# 180 Prepping for a Big Storm and How I Earn a Living on My Narrowboat

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  • Опубліковано 25 січ 2024
  • We have been in an Arctic blast on our tiny NARROWBOAT home and now a very powerful storm called Isha is on its way! How do I make my boat safe? As the storm pounds the boat, I talk about how I run my business and earn a living from my narrowboat. When the storm is over, I see the impact it's had on the canal which ends up with me taking a big risk on a railway level crossing! Sit back, relax and enjoy. Take care🦋🌻
    This week, I mention my fantastic new printer, Mark: www.hullbridge-designandprint...
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    Mystical Rivers by BasspartoutX
    Voyage Fleet- Lydia Andersson by Synchs
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    It's always lovely to hear from you and I will get back to you

КОМЕНТАРІ • 657

  • @user-rm5il4uh3i
    @user-rm5il4uh3i 3 місяці тому +28

    Not sure what it is about a British lady's voice. It's very soothing to Americans like me. She could record a record of her reading the phone book and I would buy it.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +18

      What a kind comment; I'm currently sitting here recording the phone book to sell to you! 😂 Thank you so much for your lovely message. Take care🦋🌻

    • @georgeburns7251
      @georgeburns7251 Місяць тому +3

      @@themindfulnarrowboattoo funny. Thank you for the opportunity to laugh.

    • @aussieoma361
      @aussieoma361 Місяць тому +3

      That’s because Americans accents are very harsh.

    • @ebbhead20
      @ebbhead20 Місяць тому +1

      Shes a mix of Sally Philips from Smack the Pony and Sian Gibson from Car Share this girl... 😊

    • @harry.flashman
      @harry.flashman Місяць тому

      ​@@themindfulnarrowboat:)

  • @rosemarypalmer3603
    @rosemarypalmer3603 4 години тому

    Hi Vanessa, a belated thank you for your delightful book, received earlier on this year. It has inspired me to stop and stare, observe and really appreciate all the wild life I encounter each day as I walk the dogs, along the banks of the Water of Leith, here in the heart of Edinburgh. Your enjoyable blog and illustrations have pushed me to pick up pencils and brushes after a long “rest” from painting.
    Best wishes to you and Zeph.

  • @bitsandblocks7826
    @bitsandblocks7826 3 місяці тому +46

    Even blustery Isha couldn't spoil the relaxing chilled nature of your videos Vanessa. Have a good weekend!

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +4

      I am so relieved that you still found the video relaxing.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @crispyfrogs
    @crispyfrogs 3 місяці тому +27

    At the rate your art progresses, you’ll be adding “professional artist” to your CV. It’s becoming stunning 🤩

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +2

      That is so kind of you. Practising each week is definitely helping.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @ronwhitehouse23
    @ronwhitehouse23 2 місяці тому +7

    You have made a lovely life for yourself, congratulations.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for your kindness.Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

    • @ronwhitehouse23
      @ronwhitehouse23 2 місяці тому

      @@themindfulnarrowboat I lived on my narrowboat "unicorn" for about two and a half years cruising just like you. I no longer have my boat because of other commitments unfortunately. But I still retain wonderful poetic moments I shall cherish for eternity.

  • @rosemarypalmer3603
    @rosemarypalmer3603 4 години тому

    PS thrilled to think that my book has been on your boat!

  • @joanneowen4540
    @joanneowen4540 3 місяці тому +28

    So glad to hear you managed ok during the storms and cold.I felt for all the narrowboats and their people as we heard news of storms and flooding in UK..you have such a lovely,calm demeanor as you narrate, but im sure it was scary! Beautiful story of the wrens..al the creatures that forage and endure in Nature.I am hoping to order one of your beautiful journals soon.You touch my heart.Much love from snowy Ontario

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +8

      That is such a kind and thoughtful comment, Joanne! 🤗 The storms are scary as they are so noisy, but it is quite safe on a narrowboat as long as your ropes are secure.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @user-lx4er5si3s
    @user-lx4er5si3s 3 місяці тому +26

