Rebecca Z, having had my Dad assassinated so that evil could have its way, can’t help but agree with you. Bunch of bots and crisis communication managers promoting these guys.
I worked with Dave at Home depot! He was loved by many!! His willing to help others was truly amazing!! His famous words was "Absolutely I can help"!! He was an amazing man and will truly be missed!!! I'm so sorry for your loss!! God bless you all!!!
When my sister died, one of her friends went around and gathered funny, kind, bizarre stories about her and compiled it in a card. It was the best thing I received, new memories of my sister I didn't have. I still pull it out and cherish it today. Maybe when things are better home depot could do that.
@Kim kim . Your post was so reaffirming for all the subscribers of this channel that has seen enough of Dave to share in the loss of his wonderful nature and willingness to lend a helping hand whenever and wherever needed. Please tell your fellow co-workers that you have seen for yourself that so many people that never meant Dave share his loss as well! God bless you and take every care!!!
I love your RUclips shows, and watching Dave in and out, helping you guys out where ever he can! I am devastated 😢 I am so deeply sorry for your loss,... I was very close to my Father, he had a silly little hobby shop, he had wanted to retire on, In Seattle, WA. "A Train House" From 1969 to 1992.... (Yes I love Trains!, dives me nut to see your wonderful New shop, with Trains stuff here and there!) ...But he past away in 1985 of cancer, it too happened so fast he had less then 4 days to live, when he was diagnosed... He was my best friend, my partner, my Father, l had learn so much from him, your Father Dave reminded me of my late Father.... ...I wish you all the Best as you grief during this hardship of nasty, horrible scary Virus ... So unbelievable!!!! I feel for you Melissa, so deeply 😢 Blessings to you and your family, only time will help you get through this 🙏 so very sad and unexpected loss... Please be safe, well and stay Healthy ...you guys are Wonderful, Beautiful Human Beings... I love watching your channel, and all that you guys do with your children, your shop, the community and your music! Thank you for sharing, Sincerely, Betsy in Seattle Xox🚂💜🚃 🚃🚃🚃xox
Never, ever apologize for emotions or tears. Your Dad was worthy of your tears. May the love and warmth that you have given to everyone come back and surround you and protect you.
I SOULFULY REFLECT THAT BACK AT YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES @LORRAINE Ruppert!!! TIME has never been RESPECTED, Since TIME BEGAN!!!! EVERYONE, Started the RAT RACE, WHO Could do this or that First? WHY???? NONE OF THAT CRAP MATTERS TO GOD, THE ALL MIGHTY!!! I am not doing all caps to make someone uncomfortable, Just to make them WOKE for the last time that I try! I am bone dry, I support the Husband because HE HAS to Be Out There In This Right Now!!! Prayers, Blessings, Love & Light!!!
I'm sorry this is so late (I've only just found this channel recently), but please accept my deep and sincere condolences for the loss of your Dad and father in law. Even to this day, a year or more later, it is still no joke. My Mom is 92 and I'm 59 and we still mask and wash our hands constantly. I must keep her safe in any way I can. So so sorry you lost your Dad so young. I hope the love of your family and your warm and loving memories give you some comfort. Do take care.
What a lovely comment. I hope you and your mum are doing ok. Here in the UK, the restrictions have been fully lifted, including wearing masks in most places! I think it’s ridiculous, but it had to happen at some point, but infections have been on the rise again. I still see some people wearing masks on public transport, but it’s now purely out of choice. I personally have asthma, and I still wear a mask if I come into contact with anyone, and wash my hands all the time, especially when I’ve collected the mail. I don’t care what people think of me, whether I’m being overly cautious, at least I’ll be alive. Good luck to you and your family, and stay safe. 🤗🇬🇧
It's crazy to me that over 400 people disliked this video when they are telling their truth about their family/their life. Thank you for sharing your life and I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad my condolences to your family.
I think that some people may click the thumbs down to show that they don’t like what has happened. I don’t think they mean to thumbs down the video. Maybe to them it just feels weird to “like” such a sad video.
The thumbs up or down are not supposed to mean you like or dislike the video itself. It's supposed to be your choice of what you like to see in your feed or not want to see. Please don't take it as a dislike to the people in the video. Either one clicks as a record in their results. 😉❤️👍
As painful as it was to share, thank you from the bottom of my heart. We haven't heard nearly enough from families of those who have passed. So many people aren't taking this seriously.
I just discovered your channel a few weeks ago and have been "binge watching". You are so open and express yourselves so well. Just saw this episode and I am so sorry you had to go through this. MOST of your clips are so fun ~~ how very thoughtful of you to share your sad time with us. MUCH sympathy to you. I'll be a viewer forever. simply because of your characters (and your content is great too!).
We are the Curiosity Community. Sending love to you, caring for our family and friends. I'm so glad you can hug each other. We send a collective hug to you, and one to Dave. I send my heart.
Oh sweetheart, he’s your dad it’s quite ok to be upset. I don’t know you but, I’m very very sorry. I’m glad you made this video. Thank you. Stay in and stay well.
This is so strange, because of your RUclips channel, I feel like Dave was a part of my family. Such devastating news. I am so so sorry for your loss. Sending you my condolences and prayers and stay safe.
Thank you for doing this, it’s so important that people understand how very dangerous this is, you’re good people to fight through your grief to inform others, I’m so sorry you’re had to go through all the pain.
I’m crying for you Melissa and Alex. Don’t feel guilty. I’m so very sorry. I pray your test is negative Alex. Thank you for thinking of us during your sorrow. You two are very special. 💖🙏
My nieces husband is in hospital now. They have put him in a coma and on ventilator. He’s 41 and has 5 children. Praying everyday that he pulls through. Prayers to your family from the UK.
Melissa, you Archbolds don’t feel like strangers to me either. I cannot hold back the tears for the shock and loss. Big Dave. His presence always meant “Help is here. It’s Dad” May you all be blessed with some measure of comfort from those of us sharing your grief. Phone hugs 🤗
I just discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago. Ironically, because I am quarantined with COVID. For two years I have isolated, working from home, ordering most of what I need online to avoid Storrs, and am fully vaccinated. I have taken all of the precautions because I have diabetes, high blood pressure, and asthma...and I still got it. It is bad!!!! There are no words. Every time I become short of breath I get scared and wonder if I will get to see my grandchildren grow up. Melissa and Alex, I am so very sorry for your loss. Melissa, please do not blame yourself for not recognizing the danger signs. The paramedics even missed some of it. There are just too many unknowns with this insane virus. Sending you love and light from Oregon.
im an "essential" worker.. a truck driver. and im in and out of the USA hot spots.. please.. both of you.. dont play the blame game, we all are doing all we can do. i haven't seen friends or family since early feb. and we are all at the whims of luck in this. hold each other close. and remember the best of times. my thoughts are with you.
Thank you so much for risking all so that the rest of us can have food, meds, etc. I think of you all as soldiers now. God Bless You and Keep You Safe.
I know how hard it is to share something like this, especially when it involves a parent or family member. You are providing a great public service by sharing your story. We have self-quarantined here in the Philippines. May you find some comfort in the fact your are sharing your story that may save lives. Bless you and your family.
This video popped up in my recommended. I've never seen your content before this video. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Thank you for speaking out though you are obviously still in the early stages of grief & loss. My heart truly goes out to you.
If you are one of us who is stuck at home with nothing to do I highly recommend you spend some quality time watching some of the back catalog from Curiosity Inc. You won't find better people anywhere.
@@mustwereallydothis Yes, I'm one of those who realized the importance of staying home & that it wasn't just about my safety, it affected the safety of my diabetic mother, my pregnant daughter, and my younger grandchildren. I'll definitely check their catalog of videos out. They seem like a very open & honest family, a rarity these days lol.
I know I am late seeing this, but I want to extent my sincere sympathy to you, Melissa, and to your whole family. I am truly sorry. God’s grace and peace to all of you.
This is so brave of you finding the time in your grief to warn and inform people... Bless you so many hearts reaching out to you and your family. Sending you much love and strength xxxxx
I'm so sorry for your loss!💔Thank you for taking this time, during your pain, to let us know what you are going through. This virus is REAL, no doubt about it! God Bless you and your loved ones. Rest in Peace Dave. 💙🙏💖🙏
I found your channel through “The Potter’s House” series. And I’ve enjoyed following you guys ever since. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your story. Sending you lots of love from Newfoundland. ❤️
Sending you both lots of love. Tough times. Thank you for sharing such an important message. Ten months later, now with variants, the reminder matters even more. Be safe and take care of yourselves. XO
You are so brave, especially you Melissa, for doing this. We haven't been hearing from the families of those who have succumbed to this horrid virus, to understand the full fallout of it on those left behind. All the information you are giving is very relevant and helpful. Thank you. Stay safe. Stay well. Love to you all in your time of grief. Dave will be missed.
