Chandler David Smith
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Life Update: I Got Married
Maddy is my whole world and when she died I didn’t want to do life without her. Our love and life was perfect and losing her was beyond debilitating. Days before Maddy passed, I cracked and told her I didn't know how I was going to do it without her. I asked her how I was going to find purpose with life and what I was supposed to do. She paused, and responded, "Live it for them and before you know it you will be living it for you again.”
Life without Maddy is substantially harder than I ever could have imagined. Everything without her has been excruciatingly painful. After weeks of trying to make sense of life, I realized that the only way I could properly memorialize Maddy’s legacy was by living the way I know she would want me to. My mantra for life has become, BECAUSE OF MADDY. Because of Maddy, I parent better. Because of Maddy, I want to always be present and live life to the fullest. I spent quality time with my kids playing and helping them work through not having their mom here anymore. I started connecting with other widows and widowers to better understand how to give my kids the best life possible as a single parent. One of those widows was Jessica Dennert. She lost her husband Tyson, her father, two brothers, brother in law, her grandfather and three other family members in a horrible accident. When the accident happened, she had two beautiful children and was pregnant with a third. The life she has lived is beyond inspiring to me. One of the first things she told me is that the pain of grief doesn’t go away, you just get better at carrying it. My first meeting with Jessica just solidified my thought that the best part of life had come and gone. We both felt validated that we had found and lost incredible love and we would never find something close to it again. We had no idea that we would change each other’s minds.
As we talked about Maddy and Tyson, we found similarities in our parenting styles, our views on life, and the special love we both had and lost. I didn’t think anyone could understand my loss or the love that me and Maddy have, but Jessica did. One of my new favorite phrases is that two things can be true. I can experience extreme gratitude, love, and admiration for Maddy and Jessica at the same time. I can love Wren and Andi and I can love Hanley Will and Blakely. I can grieve and miss Maddy every day while simultaneously having an exceptional love with Jessica full of beautiful, and spectacular moments. I can’t explain it, but I’m so grateful for it. I will never be able to understand why Maddy and Tyson can’t be here to see their children grow up, but I’m so grateful for the opportunity to figure out the rest of my life with Jessica, Hanley, Wren, Will, Andi, and Blakely. Jessica and I still have so much to figure out, but because of Maddy and Tyson we have incredible examples of exceptional marriages to build on and exemplify. We will live and love like Maddy and Tyson. For Tyson. Because of Maddy.
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Maddy's Last Year
zhlédnutí 6MPřed 7 měsíci
Madalyn Rae (Welsh) Smith passed away just weeks before her 27th birthday at her home next to the love of her life and her beautiful children. They were surrounded by friends and family. This was far too soon, but everyone knew Maddy had lived every day with urgency. She loved deeply and showed sincere interest in everyone. She could overpower a room with her smile and energy, while at the same...
Maddy’s Battle With Cancer
zhlédnutí 795KPřed 8 měsíci
She was beautiful, patient, selfless, loving, ferocious, and kind. She drew people in and made them feel like their lives and problems were her priority. She was animated, fiery and strong yet so gentle and considerate. She loved me and our children endlessly. Maddy adored our quirks and magnified our strengths. She was always positive and hopeful- one of the biggest questions I got through thi...
First Time Using Tesla Self-Drive
zhlédnutí 19KPřed rokem
In this video, Chandler tests out Tesla’s Full Self-Driving beta software in the tricky Idaho snow! In this video, you may recognize his brother Payton who recently purchased a new Tesla Model S! While it’s been a dream of a car to own, Tesla and Elon Musk have definitely been in the news quite a bit lately. As for the controversial FSD beta software, you may have seen other tests done, but we ...
Duplex Nightmare (My Worst Real Estate Investment)
zhlédnutí 16KPřed rokem
In this video, Chandler takes us through another one of his first investment properties. Having this duplex for quite a few years, it has been through a lot, with lots of history - good and bad (some viral, some not). He dives into all of the juicy details by crunching the numbers of current rents, expenses, and how he distributes his cashflow. It’s important to analyze the positives and negati...
Buying My First Four-Plex (update)
zhlédnutí 26KPřed rokem
