MY FINAL EVER BONSAI VIDEO It's been a blast!

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  • Опубліковано 23 лис 2024
  • this video is a massive thankyou to everyone who has supported my channel over the past couple of years, and especially my brother Rick, my sister Jen,Jim, my mum and dad ,Thomas, Sophie and Olivia Chris, Melvin Angel, Rebecca and all my other great family and friends.
    my Spotify playlist -
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    dropbox link to some of my favorite landscape photos pleasefeel free to get some printed and framed for your wall, or just use them as nice screen savers
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    Xaviers email expressionsbonsai@gmail.com
    Xaviers channel - bonsai retreat

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  • @BlueSkyBonsai
    @BlueSkyBonsai Рік тому +96

    Tony, I'm devastated to hear your news 😢 you will sure be remembered as one of the most entertaining, bravest, and fun bonsai youtubers out there. Will miss your videos bro, thank you for all your tree tips, experiments, updates and wonderful sense of humour. Hang in there now, and enjoy your time with your loved ones. ❤

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +7

      Thanks Dave. It's been a blast and I've really enjoyed sharing my passion for this wonderful hobby. Keep up with the slick videos. I always enjoy your white board diagrams and calm serene demeanor 🙂

  • @TheBonsaiZone
    @TheBonsaiZone Рік тому +43

    Thanks Tony for all the videos. As your channel progressed, we got to know you more and more. You will be missed dearly.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +9

      Thanks Nigel. The UA-cam bonsai community really is a great place, full of generosity and passion. I know that you will continue oyour journey for us all to keep enjoying mate
      I'm still doing what I can off camara with some assistance. I'm not quite ready to hang up the old bonsai scissos yet. big cut coming up!

  • @lesreid6247
    @lesreid6247 Рік тому +89

    Don’t know what to say mate, so sad. Thank you tony for being you and sharing your life with us all

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +4

      Thanks Les. I've always lived my life doing what makes me happy, an these past couple of years have been no exception. Making bonsai videos has been such great fun, and while I'm still feeling able, I'm carrying on doing what makes me happy.

  • @BlueJayBonsai
    @BlueJayBonsai Рік тому +59

    Now that I'm done crying I can post a comment. We love you Tony and you will be in our hearts and minds forever. 🐦💙

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +12

      Cheers jay, but save those tears mate. I prefer tears of laughter 😂

    • @BlueJayBonsai
      @BlueJayBonsai Рік тому +13

      @@TonysBonsai oh you definitely gave me cheers of laughter mate. Wait until my wife gets home and finds a nice hot kelp and fish emulsion bath waiting for her. 🛁😂

  • @XaviersBonsaiRetreat
    @XaviersBonsaiRetreat Рік тому +61

    You have made it such a pleasure to be part of this community and you have also been a great motivator for me to keep on trying to improve. You are an inspiration and I cannot say how much I have enjoyed waking up to all of your varied content. The collaboration videos were such fun and the trees from them are going to be 'yours' for ever. I will do my best to stay true to your intentions for the trees I took over from you. I will stay happy and smile whenever I think of you or when I work on your trees - as you definitely wanted. My only real request is that if any of your family need or want me to spend a day helping them with the trees then please, please make sure they email me so i can try and sort something. I will continue to pray for you and enjoy my bonsai thinking of you. All the ebst and a big hug to every member of that wonderful family of yours. You are a star!!!

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +2

      We are all part of this wonderful community mate, and I have enjoyed many a coffee watching you explain and then perform some really good bonsai work on your trees. Obviously I've also witnessed the odd msacre,🤣
      Keep entertaining Xav. I believe that is where you shine just being yourself sharing your trees and time with us all.

    • @XaviersBonsaiRetreat
      @XaviersBonsaiRetreat Рік тому +1

      @@TonysBonsai A tear to my eye...what do you mean Massacre :)

  • @astasaarelainen1317
    @astasaarelainen1317 9 місяців тому +3

    Nyt vasta tuli tämä video eteeni. Olen todella surullinen uutisesta😢
    Seurasin sinua ja nyt olet poissa.
    Kiitos videoistasi❤ R.I.P Tony

  • @C1tyground5155
    @C1tyground5155 Рік тому +60

    Tony’s bonsai was the most popular bonsai channel for me,I can see the kind of man you are and it was reflected in your videos.bravery when it come to pruning bonsai and bravery in life.thanks tony .i will just say goodbye and wipe the tears away.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +2

