THE OLD FAMILY HOMESTEAD. My Journey Home. PART 4

[@Skandinavisk]

You make me long for a life that I never had. I am very grateful for you sharing your memories.

[@sandhillson]

The BEST video I have ever watched on KZbin. Thanks for sharing

[@PrepItForward]

2 more months on this deployment. Hard to believe a years almost gone. Thanks for taking me along, cabin, icebox, kobota and plenty of Frankie moments. This was a great story going back to your roots. Couldn't be more right about good dogs and dads stories. It means a lot to me.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Very pleased you enjoy my productions and thank you again for your service. Stay safe out there my friend. God Bless.

[@travishaskell6897]

One of your best videos.... I love them all but I find myself watching this one over and over again

[@thebossoftheswamp]

This is my favorite series. Lots of heartfelt content in this one. Thanks for commenting.

[@massimoserra4787]

Dear JC, at the moment I could not express really the feelings I have after looking this video. Sharing all this private moments with us and onestly, it touch my heart. To see all the photos of Frankie as a puppy was so great. Thank you so much for this and god bless.

[@DonWilsondigginTimeUSA]

Holy crap, your the first dude to ever bring a tear to my eyes, Part 4 is by far the best message ever sent, and just for the record, I am not a very emotional guy. Your the best therapy I have ever had! The outlook in life that you have is roots in of itself. I am happy for you in so many ways that I wish all of us could be. Best of continued luck, you have truly found your Zen in life.

[@alanj7306]

The Boss is some of the best therapy available. He always relaxes me and puts me at ease.

[@kaiyanater2215]

Excellent! Outstanding! This video is my favorite of yours yet. Thank you for sharing and i hope you continue to share your thoughts and great adventures.

[@stevesundberg5956]

This was a great video. Thanks for writing it down and thanks again for sharing it.

[@melodycapehartmedina2264]

Well, what can I say? I cried.... Your video's are one of a kind, the best of the best!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Aww thank you Melody. Believe me girl, I shed a lot of tears piecing this one together and reminiscing about my dad and all the dogs that I've lost. Dammit, I'm getting all misty again just typing this. It took me 30 hours to sort, cut, clip and paste and hash through narration to find the right words . I'm totally drained from this production.

[@saroocolibaba]

Damn JC-That was emotional right there. Know what your saying about the dogs coming and going from our lives. And about your dad made me think of mine. You were a well built guy. My father was a body builder as well. God Bless you my friend.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

I lost a lot of water while editing this one. Between the dogs, my dad and that heartwrenchng sound track it damn near wore me out lol. Gotta say, I miss all that bodybuilding stuff sometimes.

[@mikemilligan3159]

Really good, just love your take on what's important.

[@jason3714]

Having a rough time, these videos always help bring me out of it. Thanks again JC. I really appreciate you and Frankie. I hope you understand how much you help people.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

+JasonVS Jason2015 Glad you find my videos beneficial and entertaining. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. All the best to you.

[@janied8831]

Amen Amen 🙏🙏🙏Janie D

[@wotsken]

when i watch allot of your videos my heart starts to race allot of time my eyes get wet thanks for bringing my emotions up to the top i enjoy things that make me think about how i am living my life and where i want my future to go

[@tonybright7897]

you took the words right out of my fingers brother!! I was thinking the same thing. as i'm sure most everyone is.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

It pleases me immensely that so many folk enjoy my productions and that they stir emotions within them. This one was a tough one to produce. I lost a lot of water reminiscing about my dad and the dogs that I've lost. Thanks for commenting.

[@joesgotya9930]

My hero growing up years ago as a kid was Davy Crockett,,,,,,,Today my hero is you Boss!!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you my friend. That's a compliment in tall order.

[@lindabohm8374]

Dear jc I have just got done watching your series on Back To My Roots, this series was by far the most heart felt and really tugged at my heart. it brought back memories of when I use to go to the woods and just listen there I heard nothing but silence save a few sparrows squaking. I understand why you live your life as if there were no tomorrow, because I have been through a life changing also. Your videos have inspired me so much that I want to go back and try to live just a simple life again. And true to your thoughts this world is really not as it was so many years ago. I to have been keeping a daily journal of everyday things that happened on my daily life. sometimes its a struggle to just get up and go. this seriefors made me smile it made me cry for all the lost loved ones that I have lost. And for the ones that still live that don't keep in contact with me. You are so fortunate to have the life you now live. if all the people would watch your videos there would be less slavery to the modern world and more going back to our own roots. You my guy have so richley inspired me and turned my thinking process around I'm greatful for this. And as always I will keep watching your blessed videos. May you always be blessed in all your accomplishments.

