I’m so glad you’re feeling rested, and that you actually stopped long enough to figure out some priorities. You’re worth whatever time that takes! We’ll all just be patiently waiting to see you, whenever you’re ready. Thanks for sharing what’s going on! Love ya!
Thank you! I do feel so much better and feel like I've got a solid path forward from here. It only makes it that much better knowing you'll all be here too =D
You look good Jay. . . . and I don't just mean physically. I'm glad you've finally done this and I hope it sticks. There is so much JAY content out there that anybody looking for more has got some serious binging to do before they can really get around to twiddling their thumbs and those of us that have been around since the mattress on the floor, eating when you got bike tips days well. . .we're not going anywhere and it's great to see you look so good.
You know what's up =D Thank you for being here for so long and always being so kind. I'm taking more time to recognize just how far I've come and it's always a treat to get some throwbacks to the old demi-baguette-floor-sleep-life because it puts things into such wonderful perspective.
Jay, we missed you. But glad to hear that you spent the time away taking care of yourself. We, your loyal fans, forget sometimes how much time and effort it takes for you to create and share your vlogs. We'll be here when you're ready to resume the the journey.
We missed you. We just arrived home after 5 weeks in France, including two in Paris. Jay, your videos and ebook gave us a new perspective we didn’t have before. Thank you. So sorry you have been ailing. Glad you are returning. Life is full of joy, especially in Paris. Your vlogs, your honesty, add to life’s joy.
"I've been taking a lot more naps, which has been great." is a thing that I like to hear Jay say. It's good to see you re-center and re-ground yourself. Gives us time to reflect and find our inner calm as well.
Haha, I'll go take a nap right now in honor of this comment. And thank you Heather! I hope that we can all hit a sweet spot on that journey much sooner than later.
Thanks Jay for being honest and transparent..I’ve been watching your videos and it gives me hope that I can live abroad and make a life somewhere else! Your videos are inspiring! 🙏🏽🇫🇷
Thank you for coming back. I have been a fan for many years and have often thought about you as you have "gone dark" for periods, both recently and before. I like what you are proposing to do. You can always show me Paris, but some times, you can share more friends and experiences as well. Be well, be careful, and be you - you are appreciated.
You sound different. In a good way. I'm very happy for you. I hope you keep making content in a healthy way. You're the reason I went to Paris for the first time a few years ago and I love your perspective.
Thank you Jay, for another great vid. I'm glad you're recovering (from all maladies) and please do continue to take care of yourself. I'll be here to watch your content no matter the 'schedule'.
Yup, still here. Still miss Paris more than I can explain. See you soon Dr Swanson! From astonishingly humid & still weirdly kinda locked down Kinsale! ☘☮🤘🏽🤠👍🏽☮☘
I'm a bit late here - noticed you had "resurfaced" and had kept your vlog in my "watch later" section , as with a special drink you'd keep aside for the right moment. Really good to have you back ! Well done with your therapy and embracing life to the fullest again. Well done with sharing your experience so openly as well.This resonates particularly with me as i went through a bit of a similar rough patch - quite comparable in many ways and at the same time as you. The end of restrictions in the UK ( 3months of continued lockdown earlier this year!) and the return to social life and traveling has had a major impact in bringing me "back to life". I'm in a much better place now as well. Life is good ! Thank you for the inspiration and the good vibes !
Your vlogs have definitely been missed by me…but, then, it is that much sweeter to see this one…which is really a nice balance. Balance is the key to enjoying life, (along with sporadic roller coaster rides, to keep it exciting, lol). Yep…It is really nice to see your work again, and even nicer to know there is more to come! Merci multo, mucho, beaucoup….✨🥳
Missed you Jay, but I'm happy you're taking care of yourself. Looking forward to more videos at a better pace for you! It's like your part of the family! Take care!
Glad you arehealthy and back. Missed seeing your life around Paris. Anyone's health is priority number one. Take care and keep blogging when you want to. Thanks for sharing your life.
I enjoyed this Jay. IM sorry for the burnout but I’m glad you’ve found peace in not needing to be productive. I struggle with that too and it took two spine fusions to learn the value in rest. You’ve really grown in your creative works.
Thanks Tim! Turns out there are a lot of unseen pressures pushing us toward "being productive" instead of just living our lives. I just started reading 4,000 Weeks, a phenomenal book on how we view time in modernity, and it's aligning really well with a lot of my own realizations coming out of burnout. Puts things in perspective. I hope you're doing well!
Hi Jay, I'm delight to see you back in action, in your so called 'natural habitat", doing the things you love doing and what brings you joy. I am in support of what you do and want to thank you for sharing yourself with me/us and for keeping me connected to Paris a city I have frequented and love. Wishing you all the very best with the conclusion of Season 7 and commencing Season 8.
