Ten Years with Mal • 3.8.18

[@clockworkclementine4136]

I am living for this trend of "KZbin men being very in love with their wife"

[@AmiiboDoctor]

ProJared much?

[@jasperclaue1086]

Ned from the try guys

[@lulubellpop13]

who isnt tho

[@jaydeng.9506]

@@jasperclaue1086 aged like milk

[@bjam89]

@@AmiiboDoctor was this before or or after things came out about him?

[@zgamer200]

21:10 - "My girlfriend, and eventually fiance, just lived in this box in my room" Oh Stephen, you charmer, you.

[@lukeontheplains]

Stephen, realize that by you and Mal placing your lives for the world to see, you two both have become role models for multiple people in relationships. You two have provided an excellent example of what two people doing life together looks like, and whether you know it or not, you are being watched. And people are learning. Congratulations on ten years, Stephen and Mallory. Here’s to countless more.

[@CaptainCJ97]

Facts

[@KusanagiStudios101]

Met in 2008 and married for 10 years. Well. Thats some damn good love.

[@stormyandsnowy]

I would ABSOLUTELY LOVE hearing an extended take of this from Mal. I know it's a difficult thing to talk about, but I would enjoy hearing it still!

[@CRABxBOILER]

"My greatest wish is for everyone to find something in life that gives them the same level of happiness that Mallory gives me." That drove me to tears, man.

[@YooShark_]

This is the most wholesome video ever Stephen. You and Mal's relationship is the cutest

[@Kinnakeeter]

I almost cried. At least I am being honest

[@luminoso8659]

"Kids would stomp on pencil sharpeners to get the razors out, to cut eachother" ...Woah...woah. My heart stopped for a second hearing this. No wonder Mal had to resign. School really has changed from 98 when I went.

[@jamgrieve]

I thought she resigned from teaching high school, not elementary?

[@silverkyre]

@@jamgrieve she taught elementary in Columbia and then they moved back to Myrtle Beach she taught somewhere else. I think that was Highschool

[@BigFearedBalloon]

Yeah... I always wonder how kids act these days. and I would probably never know.

[@malachymustajabrampangilei4266]

We’re just on our phones 24/7 or playing sports. Nothing Special. No one tried to get razors and kill each other

[@maxoman8888]

I was still in elementary when she tought it I believe and NOBODY EVER did something as crazy as that like holy shit. I think the kids that mal delt with where a rare batch of psychopaths all bunched into one room bc kids don't just take out goddamn razor blades and cut each other with them

[@NessKeyi]

Stephen, I went through a similar thing that you went through in high school except I'm in college. I'm going through the similar heartbreak rejection that you went through. And until you mentioned it, I didn't realize that I put up emotional barriers to protect myself from getting hurt again. This vlog helped me realize that I'm going to get through it, and thank you for helping me realize that. Also, this vlog was incredibly heartwarming.

[@Connor-yu7uo]

NessKeybladeHD I’m going through a heartbreak right now that’s very confusing. It sucks dick

[@CynicalSerperior]

It’ll be their 15 year anniversary this upcoming March, and for that vlog, it’d be neat to hear Mal’s perspective on what was mentioned in this.

[@a65232]

Yes, sir. Communication, communication, communication. My wife and I have been married for almost 10 years. We've known each other for 13 years. Stephen is dead on: When one person closes their mouth, everything starts to break down. No one knows exactly how you're feeling, until you say it. No one knows why you feel that way, until you explain it. Talk. About. Everything. Even if you think the other person already knows. Congratulations on 10 years of knowing the woman of your dreams! Next goal: 10 years of marriage. Let's make like an Extra Life and hit that goal... then smash through it!

[@robinthedeliveryboy.8304]

I'm glad you two were very lucky to find one another, you overcoming your pain and move forth to live with the person you love the most, hope many years ahead of you guys, even beyond the almost 6 years that already pass.

[@tdsm99]

20 seconds in and im already crying thanks stephen

[@zgamer200]

Love is a pure thing.