      Thanks buddy. I've really enjoyed our chats. You're a good en🙂

    • @C1tyground5155
      @C1tyground5155 Рік тому

      @@TonysBonsai 👍

  • @32temest
    @32temest Рік тому +1

    Hi Tony,
    I've had a couple of trees for 35 years, an oak and a sycamore, but they were just stuck in a pot and called a bonsai, no idea what I was doing, it's only recently that I started looking into bonsai and found your video channel, it's been a revelation, I realise I could have some great trees by now instead of really shit ones!!
    The oak refused to do anything this year, probably because it's still in the same pot and after watching your emergency oak repot video, I did the same and mercy me , the buds are breaking, better late than ever, thank you so much for helping save it
    I really wanted to come to the Extravaganza but unfortunately couldn't but it looked like a great day.
    Thanks for all your help, kindness and enthusiasm with bonsai, being a Bonsai Master helps I guess😊, I'll try to carry on learning and will also try to be as enthusiastic as you, it may be a struggle as I've just turned 60 and can be a miserable bastard according to some who know me!
    Really and truly I wanted to say thank you for putting me on the right track and entertaining me, I'll be thinking of when I'm bonsaiing.
    Kind regards and God bless.
    Nev Weaver

  • @SamDoeckeAussiebonsaibloke
    @SamDoeckeAussiebonsaibloke Рік тому +4

    Really Sad to hear 😞
    Unfortunately death does not discriminate 😢
    This is the 3rd bonsai channel i watched to the end. First new easy bonsai method, then Bonsai illiagan and now you.
    Enough gloom for now so get out there and enjoy as many good meals, laughs with friends and some beers 🍻 cheers for your bonsai contributions you have have made, you will be missed, cheers from Aussie bonsai bloke
    See you in bonsai heaven ✨️ ❤️

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Cheers Sam. I put down the drink around 20 years ago because I was a bit of a lush, but I always enjoy watching you crack a cold one mate. I love all your re wilding content, and please neck a beer for me on your next upload 🍺

    • @DrunkBonsai
      @DrunkBonsai Рік тому +1

      I also followed Jojo from Bonsai Iligan, with whom I shared two mutual friends. Another one that I still fondly remember is The Bonsai Student. He was local to my area, and had about 70 videos on his channel when I got back into bonsai in 2012. Then, after about 10 more, he stopped uploaded new videos. About 2 or 3 years later, his spouse posted on his Facebook page that he had passed. It felt very much like losing an actual friend.

  • @mick681
    @mick681 Рік тому +68

    Life is so unfair. No words can express how very sad I am for you and you family and close friends. How brave you are to make this video. I hope that your legacy will continue for many, many years. Your channel will be sadly and greatly missed by thousands. Thank you for your videos, your humour and your advice. I personally have learned a lot from you. Stay strong mate.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +12

      Cheers Mick. It's been great fun becoming an international bonsai megastar😂 . Thanks for all the chats buddy

  • @Crmsnraider
    @Crmsnraider 9 місяців тому +1

    We all Love you Tony. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜🌲🌲🌲

  • @Zachmegoodin
    @Zachmegoodin Рік тому +25

    Your outlook and positivity in the face of a terminal diagnosis says a lot about who you are.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +4

      Thanks Zack. I'm a big fan of enjoying life, and so long as I'm still able, I'm planning on enjoying every moment, and it's working out great so far 🙂

  • @allanculshaw378
    @allanculshaw378 Рік тому +1

    Tony, I will definitely miss your Bonsai videos and the humour they bring. I've got to say the appeal to me is the self depreciating humour, coupled with the odd moment of pure genius comedy and also a snap shot into your life and family - seeing the genuine support for each other is truly heart warming - be it from your dad using his digger to delicately lift some plants from his garden or Rick gently test driving your dads bike around the garden (Alison killed herself watching the knife throwing attempt and the ever increasing survival odds of your dads Oak bonsai!).
    The one thing though that sets you apart from the vast majority of people though is your ability to see things I can't! I have admired your photography for a number of years and more recently your bonsai, and whilst you have access to the same stuff I do, your gift to be able to see beyond and capture a picture I would never dream of being able to, or see the potential in a tree that I would disregard is what sets you apart....did you do this when you were plastering????
    "Now I know you asked us to plaster this room, but I thought to myself, do you know what I think it would look better with bare brick here............"
    I felt very fortunate to have been able to come to your extravaganza, we had a great time and I felt very humbled by your collection of trees - I'll do my best to look after the two trees I bought and I'm going to attempt one of the forests myself!
    Thank you Tony for all your wonderful videos, inspiring content, good nature and positivity - if I'm feeling sad about your situation I just need to think of the knife throwing video and your support for your dads tennis tracksuit as it will always make me smile!
    Cheers mate Al

  • @BonsaiReleaf
    @BonsaiReleaf Рік тому +3

    Hi Tony, I’m shocked and saddened by the news. As bonsai has been a bright part of your life, you’ve been an even brighter part of UA-cam. I hope it brings you comfort to know that your legacy will live on, through the trees you’re leaving behind and through all your videos. You’re an inspiration in the bonsai world and also in the way you approach this fleeting one. A heartfelt thank you. AR

  • @bernbabybern1509
    @bernbabybern1509 Рік тому +7

    Most Bonsai channels Instruct, demonstrate, teach the art of bonsai. You, Tony shared the experience, the risk, the fun of learning something with a good friend. You weren't my "teacher", you were my neighbor who met me out back after dinner to take a look at my larch forest, maybe give it a little trim, maybe, a little more, shouldn't repot this time of year but......
    Thank You Tony. God Bless you.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Cheers mate. Lo😢 your comment. It would have been a privilege to be your neighbour and chat bonsai and Share a pizza

  • @matthewpedigo2149
    @matthewpedigo2149 Рік тому +3

    Thanks so much Tony. I have appreciated your content very much. Cheers from California,USA. Your attitude is an absolute inspiration.

