As someone with autism and a whole range of stuff connected to it, I totally understand what Paul means about the pranking. It's hard to explain, but it makes be feel seen and accepted for who I am when my loved ones feel safe enough to joke about it. Because the trust has to go both ways for it to work. The person joking/pranking needs to trust the one with the condition to always understand that it comes from a place of love. ❤
I live with my autistic son and his autistic partner. I have adhd and I am visually impaired and will go blind within a few years. We give each other shit constantly. Life would be boring otherwise.
I think it's because it makes you feel "normal", if there is such a thing. It says a lot about you in that you can make light of your struggles and have some fun with it. We are all imperfect and have our own issues, I love joking and having fun about those things to level the playing field. 🙂
@@angelawossnamewhy are you doing this, this makes me so sad. I have adhd, nld and glaucoma. My boyfriend has a visual impairement and I guess, he is also severe autistic. He sometimes critisises me a lot. He isn't an easy charakter. I told him not to do that and to stop with that. I know he really loves me and wants the best for me, I also love him very much and I want the best for him. Try all to be friendly to each other certainly if you will turn blind one day. I know autism isn't easy and I know people with autism can be very harsch to people especially people with adhd because they are very different. But everybody needs to be nice to each other live is difficult enough if you have a disability.
I also looovvveee the reaction of Mr. Maple. When Paul fell and MM had his cane in his mouth I laughed so hard! I think he is totally part of, and engaged on a different level with these two humans.
Goldens and labs are the more common breeds to be trained to be guide dogs. One of my close friends is married to a woman who’s legally blind and has a yellow lab, Barry Manillow. He is her second guide dog, the first, Wisdom, also a lab, having to be retired because the smoke from the forest fires in California harmed her eyes so she wouldn’t have been able to work. I loved her, she was so sweet, very lovey and adorable. When she was off the harness she licked my hands for fifteen minutes and wouldn’t leave my side. I’ve seen other breeds as therapy dogs but goldens and labs are more common because of their high intelligence and love for people. I’m so happy you have such a sweet, adorable pup, he’s the best ❤
@@CrisOnTheInternet German Shepards are probably also a very popular breed for GSD, I know they are for military/police dogs; because of their strong sense of smell and intelligence they’re used to detect bombs and drugs at airport security and weapons in areas occupied by the US military. But because of their intelligence, loyalty, and sweet nature, they can be good guide dogs
Backpacks with a lot of space in them are such a life-saver when doing groceries without a car. Load up all the heavy stuff in the backpack and you don't have to worry about accidentally crushing the softer stuff or deal with the strain on both your arm and your hand from trying to carry something too heavy. Camping backpacks are fantastic for grocery shopping. Multiple compartments means more safe space for soft stuff, and the backpack is purpose built for carrying large volumes and heavy loads comfortably for long treks. Also, helps a lot to carry reusable bags (always good to be environmentally friendly) with comfortable handles, and one or two that you can hang over the shoulder. I'd use my gym bag, so I could swing the long strap over my head. Hands free, comfortable, and lots of space. Sometimes I'd even go double, gym bag on one side, reusable bag with a long strap over the other. And my hands were still free! Of course that would be one heck of a workout haha. Had more than enough carry volume to load myself with more weight than I could carry.
Maple is absolutely the sweetest dog I’ve seen and I’ve been around a lot of dogs. He’s so sweet and happy. Brings me peace just looking at his precious face ❤!
Hey can I please take this moment, to appreciate the little guy in the backseat.🎶🎻 Matthew, I adore your deep love towards Paul & his vision abilities. The way you embrace and enhance one another, it often goes unmentioned.. 👣And just want you to know, it never goes unnoticed by us.. 💧🌱🗝 No doubt there's been moments in your lives together, where the blind has lead the blind. There will be many more moments (like that) to come.🙌 Thank you for bringing all of this to our table, in sharing your lives together. From the high of rock climbing and the lows of Paul's sight deteriorating. Plus all of the pranks along the way😂 Was totally waiting for Paul to get you back with a huge "RAA-ROAR," when you were sneaking a huddle of penguins on the bed😂 Grins! Next time!😂😂 Bless you both and absolutely loving your autumn attire. The maples are about to go that colour soon😊
I am a straight white female and find you both so genuine. The love and laughter between you both is a gift. Everyone should be as lucky as you to truly enjoy your life together. Your friendship is the key to your relationship. Never let that go.
I love you two guys. You are the very epitome of compatible soul mates. Paul has such a positive attitude towards managing his disability and always has such a beautiful smile. Matthew is so loving and caring and never displays any irritation regarding the things he has to do to support Paul. You are an example of true human love and kindness.
I would like to express my honest gratitude for showing me the harmless side of pranks and also talking about the importance of pranks being harmless. Pranks usually trigger my PTSD immediately and some of the things that Matthew did would not be harmless to me. But it helps to see Paul genuinely enjoying them and at least I can understand where his joy is coming from, so it's really helping me to heal. Thank you so much for that!
love you guys so much!!! for a school project my grade is going to partner with some people in the community who are blind so we can come up with prototypes of things to help assist people who are blind. I would love to hear what would be the most meaningful to you guys!! You guys are truly inspiring!
Unrelated but I'm visually impaired but not exactly blind... I remember in my former school one of the guys there had a research that would help low vision and blind people. It was like an improved/revamped white cane. Like instead of just being a white cane or stick, it had added necessary sensor. I'm not sure to the extent of said prototype cause I wasn't really involved but I hope this helps, or gives you a bit of an idea? 😅
@@rugma1696 I am also visual impacted ( I have a sever astigmatism and i am color blind. everything gets statically at random times and bury... i don't know why lol) , i am also part deaf! if any of y'all have any suggestions or ideas of things I can build to help y'all out I would love to hear!!
