Goodbye to the Bus that took us Everywhere

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Goodbye to the Bus that took us Everywhere

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5 жыл бұрын

This is the school bus conversion that drove through the “lower 48” and made the Great American Farm Tour possible. A tribute to Maple, we’ll miss you. With that chapter over, now it’s time to say Good Bye :( Watch the Farm Tour, HERE: bit.ly/GAFTonAm...
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@jmc88480 5 жыл бұрын

"What would I be doing if I weren't afraid" is something we should all regularly be asking ourselves. By the end of their lives, most people say that their biggest regrets are not as much the mistakes they made, as the things that they never did. Life is short, and most of our fears are trivial in the grand scheme of things, but they can cheat us out of so much that is meaningful if we let them. Thanks for having the courage and adventurous spirit to take on the farm tour! It has already informed and inspired a great many of us.

@The44Irish 5 жыл бұрын

Jonah is such an old soul, really like that young man. He is going to do well in life.

@deno.520 5 жыл бұрын

Broke my heart to see Jonah. He became a young man on that bus. Taking on so many responsibilities and wanting to help take care of things. He graduated from finding joy in playing to finding joy in working. I can see why Maple meant so much to him, even if he may not really know why himself. As for Rebekah, as adventurous as that chapter was, I can imagine it must be a relief to be moving on to another part of the book.

@tammymerritt5098 5 жыл бұрын

Man I was okay with it until Jonah started crying then I lost it😢

@rhizomove6631 5 жыл бұрын

I can’t believe I am sitting here crying! I found you chanel and subscribed because I love and bought a bus. I stayed long after the Great American Farm Tour because I fell in love with your family and your lifestyle. I look forward to every one of your videos. Sir, you are an excellent story teller. Thank you for taking us along on your journey. 😇

@SriHarikaD 5 жыл бұрын

“ I have moved on, closed that Chapter “- love the sentence ❤️

@hamishski713 5 жыл бұрын

It's look like fun the American farm tour!!!

@violetraal5383 5 жыл бұрын

Jonah I cried with you. It was more than a bus, it was home for a while. I think I felt a little sad everytime I moved and had to say goodbye to my old home yet exited for the new homes. Looking forward to seeing you plant all your fruit trees, berry bushes and nuts trees for the future and getting new piglets

@LightLynne 5 жыл бұрын

🍃RHODES FAMILY🍃 - I am so grateful to have all the memories you gave me from all the farms and places Maple so graciously took you. Oh 🌾Rebekah SO very glad you are feeling better! I have a lump in my throat saying goodbye to your beautiful bus home. Jonah is such a loving heart. (please give him a hug from me) He is old enough to have the strongest sweet and powerful memories you all made. Maple brought you to my home in Oregon. I would not have missed you ya'll for the world. 🍃To meet you all- 🍃To watch your precious children just being kids in the park - 🍃To be able to face paint lovely, sweet Lily and adorable Mr. Brown was a highlight in my life. And to see dear Josiah watching out for little brother,Gideon! Josiah is wonderful boy! All your children are just sweet, precious, just really good, such well adjusted kids with amazing parents. Thank you Justin, Rebekah, Jonah, Josiah, Lily and Gideon Rhodes for all your energy and hard work in greeting all of us across this nation. Thank you for sharing YOUR 🇺🇸Great American Farm Tour of all 50 states with us❤🌼💙 (I was having a tough day, but I wouldn't have missed meeting your amazing family for the world)

@eco35758 5 жыл бұрын

Best line of the film

@sdanielraj 5 жыл бұрын

yeah that it a truly a defining statement

@VisoMoraine 5 жыл бұрын

It was hardest on Jonah when y’all made that first swing back thru NC during the trip, and it’s hard on him now. He is a loyal soul that loves home and things of home. Seeing the back of the bus pulling away never coming back did it for me. I understand a tiny part of his sadness.

@nancywas5324 5 жыл бұрын

What a great tribute to Maple. And I said it before I will say it again. Jonah is an old soul with a heart of gold. It's a pleasure watching them grow. Another awesome video Rhodes family.

@spicer41282 5 жыл бұрын

With parents like you...your children's world view is even wider. What a great gift you've given them. So long Maple... on to another adventure.