  • @BonsaiBoise
    @BonsaiBoise Рік тому +6

    Tony I am so sorry to hear about the medical news! Buy on a positive note, I want to tell you that your channel and style of vlogging was amazing. Ive been watching bonsai videos on youtube for years now and ive never seen a channel storm the web like yours. Your outgoing honest approach to bonsai was exactly what we needed. You're definitely one of my favorites to watch. Take it easy friend, thanks for everything.

  • @celticfrost60
    @celticfrost60 Рік тому +67

    This is so sad to hear, Tony. You are an inspiration to all. I wish there were more people like you around. Thank you, mate, for sharing your talents with us.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +4

      Cheers may. I juyt enjoyed sharing the fun, which is what bonsai should be all about in the end

  • @trochartist
    @trochartist 11 місяців тому +1

    I recently discovered your videos and have been binge watching them… I watched this one and your videos have become much more precious than before…please stay as positive as you appear, your a great inspiration for so many. you are my bonsai Jesus🙏

  • @davidcurrie5230
    @davidcurrie5230 Рік тому +2

    Hi Tony so very very sad it's your last video you tube will never be the same. So very sad why all Best are taken so young Iam sure many of your trees will turn into Treemendous bonsai over the coming years Thanking you again for all your videos and how positive you always were
    Only hope over the next couple of weeks or months you do not suffer Thanking you again Tony David

  • @Angela-un2tx
    @Angela-un2tx Рік тому +3

    OMG!!!!!! F**k! You are my favorite 😢. You are an amazing soul...my heart is breaking for you and your loved ones. You have made a huge impact around the entire globe 🌎. You brought us humor, courage, knowledge and encouragement. I will miss you so much 😢. You got me through the pandemic 😢❤ Love you friend ❤️ And the fact that you are setting us up for your departure...it means so much. 💔💔💔💔💔💔💔

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Angela. Glad you've enjoyed watching 🙂

  • @Terry-s1t
    @Terry-s1t Рік тому +41

    Hey man I'm 14 and you inspired me to start bonsai and man Ima be honest it helped me a lot and ima miss you man ye amazing and I wish u the best time you can have and You are amazing

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +13

      Brilliant! Keep at it buddy and always enjoy it for what it is. Get out there in the spring and collect a nice thick trunked yamadori and name it Tony 🌲🌲.
      All the best 🙂

    • @Terry-s1t
      @Terry-s1t Рік тому +9

      Hey man what about a nicely tapered oak

  • @kevinwilkes5969
    @kevinwilkes5969 Рік тому +33

    Tony, I'm so upset. I've been watching your videos since the start and have watched every one several times. It's one if my highlights of the day. Cup of tea bit of toast and Tony's video. I feel I've got to know you, and learned so much.
    Thanks for the memories bud, nobody will ever replace you and your content. Bloody great.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +2

      Cheers Kevin. It's been great fun mate

  • @rebelliousbrands3253
    @rebelliousbrands3253 9 місяців тому +1

    😢 Thanks for all the great videos Tony. I wish you peace on this next journey. ❤ (From Michigan, USA)

  • @bryanjob5574
    @bryanjob5574 Рік тому +1

    Always remembered, never forgotten. Give thanks

  • @AlexBraunton
    @AlexBraunton Рік тому +30

    You're awesome Tony. Saturday was honestly the best day ever! 💚🌳
    I feel so lucky to have been part of your bonsai journey Tony. I've loved following your videos and the progression of both your bonsai master skills and trees.
    I'll be forever grateful for being able to make the bonsai extravaganza on Saturday. It was a real pleasure to finally meet you. Your family are absolutely brilliant and really spoilt us on the day.
    Your legacy will live on and you'll continue to inspire people for many years to come.
    It's been a blast ! 💪💚🌳

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for helping to make it such a success mate

  • @notionbonsai
    @notionbonsai Рік тому +51

    Thank you for all the wonderful videos you have made over the last year Tony. You have contributed so much to the Bonsai community here on UA-cam, you're such a great guy and you will be greatly missed ❤Stay strong man.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +3

      Cheers buddy. You're going to fill the gap nicely I'm sure

  • @Chudster10
    @Chudster10 Рік тому +3

    My dad has a hobby for bonsai's and has been watching you alot, he's devastated about the news. He will miss you😢

  • @yevhenbryukhov
    @yevhenbryukhov Рік тому +1

    My prayers with you Tony! God bless you! 🙏

  • @DavesBonsai
    @DavesBonsai Рік тому +18

    Tony, I discovered this final episode while in an Inverness hospital ER. My heart is heavy my bonsai mate! Please know that your journey continues to inspire me. My thoughts and soul are with you. Take care of you…and we’ll take care of your bonsai! ❤

