Bottle brush Bonsai gets a much needed trim

[@RobertCecchinelli]

I reckon Seth would be pretty proud of his old man right now.

[@C1tyground5155]

What’s happened to Seth,I haven’t heard anything.

[@rebeccahunter725]

Good to see you back, you have been missed. Remember; healing is a relative thing and is ongoing. Take as long as you need and we will be here with a hand out to offer whatever gets you through. Love this tree and 🤞it responds with a bright burst of flowers!

[@Aussie_Roamers]

Woke up this morning to see a notification that you've uploaded a video. I've thought about you a lot over the last year, I can't begin to imagine how hard it's been for you and your family. Stopping in to visit you when I moved to WA was the highlight of my trip to meet you and your family and it shocked me when I found out the news as I'm sure it did for so many in your online community. We're all here for you Sam. Stay strong mate, we all missed you and glad to see you back.

[@Rasei1983]

Exactly my thoughts. I'm sure this message covers many of us and the way we've been feeling.

[@TheBonsaiZone]

Thanks Sam. This made my day!

[@hsvfanjan17]

Sam, I'm devestated to hear about losing Seth. He was always such a bright addition when he was in your videos, full of life, excitement and wonder. It always, always showed through what a fantastic team you two were and even a blind person was able to see what a deep father and son love you two shared. The connection you two had was something special and very powerful and strong. So strong it won't ever fade and I'm sure Seth won't forget it either, wherever he is now. Love like this transcendes everything and for sure he'll still feel that connection now. I hope you and your family get all the help and support you need right now. You may not see the light from deep within the dark hole you're in right now but believe me, there will be a time where the sky is a bit brighter again. Being in that hole is completely normal given the situation. With help of friends and family I'm sure you'll find the strength to climb up the hole. Even if it seems impossible and very far away right now. Also, and this is only meant as a friendly advice, it might be worth it to have a look at getting into therapy, in case you aren't already in the process of doing so. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness but of strength instead! I'm currently also in a very dark space due to a loss and eventually I realized I wouldn't be able to get out of that hole by myself. I just didn't know what to do anymore to a) not let things get worse and b) especially not how to improve things again. It's still a long way to get out of there but at least I'm climbing a few stairs right now. If you're in a similar state of mind, I'm sure it'd help you, too. No one has to endure this by themselves, it's said losing a child is the worst loss someone can feel. No shame in getting help. I wish you and your family all the strength you need and again, my depest condolences.

[@XaviersBonsaiRetreat]

No words can help you on your journey but be assured I will be supporting and praying for you and your family. Like you, I too had to pull myself out of a dark hole when my wife died suddenly. No journey is the same but the fact that you are making it, shows how much you treasure Seth and his memory. I am with you. God Bless

[@jdsgotninelives]

Mate. I'm sorry to hear such tragic news. Hope the bonsai brings you a bit of comfort. To you and your family I offer the deepest of sympathies.

[@BonsaiCornwall]

Your strength is astounding Sam thank you for putting this together for the community 💚

[@growclipbonsaiforseniors1951]

Loss of your son was hard. Remember he always lives in your heart.

[@FrostBiteBonsai]

SAM!!!❤❤❤❤ I wish I was close enough to give you a big hug! I'm glad you too the time you needed away. I'm also glad you returned! I can just imagine how difficult it must be. Thank you for this great video. It will be quite a job to get your trees back into shape. Really nice looking tree! Well trimmed Sir! Nice to see you back Sam. (Big virtual Hug)

[@Andelbonsaitt]

Great to see you, brother. You have been missed, surely.

[@NunoHD]

Man... l've got no words... I'm from Portugal, from the other side of this planet in which we live for just a little while... but despite the distance, seeing you coming out from that dark place really warmed my heart. I can't even imagine the strength needed to bounce from such a blow... I usually don't comment in any videos, but I really wanted to leave a word for you. As I read in another comment, he would be very proud of you... Keep strong!

[@robintodd3901]

You’ve been missed fella. Heart to you and your family for what happened. There’s no words for what happened except no one should have to go through it even though we’re helpless to do anything about it.

[@BlueSkyBonsai]

So sorry to hear of your loss Sam. But it's really good to see you back on the Tube again. Hope to see more videos soon, but no rush, take all the time you need. Stay strong!

[@MrEricandy]

Great to see you back sam. Useful video as always. You were the first person that got me first interested in bonsai 2.5 years ago

[@andrewt1176]

Great to see you back Sam! I’ve missed your videos. Day at a time legend.

[@kliether33]

You are an absolute joy to thousands of viewers. I'm so glad to see you come back to the light.

[@smack09]

No way... Blessed to see you again mate! 😊 we all been waiting awhile. Cheers! 🍻

[@planterbanter]

Welcome back Sammy ❤️ thinking of you and your family mate.