[@mysticangells]

Hahaha @ Frankie with the pop corn Toothys Old is a dark Australian beer .. my favorite

[@jeffbagley348]

Boss, you got me all teared up. I have tears running down as I type this. This was an amazing video.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you Jeff. I shed a LOT of water through the 30 hours of piecing this together. The reminiscing about my dad and the dogs that I lost really tore me up. It's good to shed some emotion sometimes. Thanks for commenting.

[@alanj7306]

Great respect Boss! It’s good to reminisce and shed a few tears. I always cry when I lose a pet... and years down the road when I’m thinking about them.

[@robertclarke7274]

Not many people can say they wouldn't change a thing in their life, that's something special!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

The highs and lows make us who we are. Ya gotta take the bad with the good.

[@Meattrapper]

What a wonderful video my friend. You truly have a gift and I admire your ability to convey what most of us feel, but few can express. Your father had to be a true salt of the earth man to raise a son like you. If he flew P-51's in WWII, he was a true bad as. A real man for sure.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you my friend. Your words mean a lot to me and I say that sincerely. My dad flew the P61 Black Widow with the Nightfighter Squadron and man I miss his stories. He told the same stories over and over so I know they were all true ha ha.

[@mmanut]

Thanks for sharing your life stories with us. You tell a great story and it warms my heart to heart you tell it. Really look forward to your videos, Say high to Franky. Vinny

[@SkogKniv]

I admit, got a little water in my eye. Another great video Boss, this one in particular made me think of Grandpa.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

I was hoping this one would pull on my viewers emotions and it appears that it has. This was a tough one to produce to say the least. Thanks for commenting.

[@chrisross5728]

I will have to agree my Papaw is still around, I believe I know where I'm heading once I get off work...I think it's about time I start keeping a journal.

[@jksatte]

You are such a good story teller. There is a career in that for you. Natural talent. l just love Frankie. What a cute puppy he was and now cute big boy lol. Thanks for sharing. Janice

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you Janice. Yeah Frankie's pretty cute.

[@mcdsdaddy]

Loved this video series. I hope that you're not planning on leaving KZbin any time soon! God Bless

[@thebossoftheswamp]

No plans of leaving anytime soon. Just getting started actually. Blessings to you too my friend.

[@Gonzo3780]

Lots of good memories there Boss man...Hope it's not your last trip...If it is I hope you really enjoy the time...Beer....YUMMY...Beauty Dalmation...My wife wants one bad...I wish I would have made diaries growing up...I know your dad was a great guy the Boss...I don't no how many friend's you have but I can tell you this much you have alot of people that like and care about you and one thing for sure you have a Yooper here in Upper Michigan you can call a friend...I love your stories and everything you do...You need to write a book...Take care, Gonzo...

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you for your heartfelt comment buddy. It means a lot. Our paths will cross someday. I'm counting on that.

[@rockwoodsteel]

Thanks for sharing your life with us, You sure do have a talent for telling the stories.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you Mark. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@rickdono64]

Such a lovely story from a great story teller, thank you sir. :)

[@thebossoftheswamp]

+rickdono64 Thank you, glad you enjoyed.

[@mikeschotte9480]

Easily one of my favorite YT channels, JC. Thanks for taking us along for the trip.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

And thanks for sharing your thoughts. All the best to ya.

[@4cooey]

AAhhhh got my fix!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Glad I could help.

[@Brad1237202]

Hey JC! This video brought tears to my eyes. I lost my father when I was just 22 back in 1987, and my father was just 56 years young. Cancer took him in just six short months. You brought back a ton of memories when you speak of all the great times you had with your father. Your 100% correct as none of us know when our last day will come, but this video will light a spark in all of us working in the "Rat Race" everyday to purchase and own things we don't need to get along in life, yet work much harder than we have to, to have them as trophies in the garage, (new cars, boats, motorcycles, etc.). At the end of the day, all that "extra stuff" is just rented in life when your last day arrives. Great video JC!!!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

+Brad1237202 Gotta tell ya buddy, I lost a bit of water myself while editing this. All the reminiscing about my dad and lost dogs damn near took me out. I hear a lot of folks called their dads after watching this. Guess that's a good thing. Cheers

[@lemmik1900]

Wow what a great 4 part series of Back to My Roots. I totally enjoy watching your superbly put together video's. I even get choked up a bit at times and I'm 5 years your senior. I guess its nothing to be ashamed of to shed a tear or feel compassion. Frankie was a little jewel as a puppy and it cracked me up to see him with those "chompers" in. Good health to you and stay safe. All the best to you Boss.

