My Final Tator Job with My Boy...Before He Goes to College

This has been probably the most emotional and difficult video I've made to date. I've broken down and cried many, many times while attempting to finish this video. As I type this we are preparing to send our son, Ethan, off to college. This video isn't about the job. Yes, another driver got caught by an outdated GPS and made a SIMPLE mistake. It happens. We help them out. .... This video is personal. It's about the time we spent together and how far he has come. I LOVE YOU ETHAN!!! May God guide and bless you in your journey!!!
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[@mompratt4861]

So many viewers are asking what Ethan will be studying. His goal is to continue on with diesel technology, towing and recovery and perhaps a bit of high performance techniques. Computers and electronic components in the industry are very complex. Hopefully he will come back with more knowledge in this area. We have always encouraged our kids to do what brings them joy in life. Following in Dad and Grandpa's footsteps seems to do just that. Thank you all so much for the love and prayers. We are so proud of our children whatever they choose as long as they remember to call God first and momma second.....EVERY DAY. 💖 God''s blessings on all.

[@Blazer02LS]

Great to hear that he plans to stay in the family business at least for a while. Maybe tell Ron to pin your comment so it stays on top. Believe he can do that.

[@carenbarnet378]

Wise words of wisdom Mumma Pratt, also the knowlwdge that Ron has passed onto Ethan his expertise of working the Tator and all that goes with it. By all accounts Ethan will be a huge asset to Midwest Towing. That is evident in this video watching Ethan do most of the setup to help this driver out of his predicament. All blessings to your whole family and especially for Ron's recovery back to full health. Before the internet was even heard of, when i was a teenager, all i wanted to do was operate a tow truck and drive the big rigs. That passion still stands today and it lives on in your youtube channel. Peace and Blessings from Gawler, South Australia.

[@nanachick05]

Love the final line…God always first, family always second. God bless Ethan and keep him safe.

[@mariloubanducci4264]

You seem to be a religious person and I like that. I like it when you say God bless. What religion are you. I'm Catholic and I appreciate your references to God.

[@TowMan127]

Hi mom Pratt!!!! Great for him and may God watch over him on his journey!

[@porkchop5389]

Ethan learned more from you than I think he could learn in College he learn hands on

[@Michael_CS615]

That track should have a sign at the start - Ron's Money Pit Ahead!

[@OffroadCpl]

Call it Cha Ching turn around

[@petermiddo]

I was just going to comment that Ron should pay that farmer a commission.....

[@bucklinoutdoorpowerequipme3846]

Yes, Ron's money pit if you fallow your GPS.

[@adolphusarthuro]

There's a sign used in the UK for exactly this kind of road. It's blue, square, usually found at the entrance and reads in big white letters: "UNSUITABLE FOR HEAVY GOODS VEHICLES"...

[@dabuya]

In a world decaying quickly, it’s so wonderfully refreshing to see a man express such love for his son; and, the recovery was nice too!

[@tonypadilla1330]

Congratulations to you & the miss on raising up a good human. Congratulations & good luck to E!!! PS thank you for not covering & showing injury accidents. My wife can watch w me. And she does enjoy watching you in action!

[@damaribrackett1159]

Nothing like quality father son time

[@tylerbrown8486]

My dad always called spending “quality time” as he sipped his 40 and we drove around doing nothing

[@joeysfather2723]

@@tylerbrown8486 lol

[@damaribrackett1159]

@@tylerbrown8486 😂its different for different people you know

[@TheHpshack]

“Train up a child and when he is old he will not depart from it “ - you have done your part - best wishes to you all & God bless!

[@JTLaser1]

I know that just a year ago he seemed like a gangly teenager, and now he’s almost full grown and ready to take on life as a man. I wasn’t prepared for the changes my boys underwent when they left home, ( one college one USAF.) But I couldn’t be prouder, and I’m looking forward to see how Ethan matures and grows! He’s in for a great challenge and a GREAT ADVENTURE! Good fortune Ethan! Your parents gave you all the tools and now you fly!

