Huge part of our farming operation, he's the oil in the engine, the grease in the wheel bearing, the caffeine in the coffee, the syrup on the pancakes, the....😂 Seriously though he is amazing.
Scott, you don’t have to take a back seat to anybody!!! You’re one of the best fabricators/farmers out there!! You are a great teacher/trainer for those leaving all that expensive education yet have no practical hands on training! The Technical Colleges are full of guys who may have a fancy degree but don’t have a clue what to do out in the field. I so enjoy watching you create something that works for the guys running the machines. You can almost see that brain of yours smoking when you are working out a problem and how to fix it! You are amazing!!! Keep up the good work and stay safe!!
So man. As long as we are being honest. I never liked your role in this TH-cam series. I didn't watch too many episodes because of this. I just thought you were just along for the ride. BUT!! You opening up like this was the BEST thing you could have done for me to understand your position! Now I am rooting for you brother! Thanks for changing my mind and being honest!! I'm Watching!
Scott, how many educated people could really do what you do. You can look at a project, write some notes, and create. You articulate well. Don't sell yourself short. It takes a special breed of person to be a farmer. Thank you for being you!
Scott, you may not be able to read as Un-Dyslexic people, but you have VISION. In your minds EYE, you see what you want to accomplish, and you just Do It! Like an Artist, Photographer, Builder, You see it before you start it. You have abilities to make up for any shortcomings. You and your wife have made a beautiful family, in the future, a new house.
I’ve been a commercial pilot multi-engine instrument instructor, charter pilot, detective, Commercial Driver, photographer, scuba diver, amateur radio operator, military, and an EMT. Not a lick of college. You got plenty of brains, and college is a waste of time for many people! What you do is an amazing display of engineering and common sense… keep on trucking!
Scott, I’m 65 and never had kids, 2 minutes in you had me teared up from your openness and humility; I can only imagine just how proud your mom and dad must be of the fine young man they’ve raised.
You may have some flaws, but you're at least grateful and thats a characteristic which not many people have Scott. And remember you're not put on earth for no reason! Appreciate your work as farmers family Welker!
Great introduction Scott. I am thinking back to something your Dad told my Wife and I once a few years ago. "When something needs fixing Nick and I can fix it enough to get by, but if Scott fixes it, it will stay fixed forever." It is a real pleasure to watch you construct and repair things.
I'm humbled by the fact that you would share this with us. On the outside you seem to have everything together - and in fact you have way overcome that small problem. You have made a massive difference to the farm, and no reading could have done that. Respect.
Leg arms, I feel ya bro! I as well am dyslexic. I HATED it, but have learned, like you to deal with it. I STILL hate book learnings, & do better with hands on instructions.
Dyslexia doesn’t mean you’re stupid or not capable. Some people think in voice, some in pictures. People who are dyslexic think in 3 dimensions and see thought in 3d. That’s why similar shaped letters, pbdq can get jumbled. But it means dyslexic people are really good at building designing and engineering. It doesn’t mean you are good at first but you pick it up faster. Keep up the good work
One of the brightest people I've ever knew was dyslexic and went on to hand build one of the greatest motorcycles in history. His name is John Britten,a true legend. You tube won't allow me to post a link but there's lot's of video's on TH-cam of him and his legacy. God bless, you have a gift. Kiwi supporter from New Zealand 🇳🇿🇳🇿
Scott....We have a child that struggles and hearing your story is encouraging. We have watched you for several years and your genius building skills have been impressive. Thank you for sharing your story INSPIRATIONAL
Agreed. When he disclosed it earlier, I said, "he turned his weakness into his strength." As for his abilities -- it's amazing what one can accomplish when one does not know what one cannot do.
Hi from AZ....my son also has dyslexia, and he too had to find his way through the confusing maze...he was unhappy and frustrated until he was about 11 and he found 'his metal'....engines. He is now 50 and has made a good life for himself. Thank you for your candidness and positivity....share the news everywhere, life is what you make it, right!!! Stay safe and well.
Your discripation of your school years and the difficulty was the BEST I have ever seen. I am 73 when I was in elementary I never passed a spelling test. Reading was a bummer. Like you I was/am stubborn . I decided to go to college ,now that was a trip. I became interseted in excepitional education I feel that you and I have the experience to understand what a lot of mostly boys, deal with in school. The system wants us all to be on grade level. A personal note I had to take all the test for LD my reading word attack is second grade level, my machenical ability is in the 99% tile. I dont have a shop but would kill for one like yours. I like your sessions , they are very good and educational. It took courage to say what you did on air. Some of those like us cant express the world as they experiance it. ( note does this thing have spell check ? )
Mr.leg/arms I'm an Engineer from Detroit Diesel, I've worked as a Manufacturing troubleshooter and I've worked with some of the most brilliant Machine Repairmen. I think you are brilliant. I never see any hint of disability. I would've hired you immediately if you showed up for an interview. You have the immense advantage of outstanding mentoring, I admire your father and the other fellow that is often in your shop. All three of you lads have the greatest talent : earned confidence ! I watch your channel because you remind me of every day of my history working in heavy manufacturing where we did everything and didn't know that there were things we couldn't do! You lads are the most capable people on TH-cam Tony in Florida. retired
Leg arms I am also dyslexic. I'm 63, a father of ten had my own business for years. I'm now helping my sons in their businesses. Like you have struggled with reading and always having to check my measurements. I have built and remodeled many houses over the years. Love your message, we could do channel on dyslexia and how we over come it and be successful
Scott, I have a nephew that is in his late fifties. He is dyslexic and had a horrible time in school. Teachers calling him a dumb head etc. He finally quit high school. He is a mechanical genius, he pretty much can fix or build anything. He's bought lathes etc and is learning to be a machinist. He totally amazes me by what he has machined. I so admire him and yourself for what you two can do. You should be darn proud.
LegArms, the character of a man has nothing to do with education and my friend you have plenty of character! Your a man of God, a great family man and a true patriot. How many people;e can read electrical diagrams or invent machinery? God Bless you and your family!!!
I am also dyslexic, barely scraped though university, now going form strength to strength as an engineer, your ingenuity and creativity with problem solving never fails to impress and inspire. those auger sound better than some we just built at work.
I am a dyslexic engineer, I still struggle with it at 70 years old , but it never stopped me , I have worked on 5 Continents we have lived on 3 and I retired as a CEO of an international Engineering , Technology and Service company in the oil and gas sector. My mother taught me to sight read phonics did it work , my father taught me math the old way memory of tables and lots of rules that I had no problem remembering , they made me learn music and play an instrument, I memorized the music, I can still play it today from memory , dyslexic people just don’t follow the same visual clues.
I am an engineer and the schooling is rigorous. However all of engineering isn't just math science reading. With the right job position there is alot of creativity needed to invision what doesn't yet exist or expand on what does. Which many engineers who do well in school don't always possess.
Now there's two shirts I would like to see made. "Never Skip LEGARMS Day" .... and a Bob's Big Bud Big Boom shirt. Bob, can we get the ball rolling here?
