Wizard in the Wild - Off-Grid Campervan Travels
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WE UPDATE FOLKS ON EVERYTHING - NEW VLOG NEWS
We update everbody on the state of things in Wizard World. Graham does his finest drum solo!
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00:00 Start intro
00:16 Whats going on
04:37 Weight loss
07:04 Editing
10:23 Jazz wants dinner
13:01 Puddle jumping
14:40 drum solo
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Music Epidemic Sound www.epidemicsound.com/
Open Sea - NYLONWINGS
Crossing the Bridge - JON BJÖRK
Just Like Paradise - JON BJÖRK
As Rainbows Fall - DESKANT
Out of Glory - TRABANT 33
The Bard's Tale - CHRISTOFFER MOE DITLEVSEN
Up in the Hills - BONNIE GRACE
While You Can - THE EASTERN PLAIN FEAT. JULIA HOLMSTRÖM
Only the Brave - BONNIE GRACE
Corn Dog Avenue - MARTIN KLEM
Moder - 369
Across Land and Sea - CHRISTOFFER MOE DITLEVSEN
Dwell Upon - JON BJÖRK
Sins of the Fathers - DESKANT
While You Can - THE EASTERN PLAIN FEAT
Out of Glory - Trabant 33
A Path Well Trodden - JON BJÖRK
Sounds of Patriots - Trabant 33
A Celtic Blessing - Bonnie Grace
Astra - Victor Lundberg
Dear Teddy Bear - Mike Franklyn
Today Is a Good Day to Live - John T. Graham feat. Michael Stenmark
Intimate Acoustics - Mid Knight
Eternal Brilliance - Deskant
Last Stand - Marc Torch
Pilgrims from the Woods - Ludvig Moulin
Sunny Sea Coast - Mica Emory
For Queen and Country - Bonnie Grace
In Memories - Franz Gordon
Intimate Acoustics - Mid Knight
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Dream of Memories - Cody Butler
Zephyr - Aerian
A Forest Melody - Tellsonic
The Boathouse - Nickolas Jones
Hand Me a Guitar - Isobelle Walton
Astra - Victor Lundberg
K Upside Down - Magnus Ludvigsson
Castle Festivities - Bonnie Grace
Blooming Meadows - Arden Forest
The Long Walk - Jamie Norwood
Dark Taupe - Arden Forest
On The Train To Paris - Many Moons Ago
African Violet - Arden Forest
Lilywhite - Candelion
True Self - Jon Björk
That Rainy Day - Wendy Marcini
By the Fire - George's Town
Landrasdream courtesy of Jason Shaw at Audionautix
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OUR STORY SO FAR
We are Ellie and Graham.
We travel the UK in Merlin with our three little dogs, Maya, Luna and Jazz.
We are Wizard in the Wild.
Our love of the great outdoors combined with Ellie’s post-cancer complications means our home on wheels with creature comforts is a perfect solution. A great way to explore nature on good days and a cosy little bolt-hole for the others.
We bought Merlin in 2021 after six years of travel in our motor home Merv.
Whilst we enjoyed our adventures in Merv, we wanted something smaller and more nimble, so we could explore those tucked away places off the beaten track. Hence Merlin.
Initially we only used campsites, but as time goes on we are going off-grid more regularly and really loving it.
The aim of the channel is to reveal the true beauty of nature whatever the weather! We also feel it’s important to show the reality of van life, and not just the good bits when the sun is shining.
Whatever the weather, our motto is to just get out in nature. It’s good for the soul!
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Відео

