This is why SLB is my favorite channel. You wear your heart on your sleeve Kurt, and that’s a powerful thing. I appreciate you sharing some tough memories and doing what you’re doing for an important cause. I’ve lost friends to suicide and it’s gut wrenching. God bless.🙏🏻
As someone who recently had to use the 988 hotline for himself, this video hits hard and close to home. Watching SLB is one of the ways that I deal with things on a daily basis to keep me "normal" but it brings enjoyment on a subject that I love hearing about and feels like a "family". All I can say to anyone who is listening is to openly communicate with others, it's the hardest thing to do, but it makes all the difference. You are not alone in this, and while it's the easy way to keep it inside, talk to friends, talk to family, talk to a therapist, and there is....light at the end of the tunnel. On January 1st, 2024, I was ready to end it all but I'm still here today and in a much better place, and enjoying my bourbon and cigars on the weekend. Keep your head up and know that it does get better.....
I almost lost a close friend/girlfriend in highschool from an overdose on sleeping pills. Ending ones own life is never the answer. Kurt, I teared up watching this.....much respect for you and Trenton doing this.
I don't know HOW there are 120+ dislikes on this video. Heartless people. Thank you for putting this together SLB! You guys are the best whiskey channel on the Tubes! You rock!
Amazing testimony. I lost my first wife from cancer in 2009. They found the tumor while she was pregnant with our second child... my daughter is 17 years old now. It rocked all of our worlds for a long time, but she left behind an amazing legacy. Choose life always.
This story hits hard for me. My mother was diagnosed with meningitis while she was 2 months pregnant with me. They gave her a similar option, and she chose to bring me into the world. They took me at 6 months, and my mother didn't make it a year afterward and died in 1996. My son and I are both here today because of her choice, and I am forever grateful for that choice. Love you guys and the channel, prayers for love and strength ❤
Wow, much respect for your mother. Even though you didn’t get the chance to really know her she will always live in your heart and be a shining example of unconditional love.
I’ve lost two people to suicide: my wife and my son. I know how suicide affects those who remain. Thank you for supporting such a worthy charity. I’d also like to thank you for this video. You had the courage to share your sorrow. It was a truly difficult video for you to make. Take care, my friend.
Kurt and the SLB family- thank you for talking about this. I’ve had 4 suicides in my family in two years. As a firefighter now, we see this on a frequent basis. This is my wife and my favorite bourbon family channel. This topic takes so much courage. Thank you for sharing and you aren’t alone. 🇺🇸
If ever there was a time to not interrupt a great message for Ad revenue… it’s this video. Shame on you UA-cam for not letting this one play out. Keep on doing great work SLB, you guys are awesome.
I've lost a family member to suicide and my father to cancer. May their memory be a blessing, the pain never goes away and talking about it is the hardest thing. God bless.
My best friend made the same tragic decision after we returned from Iraq and I just lost my mother in August to brain cancer. The fact that you are willing to speak on these things publicly and offer help to those who may feel alone in dealing with similar circumstances is without a doubt one of the most selfless and noble things I can imagine. You have all my respect and thank you.
Could also be titled The Best Video you’ve ever made. I appreciate your vulnerability and heart and doing so much for this very important issue. I’m so sorry for your loss. SLB inspires!
Anyone who has dismissed UA-cam as only showing selfish or corporate content could really benefit from watching this channel and this video in particular. If they were familiar with this channel, they would instantly recognize how genuine and heartfelt this video is.
Kurt, thank you for always being genuine even when putting yourself in a vulnerable position. As much as it pains you to tell your story, it shows us your heart and true character.
Wow, Kurt. What a tremendous, heartbreaking story. You have every right to allow your losses to grow bitterness and anger inside and be a different person than you are, but instead, you choose to see the blessing in your life. Your perspective honors your dad in immeasurable ways, and his legacy lives on in you. Thank you for sharing this, and I pray God's blessings on your fundraiser.
Kurt, You are authentic and awesome. Sorry for your losses. We will keep your whole family in our prayers. You guys are so much more than bourbon. What a great cause and that's why we support you on Patreon.
Kurt, I know how hard it was to make this video. I lost my brother Jeff to suicide in October 2013, and I still struggle to speak about it. Love your channel and your message about family and kindness. Thank you for sharing, I know it was difficult.