@barrybr1 5 жыл бұрын

You've a great family, all different characters. I reckon Jonah was picking up on your sad feelings at the end there Justin. That boy is gold and he adores you!

@williamcunha9136 5 жыл бұрын

What a Wonderful Story! My Wife and I cried like babies. Especially at the End of the Video. You and Rebecca have a Beautiful Family!

@HiddenMeadowFarm 5 жыл бұрын

I knew that Jonah would be the one most affected. I have enjoyed watching Jonah over the past couple years grow from a little boy into becoming a young man. I think the trip was a defining moment in Jonah's life that will make him into the man he will become. Jonah, real men do cry sometimes. It's a sign of being strong, its not a weakness. You all have a great story. Tim

@jamesnewnam9889 5 жыл бұрын

Justin, don't you think for a moment that all you have to show for it all is the KZfaq videos and a movie. You all have countless memories that will be a part of you forever. You have made lifelong friends along the way, and are immeasurably wealthier for that alone. And last but certainly not lease, you have taken millions of us along with you on the journey and inspired so many to 'just plant'. It is a bittersweet moment for you, but keep in mind all that you have gained along the way and how much the next family will benefit from their adventures.

@pearldunn6672 5 жыл бұрын

What to say? Of course it's an emotional event, even for us arm chair watchers. We feel sad too that this chapter of your lives is definitely over, but there is more to come and having filmed it all you can always go back to recall the memories. Us too so thanks for that! I was diagnosed in 2000 with breast cancer when we lived just north of Asheville, NC. After 6 months of chemo and moving a couple of years later and making new homes in various states we've had our own interesting and fun life. Recently at 67 years old I was again diagnosed August 2018 with uncurable stage IV breast cancer that came back that has settled in my bones and liver. We don't know how much time I have left but your channel along with other families that are also filming and sharing their creative lives gives me such joy and happiness. God bless your own family and viewers as we have been blessed. We have so much to be grateful for...

@cherylwilliams81 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! I even cried with Jonah! Sad to see her go!💕

@kenchappell2054 5 жыл бұрын

Oh no. I haven't seen all of the video yet but if Jonah cries I know I'm gonna cry too.

@lbsmith83 5 жыл бұрын

Bless Jonah’s heart. He is so tender hearted. My heart cried with him. But “New Chapter” coming.

@karen_james 5 жыл бұрын

I was starting to get misty eyed when Rebecca cried, but I lost it when Jonah started crying at the end. Those times spent with family will forever be cherished by the kids. You and Rebecca have giving those kids and yourself for that matter an adventure of a lifetime. Justin, you are an inspiration of what kind of a person someone should be in life. Kind, strong, compassionate and caring in every nuance in life. Bless you for sharing your stories with us. ❤

@lisalisa4316 5 жыл бұрын

Justin the best part your channel is your a fantastic story teller, and your sentimental which makes your stories even better and more heartfelt. Your son is just like you, sweet and thoughtful. But Beauty has a point, and there are new things coming your way. Another family gets to have their own adventure! We all enjoyed Maple with you. Thx

@dragonflygrandma 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, to here you say that Beautiful One is feeling better then she ever has. Makes me so happy for her. Hugs and Prayers ya'll

@Hellonurse20 5 жыл бұрын

Oh Jonah you have such a wonderful heart! Cried right along with ya just ‘cause’ You are so fortunate to have all those videos and all those memories that are captured and you’ll never forget all the adventures.... hugs bud!

@jamieg.1392 5 жыл бұрын

Just watching the clips again from your tour is amazing.Just seeing how much older your 4 littles are brings tears to my eyes.They grow up so fast.And Jonah who took direction from you and Rebekah then, and now he gives directions to you concerning how things should be done on your homestead.These are memories you and generations will hold dear to your heart.God bless and be safe.❤❤❤❤❤❤

@AlmostHomestead 5 жыл бұрын

One of the greatest stories of humans connecting with each other and the land. Safe Travels Maple.❤

@big4metalbabe 5 жыл бұрын

Oh im crying like a baby. Well done Mr.Rhodes. Great tribute to her.

