Shane, thank you for so openly discussing the burden complex and all its real and perceived concerns. I struggle with that feeling and it's so comforting to hear Hannah genuinely respond with love and understanding.
I think many people can relate regardless of disability or not. I dont have caretakers but ive felt that way many many times in my life. Its definitely a relatable topic so i appreciate when they both talk about it so openly too
Absolutely. She listens respectfully and doesn’t try to quieten him, which people often do, even if their intention is to make you try to stop feeling that way.
I absolutely love how open they are. There is nothing fake about these 2. Most youtubers try to put on this fake persona or come across larger then life. These 2 are humble, always themselves and don't care how silly or embarrassing it may/can be. I hope all their wishes and dreams come true!!!
I love your podcasts and RUclips videos. You make me smile, laugh out loud, and brighten my days. The love the two of you have for each other is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing yourselves with us.
Thank you both for being willing to talk about this. My sister has done for me over the years some of what you did, Hannah; I’ve been a wheelchair user since age 2-3 or so and had a strong burden complex experience throughout that time. It’s so hard, moving through life trying not to be “that disabled kid”/masking the difficulties of your disability as much as possible so the people you love and respect see *you* and not a problem. Her therapist told her a story he heard once that reminded him of us: Someone ridiculed a man for carrying his sibling on his back (when his wheelchair broke I think it was), saying how hard his sibling made his life, and the man said “He’s not a burden, he’s my brother.” Made me cry then just like this story makes me choke up now. I have friends I believe love me like this, but to think I might could find romance someday where a person could see me as anything but burdensome is incredibly moving. Y’all provide hope with your example. Thank you for being willing to talk about such vulnerable stuff. I respect and appreciate you both a ton ❤❤
Shane, you married quite a wonderful woman! Your personalities are quite a pleasure to see. I can tell there is nothing but love between you two. I have been married 52 years and laughter is what has helped us a lot. Love you two. If you need another Grandma in your life I’m all in!😊
💞 This has to be my favorite Junkyard Mayhem podcast episode so far! I loved hearing the story about your trip to NYC. My cheeks hurt from laughing so much. Hannah's response to Shane when he was having his "burden complex" was beautiful! Your love for each other is so evident. I love being a part of your journey... thanks for bringing us with u. xoxo
My husband and I had a long distance relationship, we talked on the phone before we ever met in person. I'm not normally "shy" or "silent", but with him I was. He stuck with me and tried like heck to get me to talk more, it worked. We were together 28 wonderful years, until his recent passing. I miss him everyday. We knew very early on there was an attraction, I fell in love with him before I ever met him in person
We have a similar battery story: My wife’s chair was dying at EPCOT in WDW. A very helpful cast member showed us to the nearest hidden outlet, and we plugged in her charger in the Mexico area. I left to find a bathroom, and when I came back, she was surrounded by a mariachi band! After about an hour of charging, we realized that the outlet she had been plugged in to was turned off! We barely made it to guest services and had to plug in there for a while.
What my loving husband did NOT tell you was that I was sitting under a roofed covering in an outdoor area, and I was SO grateful to be out of the sun. There’s not a lot of shade at EPCOT. While the chair is charging, of course MOVING becomes impossible. So I was basically stuck sitting where I was, but there wasn’t much going on in that spot, until this Mariachi band comes out of the little building connected to this awning that I’m sitting under, and right where I am is their outdoor stage. It’s time for their concert, and I’m in the middle of it. They were puzzled at first about why I didn’t leave my spot but I showed them the charger and they were good sports. A few minutes later my husband comes back from the bathroom and sees my predicament. I figured he’d come over and unplug my chair and help me move out of the way, but NO. He stood away from me in the rest of the audience that had gathered, and started taking PICTURES with his phone. I’m dying of embarrassment and he’s recording it for posterity. :) After the muscians’ set was over he did finally come help me and that’s when we realized the chair wasn’t actually charging at all. Fun times. :)
That is such a sweet story ❤ I find myself thinking that if things don’t go perfect then everything is ruined but the best memories come from unperfect days and events. Thanks for the reminder!
My daughter went thru the IVF procedures.. shots, meds, dr. Visits and the outcome of it all, a beautiful baby boy arrived this spring. Be patient. The outcome is well worth the struggle. Stay positive. Love to you both
I adore Shane's face when he says something funny and then tries not to react, but does. I find most 'chat-style' formats horribly boring, unless it's a topic I'm super interested in, and even then, I think I tend to zone out. You guys tell your stories, experiences and life-lessons both positive and difficult with such an awesome chemistry - it's such a pleasure to learn from you. Thank you both for your honesty and transparency. You guys are genuinely refreshing, and I'm so glad you're on RUclips!
I am a relatively new subscriber and I am enjoying your videos and podcasts. I especially enjoyed this one and your New York story. I cried at the end over Hannah's words and I thought I love this woman. Your channel is educating and teaching me a lot about the difficulties people with wheelchairs face but most of all it is helping me advance in my own journey of trying to learn to love and accept myself in spite of my lifelong mental health disabilities and now increasing physical limitations due to age and weight and the severe burden complex that I have. I am very happy to have discovered you and really appreciate the message you are giving the world. I am so sorry that you have to endure so much crap from the human garbage out there. I hope that those of us who love you are enough to counterbalance putting up with them. Thank you both of you for sharing yourselves with us. I find you so delightful and uplifting.
I’m not normally into podcasts but I’ve been following your channel for years and I think what you have to say is interesting and hilarious. This podcast is a welcome addition and I’m really enjoying it.
I’m a quadriplegic and I totally get the burden complex - thanks for “going there”, Shane - you guys do it so well. I have Recently experienced a severe decline in function and have been very concerned about how much of a burden I’m going to be on my loved ones now. Thank you Hannah, for helping me see that I still have value. In this case, perception is reality.