FIGHTING SUGAR SPIKES - FUTURE PLANS FOR CHANNEL
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Ellie and Graham talk about fighting Diabetes and moving forward with the channel. We also show a few clips from our current trip 00:00 Intro 00:18 Discussion from Bute 07:31 Hoddom CV Owners group 13:40 Facebook group 14:17 Clips and end sequence If you would like to buy us a coffee follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd If you want to buy Jazz, Luna or Maya a treat follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc...
TIME FOR A VERY DIFFICULT DECISION - WE DIDN'T WANT THIS
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We have very difficult decision to make. As we look around the gorgeous Lacock Abbey we make a decision that we really didn't wamt to. 00:00 Start sequence 00:29 Announcement 09:24 Lacock Abbey 11:39 Fox Talbot 13:10 Cafe 14:11 Pub 14:55 End sequence If you would like to buy us a coffee follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd If you want to buy Jazz, Luna or Maya a treat follow this link 🐕 🟡 ...
SOME GREAT THINGS TO DO AROUND HERE - DA MEETUP
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There are some great things to do around here and today we look at the hertitage railway and big pit. We also meet in the pub restaurant with friends. this is day 2 of the meetup. 00:00 Start Sequence 00:36 Garn Lakes and the coal pits 04:26 Lunch 05:15 A very wet walk and steam trains 09:40 Big Pit 11:11 Whistle Inn 11:54 Next morning 14:53 Drone meets train 18:42 End sequence If you would lik...
TOO WIDE FOR THIS OLD BRIDGE - CAN'T TURN ROUND!
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We are headed to a DA meetup where we are seeing folks we know. It's a pubstop/campsite, but the journey there was not as we expected! A bridge we cross is too narrow for Merlin technically! 00:00 Start titles 00:38 the bridge 04:34 The drive 10:27 Whistle Inn 15:33 Meeting folks 16:33 End sequence If you would like to buy us a coffee follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd If you want to buy...
MISSING VLOG - AND WHO WON THE COMPETITION
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Todays video explains why there is no vlog today as well as giving you the result of last weeks competition. And the winner is......... If you would like to buy us a coffee follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd If you want to buy Jazz, Luna or Maya a treat follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd Wizard in the Wild ua-cam.com/video/eGnVktMWS_0/v-deo.html Join our facebook Group Wizard in t...
Creating Mouthwatering Treats: A Step-by-step Guide
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In this video Ellie will show you how to make this delicious date and chocolate treat. 00:00 Start intro 01:16 preparing the dates 03:56 Melting the Chocolate 04:15 Covering the dates 06:31 Tasting 08:01 End sequence If you would like to buy us a coffee follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd If you want to buy Jazz, Luna or Maya a treat follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd Wizard in the...
BACK IN THE WILD - CAN WE FIND IT
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After Piccadilly we are back to the Brecon Beacons. Also in the episode there is a mini competition for you to enter. Join us as we relax and enjoy this beautiful place and Graham is searching for something. 00:00 Start intro 00:35 Competition 00:51 Back in Wales 02:28 Campervan life 07:04 Evening stroll 09:31 Evening in the van 11:16 Far to early next day 17:23 Hunt for Bacon Roll 17:50 Carri ...
STOP KICKING STONES AT CARS - PARENTS JUST LET THEM !
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On the second day at Piccaddily we walk into Lacock and find Harry Potter film locations and pop into the Red lion pub. It's a full on day with quite a lot goinng on. 00:00 Start intro 00:35 Doggy maintenance 02:17 Into Lacock 03:19 Red Lion 04:05 Naughty children 04:35 Stables Cafe 04:59 Films in Lacock 06:29 The streets 07:26 The pubs and Stall on the wall 09:21 The A350 ! 09:56 Back at the v...
ABORT WILD CAMP PLANS RUINED - URBAN PARKUP NEEDED
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Into our first day in the wilds of Wales we get a call. Abort Wild camp.That changes everything. We have to find an Urban parkup. LINK TO ATTACK VIDEO ua-cam.com/video/098J6El9Tmo/v-deo.htmlsi=43WqWobjm99rYSkQ 00:00 Intro 00:24 Why the plan change 02:23 Surrey overnight 03:21 Lacock 10:23 Whats she cooking up 16:59 Whats it taste like 18:46 Mini Drone sequence 19:45 Next time If you would like ...
PERFECT WILDCAMP (ALMOST) - WE HAVE TO LEAVE
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After leaving Brecon we find Wildcamps that are perfect but we are unable to use them. Find out why in this episode. We also discover the beautiful Lake Brianne and Sugar loaf hill. Join us and relax! 00:00 Start 01:04 Wher to now 01:47 Llyn Brianne 04:23 Nice spots to stay 05:48 Sugar Loaf 09:19 Drone 11:04 New series alert and preview 13:32 Back to sugar loaf 16:18 Coming back 17:22 End seq I...
WHEN THINGS DON'T GO TO PLAN - GRAHAM TELLS THE TRUTH
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Is Graham's brutal honesty too much? Plus we meet up with unexpected subscribers and find out what Jazz gets upto behind the scenes when we film. 00:00 Start Title 00:13 Look ok here 01:12 I couldn't not tell you this 04:44 A car that moves! 06:17 Meeting subscribers 07:19 Jazz 08:22 Licking the hand and end seq If you would like to buy us a coffee follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd If y...
THE VLOG THAT NEARLY DIDN'T HAPPEN ! - VAN LIFE BRECON BEACONS
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We've headed out for a few days, initially into the Brecon Beacons. Join us to find out what we get up to. 00:00 Start intro 00:42 E&G1 04:52 Brecon Beacons 06:36 Drone 07:07 the walk 11:17 Storm and drive away 12:28 E&G2 13:02 End sequence If you would like to buy us a coffee follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd If you want to buy Jazz, Luna or Maya a treat follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/g...
RUNNING OUT OF ELECTRICITY IN A HEATWAVE
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We visit the New Forest in a heatwave. Setthorns in the New forest is set in acres of pines and oaks. We've got 4 nights here but will the electric last. 00:00 Start intro 00:35 Where are we. Getting here 02:47 First sight of forest 03:00 Day 2 09:33 Sway village and a pub 14:29 Day 3 19:37 Powe issue developing 20:42 Making a Hook up lead 24:40 Day 4 28:12 Day 5 plus ponies drone 32:20 End seq...
IS DRIVING LIKE THIS A RECIPE FOR DISASTER - ALL I WANTED WAS A BISCUIT !
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Ferry day today. Up early as the ferry is 6am. Sadly we are leaving the outer Hebrides but there is plenty to see in this final vlog of the series. Will we ever return? 00:00 Start sequence 00:39 Hello 04:42 Getting on Ferry 14:05 Oban 18:04 Falls of Falloch 20:14 Glencaple 23:25 Favorite places 27:54 End sequence If you would like to buy us a coffee follow this link 🐕 🟡 bmc.link/grahamhardd If...
WHEN YOUR NEIGHBOUR IS A RIGHT COW - WILD CAMP RISKS
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WHEN YOUR NEIGHBOUR IS A RIGHT COW - WILD CAMP RISKS
VATERSAY DISASTER - WHAT REALLY HAPPENED
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VATERSAY DISASTER - WHAT REALLY HAPPENED
IS BREAKFAST FOR SHARING? - GIVING AWAY BACON
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IS BREAKFAST FOR SHARING? - GIVING AWAY BACON
ISLE OF BARRA BUCKET LIST - VAN LIFE
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ISLE OF BARRA BUCKET LIST - VAN LIFE
SEA CROSSING SEA SPRAY AND SEE THE SIGHTS - DEFINITELY BUMPY CROSSING
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SEA CROSSING SEA SPRAY AND SEE THE SIGHTS - DEFINITELY BUMPY CROSSING
MAXIMISING YOUR CAMPERVAN BATTERY LIFESPAN: HOW TO
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MAXIMISING YOUR CAMPERVAN BATTERY LIFESPAN: HOW TO
AMAZING FREE AIRE ON ERISKAY - CAMPERVAN LIFE
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AMAZING FREE AIRE ON ERISKAY - CAMPERVAN LIFE
DISCOVERING THE PERFECT BEACHFRONT PARADISE
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DISCOVERING THE PERFECT BEACHFRONT PARADISE
WILDCAMP FAIL! DON'T SETTLE - FIND THE PERFECT SPOT INSTEAD!
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WILDCAMP FAIL! DON'T SETTLE - FIND THE PERFECT SPOT INSTEAD!
RSPB OFF GRID PARKUP - SECRETS OF THE HILL BUILDINGS
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RSPB OFF GRID PARKUP - SECRETS OF THE HILL BUILDINGS
EXPLORING THE HIDDEN BEAUTIES OF THE WESTERN ISLES - AND THAT WILDCAMP!
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EXPLORING THE HIDDEN BEAUTIES OF THE WESTERN ISLES - AND THAT WILDCAMP!
WHERE IS THAT PESKY BEAR? - AND A BEAUTIFUL WILD CAMP
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WHERE IS THAT PESKY BEAR? - AND A BEAUTIFUL WILD CAMP
WE'LL BE HONEST! IF WE DON'T LIKE IT, YOU'LL KNOW!
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WE'LL BE HONEST! IF WE DON'T LIKE IT, YOU'LL KNOW!
FERRY RIDE TO BERNERAY ISLAND: UNCOVERING ITS ROYAL LINKS!
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FERRY RIDE TO BERNERAY ISLAND: UNCOVERING ITS ROYAL LINKS!
POWER BANK JUMP STARTER - WHICH ONE DID I GET?
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POWER BANK JUMP STARTER - WHICH ONE DID I GET?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @johnmartin4316
    @johnmartin4316 8 днів тому

