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  • You're such a wise man. Respect to you for apologizing for your language, I don't know anyone in my age group who would do that. They think it's always ok even if it offends others.

  • I hope I'm as cool and as smart as geriatric1927 when Im that old :)

  • your a good man. If anyone else did something like that i bet they wouldn't appologise. thanks mate, youve gained my respect. :)

  • No way you would fly over to the U.S.? I thought you have?

  • short?!

  • don't ever apologize for the language you use - it is you and what we come to love. You have earned the right to speak your mind and use the language you like - don't listen to the PC brigade that haven't got anything better to do than to censor everybody elses lives...

  • You know what else is screwy in YouTube, you watch 10 videos and it says on your Videos Watched that you've watched 2!!

  • you gained respect for that video. from me anyway

  • peter!!!! dont ever say sorry again! u didnt do anything :'(

  • don't worry it's cool man

  • there is nothing to say sorry for, there is no need. we respect u dude ur a wonderful gentleman, swearing is fine everyones heard it before. and u dont need to reply to everyone we expect that ur a busy man. i understand, when i type a long msg n it doesnt send it is soooo frustrating and i cant do it all again at that time. anyway, stay well x

  • No need to say sorry!!! Keep those videos coming!!!

  • Swear words, when used sparingly and efficiently, can give great passion and emotion to a story. Using them doesn't make a person any less respectful or intelligent and you shouldn't be sorry for using swear words.

  • Ah, they are talking nonsense. Keep the video up. Its nothing compared to the language we hear from day to day, movies, television etc. No apologies and no regrets.

  • I bet it was different back in your day Peter! Nah, just playing with you. But f*ck the people being offended by profanities. It only shows their immaturity at the end of the day. I mean but really, who gets offended by swear words? I can understand if its a direct insult and such but people are far to politically correct these days.

    It's kind of like daytime TV soaps saying they'll "shove it where the sun doesn't shine." But yet they're not aloud to say "arse". Makes no real sense.

  • No appologies needed and forget that crap what everyone says. My gran-dad was a very dirty mouthed man. Kept him human and me and him are very much alike. Just makes this one way bound between me and you closer. Respect and Love.

  • Hey Peter, I have only just found your videos and have been slowly working my way through them. I especially like the stories you have read. I don't think theres any need for you to apologise for the language as it was appropriate for the setting and you did warn everyone the language was not G rated.

  • Please don't apologize for your christmas story. I'm very glad you didn't take it down. :)

  • i really like your video's peter :) keep 'em comin. x

  • Your wonderful Peter I just subscibed. Don't worry to much about story. I am an artist too I hope you get a chance to stop by.

  • No need to apologize or to take the video down. It was a story and a good one and well read. The only things that should be deleted on here are some of the rotten, vulgar comments that the haters make.

  • You didnt wright the story so you shouldent take the blame. Dont apoligise keep making some more exerlent vids.. peter rules.

  • You should feel free to express yourself in whatever way to want. More power to you peter!

  • You should not have to apologize, you warned everyone before you even began reading the story :) You make me feel at home, as i am VERY far away from my family...you are my dose of "family" every day :)

  • "mowhok1" doesnt know the meaning of respect, great videos Peter! only found them last night (what took me so long)

  • jeez, people grow up

  • Don't stress over what other people say.

  • No need to apologize Peter - there is never anything wrong with highlighting situations that are real or that mimic realism. Like Burroughs always said, being a writer is like being a mapmaker, if someone asks why he has put a swamp there - well, it's because it's there!

  • full respect to the old man....tellin it like it is...

  • keep on rockin in the free world, grandpa

  • When you click to send a msg and it goes to an error message, the message still goes through! It happens to me every single time. It's a weird YouTube screw up.

  • Great, don't care to much what others might or might not think. You have really enough experience of life to find the right words (and so far always found the appropriate words).

    keep on

  • Great, don't care to much what others might or might not think. You have really enough experience of life to find the right words (and so far always found the appropriate words).

    keep on

  • man, that was totally uncalled for. disgusting and disrespectful!