Me reí a carcajadas en este episodio!! Todo fue genial, el episodio de Nueva York, cómo Shane insinua que Hanna lo descuida. Eso es realmente tener sentido del humor. Todos somos débiles y fuertes a partes iguales, encontrar a quien valore esto le sirva es la clave de una pareja. Tan sencillo y tan complejo. Muchísimas gracias por su sinceridad y su mente abierta! 😊
You guys crack me up! Hannah’s reaction to Shane’s ‘ramped up version’ of a story is hilarious. He knows the ‘nope’ is coming. He is so funny! Thank you for showing everyone you just have a pretty normal life. Love y’all! (Texan here)
Shane I completely relate about the burden complex. It's something I struggle with daily. I find it hard friends or loved ones could ever be accepting of my medical and physical limitations. It must have something to do with societal and internal abelism. Congratulations for overcoming it! Much happiness to you both and great luck with your IVF journey!!
Thanks Shane for talking about the burden complex. I'm the caregiver for my mom and brother and sometimes I have to deal with this. My brother had a stroke and is paralyzed on his right side and my mom is 92 years old. He won't ask for help or do certain things because he doesn't want to be a burden. My mom is spry but has a little dementia. She's probably doing better than I am. You think I was an only child but I am one of eight. Everyone is married with families except for me. They don't think taking care of family is a big deal and never offer relief. I don't think my family is a burden but burnout is in my future. They all go on vacations to relax and recharge but I'm expected to take them with me when I go. When do I relax and recharge?
Your really in a tough and emotionally draining situation ...."draining " being used when "abusive" would also apply! I feel for you....I know what it feels like to have your EVERYTHING be taken as a right, and not even have that fact really acknowledged or appreciated....more like EXPECTED!!
I was so touched by your battery love story - I could feel Shane’s emotion in his fear of being a burden - I have always believed in your true love story but it was still so meaningful to hear the experience that brought you closer together It really warmed my heart Bless you both ❤️💖
I have that burden complex too. I have to be pushed in a wheelchair by my hubby who is in his seventies. He has to do all the housework and the shopping. I feel like I'm useless sometimes. It's really difficult to deal with. Thanks for opening up about that. I loved your New York story! My hubs and I have a few stories like that and they make us laugh so much after all these years.
As a motorized wheelchair user, your story of your chair's battery draining quickly makes ME sooooo nervous!! Oh the anxiety I'm feeling as I listen! lol I completely can sympathize. I've been in the situation as well, not in a big city, PTL but it's one of my biggest fears regarding my chair.
Aww, my heart. That is the sweetest story. Got me all teared up. Your story is proof that positivity matters more than you realize. Had you both fussed all day it would not have been the best day ever. You fix what you can and let go of what you cannot
thank you for sharing your lives with us. I absolutely adore the both of you and I love your love. You can tell that the both of you are truly in love. And if anybody comments any differently, pray for them.
Great Podcast! I have two adult kids with mostly high functioning Autism. I feel sorry for myself and see my children as a burden all the time (mostly the younger one). I was in tears listening to your NYC story and it was very eye opening. I hope I start seeing them less like a burden and more as a joy and that someday they find joy in a relationship and not see themselves as burdens. Not the same really, but somehow touch a nerve about me.
You two are so cute!! I don’t know how anyone can say you’re relationship is fake. You genuinely show your love for each other. Especially in this podcast. Almost made tear up Shane saying how much it meant to not feel like a burden. We all saw the love in eyes he has for you. And obviously Hannah the love you have for Shane. I can’t wait to see more of your adventures. Love you guys!!! ❤
U guys need to make a Squirmy & Grubs t-shirt that says, "Nope." I LOVE when Hannah says that when Shane starts to tell his "embellished" or "fabricated" stories. Lol!! ***Edited to add that they should also make a Squirmy & Grubs "YUP" t-shirt. 😂😂 It's so funny when Hannah says that too.
@@harpermartin6806 😂 Lol, yes I thought I saw that in one of the videos. It would be so cute on a S & G t-shirt (or hoodie) with the word NOPE written under the S &G.
What a lovely story! I am an person who has accquired disability but I too use an electric wheelchair and am dependant on others to do the most everyday tasks. While i had not thought of the term "burden syndrome" i can relate as for much of my life I was an RN caring for others. I deal with my difficulties by using humor- it can be a little twisted at times finding laughter in the wierdest situations. It was something that helped during nursing and i used the skills i could i guess. But i thank you both for sharing so much, especially the sweet way Shane described what Hannah said. I love watching you both on you tube. Thank you
Y’all are the sweetest couple and the BEST storytellers🤩 I smiled the whole time 🥰esp about the chapstick 😂 Hannah’s response made me tear up and I totally get it…I’m disabled as well, and my husband has touched me as well with his responses to my feeling like a burden. Y’all are so made for each other…when you can laugh through trials that is the ultimate test for a relationship. God bless you both. 💕
Shane, when you mentioned Bethlehem, PA (where you lived before Hannah); it brought back a nostalgic memory. I am from Orefield and Schnecksville, PA; which is about 15 miles from Bethlehem. I remember reading many of your articles in our local newspaper 'The Morning Call.' I found your articles interesting, funny and even often self-depreciating with the disability you deal with in your life. I didn't read about you for quite sometime after I moved to Florida. Then one day, I came across one of your and Hannah's videos on YT. I thought OMG; that's the guy that did the articles in 'The Morning Call.' You and Hannah both have a wonderful sense of humor; that is what makes the two of you so endearing. Your trip to NY was an incredible story. If the two of you could make it through that with humor; it is obvious why the two of you have had a long term relationship.
I have never understood the whole podcast thing and never enjoyed them, but I find myself looking forward to yours because it is the perfect lunch break during my work day. :-) I work from home full time and I have a rule, I refuse to do any work during my lunch hour. Your podcast has become my favorite lunchtime activity. It gets my mind completely off of work and reduces my anxiety. I love it!
What a story you will tell your kids one day. What a beautiful soul you have Hannah and a blessing you are to each other. The part about shedding your burden complex really had me needing some tissues Shane. One day I’m going to find a love like you two have one day and hope to find someone to look at me the way you two look at each other. It’s so easy to tell someone you love them but to go through your life you truly show someone you love them is a whole other thing. Actions speak louder than words.
