Video Podcast #30 - Channel & Website Updates, Wisconsin Dialect, and a Very Personal Family Update
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 7. 09. 2020
- Think of this video as an audio podcast (lots of me talking) with some video (mostly of me talking). I'll be discussing keto related topics that are in the news, discussing frequently asked questions from my viewers, and sometimes talking about some non-keto stuff (but probably cooking related).
In this episode, I spend the first half on a number of topics all related to the SeriousKeto website and CZcams channel, including a very positive story from one of my viewers about one of my affiliate marketing partners. In the second half of the podcast, I'll share a personal/family update and how it will likely impact SeriousKeto.
Timestamps:
Video "Easter Eggs": 0:24
Wisconsin Dialect: 1:32
CZcams Notifications: 2:55
Hotdog Bun Update: 4:28
Great ChocZero Story: 6:00
Website Issues and Improvements: 7:48
Personal/Family Update: 10:09
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Conner's behavior and acknowledgement of responsibility reflects how he was raised. You should congratulate yourself rather than being self-deprecating.
I couldn't have said it better myself! Great minds think alike!đ
Agreed. 1000%
I worry about todays young adults, they are inundated with so much these days, then I hear stories like Conner's and it makes me feel hopeful...Great country serving family, Thank you!
That's what I was going to say, even when we feel like we don't do a good job as parents the way Conner is stepping up and taking on great responsibility without shirking tells more about how Steve did as a parent than the way he thought he did.
That's very nicely said.
Boot camp is a life altering, growing experience. My daughter joined the Air Force in 1998. She is a tough cookie and stood her ground when the DIs surrounded her and were screaming in her face (they do it to everyone), she said spittle was flying and they were inches from her head. She took it and she impressed them. She spent 4 years in the AF and then switched to the Coast Guard to work on helicopters đ. She manned a winch and flew all over the West Coast in rescues and training exercises based out of San Francisco. Sheâs a chief now and trains new enlisted. Sheâs on the East Coast now. She is strong, loving and doesnât take bs from anyone. Sheâs married with 3 kids and the oldest is going into the AF this fall. We were live in grandparents during the early years of her kids lives and made it possible for her to leave for tours of duty without worrying about whoâs watching over her family. Peace of mind is what we provided. You will provide that same peace of mind when your son is away from his family. And when he graduates from boot camp youâll be incredibly proud of that son in uniform. Heâll be standing strong and proud also!
Connerâs amazing responsibility is a true reflection on how well you raised him. Pat yourself on the back rather than think you fell short. Raising a confident, responsible and loving child was my goal when I became a mom. I too, couldnât be more proud.
I'm sure I speak for lots of your viewers when I say PLEASE thank Connor for his service, from us. I wish him all the very best at boot camp and beyond!
I am the Mom of three veterans, Guard, Air Force, Marines, and when they are leaving they take your heart
with them. The little birds have to leave the nest, but when it comes so suddenly you aren't ready as you think you will be. Support him with bunches of cards and letters will mean so much to him. You have been a great influence on you boy to have such a responsible son. Thanks for your work on Serious Keto.
I'm a former military Mom and my SIL is serving. Please thank Connor for his service and great job Mom and Dad. God bless you all! I will be praying for your family!
I remember dropping off my son at a hotel when he joined the Navy. I cried all the way home. He turned out to be a great young man - successful and debt free. God bless you and your family. I am proud of Connor and his decisions. What a great young man. He will be in my prayers.
Steve, My husband and I so enjoy your videos. Thank you for your truly genuine content, fantastic recipes, and motivation. Your heartfelt words are touching, and I appreciate you for being open with all of us viewers to share your personal story, as we can all identify with you on some level. Your keto journey is an inspiration and so positive. Not many of us are courageous enough to allow ourselves to be honest and vulnerable on camera. Thinking of you today as you drop off your son to Boot Camp. You were hard on yourself about your own parenting skills, but I think there is a lot of good in you as a father that rubbed off on your son as a dad to his own son. God bless you!
