This is why I adore Luke and Susie, they’re so relatable and literally feel like I’ve known them forever! You can tell their so honest and caring ❤️ I literally sit and watch all your guys videos every night and I learn so much! I’m so very sorry for your loss ☹️ I definitely keep your whole family in my prayers every night!!
I've been watching your older videos out of order and knew what would happen, but seeing this one after the loss of your mother in law really touched me. Not only that but also your other subjects in the episode, your love for your kids, your appreciation for everything that nature has in store for us if we just keep our eyes and hearts open. It was truly one of my favorite episodes. Thank you, as always, for sharing your adventures with us.
You are the man Luke. Thanks again for sharing the story of your mother in law. Glad you have a family, and the outdoors to help you get through things like that.
Sometimes a getaway hike helps to center your thoughts and mind. Everyday is an adventure when you have children. Our childhood shapes our "adulthood" and our ancestors gives us our history. Thanks for sharing your history and experiences. May God bless you and keep you safe from harm in all your adventures no matter how small they may be. You have touched a deep meaning of life keep expressing yourself just as you are. No words can express the gratitude and honor I have for you.
enjoying another one of your old videos. i dont always comment. but hearing you talk about cancer. and your mother in law dying etc and being a fellow outdoors man and video maker of our adventures. i had to comment. i lost my dad to cancer in august. well before he died. when i found out he was terminal. i had to get out in the forest to clear my head. i had a hatchet he gave me with me. didnt plan it but i made a epic lean to shelter. and used it many of my videos. visited it snowshoeing in my video i made yesterday. but i built it the day after i found out he was terminal. finished it after his trachea surgery. then after he passed. i spread dirt from his gravesite i took the day after the funeral. i spread it inside the shelter on the floor. etc. so it is part of my shelter. just wanted to share that story. sorry for your loss. cancer is hard on a family. ok back to your video. hello from mt hood oregon.
Luke, you are an amazing man, for who you are and what you do. Your story of Nana hit me hard, man I cried with you brother. My thoughts are with you and your family. Take good care of everyone - they'll need you more than ever
To Luke and Susan the biggest warmest hug to you both. Been there done that. So many of our love ones depart, sometimes it feel like we walk on broken egg shell. Sharing is giving from the deepest part of ones heart..
Thank you for being real! Yes, real men DO cry! Good and cleansing for the soul. So is getting outdoors into nature. Thanks for all you share! God bless.
A fun video could be the 20 dollar overnight challenge: An overnighter where you only bring what you can outfit yourself with at the dollar store for 20 bucks. I did that once with some friends; fun times and certainly makes you plan and improvise more than you otherwise might! As always, thanks for the quality content.
I am sorry for your lose Luke especially Susie’s I’ve lost most of my family so grief is a feeling that I’m used to but it’s something I can do without for sure hugs for you and your family
Really enjoy your videos. I realize that this is an old video, but I'm watching this just a few weeks after losing my grandfather after a lengthy battle with Dementia. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We all grieve in different ways, but hearing someone share their experience with loss is reassuring.
Luke, I have a picture of an old style 60's or 70's green huge Family Tent. I was wondering how I can get you to describe it and where could I send the picture?
As I watched this I relived the deaths of both my parents. I cried with you because I know exactly what you went through. Condolences to you and Susan. You're a good son-in-law, husband, and human being. Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your grief with all of us. I know you have touched many with your willingness to speak the truth.
I really enjoy your videos brother... sad to hear the passing of your mother-in-law. My deepest condolences to you and your wife. Stay strong. God Bless. =)
Luke, I tell ya, I believe your channel is superior to the others, you've got such a great attitude. That really makes your videos are fun to watch and makes them very enjoyable! Happy trails Buddy! I hope you keep uploading!
This video struck a chord with me..my big brother Ron passed away in 2009, it was 3 long months in the hospital...he was the one I did outdoor adventures with..every night at the hospital we would watch Survivorman until his pain meds kicked in. It was the hardest thing I have ever experienced. I am 55 and live with MS,but for the last 2 days I managed to go for a mile or 2 walk out in the forest at a nature reserve just on the outskirts of our city. Thank you for reminding me its the quality of appreciating the beauty in the outdoors. All the best to you and your wife...since this video is older I hope you remember your Nana with fond memories .... be safe and enjoy
Thanks for sharing your story. When my father died, Hospice worked wonders to keep him comfortable in his last days. That being said, thanks for letting us live through you on these awesome overnighters.
Great video Luke, really sorry for your loss, I have had the same situation twice and I know how it feels. keep strong and all the best to you and your family.
I really enjoy how positive you are in your videos! They are a pleasure to watch. I head out on a two week canoe trip on northern Quebec this weekend and this video is inspiring :)
You are so right about TV and games, amigo. These are addictions that rob people of life. The greatest times in life are the times of solitude and self reliance that come with hiking and camping... and canoeing.
Thank you for sharing your MNL story. Bless Susan and your family. You will have helped someone with your experience. And it’s ok to cry for your loved one.
Just the best and authentic vid! Not these kind of sharing the trip, the equipment, the trail or the the skills, just sharing the emotional background of the one sharing this vid! Great! And thx for sharing the person, the heart..... makes the difference!