In this video, Chandler takes a blast to the past by showing us the very first 4-plex he ever bought. He dives into all of the juicy details by crunching the numbers of current rents, expenses, and how he distributes his cashflow. It’s important to analyze the positives and negatives that have transpired over the years so as to learn from the past and make appropriate changes if necessary. As w...
Buying My 1st Duplex (7 year update)
zhlédnutí 21KPřed rokem
In this video, Chandler takes a blast to the past by showing us his very first investment property. He dives into all of the juicy details by crunching the numbers of current rents, expenses, and how he distributes his cashflow. It’s important to analyze the positives and negatives that have transpired over the years so as to learn from the past and make appropriate changes if necessary. As wit...
Hardest Year of My Life
zhlédnutí 43KPřed rokem
In this video, Chandler talks about how this year has been one of the most sad, difficult, and challenging ones he’s ever experienced. From his wife and brother being diagnosed with cancer, to changes in work and relationships, it definitely hasn’t been easy. Despite all of this, Chandler recognizes his blessings and the great opportunities that have come about despite the hard times. Life is d...
I Spent $700,000 On Landscape
zhlédnutí 24KPřed rokem
In today’s video, Chandler gives you an exclusive tour of his dream home’s landscaping. His family loves spending time together outdoors, so they took extra time to strategically plan and design their outdoor environment! This planning resulted in a fun par-3, beautiful orchard, native wildflowers, rustic pizza oven, and over 400 trees! Making all of this become a reality will allow Chandler an...
How I Retired a Millionaire at 31
zhlédnutí 58KPřed rokem
In today’s video, Chandler reflects over the past 10 years - where he started out and how he arrived to where he’s at today. Growing up, he knocked doors for work around the community, then knocked doors as a missionary for his church. These early experiences taught him discipline and how to face rejection. While in college, the opportunity to do door to door sales popped up. Even though he fac...
Worst School In America (D91 School Bond)
zhlédnutí 8KPřed rokem
Vote ‘YES’ for the D91 School Bond! Growing up in Idaho Falls, I know what it’s like to go to school in this community, and the different school bonds that have been proposed. This certain bond caught me off-guard at first, making me feel like we would unnecessarily increase taxes to our community that is already struggling in this current economy. However, as I dived into the details of the bo...
Dream Home Update. STILL NOT FINISHED
zhlédnutí 36KPřed rokem
My biggest real-estate project is [almost] finished! If you’ve been following me, you know that I’ve been working on my dream home for 3 years now. Like most dreams, our home has seemed out-of-reach with delays and nightmares that ranged from big market fluctuations to a couple wrong door handles. But, also like a dream, we have [almost] conquered the beast, [almost] made it to the end of the r...
Dream Home Disaster
zhlédnutí 58KPřed rokem
This is my most intense dream home update yet! Amidst the long delays, surprises (good and bad), and roller-coaster of a time this dream home has been for my family, we are FINALLY at the finish line - or so we thought. It’s like that scene in the movies where the main character is about to cross the finish line - the camera slows down, you can hear their heartbeat, and you’re wondering whether...
I Have to Move in with My Parents...
zhlédnutí 69KPřed rokem
I Have to Move in with My Parents...
The Fed Just Started a Recession
zhlédnutí 7KPřed rokem
The Fed Just Started a Recession
I'm Getting Evicted...
zhlédnutí 63KPřed rokem
I'm Getting Evicted...
Colon Cancer (1 Year Update)
zhlédnutí 172KPřed rokem
Colon Cancer (1 Year Update)
Touring the Stradman’s Dream Home
zhlédnutí 191KPřed rokem
Touring the Stradman’s Dream Home
Buying Post Malone/Stradman’s Lamborghini Urus
zhlédnutí 17KPřed rokem
Buying Post Malone/Stradman’s Lamborghini Urus
House Update with Stradman
zhlédnutí 181KPřed rokem
House Update with Stradman
Yogi Bought Stradman‘s Ferrari
zhlédnutí 11KPřed rokem
Yogi Bought Stradman‘s Ferrari
Storage Unit Update - Our Best Investment Ever!
zhlédnutí 19KPřed rokem
Storage Unit Update - Our Best Investment Ever!
WE ARE IN A RECESSION - Do This!
zhlédnutí 9KPřed rokem
WE ARE IN A RECESSION - Do This!
I'm Retiring…
zhlédnutí 34KPřed rokem
I'm Retiring…
15 Days Until I LOSE My House Loan! (House Update)
zhlédnutí 22KPřed rokem
15 Days Until I LOSE My House Loan! (House Update)
Inflation Gone Wild (What is Next for Real Estate Investors)
zhlédnutí 4,4KPřed rokem
Inflation Gone Wild (What is Next for Real Estate Investors)
Step-by-Step Process to Buying a Four-Plex
zhlédnutí 9KPřed rokem
Step-by-Step Process to Buying a Four-Plex
I Had to Sell My New Porsche GT3
zhlédnutí 14KPřed rokem
I Had to Sell My New Porsche GT3
I Bought a 5-Unit Apartment!
zhlédnutí 18KPřed rokem
I Bought a 5-Unit Apartment!
Buying A House Is The Best Investment a Poor Person Can Make
zhlédnutí 6KPřed rokem
Buying A House Is The Best Investment a Poor Person Can Make

