My Dad felt like he was 25 when sitting or laying down. But when he got up & tried to work his 92 year old body let him down. He was a proud man, not in a bad way, just a man who had always done for others. Having to ask for help, hurt him deeply. He gave his knowledge & experience till the day he died at 93. He marked up changes needed on our new home blueprint the day he died. Those prints are framed & on the wall in my office, with is corrections & changes on every page & in the margins. His calculation check formulas for cement yards, # of sticks of lumber sizes, footage of electrical wire & gages. Are all there & correct. He died planning for the future & taking care of his family. Such a cherished memory from 2003. Feels like yesterday. The Wheel of Time Keeps Turning. Retire in 2025. Still feel 25 too but realize there are things I cannot do to now. Getting older sucks. But we keep putting one foot in-front of the other, until we don’t. Hope I am a good man? Like my Dad taught me to be.
Touched my heart. My Dad owned his own construction business, and I've owned mine the last 24 years. Learned everything from that man, he was the hardest working man I've ever known. He was my best friend. He passed in 2020 at 82. I miss him every day. The best we can hope for is to be the men our Fathers wanted us to be.
That's the truth , I look back at my grandparents, teaching me to look after myself , cook , clean , garden for veg , fix things within your ability or hire someone who can , speak the truth and shame the devil . Stand on your own two feet .
My grandfather was in the airforce he was a Genius did everything right in life and married the perfect woman my grandma. They were the best people I’ve ever had I miss them more than anything I lost my dad recently from a heart attack I miss him more I wish I could ask more about life but I’ve got UA-cam and my family’s brain I think I’ll do alright.
What a precious 95 year old man. He looks good his age. He's a little slow, but sharp as a tack. You could learn more from him than a lifetime of living. Still smoking yet throws his butt in the burn pile. God bless our elders. They come from a time when the word "integrity" had meaning.
Probably had cataract surgery like most elderly. . don’t need glasses after that for distance, everyone needs reading glasses around 50, no one escapes that .
We all miss brother Ralph. But he is home with his beautiful Wife. Where they can be together. Singing and Praising GOD. Thank you so very much John for everything you do.
Scott, you are a very compassionate man to share your time with Ralph. I’m sure Ralph has shared so many things with you that are priceless, he is a treasure. God bless you both.
If I ever see John on Big A Mountain Virginia I'll be a Happy Man.. As a young man I lived on Norris Lake in Campbell County... I Love what you do to keep our Appalachian tradition alive God Speed Good Sir
God's creations are so beautiful, they will make you cry..Today is 10-08-2024 and I have cried more this past week than I have in a long time, my heart breaks for everyone's loss from this storm Helene. Lord we need you more than ever in Jesus name ,amen. yes softshell turtle is good fried..
My boss's dad, he's 92, asked me if I thought he needed to stop smoking...lol I told him no, he needed to do whatever he wanted to if it makes him happy. Time will get him long before those cigarettes will.
RIP Mr Ralph! You were truly my favorite from this channel and i wish i could have met you, we need more men like Ralph. What Ralph says at the 45 second mark is soooo true as we know too.
I was born in them hills we moved to Oklahoma when I was 1 1/2 my Dad was the only one out of 15 kids that moved 9 are still living he will be 83 this April and he is next to the youngest must be something in those mountain streams … I love going back to visit it’s so beautiful!!!
It was Very Nice for John 🥰 to go pick up the older gentleman and take him for a bite to eat. I’m a **dedicated FOODIE** and if anyone ever wants to get in my Good Graces, they can do so pretty quick by feeding me a deLicious pLate of SouL Food (i.e. corn bread, collards, fried chicken, Mac n Cheese, potato SaLad, fried turkey legs, etc) YUM 😋
John what a wonderful memorial to Ralph showing this video. It touched my heart to see the picture of Ralph and his wife meeting for the first time. thank you John and God Bless.
Thanks again, John! Ain't seen Ralph in some time! What a great guy! I know this is an older video, but so good to spend time with ya'll again! Hope things are safe on your side, brother. Best channel, EVER!!!!!
