Emotional Day • 7.13.17

[@SignusA]

13:17 "The measure of a man is the lives he's touched." It speaks wonders as to how true this is of you, Stephen. You have touched many lives, just like your grandfather.

[@gummybearchewy5444]

SignusA a lovely sentiment.

[@ElijahPickleFISH96]

Indeed he has. It's why he's the best.

[@SignusA]

After a small bit of research, apparently that quote is credited to Ernie Banks, a former MLB player. MLK does have some "the measure of a man" quotes, though!

[@Kelly.8]

"I don't consider this area home, this isn't my home, but when I say the phrase, "It feels good to be home," this is what I think of." That line made me cry, and all of us as your viewers appreciate how you decided to share something so special and near to your heart to you with us as well. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Tomorrow is not guaranteed, as you said before, so remember to enjoy the beauty in life. Cherish your moments with loved ones, tell them you love them. "The measure of a man is the lives he's touched" You have definitely touched my life. Thank you, Stephen.

[@SuperCrippledGamer]

This vlog is not only special to you, but from what I've read, it became special to many of your viewers as well. Including myself. Nobody knows when their time will come, so let's make the most of it. The best way I know how to do that is watching these videos. None of us are guaranteed a tomorrow. So until that day comes, let's meet back tomorrow, shall we?

[@KneeDeep2231]

Crippled Gamer Beautifully said 👏👏

[@JitteryJackanape]

My grandmother and grandfather used to go to your grandfather's church!!! Such a small world.

[@Madmushroom64]

Awww sad Stephen is so sad. Loss is hard, but I'm sure he'd be proud to see how hard you and Mal work. You're a great team that supports one another.

[@pumabread]

People might say or joke about the delay of the vlogs, but this was all worth it. This half hour video was so emotional and strong, I'll remember this for days. Thank you for showing us your parent's side of home, and I hope that you'll remember this time forever. You mom probably cried when she saw you meet your family members again, she and your dad must be so proud of you :)

[@IncredulousPasserby]

"The measure of a man is the lives he's touched." Wanted to bring that off of the gravestone, where it is a somber memorial, to a channel that has touched an incredible number of people and brought quite a few of them through their own versions of hell, back to somewhere stable. Myself included. I dunno, man. There's more words here but I don't have them. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@kckaiser683]

I honestly got a bit teary-eyed myself at one point of the vlog, but at the same time, this one was full of warm fuzzy feelings. Thank you so much, Stephen for sharing with us about your family.

[@tartagme]

I kind of know how you feel Stephen…my grandfather was just diagnosed with brain cancer TODAY even after the surgeons successfully removed the large tumor that was giving him seizures that was rooted deep in the main brain stem…them managing to remove the entire thing with no problems is honestly a blessing in itself…his life will no longer be the independent lifestyle he enjoys due to the chemo, but at least he'll be around for a few more years…all we can do is pray…God will truly bless you in all sorts of ways…🙏🏻

[@meekmeek93]

This day is probably one of the poignant of the adventure. It really shows how far Stephen has come, from starting his channel and the vlog to getting married and finding more adventures with Mal. I don't know any of them, but I definitely know that his grandfathers are proud of him, for being a part of our lives as well.

[@thesofokechannel8774]

When he put down the flowers I got the chills. What a lachrymose vlog.

[@Horzzo]

I lost my father a week ago. It hurts like nothing else. I can express nothing but condolences for your loss Stephen. Much love guys.

[@minecraftgameplay8100]

Horzzo i know this was a while ago but hope you’re doing good

[@makonpointe771]

This vlog hit me right in the feels. I never met my dads dad, because he passed away when my dad was really young, but my moms dad and I were really close. He taught me how to work, was always there when I needed someone to talk to. He passed away last year from cancer, just a few days before my brother got married. I miss him every day. I wish he had been able to see my brother get married and me graduate college, but I know he is in a better place. Watching this made the memories come flooding back. Grandparents are so special, and it sounds like you had some amazing memories with yours. Thank you for this today!

[@hockeymonkey11293]

Incredibly touching vlog. Was smiling and crying the whole time. Thank you so much for inviting us to come along this journey.

[@biologynerd3]

I'm a little misty eyed, Stephen. This really touched me. Thank you, thank you for sharing this part of your life with us.

