Getting closer to the Heavens - a perfect way to say goodbye
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- Опубліковано 7 сер 2018
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An emotional wild camp on a Glencoe Mountain on a stunning summers evening....
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Lovely tribute to your mum. My num died in Ayrshire hospice and we were all around her when she passed away. We looked at photographs with her and ones of me in Arran looking through my binoculars. She said to my wife that her loving memory of her boy was with his binoculars on his chest and his rucksack on his back. When her will was settled the first thing I bought myself was a new pair of binoculars and a new rucksack. I wear them on every walk and remember her on every hill.
I’ve just sat for the last 2 hours going through all the amazing responses to this vlog (and I’ll admit it’s been very emotional). I usually try and respond to all comments but am struggling this week due to the massive response to this vid.
When I was up on the mountain I wasn’t sure about whether I was going to add the letter to my vlog but I shot a few quick videos - just in case I wanted to add it, and to be honest , right up until the final edit I was still unsure as to whether to add his bit. I wasn’t sure if people really wanted to know about this and were more keen to see the magnificent Scottish scenery as opposed to me whittling on some more.
However having seen the amazing response to this video I am so glad I left it in. It’s been emotional reading through these comments today (I’ve been bubbling away for most of the morning! ) but I am glad that I have been able to share this with you and that you have been able to confirm and share some of your similar losses through this. For myself the mountains have provided many things throughout my life and this was another occasion where they have given so much to me. Not a spiritual person, this adventure (especially the following morning) is probably the closest connection I have felt .
A massive thankyou to all who have watched and commented on this video and to those who are going through or have gone through similar situations, my thoughts are with you…
Take Care
MurrayDay 2 and a massive heart appeared in the sky - never had this beofre or since ....Vlog - ua-cam.com/video/MTPXvXoN1uU/v-deo.html
Heyyyy First Loved The Vlog You could Not have wanted It any Better!! and second I Got very Very Emmotional Too As I MISS MY MUM Still Everyday!!! So can Relate.. and wot a Nice Jesture she did and even More so On your own Up top .. Thank You Best wishes Tc
A beautiful spot and evening to spend reading a poinient letter from your mum. No church could ever be more spiritual. Hope future tears are of joy.
thanks Tony
Thanks for watching and commenting - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
thank you Alastair
You have talent for the Vlog, Murray. Again, the camera work and shots were exceptional. I miss my Dad each day - it's been two years since he passed. It's a strange thing, the closer we are to our nearest and dearest the harder it is in learning to live our lives without them. However, the upside in a close relationship is the good memories we should focus upon and when your up there in the mountains, in peace and solitude, the good times will roll in your mind and make you smile and cry in equal measure. My heart goes out to you Murray and we all find our path to coping in different ways - yours is to head to the mountain and let the cinema roll of a lifetimes memories play on! Best wishes, Ian
Murry so sorry you lost your dear mum your video was so moving a beautiful tribute to the person you loved so much and what a spot to read your letter no better place you could have chosen God bless your mum
I'm so glad you shared. Nature and our reaction to it doesn't exist in a vacuum. It is emblematic of so much. Thank you.
Hello Murray, I'm sorry to hear of your mum's passing. My father took his own life 3 yrs ago this June, while I was doing the Cateran Yomp. The following year I scattered his ashes on top of the Spittal of Glenshee as I was going round the Yomp again. Its good your mum wrote that wee letter and said goodbye. Death is part of life, but it's not easy saying those goodbyes. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Wow. Murray. Award worthy film making. Very beautiful and very powerful. A truly fitting way to say goodbye to your mum. My mum passed in December so this video hit home with me ❤
My Mam died very suddenly last year, in October me and my wife went to Barra and walked up Heaval. As I neared the summit I became emotional as I felt closer to her. Irrational I know as some of the roads we drove to get to Oban were probably higher.
Wish I had a letter then to read from her but sadly she died very suddenly with no prior illness. All I have is lots of love and many good memories.
thank Paul - sorry to hear about your loss. My experience is getting into the hills and landscapes seems to bring me closer to the spiritual side of things and the emotions heighten…
Thanks for watching and your kind words - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
Your Mum would have loved that tribute.... thanks for sharing.😊
The second time iv watched this reading the letter must have been the most emotional experience of your life … A great mountain range and a very challenging hike upto it a day/night that you will never forget enjoy your memories mums are so special ❤️
Still my most treasured video on YT- It was such a special trip. The heart cloud the next morning was moving (although I cannot remember if I mentiuoned it in this video)
Take care and thanks for watching
ATB
Murray
What a beautiful and serene place and time to read the last words of your Mother to you Murray.
