Heart for Rocks Wreath Ornament

[@KatyDidRocks]

Kim, you made me cry! :) Thank you so much for sharing your story, and for participating. Love you!

[@MontanaRockMom]

Just for you @KatyDidRocks...my mentor, always 🥰💞❤️

[@MACorrupt]

Can I send you one of my creations for your tree?

[@KatyDidRocks]

@@MACorrupt Hi! It's a wreath, and should be done by next Sunday. Maybe next year?

[@MACorrupt]

@@KatyDidRocks absolutely 🤎

[@Nikkisavage100]

Kim you are a great Lady

[@jennifermckenzie6257]

A few months after I lost my 16 yr old daughter, I asked God for a tangible connection between Him, her and I. I started seeing hearts in everything...tree knots, sidewalk cracks, clouds etc. One of the coolest things was spotting heart rocks amongst thousands of beach rocks. I've found hundreds of them. I know God opened my eyes to see these but I never was absolutely certain why He chose hearts. Then, I was looking through my daughter's pics on our PC and there they were...pics she took of things she saw hearts in! 😂❤

[@MontanaRockMom]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💞💞💞💞💞

[@cynergy4]

My sincerest condolances on your loss Kim. There are no words that can lessen that kind of pain so I'm sending you a big virtual hug! Your ornament is lovely!

[@sheri3395]

Beautiful ornament! Thank you for sharing your story. My husband and I lost our only child in 2019 at 32 years old. Rocking has brought some light in my back in my life and it’s something that brought us back together. ❤

[@coffeehunter8742]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you miss him daily & nightly. I too, lost my son, 19, in a car accident. Prayers for you both🙏💙

[@michaelvandyke6715]

Thank you for sharing Kim, you rock! Be blessed..👌 Awesome work with that Ammonite 👍

[@savagesquirrel9828]

I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. I hope you feel his love with the peace you find in nature. Your son is a true diplomat! The ornament came out great! Thanks.

[@ricksmith1647]

I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. Thank you for sharing your story with your viewers. I am happy that you found a healthy outlet for dealing with your grief and for finding peace. So many people find outlets that aren't healthy, but your outlet gets you outside on the beautiful Yellowstone River. And you get to share it with us. Peace be to you!

[@marilynpetry5263]

Kim, thank you for sharing the precious story of your twin brother. It made me appreciate the healing power of nature all the more. Your ornament is stunning, gorgeous, amazing!

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you for watching and, more importantly, listening, to my story.

[@gwynnfarrell1856]

Such a beautiful testimony to your love of your brother. And how well it speaks to your passion for rockhounding and the excellence of what you do with the rocks. Thank you.❤

[@sandmaker]

We have always loved your heart. Thank you for being brave enough to share your story. It was amazing. I think your brother may have helped you into the woods and into seeing the world around you a little differently, but that's just a 75 year old dolt talking. The fossile was a perfect pick you really showcased the colors. The wire wrap was just what was needed to finish it off. Woof to the pups, hi to the "young'an". See the sun, breathe with the wind, listen for life's whispers and look at everything with wonder every day. ❤❤ Be happy, safe and stay healthy 😷⚒

[@IndusRiverRock]

Wow amazing well done beautiful sharing 👍

[@mariemoss2475]

And I'm sure your brother is walking next to you ever step you take while rock hunting. Your ornament turned out beautiful, it totally still amazes me how something that old can still be so well preserved. Much love to you 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Reet64]

What a beautiful ornament! I lost my older brother last year, and looking for rocks by the lake is something that helps calm me.

[@shirleywelch2568]

Kim I'm right there with you. Rockhounding definitely brings me peace. I've had my fair share of tragedy not only losing both my brother but going through a bad divorce and moving away from somewhere I loved. Now I'm up in the Cascade mountains so I have lots of rocking opportunities. My heart goes out to you. Much love

[@gingermackeen5741]

Beautiful, Kim! I can really appreciate your comments about the wilderness. It's always been my "go to" for prayer and emotional healing. Thanks for sharing.

[@ccccarriemchardy9216]

Mother nature is the best healer, fantastic treasure!

[@graemero5532]

My condolences for the loss of your brother MRM. Your ornament turned out very cool.

