Tomorrow morning anyone of us watching this video could find ourselves beginning a journey down the same path you’re on now. And for any of us who one day get a diagnosis we don’t want to hear and are confronted with the same decisions that you’re facing, thank you in advance. Thank you for making your journey public. Thank you for being so honest and transparent. Thank you for being courageous and for showing your concerns and fears. Thank you for being so gracious and generous with us. I can only imagine how lonely this all is for you but please find some comfort in knowing that around the world those of us watching are standing in your corner and wishing only the best for you.
I know when you have cancer, people tend to tell you to hang tough and stay strong. I’m here to tell you, it’s okay if you have days when you can’t or just don’t want to be strong. God bless you. Praying for peace and comfort! 💙
Cancer is a lonely place yes. Not even people like me who had cancer can fully understand what you are going through. I hope you can feel the love of all of us here. Good luck💗
Your nature footage is the prettiest thing I've seen all day, which is saying a lot because I live near the beach in Florida, and I spent almost the entire day going to different gardens/nurseries looking at plants and trees (deciding what to plant in my yard since hurricane Irma was such a bitch to it last year). Anyway, off to rewatch this vid! Amazing how you manage to capture such perfect beauty at this frightening, uncertain, and just crappy moment in your life. I guess life is beautiful from beginning to end -- no matter what happens in the middle, huh?
God bless you! I know that lonely place, that fear of being completely out of control, lost, afraid, blind to what will happen next ...it’s horrible!! May God give you His peace! I am praying for that above all!! Peace for your spirit and strength or the days ahead!
Beautiful filming....sad though. Spring is a time of rebirth and hope. I hope you have a very successful rebirth with little to no disease in your life.
Miss you so much..... I hope you found heaven to be everything that you deserve. Still watching your videos in hopes that it will some how bring you back.😭
I hate cancer's guts!! We all will be praying for a good outcome! Sometimes, the anxiety before an operation of this kind can be worse than the actual operation. Yes, it sounds like a very invasive surgery. With all of us praying and sending you strength and love, hope it helps you not feeling in such a lonely place. You are so LOVED Dan!! xoxo
Dear Dan, now I wrote three different comments and deleted them all because they seemed to be so senseless. I think of you every day and I hope the big surgery will minimum stop the pain! I send you a big hug from Munich!
Cancer is a very lonely journey. Too many of us will experience it in our lifetime. You can be surrounded by loved ones, be supported all the way...and still feel alone. Hopefully knowing that you have so many people across the whole globe thinking about you and willing you to beat this will help lift your spirits 💪💪
I was already sad when I clicked on this video and seeing you and hearing what all you're dealing with and this music just made me break down and cry. I'm so sorry and I pray you can find a cure for this dreadful disease.
Dan - I've stumbled across your videos over the last few days - so honest and brave and teaching us all so much. I don't know why I am watching these as I don't have cancer, but I'm I want you to know my heart and prayers and love are with you. I never post comments on things I watch on UA-cam - making an exception here. You have many people whom you will never know with you and praying for you and loving you - regardless of how things turn out, you're amassing a huge number of loving people who support and care for you. I'm so sad this is happening - and I ask God to help, intervene, and help us to accept His Will. He loves you most of all. XXOO
I know it may seem bleak right now and overwhelming. It's ok to feel anxious or afraid of the surgery, its a massive step in your fight. Courage is not the absence fear, it is carrying on in the face of that fear that marks true strength. You are courageous! Your positivity and persistence in this frightful battle proves that fact. While you may feel lonely, know that we are all with you. At the cost of possibly sounding like a broken record, I urge you to stay strong and positive. Remember, you are Dan The Man! You are in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏💖
Hi Dan, this vlog was so moving, I really feel for you, your going through the hardest time of your life, but you have an army behind you, we are all praying this works for you, I am thinking of you, sending big hugs 💙💙
Dan you are an artist with your vlog....I've never seen anything like it. Not only how raw it is, but your talent in conveying emotion with how you film and edit your cinematography. Your nature filming today conveyed your emotion....it felt cold, barren, silent, solitary, but still depicting the strength and beauty of nature. You are amazing. I so hope tomorrow is a better day. I read your blog and....so articulate and real...and heartbreaking. Some journeys are just singular and for those who love you it is a heartbreak. But the greatest heartbreak is yours....so many of us sending you our love. You really are our hero....xo
You are just such a lovely person, Dan💓 You are processing life...your entire life...in such a short and expedited amount of time. The amount of dignity and grace with which you do this speaks to the soul your mortal coil enshrines. You, good sir, have made ripples across the oceans💓 Much love and many blessings from Canada 🇨🇦
I love the way you edited this video. The images and music are so soothing. I can't pretend to know what you're going through, but have watched both my boyfriend and father succumb to this damn disease, and am now taking care of my mum who has several chronic, dangerous health conditions, so I know the emotional turmoil, the fears and sadness, and the longing for something better than you and your loved ones are suffering through. Just want you to know this community is there with you in spirit. Wish your cancer was easily curable, or not so scary to deal with, but am glad you are figuring every-thing out so publicly and honestly because it will help others suffering from cancer and other chronic diseases.
Dan, great video. You are carrying a burden and its understandable that you are worried. Please know I'm praying for you. There is a God and He is with you always. Hugs🐥
Beautiful shot of the ivy. That was so peaceful. Good that you can still stop in the midst of all the Insanity and just look at a branch, take in a waterfall. A patch of snow, a shadow on a log. This means.. You are HERE and you will be HERE. I'm praying for you and everything will work out. Everything will work out.