Iâm a Marine Mom for 5 years now. It is hard to see your child go to boot camp but time will go fast. Thank him for his service. My son just got back from a year and half from S. Korea and is going back to Parris Island to be a drill instructor. Love our military. Hang in there dad. You can get through this.
Touching tribute about your son. Hubby and I both served in the Air Force. My son did 6 years in the Navy, graduated from University of Pittsburgh last year debt free and just started his lucrative career at a cool location. Best decision ever! Congratulations to your son, it is an honor to serve.
We always say thank you for your service to people who are in the military, but so few in the civilian world understand the sacrifices made by family members of military personnel. So, Steve, to your son, to his family, and to you and your family, thank you for your service.
Wife of a retired Marine here! My entire family is military of some sort. Most are not career like my husband. Connor obviously has a good head on his shoulders. You should be very proud! You raised a great kid!
I will never forget the day I dropped my 18 yr old baby off at the recruiter to fly half way across the country to go to boot camp and ait. I was brave until I drove away and then I cried. I cried for days off and on. He was my first one to leave home. When he came back he was a different kid. It was amazing and I was so glad he did it. Thank your son from an Army mom for his service. And thank you for encouraging him to be the person he is.
Sending prayers to you all. I want to say sincerely thank you to Connor for his service. God Bless. đđ»đșđžđđ»
First thank you Conner for your dedication to our country. Steve, you are such a proud and loving dad. Conner got this from you. Thank you for a wonderful and personal podcast. Prayers for Connerâs safety and peace for your entire family. â€ïž
I just want to say thank you to Connor and your whole family for the sacrifices he and you have made to serve his country and to help keep us all safe! We live in such an amazing country because of God & because of men and women (from the past to the future) like Connor and for everyone who loves them! So, once again, thank you!
One of the things I learned in the Navy was people are a direct reflection of the leadership they receive. I have also seen that in my children. Our kids are a mirror that is sometimes hard to look into. But, sometimes we are amazed. As far as boot camp, just be supportive. Everyone take turns writing, second person news from the others. Then everyone doesnât feel obligated to write everyday. But, write often, it does mean a lot. Send pictures, it is something to hold and so much more meaningful than messages. But, keep doing what you do, it means a lot to a lot of us. Well done,...in all things.
Awww, I know exactly how you feel, being a bit stuck between a feeling of pride for Connor & a measurement of sadness or even anxiety. May the Circle of Light enter your life & keep you centered, focused & strong. Blessings to you All. đđ
Thank you Conner for doing something the vast majority of Americans wouldnât do we will pray for you and your family thank you again
You raised a good man! Having been a woman in the Army 25+ years ago I can tell you it will be hard but worth the investment in his future. Hugs to you dad and the whole family. đ
Steve, I am so proud of you for sharing your emotions. I've admired you since the beginning, and that admiration has deepened today. Life does not go according to plan, but if it did, you would not be blessed with Colton. I hope as you and your family embrace life together that your bonds will continue to strengthen and bring you joy. Best wishes to everyone, but especially to Connor.
How wonderful that Coulton has a grandfather that raised his father to not only accept responsibility for a child he helped create, but to do the hard work or being present to help raise and nurture him. You were part of helping to shape your sonâs character to shoulder the responsibility with his girlfriend, so she is not doing this alone. It warms my heart so much to hear that a child is being loved and cared for in such a way that he does not have to know what neglect and hunger and fear is like so many today. How admirable it is that he is stepping into his role as a man, a husband, a father and a provider with initiative. There are so many things to be proud of in your son. I hope the next few months manage to pass quickly and that you are comforted. đđđ
We have way too much in common! I'm keto in a non keto house and now this!!! Spring of 2019, my pre-nursing daughter was a sophomore in college and decided to join the Army National Guard to be a combat medic. My husband and I dropped our blonde hair, blue eye sweet brave girl off at the airport the day she left for basic in OK. This mom that hardly ever cries did cry so much that day and then once a day for the first 7 weeks of basic. You will be so extremely excited that first day he gets to call home, and the best day of your life will be going to his Basic training graduation. We are SO BLESSED and fortunate to have such strong brave kids. I'm dying to hear where he is going to basic and what MOS he has chosen. Please tell Connor I wish him the best of luck and thank him for his service.
