Is Our Life Boring? Why We Choose Slow Living in our Narrowboat

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  • @paulplant6486
    @paulplant6486 7 місяців тому +61

    No you're absolutely not boring. Love your little family and your vlogs they are so wholesome and uplifting

    • @thistinylife
      @thistinylife  7 місяців тому +2

      Oh thank you that's lovely to read 🙂

    • @margaretgosnell8281
      @margaretgosnell8281 5 місяців тому

      Love your family and content of your videos. Not boring at all. Life is moving to fast everyday. Yours is refreshing.

  • @Chris-cp1zb
    @Chris-cp1zb 7 місяців тому +26

    One word ……. Delightful. I feel totally relaxed after watching.

  • @sarah.sparkles
    @sarah.sparkles 7 місяців тому +23

    You have a glorious life and I’m delighted that you’ve chosen to share some of it on UA-cam.

  • @samphipps7651
    @samphipps7651 7 місяців тому +14

    Aww this is such a lovely vlog 🥰 heartwarming… “stay boring “ because we love watching your lovely simple and carefree life. Just blooming lovely x

  • @iancharles7596
    @iancharles7596 7 місяців тому +2

    Utterly enchanting video. It’s so endearing to discover a young family who appreciate and acknowledge the value and benefits of slow life on the canals, just as my ancestors did 150 years ago.

  • @joannefreeman-matthews2288
    @joannefreeman-matthews2288 7 місяців тому +1

    You two are such a breath of fresh air. I love seeing how you find the joy in what matters, never once have I thought boring, the opposite in fact. Thank you for sharing ❤

  • @simonstead1491
    @simonstead1491 7 місяців тому +1

    A great man one said it’s the little things in life that are the most wonderful, because you have them all the time. I would love your lifestyle and always be true to yourself

  • @chrisknowles7443
    @chrisknowles7443 7 місяців тому +1

    Well it sounds like you’re all happy despite the ups & downs! This is YOUR life, grasp every moment! Aunty Chris, Hugs xxx

  • @sallysmith155
    @sallysmith155 7 місяців тому +9

    You both are not boring at all.. your life is amazing and I definitely love watching your videos.😊😊🧸

  • @wesandchelle
    @wesandchelle 7 місяців тому +3

    Not boring, peaceful. Your marmalade looked delicious.

  • @vickyf164
    @vickyf164 7 місяців тому +9

    Hey Tiny family ❤👋 What a beautiful vlog. Lovely to see Joe…such a little cutie and growing so quickly 😊. Have a blessed week 🙏

  • @mrsplumbridge4888
    @mrsplumbridge4888 7 місяців тому +6

    And so beautiful it is 😊 x

  • @seanjamescameron
    @seanjamescameron 7 місяців тому +2

    Since leaving London three months ago to live in the welsh countryside I haven’t stopped. The slow life is much busier but more rewarding that the fast live. This week I’ve also taken on a new allotment. I have several in the past as I’ve lived around the country but this is now my forever plot. I’ve also just installed a whole host of self-activated lights around the house to keep bills down. #slowlivinggang

  • @johnmact5548
    @johnmact5548 7 місяців тому +3

    You are anything other than boring. You help keep me connected with GB. I've been living overseas for 30 years. Thank you and keep it coming

  • @maryannmprucinsky2572
    @maryannmprucinsky2572 7 місяців тому +7

    Living life as you choose is a privilege and a blessing, enjoy it to its fullest! If you are not bored, the opinion of the rest of the world is just not important💜

  • @beasawade6032
    @beasawade6032 7 місяців тому +5

    Very nice vlog not boring at all it's peaceful and relaxed that's how life is supposed to be

  • @conniechurches5831
    @conniechurches5831 7 місяців тому +1

    Well said and I so enjoy the glimpses into your slow paced life!

  • @terriestewart3102
    @terriestewart3102 7 місяців тому +4

    Boring and peaceful are best friends! Stay boring and thanks for sharing 💜🙏😇

  • @ddenice963
    @ddenice963 7 місяців тому +2

    You are living a normal life with a new baby and have a constant job with the chores that come with a boat home. I enjoy watching every video you release. I would love living on a boat and not being caught up in the craziness of the world today and not being in debt up to your eye balls….. A relaxing life for sure………..