Remember the good times you shared with Dave, he enriched your lives and you enriched his. 'Do not carry any burden of guilt forward with you into the future as none of us know what circumstances any of us will find ourselves in at the time of death'. These were the words of my mother a few months before she died in 2004. She lived in one country, I in another and money was tight. She told me to remember her words and now I pass them on to you. My love to you all. Keep safe. Dallas Mäkelä in Stockholm ❤️
I know that there are no words to say to make easier. I lost my daughter. I’m going to tell you the one thing that no one will tell you no one else will. It’s ok to CRY, it’s ok to NOT be OK!!! You NEVER APOLOGIZE for feeling what you feel. Thank Y’all For Sharing This. I’m send y’all love and blessings.
I am viewing this a year later because I just found your channel. I want to tell you both how incredibly brave and thoughtful you are to do a video during this time of tremendous loss. My heart goes out to you both. Melissa my heart was breaking watching you in this video. Who would have thought we would still be dealing with this virus. I can't believe people are not running to get vaccinated; let alone the ones not wearing mask. God bless you and your children while you are working through your loss. My Daddy has been gone since 2004 and there are times I still miss him more than I can say. God bless you and your family.
I could always tell that Dave was such a wonderful man. I am in tears at his loss and your pain. Then you show so much caring and concern for the rest of us! You are both amazingly wonderful people. I thank you for the new information. I will start calling my father everyday.
Oh Melissa sitting here balling my eyes out, hate to see you so upset. I'm going to ring my parents now. Please don't blame yourselves, Dave would not want that. Love and hugs from Australia xx
This so made me cry, I'm so sad to hear of your loss and to hear what you've been through. Please please don't dwell on the what ifs, sending you so much love and hugs x
I'm watching this on Christmas evening 2020. Thank you for sharing your story. I know it must have been difficult to talk about your experience in losing Dave, but I'm certain that this video has saved lives. It's important to hear real world accounts of what this virus is capable of doing to people who are infected by it. I'm so, so sorry for your loss. Stay safe and stay healthy.
The biggest lesson I learned when I had cancer, was to ask for and to receive help graciously. Second, as long as you can glean something positive from an experience, it's not a total loss. Third, be kind today, because tomorrow is not promised. You guys epitomize all those things. I wish I could give you both a hug right now! ❤😥❤
My 88 yr old mom (in nyc)w heart failure, diAbetes and hypertension also started w a cough and it progressed and was hospitalized ....her oxygen saturation was also high 90s... she tested positive for Coronavirus but by the grace of god , she came home and is recovering yet my childhood friend died at home from Coronavirus and he was 58..im so sorry about your father .. it’s heartbreaking that it turned critical so quickly for your dad and my friend ... god bless you
I lost my dad December 19th in 2020. Cancer. He passed away during a nap in his own bed at home. I also was the person who found him. We thought maybe he had more time...maybe a year perhaps. My heart goes out to you and your family. I’m still in shock and trying to pick up the pieces of my broken heart. My mom passed away about 8 years ago. Not an easy time, especially so close to Christmas. I still have his unopened gifts on the bed he died in. God Bless. Be strong, and hopefully time does indeed heal all wounds. I love your show by the way. Love from Minnesota. Will Henkels
Will.... I am sooo sorry for your loss....it seems death is the hardest thing to work through.... Hubby gone 8 yrs ago...dad 5 years ago and mom last year on my bday....😥😫 Life is awful, hurtful and downright unfair sometimes, but, I know a man who is THE GREAT COMFIRTER and without HIS presence in my life, i would not make it daily... Look to HIM/your CREATOR, Will, HE'S there for you too....🤗
SUCH an important point you've made, that the lowered oxygen can cause unusual behaviour and verbal responses.... I have not heard this symptom mentioned by anyone else, anywhere! Thank you for being so transparent in such a wretchedly difficult time...
Im so very very very sorry for your loss. My mom had chronic lung disease. In her last year of her life we could tell when her oxygen level would drop. She would talk nonsense. After abt the 3rd time, we would know to get her to hospital asap. The media needs to communicate this as well. God bless you all. A big hug from PA.
I went into respiratory failure Feb '19 from flu/pneumonia combo. I have Pulmonary Artery Hypertension. I developed Hypoxia. I knew something was wrong with my cognitive processes. I could not retrieve appropriate words, very forgetful and had some confusion. I thought I was experiencing early onset of Alzheimer's as my Gram had it. I had terrible headaches and my ears rang so loud it was maddening. I had no idea I was near dying until the ER doc asked me what measures I wanted him to take to save my life. I was asked the like in 2010 when I had bilateral pulmonary embolism. This is scary for me. I have been having a hard time breathing ears are ringing and my head is pounding. I dont think I will survive if im infected. After my flu hospitalization last Feb I was diagnosed with anal cancer. My body isn't strong enough for another hard hit with illness. I was advised by my doc a week ago to get to the ER. I haven't gone. I'm afraid I will not come home. IIm feeling I should let it take its course and whatever will be will be. I'm sorry for your loss. Losing your dad is hard. I lost mine 16 years ago. Take care of yourselves.
Jennifer Pennell umm you should definitely go. If you don’t it won’t matter what you want Bc you’ll die either way. If you go, at least you have an actual shot of recovering. That’s just wild to think that way. Clearly you’re not thinking clearly again, hun. Not to be condescending or patronizing towards you.... I’m being dead serious right now.
Oh darling you're so brave, I know I'm a bit late in writing this but I'm afraid I'm only watching this for the first time today. All I can say is that I hope you can draw on the love and wonderful memories you have of your Dad and know that you will always share them with him in your heart. With love and respect Sindy x
Hi sindy I’m new to this channel,only watched it today .your right you never know when your going to be ill,let alone pass away ,you should live everyday as though it’s your last ,tell loved ones you love them ,much lv Ann uk
I'm so sorry for your whole family's loss. Melissa, my heart aches for you so. Please try not to 2nd guess & 'what if' yourself; you did the best you could in checking on your dad with the knowledge & information that you had at the time
You both are so strong and wise beyond your years. Look at the maturity you've both displayed. Thank you for the video as its driven it home for me and I'm sure there are many who will say the same. May God watch over and bless you both and your family with health and comfort at this difficult time. Big hug to you both and especially to you Melissa. Just look at you for reaching out and sounding the alarm rather than just looking after your affairs. You both are head and shoulders above the rest. Thank you for your kindness and consideration. I'm a welder too so I liked Dave.
I'm sorry, I'm a longtime fan of your show but this doesn't add up for me. I survived a deadly infection in 2005-it was publicized too, so I'm not coming at this from 'fear' or any other forms of malice. However...not a tear, no swollen eyes or faces, and your body language is not indicative of anyone who just lost someone so close. Thats some real fake crying too Melissa-wow, liquid eyeliner to boot. Going live feed means making money. This whole video is about 'carona' it's not about Dave's life, or an honorarium to Dave. If your father has a cold or a flu, why come online "after" he's dead from carona to preach, meanwhile no one was checking up on the guy knowing carona is out there? You all are so busy working the public for money over it now. SMH
Rainbow Lightning Woman This is your opinion; and maybe you are right but maybe you are wrong. If you are wrong, you are kicking at a woman who just lost her father. I am going to assume that they really did come on here to give people insight on warning signs we should look out for if a loved one gets Covid. I listened and feel I received helpful information. And I don’t know these RUclipsrs from Adam, so don’t have a bias there.
Rainbow Lightning Woman You know everyone grieves differently right???? Some people also aren’t big cryers but can be very emotional internally. You don’t know what they are going through, and that was a very ignorant and disrespectful comment.
I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s so difficult. Your father sounds like a brave amazing man. Your grief has turned into a wealth of information for everyone. Thank you so much. I’m a nurse in a hospital and seeing this video has really touched me. I love what you said about groceries. Many of us at the hospital do the same. Again so sorry for your loss but you two are amazing. He passed that on to you. 😢
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I just started watching this channel and it's really helped me during our isolation. Thank you for being so honest and sharing this.
I can't imagine the grief you must be feeling right now, to lose your Dad under these circumstances. Thanks for your bravery in this situation. I feel fortunate to be living in Australia where the impact is so much lower than in the States, but the situation is still very fragile and tenuous. I am 68 and scared for myself and brother and sister in law who are of a similar age, and I also have a disabled son with asthma. We are ALL vulnerable and we ALL need to be as careful as possible and when we start to get bored and stir crazy, try to be level headed and give ourselves a good talking to about what we might be risking by being flippant and casual in our behaviour. Stay safe everyone and listen to health advice. Love to all. 💗
Missed this live but just watched this with watered eyes. Even though I don't watch all of your videos, being honest, you have my up most respect for you and have come to love you as fellow human beings. You have been a wonderful diversion on days that I have needed it. The one good thing about all this is you have videos to go back and spend Dave memory time with. Big hugs to both.
James Curtis that’s wonderful James. The Archbolds, always caring and in the midst of their grief might have helped you save your own life. God bless you and don’t go back till you are sure you are ok. 💖💖💖💖💖💖
James glad to hear it! My daughter works there too and her doctor put her on a 2 week quarantine! He's very mad that people don't take this corona virus serious! He said that everyone needs to stop working and going out and if everyone did that the damage wouldn't be nearly as severe and I completely agree with him!
Very smart, think of how many people you are being exposed to. I am still going to work it's considered essential. But in the back of my mind I am very concerned. Although I am keeping my distance. But after hearing this story I would stay home if I were you. Please do.......I may myself...,..
