a (trail) love story.

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Usually around this time, I'll put together a wrap-up video of the previous year. But this time, I'm breaking a bit from tradition to get a little more personal. It's certainly hard for me to talk about the past year let alone the past couple of years without mentioning my partner and better half Hilary Matheson: / thehilaryann
I hope you enjoy this look back and the overall message and intention behind this film. Thanks to everyone for supporting this channel, both on Patreon and on KZbin - for everyone that has taken the time to like, comment and subscribe in particular.
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[@kawabus]

I'm not crying, you're crying. Master story telling, as always. Congrats!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼❤️

[@smallbert]

You're right...I'm crying 😭 Congrats Billy and Hillary.

[@jacobwolf5640]

I am crying.

[@Mischief-dj]

I have a tear

[@jacobhailstone417]

Lol I was going to comment the same thing 😂

[@zoebaz6969]

Billy: produces some of the most profound and thoughtful media around ultrarunning, a masterful visual artist. Also Billy: see that... Deer? But seriously, congrats to you guys ❤️❤️

[@HilaryAnn]

😂😂

[@thedude4065]

This is an amazing video, Billy ... it had me in tears a couple times. It's a very lovely and beautiful tribute to the forever love of your life. The Dude abides.

[@BillyYang]

Thank you for your blessing “Dude” ❤️

[@HilaryAnn]

Thank you, Daddio 🥰☺️. We love you so much.

[@BenParkes]

Congratulations to both of you. What a beautiful story.. wishing you both many happy trail miles together!!

[@BillyYang]

Much appreciated Ben ❤️🙏🏼

[@kimb2582]

Not me, a never crier, sobbing like a little baby. I am so happy for you two Billy!

[@alexmcdaniel9565]

As someone who 15 years ago proposed (successfully) to my wife at a remote mountain lake, you nailed it. Your proposal brought all the warm memories of ours flooding back. Congrats to you both, I know you’ll make the most out your one wonderful take

[@ChaRgiron]

I have tears and I don’t even know you guys personally. I guess i love the trails and I love a good story!

[@benulfers6861]

What a great video. These little personal stories are stuff that makes me love KZbin. The little everyday or once in lifetime stories that would never have space to exist without a platform like KZbin. It also gives hope to this lone wolf whose getting to the end of the first half in life that maybe there’s still hope to find someone.

[@BillyYang]

Always keep the hope. Thank you Ben ❤️

[@awaldvogel]

Billy, you've taken us strangers on so many adventures over the years, providing experiences many of us will never get first hand. Thanks for sharing this "greatest adventure" with us. This is one I've been blessed to experience for myself and can assure you it is amazing!

[@deldridg]

I'm a 54 year old man with wet eyes now, just so happy for you both. I really wish you both the very best, keep doing what you do and love each other like crazy. You've taken me back to my own proposal, here in Sydney on the harbour all those years ago, now still very happy together, kids etc. Thank you for moving me (again) and for shining a light on what's real and to be treasured in our lives in the way that only you can do. Love and hugs from Australia - Dave

[@stevejosepher7787]

That was. Simply. Beautiful. You're the only guy that could pull off a backdrop like that without someone's help! Congrats!

[@Belrene1225]

Aaah geez! I’m not crying at all. What a (trail) love story! Thank you for trusting us with your love story. Huge congratulations!!!

[@davidxiao64]

Thank you for showing what kind of life -- and what kind of love -- is possible. Trailblazing in so many ways. Props 🙌

[@allenvilleendurance]

Who took my tissue?! This is so awesome Billy. As a guy on the plane every week and spending more time in hotels then home, I absolutely know the struggle. It’s not an easy road, but it’s like a race you finish every day, your love will be that emotional finish line you can enjoy daily. Cheers my friend!

[@rajabose81]

Congrats Hilary & Billy! So Happy for you guys - you guys are a match made in heaven. Even this video turned out to be educational in more ways than one - I learned that Billy wears glasses, writes his 'Y' like I do, and Hilary spells her name with 1 'l'! ;-)

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼😬❤️

[@danalarcon]

Billy!! Impossible not to cry! I am very happy for both of them, they deserve the best in the world!

