Dad raw and unedited. Straight talk from Dad before bed.

I was sitting outside enjoying the evening when dad popped out and sat next to me. This wonderful conversation ensued. Dad was relaxed and content even as the dementia steals his vocabulary and blurs his focus. He remains happy and grateful just to be conversing with his son. A bit of Sundowning toward the end when he talks college but a very fulfilling interaction for both of us.

[@viewer777100]

I think the fact that he captured all our hearts is a pretty major accomplishment ❤️.

[@veronicabronner]

I Totally agree.

[@clairemcmanus9770]

Well said

[@terryservito7911]

❤

[@NikkiRich174]

For Real We ADORE Grandpa

[@melissacarthy5896]

That was a great

[@johncrowe6489]

He may struggle with his memory but he never forgets to love and care for his family. It’s ingrained in him so deeply ❤

[@preciouscoleis]

This is true, he is always so caring, polite and he cares deeply for his family.

[@vickikomeraskas4630]

This makes me so happy ❤ This whole family is amazing. Dan is so patient and loving. What a Blessed family❤

[@deedee9312]

Isn’t it the truth! Mindful of happiness, education, and health! We all need life’s lessons from Dr. Salinger ! What’s important! I think he should write a book 📕

[@annpauley144]

His values and goals for his family remain instilled in him, what a blessing fromGod!

[@joycewilliams9042]

One thing about Grandpa, he never forgets who Danielle is.❤

[@ruiegao9724]

You can see your dad is always concerned about everyone’s financial status, work and education. Such a good dad.

[@SHINBET666]

I absolutely adore Grandpa. Dr. Salinger really cheers me up . I’m a Doctor and an officer in the Medical Corps of the Israeli Defence Forces ( Israeli Navy ) , sadly I’ve recently been diagnosed with both Pancreatic Cancer, and early onset of dementia. Whenever I’m down , or in pain , I watch Dr. Salinger and the entire Salinger family , and I feel so much better . Dr.Ed Salinger is not just a “ National Treasure “ in the U.S.A, but he’s a treasure to the entire World. Much love and peace to Grandpa Ed & the entire Salinger family , from Dr.Kästien in Tel Aviv , Israel 🇮🇱 ❤

[@Rhonda9199]

Praying for you sir! 🙏

[@lulugelb]

Me too! 🙏

[@marycaswell6894]

🙏Prayers for you & hope you feel better. ☮💜

[@greeneyedsoutherngirl6468]

@Mossadagent666 praying and sending love and healing your way!

[@harley6222]

Sending Love ur way sir. It mustn’t be easy for you 🙏🦋

[@katharineamin6066]

It’s heartwarming that he is always so concerned about his children. ♥️

[@ingeborgswieten3710]

Thats proof that when he was a young father of six there were times he was very worried to make ends meet or worried about his daughters at certain ages.. my dad was awefully worried when with Alzheimer, he kept having to go to work.. we had to show his bank account and birthdate to make him understand that he is now in the state that all that is behind him and he is retired.. can buy what he want and no work needed.. we had to do that time after time after time.. i feel guilty that daddy was so worried when i was a kid 😢

[@karengordon8819]

When he say Well how are you feeling to his son who should be asking him something stirs up in my stomach..... soooo sweet n caring..... Can see that was his charactet when he was young.

[@davidnfila1316]

Halo, Dan, what was Grandpa's profession?

[@tosinamakurugbonwo81]

Yeah.

[@tosinamakurugbonwo81]

​@@davidnfila1316A doctor.

[@juliekeenum9143]

Dan is such a loving and patient son. I am a CNA in a nursing home so I know how devastating memory loss is. God bless Dan and his father. Mr Ed you are the sweetest.

[@LAppleDumpling]

❤❤

[@mariamercy7317]

Amen! God bless Dan and his dad. 🙏🏻

[@serenaleigh8418]

Why he catches our hearts is because he is always polite and caring and thankful. He always says thank you.

[@vikkivibes5257]

Mr. Eds memory may be waning, but he's always kind, caring, considerate, happy, and respectful. God bless his soul and the entire Salinger family. 🙏🏾😊♥️✨️

[@mmck1463]

That is exactly what I keep thinking about this darling man!