Komentáře

  • @lashlarue59
    @lashlarue59 Před 21 minutou

    EV's are supposedly huge in Norway and it gets extremely cold there. I wonder what is their experience with cold weather driving?

  • @vf8653
    @vf8653 Před 55 minutami

    When I saw the thumbnail, my first thought was also judgmental, how fast! But after watching the video, it's so clear that this was meant to be.It's such a beautiful example on how life takes, but also gives. I am so happy for your and all those beautiful kids, able now to fill some of that empty space losing a loved one leaves, with more love ❤️

  • @TeeNicole10
    @TeeNicole10 Před hodinou

    WOWWWWW JESSICA AND MADDIE LOOK SO MUCH ALIKE💕🙏🏽

  • @TeeNicole10
    @TeeNicole10 Před hodinou

    IM NOT CRYING 😢YOUR CRYING 😢 YOU DESERVE TO BE HAPPY💜🙏🏽

  • @randym2945
    @randym2945 Před hodinou

    This was very touching. I'm very sorry for your loss.

  • @sap7670
    @sap7670 Před 2 hodinami

    Great! Best wishes!!!!

  • @danielstehura9657
    @danielstehura9657 Před 3 hodinami

    You Suck!

  • @Familiaemorlando
    @Familiaemorlando Před 3 hodinami

    Sinto muito pelo seu amor… uma linda família

  • @quinlanhart4308
    @quinlanhart4308 Před 4 hodinami

    You guys should do a qandA together

  • @quinlanhart4308
    @quinlanhart4308 Před 4 hodinami

    Are you going to have more children together

  • @treeandsoil
    @treeandsoil Před 4 hodinami

    When a loved one passes away, it feels as though a part of you has died as well. The shared memories, the times spent together, and the experience of growing older together are all gone. True love isn’t just about fun and happiness; it involves the deepest, most unbearable pain. Life is a journey of growth and evolution, and I am glad to see that you have found someone to rekindle hope and bring new life into your heart.

  • @Angela-vy5ok
    @Angela-vy5ok Před 4 hodinami

    She was so special. Such a strong and loving woman. God bless her. 💕💕

  • @ztreddedb2949
    @ztreddedb2949 Před 4 hodinami

    look like drug adddicts

  • @leslieballard9709
    @leslieballard9709 Před 4 hodinami

    Oh my goodness. I just found your channel. No I am grieving for the woman. I never met. I’m 42 now but when I was 28 I got diagnosed with cancer two weeks after having our fourth baby underwent a lot of chemo my hair lost my dignity and I like to think that I was positive, but I just don’t know if I was ever as positive as Maddie. What an example! About three years after my remission started, my sister was diagnosed with cancer. She also had colon cancer. My sister fought for 21 months before she passed away. I’m not 100% sure why I’m telling you my life story but I think it’s because, it’s so important to know that there are people out there going through the same things just in different ways. Your wife was right I was both a patient and a caregiver and caregivers have it way rough. So I just want to commend you on the example you were able to set for your children My husband was amazing as well. I did not lose my partner, but I lost my best friend and my sister and I’m seven years down the road good thing I got out of it her daughter who is like her. I hope your children are great reminder of Maddie. I hope the rest of your life is fulfilled and glorious. Congratulations.

