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[@automatedwoodworker]

This is why I follow you, you are not just a maker, you’re a storyteller who makes. A good son, and from the looks of it a remarkable being. Beautiful story and a nice build.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thanks! Appreciate it alot!

[@andreiblagaila-lazar8341]

Lost my dad to cancer as well. Hats off to how beautifully you paid tribute to him

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you and sorry for your loss

[@DudeSawdust]

I feel you! Saying good bye too early to your father is tough. Making this video as a tribute to him is part of the healing process. I did the same thing on my channel and it was very helpful to my mourning process. My father was murdered when I was 17 and I wish he could have been around to see all that I have accomplished.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Im so sorry to hear that mate. Its been a long process I guess but telling our stories will probably help others as well

[@Alan-iq9yc]

Lost my dad last month and this video broke me. Thank you for sharing the healing words.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

So sorry to hear that!

[@creativearmada8044]

I came here to watch the making and I left sobbing and wanting to hug my dad. God bless you and your memories. Thank you for sharing.

[@poconojoe90]

Wow! I didn’t expect this. What a beautiful tribute! That’s a very personal story and I’m sure it took a lot of courage to share it…… i’m just glad you did. Thank you!

[@TheSwedishMaker]

It did for sure. Im still scared :) Thank you!

[@ThePlatinumFox]

Not just a beautiful stool, but a beautiful story! I hope making both the stool and video gave you some comfort too. There is no doubt that a tribute like this from a son would make ANY dad proud! Thank you for sharing this in such a genuine way.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

thank you 🙏

[@bnickel9463]

That was the most touching heartfelt video I have ever watched. I'm all teared up watching this as a dad and a son and a grandson. This video meant so much to me, I can only imagine what it meant to you. You are an amazing creator. Thank you for sharing so much for all of us to benefit.

[@hatulflezet]

Very moving. Its brave of you to open like that to... well, everyone. Thank you.

[@Zag328]

Lost my dad in February 2015, he was a woodworker and welder by trade. You've inspired me to remake some of his furniture that I grew up with that he had made.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

what a great idea - thanks for sharing

[@dannykhaos173]

I lost my mother a decade ago, and I constantly wish I could share things with her. This was a beautiful story, and a beautiful piece of work. Good job.

[@SprocketN]

A very moving video. You touched a very raw nerve for me. I lost my mum and step-father in the last 18 months. I held back my tears, I nearly made it to the end of the video. Towards the end I could hear your voice breaking up. Like my voice does. Every day, in my mind I talk to my mum and step-father but before I’ve ended my ‘conversation’ with them I have tears in my eyes.

[@kore996]

I appreciate you sharing this and I’m lucky to still have both my parents still alive. As we all get older it’s starting to pop into my head more frequently that there is less and less time I will get to spend with them. Regardless of age there is a hidden countdown to the last time for everything.

[@lunchbox9864]

As an extremely non-confident, imposter syndrome sufferer maker who happens to be the son of a now elderly but talented former professional woodworker, this cut deep. My wife is so encouraging of the projects I make and things I 3d print. But I get a special kind of affirmation when my dad compliments my work. I don’t think a boy ever grows out of wanting to make dad proud.

[@h4z4rd42]

Man, that was touching, and not just because you told almost my my dad's and my story... It took me almost two years to stop to grab for my phone to call him when I wasn't sure at something, but even nowadays I try to see my projects through his eyes. This is the strong father's legacy. I do respect and thank you for this video (too).

[@talbech]

Thanks for sharing your story. I find myself going in my dads footsteps as well. Lost him two years ago. I took over his old workshop and every thing I do, I keep asking myself if he would have liked the result. I miss him every day, but use my time in the workshop to remember him in a positive and constructive way..

[@TheSwedishMaker]

sorry for your loss and thanks for sharing

[@TheGc66]

that's good stuff man.

[@2handsomeforlaw]

Tack för att du delade denna berättelse, jag kände igen mig i så mycket. Jag förlorade min mamma i cancer för 7 år sedan. Varma hälsningar från Norge. -Fredrik

[@desertpillar5286]

Made me tear up in the end! Felt this truly as I lost my dad to cancer too when I was just 23. I wish he could see me now and my beautiful family and his granddaughter! I’m sure he would be so proud ❤

[@trubadur_robinkristiansson]

Pierre, nu fick du mig att gråta. Jobbade med din pappa på Fyllingeskolan. Han är saknad. Vilken glädjespridare! Fortsätt med det du gör!

