UPDATE: I'm Ryan's dad ... and the grief is a pain that never goes away. But ... growth happens, and life goes on. His wife has remarried an amazing man who first fell in love with the kids. He's a remarkable dad and the marriage is beautiful. Not surprisingly, he's rather ... familiar! His sense of humor, his sense of adventure, his tender heart, and his passion for life remind us of Ry so much. Thanks for all the kind words. Ryan was a beautiful man, and we miss him desperately.
Thank you so so much for the update kevin , what an amazing man you brought in to the world, I'm so happy the mum and children are also in a good place , must be horrendous for all involved , wishing you and them love and light in abundance xoxo
Ryan Woods passed away on Nov. 7, 2012. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife and children. Thank you for sharing your story with us, Ryan. We will miss you.
Ryans last words on the last blog he wrote: “I think you never feel more human than when you are dying. And that’s an emotional and painful place to be.”
You know - life is unfair. Ryan was a FANTASTIC father to his children. The type of father most children dream of. The fact that my dad doesn't care about me, doesn't acknowledge my existence, loves drugs and alcohol more than me, and he gets his life, he gets to live his life every day. But worthy people like Ryan don't - that's unfair. I wish everyone lived their lives to the full.
Its just like graduation, Ryan has already learned, lived and passed the test which we call life. Your dad on the other hand is still yet to learn... Well for starters, he is yet to learn to appreciate you and your importance. And he is yet to see your beauty as a person and your significance to the people around you. So lets not give up, on people and in life. :)
Anna im so sorry you don’t have the father you deserve. Remember it has nothing to do with you. Addiction is an illness. I hope you know you are worthy of love and your dad’s decisions have nothing to do with anything you have done or have not done. ❤️
Hey Anna, you don't know me, but I am a recovering addict. I am sorry your Father has yet to realize what an amazing gift you are to him. My hope is that your Dad will break the cycle of his addiction- and do so before it's too late. I hope you will find it in your heart to forgive him one day- I know he's not thinking in the right state of mind currently (it's the addiction speaking, although that does not excuse his actions). You seem like a pretty fantastic, grounded person. He should be so proud to call you his own! Sending you much love and light xoxo
Thats how i feel with my condition. As hard and painful as it is, id rather it be me than to watch a loved one go thru this. They feel so helpless, its heartbreaking.
whenever my depression gets really hard for me to handle, I come and watch this video. It helps me keep fighting because people like Ryan and his family can stay so positive at such terrible events. RIP Ryan
it's been more than 4 hours since I started watching SoulPancake videos and they really changed my mood, the most important I learned today from all these videos is that we should forgive and forget , not to excuse to people who don't deserve it, but just forgive them for yourself, don't let idiots ruin your day, forgive them .
Well said :) Let go of the things you are powerless over. Not worth your time and energy. You can't change situations like this or other people, but you can change how you react to them. It's definitely about quality of life over quantity. These people have inspired more than most people do in 80 years of life. As Zach Sobiech said,"You don't have to be dying to start living." :)
Amen .... how very true as I have had to forgive and forget several people in my life to , some being family :( God Bless you and thanks for your comment . :):):)
I recently got diagnosed with a glioblastoma tumour in my spine too. I'm 15 years old, so I'm a wee bit scared and not sure what will happen, but I've just got to start living life one day at a time. I'm going back up to the hospital today to start treatment. My thoughts and prayers with this absolutely beautiful family and rest in peace Ryan❤️❤️
I can't possibly fathom what you are going through. Stay strong and positive as Ryan did. I hope you can make the best of what you have. And I'm so sorry for your situation. Perhaps the next life would be better for you. God speed.
I'm a stage IV metastatic colo-rectal cancer survivor..... I suffered a great deal & I was at the point where I began to prepare for end of life issues & I got lucky.... watching this is heart breaking.... His attitude is amazing, what a beautiful family..... I am so sorry, I feel terrible watching this.... My prayers are w/ you & your family
Don't feel sorry , as I believe God had chosen that you have more to do in this life first before you carry on into an everlasting world , with no pain or suffering . Please live the time you have left to the fullest and God Bless you !! :):):)
I know this comment is over 5 years old. But, I just wanted to say that I am a 4 year bone cancer survivor and constantly thought of and prepared myself for death when I was diagnosed. Hope you are still doing well, stranger. God bless.