@BrilliantLove2 5 жыл бұрын

The feels... 😢💜. I love you all 💜 I’m crying over a bus I have never been in 😂

@johnwalsh3635 5 жыл бұрын

Maple has been harvested. A lot of wisdom was liberated, thanks to that bus.

@gelwood99 5 жыл бұрын

Hoping the next family has as much fun and love in Maple as ya'll did!

@janetnieves5056 5 жыл бұрын

So sad to see her go,tears started when I see it go but when Jonah was so upset there was no holding my tears back. Take care u all,hugs

@wendyplear82 5 жыл бұрын

Same here! 🤗

@Pinkcat13 5 жыл бұрын

She was a part of y'all's life for a year. Great memories. Sorry to see her go but it's time to move on. In the immortal words of Bob Hope, thanks for the memories.

@nicolepouchet2479 5 жыл бұрын

Justin, you’re a great storyteller. So long Maple... wishing your new owners good luck and blessings.

@theJustinRhodesShow 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@phillully4472 5 жыл бұрын

Justin & Rebecca maple will live on in your heart's and mind's the Great American Farm Tour Bus will keep on rolling down the road for another family! Long live Maple!

@2wonderful2u 5 жыл бұрын

Jonah always put so much of his heart in soul in his work on the farm and the bus, that’s why he’s so emotional. That boy is a rare breed...

@MonicaRrtx 5 жыл бұрын

I am tearing up, I love the bus, this has encourage me in looking for my own adventures.. to find what our beautiful country has... TEARS!!!

@dougdobbs 5 жыл бұрын

I built a bus into a motorhome in 1979 and drove it across country twice. I put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into it. I too had a tremendous sense of loss when I sold her. I think of her often and wish I'd been able to hang onto her. I think often of building another one. :) I'm delighted you had a wonderful experience with yours and have been able to move on though. I'm delighted your son can have his feelings and express them with you. You are giving him a great gift. I was a family therapist for many years, can't tell you how powerful that is. God bless and keep you all. www.dougdobbs.com/buspix/buspage01.htm

@samanthatorres9517 5 жыл бұрын

Justin you are such a great leader and example to your family. I love how you help them process their emotions, about everything! Most men are too proud, and macho to express themselves, let alone to be mindful of their whole family. Many blessings to you all in the next chapter. I'm excited for the orchards, and berry patches, more gardens, more chickens, more memories❣ your video skills are amazing, a real gift I'd say.

@LeeOfBent 5 жыл бұрын

Ok. Why did i just cry over a bus? Bye Maple! New adventures for you girl.

@tammyhanson7843 5 жыл бұрын

I actually laughed out loud, enough for the dogs to wake up and look at me when I saw the little basil plant again. It was so darn cute. 🦋💜

@leegarner4111 5 жыл бұрын

That was so great,you and your family lived an adventure few have experienced.Your children will have lasting memories that will last a life time.

@edgeofthebayou 5 жыл бұрын

What an amazing journey! I watched TGAFT the other day and I shed many tears, happy tears. What would I do if I weren’t scared? The skies the limit. Keep teaching and encouraging Rhodes Family! Your making a difference. Happy Homesteading Friends! ❤️

@theJustinRhodesShow 5 жыл бұрын

Ah, bless you.

@deborahmartin2337 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! Can’t believe I teared up watching it pull out of your driveway.

@butterflyeffect6615 5 жыл бұрын

It's always the case, go on a vacation to get some rest and relaxation, and trudge back into work on the first day back, EXHAUSTED, LOL. I know it was a working trip with the future in mind being more successful. I, and many times my family have traveled across the country in a motorhome of some sort. The memories are so much fun to remenice with those family members and friends. I drove professionally over 1 million miles as a trucker, and although it was hard work, I can Bragg that I've been in every state in the lower 48, and got paid to do so. Love your family and your contribution to better everyone's homestead lives.

@marissashelley2362 5 жыл бұрын

I'm finding it difficult to comprehend how much all 4 of the children have grown. Jonah was a little boy back then & now he's a man!!! Mr Brown has gone from a baby to a little boy!!! Josiah & Lilly have gone from little kids to young adults I'm going to miss Maple & I ever got to step foot on her...At the same time, I'm looking forward to joining in on your next chapter!!!

