A Wood Turning to Remember

[@rayworstine4399]

I hear the thoughts. I see the tremendous respect. I feel the honor due. During the silence, I hear Taps.

[@Archiemonty]

Having done a wee bit of research (a few weeks back) The flag's positiong as a should patch the same way means: Going forward

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you so much, brother, I could only hope those feelings translated through the video.

[@RHumphrey]

You pegged it, Archiemonty! Thank you for seeing the intent in my flag orientation.

[@pmboord]

Magnificent. My son served and left many friends behind. I am grateful that Jesus brought him home to us.

[@RHumphrey]

I'm glad he made it home, Patricia, to say the very least. Amen to that.

[@billy19461]

As I watched this video I was thinking about my dad. He passed in 2014 and I could never get him to talk about his service. I over heard ( when I was a kid) tell a fellow veteran that he had dropped mortars in a tube until both hands were solid blisters. After he passed my mom told me that he was in the Philippines and was at Iwo Jena and Guadacannal. I did get to tell him that he was my hero. I was in my sixties. Sitting here now with tears in my eyes for the men and women who served to keep our Nation free.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you for sharing that, Billy. It sounds to me like your dad was an American hero and treasure. To have fought in and survived all those campaigns... just wow... the debt of gratitude we all owe him is beyond measure. Semper Fidelis.

[@alansimpson596]

Wonderful work Rod and may I say from the people of the UK that we acknowledge that American troops were pivotal in helping us to win two World Wars. Forever grateful.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you so much, Alan. The UK and Commonwealth are all great allies and friends, I'm forever grateful for your sacrifices as well.

[@ronnie100393]

A huge salute to you my friend, you are a true artist and a huge AMERICAN, GOD BLESS, LET US NEVER FORGET. Thanks !!!!!!!

[@marklengal9990]

I normally don’t like the silence videos but this was fitting. I found myself thinking about the past wars and troops the whole time. It was like magic when you broke through the bottom to reveal the remembrance. The silence was golden.

[@douglasswaim6219]

I am a veteran and that piece is just beautiful

[@davidgomez2731]

There is ONLY a Few things that will bring a Tear to a Marines eye U did it with this piece!! God Bless & SEMPA Fi

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, brother... me too. Semper Fi

[@trurex007lee7]

Great tribute. Thank you for your service and to all who have served our nation,

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you kindly

[@traceyrice]

Amazing job, Rod. Thank you for your time and service, sir. 💜

[@ermerins]

A fitting tribute from an honorable man. Thank you for your service.

[@_scorpion94_]

Silence is louder than words, and yours is screaming from the rooftops for our fallen but not forgotten brethren. Semper Fi, brother. A phenomenal piece 🇺🇸

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, brother! Semper Fi

[@whiterabbit-wo7hw]

The years of dedicated service that the men and women of our military have given is represented in the silence. The respect and lives given are presented in that bowl made by the hands of a lifetime warrior with pride and honor. Thank you Ron, for your years of service and to all military men and women who served and are now serving. Semper Fi!!

[@jeanlong4285]

Wow Rod, what a beautiful tribute. You created a wonderful piece. Thank you for your service and God bless our troops.

[@ninagoldiloks]

Undamnbelievable!! My goodness! A labor of luv! Remarkable. Ty. Your router work is superb!🇺🇲❤

[@lcmmassa8571]

Thank you for your service and Lifetime! Blessings!🙋‍♀️🍃

[@maddieadams75]

Rod you have an excellent gift, perfect attention to detail, patriotism. A beautiful tribute for Remembrance Day. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@davidames2265]

The silence is louder than words. Thank you for reminding me of why I served. It's not about the Pat's on the back, but the knowledge of what we did to keep this country free. Keep turning Marine!

[@russelljones2069]

No words needed brother. Beautiful piece and classy way to honor our fallen brothers.

[@kimberlyokeeffe5360]

Beautiful, respectful tribute to those that gave all.

[@RHumphrey]

Much appreciated!

