I just have to say this, the world right now needs more families like yours! I think you all are top quality people and I could only wish for there to be a world filled with such people. While I like to stay informed about current events it is so nice to have your channel to remind me that the entire world is not evil. There are still good honest people out there!!! Keep doing exactly what you’re doing and know that you are impacting lives whether you know it or not!
The adventures of the day dad drained the pond will be memories that stay with Houston forever. Hope the new pond turns out to be everything ya'll want.
A memory that the boys will never forget....the fun of being so muddy....and working so hard to save as many fish as they could. And did you ever see a dog enjoy mud so much - Kelce was a mess, but so happy to be a mess with her boys. Thank you for sharing.
The boys did a great job with trying to save fish and collecting dead ones so they don’t go to waste. I have watched you for many years and saw all the hard work you did to make the pond a great fishing place. It was sad to watch but I know you will make it even better.❤
Just the look on Houston's face while picking up those fish broke my heart. I remember on one video that you both said that it would be hard to eat them because you raised them from babies. My heart goes out to you. But like you said, you can start over bigger and better! Now Dusty from Cross Timber Bison has to get his done. ❤❤❤
I came here to comment the same! The look on Houston’s face carrying those dying bass just broke my heart!🥲 That boy has a giant heart just like Daniel!
Those boy’s were having a contest to see who could get the muddiest I think. I’m sure it hurt yours and Houston’s heart to see all of those stranded fish, cause it hurt mine. I was thinking about the outside shower when you were trying to rinse off Houston. He needed a scrub brush and a bar of soap and so did the other boys.
Seeing the boys covered in mud would cost a lot at a spa. LOL since the water was draining into the creek you could see some fish made it. Like any remodel it takes a mess to improve the project. I believe the new pond will be beautiful & some of the snags will be gone.
All that pond silt (muck) makes excellent fertilizer for flower beds, gardens, lawns, etc - use all you can and consider sharing with neighbors or even selling some to defray the cost of draining and rebuiding the pond. Thanks for sharing your emotional day with us. 👍❤
It depends on the quality of the water that was in the pond via runoff. I don't know his location, but run-off from farms can make it useless muck. The pond I rehabbed had zero oxygen due to airport runway fuels, so we just spread it out over the land.
It is a rare gift to have a place like the pond in your life. Your lifetime of good times is something to celebrate and you will have them again sooner than you think.
The pain before the gain. This is gonna be cool! Just think, there will come a time when folks can't remember the pond ever being any other way than the expanded version. It was great watching the boys, and Kelce, have fun in the muck. I'm sure you'll get a fair share of criticism for the fish that didn't make it, but I get it. You do what you can. This is awesome!
You can't save them all. They did the best they could. If that pond drains into the creek the fish will have a good chance of making it. And Daniel, the memories are in your head and heart, not in the pond. I learned
Daniel I know how you are feeling for have to do this to your pond that has been in your family for a very long time. I want to told you that I like all of your videos with the family but this one is sad but I know you will make it bigger and better for the family. God bless you y'all and for your brother-in-law to because I seen his video on his pond to.
We drained our pond when I was just about Houston's age. That's a wonderful memory I have with my Dad. So glad to see Houston getting to experience this with Daniel.
I love the compassion you have for your fish and other creatures that make the pond home, good hearts Daniel ❤️ that will be fabulous soil from the fish fertilizer 😊
Daniel, i cryed when i seen you hurting, yall are like family to us and many others, keep the faith, you'ii have a great big lake soon, i'm 72 and i probably won't see it, God bless you and your family,
Awe man😣😩that just breaks my heart for you guys, and ALL those fish 🐟. I wish there would have been a better way to catch / net and relocate most of them to the creek . I do pray that other wildlife are able to take advantage of those as well. So so sad. But you’re right, you’ll have a beautiful new clean pond that you can stock and build back up like you want, and mostly one the generations of your family is going to enjoy years down the road. They will all be grateful for the sacrifices that were made to ensure tons of memories and bonding.
Pond was very much alive, time to rebuild and upgrade. Going to be a long and big project but it’s for a good cause. When Houston is older he will always remember what you guys did on this day.
I'm not one to watch RUclips my husband watches you all. I sat down and watched you all and one show all it took I look for your videos everyday. I love how you dont hide your feelings Dan. I love to watch you talk to your animals like they are your friend its so enjoyable to watch you. You make me smile everyday Dan and your farm animals make Me smile as well. Stay real with the feelings.😊
My husband now sit and watches your videos with me Daniel. I never thought that would happen. I am so excited too see this new adventure happen. Just hope I can live to see it complete. Be safe & God Bless. I love my Arms Family.🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟❤❤❤
It was saddening to see all those fish that were stranded, but heart warning to see how the boys struggled through the mud trying to save all they could. As you enjoy those that were harvested in the five gallon bucket think of them as thinning the population so the others that made it to the creek might have a better chance at survival,
That was some beautiful looking soil being opened up for the pond flow. That is wonderful that friends came to help out. At least they are @ the right age to still get mucky and have fun @ the same time.