Hey guys! I found your channel yesterday and as a blind woman, I absolutely love your channel. You guys make me laugh, so so so hard!!! I have been completely blind, my whole life. As for signatures, I can sign my name with a pen or the signature guide you described, but I also have a signature stamp. I learned my name and then Had it turned into it stamp, and when it runs out, I will just refill the ink pad. I would love to hang out with you guys someday!
I'm studying among other things sighted guide for the deafblind, and there are a lot of techniques to avoid the "too wide" problem you mentioned. Most importantly, the ability to tell the person you're guiding to get behind you when there's no space or an obstacle is coming hahaha
The love between the two of you and Mr. Maple shows through so strongly in your videos. It's very encouraging to everyone out there trying to navigate through each of our own unique challenges. Wishing the best for your family.
I just love you two. Your relationship gives me hope to end my singleness, lol....I adore the way you are together, your hilarious pranks, laughs and your love! 🏳🌈❣👨❤👨
thank you so so much for this nice long video! i was having a really rough morning but getting to see a twenty minute clip of my favorite people was the perfect distraction. once again, you never fail to brighten my day with your funny, charming adorableness
@@MatthewandPaulOfficial I figured that Paul would have said his favorite thing was having you read to him. Watched on Patreon but am watching again as I do things.
Buses can be a pain, I remember getting on a bus at night (I have no night vision at all) and I ended up in a strange part of the city and panicking on how I would get home. My colleagues would prank me by standing on my blind side and everytime I had eye surgery and returned to work, they would sing "I can see clearly now". That song got rather boring so I made a song list with lyrics for them of songs that spoke about vision eg Double Vision by Foreigner needless to say the singing stopped lol. I think you two are brilliant and I love how Matthew can play pranks with a straight face too.
The signature guide is available in a format that fits in the same wallet slots as credit cards etc, so you can both carry one each on you every time you go out.
I'm so lucky to find your channel!! You're videos are so wholesome and just so much fun to watch. I want to show my children your videos if I ever have one. It's just so good to naturally intake the diversity of couples. I love you guys so much please keep it up!!
I’m Swedish and I have never filled out a form for medical stuff. Not even as a kid in the 80s it was needed. We had these plastic cards with raised letters they put under the paper and then ink on top so it stamped the info from the card. Now it’s all digital. I just sign in with my “personal number” (similar to security number) on a screen in the waiting room and it says what time my appointment is and that I’m checked in. Not sure what they do for blind people but I’m sure there’s a solution. Worst case you can ask someone to enter your number for you.
This will be very, VERY interesting (and super sweet too) I’m sure! Would you have picked out the same answers for each other I wonder? Looking forward to this one! ❤️ ❤️
The most comfortable guide is your partner ... 🥰 Because he always cares about you and talk to you and tell you about the everything in the way ..💯 and also makes you laugh
I AM LEARNING, I AM LEARNING! TO ME, WHAT YOU BOTH DESCRIBE IS A COMPLETE DISCOVERY OF HOW VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE AND THEIR COMPANIONS FEEL IN EVERYDAY LIVE! IT IS REALLY FASCINATING AND YOU ARE BOTH TEACHING US A LOT! IT IS ALSO AN OPPORTUNITY TO REFLECT AND MEDITATE ON HOW TO TURN A ''DISADVANTAGE'' INTO A A VERY POSITIVE AND ENJOYABLE ''ADVANTAGE''! YOU ARE MAKING ME WANT TO HAVE A BLIND HUSBAND...AND I AM SERIOUS HERE!
There's a type of signature block card that's the size and shape of a credit card that fits into a standard wallet. Matthew's description about the cut out is correct. It just gets laid over a signature line and then you just sign within the cut out.
You can use a business card as a substitute for a signature block. Just line up the left edge where you start to sign, and the card goes under the signature line. You do T need to spend $10 on a signature block.
어디든 데려다주는 매튜가 없을 때에도 대중교통에서 많은 재미있는 이야기를 품어오는 폴~ 진정한 아티스트라구요~ 두 번째 장점에서 개인적으로도 큰 깨달음을 얻었어요. 저는 모바일 애플리케이션 개발자에요. 평소 Talkback에 연동되는 접근성 기능 개발을 많이 귀찮아했는데, 앞으로는 제대로 확인하고 더 자세히 알 수 있도록 만들고 싶어졌어요. 시각화한 멀티미디어 관련 애플리케이션을 만들고 있는데요, 누구든 쉽게 편하게 재미있을 수 있는 UX로 접근성 개발까지 고려해야겠다는 다짐이 들었어요. 정말 귀감이 되는 부부입니다. 고마워요 😂❤
I love seeing you guys! You both are such bright spots in everyone's lives. I have a rare genetic disorder, and sometimes get down about it. You guys cheer me up.
You guys are literally one person and the most entertaining couple on youtube. You are so incredibly in sync. . ❤ keep these videos comimg. They really brighten my day. 😂🇨🇦
Seriously. Also, if u want passes to the ACCESSIBLE attractions at Niagara Parks attractions, let me know. I have sweet hookups😬 🇨🇦 My partner works at One of the attractions. The other cool thing is the hydro plant. Everything is a guided tour at that place. And the butterfly conservatory. Sensory. Butterflies land on you. Maybe sound creepy, but I assure you. I won't be there. Lol I can even just leave them in a P.O. Box. All good. Your videos and squirmy and grubs videos made me ask just how accessible these places were. Which is important. Makes me realize how much we take for granted, being sighted,hearing, or physically able bodied. I am climbing off my soap box right now, LOL.. Anyways, I enjoy your videos. Keep up the good life lessons.❤️
I never get tired of watching you two simply enjoying each others' company, no matter what you're talking about. You are so perfectly suited. (BTW I'm commenting here even though I watch the extended episode on Patreon because you see to have stopped responding to comments on Patreon. Or am I missing something?) Whatever. Love you guys!