Dude! Your podcasts put me through more of a range of emotions in one video than any other channel I watch! I can relate. I sent my daughter on an LDS mission a few years ago. The 18 months zipped by. Now she's home, and been married for a couple of years. Keep yourself busy brother. It helps. Big (virtual) hug. :)
Good job, Dad! The best we, parent, can do is be a good example in life. Youâve obviously done an excellent job.
Your son is a reflection of you. Clearly, you have done a great job as a father. Bravo Steve. Take a lot of videos of your grandson, it will make the time go by faster for your son.
You raised that boy and what a fine young man he seems to be. I'm praying for your family and Connor. Hugs to you all.
Iâm a military wife and my husband retires at the end of this October. Iâd like to give ya a few tips if you donât mind.
1. Start writing letters (or short notes)now and keep them positive; try not to include your problems unless absolutely necessary. When you have an address you will be ready to send something right away
2. If you have time, record/video your son reading a book or two (or song a favorite song) to your grandson, this will help to keep him in his day to day life.
3. If you donât have time to record get a special teddy bear and call it âdaddyâs bear and put a picture of your son with it; or if someone can sew they can make a doll body and attach a pic of your sons face to it (the army gave us a doll like this for my daughter when my husband was deployed in Iraq when the war first started). It was a way to keep my husband included and she knew who he was when he came home.
The time will go by faster than you think and everything will be okay. If there is any other tips I can give you Iâd be happy to help. Itâs never easy to be apart from a service member but the best thing you have going is family support....that makes a huge difference.
All the best, Moni
EXACTLY!
Thanks for sharing. We are a military family. Made it through 28 yrs US Army, 7 deployments, 3 years apart. Our son just graduated from his 3rd military school & now stationed in Texas. You've got this. It makes for a very resilient family!
Kudos to "grampa"! Conner was raised by a sage man (spice pun intended). :)
Great on Conner as well for stepping up to the plate, taking responsibility, and serving his country, not to mention all of humanity.
My hopes and prayers are with you, Steve, and all of yours.
God Bless you all! I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Thank Connor for his service!
I know the feeling of seeing your son grow up and be a great dad. I have exact feelings about my son. Such a great dad and husband. Makes my heart so full of joy
Perhaps you are enormously proud because you taught Connor what was important. My late husband was in the Marine Corps for 20 years. It truly made him into the fantastic man that I met after he was nearly killed in Afghanistan. My nephew just joined the Navy Reserves. It is ultimately the best thing a person can do -- service to your country is a serious and enormously important growth step. Tell Connor good luck from me. Life will be different, but different isn't always bad.
When I watched my son get on the airplane to go to basic training for the Air Force I felt like my heart was ripped apart. Now 3 years later we are used to it as a new normal and I am so proud of him!
Crying like 2 minutes into family update. (Be enormously proud. You get that. "âChildren's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.") I also cannot imagine my boys going to boot camp. I am praying for all of you â€ïž
Once again, your raw candidness brought me to tears! You, your son, and entire family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult transition.