As much as I enjoyed getting spoiled for the past few years with your daily vlogs, I’m glad that you’re taking time for yourself and getting healthy. I can’t wait for the next chapter in your life. Thanks for sharing your experiences and all the best Jay. ✌️
So good to see you back. Because of your Vlogs my husband is finally going to take me to Paris :) I am so excited beyond words LOL. But seriously do take time out for yourself x
Jay! So good to see you. You look so healthy and slim! I'd love to one day join you for a 10k run through the streets of Paris. I think the weekly vlog is a great idea. It's what I've seen most vloggers do. You have not lost your touch, your videos are still fantastic. See you next week. Keep taking good care of yourself.
Breaks and your mental health are important! Don't rush back.. your supporters will always be here. Truly enjoy your content, so if it spontaneous then it is what it is! I actually enjoy looking at all your past videos! Enjoy your life.☺️
Thanks Jay We’re glad you are happy and doing well. Life is really, really exciting and great. Give it all you have. Thanks for being our “friend” in Paris, our fav city
I have missed seeing your new vlogs on my YT home screen, but I also understood the struggles that you were going through - and I am so happy that you have taken some time to recollect and reclaim your life. You were instrumental as a source of information and courage when I visited Paris by myself in 2018 and I will be forever grateful. Just remember that what you do not only has an impact on your viewers lives, but it is also important to make sure you are walking your own path, something I am sure your followers want for you. Well wishes to you Jay :)
Glad you got some rest! One minute, you couldn't smell anything and then, there were no new vids... I was concerned! Glad all is well. Great to see you back!
Yeah! Your videos are so fun to watch, so beautifully made. I couldn't possibly keep up with watching a video a day, so just do what works for you, Jay! I'm a huge fan!
Huge energy shift and I only recently started watching your videos. You are so informative but can also see you’ve found that sweet spot in life. Feeling positive (lighter) while Enjoying your passions is what it’s all about. Share whenever the mood hits you and go with the flow. We are in no rush and you have been super helpful. And happy to know your health recovery went well in all aspects! Rest is the reset button of life. 🍂🤗
Thank you Kendra - I really appreciate that a lot. It's been a strange experience hitting a neutral state - I feel healthier than I ever have (despite pushing through burnout and COVID recovery) - can't wait to share the experience more. Glad you're here!
Jay, Just want to say that you are a legend. I've been watching your videos for ages and day dreaming about a new life. Well you've inspired us to sell everything and move out of the USA to Portugal and to Vlog. Love the vibe in your early videos with DJ quads and did something similar in our videos. And like you I also got covid. So I'm in bed and going to catch up on some of your videos (versailles etc), we are hoping to make it to Paris maybe in early December and see some of these amazing places that we have been watching on your channel for years. Be safe - Michael (tourabunga).
Glad to see you back. A once-a-week vlog sounds about right - an achievable target making it possible to stick to a regular schedule. It's a frequency that a lot of vloggers seem to favour. Pleased to hear you're feeling better and taking care of yourself.
Speaking profound words in beautiful spaces, as well as showing up for your own life needs… welcome back! Thank you for insights we can all learn from.
Jay! Loved the new feeling the wearable mic gave day one. I'm so glad you took time for yourself and others in your life. No better therapy. Love and hugs from the PNW.
Bonne rentrée! Good to see you again, Jay! Like riding a bicycle or your first ski run of the season, a little wobbly but you'll get your balance back! Enjoy having you back!
Wow, the break is definitively taking its toll on you. Your fluidity and candor when talking to the camera is not exactly the same as usual. Actually it feels like myself when I talk to the camera in my UA-cam videos LOL . Take your time and come back at your own pace. Really miss you.
I've missed you Jay, but it's great to hear things are going well. Do whatever you need man, you're a super cool guy and I'll watch whatever and whenever you care to share.
It's so good to see you and looking so well Jay,you got to take your time with yourself. You and your vlogs are worth waiting for. There was so many beautiful shots in this one, I know you love filming because of the quality of the shots, myself and others appreciate what you do. Take care of yourself first big love big respect x
A few of us just miss your “Paris” vlogs, where you just show “life” in Paris, your life in Paris, not a fly by vlog but a story, say a market or the gardens ( thxs for the footage with the luxemburg gardens in the background, by the way) we still cannot travel or shall we say that for now we “choose” to not travel great distances ,due to safety reasons even though we are fully vaccinated, life has changed for many people, specially the people over 50. Two of our trips to Paris got cancelled last year ( Yes 2 trips), some money was lost, hopes were drowned, plans disappeared, we all questioned what we were all about.?…. But we still miss Paris. Thxs for coming back.