Man that was hard for me to watch, I can only imagine how hard it was for you guys. That was a ton of fish that didn't make it. But the rebuild will be worth it I'm sure. Hugs!!
We has a very small pond with a dam & waterfall in our back yard when I was a teen. Every couple of years we would have to drain the pond to get rid of the silt that had filled the pond from the stream that ran thru the pond. My Dad used a gas powered water pump and an old fire hose to push the silt thru the drain and down the stream and past the dam. It was a messy job that needed to get done. This brought back memories, for sure. It was fun watching the boys and Kelcie get all muddy as they struggled thru the silt and mud. It will all be worth it in the end. Then it will be enjoyed by your family for generations to come. Perhaps your kids will grow up and build their own homes on your land someday. It's fun to dream, isn't it? With prayers, love and gentle hugs for you all and your critters too, from Donna in Florida. 🙏🙏🤞🚣🐢🐟🥰
When I saw the boys so muddy. I was thinking good thing you had an outdoor shower. Was great to see Jacoby. Look forward to seeing y'all build a awesome new pond.
I completely understand that there is an end to the means….. but this broke my heart 😢!! I’m bawling at how many fish were lost. I’m bawling because; though I know it’s going to be bigger and better, it’s sad that we as viewers will miss out on your pond videos for years 😢😢😢😢😢😢. God bless all the efforts put into this project! God bless AFH
The memories of today will be stories told by yourself, Houston, and his friends out there for many years to come. Your younger subscribers will be watching the Grandkids grow up on your new pond as I watched Houston and Jacoby grow up on this one. I also believe that from this day forward, you will see your channel skyrocket. That's my wish for you, Daniel. God bless you and your beautiful family. And as always, I'm sending love from NC.
Oh my goodness! That was tough! At least you saved a lot of them! And y’all will cook them up for the family! It was good seeing Coby and the other boys! Seems like every time I see Coby, he’s grown a few inches! I hope everyone is doing well! Lots of prayers for y’all! Love and blessings from this old Bama girl!❤❤❤
So sorry for your loss! The look on Houston’s face, as he was carrying those bass, was heartbreaking! On a lighter note, I wish I lived close enough to be in on the fish fry. The great big boys are waiting in the creek for you(I pray). Thank you for the video🌟
Thank you so much for sharing draining the pond with us. Most, I imagine, would never get to experience this. I’m sorry it’s emotional for you all, lots of history and good times. Again that was amazing! Love all the kids having that experience too. Love you all and looking forward to watching your pond be bigger and better!❤️😢😂😊
Can understand why it’s a sad day for yous. I enjoyed your time fishing. What made me smile was the lads enjoying the mud. Here’s to the future bigger and better
It’s tough right now but the end results will be worth the effort. I’m excited to watch the whole process and see the excitement that you and Houston have as you move through it.
I had to save this so I could rewatch it. Progress sometimes comes at a great sentimental cost, and I commend you all on your new horizon. God bless you all and progress on.
It was sad to see it go. But it had too. Then the boys got in there and got a lot of fish out and got a lot of them too make them ready for a fish fry. You all did a great job.
A few hot 😭 down back of my throat watching this. Years ago we had fishing hole that we loved deeply, it was a part of a old beaver dam that caught up lots of water from us upstream.Made best fishing hole ever, sunnies, bass, a few northerns and bull heads. It wasn't good for swimming but the fishing was the bomb. Then the guy sold that piece of property, the new owner cut the beaver dam and we lost our fishing hole. The dam had been there for at least 20 yrs. Found out many years later he was not supposed cut that dam. It was against the law and he was fined heavily for it. I know y'all will have a good fish fry. And it will take a few years to get this back but it's worth it.
That looks crazy - very interesting though! The boys will definitely have nice smooth skin afterwards, lol. So much mudd! Kelce was having a blast as well. Sad for the fish that didn't make it but at least some of them did not give their life in vain - you have loads of fish to fry now. Make it a fish frying party in celebration of the start of a new chapter for the pond, maybe?
So much time and effort went into making that pond what it is / was. It will be fun watching the clean up. And can't wait to see what the new pond looks like.
