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  • Опубліковано 23 лют 2023
  • Just because I’m doing my job doesn’t mean I’m not sad. I’ve seen enough death to last a lifetime, but I’ve never seen anything like this.
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  • @isaywhatiwantjacksonjackso3940
    @isaywhatiwantjacksonjackso3940 Рік тому +307

    PEOPLE REALLY NEED TO ALLOW A PERSON TO GRIEVE! GOD UNDERSTANDS RICKEY KEEP TALKING TO HIM HE HEARS YOU❤

    • @NayNay-qt5tb
      @NayNay-qt5tb Рік тому +16

      Rickey take as much time as need to try to get through this unfortunate situation. Everyone needs to just step back & let you deal with this at your on pace PERIODT! One love🙏🏾

    • @Twp205
      @Twp205 Рік тому +9

      Absolutely! People also need to allow themselves time to grieve… which I don’t believe Ricky has allowed himself to do!

    • @daleo4069
      @daleo4069 Рік тому +2

      Facts

    • @TheExtraIntellectual
      @TheExtraIntellectual Рік тому +2

      So much Love to you Ricky✨🤍🕊️

    • @joycejones2979
      @joycejones2979 Рік тому +1

      Rickey, take your time. Grieving is not easy! People should understand what you’re going through and wait til you feel you’re ready to confront everyone. I’m praying for you and your peace! God bless and keep you!💕

  • @MsFrazier222
    @MsFrazier222 Рік тому +212

    It BREAKS my heart that this man lost his son and has to explain grief, and being overwhelmed to ANYONE!!! I’ll continue to pray for him and his family. Nobody is entitled to get a text or return call.

  • @allisonmccall5475
    @allisonmccall5475 Рік тому +114

    That baby knew what you were going through, she knew you needed her ,she's an angel 😇 🙏🙏💕💕

    • @kenadaniels9516
      @kenadaniels9516 Рік тому +6

      Definitely 💯

    • @yvonnedelories4780
      @yvonnedelories4780 Рік тому +3

      Absolutely!

    • @lindahines9380
      @lindahines9380 Рік тому +1

      yep! that's the next closest person
      from her dad!

    • @venitastrong1728
      @venitastrong1728 Рік тому +1

      Amen

    • @faithwilliams7826
      @faithwilliams7826 Рік тому

      Amen. Children are healing. God knows what we need and they are extremely sensitive ❤️. They are such a blessing. God apparently didn't want you at the repast.

  • @sharticiagomez2458
    @sharticiagomez2458 Рік тому +86

    It's really a shame that a father can't grieve the loss of his son in his own way without having to explain himself. Give this father space and time, however long that may be, to mourn for his child. My heart goes out to you, Rickey. I'm praying for your peace and healing.

    • @wandasanders9043
      @wandasanders9043 Рік тому +1

      When you let people in your business, they want a EXPLANATION, CAUSE HE TELLING EVERYTHING ELSE.

    • @lindahines9380
      @lindahines9380 Рік тому

      I didn't know he had surgery omg!
      that made it 10x harder

    • @averyshenandoah1637
      @averyshenandoah1637 Рік тому

      He’s full of it lol who’s bothering him? He’s such a drama queen and no one is buying his bs we’ve seen the videos of him talking about him so spare me. He is loving attention that’s why he’s made 100 UA-cam videos

    • @faithwilliams7826
      @faithwilliams7826 Рік тому

      My Lord😔.

  • @adawilliams8960
    @adawilliams8960 Рік тому +141

    You do not owe anyone a apology,they owe you an apology for not respecting your space and time to heal! Amen!🌹🌹🌹🌹

    • @gloriawilliams9818
      @gloriawilliams9818 Рік тому +4

      Rickey you can't please everyone,so do the best you can and God will do the rest. People should be more respectful!

    • @dontilisha
      @dontilisha Рік тому +1

      Exactly

    • @jeansmith9187
      @jeansmith9187 Рік тому +4

      Amen leave the men alone

    • @lindawilliams5929
      @lindawilliams5929 Рік тому +1

      No you don't have to explain yourself. Ppl that has sense will understand, praying for you.

    • @LMaRie-zd4xj
      @LMaRie-zd4xj Рік тому

      Preach

  • @60andstled
    @60andstled Рік тому +145

    Take your time. Your real friends will understand. ❤

    • @Inthaknownewsred
      @Inthaknownewsred Рік тому +1

      Amen

    • @pamalabroner4009
      @pamalabroner4009 Рік тому +11

      Rickey, I had a bad muffler in my car and didn't know it....I had just picked up my son from his dad's house it was his 5th birthday I had the cake & ice cream in the truck of my car and when I woke up in the hospital my baby was dead...it took me 3 years to get over it and still to this day it seems like it just happened yesterday...Rickey you will never get over the lost of Brandon but each day, months & years it will get a little easier but you are always going to think about Brandon..Someday's you are going to day dream and just stare off into space and it's okay...that's some of the things that you're going to go through...I'm praying for you and the kids...

