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Deinfluencing You from Holiday Consumerism✨Mindful Atlernatives to Buying Stuff✨
Are you tired of the consumerism that surrounds Black Friday and Christmas? In this video, I’m deinfluencing the shopping frenzy and offering meaningful alternatives to traditional gift-giving. Discover thoughtful gift ideas that focus on time, services, and consumables, making your holidays more special and less materialistic. Let’s make this season about connection and experiences rather than just stuff. Join me in embracing a more conscious and fulfilling way to celebrate! 🥳🥳🥳
#FrugalLiving #Sustainability #BlackFriday #deinfluencing #Underconsumptioncore #MinimalistGifts #HolidaySimplicity #ConsciousConsumer #EcoFriendlyGifts #TimeOverThings#SustainableHolidays
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Living Frugally Made Me Happier Than Ever ✨My Journey To A Simpler Life✨
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In this video, I share my personal story of how I used to work long hours to keep up with societal expectations, but realized that true happiness doesn’t come from material wealth. I made the decision to cut back on work, embrace a slower lifestyle and live more frugally. Join me as I discuss the changes I’ve made and how they’ve transformed my life for the better. Discover how you, too, can fi...
✨THE ULTIMATE FRUGAL LIFE HACK✨Pedaling My Way To Saving With the Ozark Trail G1 Explorer ❤️
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Is this budget gravel bike the ultimate frugal living hack? I definitely think so! ❤️ Bicycling is so beneficial in so many ways and can have a huge impact on your life as well as your wallet! #BudgetGravelBike #OzarkTrailG1Explorer #FrugalLiving #BikeLife #SaveMoney #EcoFriendly #BudgetHacks #CyclingCommunity #SustainableLiving
100 SUBSCRIBERS! 🥳 Thank You for Being Part of My Journey! 🥹💕
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I just saw the news that I hit the 100 subscriber mark and I am forever #grateful. Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️ #frugalliving #thankyou #100subscribers #youtubegrowth #youtubejourney #youtubemilestone #communitylove #subscribercelebration #pourovercoffee #kindle #booktok
The Hidden Joys of YouTubing: WHY YOU SHOULD START EVEN IF NO ONE IS WATCHING ❤️
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I wanted to share my experience of my first 90 days on UA-cam! 🥳🥳🥳 I am so excited for the next 90 days and to see where this journey might take me. ❤️ #UA-camJourney #First90Days #RoadToMonetization #UA-camGrowth #ContentCreator #SmallUA-camr #UA-camTips #VloggerLife #HopeCrew
Healing Hearts: What 10 Years of Bedside Nursing Has Taught Me About Grief💕
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Grief is something we all will experience within our lifetime. Here is what a decade of bedside nursing in long-term care has taught me about dealing with grief…with grace. #Nursing #Long-termCare #Grief #MentalHealth
✨FOURTH WING FANS✨PLEASE ASSEMBLE HERE!!! 🐉🐉🐉
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I just finished reading Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros and I have a bit to say about it. ❤️ #booktok #booktube #bookrecommendations #books #fourthwing #kindleunlimited #kindle #reading #tbr
✨ 15 TIPS ✨ to Save Money & Live More Sustainably…Part 2!
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As promised, here is part two of my 15 tips for frugal living and living more sustainably. These tips are also a good way to save money every month! ❤️ #frugalliving #savemoney
BIRD MOM LIFE…COME MEET MY LITTLE FLOCK! ❤️
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I wanted to make a little video to introduce you to the birdies you often hear in the background of my voiceovers. This is such a special little flock…chock full of energy, quirks and bravado. And Don’t worry! I got the millet all cleaned up as soon as we were finished here. 😅 #petbirds #parakeet #cockatielfunny #cockatiel #budgies #greencheekconure #parrotlover #parrot #funnyanimals