Hey Steve... Thank you for the heartfelt video today! I could tell by the lump in your throat it's going to be a difficult day, but also a joyous occasion, witnessing your son becoming his own man, and a full-fledged father in his own right! I became a grandmother at the age of 40 my own son being 20 at the time, to make a long story short I have two beautiful granddaughters from my son, and on September 4th we dropped my eldest granddaughter who is 19 years old off at her dorm at a top University, to begin her four-year degree, accomplished by her receiving an academic full ride scholarship! Another granddaughter is well on her way toođ being a young grandparent turned out to be something that worked in all of our favor, as I was able to be engaged in my own career and still had enough energy to spend with them and be a part of all the activities and things they were involved in, creating a very deep bond between all of usđ it is very apparent that you are a very loving person and an engaged father! Your son sounds like an amazing young man & it is easy to see why you are so proud of him! God's blessings to you and your family, and thank you Conner for your service. đșđžđ
My prayers are with you and your family. I remember the days when my one son left for Navy bootcamp and my other son was picked up by his Army recruiter, headed to Army bootcamp! It was a bit rough emotionally but I knew that these were great decisions by both of them. They were being responsible young men and being their own independent people! This is what I raised them to be! It still brings tears to my eyes, eleven years later! My Navy son served on a sub then in Guam. He has now purchased a house and is working at a nuclear power plant (making a lot more money than in the Navy!) My other son had a tour in Afghanistan and a brief stint in Mauritania (his group had to be emergency evacuated out of country). He is now a VA (veterans admin) cop!
Ah, the pride we feel as our children take independent flight, soar and succeed!!!
Your son will do very well. He will gain lots of knowledge and experiences that will influence the wonderful man he is and will become.
The training wheels are off and so many new adventures have opened up for him, his family and you and your wife. Again, my prayers are with you in the unknown, new adventures that life will bring you! Blessings.
My son joined the military several years ago and I know how you must be feeling since you are so close to your son. What he is doing, and why he is doing it for his family speaks volumes of the man he is and how he was raised. I'm sure you are so proud of him even though you miss him like crazy. Thinking of you and your family, and his little boy. Thank you for sharing.
Hi Steve, As hard as this is for your family, please just remember to be so very grateful that Connor is a bright and healthy young man that is completely capable of this new path. The time will fly by and then heâll be on the other side of boot camp and ready to move on to the next steps. My husband did the same thing as a young man and now heâs glad he had the opportunity to learn so much from the military. đ
What a remarkable young man. Heâs made some tough and very wise decisions. Be proud, Daddy! I will pray for him over these next few months. Enjoy your grampa time with little Colton!
Sounds to me like you both did a great job raising your son.
Way to go Connor at setting up and taking responsibility. Putting in the work to raise a family. Thank you for your commitment to keeping America safe and free.
God bless your whole family. Love your channel and these pod cast that are down to earth.
I live in southern Wisconsin. Been here 25 years but was raised in Iowa, close Worthington and Sioux Falls. I know EXACTLY what you speak of! I STILL have people give me a hard time here for how I speak, and people in Iowa give me a hard time for speaking how we do here. I can't win haha. I once worked in Kansas and was reprimanded at work for speaking too fast because I moved from the north and other coworkers couldn't understand because I apparently spoke too fast. I laughed but thought it was bull.
Thanks for your channel. My husband, son and I love it. By the way, when we let our kids go, we watch to see if they learned everything from us that we have taught them all their lives. He obviously learned to be an awesome dad from you. Whether it be something he admired in you or didn't admire. He learned and he applied it to his life. He is blessed to have you be around his son. Realize, you did good. He is also doing good. You should be proud. No matter how things end up, it WILL be ok. Difficult but will be okay.
I am headed into my 50's, have three sons, two of them off on their own, one of those engaged, and my youngest is home yet. My husband is a veteran. Write to your son. Call or take calls from your son. Zoom, skype, face time. All of it will help everyone manage with the change.
Will keep all you in my thoughts and prayers. You have been a great addition to our lives. I always think of your story of shopping in the produce area right when covid happened and your nose dripped. That was THE BEST story! Loved it! Take care!
Prayers for all of you! You should be proud of what a fine young man you and your wife have raised. There is no better foundation than supportive family and parents. Thank you to Connor for his service! â€ïžđșđž You have a whole on-line family of support here!
I had the same issue with a Choczero order. The syrup was fine but the 3 bags of PB cups were completely melted. I emailed them and almost immediately I got an email from them apologizing and gave me a credit for the 3 bags. Total class act. Super customer service. Love their productsđ
Wow. You obviously raised a top notch young man. I was little when 9/11 happened and we've been at war ever since. I have the utmost respect for a young person who's grown up in this climate and joins the military anyway. He sounds like an excellent person. You did good!
