Appalachian Trail 2024 - I Think My Momma Would Be Proud of Me

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

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[@DartmoorPaul]

Another truly wonderful video, Derek. I keep using that word as superlatives don’t do justice to the quality of your film making. If you’re not making tv documentaries in the future something is wrong and the world at large would miss seeing your talent 😊

[@leahalonso2392]

I’m loving your videos. Your philosophy is so heart felt and sincere. Note… Elvis was born in Tupelo,Mississippi . His sentiment is admirable. Keep on hiking and sharing.

[@kathrynrose5241]

I’m certainly proud of you. Love your videos. ❤️

[@JohnSmith-ef2sp]

Love the instant chopsticks! Whatever works! Enjoy the videos, thanks for taking us along.

[@MaineUSA]

I have no words. Best 🙏

[@jeremymiller385]

That's my buddy Ben and we worked together and spreading her ashes was his goal. He IA a great human bean and a true friend to me. That was Amazing you both share similar stories.

[@margf.6773]

Nice video, Derek. Thank you.

[@collegedad8656]

You are on an incredible adventure. Hike on👍

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

I’ve spent this evening catching up on all of your AT videos, and a couple more before. Im sad to only now see one left for me to watch. Cj one, I’m left wanting more! You are a very special person. You make sense to me, in a world that makes me feel so lost and alone. You give me hope that not all is lost in this world. Thanks for being you and sharing this journey.

[@jimhenderson387]

Very, very cool video! Thanks again.

[@thewalkingraven]

Derek!.. This is Plan 9! I just watched the video and it pulled at my heart, strings! It speaks in volumes for you to tell my story. Thank you my man! ..my brother from another mother🙏

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Ah thanks so much. You made this video really special so thank YOU! Hope to see you later or tomorrow 🙏🙏

[@toddjohnston4788]

You both are Beautiful people with powerful meaningful words...thanks for sharing 😊

[@pshearduk]

A truly heart warming video Derek x

[@jonathanwtea]

Bravo, Derek! Thank you for your thoughtful insights and storytelling!

[@annregan5330]

Hello you I been watching your videos they are so good and so inspiring I'm starting to watch walking Ireland and the Appalachian trail 👣 I wish you a safe journey bless you👍👍🚶🚶👋👣❤

[@LomanB]

"That there, that cloud, that's your problem. In the grand scheme of things, that cloud is your problem. It might even be gone tomorrow. Either way, it's not going to last. This too shall pass". Holy God" What magic in the moment, Derek. As always, this is another stunning piece, weaving a beautiful narrative and a story of the people you are with, yourself, and the journey's landscape together into such wonderful storytelling content. You have been a key inspiration for me to have a go at the Wicklow Way. As a somewhat unfit, overweight 54-year-old, the training is hard, but I am aiming for this Autumn. Did 11k in Crone Wood last weekend with a backpack of water and books in training. What sort of weight are you carrying? Lastly, Is there any chance you might cover how you manage to edit and upload such incredible content on the fly from the AT?? Its staggering! Touching some wood here in Dublin, that you continue to travel injury and pain free....

[@nojabhere]

You're some man for one man 🇮🇪

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Haha thank you !

[@wagnerswagner496]

Your style and message is fantastic. Thank you for sharing your journey and being vulnerable. Cheers

[@mushercdn]

Bullseye. Right in the feels. The perspective in the narration, as well as in the filming, make for a worthwhile watch. Thanks for the video.

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Ah delighted to hear this! Thank you for watching :)

[@themichaelfindling]

When I come to the end of your videos , I’m screaming in my head - no! There has to be more !

[@jmash41]

The mountain in the distance as your video was closing is named "Grandfather Mountain". It looks like the silhouette of a man’s face looking straight up. You were only about 10 miles away. When you get to Mount Rogers, Virginia, look for Grandfather Mountain again. If the weather is clear you can see it from about 45 miles away. BTY, you're right. There are still some people in America with good moral values and strong honest convictions. Thank you from Alabama for sharing your adventure!

