Moored up … so what NOW … this is what happens! | NARROWBOAT Living Ep110

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  • Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
  • We cruise our NARROWBOAT floating home to a chance perfect mooring. We show you how we keep cool on our narrowboat, and we have a farewell BBQ, before saying our goodbyes to Nikki, as we part ways … for now! We’ll see Niiki again soon, im sure! 🥰
    So … we’re at this beautiful mooring … so what now?
    This episode shows you a little insight on what happens when we’re moored up!
    Hope you enjoy this video 😃 xx
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    Bread Recipe:
    500g white bread flour
    7g fast acting yeast
    7g bread improver ( optional)
    2tsp salt
    1tsp sugar
    200ml water
    100ml milk
    3tbsp olive oil
    Mix all together to form dough
    Flour a board and knead dough for 10 minutes
    Place in bowl, covered in a warm place, for 1 hour to prove
    Knead again for a couple of minutes, just to knock the air out
    Place in brad tin for cooking, cover and leave to prove for another hour
    Score the top of the risen dough
    Put in pre-heated oven, gas mark 6, for 25-30 minutes until cooked
    Should sound hollow when tapped on the bottom
    Enjoy! ❤️
    If you’re new to our channel, just a little introduction. We are Julie and Martin and in 2021 we sold our house and gave up our jobs, to live full time on a narrowboat. We bought our 2004 narrowboat Rhapsody in Blue in the September and have been living full time onboard ever since. We hadn’t intended on vlogging, but recorded videos for ourselves and family and it has escalated into the weekly vlogs you see today, so lovely to have you all onboard! ❤️
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 205

  • @JulieandMartinonRIB
    @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

    If you enjoy our videos and would like to leave us a tip, you can buy us a coffee here, just click on the link, bmc.link/JulieandMartin Thank you so much, it really means a lot to us ❤️

  • @TiniBarg
    @TiniBarg 3 місяці тому +1

    I absolutely love Nicky!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  3 місяці тому

      Aww that’s lovely to know, I’ve passed your comment on to Nikki, as we’ve just met up again with her for the winter, so look out for her in future vlogs! Thank you! xx

  • @TruckinPiperBob
    @TruckinPiperBob 5 місяців тому +1

    Relax time 😊, get away from the worldly noise and watch one of your videos 😊

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Aww that’s lovely to hear from you Bob, so glad you’re enjoying our videos! Thank you! xx

  • @gracebean7441
    @gracebean7441 5 місяців тому +4

    BEST PART WAS MARTIAN AND THE FROG!!❤🎉❤🎉

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      😂😂🤣 yes that frog was a bit lively wasn’t it! 🤣 xx

  • @geoffmower8729
    @geoffmower8729 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi guys, I really enjoyed this wonderful video. I love the cooking section, even though it makes me hungry every time.😂😂 It's so amazing how you can just stop, and set up camp at a mooring when ever you find a nice place. It looks like there's one thing about owning a narrow boat that's the same as owning a house. there's always something that needs doing. Martin does an exceptional job with the maintenance on Rhapsody, it really is a credit to you both just how beautiful the boat is presented. Oh well I'm back off to reality now, at least until your next video where I can dream. Stay safe guys.👍🏻👍🏻❤❤

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Geoff, yes you’re right, there’s always something that needs doing on a boat, it’s a never ending list of jobs lol 😂 Thank you for your lovely comment! xx

  • @donnaheule5275
    @donnaheule5275 5 місяців тому +5

    What a wonderful vlog, I thoroughly enjoyed it. 👏 Julie your pasta salad and homemade bread looked very tasty, thanks for sharing the recipes. Martin your love for Rhapsody In Blue really shows with all the care you give her. Take care 🤗❤️

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Aww thank you for the lovely compliments Donna, both recipes are really easy! Martin does do a good job doesn’t he, thanks! xx

  • @howardeastman-uk
    @howardeastman-uk 5 місяців тому +1

    You both certainly sell narrowboat life. I love your content! x

  • @clairekendrick5687
    @clairekendrick5687 5 місяців тому +1

    What a wonderful vlog. Top job with the seats and the bread wow! Beautiful mooring, absolutely living your best life ❤️

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Claire, we really loved that mooring! Thank you so much for your lovely compliments too! xx

  • @jenniferpruden4059
    @jenniferpruden4059 4 місяці тому +1

    Very interesting video 🎉. A good variety of content instead of just cruising along. Thank you for sharing your life. You obviously enjoy cooking and the bread looked lovely, bet it smelled nice whilst cooking!! Lovely couple of relaxing days doing little jobs. Stay safe. 🙋🙏👍🛥️