When he was talking about his daughter being 4 years old...and he mentioning he didn't remember much at that age and the idea of just being a shadow in her memory...I lost it. My life problems, are nothing!! My obstacles as a parent, are no big deal.This man was such a wonderful person and dad. This makes me want to reevaluate my life, and what really are "problems" in it. This man was staring death in the face and still, the world was beautiful to him. Bless you Ryan. I want to keep your memory alive! Your daughter will remember you
Faerie Dancer but your life obstacles are something. Everyone is going through something difficult. May not be as tragic as others, but it is obstacles and everyone struggles. Much love 💜
The My Last Days series has been so inspiring. I used to be so afraid of death and losing people I love but this series has made me realize that life is so precious. It makes me want to live and watching these videos makes me want to make everyday special and remember as much as possible. Thank you, soulpancake.
Thanks for sharing your story and amazing attitude,love and passion for life with us! I am a ovarian and uterine cancer survivor and at 27 had to fight the battle of my life... praying for a cure of all cancers... rip to all those who lost the battle
This is the third of these videos I have just watched in a row and I cried so hard I threw up. I didn't know that was a thing. I'm dealing with the dwindling health of someone near and dear to me and to hear these stories has let me exorcise a lot of hard emotions I've been bottling up. Thank you to the beautiful families for sharing their stories.
I'm in love with this new segment... This was a really powerful story. Thank you, Ryan, for sharing this piece of your life. Hopefully, your kids will be watching this in 5 or 10 years, and be reminded how much love you had for them.
You have a list of quotes?? I'll add that to my list of things to do and then ,when I've done that, I'm going to add it to my list of things done and put a line through it on the list of things to do. Same procedure if I also put it on a wish list, list of things I might do and perhaps I'll also add it to the perhaps list. Perhaps not. Not the perhaps not list. That's for things like anal. Receiving or taking is never going on any list. Any list if for important stuff. Important stuff has its own list but it can go on any list too. I'd also have to consider it to the list list, which holds all the info I have on lists, that I had have had not had too might possible have. Or could list. Great idea
Wow, I really wasn't prepared for that. Truly inspiring and motivational. We need more people like Ryan on this planet. My respect to his family and friends.
Absolutely beautiful, can't wait to see you on the other side Ryan. Love the wonderful children, astounding wife, and outstanding legacy you left behind. Rest in Paradise!
What an optimistic, uplifting man. The fact that he can still crack jokes like that given his situation... it really makes my envy his ability to have such a positive outlook on life. I have no doubt that he had a smile on his face in his last moments... A role model for us all.
I'm 8 years late to this video, but thank you so much Soulpancake and Ryan and his family to share these special moments with all of us ❤️ My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
Thank you for this channel. Your stories have made me appreciate how much I have. I am a whiney pain in the arse, spoilt and depressed and my poor family thankfully still love me. I will try and be a more positive person to honor these beautiful souls and remember how fortunate I am.
I love how they don't try to speak in euphemisms or avoid the hard topics. When my mom died, I hated it when people around me tried to distract me and make everything all fluffy and crap. This is real. Death is real. Let's not pretend that it isn't there.
He is such a positive young man . His words are so spot on. My prayers are that his children never forget how awesome their dad was. God bless his wife & children!
An update on these amazing people, would be fantastic. I know that Ryan sadly passed away, but an update from his wife and to see how his children are coping and getting through their loss x
This is a great idea. It's not morbid, it's inspirational. Being able to track the courage that families have in similar situations like this is a great way to reach out to these people and give these families access to support, even from people they don't know.
Soulpancake stories changed my life for real. I'm watching it everyday, crying and realising the purpose of life. Before i was often in a mood that i couldn't explain, moody, bitching for nothing, low energy, not motivated,... Wasting my days and life because of my behaviour. I'm watching this videos for a week now and all i can say is THANK YOU for opening my eyes, it was a much needed slap in the face, a hard one but a good one at the same time. Can't thank you enough❤️
Thank you Ryan for sharing these incredible last moment. They went all the way to France, to enrich our life and familly. God bless you and your familly.
Thank you so much for this. My dad has cancer and I can't imagine growing up without him. Like Ryan, my dad has such a positive attitude, he walks around like there's nothing going on with him He's having surgery in November and though it is a serious surgery, this really reminded me to have the most of my time with my dad. Thank you so much! Good luck Woods family!
Rest in peace Ryan, what a beautiful wife, kids, family, and friends. I hope they are all doing well and see how happy Ryan was when he was alive. Live life to the fullest!!!
Wow...so so beautiful. My mom passed away from cancer 4 years ago and she left me and my four siblings letters for our birthdays and for holidays as well. They are and always will be a wonderful way to remember her. This family has got their priorities straight and truly knows the value of life. What an incredible story. I wish all the best for you, Woods family.
I don't think that your children will ever forget you-- what an amazing man. What an amazing family. Holding you all close to my heart and in my prayers.
My goosebumps did not go away for the entire video. Beautiful filming, beautiful people, beautiful stories.Thank you, Soul Pancake, for enlightening and inspiring your audience.