SPEEDI UK....... I'm very sorry to see yours and Houston's pond and the memories that the whole family made on and around it it looked so different when it drained I thought it was much deeper ...... all the boys had great fun wallowing about in the mud and it'll be another lasting memory for all...... good luck on the rebuild
I can feel your pain, sadness, my Great Grandmother is a full blooded Muskogee Creek. She and Great Grand dad had 12 children each child received along with Great Grandmother 86 acres which comes out to 1118. a section + 158 acres of land. The government came out and took all but 10 acres , and now we have Lake Eufaula. The towns of Brush Hill - Pierce - and, Richrdsville. disappeared that far noth end of the lake no one uses it since Fountain Head closed ; sad oh so sad. The longest journey, always starts with the 1st step.
❤❤That is fantastic seeing those boys out there having such a great time!!! That's what kids should be doing. They will remember this forever. Houston. is a fantastic young man and his friends as well. Great to see.
Daniel, it will still be the pond, just a little bigger, and perhaps a better habitat for the fish. When it is all done, I'm sure you will appreciate what you have done. I know we will. Be Safe, and God Bless!
Oh those are some wonderfully muddy muddy boys. I'll bet they had the time of their lives. Mud washes off and that's an experience to remember. Watching the many hundreds of fish jumping as they left the pond thousands made it to the river. Sad that so many didn't but still the majority are river fish now. It's a sight. After it starts to dry you can go on a lost lure hunt.
@janethart7402 creek crick river it's a flowing ribbon of water. Why be argumentative over a word? Where you come from decides what word you use. You just wanna be negative. Smile and be nice. It's easier.
Daniel and Houston I feel so bad for the two of you that you had to tear it down. I know you will make it even better and just keep focused on the end and I will keep watching to see how amazing it turns out. Love the content.
What a bitter sweet day, but what an epic experience for the boys! They'll never forget this, it's locked into their long term memory. They will look back on this video and laugh when they see that they looked like zombies. Bless the boys for working so hard to save fish. The right thing was done for the future of this pond, a life lesson they will carry forever. The excavator guy did a fantastic job.
Hey Daniel I Just Wanted To Say That I Am So Sorry That You're Having To Go Through This Situation. I Just Wish I Was Closer I Would Help You Try And Save As Many Fish As Possible.
It's definitely heart breaking to see the fish dying before your eyes as your pond disappears. What's left is an interesting look at what was below the surface. It's normal to be emotional about watching your lifelong pond disappear. There is the bright side to remember. It will be back better and healthier for the fish. I can't wait to watch the rebuild and one day the restocking. I hope a large amount of fish made it to the creek. It's good to see boys doing what boys do! My boys loved getting coated in mud then being hosed off. Good times.
The boys and Kelse had a bang up time. Worried me a bit when they were up to their armpits in mud. It will be interesting to see how you build the new pond.
Oh my Goodness! My heart just sinks seeing that excavator tear that last bit of Damn out. I know it will lead to a bigger , better and healthier pond for all to enjoy.
Hello Daniel, I know you are doing this for a good reason but it still makes me cry. But at least you have a lot of videos for memories. Yes you are right you have to tear down to rebuild it better!
As much as y’all love that pond & took such great care of it, I know it really hurt to see all the fish that didn’t make it. At least your family & a lot of critters will eat well for awhile & you’ll really enjoy building up the new, improved pond!!
So sorry to see all of your hard work have to be washed away but sometimes farming hurts. But in the future God willing it will be so worth it. Was watching Dusty's video the other day and he's facing the same thing. Looked like his pond is worse. Just hang in there and enjoy the fish fry. No great loss without some small gain. Good luck and God bless.
The thing that amazes me is, no Snapping Turtles, We had a pond similar to the size of that one, and over 2 days, we took 78 out of it, put them in 55 gal drums, to soak, and invited the American Legion members to a Turtle feed, we had baked Turtle Fried Turtle Turtle Soup, Amish Coleslaw, Bake beans and Rolls for 3.00 dollars a ticket to cover the other food, this was several years ago, It was funny that so many people showed up to try it. and liked it
My heart breaks, too, Daniel. You're not crying on camera, but believe me, Sir, there's not a man out there that wouldn't be crying right along with you. Those boys are one crazy, muddy mess. Oh my! Don't waste any time. Look at the bright side now. You and Houston have so much to look forward to and plan for. Plus, like you said, fishing at the creek should be great as soon as the water clears. I'll be one of your millions of viewers to enjoy those videos
Yes that hurt to see the loss of so many fish. Do you know how much some ladies pay to sit in a mud bath?? and the three boys got it for free. Mud water boys and a dog! Does it get any better than that? Kelce was having so much fun! I was thinking I wish I was there just to be in the mud!! It looked like so much fun! It is so nice to see Jacobi once again. Now to get rid of all the mud and get the deeper, bigger pond happening! I look forward to the days to come!!🤗🤗💞💞💙💙
I love watching Houston getting out there in the mud and his friends that was so cute out there with them out there getting mud on and his little dog out there❤❤❤❤❤
20 years from now Houston and Jacoby sitting around a fire pit with their wives telling stories about the time they single handedly saved a ton of fish from a mud pit and that is why to this day their skin is still silky smooth, lol. I could watch those boys being boys all day long. How concerned they all were for the fish that have brought them so much joy. Adventures make memories that last a lifetime.
