The BEST Abandoned STORAGE Unit!

This abandoned storage unit had everything I could want! Join me for Part 1 of cleaning out this unit.
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[@moonviolet27]

This had me in tears remembering my Marine dad💕 In his later years he would say, “ I’m not as lean, not as mean, but always a Marine!”

[@jaredpeterson380]

Your heartfelt tribute to the men who didn't make it home was wonderful. Made this old vet tear up a little.

[@sarahbrewer8945]

Yey, First time we have seen Tony properly! Thank you Tony for allowing us to join you in looking through the unit. So pleased both you and Renee have found worthwhile goodies and looking forward to watching the next treasure hunt.

[@sheilacirioni4676]

Renne,you are in stuffed animal heaven. Also,those wonderful t-shirts& military uniforms,girl you did awsome. That container of silverware & a ring.👍👍😁🥰☮🧞‍♀️💞

[@gailtessitore409]

I didn´t get to see Tony, where is he?

[@bonnieneely5483]

I would be So Interested in a Vietnam shirt! My Brother, still living served in Vietnam. He was Enlisted in the Army. Our Family followed him every where he was stationed until Vietnam! Thank you for your Videos! ♥️🙏♥️ Also Dad was in WW11. Thank you for saving this all! Or what you can.

[@julietinkey8994]

You're like a kid at Christmas. I love it 😀 ❤️

[@lesliebrayton8016]

My husband was in the Marine Corps, Vietnam 68-69. Oooorah!

[@gloriavaldez1560]

Thank you for his service. My dad was in Vietnam too he served in the navy for 20 years, ex navy brat here. Take care 🙂

[@annanipper5726]

You had me laughing out loud; later you had me tearing up. I am so glad your friend Tony invited you to share in the work and the fun and the very sincere honoring.

[@podrosie5059]

My brother and sister both served in the Viet Nam War. When I find dog tags in bags of junk jewelry or Goodwill lots, I try my best to find the families. I've been successful a couple of times. I just can't imagine how they wind up in junk jewelry stuff. Nice finds and you are a big help to Tony. That clean-out stuff is a lot of work.

[@reginagibson3847]

Thank you for trying to find the families of the soldiers whose dog tags you find. I'm sure it means a lot to the family to have them.

[@podrosie5059]

@@reginagibson3847 Thank you!

[@fareast_de]

Awesome finds in this abandoned storage unit. Seems that this was part of the inventory of an older soldier (USMC) who passed away. Congrats on the 14 k gold ring and the sterling silverware, big score ! Keep up your excitement and keep on your successful digging in part 2. Greets from GER, U.

[@sharespotsy]

Personally, I love storage unit videos. They are so unpredictable. Glad you found some things of value to you! (And something for your friend too!)

[@TheAccidentalViking]

The shell spoon is for either egg or caviar. How fascinating!

[@PaperandMoose]

Caviar... never have tried that!

[@just.j5302]

This is sad to me because it seems like a unit that belonged to someone that went into long term care, and no one knew to pay the storage fees (or no one cared), and then they passed away. Hi Tony! 🙋 You are a good pal to Renee, to allow her to help. Need more folks like you in the world! 👍💯

[@lindacha1991]

I love your respect for the contents of this unit. Once, these were meaningful treasures and a family’s history. Some resellers open a storage box and just toss things. Thank you, Rene, for your Patriotic support of those who served…and their families.

[@amyweaver4946]

That box of Sterling silver was so cool! But I'm glad you are happy with your 80's toys and the military t-shirts. Great video Renee.

[@nascarmommam5915]

Oh my my. Lots of good things. Loved the Smurfs! Ready for next vid on this unit! ~ Texas

[@roberthardy2013]

I used to do T shirt designs fora friend, love the Vietnam one! My favourite was “Semper in Excretum Sed Sole Profundum Variat” loosely “ Always in the shit it’s only the depth that varies”

[@kristiwilliams9626]

I like how excited you get about certain items. You are so respectful of the people and their belongings. You have a great friendship with Tony and it was wonderful to see him. Take care!

[@PaperandMoose]

Tony is a great friend!