In my life I have known and heard of people losing others like that. I'm very sorry sir for your sadness! We need to stand together more I believe! Your sister is a Hero and she gave your niece life. What a woman!
Thank you for this video, Kurt. Your story is much like mine. I lost my brother to suicide in 1988 at the age of 28. One of the most painful life experiences I have ever had to endure. I shared tears with you and know the pain you feel. Thank you for shining a light on this important, but overlooked, issue.
You guys are absolutely fantastic 👏 ❤️ I lost one of my brother's and an uncle to suicide and I still miss them dearly, you guys are absolutely wonderful 😢 ❤️
Thank you, Kurt, for talking about such a painful topic with us. Each time I watch one of your videos, I leave feeling more like I am part of your family than before the video, and that brings me immense joy. I am blessed by being here, being part of your UA-cam family.
Kurt your love for your sister is still alive and beautiful. And your words about your dad are beautiful, he sounds like a kind and wonderful man. Thank you for bearing yourself to the world like this - you are a mensch.
Thank you for making this video, many very important messages here 🙏 I lost a very old and dear friend to suicide. It is so difficult to understand and talk about. So many is affected by it and needs to be discussed more.
I have watched these guys alot and it's like you feel you know them. I have really grown to like them and feel relatable. That's why seeing Kurt talking about this really hit home, it felt like a friend pouring out his heart.
Kurt, I feel your pain, I lost my wife to cancer 6 yrs ago and would have celebrated our 49th wedding anniversary on April 26th, Kurt it is the best thing to talk about your lost love ones, and I appreciate your love and support or your family and SLB family, carry on my friend, my prayers are with you and your family 🙏🙏
That was heartbreaking 💔 so tragic for you, your brother and your mom. I do hope your father found peace on the other side. May he forever rest in peace. I’m the survivor of a Dec 2000 suicide attempt. This cause is deeply personal to me. God bless.
Important things are often the toughest to talk about. Cheers to SLB for leveraging the platform to make a difference on issues that matter! "...with kindness, respect, dignity, and love" -- may your father's memory be a blessing and may you continue to go from strength to strength in his footsteps.
This was absolutely heartbreaking to watch. God Bless you Kurt and the entire SLB family. I’m sorry you went through this. You are an amazing human being. Don’t stop what you’re doing or who you are. We love you.
There is a reason I’ve gravitated towards the SLB channel being my favorite whiskey tube show, it’s because I can genuinely tell how wholesome and sincere you and your family are. Always kind and positive towards each other and your viewers. Your Father definitely was an amazing example for you and your family. I am sincerely sorry for the loss of both your Sister and your Father. Thank you and your family for sharing this video and for doing all you do to help others!
Kurt, you are such an amazing person with a huge heart. If I ever meet you I am giving you a strong like bull hug for being the husband, father, mentor, hard working craftsman and humble person you are.
Kurt, I am so sorry for your losses. Your father reminds me so much of my father, whom I miss more than words can say. I know this video had to be incredibly difficult to make. Your words mean a lot and spotlight the importance of compassion. Thank you for having the courage to speak them in front of us all. It was very much the right thing to do and endears your family to us in ways that are hard to imagine. God bless.
Bless you bless you bless you and your entire family. Family is EVERYTHING. Just found your channel and immediately my FAVORITE. Kindness, dignity and love will save this world. In in tears with you sir. Please don't stop. I will support you and your cause and channel every opportunity I get. Eagerly watching your next videos.
Thank you so much for sharing ❤ I unfortunately share your pain for my father died by suicide when I was 17 years old-an amazing, beautiful human being who also suffered from depression from things of his past. I love and miss him every day, still 😢 My mother like yours became our super strong matriarch! This is a wonderful thing you are doing. I appreciate you, your kind heart, openness and just beautiful spirit.
I think too much now in our current culture we forget our shared humanity. Thank you for being strong enough to share that, and being compassionate enough to do something to help other families.
Wow what a video,,I'm a tough truck driver, driving Down the road in tears. Thank you so much for making this Video. I .Know, it was really tough As I lost my mom 3 years ago And every time I talk about it it chokes me up❤
This is why I absolutely love this channel. You guys are so real and it feels like we're all part of a huge extended family and it's an absolute pleasure to be part of a community like this. ❤
Kurt and Trent and your families - First, thank you Kurt for being vulnerable and sharing your stories. Kurt - your kindness comes through in all your videos - an obvious inheritance from your father. I think it is really important for everyone, but men especially, to share the feelings we carry. I am just some guy on the internet who enjoys your videos and I just want to pass on my gratitude. Thank you
Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing I hope this helps so many out there. It is becoming way to common place these days and we need to attack it head on. By being kind to others and supporting others we can make a difference Thanks Kurt.