[@debrajones4840]

He is a caring good man

[@runnergirl4309]

My mother is his age, had Alzheimer’s and just died:( I believe it’s that they were from a generation with great integrity. Every time I hear Ed…. I hear my mother responding the same;”All I want is for my children to go to college, be happy & successful”💕I love, love, love these snip-its.

[@Brian-tm4xt]

Well said I totally agree with you great comment ✌️🫶🙏

[@mamajamal1]

Very caring dad, and compassionate, he's also nurturing, careful of how he expresses his opinion to his son about his time off from practising law..it looks like he would want him to continue based on how often and the way he keeps asking Dan, without wanting to be seen as imposing things😅, I love this dad..blesses to dad and entire fam❤

[@justkeepitreal5169]

He's a wonderful father. Always worried about his kids and their happiness! ❤

[@user-lm7vi9xn6p]

Grandpa is a wonderful, kind man. Even with dementia, he is still incredibly knowledgeable and concerned about his family. ❤

[@willytompkins8115]

This man has more common sense , compassion ,& gratitude than 90% of the population. He has genuine concern for people. If he was my doctor l would book appointments every month, just for the hell of it. If he took college classes he would put others to shame!! 😂

[@leleg3046]

Touch your heart he's so sweet 💓

[@childishgambino4845]

Well he’s a college graduate, I know today people undermine college degrees because there are so many fly by night programs that allow people to basically pay for a ‘degree’, & then you have the colleges that aren’t as strenuous as the elite universities that are still here today. That University Education combined with a man with a good heart= Dr Ed❤

[@flurian3801]

Dr Ed has the knowledge and wisdom combine! He is an inspiration for one to be good in life!

[@user-kh6oq9oe6t]

I agree, Ed is a great man!!

[@ny3974]

If only grandpa truly knew his "major accomplishment" was giving millions of people from all corners of the earth joy daily! He is my hero. Peace and happiness sent from England 🇬🇧 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@fatmahjjagwe9338]

I'm happy to see Grand paps!.. Here from Africa Uganda..❤

[@juror.13]

He is the dad/grandpa I wish I had. I just love that guy. Sending love from TriCities Washington

[@rj20atqa90]

You’re my stress reliever Grandpa😘 Thank you so much Salinger family especially to you Dan & your family for sharing this beautiful journey of Grandpa🥰😍😘 May our Dear Lord continue to bless y’all with success, happiness & good health🙏🏻

[@donnafontaine2799]

Love watching your dad...thanks Ed...love from Boston

[@davidnfila1316]

Dan, this is our relationship with our old parents in Southern Africa. God bless you. ❤

[@steecie3045]

When Grandpa said he needed to register and go to college, I seriously giggled. Dan, you did great keeping it together. 😊

[@greeneyedsoutherngirl6468]

I’ll never forget the day I came across your channel by accident. I found myself looking at every video. Dr. Salinger captured my heart. He reminds me so much of my PawPaw who passed my senior year of high school. He retired from the Navy as a Master Chief Petty Officer. Your dad’s voice sounds just like his. It makes me feel like I have him with me again for a while. Your dad isn’t done yet. He teaches me things everyday! Love, kindness, and to do what makes me happy in life. Thank you for sharing him! He’s a rare gem!

[@TheAnnaka]

Me too ❤

[@thsenator267]

Same here. Just happened across a short today and I've been watching nonstop ever since

[@thomasho9637]

He is concerned about his children education. That indeed shows his far sightedness. 👍👍👍

[@azurisora9836]

He is still intelligent through his dementia. He knew you today Dan and Mark, loves his children.

[@nannyi6166]

Welcome to my world Amen❤🙏

[@Mz.Scarlett]

My father had Alzheimer’s….one time he told me not to go in the bathroom, I said why? He said because there’s the ugliest old man in there you’ve ever seen 😂😂 talking about seeing himself in the mirror…. Another time I had been in the service and was in Vietnam….I had come home and was sitting next to him and he asked who I was, I said I’m your daughter…he said no, no she’s far away…I said no dad I’m right here…he looks at me and said “how did you get here so fast”….many funny but sad stories…bless you Dan for keeping your dad at home with you!