Jessica Woods' strength is inspiring in the light of the situation. I love their idea for keeping the memory of Ryan alive for their children. Rest in peace.
This is a very touching story and I admire the bravery of this family. Some of you may not agree with me, but I think that God knows who must go with him to help him in heaven and he took Ryan in his arms to make of him an angel to take care of his family and other who need his caring. Ryan..Thanks for sharing your story and your wonderful life
Ryan inspired people before he ever reached adulthood. His entire family has been one of the greatest spiritual influences in my life dating back to his Dad directing Jr. Teen at Camp Yamhill. Such a glorious surprise to see my favorite channel noticing him and his ministry!! Already knew I heart this channel. Now I heart you even more. Keep shinning Ryan!!! Thank you for giving to the Lord. I am a life that was changed...
Ryan: Thank you for sharing. I don't know you, but I felt such a sense of love emanating from you and your family. I'm sending you peace, love, serenity, health and life your way. You are an inspiration.
I watched this long ago but never have forgotten this story. I've watched thousands of videos in my long years online. Something about this young man touched me and stuck with me. I hope Ryan's friends and family have helped his children to know him, he was an awesome dad. I hope he's happy, blessed and knows he's remembered..even by people he never met.
What an amazing young couple Your blessed having two of the most beautiful, amazing and awesome kiddos who will carry your wisdom, loving,and compassion for others to show the world what a wonderful souls there parents blessed them with You will live on threw them God bless you, your family and wonderful friends
I wasn't sure whether to cry from the sad tragedy or to smile because life is so beautiful- and he's even smiling in the video... just amazing and inspiring. thats what this is.
I'm so inspired with this video, this is a very touching story and I admire the bravery of this family, but I hope that your family is doing great right now after passing off such a wonderful person like you. and Ryan, I want to thank you for sharing your story and your wonderful life.
Ohhh my heart! Beautiful, touching and sad but bittersweet, I will love living my beautiful life and always remember Ryan and his beautiful life and story and making a community of love and also teaching my children and others to do so also♡♡♡
I can't stop crying. I just can't imagine knowing in advance that I have to leave my kids and my husband, trying to make that our reality. I think the way the day implemented that into their daily life and planned for the future is beautiful. they're beautiful people I'm so heartbroken that Ryan passed away but I know that they prepared their children for it the best that they could, that their children will treasure their binders and cards and memories. Know how much their Dad loves them. This series really does make me want to live my best life because it can be taken at any time.
Beautiful family. I am so sorry he has to miss out on so much. But what he leaves behind will be remembered always. I can't even imagine how difficult this is.
Ryan came and spoke at my church several months ago. he is an incredibly inspirational person. thank you for sharing your story Ryan and for continuing to love and reach out to everyone around you. it is truly a miracle. i will be praying for you and your family
Thank you Soul Pancake, Ryan, and his family for sharing this, and for reminding me the importance of living a purpose driven life. I need to remember to live purposefully, and passionately with my family, friends, and community.
This is one of the most beautiful and inspiring things I've ever seen in my life. In 8 minutes, Ryan fully and completely enlightened me on new ways of living, and I will forever be grateful. He has done something amazing with his life and his death. I'm showing this to my Death and Dying professor, and hopefully sharing it with my whole class at USC. Thank you so much Ryan, from the bottom of my heart.
Wow, the grace displayed by this man is amazing :) I am so sorry for the family's loss. I feel honoured to have been able to view this. Especially the end request by Ryan.
stumbled upon this video today... beautiful beautiful story, family and man. After watching, scrolled down to see that he passed away today. Ryan still continues to spread his purpose. Lots of Love. Lots of tears. Lots of Joy. Sending you as much grace as i can.
Ryan: Your story is inspiring and has let up a little red flag in my mind, reminding me of what sort of person I want to be. You and your family are a beautiful sight to see, and I am so touched by your advice to live while you can and accept the fact once you can't. Its a beautiful practice to see put into action, and I thank you so much for your love and kindness. The world is a far better place with you in it.
This man is one of the most incredible, loving and genuine human beings I've ever seen and I've never met him but it's not hard to see what he's made of...his message is hope and love...people like Ryan don't come around often! I could only hope to have a fraction of the strength, courage and faith he displayed when faced with an uncertain future ...not once complaining and was more concerned about his family and friends than himself....his beautiful wife also...showed so much love and unwavering support and stayed so strong for her husband and children...Their love story is so beautiful and you don't see that everyday...I have to say watching his stories taught me to not sweat the small stuff and live in the moment...when you watch his/their story you will take something away from it and you become a better person because of it...at least I did...❤❤❤❤ RIP....To his family my deepest sympathies...
