What I Learned From Gold Shaw Farm's Revenge Prank

Morgan finally retaliated for my bucket stealing prank. Unbeknownst to him, there was some valuable information hidden in his prank that helps me understand the stone cutting process a little better.
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[@coryart]

You guys have both managed to prank each other in the most wonderful way. Each prank resulted in the one being pranked better off then before the prank. That's the stuff of a really good friendship.

[@joannowak9318]

So enjoy watching the videos of both of you guys. 😁

[@deborahharding647]

My grandfather, who had a clear mind right up until he died at age 93, always said, "The day you stop learning is the day you start to die". I try to live by that. Live long, Alfred.

[@tinnaz1]

Goes to show that real treasure is found by the wisest men in the oddest of places! Awesome! 😎👍

[@jeffgorrie]

I love the Alfred - Morgan friendship!!! Wish I had an Alfred in my life!

[@kathymoore3967]

I do I have my son.

[@GreySlick]

Looking forward to seeing your round #2 prank, but take your time to lull him into a sense of complacency! ;)

[@bkm2797]

Synchronicity seems to have been the best deal of this prank, but of course the $25,000.00 would have been a heck of a good thing. I was so excited for you guy's, so in a way I too was disappointed,lol,oh well. Hope you and you're family get to ski soon, you never know what's next. Thanks Alfred who lives on down the road, is a genius with machines, a wizard in blue jeans, glad you stopped and said hello,lol.

[@reneequalls5878]

I truly cannot fathom being out in that cold and snow and trying to split rocks. I guess if you are from Vermont it probably isn’t that crazy cold but I’m in NC and it looks Absolutely painful to be out there, much less banging on frozen granite. You must really love what you do.

[@TinaDanielsson]

I'm from Sweden and we have the same seasons and temperatures as in Vermont. -10°C (14°F) is ok as long as you wear a thick jacket. When it goes below that then the long underwear comes out 🥶But when you're doing manual labor outside it starts feeling like a sauna after just a few minutes in those clothes so then you start taking layers off. That's probably why we can see Alfred wearing at least 4 sweaters and shirts in this video 😁

[@Libbathegreat]

This prank war is escalating fast, by the end you're both gonna be going full blown Wile E Coyote 😆 It's great that you were able to glean something from Morgan's prank! Nowadays with our modern technology we think we've got everything figured out. It's good to be reminded that people have been dealing with many of the same problems we do today for thousands of years and sometimes came up with very simple but ingenious solutions. Look up Wally Wallington for some examples. Many of his experiments have to do with figuring out how the ancients might have shaped, shifted, and positioned huge blocks of stone to build monuments that stand today!

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Hi Alfred, I enjoyed the video and looking forward to following your content. We are in central Florida and it never snows here so I am loving the beautiful scenery there. Stay warm.

[@lukeknowles5700]

Nice that you've learned how to continue the operation into winter. Thanks, Morgan!

[@IbelongtoJesus.]

Hi Alfred,,, sounds like you were hoping for a good cigar when you saw the cigar box, I think Morgan owes you a cigar 😄

[@AdventureNa]

Cool property. I bought a 9.5 acre quarry just south of Murfreesboro TN . Limestone. I'm not a stone mason but it sure is cool.

[@deed5811]

Love the friendly pranks between you two! 😂

[@georgedavidson1221]

Good luck Alfred. All the best. !,, Develop your song. It would be a big seller.

[@goaway3717]

I love to see friends with good natures and senses of humor go back and forth with pranks and jokes. So long as things don't go too far and it's all in good fun it's nice to see. It'll be interesting to see what the two of you come up with next in this game of tit for tat.

[@txann9273]

Great! Keep up the good work! Wish I had a friend like you! 😊

[@mollytheda9273]

Love the silver lining! Kismet.