[@wyodino6245]

Thank you MRM KIM, for being so candid sharing about the loss of your brother and what brought you to the love of rocks. 🤗🤗🤗 I also lost my only sister many years ago. She was my best friend and it was unbearable to me. But it was not until I faced death myself that I woke up to the wonder of rock hounding and the peace that rocks bring into a persons life. I have loved your channel from the beginning. You rock, MRM and so does your ornament! Great job! Beautiful! You are so artistic! And your boy rocks too. What a great guy to say such nice things. Loved it all. Thank you for again sharing. ❤

[@kellyanderson5142]

Thanks for sharing a bit of your story. We always appreciate your skills.

[@chrisblake2162]

Absolutely beautiful ornament!! I grew up in Florida and the wekiva national forest was my backyard. While most kids were out playing games and riding bikes, I was running around in the woods, building forts, and just seeing all the wonders that nature had to offer. When I was a teenager, my attention turned away from fort building to reading every book I could get my hands on about wild edible plants and the medicinal properties of plants. This early fascination with the woodland paradise has held true throughout my entire life. I'm 49 now and have never lost the joy, excitement, and the healing qualities, both physical and mental, that only nature has to offer. There have been many times in life when depression has gripped me tightly. I've found the best medicine for this isn't man made. All I need to do is walk into a forest, slip off my shoes, ground myself to the soil, and allow nature to do it's healing!!! Keep rocking on and I look forward to future posts.

[@kellym.9453]

What a sweet beautiful boy😊 Your ornament looks like a beautiful exotic fruit 🌬💚🙏❣️🌟

[@leslyeschoenhuth1107]

* Amazing ornament ~ Ammonite so difficult to find & cut..~ I'm sure it will be a fabulous addition to Katydid's Wreath..

[@marktaylor4458]

Thank you for sharing that life experience with us. I lost my wife two years ago and even now I think about her every day. Rock on.

[@ecks_marks_the_spot]

Thanks for sharing. You are a beautiful person. Rock on!

[@8621Charro]

OH MY GOSH, Kim!! Is there NOTHING that you cannot accomplish? This is a stunning transformation, and I've learned SO MUCH by watching!! Thank you for sharing your talents!

[@beckysmith3660]

Beautiful Kim the wilderness always brings me peace

[@cindyshort7859]

Hiking and Rockhounding are my go to things to regroup and calm my soul. I sit on overlooks and take in the beauty

[@tommykyle1570]

Thanks for sharing your story. Love looking at all the rocks from the Yellowstone River.

[@rodhelms-yt2pk]

A hug to you, time just time and you will heal

[@shellyfahren1936]

You're an amazing spirit, Kim. Thank you for sharing a very special and personal story with us. I love hearing the reasons, and feelings, and stories behind rockhounds.

[@ronaldhoppus9015]

Wow! You saw the beauty in that rock long before any of us did and it turned out great. Thanks for preserving through the sorrow and showing us the way. ❤💕💕

[@janehelbert7551]

Oh Montana Rock Mom, I can imagine your pain. I am a twin also. So sorry for your loss.

[@katherinehoffman9865]

I see your passion with each rock you collect. The loss of your brother has given you a beautiful gift. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. Your ornament is stunning. You hit a home run once again 💞

[@celestesanterre796]

Thank you for sharing your journey of love, loss and life!

[@janehelbert7551]

It's so whimsical and turned out beautifully!

[@rockersfromaz3001]

You are a beautiful human! I’m so sorry for your loss Kim! I just couldn’t even imagine! You did an amazing job in that! It is gorgeous!! STUNNING COLORS!! And your son is the sweetest lol ❤

[@deniseveiw7992]

My heart sank when you were telling your story on hiw you started rockhounding. I love your ornament. Its so beautiful ❤️.

[@cjriordan9100]

Your story resonates with a lot of viewers - me included. For me, it was losing my sister and a fellow rockhound. I found bags of rocks among her belongings after she passed and they joined my collection and help me feel connected to her. I think of her every time I'm out and pick up a pretty rock. The polishing looked amazing and you created a truly beautiful ornament!

