Nelson's Last Visit to his Hometown in South Carolina in 1989

Nelson Sullivan shows us the places he played as a child around his grandparents mansion in Kershaw, South Carolina. Video by Nelson Sullivan.

[@sirdandyofnottingham881]

Believe it or not mrs Mobley in this video was my great grandmother! Lol and right now I'm living in the house at the end of the video, crazy to see my house and the town way back when lol

[@albertadams2095]

What a small world ☺️ I lived down the street from Mrs. Mobley at my grandmas house. When Nelson passed, I was 7 😔 I surely would’ve loved to have met him. He’d be in his golden years and I could picture him enjoying his retirement in Kershaw.

[@Britinsweden]

That is crazy… I couldn’t imagine that 😅

[@skipads5141]

That right there is why Nelson did what he did. He was recording everyday history for future generations to see ✌️

[@ParkingPirate]

Hahahaha I love this video so much. I love when he knocks on the door and it's just a door and he's there to see her. Now, it would be a fancy door and it is all about money, but back then people were so much more in the present. Mrs. Mobley was soooooo nice!!!!!! Did you get to meet her?

[@1990hondarc30]

WOW, you should post a video of the neighborhood and Nelson's home there.

[@gdbjrsghyrfvbht1237]

8:30 'I'm going to move on into another world, a world of electronic energy'. And here he is, electronic energy flowing through the internet across the globe.

[@sarahford4710]

A C right on

[@yeshuaischrist9951]

A C So cool. If he only knew.

[@sheilaf1946]

A C so true

[@patito77014]

That’s so prolific. I thought the same. My Young friend passed, he said things in the days and weeks before like he knew. I think you just get a feeling.

[@annother3350]

That was crazy. Part of me has felt for a while that he can see these videos and comments

[@SICKBOYONYT]

“People think I’m crazy but then when they see the tapes, they’ll understand what I’m doing” he was a treasure and way waaaaay before his time, he would love today’s world

[@danieljamesmead]

I think he would be pretty depressed at today's world.

[@origintrackz5235]

@@danieljamesmead Hard to say! We watch these videos and look back with an nostalgic tint! And with these videos being so personal at times it can feel like we know these people,kind of strange when you think about it.Regardless I can't disagree he was definitely ahead of his time!

[@skipads5141]

He said many times how he thought in the future people would all record their daily lives and be able to communicate by TV with each other. He was close: desktop computers and handheld phones over the airwaves with video screens.

[@flyfishizationjones4940]

Our nation’s first KZbinr.

[@susanb2015]

He would hate it.

[@AdamTLive]

30 years since he's passed away and here I am, reliving his life. What a fascinating time we live in, and what a great glimpse into the life of a really interesting guy.

[@rbellamy804]

What? How'd he die?

[@junali94]

@@rbellamy804 he had a heart attack :(

[@ariannapac6535]

@Ian Mangham nooooo😥!!!!

[@auntemmyd1604]

I have become simply obsessed with Nelson!

[@stevepope6095]

@@auntemmyd1604 It's sad , I thought he was alive . He enjoyed his filming and lived during a fun time in history despite the Aids crisis going on. .Did he film Star Booty ? You used to be able to watch it , but Rupaul must have pulled it off KZbin due to the subject matter.

[@crissytina8058]

This man and his life are 1000x more interesting than any reality TV I’ve watched in 20 years.

[@albertadams2095]

These are priceless gems from a beautiful soul. It saddens me that I never got to meet him when I lived 3 houses down from Mrs. Mobley and just about as close to his grandma's house. I was born in '82 so I was only 7 at the time. Mrs. Mobley's dog used to scare me and just about everyone that dared walk on their side of the sidewalk. He was an old dog but he had quite the bark and growl. Fortunately, he never chased me. Back to Nelson... He truly captures the spirit of a South Carolinian. His voice and his personality could cheer up the grumpiest of people. It's fascinating how ahead of his time he was. If he were around just 3 years later, I'm pretty sure we would've met as I was on my bicycle riding around the blocks with my buddies every chance we got. At the exact time he was filming this, I was down the same bypass Mrs. Mobley's home was on... at Kershaw Primary School (2nd grade). Nelson reminds me of a buddy of mine named Rusty. Next year, I will be the age Nelson was in this video. I could go on but I'll close in saying that Kershaw was such a great place to grow up. I feel like we got the last remnants of the innocence of the 50s. There was just a sense of security, warmth, love, and respect. The pace was slower and, while we were soon to get introduced to computers, we were still old school and I feel our connections were more genuine... but I digress. I hope that all of his family, friends, associates, and my classmates that were related to him see the beautiful videos he left behind. I'm going to visit his resting place the next time I'm down there to see my folks. PS. Forgive me for rambling and I hope it's cohesive enough... it was a long day but I just had to reply

