So many things come to mind after watching this video. Glad to hear that GOD led you to the G.O.D. Thanks for taking us to the confluence of those two mighty rivers. We also stood at the confluence of your thoughts and your optimism for the future. The eagle feather said it all. Having the eyes to see its meaning is like looking at stamps. They're not just little pieces of paper. Each of them takes us someplace they've already been. Stay on the path and bring us along when you can! - Eric
Know that you are loved! Though we sometimes stumble and walk in dark alleys, God never gives up on you. His arms are wide open. I read what so many wrote on last weeks video, and I also want to say: don't be too hard on yourself! You are a great person. Don't worry about UA-cam. Rest and heal yourself ❤
You are absolutely worth it my friend. My wife helped me get through my tough times with my addictions along with many believing friends. Glad to see you back and not droping the stamp field. Just make sure you pace yourself my friend, we don't want to loose ayu as a friend and collector, 🙏
Hi Mr Silk….So glad to see you are getting well….My programs slogan says…If you are going to beat yourself up….then beat yourself up with a feather….Peace and Blessings….Looking forward to see your next stamp video….I have been collecting stamps for many years….then lost interest….and gave everything away or paid some bills by selling them…I do love stamps…and now have a wonderful collection on Pinterest…it’s not the real thing…but it works for me….I love this stamp community…it is a gift to me…Thanks to everyone…….
Thank you for opening up to us. Have you tried walking around at your "sacred spot" barefoot? Some say it helps you reconnect with the earth..... that an energy flows into you, which can help with many aspects of life. Bravo for being intelligent enough to seek the group for help in your journey in beating those abusive demons.... as for finding stamps..... my new mantra MIGHT be.... Do something with all the stamps you already have ! New videos - I'll watch when they appear.... on your schedule. Take care of you and your family.
Stamps really ARE the best therapy. Too bad more people haven’t discovered that secret. So glad you've made it through your difficulty and decided to stick with the channel. Fortnightly sounds like the right move...
Hoozah 🎉. It’s wonderful to have you back amongst us with your joy and honesty….. and knowledge of the philatelic arts🎉. Take care of yourself. You can be sure I’ll be praying for you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Glad Youre back mr Silk, maby that feather was a sign of God that he's looking and watching over You, looking forward to Youre videos and happy stamping :)
Great video and a very personal story. Here´s another story: my grandfather ( German, born 1899) was a WW I volunteer in 1916/17, had to make his experiences at the Western front and got a "souvenir", an American shrapnel while their unit retreated in Summer 1918. So, for the rest of his life his right leg was handicapped. Nonetheless, he established a taxi company in the early 1930s. And he was also a heavy smoker due to business stress. When WW II began in Sept. 1939, he immediately stopped smoking because he knew exactly what it meant running short of "drugs" from his WW I experiences. And he never started smoking again and passed away in 1988. Greets from GER, U.
Beautiful video! Glad you are feeling comfortable continuing with stamps - I certainly find the time spent with the hobby therapeutic and stress relieving.
So very happy to see that you have returned to us and seem to be happier with yourself. I checked your channel every day and worried about you, but had a feeling you would be able to move on. Your fans will understand if you take time off now and then. Loved seeing your sweet dog - he adds another positive dimension to your show and pets can increase viewership!! Beautiful German collection - perhaps You might zero in on a topic as a path toward a new collection that many could learn from.
The one thing I will say is that you can't give up. A habit you can't quit a habit. The universe will be buoyed in a spot in the universe. Never is void no matter what you move. If you move the air in front of you and carry it down below the spot, you moved it from bills back up, so you have to replace. They have it, and I do agree. You've done that with stamps to an extent and you should be proud of yourself at ultimates at all times be proud of yourself Some men are born great, and some men have greatness thrust upon them. But all name, I have greatness in them
You lift mine, and I am sure, all our spirits too. I really enjoyed this trip through to this special place. I live by the site of a Celtic and later Roman temple complex in the UK. There is nothing to tell you it is a special place, a very busy motorway and railway line have done for that but sometimes I head to the now shallow water and it fills me with great contentment. The sunsets, even with the roar of traffic, are superb. As for alcohol, well, you are spot on. There is so much I could add but I will leave it for now, except to say, I have been to the US twice - a school soccer tour to Florida and a trip when 17 to New York, Washington, Philidelphia and then into Canada. The desire to go back and travel the country has been building for a while. This video and others of yours is adding to that desire. Thankyou. Now, to sort some stamps before the kids get up!