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  4 місяці тому

      Hi Jennifer, glad you enjoyed joyed it, the bread was lovely, I couldn’t believe how well it turned out! Thank you! xx

  • @joycedellinger2528
    @joycedellinger2528 5 місяців тому +1

    That area was so peaceful and green! Martin with the frog was quite the laugh and I enjoyed seeing him do maintenance on the narrow boat. That tunnel was sure wet, and I bet that frog would've felt at home in there!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Joyce, that frog was very lively wasn’t it! And that mooring was just perfect, exactly what we like! Thanks Joyce! xx

  • @nancywyatt1857
    @nancywyatt1857 5 місяців тому +1

    My husband and I love thunderstorms as well! We had lots of thunderstorms this summer which was really nice! Thanks for another lovely vlog, you guys. I’m getting hungry now after all your delicious food 😂

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Nancy! We were really disappointed that we didn’t get the thunderstorm, it just rolled around us and then went away, never mind, at least we stayed dry lol! 😂 Thanks Nancy! xx

  • @ChrisP-qs1ys
    @ChrisP-qs1ys 5 місяців тому +1

    Will do 🤞🤞🤞

  • @getlostwhenwondering393
    @getlostwhenwondering393 5 місяців тому +1

    The view when you came out of the tunnel was wonderful. Lovely mooring area, definitely a place to visit again.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Oh yes, we’ll definitely be back there! Thank you! xx

  • @dorothydotson7154
    @dorothydotson7154 5 місяців тому +1

    Good choice on the umbrella! That's a downpour in there. Parting ways is always sad but your paths will cross again somewhere down the canal for sure. The bread looked wonderful. I eat a lot of bread and cheese. If you have that you then you have the basics of a meal. ❤

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Dorothy, oh yes, that umbrella was a great choice, it was literally raining in there lol 😝 I couldn’t believe how well the bread turned out, it was yummy! Thank you Dorothy! xx

  • @vickyf164
    @vickyf164 5 місяців тому +1

    Hey Guys, great vlog ❤ I bet Finn was looking and waiting for you both the first time Nicky moored up. I’m sure you will meet again soon. Have a blessed week 🙏

    • @vickyf164
      @vickyf164 5 місяців тому +1

      Forgot to say that bread was the best home baked loaf I have seen for a long time!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Aww Finn is lovely, but it won’t be long before we see them again xx

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Aww thank you, I couldn’t believe it myself, the bread was better than I could have imagined! Thanks Vicky! xx

  • @jillosler9353
    @jillosler9353 5 місяців тому +4

    How absolutely beautiful and peaceful; it makes you realise the meaning of the expression 'Heaven on Earth'! Very drippy tunnel - but that just adds to the adventure 😊. Thank you Julie and Martin for allowing me to join you remotely on your travels; I cannot understand why your subscribers don't total thousands more!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Oh thank you Jill, it’s lovely to have you onboard! Lovely words, thank you so much! xx

  • @kerrysharpe40
    @kerrysharpe40 5 місяців тому +1

    I can really see why you loved that amazing mooring, just my cuppa tea too. Love your videos, a really good mix of music, fun and facts. All the best to you both NB Time to Pootle xx

  • @TCBfan62
    @TCBfan62 5 місяців тому +1

    Another lovely video Julie & Martin. What a lovely spot you moored up in. It looked so peaceful.
    Your pasta salad and homemade bread looked delicious. Kenny said he’ll have the heel next time. 😂
    PS I’d be the same as you with the frog! 😝I can cope with spiders and snakes but I’m squeamish when it comes to frogs and toads.
    Take care you two. xx

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Phyllis & Ken, hope you’re both well 🥰 I couldn’t believe how well that bread turned out, it was delicious! Kenny is welcome to the noggin, would be lovely to see you both, but even though we are on our way north, you’ll still be so far away 😏 That frog was lovely wasn’t he, but oh no, can’t deal with spiders!! Speak soon! xx

    • @TCBfan62
      @TCBfan62 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB Haha! Noggin! I love it. 😝💞

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      😂😂

  • @CarolWhite-il7ki
    @CarolWhite-il7ki 5 місяців тому +1

    The stool Martin is doing the boards on reminds me of a stool my dad got when I was small ,I used to sit on. I think it was a little smaller but loved it . Thankyou.