[@dianecook6734]

Hi Renee, What an exciting unit. I love how you got so excited over things you find, like the 80's stuffed animals and t-shirts. Tony was excited about the silver, too, huh? Can't wait for the next video on the unit. I watch all your videos and have been a subscriber for a few years now. Have a wonderful day. God bless you always. 🙏🙂♥️🙂🙏

[@pennyhurt6183]

How exciting Rene’ to find 80’s goodies for your party. I enjoy all your videos! Keep the videos coming🤗

[@mrsfarv2012]

Thank you for not throwing any of it away. If you close to DC they have a thrift store that takes them and when they need a uniform to be buried in they supply the family with them for free . It's the Fort Meyer thrift store in Arlington VA

[@kristinawentz8801]

There were some cool finds in the storage unit. The military papers were neat.

[@asterix7842]

I’ve been watching news reports and footage on KZbin of the flooding going on out in Yellowstone that closed the park. I feel so bad, first of course for the people who are there and are directly affected, but also for Renee, because we all know she has a special place in her heart for Yellowstone. I’ve been watching her old uploads, starting from the beginning and I recently watched her videos of her 2019 trip out there. She really did a good job of conveying her love for the area. I hope she’ll soon be able to return to the area.

[@PaperandMoose]

It's so sad for those that live in the northern part outside of the park, as they have lost so much. The northern part of Yellowstone will most likely be closed for the remainder of the season, but once flooding has receded and roads in the east/west/southern part of the park are accessed, it will re-open (though they are talking about having to make reservations just to enter the park).

[@waynebauer4430]

Thank you for caring about her servicemen it wasn't easy for some of us

[@MaryABaker-rd3mm]

This was a great unit! The military momentos were so awesome! I hope it all goes somewhere that people can see it and remember our heroes! And the toys! Who could not help but love the toys! I have a lot that I have collected over the years that I am going to donate to our local police and fire departments! Please be careful and stay safe! ❤❤

[@HollywoodHaunter]

That unit is a treasure trove! How exciting you get to help uncover all those bags and boxes. Such a bummer about the little critters chewing through the military jackets 😩 I'm glad you were able to save a few of those shirts for yourself and even some 80s plush! I did spy a bunny blow mold up on the top, do you think that will come home with you too? 😉

[@viviannefraser5974]

Good explanation on how the storage units auctioned “recycle rather than increase the volume in the landfills”.

[@shannon_w.]

Oh my gosh that IS the unit of a LIFETIME!!!! Years ago I had a unit that I couldn’t afford to pay for anymore. It was a very hard and sad time in my life and we didn’t have a home to put the stuff in let alone pay for it. I am sure it was auctioned off and though there was items/stuff I wish I could have kept the ONLY tote I wished I could have had was full of pictures from when I was in school, my kids baby books and pictures of my kids. I only hope and pray though that it was someone like you Renee that bought it and would take care of the “stuff” that was in there ❤️

[@mariechrisman3957]

I cried my eyes out with all that military stuff and seeing what this great country has become,breaks my ❤

[@sherrielong6795]

My best friend in the DAV was a Vietnam veteran. I have his jacket, it's too big for me but I still love it it's in my collection.

[@reginagibson3847]

I was born and raised in Hawaii. The town I lived in was right next to Schofield army Barracks. It was the home of the 25th Infinitry. I watched several times as truck load after truck load of young men were being shipped out to Vietnam. I cried when you found the shirts that had Vietnam on them. Over 50,000 soldiers died in that useless and unnecessary war. Sorry to be so down beat but we cannot forget them.

[@casinokat1]

Thanks Renee ( and Tony !). I do so enjoy seeing this sort out.!! I m too old to clear an entire unit but love the search. . saluting this service man. However... I do feel quite a twinge of sadness thinking if my family pics I have were gone. But the job must be done.

[@sindasoileau4599]

And thank you for your concern for the veteran s.My brother is a Vietnam veteran.and my dear cousin died from Asia orange.

[@kennethbrantley2469]

Renee It is amazing all the content you find and is always interesting and you still stay in your niche. Great job. Thanks again

[@mar88grbbs]

I love seeing how excited you get, when finding some little stuffed animal. I also love seeing how touched you sincerely are when finding military items, especially war items. My two brothers fought in Vietnam, and we were blessed with their return. My youngest brother had complications from Agent Orange and died with Liver disease. Thank you for remembering those in Military.

[@nursegramgram6616]

I really enjoy watching your videos. I love that you are saving precious items, especially from the 80s. Thank you so much for sharing. You are simply wonderful and your giggles are infectious.