I rate this and all your programs 100%. Love each and every vlog you have put out there. I wish you happiness and success in all your endeavors. Your children will learn so much from the two of you. Your patience, love, humor will leave a mark on me and all your subscribers. Thank you for sharing some of your life with me. Now, GO FORTH AND MULTIPLY!!! LOL
Thank you for sharing your beautiful stories! I think you are both qualified to give relationship advice! Even just telling your stories is helpful, like your New York story. A lot of people feel that relationships and dating have to be 'perfect' for them to be successful and that's not reality. The reality is that what makes a relationship successful is being able to problem solve together, face challenges together, and grow together. It's something that not a lot of people think about when it comes to dating and I think it's important to remember that not all dates have to be perfect and romantic. It's the little everyday challenges that make you learn about each other and your compatibility. Please keep sharing your stories! Love you guys!
Shane. I love your sense of humour. It reminds me so much of my husband. He had MS for many years. He was basically a quadriplegic for over 22 years but kept his sense of humour throughout. He always apologized all the time for us not being able to do things. I lost my husband in June of this year and miss him so much. We would have celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary this September. I send so many good wishes in your journey towards having a family. Life is so short. Enjoy every minute of it.
From one widow to another; hang in there & don’t ever listen to other’s well-meaning advice telling you that you need to move on. You dwell in your memories & celebrate your love, your laughter & even the tears. You lived & loved. Treasure it.
I was laughing, crying (in a good way), this episode really touched me. The way you both express your experience is beautiful. Thank you for opening your world to the podcast venue.
It’s official….IM HOOKED ON THIS PODCAST! I’m currently cleaning and binge listening/watching. It’s hard to just listen because there is so much love and adoration in your expressions! You two are so refreshing!
My favorite Podcast to date! I too am disabled and can relate to your problems. Your wit and Hannah’s charm make this so enjoyable to watch and to listen to. You two are so compatible! I hope that you continue to have experiences together and memories to fill your lives. Thanks for sharing your story with us!
I love you Shane. I’ve never heard you be so funny as you were today. I appreciate your humor, it’s wonderful. Listen to you tell the story of you and Hannah in NYC was the best. Thank you.
❤❤❤ your podcast. I have been following you two for the last year or two and always enjoy your videos, but I must say that so far this relaxed banter between you two in Junkyard Mayhem has been exceptionally good. I love that you face each other and talk to each other and let us be a part of it. You guys are so funny together. I just ❤❤❤ you!
Omg this story (and when you talk about your burden complex) always reminds me of my favourite story from your relationship when Hannah took an edible and you had to take care of her! It is such a sweet story and I love how it helped you see how caring for someone you love doesn't have to be a burden! 😊❤️ You should tell that one on the podcast sometime! I know people would love to hear it.
I've heard this story before (must have been in a previous video?), but I really appreciate this retelling. Shane, your emotional intelligence is off the charts and so impressive, as is your willingness to be vulnerable with your viewers!
I am french, I don't really like podcasts, yet it is 3 PM here and since I woke up I found myself waiting impatiently for this podcast ! I love it, thank you so much for making us laugh, informe us... I hope there will be a lot more junkyard mayhem podcasts ! 🙂
Same. I dont really care for podcasts. I think i enjoy them more when they are video recorded and uploaded to RUclips. I can watch their podcast all day tho. Its like watching their youtube videos. The only difference is they are longer and i dont mind that one bit either.
LMAO that would have been epically hilarious if Shane had yelled out across the waiting room... "IM OVER HERE!!! IM SHANE!!! IS HANNAH OKAY? I NEED SOME ASSISTANCE GETTING OVER THERE!"😂😂😂 I can just imagine the entire waiting room getting silent and every head in the place turned to look at Shane, when all of a sudden the "REAL" Shane stands up to head into her appointment! Poor Shane would have turned beet red, just mortified! LOL😂❤️
😢 That burden complex explanation was so good and and so sad at the same time. I also want to point out that the elderly also get a burden complex. My ageing dad has it now as he’s used to being the one who can fix and do anything to needing help with many things. It’s sad. I feel bad for him. I don’t want him to ever feel like a burden.
I love this NYC trip story! I lived in NYC for 20 years, the hot and humid days were so unpleasant. If anybody can still have fun in that situation, they are definitely with the love of their lives! 😂 I got tearing hearing Hannah’s response at the time. It’s so amazing that a partner can make you feel ok, even in a tough situation. It’s such a comforting feeling. Thank you guys for sharing that.❤
oh my goodness … so many times in life I have had situations where all signs are screaming to change my plans (for any number of reasons); I think it’s a universal condition … we get the whispers but become more entrenched the harder it becomes. You guys tell stories so beautifully and I love how much you respect and love each other. Much peace and love to you. I haven’t watched or listened to much about the IVF process - but you’ll be amazing parents and I am sending you so much peace and support.
Such a loving and respectful relationship. You guys are making me think of ways of freshing up my marriage. Found you guys about a month ago and so happy I did. You always cheer me up thank you.
I pray you both have a long, happy, and loving life. You are both a blessing to me and many more. I've never found what you two have. At 64,I I don't believe I ever will.
OMG I love you guys! You just have to laugh at yourself to keep from going nuts! I’m in my 70s and often have trouble getting around. When ever I get myself into a difficult situation, my daughter and a I laugh like two hyenas. Can’t read a sign? Misunderstand a server? Almost fall down so my daughter has to catch me? No problem! We laugh at the ridiculous situation! I love your podcast!
Thank you both for this podcast. Especially this episode. I really enjoyed the New Yord day trip story. Your love is beautiful to watch. Thanks for sharing it with us. ❤
You two get a five star rating from me!! You are both very professional, funny and you stick to the subject matter. I’m also a Type A Shane and one thing we don’t like is silliness. Thank god you two are so removed from that! I look forward to #5 plus following your journey to parenthood. Thank you for taking me along. I couldn’t be happier for both of you!