I get when Matthew says it's a challenge maneuvering a 'wide load' of people walking side by side when being a sighted guide. Can we, as sighted pedestrians, help in some way when on the streets with visually impaired people?
I think just getting out of their way, so that they don't have to get out of yours, is probably the most helpful thing to do. And not distracting them or speaking to them unnecessarily when they may be for instance busy counting their steps.
I found your longer vlogs 😊 now I have to watch a lot of videos and I'm so happy about it! Matthew , Paul and Mr.Maple content for days!!! You guys rock, I love you so much ❤
Use a backpack when you use public transit to go shopping. Add more capacity by also using a cross-body bag or messenger bag. There are also a variety of wheeled bags/carts that you can pull with one hand like the Dolly Trolley.
This is gonna be very interesting and so sweet. I'm curious to hear and see what Matthews answers are about being married to someone someone who is blind! Matthew kudos to you. You're the best. Matthew Paul is lucky to have you in his life.😊 You guys make the best couple. Love you guys. I can't wait to see the video.😊❤
I think it’s amazing the teasing and pranking is done in love, and as a viewer I watch because you can see the silliness and the love in the prank… In NO way do any of us watch it because we know you are not in anyway making fun Paul … WE ALL SEE THE AMAZING LOVE BETWEEN BOTH OF YOU.. I see the sweetness that comes from both of you and lucky you both are to of found each other… Perfect … AND THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR LIFES WITH THE WORLD… 💋 💋 ♥️♥️🐕💋♥️
I love you guys and Mr. Maple so much❤ It's just wonderful to hear your stories and laugh together with you. And I'm totally into the bus stories and also the elevator stories😂 Could be a series😉 And also I wanna say I'm sorry for your loss Paul. Your brother is always with you❤❤
Paul, I hear you about signing forms. As someone who has a disability and difficulty writing, I have a signature stamp with my name on it for signing stuff, Mathew can guide your hand over to the line, and you can stamp it. Also, have you ever considered making Matthew your Durable Power of Attorney, then he can do basically anything for you including filling out and even signing forms for you!
Omg, why do I love you 3 so much?! You're beautiful wonderful people and I love being included into your lives. Please stay strong in love! Paul, I'm sad to hear about your brother. I lost one 2 years ago as well as my sister and mom. May you heal the best you can.
Paul - We just received your precious calendar and it’s just too adorable and lovely for words!!! And it arrived so quickly! Must have your books for our two little next! Thanks so much!
Matthew, my partner Art (who was not a professional musician) always said that of the two he would rather lose sight than hearing. He loved music so much. As a professionally trained musician, and with intimate knowledge about being sightless living with Paul, have you considered a life without sound or vision... IF you could choose. Since Paul, like most people, had NO CHOICE I clearly understand if this is not a topic either of you are prepared to talk about. Even years after his death I still have never come to terms understanding Art's choice to choose hearing music he loves over seeing the world around us. I'm hoping you have a perspective that I have not considered...
I lost a friend to Diabetes after surviving for fifty years with it, could she have done more to manage her disease, have a service dog to detect low blood sugar, etcetera? As an adult she deserved to have a friend that didn't judge or try to direct her health care. More than once talking with her on the phone I had to call her brother next door to check on her, because of her having noticeable low blood sugar. But telling her to do this or do that, just wouldn't have been respectful of her choice to handle her health care the way she saw fit. I never regret letting her have me as a friend that didn't judge or make inferences of what she should or shouldn't do. She is one of those people I will always miss. Sometimes the best way to love is not to hold on too tight.
@@ps1999 Are you talking to My Post or did you mean to reply to Matthew and Paul's Video...for them to see? I am sorry to hear about your friend of fifty years.
Hi guys! I just want to tell you that I, spoiler alert.....recently, (as recent as 3 days ago) discovered your channel and you NEED TO KNOW I personally ADORE you both. Matthew is so mischievously cunning (I aspire to be so cunning) and Paul so adorably gullible..... IT JUST WORKS!!! How beautiful it is to see untainted, indiscriminate PURE love. Too bad most people are opportunists so all they know is how to get over on the next person etc...... may God continue to bless you both!!
There's not much to say. Just that you two are really cute. I love that smile and the laughs. Lots of health and luck in life to you. Including Maple too. Kisses from Brazil.
I'm in the UK, one of the things people can have here is a stamp of their signature, not just for blind people, if you have Parkinson's or arthritis your signature may be inconsistant.There are also writing frames, basically a card similar to a credit card but with an oblong punched out, you place this over the signature box, there is also a guide line which I think is elastic. I LOVE Matthew's pranks, they are funny, never mean, and I love Paul's 'MATHEEEEEW'.
I have a number of friends who are visually impaired, or legally blind, and I am often their driver. I have learned to give a commentary on what is going on outside the car-an upcoming bumpy road or very heavy traffic, or whatever. This helps my companion adjust for potholes, or stop and go movements. I have also learned how to give ongoing aids when walking with one of my friends. If a sidewalk is not even, I will say, “Stop, there is a bump on the sidewalk that is an inch and a half high,” or tell them how tall a curb is, or that the sidewalk goes down now. I am so much more aware of how to help a visually impaired person navigate now, and am honored to be able to assist them.