[@catherinepeters5152]

God bless you! My dad passed away in 2019 at the age of 82 from Alzheimer's and Parkinson's and it was such a hard thing to see him go that's the only day I didn't see him was the night before he died and he passed away in the early morning hours and it has bothered me ever since. I know he knows I love him but I wasn't there for him when he was passing and I've always felt that I let him down😢😢😢

[@janespond922]

It's been a while since you wrote that but I just read it and wanted to tell you not you be so hard on yourself. You were there for your dad whenever you could be ,I'm sure and he must have known you loved him. My mother passed away 12 years ago. I lived in a different country and flew back in time to spend the last few days with her. I was there when she died but still regretted all the years I wasn't there because of work and family commitments. I was alone with her at the end but seated in a chair out of her sight. It plagued me for years that she might have thought I'd left her . Finally I came to realise, she would never want me so feel so bad and I learned to let go of the regret and guilty feelings. Be kind to yourself Its not about what you didn't do that one time. Remember the good times. ❤

[@priscamathabatha6446]

Oh! Dan, you are a good son. Very patient with him. I have fallen in love with him😊

[@wickster2121]

Saw it in Cleveland over Labor Day. It's awesome!

[@ammatullaah1716]

I'm in a parenting group chat here in Ghana, West Africa. The group admin shared a video of Dr. Salinger and Dan. I was so happy to see it as I've been a fan of Grandpa for a couple of weeks now. I've binge watched most of the videos on this channel. My absolute favorite is when he replies "I'm Ninety-one?", with a smile always. You're really touching lives with your videos and I personally appreciate how you've opened up your family to the rest of the world. I wish you the very best Mr. Daniel Salinger( we're not used to calling people by their first names especially if they're older than us) , your wife and kids. From a fan in Ghana. First time leaving a comment.

[@andromedab902]

Awwww, that's so heartwarming to hear that. Hoping to set up a day centre for ppl living with dementia in Ghana, in the foreseeable future 🤞🏾🤞🏾

[@BB-nz5sk]

Beautifully said!!!

[@nickyjones2709]

He's amazing and the family are aswell 🩵

[@sbconsult7767]

Same here, am watching from Ghana, West Africa. I love this African T Shirt

[@derbyannan-prah4376]

Did you notice the dashiki shirt?? 😍 Love from Ghana 🇬🇭

[@Island_Lady]

I know you've been told this before Dan but it's worth repeating. You have the patience of Saint. You are so good to your dad and you treat him with respect and include him in everything. Your a good man!

[@_fromthedivine_]

Agreed!❤

[@susanstancliff2937]

He likes to be reassured that everyone is safe. I know it’s exhausting to answer the same questions over and over and you and your family are a good example of taking care of your dad. Thank you.🙏❤️

[@kathy445]

I had to giggle towards the end there when he told you you earned the house and then turned around and asked who else had money in the house. He’s too cute!

[@SuzannePitchford-fr6rf]

He always praises Dan for being an attorney but questions whether Mark has enough money asking ‘where is he going to get his money from?’. I just love it when he says, ‘pardon me?’ He’s so adorable

[@kywarbler]

Lol

[@wandarodriguez7057]

I agree ❤

[@debby2131]

Aww. Your Dad is so complimentary...has a real caring attitude.

[@Ken-xv4sb]

Dan has discussed before why they think he always worries about Mark.

[@user-nz9je7py4o]

I'm watching from the Fiji Islands and your dad is such a loving person

[@gardengirl7446]

He never runs out of conversation ❤

[@benzo900]

“All my kids are smart enough to be successful, but it’s not always that easy” that is such a smart comment. No matter how smart you are there are always obstacles and mental blocks in life that can tear the smartest human beings down. Addiction is one of those things.

[@moeketsithakadi3574]

That is golden

[@moeketsithakadi3574]

Amen to your wonderfully written comment @benzo900

[@edwintita870]

What a great man. Attributes his accomplishments to the success of his children. The Alzheimer’s is losing the battle here. This man is a legend!