It's the perfect statement, cancer is a lonely place. People say they understand, but unless they're in the club, they can't understand -however well meaning and loving their intentions are. I am so very sorry you are facing this huge surgery, I think of you a lot and send you lots of positive, healing energy from Florida. Thank you for so generously sharing your life with us. 💙
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Will be praying for you that your surgery will be a success and they can remove all that cancer out and you have a prompt recovery.🙏🙏🙏
Dear Dan , sending you much love and prayers from South Wales. Keep strong , you wonderful boy. Love to Claire , Mum ,Dad and family. God bless, stay strong xx
I cannot tell you how much you inspire me! Your painful journey is bringing so much inspiration to those that watch you. You're an amazing man and there is no way I could muster up the strength to do what you do. Many prayers being sent out for you from Ohio, USA!
You are such a darling person. Since stumbling upon your campaign I'm thinking of you every day. Much love to you, your family and loved ones, from San Francisco.
Hey Dan, great footage. I noticed the symbolism with the cut wood and the peacefulness of the woods, the new hrowth on the trees, the road leading off, and YOU will forever be the sunshine!!! 💖 Take each day as it comes and cherish each moment. Prayers said.🙏 ❤👨🌞 (Give Claire a hug and kiss your Mom & Dad).💋💞🌹
As a single man. Living by myself. And with only 2 family members. That live quite a distance away. I had to endure stage IV colorectal cancer mostly by myself. And it really sucked. But I did it. And survived cancer. For now.
Awwww Dan, I know you’re very sad and worried today. I hear the melancholy in your voice. Just breaks my heart for you. I know you’re scared and feeling alone. Just know many of us are praying for you and holding you close in our hearts. It’s such a roller coaster ride of emotion. Hang in there, just breathe.
+PeeWeeToms Hi. The Bible says, those that trust in him, he will not put them to shame. Trust in him, and by his stripes you were already healed. I'm praying. I was born with cystic Hygroma, and had to have surgeries on my left shoulder. I can't wear blouses that can't cover me. Every time, the shoulder would swell, and another surgery. I was tired until I cried to God. On July 2 2006, was my last surgery. Do u know what happened, soon I was under general anesthesia, and my doctor started to do the surgery, guess who walked in with two angels, Jesus and he took over and did the surgery himself. The next day on July 3, he came in my hospital room, wished me happy Birthday, and later his hand on my shoulder. I felt a terrible heat from my head to my feet, and he told that you are going home today, and I was healed on the spot.Today, I'm still healed. What God can't do. I pray that you will have the same visitation in Jesus name.
Dan I loved I loved the nature footage. Really pretty. I noticed the cut branches and thought it may be an analogy in a way for what you are about to go through. It is a trip into the unknown, and that must be daunting for you. Healing may take some time, but visualisation techniques and being gentle with yourself will help your body heal. Positive thoughts being beamed your way. Stay strong and positive sweet Dan. 😊
Hi there you are in my thoughts and I'll be praying.Sending love and you are truly a brave young man.All of us care so hold on to the thought that you may be lonely that's normal I think but you are not alone.
Dan, i send you strength and love. I pray your surgery goes well and that your recovery will be quick. You're such a special person. I wish you the best .
You're a really good videographer! The music was very calming. And your views were a good representation of all the beauty that God has created. I understand your plight to a small degree as I have just been diagnosed with lung cancer. But I have had a 40-year walk with the Lord. I put my life in His hands and have allowed Him to direct my steps. In the difficulties He has walked beside me, opened my eyes & heart to Hope, helped me to often choose a better perspective, been my Light in the Darkness. You don't have to pull up a chair and sit in a place of loneliness; it is just a feeling. Our feelings are dictated by what we choose to think about. Isn't it odd that when we're going through trials we tend to dwell on all the negative? Just like when a couple breaks up and the gal chooses to listen to the saddest music for the next month. And how does that help her? Only God knows whether your life will end from cancer, but what about your life after death? Have you thought about whether or not there is truly a heaven and a hell? If there is an eternity on the other side do you know where you want to be and how to get there? These are probably important questions that you should be thinking about at this time. My belief from reading the Bible for 40 years is that just like there is good and evil on this Earth, there is also a place of Good and of Evil after our Earthly death. I can tell you for a fact that God loves you so much. He is not pleased that you have cancer and in pain. If you just talk to Him like you would a friend and ask Him to help you, He will do it. "You have examined my heart and know everything about me. You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even when I'm far away. You see me when I travel and when I rest at home. You know everything I do. You know everything I am going to say even before I say it. You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too great for me to understand. I can never escape from Your Spirit! I can never get away from Your presence. If I go up to heaven You are there; if I go to the Grave You are there also. If I ride the wings of the morning, if I dwell by the farthest oceans, even there Your hand will guide me & Your strength will support me. I could ask the darkness to hide me and the light around me to become night, but even in the darkness I cannot hide from You. To you the night shines as bright as day. Darkness and Light are the same to You. You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother's womb. Thank You for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous-how well I know it. You watched me when I was being formed in utter seclusion, as I was woven together in the dark of the womb. You saw me before I was born, everyday of my life was recorded in your book, every moment was laid out before a single day of my life had passed. How precious are your thoughts about me, oh God. They cannot be numbered. I can't even count them; they outnumber the grains of the sand. And when I wake up each day you are still with me! Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends You, and lead me along the path of everlasting life." Psalm 139 David speaking to God when King Saul was trying to find him to kill him and David was living as a nomad, hiding in caves. Even in his distress he was focused on the goodness of God. God took King Saul's life and made David King instead. In this life there are often times when we get to a point where no one can help us, but God. He has the blueprints for our lives. He knows what you need and He has the power to do what He knows is best for you. He has given the doctor's wisdom and medicines. But yet He is the only One who can completely heal someone of disease. I am talking to God about you often. Of course, I want you to be healed and pain-free. I would like you to live a long life on this Earth. But God's will for us is not always what we want. And that's where trust comes in, allowing Him to be in control. You've tried everything else in your life, right? Maybe it's time to see what God can do. 🖤
