We're moving out of Hawaii... *emotional*

After spending a year in paradise, we are moving back to the mainland. (leaving Hawaii)
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[@tatumbeierle]

abby- change is hard. and i’m so sorry you’re having to go through this. stay strong. i’m so glad you have a husband as amazing as matt to support you and comfort you. i promise it will all work out in the end. i love you guys!💗💗

[@juliegreen9000]

There’s nothing wrong with being a Midwest girl! I had the same problem when I went to college. I didn’t realize how much I needed familiarity, community, family, etc. love you dudes!! Hang in there. The best is yet to come!!

[@vanessascroggins2488]

I’m praying for you both! I’m from America but I moved to Australia for a year and when I moved back to America I had no idea what was next, but I had to remember Romans 8:28 He works ALL things together for the good!!

[@AbbyKendall776]

Amen!

[@madisonallen4731]

Praying for this transition for you both! Change is always hard. The both of you have been such a light and breath of fresh air on the internet and I’m so thankful to have found your channel.

[@tonic.1917]

When y'all look back on this part of your life, you'll appreciate the experience of having 'grown up' together in Hawaii. I was born and raised in South Alabama. My husband was born and raised just outside of Tallahassee, FL. We got married when I was 19 and he was 25. We started our family in Benton, Arkansas with family/friends being 8-12hrs away. It was hard but was 100% worth it. The experiences we had there brought us closer and taught us to depend on each other more. We're back in Mobile, AL now but my heart is still in Benton.

[@Bigtuna.420]

that’s sounds like grooming

[@ChefEmma]

I'm excited for you guys, I will miss Hawaii a little because it's nice to live vicariously through you guys(I live in Minnesota and it's quite cold here), but I can't wait to see what is next for you guys!! This video made me tear up even. Hopefully you guys end up in a place where you both have peace and happiness and everything you need in life. The openness you had with us in this video made me feel so close to you guys even though I have never gotten to meet you. Thank you for your honesty and just how amazing of people you are. Abby, I know this past year was hard for you, but I just wanted to tell you that I just went back and watched a bunch of your old videos and TikToks, especially from when you first got to Hawaii, and you have grown so much in the past year and you are just an amazing person, and like a sister I wish I had. Matt, I hope you are able to kind as much joy as Hawaii brought you, and that you never lose your happiness and love just for life.

[@mariamontalvo1885]

It seemed to me that Abby was not happy in Hawaii. It’s okay sometimes we do things out of our comfort zone and they are not what we expected! I’m glad you guys got to move to Hawaii as an experience! A lot of people don’t have that opportunity to do that :)

[@coa21]

It was a 2 year Experience for Me and I Said enough I am Moving !!

[@TheSlumberPartyGirlz]

Ahh I love your videos so much! Moving is always so bittersweet but it sounds like you guys are making the best choice for you! I admire your positive attitudes and also your realness during difficult moments. It is extremely refreshing to see people being their genuine selves!! Safe travels 💕

[@jennabouman8602]

We all support you guys!! This is a part of your life adventure! Praying for you both!! Love y'all!

[@stephhysert7792]

I’m so excited for you guys and this next part of your lives! Love how open and vulnerable you are about this time in your life. Love and prayers sent your way🤍

[@laurelpayne397]

Abby----I totally understand how hard of a year it's been for you. While I can't say I was as far from family as you were when I lost a family member this year, I felt super isolated and separated from family when I had to come back to college after I lost my grandpa! Sending love and prayers your way and safe travels this holiday season to see family ❤

[@aliciacrickard9509]

Literally watching on my living room tv, while typing this. I am so happy for y’all. Honestly, this timing seems to be perfect cause it’s the holidays (happy time) and you get to visit with family and really having those private conversations that are needed to determine your next location on where you’re living ♥️ I can totally relate to you on the mental health…. I’m proud of you and respect you so much for acknowledging it. Family is so important to me, just like for you, so being close to them, really helps out!! Like you said, you can always remember the Hawaii days forever and always go back. That’s something you’ll never get back and I’m so happy for you guys. Keep staying true to yourselves. We are always there for you guys and love y’all ♥️🥰

[@MattandAbby]

This comment means so much! Thank you Alicia!