[@anniegironne8444]

Sorry for your loss Kim and thank you for sharing your rock hunting passion. Rock on 🤟

[@RiskyRebelRockhounder]

Thank you for opening up, sharing your story and being vulnerable to so many people about your tragic loss. It really hit me hard, hearing that you lost your twin brother. It brought huge tears to my eyes I couldn’t hold them back as I also can relate and sympathize with you. I have recently lost my sister in law, January 10, 2023 to depression and mental health. She ended up taking her own life as she struggled everyday but she fought a long battle that I know she can rest now and be at peace. No one else in the family loved to rockhound as much as her and I or attend all the rock and gem shows together. It won’t be the same for me anymore but I cherish all the times we rockhound together. Her and I had planned a trip to Montana May 2023 as we also wanted to find those beautiful agates but will never happen. 😢 I was not going to go but I decided to still go this end of May in her honour as I know she would want me to go and to enjoy Rockhounding adventures but it won’t be the same anymore as it was our thing to do for self-care, escape the world and enjoy the peace with nature. You did such an amazing job on the beautiful piece of ammolite and wire wrapping. You need to give yourself more credit as you are a natural. 😉 Sending you lots of hugs 🤗 and love your way. 🧡 Stay safe and keep on rocking. From Canada 🇨🇦

[@scottowens1535]

Thank you. You are a nice person and your excitement is infectious. I've found it a extremely rewarding pastime and nature's beauty is alluring. I'm new so everything is exciting and fresh. Peace to you Dear Lady.

[@greatnorthernviews3052]

You are good at doing all the things related to rocks. You are a pleasure to watch ❤❤

[@raygay3375]

Wow…that is just beautiful ❤. Thank you for sharing your story. I too find peace in the outdoors. Great job Kim!

[@vickielester5624]

Love the ornament and the shell piece is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing your story. I’m so very sorry about your loss.

[@lydiabiggs6920]

Thank you for opening up to your fans. I am going through a rough time in life right now. I love watching your amazing adventures as I am getting ready to sleep. Keep up the great rock finding, you have an amazing gift that I’m sure your twin would appreciate just like you!! With warm hugs from Lydia

[@largent45]

That was an amazing story and thank you for sharing the intimate knowledge of why and how you became interested in rocks! It brought a tear to my eye too kate! Your project, the ornament is so lovely! The ammolite is so very beautiful, and your wrapping of it was so beautifully artistic and made it look just beautiful! Amazing first project! Thanks Kim!

[@patriciamckean4186]

Thank you for sharing your story. I also love nature. It has helped me appreciate life. Hugs fellow rocker!

[@gregderksen1996]

Thank you for sharing a piece of yourself with us Kim. This adds a whole new dimension on how one views your passion for collecting. At least it does for me. Beautiful crafting! What a wonderful stone. Thanks again.🌟

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you Greg 💞

[@springyt75]

Wow!!! That is absolutely beautiful!! Great job! And thank you for sharing your story & love of rocks!

[@patriciabock4299]

You are amazing Kim! Love your channel and always ready to go along with you on your adventures! Like you I collected rocks long before I knew what kind of rocks I was collecting lol. Learning to make wire wrapped jewelry opened a whole new world of finding rocks! I love it and can back you up on how peaceful it is to get out in nature and how you can clear your mind of hurtful things and find the beauty in great memories of those we have lost. You are an inspiration and joy!

[@mikemcdonald2755]

God bless you Kim. Thank you so much for sharing your story and your adventures with us. Your rocks are always amazing and watching your videos makes me get out more! Your always a calming and peaceful voice. Thankyou

[@dawnademarco3482]

❤❤ Kim.. your story.. took my breath away.. similar to mine... my sister, 4 years older but my best friend passed in 2021.. and that's what got me trying to do things I've always wanted to do.. to try to get past the grief.. Thank you for sharing❤❤

[@JMZVIDEOZ]

Very cool, I like that a lot. Thank You for sharing this !

[@coffeehunter8742]

I kind of understand, in my own way. I tragically lost my son(19) in a car accident. We enjoyed the outdoors, rocks, artifacts, fishing, hunting, photography, sports, and so much more, together. I miss him every day, as i know you miss your brother. Im so sorry that a very part of your soul is gone from your physical life. You are right, there is something super special about being in nature, that makes us feel close. Thank you for sharing,(wish my daughter could), I know it was difficult.🙏💙 Rocks drew me to your channel, perhaps just for this specific video message from you. Thank you💙🙏 Prayers & blessings.

[@appleatchaadventure7664]

Thank you for sharing. Your words make so much sense for those of us that have loss and trauma in our past

[@Mz.Stephanie]

I love this video! Thank you for showing this process. You are my inspiration for coming to Montana to rock hound the Yellowstone this summer. Thank you for sharing! Love your pups too!

