I speak about the delayed release date for my book in this video, I am super sorry for anyone who was expecting it sooner, I know it will be far closer to what I envisioned and I hope it will be ok with all of you ❤️ Because of this I will no longer be having a book signing event this month, but you are still welcome to stop by if you saved the info, I’d love to say hello! As a sensitive soul (perhaps a bit too sentimental at times) shifts and transitions always take time to accept, and I have realized that I have been holding on to my old cottage memories without fully embracing life in the present. Has anyone else run into this? Holding on to a rosy version of the past or a fantasy? This is a continuation of a previous video I made about change. I have been moving around my entire life due to my fathers job, and moving again brought back a lot of those feelings of worry and unrest I always felt before going to a new duty station. While none of this is necessarily that important, I thought it would be - perhaps - helpful to share with you that there is so much positive shared online about embracing adventure and change, and that's so awesome, but it's also ok for these things to challenge you and be less-than-perfect. Few things in life can be wrapped up and tied with a bow and presented as without a flaw, everything can get messy and a bit complicated, especially in regards to human consciousness and the full scale of emotions. Sending you a big hug 🥰
As you and your team do your part alongside the universe’s timing, all is well in hand and as it should be. I have plenty of Cottage Fairy and Friends book suggestions to read in the meanwhile 🥰
🌬🕊🌎...heyy, love your videos, you, are a ray of shineshine, and the effort is seen in your trying to make them well, good luck with the new world now, sending Love and patience...change of any kind is hard, even very good ones 🌬💞🍀
Good things take time and we are just excited that you are even releasing a book! I can’t wait to receive it - when the time is right is when it’ll all make sense and flow. And yes - I too look at my past with rosy colored glasses at times. Certain people, events, memories - it’s like you long and yearn for them again but sometimes have to realize maybe you really don’t want that - more so the idea of it - we forget how we felt back then, or that maybe we truly weren’t as fulfilled as we thought we were. Sometimes it’s easy to take snippets of your past and fantasize about them or think how amazing it was - then evaluating the whole overall experience and realize everything happened the way it was planned and you are exactly where you’re supposed to be right now! ♥️
A lovely vlog. I’m a Brit in the U.S. I miss everything about England very much for about 18 years. Family, Food, quaintness, weather, rolling hills, history, architecture etc. It’s so different here. I have never adjusted but tell myself it’s not about me but my family here. I have my memories and am trying not to get sad but that I should feel fortunate I get to experience another culture and have a home and family. I would like my US family to appreciate the things I miss about my home, but obviously they are not from there so do not understand my homesickness. Thank you
Oh, I would so love to visit England, Ireland and Scotland. I have several little cottages (decorations) from homes there. I hope you get to go back home to England periodically. I understand your homesickness. I am from the states, but, I always wanted to go back and live in my childhood home. I remember the lovely gardens my mother had and the trees I used to climb and my pets buried there. So many lovely memories. But, now DelDot is taking my childhood home (and others) to make a new road mainly for trucks to go through. It hasn't happened yet, but, they were hoping to start tearing down our homes this year. It makes me very sad and I feel ill to my stomach thinking about it and knowing that one day it is going to be gone completely. My family says I will have the memories, but, to me, it's not the same. I hope you have made many friends from England here. Take care! 🌻
Oh I wish I can visit England and its neighboring countries someday! I see why you're homesick. It's a lovely place there. Greetings to you and all the British.
My mother is from England and we used to go visit our family there (and in Ireland) quite often. I absolutely love everything about the UK and my dream is to move there when our kids are grown. I hope that you get to go visit your home often.
I totally understand. I live in the States, but if I had the chance to live in England, I'd go. So many ancestors from there, I feel called for all the reasons you mentioned. There are things I love about the States, but it's become such a scary mess with the non-stop gun violence/mass shootings and drug fueled crime/drug usage.
I’m in the same situation and it’s so nice to hear someone else feels the same way. I’ve been here almost a decade and I miss England ever so much. I worry that I’m romanticizing the past and not really living fully in the present, but when I do go back it’s like a huge weight has been lifted. I just bought my first house and feel I should be happier, and then feel guilty. Life can be so strange.
See, this is exactly why I live vicariously through you. My anxiety would never allow me to lay down in a field like that without getting paranoid about all the bugs and spiders that could be crawling up my dress or in my hair. So glad I get to watch someone else do it and I can get a little joy from watching yours in that moment.
❤ great video. Life is always changing and I love how you put it “you must fall in love with life again and again”. You truly are an amazing young lady ❤
Life gives us cycles. I've learned to see them as gifts. I've moved a lot in my life and know the anxiety it causes. Someone said that if you live in the future you live in anxiety, if you live in the past, you live in depression. Made sense to me as I've experienced both. I'm about to move into the next cycle of my life. My sons are grown and gone and I've never lived alone, ever. I'm moving, not sure where yet and will be alone. Can't express all the emotions but as an older woman, I understand how you feel. Time to move on, but moving forward gently. Thanks for being so vulnerable and real🙂🫂
Hi Mary, I am in the same boat somewhat as you at this chapter of my life. I’ve just moved in April to a new small home alone. My sons have moved on with their lives. Just had a birthday and realized I am starting over…Once more, I am learning to navigate this cycle of my season bravely and focusing on the new horizons with excitement! But a little sad in the mix. “Lettering go” is my new mantra now! 🌷
@@chantellucky4565 Oh wow, that's encouraging. Thanks for sharing. I'm excited and anxious at the same time but what would life be if there were no changes.
I’m out exploring a new town in a new state that I’ve moved to. I’m sitting having a cappuccino. The weather is perfect here in Nashville Tennessee. It’s a new city with much more traffic than I’m used to, too. I hate the 8 lane highways. Scares me 😱. Our house 🏡 will be going through some renovations so it will be upheaval. I don’t have a garden here to escape to. I had to give away my beloved kitty 🐱. My husband has retired now can be a bit bossy. A new state of being. The dust is still settling. I’m ok.
New era new you. So many new people and places. Join an art class. 🎨 very calming if hubby is stressful at times. Take classes or go to lectures, meeting people who have a new perspective. Have fun on Yr new adventure ✨️
I love your videos Paola, your insights, your honesty, your struggles. I am 68 and still struggling with things even though I really have everything I ever wanted. Sometimes I just need to step back and look around me and, yes, as cheesy as it sounds, count my blessings of which you are one. Thankyou. ❤️
It’s even more heartbreaking reflecting on this quote. She spend the last several years of her life trapped from nature. From everything. She was so brave.
Since I got married 14 years ago, we have moved house 14 times. Sometimes in the Same town, sometimes different provinces(states) and one international move abroad and back. I'm restless and find it difficult to delve deep into relationships. But I'm adaptable to chance and love the unknown places.
Saw a quote recently that just really hit me, "There is no future in your past." I've noticed it is consistently swirling in my brain when I start to express regret or dwell in the past. It has really helped stop me in my tracks and refocus.
I married my high school sweetheart many years ago, we were 21 and 22! I remember crying the first week because I missed my bedroom and everything that was "home"! We are married 39 years now, but you made me remember that.
1 million subscribers! You're building up your life after marriage, I'm building mine up after a divorce. My ex was supportive of me having a garden until I bought a home and we moved in... then he changed for the worst and got angry that I would "ruin it!". So I left him. It's taken me several years but I now have another beautiful home that I can make my own. This morning I was tidying up my garden and the realisation of how far I've come just hit me. I was so happy to see what I've been able to build. Just take time to look around you and suddenly you remember all the challenges have been worth it.
I love how you said “We look back on our past memories through rose colored lenses, and see what we want, not necessarily what was.” I’ve been thinking about that a lot the last few weeks. It’s so true. I always love watching your videos.❤️ They make me feel peaceful and calm. I don’t know that I will ever live in a cottage in the mountains, but I would love to try it one day, even just for a short time. Thank you for making such great positive content!
