at the friend who put gas on the fire is an amazing testimony to your love for others. I’m glad you have a good support network. Praying for your healing.
all i want to know, is her friend okay?!?!?!?!?!? like hhjfdkmvkk
@@lucy_eliza yes her Instagram is in her bio, she follows him @ _james.tmm_
@@lucy_eliza he was burnt a lot worse but luckily his still alive
@@fiamojo1 thank goodness!
@@lucy_eliza He was burned on 80% of his body and needs finger prosthetics because he lost all 10 of his fingers. But he's alive.
For anyone here who doesn’t know, gasoline is no joke, and should never be used to start a fire. It doesn’t just burn like lighter fluid. It literally explodes.
cause that's how cars work right? the gas like explodes and keeps on going? like a genuine question
cause that’s how cars work right? the gas like explodes and keeps it going? like a genuine question
@@charlottetunia2810 that’s such a stupid response. But yes, in fact there is an explosion in cars... a mini one. You wouldn’t be able to drive without it 😂😂... get your facts straight
I know 3 people in my small little town that have been severely burned by using, or someone near them using, gasoline as a fire accelator, each around 20 years age difference, showing that this just keeps happening throughout the generations. Please teach your children how dangerous this is.
@@mikeydal8460 did you mean question
the fact that she said “ no one even noticed I was on fire then someone pointed it out” Like make sure everyone’s ok not just one person
In a situation like that, the kids were probably fully in shock also and their focus instantly went to James who was running and screaming as instinct. They’re kids, they’re human
So many people forget the basic of "Stop, Drop, and Roll" but to also think to keep your mouth shut to prevent smoke inhalation, eyes shut so gasoline couldn't get in...to be able to think of all of that in a matter of seconds is impressive. You're so brave, strong, determined... you're just amazing. This made me cry. God bless your family, friends, and medical staff who helped you get to where you are.
It doesn’t work that well if your clothes are already melted to your skin
@@allythebean0420 all I'm saying is she knew she was on fire, and that's what they teach you in school...had she not done that she could have been burned more than 40% of her body.
It is quite impressive, when something traumatic happens you never know what you're going to do. I tend to freeze a lot, but anyway I'm so glad she did what she did. Burns are so damn painful, anyone who exists throughout that pain is so resilient.
Exactly!! And she even thought about not running around in her heels to prevent an ankle injury. Which would make the situation even worse.This to me is the human body definitely in survival mode!! Such a strong person
@@ohnagya Most people would panic and she was chill and did what she could to prevent it from being worse. She's amazing.
She has The Most gorgeous eyes I have ever seen. Her voice is so soothing. I could watch and listen to her recite the phonebook and be utterly transfixed.
True! I really can’t stop look at them!🥺
I agree! Her eyes are so captivating. She has such a pure light to her soul. I could listen to her talk all day. What a good person ❤️💪🏼
She should do ASMR!! I almost fell asleep too her sweet voice!
I too was in the Vanderbilt Burn ward Dec12,2019. You were down the hall from me. The nurses told me about you and James....and I prayed so many times for you both. Those nurses .... I want you to know how much they cared about you. I would ask them how you were doing and I could see it in their eyes how special you are. You inspired me to get up and go on with life and accept my scars, my new normal. God has blessed us so much. I am so happy to finally see "the girl down the hall" and know you are just as beautiful as I imagined you to be. ❤️
*That's so sweet that you heard about her♡*
Nurses can’t tell you anything about other patients so either you’re lying or incriminating your nurses
@@coIIectinheads it really is cool to finally know who these 2 are. I would get up and walk around ....do laps around the ward to aid my healing. I never peeked into other patient's rooms because it felt ....idk....just wrong. I think God answered my prayer....and then some. 😊
@@atomicplaygirl66 That's great!
@@koripaganucci6227 she said she could see it in the nurses eyes how much they cared. There wasn't anything I read that incriminated the nurses. I'm sure the whole hospital an surrounding communities were talking about what happened. Not to mention it was on the news. I believe it would be illegal only if the nurses divulged personal information about the patients but I'm sure they couldn't help but Express a amount of concern an luv in their faces. Try not to be so harsh.
this is the strongest girl ever. the fact that she had the sense to drop and roll, cover her mouth, save her face. anyone in that situation would usually panic exactly like james. everything flashes before ur eyes. i’m still astounded how she could keep her mind straight and know exactly what to do. i’m so touched by her story. keep ur head up, ur beautiful inside & out. ily
Rolling on the ground is an absolute last resort. It doesn't usually work.