What a deeply moving and personal account of yourself Scott. This must surely rank as a truly inspirational demonstration to anyone, especially youngsters, who are dyslexic and fear for their futures. And it should go far to allay similar fears of doom or failure in their parents too. I absolutely admire what you do Scott, and did so before seeing this. Now I see a man proud of his achievements and of overcoming perceived difficulties. You are right to be proud, and I am certain your parents must be, and Nick too. God bless you for sharing this, and for being the person many could aspire to. And thank you too. 😇
I could have been telling that intro accept I'm not not dyslexic. Just grew up on a poor farm and we had to fix everything ourselves. Every skill I have today, I learned on the farm and still draw from them to this day. Couldn't afford to even go to a community collage and still get asked where I got my degree. School of Hard Knocks with a BA in Trial and Error.That what you do on a farm. Love you guys. Wish I was there. Family first.
Our youngest granddaughter is Dyslexic, she struggled early on in school until she was diagnosed. She's currently is a freshman at our tech school learning culinary art. It takes time for her but is a very intelligent young girl. Thanks for your story.
My dad and sister are dyslexic, PC's helped them to resolve the reading and writing aspects but my dad's a clock maker by trade (dying art!) and repairs antique clocks. He can pull apart a 200 year old clock, rebuild and restore it to working order, without any instructions. Dyslexia is also something i may suffer with, but as an engineer, I can see things in 3D and how it goes together a LOT easier than my peers. There's nothing wrong with it, you're just wired differently and you're 'hands on' which is called Kenosetic learning. You learn by doing things and watching others. Some bloody decent engineers are either midly or heavily dyslexic but have succeded in life. I found it SO much easier once i understood my learning style. This is something education could seriously benefit from if they initially spent some time to help kids work out their learning methods and placed into groups of similar learning styles and catered that way (little more expensive, but the kids would all do better). It's not a weakness, understanding yourself and one's learning style , once you figured that out, everything becomes so much easier 👍
Leg arms , thank you for sharing that part of your life with us you are a blessing to many I liked you before but now I know that you are very good man , you are a big part of a great family. Thanks for all you guys do! Thank you also for sharing Jesus in your life.
Listen for me personally, I would trade every day I spent in college for your experiences and knowledge. I don't regret college necessarily but, I really didn't learn anything because I went to college for something I had been doing for 10 plus years prior. Everything you guys do is brilliant in my mind. From the spiral stairs to the pea cleaner and I love watching you all figure stuff out and make it work. Keep doin what ya do!
Life is your oyster, never stop pursuing the pearl. You guys are awesome, inspirational and down to earth and most importantly God is at the center of it all. You most certainly have my respect and attention every time you post something thank you very much for letting me in To enjoy aspects of your life with you.
When you're a team you play to each other's strengths, and cover each other's weaknesses. It's how community should be done, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Thanks for being a great example of this! As the saying goes. "When do people need encouragement? When they're still breathing." :)
You don't need a College degree to be the smartest person in the room, you are an inspiration to so many. I subbed for the Tractors, now i wait for the engineering. All the best from Australia.
My fiancé Melissa is dyslexic also. And she understands where you’re coming from Scott. She’s gotten better with her reading, but she’s found many of her talents along the way.
Every video I watch from your channel just provide me with more evidence of the undeniable character and love of every member of the Welker family. Hard working, humble, funny, intelligent and just all around amazing and fantastic family. I hope you continue to share the exploits of the Welker family with all of us for years to come and may God bless your family and your farm. Thank you for sharing your life with us.
Scott you are truly a humble man who is not afraid to admit your short comings that life has dealt you, but you also are not afraid to realize, admit, learn from and apply yourself and be thankful to God for his blessings. You are a great role model and influence for the world to see and learn from. Thank you for that my friend and thank you all for another great video.
I had to replace those same bushes in our JD 7810 with a 741 loader , ... loaders are hard on tractor's front ends which is why we take our loader off often ( it only takes 5 mins) for field work, eg: hay making , and its also our spraying tractor ......it made such a difference with new bushes !! ...good job Nick :)
Scott, I have a speech disability. Growing up I was called stupid and looked down on. As a grown up, I am an engineer and have been to FAR more places and done much more than those who teased me will ever go and do. It is what that is inside that really matters. Improvise, adapt, overcome. As an engineer I look at some of the things you build and think “dang, that is amazing!” I might not know what you are creating at first but, then it all comes together. You have an amazing talent.
Leg arms we are not going to give up on you or myself. I'm a construction mechanic and welder. I learned most from doing hand's on. Just keep the faith brother and you will overcome. Field in Michigan
i grew up dyslexic and yeah it makes you learn different things that school don't teach you, as a kid i barely ever had a book in my hands i try helping my parents in renovation when all my friends your reading. you get a different experience in life than most kids
Welcome to the club, Walt Disney was a member, I’m a A&P working on B737-BBJ. Our club consists of people on average with higher IQ’s, a will to succeed and not be limited or defined by dyslexia. I had to learn how I learn the best way (my case hearing and seeing) and try to focus my education and training in that manner. Never use it as an excuse, never let it limit you, and never feel bad about it. Remember you can overcome it, by knowing yourself better on what you need (others will have a hard time understanding this and will encounter there own problems because of not knowing themselves) and look around there’s a good chance your one of the smarts persons with common sense in the room. It really not a bad club.
You're a smart dude Scott. I've watched just about every shop video you guys have ever put out and I've always been impressed with the stuff you do. I remember when you made up the adapters to hook the hydraulic control cables up to one of the buds when you guys changed it to closed center hydraulics or replacing the hydraulic valve, I don't remember exactly what the scenario was but I was impressed with how you did that. I hear you on your childhood, when I was growing up on a small or dairy farm I used to look at those guys that would milk the cows in the morning and then rebuild equipment in the afternoon and I thought I would never be that good. Now I'm in my early 30s and I'm in a similar position being in charge of a fleet of equipment. Those older guys I was around growing up that took the time to teach me what they knew are who I owe it to that I'm good at my job now.
Welkers are good people. It was a pleasure to meet you and talk with you at The World Ag Expo in Tulare, CA. Thank you for your story Leg Arms. It is very brave of you and this is inspiring to many people. I look forward to your videos and love seeing your family work together.
It takes a special person to go in front of a large audience and admit short comings and personal struggles. Hopefully your story helps others find their groove. I recently had a conversation with my kids high school principal about how they do a disservice to kids by making them think college is the only way to become something. Keep up the good work
My husband is the smartest man I know. He can figure anything out! If he can't... It can't be fixed! He's dyslexic and the love of my life. I can read instructions to him and he'll retain it instantly. He's brilliant!
Well said Mr. Scott... You are the poster guy for Mike Rowe, (Dirty Jobs). College is not the answer for everyone. Gravitate to what you are good at or have a knack for and, as you said, apply yourself. You are obviously sharp and successful at life... can't ask for any more than that.... just don't break your arm anymore! 😁
A great example of being different does not mean being bad. Different is just different, and the world is made of our differences, that is what gives us resilience, strength, flexibility, and creativity. If everyone was the same, then we'd all be bad at the same things and good at the same things, so how would we solve problems other can't! Also the drive for perfection is often the lie, don't try to be perfect, be good enough for what you need. Don't measure yourself by others, but by your success and solving the problems you need to solve!