[@tinashoup820]

you guys had me on edge the entire time, i didn’t think your suitcases would close 😅 but also i know it’s hard to move away, but i know y’all will be so happy closer to your family ❤️

[@savannahhouse6880]

Haha I was thinking that too!! 😅

[@morgiepop6837]

Omggggg me too I was like no not ANOTHER SWEATER lol I love them

[@MattandAbby]

Hahaha those suitcases are the best ever!! And thank you so much for the love and support!!!

[@tinleykeese6096]

Same

[@JamesandKeli]

We are also from the Midwest (KC) and we totally understand the need to just have the extra people. You need to always feel connected and have a community no matter where you are. Being in China the past three years have been extremely difficult for us away from family, but we've made sure to create a family away from home which has made our life here just a tad easier on the holidays.

[@bellarogue2099]

For both of them, they have been through a lot of changes since they started their lives together as husband and wife. Hawaii was one of the 1st places they have lived as a married couple. Settling into a routine and establishing friendships there, all those things you become attached to. But they have matured so much in such a short time period. It makes sense that they are looking to started a new chapter to prepare them for plans they have for her future. You both are in my prayers.

[@briannalandrud7015]

Thank you guys for always being so real, and honest with your followers. I can feel your genuine spirits and emotions through your videos, and I am so happy to be able to experience your journey with you. Your videos have truly brought so much happiness and joy into my life, and for that I thank you from the bottom of my heart! This coming year is going to be so amazing for ya'll. Like I always tell people- the world needs more people like you two!!

[@KenzieRank]

Just found your channel from your “shorts”. I’m also from the Midwest originally and lost my brother this year. My husband and I lived in California at the time and it was the hardest thing being away from family during that time. We recently moved back and it has given my heart so much peace. I pray the same for you both. ♥️

[@positivevibesfromthemckinn5629]

This whole video made me cry!! Y’all are the sweetest couple and I wish y’all nothing but the best!! 😭❤️🥰

[@vashtifleming4279]

Supporting and praying for y’all in this new journey! Y’all are the best!

[@kathyjones5056]

You guy’s are blessed no matter where you decide to live! Sending lots of love ❤️ 🥰

[@darylcook869]

The coolest thing about this video. Is that you are open, honest and genuine!

[@abigailmonroe1747]

I was in the exact same situation as you guys! I got matched to an internship in Hawaii (Oahu) last year, and lived there, by myself and away from all of my family and friends, from July 2020 until July 2021. And I also had a family loss during my time there, that I felt very removed and isolated from. I moved back home after my internship ended, and I have been so much happier, even though Hawaii is beautiful and wonderful, and so fun! I don't regret my year, there, but even looking back on that year now, there are still a lot of feelings and emotions wrapped up in it. So thank you for sharing your thoughts and feeling on your experience there... It makes me feel less alone in it, and hopefully, if you see this, you feel validated in your feelings about it too. ☺️❤️

[@kylerslife462]

You both are incredible! Thank you for being on here and being you! I can’t wait to see what happens and where this leads!!! Thank y’all!

[@erin3566]

I love you guys so much! and it made me really sad to see Abby cry but I know that deep down this will be the best decision for you both 💞 and I can't wait to see where you go next!!

[@rasmegan]

I have loved living vicariously through you guys while you’ve been in Hawaii! And I just love how all your videos are so uplifting and encourage me to live my best life! ☺️ I’m excited to see where life takes you next! ❤️

[@kaylaconklin2501]

I’ll be praying for you both as you go on this new adventure! 💕

[@amyjimenez3913]

I’m so sorry that you went through that Abby, I think you are both are so strong, and thank you for being so honest, love you both! I completely support your decision

[@alexandrah33]

I’m from the Midwest too! I am from Nebraska , but moved to Tampa Florida on my own at 18 to attend a Bible college. I still live here 3 years later. I think living far from family really shows how strong you can be, but My husband and I are wanting to maybe start having kids soon too so it’s just hard when you’re far from family. I completely understand how you feel!