[@janied8831]

What an inspiration to keep on keeping on and get out of Neutral an MOVE ON this morning!!! Thanks 🙏 an God Bless an Health!!🙏🙏🙏🕊

[@100Ronster]

You have a real gift when it comes to story telling.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@notsheeple2019]

Have enjoyed your channel and even bought the little hat cam you have due to your use. Great little cam. I wish I would have kept a journal myself before my military days. Couldn't during the military. But have kept one since retiring from the military. Now as a trucker I kept one of our travels and what we see. Just wish I had time to video our travels. Then again 10 hour video per shift would be rough. lol. Thanks for sharing your life's journey and your progress toward what you want as a happy life. God Bless.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Glad you are enjoying my videos and I appreciate you taking the time to say so. Thank you kindly.

[@1timby]

My dad loved dear hunting season. He would trudge up to near Erie PA where we had family & he would go out to hunt dear. He would always get one. Bring it back home & have it butchered. He would save some sausage & they give the rest away to the folks that needed it. Dad's been gone for almost 30 years. I think of him often especially since I've reached the same age as he was when he passed. Enjoyed the vids.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. If only we could go back and spend more time with them.

[@jeffgrier8488]

Reminds me of my grandfather, when we were kids he always kept all his fishing gear in the car, and he would jump at the chance to take us fishing. I miss those days!

[@jeffwilcher3333]

Great,Great,Great....no words can explain the peace and tranquility I feel just finishing this series ....as I sit here in the Ozark foothills of Oklahoma thinking of my little mountain home in Virginia I left behind at the age of 16 to find my way in this big ole world and all the good folks in my life that time and distance have taken from me ....well done;keep up the good work ...I really enjoy your channel ...onward,onward ....

[@janied8831]

Just getting my DAILY!! does. Of “Oldies but Goodies “ Always makes my day!! God Bless an HEALTH you Lori an Pups🙏🙏🙏🕊

[@thebossoftheswamp]

This is one of my all time favorites :-)

[@SwampDonkey530]

The only word i have for you is..TREMENDOUS.!!! I would ask you why you are not a professional film maker, but i see that it is the rich experiences of your own life that make your films unique and brilliant...so on behalf of us like minded individuals JC, i respectfully thank you .

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you my friend. Those were some mighty fine words to have with my morning coffee. I very much appreciate your response.

[@quietjohnoutandabout6578]

Greetings. I have been watching you for about two weeks now. Love your times and i just watched your iron ware care. Yuengling. I'm from Pottsville where it all started in 1829. Have a great one

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Glad you're enjoying my videos and thanks for taking the time to say so.

[@57aflo]

The most valuable thing any man will have had in his life is a good father.

[@barbaraodell3687]

Frankie is so funny with that popcorn. Yes, dogs are the best friend a human can have. I've had dogs all my life.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

He's quite a character for sure :c)~

[@katokhaelan4881]

An absolutely amazing video. I just found out my dad has stage 4 cancer, with only a few months left. I admit that listening to you talk about your dad was very powerful. Great video Boss.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Very sorry to hear of your dad. Enjoy him while you can my friend. God Bless.

[@noahzappa]

The roots of life that you speak of are burned into ones sole. It can not be made up. You show your love and respect for nature for all to see.I think Frankie is well loved as well. You Sir are the best KZbin has to offer.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you very much for your kind words. All the best to you.

[@brendaarnold8485]

That Popcorn bouncing off of Frankie's head was a Hoot.

[@paully069]

This is my most favorite video you've done Sir !! I cant wait to see my Dad Again as well , I hope there's fishing in Heaven ! Because , Good day of Fishing is indeed Heavenly !

[@thebossoftheswamp]

paully069 Thank you Paully. It's my favorite video too. A lot of emotion went into this one. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts.

