Why I took a break from YouTube

I know I disappeared from KZbin for a little bit. Here's why I've stopped making content for so long.

[@bhuff123]

I’m saw you lost your dad. When I lost my dad, I had to deal with his estate and his house that he lived in which I grew up so I understand where you’re coming from so take care.

[@richardmoore2590]

James, so very deeply sorry for the loss of your father. You are so personable I feel like we are friends, and although I can’t say I feel your pain, I feel when a friend is hurting. Thoughts and prayers for comfort, and looking forward to much better days ahead. You are truly appreciated my friend.

[@user-TheresaMarie59]

James...I lost my best friend in 2007. It was so very difficult because you see...it was my mom. I want you to know that you will have good days and good memories but after all of this time I still have a good cry and that's ok because our parents are our world and they gave us so much. Thank you for sharing the pictures of your Dad. I am sure that making this video was very hard to do but do not be so hard on yourself. It will take time. Take time for yourself. In my prayers.

[@DavidWood2]

Best wishes to you and yours, James. Well done for taking the time that you needed until you were ready to start making content again. It is good to have you back. May your father Yi-Jun and your beloved cat Kiska rest in peace.

[@mrg6103]

I’m so sorry for your loss ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ May the hands of GOD comfort you and your family.

[@richy1014]

James, I am so sorry to hear about your two losses. Take the time off that you need to grieve and process your emotions. We love you and support you. Please let us know if we can do anything for you, including if you need to talk.

[@waynefournillier]

Hello James I'll give my condolences to your father, of course my mom passed away six months now, I know losing a family member is not easy to cope, and I'm pretty sure all things turns out to be better

[@flembag32]

Hello James and Family From my family to yours, we send you our deepest condolences for the passing of your father. Cheers from your Canadian fans

[@billkirsch5017]

James, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May this new year bring you peace as well as new adventures. Stay strong and stay safe. Can't wait for new content

[@robertkrieg1141]

Oh James. This is so hard. Thank you for sharing a part of your Dad with us. May the joyous memories of him quickly overtake your sorrow. You are in our prayers. Peace to you and your family.

[@kenunderwood4266]

My condolences to you and your family. I know the pain you feel. Even though my father passed away in 1989, I still miss him terribly. Love your videos, stay safe in your travels.

[@charlescorey184]

James, so sorry for your losses. Your father and cat will always be with you.

[@jasonminier6782]

Much love to you and your family James. I lost my mom three and a half years ago, and I know how debilitating that grief can be. Thank you for being you, and take all the time you need.

[@robertfinley6288]

I knew you were going through difficult times it will take awhile but the memories never go away. Your video brought a tear to my eye because it brought back memories of my parents passing away and I am 76. You will get back into the saddle with KZbin videos but give yourself time to heal. You also have a family and a job to care for. When you get back to doing videos I would like to hear more about PCC and Signature partnering. Take care and God Bless.

[@larryreynolds8580]

I'm deeply sorry for your loss James. I lost my father over 20 years ago and it still hurts so I understand. I remember your cat as well. Bless you my friend and may 2024 bring you peace and happiness 🙏

[@rickfine9219]

James, my sincere condolences on the loss of your Father. When I first started driving a motorcoach, my dad was so proud of me....not necessarily because of the size, what impressed him most was that I was finding my way around the country with out getting lost! Our parents leave an indelible footprint on our lives even after they're gone. Keep the great content coming!

[@Eddietech2]

James im so sorry for your loss of your dad and cat, i have lost my grand father to cancer my grandmother to heart failure, and my dog of 12 years to a stroke. but we as human move on and never really forget the people in our lives and the animals. my dog was 1 in a million, my best friend!!!! and from time to time we all need a little break!!! keep doing what you are doing you are definitely make some great content!!!! happy new year from my family to your family!!!!!!!

[@OldGamerKatt]

HI James, my sincere condolences on the loss of your Father, I lost my mom 2 years ago and my brother 4 years ago, it has been one of the hardest things I have had to deal with. I want to wish you health, strength and happiness in 2024 despite the passing of your dad, and I want to let you know that I am happy that you are not giving up you tube, and Ill tell you why. I had a chance to become a coach operator years ago and I passed it up and went into trucking. After 37 years on the road, I have always regretted that decision, so now I live the coach operator life vicariously through you. I wish you ,your company, and your passengers many many safe miles down the road, and I look forward to all the new stuff coming as I watch all your videos on both channels. Be safe out there, Best wishes from North Western Alberta Canada.

