This is why I follow you, you are not just a maker, you’re a storyteller who makes. A good son, and from the looks of it a remarkable being. Beautiful story and a nice build.
Thank you Pierre. No matter how old we get, we would all love to hear our father say I'm proud of you son. Your stool looks incredible. That wooden screw is cool. You welding is coming along nicely.
Thanks for the wonderful video. I lost my dad about twelve years ago to cancer. We had a pretty good relationship, though a bit strained growing up. Once I was an adult and knew things he didn't, it changed everything and a new level of respect grew between the two of us. He had been woodworking for quite a few years and I was always amazed at the attention to detail he would put into even his shop furniture. I never thought I would do anything like that! Well, after he passed away, I inherited his table saw, router, miter saw and many other tools and started woodworking myself. I wish he could see some of the amazing things I've been able to make as I know he would be proud. I still wear his old baseball cap while woodworking to channel his spirit. Writing this is bringing tears to my eyes and now it is time to get off my butt and out to the shop!
I can’t even explain how I feel. You getting so personal, I feel proud to be one of your subscribers. This new style leaves me anticipating, not your next project which the stool is beautiful by the way; but I am more excited for your next story. This new style for you is truly wonderful.
I lost my father unexpectedly in febuary of this year. He always told me how proud he was, theres nothing like showing a father something you made. I miss him every day, the mornings are the hardest. Thank you so much for sharing this Ive watched it several times. The words bring me comfort. Much love from Texas.
I feel you! Saying good bye too early to your father is tough. Making this video as a tribute to him is part of the healing process. I did the same thing on my channel and it was very helpful to my mourning process. My father was murdered when I was 17 and I wish he could have been around to see all that I have accomplished.
It's been said already: you are a wonderful storyteller. I'm sure your father would be extremely proud of what you have achieved. While I listened to your story, I reflected on my life and relationship with my dad... thank you!
Now I know I’m a good friend of yours but as a son and more importantly a father this is undoubtedly the best video of the year. I see so much of my father in me and so much of how I want to be a better father. Thanks for all the feelings this video makes me feel. Who would have thought a woodworking video could make you feel this way. Thanks so much Pierre for making me realise what a great father I had and how I to be a better father to my sons cheers mate
Thank you for this, so many times I want to show my dad something I have done or made but can't. You put into words what I have been feeling since he passed eight years ago yesterday.
Wow! I didn’t expect this. What a beautiful tribute! That’s a very personal story and I’m sure it took a lot of courage to share it…… i’m just glad you did. Thank you!
Not just a beautiful stool, but a beautiful story! I hope making both the stool and video gave you some comfort too. There is no doubt that a tribute like this from a son would make ANY dad proud! Thank you for sharing this in such a genuine way.
My dad passed from a rare blood cancer in 2017. He knew me as a DIYer, but didn’t live long enough to know me as a woodworker. In 2023 I made him a bottle opener for Christmas and gave it to my mom to hold on to since he wasn’t alive to receive it. ❤
Lost my dad in February 2015, he was a woodworker and welder by trade. You've inspired me to remake some of his furniture that I grew up with that he had made.
Vet inte hur jag hittade din kanal men är så glad att jag gjorde det! ligger några år efter dig i min maker karriär... just nu mycket 3d printing. Som många andra skriver så är ditt berättande en härlig och ärlig del av det du gör! Jag vet att din pappa är stolt... du är grym! / Mattias
Tack för att du delade denna berättelse, jag kände igen mig i så mycket. Jag förlorade min mamma i cancer för 7 år sedan. Varma hälsningar från Norge. -Fredrik
Thanks for sharing all the work you put into this piece and the feelings you had behind it. I know your dad would be proud, both of the woodworking and the video..
Sounds like a great Dad, just like mine was. 63Y was way too young for my Dad. You got me in tears, despite the very nice furniture you made in the meanwhile. Stay strong and keep your good memories alive and forget the bad ones.
I lost my mother a decade ago, and I constantly wish I could share things with her. This was a beautiful story, and a beautiful piece of work. Good job.
I appreciate you sharing this and I’m lucky to still have both my parents still alive. As we all get older it’s starting to pop into my head more frequently that there is less and less time I will get to spend with them. Regardless of age there is a hidden countdown to the last time for everything.
A very moving video. You touched a very raw nerve for me. I lost my mum and step-father in the last 18 months. I held back my tears, I nearly made it to the end of the video. Towards the end I could hear your voice breaking up. Like my voice does. Every day, in my mind I talk to my mum and step-father but before I’ve ended my ‘conversation’ with them I have tears in my eyes.
Your father sounds like he was amazing guy....my condolences. I am sure he would have been very proud of your beautiful stool. it was a pleasure to watch you build it and I admit...I'm a bit teary listening to your story.
Made me tear up in the end! Felt this truly as I lost my dad to cancer too when I was just 23. I wish he could see me now and my beautiful family and his granddaughter! I’m sure he would be so proud ❤
I'm 20 seconds into the video and i'm already crying listening to your words. I've been starting my woodworking business since a couple of months after dreaming it for 5 years, I'm 33 and I lost my dad in November '23, everyday I wish he could see me doing what I do.