[@janpack1569]

Alfred you are truly blessed. Only you can turn a prank into a valuable tool. The joke might really be on Morgan as that magazine might help you make your 25K and then some. 😁

[@daveturnbull7221]

It's great fun sitting on the sidelines seeing you two playing these pranks on each other. Got to say that your's was an absolute cracker!

[@cmcoreas]

Lol this was great, a lesson well learned!

[@Algabatz]

Learning new things is actually the meaning of life.

[@janetyurkin822]

Deborah Harding* What a smart Grandfather you had! Thanks for sharing that. It’s words to live by! I’m 80 and I tell my kids you make mistakes but through those mistakes you accumulate knowledge until the day you die!

[@Griefer_Jesus]

when are we getting a "my buddy morgan" song?

[@Sosueet]

I call this Serendipity.

[@YanFei-zi7mm]

Interesting video.

[@ronaldlucas5360]

Very good 👌

[@alyssaharris5943]

Looking for a new video!

[@jp0924]

Omg it so funny and I love it.

[@AceClown]

MAHHH BUDDY ALFRED

[@karionhawkins3091]

Great prank🤣

[@ambervanasse147]

Do you have indigenous heritage in your blood line. You definitely look like you have some kind of Native American. Anyway love you and Morgan you guys are awesome.

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

I'm native, my father is Mi'kmaq

[@ambervanasse147]

@@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062 that’s awesome . Beautiful people

[@sniper21223]

Please play Professional prankster Periodically

[@michelecaron]

I would have spotted the cash and smashed his camera 📷 (any proof) 😂

[@IbelongtoJesus.]

👁️👁️ smashed his camera ❓ that would be very immature and that isn't a wise choice

[@mac4491]

Who woulda thought that a prank will end up teaching you some new things about your profession. Awesome lol

[@deed5811]

best kind of prank!

[@PinkTigger33]

That magazine was worth it for the knowledge you gleaned. Bonus. You had a laugh with a friend, made a great memory, and gained that tidbit of information right when you needed it.

[@Butterfly-mt5ml]

Memories between friends ❤

[@RedHotFiat]

I can't believe how much effort he put into pranking you back. Good luck getting back at him.

[@reneequalls5878]

It was good lol. I wonder if they will keep trying to top each other 😂

[@galba2715]

Well alfred did move morgans flow bucket? And that one have more work done

[@donnamariebrown2478]

Alfred, you are such a mellow guy. I'm sure that you will be able to prank Morgan soon.

[@MzzzNettie]

So then the joke was on Morgan? He actually helped you out with a problem you were having. Thanks, Morgan, lol. Can't wait to see how you retaliate.

[@infopubs]

Interesting. I wouldn't think that the working range of temperatures for granite would be that small. "Vermont winter cold" is only cold to mammals, right? Apparently not! Hopefully you won't discover the upper limit this summer.

[@carolleenkelmann4751]

"My Buddy Alfred........". That was so funny. I fell for it hook, line and sinker and laughed as heartily as Morgan. For getting back at Morgan, there's always April 1st., OR Valentine's Day.

[@deed5811]

April fools day is too obvious 🤔

[@GabrielBadwolf]

Find the guy on Fiver that Morgan got to do the ‘my buddy Alfred’ song and get him to sing one about Morgan

[@divinewrath3142]

You two have such a great friendship! I can just imagine the delight Morgan must've had while planning this prank. How wonderful that in his prep to make it believable, he unknowingly supplied you with the opportunity to learn something new. While 25k would have been nice, really nice... The knowledge you acquired is priceless.

[@emmonstrex65]

Awesome prank- I've fully enjoyed watching both videos. Interesting about how his prank solidified what you had already figured out about cutting stone in really cold circumstances. Thx for posting!

[@angeliamesserschmidtpowell6074]

It is neat to see from both views. Thank you!