Scott while you were speaking a scripture flowed thru my mind " I can do all thing thru Christ who strengthens me" Hugs to all , be safe, Gods Blessings.
Scott, Amen! Our Lord Jesus has given all of us a talent, that said, you have over come your (___)...nothing will stop you! What an encouragement to all of us! God continue to Bless you!
@@jamesmccabe1702 I answered the question. You didn't like my answer. Only a troll would want someone to live in pain & suffering rather that the Bliss of Heaven.
Hi Scott. Thank you for sharing your story a little bit. My name is Daniel, but my middle name is Scott too. When I was younger, I was diagnosed with a slight autism disorder when I was 12, 13 or 14 years old I believe. As time went on I started to believe I had autism and I had a physical melt down and I needed help with pretty much with everything. I'm now turning 24 on Thursday the 24th of February and I've come a long way. I started working at my first job at a lumber store in our home town Osoyoos B.C. back in 2015 and I love it! I work inside helping customers in anyway I can. All the staff and I get along very well! I've been at my job now for 6 years and I'm looking forwarded to see what the Lord has in store for me. Thank you for the encouragement and sharing! You guys rock! I love your videos! Keep up the good work and farm on. God bless! Daniel from Canada.
Scott. You have mentioned your dyslexia briefly before in other videos. But to hear the way you talked about being scared when you where younger really hit home for me. Was told I was dyslexic in early grade school and made my school years a real pain in the butt. I am not a good reader and have done most this comment with voice typing on my phone otherwise the spelling would be vary interesting but much like yourself god has blessed me with gifts that more then make up for my shortfalls. Thanks for sharing your story its always good to hear about how others have dealt with dyslexia and you sir have definitely done well at that.
Scott, you nailed it. The key is perservearance. Find workarounds. When I was a kid no one knew the word dyslexia, but the family and grade school kids knew I couldn't spell and struggled to read. Some hinted, or flat out said, that I was "dumb" and that hurt. None the less, I was curious, had a lot of other talents, and was determined to have a productive and interesting life. Eventually, with the help of a programmable calculator (computers later) and spell-checkers I earned a PhD from a world-renowned university. Now, as an old fart, no one knows about my challenges, and I serve on a Water Resources Board for my state. Go figure. But my point for the families of dyslexic kids--do not let them think that they are "dumb!" I am begging you, don't let that happen. Find workarounds.
you are one smart man because you can come up with a plan in your head and make it happen while i watch you and go wow never in my life would have come up with that idea. Just look at the pea cleaner i don't think anyone watching this would have put this together so perfect. VERY PROUD OF YOU.
My brother-in-law had dyslexia. He decided to not finish collage, but instead became an electrician at MSU. He may have struggled with reading, but he read more history than most history grad students do in his lifetime. Never give up.
Scott - your message should be used in school systems across North American - American and Canadian. Everyone has a gift, you were lucky to find yours. And very gifted you are as a mechanic and fabricator. The level of your skill constantly amazes me. Be very proud of your accomplishments.
Always encouraging to hear triumph over adversity. So often in life we have to decide if we are going to confront the things that impede our progress or be stuck in a place of being a helpless victim of our circumstances. It is so much easier to be filled with self pity and not push ourselves to find what works so we can overcome. A learning disability not only impacts learning but self confidence and self esteem which tend to impact life in a most negative way. I'm inspired by your sharing and example Scott. God gives us all talents and calls us to be good stewards of those talents - He calls us to be the best version of ourselves. As a dyslexic myself, I know that without God's help and His putting the right people in my life I can never become the man He is calling me to be. But, with His help all things are possible! Keep up the good work and thanks to the Welker Family for being a wonderful example of a humble, faith filled family.
Scott this is so important to share with everyone. There are to many kids growing up and going to a theoretic-based school system,that feel like they are a failure. But you are for sure the true example of the opposite. I`ve had many schoolkids almost given up by the "system" on my farm over the years,only to discover that each and everyone have that unique sense for practical work and thrive when given the right opportunity. BIG fan of you and the Welker farm!
Thanks for the inspirational video. One of the best speeches I have ever heard. Scott, I am so proud of you. The speech you gave on your dyslexia is thee finest and absolutely the most wonderful speech I have ever heard. You became who you are today by your drive to become better and learn. The speech you gave will, I guarantee you, drive others with dyslexia to do better in their lives. I am in ah of you, what a wonderful person you are. Just can’t tell you how proud I am of you and to know you, you have enriched my life. Bless you. The cleaner is coming along great. With every video you all amaze me with the new additions and pieces you design for the cleaner machine. Wow. Amazing. This will be one fine machine when done. Leg arms you are an amazing individual. Nick, you tractor project is a big one. You had to take apart a lot of loader pieces to get at the bushings and such. Wow. I applaud you for taking on this project. Do not know if I would have tackled it or not. Proud of you Nick for doing it. Looks like you are on the right path and with a new shaft made you are about there for fixing it. Great going!!!!!! So very interesting to watch. Bob Welker. I can not tell you how proud I am of you and your family. Your sons are a inspiration to all of us. The speech Scott gave about his dyslexia was absolutely wonderful. I know he had your support as a father and your encouragement to press forward. Bob, you are inspiration to all of us. You and your farming operation with your family is wonderful to watch. The Welkers have enriched my life. I am a disabled veteran but your videos encourage me to press forward and keep going. Your son’s speech on this video gave me so much inspiration. You and your family have my and others total respect!!!! Bless all of you!!!!! All for now. Has been a dynamic video today. Will never leave me in thought. You all take care and be safe. Looking forward to the next video. Heartfelt thanks for everything. The Iowa farm boy. Retired Air Force veteran.
Good commentary. I know someone close to me who is dyslexic. Like you, this inhibited his academics. He found the help he needed to gain the knowledge necessary to succeed. This person is not stupid. He just needed to find the right tools to learn with. He excels in his field like you do. Congratulations!
My motto has been these aren't roadblocks, they're simply speedbumps, legarms! My father is 81 years old and can barely read yet today. He didn't finish 8th grade spent, lied about his age to start working in a steel mill. Worked his way up to mechanic before he entered his 20s. He was also a refrigeration technician, without formal training, until the "freon crazies" decided you had to have formal training(in the 80s or 90s?). Most of us could only wish we had 1/2 the skills and education men like you and my father have.
WOW Scott you and I are so alike. I'm 62 and have been dealing with the something all my life if it takes someone else 1 year to learn it takes me 2. My reading is just ok and my memory is so so. I learn like you in doing it and my uncle is a welder so I hung around him scents I was 8 just watching and doing. even as I type this I have to speak into my iPhone to spell some of the words so you are not alone. you, your brother, and your dad I so enjoy watching you guys work together. and I hope next year I will get to go to the Farm show as we call it to see you guys it is only like 20 miles away from me. Keep up the good work all 3 of your guys
I know exactly what you are saying. I am also dyslexic and found my early years very frustrating. But I decided not to give up. I only ever wanted to go to sea as a merchant seamen. After many years of study and perseverance I have reached my goals, and now hold a Captains ticket. Never give up.
