Always: a letter to my mum

Dear Mum,
You always told me to reach for the stars. Well, I took my own winding road but I always knew to follow your lead. You always pushed us to our limits. When I was a child you threw me out of the car miles from our house and urged me to find my own way home. You let me jump into a river to sink or swim. You and Dad taught me and my sisters independence and loved us with fierceness and tenderness. You were always an adventurer. You took glider lessons dressed as a boy, enlisted during WWII, toured Germany as a ballet dancer after the war. You flew treacherous routes as intrepid cabin crew for start-up airlines. You took us into the great unknown on family holidays. You treated everyday as the chance to explore. Before the word existed, you were always an entrepreneur. You helped make ends meet by creating your own small businesses. You showed me how to grow a company; how to treat people; how to be creative; how to balance work and play; how to live. You were always a romantic. You and Dad showed Joan and me the way to build a life filled with humour and heart; open humility; honesty and happiness. You showed us the value of kindness; the magic of laughter; the beauty of music; and the joy of family. You were always my guiding light at Virgin Galactic. You shared with me that the day we named our mothership VMS Eve was one of your happiest. You always knew Eve would start my journey to space one day, just as I always knew you would do the impossible for me. Well Mum, I was a child with a dream looking up to the stars. Now I’ve seen the unimaginable wonder of space, carried by our mothership which carries your name, and will carry the next generation of dreamers into space. You were always a dreamer. You urged me to strive for every opportunity I saw. You told me to chase my wildest fantasies to live life to the full. Well, the brave may not live forever but the cautious do not live at all. How you lived, how you loved, and how you are missed.
Dad always said, “Isn’t life wonderful?” and you both showed us that it was.
Always.

[@pengjoon]

“The brave may not live forever, but the cautious do not live at all…”

[@musicduck2251]

"The Brave may not live forever But The Cautious do not live at all". Me: What Am I Doing With My Life??. Comment 02

[@mikegtar]

@@musicduck2251 Nothing wrong with being cautious either, we can all lead good lives in our own way. Won't find me leading a huge business organisation or going to the edge of space. But my cats think I'm awesome (especially at meal times!)

[@Alex_Christin]

@@musicduck2251 a simple life can also be beautiful. Live the life in your own way.

[@thewrightfamily369]

What’s does brave mean to you?! Someone who spend billions and takes in millions upon millions?! Fuck him! Try to get government money during Covid, probably did, and then try to sue because he didn’t get a contract supposedly! Fuck Numb Nuts!

[@winnieliu9842]

@@musicduck2251 what do you want to do with your life? Find your passion then

[@Mr6sess]

This is one of the most incredible ways to honor Mum. I'm sure I'm not the only one with tears rolling down my face! I'm going to go call my Mom right now just to tell her I love and appreciate her.

[@petertripp413]

Tears rolling down your eyes? Smh... what r u taking about@kyleBannister

[@RogerH_CxP]

@@petertripp413 tf is your problem? Smh..

[@earningbabatricks]

Mom is god for own children

[@herss31]

At the point.. i m in tears too.... God bless us ..b

[@dianaa.9122]

☝🏻😭

[@ccchhhrrriiisss100]

I don't care if you sweep streets, run a multi-national corporation or fly to the edge of space, but a GOOD man will always love his mother.

[@charro4254]

Amen brother

[@ShadowMewtwo2]

The love, support, and nurturing from a mother is truly the greatest gift a person can get.

[@melesewajino1584]

Can’t agree more…..

[@chesterwhelks4743]

…after the abandonment miles from home and throwing into rivers, of course.

[@kathleen4376]

A mother or father’s attention or time is the greatest gift they can give their children. I cannot thank my parents enough for the time they spent with me and my sister. I’m sorry to hear of your loss, celebrate her memory whenever you can !

[@jdmrc93]

One of the most heartwarming stories ever told.

