Ode to Peggy Jean & The Epilogue

[@joesheeran2400]

I appreciate your careful analysis and touching insights into The Thrill of the Chase. You have expanded our awareness of Forrest Fenn's life and his desire for us all to savor the thrill of the chase. Thank you Professor Sunshine.

[@davidl2047]

I'll remember you if I find it. Thank you. Your videos and talent are beyond amazing. They put me in tears. Your the man.

[@smellthesunshine4425]

Thanks a lot, David. I appreciate it very much.

[@awhisperer2181]

Outstanding!! You really captured the essence of The Chase. Thank you!

[@wrongwaycorrigan2492]

Once again Professor Sunshine, you’ve proven to be a master story teller. Simply loved this reflective, bitter sweet & emotional wrap up through the journey of Forrest’s fight. Also the thoughtful way in which you’ve depicted his teams love & dedication to see him well again.

[@michaeloconnell8779]

Fantastic job!!! Thank you so much. I love your videos. Keep up the outstanding work!!!

[@darrellsey]

One who can tell a story while simultaneously proving information in such a way to allow the listener to immerse themselves into the characters thoughts and lives has rare talent. Presented, yet not forced. very well done. Helps to create insiteful conversation rather than heated debate

[@Davi.b]

You my friend are simply an ARTIST, I'm sure I'm not alone aplauding your effort and energy, these are history making words, PERFECT

[@mikenodine6713]

Very well said!

[@cynthiameachum1309]

Matt, as many others have pointed out in their comments, your series of videos has greatly "expanded our awareness" and provided significant insight into the Thrill of the Chase and the man behind it. Thank you for the time and effort you've put into this. Looking forward to meeting you and chatting in person, some day.

[@smellthesunshine4425]

Thanks, Cynthia. I expect YOU to teach ME about BOTG. I may even have you autograph my hiking boots.

[@cynthiameachum1309]

@@smellthesunshine4425 LOL... well, I have lots of experience with BOTG and can tell you well over a hundred places where it isn't!

[@smellthesunshine4425]

@@cynthiameachum1309 Yes, but you have the right attitude. I look at the map and think, It might not be there, but what a great place to fail. I just want to roam around!

[@sandrarannells5689]

Beautifully done. You make Forrest's story so much more than just a treasure hunt. Where Forrest's writing brings a glimpse of his life wrapped up in hardship and humor, you move straight to the heartstrings of pain, pride, and purpose. I think Forrest would be proud of the work you have done to pay tribute to his Chase. Thank you for sharing all this.

[@smellthesunshine4425]

He likes the videos (some more than others, I think), which is gratifying. And I'm glad you like them as well :D

[@sandrarannells5689]

@@smellthesunshine4425 now that you are finished with TTOTC, you can go get the chest.😉

[@garybarbourii8274]

Your interpretations are phenomenal. So grounded to the thoughts behind the words.

[@smellthesunshine4425]

Gary Barbour II Thank you, Gary.

[@dianaw5897]

You know its good when you get goose bumps up and down your arm! I've really enjoy learning more about Forrest through your videos and I especially like the intro music. It makes me sway my head back and forth and whistle.. Thanks 😊

[@smellthesunshine4425]

I'm glad SOMEONE enjoys my music! Thanks, Diana.

[@smellthesunshine4425]

@DeafNeighbourz I always point people to my About section, but then I don't hear from them. I guess I should just list it when they ask: It's "overthinker" but take the letter e out both times ([e-mail]).

[@treefort76]

Great insightful video! I’m sure there is much here behind the curtain

[@smellthesunshine4425]

Frensy Thanks a lot, Frensy. I didn’t pull back the curtain enough?

[@treefort76]

@@smellthesunshine4425 the actors still haven't broken their leg. everybody knows a lot but nobody knows enough. there's some group who like to whisper a lot. but they do a lot of whispering and less finding. everything is philosophical in the land of folly. this was enjoyable, i think one can only see rightly with the heart. i don't know that this is a solvable game. i think subconscious might be the key to new ideas and faith direction in indecision

[@wayneross3924]

Great video Matt. Thanks for your thoughts and ideas on The Thrill of the Chase.

[@texastea9860]

You are very talented! Your work is very appreciated. Thank you

[@dennisschultz9180]

Once again you hit the mark ff is lucky to have you to help tell his story. Forrest Fenn will be remembered long after all of us are gone.But we all will have that place to go to where there is no time or space only love for each other.No we can't bring it with us but we can bring the love we have been given and the love we gave.

[@TheForrestFennLearningCurve]

Matt, a great way to wrap up what has been a very popular and thought-provoking series. Perhaps you should consider creating a playlist so that people can find and step through your review of TTotC with a single click? :) (Late edit: I see you've already done that. Good on you.)

[@mariomarturano6720]

Wow!!! Warm waters. Now they have stopped; thank you. Those people that truly love, will appreciate, how others feel. The earth or humanity, love will be our saving grace...

[@mariomarturano6720]

Whoever the creator is, they move in mysterious ways. More often, they find the best and make them known. Always having a good influence and longevity. If they are kept in our hearts and minds, we have history influencing present and future. If the statement remains constant; then the subject is always remembered. We are always forgiven; sorry does not always last a long time, if we can forgive ourselves. Thanks and take care of...

[@timsims94]

I’m heading out on June 18th. I’m going to explain my solution around the 21st. I like your vids ✌️

[@smellthesunshine4425]

Best of luck to you. Be safe!

[@davidl2047]

You are a treasure in itself.