This channel has been really positive for me. I’m really glad you two have each other, it’s very rare to have two people compliment each other so well. Both my partner and I have our own disabilities and idiosyncrasies, but fortunate for us we usually can compensate for each other. He makes sure I understand what is being said because I have neurological disorders one of which affects my ability to process sound, I struggle with verbal communication and the constant ringing in my ears, he relies on the fact that my vision is far superior to find things, color match and make out writing. He is the one who can drive and I’m the one who can locate where sound is coming from, but he is far superior when it comes to matching pitch, though I don’t really play any instruments anymore. I’m short so he gets me things out of reach and I fix tech issues. I’m amazing at cooking and he’s superior at cleaning. We both deal with chronic pain, but come from different generations, cultures and life experiences, ultimately we work towards bringing out the best in each other and helping each other grow. I m good at forgetting and he’s good at reminding. When one person is stressed the other can bring a sense of calm. I’m glad you point out when pranking is ok and when it’s not. I love the pranks here, they are truly some of the most wholesome some ones I’ve seen. They are on the same level as cats being goofy and dogs being cute videos. It’s really refreshing in our world controlled by algorithms to create the most outrage, just to distract from real issues, to offer products as solutions to systemic issues and ultimately commodifying attention spans to create profits.
As a special education teacher, I can tell you that you can have a stamp made with his signature and he can carry it everywhere he goes. Just a suggestion. Make sure you do not loose it!
I am married to a low vision man and I put return address label near the top of his blind cane which includes phone number. Then I put scotch tape on top of it. When he forgets it at a restaurant (usually a road trip to another city) ,he will usually get a call telling us where it is. The scotch tape keeps ink from rubbing off quickly.
I think the cutout-for-signature-thing could be easily done with an old credit card Just cut out the rectangle with a boxcutter then you also wouldn't have to worry about carrying it with you since it easily fits into a wallet :)
When I'm sad, I just watch you both and you guys just put a smile right on my face. I hope I'll have the fortune to bump into both of you on the streets of Seattle one day!
Seeing your spouse’s blemishes becomes no big deal. Especially after you go through cancer together. It’s the most wonderful thing to have someone with whom you can be completely yourself.
Love you two and Mr Maple of course 💖 and love these kind of videos it is so insightful to listen to you both and how you interact. Everytime i watch a video from you all i can think of is "couple goals".
Yeah I find watching the prank videos kind of funny to, aging good if Matthew does that then Paul can see what he looks like a an older age, but if Paul does to then he can see what he himself will look like an older age since he won't when he get older.
I work in retail and we have a few blind people who come in occasionally and being a sighted guide to get them to the sections they want to get to -- the double wide thing!!
I wanna help you prank Paul! If ever come to NYC can show you around and point things out to you that you might not know or have noticed when you were here if wanted. My favorite pranks so far is the one with the million panguins and Maple as a lion! He looked so cute in the lion custom! Such a good cute doggo boy!
As someone with autism and a whole range of stuff connected to it, I totally understand what Paul means about the pranking. It's hard to explain, but it makes be feel seen and accepted for who I am when my loved ones feel safe enough to joke about it. Because the trust has to go both ways for it to work. The person joking/pranking needs to trust the one with the condition to always understand that it comes from a place of love. ❤
I live with my autistic son and his autistic partner. I have adhd and I am visually impaired and will go blind within a few years. We give each other shit constantly. Life would be boring otherwise.
I think it's because it makes you feel "normal", if there is such a thing. It says a lot about you in that you can make light of your struggles and have some fun with it. We are all imperfect and have our own issues, I love joking and having fun about those things to level the playing field. 🙂
I love their pranks, because they’re always _only_ amusing and never meant to upset anyone.
I have adhd, nld and glaucoma. I can understand you. My boyfriend also laughs with certain things.
@@angelawossnamewhy are you doing this, this makes me so sad. I have adhd, nld and glaucoma. My boyfriend has a visual impairement and I guess, he is also severe autistic. He sometimes critisises me a lot. He isn't an easy charakter. I told him not to do that and to stop with that. I know he really loves me and wants the best for me, I also love him very much and I want the best for him. Try all to be friendly to each other certainly if you will turn blind one day. I know autism isn't easy and I know people with autism can be very harsch to people especially people with adhd because they are very different. But everybody needs to be nice to each other live is difficult enough if you have a disability.
I think the best part of the pranks is when Paul says 'Matthew!' 😂 I've also been loving the penguin ones 🥰
Paul’s MATTHEW! exclamation is my favorite part! 😂❤
YES
I also looovvveee the reaction of Mr. Maple. When Paul fell and MM had his cane in his mouth I laughed so hard! I think he is totally part of, and engaged on a different level with these two humans.
Paul, I’m so sorry about your brother. Gentlemen, you are so loving and upbeat that you brighten my day. Thank you.
Thanks so much
As a young member of the lgbtq community I LOVE seeing your content it always makes me smile thank you :D
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@@heatherreich2687 hello
Something that Ellie would write lol
@@sombralaquetehackea7505 but with cuss words lol
Agreed
Paul, I am so genuinely sorry to hear that you lost your brother 😢😔 my sincerest condolences. I'm glad you and Matthew have eachother.
