DRIVING IN THE ABANDONED HILLS OF ROUGH EDGE WITH 96 YEAR OLD MAN | MR BEN GILSON

DRIVING THROUGH ROUGH EDGE WITH MR BEN GILSON AND DAN AKIN

[@AdventuresIntoHistory]

Driving through Rough Edge with Mr. Ben Gilson. It is not everyday you get to drive through Rough Edge with a 96-year old native. PayPal Tip Jar: www.paypal.me/rwrightphotography Mail: Sidestep Adventures PO BOX 206 Waverly Hall, Georgia 31831 Follow me on my old farm: kzbin.info/door/56vh2L-M0czmoTRLhSMaxg Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/SidestepAdventures

[@denise-rw9yf]

I could listen to Mr. Ben Gilson for hours. His memories are as sharp as a tack. such a treasure.

[@nancydesrocher8338]

Exactly! We dont have many people left like him. So interesting to hear about what life was like for him growing up. ❤🙏 God bless him.✝️

[@chriscourson2824]

Such a blessing to still have this man with us!

[@hemingraybrookfield75]

Mr. Gilson is a great guy. I could hang out with him all day long and listen to his stories, and would never be bored

[@pennygrace4me720]

Yes they could just sit in the living room or on a porch and keep me entertained just listening to him talk. I remember being a little tot and listening to my great grandmother just talk and talk.

[@nancydesrocher8338]

I wish they would sit down and shoot the breeze with him one afternoon. I could watch this for hours. So much we can learn from our elderly citizens. I lost my 94 year old Auntie 2 years ago. I used to go to lunch with her ,shopping and talk on the phone for hours. The family history she remembered was amazing! Life in the 30s was so interesting to hear about too.Id listen so intently to her stories. She remembered stories from my great grandmother also. My mom told me some stories about my great grandmother as well.Living history right there in Mr B. Amazing!!❤🙏✝️

[@roxyevans3176]

Give him a big hug. He is precious. Dan does a good job getting him to talk.

[@nancydesrocher8338]

I thought the same thing! He did say hes known him all of his life and he even knew his even knew his mother and beyond.

[@SondraD7676]

A special place, a special time with Mr. Ben. Listening to his life stories, as ordinary as he may think his memories are, are not ordinary for us to hear or think about. Enjoyed every minute of this, with Dan also. Outstanding Robert!

[@Mari-B]

I agree totally! I could watch these videos all day. Thank you all for your dedication to your research and the respect you have for the elderly. God will surely bless you both, Dan and Robert.💯

[@johnnyboyvan]

I love listening to old timers telling stories. Their narratives are amazing. This man is amazing too. You did a wonderful thing, gentlemen.

[@tksass9091]

Listening to Mr. Ben just a whistlin & knowin he's out enjoyin himself, the scenery & his company puts the biggest smile on my face😊 Thank u Mr. Ben. U have brightened my days. Absolutely respect for u from Tammy in Missouri♥️♥️♥️

[@karenwright8556]

I thought that was him whistling through his teeth 😊😚.

[@jsemancik1]

Mr Ben's a walking history lesson of the area, i could listen to his stories for hours

[@janetomaszewski2105]

Robert and Dan, thank you for the valuable information, I am sure you made Mr. Ben's day. Taking him out and letting him reminisce of years gone by. Everyone needs to listen to the stories of the elderly. You can learn so much...thanks again

[@judyyoughn9670]

Reminiscing while traveling on old dirt roads is so precious! Thank you for sharing this time with us!

[@terrioestreich4007]

You are so kind to do this for Mr. Gilson, not a lot of people would take the time and effort

[@joannegollsneider6349]

I love, Love, Love this video. I can sit with the elderly and listen to their stories all day. How nice of you two to take him out and let him see it all. You will always have this video to look back on what a treasure. I love how Mr Ben whistles just riding along enjoying himself.

[@DramaMustRemainOnTheStage]

They sure tie a more simplistic day to us today. My goodness I'm old enough to appreciate it and even remember some of what he spoke of.

[@brooks5466]

He’s sharp as a tack! God Bless him. I know he is enjoying this outing! These old timers are gifts to our lives. ❤️🌹

[@cornelliacrum74]

Oh how precious. Mr. Ben your memory is amazing. It is an honor to travel these roads with you sir. Back down memory lane with you is classic and well worth the adventure! I look foward to many many more.