Everyone lost an absolutely amazing life way too soon. I understand why he said he would rather be the one dying than the one being left behind. I can’t imagine what his entire family is still going through. My thoughts and condolences go out to his family and friends, and I wish them all the best in life.
I was beyond blessed to have been the editor of this video. And beyond sad at his passing. I can't articulate enough how being with Ryan & Jess & Jones & India through watching & transcribing & editing all the footage I was given DEEPLY impacted my life. I only wish people could see more of their story (there is so much more, & it just gets better and better), but it is heartening to see how people have responded to even these 8 minutes. It is testament to how powerful their story is. RIP Ryan.
I am so thankful for soulpancake giving these people a way to tell us their story. I cry so hard while watching these, and there is something truly therapeutic about it. I hope like hell I never know their sadness, but I wish so much that I knew their happiness.
This is the most amazing piece you guys have done. Ryan and his family are such an inspiration. I always look at death as this terrifying inevitable sadness, rather than welcoming it as a part of life itself. I don't know what happens when you die, but I can only imagine something beautiful waits for someone like Ryan.
beautiful. simply beautiful. Loving. Learning. Growing Living even while dying. Here's to telling Stories to each other while we are here. and LOVING deeply. so deeply.
They both are such an incredibly beautiful and wonderful couple, with beautiful children. Even with his life cut short they were all so wonderfully lucky to have the life they have together. ❤
Soulpancake, without this documentation Ryan's family... I would forget how we all need this type of positivity. Keep moving forward family Woods. The love reflected.... Whoa... Knocked me out....much love... Let's learn to love...
What a beautiful family, I hope they are doing well. This made me cry. I hope we can all find the kind of strength this family processes to live our stories to the fullest. 💗💗💗💗
Much Love and Strength to Ryan's family. Know that part of his blessed, if not short existence, has blessed many lives life with his story. He lives on and we are grateful for him.
UPDATE: I'm Ryan's dad ... and the grief is a pain that never goes away. But ... growth happens, and life goes on. His wife has remarried an amazing man who first fell in love with the kids. He's a remarkable dad and the marriage is beautiful. Not surprisingly, he's rather ... familiar! His sense of humor, his sense of adventure, his tender heart, and his passion for life remind us of Ry so much. Thanks for all the kind words. Ryan was a beautiful man, and we miss him desperately.
Thank you for updating us. Sending love.
Thanks for sharing this. Such a lovely young man, beautiful family. 💜
Thank you so so much for the update kevin , what an amazing man you brought in to the world, I'm so happy the mum and children are also in a good place , must be horrendous for all involved , wishing you and them love and light in abundance xoxo
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Ryan Woods passed away on Nov. 7, 2012. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife and children. Thank you for sharing your story with us, Ryan. We will miss you.
REST IN PEACE WHAT A LOVELY SOUL
RIP BEAUTIFUL ANGEL
Oh my,rip Ryan
RIP Ryan.
What a brave soul. I hope his children and family only have happy memories of him and can live their lives without any further sorrow.
Ryans last words on the last blog he wrote: “I think you never feel more human than when you are dying. And that’s an emotional and painful place to be.”
Wow! That hit me right in the feels.
We're can I fax nd this please
Oh wow😥
Wow just wow
I hope he gave his life to the Lord.
You know - life is unfair. Ryan was a FANTASTIC father to his children. The type of father most children dream of. The fact that my dad doesn't care about me, doesn't acknowledge my existence, loves drugs and alcohol more than me, and he gets his life, he gets to live his life every day. But worthy people like Ryan don't - that's unfair. I wish everyone lived their lives to the full.
Its just like graduation, Ryan has already learned, lived and passed the test which we call life. Your dad on the other hand is still yet to learn... Well for starters, he is yet to learn to appreciate you and your importance. And he is yet to see your beauty as a person and your significance to the people around you. So lets not give up, on people and in life. :)
Anna im so sorry you don’t have the father you deserve. Remember it has nothing to do with you. Addiction is an illness. I hope you know you are worthy of love and your dad’s decisions have nothing to do with anything you have done or have not done. ❤️
Dünyada kötü insanlar olmasaydı , iyi insanların kıymetini bilemezdik 💙
Franz Joseph Gadigan
You are just a wonderfull soul
Hey Anna, you don't know me, but I am a recovering addict. I am sorry your Father has yet to realize what an amazing gift you are to him. My hope is that your Dad will break the cycle of his addiction- and do so before it's too late. I hope you will find it in your heart to forgive him one day- I know he's not thinking in the right state of mind currently (it's the addiction speaking, although that does not excuse his actions). You seem like a pretty fantastic, grounded person. He should be so proud to call you his own! Sending you much love and light xoxo
"I would much rather be the person dying than the people who are living who are left behind"
Thats how i feel with my condition. As hard and painful as it is, id rather it be me than to watch a loved one go thru this. They feel so helpless, its heartbreaking.