[@MrBusdriver958]

James you and your family have my deepest condolences. I too lost my mom this past June 2 weeks before her 83 birthday so I understand all the things you may be going through. Do what you must and take of your family. We all understand and will be here when your back in action!

[@grandmaster1004]

Sorry man. I had a cat for about 18 years as well, some years back now, but I still miss her. I feel that pain. Sorry about your dad, we all know the time is coming but, it seems to creep up on us. Take your time, we're all here for you!

[@andysprings8930]

Sorry to hear about your dad . Praying for you. I lost my dad 7 years ago at Christmas and it’s still tough .

[@GilligBusOperator]

Bless you James, your family, you coworkers, your passengers and your coach. 🙏🏽 Since watching your videos, you have my interested in driving motorcoaches and doing more with my CDL. Be safe!

[@Chios82100]

From all the drivers at TOK Coachlines in Toronto Canada, wishing you and your family our deepest condolences. May every mile, reduce the pain... God knows those Interstates sometimes is the only way we heal... We may have 56 passengers behind us but during those long drives through the night, it's just us and our thoughts... We see each other on the opposite side of the Interstate, we blink the lights to say hello to one another and carry on... See you on the road brother...

[@jamessowinski1826]

Hi Jim, Thanks for sharing your sorrow with everyone. I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your father. Now that my dad has been gone I wished I would have thought to ask him more of his life. Might not have got that far because he liked to keep stuff to himself. I also miss my in-laws and mother and sister and brother in law. My son and I also lost one of our beloved cats last August. But my son adopted a new puppy in October and he has been a big blessing to both of us. Take care and be safe on the roads.

[@rifkyfahrana1141]

my condolences to you and everyone in your family James. it warms my heart that people actually checking if you are okay. but it is necessary to take a break sometimes. wish you, your family and everyone in PCC the best

[@alexmilian7258]

My condolences to you and your family, you came back and will be stronger, thanks for all the awesome content keep it going 👍

[@douglasengle2704]

Sorry to about the loss of your dad. When I lost my dad it was sudden and unexpected other than he was old. I wondered how long it might be before I might start to feel life as normal. I thought I'd likely need to go full circle of year. It was two. I've got a lot from watching your videos. The BEV double decker motor coach coast-to-coast trip across the southern US was epic. Ten years from that trip people will still being using it as the first well document coast-to-coast drive of a BEV motor coach. It also gave the company a final hurrah before going into bankruptcy. There is talk of Tesla implementing a BEV transit bus. With all the government support for zero emission city busses along with Tesla industrial reliability makes that a possible strong application for BEV buses.

[@nova9403]

Sorry for your lost James. I lost my dad 3 years ago and was planning to give my parents, my dad especially, a ride in my 2020 Thomas C2 with the then-new DD5 engine powered school bus. Like you said in the video, I waited too long......

[@dutchbrad8695]

Good to see content from you again James! So sorry for your loss. I lost my dad 3 years ago. It was very tough. I like your advice, I have to reach out to some friends. I hope to meet you some day! Sounds like Cardinal/GoRiteway will be in Chicago for the Democrat convention. Maybe you will be in town then too? Hope so. I have been slowly building my own channel - Brads take on life. I will be in Washington DC in a couple of weeks, so more content will be coming soon. I expect to have a busy year. I drive part time, am an office grunt full time. Much prefer the traveling my bus driving gives me. Stay strong my friend! Thanks for all you do!

[@DsVlogs360]

I’m so sorry James my condolences to you and your family and your inspiration is what made me become a driver today

[@donalddodson7365]

James, you do have an extended, loving and caring family that you have developed on your channels. But, there really is no replacement for our "family of origin." For most of us, the loss you feel never totally goes away. My dad graduated in 1998 and my mom in 2001. It is less frequent now, but I still miss them. I, also, left many unasked questions, missed many opportunities to sit down with a tape recorder (remember those?) or tell them how grateful I am to have had their influence and love. May your journey through the valley of grieving be filled with comfort and Peace.