[@formulaforfabulous]

He said he took money out to register for college. I’m done. That is sweet ❤ he is too funny! I love how he is so responsible still worried about putting gas in the car and his financial situation. They don’t make them like that hardly anymore!

[@dar7230]

That was a great conversation. Hope you all enjoy the airshow❤

[@lornalastimosa817]

Dad's priority is Education 💖 For which Education is seen in the behavior 💊 Very well done ❤

[@nejp2002]

God bless you, Dan. You have the patience of a saint to carry on quite a conversation with your dad. It's not easy. My 97 year old mom has dementia and conversing with her is difficult. The morning is when she's the sharpest. It must have been difficult for you when you had your heart attack and had to make the decision to retire. Danielle is a saint too. God bless you all. ❤

[@anjalisinhajns]

You're five minutes into the vlog and you know Mark is going to enter the conversation ❤😂

[@thedaffodil7104]

Amazing how he never forget his children. And so lucky to have children like you dan and danielle and mark

[@kathleenmartin7498]

I'm so happy to see you take care of your Dad instead of putting him in a nursing home where he'd just sit or lay in bed most of the time, alone.

[@Cbatb8]

He is the best dad with his best son 🩵💝 May the Lord bless you abundantly and continue to bless us watching you all 🥰❤

[@NikkiRich174]

Ed Salinger Is The Modern Day Personification Of A Fathers Love... Nothing Can Deter Him From Being Concerned About His Family... I Whole Heartedly ADORE Him ❤

[@judywiggins5092]

Very well said!!

[@Jen195152]

Dementia may have taken away some things away, but the core of Grandpa, the love of family, will always be there!! What more could you ask for? ❤️❤️❤️

[@AMayz]

He will be missed by so many when he’s gone ❤

[@Mimi2thebestboysever]

True! But we need to enjoy him while he's still with us!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@angelicabolden-hamilton1786]

He may outlive all of us. Who knows!?!

[@cassiebennet4262]

Aww how sweet. I bet he'll have a great time. Blessed to have a family like this.

[@genevieve4418]

Grandpa's in fine form. Had a very active day and still able to have an evening chat before bedtime. Many blessings.

[@CONCERNEDcitizenforever]

So how you doing Dan?! 🥺🤗 It takes a certain special person who can kindly answer that question EVERY single time it’s asked! Thanks for sharing Grandpa with all of us! 🤗 ❤👴

[@brentfree2273]

Your dad loves you all so much.

[@rileysworld6024]

I love how he is always worried about his kids. Making sure ya’ll are ok and everyone is ok. He is the sweetest!😊❤

[@poppykok5]

Sometimes words aren't even needed, but I do admit to usually tearing up whenever I witness Grandpa's gentle & loving soul 'shine', & how much concern he always shows for his family's comfort & well-being, in spite of dementia that continues to slowly rob him of his recollection of memories ...💕

[@journalologyandcoofficial]

I'm glad I'm not the only one that weeps at these videos.♥️ They're just so special.🥺

[@ms.chatterboxx]

I weep too , he’s such a sweet gentle soul

[@naomideleon8363]

Oh yes ! 😢😢I've actually shared so many tears some are happy tears as well ... I wish we could live forever 💔 😞 I love Grandpa sooooo much !!! I've never thought I could love someone I don't even know . I can't explain it ... I'm always checking my phone even at work to check to see if there's a new video up ❤❤❤❤❤ God bless 🙌

[@shannonsmith6175]

This channel has helped me so much to deal with my mothers dementia. Love this whole family

[@gowthamhegde383]

❤❤❤

[@lindamathews6575]

He does amazing at 91 love you guy's great family ❤❤❤😊

[@romeosantos9006]

Father and son - both amazing. God bless you both. The Lord will bless the child who cares for his parent in old age.

[@Boogledigs]

I think the fact that he helped raise loving and successful children is his main achievement.

[@reginagiannantonio6762]

Sweet considerate man. . Sadly there are so many men and women in nursing homes that wish they had a family to talk to. Ed is a blessed man and his family equally blessed

[@busolaamos9332]

He's such a beautiful soul. Bless him.