It’s true. I’ve been on both sides, and I can honestly tell you it’s easier to be the critically sick one than it is to watch a loved one suffer.
Oh my that got me 😥
Yeeah.. I know. Its really traumatizing to be left by someone ya love
God
she is the most beautiful woman i have ever seen, inside and out.
EmilyCx33 she s awesome! Such a lovely pixie! 🧚♂️
@@violette80no, a human woman.
whenever my depression gets really hard for me to handle, I come and watch this video. It helps me keep fighting because people like Ryan and his family can stay so positive at such terrible events. RIP Ryan
“Death isn’t anything. Death is another part of our story”. So eloquently said!
So many poignant sayings
Wow😥
Positive thoughts still end in death and nothingness.
@wearealltubes Death is nothing to him, but terrible for those left behind. I think that is more what he meant.
it's been more than 4 hours since I started watching SoulPancake videos and they really changed my mood, the most important I learned today from all these videos is that we should forgive and forget , not to excuse to people who don't deserve it, but just forgive them for yourself, don't let idiots ruin your day, forgive them .
***** Rightly spoken. I just wish it was this easy.
It is :)
Well said :) Let go of the things you are powerless over. Not worth your time and energy. You can't change situations like this or other people, but you can change how you react to them. It's definitely about quality of life over quantity. These people have inspired more than most people do in 80 years of life. As Zach Sobiech said,"You don't have to be dying to start living." :)
Amen .... how very true as I have had to forgive and forget several people in my life to , some being family :( God Bless you and thanks for your comment . :):):)
True 👏
I recently got diagnosed with a glioblastoma tumour in my spine too. I'm 15 years old, so I'm a wee bit scared and not sure what will happen, but I've just got to start living life one day at a time. I'm going back up to the hospital today to start treatment. My thoughts and prayers with this absolutely beautiful family and rest in peace Ryan❤️❤️
Sending you love and strength.
I’m there for even though I don’t know you , stay strong Lucy!
I can't possibly fathom what you are going through. Stay strong and positive as Ryan did. I hope you can make the best of what you have. And I'm so sorry for your situation. Perhaps the next life would be better for you. God speed.
Sending you love sweetheart. Let us know how you are.
Stay strong❤❤
I'm a stage IV metastatic colo-rectal cancer survivor..... I suffered a great deal & I was at the point where I began to prepare for end of life issues & I got lucky.... watching this is heart breaking.... His attitude is amazing, what a beautiful family..... I am so sorry, I feel terrible watching this.... My prayers are w/ you & your family
Thomas Donnelly So happy for you Thomas, love to hear stories such as yours. May you continue to get stronger & healthier everyday.
What did u do? Wow
Don't feel sorry , as I believe God had chosen that you have more to do in this life first before you carry on into an everlasting world , with no pain or suffering . Please live the time you have left to the fullest and God Bless you !! :):):)
I know this comment is over 5 years old. But, I just wanted to say that I am a 4 year bone cancer survivor and constantly thought of and prepared myself for death when I was diagnosed. Hope you are still doing well, stranger. God bless.
Jack Dauphan, I hope you are doing well 😘
their idea for their kids is beautiful. what a great gift that would be for them
When he was talking about his daughter being 4 years old...and he mentioning he didn't remember much at that age and the idea of just being a shadow in her memory...I lost it. My life problems, are nothing!! My obstacles as a parent, are no big deal.This man was such a wonderful person and dad. This makes me want to reevaluate my life, and what really are "problems" in it. This man was staring death in the face and still, the world was beautiful to him. Bless you Ryan. I want to keep your memory alive! Your daughter will remember you
Faerie Dancer but your life obstacles are something. Everyone is going through something difficult. May not be as tragic as others, but it is obstacles and everyone struggles. Much love 💜
The My Last Days series has been so inspiring. I used to be so afraid of death and losing people I love but this series has made me realize that life is so precious. It makes me want to live and watching these videos makes me want to make everyday special and remember as much as possible. Thank you, soulpancake.
Rest in peace you awesome person! I knew you for 7 months and was at your funeral,you will be missed :'(
Thanks for sharing your story and amazing attitude,love and passion for life with us! I am a ovarian and uterine cancer survivor and at 27 had to fight the battle of my life... praying for a cure of all cancers... rip to all those who lost the battle
This is the third of these videos I have just watched in a row and I cried so hard I threw up. I didn't know that was a thing. I'm dealing with the dwindling health of someone near and dear to me and to hear these stories has let me exorcise a lot of hard emotions I've been bottling up. Thank you to the beautiful families for sharing their stories.