[@mariakellner5429]

Sam losing your son is devastating news ,my deepest condolences to all of you,glad to see you back ,be kind to yourself .

[@zachjohnson4472]

​@@masonbrowne6796He made a post on the No Rules Bonsai Facebook group (which he created, and is the Admin of) last year, not long after it happened.

[@Brosef1974]

@@masonbrowne6796Sam wrote about it in the video description

[@freddo223]

​@@masonbrowne6796 Sam also made a video announcing it last year. Not sure if it still up here

[@Brosef1974]

@@freddo223 looks like he removed his comment

[@jyothilavigne2263]

Dearest Sam, words are such meagre comfort for the loss you have to carry but I’m sure you know that all your loyal followers feel heartsore for you and your family. Please accept my sincere condolences. I am so happy you have your bonsai to help you through the journey to ease your pain. It was bonsai that brought you to this community. We are all sincere in wishing you well. Cheers mate, and hope to see you on here soon.

[@BaikoenBonsai]

I'm sorry for your loss. Words cannot express how we feel. Your passion is your legacy for him to continue.

[@AlexBraunton]

It's been such a pleasure to watch one of your videos and see you back on the big screen, Sam. You're a top bloke and I hope that all of this love and support from your fans shows you a bit of light mate. Take care

[@davidmorgan3508]

Sam, I have 7 bottle brush trees, that are small young and leggy😊.so after watching your video I'm going to cut back hard. I'm in Brisbane and the winter solstice was yesterday. So each day we will get more light. Great video ❤

[@rover790]

My deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. I cannot imagine the pain and grief you and your family are experiencing. So seeing your welcome face and great video today is a special bonus. You are amongst a caring and supportive community here on your channel. Do the videos if and when you can and hopefully you can take strength for our collective love. ❤

[@dannyellis971]

Nioce one bloke!

[@mixhaelfomiatti9886]

Absolutely awesome to have you back , you legend of a bloke

[@bastiv7806]

Hey man! i just spotted that my favorite Bonsai channel is back again. Love you and am proud of you, you climbed out of that dark hole for a while. you're strong man! feel hugged!

[@jg00000]

Welcome back Sam, its good to see you. I'm sorry for your loss. No pressure for regular vids mate, you are among friends here.

[@grantingvarson5002]

Full support from Perth to you and family Sam. You are adding immeasurable value

[@BackGardenBonsai]

ah man, there are no words for that type of brutal news! Truly heartbreaking, life really is unfair. My condolences to you and your family. Stay strong mate, just go easy on yourselves 💚

[@matthewchambers9712]

Sam glad to have you back. I know exactly where you have been 😢. Time is a great healer even if the pain never really goes away. Bonsai helped me, along with my entourage. I'm sure you will make it through stay strong mate and my thoughts are with you. Bonsai hard ❤

[@txkuntryboy]

Good to see you back brother. Lots of love from the US

[@eviln1nja679]

Hi Sam sorry for your loss, sending you and your family deepest sympathy hope you find your way out of the darkness. You and your channel has been my light when I lost my mum, you made me laugh during my darkest times. Take your time in coming back. regards Mark

[@bonsaiexpression]

It's nice to have you back Sam. Just remember your community is always here for you my friend. 😊

[@nom_b]

Oh Im so sorry about Seth. Every time I go out to my bonsai I think of you and Seth, and only yesterday I was thinking I should check out both your channels and see what you are up to. Ive been sick all year and hadnt been online much.. I cant believe such a tragedy happened, it makes my problems so small. I cant watch without crying so I will have to pause this for now and watch the rest later. Love and best wishes to you. ❤

[@gayefanner731]

So good to see you working on your signature tree, Sam, great job, liking the lichen too! You and your family are always in my prayers, the Lord is with you, strengthening and comforting, “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.”James 4 v 8. This video was a huge, brave step, well done; keep stepping out in faith in your life and your strength will grow. God bless you and all your endeavours 🙏✝️ 💕

[@mattbrennan647]

Welcome back Sam, missed your videos. You’re among people who care very deeply for you. It saddens me to think you’re troubled. Please try to Concrete on being grateful for what you do have in your life. Thanks, keep growing

[@mattaustralian6584]

Deepest sympathy's to you and your family. Great to see you back on Ytube. Always look forward Sam and cherish the memories. Hope to see more of your videos God Bless and take care of yourself for you and your family. .🙏🙏

[@margaretmiller4899]

I am happy to see you back. I can’t imagine the sorrow you’ve gone through. My deepest condolences to your family. ❤️❤️❤️

[@C1tyground5155]

Deepest sympathy from England.