  • snoma when you grow then you can post till then stfu

  • Dear Pete,

    you're not stupid, you're awesome!

  • You're a SuperGuy Peter.

  • Well just ignore someone if they don't like what you do.

  • No No No No No! Do not feel sorry, Your Language is Fine. You use good language compared to some people in this YouTube Site. You will always have the respect and dignity of many people here on YouTube so don't feel Bad. Just have a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

  • Please don't feel like that anymore. You are respected and will be respecting by many of us. Too bad that those people doesn't know what is good and appreciate mean, what is respect to eldery mean. One day we all going to be old too. And thank you to annathy's vid response. I agree with you so much. Merry Christmas and happy new year to everyone.

  • Hi Peter,

    There is certainly No need to apologise to anyone!

    The language used by youngsters is far Worse and you were only reading a story and you made it obvious that it contained language before starting!

    If anything it is proberly Prudish Adults who may be offended!!

    Take care Peter,

    Merry Christmas & Happy New Year,

    Regards,

    Drew

  • why are you apologising? the swearing are nessesary for the story, they show the emotions and of the ppl in story, without them it would be emotionless, sometimes they are needed! I for one was not offended about thw swearing! make me laught, cheered me up! for that I thank you!

  • Peter you still great and your right about everything and nobodys ofended!! And i love your sweater!!

  • dont waste you time with that stupid comments, people makes mistake.. that's the fact..

    Peter, still you are a GREAT MAN here!!

  • What right have you to say that?

  • The comment I left was meant for poopydooper, however I must point out that mowhok1, you're the one whose adolescent-like insults have left me dumbfounded. "Fucktard"? Grow up. Once again I'll comment - plain and simple "You're Stupid"

  • you da man, can wait to watch it.

  • YOU'RE A LEGEND!!!!

  • spam can be annoying but it's always best to look beyond it.

    Happy Christmas :)

  • You are a gentleman and a true gentle man. I love you!

  • No need to apologise sir.

    But being man enough to apologise gains more respect from me, and a lot of other people.

  • think before you speck, not you dont need to, i love your short videos :P

  • there is no apology necessary and please, don't take the video down. you have not lost any respect from me at all. the world needs you as you are. your words are true to your nature and are vital to the stories you share with us.

    thank you. for being you. and being here.

  • There is no need to apologise for the language used in your story. We have a limited way to communicate as it is. Keep up. All my love...Happy Christmas!

  • No need for apologies, i thought your christmas story was very nice.

  • I am one of your younger viewers. I was not offended by the language used in the previous video. However I thank you for your apology and respect. Merry Christmas!

  • Really, everyone here is right. You shouldn't mind what other people think. Honestly, now, your younger viewers (as I am one of them) know a lot cruder language than you use, and quite a few of us use it when we're not in the midst of adults. :P Any teen here who says they don't say 'bad' words is either full of it, or extremely sheltered. Thanks for the apology, though!

  • Peter you dont have to apologise for anything! People take offence so easily these days its laughable. Times have changed, swearing is commonplace now; people swear so much that it just seems normal. Keep up with what your doing Peter, you have a right to say anything you want!

  • Splendid!

  • I LOVE YOU no matter what language you use.

    Will you be my grandad? =]

    Please?

    Lucy x x x

  • Old people are so cute

  • No need to apologies or have any regrets, You seem like s top bloke to me good luck with every thing.

  • don't worry about what people think of you, the large majority dont care what language you use. and have a merry christmas.

  • I hate people who make a man like this be sad or remorse from his actions look peter you didn't do anything wrong and your story was great. I can't wait to see your next video!

  • Hi Chris Reardon pointed me this way to your show and im enjoying it!

  • Don't take the video down! I respect you more for that tale! It's profoundly touching.

  • Peter, of all the stories you share, I am most touched by the stories about your son. I hope the BBC focuses upon your fondness of your family as well as your memories of wartime Europe.

