First Time Back in the Garden & How We're Making It After Losing Matt's Mother

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  • @CelebratingAppalachia
    @CelebratingAppalachia  11 місяців тому +6

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  • @michellebryant4730
    @michellebryant4730 Рік тому +161

    Losing a parent is so hard, but knowing that their not suffering and with the Lord, helps a lot. Daddy can't come back to our family, but we can go to him. Sending our heartfelt sympathy to your family. When my Daddy died I heard an expression I remember to this day, Earth's loss is heavens gain. It's not goodbye, but goodnight see you in the morning 🙏✝️♥️

    • @maryjemison1101
      @maryjemison1101 Рік тому +6

      Looking my Parents 😥Saddest day of my life

    • @debhall6776
      @debhall6776 Рік тому +3

      God Bless you all! So sorry to hear about Matt's Mom! My prayers are with you with your family

    • @Angel43920
      @Angel43920 Рік тому

      Your garden is so beautiful and tomatoes are so tall . Blessings from God . 🙏❤️🤗 . Matt , you and twins my condolences to you all and his family . Tell granny to take care of herself and extend my sympathy to her as well . I'm sure she loved Miss Cindy also . You'll have a good day tomorrow . 🙏

    • @BlancheMurray-h9q
      @BlancheMurray-h9q Рік тому +2

      SAINT John's Wort is very invasive. I would plant it in a large pot!

    • @ellenthompson8143
      @ellenthompson8143 Рік тому +3

      Praying for Strength and Comfort as you lay your Mother, Miss Cindy to Rest Tomorrow, and all the Days that Follow! Love and Prayers for your Entire Family!!

  • @Roadtaken-fi1cd
    @Roadtaken-fi1cd Рік тому +63

    Dear Matt, Tipper, Corie and Katie- I’m sending you all the biggest hug I can. 💕

  • @bellesmom238
    @bellesmom238 Рік тому +3

    Y’all have been in my thoughts and prayers for awhile now. My daddy died with lung cancer, as a matter of fact it will be one year he has been gone on the 27th. He also suffered, wasted away to a fraction of the man he once was. I watched my hero go from the toughest man I know to the very weakest. He would tell us he was so sorry when we had to help take him to the bathroom, he would say I never wanted my girls to take care of me. It was just my mom, and my sister ,and me. He lost all his pride and dignity BUT one thing he never lost was his faith and the night before he went into the coma state he was in ,he was praising the Lord. I too thank God for hospice and the sweet nurses that were with us and cared about Daddy. Honestly your channel and the things that you said around Christmas is what helped me get through the holidays. You have no idea the impact y’all have on everyone that watches you. You helped me get through one of the darkest times of my life. Your love for family and the Lord was such an inspiration. I wish I could do the same for y’all ,but I can pray for you and trust the Lord for your peace and comfort. Thank you for letting us be a part of your family. (((Hugs)))

    • @CelebratingAppalachia
      @CelebratingAppalachia  Рік тому +2

      Bless you!! I'm so sorry you lost him and that he suffered! Thank you for the kind words about us-so glad you enjoy what we do!!!

  • @norencenelson8111
    @norencenelson8111 Рік тому +25

    You have been missed by many, Tipper. I'm sure that Miss Cindy will be missed for a long time to come. She raised a great son and a solid citizen. His compassion and kindness to others and his sense of responsibility toward his family is exemplary. If one leaves a legacy of such children, they've made a great contribution to society. The values that she imparted to Matt are being passed on to Katie and Corie. You all will be in my thoughts tomorrow. May your warm memories of Miss Cindy give solace to you all.

  • @archisalvage
    @archisalvage Рік тому +65

    My wife and I enjoy watching you from NSW Australia. Our condolences on your loss. We have both lost parents in the last two years. Gardening provides excellent therapy.

  • @AuntMaryNC
    @AuntMaryNC Рік тому +20

    What a good daughter in law you've been, Tipper. You fulfill the 5th commandment with loving care. After you lay Miss Cindy to rest tomorrow, it will be your time to rest and see to your own needs. You will all be stronger on the shoulders of the ones who came before.

  • @ramonahierholzer3163
    @ramonahierholzer3163 Рік тому +40

    So so happy to see your smiles! Your beautiful Ms Cindy has for sure left behind an amazing legacy!!! To know that she had a "difficult childhood", and to see the photographs of her that depict nothing short of a classic American beauty, shows how strong of a spirit she truly had. 🙏❤️ You remain in my prayers.

  • @lpatti10
    @lpatti10 Рік тому +2

    29:27 “That’s just what you do.” Those are some wise words, Mr. Matt! I wish more people still held such high morals!