[@patrickcomerford4101]

The part where you were talking to your grandparents grave made me cry it reminds me of when I go to my father's grave

[@TheZavinskiStories]

For those that don't understand vlogging, this would be the video I'd show them. The way you and Mal allow us - who are simultaneously strangers and everyday acquaintances - into your lives in such a meaningful way shows that vlogging can do something that no other entertainment medium can: really make the viewer feel like we're living our lives alongside another. And in this case, our lives can parallel anything from your funny antics to even heartwarming times like this.

[@Tom364]

Really enjoyed you show us your family history, makes me want to go down memory lane, also not going to lie I got emotional when Stephen did.

[@PyraXadon]

The Frostburg hotel looks so cool. I wish more hotels or any place for that matter would display the history of the town. Cause there're always visitors interested in the history of the place.

[@cinderdog]

I fully understand the feeling of "it's good to home" when it's not where you grew up. I feel the same way when I go to Albania to visit my family. It's not home, but it's home.

[@stephmufffin]

my grandpa just passed away a week ago, I can't handle watching this right now, I'll have to come back

[@crimsongamer2337]

This vlog left me very emotional, as it reminds me of when I lost my Nan through the Covid pandemic.

[@azzamatic4190]

Pleasure watching you play bioshock, appreciate gamers who don't yell in the mic or swear; and I like how you don't stress out or get upset over a game. Real positive experience, thank you

[@aaronman4772]

It's nice to see this kind of sharing of your history in this. Especially hearing the histories of your grandparents. It's hard to share that kind of personal thing with people, especially essentially random people online, but I'm glad you did. Very touching to see and hear how they've touched your life. On a lighter note, that hotel totally looks like a place a Ghost Hunting show from the late 2000s would show. Old buildings in small town America always seem to have that kind of eerie feeling to them, like there's a history unwritten in them.

[@iPodMusician]

Honestly thank you for sharing. One of my goals is to one day meet you and Mal, and this is just a reminder of that. Thank you for being you.

[@blindbandit7297]

I cried with you Stephen. You talking about your grandfathers reminded me of my grandmother who passed away a few years ago.

[@Imago900]

Thank you, Stephen for sharing this day and vlog with us, even if it was very emotional understandably. This is probably my favorite vlog of all year 7 years I love learning about other peoples family history. You made me remember a a regret I have that I cant do anything about is that even if I lived pretty near my mother's mother my grandmother I never got to say goodbye before she passed away because it was so sudden. We was at my grandfather at her funeral he was in hospital he said probably used to make us grandchildren feel little bit better "it soon gonna be better" the day after he passed away. I also feel sorry for having my fathers mother but never really getting to know her because she had sever alzheimer's and was totally gone from reality for most of my life, you could get no contact with her even if you where sitting beside her. That's my story I don't need people to feel sorry for me it was not therefore I wrote it used wanted to share. Because this vlog brought up many memories its been little over a year sense my mother's parents passed away.

[@colorfularty]

This is officially the only vlog that has made me openly cry.

[@ramahllama9804]

I can understand how you feel about being 'home". My Paternal Grandparents lived in a small town in WI. To this day Camp Douglas is "home". My Grandparents and Parents are all buried there.

[@natsudragneel188]

man what a day, first time the vlog has made me cry since Mal quit her job

[@thebepisboi]

Nostalgia is something that always hits close to home for me. And I think I can say for all of us that this Vlog probably reminded all of us of our childhoods, the grandparent's who were with us when we were young. It's one of those things where it's like, it's hard to accept the fact that we can't see them anymore, but the memories we have with them, we can cherish them forever. This really hit close to home today, and I hope maybe in the future to make a journey just like the one in this Vlog.

[@MarchingGhost13]

I smiled when I saw the "The measure of a man is in the lives he's touched." on the grave. You both have touched the lives of so many and are genuinely wonderful people. I'm glad you were able to take the time and make this a part of your trip and were able to share it with your parents.

[@spriddlez]

Goodness both your parents look like their fathers a lot. What a striking resemblance. I hope wherever your grandfathers are they are at peace. Thank you for sharing this.