[@ambermarie1615]

I grew up similarly to your life now, with my dad and fishing. I'll never regret even one of those days with him. I'm blessed that he taught me what really matters in life. The have only one thing that I still dream of that I haven't accomplished yet and I'll get there too. Thank you for affirming that some of us need to live the old way. Love to Frankie please. :-)

[@ericwitt4586]

Brings tears to my eyes thinking about o hunting trip me and my dad and brother and cousins went on I surely do miss them thanks for the memories my friend!!

[@stevenford4313]

You got me on that video. My eyes welled up, my heart swelled. I still have my dad on this earth. He's getting very old though. You made me feel what you feel when you spoke of your dad. Love your videos brother. I'm a pilot. Never in the military though. I was a grunt. I have flown private jets all of my adult life.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

+Steven Ford I lost a lot of water putting this video together. The talk of my dad and the dogs I have lost really brought it home. I was emotionally drained by the time I hit the upload button. It touched a lot of my viewers in the same way and go them calling their dads. This is one of my favorite vids. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@V.Hansen.]

What a cute flufferdoodle

[@billkrause4585]

Good stories of you and your dad. He must had some great experiences to tell as a pilot. I know my most fond years was the eight year I served in the Air Force in both Dakotas, where I met and once married to a beautiful Sioux Indian girl. God rest her soul.

[@Solar12vman]

I really enjoy your videos and the going Back To My Roots series . I went back to mine about 10 years ago and how things have changed , the woods that I used to squirrel hunt in as a kid have been turned in to a " subdivision in the woods " filled with total electric vinyl sided homes with rustic fronts . Ha , kinda like one person I met there that puts on the rustic front and calls his riding mower a tractor as he keeps his lawn in perfect Home Owners Association shape . I have since retired to the mountains in southern New Mexico and am slowly building my off grid dream on a few acres . I always look forward to your videos as they always keep me positive about what I'm doing .

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts Robert. Aside from some piss poor logging practices, the woods where this was filmed haven't changed much since I was a boy. All the wild places are slowly disappearing so I need to enjoy them all I can while I can. I thought buying large amounts of acreage was going to give me what I need but it's not filling the void. I'll keep my cabin and hunt and trap here but consider NY state my Home. Happy Holidays to you and best of luck with your dream home.

[@budandbess7887]

Thank you JC for sharing, I'm 63 now and when I think back on my life what i can remember I only wish that I kept a journal too. But I know when the time comes we will see our loved ones again. and I think it's sooner for me than I think. Just a few months ago I found out that I have bladder cancer, oh well I also found out it was caused from smoking and I'm the only one to blame there, I was young and stupid and I can only wish I never picked that horrible habit up. later 4 now Bud

[@floydyoung395]

I certainly understand missing your dad. those of us that had good relationships with our dads are blessed

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Blessed indeed.

[@JaredUwon]

Kind of a emotional video for me. There are no videos finer that yours my friend. God Bless

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Very emotionally draining for me to produce. The hardest project I've ever worked on.

[@showproja]

Thanks for the great videos. You are indeed a man of many talents and have lived a life that most would envy. I admire your perseverance through your tribulations and the fact that you continue to pursue the things in life you love most. My buddy, Smitty, told me about you and got me watching your work. He is, like you, one-of-a-kind and could tell you and the world stories that would have you rolling on the floor one minute and crying the next. He is always giving people stuff that is indigenous to his home. He lives practically in the shadows of the spires of Churchill Downs (home of KY Derby). He builds hot rods & motorcycles, paints some pretty terrific art, hunts whatever is in season, and loves to hunt down BBQ restaurants wherever he goes. He is also your biggest supporter. Keep up the great work!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Yes, Smitty seems like a great guy and is certainly not stingy with the gifts he sent up. We had a nice chat on the phone and I hope we get to meet in person someday. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. All the best to you.

