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Occy and have moved into my van to join the van life movement in Australia, allowing me to live, work and travel full time! I cannot wait to get out there and overland Australia 🙌🏼
Just missing you and Occy 😥
Hi Suzanne, I’ve taken some time away from the online world but I’ll be back with a video next week 💛
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Thanks for replying. Can't wait.
I love Occy and your videos are so sincere that they are so addicitve and you visit beautful locations. Also please can feed Occy some raw meat - as its much better for his health - not sure of your opionion as I've only seen some of your videos.
@@NinaHProductions1 no never: Raw meat is likely to contain harmful bacterial like Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli and more. Cooking meat to a safe temperature kills off those harmful bacteria. By feeding uncooked meat, there's a higher risk your dog could develop a foodborne illness or other type of bacterial infection.
Hi. Get that mole on back of leg checked. Mine was a light freckle and it turned out to be melanoma 😩
Missed you guys!
Thank you for sticking with us whilst we knuckled down to get through the paramedic training 🤓
Keep being kind to yourselves and reach out to those you care about x
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Was just thinking about you guys yesterday! 🌞
Miss you too!!! Looking good Max!!! Happy to hear all is well! Xo
😍 so handsome!!
Bro, you’re such a stone cold fox, that I wasn’t even worried when you announced that you were shaving the beard. You coulda shaved off your eyebrows and still look like a snack. We see you paramedic bae! 😂 Stay safe out there! Twyla and I are cheering you on! So is Jeff (my husband). 😂
Max you’re such a sweetheart! Can you tell me I’m from the US and I don’t have much money and I have really bad insurance.Would the therapist online still be able to help me? I don’t know if I could afford a large monthly cost.
Max shaves his beard thinking he's gonna look weird, looks like a movie star lol
Right?! 💛💛
I know eh?
Looks like Mark Ruffalo
@@Tobiasxdful I was thinking that too!
Calm down big fella
I love the good-natured bantered with your handsome brother! Glad you're doing well, Max. You're a good, genuine guy.
So glad to see you and Occy again. Love the way your nephew came running to you. You and Tom are funny together. Take care.
Wasn't that so precious when he asked if he was still sick? Talk about heart-warming, Rory could melt any icy heart out there.
Love your bro... the two of you are hysterical🙂
Missed you guys!!! best of luck as you begin (again) as a paramedic--I work as a mental health nurse and can totally relate to the adjustment to shifts!
So happy to hear you're doing well and getting back into a profession that I'm sure feels especially rewarding and meaningful at these times! (During my very toughest of days, keeping busy and working hard was always the key to helping me through.) We always look forward to your great video updates but taking care of yourself is far important. You needn't ever worry that people are having certain expectations of your van updates or video releases. That's just details. And most of all, thanks so much for being so kind and encouraging towards others, and letting them know that it's healthy and necessary to put oneself first in times of need, and to reach out for therapy. As the people in my family agreed years ago, everyone needs some therapy at one time or another. It's just a normal part of life. Your brother is a cool guy too, guess it runs in the family. :) Best wishes and stay safe!
Thanks Sarah!
The personal transformation continues! You're one of the few men I've seen who shave off the facial hair and LOOK EVEN BETTER!!! Just when I thought you couldn't possibly get any hotter! It's so good to see you coming back to life. Occy seems mighty happy, too. Love seeing you with your brother, thanks for the giggles. Keep on keeping on Max. You're doing great!
hahahaha winter 21C - very Canadian jealous here (I know, you know!). Glad to see you (both) are good: simple pleasures, the good love of furry family, glorious nature, self-care...life after the storm. You got this. Thanks for continuing to take us along. me.we appreciate. be safe.
Have you tried with a Pico planter to grow plants in? It's a self-watering planter and it comes with its own mini grow light.
You should feel no pressure on how often you put out videos! We're always glad to see you, whenever you have time! I think we are all just glad you aren't completely stopping youtube! Excited for all of your new changes.... best wishes in all you do! .... oh and also, I thought i would be pretty sad about the hair and beard... but you look great! And I love to see the banter between you and your brother!
Hello, gosh we all need to be patient with each other. The world is not easy but if we care and give love, a smile, we will be ok. Sending love from your Aussie nomad friends ❤️😘
Loved the haircut right off the bat. Like the shave but am sure that I will luv it as soon as I get used to it. Lol. I am glad that you and Occy are back at it. As a healthcare worker myself, it is nice to welcome you back to our field.
You are good man Max. You deserve the best in this world. Keep being authentic and showing us that life is a beautiful place despite all.
