Unsafe SCHOOL BUS STOP forces kids to WALK on the STREET!

This is a very special one. I got caught behind a bus this week and was shocked to see the stop the kids got off at! Another complete dumping ground. The kids had to walk on the street because the sidewalks were completly trashed. I knew right then that this would by my next project.
This one took 2 days but it was well worth it. Found a couple toilets, front bumper, diapers, and a whole lot of trash. Also, my truck window got smashed - but it was all worth it to see the end result!
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[@hopeleftme9680]

We pay taxes to the schools, the cities, the states... and it take a random stranger with no ties to the property to make it safe for these kids to walk home after getting off a bus every day. Disgraceful! Thank you for helping these kids out. You're a gem.

[@Beach-Star-Experience-550-YT]

Where are the parents? They can't meet with the school board, write to their representative and ask why this isn't being taken care of, or plan a group cleanup with other parents and kids to clean it up? Just seems lazy and the kids get put into the street where it's not safe either.

[@daniellejarvis157]

@@Beach-Star-Experience-550-YT I think people don't 'see' things. They drive by it every day and just become desensitized to it. Also, a lot of people don't prioritize landscaping/yardwork, so they really don't see any problem with overgrowth. I think it's more of a perception difference than laziness.

[@kaebella2259]

​@daniellejarvis157 well the bus driver SEES the kids literally walk on the streets.

[@stoveboltlvr3798]

@@Beach-Star-Experience-550-YT Chances are they walk in the street anyway but still should be cleaned up by the city. Amazing what some elbow grease can do.

[@addman]

Suburban cities don't really take in enough money to really take care of every block of road and sidewalk. They rely on new suburban areas and inner city zones to pay for the maintenance of other older areas. Unfortunately, that Ponzi-like game fails apart when they stop growing, and now they have large stretches of roads and infrastructure they need to maintain. So, they have started neglecting some areas of the city to maintain the areas that generate business, taxes, and happy Donors.

[@rosalindabarrett7508]

This is psychologically so healthy for the students and community. You’re a blessing to your community and family.

[@MidlifeStockman]

I thought the same. I’m smiling thinking about how they feel getting off the bus.

[@kristenpeters4434]

Not to mention anyone in the neighborhood who is disabled or elderly. This is a newly safe walking route for everyone. ❤

[@pennyhinson4949]

This then, is the responsible of the landowner for letting the vegetation get out of control. Could the city council gone around identifying abandoned property, and made it a project for citizens to clean up and make it a safer neighborhood, or even make it a Saturday event.

[@Bumblebee4Trump]

@pennyhinson4949 Actually, it's the city's responsibility to keep the sidewalks clear. And yea, the property owner has probably been cited a few times but has done nothing to remedy the issue. I would have cited the prop owner for a potential fire violation.. but that's just me.

[@cathytetzlaff6638]

In our community it's the property owner's responsibility to keep the sidewalk free of ice, snow, etc. They will mow an overgrown property and then charge the landowner. I live in a village of 900 though.

[@Iam_iznek]

Thank you ! My 12yr old little brother lost his life to a careless driver at a unsafe bus stop 💗 thank you so much I’m hope this keeps children safe

[@cherylschantz9893]

So very sorry for your loss.

[@user-do1bq1ym4c]

😢 I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@DelenaLearns]

Oh thats aweful. Im sorry.

[@jessiemichelle5642]

😔

[@chloesibilla8199]

Bus stops really should be a priority instead of an afterthought

[@SaraSilva-ru4lv]

I just really appreciate the young men who came off the bus and said thank you . Well done to those parents you’ve raised your boys right! Too many in our community just don’t stop to say thanks, THANKS!

[@kellyalves756]

And what great role modeling! Next time those guys are hanging out, bored, it might cross their minds to seek out landscaping projects. I plowed up my wild back yard with a pick axe and turned it into an actual lawn the summer I was 17 because I was bored.

[@xavthomas]

If it were my son, I'd want him to offer to help.

[@mazmellem2773]

Both groups of kids said thank you. I was more impressed with them than with the guy in the car who seemed more concerned he'd leave the trash behind.

[@mazmellem2773]

​@@xavthomasBut did the kids know this was someone volunteering out of the goodness of their heart rather than someone who'd been hired to do the job? I think that would make a difference in whether or not they'd come to help.

[@xavthomas]

@@mazmellem2773 Very true. Good point

[@alexiiiaaa7893]

The fact that people will now get to use the side walk and think “finally the city did something”, NO CITY DIDNT DO SHIT! give this man an award!

[@BonezBeanz]

Many city officials are being paid for doing nothing which is pathetic since it's Taxpayer's money that pays them. Why are they not doing their real jobs which isn't the donut shops?