Watching this reminds me of Henry David Thoreau: "I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived..." You are so blessed to live in such a lovely place... Congratulations on the 1m subscribers! 🎉🎉🎉
I spent 23 years 1800 miles from home in order for my family to all be together. I was so homesick. I'd lived in the same house for the first 26 years of my life. Moving from the Northeast to Montana was a total culture shock. I'd also lost my dad and then had unexpected major surgery that led to complications. Although I eventually resigned myself to being there, I was so so happy to move home in 2017. It takes a long time to adjust even when the changes are happy ones, especially when you're introverted, shy, and sensitive.
I've just left my childhood home after 23 years. I have lived in other places short term as an adult but I was glad to always have a familiar place to return to. My parents sold up and are moving hundreds of miles away. I thought I'd be okay with it but turns out I'm more sensitive than I thought; I didn't realise I actually find it hard to let go sometimes. I went through all the feelings from anger to grief to uncertainty. Instead of dwelling I'm looking forwards to making a new home for myself on my own and starting the rest of my life in a beautiful new place ❤️
@@jackieo8693 I sympathize. My children have one by one moved far away also. Some to another state entirely! I too feel loss and grief, especially since I'm without a husband at this time of my life. Lots of tears!
@@jaym2760 it is. I think you can grieve over a home, especially when you had to leave unexpectedly. I'm handling it well though. Thank you for the kind comment ☀️
I lived in a lovely studio cottage for 9 years, 6 of them on my own, and while I left that magical place back in 2012, I still miss it. Sometimes I let my mind wander and immerse myself in imagination so I can revisit my old friend. There were 2 enormous pine trees just behind the cottage and they felt like guardians. I don't think it's necessarily a negative to hold onto dear feelings and memories. I love and appreciate where we moved to and where we are now, but that time in that special place deserves to be remembered and cherished.
@TheCottageKitten I had my queen sized bed and a couch my old boss gave me. I didn't have company very often but when I did we actually usually sat on the floor. With wall to wall carpet and a nice rug over that and big floor pillows, it was super cozy. I mostly kept my space for myself, though. Only had a handful of guests. I don't see the problem with the bed, though?
When I was 8 yr old we moved from the only place I'd ever lived (on a farm) to the inner city. It was a real culture shock & I hated it ! However, over time I adjusted and didn't move again until I married at age 20. Circumstances made my 20's & early 30's a constantly changing situation & I lived many places all over the world. Widowed at age 30 - I remarried at 34 and finally, stayed in one home and at one job for 28 years. It was lovely! My life was finally stable. We did move to Florida when we retired 12 years ago but have stayed in the same place here for 12 yr. I have definately become someone who prefers to stay stable and secure with one person , in one life, in one place.
Wise words, beautiful video. I moved two years ago after living in a house not far from where I am now. If I’m in the previous area, I still get sad even though I’m very happy where I am. My husband and I raised our two children there, had countless number of sweet animals, etc. He was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and I was devastated. So we moved to a cottage next to my daughter and her husband. I may have written all this before, but I guess what I want to say, my grief of my old life comes in waves. I never know when it will hit, but I can balance myself back again by, like you said; focusing on the joys in my present life. After much work, he was diagnosed PD symptom free. Total miracle! So we have many joys. But thank you so much for the reminder to live in the present. 💕
💖The pandemic forced me to move from California (home for 21! years) to cold East Coast Connecticut and I fell into a DEEP 2 year depression and only now just starting to be present and allow myself to find beautiful moments to appreciate as I get stronger.🙏💖
Bless your heart. The culture shock and weather shock must have been so intense. I’m so proud of you for continuing to find your path. I hope you find great joy and beauty this fall so that you feel encouraged.
Paola 💜. i love how you embrace being a sensitive soul- i am one as well and often look at myself in a negative light. Thank you for encouraging me to love all of who i am💜🙏💜🙏🙏🙏💜💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜
When I moved to a mountain to live with my partner, I was unexpectedly very homesick. I cried and moped around. The altitude also affected me. On a dime, I would jump in my car and drive home 2 hrs away. I needed that. My soul needed that. Then, one day, about 8 months later, I realized I hadn’t cried in a while. It’s okay to go back to that beautiful valley. Take your puppy with you. I’m sure he misses it too. It doesn’t mean you’re not committed to your marriage and your new home. That valley and cottage will always be special to you,
Thank you so much for this reminder. I am 73 and three years ago God moved us from where our two girls grew up and the place where our five granddaughters loved to come. Even though I know this is where we are to be, at least for now, I miss all the memories we had in our home we had built. I so appreciate your honesty and thoughtful ways of expressing how you feel. Blessings to you and your husband as you begin new memories! ♥️
One million!!! I suspect strongly you don’t measure a thing by that number but rather feel a lot of gratitude to have one million cottage friends ❤️still, congratulations ⭐️ 6:32 am, Husband wakes up, I’m watching your video. Good morning, Cottage Fairy made one million 🥰 “She did? Awww, how wonderful!” 🤗
Hi Paola, I got covid 4 days ago (after 2 yrs of avoiding it) and i’ve been watching your videos because they help me calm and breathe better somehow. I’ve always wanted to live in NYC but in recent years i’ve wanted quiet and solitude, to practice my green witch lifestyle and create a small home like this with lots of animals. I realized that’s my true calling. I love people i love talking but I’m happy in solitude, I’m never bored, I’m always doing new things and finding happiness in the small things. I will hopefully make my future like this someday. The world is far too overwhelming to me now, i’m paranoid of being in big crowds, crime is getting out of control and i just want quiet with my pets. Anyways thank you for your videos during this tough time, I’m struggling with this illness but you’re making it easier 😊
Thank you earth angel, for your artistic and philosophical contribution to this murky digital sphere. I am so glad so many more souls have grown to appreciate the contemplation, calm, and visual creativity you bring. "Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that". Thank you for adding to the space of light-worker luminaries.
Paola, I have enjoyed watching you transition from a cozy cottage for one to a cozy cottage home for two (and more someday)!!! Your style is awesome and your quietness and love of nature brings a peace to my heart. The LOVE you have for family, friends & your critters is heartwarming and genuine. And you have shown us that change and stepping out of your comfort zone is possible!! Thank you so much. Hope you have a fantastic day! 🌞🌷🌼🌻🌹🌾🐕🐈⬛💖
I have moved a lot in my 27 year old life too. Probably to 15 or so places. Moving is so hard for me. Change is so hard for me. It's a difficult and a different kind of anxiety that come with change. Omg some of us are so attached to where we live, and leaving a place behind and moving is almost like a breakup. I'm not even exaggerating. That's how I feel.
I find when I'm stressed over changes to think of it as swimming or snorkeling . When I'm under water diving into the memories of things that brought me comfort or relaxation - I'm looking around in my mind at all that I knew and loved. But it is often very helpful to swim to the surface, get a huge breath, and just float for awhile. It allows me to look at the clouds while gently floating above all the old known and comfortable things that cushion me as I see the possible in the shapes of the clouds above and then focus on the horizons I can just see above the waterline. Floating along without thoughts just to feel the present is a different uncontrolled sensation but such a break from my mind being immersed in the old comfortable sights. Then I swim to the shore ready to explore the tree line I saw from above the deep, comfortable waters. Enjoy your swim for what it teaches you. You've already learned so much!