[@deldridg]

You and me both! 🙂

[@dwb468]

Billy, HUGE congratulations to you both! Well done, very well done.

[@akiv33401]

A TRUE (trail) love story Congratulations Hilary + Billy!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@forestwinterbourne]

That made my eye's rain . . . So Beautiful!

[@patrickkeeley6976]

This guy has so much filming talent. Crazy

[@paulsoderquist4788]

Haven't finished the video yet but your thoughts in the first two minutes are incredibly relatable

[@seanvonlost]

"see that deer" 😄I love that you'll have this story and those words forever captured. Beautiful story

[@LuisaBrimble]

That was so beautiful Billy & Hilary! Congratulations.

[@vtrider82]

Super Duper vid dude. Put me to tears while on my treadmill. Wicked happy for you. ☮️

[@jinijim1330]

Long distance love does work!! 😍 So happy for you both 👍🙏

[@fredecks4641]

Lotta people are afraid to run 100 miles. You've done that and more, and are now taking on the big kahuna! Congratulations to you both. Your video made me cry. 🙂

[@RUN_RGB]

Well done Billy. Wishing you and Hilary all the best!

[@sallywilliams1967]

A solid 2023 happy cry - congratulations to you both!

[@BillyYang]

🥺❤️

[@daddysoup71]

Thanks for the healthy morning cry, Billy! So happy for you and Hillary. 'Lone Wolf' has its place, but I'm so glad God didn't call me to that for a lifetime. Celebrating 30 years with my wife this August. Enjoy the journey as the 'Billy and Hillary' story unfolds with each step and every new adventure.

[@BillyYang]

oh wow, that's amazing Eric. thank you much!

[@DesFit]

This is a beautiful story. Congratulations to both of you! I'm sure the rest of the journey together will be filled with plenty of great adventures.

[@jenhenjenhen]

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing

[@moremilesmorefun]

One of your best videos. Been a subscriber for the past few years and have yet to find someone who's a better storyteller than you in this running world. Congratulations!

[@LuisBecerra79]

Congrats Billy and Hilary. You make a great couple, you deserve each other 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼. Wishing you both the best.

[@tingtong0998]

Lol. No longer a lone wolf. Finally found a wolfie. Congratulations to both of you. I am so happy for both of you. This is such a wonderful, heart warming and romantic clip I have ever seen. May you both enjoy the trail of life together. May your love grow stronger each day and produce many wolf pups. :) Have a wonderful life and stay healthy. :)

[@yorckpercy]

That‘s awesome Billy, but honestly , I expected no less. You could feel it throughout your latest content. Hugh congrats to the both of you from the other side of the pond.

[@mathieupaquet2133]

Happy Valentines Day

[@MarkGriffith]

Super happy for you both! Made me tear up! Congrats. 🎉

[@BillyYang]

Same here… it was a tough edit 🥺

[@ThePlantPoweredRunner]

I'm crying ❤❤❤❤❤ OMG I'm so figgin happy for you guys🏃🏻❤️🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@KevleVid]

Yes! Huge congratulations to you both - may the best of your past be the worst of your future

[@brettsuzo]

Congratulations!

[@davidjenkins2772]

Happy tears! Pulled it off. Shout out to the deer for the huge assist!

[@thebluedoorstep647]

A touching love story of two wonderful people. God bless your future lives together. Thank you for sharing.

[@HilaryAnn]

Love you mumsy!! ☺️🤗

[@hg77085]

I live in Miami and I've been following the channel since you started, and I'm very happy that two people like you who share the same passion for trail running join their lives with the Holy Matrimony. Lots of happiness for both of you. And long live trail running.

[@sauld42]

CONGRATS!!