  • @lrus225
    @lrus225 Рік тому +9

    My mother was from Kentucky and died 4 years ago tragically of pancreatic cancer at 84 years old. I don't hear southern accents much since I live California now, so I love listening to you guys talk. It reminds me of my grandma and my mother gardening, cooking, talking, making simple delicious food. My mom made cornbread with bacon grease, and the best fried chicken. I loved the green onions, tomatoes and cucumbers and lemonade for Sunday suppers. Plus the desserts. Thank you for producing this great channel!

  • @benitastevens612
    @benitastevens612 10 місяців тому +1

    Listening to this video again can see so much love. Thank you for sharing . This makes us all stronger in our faith. May good Bless you.

  • @darbydelane4588
    @darbydelane4588 Рік тому +22

    Thanks for “stepping back in the garden,” sitting on the bench, and sharing with us out loud. What a gift. Get some rest, Tipper and Matt. Let the small stuff go for now.

  • @benitastevens612
    @benitastevens612 9 місяців тому +1

    You all have precious girls and I do too. We have 3 daughters, so, so, precious. Since we are having so much problems with knees and me with a bad foot, they are having our yard mowed for us this year. Prayers for the whole family the Lord will guide you through all your needs…love you all if you were my family.

  • @janetmoss-s4o
    @janetmoss-s4o Рік тому +30

    I lost my mama 4 1/2 years ago. It's something you never get over. The fresh grief lessens through time but it will always be there. Continued prayers 🙏

  • @TheDurnans
    @TheDurnans Рік тому +10

    Look at the pride in Matt's eyes when he speaks about his daughters caring for their grandmother. You both can be very proud of instilling the love of God and family into your children. My wife and I have 7 kids and the world has gotten to many of them despite our best efforts. Our community isn't as tight-knit as your mountain community, though I wish that it were. Ours is very rural. Our closest Walmart is 45 minutes away, but so few go to church around here anymore that it's sad. I hope the 'south' never loses it's reputation for church-going people. I've seen far too many kids go to church, get confirmed, then disappear. It's so sad.

  • @jackiegammon6854
    @jackiegammon6854 Рік тому +29

    One day at a time. Even after things seem to calm down, you'll still feel like you are on a roller coaster of emotion for some time. Prayers for grace, comfort and peace for you all.

  • @pamelacrowell2007
    @pamelacrowell2007 Рік тому +9

    So sorry Ms Cindy has passed. She is now walking in heaven whole, healthy and strong. ❤️

  • @gail2297
    @gail2297 Рік тому +4

    Tipper, it was a very compassionate thing you did when you told Miss Cindy even if she didn't remember you, you would still be there. It brought on tears. My mother fought cancer and also had Alzheimers. She lived with it about 7 years. She did forget who I was by name, but every time I was with her I could tell by the look in her eyes that she knew who I was. I will be praying for your family.

  • @benitastevens612
    @benitastevens612 7 місяців тому +1

    My mother picked wild doc & dandaline, and always had kale, mustard and collard greens…she would always cook the early wild greens with her home grown greens . Now that was a feast on the first picking of wild greens…we always had cornbread, soup bean, fried potatoes, peach cobbler. To drink it was ice koolaide, milk, and hot coffee. We would have this on a Friday evening.yum.

  • @debbinielson534
    @debbinielson534 Рік тому +30

    I am so sorry. Sending hugs and condolences to you, Matt, the girls, and all who loved her.

    • @CelebratingAppalachia
      @CelebratingAppalachia  Рік тому +5

      Thank you 😊

    • @bonnieingraham6147
      @bonnieingraham6147 Рік тому +4

      So sorry for your loss! Miss Cindy was a special lady.
      Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon her. Amen ❤

  • @Psalmonetwentyone
    @Psalmonetwentyone Рік тому +24

    I'm so sorry for your loss and continue to pray for your family! Tipper, you're the first person who ever described the waiting and watching the loss of a loved one the way I felt it. I know you are experiencing loss, but you've helped me heal a bit with the loss of my Dad. I watched him lay in hospice for 9 days thinking, "will this never end?" I didn't want him to die, but he was so ready to go home. It's difficult because you don't know what they know, hear, fell, etc. You also feel this tug to grieve but you feel held back because they are still here. It's such a hard place to be in. I understand what you're saying and thank you for saying it! Prayers and love!

  • @juliayoung537
    @juliayoung537 Рік тому +54

    Please tell me he gets his first tomato sandwich 😊 Love y'all and everyone is still in my prayers!🙏

    • @CelebratingAppalachia
      @CelebratingAppalachia  Рік тому +10

      He sure will 😀 thank you!