I really hope I can help send some nice Parisian backdrops your way to help ease the pain of missing those trips. That's a huge disappointment, and I really hope you're able to make it over much sooner than later to enjoy some Paris time!
Hi Jay, so glad to see you back here although I do follow you on Instagram so I know you haven't been hiding under a rock all this time 😊 Nice to hear that you are feeling better and taking care of yourself, looking lean also. You do whatever it takes to make you happy and healthy in your life and we'll be here for you whatever you decide to do with the vlogs. As always stay safe and look after yourself 🙂
Great job Jay! Looking good Sir! Keep up with the self care it seems to be serving you well! 💪🏼 This video is amazing by the way it’s great to have the updates and all the Jay Swanson filming and editing feels in there. Loving the wide angles and external microphone.
Dear Jay, Anything worth having is worth waiting for. And you are worth waiting for. So, I hope you feel free to pace yourself as you re-enter the vlogging world. The most important thing is your well-being, first and foremost. It's great to see you up and running and I LOVE hearing about your process. You have been missed and I look forward to anytime you reappear. Be well! Good job caring for yourself!!!!!
Hola Jay! So glad you're feeling better and you're back recording. Take good care of yourself, self care is very important. Happy to see the Vanhoof bike is working better for you also. Stay safe. Til next time.
Always love your videos but this one hit different. It's as though you reached in to my brain and put my own thoughts in a video. Even got a few tears out of me. Going through the same struggle at the moment. Thanks you for sharing this. ❤
Thanks, Jay, looking good and rested. Thanks for the update from Paris, too, and the beautiful editing. It's like being there, I really enjoyed it. Focus on what you want to do, I'd say, like the story telling. So much to say about Paris! and all the everyday life stuff too. Life is good, and you need your health to enjoy it. Take care of the ones you love, like you say. Now that is a good work ethic.. It is a lot to know who you are, what you want and then to do it. Hopefully we all find a way. Thanks for helping show the way. Cheers
Happy you are doing better. Stress sucks that is for sure. Sometimes rebooting is the only way to get things to work again. I just booked my tickets to come to Paris in December with some friends. I’m doing a river cruise but starting in Paris a few days early. So I’m going to go back and watch some videos to make sure I can make sure I don’t miss some stuff. Continue to be well. We are obviously here to support your journey. Since your journey always smiles on my face as well as many of your followers. 🥰😎
Do you have his Guide? It has tons of helpful info that we used on our trip. I love that it's sectioned off into arr. And it has tons of food and coffee spot options.
🔥💥 love your work. Your Living my dream 😎🤓 . It’s given me a lot of pleasure watching?& prepping for another Paris visit. Thanks for letting us into your space .. looking forward to season 8
Jay: I can relate and I’ve thought about sharing my story . I am 27 years old from Los Angeles. First to go to college in the family . I am in Rennes , finishing my bachelors degree with 20-22 year old students . I felt so out of place and more so being a foreigner. I too have been going through a phase of needing to be productive . It’s been quite a challenge . I admire you for creating a living sharing your experience
Thanks Isa! I'm glad you made it out to Rennes and I hope that you feel like you've hit your stride much sooner than later. You've accomplished a lot already, I hope you're proud of that! 🍻
We have missed you, glad you took a break. We were just thinking that we can't wait to travel again. But having known you for a number of years, we agree - You are looking good these days!
Glad to see you again Jay. Please keep yourself well by getting the balance between work and relaxation right for you. A routine helps. Changing identities when events happen in your life is an interesting one - I retired 4 years ago - took me a while to give up the identity of my previous profession and just be me.
Routine definitely helps. I feel you on the identity shift struggles - more thoughts to come on it over time I'm sure, but thankfully I'm feeling really good about it all finally.
Honestly so so happy to see you back and rested and slowly coming back to vlogging Jay! I get the same way with my travel blog and I've been resting too, it's natural and I'm glad you've been enjoying life without holding the camera for every second. I'm also glad to see you come back because I look forward to watching your videos with a glass of whatever xD it could be a 5 minute video or a full movie, we love it!
I agree. Beautiful post. I've seen a few posts of yours, but this one got me to subscribe, because you opened up and you're very honest. Hope we grab a cappuCcino when I get to Paris!
Rest is highly under rated! It can take years to figure that out and maybe that's why it's usually older people who you see at rest. Congrats on figuring that out early!
Man you are hustling! So many angles and shots, editing …..But that’s just dressing - content has always been and will always be about you - your journey(s)- your unfolding story…. Honesty. Best J.
Introspective, reflective, and honest vlogs are always going to be my favorites because there is enough superficial, artificial, and disingenuous content on UA-cam to bring the algorithm to a state of sentience. ("It's Alive!") When I'm giving up on finding authentic and relatable content to enjoy, today's vlog arrives and fills the void. Thanks for being out there, Jay-on whatever upload schedule works for you.