[@nicolagraynewzealandrockho8976]

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Rock hunting is more than just picking up pretty stones. I lost my dad 2 years ago, he just loved my rock hounding journey. He built me my first tumbler, which now evolved into quite a large machine. I'm sad he didn't get to see my recent huge dream rock hunt I went on. Rock hunting is great therapy for me too. I really love your ordiment, it's beautiful.

[@johnsaucerhunter]

Your Story of seeing the World differently was very moving. I'm at my most peaceful when I'm outdoors in the mountains or around a stream, it always reminds me of my Families love for rocks, minerals and mining. Really liked your piece you made.

[@mlmoore5719]

Really wow! Thank you for sharing your story. Nature and creativity can be so cathartic. And, you have a very special eye for both! Hugs from a fellow Billings mom, and rock fan.

[@mikebloodsworth140]

Thanks for opening yourself up to your fans. Your message of hope is encouraging and appreciated.

[@kastah]

so sad to hear about your twinbrother. I think that most of us have had sad losses, family and friends that had to go way to early. I have lost many, it is like a void when someone leave us, but, they are not LOST, they are in another dimension and we will go there too, and then we mets again. We go on and on for ever, it is a never ending school to be born. Not only here to Terra, but to another planets too, many of us have done that, we want to learn to be LOVE and LIGHT. That is the purphose. Hugs to you Kim. And, the ornament went out beutiful......lovely with that shine.

[@bobpaup4222]

Thank you for sharing your video. Being out in nature and rock hounding is food for the soul. It's amazing what nature creates in the form of rocks and minerals. Each adventure is like Christmas morning finding presents that nature has left for us. Thank you I do appreciate your videos that you create.

[@highlander5161]

Your a good wee soul. Your appreciated for sure. I couldn't agree more about rock hounding. It's an excellent way to take yourself away from the depths of the mind. But even on the times you still can't escape your issues, it somehow makes them lighter being out and actively doing something. Good job on the item you turned out. Takes patience. 🤗

[@naomimakin1908]

Oh Wow Kim that's truly beautiful, as are you 😊

[@dorismoore8711]

I really enjoyed your story it touched my heart because I just lost my 26year old daughter in a car accident in Nov. God bless

[@justjulee9135]

What a beautiful ornament! Thank you for sharing your story. It reminds me to always be kind because you never know what someone else may be going through.

[@michaelbearss371]

Thank you for sharing your story! I always enjoy being out in nature myself... it's very therapeutic for me! Love the ornament you made!

[@dougzirkle5951]

The ornament was beautifully crafted! And the fossil shell itself…gorgeous! I lost my brother when I was in my late teens. How you described the way your perception of life around you is spot on.

[@leannaerickson9745]

Sincerest sympathy for the loss of your brother. It's so hard to go forward when you must leave someone you love behind. Your ornament is lovely. Were You thinking of your brother as you work? This makes your beautiful ammolite ornament even more special. Surely your brother would be proud of you.

[@JnVrockhounding]

Very pretty piece. Glad you’re finding some peace and sorry about your brother.

[@anneallen2690]

Thank you ❤❤❤😊

[@fenix02008]

Beautiful ornament. Same color as my crocks HA❣️ Bet he was surprised to see the other side ❣️ Thx for sharing your story and sorry for your loss. Nature and Rocks are both great ways to Heal ❤ The World could use that philosophy. I hope you continue to Heal ❤ Keep on Rockin ❣️

[@grandparocky]

You have such a beautiful soul Kim!

[@jeffbaran8036]

Awesome Awesome show. Many thanks and I'm going to send this to my daughter. USA Jeff Baran 🇺🇸 FOREVER

[@sghettinona]

This is beautiful. It helps give me ideas for using my rocks in meaningful ways. All the Best to You. Strength and Healing to You and your Family. ❤

[@GeologyDude]

Very nice story. I appreciate your message.

[@DougAnderson-tv1jd]

Wow… simply wow.