[@delysejaeger3466]

Speaking of new art forms! Your use of spoken word, sound effect, visuals and photography are brilliantly effective. Leaving despair to stand alone was powerful, and I’ve pondered this word often in my chase. Thank you for expanding on Forrest’s sentiments of Peggy waiting for him somewhere. Here’s my tongue-in-cheek critique: There’s no “d” in the “Peggy sense(d)...” slide. Perhaps intentional for a laugh? I enjoyed your treatment of the epilogue and the important illustration. This was a beautiful wade into deep waters and relevant to me personally. Much gratitude and well wishes your way!

[@smellthesunshine4425]

To err is human--please forgive. I wish it were deliberate. No, it seems I have to include one glaring typo in all my videos. If I fixed them now, I would lose the ID at repost. All the links elsewhere would be dead. More trouble than it's worth. In my line of work, we have a remedy for this: "many eyes." Documents are passed around until you fix everything. And then you pass them around some more. Alas, the hazards of working alone. [deep breath] Thank you for kind words. There's a lot of heart in these last couple of chapters, and I'm glad that Forrest's message touched you.

[@delysejaeger3466]

Smell the Sunshine - I was truly joking and I have no critical comments but love that the typo was a “d”! Your videos are treasures and I struggle to express how much I enjoy and appreciate your work!

[@smellthesunshine4425]

I didn't take it as critical. BTW, was "jaeger" part of your vocabulary growing up? A word people use regularly in your neck of the woods? I never heard it, and I don't hear it now.

[@delysejaeger3466]

Jaeger is my last name by marriage but not a name or word I heard growing up. My husband is from Victoria Tx. My first name is Delyse (the lease) - quite a combo to pronounce from the spelling! I think Jaeger is the original German.

[@smellthesunshine4425]

Offtrail Jaeger Okay cool. Thank you. I figured it was just a handle since it fits with The Chase. How convenient :D

[@mjinzer6881]

What a beautiful couple ❤

[@tomszabo7350]

In Flywater he is physically at the spot he wants to die when he writes the note to his wife waiting for him back home somewhere (West Yellowstone or Santa Fe). The reference is to the lover in I Have a Rendezvous with Death in which the blissful sleep is very much while alive and is a contrast or alternative to death in war. In Ode to Peggy Jean his shadow is his spirit, he is talking about joining his wife in heaven. The sparrow is green spring or rebirth and ancient refers to humanity while secrets and "why is it I cannot go" might refer to a bird that is secretive i.e. hiding (many sparrows are known to be secretive, the only green sparrow among them is called the Olive sparrow). Note the line is a call and answer to the why is it that I must go line in the poem, in other words here is the answer: he needs to hide the treasure before he is too close to death (raven) and too weak. In the epilogue the illustratiin is not a comment about the environment at all, he is wistfully looking yp at father the dove resting in peace who told him to grab every banana so he cut down all the trees so it is a "did I do okay Dad?" thing going on there.

[@davidg.johnson7574]

I would love to see someone put a small treasure in all 50 states in a puzzle book with the one stipulation that the finder has to be a resident of that State! Searchers would not have to drive as far and the prize could only be obtained by showing your solve and proof of residency. No big prizes as they bring on lawsuits.

[@ianleirfallom]

When you say (at minute 14): 40 pages were of "previously published material," were those pages his or from other authors...? Thanks. Would love to chat sometime.

[@shawn210]

Do you have any more Fenn videos planned? How are you feeling now that the chest has been found?

[@miss_lisa]

Interesting choice for the outro...Forrest mis-quoting his own poem. If you've BEEN brave and in the wood. Wonder if that was an early version.

[@jeffamiel3504]

I think that same reading had a “misquote” in the first stanza as well. “I can can keep the secrets where” kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2fChHyMoZ1-i9k

[@smellthesunshine4425]

You know.... I work alone on these projects, so little things will slip through the cracks. It's not often I get to delegate something. And here I figured I was safe handing the poem reading off to the man himself. Right?

[@fibonacii]

Did you find the treasure?

[@smellthesunshine4425]

I did not. Did you?

[@fibonacii]

Smell the Sunshine I wish I did. It would have been a thrill of a lifetime!

[@TheDalby001]

I don’t think I’ve heard that misquoted version of the poem before.

[@smellthesunshine4425]

I missed it, honestly. Another thing for us to contemplate.

[@damenjacobs]

So was it you who found it?

[@smellthesunshine4425]

Damen Jacobs I wish. The sad part is that it was probably found on a day when I was searching.

[@damenjacobs]

Smell the Sunshine Were you in the Yellowstone area?

[@smellthesunshine4425]

@@damenjacobs I was. Searched Tuesday, Wednesday, and half of Thursday before the rain and sleet.

[@damenjacobs]

Smell the Sunshine I have a feeling it was found in the area. The Northeast part of the park just opened at the beginning of June.

[@greeneyedguy]

✌️😎👍

[@shawn210]

Do you have any more Fenn videos planned? How are you feeling now that the chest has been found?

[@smellthesunshine4425]

As a searcher, it's a let-down. I feel like everybody else. I had failed BOTG but was starting to plan my next trip. I don't have more videos planned, but I have some ideas. I don't know what kind of appetite there will be for them now. I'm in a holding pattern until more information is revealed.

[@CCorBid51]

Smell the Sunshine Matt, You have done an incredible job! How did you get all the additional onsite and pictures? I can’t wait to see the final results when more info comes out and I could only wish some how you found the treasure if it wasn’t my family and I. Look forward to hearing more from you in the future!

[@smellthesunshine4425]

@@CCorBid51 Thanks, Chris. The pictures I've found online. I borrow/share in the spirit of education, and honoring Forrest.