Amen Scott Amen! I am blessed to be able to read without too much dyslexia, but the fact that you know what your strengths are and what your strengths are not, teaches those of us who know people that ARE dyslexic that it isn't the end of all things. Ill send this to my twin brother who is crazy dyslexic, THANKS MAN !
Leg Arms, you sound a lot like my son. Still couldn't read in 4th grade, so the school wanted to put him in special ed. When they did the IQ test, they found that his IQ was 130. We took him to Minnesota Vision Therapy, and in a few months he was catching up with the class. When he graduated from high school, he was outstanding student in math, science, and social studies. Graduated college 4 years later as valedictorian. There is treatment.
Leg arms. Your selling yourself short. Have you ever watched your self on this channel. You do amazing work and you have such a creative mechanical mind. I’m in awe of most of the stuff you do. Dyslexia doesn’t define you at all. In my opinion you overcame that. Keep your head high. You kick ass.
You rock, Scott! Your courage in discussing your issue and your talents you have developed are simply world-class. As a guy gifted with several friends who struggled in tbeir early lives with mostly undiagnosed learning issues but simply gutted out those things and became respected inventors, craftsmen and beloved family leaders. Your message is most timely for not only people bearing those issues but for the rest of us who need to take your message to heart.
Scott I have a cousin who once wanted to borrow my S10 pickup. I said sure, the only issue it has is that a thief tried to break into it and the passenger door lock was broken. Scott my cousin went to college for 10 years to get a Batchelor, Masters and PHD degrees. He called my work and told them it was an emergency that he was stranded and had them get me to phone. My first question was did you try the other door? You know there was a problem with one of the two doors. Back then you had to feed the pay phone coins. Point of my story I am impressed with your intelligence. You don't need to be a scholar to be smart. Happy 😊 subscriber .
Scott, Thank You for putting into words, the things you went through. I will be 75 this year. In 1966 I graduated last in my class of 104 with a GPA of 1.999 ( it was rounded up to 2.0 - a required gpa for graduation). Like you I could read but had to read the text 5 or 6 times before I began to understand what I read. Like you I push myself to find out what in life I wanted to do. I failed a lot. Fast forward today, I still work full time in the IT profession in a Hospital ( where I have worked for the last 33 years) in job I love. I believe adults like yourself should be the north star for all who find that the educational system just did not meet the educational need that they have. Scott you are a real live hero to all like you and I. Carry on brother.
Some years ago, I was a lifeguard instructor; I had a dyslexic person in my class. He (obviously) failed the written test; I had to give that same test to him orally; he was perfect. This gent was also studying for a marine pilot's license. (Pilots bring large freighters into a given harbor.) The book, he studied, had many technical pages. In order to comprehend a single page, he had to memorize every letter of every word on all pages, including punctuation. My hat was off to him.
I am a sufferer also to a milder degree. I can recognize on spell correct when it's right. I learned to sight read over time but must practice every day. I think it's the parable of the talents. I have been blessed in other ways. Very high mechanical aptitude. Accomplished carpenter/cabinetmaker. Comedian. Just stay in the game. Thanks Scott.
You have more skills and knowledge than I do. You're a farmer. You have to know a lot to be a successful farmer. I'm not a farmer, so I don't possess those skills and that knowledge. Stand proud Dude!!
Scott, you've disproven any perceived shortcomings you had. You're a great Dad and you are the proof that determination and adaptation don't require a sheepskin from any university to prove just how inventive and capable you are. You have a family that supports you and your uniqueness with love and no matter what anyone else says... that is all that matters... Keep fabbing these creations, it is a blast to watch what you and Nick will cobble together next!
You have done more fab on this job than I have in the last 10 years lol... one day I'll have a shop the size you started with hopefully then my kids will upgrade it
I found out I was dyslexic at the start of my Senior year in high school. I had signed up for the Army before the they tested me. I served for 23 years active duty and retired as an SFC/E7. I was a DS/GS radar repairer, (technician) during my entire career. I agree that as long as you apply yourself you can accomplish anything. I earned my BS degree will on active duty with a 3.9 GPA. I learned different way to study, from reading, taking notes during the lectures and creating thousands of flashcards for each class to use to study for the test. You are an inspiration for your abilities and what you can do and have accomplished.
You are so courageous to be so candid about yourself. I have a son also with dyslexia, and he has found ways to ‘work around’ the challenges. His strengths also come from the challenges. He has tremendous attention to detail and refuses to submit ‘good enough ’ work, it has to be perfect! I absolutely see him in you! Thank you for all the great videos your family creates. God bless you all!
Scott you are gifted and blessed because that is how the good Lord made you. My son is 22 and we learned when he was a second grader he was dyslexic. He always had “busy” hands as a kid. He struggled to graduate high school but he did. No college either but he works in the local labor union here and makes a darn good living. I have shared all your stories with him to help keep encouraging him. Blessings to you and your family!!!!
Thanks Scott! I’m dyslexic too (maybe little bit lighter). I recognise your feeling!!! Today I’m blessed with dyslectic! 🙏 And have a really god job with the best colleagues and employees. BUT I’m felt stupid when I was young!!! Because of the words who jumped around, disappearing and changed form. So a tip, I use apps who read the text, auto correction and “read” sound books (really good to read with the real book). So today I’m a thankful dyslectic! 🙏 Because I’m seeing things another way of that person who have a “higher graduation” and we complete each other. Thanks Scot for sharing and explain our feeling and situation!!! ❤️
Big armsyou are the technician, the oil on this farm. Be yourself is one of the importants things. See what you have accomplished in the past that is whats count and how you are now. Being a father and husband and a technical farmer. I am proud of you and all the things you do. Love the vids and the family. God bless to all of you. Harry Rozenburg The Netherlands.
leg arms your mam dad must be very proud of you i think you are very talented and a crucial part of wlekers infastructure well done god bless welkers
Huge part of our farming operation, he's the oil in the engine, the grease in the wheel bearing, the caffeine in the coffee, the syrup on the pancakes, the....😂 Seriously though he is amazing.
@@WelkerFarms and just think you wanted to fire him
@@WelkerFarms 👍 God bless ya all
One of my nephews is dyslexic.
Scott, you don’t have to take a back seat to anybody!!! You’re one of the best fabricators/farmers out there!! You are a great teacher/trainer for those leaving all that expensive education yet have no practical hands on training! The Technical Colleges are full of guys who may have a fancy degree but don’t have a clue what to do out in the field. I so enjoy watching you create something that works for the guys running the machines. You can almost see that brain of yours smoking when you are working out a problem and how to fix it! You are amazing!!! Keep up the good work and stay safe!!
So man. As long as we are being honest. I never liked your role in this TH-cam series. I didn't watch too many episodes because of this. I just thought you were just along for the ride. BUT!! You opening up like this was the BEST thing you could have done for me to understand your position! Now I am rooting for you brother! Thanks for changing my mind and being honest!! I'm Watching!
Scott, how many educated people could really do what you do. You can look at a project, write some notes, and create. You articulate well. Don't sell yourself short. It takes a special breed of person to be a farmer. Thank you for being you!