@@juliairwin4481 lol that’s back in the 80’s when you could do stuff like that without some snowflake calling DHS on ya. 🤣🤣 nothing like power washing the kids off.
It will be amazing when the pond is brought back better than ever. I’m sad that you had to lose the fish to gain the improvement to not lose fish. It truly was the hardest part.
Mr Daniel,I've really enjoyed this video,reminds me of a time not too long ago I was watching my own kids and their friends Waller in the mud from a drained pond,except the mud wasn't brown,for fome reason it was black,after the kids came out of the pond from playing in the mud,all you could see was their teeth and the whites of their eyes because they were completely covered from head to toe in black mud,looking forward to watching more on the pond rebuild,may the Lord continue to bless you and your family.
Wow, that was incredible These boys had so much fun It's going to be even better, and you will be able to have a fish fry for sure Dont know much about ponds, but i know as a kid with that guck, we had to drain ours as well. Then, when the next pond it was for bullfrogs, mostly some fish
It’s really sad, but also exciting. I can’t wait to see what the new pond is going to give you in the way of fish and great entertainment for us. Thank you for sharing your farm life with us.💕
Maybe you should try putting some catfish in the pond with your pond expansion by trying something different. I think Houston had fun getting the big catfish out of the Creek.I think he might enjoy growing his own and maybe seeing how big they get by catching them in the pond
Glad to see you guys starting the pond over I would definitely get rid of all the decay and most of the tree stumps and clean the shoreline of most of the trees and plants especially dying trees so you don't have the same problem you have now in 20 years from all the decay and lack of oxygen you can clearly see how much crap was on the bottom and that took away from your depth so definitely dig it deeper not just a narrow channel in the middle
I love to see the boys playing in the mud like that. You don’t see that much anymore. They will be talking about this from now on. Great memories ❤️
That’s what I thought too and they didn’t have phones in their hands lol
It's definitely a sad day, but the sun WILL come out tomorrow with the dawn of a NEW DAY!
Human mud puppies. Looks like fun.
Won't be long now before DJ's got ladies to take care of...
I grew up loving getting muddy & that made my heart happy. ❤
I just have to say this, the world right now needs more families like yours! I think you all are top quality people and I could only wish for there to be a world filled with such people. While I like to stay informed about current events it is so nice to have your channel to remind me that the entire world is not evil. There are still good honest people out there!!! Keep doing exactly what you’re doing and know that you are impacting lives whether you know it or not!
The adventures of the day dad drained the pond will be memories that stay with Houston forever. Hope the new pond turns out to be everything ya'll want.
A memory that the boys will never forget....the fun of being so muddy....and working so hard to save as many fish as they could. And did you ever see a dog enjoy mud so much - Kelce was a mess, but so happy to be a mess with her boys. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you Daniel for having me along it's going to be so much better when you get it done
Ditto
The boys did a great job with trying to save fish and collecting dead ones so they don’t go to waste. I have watched you for many years and saw all the hard work you did to make the pond a great fishing place. It was sad to watch but I know you will make it even better.❤
As sad as it is to lose the fish, those boys just made a wonderful memory they will be talking about for years to come. ❤🐨
Something about not shooting fish in a barrel, but just draining the barrel.
I put a plastic bag over my head and couldn't breathe!! Hillbillies continue to survive??
It's nice to see Kobe, we haven't seen him in a while. It's brilliant seeing all the boys having fun in the mud.
Just the look on Houston's face while picking up those fish broke my heart. I remember on one video that you both said that it would be hard to eat them because you raised them from babies. My heart goes out to you. But like you said, you can start over bigger and better! Now Dusty from Cross Timber Bison has to get his done. ❤❤❤
Yes, the same thing about a week ago!!
I came here to comment the same! The look on Houston’s face carrying those dying bass just broke my heart!🥲 That boy has a giant heart just like Daniel!
Those boy’s were having a contest to see who could get the muddiest I think. I’m sure it hurt yours and Houston’s heart to see all of those stranded fish, cause it hurt mine. I was thinking about the outside shower when you were trying to rinse off Houston. He needed a scrub brush and a bar of soap and so did the other boys.
Seeing the boys covered in mud would cost a lot at a spa. LOL since the water was draining into the creek you could see some fish made it. Like any remodel it takes a mess to improve the project. I believe the new pond will be beautiful & some of the snags will be gone.
