Just about buried the Volvo excavator and all caught on camera by my amateur camera crew

[@martineastburn3679]

It is wonderful seeing two Dads there with their sons working and enjoying the life .

[@thomasdesmond2248]

I love how brutally honest kids are. He said he didn't want to mess up your property. But he's messing it up right now. I almost died laughing. God bless

[@bigjim5723]

i liked that too. ha!

[@travismarett7100]

Gunner is on point with resources also. This is the only excavator we have available at the moment. That's asset appropriation. Maybe he will run that business one day.

[@thomasdesmond2248]

@@travismarett7100 yeah they where talking business. Sounds like Gunny trying to push the old man in to early retirement. Lol God bless

[@Stratos53100]

Yeah that was hilarious, i caught on to him saying it, mentioned that in my comment as well.

[@corpnut2906]

me too

[@Jameson4327]

DP I am very proud of you! The problem with our nation nowadays there’s isn’t as many fathers that aren’t teaching their kids the proper things to do in life. You have my vote! Oh I can’t believe these two young kids! I am loving their conversation between the two of them. I am totally laughing my tail off.

[@thomasdesmond2248]

I love seeing the boys come out and work with their fathers. Invaluable time and memories. Really touches my heart. God bless

[@richardthomas1743]

Happy Birthday ! Your son did a great job filming and I love the commentary by the boys 👍

[@59catmando28]

I love seeing the little men on the job. Learning work ethic at a young age is a valuable lesson for our youth. You and Chris are both excellent parents!

[@TheVitorgoncalves]

I liked listening to the conversation between the two little engineers talking about the strategy on how to do the work....good job guys ,,,,,

[@helmutkrahn9337]

As long as there's kids growing up like this, there's hope for the world. PS. Best wishes for your fifth decade!

[@garybouchard827]

So nice to see you and Chris teaching your kids about what you do and what it mean to work. I went and did everything with my dad from the time I could walk. God bless you both

[@wesleyfranzen6675]

Same! Only rule my dad had for us kids to come along was that he wasn’t changing a diaper on a jobsite, been working with him ever since, and I’m well into my thirties, with him working for me now. Gonna have to implement the same rule here in a few more years! 😜

[@okiemale1589]

A little dirt in my coffee this morning is always a good thing... Father son bonding time on dad's birthday,.. and digging Dirt?? It's days like this father and son will remember this forever. Awesome video... Happy belated birthday Mike... 😎👍

[@thomasleonard1846]

Lt. Dan sitting there cracking rubber, rusting, gumming up fuel lines, depressed and lonely! - lol

[@Sjanzo]

Its all Bubba Dump's fault !

[@kopenhagenkid]

Nice to see Farmer Chris in your video Mr Dirt Perfect

[@metro_ss]

The commentary was the best!!! Love seeing the boys get involved.

[@jacksak]

Listening to those two kids talk with each other about the work was great. And, it's a perfect example of how they learn jobs... good to see!

[@bobbypeterson3740]

DP that was one of the best videos you’ve ever done including the family and your boys the love that you have for him you’re a blessed man sir take care

[@davisphillips7792]

Absolutely loved the voiceover commentary! The boys are loving being outside, playing with giant toys, and being with their dads!!! No one could ask for more

[@grantlister]

Hey, just had an idea. 💡 When Gunner’s sitting in the cab, with you, you could let him sit his hands on the joysticks with you. Then he’d learn the controls, just by repetition & muscle memory. Eventually you will be able to let him do the moving, then next step, take your hands off completely! 😎 Love the content. Kia Kaha, Grant from NZ

[@adventuresinlandservice6656]

I think it’s awesome getting your kids involved. Whether they end up in the business or not, there are tons of important lessons to be learned for them that they will never learn in school. Keep on keeping on and God bless.

[@ronniethorsen3458]

I do believe the Cameraman and Narrator wanted you to be stuck. 😆 🤣 😂. Epic

[@jimposey2224]

Got to take my hat off to you and farmer Chris taking the time to work with your kids. It's a trait that's almost unheard in today's society. God Bless 💛

[@kevinkenyon7045]

Mike great video! The young crew was awesome,the play by play by the boys was done with real feelings! Showing your son what it takes to do a job is priceless! You’re a very lucky man to be able to teach your son! Thanks for sharing! Kevin

[@warrenmichael918]

opening scene, Gunners head popping along behind the tool truck and i 100% thought it was MBTS being funny and walking back there bent down!! LOL

[@billamick2338]

Gotta love when you get to take your kids to work with you. Brought a smile to my face watching both of the boys giving the big boys a hand at getting the pipe laid in correctly. Keep up the great work and bring them with y'all as much as you can as I know you love it when they are with you.