    • @tinabartlett6079
      @tinabartlett6079 Рік тому +6

      Yall that is the sweetest way to bury her! My heart melts, love you all so much. Crying for you all❤❤😢

    • @loripretti843
      @loripretti843 Рік тому +4

      I am so so sorry for your loss!!! I will be sending a check for you!!! Do what you need to do with it!!! You all are still in my thoughts and prayers every day!!! God Bless you all!!!

    • @elizabethclark275
      @elizabethclark275 Рік тому +9

      You are an amazing family. To quiet my mind I turn to your videos. I am so sorry for your loss but rejoicing in the fact that Ms Cindy has made it home. Prayers for all.

    • @CelebratingAppalachia
      @CelebratingAppalachia  Рік тому +2

      @@loripretti843 Bless you!! No need to send money 😀

  • @jessiereyes6646
    @jessiereyes6646 Рік тому +2

    Dear Pressely family, Please accept this heartfelt condolence on the loss of your Ms Cindy. Thank you for sharing your lives with us, thank you for sharing your recipes. You all are good people. God Bless You. ❤

  • @richardallen6080
    @richardallen6080 Рік тому +4

    “I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories.” And it warmed my heart to see both of you again at the homestead! Thank You Tipper and Matt

  • @wandastevens3183
    @wandastevens3183 Рік тому +2

    Like Ms Cindy would say she’s sorry for y’all having to do things for her…my sweet Granny would do the same thing, saying she’s so sorry for me having to wash her and change her up like a Baby, but she couldn’t stand those adult diapers…so I started getting her Depends ,and she loved her pull ups, she loved to help me pull them up because she missed her underwear so much…I told her she didn’t have to apologize to me for anything,… that she raised me and now it’s my turn to help her… oh how I miss my Granny Allen & Grandaddy Allen 😢😢…❤❤

  • @gloriajackson2021
    @gloriajackson2021 Рік тому +34

    I planted some Mississippi pink eyes yesterday because ya'll said you loved them so much. I am growing Cherokee purple tomatoes this year for the first time. I just love you guys. I'm so very sorry for the loss of Miss Cindy. I can't imagine the joy she is feeling being in the presence of God. I lost my mom almost 6 years ago. We shared the same birthday! My prayers are with you all.

    • @CelebratingAppalachia
      @CelebratingAppalachia  Рік тому +3

      Thank you! I'm so sorry you lost your sweet mother! I hope you like the peas 😀

  • @swoodhaus
    @swoodhaus Рік тому +19

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts and memories of Miss Cindy's terrible sickness and passing. I don't know why, but I really appreciate it. I feel so sad for your family.
    Your comments that you and Matt said about Corie and Katie going through this will help them as a person and help them in the future is so true.
    Proud for the garden being so "lush" as Matt said. Bounty is next!
    Thank you so much for sharing Tipper!

  • @Sandra-qt4wr
    @Sandra-qt4wr Рік тому +33

    Matt and Tipper you all have been in my prayers. Sending hugs and love to all. 🙏🏻❤️

  • @maryjoeckenrode7307
    @maryjoeckenrode7307 Рік тому +17

    Y’all have raised some fine children, you should be so very proud of them.🙏🏻❤️

  • @nancywright3327
    @nancywright3327 Рік тому +16

    Sorry for the loss of Ms. Cindy. That was such a quick process. Her picture with her obituary was so beautiful. I could see the girls in her. May God give you peace as only He can. Enjoy your videos.

  • @mekinzisilvey1995
    @mekinzisilvey1995 Рік тому +1

    Matt's joke about the breathalyzer cracked me up. I've always loved that even in the midst of the intense grief that comes with losing a loved one, we somehow still have room in our hearts and minds for joy and humor. And how lovely for Miss Cindy to be laid to rest so close to Pap, just so special. Keeping y'all in my heart and wishing you peace during this time ❤

  • @christinag40216
    @christinag40216 Рік тому +8

    Tipper and Matt, I don't usually comment on videos. Sometimes I will leave an emoji such as this ❤. Today I felt compelled to leave a comment and let you know how peaceful and relaxing I find your videos. I watch your videos so much, I feel like you all are family. I'm so very sorry about Miss Cindy. I worry about the sadness you must be feeling. Matt I wanted to tell you please don't forget to take care of yourself, Miss Cindy would definitely be upset if you didn't. I see the stress in your voice and in your appearance for both of you. So please take the time to heal yourselves and not worry about your videos. Your "family" will still be here just as you told Miss Cindy.

