Like A River (Book Trailer)

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  • čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
  • Could I share something with y’all? Today is Riv’s b-day. Amber and I don’t count the years. We’ll always know him as being three. That was the last birthday we shared with him.
    You know-losing him just about killed me. On that grief journey, I left NO stone unturned to heal myself, but nothing helped until…everything changed. These last four years have been the wildest ride of my life, and yet I’ve mostly kept it to myself until now. I want you to know the whole story (at times as unbelievable as it is). I want the information that I learned to be available to anyone that is hurting. I’ve written this intimate story in the best form of media that I know how: a book. It’s called “Like a River.” Will you read it? Will you send this to a friend that needs it? I really hope you do.
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    Like a River is available for pre-order now. Hit up grangersmith.com to get your copy and get a free sample chapter to start reading right away.
    I’m also currently recording the audiobook.
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Komentáře • 113

  • @kbrown813
    @kbrown813 Před rokem +39

    Wow. In two and a half minutes, I can already feel the impact this book is going to have. Granger, I absolutely can’t wait to read this. Thank you for sharing your journey and your story, and being so vulnerable. I’m very much looking forward to August 1.

  • @rodneyclouser9279
    @rodneyclouser9279 Před rokem +11

    I’m speechless! I can only forward your words to my wife whom is struggling with the loss of her mom! I know this my friend. The word river will never be a a flowing body of water again! It has more meaning in my heart than my words could ever express!!!!!
    God bless you and your family granger!!
    Thank you for sharing!!

  • @shellyhuckabay3819
    @shellyhuckabay3819 Před rokem +11

    I lost my youngest son in 2017, he was 16. One of my best and latest pics of him not playing sports was with you. You and Brian are my cover/background on my phone. Gonna be honest, I really didn't follow you or Amber until he passed. Finding your picture with him on his phone reminded me of a time when he was so happy...and has become one of my favorite pictures of him. I watch Amber every week now. She has helped me so much. You see, I never knew religion until I lost Brian, and Finding God has been my rock as a single mom with no immediate family still alive. I think in his own way he knew I would need you two with help in finding God, and that is why he made sure I had his picture with you. ❤🙏❤️

    • @818Breakz
      @818Breakz Před 11 měsíci +1

      Wow thank you for sharing. Inspiring words!🙏🏻

  • @lynnatwmahalfsteading6139

    I lost my parents dad at 15 , three months later my mom had just turned 16. I can't wait to get the audio book. Just lost my sister in October today is her birthday. She is now 70 in earthly years.
    Thank you so much for presenting to everyone who wants to read the book.
    Happy Birthday RIV.

  • @diggintheman9389
    @diggintheman9389 Před rokem +10

    Lost my dad when I was 16, thank you for sharing your experience. God bless.

  • @lynnhorsman7912
    @lynnhorsman7912 Před rokem +15

    Can’t wait to read your book. I know that God is the only one who can get us through grief. When I lost my Dad I had to learn that the hard way.

  • @janconnolly6987
    @janconnolly6987 Před rokem +10

    Wow, what a powerful two minutes and thirty-six seconds! Looking forward to reading and listening to your book. What an impact it will have on so many. Thank you. Blessings❤

  • @stangeisinger1716
    @stangeisinger1716 Před rokem +4

    I lost my little brother almost 12 years ago and not a day goes by that I don’t think about him and wish he was here to share more good times with. Your music and your attitude towards life help get me threw tough times. I thank you and your family so very much for this. God bless you all and happy heavenly birthday River❤

  • @lisalambert2750
    @lisalambert2750 Před rokem +8

    I am waiting for this book. Listening to this trailer, your voice your passion, all I can say is wow. I had goose bumps all over my arms. I really hope you also do an audiobook in your voice. Thank you for sharing and I hope this helps so many people. God bless you and your family.

    • @beckiepatrick6900
      @beckiepatrick6900 Před rokem

      He is doing an audiobook. You can catch it on audible 😊

  • @craigrowe879
    @craigrowe879 Před rokem +1

    I lost my mom 2 years ago and read your book tonight when I got home. You have a way of conveying a message to people. God bless you and your family.

  • @shahryarsadree4551
    @shahryarsadree4551 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Love this trailer, Granger. I am saddened by your sense of loss. I reached out to you to offer you some comfort, my brother. We are all grains of sand in this soul society. We are all part of something far greater than our eyes can see. I am an author as well. My life path resulted in me sharing my perspective in books, like you are doing. I'm also a musician as well. God gave us this gift, and our life experience to share with others. We never die. Only the flesh does. Spirit is what we are, the mind is the software that drives our brain, and that is the hardware that is tied to the body (the vehicle). Spirit is the creator in this world. Never lose sight of that! God blessed us all!