[@brianwalker9185]

Sorry for your loss Kim. Loosing a twin...just no words...love your piece...very cool. I come from a rockhounding family...Ive lost my family over the passed 10 years and really havent gotten out in years. Time to dust off my butt and get out there. Stay well kid. Stay safe

[@juliemckenna514]

Hi Kim, thank you for sharing your story and I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m glad that your find peace in your rock hounding and I’m sure your brother has something to do with all those amazing beautiful rocks that you find🥰 your ornament turned out just beautiful and watching you do the wire wrapping was inspiring you made it look so easy and the wrap is so unique, I love it 😊❤️

[@DeluxeCircuitAB763]

This is really impactful. You made this video and hearing the story about your brother. I thought I was listening to myself. (for a minute there) My brother “Kirk” past away as I was caregiving for my mother. I’ll send you what transpired. I’m the person you just sent some of this ammolite to. Great ornament👍

[@montanalivin8248]

Thank you for your videos, and your passion. You're doing an awesome job!

[@richardland9668]

Kim, I watch you on your adventures from Scotland. And I can understand your passion for rocks. They do seem to have a connection with a spiritual side and particularly grief. And you are such a lovely person. I wish you all the best for the future and hope maybe you get a chance one day to travel a little further afield.

[@dennisnolan826]

My favorite video of yours! 😘

[@ICSheryl]

Beautiful work and love your channel. Appreciate your vulnerable share and big hugs! I'm a big fan of geology and rockhounding as well and you were the first channel I found like this and you hold a special place in my ❤!

[@danielhawkins6141]

You have an awesome love for rocks! Your creek bed is amazing!

[@amyjones7962]

I relate so much to your story of how you started this love of rocks. Exactly how i started. Thank you so much for sharing with us! ❤🙏🏻😊

[@MACorrupt]

Beautiful Kim. Getting out in nature and rock hunting and then going home and carving them has been my road through anxiety and grief at the loss of my children for the past 20 months. I’ve always been a rockhound her, but getting outside with my dog now and looking for rocks is survival.🤎

[@kellyharper367]

Old disabled house bound dusty rusty rockhound here: My heart goes out to you!

[@wyodino6245]

🤗❤

[@MACorrupt]

@@kellyharper367 🤎

[@moussatebbakh4933]

Thank you so much I'm so happy When I see you having a good time, so do I when I watch your videos ❤

[@suzannemorris7907]

Very heartfelt Kimmy! Love ya Suzi

[@lisamills-wv6nc]

Very artistic and beautiful ornament. Thank you for sharing your story. I get the same peaceful feeling when out in nature. It's really good for the soul. 😊

[@glennaw1547]

Beautiful ornament or keepsake to hang. 😊

[@jamesblondeau1029]

Wow. Such a beautiful colour of red. That is an amazing piece and thank you for taking the time to show us some of the steps you take to polish ammolite. So involved and delicate. I would be sweating buckets until i was done. 👍❤️

[@brendawillbanks3056]

Kim thank you for sharing. I grew up rock hounding. Everytime we went swimming or exploring new places. I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many rocks that when I pick it up, I have the memories of the family members with me when I found them. Most of them are gone now. And I just recently had a heart attack. And I had so many dreams of being with my family members out in the wild. It was strange. I am missing 2 weeks of my life. But I guess that's my brains way of protecting me from bad memories! Your acolyte turned out beautiful!

[@angitaylor5685]

Hi, I am so sad to hear of your loss. I lost my sister in 1983. Each loss is so unique because only you knew your twin the way you did. Sending Big hugs and healing energy to you. I enjoy watching your videos and I love the rocks you find. This piece is truly artistry. I hope you share more of these videos that show how you use the beauty you find. There are so many gorgeous pieces. I particularly loved the purple with the white triangular center. I think it was in another video. Anyway, thank you for sharing your story. It is very brave to share your pain. May you continue to be blessed by your adventures❤

[@gemstonejudy5900]

Beautiful piece! Great choice! Very festive!

[@Davysgravy]

❤ your channel subbed Thanks for sharring resonates 🙏

[@mycanadianlifestyle]

Your project turned out amazing. ✌

[@aprilgoodman4504]

I lost my oldest sister a few years ago I always think of her when I watch rock hounding videos because she loved living in the country

[@markgubbins1958]

So sorry for your loss, Kim. I have a twin sister, and we have such a bond, that I too would be devastated to loose her. This video was wonderful, and your project turned out to be fantastic.

[@grokeffer6226]

Beautiful!! I hope all is well with you and your family. I'm okay.