  • @OkieJammer2736
    @OkieJammer2736 Рік тому +2

    ⚘ How wonderful to be remembered with smiles and stories by friends and family with wet eyes...

  • @SuperBamamama
    @SuperBamamama Рік тому +4

    Matt your mother was so precious, heaven must be rejoicing to have her home.

  • @benitastevens612
    @benitastevens612 9 місяців тому +1

    We use a lot of herbs…I have sage, thyme, parsley, chives, garlic chives, rosemary, curry is so good on chicken. I dry them and use all winter.

  • @lissahenry6751
    @lissahenry6751 Рік тому +16

    Your pain is so very heartfelt by all of us. It is so very hard to go through something as hard as this. I am caring for my 95 year old aunt and I moved up to Virginia from South Texas in order to do so. It’s hard Tipper, so, so hard. You draw strength from each other and God will continue to guide you.❤

  • @cindyharbert553
    @cindyharbert553 Рік тому +2

    Dear Pressley Family, I am so sorry for the loss of Ms. Cindy. I know you all loved her dearly & will miss her greatly. Just hold the precious memories you each have of her close & in so doing, you will keep a part of her alive in your hearts. When we do this, our loved ones never truly die! God bless you, each & every one.❤🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @cynthiapate9138
    @cynthiapate9138 Рік тому +3

    I love what Matt said, “You do what you have to do.”
    May God’s Love surround you all.

  • @cindyjames4201
    @cindyjames4201 Рік тому +3

    So sorry for your family's huge loss. Lost my mother 2 years ago. I thank the good Lord we will see our loved ones again! God bless you all.

  • @grekiely6245
    @grekiely6245 Рік тому +11

    Thanks Tipper and Matt, for your loving and heartfelt tributes for Miss Cindy, your Family's love and support is amazing. Sad times like these can be overwhelming and exhausting. Our God Bless and keep you all in His comfort.

  • @pamelaglefke5899
    @pamelaglefke5899 Рік тому

    I just watched Pap and Paul sing. What a Blessing that you came from such an awesome family. You your husband, your girls and Granny are such a joy to watch. My Dad passed at age 42, I was 20. I always wonder how great it would have been for my daughter and grand kids to have known him. As a believer, I know he, my Mom, my Brother, and Grandma are resting in Peace, with no sadness, no pain, no hunger and no thirst. At leat thats what I pray for in my daiky prayers. I also ask our Lord and Savior and Almighty God to Grant them Memory Eternal and for forgiveness of sins. We are Russian Orthodox and all of ou famiky have been brought up in the Orthdox Church, since my GG and Papa came from Russia in 1913. I feel very Blessed to have worshipped with so many elderly people, it really humbles you. Prayers for you, your husband, the girls and your family. May God Grant Miss Cindy Eternal Memory and forgive her sins. Rest in peace Miss Cindy. fyi I am born and raised in Michigan. 🙏💜🙏

  • @Diane_Phoenix
    @Diane_Phoenix Рік тому +10

    Welcome back Matt and Tipper. So very sorry for Miss Cindys home going. Many prayers for Gods comfort.❤

  • @jsellick6468
    @jsellick6468 4 місяці тому

    Dear Tipper,
    Here it is September 2024, and I’m rewatching the video of Miss Cindy’s passing last summer. You’re such a special person that I never tire of watching and listening to you. You’ve been one of the biggest blessings in my life during this past year! THANK YOU! Your deep faith shines through in everything you do and say, and I love that about you! You don’t “preach” your faith…….you “live” it. Please know you’re so very appreciated and dearly loved!
    Love and blessings, Jackie🪷

  • @Scout-bt3mo
    @Scout-bt3mo Рік тому +26

    We had an amazing hailstorm this afternoon! We think we may have lost our blueberries though. You have my condolences on the loss of Miss Cindy. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you and your family.

    • @CelebratingAppalachia
      @CelebratingAppalachia  Рік тому +5

      Thank you! I hope it didn’t get all of them.

    • @kathyloomis3107
      @kathyloomis3107 Рік тому +3

      I am so sorry for Miss Cindy’s passing. It is hard to say sorry when she is in the presence of Jesus! The sadness is for y’all. You have such beautiful memories of her it will help in sad times to come.🙏✝️🙏✝️🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @Scout-bt3mo
      @Scout-bt3mo Рік тому

      @@CelebratingAppalachia My husband said they are okay. We have a blueberry farm. It used to be a pick-your-own, but insurance made it to where it was no longer cost effective. Now we pick the berries and sell them at a farmers' market. I'm glad the berries are ok.