[@AaronTheBlackDragon]

Your story made me tear up. The love that you and Mal share for each other is something really amazing and it inspires a lot of people (me included). This was a beautiful vlog and such a nice story to listen to and I am thankfull to be part of your comunity to share these emotions with you.

[@crimsongamer2337]

This reminds me of myself and my wife, we both met on GaiaOnline back in 2010 and have been happily married for 9 years. We were both in a roleplay forum (written roleplaying was a big thing back then), until we started talking on Skype. We were also in college at the time, in different cities so we couldn't see each other at first. When we were finished with college in 2012, I finally picked up the courage to meet her in person. It was the best day of my life, besides our wedding time and the birth of our kids. Now I can't live without her.

[@kaystar7741]

“I have so much to say but all I can hear is link an pikachu” is one of my favorites video, purely for the genuine love that you share with Mal and how much that means to you. Now to see that but even bigger and more passionate is touching and heartwarming and precious. I had an online crush...and it didn’t work out. He was in love with another online person. Had another crush just recently...stopped texting me after sharing my feeling and it was disheartening. And while I’m still hesitant bout finding love and being truly honest with people, people like you and Mal inspire me to keep going, knowing it’s there no matter what form or Who it is or whatever it is. I know everyone has said thank you for your story and I will add myself to that group; thank you Stephen and Mallory! Keep being awesome and stay safe ❤️

[@SerenaRosetail]

Sorry to hear that happened to u. I myself had an online relationship in high school and we were together a full year but he said he couldn't deal with the distance and ended it...I was devastated and just confided in my best friend at the time (now fiancé) and he just rly helped me get through it. He was with someone else at the time too but as we got closer, the girl he was with realized what was happening between us and as respectfully as she could, let him go so we could be together. I honestly don't know where I would be without him now and I am grateful to his ex for letting him go so that I can be wjth him. If I could meet her now, I would definitely thank her in person. But my fiancé means the world to me and I don't know what I would do without him in my life.

[@FlashtheFirefox]

I’ve heard parts of the story of how you and Mal met before because of taking the journey but it’s always nice to listen to you talk about it. You Mal are so sweet together and seeing you interact with one another is always sweet. Thank you for sharing this story with us.

[@outbackraider]

As a viewer, all I can say is good on you mate, this truely is an uplifting story about true/genuine love and I thank you for not only sharing that, but also help other learn from it. I’m sorta in a similar situation with all that, the difference being that I can get to see my girlfriend as she’s roughly a 30 minute drive from my place. And even with her current job and the hours she does (works at a bakery, start times are like 12am or 2am, yeah shit hours aye), we’re making it work and I can honestly say that I Love Her (yes I have already told her that, and she responded the same way). So again Thank you Stephen for sharing your story and all the best for the next 10 Years with Mal. P.s Hope you guys enjoyed Japan, lucky bastards

[@Almighticam]

Hands down u are my favorite KZbinr I have been a fan for years now u inspired me to pursue KZbin and your channel help me get threw a dark time in my life I got threw it by watching your vlogs and let's play and I love u and Mal congratulations on 10 years.

[@SG-do2dk]

FUKIN JABRONI

[@jamgrieve]

I was about to say "I wish I cared about anything as much as Stephen cares about Mal.", but then I realized what's been holding me back all these years is my crippling anxiety.

[@cinderdog]

Why did I watch in at college? ;w; I love the pure love that Stephen as for Mal. And all I want is to find someone like that. Thank you two for being massive role models.

[@jacobs.9661]

I hope one day I can find someone to share this sort of relationship with. Congrats on 10 years. Or like 12 or so at the time this comment was posted.

[@TsunamiKitten56]

I'm actually crying. You two are so cute and have one of the best relationships I've ever seen online and offline. ❤️ Here's to many more wonderful years together! edit: I will never get tired of this story

[@allisonmiranda10]

My boyfriend and I have been dating for about 9 months and I'm meeting him for the first time Friday. I've been rewatching the vlogs where you visit each other.. The day you guys were finally together for good, ah just makes me so happy for my trip. I'm so nervous and equally excited omg...

