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March 20, 2025 Jody Collier

Padding Beads and some Personal News


Jody Here, 

I don’t usually share details of my personal life, but this is kind of a big deal.. I thought that as a weldmonger customer, you deserve to know why I haven’t posted any videos in several weeks and also why I look different.

So here is the news:

I have been in the hospital for a month.

“You have leukemia” is not something anyone wants to hear.

But it is the hand I have been dealt.

Yet, I am full of hope. 

I know God is by my side and I don’t even have the words to describe how my family rallied around me.  

I have a long way to go with more treatments but I have made some great progress already and I am feeling great.

And...I have a great team of doctors at Emory Hospital who think I will make a full recovery.

So what’s next?

Obviously, a life event like this makes a person think more deeply about life.

So I am asking myself the question…”what is the highest and best use of my time and energy going forward?”

One thing I know is that I have really enjoyed contributing to the welding community and I feel like I have more to give.

So just know that the youtube channel and the store will both keep moving forward...

But I am not sure what that is going to look like.

I will continue to post welding videos but you might also see some podcast type videos sprinkled in along with some other different formats.

All I ask is that you bear with me during this time and of course…

Please by all means, Pray for me.

Sincerely, Jody Collier

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Comments

David Busch - March 28, 2025

Hi Jody, tonight (East Coast Australia) just before dinner I saw your email, so my wife and I prayed for you, for your full recovery. By way of encouragement, our pastor received the devastating news at the beginning of 2023 ( I think it was), that he had stage 4 cancer in his leg and lungs, and probably only 2 years to live. The entire church immediately jumped into action with sustained prayer, and rallying around him and his family, as he went through chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Then with a weakened leg muscle from the radiation he fell and broke his hip, which then had to be replaced. It did not look good at all. God is good, and he has had an amazing recovery, back on his feet again and going strong, with an amazing story that is impacting many. The doctors want to do a study on his recovery over the next few years because his recovery was so unexpected. I love your attitude that you’re not done yet, and that you are looking to God, that He has your back. Your videos continue to inspire, thank you. I will keep praying for you. Blessings, David

Samuel Wollmann - March 28, 2025

God keep you strong. I checked out your videos when I needed some tips. I have been welding for 40 years. You have a God given talent to share. Keep it up as long God gives you strength.

Andy White - March 28, 2025

Thank you for all the knowledge you have
Given us
You all have our love and prayers andy

Tim Moline - March 28, 2025

I pray for the best my friend. Ten years ago I started watching your videos. I was in a bad place criminal situation and began welding on probation. I watched your videos all the time and they gave me confidence to go out and get it. I’m now a 4th year Pipefitter apprentice now. Thank you for everything you’ve taught to the welding community! Keep up the great work my friend!

Sincerely Tim

Orko - March 28, 2025

I would like to take the time to say I am happy to hear from you again and that I will pray for you to get better. I like seeing you and hearing what you have to say in the welding community for all of us out here that are ether new or old and just wants to learn more. Thanks for being here.

Serge De Bel - March 28, 2025

Hello Jody,
Terrible news about your health.
As an amateur welder, I have been learning a lot through your videos.
I wish you a full and as prompt as can be recovery. Hang on there
Best regards from Belgium
Serge

Howard Penland - March 28, 2025

I will be praying continually for you Jody and also your family! I tell people if they want to learn something about welding, YouTube Welding tips and tricks. Your artistic skills in all types of welding are top notch along with camera shots, knowledge, and evaluating weld penetration,& etc. I welded in fab shops and several TVA Nuclear plants for 21 years, so that gives me the ability to know what an excellent welder you are. Iam so glad they are giving you a positive outcome, but the main thing is you and your family have been saved by Jesus Christ!!!

Melvin Gooding - March 28, 2025

Thanks for the past videos you have shared. May God grant you life so that you can contribute to His kingdom. I will pray for your continued healing and for the continuous work in the welding field.

You have helped me with my welding, and I will like you to be around for a long time.

May God bless you in all that you do.

Barry Custeau - March 28, 2025

I will be rootin for ya from up north here. My take is: no use to worry.
Your brain is the most powerful thing you have so just decide to get well.

Brad Keyes - March 28, 2025

So sorry to hear this. I’ve learned a ton of stuff watching your videos, and have gotten some really good deals from the store.
Here’s hoping for the best, Jody. Hang in there and keep up the good work.

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