Such a great young man you raised. A year ago we took my grandson to his signing in. A very emotional day. I know you are proud of him and his maturity. Family comes first we will see the next video when it is posted. You are still very important to us subscribed here.
Today's podcast really hit home although our sons' circumstances are very different. I have a 2 yo grandson whom I am completely smitten with (as I knew I would be). One thing I didn't expect was the intense joy I get seeing my son together with his son. They are so close. I am awed by how patient Ben is, the consistency and structure he provides for his little guy, and the time they spend together (reading, playing, singing, or even doing baby yoga). Sound familiar? You and your wife have done a great job. Connor is living the values he was taught. When you see or hear stories like this it gives you hope for the future. Thanks for sharing!. â„ïž
I feel your heart . When my little brother went off to Iraq until the day he came home to stay I prayed and prayed . Your son sounds like a smart and responsible young man. Your gonna do fine ! God Bless you and your family ! Army Strong !!
Thank you for providing your insight into "grandfatherhood." Sounds to me like you're a good dad. I really couldn't imagine being in your situation. I'm glad your son is embracing his responsibility and that you're working it out lovingly with him.
I just watched this. First and foremost, thank him for his service. What Connor is doing is great. And also praying.
Steve,
You obviously did a fantastic job raising Connor. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. We are reflections of our fathers. I'm sitting here in tears watching the love and respect you have for him. Please thank him for his service for me.
Love you guys.
Oh and by the way it's "you want a coke? What kind?"
Congrats to your son and to you and your wife for raising such a good, responsible son. He sounds like the kind of man we need more of. Sending him off will be hard, and he will be a different person in some ways when he returns, but be thankful he's doing something positive with his life. Best wishes to you all.
It will be a struggle but be proud of him. I missed all my sons friends( were at my house daily for 5 years) but was so proud of them all, 10 years later they still see me every visit home. I love my Maines and so proud of them. You will miss him daily in everything you see and hear, but know that he will be so much more in 6 months than now. They seem so grown up after first year. I will be thinking of you and family today.
Take a breath and slow your mind in those moments you feel those emotions. Iâm proud for you as a mom of 4 and grandma of 7.
My prayers for your family and gratitude for your son stepping up in such a big way.
Blessings from Texas
One of the best memories of my father was when I was in the Air Force, he wrote me a letter every single day for the entire boot camp. We are praying for you, Connor and your family!
Sounds like you have a great son! I see why you are proud. Mistakes doesn't define the person. We all make mistakes. His response to the situation is spot on. I don't even know him and am proud. I can see the Love you have for your son and I will keep your family in my prayers!
These months will fly by! We can see that you are a great Dad by how much you love Conner and the good decisions heâs making.
My husband and I met and married in the Army, both soldiers, both nurses by the time we were done. Our son enlisted for the National Guard when he was 18. After dropping him off, we were both in tears. My husbandâs remark, âI donât know if I can do this, I left my heart back there.â Exactly how I felt, and you will, also. But it will be okay, heâll do well. You and your wife have given him a strong foundation.
You must be so proud. You are also very blessed to have this opportunity to make an unbreakable bond with Colton and make good memories together.
When your son returns from Boot Camp he will be pretty buff and tanned, and even MORE mature.
Looking forward to the Hot Dog Bun recipe video.
Prayers & strength to Connor & your family! Thank him for his service! God bless!
Thank you for sharing of yourself & your life Steve...my thoughts & prayers are with you all & your son, Conner.đđ I for one, sincerely appreciate his service & his bravery, courage & commitment is very impressive... what a wonderful young man that you & your wife have raised & what a wonderful daddy he has shown himself to be! Good for you for supporting him in his journey... he will get through basic & he'll come through it & be the young man you raised him to be!đ Everything will be alright. đ
Steve, your son is the good man he is, only because you were the best example of a father! Stay strong đȘ! â€ïž
Oh, Steve! My heart đ†We'll be praying for all of you! What an amazing young man Connor is! đ„°
Thank Connor for his service. My Son did 4 years in the marines active duty and it flew by fast. I wrote him a letter every day when he was boot camp and he really liked receiving them.