[@ATTJ7628]

I really like that Stephen had a big smile on his face this whole video.

[@Arion661]

It's incredibly crazy that Stephen mentions Brawl nearly coming out. Because I remember getting a Wii and then getting Brawl. While I was doing that back then, Stephen was beginning to date Mal. Like. Their relationship feels so close because it developed within the time I was growing up and learning the web

[@jcjx]

You're such an amazing person Stephen, and Mal too. Just when I thought there's you've outdone yourself the last time you shared something so heartwarming, so genuine.. You outdo yourself again. Thank you Stephen for sharing your amazing journey with us! And thank you Mal, for appearing in Stephen's life, and changed everything forever. You both are so blessed to have each other, and I sincerely wish the two of you everlasting happiness and blissfulness. Congratulations on the 10th year (well now it's already more than 11 years!) anniversary, and to forever more. May you both be always happy, and always this awesome. :'D

[@machodgdon]

When it hits you that it’s been 12 years now 🙏🏻

[@PrincessMuffinArt]

I met my boyfriend online as well, and we are currently going strong for 7 years. You two were the ones that gave me hope and were a perfect example of LDR relationships that can work. Congrats for 10 years. :)

[@TheLetsPlayBaseballCurse]

Pause at 17:17. Everything about this is amazing.

[@operageek65]

This is my favorite comment section on KZbin. It's so lovely seeing the impact Stephen and Mallory have on us, the stories and feelings people are sharing so openly. I love Stephen and Mal, and I love this community.

[@KodyPupper]

I've always loved hearing you talk about your experiences with Mal. You inspire me to become a better person for my girlfriend.

[@lhms1704]

I'm crying... I fricking love your relationship and I’m happy that every year your love towards each other keeps on getting stronger and stronger every day, week, month and year 🙂 You two deserve each other. You truly are soulmates.

[@bedroombunny9529]

Here's to many more years with the most wholesome couple on KZbin!

[@tyriquesmith8850]

17:20 "It was fine"

[@presentlythepresentmoment6604]

I know I'm late, but this video appeared in my recommended and I really wanted to comment. You guys are so inspirational. I remember Fobbies are Borange and I was in the IRC with you guys nearly every time. Those are very fond memories of mine. I wish I could have joined the convention back in the day. I LOVE your story and it is a privilege to get to watch your vlogs. 🥰

[@shadowofchaos725]

16:00 The three months between seeing each other in person and confessing to them that you like them... And being so worried about the long distance relationship after you see each other for that week... As a person about to get married in 18 days that went through this as well... I really just love how sometimes you just gotta take that risk. And sometimes it changes your life entirely. Both of you have been relationship goals for us. Thank you for your sharing your inspiring experiences. If anything you showing your love for your wife just makes me appreciate my future one in 18 days that much more.

[@vektris4160]

This made me cry 😭 ❤️

[@lulubellpop13]

Dear stephen and mal, Thank you. Thank you for being the example of good love healthy love that I don't have at home. You and Mal show me what I should look for in a partner and it comes along right when I need it. Thank you for reminding me that I deserve far more than I'm giving myself. I needed this advice I needed to hear these things. I love seeing you and make relationship every stream every video. Thank you for being an amazing influence. Sincerely, Eli Dyes

[@sonoci]

This is bar none the sweetest video I've ever seen. You two are so very sweet and deserve all the support that you get :)

[@ponsey8526]

I know I'm like way way wayyyyyyyy late to this but I'm watching this as I message my gf who lives nearly 3000 miles across the US from me. We met up recently and when we said goodbye with no idea when we're gonna see each other again it was hard. Really hard. But knowing your experience, and knowing it for a while makes me feel like things are gonna work out with her. It's hard, but we'll find a way. So thank you Stephen.

[@hopeless1093]

Very Heartwarming video made wanna me cry bro

[@FruitSnackMatt]

I never get tired of hearing this story. Love you and Mal as a couple, and I'm hopeful that I'll be able to build a relationship as strong as yours some day.