@BigPowerAL 5 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the Farm Tour on Amazon Prime! Another chapter is closed and a new chapter is opened! Blessings to you and the family - KZfaq family included!

@suewight7621 5 жыл бұрын

Oh that brought a tear to my eyes. We had a school bus we did up and travelled all over Australia with our 6 kids and dog. Sadly my husband passed away and I had to sell the bus , it was a very sad day for me. At least I had beautiful fun memories to keep . xx

@pmoses987 5 жыл бұрын

Good job on saying goodbye. I know it's tough! It is so hard to recognize the great things in life, and know that they are moving further back in your rear-view mirror. The bus is going to be a forever totem of some of the sweetest memories of your children's childhood. They will live forever in your heart - and theirs.

@pmoses987 5 жыл бұрын

Oh, and hats off to Jonah. That must have been super tough for him.

@nanasplace3217 5 жыл бұрын

Omg looking back and seeing the kids then an now WOW makes me tear up love yall to the moon an back

@tammysarrazin7078 5 жыл бұрын

i hope you send the new owners off with a basil plant hugssss from Ontario Canada

@Seareay1 5 жыл бұрын

I cried right along with Jonah. It has to be a very memorable part of who he is now... for all of you. It was your home for 10 months. But now another family can make memories in Maple. Bitter sweet.

@lizmasi9918 5 жыл бұрын

I just sold my truck that I had for 19 years. I still miss her. So I know how you guys got attached to Mabel. You guys were her heart.

@Pablo_Automotive 5 жыл бұрын

Jonah have a big heart you are Great kid 💗

@bethydurbin6796 5 жыл бұрын

I'm a bawling mess!! I found you just as you bought Maple!! it was incredible! now she can bless someone else's travel dreams!! hugs to you all! on to a new chapter!

@amysvob3066 5 жыл бұрын

bittersweet. thank you Maple for showing us all the wonderful farms in America

@33bwt427 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! I am a flood of emotions right now! The kids (especially Jonah) have grown so much. Again, the flood of memories for someone that watched the journey from beginning to end (the bus transformation to the day you got home). I am so proud of you Rebecca! The tears on our end are real . . . "What would I do if I was not afraid?" The phrase rings so true!

@amylynn2365 5 жыл бұрын

It was great that you all did this as a family when the kids were young, memories they will cherish forever and never forget.

@michellemccarthy3040 5 жыл бұрын

Really well done! Thank you For a great film! It's not the bus, it's the adventures & ppl, that you will miss, but they come to see you, for the time being 😃. Who knows what is around the next bend in your road 🧡☘️🙏🏼👍🏼

@marilyncoleman2499 5 жыл бұрын

Well I didn't think it was going to be emotional to me,but when sugar boy began to cry I got very teary eyed😂

@jrbvids 5 жыл бұрын

Love the video. I knew Justin would tell it in a emotional amazing way. I feel bad for Jonah and I know he will be able to look back at the videos and remember maple.

@samanthabarris3729 5 жыл бұрын

So why am I tearing up watching your bus drive away? Wishing safe travels to the new owners

@sandracunningham2689 5 жыл бұрын

Was hoping that he blasted the horn on the way out. The kids have grown so much since the journey started and the bus going to a new home. The next journey is getting the orchards in and making the farm and you folks healthy.

@altheanicholls8151 5 жыл бұрын

Congrats justin and Rebecka.. Mapel was sure good to you guys. It turly was a great American tour,i enjoyed every bit of it,ii know that Jonah,Josiah,Lillie aka mermaid and Mr.Brown as they grow up they going to appericiate looking back at The Great Americcan Tourandd see what they were part of, oh what a beautiful legacey and menories you have created with your children,you two are truly beautiful parents. God bless you all, truly a beautiful videobthanks for sharing. Looking forward to watching more in the coming future. Bye Beautiful Ones and Beautiful Kids,Bye Mapel job well done.

@deedrahburgoynesearfoss6280 5 жыл бұрын

Justin you all did a fantastic job with this good by tribute to Maple... thank you for sharing with us and giving us a chance to watch her leave. Still tearing up as I type. My husband and I got to tour her at the premiere.. we feel blessed by all you do and share.. be blessed.