  • @ChrisP-qs1ys
    @ChrisP-qs1ys 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you both so much for the info, got a couple of viewings on Friday, fingers crossed 🤞🤞😊

  • @jacquelineryde7339
    @jacquelineryde7339 5 місяців тому +1

    Wow that tunnel likes to rain 😂what a super torch Julie, would you mind sending me the details, that is a must purchase I think it is fantastic the way you could see all the bricks of the tunnel. Aww see you Nikki ❤❤. And bread maker, no end to your talents well done ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Jacqui, this torch is amazing, it’s actually 250,000 luminaries, it’s bonkers bright! Here’s the link amzn.to/3XzLRgU Hope you get to try the bread! Speak soon xx

    • @jacquelineryde7339
      @jacquelineryde7339 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB thank you lovely xxx

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      ❤️

  • @CarolWhite-il7ki
    @CarolWhite-il7ki 5 місяців тому +1

    Good varnishing martin

  • @CarolWhite-il7ki
    @CarolWhite-il7ki 5 місяців тому +1

    Thankyou that was nice. Take care

  • @HellyAvard-xt6mz
    @HellyAvard-xt6mz 5 місяців тому +1

    Lovely you do find some good spots!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      We absolutely loved it at that mooring Helly! Thanks! xx

  • @Rowingatbow
    @Rowingatbow 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for showing us this beautiful part of the UK. Safe travels. Cara and Joe

  • @TheMassiveAdventure
    @TheMassiveAdventure 5 місяців тому +3

    It certainly is a wet one 😂
    Through Shrewley Tunnel, with a thunderous roar,
    Rhapsody in Blue faced a deluge galore.
    Admiral Julie, with her umbrella so grand,
    Stayed dry as a bone, like she’d walked on dry land.
    Captain Martin, at the helm, got drenched to the bone,
    Looked like a soggy sea dog all alone.
    “Help!” he bellowed, “I’m soaked through and through!”
    “Arrr!” Julie replied, “It’s just a pirate’s bath for you!”
    As they sailed out, Martin squelched with a cheer,
    Julie winked and said, “A wet treasure’s near!”

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      OMG that’s brilliant!! 🤩 Thank you so much! This has made our day! xx ❤️

  • @deborahharding135
    @deborahharding135 5 місяців тому +2

    So many shades of green before & after the tunnel, plus the reflections, just gorgeous.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      It really was a lovely cruise! I’m really looking forward to the Autumn colours too, not long now eh! Thanks Deborah! xx

  • @ianwebb2235
    @ianwebb2235 4 місяці тому +1

    That bread looked so good!!!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  4 місяці тому

      I
      Hi Ian, lovely to hear from you! I couldn’t believe how well that bread came out, it was yummy! 😋 Thanks Ian xx

  • @rocka-cb7kk
    @rocka-cb7kk 5 місяців тому +3

    ITS THE FANTASTIC JULIE AND MARTIN they are top stars great views great journeys great viewing very well put together great filming there worth every view follow them there just amazing much better than you can ever imagine we love them keep watching and dont for get to bang the bell so you can see more fantastic journeys from the wonder full adventures keep watching .

  • @LizWorsley
    @LizWorsley 5 місяців тому +1

    Watching this in France and ooooo the frustration of poor reception wifi where we are at the moment! Nikki is stuck on a permanent goodbye! My Thursday “fix” from your wonderful travels will have to wait til we move on! Try again tomorrow. Did Martin have an umbrella in that drippy tunnel?

  • @EdSmith-wb6lx
    @EdSmith-wb6lx 4 місяці тому +1

    Dont forget to put a float on the torch just in case. Lime water is hard to get rid of so i know Martin will be cleaning and polishing / Got to keep boat clean and it always looks great. Stay safe catch you next vlog. Ed 40 S of Vegas

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  4 місяці тому

      Hi Ed, that’s a good idea, thank you! Yes, Martin checks the boat most mornings for bird mess, leaves, and especially after going through tunnels and usually gives the boat a rinse off! Thanks Ed! xx

  • @michaelcoker3197
    @michaelcoker3197 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @neildaly6787
    @neildaly6787 5 місяців тому +1

    What a great mooring spot. That was a thorough job varnishing the seats Martin...and I love the "workbench"! That was certainly a good loaf you baked Julie. I could smell the freshly baked bread from here! Very nice drone shots yet again. Thanks for sharing. Cheers.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww thanks Neil, we absolutely loved it at that mooring! Glad you enjoyed it! xx

  • @MrLangDog
    @MrLangDog 5 місяців тому +1

    What a nice, secluded mooring. When you were showing the tunnel wall with the new light it looked like Martin was about to crash ! Seeing that loaf made me toast a ciabatta roll ! 😂

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      It really was a beautiful mooring!
      Lol re the torch, it was great to see so much more of the tunnel! Glad you liked the bread, hope you enjoyed your ciabatta! Thank you! xx

  • @DaveAppleton
    @DaveAppleton 5 місяців тому +1

    This was a great vid, thanks. I think Paul Hollywood would have been proud of that loaf. I'm watching this when you're talking about 27° and it's due to get down to 3° tonight in the Bournemouth area tonight(it's only the middle of September 🤦🏼) 😂

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  4 місяці тому +1

      Yes I know, it’s been quite cold these last few days hasn’t it, although it’s about to get warmer for a week or so 😃 Don’t think I’d get the P Hollywood handshake just yet lol, but thank you for the lovely compliment! It’s good to know you enjoyed the video, thank you! xx

  • @Bill-1370
    @Bill-1370 5 місяців тому +2

    Another great episode, I do envy y'all.