I understand that Hardware stores need to be open to emergencies, what gets me is the contractors that are still working doing renos, new builds and non-emergency work. I own a construction company and we closed down rather than risk our selves and others for work that can wait. Yes I realize it is an inconvenience for the customer and I probably will lose my company, but not mine or some else lives.
I’m new to your sight and this is most heartbreaking .Prayers for you and your family. Stay safe hold tight to your loved ones. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for your honesty.
Bless your hearts, Dave's passing saddened me to my core. I thoroughly enjoyed the episodes with him in it and his witty comments. Alex, I especially enjoyed how well you two got along, and it was very clear and obvious that he thought the world of you and was happy that his 'little Girl' married you. (Sorry Melissa, you'll always be his little girl in his eyes and in your own heart). But it's rare to see a Girls Daddy, being so completely chummy with her Husband and it was delightful to see. Watching him and Alex joke and play around antique hunting or cleaning Mary's house and laughing made my heart smile. I thought many times while watching you two going back and forth, that this is how it is supposed to be, a Father-in- law having mutual respect and admiration... So that's why, I guess as a viewer, it hit me hard. Seeing how much Dave loved you Alex, always brought a smile to my heart. Melissa, Hun I don't know what to say. I lost my Dad in 2007 and he was my best Friend. He told people that I was his Hero, but in reality he was mine. The void and pain of losing your Daddy is hard and real and no words can dilute that feeling of loss, or lessen the pain. But know that your Daddy adored you, it was obvious when he looked at you, and he was very proud of the Wife, Mother, Teacher and the person that you've become. He did good bringing you up to be the strong and considerate Woman that you are today. As always, you guys are in my thoughts and prayers, even more so now. Stay safe and take care and know someone in Texas cares about you.
@Patriot Acres in Texas . Thank you for putting so truthfully and eloquently the thoughts I have for this family and their extended brood of wonderful people. Wishing that you and your family pulls together throughout this trial we are all under. Your Alabama neighbor.
My heart breaks for you all:( It is good to talk about it. It is so human to gather and grieve. Thank goodness at least your immediate family can be together. Your anger is a step in grieving. So be angry.
I felt the need to correspond, in memory of Dave, your father, my Frontline compadre, (from home depot's otherwise competitor) After listening, I felt obligated to request a leave of absence the corporation wasn't adhering 100% keeping customers nor employees safe, difference in not wearing proper attire masks, gloves, or suggestive amount of customers in store at a time, this made me feel unsafe. Sorry for the long post, just felt the need. Again, my condolences for Dave. In time, may we all be healed. Peace friend 🙏
It's complete poop that this far along, companies and stores still aren't taking proven safety precautions they should be. I hope things get better for you.
Melissa and Alex💜 This video came up as a recommendation. Keep strong! I know it's been nearly 2 yrs now but the pain will always be there. I remember watching this video when it came out and mourned with you. The PTSD for all of us after this over will last for years. Love you both💜I'm excited to see your new house build😊
My heart hurts for you, I am in one of those "essential" jobs as a worker in a pharmacy. We are wearing masks, gloves and have plexiglass barriers between us and the customer at the registers. And I'm scared, but I go to work every day because I do think what we do and sell is essential, but I really want to tell people to STAY HOME!!! If you do have to go to the grocery or the pharmacy don't come in a group. Don't bring the kids. Don't come in just to buy something non-essential. Get the essentials and go. Wear your masks and gloves.
Also it is totally okay to take time off. Don’t feel like you have to make more content. You can give yourself some time to grieve and that’s absolutely necessary too. ❤️
Coming near two years without Dave, my heart goes out to you, because of your loss. You moved forward with your lives. Your family is blessed. Dave is still with you.
To: Tracilyn and Una, Grace, peace, love, health and all blessings on you and your families. I can only imagine how heart rending your work must be. My brother is an EMT and my DDiL is a nurse. I do know the pain of being alone and without family although all my kids are adults with their own lives now and it is a normal thing. My SO had to leave in January he is 1200 miles away helping to care for his mother and they are all in quarantine together. This has been difficult for all of us, but more so for medical personnel than any other profession I believe. I know that not everyone is a believer or of the same faith, and that is good, we have freedom to choose. But I am lifting all of you and your families before my God in prayer, that even if He does not intervene, He doesn’t mostly, (He has given us each other so that we should care for each other), that He might provide you with measures of strength and courage and peace enough to endure each and every day. If you have a particular charity in your area, please post it for me. We are not all thoughts and prayers. Physical disability keeps me from being the hands and feet of Jesus, but I can give.
Thank you Tracilyn for your devotion to helping others. This virus is a tragic thing and with every tragedy heroes in every walk of life emerge. And that applies doubly so for medical people. You are a hero and your sacrifices each day are very much appreciated. Hang in there we need you.
You deserve everything good. Whatever work you do at the hospital, thank you for doing it. You are worth gold, as we say in my country, and I really hope you are ok.
Please don’t second guess yourself, we are learning new things everyday about the virus. No one knows anything for sure. Everyone loved Dave and love you guys and are hurting for your family. Prayers 🙏🏻
I'm so sorry Melissa and Alex, this is so heartbreaking. You're so right to get this message out to people about being serious regarding protecting ourselves and others. I hope you all stay well. Love and condolences to you both and your family. RIP Dave xxx
Finally got to the end of your post. Thank you for bearing your souls over your loss. In Dave's name, you have helped many understand better what this virus can do, not only to the ill person, but to the whole family and a bevy of friends left behind. Thank you.
Whenever a parent passes away, we always wish we had done more for them. It’s a natural feeling. Don’t knock yourselves down. Give yourselves time to grieve. It’s a long process & you will always miss him. Our love & our thoughts are with you all & our hearts go out to you. Your words are good advice & a statutory warning for all. I hope you don’t mind, but I’ve shared this video for others to see. It might just save another’s life.
Violette Newman yes, thankfully on my dads death bed, I said I'm sorry for everything please forgive me n he nodded yes. That has helped me cause I was the asshole daughter too busy w friends and life.
mascara1888 It wasn’t just China, the WHO is notorious for lying and covering up outbreaks of other illnesses or diseases going around in other countries! But yes! China is just as guilty!
Ive just started following you guyz. I got to see Dave on a few episodes and was saddened when I heard your story about his passing. Sending prayers to your families. Thank you for sharing ur story!
Dave must have been a wonderful man because he has such a loving daughter! You both are so kind and generous in this tragic loss of your father, Dave. Your warnings and explanations of this dangerous virus are helpful and I hope more people will take this seriously. Many people here in the central valley of California are taking it seriously but as you noted there are those who are not. They put us all in peril. Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear father.
So sorry for your loss Melissa and Alex. My heart goes out to you. Your message to reach out to others is so important at this time. My daughter is a covid 19 nurse working 12hr days, so I totally I want to let people know that this is not just a flu. It is so much more contagious and deadly. Stay safe everyone!!
I definitely want to let you know my family’s hearts are with you...My dad died of complications with health conditions just this past March 19th. Mr Dave was such a spark of joy in your videos and I know this aches right now... but just like my dad who just passed and my mom that passed in 2012, they never really leave us; they are always in our hearts and in the family around us... keeping you all in prayers!
Just started watching your RUclips videos, your transparency in sharing your loss and pain to help save others from suffering the same fate is remarkable. Seeing Dave in the first Potters house videos, how supportive, helpful, and easy going. Hopefully viewers take notice and heed the warning. So sorry for your loss, God bless you for being strong, to look out for the welfare of others. Shalom.
If you’re sick...when you sleep, please sleep at a 45° angle or higher. Pneumonia only worsens when lying flat or with a pillow. I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad. Hugs
Or on your stomach because it increases your lung capacity. They are even treating people on ventilators this way and it is helping. Do a search for more info.♥️
Better yet. Try to walk around as much as possible, practice deep breathing exercises. Keep the lungs working. If you stay in bed from aches and fever and lay in bed, lungs aren't inflating as much as they should be.
" Grief is the last act of love we have to give to those we loved ... Where there is deep grief, there was great love." ... 💓 .... Sending love, hugs & prayers to you all, from Oklahoma . ❤🤗🙏
Looking back from 2023 it’s scary to remember the craziness of this time period. We were all so scared. In my family we stayed in the house seemingly forever, using delivery service for virtually every purchase. Fortunately my family was not personally touched by this plague, I send my deepest sympathies to you and yours over your tremendous loss. I always enjoyed Dave in the shows and will miss his presence, as this loss is so current to me here in 2023. How odd our lives have become through the miracle of social media isn’t it? *** Edit to change wording **^
Guys... I LOVE YOU. I’m SO SORRY to hear about Dave’s passing and heartbroken for you and your kids. Don’t bother with any negative BS in these comments, if you get any. With any luck your post here will help someone get help for themselves or loved ones in time to make a difference in their lives. You folks are wonderful people, your content is interesting, informative, entertaining, and enlightening, and we are feeling for you all right now. Pleas be well, and love each other in the process. God bless you
Dear Melissa, Alex, and children: I finished watching the Potter House videos today. I think the moments of Dave helping with the Potter House are wonderful moments of Dave with you. As a former Home Depot employee myself, I thinkl Dave was probably wonderful with his fellow employees and customers too. He was a delight to me as well because he is so like my older brother in personality and his helping hands during the Potter House adventure. I am so sorry for your loss and yet grateful you have these videos of quality time with a kind and caring loved one. Sincerely!