[@Neotokyorider]

Going back to a place from your childhood can be such an emotional experience. I'm glad you got to go back and see it.

[@ShigKirby]

What a nice happy end to the vlog. Its a shame Mal never got to see your grandfather but getting to chat with your extended family must have been a special moment for the both of you.

[@mattwarnickbldhnd]

This was an awesome experience that I’m glad you shared. I’m a member of of Calvary Temple and currently live in Frostburg so it was neat seeing such small places on a huge platform like KZbin. Your grandma Gloria and uncle Eric are two of the most wonderful people I know and have been a big influence in my life. Thank you again for sharing and maybe I’ll be able to thank you in person one day.

[@TakersSoulGirl22]

This is neat. And Emotional. And Memorable. It makes me think of my own Grandpa, who I sadly never got to meet

[@bookpanda9920]

Man, I'm crying so much after watching this. The odd thing is, is that I'm not sad. Just seeing you visit family and cemetaries really got me thinking about my own. I miss my grandma every day and I dread the day when my grandpa will pass. I love my family so much, and I have to treasure the moments I have with them because Lord knows that life is short. Thank you for sharing this with us, I'm sorry for the loss. Time can never change how much you miss those who have passed.

[@gleegirl23431]

I was crying with you, Stephen. I lost my maternal grandpa 5 years ago and still miss him terribly. He was a hardworking, courageous man who taught us many things in life and we will cherish those memories with him.

[@garthonsix7573]

Wow I've done it. Today I've finally completed the ever increasingly difficult Journey. And what a day to complete it on. Thank you Stephen and Mal for all of your hard work.

[@99FeeBee99]

Just like your grandad stephen you've touched 66,000 lives, not even counting the people you have touched outside of KZbin. I feel like youtubers sometimes forget just how amazing it is that you manage to influence people globally through just being yourself. You will never meet me, but I am glad you're alive. And the same goes for literally thousands of others.

[@OrangeRangerVideos]

This was an amazing video. It's so tough and brave and commendable to bare your soul on video. There's a moment you turn the camera on yourself, and then you start crying....it's what makes you such a fantastic vlogger. Many, MANY other peoples' instinct would have been to turn the camera OFF at that moment, but instead you shared it with us. Thank you. In a weird way, I know the feeling of not having a cherished family member get to meet a significant other. I'm currently single, my stepdad passed away last year, and my mother is in 24/7 care the rest of her life after a massive stroke. I regret that my stepdad will never meet my future wife, and worry whether my mom will get that chance. And finally, you handled the explanation of your grandfather's companion so beautifully. We weren't privy to the full context, but romance does not always follow tradition, and sometimes you just form a bond that can't be defined. You didn't paint it as weird, and even made the effort to find this person and visit them. All in all, a BEAUTIFUL video, Stephen.

[@harryconstant9666]

Man it's crazy how much this video meant to me to watch. I can't really describe why but sharing these moments of Stephen and Mal's life feels so personal and such a privilege. Thank you for being you, guys. It really does mean a lot to me that I can watch these videos and have this insight to your life and happiness.

[@Thoomas2001]

Why did I only see this video now (13th of October, 2017)? It's honestly great seeing places close to you. I think one of the best things about living far away from where you grew up would be that you can visit your roots and relive those memories. Seeing you sad there in Mt. Storm also hurt me so much. You looking and sounding sad is such a rare thing. I'm so glad you decided to take us with you. I'd also recommend doing this with your old house in a few years. It'd be a fun treat :)

[@zachalejandro]

Damn it! Who's cutting onions? Not even 14 minutes in and I'm already crying my eyes out.

[@pocketscarf]

Even about 5 years later, I find myself coming back to this vlog every now and again. There's something very cathartic about it, and very... validating. I only had one living grandparent, the other three sadly dying rather young before I was born. But my one grandmother also had a companion that was a lot like an adopted grandfather to me. It's oftentimes hard to explain to others what that's like--that they're just as important to you as a biological grandparent, just as much a part of the family--so it's oddly relieving to see someone else with a similar experience. My grandmother passed in 2006, but my family kept in close contact with her companion until he too passed in 2019. I miss them both so much. And I miss the grandparents I never got to meet too, or at the very least I grieve their absence in my memories.