  • @tteric67
    @tteric67 5 місяців тому +2

    Lovely vlog! I must say the pace on the canal is wonderful. Stupendous views across the countryside 360 degrees! And seeing Martin doing his jobs reminds you of the housekeeping a home on the water demands to keep it looking in top condition. I was very sad to see Nicky and Finn leave though, she is very such a great sport! Have a wonderful weekend guys! ❤️

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Eric, thank you, lovely compliments! That mooring was definitely one of our favourites, we just loved it there!
      Don’t worry, we’ll see Nikki again soon!
      There’s always jobs that need doing on the boat, it’s a never ending list lol 😜
      Thanks Eric! xx

    • @tteric67
      @tteric67 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB them jobs keep you fit i guess, lol, but then again, Rhapsody always looks pristine. Did you know i have some Rhapsody in Blue roses in my garden here! Also loved the drone footage! 💪💎💎💪

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww thank you. I didn’t know there were Rhapsody in Blue roses! Thanks Eric! xx

    • @tteric67
      @tteric67 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB yep! And it is a blue-ish purple too! I think you should get one now! 😎

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      I’ll definitely look out for that! 😃 Thanks Eric! xx

  • @SallySpark
    @SallySpark 5 місяців тому +4

    Cool torch and great video to see in the tunnel so clearly which we would normally not see. Thanks for sharing

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +2

      Hi Sally, the torch is amazing, I can’t wait to use it in a really long tunnel! Glad you enjoyed this week’s vlog! Thanks Sally! xx

  • @edwardtc8129
    @edwardtc8129 5 місяців тому +2

    Good evening Julie and Martin, that morning really does look good and Martin fantastic work re varnishing the wooden seats. Julie that loaf of bread looked absolutely amazing. Hope you have had a wonderful week and are keeping warm now the temperature has well and truly plummeted. Have a wonderful weekend, lots of love and best wishes as always

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Edward! We really loved it at that mooring, it was almost like being on holiday! Martin did a good job on those seats didn’t he 😃 That bread was yummy! You’re right, think Autumn is definitely upon us, we even put the fire on the other night!! Have a great week Edward! xx

  • @deborahharding135
    @deborahharding135 5 місяців тому +3

    I feel like ive had a holiday watching this episode!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww that’s lovely of you to say Deborah, thank you! xx

  • @timlocke1548
    @timlocke1548 5 місяців тому +3

    Hi, Thank you for real & unfiltered. Many blessings to you & yours🌞

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Thank you Tim, I don’t think you can beat nature when it comes to colours, no need for filters, nature does it best! So pleased you enjoyed this one! Thank you! xx

  • @kneaded9798
    @kneaded9798 5 місяців тому +2

    Another wonderful vlog! 🎉🎉

  • @PaulineBoardman
    @PaulineBoardman 5 місяців тому +1

    Your bread looks delicious x

  • @CarolWhite-il7ki
    @CarolWhite-il7ki 5 місяців тому +1

    Your bread looks lovely

  • @chrismis2062
    @chrismis2062 5 місяців тому +1

    That was a truly lovely mooring spot, and such a great opportunity for odd jobs getting done. The seats look beautiful, Martin, and the bread looked scrummy, Julie! I love fresh bread with a bit of cream cheese and strawberry preserves on it. A perfect combination!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      It really was a beautiful mooring, we loved it there! Oh definitely, fresh bread with strawberry jam, just perfect! Aww thanks Chris! xx

  • @nigelgregory7308
    @nigelgregory7308 5 місяців тому +1

    Another great vlog guys, amazing mooring and great weather to catch up on a bit of boat tlc, i agree with Martin, fresh baked bread = jam doorstep 🍞🍞😋

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Nigel! So glad you enjoyed this one, that mooring was just perfect, we loved it there! Actually I agree too, there’s nothing like jam on fresh bread! 😋 Thanks Nigel! xx

  • @margaretfiggs2606
    @margaretfiggs2606 5 місяців тому +1

    The bread looked good

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww thank you, it really was tasty, I was chuffed to bits when it came out that well! xx

  • @craigculver1933
    @craigculver1933 5 місяців тому +2

    Just a beautiful fun video, Thanks so much for sharing your adventures.