@denisedonaldson342 5 жыл бұрын

What an amazing experience your family has had. So wonderful. You are very blessed🤗❤️🙏🏻

@ustinman8446 5 жыл бұрын

Great memories Bringing back that trip The one thing that stood out for me Watching your beautiful children grow and experiences they had That will be with them forever Great journey I was with you every step of the way Thank you for sharing!

@mariayelruh 5 жыл бұрын

Am I the only one who wishes the new owners pulled the air horn as they were pulling out?

@sue28877 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. That was a 😥😥😥. I feel your emotion Justin. I know you would look at her every day on the homestead and think about your family’s journey. Rebecca is right. There is more to come. Can’t wait. Love your family. You make the most amazing videos. The flow and content is so great. I’m so glad you two are feeling better ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@gelwood99 5 жыл бұрын

Amen!!! That road was traveled and that part of their life has passed, now it is time for the next "journey", on the farm! Bigger and better things to come, fruit forests to plant and newer ways to make life better!

@terri-tn9858 5 жыл бұрын

Oh guys, I said at the beginning that I wouldn't be sad to see her go, but in the end I cried with sweet Jonah. Still teared up as I write this note. Best Wishes, Miss Maple, and may you bring the new family as many fun adventures as you brought the Rhodes family. I ♡ Miss Maple♡

@knitvids 5 жыл бұрын

What great memories for life. Jonah always feel and dont hold back. You will have new adventures to add to your memories and they never leave you. Great vlog! Tears here too.

@JD-xy2wd 5 жыл бұрын

That was one of the best videos you’ve ever done👍 absolutely loved it & I want my own maple adventure!!

@robertemmons7636 5 жыл бұрын

It was sad to see her go. To watch that journey with her and your family let me see some places I will never see in person. Wathing your videos also helped me thru some tough times in my life. Thank you for sharing your family and adventures with millions of people.

@TheMord1997 5 жыл бұрын

Also..a very wise, hard, thing to do - instead of just settin', the bus Maple will hopefully fill the lives of other families with amazement & adventure. "Afoot & lighthearted I take to the open road, healthy, free, the world before me, The long brown path before me leading wherever I chose. Henceforth I ask not good fortune, I myself am good fortune; Hencefourth I whimper no more, postpone no more, need nothing; Done with indoor complaints, libraries, querulous criticisms, Strong and content I travel the open road." - Walt Whitman

@crazzie7 5 жыл бұрын

I just adore your videos. Making me cry at my work desk. Sheesh! Thanks for all you & your family does! ☺️

@joannecordellos1759 5 жыл бұрын

I would say that was sad to see her go. I lost it when Jonah cried beautiful video love your wife saying I've moved on that chapter is closed.

@lindakurtz2653 5 жыл бұрын

don't forget-there are lots of us folks who got to meet Maple who are gonna miss her too. And that's ok - just a perspective: I just walked thru the one year anniversary of losing my father- and there was, of course, sadness, but I felt like the time for sadness was closing and a new chapter-one of celebration was starting. So, be sad, then.....celebrate! the memories, the people you got to meet, the places you saw.

@sweetpea9433 5 жыл бұрын

Wow what a beautiful story. I feel so privileged to have been with you both since the beginning thanks for sharing

@onassignment1 5 жыл бұрын

Sad to see this chapter close but we know more and even greater things are in store. God bless you for the price your family has willingly paid to live a healthy and sustainable way of life while teaching others the joy and beauty in intentional living and loving

@jenifer6001 5 жыл бұрын

It is so crazy seeing how much the kids have grown! I know I don't realize how much my kids have grown because I see them everyday, weird that your kids have the same effect on me because I "See" them everyday too!

@MollyEHill2 5 жыл бұрын

Now I am crying! I too believe that there is always the next thing, and we should be free of encumbrances, so we can fully enjoy the next thing. Best wishes to you and your family.