[@dhruvsarda8055]

U are right 😭

[@patriciariley5922]

That was a beautiful letter to your mum Sir...we may lose our mother's but we will never forget them and we will miss always...thank you Sir Richard for sharing your love for your mum with us all...

[@Marydecor8]

Bless your heart..your Mum will always be proud! My husband died flying. I know he wouldn't have missed the experience of flight. His glider made his spirit soar. Congrats on your flight to space! What a way to celebrate your Birthday!!

[@allesandra22]

May God always Bless you, Sir Richard Branson. Loads of Love and Respect from India.

[@Funnypicsinmotion]

Your mother is an amazing women. She lives through you!

[@Pujababluofficial]

I am from India but I loved Richard Branson's Ideas What a creative mind person

[@ishanbhati75]

Me too

[@bardiamousapour]

as an Indian you’d better to make some toilet gor 800 million people.No one needs you to think about space.Fix your poverty first

[@ThatBoomerDude56]

@@bardiamousapour If the world "fixes poverty first" then it will never fix poverty. The only way to fix poverty is by advancing enterprise and technology.

[@lol8q]

@@bardiamousapour Indians hv mouth like ur

[@thenoobdashow7428]

@@bardiamousapour better u check WHO report , it says 98.7% of people have proper sanitation in their home, 800 million people that's the old data.

[@GudieveNing]

Saw this during your superb first space flight the other day (congrats!) and it bought me to tears, so heartfelt and genuine. Absolutely lovely and she would be so proud of you.

[@sistergracefletcher]

Such a beautiful blessing in honouring the Lord. You honoured your parents, especially your mom. May the blessing of salvation be the ultimate blessing to your soul experience yet.Blessings

[@saygr8]

You have achieved what we only dreamt sir, I promise to take that legacy with me as I move forward. (A 26-year-old)

[@saygr8]

@Amanda Ohrstrom lol. I see your sarcasm is strong and dry.

[@rafitohornero3850]

@Amanda Ohrstrom you never knew what he actually did in his live. You know him personal ? Are you his neighbour ? .

[@okenwaayomikun]

Future parents need to love their children with fierceness and tenderness.

[@wilmerpadilla3418]

Wish i had a mom like his, i never had an adult person in my life to give me atleast 1 life advice,

[@hayaglamazonluxe]

I just love that the mothership was named after his mother. So inspiring that his parents supported his dreams.

[@rasheedcunningham1075]

Damn you fools are fast asleep😂😂😂. Wake tf up

[@TheNefastor]

It sounds like his parents _gave_ him his dreams.

[@TheNefastor]

@@rasheedcunningham1075 So you're "awake"... what have you been up to ?

[@kathleen4376]

What an inspiring woman and role model his mother was ! Celebrate these people …. Thanks for sharing !

[@humanawareness3774]

you are amazing human being on this planet .. thank you for new creation and dreamer .💖

[@daniel2Pacforever]

True inspiraton. Thank you Mr Richard Branson

[@milliecusick1167]

I loved the way your story of your mother was .made and you can tell how much you loved her she would be so proud of you and what you have achieved 💞💞💞

[@anonymous-ht2wl]

Wow there's more to this rich old business man than I ever thought. Subscribed. What a mother!

[@sagorbarua529]

This is really wonderful. We should also take care of our Mom & Dad and also thanks to them for give us the chance to see the life. Love you all. Richard you are really an awesome person. I respect you..

[@nofitaandhayany3186]

y Allooh.. you love your mom very much.. amazing.. your mom make you one of the richest man in the world.. one the success man in this planet.. send my best regards to your mom.. you have a great mom.. an offcourse great father..