What a lovely loving thing to do for her Son.
Mountains are the only living things strong and silent enough to hold the emotions of such a poignant goodbye, I hope you felt held by the mighty shoulders of the mountain that night.
Thank you to your wonderful Mother Murray for bringing such a lovely soul as yourself into this world and gracing us all with your dreams and adventures.
With the deepest respect.
Alaya Norfolk.
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Can I just say what a great way to honour your mum. I rarely comment on UA-cam but I felt a need to on this video. I've been watching your channel for a while and decided to go back and watch some older videos, glad I did! All the best.
Thanks Justin - this is easily the video I am most fond of 🙏
I've watched your videos many times over the years before trips to Scotland. Glad I stumbled upon this one, even if it was 5 years later. Video was so special and had me in tears. Your mom raised a special guy, thanks for sharing these wonderful moments in the hills.
🙏 this is easily the video I am most proud of 🙏
Blimey, I don't know what to say. So emotional, so beautiful , it moved me to tears.
Dear Murray.. You're an exceptional human being. It's who your mom made you and raised you. It comes through in every video. I look forward to each of those videos. They bring me peace and joy. Be well. Be who your mom wanted you to be and pass it on to your children. Liv in Ontario
thank you so much for those kind words - very much appreciated :)
Genuinely just balled my eyes out watching this. Such a genuine touching tribute. I salute you sir.
Stunning, beautiful, magnificent. Thanks for sharing.
I’m actually lost for words but felt I had to comment - this video was so beautiful. I hope the letter brought you peace & comfort during this difficult time. Thank you for sharing this private moment in an incredible way.
Thanks for watching and your kind words - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
Been trawling through crap all night on UA-cam then find this gem of a film.
Absolutley superb mate.
What a way to remember someone special.
Thanks for the share.
thanks Martin and Thanks for watching and commenting - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
Moved to tears.
Oh my goodness Murray. I am working through your older videos (discovered your channel during lockdown) and have watched and loved every one ever since. This has got to be one of the most beautiful videos I have ever seen, and the music was perfect. What a beautiful day and memory for you.
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Possibly my favourite.
One of the most moving videos I have ever seen on UA-cam, thank you for sharing this - I lost my father suddenly in November and this resonated with me - it was a privilege to watch it.
lost my mum 31/12/2017. I've been needing to cry and tears are rolling. thankyou for sharing
sorry to hear of your loss Keith, hope the video was ok
Thanks for watching - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
This left me SPEECHLESS. In silence we unite.
A beautiful video. And a beautiful way to say goodbye to your Mum.❤
What a wonderful way to remember your mum. As well as this being one of the best videos I have ever seen of this fantastic area. I am Dutch and have been coming to Scotland for over 45 years and only stood on 183 Munros. Yet, as a ‘flatlandbagger’ I enjoyed your wonderful country many times. This video, especially with the shots from the tops and the music added to it, would have made your mum so proud of you. And I think you could not have got any closer to her, emotionally as well as literally.
Thank you and thanks for watching , much appreciated :) This was the most emotional video I have made and I really appreciate all the kind comments
ATB
Murray
Dear Murray,
The start to this video was so stunning and I had a few tears .
My mum past away in September in Scotland and I was locked in Australia because of Covid.
I had back next week to scatter her ashes and my heart to break again.
She picked the Campsie hills a place I used to hill run years ago.
This place in Glen Coe I hope to hike and shed some more tears fill up the water hole .
Once again loved your video when I do my drone video from there I will let you know 👍👍
Brother, I wish I had you as a neighbor, I like to camp, take in the view, and drink large amounts of teas from everywhere a lot.
Very moving Murray. An incredibly poignant vlog set to some wonderful music and stunning colours, I lost my Mum when I was 21 and this brought back some memories, and reminded me that I haven't been back to where we scattered her ashes on Ingleborough for some time now. Time for another dander up methinks
Cho breagha ... May your Mum, and all our departed loved ones, rest in eternal peace.
I only found your chanel today, binge watched few productions and must say I was swept off my feet with quality of every one of them. But this, my friend, this is something special. I'm not spiritual either, I wouldn't say I'm sensitive much, but I struggle to express emotions in this comment. Beautiful tribute to your mum, thank you for sharing this very private moment with us.
I lost my dear Mum last November and all of me is in these mountains. This video means the world to me -more than you will ever know. Thank you with all my heart.xxxx
sorry to hear for your loss but I hope the mountains bring you some peace and reflection
thanks for watching and your kind words - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
Beautiful......................
This brought me to tears it was amazing a day you’ll never forget thanks for sharing
How beautiful.