[@marywineland5710]

Mr Ben reminded me of my Grandpa. He was sharp as a tack and loved to tell stories just like Mr Ben. I really loved watching this.

[@almaberthelson6139]

No words can express How much I enjoyed Mr.Bens walk down memory lane.☺💋🇺🇸

[@sharmaineburnside9154]

What a living history book! I could listen to the elders talk for hours!

[@bettyboop4263]

I know Mr. Ben enjoyed getting out and and about. He is sharp as a tack. God bless him❤

[@carolb29]

just love Mr. Ben's accent, could listen to him tell stories all day

[@donnawelborn-dicus8953]

Warmed my heart. Mr Ben, his memory is better than mine & I'm 70!!

[@johnready630]

These old folk know a lot of things that will be lost to time . It's great to hear Mr. Ben talking of days gone by . A buck a day hauling ice !!

[@joielaw-montgomery7250]

Thank you for letting us ride along with you....what a treasure that man is !! So awesome to hear the history and his memories of the area....❤️

[@fondaproctor9034]

What a gold mine of stories he is!

[@LaurieEggleston37]

This could be a series. I would watch every single one!! Thank you for sharing and give Mr. Ben a hug!

[@drob517]

I love listening to older people. Anything that has to do with old times fascinates me. That’s why I absolutely love when he visits the old graves

[@karenwright8556]

We recently lost a friend,a WWII veteran 94 yrs.old...he was really active up to about a year ago, Loved to play pool,fish when he could,and drive around in his Jeep,or his old meter maid cart(they look like small motor bike with a cover ). Very interesting people,we should always value those with experience and wisdom. If we don't talk with them alot of them go silent. They think no one wants to hear what they have to tell. Bless his heart,bless you for listening and sharing him with us.😊Love from KY 💞

[@rachelfrees1268]

Praise God for our seniors, me included. He has great memories. My heart prays for those who helped and touched this 81 yr old heart. When I say pray, I mean I’m praising them.

[@melissadyche8325]

Thank you Robert and Dan for bringing Mr Ben back with y’all on your adventure out riding through the country where he use to roam around and lived out with his family I think that’s really nice of you to do that I’m sure Mr Ben enjoyed every minute of the ride

[@rescuelady4678]

This video is priceless. Bless you for taking Mr. Ben out for an outing of precious memories. We all could benefit from sharing time with our elders and listening to their stories . Thank you for sharing this beautiful experience. 🌺🐾

[@idamcmullen6114]

I'm sure he enjoy this trip and conversation. You guys made his day.

[@jonnyboom5993]

Mr. Gilson reminds me sooo much of my Papaw. He lived to be 96, was in great shape, talked about working for a dollar a day and even soft whistled sometimes when not talking. God bless Mr. Gilson and you two for taking him there.

[@crissheehan6557]

What a treat to hear his stories! Thank you for sharing an amazing man with us!

[@rainmancw9022]

By the time I got old enough to be interested in my grand parents stories, they were passed. Wish I had done so. WW2, Korea, Nam, farming. So many life happenings that were common living back then, isn't even realized anymore. It can be sad if you think about it. All's lost after a few generations pass. Graves, family names, heirloom stories handed down from uncles from their nephews. So much lost to time

[@lottieayers395]

Mr. Ben Gilson is a National Treasure!🤗

[@greywebs1944]

Love it when the old folk talk about history. One thing I always miss since my last grandparent passed away in 2000. Great old chap Mr Ben 🌟👍

[@susanbrookman2133]

Thank you Robert and Dan for taking Mr. Ben for a ride, I'm sure he appreciates. Thank you for sharing.❤

[@eileenmurphy5718]

Robert you have done a very special day for Mr. Ben, taking him back to where his family came from.

[@GoogleSpyZon]

Mr Ben is a national treasure, every day we lose more of that generation and god forbid I make it to that age I pray to be as spry as him and still have all my facilities.

[@ppurgett]

What a wonderful gentleman, I haven t heard the word " yocals" used since my father was around, he stirred lots of pleasant memories

[@juliannking7495]

This series with Mr. Ben is my favorite so far. What looks like desolate cut up timber land is full of memories and stories. As Dan said there once were families living rough lives all over the mountains. Thank you for remembering and listening to the stories.

[@lindsaymacpherson8782]

Another great video with Mr Ben Gilson. This man is living history Hope some of us get to reach that Thankyou Robert and Dan for a great video

[@peggyscott125]

Enjoyed this video very much! And Ive never seen Robert be so quiet as he is in these videos with Mr. Ben. No doubt there is much to learn from this elder. Fascinating.

