Lost my Wife to Cancer: Turned to Wildlife for help

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  • Опубліковано 30 лис 2024

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  • @ashoksharma8927
    @ashoksharma8927 Місяць тому

    I too had gone into depression after losing my wife to cancer in June 2023, my children consulted a psychologist, sold my business and left me in the jungle around birds with a camera in my hands, currently I have come out of depression and now I have fallen in love with wildlife photography and forests.

  • @bruceholmes4006
    @bruceholmes4006 11 місяців тому +1

    Derek,
    First my sincere condolences to you and your family. I can relate in some ways as I lost my wife to Alzheimer's disease just over 3 years ago. I picked up a camera to take wildlife photos as a means to cope. Nature, Time, and Patience are the 3 great healers. I wish you the very best and stay strong.

  • @colinfwalters
    @colinfwalters 11 місяців тому +1

    Derek I feel so sorry for your tragic loss. I wish you all the best as you rebuild your life.

  • @helenrepacholi9997
    @helenrepacholi9997 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing your personal story Derek. I am glad being out in nature, helps you with your healing.

  • @Gleebi
    @Gleebi 11 місяців тому +2

    Hi Derek. Very sorry to hear about your wife's passing. Life sure can be cruel, but what I can say is keep making your videos. I always watch them regardless if you are talking rubbish or not 😜. Keeping busy is the key. Best of luck mate

  • @davidjloveland3673
    @davidjloveland3673 11 місяців тому +1

    So sorry to hear about your sad news. Being out and about with you your camera and possitve vibes will get you through the pain. Time is a healer no matter how long it takes. ❤

  • @bethsemane69930
    @bethsemane69930 11 місяців тому +2

    derek, i’m so so sorry. she’s beautiful. cannot even imagine the shock you must feel. it’s very impressive that you’re able to talk about this, but i hope it helps, even a little bit. when i’ve experienced loss in the past i’ve found myself hesitant to do anything that brings me comfort, like i should feel bad for even thinking of anything other than my grief, but you just have to sometimes. and it’s very good to do so. i’m glad you’re able to do this and my thoughts are with you and your family. 💙

  • @pillarofdavidson
    @pillarofdavidson 11 місяців тому

    My sincere condolences to yourself and your family, Derek.

  • @annebellion677
    @annebellion677 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for sharing, Derek. We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Shocked to hear of Deb's passing. Keep strong and let time and nature heal. Lovely to hear your kids are so supportive - two great parents!! Sending love and hope to catch you out there! Anne & Greg

    • @DerekHilton
      @DerekHilton  11 місяців тому

      Hi Anne
      Thanks , a hug for you and Greg . See you on the trail .
      Cheers Derek

  • @cherylponter2419
    @cherylponter2419 11 місяців тому

    My heartfelt condolences Derek. I’m sure being out in nature will help you cope, just one day at a time.

  • @judyblionphotography172
    @judyblionphotography172 11 місяців тому

    May your photography journey in your happy place help to ease the mind. Truly so sorry for your loss, she will be smiling over you.

  • @rinohals
    @rinohals 11 місяців тому

    I'm so sorry for your loss Derek. My condolences to you and your family.

  • @AnandExplores
    @AnandExplores 11 місяців тому +7

    So sorry for your loss! My condolences. Stay strong, your photography not only helps you but heals others as well. 🙏🏽

  • @uaebifvideo5472
    @uaebifvideo5472 11 місяців тому

    Sorry for your loss!! This is life,Derek!! Stay strong ,wishing you all the best!!.

  • @julieholland9639
    @julieholland9639 11 місяців тому +1

    I am so sorry to hear this and really feel for you, I have some idea what its like as I have a sister with stage 4 cancer and its been a crap road to travel. I cant imagine losing my Hubby. So glad you have your children and grandchildren there. Grandies really are a blessing. I'm sure being out in nature is a tonic and I look forward to your future videos. Take care of and be kind to yourself.

  • @johnhynd8037
    @johnhynd8037 11 місяців тому

    So very sorry for your loss, we first met at Winton wetlands and we talked about our partners, mine recovered from stage 4 cancer ,it's a very hard journey and I destress by getting out to the wetlands and it does help ,take care my friend .

  • @TrailerYacht
    @TrailerYacht 11 місяців тому

    Terrible news Derek. Truly sorry to hear the news. Our deepest sympathies.

  • @stevemartin239
    @stevemartin239 11 місяців тому

    Oh Derek. Im so so sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathies to you & your family. Stray strong mate. 🙏

  • @rebelwithano
    @rebelwithano 11 місяців тому

    I’m sorry to hear this. Stay strong. Know that there are people in this UA-cam community that care for you. I wish you the best.

  • @studioslaper4795
    @studioslaper4795 11 місяців тому

    My condolences. Take your time to give ita place. Always like your videos, keep at it when you have time.

  • @christinemedina1640
    @christinemedina1640 11 місяців тому

    So Sorry for your loss 🙏prayers coming your way.

  • @timdonahoe838
    @timdonahoe838 11 місяців тому

    Sorry about your loss Derek.

  • @sheilaghbolt3601
    @sheilaghbolt3601 11 місяців тому

    So sorry to hear your news Derek 💚to you and your family

  • @BoorneWild
    @BoorneWild 11 місяців тому

    Always here if you need a chat mate. Thanks for sharing with us and always taking us on your Antechinus adventures.

