Taking a short break to reset and analyze my channel 

Taking a short break to reset myself  and to re-analyze my channel to make it better. I think I got into a rut, and got into some depression. Just gonna figure out a way to do things better and I should be back in a couple weeks.
Hi, my name is John and I’m 69 years old  live full-time in a Jeep Cherokee XJ for over 4 1/2 years now just living the dream .

[@mikehauck5832]

I have been following you for years. John, you're worth the wait. Merry Christmas!! 🍻🎄😎

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

I know you’ve been following me for years and thank you for that. Hopefully before Christmas I’ll have another video up.

[@dennisradtke8939]

Hello John, take your break, you deserve it. Your videos are very inspirational to me, and they make may day. You show me things I have never seen, and hope to one day.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

So happy I can inspire you. I’m glad you like my adventures and there’s more to come.

[@cenvalleysteel]

We're pullin' for ya' Bud. Please 🙏 don't go away on us. 🇺🇸🦅🌴🌴🌴

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Don’t worry I’m not going anywhere just needed a short break and I’m gonna come back a lot stronger

[@ronlee2606]

I'm pretty new to your channel and really like it. I'll catch up on your other videos and be back for more when you're ready.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Well welcome aboard my channel and I’m glad you’re enjoying it. I will be back pretty soon.

[@Kchernikl321]

We started watching your videos long ago and were attracted to them because of fly fishing. Always appreciated that you gave the names of the rivers you were fishing. So many fly fishing videos don’t do that. You’ve made wonderful strides in the quality of your videos. You can be very proud of them. It is such a wonderful chronicle of your journeys. When I feel down, I often look back at pictures of where we’ve been and it seems to help me be grateful for all that beauty and peace that nature has given us. Thank you for sharing your journey in such an authentic way. I hope this down time will be lifted soon. Take good care. Karen

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thank you so much with your kind words. Karen, you warm my heart today. The downtime helped a lot and I’m working on a new video right now.

[@doubledforge]

Enjoy your videos. Us old farts deserve a break from time to time, enjoy yours. Looking forward to the tour of your Jeep. Take care and we'll be here when you're ready!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Yep, us old timers Need a break every once in a while. I am definitely going to put a lot of work into the video of all the stuff in my jeep and how I live.

[@chazzie5418]

John most of us need to take a break every now and again just to screw our heads back on straight. As some others have said, we enjoy your videos. They always brighten my day.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks man it’s nice to know I can make peoples day brighter. Just a small break to chill out can make a big difference.

[@stever6105]

I have always enjoyed your videos. When my kids are out of the nest I plan on camping like you! Fishing too! Hang in there and just know so many of us are inspired by your videos.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

I’m glad you are enjoying the videos. It is heartwarming how many people I do inspire.

[@robertscranton8293]

Sending good vibes your way.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

It’s all good just a short break and I’ll be back stronger.

[@jimmcknight2872]

You have been an inspiration to me and many other viewers for your courageous decision to change your life style. I hope you work through this and come back strong. Remember, it’s not the number of viewers but the quality of us old timers watching. We’ll be here when you come back

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

I’m just taking a short break and I will definitely be back stronger.

[@timhickey7318]

Thanks for the update John. Been following you since your hikes at Harriman and the start of your channel. Who inspired me with all those hikes And you're fishing. What you're doing on your channel special and it's always great to hear from you. Thank you.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thank you and thank you for hanging out with me for so long. It means a lot to me. I do miss Hiking in Herriman. I will be putting out another video in a couple weeks.

[@keithbronson9777]

Hang in there John. I onced dropped a beer and it took months to recover. Maybe a fly tying video would be nice. showing all the equipment needed and what you've found works for you. Jeep video will be good, I remember when you had it rebuilt.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

I have been saving that beer for quite a while. I was saving it for a special occasion and open it at the end of one of my videos. I was pretty upset. I have been thinking about doing some fly time videos.