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Tack Robin! 🙏❤️

[@berribeans6593]

Lost my dad after a long fight as well. I can relate to the feelings you describe in your video. Thank you so much for this video it helped put some things into perspective. Thank you ❤

[@EricClaeren]

Thank you for sharing this personal and touching story. Although my father is still alive, it resonates strongly with me. Thank you for sharing this.

[@soulsolutions3999]

Amazing remembrance, thoughtful and sincere. You were so lucky to have a dad like that! There is a saying in life that goes, "As a young man, we spend our first few years idolizing our dads, then through our teen years, we spend that time trying to be jut the opposite of them, then the rest of our lives trying to be exactly like them". Amazing video, sorry for your loss, but so grateful for your sharing!

[@LeoS-58]

Pierre, thanks for sharing this emotional story. Although my father had a long live life, I still miss him dearly and often would like to show him my projects or experiences. Good memories and fond feelings are of pivotal importance.

[@cwm-codingwithmike]

Thanks for sharing this story! You have given myself reason to pause and enjoy my kids more.

[@giorgiochiappini1931]

I'm 20 seconds into the video and i'm already crying listening to your words. I've been starting my woodworking business since a couple of months after dreaming it for 5 years, I'm 33 and I lost my dad in November '23, everyday I wish he could see me doing what I do.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Sorry about your loss! Keep making man!

[@mattelias721]

This is a great story. It resonated with me for the similarities of the loss. One thing it took me over 40 years to learn was that the shift of a father-son relationship from parent/child into man/man is awesome. I didn't really get to enjoy that with my Dad, but have come to treasure it with my son. I hear the loss in your voice, but just know I'm happy for you because you got to have that level of relationship with your Dad. He's proud of you, I am certain.

[@deltan9ne306]

This was a beautiful video. Your dad is so proud of you!

[@DiegoChavezActon]

Great video. Powerful and touching meditation about your dad. My condolences on his passing. I’m glad you’re finding peace and ways to make him proud and connect with him even after his passing. You have motivated me to put more effort into my relationship with my dad, thank you for that.

[@waynethomas2118]

This resonated with me as I lost my father on Saturday. So far the grief hasn't really set in, but I'm trying to focus on the fact we had a great relationship and he had a great life

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Im sorry for your loss. That is the right focus - I did the same

[@KeithMcWhirter]

What a beautiful story, build, and sentiment. To all the sons missing fathers ... Cheers ❤

[@TheSwedishMaker]

thank you!

[@dianahenderson]

Your father sounds like he was amazing guy....my condolences. I am sure he would have been very proud of your beautiful stool. it was a pleasure to watch you build it and I admit...I'm a bit teary listening to your story.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you!

[@ericehrensing]

Thanks for sharing all the work you put into this piece and the feelings you had behind it. I know your dad would be proud, both of the woodworking and the video..

[@martijnvdijk]

I not only watch your video’s because they are fun, but also the relaxing voice. Specially at the end of the video I could hear the emotion. I still have my dad, so I cannot understand the feeling, but you made me feel it as far as I can understand it. You’re a legend for being this open!

[@TheSwedishMaker]

thank you! 🙏

[@prashmakes]

This is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing your story about your relationship with your father whilst making such a beautiful piece of furniture. I love your content.

[@shamramachandran]

I feel your pain. Just lost my Dad a couple of months ago and I identify with your emotions. The best thing we can do is to live our lives the best we can and cherish our parents love and life. Good luck to you my friend!

[@Create2make]

Thank you, I was similar to yourself and started doing videos just so I could show my dad what I had been making and try to make him proud of me. Since he past away I haven’t really had the same feeling about making videos, but I have been thinking of doing them again for my grandson. Watching this has made me remember, thank you.

[@Crite68]

What a great tribute to your dad. I am sure a lot of us can relate to how you feel about him, and the relationship you had. I do for sure. Also, it’s admirable that you dare to show your feelings like you do.

[@Dustins_Woodworking]

I lost my dad to cancer 24 years ago. I still miss him and wish I could show him the things I’ve made or done. Great video. Keep it up. We are proud of you.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@mdalacu]

Prostatic cancer took my father two years ago. I feel you exactly. Take care, this is life!