[@kingofrandom9504]

I got worried, I saw final job with the tator and thought you were getting rid of it, then i saw about your boy going to college, CONGRATS! I hope he likes it

[@ginger_nosoul]

I mean, if he wanted to get rid of it for a even bigger and badder unit i wouldnt complain. They make ones that are like 2x the size of that one. 😎

[@demonknight7965]

Ha ha ha. The only way Ron is getting rid of Tator is if he Retires or Replaces it. That machine has been wayyy too useful in too many situations to get rid of it :)

[@JackMacLupus]

The only reason to get rid of this tator if when he gets a bigger one. XD And even THEN they should keep both for the REAL big jobs.

[@pezzermra]

I had to read it twice also

[@logandeters8438]

Sam thing happens to me. LOL

[@13bgunbunny46]

They grow up so fast. Godspeed, Ethan.

[@JT-hf3yn]

in all directions

[@willb3018]

Figuratively and literally. I was as tall as my father by the time I was 11. But never made it past 6'2". Good luck to Ethan.

[@FeartheCyr611]

Congratulations Ethan and to Mr and Mrs Pratt!..

[@saras4181]

He's your baby, can't imagine the difficulty of him going off to school! He'll be back though, of that you can be sure! Be wishes to Ethan...and to Mom & Dad as they stand strong & proud!

[@meks040]

if Ethan is at least half the man you are, He'll be fine. Our Lord looks after His sheep. Hey Ethan, don't party too hard in College. And don't worry, your dad has probably done the same and worse :)

[@alblake5994]

The fact that he works with you and is headed to college says you and your wife did a great job raising him .

[@adampyke4037]

I remember him helping you at that exact spot as a young teenager. Kinda cool that it is his last one to help with while he is in college. He will surely help with many more after he comes back home. God Bless, the whole Pratt family. Good Luck, Ethan.

[@alexdeery3931]

Best of luck Ethan you will do good let god bless and protect you every day i will miss you in Ron’s videos

[@anthonystike6034]

I recognized it when you told Ethan that it used to be Nash Road. My first reaction was Oh No, not again.

[@doozerakapuckfutin]

Good luck Ethan . All the best at College .

[@kriss1_]

Enjoy college, put in the work and you will be rewarded!

[@thalleshoward3962]

Congratulations to your son

[@timcatrett1340]

Ethan seems like a good young man. I'm sure he will succeed at anything he puts his energy into.

[@donalddehaven3229]

Ron, my wife, Sheri and I, have had to watch as two of ours went off to serve. It is always hard to let them go. God took care of them as we prayed daily for them. We will keep Ethan in our prayers. I have a grandson named Ethan. You are a blessing Ron to watch.

[@kens.3729]

Your Boy has Grown Up Quickly. He’s a Smart Young Man going to College. He’ll continue to Grow.

[@nomercygaming5670]

Have fun in college Ethan 😎

[@terrellhale8435]

Be good in college Ethan my friend

[@tankroller1264]

another friday, another cup of joe, and another video from Ron. Good luck Ethan!

[@starlawilson4103]

Scared me for a minute....

[@JD-bv2ht]

God bless and good luck kiddo.

[@excavatoree]

First, "Congratulations" to Ethan and his family. Second, we all like to hope, kid, and joke about Ethan joining the family business, but most of us know that he'll choose his own path. As he takes this big step, we all wish him the best regardless of how he decides to proceed.

[@mitchellm.keithley3071]

Great job as always, thanks Ron!! And go getem Ethan good luck with college!!!

[@chuckmoore1380]

One of the first videos I remember with Ethan, you had him shoveling out the trailer wheels to build a cribbing ramp. The customer remarked how impressed he was with Ethan's hard work, and how his teenager spent all his time just playing video games. Ethan, you have grown into quite a young man. I am confident you will do great in college, and throughout your adult life.

[@18robsmith]

A nice little job for Ethan before he heads off to college :-) How your son has come on, running that job pretty much on his own, thanks to a good (great) teacher. Ron, you are excused the lump in the throat, your "little boy" is running off to places strange and far off. God Bless you all

[@TowMan127]

Wish him the best of luck!!!!