  • (cont'd. comment posting seems a little off)

    But anyway, those who've been complaining shouldn't be. You gave them plenty of warning, and they chose to ignore it... anyway, don't mind them, and stand strong, as you always have...

    ...and Merry Christmas, Granddad. God Bless You.

  • But anyway, those who've been complaining shouldn't be. You gave them plenty of warning, and they chose to ignore it... anyway, don't mind them, and stand strong, as you always have...

    ...and Merry Christmas, Granddad. God Bless You.

  • Peter--

    There is no need to apologize for the somewhat salty language in your Christmas Story. Used correctly, it can add force to a dialogue and greatly enrich a character. Besides, it simply isn't believable that a street-punk would say something like "Darn you Benny, you little rascal! I've gone and had a poo in my trousers because of you!" (cont'd)

  • No worries -- keep all the vids up, don't bow down to pressure.

  • Nothing to apologise for Peter, it's only words and they were relevant to the story, if people take offense at such things then they're not worth bothering with. Keep the vids coming, and say what bloody well please! And thanks for replying to me when I first messaged you many months ago when you only had about 4 or 5 videos! I've been watching them all ever since, keep it up mate.

  • There was nothing bad with your video, about the homeless man. (keep telling your stores we need people like you!) Hopefully the BBC thing goes well I do watch it from time to time.

  • You didnt respond to me and I sent 3 mails in August :\

  • Give him a break, he's got plenty of people emailing people and you've got to understand he can't reply to everyone..

  • Chill out

  • I wasn't stressing out...? Sorry it came off that way.

  • Some people have lives.. maybe you need to get one!

  • Oi leave peter alone butt wipe. Peter is a charming and lovely man and at least he has the guts to say stuff like this, keep going Peter, im a big fan of yours =) have a lovely christmas, god bless =)

  • Your vidoes are awesome dude.

  • Peter, your story was in no way offensive. Don't apolgise. And merry chirstmas!

  • merry x-mas I have enjoyed ALL your videos!

  • legend!

  • looking first minute, very cool lol

  • I hope I am still creative and fun when I get old . . . well, really old. lol You're fun:))

  • nooo don't apologise grandaddy peter! please don't apologise for being creative, imaginative and original. I loved your story. Merry Christmas!

  • people wont like me saying this but i was offended by the last video about the soiled underpants etc. i felt such graphic description was uneccesary as was the the constant swearing, should youtube have system of ratings like movies do ????

  • did you listen to what he said BEFORE he began reading it? If salty language upsets you, you shouldn't have listened at all once he said there would be some foul language. I thought the swearing was appropriate to the story.

  • Well Graham,you don't appear to be offended by the constant swearing on big brother which you have added to your fave's

  • I agree with the rest of the comments here. There's nothing to apologise for.

  • It wasent big mistake

  • Grandad Peter your a star we love your video's , keep them coming ...

    Have a very Merry Christmas

  • You have no reason to apologize and shouldn't have any regrets. Not everyone will like everything and well, your story made it very real what I'm sure some people do go through! Don't take the video down, please.

  • dont worry it peter, we all make mistakes its a matter of life, do not dwell over it.

  • I've been over a good portion of your vids. You seem to be the only one of your kind on YT. You're leaving a pretty good legacy..one of history. Good job Peter!

  • Wow. Now this is the only guy that can chat about news for 5 mins and keep me entertained the whole way through. I Love IT!, Keep em comin Gerry!

  • I agree with most the other comments here Peter. Don't even worry about it.

  • Hey you don't need to say sry you was reading a story and the character in the story you were trying to express the characters personallity.

  • This is the first video of yours i've seen, I like how you do business.

  • I like the way you improvise, apologize, and keep us on our toes looking up to you.

  • XOXOXOX

  • no need to apologize, we love you :) The younger viewers use far worst language, trust me!

  • Ur awesome geriatric, you don't need to apologize, the language tells the story.

  • Howard you are rude and need to get a life b/c geriatric did nothing wrong. Howard Im sure you have cussed way to many times so dont even start with geriatric. Geriatric is alot more intelligent than you.