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Sorry to hear. Take care

[@madsadamsen3835]

Thank you so much for sharing this. A truly beautiful piece and a loving and warmhearted story. I too lost my dad to cancer and he, as yours, was a father who I would still love to show my makings to.☺️❤️ But your way was really loveing and i thank you for that. Greatings from Denmark

[@TheSwedishMaker]

thank you! 🙏

[@steveferguson1232]

I can’t even explain how I feel. You getting so personal, I feel proud to be one of your subscribers. This new style leaves me anticipating, not your next project which the stool is beautiful by the way; but I am more excited for your next story. This new style for you is truly wonderful.

[@99DoubleDutch]

What a powerful and amazing video. Your dad would have been proud and what you made is beautiful. Thank you.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you! 🙏

[@thespaniard1810]

What a wonderful tribute to your father. My dad was similar to yours in so many of the ways you mention. I became an engineer because I saw my dad making things, sometimes from the simplest materials, for my mum and our family home. He was never a touchy-feely kind of dad but he always did the best for his family. It was very moving to hear you talk about your dad, and I could hear the emotion in your voice, especially towards the end of the video. I lost my dad to cancer in 2014, and everytime I make or fix something I'm reminded of him. I felt the continuity of it all a few weeks ago when my son messaged me from his home asking how to fix the brakes on his bike, only to message again about 5 minutes later to say he had worked it out and it was fixed; I smiled and thought of my dad, knowing he would approve.

[@KnottenWood]

Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. I’m sure we all have our father stories and how we choose to remember them and how as we get older, those memories and lessons change, as we do. We lost our dad a few years ago. He was a strong and proud man and father. He worked very hard through his life providing for us all and earned a lot of respect from us, his peers and his coworkers. Coming from Holland and doing all of the “first of things” his diamond cutting skills he created due to his incredible passion. I miss him dearly!!! Thank you again for sharing.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

I feel you! Thanks for sharing!

[@RobertA-ns3fh]

I am sure he is beyond proud of you. I'm sorry for your loss. Lost my dad in 2002 due to leukemia.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Sorry to hear that! Thank you

[@AlexanderEresov]

Thanks mate. It sounds like your dad was a good man. You know, they never go away completely while we remember them. He's in your heart. Or in heavens above, if you prefer. But he's smiling now.

[@UncySpam]

Thankyou for sharing such an emotional story, and not being afraid to let us hear your emotion.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you! Appreciate it

[@CyberAutomate]

Great video. I love that you are more than the typical "Hey look what I made" maker. You have the rare ability to convey a story in an engaging, fun and entertaining way even when the subject matter may not be considered traditionally fun. Love your work sir, keep doing you. Sorry to here about Dad... RIP ❤❤

[@alfonsoPina]

That is a beautiful stool, and an even more beautiful story. My dad has done on too. He would have been proud of me and my brothers, doing woodworking like he did.

[@fotografdaniel7108]

Detta träffade mig rakt i hjärtat utan omvägar…❤️ Tack

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Tack! 🙏

[@MelbourneMaker]

As always such a wonderful storyteller. Thank you for sharing. Hit me right in the feels. Genuine honesty on the internet is a rare thing. Keep up the amazing work.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

thank you 🙏 appreciate it

[@kochersven6707]

It’s so heart warming seeing this video! Thank goodness that there are people who have feelings like this. Love. Sadness. Proudness. Curiosity. Sadly, my Father and me broke up. I’m 36 now and he is 70. I have ADHD And the Fir diagnosis was with 13. Second with 18. third with 28. After each one, I Spoke to him. I Remember each One of These conversations. Everytime, he Look At Me an told me „this doesn’t exist! You are just a fault“. The older I got, the further my therapy’s went, I try to see through his eyes. I know his past Problems in the Family the Separation of the Brothers because of the Land from her parents. Fair. But, aber all this time. I build up som kind of „he’s a stranger“. Gues I never going to have such feelings for him like you have to yours! And this makes me truly sad. And happy! Hold these kind of love tight.

[@rodneybuilders232]

I'm surprised to find ourselves so similar. I too have felt like the imposter, fairly good at most things but never really really good at one thing. To hear you say this made me feel I'm not alone in the world. Like you I'm sticking with woodworking! We have similar thoughts about our Dads too. First time I've seen you and I will be subscribing. Can't wait to see your other video's especially the one showing wooden thread making. Thank you for posting such thoughtful and valuable content! regards from Western Australia. RM

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Hey man! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts - truly appreciate it.