@@lemonsqweezy9532 You're stupid as crap, i was burned from the waist up and it worked for me.....I have the scares to prove it, mamas basement boy........
@@deborahpell3869 he’s right
She's strong, but there's a ton of strong girls all over the world and throughout history, so I feel like "strongest girl ever" is an over exaggeration and feels like it takes away credit to other very strong girls around the world.
@@hcyfyvnhuchchc8489 have u been through what they have been through before?
Not only did you survive, but now you have the courage to talk about it and still be YOU? Whoa- little lady, you are one very incredible person. Your family just excudes love.....I am moved.
It’s crazy how someone that went through this.. still manages to look beautiful!
thank you so much🥺
She is beautiful! And smart! I don’t know how she stayed so calm. #natalieisbeautiful
Fax✨❤️
Natalie Skye it’s truuuuuuuuu
i agree! im not even lying
your eyes are captivating. it really is the gateway to a persons soul, and yours is so pure. strong woman over here! sending love
This was beautiful said
I'm so sorry Natalie I'm her four you love you ❤❤❤
@@spag7839 !!
17, a Burn survivor, and still absolutely Gorgeous. Proud of you, Girly!
This was a terrible accident and not her fault - I’m proud of her quick and calm response.
James unfortunately never reached out to apologize either. 😔
You are everything right about this world.
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Instead of beauty gurus, wig companies should sponsor burn victims.
uhm? that's rather biased? rather than say instead you should say " wig companies should not only sponser beauty gurus but burn survivors too"
@@amor7886 ^^^
@@SCAREDYET-x6p stfu
@@firstname3993 my guy??
@@firstname3993 my guy??
I guess I'm 3 years late seeing this story but I hope you're doing well and thriving. You are beautiful and don't let anyone tell you otherwise! God bless you young lady! ❤
You acted so calm and smart in such a situation. We‘re proud
We Stan
she is damn smart, i hope this video appears on everyone's recommended, bcz i definitely learned *alot* from this strong girl
Yeah me too.
It did for me, and my heart 🥺♥️
@@holyxny omg hello fellow moa~
@@user-wt1gn6ts5y hi💞
She saved herself. She should be proud of how she reacted. Very smart!
I'm not a big crier but this did it for me.
Your same I just ^ cutely puches^
I'm a very emotional person and the tears weren't in the mood and idk why
Charlotte Tunia
SAME!!
"I felt bad that I got hurt."
You are so precious. You are important. What happened wasn't your fault and hope you don't feel guilty. It sounds like you handled the situation with so much logic and intelligence.
You're a fighter! I hope you post another video sharing more about who you are, things you like, and your hopes for the future! You're more than your burn scars. ❤️
THIS!
Trauma really has a way of making you feel like it's your fault. I truly wish her the best in healing, especially mentally.
Man this woman’s courageous AF
This tragic accident clearly didn't dim the light inside you. You and your smile are beautiful! Shine on girl!! ❤❤❤❤❤
Well said. Wishing you all the very best!
What a true Warrior Princess ❤
This should be a lesson to everyone watching. NEVER mix gasoline or any flammable thing with fire. IT NEVER ENDS WELL. This is why I've only ever been to one bonfire in my whole life. Fire terrifies me so much.
You're strong, thank you for sharing Natalie.
It doesn’t always never end well. Usually it ends with everyone happily going home. It’s the 1% of the time something terrible happens. Always be safe when dealing with anything flammable. Take the proper safety precautions and always think before you act. My prayers go out to this woman and the other man that caught on fire and there family and anyone else. Stay strong and in the end your coming out a stronger person. You can safely enjoy a nice bonfire but you have to do it safely and mature and don’t take chances.
@@daveycrockett5738 Who says you won't be a part of the 1%? This pretty 17 year old was. Just because there's a 1% chance it'll happen doesn't mean it won't happen to someone at some point.. I'd rather just not take the risk than risk being the 1%.
@@meghanh2511 well ya of course. If there’s a chance of it happening then it’s defiantly possible for it to happen to you. If the theory of parallel universes is correct then basically anything you think of is happening or could happen to you. It’s like saying well I could get in a wreck in a car so I’m not gonna drive. Or I could get attacked by a bear so I’m not gonna walk in the woods. Or I could get attacker by a shark so I’m not gonna swim in the water. Or I could have a heart attack so I’m not gonna live. That last one is a stretch kinda but you get the point. Life is chance and if you live your life in fear of thinking what if you’ll never experience it... but I respect your opinion
@@daveycrockett5738 the statistic is more than 1%.