We really him so much. I'm sure his daughter's miss him, God bless Ralph's girl's and family qnd friends. Thanks to John for sharing that amazing story, we learned about truth caring and Love. We loved this story more than the reat but all are great and you John do a great job filming them and all your hard work show's.
I started following a few months ago when i saw the video of the Country Porch store in Muddy Pond Tennessee. Mr. Ralph reminds me of my late fathers grandpop that used to give me and my sister candy every Sunday we visited. Him and my dad would sit and shoot the breeze and smoke cigars. I miss those days. Thank you for making these videos Mr. Ward. I will keep watching over and over.
Thank you for sharing❤️❤️. He reminds me of my Dad....he was 98 yrs old.....he passed away on Oct 12th 2024. I miss my Dad very much❤️🙏. Thank you God bless you
Thank you for this touching video. I never had a grandpa growing up, it was wonderful to watch you interact and appreciate him with the history & stories he shared.
Ripley Mississippi is where they have all those sales from auctions I think and they have crafts there that people make I’ve never been but my cousin and her husband would go up there every year
I've seen a lot of stuff on UA-cam over the last 20 years, and this might be one of my favourite videos. The fall colours of the trees, the way you all talk, the slow and purposeful pace. Places named '____ Hollow' 😁 There's a real charm to it. Thank you for sharing. Certain things about Ralph remind me of my grandma (85) whose born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. So far away but I guess all "country folks" have a lot in common. I've never been out of Canada, but one day I really hope to experience a little genuine comfort from your neck of the woods. ❤
Great video. Enjoy seeing and hearing from Ralph. Nice old Suzuki there John. Shame Suzuki pulled out of North America. We have a '12 Suzuki SX4 , it has been a very good car, it has been passed down from kid to kid in my family.
I have a niece that lives in Williamsport Tennessee and her mom had a antique store in Columbia Tennessee and she had everything in her store and she went to auctions in Franklin Tennessee and I loved to go with her
John I hope you made it through the hurricane okay and I was wondering if the Madison Dry goods and the Briggs Restaurant was infected by the hurricane
I live in rural Minnesota my neighbor on the farm adjacent to us was 86 years old lived on the land his whole life. He would come visit every Saturday no matter what. He would tell stories of the past about our property and his own. He sadly perished in a fire this spring. I will forever miss the time I had with him and the knowledge I gained.
Man this makes me miss my grandpa, he was born in 1927 he died in 09' but man I miss him, he taught me a lot I cherish the time I did get to spend with him for that I am blessed.
My Dad felt like he was 25 when sitting or laying down. But when he got up & tried to work his 92 year old body let him down.
He was a proud man, not in a bad way, just a man who had always done for others.
Having to ask for help, hurt him deeply. He gave his knowledge & experience till the day he died at 93.
He marked up changes needed on our new home blueprint the day he died. Those prints are framed & on the wall in my office, with is corrections & changes on every page & in the margins. His calculation check formulas for cement yards, # of sticks of lumber sizes, footage of electrical wire & gages. Are all there & correct.
He died planning for the future & taking care of his family.
Such a cherished memory from 2003. Feels like yesterday.
The Wheel of Time Keeps Turning.
Retire in 2025.
Still feel 25 too but realize there are things I cannot do to now.
Getting older sucks.
But we keep putting one foot in-front of the other, until we don’t.
Hope I am a good man?
Like my Dad taught me to be.
Touched my heart. My Dad owned his own construction business, and I've owned mine the last 24 years. Learned everything from that man, he was the hardest working man I've ever known. He was my best friend. He passed in 2020 at 82. I miss him every day. The best we can hope for is to be the men our Fathers wanted us to be.
Amen , great story. Best men I've been around were older men. They worked hard and never complained... At least the good ones
Sounds like your on your way!!!
That generation was my rock and inspiration growing up.... Man i miss em ..
I feel the same way.
He would be same age as my dad.Gosh I miss him enjoy him ❤❤
I know exactly what you mean❤
That's the truth , I look back at my grandparents, teaching me to look after myself , cook , clean , garden for veg , fix things within your ability or hire someone who can , speak the truth and shame the devil . Stand on your own two feet .