    Once again, I am enthralled by your videos, drawings, and the commentary. It is so beautiful

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +2

      That is so kind of you.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @nathanberry4339
    @nathanberry4339 3 місяці тому +12

    Isha was my first storm since I moved onto my narrowboat and I was soooo paranoid I was checking the ropes every hour until midnight but I actually enjoyed weathering out the storm on a boat

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      Hi Nathan, what a storm to start your lifetime of narrowboat storms- and then Jocelyn was even stronger I thought! It is exciting though isn't it?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

    • @nathanberry4339
      @nathanberry4339 3 місяці тому +3

      @@themindfulnarrowboat I absolutely loved it the noise was just unbelievable but it's as you said I'm your video it's about being safely moored and being prepared before the storm hits also my boat is as former hire boat and has four massive conservatory style windows in the saloon so I had the perfect viewpoint its like owning my own bird hide

  • @alanturner3551
    @alanturner3551 3 місяці тому +11

    Love how you maintain your positive outlook through any and all challenges.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you, Alan. Thank you so much! Take care🦋🌻

  • @michaelpilling9659
    @michaelpilling9659 3 місяці тому +13

    Hello Vanessa - greetings from Poland
    Storms, iced in, blocked in between closed locks and a broken rail crossing - what a time you had.
    The birds and the snowdrops were really lovely - can't wait for Spring.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +6

      It really has been an eventful new year so far! I hope it is warmer in Poland now? I can't wait for spring either.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @Jana-wz7dr
    @Jana-wz7dr 3 місяці тому +8

    That train crossing was wicked as was the storm. The snowdrops make me feel that this winter will soon pass. Bring on spring. Your artwork and writing are lovely 😍

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Definitely bring on spring! 😄Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @bradmoyer9737
    @bradmoyer9737 3 місяці тому +8

    Whenever I order something from the internet or out of a catalog, I do so with the understanding that the thumbnail I’m viewing, is a highly stylized, electronically embellished version that some marketing person has envisioned as being able to sell the most of whatever the product is, and only bears a passing resemblance to the actual product. That being said, I just received my copy of “The Nature Journal of a Narrowboater 2022”.
    I had reasonably high expectations for the quality of the content, from watching the multifaceted creator’s videos over the course of the year. The poetry and artistry weave a tapestry in one’s mind of her journeys and thoughts, and are uniquely wonderful. I was very pleasantly surprised when I opened the package and found a book of high quality materials, beautiful printing and just overall excellent quality. It is a fabulous buy at this price. I will be ordering my 2023 edition shortly. Thank you.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +5

      Hi Brad, I held my breath whilst reading your comment as I thought you were going to say that my journal was a disappointment after reading your previous experiences; you should have heard my sigh of utter relief when I got to the end of your comment! Thank you so much for your kindness; I really appreciate it. Have a super rest of the week, take care🦋🌻

    • @LoriLeaPouttu
      @LoriLeaPouttu Місяць тому

      ​@@themindfulnarrowboat😅I am just now finding your UA-cam channel and am immediately enthralled! What medium do you use for your artwork? It is very beautiful along with your writings. Looking forward to learning and see more of you here on your channel. :) Your boat is amazing! I live very near the Mississippi River in Minnesota, U.S.A. so of course the boat caught my attention right away! 😄

  • @atnorthabc
    @atnorthabc Місяць тому +1

    A truly beautiful account of a winter storm told in a warm and soothing manner I really enjoyed your trip around the museum and your enthusiasm and delight about the exhibit’s passed down to your ordinance and the poem at the end was beautiful. Thank you…

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  Місяць тому

      That is such a kind comment. Thank you so much! Have a super rest of the week. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @hectordelvalle4428
    @hectordelvalle4428 3 місяці тому +6