[@lynnmcguire2742]

I really appreciate how you always get to what is really meaningful in life in your interactions with people you encounter. Your videos are always uplifting and inspiring, Derek. Happy journey! ❤

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Thanks so much Lynn. I don’t have enough time for small talk haha I appreciate the kind words :)

[@valeriecarter836]

Derek that was a lovely video. I smiled the whole way through and it did me the world of good tonight. My Mam used to say 'This too shall pass' to me all the time. I love what Plan 9 is doing for his Mother. You are looking great, stay safe x

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Hey Val! Lovely to hear from you as always and thanks so much. She was right…this too shall pass!

[@KWB9541]

You made remember, "America, the Beautiful" is not the outliers that get hyped and sensationalized in politics and media. The outliers get attention and are quickly bought with our emotional energy even though they will pass. The lovely, pure, and beautiful are deep, spiritual, and lasting. Thanks and God bless!

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Thank you Kenneth. This was a lovely comment to read 🙏

[@GrahamOCheallaigh]

Great video Derek, very meaningful. Can relate very much with you on this. I've always embraced "this too shall pass", it's really helped my family put things into perspective. Bitter sweet watching your trip, I'm out of work with back issues the last couple of months & as much as I'm enjoying watching along, I'm itching to get out of the sprawl 😃. Keep up the great work 🙏

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Sorry to hear about this Graham and wishing you all the best with the recovery 🙏

[@ubermike412pgh9]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Sailor14223]

G’wan ya legend, nice to hear from you. Stay well & be happy. 😃

[@TimNolanOfficial]

Brilliant again loving the tranquility of this trip

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Thanks very much for the feedback Tim. All the best 🙏

[@td6369]

Derek where are the rest rooms on the trail are you doing the Whole trail all 2000 plus miles

[@Sdal2593]

This episode made me very emotional. I love the cloud analogy. I think you need to screenshot that and print it out as a keepsake with the saying on it. Brilliant videos. I'm really enjoying watching you walk the AT. I'm secretly hoping you do, safely, encounter a bear, though.

[@sherrygreene9678]

Home sweet home. I'm homesick and need to get a trip back to my mountain.

[@troyjenkins3886]

There are a few places i feel connected to,like i belong there,and its never cities.Im so glad you are living a life from self torture and ultimately destruction.Hike on my friend and thanks for sharing.

[@goodwaterhikes]

WOW! What else can I say

[@johnparis9960]

There is no coincidence. Beautiful work once again.❤

[@petergrant286]

it might be gone tomorrow... nice one mate.

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

This journey I’m watching …it’s like reading a good book. I’m conflicted because I want to see each episode to see how it goes and what we learn. I want to share the laughter and the knowledge. I want to see how it all turns out. Yet, I do not want to see it end.

[@sonnywhelan9928]

My grandfather’s saying ,got me through a lot of tough times , still walking with you 😅

[@OpiePeppercorn]

You never fail to impress, Anh, you truly have a talent. The David painting is stunning. I was relieved to see Jon have a comfy chair instead of the metal folding chair. Love the green wall color and dark wood on his desk.

[@joannthomas1911]

Thank you again for another wonderful video. Losing a parent is a tough transition to deal with emotionally and isn’t easy at any age especially in your 20s. Blessings and safe travels to you 😊

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Thank you Joan. Yes It’s hard at whatever the age 🙏

[@EddieJoe55]

Derek, you, my brother, are delightfully brilliant! Thank you for ministering-yet not knowing you’re doing so.

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Thanks so much Eddie 🙏

[@acoeseviagens]

Why do you like to travel alone, why do you like to stay on hostel, camping and hotel, why do you like to talk to unknown people, said my friend. You know, the conections sometimes are so strong. Its not coincidence, the point is you always give and recieve something. Strong and lovely episode, very nice buddy.

[@AnthonyTyson-ym5gs]

Nice Vidz Lvye 4Ever Compadrez

[@musingwithreba9667]

Beautifully done, as always.

