💔😭 It's amazing how the ones we love, especially our parents, take a piece of us with them and yet, leave so much more of them with us at the same time. I miss my parents very much. It has been almost three years since my Mom has passed and it still feels like yesterday in so many ways. I still feel her in my day to day. We buried her on her birthday, her family holding hands, sang happy birthday through tears at her grave. My sister in law said at that moment, she saw all my moms grown children as her small children... her sons and daughters. Everything that she was, like that leaf, is in us and the cycle goes on. I thought about what you said about life and death and mating... LOL yes, thank goodness mating doesn't have to involve death except for some insects like the Praying Mantis. The female brutally kills the male after the deed is done. 🤣 I was thinking about that further... perhaps it is our prospective that it is a savage action? Maybe it is a selfless act on behalf of the male? Perhaps it is part of the process to ensure she gets enough nutrients to fertilize the eggs? I wish you so many blessings like I have received through loved ones passing, while still the toughest thing, yet a bittersweet daily reminder of their love for us in so many unexpected moments as time goes on. May the power of creation be with you all on this journey. Much love to you all! ❤️ Like I said about my Mother... a beautiful life... your father literally was a beautiful life... and will always be. ❤️
Jan Coldwater I have a great grandmother who’s 85 and when she passes I will be crushed and I don’t what to think about it enjoy every moment you get because it can be taken very fast
This poem helped me when I lost my dad. May it bring you comfort. Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there; I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow, I am the sun on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there; I did not die.
Some days after my sister's father-in-law passed away she looked outside and saw her eldest daughter (then just 3 years old, but much wiser than her age) through the kitchen window talking to a puddle of water. Perplexed, my sister asked her daughter when she came inside why she was talking to the puddle. Her reply, "So when the puddle dries up and goes to Heaven, Grandpa can hear everything I said to him." The Vlog is your puddle Justin - keep it going.................Boots will hear ya'.
The part of you that is “son” can never leave you. Your father lives on in you. You and your children are a part of his legacy. This is in true in the physical as well as spiritual sense.
This is so true!!! I lost my mom 13 years ago when I was 18 and tho it was really hard the first few years, after I had children of my own I saw her and felt her in me more and more!!!!
No, you will never stop being a son. Even I, who unfortunately had parents who didn't love and care for me, am still a daughter of those parents. You are one of the lucky ones, Justin. You had a dad who loved you and cared for you. And you will always be his son.
your dad taught me the most important lessons of life: to have a positive attitude, stay smiling, stay happy no matter what the situation is even on the death bed, I can't believe how positive your dad was smiling laughing and enjoying the last moments of his life. he was a real hero and I will remember him for a lifetime. I joined your channel for just farming-related videos never knowing that you will share such a story that will change my entire life. I always kept on blaming others, stayed unhappy, in a depressed mood, but now after seeing your dad, I will enjoy each and every moment of my life, I will always be praising Allah for how much Allah has given to me: health, parents, siblings, relatives, and so on... thanks a lot for sharing this Justin... love your family... I will definitely visit you if I ever came by your country...
@@theJustinRhodesShow Justin, what I find the most amazing about you is that Not only are you an amazing husband & father BUT YOU ARE one of the BEST SONS a father could ask for!!!! The reason I mainly say this is because you are teaching your sons the same things your father taught you and instilled in you! You are amazing to watch and witness this evolution of fathers and sons..... Thank You to YOU & YOUR FAMILY For sharing....... I sincerely hope you get to read this......Margie Hatfield-McCune
I found myself avoiding the channel because of this very real fear. It made me feel so sad knowing the inevitable was so near. Then it hit me that if this made me feel this bad even though I had never met the man. I could only imagine just how bad all of you would feel. So im here just to be one of the thousands who truly loved and respected a man we never met. To tell you that your Father was truly extraordinary. His kind and compassionate ways could be felt through a video and I know, I am not alone when I say that his presence in the vlog will be missed. Warm hugs and deepest condolences. Leslie
Thanks, Leslie. You may have been lead here for the farm/channel, but you're staying for the real human souls you relate to. I see your positive comments, and I appreciate that. You are not just one of thousands to us. Your roll here is real and very meaningful to us. Thank you for coming and crying with us in this difficult time. This is real reality TV. Each day doesn't always have a happy ending so I'm glad you've got the grit to stick with us.
Beautifully, perfectly stated. It's taken me a week to be able to click on it. I wasn't ready to say goodbye to Boots. And wasn't ready to watch all of you say goodbye either. The pain of loss is unimaginable. Thank you Justin for pulling the blessing out of the pain. Our tears bring life. Our pain brings life. This time last year I lost my Grandmother who was really like my mother- she raised me. I read a quote that said "the leaves are about to show us the beauty in letting go." It helped me grieve over my Granny. Now last month we lost my mother-in-law. A year later to the day. And just like the passage of the seasons, here came the beautiful leaves reminding me to let her go. Change is hard, loss is hard, but there is beauty in letting go. Like you said, Mother tree mourns for the child/leaf she is losing. Yet we rejoice as he falls. And as your dad has passed, we mourn for our loss. But his parents and others who have gone before him are rejoicing to have him back. Thank you for showing us the beauty in all things. Thank you for telling us your story. Thank you for sharing your dad with us. He has changed my life. Love and prayers to each of you ❤🍂🍁
I lost my father this July and in almost the same way. I am now living on his old farm. I found your channel to learn how to make it work again. We have never met, but we are walking this journey together. I cry with you and I know your loss. Thank you for your guidance. It helps me to know I'm not alone in this journey. Thank you. God bless!