Just seeing this one now. Much care and love to you and your family. Your son is a product of his upbringing. You and your wife have done a wonderful job. I love how you describe his attention and patience with his son. Your love and support have afforded that opportunity to him. Not all families are so supportive. Well done.
I hope Conner stays safe.
I don't know what to say Steve, what a heart felt sharing of your life. It sounds like you have done an amazing job with your Son; You should be very proud. đ
Steve thanks so much for sharing. I come from a military family so Iâm touched by your story. I will keep Conner and you all in my prayers.
Steve, Thank you for sharing your family with us. I also sometimes feel like I didn't do enough for or with my four kids as they were all growing up, and I often felt like I could have done better. I think that is common of a lot of parents. We want the best for our families. But then I see them all grown up now, and such amazing human beings. It was a long, tough road, but they are my masterpiece. Your children are yours. I will say prayers tonight for you, Connor, and your entire family. Thanks again for all you do. Chin up Dad, you did great!!!
I'm an Air Force mom and your heartfelt podcast brought back a flood of memories from the early days when my son left for USAFA. Eventually I stopped listening for his footsteps on the stairs and got used to the unique silence of kids who have flown from the nest and realized all is as it should be.
It will all go well Steve. You should feel proud. Congrats on being a grandpa! Thatâs wonderful.
I live in the SF Bay Area and my Choc Zero order arrived in the same packaging - it was perfect. No melting. I used their cooler bag to take frozen meat on vacation. Great bonus.
Steve I think your son is amazing and very responsible. That reflects very well on you and your wife. I wish him and his family all the success in their future.
I am so INCREDIBLY proud of Connor (please forgive if I got the spelling wrong) and his very mature decision. I will be praying for him and for your family. THANK YOU SO MUCH for your service and for your sacrifice. Thank you just isn't enough.
You got the spelling right. đ
Bravo for Conner! As I'm sure you are aware, nothing remains the same. The next four months will fly by. Keep a positive attitude and do what you enjoy...cooking!đ€
This is so touching. Praying Connor is safe as he begins this new chapter. Thank you for all you do for us in this keto community and we are all supporting you!
Hello Steve, thank you for sharing your personal story. Your kindness really touches my heart as I'm sure it does for everyone else in your life. The midwest raising no doubt has something to do with that. I was born & raised in NW Iowa and went to Sioux Falls many times. You can take the boy out of the midwest...Thank you for your time & talent.
â€ïž to you and yours. Keto on Steve! We really appreciate all you share and do. Count on us to keep watching!
Best of luck to Connor and his new path. Best of luck to you and your wife and daughter. Iâm sure your grandson will be surrounded by so much love. Itâs wonderful to see young adults taking responsibility and planning their future. You guys did an excellent job. And really, thank you for sharing your humanity and love of family. Itâs very special.
I am an empathic person as well. Watching this made me cry. Bless Conner and you all on this journey.
We've got our collective arms around you, Steve.
Thanks for sharing. đ
God Bless your family, Steve!
These life changes are inevitable, just when we think we're going smoothly, boom!!
Give yourself permission to feel what you need to feel during this challenging time of change. Hug your Grandson often!! Be well!đ
Thank you for sharing the update in your life. My hope is that Connorâs life will be blessed many times over for the courage, love and service that he is giving to his family and country. đđŒ
Steve, please know prayers for you, your son and your family are offered. You evidently did a tremendous job raising Connor, he sounds like he is a Stand Up sort of guy---well done, THANK YOU CONNOR for offering yourself to serve. My husband retired from a 20yr career in the Army and I see him as a product of his career and I see the sense of satisfaction he derives from his time in the military and know YOU are in for a great adventure.....I pray blessings over your time with the military--for safety and tremendous growth! Thank you Steve for sharing!
Thank you for the kind words.