You guys and your family are the absolute the most courageous, kind, thoughtful, and caring people I have ever met… and I never even met you. You guys make this SLB community so great to be apart of and it’s amazing the love and compassion coming from everyone here to support you. What you and your family has gone through I couldn’t even begin to imagine the pain and struggles and it’s so warming to see you all embrace this and share this with everyone. I cannot thank you guys enough for what you are doing! May God watch over you and your family for eternity and just know you have my love, support, thoughts, and prayers!! From my family to yours!! Cheers guys!!
I wish I could subscribe again and again! Not only have I learned a lot about bourbon and how to go about tasting, but I have been witness to a fantastic family. Your heart shines through, Kurt. Good luck with your outing and God Bless you and your family.
My Mom listened to this on the way to the Dr’s office and she was crying. Those losses would crush anyone. Great to see Kurt and family going strong. Lastly if all this happened to me I couldn’t have made this video.
tremendous strength to share this personal insight. my condolences and blessings for you and yours for speaking about a haunting part of history in the SLB Family. this channel is a breath of honesty. continued success to impart the best that SLB and all of us have to enjoy each other. through the toughest days and nights, and the most joyous days and nights.
Really heartfelt video that hit me. This is what sets you guys apart from many others with how you come across on your videos. A really important message you are bringing to light, so all credit to you.
I ❤ you. With my fist message I said my dad lost the fight but he lost it the same way as your father. Its been 22 years since but growing up on a farm and being with him everyday its still hard to talk about it to this day. Your a great guy and your dad is smiling down on you on how good of a father you become
Thanks for raising awareness. I have never understood why people are reluctant to talk when someone they know commits suicide. My brother took his life in 1997 and every time I hear of a suicide it brings back the same “why” questions. I am sorry to hear about your father. If you are open to a cross over event, it might be worth reaching out to Bourbon Real Talk. Randy ends every video talking about his brother’s suicide and that is why he is using bourbon as a forum to bring people together. Best wishes on your golf tournament.
Just an incredible family, thank you so much for sharing your personal stories. In a world of youtube where people are trying to become and rich and famous, in a world of bourbon where well off people showcase their abilities to find impossible bottles through money or notoriety, you truly are a shining light. God bless!
Thanks for sharing your heart Kurt and opening up to others. Maybe your words can help others in need. Life is precious and short. Really appreciate you guys.
I feel your pain and I support as many cancer fighting organizations Nashville barrel company gives to cancer research so I buy from them often. Continued success on your endeavors.
Well said. I’ve lost a few very close family members to suicide including one last month. The internal struggle is not always seen and that’s what scares me the most.
Amazing efforts to a great cause, thank you for this channel. You guys are great :) I've been in and out of mental health clinics, attempted suicide twice in the last 3 years and spent 3 nights on a suicide watch. Idk how I'm still alive, but the good days lately have been outnumbered by the bad.
Sorry for your loss Kurt. Like you said, we all have been touched by this. Ironically I’ve been affected by both cancer and suicides as well. I thank you and the group for your efforts to bring awareness and to help those in need.
As a infantry vet who’s seen combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. One thing my former career field has a lot of, is unalivings. I’ve lost more brothers from that than the actual combat. This video hits home for me. I wish you all the most success in your charity. I hope the money finds the cure to this.
God bless you & your family. My family just lost my sister in law to cancer 3wks ago. Love SLB . If you ever come to PA/NJ, I'll buy the 1st round. Some good distilleries near me. Keep up the great work
Thanks for being so vulnerable and for the invitation. Everyone will at some point experience significant grief in their lives-I lost my Dad in 2009 and my wife and I experienced infertility earlier in our marriage. Though I’m 80 miles away from you guys, I felt like you were standing right in front of me as I watched this. Thanks for always giving us a window into your lives and good luck with the fundraiser!
Thanks for sharing. It's hard to lose people you love. As hard as it is, keep sharing your story. It has a huge impact and can hopefully save others from the same experience. Unfortunately, suicide has impacted me several times throughout my life.