[@johnwever5767]

It is absolutely great to see your son 'WORKING' with you. Being in the developmental years, you are teaching more than how to operate machinery, but also life experience. MORE! MORE! MORE!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@Duece-Bigilo]

Happy Birthday Mike!!! Your company is in good hands, your boys have been listening when you speak buddy. You should be very proud.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@kopenhagenkid]

Great video Mr Dirt Perfect and Gunner

[@buck3409]

Absolutely awesome. Getting the family involved. The next generation ! ! Gunner did a great job videoing too. Great commentation. 18% stuck.

[@Wattbar]

Being an almost 41 year old dad, it is awesome seeing you get your kids involved!

[@kopenhagenkid]

Happy Birthday Mr Dirt Perfect have a great day with your family

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@jeepzea4559]

DP, that’s how you raise boys! Farmer Chris, Clint at C&C are raising men! Thank you so much!

[@jeremypatton80]

Reminded me of a kid getting to go to work with my dad. The world needs more good father's , family and friends. God bless. 🇺🇲👍

[@Ford363Stroker]

Those two boys speculating on whether or not you would get stuck and how stuck you were was the highlight of the video! Great project.

[@DirtPerfect]

Agree

[@davidepool5884]

Happy birthday Mike. I was a little bit worried that you might be stuck there for a minute but you were able to pull yourself out. I like that you and Chris had your sons out there teaching what life is all about. Maybe in a few years you and your son will be out there tag teaming these jobs.

[@OakesProject]

When you said you had help, and I could barely see the hat on the other side of the truck, I thought it was Aaron.

[@TeezleySPT]

Commentary is amazing. I was smiling the whole time

[@brianseibert3080]

Happy birthday! Those boys loved that you almost got stuck. They will never forget that. You can always go get a dozer to pull you out but those two boys will never forget you putting that machine deep in the mud. Another great video!

[@darrylridlon5918]

great to see the kids being involved in the work with you and Chris .it's excellent to see them starting to learn some work ethics at a young age.Great seeing Chris have not seen or heard from him in a while.Nice job guy's.Good to see the tile plow hasn't spoiled you completely.

[@Crewsy]

I have to admit that the commentary was probably the best part of the video. Listening to Gunner and Howard talk was a pleasant change.

[@peteacher52]

I'm a (long) retired teacher of kids of all ages to 13. These two young lad epitomise the value of education with parents who take it seriously. A day with dad is worth at least a school term in learning real life experiences! Brilliant!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@darrenblattner2508]

At Gunner's age kids are like sponges, they learn more than you think and remember it for life. On the job training at that age is the best thing you can do for any kid. When I was his age I was in the grader with my Dad, never forgot it. Keep up the good work and Keep smilin.

[@kenwillis8487]

Very true comment! I learned a lot about hard work, also learned a side of my dad I didn’t like. I hated going to work with him because of his ethics and personality at work and home vs church, very two faced! But I don’t regret it now as I learned basic plumbing and electrical as well as framing and general carpentry! Also learned basis auto mechanics which steered my career path early on! It’s crazy looking back though on the moment where I knew right from wrong and realized that very different side of my dad!

[@ProudPapaw88]

Happy Birthday,DP!! Great video. Loved hearing your camera crew discussing whether you was gonna be stuck or not lol. Thanks for sharing!!

[@user-gd3fo4kt1l]

Glad to see the boys with you. Need more father’s like you! Keep them safe.

[@stevenlatham4397]

This video was heart warming. Brought back good memories. I was 12 when my grandpa put me on a HD5 Allis-Chalmers. I spent all day just going back and forth keeping his dump area cleared while he dug with the old Detroit powered Drott 40 excavator. I’ll never forget that day. He was one of the old timers that spent many years running machines like Diesel Creeks Lorain.

[@samcowart7564]

Mike you had the best help in the world sitting in the excavator with you . You tried to get stuck so Farmer Chris wouldn’t feel bad about getting stuck thanks for the video

[@aecox1265]

What an awesome way to spend your birthday. Nothin better than your young son wanting to spend the day witth his father working, especially on their birthday. I love it! Great video!!

[@jimkavalier2831]

Gunner did a Great job taking video! Love the boys commentary! Looks like a pretty good birthday to me.... playing with big Tonka toys and spending time with the kiddos

[@jamesmccartney5731]

Mike you may not realize it but you are living the absolute best days of your life having the little guy helping you! You will look back on this when you are an old guy like me and all you have left is memories!

[@thomasdesmond2248]

Happy Birthday Mike you're a younger man than me and you're doing well. Great family, friends and business. God bless

[@bobbietower7185]

That was the most heartwarming video I've seen in a while!!! Between Gunner watching your every move and taking it all in and him and his friends conversation....My heart was overflowing!! Your a good Dad Mike!! Happy Birthday!!