[@juanitafruehling2039]

I love how excited you get over stuffed animals and such!

[@stephenmcfall5993]

They will not be forgotten. Kenneth L. McFall KIA June 19th 1969 Our Brother.

[@PaperandMoose]

Thank you for writing his name, he is remembered.

[@debcattell7059]

Oh wow, such a lot of great treasures. I loved loved loved the Smurfs and othe plush toys 🥰🥰🥰Thank you Renee and Tony for allowing us to share in your storage unit treasure hunt.

[@yourheartisgold1749]

my most liked video of yours so far thank u for mentioning the am marines thank u for their service. i love looking into these vids at the same time this reminded me of losing our storage unit when we were so broke that we could not make the payment. lucky for us what we left were items that we just have no space for and was able to most of the sentimental stuff.

[@fareast_de]

Great finds in this abandoned storage unit ! Seems to be part of the inventory of an older serviceman (USMC) who probably passed away. Congrats on the 14 k gold ring and the silverware with the antique pattern, excellent score ! Keep up your good vibes and keep on digging in part 2, Renée ! Greets from GER, U.

[@mariechrisman3957]

Even though the 80s was not my favorite era,Era, got excited for you,...since I'm 75,the 50s and 60s are my memory boosters

[@julietinkey8994]

You were like a kid at Christmas. I love it 😀 ❤️

[@teresamoore3577]

Hi Renee,what a great video loved it. The war things pulled at my heart strings all those that lost their lives so sad. You where like a little girl when you came across all those things from the 80s I was laughing look forward to seeing more xx❤️🙏🏻🇬🇧

[@DonVDBorgh]

I think having a critter jump out at you could be worse than finding the reminents of them 🤔. Some intresting finds, lot to move yet. Glade Tony let's you share. Great job! 👍👍

[@PaperandMoose]

I've yet to have that happen! I've only caught a mouse on camera once, climbing up a pipe in a basement. He was a fast little guy!

[@denisebunker6674]

I like when you have storage unit videos. You finding 80's stuff "priceless".

[@wendyreid9326]

I was so excited right along with you going through that bag of 80s toys and I saw the trapper keeper folders in that one box...Loooved this video!! I had the sugar snap bear and so many of the other ones ❤

[@wellarmedwife166]

daughter wife and mama of Soldiers and Marines...EGA pin (eagle globe and anchor) is USMC..and if memory serves me correct 3 stripes on a MC uniform is corporal . the sterling...be still my heart

[@JennyA1961]

I love the clean out videos. The stuffed animals were a joy to see but it also reminded me of how much I have got rid of over the years. I always donate items so hopefully they all found new homes but wow, if I had kept some of it, I would be a lot wealthier. ❤🐨

[@ontariopicker6343]

Renee, it can be lots of work, but the rewards can be fantastic....now go have s tea and some ginger cookies and relax until the next time..

[@PaperandMoose]

Relaxing is definitely a must!

[@kimberlymolitor354]

Awesome!! So many of your favorite finds! Just need a ceramic Christmas tree too!🥰🥰

[@riannem8973]

Haha the Wuzzles, I have the Lion whose the Bee! I think I had a Popple wallpaper at one point....amazing finds Renee

[@elizabethbrundagemediajour150]

For the military official papers you might have the papers given to the Veterans Administration so the VA can track down family members to give them the papers.

[@asterix7842]

I just find it so endearing that Renee was too embarrassed to read that T-shirt out loud.

[@jamestipsord269]

WW2 era... I'd get goosebumps. Keep an eye out for pennies. A 43 bronze penny for the win

[@sindasoileau4599]

I would love to go through these units.And thank goodness someone does this.

[@reneawest9021]

I love when you find 80s nostalgia. I love seeing the toys I had forgotten about too.

[@mikerobbins5049]

I enjoy seeing what you find on your adventures.... I had several friends and family members that were in Vietnam. Most made it home...I count my blessings that I didn’t have to go. I also had a great uncle that was a paratrooper during WWII. He made it home but was pretty messed up emotionally for several years but kinda got over the trauma later on. He lived to be 97.... And yes, thanks to all those that have served our country in the armed forces...

[@sherryfreeman5338]

The long skinny silver things are "straws" and are also used to stir iced tea. Most of the time they are sterling. They are usually called Sippers.

