My Biggest Surprise When I Got Out of Prison

[@LarryLawtonJewelThief]

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[@EonServoXA]

"you were supposed to destroy the sith, not join them!"

[@falenone]

It's a bad malicious app disguised as a "game"

[@Xxbenjee41xX]

@@falenone let the man earn his pay

[@chadev9748]

@@falenone for real, let him get that money

[@Nitrogen-Philips]

The same thing hapend to my Great grandma when She whas 90 or 91 years old She whent out of her old center and wanders back home thats whas 10 km away and they found her in the midle of the night back bc She tought She whas in 1990 or something

[@QuinceyG]

My Dad died of dementia 6 years ago, and this really got me. I am the baby, and the only girl, and I suddenly became the caretaker. Very hard situation

[@LarryLawtonJewelThief]

My sympathies as I know what you went through. It is a sad sad sad disease.

[@evilzach1586]

how did you comment 21 hours ago when this was released 1 hour ago lol

[@beaawsome2211]

@@evilzach1586 Either patron stuff for unlisted or member videos so only members can watch/comment on the videos early.

[@syn420951]

@Quincey my grandmother passed from dementia almost a year ago…. Dementia SUCKS!!!!!

[@QuinceyG]

@@LarryLawtonJewelThief Thank you Larry, and my sympathies to you as well and know you were there for him just as you are an amazing son and care for your Mom

[@MrSaemichlaus]

Your dad may have kept himself together to get you through prison, then he knew you were on your own feet again and his mental health tapered off. You probably were the day to day purpose in his life and as you left prison and he saw that you're carrying yourself, that purpose suddenly became much less. My aunt had lymphoma all throughout her lower body and she went through a tough episode of chemotherapy with her hair falling out and everything. She had a dog that was already old and wasn't very strong anymore but he would always emotionally supported her, as it's somehow normal for dogs to be that wonderful companion. Not even a week after she got confirmation from her doc that her lymphoma were healed and she could end the chemotherapy, her dog passed. The dog must have known that she was in trouble and kept strong for her and when he knew her to be well again, he let himself slip away.

[@LarryLawtonJewelThief]

Very insightful and I do believe you are right. Keep up t he great work

[@DerekBolli]

My experience with my late father is that dementia is a slow and steady decline and the person has no control over it despite any medication or positive thinking. Very sad but physical and mental decline comes to us all at some point. In my opinion it is motivation to make the best of our lives while we can. My sympathies to Larry re. his father as I can relate to his experience 😢

[@NiceMuslimLady]

I have my cats. They give me purpose to be here. I would not like to go someplace and come back to be greeted by an empty, lifeless house.

[@taserrr]

That's not how alzheimers works.

[@porkfriedrice1530]

100%. There is an energy there that you can’t deny

[@storytimewithunclebill1998]

Sounds like your dad was a great dude. Really cool he wrote you twice a week. That helps more than most people could ever imagine. Sorry to hear of his passing. I know how tough it could be to watch your love you go away. Its also a very rewarding in a special kind of way. Your dad was lucky were there, the same as you were for him. When I got of federal prison, the biggest surprise to me was how fast I wanted to go back. To many rules, just wasnt going to do it. Thanks for sharing. Was interesting to watch. Great video

[@Crabtree707]

My dad passed when I was 17 and a couple months from graduation. Now I’m 21 almost 22 working 46+ hours to help my mom financially. I understand every bit of being the new man of the house.

[@finncarty1151]

Sorry to hear that Larry, I’m sure he’d be very proud of you now 🙏🏻. Love from Ireland 🇮🇪 💚

[@LarryLawtonJewelThief]

Love Ireland, Thank you, I was VERY close with my Dad

[@truthbomber4775]

Ireland like the rest ofnthe west is fcuked, due to all our illegal friends

[@LarryLawtonJewelThief]

@@truthbomber4775 I don' think it is because of illegal friends, it is because our government forget they work FOR THE PEOPLE

[@SevenHunnid]

I got fired from my job because i almost beat up my 50 year old coworker.. and It got toxic yo so now i smoke weed on my KZbin channel now, meanwhile i get back to the hustle 🥶

[@truthbomber4775]

No need for so much weed, I smoke a joint most nights n that's all, I don't get these people who smoke it all day long???