[@anthonybell5666]

That link and Pikachu line is a vlog title. The vlog is crazy lol

[@KadeKalka]

Thank you so much for doing this, Stephen.

[@jelliedroid]

Could not stop tearing up while watching this video :') Your relationship with Mal is just so wonderful and heartwarming.

[@dstinnettmusic]

I love the story at the beginning. That’s such a “we met in the 2000s story”

[@rachieturtle]

(I'm late to this blog, but I still feel like I need to leave a comment) I love hearing your story with Mal

[@afriendlynobody2171]

Stephen, you're an interesting individual. Your love for Mal comes through to an extent I have never seen in anyone else I have known. It is inspiring and makes me want to work hard for the individual in my life a thousand times over. Thank you for inspiring me.

[@legodawg2001]

My story is extremely similar. I'm not gonna go any deeper, but thank you Stephen. I never realized that someone's story could be so similar.

[@legodawg2001]

I haven't visited her yet, since we're both in High School, but as soon as I get to college I'm gonna visit her. We chat all the time on Discord, in both Messages and calls, and its been incredible

[@botchedspiny477]

I have that exact same shirt... P..S - Congrats on your 10 years strong dude,. If I can get anything even comparable to your marriage in the future, I will be the luckiest guy in the universe.

[@Pieboe]

This month I met up with my long distance girlfriend for the first time after online dating for 2.5 years. She stayed over for an entire month. She is from California and I am from the Netherlands, the time difference is very steep, but we never lost sight and kept communicating. Safe to say it was the best month of my life. Wr just said goodbye, and we will be meeting again in December. Thank you Stephen, your story encourages me. I know it won't be easy, but we are convinced we can make it work until we don't have to have goodbyes anymore. :)

[@jasperclaue1086]

Thank you Stephen and mal for teaching me love exists. That there is hope for young couples and that we can be in love at a young age. I was so lucky to be blessed with a healthy relationship as a teenager where we are mature and actually can talk about anything . We started dating beacause my best friend decide to text him that I liked him. Which was true at the time and still is true. Before I could say that it was my best friend he say the same thing and we started dating. We have been dating for two years. We have seen each other at our worst, me when my best friend and cousin almost died by suicide him when his uncle who he was close to died from cancer. I never feel threatened in anyway he always asks even to give me a hug. He makes me so happy and I honestly feel as if I would not still be here if it was not for him. He gives me motivation and gives me reason to stay alive. You and mal are the example of love that teaches me what it is and how it isn't all positive and that it is the most amazing thing in the world.

[@xperiment1047]

This is late but ... this is the purest message I have seen on KZbin from a man so deeply in love with his woman. May God bless yall in ways you've never seen before.

[@Kelly.8]

17:15 That's the look of someone in love. Congrats on over 11 years of companionship and love, Stephen and Mal. On the vlog, you guys make marriage seem so easy, but there truly is a lot of work that is put in to maintain a stable relationship, isn't there? Thank you for sharing your beautiful story, through all the ups and downs of life; I hope to have someone to share a love that is just like yours.

[@someonesomewherenew6628]

Staying with you for this time as a viewer makes me believe that our time as a community has made a significant impact on all of us and you keep making videos for us to enjoy and for to be greatfull for and I hope you remain one of the best youtubers out there

[@Mex_Luigi]

I honestly hope to be in the same position in ten years myself, it's a life goal

[@Joeylinkmaster]

This made me tear up. I just recently celebrated 6 years of dating with my wife, and like you guys we were apart at first (although it was only an hour compared to you guys being in separate states, but due to me working third shift we still didn’t see each other often). 100% agree that it’s extremely difficult, but completely worth it. I found a woman that is perfect for me, just like you have, and I hope the two of you have many more special years together. This may have been one of my favorite vlogs from you yet

[@GameUnCrafter]

I've heard the story many times, but everytime I love it. It makes me think of my relationship. We just got married last month, but wow, dating her and being g with her has been the greatest time in my life. Also, I met my wife online too 😁

[@bsgames5076]