    • @barbarapeller
      @barbarapeller Рік тому +3

      That is so true, I know.

    • @tanboyce3218
      @tanboyce3218 Рік тому +2

      ​@@pamalabroner4009 🙏🏽🙏🏽

    • @gemetriastevenson
      @gemetriastevenson Рік тому +2

      Facts

  • @kendalllawless198
    @kendalllawless198 Рік тому +13

    Brandon whispered to Storm “stay with pop pop” and that she did. So what you did was perfect and beautiful for you and Storm. Don’t worry about what other people think. Everyone should understand.❤

  • @Celestiallumineer
    @Celestiallumineer Рік тому +13

    The part about Storm gets me emotional. Her spirit knew something was off.

  • @glendalebess6684
    @glendalebess6684 Рік тому +66

    There is no expiration on grieving. Take it minute by minute, hour by hour, and day by day!! God bless you and your family. I pray God continues to strengthen you 🙏 🙌 ❤️

    • @shirleypowell6768
      @shirleypowell6768 Рік тому +1

      Yes, it's going to get better to except, I would be very wrong to say you will get over this in a matter of time, But you want, it will get easier to talk about. Just don't let people get you down, God has his arms around you and believe me,GOD Loves and Cares for you. But you know that, please let time take care of everything. May God continue to Bless you and your family
      We are all praying for you and your family.

    • @moonsyoungestsun6550
      @moonsyoungestsun6550 Рік тому

      You are so correct. It does not have an expiration date. I hate when people get mad because someone is still "not over" their loss, whether it’s a family member, pet or other traumatic issue.

  • @kiwandahenry6070
    @kiwandahenry6070 Рік тому +132

    Rickey, pls stop explaining yourself. Pls take the time you need. This is a tough one. Praying for you & your family. People need to understand that you need time to grieve. Everyone grieves differently. Losing loved ones can be very difficult. We love you!

  • @drprincessharmonymom9185
    @drprincessharmonymom9185 Рік тому +31

    The fact that you took out time to do this is a clear indication that you're humble and care about others. I am praying for your strength and peace. May God grant you the clarity that you need while processing. Blessings and love to you ❤️

  • @constance.7626
    @constance.7626 Рік тому +12

    That baby felt your soul was hurting and she knew you needed that joy just for that moment ♥️♥️

  • @mrs.atkins3930
    @mrs.atkins3930 Рік тому +64

    This platform allows us to see the real-life issues of celebrity while Ricky is attempting to just make it through a human experience. People seem to want to be near him and that's wonderful. But, quickly become offended when he's not available to them. By doing that they take the focus off being there for him and make it about themselves.
    Behind the persona is a person!

    • @RickeySmileyOfficial
      @RickeySmileyOfficial  Рік тому +33

      RIGHT!! Thank you for getting it!!!!

    • @sonyaellis2059
      @sonyaellis2059 Рік тому +1

      Exactly!!! 🤗🙏💜🌞🌈🙏

    • @tracey4314
      @tracey4314 Рік тому +4

      Ricky, I want to offer you and your family my sincere and deepest condolences. I met you in person for the first time in Tulsa Oklahoma. I’m the one that took the picture of us with my tablet. You joked about charging me for the picture because it was so big.😂 I hope you remember this and it makes you laugh in the midst of this difficult time of grief. I been following you on UA-cam since that encounter. I feel like you’re family Rickey, and not just a famous person. You keep up the good work of being transparent and moving forward in your grief. You’re the only famous person that I know that has been so publicly open and honest about how they feel. You have a good heart Rickey. You’re a man of integrity. It doesn’t get no more real then this. I’m so proud you! You don’t have to let us into your personal life like you have. I thank God for giving you the strength to be transparent in sharing your grief journey publicly. It takes a lot of courage to let yourself be Vulnerable with expressing yourself publicly. There’s no rehearsal for transparency. Your grief isn’t a pre-written script. And for you to give us publicly raw updates are INCREDIBLY! Know this… you are helping a lot of grieving people that are not replying to any of the videos in the comments. I’m one of them.😢 It’s comforting knowing that I’m not going crazy because most of those emotions and actions that you’re experiencing. I have too, and I’m still fighting through the grief. Today I’m ok. I remembered what you said “ ENJOY THOSE GOOD DAYS.” Because Thursday was a bad day for me. I fell apart like a cheap watch. 😅 …I cried from the depth of my SOUL until my eyes were swollen. I was happy that I cried. That was only my second time crying like that since my loss. There’s no pre-written script or schedule for that type of crying. I was on FaceTime with my oldest sister at the time when it hit me. I almost had her on a plane to Tulsa Oklahoma to see about me. It was just that bad. I’m replying to day to encourage you. You’re not alone. Everything, and I mean “EVERYTHING.” You’ve shared from the first video when you got the news about Brandon are “NORMAL.” What you’re feeling and going through is a normal response to this type of grief. How you’re responding to the grief ,and handling the grief, alone with addressing friends and family are also normal. I lost my husband eight weeks ago and this pain definitely hits different. I’m in counseling and being proactive in my grief recovery. Your videos have helped me. Keep letting God use you. Thank you for sharing. I know it’s not easy.