[@motorcoachtech7615]

James, Condolences to you and your family. It is tough to loose a family member. I lost my father on 2004. I miss him everyday. My mother is still living at 99. Time will heal everyday life, but you will always miss them. Rick

[@michaelquillen2679]

My man, I feel for you and your losses! My wishes and prayers are for your comfort during this time. Been there, done that with a parent and now watching another parent and brother looking at the end of their races. Trust me, my heart feels for you! Keep busy moving forward with your life and successes...you will feel better as well as honoring your parents, as I'm sure they wished/wanted the best for you. May 2024 be kind to you!

[@cindywinkler2441]

Big hug James.

[@elcheapo5302]

Welcome back, James. You've been missed. Your 2023 sounds a lot like my 2020. Better days ahead, my friend!

[@user-vn5do3tl8d]

James Nice to see you back. Thanks for the bus info We all need to take a break to look after important matters Cheers James Gardiner

[@mistero4]

You’re a good bloke. Remember that. Your old man would be proud.

[@johnbeerworth]

I'm so sorry to hear this about your Dad. Hopefully 2024 will be a better year for you and your family.

[@scatteredrustyprojects]

Definitely.......make the call, write a letter. At a minimum, it will brighten someone's routine day. Or, it might make a bigger difference than you can imagine to let them know someone is thinking of them. My sympathies to your family. Thank you for your contributions to the bus world.

[@toddedeker3528]

James, please know you have become an important part of my life! Tuesday I start my motor coach training. This is possible due to the inspiration and confidence I gained from your fun, insightful, and informative videos!! Yours Truly Todd (Retired Air Force MSgt, pastor, and current stub nosed Blue Bird driver). Blessing on you and your family!!!!

[@MotorcoachWorld]

Oh Todd. Your words are touching my friend. I'm so excited for you. Maybe we will meet over the road one day! Feel free to email me. [e-mail]

[@Phylonyous]

Glad to hear from you!!!

[@bussmagasinet1]

Great seeing you back here after the hard time lately. I can’t wait to hang out in February, and hopefully make more content together 😁

[@vinceromano8245]

James, getting current on my KZbin channels so I just watched this video. So sorry for your loss and my sympathy to the rest of your family as well. Your closing message was very insightful. All the best in 2024 and I’m looking forward to watching your upcoming videos. As always, drive safe. Vince

[@tomlee7651]

So, sorry for your loss. May the memories live forever, and the pain fade away quickly. I'm glad all my final arrangements are premade and paid for. Takes the burden and worry away from my children. ❤

[@2112st]

James, I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my dad 9 days before the 9/11 attacks in NYC, which I witnessed live. My mom will be gone 10 years this March. I drive a large school bus. The pain will lessen, but it will be a V-E-R-Y gradual lessening. Eventually, the fierce pain of grief will be gone, and you'll be left with the warm memories of your dad. Take care. I enjoy your channel.

[@behnamkia7944]

Much love to you, your dad, and your family.

[@jakebluethunder]

Hello James. I'm so sorry for the loss of your Father. My deepest condolences to you at this time. 💐The loss of a parent is one of the most difficult to bear. Sending good wishes to you and hope to see you here sometime in the future. ♥

[@user-vt9nw7pj1m]

Hi James thinking of you and your family thanks for everything you do cheers Mike.

[@silversides2011]

Thank you James for the update. My deepest condolences on the loss of your Father. All of your fans know how busy you have been and we await your very informative videos. Best wishes to you and your family for a happy, healthy and successful 2024.

[@finnishknitting4637]

James - I'm relatively new to the motor coach world and quite new to your channel. I've enjoyed your content immensely. I was absolutely heartbroken when I saw your video about your dear kitty and my heart breaks again with the news of your father. Hang in there and know you have a ton of fans who appreciate what you do and will wait as long as it takes for you to get back to it. Hang in there buddy and take care of yourself.

[@vdubb20]

Very sorry for your loss. I can only imagine. My wife has worked with you guys a couple of times. Her family owns Regal Coach company out of Chicago. She’s gonna be on the lookout for you in Raleigh, NC at the Expo. Hopefully she can be featured on your channel. Stay strong, brother.

[@felixlozada5969]

My Condolences to you and your family James.. I will keep you and your family in my prayers 🙏 God bless you James...