[@mikea.3250]

Mr. Lawton, your story about your dad was so touching. I hear you. I lost my dad a few months ago too and what you said is absolutely right. It is one of the hardest things a person can face in life. These last few months, I have become "the man of the household". My dad used to tell me that when I was little when he had to go away for a while. And I never knew what he meant at the time, but now I do, and it is a heavy burden. It really is... Similar to your dad, my dad was big and strong back in the day. He could move heavy machinery like it was nothing. But in his final year, he was so frail and sick, I barely recognized him. I would go over to his place and cook and clean for him, take him to the grocery store, whatever he needed. But now that he's gone, there's such a huge void in myself and I can't really fill it. Thank you for sharing your story and for all of your videos. I have been watching them for a while and I really like and respect what you're doing to try and help others. I like how you end each video with a good word of wisdom and hoping to change the minds of those who think about making bad choices. Keep doing what you're doing. You're one of my role models and I share your videos with others, hoping that they too can be inspired and make good choices.

[@lanetacker1496]

To see my dad go from the strongest nicest hardest working man to going threw cancer for almost three years and eventually having a hard attack in my arms and not being able to save him after I took care of him for 2 years right when I got home from prison broke my heart he would also come and visit me when I was away and he was always a great father. Rest in peace dad..

[@sthylus7]

I am sorry for your loss, try to remember he died knowing he was loved.

[@kendallevans4079]

through heart attack

[@cordestian9296]

Love you Larry! As a prison nurse I appreciate you so much. You help ground me with your stories. Your videos serve as a daily reminder to be kind to the inmates. It's a struggle sometimes, but you help. You make a difference and I appreciate you.

[@dakotacapps7829]

My grandma recently passed away from her battle with Alzheimer’s. Seeing someone who used to be so smart and wise within the last 6 years whittle away into a person with the brain of a 2 year old was really wild and scary to see. I’m sorry about your father Larry thank you for telling us a little about him.

[@iceisoutsidemyhouse7454]

That’s rough man I hope things get better quick

[@gregc8483]

My Mother developed Rapid, Alzheimers when I was 27. I moved in with my dad to help take care of her. Those 2 years were so hard, watching it progress so fast. We had to put the door chains up at the very top of the front and back door, because she started always wanting to open the doors. Everything you said, we went through. She eventually forgot how to even accept food and water and passed away when I was 29. My father devastated, they met at his 7 year old birthday party, started dating in high-school and raised a family. He got a lot more years than my mother but he developed Lewy Body Dementia and passed away while my sister took care of him, since I had small children, I could not be there every day. I commend you for taking care of your father and sharing this story. 🙏

[@lauranolan4744]

I thank you Millions Larry….. I brought my beautiful 87 year old Betty for lunch today and she was so happy

[@doc_w4lrus886]

You know I'm living with my grandmother (temporarily, just a few months) to help her out around the house because my aunt (24) has brain cancer and has had it since she was 2. But as of late my aunt has been really going down hill and she is currently sitting in icu awaiting surgery in a few days to try to get the tumor out (it is all wrapped up in her optic nerv so it will most likely leave her Def and blind if she makes it out of the surgery) now listening to you and reading all these comments I did not truly understand how strong both of them are and I just thank you Larry and all of these commenters for giving me more insight onto their situation because neither of them will ever admit how hard it truly is. Again just thank you.

[@nbctheoffice]

Larry is THE example of his own motto that there aren’t bad people, just bad choices.

[@therealmarkzucc5323]

I like to agree with you but I’ve met genuinely nasty people that are pure evil. There are most definitely bad people.

[@shagbaker377]

I was in high school. My grandmother lived with us, and she had dementia. It was a struggle for a 17 y.o. boy. However, when my other grandmother was going through a similar process, I was able to help my aunt, her primary caregiver, understand the situation and how to manage it. It is tough when roles reverse. You become the parent caring for a child. I know. Thanks, Larry, for caring for your father like you did.♥️

[@LarryLawtonJewelThief]

So true, I love people who help and never quit on loved ones.

[@tyleyden8695]

Rest in Peace to your pops. I know my dad is my best friend and I dont know where I'd be without him. I've fucked up a lot in my life. I got hooked on pain pills, which lead to shooting up heroin.. $220 a day and I hit my rock bottom and him and my mom drove 5 hours and rescued me. Took me from Burlington iowa to Owatonna Minnesota where I laid in bed withdrawaling for a month. blessed with the family and everyone needs to appreciate what they have.

[@joebaumgart1146]

My grandmother is 91 and she's in late stage 5 Dementia. Stage 6 is catatonic. I feel for you my man. She raised me when I wasn't in school.

[@LarryLawtonJewelThief]

I feel for you Joe, Mine has passed and yours will eventually but it is real and it will hurt. Hang in there kid. be strong for others.

[@joebaumgart1146]

I haven't visited her in over a year because she doesn't know who I am anymore.

[@TheCRSgt]

Thanks!