All that pond silt (muck) makes excellent fertilizer for flower beds, gardens, lawns, etc - use all you can and consider sharing with neighbors or even selling some to defray the cost of draining and rebuiding the pond. Thanks for sharing your emotional day with us. 👍❤
It depends on the quality of the water that was in the pond via runoff. I don't know his location, but run-off from farms can make it useless muck. The pond I rehabbed had zero oxygen due to airport runway fuels, so we just spread it out over the land.
Your channel is a hidden gem, glad I stumbled upon it!
It is a rare gift to have a place like the pond in your life. Your lifetime of good times is something to celebrate and you will have them again sooner than you think.
The pain before the gain. This is gonna be cool! Just think, there will come a time when folks can't remember the pond ever being any other way than the expanded version. It was great watching the boys, and Kelce, have fun in the muck. I'm sure you'll get a fair share of criticism for the fish that didn't make it, but I get it. You do what you can. This is awesome!
You can't save them all. They did the best they could. If that pond drains into the creek the fish will have a good chance of making it. And Daniel, the memories are in your head and heart, not in the pond. I learned
Daniel I know how you are feeling for have to do this to your pond that has been in your family for a very long time. I want to told you that I like all of your videos with the family but this one is sad but I know you will make it bigger and better for the family. God bless you y'all and for your brother-in-law to because I seen his video on his pond to.
Boys, dogs and mud...
That's how beautiful, wonderful childhood memories are made!!!
We drained our pond when I was just about Houston's age. That's a wonderful memory I have with my Dad. So glad to see Houston getting to experience this with Daniel.
I love the compassion you have for your fish and other creatures that make the pond home, good hearts Daniel ❤️ that will be fabulous soil from the fish fertilizer 😊
Love love love your videos. The pond will be great again. Good to see Jacoby again.
Daniel, i cryed when i seen you hurting, yall are like family to us and many others, keep the faith, you'ii have a great big lake soon, i'm 72 and i probably won't see it, God bless you and your family,
I am 87 years old and LOVE your videos. Always wanted a pond so enjoy this video and love Houston,s friends🙏🙏👍👍👍👍♥️
Im a 82 year old disabled black women underwater welder. love me some Ponds
Awe man😣😩that just breaks my heart for you guys, and ALL those fish 🐟. I wish there would have been a better way to catch / net and relocate most of them to the creek . I do pray that other wildlife are able to take advantage of those as well. So so sad. But you’re right, you’ll have a beautiful new clean pond that you can stock and build back up like you want, and mostly one the generations of your family is going to enjoy years down the road. They will all be grateful for the sacrifices that were made to ensure tons of memories and bonding.
Pond was very much alive, time to rebuild and upgrade. Going to be a long and big project but it’s for a good cause. When Houston is older he will always remember what you guys did on this day.
I'm not one to watch RUclips my husband watches you all. I sat down and watched you all and one show all it took I look for your videos everyday. I love how you dont hide your feelings Dan. I love to watch you talk to your animals like they are your friend its so enjoyable to watch you. You make me smile everyday Dan and your farm animals make Me smile as well. Stay real with the feelings.😊
Aww I love Jacobi saving that bass😊
It hurt my heart too, and theyre not even my fish! Heres to a great rebuild!
those kids will never forget that day playing in the mud ....
Thankyou for letting us be a part of this journey. ❤
My husband now sit and watches your videos with me Daniel. I never thought that would happen. I am so excited too see this new adventure happen. Just hope I can live to see it complete. Be safe & God Bless. I love my Arms Family.🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟❤❤❤
I’ll second that♥️♥️. God bless you🙏🏻😇
@@sharrondinnis1335 God Bless you also.🙏🌹😇
I got my husband hooked too. He watches them sometimes before I do.
I am really sorry for the loss. I have enjoyed so many pond videos. My heart feels for you and Houston.
Houston and friends had a great time playing in the mud. They'll remember that for a long time. Can't wait for the progress going forward.
It was saddening to see all those fish that were stranded, but heart warning to see how the boys struggled through the mud trying to save all they could. As you enjoy those that were harvested in the five gallon bucket think of them as thinning the population so the others that made it to the creek might have a better chance at survival,
That was some beautiful looking soil being opened up for the pond flow. That is wonderful that friends came to help out. At least they are @ the right age to still get mucky and have fun @ the same time.
I thought that the soil looked healthy too!
Man that was hard for me to watch, I can only imagine how hard it was for you guys. That was a ton of fish that didn't make it. But the rebuild will be worth it I'm sure. Hugs!!