[@MelanieRuck-dq5uo]

From the UK, welcome back James. We have missed you and your interesting videos. We are very sad and sorry to hear about your Father. It is clear that it has left a big hole in your life. My husband's mother died just ten days before your Father, on November 1st, but she was in her nineties and not a relatively young person only in his seventies, which must have made the loss an even greater one. You and your family are in our thoughts

[@iDigidude]

James, you and especially your Mom are in my thoughts and Prayers. God Bless

[@user-pn6us3th9z]

James, Sorry for your loss, I know it can be very hard, I lost my wife (unexpectedly) of 35 years on the 1st September 2023. We were 6 weeks into retirement, your words at the end are so true. Take care.

[@user-bs2yn4hz3y]

My condolences to you and your family. Keep your head up

[@jordyfernandez860]

I'm so happy to see you post again. I've been wondering why I haven't seen any of your content appear on youtube for a while. I remember watching a lot of your videos back when I was going to school to be a diesel tech

[@davidwright2706]

So sorry for you James, Hope that the new year brings new happiness and new opportunities for you and your family.

[@vehiclesonajourney]

I'm sorry that you lost your cat and your dad. That definitely must've have been very tough to go though but hopefully this year will be better.

[@adventureswithharpdog4123]

Praying for you and your family brother I know how you feel I lost my mother in September

[@reutzelfred]

Hello my friend. I’m very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. Looking forward to enjoying your new videos. Great advice on staying in touch 👍

[@cjmccarty]

Sorry for the loss prayers for you and your Family.

[@katherinerice7921]

Sorry for your loss James, I lost my Dad 5years ago, I still miss him,,I guess I always will! Take care and stay safe, hugs from South Australia!

[@magesnz]

My condolences my dear, I hope you and your family get through this , as well as if you need time and support please ask cause people will support you

[@mauricebarnett6951]

James, sometimes life throws tragic times at you, but life knows you can handle these tragic events, and yes the wheels need to keep on turning. I've been a coach nut since my mid teens, gotvmy dream job coach driving when I was 20 and drove all over Europe at the age of 21. Even though I drive trains and have done since 98, coaches are in my blood, and its been a pleasure watching your videos seeing what coach driving is like in the USA. Keep up the good work buddy

[@vincenthprice2260]

Hey James glad to see you back I was wondering why i haven’t seen you and videos except the short video anyway good to see you back . Sorry for you lost .Happy new year’s

[@Bus4025]

James, I am sooooo sorry about your cat and father. I know how it feels to go through what you did. I lost both of my parents, I still get broken up over it sometimes . And I am a cat lover! I hope you can heal quickly and come back and make those great videos. Good bless you, my brother, and I hope to you back here soon! I hope of you come back to California, you will come to the South Bay. I would like to meet up with you!! Keep those wheels rolling.

[@Ferguson1985]

Hi James. I totally understand about losing you're dad. I had that happen. And I absolutely love you're videos and seeing my favorite J4500 motorcoaches.

[@gregoryjohnson8724]

My condolences to you and your family for your losses. Great to see you back

[@amyparquette6336]

Hello, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Sending my condolences to you and your family. I have been a Class A Semi truck OTR driver for almost 20 years now, but I've decided to make a change of pace and get my Passenger endorsement and become a motor coach driver. I start my training in February. I'm so looking forward to starting a new adventure and chapter.

[@FrancoisDUFAU]

Bonjour, James ! Very sorry to hear about your father's passing. Stlll, as you said, the wheels must keep turning... Take care of yourself, your loved ones ans your passengers. I wish you a happier 2024 new year, and same for the coming ones. François

[@Girardin71]

My Condolences to you and your family, i hope 2024 will be a year for your family

[@wmg33]

Your father looks like an extremely strong and proud man. I’m sorry for your loss. RIP Mr Wang

[@AntonioOlivas-se5su]

My heartfelt condolences for your loss. Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@wxkat]

I definitely don’t blame you for taking a break but am glad to see you back. My 20-something year old cat passed away near the end of June myself, so I can feel that pain. My condolences on the loss of your father too - my dad passed in 2003 and my mom in 2004, so even though it’s now been some 20 years I still miss them.

[@anthonyhawkins8613]

James, I’m very sorry about you losing your dad. I’m also sorry about you losing your cat. I’m not a bus driver but I’m a truck driver. I’ve been driving 18 wheelers for 26.5 years. I just drive in the southeastern states. I hope to retire from it soon. God bless you and keep the videos coming. Oh, also my grandad drove for Greyhound for about 30 years and retired from there many years ago.