I too moved often as a Child, it was hard for me to make friends as I was a strange and Sensitive Child , so I can relate a little to what You were saying . I think my imagination helped me in those times. Now I am happy about my Strangeness and Sensitivity . I noticed You hit 1 Million Cottage Fairy Tribe and I for one , am glad to have found You in the midst of these times We are going through . Your sharing of all the things and feelings You go through ...and of course the wonderful footage of Mother Nature has helped soothe me and are a real Balm for my Soul ...Blessings to You Paola from someone at the bottom of Our World (New Zealand) xx
I know exactly what you’re talking about. We moved around always when we were children, always in the same town but in a different house, it was exasperating to say the least, that’s where my insecurities started. My first marriage the same thing we moved everywhere it was like repeating the dysfunctional cycle. When I got the divorced, my children and myself stayed in one place for almost 10 years, it was the first stability in my life that I ever had. Then I married my childhood sweetheart eventually bought our own house, and as I mentioned before he had a massive stroke at 55 in 2004, died in 2014. I live with my Cairn Terrier Otis Ray, who I adore ..my children and my grandchildren are all grown up now ❤️I am going to be 72 in November And I live in that same home. I am settled and somewhat content although I do miss my husband very much. Anxiety does start for me anyways with my childhood with all the uncertainties that I went through with the moving. Also I did not have a good relationship with my parents that contributed to a lot plus the move. You are doing beautifully, you are a spirited and kind soul.❌⭕️❌⭕️🐶Otis and me~ Massachusetts
Lots of changing house for me as a child also. Now my husband and I still live in the home we bought over 40 years ago , never bothering to have to rent and move as he had the same when he was a child. So sorry you lost your soulmate so soon in life. Take care and enjoy the times for yourself as Paola has shown us🤗
@@ladyjane5401 Tell your husband it's your house too and you are not going to sell it. And tell him not to bring it up again. Life is too short to have to be miserable because another person is being selfish. Put your foot down.
Your video popped up on my homepage and the title hit me. What a coincidence! I was just settled down my thoughts 2 years ago after 3 years moved to a country in different continent with totally different cultures, language, weather, food and people. But recently (2 months ago) my husband and I had to moved to a new town with a new home again. I was stressed and sad for at least 6 months because I had fallen in love with our house and the beautiful quiet place we lived. I have to say that it was a paradise and close friends who visited us said so. So I am now feeling unmotivated to do anything even to arrange my many stuffs which are still wrapped in boxes. I tried to run away from the reality and really have no mood to arrange them and to start decorating our new home. But today, I think God has sent me your clip and tell me to move on and stop holding onto a rosy version of the past… thank you for your motivation Cottage Fairy 🙏your new Subscriber, friendly regards from Germany 🌹
What lovely flowers you have. Reminded me of all the hydrangeas, hollyhocks, coneflowers, roses, lilies, irises and daffodils I planted around my former home. After retiring I knew I couldn’t keep up with the physical demands of maintaining my place so I sold it. Love living in a studio in the city but some days I miss my old place. Congratulations on 1 million subscribers!
I have big transitions this year, we moved into a bigger apartment, my kids are both going to be in daycare and school after I’ve been a stay at home mom for 6 years, now I’m starting to work part time and applying to grad schools. I’m looking forward to the changes but I’m also feeling sad and nervous, anxious as well as excited. I can totally relate to how complicated and how it all takes time! Also congrats on 1M and the book! Looking forward to it
Oh, how happy I am to listen you talk about this subject! I just recently moved on my own and the changes - as exciting as they may be - are challenging. I find myself feeling lost, confused in a way. Though I love the place I have, and everything is well, it is difficult to relax. But through routines and being connected to the people I love has made this journey possible. My gratitude for you is limitless, thank you for your inspiring and comforting content!
Good Morning Paola, I recently discovered your channel and I wanted you to know that you are a blessing to this world. Your grace and presence has such a calming affect on me. I am forever grateful. You may know of this score, Many Beautiful Things, but I wanted to share. When I hear the beautiful pieces of music I think of you❤️
This is so true and I feel like it isn't talked about enough, change is the only thing that is constant and it's hard even when we want it and you're so right, in order to create a life we love, we must fall in love with it again and again. Also congratulations on 1 million Paola, you deserve this so much I'm so thrilled for you. Sending you so much light and love this week.
Congratulations on 1 million subscribers! You have single handedly added so much peace & joy to my life. Thank you. You just keep doing you. It’s perfect….oh, and WHENEVER you book comes out, it is fine by me. A joy delayed is a joy that will just grow through anticipation 👍
I went through something similar when I had my second child. With my first, he was such a fun, happy baby I felt like I was playing house with a little doll. When my second one came around, he was also a happy baby, but the work was so. much. more!! I felt like I forgot to breathe, giving all day (and into the nights) to two little ones, and being a sensitive empath I put ridiculously high standards on myself to meet all of their needs all of the time. Life has a way of eventually settling, and we adapt. I've found the way to make any big transition easier is when I do not ruminate too much about myself or my life (because I am an overthinking addict lol) and just embrace what is. This will never be something I accomplish fully, more like support to help me ease into the different transitions of life. (they are now both teenagers, lots of opportunities to practice my own advice, they are changing on an almost daily basis)
Thank you for sharing your lovely heart! I have definitely felt this. My husband and I have been back in the US for several years after serving as missionaries overseas for a couple years. And I'm still processing what this new life is about. We came back to our hometown, but we live so differently now because of our mission experience. It's easy for me to want to pack up and just go back there. But there wasn't perfect either. And the ways it was beautiful are still with me now. I've had so much confirmation that we are in the right place, but it has been hard to live a new way of life in a place and culture that feel less familiar than they once did. It's all part of the journey, and I am thankful for it 🌷
"You must fall in love with life again and again." That speaks to me as I transition to having all my kids leave home - my youngest moves to a dorm Friday! My middle one came home for a while from a deployment and left to restart college this year, and my oldest was married last year. Changes! And I have been thinking about how this is changing my routine, my anxiety, and the dynamic with my husband. He commented that I am beginning to choose some new hobbies and habits, and he is right. We find, or rediscover, endeavors to fill our time and make life useful, happy, and helpful also to those around us. Life is beautiful, if we just live intentionally and really slow down to enjoy. Thanks, Paola! Mil abrazos y Dios te bendiga.
I've always been sentimental with my past homes. A house holds so many memories, so it is hard to say goodbye. In my past house, we had planted two Norfolk pines, first one in the backyard and a couple of years later, one in the side front yard. The new owners cut the taller older one when they moved in.😟 At least when I drive on the road adjacent to my old neighborhood, I see the top of the Norfolk pine and mentally say hello and have a source of pride that it has grown past all the roofs of the houses and is keeping strong. 😊 What I have found that helps is looking around and seeing that I have many more trees in my new property and that God's goodness has followed me again very much like your beautiful abundant garden that I see on this video which is so beautiful. So, thank you again for featuring flowers that we don't see here in Florida! A big and take care !!☺
The piano music accompanying your video today reminded me of my beloved Mr. Rogers, my TV Dad. With the beautiful flowers and scenery, it was quite a lovely watch. Thank you again.
“All I’ve ever needed was right here”… beautifully stated. I’m very happy come to this conclusion. Your new experiences will continue through out your life and all we can do is embrace it. Life is wonderful in all ways, it teaches us lessons along the way. Paola you are a beautiful soul inside and out, you’ve married the love of your life, you both live in a gorgeous home surrounded by beautiful country. You are both truly blessed. Look forward always but remember it’s also good to glance back occasionally and reminisce those special times . Much love and best wishes always from Northern California.🤗😘❤️🙏💫💐🎁🌷🎨🖌
Congratulations on getting a million subscribers! I absolutely love your channel and for a few minutes I can live in your whimsical world and escape. You’re such an authentic and honest soul and you make me want to be more authentic. Thank you!