  • @BusinessButlers
    @BusinessButlers Рік тому +4

    I put off watching this sad but humorous personal epitaph from Tony so many times, but since you left us on the 27/28 August, I wanted to hear your wonderful optimistic voice again. Thank you Tony for sharing your incredible photos with us and I will most certainly be printing off one or two myself. The nebari of your many videos will live on as will your recipe for Muck and your incredible ability to find tree specimens and containers at proper 'Lancashire' prices ! You are missed greatly but you will never be forgotten. Cosmic hugs to you young man xxx Nikki

  • @malcolmtoyer8950
    @malcolmtoyer8950 Рік тому +28

    UA-cam won't be the same without you Tony. You're an inspiration-wishing you all the best!

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Cheers mate. Glad you enjoyed watching

  • @KevinHerrick-w2k
    @KevinHerrick-w2k 10 місяців тому +1

    God Bless you Tony!

  • @tomcharde2914
    @tomcharde2914 Рік тому +3

    Tony, thanks for keeping it real and so down to earth for us. You made me feel confident that I could do it. Would have loved to have met you, perhaps in the future! God bless you brother

  • @greenwoodbonsaistudio
    @greenwoodbonsaistudio Рік тому +10

    Hi Tony, Sorry to hear this news on this video, as I know you have put so much into this channel over the last few years. Corin

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Cheers Corin it's been great fun

  • @shanecos4
    @shanecos4 Рік тому +1

    Tony, your videos entertained, educated and inspired me. My life was made better by your contribution to humanity. Thank you.

  • @TheBonsaiGarden
    @TheBonsaiGarden Рік тому +11

    Thanks for everything Tony.
    It’s been a real pleasure to get to meet and know you as a friend, with your wicked sense of humour. I’m also so very glad that so many people attended on Saturday to say thank you in person. I don’t doubt many more would have loved to be there.
    You’ve been an inspiration to so many with your fearless approach and enthusiasm. You have added several new terms to the bonsai lexicon, including the “Tony chop” and “vet tape” 😂
    I hope that your vast catalogue of UA-cam videos can continue to inspire, instruct and entertain for years to come. Know that your trees will be cherished and well looked after. You are a star. 🙏❤

  • @6174-is-fun
    @6174-is-fun Рік тому +2

    Oh no 😢
    I'm so sad. I just wanna cry 😢
    We love you bud ❤
    My thoughts are with you!
    You are such a great guy!
    Keep strong 💪
    I'll miss you Tony 😢

  • @vectispete9415
    @vectispete9415 Рік тому +5

    For those of us older Bonsai hobbyists this is a problem we will all have, of what to do with your trees. Many of mine are quite big and are difficult for me with my arthritis in the knees, to move around. My children say they are going to free the bonsai by planting them in the wild! I have offered my family to put a sticker on any trees that they want, I hope they will keep them. The Scots I believe have a national collection looked after by members of exhibition trees that have been donated by retiring growers, this seems like a good idea.Thanks for all your contributions Tony and Bon Voyage.

  • @BonsaiCornwall
    @BonsaiCornwall Рік тому +28

    I am going to print some of your pictures and hang them, they will be on my wall for future videos.
    I also have many trees with your mark imprinted on them, one example will be my huge collected Hawthorne that you loved. Every time I look at those trees I am reminded of you mate. Your legacy is much deeper than you think 💚
    You’re incredibly brave and strong, thank you for everything you’ve done for this community 🪴

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Good man. I'll look forward to seeing which picture you pick

    • @BonsaiCornwall
      @BonsaiCornwall Рік тому

      @@TonysBonsai beech (2) mpg 😉

  • @Ad_DOOM
    @Ad_DOOM 9 місяців тому +1

    what a great day it was. the trees you gave me are still hanging in there despite the abuse I've been giving them. I've even managed to eliminate the pests they came with 😂
    Miss you Tony.

  • @XaviersBonsaiRetreat
    @XaviersBonsaiRetreat Рік тому +57

    I am now watching this for a second time and wanted you to know I have now created a playlist where anything relating to your work will be saved and hopefully shared. If you are able then I would ask for you to add the plalist link on to the description of this video. I will be adding several of your key videos to this playlist to allow people, in the future, to know the original work carried out. ua-cam.com/play/PL5AzQGomfKw7X1oXnr6tJ1viC9y_QWPLl.html
    Cheers my friend and feel free to send me some bacon Butties soon :)

  • @marosbonsai
    @marosbonsai Рік тому +36

    It is so hard to find proper words to react to such sad news. Honestly, I wish I would have so much positive energy in such difficult circumstances. Stay strong mate. Thanks

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +7

      Cheers mate, life is there to be enjoyed and when you throw in some bonsai and good food, it's easy to do🎄 🍔

    • @marosbonsai
      @marosbonsai Рік тому +3

      @@TonysBonsai Thanks mate, I will try to stick to your recommendation. Im going to have a massive burger for lunch and I will wire the shit out of some tree in the afternoon. Greetings 👍

  • @johng3669
    @johng3669 Рік тому +1

    Nigel has the best hair on YT no doubt.
    Looks like the get together was a smashing success from the videos I saw. What a great community.
    Your tips and tricks will live on in your videos, thank you for sharing.