I really appreciate you doing this. I’ve been supporting an organization called 22Kill for years who bring to light the suicide rate among vets and 1st responders. You doing what you are doing is amazing and I have no doubt it will make a positive impact on people. Stay strong.
Thank you for sharing this story. Tugged at my heart strings. I lost my little brother to suicide. I buried my pain and struggle with depression frequently. I have a ton of love around me though that keeps me going. I wish I was in a better financial position to help. I will continue to support your channel by watching, liking, and commenting.
Thank you for bringing to the light what can sometimes be too dark of a topic for people to talk about. It brings me hope to hear a man as kind as yourself share that kindness with the world through something like this. I may have to bring the worst golf game Ohio has ever seen on over to your neck of the woods for this event.
Thank you Kurt and Trent. I found yall a year ago and am in a MUCH better place compared to where I started…thank you for always being there, I know even if I don’t tune in for a month there will be a backlog of hilarity and information to watch through.
This one hits deep. God bless your family, God bless this charity. Suicide is never the answer. You may not suffer anymore, but your suffering spreads to all who love you. Hug your loved ones, tell the people around you how much they mean to you. You never know when they need that little bit of reassurance.
Praying for you all as someone who is in fire service as a emt I have witnessed the after math of this topic its truly heart breaking thanks for sharing
Kurt, and Kent…. Your dad was amazing man. He was someone I looked up to and respected. You are both very good men and wonderful reflection of him. I know he would be very proud of the men that you both are and of the families you both have raised… he and my dad are raising a toast to you up in Heaven, I just know it… love you guys!
@@kentludington7180we love you buddy, I’m so proud to know you and look forward to seeing you on our next trip up that direction to visit the original homeland…
“Only look down on someone so you can lift them up” - this is pure gold. Thank you.
This is why SLB is my favorite channel. You wear your heart on your sleeve Kurt, and that’s a powerful thing. I appreciate you sharing some tough memories and doing what you’re doing for an important cause. I’ve lost friends to suicide and it’s gut wrenching. God bless.🙏🏻
Came here to say this ☝🏼 although probably not as well. You guys are the best. ❤🙏🏼🥃
Amen to that. Family matters. SLB is family.
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Mine now too as well. This gentleman is the real deal.
As someone who recently had to use the 988 hotline for himself, this video hits hard and close to home. Watching SLB is one of the ways that I deal with things on a daily basis to keep me "normal" but it brings enjoyment on a subject that I love hearing about and feels like a "family". All I can say to anyone who is listening is to openly communicate with others, it's the hardest thing to do, but it makes all the difference. You are not alone in this, and while it's the easy way to keep it inside, talk to friends, talk to family, talk to a therapist, and there is....light at the end of the tunnel. On January 1st, 2024, I was ready to end it all but I'm still here today and in a much better place, and enjoying my bourbon and cigars on the weekend. Keep your head up and know that it does get better.....
Thanks for sharing your story!! We are all so glad you are still here!
All the support and love to you as a member of the SLB family. We care ❤
I almost lost a close friend/girlfriend in highschool from an overdose on sleeping pills. Ending ones own life is never the answer. Kurt, I teared up watching this.....much respect for you and Trenton doing this.
Plz always know you are loved here at SLB. So glad you had the courage to make that phone call ❤️
I don't know HOW there are 120+ dislikes on this video. Heartless people. Thank you for putting this together SLB! You guys are the best whiskey channel on the Tubes! You rock!
Amazing testimony. I lost my first wife from cancer in 2009. They found the tumor while she was pregnant with our second child... my daughter is 17 years old now. It rocked all of our worlds for a long time, but she left behind an amazing legacy. Choose life always.
This story hits hard for me. My mother was diagnosed with meningitis while she was 2 months pregnant with me. They gave her a similar option, and she chose to bring me into the world. They took me at 6 months, and my mother didn't make it a year afterward and died in 1996. My son and I are both here today because of her choice, and I am forever grateful for that choice. Love you guys and the channel, prayers for love and strength ❤
Wow, much respect for your mother. Even though you didn’t get the chance to really know her she will always live in your heart and be a shining example of unconditional love.
@@slbdrinks thanks for the reply and kind words. I know you've heard this before, but you guys are 100% class. Keep on keeping on.