Hey Jay…so glad to see your post…you have been missed. But I totally understand and can relate to how you’re feeling. Good for you for knowing you needed a break and to take that time out. Take care of you. :)
You sound/seem like you are doing quite well. Excellent! Keep that up. Excited for new videos, when you get to it. I recently returned from France, it's now more fun to recognize places you're filming. For the Paris part of my trip your guide was very helpful. (The cell phone part helped for the rest of the trip too) highly suggest to anyone visiting.
You're just being polite why you need a break. And people do change. I won't be able to do the things you're doing btw. I would have gone nuts! I have always wondered how you were able to work and shoot those wonderful moments in such time frame. Sante!
Thanks Neil - I don't think I fully understood just how far I had pushed myself until recently. Proud of how far I went, but definitely paying a price for it. Really happy to slowly find a better balance moving forward =)
Just got back from Paris.. Maybe we saw you running round and round on Rue de l'Opera and didn't know it. Thanks so much for what you do, and so glad you took some time to heal. The Marais is now my favorite neighborhood because of your vlogs...Au Petit Fer a Cheval!
Nice to see you making vlogs again. You are looking great and Paris looks amzing. I love Autumn. We are at day 63 of a regional lockdown here in Auckland, New Zealand Bit over it tbh. Take care. xx
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I’m so glad you’re feeling rested, and that you actually stopped long enough to figure out some priorities. You’re worth whatever time that takes! We’ll all just be patiently waiting to see you, whenever you’re ready. Thanks for sharing what’s going on! Love ya!
Thank you! I do feel so much better and feel like I've got a solid path forward from here. It only makes it that much better knowing you'll all be here too =D
Agree!!
The content the editing ... It's always delight to watch you 😀
Thanks!
My wife and I enjoy your videos BECAUSE, in particular, you show us Paris...and the 'oddities' of Parisian life. Very much appreciate what you do!
Thanks Kevin!
You look good Jay. . . . and I don't just mean physically. I'm glad you've finally done this and I hope it sticks. There is so much JAY content out there that anybody looking for more has got some serious binging to do before they can really get around to twiddling their thumbs and those of us that have been around since the mattress on the floor, eating when you got bike tips days well. . .we're not going anywhere and it's great to see you look so good.
You know what's up =D Thank you for being here for so long and always being so kind. I'm taking more time to recognize just how far I've come and it's always a treat to get some throwbacks to the old demi-baguette-floor-sleep-life because it puts things into such wonderful perspective.
This man knows how to frame a shot.
I'd insert a bowing gif here but UA-cam
Jay, we missed you. But glad to hear that you spent the time away taking care of yourself. We, your loyal fans, forget sometimes how much time and effort it takes for you to create and share your vlogs. We'll be here when you're ready to resume the the journey.
It takes a chunk of time but man do I love it =D
This video is so compositionally gorgeous, not to mention the quintessentially Parisian locales.
Aw, thank you!
We missed you. We just arrived home after 5 weeks in France, including two in Paris. Jay, your videos and ebook gave us a new perspective we didn’t have before. Thank you. So sorry you have been ailing. Glad you are returning. Life is full of joy, especially in Paris. Your vlogs, your honesty, add to life’s joy.
"I've been taking a lot more naps, which has been great." is a thing that I like to hear Jay say.
It's good to see you re-center and re-ground yourself. Gives us time to reflect and find our inner calm as well.
Haha, I'll go take a nap right now in honor of this comment. And thank you Heather! I hope that we can all hit a sweet spot on that journey much sooner than later.
Thanks Jay for being honest and transparent..I’ve been watching your videos and it gives me hope that I can live abroad and make a life somewhere else! Your videos are inspiring! 🙏🏽🇫🇷
Thank you for coming back. I have been a fan for many years and have often thought about you as you have "gone dark" for periods, both recently and before. I like what you are proposing to do. You can always show me Paris, but some times, you can share more friends and experiences as well. Be well, be careful, and be you - you are appreciated.
Thank you Glenn! Glad to be back in the light ;D
To be so honest and transparent is super admirable - thank you for sharing with us. Happy to see you thrive, whatever you choose to do! :)
Thanks! I'm looking forward to this next chapter =D
You are looking great Jay! Been watching you a while now and I am glad that you are getting to a better place :)
Don’t call it a comeback, cuz you’ve been here for years! 😎🎶
Haha 😎👍
You sound different. In a good way. I'm very happy for you. I hope you keep making content in a healthy way. You're the reason I went to Paris for the first time a few years ago and I love your perspective.
Thank you Jay, for another great vid. I'm glad you're recovering (from all maladies) and please do continue to take care of yourself. I'll be here to watch your content no matter the 'schedule'.
