Hey stranger. So it’s been an age since I’ve seen your videos and today is a catch up day. I’ve the kettle on and the snacks ready. But I wasn’t ready for this. I’m crying. I’ve goose bumps. I’m elated for you. So excited to catch up on everything. And that smile. Fare okay to her for bringing that xxx xxx
Happy Birthday my friend!...and I thought you were lucky before, now I know why you have such a big smile on your face! Stay safe I can't wait to see more of your journey!
Ah Derek, this is amazing! What love! Happy birthday.. and I'm surprised you said it so many times because I'm sure last year you wouldn't even say it once. This is an amazing video, and it'll be great to see the rest. Also - on your birthday this year I was in Guatemala and met a German girl (on that day!) who is about to start the hike-She's following you now too, and I can't imagine you're anything but an inspiration. Keep it up and please keep sharing your love of life!
How you know you've found a soul mate. You meet them on the other side of the world and find out you're both going to the same place on the other side of the world. Happy Birthday!
Derek, that video had emotion embedded in it. Really happy for you's and looking forward to more. By the way..... You really think long and hard about your video content don't you 👍
Hey!! It's been a long time since I didn't comment on your videos and wow... The editing has SO MUCH improved since the time I used to watch your vlogs. It makes me feel nostalgic thinking about your first vlogs and now, you have more than 1.000 subscribers (and you deserve so much more) and your skills have improved A LOT ! Thanks for sharing and HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
Wow. What a magnificent editing job. I feel like I’m watching a real TV show. The emotions, OMG. I can feel what you’re feeling. You do look incredibly happy. Happy Birthday Derek! Is she going to stay hiking with you or did she just move to California?? She’s beautiful by the way. I’m so happy for you! Keep up the fantastic edits and enjoy the trail!
Joe Grimaldi Cheers Joe...Bex read your comment!!! Thanks for the Bday wishes and such a great comment - so happy to hear your experience of watching the story unfold! Derek
Lyle Olson Lyle!! I have been wondering about you - due to my injury, you will likely end up ahead of me! I will be back on in Julian within a week...i hope.....wishful thinking but positive vibes! Derek
Get better soon. New pack and ditched 10lbs of wegbt. Fly back Saturday. I'm sure you'll catch me before long. Probably spend a day or two in Warner Springs. See ya.
Ah you didn't stick to the plan lol😁😁.She has a smile as big as your own good for you.Happy birthday.Nice twist at the end.We need people like you in Ireland so make sure I see you both on the Dublin or Wicklow may lol
Phill’s Adventures Hey Phil....ah no...Bex is originally from LA and drove up into the mountains to meet me but its great to be so “close” as she moved on to Cambodia after we separated and was in Japan when I first arrived here in the US! Derek
Love your videos!! You have the best attitude about life!!! You leave me feeling happy!! Bev is beautiful!!! Happy and safe hiking!!!
Awh that is so nice, Happy birthday Derek and great video
Hey stranger. So it’s been an age since I’ve seen your videos and today is a catch up day. I’ve the kettle on and the snacks ready. But I wasn’t ready for this. I’m crying. I’ve goose bumps. I’m elated for you. So excited to catch up on everything. And that smile. Fare okay to her for bringing that xxx xxx
Caz Kiernan Well, you have a lot to catch up on in other episodes....spoiler....we are no longer together!
Microadventureworld stop 😂😂😂 well I’ll look forward to catching up properly so xxx hope your well
Happy birthday to you! Thank you for brightening my day with your story.
Benjamin Perri Thank you Benjamin and so awesome to hear you say it brightened your day - sending positive vibes to you :) Derek
Awe I love it!! Happy belated birthday Derek! I;m planning the PCT next year so your vids are super helpful! and fun
Happy Birthday, Derek!!!
Lovely, belated birthday to you, happy trails and savor every moment, one step at a time...you really look happy
Summer Wood thank you Summer, I am pretty happy alright ....every moment, indeed!
I was wondering if we would get introduced. Awesome surprise to find out she was holding the camera! 😳
Very cool Derek!
What a sweet ending!!😍❤❤❤
Vagabond Pauline Ah thank you Pauline!! Derek
Happy Belated Birthday mate..... love your videos.... thank you for sharing your journey and this part of your life.... hike on... cheers.
Happy Birthday my friend!...and I thought you were lucky before, now I know why you have such a big smile on your face! Stay safe I can't wait to see more of your journey!
A Welsh hahaha thank you so much, I appreciate you saying so!! Derek
Happy Birthday! Just started following you!
Awesome video. One of the best I’ve seen so far on the trail. Good luck again. I’m there in 5 more years!
pgreenx WOW what a huge compliment, thank you so much and 5 years is worth the wait - such a stunning and exciting trail with amazing people!!