    I truly enjoy your night scenery. Plus the crashing of rain, wind howling, night sky. Most narrow boat vlogs leave these out, and that's a shame. You make it so natural and appealing. Please continue, it is a big plus. Be safe and enjoy your outings.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +2

      I am so pleased that you enjoyed some nighttime storm footage.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @31Alden
    @31Alden 2 місяці тому +1

    Happy and relieved you made it through Isha safely and with no damage to your boat. All souls accounted for! Xx

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому +2

      So am I; it's always such a worry in a big storm. Thank you for watching and commenting. Take care🦋🌻

    • @31Alden
      @31Alden 2 місяці тому

      @@themindfulnarrowboat With great pleasure, Vanessa!

  • @Shaunatwales66
    @Shaunatwales66 2 місяці тому +1

    You make canal life look so tranquil, I love to take time out and express my feelings through poetry, thank you for a lovely insight into your world of relaxation and beautiful locations 😃

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому +1

      It is great to know that you are writing poetry to convey your feelings too. It's a wonderful way to do that isn't it? Thank you for your lovely comment.Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

  • @semperbufo152
    @semperbufo152 3 місяці тому +5

    Hi Vanessa.So long awaited vlog,please follow up with more please,and quickly.We look every day for your posts,which we love.The music you use is perfect too.Thankyou.❤😊

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      I am so pleased that you look for my vlog every day- that is so kind of you. I post a vlog every Friday at 4:30pm, but if I am unable to put one out, then I put a little post out first explaining.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @annepoitrineau5650
    @annepoitrineau5650 3 місяці тому +2

    I once walked the canal path from Hebden Bridge to Todmorden. It was evening, then it was night. The barges looked so cozy. Sometimes a bit of smoke escaped, sometimes I could hear muffled music. Beautiful.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      I know exactly what you mean by this. When I walk along the canal in the evening and see the boats' lights and chimney smoke it makes me feel all cosy too. Thank you so much for watching my vlog. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

  • @shirleygreaves9650
    @shirleygreaves9650 3 місяці тому +7

    I don’t think I’ve ever known a winter as stormy as this one. I bet you will be glad when spring finally comes. It was interesting to hear about Josiah Wedgwood, I didn’t know that he was one of the people who fought against slavery. Lovely nature as always, we have some resident wrens in our garden, they are such cute little birds. I hope it’s not too long before you can move on again, winter closures must make it very difficult for narrow-boaters, especially continuous cruisers when you can’t get your essentials like water and diesel. Stay safe and warm all of you. Lots of love. xxxxx

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +2

      It really has been a stormy winter hasn't it? It's great to know that the wrens are visiting your garden as the cold weather makes it so hard for them to find insects and so they go looking for seeds- you're saving the wrens, Shirley!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @user-rc4vu9ur4i
    @user-rc4vu9ur4i 3 місяці тому +5

    What an enriched special life you have. Your sweet soul obviously attracts kindness 😊

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      That is such a kind comment.Thank you so much! Take care🌻🦋

  • @annmolloy8600
    @annmolloy8600 3 місяці тому +5

    Thank you for taking the time to visit Wedgwood. I am originally from Longton but my parents emigrated to Australia when I was 10 in 1960. I returned in 1970 and worked in the offices at Wedgwood Barlaston. We had a couple of royal visits, one from Prince Phillip and another from Princess Margaret and the Queen Mother. I loved every minute of my three years there before coming back to Australia. I had every intention of returning to travel more but fate intervened when I met my future husband on my return journey home. It was an unforgettable time and I made lasting memories. The factory is set in beautiful farm land in Barlaston and as I remember every one I met loved working there 💫🇬🇧🫖. Last time I was there I visited the cafe where the afternoon tea was served on the most beautiful crockery you will find.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +3

      What a fabulous story; when you next visit, you should add these memories to that wall that I read from. Fancy meeting so much royalty too!Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

  • @heartofahobbit
    @heartofahobbit 3 місяці тому +5

    Glad to see you made it through the storm OK. I worry about all the narrowboaters there with these harsh storms and flooding! Waiting excitedly for your 2022 and 2023 journals to arrive here in New Hampshire USA! Stay safe! Much love!