[@rebeccatracy4779]

So precious.

[@workingman-xl6xh]

It is so good that he gets to go places rather than to just sit at home.

[@Patti747]

He will love the show . My husband was a Thunderbird instructor .

[@Tionaintown876]

Wow that’s awesome

[@lynamor2959]

❤!!!

[@Franana3]

That’s so cool!!!

[@gailtrotman5256]

When Dad is lucid, he is entertaining, charming, funny, eloquent and like a 65 year old! ❤ 🎉❤

[@kwekuhayford7852]

He's very dynamic. He talks about family well-being; jobs, money, and wallet to ensure budget is covered; chores, always asking what he can do to help; house, cars, and keys

[@susanberdan1626]

What father, what a Grandfather and what a sweet man.

[@jenwilmes6983]

Ed is EVERYONE'S grandpa! We love him!

[@barbaramoore5070]

Yes, we sure do! ❤

[@kickie6323]

Be still my heart. Reminds me of my dad who is long in Heaven. He would have loved the air show.❤❤❤ Bless you , Dan and Danielle, for all you do for your dad!

[@judd442009]

Grandpa remains engaged and wants to check in with what's happening. That's always a good sign.

[@loveyprosperity141]

Dad is not worried about Mark today 😂😂. I love the relationship you have with your dad. He is blessed to have a son like you. Watching from South Africa 🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@gwen08gard]

He’s so sweet with animals and children. He’s so sweet.

[@tamicoulson3620]

You are a blessing to your dad. As well as your brother for taking care of your dad. Treasure these videos long after your dad is gone. And what a blessing for future generations to know who he was❤

[@markcourtney1088]

We need more lengthy videos like this. I think it captures the disease and helps others understand more

[@shegheke]

AM FROM KENYA AFRICA AND I LOVE GRANDPA SO MUCH. HE SUCH A GOOD DAD

[@deew7014]

My dad loved the thunderbirds , my dad took me with him too , miss my Dad❤ God Bless this family 🙏

[@jacquelinemorris2648]

91 years and im 81 it is so sad he has this memory lost i sometimes feel a bit sorry for myself i live with my daughter and cats have had breast cancer but seeing you're dad makes me realise how lucky i am love to all your family 😊😊😊😊

[@angelkatlife7772]

With all his confusion he still praises his kids.. he has truly a big heart.. can’t hide that

[@neeuge849]

I love how he appreciates and loves the little things of life 🤍

[@roberthughes8428]

You are a loving son, and your father is very special.what a lovely chap.X

[@jeanmariebach4139]

Getting older is not for the faint of heart but it’s a privilege denied to many. God bless you and your Dad.

[@alae2024]

Bless him! I laughed when he said he wants to go to college 😅! Then he remembered that he already did all that and that he was a podiatrist ❤, he is so sweet! I hope you all enjoy the airshow!!

[@danlmarlow5446]

Grandpa Ed is always concerned about his kids. You can tell he's been a great father. Love you Dr. Salinger.❤

[@AtMyBest420]

Dr. Ed has now touched the world. That is pretty darn good. Witnessing his journey has affected me in so many ways. We are all advocates for dementia and Alzheimer’s research and a cure. Peace!!🥰

[@RisingTidesAC]

Very well said!

[@cmor2063]

It's great that his family is there to help him out. It's a very difficult job.

[@JerseyBoy-oq1tt]

I LOVE HIS OPTIMISM! So FAR podiatry is his MAJOR accomplishment. God bless HIM!

[@sandraweening9229]

So sweet to see Grandpa like this❤

[@commonsense3333]

I hope he knows how many lives he has blessed and made better just because of these videos 🥰

[@m4sure]

Grandpa is such a lovely caring person. I lost my dad to dementia 4 years ago but watching Ed having a few happy moments really cheers me up ❤

[@zie9171]

You're in good shape !!!! Bless him. Grandpa is so lucky his kids are there for him and he's part of the family. Brilliant example.