Dave is the first person I "know" who has passed away from this. Your story has made me realize I need to take it much more seriously. Thanks for your transparency and courage in sharing this. Your dad was one of my favorites. So sorry for your loss!
Same. I've been taking it seriously, but there are definitely ways I can up my diligence. But knowing the name and face of someone and having watched videos with Dave many times before this definitely really makes it REAL in a more significant way.
My husband and I argued over a week with my parents and siblings to take it seriously. It took a lot of convincing! We sent them gloves and masks. Finally they seem like they did take it seriously but they are in the middle of a city and have to go out periodically, so we do worry about them. But they are doing the best they can.
I’m believing that your father most definitely was on the lead end of this virus and his life very well saved others. I hope you have seen some peaceful days and quiet evenings remembering him. Thank you for sharing this.
I just Happened Upon Your Post...Omigosh-This is an Extremely Sad Thing...I don't Know U at All, but just let me Say, I'm So Sorry. Plus I learned a Few Things in the Process-So Thank-U, and God Speed.
I am so sorry. From the time that he helped with the Potter's House, among a number of other projects, I could see that he was a special father, grandfather, and friend to all. He left a wonderful legacy. God bless and comfort you.
Somehow I missed this last year and it was on the suggestion feed this morning. I'm sooo sorry for your lost and your bravery to share your story and concerns for others is admirable. You guys are incredible people. Love and hugs
Oh my God. I'm sitting here crying. May he RIP. My condolences to you both and your family. 😭🙁🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤My grandaughters dad is in the hospital with that and he has cancer too. God help us.
@@lovleetreasures thank you so much. Thank goodness they are taking good care of him and he followed all the health rules and he still caught it. Take care and God Bless .
Alex - even if you do test positive - remember you could have gotten it from Dave. So please don't feel survivors guilt. My heart breaks for your family.
Thinking of you all. Remember your dad knew he was loved. That made his life worth. That's the bottom line, not what you have. It's the love you give and receive.
@billyfromtheusa scissors work rather well for cutting nails, as does a paring knife. I've done both. Some of the makeup that you don't understand, helps to keep painful acne to a minimum. Some of them are working daily and a professional look is required because there is an inequality in treatment of women who don't look "put together". PS--I am not wearing makeup, I rarely wear make up, but I also am aware that what is essential for one may be luxury for another. I find alcohol and tobacco to be non-essential, but am not busy shaming those who find it a necessity.
@billyfromtheusa I don't wear makeup. I don't smoke. I don't drink. AND somehow I manage to not condemn people either. Not my job. It's God's if there's any to be handed out.
Thank you guys so much for talking about this to us because you're the first people that I've actually heard in detail about symptoms and signs and going through it and I know it's taking a lot for her to be able to talk to us like she is and thank you so much and I'm going to pray for you guys and your family I love watching your shows God watch over again
What a great testament to your dad that he raised an amazing person like you Melissa 🐝You are his legacy, Alex and ur family emit such love. You keep all the love alive Dave shared with you, because Love never dies. Alex I know you had a special relationship with Dave, don’t worry that you didn’t let people know how special Dave was. You told us and showed us, we heard you and we saw for ourselves what a great generous man. The if only ‘s .....I would have done this...or that...I spent years going over and over in my mind “what ifing,” I was not able to heal until I stopped myself. Alex you will never know if you test positive it was you. Be kind to yourselves. I am a clinical therapist, and I tell people there is no correct way to grieve. Art helped me express what I could not do with words. Love and peace to your family. 😇😇😇😇😇😇😇 Ps your maturity and honesty are good for my soul. I thank you. Melissa 🐝from Ohio.
Whoever disliked this video should be ashamed of themselves. You have a daughter pouring her heart out to the world about her father who passed and A husband who is afraid he may have given him the virus. Whoever even decided to give this video a thumbs down, shame on you! God bless you Alexander, Melissa and your entire family. Rest in paradise Dave. Another beautiful angel in heaven. 🙏
Mari_Belle021 - Some folks don’t understand how the thumbs up & down actually work according to RUclips. They’ll click the thumbs down icon when the video shows bad or sad news, like death, crime, etc. it doesn’t always mean they don’t like the video, just that the video makes them emotionally upset.
Jeanine D I guess I can understand that fact as well. It just seems a bit upsetting to see any dislikes on something so heartfelt but thank you for making me understanding the way some may think. Which I now can see why they would. 💜
anniek55112 Jeanine D I can see what you mean by that. I guess I saw it as a youtuber would and how a Like is a recognition of support. But I can see why the dislikes are there too. Thanks 💜
I am watching this nearly at the 1st year anniversary of my fathers passing. He was very ill and passed with covid, we were told. We had the same sadness of the not being there for him as once he was in hospital no one could go with him, not even my mum. He passed away and we waited three weeks for his funeral .. it was very tough. An Angel 👩⚕️ held his hand till his family heaven side came to collect him ❤
My daughter died last week in a car accident after leaving work...had the quarantine not been in place, she and her husband would have been on their planned vacation..Shannon-Rose is 24. The ripple effects of this pandemic is going to touch every family in some way. Please accept my condolence to your dad, and family. "If only"...my heart is broken..I understand your pain....
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Dave was a lovely, lovely man. Please don’t blame yourselves in any way. I know how thoughts can go to those places. You are very brave and he was so lucky to have such a loving family. We are all in this together and we will overcome this together (but from home for the time being) 🌍❤️
I am so very, very sorry about your dad. I can tell how much you love him and how bad you feel. My heart and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Don’t ever be sorry for crying over losing your father. I’m so sorry for your loss I can’t even imagine. Many prayers for you and your family
Rebecca Z, having had my Dad assassinated so that evil could have its way, can’t help but agree with you. Bunch of bots and crisis communication managers promoting these guys.
I worked with Dave at Home depot! He was loved by many!! His willing to help others was truly amazing!! His famous words was "Absolutely I can help"!! He was an amazing man and will truly be missed!!!
I'm so sorry for your loss!! God bless you all!!!
I can imagine what a joy it was to work with Dave and how much he'll be missed. Condolences to you and your team.
When my sister died, one of her friends went around and gathered funny, kind, bizarre stories about her and compiled it in a card. It was the best thing I received, new memories of my sister I didn't have. I still pull it out and cherish it today. Maybe when things are better home depot could do that.
@Kim kim .
Your post was so reaffirming for all the subscribers of this channel that has seen enough of Dave to share in the loss of his wonderful nature and willingness to lend a helping hand whenever and wherever needed.
Please tell your fellow co-workers that you have seen for yourself that so many people that never meant Dave share his loss as well! God bless you and take every care!!!
Sorry for your loss Kim Kim x
I love your RUclips shows, and watching Dave in and out, helping you guys out where ever he can!
I am devastated 😢 I am so deeply sorry for your loss,...
I was very close to my Father, he had a silly little hobby shop, he had wanted to retire on, In Seattle, WA.
"A Train House" From 1969 to 1992....
(Yes I love Trains!, dives me nut to see your wonderful New shop, with Trains stuff here and there!)
...But he past away in 1985 of cancer, it too happened so fast he had less then 4 days to live, when he was diagnosed...
He was my best friend, my partner, my Father, l had learn so much from him, your Father Dave reminded me of my late Father....
...I wish you all the Best as you grief during this hardship of nasty, horrible scary Virus ...
So unbelievable!!!!
I feel for you Melissa, so deeply 😢
Blessings to you and your family, only time will help you get through this 🙏 so very sad and unexpected loss...
Please be safe, well and stay Healthy
...you guys are Wonderful, Beautiful Human Beings...
I love watching your channel, and all that you guys do with your children, your shop, the community and your music!
Thank you for sharing,
Sincerely,
Betsy in Seattle
Xox🚂💜🚃 🚃🚃🚃xox
Never, ever apologize for emotions or tears. Your Dad was worthy of your tears. May the love and warmth that you have given to everyone come back and surround you and protect you.
I SOULFULY REFLECT THAT BACK AT YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES @LORRAINE Ruppert!!! TIME has never been RESPECTED, Since TIME BEGAN!!!! EVERYONE, Started the RAT RACE, WHO Could do this or that First? WHY???? NONE OF THAT CRAP MATTERS TO GOD, THE ALL MIGHTY!!! I am not doing all caps to make someone uncomfortable, Just to make them WOKE for the last time that I try! I am bone dry, I support the Husband because HE HAS to Be Out There In This Right Now!!! Prayers, Blessings, Love & Light!!!
Never apologize hun xo Im so sorry
>Never, ever apologize for emotions or tears.
Amen.
Blessings
I'm sorry this is so late (I've only just found this channel recently), but please accept my deep and sincere condolences for the loss of your Dad and father in law. Even to this day, a year or more later, it is still no joke. My Mom is 92 and I'm 59 and we still mask and wash our hands constantly. I must keep her safe in any way I can. So so sorry you lost your Dad so young. I hope the love of your family and your warm and loving memories give you some comfort. Do take care.