My mom always said, “When the saints meet the heavens will weep.” We are all weeping with the Rhodes family with kindness and respect and most of all love for you.
Justin you will cry as many times as it requires to grieve! Sorry about your loss! It is ok if you need to take time off!! Give yourself time to grieve!
Justin, you will always be a son. Even though your father is gone, you will carry him with you in your heart and will continue to be the wonderful man he raised.
Of course. 💜 I lost the greatest man I have ever known a few years back and had the pleasure of calling him my father. He and Boots were so similar. Prayers for you
I learned this evening that my cousin also died yesterday. I lost my father 11 years ago which seems like an eternity ago but also seems like yesterday. I understand your description about being a different person after the loss of a parent. My usual routine each evening is seeing what you are up to on the farm. Today I shared in your pain and loss and I am thankful that you shared this tough time with your extended Vlog family. It is raining all over tonight. God bless your family during this difficult time.
I love the legacy of good fatherhood in the Rhodes family, such a rare thing. We all need this modeled. Thank you Pop. Blessings and prayer for comfort in this journey. ❤️
I asked myself the same question " how many times am I going to cry?"when I seen the post come up I debated with myself " do I want to cry" and I remembered what Boots said "I will pipe it to heaven" if he's watching so am i!
When my grandparents were on their last days I prayed for the Lord to take them into his glory and end their suffering on earth. He is in glory now, never far from your side, a prayer is all you need to bring him to you.
I’m 60 now and lost my Dad when I was 11 years old. I was his little girl. I still cry once in awhile when I hit a tender memory. Your Dad was such a gift to you. It’s a blessing and gift to us to see how much you all loved and appreciated him. I’m raining, too. Praying Jesus holds you all closely in the coming days. ♥️
Justin, you will always be your father’s son and he will live on in your heart and in the fathering of your own children. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ❤️✨
As we “water the garden” we have to remember it’s never goodbye it’s just until we meet again in heaven. Much love and prayers of comfort and peace for you and yours. ❤️🙏🏻❤️
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His godly ones.” Psalms 116:15 Thank you for the blessing of letting us mourn with you all. Godspeed as you walk this out. I’m praying that the Lord will comfort and encourage you and yours.
Remember your poppa's words: "Trust in the Lord". He told you that for a reason. It's our hope, our consolation, our great reward. It's what he wanted for you. He's worthy of all our trust and then some. God bless you all.
I thought that I heard that too. I have been blessed a few times with the feeling that the space between heaven and earth has been very small, that I could glimpse eternity, that my loved one was still a bit on this side. A peaceful death like this one is such a gift. This filming was sort of a documentary, processing respectfully the passage to (I believe) heaven. And the theme of course, that simple yet profound "Trust in the Lord". May He bless you all in the coming days.
Amen! I offer you my condolence and to all your family. I have prayed for him and you all too. So glad you all were with him before he passed over the veil as our Lady has told us. May he rest in peace. Lina
@@hereandtherehomestead2201 I did hospice care while in college. Very few passed without their momma's or other family members coming for them, it's more common than not. One particular man, who held out against the Lord until it was almost too late, caved, accepted the Lord, and immediately said he was in his Gramma's kitchen at Christmas time, eating snickerdoodles. Then, he said the sky filled with bells of all sizes, of all tones, ringing in his welcome home. In watching this video, I was reminded of the story of Narnia: my dad died speaking of the beautiful land, to just get there no matter what, and the enclosed garden where generations feast and celebrate, awaiting our return, as well as the old song about the circle being unbroken, in the sky Lord by and by. I pray all our circles be unbroken in that beautiful land. Grandpa graduated yesterday. No more sorrow, no more pain. Amen.
@@eaglegoldengate4184 wonderful words you have shared with all of us. I was wondering if Boots was saved, and at that moment he said, trust in the Lord. We will meet in Heaven and what a time of rejoicing that will be. When we all see Jesus, and shout the victory. No more death, sorrow or pain. I^m old and it was wonderful to see how easily Boots made the transition to eternal life. It gave me courage as I look ahead to my own home going.
@@revmcl1 I too, am old now but I still enjoy the Chronicles of Narnia even when the grandchildren are not around. You can listen to them for free at www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/series/the_chronicles_of_narnia but their order is messed up here. Best to get their proper order right before listening for understanding. The Last Battle (also last story) portrays the end as going through a doorway and is well worth the listen. Our God, who is faithful in all things, be with you always in every way. Peace to you.
I'm very sorry for your loss Justin. You have not lost your identity as a Son/Sun. You continue to shine bright and are beloved by so many, including your honourable father. And honourable Father creates and Honourable Son. It would be lovely to see you and the children draft a family tree chart to honour your Papa's memory. You can do it, hang in there, as Maya Angelou said, Continue.
This is the best tribute to a life well lived I’ve ever seen. Thank you Rhodes family for sharing this sweet man and sharing how to let go. God bless❤️🙏
I'm so sorry for yall's loss. He was a great man who taught us all such love and compassion through your channel. Praise God for he didnt suffer and he's in the kingdom of God.