Happy to wait for the pre-order. It's going to be such a gift regardless of when the book arrives. We bought our first home in 2020 and it's been quite the adventure as home ownership requires so much more repair, investment and time than renting. We're STILL working on making it our own but the knowledge that we can set down roots here is so meaningful to me. There's so much clout these days in travel and novelty that I really appreciate your encouragement to embrace the present and future being in one place, watering your own garden and not looking into the garden of someone else longingly. The couch looks wonderful and it seems your kitty has fully embraced it too ;) Sending love to you!
You know in India there’s a whole variety of songs across several genres of music which echoes your thoughts about a girl leaving her past life and getting adjusted into her new one. It is very real, surprisingly, to romanticise the past! And … you not only have a husband and a new house but also a new cat! You spoke about it, that’s important. Like you, Luke shares these thoughts, that’s important. We are with you, that’s important. … go ahead !
My kids were military “brats”, too- my husband was an AF pilot. It has actually served them well in life - they learned very quickly to jump right in, and also the value of pruning branches from the past. Pruning is painful, but the result is a more beautiful bush!🥰 You guys are going to be fine- I just know it!
Former Army brat...I believe the constant moving did help me to adapt to change and to being able to easily talk to anyone. But, I see how I am not easily attached to most people/things. This was part of my survival as a kid, I guess...
Former AF brat too. Moved many times with my family stateside and across the seas. Even after I left home and moved to CA, moved into many apartments and houses, married, divorced and finally at 51 bought the condo I still live in today and I’m 74. Not in touch with anyone I went to school with and have a very small selection to friend. Forming attachments not easy and in reflection MIL life showed me how to be resilient but not how to form long lasting friendships. I promised myself I’d never uproot my son and today he is married, four children and good wife. As a single mom I gave him my all so he did not experience an unsettling life and changes if schools. Blessings to you.
@@ehpeachylove Same here, Mags H. It took me a very long time to form the few deep friendships I have. It was so painful being constantly uprooted and torn from the people you loved. Very traumatic.
I've lived in the same neighborhood most of my life. The woods here have always felt like home to me. Recently the land the woods were on was bought, and the main parts of the forest I played in/went on walks through/found comfort in these past 20 years was cut down. This isn't at all the same as having to move your home entirely, but I understand the feeling of grief that comes with losing a place you found solace in. I think you're right, it's equally important to grieve as it is to find the little joys in your new space. Recently I found a giant sunflower field I never would have been able to reach had the woods not been thinned out! I still miss the woods in my memory, but there's plenty of beauty in the new shape of them too. I hope you're able to find many new joys in your new home as well!
Having lived in other countries and cultures, having different homes, I have found when I begin to feel a little lost, I pull out my favorite books and read read read. I take them to a favorite place in my new surroundings and integrate the two. It takes time, but you will adjust. I ordered your book but Amazon says I have to wait till November! Well, it gives me something to look forward to.
I can imagine if you were a shy child it would be extremely difficult moving around the world with your family, making new friends is never easy when you are not a confident child and once you settle and have made friends, you move again! That definitely moulds the person you become. You are doing just fine sweetheart, be easy on yourself, you never have to explain yourself, you are who you are and that’s beautiful inside and out and omg oh so talented! 💝
Absolutely no worries re: book. I’ve preordered it and am excited to receive it. Life is so short please try and not stress. Take your time to make it just right. xo, Cowgirl Deb
I completely understand where your coming from! The hardest part about learning to live with a man... bathroom etiquette... with some men and lack there of, living alone is bliss! But really, I’m moving into a new home in a new state, and I found myself wanting to hate my new home. The former I rented and the new one I own. But I love the rental, made friends, and I didn’t feel so isolated. The new home doesn’t even have mail service. I have to drive a few miles to get my mail. I’m trying to let myself just dream of all the possibilities and all the advantages. But sometimes New I feel reluctant to just talk that step and let go. But I’m going to do it. I’m going to paint my front door, and I’m planing my garden for next year... slowly as a tired snail I’m letting my self love the change. I’m going to win this battle of my mind always turning to nostalgia. I want new memories in my new place, and not look back. I really like the word forward very much.
I can really relate to your words and feelings. My husband, children and I moved to New Zealand from Germany a few years ago.... and although we feel comfortable here, i still miss a lot of things and people from over there. And yes, I do romanticize our old lives, thinking of all the things that were "better" or "easier"... but then I do remind myself, that the grass is greener on the other side and life there had it's challenges too. And we have reasons for having moved, that have not changed.. so it is right. but it is still so hard at times. I truly feel like, in life there is often no right or wrong decision (about which path to choose). There are just decisions and the way we choose to deal with the outcome. Wishing you all the best for your new life and that you can embrace everything that comes with it
Congratulations on the 1 Million milestone, how lovely to know there are so many kindred souls living life along with you :) thank you for all that you bring here
I feel as though you have an old soul as you are wise beyond your years but living in this awkward world we have today. It is difficult with changes in our lives yet your past regarding moving many times, I believe has prepared you for this new stage in your life. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, feelings and concerns with all of us. You are truly an amazing human being of love, compassion, gentleness, understanding and passion for learning. Be kind to yourself for you are God's creation:-)
@Charles Middleton, you must truly possess a very unique and deep soul as it is plainly visible in the eloquent and touching words you use in all your comments....💕
You are just so lucky to live in such a beautiful place!! I love seeing all of the flowers and the mountains. Thank you for sharing so much of your special life!
I moved from a home I loved and lived at for a long time. Shortly after I moved into the new house, my beloved dog died. He was the anchor to my new place because since he was happy, I was happy. After he died I became terribly homesick for my old place. It's been hard to feel truly home. Maybe the loss of Mr. Darcy has pulled you back to the cottage a little more because he was there longest and that's where memories take you.
I so admire your honesty in these videos, and also want to thank you for the visual gift each one has been. I placed an order for your book as soon as I heard that it was available for pre-order. Not to worry about the changed release date. I trust your vision and don't mind waiting longer for an product that you have made even better. It gives me something to look forward to. Hugs, and best wishes for your new life.
Your little talk about change reminds me of a saying: "hard does not equal bad". Marriage is hard, but it's good. Moving is hard, but it can be good. Raising children is hard, but it's good. And the list goes on and on! It's just been an encouraging little saying in my own life. ❤️
1 million subscribers well done... last place and this you live in are far beyond what many would want..... I live in rural village... (Uk) ahhh peace.. xx and the ocean 25 minute drive away.. xx
Phew! Paola, I thought ‘it’s time to move on’ meant that you were no longer going to post videos. I was relieved to learn you meant you would try not to dwell on your old cabin. I know in my married life, I always need moments of solitude, and this makes moments with my family even better. So, take care of yourself, Paola, and take moments for yourself. Sending love and good wishes. 🥰💕💚🧡
Congrats on the 1M subscriber mark!! Awesome!! It's comforting to look back on your life & remember it how you want to. Sometimes that's the only thing that can keep you going in the present. Gorgeous flowers & scenery ❤️ take care sweet girl 🌸
I’m exhausted by all of the change we’ve experienced the last 3 years. We had a baby, my husband finished 5.5 years of grad school under a toxic supervisor, we finally took a deep breath for two months as we moved and he transitioned to a new job only to be hit with a pandemic. We saved and then transitioned again to house shopping in a pricey area so we had to buy an intense fixer upper. We’ve been living for a year in the midst of DIY projects left and right trying to just get the house to baseline (let alone cozy and homey) but are also now expecting our 2nd kiddo around Thanksgiving. We both work full time and are dealing with the ups and downs of our jobs on top of all of this- we’re trying so hard to find space for rest so we are not on empty when the new baby comes but we also have to keep up with renos that need to be complete before the baby arrives. My husband also has very little PTO and is trying to save what he can for some paternity leave. It feels like our life has been in constant transition and I’m soooooo ready for it to end and to feel settled.
I totally understand. Even happy changes require an adjustment. I just recently retired and was ecstatic to be able to do so. So I was shocked to find myself having panic attacks about the unstructured time on my hands. It’s silly bc I have a ton of things to do to keep myself busy but it still has taken me a little while to adjust.