[@danny18894]

Home is wherever your heart feels loved and comfortable in. You can have many homes and many places that make you feel that way so it's okay to call them home. Just stay happy and remember that everyday is an experience

[@AnthonyKusanagi101]

This is why your one of the best people I've seen next to tim and Reese. Thanks Stephen. Tomorrow is not guaranteed.

[@ShigKirby]

I really appreciate that you let us see a part of your family history and allowed us to know the kind of man your grandfather was. You can definitely see like him that you also have touched so many lives through your channels and created a community filled with love. You really see how much this visit meant to you and its moments like this that define you as a person and a reason why this vlog channel is such a special part of your life and those that watch.

[@KevinTheTimeGeek86]

I watched this vlog after getting back from work, and I managed to keep it together until Stephen reached his paternal grandfather's grave. I just started tearing up, because it reminded me so much of my own paternal grandfather, who was an immigrant from Ireland. I was very close to him and he was a very important person in my life, so thank you for sharing this part of your family history with us, Stephen. I greatly appreciate it. The epitaph on the headstone is so true, though. Again, thank you so very much... :)

[@leahpritchett1441]

I lost my grandma this year, so seeing you visit your grandpas was very heart warming and emotional. I was crying when you put the flowers down and it didn't really stop thought out the video. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@michaeljohnson9916]

27:30 God bless you for remembering and visiting Marty!!! It sounds like she was exactly the lift your Grandpa needed after Grandma passed, and helped him give voice to the things he loved. I have a step-grandmother who did the exact same thing for my Grandpa for 10 years after Grandma Bernice passed. Our lives are rarely as long as those we love - thank God for those who're willing to help us get to the end safely.

[@Werewolfoverlord12]

This is hard to write but here goes... from about 2008 onwards, we have lost one of my older relatives, practically every year. Hearing you talk about how things have changed made me remember all the places i probably will never be able to visit again, and when you speak about losing your grandfathers... I'm sorry. I shouldn't be posting this here. But it just reminded me of all the people we've lost. And i don't think i've ever properly mourned for any of them. After a while you just... become numb. I miss them. And i want to thank you for sharing this with us. Cause i think it helped me. I don't know if that makes sense or not but it did. Cause i don't want to forget them. I just couldn't face it all at once. Thank you again and i'm hoping i didn't take anything away from your video.

[@salemthecat]

Thanks for this video. I have a grandparent buried in Israel and his father is buried in Poland due to the Holocaust. I hope to visit both those graves very soon

[@ianthesilverfire5224]

Lost my grandma a year ago. Miss her a ton. Glad you got to go visit those places, Stephen. Edit: that hotel looks haunted O.O

[@acairconditioner959]

Wow as soon as I saw that grave, even I was about to cry. To be true, I am part Korean and knowing that, I want to thank him. I am sorry Stephen. He will be remembered to all of us.

[@balbarith45]

This makes me want to go to higbee, Missouri. My dad, aunt and uncle( my dad and aunts brother) was born and raised there. Along with many of my dad's side of the family. The last time I was there, it was at my grandpa's funeral back in 2001 in the middle of my freshman year in highschool.

[@clairenewbury1954]

Stephen, I absolutely sympathize with you. I lost both of my grandmothers within 6 months of each other, but I was only 5/6 years old, I remember my parents crying, I remember the funerals, but I barely remember my grandmothers. The last memory I have of my maternal grandmother is ridiculously vivid though, I remember sitting outside her house under her cherry blossom tree, eating mini oreos and talking about how excited she was for me to start kindergarten. It was such a perfect day, and in hindsight a very emotional one for me and my mom. I understand how bittersweet it is to go back to these places, and have that familiar home-like feeling without it being your home you personally grew up in, I feel it every time we drive past that same cherry blossom tree from all those years ago. 💕

[@emilwoerner4905]

Stephen, this may be your best blog. Outstanding piece of media, sincerely. Your vlogs really are becoming something special in my life.