Pouring or squirting inflammables should never be done cos the flame runs back up the stream... At most soak tinder wood with inflammable material then throw a torch on from a distance
Girll I'm literally sobbing over here, not because I'm sad, but I am just so impressed with how strong you are. God bless you, have a good holiday queen!
If anyone was wondering her friend who also got burned is alive but suffered from 80% burns. I can’t believe how quick Natalie was to stop, drop, and roll and cover her mouth
I found Her friend and he is alive and well, he doesn’t even look burned at all which is amazing. His Instagram is @_james.tmm_
@@oliviagauthier8351 i’m not sure but i think those were old photos/videos of him because there would be a lotttt more scarring for 80% burns and i think he lost all 10 fingers sadly :(
@@ilanacole4865 oh my :( such a sad night but they are so strong
@@oliviagauthier8351 his face is completely changed, there was a local news story that he appeared in :( he is alive and relatively well however!
@@oliviagauthier8351 yeah those are from before the accident. saw a recent pic of him and his face, arms and legs have burn scars on them :(
What makes a person beautiful? One who has the light within them. A fighter who never gives up. The realization that you can do whatever it is to achieve what you want. Physical beauty is fleeting but the beauty of who you are is eternal. Never forget that❤️❤️❤️
Wow. I had almost the exact same thing happen when I was 14. I was also burned in a fire involving gasoline. 40% burns; face, neck, chest, stomach and arms. Minor burns on my back. How you described everything, so real and similar to how I describe my experience.
It has been 18yrs since I was burned. The first year was the worst but trust me, it gets better. So thankful to my medical team, my scars are barely visible now. If you ever need to vent, here for ya!
If you don't mind me asking, how did you shower afterwards? When I get small burns from the oven, it hurts like hell. I can't imagine having it on 40% of my body.
So glad you are still here with us☺️ you’re so strong❤️
@@tdbsiddhbhedk457 I'd imagine you dont, honestly. Your skin would need to heal, water will take any protective healing layers off I'd assume.
@bOuLeVaRd oF bRoKeN dReAmS I have never thought about it before but maybe.
@@tdbsiddhbhedk457 it was pure torture. First “shower” was me laying on a table that had holes in it, they kinda lowered it into a tub and literally scrub debris and dead skin off. Actual showers were terrible for months. I had one amazing nurse who would actually get in the shower with me and she would count down with me before she started scrubbing. I showered twice a day for awhile, full dressing change. First few months I spent 3-4hrs a day showering and dressing changes.
Definitely going over fire safety with my kids whenever they exist.
Same
So I just bawled my eyes out. What a strong, incredible woman she is.
I am a grown man. I would consider myself blessed if i had the courage that you have in your little finger.
As someone who is specialising in burns for a PhD , I cannot say how strong and amazing you are. I don’t think people really appreciate how strong you are, to have basically 50% burns to your body especially in the frontal plane and survive, shows your unbreakable spirit and fight to survive. You are a real testimony to what never giving up looks like. I hope the rest of your journey continues strongly.
“i didn’t scream”
“James was screaming”
wow 🥺
Ofc, he was in front of the barrel, i think he was drenched with gasoline and probably got his whole body on fire
So only her and james got burned? not her other friends?
@@marilyn.g most likely. If there wind was blowing in their general direction at the time, the majority of the flames and gasoline would've splashed onto them.
Ik im being stupid but I'm really glad she is okay this must have been hard but did James survive or not cause somehow I don't find a part in the vid that says he did? Or am I just rwaly stupid?
@@Miricalie I was wondering too, I hope he’s okay
Feeling no pain is usually worse than feeling pain, because often that means that you got burnt so bad that the nerves in your skin got burnt aswel which is why you don’t feel anything. You were so brave staying calm and how you remembered to roll in the grass instead of run around and closing your eyes and mouth. Such a strong person ❤️
That can be true, but don't also forget the power of shock. Shock is crazy and can temporarily suspend any feelings because it is allowing the human body to react to the situation first. It's an evolutionary survival tactic, which in Natalie's case definitely helped as she was still able to focus on what she had to do rather than the pain of the situation.