So glad you’re taking the break you deserve!
Yup, still here. Still miss Paris more than I can explain. See you soon Dr Swanson!
From astonishingly humid & still weirdly kinda locked down Kinsale! ☘☮🤘🏽🤠👍🏽☮☘
Here's hoping for a dry spell and some mysterious openings 🍻 Glad you're still here!
Everything you say makes sense Jay. It's SO important that you do you, whatevert that may look like...at any given time. take care. Stay well.
Great video, Jay. Heartfelt and sensitive. You need your health above all, a healthy you means more of you. Thanks for your dedication.
I'm a bit late here - noticed you had "resurfaced" and had kept your vlog in my "watch later" section , as with a special drink you'd keep aside for the right moment. Really good to have you back ! Well done with your therapy and embracing life to the fullest again. Well done with sharing your experience so openly as well.This resonates particularly with me as i went through a bit of a similar rough patch - quite comparable in many ways and at the same time as you. The end of restrictions in the UK ( 3months of continued lockdown earlier this year!) and the return to social life and traveling has had a major impact in bringing me "back to life". I'm in a much better place now as well. Life is good ! Thank you for the inspiration and the good vibes !
Glad to see you back!
Great to see you rejuvenated! Hope you keep your balance. Beautiful scenes and editing!
Thank you! I hope so too =D
Rest is an excellent thing! Glad you took the time.
Thanks Deanna! Your patronage made it possible - I wouldn't have been able to do it without you all.
Your vlogs have definitely been missed by me…but, then, it is that much sweeter to see this one…which is really a nice balance. Balance is the key to enjoying life, (along with sporadic roller coaster rides, to keep it exciting, lol). Yep…It is really nice to see your work again, and even nicer to know there is more to come! Merci multo, mucho, beaucoup….✨🥳
Thank you Agyos! Really glad I can bring back some sweet balance with me.
Missed you Jay, but I'm happy you're taking care of yourself. Looking forward to more videos at a better pace for you! It's like your part of the family! Take care!
Thanks Josephine!
Glad you arehealthy and back. Missed seeing your life around Paris. Anyone's health is priority number one. Take care and keep blogging when you want to. Thanks for sharing your life.
I enjoyed this Jay. IM sorry for the burnout but I’m glad you’ve found peace in not needing to be productive. I struggle with that too and it took two spine fusions to learn the value in rest. You’ve really grown in your creative works.
Thanks Tim! Turns out there are a lot of unseen pressures pushing us toward "being productive" instead of just living our lives. I just started reading 4,000 Weeks, a phenomenal book on how we view time in modernity, and it's aligning really well with a lot of my own realizations coming out of burnout. Puts things in perspective. I hope you're doing well!
Hi Jay, I'm delight to see you back in action, in your so called 'natural habitat", doing the things you love doing and what brings you joy. I am in support of what you do and want to thank you for sharing yourself with me/us and for keeping me connected to Paris a city I have frequented and love. Wishing you all the very best with the conclusion of Season 7 and commencing Season 8.
Thank you Nicholas! Can't wait to open this next chapter with you
It’s necessary to take care of of your material, mindal, and spiritual identity. It’s great to see you & Paris again. Give yourself the room to grow.
Thanks Marc! Definitely feeling better with that space =)
As much as I enjoyed getting spoiled for the past few years with your daily vlogs, I’m glad that you’re taking time for yourself and getting healthy. I can’t wait for the next chapter in your life. Thanks for sharing your experiences and all the best Jay. ✌️
I'm really lucky I got to spoil you for so long! I miss it a lot, but I'm also really excited for the next chapter. Thanks for sticking with me =D
I have missed your videos Jay, I’m glad to see your doing well!
Thanks Mario!
So good to see you back. Because of your Vlogs my husband is finally going to take me to Paris :) I am so excited beyond words LOL. But seriously do take time out for yourself x
Glad i could be a part of the travel plans!
You look well, Jay. Great to see you, great video, keep taking care.
Welcome back, Jay. Everything at your own pace, then everything will be fine!
Thanks Ed! I really feel that (finally haha)
You have been missed!! Very glad you had some resting time!
Thank you! Really happy to be edging back into life online =)
Jay! So good to see you. You look so healthy and slim! I'd love to one day join you for a 10k run through the streets of Paris. I think the weekly vlog is a great idea. It's what I've seen most vloggers do. You have not lost your touch, your videos are still fantastic. See you next week. Keep taking good care of yourself.
Thanks Gonzalo! I definitely hope I don't lose the touch haha
Great video Jay 🌸 so pleased to see your smiling face looking happy and healthy.
Glad to see you’re better!!! Love your music in your vids 🙌🙌
Thanks Eric!