[@amyodell7157]

👏🏻

[@julien2912]

Someone in the neighborhood needs to tell the city that Stockman cleaned this lot up and did the city's job for them. The need to know that it was done by someone who doesn't even own that lot! They'll probably try to fine the property owner, of the lot, instead of taking responsibility for not cleaning themselves.

[@katieobbink4612]

He should send the city a bill. Except they'd probably fine him for doing unsolicited work on city property.

[@anjahaga]

In Europe (at least in The Netherlands) it's the city's job to maintain sidewalks and mow the sides of the streets!

[@lydiamabry8274]

Can you imagine the impact that it would be if we all took responsibility like this for our communities.

[@OP-1000]

Yeah, pay some more taxes and you don’t have to worry about stuff like that anymore.

[@TheVortexGaming]

@@OP-1000 you mean if taxes actually went to “fixing roads” instead of handouts.

[@JinnTwinn]

@@TheVortexGamingyeah, my city might not have fixed the roads that run through and around it but hey! they built a new intersection and constructed new million dollar housing for a neighborhood! (The roads for the library down the street from there are pot hole and crack heaven.) paying more tax always helps!

[@Inatehigger113]

@@OP-1000 clown

[@ScoutLabrador]

Wow. You did an amazing job on that corner. That neighborhood has been through a lot over the yrs. I know folks who work across the street out of that garage. Bless you.

[@notperfect2440]

As a school bus driver, you are AMAZING! Thank you 🙏🏽

[@MidlifeStockman]

No you are!!! Thank you for your service to our youth!

[@beverlysearles61]

The property owners need to be fined for not keeping up the property! You are a wonderful person for cleaning this mess up. Thank you!

[@jocelynmartin1572]

A lot of run-down properties are owned by empoverished elders. Fining them won't suddenly give them the ability to keep up or the money to hire it done.

[@Per-WOLF]

We already pay very expensive taxes, the city should use this money to clean the sidewalks. and for what? the city is always a mess and dirty and the streets are in terrible condition.

[@azmanmdsalleh2009]

In that sense he should return the twigs, marshes or vines borne from that particular property....but a good deed came from a good heart ❤

[@johnnyswag2802]

Some kid could have taken a bad fall and ended up in the hospital. I bet then the parents would be suing the city and the property owners. Wonder why Code Enforcement hasn't had the property owner and the city to clean up that mess.

[@davidbutton3500]

@@jocelynmartin1572 If fining them doesn't work, then the city can clean up the property and bill the land owner. If they don't pay, put a lean on the property. When the property is sold, then the city can get their money back.

[@zachdavis4597]

Can't help but laugh at you're broken window. No good deed goes unpunished. But you didn't let it break your stride. We can all learn alot from your kindness and patience.

[@MidlifeStockman]

Craps always going to happen. Can’t let it get you down!

[@killinglonliness88]

Your*

[@Jell0zz]

​@@killinglonliness88Probably just a case of the Swype. It tried to put car instead of case in this paragraph.

[@CaptDicker]

It happens, this happened one time when I was shucking gravel on a roof and hit a client's window parked down below...well crap

[@ieatgarbage4216]

@@killinglonliness88good job, soldier. Without your input I’d never figure out what that commenter was saying! 🫡

[@CB-dj1uz]

Wow! Even if the kids don’t use the sidewalk not getting dropped off at a junkyard anymore would certainly raise your spirits!

[@SarahDenna]

Kids are gonna be kids. They may or may not use the sidewalk, but at least it’s there for them if a car comes. And yes, it’s a mood lifter. The dump it was before definitely affects how people see their community.

[@mariellouise1]

Great job! So much work. I’m impressed!

[@jennifertallbear4480]

A stranger cares more about the kids than their own community? Hopefully the kids see this example and are inspired to be real men and women God bless you

[@Gumbier_Than]

So glad he didn't get flake from the police for doing this. Saw a guy cleaning an abandoned lot with his own truck and equipment, get hassled by cops to cease & desist. It looked so good too!

[@daniellejoens6920]

The fact that the city ignored the fact that the kids had to walk in the street to avoid walking in garbage and a jungle amazes me. Great job!.

[@GrampiesCorner]

It amazes me that the people in this community ignored this as well. Too bad they did not take pride in their community and organize a neighborhood clean-up day.

[@etienneE]

As non-US, this job should have been done by the city? Or state? Or the neighbourhood? As I think you are responsible for your part of your pavement?

[@johanneabelsen1644]

The parents in the neighborgmhood should all do a get-together WITH their kids and make a clean-up day. But good job, anyways.