[@krenov72]

Hi Boss. I had paragraph after paragraph to write after watching about 20 videoes, but couldn't quite sum up what I wanted to say. In the end I thought simple was best. Your life seems to sum up the real difference between a human "be-ing" versus a human "do-ing" . I know many days you put in a full or longer workday than most, but it is soul enriching to do it for yourself. I love chopping firewood, but if it was my job it would seem tedious. I fondly remember gathering , sawing and chopping each log I burn. To paddle my kayak is one of the most amazing thing to do. It's hard to seperate yourself for a bit from the world. Even on a trail Someone may come along. In a boat on a large lake, you cannot be surprised lol. I cannot be a worker drone and die a cog in the wheel. I am an excellent woodworker, and outdoorsman( though have never hunted.. I'm not against it... No judgement ... I may take it up) I gained great inspiration from your videos regarding baby steps... Just what I needed to hear at the time I needed it most. I just turned 42 and also wonder how many good years I have left. I aim to make the most of all of it. Thanks for your words and glimpse into you. Perhaps our paths may cross someday. I think I would enjoy meeting you. If not, at least I can say I admire what I have learned of you. Best wishes, and regards, Mike Sniedze, Vancouver B.C.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

krenov72 Hello Mike. Thank you for the well thought out, well written response. It thrills me immensely that so many enjoy my videos and ramblings. I always tell people that they can have everything and anything that they want, and if they want a "simple life" well... that's the simplest goal to conquer. The problem is, most folk work in the opposite direction of simplicity. I'm starting a new series on life philosophies soon. I have A LOT to say about life my friend. All the best to you.

[@helenlane6317]

wow! memories are flooding in and it is wonderful to relive them! at 62 I have so many of my grandparents with grandpa telling me of riding in the stagecoach to get home after months of logging. he was a wonderful story teller of how life was and with the way things are now I honestly believe we need to go back to our roots!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Sounds like you've got some wonderful memories right there Helen. If only we could go back in time. Thanks for commenting.

[@terryteague164]

my dad could shoot just about anything in the air, i miss him, always was looking for something to laugh about and grew vegetables for the whole neighborhood. your memories jog my own, thanks brother.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

This video was a tough one to put together while trying to keep my face dry. Nuff said eh?

[@IronClad292]

WOW!! Lot's to comment on, in this video. Your father was a true American hero !!! My Uncle was a WW2 pilot in the Pacific theater. Next to my father, he was the toughest man I ever knew. They truly were the greatest generation. Frankie sure was a cute puppy, LOL........I was sick also back in the 1990's with some weird brain virus that almost killed me. Took two years to recover, to the extent that I can recover......It seems we are never the same after going through something like that. Great video Boss !!!!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you my friend. I wonder if my dad and your uncle ever crossed paths because he fought in the Pacific theatre as well. He retired as a Major so he was in for a long time. Our past illnesses and experiences make us who we are today. I take nothing for granted now because of them.

[@IronClad292]

thebossoftheswamp Could be, although I'm not sure what plane my uncle flew. I'm sure he told me years ago but I don't remember now. He's still alive and kicking, but he lives on the other side of the state. I should go visit him, he's quite old and times running short.......

[@8869crysler]

Really great video Boss.....I waited to watch all 4 parts together. Excellent! You've been given a "gift" from God in regards to your passions, videos, but even more so the messages you share. Part 4 got me a little emotional (as I can see from your other comments, was the same for you and others). I have lots of pictures of my grandfather, dad and my dads brother (who I hunted with when dad was not home). I miss them, but know I'll see them again someday & we can relive our stories right down to my uncles red/black wool jacket. Thank you so much for opening up and letting us into your life. God Bless.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Howdy Steve. This video (part 4) took me 30 hours of editing and I was emotionally drained by the time I hit the upload button. The stuff with my dad and dogs tore me up but I wouldn't be the same person without those memories. Our life experiences make us who we are. I can't picture what kind of story I'd have to offer if all I had done was go to work all my life. It pleases me immensely that so many folks enjoy my videos. I've got a lot planned for 2015 so it should be an interesting year. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts with me. All the best to you brother. God Bless.

[@jamesmitchell5013]

Don't know what I enjoy most, listening to your tales or watching Frankie's shenanigan's! Keep up the good work.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Frankie is something else aint he?

[@jamesmitchell5013]

thebossoftheswamp He sure is, I know you won't but if you ever did need a home for Frankie, I've got plenty of room! :)

[@jjcooper8]

My favorite video so far... LOVE family photos and happy memories. Family and family pets are very important to me. "Frankie" you are the cuties by far.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

One of my favorites too :-)

[@movedon12]

Frankie so cute as a puppy, I had a black lab she defended me always by my side, you haven't had it easy Boss but I learned that no matter how bad things get, we always learn something from it. Thank you made me tear but I did discover I had a heart lol 😂

[@shugardad]

Pure poetry.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you Sir.