  • @anneliesjoss
    @anneliesjoss 7 місяців тому +2

    “Make living my life”…… I love that 🧡

  • @James-In-Exile
    @James-In-Exile 7 місяців тому +3

    One of your very best videos, full of heart, soul and laughter and a quietly impassioned defence of a gentler, slower, more conscious way of living.

  • @Michael-ln7us
    @Michael-ln7us 7 місяців тому +4

    Not boring at all, it's perfect it's exactly how I like to live.
    Whatever brings us happiness is good.
    We all compare our lives to others but we only get one life so enjoy it 😊

  • @katherinewhatman3542
    @katherinewhatman3542 7 місяців тому +6

    You could never be boring.i enjoy watching what you get up too.x

  • @JaneHinchliffe
    @JaneHinchliffe 7 місяців тому

    No, not boring at all! I think you've got things just right 🙌and your contentment 🌸shines through, along with a healthy and balanced dose of reality. So pleased 😌for your little family, and that you manage to share some of your life with us. x

  • @claireskinner9077
    @claireskinner9077 7 місяців тому +3

    Jack that was such a beautiful ode to slow living.
    You’re right that it’s a lifestyle that others often view as ‘boring’, or think that you’re making life unnecessarily hard for yourself.
    But there is beauty and fulfilment in feeding your family from the fruits of your labour.
    And I hope that when you need to make that leap into a bigger space in the future it’s in a place that allows you the space to do all you want.

  • @sheilajoseph9953
    @sheilajoseph9953 7 місяців тому +5

    Love your vlogs, your tiny home, tiny baby and all that you are about. Connecting with nature, living a meaning full life. Keep going, keep vloging and I and others will keep watching. Boring you are not. 💚

  • @redlanternhomesteadcathym105
    @redlanternhomesteadcathym105 7 місяців тому +1

    Best video yet. Thank you, it spoke to my soul.

  • @janicecameron3688
    @janicecameron3688 7 місяців тому +1

    Fantastic.❤❤❤❤

  • @royrcf
    @royrcf 7 місяців тому +5

    Your lifestyle is fulfilling and challenging, what more can one ask? You are living your dream, not many can say that. We enjoy your videos immensely, thank you for sharing. Well done.

  • @susanhoward2906
    @susanhoward2906 7 місяців тому +2

    Remember that all those things you are going to learn have to be stored

  • @lindastone9385
    @lindastone9385 7 місяців тому +2

    Definitely not boring. But absolutely chilled and living in the moment. Thankyou. X

  • @rikkiharcourt3868
    @rikkiharcourt3868 7 місяців тому +3

    Boring is nice. You can appreciate each little thing. You are not head butting politics, you are not rat racing around a city, nor begging on the streets or spending your energy on chasing fame and glory. Boring is to be greatly admired. I have a wonderful full rich happy but never go anywhere. I have been so I know the value of serenity and being your own people without having to sell your soul to commerce. Cheers

    • @thistinylife
      @thistinylife  7 місяців тому

      Thank you! Serenity is definitely something to hold on to ✨

  • @annemariewight6079
    @annemariewight6079 7 місяців тому +3

    You're definitely not boring 😊 You're both absolutely brilliant 😁

  • @wendypascall5154
    @wendypascall5154 7 місяців тому +5

    I am so envious of how you are living. We are ex small holders and the rhythm of doing daily things and growing our own was fantastic. We have a 55 ft boat but cannot live on board at the moment. Being in touch with keeping warm, providing food and energy is so rewarding. Enjoy living your lives ❤

  • @barbforbis1260
    @barbforbis1260 7 місяців тому +2

    You both are not boring. Your videos are beautiful and your son is precious. Thank you for sharing your life with us.🌷

  • @Bohoboaters
    @Bohoboaters 7 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for this wonderful video. Beautifully presented.
    We are currently about to put our house on the market. We have renovated a narrowboat over the past 2 years. We thought we were ready to leave the mainstream and start our boat life… then we started second guessing ourselves and were pondering whether we should really stay plugged in and carry on this life on land that we lead.
    This video has inspired us to refocus on what we’ve always wanted and to follow our dream. See you on the water! We wish you safe, healthy and happy times ahead :)