💞 I'm just going through the comments and there are so many brothers and sisters in Christ here I've never seen on a non-believers channel! I'm trusting in Jesus He has called Dan, let's keep praying! Also God bless you, you gave comfort to me, too. Thanking you, thanking and praising God for you. ❤️
I can only imagine the many days and nights he thought about having to leave this earth at a young age. He never gave up. And in the end one can only imagine he said. God I am tired now. Take me home😥
wish I was with you Dan. I send you power and happiness ! you will get through this ! your young and strong still, and the body will heal. you will have a wonderful life . xo
Dan I can't imagine what you are going through but I am sure that you are scared, confused and wondering what the hell is going to go wrong next. Yes I have lost loved ones to cancer and have been by there side but I could never imagine what they were going through. Cancer is trying to make you feel like you are all alone, so that you will give up. What I can say is and I am sure alot of others are feeling the same way about this, is you may feel alone and at times maybe you are, but here and on the other social media sites that you have created, there are lots of us reaching out our hands to hold you're hands, to try and comfort you, through these bad times and hopefully one day in the future, we will be able to look back and say well done Dan we knew you could beat this. Now don't be giving up because alot of us do care about you and especially your family and beautiful partner. ☺👍👊
Dan, you have touched so many of us. I wish I could hug you and make it all go away. Chin up mate and know you are loved, prayed for, and thought of everyday. Augusta Georgia. USA. I have placed your information on my Facebook to pray and subscribe to your channel. Cheers
Please don't feel lonely Dan. I think of you everyday since seeing your blogs. I wish I could give you a hug. Hurts seeing you be strong when you've every right to be scared and worried. Wish we could all wish this away for you. If wishes could work id have wished it the very first blog I've watched. Take care hun and were with you in thoughts xx feeling helpless for such a wonderful person x makes me feel sad.
You are contagious Dan. You truly are a special person. I mean that in the most non creepy way. You’ve become like a family member. I just got to a quiet place where I can watch this. Wishing you good vibes, safety, happiness and whatever else that’s positive. Thanks for sharing with us.
I can't relate to what its like to have a rare cancer, I can however relate to having a lung condition and having to remove one lung changing my life forever after the surgery. The feeling of loneliness that I'm sure you feel. You are making an imprint in this world and though you are alone with your feelings there are so many of us rooting for you. I hope you feel loved and supported, and by the way... not being strong is also OK from time to time. I will be thinking, praying and sending virtual hugs your way. Good luck you courageous man! All the best from Sweden.
I think the filming is especially well shot/ put together in this one. "I've got to let it happen". That's a really powerful statement. It shows strength to be able to accept uncertainty and difficulty.
That's the phrase that grabbed me as well. "I've got to let it happen." That one spoken decision, just said so much and resonated with me. Wisdom, resignation and acceptance all bound up so tightly together. RIP,... 'our' beautiful Dan.
Surgeon Dan we are relying on you to get through this. Fail is not an option. Everyone is thinking about you. You will have an amazing team helping you.
The music and scenery are so calming, the opposite of what you're feeling right now. I'm praying that this surgery is more successful than you anticipate and that you will be as peacefull as that scenery .
Sending so much love and hugs to you and Claire and of course your family. I'm wishing you all the best in your surgery, you are so so strong, sending loads of positive vibes and powerful strength. With you all the way! :)
Dan you can do this, just think how much cancer will be removed. This journey were born alone and sometimes life can be a real lonely place. If i could help or change this i would, i guess all of us following feel the same. Stay strong, you for some reasonhave been given a purpose in this lifetime and its only begun. You have so much more to offer. Thankyou for bringing awareness to this type of cancer. Prayers to you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Julian Smithe Yes, here we are, together in a broken world. But you and I have been given a peace that surpasses all mankind's understanding. Remember what He said "My Peace I leave with You."
I have been following you and i just ran across this. I went through this with my step dad. Since 2013 i have struggled with alot of questions in my own mind. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE BEEN THE FIRST THING TO HELP ME AND MY MINDSET AT ALL. TO YOU AND YOURS MUCH LOVE❤
Listen Daniel , everything's gonna be fine at the surgery , i hope you can heal very soon and come to take a trip to Costa Rica, I'll show you the beautiful beaches around here and the tropical weather. i can see you are living in a very cold place and that looks awesome, but you deserve some vacations 🙌❤ thank you for been so inspiring and brave, and cute 😍 im so in love with your soul and i know everything's gonna be ok . keep fighting! im very proud of you and the way you deal with it. love and hugs from the other side of the sea. xoxo 😘
WOW! This video was relevant, the new growth and the promise of life in the buds and the hacked off tree limbs, was so poignant and so beautifully delivered *sigh Such beauty and such heartache all in one.. We all watch on, not knowing what the depth of this is within you but we watch with love and hope that there is still promise of new growth AWAY from this wretched c! I can only imagine how difficult all this is, your options, the fear of 'what if I don't do it this way'? I get it and it's going to be trial and error, remember to take this your way too! Much love🦋
We are all behind you Daniel, I am not going to pretend I know how your feeling how could I? all i can do is pray for you and my thoughts will be with you on the 28th.