What a lovely comment. I hope you and your mum are doing ok. Here in the UK, the restrictions have been fully lifted, including wearing masks in most places! I think it’s ridiculous, but it had to happen at some point, but infections have been on the rise again. I still see some people wearing masks on public transport, but it’s now purely out of choice. I personally have asthma, and I still wear a mask if I come into contact with anyone, and wash my hands all the time, especially when I’ve collected the mail. I don’t care what people think of me, whether I’m being overly cautious, at least I’ll be alive. Good luck to you and your family, and stay safe. 🤗🇬🇧
It's crazy to me that over 400 people disliked this video when they are telling their truth about their family/their life. Thank you for sharing your life and I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad my condolences to your family.
Those people thumbs down are probably those responsible for spreading this because they don't want to take responsibility
@@user-cl6uj5bn2f some people put a thumbs down as a sad response maybe - the icons are not expressive enough.
I think that some people may click the thumbs down to show that they don’t like what has happened. I don’t think they mean to thumbs down the video. Maybe to them it just feels weird to “like” such a sad video.
The thumbs up or down are not supposed to mean you like or dislike the video itself. It's supposed to be your choice of what you like to see in your feed or not want to see. Please don't take it as a dislike to the people in the video.
Either one clicks as a record in their results. 😉❤️👍
Maybe they dislike the topic! There are many reasons so dont stress of things ya cant control ..... its all good 😊
Oh Melissa, don't apologise for crying. Our hearts and thoughts are with you and the family in this time ❤️
Melissa and Alex my heartfelt condolences. To your entire family ♥️
Yes, absolutely, no need for apologies 💔
I am very sorry about your loss. One day at a time after this .🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷
Sending long distance hugs.
Just to add I'm been a nurse for 46 years and was tempted to go back and help but I have COPD
As painful as it was to share, thank you from the bottom of my heart. We haven't heard nearly enough from families of those who have passed. So many people aren't taking this seriously.
I just discovered your channel a few weeks ago and have been "binge watching". You are so open and express yourselves so well. Just saw this episode and I am so sorry you had to go through this. MOST of your clips are so fun ~~ how very thoughtful of you to share your sad time with us. MUCH sympathy to you. I'll be a viewer forever. simply because of your characters (and your content is great too!).
We are the Curiosity Community. Sending love to you, caring for our family and friends. I'm so glad you can hug each other. We send a collective hug to you, and one to Dave. I send my heart.
Oh sweetheart, he’s your dad it’s quite ok to be upset. I don’t know you but, I’m very very sorry. I’m glad you made this video. Thank you. Stay in and stay well.
This is so strange, because of your RUclips channel, I feel like Dave was a part of my family. Such devastating news. I am so so sorry for your loss. Sending you my condolences and prayers and stay safe.
Thank you for doing this, it’s so important that people understand how very dangerous this is, you’re good people to fight through your grief to inform others, I’m so sorry you’re had to go through all the pain.
Thank you for saying what’s in my heart better than I ever could.
I’m crying for you Melissa and Alex. Don’t feel guilty. I’m so very sorry. I pray your test is negative Alex. Thank you for thinking of us during your sorrow. You two are very special. 💖🙏
My nieces husband is in hospital now. They have put him in a coma and on ventilator. He’s 41 and has 5 children. Praying everyday that he pulls through. Prayers to your family from the UK.
Dr. Shiva (Google/RUclips) says insist on IV drip of high vitamin C and that medicine that has been talked about on the news.
Zinc and quinine
Su Den prayers for your niece's husband
They are doctor's saying ventilators are not good
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Melissa, you Archbolds don’t feel like strangers to me either. I cannot hold back the tears for the shock and loss. Big Dave. His presence always meant “Help is here. It’s Dad” May you all be blessed with some measure of comfort from those of us sharing your grief. Phone hugs 🤗
I just discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago. Ironically, because I am quarantined with COVID. For two years I have isolated, working from home, ordering most of what I need online to avoid Storrs, and am fully vaccinated. I have taken all of the precautions because I have diabetes, high blood pressure, and asthma...and I still got it. It is bad!!!! There are no words. Every time I become short of breath I get scared and wonder if I will get to see my grandchildren grow up.
Melissa and Alex, I am so very sorry for your loss. Melissa, please do not blame yourself for not recognizing the danger signs. The paramedics even missed some of it. There are just too many unknowns with this insane virus.
Sending you love and light from Oregon.
Hi Shelli, I'm in NC but have lots of friends in the PNW. How are you doing?
I’ve been doing to same. I’m so tired of being in home.
@ Shelly Johnson- Well said, Shelly. I hope you get thru this!!!
im an "essential" worker.. a truck driver. and im in and out of the USA hot spots.. please.. both of you.. dont play the blame game, we all are doing all we can do. i haven't seen friends or family since early feb. and we are all at the whims of luck in this. hold each other close. and remember the best of times. my thoughts are with you.
C Friesen Thank you for all you are doing. It is appreciated so much!
thank You for what you are doing.
Thank you so much for risking all so that the rest of us can have food, meds, etc. I think of you all as soldiers now. God Bless You and Keep You Safe.
As a combat veteran I say thank you for your work my friend.
Thankyou for your service. And for your advice. May God bless you.
I know how hard it is to share something like this, especially when it involves a parent or family member. You are providing a great public service by sharing your story. We have self-quarantined here in the Philippines. May you find some comfort in the fact your are sharing your story that may save lives. Bless you and your family.
This video popped up in my recommended. I've never seen your content before this video.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Thank you for speaking out though you are obviously still in the early stages of grief & loss.
My heart truly goes out to you.
If you are one of us who is stuck at home with nothing to do I highly recommend you spend some quality time watching some of the back catalog from Curiosity Inc. You won't find better people anywhere.
This popped up in my recommended too. I'll check them out....
@@mustwereallydothis Yes, I'm one of those who realized the importance of staying home & that it wasn't just about my safety, it affected the safety of my diabetic mother, my pregnant daughter, and my younger grandchildren.
I'll definitely check their catalog of videos out. They seem like a very open & honest family, a rarity these days lol.
I know I am late seeing this, but I want to extent my sincere sympathy to you, Melissa, and to your whole family. I am truly sorry. God’s grace and peace to all of you.
Never apologize for honest tears. So sorry for your loss. Sobering that he was such a robust person.
This is so brave of you finding the time in your grief to warn and inform people... Bless you so many hearts reaching out to you and your family. Sending you much love and strength xxxxx
I'm so sorry for your loss!💔Thank you for taking this time, during your pain, to let us know what you are going through. This virus is REAL, no doubt about it! God Bless you and your loved ones. Rest in Peace Dave. 💙🙏💖🙏
Taborah Summers Cooper : well stated
I found your channel through “The Potter’s House” series. And I’ve enjoyed following you guys ever since. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your story. Sending you lots of love from Newfoundland. ❤️
Sending you both lots of love. Tough times. Thank you for sharing such an important message. Ten months later, now with variants, the reminder matters even more. Be safe and take care of yourselves. XO
You are so brave, especially you Melissa, for doing this. We haven't been hearing from the families of those who have succumbed to this horrid virus, to understand the full fallout of it on those left behind. All the information you are giving is very relevant and helpful. Thank you. Stay safe. Stay well. Love to you all in your time of grief. Dave will be missed.
Remember the good times you shared with Dave, he enriched your lives and you enriched his.
'Do not carry any burden of guilt forward with you into the future as none of us
know what circumstances any of us will find ourselves in at the time of death'. These were the words of my mother a few months before she died in 2004. She lived in one country, I in another and money was tight. She told me to remember her words and now I pass them on to you. My love to you all. Keep safe. Dallas Mäkelä in Stockholm ❤️
@@dallasmakela753 these words your Mother gave you are so wise. Thank you for sharing X
Never apologize for crying. Losing someone is one of the hardest things to go through.
I am SOooo very sorry for your lost. There are no words. My heart breaks for you!
I know that there are no words to say to make easier. I lost my daughter.
I’m going to tell you the one thing that no one will tell you no one else will. It’s ok to CRY, it’s ok to NOT be OK!!! You NEVER APOLOGIZE for feeling what you feel.
Thank Y’all For Sharing This. I’m send y’all love and blessings.
I am viewing this a year later because I just found your channel. I want to tell you both how incredibly brave and thoughtful you are to do a video during this time of tremendous loss. My heart goes out to you both. Melissa my heart was breaking watching you in this video. Who would have thought we would still be dealing with this virus. I can't believe people are not running to get vaccinated; let alone the ones not wearing mask.
God bless you and your children while you are working through your loss. My Daddy has been gone since 2004 and there are times I still miss him more than I can say. God bless you and your family.
I could always tell that Dave was such a wonderful man. I am in tears at his loss and your pain. Then you show so much caring and concern for the rest of us! You are both amazingly wonderful people. I thank you for the new information. I will start calling my father everyday.
Oh Melissa sitting here balling my eyes out, hate to see you so upset. I'm going to ring my parents now. Please don't blame yourselves, Dave would not want that. Love and hugs from Australia xx
This so made me cry, I'm so sad to hear of your loss and to hear what you've been through. Please please don't dwell on the what ifs, sending you so much love and hugs x
I’m so glad he passed in his sleep, peacefully I hope.