Goldens and labs are the more common breeds to be trained to be guide dogs. One of my close friends is married to a woman who’s legally blind and has a yellow lab, Barry Manillow. He is her second guide dog, the first, Wisdom, also a lab, having to be retired because the smoke from the forest fires in California harmed her eyes so she wouldn’t have been able to work. I loved her, she was so sweet, very lovey and adorable. When she was off the harness she licked my hands for fifteen minutes and wouldn’t leave my side. I’ve seen other breeds as therapy dogs but goldens and labs are more common because of their high intelligence and love for people. I’m so happy you have such a sweet, adorable pup, he’s the best ❤
The other breed I can think of is German shepherd
@@CrisOnTheInternet German Shepards are probably also a very popular breed for GSD, I know they are for military/police dogs; because of their strong sense of smell and intelligence they’re used to detect bombs and drugs at airport security and weapons in areas occupied by the US military. But because of their intelligence, loyalty, and sweet nature, they can be good guide dogs
Backpacks with a lot of space in them are such a life-saver when doing groceries without a car. Load up all the heavy stuff in the backpack and you don't have to worry about accidentally crushing the softer stuff or deal with the strain on both your arm and your hand from trying to carry something too heavy.
Camping backpacks are fantastic for grocery shopping. Multiple compartments means more safe space for soft stuff, and the backpack is purpose built for carrying large volumes and heavy loads comfortably for long treks.
Also, helps a lot to carry reusable bags (always good to be environmentally friendly) with comfortable handles, and one or two that you can hang over the shoulder. I'd use my gym bag, so I could swing the long strap over my head. Hands free, comfortable, and lots of space. Sometimes I'd even go double, gym bag on one side, reusable bag with a long strap over the other. And my hands were still free!
Of course that would be one heck of a workout haha. Had more than enough carry volume to load myself with more weight than I could carry.
Maple is absolutely the sweetest dog I’ve seen and I’ve been around a lot of dogs. He’s so sweet and happy. Brings me peace just looking at his precious face ❤!
Love you guys so much!
Paul, I’m sorry you lost your big brother recently 🥺😢. Glad you have Matthew and Maple to support you.
🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Hey can I please take this moment, to appreciate the little guy in the backseat.🎶🎻 Matthew, I adore your deep love towards Paul & his vision abilities. The way you embrace and enhance one another, it often goes unmentioned.. 👣And just want you to know, it never goes unnoticed by us.. 💧🌱🗝
No doubt there's been moments in your lives together, where the blind has lead the blind. There will be many more moments (like that) to come.🙌
Thank you for bringing all of this to our table, in sharing your lives together. From the high of rock climbing and the lows of Paul's sight deteriorating. Plus all of the pranks along the way😂 Was totally waiting for Paul to get you back with a huge "RAA-ROAR," when you were sneaking a huddle of penguins on the bed😂 Grins! Next time!😂😂
Bless you both and absolutely loving your autumn attire. The maples are about to go that colour soon😊
I couldnt have said it better. These two have been on my favorites list from the first video I saw-- which was a prank!
I am a straight white female and find you both so genuine. The love and laughter between you both is a gift. Everyone should be as lucky as you to truly enjoy your life together. Your friendship is the key to your relationship. Never let that go.
You both look amazing, and I'm grateful for showing us such good role models and examples of love ,perseverance, and owesome content.
Thank you so much!
I love you two guys. You are the very epitome of compatible soul mates. Paul has such a positive attitude towards managing his disability and always has such a beautiful smile. Matthew is so loving and caring and never displays any irritation regarding the things he has to do to support Paul. You are an example of true human love and kindness.
You guys are freaking adorable, and it's time to tell u that I recently came out ,and I am grateful you both exist in my life .
Hope your coming out went smoothly! 💛
I would like to express my honest gratitude for showing me the harmless side of pranks and also talking about the importance of pranks being harmless. Pranks usually trigger my PTSD immediately and some of the things that Matthew did would not be harmless to me. But it helps to see Paul genuinely enjoying them and at least I can understand where his joy is coming from, so it's really helping me to heal. Thank you so much for that!
I love that your pranks are NEVER hurtful or anything and that it just seems to be another way you two show love for each other. ❤❤
love you guys so much!!! for a school project my grade is going to partner with some people in the community who are blind so we can come up with prototypes of things to help assist people who are blind. I would love to hear what would be the most meaningful to you guys!! You guys are truly inspiring!
Unrelated but I'm visually impaired but not exactly blind...
I remember in my former school one of the guys there had a research that would help low vision and blind people.
It was like an improved/revamped white cane. Like instead of just being a white cane or stick, it had added necessary sensor.
I'm not sure to the extent of said prototype cause I wasn't really involved but I hope this helps, or gives you a bit of an idea? 😅
@@rugma1696 I am also visual impacted ( I have a sever astigmatism and i am color blind. everything gets statically at random times and bury... i don't know why lol) , i am also part deaf! if any of y'all have any suggestions or ideas of things I can build to help y'all out I would love to hear!!
you have inspired me to do volunteer work with the local center for the blind in my area ! Love you Matthew and Paul
That is awesome!
Hey guys! I found your channel yesterday and as a blind woman, I absolutely love your channel. You guys make me laugh, so so so hard!!! I have been completely blind, my whole life. As for signatures, I can sign my name with a pen or the signature guide you described, but I also have a signature stamp. I learned my name and then Had it turned into it stamp, and when it runs out, I will just refill the ink pad. I would love to hang out with you guys someday!
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I'm studying among other things sighted guide for the deafblind, and there are a lot of techniques to avoid the "too wide" problem you mentioned. Most importantly, the ability to tell the person you're guiding to get behind you when there's no space or an obstacle is coming hahaha
The love between the two of you and Mr. Maple shows through so strongly in your videos. It's very encouraging to everyone out there trying to navigate through each of our own unique challenges. Wishing the best for your family.