✨15 TIPS to Save Money and Live More Sustainably (Part 1)
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My Tried and True tips to saving money and living more sustainably and frugally in a world that is constantly trying to sell you something. #howtosavemoney #frugalliving #frugal #savingmoney #savingschallenges #minimalist #sustainableliving #bicycleride
How You Can Use Gratitude to Brighten Your Day ☀️
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I’ve been intentionally slowing down and making more of an effort to practice Gratitude in my daily life here recently. These are just my thoughts on the subject. ❤️ #gratitude #practicinggratitude #slowliving #frugal #bicycleride #lectricxp3.0 #minimalist #bikeride #selflove #howtobehappy #lifeintennessee
Unplug and Be Present. It really is that damned phone!
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The Art of frugal hedonism and memento mori #carfree #hedonism #frugal #cycling #lectricxp3.0 #ebike #simpleliving
500 MILES FROM HOME 🥺
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Soaking in our last day 🥺 #bicycle #cycling #ebike #ebikereview #frugalliving #travel #travelvlog #tennessee #neworleans #publictransit #coffeelover fee
Freewheeling NOLA-style: New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
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Touring the French Quarter by bike? Yes, please! #bicycle #cycling #ebike #ebikereview #frugalliving #lectricxp #neworleans #frenchquarter #louisiana #neworleanspharmacymuseum #carfree #travelvlog #lesbian
Hauntings, Hostels & Holy Places
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Hauntings, Hostels & Holy Places
Traveling through New Orleans by public transit: Algiers Point/ St. Peter’s Crossing/French Quarter
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Traveling through New Orleans by public transit: Algiers Point/ St. Peter’s Crossing/French Quarter
French Quarter: Unedited Bicycle Tour/ Hour Long Ride
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French Quarter: Unedited Bicycle Tour/ Hour Long Ride
NEW ORLEANS: Multimodal Utopia? BIKE/FERRY/BUS/PEDIcab/ STREETCAR
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NEW ORLEANS: Multimodal Utopia? BIKE/FERRY/BUS/PEDIcab/ STREETCAR
How To Live Your Most Authentic Life: A Note On Consumerism & The Ties That Bind Us
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How To Live Your Most Authentic Life: A Note On Consumerism & The Ties That Bind Us
LECTRIC XP LITE 2.0: RideALong/Specs/Review
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LECTRIC XP LITE 2.0: RideALong/Specs/Review
RIDE ALONG WITH ME: Bicycle VLOG ❤️
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RIDE ALONG WITH ME: Bicycle VLOG ❤️
WOULD YOU BIKE 5 MILES FOR COFFEE? ✨Rutherford Coffee House✨
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WOULD YOU BIKE 5 MILES FOR COFFEE? ✨Rutherford Coffee House✨
E-BIKE COMMUTING: WHAT I CARRY TO BE SAFE AND COMFORTABLE ON THE ROAD
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E-BIKE COMMUTING: WHAT I CARRY TO BE SAFE AND COMFORTABLE ON THE ROAD
Bicycles Make You Brave ❤️
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Bicycles Make You Brave ❤️
Even 5 minutes can save your whole day ❤️
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Even 5 minutes can save your whole day ❤️
IS THE LECTRIC XP 3.0 WORTH THE MONEY?
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IS THE LECTRIC XP 3.0 WORTH THE MONEY?
TilTok Banned me: How my first week on YouTube went
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TilTok Banned me: How my first week on UA-cam went
Glorious Bicycle Ride on country roads…Somewhere in Tennessee! 🌞
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Glorious Bicycle Ride on country roads…Somewhere in Tennessee! 🌞
Porch Talk #1: CAN WE CHANGE CAR CULTURE IN THE U.S.?
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Porch Talk #1: CAN WE CHANGE CAR CULTURE IN THE U.S.?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @rabbitngoose
    @rabbitngoose 4 дні тому