[@Unknown-hm6dm]

I’m very excited to see what the next year brings for you both. Sending love and prayers💕

[@saderrrs]

Love the reflection on your time in Hawaii! Abby I love your heart! It’s so hard to move away. So many positives and negatives and growth with it. I so felt that when you said “maybe I’m just a Midwest girl” I’m also from the Midwest and something about it just captures a heart 💛💛 So excited to see what y’all do next!

[@jenniferwagner1482]

Love you dudes! You two have grown so much this past year. This community is so special because of you two. I wish you the most joyful holiday season. 🎄

[@haleymadera22]

This is gonna be such a good year for you guys, I'm excited for you to find somewhere that you both feel at home in! Looking forward to seeing what 2022 brings you two :)

[@BLAHHH1723]

I just recently started watching your videos and I love you two so much. You’re so relatable, you communicate so well, and show yourselves as real people. I love that you feel your emotions on camera and don’t play like you have perfect lives. I see the growth in your marriage and it’s commendable. ❤️❤️ can’t wait to see all the adventures to come.

[@teresalomanno8916]

You guys moving in with family for the holidays reminds me of me and my husband in between moving from PA to NY we spent about 3 weeks with family over Christmas and it was sooo good! Enjoy yourselves and it’s ok to feel and take a while to take In the emotions… praying for you guys and your new home wherever that is:)

[@gabriellacarrier9487]

y’all are literally the best! i love how real y’all are!!! much love💗💗i know how hard change can be but everything works out for the best!!

[@jasminereiss9828]

Sending you love and light on your new journey!!!

[@rjharvey714]

Aw guys! I'm so proud of you both for sharing this & so excited for this next chapter! We love following along ☺️💞! Speaking it into existence that this next season will bring onto the best! God does everything for your GOOD, even if it feels hard, it's followed with blessings! I'm a military wife from the sweet state of GA but my husband and I moved to Germany this year for 4 years and honestly it's been SO TOUGH. I know it's a really difficult adjustment to make, and I can't imagine adding the family loss and online criticism on top of the pain and discomfort I know already. I am so proud of you two for stepping out and trying something exciting. It's so much harder than most people realize and takes so much courage! People that are mean on the internet really grind my gears! I'm so sorry you had to experience that, esp while dealing with so many challenges. It always comes from jealousy and bitterness, but that's no excuse. Misery loves company, but I'm glad you guys were able to see the positives and feel community! Wishing and praying nothing but the best things in life for you!

[@rezaandpuja]

Y'all are so sweet and we so appreciated seeing this real moment and for opening your lives to all of us. So excited about your next step! Much love :) PS. Come by Chicago sometime, dudes! We'd love to hang :)

[@Sophie_K30]

Sending prayers to you both during this time of change and transition! You both seem like such great and kind people. 😊

[@mariaalelliebarrairo5653]

Will support and follow your content wherever you decide to stay in. Wishing you guys all the best! 💗

[@MattandAbby]

Wow thank you so much! This means a lot!!!

[@melissarobbins03]

Awe you guys had me crying with you. I hope you find the perfect place to start a new chapter of your lives. Be safe on your travels. Much love and respect. ❤💯❤💯

[@AbbyKendall776]

You all are truly amazing! I love you guys so much. Everything that you do to inspire others is awesome. But I'm glad y'all are putting yourselves first. Keep doing that and safe travels!

[@cavanlemberg3770]

I recently moved to the big city for college after growing up in a small town my whole life and I am definitely feeling far from home. I grew up SOOOOO close to my family and it hurts my heart to be away from them. I'm just telling you Abby so you know that you aren't alone in this struggle and you have support to lean on! I'll be praying for you and your next chapter in life guys!

[@melaniedowell7064]

You guys are two beautiful souls no matter where you end up as long as you're together everything will be okay. As far as surfing goes we do have surfing in the United States on the coastline so you don't have to give up surfing and you don't have to give up family. Family is very important in so many ways, just stay true to one another and no matter where you are it will be a life worth living happy holidays to all of you and God bless

[@MarkK395]

You two are absolute sweethearts! I hope you find happiness wherever you land!

[@daniellechambers6858]

My husband and I lived in the Cayman Islands for almost two years and I felt every single thing Abby was saying when I was there. I always say it was the best and hardest season for me. My husband was like Matt, he would have lived there forever 😂. Praying for you guys as you transition back to the mainland. Praying for lots of family time and real community that you feel you’ve been lacking!