  • @majk4ya
    @majk4ya Рік тому +23

    Tony you are a legend. Your attitude to life inspires a lot of people and this legacy will continue. You will be missed ❤
    Sending lots of healing thoughts, even though we never met in person!
    Bless you and your family ❤
    Thank you for being you!

  • @bonsa1guy
    @bonsa1guy Рік тому +2

    My dad passed away a few years ago and he bought me two trees from a garden centre. I can't go to his gravestone as it upsets me too much but his trees live on and he does too in me & their daily care, a living memorial. It's where I go to talk to him and remember. You're a great guy and I am so sorry to hear this news. I just thought you'd like to know how important these bonsai are to me and I totally get why you'd want to do this and pass on your best trees to the ones you love the most. Cheers, fella and take care.

    • @thenaturecreater8906
      @thenaturecreater8906 Рік тому +2

      Lost my father 1 year ago. I had also problems with going to cemetery. But I planted a hinoki cypress by his grave. And when it gets to big I will take it home . And have him by my side. ❤

    • @bonsa1guy
      @bonsa1guy Рік тому +1

      @@thenaturecreater8906 thanks for sharing ❤️👍

  • @Bonsaicrazy
    @Bonsaicrazy Рік тому +9

    Mate.
    It’s been a real honour to share your bonsai journey Tony.
    Myself for one would not have continued in my UA-cam adventure if it hadn’t been for your kind comments on my crazy arse pots.
    Your a real inspiration to all of us Tony.
    I’m sorry life has dealt you such a rough hand.
    I will follow your trees Tony and think of you every time.
    For me you are the heart and soul of this bonsai community. It’s from watching your channel that I’ve discovered this community. The community will be lost without you mate.
    It’s been a pleasure talking to you and watching you these last few years. I will miss you my friend. Especially that cheeky laugh of yours, every time you giggle it’s always made me giggle.
    I will never forget you Tony
    God be with you
    👍

    • @mattbrennan647
      @mattbrennan647 Рік тому +2

      Well said 😢

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +3

      Cheers mate. It's been a treat watching your channel geow, and I never fail to click on your videos. The one where you were messing about on your roof always stood out as perfectly absurd. Love it mate
      Thanks for all your support

    • @Bonsaicrazy
      @Bonsaicrazy Рік тому +1

      @@TonysBonsai that’s me in a nut shell dude, perfectly absurd haha
      The community is a lot poorer without you. In fact I would even say it’ll never be the same. You are already missed my friend.
      Keep your eyes out for the next video Tony.
      God bless you mate

  • @tacobonsai
    @tacobonsai Рік тому +4

    Comments
    I'll certainly be using this advice to get myself a lady. I never knew it was so easy! 🤣
    Whenever amputating limbs, immediately apply cut paste.
    Every 2 months a good dowsing of liquid seaweed and fish emulsion early in the morning
    Once a year hair cut.
    You are a legend, Tony. The community and the world is a better place for having you in it. I can only hope that you have the highest possible quality of life and as much happiness as is possible. You are an inspiration to all and will continue to be. Thank you.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +2

      Give it a try mate. It never fails 🤣

  • @abidingdude222
    @abidingdude222 8 місяців тому +1

    This makes me tremendously sad to hear, I had no idea..... I hope you're enjoying your next adventure my friend... much love.

  • @nasser9436
    @nasser9436 Рік тому +6

    Thanks Tony for allowing us to be part of your journey. Your appreciation for hawthorn has led me to appreciate this tree for it its rugged beauty - will always remind me of you as the trees progress. Thanks mate.

  • @Carlos_Cerda_Moya
    @Carlos_Cerda_Moya Рік тому +3

    Life is so unfair... Thanks a lot Tony, I enjoyed your videos a lot. You will be remembered with love by thousands of people when they work their bonsai, remembering everything you have taught us. Thanks!!

  • @bobmccarlie382
    @bobmccarlie382 Рік тому +1

    I’m so sad to hear of your situation. I’ve enjoyed watching you videos over the past year. I will miss you and the videos. God bless!

  • @PatrickFlynn-vb5hv
    @PatrickFlynn-vb5hv Рік тому +1

    Hi Tony. Me and my 10yr old son have watched all your videos and never subscribed. But also didn't subscribe to zav or anyone else's channel. We have loved your natural presenting style and trying new things with a laugh. We will miss you. Always remember "is that so!"