Hi Max, I'm watching the 11.00am Press Conference and just want to thank you and your colleagues for all your hard work and the long hours you must be doing 🙏🏼❤️
We love seeing you whenever. Glad you are taking care of yourself!
In that 1st shot of Occy he looked like a pup again. Super sweet and cute as a button! Just like his dad. Good to hear from you. Take care of yourselves and each other.
Super handsome, love the clean shaven look. Thank you for the job you do! Occy is just precious, and you are the best dog dad!!!
Great Vid and Brotherly love shines through. Stay safe and big love to Occy xxxx
Thank you for doing what you do. I’m so grateful to all healthcare workers ❤️ I’m a behavioral health social worker so thank you for emphasizing the need for people to care for their mental health; it’s so important. Please give Occy a big hug from North Carolina in the U.S.
Fantastic Update! It is great to see how well you're doing, all things considered. Once every month or so is fine. It is worth the wait. Hang in there and be well.
You look happier Max and Occy is so content. Thank you for updating us, can't wait to hear from you in another month or so xx
Great video. Love the brotherly banter.
I recognise that 07.30am end of night shift look. Actually you looked reasonably ok. I always looked like I’d been dragged through a hedge backwards with my crumpled uniform and hair stuck up everywhere. Glad you back working as a Paramedic, a job I loved until retirement. Always enjoy the blogs. Occy looking well.
I am glad to see you and Occy back on you tube again. Just love Occy. Thanks Max. Love watching your video. xxx
Hope everything is well with you and Occy! Haven't heard from you in over a month, so I am praying you are just busy with your new job. Look forward to your next video when you are able to post!
Missing you here in the states! God Bless you and Occy!
Love the new hair cut ❤ am so happy your carrying on and taking care of yourself ❤❤❤❤ thats what she would want you to do.
glad your ok...your an inspiration to so many people...i have spent many years not being ok but going on every day...keep on keeping on....its great to have you and occy..to know we are ok...just one step and day at a time...love you and occy very much!!
Max you are in Newcastle at horseshoe beach my home town, i have taken my dog and fish there very often, what a great view to wake up in the morning.
Well done on getting back into the job you love and can still live with the freedom of travel, all the luck for the future may your journey be bright.
I get so much comfort watching you and occy🤩
Thank you for reminding me that change is good.
So wonderful to see an update on you and Occy! Your brother is awesome :) - so funny! I hope we see more of him and I'm so glad you are close to family now.
Haha thanks Amber!
Appreciate the betterhelp link, sent a friend the link today. Great video.The beach at 13:00 is stunning. Take care.
Loving seeing you and your smile again and of course cutie Occy🐶♥️☀️
Good to see you. Glad you are taking your time.
Loving Tom's sense of humour.
Also, have only just discovered you and been watching a lot of your videos in the past couple of days but not in any particular order. So I've seen plenty where you have long hair and the beard so seeing you in this one... Funny how easy it is to look different. HOWEVER, I'd just like to say to you that you rock both styles very well!
Handsome devil, you!!!! Glad you're doing what you love! Love the content as always!!!
Max, you’re a handsome guy! Great shave! Love your life style with your bud! Wear essential oil on your face around your nose. It fights germs. I was healed of the flu when I went to have a massage with the use of essential oils, (raindrop therapy) I was totally healed by the end of massage!
Never apologize for taking time for yourself! I keep you & Occy in my prayers! 🙏🏼❤️
Glad I caught this. Always nice to see you doing so well. Look forward to your future travels as well✌
Whenever, it’s always good! ❤️ Be well.
you are an inspiration buddy; sending vibes in-universe to meet you someday in my life. kudos !!cheers to a life you are curating :)
I think your new shave looks awesome and you look very handsome. I liked the facial hair though too. We just all love YOU and Occy regardless of long hair, short hair or face hair! Where does Occy go when your working?
Seriously Great to see you doing well bro. Got life in check now man, no stopping ya. Loved the vlog.
Glad to see you and Occy are doing well. Happy to whatch whenever a new vid happens to drop, keep talking care of you.
Hi Max, hi Occy....
Happy to see you both
I realllyy hope I never stop seeing your van life vids. I wonder though with all the changes in your life recently, if you've thought about settling into a more permanent home? Love from Canada!!
Grateful for you 🙏
You take care of YOU Max. And obviously take care of Occy!
Love to watch your videos. Everything seams so authentic!
It's good to see you back on track with your live! Thank you for keeping us in the loop. Waiting for more of you guys 😜🥰
Love to max and Occy!