I'm watching this on Christmas evening 2020. Thank you for sharing your story. I know it must have been difficult to talk about your experience in losing Dave, but I'm certain that this video has saved lives. It's important to hear real world accounts of what this virus is capable of doing to people who are infected by it. I'm so, so sorry for your loss. Stay safe and stay healthy.
The biggest lesson I learned when I had cancer, was to ask for and to receive help graciously. Second, as long as you can glean something positive from an experience, it's not a total loss. Third, be kind today, because tomorrow is not promised. You guys epitomize all those things. I wish I could give you both a hug right now! ❤😥❤
My 88 yr old mom (in nyc)w heart failure, diAbetes and hypertension also started w a cough and it progressed and was hospitalized ....her oxygen saturation was also high 90s... she tested positive for Coronavirus but by the grace of god , she came home and is recovering yet my childhood friend died at home from Coronavirus and he was 58..im so sorry about your father .. it’s heartbreaking that it turned critical so quickly for your dad and my friend ... god bless you
mark patrick I’m glad your mom is ok and I’m so sorry for your friend , God Bless.
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I'm so sorry to have heard about Dave. He seemed like a happy man who enjoyed his life. Hugs to your family.
I lost my dad December 19th in 2020. Cancer. He passed away during a nap in his own bed at home. I also was the person who found him. We thought maybe he had more time...maybe a year perhaps. My heart goes out to you and your family. I’m still in shock and trying to pick up the pieces of my broken heart. My mom passed away about 8 years ago. Not an easy time, especially so close to Christmas. I still have his unopened gifts on the bed he died in. God Bless. Be strong, and hopefully time does indeed heal all wounds.
I love your show by the way.
Love from Minnesota.
Will Henkels
Will....
I am sooo sorry for your loss....it seems death is the hardest thing to work through....
Hubby gone 8 yrs ago...dad 5 years ago and mom last year on my bday....😥😫
Life is awful, hurtful and downright unfair sometimes, but, I know a man who is THE GREAT COMFIRTER and without HIS presence in my life, i would not make it daily...
Look to HIM/your CREATOR, Will, HE'S there for you too....🤗
@@dewuknowHIM thank you. I’m trying.
Y’all take a break from youtube for a bit and grieve if need be who cares what others think we will be here for you when you come back God bless you
Im so sorry for you Melissa. Take time. And please don’t blame yourself, but thank u for sharing and educating people with your experiences.
SUCH an important point you've made, that the lowered oxygen can cause unusual behaviour and verbal responses.... I have not heard this symptom mentioned by anyone else, anywhere! Thank you for being so transparent in such a wretchedly difficult time...
Im so very very very sorry for your loss. My mom had chronic lung disease. In her last year of her life we could tell when her oxygen level would drop. She would talk nonsense. After abt the 3rd time, we would know to get her to hospital asap. The media needs to communicate this as well. God bless you all. A big hug from PA.
I went into respiratory failure Feb '19 from flu/pneumonia combo. I have Pulmonary Artery Hypertension. I developed Hypoxia. I knew something was wrong with my cognitive processes. I could not retrieve appropriate words, very forgetful and had some confusion. I thought I was experiencing early onset of Alzheimer's as my Gram had it. I had terrible headaches and my ears rang so loud it was maddening. I had no idea I was near dying until the ER doc asked me what measures I wanted him to take to save my life. I was asked the like in 2010 when I had bilateral pulmonary embolism. This is scary for me. I have been having a hard time breathing ears are ringing and my head is pounding. I dont think I will survive if im infected.
After my flu hospitalization last Feb I was diagnosed with anal cancer. My body isn't strong enough for another hard hit with illness. I was advised by my doc a week ago to get to the ER. I haven't gone. I'm afraid I will not come home. IIm feeling I should let it take its course and whatever will be will be.
I'm sorry for your loss. Losing your dad is hard. I lost mine 16 years ago. Take care of yourselves.
My daughter had Covid, I thought she was just being difficult until she linked me the new studies.
Jennifer Pennell umm you should definitely go. If you don’t it won’t matter what you want Bc you’ll die either way. If you go, at least you have an actual shot of recovering. That’s just wild to think that way. Clearly you’re not thinking clearly again, hun. Not to be condescending or patronizing towards you.... I’m being dead serious right now.
Oh darling you're so brave, I know I'm a bit late in writing this but I'm afraid I'm only watching this for the first time today. All I can say is that I hope you can draw on the love and wonderful memories you have of your Dad and know that you will always share them with him in your heart.
With love and respect
Sindy x
Hi sindy I’m new to this channel,only watched it today .your right you never know when your going to be ill,let alone pass away ,you should live everyday as though it’s your last ,tell loved ones you love them ,much lv Ann uk
I'm so sorry for your whole family's loss. Melissa, my heart aches for you so. Please try not to 2nd guess & 'what if' yourself; you did the best you could in checking on your dad with the knowledge & information that you had at the time
You both are so strong and wise beyond your years. Look at the maturity you've both displayed. Thank you for the video as its driven it home for me and I'm sure there are many who will say the same. May God watch over and bless you both and your family with health and comfort at this difficult time. Big hug to you both and especially to you Melissa. Just look at you for reaching out and sounding the alarm rather than just looking after your affairs. You both are head and shoulders above the rest. Thank you for your kindness and consideration. I'm a welder too so I liked Dave.
I'm sorry, I'm a longtime fan of your show but this doesn't add up for me. I survived a deadly infection in 2005-it was publicized too, so I'm not coming at this from 'fear' or any other forms of malice. However...not a tear, no swollen eyes or faces, and your body language is not indicative of anyone who just lost someone so close. Thats some real fake crying too Melissa-wow, liquid eyeliner to boot. Going live feed means making money. This whole video is about 'carona' it's not about Dave's life, or an honorarium to Dave. If your father has a cold or a flu, why come online "after" he's dead from carona to preach, meanwhile no one was checking up on the guy knowing carona is out there? You all are so busy working the public for money over it now. SMH
Rainbow Lightning Woman This is your opinion; and maybe you are right but maybe you are wrong. If you are wrong, you are kicking at a woman who just lost her father. I am going to assume that they really did come on here to give people insight on warning signs we should look out for if a loved one gets Covid. I listened and feel I received helpful information. And I don’t know these RUclipsrs from Adam, so don’t have a bias there.
Rainbow Lightning Woman You know everyone grieves differently right???? Some people also aren’t big cryers but can be very emotional internally. You don’t know what they are going through, and that was a very ignorant and disrespectful comment.
I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s so difficult. Your father sounds like a brave amazing man. Your grief has turned into a wealth of information for everyone. Thank you so much. I’m a nurse in a hospital and seeing this video has really touched me. I love what you said about groceries. Many of us at the hospital do the same. Again so sorry for your loss but you two are amazing. He passed that on to you. 😢
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I just started watching this channel and it's really helped me during our isolation. Thank you for being so honest and sharing this.
I can't imagine the grief you must be feeling right now, to lose your Dad under these circumstances. Thanks for your bravery in this situation. I feel fortunate to be living in Australia where the impact is so much lower than in the States, but the situation is still very fragile and tenuous. I am 68 and scared for myself and brother and sister in law who are of a similar age, and I also have a disabled son with asthma. We are ALL vulnerable and we ALL need to be as careful as possible and when we start to get bored and stir crazy, try to be level headed and give ourselves a good talking to about what we might be risking by being flippant and casual in our behaviour. Stay safe everyone and listen to health advice. Love to all. 💗
Sorry for your loss. This is a dangerous virus. Thanks for trying to educate us.
I hope you are all safe. I am praying for your family.
Please keep in touch with us.
I will pray for you and your family ❤
@@malindabailey8778 Thank you.
Missed this live but just watched this with watered eyes. Even though I don't watch all of your videos, being honest, you have my up most respect for you and have come to love you as fellow human beings. You have been a wonderful diversion on days that I have needed it. The one good thing about all this is you have videos to go back and spend Dave memory time with. Big hugs to both.
I've worked for Home Depot for 17 years. You have convinced me to take my 2 week quarantine starting today.
James Curtis that’s wonderful James. The Archbolds, always caring and in the midst of their grief might have helped you save your own life. God bless you and don’t go back till you are sure you are ok. 💖💖💖💖💖💖
James glad to hear it! My daughter works there too and her doctor put her on a 2 week quarantine! He's very mad that people don't take this corona virus serious! He said that everyone needs to stop working and going out and if everyone did that the damage wouldn't be nearly as severe and I completely agree with him!
Very smart, think of how many people you are being exposed to. I am still going to work it's considered essential. But in the back of my mind I am very concerned. Although I am keeping my distance.
But after hearing this story I would stay home if I were you. Please do.......I may myself...,..
Good time to do so 💕
I understand that Hardware stores need to be open to emergencies, what gets me is the contractors that are still working doing renos, new builds and non-emergency work. I own a construction company and we closed down rather than risk our selves and others for work that can wait. Yes I realize it is an inconvenience for the customer and I probably will lose my company, but not mine or some else lives.
I’m new to your sight and this is most heartbreaking .Prayers for you and your family. Stay safe hold tight to your loved ones. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for your honesty.