[@wutzerface77]

I know you've already heard it a million times but-- I'm so sorry for your losses. Thank you for sharing your personal stories, there truly is strength in numbers. I hope your KZbin family (all of us) combined with your close family and friends will help you get through this. I've been lucky enough to grow up with/live with many cats over the years, and saying goodbye is always the impossible part. But saying goodbye to your father is much harder, and seeing your strength through this ordeal empowers me for when I have to go through the same thing.

[@Rheilffordd]

I've been on the road, and now catching up on this video, and yes, I speak for many of your community that this was hard to watch, but the message most definitely resonated with all of us with the losses you had last year and the emotional hole it leaves. Take comfort knowing you have an entire community backing you on whatever decision you need to make when it comes to pausing content creation, because of real world matters.

[@georgegong6813]

So sorry to see the passing of your Father. I lost my Mother in 2023 myself so I feel your pain. My late Father in 1997. Luckily my 2 old cats & middle aged dog still with me. Though too have suffered through the loss of feline & canine companions. It is never easy. Hang in there my friend. You will get through this.

[@scooter812]

So sorry to hear. My heart breaks for you. You said to spend time with friends and family, it's a reminder that they or ourselves may not be here tomorrow. Final thought: Be kind to one another. You never know what the other person might be going through.

[@danhornstein5125]

My condolences to you and your family. I, too, lost my father last year and know how tough it is.

[@edwardantrobusjr2253]

😢I am very sorry for the loss of your father, and also your cat. I lost my father during the 2020 lockdown. My family never had the chance to get together to morn the loss. 2 of his brothers also passed in 2020. So I feel your pain.

[@ablacksquare]

🚌 Wishing your family comfort and peace during this transitional time. A beautiful message. Thank you. 🚌

[@MissShark8383]

Sorry for your loss it’s hard. I’m feeling it for the last month myself losing my dad. I just been watching videos to get mind away from it all.

[@Cancare14]

So very sorry to hear about your dad. I loss my father in 2010 and I’m still missing him so much! Hope to see your Prevost video. I like the new H3-45.

[@tonyvlip7645]

All the best to you and your family

[@sgbradley16]

So sorry, I actually do understand. I lost my dad in October 2021. Looking forward to what’s to come in the new year.

[@khakiswag]

Sorry for your loss James. He lives on in you; your morals and ethics that we see in your videos is a reflection of the man he was. Although we never met him we know he was a great man because he raised a good son.

[@karimrasheedwilson2160]

My Condolences Brother .❤❤ He looking down very proud of you!

[@longhaulcaptain9474]

Sorry for you loss James. Family first! We'll be here when you're ready.

[@user-zf8dz9lg5p]

Sorry about 2023 and the losses you’ve experienced. Heartfelt condolences to you and the family. Thanks for all the great info, transparency, passion in your videos. Best to you in 2024.

[@pablorjimenezjr]

Jimbo, I am very sorry for your loss. Please know that you have the thoughts and prayers from this entire community that you have created on this channel. Also, thank you, especially for those words you said at the end of the video. They have very strong meaning and importance. It is awesome to hear of all the support that you are receiving just now it’s really great that you had the time to spend with your father. Heck now we know where you got your good looks from bro. Many well wishes for you and your family this year. Keep your head up little cousin. You are a solid dude.

[@travisspiva]

We have missed you! I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. I’m certain he was very proud of you.

[@derekzigzag4mlg840]

Beautiful message for us James, sorry for the loss of your father.

[@Tina-ds3pp]

Michelle and I are sorry for your loss James! I have been with you since the beginning and feel as a driver the best therapy is a nice long drive!

[@kenstudios]

My condolences to you my KZbin friend, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We support you all the way.

[@varney1987]

James I hope you are doing ok as I too understand the loss of a loved one. You have my support in the hard time. My this year bring you more joy and happiness then the last. You and your family are in my prayers. God bless you.

[@BrianWalsingham]

Parents are reflected in the children that they raise. I can tell that your Father was a good man. My condolences.

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

Sorry to hear about your loss sir

[@AJMjazz]

My sincerest condolences to you and your family, James. I pray you maintain your strength in this season. Both of my parents passed within 6 years of each other. I was reminded we are their legacy and they are always with us. Your final word was spot on. Always make time for the loved ones in our life.