Nice to see you back, Boss! People don't plan to fail they just fail to plan.

@mllg49g62

7 жыл бұрын

TRUER THAN TRUE

@TicklerDude

7 жыл бұрын

Tim Harper Success is just failure that hasn't happened yet.

@JOHNNYEXPLORES718

7 жыл бұрын

well said tim

I hope you make videos of when you travel. I think all of us subscribers would love to see them as much as your regular videos. Jimmyd

@SpiritBear12

7 жыл бұрын

I'm sure he will. :-)

As you said, luck has nothing to do with it Boss. It's all about what decisions you make. How you choose to live your life. Most people just don't get that. It's beyond comprehension because most people don't think outside the box. Thanks for the reminder that we are each responsible for our own lives.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

boss your lucky in that you see things as they are and do whats necessary to live the life you choose

A great video and very truthful. Like my Dad used to say, "It's not how much money you make, it's what you do with what you have that counts." Love your videos, Boss.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Your dad had it right :-)

I just don't understand why people judge others instead of trying to make themselves better. Always enjoy your videos and always look forward to them!

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Too much judging and blaming in this world.

We are "lucky" to hang out with you and share part of your life. To me, it's just good backwoods logic. Yessir! 😊

@MrOldclunker

7 жыл бұрын

Hanging out with youtubers seems to be all he has other than a dog!

@billygreenville59

7 жыл бұрын

+MrOldclunker What a FOOLISH STATEMENT. You know NOTHING about Boss JC's private life! Now go crawl back in your hole & remain ignorant. 😡

Absolutely loving it! When your videos hit my feed, the whole family drops what they're doing to watch Frankie and the Boss! Wise words for a crazy world...

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy them and thank you for saying so :-)

Very well said! My wife and I have this discussion often. Alot of our friends and family always complain about being broke, but constantly eat out and purchase things that will be lying in the closet in a few weeks. You're the only one I'm subscribed to that I get instant notifications when a video is posted. Thank you for confirming once again my decision to live frugal and helping me keep my eye on my homestead goal! You're the best!

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Most of the folks i know that spend recklessly blame the government or the economy for their misfortunes. There's always someone to blame :-/

@debrabrickus8467

7 жыл бұрын

thebossoftheswamp Yes this is so true.They don't see all the unnecessary spending in their own lives then they become haters or jealous of the frugal.I was born frugal so I know.I have relatives that make twice as much money and have nothing in the bank.What?This makes no sense!✌

WE are lucky to have someone like you to share and educate. Thank you.

It is nice to hear it out loud, I have been living this way for the last eight years, rehabbing broken down homes by myself, and selling them, went from a situation of owing more than I had, to now... having two houses free and clear, zero debt and a little left for the bank to hold on to for me. It looks like the water in my carboy has cooled enough for a shower, so got to go, but wanted to thank you for helping me stay on the right track. My Friends think I am crazy and very lucky, but we know better, don't we?

Agree. We get told all the time we are "lucky" too. We say we are fortunate. Cheers.

I've watched every video you have made and I get the sense that you're a God fearing, God loving, and God believing kind of man. Having said that you are Not lucky (luck doesn't exist in my opinion), you are truly blessed and are a good steward of what the good Lord has given you. Keep'em coming. Peace and blessings to you and yours. love me some Frankie! 😊

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts :-)

Dear Swampboss..fantastic perspective as always..right on target!! OMGOMGOMG...remember me? I kept saying I need rural dirt!! I prayed for years..I live in MA all my life..So I thought "New England"...well.... I got it ALL!! near my cousins..very rural farm..trout fishing IN MY BACKYARD!! HOG HEAVEN.. leaving next week..however... I am going to NORTHERN GEORGIA.!!! I HAVE DIED AND GONE TO HEAVEN! Me and my 5 pups! All the kids are grown all all over the world..I am 60..now it's ME TIME. Thank you boss..you've helped prepare me...soooo happy I can take you with me!!

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

That's awesome Phyllis. So happy to hear your dream is coming true for you. Well done my friend :-))

It's funny you bring this up. Starting in the month of May, my wife and I have began to restructure ourselves from a financial standpoint. We are trying to save up money to buy property in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and build a cabin. We know that we have to sacrifice a lot and the changes are not easy, but incredibly feasible. You've got great timing with your videos as it pertains to my life personally. Thanks for the inspiration as always! Best of luck with the move!