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      I think it always sounds worse on a narrowboat than it actually is. Storm Jocelyn was worse, I thought as it shook the boat a lot more. Thank you so much for buying my books and for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @andrewdolinskiatcarpathian
    @andrewdolinskiatcarpathian 3 місяці тому +2

    The power and force of nature. Never to be underestimated. Glad that you survived such a wicked storm.
    The big unresolved question, did you find the “chimney hat”? 🤔👍😀

    • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
      @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 3 місяці тому +1

      I wondered that too !

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      I didn't find my chimney's hat and its head is ever so cold at the moment! 🥶 🤭Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Isha took it and has not given it back! 🤭

  • @4950joan
    @4950joan 3 місяці тому +4

    Hello again. When we used to caravan we wrapped the aqua rolls in the foam jackets you buy for the hot water cylinders in the house to prevent them freezing

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      That is such a good idea!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @andersvikingsvensson8762
    @andersvikingsvensson8762 3 місяці тому +4

    Awesome ❤Photage extrodinary .. narratives splendid ..vocal superb ..background music so nice ..All 🙏

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @billycaldwell3804
    @billycaldwell3804 3 місяці тому +2

    What a great vlog Vanessa, this time of year the storm's come in thick and fast. Keep your head down and stay safe 🙏 .

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      There have been so many storms this winter; what a hurly burly time!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @sianwarwick633
    @sianwarwick633 3 місяці тому +4

    Thanks Vanessa for being positive organised and creative, during tough weather from freezing rainy Ontario. Glad to hear your community boaters are helping you out too. ❤. And that you're using a post-box for the delivery ! For Huawei, we say Wah-way, although i think there were issues here with that provider/supplier

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      I shall be able to pronounce it now! 🤩👍Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @juliehill2830
    @juliehill2830 3 місяці тому +2

    So beautiful Vanessa... Thankyou for sharing. Much love.. Xx

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @Raven1180
    @Raven1180 2 місяці тому +1

    Just ordered one of your beautiful nature journals. Thank you.

  • @jeffslater4581
    @jeffslater4581 3 місяці тому +1

    I love the sound of thunder and lightning, stormy winds and heavy rain or hail bouncing off my windows,it sends me to sleep within minutes. I don't do social media where can I purchase your book. Excellent video as always. Thanks you.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Rain sounds wonderfully calming on a boat, but the bashing of the solar panels in the wind just doesn't have the same effect for me. My book is on Etsy which guests can buy on without creating an account. It's themindfulnarrowboat.etsy.com I appreciate your interest in buying a copy. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @dallassukerkin6878
    @dallassukerkin6878 7 днів тому

    :smiles: One of my favourites times in watching a narrowboaters channel is when I recognise where they are :D In this case the most resonant was that foot path near the malfunctioning level crossing :)

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  7 днів тому +1

      Does it normally malfunction then? Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

    • @dallassukerkin6878
      @dallassukerkin6878 7 днів тому

      @@themindfulnarrowboat Ahh no :smiles: My wording was misleading it seems - I just meant that it was malfunctioning in this instance :D Mind you, it does always feel a little 'exposed' and enclosed at the same time when you cross it. I think that is possible because the road is quite narrow and the safety equipment is scaled to suit.