[@elrickinslayer5821]

So glad to see you back on KZbin Sam. Words fail when faced with the sadness that you have had to endure. The thoughts and best wishes of all of us folk who follow you here are with you. Love from another old bonsai bloke in the UK.

[@The_Dood]

I'm very sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy for you and your loved ones. But, so glad you're back, I truly missed your videos. People often turn to bonsai for healing after hard times. You are my inspiration for half of my trees being natives, glad you didn't leave me hanging. I have too much tubestock now. I wanna see your mallee style further develop too!

[@tj37475]

No words from all of us are going to change what has happened Sam, but know that there are a whole bunch of people here grieving with you, such an unimaginable loss. Did Seth have any trees of his own, maybe you can work on them in the future as a dedication video? Look after yourself and your family and stay strong mate, we'll all still be here to watch your videos and learn when you feel up to it again. Take care Sam, my condolences TJ. Wish my bottle brush looked that good .......

[@horanbenjamin]

Great to see you again brother I was only out with my bonsai the other day when you and Seth popped into my head. Hope you keep posting videos would love to see how the gums are going around the place when / if you’re ready.

[@timameye7687]

Stay strong Sam, I wish you the best!

[@DavesBonsai]

So great to see you working on a tree! I am very sorry for your loss. I hope working on the trees helps your healing journey. Take care of you! The tree looks great and I hope you found some piece in working on it.

[@nerinat8371]

Lovely to see you, my deepest sympathy to you and the family. ❤

[@rodleys6686]

Your facebook group has been ploddin along and is still very popular. So great to have you back Sam.

[@C1tyground5155]

Deepest sympathies from England.

[@anditwasknownas]

Welcome back, Sam. We wish the best for you all. Lets keep watering our trees and helping bring new leaves.

[@kiku-goldenflower7731]

I'm sorry to hear about your family's troubles, but it's good to see a new video from you. I wish you and your family all the best moving forward.

[@CalnickySeattle]

Deepest sympathies to you and your family. Hugs from across many waters. One day at a time now.

[@Oterlia]

Dear Sam, Even though Seth's physical presence is no longer with us, his memory lives on in our hearts. Remember the laughter-filled moments, the warm hugs, and the precious times you shared together. Seth will always be with you, not just in memories, but also in the love and strength he instilled in you. Take it one day at a time, and remember that you are not alone in your grief. With deepest sympathy, Roy Fredrik Pedersen (Norway)

[@DrunkBonsai]

It's good to see you posting again; I had wondered what caused you and Seth to stop posting and I hadn't scrolled through old comments, so I didn't know. Honestly, the worst case scenario I'd imagined as not as bad as what actually happened. Seth was a great kid. I can't even fathom how hard this must have been for you. I wish I could give you a hug and sit down with you, drink a beer, and cry with you for a bit.

[@BostonBonsaiIdiot]

You're a stronger man that me Sam. Cheers, you're an inspiration.

[@Rstytrsrs4325]

So good to see you back Sam.

[@lukev9965]

Good to see you back mate. We love hanging out with ya. Much love from nz. Stay strong.

[@Kostas_Design_Studio]

Welcome back Sam! God Bless you and your family.

[@jeffcharnstrom4004]

Glad your back You have given me a lot of hope, stay well mate.

[@freddo223]

Glad to see you taking small steps forward mate, be kind to yourself and don't force yourself too much. I live up here in the bridge if you ever need someone to chat too whilst trimming tree. Please reachout

[@suz4keeps]

Thank you for coming back. Deep sympathy for you and your family

[@jejakbonsai95]

Very inspiring, thank you New subscriber 🎉🎉❤

[@kahnakuhl2009]

Great to see you back shaping beautiful trees, Sam - that's a fantastic example of a native bonsai. Sorry to hear about the hell you've been going through. I'll miss seeing your bonsai apprentice on screen - a great kid.

[@mattygroves]

So good to see the Aussie bonsai bloke! Thank you for sharing this beautiful tree. All my stuff is in the growing-out phase in the ground. It's nice to be able to see work done on trees like yours that are much further along.

[@stevenbonsai]

Thank you for sharing, Sam. Your bonsai family will always be here for you - be well🌳

[@thebonsaispud]

So sorry to hear about Seth mate, from my family to yours, our deepest sympathies. All the best mate, take care of you and your family and take it easy! Mate.

[@ryanbarnes3209]

Prayers brother. I’m glad to see you back. You’re a favorite to watch. Cheers mate!

[@Faequines_Bonsai]

Nice to see you back. Loss can be difficult to move on from, I'm happy to see your journey back into the light. Enjoy your trees, they will help.

[@alfredgrechbonsailicious4827]

Stay strong. In our prayers.