[@irishdaisy1628]

​@etienneE it differs, I think most places are the property owners have to maintain clearing and cutting around sidewalks. The actual sidewalks are maintain by city. Had a business owner in Missouri was told to cut the grass in front of his store, but told he couldn't put a sign up because it was not his property. He told whoever was telling him to cut it that if he can't put a sign up he will not cut it so city takes care of it. A town in Michigan will fine a business owner if sidewalks are not cleared and salted during winter.

[@user-uq5fb3bx6w]

​@etienneE Evidently the people that own the property haven't been keeping up proper maintenance of their yard. The city has duty to alert the property owner to clean up. If the warning fails the city has authority to do the maintenance and apply the cost to their taxes.

[@BrendaOsif-zk4fp]

Best one man show, hands down. I’m sure this will make an impression on the students. They saw one person cared enough. Thanks for caring.👍💚

[@samcaballero1538]

The city and/or county should be ashamed of themselves for letting this specific area get out of hand where children board the school the bus as well as putting the children in potential danger by the children having to walk in the street. Job well done! P.s. Moreover, the city and/or the county (individually or jointly) should recognize you and should pay you for doing their job!

[@vickithomas949]

Unfortunately, they also saw how disrespectful and lazy people are to throw all that trash onto land they don't own! Examples of the best and worst of fellow man

[@mariechrisman3957]

Those kids don't give a sht about that corner, if they did they would be off there I pads and getting together to clean it

[@daisykoga2477]

M you did such a great great job clearing out that unmaintained area for the kids and other passersby! Whoever owns that private property needs to do their share to beautify the rest of that property by removing the remainder of the overgrowth and keeping it from growing back. You went above and beyond by removing all that trash and fixing that fence. You are amazing!!! ❤

[@subramaniamalagasundram6546]

I hope the authorities will look into the continued maintenance of this place.

[@LA-em4kr]

The county should pay you for making it safe for the children. Good man, Good job!!!! Those kids don't realize how lucky they are!!!

[@billiewhyers2823]

How do people dare to dump toilets and trash right on city sidewalks, it’s beyond my comprehension. Bless you for your efforts 😊

[@coldpond]

I'm much older now, back in the day day (50's) men would gather to tackle community projects. Sense of pride. Your one. Thank you, sir. 👍

[@SophiaAphrodite]

I am in my 50s and the only people I have ever seen do this, ever were prisoners or students. Longing for a time that did not exist to make you feel good about yourself is creepy

[@jurassicjeepdc]

@@SophiaAphroditeI have seen it, and I am in my 30’s. The “creepy” comment was completely unnecessary. I have seen people band together in smaller towns, rural roads (ex: fixing potholes on dirt roads), and sometimes in the suburbs. The county/city should be taking care of it, but we all know that doesn’t happen much of the time.

[@helenlayley]

Happens in our village at least twice a year. Not at all creepy.

[@lanatrapp1589]

@SophiaAphrodite I do believe she was talking about the 1950's, not her age. That fact doesn't matter. Your comment wasn't appropriate at all. The reason we hardly have this anymore is because of attitudes like yours. I hardly ever respond to ignorant people. But this was a bit much.

[@gypsysoul.]

​In the 50s. As in 1950s. If you are 50 yrs old. You were a 70s baby. ​ Also, your experiences don't invalidate someone elses. 🤦‍♀️ Simple shyt. @@SophiaAphrodite

[@yarberrydonald]

I love how a few of the kids even said thank you

[@MidlifeStockman]

Me too!!!

[@jeorgyboop5063]

​@@MidlifeStockman Those two boys who thanked you should have offered to help????,

[@dawert2667]

Well they just got out of an 8 hour school day and have to go home to probably around 4 additional hours of homework so I think we should probably give them a pass on this one lol

[@jeorgyboop5063]

@@dawert2667 OK🙄

[@Nick--Spears0]

​@@jeorgyboop5063they're kids, you also don't know the responsibilities they have at home. Get a grip. 😂

[@tracihead1735]

I bet the students appreciated that someone cared enough to do something for them not because they had to but because the students deserved better.❤❤❤

[@mikesimms5750]

Even fixed some random fence. You're truly too good a soul for this world. We don't deserve you.

[@bertusgrobler2146]

My wife and I watched this episode from Pretoria, South Africa. Your endurance is inspiring. Not just the physical labour, but also your work ethics in doing the job 100%. Well done.

[@MidlifeStockman]

Wow! Thanks for the support.

[@user-xe9dl3dq5i]

What a difference 😮. You are a good example of someone working hard and making a difference to the kids and the neighborhood. Shame on the school district for not caring.

[@ambi786_]

Hello fellow neighbor 😊😅❤.. I agree this was so motivational. And definitely inspirational

[@VioletJoy]

That's so cool. It's amazing how KZbin has connected people all across the globe.