[@marlenemcgovern1045]

Happy Birthday Richard ❤ Your parents are with you in spirit, smiling and wondering possibly, " What next Richard "? The Stars... Thank you for sharing your dreams, accomplishments, daring moments about the globe. Most of all, thank you for sharing your infectious Positive attitude of Life. Wishing you a Spectacular day😄👍🏼 Aloha always 😎🤙

[@johnroberts9560]

Hi Richard , this made me sad , I wish my mom was still here , she passed away in 2012 , I miss her everyday , I love you mom , R.I.P !!! 😢😭🌷🌸💐🌺🌹🕊❤

[@shalinisingh7540]

How old are u?! May her soul rest in peace ☮️

[@johnroberts9560]

@@shalinisingh7540 I'm 55 yrs old

[@Zoubirking-1970]

@@shalinisingh7540 n how old are you going to be

[@maxtiwari8775]

Rip

[@JodBronson]

@@johnroberts9560 - Learn to cherish her love and the memories!

[@victorginger]

your mum is so proud of you Richard, you are inspiring the next generation of dreamers

[@tbm_mx]

Well deserved dream come true Mr. Richard Branson. You speak for how humans must behave, with passion, respect for others, create new opportunities, love and being humble. Fantastic inspiring video, your Virgin Galactic flights will be No. 1 🍀

[@Shonasana]

Love from India....God bless you.

[@peace6646]

God do not exist

[@earth_9655]

@@peace6646 🤡🤡

[@vinayakrastogi05]

@@peace6646 yea well you’re not wrong

[@ketchup2826]

@@peace6646 yep

[@denisuem]

@@peace6646 to you.

[@miteshchauhan1426]

That's what every mother does. They are our guiding souls. Always listen to your mother... 🙏🏻

[@joeniarloveufull]

I watched this 5 times in this week. Loved it.

[@Suffer-grow]

*The brave may not live forever, but the cautious do not live at all* . Very Inspirational

[@abhishektandon8373]

Wassup anti indian troll.

[@tomjones2121]

A loving tribute to a most spectacular woman who raised a most spectacular man .

[@mryandrahere]

Wonderful gratitude and an amazing devotion.

[@KENB-fk1ir]

Priceless ❤️🫂 "mom"!

[@ButterflyLullabyLtd]

I love hearing stories where parents have helped a child to dream and achieve. Beautiful story. Thank you for Dyslexic Thinking. The next generation will hopefully have more value in the school system so they too can reach for the stars. ♥️

[@waterfront4me]

What a GREAT MAN GIVING GREAT RESPECT TO HIS MOTHER. I saw were he said his mother gave him 200 pounds to start his desire to be a business builder when he was only a young teenager and to this day has GREAT RESPECT FOR HER ROOTING HIM ON TO EXPLORE. GREAT SON!!!! GREAT MOTHER!!!!! THUMBS UP!!!! Little did she know she mentored a future billionaire who's desires is for all to enjoy life and all we have around us and in our grip. WOW!!!!!

[@yao5652]

That’s mom’s power and that’s love’s power!!! ❤️

[@RichardBranson0]

Thanks so much for the morale push. its has been your prayers and support that has kept me at my best. May the good lord bless and guide you.

[@TheNefastor]

"You always told me to reach for the stars". Me and my Asperger's are applauding how literally you took that.

[@NJTDover]

Mum has always been there for us since we were born. No matter how old we are, we shall always be their little boys. Richard's dogged perseverance and humble attitude inculcated by his Mum have taken him to the stars. Indeed a role model for the younger generation to fully emulate. This amazing video brought tears to my eyes and made me realize that in spite of his rugged exterior, Sir Richard is a tremendous human being with a heart of gold. All the best, Richard!

[@Lucky-vx5gm]

Beautiful.....it is a wonderful Life....bless you and your family.....and having amazingggg mum and dad ...they forever live in your heart..... leaving beautiful memories for you to cherish......thank you for sharing your love story..... 🙏🙌🌠🌈✨✨✨✨✨✨🌈

[@Lucky-vx5gm]

My family didn't let me live my life and I am deslexic too...I never had the support. I say this to all mothers and fathers..... pleaeeeeeee live and let live....love your child like no tomorrow support them in their dreams so that one day they can stand on their own feet and make you the proudest mum and dad.... listen to your child's needs for they too are here on earth to live their life just as you are. God bless humanity....and god bless the world. 🌠🌈🙏🙌💕

[@pafloco]

✈️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻Never stop Richard ! Thank you !!