  • people please stop encouraging this guy, just because he is old doesnt mean we have to patronize him, please stop

  • No appology necessary. Keep vlogging! Happy holidays!

  • No need to apologise, the story was wonderful as are you! Happy Holidays and Congratulations!!!

  • Peter, the language tells the story, it colours the intent and mood, it drives home the themes and points, it is the tapestry on which the story is woven. Your story paints a very sharp "lesson" in life. Something is LEARNED!

  • You would get that language in a 12A if that. The warning was very clear, dont worry about it! Have a happy christmas.

  • This is actually the first time I'm watching one of your videoes. You seem like a really considerate person who respects other people.

  • Per the YouTube TOS everyone viewing YouTube unsupervised should be at least 13 years old, plus you gave a fair warning, so I didn't see a real problem with the language. Congrats on the BBC interview. Hope I can see it.

  • you should pose for playgirl.

  • yes, he is just so cute cuddy and dare i say sexy! lol no im just kidding petey i love you so much your so sweet. what a considerate guy lovelove. <33

  • Peter, you gave reasonable notice regarding the language and anyone who missed or ignored your lead in always has the opportunity to click that little "X" in the upper right corner of their browser if they don't care for the content. I look forwward to all your videos!

  • Happy Christmas, Peter.

    Nothing to apologise for except for keeping it real, when that might be against the trend.

  • Peter please do not feel the need to apologise for the video,it was great and please stay with us health permiting.

    A very BIG Merry Christmas.

  • Peter,your a true gent.But I Don't think you should pull your video down.I enjoyed story's.Thank you for gaving a little bit your self .Happy Holidays :)

  • Your hot.

  • Original Britian you're a very interesting and inovative man. Happy christmas and hope you have the best health for 2007.

  • you are awesome

  • You're a gentleman! How refreshing. I've just discovered you..I'm a new fan.

  • Happy Holidays geriatric! Your story was lovely, not offensive in the least.

  • Dont worry about them mate! just ignore them! if they dont like it they shouldnt watch it or take it too seriously. . it was only a story and people hear that sort of language everywhere on the street dont they! (im not saying that its write to swear)but u werent saying it in a offensive way.

    merry xmas and happy new year peter!

  • Not very popular lately... ur videos used to be a HUGE succes on YOUTUBE topping the most viewed videos every day! now everthing has changed... sad!

    But u still rock on! :D

  • Peter, you are just too wonderful for words! Absolute best person on this website.

  • Sooo cute. Don't worry about it.

  • Dearest Peter, No apologies are necessary as far as I am concerned. I admire your judgement and candor. You are a very fascinating person. This YouTube community is richer because you are a part of it. Sincerely,~Moonchime

  • There is no need to apologize. You made it perfectly clear in your last video that people who disapprove of the use of profanities shouldn't watch and that it was your characters language and not yours, a guy living on the street doesn't exactly say "oh, fudge"...

    Anyways,congratulations on the documentary :)

  • I had the same problems with email on youtube...

    Long letteres should be copy then pasted to a new reply as the thing times out...

  • im considered a younger viewer and i do not mind you swearing at all

  • Hey peter, don't think too much about what other says, do what you think is right to do, I always support.

  • Agreed.

  • It's interesting how they heard the bad language, but not your warning/explanation of its use at the beginning of the vid :~S Also unfortunate, they lost an opportunity to educate/communicate w/ their children instead of teach intolerance/censorship.

  • Congratulations on being part in the BBC documentary.

    I like to use YouTube to spread math education what do you think about it?

  • I can see no problem with the video you made, you made it very clear that there was language in it and that it was necessary as part of the story. If they don't agree with the language they shouldn't have watched it, I mean I do not swear yet I was not offended.

  • no offense taken. a few bad words!! it's called real life. some people are just sitting on the edge of their seats waiting and wanting to be offended so they have something to spout off about.