[@jrd3523]

Thank you. This is so sweet of you to write.

[@sheilayoung6590]

He's such an eloquent speaker.

[@Pugetwitch]

natural game

[@user-qz9zu1fq9k]

He's a 50s child

[@JustNess78]

Just a sweet ol' southern boy who loved his family and friends. I hope Nelson and Mrs. Mobley have met up in heaven with her hair all done and are having a nice cup of tea and a long chat. I can see it now. God bless them :)

[@exotic_rich9798]

🙏 🙏

[@jjthor407]

Why you know Mrs Mobley wouldn't have it any other way !

[@bootes53]

It would be a GLASS of (SWEET) tea! Southerners have it no other way! :D

[@JustNess78]

@@bootes53 True.... good point!

[@BigHughJazz]

His videography skills are incredible

[@zalz]

Way ahead of his time

[@neptunemike]

Yeah, that camera must’ve been so heavy

[@raymondsolisjr.1262]

He was going to have a show put together. Wasn't he?

[@TS-qq7vr]

You're damned straight they are.

[@EchoRider515]

@@raymondsolisjr.1262 yes he was.

[@Havealilfaith]

He was so ahead of his time! RIP sweet nelson. 😢

[@raymondsolisjr.1262]

I would have loved to sit down and just pick his brain about life and people in general

[@marbarosi]

29 years ago. If he was still alive he'd be 70. Insane! All the elderly folks in his videos have long gone to the other side.

[@kindasorta123]

D I was just thinking about that. His grandma who he mentions so often in this video could have easily been born in the 1800s. His mama most likely born during the jazz era of the 1920s. It's such a trip to think about.

[@annother3350]

Nah he'd be nearly 60!

[@Snak3ization]

Ann Other he was born in 1948,so he would be 70 now.

[@oliverogaz4224]

kindasorta123 his mom died in 2012 at 97 years

[@Flypcyde81]

Who was this guy? and how did he die?

[@JL-rc9ro]

They should build a statue of Nelson with his video camera, either in his hometown or in Manhattan.

[@yamezprenticci1986]

Statues of him pointing at famous landmarks.

[@naughtydorf18]

I vote for it to be in Kershaw. I live north of where he used to live in Pleasant Hill.

[@zalz]

They could easily use his old house with video pictures on the walls showing his life in vlogs as you walk through his old house you see how far he came.

[@yourneighbor6957]

Absolutely

[@SICKBOYONYT]

J L no

[@brucewebb1114]

I can watch these videos all day. In 1989 I was working for Albertsons in Louisiana. I was 26. I wish I could climb into the video...it's wonderful.

[@trevizolga]

What he says from 08:08 to 08:50 shook me to my core. I know hes talking about his future plans of quitting his regular job at the end of June and devoting himself full time to filming and hopefully developing a cable show (and bigger plans) but what he says can also easily apply to his eventual unexpected passing in the early morning of July 4th of that same year, 1989. Nelson touches my heart because he is so in love with and proud of his hometown and his family and he showed such reverence for his grandmothers home. His childhood memories were so pure and vivid. They way he spoke of his grandmothers house and the church being his most favorite placed touches my heart. He was a true gentleman and his visit to his childhood neighbor was also touching and sweet... it was also so prophetic in that he explained that the previous day he attended church and saw so many people he hadn't seen in years. He literally called it "...a blessing" and it truly was because that was the last time all of those folks he loved got to see him. He was truly too good for this world. He was a sweet, handsome man and and a generous and kind friend. He truly reminds me of my brother who passed of HIV/AIDS in 1992. God bless your memory, Nelson. ❤

[@exotic_rich9798]

🙏 🙏

[@exotic_rich9798]

🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lukeightseven]

He did move on to electronic energy world he speaks of ,, where watching him on it rite now ♥️🙌🏻

[@Proctorsgarage]

Great guy seriously

[@DylanRomanov]

I be;I’ve he was speaking from a higher power

[@thesunmountain]

He was polite and respectful.....what a gentleman !