Sending much love and prayers as always Dan. We are all here for you. Cancer is a lonely place, but you yourself have a huge amount of people of people who love and care about you!
What I see in this Beautiful Video are signs of Winter and signs of Spring....out with the barren trees and bushes and in with the beautiful HOPE of better days ahead....Beautiful days filled with NEW beginnings and no cancer.....Saying many prayers for you Dan...and for Claire, your family and all of your loved ones....Keep Praying my friend....God has this....He still preforms Miracles everyday....I am one of them...God Bless You and your family....Love and Hugs!!
You're in my thoughts today Dan. It's gonna be a toughie having such a big surgery and I'll be watching out for your next video so we all know you're safely out of surgery. You've got a huge extended youtube family surrounding you with love and support Dan. Squeezing you with hugs right now. Xxxx
There is many people that go through hardships every moment is someone new. Keep your head held high cuz some are literally alone, you have us people close & far cheering you on. Much Love
Thinking of you always. Its natural to be scared it such a big operation. We will all be with you on the day thinking of you and sending you all our love. And thinking of claire and your parents too xx
You are so awesome and you have such a beautiful heart...so braver than you think. I'm having a not-so-great day today too concerning health and surgery. I came home and saw your video. Even just the start seeing you filling out paperwork tugged at my strings and tears. Every footage you showed had a meaning to me and a window to your heart. All I can say is you are #1 in my prayers each time I do. You may not know me, but I see you and practically feel you. I love you, Warrior Dan! 😘💖🍀
Dan sending up prayers for a successful surgery and speedy recovery. I wish we subscribers could give you back what your vlogs give to us. You are a beautiful soul. Go easy the journey is hard physically and mentally draining. Love Sandy in Arizona, USA
I know its so very very hard for you right now but I think with so many of us supporting you that we can all share the worries along with you. You're putting up the best fight that you can and thats all you can really do,isn't it. None of us have proper control of our lives but often we are tough little buggers and surprise ourselves with what we can handle. I really think you've got this. Its fine to feel like you haven't and quite understandable,but I really think you can do this. Go on. Dare to kick cancers ass! x
Dan, your videography talent is amazing! And yes, cancer is a lonely place (I’m a member of the cancer club, too) and yes, the decisions we face can be very worrying. Yet you seem to be wisely making choices that reflect you - this will serve you well as you continue this path, knowing your choices are yours alone. May these pre-surgery days hold some peace and blessings for you.
Hang in there man. The surgery is going to be rough but you're tough enough to pull through. Sending you positive energy, love and hoping that you know how much people care about you. Blessings.
I can imagine it's a real rollercoaster of emotions :/ We're all here for you though, and are rooting for you and for a good result from such an aggressive operation. This was a beautiful video by the way :)
❤I've been watching your videos for about 1 month and I feel like I've been known you since a long time ago.I hope the best for you and If something goes wrong I want you to know that all of your subscribers will feel the worst.I hope the best for you and I also I believe in miracles.Keep on fighting and you'll get the price you deserve.You are very strong and will defeat the beast.No pain ,no words, no cancer can bring you down and I want you to know that you are not alone.There are so many people around the world praying for you and watching your videos.❤❤You are a hero!❤
I’m sorry that things are so tough and I wish something could be done to make everything better. I’m thinking hard about you and hope that your surgery goes well :)
Tomorrow morning anyone of us watching this video could find ourselves beginning a journey down the same path you’re on now. And for any of us who one day get a diagnosis we don’t want to hear and are confronted with the same decisions that you’re facing, thank you in advance. Thank you for making your journey public. Thank you for being so honest and transparent. Thank you for being courageous and for showing your concerns and fears. Thank you for being so gracious and generous with us. I can only imagine how lonely this all is for you but please find some comfort in knowing that around the world those of us watching are standing in your corner and wishing only the best for you.
I know when you have cancer, people tend to tell you to hang tough and stay strong. I’m here to tell you, it’s okay if you have days when you can’t or just don’t want to be strong. God bless you. Praying for peace and comfort! 💙
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Ugh. Yes..."stay strong, you got this!" I know they mean well, but it's like...man...I've done BEEN being strong just doing my day to day!
Love you Dan, RIP 😢😢😢
Cancer is a lonely place yes. Not even people like me who had cancer can fully understand what you are going through. I hope you can feel the love of all of us here. Good luck💗
Your nature footage is the prettiest thing I've seen all day, which is saying a lot because I live near the beach in Florida, and I spent almost the entire day going to different gardens/nurseries looking at plants and trees (deciding what to plant in my yard since hurricane Irma was such a bitch to it last year). Anyway, off to rewatch this vid! Amazing how you manage to capture such perfect beauty at this frightening, uncertain, and just crappy moment in your life. I guess life is beautiful from beginning to end -- no matter what happens in the middle, huh?
You was in my prayer, I asked God in tears to heal You.You'l be blessed!!!
Lot's of thanks from Kalifornia! We can give anytime , regardless our conditions.
God bless you! I know that lonely place, that fear of being completely out of control, lost, afraid, blind to what will happen next ...it’s horrible!! May God give you His peace! I am praying for that above all!! Peace for your spirit and strength or the days ahead!
Beautiful filming....sad though. Spring is a time of rebirth and hope. I hope you have a very successful rebirth with little to no disease in your life.