[@YourPalRal]

Looking at that photo of your paternal grandfather, your dad resembles him so much! And you and your mother resemble your maternal grandfather! I was really touched by this vlog. I know too well what's it like to lose a grandparent. My paternal grandfather lived across the street from me so I got to know him well. He passed away in November of 2015 at the age of 102 and I was visiting as he passed away. He was surrounded by family and it was a very emotional time. The hardest thing I've ever had to do was call a big portion of my family and tell everyone I called about the news and having to console my grandmother. I come from a big family and to this day I love when my older relatives tell stories about my grandfather. I visit his grave at least once a month because he means so much to me. While I am close to my paternal side of the family, I am unfortunately not as close to my maternal side. My mom's relatives all live in the Philippines and the last time I saw them was back in 2006. My maternal grandmother passed away before I was born and my maternal grandfather is still alive. I do want to get in touch with him more. Having said all this, I know how important it is to see family and friends, visit the graves of those close to you, and sharing those moments with people that you love. It's important to take that time to do those things because "you're not promised tomorrow". Thank you again, Stephen, for reminding me this and sharing moments like this on the vlog. It brought me to tears, but in a really heartwarming way.

[@SkywardGamer1]

I've not been on this channel in a very long time, but Stephen, we're all here for you, and we love you! I know you loved your grandparents, and they loved you. Losing someone is not easy, I know.

[@EdArciniega3]

Hey man I cried with you. My grandmother passed away around the time your grandfather did.. Brings back my childhood memories for her. God Bless you Stephen!

[@dynamokota]

oh jeez, it was hard seeing you tear up at your grandfather's grave. When I was 10, I lost my grandfather due to health complications after he got into an accident, so I feel like most of us who have lost loved ones sympathize.

[@MysterOwle]

Thank you for sharing these heartfelt moments with us. I had just found out that a student at my school committed suicide last night. I never get to meet him, but I knew his brother, and some of my closest friends knew him and were deeply affected by this. You have made a tough time for me easier. Thank you.

[@rihannadraco22]

This is amazing to see this journey and why people are so grateful for all the experiences you both give them to see. I never met my dad's father or Stepfather i only met his 2nd stepfather due to things in the past but this has touched so many people you have no idea. I also lost my fiancé's dad to prostate cancer maybe 2 years ago and i understand how hard it is to go through that

[@Jesscaaaa0]

I don't often see this kind of emotion from Stephen...I'm in awe. I loved this. Too emotional, but in a good way.

[@stoggies3546]

Thank you , I've driven lexa past pap Miller's house and graveyard hundreds of times. To well I don't know, maybe just to to comfort her. To show love and to listen to her stories of pap miller . How much her time with him ment to her. The music the guitars just simple family love Your video has helped me understand and get closer to her and appreciate the love we have for our family's thank you stephen for making this video

[@tss3393]

Thank you for sharing this personal journey with us Stephen! As someone who's made sentimental trips like this myself, and I can really appreciate your nostalgia and your reflection on those long-lost memories and loved ones. It takes a lot to bear all of that on camera, which you didn't have to, but I'm happy that you felt comfortable enough to take us along for the ride! Both of your grandfathers would be very proud of the lives you've impacted, as are we :)

[@tss3393]

Also, WHO THE HELL DISLIKED THIS!?!?!?

[@bethiebobanna5780]

Stephen, thank you for sharing this part of your life with us. I really admire the way that you and Mal are willing to be so real with your viewers. I may not know y'all personally, and I may never get the chance to meet y'all. But I consider myself blessed to be able to watch and learn from your lives by watching the vlog. I think it's great that you are able to touch the lives of so many people in such a special way.

[@Piranhaheat]

I live in Maryland (way way eastern MD), but I used to go camping out in Cumberland and Frostburg, and I've actually stayed at that hotel before. Awesome little town. It's a college town which can unfortunately ruin that small town feel, but it's still great.

[@zgamer200]

Thank you for sharing this with us Stephen. I would not have blamed you at all had you decided to just keep this day mostly private and not filmed anything, or kept most of what you filmed to yourself and your family. But I am glad to have seen this Vlog and to have gotten to know you and your family better, if only in a small way.

[@clemclemy]

This video was really hard for me to watch. Next month, it'll be a year since my sister died. I know this is very different from the subject of the video, but somehow, it really hit close to home for me. Thank you for sharing this with us, Stephen

[@ajrichards5502]

This is the most powerful blog ever man good job

[@Dissonant-Clash]

Regular at the main channel but man, have not watched the vlog in years, nice to see that after all this time the vlogs are still behind lol. Sorry about the passing and everything, this is the cycle of life and death, we will all experience it one day.