Wow Luke, my favourite trip yet. I agree that a "spirit" from the bush recharges you when your out in it. Hope your family is coping with the loss of your mother in law, Thoughts go out to them. The countryside you hiked in this trip was stunning thanks for showing it to us. Cheers mate.
Mr Luke I'm very very sorry for your loss it seems like you're a very smart and decent man ......i love your positive attitude keep up your good work love watching your videos and again my condolences for you and your Mrs and the family
I am aware that you posted this 9 yrs ago but I wanted to weigh in on what our childhoods were like. I’m 69 and grew up in Evanston, IL. There were a lot of kids and we would run all around everyone’s backyard until we were called to come in. No fences. We did love to watch a few shows on Saturday morning like Flicka, Fury and Sky King. It was great. Your observation about watching videos in stead of being outdoors is giving me pause, Luke. Love all your and Susie’s videos.
I've been watching your videos for just a bit, but man, you are the kind of guy I'd love to go for a beer with. You are a good person, mate! I wish there were more people like you. And a jolly good video indeed. Thanks for sharing your story, I do appreciate it! Greetings from Czech republic.
So much respect for ya bud. my pop was diagnosed with prostate cancer at the end of 2015. this video was super comforting. thank you for opening up with us and just being an overall great person. I'm so glad I subscribed and can't till I'm brave enough to do my first over night! God bless ya brother!
The outdoors cleanses our souls and the camera cleanses our hearts. I'm glad you shared. Four years since I sat with my Dad as he passed. Love your vids and your honesty. Walk safely my friend..................Ross
Man, your enthusiasm is contagious! The last time I was camping, I was probably no older than 14, some 20 years ago. Moved with the family, became urbanized, but lately I've been missing the outdoors. Thanks for bringing us along. :)
I feel you brother. This is the human condition. I’ve been through this with too many of my loved ones. I was right with you as you told us about your experience. We are all in this together. Thanks for sharing with us.
Nothing wrong with crying my friend it just shows that you have a heart, my prayers for your family, just remember to remember those that have left us and keep their memory alive.
I have been watching your videos for a long time but I just found this one. You give sympathy to those who need it. Buddy you are definitely too strong to need sympathy. Respect is what you have from me. Thank you for sharing that time of your life with us. S&H
You're a good man, Luke. I had almost the exact same experience with my Dad when I was 25. 10 years later, I still think about him every single day. Susie is lucky to have you. Cheers, bud.
We are set up to feel sympathy for others and to gather around them to share our love. Nothing wrong with shedding tears for another's suffering. You are a good person, Luke, tough and tender. God bless.
harmless little garter, thank you for not hurting it! they're so misunderstood, but you definitely understand them, if you don't know what species it is, go around it, and if you need to move it, do so with a stick, trecking pole, etc, never EVER with your hand.
Blessings and wishes that you can find comfort in having had such a deeply caring relationship to Susie’s Mother. There is something beyond this life. In my Mother’s final hours she began talking to my deceased Father and telling him she was just trying to get there. I was a home hospice nurse and have been a witness to many such incidents at the end of people’s lives.
We were pretty poor as well. We ran in the woods for miles. We knew every tree & inch of the forest. Every spot had a name. The white tire, the haunted trees, the tar pit. Fun times. Ah the lost art of play.
wow, things got real at 44:00 didn't it luke. hugs bro. my mom died of brain cancer when I was 4. dad died of his 3rd heart attack when I was 1. tough life growing up being passed around like a bent dime. hugs to your wife too. this is another cool video of yours. im glad your out sharing your adventures with us. I wish you would do a safety video for us, covering things like how to pick a safe camp site, how to avoid widow makers. wild animals and potential "wild people" on the trail and how to handle them. these things and more. its a needed video luke. so many new people on the trail. new hikers, new campers, all looking for safe new experiences. I don't know of a video on youtube that covers this topic. would be nice to get this video from somebody we trust. just a thought.
I have been saving this adventure for a while. No reason that I can think of, until now. I just saw the part about your mother in law. Very emotional for me, as we went through almost the exact same thing with my Grandmother. Her legs were so swollen and painful that we had to give her liquid morphine. She also passed away in the middle of the night in her sleep. We all wish you and your family the best. Also, back to your dinner. Couldn't you have cooked the meal in the package in hot water.
I enjoy going back to watch your older videos. The leaves in this one are spectacular. Thank you for keeping them up for our viewing pleasure 😄. You enjoyed talking more in these older videos. I love it! You and Susie are family to me. ♥️
My grandma passed away this year and it was hard to see her suffer. She held on for 10 long days. I'm sorry for your loss. It's been such a treat to see your videos because it reminds me of my childhood. I am like y'all and spent it always outdoors. We didn't have woods near our home but the cousins and I spent as much time as we could outside playing. I'm planning to do some hiking soon and this is a refresher to prepare and make sure it's something enjoyable for my family. 😀
I really enjoy this episode, I love the fall foliage and the beautiful trail. I enjoy your conversations with us and I especially enjoy you just being real. That may sound weird but some of these guys making videos are over the top. Some are very smart-alecky. I appreciate you just being you. Keep up the good work and thanks for making great videos.