[@673Piper]

Wow, this one hit home for sure. I have a jacket of my dad's hanging in the closet. Whenever I throw it on I know he's with me. Usually out back at the fire. I have a chocolate lab named Guinness, she's been an amazing buddy over the past 14 years. She can't keep up with me like she used to, but comes to life like a young pup whenever we are up at the camp. Not sure how many seasons she has left with us so I treat everyone like it could be the last. Amazing memories and so many laughs. Thanks for being here Boss. Cheers...

[@thebossoftheswamp]

This is one of my favorite productions. I love this series and I'm glad you enjoyed it. All the best.

[@backcountrypipe]

Well JC, you really outdid yourself with this series. The last part of this's video has left tears in my eyes as the way you spoke of your dad and the photos you shared with us is really something I could relate to. Also your thoughts on dogs could not be more true. I like my dog more than most people. LOL Really inspiring, and for that I thank you. Regards Mark

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you for the heartfelt response Mark. I lost a lot of water piecing this together. The memories of my dad and dogs drained the life out of me. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@Maritimer]

I always seem to say it each video you put out "was your best" but I cant see any new ones beating this one, thanks so much for sharing your story, loved the old pictures and tales of you father. great stuff, makes me think of the good times I spend with my Father, Mother and Brothers at our camp. All the Best Boss/Frankie.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

When I was working on this one, the whole 30 hours it took to piece together. My intention was to give acknowledgment to everyone that sent packages but also hoped I could stir emotions and make people reflect on loved ones they've lost and take a moment to "think" about what's really important in life. From all the heartfelt responses, I'm thinking it's mission accomplished. I love this stuff.

[@Maritimer]

Mission Accomplished my friend. Thanks Again

[@hippykdb]

Hi JC I watched this video 7 or 8 times and each time I've been at a loss for words to make a comment. It is no wonder that make deep meaningful videos after seeing the good and bad times you've traveled through in your life and you still have such a positive outlook on life!! Thank you very much for taking the time to make videos and giving us a glimpse into your life. I hope your future gives you happiness and takes you where you want to be, take care and keep safe, Kevin.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

I always enjoy and look forward to your responses buddy. Yes, life sure has its ups and downs. I have my stresses and my funks but can usually pull myself out of them within a day or two. I am going to address this topic in a future video. Thank you for all your views and comments.

[@anAHDAMofYAH]

Thank you Again. For Your Wonderful adventures you share with us. This Truly brings misty eyes, But Misty Eyes of Happiness! Not only do you & your Frankie ( with pets of your past ) Bring us Nature in its Beauty, Your Narrating of your Past, & Present Is Gifted in itself. Blessings to you both. Shalom

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thanks for taking the time to comment. Blessings to you my friend.

[@spudrubble]

As always excellently done. Rather watch a million of your videos than a minutes worth of prime time.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting.

[@tonybright7897]

WOW!! that was very touching brother! now i understand why you wear that old red and black jacket! I always thought, I'm sure he has the money to buy a jacket that the sleeve isn't torn out, so why wear that one. but now it all makes perfect sense.Those are beautiful stories about your dad. I'm saddened to know this series has ended, but i certainly hope you will not keep us waiting too long for a new one. Thanks so much for sharing such intimate moments of your life with all of us. you certainly are one of a kind my friend. atb. Tony

[@tonybright7897]

Dean, if you havent's whatched boss of the swamp, you def. need to brother!! that man has an amazing gift of story telling. man he can really touch your heart!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you Tony.I have a lot of shirts that are torn to shreds and they give me more comfort than any new one has to offer. I'll be picking this series back up next sring when I return to NH once again. But for now, It's cabin time. I'll have a new update coming soon. Thanks again for all your views and comments.

[@SuperFourwinns]

I was surprised. I didn't know that there was a part 4. Great Job!!!!!!!!!!

[@23Josilee]

Beautiful life story...and Frankie is one more beautiful, lucky dog, or on the other hand, you could say, you're one more lucky guy to have Frankie. Thanks for sharing. Loved seeing your Dad!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Glad you enjoyed it. Yes Frankie and I are lucky to have each other. We're a good team.