Scott, you may not be able to read as Un-Dyslexic people, but you have VISION. In your minds EYE, you see what you want to accomplish, and you just Do It! Like an Artist, Photographer, Builder, You see it before you start it.
You have abilities to make up for any shortcomings. You and your wife have made a beautiful family, in the future, a new house.
I’ve been a commercial pilot multi-engine instrument instructor, charter pilot, detective, Commercial Driver, photographer, scuba diver, amateur radio operator, military, and an EMT. Not a lick of college. You got plenty of brains, and college is a waste of time for many people! What you do is an amazing display of engineering and common sense… keep on trucking!
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Scott, I’m 65 and never had kids, 2 minutes in you had me teared up from your openness and humility; I can only imagine just how proud your mom and dad must be of the fine young man they’ve raised.
Scott you are a great example to people that you can be successful without being great at school or going to college.
You may have some flaws, but you're at least grateful and thats a characteristic which not many people have Scott. And remember you're not put on earth for no reason! Appreciate your work as farmers family Welker!
Great introduction Scott. I am thinking back to something your Dad told my Wife and I once a few years ago. "When something needs fixing Nick and I can fix it enough to get by, but if Scott fixes it, it will stay fixed forever." It is a real pleasure to watch you construct and repair things.
I'm humbled by the fact that you would share this with us. On the outside you seem to have everything together - and in fact you have way overcome that small problem. You have made a massive difference to the farm, and no reading could have done that. Respect.
Leg arms, I feel ya bro! I as well am dyslexic. I HATED it, but have learned, like you to deal with it. I STILL hate book learnings, & do better with hands on instructions.
Dyslexia doesn’t mean you’re stupid or not capable. Some people think in voice, some in pictures. People who are dyslexic think in 3 dimensions and see thought in 3d. That’s why similar shaped letters, pbdq can get jumbled. But it means dyslexic people are really good at building designing and engineering. It doesn’t mean you are good at first but you pick it up faster. Keep up the good work
One of the brightest people I've ever knew was dyslexic and went on to hand build one of the greatest motorcycles in history.
His name is John Britten,a true legend.
You tube won't allow me to post a link but there's lot's of video's on TH-cam of him and his legacy.
God bless, you have a gift.
Kiwi supporter from New Zealand 🇳🇿🇳🇿
A real great man👍
Scott....We have a child that struggles and hearing your story is encouraging. We have watched you for several years and your genius building skills have been impressive. Thank you for sharing your story INSPIRATIONAL
Would've never known about your dyslexia. But your openness is inspiring too children and adults who have challenges..God bless you leg arms
Seconded, LegArm is a good role model.
Agreed. When he disclosed it earlier, I said, "he turned his weakness into his strength." As for his abilities -- it's amazing what one can accomplish when one does not know what one cannot do.
Hi from AZ....my son also has dyslexia, and he too had to find his way through the confusing maze...he was unhappy and frustrated until he was about 11 and he found 'his metal'....engines. He is now 50 and has made a good life for himself. Thank you for your candidness and positivity....share the news everywhere, life is what you make it, right!!! Stay safe and well.
Your discripation of your school years and the difficulty was the BEST I have ever seen. I am 73 when I was in elementary I never passed a spelling
test. Reading was a bummer. Like you I was/am stubborn . I decided to go to college ,now that was a trip. I became interseted in excepitional education
I feel that you and I have the experience to understand what a lot of mostly boys, deal with in school. The system wants us all to be on grade level.
A personal note I had to take all the test for LD my reading word attack is second grade level, my machenical ability is in the 99% tile. I dont have a shop
but would kill for one like yours.
I like your sessions , they are very good and educational. It took courage to say what you did on air. Some of those like us cant express the world as they
experiance it. ( note does this thing have spell check ? )
Great intro with leg arms. You have a message that would be great for people of any walk of life. 👍👍👍
Mr.leg/arms
I'm an Engineer from Detroit Diesel, I've worked as a Manufacturing troubleshooter and I've worked with some of the most brilliant Machine Repairmen.
I think you are brilliant. I never see any hint of disability. I would've hired you immediately if you showed up for an interview.
You have the immense advantage of outstanding mentoring, I admire your father and the other fellow that is often in your shop.
All three of you lads have the greatest talent : earned confidence !
I watch your channel because you remind me of every day of my history working in heavy manufacturing where we did everything and didn't know that there were things we couldn't do!
You lads are the most capable people on TH-cam
Tony in Florida. retired
Leg arms I am also dyslexic. I'm 63, a father of ten had my own business for years. I'm now helping my sons in their businesses. Like you have struggled with reading and always having to check my measurements. I have built and remodeled many houses over the years. Love your message, we could do channel on dyslexia and how we over come it and be successful
Scott, I have a nephew that is in his late fifties. He is dyslexic and had a horrible time in school. Teachers calling him a dumb head etc. He finally quit high school. He is a mechanical genius, he pretty much can fix or build anything. He's bought lathes etc and is learning to be a machinist. He totally amazes me by what he has machined. I so admire him and yourself for what you two can do. You should be darn proud.
Scott I'm right there with you ! I've heard it said that dyslexia is a gift to people like us , we just think differently.
I had slammed that like button within 60 seconds. Not everyone needs to be a literary great to be GREAT.
LegArms, the character of a man has nothing to do with education and my friend you have plenty of character! Your a man of God, a great family man and a true patriot. How many people;e can read electrical diagrams or invent machinery? God Bless you and your family!!!
I am also dyslexic, barely scraped though university, now going form strength to strength as an engineer, your ingenuity and creativity with problem solving never fails to impress and inspire. those auger sound better than some we just built at work.
I have ADHD and I am starting school to be an engineer, thank you both for sharing your struggles and successes. You are both inspiring.
I am a dyslexic engineer, I still struggle with it at 70 years old , but it never stopped me , I have worked on 5 Continents we have lived on 3 and I retired as a CEO of an international Engineering , Technology and Service company in the oil and gas sector. My mother taught me to sight read phonics did it work , my father taught me math the old way memory of tables and lots of rules that I had no problem remembering , they made me learn music and play an instrument, I memorized the music, I can still play it today from memory , dyslexic people just don’t follow the same visual clues.
I am an engineer and the schooling is rigorous. However all of engineering isn't just math science reading. With the right job position there is alot of creativity needed to invision what doesn't yet exist or expand on what does. Which many engineers who do well in school don't always possess.
Now there's two shirts I would like to see made. "Never Skip LEGARMS Day" .... and a Bob's Big Bud Big Boom shirt. Bob, can we get the ball rolling here?
What a deeply moving and personal account of yourself Scott. This must surely rank as a truly inspirational demonstration to anyone, especially youngsters, who are dyslexic and fear for their futures. And it should go far to allay similar fears of doom or failure in their parents too.
I absolutely admire what you do Scott, and did so before seeing this. Now I see a man proud of his achievements and of overcoming perceived difficulties.
You are right to be proud, and I am certain your parents must be, and Nick too. God bless you for sharing this, and for being the person many could aspire to.