Love your new style and format Jay....and welcome back. Take your time and look forward to your next beginning
This is the first video I watched where you came to the forefront. Where there was a person instead of 'a story'. Thanks for that.
👍 My pleasure
Breaks and your mental health are important! Don't rush back.. your supporters will always be here. Truly enjoy your content, so if it spontaneous then it is what it is! I actually enjoy looking at all your past videos! Enjoy your life.☺️
Thank you!
Thanks Jay
We’re glad you are happy and doing well. Life is really, really exciting and great. Give it all you have. Thanks for being our “friend” in Paris, our fav city
You're most welcome John =D
I have missed seeing your new vlogs on my YT home screen, but I also understood the struggles that you were going through - and I am so happy that you have taken some time to recollect and reclaim your life. You were instrumental as a source of information and courage when I visited Paris by myself in 2018 and I will be forever grateful. Just remember that what you do not only has an impact on your viewers lives, but it is also important to make sure you are walking your own path, something I am sure your followers want for you. Well wishes to you Jay :)
Thank you Shane! That means a lot - I'm glad I can be a part of those happy memories =)
Glad you got some rest! One minute, you couldn't smell anything and then, there were no new vids... I was concerned! Glad all is well. Great to see you back!
Glad to be making my way back!
Yeah! Your videos are so fun to watch, so beautifully made. I couldn't possibly keep up with watching a video a day, so just do what works for you, Jay! I'm a huge fan!
Happy to reduce the load to something we can all enjoy a bit more =D
Huge energy shift and I only recently started watching your videos. You are so informative but can also see you’ve found that sweet spot in life. Feeling positive (lighter) while Enjoying your passions is what it’s all about. Share whenever the mood hits you and go with the flow. We are in no rush and you have been super helpful. And happy to know your health recovery went well in all aspects! Rest is the reset button of life. 🍂🤗
Thank you Kendra - I really appreciate that a lot. It's been a strange experience hitting a neutral state - I feel healthier than I ever have (despite pushing through burnout and COVID recovery) - can't wait to share the experience more. Glad you're here!
Jay, Just want to say that you are a legend. I've been watching your videos for ages and day dreaming about a new life. Well you've inspired us to sell everything and move out of the USA to Portugal and to Vlog. Love the vibe in your early videos with DJ quads and did something similar in our videos. And like you I also got covid. So I'm in bed and going to catch up on some of your videos (versailles etc), we are hoping to make it to Paris maybe in early December and see some of these amazing places that we have been watching on your channel for years. Be safe - Michael (tourabunga).
WOW, REALLY ENJOYED THE CAMERA WORK IN THIS VIDEO, MADE ME FEEL LIKE I WAS THERE 🙌🏼
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Glad to see you back. A once-a-week vlog sounds about right - an achievable target making it possible to stick to a regular schedule. It's a frequency that a lot of vloggers seem to favour. Pleased to hear you're feeling better and taking care of yourself.
Definitely seems like a good fit. Thanks Pat! Glad you're here as always =D
😍 turns out rest is a good thing lol 😆
Ugh I miss Paris already! Very thankful for this video!
Turns out 😂
Speaking profound words in beautiful spaces, as well as showing up for your own life needs… welcome back! Thank you for insights we can all learn from.
Thank you Kristan! Glad I have the chance to share it all with ya
Jay! Loved the new feeling the wearable mic gave day one. I'm so glad you took time for yourself and others in your life. No better therapy. Love and hugs from the PNW.
Thank you! I'm looking forward to playing around with it more =)
Bonne rentrée! Good to see you again, Jay! Like riding a bicycle or your first ski run of the season, a little wobbly but you'll get your balance back! Enjoy having you back!
Wobbly but mobile haha, thank you!
Always good to see you Jay - all the best!
Wow, the break is definitively taking its toll on you. Your fluidity and candor when talking to the camera is not exactly the same as usual. Actually it feels like myself when I talk to the camera in my UA-cam videos LOL . Take your time and come back at your own pace. Really miss you.
Thanks Martin! I'm glad you're still here =D I'll get my flow back haha
I've missed you Jay, but it's great to hear things are going well. Do whatever you need man, you're a super cool guy and I'll watch whatever and whenever you care to share.
Thanks Anthony!
It is always good to do a bit of self-reflection every now and then. It benefits the body and soul. Thank you for sharing.
It's so good to see you and looking so well Jay,you got to take your time with yourself. You and your vlogs are worth waiting for. There was so many beautiful shots in this one, I know you love filming because of the quality of the shots, myself and others appreciate what you do. Take care of yourself first big love big respect x
Thank you Maiko! I definitely love it and missed it =)
Jay, it’s so great to see you!! I am glad you are well, rested and recuperated.