Good to sèe you back.some struggles are never ending but worth the effor. Looking forward to more stamps and journeys through the land of 10,000 lakes.
So glad to see you back on your channel. But happier to see that you've got your relationship with God. Best wishes and prayers for the future. Thanks again for sharing.
Your openness about what you are going through is a lot of your healing. So is your connection with nature, the scenery you showed is very beautiful. I have found that the most healing of all is a relationship with God, whom I believe is Jesus. That is how I got over a debilitating mental depression that could have cost me my life. I felt totally worthless, like I had no purpose in life. That is when I found my higher power which I believe is Jesus, and that made all the difference in my life. Also, keep up with stamps, they are very therapeutic and they inspire you to learn so much about history and the world. My collecting of stamps is what has helped me to talk intelligently with people from other countries. May God bless you in your endeavors as you continue to heal.
Very personal. Very reflective. Thanks for sharing this part of your journey with us. Looking forward to more from you on stamps and as a believer in God, will continue to remember you and your family in prayer. B blessed.
Mr. Silk. Very nice video. With every ending, there is a new beginning, my friend. Can't wait for your new stamp video. It's therapy for both of us. You give me hope by your strength to face your issues as l face mine. I don't know you, but I am proud of your determination. Believe in your creator. You are here for a reason. Family, close friends and for your friends on your channel. You are a very good person. Believe in yourself and your creator and if you do, you CAN handle anything. May l wish you a wonderful evening, Mr. Silk. 😊
Good to hear you are on the upswing and also giving yourself a bit more room on the videos. If it ain't fun, don't do it. Looking forward to more stamp tales when you're ready.
I truly hope you are alright mate. To my mind you are an awesome bloke, I am sure you will be fine with or without the so called God!! Best wishes Yankee cousin!!
Mmmmph. I grew up w/ a very abusive, alcoholic mother that spent most of her life going to AA meetings. At 81, she doesn't drink anymore...cuz enough broken bones from falling down the stairs isn't "recoverable" anymore. I never liked their message about not being in control of one's life and the god thing. My mother is the epitome of " not my fault! I can't control it," She was also the person that was physically abusive when it came to going to catholic church. It was beaten into her, and she continued the tradition. Screaming about me putting on a dress/ nails in my thighs if i didn't look like I was reading the missile.... I ended up gay. At my age now...that doesn't even occur to me. I have pets. I feed wildlife and love stamp collecting. My parents accepted me eventually ( after 10 yrs) , but having a drunk/ catholic mother wasn't fun for a long time. One thing that makes me sad is how u equated stamp collecting to an addiction in your last video. My mom just told me about a Reader's Digest article she read that touted hobbies as the most important exercises for one's mind. Please don't give that up! You have made my day so many times with your enthusiasm and sharing of your stamp knowledge. I really hope u focus on what you love,,,,and don't focus on feeling there is something wrong .xoxocxo
@user-ri2ph4ep5h Stamp collection IS an addiction for many of us, but as long as it doesn't create financial problems (and for most of us it doesn't) or cause us to neglect other responsibilities, then it is a positive addiction...
Hello and bonjour, my fellow philatelist friend. I was wondering if you have received my large enveloppe containing various French stamps and blocks. Sending my very best wishes from Provence.
Hello and bonjour to you too! No, not yet, but I'll keep an eye out for sure and if you drop me a line to my channel's email address (it's in the description of the video) I'll let you know when it arrives. Thanks!
So many programs out there that promise you'll quit drinking from one day to the next and feel great for the rest of your life. Listen, Steffon Barkload's Quit Drinking Forever takes a lighter, safer approach which you decide to go with at your own pace. Best shortcut I go’ogled that only took days to rewire my brain to continually experience mental peace.
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So many things come to mind after watching this video. Glad to hear that GOD led you to the G.O.D. Thanks for taking us to the confluence of those two mighty rivers. We also stood at the confluence of your thoughts and your optimism for the future. The eagle feather said it all. Having the eyes to see its meaning is like looking at stamps. They're not just little pieces of paper. Each of them takes us someplace they've already been. Stay on the path and bring us along when you can! - Eric
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE ! I will keep coming back …. To enjoy your videos😂
Know that you are loved! Though we sometimes stumble and walk in dark alleys, God never gives up on you. His arms are wide open.