Miss you so much..... I hope you found heaven to be everything that you deserve. Still watching your videos in hopes that it will some how bring you back.😭
I hate cancer's guts!! We all will be praying for a good outcome! Sometimes, the anxiety before an operation of this kind can be worse than the actual operation. Yes, it sounds like a very invasive surgery. With all of us praying and sending you strength and love, hope it helps you not feeling in such a lonely place. You are so LOVED Dan!! xoxo
Dear Dan, now I wrote three different comments and deleted them all because they seemed to be so senseless. I think of you every day and I hope the big surgery will minimum stop the pain! I send you a big hug from Munich!
I wish you peace and I'm worried for you, but no matter what you've touched my life and countless others!
28th is my birthday, so.. my birthday wish is for you to have peace, and for you to have the best outcome possible.
*We're all with you Dan* 💪❤💪
Continued Love, Huggs, Strength, Positivity, & Prayers, for You, Claire, Mum & Dad, and all loved ones 💕😘💕
Cancer is a very lonely journey. Too many of us will experience it in our lifetime. You can be surrounded by loved ones, be supported all the way...and still feel alone.
Hopefully knowing that you have so many people across the whole globe thinking about you and willing you to beat this will help lift your spirits 💪💪
I was already sad when I clicked on this video and seeing you and hearing what all you're dealing with and this music just made me break down and cry. I'm so sorry and I pray you can find a cure for this dreadful disease.
Bringing me to tears again Dan, and Beautiful xxx
Dan - I've stumbled across your videos over the last few days - so honest and brave and teaching us all so much. I don't know why I am watching these as I don't have cancer, but I'm I want you to know my heart and prayers and love are with you. I never post comments on things I watch on UA-cam - making an exception here. You have many people whom you will never know with you and praying for you and loving you - regardless of how things turn out, you're amassing a huge number of loving people who support and care for you. I'm so sad this is happening - and I ask God to help, intervene, and help us to accept His Will. He loves you most of all. XXOO
I know it may seem bleak right now and overwhelming. It's ok to feel anxious or afraid of the surgery, its a massive step in your fight. Courage is not the absence fear, it is carrying on in the face of that fear that marks true strength. You are courageous! Your positivity and persistence in this frightful battle proves that fact.
While you may feel lonely, know that we are all with you.
At the cost of possibly sounding like a broken record, I urge you to stay strong and positive.
Remember, you are Dan The Man!
You are in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏💖
Hi Dan, this vlog was so moving, I really feel for you, your going through the hardest time of your life, but you have an army behind you, we are all praying this works for you, I am thinking of you, sending big hugs 💙💙
Best of luck with the surgery!
Love, peace and support sent your way as you travel this rocky road . Keep forging ahead .
Dan you are an artist with your vlog....I've never seen anything like it. Not only how raw it is, but your talent in conveying emotion with how you film and edit your cinematography. Your nature filming today conveyed your emotion....it felt cold, barren, silent, solitary, but still depicting the strength and beauty of nature. You are amazing. I so hope tomorrow is a better day. I read your blog and....so articulate and real...and heartbreaking. Some journeys are just singular and for those who love you it is a heartbreak. But the greatest heartbreak is yours....so many of us sending you our love. You really are our hero....xo
L C Very well written and spot on...Sometimes it’s hard to come up with the right words so thank you
So beautifully written
You are just such a lovely person, Dan💓 You are processing life...your entire life...in such a short and expedited amount of time. The amount of dignity and grace with which you do this speaks to the soul your mortal coil enshrines. You, good sir, have made ripples across the oceans💓 Much love and many blessings from Canada 🇨🇦
I love the way you edited this video. The images and music are so soothing. I can't pretend to know what you're going through, but have watched both my boyfriend and father succumb to this damn disease, and am now taking care of my mum who has several chronic, dangerous health conditions, so I know the emotional turmoil, the fears and sadness, and the longing for something better than you and your loved ones are suffering through. Just want you to know this community is there with you in spirit. Wish your cancer was easily curable, or not so scary to deal with, but am glad you are figuring every-thing out so publicly and honestly because it will help others suffering from cancer and other chronic diseases.
You are very loved and admired, praying hard for you.
Dan, great video. You are carrying a burden and its understandable that you are worried. Please know I'm praying for you. There is a God and He is with you always. Hugs🐥
Beautiful shot of the ivy. That was so peaceful. Good that you can still stop in the midst of all the Insanity and just look at a branch, take in a waterfall. A patch of snow, a shadow on a log. This means.. You are HERE and you will be HERE. I'm praying for you and everything will work out. Everything will work out.
It's the perfect statement, cancer is a lonely place. People say they understand, but unless they're in the club, they can't understand -however well meaning and loving their intentions are. I am so very sorry you are facing this huge surgery, I think of you a lot and send you lots of positive, healing energy from Florida. Thank you for so generously sharing your life with us. 💙
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Will be praying for you that your surgery will be a success and they can remove all that cancer out and you have a prompt recovery.🙏🙏🙏
Dear Dan , sending you much love and prayers from South Wales. Keep strong , you wonderful boy. Love to Claire , Mum ,Dad and family. God bless, stay strong xx
Sending prayers always for you and your family and Claire ❤️ from the USA
I cannot tell you how much you inspire me! Your painful journey is bringing so much inspiration to those that watch you. You're an amazing man and there is no way I could muster up the strength to do what you do. Many prayers being sent out for you from Ohio, USA!
You are such a darling person. Since stumbling upon your campaign I'm thinking of you every day. Much love to you, your family and loved ones, from San Francisco.
Wishing you a completely successful surgery and a blessed recovery... I hope it works in your favour ...