[@AndrewK]

This was such a great episode of the VLOG Stephen. Thank you SO much for sharing all you have shared with us, and I can't thank you enough for your vulnerability, and honesty.

[@charmander0232]

First off Stephen, I just want to thank you for sharing us your history, memories and your family. It was amazing to watch and listen to all of this. I also want to say I’m sorry for your losses and I know how you feel about your Maternal Grandfather not able to meet Mal. My maternal grandmother died of cancer in 2001, she was 55. She will never get to meet any of my future children and future partner. It really does suck but I keep her alive in my heart

[@Jojrre]

Thank you Stephen for sharing your history with us.

[@GamingWithLuigi]

Stephen just wow. This vlog video was one of the longest you´ve done and this is will be hands down on of my favorites. Thanks for being this open with us your viewers, sharing some happy moments of your life and I felt like you. I enjoyed all the time I used to spend with my grandmother which sadly she died in March 2013. For my grandfather well.... I never had one I wasen´t even born and he died at a very young age. Stephen your vlog channel is so underrated, been watching you since the start of your vlogs and it has been a while ride! Keep it up.

[@ReelPodcasts]

This is one of the most emotional vlogs. I have the same feelings when my great grandmother passed away. She lived till she was almost 100 years old. I know my mother knows more stories but I still remember a few of them and her words of wisdom stay with me to this day.

[@BestIffers]

This just made me think of what age i will be when i think i'd get to go to one of your convention meetups, and the thought that you might not be around that long...

[@TheSeventhSnivy]

Thank you Stephen for opening up a very special portion of your life to all of us. Didn't think it could be possible to be an even bigger fan and supporter of yours, but this vlog made me one.

[@skyehajime1668]

Wow. It's wonderful to be able to share an experience like this with you guys, in a sense. Thank you for sharing this with all of us.

[@twilight-princess240]

When I saw you visit the house that was once your grandfather's, it reminded me of when my family visited Illinois (Chicago only) and Wisconsin (Madison in particular) for the first time since 2008 when we moved to California. During the Wisconsin leg of our trip, we made a stop at the University of Wisconsin Madison, because I lived there from four months after I was born until the end of July 2008 or somewhere along those lines because of our move to California. During those seven years my family lived in Eagle Heights, an apartment complex on the university campus which was reserved for students who had families. I wasn't able to go into any of the two apartments I spent the first seven years of my life in because someone else was living there, but I was able to at least see the front of them, the playground where my brother (born in Madison in 2003) and I played as children and the small slope that we sledded down during the winter months. I say two apartments because when my family first arrived in 2001 we lived in a smaller apartment that was in a different building on the complex. When my brother was born in 2003, we moved to the one we stayed in until our move to California because it was bigger and more suitable for a family of four. I agree that it's a weird feeling when revisiting a place you've lived in or a relative has once lived in and you visited frequently at some point in your life, because I got that feeling when I revisited Eagle Heights as it was my childhood home. Unfortunately, unlike when you were able to visit your late grandfather's grave I'm not able to visit my late maternal grandfather's grave (the rest of my grandparents are still alive as of February 2021) even if I visited Korea because the pathway leading to his burial site has disappeared over the years and it hasn't been found again. I do hope the pathway is found or at least rebuilt again someday so that if I do visit Korea I can visit the burial site of the grandfather who died 13 years before I was born.

[@Nanakirb]

Yup I cried. We love you Stephen. Hurts to see you sad but so happy you loved this day! Thank you for sharing this with us! I loved watching this vlog.

[@outbackraider]

Why you do these things Stehhen, my heart is out of my chest and crying at such an experience and such beautiful stories, honestly I am glad that you got to see thee people again and overall, this Vlog was definitely an "Emotional Day"

[@TrainerShyGuy]

This is obviously one of those vlogs that will go down in history as one of the most important ones to view. Although it does suck that my birthday just so happens to be June 26th. I don't want people to be sad on my birthday.