  • @terryrogers6232
    @terryrogers6232 3 місяці тому +2

    Looks so much like the Erie Canal near where I was born in upstate NY, USA. I also remember the drawing or pencil box. My wife of that time, the 80s on, liked crafts and drawing. Since I had once enjoyed it myself before becoming an engineer, I got a kit as well. We even joined an exhibition together along the canal. We also rode mule drawn narrowboats on the original canal remnants. She passed away in 2010. I remarried a year ago.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      What wonderful memories and how special to have ridden mule drawn narrowboats too.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @MultaGemems
    @MultaGemems 3 місяці тому +1

    Marvellous. You are truly living. Stay safe.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      It does make me feel alive to live like this- you're right.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @janetaltybenalmadenacostac3228
    @janetaltybenalmadenacostac3228 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi Vanessa, this is the first time watching you tonight, within 3 minutes you had me hooked and subscribed.
    What a lovely calming video. Thank you from Preston Lancs.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you! I am really pleased that you enjoyed the vlog and subscribed.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

  • @beckyecklund5773
    @beckyecklund5773 23 дні тому

    This is the first time I've seen your channel I love your 🐶 your 🏡 and your poem

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  21 день тому

      Hi Becky, thank you so much for finding my channel and watching this vlog. Have a super rest of the week. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @plainandsimple2576
    @plainandsimple2576 3 місяці тому +2

    Oh I’m so excited for my books! Thank you so much for the tour. The Girls are excited to see the animals.❤ I hope you didn’t suffer to much with the storm! We have warmed up a little, no more carrying water for a few weeks.😊 Be well!

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      I am so pleased that you have all warmed up a little.Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for buying my books too. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @petereg2354
    @petereg2354 3 місяці тому +2

    Wonderful moments of narrowboat life.! Through all seasons.! its exciting.. best wishes for you 3.. x 🌳🍃🐾

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Each season has its own unique set of excitement doesn't it?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @JazzFunkNobby1964
    @JazzFunkNobby1964 2 місяці тому +1

    WOW I have lived nearby on the river Avon for 12 years and never seen it frozen over like that.
    Your nature art is awesome. A real talent you have.
    Edit: By the way, that's called a Dip Stick. What Del Boy used to call Rodney.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you! Poor, Rodders! 🤭 Thank you for watching. Take care🦋🌻

  • @johnallen148
    @johnallen148 3 місяці тому +1

    Sure was a horrible storm Vanessa two on the trot as we say shame you lost your chimney top did you find it i guess it’s in the canal you will have to get your magnet out ,I hate wind it’s something you can’t see ,well I hope you got through the storms with it to much damage,till next time take care keep safe John 🐕‍🦺🌹🙏🤔🤭😅🫢🫶🧑‍🦽🧑‍🦽

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      Hi John, sadly, I didn't find my chimney hat and then something else has happened to our chimney which you'll see in next week's vlog.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

  • @vanessascola4708
    @vanessascola4708 3 місяці тому +1

    61 wrens in a nest box is crazy. Such delightful birds. Very interesting to hear about how you plan your days and work and what it means. So difficult with these storms. What a crazy winter. I have never known such extreme weather. I really feel for you. How exhausting all that walking. Be safe please.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      I adore the thought of 61 wrens in a nest box! 🥰 Thank you for your kindness- take care🦋🌻

  • @noelio3537
    @noelio3537 Місяць тому

    I watch far too many UA-cam videos, and I enjoy all different genres, but there’s a beauty and flow in these that I just don’t see anywhere else. Just fantastic.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  Місяць тому

      That is such a kind comment and I’m so pleased that you enjoy my vlogs. They are a pleasure to make. Thank you so much 😊 Have a super week. Take care🌻🦋

  • @Chrisfeb68
    @Chrisfeb68 Місяць тому

    I love how cozy she seems while the storm blows outside.

  • @norm5785
    @norm5785 3 місяці тому +2

    Thank tou for sharing you visit to Wedgewood. Wonderfull housewares.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      Wedgewood museum is absolutely brilliant!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb
    @AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb 3 місяці тому +2

    Enjoyed the Wedgwood and birdlife and thank you for sharing your experience of Isha.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      I am pleased that you enjoyed the vlog.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @beverleycottingham23
    @beverleycottingham23 16 днів тому

    I’ve just caught on to this channel and it really does appeal. I was thinking how does this girl earn her living and now I know! How idyllic. I need a new adventure! Thank you! My dad opened my eyes to bird watching but you have now linked it artistically.
    Thank you!