You look great! Occy is so adorable! Why did you choose fake plants instead of real plants? ❤️🇨🇦
Max, it would look nicer having just a few real plants than the many artificial ones. Agave is a succulent requires very little care. I think you’d be happier and the air and energy in the van would be so much better with real plants!!!
what a beautiful place you are parked. You are looking handsome in your uniform.
You look 10 years younger with your haircut and fresh face! Keep up the forward movement. XO to OCCY :)
I'd love the smoothie chocolate mousse recipe
Hi chum, brilliant loved the catch up .
You never fail , always interesting.
You are top guy ,also you are a great inspiration for a lot people including me.
Take care chum.
From Galway Ireland.
Cheers🍻🍻🍻🍻
Having my favourite beer Guinness this one is for you..
Wow! So handsome! Beautiful inside and out!
What a Smoothie😉. We are here for you man
Where does Occy stay during your shift, since it's late? I'm weighing all of this in my decision to van life with my fur baby 🥰
You rock Max!
Good to see you getting back into mainstream life, if there is such a thing.
Got to get my Occy fix
My goodness, you look gorgeous clean shaven!!
Y'all are so cute!🤩
Max glad your doing well. Curious how is your electrical set up working out?, does it meet your needs each day.
Max looks better than a young Mel Gibson with that new hair cut 😍
You are sooo handsome Maxx 💯‼️👍🏼
Stop it. You're supposed to look like a dork when you shave after so long and instead you look like James Bond. It's not fair on the rest of us!
Hahahahah spot on 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Amen Brother!
How could you be so handsome, so kindhearted, so hardworking and so humble. Your parents raised you well. Your bro is as cool as yourself. Wish you and Occy well. Once a month of video from you is better than none. Stay safe! 😷😷
Thanks maria!
Maria, your comment is my favorite.
Loved his locks, but still gorgeous, the accent, wow, he's such a sweetheart.
The changes just keep coming! 😁 You look terrific with or without the beard. And Occy gives such a classic “what?!” face at the end. 😆 Loved seeing the joy of Rory running into your arms and the interaction with your brother. Well worth the wait! And I’m happy to support you even if it’s only one vid a month. Your mental health is what’s most important!! Cheers! ❤️🐾😊
Thanks for all the kind words and ongoing support Tracy!! Appreciate you 💛
Hi Max & Occy. Watching your TH-cam videos.... So Inspiring, Motivating. All of the Best. Lots of Hugs from South Africa. May Your Beautiful Soul RIP Lee....
Beautiful message Tracy! 👌🤗😘
@@bonicapetersen8293 I, a fellow South African in Durbs, second ALLLLL that dear Bonica! 👍😍💪
@@Annie-ZA thanks!
“It’s fine not to be OK. But, we all deserve to feel good.” Well said Max, the Quote-of-the-Month mate❣️
You are for sure absolutely right, however it is worrying that so many vanlifers and other youtubers are not OK.
I say to all that does not feel OK, stop social media alltogether, stop competing with others for likes. Continuing will not make anyone better. Step in and take care of real life instead of social media life.
And taking on a sponsor, who will by sms an email help you for the measly sum of 200 GBP a month..... That I wont even comment on.
Bye, wont be back.
@@A.Nozzlin Hmmm sounds a very “American response”, no offence. Social Media is not the ‘cause’. Nothing in life is Black & White. Believe me, I am not for social media myself, but to go around bantering “stop altogether” will not work and is just as bad as Jehova Witnesses/Mormons bringing their children along on their door knocking missions. The rule is: No thing in excess - Social media can help make positive changes & keep families/friends connected too.
@@chrissonnenschein6634 I'm for sure not American, far from actually. I'm from Sweden if that really matters.
Interesting thing that you compare social media to Jehovas and other "religious" movements. Sort of shows the problem.
With that said, If you really need to have to compare and compete with other people in your life (via social media). By all means do so. But do not complain if you lose the competition.
Keeping families/friends connected can very well be done without seeking the global attention and financial gain that channels like this do.
@@A.Nozzlin my point simply being that “tools” , “methods” & “intents” should not be misconstrued with “causes” is all. We should necessarily always be conscious of our private/public appearances and communication. and wrongly rightly we must assume eyes over shoulders locally or globally. verbal, printed or cloud.
@@chrissonnenschein6634 You lost me there.. Not always easy to be a non english/american when trying to make sense on yotube... I guess you would struggle a bit trying to do this in Swedish.
But I do think we are on the same page at least.
Hey Max! I really loved the new style of video. It made me feel like I was right there experiencing your day. It's so nice to see not only your travels, but a little bit of your time at work and, of course your family. Your nephew is the cutest and your brother, Tom, is hilarious. Hi Tom! Anyway, you know we're fine with whatever time you post a video. We just want you happy and enjoying the hell out of life. Much love to you all.