Hello to you two wonderful people. I just sat on the couch with my fiancee and watched this whole video where I not once, not twice, but three times got teary-eyed and nearly started crying. Needless to say by the end I cried but that's fine hahaha. She and I also met online, through a Discord server for people participating in NaNoWriMo, and we talked mostly through there but also here on KZbin. I have a different channel where I talk about books and she runs one as well, so we started watching each other's videos and talking about our writing projects that November. Slowly we moved from talking in the big server to a smaller server with a lot fewer people, sounds kind of familiar huh, and eventually one on one. We connected over just about everything and soon started to develop feelings for one another. At the time she lived in Brazil and me here in the States. The following March we were able to meet up for the very first time in New York and I swear my heart was in my throat the entire weekend. She recently got me a poster from Mal's store and had four reasons for doing so. First being that the poster just looks absolutely amazing. The second was because I adore Skyrim and that's what the poster depicts. The third was because she wanted to show support for my second KZbin channel where I post Let's Play content. Fourth and most importantly, was because it was made by Mal, and it's your guys' story that convinced her before we even decided to try long distance that long distance could work. So in a sense, she found the fortitude to give it a shot because you two have done such an amazing job of making things work. We've been together for 13 months now and are currently planning our wedding for later this year. She is the most incredible person I've ever met, my best friend and the person I can talk to about any and everything. Thank you for sharing your perspective on the last decade, I'm sure you believe me when I say I can relate hahaha. Here's to many more decades of infinite happiness for you and Mal.

[@modernjoe2]

Stephen, I want to thank you. You and Mal have been role models for me. If it weren’t for watching your channels I would’ve never really thought that long distance relationships could work (my grandparents had one but I never thought about that and realized it until the other day.) Now I found myself in one, not to the same distance you all have but still far considering I don’t trust my truck to drive that long. It’s rough for sure but love isn’t easy. So thank you for all that you guys do and showing me that love can conquer any distance

[@radiodread]

Whew, I knew this was going to be an emotional video before I started watching, but nothing could've prepared me for the fact that I was going to shed tears while watching it. Thank you so much for making this video. I know it's over a year old by now, but still. Your stories and advice, not to mention the history you two have, helped keep me motivated in my own long distance relationship. Though it didn't work out in the end, I still learnt a lot from the years we spent together. And I can truthfully say I got some of the knowledge and motivation from you two. Sometimes my belief in love wanes because of things that happen in life for various reasons. But then you and Mal come in to reinforce it in some way, either with a video like this or in some other way. You are a huge inspiration, and I hope you'll never forget that. Thank you, and happy 11 years + a little more. ❤️

[@NeonKirbs]

I already knew the story from previous vlogs but this makes me hopeful. I always knew where my life would take me: go to college, find love, graduate, get married, get a great job, love my life. But now my life has taken me places I never expected, I had to quit school and now I work as a waitress standing at a crossroads waiting for my life to get better. I’ve been so discouraged, but if you found happiness somewhere as obscure as a fan website for a game, I don’t need to worry.

[@doug8776]

Excuse my language but I fucking love you guys helped me out through some super tough times growing up nothing but love for all of y’all. I know I’ve been a quiet fan but I want y’all to know wish y’all nothing but love and successs y’all are an inspiration and positive outlet to everyone who watches. God bless and have a good night.

[@maggiemcgonnell6754]

I love the way Stephen talks about Mal and their relationship. They're love for each other is so pure.

[@LunaRayArclight]

This is such a sweet video and I’m happy you guys have been together for so long! I wish you two many more happy decades and beyond! I’ve been aware of StephenVlog/StephenPlays since way before Stephen and Mallory got married... and even before I actually got a Google/KZbin account. I remember when you guys started playing Minecraft together! So good! One of the reasons I made an account for KZbin was to be able to actually subscribe, like and comment on the videos of my favorite KZbinrs... including you guys!

[@tss3393]

Dude, this is so damn heartwarming! It's like on the level of hearing about how your parents got together!