Having lost my mom and dad last year within seven months, I can tell you.....The bad news is, you'll never be the same again. The good news is, you'll never be the same again. We'll all miss him, you made us fall in love with him.
Jan, Thanks for saying what I thought. Lost my dad in 2000. Every now and again I think of having breakfast of biscuits, eggs and cane syrup with him. His presence is with you all the time. Special memories will materialize and make you laugh out loud with tears, or cry big, beautiful, salty tears. Your heart will get bigger and broader. Life will be lived and loved. "An awareness of death gives greater meaning to our lives. Awakening to death’s reality prompts us to seek the eternal and motivates us to make the most of each moment." Daisaku Ikeda Thank you so much. I tear up and my heart is warm with appreciation for your willingness to share this with us. NMRK
When Father in law died, I loved that man who was more of a father to me than my own, hubby and I started a list of "Dale-isms". Phrases that my FIL would say that were unique to him. We have a several phrase list. He died in 2005. A few weeks ago, hubby and I were stacking wood and in our conversation, we both said the same Dale-ism at the same time and had a good laugh over it. These phrases really keep him alive in our hearts and minds. Their voice may fade from memory but their sayings will always live on. You at least have these recordings. Blessings to you and your family. Tears are good for the soul.
😢 much love my friend Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep by Mary Elizabeth Frye Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am in a thousand winds that blow, I am the softly falling snow. I am the gentle showers of rain, I am the fields of ripening grain. I am in the morning hush, I am in the graceful rush Of beautiful birds in circling flight, I am the starshine of the night. I am in the flowers that bloom, I am in a quiet room. I am in the birds that sing, I am in each lovely thing. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there. I do not die.
I’m so very sorry Justin! I lost my dad 2 years ago, strongest man I’ve ever known and he was never afraid to cry. So stand tall!! Sending prayers for your entire family
It has been 3.6 years since my parents passed away but my comfort Is in the fact that we shall see them In the Kingdom of our Heavenly Father to come so long as we are His Beloved sons. Shalom and Yahuah Bless as you begin your path to healing after the passing of your Earthly Father.
Thank you for including us in your father’s journey. He has gone on to his next adventure. My father waited to pass until me and my sisters told him it was ok to let go that we would be ok ❤️
Same thing with my father. He had set 3 specific dates and after the last date passed he died the following morning. He also had to be given permission to let go and we would all be ok. Relief came to us knowing he was no longer suffering in pain.
So sorry to hear your sad news. So happy u have such lovely family & friends to support u . I too was lucky to have a wonderful dad & cried with u & felt your pain . sending love to u & your family xxx
Someone I love very much has cancer and starts chemo tomorrow... When I found out it rocked my world... It was a huge shock... I cried a lot and often. After a couple of weeks, I have come to terms with the fact that the most likely outcome will be the one we don't want. All I can do is be there for her and help make what time she has left the very best it can be... Keeping her spirits up will give her the best chance of survival or at least the best of the time we have left... I am lost for words right now so I will just wish for you all strenth you need to get through the next few weeks... BIG LOVE TO YOU ALL...❤
God Bless and be with all of you... Precious little Lilly always carries the world on her shoulders. She is an sweet soul. Many prayers for you all....
Nature makes life out of life and make life out of death - Justin Rhodes 2019 Boots will be missed and I thank him for bringing a Son that inspires hundreds of thousands of people in this world❤️
Losing a parent is so hard. Take time to cry and laugh, to remember and make new memories, to spend time alone and surrounded by people who love you. Sending prayers and blessings to you and your family.
My mother passed away 29 years ago this month...I still find myself saying outloud "I miss you Mom" and tears follow. Justin it's OK to cry. For how long is totally up to you...God Bless
I’m sorry for your loss. That was so tough watching. I’m watering Denmark 🇩🇰 Thanks for letting us in to one of your lifes most intense moments. Your are not only telling your story, you are also making us wiser in both understanding Nature, but surtainly in understanding emotions. Not many thoughts is going in and out of your head without thoroughly putting more life in to them, than whats was there at first. And I really admire you for that. You are such a good empathic man and that shows in everything you do! You Can be really proud of you, and your dad was so proud of you to, and i am to. Big love from me to yall ❤️ Thanks for your courage to be so honest, and transparent with whats in your heart at any time ❤️ You are a rollemodel for all humans - your spirit is empathic, appreciating, and loving kind! And Thats what the World meet when we meet you an your family... Love and comfort. Mie Regitze
Wow ..... I watch you all daily and cant wait to get home from work , make a cup of coffee and watch you ,and the sicker your dad got the more he was in my thoughts . I to began to love him and respect the love he has for his family and the Legacy he was leaving with you all . I am a Native New Zealander ... A Maori and come from a long line of Warriors . In the Maori language ,anything that is a treasure is called a Toanga ...Precious . And a great Nz tree is a Kauri that grows for Hundreds of years an to a huge size and height . And when an Elder passes over they say "A Great Kauri Has Fallen" Justin Your Loved Kauri has fallen ,a precious Toanga that will live on in you and your children and then pass on to their children and forever keep sowing his seeds of knowledge . My thoughts prayers and love are with you at this time . So every time now you think of Dad and feel a sadness , just know he is still growing in your children and grandchildren and will be forever around you all xxx
I'm sorry for the loss of your father. You've done him proud and will continue to do so. I applaud your courage in sharing your grief with the internet family that has been along with you for this part of the journey.