  • @donnagoode708
    @donnagoode708 7 місяців тому +4

    Brilliant

  • @rosie9048
    @rosie9048 7 місяців тому +2

    It’s so beautiful to see that people are living their truth and it’s so lovely all four of your beautiful souls have found their way to each other to blossom and bloom together…. I beat myself up sometimes for being “boring” but growing my own food and planning for ducks to roam our little part of the world ,country walks and sitting watching birds build nests….. baking bread…. It’s our happy place too and if that makes us boring then roll on many more boring days for all us simple souls… joy in the ordinary is gold !! Xxx

  • @Casseopeia777
    @Casseopeia777 7 місяців тому

    Your vlogs are wonderful! It seems to me that the way you have crafted your life is absolutely perfect. ❤️

  • @HeleVicoryJohnson
    @HeleVicoryJohnson 7 місяців тому +2

    Never boring. Love it.
    I live at a slow pace on a little smallholding with rescue dogs, 5 sheep, 2 pigs, 1 Cob, 1 feral cottage cat and an autistic Cockertoo with an eating disorder.
    Life is good, hard work but never boring..

  • @debbiewilson9960
    @debbiewilson9960 7 місяців тому

    I absolutely love your philosophy. The pair of you are inspirational.

  • @Cameramancan
    @Cameramancan 7 місяців тому +1

    Lovely vlog! Thanks!🇨🇦

  • @lisaroot4798
    @lisaroot4798 7 місяців тому +4

    Your life looks idyllic and what a great upbringing for little Joubert. Life is to hectic with work and everything else it throws at you I think your living the best life and letting us be part of that with you by watching your blogs. ❤ this tiny life ❤

  • @amandahinds7860
    @amandahinds7860 7 місяців тому +1

    I had to smile at your lovely comment at how Joe & Tilly work in conjunction with each other as I have a 4 year old grandson & 3 year old dog & my daughter always says that they are trouble on six legs as they lead each other in to mischief.

  • @SamanthaJones-rv5jp
    @SamanthaJones-rv5jp 7 місяців тому +1

    Loved this vlog. Thank you for sharing the beauty of living simply and finding joy in the everyday. This is what life is about!

  • @susanbrown5216
    @susanbrown5216 7 місяців тому +1

    I'm watching from Australia and am pleased to say that I look forward to seeing your videos very much. You are so far my favourite young couple, you are so down to earth, keep up your videos. You both have a precious and handsome little bubba. Congratulations 🎊

  • @davidlowne4331
    @davidlowne4331 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for sharing your amazing life with the world

  • @markrant1460
    @markrant1460 7 місяців тому +1

    Hi Jack, Hi Gabby
    What you have is not a boring lifestyle but a healthy one. You will some day have time to sit with little joe and tell him about those times he will not remember but will have some inner sense that he was a part of that life on board.
    Jack your comment about being at one with your boat is so true. I apologize as I have forgotten her name. Yes you are right, if you look after her she will look after you and your family. If you provide her with love and she will love you back.
    I have lived in the backwoods of British Columbia so I can appreciate everything you have said in this video.
    I shall be on the side of the canal waiting for you and your family to pass by so that I may listen to more of your adventures. Stay warm and go safe.
    Mark
    Alberta, Canada

  • @SallyCurrell
    @SallyCurrell 7 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful absolutely beautiful. I love the way you embrace nature and enjoy the simple pleasures and peaceful existence.
    How life should be. "this beautiful life" xx

  • @stephenpyner4156
    @stephenpyner4156 7 місяців тому +1

    Your not boring at all jack and gabby, you, joe and tilly are leading the perfect lifestyle that meets your requirements in life. Love the look of your homemade marmalade by the way and I bet it tastes delicious ❤

  • @johnmccann1960
    @johnmccann1960 7 місяців тому +1

    Why do you think that you are boring guys? That we may think your life is boring? I can only speak for myself Guys and I have nothing but respect and love for you and the life you lead. You are living your dream, walking your chosen path in life and it is far from boring. No 2 days are the same, you're always doing something. I see from your vlogs how much you love this lifestyle and love each other. Seems to me you're both living the life meant for you. How can that be boring Guys. Honestly? Stay safe and happy cruising ❤