  • @Pufferfish-1
    @Pufferfish-1 Рік тому +22

    Thanks for all of the good content Tony. This has honestly been one of my favorite bonsai channels.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Thank you. You have good taste mate. It's actually the best channel 🤣🤣

  • @2588ryand
    @2588ryand Рік тому +1

    So sorry to hear this, Tony. Followed you since the early days of your channel and watched countless of your videos. You’ll be missed by many. All the best, mate.

  • @greasylimpet3323
    @greasylimpet3323 Рік тому +28

    Tony, I have to say this video made me shed quite a few tears. You're an example to all of us; your sense of humour is amazing, and I'm sure we would have been good mates if we'd met. I'm glad to have been privileged enough to watch your videos.
    I don't know what else to say, except 'thanks for everything'. I wish you all the best and you'll be in my prayers.
    Goodbye mate. 🇦🇺

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +7

      Thanks mate. Our interactions have been great fun and I have really appreciated your support. Now get out there and get some vet tape on a straight branch buddy! I'm still pruning here with assistance. Tomorrow I'm tackling a yew with my brother and a mini chainsaw 😂

    • @greasylimpet3323
      @greasylimpet3323 Рік тому +2

      @@TonysBonsai your sense of humour is amazing, it's made you so popular with a lot of people.
      Why does cancer always take the best? 😢
      Thanks for letting me be a little part of your
      community of bonsai lovers for a while. It has been a lot of fun. I'll try to keep up with your trees in their new homes.
      Goodbye Tony, you're in my prayers.

  • @katarzynakoch2152
    @katarzynakoch2152 Рік тому +16

    your an absolute legend! Thank you for being you! respect Tony!!!!!!!!!!

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому

      Thank you so much. Love your positivity mate. Life is for enjoying 🙂

  • @StevesBackyardBonsai
    @StevesBackyardBonsai Рік тому +8

    Tony, I’ve so enjoyed watching your channel since I first discovered it. You taught me so much about pruning and wiring and the sheer enjoyment of the hobby. I wish you comfort and joy. I will keep the bonsai fire burning in your honor. Cheers!

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому

      Cheers Steve. You inspired us all with your wonderful central park landscape mate

  • @PhyllisGlassup2TheBrim
    @PhyllisGlassup2TheBrim Рік тому +1

    Enjoy whatever time is left to you and know that you will leave thousands of people who will remember the influence you had on their lives. I am new to bonsai and what I learned about mixing my own potting medium, air grafting, making interesting pots will be something who will remain for the rest of *my* days. That's some legacy.

  • @elbow6380
    @elbow6380 Рік тому +1

    Stay strong Tony. We all love you and your channel. My mother just got cancer too. ❤ You are strong as hell mentally the way you deal with it. A true warrior of life

  • @robcottam2
    @robcottam2 Рік тому +1

    Oh dear Tony. Have a great day, and we WILL see you soon.
    So sorry to hear this news.

  • @GeraldineC0
    @GeraldineC0 Рік тому +1

    Just downloaded your photos. Truly stunning. I will treasure them.

  • @Goshtkub
    @Goshtkub Рік тому +1

    I love the joke at the end crack my up so much….yet I still want to cry.

  • @michelangelobonsai
    @michelangelobonsai Рік тому +7

    You have proved what life is all about first and foremost. You lived it with your head held high even when your soul was suffering in pain and fear. You got great feedback with your positivity and I hope that there is a chance for you to come back stronger than before and spread an art that you love as few could do. Thank you for teaching us something that we certainly need in our, many times, useless lives!
    Thank you Tony

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому

      Thanks for the lovely message. There's no treatment available, but I feel really happy being able to still enjoy my trees every single day 🙂.

  • @bvzafvbkbz7246
    @bvzafvbkbz7246 Рік тому +1

    most people live unknowed, desperately trying to be something visible and valuable. But you, Tony, are a giant, not only enjoying your life, but also encouraging many others. You are a wonderful person, and i wish you stay true to yourself. Thank you

  • @raymondplodzien7459
    @raymondplodzien7459 Рік тому +2

    Tony, your enthusiasm for bonsai is so addictive. You pushed me to do things on my trees that I was hesitant to do. Your videos have always been ones I looked forward to viewing. Bless you Tony!

  • @YasuiBonsai
    @YasuiBonsai Рік тому +5

    Tony, you do not know me, I have watched you for as long as I can remember you being on UA-cam. The charisma and positivity you promote is unmatched within the world of bonsai. You made it realistic with your B&Q style trees and made them into wonderful works of art. This video has hit me like a tonne of bricks and this is my first time commenting but I just wanted you to know how much you have inspired me and I’m sure many others. Because of you I am looking at setting up my own bonsai Channel, because of you I am addicted to hawthornes and most importantly… windswept Hawthorne. I wish you comfort and peace.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much for your lovely message.
      I'm still carrying on while I can, and I hope that you're still enjoying your bonsai like me,🙂

  • @lucadanna3425
    @lucadanna3425 Рік тому +26

    This is devastating to hear Tony. I’ll meet you brother on the other side. The journey never ends, but you’ll be dearly missed.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +2

      Don't be too quick about the meet up mate. I'm still hanging in on this side for the time being 🤣

  • @lukekollman4601
    @lukekollman4601 Рік тому +1

    Teared up when I heard this- I was not expecting it at all. Sending love and appreciation your way, you've inspired me as a young bonsai enthusiast. I always loved your attitude with bonsai and I imagined myself meeting you someday. Wishing you the best from Los Angeles. Take care, Tony!!