The simple things so many take for granted you make them so beautiful❤You were a Beautiful Soul❤
Hey Dan, great footage. I noticed the symbolism with the cut wood and the peacefulness of the woods, the new hrowth on the trees, the road leading off, and YOU will forever be the sunshine!!! 💖 Take each day as it comes and cherish each moment. Prayers said.🙏 ❤👨🌞 (Give Claire a hug and kiss your Mom & Dad).💋💞🌹
Nancy Peteja ♡
You're amazing. Keep kicking ass and making these videos. Will be thinking of you on the 28th. x
Dan, sending you much love, hugs and healing..You are amazing!
As a single man. Living by myself. And with only 2 family members. That live quite a distance away. I had to endure stage IV colorectal cancer mostly by myself. And it really sucked. But I did it. And survived cancer. For now.
Awwww Dan, I know you’re very sad and worried today. I hear the melancholy in your voice. Just breaks my heart for you. I know you’re scared and feeling alone. Just know many of us are praying for you and holding you close in our hearts. It’s such a roller coaster ride of emotion. Hang in there, just breathe.
We love you forever💫🌟✨ Dan💖💟💖💟💖💟💖💟😢😭
This video has moved me to tears. I think it’s a combo of the music and sharing the same fears about my upcoming brain surgery. Good luck to you buddy
Good luck to you to Sarah :)
+PeeWeeToms Hi. The Bible says, those that trust in him, he will not put them to shame. Trust in him, and by his stripes you were already healed. I'm praying. I was born with cystic Hygroma, and had to have surgeries on my left shoulder. I can't wear blouses that can't cover me. Every time, the shoulder would swell, and another surgery. I was tired until I cried to God. On July 2 2006, was my last surgery. Do u know what happened, soon I was under general anesthesia, and my doctor started to do the surgery, guess who walked in with two angels, Jesus and he took over and did the surgery himself. The next day on July 3, he came in my hospital room, wished me happy Birthday, and later his hand on my shoulder. I felt a terrible heat from my head to my feet, and he told that you are going home today, and I was healed on the spot.Today, I'm still healed. What God can't do. I pray that you will have the same visitation in Jesus name.
Dan I loved I loved the nature footage. Really pretty. I noticed the cut branches and thought it may be an analogy in a way for what you are about to go through. It is a trip into the unknown, and that must be daunting for you. Healing may take some time, but visualisation techniques and being gentle with yourself will help your body heal. Positive thoughts being beamed your way. Stay strong and positive sweet Dan. 😊
The nature shots were absolutely lovely. Such calmth & quiet, yet profound beauty. Thanks!
Praying for you Dan this small village of friends we have here all have your back chin up and lots of love xxx
Thank you for being you! You give us a voice. We are cheering you on, praying for you and sending positive thoughts.
Hi there you are in my thoughts and I'll be praying.Sending love and you are truly a brave young man.All of us care so hold on to the thought that you may be lonely that's normal I think but you are not alone.
Dan, i send you strength and love. I pray your surgery goes well and that your recovery will be quick. You're such a special person. I wish you the best .
Great filming shots Dan! Praying for you everyday!! :)
Cancer became a *Not* Lonely Place - Because you changed that as did Emily X Miss You Forever x BOOSH!!!
You're a really good videographer! The music was very calming. And your views were a good representation of all the beauty that God has created.
I understand your plight to a small degree as I have just been diagnosed with lung cancer. But I have had a 40-year walk with the Lord. I put my life in His hands and have allowed Him to direct my steps. In the difficulties He has walked beside me, opened my eyes & heart to Hope, helped me to often choose a better perspective, been my Light in the Darkness.
You don't have to pull up a chair and sit in a place of loneliness; it is just a feeling. Our feelings are dictated by what we choose to think about.
Isn't it odd that when we're going through trials we tend to dwell on all the negative? Just like when a couple breaks up and the gal chooses to listen to the saddest music for the next month. And how does that help her?
Only God knows whether your life will end from cancer, but what about your life after death? Have you thought about whether or not there is truly a heaven and a hell? If there is an eternity on the other side do you know where you want to be and how to get there?
These are probably important questions that you should be thinking about at this time.
My belief from reading the Bible for 40 years is that just like there is good and evil on this Earth, there is also a place of Good and of Evil after our Earthly death.
I can tell you for a fact that God loves you so much. He is not pleased that you have cancer and in pain. If you just talk to Him like you would a friend and ask Him to help you, He will do it.
"You have examined my heart and know everything about me. You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even when I'm far away.
You see me when I travel and when I rest at home. You know everything I do. You know everything I am going to say even before I say it.
You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head.
Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too great for me to understand.
I can never escape from Your Spirit! I can never get away from Your presence. If I go up to heaven You are there; if I go to the Grave You are there also.
If I ride the wings of the morning, if I dwell by the farthest oceans, even there Your hand will guide me & Your strength will support me.
I could ask the darkness to hide me and the light around me to become night, but even in the darkness I cannot hide from You. To you the night shines as bright as day. Darkness and Light are the same to You.
You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother's womb. Thank You for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous-how well I know it.
You watched me when I was being formed in utter seclusion, as I was woven together in the dark of the womb. You saw me before I was born, everyday of my life was recorded in your book, every moment was laid out before a single day of my life had passed.
How precious are your thoughts about me, oh God. They cannot be numbered. I can't even count them; they outnumber the grains of the sand. And when I wake up each day you are still with me!
Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends You, and lead me along the path of everlasting life."
Psalm 139
David speaking to God when King Saul was trying to find him to kill him and David was living as a nomad, hiding in caves. Even in his distress he was focused on the goodness of God. God took King Saul's life and made David King instead.