[@marinrhodes5057]

thank you so so much for speaking so much wisdom and good life lessons. it is so true that your spouse doesnt complete you or fill you up 100% and that is so hard to see and realize. it breaks my heart to know that you have been having such a hard (but awesome) year. thank you so much for being real and honest and so vulnerable. I'm 19 and I hope that one day I can live like you guys do and have a marriage like yours. so much love and prayers going your way this holiday and for new housing and friends🧡🧡 love you guys the most!!!

[@momofeight100]

You two are so sweet and genuine and amazing! God blessed you with each other, and all of the viewers with you both!

[@allisonsterling279]

you guys are so amazing and doing what is right and best for you is all that matters. keep your heads up your path will lead you where you need to go! It’s been so fun watching your adventures while in hawaii, but i cant wait to see where you go next ♥️

[@laurencelavoie5156]

I admire and adore you guys for these glimps of pure athenticity and realness. Abby, I could hug you right now, I feel you, it’s so damn beautiful to see someone genuinely showing its emotions. This is raw and that’s what I’m here for. 🥰 Matt, there are beautiful beaches everywhere in the US, you’ll get your family surfing altogether, I’m not worried. ♥️ Love you guys

[@08COCOPUFF]

It’s very refreshing to see that both of you can share your real feelings and emotions. It makes me feel better about my own hardships ❤️ There are always going to be people who disapprove of who you are or what you are doing in your life. This is YOUR life and you get to choose how you spend the time you are blessed with.

[@mirandamuzik8252]

Moving is hard. I had moved just 7 hours away for college fully expecting it to be a stepping stone to moving further after. The second I graduated I turned around and went back home. Learning to appreciate where you came from more is still growth, just as much as learning to be away from home is.

[@susanwolf3654]

You too are so honest and wise. Love you both

[@selenasingh2995]

I always watch u guys and you guys are just amazing, Abby when u cry I cry to girl😭 you guys have impacted my life so much and am pretty sure u did to a lot of ppl in Hawaii I just love the way Matt is always positive and and understanding it’s so amazing to u how u guys are u guys are really role models ❤️I love u guys the most❤️ I will alway support you guys in every decision you guys make !

[@pugmom2016]

I lost my grandma while being across the country getting medical help to save my life and it was the worst thing to go through. I feel for you Abby and send you lots of love!

[@hayleej272]

💖💖💖💖🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@MattandAbby]

That must have been so tough! So sorry you had to go throught that!!

[@jcluvsmeandyou8524]

First time commenter here, don't let the negative comments get to you. I always have fun watching your shorts. Also, look at how many strides you've been able to make on youtube. This is quite the accomplishment.

[@muthonimutonga7673]

Thank you for sharing your hearts... I'm a missionary kid so I know a little bit about how it feels to move to new places, have some great and not so great memories and move again. What I've found helping is just holding on to God through it. Yesterday, today, forever, He stays the same. Kudos to y'all ❤️🇰🇪

[@cookiedough8983]

I’m pretty sure everyone keeps their washer and dryer inside it’s a Hawaii thing for outside

[@Erin-fm1fs]

Hawaii thing!

[@mckenziestillwater6505]

Yep definitely a Hawaii thing lol

[@WindReader]

Yeah I live in Idaho and I’ve never met someone with washer and dryer on the outside. Lol

[@SirandLadyWarrick]

Aww, praying for you dudes during this transition! Thanks for sharing your journey with us. We love you two! ❤️

[@JoeCamp-mf1ug]

You are such a beautiful and inspiring couple. I, myself, have been living abroad for 5 years due to work. The income is great, but my mental health (being alone in a foreign country) without my family and friends, is really getting to me. I’m so afraid to leave due to not being able to find another good job in my home country, but life is so short and the unhappiness I’m experiencing right now is so painful. Thank you for sharing your journey! You lift my spirits tremendously!

[@BabiesGoneWild1]

Awww, it will all work out! Change is hard but having your family closer will quickly fill up any voids from missing Hawaii. This should have also been a LL Bean ad, every time you brought more stuff to put in, I was like - no way that will fit in there! I was amazed! Good luck, it is all going to be just fine!