    30 amp fuses and 10 amp wires??????

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild 5 днів тому

      I don’t think that’s correct. That wouldn’t be safe.

  • @karlospappy8908
    @karlospappy8908 28 днів тому

    All I can say is best of luck to you both in the future and hope everything works out. Cheers K.

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild 26 днів тому

      Thanks Karl. I hope your travels in Spain are working out well for you and you’ve been able to avoid some of the rain we hear about. I’m sure it’s mostly sunny ☀️. Had a good period of weather here in South Wales actually. Drive carefully. 🚐🙏🧙‍♂️

  • @Threadexpress
    @Threadexpress 29 днів тому

    Good to see you again! 😊

  • @59fray19
    @59fray19 Місяць тому

    Appreciate your update, thank you very much. Keep up the good work, Graham, with the loss of every gramm you will feel better. 👍Well done. 👍 I am sorry for your not so good news, dear Ellie, I can comprehend your situation so well, because I'm in a similar position. Early menopause (in my case), thin stature, within two years two rounds of chemotherapy (actually third to last infusion), so osteoporosis is always a topic. But I resist with indoor rowing for many years, yoga like you do and keep moving almost every day. Working out with weights is the only thing I additionally should do, but my goog old, worn joints ... ☺ But we can make it, Ellie, I'm convinced! Wish you all the best, take care, Gabriela 👋🌝

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Gabriela. What an inspiration you are ❤️ keep up the good work! It sounds like you are doing everything you can to keep your bones healthy. Our ‘bone’ journeys sound very similar. I’ve always been fairly thin, and had lots of chemo like you. I’m reading up on everything I can, with a view to making some sort of plan. Then I can just implement it ( ha ha) I have started doing a few weights ( at home. Nothing too heavy) plus physio, plus yoga and walking. Diet may need modifying. Haven’t tried rowing though. Takes a lot of time doing all this stuff though doesn’t it? I’m sure it will be worth it! Take care of yourself ❤️😊👍