SO proud of you for sharing this family topic. I always tell people the best mistake I made in my life was joining the US Navy ...gave me strength , discipline, learned respect for others and stretched myself to a level I had no idea I could ever get to. My eyes were watering with yours Steve...tell Conner he is my hero and someday I'd be happy to find him the best job / career of his life. All the best ...less carbs , more family love. Peace out
You touched my heart and made me cry. Tell Connor thank you for his service. I would say you did an excellent job raising Connor because he is a fine young man.
I love how you are acknowledging how proud you are of your son. Thanks so much for sharing about what is happening with your family... now I know how I can be praying for you guys! This touched my heart. God bless you and may Connor stay safe and have success in all heâs doing.
Family always comes first. You do what you need to do for you and your family and just know that those of us who love your channel, your stories, your sharing with us your personal thoughts and circumstances, will be here for you! I only know you though YT, but I get the sense that you are an awesome husband and dad, and an all around great guy! I wouldn't watch your every video if I didn't think so. So take whatever time you need and go at your own pace. Life has been a bit of a roller coaster ride these last several years for many of us. When things get hard, Take some deep breaths, try to find your center, and stand in your Light! Sending well wishes to you and your family and hope you stay safe, healthy and happy! Peace, Love and Light to you all!
You have every right to be proud of your son. I am proud of him and I don't even know him. You handled becoming a grandfather well. My ex split a couple of months after our granddaughter was born to our high school daughter (and blamed her to boot). I was 47 and felt very young for a grandmother. That was 15, nearly 16 years ago. Long story short, my granddaughter came to live with my husband (I have been remarried now for 11 years) and myself. That was 20 months ago. Raising a teenager again has had its challenges but I find that I am a calmer parental figure this time around. I feel blessed that I have been allowed this opportunity. Thank you so much for sharing this personal side.
You and your family got this, there is so much love and support. Prayers to your family and Connor as he starts a new chapter in life ..what a brave, respectful, and responsible young man.
Steve...thanks for sharing...family is everything, my friend...I am a wee bit older than you (62) with 3 of my own, and 3 grandsons...all less than 4...It sounds like you and your wife have taught Conner well...you should be proud, I am sure that he knows that you are...He will take what you both have taught him and run with it... guarantee that you will have more and more "proud moments"...Go get'em, Conner...:)
Hi, Steve. Thanks for sharing! What a wonderful son you have! And your entire family! Keep on Serious Keto - keep on! When I need motivation you are the first podcast I tune into! We (as your followers) will help you along this new journey- keep us updated with little things about family!
Thank you for sharing. When my son left for college I sat down and wept like a baby. It is difficult but you will be OK. I am proud of your family! Very positive at a time when the news is NOT positive.
Congratulations on your Grandson. Your son is awesome. He was raised well. Thank your for your content.
Appreciate your channel. Thank you for sharing today. Can certainly tell how you love your treasured family. Best wishes to your son and thank him for his service. Very responsible thing for him to do. We appreciate his service and commitment to the country and his family. I look up to him.
You should be proud of your son and yourself, as your son had you as a role model. No explanation required there. Also I wanted you to know that I was listening to you on my way home from work and hearing the emotion in your voice when you spoke of your son made me tear up. The time will be never ending and at the same time it will pass before you know it. Enjoy your grandson in the meantime :)
Be proud brother, he will be a different man when he completes basic training! Thank you Conner for your service!! #AirForceRetiree
Well done raising such an amazing young man. Good for him for taking responsibility for his family and their situation â€ïž... Time will go by fast!
We all appreciate your being open and honest with us about your life. I hope you all glide through this change in your life like BUTTER! I understand the thought that your sons ability to parent is a source of massive pride. My daughter also makes me feel like a lousy parent with her parenting skills! We did good! Obviously! I hope one of your end results is a cookbook!â€â€â€â€
Sympathizing with you and the family. Grew up in a military family. Currently, have a neice in the Marine Corp. It never gets easier. Thinking about you all and praying for you! The reunion will be really great!