Tough to watch loved ones pass away in such a fashion. My father and sister both died of cancer! I've been enjoying watching your videos for awhile, now, and just wanted to say I admire the passion and humanity you bring to your product!
No Luke I really appreciate the fact that you share what is the deepest part of your life and how it affects you so I appreciate it thank you very much because I've had to suffer a loss of my father this year last year
Hey Luke, Great video and overnighter my friend...I know your not seeking any sympathy, but your campsite story about Susan's mother brought me to tears right along with you bro... Our loss of family members, is so tough for us all to bear during that time... And truly my deepest sympathies to Susan,you and your family for your loss last month... My family, I and our mother lost our dad to a long 12 year bout with altzheimers disease which led to finally his heart just quitting on him in their home, the end of May 2010 and my mother and I were there with him that night, when he blessedly just fell asleep and passed away... My belief and faith, like yours, tells me and comforts me, that there is more on the other side of this life to, my friend... I love your channel and adventures and learning more about the equipment you use... Your a very honest,down to earth, kind of guy and that is what first attracted me to your channel in the first place, this year... I am now 61 years old with a couple of minor health issues, but love walking,hiking,exploring nature, every possible way and chance I can get... A lot of that was instilled in me, at an early age, from being a boy scout, with an awesome scout leader in my youth and learning so many hiking, survival and bushcrafting skills doing so... We grew up, my four younger sisters and I during pretty rough, financial, family, times, but as you mentioned, we were always fed,sheltered and happy as a growing family... And growing up, my younger sisters and I would spend endless days, all seasons, of the year, with special permissions from our neighbors, exploring and hiking all over their 20 acres of woods and steep, hilly, property... We were allowed to fish or frog gig in a large pond they owned any time we wished and see beaver,racoon,deer and porcupines almost every time we went hiking... We all would imagine and imitate we were doing all the things Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn experienced in the book... :-) Just felt like sharing my and our story a little bit and our adventures growing up some, with you here and I apologize this came out so long...... :-) Best Wishes, Strength and Honor and God Bless You and Yours Always......Dana~
Luke, I just came across this video. I loved the trail with the falling leaves, the colors, and your honesty. I just lost my 42 year old daughter to breast cancer. She fought for 3 and 1/2 years. I watched my son in law struggle and my family was together up to the end. Thank you for sharing your story, my thoughts are with you and Susie.
I liked the video very much, I like all of them and have seen most of them a few times I grew up across the road from a wooded area. My brother and I played mostly in the woods. We even ate our lunch there, I learned to climb trees there also. We were poor but we didn't feel like it.Playing outside even when it was cold and snowing we loved it.Our mother had to make us come in and those were some of my happiest memories. .
Sorry to hear about your loss bud. I have followed your channel for a while now and have been there for a lot of the process that your family has endured through your mother in law's illness. I have also worked in the medical profession for a long time now and have been around a lot of death. One thing that is important to remember is that life is a process as you know. We will all have to go through it from start to finish. I am sorry that the final moments of her life were very hard, but to have people with you when you go, as you were there with her at the end, makes that process that much easier and you truely made her passing easier. Keep the videos comming. Your fan, Rob
I’ve lost both my parents to cancer. I had cancer 5 years ago. A nasty tumor on my kidney. I’ve been cancer free since. I was honored that you shared your heart. I was thinking of Susie while you were sharing. Strength and honor my friend.
Condolences to you, your wife and family on the loss of your loved one. I lost both my parents about 3 months apart and know what it's like. Just have to hold your head up, remember the good times, move forward and know that she is at peace with no pain....take care brother!
Let it all out...we're here for you buddy. Prayers to your family. I've been outside everyday since the beginning of October, this is our favorite time of the year.
I’ve been there with the cancer with my step mom, it’s so hard and something that one cannot forget. It’s was good for you to talk. Hope the healing got a little easier.
Very moving Luke. You are one loving caring soul. Watching your videos makes me have hope for humankind. You feel deeply and your one very awesome guy. Sorry about all the loss. You and the family are stronger for it. I lost my grandmother several years ago. By the time I got to the hospital she was out of it and passed away shortly after without waking to see me. My Mother passed away while I was involved in a court case where after I moved to upper Michigan I was held hostage for ransom. I miss both of them and I see you miss yours too and are a good person for feeling loss. It makes us all stronger Bro. Much Love to you and your family brother
Hey Luke I thoroughly enjoyed this trip with you. Beautiful Fall scenery and a chance to see countryside I've never been to. Thanks for again sharing about Susan's mom's passing and showing us how much she meant to you. As a Pastor I have experienced this many times and its always tough. I pray Susan is finding the peace she needs for this part of her journey, as well as you of course. I vote for you to come to the Pacific Northwest as well. I live in Oregon and even a small chance to get to meet you would be cool. Be well.
“Times are going to be tough, without a doubt...a storm is coming” I don't think you could have imagined just how correct you were. 2020, the year that just keeps giving. It feels weird, nostalgic I guess, watching videos filmed prior to 2020.
Loosing family is very hard and difficult to comprehend at that time. But your doing the right thing by talking about it, It does help alot. Chin up my friend.