@@oreninja exactly! Shock can do crazy things!
@@oreninja yes shock, I broke my arm and felt nothing but was crying because I thought that it look unfixable and the doctors were going to amputate it. Lol
On the other hand, my sister burned her hand (no pun intended) severely from a grease fire from a malfunctioned stove and felt pain.
I had a very similar accident. My ex boyfriends brother poured paraffin onto a fireplace which exploded and set me completely on fire. I was full conscious throughout and it was the most painful & distressing experience of my life. I also felt the same focused calm in putting the flames out. I was completely on fire - but luckily the 3 layers of clothing on my upper body saved me. My legs were badly burnt and 2nd-3rd degree. My one hand was badly burnt and in the most pain from all the exposed nerves. I wish more people knew fire and fuel safety.
I’m so incredibly sorry this happened to you. You’re such a strong person, I wouldn’t have been able to make it through this
Yes you would have. 👍❤🙂
My mom was a burn nurse. You were an incredible survivor. Much love to you.
As an African American Grandma. I'm astounded by the Ocean🌊blue color of your eyes! My daughter collects beautiful💎gemstones such as your eye color. Pretty Girl Rocks!!! GOD got this...
@@dwaynejohnson7023 omg. So triggered😳 it wasn’t really that serious.
@Dwayne Johnson I think she mentioned that because most African American people have dark brown eyes. There was no need to be rude. This lady also seems like such an incredible person! Her message was for Natalie and nobody else, so please don’t start judging.
As a black American I read this comment and also watched this video.
I think someone was jealous of her beauty and did this.
I love this comment! Such a lovely compliment
My husband’s uncle last Christmas was putting gasoline on a fire in his backyard when it traveled up into the container and exploded in his hands, he ended up dying at the hospital from his injuries a couple days later. Terrible, it happens all too often! Just know you are strong and beautiful! happy holidays love!
wow! That visual was so, so saddening. I’m sorry for your loss. I’m so thankful for the young lady sharing her story & also for comments like yours because I 100% didn’t know you aren’t supposed to use gasoline to start a fire. God bless x
@@laurenar.8081 I'm shocked you didn't know that, honestly. Glad you know now. Use dryer lint if you need a fire starter, gasoline is much too powerful.
An ex boyfriend doused the fire with gasoline can and it traveled up his hand and he had nothing but blisters the size of pancakes on them. He was in so much pain.
@@leahtv7778 you shouldn't be shocked Leah there was a time you didn't know. This person was being honest is all. We can't all be as blessed with your current knowledge.
wow i’m so sorry for your loss
You’re so beautiful, scars and all. You’re a survivor, bless you and James. Don’t let this get you down ever, because your strength is clearly astounding!
Guys never ever add fuel to an ongoing fire.. fuels like gasoline, alcohol, kerosene, etc .. it's like a bomb in ur hand ... One mistake can cause ur & someone else's life
YES!!!
If you do that the fire will follow the pouring trail back into the bottle and set the entire bottle on fire.
We made this mistake and I paid for it. My legs and feet where set on fire. I panicked. Ended up with 2nd n 3rd degree burns. Was bedridden cause I couldn't walk. My legs got antrophede so I had to relearn to walk after extensive physical therapy. It's no joke !
@@rayexotic Aaaah!!
True
I never knew this .. thank you.
i’m so so so sorry this horrible thing happened to you and your friends. you are warriors. never forget ❤️
Google global truth project and read "The Present" to see the truth about life/death in four pages.
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The amount of quick thinking you had in this situation is amazing. Also, girl, don't feel bad for getting hurt. This was a bad bad accident.
Hi I'm a burn survivor 8 years now . I know now I'm not alone. Im Glad you Share your story
I think I would be overwhelmed by bitterness and anger over the whole situation - I deeply admire your strength through all this!
Your sisters are lucky to have you to look up to!!
Gentle reminder guys Gasoline is Different from Kerosene. if you want to set fire use kerosene not Gasoline.
Just curious... why?
@@vcassol6989 I think it’s because gasoline is explosive and kerosene is flammable and won’t explode.
@@MrRyan6262 thank you!
Gasoline puts off combustible fumes. Kerosene doesn’t. You can see gasoline fumes in the summertime while you’re pumping gas.
I'll just stick (see what i did there) to lil' twigs and make a fire that is safe istead of using flamable fluids. Also more fun and rewarding that way.
So scary (but humbling, in a way) to think that your life can drastically change in just one night.