Thank you so much for a much more inclusive experience, the camera changes and thanks for looking at the camera when addressing “us”. Previously I felt it was more like behind the scene at a radio broadcast. Thank you again🙏🏻
You guys are inspiring!! I love your relationship and the simplicity of it! Both of you have adventures related to disability and you make it sound like it really is but also with a hint of humour which is completely perfect in my mind! I am truly hoping that your journey to have a baby will be amazing and full of surprises. You both are inspiring and you'll be amazing parents! Continue your great work ❤️
Bc you asked to rate your podcast...I rate it 10/10 EASY, I love all of your videos!! You guys are amazing & compliment each other perfectly! Your relationship & journey is so humble & inspiring. I truly believe this is one of the best love stories I've seen!! 💜💜💜
episode 4 was awesome, Because I can relate, my daughters, son and son in law all went to atlanta to see the Body Exhibit. My oldest daughter used powered wheel chair for long trips. Being our 1st trip out, using the chair, the ramp, doing all the disabled stuff, we got in and it was awesome. 3/4 way thru we realized it needed to get plugged in. Since it was so new, we didn't know it had to be powered up for so long and ran out. Her brother found an outlet and we tried to push her to it it was so heavy, that several people helped get her across the large room. My daughter encouraged the others to finish the tour, I sat on the floor near her. Hoping to power up enough to get it to the van. They finished, but it still needed alot more time since the charge was so slow. As I got up to help push again, I saw a lever on the bottom and a letter "N". I pushed the lever into "N" and it became a wheelchair...Lol...we easily pushed her across the street to the van and up the ramp. We laughed how hard we'd struggled to just push it across the big room! Yup she called the place that delivered and showed her how to use it, telling them that they forgot the most important step, was to show and know, how & when to use " N"eutral".
I just had a 12 hour layover in New York after a 5 hour red eye flight literally last week and listening to your story is giving serious flashbacks hahaha. I was so convinced we could strut around NYC Elf movie style on basically 0 sleep! Imagining having to also deal with looking for outlets is sending me into hysterics! Thank you for sharing this story lol.
Here you go ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I do not listen to podcasts generally. I am already a fan of Squirmy and Grubs so that helped me become a Junkyard Mayhem fan! I especially like the name and what it represents to you both! I seriously hear Shane with the burden complex. I am able bodied, but I do get anxious thinking about not being able bodied, through aging, illness, or accidentally. Thank you for speaking on the matter. I enjoy that your podcast has segments! Hannah I am so glad things went better than you thought with your procedure! Sending love to you both 💕
You too are actually very good at giving relationship advice. Love the halarious bad advices too. Whoever came up with that idea is a comedic genious😂😃😃
I so love hearing the stories that you all tell no matter what it is you both can joke about it, and I bet that bus driver will never forget this, either .I love it you both are match made in heaven.❤️🙏🏼
Hannah you are very brave. Once upon a time I went through my fair share of trying to fall pregnant. What we woman don't have to go through, and then carrying the baby, and giving birth but then it is every worthwhile! Good luck dear heart and to both of you! Thank you Shane and Hannah for sharing your process.
You guys are an amazing match. All relationships need deep conversation and the ability to listen fully to each other. You seem to have that with humor which is fantastic. Love your podcast
LIstening to this video and the stories, makes me think about all the times you've both taken these moments of "burden" that Shane feels and turn them into these eductional, funny, sweet moments that fill many of the videos and that you've put out. You two are truly amazing!
My favorite episode 👍👍⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I can certainly see why you got matching battery symbol tattoos. This episode speaks VOLUMES about your relationship. Thanks for sharing.
Hugely entertaining episode! well done guys, you're both such great storytellers with great chemistry to boot. I really appreciate how you guys illustrate your personal insights 👍👍
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Shane, thank you for so openly discussing the burden complex and all its real and perceived concerns. I struggle with that feeling and it's so comforting to hear Hannah genuinely respond with love and understanding.
This!
I think many people can relate regardless of disability or not. I dont have caretakers but ive felt that way many many times in my life. Its definitely a relatable topic so i appreciate when they both talk about it so openly too
Absolutely. She listens respectfully and doesn’t try to quieten him, which people often do, even if their intention is to make you try to stop feeling that way.
The way Hannah looks at Shane is just heart warming. Love watching you.
I can’t tell you how much I am enjoying this format. Thanks so much for trusting us with your life experiences!
Me to! I never expected to, but I actually enjoy these podcasts even more than the usual videos.
I absolutely love how open they are. There is nothing fake about these 2. Most youtubers try to put on this fake persona or come across larger then life. These 2 are humble, always themselves and don't care how silly or embarrassing it may/can be. I hope all their wishes and dreams come true!!!
I teared up when Shane told us Hannah’s response to his complex. what a beautiful love you two share 🥹
I did too, but I had *just* put lotion on my hands, so I couldn't wipe my eyes!
Sameee
I did as well Denise.
I love your podcasts and RUclips videos. You make me smile, laugh out loud, and brighten my days. The love the two of you have for each other is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing yourselves with us.
I also teared up. That there and still is true love
Both my boys were conceived with IVF. It’s a tough road…..but worth every minute. Hang in there.
Ok Hannah's response to you breaking down and saying you are the furthest thing from a burden to her made me CRY. Why can't more people be like her?