[@babshire4320]

I just love hearing Mr.Ben talk. He is such a treasure!!

[@nancytanguay3178]

I felt like I was right there with you both. My husband always finds old folks to talk to when we vacation. I have to show him this video.

[@butterflylady8875]

Love listening to the elders jawing, whistling away with not a care in the world, done in beauty!🤍🤍🦋🦋🦋🇨🇦🥰

[@sherrilee230]

How sweet you made his day. Gets pretty lonely sitting around.. Thank you boys for sharing and giving Mr Ben some happiness

[@ramonaalvarez7559]

Awe Robbie you, Dan & Mr. Gilson just made my Monday extraordinary!! That's a rare Monday. Thank you for that👍🏼 Huge Hugs to Mr. Ben Giison. Y'all take good care. 💓🙋🏼‍♀️

[@shellydehart8217]

I could watch this all day. Loved every minute of it. I got tickled listening to Mr. Ben whistling some when he wasn’t talking. He reminded me of my sweet granddaddy daddy Jim. Unfortunately he didn’t live as long as Mr.Ben is living. This was a great ride. Thank you guys. ♥️♥️😊👍👍

[@p.mckenzie2921]

What a wonderful day you all had thanks for letting me ride along.mr Ben,is a blessing to us all love his story’s.😘👩🏻‍🌾

[@andrewowens9382]

Hi Robert and gang I'm fascinating hearing stories about the history of the places and people who lived in those times but that's what live is about and Robert thank the gentleman and a big thanks to Dan all the best Andrew south wales uk 🇬🇧 😀 👍 😊

[@jodihepler6202]

I have really enjoyed this time with Mr Gilson. Also these dirt roads. That would be a great area to metal detect.

[@robertgreen4050]

What a gem I could listen to Mr Ben all day 🤗

[@lindawagner5924]

Wow, he reminds me of my Grandpa's. They were from Arkansas and Tennessee, made me tear up

[@SandyD2022]

I can't remember where I parked my car at the store. Mr. Ben is a treasure. Thank you, I so enjoyed this drive.

[@lisaturner1241]

Mr. Ben reminds me of my dad. Oh the stories and the knowledge of older folks. I could listen to him all day.

[@teresadale41]

Thank you for making Mr Ben's day.

[@deniseoftedahl8937]

I don't think Robert has ever driven that slow...but you have to when you have a treasure riding with you. Still has his mobility, wits and sense of humor! Cracked me up when he talked about the guy who liked his booze!!! You always remember the "Huffs" !!! Hope you guys get to visit with him again.

[@Mr.Thinker-]

We love ya Mr Ben 🙌🙏💕thanks for sharing the day with us

[@decembergem4598]

Please Robert and Dan, let Mr. Gilson how much we enjoyed listening to him. He is truly a treasure. ❤🇨🇦

[@DeadbyDaylightDUO]

I absolutely LOVE Mr. Ben!!! I hope to see many many more episodes with him! What a treasure! And I love that Georgia accent!

[@music1nut]

Thanks for the ride. So interesting to hear the old stories.

[@tinichiatowner1241]

You gave Mr. Gilson a heck of an adventure. Awesome.

[@virginiaarredondo8088]

I used to listen to my uncle's stories just like Mr. Ben also a 96 yr native. He passed a month ago. Thanks for that awesome country ride with history being said. Love y'all.

[@delphinabunter1469]

Lol I love listening to the old timer’s talking about the year’s gone by. My daddy is ninety one this year. We had a big 90th birthday party for him last year,we recorded him reminiscing about his childhood and early teens. He had to leave school at 14 year’s old to help support his younger siblings. (His daddy had left them) He had us laughter one minute then crying bucket’s the next. I thank you for this amazing channel.

[@dariamitchell9293]

What a great time watching the 3 of you during these last 2 videos! Our elders are walking history and knowledge💜

[@michaelberrier1926]

I could sit and listen to Mr. Gilson's stories all day and never get bored. The guy is sharp as a tack.

[@skyhigh6]

Good on you Robert, in today's world older people are just forgotten. They are a treasure trove of knowledge, history and great story telling. We should treasure these people before they have passed away. God's Speed.