Pierre, thanks for sharing this emotional story. Although my father had a long live life, I still miss him dearly and often would like to show him my projects or experiences. Good memories and fond feelings are of pivotal importance.
As an extremely non-confident, imposter syndrome sufferer maker who happens to be the son of a now elderly but talented former professional woodworker, this cut deep. My wife is so encouraging of the projects I make and things I 3d print. But I get a special kind of affirmation when my dad compliments my work. I don’t think a boy ever grows out of wanting to make dad proud.
Great video. Powerful and touching meditation about your dad. My condolences on his passing. I’m glad you’re finding peace and ways to make him proud and connect with him even after his passing. You have motivated me to put more effort into my relationship with my dad, thank you for that.
This is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing your story about your relationship with your father whilst making such a beautiful piece of furniture. I love your content.
I never had a chance to say goodbye to my dad, also couldn't let him go . I think losing a loving father is not something we can forget, i hope my and your fathers are in a better place now , free from all the pain they went through.
I've watched a number of your videos as they have been funneled to me through the algorithm but today I became a subscriber. This was so well put together and really hit me. Thank you.
I've been seeing some of your videos because it involves 3d printing, which I also really like and do a bit, and woodworking which I love to see and would love to learn. I like them but this video made me be one of your subscribers, the whole story and the tribute was really nice, I also lost my dad to cancer and this video reminded me of the things he also liked to invent do do on his shop and how I would love to spend hours just seeing him do it.
That was the most touching heartfelt video I have ever watched. I'm all teared up watching this as a dad and a son and a grandson. This video meant so much to me, I can only imagine what it meant to you. You are an amazing creator. Thank you for sharing so much for all of us to benefit.
This resonated with me as I lost my father on Saturday. So far the grief hasn't really set in, but I'm trying to focus on the fact we had a great relationship and he had a great life
Thanks mate. It sounds like your dad was a good man. You know, they never go away completely while we remember them. He's in your heart. Or in heavens above, if you prefer. But he's smiling now.
Not a lot makes me emotional. This did. I choked up at the end. I nearly lost my Dad to a heart attack a few years ago. He was dead for 8minutes, but CPR kept him going. Beautiful stool. Beautiful memories and incredible video.
Thanks for sharing your story. I find myself going in my dads footsteps as well. Lost him two years ago. I took over his old workshop and every thing I do, I keep asking myself if he would have liked the result. I miss him every day, but use my time in the workshop to remember him in a positive and constructive way..
That’s hand down the most passionate and heartfelt video I have seen on RU-vid, the relationship between father and son can be a difficult one and the way you described your feelings, match how I felt with mine, who I also lost to cancer in 2022, your video brought a few tears but also reminded me again how much I miss him but also how much i respected him for what he did, you now have a new subscriber and I have a lot of videos to enjoy, thank you!
Lost my dad after a long fight as well. I can relate to the feelings you describe in your video. Thank you so much for this video it helped put some things into perspective. Thank you ❤
Thank you so much for sharing this. A truly beautiful piece and a loving and warmhearted story. I too lost my dad to cancer and he, as yours, was a father who I would still love to show my makings to.☺️❤️ But your way was really loveing and i thank you for that. Greatings from Denmark
What a powerful video. I have a similar feeling with my mother, we lost her to cancer two years ago. She was my partner in crime and we were two peas in a pod. I miss her every minute of every day but I know she would be proud of every project I complete and almost every decision I make. I thank you greatly for sharing the story of your relationship with your father ❤️
It's been over 13 years since I lost my dad. I loved this video, it struck a chord in my heart. Thank you for sharing especially for such a close personal subject.
That is a beautiful stool, and an even more beautiful story. My dad has done on too. He would have been proud of me and my brothers, doing woodworking like he did.
As always such a wonderful storyteller. Thank you for sharing. Hit me right in the feels. Genuine honesty on the internet is a rare thing. Keep up the amazing work.
This was very touching and wonderful to watch and listen to. Thank you so much for your openness and bravery to share this story with the world.❤ You are a great storyteller and it is beautiful to watch you grow!
I feel your pain. Just lost my Dad a couple of months ago and I identify with your emotions. The best thing we can do is to live our lives the best we can and cherish our parents love and life. Good luck to you my friend!
Thank you, I was similar to yourself and started doing videos just so I could show my dad what I had been making and try to make him proud of me. Since he past away I haven’t really had the same feeling about making videos, but I have been thinking of doing them again for my grandson. Watching this has made me remember, thank you.
I lost my dad to cancer 24 years ago. I still miss him and wish I could show him the things I’ve made or done. Great video. Keep it up. We are proud of you.
What a great tribute to your dad. I am sure a lot of us can relate to how you feel about him, and the relationship you had. I do for sure. Also, it’s admirable that you dare to show your feelings like you do.
I lost my dad too early as well. It was 13 years ago, and I miss him dearly, frequently! Thank you for sharing this story, your thoughts and emotions, and this build.
This really hit. My experiences with my dad were very much similar and I wish I'd had seen alot of things clearer much sooner. Mine passed away in 3 months due to cancer. Worst months of my life.