    • @veronicaterrell6083
      @veronicaterrell6083 Рік тому

      Very well said.

  • @kendratate4483
    @kendratate4483 Рік тому +84

    Being a member of the bereaved parent club is no fun. We never get over it we just learn to live with it. Grief has no time limit. Some days are good others are unbearable But God🙏🏾 Praying for you all.

    • @stacysmith9767
      @stacysmith9767 Рік тому +8

      My Dad used to say, you never understand till you walk a mile in someone's shoes. They have NO idea what you are feeling. They haven't lost a child, so they don't know how you feel. They need to give you a break

    • @stacysmith9767
      @stacysmith9767 Рік тому +2

      It does get better. With time it gets better. I promise. You will never get completely over it,but it does get better. Like you said,it hasn't been thirty days yet.Give it time,it gets better. With time,it gets better.

    • @stacysmith9767
      @stacysmith9767 Рік тому +2

      It hard to do your job (comedy)cause ain't a dang thing funny now.Nothing is funny

    • @stacysmith9767
      @stacysmith9767 Рік тому +3

      People think everything is about them.They think they need to coddled.they forget this isn't about them

    • @lisabaker5460
      @lisabaker5460 Рік тому +3

      Jesus it’s a unreal feeling ❤

  • @Yadma2016
    @Yadma2016 Рік тому +29

    I felt this when my mom died. People feel entitled to your time and energy. It ends up becoming about them. Glad you are setting boundaries and protecting yourself Rickey.

  • @sheenalemon8709
    @sheenalemon8709 Рік тому +7

    Rickey, you're still grieving. It's O.K. to say I'm not O.K. When people ask you how you're doing, it's O.K. to say "I'm F'd up today". I guarantee a hug and a prayer, which is what you need, will follow. We love you Rickey, and you're not along during your healing, remember that.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @soniatodd7230
    @soniatodd7230 Рік тому +42

    It’s not about them it’s about you right now. You have to take care of yourself. If they love you and know your heart. They will understand. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @nanaross3598
    @nanaross3598 Рік тому +11

    This is one of the reasons why I don’t want a lot of friends because some people require too much

  • @Listening4n0w
    @Listening4n0w Рік тому +27

    Anyone DISGUSTING enough to make someone's pain about them, you are bottom of the barrel TRASH!!! Any FOOL who is mad can stay mad! Things like that don't deserve an apology! They deserve something else! Praying for you and your family Rickey 🙏🏽

    • @bernadettemckinney9829
      @bernadettemckinney9829 Рік тому +1

      EXACTLY😠PEOPLE DO TO DAMM MUCH FORREAL😔

    • @elisaprodigy240
      @elisaprodigy240 Рік тому +1

      Absolutely, too many people need VALIDATION, Think about it seriously WOULD YOU WANT TO TRADE PLACES ? Becareful with SELFISHNESS.......

  • @tinamariesmith3390
    @tinamariesmith3390 Рік тому +8

    THIS THIS right here broke me down to my core...... When Rickey said NOT ONLY the things I saw that I can't unsee trying to process all of that now having to explain to people I just can't do large groups or call or answer back.... For the people I pray you ask God for direction and just be there but give him space to grief .... LET HIM GRIEF IN HIS OWN WAY JUST BE THERE Just pray.... My heart truly hurt watching this ugh 😭.... I just lost my father 4 days before our birthday I lost my mother when I was 8 this junk hurts ..... Mourning goes in spurts

  • @Pam50315
    @Pam50315 Рік тому +79

    Take a moment to feel. Your feelings are important. If you are doing the best you can, you do not have to explain. Gods got you.
    I’m praying for your friends and family members. Genuine and sincere prayer’s for those who have lost a child.