Thank you so much!
I just love you two. Your relationship gives me hope to end my singleness, lol....I adore the way you are together, your hilarious pranks, laughs and your love! 🏳🌈❣👨❤👨
😊 thank you
thank you so so much for this nice long video! i was having a really rough morning but getting to see a twenty minute clip of my favorite people was the perfect distraction. once again, you never fail to brighten my day with your funny, charming adorableness
You're so welcome!
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I figured that Paul would have said his favorite thing was having you read to him. Watched on Patreon but am watching again as I do things.
Best small business name I ever saw: an e-cigarette shop and deli called 'Cold Turkey.'
Buses can be a pain, I remember getting on a bus at night (I have no night vision at all) and I ended up in a strange part of the city and panicking on how I would get home. My colleagues would prank me by standing on my blind side and everytime I had eye surgery and returned to work, they would sing "I can see clearly now". That song got rather boring so I made a song list with lyrics for them of songs that spoke about vision eg Double Vision by Foreigner needless to say the singing stopped lol.
I think you two are brilliant and I love how Matthew can play pranks with a straight face too.
The signature guide is available in a format that fits in the same wallet slots as credit cards etc, so you can both carry one each on you every time you go out.
I'm so lucky to find your channel!! You're videos are so wholesome and just so much fun to watch. I want to show my children your videos if I ever have one. It's just so good to naturally intake the diversity of couples. I love you guys so much please keep it up!!
I'm obsessed with you 2! You bring me joy and seeing the hysterical moments you 2 share! Keep going! Keep the light shinning! We all need some! 😉
Thank you so much!!
I’m Swedish and I have never filled out a form for medical stuff. Not even as a kid in the 80s it was needed. We had these plastic cards with raised letters they put under the paper and then ink on top so it stamped the info from the card. Now it’s all digital. I just sign in with my “personal number” (similar to security number) on a screen in the waiting room and it says what time my appointment is and that I’m checked in. Not sure what they do for blind people but I’m sure there’s a solution. Worst case you can ask someone to enter your number for you.
This will be very, VERY interesting (and super sweet too) I’m sure! Would you have picked out the same answers for each other I wonder? Looking forward to this one! ❤️ ❤️
Again, You two make me smile. Continue to love each other and appreciate the individuals you are.
The most comfortable guide is your partner ... 🥰 Because he always cares about you and talk to you and tell you about the everything in the way ..💯 and also makes you laugh
Love you guyzzzz... I accidentally watched one your prank shorts... and see... I am addicted to your videos... love love love 😘
Thank you so much 😀
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I AM LEARNING, I AM LEARNING! TO ME, WHAT YOU BOTH DESCRIBE IS A COMPLETE DISCOVERY OF HOW VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE AND THEIR COMPANIONS FEEL IN EVERYDAY LIVE! IT IS REALLY FASCINATING AND YOU ARE BOTH TEACHING US A LOT! IT IS ALSO AN OPPORTUNITY TO REFLECT AND MEDITATE ON HOW TO TURN A ''DISADVANTAGE'' INTO A A VERY POSITIVE AND ENJOYABLE ''ADVANTAGE''! YOU ARE MAKING ME WANT TO HAVE A BLIND HUSBAND...AND I AM SERIOUS HERE!
There's a type of signature block card that's the size and shape of a credit card that fits into a standard wallet. Matthew's description about the cut out is correct. It just gets laid over a signature line and then you just sign within the cut out.
You can use a business card as a substitute for a signature block. Just line up the left edge where you start to sign, and the card goes under the signature line. You do T need to spend $10 on a signature block.
어디든 데려다주는 매튜가 없을 때에도 대중교통에서 많은 재미있는 이야기를 품어오는 폴~ 진정한 아티스트라구요~
두 번째 장점에서 개인적으로도 큰 깨달음을 얻었어요. 저는 모바일 애플리케이션 개발자에요. 평소 Talkback에 연동되는 접근성 기능 개발을 많이 귀찮아했는데, 앞으로는 제대로 확인하고 더 자세히 알 수 있도록 만들고 싶어졌어요. 시각화한 멀티미디어 관련 애플리케이션을 만들고 있는데요, 누구든 쉽게 편하게 재미있을 수 있는 UX로 접근성 개발까지 고려해야겠다는 다짐이 들었어요. 정말 귀감이 되는 부부입니다. 고마워요 😂❤
I love seeing you guys! You both are such bright spots in everyone's lives. I have a rare genetic disorder, and sometimes get down about it. You guys cheer me up.
OMG MR MAPLE IS A LAB. I always thought he was a golden retriever 😱
Yes, the long face confused me
You guys are literally one person and the most entertaining couple on youtube. You are so incredibly in sync. .
❤ keep these videos comimg. They really brighten my day. 😂🇨🇦
Seriously. Also, if u want passes to the ACCESSIBLE attractions at Niagara Parks attractions, let me know. I have sweet hookups😬 🇨🇦
My partner works at One of the attractions.
The other cool thing is the hydro plant.
Everything is a guided tour at that place.
And the butterfly conservatory. Sensory. Butterflies land on you.
Maybe sound creepy, but I assure you. I won't be there. Lol
I can even just leave them in a P.O. Box.
All good. Your videos and squirmy and grubs videos made me ask just how accessible these places were. Which is important.
Makes me realize how much we take for granted, being sighted,hearing, or physically able bodied.
I am climbing off my soap box right now, LOL.. Anyways, I enjoy your videos. Keep up the good life lessons.❤️
I wish we had a bunch of little groceries instead if only mega stores. It would be so nice to shop for what you need that day and have fresh veggies.