[@gp4708]

Your plan sounds awesome. Not sure about"better" as I have loved all of the content you've shared over the years. Really❤. Keep the faith! A fan in Oregon

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks I appreciate that. I feel like I’m in a rut how I make my videos now and I need to do something different.

[@stevezeppieri]

According to other KZbinrs, they say KZbin wants more “Shorts” pushed out. Those 60 second Shorts. That keeps the algorithm relevant. Just an idea. We’ll all always be here for you John. You’ll figure this whole thing out and be rocking and rolling in no time. Best of luck to you my friend. And chin up!!! 🍻🍻

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Hey Steve, I was thinking about the shorts, but they are just not my thing. I will be back pretty soon. Just need a short break to rethink how I wanna do by KZbin channel to make it more interesting.

[@stevezeppieri]

@@overthehillandoverthemount2925 I totally understand. I was just thinking of things to help with your algorithm because I know KZbin does like Content creators to push those shorts. And you have so much knowledge to offer I don’t think you’ll ever run out of ideas for shorts. But we’ll be here waiting for you buddy. Take your time and best of luck.

[@stevezeppieri]

I personally love the longer videos because we can never get enough John in our lives lol but maybe splitting videos in half to push out double the amount might also help with the algorithm. OK I’m done lol. Talk to you soon buddy

[@richardspurlocck5165]

Looking forward to your return!!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks should be back in a couple weeks

[@mayerkur1]

Man I missed you last time. You’re channel is one of my favorites. I hear you on the depression though. Hope you get feeling better soon!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks I’m so happy to hear this is your favorite channel. The depression thing sucks, but sometimes you just gotta let it run its course. I should be up and running in a couple weeks with a new video.

[@TimmyCramer]

Looks like you're in Arizona possibly. If you need anything at all reach out anytime! Timmy C Arizona

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Hey Timmy, I’m pretty good just need a short break to figure how I’m going to do things differently

[@GTNLOST]

You do whatever you need to do. Looking forward to seeing what you have to share with appreciation and gratitude!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

It’s a short break just to reset, and to figure out what I want to do next. Hopefully, my next videos will be more interesting.

[@pambabbitt1894]

Hey John, please take good care of yourself my friend. I sure do applaud your authenticity. And just so you know now you’ve got me trying to enjoy my morning coffee just the way you do. I never do hear the music though. 🤔

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks, Pam, just give it time and you’ll hear the music.

[@sippingrises7669]

Enjoying your journey. Thanks for continuing to share. Hang in there 🙏

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks I’m glad you’re enjoying my travels. I’ll be back pretty soon.

[@troyallen5806]

Love your channel. Take care of yourself and do what you need to do.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

It is just a quick break and a reset and I’ll be back stronger.

[@cargotrailerkenny4481]

Unlike milk, it's okay to cry over spilled beer. Hang in there John!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

My poor beer. it was very dramatic.

[@edkwityn4318]

John, loved your channel since your Catskills days!!! We even ran into each other at REI! Can't wait to see what's next!🙌⛰️🙌⛰️🙌

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

I do remember meeting you in REI in New Jersey. Thank you so much for hanging out with me for so long. I will be back in a couple weeks.

[@edkwityn4318]

Can't wait John!!!! Dig the jeep and all of your adventures!

[@rippatoe50]

God Bless you John. Remember everybody has problems. Try not to let yours consume you. Focus on the positive and you will do as good as any of us.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

It’s been something I have been dealing with my whole life and I know it just has to run this course. Losing that bottle of beer didn’t help. Lol I always work through it and hopefully I will have a video up in a couple weeks.

[@Peviputguy8]

Your videos are very inspiring for me

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks man I did not know how much my videos inspire people. It warms my heart.

[@MajorWeakness]

We r all cheering for you! EVERYONE reading this shoud go back and watch at least 2 of your old videos to help you out! I will do that now!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks I appreciate that. I will be back pretty soon.