In this life there are often times when we get to a point where no one can help us, but God. He has the blueprints for our lives. He knows what you need and He has the power to do what He knows is best for you. He has given the doctor's wisdom and medicines. But yet He is the only One who can completely heal someone of disease.
I am talking to God about you often. Of course, I want you to be healed and pain-free. I would like you to live a long life on this Earth. But God's will for us is not always what we want. And that's where trust comes in, allowing Him to be in control.
You've tried everything else in your life, right? Maybe it's time to see what God can do. 🖤
Carrie Kahle
THIS POST right here is the most gracious beautiful advice. Carrie, you’ve touched me and I pray this touches Dan’s heart.
💞 I'm just going through the comments and there are so many brothers and sisters in Christ here I've never seen on a non-believers channel! I'm trusting in Jesus He has called Dan, let's keep praying!
Also God bless you, you gave comfort to me, too. Thanking you, thanking and praising God for you. ❤️
I can only imagine the many days and nights he thought about having to leave this earth at a young age. He never gave up. And in the end one can only imagine he said. God I am tired now. Take me home😥
Remember this Dan, each one of us here, crossing continents, are pulling, wishing, praying for you, in everyway we know how.
wish I was with you Dan. I send you power and happiness ! you will get through this ! your young and strong still, and the body will heal. you will have a wonderful life . xo
I'm praying for you Dan, you certainly don't deserve any of this, You are one of the bravest person I have come across
Dan I can't imagine what you are going through but I am sure that you are scared, confused and wondering what the hell is going to go wrong next. Yes I have lost loved ones to cancer and have been by there side but I could never imagine what they were going through. Cancer is trying to make you feel like you are all alone, so that you will give up. What I can say is and I am sure alot of others are feeling the same way about this, is you may feel alone and at times maybe you are, but here and on the other social media sites that you have created, there are lots of us reaching out our hands to hold you're hands, to try and comfort you, through these bad times and hopefully one day in the future, we will be able to look back and say well done Dan we knew you could beat this. Now don't be giving up because alot of us do care about you and especially your family and beautiful partner. ☺👍👊
Dan, you have touched so many of us. I wish I could hug you and make it all go away. Chin up mate and know you are loved, prayed for, and thought of everyday. Augusta Georgia. USA. I have placed your information on my Facebook to pray and subscribe to your channel. Cheers
Such a beautiful video. When I go to bed at night you are the first person I think about in my prayers.
I'm hugging you really really hard right now! You are strong and beautiful. We won't give up!!
Your missed very much .... fly high my friend x
Please don't feel lonely Dan. I think of you everyday since seeing your blogs. I wish I could give you a hug. Hurts seeing you be strong when you've every right to be scared and worried. Wish we could all wish this away for you. If wishes could work id have wished it the very first blog I've watched. Take care hun and were with you in thoughts xx feeling helpless for such a wonderful person x makes me feel sad.
I’m in awe of the footage shot for today. I’m sorry things didn’t go your way today. I’m rooting for you. The music was lovely. Hugs from Minnesota
You are contagious Dan. You truly are a special person. I mean that in the most non creepy way. You’ve become like a family member. I just got to a quiet place where I can watch this. Wishing you good vibes, safety, happiness and whatever else that’s positive. Thanks for sharing with us.
I can't relate to what its like to have a rare cancer, I can however relate to having a lung condition and having to remove one lung changing my life forever after the surgery. The feeling of loneliness that I'm sure you feel. You are making an imprint in this world and though you are alone with your feelings there are so many of us rooting for you. I hope you feel loved and supported, and by the way... not being strong is also OK from time to time. I will be thinking, praying and sending virtual hugs your way. Good luck you courageous man! All the best from Sweden.
I think the filming is especially well shot/ put together in this one. "I've got to let it happen". That's a really powerful statement. It shows strength to be able to accept uncertainty and difficulty.
That's the phrase that grabbed me as well. "I've got to let it happen." That one spoken decision, just said so much and resonated with me. Wisdom, resignation and acceptance all bound up so tightly together. RIP,... 'our' beautiful Dan.
Surgeon Dan we are relying on you to get through this. Fail is not an option. Everyone is thinking about you. You will have an amazing team helping you.
I never forget about you, everyday thousands of miles away and I cant stop thinking and praying for you.
The music and scenery are so calming, the opposite of what you're feeling right now. I'm praying that this surgery is more successful than you anticipate and that you will be as peacefull as that scenery .
Such calming scenery. I know this must be so hard for not knowing the outcome ......God be with you Dan.❤
RIP my friend, see you one day in heaven where there's no sickness and goodbyes
Sending so much love and hugs to you and Claire and of course your family. I'm wishing you all the best in your surgery, you are so so strong, sending loads of positive vibes and powerful strength. With you all the way! :)
Dan you can do this, just think how much cancer will be removed. This journey were born alone and sometimes life can be a real lonely place. If i could help or change this i would, i guess all of us following feel the same. Stay strong, you for some reasonhave been given a purpose in this lifetime and its only begun. You have so much more to offer. Thankyou for bringing awareness to this type of cancer. Prayers to you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Really tough. We all live in a fallen dying world that's for sure.
Julian Smithe Yes, here we are, together in a broken world. But you and I have been given a peace that surpasses all mankind's understanding.
Remember what He said "My Peace I leave with You."
Amen to that sister.
Such a beautiful video and so deep thoughts. I really hope you wouldn't have to feel alone.