Great video man! I feel you on your loss, I experienced the same thing with my grandpa who passed from a knee operation gone wrong. It was a hard time, but everyone manages to go through hard times with time itself. Keep on chugging my friend!
I feel ya man... My dad died of cancer, too. Seeing him deteriorate almost everyday made my family suffered so much. Anyway, I'm glad my dad no longer suffer. I'm not much of a religious guy but sometimes I spent some times in the woods, an idea always struck me that what a better condition for someone(well, at least for me) to slowly die off in the stage of life surrounded by the mother nature? Is that why I always feel peaceful in the wood? Well well...
Hi Luke, its 2/2020, sorry for your loss, my mom passed from stage 4 lung Ca 11/5/1990, she was 53 yrs old. God Bless you and Susan, I have been binge watching you for a few months, love every video
Brother, you need your on TV show. Your videos are so much better than the crap on TV. On the lighter side, starting @ 56:30 when you were showing the inside of the tarp. Did you almost brush your hand over a spider!? I love your honesty when you talked about your mother-in-law. Going out in the woods is such good therapy. When we are still, and quiet is when we meet peace. I guess that is why the world is so busy, and has so little peace. Thanks for making and sharing
Wow, I did not even notice the Spider, till I read your message & went back to look! :-) Remember, what he has said - He Hates Spiders! :-) I do too! :-)
To me, and many other outdoor enthusiasts, a dance is a celebration.... So when your friend dances around a favorite tree, or rock or anything else for that matter, she is celebrating the experience. Just like the happy dance that many hikers do when they reach a summit. I can not believe the colors that you have in your fall. We have colors here when the aspens change but nothing like yours. Reminds me of a Skittles commercial LOL. Just so you know, I have watched my mother die of breast cancer and more recently I watched as my father died of congestive heart disease. I truly feel your pain my friend. My condolences to your wife and you. Fire.... I was not able to have a fire while camping since late Spring due to the drought caused fire restrictions in my area.. Just now had one last week at my camp site. And it was so good! My childhood sucked. My adulthood is great. Never had children of my own. That was my decision. I've always had a dog. Works for me. Thanks for the adventure Luke.
It's 2021 and I've just seen this video. You said you weren't looking for sympathy, I get that, you do have my understanding though. My ex's grandad went like that, my ex was devastated (he raised her). so I get what y'all went through. You're a good man Luke, the epitome of strength and honor.
Dear Luke, First of all I am very sorry for your mother in law. And thank you for sharing. I always watch your videos and I love them! because you are very natural and positive and keep smiling person. We always see you smiling, making jokes etc etc... In this video you mede me cry also... Take care my friend, -Ben
Luke I am sorry to hear of the loss of a family member, life goes on. I agree that outdoors people get strength from the forests and in my case the Mountains. No better place to be than in the Rockies and the Sawtooth mountains of Idaho. Life is good.
Luke, What a beautiful video. My all time favorite. Your humanity was beautiful. Susan’s mom is watching down. Wonderful how much you loved her. I had already forwarded your video to my military grandson who plays video games on his off duty time in ND. I admit that I am Trying to give him a hint about what he could do instead of wasting his free time. I watch all your videos and my little granddaughter likes to watch when you and Susan take trips.
This is why I adore Luke and Susie, they’re so relatable and literally feel like I’ve known them forever! You can tell their so honest and caring ❤️ I literally sit and watch all your guys videos every night and I learn so much! I’m so very sorry for your loss ☹️ I definitely keep your whole family in my prayers every night!!
I've been watching your older videos out of order and knew what would happen, but seeing this one after the loss of your mother in law really touched me. Not only that but also your other subjects in the episode, your love for your kids, your appreciation for everything that nature has in store for us if we just keep our eyes and hearts open. It was truly one of my favorite episodes. Thank you, as always, for sharing your adventures with us.
Luke how is your health.?
You are the man Luke. Thanks again for sharing the story of your mother in law. Glad you have a family, and the outdoors to help you get through things like that.
Sometimes a getaway hike helps to center your thoughts and mind. Everyday is an adventure when you have children. Our childhood shapes our "adulthood" and our ancestors gives us our history. Thanks for sharing your history and experiences. May God bless you and keep you safe from harm in all your adventures no matter how small they may be. You have touched a deep meaning of life keep expressing yourself just as you are. No words can express the gratitude and honor I have for you.
enjoying another one of your old videos. i dont always comment. but hearing you talk about cancer. and your mother in law dying etc and being a fellow outdoors man and video maker of our adventures. i had to comment. i lost my dad to cancer in august. well before he died. when i found out he was terminal. i had to get out in the forest to clear my head. i had a hatchet he gave me with me. didnt plan it but i made a epic lean to shelter. and used it many of my videos. visited it snowshoeing in my video i made yesterday. but i built it the day after i found out he was terminal. finished it after his trachea surgery. then after he passed. i spread dirt from his gravesite i took the day after the funeral. i spread it inside the shelter on the floor. etc. so it is part of my shelter. just wanted to share that story. sorry for your loss. cancer is hard on a family. ok back to your video. hello from mt hood oregon.
Thank you for being strong enough to share your story. Another beautiful adventure.