  • @bonsaikastur
    @bonsaikastur Рік тому

    You must be proud of what you achieved in such a small time. In only 2 years you have united all the UK bonsai community into crossover videos, meetings and such. I'm spanish, but i love how the UK community have developed in this 2 years, and how you have welcomed me in your comments.
    A big hug, and thank you

  • @twinpotracer
    @twinpotracer 2 місяці тому

    I started watching Tony just before his end. Bless his heart

  • @claudioestrada1671
    @claudioestrada1671 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for all your wisdom. Regards from Sweden

  • @stoneman886
    @stoneman886 Рік тому +1

    So sorry to hear this Tony.... Your amazing bonsai trees will be your legacy...

  • @zenobibonsai
    @zenobibonsai Рік тому +4

    Absolutely shocked and gutted to hear this news Tony... Your a legend who has inspired many of us to take up Bonsai and / or to take Bonsai in new directions.
    Sending you and your family lots of love.
    Tony.....Only You can bend it like Beckham 😁👍

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Cheers buddy. Thanks for the lovely message. I'm still hanging on enjoying my bonsa for as long as I can.

  • @ryanodegaard4906
    @ryanodegaard4906 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Tony for your knowledge and humor of bonsai. Great job creating daily videos. Thank you from the USA!!!

  • @chompers11
    @chompers11 Рік тому +1

    I really enjoy your content Tony, I've learned a ton from you. Thanks so much. I LOVE you buying some nice pots, hell yea

  • @Csweat226
    @Csweat226 Рік тому +1

    I’ve never seen your videos till tonight, I was told to check out your page on one of the bonsai pages I follow. They told us about your story and all I can say is God Speed brother! In times of trouble I always go back to the prayer of Saint Francis. You have left a legacy and these videos will be here for many years to come, thanks for all you have done…

  • @tetrapanax1
    @tetrapanax1 Рік тому +18

    So sorry to hear this Tony. You’ve been an inspiration to many and made a lot of people braver with the chops than they might have been. Thank you for all your content and your good humour all the way. Love to you and your family.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому

      Cheers mate. Glad you've enjoyed the videos. It's been and now continues to be a great ride

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Thank you. Gotta keep chopping our rubbish into bonsai mate!

  • @LoveBonsai902
    @LoveBonsai902 Рік тому +1

    It was an honour to meet you Tony, you are so loved by us all. Thanks for having us, & love & thanks to your lovely family, entertaining us & sharing your sense of humour, ( not sure about dousing us ladies with seaweed, maybe a day out at the beach?! ) I’m still praying for a miracle, miss you already Jilly. ❤❤❤

  • @janeplatt8254
    @janeplatt8254 Рік тому +1

    So sorry to hear about the bad news Tony, have so very munched enjoyed all your videos love jane❤

  • @andrewdiamond6964
    @andrewdiamond6964 Рік тому

    Tony - I've never commented, but have followed your channel closely for a year since starting to dabble in bonsai. I've been genuinely inspired by the passion you've shared with us all, and have loved seeing your various projects!
    I'm sure your trees and the inspiration you've ignited in others will live on for many decades.
    Thank you ❤

  • @MaliDaviesPhotography
    @MaliDaviesPhotography Рік тому +11

    Big love Tony! It’s been a motivation for everyone, not for making Bonsai but your outlook and what you have produced, your resilience, your heart. Like I said big love, Sithee soon!

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Cheers buddy. Like you, I just love creating content

  • @conspiraterry7393
    @conspiraterry7393 Рік тому +1

    What an amazing human being is Tony! His energy will live on forever through his love of bonsai and others! Good for you if you were lucky to have met him or have one of his trees!

  • @ArkansasBikernet
    @ArkansasBikernet Рік тому +5

    I wondered what was going on...but I also respect privacy. In fact, I reached out to one of the other online bonsai people to see if they knew what was going on...I've watched your videos for only the last year (maybe 1.5 years), and always enjoyed them immensely...so I was concerned about your health and reason. I must have missed the one where you discussed your cancer. HOWEVER, this is a BEAUTIFUL video and to be honest...I had tears in my eyes. May your final days be peaceful and pain free and know that you've touched many, many people with your videos, knowledge and attitude. As an old Navy veteran...we have a saying, "Fair winds and following seas" friend.

  • @alanhiatt4820
    @alanhiatt4820 Рік тому +1

    I am sorry to hear your news. I have enjoyed getting to know you a bit through your video's - Thanks for that. You'll be missed.