[@jrsf222]

Honorable story teller while in the true sense of the word you won’t sleep until you find and measure your revenge. But Morgan will be laying in wait and won’t trust anything you might do. Beware‼️

[@miditrax]

Yes, you got got, but glad you learned a new technique because of it. Burnout is real, and sometimes it takes a jolt of inspiration to get out of it. Perhaps April 1st would be a good time for an 'emergency' down at the Farm? 😁

[@ronaldschmidt4748]

Sometimes we aquire Knowledge from some Unexpected places. A prank lead to you getting Knowledge you needed. I appreciate your Content. Take Care and I hope you and your family are doing well. Out

[@georgedavidson1221]

Alfred. I like your videos. Keep them coming

[@Valcour]

I'm glad something good came from his prank. At least you warned us it was a prank, Morgan pranked us all.

[@danh3718]

Alfred, you fell for it hook, line, and sinker. Morgan could have purchased a small safe with the dial combo

[@ThePrevo02]

You're a pretty thoughtful guy Alfred, you'll figure how to get back in good way.

[@victorb145]

Interesting who would have thought that cold and Ice could make a stone more difficult to split? Digging in dirt is kind of intuitive but splitting Stone, I would have never thought.

[@Pinion512]

You are Morgan have such a great friendship. And I think it's really kool that you were able to get find the bit in the magazine that was part of the prank.

[@jmflying]

Stay warm working outside. That was funny

[@quietkate]

Believe your granite is just as grand as that quarried in Barre. Sure glad you got chains for the new truck tires. Stay safe.

[@Noalmenclature]

Alfred, you're a gem. Appreciate you.

[@JillsHouse]

the prank was worth learning from the magazine. 👍

[@vts5618]

How bout that! I'm glad you were able to find that tidbit of information. But what a bummer!!! I really wished Morgan's treasure box was real. You really have to come up with a good comeback, especially for all of us who fell for it too.

[@maryhysong]

how fun. Maybe you could put up some kind of greenhouse/ hoop house where you could have a warmer spot to work the stone?

[@frederickmoller]

Thanks Alfred I really loved it especially the learning curve that we all go through!

[@margaretannfrank5480]

I do stained glass and learned not to try and cut cold sheets of glass. I would let them sit in a tub of warm water to warm them up. Otherwise they broke wrong. I don’t know if the glass became brittle or if it just changed the properties. Little bits of information to keep and share with others learning the craft.

[@jhowe5571]

Yes, it's in the molecular structure. The colder the molecules get, the less they move. Thus, settling closer together. That will change how they will split. All molecules move, even in objects that are solid, to our perception. Only when you can achieve absolute zero temps do you get to a point of zero movement in the molecules. And then, it's properties change in suprising ways. Temperature is very much a factor whenever we are manipulating things.

[@Cifer77]

I hope you got to keep half of the fake cash

[@bonnied.5535]

Hello - glad that you chained up the tires and made it safely up that steep hill. Electric heaters under a blanket - what an intelligent way to make the stones workable. That prank had me caught also - but it was very funny. Glad you got wonderful information from the article. Can't hardly wait for the next round of pranking.

[@pnhnut]

lol, you are such a good sport Alfred! Glad you made out on the prank, so the jokes on Morgan lol! I'm so sure you are gonna get him back butt good in time!

[@deed5811]

I doubt Morgan regrets an accidental aid falling into Alfred's hands though.

[@nonesterj8152]

Sure wish I had some revenge ideas for you. He really deserves it! Take care from 🇨🇦

[@WickedAwesomeGardening]

Now here’s what we all want to know…. Are you gonna prank him back? Make it a full on prank war? Honestly I think you got him better than he got you lol but it’s been hilarious to watch!

[@donmisener]

You raised some interesting questions, so I did a bit of "digging". There is a paper put out on the mechanical properties of granite under low temperatures that you may find interesting. Published in the Chinese Journal of Rock Mechanics and Engineering in April 2010. Didn't realize granite could get frostbite! Very "cool".