Just saw your excellent interview with Gary Gough, from someone who lives near the foot of Ben Wyvis I totally agree with you that the mountains we have in Assynt the Isle of Skye and Glencoe are the best you can get anywhere in the world. Love your work always a joy to watch. 👍😎
Murray, lost my mum last year and did a camp on carn mor dearg on Friday through Saturday and said my farewells on Saturday from a quiet spot on Ben Nevis. Pain like no other but she won't get any closer to heaven in this country than there... So sorry for your loss..
sorry to hear that, but its nice to hear that like myself you found a similar place to head following it. I actually ended up on CMD and The Ben a few weeks after his, and it was another morning where I sat thinking of Mum and reflecting
Thanks for watching and your kind words - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
Scotland's Mountains Thanks so much Murray for kind words and reply.. Your fun loving approach and real love of these dear to me hills and quiet places are sometimes the highlight of a dreich day.. They always fill me with optimism and motivation for getting out and when I saw your latest I actually dreaded watching it due to the feelings it would probably wake within me...
So glad I watched it as it was a beautiful and touching tribute to both your mum and the hills.
Also sent it my best pal who accompanied me on my trip to say goodbye to his mum with me and he said what has already been said many times.. Very emotional and beautiful too....
Thanks so much again for all the work you put in to these videos and I hope you're never pinched by some big tv company 😉
Beautiful and very moving tribute to your mums memory.
An amazing video that makes me cry.Sorry for your mum! As watched it I wanted to share eternal hope that I found in my King of kings and Lord of Lords."The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands." Psalm 19. Love you and praying for you.
Thank you mate, beautiful.
Well Murray you could have so easily kept this special meaningful climb just to yourself and no-one could have blamed you for it. Instead you decided to share such a private moment by creating a wonderful film and sharing it with us all. So thank you so very much for doing so I am deeply sorry for you losing your Mum my thoughts have been with you since you said you had lost a close family member a few weeks back. I feel like in some way she was with you up there and that she had sorted out that soft area of grass just for you. Take care Murray and just one more thing that was an amazing image you captured up there and I think it will remind you of your Mum every time you look at it . A fitting tribute to your Mum atb Teddy
as always Teddy thank you - Thanks for watching and your kind words - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
Hello Murray just watched this again today the first time we watched it my wife and I were very emotional, a lovely tribute to your mum , thank you for sharing, hope you are well....
Thanks Ray - this still (and will probably always be ) the most special video I have ever done - appreciate the kind comments 🙏
Take care and thanks for watching
Murray
Done me fella... beautiful.
Thanks 👍
I know it's a long time after the event but I know your mum would be proud of how you dealt with your loss and how you shared it with us all x
Was putting off watching this because I knew it would be emotional. Now I realise it's about someone so close to you I am uplifted by your farewell to your mum. I lost my mother in March 2018 and you have my sympathy Murray. Once again another great video. Emotive and fitting...superb.
Blimey matey, thats had me blubbing at the end there.
Thanks for sharing this Murray. I feel so privileged to have shared in such a beautiful experience with you. I'm sure that your mothers
Wow, you’ve got me blubbing here. What a lovely film. She would be proud. I lost my mom a few years ago and that’s made me think of her again. Keep well my friend.
Thank you and Thanks for watching and your kind words - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
You hang in there brother, this video gets emotions going. We are here for you. Be safe and careful buddy.
Rest in peace Murray`s wee Mum. A special place for very special memories :)
Beautiful. Just beautiful.
What a fantastic video , so many emotions captured on your trip , your mum will be lookin down on you feeling so proud ...
Thanks Sandy, it was indeed an emotional but special trip
Thanks for watching
ATB
Murray
What a beautiful day to dedicate to the memory of your mother Murray you'll never forget.
Very touching. A beautiful video Murray. Your Mum would be proud.
I doubt there were many who failed to shed a tear with you Murray.
It's been twenty years now, and things are never the same again, but it's the way of this world and life carries on, and we are comforted. May her soul rest in peace.
Beautifully shot Murray and very emotive. One of my favourite spots in the glen.
Am catching up on your many lovely videos Murray and this is truly a very special one. Many thanks for you gift of sharing these wonderful views of your very special day and love for your Mum.☺️😚
God speaks to us in many ways and in many places. One of those places is the 'thin space' we suddenly find ourselves in when we 'Go up to the Mountain'. I have witnessed many people who say that they are not particularly 'spiritual' suddenly burst in to tears when they reach that special place amongst Gods Cathedrals. Man cannot emulate what has already been created before he ever existed. When you reach that 'thin space' which is unique to everyone you know you are in a special place as you struggle for words to describe the moment. Namaste from The Way!