In a second 💔
I’ve always known that. So many times a day we are at so much risk and we don’t even realize it. Always be very carful and don’t let your guard down
The fact that you both survived and recovered is truly incredible
The fact she felt bad she got hurt breaks my heart. Shows how selfless she really is🥺
For people who don't know- NEVER put a gas fire out with water. It'll spread the fire. You should smother the fire with something like sand, dirt, or ashes. ♥️ I hope no one ever has to use this tip.
Can u use salt?
@@Xteaart possibly if it's a small fire assuming you don't throw the salt from the side (if you throw it from the side the salt substance can catch on fire it's self and make it spread) but if you pour it directly on top it'll probably work but it's unlikely. If you have a gas fire it's likely going to be a large fire since gas is very flammable and explosive plus I doubt you'd have THAT much salt just laying around. DO NOT USE FLOUR OR ANYTHING POWDERY BTW that's really dangerous too as it can also spread fire.
+Aciid How about not using gasoline to start a fire in the first place? DOH. SMH
@@liesdamnliesandstatsweird1934 accidents happen and unfortunately not everyone will use common sense either :/
Wow the way you handled that situation is so incredible. Trying to protect eyes, mouth, lungs and face in general.. So smart and brave! Girl you are beautiful inside and outside and I'm really inspired by your spirit! Such a brave young woman just wow
i know!! i was thinking that too, its amazing that even in a moment like that she was WAY more calm than any other person would be. she’s very inspiring, shes so brave, millions should hear her story
You’re so amazing to be able to not only experience this but talk about it. I hope you’re doing well❤️
Crazy what people endure. The universe put this in front of you and you’re crushing it. Period.
I'm going to go over fire safety with my babies when they get home.
That's such a nice idea! Sometimes we tend to underestimate things like fire, traffic and so on
@@K42029 yes, we do. For sure. I was just thinking about how much trust we put into complete STRANGERS every single day, every day that we drive and eat out and so on. Then this video came up in my feed. Kind of conformation that I should go over fire safety with them, reinforce our evacuation plan, go over home safety and what to do if an intruder gets in and so on. Anyway, have a wonderful day 💜💜
@@stonerchick you're an amazing mommy!!! ❤️ I wish you all the best and health in this crazy time. May God watch over you and your beautiful family!
@@stonerchick btw I just saw your user name hahah now I love you even more ❤️
@@K42029 aww, thank you💜💜 I love my babies more than anything and I'd later down my life to protect them in a heart beat. Thank you, I like my name too. It fits. I use it for gaming too😁
You are literally so pure for this world, you’re that one person everyone needs to know about 🤧🥺
She is the main character
@@kitcat3618 mhm
According to RUclips comments, 87% of people are to pure or wholesome for this world
@@SegularRpork wow
@@courtthecherryqueen wow indeed, you have contributed to this and it annoys me.
Hi Natalie 👋👋
Last year on my way home there was a radio ad for organ donors from national registry. I made sure that when i registered that my skin was to be donated. I'm so sorry for your injury 🤕 but all I see is one heck of a beautiful young lady with a spirit for life ❤
You are the strongest person I know. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
I’m so sorry this happened to you and your friend James, I hope him and you are healing physically and mentally well. Best wishes.
The only reason people disliked this is because their eyes were so filled up with tears they accidentally clicked the dislike button instead of the like button!!! I love you. You are so strong and beautiful and amazing!!
omg awww i love that
Or they just dont care:/
@@Austin.tofye1 oh dang
@@camillelaviano7477 ....
@@Austin.tofye1 that’s harsh
Natalie, thank you for sharing this part of your life with us. I don't even have the right words to say how unbelievably awesome I think you are; "strong" doesn't even come close, but that's all I can come up with right now.
When I was in nursing school we weren't allowed to work with burn patients, but we did get to observe a shift on the burn unit at UNC Hospital. I wasn't expecting to gain many skills, seeing as I wouldn't be touching or doing anything, but it turns out I learned more that day than any other day in my clinical rotations. To those interested in speaking to me, I sat and listened to every word they said. Some told me about how they got burned, one told me what it was like living in the burn unit and about all of his treatments, and another opened up to me about how she thought her life would be in the future, once she was finally discharged from the hospital. It was a sad and painful day, but one I'll never forget. It was 20 years ago but I remember it like it was yesterday.