  • @Rachellovescheese
    @Rachellovescheese 7 місяців тому +1

    You have a BEAUTIFUL life ❤️

  • @jacksg1809
    @jacksg1809 7 місяців тому +1

    I agree off grid is great ...wild at times with the weather but slower speed as and whens and ifs are great back to basics

  • @bethdulnlop1546
    @bethdulnlop1546 7 місяців тому +1

    I love your vlogs ! Not boring at all! ❤

  • @lockingthroughlife2587
    @lockingthroughlife2587 7 місяців тому +1

    I love your vlogs guys. So calming and relaxing. I had a new boat built and moved onboard in February. Unfortunately there were so many issues I had to move back to dry land again. I just want to live the ‘simple’ boat life I’ve dreamed of for years. Having met so many boaters and vloggers I already feel a part of the boating community. Everyone helps each other. Hope I’ll be back on the water soon. Take care. Phil x

  • @christinaward161
    @christinaward161 7 місяців тому +5

    Your tiny life is truly wonderful, its how life should be! Little Jo is getting the best lessons from his wonderful momma and dadda. Most people today wouldnt be able to manage a quiet life, they have never known it and have never been shown it. Im certain in my heart this is how we are supposed to live. Whilst i dont have a narrow boat (its in my blood, generations back tho!) I love a quiet simple life. My polytunnel is my little haven and i am thrilled to be able to grow, eat, share and store food that we grow. There is no better feeling. My daughter makes us all beautiful sourdough bread to share and we are doing our best to get back to basics in this chaotic world. This world is lost right now, so hold on to your tiny world as long as you can, keep smiling and enjoying every day.xx

    • @thistinylife
      @thistinylife  7 місяців тому +2

      Really lovely to read so thank you. Sharing homegrown and home cooked food really is one of life's simple pleasures! ✨

  • @christinedelfino5322
    @christinedelfino5322 7 місяців тому +1

    What a beautiful life you have carved out for your family❤

  • @julie9242
    @julie9242 7 місяців тому +1

    Related to so much you said. This was one of your best chilled watch you have done so far❤😊

  • @desireedankt4276
    @desireedankt4276 7 місяців тому +1

    This is exactly why i follow you here on youtube and on instagram. And after all does anybody know where we will be and how we will live in five years? After many surprises the last ten years (some pleasant,some absolutely not) I learn to take live as it comes. And now i celebrate the surprises that life has. Even the less pleasant ones

  • @MichaelDouglas-yo2gu
    @MichaelDouglas-yo2gu 7 місяців тому +2

    If idyllic is boring then yes, your life is boring. Keep doing what you do, it's great to watch 😊

  • @pamelakempseyy9345
    @pamelakempseyy9345 4 дні тому +1

    Really enjoyed this vlog from several months ago, never a dull moment! Your marmalade looked wonderful, what a great quality of life you have. Hope this winter won’t be too severe, keep warm and cosy ❤

    • @thistinylife
      @thistinylife  3 дні тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching :) Love it when people stumble on an older video of ours :) It's a lovely lifestyle, even winter has its charms... Just not so much the rain haha

  • @andreaPat70
    @andreaPat70 7 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely beautiful vlog.Your life is very far from boring. You have stepped off the treadmill of work, eat, sleep and repeat. What an awesome environment for Joe to grow up in. They grow so fast but you will get to cherish this time as a beautiful family unit without the distractions of the frenetic world most of us live in.

  • @susannahwhitaker994
    @susannahwhitaker994 7 місяців тому +1

    So lovely to catch up with you. You are really doing the right things. To take time to look ,listen and love and your gorgeous little boy is proof. He is so happy ,well done and sending lots of love 🤗

  • @WendyInCollingwood
    @WendyInCollingwood 7 місяців тому +1

    💞 Jack & Gabby ~ You’re Creative Geniuses 💞 Thank You for sharing your ~ very interesting “ Tiny Life “ It’s delightful to learn what your family has been up to in the very natural creativity of your daily life ! I adore your very clever creativity in foraging, self sustainability, master building, and your cooking and gardening, are just splendid! Kudos on the writing of this vlog, the relaxing narration, music score & editing 🎉 The person who inquired why have you dropped out of life, needs to expand their horizons, and think outside the box ! We live within a Boreal Forest, on Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦 I find This Tiny Life fascinating and delightful ~ because it is so much different from our country living ! Our neighbours are forest animals 😂 You two certainly have a very blessed life 👏