Bless your hearts, Dave's passing saddened me to my core. I thoroughly enjoyed the episodes with him in it and his witty comments. Alex, I especially enjoyed how well you two got along, and it was very clear and obvious that he thought the world of you and was happy that his 'little Girl' married you. (Sorry Melissa, you'll always be his little girl in his eyes and in your own heart).
But it's rare to see a Girls Daddy, being so completely chummy with her Husband and it was delightful to see. Watching him and Alex joke and play around antique hunting or cleaning Mary's house and laughing made my heart smile. I thought many times while watching you two going back and forth, that this is how it is supposed to be, a Father-in- law having mutual respect and admiration...
So that's why, I guess as a viewer, it hit me hard. Seeing how much Dave loved you Alex, always brought a smile to my heart.
Melissa, Hun I don't know what to say. I lost my Dad in 2007 and he was my best Friend. He told people that I was his Hero, but in reality he was mine. The void and pain of losing your Daddy is hard and real and no words can dilute that feeling of loss, or lessen the pain. But know that your Daddy adored you, it was obvious when he looked at you, and he was very proud of the Wife, Mother, Teacher and the person that you've become. He did good bringing you up to be the strong and considerate Woman that you are today.
As always, you guys are in my thoughts and prayers, even more so now.
Stay safe and take care and know someone in Texas cares about you.
I didn't know how to express how i felt about this but your post summed it up. My condolences to Melissa, Alex, the families....
@Patriot Acres in Texas .
Thank you for putting so truthfully and eloquently the thoughts I have for this family and their extended brood of wonderful people.
Wishing that you and your family pulls together throughout this trial we are all under. Your Alabama neighbor.
Beautifully said. Thank you.
My heart breaks for you all:( It is good to talk about it. It is so human to gather and grieve. Thank goodness at least your immediate family can be together. Your anger is a step in grieving. So be angry.
I felt the need to correspond, in memory of Dave, your father, my Frontline compadre, (from home depot's otherwise competitor) After listening, I felt obligated to request a leave of absence the corporation wasn't adhering 100% keeping customers nor employees safe, difference in not wearing proper attire masks, gloves, or suggestive amount of customers in store at a time, this made me feel unsafe. Sorry for the long post, just felt the need. Again, my condolences for Dave. In time, may we all be healed. Peace friend 🙏
It's complete poop that this far along, companies and stores still aren't taking proven safety precautions they should be. I hope things get better for you.
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Melissa and Alex💜 This video came up as a recommendation. Keep strong! I know it's been nearly 2 yrs now but the pain will always be there. I remember watching this video when it came out and mourned with you. The PTSD for all of us after this over will last for years. Love you both💜I'm excited to see your new house build😊
So many condolences to you, Melissa, Alex, and family - sending you tons of Cwtches from Wales {{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}}
My heart hurts for you, I am in one of those "essential" jobs as a worker in a pharmacy. We are wearing masks, gloves and have plexiglass barriers between us and the customer at the registers. And I'm scared, but I go to work every day because I do think what we do and sell is essential, but I really want to tell people to STAY HOME!!! If you do have to go to the grocery or the pharmacy don't come in a group. Don't bring the kids. Don't come in just to buy something non-essential. Get the essentials and go. Wear your masks and gloves.
Draw Tangles with Dawn Thank you for doing what you’re doing. And yes, everyone needs to stay home now as much as possible.
Not everyone has someone to leave their children with. I guess we can tie them up in the basement for people that assume though.👀
I have conditions that rely on the pharmacy so thank you. You are appreciated!
Stores like this should have someone at the door asking, “is what you’re wanting to buy, essential?” And if not, then deny them entry.
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Also it is totally okay to take time off. Don’t feel like you have to make more content. You can give yourself some time to grieve and that’s absolutely necessary too. ❤️
The best reply I have read yet!
Amen.
He said he wants to. He said it will keep his mind occupied.
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Coming near two years without Dave, my heart goes out to you, because of your loss. You moved forward with your lives. Your family is blessed. Dave is still with you.
I work in hospitals. So I stay quarantined and I'm alone. I can't see my family because I'm afraid I'll spread the virus.
To: Tracilyn and Una, Grace, peace, love, health and all blessings on you and your families. I can only imagine how heart rending your work must be. My brother is an EMT and my DDiL is a nurse. I do know the pain of being alone and without family although all my kids are adults with their own lives now and it is a normal thing. My SO had to leave in January he is 1200 miles away helping to care for his mother and they are all in quarantine together. This has been difficult for all of us, but more so for medical personnel than any other profession I believe. I know that not everyone is a believer or of the same faith, and that is good, we have freedom to choose. But I am lifting all of you and your families before my God in prayer, that even if He does not intervene, He doesn’t mostly, (He has given us each other so that we should care for each other), that He might provide you with measures of strength and courage and peace enough to endure each and every day. If you have a particular charity in your area, please post it for me. We are not all thoughts and prayers. Physical disability keeps me from being the hands and feet of Jesus, but I can give.
Thank you Tracilyn for your devotion to helping others. This virus is a tragic thing and with every tragedy heroes in every walk of life emerge. And that applies doubly so for medical people. You are a hero and your sacrifices each day are very much appreciated. Hang in there we need you.
God bless you for being in the trenches day in and day out
You deserve everything good. Whatever work you do at the hospital, thank you for doing it. You are worth gold, as we say in my country, and I really hope you are ok.
Tracilyn sorry to hear your alone ,working for us ,bless you keep safe much love Ann uk x
Please don’t second guess yourself, we are learning new things everyday about the virus. No one knows anything for sure. Everyone loved Dave and love you guys and are hurting for your family. Prayers 🙏🏻
I'm so sorry Melissa and Alex, this is so heartbreaking. You're so right to get this message out to people about being serious regarding protecting ourselves and others. I hope you all stay well. Love and condolences to you both and your family. RIP Dave xxx
Finally got to the end of your post. Thank you for bearing your souls over your loss. In Dave's name, you have helped many understand better what this virus can do, not only to the ill person, but to the whole family and a bevy of friends left behind. Thank you.
Whenever a parent passes away, we always wish we had done more for them. It’s a natural feeling. Don’t knock yourselves down. Give yourselves time to grieve. It’s a long process & you will always miss him. Our love & our thoughts are with you all & our hearts go out to you.
Your words are good advice & a statutory warning for all. I hope you don’t mind, but I’ve shared this video for others to see. It might just save another’s life.
Violette Newman yes, thankfully on my dads death bed, I said I'm sorry for everything please forgive me n he nodded yes. That has helped me cause I was the asshole daughter too busy w friends and life.
@Violette Newman AMEN! I couldn't put it in more truthful words!
I'm late seeing this, but I'm so sorry for your loss.
Losing a parent is a special type of hurt, and especially when it could have been prevented if we had a better system in place.
China shouldn't have lied to the whole world about the virus!! My family lost 2 people! China needs to be charged with crimes against humanity.
mascara1888 It wasn’t just China, the WHO is notorious for lying and covering up outbreaks of other illnesses or diseases going around in other countries! But yes! China is just as guilty!
A better system? How was one to predict this? Do you want psychics in office?
@C Hoc he tried to close borders in February but was called a racist and now you blame him....
Angie we knew about this December 31st!! We knew this was coming to the US, UK and every other country. We had months in advance to prepare.
Ive just started following you guyz. I got to see Dave on a few episodes and was saddened when I heard your story about his passing. Sending prayers to your families. Thank you for sharing ur story!
Same. I just recently started watching. I'm so saddened to hear this. My deepest condolences
Dave must have been a wonderful man because he has such a loving daughter! You both are so kind and generous in this tragic loss of your father, Dave. Your warnings and explanations of this dangerous virus are helpful and I hope more people will take this seriously. Many people here in the central valley of California are taking it seriously but as you noted there are those who are not. They put us all in peril. Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear father.
So sorry for your loss Melissa and Alex. My heart goes out to you. Your message to reach out to others is so important at this time.
My daughter is a covid 19 nurse working 12hr days, so I totally I want to let people know that this is not just a flu. It is so much more contagious and deadly.
Stay safe everyone!!
I definitely want to let you know my family’s hearts are with you...My dad died of complications with health conditions just this past March 19th. Mr Dave was such a spark of joy in your videos and I know this aches right now... but just like my dad who just passed and my mom that passed in 2012, they never really leave us; they are always in our hearts and in the family around us... keeping you all in prayers!
My sincere condolences to you on your loss. I hope you are doing well. Sending love to you and your family.
Just started watching your RUclips videos, your transparency in sharing your loss and pain to help save others from suffering the same fate is remarkable. Seeing Dave in the first Potters house videos, how supportive, helpful, and easy going. Hopefully viewers take notice and heed the warning. So sorry for your loss, God bless you for being strong, to look out for the welfare of others. Shalom.
If you’re sick...when you sleep, please sleep at a 45° angle or higher. Pneumonia only worsens when lying flat or with a pillow.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad. Hugs
Or on your stomach because it increases your lung capacity. They are even treating people on ventilators this way and it is helping. Do a search for more info.♥️
Better yet. Try to walk around as much as possible, practice deep breathing exercises. Keep the lungs working. If you stay in bed from aches and fever and lay in bed, lungs aren't inflating as much as they should be.