[@SeagoGuitarist]

I'm sorry to hear about your Dad, I worked in a care home throughout the first year of the pandemic, primarily for the elderly suffering with dementia. It was rough explaining to them over and over why they were not being visited by family. One thing I learned working there, was that while most commonly they won't remember repeating themselves, or recent events etc, they do remember how you make them feel, or what feelings they associate with you. The residents at this care home recognised me after a while. I was very patient and deliberately focused on being non-confrontational and respectful (some of the staff went the other way.). I hope this helps in some way, I'm sure your Dad on some level, always remembered how you and your family made him feel. ✌️✌️

[@ronaldsmith1282]

RIP Dave Lawton 🙏

[@danieljohnson665]

"I got out on August 24th, 2027" Man, Larry worked out so hard, he bend space and time, causing him to be here with us, telling us about his release in 5 and half years time. 😂

[@LorraineMcFly]

I heard this, went back to make sure I really heard it, or I was going crazy. Then I looked to the comments to see if anyone else had noticed, or it was just me 🤣

[@qwertz7430]

@@LorraineMcFly I think he meant august 24 2007

[@Tekillyah]

11:51 is the timestamp you mongrel.

[@idk.20]

That time doesn’t happened yet?

[@broyds1993]

He's a well known time traveller.

[@Prokaizer]

My KZbin account is 11 years old and I have only subscribed to 3 channels ever since (yours is one of them of course). I've been watching your videos for about a year now. Stay healthy, happy and keep up the good work man.

[@Mikeyfresh5252]

i lost my father when I was 3 years old, and it is hard for me to remember him. But I always try to strive and be like him. My family( my mom especially) says that I act like my dad. I have the same laugh, smile, personality just like him. I just wanted to say that Larry you're like the father I never had, thank you.

[@bobknee4127]

Shows how next-level smart Larry is. He went in with a fucking dial-up modem, got out decades later and now is closing on 2m KZbin subscribers. Im watching this episode on my iPad and streaming Larry’s podcast on my iPhone. The dude is a pinch hitter. Unbelievable shit tbh. Nothing but respect for that!

[@phatmat2326]

My grandfather went the same way with Dementia. And after my aunt came up to help him with my grandma he went from alert to not knowing who or where he was at with in a year. N also ended up with prostate Cancer. But it is amazing how long love and being worried for their families wellbeing will keep them together. N how fast they go once they see that every 1 will b alright. And not a doubt in my mind between you and your brother was the reason your dad was good for as long as he was. And great video and please keep up the good work. And spreading truth and knowledge to the younger crowd to keep them out of prison

[@firefly44220]

I feel that man. My dad passed too. Vietnam vet. He was a good man. Best man I ever met. Did stuff for people without anybody knowing. Loved me no matter how shitty I was. We got close and I miss every day now. Been 5 years

[@jasonbourne5020]

Your father is looking down seeing you being a good father to millions. You make me do something good for others everyday, he would be proud.

[@emmanuelmonge6965]

the first time I cried as a grown man was visiting my dad's great uncle at a hospice with my dad and his uncle. right there I saw all of the stages of Alzheimer's laid out right in front of me. I hope I'll have the fortitude to care for my dad as the time to step up draws near. thank you, and bless you, Larry.

[@David_Austin]

All through life you hear a lot of people tell you don't make bad choise but when Larry says It you know it's coming from someone who really doesn't want you to make the same mistakes as he has in life

[@edgarsmith2478]

My grandmother had Alzheimer when I was younger and I would go visit her at the nursing home with my mom, and she wouldn't know who we were. I remember my mom keeping strong when we were at the nursing home, but every time we left she would breakdown and cry in the car. My grandmother passed away 5 years later and it felt like a relief because we knew that she was at peace. RIP Rita

[@PeachPlastic]

I worked at a small hospice care for a few months; the first resident I met there on my first day was this lovely flamboyant lady whose husband visited her every day. He says goodbye and leaves while I continue to accompany her in the sunroom, and she turns to me and says: "You know when my husband cries? In the car, when I'm not there with him. He doesn't say it but I know." I didn't have a hard time being around the dying but this comment broke my heart. :( She had this really impressive acute and vibrant awareness of everything around her, fully lucid and amazing except for the moments her brain tumor made her incoherent. I still think of her from time to time even though I never saw her again after this day. 🕊️

[@edgarsmith2478]

@@PeachPlastic Its interesting to see older people when they are close to death. It made me realize how all the money you have put work into, all the years of work and sacrifice means nothing. In the end what's left of your life is your reliance on others to take care of you in ways you never would have thought you would need, like wiping yourself after going to the bathroom or not being able to make your bed.

[@Ina_5686]

Dementia is such a sad and scary disease. My grandmother had Dementia. I wasn't prepared to become her caregiver. Sundowning is scary. You did and continue doing a great job. You are a great man!