    • @tenikaleigh7152
      @tenikaleigh7152 Рік тому +3

      Stay off internet Rickey cause it seems to overwhelm you. Ppl are only gonna repeat the same thing.

    • @kells1784
      @kells1784 Рік тому

      ​​​@@tenikaleigh7152 Rickey has said himself venting on his videos has been so helpful for him. He is overwhelmed because of the situation which is understandable. Also people hitting up his phone every 5 minutes is what overwhelms him too, which is what this video is about, not the internet.

    • @tenikaleigh7152
      @tenikaleigh7152 Рік тому

      @@kells1784 I know what this video is about. Rickey isn't the only person who loss someone dear. I know greiving is a part of life just like death. We have to not wallow in grief but go thru it. It's gonna take time. I've lost my parents, watched them suffer and other family members too. Listening to the same thing over and over not gonna help that's why I suggested that to Rickey. I know we all are different but I got tired of hearing ppl saying the same thing. It didn't help

    • @kells1784
      @kells1784 Рік тому

      ​@Tenika Leigh As you just said yourself we are all different, so what maybe annoyed you through your time of grief, might not be the same for Rickey. As I said previously, Rickey has already said numerous times that coming on and venting helps him, so what I'm saying is he should do what helps him through and not what someone else wants him to do. There is no right or wrong in grief.

  • @barbarapeller
    @barbarapeller Рік тому +19

    My mother once told me, she thought the worse pain she had ever felt was when her mother died but when my brother was killed some years later, my mother said, "I can lay down in die, this hurt so bad." My mother almost lost her mind behind the death of her son, so Rickey I see her in your eyes, this pain will never go away, I watched it destroy my mother, right up until the day she passed away. It's a life sentence but there will be good days and then there will be days when you won't know if it's day because the darkness of the pain will overshadow it.

    • @motherof2wifeof18
      @motherof2wifeof18 Рік тому

      God bless you.

    • @patriciaedwards4092
      @patriciaedwards4092 Рік тому

      Blessings my brother...just be by your self and not worry about others right now. If they don't understand so be it. Always have love and condolences.

  • @TheProverbs1
    @TheProverbs1 Рік тому +2

    When you've done all you can, just STAND Rickey💕 praying for peace and comfort .

  • @crystalparker1868
    @crystalparker1868 Рік тому +8

    I love you Rickey❤ You are loved. Take all the time you need to grieve.

  • @jamesjacobs592
    @jamesjacobs592 Рік тому +50

    Hey Ricky. We love you my brother. I pray God continues to give you strength now and forever!! We love you!!❤️

  • @chari001
    @chari001 Рік тому +48

    Hang in there bro, the road gets a little rocky but the house is not built on sinking sand. 🙏🏾💜

    • @BlessdaBillys
      @BlessdaBillys Рік тому

      What sinking sand what the heck you talking about.

  • @d.d.8605
    @d.d.8605 Рік тому +9

    Mr. Smiley please be careful, take care of you and the time you need to sort through this mental anguish. Remember there's only one of you that can only be spread so far. Please know you are loved and appreciated. 🙏🏽

  • @Morkiemom53
    @Morkiemom53 Рік тому +10

    Even elephants & other mammals grieve their dead loved ones. Having experienced so much death, you realize life is short. The grief catches up sometimes with those of us who are able to compartmentalize at the worse possible times in life. I wound up in the hospital after I couldn’t breathe. I was on the phone laughing & felt fine & suddenly I couldn’t breathe. Within 15 mins EMTs were there. You gotta take your own time my brother. People who really love you are not expecting a response. Drop them. Those aren’t friends.

  • @maryjones5959
    @maryjones5959 Рік тому +23

    Hang in there Rickey. The majority of us understand or we should. You are not obligated to apologize to anyone. Take care of you and your family.

  • @motherof2wifeof18
    @motherof2wifeof18 Рік тому +2

    Profound grief is an ugly beast. I am my mother's only daughter and when she passed away, I was completely grief stricken. I disappeared from family and friends for over a year in order to grieve, process, and learn how to live without my mother. Therapy was a MUST! It's been 3yrs, I'm better but I'll be honest, some days I still can't believe momma isn't here. My soul aches for her.
    My prayers are with the entire family 🙏🏾

  • @abenson24
    @abenson24 Рік тому +6

    People are really selfish and expect the one grieving to run marathons for others and cater to feeling. Rickey, you owe an explanation to NO ONE!! I continue to pray for you❤❤