  • @getawaygeese
    @getawaygeese Місяць тому

    Thanks for the update and hope and wish you well on the treatment ….. well done Graham on weight loss - that’s a ‘turkey’ you have lost - amazing Keep trucking guys and enjoy your travels

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thanks both ❤️Once we have a plan it will all become a lot easier. Take care and safe travels ❤️😊👍

  • @YvetteWINSTONE-bl8jr
    @YvetteWINSTONE-bl8jr Місяць тому

    Puddle jumping at any age is joyous xxx

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Isn’t it just?😉 love seeing the world through her eyes too ❤️😊👍

  • @YvetteWINSTONE-bl8jr
    @YvetteWINSTONE-bl8jr Місяць тому

    So sorry to hear about Ellie's decision but I'm sure you'll make the right one for you. Well done Graham on your weight lost. Glad to hear doggies are doing ok please give them extra cuddles xxx Looking forward to your next vlog xxxx

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Yvette. Thank you for your kind wishes ❤️. Hope you’re doing Ok. The doggies enjoyed their cuddles !🐶🐶🐶. Have a lovely weekend ❤️😊👍

  • @andrewdarkes4388
    @andrewdarkes4388 Місяць тому

    Thank you for updating us. Graham has done so well. Sorry to hear Ellie that you've had some not so good news, but you are so positive that i think that will hopefully help you as well as medication. Sending my very best wishes to you both

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Andrew. Thanks for your kind comment ❤️. We are getting there. Once things settle down and we have a proper plan it will get easier ❤️😊👍

  • @alisonsamet2570
    @alisonsamet2570 Місяць тому

    Ellie have you heard of MBST? It might be something you wish to explore. I have similar medical issues. I am very much against medications because they often bring with them unpleasant side effects. Sadly MBST is not available on the NHS

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Alison. I haven’t ( though randomly I’ve just bought a book on magnet therapy🤣) it sounds fascinating. Do you know if they have run many trials on the effectiveness? I love the idea of therapies such as these. Far more gentle with far less side effects. I was lucky to get a few sessions of acupuncture on the NHS for pain management a year or so ago. Game changer. Just wish I could get more sessions. Take care 😊👍❤️

    • @alisonsamet2570
      @alisonsamet2570 Місяць тому

      @ My physio introduced MBST into the UK quite a few years ago and many have benefitted including myself. It’s not permanent and needs topping up as necessary. Sadly it’s expensive (keeps me mobile so I bite the bullet) but there are a lot more centres now in the UK.

  • @richardayres2949
    @richardayres2949 Місяць тому

    Hi Ellie. I have taken steroids for many many years (over 40 years) and have also taken Alendonic acid for around 15 years with a couple of holidays which is what is recommended. Like any drug there are side effects but so far touch I have been fine on it and importantly it has protected my bones.

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Richard. Thank you❤️. So pleased to hear that you are doing well on both steroids and Alendronic acid. Especially after all this time. Sounds like the medication is working really well for you👍. Take care ❤️👍😊

  • @stevecarter8846
    @stevecarter8846 Місяць тому

    Sorry to hear of your health Ellie and I hope that everything goes well for you, and well done Graham on your weight loss, fingers crossed for positive results ❤

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Steve. Thank you ❤️. Once we have a plan things will get better. Just a bit overwhelming at the moment. Take care ❤️👍😊

  • @julieaustin3305
    @julieaustin3305 Місяць тому

    🤍

  • @grapesodatravels
    @grapesodatravels Місяць тому

    Well done on your positivity. That goes a long way in helping you stay well. Hope you get some great additional advice on the infusion, Ellie. Stay well! N&Nx

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thanks both❤️100% with you on the positivity. Just try to take things one day at a time. We do miss having time to edit/film as much as we try to get our heads round it. But we will get there. Safe travels ❤️👍😊

  • @sophialoo3104
    @sophialoo3104 Місяць тому

    Thanks for the update and praying that Graham’s results, Ellie’s medication and the fur gals will be alright. Jazz is definitely telling you that she is happy and excited since her cute tail doesn’t stop wagging. My maltipoo is also like that when she gets excited or happy. Take care and stay positive. With a positive attitude, good health will come!

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thanks Sophia ❤️. Staying positive is definitely key! Jazzy is such a little optimist who always makes us smile despite all her health issues. Such a good example of positivity 😉We will get there. Take care ❤️👍😊

  • @KevinMcIndo
    @KevinMcIndo Місяць тому

    Thank you for the update. Graham is doing so well with his diet. Are you following a specific publicised diet or have you just cut down on stuff?