[@hibernator8198]

Thank you for this video Larry. My grandfather had dementia. Forgot every single person in our family, including his wife of 57 years. We had to introduce ourselves to him every time we visited him and had to show him pictures to prove what we were saying as he’d get upset he couldn’t remember. It’s a very upsetting time but I like to think we made the last year of his life a bit more bearable then being surrounded by strangers.

[@gordonrehm8958]

Much respect. My father is living with dementia now. I think the most difficult part is watching him change from the person I knew to where he is at now knowing he will never get better,and do I have the strength to let him die at home as he wishes not in a hospital like he fears. So far I have learned it is a day by day process,accept the fact YOU can't change this,and like it or not you will need help along the way.

[@gaojen3365]

Sorry for your loss. And thank you for sharing your story and perspective. I had a similar experience when I lost my father to 5th degree cancer. You communicated the experience very well, and it is something the hollywood does not portray well. I always knew it had to be a common experience, but maybe because I was so young, I did not realize how common it was to realize you were now the man of the house. - Thank you

[@ryanbcatatarea51]

I'm sorry to hear about your dad. I have a similar fear with my mom. She's been prescribed sleeping medication for so long she'll have to take it for the rest of her life or suffer bad withdrawals. It really screws with her head, and I've noticed over the years she's become more and more absent minded about things. I really worry about her developing Alzheimer's. Speaking of my mom. She was also a bailiff and worked in my county's superior court system and probation dept. She had to quit after she kept seeing so many people she tried to help end up on the news. I'd be really interested in a video about the probation process from you Larry. I've never heard it from the other side. Keep posting the videos Larry, we love them!

[@jimbobduggar1747]

My dad had a bad accident not too long ago and definitely understand how losing someone mentally can really be. Love your message and truly how important it is to cherish the time we have with the people we love.

[@chromelemon]

I’m taking care of both my parents now. I can appreciate your struggle, Larry. Thanks for the great videos. Much love and respect.

[@CrimsonRoyal]

This definitely hit home with me, lost my nan in Septemberof 2020, she had the onset of dementia, and its was hard watching the change in her eyes. Lost my dad in September 2021, after several strokes and a slew of health problems. The years leading up to his death were hard, he went from a burly strapping man to a frail shell of the man I knew and since then I have felt like I've had to take over as the "man" of my house, its such a stark realization and it's been a journey. I'd like to think he's proud of me.

[@tahlermohz]

one awesome thing with your community is you constantly responding to comments, you don’t see that very often. i love seeing when you upload in my feed, keep up the great work.

[@hennessy4314]

Wow larry, I work in a nursing home with residents who have dementia, hearing the story of your dad wondering gave me goosebumps 🤍

[@montanawhite5699]

My friends grandma had dementia, she would walk all around there house and yard all day, and every time she passed you she would smile and say hi, like she seen you for the first time that day. Everyone in the neighborhood would keep and eye on here and make sure she didn’t walk up the hill to the main road. Every once in a while tho she would go unnoticed. Normally someone driving by would see her and take her home. Benefits of a small town where everyone knows everyone. I’m sorry what you had to go through what you did with your dad. It’s never easy seeing your hero age, and fall apart. I remember the first time seeing my dad struggle to see what he was doing trying to tie on a hook to a fishing line. Broke my heart.

[@BillAE91]

I get what you're saying Larry 100%. My dad died of cancer 4 months ago now. He had lung cancer with metastasis to the brain. I am happy I was there for him in the hard times. Watching your videos, listening to your podcast, always took my mind off things. Thanks Larry. Keep doing what you do.

[@JoannaSergent]

The best advice I ever heard when I became a caregiver to my husband...go along for the journey and enjoy each moment you have left together. He has outlived his prognosis for ten years now but he is getting progressively worse now. He doesn't have dementia or Alzheimer Syndrome, he has a fatal blood disease PNH that has robbed him of his ability to do things little bit at a time.

[@sunking2001]

Larry...you are a very likable man and this video reminded me of what happened to my mother. I was close to my mother and she was diagnosed with vascular dementia back in 1998. My father was not capable of taking care of her...so I moved in for 10 months to "put her under my watch" until my two older sisters and I decided what to do with her. We put her in nursing homes. Over the next 5 years every time I saw her she was more and more..."gone." It's a horrible disease and is devastating to witness this disease slowly destroy a loved one. She helped me when I needed help... I helped her when she needed help...and I loved her.

[@nein62]

I always appreciate learning more about Larry's perspective and experience. Thank you for being willing to speak so openly!