It never matters how “expected” it is, losing a parent is always one of the hardest things we’ll ever face. I pray for comfort and peace for you and your family. Thank you for sharing him with us.
I was those kids not too long ago saying goodbye to 3 out of 4 of my grandparents deaths (one granddad died instantly from a heart attack) it was hard as a kid but I’m thankful everyday I was able to say my final goodbyes. So I’m saying this to thank you for not hiding your kids from saying goodbye for now. Lord knows I didn’t want to see my grandparents like that but everyday I’m thankful my parents made me go in and say my goodbyes for now.
It's so hard to let the ones we love go. His legacy lives in you Justine and your children. So touching, thank you for allowing us. In a sense, to say goodbye too. My deepest condolences to all the Rhodes ❤
Hey Justin, thanks for sharing such a personal moment, you've welcomed us into your family with the same good heart your father has and we are blessed to witness all the love you have in your family. Many thanks
Exactly. Just like in the Bible we read of “the son of” many different people, people who died thousands of years ago. But their identity did not change. So true
What a tremendous lesson you and your entire family have provided. My mother is nearing the end of her time on Earth, and I can only hope that I might be able to be the good son that you have been. My condolences and prayers.
so sad to hear that he died you and your family are in my prayers! you take all the time you need!!and remember crying shows that you are a MAN with feelings
That was raw. That was real. That was rough. What a beautiful transition for your pop. Thank you for sharing. He was a special soul, and we will miss him.
Thinking of you and your family at this time of passing. Justin, you always will be a son. That won’t ever change. When my mother passed away 21 years ago, I said, “Now we’re orphans.” My older brother replied, “No, we are not orphans. We have a good mother, she’s just not here.”
Losing your daddy changes a person forever. My greatest sympathies to you and your family, and universal love - to you, of course - and also to everyone sharing this experience of grief remotely through your life sharing.
💔😭 It's amazing how the ones we love, especially our parents, take a piece of us with them and yet, leave so much more of them with us at the same time. I miss my parents very much. It has been almost three years since my Mom has passed and it still feels like yesterday in so many ways. I still feel her in my day to day. We buried her on her birthday, her family holding hands, sang happy birthday through tears at her grave. My sister in law said at that moment, she saw all my moms grown children as her small children... her sons and daughters. Everything that she was, like that leaf, is in us and the cycle goes on. I thought about what you said about life and death and mating... LOL yes, thank goodness mating doesn't have to involve death except for some insects like the Praying Mantis. The female brutally kills the male after the deed is done. 🤣 I was thinking about that further... perhaps it is our prospective that it is a savage action? Maybe it is a selfless act on behalf of the male? Perhaps it is part of the process to ensure she gets enough nutrients to fertilize the eggs?
I wish you so many blessings like I have received through loved ones passing, while still the toughest thing, yet a bittersweet daily reminder of their love for us in so many unexpected moments as time goes on. May the power of creation be with you all on this journey. Much love to you all! ❤️ Like I said about my Mother... a beautiful life... your father literally was a beautiful life... and will always be. ❤️
Beautiful and well said. Thank you Jan. ❤️❤️
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Karin L Thank you Karin. Love is such the beautiful thing in this life, it seems like it has to be the reason we are all here.❤️
Jan Coldwater I have a great grandmother who’s 85 and when she passes I will be crushed and I don’t what to think about it enjoy every moment you get because it can be taken very fast
Very beautiful 🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️
This poem helped me when I lost my dad. May it bring you comfort.
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
Beautiful.
That's beautiful x
Written in 1932 by Mary Elizabeth Frye.
Beautiful
Mimis boys amen and amen
You'll always be a son. That's never gone. It's eternal.
Some days after my sister's father-in-law passed away she looked outside and saw her eldest daughter (then just 3 years old, but much wiser than her age) through the kitchen window talking to a puddle of water. Perplexed, my sister asked her daughter when she came inside why she was talking to the puddle. Her reply, "So when the puddle dries up and goes to Heaven, Grandpa can hear everything I said to him."
The Vlog is your puddle Justin - keep it going.................Boots will hear ya'.
" We're just plantin' - in this case, we're just watering" -
"Watering" right here with you. ❤
The part of you that is “son” can never leave you. Your father lives on in you. You and your children are a part of his legacy. This is in true in the physical as well as spiritual sense.
This is so true!!! I lost my mom 13 years ago when I was 18 and tho it was really hard the first few years, after I had children of my own I saw her and felt her in me more and more!!!!
Sending prayers and strength ♥️♥️♥️I'm so sad☹
No, you will never stop being a son. Even I, who unfortunately had parents who didn't love and care for me, am still a daughter of those parents. You are one of the lucky ones, Justin. You had a dad who loved you and cared for you. And you will always be his son.
so much ....
rest in peace old man you have raised one of the most inspiring man i ever saw. im sure you have a special place in heaven near God
You will always be his son you never loose that title
Thats right you will always be his son.
your dad taught me the most important lessons of life: to have a positive attitude, stay smiling, stay happy no matter what the situation is even on the death bed, I can't believe how positive your dad was smiling laughing and enjoying the last moments of his life. he was a real hero and I will remember him for a lifetime. I joined your channel for just farming-related videos never knowing that you will share such a story that will change my entire life. I always kept on blaming others, stayed unhappy, in a depressed mood, but now after seeing your dad, I will enjoy each and every moment of my life, I will always be praising Allah for how much Allah has given to me: health, parents, siblings, relatives, and so on... thanks a lot for sharing this Justin... love your family... I will definitely visit you if I ever came by your country...