Luke, you are an amazing man, for who you are and what you do.
Your story of Nana hit me hard, man I cried with you brother. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Take good care of everyone - they'll need you more than ever
To Luke and Susan the biggest warmest hug to you both. Been there done that. So many of our love ones depart, sometimes it feel like we walk on broken egg shell. Sharing is giving from the deepest part of ones heart..
Hey Luke I appreciate you sharing your experience with your wife's mother. It brought tears and I pray for your family.
this video breaks my heart every time i watch it. i lost both my mother and grandmother to cancer, and i feel for anyone that has gone through it
Thank you for being real! Yes, real men DO cry! Good and cleansing for the soul. So is getting outdoors into nature. Thanks for all you share! God bless.
A fun video could be the 20 dollar overnight challenge: An overnighter where you only bring what you can outfit yourself with at the dollar store for 20 bucks. I did that once with some friends; fun times and certainly makes you plan and improvise more than you otherwise might! As always, thanks for the quality content.
Second the motion but could add a few more bucks. :-)
I like this idea a lot! I think I might try it myself :-) Thanks for the idea!
You're a good man, Luke. I know its been some time, but still felt compelled to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. God bless.
I am sorry for your lose Luke especially Susie’s I’ve lost most of my family so grief is a feeling that I’m used to but it’s something I can do without for sure hugs for you and your family
Thank you so much for your honesty and love of nature your totally real and a healer
Really enjoy your videos. I realize that this is an old video, but I'm watching this just a few weeks after losing my grandfather after a lengthy battle with Dementia. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We all grieve in different ways, but hearing someone share their experience with loss is reassuring.
One of my favorite and hardest to watch video's of yours. Take care buddy.
+schlaznger Thank you very much my friend.
It is appreciated.
- Luke
Luke, I have a picture of an old style 60's or 70's green huge Family Tent.
I was wondering how I can get you to describe it and where could I send the picture?
As I watched this I relived the deaths of both my parents. I cried with you because I know exactly what you went through. Condolences to you and Susan. You're a good son-in-law, husband, and human being. Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your grief with all of us. I know you have touched many with your willingness to speak the truth.
Love you man! You are brave for sharing all of this with everyone out there. Keep doing what you are doing. It is all very much appreciated.
Sorry for your loss. Thanks for brining us all along, for another great adventure
I really enjoy your videos brother...
sad to hear the passing of your mother-in-law. My deepest condolences to you and your wife. Stay strong. God Bless. =)
It's nice to see that there are still some "old souls" in the world. Keep on rockin and rollin Luke
Luke, I tell ya, I believe your channel is superior to the others, you've got such a great attitude. That really makes your videos are fun to watch and makes them very enjoyable! Happy trails Buddy! I hope you keep uploading!
This video struck a chord with me..my big brother Ron passed away in 2009, it was 3 long months in the hospital...he was the one I did outdoor adventures with..every night at the hospital we would watch Survivorman until his pain meds kicked in. It was the hardest thing I have ever experienced. I am 55 and live with MS,but for the last 2 days I managed to go for a mile or 2 walk out in the forest at a nature reserve just on the outskirts of our city. Thank you for reminding me its the quality of appreciating the beauty in the outdoors. All the best to you and your wife...since this video is older I hope you remember your Nana with fond memories .... be safe and enjoy
Thanks for sharing your story. When my father died, Hospice worked wonders to keep him comfortable in his last days. That being said, thanks for letting us live through you on these awesome overnighters.
Great video Luke, really sorry for your loss, I have had the same situation twice and I know how it feels. keep strong and all the best to you and your family.
I really enjoy how positive you are in your videos! They are a pleasure to watch. I head out on a two week canoe trip on northern Quebec this weekend and this video is inspiring :)
PaddleBunk Thank you for your kind words Paddle.
S&H
- Luke
You are so right about TV and games, amigo. These are addictions that rob people of life. The greatest times in life are the times of solitude and self reliance that come with hiking and camping... and canoeing.
Thank you for sharing your MNL story. Bless Susan and your family. You will have helped someone with your experience. And it’s ok to cry for your loved one.
Just watching this video now, you had some pretty prophetic words. You were right on.
Just the best and authentic vid! Not these kind of sharing the trip, the equipment, the trail or the the skills, just sharing the emotional background of the one sharing this vid! Great! And thx for sharing the person, the heart..... makes the difference!
Wow Luke, my favourite trip yet.
I agree that a "spirit" from the bush recharges you when your out in it.
Hope your family is coping with the loss of your mother in law, Thoughts go out to them.
The countryside you hiked in this trip was stunning thanks for showing it to us.
Cheers mate.
Thanks for your stories
I admire your honesty
God be with u an your family
Mr Luke I'm very very sorry for your loss it seems like you're a very smart and decent man ......i love your positive attitude keep up your good work love watching your videos and again my condolences for you and your Mrs and the family
Thank you very much Rosaura. I appreciate your kindness.
- Luke
I am aware that you posted this 9 yrs ago but I wanted to weigh in on what our childhoods were like. I’m 69 and grew up in Evanston, IL. There were a lot of kids and we would run all around everyone’s backyard until we were called to come in. No fences. We did love to watch a few shows on Saturday morning like Flicka, Fury and Sky King. It was great. Your observation about watching videos in stead of being outdoors is giving me pause, Luke. Love all your and Susie’s videos.