[@MDeLorien]

Another absolutely stunning piece ❤💙❤💙❤💙❤💙❤💙 And lots of purple hearts for all the heros 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@cathybenson5119]

Lovely. Beautiful tribute to your military who served your country. 👍👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@stuartscott9646]

A tribute, in remembrance, respect and gratitude. God bless.

[@RadioFaceWoodWorks]

Great piece Rod to honor those who sacrificed everything ...those of us who remain will still serve if called...God bless this great country...stay safe...press on 😎 Joe 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@RHumphrey]

Well said, thank you so much!

[@scottparat]

Beautiful piece! It seems too simple to say thank you to all who served and sacrificed to live the life I can now .... true heroes indeed! Lets pray and hope we can overcome the evil that is attacking our country now!

[@tarbabysbest]

Absolutely beautiful! Thank you to all who have served to help keep our nation free!

[@janeoverby2151]

Rod this was such a beautiful tribute to our fallen soldiers! I am so proud to say that I am a fellow Hoosier. I thank you for your service to our country Sir! This is amazing!

[@willaiml]

Unbelievable craftsmanship!! Thank you for your service and protecting my freedom’s❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@thafemm]

I like how it looks like the soldier has a soul coming through

[@harrykeel8557]

May GOD bless those who didn't return.

[@PathinAZ]

Awesome piece. THANK YOU to all who've served, and to all who've made sacrifices (and continue to) to ensure this country remains a free country. Battles are fought on many levels, and we are in the midst of another, so also thank you to all who may not be on the field, but are still hard at work fighting the influences that are trying to destroy what make America, America. Cheers

[@jarmstrong2843]

I am short of words. Beautiful, patriotic, wow! A wood turning that would make any patriot’s chest swell with pride for our service men and women. We needed this wood turning, Rod! It’s a wonderful reminder. Seems as though many today have forgotten or denied what this great nation is all about. You have the patience of Job to make this turning. Semper Fi

[@paulajagneaux7371]

God Bless those who gave their lives for our Freedom!

[@normataylor3124]

What a beautiful piece to remember the ones who gave us the freedom and safety we live with today. TY

[@heatherinparis]

Your artistic ability never ceases to amaze me. This piece is so powerful. Love it!

[@lindseyrae8339]

Beautiful! Thank you for your service and to all service members past and present, thank you for your service to our country.

[@joyceb.8194]

I always say Thank you for sharing with us. This time , it is with tears in my eyes and deepest gratitude to ALL who shared and gave, so I can live a happy life. God Bless you all.

[@sydneymcconnaughhay5947]

Absolutely 💯💯 Thank you for remembering our Men and Women. From. Gramma in fl.

[@ellenyager9577]

I had tears at the end. Your tribute was deeply moving. God bless you, and Semper Fi, Marine!

[@williamellis8993]

Absolutely beautiful, Rod. May everyone remember all those who have served and all who have made the ultimate sacrifice. God bless. Bill

[@cortlandhunt4721]

Wonderful tribute my friend, Semper Fi Marine carry on. Never forget those whose gave their lives and those to keep us Free. 👍🇺🇸

[@mikebuonocore3499]

Simply stunning! Thank you for your service good-sir! In remembrance of those who have gave the highest price for this country.

[@ggbuck2625]

Absolutely stunning. Thanks for your talents and service. Keeping all the families of the hero's that paid the ultimate price in our prayers especially this weekend. God bless.

[@kenspears7159]

Another beautiful piece, with a simple, but powerful message. 21 years USAF.

[@joallawestervelt6918]

Thank for your service Sir

[@davidgagnon1961]

18 years USAF (Mr Clinton early retirement, I said thank you), my Dad 21 years USAF. He was Vietnam and I was Desert Storm. He has passed (2 years ago) so this weekend is hard for me. We all gave some, but some gave all.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much, Ken. We all owe so much to those that gave all, even those of use that spent our youth serving for decades... those that paid the ultimate price are forever in my, our, hearts.