  • @sarabass3600
    @sarabass3600 Před 5 hodinami

    In listening to both yours and Jessica's story, I truly believe that God brought you two together. God knew that you needed each other. The kids needed each other. God Bless your family

  • @robertwilliams1167
    @robertwilliams1167 Před 5 hodinami

    You can disagree on small points by Dave Ramsey, but to throw shade at his advice as a whole. He’s recently moved off of the 20% down.

  • @nadiasmybaby
    @nadiasmybaby Před 6 hodinami

    You are an incredible man/human being. Your love for Maddie is so extremely apparent. Maddie loved you and your adorable babies so incredibly much. You are so strong. God bless you all! 💜. In a 10 year breast cancer survivor. I’ve lost both my parents to cancer. Cancer is an evil beast! Please put one foot in front of another and keep showing up for your beautiful babies! Great job Dad! 🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵

  • @miracleroa5683
    @miracleroa5683 Před 7 hodinami

    I got tired listening because of the music

  • @linastefanie
    @linastefanie Před 8 hodinami

    God bless you

  • @RebeccaJordier
    @RebeccaJordier Před 9 hodinami

    I don't think that sinking into depression and self-destruction is the best way to honor your late wife, Maddie. By choosing to marry Jessica, you chose life and showed your children that despite the abyssal void left by their mother, there is always a reason to live and hope. It's a beautiful example of faith and courage that you are giving to your five children. I leave you with this wonderful phrase: "Even the longest night cannot prevent the day from rising." May God bless you! Love and life must prevail!!!!

  • @anasupsup
    @anasupsup Před 9 hodinami

    She never stopped smile.

  • @lilymoo23
    @lilymoo23 Před 10 hodinami

    Chandler…. I’ve bawled and bawled watching this. I think a lot of people needed a reality check of the moments that we have and to honor them. Praying for you and your family. Love you!!

  • @katy9291
    @katy9291 Před 11 hodinami

    Im so sorry for your loss 😢❤

  • @KyleMcCullough-dl3ib
    @KyleMcCullough-dl3ib Před 11 hodinami

    Ngl the photo shoot at the funeral like it was a wedding was off putting to me

  • @zKenzie.M
    @zKenzie.M Před 11 hodinami

    She should stay long 😢

  • @Sophie-ward786
    @Sophie-ward786 Před 12 hodinami

    Wel never forget Madddy but u do need to move on and ur doing amazing keep strong ❤

  • @Jessie-ev2th
    @Jessie-ev2th Před 12 hodinami

    Found " Maddy's last year" on my feed. Watched it, bawled my eyes out. Searched your channel to look for update and found this video. Watched it and bawled my eyes out. So sorry for your losses. So happy you both found love and purpose again. May Jesus bless you all abundantly.

  • @mammassobig
    @mammassobig Před 13 hodinami

    You should do what’s right for you others don’t matter what they think and say .I will always remember being told if you have nothing good to say then say nothing. Live life with love 💕 don’t waste any time on the negative . Life after a death is not a one size fits all.

  • @Antonelladsy
    @Antonelladsy Před 13 hodinami

    Congratulations from Italy! God bless you both with your wonderful children!

  • @lxcyaya
    @lxcyaya Před 13 hodinami

    Cancer took my dad from me, I was just a kid. I’d give anything to understand more when he was fighting it, but I was a 6 year old who was excited for summer holidays. 17/06/16 love you dad

  • @bonnierickards6973
    @bonnierickards6973 Před 14 hodinami

    Congratulations ❤! Am so happy for you🎉 My husband passed away at 31 yr’s old after a softball injury! My children were 7 and 9. It’s been 47years. Never remarried, but always have been blessed with 3 grandchildren.! So happy for you and know you will have a wonderful life together!❤️

  • @LauraFlaherty-kq9hd
    @LauraFlaherty-kq9hd Před 15 hodinami

    Im happy for you both. For what ever reason this tragedy happened, It's quite obvious you meeting eachother was meant to be.