  • @lashawnwright6508
    @lashawnwright6508 Рік тому +13

    My Heart and Prayers are with you Rickey, Never should you have to explain to anyone what you are going through during your time of grief ... Sadly Enough you would think people would understand. Continuing to pray for your strength and peace🙏 Space is so important at this time 🙏 Blessings

  • @morevely
    @morevely Рік тому +22

    People are so insensitive! You shouldn’t have to explain anything.. praying for you Rickey! ❤

  • @raesanai7721
    @raesanai7721 Рік тому +9

    When I tell you. I get the feeling of overbearing i feel that, your trying to learn to exist when a big piece of you is gone. I love you rickey. From a child i watched you go from comic view to now and im proud of you the world is proud of you and we are all praying for you

  • @virginiaallen3618
    @virginiaallen3618 Рік тому +18

    Mr. Smiley. You have been such an inspiration to my Spiritual daughter and I. Her son transition on 7/19/2022 and my dad passed away on 7/17/2022. Her son was only thirty two years old. I attended my Dad's funeral in the morning and her son's funeral that afternon. Grief is strange and you have a way of expressing some of the feelings that we are experiencing. Thank you for sharing this difficult season of your life. We are praying for you.

  • @slm2333
    @slm2333 Рік тому +37

    You are doing the BEST you can and that's ok!! Grieving is a slow heart breaking process. How you feel is your journey, you don't owe anyone anything! Take your time, pray, then do the best you can for that day. Your in my prayers daily. Your transparency is so therapeutic for a lot of people. I'll continue to pray for you daily, here's a virtual hug 🫂! We love you Rickey ❤

    • @lindahines9380
      @lindahines9380 Рік тому +1

      It would be nice if he had a loving
      wife too hold him at night 🌉 that's
      what he need that would be some good therapy!

  • @sharonanne1671
    @sharonanne1671 Рік тому +1

    My mother used to remind me of the story of Daniel in the lions den whenever I was going through rough times. God knows what you all are going thru. He is there beside you, carrying you. Ignore disturbing people & disturbing things & put it out of your mind. Put God first. Let Him handle the people. I know from personal experience He will handle it all. God bless & keep you.

  • @wendychristian3364
    @wendychristian3364 Рік тому +7

    Rickey I am CONTINUOUSLY PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @shayc2668
    @shayc2668 Рік тому +9

    Praying for your strength...true friends and family will understand that you can't take every call, email or text... 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @letitiaharris4661
    @letitiaharris4661 Рік тому +6

    My mom transitioned on July 1st 2022. We were very close she lived with me during her last days from April to July. I made sure that she was comfortable during this time and I literally watched her take her last breath. I had hospice nurses, and family, church members to help me through and with God's help and guidance 🙏 I am still missing my mom. She was 94 and her birthday was January 31st would've turned 95 she had severe dementia and it was a lot to accept "But God" he's still keeping me. So please Rickey take care of yourself love you 😍 ❤ peace ✌

  • @sophiawilliams-pw8qm
    @sophiawilliams-pw8qm Рік тому +10

    Rickey, I’ve experienced this, they won’t understand until they have a turn, unfortunately with death we all get one. Prayers to you and your family. 🙏🏾

  • @MsCarolLee1111
    @MsCarolLee1111 Рік тому +4

    It’s very obvious that you love people. There seem to be many people who lean on you as well. This is a time that they need to understand you get to select what you need and who you need to make it through this. Do what you have to do.

  • @michelleabner9183
    @michelleabner9183 Рік тому +12

    Just let Ricky get rest when his ready to talk to everyone he will . Praying for the family 🙏

  • @jeanettataylor5113
    @jeanettataylor5113 Рік тому +21

    Don't worry about all that.. take care of yourself & your mental health.. prayers for you & family..much love 💕

  • @ajcromwell8696
    @ajcromwell8696 Рік тому +3

    Take as long as you need to grieve. My son passed in September, and life has not been the same. Your posts are helping others understand what a parent can feel while trying to move forward. I have a new normal now. There will always be a missing piece of my heart that no one can fix. I know he is in a better place, but that doesn't take away the fact that I miss him immensely. I'm praying for you and your family.

  • @maryfranceswilliams782
    @maryfranceswilliams782 Рік тому +1

    🎂🍨HAPPY BLESSED 75 YOUNG YEARS, TO YOUR MOM, MR. SMILEY.🎁🎈. MAY YOUR MOM BE BLESSED WITH MANY MANY MORE YEARS.😔🙏👐🙋❤✌🤗

  • @andreastamps
    @andreastamps Рік тому +17

    It’s a roller coaster not a mountain Rickey… Your in my prayers ❤

  • @nuskoololdschool
    @nuskoololdschool Рік тому +3

    LET THEM PEOPLE FEEL ANYWAY THEY WANT TO FEEL. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF RICKEY. LOVE YOU!