[@knottynumbers44]

Elvis was born in Mississippi but I get it, I do, and I’m sure his mama won’t mind because his intentions are true. I’m spreading some of my mother’s ashes myself this weekend on a trek to the middle of nowhere Iowa so she can be with her people in a cemetery holding several generations on that side of my family. Thats where she belongs, and that’s where his mom belongs, and Elvis was a Mamas boy too. May we all honor the journey.

[@maureenp7082]

It's funny how much I say, "This too shall pass" to my daughter, who has two children under three years old. When she has tough times like both ill at the same time, I remind her it shall pass. I was a single mother most of my kids' lives. It was what I said to myself to get through the tough times. You're very inspiring. I do feel a bit sad when your video is over, however. I would prefer an hour, sir.😂❤

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Thanks so much Maureen. Delighted to hear you enjoy the videos so much. If I made hour long videos, I would not be present with the people or time on the trail ;)

[@bruceosborn744]

Hello you! Love the narrative, Derek. I look forward to every episode. I have hiked some of those same trails, only in much smaller sections. Would love to thru-hike the whole trail someday, but my age may prevent it by the time I have enough time to do so. So for now I am living vicariously through your journey, and loving the bits of wisdom you are sharing. And this episode is probably my favorite so far. Keep up the good work and the encouragement we are all gaining from your walk through the woods. Blessings to you.

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Lovely to know this Bruce and thank you for the kind feedback. All the best 🙏

[@anniedavis4569]

Fabulous video yet again and it really makes me want to get out there and walk which I have been doing in preparation for the Camino. Love interview with your friend honoring his mother. Thanks Derek for all the hard work u put in

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Thank you Annie! Love that you are doing the Camino :) Buen Camino

[@SermonOnTheTrail]

I'm enjoying your videos, brother. My wife and I are about to visit Ireland from Michigan. We can't wait!

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Thank you Eric !

[@christinabourke4854]

So cool he's bringing his mam's ashes to Elvis's birth place. It's incredible all the people that you get to meet on the way, they all seem to be very positive so it gives me hope for the human race! I hope it continues to go so well for you and your crew! 💚

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Yes and he is a fun person to chat with. We see him (plan 9) every couple of days 🙏

[@paddyo3841]

Thanks Derek enjoying the journey with you as we walk each other home

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Appreciate this paddy. We are all just walking each other home !

[@suemoore1965]

MY 91 YEAR OLD MOMMA PASSED YESTERDAY ❤

[@shannondenny3259]

I love how much encouragement you give by talking about and sharing difficulties and the wisdom you've learned along the way. Such an inspiration

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Thank you for the kind words Shannon ❤

[@RavenHikes]

Thanks for the good cry. My mom passed many years ago and she loved Elvis. She died on his birthday, but I was able to get her to Graceland and also the Grand Canyon. We did a road trip from Virginia to Californua. God bless mountain girls and down to earth mothers..

[@penumbrame]

Are you catching the synchronicity here with "the walking raven" and "ravenhikes" ? Very cool connection.

[@RavenHikes]

I did notice that. I need to start following him

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Aww I’m sorry to hear that your mom has passed. Thank you 🙏

[@walkandtalkinnaturefordepr3357]

Decooooo what about making a film program series for netflix. Dont film each day as a day. Think about a showcase of highlights. Introduction explanation. Different points of view. A middle where you look forward and back. An end where you look back and forward. And a sum up where you explain what happened to you that we didnt see. Dont get carried away enjoying yourself. This is a step to the future. This is your future. This is the future this is now this is life. This is you. You are the future. Iife is life. Breath in and out and repeat. Love you. Ps enjoy the a.t too much every minute of every day....❤❤❤

[@toddjohnston4788]

New sub

[@MachasDaughter]

That Lee is a genius with his homemade chopsticks. 😂

[@DerekCullenOutdoors]

Haha funny guy !

[@eointrsg]

Deana go maith a Derek. Nar laga Dia tú.