Well said, and one of the final lessons he taught me.
@@theJustinRhodesShow Folks - don't forget to donate to Team Trees (link in description above) - a wonderful way of paying tribute to a fine man.
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Justin,
what I find the most amazing about you is that Not only are you an amazing husband & father BUT YOU ARE one of the BEST SONS a father could ask for!!!! The reason I mainly say this is because you are teaching your sons the same things your father taught you and instilled in you! You are amazing to watch and witness this evolution of fathers and sons.....
Thank You to YOU & YOUR FAMILY For sharing....... I sincerely hope you get to read this......Margie Hatfield-McCune
Justin, I loved that your dad said "Trust in the Lord". Now that's a good man giving good advice! God bless him and you!
I found myself avoiding the channel because of this very real fear. It made me feel so sad knowing the inevitable was so near. Then it hit me that if this made me feel this bad even though I had never met the man. I could only imagine just how bad all of you would feel.
So im here just to be one of the thousands who truly loved and respected a man we never met. To tell you that your Father was truly extraordinary. His kind and compassionate ways could be felt through a video and I know, I am not alone when I say that his presence in the vlog will be missed.
Warm hugs and deepest condolences. Leslie
Thanks, Leslie. You may have been lead here for the farm/channel, but you're staying for the real human souls you relate to. I see your positive comments, and I appreciate that. You are not just one of thousands to us. Your roll here is real and very meaningful to us. Thank you for coming and crying with us in this difficult time. This is real reality TV. Each day doesn't always have a happy ending so I'm glad you've got the grit to stick with us.
I could not have written it better myself ♥️
It is as if you pulled these words right out of my heart. I will miss his presence as well.
This reminds me of when I cared for my dad who passed away from liver cancer and a tumor in his throat.
Beautifully, perfectly stated. It's taken me a week to be able to click on it. I wasn't ready to say goodbye to Boots. And wasn't ready to watch all of you say goodbye either. The pain of loss is unimaginable. Thank you Justin for pulling the blessing out of the pain. Our tears bring life. Our pain brings life. This time last year I lost my Grandmother who was really like my mother- she raised me. I read a quote that said "the leaves are about to show us the beauty in letting go." It helped me grieve over my Granny. Now last month we lost my mother-in-law. A year later to the day. And just like the passage of the seasons, here came the beautiful leaves reminding me to let her go. Change is hard, loss is hard, but there is beauty in letting go. Like you said, Mother tree mourns for the child/leaf she is losing. Yet we rejoice as he falls. And as your dad has passed, we mourn for our loss. But his parents and others who have gone before him are rejoicing to have him back.
Thank you for showing us the beauty in all things. Thank you for telling us your story. Thank you for sharing your dad with us. He has changed my life. Love and prayers to each of you ❤🍂🍁
I lost my father this July and in almost the same way. I am now living on his old farm. I found your channel to learn how to make it work again. We have never met, but we are walking this journey together. I cry with you and I know your loss. Thank you for your guidance. It helps me to know I'm not alone in this journey. Thank you. God bless!
Wish RUclips had a ❤ button because this post needs some love
My mom always said, “When the saints meet the heavens will weep.” We are all weeping with the Rhodes family with kindness and respect and most of all love for you.
I think we’re all doing a little watering right now. Thoughts and prayers to you and yours
amen to that
This was so special. Thank you Justin for showing us how to love each other as a family.
Yeah I just made a cloud lol
Sure are
Justin you will cry as many times as it requires to grieve! Sorry about your loss! It is ok if you need to take time off!! Give yourself time to grieve!
I agree,Iwas just saying that I know what Justin and the rest of the family is going through.i love the Vlogs My heart goes out to the family.
Justin, you will always be a son. Even though your father is gone, you will carry him with you in your heart and will continue to be the wonderful man he raised.
I'm glad he was able to sing Happy Birthday to you one last time and that your kids were able to know him well.
I just can’t stop crying through this. He was a strong man until the end. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Thanks for crying with me.
Of course. 💜 I lost the greatest man I have ever known a few years back and had the pleasure of calling him my father. He and Boots were so similar. Prayers for you
prayers for you and your family, I'm very sorry for the loss of your father
Sending love and prayers to you and your family...so sorry for your loss
I learned this evening that my cousin also died yesterday. I lost my father 11 years ago which seems like an eternity ago but also seems like yesterday. I understand your description about being a different person after the loss of a parent. My usual routine each evening is seeing what you are up to on the farm. Today I shared in your pain and loss and I am thankful that you shared this tough time with your extended Vlog family. It is raining all over tonight. God bless your family during this difficult time.
I love the legacy of good fatherhood in the Rhodes family, such a rare thing. We all need this modeled. Thank you Pop. Blessings and prayer for comfort in this journey. ❤️
I asked myself the same question " how many times am I going to cry?"when I seen the post come up I debated with myself " do I want to cry" and I remembered what Boots said "I will pipe it to heaven" if he's watching so am i!