  • @vanessabeiton1982
    @vanessabeiton1982 Před rokem +3

    Granger, that was really strong... it hits me really deep....
    Who would choose not to love just not to have the chance to grief..... love is everything we can do in this life and by loving we can reach Jesus. All the best for you and your beautiful family 🙏❤️🤠🇧🇷

  • @laurieleis2725
    @laurieleis2725 Před rokem +1

    What a powerful trailer to your book. I can already tell the book is going to be a page-turner one that I won't be able to put down and I'll read many times. I cannot wait to get my copy in my hand and read it.

  • @gmarie7g
    @gmarie7g Před rokem +2

    I can't wait to get this book. This is one that is not going to be just a one time read. Thank you Smith family for the book. God Bless

  • @JennDios
    @JennDios Před rokem +2

    So moving & powerful, Granger. Looking forward to this book, already pre ordered. Moreso, looking forward to the audiobook. So bittersweet to release this on Riv's earthly birthday. God bless you and the entire Smith family. This trailer is so well done. ❤

  • @CaffeineInjected
    @CaffeineInjected Před rokem +1

    I'll get the book. Got my mystery cd's from Yee Yee today and a tShirt. Getting my Live Like Riv shirt next month. I found Granger's music really late. My wife, Amber, listened to it when we were in Tennessee at our cabin. I didn't like it at first but I grew to like his music. Something in his voice was calming. How you could tell he loved the Mountains, loved the open fields , the blue sky, the woods. All the things me and my wife love. Then I saw Granger's pod cast and met him at the Dallas Bull in Tampa, FL at a meet and greet. He was such a nice person I was really amazed at how he's been able to overcome (him and his wife Amber) the death of River. I have a son and can't imagine something like that. It's terrifying. Looking forward to the book but also, a little dread about reading it to be honest. I've lost 2 brothers and a father early in my life so I know heartbreak. Sometimes we want to pack it away and pretend it's not there. I know myself that I've struggled with terrible anger that I used to push deep down inside. Then at times I'd explode like an atom bomb at people. Thankfully , those days are gone.
    Thanks for Sharing Granger and Amber. As always God Bless

  • @dentonm8417
    @dentonm8417 Před rokem +1

    I can't wait to read the book! The songs Something is changing and Forever Forward are one of my favorite songs. We need to keep going forward and not be lost with fear and doubt. I am sorry to hear about your son. Don't lose hope to those who read this. We need to let God show us the way and help us not to struggle with our pain. It 's definitely hard to lose someone you love or our friends with. Stay strong and walk by FAITH! And not by sight.

  • @CourtneyMJones
    @CourtneyMJones Před rokem +2

    Can't wait to read this book!

  • @pennyconnell69
    @pennyconnell69 Před rokem +2

    Hi Granger. I can’t wait to read your book ! I to know the grief and heartache and pain of the death of a child . My precious 13 year old son went to be with Jesus in March 2000 he had leukemia. I still have the heartache from that day many years ago now but I know he is with Jesus and I will be there with him again ! Thank you for sharing this book with us !

  • @estaisadore6188
    @estaisadore6188 Před rokem +1

    So so moving ...wow Can't wait to read your Book Dear brother in Christ.God bless you.

  • @kendrawilson8131
    @kendrawilson8131 Před rokem +2

    Wow Granger!! That was so well done!!! I can’t wait to read the book. ❤

  • @bgrateful453
    @bgrateful453 Před rokem

    One more thing....Paul, what a work of art!!! G, that concrete bench and wood cross....were magnificent.

  • @thekyrobman
    @thekyrobman Před rokem

    That really hits a note, I think in times of grief and hopelessness some of us try to do exactly like you said and be the rock however if that rock doesn't have everything it needs to be a rock, it will break apart.

  • @codywhitson9439
    @codywhitson9439 Před rokem +3

    Can’t wait til Aug 1st to read this book!! Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your story with us. Bless you and your family! ❤❤

  • @Tetelestai.John19.30
    @Tetelestai.John19.30 Před rokem

    God Bless you Smith Family. May God use your book in ways we cant imagine to reach the hurting, and the lost.
    I myself cannot wait until the release. All my love, your sister in Christ, Alicia.