Thanks Monika!
A few of us just miss your “Paris” vlogs, where you just show “life” in Paris, your life in Paris, not a fly by vlog but a story, say a market or the gardens ( thxs for the footage with the luxemburg gardens in the background, by the way) we still cannot travel or shall we say that for now we “choose” to not travel great distances ,due to safety reasons even though we are fully vaccinated, life has changed for many people, specially the people over 50. Two of our trips to Paris got cancelled last year ( Yes 2 trips), some money was lost, hopes were drowned, plans disappeared, we all questioned what we were all about.?…. But we still miss Paris. Thxs for coming back.
I really hope I can help send some nice Parisian backdrops your way to help ease the pain of missing those trips. That's a huge disappointment, and I really hope you're able to make it over much sooner than later to enjoy some Paris time!
Great to see you back. So glad you have rested during your down time. Looking forward to more when are up to it! Thank you!
Thanks Jodie!
Glad you are taking care of yourself. I’ll be here and glad for anything you post. No ,after how much or how little. Be well
Thank you Samantha!
Hi Jay, so glad to see you back here although I do follow you on Instagram so I know you haven't been hiding under a rock all this time 😊 Nice to hear that you are feeling better and taking care of yourself, looking lean also. You do whatever it takes to make you happy and healthy in your life and we'll be here for you whatever you decide to do with the vlogs. As always stay safe and look after yourself 🙂
Great to see your face! As well as Jess, Puxan and Leslie!! Glad you are feeling better! Wishing you health and happiness always from Florida!
Happy to be back and visible =D
Jay i have missed your videos! Great to have you back and feeling good. Keep it going
Thanks Gennady!
Nice to see you again. Don't give up what you love doing. It's ok. Just keep moving forward.
Thanks Carol!
What a refreshing and calm video.So happy for u,Jay! Congrats on graduating from therapy!
Thank you!
Great job Jay! Looking good Sir! Keep up with the self care it seems to be serving you well! 💪🏼 This video is amazing by the way it’s great to have the updates and all the Jay Swanson filming and editing feels in there. Loving the wide angles and external microphone.
Thanks Gerard! I'm having a lot of fun playing with it. Hope to find some more fun along the way =D
Dear Jay, Anything worth having is worth waiting for. And you are worth waiting for. So, I hope you feel free to pace yourself as you re-enter the vlogging world. The most important thing is your well-being, first and foremost. It's great to see you up and running and I LOVE hearing about your process. You have been missed and I look forward to anytime you reappear. Be well! Good job caring for yourself!!!!!
Thanks Yolanda!
Hola Jay! So glad you're feeling better and you're back recording. Take good care of yourself, self care is very important. Happy to see the Vanhoof bike is working better for you also. Stay safe. Til next time.
Thank you! Will do!
Always love your videos but this one hit different. It's as though you reached in to my brain and put my own thoughts in a video. Even got a few tears out of me. Going through the same struggle at the moment. Thanks you for sharing this. ❤
Very real. Great camera shots and scenery and great music. Glad you are better. Take care of yourself.
Thank you!
Thanks, Jay, looking good and rested. Thanks for the update from Paris, too, and the beautiful editing. It's like being there, I really enjoyed it. Focus on what you want to do, I'd say, like the story telling. So much to say about Paris! and all the everyday life stuff too. Life is good, and you need your health to enjoy it. Take care of the ones you love, like you say. Now that is a good work ethic.. It is a lot to know who you are, what you want and then to do it. Hopefully we all find a way. Thanks for helping show the way. Cheers
Thank you! There's definitely a lot to share - no shortage there.
Gosh, the way you film, perspectives, is really good.
Happy you are doing better. Stress sucks that is for sure. Sometimes rebooting is the only way to get things to work again. I just booked my tickets to come to Paris in December with some friends. I’m doing a river cruise but starting in Paris a few days early. So I’m going to go back and watch some videos to make sure I can make sure I don’t miss some stuff. Continue to be well. We are obviously here to support your journey. Since your journey always smiles on my face as well as many of your followers. 🥰😎
Do you have his Guide? It has tons of helpful info that we used on our trip. I love that it's sectioned off into arr. And it has tons of food and coffee spot options.
@@dixierosestudios I have to download the new one. I have the old one and it did have some great info when I was there in 2019
Happy it was helpful!
🔥💥 love your work. Your Living my dream 😎🤓 . It’s given me a lot of pleasure watching?& prepping for another Paris visit. Thanks for letting us into your space .. looking forward to season 8
Jay: I can relate and I’ve thought about sharing my story . I am 27 years old from Los Angeles. First to go to college in the family . I am in Rennes , finishing my bachelors degree with 20-22 year old students . I felt so out of place and more so being a foreigner. I too have been going through a phase of needing to be productive . It’s been quite a challenge . I admire you for creating a living sharing your experience
What i’d give to be 27 again!!! Wait til you’re 56!! Enjoy yourself.