[@jackwise3367]

Good Morning Larry! I have really enjoyed ALL your videos. I was a Corrections Officer for a little over 8 years at the Colorado Department of Corrections. I was aware that there are good CO's and bad CO's. I have witnessed some CO's who treated the inmates horribly. I treated them like they were still people. When I saw CO's treat them like they were pieces of shit, I avoided them at all costs. I remember once when we were doing count at 4:00 or 4:30, the inmate was still laying in his rack. You could see him as he had nothing covering his face. The CO, a Sgt. with me, banged on the window in the door and shout, "GET YOUR FUCKING ASS OUTA THE RACK! WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?" I can actually say I was embarrassed in front the the inmate in the rack. Now, I knew this guy because he was a real artist...his drawings were outstanding and he was always looking for apples because was always carving them into unique 3-D statues. I don't remember the guy,s name, but he was always pleasant. A couple hours later, As I was walking through the kitchen, there was a large metal tub of apples. I think the kitchen crew was going to make apple pie's. I can't remember who the head cook's name was but he was a typical convict. He was standing close to the tub of apples. "Hey my man," I said, "do you think you could spare me two or three of those apples?" "Hell," he said, "take as many as you want." "Naw, three would do just fine. Thank you very very much." A few minutes later I swung by the Education Department and helped myself to 4 or 5 pencils. I sharpened the pencils then headed up on the 2nd tier to the cell where the guy was the that got his ass chewed out by the asshole CO. I tapped on his window and called him over. He got up slowly and sauntered over to the window. "I brought you some presents. I'm gonna drop them through the food slot." When he saw the apples and pencils, he said, "hey man, I really appreciate these." "Well, when that sergeant yelled at you at the 4 o'clock count, I wanted to bring these to you as kind of an apology. Please believe that not all the guards are like him. There is no reason to treat people like he did. I would really like to see the finished art you do with these. Take care and just avoid him whenever possible, O'kay?" "Hold on a sec," he said. "I'd like to pass on a health tip for you." "A health tip"? "Yeah. All of us in here know who the bad asses are. But, if someday you ever hear of some shit goin' down in here, you get as far away from that dude as possible because that guy (Sgt, CO) as well as a few other guards are on everbody's shit list." "'Preciate it, I said. I just watched one of your videos about your Dad dying of Altzheimer's Disease. I loved my Dad as you do yours. My Dad died of a heart attack when he was only 46. When you talked about your Dad on your video, I could literally hear the love and respect you had in your voice for him . I mean, the love and respect you had for him, I salute you. My Dad was THE person in my life as well. You hang in there my man, and may God bless and keep you.

[@Laudanum-gq3bl]

You did so well by your dad. Alzheimer’s is such a hard thing to be a caretaker for and so heartbreaking to watch. My grandmother has dementia and as it got worse she was always worried about “the kids”. Have to feed them, find them, whatever. It took me years to realize that she wasn’t stuck in her own adulthood- she’d gone back to childhood, when she cared for her younger siblings.

[@badandy102]

Sorry to hear about all you dealt with after getting out. I've heard that people with alzheimers will try to find their way home, being a home they lived in many years ago. I've heard stories of people not recognizing family members they saw a day before but remembering every detail of a job they had when they were 16 or 17

[@thequickbrowndog]

Larry, our lives are different in so many ways, for a start I'm a Brit but the situation with your father connects us. My father used to wander in the night, first around the house and then around the neighborhood. He got to a stage not knowing where or even who he was. One morning he went wandering and was picked up by the cops, ironically he had been a cop himself and probably had picked up a few confused old men during his career. I appreciate your videos. I wish you well sir!

[@saulsj2717]

Thank you for sharing this story about your dad - and also for sharing all the previous ones. I'm the kind of guy who's always been pretty responsible and never got myself in any kind of trouble, but I have a soft spot for people like you or Ms. Jessica Kent; people who've been to hell and back. I've been very fortunate to have caring parents, good education and great friendships, but I always tell my students (yup, I'm a high school teacher): "please behave yourselves, you can do some partying and some flirting, everyone wants to have fun at your age. Just don't overdo it in a crazy brainless way". And also: "please don't make your life a living hell, but if you happen to know someone who has been to hell and made it out alive (ex-convicts, ex-addicts, ex-prostitutes, etc...), listen to them and their testimonies; because nobody appreciates heaven as much as someone who's been in hell, and you'll learn a lot from them." All love and best wishes from Spain, Larry! ¡Salud!