  • @chuckmeadors6840
    @chuckmeadors6840 Před 9 měsíci

    Finished the audible book and the Bonus Interivew and loved every moment of this powerful, emotional, challenging, insightful and moving book. Thank you Granger and Amber for sharing your experiences and story.

  • @ronbuckner8179
    @ronbuckner8179 Před rokem

    Greif is a gift Grainger, It is loss, but it's also accountability to the experience. and recognition of lost moments where joy was never cultured. Greif done right is a blessing. This teaching was given to me by my grand father and practiced by for me by both my mother and father. Given the hope for the life yet to come, death needs to be taught as a blessing and proof for what we hope for, from our youth.

  • @urgirljjules
    @urgirljjules Před 23 dny

    Hi Granger, I'm currently reading your book, I got it from my local library because I was looking for a new book to read. And as I looked into the book reading a little of it to see if I would like it, I got invested into reading it because I love reading about and listening to true crime podcasts and true story podcasts.
    I'm so sorry of what happened to your little boy River. I know you are a grieving father and I can tell your whole family was very upset that your little boy just died at 3 years old and that made me cry when I was reading it, but I'm slowly getting through the book like your slowly getting over his death but you and your family are holding it deep in your hearts. And I'm so sorry you lost your little boy at age 3.
    Amen and God bless❤️

  • @bowed305
    @bowed305 Před rokem +1

    Beautifully done! When you named him River seven years ago, did you have any idea just how far his life and influence would flow? So much has changed in these almost four years since he's been gone, but look at all of the blessings born out of this indescribable loss. Only God could make that happen. Thanks to you and Amber for all that you have shared with all of us through this journey. #LiveLikeRiv

    • @bgrateful453
      @bgrateful453 Před rokem +2

      Beautiful comment!!! When you named him River seven years ago, did you have any idea how far his life and influence would flow? 😭 😭 😭

    • @bowed305
      @bowed305 Před rokem +1

      @@bgrateful453 Thank you!

  • @lini8199
    @lini8199 Před rokem

    Happy Birthday in heaven River. There are some powerful thoughts in this video. Excellent! This book is going to help many no matter what they are grieving. I have been following The Smiths for a while because of your and your wife's godly example. I can clearly see how God is sanctifying you both.

  • @JupitersRealm
    @JupitersRealm Před rokem

    Happy Birthday, River!! Looking forward to getting this book. 💜

  • @beckiepatrick6900
    @beckiepatrick6900 Před rokem +1

    Granger- I have my copy pre-ordered on audible because I want to hear it in your words. I Will buy the hard copy too because I have a feeling it will be one I’ll want to treasure. So so so excited. ❤

  • @Trumpie2024
    @Trumpie2024 Před 11 měsíci

    This testimony let me tell you, man, the Holy Spirit is working deep in you and through your story. I'm listening to this sad event it has me hung up im not to sure what to feel but I can tell you this Ole boy has a tear drop down his face because the lord is great and he brought your family to him stronger and better than ever. Your boy is with his father in heaven, and he will forever be your angel watching over you guys.

  • @dirtbikedude58
    @dirtbikedude58 Před rokem +1

    Granger is such a big inspiration to me and is so powerful. This’ll be an awesome book!

  • @cindydowning5600
    @cindydowning5600 Před rokem

    I cannot wait to read your book. I have seen a change in your family for the good after this tragedy. Going to the source, God, is always the best route. God bless you and your family

  • @1986_glock_shooter_
    @1986_glock_shooter_ Před rokem +1

    Wow, what a intense 2 minutes. I pre-ordered the book and now I can't wait for it to come even more. Thank you Granger for sharing this, all of this, with us your fans. 🎈 Yee Yee

  • @pamelamaloy9778
    @pamelamaloy9778 Před rokem +1

    ❤❤❤❣️🥰God Bless you Granger❣️

  • @csmith9189
    @csmith9189 Před rokem +1

    Very moving as I listened and watched. You are sharing an important perspective of life, love and faith! Happy Birthday River🎈❤️🙏🥰

  • @pat33718
    @pat33718 Před rokem +1

    Happy Birthday in Heaven, River. Hugs for your Mommy, Daddy and everyone who loved you most today.

  • @jayneholmes5704
    @jayneholmes5704 Před rokem

    Happy Heavenly Birthday River. I have already pre-ordered my book, looking forward to a great read.