  • @jnancy-pants3957
    @jnancy-pants3957 Рік тому

    Y'all have me crying. Sitting eatting a popcicle talking about your memories and and the past few weeks😢 My mom died suddenly at 63. That was over 20 years ago. I am now 60. Life is just too short. Hope they are having a good time in heaven!! Thank you for sharing.

  • @larlar8580
    @larlar8580 Рік тому +9

    I’m glad to see that Matt hasn’t lost his sense of humor…reminding Tipper of the breathalyzer 😂 God bless you and keep you through this Matt. I love the garden…but popsicle time under the trees with you two, is my favorite - just like family. My heart and prayers are with you and for you all, as you wrestle with this dichotomy of feelings after an earthly event like this. 💔

  • @breathless8075
    @breathless8075 Рік тому

    Whenever the Silver Cord doth part, The SOUL Instantly Goes back to the Father who Created You and Loves You.

  • @rolandpinette9946
    @rolandpinette9946 Рік тому +6

    Monday will be an emotional day. May you all take solace in knowing He had mercy on Miss Cindy and that y'all did everything you could to support her and show her love. No regrets.

  • @Lisasandiego1
    @Lisasandiego1 Рік тому +6

    I can sure see the stress on Tippers face. She has been through alot. Matt is a strong man & deals with loss the way strong men do. God bless you both and comfort you.❤❤❤

  • @stevieray7203
    @stevieray7203 Рік тому +13

    So sorry for you all at the loss of Ms. Cindy. I will rejoice she is now in the arms of the Lord and pray for you all to manage the grief with His help 💛🙏🏻

    • @vernareed2692
      @vernareed2692 Рік тому +1

      @stevieray yes she has run her race, and knowing she has trusted God, loving Him, can give loved ones hope,peace!

    • @stevieray7203
      @stevieray7203 Рік тому +1

      To lose your dear friend on top of things…I am so sorry💛

    • @CelebratingAppalachia
      @CelebratingAppalachia  Рік тому

      Thank you!!

  • @pamelacrowell2007
    @pamelacrowell2007 Рік тому +1

    A funeral is for the living. We need the ritual to help in the grieving process and we need to share our love and sorrow with others. I've always felt it was selfish of the sick to say they didn't want anything. I just don't know what I would have done if I'd honored by husband's wish to just be buried, no service. His mother needed that ritual and the ones he grew up around wanted to pay their respects to his family and mine, our friends wanted the same. We need that fellowship to start our heart to heal.

  • @mnmistandformyflag7020
    @mnmistandformyflag7020 Рік тому +11

    My deepest condolences for your loss . Wishing you all the best .

  • @KimOpperman
    @KimOpperman Рік тому

    Your family is becoming one of my absolute top favorite UA-cam channels.
    So many channels intentionally ( or not) incorporate drama into their episodes, because they believe it will create more views. Some of them use Clickbait to get you to tune in.
    I love that your channel doesn’t try to do anything except be yourselves and share your daily lives. It just feels like sitting on the front porch with old friends. Thanks for sharing your journey with all of us.
    Again, I am sorry for your loss of Ms Cindy. One would never have guessed by the way she carried herself with decorum, grace and class, that she ever struggled with anything in life. That speaks volumes about her character, and that she was able to transcend those hardships.
    That is a witness and testimony, for all of us that have gone through troubled water, to keep swimming, and not let it be the thing that defines you.
    God bless you.

  • @sharonlesley901
    @sharonlesley901 Рік тому +6

    So sorry about Miss Cindys passing. Keeping your family in thoughts and prayers.

  • @klb374money
    @klb374money Рік тому +5

    I went to a memorial service today for a dear friend. Cancer. I can see the sadness in both of your eyes. Grief is the price we pay for love. Bless you all. Sending love and prayers.

  • @EMBERS-BECAME-BRIGHT-JOY
    @EMBERS-BECAME-BRIGHT-JOY Рік тому +6

    I didn't realize, Miss Cindy has already left us behind. Hugs and prayers to you all, and CONGRATULATIONS to you Miss Cindy ❤️

  • @OkieJammer2736
    @OkieJammer2736 Рік тому +1

    Whew... We're definitely into Summer here in Oklahoma ... bugs, skeeters, heat and humidity. Enjoy your cool temps for us too, y'all!

  • @colleen1770
    @colleen1770 Рік тому +5

    Your daughters are magnificent young women. I have such respect for you all.