  • @LauraFlaherty-kq9hd
    @LauraFlaherty-kq9hd Před 15 hodinami

    That was a beaitiful video. Im in tears, but Maddy smiled every day...for her children, for her husband, for her friends & family but mostly for the life she shared with these people. You see it in her face everyday, the love she felt - kept her strong and going. ❤

    • @arriapantea2308
      @arriapantea2308 Před 15 hodinami

      I know right its too sad and too beautuful😢❤

  • @tonyawest1691
    @tonyawest1691 Před 16 hodinami

    Stand by your relationship sir. It is what it is. Trauma bonds ppl. Your having similar journeys. You need a mommy for the kids. She needs a daddy. Perfect. The new brady bunch. Happy for you. Enjoy and watch the kids thrive.

  • @angelestigoy9537
    @angelestigoy9537 Před 16 hodinami

    What a beautiful story. I watched "Maddy's Last Year" first. Then this one. My sister lost her husband one month before you lost Maddy. My sister talks about her grief like you have in this video. I am hopeful that one day she will also find her next love. It is amazing how we can hold multiple things at once. Heart wrenching sadness but also joy of new love. Blessings on you and Jessica and your five sweet kiddos.

  • @tonyawest1691
    @tonyawest1691 Před 16 hodinami

    Yall trauma bonded.

  • @pasta9836
    @pasta9836 Před 16 hodinami

    What a beautiful story

  • @pasta9836
    @pasta9836 Před 16 hodinami

    What an adorable family

  • @pasta9836
    @pasta9836 Před 16 hodinami

    God brought you both together

  • @lillyzara340
    @lillyzara340 Před 17 hodinami

    Gods goodness shines through this testimony . He CAN give beauty for ashes , and he DOES turn sorrow to praise . Let’s throw out the time frames and the judgement , and cling to “What is impossible with MAN , is possible with GOD !” So blessed by the family that God mended , and will continue to show his goodness through .

  • @creativedonna2685
    @creativedonna2685 Před 17 hodinami

    I think it's so unfair that good people have bad things happen to them. Cancer is relentless and no good, kind caring person shouod have ti go through it.

  • @creativedonna2685
    @creativedonna2685 Před 17 hodinami

    Such a beautiful woman and an amazing mum. I am so very truly sorry for your loss. I too have lost family members to cancer, and it was one of the worst things I've been through. You're an amazing dad, husband and I wish you all the very best for the future.

  • @tatiansantana7563
    @tatiansantana7563 Před 17 hodinami

    If you have a a title company do you still need a lawyer??

  • @sharondelissa
    @sharondelissa Před 18 hodinami

    I truly enjoyed watching the journey of Maddie and your new wife’s story is incredibly heartbreaking as well 😪Congratulations to you and Jessica. You both deserve this and I’m sure Maddie and Tyson are smiling down on you all 🫶🏽 May God continue to bless you all tremendously ❤️🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽 Thank you for sharing your beautiful family story

  • @kb44255
    @kb44255 Před 19 hodinami

    You guys are beautiful! Thanks for showing that God is present and brings Hope and Comfort through our saddest moments❤️ People need to see what Joy you found through sorrow💕 Like it says in Mosiah … God may not take there burdens away, but he can make them lighter.

  • @chellyw63
    @chellyw63 Před 19 hodinami

    Chandler in the U.K. it’s an absolute nightmare to remove bad tenants , seems the law is many on their side and the costs to the landlord can be ridicules , I have made sure I pay a property management company to take care of the properties I am invested in, luckily I have been super picky over who I allow to rent, am so sorry that this happened to you.

  • @rosellabianco4089
    @rosellabianco4089 Před 20 hodinami

    No spiace englisch sorry!! Video is beautiful, mamma is big ❤love forse iou.

  • @PeachyClean-bx3pt
    @PeachyClean-bx3pt Před 20 hodinami

    What a beautiful radiant woman, I’m so sorry for your loss. As a mother this is unimaginable, but the peace she must of felt knowing you would be there to guide her babies through life, keeping her memory alive. You clearly loved that woman so much ! I’m so sorry.

  • @MissOlyaSmile
    @MissOlyaSmile Před 21 hodinou

    Your family with Maddy is exemplary to me. You are very good, caring parents and strong people. I hope everything goes well for you and Jessica

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