And thank you too. 😇
I could have been telling that intro accept I'm not not dyslexic. Just grew up on a poor farm and we had to fix everything ourselves. Every skill I have today, I learned on the farm and still draw from them to this day. Couldn't afford to even go to a community collage and still get asked where I got my degree. School of Hard Knocks with a BA in Trial and Error.That what you do on a farm. Love you guys. Wish I was there. Family first.
Our youngest granddaughter is Dyslexic, she struggled early on in school until she was diagnosed. She's currently is a freshman at our tech school learning culinary art. It takes time for her but is a very intelligent young girl. Thanks for your story.
My dad and sister are dyslexic, PC's helped them to resolve the reading and writing aspects but my dad's a clock maker by trade (dying art!) and repairs antique clocks.
He can pull apart a 200 year old clock, rebuild and restore it to working order, without any instructions. Dyslexia is also something i may suffer with, but as an engineer, I can see things in 3D and how it goes together a LOT easier than my peers.
There's nothing wrong with it, you're just wired differently and you're 'hands on' which is called Kenosetic learning. You learn by doing things and watching others. Some bloody decent engineers are either midly or heavily dyslexic but have succeded in life. I found it SO much easier once i understood my learning style. This is something education could seriously benefit from if they initially spent some time to help kids work out their learning methods and placed into groups of similar learning styles and catered that way (little more expensive, but the kids would all do better).
It's not a weakness, understanding yourself and one's learning style , once you figured that out, everything becomes so much easier 👍
You are very good at designing and building machinery, regardless of the dyslexia. College isn’t necessary with your god given talents.
Leg arms , thank you for sharing that part of your life with us you are a blessing to many I liked you before but now I know that you are very good man , you are a big part of a great family. Thanks for all you guys do! Thank you also for sharing Jesus in your life.
Scott just do and ask for forgiveness on the Wagner also hit it with a turbo when your in there!
Scott you are more talented than 99.99999% of the people on earth. An amazing man!
Listen for me personally, I would trade every day I spent in college for your experiences and knowledge. I don't regret college necessarily but, I really didn't learn anything because I went to college for something I had been doing for 10 plus years prior. Everything you guys do is brilliant in my mind. From the spiral stairs to the pea cleaner and I love watching you all figure stuff out and make it work. Keep doin what ya do!
Life is your oyster, never stop pursuing the pearl. You guys are awesome, inspirational and down to earth and most importantly God is at the center of it all. You most certainly have my respect and attention every time you post something thank you very much for letting me in To enjoy aspects of your life with you.
I couldn’t agree more. Dyslexic is a blessing not a curse.
It has given me far much more than it has hindered me.
When you're a team you play to each other's strengths, and cover each other's weaknesses. It's how community should be done, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Thanks for being a great example of this! As the saying goes. "When do people need encouragement? When they're still breathing." :)
From the bottom of my heart! Thank you and God bless you all!
You don't need a College degree to be the smartest person in the room, you are an inspiration to so many. I subbed for the Tractors, now i wait for the engineering. All the best from Australia.
My fiancé Melissa is dyslexic also. And she understands where you’re coming from Scott. She’s gotten better with her reading, but she’s found many of her talents along the way.
Every video I watch from your channel just provide me with more evidence of the undeniable character and love of every member of the Welker family. Hard working, humble, funny, intelligent and just all around amazing and fantastic family. I hope you continue to share the exploits of the Welker family with all of us for years to come and may God bless your family and your farm. Thank you for sharing your life with us.
Thank you so much 😀 very kind of you!
Scott you are truly a humble man who is not afraid to admit your short comings that life has dealt you, but you also are not afraid to realize, admit, learn from and apply yourself and be thankful to God for his blessings. You are a great role model and influence for the world to see and learn from. Thank you for that my friend and thank you all for another great video.
I had to replace those same bushes in our JD 7810 with a 741 loader , ... loaders are hard on tractor's front ends which is why we take our loader off often ( it only takes 5 mins) for field work, eg: hay making , and its also our spraying tractor ......it made such a difference with new bushes !! ...good job Nick :)
I honestly don’t think there is anything that you 3 Gents can’t do or achieve, it’s always a treat watching. Thankyou. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🤛🤜🇬🇧🇺🇸
Scott, I have a speech disability. Growing up I was called stupid and looked down on. As a grown up, I am an engineer and have been to FAR more places and done much more than those who teased me will ever go and do. It is what that is inside that really matters. Improvise, adapt, overcome.
As an engineer I look at some of the things you build and think “dang, that is amazing!” I might not know what you are creating at first but, then it all comes together.
You have an amazing talent.
Leg arms we are not going to give up on you or myself. I'm a construction mechanic and welder. I learned most from doing hand's on. Just keep the faith brother and you will overcome. Field in Michigan
Mike Rowe would enjoy your story. I've always heard a farmer was a mechanic with a serious gardening hobby.
i grew up dyslexic and yeah it makes you learn different things that school don't teach you, as a kid i barely ever had a book in my hands i try helping my parents in renovation when all my friends your reading. you get a different experience in life than most kids
Thinking outside of the box SUPER SMART in my opinion.
Welcome to the club, Walt Disney was a member, I’m a A&P working on B737-BBJ. Our club consists of people on average with higher IQ’s, a will to succeed and not be limited or defined by dyslexia. I had to learn how I learn the best way (my case hearing and seeing) and try to focus my education and training in that manner. Never use it as an excuse, never let it limit you, and never feel bad about it. Remember you can overcome it, by knowing yourself better on what you need (others will have a hard time understanding this and will encounter there own problems because of not knowing themselves) and look around there’s a good chance your one of the smarts persons with common sense in the room. It really not a bad club.
You're a smart dude Scott. I've watched just about every shop video you guys have ever put out and I've always been impressed with the stuff you do. I remember when you made up the adapters to hook the hydraulic control cables up to one of the buds when you guys changed it to closed center hydraulics or replacing the hydraulic valve, I don't remember exactly what the scenario was but I was impressed with how you did that.
I hear you on your childhood, when I was growing up on a small or dairy farm I used to look at those guys that would milk the cows in the morning and then rebuild equipment in the afternoon and I thought I would never be that good. Now I'm in my early 30s and I'm in a similar position being in charge of a fleet of equipment. Those older guys I was around growing up that took the time to teach me what they knew are who I owe it to that I'm good at my job now.
Welkers are good people. It was a pleasure to meet you and talk with you at The World Ag Expo in Tulare, CA. Thank you for your story Leg Arms. It is very brave of you and this is inspiring to many people. I look forward to your videos and love seeing your family work together.
Thank you for taking the time to see us. You all help make our days!!
It takes a special person to go in front of a large audience and admit short comings and personal struggles. Hopefully your story helps others find their groove. I recently had a conversation with my kids high school principal about how they do a disservice to kids by making them think college is the only way to become something. Keep up the good work
My husband is the smartest man I know. He can figure anything out! If he can't... It can't be fixed! He's dyslexic and the love of my life. I can read instructions to him and he'll retain it instantly. He's brilliant!