I'm in love with this new segment... This was a really powerful story. Thank you, Ryan, for sharing this piece of your life. Hopefully, your kids will be watching this in 5 or 10 years, and be reminded how much love you had for them.
Quote by Ryan Woods:
We are all in the process of dying.
Saved that to my list of quotes.
Thank's Ryan 👊
@wearealltubes have bee
You have a list of quotes?? I'll add that to my list of things to do and then ,when I've done that, I'm going to add it to my list of things done and put a line through it on the list of things to do. Same procedure if I also put it on a wish list, list of things I might do and perhaps I'll also add it to the perhaps list. Perhaps not. Not the perhaps not list. That's for things like anal. Receiving or taking is never going on any list. Any list if for important stuff. Important stuff has its own list but it can go on any list too. I'd also have to consider it to the list list, which holds all the info I have on lists, that I had have had not had too might possible have. Or could list. Great idea
That is true. We all are mortal and are in a various states of generation, slow or fast. My heart goes out to his memory, his wife and kids.
👊😢😢 RIP Ryan Woods🙏
We’re all dying, some just sooner than others. But there is hope ...John 5:28&29
Wow, I really wasn't prepared for that. Truly inspiring and motivational. We need more people like Ryan on this planet. My respect to his family and friends.
What an incredible human, along with his wife and children.
Absolutely beautiful, can't wait to see you on the other side Ryan. Love the wonderful children, astounding wife, and outstanding legacy you left behind. Rest in Paradise!
you've changed my life Ryan. and continue to change lives.
This video was unexpected in a wonderful way. Thank you Woods Family for sharing your lives with us. :)
What an optimistic, uplifting man. The fact that he can still crack jokes like that given his situation... it really makes my envy his ability to have such a positive outlook on life.
I have no doubt that he had a smile on his face in his last moments...
A role model for us all.
I'm 8 years late to this video, but thank you so much Soulpancake and Ryan and his family to share these special moments with all of us ❤️ My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
his wife is absolutely gorgeous, he's handsome too. they have a beautiful family. god bless them
Thank you for this channel. Your stories have made me appreciate how much I have. I am a whiney pain in the arse, spoilt and depressed and my poor family thankfully still love me. I will try and be a more positive person to honor these beautiful souls and remember how fortunate I am.
he was so down to earth, the best always die young.....RIP bro, hope you're in a better place🙏🏼👼🏼
I wish my dad would have done that for me before he died. It's hard to not get that closure
I love how they don't try to speak in euphemisms or avoid the hard topics. When my mom died, I hated it when people around me tried to distract me and make everything all fluffy and crap. This is real. Death is real. Let's not pretend that it isn't there.
He is such a positive young man . His words are so spot on. My prayers are that his children never forget how awesome their dad was. God bless his wife & children!
An update on these amazing people, would be fantastic. I know that Ryan sadly passed away, but an update from his wife and to see how his children are coping and getting through their loss x
This is a great idea. It's not morbid, it's inspirational. Being able to track the courage that families have in similar situations like this is a great way to reach out to these people and give these families access to support, even from people they don't know.
your kids will have a great father to remember reast in peace ryan, rest in peace
what a great guy & father & husband & now angel
Such a beautifully told story. So sad to know this amazing, loving family is missing their daddy and husband.
Soulpancake stories changed my life for real. I'm watching it everyday, crying and realising the purpose of life. Before i was often in a mood that i couldn't explain, moody, bitching for nothing, low energy, not motivated,... Wasting my days and life because of my behaviour. I'm watching this videos for a week now and all i can say is THANK YOU for opening my eyes, it was a much needed slap in the face, a hard one but a good one at the same time. Can't thank you enough❤️
Thank you Ryan for sharing these incredible last moment. They went all the way to France, to enrich our life and familly. God bless you and your familly.
Thank you so much for this. My dad has cancer and I can't imagine growing up without him. Like Ryan, my dad has such a positive attitude, he walks around like there's nothing going on with him He's having surgery in November and though it is a serious surgery, this really reminded me to have the most of my time with my dad. Thank you so much! Good luck Woods family!
Rest in peace Ryan, what a beautiful wife, kids, family, and friends. I hope they are all doing well and see how happy Ryan was when he was alive. Live life to the fullest!!!
Wow...so so beautiful. My mom passed away from cancer 4 years ago and she left me and my four siblings letters for our birthdays and for holidays as well. They are and always will be a wonderful way to remember her. This family has got their priorities straight and truly knows the value of life. What an incredible story. I wish all the best for you, Woods family.
+soulpancake please do an update of how all these families doing now and please do more videos of these.its so good and meaningful
there is no update for this guy, he died in 2012....