  • @cynthiavinson5931
    @cynthiavinson5931 Рік тому +6

    Rickey take your time in healing we Love you God thank you for continuing to give Rickey and his family strength endurance and peace 🙌🏽

  • @dontilisha
    @dontilisha Рік тому +5

    Rickey, me and my mother are praying for you and your family and especially your granddaughter ❤️🙏🏽

  • @speakezi5346
    @speakezi5346 Рік тому +14

    Sometimes it helps to have someone with you at this time.Doing it all by yourself can be a bit difficult.So much to comprehend.🌻

  • @rosenorris5030
    @rosenorris5030 Рік тому +16

    1st let me offer my condolences to you and your family. I just lost my only sibling (brother)a few months ago and I’ve lost my only son @ birth so I know somewhat of what you are going through. You shouldn’t have to apologize for not returning calls and text. I know it’s listed on the back of the program you will acknowledge them at a later date. If they can’t understand that, that’s NOT YOUR PROBLEM!!! God will give you the strength to get through this all!!!🌹😷😘🤗💋🙏🏾😇💔😍🥰❣️

  • @ebonywatson2177
    @ebonywatson2177 Рік тому +1

    We love you,we always will. Sending you Rickey Joy,Strength, rest/peace,more laughter, grace and comfort your way Dear.

  • @SHEENA_SCENE
    @SHEENA_SCENE Рік тому +9

    🙏
    I lost my Dad New Years eve..your videos have been so comforting because you speak what I feel/felt throughout this "bereaving" process. I said people need grief etiquette smh
    Sending prayers frome another griever

  • @nmc2300
    @nmc2300 Рік тому +17

    Your vulnerability and transparency is so much appreciated. We can all stand to learn from you. Take the time that you need. ❤️

  • @connectedtoserve
    @connectedtoserve Рік тому +26

    Hi Rickey. I am so glad you are communicating this way. It's good to know you are pushing through each day. We will continue to support you for as long as it takes. I don't understand why these things happen in life; but, it makes us stronger. Take as long as you need to get back with people. God will send the people you need each day you need support. So glad you are talking about your feelings of grief. It helps all of us. Thank you! You are loved! Still praying. This Too Shall Pass..2 Corinthians 4: 17-18

  • @Shaqlife
    @Shaqlife Рік тому +1

    You are doing the best you can. Focus on you and your kids and grandkids. Hurt and grief last a while it’s no walk in the park.
    People that get mad have internal issues don’t pay them any mind. Those who mean well love you for you and are for you.
    Prayers to you and your family!

  • @patrickthackeray1820
    @patrickthackeray1820 Рік тому +4

    Don’t take away from what you’ve done and your calling is way bigger than someone that doesn’t care about you anyways.
    You have helped so many with reality.

  • @coolmama7745
    @coolmama7745 Рік тому +7

    I am so sorry for your loss! Take one day at a time. Family needs to give you space! Please give Ricky some grace!🙏🙏🥰

  • @quanashort5254
    @quanashort5254 Рік тому +17

    Take it one step at a time praying for you🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @jw4647
    @jw4647 Рік тому +1

    People need to stop putting their expectations on others. The story about his granddaughter made me so full. My mom is an usher with white gloves and they take their role very serious. It can be extremely overwhelming when people keep talking to you and rubbing your back. I can’t take it…no touching and not to much talking. When grieving sometimes you just need space and other times you need a hug. It’s a healing process that takes a lot of time, but God will provide.

  • @allisonbriscoe5124
    @allisonbriscoe5124 Рік тому +5

    I learned when my aunt and my mother died the same day three hours apart,we had a double funeral, that when everything was over,I was numb,confused and lost.But I got on my knees and asked God to come into my heart and take the pain away. Whenever it got bad, I cried and prayed!!!!

  • @everettsingleton4384
    @everettsingleton4384 Рік тому +8

    We are praying for you as you continue to heal.

  • @carolynalexander5793
    @carolynalexander5793 Рік тому +10

    Its hard. I lost my Queen two years ago from covid. It still takes my breath .

  • @krazysexykool44
    @krazysexykool44 Рік тому +18

    Love you Ricky. Just take one day at a time. You can't please everyone.