[@chrissnyder8415]

I hope you work through the issues you are facing. I wish you all the best my friend. Missed your videos.

[@dismian7]

Goodday Bloke, even in the darkest hour you are an inspiration and a light upon us all.

[@chasingframes]

So glad to see you back.......so sorry for loss couldn't even pretend to know what your going through 😢 hopefully your trees will bring some healing 🙏 to yourself

[@kurtsosinski7209]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, my condolences to you and your family

[@zakbouart]

Deeply sorry for your loss Sam. It's good to see you again. Wish you to find light over that dark place. Take care

[@patgreenwood9164]

Sending all the love mate. Getting out in the beautiful sunshine and doing bonsai On my way! Sure will help you heal somewhat. Take care mate.

[@maryweber4176]

This video must have been extremely hard for you to make, but glad to see you trying. I know from experience how difficult this can be, but please hang in there. It's a lot to just put one foot in front of the other, and I hope you're getting some help.

[@LetsDoBonsai]

Hi Sam - happy to see you back, one step at a time my friend just one step at a time - you've done well to get back here.

[@davebond8251]

Nice tree Sam and nice to see your face again,stay strong fella

[@rodneyvillis9665]

Great video mate - awesome to have you back on KZbin. Stay strong buddy. See you in a couple of weeks 👍

[@roddfrancis5816]

I’m sorry to hear I’ve been wondering what’s happened to you very I’ve missed seein videos from you glad your back and pushing yourself back out of that bad place you’ve been in well done

[@Steves_Backyard_Bonsai]

Glad you are back Sam. We missed you. So sorry for your loss mate.

[@rickygordon6104]

Glad ya back. Loads of respect.

[@wingnoit]

Great to have you back man. I hope you can find some solace in the tranquility and beauty that you create in these videos.

[@rainproofjeans]

That weeding *snap* edit made me lol… Great video as always. Thanks for sharing your work with us, and I hope your trees will help with your healing! ❤ from Alabama, USA

[@arnoldmmbb]

So sad to hear the news, I wish the best to you and your family in this hard moment, I will pray for y'all mate

[@laurameraz8751]

My condolences to you and your family. I am so sorry to hear this.

[@bonsaiexplorationoz]

Glad to see you back. I’ve been thinking about you. Don’t give up. Keep fighting. Soak up that blue sky mate. I lichen the lichen too. ❤

[@dianeandorchidsatvictorharbor]

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. As others have said you are among friends here. Hopefully through your videos and our comments we can help you find at least a few rungs of the ladder you need to climb out of that hole.

[@frederickdominguez4829]

Good to see you again. Hang in there friend. My heart goes out to you.

[@browpetj]

Great vid, and my deepest condolences. Guys, it's great to see positive comments. So here is a weird one. Practically nobody on here knows Sam and what happened. Hardly anyone here is "here" for him. When did ppl last meet for a coffee, lend a hand on a project, call on the phone or pop round for a chat? Never. He has his people and we are not them. We are here for ourselves. Typed words commenting on what happened basically means nothing guys, empty tokens from people that dont know. The people that are there for him are there, and they know. We think we care, but words are worth as much as the platform they are written on. Think before you send empty tokens becasue these are untruths you don't have to express.

[@jackbentley4442]

Very sad to hear mate, I could not imagine going through something like that. Stay strong and keep making videos, they make so many people happy.

[@greg27777]

Pretty stoked to see this vid pop up. Good on ya mate, hopefully I'll make it to a workshop at some point for a catch up.

[@kiwibonsai2062]

GOOD TOO SEE YOU BACK AUSSIE , I HOPE GETTING BACK INTO IT MAKES YOU FEEL A BIT BETTER , CHEERS .

[@andreasleiker262]

Oh man, it’s so good to see you again on KZbin. It made my day. Thank you

[@ericswann1417]

So sad to hear about the tragedy for your family. Best wishes.

[@Bearbok]

I was very happy to see a video from you today. I have thought of you and yours over the past year. I too have been dealing with tragedy and dark places for years. I wish you well. It's not easy to fight against the darkness but I try and remind myself to try and live in a way that would make those I lost proud. Although we are a mostly anonymous community on KZbin I believe there are a bunch of us who care for you and are rooting for you. Get help if you need it. That is an amazing tree!!!! Take care

[@pela1100]

Hoy aparecio tu canal para mi. Hermoso calistemo. Ojalá sigas haciendo videos y, ojalá, lo que sea que te haya pasado, puedas sortearlo pronto. Saludos desde Argentina. Salud !

[@michaels.8663]

I'm so sorry for your loss Sam, such horrible news. Praying for you and your family.

[@TomMoad]

Thanks for the video, mate. Awesome job again, I have missed your videos. It's so sad to hear about Seth, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.