I’ve lost two people to suicide: my wife and my son. I know how suicide affects those who remain. Thank you for supporting such a worthy charity.
I’d also like to thank you for this video. You had the courage to share your sorrow. It was a truly difficult video for you to make.
Take care, my friend.
Sorry for your loss brother. Stay strong!
Maybe he is the issue @@sorinsrn5442
God bless you Alan. Sorry for your loss.
Kurt and the SLB family- thank you for talking about this. I’ve had 4 suicides in my family in two years. As a firefighter now, we see this on a frequent basis. This is my wife and my favorite bourbon family channel. This topic takes so much courage. Thank you for sharing and you aren’t alone. 🇺🇸
Wow such loss you had to endure 🙏
Every bit of your fathers kindness shines through you, Kurt. I love you guys ❤
Kurt: Your honesty, integrity, and overall strong character, serves as a reminder to not take anything for granted and to be thankful for our lives.
If ever there was a time to not interrupt a great message for Ad revenue… it’s this video. Shame on you UA-cam for not letting this one play out. Keep on doing great work SLB, you guys are awesome.
I've lost a family member to suicide and my father to cancer. May their memory be a blessing, the pain never goes away and talking about it is the hardest thing. God bless.
My best friend made the same tragic decision after we returned from Iraq and I just lost my mother in August to brain cancer. The fact that you are willing to speak on these things publicly and offer help to those who may feel alone in dealing with similar circumstances is without a doubt one of the most selfless and noble things I can imagine. You have all my respect and thank you.
Sorry for your losses my friend
Your sister sounds like an absolute legend. Cheers to her! And cheers to your father! 10/10 masterclass family you’ve got there.
Kurt you are the man. That took a lot of guts. Thank you.
Could also be titled The Best Video you’ve ever made.
I appreciate your vulnerability and heart and doing so much for this very important issue.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
SLB inspires!
Anyone who has dismissed UA-cam as only showing selfish or corporate content could really benefit from watching this channel and this video in particular. If they were familiar with this channel, they would instantly recognize how genuine and heartfelt this video is.
Kurt, thank you for always being genuine even when putting yourself in a vulnerable position. As much as it pains you to tell your story, it shows us your heart and true character.
And this is why your channel has become a community and your viewers all feel like a part of your family. Prayers and love to you all.
Wow, Kurt. What a tremendous, heartbreaking story. You have every right to allow your losses to grow bitterness and anger inside and be a different person than you are, but instead, you choose to see the blessing in your life. Your perspective honors your dad in immeasurable ways, and his legacy lives on in you. Thank you for sharing this, and I pray God's blessings on your fundraiser.
Kurt, You are authentic and awesome. Sorry for your losses. We will keep your whole family in our prayers. You guys are so much more than bourbon. What a great cause and that's why we support you on Patreon.
Kurt, I know how hard it was to make this video. I lost my brother Jeff to suicide in October 2013, and I still struggle to speak about it. Love your channel and your message about family and kindness. Thank you for sharing, I know it was difficult.
❤️ so sorry.
In my life I have known and heard of people losing others like that. I'm very sorry sir for your sadness! We need to stand together more I believe! Your sister is a Hero and she gave your niece life. What a woman!
Thank you for this video, Kurt. Your story is much like mine. I lost my brother to suicide in 1988 at the age of 28. One of the most painful life experiences I have ever had to endure. I shared tears with you and know the pain you feel. Thank you for shining a light on this important, but overlooked, issue.
Wow, sorry for your loss
You guys are absolutely fantastic 👏 ❤️ I lost one of my brother's and an uncle to suicide and I still miss them dearly, you guys are absolutely wonderful 😢 ❤️
I look forward to the videos on my drive in every MWF… this is such a touching video and so compassionate… nothing faked… ❤
Thank you, Kurt, for talking about such a painful topic with us. Each time I watch one of your videos, I leave feeling more like I am part of your family than before the video, and that brings me immense joy. I am blessed by being here, being part of your UA-cam family.
Kurt awesome video we never discuss this as Mental health is an issue we all deal with this. thanks for sharing
I don’t have enough space here for the words of respect and empathy I have for you Kurt. God bless and thank you!
Best wishes, to you and all the SLB family, from the not-so-frozen wastelands of Fairbanks, Alaska…Proud of what you do!!!