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  16 днів тому

      Hi Beverley, I am so pleased that you are enjoying the vlogs; well done to your Dad for getting you into bird watching too- it is a hobby that is good for your soul. Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @mikehurley5052
    @mikehurley5052 3 місяці тому

    Loved it.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you, Mike! Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @nataliavaldivieso7753
    @nataliavaldivieso7753 3 місяці тому

    Wonderful. Thank you x

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @ceceliadalzin5887
    @ceceliadalzin5887 3 місяці тому

    love your videos and thanks for sharing these

  • @keithmorris1962
    @keithmorris1962 2 місяці тому

    Just lovely. Thanks

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  Місяць тому

      That is so kind of you. Thank you so much, Keith. Take care🦋🌻

  • @katharinebrain3276
    @katharinebrain3276 3 місяці тому

    Great video. Thank you.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @DrBLReid
    @DrBLReid 3 місяці тому +1

    Enjoyed the video very much! We will pray for you that God will keep you safe!

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      That is so thoughtful of you- thank you so much. Take care🌻🦋

  • @deansmith9232
    @deansmith9232 2 місяці тому

    Wow wonderful that was spectacular!

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much, that's really kind of you. Take care🦋🌻

  • @Daytona2
    @Daytona2 3 місяці тому +1

    I didn't know about Wrens communally nesting 😮 I wonder if any other birds do that.
    I've never seen the wind cracking the ice before!
    Glad you're through it OK. The repeated storms have been vile.
    You've nice writing, for a teacher, Vanessa, it always amuses me when teachers write in childlike style, outside of work.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      That is a good question about communal roosting; I know that some do, but not in a small nest box like that; I loved reading about the record of 61 wrens all tightly packed together for warmth; isn't that adorable?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @user-cg2wy8gr4i
    @user-cg2wy8gr4i 3 місяці тому +1

    Special as always!!!

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @binkolney196
    @binkolney196 Місяць тому

    you had me when you knew your lichens ... your art is fabulous ...

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  29 днів тому

      I’m trying to learn more of my lichens but I know the common ones now and I think they are wonderful 🤩 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @jackmullett9198
    @jackmullett9198 3 місяці тому

    Once again delightful to watch.😎

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Thank you so much, Jack! Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @carlpegg3958
    @carlpegg3958 2 місяці тому

    Looks excellent

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

  • @g2D1
    @g2D1 Місяць тому

    I love how she places her hand on the first page and makes a connection!

  • @malcolmmyatt9092
    @malcolmmyatt9092 3 місяці тому

    What a beautiful soul you are. Thank you for bringing us along ❤

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @suzannestevens8257
    @suzannestevens8257 2 місяці тому +1

    Lovely to watch my gorgeous country and listen to your contentment! Thks.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you, Suzanne!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @paulmclaine6413
    @paulmclaine6413 3 місяці тому +1

    I can't think of any storms when I lived in Uk like the ones you suffered lately.
    So your a busy Lady , busier than I ever realized, so I will try and keep my comments concerning questions to a minimum in future.
    You need a clip fastener on your chimney Vanessa but I hope you found it.
    I used to go by a place when cycling with my Brother close to Derby named Denby Pottery Est 1809 which is still producing but Wedgewood is on the next level I guess.
    Hopefully that is the last of the bad weather for a while for you.
    Your smile always makes me smile.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      We do seem to have a lot more storms these days; it's ever since we gave them names; I think they like to have their name heard and so they ramp up their stormy efforts a bit more!🤭 Isha, decided she would rather suit a chimney hat and so, she has not returned it, but something else happens to our poor chimney in the next vlog...😱 What a wonderful part of the world to cycle with your brother when you were younger! Thank you for your lovey comment. Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

    • @paulmclaine6413
      @paulmclaine6413 3 місяці тому

      I think the Americans started naming Storms for whatever reason Vanessa.

  • @WanabeHippie
    @WanabeHippie 3 місяці тому

    Wonderful vlog. Thank you. Stay safe.