[@GG-yn6jw]

Absolutely 100%! Southern manners!💖

[@spartakas8770]

So true

[@ChoctawNawtic4]

#southern

[@bootes53]

That's the way people were raised in the rural South!

[@Skaterbun]

"People think I'm crazy, but when they see the tapes they'll realize what I'm doing"

[@KH-je8qj]

I don't know how I stumbled on these but I'm really tickled pink to have found em. What a special guy Nelson was wish I knew him.

[@happyharper5494]

K H have you seen the one in the grocery store? Loved that one too ❤️

[@SerenityMoon]

I love these videos. I feel like they transport me to a time I've never even been. There is something so beautiful and peaceful about them

[@yappurr]

Serenity Moon i totally agree with you....i've watched dozens of nelson's videos, and almost feel like he's a friend, and i'm saddened by his untimely death...he died far too soon.

[@HollywoodCreeper]

I just did the same thing.

[@dr.k9769]

Samantha yea, it was a different time, so different, i really do miss it

[@lmdetect]

I was a teen in the 80s. So wish I could go back.

[@Catlady1210]

Bonnie & Clyde Ride yes, things are so dark and heavy now!!

[@sherry1253]

I'm so addicted to these videos of Nelsons and yet as they end my heart is broken just a little- he died to soon, he was so ahead of his time and so sweet and kind and extremely intelligent- I sware if I met someone like him I would treasure them but I fear people like him no longer exist - and so I keep watching over and over.

[@nonas6751]

Nelson was such a gentleman beautiful soul..I wish I would have met him..

[@mariannejohannessen9751]

Susan Berman Me too!❤❤

[@monkeyman2407]

I live in the south & typically don't find southern accents appealing, but I find Nelson's accent absolutely beautiful. He reminds me a little bit of Blanche DuBois from the play/film Streetcar Named Desire. Graceful & soft-spoken, he was a very endearing character. Rest well Nelson.

[@micheler6592]

Monkey Man I live in the south too, and I think time have changed accents. “Old” southern sounds different than “modern” southern imo

[@michaelsuder3956]

I live in the south too but I can’t tell what a southern accent is

[@stylistmatt]

What a sweet, sweet man!! Nelson really was a southern gentleman with the liberal attitude of a New York artist. There is a tradition of eccentrics from the south making their way to find notoriety and community in NY.🗽

[@uncleavi2002]

stylistmatt I have met a few people who knew him and they told me he was a really great guy.

[@raymondsolisjr.1262]

"I don't take time off work unless there's compensation" Nelson was a hustler before hustling existed.

[@stevengallant6363]

The Sullivan family had generational money. The money was passed down from one generation to the next. The Sullivan family literally owned gold mines.

[@arksailingboat5605]

Life must have been so much easier and simpler back then, I feel like these videos are my secret haven and only special people know about them, I am currently dealing with severe depression and it doesn't seem to get better, watching these videos makes me feel nostalgic and yearn for an era which I never knew.

[@tennillej9601]

Stefano Sama i feel the same way these videos are a gem

[@KirksCORNER]

it was, i MISS it!!!.

[@omarn7650]

If you are depressed and want a new nostalgia why dont you find out your purpose in life and see how it fits you as it fits everybody, you must unlock ultimate peace within yourself

[@ChillWaters]

Mademoiselle Uncut I feel where you're coming from. These videos are wild.