Kurt your love for your sister is still alive and beautiful. And your words about your dad are beautiful, he sounds like a kind and wonderful man. Thank you for bearing yourself to the world like this - you are a mensch.
Thank you for making this video, many very important messages here 🙏 I lost a very old and dear friend to suicide. It is so difficult to understand and talk about. So many is affected by it and needs to be discussed more.
I have watched these guys alot and it's like you feel you know them. I have really grown to like them and feel relatable. That's why seeing Kurt talking about this really hit home, it felt like a friend pouring out his heart.
Kurt, I feel your pain, I lost my wife to cancer 6 yrs ago and would have celebrated our 49th wedding anniversary on April 26th, Kurt it is the best thing to talk about your lost love ones, and I appreciate your love and support or your family and SLB family, carry on my friend, my prayers are with you and your family 🙏🙏
Sorry I missed it by a couple days but happy anniversary my friend. What a beautiful love story.
I have no words, but I'm thankful that you do.
You are a class act, Kurt!❤ This video would have made your father and your sister so proud!👏👏👏
That was heartbreaking 💔 so tragic for you, your brother and your mom. I do hope your father found peace on the other side. May he forever rest in peace. I’m the survivor of a Dec 2000 suicide attempt. This cause is deeply personal to me. God bless.
Important things are often the toughest to talk about. Cheers to SLB for leveraging the platform to make a difference on issues that matter! "...with kindness, respect, dignity, and love" -- may your father's memory be a blessing and may you continue to go from strength to strength in his footsteps.
This was absolutely heartbreaking to watch. God Bless you Kurt and the entire SLB family. I’m sorry you went through this. You are an amazing human being. Don’t stop what you’re doing or who you are. We love you.
Im not crying, you're crying! Thank you for sharing you story and sorry for your loss.
There is a reason I’ve gravitated towards the SLB channel being my favorite whiskey tube show, it’s because I can genuinely tell how wholesome and sincere you and your family are. Always kind and positive towards each other and your viewers. Your Father definitely was an amazing example for you and your family. I am sincerely sorry for the loss of both your Sister and your Father. Thank you and your family for sharing this video and for doing all you do to help others!
Deeply moving Kurt. Thank you so much for sharing. I work in mental health and speaking out lie this helps many people. Peace and be well.
Kurt, you are such an amazing person with a huge heart. If I ever meet you I am giving you a strong like bull hug for being the husband, father, mentor, hard working craftsman and humble person you are.
Kurt, I am so sorry for your losses. Your father reminds me so much of my father, whom I miss more than words can say. I know this video had to be incredibly difficult to make. Your words mean a lot and spotlight the importance of compassion. Thank you for having the courage to speak them in front of us all. It was very much the right thing to do and endears your family to us in ways that are hard to imagine. God bless.
The bravery and selflessness that your young sister showed is unimaginable. Just wow. Thank you for sharing these stories. Sorry for your losses.
Bless you bless you bless you and your entire family. Family is EVERYTHING. Just found your channel and immediately my FAVORITE. Kindness, dignity and love will save this world. In in tears with you sir. Please don't stop. I will support you and your cause and channel every opportunity I get. Eagerly watching your next videos.
Thank you for telling your story. You are not alone. SLB is one of my favorite channels and now it has my heart.
Thank you so much for sharing ❤ I unfortunately share your pain for my father died by suicide when I was 17 years old-an amazing, beautiful human being who also suffered from depression from things of his past. I love and miss him every day, still 😢
My mother like yours became our super strong matriarch!
This is a wonderful thing you are doing. I appreciate you, your kind heart, openness and just beautiful spirit.
Sorry you had to experience the same pain.
Kurt and Trent this is incredibly heart warming. Definitely felt tears welling up when you told your families’ story. Thank you for all you do ❤
I think too much now in our current culture we forget our shared humanity. Thank you for being strong enough to share that, and being compassionate enough to do something to help other families.
Wow what a video,,I'm a tough truck driver, driving Down the road in tears. Thank you so much for making this Video. I .Know, it was really tough As I lost my mom 3 years ago And every time I talk about it it chokes me up❤
Thank You for being such a wonderful example of what a man can be. Thank you for sharing your personal experience in such a heartful way
This is why I absolutely love this channel. You guys are so real and it feels like we're all part of a huge extended family and it's an absolute pleasure to be part of a community like this. ❤
I lost my wife to suicide and watched what it did to myself and my children. My prayers are with you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. I watch you all the time. God bless!