My grandfather was in the airforce he was a Genius did everything right in life and married the perfect woman my grandma. They were the best people I’ve ever had I miss them more than anything I lost my dad recently from a heart attack I miss him more I wish I could ask more about life but I’ve got UA-cam and my family’s brain I think I’ll do alright.
My grandma is 97 get around and sharp memory .Very Thankful she is still with us .
What a precious 95 year old man. He looks good his age. He's a little slow, but sharp as a tack. You could learn more from him than a lifetime of living. Still smoking yet throws his butt in the burn pile. God bless our elders. They come from a time when the word "integrity" had meaning.
I agree. He was an interesting man to spend time with. Thanks for watching!
Lol. But he's not slow for 95:)
97 yr old
He's 97, not 95
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So glad he didn't have to live through this horrible hurricane. God is good. Thanks for sharing!
You men made this old man's day!
That man is my uncle I had, I miss him more than anything in this world! He loved me, and taught me how to be a man
Sure miss Ralph and his stories. May he rest in peace
That generation right there was was the toughest and strongest still kicking and smoking at 97! 🔥
I love the elderly, they have so many stories to tell, I was a caregiver for many years till I got disabled.😊❤🙏🏼
Smokes no glasses, God bless you old man !❤️🇺🇸
Probably had cataract surgery like most elderly. . don’t need glasses after that for distance, everyone needs reading glasses around 50, no one escapes that .
We all miss brother Ralph. But he is home with his beautiful Wife. Where they can be together. Singing and Praising GOD. Thank you so very much John for everything you do.
We all need to take the time to talk to old folks. It will make their day and you will learn a lot.
Thank you so much. This is my first time watching one of your videos and it blessed me so very much. GOD bless you
You are welcome! God Bless you as well.
I am 59 yrs old and love to hear stories from our elders. That is some beautiful country ! God bless .
Thank you for the videos showing good ole country folks and these beautiful hills.
I am 82 and hope I can do that at 97 .God bless
Scott, you are a very compassionate man to share your time with Ralph. I’m sure Ralph has shared so many things with you that are priceless, he is a treasure. God bless you both.
That was one of the finest videos I ever watched.
Pretty country. Rolling hills. Houses tucked way back in. Interesting!
If I ever see John on Big A Mountain Virginia I'll be a Happy Man.. As a young man I lived on Norris Lake in Campbell County... I Love what you do to keep our Appalachian tradition alive God Speed Good Sir
I have lived in Campbell County my entire life..Thank you for the comment... John Ward
Big a mountain Virginia is we’re I’m at now
Hi John
You truly are so kind. Very nice and kind and respectful to the elderly and to all people
God's creations are so beautiful, they will make you cry..Today is 10-08-2024 and I have cried more this past week than I have in a long time, my heart breaks for everyone's loss from this storm Helene. Lord we need you more than ever in Jesus name ,amen. yes softshell turtle is good fried..
Amen we need the Lord Jesus everyday
I've been crying since the antichrist was elected president. The world is ending.
Everyday !!
97 and still smoking 🚬 thank God for people like him
Smoking kills.Don't you know 😂. Hahaha. Or maybe it increases testosterone and thats more dangerous to certain people lol
Those things will get him someday…
Bob hope and George burns smoked and drank everyday yet lived forever.
My boss's dad, he's 92, asked me if I thought he needed to stop smoking...lol I told him no, he needed to do whatever he wanted to if it makes him happy. Time will get him long before those cigarettes will.
We will ban cigarettes to protect children from chemicals yet it is illegal to grow a tobacco plant in your garden as a natural pest repellent.
RIP Mr Ralph! You were truly my favorite from this channel and i wish i could have met you, we need more men like Ralph. What Ralph says at the 45 second mark is soooo true as we know too.
Such a beautiful place o live.