[@ProperLad]

Look, I bet that you're an awesome and thoughtful person. A person to have amazing and also very intense conversations, about everything. Take this video as a sample, that live can be good, even though everything might crumble around you. You can text me if you need someone to talk to. - Dan :)

[@iMelanin]

“Now it’s my time to move on, I’m going to move on into another world..” Yes you did sweetie! Bless you. 💕

[@SuperJoooe]

I for one am straight as an arrow and married to a beautiful women but I love this guy! The world needs more kind souls like him! RIP Nelson

[@spartakas8770]

Same here bro. NELSON IS A SPECIAL MAN

[@_Junkers]

@Jet Rm1 Because as a straight man, if you are seen to like something of gay culture people will infer you are gay. It's a preemptive defensive remark, as a lot of people make judgements by association which is just unfortunate really.

[@joeminor_702]

This guy is a fuckin legend excuse my language. Way before his time. Vlogging in the 80s. Wow. I discovered this channel around 2 years ago and so glad I did. Love seeing these times again.

[@thecrowvideos70]

I bet he had no idea that the videos he was taking then, would be watched , by a random 19 year old kid from Florida, in the year 2019. I hope he sees his videos still being watched by all ages from all places to this day. Even inspiring some different shot ideas for my own film work. Thanks Nelson .

[@eddiexjunior]

thatone guy - He knew they would be useful/interesting one day - and those days are now here. He even said he would "move on into a world of electronic energy" which is exactly what the internet is nowadays. I don't think he knew they would be watched to the extent of millions around the globe, but he definitely knew and sensed their future use. True example of a man ahead of his time.

[@estelleaeon]

one day, we'll all make our final visit to our hometown, whether we know it's our last or not. thank god nelson documented his life for us all to witness

[@MartyrLoserKing]

"This is all from another era" - Nelson Sullivan

[@silentbanshee4869]

There is nothing finer in the world than a real old fashioned Southern gentleman. That is exactly who Nelson is. Not just what he is, but who he is.

[@dena81]

Nelson was so far ahead of his time. I'm glad he did this. still kills me that he can't be here now to see how we all took on his hobby

[@HollywoodCreeper]

I have tears in my eyes! Miss. Maubley sure is the salt if the earth. I love how she is his neighbor and he tells her that he loves her! I get so lost in these videos. I get really taken away and I absolutely love it. I can't really stop from crying when they stop sometimes like this one.

[@teijaflink2226]

That old lady must have been a special person. Bet it ment a lot to her to have seen Nelson one last time, he said good bye to her.

[@donn372]

It made me sad too you can't find sweet people like this anymore 🥺 she wanted him to stay

[@ohnnyjaoremanfa3922]

Her name was Nannie Mobley and she would die that following year at the age of 95.

[@uhsi530]

“How do you like them columns”

[@annother3350]

Hehee!

[@markalexander5392]

With God's help, you have pervaded the whole universe with goodness.

[@zzky666]

G OMEGALUL D

[@jenniferday6940]

There is something very special about these videos. I feel like I’ve been given a wonderful gift from the universe.

[@lorannah1]

Oh how I love this one. When he visited mrs mobley my heart was touched by his love and respect for her. Oh Nelson I would have enjoyed meeting you. ❤️

[@Coreyztv]

is nelson still around?

[@GaroshiTheAwesome]

C o r e y 1IT No he died of a heart attack in 1989

[@ADMBPR]

fuck... FUCK!!!! I was born in 1989...

[@KissMyBiscuits]

Yes!!! Me too!

[@birdmanuk]

He probably died before mrs mobley

[@kyianevvare3541]

I didn't realize he came from old southern money. It explains his wonderful accent. I've always loved the way he talks, he was such a beautiful person.

[@sonnyburnett3888]

I think Nelson knew his days were numbered but it's great he got to check one off the bucket list and went home one final time to visit family and friends.

[@cryptomnesiac]

aw, this made me smile.. and that doesn't happen all too often anymore. thank you nelson, see you on the other side!

[@rainnmn]

his videos are so candid, so raw. I don't know if it even makes sense to compare them with vlogs which are more often than not covered in a layer of pretense. bless you and your memory, Nelson

[@Uchihasasuk5]

you have written such a perfect description.

[@ParkingPirate]

I know. For real....that is the difference about being alone in the world doing it, and today being fake or some variant that isn't uninfluenced.