[@EARL-zl5mv]

I have that Uncle Sam's misguided children shirt!! Never seen another one before! Cool.

[@NanaColeen]

❤I think Tony is a kick and the 2 of you work great pair.💛 It's always like the you have fun, like friends. The selfish you tubers can really be hard to watch, so I turn the sound off and watch a bit. But,but,but....I want to hear👂 every word from you Renee. You are my friend and I need a friend like you wouldn't believe. I seemed to😢 outlive them all. Thank you for all that you do to make great content💋👍

[@deborahbelasco569]

I love your surprize reactions! Thank you for honouring and respecting our soldiers. You have a beautiful heart and soul.

[@PaperandMoose]

Thank you for watching Deborah!

[@annrandleas1444]

The leaf is an iced tea spoon. You stirred, and sipped thru the straw part

[@appledumpling4766]

I am having a really intense work week and decided to listen to your vlog today as I work. Thankfully I work from home because I am busting up listening to you enthusiastically go from bag to bag finding treasures.

[@twick7117]

Love your hair style today.

[@vaca4643]

WOW...What a great unit....One of my best memories I have was finding out my P.O.W. came home so I could send him the P.O.W bracelet I wore until it broke w/his name and rank..........Hey glad you weren't at Yellowstone this week.......All entrances were closed to Yellowstone National Park and all visitors were evacuated from the northern part of the park because of severe flooding ...You can see it on KZbin....

[@auntsuga4359]

I hope you try to return the Military and important papers to the family? Thanks!

[@barbaragravely920]

I knew someone was in Vietnam and Korean wars 4 terms. Respect for that Sir for serving to making me free.Im not going into the persons history here. I have reletives i have lost in Wars from Begining to the last world 2.. thank you for this video .Best of wishes in the next adventure:0

[@SassySue67]

As I watch this video all I can think of is the devastation that is happening at Yellowstone. My heart is breaking for you as I know you have been looking forward to going in the fall. The videos of the flooding out there is so sad. Hoping you don’t have to postpone your trip. Such a nice friend to invite you along for this storage clean out.

[@lucysifuentes8077]

I just love your excitement with the plush ! I catch my self saying let me see, let me see ! Have fun ! I'll keep watching.

[@HookingGoodCreationsbyTinaC]

I just love your heart for the love for our military, our history, and vintage things that spark wonderful memories. I am so thankful I found you a few years ago. I have been loving all of your videos, Renee. Bless you!

[@PaperandMoose]

Thank you for the kind words Tina! Glad that you enjoy the channel.

[@jakimcmurdo4810]

Great finds I love your respect for the Vietnam vets and Mia s looking forward to the next episode ❤️😄🇬🇧

[@PaperandMoose]

Thank you! 😊

[@ruthbazley3468]

Your delight at finding the 80's plushies made my day.

[@PaperandMoose]

It's always fun finding things that you remember from your childhood!

[@johnnyoleksa4389]

I think you are so sweet and your voice is so peaceful . The finds are just a bonus ❤️🙏

[@ritahasz7352]

Fun day - I love the pound puree kitties 🐱

[@MooreCEJr]

The stripes is a non-commission officer rank called Sergeant (E-5) Sergeant is a junior noncommissioned officer rank in the USMC, and the oldest rank in the Marine Corps. Sergeants serve as squad leaders in combat operations, and lead a squad of eight soldiers including one or more Corporals.

[@verettejones9510]

Hello Renee. I want to say thank you for sharing this wonderful person’s memories and for putting it on video. And I’m glad you’re there to save these items. And can you tell your friend thank you for me also. These things should not end up in the trash. You two are amazing for saving it. I think the family didn’t want to deal with this more than likely. And that’s sad. But your there to help save it. No war Hero should be forgotten ever. I love our military I always have. I have a husband who served and grandkids who are and a son in law who just retired from the Navy. This means so much to me . You are truly a amazing young lady for all that you do to give life to the forgotten and the untold story of these me. Thank You Renee. Take care in the heat . 🕵🏼‍♀️🕵🏼‍♀️🕵🏼‍♀️🕵🏼‍♀️🥰🥰☕️🫖☕️🫖🥰🥰💯💯💯💯💯

[@basketsresale]

What a great unit !!! Love it I still have yet to go to a storage auction but love watching these storage vids

[@jimmycaamano4075]

That patch on the one Eisenhower jacket might be good you got a look that up it looks like a flower

[@dmanz1332]

Great unit! Thanks for saving things!