No Justin you will forever be a son 🙏😢so much love in that room,big hugs to you all 🙏🙏🙏
I so hope that the tears we're crying over your loss, will water the trees we all bought in Boot's name, Justin - now that's definitely life :)
Dear Justin, know this, even though your Dad is going to his just reward, YOU will always and forever be a SON.
Blessings to you and your family.
When my grandparents were on their last days I prayed for the Lord to take them into his glory and end their suffering on earth.
He is in glory now, never far from your side, a prayer is all you need to bring him to you.
I’m 60 now and lost my Dad when I was 11 years old. I was his little girl.
I still cry once in awhile when I hit a tender memory. Your Dad was such a gift to you. It’s a blessing and gift to us to see how much you all loved and appreciated him. I’m raining, too. Praying Jesus holds you all closely in the coming days. ♥️
When you smile at your children, or feel the sun move through you in your garden, know that he is there.
Justin when the rain comes don’t forget to look for rainbows. Be Blessed
Justin, you will always be your father’s son and he will live on in your heart and in the fathering of your own children. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ❤️✨
As we “water the garden” we have to remember it’s never goodbye it’s just until we meet again in heaven.
Much love and prayers of comfort and peace for you and yours. ❤️🙏🏻❤️
Same here x
Truly a lovely man, the apple clearly has not fallen far from the tree.
My heart goes out to you and your family. x
*RIP* Mr. Rhodes senior
You will ALWAYS be your father's son 💔 You ARE a reflection of him, a genuine, loving, and attentive father yourself
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His godly ones.” Psalms 116:15
Thank you for the blessing of letting us mourn with you all.
Godspeed as you walk this out. I’m praying that the Lord will comfort and encourage you and yours.
Remember your poppa's words: "Trust in the Lord". He told you that for a reason. It's our hope, our consolation, our great reward. It's what he wanted for you. He's worthy of all our trust and then some. God bless you all.
I thought that I heard that too. I have been blessed a few times with the feeling that the space between heaven and earth has been very small, that I could glimpse eternity, that my loved one was still a bit on this side. A peaceful death like this one is such a gift. This filming was sort of a documentary, processing respectfully the passage to (I believe) heaven. And the theme of course, that simple yet profound "Trust in the Lord". May He bless you all in the coming days.
Amen! I offer you my condolence and to all your family. I have prayed for him and you all too. So glad you all were with him before he passed over the veil as our Lady has told us. May he rest in peace. Lina
@@hereandtherehomestead2201 I did hospice care while in college. Very few passed without their momma's or other family members coming for them, it's more common than not. One particular man, who held out against the Lord until it was almost too late, caved, accepted the Lord, and immediately said he was in his Gramma's kitchen at Christmas time, eating snickerdoodles. Then, he said the sky filled with bells of all sizes, of all tones, ringing in his welcome home. In watching this video, I was reminded of the story of Narnia: my dad died speaking of the beautiful land, to just get there no matter what, and the enclosed garden where generations feast and celebrate, awaiting our return, as well as the old song about the circle being unbroken, in the sky Lord by and by. I pray all our circles be unbroken in that beautiful land. Grandpa graduated yesterday. No more sorrow, no more pain. Amen.
@@eaglegoldengate4184 wonderful words you have shared with all of us. I was wondering if Boots was saved, and at that moment he said, trust in the Lord. We will meet in Heaven and what a time of rejoicing that will be. When we all see Jesus, and shout the victory. No more death, sorrow or pain. I^m old and it was wonderful to see how easily Boots made the transition to eternal life. It gave me courage as I look ahead to my own home going.
@@revmcl1 I too, am old now but I still enjoy the Chronicles of Narnia even when the grandchildren are not around. You can listen to them for free at www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/series/the_chronicles_of_narnia but their order is messed up here. Best to get their proper order right before listening for understanding. The Last Battle (also last story) portrays the end as going through a doorway and is well worth the listen. Our God, who is faithful in all things, be with you always in every way. Peace to you.
I'm very sorry for your loss Justin. You have not lost your identity as a Son/Sun. You continue to shine bright and are beloved by so many, including your honourable father. And honourable Father creates and Honourable Son. It would be lovely to see you and the children draft a family tree chart to honour your Papa's memory. You can do it, hang in there, as Maya Angelou said, Continue.
This is the best tribute to a life well lived I’ve ever seen. Thank you Rhodes family for sharing this sweet man and sharing how to let go. God bless❤️🙏
My dad is in hospice and has just a few to live, thank you for your example. It is a true blessing and model to follow. Thank you.
Oh bless you. Seriously. Glad to be of some kind of example.
Sending our love to you and your lovely family. From uk 🇬🇧 North Wales xxxxx
A beautiful tribute to your father, your family, and it proves he handed off an extraordinary legacy in very capable hands. Blessings!
I'm so sorry for yall's loss. He was a great man who taught us all such love and compassion through your channel. Praise God for he didnt suffer and he's in the kingdom of God.
Thank you for that.
4:40
SO much wisdom in that statement. Wisdom every boy should hear.
Having lost my mom and dad last year within seven months, I can tell you.....The bad news is, you'll never be the same again. The good news is, you'll never be the same again. We'll all miss him, you made us fall in love with him.