  • Mm hm! A wise decision. I look very forward to watching it ^^

  • Your creative writing is what it is, no respect lost. Have a great day

  • they do get removed, it just takes a while for your browser to update

  • i think everybody knows those "bad words" and they don't make anybody disrespect you, not even the younger Kids. the older people care a lot more actually. I think in stories it is just part of the poetry.

    nice to see you again

    Merry Christmas!

  • We love you to bits and appreciate you just the way you are, so keeping running your channel <i>your way</i> and we'll keep watching ;)

  • Thank you, Peter, for being such a wonderful model of grace for us.

    Merry Christmas to you and yours.

  • Don't change your reports! They are great! Ciao

  • I don't think you will lose any body from that, that is what made the story good :)

    Maybe some of the hardcore-christian types that want everything banned might, but not the majority of people.

    Happy Holidays Peter!

  • Your story was great; describing the reality as raw and unfair as it is. People who can't face the fact that your story underlined must think that the News, newspapers, television, radio, are offensive and inappropriate.

    Keep up the good work. There are not many like you around. You are real, I don't find that offensive.

  • agreed, you can't rap kids up in cotton wool.

  • I mean wrap kids up in cotton wool lol.

    Although you hear alot of naughty words in rap music to :)

  • as always a delight to my day...you have changed my life...i love more than i can say...stay well...Deborah.

  • You warned the viewers... I'ts their problem... you do this for yourself... not for the general public... it WASN'T a mistake it was your work your channel... tell them to f-off.... simple as that, if they wanna unsubcribe... let them off.

  • I didn't find the video/story offensive. You did give warning and explanation at the beginning. I thought it was a very moving story and I loved it

  • You're the coolest old guy in the world. I don't think you've lost anyones respect

  • I don't believe any apologies are necessary. Having said that, I look forward to seeing the BBC documentary. Hopefully it will make its way outside the UK as so many of their other documentaries have.

  • Don't feel regret, Pops, people are just over-sensitive. You used that language in a fitting context so, personally, I think it's fine :)

    Yay about the BBC, I will keep my eyes open for the program! You rule :) xx

  • Hi Peter, not sure if my posts are getting through?

  • A gentleman who has fought a war for his country cannot ever lose his respect amongst the youth nor the adult generation which he has put his life on the line to allow life.

    Please read this post.

  • Don't apologize. The language used in your other video was used properly in the story. You weren't swearing just for the sake of it.

    I love your videos and I'm 13. :3

  • Peter, your stories are awesome. Don't take it down. Regret doesn't seem like the right feeling. Some kids and parents are more sensitive than others. The only thing you need to do is put up a stronger disclaimer next time.

  • great vids!! You have nothing to apoligize for... I only see things getting worse in youtube, since google took over!!! You watch and see, i'll bet they will be able to fix all your problems with a monthly fee... Have a great Merry Christmas!!!

  • Peter, your stories are great! No need to take anything down ... Im sure people understand the 'essence' of the story.

  • A good post as usual Geriatric1927 and the emailing system in here now is destroying the 'community' , we cant keep in touch properly with the message limits at the moment.

  • Don't take your video down, you have not lost my respect.

  • Oh rubbish. I love your videos!! :)

  • The people who told you to take the video down were idiots, the story was not a mistake, the story opens peoples eyes to the fact that we are not all sitting beside the fire with cups of hot chocolate at Christmas. 'Keeping it real' would be a phrase I would refer to.

    Thank you for being such an Honorable and inspiring human being Peter.

  • you're a very honorable person, Peter. I'm 13, and I love hearing you speak; thank you.

  • you shouldn't have to apologize Peter.  You were just keeping it real. Thats the greatest respect you could get.

    -Mahfuz

  • It is sad to think that there are people unprepared to see that the world is not all clean and sanitized for their protection. If they can't bear to hear about the nastiness of real life (even as innoculously presented in your story), they should lock themselves in their homes and avoid parting the net curtains at all costs.

    You have nothing to apolpgise for, Peter. Nothing at all.