[@WesleySprinkle]

Beautiful eulogy for your dad. Without going into it too deeply you managed to strike a chord in every father relationship, I believe. Wes from Canada

[@WesleySprinkle]

I meant to say father,son relationship. Wes

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you! Appreciate it!

[@kolos121]

This really hit. My experiences with my dad were very much similar and I wish I'd had seen alot of things clearer much sooner. Mine passed away in 3 months due to cancer. Worst months of my life.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

sorry about your loss! thanks for watching

[@1micler]

Lovely story, very heart warming.

[@thedoorguycharlie]

Thank you. This touched me, deeply. My Father was from Sweden. Immigrated in 1922 to the USA. He was 50 when I was born so we had less time together than most. But the time we had together was spent wisely. He retired from carpentry when I was still in high school so we never really worked together. I realized that dream with my son. Thank you for your content. It's appreciated.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@supermroz]

What a cool way of combining 3D printing and woodworking. The stool turned out great, I'm sure your dad would be proud. Lost mine last year at 54 due to a heart disease. I keep catching myself being excited to show him something and then remembering. Regretting all the times I thought he was being lame and not listening to him. I believe it's important to talk about these things, to share our experiences. Thank you for sharing yours in such a nice way.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

thank you for sharing as well - I agree - it's important to talk and share it

[@ricardomalfavon977]

I cried my eyes off! Damn man! Love ur story so much! And yes… ur dad was, is and will be proud of you!

[@bucklogos]

This made me tear up. My dad's birthday is tomorrow, I will make sure to tell him how much I love him.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Do that. Thanks for watching

[@ScroseOfficial]

Beautiful video, made me call my Dad just to chat - Such an amazing tribute to an extraordinary father!

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you! Im glad you told me you did that

[@allanlindskoog]

What a beautiful, heart-wrenching story. Yes, your dad is proud of you. I imagine he wishes that your relationship could have been deeper, but he was of a generation where that wasn't normal (or easy). And that stool is perfect.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you! Agree - it was a different generation

[@ogwoodworks]

Wow... there's a lot to unpack there and you did it beautifully. The dynamic between a father and son can be complicated and difficult because the young and the old always see the world through different eyes. But with the passage of time, we eventually begin to see ourselves and our fathers in a different light. One day we look in the mirror and see our fathers looking back at us and we begin to realize that in spite of the conflicts and arguments, we were always more similar than different. When we have sons of our own, the circle closes and we gain a better understanding of what our fathers went through. At that point, insight, forgiveness and some amount of guilt usually follows. I think this process is especially poignant for makers like us. One of the reasons I like to create functional and (hopefully) beautiful things for my children and other important people in my life is to leave something behind after I'm gone. Perhaps one of them will be inspired to pick up some tools and make something of their own. I'm sure your Dad was very proud of you and you've created a lovely tribute to him.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you! You make some good points. Even if they won't pick up the tools I think we do leave them with the sentiment of making

[@audibasha]

I never had a chance to say goodbye to my dad, also couldn't let him go . I think losing a loving father is not something we can forget, i hope my and your fathers are in a better place now , free from all the pain they went through.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Agree! Thanks for watching

[@groovexmedia]

Pierre, that was unexpected but so beautiful. While I still have my dad it made me think of my mother who passed away almost 20yrs ago now. The best feeling is to realize how our dear persons live on in us. They never really are gone. ❤️ Such a beautiful story and your images and projects are getting better and better. Keep up doing you!

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you! Appreciate it a ton!

[@turgworks4138]

You were very brave to make and publish this video mate, it's such a great video too

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thanks Tim! ❤️

[@alexnostalgix]

Dam the relationship between you and your pops is similar to my experience with mine, right in the feels. Stay well.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Likewise! Thanks for watching!

[@RBallarddesigns]

We buried my wife’s grandmother today. Thanks for sharing. It has helped my day.

[@paulg6637]

A beautiful tribute, a beautiful video.... and a beautiful stool. Nice, very nice.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@yossiyaari3760]

That was very touching. Thanks for sharing.