[@louisemissouri4410]

It is so hard to slow people down now days. The life of working for someone else takes it's toll on every part of us. I have to remind my daughter to get out of the apartment and enjoy the life and beauty around her. She calls me after each adventure telling me how wonderful she feels, like a weight is taken off her shoulders. It's cleansing to get into the woods. My heart breaks each time I remember my dad. An artist and inventor and he could make you smile just to look into his eye's he had so much love for everyone and the tiniest details of nature would stop him in his tracks from any chore he was doing so he could show us the wonder of it all. Ahhh if I had not lost all my journals in the flood of hurricane Andrew in 92, wow I'd be happy about it too. I keep having flashes every now and again of things I've forgotten and write those recovered memories in my journal today. Your so blessed to be able to have yours at your finger tips. Thanks for sharing your life with us. ATB Louise :)

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you Louise for taking the time to share your thoughts. I was hoping this video would make others reflect on their lives and their loved ones and it has. Mission accomplished. :-))

[@MEK-qi4ze]

Thanks JC, lost my dad this year, your story of your dad brought me to a good place of all my memories of my dad

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Sorry for your loss.

[@MEK-qi4ze]

TY JC, been watching you since beginning, inspired me to start unloading over past 10 years, bought 150 ac of TN mountain property, hunting is great, cabin in progress, soon will let go of corporate world and enjoy what's left. When I cross my property line, can't even explain the feeling

[@pamp5797]

Hay Boss just wanted to add I hope you keep these videos coming they bring me laughter and tears and they are some of my favorites.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thanks Pam. I have no intention of stopping.

[@MikeWareoffthebeatenpath]

I enjoyed this series very much, As most who know me well will tell you. He missed his calling by 150 years. I still do what I have to survive in this world. But If I could step back in time it would be before all this electronic world took over. I keep journals of all my adventures for past 20 years. I wished I had started at age 5 tho instead of 25. They will pass on to my son when I feel the time is right. He is 5 and as soon as he is writing. He will get his 1st journal. And be shown all of mine so he can see the importance and the memories. Thanks again for the series. Will check out others and be waiting till spring 2015.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thanks for all your views and comments. Glad you're enjoying my channel.

[@djreilly100]

I think you got your story telling ways from your pop, keep em up,boss you bring a little sun into the gloom of life. Thanks

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Wait till I tell you about that deer that kept crossing the brook ha ha. Thanks for commenting.

[@Backyardhomesteader]

Thank you for sharing your life. As it has enriched mine.

[@opossumly7789]

Well said. +1 from me!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

You're welcome and thank you for commenting.

[@elitebowman5386]

Nothing like growing up and going into hunting camp on Friday nights. We used to rush home from work, get our stuff ready and race to camp. And the beer would flow. Now a days, lucky if we can even make it in but 2 or 3 weekends a year. and now we don't drink, lol, go figure. I wish my son could enjoy hunting camp . He has allergies really bad and cannot even go there with us. If we are lucky, on Thanksgiving day he makes it to the land where we hunt for a drive or two. He is a Senior in High School Football right now. So I am enjoying his last year and not sure when I will make it in. His team won their Division, so not sure how far they will make it into the playoffs, but they have a good chance to go to the Syracuse Dome. Which would be his dream. Thank you for sharing your video's. They are very good and you have a nack to get us to chuckle. Thanks again and good luck hunting and trapping this Fall.

[@dennisjpoleyjr8713]

Stop..I can't...too many feels... Great stuff, its always good to look ahead to what's next, and always slow down a little to enjoy the now, and fun to look back at how we got to where we are. Sometimes it feels like we can't go on...then sometimes it seems like everything's perfect and can't get any better...it works itself out. Love to watch your videos, its like seeing an old buddy and catching up with how things are going.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you Dennis. That was a good comment. Thanks for posting.

[@2bonosc]

Just when I think you can't get any better... Thanks JC

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you my friend.

[@bhag149]

That video stirred up some old memories. Best production you have ever put out.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thanks buddy. It took the longest to produce for sure. Glad you enjoyed.

[@ldcawley45]

A most touching video Boss, I agree wholehearted with you on the ledgers and photos. The older you get the better the memories get.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

I don't write as often as I used to but really should try to return to it. I guess I type so much on the computer now that I just never find the time. I'm going to talk more about journaling in a future video. Thanks for commenting.