[@hughmckeegan5508]

Good luck to Eathan. Hope you come back to help you dad when you can.

[@nickpanda9322]

They grow up so fast

[@stephendx935]

"The cash pit." Yep, thinking that as you started. Old Nash Rd at the dead end. Blessings to Ethan as he heads out for further education.

[@davidjones8680]

Lunch with Mr Ron again... Yum yum! David in the UK.

[@-ray-h]

Wow Ron… Talk about emotions… After reading your title & just thinking about what “all” was involved & taking place in this video, my eyes just started watering up… Before reading the whole description, I started the video and at the beginning, I could be wrong but I thought I sensed in your voice that this was going to be a VERY Emotional time for You with Your Son, knowing that this was going to be the last time you both will be together for a while… I had to keep wiping my eyes knowing what all was going on and what was ahead for everyone in the family… Wow… This video was very emotional for me; I can only imagine what this experience was like for You… You and Your Wife have done an EXCELENT job with him and by you sharing your life with us through these videos, we can definitely tell he’s a GOOD MAN…!!! Ethan… Very wise of you to go on to school like you’re doing… This is an exciting time for you but also not knowing the unknown - at first - could be a little intimidating but once you get into the grove of things with the classes and all, things will be better… You have such an awesome family who care about you deeply and this is a golden opportunity to learn about new things in life to bring back with you for the business…! We wish you well, study hard and keep us up on how you’re doing… Many of us who appreciate & love your dads’ channel will be thinking about you often and wondering how you’re doing… Hopefully Dad will update us every so often… In closing until we see you next time Ethan… Good Luck in school, study hard & God Bless… Ray & Susie from Pittsburgh… We Love You Man…!!!!!!!!

[@rkon02]

Hoping he gets educated to run the business as 3rd generation!!

[@metallicaguy4679]

id say between his son and talon it will be around quite awhile

[@helenschulte4510]

I’m

[@austind4896]

Congratulations Ethan! Ron, it's awesome to be able to have shared all these years of memories together. God Bless your new endeavor, Ethan.

[@cbmsysmobile]

Well, I'm sure everyone wishes Ethan all the best for his time at college, going out into the big world. He'll be a credit to you and your family, I'm sure. He'll be back before you know it! Stay safe out there, all of you.

[@loosemoose9799]

Ron is a great teacher and Ethan is fine son. Someday Ethan may take over the business just as Ron did from his dad. It's always a pleasure to watch a loving family work together.

[@schmitty69]

There should be better signs to warn truck drivers about this road, but at the same time, it provides you a good income! Haha

[@markreetz1001]

"No Outlet" would be a good start! But I think Ron's crew keeps taking them to get more business!!

[@JV-pu8kx]

It would help if the GPS devices had better map data, and if people wouldn't follow them blindly.

[@MrJRod891]

There is. There's one that says "dead end"

[@stex5150]

Ron, from all appearances you have raised a smart, well mannered young Man. It will be hard when he leaves the nest but God will protect him and he will do well as long as he remembers his roots.

[@chiefsfankc]

Good Luck Ethan on your next adventure.

[@scottbaker475]

God luck eathen god bless u

[@scottbaker475]

Sorry about miss spelling the name

[@oscar00745]

wow, never been this early.

[@darroldvillarreal3628]

Keep driving like mater

[@jamesgreen3417]

Best of luck at College Ethan.I’m sure you will be successful in your studies, you have a great family and God with you to guide you. Ron. After my Father passed away within a year both my sister and I joined the military leaving my mum on her own, but her faith got her through the tough times. God bless Ron Ethan and your family

[@GM8101PHX]

James, Thank you for serving our great nation to you and your sister!!

[@ReflexXTows]

College already! Holy smokes has it really been this long already i remember when that man right there didnt even have a spec of facial hair! Now hes bigger than me! Had to get that out, now back to the rest of the video!

[@richardcampbell2438]

It is hard, but it is awesome to fledge and start to see the man he is growing into as God intended. Burst with pride and tears all you want. Ya did good pops

[@AWRay1300]

Old Nash “Money Pit” Road… and congratulations to Ethan for making it this far. May you make good decisions for your future, and remember where you came from.