  • @ronaldhornsey7453
    @ronaldhornsey7453 7 місяців тому +2

    Now way are you boring I am coming up to 80 and we have a log burner I go out with my chainsaw to find fallen trees I also know where to find wild plums also rasberrys and blackberries I also make jam so if you think your boring I have joined you who cares like you I am enjoying life 😊

  • @beverleybutler7685
    @beverleybutler7685 7 місяців тому +1

    You not you're not boring, boring is corporateness and globalism, so stay free and carry on leading an unboring life bringing up your lovely boy that's enough for anyone! ❤

  • @christinacreatesau
    @christinacreatesau 7 місяців тому +1

    Not boring at all.
    What a wonderful life.

  • @FirstSuiGeneris
    @FirstSuiGeneris 7 місяців тому +1

    There's nothing wrong enjoying the slower pace of the natural beauty of this blue planet which holds for your family. Enjoy the wonders of the prefect world you have built. Being in and living in nature does put your mind and body in sync with the worlds harmonics and harmony of mother earth soul. Believe it or not? It really does promote healthy mind and body! Looking forward to your next vlog!

  • @59kiwilass
    @59kiwilass 7 місяців тому +1

    Wow. Brilliant video. You guys are definitely not boring. Does your Marmalade have sugar. Can you share your recipe please. Love your videos, & your thoughts. Joubert is so cute & precious. Have a good week.

  • @zivadivathedog9392
    @zivadivathedog9392 7 місяців тому +2

    What a beautiful video it brings tears to my eyes. We also try to keep a simple sustainable life. Keep it going.

    • @thistinylife
      @thistinylife  7 місяців тому

      Oh I hope in a good way! Thank you 🥰🥰

  • @lacylobdell7455
    @lacylobdell7455 7 місяців тому +1

    Boring? NEVER! I love watching how you live life and am grateful that you share it with those who are past that time in life where we could have once enjoyed the same pleasures. Please continue!😘

  • @lindapearson7268
    @lindapearson7268 7 місяців тому +1

    No your not boring ,really missed reading your updates when you were having time out . Love hearing about you guys . Spending time together is really important. I was with my other half for 50 years ,he became ill and died . Like you said you never know what life will throw at you . Grasp every moment you can with your little family . Yes times and things do change ,but while you are enjoying what you do , carry on doing you x

  • @steamingiron
    @steamingiron 7 місяців тому +1

    No there is nothing boring about you and your little family. It's an absolute pleasure following you and enjoying the slow and measured life you live. xx

  • @TheAffrojutty
    @TheAffrojutty 7 місяців тому +1

    ‘Quit life’….Oh the irony! Absolutely love this 🙏❤️

  • @leannekudahl2432
    @leannekudahl2432 7 місяців тому +1

    I love seeing your real and wonderful life. It is inspiring how brave and wonderful you both are. A joy to see.

  • @nancywhiston994
    @nancywhiston994 7 місяців тому +1

    Lovely video, full of respect for your lifestyle😊

  • @sallyscanlan7269
    @sallyscanlan7269 7 місяців тому

    Your far from boring, thank you for sharing your rich life with UA-cam. We all need to slow down and smell the roses 🌹
    Thank you for being you💛xxxxsal

  • @AstridD47
    @AstridD47 7 місяців тому

    Of course you are not boring. I find you very relaxing. Just watching you makes me feel better. Thank you so much for that!

  • @glennclarke9787
    @glennclarke9787 7 місяців тому +1

    Great vlog. We luv you both xx 😘

  • @yvonnethorpe5224
    @yvonnethorpe5224 7 місяців тому +3

    Your tiny life is anything but boring. Not being part of the rat race is the best gift you can give yourselves and your son. The gentle, simple, hard work, foraging, living of the allotment and the connections with nature is a lifestyle many people would love to have the courage to live. Enjoy every minute of the lifestyle you have and I hope you can continue to live your simple life for many many years.