[@ChloeRamsden]

My Nanna is currently in the very late stages of dementia, my mum and uncle have basically given up their lives to look after her since my grandad won't accept it She can't walk, she uses a catheter, and she can't really eat anymore I went into her room a few weeks ago and mum tried to tell her I was there, but she didn't want to look at me or talk to me. I don't even know if she knew it was me… It's so hard watching someone you grew up with slowly disappear, someone you used to spend so much time with, slowly stop being able to go on her walks and watch her favourite shows and become a husk of the beautiful soul they once were… Thank you for sharing this story 💕

[@milosmilos7243]

My grandma died with dementia .that broke my hart.Her last day she recognized me and tell me you know how much i love you?Never gona forget that....

[@Takerfan108]

I know how you feel. My grandpa on my dad's side had acute dementia and it was sad to see him go out the way he did.

[@eee-tb9cl]

My dad had a stroke during the same month my mom was hospitalized for a brain tumour. And situation gets real very quickly as Larry explains. My heart goes out to all of you.

[@cornovii3012]

My biggest surprise getting out of prison (UK) was waking up several years later and realising my celebrating release from prison drink had gone on far too long and accepting i had become an alcoholic without seeing it coming. 12 years out of prison and about 5 sober now :) . Love your storys Larry, US prison sounds pretty much the same life as UK prison.

[@336_tactical]

Hey Larry, I know this is an older video but I just came across it. This video really touched me. I was left in the position of taking care of my dad single-handedly when he was diagnosed with terminal cancer. He was a very good man that never met a stranger, it seemed like he knew everyone in our area. Yet when everyone found out he had cancer, everybody disappeared. I, like you, ended up having to bath him, change diapers, etc. But I can tell you, I would do it all over again in a heartbeat just to spend one more day with him. Unfortunately, we lost him on Halloween 2001, but I'll hopefully see him again one day. Thank you so much for this video!

[@realhawaii5o]

My grandfather who used to be a local mayor, super active, walked a few miles per day well into his 70s, has been suffering from a form of dementia. He's here but it's like he isn't, but sometimes he is just himself in moments of lividity for a day, or a couple hours... Or just a few minutes. I cherish those moments.

[@jacksonbear1]

I remember in Gangster Redemption when you thought a Chrysler was a Rolls Royce. Great moment

[@LarryLawtonJewelThief]

I did. Crazy ha!

[@AiR1DaN]

Really fascinated that getting out, you were able to get into the KZbin scene. Would LOVE a video going over your discovery of exactly how you figured out the whole KZbin thing, learning "current age" computers etc!

[@NikkieRoxxx]

Your dad was and is still a guardian angel... bless his soul. Blessings to you too, of course. Respect.

[@JerseyJersey100]

Like most I clicked to hear a funny story about how you adjusted to new technology but instead I get a heavy life lesson in family, love and late life medical issues. Larry you’re a real one. You’re dad would be immensely proud of who you’ve become

[@dbeasleyphx]

I gotta say Larry, Your story hits hard, because my mother has been dealing with end of life issues. She died yesterday in a care home. She was just a shell of who she used to be. Thank you for the story. Writing this message brings me to tears a bit.

[@catzska]

My Grandma died from the same. She had no idea who she or anybody was. It still hurts so deep. I miss her every day. I am sorry for you and all who are struggling through this too. Prayers, hugs, love and strength to all.💕💜💕😋🙏🏻🌹✌🏻

[@mrshaw7602]

This video spoke volumes to me. Today's been a rough day, 30 day's ago was that last time I got to spoke with my father. He ended up passing away on Jan 7th. I'm 29 and lived with my parents. I moved out few times but life caught up with me few times making me move back to help my parents. My dad had copd for years, took a lot out of him to get him out of the house. Bought him a wheel chair and walkers and canes to help keep him moving. 30 days ago we talked about building my mustang and his and going to car shows. My mom's disabled and can only do so much. She got covid this summer and was on a ecmo circuit for 3 months. My girlfriend got cancer back in 2019 had a major stroke at only 27 years old. Had to endure full body radiation and bone marrow transplant. People say must be nice to be me. As Larry said, it takes a lot, a lot of power to do. For years I've been stressed out making ends meet to help and get everything moving. Now my dad's gone I have to step up and be the man of the house. It's rough. Very rough. I really appreciate this video and the words you spoke as it really spoke with me and helped me knowing there are people out there that understand. Thank you lar, hope you have a good day and appreciate reading this.

[@emyllsnextdoor500]

Larry, I just want to say how much of a beast you are for making this video. My grandma, who I would stay with every weekend, used to be the hardest and the most hard working woman ever. She's been suffering with this disease for over 10 years and, it's been the hardest thing in my life to see her have a 180 degree difference. I've had so many days where I just break down. I miss her so much and will love/remember all the good times I had with her

[@paulcarlisle7892]

I empathize with you. Lost my Dad to a form of Dementia. He was a very brilliant man with two engineering degrees, career fighter pilot 24 yrs and a very physical vibrant type of person. My come-to-Jesus moment was when I watched him play with blocks in an adult high chair we had to feed him in. I knew he was gone and everything was up to me from that point on. Still hurts my guts to think of it.