I never get tired of watching you two simply enjoying each others' company, no matter what you're talking about. You are so perfectly suited. (BTW I'm commenting here even though I watch the extended episode on Patreon because you see to have stopped responding to comments on Patreon. Or am I missing something?) Whatever. Love you guys!
Thank you so much!
For Halloween, both of you should go as Bert and Ernie.
I get when Matthew says it's a challenge maneuvering a 'wide load' of people walking side by side when being a sighted guide. Can we, as sighted pedestrians, help in some way when on the streets with visually impaired people?
I think just getting out of their way, so that they don't have to get out of yours, is probably the most helpful thing to do. And not distracting them or speaking to them unnecessarily when they may be for instance busy counting their steps.
I found your longer vlogs 😊 now I have to watch a lot of videos and I'm so happy about it! Matthew , Paul and Mr.Maple content for days!!! You guys rock, I love you so much ❤
Yay! Thank you!
Use a backpack when you use public transit to go shopping. Add more capacity by also using a cross-body bag or messenger bag. There are also a variety of wheeled bags/carts that you can pull with one hand like the Dolly Trolley.
When it comes to pranks, embarrassment is kind of a given. I don't like when people fall or get injured. Love you guys!
You both have such beautiful smiles ! You both exude so much love for each other it’s wonderful to see
Thank you so much!
Somehow, I knew Matthew's number 3 would be the pranks he can pull on Paul. I love this video
This is gonna be very interesting and so sweet. I'm curious to hear and see what Matthews answers are about being married to someone someone who is blind! Matthew kudos to you. You're the best. Matthew Paul is lucky to have you in his life.😊 You guys make the best couple. Love you guys. I can't wait to see the video.😊❤
Love you two ❤❤❤ You are spreading love and positivity so much, my heart is so warm after watching you two.
Thank you so much!!
I'm gonna bet one of the benefits is, I can prank him easily.
You two and Maple are the sweetest family. ❤️
I think it’s amazing the teasing and pranking is done in love, and as a viewer I watch because you can see the silliness and the love in the prank… In NO way do any of us watch
it because we know you are not in anyway making fun Paul … WE ALL SEE THE AMAZING LOVE BETWEEN BOTH OF YOU.. I see the sweetness that comes from both of you and lucky you both are to of found each other… Perfect … AND THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR LIFES WITH THE WORLD… 💋 💋 ♥️♥️🐕💋♥️
I really appreciate the sense of humor you use to live. Inspiring.
I love you guys and Mr. Maple so much❤ It's just wonderful to hear your stories and laugh together with you. And I'm totally into the bus stories and also the elevator stories😂 Could be a series😉 And also I wanna say I'm sorry for your loss Paul. Your brother is always with you❤❤
Paul, I hear you about signing forms. As someone who has a disability and difficulty writing, I have a signature stamp with my name on it for signing stuff, Mathew can guide your hand over to the line, and you can stamp it. Also, have you ever considered making Matthew your Durable Power of Attorney, then he can do basically anything for you including filling out and even signing forms for you!
Omg, why do I love you 3 so much?! You're beautiful wonderful people and I love being included into your lives. Please stay strong in love! Paul, I'm sad to hear about your brother. I lost one 2 years ago as well as my sister and mom. May you heal the best you can.
I hate pranks because I have anxiety and the prank scars me to death!!
Paul - We just received your precious calendar and it’s just too adorable and lovely for words!!! And it arrived so quickly! Must have your books for our two little next! Thanks so much!
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I love you all's relationship. It is refreshing to see true love and Matthew helps Paul so much. I'm aromantic, but it's still so touching. ❤❤
Matthew, my partner Art (who was not a professional musician) always said that of the two he would rather lose sight than hearing. He loved music so much.
As a professionally trained musician, and with intimate knowledge about being sightless living with Paul, have you considered a life without sound or vision... IF you could choose.
Since Paul, like most people, had NO CHOICE I clearly understand if this is not a topic either of you are prepared to talk about. Even years after his death I still have never come to terms understanding Art's choice to choose hearing music he loves over seeing the world around us. I'm hoping you have a perspective that I have not considered...
I lost a friend to Diabetes after surviving for fifty years with it, could she have done more to manage her disease, have a service dog to detect low blood sugar, etcetera? As an adult she deserved to have a friend that didn't judge or try to direct her health care. More than once talking with her on the phone I had to call her brother next door to check on her, because of her having noticeable low blood sugar. But telling her to do this or do that, just wouldn't have been respectful of her choice to handle her health care the way she saw fit. I never regret letting her have me as a friend that didn't judge or make inferences of what she should or shouldn't do. She is one of those people I will always miss. Sometimes the best way to love is not to hold on too tight.
@@ps1999 Are you talking to My Post or did you mean to reply to Matthew and Paul's Video...for them to see? I am sorry to hear about your friend of fifty years.
Hi guys! I just want to tell you that I, spoiler alert.....recently, (as recent as 3 days ago) discovered your channel and you NEED TO KNOW I personally ADORE you both. Matthew is so mischievously cunning (I aspire to be so cunning) and Paul so adorably gullible..... IT JUST WORKS!!! How beautiful it is to see untainted, indiscriminate PURE love. Too bad most people are opportunists so all they know is how to get over on the next person etc...... may God continue to bless you both!!
There's not much to say. Just that you two are really cute. I love that smile and the laughs. Lots of health and luck in life to you. Including Maple too. Kisses from Brazil.
it's always great to have a "service human" when you cannot take your service dog along ! y'all are so great!