[@denniskim4425]

Wow. Despite the chaos and uncertainty the last few years has brought on; there is still beauty that can be experienced and seen. Thanks Billy! I have followed and watched your videos for the past few years but never really had the chance or opportunity to chime in. Your ability, eye, and skill to draw in people from the running community and abroad is magical. I have been encouraged, determined, and inspired by you and your projects, podcasts as well. I too am a Korean, trail runner, trying to make sense of life through injuries, the pandemic and the day to day. Originally from BC, I don't know Hilary directly but we definitely have crossed paths through our degrees or separation from the trail running community. Congratulations to you both! I am still tearing up as I write this comment. I always look forward to new releases from you. May 2023 and beyond continue to grow you and take you places that you've never dreamed of. And now with your life partner as well. Adventure. Live. Repeat brother!

[@kerendg]

❤ultra congratulations to the both of you!

[@alesiabock9305]

I’m still crying over here… ❤

[@geneconvery4679]

Damn, ist so dusty in my office, today, my eyes keep watering hahaha HUGE congrats to you and Hiliery!!

[@kaimcbride]

Dude. You totally hit the feels. I'm so happy for you two. Thank you for sharing your world and art with us.

[@vuongers]

Congrats Billy!!!! Been following you for a while!

[@innesdunbar]

You made a grumpy old trail runner cry Billy! I’m so happy for you both, what a great way to propose as well. Hope you both have a long and happy marriage, you seem really well matched. Charlie Salami will be very proud of his Mum and Dad!

[@laurisoza]

Long time viewer first time commenting…. Soooooo happy for you both, truly. Congratulations ❤️

[@ldoughtyy]

I love this so much, Billy! Me and my (now) wife also had a couple of years long distance between the UK, where I'm from, and Vancouver, where she is from. Seeing your films and travels and interactions with Hillary over the past few years gave me so much strength and hope and reassurance that other people were dealing with the additional long distance struggles as well as the pandemic. All my love to you both and to your future together! Here's to love, adventures, and the trails!

[@BillyYang]

Thank you Liam! Blessings to you guys too ❤️

[@lisarunsfast7368]

What a beautiful moment! Congratulations and thank you for sharing this with us! ❤❤❤

[@lorileclair9336]

The most beautiful love ( trail) story EVER.!!! Love and Happiness to you both in this incredible ride called life!!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼❤

[@MrDaddyawn]

I'm not crying either.....it's just very humid. Beautiful and thank you for sharing.

[@buckmanriver]

The frame for the proposal was so perfect, high apline like in the background, trail in the foreground. I just started crying in anticipation of the declaration of love. P.S. The butt slap was the a tuching authentic act of affirmation. Congratulations guys!

[@vikingsruleU]

Live accordingly, not recklessly. Love that

[@katiechristianson1775]

So beautiful billy! You and (sally) actually helped my hubby propose to me in Santa Monica nike store! 😍 so happy for you guys. ❤️

[@BillyYang]

OMG of course! That was such a special moment...thanks for letting us play a part in that!

[@lizgreen2936]

Beautiful..... I cried..... ❤️❤️❤️❤️xx

[@BillyYang]

🥺❤️

[@pauldunning5933]

Congratulations, lovely video ❤️

[@pedrob8787]

When you find your other half, there is nothing better! Cherish it! All the best! 👍❤️

[@goranwinblad]

Congrats to both of you and thanks for sharing your wonderful story! Made me cry!

[@atmourad]

Congrats to the both of you!

[@henrybemis2961]

That. Was. Adorable. Congrats to you both!

[@BillyYang]

🙏🏼❤️

[@dreamingofarnold]

May your story last a lifetime and longer.

[@markphilpottultra]

There are two things at the top of my list of many, that make me love trail running and inspire me in different ways. 1). Killian Jornet and 2) Billy Yangs videos. THIS IS EPIC. Congrats to you both, many happy miles (kms) together.

[@zacheryringstrom952]

I'm a big fan of all of your work, but I especially loved this one.