[@kaleighkendall9376]

Yayy! So excited for yall to come back to the mainland! And Abby I totally sympathize, I hate being far away from family, and even if I am independent from them, they are such a constant and true source of love and support. ALSO - I 10/10 recommend you preorder “Find your people” by Jennie Allen. I preordered and she sent me the first 3 chapters and it was eye opening on how we were created for deep, intentional community. You would love it!!

[@delaneydice5262]

y’all are literally the sweetest and your relationship is so inspiring! so proud of you guys! i’m so sorry people are so mean to y’all that makes me so sad. when i grow up i wanna be just like y’all 💕

[@avi_g]

I’m sorry for your loss Abby. You two are amazing. So proud of you guys!

[@lilahuecker5851]

I love you guys so much! It has been so fun to watch you guys go/have different and fun experience’s! 💕 I’m so excited to see where your adventures take you guys next!

[@MattandAbby]

Thank you so much! Your love and support means so much to us!!!

[@jewel9246]

I love you both! You guys are so strong and you have so many wonderful adventures ahead of you! So proud of the way you love each other.

[@curtbarense1203]

I just started following you based on a cute Reel. I got the feeling there was something special about you. I wasn't wrong! The love and wisdom you share with yourselves and then your followers is just amazing. Life is always changing and always will. You discovered and shared you have to move forward as one as you balance your individual needs with what is best for your future as a couple. Also, your comments about friends and differences should be heard by everyone. True happiness in The Game of Life is about staying balanced. You taught me a married man of 33 years a few things. Keep doing Life together.

[@brc8149]

I’m new to your channel and I’m so uplifted by seeing how you two interact together 🤍

[@nickb1368]

Super excited for you guys to take on the next adventure!

[@AdventureTimeWithJoey]

Love y’all. I’m doing something similar so I can relate. Im 24 and I graduated college in may 2020 and moved out to Indiana for a job from Florida. This year has been so impactful, so much growth for me has occurred and I’ve knitted together a small little community and starting walking with God again which I am abundantly grateful and While I treasure this season of my life, living alone working all the time and being away from family and close friends has been really really hard. The whole starting over piece alone can really make you look twice at yourself in the mirror. So I understand and empathize with you guys because those emotions are real - we’re all just human. Thanks for sharing your story. Let’s continue to grow and learn more and more about ourselves.

[@rachelgregory1854]

So excited for u guys as u go on ur next chapter of ur life, sending u guys lots of love❤️

[@madijensen9762]

We love you guys and are always going to be here to support your decisions! Keep doing what you do and don’t forget to focus on yourselves! ❤️

[@chaserkeegan1778]

Thank you for your vulnerability abby. You are so eloquent in expressing your emotions, high emotional IQ! I just wanted to reach out and hug you. wishing you a wonderful holiday wirh your family and all God's blessings in the coming year.

[@alisahinkson6636]

Can’t wait to see where life takes you! Best of luck to you guys!

[@littlelana696]

You guys are so great! I totally get it! I moved away from my family when I got married and it’s been really hard. Best of luck with the new transition! Thank you sharing with us ❤️

[@ellapunzalan9997]

I know how you feel Abby since we just moved back to our hometown. I do feel lost and overwhelmed, everything will be fine. We will get through it together. Love you guys ❤️

[@gigil8528]

i’m so excited for you guys. it’s so crazy looking back and remembering the video u posted announcing where u guys were moving to

[@marielpindar6312]

Awwwe you guys! Abby I totally understand being away from family! I live in CO with my boyfriend and my whole family is in MI so I understand how hard it is to not be able to get back home for something important! It sucks and it’s so expensive! I’m so glad you are making this decision for yourselves!! Proud of you for doing a year away in Hawaii! It will be 3 years in CO coming up and it’s really hard. Wish the best for you both!!! Don’t let the haters get you down!!