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Kevin. Thanks for commenting. Basically two things. Or three if you count I normally don’t eat breakfast now. Portion control is very important and I’ve got used to smaller portions now but the main thing is I try not to consume too much sugar. Sugar will drastically affect my diabetes so that is the main thing I avoid. Not all the time but mostly. It’s a slow process but I am getting there. Hope things are good with you. 🚐🙏🧙‍♂️🐶🐶🐶

  • @Lyn452
    @Lyn452 Місяць тому

    Sorry to hear of your osteoporosis issues Ellie. I am in much the same dilemma having worrying levels of osteoporosis in the spine and being reluctant to take the medications or have the recommended six monthly injections as I too can react badly to prescription drugs. My husband has severe osteoporosis and some years ago was given yearly infusions which had to be discontinued as he developed severe joint and muscle pain. He has started the six monthly injections and so far has had no adverse side effects. I will be interested to hear what you decide to do. Glad to hear that Graham is going well with his diabetes journey.🙏🏻💕

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Lyn. Thank you ❤️. Yes Graham is doing pretty well. It’s helping us both to eat more healthily. Just hope we can keep it up! Fully appreciate your dilemma with the injections and really sorry to hear that we are both in the same boat. ( though really so pleased to hear that your husband is doing well on the new medication so far 🤞👍) I’m gathering all the information I can at the moment before I decide either way (my first injection isn’t for a few months) I’ve bought loads of books and I’m also seeking advice on diet, supplements and exercise. It’s very hard to know what to do for the best isn’t it? Hoping I will come to a conclusion in time. Take care ❤️👍😊

  • @emmamorgan7171
    @emmamorgan7171 Місяць тому

    Lovely to see you enjoying the sunshine and sorry Ellie to hear your news. I'm sure you will make the right decision that is best for you. Well done Graham on your weight loss - huge achievement. Miss your videos but appreciate the update. Btw I'm enjoying the sunshine as I'm currently in Australia - weather is a bit different to that of the Outer Hebrides! :)

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Yes I bet the weather is in stark contrast to OH. Thanks for your kind message and hopefully we will be back to normal in the near future. Stay safe on your travels. 🚐🧙‍♂️🐶🐶🐶🙏👍

  • @Wheres_wanda_wandering
    @Wheres_wanda_wandering Місяць тому

    Well done Graham on the weight loss. Sorry to hear about you Ellie and I hope that you make a decision that you are happy with. Jazz is such a sweetie. The joy of watching children enjoy themselves in nature is something money can’t buy. Loved Grahams ending sequence. Take care Gill

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thanks Gill❤️. The drum sequence was 👌🏼wasn’t it 🤣? Hope you are well. Graham is doing very well so far. The tricky bit is going to be handling Christmas as we both love sweets and chocolate 😬 I’ve resisted mince pies so far. ( unheard of 🤣Usually as soon as they hit the shelves I’m eating them! ) take care ❤️😊👍

  • @LeisureBit
    @LeisureBit Місяць тому

    Firstly nice to hear from you both again. Well done Graham that’s brilliant, Sorry to hear your news Ellie - sounds like a difficult decision for you. Look forward to your videos when you are ready. Love to you both and the doggies of course, David & Rachel ❤

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thank you both and lovely Roxy ❤️. Hope you are well. It does feel like there’s rather a lot going on at the moment! We do miss having more time for filming and editing and also for catching up properly with everyone. Do take care both ❤️👍😊

  • @ruthkirby9277
    @ruthkirby9277 Місяць тому

    My word you do have a lot going on. I hope you can find something Ellie that you can tolerate to address the osteoporosis 🙏🏽🤞🏼🙏🏽. Had a bit of a wake up call myself last week and as a retired nurse I should know better….life eh and the joys of ageing 🙄. But Graham you are doing brilliantly, so impressed. Wishing you both and the wee doggies all the best x

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hope you’re doing OK Ruth and that whatever it is isn’t too serious and can be sorted❤️🤞I think we know what we need to do (mostly). But it’s so hard doing it!!! Do take care of yourself ❤️😊👍

  • @8765ber
    @8765ber Місяць тому

    It was lovely to see you both .Jazz is gorgeous, such a lovely character ,both of you take care 😊X

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thank you so much. Appreciate you saying that. Hopefully we will be back to normal very soon. 😎🚐🧙‍♂️🐶🐶🐶

  • @Tugga74
    @Tugga74 Місяць тому

    I had to take Alendronic Acid for 3 years for Osteopenia and Calcium D3 and it’s caused me gut problems in the form of Acid Reflux so I am now on Esomeprazole 40mg. I’m afraid you need to do impact exercises to keep your bones strong (or so I was told) so join a gym Ellie 👍 Cheryl x

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Cheryl. Thanks for your comments ❤️. It’s a bit of a bugger when taking one medicine causes something else isn’t it? Some people are fine and it seems to hit others harder. Hope you’re doing OK🤞. Take care ❤️👍😊

  • @LifeistooshortCK
    @LifeistooshortCK Місяць тому

    Well done on the weight loss, Graham, you’ll have that diabetes reversed in no time 👍 Sorry to hear your news, Ellie. Hope you find a treatment solution that is best for you. Good to see you both smiling and we look forward to watching your next adventure. Take care ❤

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi both. Hope you’re doing well too Ken🤞. We are rather behind with UA-cam at the moment as you know. Look forward to catching up! Take care and safe travels ❤️👍😊

  • @andrewjackson3761
    @andrewjackson3761 Місяць тому

    as a man who is extrealy ill and didnt rearlly have a choice but siilar to you i was on high dose steroids for many year's but while sitting down i placed my hand in my pocket and bang i fractured my spine and i cant describe the pain was so intense , its called a pathological fracture when you have a fracture without any accident . i have been on alondronic acid for 5 years and i wouldnt change things but it is a nasty drug basically you can not receive any dental treatent and your teeth will start falling apart , hope all the best for you both and your the only one who can decide