[@meenakshijain367]

All mums are best They taught us to be strong God bless all

[@sadhankumar9085]

Great job Richard..well done!!

[@muhammadusama6040]

"The brave may not live forever, but the cautious do not live at all".

[@favianmadrid6345]

I liked that

[@musicduck2251]

"The Brave may not live forever But The Cautious do not live at all". Me: What Am I Doing With My Life??. Comment 01

[@fantasticunimportant5493]

the bave?

[@normangabbard8816]

Richard.. That was So Amazingly Beutiful.. Your Mom is Smiling Down at You.. She is so very proud...

[@KenworthK100]

beautiful history, congratulations

[@jojomafia214]

Absolutely beautiful! 💜

[@multyprosto6923]

Your Mum is great !! 🌹💐🌼💮🌷🌸🏵️

[@krazitreehuggeronetribe2058]

Your Mama must be very precious, stay Blessed

[@marleyhenrique5008]

Uma homenagem muito bonita, uma história inspiradora, parabéns pelo sucesso Sr. Branson.

[@veronika628]

Beautiful ❤️ Mothers are the strongest creatures in the world

[@jsvendsen6256]

I am sure your mom is proud of you, Richard. Over the moon, so to speak. What a lovely tribute to an obviously incredible woman. I'm am positive she is thrilled.

[@ernestomarichalar3623]

I can feel the emotion you feel, nice words, thank you for sharing this tribute to your mommy. God save you always. 👩‍👦

[@selwynjsilk5379]

What a fascinating story about “MOM from son💞

[@rangraj693]

Sir mom is greatest gift of God. You ask a person whose mom is not then see his/her face and feel . Everyday I cry when I remember her.😑😑😑

[@russelllambert2576]

I have watched this 10 times and I can't stop crying. . Mother dearest, your my rock in a sea of chaos. ..

[@RJRussoVids]

“Well, the brave may not live forever but the cautious do not live at all.” Amen.

[@marcusjacob6430]

So emotional.Bravo.

[@onyangoloveofficialchannel8329]

Inspiring ! Amen 🙏💐

[@rallycsx]

You know Richard, I have been following your space program for years. There was a time that I used the learning from the tragic feathering crash as a speech on error prevention. I wondered if you would ever see this dream come to reality. I am so happy for you and the Virgin Galactic team! While some compare you to Elon Musk, I understand that you have blazed your own trail. This has truly changed the paradigm. Thank you sir, you are an inspiration.

[@santoshgoutam9380]

you said that you cheated death 75 times and there was a friendly star saving u all the time, you know who it is :) true inspiration to all

[@sleeperno1215]

Sir Richard, you have been an inspiration to me my whole life. Thank you sir for all you do for the rest of us.

[@nigelcarren]

"The Cautious do not live at all!" BRAVO, absolutely mon ami... absolutely. 🌞🇬🇧

[@jeridijr3871]

Gabon?

[@Jayyy667]

Opinions vary, but herd mentality does not.

[@mostar-kun980]

Berbahagialah yang masih memiliki ibu, cintai dan bahagiakanlah dia karena surga berada ditelapak kaki ibu. Beruntungnya anda memiliki segalanya dan bisa keluar angkasa,sedangkan saya dan banyak yang lainnya masih banyak yang kekurangan, jangankan bermimpi keluar angkasa untuk makan saja sangat susah apalagi ditengah pandemi seperti ini. Great Mr. Richards..GBU

[@JitendraSingh-iq6yk]

wooooo...amazing and wonderful. must be a movie trailer in future

[@caballitopirata3112]

Has sido muy afortunado por esta hermosa familia.. Felicidades pareces un Ángel venido a la tierra

[@vangelisboudlis9342]

Well done mate. Our mothers guidance and love will never be forgotten. We miss our mothers everyday and l salute you for the tribute to your mother as l cherish and pay homage to my mother each and every day.