Y'all are some of the most amazing Individuals I've had the honor to meet, and I appreciate you telling your story.
I'm still working as a nurse (on a covid unit right now) but I also teach nursing in the evenings. If there's anything you'd like for me to teach my students, please let me know! I'm always looking for ways to make them better nurses, and mostly the lessons I teach them come from real patients. Reading books for knowledge can only take you so far... We need patient's voices to become better nurses.
Thanks again, Natalie! Take care, sweet girl!✌️💜
Im sorry about what happened to you. The fact you share this with the world shows you have strength and perhaps come to terms with what happened. I wish you the best.
The fact that no one noticed you at first... I would’ve felt so lonely. You are so strong and brave.
This made me cry,I’ve realised I don’t appreciate things as much as I should thank you for this and I’m am so sorry this touch my heart!
At 9:36 I had to stop for a minute. I have 4 children (now adults) and I can't comprehend the level of shock and fear that you and your parents went through. Look at you now though! You look beautiful! You're such a fighter and yes God has you. Jesus was/is with you even in the darkest days!
OMG the card that said “my Christmas wish is for my sister to come home” that broke me 💔😞
I know right? :C
wait i’m pretty lost, what happened to her sister?
@@creamsock8954 She is the sister. I am pretty sure her younger sister wrote that in regards to wanted her to come back home. Hope that helped :)
That made me tear up so much too! Such a sweet and thoughtful sister!
the pictures have me crying 😭
she went through all of that and is still be so beautiful and stronger
This should be shown to young people who disregard the dangers of fire...she seems a sensible young lady when she was going through her horrific situation...god bless you...live your life to the full...peace love and joy doesn’t cost anything....so let that surround your heart...
You are so strong. I can’t believe you did what you were supposed to. I’m an RN and you are the first person I have heard this from. Good for you. I’m glad that you have a strong faith because it shows what God can do through a person. You are here for a reason, and you are already making a difference to so many, including me. Thank you.
I demand a TEDXTALK from this beautiful, gorgeous, brave, strong, and intelligent young woman. She is such a role model ❤️
Sorry, but the word brave doesn’t fit into this story since this something no one expected. I would say she is strong.
@@aaronmariscal7983 she acts brave
I stand by this statement
@@aaronmariscal7983 she acted brave and she kept her mind straight once the accident happened and she didnt let the fact that she was on fire change how she acted I guess. She was brave in the sense that she didn’t start breathing in the gasoline and fumes. I think both words could work because she is definitely strong and brave
@@aaronmariscal7983 she is absolutely brave. For all of the reasons stated above, and many more. She is also extremely brave in telling her story and showing what she has been through. It can’t be easy to relive those moments to tell others the story and to show people photos of her throughout her recovery (probably what many would see as the “worst” photos of herself).
I'm a burn survivor as well. My burns was not as extensive as yours but I still understand what you're going thru. Same thing sorta happened to me...was with gasoline on my legs n feet. I didnt feel it as it was happening either. I panicked and just ran around. Didnt think to stop, drop n roll. Wish I had of then my Burns woulda maybe just been 1st degree and.not 2nd n 3rd. I figured it was the adrenaline but I sure as hell felt it when it went away. I had pyshical therapy for 6 months. Had to relearn to walk as my legs had antrophede. So yes, I understand your pain. Your strong.too!
@Stuart Dickinson thank you. My accident happened 30 years ago so I've long healed but I have the scars . I still to this day have a fear of fire. Not like I just wont use fire cause I will but I'm always extra cautious!
You probably hear this a lot but you’re one of the strongest people I’ve ever encountered.