@@Sabouma28 c'mon, you know what they're getting at, a follow up on their family.
Well the woman remarried in 2018
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They update in the description of the video.
I don't think that your children will ever forget you-- what an amazing man. What an amazing family. Holding you all close to my heart and in my prayers.
What an AMAZING FATHER .. HUSBAND AN BEAUTIFUL SOUL TO THIS AN THE NEXT WORLD!! GOD BLESS U ALL!! Thank u for sharing. 💛💚💙
My goosebumps did not go away for the entire video. Beautiful filming, beautiful people, beautiful stories.Thank you, Soul Pancake, for enlightening and inspiring your audience.
my condolences and prayers to his family and his girlfriend.
rest in paradise ryan
Jessica Woods' strength is inspiring in the light of the situation. I love their idea for keeping the memory of Ryan alive for their children. Rest in peace.
This is a very touching story and I admire the bravery of this family. Some of you may not agree with me, but I think that God knows who must go with him to help him in heaven and he took Ryan in his arms to make of him an angel to take care of his family and other who need his caring. Ryan..Thanks for sharing your story and your wonderful life
Very inspiring. My heart goes out to his wife and children as they grieve the loss of a father, husband, and soulmate.
Such a touching story. I love the honesty and positivity that Ryan brought to all of those around him. Jess you and your family are in my prayers
“We invite others to live out a beautiful story.” Well said.
What an amazing young man, how tragic. Hope his wife and kids are doing well. R.I.P. Ryan. Thanku soulpancake for the videos
Ryan inspired people before he ever reached adulthood. His entire family has been one of the greatest spiritual influences in my life dating back to his Dad directing Jr. Teen at Camp Yamhill. Such a glorious surprise to see my favorite channel noticing him and his ministry!! Already knew I heart this channel. Now I heart you even more. Keep shinning Ryan!!! Thank you for giving to the Lord. I am a life that was changed...
Good bye good sir, I missed your journey but it has touched my heart. Best wishes to those left behind, I won't forget you.
Well said sir
Ryan: Thank you for sharing. I don't know you, but I felt such a sense of love emanating from you and your family. I'm sending you peace, love, serenity, health and life your way. You are an inspiration.
What a wonderful couple. An inspiration to everyone. Such love amd strength
I watched this long ago but never have forgotten this story. I've watched thousands of videos in my long years online. Something about this young man touched me and stuck with me. I hope Ryan's friends and family have helped his children to know him, he was an awesome dad. I hope he's happy, blessed and knows he's remembered..even by people he never met.
What an amazing young couple
Your blessed having two of the most beautiful, amazing and awesome kiddos who will carry your wisdom, loving,and compassion for others to show the world what a wonderful souls there parents blessed them with
You will live on threw them
God bless you, your family and wonderful friends
I wasn't sure whether to cry from the sad tragedy or to smile because life is so beautiful- and he's even smiling in the video... just amazing and inspiring. thats what this is.
I'm so inspired with this video, this is a very touching story and I admire the bravery of this family, but I hope that your family is doing great right now after passing off such a wonderful person like you.
and Ryan, I want to thank you for sharing your story and your wonderful life.
Ohhh my heart! Beautiful, touching and sad but bittersweet, I will love living my beautiful life and always remember Ryan and his beautiful life and story and making a community of love and also teaching my children and others to do so also♡♡♡
It's sad that he died and left this beautiful family behind ;(
I can't stop crying. I just can't imagine knowing in advance that I have to leave my kids and my husband, trying to make that our reality. I think the way the day implemented that into their daily life and planned for the future is beautiful. they're beautiful people I'm so heartbroken that Ryan passed away but I know that they prepared their children for it the best that they could, that their children will treasure their binders and cards and memories. Know how much their Dad loves them. This series really does make me want to live my best life because it can be taken at any time.
Beautiful family. I am so sorry he has to miss out on so much. But what he leaves behind will be remembered always. I can't even imagine how difficult this is.
Ryan came and spoke at my church several months ago. he is an incredibly inspirational person. thank you for sharing your story Ryan and for continuing to love and reach out to everyone around you. it is truly a miracle. i will be praying for you and your family
He has a really good mood through all of this he's truly amazing
Thank you Soul Pancake, Ryan, and his family for sharing this, and for reminding me the importance of living a purpose driven life. I need to remember to live purposefully, and passionately with my family, friends, and community.
I am crying and laughing what a sweet man.R.I.P
This is one of the most beautiful and inspiring things I've ever seen in my life. In 8 minutes, Ryan fully and completely enlightened me on new ways of living, and I will forever be grateful. He has done something amazing with his life and his death. I'm showing this to my Death and Dying professor, and hopefully sharing it with my whole class at USC. Thank you so much Ryan, from the bottom of my heart.