  • @brianscott7443
    @brianscott7443 2 місяці тому

    I love your tea making ritual ❤

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому

      I am so pleased that you enjoy that part as I love to make a cup of tea! Thank you for watching and commenting. Take care🦋🌻

  • @lafarmhouse
    @lafarmhouse 3 місяці тому +1

    fabulous❤

  • @annheadley5004
    @annheadley5004 3 місяці тому +1

    Your photography and artwork are really fantastic. I love your journals.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      I am so pleased that you enjoy the vlogs and the journal entries, Ann.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @anthonybelcher7261
    @anthonybelcher7261 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi this was without any doubt a super exciting vlog throughout.l just love watching your totally amazing journey along the wintertime scenic canal. You always make the very best videos that is so interestingly brilliant.❤⭐️👍

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      You are such a star, Anthony! 🤩Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @andypandy955
    @andypandy955 3 місяці тому +1

    Beautiful 🥰

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @martiniv8924
    @martiniv8924 3 місяці тому

    Waiting for this for a while, the canals are calling , thank you Vanessa 🙏🏻

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      That is so kind of you! Thank you so much for waiting and for your lovely comment. Take care🦋🌻

  • @richardstevenson8442
    @richardstevenson8442 3 місяці тому

    Having fun watching your videos.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That makes me very happy!Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

  • @arjanvogel6444
    @arjanvogel6444 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless you Vanessa.

  • @666maiden5
    @666maiden5 Місяць тому

    Your channel is awesome new sub now the binge begins 🤘🇮🇪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for becoming a new sub too. Have a super week. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @Earthstein
    @Earthstein 2 місяці тому

    I thoroughly enjoyed this presentation.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому

      I am so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for commenting. Take care🌻🦋

  • @propulsar
    @propulsar 3 місяці тому +1

    What a lovely video.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @janroberts1815
    @janroberts1815 3 місяці тому

    Your work is so beautiful 💗

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you, Jan. I have a question for you, boaters keep telling me not to moor in Hanley Park; it looks so pretty there, would you moor there? As a local, I think you might be able to help me with this. Take care🌻🦋

    • @janroberts1815
      @janroberts1815 3 місяці тому

      I haven't lived in Stoke on Trent for 46 years since getting married and moving to Cheshire, so can't really comment, but as always take care where you moor, safety in numbers usually. I know there is either a Marina or moorings in Etruria, or there was some years ago

  • @user-xw9if1nu8q
    @user-xw9if1nu8q 2 місяці тому

    Im impressed

  • @pim1234
    @pim1234 14 днів тому

    Great drawings !

  • @paulstern8719
    @paulstern8719 Місяць тому

    Great Drawings

  • @sandymackrell4098
    @sandymackrell4098 3 місяці тому

    What an adventure ! So cozy in your boat during a storm..😊

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      It was a bit of an adventure! And you are right, it does feel cosy in the boat when it is wild outside. Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204
    @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 3 місяці тому +2

    good see you ok after te storm thanks lee

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you, Lee. I hope you were okay too?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @stevecam724
    @stevecam724 3 місяці тому

    Happy weekend Vanessa, I love storms and the ruckus they bring 😀

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      Happy weekend to you too!Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

    • @stevecam724
      @stevecam724 3 місяці тому

      @@themindfulnarrowboatfreezing for you but we are entering a heat wave.
      Tomorrow 30C, then 36C, then 39C, 41C, 40C, 32C, 27C, 28c, 33C. Aussie summers are ok if you don't get the humidity 😆

  • @kimdeakin7678
    @kimdeakin7678 3 місяці тому +1

    You are very talented great video x

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      That is so kind of you. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @grahamcoffer1720
    @grahamcoffer1720 3 місяці тому +1

    Really interesting content.Thank you.