We has a very small pond with a dam & waterfall in our back yard when I was a teen. Every couple of years we would have to drain the pond to get rid of the silt that had filled the pond from the stream that ran thru the pond. My Dad used a gas powered water pump and an old fire hose to push the silt thru the drain and down the stream and past the dam. It was a messy job that needed to get done. This brought back memories, for sure. It was fun watching the boys and Kelcie get all muddy as they struggled thru the silt and mud. It will all be worth it in the end. Then it will be enjoyed by your family for generations to come. Perhaps your kids will grow up and build their own homes on your land someday. It's fun to dream, isn't it? With prayers, love and gentle hugs for you all and your critters too, from Donna in Florida. 🙏🙏🤞🚣🐢🐟🥰
When I saw the boys so muddy. I was thinking good thing you had an outdoor shower. Was great to see Jacoby. Look forward to seeing y'all build a awesome new pond.
I completely understand that there is an end to the means….. but this broke my heart 😢!! I’m bawling at how many fish were lost. I’m bawling because; though I know it’s going to be bigger and better, it’s sad that we as viewers will miss out on your pond videos for years 😢😢😢😢😢😢. God bless all the efforts put into this project! God bless AFH
The memories of today will be stories told by yourself, Houston, and his friends out there for many years to come. Your younger subscribers will be watching the Grandkids grow up on your new pond as I watched Houston and Jacoby grow up on this one. I also believe that from this day forward, you will see your channel skyrocket. That's my wish for you, Daniel. God bless you and your beautiful family. And as always, I'm sending love from NC.
Oh my goodness! That was tough! At least you saved a lot of them! And y’all will cook them up for the family! It was good seeing Coby and the other boys! Seems like every time I see Coby, he’s grown a few inches! I hope everyone is doing well! Lots of prayers for y’all! Love and blessings from this old Bama girl!❤❤❤
So sorry for your loss! The look on Houston’s face, as he was carrying those bass, was heartbreaking! On a lighter note, I wish I lived close enough to be in on the fish fry. The great big boys are waiting in the creek for you(I pray). Thank you for the video🌟
Thank you so much for sharing draining the pond with us. Most, I imagine, would never get to experience this. I’m sorry it’s emotional for you all, lots of history and good times. Again that was amazing! Love all the kids having that experience too.
Love you all and looking forward to watching your pond be bigger and better!❤️😢😂😊
I love watching you all playing in the mud! Brings back memories to this 66 year old lady!
Good ole fashion mudd bath boys! Hope the future pond will be even better
Can understand why it’s a sad day for yous. I enjoyed your time fishing. What made me smile was the lads enjoying the mud. Here’s to the future bigger and better
It’s tough right now but the end results will be worth the effort. I’m excited to watch the whole process and see the excitement that you and Houston have as you move through it.
I had to save this so I could rewatch it. Progress sometimes comes at a great sentimental cost, and I commend you all on your new horizon. God bless you all and progress on.
It was sad to see it go. But it had too. Then the boys got in there and got a lot of fish out and got a lot of them too make them ready for a fish fry. You all did a great job.
lol. I think you have had the turtle conversation before. Didn’t take you long to come up with an answer. All these memories on tape. Priceless. 😊
Mud, water and fish ….. a boys & Kelce’s dreams come true!!!!
Sorry for the loss but you're doing what needs to be done. Thanks for sharing.
A few hot 😭 down back of my throat watching this. Years ago we had fishing hole that we loved deeply, it was a part of a old beaver dam that caught up lots of water from us upstream.Made best fishing hole ever, sunnies, bass, a few northerns and bull heads. It wasn't good for swimming but the fishing was the bomb. Then the guy sold that piece of property, the new owner cut the beaver dam and we lost our fishing hole. The dam had been there for at least 20 yrs. Found out many years later he was not supposed cut that dam. It was against the law and he was fined heavily for it.
I know y'all will have a good fish fry. And it will take a few years to get this back but it's worth it.
That looks crazy - very interesting though! The boys will definitely have nice smooth skin afterwards, lol. So much mudd! Kelce was having a blast as well. Sad for the fish that didn't make it but at least some of them did not give their life in vain - you have loads of fish to fry now. Make it a fish frying party in celebration of the start of a new chapter for the pond, maybe?
Poor little man you can see it in his face he’s an amazing young man ❤
Very much, I felt really bad for him. He'll get over it after awhile😢😢.
So much time and effort went into making that pond what it is / was.
It will be fun watching the clean up. And can't wait to see what the new pond looks like.
Jacobi is looking like lineman material! Cant wait to see these boys play football.
So many made it to the creek. Can't wait to see the fishing! 🎣
I am jealous of the boys. Have all that mud to play in . I am 70 and it's been a long time since I got to play like that.
SPEEDI UK....... I'm very sorry to see yours and Houston's pond and the memories that the whole family made on and around it it looked so different when it drained I thought it was much deeper ...... all the boys had great fun wallowing about in the mud and it'll be another lasting memory for all...... good luck on the rebuild
Best video I've seen in a long time...maybe since Houston's first haircut. Have a blessed week.