[@gibbidz]

That was better than a barrel of onions! Your a good soul

[@DavidSteen-e2y]

I have been a subscriber for a while and absolutely love your channel. This video made me cry while watching it. I am what I am because of the fantastic father that raised me. He’s gone now and I still miss him. We never parted without saying I love you. I owe him so much and since I can’t repay him I’m devoting what I am to my daughter and granddaughter. Hopefully he will see my actions that he taught me and be proud.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Im sure he will! thanks for sharing

[@hlibhraif3416]

The story was so touching that I couldn’t even follow the process of making the chair

[@mrboics]

Beautiful story. Great production. Moving. Wow.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

thank you!

[@vandyFixer]

I lost my Dad 25 years ago and I don't think there are many days that I don't think about him. He used to annoy the hell out of me when I was growing up but after a while, I realised that I had turned into him and that was a good thing, he was a good man. I often regret him not seeing how far I'd come and what I have achieved but I hope that he knows.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Im sure he does. Thanks for sharing

[@xtraply]

Wow, I wasn't expecting this. Thank you for sharing, it was beautiful and moving.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you!

[@jatlast]

Thank you for sharing. I miss having my father around, too. I suppose it is just life's natural cycle, but it is nice to come across a creator willing to relate the all-too-familiar yet oh-so-personal. Again, thanks.

[@aaronbuildsa]

Oh, it was way too soon for me to watch this video. I lost my dad to lung cancer in 2022, under a year from diagnosis, and there are so many echoes of my experience in your story here so, thank you, for sharing your story. You've made me (and others, judging by the comments) feel a little bit less alone in my experience (I must add I was not alone going through the experience; without the support of my wonderful wife I don't know if I'd have made it through it at all). Too soon to tell my own story, but you are right .. he is the one I want to show every completed project to, and tell about every life event.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Sorry to hear about your loss. But you're right - we are not alone. Kudos to your wife as well. Stay strong and keep making

[@joelbrown4110]

Thank you. This video really moved me in a way that I really needed with the very recent passage of my mother. Thank you MOM.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

sorry for your loss and thanks for sharing

[@thepuf4277]

My father passed in June of this year due to Pancreatic Cancer. This video hits so close to home and i appreciate the sharing of your story and understand. Thank you.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

thank you 🙏

[@robnichols9331]

Beautifully said. Lovely build. This song hits that same note: "Shipyards" by The Lake Poets.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

just listened. lovely!

[@confusedgingers]

Beautiful story, much appreciated

[@ThoughtFission]

The most beautiful stories are the ones from the heart. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you!

[@pazmaniaoh6341]

Holy crap. Right in the feels

[@KublaKhanONE]

Beautiful. Thank you. And I know he would be proud of you.

[@shaussta1359]

What a heart worming story and amazing video editing!

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@TheMadkozzie]

Wow, this hits hard… lost my father and grandmother in the covid period… couldn’t give them a proper ceremonie to say my last goodbye….

[@TheSwedishMaker]

sorry for your loss

[@mr.artist4689]

Lost my mom at the beginning of this year, also cancer, started my new journey 2 years ago, im happy to have seen her proud for my last steps

[@trentwalsh8168]

Thanks for the cry mate. Fantastic video. Watching and listening and looking at a photo of my dear mother on the wall ❤❤❤❤

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@trentwalsh8168]

@@TheSwedishMaker no, thank you for such a beautiful video!!!!!! I bearly even watched the video. The words had me mezmorised!!!!

[@JooshMtb]

Beautiful video, reminds me of my grandad ❤

[@ConorMakes]

I have no doubt you did make him proud everyday, thank you for sharing you story

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you!

[@maikroservice]

Thank you for sharing - I am deeply sorry, but incredibly sure he would be proud 💜

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@Berlin-Woodworker]

A very touching story and video. What a beautiful tribute to your father.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you!

[@CiberWizZ]

My condolences! Sounds like a great dad and I'm sure he was super proud of you!

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you! Appreciate it!

[@CiberWizZ]

@@TheSwedishMaker don't know if it makes a difference, but have been following you for quite a while and I am proud of you!

[@joerobinson88]

Thank you for sharing this, it was very moving ❤

[@PatrickLemay]

Beautiful video and tribute

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you!

[@Rouverius]

What a wonderful thing you have made. And quite a lovely stool as well.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you! 🙏

[@billmccoy8232]

Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing

[@philliparudolph9595]

thank you, you stirred up so many memories, tak, tak furmai

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@martinfarrow2825]

My dad 62 cancer as well . Worked with him for 17 years every day. Wasn’t just my dad he was my best friend. Nice work he would be proud 😊

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Sounds like the perfect relation! Thanks for sharing that