Simply beautiful.
Just beautiful.
Literally cried for you Murray. So sorry for your loss and can’t even sympathise with your pain but know I will one day which is horrible in itself.
Could not think of a more fitting place for you to undertake such a task and again show us a beautiful piece of Scotland. I have no doubt the pride your mother must have in you even in her passing.
Thoughts are with you.
-Bryan-
thank you so much and Thanks for watching and your kind words - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
No movie ever made has come close to this moving tribute to someone special. To be there on that summit on that most perfect evening , most people dream of . Probably as close to heaven and those you love as you could get . I will probably watch this again and again to remind me of the beauty of this special place we call ' Scotland ' . Thank you for sharing.
A lovely tribute to your Mum. Well done and you handled with dignity.
Lad what a brilliant film made me think about my mum thank you and your Hill is brilliant done it a few times is always cloudy for me but the guy in the sky sorted the weather for you deserved and very talented
Stan Campbell
Thanks Stan - this is a special video for me - don’t think I’ll ever make a better one
Thanks
Murray
I'm so very sorry for your loss. This was a beautiful tribute to your mother, I'm sure she is smiling.
Very moving tribute, thanks for sharing, fantastic video. Those conditions and pictures in the Scottish mountains come along now and again but not often, and you cherish them more as you get older.
Although you made this video a year ago, I enjoyed it no less.
Man, what a beautiful video you have made again and what a beautiful ending.
I can well imagine that memories above will come even more.
Thank you for sharing it with me and many others.
Randomly, this played from 4 years ago. I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm on The Ethel Challenge and a year to the day my Mum passed I sat on Thorpe Cloud ticking off another peak (nowhere near the size of yours) and had that bit of self reflection, a few tears and put Mum to rest in my mind. I'm not one for marking anniversaries. That's just me, so I thought I'd mark just the first one as Mum didn't want us to grieve. After I got back to civilisation, I found out the Queen had passed away. The anniversary will forever be stuck in my brain now. Mum didn't want a grave, didn't want to be mourned, so we hiked somewhere special and scattered her ashes. So I know how you felt that night. Your Mum would be so proud of you. I've only been a Subscriber a few weeks, but I can see the person behind the camera.
You did it again Murray, fantastic video, fantastic views. There’s something about this that makes me think it was meant. Last parking space, great weather, little patch of grass just big enough for your pitch. And the peace and tranquility of a mountain top and stunning views to read your mums letter. Thanks for sharing, your mum would be so proud of you. Chin up mate and just keep doing what your doing.
Thanks Johnny
Thanks for watching and commenting - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
Alright Murray, God bless you and yours what a fantastic video, watched it before and tbph it wasn't until watching your top 10, It never came across how hard it must've been that night for you after reading that letter from your Mum x, been there mate I think you've actually hit the nail.on the head for ME, I think that's why I go hillwalking to be closer to the people we've lost and to get peace to connect. Thanks ATB Brian 👍⛰⛺
Absolutely lovely to watch and resonates with me hugely. I walked to the peak of Suilven to say my goodbyes. Peace, tranquility and that feeling of oneness you get on in the hills. Sorry for your loss.
I've yet to see anyone equal this guy when it comes to making mountain videos.
I loved this man's Ben Nevis video, it took me back to mine and a friend's night sleeping in the shelter on the summit, it was the most stunning morning I've ever experienced.
Regardless of the adventures I have had around the world since, that winter evening/morning on 'the Ben' will always be a special experience...me, my oldest friend, the view, the snow, the hot chocolate and a hardfaced Robin Redbreast - thank you for reminding me of a truly special morning.
Very beautiful land
A very fitting tribute Murray - your best video. Pain fades - memories remain. Regards, John
thanks John
Thanks for watching and your kind words - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
Beautiful, God's country. I enjoyed the views.
So sorry for your loss Murray. What a beautiful video and such a fitting tribute to your Mum.
thank you and Thanks for watching and commenting - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
the best filming I have watched of the Glencoe mountains and yes an emotional end.
Your mother will always be with you as mine is with me, they are special people. What a beautiful way to say goodbye. Tears in my eyes as I write this. Thank you Murray for such a superb video, please keep up the great work.
Moms are special! A sentiment I like too share is "when someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure", Anonymous. Mothers are a very special memory. What a magnificent setting to sit and reflect on the life you had with your mum. Peace.