[@julien2912]

That is a great compliment coming from someone in Africa. I know because after visiting Africa 6 times I learned that all citizens of Africa are very hard workers.

[@rosecorona8682]

Wow, amazing....you should be recommended for an award from the school board for keeping the children safe!

[@milliecreech2570]

And the city needs to give you a reward for taking more pride in your town then they do.

[@barbaralam3778]

Absolutely 💯 percent awesome job even the kids appreciate it

[@TwoFingeredMamma]

But hes white, so your leftist government will give the award to a foriegn immigrant instead.

[@victoriasuarez3193]

The school board should be responsible for maintaining a safe drop off fir the kids. That is absolutely total disregard for student safety. Also where us Code enforcement. The owner of that lut should be made to keep it trimmed, at least to the area if tge sidewalk. Of course who owns it, would be interesting to know, probably government property. Great Job and it was acknowledged by all that stopped to say it looks great.

[@jacquelinewhite3762]

Amazing transformation

[@robertdaniels3029]

This is what it means to say " make America Great Again ". People loving people, people loving communities and people loving themselves. The joy of giving.....

[@berlinerjung5304]

but them locals give af….

[@roybrowning2685]

Giving without expecting any reward in exchange !

[@Famr4evr]

We need to all keep doing this! Giving without reward. Making America Great!!

[@Pes._]

​@@roybrowning2685besides 60 grand (ATLEAST probably way more since its such a "family trusted channel") yea hes doing good work. But dont feel his narcissim anymore, he clearly already has an issue with it. N if he wasnt thinking about the 2 years of hardwork in cold cash as kickback, why does he grab the camera everytime?

[@tweety5554]

What a difference you have made in that area. The entire neighborhood should be grateful and really should have come out help. The children coming off the bus should have offered to help. Anyway, we are thankful for your efforts and the difference you are making communities!

[@MidlifeStockman]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@cvodthemod2103]

It takes only one person to care. It takes only one person to care to make a difference. It takes only one person to care to inspire others. Thanks for being that person. Bless you!

[@macdonaldrosemary]

thanks for sharing this. Love it.

[@moondog3056]

It takes one person who needs content and views for his KZbin channel

[@melinavanesamoreyra9185]

​@@moondog3056 God Bless KZbin if every content creator were like him. But you are so stupid saying that when the content can easily be doing crappy thing and annoying other people.

[@joewiniecki3282]

@@moondog3056it takes one minute to rethink commenting. your a disgrace

[@deborahberklite5380]

I have seen other people cut grass like you do but I've never seen anyone pick up trash and repair stuff like you do. You do a great job and people should be happy with what you do

[@MidlifeStockman]

Why thank you!!!

[@ccnicole26]

There is nothing more precious than time and you dedicated yours to your community. 💕 Thank you for all you do!

[@DouglasFergen-pq9ru]

What an awesome example of community service!

[@catharinealvarez7964]

Wow! This is a dramatic difference that will help a lot of people. Thank you for persisting through a broken window, broken chainsaw, dead batteries, intractable roots, and everything else! I really appreciate you fixing the fence as a finishing touch. Hopefully, that will discourage further dumping.

[@MidlifeStockman]

It was a lot - but so worth it!!

[@catharinealvarez7964]

@@MidlifeStockman yes, it came out great. It's lucky that the sidewalk itself wasn't too broken apart.

[@user-ih1dk6oj6z]

Remarkable job let's hope the kids don't drop trash there

[@catharinealvarez7964]

@@user-ih1dk6oj6z pretty sure it's not kids dumping bumpers and toilets.

[@BarbaraM-lv7pe]

yes, but kids drop water bottles and fast food wrappers (I live on the neighborhood walk to school)

[@Aunty-A]

I really wish your local government would recognize you for all the amazing and incredibly hard work you do for the community! Giving these kids a sidewalk to walk home on……..how basic is that?!?!? The local government should be ashamed of how inadequately they serve the children of the community where their parents pay taxes! Shameful!!!!

[@skylilly1]

I totally agree with you. They could even get the kids to help out they could pay them like $20 an hour and maybe bring them pizza and they could clean up the whole corner and make them part of the community they live in. We used to have to help out at our school, I wonder when they got rid of that?

[@syndillucian]

I am curious why the property owner was not responsible for this stretch of sidewalk. I know I am responsible for the 'public' sidewalk in front of my home, not sure why this person was not? Just curious, does your local government clear all the public sidewalks where you live? Or is the the responsibility of the individual homeowners?

[@christineb8148]

@@syndillucian in my town, the space from the curb to the building is all the responsibility of the private property owners, so I agree, this is most likely a property owner problem, not a municipal one.