[@michaelmullins1290]

The commentary from the kids was great. Most I've laughed all day. No doubt, he'll learn. Seeing the kids working brings back memories. My Dad showing me how to work.

[@user-kr9mh5oi1q]

every video with farmer chris is just a happy one

[@f250ford2004]

Love the way Gunner is interested in running the trackhoe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@heatherlane9270]

Not sure who was having the most fun - the big boys of the little. Great job for the 210. Gunner is learning heaps and loves working with his Dad. Happy 41st Dirt Perfect.

[@bradlewellen7461]

That was the Volvo 140 not the new Hyundai 210

[@heatherlane9270]

@@bradlewellen7461 Oops yes it certainly was.

[@dfusit]

Great Job filming Gunner! The commentary between the boys was hilarious. Awesome video DP.

[@patrickcolahan7499]

Happy Birthday, although I know this was awhile ago. But better late than never. 41, you are still a pup. I have 25 years on you. Enjoy and thanks for sharing.

[@davidcolesr.8628]

Happy Belated Birthday Mike, Gunner is a Treat to have on your Vidja’s. I Remember Holding my Young Son between my Legs while trying to Operate an Excavator. He’s 32 Now and a Successful Foreman @ a Utility Company. Time never Stands still, before you know it their Grown and all you’ve got are the Memories. Catch you on the next one, Keep It Safe Out There Gentlemen.

[@freddiegoodwin]

The shear excitement of those lil fellers when you were sinking in the mud completely made this video!! Awesomeness

[@localcrew]

You need to let those two video all of your content. That’s the funniest commentary I’ve ever heard.

[@reedhryals7007]

In 30 or 40 years you and your family with farmer Chris. Can watch videos like these and smile with pride. What good men yall raised could be some tears of happiness. Wish I had something like that with time I spent with my dad. Yall are blessed to have 2 great boys

[@SLCFarms]

Man to be one of those two little men. Wait what am I saying I was one and still love it 40 years later. Awesome when the kids can come help and learn and have fun doing it.

[@dansbrown1313]

Happy Birthday Mike, We could all see the process of how life long friendships are born. Gunner did a good job!

[@chrislarmon3418]

As much as I enjoy watching you and Aaron work in the shop, this is my favorite video! I remember how much I enjoyed taking my daughter to work with me. Good Job DP!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@laceitup1]

This was so great! Gives me hope! Those boys will forever remember days like this!!

[@ronw7245]

Happy birthday Mike and many more. I love watching you work with your children it's truly awesome.

[@louGriggs1944]

Love how you work with the kids. Getting them involved will make a lasting impression. Great job.

[@JPFogs]

Happy belated birthday!! Looks like the perfect day. Looking forward to those days, also enjoying the cuddles of a three month old

[@davidlemon9911]

Brilliant hearing the two kids “discussing” the job. Another great vidja

[@toddshell4525]

Listening to the boys while watching you work put a smile on my face. I miss my son every day but still love seeing kids growing up right. My daughter enjoys riding on my dozer. Lessons and examples kids need.

[@bobbybeeman7280]

One of your better in the feild video's. The boys made my morning. Thanks a bunch.

[@jeroen1836]

Awesome to see that your both son’s working with you in the dirt 👊👍👏🤗

[@gullreefclub]

Well Happy (now belated) Birthday young man. Have to love the next generation on the job with their Dads. “Hey Chris he said he didn’t want to mess up your property but he’s messing it up right now” “Gunner” aka Little Dirt Perfect

[@josdaalmans6977]

Love comments and the support of the camera crew, they have fun,

[@dixiebourne752]

Happy birthday 🎂 Mike wishing you many more.

[@jdsparky288]

Dude! This was a pleasant surprise to watch! Gunner and his sidekick are the best camera crew and commentary yet! 🤣 Them boys sure don’t miss a thing, and holding DP accountable was a barrel of laughs!! Y’all keep spending time with them boys and they’ll grow up to be a “MEN”! Not overgrown “Boys”!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@dixiebourne752]

Mike I just love how you had the kids thinking you were stuck .

[@raymondgochenour8725]

I think it’s really cool that you got them young men helping you and not out playing video games and goofing off they’re actually learning something. myself I grew up on a backhoe and was running the backhoe at seven years old now I’m 55

[@artiejohnson703]

Love your sons commentating with his friend. You will have to hire that boy when he is big enough. Love it ❤️

[@stevelittle7390]

I love seeing Gunner soaking up dad’s info. Enjoyable video. Great job extricating yourself from the mud hole.