I love how you speak and you can feel the joy, excitement and other emotions while doing so, it's so visible on your face 😊 It's always good to hear you 💖
I cannot tell you how much I look forward to your weekly videos. I appreciate how much work goes into this. I love the light that you bring to me and I anxiously await the release of your book. God bless you and yours.
very helpful and enjoyed this video thoroughly! as someone who recently came to the realization that i had let go of the past which i had so helplessly held close and romanticized despite of its many hardships , i am finally ready to put my full concentration on the present and the future. again very enjoyable video, thank you paola!
Change can sometimes be hard, especially when you were so happy in your old cottage. But give yourself time, quite often you end up feeling that the place you are in now is the best place you've ever lived. You have a lovely husband by the sounds of it.x 🌾🌸🌻
I can’t wait for your book to arrive - and such beautiful flowers! Hope you’re loving your new spot ♥️ It will take time to adjust but this place looks nice too! Calm and peaceful.
You really inspired me to sit back and journal about my drastic changes in my life right now and how I can embrace some of those changes and be patient with them. Thank you for always being raw with your thoughts. I did pre order your book on Amazon and I believe it will hit the shelf at just the perfect time. Have a wonderful week.
Someone once said to me ' It's ok to look back, just don't stare" The best to you and Luke on this beautiful journey.
Well said 👏
Wow..... wise words.....I feel them...x
Love this, thank you!
Wise words thank you for sharing.
@A R, I love this quote and need to remember it. Thank you for sharing it. 😊
I speak about the delayed release date for my book in this video, I am super sorry for anyone who was expecting it sooner, I know it will be far closer to what I envisioned and I hope it will be ok with all of you ❤️ Because of this I will no longer be having a book signing event this month, but you are still welcome to stop by if you saved the info, I’d love to say hello!
As a sensitive soul (perhaps a bit too sentimental at times) shifts and transitions always take time to accept, and I have realized that I have been holding on to my old cottage memories without fully embracing life in the present. Has anyone else run into this? Holding on to a rosy version of the past or a fantasy? This is a continuation of a previous video I made about change. I have been moving around my entire life due to my fathers job, and moving again brought back a lot of those feelings of worry and unrest I always felt before going to a new duty station. While none of this is necessarily that important, I thought it would be - perhaps - helpful to share with you that there is so much positive shared online about embracing adventure and change, and that's so awesome, but it's also ok for these things to challenge you and be less-than-perfect. Few things in life can be wrapped up and tied with a bow and presented as without a flaw, everything can get messy and a bit complicated, especially in regards to human consciousness and the full scale of emotions. Sending you a big hug 🥰
As you and your team do your part alongside the universe’s timing, all is well in hand and as it should be. I have plenty of Cottage Fairy and Friends book suggestions to read in the meanwhile 🥰
I need your book to nepal
🌬🕊🌎...heyy, love your videos, you, are a ray of shineshine, and the effort is seen in your trying to make them well, good luck with the new world now, sending Love and patience...change of any kind is hard, even very good ones 🌬💞🍀
Empathy hugs from a fellow author and Diplomat’s daughter. ❤️🧚♂️
Good things take time and we are just excited that you are even releasing a book! I can’t wait to receive it - when the time is right is when it’ll all make sense and flow. And yes - I too look at my past with rosy colored glasses at times. Certain people, events, memories - it’s like you long and yearn for them again but sometimes have to realize maybe you really don’t want that - more so the idea of it - we forget how we felt back then, or that maybe we truly weren’t as fulfilled as we thought we were. Sometimes it’s easy to take snippets of your past and fantasize about them or think how amazing it was - then evaluating the whole overall experience and realize everything happened the way it was planned and you are exactly where you’re supposed to be right now! ♥️
I love everyone reading this. If you watch this video, we already have something in common. Love to you all ❤️
And I love you right back, Lena.
You are loved, Lena.
Love to you too ❤️🙏❤️
sending love to you 🌸
A lovely vlog. I’m a Brit in the U.S. I miss everything about England very much for about 18 years. Family, Food, quaintness, weather, rolling hills, history, architecture etc. It’s so different here. I have never adjusted but tell myself it’s not about me but my family here. I have my memories and am trying not to get sad but that I should feel fortunate I get to experience another culture and have a home and family. I would like my US family to appreciate the things I miss about my home, but obviously they are not from there so do not understand my homesickness. Thank you
Oh, I would so love to visit England, Ireland and Scotland. I have several little cottages (decorations) from homes there. I hope you get to go back home to England periodically. I understand your homesickness. I am from the states, but, I always wanted to go back and live in my childhood home. I remember the lovely gardens my mother had and the trees I used to climb and my pets buried there. So many lovely memories. But, now DelDot is taking my childhood home (and others) to make a new road mainly for trucks to go through. It hasn't happened yet, but, they were hoping to start tearing down our homes this year. It makes me very sad and I feel ill to my stomach thinking about it and knowing that one day it is going to be gone completely. My family says I will have the memories, but, to me, it's not the same. I hope you have made many friends from England here. Take care! 🌻
Oh I wish I can visit England and its neighboring countries someday! I see why you're homesick. It's a lovely place there. Greetings to you and all the British.
My mother is from England and we used to go visit our family there (and in Ireland) quite often. I absolutely love everything about the UK and my dream is to move there when our kids are grown. I hope that you get to go visit your home often.
I totally understand. I live in the States, but if I had the chance to live in England, I'd go. So many ancestors from there, I feel called for all the reasons you mentioned. There are things I love about the States, but it's become such a scary mess with the non-stop gun violence/mass shootings and drug fueled crime/drug usage.
I’m in the same situation and it’s so nice to hear someone else feels the same way. I’ve been here almost a decade and I miss England ever so much. I worry that I’m romanticizing the past and not really living fully in the present, but when I do go back it’s like a huge weight has been lifted. I just bought my first house and feel I should be happier, and then feel guilty. Life can be so strange.
“You must fall in love with life again & again.” 🙌🏾 *YAS! …& change provides us the opportunity to do that in new ways each time!* 🤗💚🌹💫
I come to this channel whenever i want to feel peace
See, this is exactly why I live vicariously through you. My anxiety would never allow me to lay down in a field like that without getting paranoid about all the bugs and spiders that could be crawling up my dress or in my hair. So glad I get to watch someone else do it and I can get a little joy from watching yours in that moment.
In Georgia, where I live, you could never lie down like that.
I can’t help wondering, do they not have ticks where they are? I’m paranoid about getting Lyme disease.
You got 1 million ❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰 I'm so happy for you .. you're authentic. You're true fairy
Oh!! thank you so much!!! ❤️
“…romantizing the past while we face the challenges of the present …” - very astute & so true. Thank you! 🌻🐝
❤ great video. Life is always changing and I love how you put it “you must fall in love with life again and again”. You truly are an amazing young lady ❤
Life gives us cycles. I've learned to see them as gifts. I've moved a lot in my life and know the anxiety it causes. Someone said that if you live in the future you live in anxiety, if you live in the past, you live in depression. Made sense to me as I've experienced both. I'm about to move into the next cycle of my life. My sons are grown and gone and I've never lived alone, ever. I'm moving, not sure where yet and will be alone. Can't express all the emotions but as an older woman, I understand how you feel. Time to move on, but moving forward gently. Thanks for being so vulnerable and real🙂🫂
Hi Mary, I am in the same boat somewhat as you at this chapter of my life. I’ve just moved in April to a new small home alone. My sons have moved on with their lives. Just had a birthday and realized I am starting over…Once more, I am learning to navigate this cycle of my season bravely and focusing on the new horizons with excitement! But a little sad in the mix. “Lettering go” is my new mantra now! 🌷
@@chantellucky4565 Oh wow, that's encouraging. Thanks for sharing. I'm excited and anxious at the same time but what would life be if there were no changes.