  • @brenthartsfield1708
    @brenthartsfield1708 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for another beautiful scenic video. This one left me thinking of how many, many years the farms you are cruising through have been farmed. The history that comes to mind is amazing. That led to today's question...With so much rich history, how many regional dialects do you all have ... and where are you and Martin's accent (or as we say in the South...twang) originate from?

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      There are many local accents, Martin is from London, so he is what is known as a cockney, and I’m from Essex, so I have an Essex accent! You’re right though, there is so much history along the canals, it’s fascinating! Thanks Brent! xx

    • @brenthartsfield1708
      @brenthartsfield1708 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB Thank you for sharing about your accents. I once visited a popular tourist trap in Colorado with my Mom. As we were just talking away, a nice couple in front of us turned around and asked where we were from and named our home town, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee! Apparently our accents are discernible that we could be identified to the county and state. Never in my wildest imagination that I'd ever think that was possible...but there it was. Anyway, can't wait to see what y'all get into next. Thanks a bunch!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Wow that’s brilliant! I guess some accents are more recognisable than others xx

  • @rogerr1296
    @rogerr1296 5 місяців тому +1

    Hey Guys. I do woodworking myself and for a really nice finish with varnish, I buy it in a spray can. Martin probably already knows but, spraying gives a much nicer finish that using a brush. Oh, and if the year on Martin's coffee cup is his birth year, then we were born in the same year (1962). My birthday is Monday as a matter of fact. 😊 Thanks for another one. Take care.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for the tip Roger! And Happy Birthday for tomorrow! Well spotted, that is Martin’s birthday year 😃 Thanks Roger! xx

  • @maureentaphouse5206
    @maureentaphouse5206 2 місяці тому +1

    Next time if you want to check if it is cooked you turn it upside down and tap it with your knuckles . It should sound like a drum. Mind you you started with good flour I use the 6 seeds flour which is a nice one.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  2 місяці тому

      Hi Maureen, yes I’ve found that flour to be the best! Thank you for the tip! xx

  • @tracylydon
    @tracylydon 5 місяців тому +1

    sat here feeling extremely hungry seeing your home made bread 😊great vlog as always x

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww thank you Tracy, I couldn’t believe it came out so well! Glad you’re enjoying our little videos! xx

  • @marionjohansson4235
    @marionjohansson4235 5 місяців тому +1

    Julie your bread looked really good, who needs store bought?😍

  • @rocka-cb7kk
    @rocka-cb7kk 5 місяців тому +1

    all that stuff off the trees and plants i seen that in a pond where i was working at a big house and it was a bloody great size garden but i agree julie that is a great place we would love it there its better than city life wonder full another great journey another warm show bless ya both xx

  • @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204
    @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 5 місяців тому +1

    good see you got vid out on channel and get job done on the boat and nice food and cranking it on the cut thanks lee

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Thanks Lee, there always seems to be loads of jobs to be done in the boat, it’s a never ending list lol 😜 xx

  • @cbeuck5024
    @cbeuck5024 5 місяців тому +1

    My vivid imagination!! Found the old man of the tunnel? As you leave left hand side ( chin, open mouth,nose,eye and long stragily hair)😉
    Mention of a storm reminded me - was the tree in previous vlog hit by lightning?
    What is a BBS? Presume safety standard audit for canal worthiness - can't have RinB going to the bottom😬😵‍💫
    Thanks for another interesting vlog - Martin is a " jack of all trades" like my dad was. Jan Adelaide🩷💙

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      OMG we watched it back and wow, there he was! Spooky! 😳
      The BSS is the Boat Safety Scheme certificate, a bit like an MOT is for cars, only for boats it’s every 4 years and very thorough!! Martin is quite handy that’s for sure, he’ll have a go at anything! Thanks Jan xx

  • @gingerbob
    @gingerbob 5 місяців тому +2

    What a great torch, that will be fantastic in the longer tunnels 😊 Amy and Wes are such a nice couple, easy company ❤ great that you all managed to spend some time together 😊 didninhear a donkey in the background? 😂 mummy Julie pasta 😋 nice to see Martin getting some jobs done at last 😂😂 stay safe ❤❤

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww thanks matey! Are you sure you didn’t hear a donkey? 🤔😂 Hope we meet up again soon, perhaps a winter BBQ or two! 😃 xx

  • @martinandlucygrant361
    @martinandlucygrant361 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi Guys, loved the video, bread looked amazing, the frog took centre stage😂😂

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Martin & Lucy, I could t believe how well the bread came out! That frog was certainly lively 😂😂 Thank you! xx