[@BenSveen]

I never commented on KZbin before, but I feel like I have to now. This is such an encouragement. It’s easy to give up hope after having bad relationships, but hearing your story again is so touching. Thanks for all the years of entertaining and encouraging content. It has helped me and many others, I’m sure!

[@QuackTeamJames]

The fact it was late doesn't at all downplay your two's relationship. Keep being amazing. Keep being role models for every one of your fans. One of the reasons I feel I've continued and continue to watch you're two's content is because you're great role models and great people. I love that you don't play a ridiculous character. The vlog is about you, Stephen and Mallory, and you are fantastic people.

[@deathnote460]

this is such a sweet story. Its better then what i'm going through right now. I love hearing this story because it does give me some hope in the future.

[@AssortedAmazingness]

I am so happy for you, but also so envious. Never have I seen someone so clearly, for lack of better words, "soul mates" with their spouse, while ALSO doing the thing they were made to do with their life. You and Mal inspire me, Stephen. You inspire me to never settle, whether it's for a person or a career, that makes me any less happy. And you inspire me to keep searching. Thank you for that. Thank you for showing me it's possible.

[@monadomaster9782]

This is a video I needed to see. I was hurt in a similar way last year. I developed feelings for this girl for two months until I finally asked her out, she said yes, and then she broke up with me after four days. This hurt really bad. Now, I have a crush on another girl and I have the same fear of being hurt again, but seeing this video has helped me realize that if I let go of that fear, I may end up in a great relationship. Thanks for this video Stephen.

[@leah5595]

Thank you for sharing this. I met my boyfriend online and this is the happiest I've ever been. We are able to see eachother as we live close but we dont see each other everyday You both are another reason that dating online works ❤

[@PhylloNakamura]

My fiance and I weren't looking for someone when we found each other. I had been in a really bad relationship and he had never had someone(we met through World of Warcraft). He lived in Australia and I lived in North Carolina, he came out to see me in June that year and everything felt right. Fast forward to now we are engaged going through the Visa system together here in Australia! When I made the move to come out here you had just started lping Bioshock 1 and I think I love the Bioshock series so much because it was there for me through the tough move and so were you in a weird way. I think it's why I love this channel so much, I've been watching since around the time Mal joined you for Minecraft on the channel and you've been there for my ups and downs making me laugh with your crazy humor. Late congrats to you both! I'm so happy for both of you!

[@SilverKnightVGM]

The ending was especially beautiful, I'm crying :'3 Good luck to everyone out there finding out that which makes you happy!!

[@daisyxu5863]

Congratulations to 10 years of being together, Stephen and Mal! Your relationship is what I want mine to be like.

[@veroniquemagique]

Awww, this is so sweet ❤️ I know I’ve heard this story before but it’s so cute hearing you talk about your love for Mal 😭🙏🏻 it’s so precious to see you beaming as you talk about the person you love, and just express your feelings so candidly. It’s also so sweet to see that you guys met online and you got your happiness, every time I see the KZbinrs I watch meet their partners online and thrive is so lovely. Congrats on the 10 years, and here’s to many more!!!

[@wanderinggstars]

This is so sweet, Stephen. I've been watching the vlog since 2013, I faced struggles in high school, college, dating, the like. But as I am approaching graduation from college this June, I am also approaching my 2nd year anniversary with my boyfriend who definitely makes me as happy as Mal makes you. A lot can happen in such a short time, and I cannot wait to see where the future takes us.

[@brondo93]

Another person who got a bit teary here haha. Stephen, your story about your early relationship with Mal really resonated with me. I met my boyfriend through Tumblr and eventually we started communicating through Facebook. It was almost a year before we started, as you said, eDating and then another 14 months before we got to meet for the first time. We are each other’s first boyfriend/romantic experience, so it was very nerve-wracking to meet up. But it went super well, and we’re still continuing to do long distance for the time being. You said that others have told you this, but they are right: you and Mal are a great example of it working and I just hope that, should I be together with my current partner in 10 years, that our bond is a strong as yours is with Mal.