  • @lutherpayne9957
    @lutherpayne9957 Рік тому

    I lost my father 17 years ago in March and there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about him every time I see a Cardinal. Our loved ones are always with us, just on the other side of a closed door. One fine morning we will all pass through that door and oh my, what a joyous day that will be to see all our loved ones again. And I agree that the Hospice folks are such a great blessing to us when we are the caregivers to a loved one that is preparing to leave this mortal coil for their heavenly home. I don't know what I would have done without them.
    May the Lord our God wrap you in his eternal love and grant you the peace that only He can give.

  • @lisab3th
    @lisab3th Рік тому +12

    You have my deepest condolences on the loss of Miss Cindy. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.

  • @rondahoward5341
    @rondahoward5341 Рік тому

    In our church cemetery, my father, grandfather, members and deacons of the church would take turns each week to tend to the cemetery and it was arranged on a calendar.
    We are still thinking of y’all and know that the girls’ faith will grow from this so that they can pass on to your grandchildren (Tipper and Matt, they are WONDERFUL!) .
    I can’t wait for y’all to turn that page!
    We love ya!
    God bless!

  • @loveinthematrix
    @loveinthematrix Рік тому +5

    Tipper, you are an angel. Beautiful spirit. God bless your family

  • @deewinston5651
    @deewinston5651 Рік тому

    Well bless Miss Cindy. She is free of that ole cancer and hurting body. Thankful that she’s at rest and now may the Lord wrap his loving arms around you all. In my 74 years, I’ve had to say goodbye see you soon, to so many. The hardest was my Mother. Although I wouldn’t want her to be here in her broken body I am so thankful to the Lord Jesus that one day i will be able to hug her neck and ask her to show me all around heaven. I’m praying for your grieving hearts. Thank you for coming on and sharing with us. Much love to all!🥲❤️✝️🙏

  • @debbiewebb9558
    @debbiewebb9558 Рік тому +13

    Sorry for your loss. Lost my mom 3 years ago, still miss her. Prayers and time helps.😊

  • @lisawood2548
    @lisawood2548 Рік тому

    When my parents and brother passed away, each time my parents pastor would remind us that, “Grief is the last act of love we have to give to those we loved. Where there was deep grief, there was great love.” Prayers and hugs for you all.
    Watching your video today has me feeling selfish and wanting my parents and brother back with us.

  • @terimoore1789
    @terimoore1789 Рік тому +3

    Y’all have raised wonderful girls. It is hard now , but they will treasure the last days with their grandmother. It is a privilege to comfort a soul in their final hours. God Bless your family. 🙏🏻

  • @celticfiddle7605
    @celticfiddle7605 Рік тому

    I visited an elderly neighbor who has nice sized garden in front of her house. It is an enchanting garden full of vegetables, herbs, and flowers of all kinds. The garden stole my heart and I can't wait to visit her again.

  • @donnawv
    @donnawv Рік тому +5

    So very sorry to hear of Miss Cindy’s passing. Thursday was a sad day for me as well. My dad passed away at age 87. His cancer came back and it was very sudden. ❤He will be laid to rest this Friday. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!

    • @CelebratingAppalachia
      @CelebratingAppalachia  Рік тому +3

      Bless you! I'm so sorry you lost him!! I will be praying for you and your family!!

  • @kellyfazekas7831
    @kellyfazekas7831 Рік тому

    There's nothing like country folks for kindness.

  • @melanierodgers4264
    @melanierodgers4264 Рік тому +6

    All of your plants look healthy and beautiful! My sympathies and prayers for the passing of Miss Cindy.

  • @nancypatterson868
    @nancypatterson868 Рік тому

    My son died from cancer when he was 40 years old. I know what you mean about seeming like it takes a long time. I literally watched him breathe for 2 days and nights before he took his last breathe. Seemed like it took weeks. Praying for you guys. May the memories flood you mind and bring you peace.

  • @janetsherwood7210
    @janetsherwood7210 Рік тому +9

    You are ALL such good souls. You are a blessing to me. To so many others by watching and seeing your Faith & way of life( in action) Thank you for that. Love & hugs for you all.♥️🌹♥️✝️

  • @jsmith317
    @jsmith317 4 місяці тому

    I watched this right when you put it up, but it was recommended to me again by UA-cam. So, while I'm waiting for something, I went ahead and watched it again now. What beautiful attitudes of thankfulness to God and reliance upon Him. Thank you. It was an encouragement today. May our lives be filled with His grace so that we may give glory to Him in our circumstances, too.

  • @lynnhutto7671
    @lynnhutto7671 Рік тому +4

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us during this difficult time . I know it wasn’t an easy video for either of you. My Heart goes out to all of you during this time. You are all in my prayers. Also so sorry to hear about your friend.