[@captains_collectibles]

i feel ya with your dad. my mom lived with me the last year of her life, so hard watching her go from very alert and talking to staring off in distance talking to people that arent there. she had dementia. some days she knew me other times she thought i was someone else. i fed her, changing diapers, the whole thing. i did my best, she took care of me so i took care of her. she was 94 when she passed. i kept my promise of keeping her out of a nursing home.

[@brucecook502]

I am very sorry for your loss. I also lost my father last September, and he likewise was suffering a case of Alzheimer's disease, but he ultimately died from complications from covid-19. I also lost my mother back in 2018 so I feel your loss. It is very sad seeing the ones you love degrading health and pass away.

[@theqcgamer]

Larry its from a veteran salesman here; The way that you sell that RAID shadow Legends add was another Level for KZbin Standards. Well done very professionnel at every aspect of it, like always isnt it Larry ? 😎 Respect

[@jaggerkaraska1177]

Larry I appreciate all of your videos theyre awesome and have great insight every single one!!

[@MySqueezingArm]

Larry your videos always bring a smile to my face. It's like listening to a badass uncle just telling stories.

[@thedad7313]

Alzheimer’s/dementia/stroke are all god awful illnesses. Respect to you for doing what you did for your dad. Regardless of anything else you’ve done, taking care of family when their mind/personality is slipping away, is a true sign of a stand up guy. Respect.

[@KataisTrash]

My foster father didn't have Alzheimer, but when he died of lung cancer (from asbestos) he was in a delirious state during his last months. I remember him not even knowing who we were - it was pretty crushing.

[@Dorf274]

Man, I love listening to you speak, Larry. Always well thought out, great storytelling (Ya never forget), and you always speak from the heart. Really appreciate that about you, man. Kind of person I strive to be. I've said it before, it's so inspiring to listen to what you went through, treated the way you were and you stuck through it like a fuckin' champ and came out the other side an inspiring guy, who's helped God knows how many people shift perspectives, rethink the way they are heading, think before judging. I don't normally comment on videos but I'm always compelled to with you. You're a great guy Larry, I appreciate people like you a lot. Kinda folk we need more of. And I'm sorry to hear about what happened with your Dad, man. He's at rest now and the real fella he was still lives on in the memories he left you and your Mother. All the best, Larry.

[@devn266]

My grandpa had Alzheimer’s and one day he drank a whole 1.75 L bottle of vodka thinking it was water and we had to take him to the hospital to get his stomach pumped and he almost died from it. It was nuts.

[@kdawg1658]

Sorry too hear about your pops passing when got released very unfortunate i lost my mom at 4 years old and now her killer out of prison and my grandmother passed in 2017 I took care of her up until her dying days i appreciate your acknowledgement of people who caring for there love one's/parents no its not easy I always keep her words with she love me and always will ❤ stay strong bruh prayers 🙏

[@ravenous071]

Larry, you remind me of my father. He passed a while back. I am proud of you and the channel-top quality.

[@noheadshotbear4254]

My grandfather was in the early to mid stages of dementia but he died peacefully in his sleep before his dementia got the best of him. He never forgot his stories and he had a lot of them

[@clear_image_photos5477]

As soon as you said the thing I understand. Both grandparents are going through the same as well as an uncle, all war vets, now can't even think through a basic problem. It's hard.

[@kuhboom22]

I ALWAYS skip past the Raid Shadow Legend adverts in KZbin vids, but when Larry launches in with "Look at the way this monstah WHIPES everybody out" .. I watched the whole thing.

[@oblongowl]

Hi, Larry, I just felt I should write and thank you for this video. You somehow manage to come out of the screen and really touch people. You have a power to relate and support, a real empathy and a understanding of human emotion and fellowship. I lost my parents, and my memory of seeing my dad after he took Ill, and returning to the uk to look after him , and the aftermath of his death was so tough. Anyway, I wish you all the best. And thanks.

[@pabloitsa]

Thank you so much for opening up about your relationship you have with your father.

[@Charlescy5]

I feel you Larry, my dad right now is having some health issues, we think is not something that bad, but it breaks your hearth when they stop walking, or they struggle because of pain, and you gotta man up and take care of them and be the man of the house

[@jeffm5056]

My dad has the early onsets of Alzheimer's. It's sad to see him deteriorating the way he has. He tends to avoid social gatherings or any time company comes over because he doesn't want to be confused around them. He even skipped my brother-in-law's funeral last summer. It's really sad. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@travisallard3509]

Both of my parents passed last year both by surprise. My mom passed at the end of September and my dad at the beginning of November, 5 weeks apart. I'll be 33 this year and I now realize how important it is to be with the ones you love and cherish the time you have with them.