  • @heatherrichards3103
    @heatherrichards3103 Рік тому +4

    Rickey I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m sorry that you have to explain yourself. Take time for yourself. Sending prayers and hugs from Connecticut 🙏🏽

  • @marciaheadley9933
    @marciaheadley9933 Рік тому +4

    Obviously, you are struggling with your loss, Ricky! We understand. We are praying for you. Take your time. Everyone grieves differently. Be strong. Be blessed. 🙏❤🇯🇲,

    • @arlenalawrence9158
      @arlenalawrence9158 Рік тому

      Im sorry your going through this I’ll continue to pray for you 🙏

  • @jdm2117
    @jdm2117 Рік тому +10

    Take your time Ricky everyone don’t understand until they in your shoes 💜💛

  • @joycetaylor5470
    @joycetaylor5470 Рік тому +4

    Hey Ricky, you just experienced a fresh cut that will heal over time. Stay focused and keep God first. Let that cut develop a scab don’t let no one knock it off. If you bump it and it starts to feel the same way it did before, it’s ok. Over time you’ll see just a scar to remind you of what God has brought you through!!! Keep Shining!!!❤🎤🎬

  • @LadyPsalmist99
    @LadyPsalmist99 Рік тому +10

    It’s really sad that you even have to post this. Unfortunately, it takes something tragic to happen close to them for them to see how it feels. People grieve differently, but at the end of it, we still have to live our lives. Prayers continually for you Rickey. ❤

  • @ivop5744
    @ivop5744 Рік тому +13

    Take your time. Your friends and family will understand. Grieving is truly a process.

  • @chrisneukam
    @chrisneukam Рік тому +5

    I'm gonna sit right here with you. Spill it bud...

  • @sandydrayton6464
    @sandydrayton6464 Рік тому +1

    My little brother died in 2017 and it was so hard 😢 the only advice that I can give to you is take one day at a time and pray go to church and God will help you through the pain 🙏 ❤️ 💔 😢

  • @MiMis8212
    @MiMis8212 Рік тому +6

    Rickey you don't owe any of us a reason. Please take your time and grieve. Your pain is something alot of us will never know. Please take all the time you need 🙏 🙏 💔

  • @abbylamb3440
    @abbylamb3440 Рік тому +11

    Praying for you. There is no timeline on grief.

  • @terucardin150
    @terucardin150 Рік тому +4

    It's going to take time. People don't understand when you lose a child. It's different from losing a parent or grandparent. Grieving is the death of most people. Depression hits differently. Praying for your family . Keep your grandchildren, mom, and kids close.

  • @asayudwhaddameant8346
    @asayudwhaddameant8346 Рік тому

    Lord, have mercy, if God ain't using this beautiful man's testimony of intense pain & anguish to minister healing to me in my own grief. God, PLEASE help and bless his heart, mind, and body.

  • @mildredconley3402
    @mildredconley3402 Рік тому +4

    Rickey, you are doing the best you can as you stated. I’ve been there and understand what you’re saying and going through. May God continue streaming you as you go through. My prayers are with you and family. Take one second at a time my brother.

  • @mariesnow498
    @mariesnow498 Рік тому +5

    Rickey you don't ANYONE an apology or an explanation. Take your time and do what you need to do, everyone's grieving process is different. Praying for you, Brandon's mom Brenda and families.

  • @stephaniebrodie5743
    @stephaniebrodie5743 Рік тому +7

    You shouldn’t feel guilty about how you feel. No explanation needed. You have to take care of yourself first. ❤

  • @babybabyj1980
    @babybabyj1980 Рік тому +2

    Praying for you and your family. Block those people because if they can't understand your grief then they don't need to be in your life.

  • @quinbourgeois5271
    @quinbourgeois5271 Рік тому

    I remember when my brother died, we lost our mother to depression for 6 months. Our dad, aunt's & friends had to step in to help take care of us. Praying for you & praise God for keeping you at this time.

  • @dorothyward3234
    @dorothyward3234 Рік тому +10

    Everyone should understand that you have a lot going on right now. Love you, may the Lord keep blessing you.

    • @stacysmith9767
      @stacysmith9767 Рік тому

      Come on down here , visit FL. The weather has been nice here the last few days.the temp had been in the mid 80's.The weather forecast is for the same for the next few weeks

  • @rellisjones760
    @rellisjones760 Рік тому +3

    I know how you feel. I lost my only son a year ago suddenly, and the pain is unbearable. It's a whole different feeling when you lose a child. That pain 💔. It is much different than losing my mom and dad. I struggle to this day. I pray for you as I pray for myself. God bless..

  • @beverlywalker5408
    @beverlywalker5408 Рік тому +3

    I pray you didn’t hurt yourself more when you shouted. I pray God give you and Brandon’s family strength.

  • @helenwise8628
    @helenwise8628 Рік тому +1

    Rickey, Please keep doing the best that you can do. My Love, Prayers and Blessings for you and your family.