    • @martinandlucygrant361
      @martinandlucygrant361 5 місяців тому +1

      We have ordered a torch too!! arrived this AM from Amazon, Wow !!!!! it even comes with a little lamp too, great dog walking and cruising on our Viking 23

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      @@martinandlucygrant361It’s a great torch isn’t it! Aww we used to have a Seamaster 27 cruiser, we loved it! Have fun! xx

  • @LnBh-s3c
    @LnBh-s3c 5 місяців тому +1

    Home made bread yummy.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      I was pleasantly surprised at how good that loaf came out! Thank you! xx

  • @DavidVermaak-n6r
    @DavidVermaak-n6r 5 місяців тому +1

    Another lovely episode, thank you. I get a bit nervous when I see your camera so low to the water when you take those lovely clips. It is totally worth it, but, please don't drop the camera into the canal. A very peaceful mooring. Liked you bread. Martin I may have a tip for you when painting your wood. Firstly, in South Africa an oil based varnish. After sanding I mix 1/3 varnish with 2/3 thinners. This allows the varnish to soak into the wood well. After it is dry a second coat of 50/50 of thinners & varnish. once dry a light sanding. The final coat of just varnish. This will help the varnish to last longer and the re-varnishing will be not so often. In recent years we have found that is SA a water based varnish hold up better with our hot sun. Thanks again for a great episode. Granddad Dave.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Dave, don’t worry about the camera, I won’t be letting go lol, I love those shots too! Thank you for the tip with the varnish, mind you, with our wet climate here in the UK, not sure that water based would be any good, but will definitely try the thinners! Thanks Dave! xx

  • @JoanneHealey
    @JoanneHealey 5 місяців тому +1

    Oh! Just ordered the torch as well!!!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Brilliant! It’s amazing, I can’t wait to use it in a really long tunnel! We’ll be doing Harecastle soon, so might try it in there! Thanks Joanne xx

    • @JoanneHealey
      @JoanneHealey 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB we're doing the harecastle tunnel tomorrow! Pity we haven't got the torch yet!!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww that’s a shame. We’ll be heading that way soon going north, I’ve finally persuaded Martin to go through Harecastle, he really doesn’t like them 🫣 xx

  • @landbk5015
    @landbk5015 5 місяців тому +1

    I think the sheep bleeting would be a better sound for your hooter.
    Barry

  • @SueSeibert
    @SueSeibert 5 місяців тому +1

    Going to try the bread…as we are in Texas we don’t do metric, but I believe we have figured it out. Does bread improver really improve it? Never heard of it but I’ve ordered some from Amazon.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Sue! The bread improver helps it to last a little longer. Usually with homemade bread if you don’t eat it on the first day, it’s stale by the second day. With the bread improver, it lasts a few days before going stale. You’ll have to let us know how it goes! Thanks Sue! xx

  • @AnthonyCarter-g2o
    @AnthonyCarter-g2o 5 місяців тому +1

    Personally I think the Shrewley district of the GU to be one of the most beautiful stretches of navigation.Did you use a yacht varnish on the seats? And that yellow,daisy like flower is Ragwort which is poisonous to livestock.Lovely cruise 😊

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      It is a really pretty stretch of the canal, we loved it! Yes, it’s glossy yacht varnish that we used. I didn’t realise that pretty little flower was poisonous, I’ll definitely remember that, thank you! xx

  • @rocka-cb7kk
    @rocka-cb7kk 5 місяців тому +1

    thats fantastic i can see it all very good idea that helps martin makes me wonder how he did it in the dark may be he likes his carrots

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      I wondered what you were talking about then Derek, but realise you mean the tunnel lol 😂 Yes that torch is amazing! Thanks Derek! xx

  • @LizWorsley
    @LizWorsley 5 місяців тому +1

    What happens if you two take a holiday abroad? Can you leave Rhapsody in a Marina for as long as you need? After a frustrating start, managed to get some wifi! Thanks for a great video.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Glad you got the WiFi sorted! Yes, we can pay to leave our boat in a marina for however long we need to. Thanks Liz ! xx

  • @edwardhoughton2565
    @edwardhoughton2565 5 місяців тому +2

    Xx

  • @JoanneHealey
    @JoanneHealey 5 місяців тому +1

    Just watching your latest vlog! Brilliant!!! What's the power washer you're using? I'm the power washer for our boat atm! Need to get something better and easier! 😆

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Joanne, lol re you being the power washer 🤣 The one Martin uses is this one www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B094LML29Q/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_3ZR8G96X0S7J2DST39RR?linkCode=ml2&tag=julieandmarti-21 on Amazon, it’s definitely a cool gadget 😃
      We may do a video during the winter of all our power-saving and space-saving gadgets, it’s surprising how something little can make so much difference. Thanks Joanne xx