Jan, Thanks for saying what I thought. Lost my dad in 2000. Every now and again I think of having breakfast of biscuits, eggs and cane syrup with him. His presence is with you all the time. Special memories will materialize and make you laugh out loud with tears, or cry big, beautiful, salty tears. Your heart will get bigger and broader. Life will be lived and loved.
"An awareness of death gives greater meaning to our lives. Awakening to death’s reality prompts us to seek the eternal and motivates us to make the most of each moment." Daisaku Ikeda
Thank you so much. I tear up and my heart is warm with appreciation for your willingness to share this with us. NMRK
Jan Balsamo that is so true. Thank you for sharing that.
When Father in law died, I loved that man who was more of a father to me than my own, hubby and I started a list of "Dale-isms". Phrases that my FIL would say that were unique to him. We have a several phrase list. He died in 2005. A few weeks ago, hubby and I were stacking wood and in our conversation, we both said the same Dale-ism at the same time and had a good laugh over it. These phrases really keep him alive in our hearts and minds. Their voice may fade from memory but their sayings will always live on. You at least have these recordings. Blessings to you and your family. Tears are good for the soul.
May the Lord bring you and your family comfort and peace!
I cried with you, my dear friend. Your Dad is so proud of you.
I’m sorry for yours and family’s loss. It’s never easy even when you know it’s coming but he will live on in each and every one of you.
Absolutely...it is what sustains us.
And the knowledge that those that leave are cradled in the arms of Jesus.
You will always be a son. You hold your father dear, and he will go to the father knowing he was blessed by you.
Justin, thank you, for teaching us, for sharing your Daddy. We now share your grief. That is a burden best not carried alone.
Oh my goodness. I’m so sorry. What a way to go home to be with the Lord surrounded by your loving family.
Just remember we are all with you in spirit, even if we can't be there physically!
😢 much love my friend
Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep
by
Mary Elizabeth Frye
Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am in a thousand winds that blow, I am the softly falling snow. I am the gentle showers of rain, I am the fields of ripening grain.
I am in the morning hush,
I am in the graceful rush
Of beautiful birds in circling flight,
I am the starshine of the night.
I am in the flowers that bloom,
I am in a quiet room.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I do not die.
I just lost my Mom (90) last year, and it is sweet to watch you share the passing of your dad. A lot of emotions flood back. Thanks
Respects from France 🇫🇷 to all the Rhodes family ! 🙏🏻
I’m so very sorry Justin! I lost my dad 2 years ago, strongest man I’ve ever known and he was never afraid to cry. So stand tall!! Sending prayers for your entire family
What a blessing to pass away in your own home surrounded by family. I know he felt loved.
It has been 3.6 years since my parents passed away but my comfort Is in the fact that we shall see them In the Kingdom of our Heavenly Father to come so long as we are His Beloved sons. Shalom and Yahuah Bless as you begin your path to healing after the passing of your Earthly Father.
Justin, we are all crying with you... All of us have a story to tell, and I want to say THANKS for sharing your father with your fans...
Thank you for including us in your father’s journey. He has gone on to his next adventure. My father waited to pass until me and my sisters told him it was ok to let go that we would be ok ❤️
Great story. Sounds like we both got fighters :)
So many people won't let go until given permission to let go.
Same thing with my father. He had set 3 specific dates and after the last date passed he died the following morning. He also had to be given permission to let go and we would all be ok. Relief came to us knowing he was no longer suffering in pain.
So sorry to hear your sad news. So happy u have such lovely family & friends to support u . I too was lucky to have a wonderful dad & cried with u & felt your pain . sending love to u & your family xxx
Someone I love very much has cancer and starts chemo tomorrow... When I found out it rocked my world... It was a huge shock...
I cried a lot and often. After a couple of weeks, I have come to terms with the fact that the most likely outcome will be the one we don't want.
All I can do is be there for her and help make what time she has left the very best it can be... Keeping her spirits up will give her the best chance of survival or at least the best of the time we have left... I am lost for words right now so I will just wish for you all strenth you need to get through the next few weeks... BIG LOVE TO YOU ALL...❤
This vlog really got to me 😢. I’m 47 years old battling cancer, the love of your family is such a tremendous blessing. God bless you and your family.
Jamie Scott I hope you also receive the love you need to keep on battling.
God Bless and be with all of you... Precious little Lilly always carries the world on her shoulders. She is an sweet soul. Many prayers for you all....
I'm so sorry for your loss mate, all the best wishes from Perth Western Australia!
Nature makes life out of life and make life out of death - Justin Rhodes 2019
Boots will be missed and I thank him for bringing a Son that inspires hundreds of thousands of people in this world❤️
Losing a parent is so hard. Take time to cry and laugh, to remember and make new memories, to spend time alone and surrounded by people who love you. Sending prayers and blessings to you and your family.
I’m definitely here ‘watering’ with you, and so sorry for your loss. He was such a kind soul.
Thanks for sharing that burden with me!
Sorry Justin
I'm so very sorry for your loss, Rhodes Family. My thoughts, and prayers, are with you all.
My mother passed away 29 years ago this month...I still find myself saying outloud "I miss you Mom" and tears follow. Justin it's OK to cry. For how long is totally up to you...God Bless
You will forever be a son. I just thought I was crying until I heard Jonah, I lost it! My heart and prayers are with you all.