I miss seeing Ralph!😊😊😊
Hey John Loved the series with good ole Ralph may he R.I.P
You can't get any more good Ole country folk as this! I'm from rural Georgia and I feel at home watching this@
What a treasure, such wonderful memories. Sure can appreciate the good times. He has full, clear mind. ❤
I was born in them hills we moved to Oklahoma when I was 1 1/2 my Dad was the only one out of 15 kids that moved 9 are still living he will be 83 this April and he is next to the youngest must be something in those mountain streams … I love going back to visit it’s so beautiful!!!
Rest in Peace dear man 🙏🏼♥️
Aww, what a beautiful man he was! 🙏 Prayers up for all of Dixie! 🙏
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It was Very Nice for John 🥰 to go pick up the older gentleman and take him for a bite to eat. I’m a **dedicated FOODIE** and if anyone ever wants to get in my Good Graces, they can do so pretty quick by feeding me a deLicious pLate of SouL Food (i.e. corn bread, collards, fried chicken, Mac n Cheese, potato SaLad, fried turkey legs, etc) YUM 😋
Love these stories
Great American gentlemen
This is nice to see this again with Ralph and listening to him as well
as seeing the beautiful Tennessee countryside thanks John.👍☕🇺🇲
Ralph was a good friend of my grandfather. Ran a small general store with his wife that his father had started years before. Such a good good man.
LOVE LOVE LOVE! THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! THIS KIND OF CONTENT IS SO APPRECIATED & ABSOLUTELY LOVED!! ♥️❣️❤️❣️♥️❣️❤️❣️♥️❣️❤️
Looking fantastic. God bless his heart. ❤ love the video. We could all take lessons.
Bless his heart!Salt of the Earth!
I absolutely love these videos. Thank you for sharing.
Glad you like them!
I did this for my mother. You are brilliant and it's the BEST thing you will ever do! Fam is everything, I think.❤
He's a book of American history. Thanks for sharing your visit with him.
It's beautiful there.
John what a wonderful memorial to Ralph showing this video. It touched my heart to see the picture of Ralph and his wife meeting for the first time. thank you John and God Bless.
It was so nice of you to take him whether he wanted to or not😊 once he was out he enjoyed it. Thank you again ❤
Thanks again, John! Ain't seen Ralph in some time! What a great guy! I know this is an older video, but so good to spend time with ya'll again! Hope things are safe on your side, brother. Best channel, EVER!!!!!
He’s been a blessed man
We really him so much. I'm sure his daughter's miss him, God bless Ralph's girl's and family qnd friends.
Thanks to John for sharing that amazing story, we learned about truth caring and Love. We loved this story more than the reat but all are great and you John do a great job filming them and all your hard work show's.
Yes, thank you
I started following a few months ago when i saw the video of the Country Porch store in Muddy Pond Tennessee. Mr. Ralph reminds me of my late fathers grandpop that used to give me and my sister candy every Sunday we visited. Him and my dad would sit and shoot the breeze and smoke cigars. I miss those days. Thank you for making these videos Mr. Ward. I will keep watching over and over.
Dang it John........smiles and tears all at the same time.
Thank you for sharing❤️❤️. He reminds me of my Dad....he was 98 yrs old.....he passed away on Oct 12th 2024. I miss my Dad very much❤️🙏. Thank you God bless you
Love the old time stories and thank you for sharing.
Dam I miss them days, ya'll just brought me back home to West Virginia! Thank-ye!
Thank you for this touching video. I never had a grandpa growing up, it was wonderful to watch you interact and appreciate him with the history & stories he shared.
It's a beautiful thing what you did with Ralph going back and reminiscing.Showing the picture where he met his wife was wonderful!
Life is but a vapor. Its over before we know it. It was a great ride wasnt it!?
A man of knowledge!
Lord I love your videos Frank is just like my papawa
I just love hearing the stories!!! Takes me back to when my grandpa was alive, he always imparted some wisdom!!!!
My aunt Iowa turned 97 in June. She has some back problems but still does her day to day. This man is like my family. Love this!