[@bgberkley]

Congratulations to both of you! Here's to many years of happiness and adventure!

[@trailrunningphil]

Im not crying...YOUR crying!!!!! A glorious thing to witness. May you both be happy for a long long time ❤

[@danielle70592012]

Yeay, congratulations! Thank you for sharing your story with us.

[@Juan_More_Mile]

congrats you two!

[@BassTromBen]

This is beautiful, Billy. Congratulations. Your videos are always amazing, and this one didn’t disappoint. I’m glad you found a life buddy. She seems fantastic. 🥰

[@chrisyeung162]

I rarely comment, but this is one of the SWEETEST things I've seen on this platform. Thanks for sharing Billy!!!!

[@johnborton4522]

Beautiful story. Beautiful tears - both yours and mine.

[@turingbeing]

Nice one Billy, wishing you and Hilary all the happiness

[@nancymonroe8456]

Best thing on youtube!

[@wbed11]

While I have watched 'Western Time' maybe a hundred times; I really enjoyed the hell out of 'a (trail) love story.' Thank you, Billy Yang.

[@fmeloni73]

Oh my this is sooooo beautiful. Congratulations to the both of you. Happy trails and happy life together ❤️❤️ and thanks for sharing!

[@ered_lithui]

This is so beautiful, man. Congrats!

[@baldpacker11]

cutting onions while watching this video... Congrats Billy and Hillary!!!🥰

[@willkim2269]

Happy for you man huge congrats

[@trishthorne9044]

Bawling my eyes out…thank you for sharing something so private and personal…..we need more love like this in the world. Congratulations!

[@ksteege]

Amazing. Congrats to you both. So happy that you two amazing people found each other ❤

[@PodWebstah]

Love it and congratulations. All the best to both of you in the new year!

[@Steve-vr6mq]

For most of us, we only know you and Hilary by what we see on your videos. But, having found your channel during lockdown of 2020 and more recently being introduced to Hilary it comes across so clearly what genuine people you both are, full of gratitude and positivity. Good things happen to good people. Huge congratulations to you both.

[@laurajohnston6114]

I became addicted to your videos 6 years ago and by far this is the best one yet! Thank you for sharing such a beautiful moment with your subscribers. ❤

[@maretteboyle2549]

Oh man, I just discovered your videos (which are amazing, btw) and I literally teared up watching this! Congratulations!

[@dylannelson501]

I could not feel more joy watching this video. A beautiful story about beautiful people. May God bless you guys forever

[@peterm5877]

Ah man. I didn't see it coming, and then when i did i called to my wife 'babe quick, quick you've got to see this one', then the deer 🦌👌. Billy, you will always be the king of this stuff. What a ripper. Congrats guys. 😊

[@kristashilvock7574]

OMG this is the CUTEST freaking video announcing this! Congratulations to you both!

[@beaugentry3404]

Congrats, that got my wife and I both. Well done, very happy for you and Hillary.

[@NamNgo-nr7bz]

Congrats to Hilary and Billy! The next chapter should be amazing. Enjoy the journey.

[@kasianfranmitja5298]

Im not sitting here, 50 mins after its been published, in the middle of a rainy night by myself, crying. Nonono. This is the beauty of life.

[@sarahevans5241]

Congratulations!! Your videos helped me so much during lockdown when I was working as an ICU nurse in London UK. I wish you and Hilary many happy years (of running) and life together

[@edward_dantonio]

Congratulations!❤️

[@Saul.2910]

Yessssss!!!!! Congrats!!

[@endure_rare]

I’m not crying. Thank you for sharing this special moment in BY fashion ❤️❤️🍾🥂 Congratulations!

[@blightydodger]

Billy you captivated me and my partner who also recently got engaged, we had tears running down our faces with joy for you. You both radiate love, respect and happiness for each other. Having a relationship where each other sees the world through their partners eyes and sees what you see is very special. Wishing you a very happy future. PS please do more videos love watching them.

[@Intrepid_women]

🎉congratulations both of you ❤