[@paulhoffman5054]

You have been a great inspiration to us. Your videos rock! Whatever you share on your channel about mental health ect, we will understand and continue to support your channel. Hell I have adhd, chronic anxiety with occasional panic, and who knows what else. You're not not alone big brother

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Hey Paul i’m so happy I can inspire people. Yep a lot of this I dealt with my whole life and sometimes you just gotta let it run its course. How we be back in a couple weeks.

[@paulhoffman5054]

@overthehillandoverthemount2925 Thank John. Yes, we all have our own issues we're dealing with. People who seem to have perfect lives and families have their problems, but don't see them. I llook forward to watching your next video. Take care and be kind to yourself.

[@glennherbst5470]

Will miss you until you come back with more adventures. More fishing might help. Find a spot where winter is not so bad and fish on. Doesn’t have to be trout. Last year recovering from shoulder surgery I pulled out an old spinning rod and plunked worms under a bobber. Had a blast and helped me get through rehab. Stay safe friend….

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

I’m doing OK and I’ll be back very shortly. I’m in the desert of Arizona right now and there definitely no trout fishing here.

[@LiterallyOverTheHillAdventures]

I, for one, enjoy your videos and worry every time it goes awhile without one being posted. I enjoy both your overlanding aspects and the fly fishing, both of which are hobbies of mine. Hope you get back to making videos soon.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks it means a lot to me that you enjoy my videos. I should have another video out in a couple weeks. I wish I could put out a Fly Fishing video, but being in the desert in Arizona that’s not gonna happen. 😞. Lol

[@Far-Beyond-Ordinary]

I love your videos! I also am autistic. It is very frustrating trying to make money on here. I have been very successful and then "you know who" makes changes and whamo the $ all disappears.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Yes, it can be very frustrating but I’m not giving up. Just gotta change things around a little see what happens

[@Far-Beyond-Ordinary]

@@overthehillandoverthemount2925 All the best to you! If you can figure out KZbin like all the amazing things you built in your working days it should be no problem for you.

[@kudraadk]

John go ahead and take a break to get yourself back to where you want to be. I'll wait for your return. I have enjoyed your videos from the beginning. Hopefully your channel takes off so it can make you some cash. I also wish out was out there to shake your hand and lift your spirits. Maybe next year I'll be in my van and out in the desert with you.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thank you for sticking around with my channel for so long I very much appreciate that. I will be back in a couple weeks.

[@jimgollach6202]

One good thing about retirement is, you do what you want. Go ahead and take a nice break, I'll be watching for your return. I enjoy watching your channel.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

You are absolutely right I am retired and I can do whatever I want to do. Living full time in a little Jeep Cherokee gives me the freedom to do whatever I want to do and to go anywhere I want and just live the dream. I’ll be back in a couple weeks.

[@jaycreature3893]

BEER BREAKING MAKES ME SAD! You got this John !

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

I’ve been saving that beer for a while and in one second it was gone. What a bummer. I still got two bottles of good Russian imperial stouts. I will have to open one of those up in my next video. I see you’re kicking ass up in the Catskills.

[@fishflorida7605]

Keep on trucking bud.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Yep, that is the plan. Well I made it to 69 years old now the fun begins.

[@tigersteamer]

John my friend, you take a well deserved break. And don't feel you have to improve anything your videos are awesome. Every morning I shall raise my cup of coffee to the sky in tribute to you. You're a good dude brother you will find the peace you seek. But do hurry back🤘🙂

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Yep we all need a break every once in a while. Let me know when you put that cup of coffee up to the sky and you start hearing music. Lol i’ll be back in a couple weeks.

[@dlansburg2673]

Best of luck,we will stay tuned

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thank you so much and hopefully I’ll be back in a couple weeks making better videos.

[@acp4237]

Big John stay strong my friend. Hope to see you come back stronger than ever in your next video. Stay safe Johnny boy

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Hey Alex, I’m always staying strong. In a couple weeks, it will be all new new and improved channel.