Well said Mr. Scott... You are the poster guy for Mike Rowe, (Dirty Jobs). College is not the answer for everyone. Gravitate to what you are good at or have a knack for and, as you said, apply yourself. You are obviously sharp and successful at life... can't ask for any more than that.... just don't break your arm anymore! 😁
A great example of being different does not mean being bad. Different is just different, and the world is made of our differences, that is what gives us resilience, strength, flexibility, and creativity. If everyone was the same, then we'd all be bad at the same things and good at the same things, so how would we solve problems other can't! Also the drive for perfection is often the lie, don't try to be perfect, be good enough for what you need. Don't measure yourself by others, but by your success and solving the problems you need to solve!
Scott while you were speaking a scripture flowed thru my mind " I can do all thing thru Christ who strengthens me" Hugs to all , be safe, Gods Blessings.
Scott, Amen! Our Lord Jesus has given all of us a talent, that said, you have over come your (___)...nothing will stop you! What an encouragement to all of us! God continue to Bless you!
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That pin is probably made from 1045 cold drawn steel with the bearing areas induction hardened. Again, I enjoy watching you gentlemen work!
Great testimony about overcoming and succeeding in life. I am a 70 year old man, dyslexic, left handed and proud of it. Thank you and God Bless.
Scott, your story brought a tear. We have son who suffered a brain injury but the result is a lot like what you are dealing with.
Hi Scott. Thank you for sharing your story a little bit. My name is Daniel, but my middle name is Scott too. When I was younger, I was diagnosed with a slight autism disorder when I was 12, 13 or 14 years old I believe. As time went on I started to believe I had autism and I had a physical melt down and I needed help with pretty much with everything. I'm now turning 24 on Thursday the 24th of February and I've come a long way. I started working at my first job at a lumber store in our home town Osoyoos B.C. back in 2015 and I love it! I work inside helping customers in anyway I can. All the staff and I get along very well! I've been at my job now for 6 years and I'm looking forwarded to see what the Lord has in store for me. Thank you for the encouragement and sharing! You guys rock! I love your videos! Keep up the good work and farm on. God bless! Daniel from Canada.
Scott. You have mentioned your dyslexia briefly before in other videos. But to hear the way you talked about being scared when you where younger really hit home for me. Was told I was dyslexic in early grade school and made my school years a real pain in the butt. I am not a good reader and have done most this comment with voice typing on my phone otherwise the spelling would be vary interesting but much like yourself god has blessed me with gifts that more then make up for my shortfalls. Thanks for sharing your story its always good to hear about how others have dealt with dyslexia and you sir have definitely done well at that.
Scott, you nailed it. The key is perservearance. Find workarounds. When I was a kid no one knew the word dyslexia, but the family and grade school kids knew I couldn't spell and struggled to read. Some hinted, or flat out said, that I was "dumb" and that hurt. None the less, I was curious, had a lot of other talents, and was determined to have a productive and interesting life. Eventually, with the help of a programmable calculator (computers later) and spell-checkers I earned a PhD from a world-renowned university. Now, as an old fart, no one knows about my challenges, and I serve on a Water Resources Board for my state. Go figure. But my point for the families of dyslexic kids--do not let them think that they are "dumb!" I am begging you, don't let that happen. Find workarounds.
you are one smart man because you can come up with a plan in your head and make it happen while i watch you and go wow never in my life would have come up with that idea. Just look at the pea cleaner i don't think anyone watching this would have put this together so perfect. VERY PROUD OF YOU.
Leg arms you are amazing, if you never said you have a learning disability I would have never believe you. Your skills are amazing!
Some of our grandsons have dyslexia & are having a very hard time in school, thank you for letting them know they can do anything !
My brother-in-law had dyslexia. He decided to not finish collage, but instead became an electrician at MSU. He may have struggled with reading, but he read more history than most history grad students do in his lifetime. Never give up.
Scott - your message should be used in school systems across North American - American and Canadian. Everyone has a gift, you were lucky to find yours. And very gifted you are as a mechanic and fabricator. The level of your skill constantly amazes me. Be very proud of your accomplishments.
Always encouraging to hear triumph over adversity. So often in life we have to decide if we are going to confront the things that impede our progress or be stuck in a place of being a helpless victim of our circumstances. It is so much easier to be filled with self pity and not push ourselves to find what works so we can overcome. A learning disability not only impacts learning but self confidence and self esteem which tend to impact life in a most negative way. I'm inspired by your sharing and example Scott. God gives us all talents and calls us to be good stewards of those talents - He calls us to be the best version of ourselves. As a dyslexic myself, I know that without God's help and His putting the right people in my life I can never become the man He is calling me to be. But, with His help all things are possible! Keep up the good work and thanks to the Welker Family for being a wonderful example of a humble, faith filled family.
Scott this is so important to share with everyone. There are to many kids growing up and going to a theoretic-based school system,that feel like they are a failure. But you are for sure the true example of the opposite. I`ve had many schoolkids almost given up by the "system" on my farm over the years,only to discover that each and everyone have that unique sense for practical work and thrive when given the right opportunity. BIG fan of you and the Welker farm!
Thanks for the inspirational video. One of the best speeches I have ever heard.
Scott, I am so proud of you. The speech you gave on your dyslexia is thee finest and absolutely the most wonderful speech I have ever heard. You became who you are today by your drive to become better and learn. The speech you gave will, I guarantee you, drive others with dyslexia to do better in their lives. I am in ah of you, what a wonderful person you are. Just can’t tell you how proud I am of you and to know you, you have enriched my life. Bless you.
The cleaner is coming along great. With every video you all amaze me with the new additions and pieces you design for the cleaner machine. Wow. Amazing. This will be one fine machine when done. Leg arms you are an amazing individual.
Nick, you tractor project is a big one. You had to take apart a lot of loader pieces to get at the bushings and such. Wow. I applaud you for taking on this project. Do not know if I would have tackled it or not. Proud of you Nick for doing it. Looks like you are on the right path and with a new shaft made you are about there for fixing it. Great going!!!!!!
So very interesting to watch.
Bob Welker. I can not tell you how proud I am of you and your family. Your sons are a inspiration to all of us. The speech Scott gave about his dyslexia was absolutely wonderful. I know he had your support as a father and your encouragement to press forward. Bob, you are inspiration to all of us. You and your farming operation with your family is wonderful to watch. The Welkers have enriched my life. I am a disabled veteran but your videos encourage me to press forward and keep going. Your son’s speech on this video gave me so much inspiration.
You and your family have my and others total respect!!!! Bless all of you!!!!!
All for now. Has been a dynamic video today. Will never leave me in thought.
You all take care and be safe.
Looking forward to the next video. Heartfelt thanks for everything.
The Iowa farm boy.
Retired Air Force veteran.
Thanks for the heartfelt comment Steve! They always make our day!
Good commentary. I know someone close to me who is dyslexic. Like you, this inhibited his academics. He found the help he needed to gain the knowledge necessary to succeed. This person is not stupid. He just needed to find the right tools to learn with. He excels in his field like you do. Congratulations!
My motto has been these aren't roadblocks, they're simply speedbumps, legarms! My father is 81 years old and can barely read yet today. He didn't finish 8th grade spent, lied about his age to start working in a steel mill. Worked his way up to mechanic before he entered his 20s. He was also a refrigeration technician, without formal training, until the "freon crazies" decided you had to have formal training(in the 80s or 90s?).