I’m out exploring a new town in a new state that I’ve moved to. I’m sitting having a cappuccino. The weather is perfect here in Nashville Tennessee.
It’s a new city with much more traffic than I’m used to, too. I hate the 8 lane highways. Scares me 😱. Our house 🏡 will be going through some renovations so it will be upheaval. I don’t have a garden here to escape to. I had to give away my beloved kitty 🐱.
My husband has retired now can be a bit bossy. A new state of being.
The dust is still settling.
I’m ok.
New era new you.
So many new people and places.
Join an art class. 🎨 very calming if hubby is stressful at times.
Take classes or go to lectures, meeting people who have a new perspective.
Have fun on Yr new adventure ✨️
I love your videos Paola, your insights, your honesty, your struggles. I am 68 and still struggling with things even though I really have everything I ever wanted. Sometimes I just need to step back and look around me and, yes, as cheesy as it sounds, count my blessings of which you are one. Thankyou. ❤️
“I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.”
Anne Frank
It’s even more heartbreaking reflecting on this quote. She spend the last several years of her life trapped from nature. From everything. She was so brave.
Since I got married 14 years ago, we have moved house 14 times. Sometimes in the Same town, sometimes different provinces(states) and one international move abroad and back. I'm restless and find it difficult to delve deep into relationships. But I'm adaptable to chance and love the unknown places.
Saw a quote recently that just really hit me, "There is no future in your past." I've noticed it is consistently swirling in my brain when I start to express regret or dwell in the past. It has really helped stop me in my tracks and refocus.
Whenever I'm stressed out about all of the negative things going on in our country, I watch The Cottage Fairy - my happy place.
Thanks lady. 😘
I married my high school sweetheart many years ago, we were 21 and 22!
I remember crying the first week because I missed my bedroom and everything that was "home"! We are married 39 years now, but you made me remember that.
1 million subscribers!
You're building up your life after marriage, I'm building mine up after a divorce. My ex was supportive of me having a garden until I bought a home and we moved in... then he changed for the worst and got angry that I would "ruin it!". So I left him. It's taken me several years but I now have another beautiful home that I can make my own. This morning I was tidying up my garden and the realisation of how far I've come just hit me. I was so happy to see what I've been able to build. Just take time to look around you and suddenly you remember all the challenges have been worth it.
He was mad about an actual garden? 💀 anyways I’m sorry about your divorce but glad you’ve came so far.
I am so happy you were able to leave a bad relationship and are building your home and garden for yourself 🥰
Love your user name :) Glad to hear that you are doing what makes you happy.
@@Jomofire thanks, fellow Whatever :D
Well done for getting rid of this miserable man
I love how you said “We look back on our past memories through rose colored lenses, and see what we want, not necessarily what was.” I’ve been thinking about that a lot the last few weeks. It’s so true. I always love watching your videos.❤️ They make me feel peaceful and calm. I don’t know that I will ever live in a cottage in the mountains, but I would love to try it one day, even just for a short time. Thank you for making such great positive content!
It's always such a joy to check in with you. I only hope somehow we give back as much as we receive. ❤️🙏💞🌈
Watching this reminds me of Henry David Thoreau: "I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived..."
You are so blessed to live in such a lovely place...
Congratulations on the 1m subscribers! 🎉🎉🎉
I spent 23 years 1800 miles from home in order for my family to all be together. I was so homesick. I'd lived in the same house for the first 26 years of my life. Moving from the Northeast to Montana was a total culture shock. I'd also lost my dad and then had unexpected major surgery that led to complications. Although I eventually resigned myself to being there, I was so so happy to move home in 2017. It takes a long time to adjust even when the changes are happy ones, especially when you're introverted, shy, and sensitive.
I've just left my childhood home after 23 years. I have lived in other places short term as an adult but I was glad to always have a familiar place to return to. My parents sold up and are moving hundreds of miles away. I thought I'd be okay with it but turns out I'm more sensitive than I thought; I didn't realise I actually find it hard to let go sometimes. I went through all the feelings from anger to grief to uncertainty. Instead of dwelling I'm looking forwards to making a new home for myself on my own and starting the rest of my life in a beautiful new place ❤️
My daughter is moving twelve hours away. I keep crying off and on. Definitely worried for her and her little girls. Lots of grief
@@jackieo8693 I sympathize. My children have one by one moved far away also. Some to another state entirely! I too feel loss and grief, especially since I'm without a husband at this time of my life. Lots of tears!
@@onepartwild God bless your heart!
That's a huge change, LibbyT. And a genuine loss. I hope you find touchstones to help you reorient.
@@jaym2760 it is. I think you can grieve over a home, especially when you had to leave unexpectedly. I'm handling it well though. Thank you for the kind comment ☀️
I lived in a lovely studio cottage for 9 years, 6 of them on my own, and while I left that magical place back in 2012, I still miss it. Sometimes I let my mind wander and immerse myself in imagination so I can revisit my old friend. There were 2 enormous pine trees just behind the cottage and they felt like guardians. I don't think it's necessarily a negative to hold onto dear feelings and memories. I love and appreciate where we moved to and where we are now, but that time in that special place deserves to be remembered and cherished.
@@alejandraalejandra4700 grieving is totally normal and healthy.
Agreed
@TheCottageKitten I had my queen sized bed and a couch my old boss gave me. I didn't have company very often but when I did we actually usually sat on the floor. With wall to wall carpet and a nice rug over that and big floor pillows, it was super cozy. I mostly kept my space for myself, though. Only had a handful of guests. I don't see the problem with the bed, though?
When I was 8 yr old we moved from the only place I'd ever lived (on a farm) to the inner city. It was a real culture shock & I hated it ! However, over time I adjusted and didn't move again until I married at age 20. Circumstances made my 20's & early 30's a constantly changing situation & I lived many places all over the world. Widowed at age 30 - I remarried at 34 and finally, stayed in one home and at one job for 28 years. It was lovely! My life was finally stable. We did move to Florida when we retired 12 years ago but have stayed in the same place here for 12 yr. I have definately become someone who prefers to stay stable and secure with one person , in one life, in one place.
Wise words, beautiful video. I moved two years ago after living in a house not far from where I am now. If I’m in the previous area, I still get sad even though I’m very happy where I am. My husband and I raised our two children there, had countless number of sweet animals, etc. He was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and I was devastated. So we moved to a cottage next to my daughter and her husband. I may have written all this before, but I guess what I want to say, my grief of my old life comes in waves. I never know when it will hit, but I can balance myself back again by, like you said; focusing on the joys in my present life. After much work, he was diagnosed PD symptom free. Total miracle! So we have many joys. But thank you so much for the reminder to live in the present. 💕
💖The pandemic forced me to move from California (home for 21! years) to cold East Coast Connecticut and I fell into a DEEP 2 year depression and only now just starting to be present and allow myself to find beautiful moments to appreciate as I get stronger.🙏💖
❤️❤️❤️ sending love from Texas!!!
Bless your heart. The culture shock and weather shock must have been so intense. I’m so proud of you for continuing to find your path. I hope you find great joy and beauty this fall so that you feel encouraged.