[@smariec2021ify]

I just love how grandpa constantly makes sure his children and his ex-wife are all okay, and I love the way you all come together to take care of him. It’s just heavenly and beautiful!! 12:49

[@heatherjunker967]

I believe Ed is showing what his main priorities were over his lifetime with each question he asks. Dan is doing a wonderful job being patient and answering the same questions repeatedly every minute or two. My dad is like this when he is in the car with me going to one of his doctors. I think they are looking for security and to feel safe when they are asking, "Where are we going? Who are we seeing? Why are we going?". It still works while my dad knows who I am. I dread the day he doesn't and I can't make him feel safe like I can now. Dan great job showing how it is really like

[@PrairieRose4]

I loved this long candid talk. Thanks for sharing him with us. My father has Alzheimer’s & lives with me so I relate to you all more than you know!

[@juliedsilva6626]

The way Ed gets up out of that chair! He's like a spring chicken 😉

[@ebenezergarbrah5255]

Oh, Dan! Thanks for the time with him. Bless you again and again. Enjoy the air show next week.

[@carlaw9623]

I absolutely love Dr. Ed! ❤️ He is a very special man. You and your family are a very lovely family. Thank you for sharing your exceptional father with us. God bless.

[@dsalnorcal1434]

❤️💙❤️

[@wenbeck1414]

Your Dad is your prescription for healing and moving forward. God Bless ❤

[@pinman973]

I love Grandpa and how he loves his family.

[@stevenfrost6441]

Grandpa tickles me when he always manages to circle back around to Dan's finances: "You can afford to do that now?" 😂♥👍God Bless all the Salingers! The Kitty has gotten so big! 😻

[@JennyLouLou]

Dan, thank you for sharing your patience and experiences with the world. I believe your channel is the most influential channel on youtube today. ❤

[@mcc9040]

Grampa's great. Dan's exemplary. Mark's solid. Danielle's miraculous. Clearly, the rest of the acorns are near the tree ~

[@harley6222]

@@mcc9040👍🏼👍🏼

[@franksontim-buor5995]

As a Ghanaian in my mid-sixties, I spend time going over these interesting clips Dan Salinger has graciously made avaliable to the viewing world. It takes courage to open the doors of one's private life to the world and Dan has great courage of conviction. Grandpa Salinger's what? Pardon me? Am I 91? Where is mycar? Where is my wallet? and many others give us insight as to how dementia affects one as one grows older and older. Bless Dr Salinger.

[@missperry4527]

Pop loves his money. Much love to him. Such a blessing.

[@LittleFrenchHen]

Good grief, I go from laughing to having a wee tear in my eye, and then laughing again. Ed is a great man....family first, all the way.! :)

[@ruthgruenwald6934]

When your dad said "You've earned it" made me cry because it's what most want to hear from their folks. I think it's synonymous with I'm proud of you. I think it's hard for them to say it sometimes, not wanting to feel boastful. So wonderful that he has you all.

[@hanwin651]

Not many people can do like Dan and Mike ! Living and caring for Ed every day is not an easy task . They keep Ed going as well. Hope , he will not decline from this stage . All of you are great !

[@therentveil1197]

🌸Such a sweetheart. Honestly, it’s hard to imagine him having been in the middle of a divorce, albeit years ago.

[@user-sw8xu7vq8d]

From this conversation anyone can tell how strong emotional attachment both Dad and Son have. Beautiful family!!!! ❤ Love it ! Absolutely love it !!!! Salute and thank you very much to you Dan for sharing your moments with your Dad ! Enjoyed watching!!!! ❤❤❤

[@amsie_86]

I'm always amazed by how supportive grandpa's words are to his children, he's constantly praising there achievements. Yet people think only 'snowflake' generation are praised. proves yo me that my family are completely emotionally disconnected which grandpa proves isn't a generational issue.

[@debrasixtoes424]

Love that you can sit down with your dad and just visit and talk. ❤

[@juliedsilva6626]

"Where the hell did mark get the money to retire " he cracks me up...😄

[@stephisteti]

We put noise canceling headphones on my Grandfather when the Blue Angels came to Sacramento and he was 90--best idea ever Have a great time!