    Your message is wonderful, and the video was beautiful. Thank you.

  • @KodeyWhiteWolf
    @KodeyWhiteWolf 5 днів тому

    Love your outlook on life at such a young age. Just came across you & cking titles of past videos. All good. KOKO

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 5 днів тому

      @@KodeyWhiteWolf thank you so much! I appreciate you watching. 🙂❤️

  • @DipDipBaskins
    @DipDipBaskins 6 днів тому

    Excellent

  • @NovemberJetton
    @NovemberJetton 6 днів тому

    😊😊😊❤

  • @livesimplifiedlife
    @livesimplifiedlife 6 днів тому

    Thanks for sharing. I like that I can listen to your lovely voice without distracting background music.

  • @krob9145
    @krob9145 6 днів тому

    I love bike picnics. My bicycle is my economical transport, gym, physio therapy, grocery getter, errand runner, leisure time, and social connector.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 6 днів тому

      @@krob9145 They really are so versatile. 🙂 Thank you for watching! ❤️

  • @jacki6301
    @jacki6301 7 днів тому

    I loved this message. We decided to do a book swap for Christmas. I picked up mostly used books in a topic the recipient requested. I only had to purchase a new release for one daughter. The bags are so heavy this year! I decided to purchase reusable Christmas bags or totes that we can use next year. For the adults, I am making food baskets with homemade goodies. None of us need more stuff in our homes!

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 7 днів тому

      @@jacki6301 A book swap is such a great idea. I know you all are going to have such a beautiful holiday. 🙂 Homemade goodies are wonderful, also! ❤️

  • @celinabrieann
    @celinabrieann 7 днів тому

    This is such a beautiful message! You truly are a special soul! I am grateful that I get to love you! ❤️ You make me proud every single day! 🥰😘

  • @kharab31
    @kharab31 7 днів тому

    Now I was with you until you got to the handkerchief. Ma'am No. 😂

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 7 днів тому

      @@kharab31 😅 No worries! Thank you for watching!

    • @kharab31
      @kharab31 7 днів тому

      No problem and I'm happy to say I'm a new Subscriber. Looking forward to the next video

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 7 днів тому

      @ Thank you so much! 🙂❤️

  • @dipenpatel5204
    @dipenpatel5204 8 днів тому

    I’m so happy you’re enjoying biking! It’s also very refreshing to see biking content from other parts of the the US

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 8 днів тому

      @@dipenpatel5204 Thank you! What part of the country are you in? 🙂

    • @dipenpatel5204
      @dipenpatel5204 8 днів тому

      @ I’m in Brooklyn. The bike paths are pretty good here (at least by US standards) so I’m pretty happy.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 8 днів тому

      @ I’ve always dreamed about riding bikes in New York one day! How cool. 🙂 It’s very rural where I live so there’s absolutely no bike paths around. Maybe one day! ❤️

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 8 днів тому

      @ I’ve always dreamed about riding bikes in New York one day! How cool. 🙂 It’s very rural where I live so there’s absolutely no bike paths around. Maybe one day! ❤️

    • @dipenpatel5204
      @dipenpatel5204 8 днів тому

      @ Yup it’s a great place to ride especially cause there’s so many people on bikes! But I guess the grass is always greener cause I sometimes wish I could ride in a less dense place to avoid all the cars and road rage

  • @mysteryreader1
    @mysteryreader1 8 днів тому

    You have figured it out, girl! I wish you both happiness and love

  • @deloramurphy1625
    @deloramurphy1625 9 днів тому

    I enjoyed your saving Tips however spending time with my Family is almost never Free 💕

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 9 днів тому

      @@deloramurphy1625 It definitely can be hard! Thank you for watching and commenting. 🙂❤️

  • @sanwuch
    @sanwuch 9 днів тому

    For the money, that's actually a pretty good bike.