[@KissMyBiscuits]

I love the pride he had for his hometown and those who lived there! ❤️

[@HawkinaBox]

This guy has a lovely voice. It's so soothing and unique.

[@meem7283]

I love how his southern accent comes out way more in this video.

[@emmamccarthy4091]

He was just so super cute! Love his voice....

[@Nemie125]

These videos have such a magical quality about them. The round lens makes me feel like he is there in 1989 right now, talking to all of us individually from some kind of time travel device :) . His early death is so very tragic, but his southern charm lives on and speaks to us from the other side of the lens, forever there in 1989, which is special to me because I too was there once. How wonderful of his friend(s) to share these rare gems.

[@raymondsolisjr.1262]

Have you seen his last video hours before his death. It's very eerie.

[@chrisboost67707]

where is the video

[@alexisperkins0001]

Of all the vids on the channel, this one is my favorite. What a charming guy, with a balanced sense of love for his past and excitement for new technology. Wonder what he could have accomplished had he not died so young.

[@vincereynolds6092]

This video is a masterclass on how to speak to and respect people. A beautiful soul. 😊

[@deborahcookston9373]

I love him so much. His southern accent comes out more when he is back home. Same thing happens to me.

[@raymondsolisjr.1262]

I lnow he means his new career but when he says "I'm going to move on to another world" i got an eerie feeling

[@brentaudi9354]

What a sweet video. Everyone tells us not to live in the past. The past just 20+ years ago was so different and this video proves it. Not one person had their door locked. They were excited to have someone to talk to face to face. Not by text or "social media". I miss the past and Nelson's video confirms my feelings. I would love to sit down with Mrs. Mobley and have a cup of coffee. Thanks for uploading this! Brent

[@freedomisslavery6840]

At the time of this video America was 80%+ White, that is the reality of the reason why it was so different and better.

[@kevinonthank]

Brent Audi I miss talking lol

[@tommiegallegos5162]

Brent Audi I had my door locked. But it was more peaceful .

[@zilipphimbardo6138]

FreedomIsSlavery judging by your name and comment I’m just gonna pass you on as a troll

[@alexhodgkinson6718]

Brent Audi no one I know locks their doors while there in and meeting face to face is wonderful. Maybe you just live in an incredibly shitty area? None of that has changed at all.

[@kimlarge4077]

I find this video wonderful and sad at the same time. I really like Nelson. He seemed like a very cool person.

[@Dreamchaser68]

Nelson......the ORIGINAL VLOGER.

[@LiaBaaaby]

Wow I absolutely love Nelson. What a sweet sweet man. He's so respectful and I can't even believe how amazing a person he was. Rest In Peace Nelson!

[@tinkerbell2882]

Wow first time i ever read so many positive beautiful comments on a channel wow be proud of yourselves for been so nice ...the truth is that this channel and the person who made these videos and the person who took the time to share it with us are amazing thank you

[@rubydawn1]

He made everything seem so interesting and I love the way his people love him

[@l.o.b.7462]

It's really interesting to me how his southern accent is more pronounced in these videos when he's at home vs when he's in NYC

[@ZnenTitan]

I noticed that too, right away...Y'all!

[@TS-qq7vr]

It's called code switching.

[@randycox3232]

💜Nelson R.I.P. The Southern charm he had! Brick walls, grape arbors & gazebos.......another era. The beautiful Quince......

[@VeN0m88]

Randy Cox how did he die and when ?

[@KingLich451]

at 1989 from heart attack I believe

[@liors94]

The encounter with the older lady really put a smile on my face, I randomly stumbled upon these videos and they are beautifully candid and reminiscent of a simpler, more sincere time and people eventhough I was only born half a decade after this was taken.

[@carmenrosenberg538]

I love Nelson. So unfortunate he's not here with us anymore. I love watching these videos... So interesting and deemed eloquent. Time to move on going to move on to another world a world full of Electronic energy Seems like he knew he was going to pass soon.

[@helloppl7876]

How you know, that he's dead?

[@NexusXP]

@@helloppl7876 There is a video about his last video before he died.

[@JenDoe1]

This brought tears to my eyes. Rest In Peace Nelson.