[@SecretSquirrelFun]

Perhaps a basic permanent or portable roof and pole structure for covered storage of stone and/or vehicle. Especially for overnight so that snow can’t settle too much on it. Just a thought Ok - now I’m at the part where you talk about the article paragraph.....please just ignore me. What an amazing coincidence though, one paragraph in a random magazine from the 1970s. That’s pretty damn cool I think 🙂❤🐿🌈 I’m thinking a return prank with similar “emotional damage” is in order. I would have been so bummed out, because for at least a few minutes, my financial worries were over - hooray. But then, to find out that it’s not real, and I’m NOT going to have half of the found cash....yup, I’d be ever so slightly disappointed. But hey, desperately looking for the “bright side” that paragraph, well that was its own little golden nugget amongst the sh1t wasn’t it.

[@barbarahouk1983]

Well I am only 4 hours late this time. This is in my field of endeavors (I am the retired psychiatrist). Yes, you two are enjoying each other's jokes. It shows one another's creativity. It also shows you intend no harm. So glad the magazine was valuable to you. I am sure Morgan didn't pick it for the information; it most like was a lucky coincidence. I see you have been making use of this off weather. That's quite a production you have accumulated. Well less sking and more stone done.

[@lhmcd5538]

Ha ha! Payback from Morgan. Great to see you doing great pranks. Just don’t take it to far. 😊 You taught me something new today. Rock is effected by temperature if you want work it. Thank you. May you please take care and stay safe.

[@miditrax]

PS - Perhaps you and Morgan could plan something to April Fool your subscribers

[@lindag4484]

Wow, this story only gets better. You, Morgan, the pranks, the "consolation knowledge", and so much fun for all of us. Thanks to both of you!

[@lynnkhosla6277]

Alfred, I love learning about stone; I admire your talent and tenacity. I moved to Maine a couple of years ago and Vinalhaven, an island off the coast of Maine, is famous for its history in granite. You might look it up. I've been to Barre so I know your area. The graveyard is one of the coolest I've ever seen. I look forward to learning from you and seeing what you are working on.

[@janemorgan358]

It was funny even though I typically don't like pranks. Are you guys even now?

[@tamaraneil486]

I love what you said about stagnation contributing to burnout. It was very intuitive. BTW, you are the better prankster IMO.

[@CuriousEarthMan]

Interesting video! My mind goes to a small greenhouse type frame covered with your cement blankets with a small wood stove inside. If it were large enough, you could even work in it, out of the weather, and move it with rebar loops above and your excavator, or build a short run of rail and load the stone on a couple of carts outside the frame and roll them in and out with a winch or truck and chain or wire rope. Just some far out thoughts. Thanks for the video! Interesting about the magazine and old article!

[@rejanedesevigne]

My budeee Alfred, love your channel and your mellow character. I hope you get Morgan back really good 😅😊

[@jhowe5571]

I guess that information was the 25 thousand dollar prize!😁

[@Marilyn12346]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us Albert, enjoyed it 👍

[@Wuginess]

I think your prank was better, because when you revealed it he realised he didn't have to spend $700 but for the prank he pulled on you, it must have felt like you lost money

[@IbelongtoJesus.]

It's interesting how doing pranks on people show the mentality of the people making comments. Tells a lot about a person and how they think,,, Some are not nice.

[@SilentEcho9194]

Perhaps it could be "priceless" 😄 It's not very often that a prank turns into a windfall of sorts.

[@catherinebiggs8162]

Just subscribed. Glad you got a sort of consolation prize. Good on you for picking up the periodical and reading it!

[@nicecatholicgrl]

What you learned really is that you guys are super super bbf! I love that you learned something about your trade but there's nothing ever so fun then having a friendship like you two have! I hope it goes on for another 50yrs and more! You guys a great fun to watch!!

[@Richie23OO]

Your Prank with the Bucket was Gold, but Morgan did get you back good!