[@LWEST27620]

Oh Stephen your words made me cry, you and Mal are one of the greatest couples I've ever known! I wish I could meet a man who would love me like I would love him. I've just turned 30 and I have never been with anyone , I'm getting to the point where I could become that person like you were in college before you met Mal;a liittle bitter and becoming a hard shell. I'm giving up hope of finding someone. Anyway enough about me. Keep loving each other like you do, you both are an inspiration xxx

[@alfonsobiggers2452]

This was worth waiting 13 months to hear... Stephen, you are a good man and I can tell from your account in this video that you married an even better woman. You guys are admittedly one of the reasons why I have hope that there are still people out there who truly value marriage, it’s not very common out there in the world these days. My hope is that when I find my significant other, I will dedicate myself to her just as the both of you have done for each other. Here’s to your life together so far, and may it last through sickness, health and all of the above!

[@LNERFlyingScotsman]

Stephen, I sincerely wish that this video was uploaded last year at a time when I really needed it. At a time when I felt like I was double-crossed. At a time when I felt a person I was starting to like more and more completely changed personalities on me and instead of being a strong communicator, they became less and less responsive. At a time when I was down to having no hope at all. While all of that is behind me, this video helps me by reminding me that there will be a time when my luck with love will turn up positive and that I will find that motivation to continue to work as hard as I can for that same amount of happiness that Mal gives you. I'm hoping that I find it to. Thank you, Stephen, for dedicating such a lovely vlog for March 8, 2018. I wish you and Mal many happy years ahead.

[@KevinTheTimeGeek86]

This whole vlog brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for that, Stephen.

[@m0l367]

I remember back when you two got your first apartment. Its been a minute but damn its crazy seeing a 10 year mark. I literally grew up watching you guys and its dope to see how far you have come and now I'm becoming an adult still watching your vids. Its been my daily routine for years lol. Thanks for everything and stay happy peeps

[@PinkPeachVODS]

I started watching your videos about the same time I got into a long distance relationship. It was my first relationship and his first too and I had no idea how it was supposed to work. Seeing and hearing your story inspired me so much and we are still going strong 5 and a half years later, and we live together now too. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Stephen and Mal for showing me that a long distance relationship can work and can turn into something very beautiful.

[@rinthehalfling]

Your and Mal's love story is so amazing, heartwarming and such a joy to watch. Thanks for sharing it with us! Also this made me cry.

[@IcyCreamStar]

As a long time viewer, you've always given me such hope for my future. I'm in a long distance relationship with someone on the other side of the country, and every little thing that involves that weighs heavily; that being said, it's remarkable how true, pure, unadulterated love flourishes in unlikely places. Thank you for inspiring me, for inspiring my SO, and motivating so many people. I'm proud to say that you and Mal are my role models in life in love. Thank you so much.

[@Asiangamer114]

I've had a pretty bad day from my ex treating me like a joke and I watched this video and it warmed my heart. To see people wanting to talk to each other practically every waking moment warms my heart. I love you and mal so much. I hope one day I can find someone who makes me just as happy as mal makes you happy and vice versa. Thank you for this heart warmer!

[@SuperSmithersGalaxy]

Stephen, this was awesome to learn more about your journey with Mal over the years. I've been a fan for 5 years? 6 years? A dang while, that's for sure. You two are incredible people, I'm honored to have been a part of your lives; even if it's just through these comments I feel like I've known you guys personally for forever. Keep doing what you're doing.

[@lordgreen5454]

I come back to this video often especially because today I got broken up with because of a long distance relationship so I am really glad to see how wholesome you too are thanks Steven you are my inspiration to carry on

[@ShycoWar]

I know all too well that feeling of being rejected and refusing to fall in love again due to never wanting to experience that pain a second time. Was in high school at the time, with an immature mindset of "needing a girlfriend to be by my side and support me during trying times". And while I won't pour my heart into a long narration of that dark chapter of my life, by the end of it, it really felt like I had been plunged into a deep, dark hole I would never be able to crawl out of, ever. Thankfully, someone was there to extend a hand and pull me out roughly a year later. And that's how my first relationship started. Less thankfully, we were unable to make it work past the fourth year (mostly due to my troubles with communicating... among other, more private matters), and now, here I am with a mindset of just "not caring about love", but still, I won't ever forget what my ex-girlfriend did for me. Without her, I think I would still be avoiding any and all social interactions period to this very day. But that's enough about me. Just... never change, you two. The feelings you share are some of the purest and sweetest I've ever seen. Wish you tons of happiness in your future together.