  • @What.The.Fluff.
    @What.The.Fluff. Před rokem

    Thank you, Granger, for sharing your gifts & your beautiful family with us! Looking forward to this, especially the audio book, as I love your powerful voice! God bless & Happy Heavenly Birthday, Riv❣️😽

  • @joycemccardell5357
    @joycemccardell5357 Před rokem

    So powerful, Granger….life is a journey..we all love & grieve..watching my father die of ALS was so hard, but he never lost his faith which kept us strong & faithful. Looking forward to reading your book. God bless & Happy Birthday Riv!🎈

  • @amywhigham4790
    @amywhigham4790 Před rokem

    Wow! There is so much passion, so much thought provoking, so much of hanging on every word we hear from you! Can't wait for your book to come out, and especially, the audio book too! 🥲😟❤️

  • @Volcrom19
    @Volcrom19 Před rokem +1

    Profound; I look forward to reading it! Thank you for what you provide to aide others in their faith journeys!

  • @LauraLowery1979
    @LauraLowery1979 Před rokem

    Can't wait to read your book Granger. Your an inspiration to keep moving when times are hard

  • @evanchesterman3249
    @evanchesterman3249 Před rokem

    Amazing, I just pre-ordered the audio since I drive so much. Can't wait to hear it. I'm really looking forward to it. Thank you, Granger...

  • @kellihoover4679
    @kellihoover4679 Před rokem

    In two-and-a-half minutes I was so captivated by what you were saying I look so forward she's a book coming out may God be with you and your family

  • @cathyrose702
    @cathyrose702 Před rokem +2

    You can't love without the pain it goes hand in hand people always tell me they will not get another dog due to the pain of their loss and I say you mean you will never love again to avoid the pain. Than a couple weeks later they have a new puppy😊

  • @lisaharrison5397
    @lisaharrison5397 Před rokem

    I lost my dad and mother in law 6 yrs ago. Seem like it was yesterday. Thank for your words. God bless.✨💜🙏

  • @lisatunsky9679
    @lisatunsky9679 Před rokem

    Happy birthday RIV !!!!

  • @MalloryWiegand-sl1rh
    @MalloryWiegand-sl1rh Před rokem

    Granger, I can't wait to read your book... the few words u said in the video meant so much to me. Praying for you, Amber, London, Lincoln, and Maverick❤️

  • @CarverEngraver
    @CarverEngraver Před rokem

    Ordered . I lost a sister in 14, a brother in 17, my mother in 18, another brother in 20 and my father in March of this year … I have been devastated by death .. I am not the same person I used to be … Granger I am so looking forward to this book .I cannot begin to tell you …

  • @davebailey6034
    @davebailey6034 Před rokem

    Thank you Granger. 🙏🏻❤️🎈

  • @kensingtonreichert-8442

    Beautiful already!! Praying over it!!

  • @laurieleis2725
    @laurieleis2725 Před rokem

    I am also going to purchase the audiobook so I can listen to it as well. Granger thank you for being so vulnerable and writing this story.

  • @debbief2882
    @debbief2882 Před rokem

    Hugs to your family, especially today. 😢🫂❤

  • @boondockingmainahs
    @boondockingmainahs Před rokem

    Awesome Granger ! I cannot wait to read your book ! God Bless you and yours ! What a inspiration…. 2:36

  • @jtangel98
    @jtangel98 Před rokem +1

    I’m excited for the book and will preorder for sure but man am I going to miss the music and shows

  • @denimdevotionsme
    @denimdevotionsme Před rokem

    Your testimony helps me keep perspective around parenthood and the fears that the enemy can attempt to surround you in. Looking forward to it.

  • @jacknemec9128
    @jacknemec9128 Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing this.

  • @katieboyle3921
    @katieboyle3921 Před rokem

    Happy heavenly birthday to River and your family 🙏🏼

  • @yourboy-zach
    @yourboy-zach Před měsícem

    Such a beautiful picture from a beautiful book ❤ love you man you will always have a place in my prayers ❤

  • @alicemcfarlane5320
    @alicemcfarlane5320 Před rokem

    Cannot wait to read this book! Wow!

  • @lisatunsky9679
    @lisatunsky9679 Před rokem

    It’s going to be an awesome book!!!! I can’t wait!!! God has found a family that people can relate too when they speak the words of life . YEE YEE to all!!!!!!

  • @irenekangaspoling5866

    Granger my heart 💞💞 is with you and your family I know how hard it is to lose someone I know longer have my Dad and mom but I know it’s not the same as you losing your son god bless you and your family in this time of need love 💗 from Ohio Irene and god bless

  • @seangalvin1605
    @seangalvin1605 Před 3 měsíci

    I Love You, Brother. Just got the book in the mail!