You needed this closure you deserve it for trying to make her comfortable. My heart is with you.
I've been watching your videos for just a bit, but man, you are the kind of guy I'd love to go for a beer with. You are a good person, mate! I wish there were more people like you. And a jolly good video indeed. Thanks for sharing your story, I do appreciate it! Greetings from Czech republic.
So much respect for ya bud. my pop was diagnosed with prostate cancer at the end of 2015. this video was super comforting. thank you for opening up with us and just being an overall great person. I'm so glad I subscribed and can't till I'm brave enough to do my first over night! God bless ya brother!
6 years later, I'm watching. Good touching video. Your a good man Luke.
Greetings from the UK. Love your videos, very inspirational and uplifting.
The outdoors cleanses our souls and the camera cleanses our hearts. I'm glad you shared. Four years since I sat with my Dad as he passed. Love your vids and your honesty. Walk safely my friend..................Ross
Another great outing, Luke. Tomorrow is not guaranteed, so we must live for today. Prayers for Susan,the kids, and you. Stay strong, young wolf.
You can't deny the spirit of the outdoors!
Man, your enthusiasm is contagious! The last time I was camping, I was probably no older than 14, some 20 years ago. Moved with the family, became urbanized, but lately I've been missing the outdoors. Thanks for bringing us along. :)
Sorry for your families loss man, prayers sent for you all.
I feel you brother. This is the human condition. I’ve been through this with too many of my loved ones. I was right with you as you told us about your experience. We are all in this together. Thanks for sharing with us.
Nothing wrong with crying my friend it just shows that you have a heart, my prayers for your family, just remember to remember those that have left us and keep their memory alive.
that was an emotional one Luke,proud of u bud.strength n honour,keep up the excellent work.👍🏴
I have been watching your videos for a long time but I just found this one. You give sympathy to those who need it. Buddy you are definitely too strong to need sympathy. Respect is what you have from me. Thank you for sharing that time of your life with us. S&H
You're a good man, Luke. I had almost the exact same experience with my Dad when I was 25. 10 years later, I still think about him every single day. Susie is lucky to have you. Cheers, bud.
Hospice people are angels on earth. So sorry about your loss, and she's free, whole and happy. You are obviously a kind and devoted son-in-love.
We are set up to feel sympathy for others and to gather around them to share our love. Nothing wrong with shedding tears for another's suffering. You are a good person, Luke, tough and tender. God bless.
harmless little garter, thank you for not hurting it! they're so misunderstood, but you definitely understand them, if you don't know what species it is, go around it, and if you need to move it, do so with a stick, trecking pole, etc, never EVER with your hand.
Love your videos my friend. My heart goes out to you and your wife, you are very brave for sharing this part of yourself. Be well.
Gosh, Luke. That's tough stuff. Bless you and your family.
Blessings and wishes that you can find comfort in having had such a deeply caring relationship to Susie’s Mother. There is something beyond this life. In my Mother’s final hours she began talking to my deceased Father and telling him she was just trying to get there. I was a home hospice nurse and have been a witness to many such incidents at the end of people’s lives.
We were pretty poor as well. We ran in the woods for miles. We knew every tree & inch of the forest. Every spot had a name. The white tire, the haunted trees, the tar pit. Fun times. Ah the lost art of play.
wow, things got real at 44:00 didn't it luke. hugs bro. my mom died of brain cancer
when I was 4. dad died of his 3rd heart attack when I was 1. tough life growing up
being passed around like a bent dime. hugs to your wife too.
this is another cool video of yours. im glad your out sharing your adventures with us.
I wish you would do a safety video for us, covering things like how to pick a safe camp site,
how to avoid widow makers. wild animals and potential "wild people" on the trail and how to
handle them. these things and more. its a needed video luke. so many new people on the trail.
new hikers, new campers, all looking for safe new experiences. I don't know of a video on
youtube that covers this topic. would be nice to get this video from somebody we trust. just a thought.
Tough life, but you made it, that's what counts. Good luck!
Sorry for Suzie's and your loss. I also think you're right about the world being so bad that you worry about your children. Thanks for the adventure.
I have been saving this adventure for a while. No reason that I can think of, until now. I just saw the part about your mother in law. Very emotional for me, as we went through almost the exact same thing with my Grandmother. Her legs were so swollen and painful that we had to give her liquid morphine. She also passed away in the middle of the night in her sleep. We all wish you and your family the best. Also, back to your dinner. Couldn't you have cooked the meal in the package in hot water.
I enjoy going back to watch your older videos. The leaves in this one are spectacular. Thank you for keeping them up for our viewing pleasure 😄. You enjoyed talking more in these older videos. I love it! You and Susie are family to me. ♥️
My grandma passed away this year and it was hard to see her suffer. She held on for 10 long days. I'm sorry for your loss.