[@vwPoloTDI]

@@christineb8148 maybe the owner died,nobody lives there?anyway if you have a school stop there,the city should clean it

[@juliaforsyth8332]

That's weird. In my country the area between the property line to the curb is the Council's responsibility, which we pay for in our Rates (Property Tax?). And it's well kept.@@syndillucian

[@charryverhage833]

The township should appreciate your work in the community and acknowledge you 😊

[@melodyzakowich1155]

Thanks for making it safe for the children. Your an awesome person👏👏

[@brucesimpson8579]

It's always good for the youngsters to witness an older person with a good work ethic and not afraid to get their hands dirty.

[@R-Texas]

@brucesimpson8579 I agree with your comment. I always pray the kids will see a good deed being done by an adult so it will encourage them to want to be like that. Sean made a good role model, God knows in these days they need them!

[@user-xt4pm7cq1u]

Пожилого?????? Да он очень молодой.

[@asplashofeverything]

You do. Good. Josh yes .⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐❤☑️➕🍀👍🏻💪🏾🤠

[@96Duelfuel]

Older... lol

[@gracecollins8415]

If parents cared, they'd fix it.

[@ellentorres6314]

It's a shame that the town doesn't maintain bus stops for the kids...hats off to you for your kindness...I'm sure the kids appreciate being safer

[@austinbevis4266]

This is so noble. My back hurts just watching this

[@ramonahallick3331]

That was a tough one, the parents should all be out thanking you for keeping their kids safe and cleaning the community.

[@BrutalBex]

If I was rich I'd replace that window, you definitely deserve a new one! Blessing to you sir!

[@MidlifeStockman]

I appreciate that!!!

[@rinzler6757]

Well done. Every kid on that bus got to see how a few days of community service can transform something ugly into something nice.

[@dubyaelle5533]

Great job. You're the neighborhood's dad. What a juicy cleanup!

[@estxd6764]

Thank you for being respectful to the mother’s nature

[@debracollins9133]

This is perfect! You did an enormous amount of work on this one, and never gave up even with awful roots, vines, and a busted window. The results are fantastic! Those kids can have a safe and clean place to get to and from school. Thank you for straightening out that fence, too. I was looking forward to this video, and you never disappoint. Loved every minute. You are awesome. Shout out to your wife and kids for their unwavering support! ❤️

[@rozachernushchernush5549]

clearing this sidewalk has not made the area safer.

[@meatavoreNana]

Certainly made the area more attractive

[@sauhamm3821]

there’s gym strong and then there’s real work strong… farmer strength is different there are no sets or reps, it’s just work until the work is done. crazy impressive!

[@MidlifeStockman]

That’s right! I used to be in the gym a whole lot more. This is a great substitute.

[@lisadupree-pz6wg]

@@MidlifeStockmanbetter. More strength than a gym membership.

[@eliz49]

I can’t believe no other neighbor stopped by to thank you or give support!

[@user-do1bq1ym4c]

OMGOODNESS 😮 This was an amazing transformation! I am so impressed by your quality of hard work, strength and stamina 💪👏 Your wife and children must be so proud of you. The city needs to commend you for stepping up and making a safe place for the school children to walk. May God bless you for your kindness.😇🕊️🙏

[@MidlifeStockman]

❤️❤️ thanks so much!!

[@Bumblebee4Trump]

As a laborer all my life, this is absolutely a backbreaking and thankless job. You son are the cream de la creme. Thank you for the services and safe keeping of our children.

[@theglowcloud2215]

Maybe you should've learned a skilled trade and then you wouldn't have grown up to vote for Trumpster.

[@ArmedAndIndigenous]

​@theglowcloud2215 absolutely stupid comment. I am a man of many skilled trades and I definitely prefer trump. And I can speak for thousands of skilled Tradesmen like myself. Foh

[@da_great_dane1484]

​@theglowcloud2215 are u a democrat?

[@ohthereyouarepeter1435]

​@@theglowcloud2215seriously though, something as ignorant as this absolutely has to be a rage bait comment because I can't see someone being that unintelligent

[@Bumblebee4Trump]

@theglowcloud2215 Says the man who's doesn't appreciate an honest days work.

[@cowgirlway5]

Wow! 🤩 another great job! As a Michigander I want to thank you for representing Michigan in such a positive way! You’re one of my faves I applaud you.

[@MidlifeStockman]

Yay!!! Thank you

[@kellybrus8663]

For all of the students families and schools. Thank you for caring. ❤️

[@brendasoler4759]

What an amazing service to the community you've performed here. Kids shouldn't ever get dropped off at a place like it was before your hard work. Thank you.

[@monie2193]

The city council should be ashamed that someone had to come in and do their job. It also amazes me that the parents of these children have not caused an uproar about safety issues at a school's bus stop.