I can feel your pain, sadness, my Great Grandmother is a full blooded Muskogee Creek. She and Great Grand dad had 12 children each child received along with Great Grandmother 86 acres which comes out to 1118. a section + 158 acres of land. The government came out and took all but 10 acres , and now we have Lake Eufaula. The towns of Brush Hill - Pierce - and, Richrdsville. disappeared that far noth end of the lake no one uses it since Fountain Head closed ; sad oh so sad. The longest journey, always starts with the 1st step.
Hi Coby we haven’t seen him as much lately.
❤❤That is fantastic seeing those boys out there having such a great time!!! That's what kids should be doing. They will remember this forever. Houston. is a fantastic young man and his friends as well. Great to see.
Daniel, it will still be the pond, just a little bigger, and perhaps a better habitat for the fish. When it is all done, I'm sure you will appreciate what you have done. I know we will. Be Safe, and God Bless!
Good idea. Now you got me sucked in until the pond if full of fish. I can tell you’re a good guy. You have happy dogs and kids.
Oh those are some wonderfully muddy muddy boys. I'll bet they had the time of their lives. Mud washes off and that's an experience to remember. Watching the many hundreds of fish jumping as they left the pond thousands made it to the river. Sad that so many didn't but still the majority are river fish now. It's a sight. After it starts to dry you can go on a lost lure hunt.
They are in the creek, the river is too far away.
@janethart7402 creek crick river it's a flowing ribbon of water. Why be argumentative over a word? Where you come from decides what word you use. You just wanna be negative. Smile and be nice. It's easier.
@@smithcon1968 get over yourself 🙄🫣🤣🤣🤣
This is my opinion
Daniel and Houston I feel so bad for the two of you that you had to tear it down. I know you will make it even better and just keep focused on the end and I will keep watching to see how amazing it turns out. Love the content.
This was interesting to watch! Thanks for sharing. I hope the new pond is better than ever & something you can enjoy for years & generations to come!
What a bitter sweet day, but what an epic experience for the boys! They'll never forget this, it's locked into their long term memory. They will look back on this video and laugh when they see that they looked like zombies. Bless the boys for working so hard to save fish. The right thing was done for the future of this pond, a life lesson they will carry forever. The excavator guy did a fantastic job.
Hey Daniel I Just Wanted To Say That I Am So Sorry That You're Having To Go Through This Situation. I Just Wish I Was Closer I Would Help You Try And Save As Many Fish As Possible.
It's definitely heart breaking to see the fish dying before your eyes as your pond disappears. What's left is an interesting look at what was below the surface.
It's normal to be emotional about watching your lifelong pond disappear.
There is the bright side to remember. It will be back better and healthier for the fish. I can't wait to watch the rebuild and one day the restocking. I hope a large amount of fish made it to the creek.
It's good to see boys doing what boys do! My boys loved getting coated in mud then being hosed off. Good times.
Sending prayers love and hugs. It’s sad what you had to do but I’m looking forward to your journey to upgrade your farm. ❤
The boys and Kelse had a bang up time. Worried me a bit when they were up to their armpits in mud. It will be interesting to see how you build the new pond.
Oh my Goodness! My heart just sinks seeing that excavator tear that last bit of Damn out. I know it will lead to a bigger , better and healthier pond for all to enjoy.
It's a dam
Hello Daniel, I know you are doing this for a good reason but it still makes me cry. But at least you have a lot of videos for memories. Yes you are right you have to tear down to rebuild it better!
Sorry for the loss of fish. Reminded of 60 years ago when we rescued bass from my Uncle’s cattle pond. I looked like your boys.
Yelp see there you do remember it like it was yesterday don’t u. These boys will remember back to it when they have kids and grandkids
It was not drained correctly if drained right u would have not lost no fish meaning none would have died
It was not drained correctly if drained right u would have not lost no fish meaning none would have died
As much as y’all love that pond & took such great care of it, I know it really hurt to see all the fish that didn’t make it. At least your family & a lot of critters will eat well for awhile & you’ll really enjoy building up the new, improved pond!!
I can’t wait to see the finished product. I hope you enjoy the fish fry.
So sorry to see all of your hard work have to be washed away but sometimes farming hurts. But in the future God willing it will be so worth it.
Was watching Dusty's video the other day and he's facing the same thing. Looked like his pond is worse.
Just hang in there and enjoy the fish fry. No great loss without some small gain. Good luck and God bless.