Most of us could only wish we had 1/2 the skills and education men like you and my father have.
Way to go Scott, you are so much more than legarms, you are an inspiration to many God bless
WOW Scott you and I are so alike. I'm 62 and have been dealing with the something all my life if it takes someone else 1 year to learn it takes me 2. My reading is just ok and my memory is so so. I learn like you in doing it and my uncle is a welder so I hung around him scents I was 8 just watching and doing. even as I type this I have to speak into my iPhone to spell some of the words so you are not alone. you, your brother, and your dad I so enjoy watching you guys work together. and I hope next year I will get to go to the Farm show as we call it to see you guys it is only like 20 miles away from me. Keep up the good work all 3 of your guys
I know exactly what you are saying. I am also dyslexic and found my early years very frustrating. But I decided not to give up. I only ever wanted to go to sea as a merchant seamen. After many years of study and perseverance I have reached my goals, and now hold a Captains ticket. Never give up.
Amen Scott Amen! I am blessed to be able to read without too much dyslexia, but the fact that you know what your strengths are and what your strengths are not, teaches those of us who know people that ARE dyslexic that it isn't the end of all things. Ill send this to my twin brother who is crazy dyslexic, THANKS MAN !
Leg Arms, you sound a lot like my son. Still couldn't read in 4th grade, so the school wanted to put him in special ed. When they did the IQ test, they found that his IQ was 130. We took him to Minnesota Vision Therapy, and in a few months he was catching up with the class. When he graduated from high school, he was outstanding student in math, science, and social studies. Graduated college 4 years later as valedictorian. There is treatment.
Leg arms. Your selling yourself short. Have you ever watched your self on this channel. You do amazing work and you have such a creative mechanical mind. I’m in awe of most of the stuff you do. Dyslexia doesn’t define you at all. In my opinion you overcame that. Keep your head high. You kick ass.
You rock, Scott! Your courage in discussing your issue and your talents you have developed are simply world-class. As a guy gifted with several friends who struggled in tbeir early lives with mostly undiagnosed learning issues but simply gutted out those things and became respected inventors, craftsmen and beloved family leaders.
Your message is most timely for not only people bearing those issues but for the rest of us who need to take your message to heart.
Scott I have a cousin who once wanted to borrow my S10 pickup. I said sure, the only issue it has is that a thief tried to break into it and the passenger door lock was broken.
Scott my cousin went to college for 10 years to get a Batchelor, Masters and PHD degrees.
He called my work and told them it was an emergency that he was stranded and had them get me to phone.
My first question was did you try the other door?
You know there was a problem with one of the two doors. Back then you had to feed the pay phone coins.
Point of my story I am impressed with your intelligence. You don't need to be a scholar to be smart.
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Scott, Thank You for putting into words, the things you went through. I will be 75 this year. In 1966 I graduated last in my class of 104 with a GPA of 1.999 ( it was rounded up to 2.0 - a required gpa for graduation). Like you I could read but had to read the text 5 or 6 times before I began to understand what I read. Like you I push myself to find out what in life I wanted to do. I failed a lot.
Fast forward today, I still work full time in the IT profession in a Hospital ( where I have worked for the last 33 years) in job I love. I believe adults like yourself should be the north star for all who find that the educational system just did not meet the educational need that they have.
Scott you are a real live hero to all like you and I. Carry on brother.
Some years ago, I was a lifeguard instructor; I had a dyslexic person in my class. He (obviously) failed the written test; I had to give that same test to him orally; he was perfect. This gent was also studying for a marine pilot's license. (Pilots bring large freighters into a given harbor.) The book, he studied, had many technical pages. In order to comprehend a single page, he had to memorize every letter of every word on all pages, including punctuation. My hat was off to him.
I am a sufferer also to a milder degree. I can recognize on spell correct when it's right. I learned to sight read over time but must practice every day. I think it's the parable of the talents. I have been blessed in other ways. Very high mechanical aptitude. Accomplished carpenter/cabinetmaker. Comedian. Just stay in the game. Thanks Scott.
Leg Arms, your honesty is wonderful. You are a role model kids can follow.
Leg Arms - over half a MILLION people look forward to all your videos each week or whenever you guys drop one - so you have that going for you to!
You have more skills and knowledge than I do. You're a farmer. You have to know a lot to be a successful farmer. I'm not a farmer, so I don't possess those skills and that knowledge. Stand proud Dude!!
WHAT a MAN ! There is a inspirational speaker in there ! THANK YOU.
Great message for the young viewers. Fabulous Fab job. 👍
Scott, you've disproven any perceived shortcomings you had. You're a great Dad and you are the proof that determination and adaptation don't require a sheepskin from any university to prove just how inventive and capable you are. You have a family that supports you and your uniqueness with love and no matter what anyone else says... that is all that matters... Keep fabbing these creations, it is a blast to watch what you and Nick will cobble together next!
You have done more fab on this job than I have in the last 10 years lol... one day I'll have a shop the size you started with hopefully then my kids will upgrade it
I found out I was dyslexic at the start of my Senior year in high school. I had signed up for the Army before the they tested me.
I served for 23 years active duty and retired as an SFC/E7. I was a DS/GS radar repairer, (technician) during my entire career.
I agree that as long as you apply yourself you can accomplish anything. I earned my BS degree will on active duty with a 3.9 GPA.
I learned different way to study, from reading, taking notes during the lectures and creating thousands of flashcards for each class to use to study for the test.
You are an inspiration for your abilities and what you can do and have accomplished.
scott you should be an inspirational speaker to kids .i think you could help them so much.i think thats what God put you on earth to do.
You are so courageous to be so candid about yourself. I have a son also with dyslexia, and he has found ways to ‘work around’ the challenges. His strengths also come from the challenges. He has tremendous attention to detail and refuses to submit ‘good enough ’ work, it has to be perfect! I absolutely see him in you! Thank you for all the great videos your family creates. God bless you all!
Scott you are gifted and blessed because that is how the good Lord made you. My son is 22 and we learned when he was a second grader he was dyslexic. He always had “busy” hands as a kid. He struggled to graduate high school but he did. No college either but he works in the local labor union here and makes a darn good living. I have shared all your stories with him to help keep encouraging him. Blessings to you and your family!!!!
Thanks Scott! I’m dyslexic too (maybe little bit lighter). I recognise your feeling!!! Today I’m blessed with dyslectic! 🙏 And have a really god job with the best colleagues and employees.
BUT I’m felt stupid when I was young!!! Because of the words who jumped around, disappearing and changed form.
So a tip, I use apps who read the text, auto correction and “read” sound books (really good to read with the real book).
So today I’m a thankful dyslectic! 🙏 Because I’m seeing things another way of that person who have a “higher graduation” and we complete each other.
Thanks Scot for sharing and explain our feeling and situation!!! ❤️
Big armsyou are the technician, the oil on this farm. Be yourself is one of the importants things. See what you have accomplished in the past that is whats count and how you are now. Being a father and husband and a technical farmer. I am proud of you and all the things you do. Love the vids and the family. God bless to all of you. Harry Rozenburg The Netherlands.
Scott thanks for your story, and guys thanks for keeping safety #1 in your videos!