It's been such a treat to see your videos because it reminds me of my childhood. I am like y'all and spent it always outdoors. We didn't have woods near our home but the cousins and I spent as much time as we could outside playing. I'm planning to do some hiking soon and this is a refresher to prepare and make sure it's something enjoyable for my family. 😀
I really enjoy this episode, I love the fall foliage and the beautiful trail. I enjoy your conversations with us and I especially enjoy you just being real. That may sound weird but some of these guys making videos are over the top. Some are very smart-alecky.
I appreciate you just being you. Keep up the good work and thanks for making great videos.
Well Luke you were right about what you said at the beginning of this video. With COVID19 the storm is here.
Tough to watch loved ones pass away in such a fashion. My father and sister both died of cancer! I've been enjoying watching your videos for awhile, now, and just wanted to say I admire the passion and humanity you bring to your product!
No Luke I really appreciate the fact that you share what is the deepest part of your life and how it affects you so I appreciate it thank you very much because I've had to suffer a loss of my father this year last year
Hey Luke, Great video and overnighter my friend...I know your not seeking any sympathy, but your campsite story about Susan's mother brought me to tears right along with you bro...
Our loss of family members, is so tough for us all to bear during that time...
And truly my deepest sympathies to Susan,you and your family for your loss last month...
My family, I and our mother lost our dad to a long 12 year bout with altzheimers disease which led to finally his heart just quitting on him in their home, the end of May 2010 and my mother and I were there with him that night, when he blessedly just fell asleep and passed away...
My belief and faith, like yours, tells me and comforts me, that there is more on the other side of this life to, my friend...
I love your channel and adventures and learning more about the equipment you use...
Your a very honest,down to earth, kind of guy and that is what first attracted me to your channel in the first place, this year...
I am now 61 years old with a couple of minor health issues, but love walking,hiking,exploring nature, every possible way and chance I can get...
A lot of that was instilled in me, at an early age, from being a boy scout, with an awesome scout leader in my youth and learning so many hiking, survival and bushcrafting skills doing so...
We grew up, my four younger sisters and I during pretty rough, financial, family, times, but as you mentioned, we were always fed,sheltered and happy as a growing family...
And growing up, my younger sisters and I would spend endless days, all seasons, of the year, with special permissions from our neighbors, exploring and hiking all over their 20 acres of woods and steep, hilly, property...
We were allowed to fish or frog gig in a large pond they owned any time we wished and see beaver,racoon,deer and porcupines almost every time we went hiking...
We all would imagine and imitate we were doing all the things Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn experienced in the book... :-)
Just felt like sharing my and our story a little bit and our adventures growing up some, with you here and I apologize this came out so long...... :-)
Best Wishes, Strength and Honor and God Bless You and Yours Always......Dana~
Not too long - a nice contribution. Be well.
Thanks for sharing the difficulties of life. being outdoors will renew our souls.
Luke, I just came across this video. I loved the trail with the falling leaves, the colors, and your honesty. I just lost my 42 year old daughter to breast cancer. She fought for 3 and 1/2 years. I watched my son in law struggle and my family was together up to the end. Thank you for sharing your story, my thoughts are with you and Susie.
God bless you and your family...........I am recovering from surgery so until I can get back out there I back pack vicariously through you.
I liked the video very much, I like all of them and have seen most of them a few times I grew up across the road from a wooded area. My brother and I played mostly in the woods. We even ate our lunch there, I learned to climb trees there also. We were poor but we didn't feel like it.Playing outside even when it was cold and snowing we loved it.Our mother had to make us come in and those were some of my happiest memories.
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Sorry to hear about your loss bud. I have followed your channel for a while now and have been there for a lot of the process that your family has endured through your mother in law's illness. I have also worked in the medical profession for a long time now and have been around a lot of death. One thing that is important to remember is that life is a process as you know. We will all have to go through it from start to finish. I am sorry that the final moments of her life were very hard, but to have people with you when you go, as you were there with her at the end, makes that process that much easier and you truely made her passing easier. Keep the videos comming.
Your fan,
Rob
I’ve lost both my parents to cancer. I had cancer 5 years ago. A nasty tumor on my kidney. I’ve been cancer free since. I was honored that you shared your heart. I was thinking of Susie while you were sharing. Strength and honor my friend.
Condolences to you, your wife and family on the loss of your loved one. I lost both my parents about 3 months apart and know what it's like. Just have to hold your head up, remember the good times, move forward and know that she is at peace with no pain....take care brother!
Sorry for you and susie's loss of her mother. She is free and no longer in pain. My condolences to the family.
God bless you and your family.... Thank you for sharing your story.... I'm sitting here in Germany and I can feel your pain...
I'm sorry about your loss ! Keep[ doing what you are doing!
Let it all out...we're here for you buddy. Prayers to your family.
I've been outside everyday since the beginning of October, this is our favorite time of the year.
Good teacher and educator. Love the pink leaves. Heart shaped rock hard to find. Stay healthy and happy. Keep the adventures coming. Merci
I’ve been there with the cancer with my step mom, it’s so hard and something that one cannot forget. It’s was good for you to talk. Hope the healing got a little easier.
Dude, your filming and editing skills are getting so good!
Watched my mother waste away to cancer. Moving video Luke. Thanks for sharing. God bless.