[@ericpac4163]

Enjoy your journey! I went to the college you are going to and you will learn a lot!

[@kcook8119]

You and your dad have built a great foundation for a 3rd generation Midwest Truck and so on. Glad he's taking it to the next level and keep the family success going.

[@candidogarcia9532]

Ron, as you talk about Ethan leaving home, it hit me strong. I know this feeling. My son is currently living in Texas, and I am far in Brazil. I wish the best for your son, and offer my simpaty for you.

[@davidyoung3286]

I think I recognize your location

[@jaquigreenlees]

The money pit! the old Nash Road route.(posted at 1 minute into the video ) one of your earlier videos with Ethan has him using a shovel to get cribbing out of the ditch right where that truck was at the end of this video. Ron, I hope you went after antibiotics for the pneumonia, it really makes it a lot easier to beat. I fought pneumonia for a month without, still took 2 weeks of antibiotics to clear it up.. What is Ethan going to get his college degree in?

[@oregondeanRARE]

We know you have done well as a father. Blessings as you transition with Ethan. Along with the worry, and missing his presence, be sure to take time for a little pride and joy, too!

[@juliebrown422]

Kinda bitter sweet situation, bitter he's leaving to start his own life, but sweet in knowing that you raised a wonderful human being who is strong, ready and more than capable of dealing with whatever life throws his way. Be proud of what you have accomplished and proud of the young man your son has become. Rock on Ron and Ethan you got this!!!

[@chrismcclelland2145]

Good luck in college, Ethan! Pratt’s you have so much to be proud of! God Bless!

[@westerntraveler2835]

Ethan---enjoy your college years while you learn for the future! Hope to see you again involved with the family business too!

[@robertmailhos8159]

Congrats to your son now he is off to college can't recognize the area 🙄🙄??

[@producerk8247]

Son grillin' dad on how he drives! Had a good laugh. At least this job wasn't an event like the last one posted. Stay safe out there... you too Ethan.

[@bennyhill7570]

with regard to where/how your hands are placed on the steering wheel - as long as they are clear of the airbag section of the wheel so as to avoid having your wrist/hands broken if the the airbag goes off.

[@jsmith5641]

I put my hands in the same spot in my car as well

[@ifilmyou7405]

Semis dont have airbags

[@JV-pu8kx]

Don't wrap your thumbs around the wheel, as well, for the same reason.

[@rosscollins2910]

@@ifilmyou7405 Volvo semi trucks have air bags

[@Newberntrains]

i remember watching the videos and seeing him when he was younger hes definitely come a very long way Ron you and your wife did a good job raising him

[@jennifersmith842]

hello john how are you doing

[@Brett33]

It's great that you have this and so many previous video's with your son to look back on to remember your adventure's together.

[@pamd.happykat8187]

Thank you for sharing these moments with your son, Ron. It's always hard when one of the children leaves the nest but it helps to remember you and your wife did the best you could at giving them a good head start. Looks like Ethan will be fine. My prayers for the best for you all.

[@gregtuttle2709]

Well done as always Ron and Ethan. Good luck on your journey to college! God bless

[@JamesTurner-vy2ul]

Good luck in college Ethan! It's always good to have father/son time.

[@jbarvideo12]

Thanks Ron again for the wonderful video. We'll pray for Tator and your family while he is in college.

[@mayablock2354]

You are a great teacher and Ethan is a great student. The two of you are definitely what we need more of in this world.

[@wabitt11]

God bless the Pratt family!!! That was very special, sharing your personal life and memories with so many others. I too was almost cutten onions.

[@timidema6374]

Boy he sure grew up, last time I saw him, he was 15 now he's off to college. Sure going to miss seeing him working with you, may God bless Ethan and watch over him and keep him safe. God bless you and your family and crew 🙏.

[@alhutchison447]

Wow what a proud and exciting year for you; becoming a grandfather and your son is going off to college. Nice to hear he is going to follow in your footsteps.