[@reedhryals7007]

I really enjoy the young men and that yall are including them in everyday work. Explaining why you do and why you do it. They will learn so much but most of all . It's making memories and means the world to them . To spend time with their dads. I remember how good I felt being with my dad as a young kid on the farm. My dads gone but I have all kinds of great memories. God bless yall

[@patrickdougherty2777]

Cool to see take you boy along. I got to go with my father on some of his business trips.Very special memories. All right Gunner and Howard!

[@lhodge2007]

Absolutely LOVE the seat time with Gunner!! Those are memories he'll cherish forever, sitting in the machine with Dad. Well Done, DP!!

[@B422TMack]

DP what an awesome video bud. I was laughing my tail off with the conversation between the two boys. Talk about being honest and they was definitely that. Reminds me of my myself, my middle brother and two of my best friends when we were all that age. Because we grew up on the jobs like that too. Mack

[@thomasbailey8306]

Thats a Good age to have Gunner out there Helping and learning . I was out with my Dad at 6 yrs old setting on the armrest of his old D-6 while he was working. And I got in the seat at the age of 16 to operate. And Im 57 now, and still operating. Pipeliner for 16 of the years..I still look forward to going to work everyday. It looked like Gunner was having a blast being out there with you Mike. So did Farmer Chris Boy...I loved the Commentary When Dad was in the Mud...LOL...Kids are Honest thats for sure..Great Video Mike....

[@needsaride15126]

Happy belated birthday DP. May you have many more to come. It was great watching you and your son with the other little guy in the video. Thanks for posting it.

[@keithritter6283]

Great video loved all the boys content! It’s a great thing your doing getting him out of the house and knowing what work is all about!!

[@georgeschikschneit7142]

I love to see a father and son work together I did when I was 5 years old my dad worked a half a day on Saturdays and I went with him. Later in life my son went with me .

[@gordonlilley1283]

Gunner is a smart little man, knowing what equipment is available, what your trying to do and his storying telling skills are great. That was enjoyable, funny and just fun.

[@deanhanchett379]

Loved he commentary by the kids, and the hands on training your giving the kids. Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing

[@fredoropesa4939]

That is a beautiful thing watching his father teach his son should be very proud of yourself I am and I don’t even know you did you watch all your videos and you’re always involve your children is very nice

[@marknunya3035]

Happy birthday. Always good times when you bring the foreman along 😆😆. Amazing how much he's grown. Quite knowledgeable great job explaining what Dad was doing Gunner. Even better job heckling the operator. That's rule #2 learning how to heckle a operator while doing your job too. As always good luck and God Bless.

[@workwithkevin]

Happy Birthday Mike! I really like the two young helpers. A good experience.

[@tjjewell4115]

Mike, fantastic video and teaching Gunner what it's like to work is invaluable, wish there were more great Parents like you and Chris... Happy Birthday.

[@stewartmoffat]

This video brought back some special times from my childhood DP. My dad was a Civil Engineer and i used to go on site to various jobs on a Saturday morning. I regularly was the grade rod boy holding it straight to get the levels set for the week ahead. I used to get to ride with the machine operators or dump trucks running muck away from the sites. Those were great times with my dad and his teams on the construction sites. Sadly I lost him last year but will always be a construction boy at heart. Thanks for another great video Mike. Cheers Stu.

[@stevekillian7607]

Love the live commentary by the kids ! Happy Birthday.

[@joycefuller9177]

Awesome with the boys and their conversation!

[@jeffbailey7765]

Good video brother. Father and son + bonding time = priceless memories. Happy Belated Birthday. Plus Gunner is the future of the business

[@terryrogers1025]

Those 2 youngsters at the beginning of the video was talking like a couple of seasoned business men. They pretty much knew what was going to happen. Good to see the kids being taken along, I don’t think there is enough father/son bonding going anymore. Thanks for the ride along sir, keep those youngens engaged.

[@spirit123acf]

Happy birthday DP I love those kids Absolutely the voiceover commentary. I remember going to jobs with my dad He always had time to explain everything sometimes two three times but he didn't mind. Keep the good work if children want to learn then she will learn. I did that with my kids too. It's tiring sometimes, but it gives so much satisfaction and the bond with your children only gets stronger. God bless you all.

[@johnwilkie7397]

Happy birthday, how great to see your kids helping you and learning from there dad, it’s memories like this you look back on when there older and cherish them, I look forward to the day your sons turn to you and say remember I learnt that from u dad moment like one of my sons did other day saying he just taught his what I taught him . Enjoy your day and time with your sons .

[@machinemoverman4614]

Gunner done a great videoing when you weren’t stuck, priceless! That’s what life is about, what you and Chris was outstanding! Those boys will remember that there whole life!