[@theglowcloud2215]

If their city council is anything like our city council here in North Carolina, it's filled with career grifters who don't give a solitary fuck about the city and are only worried about one thing: movin' on up.

[@joewiniecki3282]

Idk if you noticed, but there is very little traffic on this road. The town I grew up in dropped kids off at bus stops with zero sidewalks…

[@timbriere2325]

Thank you for showing those students how an adult behaves.

[@R-Texas]

@timbriere2325 👏👏Yes!!!

[@singmysong1167]

Noble thoughts, noble plans, noble deeds...truly a noble man!

[@R-Texas]

@@singmysong1167 Love your comment!

[@sandramajowicz5844]

Thank you for being such a great citizen for the community? I hope the kids and their parents are very grateful to you.

[@elizabethfleck6536]

Hugs and Thanks! Yes, you are a hero! Instead of complaining about the mess, you do something about it!

[@MidlifeStockman]

Thank you thank you thank you!!

[@inessa_cross]

What a kind heart! It`s also very nice that you restored the fence, respecting private property, no matter what its condition and who`s the owner. I would give you a million likes if it was possible. You are a wonderful and hardworking person! You spread kindness to the society

[@MidlifeStockman]

I appreciate the kind words so much!!

[@MidlifeStockman]

I appreciate the kind words so much!!

[@paulajones4037]

That's how children should be coming home. You're a teaching those kids a valuable lesson that 1 person can make a difference. THANK YOU😊❤🙏

[@sylhayes8152]

You should get the school’s community award!

[@MidlifeStockman]

Honored to be helping where I can!

[@user-ci7jo8qv2r]

I have nothing to add to these wonderful comments! The school children, their parents, the city, the property owners on the other side of the fence, the community, everyone owes you a HUGE debt of gratitude!! Some people drive by and remark how awful that overgrown garbage dump looks, but you pulled over and made it look safe and clean and neat! Hope you got some insurance to cover the broken window. Thanks for inspiring so many people and for your dedication and hard work!!!

[@MidlifeStockman]

I so appreciate you taking the time to comment - truly means a lot to me!

[@user-cm3om9yd8t]

Amen!!!!

[@mariongerrie3840]

Those students look more than old enough to be helping.

[@LexYeen]

​@@mariongerrie3840so... instead of studying, learning, and helping out their own families, you'd rather they do landscaping work for someone else for free after school? weird thought process but go off I guess

[@mara295]

@@LexYeen Yeah, why would we want to instill a sense of pride and connection to their community. I mean seriously, the guy was only there for 2 days, how could they possibly find the time to go and load up some garbage bags to help out? They seemed perfectly fine walking in traffic, it builds character! Pishtosh I say.

[@beesquestionmark]

I don’t know how any person could dump so much stuff at a place where kids have to walk every day. What a terrible person. Thank you for cleaning up their mess and making these children safer every day

[@TimHammett1964]

Somebody got used to dumping there. Maybe now they will stop doing that now that it's been cleaned up and the fence repaired. We can hope anyway. Love how he fixed that fence too! I watch a lot of yard transformations and this is the first guy I've seen fix anything! Loved it!

[@IzzyKawaiichi]

It's probably multiple people, not just one person.

[@Spiderplant461]

They might not even know kids are there

[@pennyhinson4949]

People in this day and times DONT CARE.

[@SJC49]

Lucky safe kids. The school should show this to all the kids. Good life lesson. Hope they keep their new walkway clean!

[@davidcopperfield-notthemag397]

On this one, you have increased the value and self esteem of all the students that use the bus stop! I am glad they got to see you working and you told them it was for their safety! Great! Well done! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@isabel8526]

Having to walk in the road around a trash heap (especially after a bad school day) would definitely lower my spirits. Thanks man! That was hard work and made a difference in kids’ safety and peace of mind!

[@MidlifeStockman]

I thought the same thing!!!

[@user-ti2rn4wi7y]

Lawn mowing and yard care used to be considered a menial job, one step above trash collector or dogcatcher. You guys on UTube have elevated it to a profession, maybe even an art form. You are much appreciated.❤

[@MidlifeStockman]

I totally agree. Love my work.

[@Sine-gl9ly]

While the general population remains so uncaring about their environment, there are no jobs more important than those such as trash collection, cleaner of public spaces/buildings, sewage worker etc. Those people who still consider them as 'menial' jobs are insulting the hard working folk who - paid or not - perform these vitally-important tasks and, overall, show a narrowmindedness and combined ignorance and arrogance of breathtaking proportions about the world around them. Elevating such jobs' status - whether by youtube channels or otherwise - can only be good for all of us.