I’m praying tomorrow will go your way❤️. Scary op on the sound of it but we’ll be here for you when it’s done. You are beautiful and precious to us❤️
I have been following you and i just ran across this. I went through this with my step dad. Since 2013 i have struggled with alot of questions in my own mind. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE BEEN THE FIRST THING TO HELP ME AND MY MINDSET AT ALL. TO YOU AND YOURS MUCH LOVE❤
Listen Daniel , everything's gonna be fine at the surgery , i hope you can heal very soon and come to take a trip to Costa Rica, I'll show you the beautiful beaches around here and the tropical weather. i can see you are living in a very cold place and that looks awesome, but you deserve some vacations 🙌❤ thank you for been so inspiring and brave, and cute 😍 im so in love with your soul and i know everything's gonna be ok . keep fighting! im very proud of you and the way you deal with it. love and hugs from the other side of the sea. xoxo 😘
WOW! This video was relevant, the new growth and the promise of life in the buds and the hacked off tree limbs, was so poignant and so beautifully delivered *sigh
Such beauty and such heartache all in one..
We all watch on, not knowing what the depth of this is within you but we watch with love and hope that there is still promise of new growth AWAY from this wretched c! I can only imagine how difficult all this is, your options, the fear of 'what if I don't do it this way'?
I get it and it's going to be trial and error, remember to take this your way too! Much love🦋
We are all behind you Daniel, I am not going to pretend I know how your feeling how could I? all i can do is pray for you and my thoughts will be with you on the 28th.
Sending much love and prayers as always Dan. We are all here for you. Cancer is a lonely place, but you yourself have a huge amount of people of people who love and care about you!
What I see in this Beautiful Video are signs of Winter and signs of Spring....out with the barren trees and bushes and in with the beautiful HOPE of better days ahead....Beautiful days filled with NEW beginnings and no cancer.....Saying many prayers for you Dan...and for Claire, your family and all of your loved ones....Keep Praying my friend....God has this....He still preforms Miracles everyday....I am one of them...God Bless You and your family....Love and Hugs!!
You're in my thoughts today Dan. It's gonna be a toughie having such a big surgery and I'll be watching out for your next video so we all know you're safely out of surgery. You've got a huge extended youtube family surrounding you with love and support Dan. Squeezing you with hugs right now. Xxxx
There is many people that go through hardships every moment is someone new. Keep your head held high cuz some are literally alone, you have us people close & far cheering you on. Much Love
Thinking of you always. Its natural to be scared it such a big operation. We will all be with you on the day thinking of you and sending you all our love. And thinking of claire and your parents too xx
Tracy Rugman thank you ♡
Daniel hoping tomorrow will go your way. I am thinking about you 💛💛
I just started following u and would like to say I'm gunna say a lil prayer for u love🖤
Feel so very sad for you watching this x your very brave to share all of this with us Dan x your in my prayers every day xx ❤
Be well, Daniel. Beautiful video 🌺
You are so awesome and you have such a beautiful heart...so braver than you think. I'm having a not-so-great day today too concerning health and surgery. I came home and saw your video. Even just the start seeing you filling out paperwork tugged at my strings and tears. Every footage you showed had a meaning to me and a window to your heart. All I can say is you are #1 in my prayers each time I do. You may not know me, but I see you and practically feel you. I love you, Warrior Dan! 😘💖🍀
Beautiful shots, Dan. ❤️ I wish you all the best with your surgery and will keep my prayers going for you. Hugs x
What a beautiful video Dan 💕 Lots of love and good luck, idk what else to say. Kind of speechless. ❤️
Dan sending up prayers for a successful surgery and speedy recovery. I wish we subscribers could give you back what your vlogs give to us. You are a beautiful soul.
Go easy the journey is hard physically and mentally draining. Love Sandy in Arizona, USA
I know its so very very hard for you right now but I think with so many of us supporting you that we can all share the worries along with you. You're putting up the best fight that you can and thats all you can really do,isn't it. None of us have proper control of our lives but often we are tough little buggers and surprise ourselves with what we can handle. I really think you've got this. Its fine to feel like you haven't and quite understandable,but I really think you can do this. Go on. Dare to kick cancers ass! x
Dan, your videography talent is amazing! And yes, cancer is a lonely place (I’m a member of the cancer club, too) and yes, the decisions we face can be very worrying. Yet you seem to be wisely making choices that reflect you - this will serve you well as you continue this path, knowing your choices are yours alone. May these pre-surgery days hold some peace and blessings for you.
Hang in there man. The surgery is going to be rough but you're tough enough to pull through. Sending you positive energy, love and hoping that you know how much people care about you. Blessings.
I can imagine it's a real rollercoaster of emotions :/ We're all here for you though, and are rooting for you and for a good result from such an aggressive operation. This was a beautiful video by the way :)
Thank you, I needed to try calm down so went a filmed some of the outside :)
I think it's a great idea :) There's a lot to be said for just getting some fresh air and being out doors :)
❤I've been watching your videos for about 1 month and I feel like I've been known you since a long time ago.I hope the best for you and If something goes wrong I want you to know that all of your subscribers will feel the worst.I hope the best for you and I also I believe in miracles.Keep on fighting and you'll get the price you deserve.You are very strong and will defeat the beast.No pain ,no words, no cancer can bring you down and I want you to know that you are not alone.There are so many people around the world praying for you and watching your videos.❤❤You are a hero!❤
I’m sorry that things are so tough and I wish something could be done to make everything better.
I’m thinking hard about you and hope that your surgery goes well :)
You got some gorgeous footage, thank you! I hope tomorrow goes better for you. I have a lot of hope for you. 💛