Thanks Mel and stoked to hear it!
Ha don’t encourage Tom though, I’ll never hear the end of it 👀
Appreciate all your support 💛💛
Well at the risk of being stupid I noticed you posted a day ago. Are you on his Patreon? I see he’s answered a few comments a day ago and he’s just posted for the rest of us anyway.
@@MaxandOccy 😁🤣🤣 "Don't encourage Tom" HA HA HA
@@peacekelly1128 That's how it goes for Patrons. 👍
@@Annie-ZA Well if I could afford it I would definitely become one. Unfortunately I don’t have any money. I live on a very fixed income. I’m actually lucky to make it month-to-month. I’m glad you’re able to support Max. Thanks for being so kind. I’m glad you didn’t try to make me feel bad.
Not gonna lie, you are one of my favourite content makers on TH-cam and I freaking love it when I've got a new video to watch; but peeps genuinely get that this is your actual life. Don't ever sweat the frequency of your uploads. What works for you, works for us!
You are absolutely 100 per cent.
Big hello from Ireland
Absolutely! Max is so lovely
Love that Stacey and appreciate you. Thank you 💛
Agree with this, love Max and he should just take his time, we will be here whenever he gets back.
Tom is a riot! He totally keeps you humble! No worries of getting too full of yourself with him around! I love the shave! It was getting a little thick and you keep getting younger each week! Congratulations on your certification!
haha someone has to do it!
@@tom_bids6023 Max is lucky to have you to support him! He says he goes to see his nephew, but he is really there for some brotherly love!
Max walking on a new beach saying this one isn’t too bad either, then proceeds to show us a stunning piece of earth! I mean, whoa! STUNNING BEACH!
Wow, you look 10 years younger without all the hair and beard 😮 and even more handsome if that's possible.
Don't worry, I'm your mothers age, but can still admire a handsome man when I see one. In fact your mother has inspired me to ditch the dye and let my natural white/silver hair shine through. Am soooo sick of dyeing it and your mum looks amazing, so thank her from me for being inspirational.
Love this comment ☺
Love your candor about taking time to heal and re-adjust your life but so proud of you for re-dedicating yourself to service and the well-being of others. Your soul radiates good.
We do miss you Max but your mental health is more important than weekly vlogs for us. I’m happy with what ever you want to share. Occy’s looking great, you’re telling us you’re happy. That’s perfect. Cheers from Canader eh!
I'm so glad you have sand for your toes, Tom for giggles, and Occy for the cuddles! So much love Max 🌹
“I don’t know how they’re going about their day today with the thought they haven’t been done yet” hahaha shoutout to your brother for all this great content and helping keep you down to earth.
Max, you and your brother make a great comedy team! It’s obvious how much he cares for you. And you look very nice clean shaven. No worries!
Thanks Belinda!!!
Tom, the support you give Max is so awesome. He is lucky to have a brother that cares so much...and makes him laugh.
Haha thanks Suzanne!!
@@tom_bids6023
Anytime! You two are awesome humans.
Oh my gosh your brother is HILARIOUS, I love him so much! And I’m so happy you have him and his energy in your life. You seem better, lighter. I know it’s a long haul, but it’s such a relief to see you pushing forward and to hear your laughter 💛
Thanks so much Jen that is so kind!
Posting once a month is cool! if everyone posts once a week it gets a bit too much and it's more meaningful if you post only once a month or at least not every single week. everyone's busy
So good to see your content again Max.....and it's always changing which is very refreshing. Love your face!! and seeing your work routine...although it can't be an easy one....it looks like you're taking care of yourself well with food choices and exercise. I am looking forward to you sharing your life again with someone special one day (take your time)....I'm thinking it must be a bit lonely on the road and working doing 12 hour shifts. Loved having your brother on too and as people have mentioned...he seems like he likes to pick good fun! Much love sending to you Max. You look great! And as always, Occy too :-)
Thanks Hope! And yes doing my best to take care of myself in all aspects.
With Oc, catching up with friends, family, and now meeting people through paramedic work it hasn’t felt lonely yet 💛 thank you for all the support!
I'm a veteran who has PTSD and depression. I've had been doing well for many years, and it seems like over the last couple of years, along with the pressures that COVID has brought into my life, I found I've just been white knuckling things for awhile. Like you turn around and so much of your life is just not flowing anymore, and your ability to manage stress and relationships seems to be barely managing. I think watching this channel, and others, where you keep hearing people say "It's okay to not be okay", make it asking for help seem less overwhelming . Even though my local Veteran's Medical Center doesn't have availability open, they've set me up with a program like the one Max is talking about. I did get to choose the therapist I wanted. Within just a couple of days I had contact and a date to start up. Next week is my first session online. As nervous as I am to start therapy again after so long, I know this will be helpful and I'm pretty sure without the hassle of having to take time off and drive to appointments, it will be so much less impactful to other responsibilities I have.