Michael, I can’t imagine the pain felt by you and the family. God bless you all. ❤️
Kurt and Trent and your families - First, thank you Kurt for being vulnerable and sharing your stories. Kurt - your kindness comes through in all your videos - an obvious inheritance from your father. I think it is really important for everyone, but men especially, to share the feelings we carry. I am just some guy on the internet who enjoys your videos and I just want to pass on my gratitude. Thank you
Other guy on the internet here… I wanted to say something similar, but you nailed it.
@@Brad_Boersma Thanks!
Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing I hope this helps so many out there. It is becoming way to common place these days and we need to attack it head on. By being kind to others and supporting others we can make a difference Thanks Kurt.
You guys and your family are the absolute the most courageous, kind, thoughtful, and caring people I have ever met… and I never even met you. You guys make this SLB community so great to be apart of and it’s amazing the love and compassion coming from everyone here to support you. What you and your family has gone through I couldn’t even begin to imagine the pain and struggles and it’s so warming to see you all embrace this and share this with everyone. I cannot thank you guys enough for what you are doing! May God watch over you and your family for eternity and just know you have my love, support, thoughts, and prayers!! From my family to yours!! Cheers guys!!
I wish I could subscribe again and again! Not only have I learned a lot about bourbon and how to go about tasting, but I have been witness to a fantastic family. Your heart shines through, Kurt. Good luck with your outing and God Bless you and your family.
My Mom listened to this on the way to the Dr’s office and she was crying. Those losses would crush anyone. Great to see Kurt and family going strong. Lastly if all this happened to me I couldn’t have made this video.
You guys are some amazing people. Thank you for being you. Cheers, friends.
Absolutely powerful video Kurt! Making grown men cry at 0830 in the morning. Wishing nothing but health and prosperity for your family!
tremendous strength to share this personal insight. my condolences and blessings for you and yours for speaking about a haunting part of history in the SLB Family. this channel is a breath of honesty. continued success to impart the best that SLB and all of us have to enjoy each other. through the toughest days and nights, and the most joyous days and nights.
I just love you and your family, Kurt. I know this Golf Outing will be successful in raising both funds and awareness for this worthy cause.
Really heartfelt video that hit me. This is what sets you guys apart from many others with how you come across on your videos. A really important message you are bringing to light, so all credit to you.
I ❤ you. With my fist message I said my dad lost the fight but he lost it the same way as your father. Its been 22 years since but growing up on a farm and being with him everyday its still hard to talk about it to this day. Your a great guy and your dad is smiling down on you on how good of a father you become
Thank you for sharing! ❤️
@@slbdrinks your welcome. You guys are great. Very real and down to earth. Look forward to your videos on my drive to work
Thanks for raising awareness. I have never understood why people are reluctant to talk when someone they know commits suicide. My brother took his life in 1997 and every time I hear of a suicide it brings back the same “why” questions. I am sorry to hear about your father.
If you are open to a cross over event, it might be worth reaching out to Bourbon Real Talk. Randy ends every video talking about his brother’s suicide and that is why he is using bourbon as a forum to bring people together. Best wishes on your golf tournament.
Thank you for sharing!
God bless you and your family. Cancer and suicide has touched my family as well. We are all in this world and journey together
Just an incredible family, thank you so much for sharing your personal stories. In a world of youtube where people are trying to become and rich and famous, in a world of bourbon where well off people showcase their abilities to find impossible bottles through money or notoriety, you truly are a shining light. God bless!
God bless you, Kurt. Thank you for sharing your story. You’re in my prayers.
Very touching. Thanks for sharing.
Love you guys and what you’re doing! ❤ praying for this event from Texas!
Much love to you Kurt and you entire family!!!
Honesty, integrity, & thoughtfulness, that’s what’s gets you through🙂 good job!
Beautiful words and appreciate your vulnerability!
We've had two of our family members take their own life. It's a hard pill to swallow.
Thanks for sharing your heart Kurt and opening up to others. Maybe your words can help others in need. Life is precious and short. Really appreciate you guys.
I feel your pain and I support as many cancer fighting organizations Nashville barrel company gives to cancer research so I buy from them often. Continued success on your endeavors.