[@InnerBluePerson]

I'm so glad you visited your Grandfathers' and Grandmothers' graves and got to see special old friends :'), felt bad when you were crying, I don't like seeing you cry, well, I don't like seeing just about anybody cry, but it was good for you to let your emotion out and your feelings show. It's also really good that you let us see you cry because that means you trust us enough to witness your emotion and etc. .Thank you so very much for sharing this Stephen, I've lost all three of my Grandfathers, let me explain, I have a step grandfather and didn't really get to know the first one while he was around, I did see him though and got to know about him and still can through stories and pictures. Another grandfather on one of my parents' sides died while they were in their senior year of high school and I didn't get to meet him unfortunately, I only know about him through stories and pictures of which I've only seen one so far.The hotel was really cool!, I'll admit though, I was just waiting for something scary to jump out or happen, the only few things that were scary were the jails' mannequins, the photo of the little girl like you pointed out! XD, part of the hallways a little along with the lighting as it was, and the dumb waiter made to look like a window (?). You're truly amazing Stephen, you really are, God Bless You, Mal, your cats,house,Family,Friends,Fans and future :) :D O:)

[@ikeruga7926]

I've been experiencing a lot of emotions lately and this video helped me get part of it out with a good cry, thank you Stephen. I know what it's like to have graves of loved ones far away from where you live. It's really rough, especially when they mean so much to you. I'm glad you got to visit what you could, and I hope you eventually rent that lodge to have fun with friends and/or family :)

[@WeBebe0514]

I’m goin back and watching some old videos and this one hit me hard emotionally. My maternal grandmother passed away when I was a little over a year old and it wasn’t until about two years ago where I was able to go visit her at her site in Indonesia. And as soon as I walked up I couldn’t stop crying, but I felt comforted almost as if she was hugging me. The wind blew when it got hot and I felt like it was her way of keeping me cool as I sat there. I visited again last year and it won’t be a while before I go back but I was able to point out her site and I felt how you felt. Indonesia isn’t home home but it felt like coming home in a way.

[@KittyLife]

I loved this video. I could just feel all the history and emotions through everything you showed, and your reactions to everything. Thank you for sharing this

[@donweiss2326]

Watching this vlog makes me think about my grandfather who has passed. He was not related to me by blood, he was my grandma's second husband on my dad's side. He was the only grandfather that I got to see much of. My mom's dad is still alive, and we barely see or hear from him even though we live close by. My Dad's Dad died not long after he came from California to visit us for the first time ever. So for the longest time, I had one grandpa that I actually knew and got to connect with. It was incredibly hard to hear that he passed. Sorry if this is not the best place for this, I just felt like I needed to get something out after watching this vlog.

[@FlashtheFirefox]

This video was sad but also very sweet to watch, I know you've been sharing your life with your fans for a while now but thank you Stephen; than you for all you and Mal do...I can't speak for everyone but I know I greatly appreciated you sharing this with us.

[@SkyPGShow]

I'm reminded of my grandfathers, and my recently late grandmother, and the subtle impacts they had on me. Thanks for reminding me of that, and thank you for sharing.

[@tylerbarth6983]

What a great vlog. One of the best Stephenvlogs of all time.

[@star6wars1]

A very sweet video that made me emotional as I know when I meet my significate other, I'll feel the same.

[@bc2014]

Such a special vlog. I'm glad you got a chance to revisit your past.

[@VGCKenny]

Watching this episode of the Vlog, and seeing you interacting with things that remind you of your grandparents made me think of mine. And just like you, it was rather emotional, but overall satisfying.I love my grandparents, and even though most f them are gon, I still feel like they're pushng me to be my best, and this brought some of that out in me. Thank you for this episode of the Vlog.

[@iamjbpeel]

This was such a touching and special vlog. I know me and all your viewers must be so happy you got to do this and share all of it with Mallory and us as well. It's one thing to hear that you did all of this but it's another to see it happen. I didn't expect to cry today but I did and I'm glad I did. Thanks for sharing this Stephen

[@ericmaccuish8938]

losing a family member or a friend i never easy since i lost a good friend of mine who i meet in Kindergarden when i was 6 years who took his own life last year in November almost 10 months ago and i still miss him to this day

[@StephenStaver]

Man, making me cry too. You're a good man, Stephen.