My god this brought me to tears! Girl your a survivor through and through! There's another woman, who was burned similarly in her backyard eating a cookout as well with her husband, and she was accidentally caught on fire as well. Both of you have remained POSITIVE through this journey in ya'lls lives. The strength and courage is impeccable honestly to me. I'm sure there's days where you are down and feel negative about yourself and life, but remember YOU ARE ALIVE! You where pretty then but you are beautiful now! You're beautiful now and it's radiant, it's pure and holy, what the Lord has with you. That day you could not have survived, same as Tonya Meisenbach, the woman I mentioned with the similiar situation. You both went theough and endured a tragedy, but a healing journey, together. Well not together, separately but the journey and processes was similarly together, and both came out smiling! I see in your photos, from before, and the videos of you now, your smile is still there, the brightness in your eyes, and the radiance of your skin still all shines brightly. Don't let anyone get to you, don't let any hate comments get to you, don't let mean people get to you. They are jealous, they are disgruntled people who don't have anything better to do. You've done so much and continue to do so much! You have a life ahead of you, live it! Love it! (I mention Toyna (@burnedbeauty2018) only because, like yourself she's into makeup and clothing. She leads a beautiful life like your own, and continues to radiate the positiveness this world so desperately needs! I mentioned her not to go compare stories of the past, but connect together with the future. She is abit older, so she may have insight as well, with the journey she had. I cried watching her video too, just like I did yours!.... 9000k comments on this video! That's A LOT of hearts you've touched with your story! I'm sure my comment will be lost amongst all these people but one day I hope you read this! Even just for a small smile on those bad days, remember someone is out there that knows what your going through, and you have a fan here rooting for you to keep that smile going! ♡
those scars were apparently not enough to cover your beauty, just wow...
Her beauty is too powerful ugh we love a queen
fr 🥺🖤
Her beauty is too strong to be hidden 🥺💖✨
I was trying to think of how to say exactly what you did without sounding like I was "just saying that to be nice". Thank you for putting into words exactly what I was thinking. She really is very pretty and there is so much kindness in her beautiful eyes. I hope she is still doing well and that James is continuing to get better!
Stop the cap
Her short hair suits her so well she is so beautiful. Your differences just show how strong u are. Your an inspiration for being so strong and smart. Edit: wow thx for the likes I never got so many likes before. Happy holidays!
I was fine until you were leaving and everybody clapped for you and then the tears just came out of nowhere. God bless you!
Same thing happened to me had to get tissue. Wow
Yup, that got me too.
your "god" blessed her you with 40% burns. thats what I call true love!
@@zagijimzoo um.. ok 🙄
@@d.k.mministry1950 literally not the time
I got brought here from a Facebook reel of you standing in the cold. What an absolutely beautiful soul you are. I hope life is treating you well and wish you the best. Thank you for sharing your story with total strangers.
I am sooo glad your ok… This is the hardest video I have ever watched, I just can’t imagine what pain you felt… Your a fighter🥹🙏🏽
She is so b Beautiful her personality is just so beautiful and her
YES!!! AND HER EYES 😍😍
I only came here because THIS GURLLLL DESERVES ALL THE LOVE AND LIKES EVERRRRRR. btw you are still beautiful ❤️
That’s so true ✨✨❤️
@@cathypaul9077 ❤️
I don’t know how or why this ended up being recommended to me but thank you for sharing this. My dad was also in a gasoline fire accident in 2014 and suffered 3rd degree burns on 60% of his body. He was alone during the accident so I never knew exactly what happened or how he felt during the accident. Before I could get to him in the hospital he was already sedated and intubated and could not talk to me (your pictures in the hospital remind me a lot of what he looked like then). He was hospitalized in ICU for 6 weeks before he finally passed away from his injuries. There are so many questions about what happened to him and why, and what he may have been experiencing. It comforted me to hear you saying that at the time of your accident the adrenaline prevented you from feeling pain. I hope that was the case for my dad too. I usually avoid stories about burn victims/fire accidents because of the secondary trauma I have from watching my dad go through it. But this was a real comfort and inspiration. Thank you. Bless you.
I am so sorry for your loss. ❤ losing a parent is awful but when we don't get the chance to talk to them before they pass and never knowing what they went through is something that just never seems to leave us. My Dad passed unexpectedly in 2005 and it still feels raw sometimes. Sending you virtual hugs!
i’m so sorry for your loss!!!!!
this is a horrible story and i hope GOD ks with you and your family
I am so sorry for your loss. But look, this was recommended to you for a reason, I believe it after what you said. Lots of love to you
The nerve endings in a third degree burn are burned so that is why nobody feels pain.
I'm sorry for your loss🙏🏾
I often sigh at the kind of trash I see on RUclips, but it's content like this that restores my faith not just in social media but in humanity too. I can't even begin to imagine the internal agony you felt on your journey to recovery, but I do know that your honest and brave account of your difficult experience may help to save lives. I wouldn't have thought to cover my face or to keep my mouth shut. I pray that nobody is ever in such a terrifying situation, but if they are then I hope that they will remember your words. It's moving to see that you have such a beautiful family around you, and an equally beautiful smile. Thank you for sharing this with us all; you've make the internet a better, more meaningful, and certainly more emotional place. With love, Ax