I read what so many wrote on last weeks video, and I also want to say: don't be too hard on yourself! You are a great person. Don't worry about UA-cam. Rest and heal yourself ❤
You are absolutely worth it my friend. My wife helped me get through my tough times with my addictions along with many believing friends. Glad to see you back and not droping the stamp field. Just make sure you pace yourself my friend, we don't want to loose ayu as a friend and collector, 🙏
Hi Mr Silk….So glad to see you are getting well….My programs slogan says…If you are going to beat yourself up….then beat yourself up with a feather….Peace and Blessings….Looking forward to see your next stamp video….I have been collecting stamps for many years….then lost interest….and gave everything away or paid some bills by selling them…I do love stamps…and now have a wonderful collection on Pinterest…it’s not the real thing…but it works for me….I love this stamp community…it is a gift to me…Thanks to everyone…….
Maximum respect to you and your story. Stamp collecting is a much better addiction anyway 😅 life is too short
Well back. GOD Bless.
Thank you for opening up to us. Have you tried walking around at your "sacred spot" barefoot? Some say it helps you reconnect with the earth..... that an energy flows into you, which can help with many aspects of life. Bravo for being intelligent enough to seek the group for help in your journey in beating those abusive demons.... as for finding stamps..... my new mantra MIGHT be.... Do something with all the stamps you already have ! New videos - I'll watch when they appear.... on your schedule. Take care of you and your family.
Stamps really ARE the best therapy. Too bad more people haven’t discovered that secret. So glad you've made it through your difficulty and decided to stick with the channel. Fortnightly sounds like the right move...
Hoozah 🎉. It’s wonderful to have you back amongst us with your joy and honesty….. and knowledge of the philatelic arts🎉. Take care of yourself. You can be sure I’ll be praying for you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Glad Youre back mr Silk, maby that feather was a sign of God that he's looking and watching over You, looking forward to Youre videos and happy stamping :)
Great video and a very personal story. Here´s another story: my grandfather ( German, born 1899) was a WW I volunteer in 1916/17, had to make his experiences at the Western front and got a "souvenir", an American shrapnel while their unit retreated in Summer 1918. So, for the rest of his life his right leg was handicapped. Nonetheless, he established a taxi company in the early 1930s. And he was also a heavy smoker due to business stress. When WW II began in Sept. 1939, he immediately stopped smoking because he knew exactly what it meant running short of "drugs" from his WW I experiences. And he never started smoking again and passed away in 1988. Greets from GER, U.
Beautiful video! Glad you are feeling comfortable continuing with stamps - I certainly find the time spent with the hobby therapeutic and stress relieving.
Wow!! What a super geographical, cultural spiritual, riverine spot!!
So very happy to see that you have returned to us and seem to be happier with yourself. I checked your channel every day and worried about you, but had a feeling you would be able to move on. Your fans will understand if you take time off now and then. Loved seeing your sweet dog - he adds another positive dimension to your show and pets can increase viewership!! Beautiful German collection - perhaps You might zero in on a topic as a path toward a new collection that many could learn from.
The one thing I will say is that you can't give up. A habit you can't quit a habit. The universe will be buoyed in a spot in the universe. Never is void no matter what you move. If you move the air in front of you and carry it down below the spot, you moved it from bills back up, so you have to replace. They have it, and I do agree. You've done that with stamps to an extent and you should be proud of yourself at ultimates at all times be proud of yourself Some men are born great, and some men have greatness thrust upon them. But all name, I have greatness in them
You lift mine, and I am sure, all our spirits too. I really enjoyed this trip through to this special place. I live by the site of a Celtic and later Roman temple complex in the UK. There is nothing to tell you it is a special place, a very busy motorway and railway line have done for that but sometimes I head to the now shallow water and it fills me with great contentment. The sunsets, even with the roar of traffic, are superb. As for alcohol, well, you are spot on. There is so much I could add but I will leave it for now, except to say, I have been to the US twice - a school soccer tour to Florida and a trip when 17 to New York, Washington, Philidelphia and then into Canada. The desire to go back and travel the country has been building for a while. This video and others of yours is adding to that desire. Thankyou. Now, to sort some stamps before the kids get up!
Good to sèe you back.some struggles are never ending but worth the effor. Looking forward to more stamps and journeys through the land of 10,000 lakes.
Powerful message Silk, thank you for sharing. Glad to see you back and I look forward to sharing your philatelic journey with you.
So glad to see you back on your channel. But happier to see that you've got your relationship with God. Best wishes and prayers for the future. Thanks again for sharing.