  • @SherlynNeblett
    @SherlynNeblett 11 днів тому

    People in new york ride bikes all the times. Some people even use scooters

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 11 днів тому

      @@SherlynNeblett it is a dream of mine to ride my bicycle in NYC some day. 😍

  • @SherlynNeblett
    @SherlynNeblett 11 днів тому

    Subscribed not prescribed. Lol

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 11 днів тому

      @@SherlynNeblett lol I knew what you meant! 😅 Thank you so much! ❤️

  • @SherlynNeblett
    @SherlynNeblett 11 днів тому

    Just found u and prescribed

  • @ericn9vjg
    @ericn9vjg 11 днів тому

    Good video. Thanks for sharing your experience. But the crickets are really rude. 😂

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 11 днів тому

      @@ericn9vjg all the critters are rude here in Tennessee! 😂❤️ Thank you for watching!

  • @DipDipBaskins
    @DipDipBaskins 11 днів тому

    😊 crushing it. Beautiful camera shots!

  • @solarheat9016
    @solarheat9016 11 днів тому

    It must be quite liberating to go somewhere 10 miles away and come back all under your own power.

  • @ciroalbertosan8631
    @ciroalbertosan8631 12 днів тому

    Thank you. Greetings from Mexico🙂✌️✌️🚲

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 11 днів тому

      @@ciroalbertosan8631 Thank you for commenting! 🙂❤️❤️❤️

  • @bradybunch84a
    @bradybunch84a 12 днів тому

    If your bike is set up comfortable for you, then I wouldn't change a thing. I put weird pull back handlebars on mine so I could sit up more erect and that makes it more comfortable for me. I just mosey along. I don't care how long it takes me to ride because I am retired. I love those flowers on your bike. I really am impressed how good looking they are. I wish more people decorated and personalized their bikes like you are. So creative, you are. Nice to see you enjoying life.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 12 днів тому

      @@bradybunch84a That is such a thoughtful comment. Thank you. 🙂 I’m not retired but I’m in no hurry either. I just enjoy riding. I tend to stop and take pictures of little things along the way or just to take in the view. Happy riding to you! ❤️

  • @polthedestroyer
    @polthedestroyer 13 днів тому

    You have managed to master the skill that has escaped so many new cyclists: what to spend money on. Buy what works, buy what makes you happy, don't bankrupt yourself. Great job! I do look forward to the day you switch to a flat bar, I think you'll be so much happier upright than with a drop bar angled so far up. Good luck!

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 13 днів тому

      @@polthedestroyer Thank you so much! ❤️ I appreciate your comment. 🙂

  • @tonypaddler
    @tonypaddler 13 днів тому

    What a lovely, fun loving couple you are 🙂 Enjoy what you've made for yourselves, you deserve it 🚲👌👍

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 13 днів тому

      @@tonypaddler That is the loveliest comment ever. 🙂 Thank you so very much. ❤️

  • @porkchop1343
    @porkchop1343 13 днів тому

    Cool video 😊

  • @OMEDFOY
    @OMEDFOY 14 днів тому

    it's funny how this is such a controversial idea in the States, yet commonplace in places like Japan, Amsterdam, and many European cities.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 14 днів тому

      @@OMEDFOY I wish that it were more common here as well. ❤️

  • @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug
    @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug 15 днів тому

    Hi friend, I already have my bike and today I need to know how to use it, thanks for showing us the things to keep us safe in case of an emergency.❤

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 15 днів тому

      @@GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug Thank you, Graciela! 🙂❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @Adventures4vida
    @Adventures4vida 16 днів тому

    Maybe get an adjustable stem, the brakes have to be in a position that is hard on your wrist. Adjustable stem will bring the handlebars higher and closer to you.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 16 днів тому

      @@Adventures4vida That is a great idea. 🙂 Thank you! ❤️

  • @HollyNYC
    @HollyNYC 16 днів тому

    Loved this video! ❤

  • @leslietherae4807
    @leslietherae4807 16 днів тому

    🥹 Beautifully said and and a great reminder, thank you!