[@HkSniper]

I actually found this house out of curiosity on Google Earth street view. Being in street view and seeing the house, the gazebo still there just as it was, etc, was pretty wild. It's like reliving someone else's memories.

[@donn372]

How do I find it on Google map

[@shananagans5]

@@donn372 I have been looking for it too. No luck so far. You gotta look for landmarks, these are bigger than average houses on a street with a sidewalk. Lots of spare time doesn't hurt either. :)

[@shananagans5]

@@donn372 I believe it's on the corner of W Marion and S Matson

[@jehouse61]

@@shananagans5 214 West Marion Street. That's it!

[@damselcausingdistress81]

Nelson has always been such a role model for love and acceptance. I grew up in east Tn in a small town alot like Kershaw. We never locked our doors or cars,car keys stayed in the egnition. We all had wall phones but you just walked over to your neighbors. Everybody knows everybody and loves and accepts everyone. He knew what he was doing was amazing and breakthrough. I just wish it had lasted all through the 90s. RIP Nelson💖💐

[@ashleydun08]

Im cryingggg, im watching the most amazing man from an era i didnt have the privilege to be born in. I truly love these videos of his. I wish he was still around makin vlogs (: Nelson rip good sir

[@Bountyville424]

He was so behind in time. Old charm of the 30’s. I love him and may his beautiful spirit rest peacefully 🙏🏾

[@auroraboreal261]

I have to stop to hesitate start to watch nelson's vídeos. Everytime i start a vídeo i think " why i was hesitating? All nelson's videos are amazing "

[@mat5370]

All the old people in SC are like this. They invite you in and tell you to have a seat and they'll talk with you for hours on end. They love visitors.

[@krazyk3842]

I love how Authentic he was.. he is precious. I can't count how many time I've watched these videos

[@fpkblast8465]

These videos have rekindled my hope for humanity. What a gem Nelson is. Regardless of his passing, even through all this time, he is still sharing those positive vibes. You gotta love it ❤🌍❤🌏❤🌎❤

[@mandiejayne4892]

Nelson, your "goodness, truth, and plenty" have transcended the decades, so mission accomplished! I love you across time and space, and thank you for your presents/presence.

[@eBrigid]

Lordy, I bet that house still looks beautiful today in 2017. I should take a drive to Kershaw and find it. I am sure it is being lovingly cared for, like most of the homes around here (SC). My neighborhood is filled with them, in just that style, and it is a full-time job to maintain their beauty. Nothing like wrap-around porch in the spring and summer. Nelson led a charmed life, in every way, experiencing the South, family, a true sense of home, and also the New York of the 80s, a time of such excitement and innovation, everything felt new and fun back then, and the living was certainly easier.

[@brich2929]

@@AlyssaMims address?

[@riordanparata5243]

Slava Gorbunov I think that may be the wrong house? I just looked and I’m pretty sure it’s 214 State Road s-29-13 Kirshaw. The house opposite is the one in the video and when you look at the side of the house you see the shed and gazebo

[@riordanparata5243]

Google Earth Link earth.app.goo.gl/fv7nYY #googleearth

[@MarkPalladino]

@Slava Gorbunov I think the house you’re talking about is the one at 2:36 in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6TdfouAf7qohpY. Looks similar but isn’t his grandmothers house.

[@user-oo8mb6el5j]

Such a delightful video.

[@bobbymercier7113]

He passed when I was 2 and I don't know why but I am absolutely entranced by these flms. I like to go through every little detail to see how different things were. For those of you who don't know he was a legend... Taken before his time. He was on the hottest scene and now I want to know all I can about him.

[@Montana-Skies]

I bet he had an amazing childhood!! I would've loved to have had him as a good friend. He was such a beautiful, compassionate, kind hearted, curtious, intellectual & humble soul. Everyone says he was ahead if his time...he definitely was. His grandmothers home was so beautiful wonder what it looks like now... Thank you Nelson for sharing these mere glimpses into your beautiful life💫❤❤ RIP

[@PauloStaCruzVlogs]

He’s a revolutionary guy! He knows his time is already limited and took these videos, First vlogger in the world wow he is so awesome! back in time love to watch these ✌🏼

[@annother3350]

A visionary

[@TheLewisCrew]

He touches my heart. I’m from North Carolina. And now I wish I was from Kershaw because they certainly have the most delightful southern accents I’ve ever heard. I hope he and his parents and Mrs. Mobley are having a grand time.