This is a beautiful story. Thank you Soulpancake!
Wow, the grace displayed by this man is amazing :) I am so sorry for the family's loss. I feel honoured to have been able to view this. Especially the end request by Ryan.
Aww what love you have for each other some never find, you are amazing. Ryans wife hugs in my prayers that God will give you comfort rest peace x
stumbled upon this video today... beautiful beautiful story, family and man. After watching, scrolled down to see that he passed away today. Ryan still continues to spread his purpose. Lots of Love. Lots of tears. Lots of Joy. Sending you as much grace as i can.
Wish they'd had more time together :(
Ryan: Your story is inspiring and has let up a little red flag in my mind, reminding me of what sort of person I want to be. You and your family are a beautiful sight to see, and I am so touched by your advice to live while you can and accept the fact once you can't. Its a beautiful practice to see put into action, and I thank you so much for your love and kindness. The world is a far better place with you in it.
Rest in peace Ryan. God bless your beautiful family.
These are beautiful people, I'm sending them so much love. Thank you for helping me not take my life for granted. Thank you SoulPancake!
This man is one of the most incredible, loving and genuine human beings I've ever seen and I've never met him but it's not hard to see what he's made of...his message is hope and love...people like Ryan don't come around often! I could only hope to have a fraction of the strength, courage and faith he displayed when faced with an uncertain future ...not once complaining and was more concerned about his family and friends than himself....his beautiful wife also...showed so much love and unwavering support and stayed so strong for her husband and children...Their love story is so beautiful and you don't see that everyday...I have to say watching his stories taught me to not sweat the small stuff and live in the moment...when you watch his/their story you will take something away from it and you become a better person because of it...at least I did...❤❤❤❤ RIP....To his family my deepest sympathies...
Everyone lost an absolutely amazing life way too soon. I understand why he said he would rather be the one dying than the one being left behind. I can’t imagine what his entire family is still going through. My thoughts and condolences go out to his family and friends, and I wish them all the best in life.
What a wonderful,strong and inspiring family.God bless them.R.I.P Ryan
I was beyond blessed to have been the editor of this video. And beyond sad at his passing. I can't articulate enough how being with Ryan & Jess & Jones & India through watching & transcribing & editing all the footage I was given DEEPLY impacted my life. I only wish people could see more of their story (there is so much more, & it just gets better and better), but it is heartening to see how people have responded to even these 8 minutes. It is testament to how powerful their story is. RIP Ryan.
Wow man this really have me thinking about the things I take for granted.
I am so thankful for soulpancake giving these people a way to tell us their story. I cry so hard while watching these, and there is something truly therapeutic about it. I hope like hell I never know their sadness, but I wish so much that I knew their happiness.
This is really daring, love it.
Love to you Ryan, you're in my prayers!
This is the most amazing piece you guys have done. Ryan and his family are such an inspiration. I always look at death as this terrifying inevitable sadness, rather than welcoming it as a part of life itself. I don't know what happens when you die, but I can only imagine something beautiful waits for someone like Ryan.
Gorgeous wonderful beautiful family praying for them!
beautiful. simply beautiful. Loving. Learning. Growing Living even while dying. Here's to telling Stories to each other while we are here. and LOVING deeply. so deeply.
They both are such an incredibly beautiful and wonderful couple, with beautiful children. Even with his life cut short they were all so wonderfully lucky to have the life they have together. ❤
i must have watched this video 20 times over the years. I come back a few times every year to view it. What a remarkable man and family.
Wow I just look at life so much more beautiful now!!! I absolutely love this!!!!😭♥️😭🙏🏼
This is an amazing story, I pray that this family has comfort and is blessed with the memories of Ryan. R.I.P. Ryan
truly beautiful statement of love. this has touched me
Soulpancake, without this documentation Ryan's family... I would forget how we all need this type of positivity. Keep moving forward family Woods. The love reflected.... Whoa... Knocked me out....much love... Let's learn to love...
Me and my bf have been dating since 2014, he’s my first love and I’m his...and honestly the idea of losing him would kill me too
What a beautiful family, I hope they are doing well. This made me cry. I hope we can all find the kind of strength this family processes to live our stories to the fullest. 💗💗💗💗
Oh dear god this was amazing. I have to admit I cried a little.
Yeah. But you should write the word God with a capital letter, thank you❤
Wow. What a beautiful couple, family, and community. Such wisdom from a young couple. Thank you so much for sharing your life with us on TH-cam.
Lord Please Help Me Too Not Be Selfish!! I am soo sorry for all myselfishness..
Much Love and Strength to Ryan's family. Know that part of his blessed, if not short existence, has blessed many lives life with his story. He lives on and we are grateful for him.