[@rikspector]

Thank you for Mr. Ben, we need more like him so we don't forget the people who made us such a great country. Cheers, Rik Spector

[@bettytordoff8920]

Good ol Mr Ben. Thank you so much for introducing us to this wonderful man. Took all those bumps on that rough road like a trooper. It's so great that you were able to get him on video and snippets of his stories.

[@Diwondermum]

How special!! Going through special country with a very special passenger!! I love Mr Ben! He’s so like my Uncle Harry! Great video Robert! You’re special too!

[@kendrasmith6637]

I loved this all. Thanks for taking me along 😃

[@En_Marche]

Mr. Gilson: A noble prince of "The Greatest Generation"

[@hankfacer7098]

What a wonderful adventure with a lovely old man.

[@karenziglar9306]

I love Me. Ben's stories! Keep them coming!

[@tinichiatowner1241]

I love the history that you share. So much is lost over the years. My own family history fading. Thank you for doing what you do. I also enjoy the way you bring into your videos the people who have lived for so long and know the history. It's amazing.

[@rachelfrees1268]

These are sacred memories and moments. Please be respectful of these ancient carriers of our history. All people’s memories are part of our history.

[@andreamills5852]

Is that Mr. Ben whistling ? lol Got to love him,my grandfather use to do that. I think I made him nervous from my driving.

[@MyChannel-rf8ic]

One of the most heartwarming videos i've seen on youtube for a long time. Thanks for your efforts. Beautiful footage -- nice to see all those trees for miles and miles.

[@katherineyanagihara2909]

Aloha Gentleman! Previous Mr. Ben, wonderful to hear talking about old times! Wonderful! ❤️

[@lindadoran6062]

I'll bet Mr. Ben had a good time on his adventure. What a nice man, very interesting.

[@melissadyche8325]

You know it’s things like y’all taking Mr Ben out and listening to him talk and tell you things about when he was a young girl and my dad use to deliver ice out to people in Cleveland Mississippi where I was born and raised at it does bring back memories of my dad bringing ice home

[@brendakrieger7000]

So wonderful to hear these stories. Such a treasure💜

[@sharonleeming869]

Just love hearing Mr. Ben talk of long ago.

[@susieq8924]

I was raised by my grandfather and there was always a story to be told. I only wish I could remember more than I forgot! How an elderly gentleman like my Grampop raised me thru my teenage years I just don’t know! I just hope he knows how much I loved him. Thanks for this and I am sure many other people are now thinking of their elders. Lest we forget ❤️

[@tereasacarty4526]

Enjoyed listening to Mr. Ben

[@sharonlegnon7411]

Your riding with living history.......

[@tashasmith6179]

I have really enjoyed these videos, especially the ones with Mr Ben in them. Makes my heart happy for him. LOVE the whistling sound he makes

[@rachelfrees1268]

Love this gentleman.

[@nancydesrocher8338]

This was incredible!! Amazing for Mr B to see his family graves from soooo long ago! His 96th birthday is in 2 days too!! He'd be so interesting to take around town and listen to his boyhood stories. God bless him. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR B!🎁🎊🎉🎂 The town should be throwing him a birthday party. Next time Id rake a path,bring a folding chair and bottled water for him. Flowers for his great great granddad etc would have been a nice touch.🌹🌹💐🌹🏵

[@jeffjohnson4015]

We enjoyed your videos with Mr Gilson, he was amazing going under that gate, how cool is he at 96. Your discovery of the cemetery was so cool, that individual from the 1700's wow. You never disappoint us with all your discoveries you make. Can't wit to see the next video

[@danielkershner3269]

Massive respect Mr Ben enjoy the moments you have with him

[@BonnieJeanTlq]

Love the whistling. Happy man😊

[@gayleloy7111]

Another fantastic video. If only the young ones of today would listen to the old timers. $1 A day imagine giving someone $ 1 a day now. Love you all. Stay safe. Love from Australia. 🥰🥰😀😀

[@kelcal6697]

What a smooth ride that Jeep gives ya Robert! Very nice listening to Dan and Mr. Ben speak about days gone by….

[@sandyv2545]

What a wonderful gift to this gentleman, you are a blessing .. truly.

[@scottishhellcat]

Some things never change. I love how Mr Ben told it like it was about "sorry" workers.

[@dylanlitwinski2418]

I absolutely loved these two episodes!

[@sandrastaley5333]

I can really appreciate Mr. Ben. My mom will be 97 in February.

[@shawnamcdonald2463]

You should bring Ben out for another drive another place love listening to him .He is so cute bring um back again