    • @JoanneHealey
      @JoanneHealey 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB brilliant! Will definitely save my back from aching! 😆

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Glad we could help! xx

  • @gracebean7441
    @gracebean7441 5 місяців тому +1

    I'm stuck in the crappy usa. I am saving for a 45-50 . Her name will be Bailey's Heart.
    Hopefully see you at Crick next year. Bailey is my odd blk/WHT best friend who looks like a cow. I'LL BRING THE TEA AND WINE!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Grace, aww really hope you get ‘Bailey’s Heart! Hopefully see you at Crick! xx

  • @duncanchalmers8551
    @duncanchalmers8551 5 місяців тому +1

    Can you tell me what model that pressure washer is? Is it a complete kit or something you put together? Thanks, love the videos.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Duncan, this is the one we have, it comes with quite a few accessories.
      amzn.to/4cYgMrZ
      Really glad you’re enjoying our little videos, thank you! xx

    • @duncanchalmers8551
      @duncanchalmers8551 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB thank you. Just bought a narrow boat and thought that is perfect for the bird poop we will encounter

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      @@duncanchalmers8551oh definitely! xx

  • @cbeuck5024
    @cbeuck5024 5 місяців тому +1

    Just started watching ...will comment later but have to ask you to " re - view" the end of tunnel vlog - left hand side - do you see what I see?? 😄😁 Jan Adelaide

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Jan, we’ve watched and re-watched and we don’t see anything? What can you see? Thanks Jan! xx

  • @ChrisP-qs1ys
    @ChrisP-qs1ys 5 місяців тому +1

    Could i ask who fitted your diesel reflex heater, much appreciated love the vlogs 😍

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hi Chris, yes it was Lockgate Stoves, we videoed the whole thing here ua-cam.com/video/hB8U_k_2sho/v-deo.htmlsi=chLTwLZH86XPh0rf
      Their details are:
      Lockgate Stoves
      Paul or Olivia - 0115 998 8305
      Email: info@lockgate.com
      Web: lockgate.com/
      Hope this helps! xx

  • @keneyre-lk7xc
    @keneyre-lk7xc 5 місяців тому +1

    you are a lovly couple

  • @CarolWhite-il7ki
    @CarolWhite-il7ki 5 місяців тому +1

    I haven't tried making bread yet keep saying I was going to have a go I did have a go in a bread making machine but didn't like it much,but must have a go properly.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Oh give it a go Carol, it tastes better when you make it yourself! 😜 xx

  • @rocka-cb7kk
    @rocka-cb7kk 5 місяців тому +1

    julie i want that bread what do you use in yeast do you use bread flower any tips can help i can make bread but havent done it for years

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      I use the 7g sachets of yeast that you get in supermarkets. I put the recipe in the description, but here it is for you. xx
      Bread Recipe:
      500g white bread flour
      7g fast acting yeast
      7g bread improver ( optional)
      2tsp salt
      1tsp sugar
      200ml water
      100ml milk
      3tbsp olive oil
      Mix all together to form dough
      Flour a board and knead dough for 10 minutes
      Place in bowl, covered in a warm place, for 1 hour to prove
      Knead again for a couple of minutes, just to knock the air out
      Place in brad tin for cooking, cover and leave to prove for another hour
      Score the top of the risen dough
      Put in pre-heated oven, gas mark 6, for 25-30 minutes until cooked
      Should sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

    • @rocka-cb7kk
      @rocka-cb7kk 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB hello to the best people on the river its been a shite week i worked monday tuesday i had to come home in the rain wednesday i didnt go as it was funny the sky looked like it was fed up i got to work this morning at 7 am but again the sky was just dread full julie 60 now 3rd of september she had a cry cause she cant get over being old but i said your as old as your feeling or who your feeling lol msrtin was real good with his cleaning and his varnish work it makes me sneeze but i will say his a clever man he does all sort .i loved the tunnel it was great to watch caroline sent us some likes but she dont talk she just likes you know but then your the best on the river you do a good job of filming .julie loves it when you laugh she said you have a great out look where is nikkie going she was ok to its a shame shes gone she was ok loved her dog i watched slade in flame the other night great film oh yes did you have a go at the surveys i was on life points this afternoon and branded surveys just go to 35 pound that will go to the bills it all helps julie still looking for a job her moms 90 this year we love ya both xxxx

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww tell Julie she’s not old, 60 is the new 40! 😃 xx
      I’m definitely interested in the survey thing, how does it work? Is there a website site to go on and register? Thanks Derek! xx