  • @christalgriffin8248
    @christalgriffin8248 Рік тому +5

    Continue to keep you and your family lifted in prayer.

  • @lyndathomas8165
    @lyndathomas8165 Рік тому +5

    Man, really please let Ricky take some time to gather himself. I just loss two nieces and I tell you they were like my daughters, so I can only imagine what my two sisters are feeling. Just 3 months apart..ya'll this ain't easy. Give him a break and some space. Call, text, just leave a message and let it be. Just be there for him when he's ready.

  • @sharontheone7807
    @sharontheone7807 Рік тому

    Please, Rickey, just BE! DO NOT allow ANYBODY to interfere with YOUR grief! Take your time! If they do not understand, they don't understand! God speed! Love you!🙏

  • @teresaclounch6492
    @teresaclounch6492 Рік тому +5

    Mr. Smiley, you should not have to explain yourself to anyone. I will continue to pray for you and everyone in your family. Smiling and doing your work while feeling such a deep loss, is not known to everyone. It is only known to you. My heart breaks for you.

  • @Msladyallday
    @Msladyallday Рік тому +3

    Continue to do what you need to heal. Love ya Rickey. God continue to strengthen & comfort you I pray💙🙏

  • @annbryant1676
    @annbryant1676 Рік тому +8

    My Sincere Condolences go out to you Rickey. My son suffers from Anxiety and Depression. His name is Brandon and he is 20. I couldn't and can't imagine what you're going through. Thank You for being vulnerable enough to speak with us about what you are going through. Much Love and Respect!

  • @yvonnedelories4780
    @yvonnedelories4780 Рік тому

    Overbearing = laying over/on me like a bear not allowing me to breeeeathe!!
    People please give Rickey his time and space! If you love him like you say you do pray for him, respect him for what he needs!!

  • @Lilrdh3
    @Lilrdh3 Рік тому +1

    People who really and truly love you need, “NO EXPLANATION”! It breaks my heart seeing you trying to explain and reason with people that evidently think more highly of themselves than they should. All I can say to them is keep living! Grief, is exhausting and can be relentless. Praying for you, Brother.🕊

  • @brandyfuller3787
    @brandyfuller3787 Рік тому +10

    Rickey, you don't have to explain anything to anyone. Your true friends will understand what you are going through. Until they walk a mile in your shoes they will never understand. Like you said you can't fully grieve because you're trying to be strong for all your love ones especially your children. Take your time do you put the rest in God's hands. I'm continuing to pray for you and your family 🙏🙏. I'm so sorry that you are having to deal with some people foolishness while you are grieving.

    • @shirley9209
      @shirley9209 Рік тому

      He seems like he want to explain, then he get gets upset with people I'm sure he hasn't forgotten his famous, so what do you expect people to do, so don't be so well like and thought of and you won't have his problem.

  • @mahaliacallaway6419
    @mahaliacallaway6419 Рік тому +3

    Continue to do the best you can, Ricky. Grief does not have an expiration date. I'm praying for you 🙏🏽.

  • @motherJ
    @motherJ Рік тому +1

    I watch you everyday and gain strength from you. I understand both of my sons were killed in a car accident & my husband passed Sunday. Grief has no time limit because we all grieve differently. You will never know how much you are inspiring, helping others through your pain. Just found out last night my 29 yr old has been molested by family members since kindergarten. The pain & situation is so real & ONLY God, therapy & time heals. All I could do was hold her, cry with her, apologize for not knowing and asked her to forgive me for not protecting her. You don’t know me but I pray for you every day.

  • @marypointer62
    @marypointer62 Рік тому +1

    It hurts me that people don’t want to let you and your family grieve in peace. I’m praying for you and your family during this difficult time. ❤🙏🏽

  • @pastorsheronda
    @pastorsheronda Рік тому +2

    My Heart Bleeds For You Brother.
    I Lost My Daughter Back In 1986 And I Know What You Feel.....😭
    You'll Always Be In My Prayers❣️🙏

  • @gloriaelerby2913
    @gloriaelerby2913 Рік тому +8

    You don’t have to apologize or explain anything to anyone. If anyone knows anything about grief, then they understand. I can’t say that I know your pain because I don’t. The closest I have come to what you might be going through is the tragic loss of my granddaughter a couple of days after her birthday. Keep taking it moment by moment and day by day. Sometimes work is your saving grace where you aren’t just sitting in your pain. It comes and goes. All I can say is feel what you’re feeling and take care of yourself and your family. This is a club that no one wants to be a part of but you handle it the best you can. And don’t worry about what people may expect from you or think how you should handle everything. My heart breaks for you. One day it’ll get a little more bearable.