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 16 днів тому

      @@leslietherae4807 Thank you so much! And thank you for watching and commenting. 🙂❤️

  • @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug
    @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug 16 днів тому

    I love seeing people happy with the bare minimum and enjoying nature. You're right. You work hard to make payments on the house and everything you have to do. Living in Los Angeles is very difficult, but even so, you have to find time to feel free and enjoy time with your family.

  • @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug
    @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug 16 днів тому

    Those bikes intimidate me because they are so high and I have an injured leg which prevents me from moving it quickly in case of an emergency, but I like them too and if they are a little cheaper, mine is very old and it is time for an electric one and to reach 2024.😀🚲

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 16 днів тому

      @@GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug If an e-bike makes it easier for you to get out and ride then that is definitely the best choice for you. ❤️ I hope you enjoy every minute of it! 🙂

    • @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug
      @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug 16 днів тому

      @@SomewhereInTennessee Yes, because of the bad condition of my knee it is difficult for me to walk, so with my bicycle I will be able to enjoy open spaces again.🌲🍂🍁

  • @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug
    @GracielaOrtiz-ii2ug 16 днів тому

    Hello, thank you very much for your video. I really loved it because I have in mind to buy one and I have looked at many but this is the one that convinced me and especially seeing a person like you who is real and your experience with the Bicycle is good. Soon I will have mine.🎉 Greetings from Los Angeles, California.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 16 днів тому

      I hope that you enjoy yours as much as I have enjoyed mine. ❤️ Thank you for watching and commenting. It means a lot to me! 🙂

  • @CAM-fq8lv
    @CAM-fq8lv 16 днів тому

    Lovely voice, lovely accent. I appreciate your content and the fact that you just have your voice, no music. Love from France. Subscribed.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 16 днів тому

      @@CAM-fq8lv oh wow thank you so much! I appreciate greatly. 🙂 Thank you for watching and subscribing. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @katherinescroggs2211
    @katherinescroggs2211 16 днів тому

    We moved to Portugal to retire. We walk or take public trans and occasionally rent a car to travel. We hang our laundry and eat healthy food. We live in a small apartment. It’s been 3 years in and we have been loving it.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 16 днів тому

      @@katherinescroggs2211 Your life sounds so lovely. 🙂 Reading this little bit of your life put a smile on my face. Thank you. ❤️

  • @warayingermany
    @warayingermany 16 днів тому

    Hello friend, very nice story I like it so much. I love it too, to live a simple life. Less stress and more happiness. Thank you my friend.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 16 днів тому

      @@warayingermany Hello, friend. 🙂 Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. You are appreciated. ❤️

  • @ToeKneeBee725
    @ToeKneeBee725 17 днів тому

    The flowers and pink bar tape are a very nice touch. It is possible to get an even shorter stem (about $10) to bring the bars closer to you so that you don't have to reach a far.. Keep it up. 👍

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 17 днів тому

      @@ToeKneeBee725 Definitely going to change out that stem! Thank you for compliment. 🙂 And thank you for watching. ❤️

  • @meekandthebane
    @meekandthebane 17 днів тому

    this is fantastic, glad it popped up on my feed. simple living is the way to go. the present work obsessed culture and economy we have is toxic for everyone and everything. it makes my heart warm to see people putting importance on connection and quality time spent on loved ones and their hobbies ❤

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 17 днів тому

      @@meekandthebane Thank you so much. I completely agree. 🙂 And thank you for taking the time to watch and leave a comment. ❤️

  • @porkchop1343
    @porkchop1343 17 днів тому

    Nice tape color ❤

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 17 днів тому

      @@porkchop1343 Thank you! I was nervous about the pink but I think it turned out quite nice. 🙂❤️

  • @ianbarr4716
    @ianbarr4716 18 днів тому

    Could not agree more with this video. Great job. Cheers.