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Changes are always hard Johnny and that's why people don't make them. We're packing up to move to NH and every step of the way is hard, nerve wracking, stressful and uncertain. The easiest thing to do would be to stay put here at the homestead but if you want things to be different, you have to make changes. Life is what we make of it. All the best to you and your family brother.

@dosvaskosfarms2985

7 жыл бұрын

Hey Johnny G. Wife and I bought a place in Cadillac a few years ago and will be moving there permanently from Dallas next year, Can't wait!

@murchlk

7 жыл бұрын

Johnny G johnny where in the UP you looking to go? Just spent time at the family cabin in Rexton last month. The bugs are too bad up there now to even try and stay for any length of time. Mosquitos will literally carry the dog away....

@murchlk

7 жыл бұрын

Ripp Snortin' who said you can't go in the winter? My dad spends the entire hunting season there and plenty more time throughout the year. It's a good time for a place that costs less than 10k

You are 100% right on. I am not lucky , I am blessed with common sense .

When I feel all the aches and pains I have after 54 years of living life and after the surgeries I have endured I always focus on the following answer as to why; Oh the fun I had and the experiences I shared getting to this point in my life. I wouldn't change a thing. Thank you for your sage advice on life, I pray more people are guided by it then dream of it. You can change at any age.

Sing it Brother! Was it Thoreau that said 'most men lead lives of quiet desperation and die with their song still inside them'...? Looking forward to seeing a video with the old timer that brought the car up to the cabin.

Boss, The daily Dunkin"s add up! Its all about choices

@floydyoung395

7 жыл бұрын

MML@ADDERHOLE so true

That "financial priority" discussion was so spot on JC!!!! Life it ALWAYS about OUR OWN choices..... and is NEVER about the deception a vast percentage of people call "luck". I have NEVER thought you I was "lucky", my friend. We all can simply make GOOD choices, OR fail to use simple wisdom...it's up to us!

The difference between you and those of us that watch your channel is you have the guts to take the leap. Congrats on the next step forward in accomplishing your dreams.

Great video Boss. Good job putting things in perspective.

No luck no secret. You a wise man boss thanks for sharing keep smiling and God bless

Love the dog getting hid Bat Box!! Great vid!! Keep em coming

Avoid debt and addictions, spend half your money on low risk investments, that's all there is to being lucky or as I like to call it, not being stupid.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Well said :-)

@tomeddy3971

7 жыл бұрын

Can't say I've never been stupid, but I'm doin okay and I never blame anyone else. Good gravy. . .ya fall down, ya get right back up dust yourself off and give it another go. I believe it was John Wayne who once said: "life is tough and it's even tougher when your stupid."

@MartinPHellwig

7 жыл бұрын

Tom Eddy We all have been, are or will be stupid at some point or another. The important thing is to learn from that and not mistake it as being unlucky or saying someone else is lucky because they learned from other people's stupidity without having to go through it yourself.

Who needs Dave Ramsey when you have "Frankie and the Boss"... video was great and very true!!!! People waste so much money on crap... don't even get me started on a $5-$6 drink people spend at Starbucks everyday... anyway. Cheers!!! From AZ

@srivirao

7 жыл бұрын

BIG B so true !!! he is just simple truthful and tells it like it is. Great teacher !

@bigb5216

7 жыл бұрын

Vidsi B I couldn't agree with you more! Would love the shake his hand one day and tell him thank you!!!

rule of thumb---find the ''joy'' in your lide

Envy and jealousy can fuel a lot of negativity towards folks that have it more together than most. Life is all about decisions. The ones that don't lead to regrets are the best. Yes, there are mistakes made along the way that if you have the right attitude are some of the best learning experiences of your life. I have worked hard to teach the importance of the three "R's" reading, writing and arithmetic and also the other "R's" in life, like respect, resilience and regrets (good decision making). If you are bold enough to follow your own path, make good decisions and keep plugging away no matter what, you are successful! I hope life continues to treat you well and I appreciate you taking us along on the journey, good and not so good!

Welcome back. Missed both Frankie and you...and your bits of wisdom. Every day I would finish gardening and cleaning house and then check KZread. NOPE, NOT TODAY. Not really worried about you two; figured you were just very busy. Keep smiling and hope you keep us posted of your summer and travel ideas.

It sure seems like the harder one works for their goals and dreams, the luckier other people think you are. Good to see you and Frankie again Boss

Bless you Boss and little Frankie. Educational and truly inspirational​...Thank you.