[@asaweihe6743]

I recently found your channel and now I can't stop watching your videos, I love both of you❤️

[@muditakotian3100]

Y'all finally made the decision 🥳🥳 i'm happy for you guys 😄

[@vialowe]

You two are so gorgeous, inside & out. Loving Abby’s hair! 💗 Wish you all the best with moving (: Thank you for taking us on your journeys & milestones, we love being apart of your sweet life 😊

[@judylacroix1863]

I trust you can consider this a part of a your journey together. Great that you did it when you are young and without kids. You are right, having a child without the support of family can be tough. I have always believed that it takes a village to raise a child. Take the help as offered. There are many beautiful beaches in the states that you can explore with and without your kids. I love that you are free spirits. Stay open to all the possibilities while you enjoy holidays with your family. Trust you will be guided and shown the next stepping stone on the journey. The perfect next place to live. Blessings.....on you journey. 🤗

[@kolbekracing6052]

Y’all are such humble people!! I love how y’all communicate too. That is such a great thing in marriage you two are goals. 🙏🏻❤️

[@sydneyrae.of.sunshine4393]

Thank you for always showing your real, authentic, and beautiful selves. Thank you for saying that you can differ in opinions and still be friends. Thank you for sharing your emotions and letting us into your lives. Thank you guys for being the precious blessings you are. You don't know how many people y'all impact with your realness, energy, and kindness :) Will be praying for you journey to a new home! God bless y'all!

[@paulg2132]

Guys, you are both SO YOUNG and have so much time to experience so much together. Be proud that you had the courage to move 5,000 miles from your families and created new friendships and life skills. It seemed to me that you need to be true to your roots, especially if you are struggling emotionally. But, you have each other and you appear to be very strong together. A good Pro's & Con's list can help you decide where to go next. Be safe and Merry Christmas!!

[@zaqwsxcde1234567899]

Hi guys, I’m genuine when i say that you both have the most lovely and honest personalities ever. I wish a good and happy life to you guys in any place you choose to live. Thank you very much.

[@Xrayrenee]

I’m excited to see the next step in your journey together! Love you dudes❤️

[@teagangarrett1535]

I'm so excited to see the new journey y'all are going on!! I'm excited to see where y'all go!!

[@annabelle1001]

You guys are so positive and amazing even through these hard times! I love you guys so much and you made my life a lot more happy! ❤🤩😁

[@amilcarcosta3330]

this new journey is going to be really cool. I agree it's great to have friends with different ideas of yours it helps a lot to learn.love you guys

[@elvirako20]

Hey Abby and Matt!! Good luck on this new (great) next chapter! We love watching you guys regardless the location :)

[@aikastrickland4684]

Its crazy... I love u guys so much... Your relationship and bond is so inspiring

[@karlylamp5215]

Abby, your heart is so sweet! I’m praying for you! You’re living a very YES AND story. Yes, it’s hard to leave AND God has been so good to you through it. Praying for y’all!!!

[@emilycrosskey7558]

You’re emotions are so precious, accept the way you feel and follow it the way you are! I love you guys, you do you❤️

[@rachelortiz1157]

Love y’all and wishing you all the best in this new season of your life 🥰💛🌿

[@MichellePatire]

God bless your journey ♥️ I think this is a wise move. Hopefully, this next year will be brighter for you both . ☀️

[@celestialfavors1]

Bless your hearts… the two of you are so filled with good intentions and have a genuine desire to please others. But at the end of the day, just like the rest of the human race, you must answer the call to to be real about your own life goals. I see you checking in with those needs daily and that’s a good thing. Know this… you are wonderfully made, deeply love and admired. Rest assured that you both have met and touched all the lives of those you come in contact with just as they have touched yours. ❤️ Therefore have a safe journey home. And know that we are looking forward to your next adventure🌎✈️🙏

[@jessicaclutchey6872]

I am so happy to see you both doing what’s best for the TWO of you. It’s healthy. We are here for you, no matter where you are ❤️

[@zjanriruthven1321]

Your videos always makes me feel better when I had a bad day ♥️

[@ragingblazemaster]

Thank you for sharing your journey, y’all are always so genuine and honest. You give such realistic and real life advice. Thank you for being you Dudes!

[@coa21]

Hey Bro 😎 we Meet again 😃

[@ragingblazemaster]

@@coa21 yo yo buddy!

[@coa21]

@@ragingblazemaster 😊😁👍