  • @krmitchell01
    @krmitchell01 18 днів тому

    In Knox TN so happy to see others in this state making great content ❤

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 18 днів тому

      @@krmitchell01 Oh thank you! 😊 That means a lot to me. I love our beautiful state. ❤️

  • @annann3471
    @annann3471 18 днів тому

    How do you survive having children with no car , how do you make your doctors appointments and run your errands, there no buses in FLORIDA.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 18 днів тому

      @@annann3471 I live in a very small town and we grocery shop locally. As for doctor visits, our doctors office is less than 5 miles away. ❤️ I try my best to keep my errands local and as few as I can. You’re right about the public transit situation. I wish there were more options available all over, too.

  • @BruceChastain
    @BruceChastain 18 днів тому

    really like this video! this is why our family has only had one car for the past 13 years. I can't imagine how much we've saved over the years. That same money that is saved can be invested too, which not only saves but grows.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 17 днів тому

      I would bet y’all have saved a pretty penny! 🙂 Thank you for watching and commenting. ❤️

  • @virginiarevering4983
    @virginiarevering4983 19 днів тому

    You're never going to catch up with the Joneses is a great motto, thanks for your channel!

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 19 днів тому

      @@virginiarevering4983 Thank you so much. 🙂 I appreciate you watching. ❤️

  • @Smaug1
    @Smaug1 19 днів тому

    2:25: Selina's rear brake cable needs some slack taken out of it at the adjustment. She should only have to pull the brake lever a short distance for it to start to engage. The spiky pedals allow the rider to pull back on one pedal while you're pushing down on the other, giving more power. Like I said in the other video, get some fenders on the bikes. On wet days like this, you won't get roosted and dirty. It looks like you have mounting holes for full fenders, which work even better. (they turn with the front and go further down to keep your lower legs cleaner) Planet Bike has some good, affordable full fender sets on Amazon. You'll never go back to fenderless, unless you ride a lot faster than I think you do. ;-) 3:55: re nursing home wisdom, I'm glad you listen to the residents and I'm glad someone like you is taking care of our parents. 6:25: if you want to lose more weight, cut way down on process carbs. (like pretzels & cookies) Protein, fruit and veggies mostly. We discovered pasta that is made from chickpeas. The texture is a bit different than wheat pasta, but you get protein instead of empty carbs and spaghetti is still on the menu! I know, that's tough.

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 19 днів тому

      @@Smaug1 Thank you for your advice, Jeremy! I just noticed that you have a channel. Subscribing right away! 🙂❤️

    • @Smaug1
      @Smaug1 16 днів тому

      @@SomewhereInTennessee Hehehe, you'll be disappointed in my channel if you're looking for bike or life advice content, but thanks!