  • @orsie200
    @orsie200 Рік тому

    Matt, you were very kind to help Mr. Roper with his water.

  • @keeptrying5962
    @keeptrying5962 Рік тому +2

    Stoic. Miss Cindy seemed stoic in her approach to what came. So dignified! I admire her very much. God bless you all. Thinking of you today as you lay her to rest, and praying for you. 🙌🏼 🕊 💞 P.s. What a beautiful choice for her resting place, remembering it from videos past. THANK YOU all and God bless you all.

  • @brendajaques1290
    @brendajaques1290 Рік тому +1

    Tipper, Matt, Katy and Corey, so sorry for your loss. Thank you for your sharing all times with your family, the good and the bad. You have no idea how what you say touches and encourages others. You are such good people, so honest, kind, thoughtful and very sincere. I don’t listen every day to you but when I do I always get something out of your videos. Thank you for all you do! I love your cookbook Tipper! God be with you all at this time of sorrow. I know he is with you!

  • @Crowbar_772
    @Crowbar_772 Рік тому

    Praying for peace and comfort for all of you. I buried my dad at 24 from cancer and mom at 34 also from cancer. They're home in their glorified bodies with Father God!

  • @brendastajkowski502
    @brendastajkowski502 Рік тому +8

    It is nice to see you back Popsicle twins. The garden is coming along and you will be eating the reward for all your hard work. I am sure gardening is therapeutic as well. Enjoy being back.

  • @ChrisAlred-mn5if
    @ChrisAlred-mn5if Рік тому

    We lost our beautiful daughter-in-love almost 5 years ago in a tragic car accident, she was 35 years old and was married to our son for 7 months and 29 days. The picture I remember most was when she threw her arms up in our living room and said "I love God". The pain has eased but I am always 1 country song away from a complete melt down. My prayers are with you all. Our wonderful Father is still in control and He loves us all. God Bless. ❤❤❤

    • @CelebratingAppalachia
      @CelebratingAppalachia  Рік тому

      I'm so sorry! What an amazing testimony! Thank you for sharing her story!!

  • @judyhead4595
    @judyhead4595 Рік тому +4

    Our deepest sympathies for Matt and this entire family in losing Miss Cindy. Your faith will be of great comfort during this difficult time. We’re thinking of y’all and praying for everyone. 🙏🙏🙏 Mike and Judy

  • @collins5038
    @collins5038 Рік тому

    I am so sorry for the loss of a woman that was so loved. So many people (if they are willing to be honest) wish they had a family like yours. May God continue to comfort you during this difficult time.

  • @shirleywilliams7027
    @shirleywilliams7027 Рік тому +4

    God bless you and your family let Matt know how sorry I am for for his loss I understand I lost my mom when she was 43 you all take care of yourself now and again my thoughts and prayers are with you all

  • @michaelgamache8379
    @michaelgamache8379 Рік тому

    This is Diane, Mikes wife and we are of course so sorry to hear about Miss Cindy. Mikes uncle Archie passed away in May very quickly once his lung cancer went to his brain. Once you guys announced her cancer had gone to her brain I knew she wouldn’t last long, but certainly didn’t want to tell you guys that. It’s a blessing when they become comatose and then pass since there’s nothing that can be done. We did the same with handling his pain and having hospice. Sounds so familiar. It’s so hard when we get to this age and our friends and family start aging and pass away. We really feel a kinship with you folks and so very much enjoy your videos. We look forward to each new one and have learned a lot that we’ve incorporated into our own gardening. Stay strong and faithful. It makes a difference!

  • @paulaestes567
    @paulaestes567 Рік тому +3

    Matt and Tipper, thank you for taking the time to post this video. You all are just so precious, you're sweet family are all in my prayers, God bless and comfort each of you as only He can in this time of grief. ❤️🙏

  • @dodalton1
    @dodalton1 Рік тому

    I didn't know how much I really needed to hear someone talk about the experience of watching a loved one die. I lost my sister 2 years ago. I went home to help out my mom who was her caregiver and she quickly declined while I was there. I was able to show her how much I loved her. I fed her her last meal. It felt strange because she was my big sister, but I just wanted her to feel how much I loved her. We couldn't have a funeral or memorial because it was during the pandemic. I don't talk about my grief because I think it can't compare to my parents' grief. Listening to you really helped. I cried a bit and it was a relief. Sending your family love and light.

  • @wandagordon6453
    @wandagordon6453 Рік тому +5

    Continuing to remember y’all in our prayers. We mentioned your family in church this morning. Don’t worry about any of us leaving. I don’t think you could run us off with a broom! 😀 Your garden is looking great. I’m also looking forward to my first tomato sandwich! Take care and get some rest. May the Lord bless your sweet and precious family! 😀❤️

    • @alannagilmore8982
      @alannagilmore8982 Рік тому

      Nope couldn’t run me off!! 😂 I love ‘em too much!!