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Andrew. We were so sorry to hear about what’s happened to you. Must have been incredibly painful. It sounds as though the medicine is helping your bones but not without some issues. Some folks seem fine on it don’t they? , but it’s clearly not always the case. Do take care of yourself ❤️😊👍🤞

  • @thecollieroos
    @thecollieroos Місяць тому

    Thanks for the update. Ellie you are so positive and upbeat. You inspire us all to keep our glasses half full rather than half empty. Stay safe and take it easy. ❤❤❤❤

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi both. Thank you for your lovely comment❤️. We will get there! Safe travels ❤️👍😊

  • @isobelgibbons3053
    @isobelgibbons3053 Місяць тому

    Nice to see you again. You do seem to get good medical care .xxxx

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Yes we are very lucky with the care that we’ve had. There is a lot of criticism of Our NHS but we have been incredibly lucky. Thanks for watching and commenting 🙏👍 xxx

  • @johnreynolds5103
    @johnreynolds5103 Місяць тому

    Jesus H Christ. xxxxxxx to you both

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thanks ❤️. Sure all will be well. Take care ❤️👍😊

  • @catford31
    @catford31 Місяць тому

    Thanks for the update! ❤️ Health is always most important

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thanks Cat. She does well really doesn’t she ❤️🚐🧙‍♂️ xx

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Always ❤️. Thanks Cat ❤️😊👍

  • @Panzerman1951
    @Panzerman1951 Місяць тому

    Hi guys, sorry to hear your health news! Hopefully everything will resolve itself! Fully understand Ellie's apprehension about certain meds. I had a really bad reaction to the Shingles vacination but nothing from the Covid. Hope Graham's diabetic journey continues to be positive. I suffer from arthritis so managed things around it. Sadly, two weeks ago I badly strained my Trapezius muscle which went into spasm and I ended up in hospital. As a result I am unable to drive the van atm which us frustrating! Thankfully the strong pain meds and physiotherapy are helping. Oh the joys of getting older!😂 Hope things continue to improve for you both. Stay safe. Sid and Nicola, Rugby

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Sid and Nicola. Thanks for your lovely comments. Hope you continue to improve Sid. Those physios know what they are doing😉. Also hope the arthritis isn’t too bad. 🤞 The first Shingles jab was by far the worst for me too. But the shingles booster was fine. No side effects at all. Many people are perfectly fine with it. Odd how our immune systems work! As you say, the joys of getting older. Do take care both of you ❤️👍😊

  • @NBNatureTrailvan
    @NBNatureTrailvan Місяць тому

    Gosh it’s so difficult and must be taking up so much time on top of everything else. So sorry to hear your news Ellie. But you alway seem so positive so just keep going and hopefully the decision will come to you over time. And well Graham for the weight loss - that’s some achievement!! I really do need to do something about mine soon. The RSPB is a strange one - we were members but always found the reserves were rammed. So now belong to the Wildlife Trusts as our local reserve is one. Love that crazy Cozy Powell sequence again 😃😃 Stay safe and stay as well as poss you two.

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thank you both. Your lovely comments really help us ❤️. Graham has found the weight loss ok so far. Just slower than he would like 😉I’m busy doing all the research I can about my bones before making a decision 😬 . Luckily Merlin is a great motivator to stay as fit and active as possible! Take care and safe travels ❤️😊👍

  • @DesmondsDonders
    @DesmondsDonders Місяць тому

    Thanks for the update. Well done on the weight loss, I am at 15kg for the year and a lot more needs to go. Sorry to hear your news Ellie hope they can come up with something that works, I have an on off relationship with the RSPB currently not a member due to height barriers when we were last down south. Take care stay safe.

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi both. Thanks for commenting ❤️Well done losing 15kg! Keep up the good work. Takes time doesn’t it? Our RSPB membership pack has finally arrived 🤣. Only taken 6 years! If I wasn’t a crazy bird lady I would have cancelled years ago 😉. Take care both of you 👍❤️😊

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi David. Well done you as well on the 15kg. It can be a hard slog. I’m trying to change for the long term and hopefully it will work. I have to say I do feel a lot better. Yes I saw one of your vlogs where you were talking about it. Bunging in height barriers to stop folks who are self contained is madness. Hope you are both good. Take care yourself. 🙏🥰🧙‍♂️🐟

  • @Kermit-Si
    @Kermit-Si Місяць тому

    Hi guys, thanks for the update. Graham, well done mate, your looking good. Ellie, difficult decision for you, but I'm sure your make the right one. I have a bone scan every few years because I've been taking steroids on and off for years for Asthma/COPD. Luckily, my bones are OK. My specialist is trying to keep me off the steroids. I'm now using an injection every four weeks, Mepolizumab. Time will tell 🤞 Anyway, have you warned Phil Collins about his competition on the drums 🥁 Both take care 👍🐸

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Simon. Thanks for your lovely comments ❤️ Graham’s doing OK 👌🏼 isn’t he? So far he’s found the weight loss not too bad. Just a bit slower than he’d like🤣. Sounds like you know all about steroids! So pleased to hear you are being well looked after by your specialist and that your bones are OK. Hope the new meds really help you too🤞. It’s encouraging to see new medicines coming through all the time. Take care Simon xx😊❤️👍

  • @Warnz60
    @Warnz60 Місяць тому

    Health decisions are so difficult. I now do serious research into any drugs. The one you mentioned I believe can give you mouth cancer. It was one of the reasons I refused chemo this time. It worries me just how high a risk many drugs are these days. I am sure with plenty of research and some searches on UA-cam you can come to a wise decision. I wish you well.