I’m so glad you’re taking the leap and talking to someone Derek. There is absolutely nothing wrong with talking it out or needing a helping hand every once in a while. You’ve got this brother 👊🏻
Stay strong mate, no shame in getting help and great you recognised you needed the support and are getting it (before it gets any worse!) You've taken the biggest step as you know, which is great and you'll feel a whole lot better being able to talk things over maybe get or adjust any meds you're on and get back on track.. go easy on yourself mate! I know how you feel I too suffer and it's tough when people don't understand, but we ALL have to be open and unashamed to end the stigma around mental health, so that others don't have to suffer in silence (as I did for many years until I was on the edge and waited far too long!) as if it's nipped in the bud, it can be treated so much more easily than once it's taken hold!
Stay strong but equally go easy on yourself if that makes sense. 💪👍🙏🏴
It takes strength to ask for help for help, we're a prideful bunch by default. Nice one.
Hey Derek, I want you to know how much I admire you and your honesty in dealing with life and the struggles you've been having. I also think you're so brave, not just because you're a veteran, but because of the war you are fighting every day. You are worth that fight. Your health and well-being are worth every second of it. Thank you for speaking up. Like you have been inspired by others speaking out, you doing the same thing here will inspire someone else. Good on you. Take those really deep long breaths as you move ahead. You deserve to be happy and well. *biggest of hugs to you*
@@rixanneh18 ~ Well said, Rixanne!
Max, take all the time you need and want. We are here for you and we will stay. And btw-it is not all that bad to see those videos without a schedule, as it is a nice surprise :) Take care, enjoy your time with your brother, nephew and all the family, have much sadisfaction from Your work and a huge hug to Occy! Cheers from Poland!
Handsome! You can post once a year. I’m positive your subscribers will stick by you, I will. I know the whole mental health thing all to well. Rock on
It was lovely hearing you laugh with Tom. You’re very close and that’s lovely to see. He’s got a terrific sense of humour and he makes all of us laugh, but more importantly, he makes you laugh and smile and that’s more important. Stay safe, you’re loved. Take care, give a hug to occy and we’ll see you next time 👍🏻
Thank you Jules that is lovely to say!
Your eyes really stand out without the beard. Everyone knows you’re cute but I couldn’t get over how bright your eyes look!! I’m glad you are taking care of yourself. Be well. 💛💛💛
Short hair, long hair, facial hair or not you’re still very handsome. So is your bro btw. You look very happy. I hope and pray you truly are. God bless. 🙏🏽
The waking up montage with a blurred beginning was really well done. Great film work Max! Good to see you moving along. Nice seeing Newcastle too 🤘🤘 😜 🤪
Thank you 🙏🏼💛
Max, you truly do look as though the choices you're making are the right ones for you at this moment in your life. I'm pleased for you and relieved, frankly. It's been so rough for you this past year, and you deserve to be able to look forward and feel peace. All the best to you.
I enjoy the bloopers at the end....could you make a habit of sharing bloopers too? We all love to laugh.
Oh and Occy rolling his eyes towards the end like " hooomans ugh" was funny too 😄🥰
Smashing inside and out. Know that we appreciate your vloggs so much but we dont claim or expect anything. Love that you are excited for the future❤
My 15-year-old Westie is slipping away and seeing Occy cheered me, much as Occy did when he returned from Canada, thanks for the video.
So sorry. I lost my favorite fur-baby June 11. We will never forget them in our hearts 💕💞
It’s a hard time, sending compassion.
It's hard losing a loved pet. I recently lost my 18 yr old cat...who thought he was a dog. He would even play fetch. My heart goes out to you. Just give as many cuddles as possible in the time you have left with each other.
Might try kidney tonic, helps eating, old age. Rhemmania 8 on Amazon very good. Best wishes, suggest getting food syringe online too for water hydration. Had three dogs pass at home with nursing moment by moment care, you can do it and saves room for their end stage work at that time. Gives home a sweet connection for their spirit to feel welcome in memory, kind to small efforts in world when sick but that time big to angel life.Kinda like letting sea turtle hatchlings go to ocean from nest on beach by themselves. Natural process (with some comforts like warmth, water, homemade puree liquid food if can, body presence). 🐶🐕💐🌹