Makes sense Boss -good reminder

Ask 100 lottery winners if they feel they are lucky. A good percentage would say they are cursed. Happiness comes from within and mostly is a choice. I choose to be happy and have always been so (with a few, short-lived exceptions in my life).

A very wise man here folks, open your ears and heart and listen. God Bless you sir. Love to Franky.

Words of wisdom Boss, reminds me of the add, you are richer than you think....

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Good to hear from you buddy. All the best to you :-)

Great vid. Enjoy your day and God Bless.

Great video, Boss! Years ago, I was once one of those fools who smoked 3.5 packs a day, drove an expensive sports car, had all the toys, in debt up to my eyeballs, etc. Today, I haven't inhaled cigarettes in over 30 years (although I do puff on the occasional cigar), completely out of debt, and actively value the "simpler things in life." In short, I've learned the value of a simpler, self-sufficient lifestyle. And once I get moved this year to my property up north, I'll put that wisdom further into practice. Please keep making more videos like this one, JC. And especially when your friend stops up to share stories of the car! Please have your videocam going while he reminisces. Lots of us treasure that wisdom, and more are joining our ranks every day!

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you've made a huge turnaround Bill. Congrats on your accomplishments. God Bless

Yes, good to see you back. You reinforce for me what I know about budgeting and being sensible with money. It`s an absolute headache when others try to influence you and manipulate you to overspend on things you know you don`t want, so thanks for being MY voice of reason and someone to truly emulate. You`re a calm in the storm. Love it !!

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Linda. All the best :-)

Fantastic video! Keep it up!

As always a very inspirational and truthful. Great to see you back.

always glad to see each video when it comes out keep on doing what you are doing and be happy

Yes it is so true perspective and where a persons priorities are is very telling.

Great message - amazing how "lucky" people get when they work hard, sacrifice, take baby steps and try to do the right things on a daily basis. Yep, just luck. Thanks for the awesome reminders to see things as they truly are, I love your perspective and I learn from every video you post. Thank you Boss.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your comments buddy. Thank you

You made your own "luck" and have the scars to prove it, I'm sure! Thanks for this thought-provoking video. I really enjoy all of them. Money is just a tool, it's all about how you manage every single penny. Every best wish, from Florida.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you and best wishes to you as well :-)

You're an inspiration, sir. I'm 30 yrs old and watch your videos for the wisdom I get out of them. Keep up the great work.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Glad you find them beneficial Jeffrey. Thank you for saying so.

Boss, I know what you're saying when people think you are lucky you have what you have. What they don't see is the sacrifice, or trade offs you've made to get to where you are. I still have friends who envy things that I have, or trips I'm able to go on with my family. While they are eating out every night, or at the movies, or taking trips every month or so, I'm not. I am fortunate that I had parents and grand parents who instilled a frugal sense in me, a do it yourself attitude and use what's available attitude. Saying that reminds me of of two sage pieces of advice my grandmother used to say to me. One was, "If you take care of your pennies, your dimes will look after themselves." And when I think back, that was all she had, pennies and dimes. The other was, "If you'll deal with and pay heed to your own affairs, you won't have time to worry about other peoples affairs." Keep the vid's coming.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Sage advice for sure and you're spot on about sacrificing. I just don't buy what I can't afford. All the best :-)

your a very wise man stay safe brother

I always considered myself blessed rather than lucky. Your a smart man,I would consider that a blessing.

Amen! Continuing to learn how to live on less can be an adventure, and a challenge. Thanks for your words of wisdom.

Great examples. Thanks again JC.

A little discipline, priorities in order and small goals.....Priceless Angel from The Bay Frankie so intelligent!

Full time watcher first time commenter. Enjoy all your videos and have agreed with 99.9% of watch you have said or taught and the .1% that I questioned doesn't even matter. I just wanted to add that my Dad always told me the harder I worked the luckier I would get. Always found that to be a truism in my life. Thanks for all the great videos and the best to you in your future endeavors.

JC, we played your ending jingle twice this morning. Determination is hard work which many people confuse with luck. Those are two different concepts.

"Well Done JC!!!" Love your videos, your my inspiration! It's easy: "Spend less, save more."

Your knowledge and perspective on "life", is absolutely impressive. You are a positive inspiration. THANK YOU!!

@thebossoftheswamp

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words.