Im sharing this with my mom, thank u
Rebecca Mæd yes
Or sleep on your stomach... Relieves weight on the lungs.
" Grief is the last act of love we have to give to those we loved ... Where there is deep grief, there was great love." ... 💓 .... Sending love, hugs & prayers to you all, from Oklahoma . ❤🤗🙏
Soonerfaniam1, That was lovely.⚘
Really True.
I really enjoyed Dave on the Potter's House series. My condolences to your family.
Me too as you see the special caring and relationship he has for his daughter/son-inlaw and family.
SO SO SORRY to Melissa, Alex and your family and friends. Thx for your compassion to spread the word about the fearful nature of this virus.
Looking back from 2023 it’s scary to remember the craziness of this time period. We were all so scared. In my family we stayed in the house seemingly forever, using delivery service for virtually every purchase. Fortunately my family was not personally touched by this plague, I send my deepest sympathies to you and yours over your tremendous loss. I always enjoyed Dave in the shows and will miss his presence, as this loss is so current to me here in 2023. How odd our lives have become through the miracle of social media isn’t it?
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Guys... I LOVE YOU. I’m SO SORRY to hear about Dave’s passing and heartbroken for you and your kids. Don’t bother with any negative BS in these comments, if you get any. With any luck your post here will help someone get help for themselves or loved ones in time to make a difference in their lives. You folks are wonderful people, your content is interesting, informative, entertaining, and enlightening, and we are feeling for you all right now. Pleas be well, and love each other in the process.
God bless you
You are loved by THOUSANDS of us who have become your extended family. May peace be with you.
Dear Melissa, Alex, and children: I finished watching the Potter House videos today. I think the moments of Dave helping with the Potter House are wonderful moments of Dave with you. As a former Home Depot employee myself, I thinkl Dave was probably wonderful with his fellow employees and customers too. He was a delight to me as well because he is so like my older brother in personality and his helping hands during the Potter House adventure. I am so sorry for your loss and yet grateful you have these videos of quality time with a kind and caring loved one.
Sincerely!
I lost my Mom to Covid in October 2020. My heart goes out to you both, I have felt your pain 😢
So sorry to hear about Dave. Remember first seeing him at the Potter’s house.
My condolences to your Family Alex and Melissa. It is so sad that your Dad passed away so suddenly 😢. Please know You are in My Prayers! 🙏😇💔😢
Dave is the first person I "know" who has passed away from this. Your story has made me realize I need to take it much more seriously. Thanks for your transparency and courage in sharing this. Your dad was one of my favorites. So sorry for your loss!
Same. I've been taking it seriously, but there are definitely ways I can up my diligence. But knowing the name and face of someone and having watched videos with Dave many times before this definitely really makes it REAL in a more significant way.
My husband and I argued over a week with my parents and siblings to take it seriously. It took a lot of convincing! We sent them gloves and masks. Finally they seem like they did take it seriously but they are in the middle of a city and have to go out periodically, so we do worry about them. But they are doing the best they can.
I’m believing that your father most definitely was on the lead end of this virus and his life very well saved others. I hope you have seen some peaceful days and quiet evenings remembering him. Thank you for sharing this.
I'm so sorry about your loss. My heart hurts for you
your grief has made us realize how dangerous this virus really is!my heartfelt hugs sent to all of you!
I just Happened Upon Your Post...Omigosh-This is an Extremely Sad Thing...I don't Know U at All, but just let me Say, I'm So Sorry.
Plus I learned a Few Things in the Process-So Thank-U, and God Speed.
I am so sorry. From the time that he helped with the Potter's House, among a number of other projects, I could see that he was a special father, grandfather, and friend to all. He left a wonderful legacy. God bless and comfort you.
Somehow I missed this last year and it was on the suggestion feed this morning. I'm sooo sorry for your lost and your bravery to share your story and concerns for others is admirable. You guys are incredible people. Love and hugs
Oh my God. I'm sitting here crying. May he RIP. My condolences to you both and your family. 😭🙁🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤My grandaughters dad is in the hospital with that and he has cancer too. God help us.
So sorry for your loss 😢
@@lovleetreasures thank you so much. Thank goodness they are taking good care of him and he followed all the health rules and he still caught it. Take care and God Bless .
Sitting with you quietly with a hurting heart.
Don’t apologise for crying. I’m very sorry for your loss.
My heart goes out to you all. I lost my mother and I know what you are going through.
So sorry. My condolences ; Many prayers to the whole family.
I'm honored that you took time to update us. Hugs to all.
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My deepest condolences. Thank you for sharing, it took courage. Much love, Dallas
The details they've shared may save someone's life.
@@dallasmakela753 Agreed.
Alex - even if you do test positive - remember you could have gotten it from Dave. So please don't feel survivors guilt. My heart breaks for your family.
Thinking of you all. Remember your dad knew he was loved. That made his life worth. That's the bottom line, not what you have. It's the love you give and receive.
@billyfromtheusa scissors work rather well for cutting nails, as does a paring knife. I've done both. Some of the makeup that you don't understand, helps to keep painful acne to a minimum. Some of them are working daily and a professional look is required because there is an inequality in treatment of women who don't look "put together". PS--I am not wearing makeup, I rarely wear make up, but I also am aware that what is essential for one may be luxury for another. I find alcohol and tobacco to be non-essential, but am not busy shaming those who find it a necessity.
What were you doing wandering around in the women's makeup department?
@billyfromtheusa I don't wear makeup. I don't smoke. I don't drink. AND somehow I manage to not condemn people either. Not my job. It's God's if there's any to be handed out.
@billyfromtheusa Well they might as well buy makeup since they are there. Walmart is a all stop shopping just like fredmeyer.
Thank you guys so much for talking about this to us because you're the first people that I've actually heard in detail about symptoms and signs and going through it and I know it's taking a lot for her to be able to talk to us like she is and thank you so much and I'm going to pray for you guys and your family I love watching your shows God watch over again
What a great testament to your dad that he raised an amazing person like you Melissa 🐝You are his legacy, Alex and ur family emit such love. You keep all the love alive Dave shared with you, because Love never dies. Alex I know you had a special relationship with Dave, don’t worry that you didn’t let people know how special Dave was. You told us and showed us, we heard you and we saw for ourselves what a great generous man. The if only ‘s .....I would have done this...or that...I spent years going over and over in my mind “what ifing,” I was not able to heal until I stopped myself.
Alex you will never know if you test positive it was you. Be kind to yourselves. I am a clinical therapist, and I tell people there is no correct way to grieve. Art helped me express what I could not do with words. Love and peace to your family. 😇😇😇😇😇😇😇
Ps your maturity and honesty are good for my soul. I thank you. Melissa 🐝from Ohio.
I'm so sorry to hear about Dave..he seemed like an amazing man.
Whoever disliked this video should be ashamed of themselves.
You have a daughter pouring her heart out to the world about her father who passed and A husband who is afraid he may have given him the virus. Whoever even decided to give this video a thumbs down, shame on you!
God bless you Alexander, Melissa and your entire family.
Rest in paradise Dave. Another beautiful angel in heaven. 🙏
Mari_Belle021 - Some folks don’t understand how the thumbs up & down actually work according to RUclips. They’ll click the thumbs down icon when the video shows bad or sad news, like death, crime, etc. it doesn’t always mean they don’t like the video, just that the video makes them emotionally upset.
Some people don't realize what a dislike hit to a video is and are disliking the fact that they lost their dad
Jeanine D I guess I can understand that fact as well. It just seems a bit upsetting to see any dislikes on something so heartfelt but thank you for making me understanding the way some may think. Which I now can see why they would. 💜
Shows how shallow some people really are. Well said.
anniek55112 Jeanine D I can see what you mean by that. I guess I saw it as a youtuber would and how a Like is a recognition of support. But I can see why the dislikes are there too. Thanks 💜
I am watching this nearly at the 1st year anniversary of my fathers passing. He was very ill and passed with covid, we were told.
We had the same sadness of the not being there for him as once he was in hospital no one could go with him, not even my mum.
He passed away and we waited three weeks for his funeral .. it was very tough.
An Angel 👩⚕️ held his hand till his family heaven side came to collect him ❤
My daughter died last week in a car accident after leaving work...had the quarantine not been in place, she and her husband would have been on their planned vacation..Shannon-Rose is 24. The ripple effects of this pandemic is going to touch every family in some way. Please accept my condolence to your dad, and family. "If only"...my heart is broken..I understand your pain....
Katie I am so very sorry.
So sorry Katie, our hearts go out to your family.
My heart is broken for you. I'm so sorry.
I am so very sorry, Katie. My heart breaks for you.
Katie, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. I just lost my good friend to suicide. :(
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Dave was a lovely, lovely man. Please don’t blame yourselves in any way. I know how thoughts can go to those places. You are very brave and he was so lucky to have such a loving family.
We are all in this together and we will overcome this together (but from home for the time being) 🌍❤️
MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU ALL, HUGS AND PRAYERS
Sorry for your loss praying for you and your family
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I am so very, very sorry about your dad. I can tell how much you love him and how bad you feel. My heart and prayers are with you and your family during this time.