  • @CarolineGriffith-p2t
    @CarolineGriffith-p2t 7 місяців тому +2

    I absolutely love watching u all ❤ and I am changing my own life each and every month to a slower paced full of nature cozy cabin life……thanku so very for sharing ur beautiful family and experience with us all ❤

  • @susanross3315
    @susanross3315 7 місяців тому

    I’m in my 70’s and thoroughly enjoy - and envy - your wonderful slow pace of life… don’t let anyone make you change it… such a lovely way to bring up a child too… he’s very cute!! Thank you for sharing…

  • @johnmact5548
    @johnmact5548 7 місяців тому +1

    Love watching your channel. I use to live in Gloucestershire many moons ago and you keep me in touch with that 🙏

  • @Memar-X
    @Memar-X 7 місяців тому +1

    No not boring at all. That's the perfect life. ❤

  • @jonathang8263
    @jonathang8263 7 місяців тому +3

    Fabulous. Thank you.

  • @Anita-rq9ev
    @Anita-rq9ev 7 місяців тому +2

    I don't think you have a boring life, I like your style of living. I know that your narrow boat life is not always easy, but as you said you enjoy it. I like being boring. I live in a hectic city and of course it has some advantages ( e.g.easier access to certain things), but I'd love to live a quieter, slower life and I try my best (at least in my flat 😉). I think, everybody has a right to live on their terms, if it's possible. One wants a career and the other one wants the opposite. Good luck in all your endeavours 🙏

    • @thistinylife
      @thistinylife  7 місяців тому

      Thanks Anita ✨ absolutely!!

  • @leannemulhall8136
    @leannemulhall8136 7 місяців тому +1

    You're not boring. I love how you live, I spent a lot of my childhood on boats with my brothers and parents. The bigger we got the bigger the boat they had to buy😂. I had an amazing childhood because of the fun we had and memories made, I miss the boat days, if I could I would totally live on a boat. I think this is why I like the idea of tiny living, minimalism and slower paced lifestyle. ❤

  • @jaynecopland
    @jaynecopland 7 місяців тому

    Beautifully done❤

  • @maureengilbert5063
    @maureengilbert5063 7 місяців тому +1

    Your life is beautiful ❤

  • @JulesWalter-v3t
    @JulesWalter-v3t 7 місяців тому +1

    What a beautiful video. Thank you

  • @lindaware3082
    @lindaware3082 7 місяців тому

    Definitely never boring. Thanks for letting me into your lovely tiny life. ❤

  • @natashab2304
    @natashab2304 7 місяців тому

    Joe 🥰🥰🥰🥰 so cute 🥰
    And there's something so special about making preserves - bright and optimistic 😍😍😍

  • @PostmanPatx
    @PostmanPatx 7 місяців тому +1

    Great Vlog - love watching your life stories and your dreams as they happen. Keep them coming.

  • @billkrueger7549
    @billkrueger7549 7 місяців тому

    I agree with many others, not boring !! I am 82 and working to get back to ' my boring place'. Love you and yours, keep it up you help others more than you know. Enjoy, have fun, keep the love alive; I will be watching.

  • @serenadm6619
    @serenadm6619 7 місяців тому +1

    You seem to have the right balance to me :)

  • @AprilSJ
    @AprilSJ 7 місяців тому +1

    You have a beautiful life. Will you share your marmalade receipt?

  • @jangross3501
    @jangross3501 7 місяців тому +1

    Love your family, your baby is gorgeous 💕

  • @MelG-ut3hs
    @MelG-ut3hs 7 місяців тому

    Your videos are very calming. No one should lead a stressful life. You are not boring. You've just had a new baby. Just enjoy those beautiful moments as a family together. Enjoy the slow pace of life. The fast paced modern materialistic life is best avoided. Life is too short.

  • @dianetanski464
    @dianetanski464 7 місяців тому +1

    I love your videos! They are relaxing, and I love how you both relate to your lovely baby boy. He is adorable.

    • @thistinylife
      @thistinylife  7 місяців тому

      Thank you, we are bias but agree 😅

  • @marianneeckertjensen4723
    @marianneeckertjensen4723 7 місяців тому +1

    What a wonderful way of putting it. One learns so much by being part of nature, as we truely are. I also try to approach much of it. It may seem boring, but is very fulfilling. Sometimes city life seems so ignorant to real life values.. 🤩