I’m sorry for your loss. That was so tough watching. I’m watering Denmark 🇩🇰 Thanks for letting us in to one of your lifes most intense moments. Your are not only telling your story, you are also making us wiser in both understanding Nature, but surtainly in understanding emotions. Not many thoughts is going in and out of your head without thoroughly putting more life in to them, than whats was there at first. And I really admire you for that. You are such a good empathic man and that shows in everything you do! You Can be really proud of you, and your dad was so proud of you to, and i am to. Big love from me to yall ❤️ Thanks for your courage to be so honest, and transparent with whats in your heart at any time ❤️ You are a rollemodel for all humans - your spirit is empathic, appreciating, and loving kind! And Thats what the World meet when we meet you an your family...
Love and comfort. Mie Regitze
I'm watering Canada🇨🇦😢😢😢
I believe theres no drought In the World at The moment 😢
he passed with so much love around him its the best way
Justin, you and your family take as much time and grieve how ever feels right for you! I’m sorry for your loss. Love from Canada!
Respects from GB 🇬🇧 Justin and family, don’t think he has gone, he lives on through you and your family. God bless you all!
Wow ..... I watch you all daily and cant wait to get home from work , make a cup of coffee and watch you ,and the sicker your dad got the more he was in my thoughts . I to began to love him and respect the love he has for his family and the Legacy he was leaving with you all .
I am a Native New Zealander ... A Maori and come from a long line of Warriors . In the Maori language ,anything that is a treasure is called a Toanga ...Precious . And a great Nz tree is a Kauri that grows for Hundreds of years an to a huge size and height . And when an Elder passes over they say "A Great Kauri Has Fallen" Justin Your Loved Kauri has fallen ,a precious Toanga that will live on in you and your children and then pass on to their children and forever keep sowing his seeds of knowledge . My thoughts prayers and love are with you at this time . So every time now you think of Dad and feel a sadness , just know he is still growing in your children and grandchildren and will be forever around you all xxx
I'm sorry for the loss of your father. You've done him proud and will continue to do so.
I applaud your courage in sharing your grief with the internet family that has been along with you for this part of the journey.
It never matters how “expected” it is, losing a parent is always one of the hardest things we’ll ever face. I pray for comfort and peace for you and your family. Thank you for sharing him with us.
I was those kids not too long ago saying goodbye to 3 out of 4 of my grandparents deaths (one granddad died instantly from a heart attack) it was hard as a kid but I’m thankful everyday I was able to say my final goodbyes. So I’m saying this to thank you for not hiding your kids from saying goodbye for now. Lord knows I didn’t want to see my grandparents like that but everyday I’m thankful my parents made me go in and say my goodbyes for now.
Breaks my heart for you. I know he must have had tremendous pride for you, Justin.
It's so hard to let the ones we love go. His legacy lives in you Justine and your children. So touching, thank you for allowing us. In a sense, to say goodbye too.
My deepest condolences to all the Rhodes ❤
Prayers and deepest condolence to you and your family Justin. South Africa
Hey Justin, thanks for sharing such a personal moment, you've welcomed us into your family with the same good heart your father has and we are blessed to witness all the love you have in your family. Many thanks
Your sonship is not being taken away from you, its evolving into something different.
Best comment ever, Rach. So true.❤
Amen
Exactly. Just like in the Bible we read of “the son of” many different people, people who died thousands of years ago. But their identity did not change. So true
Nicely said.
What a tremendous lesson you and your entire family have provided. My mother is nearing the end of her time on Earth, and I can only hope that I might be able to be the good son that you have been. My condolences and prayers.
so sad to hear that he died you and your family are in my prayers! you take all the time you need!!and remember crying shows that you are a MAN with feelings
May his soul rest in peace. He's been an inspiration.
Prayers for you and your family during this hard time. Lots of love to you all from India.
Im sorry for your lost.
Your dad was much of a man. Blessings to you and your family.
Losing my mother to cancer was the hardest thing I have ever been through in my life.
My love and heartbreak are with you.
I’m very sorry for your lost he was an amazing person your dad was❤️❤️❤️❤️
When you went home & opened your home door, I cried but I also felt those hugs of LOVE💖 Your dad lives on through those hugs💯
That was raw. That was real. That was rough. What a beautiful transition for your pop. Thank you for sharing. He was a special soul, and we will miss him.
Enjoy the memories with a smile and a tear. And live to to give the same gift to your children.
Crying here for your family. Praising for you know where he resides. Praying for your family as you walk through this loss.
Rest easy boots, you will be missed by many 🙏❤️
My heart breaks for you ,please take it one day at a time blessing to you and your family.
What a beautiful soul, we r going to miss him.
😭😭 hugs justin. When jonah said , I love you grandpa and began to cry, I lost it. It is crazy how we become part of your world through the internet.
Thinking of you and your family at this time of passing. Justin, you always will be a son. That won’t ever change.
When my mother passed away 21 years ago, I said, “Now we’re orphans.” My older brother replied, “No, we are not orphans. We have a good mother, she’s just not here.”
Losing your daddy changes a person forever. My greatest sympathies to you and your family, and universal love - to you, of course - and also to everyone sharing this experience of grief remotely through your life sharing.
May he rest in peace. Such a sweet father.
Heart hugs from us, I lost my parents many years ago, I was fourty. I miss them every day but on some level they're always with us. ❤️❤️
Justin, thank you for sharing your time with your dad. Hugs and prayers