  • @Smaug1
    @Smaug1 19 днів тому

    Thanks for that great video and for taking us along on your li'l picnic! Re. your other bike, the same happened with me! I got back into cycling with an eBike. I challenged myself to pedal it more and more until I found I could pedal it almost all of the time. (albeit slower than I would a much lighter "acoustic bike". ) Next, I reasoned: "If I can pedal this 65 lb. beast, I could certainly pedal a much lighter acoustic bike." and I started riding my old Trek hybrid again. Then, I joined a group road bike ride and got immediately left behind on that hybrid bike. they're just not efficient, being so upright, with fatter tires and wider hand spacing that makes the torso into a parachute. Like you, I took the next step. (although you may have skipped the hybrid bike step?) and I got road bike, then a gravel bike. Now I joined the local bike club and got into better & better shape. Figured out I had to quit drinking to lose more weight and get below the Overweight BMI level. Re. your handlebar setup, that was a simple way to get more upright and make squeezing the brakes more comfortable. HOWEVER, it completely prevents you from going down in the drops. You might look into replacing the stem with one that puts the bar higher and further back. (I did it on my gravel bike, which had limited frame size choices) There are also bars available with some rise built into them. This would be The Right Way to do it, and would let you use your drops when you're going fast downhill or want to be less draggy pedaling into a headwind. I think you're going to eventually have problems with that rear rack swiveling, since it's only mounted to the seat post. You may want to look into a proper luggage rack. Re. car replacement, you will want to add a fender set to the bike for wet days. I think the bike has mounting bosses for full fenders, but if not, they make ones that snap on. Here's a highly-rated one; mine are similar to these: www.amazon.com/ACEDIS-RBRL-Bicycle-Mudguard-Inches/dp/B09SPXLQBQ/ref=sr_1_11?crid=JC4O5Q0VDNL2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FWFEKgn9OXE_gAnuVsJPdOdXzONrW7hqgC1PxunrgQ0TZG24QK4CAaXX-07ouRNRVR3PmHy-1T5rM4WS5IxdirTHVDIAbM98JJhYBmVLgzVWzWGr6v8vpbnW1c7CuwxCuTazpxrnuSShi3oJKVcpWFwGJgLh_6Syg3SLiGzZL2Z_vr6Vb-XwCeRm5F3iaqAIHXQ7LboRWi0vquFUTwux_sX0dnQMLcT6-64JQNmyZlca9ax-VM6y3ZGEtd6AuIezpwceGmHidT7NYEj4gPV-SsTJNG8SPLEp_ZqDZHjRGHo.CWj8RHB3XMZ2EJYhhvOW6-a25yr9hMCT-5fweNPNrFQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=gravel+bike+snap+on+fenders&qid=1731102376&sprefix=gravel+bike+snap+on+fenders%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-11 How do you decide now whether to ride your XP or the gravel bike?

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 19 днів тому

      @@Smaug1 As much as I do love my e-bike, i really started noticing some limitations with it nearly right away. I enjoyed riding it and would find myself going for longer and longer rides but then would worry about my battery level and would hurry back home as fast as possible. 😂 Worrying about the battery gave me a bit of anxiety! I’m an anxious person by nature, you see. 😅 I ended up buying the gravel bike to be able to go a bit further without getting (hopefully) stranded. As far as the drops go, I actually don’t use them. That may change over time. Prior to buying this specific bike, I had actually never used a drop bar bike before. When I first got the bike, I tried it a couple of times and I was scared to death. 😅 I think I’m just not accustomed to bending so far forward but I’m not opposed to trying again after I make some changes to my handlebar situation, of course! As for the fenders, we definitely need them! I just posted a video today where Celina’s backside got covered in muck. 😅When it comes to choosing between the two bikes, I tend to use the gravel bike most days and use the e-bike for groceries or hauling heavier things around. I think both are great options and have their uses. Thank you for your suggestions. I really appreciate the advice. And thank you for watching and commenting. 🙂❤️

  • @NovemberJetton
    @NovemberJetton 19 днів тому

    ❤😊😊😊❤

  • @celinabrieann
    @celinabrieann 19 днів тому

    I love you with all my heart. I truly enjoy living the slow easy life that we do! I wouldn’t trade our time for all the money in the world! I want nothing more out of life than to spend my life loving my people with all I have in me! I can’t wait for all of the years to come with you! I cherish every moment and can’t wait to look back on all the time and years we had together!❤️❤️❤️🥰😘

    • @SomewhereInTennessee
      @SomewhereInTennessee 19 днів тому

      @@celinabrieann I feel the same way, babe. I’m forever grateful for you. 🙂 Thank you for always being my muse. 🥹❤️

  • @moodymac7297
    @moodymac7297 19 днів тому

    A lot of common sense here. Good video and I like the bike.

  • @dereklucero5785
    @dereklucero5785 19 днів тому

    IMHO gravel bikes are the best all around bikes.

  • @DAZLIN6
    @DAZLIN6 20 днів тому

    Great video, I hope you enjoy your cycling journey through life 😊