  • @Red-ns9ny
    @Red-ns9ny 3 місяці тому +1

    Love it ❤ keep safe and warm in the torn sky 🥰😊🦋

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      "torn sky" great phrase! 🤩Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

    • @Red-ns9ny
      @Red-ns9ny 3 місяці тому

      @@themindfulnarrowboat it’s funny how words arrive and flow to paper 🥰🦋🐝🌹 have a lovely wknd xx

  • @jigln202
    @jigln202 3 місяці тому

    that was Lovely, and what a talented Artist too. Blessings.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you!Thank you for your lovely comment- have a super week, take care🦋🌻

  • @user-ms3df7kt5z
    @user-ms3df7kt5z 3 місяці тому

    Thank you

  • @brianclarke7169
    @brianclarke7169 3 місяці тому

    Excellent. Talented lady. Thank you

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      You are so kind.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the weekend, take care🌻🦋

  • @annjarvis9300
    @annjarvis9300 3 місяці тому +1

    Awwww lovely bird life and my even a snow drop so glad you made it safely through the storm we lost our large tree so sad grew from a foot high was about 25 foot I think took 18 years to grow sad no time to see another get that big but may still plant another in spring tc now the oldies 🤗🤗

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      Oh no, Anne your poor tree- you must have been so sad- 25ft! Perhaps you can have it chopped to lay out for insects and hedgehogs in your garden?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @mastercraft5798
    @mastercraft5798 3 місяці тому

    As always, a soothing, relaxing and comforting vlog. You are truly gifted Mrs M.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      I am so pleased that you found it relaxing! What a kind comment. Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

  • @JaneHughes-gx1pl
    @JaneHughes-gx1pl 3 місяці тому

    I just love you guys. ❤
    I've been binge watching all your VLOGS to catch up with all your adventures.
    You brighten my day..
    Keep doing what you're doing.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      That is so kind of you! I am so pleased that you are enjoying the vlogs.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @pemman
    @pemman 27 днів тому +1

    Thank you for your lovely and interesting content. Also really enjoyed your poem.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  26 днів тому +1

      You are so welcome.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @G0RXA
    @G0RXA 3 місяці тому

    Brilliant video and so good to see behind the scenes! Well done, lovely journey and glad you survived the storms! Have a super week ahead.

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      Let's hope for some calm weather from now on!Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

    • @G0RXA
      @G0RXA 3 місяці тому

      @@themindfulnarrowboatJust watched again, did you find your chimney hat?

  • @edgarperez9372
    @edgarperez9372 3 місяці тому

    I love the video,great work on the book 😊be safe God bless

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @anitaokearney1970
    @anitaokearney1970 3 місяці тому

    Beautiful artwork and poetry in your books

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      That is so kind of you.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

  • @johnsutherland6322
    @johnsutherland6322 3 місяці тому

    Love your blog Vanessa and your amazing content on wildlife something different every time 🧚‍♀️🧚🏻

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      You are so kind☺️Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

  • @keithburgess-zf3vl
    @keithburgess-zf3vl 2 місяці тому

    Another great vlog I've only just stating to watch your vlogs so calm to watch

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  2 місяці тому

      I am so pleased that you are finding the vlogs relaxing.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @christineprice5463
    @christineprice5463 3 місяці тому

    You are living a wonderful life! The canals are beautiful and your artwork is so beautiful. I love my book. So relaxing. 😊

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому +1

      Hi Christine, I really do enjoy this lifestyle even when there are storms and empty water tanks, I love it! I am so pleased that you like your book. Thank you so much for buying it. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

  • @kevinfaulkner9859
    @kevinfaulkner9859 3 місяці тому

    Watched your video for the first time which kepted me interested....Great artist and pesenter !

    • @themindfulnarrowboat
      @themindfulnarrowboat  3 місяці тому

      I am so pleased that my video kept you interested- that is good to know!Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the weekend, take care🌻🦋

  • @Drforbin941
    @Drforbin941 3 місяці тому

    Your books are beautiful!

  • @disco0752
    @disco0752 Місяць тому

    Nice art work!