  • @bgrateful453
    @bgrateful453 Před rokem

    😭 On River's Birthday, May 16th!!! Nothing but love and God!!! LiveLikeRiv
    ...I want to purchase this book for everyone on this globe. 🚘

  • @rthompson1972523
    @rthompson1972523 Před rokem

    Can't wait to get it and read the book I think it's gonna be one that I can't put down ..

  • @tcb8255
    @tcb8255 Před rokem +1

    You have it right. See, even the biggest rock will and can move in any river by the hand of God. The smallest pebble will sink to the bottom and surround itself by the other pebbles and stand firm. But that big rock, just might get pushed on. Maybe it’s because that big rock needs too and has a purpose on down the river and can’t stay in one place? It doesn’t have to be a negative. It can serve a positive ❤

  • @1CathyHendrix
    @1CathyHendrix Před rokem +1

    I know it is a hard day for ya'll...sweet River's earthly birthday. He will always be loved and remembered. He has made such an impact with just the 3 years he was on earth...and the time since he left. Happy Birthday River! I know that is just an earthly thing, but I hope you know that we remember and love you!

  • @stacyfriedler8781
    @stacyfriedler8781 Před rokem

    This was amazing. I just pre-ordered on audible.

  • @laurenmac
    @laurenmac Před rokem

    just ordered a copy that ill be receiving Wednesday. cant wait

  • @carolejean63
    @carolejean63 Před rokem

    🫶🏼❤️ I’ve been where you are! My boy Kellen’s B~day is coming up in July! Hugs y’all. Happy birthday River! ❤

  • @sandianaya5141
    @sandianaya5141 Před rokem

    Thank you

  • @klcpc1298
    @klcpc1298 Před rokem

    i AM EXCITED TO READ THIS AND HAVE MY DAD READ IT, ESPECIALLY AFTER LOSING MY MOTHER UNEXPECTEDLY IN 2018.

  • @nicolewinters1305
    @nicolewinters1305 Před rokem

    I can't wait to read this book ❤❤❤

  • @debbiegivens7205
    @debbiegivens7205 Před rokem

    ❤Just ordered the book❤️

  • @kimp7118
    @kimp7118 Před rokem +1

    😭Beautiful 🙏🙏

  • @keithreilly386
    @keithreilly386 Před rokem

    Yes it does my son died in front of me but luckily I got him back but with brain damage. And as a Marine I fight it every day and I can’t surrender hate that I couldn’t stop it

  • @justsymms
    @justsymms Před rokem

    Oh wow, sad and happy tears here

  • @tammyh.5258
    @tammyh.5258 Před rokem

    Wow!💔💝🎈

  • @TheCaldwellsway
    @TheCaldwellsway Před rokem

    Wow bubba! ❤️

  • @camerong5511
    @camerong5511 Před rokem

    #LiveLikeRiv ❤

  • @ajproverbsthreefive
    @ajproverbsthreefive Před rokem +1

    😭❤️⚡

  • @1029tbarton
    @1029tbarton Před rokem

    So ❤️🙏🏼

  • @ELENIVITA1
    @ELENIVITA1 Před rokem

    when someone leaves your life there are no words to ease your pain. ....only god can help you .

  • @jenniferpinto7044
    @jenniferpinto7044 Před rokem

    Hope for an audio book😊

  • @Kimmy33k
    @Kimmy33k Před rokem

    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @michelleowens2282
    @michelleowens2282 Před rokem

  • @PristineAutoDetailing

    Surrender! Yes yes yes!

  • @jennifergraham-oo6fr
    @jennifergraham-oo6fr Před rokem

    ❤🙏🏻

  • @lindapeterson8717
    @lindapeterson8717 Před rokem

    💕🍃💕

  • @brandyburton6739
    @brandyburton6739 Před rokem

    Would like to read book don't read much but would like to read this book.

  • @vickierupert5693
    @vickierupert5693 Před rokem

    ❤❤❤✝️

  • @markbroad119
    @markbroad119 Před rokem

    Is there anyway to get it in audio book version? I have long drives and would love to listen to this.

  • @dianestoddard9085
    @dianestoddard9085 Před rokem +1

    Missing riv

  • @WeekendFPV9876
    @WeekendFPV9876 Před rokem

    I miss the old granger…

  • @AnnieLarue
    @AnnieLarue Před 11 měsíci

    i work at the library.

  • @aidenjackson4816
    @aidenjackson4816 Před rokem

    are you still like the old self

  • @thepurpleufo
    @thepurpleufo Před 9 měsíci

    Sorry.