[@thegreatmechanizedape8262]

it's very sad to know how true his statement was and that he will never get to know how much good, happiness, truth and inspiration he has and continues to spread amongst the universe. the records should be preserved forever. thank you, Nelson. RIP.

[@jrrcorcloudsaremine]

He sounds like Roger from American Dad..., but much sweeter... Beautiful person!!! God Bless his soul!!!

[@morsecode5078]

What a gentle, kind soul this man had. Rest in peace Nelson.

[@carolinebrown8965]

All of Nelson's family and friends were so blessed to have him in their lives. How could the older generations ever think they would outlive him. He continues to bring joy to all who see his videos.

[@LaurenOliviArt]

He was so sweet to Mrs Mobley!!

[@HappyQuailsLC]

This is my favorite of all his videos. It is amazing to hear his frequent references to leaving on a higher level of awareness. He made a number of such references, including in his last video and he sounded completely at peace.

[@jjthor407]

Nelson knew what we all do . THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME !

[@marcr-m1941]

This guy is absolutely charming and these videos a wonderful gift to us all! Thank you to those that have done such a great job preserving and sharing them!

[@tomm6423]

I love Nelson. What a kind person. It’s hard to believe that if Nelson were alive today he would be 71.

[@myles432]

For all the young people out there, this video shows real human interaction. It’s crazy to know that this is not very common nowadays. People are more uptight and there is no trust. The internet changed us all...

[@MrEOM41]

Nelson is such a gentle soul … I also love his southern accent

[@erint6386]

Hello from 2022 - I just discovered Nelson and his incredible footage of the 1980's. I was 4 years old in 1989 and it's amazing to see the world during my early childhood. He was talented and such a wonderful human! Gone far too soon! RIP Nelson!

[@NinaCyra]

Still spreading love so many years later xo Nelson

[@skipads5141]

This guy's mastery of keeping everything in frame so firmly with a heavy old VHS camera at arm's length is surreal. I think he was a foresighted genius in his own way.

[@manuelbasten3671]

Beautiful moments with lovely people... it feels so good... Thank you sweet Nelson and thank you for sharing all these videos with us.

[@thebicyclechronicles5620]

Listen to those prophetic words at 8:28 ,"Now it's time to leave and move on" he said "I'm moving on to another world,a world with electronic energy,and with God's help he will pervade the whole universe with goodness,truth and plenty". He sounded like he knew that was his last visit home and was saying his last goodbyes and some how he knew what the electronic world with social media would look like and what affect one could have by their own personal vlogs. You have to wonder.

[@mikejames1127]

I don't want to say what I think happened on July 4th 1989..he is saying his goodbyes to everyone on a lot of videos prior to that day. They say it was a heart attack...all I know is he was way ahead of his time, he was a true gentleman and I wish I could have met him.

[@shanibloome]

Some people just know

[@leschatsmusicale]

I started tearing up when he said that. You can just feel that he was saying goodbye and envisioning something transcendant in his future.

[@treemarie213100]

@@mikejames1127 well now that you say that i want to know what you think happened.

[@konuka_ame]

He may be gone but he's still with us through 7 years of vlogging 💕

[@Kylefassbinderful]

I really wish I could have met Nelson. I don't know that we would have had much to talk about but I still wish that I could have met him.

[@cyanide_lollipop3264]

Oh boy. I don't even have words...my heart almost aches.

[@wlsedlacek]

My heart aches for you too baby

[@d0t_DoT_dOT]

Nelson goes home and that Southern draw is magnified.

[@audio8493]

11:24 the original “I woke up like this”

[@mountainmamanirvana31]

Lol

[@famous21me]

Thank you Dick for posting these vids! Much love to you!

[@merncat75]

I love how he sat on the old bench @0:28

[@alexziggyful]

Love these look at Nelson's southern home and his memories. Thank you for posting!