[@sandramalone3522]

I can relate Larry, my mother had Alzheimer's and now my brother has it. What these beautiful vibrant people once were to what they become is heart breaking.

[@Sean-John]

My grandfather had Alzheimer's it was a very sad thing he forgot most of us he would forget my grandmother he went missing a few times for days with the car. It was so sad my grandmother had to have locks at the doors to keep him inside the house. I feel for you Larry its one thing when your around the person everyday to get that as a welcome home present I wouldn't wish on anyone. Even though you made mistakes your helping people now and im sure hes proud of you Larry.

[@smengelsss]

I work in a elderly home for people with Alzheimers/dementia, and my heart just breaks every time I see a person coming to visit their parent but they barely recognize them. In my opinion it’s one of the worst ways you could see a loved one go. So major respect for everyone going through that right now, and people who have gone through that.

[@deadturret4049]

Alzheimers and Dementia are nightmares. My grandfather had it really bad, but my family lived over 4 hours away by car. He escaped from his assisted living home and was wandering down the road. After that incident we realized he was too far gone and had him transfered to a facility much closer to us. The last couple of years we had with him, he could barely remember our names. I feel for you. Its an awful situation to go through.

[@terraglade]

Hard to think about you going away in 96.. I was born that year xD time flies eh?

[@ceneblock]

That's absolutely horrific to hear about your dad. I honestly wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy. I had a professor who has some sort of memory degrading disease (and I've said it a million times), but at first I thought it was funny "oh, haha my teacher can't remember what he taught us last class", but as it went on it became clear to me that he wasn't just "forgetful" and that there was something terribly wrong with him. I can't imagine the pain his family must have felt as things got worse and the husband, father, and man that you knew is slipping away. It's not like a disease where you can see physical changes-- it's a mental one where the body may look the same, but the inside has changed. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@tinkerbudd1514]

Now I'm crying 😢 my dad just passed in August. He had dementia and it was hard the first time he didn't know who I was. Thank you for sharing.

[@Joseph-vn8gh]

Hi Larry! Not a big reader but I finally started reading the book I was sent from winning the scavenger hunt awhile back. It’s become a nightly routine now. Really digging it, it’s very good. Thanks!

[@LarryLawtonJewelThief]

Glad I can open up your world to a new adventure. Reading

[@MrCodyminner]

I'm sorry for your loss Larry. I hope everything is well for you now, and each day you are able to be the man he would be proud of. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@Physhi]

My uncle(family friend) -- well, he's the closest thing to an uncle to me. He treats me like his own kin, and he would literally do anything for my father who is "a good, trustworthy, and amazing man" according to him. He's starting to lose his cognitive abilities. It's been a year or two but it's slowly encroaching on him. He has had episodes where he can't remember half of his life, where he lives, how to navigate home, etc etc etc. It is so unfortunate for him because he's still relatively young for his defined age. The guy has always been so good to us, probably because my father was so good to him. Watching him lose himself at times would bring me to tears but real men don't cry and upset the person who has a worse time than you. He hasn't gone wondering, but I think I'll have his wife install that security system on all exits. Thank you Larry.

[@Chaos8282]

Worked in a few memory care facilities and met lots of people with issues. Helped me with my dad who thankfully didn't progress too far, but had dementia. Got to at least tell him I loved him before he passed and knew he was able to hear it. Still seems like yesterday that he was here.

[@whatasaverl6456]

It's a terrible thing to lose your ability to be aware of yourself and the people around you. I can't even imagine what it feels like because luckily I haven't experienced this kind of thing in my family (yet). When we get older memories are all we have and it's sad that we don't have a way to overcome illnesses such as this. Thanks for sharing Larry and everyone who comments about their experiences with this kind of thing! Love the channel Larry and you actually inspired me to write some music last year with lyrics about your good self sir. Great life stories and lessons!

[@L8-APEX]

Your Dad sounds like he was a great guy and a great Father to you. Sorry to hear how things ended up. All we have left in the end are memories. Be thankful for every one you made with each other. Thanks for sharing

[@mitchlane92]

Larry, you're a great actor during the raid ads. As always, keep up you're great work in all your content. I bet doing raid ads feels like robbing a bank

[@BigDmike24]

My condolences..Same thing Dad was a big tough man. Dementia took him out last August. All the sudden they just no-one home in that head. Once a very smart man.