[@Tossdart]

Simply the best. That is the other one we near died parting with my last two my old Buddy was almost 16. Just don't know can we make it this time & while we gave our mutts the best life I will be 75 for next two just don't think heart will take the parting.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Tossdart Parting with a good dog is nearly unbearable. I tear up just with the thought of losing Frankie. I can't even picture making videos without him.

[@Ron4936]

Brought back memories of the good days :)

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Happy to hear that Ron. Thanks for commenting.

[@janied8831]

Must be Umb-tenth time I’ve watched and enjoy more every time!! So uplifting as are all your an Lori’s video!! God Bless 🙏 an Health!!🙏🙏🙏🕊

[@thebossoftheswamp]

I love this video and plan to do a remake of it someday. This series was made when i could use all my great sound tracks. That was before utube ruined everything with all their stupid unjustifiable copyright claims :-/

[@IWALKOUTDOORS]

Ok this one got me. I was ok till the dogs of days past and your dad. My best was a yellow lab Hobbes what a retriever pure white in color had him for 14 years. The best smell in the world is a combo wood smoke wet dog and fresh coffee. Just another fantastic video a few laughs few tears and alot of wonderfull memories. Just keep them comming. Thanks.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

I was spilling the water pretty good making this one buddy. Damn tear jerkin memories of my dad and dogs. The emotions were flying. Glad I got others to "feel" a little too. All the best to ya buddy.

[@Linda204]

What a awesome story you had me hanging on to every word I pray my children will learn that simple can be awesome you know when I start this last passage in my life my children will learn its not as hard of work as the one they live now they are so busy the true meaning of family is passing them by oh how I long for them days again you are a wonderful person to follow your heart thank you for sharing it with us

[@davewygonowski984]

Amen, brother, amen.

[@8869crysler]

I have no doubt it was draining. Looking forward to what you have in store for 2015. I can only imagine how doing that would impact me. You have a lot to offer and as I said there's is no doubt God has given you a gift and a path and your using it. Sharing it with others...what a blessing. I reside in a rural area of central NY ( I have spent a lot of time in the Adirondacks and the outdoors. My friend & hunting buddy (Joe) really enjoy the videos. Enjoy your relaxing & recharging time.

[@jerrybrand9114]

My wife is always asking " what are looking at". I then show her your video , not sure when I stumbled across your vids but I cant stop watching them. Keep the good work and plz dont stop making em. JERRY Michigan guy

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you Jerry. It pleases me that so many enjoy them. Thanks for commenting.

[@antton77]

How can there be 2 dislike for this ..Love your work and what you stand for mate

[@bobbyballengee6221]

You accomplished your goal on making us reflect back to the good old days Boss. Loved this video you did a awesome job my friend. And made the heart swell missing all the loved ones. Great Great job my friend!! I know we have never met but your more like me and my family than you will ever know.Your a great man Boss. You and Frankie have a great early fall.And GOD BLESS

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you Bobby. Your heartfelt words mean a lot. I appreciate you taking the time to comment. God Bless.

[@bwilkinson6901]

seeing a new posting from JC always makes me happy. keep up the good work

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Happy to hear that. Glad you enjoy.

[@ronelchason9924]

i ve got goosebumps each video.... what a life... what memories... that s not nostalgy thats love.... regards from Swiss

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed.

[@Mizpah61]

Just amazing! I came across your channel about a week ago and have been enjoying your work as I watch a few videos everyday. My friend, your outlook, philosophy and dedication to enjoying life on your terms are very inspiring! As I watch your vids, I'm reminded that the simple pleasures are the best....a good fire, good food and a walk in the woods. Thanks for taking the time to post these and know that you're having a positive impact on this world of ours!!

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. Happy to hear you are enjoying my videos. Please share my channel with others that may enjoy them as well. All the best.

[@bmikeg1]

This one made me think of my dad and the stories he told.Its been 20 years since he died and ill tell ya sometimes it feels like yesterday you know.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

I know what you're saying brother. I hoped this vid would stir memories in my viewers. So glad it has. Thanks for commenting.

[@hoss1049]

Love the video! Lots of meaning, right to the heart. Exactly what Im trying to teach my sons! Thanks, Matt

[@terryporche8745]

Great piece JC. I love the woods and outdoors also. It may me think back to my grandfather who taught me woods and hunting and fishing. My dad was always working to provide a living for my mother and 3 brothers. Thank you so much.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts :-)