[@julietsharp1190]

Thank you for all you do! May you continue to blessed and those who have donated and helped as well! 🙏

[@lesleyfairbairn6822]

I'm not sure how many of those affected by the appalling state of this sidewalk would have thanked you. But I do. Thank you for making this a safer space for children. I live in NZ. We have shelters at our school bus stops and they are kept in good repair and maintained by local authorities.

[@donnaaranda7175]

People that throw diapers out in public places is my biggest pet peeve. It is Uber disgusting 🤢😞. Thank you for cleaning that place up.

[@jellybaker5301]

That’s how malaria started I’m pretty sure people threw there sick kids dipper by there drinking water and bam

[@VioletJoy]

Especially considering there are public trash cans everywhere! Gross! 🤢

[@nachmzln1779]

Man i dont even live there but i would like to thankyou for doing this for the community.

[@SarahKingsleyHaussman]

This video needs to be shown to the school superintendent because he should be making sure that all students have a safe place to wait for their bus.

[@brandonkerr7853]

Even though it’s a massive job in around that fence line, you pick the best time of year to get that all done before it started growing really something fierce! You are definitely one of the most complete restoration guys. I’ve seen on KZbin. 😅

[@junehallaran5897]

I was thinking the same thing--early pruning will probably make the foliage on the fence thicker when it finally gets going. It will prbably look really pretty and thick and maybe the litterers won't try to use this area anymore. Don't we all love edged sidewalks?

[@dianapena926able]

I don’t ever leave comments after watching KZbin videos but I am so impressed by this one. There definitely are not many people out there that would be willing to do this much work trying to help out.

[@MidlifeStockman]

I’m so glad you did!!

[@RebeccaWelch-pm9kj]

You have such a BIG HEART and care for the safety of the kids. You’re a great guy and deserve a “PLATINUM STAR

[@ljohnson9714]

One person can make a difference. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of those kids!

[@stevendaniel8126]

A great man .... and an even greater human being. Thank you !!

[@MidlifeStockman]

Thanks so much!!

[@leecarey4375]

Evidently the property tax is not high enough in this area for the city to be concerned about . Shame on that city council. You did a great job!

[@laurateaho-white9654]

I'm shocked the council didn't even bother to set up a community working bee event. Shame on them. It took one guy a day to do what they couldn't. If I lived in that neighborhood I would be having a serious talk with the council, its their job to maintain footpaths. I'm glad you filmed this and the kids got to witness what you were doing.

[@grandmasmiles7955]

I live in the south, thanks for caring for the kids safety! This should be what we all should be doing!

[@rosemarybrinkman4479]

The before and after photo's are as dramatic as I have seen any where on the net. Your care and attention to the entire project is not only commendable but executed in an excellent way! Thank you for posting this work so all could see.!!! :)

[@MidlifeStockman]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!!

[@lillypad9960]

As a Michigander myself, I wish to thank you for the excellent job you did on that piece of property. Everyone in that neighborhood should be grateful for all your hard work. Blessings.

[@Charlie-yt2iy]

@TheAstroflight bipartisanship is the reason. stop being brainwashed.

[@phh1789]

Thank you sir. It's people like you who restore my faith in humanity.

[@connieverbeck1110]

Thank you for your selfless work for the benefit of others! We need more people like you!! As to where are the parents. They are busy making a living and a life for their kids.

[@Charmaine-rv9xr]

Best bloody transformation I’ve ever seen!!👍 I really wanted to see the kids get off the bus one more time to clean, safe pathway! Good on ya mate- awesome job.

[@MidlifeStockman]

I know! Would have been a bit odd with me standing their filming then get off. Haha

[@timothyokane9710]

@@MidlifeStockman I thought you finished up on Saturday, therefore no busses!!

[@Charmaine-rv9xr]

@@MidlifeStockman yeah when u put it that way!! Definitely creepy bahahaha 👍☺️

[@syndillucian]

I did too!

[@natalieedwards_0415]

Wow‼️ You did an AMAZING job. Thank you for caring for your community. Sorry about the window. Be Blessed and stay safe ❤️🙏🏽

[@bumble4342]

I agree! Yes, the window breaking was too bad. 😥

[@clairegoldsborough6000]

What an amazingly kind job you have done here. You seemed to have quite a bit of bad luck but you kept positive attitude and still did the job. Your battery went on your saw, your chainsaw broke, you accidentally broke the window on your truck, you’re not getting pain one penny for this hard word. Well done to you. You Sir are a good man!

[@MidlifeStockman]

I appreciate that very much!!!

[@evanlee1920]

This is how you serve your family and neighbors! Well done.

[@babettesprenger7602]

You win the award for community activism. I pray the people who use this bus stop will respect the time and energy you put into improving it. God bless you.