[@Emiiii_cute]

Wao i really admire the energy Mr Branson transmit. Hope to have the pleasure to meet him someday. My respect to him and his legacy.

[@ABHISHEKKUMAR-bb6mv]

Too... good.... 👌👌👌 Wish you all the best 🎉🎉

[@jonsigt2056]

i also missing my mum... And I think shes proud of you. Almost reach the stars. But what the next generation think? its beyound that. Its the start of the new beginning. To be interplanetery.

[@victor_sztuka]

Достойно! Well done, Richard!

[@hiteshameta-4060]

I'm BIG fan of you .......Love from Udaipur (INDIA) आपने ऐसा कर दिखाया जिसे में दिन के सपने में देखता हूं।।।।।।।।।।।।💐💐💐💐💐💐💐 आदरणीय सर जल्दी आपके बाद में इस मुकाम को हासिल करूँगा😒😒😒😒

[@shoutout.kokain8713]

My mother and father left my brother and I in hospital in Dallas in 1993. Must be nice to have type of love!

[@raywan5205]

Truly an inspiration.

[@pritibawa8893]

Wonderful. Amazing

[@karenlake2777]

Richard Branson I very sorry that u lost your mom u loved her very much i know how u feel I mean I haven’t lost my mum but I know how a sad u are your a good guy Richard

[@sebastianlim2499]

Lovely message Sir Richard, really amazing to see what you have achieved, really admire you!!

[@ms.cellaneous7458]

That was beautiful. Thank you, Sir Richard, for sharing.

[@pouya7657]

Beautiful! the same as Virgin Galactic , more good days coming for space travel and "Spce" soon!

[@keishab1968]

I just pray, that one day my children see me with the eyes the way you do with your Mum. Congratulations Mr. Branson. Job well done!

[@rodrigolerenagutierrez3708]

Life well lived boss 🙏🏽 Mush respect to your amazing parents & mama is always #1 💚

[@laylaali5977]

Beautiful tribute to a wonderful mother

[@eamonntwomey6888]

With your mother's influence for love and adventure of the world, you have created your dream and reached the stars,

[@ventibreeze6648]

How beautiful.

[@HindustaniYT]

The only one who can love you selfless, is Mother ❤️❤️

[@jacksonpatrick3454]

Incredible way to honour your mother ♥️

[@DamsLifestyle]

Very encouraging words.best tribute to a loving mum.

[@RichardBranson0]

Thanks so much for the morale push. its has been your prayers and support that has kept me at my best. May the good lord bless and guide you.

[@isyanaandrian2]

Inspiration for the next gen, saluuut for your effort and the tim Sir Richard Charles Nicholas Branson 🙏. Just keep going with the spirit.

[@topannurpiet75]

I really love someone who glorifies his mother Love from indonesia

[@dl6490]

What an amazing lady 💕💕

[@goodjoseph220]

I wish I can love my mum that way. She never brought me up or made me feel like a kid to her. Its a war I fight everyday.

[@jorgesanchez2934]

Wow Mom .. Beautiful.

[@leanhnguyet71]

Moms are the best every species can get .

[@waltersobchak7275]

You seem like a cool guy. Like you have a soul. Most of those rich people act funny detached. I’m impressed by anyone who loves their mother.

[@gatozaoficial]

Esse homem pra mim é um louco um louco feliz é isso que importa felicidades que Deus abençoe você e sua família.

[@kellingtonlink956]

Touching. Thanks for the video.

[@HrithikaAdhrit]

You're true Legend. Mr. Richard Branson.

[@steveferguson8047]

Beautiful story, this helps us to rekindle our own dreams! THank you!

[@kidslearning1022]

A great model 👌

[@muizzztariq]

Your mum would've a proud mother today!