Well said. I’ve lost a few very close family members to suicide including one last month. The internal struggle is not always seen and that’s what scares me the most.
Amazing efforts to a great cause, thank you for this channel. You guys are great :)
I've been in and out of mental health clinics, attempted suicide twice in the last 3 years and spent 3 nights on a suicide watch. Idk how I'm still alive, but the good days lately have been outnumbered by the bad.
Dave, plz always remember that you are loved and you are worth it! Good days are ahead! Very happy you are here! ❤️
Sending my condolences to your family Kurt. It's always hard when discussing lost family members, prayers to you and yours, God bless.
Sorry for your loss Kurt. Like you said, we all have been touched by this. Ironically I’ve been affected by both cancer and suicides as well. I thank you and the group for your efforts to bring awareness and to help those in need.
Kurt: Your courage in doing this video is impressive. Bless you.
Humanity. This is why your channel gets so much attention. Thank you
As a infantry vet who’s seen combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. One thing my former career field has a lot of, is unalivings. I’ve lost more brothers from that than the actual combat. This video hits home for me. I wish you all the most success in your charity. I hope the money finds the cure to this.
Appreciate everything you do and are my brother! ❤️
God bless you & your family. My family just lost my sister in law to cancer 3wks ago. Love SLB . If you ever come to PA/NJ, I'll buy the 1st round. Some good distilleries near me. Keep up the great work
I’m in to help. Great cause, god bless you for stepping up for a needed cause.
Thanks for being so vulnerable and for the invitation. Everyone will at some point experience significant grief in their lives-I lost my Dad in 2009 and my wife and I experienced infertility earlier in our marriage. Though I’m 80 miles away from you guys, I felt like you were standing right in front of me as I watched this. Thanks for always giving us a window into your lives and good luck with the fundraiser!
Thanks for sharing. It's hard to lose people you love. As hard as it is, keep sharing your story. It has a huge impact and can hopefully save others from the same experience. Unfortunately, suicide has impacted me several times throughout my life.
I really appreciate you doing this. I’ve been supporting an organization called 22Kill for years who bring to light the suicide rate among vets and 1st responders. You doing what you are doing is amazing and I have no doubt it will make a positive impact on people. Stay strong.
Great job, Kurt. With this size audience, you're certain to have helped someone today
Thank you for sharing your story. I am so sorry for your losses - your work to honor their memories is wonderful.
Thank you for sharing this story. Tugged at my heart strings. I lost my little brother to suicide. I buried my pain and struggle with depression frequently. I have a ton of love around me though that keeps me going. I wish I was in a better financial position to help. I will continue to support your channel by watching, liking, and commenting.
So sorry for the loss of your brother. Heartbreaking.
Thank you for all you do.
So proud to be part of this family. Your honesty and openness are a blessing. I thank you for wearing your heart of your sleeve.
Thank you for bringing to the light what can sometimes be too dark of a topic for people to talk about. It brings me hope to hear a man as kind as yourself share that kindness with the world through something like this.
I may have to bring the worst golf game Ohio has ever seen on over to your neck of the woods for this event.
Thank you Kurt and Trent. I found yall a year ago and am in a MUCH better place compared to where I started…thank you for always being there, I know even if I don’t tune in for a month there will be a backlog of hilarity and information to watch through.
Bravo and well done sir. If only more of us spoke from the heart like that. God bless you and your family.
I admire you for having a relationship with your father like that I wish i had that. I'm sorry for your loss of your dad and sister.
This one hits deep. God bless your family, God bless this charity. Suicide is never the answer. You may not suffer anymore, but your suffering spreads to all who love you. Hug your loved ones, tell the people around you how much they mean to you. You never know when they need that little bit of reassurance.
Well said!
Praying for you all as someone who is in fire service as a emt I have witnessed the after math of this topic its truly heart breaking thanks for sharing
Kurt, and Kent…. Your dad was amazing man. He was someone I looked up to and respected. You are both very good men and wonderful reflection of him. I know he would be very proud of the men that you both are and of the families you both have raised… he and my dad are raising a toast to you up in Heaven, I just know it… love you guys!
Thank you, David.
@@kentludington7180we love you buddy, I’m so proud to know you and look forward to seeing you on our next trip up that direction to visit the original homeland…
I just know it too David. Your Father was a beautiful man as well lost way to soon ❤️
So sweet of you to say that, thank you my friend