When my daughter was too young to walk to school, we rode the bus. Each morning I gazed impatiently down third avenue, a day off was a treat. Until one morning-"Look Mommy! A dog!," she cried. It hit me, this was her childhood. One day we'd no longer be riding that bus. Now I think, another chance to ride the bus. The days are long the years are short.
Here is the transcript (sorry the captioning isn't working well)
When my daughter was too young to walk to school, we rode the bus. Each morning I gazed impatiently down third avenue, a day off was a treat. Until one morning-"Look Mommy! A dog!," she cried. It hit me, this was her childhood. One day we'd no longer be riding that bus. Now I think, another chance to ride the bus. The days are long the years are short.
Beautiful, Gretchen! Thank you for sharing your life, your epiphanies, and your journey. This really is what life is all about! Thank you for the reminder.
I love this, Gretchen. It moved me to tears. You have touched a very important chord in many of us, and obviously it is resonating strongly across the country. Keep up the great work. You move and inspire me every day. From Jennie Floyd, an aspiring actress in LA at 51 years old!
I absolutely adored the video!!! It's simple, but clear & it gives a strong message. Keep up the good work!! Gretchen, your fans are right behind you, no matter what.
Thanks Gretchen! Love the Book!! Love the blog! Love the little video here! I say it to myself multiple times every day "The days are long, but the years are short"
I'm thrilled to hear that my work resonates with you!
GretchenRubinNY 4 months ago
Wow! It is TRUTH slapping you upside the head! But it makes you see stars! I listened to the book 3 times on a recent trip. So well done! Thank you.
jjbbone1 4 months ago
This has been flagged as spam show
great presentation.. congrats keep it up ..
jesseford97 4 months ago
Love this!!
cookingwithlittles 4 months ago
Almost made me cry! I LOVE the book, thank you.
manuhrios 1 year ago
For those who have asked for the transcript:
When my daughter was too young to walk to school, we rode the bus. Each morning I gazed impatiently down third avenue, a day off was a treat. Until one morning-"Look Mommy! A dog!," she cried. It hit me, this was her childhood. One day we'd no longer be riding that bus. Now I think, another chance to ride the bus. The days are long the years are short.
GretchenRubinNY 1 year ago
@GretchenRubinNY Thanks so much for sharing the transcript with us.
jondnicoll 1 year ago 2
@jondnicoll You are most welcome!
GretchenRubinNY 1 year ago
Can you please provide a transcript of what is said in this video? The captioning option isn't doing a great job.
jondnicoll 1 year ago
@jondnicoll
Here is the transcript (sorry the captioning isn't working well)
When my daughter was too young to walk to school, we rode the bus. Each morning I gazed impatiently down third avenue, a day off was a treat. Until one morning-"Look Mommy! A dog!," she cried. It hit me, this was her childhood. One day we'd no longer be riding that bus. Now I think, another chance to ride the bus. The days are long the years are short.
GretchenRubinNY 1 year ago
Beautiful, Gretchen! Thank you for sharing your life, your epiphanies, and your journey. This really is what life is all about! Thank you for the reminder.
BlissfulWarrior 1 year ago
I love this, Gretchen. It moved me to tears. You have touched a very important chord in many of us, and obviously it is resonating strongly across the country. Keep up the great work. You move and inspire me every day. From Jennie Floyd, an aspiring actress in LA at 51 years old!
jfloyd123 1 year ago
I love it!
louiepil 1 year ago
I absolutely adored the video!!! It's simple, but clear & it gives a strong message. Keep up the good work!! Gretchen, your fans are right behind you, no matter what.
-Angie
pinknpurple08 1 year ago
You look really pretty! And....the video totally rocks!So happy for you!
bethdelmonte 1 year ago
It's perfect! I love it. I have to buy this book. Been reading the blog for a long time now. :)
LuluParis1 1 year ago
Thanks Gretchen! Love the Book!! Love the blog! Love the little video here! I say it to myself multiple times every day "The days are long, but the years are short"
puppymancer 1 year ago
Very nice, I knew the story in advance but still loved the video.
Artgo
goforthanddance 1 year ago
Beautiful video!
AncoraViola 1 year ago
What a great video, Gretchen! Love it! - Ashley
rashomama 1 year ago
Gretchen,
This is so heart-warming! Fantastic job for your first attempt.
~Kristine K.
peonyharp 1 year ago