[@jennifersc5416]

Ahh! My Little Pony at 13:16! So Soft Cupcake! :D What an interesting and varied locker. You're very lucky to experience it. Thank you for sharing.

[@jennifersc5416]

Oh, and more! I got really excited. The other two are tail-less Bowties. If you are ever curious on how to clean them up, check out www.mlppreservationproject.com !

[@jennifersc5416]

I can't even with this locker, Rene! It's all my favourite stuff! NOSY BEARS!

[@carolchidlow4798]

God bless our military still in Vietnam. I hope we find them all some day.

[@PaperandMoose]

Agreed.

[@schutztruppe]

the flower patch on that uniform is for the 9th infantry division. If it's original WW2 or Korean it's worth money. Just the patch! Military historical arms and antiques could help you out

[@tracymacdonald3683]

Wow thanks to all the soldiers out there living and pasted from Australia 🇦🇺

[@agi2711]

I don't like every youtubers storage unit videos, because sometimes they are looking for the "wrong" things - at least to me. I don't care about new pricy things, but for the old stuff. AND: Your videos are wonderful to your viewers, because your joy and excitement is half of the joy watching it.

[@kandianderson1091]

Recently found your channel again and I am so glad wonderful content enjoy you telling us prices thank you so much

[@PaperandMoose]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@jimmycaamano4075]

This guy is going to make a killing on this unit!

[@mommam.6101]

I would say due to the time the person served in the military most likely they have died. I would love a follow up on how much money the sterling was worth. I do not understand the enthusiasm for stuffed toys but we’re all attracted to different things thank goodness. This was a very interesting video.

[@lucindawalkerakavintasticf9425]

WOW. How fun. What a pick. The military memorabilia is everything. ❤️

[@carolynsimone8647]

Enjoyed seeing all the finds ...thank you Renee and Tony 🥰🥰

[@beachcitiesthrifting777]

Wow, what a challenge you have taken on! The clothes and the uniforms were very interesting. They definitely are telling a story....thanks for taking us along with you.

[@kathleenj1158]

This unit is AMAZING. I can hardly wait to see what else you find. ☺🙋‍♀️❤

[@BFVgnr]

Based on the Marine Service A jacket, you should find a pair of matching trousers with a pair of red stripes along the outside seam. USMC leaders, which is signified by the Sergeant's stripes on the Service A jacket, wear 'blood stripes' on their dress trousers to commemorate the courage and tenacious fighting of the men who fought in the Battle of Chapultepec in September of 1847.

[@carymoshman1180]

Love the 80's toys.

[@bettyhughes5034]

I break from tech, first story that popped up was about the disaster in Yellowstone. I immediately thought of you and said oh no. Had to watch tonite to let you know sending positive vibes your way.

[@Buzz1151]

Tony - "Holy Moley, Sterling Silver!" Miss Moose - "Oh My Gosh, It's the Wuzzles!" 👍👍👍

[@holleyjomartinez4009]

Thank you for sharing! Your friend Tony is quite a wonderful source of knowledge and hands on experience. ♥️

[@johnhaug1747]

I was a landlord in N St. Louis from 1988-2003, and when we did make-ready clean outs we often tried to figure out what happened to the tenants. Upon first entry it often looked like they set off a bomb in the unit scattering all their personal effects. They left behind birth certs, marriage certs, SSNs, court docs, etc Very disconcerting at first, then it became new normal. Often we just hauled clothes to nearest church ( low income folk do not have Coach purses, expensive clothes, etc)

[@cindywalker852]

Great fines in this storge unit

[@tammyarnette3697]

Thanks for sharing the video I love watching to see what all is left behind in the storage units looks like some amazing treasure I can't wait to see what else is in there I will be watching for the next notification take care hope you have a blessed night

[@deborahfogel3689]

Love you and Tony together. I love his laugh and how sometimes he gets excited. He seems to be a dear. I'm glad he invites you to join him. Found some cool stuff so far! ❤️😘💞💞🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🌞🌞🌞🌞✌️👶

[@abee1248]

Wow love unit clean-outs