[@joellenpaull3294]

Love the entertainment Alfred. You two are awesome too watch.💕💕💕

[@JacquesTreehorn]

You have to admit it was a good prank. The my buddy Alfred tune is a good one. I am looking forward to your earth shelter hobbit house build.

[@journeybrook9357]

Build a stone sauna for you and Rocks. That's to cool. I was wondering how you were going to crack that stone at Morgan because it was so cold. But you did.

[@johannatrahan6613]

At least now you know Morgan's tells if you ever play poker. Tightens up the corners of his mouth when he's trying not to smile.

[@khevaG]

It's such a pleasure watching your and Morgan's channel cooperating and also teasing each other a little.

[@MrIrondog55]

Uh-oh! The prank war has begun! I have a few ideas you can get back at him with, and April 1st is coming up. Just hope he doesn't read the comments.... Idea #1) Buy a rubber goose mask on ebay, orange wellies and a white lab coat. Put them on and hide in the Hoop Coop behind the mobile chicken trailer. When he comes in to release the Quacken in the morning when abs and tobs come to see whats behind the trailer and morgan comes to see what the commotion is about, jump out and shout "HONK MOTHER FUDGER!". I don't think he will be expecting that Idea #2) Buy a bear suit and wait outside his side door when he does his chores in the morning. Jump out on him when the door opens... That will waken him up a bit! Also thought about putting old bells on all his cows (secretly) and see how long it takes him to notice, but that may be difficult ; ) Apologies, I'm a bad influence lol

[@ehombane]

And Morgan reading this comment and get out from the house with some foaming pill in his mouth. When he sees the bear fall down and start foaming like in a hearth attack and Alfred shitting his pants. And a true plot twist. A real bear at the door, Morgan falls... and the bear, ... oops this is new, usually they scream and run inside. By the way, I really do not understand how this kind of prank still gets around. I remember one when a child, mentally disabled, put a knife under his armpit, and some tomato juice on his chest. Dimwit, but smart enough to pull the prank. Not smart enough to see what came. Mother dead, him in a social care house.

[@MrIrondog55]

@@ehombane Wow, this took a dark turn really quick. 2 points. 1) Abbie and Toby would bark if it was a real bear 2) To foam at the mouth you would have to have extended symptoms of heart problems. Not a carrer a farmer would do with this condition. Anyways, everyone has their own style of humour. If you dont get it, fair enough, you do you.

[@ehombane]

@@MrIrondog55 I agree, everybody has his own taste. And as a saying points, you cannot shit in someones taste. And sure too much caution leads to an insanity similar to what we see with regulation for safety nowadays. But there is a small difference though. When one chooses to play with a dangerous toys is his own decision. But the recipient of the prank did not agreed with the risk. Anyway, what prompted my comment was the scale of this type of prank I have seen coming from a latino country mostly. I assume Brazil. Man those pranks are tough. And with the barking you cancel your own prank :). But when you turn the head and see the beast, you just soil yourself instantly. You have no time to rationalize. With the foam is the same. Even in reality, may not be true, the movies used the idea too much, and will be reflex to be scared.

[@BrendenParker]

I look forward to a non-stop game of pranks. I'm glad you gleaned info from that Vermont Life mag.

[@raccoontrashpanda1467]

Can't wait to see how you get Morgan back for getting you back!

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Well l guess it helped you a little bit about frozen stones....But Morgan got one coming Alfred lol....Thanks..... Shoe🇺🇸

[@catsj1767]

What would be hilarious if both the wives got the both of you 😂😂🎉

[@zainylainy1]

These pranks are so entertaining! We love them. Great way to get views.

[@l82theparty4]

A hoop coop for the stone!!! And who puts a sharp knife in a prank???

[@mrfrankielam100]

Alfred, how are you doing recently?

[@BadlydrawnBen]

You're revenge revenge prank better be special 🤣

[@stacistaci6657]

Can't wait to see how you get Morgan back. 😁