The thing that amazes me is, no Snapping Turtles, We had a pond similar to the size of that one, and over 2 days, we took 78 out of it, put them in 55 gal drums, to soak, and invited the American Legion members to a Turtle feed, we had baked Turtle Fried Turtle Turtle Soup, Amish Coleslaw, Bake beans and Rolls for 3.00 dollars a ticket to cover the other food, this was several years ago, It was funny that so many people showed up to try it. and liked it
My heart breaks, too, Daniel. You're not crying on camera, but believe me, Sir, there's not a man out there that wouldn't be crying right along with you. Those boys are one crazy, muddy mess. Oh my! Don't waste any time. Look at the bright side now. You and Houston have so much to look forward to and plan for. Plus, like you said, fishing at the creek should be great as soon as the water clears. I'll be one of your millions of viewers to enjoy those videos
Those boys are making a memory that will last forever! I'm 64 and even I think it looks kind of fun!
Great memories are being made. The boys will always talk about their adventures in the old pond! Loved this video Daniel!
Yes that hurt to see the loss of so many fish. Do you know how much some ladies pay to sit in a mud bath?? and the three boys got it for free. Mud water boys and a dog! Does it get any better than that? Kelce was having so much fun! I was thinking I wish I was there just to be in the mud!! It looked like so much fun! It is so nice to see Jacobi once again. Now to get rid of all the mud and get the deeper, bigger pond happening! I look forward to the days to come!!🤗🤗💞💞💙💙
I love watching Houston getting out there in the mud and his friends that was so cute out there with them out there getting mud on and his little dog out there❤❤❤❤❤
20 years from now Houston and Jacoby sitting around a fire pit with their wives telling stories about the time they single handedly saved a ton of fish from a mud pit and that is why to this day their skin is still silky smooth, lol. I could watch those boys being boys all day long. How concerned they all were for the fish that have brought them so much joy. Adventures make memories that last a lifetime.
That had to be Heartbreaking for You. 💔. I can only imagine. I really look forward to seeing the Rebuild. Thanks for sharing this with us.
My dad was a dozer operator when I was growing up. We did that one time. He took us to the car wash to clean us off.
Thanks for the laugh!
@@juliairwin4481 lol that’s back in the 80’s when you could do stuff like that without some snowflake calling DHS on ya. 🤣🤣 nothing like power washing the kids off.
Had the same done to me. Lol
Boy what memories was just in the making there those boys will talk about that experience for years that was awesome to watch❤
You only get see something like this every 40 years or so. Looking forward to the new pond / lake.
It will be amazing when the pond is brought back better than ever. I’m sad that you had to lose the fish to gain the improvement to not lose fish. It truly was the hardest part.
Daniel love and enjoy your videos. May the lord bless and protect you and your family and working on the pond and draining the pond
Mr Daniel,I've really enjoyed this video,reminds me of a time not too long ago I was watching my own kids and their friends Waller in the mud from a drained pond,except the mud wasn't brown,for fome reason it was black,after the kids came out of the pond from playing in the mud,all you could see was their teeth and the whites of their eyes because they were completely covered from head to toe in black mud,looking forward to watching more on the pond rebuild,may the Lord continue to bless you and your family.
Houston and the boys are getting their beauty skin mud baths 👍🏻👏🏻🙂
Wow, that was incredible
These boys had so much fun
It's going to be even better, and you will be able to have a fish fry for sure
Dont know much about ponds, but i know as a kid with that guck, we had to drain ours as well. Then, when the next pond it was for bullfrogs, mostly some fish
Your pond actually was full of decent bass lol. All you needed to do was add an aerator and you probably would’ve been fine.
Until it got too shallow! You drain a pond to re-dig it.
Hmmm verified
Windmill would be a great option...run a fountain and it provides its own power!
It’s really sad, but also exciting. I can’t wait to see what the new pond is going to give you in the way of fish and great entertainment for us.
Thank you for sharing your farm life with us.💕
Wow that's amazing you make it look good and your Dogs will love it your Big pond is so amazing 🥰😍🥰😍🥰😍🥰😍🥰😍
The pond will be bigger and better. Making great memories for you and the boys❤
It's sad, but I know you'll make an even bigger pond!!
As a lover of bass fishing, that was heartbreaking. I’m glad you were able to save some for a fish fry. Good luck with the rebuild of the pond. 😢
Maybe you should try putting some catfish in the pond with your pond expansion by trying something different.
I think Houston had fun getting the big catfish out of the Creek.I think he might enjoy growing his own and maybe seeing how big they get by catching them in the pond
Glad to see you guys starting the pond over I would definitely get rid of all the decay and most of the tree stumps and clean the shoreline of most of the trees and plants especially dying trees so you don't have the same problem you have now in 20 years from all the decay and lack of oxygen you can clearly see how much crap was on the bottom and that took away from your depth so definitely dig it deeper not just a narrow channel in the middle