  • @265petsar
    @265petsar Рік тому +1

    Tony, you're a true inspiration. I have been training bonsai for over thirty years, but I never missed any of your videos. You're a gem Tony and, I'm sure you have inspired many people to have a go. God Bless you Tony, ang thank you for being the amazing man you are. John ( Liverpool ).

  • @HawaiianBonsai
    @HawaiianBonsai Рік тому +1

    Sending love to you from Hawaii. Thank you for sharing your Bonsai knowledge.

  • @micla6221
    @micla6221 Рік тому +3

    Sorry to hear such sad news, you're an inspiration.
    You've given me some great ideas.
    Thank you, my man
    God bless..

  • @alaskarocket
    @alaskarocket Рік тому +4

    Hello Tony! Wanted to drop you a note from Alaska, I genuinely really enjoyed your videos but more so your personality, I can tell you are a good person, you’ve made a fantastic series of videos and I’ve just found you recently. I’ll miss your content. I look forward to seeing you back in it once you’ve got all healed up. In the meantime, thanks for being such a good person and creator.

  • @KrimsonSkies
    @KrimsonSkies Рік тому +1

    Thank you for spending time with us.

  • @stevenclowes7770
    @stevenclowes7770 Рік тому +2

    Hi Tony,
    Thank you so much for having us all on your bonsai journey. Thank you for the effort you have put it to making these amazing videos for us to enjoy, I know I don’t speak for myself when I say you’re top man, a true gent, and a pleasure to just listen to.
    I wish you nothing but the best from here on with your nearest and dearest.
    Please put this to a lovely new pot. ( I would love to see what you choose)
    Much love,
    Steve.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +2

      Thanks so much for the donation mate. I can feel a bright red glazed pot slipping into my shopping basket!

  • @nerinat8371
    @nerinat8371 Рік тому +11

    This is devastating Tony.. lm lost for words. I only joined your channel recently and have loved every one.. l will be thinking of you.❤

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +2

      Thanks, you have fine taste in UA-cam,😂 have a great day

    • @nerinat8371
      @nerinat8371 Рік тому +1

      @@TonysBonsai class all the way l say 😂😂

  • @arkangel369
    @arkangel369 Рік тому +1

    Tony, you are an absolute breath of fresh air. I’ve followed your journey over the last few months and seen you create some amazing trees. Your honesty regarding your health is truly inspiring and heartbreaking at the same time. Enjoy every second with your family and loved ones….stay strong brother 🌲🌴🌳

  • @eyeteeoh_5117
    @eyeteeoh_5117 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Tony, for teaching and inspiring me through my first two years of bonsai. It is people like you that make me want to be part of the bonsai community. Sending you wishes for the best and lots of love.

  • @abydosianchulac2
    @abydosianchulac2 Рік тому +1

    First time commenter I think, but if this doesn't deserve a response I don't know what would. This corner of the internet has been enriched not only by your videos but by your humor and personality. There aren't many who can point to an international impact and legacy looking back on their life, and yours is definitely deserved. Best wishes for comfort and peace to you and your loved ones, man, and thank you for everything.

  • @DrunkBonsai
    @DrunkBonsai Рік тому +2

    I'm so sorry to hear this news. You'll be missed by everyone who loves you, of course, but also by those of us who just know you from your videos. There are thousands of us, and we're all crushed. You didn't just entertain us. You made us feel like we were part of your circle. I'm pouring a very nice shot of expensive Caribbean rum and toasting to you tonight. Thank you for everything. Cheers, mate.

    • @TonysBonsai
      @TonysBonsai  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the lovely message mate.
      Really touching words.
      I'm still cracking on for as long as possible, and I'm proving to be pretty stubborn in that regard 🤣

  • @WaldDong-jc9iz
    @WaldDong-jc9iz Рік тому +2

    That hit me really hard today ... I can't believe it.
    I've got a Ginkgo in development. My goal is to make a large and strong bonsai out of it. And I like to name my trees. I'll call my Ginkgo Tony. So, you are and stay a part of my bonsai journey. Thank you so much Tony.

  • @plbgreen
    @plbgreen Рік тому +2

    Bro. Tony, I loved watching your videos. I will miss your content greatly. Peace

  • @michaelduncan6287
    @michaelduncan6287 Рік тому +3

    Sooo sorry to hear of your cancer return, I've loved watching your Bonsai' journey ! My adult son also has brain cancer ( currently in remission one yr now). and Bonsai' has been his path to regaining motor skill and keeping his mind stimulated.
    My Gods peace be with you as you walk these finale miles in life!

  • @margaretsims4344
    @margaretsims4344 Рік тому

    Tony I am so sorry to hear your news. You have been such an inspiration over the last two years not only to the bonsai world but your whole positive outlook on life. Watching your wonderful videos has been so entertaining and listening to your witty banter has been such a joy. I have followed you since your early days as a bonsai video maker and I have totally enjoyed every one of your demonstrations. Thank you for bringing so much happiness to us all and thank you for being you.
    I wish you well. ❤