We built or off grid cabin with these ideas in mind. I find that avoiding the recurring daily expenses like smoking, coffee, lunches really adds up. Good advice.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

They certainly do. Paying interest is what sinks most households.

Absolutely true! I quit smoking 17 years ago....a cash savings of $55,000 at today's cigarette prices, not to mention that I have not been diagnosed with lung cancer and feel great! Live that bucket list Boss. You did great life planning and you deserve everything you do. You had great parents to mentor you when you were young. God bless.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

God Bless

Good to have you back Boss. Just as an answer to all those who claim that you are "so lucky", I would like to honor you for your hard work, dedication, long term commitment and most of all, for your sharing of the results. My dad (whom I miss very much) gave me only one real piece of advice in regard to 'luck'...He said, "The harder I work - the 'luckier' I get." That is a philosophy that I have taken to heart and made my life goal. The only other thing I have discovered philosophically is that there is only one thing better than living your dream...that's helping somebody else live theirs. And you, sir, have helped me so much by you steadfast and honest sharing of YOUR life that you continue to inspire me with mine. Thank you Hi to Frankie (No need to reply here - just want you know you are appreciated.)

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear you enjoy my videos Frank and that you find them beneficial. Your comment was worthy of a reply. All the best :-)

So nice to see handsome Frankie and you. I love the bat box. You're living the life I wish I had. At least we can live it through you.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

He's hilarious with that batbox. He keeps me laughing daily :-)

Wise counsel. Great examples.

Yep. Well done !!!

BOSS YOU WORKED HARD ALL YOUR LIFE TO OBTAIN WHAT YOU HAVE NOW!!! IT IS AN HONOR TO WATCH YOUR VIDEOS!!! TYVM FOR MAKING THEM!!! OH ONE OTHER THING!!! "YOU ARE VERY LOGICAL TOO AND THAT IS GOOD FOR SURE"!!!

VERY WELL SAID SIR!!!!!

Thanks Boss.

Great video & a well spoken truth about people with today's spending. Take care & good to see you again.

Another great piece of advice. Thanks.

All the little decisions add up over time - that's what people don't understand .Nice to see you back, Boss!

ty so much love to watch u at it

Thanks for this one Boss!

Love your videos!!

True words by a wise man. You are an inspiration JC! Love that song.

great vid and lesson.

your best video by far. it really isn't about luck. it's about managing what you have and looking forward to what can come.

My great grandmother use to say, its not the big splash but the steady drip that puts the hole in the rock. I always figured a wise man had better squirrel some away for a later day. Sound wisdom Boss, Thanks for sharing and good to see ya back on the tube.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

That's a great quote regarding the rock :-))

Wow that's amazing just wow

Amen ....Good One !!!!

Thanks for keeping simple and real, Boss!

Great insight! Loved the song at the end! Cheers!

Very well put 👍

Thank you for the video it was very eye opening

I've been through back surgery and have gone through medical issues too but you are lucky in that you do what you want to do, you are loved and it's not just a monetary thing. God bless, brother!!!

I LOVE THESE VIDEOS ABOUT SMART MONEY SPENDING!! YOU INSPIRE ME! KEEP EM COMING.

Good job Boss! Great to hear from you.

Great perspective. Thanks for another insightful video.

Good morning boss man! Its a pleasure seeing you again. I personally think it's not luck but what you make life to be. (EASY OR HARD) Health problems, we all have them at one point or another. It's how you choose to live with it. My husbands leg's are numb, yet he still walk's when he should be in a wheel chair. Yet he still holds on to Gods word. AMAZING! Thank you for your video and have a wonderful day with your lovely dog (Frankie)

Very well said Boss.

Thank you my friend- you are an inspiration.

Amen 🙏🏻 We all "make our own luck". Excellent video. Good to see Frankie and the Batbox! Lol. God Bless my friend.

@thebossoftheswamp

7 жыл бұрын

He's too damn cute with that lunchbox ha ha.God Bless

Spot on boss...great video

Great vid. It's all about wants and needs

Dude, living the life!

preach it, boss. so blessed my grandpa taught me the value of a dollar before he checked out. people now days have no idea

So TRUE, and Even the Words of the Song..,Frankie and the Boss. GBY both Always.

Excellent advice -- great planning on your part.

Great video.

100% correct!! Life is what you make it, we all have our choices. As always, enjoyed the video. God Bless.

Thank you for putting it in perspective. Nice!

joy in your life

Well said Boss.

Right on. You got it.