  • @robinsnell7249
    @robinsnell7249 Рік тому +2

    Matt and Tipper I'm so very sorry for your loss. I had the honor to be with my Mama when she passed. I am grateful you all were with Miss Cindy. We know she is with Jesus and is totally healed. My prayers are with you all. So good to see you in your garden. 💕

  • @leighflorkevich9916
    @leighflorkevich9916 Рік тому +4

    Sending love and prayers to all of you. Miss Cindy is in the presence of the Lord and one day we'll be reunited with all those we loved that went before us. It's not really goodbye, it's just we'll see you after while! 💕🙏

  • @teriturkett1
    @teriturkett1 Рік тому +1

    Tipper and Matt, it was good to see y'all today. I see your strength and your faith, but I see your sadness too. I shed tears when your voice broke Tipper. Please know that we will all be here and rewatching videos until you feel like making new ones. I just want you to take care of yourselves and each other. I have been through this and know the toll it takes on loved ones as we are caregivers. I wish I could just reach through the screen and hug all of you. Y'all continue to be in my prayers and on Monday I will be lifting each of you up throughout the day. Y'all are such a precious family. May God Bless you!🙏🏻❣🙏🏻

  • @allyson5712
    @allyson5712 Рік тому +3

    Please accept our sincere condolences, y’all will continue to be in our prayers 🙏❤️

  • @7upToday
    @7upToday Рік тому

    Wow, Thanks for honoring Ken Roper. I went & subscribed to the BlindPigAndTheAcorn & gladly enjoyed reading
    Ken Ropers writings, you had highlighted.Makes me wish I could have known him, he seemed like a great good hearted, life loving, Appalachian Mountain man, that probably never meet a stranger, as in taking a liking to everyone.
    You can see in his writings he definitely loved his roots, with his mountain raising. Especially loved the line who wrote .... :
    After just 10 days my green beans have busted through summer lifting their seed just like they scored a touchdown .hahaha, that's exactly what a fresh risen bean plant looks as it breaks the ground with the bean seed at the top of the plant. You can tell this guy has a great sense of humor, that everyone would love. Can't wait to start reading more of the Blind Pig and Acorn.😁👍

  • @CathyHendrix1
    @CathyHendrix1 Рік тому +4

    I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Miss Cindy. I so enjoyed the video where she shows how she does her ham. I will always be using her method for any ham I cook. Absolutely the best ever. Know that ya'll are in my heart and prayers.

    • @people_watcher
      @people_watcher Рік тому

      I haven't seen that one . I will need to go find it.

    • @hereigns7221
      @hereigns7221 Рік тому

      That video is where I grew so fond of miss Cindy also. She struck me as such a classy and elegant woman way back then.

  • @jsmith317
    @jsmith317 Рік тому

    The price of great love is great grief. True. I still sorely miss my Dad, decades later. So beautiful how much you love each other.

  • @pamelab5480
    @pamelab5480 Рік тому

    Glad to see you back in the garden! Losing a parent gains a saint in heaven. God bless y’all!

  • @CALT5995
    @CALT5995 Рік тому

    I lost my parents many years ago. My mom's been gone for almost 15 years now and my dad has been gone for 10 years. There are many times that I think of my parents and miss them. You are right, Tipper, grieving is forever, but we have the memories forever.
    Another hard loss for us was when my nephew died in a car crash a couple of years ago at the age of 25 - my sister's only child.
    I'm praying for God's comfort for all of you.

  • @karenwelborn2114
    @karenwelborn2114 Рік тому +1

    So sorry to hear about Ms. Cindy's passing. May God hold you all in His comforting arms. Prayers & love for you all - .

  • @robinhaupt9119
    @robinhaupt9119 2 місяці тому

    Watched this again and since my own mother died 3 weeks ago, it holds a different meaning. Thank you Tipper and Matt.

  • @elijahgrindstaff9561
    @elijahgrindstaff9561 Рік тому

    I was caretaker for both my grandpa’s and my granny. They all died within 4 years of each other. I was at their bedside when each of them passed. It’s the hardest times of my life. I still live with some of the moments of those times. It’s hard, very hard. I know y’all don’t know me from Adam, but I love y’all and I’m praying for all of you.

  • @givhansbear
    @givhansbear Рік тому +1

    My cousin Frankie Roper grew up on red marble road in Topton also Carroll Roper.