[@RoseMaryBowen]

A beautiful tribute to those who gave their lives in service to our nation in order to defend and preserve the freedom that we all cherish. God bless.

[@RHumphrey]

Well said, Rose Mary. Thank you.

[@mandicoleman7433]

My favoritest woodturning project ever! Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸🙏

[@allysonhean4204]

What else can you say but sempre fi!💓

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you! Semper Fi

[@tomswisher8662]

This is such a great tribute. Loved the way the colors popped through while establishing the bottom. AND Thanks from all of us for your service.

[@tandyjenkins7495]

Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@joallawestervelt6918]

Thank you seems like shallow words to all who have served and are serving and to their families. This is a stunning piece of artwork. Thank you for all the hard work it took to make such a fabulous piece and for your service Rod. Semper Fi 💜🇺🇸♥

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@teresagraser386]

I have always been patriotic. Just loved the bowl and thank you for your service.

[@STMwoodturning]

To you Mr. Humphrey, and all other veterans, thank you for your service.

[@carolsnyder9134]

Silence is the medium for remembering but speaking their truth is honoring them. Never forget.

[@gregheffner1896]

Absolutely outstanding work my friend. I am eternally in awe of you sir. Thank for both your service and for sharing your passion with us. Please take good care and stay safe.

[@realAAPardoe]

Amazing work, my favourite wood turner on KZbin! Thank you 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@RHumphrey]

Wow, thank you, Anthony! I sure appreciate that.

[@bluvapors]

As a Vet, I love this and Thank You again for your service. This is Beautiful.

[@bobosterberg1751]

As a fellow vet, this could not have been made at a more appropriate time! Thanks Rod, excellent work, as always!

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, brother! Semper Fi

[@DeereGuy211]

A beautiful piece Rod!! May God Bless all of our brothers and sisters who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Great Nation. Thank You..

[@quietinspirationcreations3448]

Although we aren't American, this piece is exceptionally impactful these days, especially considering my brother is a Canadian Submarine Captain. Without the service of everyone that dedicates their lives to the military in their country, we wouldn't live in such a beautiful free world. So thank you Rod, for this tribute, and thanks to all service people, in all fields, for your dedication!

[@RHumphrey]

Well said, my friend. Thank yo so much!

[@kenmahood93]

I'm not American, but this work of yours gives me goosebumps.... excellent. Thank you for sharing.

[@blewis5929]

Beautiful, Thank you for your service 🇺🇸❤️

[@detexanboytx3972]

Beautiful tribute to our brothers and sisters that gave the ultimate sacrifice!

[@larryrusson1254]

Thank you, sir, for your service, and for sharing your talent. God bless.

[@tequilastraightup595]

Thank you brother. Gone but never forgotten.

[@SaposJoint]

Bless you, Rod. Semper Fidelis.

[@zinaramos5510]

This is so beautiful. I lost my cousin in Vietnam he was 18 years old. Miss you Joe. ❤

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you so much, Zina. I'm very sorry for your loss, God bless you and your family.

[@mikecox5660]

Stunning bowl. Just buried my Dad in early May. Korean War vet - Navy. My son, Navy, presented my Mom his flag. You’ve honored all service members both past and present. Well done.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, Mike, and I'm very sorry for your loss... and am very grateful for your family's service and sacrifice for this great nation.

[@BobGroverthednachristian]

Extremely fitting tribute to those who have sacrificed "all". I salute you Marine!

[@rickeyburke2596]

Sir, You are a true Craftsman. Thank you for remembering my fellow service members. Sign, U.S.N. Retired

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, Rickey. Yours and mine both, brother. Semper Fi

[@michaelkading1423]

Spectacular! Thank you for your service! Thank you for sharing your talent. God bless.

[@pjseiber2774]

First of all, THANK YOU sir for your service, and about the bowl wow than is beautiful and very touching. God rest their souls. again Thank you

[@RHumphrey]

Well said, thank you!

[@davidnielsen4490]

Good evening Rod, Thank you for this beautiful piece of workmanship honoring our service men and women. I know you served in the Marines. Thank you for your service. I served in the Army.