That was beautiful and so sincere, Hannah truly cherishes Shane🥰
Thank you both for being willing to talk about this. My sister has done for me over the years some of what you did, Hannah; I’ve been a wheelchair user since age 2-3 or so and had a strong burden complex experience throughout that time. It’s so hard, moving through life trying not to be “that disabled kid”/masking the difficulties of your disability as much as possible so the people you love and respect see *you* and not a problem. Her therapist told her a story he heard once that reminded him of us: Someone ridiculed a man for carrying his sibling on his back (when his wheelchair broke I think it was), saying how hard his sibling made his life, and the man said “He’s not a burden, he’s my brother.” Made me cry then just like this story makes me choke up now. I have friends I believe love me like this, but to think I might could find romance someday where a person could see me as anything but burdensome is incredibly moving. Y’all provide hope with your example. Thank you for being willing to talk about such vulnerable stuff. I respect and appreciate you both a ton ❤❤
Shane, you married quite a wonderful woman! Your personalities are quite a pleasure to see. I can tell there is nothing but love between you two. I have been married 52 years and laughter is what has helped us a lot. Love you two. If you need another Grandma in your life I’m all in!😊
💞 This has to be my favorite Junkyard Mayhem podcast episode so far! I loved hearing the story about your trip to NYC. My cheeks hurt from laughing so much. Hannah's response to Shane when he was having his "burden complex" was beautiful! Your love for each other is so evident. I love being a part of your journey... thanks for bringing us with u. xoxo
My husband and I had a long distance relationship, we talked on the phone before we ever met in person. I'm not normally "shy" or "silent", but with him I was. He stuck with me and tried like heck to get me to talk more, it worked. We were together 28 wonderful years, until his recent passing. I miss him everyday. We knew very early on there was an attraction, I fell in love with him before I ever met him in person
We have a similar battery story: My wife’s chair was dying at EPCOT in WDW. A very helpful cast member showed us to the nearest hidden outlet, and we plugged in her charger in the Mexico area. I left to find a bathroom, and when I came back, she was surrounded by a mariachi band! After about an hour of charging, we realized that the outlet she had been plugged in to was turned off! We barely made it to guest services and had to plug in there for a while.
What my loving husband did NOT tell you was that I was sitting under a roofed covering in an outdoor area, and I was SO grateful to be out of the sun. There’s not a lot of shade at EPCOT. While the chair is charging, of course MOVING becomes impossible. So I was basically stuck sitting where I was, but there wasn’t much going on in that spot, until this Mariachi band comes out of the little building connected to this awning that I’m sitting under, and right where I am is their outdoor stage. It’s time for their concert, and I’m in the middle of it. They were puzzled at first about why I didn’t leave my spot but I showed them the charger and they were good sports. A few minutes later my husband comes back from the bathroom and sees my predicament. I figured he’d come over and unplug my chair and help me move out of the way, but NO. He stood away from me in the rest of the audience that had gathered, and started taking PICTURES with his phone. I’m dying of embarrassment and he’s recording it for posterity. :) After the muscians’ set was over he did finally come help me and that’s when we realized the chair wasn’t actually charging at all. Fun times. :)
Memories lol 😆
That is such a sweet story ❤ I find myself thinking that if things don’t go perfect then everything is ruined but the best memories come from unperfect days and events. Thanks for the reminder!
Well said ❤️
My daughter went thru the IVF procedures.. shots, meds, dr. Visits and the outcome of it all, a beautiful baby boy arrived this spring. Be patient. The outcome is well worth the struggle. Stay positive. Love to you both
I adore Shane's face when he says something funny and then tries not to react, but does. I find most 'chat-style' formats horribly boring, unless it's a topic I'm super interested in, and even then, I think I tend to zone out. You guys tell your stories, experiences and life-lessons both positive and difficult with such an awesome chemistry - it's such a pleasure to learn from you. Thank you both for your honesty and transparency. You guys are genuinely refreshing, and I'm so glad you're on RUclips!
I am a relatively new subscriber and I am enjoying your videos and podcasts. I especially enjoyed this one and your New York story. I cried at the end over Hannah's words and I thought I love this woman. Your channel is educating and teaching me a lot about the difficulties people with wheelchairs face but most of all it is helping me advance in my own journey of trying to learn to love and accept myself in spite of my lifelong mental health disabilities and now increasing physical limitations due to age and weight and the severe burden complex that I have. I am very happy to have discovered you and really appreciate the message you are giving the world. I am so sorry that you have to endure so much crap from the human garbage out there. I hope that those of us who love you are enough to counterbalance putting up with them. Thank you both of you for sharing yourselves with us. I find you so delightful and uplifting.
I’m not normally into podcasts but I’ve been following your channel for years and I think what you have to say is interesting and hilarious. This podcast is a welcome addition and I’m really enjoying it.
I’m a quadriplegic and I totally get the burden complex - thanks for “going there”, Shane - you guys do it so well. I have Recently experienced a severe decline in function and have been very concerned about how much of a burden I’m going to be on my loved ones now. Thank you Hannah, for helping me see that I still have value. In this case, perception is reality.
Me reí a carcajadas en este episodio!! Todo fue genial, el episodio de Nueva York, cómo Shane insinua que Hanna lo descuida. Eso es realmente tener sentido del humor. Todos somos débiles y fuertes a partes iguales, encontrar a quien valore esto le sirva es la clave de una pareja. Tan sencillo y tan complejo. Muchísimas gracias por su sinceridad y su mente abierta! 😊
I love ya'lls stories! They're educational, informative and hilarious...lol Great podcast!
You guys crack me up! Hannah’s reaction to Shane’s ‘ramped up version’ of a story is hilarious. He knows the ‘nope’ is coming. He is so funny! Thank you for showing everyone you just have a pretty normal life. Love y’all! (Texan here)
Shane I completely relate about the burden complex. It's something I struggle with daily. I find it hard friends or loved ones could ever be accepting of my medical and physical limitations. It must have something to do with societal and internal abelism. Congratulations for overcoming it! Much happiness to you both and great luck with your IVF journey!!
Thanks Shane for talking about the burden complex. I'm the caregiver for my mom and brother and sometimes I have to deal with this. My brother had a stroke and is paralyzed on his right side and my mom is 92 years old. He won't ask for help or do certain things because he doesn't want to be a burden. My mom is spry but has a little dementia. She's probably doing better than I am. You think I was an only child but I am one of eight. Everyone is married with families except for me. They don't think taking care of family is a big deal and never offer relief. I don't think my family is a burden but burnout is in my future. They all go on vacations to relax and recharge but I'm expected to take them with me when I go. When do I relax and recharge?
I know how you feel. I'm the youngest and the only one that takes care of my mom.