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Warnz60. Thank you for your kind comments ❤️. I know that many people are perfectly OK with the medicine. I guess it depends on the individual doesn’t it? But once you have certain health complications it’s really important to think really carefully about your own position going forward . Definitely not straightforward! We wish you well! ❤️🙏. Do take care of yourself ❤️👍😊

  • @MelG-ut3hs
    @MelG-ut3hs Місяць тому

    Well done Graham for losing weight. You look alot healthier now. I have also lost over a stone without a drastic diet and feel alot better for it.

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Mel. Well done you👏! That’s amazing. Keep up the good work. It’s amazing the difference it makes. Thanks for your kind comments ❤️😊👍

  • @chrissycanvasart
    @chrissycanvasart Місяць тому

    Awe, hope you can come to a decision about your health Ellie. I totally get it with the immune system 😮 but do what YOU feel best love. As for gray he's looking very trim and handsome 🤭😁 keep going guys. Till we meet again all our love 🥰💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚐🩷

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Chrissy. Aw thank you for your lovely comments❤️. You know where we’re coming from 🥰. Would love to meet up with you again. Hugs to you both ❤️👍😊

    • @chrissycanvasart
      @chrissycanvasart Місяць тому

      @Wizardinthewild 🥰🩷💙

  • @timw2973
    @timw2973 Місяць тому

    Thanks for the update, yes miss the vlogs but your health and wellbeing are the most important thing. Hope things improve 🙏. Glad to hear the 🐕's are doing reasonable - definitely know the feeling. Take care and catch up soon 👍

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Tim and Rachel. You certainly do know the feeling ❤️We are doing OK thanks. Just pacing ourselves much more. Thanks for your kind comments. Take care both x😊👍❤️

  • @Yvonneb_
    @Yvonneb_ Місяць тому

    I had the flu jab when it first came out I was so ill, I said never again. I had the first 2 covid vaccines, the first was fine the 2nd changed my life, I've not been able to work due to light-headedness and memory issues. My Dr's no help and puts it down to anxiety. Xx Very good Graham xx

    • @chrissycanvasart
      @chrissycanvasart Місяць тому

      That's awful 😖 what are these doctors doing? Hope all be ok in the long term.

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Yvonne. That’s awful. You poor lady. There were so many Covid vaccines weren’t there? So sorry to hear of your experience with the Covid and also flu jab. Often subsequent vaccines are better but I guess it’s not a given is it? Really hope you will improve in time. Take care of yourself ❤️🙏

  • @YvetteWINSTONE-bl8jr
    @YvetteWINSTONE-bl8jr Місяць тому

    Have missed your vlogs and I'm really pleased to see you are all doing so well. Looking forward to seeing how you progress xxx

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Yvette. Thanks for your kind comment ❤️. We’ve missed everyone too! We will be in touch again before too long😉. Take care ❤️😊👍

  • @victoriafayhard4734
    @victoriafayhard4734 Місяць тому

    Glad you’re getting on top of your diabetes uncle Graham. We’ve been camping before so I understand what you say about convenience foods I have to say Through a Greggs sausage and bean pasty is my go to carry on all your good work and exercising and you will get through it. Eat less processed food and you will smash it

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Victoria. Thanks for your comments❤️. It’s certainly a slow old process. Resisting Greggs is certainly a bit of a challenge when on the road 😉. Processed food is so easy and convenient! ( and tasty!) Hope you’re well ❤️👍😊

  • @michaelmartin200
    @michaelmartin200 Місяць тому

    Thank you for the updates,so glad you both OK,I know you have had some struggles hope you both be back to full heath really soon. Yes we have all missed you both and doggies but your heath must come first sorry doggies been poorly hope they soon be fully recovered,thank you for the update your all in my prayers and thoughts. God bless you all .love Michael uk care home resident xx

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thank you Michael. Good to hear from you. The break has certainly helped us we feel much better about things. The dogs do seem much better at the moment thank goodness. Things have improved. Hopefully back to normal soon. 🚐🧙‍♂️🙏👍

  • @julieaustin3305
    @julieaustin3305 Місяць тому

    Nice to hear it’s all going well 🙏🇦🇺🤍

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thank you Julie. It’s certainly helped us. 🐶🐶🐶🙏👍🚐🧙‍♂️

  • @8765ber
    @8765ber Місяць тому

    It's lovely to see you both and keep up the good work. Enjoy Scotland 😊X

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thanks very much. The break has certainly helped us. 🧙‍♂️🚐🙏👍

  • @getawaygeese
    @getawaygeese Місяць тому

    Nice to see you on screen and travelling again - looks like a good break to sort things out and that was the right priority - great weight loss and I know how good that feels - I list 1.5 stone on Keto recently although not a long term diet Stay safe and enjoy Scotland

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Well done on your weight loss. It’s always a struggle to lose weight but I am quite motivated at the moment. Long may it continue. Hope you are both keeping well. We need to get back in the grove and get up to date with your vlogs. Take care guys 🚐🧙‍♂️👍🙏

  • @lyndaburrzz9303
    @lyndaburrzz9303 Місяць тому

    Good to hear you are all ok. Have you seen ‘Mastering Diabetes’ by Cyrus Khambatta? He also has a UA-cam channel. This is a fully plant based approach.