Praying for you. Blessings
Paola 💜. i love how you embrace being a sensitive soul- i am one as well and often look at myself in a negative light. Thank you for encouraging me to love all of who i am💜🙏💜🙏🙏🙏💜💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜
When I moved to a mountain to live with my partner, I was unexpectedly very homesick. I cried and moped around. The altitude also affected me. On a dime, I would jump in my car and drive home 2 hrs away. I needed that. My soul needed that. Then, one day, about 8 months later, I realized I hadn’t cried in a while. It’s okay to go back to that beautiful valley. Take your puppy with you. I’m sure he misses it too. It doesn’t mean you’re not committed to your marriage and your new home. That valley and cottage will always be special to you,
Thank you so much for this reminder. I am 73 and three years ago God moved us from where our two girls grew up and the place where our five granddaughters loved to come. Even though I know this is where we are to be, at least for now, I miss all the memories we had in our home we had built. I so appreciate your honesty and thoughtful ways of expressing how you feel. Blessings to you and your husband as you begin new memories! ♥️
One million!!! I suspect strongly you don’t measure a thing by that number but rather feel a lot of gratitude to have one million cottage friends ❤️still, congratulations ⭐️
6:32 am, Husband wakes up, I’m watching your video. Good morning, Cottage Fairy made one million 🥰 “She did? Awww, how wonderful!”
🤗
Merci ! J ai encore passé un super moment avec toi 💞
Hi Paola, I got covid 4 days ago (after 2 yrs of avoiding it) and i’ve been watching your videos because they help me calm and breathe better somehow.
I’ve always wanted to live in NYC but in recent years i’ve wanted quiet and solitude, to practice my green witch lifestyle and create a small home like this with lots of animals. I realized that’s my true calling. I love people i love talking but I’m happy in solitude, I’m never bored, I’m always doing new things and finding happiness in the small things. I will hopefully make my future like this someday. The world is far too overwhelming to me now, i’m paranoid of being in big crowds, crime is getting out of control and i just want quiet with my pets. Anyways thank you for your videos during this tough time, I’m struggling with this illness but you’re making it easier 😊
Thank you earth angel, for your artistic and philosophical contribution to this murky digital sphere. I am so glad so many more souls have grown to appreciate the contemplation, calm, and visual creativity you bring. "Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that". Thank you for adding to the space of light-worker luminaries.
Well said Matrix 22
I think it is so very important to share the difficult part of our journeys. Thank you for sharing.
Just want to stop by to say: if the change really doesn't suit you, you can always make another change. No matter what. Hugs from Belgium.
Love your vids….so peaceful, calming and remind me to put life into perspectives. Keep it up! And congrats on 1mil subscribers!
Paola, I have enjoyed watching you transition from a cozy cottage for one to a cozy cottage home for two (and more someday)!!! Your style is awesome and your quietness and love of nature brings a peace to my heart. The LOVE you have for family, friends & your critters is heartwarming and genuine. And you have shown us that change and stepping out of your comfort zone is possible!! Thank you so much. Hope you have a fantastic day! 🌞🌷🌼🌻🌹🌾🐕🐈⬛💖
I have moved a lot in my 27 year old life too. Probably to 15 or so places. Moving is so hard for me. Change is so hard for me. It's a difficult and a different kind of anxiety that come with change. Omg some of us are so attached to where we live, and leaving a place behind and moving is almost like a breakup. I'm not even exaggerating. That's how I feel.
I find when I'm stressed over changes to think of it as swimming or snorkeling . When I'm under water diving into the memories of things that brought me comfort or relaxation - I'm looking around in my mind at all that I knew and loved. But it is often very helpful to swim to the surface, get a huge breath, and just float for awhile. It allows me to look at the clouds while gently floating above all the old known and comfortable things that cushion me as I see the possible in the shapes of the clouds above and then focus on the horizons I can just see above the waterline. Floating along without thoughts just to feel the present is a different uncontrolled sensation but such a break from my mind being immersed in the old comfortable sights. Then I swim to the shore ready to explore the tree line I saw from above the deep, comfortable waters. Enjoy your swim for what it teaches you. You've already learned so much!
Beautiful 🥰
I too moved often as a Child, it was hard for me to make friends as I was a strange and Sensitive Child , so I can relate a little to what You were saying . I think my imagination helped me in those times. Now I am happy about my Strangeness and Sensitivity . I noticed You hit 1 Million Cottage Fairy Tribe and I for one , am glad to have found You in the midst of these times We are going through . Your sharing of all the things and feelings You go through ...and of course the wonderful footage of Mother Nature has helped soothe me and are a real Balm for my Soul ...Blessings to You Paola from someone at the bottom of Our World (New Zealand) xx
I know exactly what you’re talking about. We moved around always when we were children, always in the same town but in a different house, it was exasperating to say the least, that’s where my insecurities started. My first marriage the same thing we moved everywhere it was like repeating the dysfunctional cycle. When I got the divorced, my children and myself stayed in one place for almost 10 years, it was the first stability in my life that I ever had. Then I married my childhood sweetheart eventually bought our own house, and as I mentioned before he had a massive stroke at 55 in 2004, died in 2014. I live with my Cairn Terrier Otis Ray, who I adore ..my children and my grandchildren are all grown up now ❤️I am going to be 72 in November And I live in that same home. I am settled and somewhat content although I do miss my husband very much. Anxiety does start for me anyways with my childhood with all the uncertainties that I went through with the moving. Also I did not have a good relationship with my parents that contributed to a lot plus the move. You are doing beautifully, you are a spirited and kind soul.❌⭕️❌⭕️🐶Otis and me~ Massachusetts
Lots of changing house for me as a child also. Now my husband and I still live in the home we bought over 40 years ago , never bothering to have to rent and move as he had the same when he was a child.
So sorry you lost your soulmate so soon in life.
Take care and enjoy the times for yourself as Paola has shown us🤗
@@patriciacarlyle9456 Thank you so much may God bless you and keep you.
@@ladyjane5401 I am so sorry that you’re going through this❤️may God’s grace reign down upon you and give you strength.. He can when we cannot
@@ladyjane5401 I sympathize with you , what do you do next
@@ladyjane5401 Tell your husband it's your house too and you are not going to sell it. And tell him not to bring it up again. Life is too short to have to be miserable because another person is being selfish. Put your foot down.
Your video popped up on my homepage and the title hit me. What a coincidence! I was just settled down my thoughts 2 years ago after 3 years moved to a country in different continent with totally different cultures, language, weather, food and people. But recently (2 months ago) my husband and I had to moved to a new town with a new home again. I was stressed and sad for at least 6 months because I had fallen in love with our house and the beautiful quiet place we lived. I have to say that it was a paradise and close friends who visited us said so. So I am now feeling unmotivated to do anything even to arrange my many stuffs which are still wrapped in boxes. I tried to run away from the reality and really have no mood to arrange them and to start decorating our new home. But today, I think God has sent me your clip and tell me to move on and stop holding onto a rosy version of the past… thank you for your motivation Cottage Fairy 🙏your new Subscriber, friendly regards from Germany 🌹
Being in the present 🎁 is a gift 💝. You can do this.
What lovely flowers you have. Reminded me of all the hydrangeas, hollyhocks, coneflowers, roses, lilies, irises and daffodils I planted around my former home. After retiring I knew I couldn’t keep up with the physical demands of maintaining my place so I sold it. Love living in a studio in the city but some days I miss my old place. Congratulations on 1 million subscribers!
I love your sweet kitty - always so playful and into everything.
Your videos are full of wisdom and peace that we need in our time right now.
I have big transitions this year, we moved into a bigger apartment, my kids are both going to be in daycare and school after I’ve been a stay at home mom for 6 years, now I’m starting to work part time and applying to grad schools. I’m looking forward to the changes but I’m also feeling sad and nervous, anxious as well as excited. I can totally relate to how complicated and how it all takes time! Also congrats on 1M and the book! Looking forward to it
Oh, how happy I am to listen you talk about this subject! I just recently moved on my own and the changes - as exciting as they may be - are challenging. I find myself feeling lost, confused in a way. Though I love the place I have, and everything is well, it is difficult to relax. But through routines and being connected to the people I love has made this journey possible. My gratitude for you is limitless, thank you for your inspiring and comforting content!
No need to apologize for the delay! Thank you for all you do & share with us.