Your really in a tough and emotionally draining situation ...."draining " being used when "abusive" would also apply! I feel for you....I know what it feels like to have your EVERYTHING be taken as a right, and not even have that fact really acknowledged or appreciated....more like EXPECTED!!
I was so touched by your battery love story - I could feel Shane’s emotion in his fear of being a burden - I have always believed in your true love story but it was still so meaningful to hear the experience that brought you closer together
It really warmed my heart
Bless you both ❤️💖
I have that burden complex too. I have to be pushed in a wheelchair by my hubby who is in his seventies. He has to do all the housework and the shopping. I feel like I'm useless sometimes. It's really difficult to deal with. Thanks for opening up about that. I loved your New York story! My hubs and I have a few stories like that and they make us laugh so much after all these years.
Yo Clark. Hire a lady that does groceries shopping and house cleaning let her help twice a month hes going to ware down. Praying
As a motorized wheelchair user, your story of your chair's battery draining quickly makes ME sooooo nervous!! Oh the anxiety I'm feeling as I listen! lol
I completely can sympathize. I've been in the situation as well, not in a big city, PTL but it's one of my biggest fears regarding my chair.
Aww, my heart. That is the sweetest story. Got me all teared up. Your story is proof that positivity matters more than you realize. Had you both fussed all day it would not have been the best day ever. You fix what you can and let go of what you cannot
thank you for sharing your lives with us. I absolutely adore the both of you and I love your love. You can tell that the both of you are truly in love. And if anybody comments any differently, pray for them.
Great Podcast! I have two adult kids with mostly high functioning Autism. I feel sorry for myself and see my children as a burden all the time (mostly the younger one). I was in tears listening to your NYC story and it was very eye opening. I hope I start seeing them less like a burden and more as a joy and that someday they find joy in a relationship and not see themselves as burdens. Not the same really, but somehow touch a nerve about me.
So sorry 😞
It is ok to feel burdened, mom guilt won't serve you or them
I also experience this caring for my autistic adult son..
You two are so cute!! I don’t know how anyone can say you’re relationship is fake. You genuinely show your love for each other. Especially in this podcast. Almost made tear up Shane saying how much it meant to not feel like a burden. We all saw the love in eyes he has for you. And obviously Hannah the love you have for Shane. I can’t wait to see more of your adventures. Love you guys!!! ❤
U guys need to make a Squirmy & Grubs t-shirt that says, "Nope." I LOVE when Hannah says that when Shane starts to tell his "embellished" or "fabricated" stories. Lol!!
***Edited to add that they should also make a Squirmy & Grubs "YUP" t-shirt. 😂😂 It's so funny when Hannah says that too.
So true, good idea!
Hannah wears a Nope t-shirt
I haven't looked at the merch. Shane definitely needs one that says Nailed it.
@@harpermartin6806 😂 Lol, yes I thought I saw that in one of the videos. It would be so cute on a S & G t-shirt (or hoodie) with the word NOPE written under the S &G.
And my personal favourite *hannah eye roll* 🤣
What a lovely story! I am an person who has accquired disability but I too use an electric wheelchair and am dependant on others to do the most everyday tasks. While i had not thought of the term "burden syndrome" i can relate as for much of my life I was an RN caring for others. I deal with my difficulties by using humor- it can be a little twisted at times finding laughter in the wierdest situations. It was something that helped during nursing and i used the skills i could i guess. But i thank you both for sharing so much, especially the sweet way Shane described what Hannah said. I love watching you both on you tube. Thank you
I'm so excited for you guys! I was planning on doing IVF next year, but luckily I got pregnant with my 3rd IUI, and I'm 10 weeks currently!
Enjoy every moment of your pregnancy & CONGRATS!!!
Thank you so much!
Y’all are the sweetest couple and the BEST storytellers🤩 I smiled the whole time 🥰esp about the chapstick 😂
Hannah’s response made me tear up and I totally get it…I’m disabled as well, and my husband has touched me as well with his responses to my feeling like a burden. Y’all are so made for each other…when you can laugh through trials that is the ultimate test for a relationship. God bless you both. 💕
I'm disabled and this story has truly touched me in my soul!! Shane I truly understood how you felt and I wish my husband would be sweet as Hannah!!
I love how you relate to each other. You already have a lot more going for you than many much older couples.
Shane, when you mentioned Bethlehem, PA (where you lived before Hannah); it brought back a nostalgic memory. I am from Orefield and Schnecksville, PA; which is about 15 miles from Bethlehem. I remember reading many of your articles in our local newspaper 'The Morning Call.' I found your articles interesting, funny and even often self-depreciating with the disability you deal with in your life. I didn't read about you for quite sometime after I moved to Florida. Then one day, I came across one of your and Hannah's videos on YT. I thought OMG; that's the guy that did the articles in 'The Morning Call.' You and Hannah both have a wonderful sense of humor; that is what makes the two of you so endearing. Your trip to NY was an incredible story. If the two of you could make it through that with humor; it is obvious why the two of you have had a long term relationship.
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I have never understood the whole podcast thing and never enjoyed them, but I find myself looking forward to yours because it is the perfect lunch break during my work day. :-) I work from home full time and I have a rule, I refuse to do any work during my lunch hour. Your podcast has become my favorite lunchtime activity. It gets my mind completely off of work and reduces my anxiety. I love it!
What a story you will tell your kids one day. What a beautiful soul you have Hannah and a blessing you are to each other. The part about shedding your burden complex really had me needing some tissues Shane. One day I’m going to find a love like you two have one day and hope to find someone to look at me the way you two look at each other. It’s so easy to tell someone you love them but to go through your life you truly show someone you love them is a whole other thing. Actions speak louder than words.
I’m literally getting this procedure done tomorrow so I’m so glad you guys are talking about it!
***** Absolutely appreciate your honesty, humor and willingness to share your real-life relationship adventures with us. Five stars for sure!
I rate this and all your programs 100%.