[@williamgunn1076]

Recharge. I'm looking forward to your return and will miss you during the break. BTW, your vids have improve a lot lately. Best, Bill

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks, Bill yep it is a recharge a reset and a short break. I’ll be back in a couple weeks.

[@warcack6]

Hope to see you back soon. Love this stuff.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks and I definitely will be back soon

[@debrabain7564]

Take care John. Looking forward to your new videos. I’ll be in Quartzsite most of the winter. Hope to see you. I’m so behind on videos. You know it is when you have things going on. But we do appreciate your efforts to share your travels and experiences with us. 💕

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

What site is starting to get crowded? Hopefully I will see you soon.

[@debrabain7564]

@@overthehillandoverthemount2925 not sure. I’ve been in California for two weeks. I will probably be back on Friday. I’ll have to look around.

[@00deek]

Keep at it ! I enjoy your vids , hope your break helps center you and that you come back can’t wait for the walk around in the Cherokee , star link that’s a nice up grade for sure ! Cheers!!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

This is just a short break and I will be back a lot stronger. Going to work hard on the video about how I live in my jeep.

[@monette44]

You take care of yourself first, we'll be here when you decide to come back, cheers!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Sometimes we all got to step back and chill out for a little bit before we start moving forward again

[@funcle_kevin]

I've been watching since your days in the Catskills and always look forward to seeing a new video pop up. I go through it, too and completely understand the feeling. Just like last time, I'll be patiently awaiting your return.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Well, thank you for hanging around with me for so long. I do miss the Catskill mountains. Sometimes you just gotta ride it out but I’ll be back in a couple weeks.

[@funcle_kevin]

@@overthehillandoverthemount2925 And I'm sure the Catskills miss you, too. Taking some time off should help recalibrate things a bit. Relax and enjoy your time away from the camera -- maybe get a nice hike in!

[@traveladventure7745]

Greetings from California. Nice Vlog and good luck. May be you are working too hard. 🙏❤🙏

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

It just seems my channel is in a rut, so I just taking a break to see what I can do different with the channel

[@bryanbyrd9478]

Already looking forward to your return.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks can’t wait to get my next video up

[@jw5188]

Take care of yourself

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks I will and I always do. Will be back very soon.

[@louisflanigan5528]

I enjoy your videos. I'm retired too and spend a month each fall in the rockies. I find you down to earth and like the fact that you're doing it on your own and not hiring guides. Take care, I await your return.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

I’m so happy you are enjoying my videos. I am always doing it on my own. I don’t like guides because I think it’s cheating. I don’t need somebody telling me where to fish, and giving me their fly rod and having to fish either their flies. The reason I fly fish is to figure all this out myself. Hopefully I can get some good Fly Fishing videos in again when I start heading back up north.

[@tomknoll2919]

❤

[@northernmichiganxjsoverlan3326]

Hope your break helps you figure out your no route on KZbin. See you soon!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

The break is definitely helping. Should be up and running in a couple weeks with new ideas and more adventure.

[@12ppoundtest]

Well shoot. I’ll miss your videos. Take care of yourself John and we’ll look forward to your return!

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks man I should be up and running with a new video in a couple weeks. Just needed a short break to reset.

[@Kad3nSJ]

I’ll always keep watching you, JOHN! Looking forward to that speedo shower

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks for hanging around watching my videos. It is deeply appreciated. Starting to get nervous on the amount of people that want me to do the shower thing with the speedo. Lol

[@Kad3nSJ]

@@overthehillandoverthemount2925 LOL😂😂,,,ya got a kinky ass bunch of followers John😂

[@nonewherelistens1906]

Be well, John.

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Thanks man and I will. Well I made it to 69 years old so I must be doing something good.

[@robinblackwell9909]

ive watched your videos for years and i hope you still upload

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

I am so glad you are enjoying my videos. I should have a new video up in a couple weeks.

[@Polarcutter]

Taker slow and easy 🤙🏽

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

Yep I always take it slow and easy because I’m retired. Lol