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      @@lyndaburrzz9303 hi Lynda that sounds amazing! Not heard of him but will definitely take a look! Love that it’s plant based. Thank you ❤️👍😊

  • @isobelgibbons3053
    @isobelgibbons3053 Місяць тому

    Good to see you are doing o.k. and the dogs. Xxx

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thank you Isobel. Appreciate your support. Xxx🚐🧙‍♂️👍

  • @sophialoo3104
    @sophialoo3104 Місяць тому

    So glad to see hoomans and furkids looking and doing well. Please continue to take care of yourselves first, enjoy yourselves and don’t worry about editing and posting videos. Graham looks great with his weight loss. I am also one that advocates diet and exercises over medication. Looking at Grahams, I should restart my weekly walking too!

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi Sophia. Thanks ❤️ He’s pretty determined to avoid the meds if he can. I have my fingers and toes crossed. Takes a bit of discipline doesn’t it? We do have a treat each day ( usually a chocolate covered date😉) He’s got blood tests coming up soon. Really hope he’s done enough🤞. Walking lots really does seem to help. Take care 😉👍❤️

  • @Anna-ib3xb
    @Anna-ib3xb Місяць тому

    You both look relaxed on your wonderful trip so fingers crossed the whole holiday went well and that the girls enjoyed it too once the nasty cold bug disappeared bless them….. Re meals: One thing we like to do in the van when we set off is take a cooked chicken (free range form m&s are tasty) with us (no good for you Ellie sorry but to give Graham a meat fix?) but it’s versatile as you can heat is up and have some with veg (or chips😋) one night, have it cold it’s a salad another, use a little in a stir fry with lots of veg and cashew nuts etc etc. Of course stir fries are good as you’re only using a wok and can just have veg and nuts in it for you Ellie? Other meals we take frozen like ratatouille as that can be enjoyed with pasta, with a sausage cut up, with a jacket potato, it could be spiced up by adding a little chilli sauce too. Making things ahead and freezing them then utilising the freezer compartment of our fridge works for us and as a lot of our meals are veggie we worry less about them. Anne makes some lovely aromatic curries with butter beans, chickpeas, even mushrooms work well. They don’t take too long to cook in the van if we are away for a while and can’t take everything pre made! Hope those ideas are useful! Well done Graham, a stone is a lot to lose. You’ve done really well. Take care all and we look forward to seeing some of the summer sun in the winter as you say. Big hugs to the girls. Best wishes Anna, Anne & Sasha xxx🚐🐶🐶🐶🐶☀️👍🥾🍻😋💕💕💕

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Hi both. Thanks for your lovely comment and for all the brilliant ideas!❤️. Love the idea of cooking a simple base recipe and adding some different things to use it for different meals. I often batch cook at home ( curries/chillies etc) so maybe I need to do extra for Merlin. Love the sound of those veggie curries. Yummy. Quite a learning curve. Though we definitely want to eat better not just for now but always. So well worth the effort. Thanks again. Take care ❤️👍😉🐶🐶🐶

  • @59fray19
    @59fray19 Місяць тому

    Thank you very much for the update, it's good to see, that things are not too bad. Walking (and a reasonable diet, of course) is key for any therapies, so move on with the good work. 👍 Whish you and your four legged sweethearts all the best and wellbeing. Sincerely, Gabriela ☀️👋

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thank you Gabriela. Yes walking is my main exercise but I also like cycling. I guess as much as I can do will be good. Totally aware that it’s a lifestyle change that I need to thanks for all your support. It helps a lot. 🧙‍♂️🚐👍🧙‍♂️

  • @davidcowley1823
    @davidcowley1823 Місяць тому

    Thankyou for the update. Don't be concerned about the lack of videos. As we all know, our health is more important. Take care both of you. 😊

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thanks for your kind words David. Hopefully some proper vlogs before Christmas. 🚐🧙‍♂️👍🙏

  • @Lyn452
    @Lyn452 Місяць тому

    Thank you for the update, it is lovely to see you both again and looking well. A doctor once said to me that no matter what changes you make to your diet, you have to make sure that you still enjoy your food. Take care 💕

    • @Wizardinthewild
      @Wizardinthewild Місяць тому

      Thanks Lyn❤️. That’s such sound advice. No diet is sustainable if it doesn’t taste good. Impossible to stick to! We are hoping that a big de- junk and portion control will make a big difference 🤞. Take care ❤️😊👍