Love each and every vlog you have put out there. I wish you happiness and success in all your endeavors. Your children will learn so much from the two of you. Your patience, love, humor will leave a mark on me and all your subscribers. Thank you for sharing some of your life with me. Now, GO FORTH AND MULTIPLY!!! LOL
Thank you for sharing your beautiful stories! I think you are both qualified to give relationship advice! Even just telling your stories is helpful, like your New York story. A lot of people feel that relationships and dating have to be 'perfect' for them to be successful and that's not reality. The reality is that what makes a relationship successful is being able to problem solve together, face challenges together, and grow together. It's something that not a lot of people think about when it comes to dating and I think it's important to remember that not all dates have to be perfect and romantic. It's the little everyday challenges that make you learn about each other and your compatibility. Please keep sharing your stories! Love you guys!
I swear this podcast just keeps getting better and better. This is definitely my favorite episode thus far 😂😂🤣
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Shane. I love your sense of humour. It reminds me so much of my husband. He had MS for many years. He was basically a quadriplegic for over 22 years but kept his sense of humour throughout. He always apologized all the time for us not being able to do things. I lost my husband in June of this year and miss him so much. We would have celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary this September. I send so many good wishes in your journey towards having a family. Life is so short. Enjoy every minute of it.
Sending you love
From one widow to another; hang in there & don’t ever listen to other’s well-meaning advice telling you that you need to move on. You dwell in your memories & celebrate your love, your laughter & even the tears. You lived & loved. Treasure it.
I was laughing, crying (in a good way), this episode really touched me. The way you both express your experience is beautiful. Thank you for opening your world to the podcast venue.
It’s official….IM HOOKED ON THIS PODCAST! I’m currently cleaning and binge listening/watching. It’s hard to just listen because there is so much love and adoration in your expressions! You two are so refreshing!
My favorite Podcast to date! I too am disabled and can relate to your problems. Your wit and Hannah’s charm make this so enjoyable to watch and to listen to. You two are so compatible! I hope that you continue to have experiences together and memories to fill your lives. Thanks for sharing your story with us!
I went thru all of this a few years ago, and I had to do it 4 times! I know what you’re going thru and I pray that your results will be successful.
When you truly Love someone, you are Never a burden to them. Nor will you ever be.. God Bless you both!
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I love you Shane. I’ve never heard you be so funny as you were today. I appreciate your humor, it’s wonderful. Listen to you tell the story of you and Hannah in NYC was the best. Thank you.
❤❤❤ your podcast. I have been following you two for the last year or two and always enjoy your videos, but I must say that so far this relaxed banter between you two in Junkyard Mayhem has been exceptionally good. I love that you face each other and talk to each other and let us be a part of it. You guys are so funny together. I just ❤❤❤ you!
You guys are the best. Sitting here waiting for roadside assistance, drinking my coffee, and watching you both makes for a better day!
You two are legitimately my favorite people on the entire internet. I love you guys so much 🥰
Thank you for sharing your stories I can understand where you’re coming from being disabled myself. You guys are an awesome couple.
Omg this story (and when you talk about your burden complex) always reminds me of my favourite story from your relationship when Hannah took an edible and you had to take care of her! It is such a sweet story and I love how it helped you see how caring for someone you love doesn't have to be a burden! 😊❤️
You should tell that one on the podcast sometime! I know people would love to hear it.
I've heard this story before (must have been in a previous video?), but I really appreciate this retelling. Shane, your emotional intelligence is off the charts and so impressive, as is your willingness to be vulnerable with your viewers!
I am french, I don't really like podcasts, yet it is 3 PM here and since I woke up I found myself waiting impatiently for this podcast ! I love it, thank you so much for making us laugh, informe us...
I hope there will be a lot more junkyard mayhem podcasts ! 🙂
That's funny, me too. Their bait in the title is always so fun.
Same. I dont really care for podcasts. I think i enjoy them more when they are video recorded and uploaded to RUclips. I can watch their podcast all day tho. Its like watching their youtube videos. The only difference is they are longer and i dont mind that one bit either.
Do they not have podcasts in France ?
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SAME! Not big on them- here i am 😂
Thanks for telling your NY visit story. I cried tears of happiness for you both ❤️❤️❤️
LMAO that would have been epically hilarious if Shane had yelled out across the waiting room...
"IM OVER HERE!!! IM SHANE!!! IS HANNAH OKAY? I NEED SOME ASSISTANCE GETTING OVER THERE!"😂😂😂
I can just imagine the entire waiting room getting silent and every head in the place turned to look at Shane, when all of a sudden the "REAL" Shane stands up to head into her appointment!
Poor Shane would have turned beet red, just mortified!
LOL😂❤️
Junkyard Mayhem is so awesome. I really look forward to watching after a brutal day at work. Thank you 😊
😢 That burden complex explanation was so good and and so sad at the same time.
I also want to point out that the elderly also get a burden complex. My ageing dad has it now as he’s used to being the one who can fix and do anything to needing help with many things. It’s sad. I feel bad for him. I don’t want him to ever feel like a burden.
Absolutely love your yunkyard mayhem! You two are so funny and was meant for each other! I don't usually comment but you two ROCK!!!!
I love this NYC trip story! I lived in NYC for 20 years, the hot and humid days were so unpleasant. If anybody can still have fun in that situation, they are definitely with the love of their lives! 😂 I got tearing hearing Hannah’s response at the time. It’s so amazing that a partner can make you feel ok, even in a tough situation. It’s such a comforting feeling. Thank you guys for sharing that.❤
oh my goodness … so many times in life I have had situations where all signs are screaming to change my plans (for any number of reasons); I think it’s a universal condition … we get the whispers but become more entrenched the harder it becomes. You guys tell stories so beautifully and I love how much you respect and love each other. Much peace and love to you. I haven’t watched or listened to much about the IVF process - but you’ll be amazing parents and I am sending you so much peace and support.
Such a loving and respectful relationship. You guys are making me think of ways of freshing up my marriage. Found you guys about a month ago and so happy I did. You always cheer me up thank you.
I’m not crying, you are!
Yes i am!
I think that being able to genuinely enjoy yourselves together even though everything is going wrong is a true sign of a good and compatible love. 💕🔋
What a great story. Loved this ❤ Thank you for sharing ❤️ battery was my guess before you said it Shane!