This just warms my heart!! love Ralph and his wisdom! Definitely needed this today, thank you. Prayers and hugs❤️
Beautiful work and great job documenting the generations that are still respecting and supporting each other 🩷
Sure does bring back memories, every bit of it. Thank you kindly
I miss seeing ole Ralph. Great memories. Love Ralph. ❤❤ From Ripley Mississippi ❤❤
Ripley Mississippi is where they have all those sales from auctions I think and they have crafts there that people make I’ve never been but my cousin and her husband would go up there every year
Excellent video - Thanks!
I've seen a lot of stuff on UA-cam over the last 20 years, and this might be one of my favourite videos.
The fall colours of the trees, the way you all talk, the slow and purposeful pace. Places named '____ Hollow' 😁 There's a real charm to it. Thank you for sharing.
Certain things about Ralph remind me of my grandma (85) whose born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. So far away but I guess all "country folks" have a lot in common. I've never been out of Canada, but one day I really hope to experience a little genuine comfort from your neck of the woods. ❤
God Bless Yall I Pray im As in Good a Shape as Ralph when im 97
I loved watching Ralph and you John!❤
Great video. Enjoy seeing and hearing from Ralph. Nice old Suzuki there John. Shame Suzuki pulled out of North America. We have a '12 Suzuki SX4 , it has been a very good car, it has been passed down from kid to kid in my family.
We miss you Ralph!! I loved his stories, he told it like it was. He didn't cut any mustard when talking!
Hello from San Diego, Ca. I just subscribed to the channel. I love this video. lol had me busting up laughing . God bless Ralph. He is one of a kind,
Thank you John ,Jesus sure has Wonderful friends and family members Heaven Rest in Peace Mr.Ralph
My dad always said gettin old weren't so bad when you consider the alternative, he enjoyed life!
This is my country,from southwest Virginia..
Reminds me of of mrmories of my dad thanks so verry mouch god bless you john✝️🛐☮️💗
I live in East Tennessee. We just got our first taste of fall last night. Got a little cool.
I have a niece that lives in Williamsport Tennessee and her mom had a antique store in Columbia Tennessee and she had everything in her store and she went to auctions in Franklin Tennessee and I loved to go with her
Miss you Ralph.❤
What a stunning part of the world.
That’s a good one.
One of the best vids I’ve seen brother👍🏻
God bless him for this age 97 still have perfect memory 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Miss that legend
Beautiful Backcountry makes you live longer
He done seen a lot of living. That was really good..
Oh how I miss your adventures with him, such a wonderful man❤. Loved seeing this
John I hope you made it through the hurricane okay and I was wondering if the Madison Dry goods and the Briggs Restaurant was infected by the hurricane
I’m hoping the same as I’m sure alot of folks are praying all you folks made it through the hurricane unscathed 🙏
I was wondering if he had iternet Was hoping to see a video here to see 😢 worried til then But Praying for All his Family and Friends 🧡
Pops is awesome 👌. Thank you for sharing. God bless 🙌
I live in rural Minnesota my neighbor on the farm adjacent to us was 86 years old lived on the land his whole life. He would come visit every Saturday no matter what. He would tell stories of the past about our property and his own. He sadly perished in a fire this spring. I will forever miss the time I had with him and the knowledge I gained.
Good man love listening to him
My Uncle Bob down on the farm had that same tractor. I remember brush hoggin' in the summer with that thing!
Man this makes me miss my grandpa, he was born in 1927 he died in 09' but man I miss him, he taught me a lot I cherish the time I did get to spend with him for that I am blessed.
That is a good man.
He is too precious! Thanks for sharing 🥰
GOOD DEAL much respect for this u guys have fun on that run
Respect! 🙂
Hi John
You truly are so kind. Very nice and kind and respectful to the elderly and to all people
Thanks for the comment. Where do you watch my videos from?
I'm watching from SC 🙏
@@theappalachianchannel
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Long Island, New York
OREGON ❤😊
I’m from central Mississippi and I love listening to the old folks and the stories they tell
You sure won’t find people this good in the north. Hope they all stay there.
Some nice... Kinburn Ontario Canada.
Awesome sharp as a tack