It is lovely to see such a loving and happy couple, may you have a long and happy life together.
I'm in the UK, one of the things people can have here is a stamp of their signature, not just for blind people, if you have Parkinson's or arthritis your signature may be inconsistant.There are also writing frames, basically a card similar to a credit card but with an oblong punched out, you place this over the signature box, there is also a guide line which I think is elastic.
I LOVE Matthew's pranks, they are funny, never mean, and I love Paul's 'MATHEEEEEW'.
I totally agree with the web forms being so confusing. It feels intimidating. Google Forms are still more streamlined.
What about a signature stamp? You’d just have to stamp it on the paper!
I have a number of friends who are visually impaired, or legally blind, and I am often their driver. I have learned to give a commentary on what is going on outside the car-an upcoming bumpy road or very heavy traffic, or whatever. This helps my companion adjust for potholes, or stop and go movements. I have also learned how to give ongoing aids when walking with one of my friends. If a sidewalk is not even, I will say, “Stop, there is a bump on the sidewalk that is an inch and a half high,” or tell them how tall a curb is, or that the sidewalk goes down now. I am so much more aware of how to help a visually impaired person navigate now, and am honored to be able to assist them.
This channel has been really positive for me. I’m really glad you two have each other, it’s very rare to have two people compliment each other so well. Both my partner and I have our own disabilities and idiosyncrasies, but fortunate for us we usually can compensate for each other. He makes sure I understand what is being said because I have neurological disorders one of which affects my ability to process sound, I struggle with verbal communication and the constant ringing in my ears, he relies on the fact that my vision is far superior to find things, color match and make out writing. He is the one who can drive and I’m the one who can locate where sound is coming from, but he is far superior when it comes to matching pitch, though I don’t really play any instruments anymore. I’m short so he gets me things out of reach and I fix tech issues. I’m amazing at cooking and he’s superior at cleaning. We both deal with chronic pain, but come from different generations, cultures and life experiences, ultimately we work towards bringing out the best in each other and helping each other grow. I m good at forgetting and he’s good at reminding. When one person is stressed the other can bring a sense of calm. I’m glad you point out when pranking is ok and when it’s not. I love the pranks here, they are truly some of the most wholesome some ones I’ve seen. They are on the same level as cats being goofy and dogs being cute videos. It’s really refreshing in our world controlled by algorithms to create the most outrage, just to distract from real issues, to offer products as solutions to systemic issues and ultimately commodifying attention spans to create profits.
As a special education teacher, I can tell you that you can have a stamp made with his signature and he can carry it everywhere he goes. Just a suggestion. Make sure you do not loose it!
I am married to a low vision man and I put return address label near the top of his blind cane which includes phone number. Then I put scotch tape on top of it. When he forgets it at a restaurant (usually a road trip to another city) ,he will usually get a call telling us where it is. The scotch tape keeps ink from rubbing off quickly.
7:20 Matthew: "I can see that..." 😅
Always look forward to watching your videos. Love you guys 👍👍👍👍❤❤
Thanks so much
I think the cutout-for-signature-thing could be easily done with an old credit card
Just cut out the rectangle with a boxcutter
then you also wouldn't have to worry about carrying it with you since it easily fits into a wallet :)
Love you two ❤ please give Mr. Maple some extra treats for me…hugs to all 🤗🫶🏼🤗
I can tell Matt is a New Yorker from what he said at :38 " I've always wanted DAWGS" --- Def sounds like a Long Island accent?
When I'm sad, I just watch you both and you guys just put a smile right on my face. I hope I'll have the fortune to bump into both of you on the streets of Seattle one day!
I love seeing the pranks 😂 and you two are so sweet together in your videos
You two make me so happy. I can see the love between you and hope one day we all find that kind of love
Seeing your spouse’s blemishes becomes no big deal. Especially after you go through cancer together. It’s the most wonderful thing to have someone with whom you can be completely yourself.
I think Paul and Matthew should be on Dancing With the Stars.
Paul, why were you carrying your groceries? You needed a pull-along shopping trolley!
New to your channel! You are beautiful together and you bring a smile! x
Paul would have made good use of a backpack or a trolley for his grocery shopping pre-Matthew
You two are just so wonderful Thankyou for the upload.
Glad you enjoyed it
Love you two and Mr Maple of course 💖 and love these kind of videos it is so insightful to listen to you both and how you interact.
Everytime i watch a video from you all i can think of is "couple goals".
Yeah I find watching the prank videos kind of funny to, aging good if Matthew does that then Paul can see what he looks like a an older age, but if Paul does to then he can see what he himself will look like an older age since he won't when he get older.
I work in retail and we have a few blind people who come in occasionally and being a sighted guide to get them to the sections they want to get to -- the double wide thing!!
You love him, because he is Paul❤️
I always look forward to your videos!
Glad you like them!
You guys are awesome. I love watching from Australia. The pranks are awesome 😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤
My aunt (my mom's best friend) had a stamp to sign her name. It was even accepted by her bank on checks.
Thank you, Matthew, for the pranks ❤
Paul u need to prank mattew 😅😅
You guys match each others energy so well ❤
Honestly, I’d like to be Paul’s scribe because I have beautiful handwriting.
Also, it’s easier to store a signature online so you can add it to PDFs.
Hey I am new to this channel,love it, it's great,❤
Thanks for subbing!
I wanna help you prank Paul! If ever come to NYC can show you around and point things out to you that you might not know or have noticed when you were here if wanted. My favorite pranks so far is the one with the million panguins and Maple as a lion! He looked so cute in the lion custom! Such a good cute doggo boy!