The $3 chapstick purchase as an ode to thanks for ody Wotks employee’s helpful battery charge was so funny Hannah! 😂😂😂
I pray you both have a long, happy, and loving life. You are both a blessing to me and many more. I've never found what you two have. At 64,I I don't believe I ever will.
OMG I love you guys! You just have to laugh at yourself to keep from going nuts! I’m in my 70s and often have trouble getting around. When ever I get myself into a difficult situation, my daughter and a I laugh like two hyenas. Can’t read a sign? Misunderstand a server? Almost fall down so my daughter has to catch me? No problem! We laugh at the ridiculous situation! I love your podcast!
Thank you both for this podcast. Especially this episode. I really enjoyed the New Yord day trip story. Your love is beautiful to watch. Thanks for sharing it with us. ❤
You two get a five star rating from me!! You are both very professional, funny and you stick to the subject matter. I’m also a Type A Shane and one thing we don’t like is silliness. Thank god you two are so removed from that! I look forward to #5 plus following your journey to parenthood. Thank you for taking me along. I couldn’t be happier for both of you!
Thank you so much for a much more inclusive experience, the camera changes and thanks for looking at the camera when addressing “us”. Previously I felt it was more like behind the scene at a radio broadcast. Thank you again🙏🏻
My favorite video of your beautiful relationship so far. I laughed, I cried hard and now I am wondering why I can't stop crying. I love you two.
You guys are inspiring!! I love your relationship and the simplicity of it! Both of you have adventures related to disability and you make it sound like it really is but also with a hint of humour which is completely perfect in my mind! I am truly hoping that your journey to have a baby will be amazing and full of surprises. You both are inspiring and you'll be amazing parents! Continue your great work ❤️
Bc you asked to rate your podcast...I rate it 10/10 EASY, I love all of your videos!! You guys are amazing & compliment each other perfectly! Your relationship & journey is so humble & inspiring. I truly believe this is one of the best love stories I've seen!! 💜💜💜
The NY trip story is so wonderful. An example of a loving relationship shining through.
episode 4 was awesome, Because I can relate, my daughters, son and son in law all went to atlanta to see the Body Exhibit. My oldest daughter used powered wheel chair for long trips. Being our 1st trip out, using the chair, the ramp, doing all the disabled stuff, we got in and it was awesome. 3/4 way thru we realized it needed to get plugged in. Since it was so new, we didn't know it had to be powered up for so long and ran out. Her brother found an outlet and we tried to push her to it it was so heavy, that several people helped get her across the large room. My daughter encouraged the others to finish the tour, I sat on the floor near her. Hoping to power up enough to get it to the van. They finished, but it still needed alot more time since the charge was so slow. As I got up to help push again, I saw a lever on the bottom and a letter "N". I pushed the lever into "N" and it became a wheelchair...Lol...we easily pushed her across the street to the van and up the ramp. We laughed how hard we'd struggled to just push it across the big room! Yup she called the place that delivered and showed her how to use it, telling them that they forgot the most important step, was to show and know, how & when to use " N"eutral".
I just had a 12 hour layover in New York after a 5 hour red eye flight literally last week and listening to your story is giving serious flashbacks hahaha. I was so convinced we could strut around NYC Elf movie style on basically 0 sleep! Imagining having to also deal with looking for outlets is sending me into hysterics! Thank you for sharing this story lol.
I love the way you two take about each other you can see just how much you love one another ❤
Here you go ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I do not listen to podcasts generally. I am already a fan of Squirmy and Grubs so that helped me become a Junkyard Mayhem fan! I especially like the name and what it represents to you both! I seriously hear Shane with the burden complex. I am able bodied, but I do get anxious thinking about not being able bodied, through aging, illness, or accidentally. Thank you for speaking on the matter. I enjoy that your podcast has segments! Hannah I am so glad things went better than you thought with your procedure! Sending love to you both 💕
Another awesome podcast from you guys! I love that you've decided to do these. Keep up the good work! 👍
I am LOVING this JUNKYARD MAYHEM format...Thank you for sharing your lives...you both are very brave..
You too are actually very good at giving relationship advice. Love the halarious bad advices too. Whoever came up with that idea is a comedic genious😂😃😃
I’m old, wrinkled, with the attention span of gnat and i watched/listened to the entire thing
I love youse guys
"She's in!" Shane, you're killing me! Lol😂😂 Love you guys. 💞💞
I so love hearing the stories that you all tell no matter what it is you both can joke about it, and I bet that bus driver will never forget this, either .I love it you both are match made in heaven.❤️🙏🏼
Love your chat. It's just nice to listen to. Like hanging with friends. Thank you.
This was such a beautiful episode….had me all teary-eyed. You guys are perfect for each other ❤
Hannah you are very brave. Once upon a time I went through my fair share of trying to fall pregnant. What we woman don't have to go through, and then carrying the baby, and giving birth but then it is every worthwhile! Good luck dear heart and to both of you! Thank you Shane and Hannah for sharing your process.
It was wonderful the way Hanna said that your not a burden to her and I loved your New York story ❤
You guys are an amazing match. All relationships need deep conversation and the ability to listen fully to each other. You seem to have that with humor which is fantastic. Love your podcast
LIstening to this video and the stories, makes me think about all the times you've both taken these moments of "burden" that Shane feels and turn them into these eductional, funny, sweet moments that fill many of the videos and that you've put out. You two are truly amazing!
I’m loving your channel! Informative and hysterical! So good together.
That was the best, best, best story! Thank you for telling it. I loved the whole thing and I loved the way you told it. :D
My favorite episode 👍👍⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I can certainly see why you got matching battery symbol tattoos. This episode speaks VOLUMES about your relationship. Thanks for sharing.
Hugely entertaining episode! well done guys, you're both such great storytellers with great chemistry to boot. I really appreciate how you guys illustrate your personal insights 👍👍
That was the awesome-est story ever, and shows how you guys are so compatible and that trip sounded like a nightmare and hilariously fun.