  • @Womble1252
    @Womble1252 11 місяців тому

    So sorry for your loss Derek❤

  • @m.azzettiphotography
    @m.azzettiphotography 11 місяців тому

    I live on the other side of the world and I can't do anything other than offer you my condolences

  • @CJoy076
    @CJoy076 5 місяців тому

    I'm so sorry Derek.

  • @sjsent4553
    @sjsent4553 11 місяців тому

    My condolences to you and your family

  • @GoldCoastHinterlandWildlife
    @GoldCoastHinterlandWildlife 11 місяців тому

    Ohh Derek i'm so sorry to hear 😪 Nature is truly very healing, in many ways it will help you get through and heal, but the reason for why it is very healing is not what you think. Truly the Hand of God is reflected in creation, nature itself feels very much like a personality whom you can interact with, thats because it is, because God made it for us.

  • @X-RAY-CAT
    @X-RAY-CAT 11 місяців тому

    Sorry for your loss ❤ Joshua hilton

  • @forced_perspective
    @forced_perspective 11 місяців тому

    Not sure how this popped up in my feed but sorry for your loss. Cannot begin to imagine such a loss but at least you got some beautiful photography to keep your mind a little occupied

  • @aussieguy261
    @aussieguy261 11 місяців тому

    Hang In there Mate God Bless

  • @davidcannon2464
    @davidcannon2464 11 місяців тому +1

    Deepest condolences to you and the family my friend.

  • @smurgy99
    @smurgy99 11 місяців тому

    So sorry to hear this news. We wish you and all your family the best at what must be an extremely difficult time.

  • @b.2221
    @b.2221 11 місяців тому

    Don’t know you from Adam Sir, but my heart goes out to you for your loss. What makes it tougher for you is the time of the year ,good luck and God bless you Sir.

  • @edselharrison
    @edselharrison 11 місяців тому

    I'm very sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort in this time.

  • @Rave-agent
    @Rave-agent 11 місяців тому

    Sorry to hear about your loss. Time in your office will heal the hurt.

  • @ShaneAllwood1
    @ShaneAllwood1 11 місяців тому

    So sad to hear your news, my heart goes to you and your family...I hope you can continue to find solace with the wildlife that you love to help fill the void

  • @heilandgunner
    @heilandgunner 11 місяців тому +1

    So sorry to hear this, Derek. I can't imagine what you're going through, but I do know that getting away into nature to do some photography does clear your head. It certainly helps me de-stress. Love your channel and hope you find the strength to carry on with what you love.

  • @stevenw2003
    @stevenw2003 11 місяців тому +1

    cancer is a bitch my mother in law pass away 22-12-2023 my wife went out for a walk today with her camera to clear head sorry for your lost take care from lisa steve from plymouth uk

  • @andrewlstout
    @andrewlstout 11 місяців тому

    Condolences Derek. Words are never enough, but the family, the office(s) and a new project will all help in time.

  • @suzannebarker8066
    @suzannebarker8066 11 місяців тому

    Condolences to you Derek. Life can be so bloody cruel. Look after yourself and keep your children and grandchildren close to your heart. ❤️ ❤

  • @ChristianKatja
    @ChristianKatja 11 місяців тому

    I'm so sorry for your loss 😔

  • @RSafay
    @RSafay 11 місяців тому

    I, like all these other people from all over the world share in your grief.

  • @jimilipi5493
    @jimilipi5493 11 місяців тому

    Ainsi va la vie, qui finit un jour
    On perd ses amis, et aussi ses amours ❤

  • @Womble1252
    @Womble1252 11 місяців тому

    Hi again Derek are you one day planning on writing a book about your study and finding re the yellow footed antechinus ? I live in the Castlemaine area and a book specifically on this critter would be snapped up by all the enviro groups and members across the region 👍
    Ps if you want to film/photograph a family of phascogales, reach out. You'll see some cam trap rough vids on my 'channel' (8 joeys w/mum)....

    • @DerekHilton
      @DerekHilton  11 місяців тому +1

      Hi Womble
      Yes I am planning on writing a book on the Yellow footed Antechinus , once I under stand all aspects of their behavior . That could take some years . But I now enough to writing a children's book on them. So I have to see how this year pans out .
      I haven't worked for over two months , while I looked after my wife, so from tomorrow I will have to put in a lot of hour's in to make up for my time away from work. so I cannot come up to see you and the phascogales for some time , but send me an email with your details and I might see if later in the year I can come up . My email address you can find in my about page on my channel .
      Cheers Derek

    • @Womble1252
      @Womble1252 11 місяців тому

      I understand, no problem & will do, cheers, Joel

  • @EpameinondasNature
    @EpameinondasNature 11 місяців тому

    i am sorry for your loss... i have a question i want to make food recipes in the nature what camera you suggest me to buy for good quality video with a budget of 2000$ and what microphine i sould buy with a budget of 600$?

  • @JustTheGuy37
    @JustTheGuy37 8 місяців тому

    Acts 16:31 KJV
    “And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.”

  • @jameskennedy3545
    @jameskennedy3545 11 місяців тому

    Cancer fucking sucks.