[@LiaTsukino]

A very honorable piece of art to remember our fallen soldiers who fought to protect our freedom. We remember their sacrifice and salute them still.

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

Absolutely freaking awesome Rod 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸SEMPI FI🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@jimkastor3876]

Beautiful work,thank you for your service and patriotism.

[@bettysanborn1991]

A Beautiful heart you have. To all who have served and to those who have lost a loved one I stand with my hand over my heart to honor you in my own small way.

[@ahsquared1]

It goes beyond words... God bless and Semper Fi my friend.

[@nkelto]

Beautiful. Thank you for your service and God bless.

[@stephanieruggles7783]

Sometimes there are no words for feelings amongst other things. Therefore I bow my head in due respect to those who served for our freedom and peace. My grandmother always spoke well and kind of the American soldiers she met. She had American friends up to the day she died here in Germany. Beautiful piece and well done. Truly shows your perfect skills Rod. Semper Fi. Please stay safe and take care. Warm greetings from Germany.

[@jamesfouse3717]

Thank You for your service ,God Bless you, & very nice bowl

[@sandymaciver5801]

Wow! What an amazing bowl. The wood is gorgeous but the resin work was really great. I really love it.🤩🥳

[@ellengraham4677]

Beautifully made to honour All those that have and are serving.God bless from across the pond.💘

[@kimlindsey5178]

Rod, that is stunning. I hope you proudly keep that on display in your home. As our country gets ready to honor those brave soldiers who gave their lives so that we can be free, I also want to thank all of you who are currently or have served in our military. You are dedicated and brave. Thank you.

[@Ofageover50]

Thank you for this beautiful tribute, I was remembering my son who passed away in 2007 after serving two tours in Iraq. His first as a Marine the second as a Soldier.

[@RHumphrey]

God bless you and your family. I'm very sorry for your loss.

[@jilldavies7094]

Stunning. Every respect to those who fought and fell.

[@kobiekaasjager4822]

Fantastic and stunningly beautiful magnificent and spectacular.

[@edcarpenter5986]

A Wonderful tribute to our fallen brethren! Semper Fi

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you so much Rod. This was a very heartfelt tribute. God bless you for doing this. Gary

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, my brother. I thought about listing all the names I know personally that have fallen, but then didn't want to limit its meaning... I know you understand. God bless you as well. Semper Fi

[@elfowl6873]

Absolutely beautiful, WONDERFUL work!!!! Thank you for posting.!!!--------------------Rex

[@mkeenan5516]

Rod I think a lot about those that I served with and didn’t come home from Vietnam. Thank you so very much for your tribute to them. Doc

[@RHumphrey]

I understand completely, Doc Keenan. Semper Fi

[@michealmcconnell485]

Outstanding thank you for your service 🇱🇷

[@terrimyers3337]

Thank you for your talent, the silence and sharing them with us. Semper Fi

[@DSMC46]

Thank you for your service. And thank you for all that are serving and did serve. My father and brother are vets. I sent them this video. My father called me crying and told me that this is a really heart felt and beautiful tribute to our warriors both here and gone. So, thank you for all you do and for all the beauty you bring us. We love you and wish you all the happiness you give to us.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you so much, Deborah. Please give your father a Semper Fi from me, and your brother too.

[@glencrandall7051]

Outstanding workmanship. A beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, my friend!

[@curtisbancroft4070]

Beautiful tribute bowl Thank You for Sharing with us

[@DelinquentBehavior]

Thank you, sir, for such a beautiful piece and such a beautiful memorial.

[@Theleftroad]

If I had that, I’d cherish it forever!

[@copperowlwoodturning5929]

Free hand router work. 👏👏💪 that looks awesome. Great project. 😊😊😊

[@leoleddon1420]

Awesome, just completely awesome. Thank you for sharing.

[@nancyallsgood8710]

Wow! Just wow! Thanks for your service! Your patience is astounding!! Such skill!