[@marvindoolin1340]

It was almost forty years ago, but I clearly remember the emotions I felt as my first left for college. The other two weren't quite as traumatic, but it's hard to give them up. Be proud.

[@franceskoontz7027]

Goodness gracious! I am tearing up myself! It's hard to believe this new chapter is beginning for Ethan heading off to college. God bless the family as you start this journey.

[@68dart]

Awesome , Thanks Ron & Ethan and good luck at college 😀

[@gwaeron8630]

I loved the end time-lapse of the clouds rolling by and the reverse view of the drive back to the shop. Nice!

[@bigboyd9775]

I remember you two being here at this spot. Ethan was SO young! Enjoy college!

[@davidgates1122]

I remember that too. He was about 13 at the time.

[@jerrywright812]

That's what I was thinking. Ethan digging out tandems when he was so young

[@robindowning5560]

Ethan was 13 on that job and the trucker couldn't t get over how hard he worked! Said he was going home and beat his lazy kids, if I remember right. May God be with you, Ethan.

[@michaeljenner5628]

Good luck Ethan in your college. A new adventure begins in your life . God bless.

[@larrylent4663]

You guys should be proud of the young man you have raised. Good luck and God bless Ethan in his next chapter.

[@alhehn2101]

Good luck Ethan !! Great to see father and son working together, I have fond memories of my own !

[@doughamm5590]

Good luck at college Ethan. God bless you on whatever endeavor you choose to follow

[@GFields-DigitalPhotoCreations]

I can so relate to this! Good luck Ethan and God bless you while you're away

[@mokiemona1962able]

I am absolutely crying right now. God will watch over this young man and all your family.

[@MrDevilspirits]

thanks for the video Ron ,god bless you and all the best for Ethan .

[@jeffbailey7765]

Good job Ron and Ethan. Ethan have fun on the start to your future endeavors.

[@dragonwolf0610]

wish you the best of luck Ethan on your endeavors in college, may God bless you and protect you. And the same to you Ron and your family on this adventure and battles you're having with health

[@scottposey3419]

Good luck Ethan, God Bless ALL of ya'll.

[@EddieTruckingAdventures]

All the best Ethan!!! We will miss you! Hope you have a blast at College! Take care

[@bethfrench9064]

What a great moment for you and Ethan. God bless and taken care of yourselves!

[@Samanthareneeheart10]

Good job Ethan! Best of luck college. I'm here to tell you its a whole other world from High School, so good luck & see you this winter. Ron I'm glad your getting better This was the perfect job to send Ethan off on a nice easy call. God bless you all.

[@marycarricaburu3683]

My babies are 55 an 57. The 57 year old is a retired Fire Crew Captain. You never get through worrying about them. Sounds like Ethan has his goals well thought out. Congratulations Ethan.

[@timbowhite3215]

Good Morning Mr Ron Pratt Sir & God Bless You & I Am Still Praying For All

[@barrishautomotive]

Congratulations Ron and Ethan. You should both be proud.

[@tinychetty3067]

Ron u are an absolute gentleman, your son is so fortunate to have a dad who is a teacher and a hands on individual, hope your son learns all the tricks and finer points of your business, I hope one day when he is operating your business he addresses you like the way you address or communicate with your Dad.

[@adrianowen2132]

Good luck Ethan . All the best at College get well soon RON

[@travisstonehouse4932]

You are a great teacher on your trade. And is great to see you passing it on to your son. 👍I'm so blessed that my dad passed on construction to me over 30 years+ now. You are a great man Ron. Awesome videos always. Thank you. 👍🙂

[@elizabethadams5699]

Good job. Have fun and good luck at school. God bless you, keep you safe and watch over you Ethan!

[@hestarellas]

Congrats to your son! Good luck Ethan! Make your parents more proud creating your future.

[@peskykrogan6145]

Good luck Ethan at the next leg in your life at college, I know your family and friends will miss you being around and so will all of us on here be safe and drive headlong into the rest of your life godspeed bro.

[@julieerwin9624]

That was so awesome. The end made me cry. Good luck Ethan. God bless you and your parents. Looking forward to more videos. Sending my love to you all. Please be safe. You got this Ethan.