@CrackerFL 5 жыл бұрын

So many people live a life of regrets. Coulda, woulda, shoulda. You took an epic year off. Very few Americans have traveled to the places that you and your family have. Your children will talk about that year with Maple, for the rest of their lives! Now you can buy more cows, sheep etc!😀

@gelwood99 5 жыл бұрын

Bless Joshia's heart! I cried with him! He became a young man in that year and it will forever be with him.

@thewhitepicketfence5369 5 жыл бұрын

WOw I actually cried @ the end. When I first found your channel you had just been out in the bus such a short time. It had to be such a bitter sweet moment for y'all. Looking forward to what comes next.

@tanyacourter4535 5 жыл бұрын

Watching the vlogs every day I didn't realize just how much the kids have grown since the tour. It might be my pregnancy hormones, but this one made me cry.💕

@gailreese4699 5 жыл бұрын

How has Jeff and his family been doing . I think of them often. It sure would be nice to see them again.

@HolterDiePolter 5 жыл бұрын

You only truly feel how big the adventure was, when it's all over. That for you've had to let her go. Close the chapter and simply fill the next empty page in your family history! I love you guys.

@liznyp6209 5 жыл бұрын

Great memories that you'll have forever!

@kaycompton8983 5 жыл бұрын

Having wwatched the Great American Farm Tour, seeing you all say goodbye to the bus was an emotional thing for me. I can't imagine how hard it was on you all, especially your eldest son. Good memories, and I intend to watch your documentary several more times just to make sure I've gotten all I can from it.

@lisaadkison8734 5 жыл бұрын

Makes me want to watch my Great American Farm Tour DVD again,Wonderful memories for you all.

@melissamike6959 5 жыл бұрын

I couldn't help but tear up when she pulled away. I hope her new family loves her as much!

@christineosborne3155 5 жыл бұрын

That was great!! You're right, your oldest had the most memories, I felt bad for him.

@donyarborough4561 5 жыл бұрын

I’m wishing you had taken Maple on a final trip before you sold her. But that may have made it harder to let her go. I’m sure she is going to give her new owner countless fond memories for years to come. Thanks for all you do.

@joannewilson6847 5 жыл бұрын

Such happy memories but look at all the other things and happy times you will all experience. Love joining in each day to your daily life adventures. Xxxx

@tubbsarmy 5 жыл бұрын

what a great adventure you guy had on that bus, with many more to come great recap thank you for taking us with you.

@christycochran4591 5 жыл бұрын

So proud that you took the risk. Your family will always have fantastic stories and memories of the adventure.

@sonyagregory5711 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! I bet that felt amazing watching her go on to do new things with other people. But oh the memories you will carry for the rest of your lives. Maple changed all of our lives! Thanks for the beautiful memories and lessons learned by all of us! JOURNEY ON RHODES' & MAPLE!

@metalrose313 5 жыл бұрын

Im filled with tears and i hadn't even seen the adventure you guys went through in the past nor even watch the movie you guys gave. In life there are more possibilities to conquer and many adventures to travel in, its amazing. Love it.

@bamamubs4723 5 жыл бұрын

What an amazing legacy of memories you have created for your family! Hopefully your children will always cherish and treasure them!!

@tara_a_santiago 5 жыл бұрын

Goodbye Maple!!! She sure served y’all well and will create amazing memories for the next family that takes her in a journey.

@batpherlangkharkrang7976 5 жыл бұрын

Did you feel cry or pain, I feel cry and pain both it touch to my heart when i see Jonah cry. Now come to the new chapter 🐔🐓🐥🐕🐈🐖🐂👕💒

@alialg1621 5 жыл бұрын

So sad ending good by maple 🍁 we will not forget the good days and times we spend together .on Americans farms .

@chefinthewild1551 5 жыл бұрын

Cried with Jonah, you guys are the best!.

@jimkey920 5 жыл бұрын

Life is a book, events are pages. Life with the Bus is but a chapter of your family book. A nice chapter, tiring but nice. Greater things yet to come! That 3206 is a very good engine. Cat made it obsolete.

@truckerswife5060 5 жыл бұрын

I can sympathize. My husband is a truck driver and we average around 130,000 miles a year in our trucks. They somehow become family. I know people say they are just machines but sometimes I wonder. When you have a good one it's hard to let them go.