Thanks Isa! I'm glad you made it out to Rennes and I hope that you feel like you've hit your stride much sooner than later. You've accomplished a lot already, I hope you're proud of that! 🍻
We have missed you, glad you took a break. We were just thinking that we can't wait to travel again. But having known you for a number of years, we agree - You are looking good these days!
Thanks Jason! Glad to be back =D
Nice to see you back on the tube Jay👍 🇫🇷
Thanks Mark!
Glad to see you!💕
Glad to be seen! =D
Just take care of yourself. We love watching your videos and dreaming about living in Paris.
Paris will be waiting for you. She may be a task master with her vast beauty.
Welcome back.
Hard to resist going out all day every day haha
Glad to see you again Jay. Please keep yourself well by getting the balance between work and relaxation right for you. A routine helps. Changing identities when events happen in your life is an interesting one - I retired 4 years ago - took me a while to give up the identity of my previous profession and just be me.
Routine definitely helps. I feel you on the identity shift struggles - more thoughts to come on it over time I'm sure, but thankfully I'm feeling really good about it all finally.
Glad to see you back Jay .You'll never walk alone Mate 👍
Thank you!
Honestly so so happy to see you back and rested and slowly coming back to vlogging Jay! I get the same way with my travel blog and I've been resting too, it's natural and I'm glad you've been enjoying life without holding the camera for every second. I'm also glad to see you come back because I look forward to watching your videos with a glass of whatever xD it could be a 5 minute video or a full movie, we love it!
Thanks Alex! Glad you're here and enjoying it =D
@@JaySwanson do u have any recommendations for those restaurants and activities in alsace?? Where was that paintball! Haha
I agree. Beautiful post. I've seen a few posts of yours, but this one got me to subscribe, because you opened up and you're very honest. Hope we grab a cappuCcino when I get to Paris!
Nice to see you back. I enjoyed the video and really liked the framing and set up you used this time.
Thanks Tim!
Rest is highly under rated! It can take years to figure that out and maybe that's why it's usually older people who you see at rest. Congrats on figuring that out early!
I'm trying to graduate to Grandpa Jay asap 😂
Glad 😃 you’re doing better ❗️
Man you are hustling! So many angles and shots, editing …..But that’s just dressing - content has always been and will always be about you - your journey(s)- your unfolding story…. Honesty. Best J.
Introspective, reflective, and honest vlogs are always going to be my favorites because there is enough superficial, artificial, and disingenuous content on UA-cam to bring the algorithm to a state of sentience. ("It's Alive!") When I'm giving up on finding authentic and relatable content to enjoy, today's vlog arrives and fills the void. Thanks for being out there, Jay-on whatever upload schedule works for you.
Aw, thanks Ryan! Glad I can scratch that itch. I'm really looking forward to easing back into it =D
So good to see you. Missed your blogs., it glad you took a well deserved break. 😎
Thanks Kathy - glad to be back =)
Hey Jay…so glad to see your post…you have been missed. But I totally understand and can relate to how you’re feeling. Good for you for knowing you needed a break and to take that time out. Take care of you. :)
Thanks Kim!
You sound/seem like you are doing quite well. Excellent! Keep that up. Excited for new videos, when you get to it.
I recently returned from France, it's now more fun to recognize places you're filming. For the Paris part of my trip your guide was very helpful. (The cell phone part helped for the rest of the trip too) highly suggest to anyone visiting.
Oh good! I'm glad it helped. And thank you =D
You're just being polite why you need a break. And people do change. I won't be able to do the things you're doing btw. I would have gone nuts! I have always wondered how you were able to work and shoot those wonderful moments in such time frame. Sante!
Thanks Neil - I don't think I fully understood just how far I had pushed myself until recently. Proud of how far I went, but definitely paying a price for it. Really happy to slowly find a better balance moving forward =)
take care brother... always stay save. its good to see you again. Your health is more important then anything.
Thanks Kanay!
Good to see you again, Jay. Take care.
Thanks Laura!
Just got back from Paris.. Maybe we saw you running round and round on Rue de l'Opera and didn't know it. Thanks so much for what you do, and so glad you took some time to heal. The Marais is now my favorite neighborhood because of your vlogs...Au Petit Fer a Cheval!
Nice to see you making vlogs again. You are looking great and Paris looks amzing. I love Autumn. We are at day 63 of a regional lockdown here in Auckland, New Zealand Bit over it tbh. Take care. xx
I love this! ❤️ mental health is important ❤️❤️
Thanks Michelle! I totally agree =)