[@ItsJoeCantu]

This man literally walked into the future and fixed what could have been a tragic accident from happening. I salute 🫡 you, my man. You may not know this because you stopped something from happening, but you are a HERO.

[@jaspdx63]

Dude made the block ADA-compliant so everyone dependent on mobility devices don't have to be on the street. Outstanding.

[@Ci-Me122...]

I hope that window didn't cost you an arm and a leg to replace. Bless you for what you do. The world needs to follow your example!

[@yadda10akataxpayinvoter]

its only @5 lawn channels on here imo that deserve 1 million subscribers... yours is definitely one of them.. man you did a helluva job.. 5 star all the way

[@MidlifeStockman]

I really appreciate that!! Long way to go to 1M! Haha

[@yadda10akataxpayinvoter]

@@MidlifeStockman ... the one that does have a million.. started out like you... once he got to @100k.. he took off... and so did his quality of work😂.... he does a lot less and got rewarded wit more.. but anyway... I hit the thumbs up on you when the video starts... cause I know its goin to have a 5 star finish.... take care..lookin fwd to the next one...

[@marissalacroix7580]

Holy smokes the before and after is insane , thank you for being you and giving those kiddos a safe place to walk ❤

[@alfonsinafarias9966]

Love people who clean up the world like this. There are people cleaning the ocean and all the trashy areas people do not care about.👏

[@pearlrodrigues372]

Shameful the city won’t maintain the property, that a hard working individual had to go out of their way to make things better for the children. Thank you for your hard work. 🤲❤️

[@High-Barbie]

It's actually a shame that the property owner couldn't be damned to give a fuck about their property and let it fall into that state. Property owners, depending on the city, are responsible for the sidewalk areas surrounding their property.

[@kellter70]

people should quit relying on guv to clean up their communities then step up to the plate and do it, like this gentleman did. too many complain about it n never do anything about it. but socialism seems to perpetuate victim hood. i would have loved to see neighborhood kids and teens helping too. peace~

[@SophiaAphrodite]

This is private property why is it on the city to do it?

[@aileensochon7500]

Superb job. The owners and the Council should be ashamed. 👍👌🙏☺️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@irenehao3878]

Ditto , kinda embarrassing on them

[@AllenTax]

If it is owned by the school. The country/state should be ashamed & sued, fined to pay this guy to channel.

[@latsnojokelee6434]

Kind of sad that none of the parents would get together and try to solve this problem.

[@dw7922]

The local Community should be ashamed. This was in everyone’s ability to do. Hopefully, his actions allowed others to see what they can do.

[@MommahKat]

@@dw7922 You really think the average person has the expertise, time or the equipment for this kind of job? The average person doesn't have a leaf blower, chainsaw, lawn edgers, hand held mini circular saws, etc especially not in poorer neighborhoods where these townships and counties neglect and this kind of things end up happening. Blame the county and township not the people living there for the state of the public sidewalk that THEY are responsible for the upkeep of. Edit: Don't discount this man's dedication and skill and time that he puts into these projects as if everyone is capable to do what he does.

[@mariacrespo2139]

Thank you for helping community cleaning children’s bus stop. God bless you. I have a suggestion. Park your car across the street. This way your car is protected from debris.

[@mikailagoss]

You are such a kind soul. I want to make the world a better place like you.

[@tueywladavis3502]

You would think that situations like this be kept clean by people that have been to community service. Thank you for being so considerate.

[@susanalopezdetexin5614]

In case no one has said thank you! I say it. Thank you for your empathy, hard work, and make a safe place for the kids. You truly are a hero without a cape.

[@maryfox1460]

I heard one of the kids say thank you. You are kind to say thank you too.

[@turnbacktime65]

A real life hero tackling every day challenges. Thank you.❤

[@jennifertallbear4480]

Also nice for the dads to get the older kids out to help do this too❤️

[@christinepoe1944]

You are, by far, my favorite lawn care channel. Such detail in your work. Thank you for being such a blessing to your community.

[@bumble4342]

I agree! My favorite too, due to his incredible, excellent work.

[@deepj3908]

Absolutely the BEST yard guy I've seen!! You have to have a special soul to just take something so awful and think of those that need a safer place to exit the bus and make it a place that shines. I would bill the city for that window. Least they can do. Bravo!! Just amazing!! 🥰👏🤗👍😇

[@Ayjayem333]

The energy feels so different now. Clean neighborhoods with clear visibility often repel illegal dumpers. Great job! ✨️

[@beccatorres]

Despite broken windows and chainsaws, as well as thick roots and vines, you persevered! Thank you! Those kids probable didn’t recognize their bus stop after you were done.