Thanks Don , what kind words
Thanks for watching and commenting - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
What a wonderful video its a shame your mum couldn't see it but I am sure she is up there looking down on you and feeling very proud. I have spent many hundreds of days and nights in the Highlands and I love watching your videos. I am old and not so fit now and living in Spain but looking at the walks in the highlands always makes me very emotional I had wonderful times there. Fill your boots Murray time goes so quickly.
Big fan. You inspired me to get out. Only just seen this one. Sorry for your loss. I’m sure she was extremely proud. A Great video. Emotional.
I came to this video from the future! :-) Your link about the photo you took from this evening that you posted in your Campervan Adventure! It's a stunning picture and a wonderful memory and I don't know how you can watch the telly without greetin' when you look at the picture! :-) Thank you for sharing such an intimate moment with us.
My dear Murray, what a beautiful way to say farewell to your mother.....just perfect. One thing that I have learned over the years is, that those that have left, never really leave you. You hold them and they are a part of you, and there is great comfort to be had in knowing that. My Mum and Dad were great hill walkers and I can still see them yet with their back packs on complete with woolly bobble hats. I like to think of them wind in their hair and the freedom of our lovely hills and glens. Thank you for sharing such a moment with us.
Thanks for watching and your kind words - very much appreciated
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
I’m glad you kept it in Murray, was a beautiful tribute to your mother. I was nearly bubbling away just watching this knowing the emotion you must have been feeling as you made your ascent. Thank you for sharing such a personal moment, and as I didn’t know your mother, I can only assume she would be so proud of this tribute but most importantly raising yourself to be a genuine down to earth “good guy”. Us viewers forget the human side to the people who vlog. Over the vlogs we feel we have come to know you, and as much as we love your vlogs, we feel we have become “connected” with you, so when your hurting we feel your pain. Thanks Murray and thanks for being part of our online family. Truly beautiful tribute.
Nice, very nice...
Beautiful views and emotional story at end. I am touched. God be with you.
I’m late to the party with this video Murray, having just found it from your latest.
Simply beautiful 💙
Gary B
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Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for this.
A friend sent me this video ( I hiked the Great Glen Way & West Highland Way this past Oct & fell in love with Scotland) & this video touched my heart. I hiked the PCT in America & felt such a connection to my mom and dad out there so I can relate to you wanting to read the letter from your mom up there. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful tribute to your mom & of course the amazing views over there in Scotland.
Very moving and heart warming and thank you for sharing this tribute with us. Your mother couldn't have wished for a more loving son.
Beautiful piece of film.
Lost for words, exceptional video, need to dry my eyes now
Your mum would be super proud of you!! 👏🏻
Beautiful video and an inspiring setting for a tribute to your Mum. Truly stunning!
Just Beautiful Murray...had tears rolling down my cheeks..memories of my own Mum.too...
I. m sure your Mum is smiling down on you..as your walk those magical Mountains enjoying life to the full... keep filming for us all...it's really very special...
thank you so much - its been a tough year, glad that so many have been able to relate to this. I think it was the correct place to read the letter..
Thanks for watching
ATB
Murray
Getting closer to the Heavens - An emotional Glencoe Wild camp
Murray what can I say? I have never cried about a video before. All you know about me most probably is my name. I never intended to be spiritual person as you said. My dad died of cancer when I was 12 and I found my Mum after she had taken her own life when I was 13, and I was left to sort things out for myself. I am now 70 years old and never really got over my loss. I went down the wrong road in my teens, drink! and made a mess of my life. Where could I go? what could I do? -nothing, until I was 19. I was told if I gave my life to Jesus Christ He would forgive me and turn my life around, so I did, and He did and I have never regretted it. To cut a long story short I married a Christian girl when I was 20 we had 4 children and now I have 11 grand children and one great grand son.
Why am I telling you this in public, hopefully to help someone like you have done, Thank you for sharing and I really mean it. In this secular world we live in I believe in a creator and your words remind me of that, stunning, fantastic, glorious, amazing, I can't believe it etc. This is what my creator says For the Lord is the one who shaped the mountains, stirs up the winds, reveals His every thought. He turns the light of dawn into darkness and treads the mountains under His feet. The Lord almighty is His name.
Warmest regards Ken.
WOW! It was simply beautiful and touching 😍
A really poignant and moving vlog Murray, thank you for sharing your loss and your personal journey. Your Mum would be so proud of you. I lost Dad to Covid a year ago and have been comforted by our small hills in Shropshire and Snowdonia. Can’t wait to get up to Scotland (Covid-permitting) and will definitely research Glencoe and it’s surrounds. Keep up your great work, ATB Glenn
Beautiful video and a lovely gesture to your mum. I hope to start exploring bonnie Scotland myself soon, lived here all my life and feel like I’m missing so much living in Glasgow.