Very moving Luke. You are one loving caring soul. Watching your videos makes me have hope for humankind. You feel deeply and your one very awesome guy. Sorry about all the loss. You and the family are stronger for it. I lost my grandmother several years ago. By the time I got to the hospital she was out of it and passed away shortly after without waking to see me. My Mother passed away while I was involved in a court case where after I moved to upper Michigan I was held hostage for ransom. I miss both of them and I see you miss yours too and are a good person for feeling loss. It makes us all stronger Bro. Much Love to you and your family brother
Fella.love your channel. Feel your pain. I so hope you talking to all of us helps you cope. Sorry for your loss
I went though that with my Dad, God Bless you and your Family Friend
An awesome adventure on the overnight I always learn from your video's
Hey Luke I thoroughly enjoyed this trip with you. Beautiful Fall scenery and a chance to see countryside I've never been to. Thanks for again sharing about Susan's mom's passing and showing us how much she meant to you. As a Pastor I have experienced this many times and its always tough. I pray Susan is finding the peace she needs for this part of her journey, as well as you of course. I vote for you to come to the Pacific Northwest as well. I live in Oregon and even a small chance to get to meet you would be cool. Be well.
“Times are going to be tough, without a doubt...a storm is coming” I don't think you could have imagined just how correct you were.
2020, the year that just keeps giving.
It feels weird, nostalgic I guess, watching videos filmed prior to 2020.
Loosing family is very hard and difficult to comprehend at that time.
But your doing the right thing by talking about it,
It does help alot.
Chin up my friend.
What an awesome trail. I love the colorful leaves. Beautiful land. Thanks for the nice time.
Great video man! I feel you on your loss, I experienced the same thing with my grandpa who passed from a knee operation gone wrong. It was a hard time, but everyone manages to go through hard times with time itself. Keep on chugging my friend!
I feel ya man... My dad died of cancer, too. Seeing him deteriorate almost everyday made my family suffered so much. Anyway, I'm glad my dad no longer suffer. I'm not much of a religious guy but sometimes I spent some times in the woods, an idea always struck me that what a better condition for someone(well, at least for me) to slowly die off in the stage of life surrounded by the mother nature? Is that why I always feel peaceful in the wood? Well well...
Sorry for you and your familys loss Luke. At least her pain is now over. She sounds like she was a good old girl!
Hi Luke, its 2/2020, sorry for your loss, my mom passed from stage 4 lung Ca 11/5/1990, she was 53 yrs old. God Bless you and Susan, I have been binge watching you for a few months, love every video
"This is living", indeed... Great video, thanks.
Thank you for sharing your powerful story about Nana. It’s always so difficult to say goodbye.
Brother, you need your on TV show. Your videos are so much better than the crap on TV. On the lighter side, starting @ 56:30 when you were showing the inside of the tarp. Did you almost brush your hand over a spider!? I love your honesty when you talked about your mother-in-law. Going out in the woods is such good therapy. When we are still, and quiet is when we meet peace. I guess that is why the world is so busy, and has so little peace. Thanks for making and sharing
LOL, I think you are right on the spider at 56:30, well spotted ;)
Wow, I did not even notice the Spider, till I read your message & went back to look! :-) Remember, what he has said - He Hates Spiders! :-) I do too! :-)
To me, and many other outdoor enthusiasts, a dance is a celebration.... So when your friend dances around a favorite tree, or rock or anything else for that matter, she is celebrating the experience. Just like the happy dance that many hikers do when they reach a summit. I can not believe the colors that you have in your fall. We have colors here when the aspens change but nothing like yours. Reminds me of a Skittles commercial LOL. Just so you know, I have watched my mother die of breast cancer and more recently I watched as my father died of congestive heart disease. I truly feel your pain my friend. My condolences to your wife and you. Fire.... I was not able to have a fire while camping since late Spring due to the drought caused fire restrictions in my area.. Just now had one last week at my camp site. And it was so good! My childhood sucked. My adulthood is great. Never had children of my own. That was my decision. I've always had a dog. Works for me. Thanks for the adventure Luke.
I lost mother last year, at 94 it hurt a lot, you and your lady have my sympathy.
It's 2021 and I've just seen this video. You said you weren't looking for sympathy, I get that, you do have my understanding though. My ex's grandad went like that, my ex was devastated (he raised her). so I get what y'all went through. You're a good man Luke, the epitome of strength and honor.
Dear Luke,
First of all I am very sorry for your mother in law. And thank you for sharing.
I always watch your videos and I love them! because you are very natural and positive and keep smiling person. We always see you smiling, making jokes etc etc...
In this video you mede me cry also...
Take care my friend,
-Ben
Luke I am sorry to hear of the loss of a family member, life goes on. I agree that outdoors people get strength from the forests and in my case the Mountains. No better place to be than in the Rockies and the Sawtooth mountains of Idaho. Life is good.
Luke, What a beautiful video. My all time favorite. Your humanity was beautiful. Susan’s mom is watching down. Wonderful how much you loved her.
I had already forwarded your video to my military grandson who plays video games on his off duty time in ND. I admit that I am Trying to give him a hint about what he could do instead of wasting his free time.
I watch all your videos and my little granddaughter likes to watch when you and Susan take trips.