Your openness about what you are going through is a lot of your healing. So is your connection with nature, the scenery you showed is very beautiful. I have found that the most healing of all is a relationship with God, whom I believe is Jesus. That is how I got over a debilitating mental depression that could have cost me my life. I felt totally worthless, like I had no purpose in life. That is when I found my higher power which I believe is Jesus, and that made all the difference in my life. Also, keep up with stamps, they are very therapeutic and they inspire you to learn so much about history and the world. My collecting of stamps is what has helped me to talk intelligently with people from other countries. May God bless you in your endeavors as you continue to heal.
Very personal. Very reflective. Thanks for sharing this part of your journey with us. Looking forward to more from you on stamps and as a believer in God, will continue to remember you and your family in prayer. B blessed.
Good stories... you've got THAT Covered... Thanks for sharing!!
You are an amazing person in many ways….looks like your on the right path forward. Congrats.
Mr. Silk. Very nice video. With every ending, there is a new beginning, my friend. Can't wait for your new stamp video. It's therapy for both of us. You give me hope by your strength to face your issues as l face mine. I don't know you, but I am proud of your determination. Believe in your creator. You are here for a reason. Family, close friends and for your friends on your channel. You are a very good person. Believe in yourself and your creator and if you do, you CAN handle anything. May l wish you a wonderful evening, Mr. Silk. 😊
Stamps are great therapy, they have got me through difficult times and continue to do so, hang in there.
Welcome back, Mr. Silk!!
The best stamp video I have watched to date!
Good to hear you are on the upswing and also giving yourself a bit more room on the videos. If it ain't fun, don't do it. Looking forward to more stamp tales when you're ready.
Great to see you back Silk! Love this latest video. Was surprised to learn there is liquid water in Minnesota.
For a few minutes longer...
You seem to have your hat on backwards Mr Silk!! You have relapsed...into Americanism!! Tee Hee. Cheers mate from Australia!!
Ha! Just covering up a disappearing hair line... :)
Great video, you have helped me understand more about myself too. Love the story about the folks at GOD.
A stamp isn't too different than a feather . . . both move something through the air to its final destination.
I truly hope you are alright mate. To my mind you are an awesome bloke, I am sure you will be fine with or without the so called God!! Best wishes Yankee cousin!!
LOvely feather... How are you going to MOUNT that exactly...?
Ha!
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Ask God, He is always there....
Mmmmph. I grew up w/ a very abusive, alcoholic mother that spent most of her life going to AA meetings. At 81, she doesn't drink anymore...cuz enough broken bones from falling down the stairs isn't "recoverable" anymore. I never liked their message about not being in control of one's life and the god thing. My mother is the epitome of " not my fault! I can't control it," She was also the person that was physically abusive when it came to going to catholic church. It was beaten into her, and she continued the tradition. Screaming about me putting on a dress/ nails in my thighs if i didn't look like I was reading the missile....
I ended up gay. At my age now...that doesn't even occur to me. I have pets. I feed wildlife and love stamp collecting. My parents accepted me eventually ( after 10 yrs) , but having a drunk/ catholic mother wasn't fun for a long time.
One thing that makes me sad is how u equated stamp collecting to an addiction in your last video. My mom just told me about a Reader's Digest article she read that touted hobbies as the most important exercises for one's mind. Please don't give that up!
You have made my day so many times with your enthusiasm and sharing of your stamp knowledge. I really hope u focus on what you love,,,,and don't focus on feeling there is something wrong .xoxocxo
@user-ri2ph4ep5h Stamp collection IS an addiction for many of us, but as long as it doesn't create financial problems (and for most of us it doesn't) or cause us to neglect other responsibilities, then it is a positive addiction...
Hello and bonjour, my fellow philatelist friend. I was wondering if you have received my large enveloppe containing various French stamps and blocks. Sending my very best wishes from Provence.
Hello and bonjour to you too! No, not yet, but I'll keep an eye out for sure and if you drop me a line to my channel's email address (it's in the description of the video) I'll let you know when it arrives. Thanks!
Silk, did you try and listen to some of my Connie Francis tunes to ease your pain.I'd like to see your comments..
I will!
Look after yourself sir, a fortnight video will be good .
So many programs out there that promise you'll quit drinking from one day to the next and feel great for the rest of your life. Listen, Steffon Barkload's Quit Drinking Forever takes a lighter, safer approach which you decide to go with at your own pace. Best shortcut I go’ogled that only took days to rewire my brain to continually experience mental peace.