    • @rocka-cb7kk
      @rocka-cb7kk 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB julie if you go on google type in ylive surveys it will take you to the site just sign up and off you go same with all surveys if you type in paid surveys on line there will be a lot of them if you need to know the best ones let me know i can sent you my mobile number o help you with it id you like i can call you as i dont pay for my calls i would be pleased to help i have done well on them you know me i wouldnt use them if they was rubbish but i do know the best ones ive been doing them for years well since 2014 they got us out of the mess some times life points is a real site you have to watch out for trick questions thats to make sure your reading them any way let me know i would like to help its worth it its better to have a bit of money rather than nothing you can do well if you stick to it

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Brilliant, thanks Derek, I’ll give it a go! xx

  • @feloniouscraphammer
    @feloniouscraphammer 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for saving me money on nerve pills.(lol)

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww you are very welcome, so nice to know that you enjoyed our video! xx

  • @rocka-cb7kk
    @rocka-cb7kk 5 місяців тому

    martin thats a great job i cant use varnish it makes me sneeze my ass off

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww that’s a shame, Martin did a good job didn’t he 👍 Thanks Derek! xx

  • @keneyre-lk7xc
    @keneyre-lk7xc 5 місяців тому +1

    when i was akid we used ro call tht green weed duck weed

  • @michaelcoker3197
    @michaelcoker3197 5 місяців тому +1

    What are all those thingamajigs on the roof?

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Hi Michael, on the roof do you mean the solar panels? They help to keep our batteries topped up, hope this is what you were meaning! Thanks Michael! xx

    • @michaelcoker3197
      @michaelcoker3197 5 місяців тому +1

      @@JulieandMartinonRIB There are a number of antennas and other devices. And a Spitfire.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Yes, we have an aerial for the TV and a WiFi aerial for the internet and the Spitfirr is our little nod to the previous owner of the boat, as he was in the RAF xx

  • @helencoates3624
    @helencoates3624 5 місяців тому +2

    That pretty wild flower was ragwort, a notifiable dangerous plant. Don't allow children or dogs near it

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Oh wow, and it looked so pretty too! Thankx for telling us! Thank you Helen xx

  • @NotMolly-jf2rh
    @NotMolly-jf2rh 5 місяців тому +1

    I haven't been here for a couple of months so I'm afraid to ask.... Where's the dogs 😞 ?

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hiya! You must be confusing us with someone else, as we don’t have any dogs. Could you be confusing us with Mark & Debbie from Well Deck Diaries, or maybe Caroline & Pete from One Day More Aboard? (their little doggies are all ok 🥰) Hope you enjoyed our video xx

    • @NotMolly-jf2rh
      @NotMolly-jf2rh 5 місяців тому +1

      You're right. I was like where's Hammish!? I was triggered bybthe loss of Dexter and wasn't exactly sober. Sorry. LOL

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Aww it’s easily done, Caroline & Pete pop up in our videos and we pop up in theirs too lol 😜 Love Hamish, the way he just plods along, and Poppy is like an excited puppy! 🐾 xx

  • @nicholassimpson5646
    @nicholassimpson5646 5 місяців тому +1

    Great vlog shame nicky left you lovely views great painting Martin wish I could have your but even buying a cheap yogurt pot boat 20ft I worked it out £150 licence a month £40 month insurance and £75 petrol a monthly cannot afford it so with the under payment the government giving going to fix my cock a poo hips instead I love to see if I could boat at 59 with bad hips my south and bad ticker keep up great vlogs try not to drop any more frogs from high well that pasta looked great I do one with prawns and nuts on top lovely with prawn sauce instead off what you put on

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому +1

      Aww thank you Nicholas, yes boating’s not cheap unfortunately! Thanks for the tip with the pasta, I’ll try the prawn sauce, that’ll be nice with prawns and salad! Thanks Nicholas xx

  • @heartofahobbit
    @heartofahobbit 5 місяців тому +1

    Your not weird for liking thunderstorms! I, myself, love a good thunderstorm. They just don't seem to last as long as when I was a kid. Couple 2 or 3 boom booms and then it's over.

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      Hiya! Lovely to hear from you! I know what you mean, we don’t seem to get thunderstorms like we used to, like you say a couple of flashes and booms and they’re all over 🤷‍♀️ Thank you! xx

  • @heartofahobbit
    @heartofahobbit 5 місяців тому +1

    That touch should work very well in the longer tunnels. Such a lovely vlog. Thanks so much for sharing!

    • @JulieandMartinonRIB
      @JulieandMartinonRIB  5 місяців тому

      You’re welcome! Yes I can’t wait to try the torch in our next tunnel which should be Harecastle tunnel 😃 Thank you! xx