Wonderful! Incredible that she could be with you on the trail! 😀
Great video bud. Congrats & keep up the great work. Happy birthday.
mick ward Cheers Mick, really appreciate that! Derek
Happy birthday, Derek! The 2 of you make a lovely couple :) Safe journeys.
Phoenix Genesis Ah thank you so much, really nice of you to say so! Derek
Ah Derek, this is amazing! What love! Happy birthday.. and I'm surprised you said it so many times because I'm sure last year you wouldn't even say it once. This is an amazing video, and it'll be great to see the rest. Also - on your birthday this year I was in Guatemala and met a German girl (on that day!) who is about to start the hike-She's following you now too, and I can't imagine you're anything but an inspiration. Keep it up and please keep sharing your love of life!
Anika Mikkelson Ah this is so awesome to hear form you Anika...thanks so much!!! Derek
How you know you've found a soul mate. You meet them on the other side of the world and find out you're both going to the same place on the other side of the world. Happy Birthday!
I love the twist!! you cheeky guy! Happy Birthday!
flamedancer44 it was a bit cheeky huh? :) Thanks a lot flame !!! Derek
Awesome man! Happy for you both.
Rob Duffy Cheers Rob!!
Derek, that video had emotion embedded in it. Really happy for you's and looking forward to more.
By the way..... You really think long and hard about your video content don't you 👍
Hey!! It's been a long time since I didn't comment on your videos and wow... The editing has SO MUCH improved since the time I used to watch your vlogs. It makes me feel nostalgic thinking about your first vlogs and now, you have more than 1.000 subscribers (and you deserve so much more) and your skills have improved A LOT !
Thanks for sharing and HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
Axel /FRAxool Ahhh Axel, thanks so much for being here man. I remember you well and really appreciate such supportive comments!! Derek
Happy birthday 🎂
You’ve already got your present
Obvi 🤗
Kelli Rustin Yep...there was only one present I wanted :))) Thanks Kelli! Derek
Wow. What a magnificent editing job. I feel like I’m watching a real TV show. The emotions, OMG. I can feel what you’re feeling. You do look incredibly happy. Happy Birthday Derek! Is she going to stay hiking with you or did she just move to California?? She’s beautiful by the way. I’m so happy for you! Keep up the fantastic edits and enjoy the trail!
Joe Grimaldi Cheers Joe...Bex read your comment!!! Thanks for the Bday wishes and such a great comment - so happy to hear your experience of watching the story unfold! Derek
Cute - Happy Birthday!
L. Michele Scott ha thanks so much! Derek
Love this!!! More videos pleazzze lol
Sarah Wright haha thanks Sarah....Logistics this week were difficult for many reasons but I hope to get on track and start making daily uploads! Derek
Hi Derek, good to see you're still out there, hope to catch up with you around Warner Springs.
Lyle Olson Lyle!! I have been wondering about you - due to my injury, you will likely end up ahead of me! I will be back on in Julian within a week...i hope.....wishful thinking but positive vibes! Derek
Get better soon. New pack and ditched 10lbs of wegbt. Fly back Saturday. I'm sure you'll catch me before long. Probably spend a day or two in Warner Springs. See ya.
hahaha when I heard you were off trail I was all worried! Looks like you were in the best of hands!
Thea Tapson Yeah it’s pretty frustrating but a silver lining to say the least :) Cheers Thea! Derek
Ah you didn't stick to the plan lol😁😁.She has a smile as big as your own good for you.Happy birthday.Nice twist at the end.We need people like you in Ireland so make sure I see you both on the Dublin or Wicklow may lol
Derrick Murphy haha I will be back on the Wicklow Way...don’t you worry about that!! Cheers...such a nice comment!!
..did you say it was your birthday?!!.. HAPPY BIRTHDAY FROM PHIBSBORO MAN!!! :)
Great video , your a lucky dude ;)
denis CREAGH haha yeah its my birthday, i thought i said that in the video :))) Cheers Denis! Derek
Congrats man she is beautiful and obviously has your heart. Is she going to continue on your journey with you?
Phill’s Adventures Hey Phil....ah no...Bex is originally from LA and drove up into the mountains to meet me but its great to be so “close” as she moved on to Cambodia after we separated and was in Japan when I first arrived here in the US! Derek
what happeded to you no more videos?
I would like to see you add 4 or 5 minutes to your daily clips...
You kept that quiet Derek, good on you both😍😉👍🏻🚶🏻♂️🚶🏻♀️
Phil Shaw haha thanks Phil, yeah it was a bit sneaky alright! Derek
Wonderful! Incredible that she could be with you on the trail! 😀
Rachel Birchwood Thank you so much Rachel!!!