[@Andrea-bv4ep]

Why is someone cutting onions in my dorm? Like seriously. On a more serious note, congratulations you two. Your relationship is so precious and I see it in every video and I long for the day where I have that similar connection and relationship with someone. I identify as panromantic asexual so, it'll be a long time until then or maybe won't ever happen. I've had a lot of crushes where the feelings weren't returned but I'm still optimistic. Until then, I have my career to focus on and places to go. Maybe that person is waiting for me somewhere. Keep on keeping on, you guys.

[@FlawlessHDTV]

I've watched your videos for a long time... but I've never felt the need to post until this video. This is honestly the first video in my history of watching KZbin that has brought me to tears. It strikes right at my heart at this current point in my life, with the issue of love and being with someone eating away at me constantly. So I just want to say... Thank You. Thank you for speaking in a way that not only comes truly from the heart, but also allows me to come to terms with some the issues you talk about that I currently am experiencing. This video may honestly be the reason that I may be able to turn over a new leaf. I don't know how show you my appreciation enough... But I wish you all the love and best wishes, because you have truly helped me.

[@amayaa1585]

Well, now I'm crying. Congratulations you two. It's amazing to see the love that you two have for each other, and how you've gotten to where you are now. I'm definitely one of those people you've inspired or given hope to. Here's to many, many more years of your relationship and family.

[@WolfLover01211]

I have been a fan of yours, you and Mal for many years. It’s so touching hearing your story, from start to finish all in one video. Thank you for sharing it Stephen! Congrats to you and Mal, you two are a wonderful example of true love.

[@kaykayj2005]

Stephen, this vlog is the best. I got goosebumps multiple times just hearing the way you talk about Mal. We all know you love her very much, but this was beautiful. Seriously.

[@thomascutler8005]

I feel very lucky having gone through much of the "development period" of my life watching videos from you and Mal. I believe I was 11 or 12 when I started watching, and I am now 19 and in college. I genuinely believe that watching the growth of your relationship and the college vlogs gave me a better perspective and hope on my future life, and I deeply appreciate that you have been willing to share your life so freely and for so long now.

[@cainesmith7307]

Im only 13 but i have been watching you guys since i was 6 back in 2011 and even though its a year late but i just want to say congratulations and only hope to find someone who brings me as much happiness as you guys bring to each other. Thank you for showing us your story and good luck in the future.

[@YourPalRal]

Thank you for this Stephen! The love that you and Mal have for each other makes me incredibly happy. I'm currently in a long distance relationship with my girlfriend, Amelia, for over a year. She means the world to me and I hope one day our relationship can be like what you two have for each other! Bless Jami for essentially pushing you two together. I became friends with her a few years ago and she's a really great supportive friend!

[@thoughtsofaleo2916]

This was...incredible. I already knew the story of the night you told Mal your feelings, but every time I hear it again or watch that vlog, all of the feelings and emotions come back and you’ve got me crying again. To hear that you weren’t looking for a relationship in college, only to have one fall into your lap, was kind of reassuring, I guess?, to hear. I was also burned in high school after having feelings for someone and it stuck with me for the entirety of freshman year. Thankfully, I’ve been able to shake it off the last few years and, while I’m happy being single, you guys kind of give me hope that something good might fall into my lap sometime soon. I’m not sure if I want that good thing to be a relationship or a career or what, but the happiness and love you and Mal have is definitely something I hope to have one day. Just, thank you so much for sharing your life and stories like this. The last few days have been rough in my life, but watching this video and hearing how much you guys have gone through gives me a lot of hope that tomorrow is going to be better.