Your gorgeous vids are always divinely timed & soothe my soul. Thank you, Paola. 🙏🏼😘
Good Morning Paola,
I recently discovered your channel and I wanted you to know that you are a blessing to this world. Your grace and presence has such a calming affect on me. I am forever grateful. You may know of this score, Many Beautiful Things, but I wanted to share. When I hear the beautiful pieces of music I think of you❤️
This is so true and I feel like it isn't talked about enough, change is the only thing that is constant and it's hard even when we want it and you're so right, in order to create a life we love, we must fall in love with it again and again. Also congratulations on 1 million Paola, you deserve this so much I'm so thrilled for you. Sending you so much light and love this week.
Congratulations on 1 million subscribers! You have single handedly added so much peace & joy to my life. Thank you. You just keep doing you. It’s perfect….oh, and WHENEVER you book comes out, it is fine by me. A joy delayed is a joy that will just grow through anticipation 👍
Ordered your book, looking forward to getting it whenever it is ready....everything has a time and Season. I know it will be worth the wait. Peace.
Paola , Congratulations 👏🎉 👏🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
On 1 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS !
WOW !
you go girl !
Hope you continue to grow and Blessings on your journey Fairy !
I went through something similar when I had my second child. With my first, he was such a fun, happy baby I felt like I was playing house with a little doll. When my second one came around, he was also a happy baby, but the work was so. much. more!! I felt like I forgot to breathe, giving all day (and into the nights) to two little ones, and being a sensitive empath I put ridiculously high standards on myself to meet all of their needs all of the time. Life has a way of eventually settling, and we adapt. I've found the way to make any big transition easier is when I do not ruminate too much about myself or my life (because I am an overthinking addict lol) and just embrace what is. This will never be something I accomplish fully, more like support to help me ease into the different transitions of life. (they are now both teenagers, lots of opportunities to practice my own advice, they are changing on an almost daily basis)
Thank you for sharing your lovely heart! I have definitely felt this. My husband and I have been back in the US for several years after serving as missionaries overseas for a couple years. And I'm still processing what this new life is about. We came back to our hometown, but we live so differently now because of our mission experience. It's easy for me to want to pack up and just go back there. But there wasn't perfect either. And the ways it was beautiful are still with me now. I've had so much confirmation that we are in the right place, but it has been hard to live a new way of life in a place and culture that feel less familiar than they once did. It's all part of the journey, and I am thankful for it 🌷
"You must fall in love with life again and again." That speaks to me as I transition to having all my kids leave home - my youngest moves to a dorm Friday! My middle one came home for a while from a deployment and left to restart college this year, and my oldest was married last year. Changes! And I have been thinking about how this is changing my routine, my anxiety, and the dynamic with my husband.
He commented that I am beginning to choose some new hobbies and habits, and he is right. We find, or rediscover, endeavors to fill our time and make life useful, happy, and helpful also to those around us. Life is beautiful, if we just live intentionally and really slow down to enjoy. Thanks, Paola! Mil abrazos y Dios te bendiga.
I've always been sentimental with my past homes. A house holds so many memories, so it is hard to say goodbye. In my past house, we had planted two Norfolk pines, first one in the backyard and a couple of years later, one in the side front yard. The new owners cut the taller older one when they moved in.😟 At least when I drive on the road adjacent to my old neighborhood, I see the top of the Norfolk pine and mentally say hello and have a source of pride that it has grown past all the roofs of the houses and is keeping strong. 😊
What I have found that helps is looking around and seeing that I have many more trees in my new property and that God's goodness has followed me again very much like your beautiful abundant garden that I see on this video which is so beautiful. So, thank you again for featuring flowers that we don't see here in Florida! A big and take care !!☺
Congrats on the 1 million milestone, Paola. You deserve it! You’re such a breath of fresh air in this world. Absolutely inspirational! ❤️❤️
The piano music accompanying your video today reminded me of my beloved Mr. Rogers, my TV Dad. With the beautiful flowers and scenery, it was quite a lovely watch. Thank you again.
This person is trying to impersonate you I think…
“All I’ve ever needed was right here”… beautifully stated.
I’m very happy come to this conclusion. Your new experiences will continue through out your life and all we can do is embrace it. Life is wonderful in all ways, it teaches us lessons along the way.
Paola you are a beautiful soul inside and out, you’ve married the love of your life, you both live in a gorgeous home surrounded by beautiful country. You are both truly blessed. Look forward always but remember it’s also good to glance back occasionally and reminisce those special times . Much love and best wishes always from Northern California.🤗😘❤️🙏💫💐🎁🌷🎨🖌
Yes, I agree, that we look at the past with nostalgia and perhaps not always accurately. Your home is beautiful!
Congratulations on getting a million subscribers! I absolutely love your channel and for a few minutes I can live in your whimsical world and escape. You’re such an authentic and honest soul and you make me want to be more authentic. Thank you!
Change can be scary but it is a beautiful gift to expand , express and grow. Beautiful video thank you for sharing
Happy to wait for the pre-order. It's going to be such a gift regardless of when the book arrives. We bought our first home in 2020 and it's been quite the adventure as home ownership requires so much more repair, investment and time than renting. We're STILL working on making it our own but the knowledge that we can set down roots here is so meaningful to me. There's so much clout these days in travel and novelty that I really appreciate your encouragement to embrace the present and future being in one place, watering your own garden and not looking into the garden of someone else longingly. The couch looks wonderful and it seems your kitty has fully embraced it too ;) Sending love to you!
You know in India there’s a whole variety of songs across several genres of music which echoes your thoughts about a girl leaving her past life and getting adjusted into her new one. It is very real, surprisingly, to romanticise the past! And … you not only have a husband and a new house but also a new cat! You spoke about it, that’s important. Like you, Luke shares these thoughts, that’s important. We are with you, that’s important. … go ahead !
My kids were military “brats”, too- my husband was an AF pilot. It has actually served them well in life - they learned very quickly to jump right in, and also the value of pruning branches from the past. Pruning is painful, but the result is a more beautiful bush!🥰 You guys are going to be fine- I just know it!
Lovely message
Former Army brat...I believe the constant moving did help me to adapt to change and to being able to easily talk to anyone. But, I see how I am not easily attached to most people/things. This was part of my survival as a kid, I guess...
Former AF brat too. Moved many times with my family stateside and across the seas. Even after I left home and moved to CA, moved into many apartments and houses, married, divorced and finally at 51 bought the condo I still live in today and I’m 74. Not in touch with anyone I went to school with and have a very small selection to friend. Forming attachments not easy and in reflection MIL life showed me how to be resilient but not how to form long lasting friendships. I promised myself I’d never uproot my son and today he is married, four children and good wife. As a single mom I gave him my all so he did not experience an unsettling life and changes if schools. Blessings to you.
@@ehpeachylove Same here, Mags H. It took me a very long time to form the few deep friendships I have. It was so painful being constantly uprooted and torn from the people you loved. Very traumatic.
I've lived in the same neighborhood most of my life. The woods here have always felt like home to me. Recently the land the woods were on was bought, and the main parts of the forest I played in/went on walks through/found comfort in these past 20 years was cut down. This isn't at all the same as having to move your home entirely, but I understand the feeling of grief that comes with losing a place you found solace in. I think you're right, it's equally important to grieve as it is to find the little joys in your new space. Recently I found a giant sunflower field I never would have been able to reach had the woods not been thinned out! I still miss the woods in my memory, but there's plenty of beauty in the new shape of them too. I hope you're able to find many new joys in your new home as well!
Having lived in other countries and cultures, having different homes, I have found when I begin to feel a little lost, I pull out my favorite books and read read read. I take them to a favorite place in my new surroundings and integrate the two. It takes time, but you will adjust. I ordered your book but Amazon says I have to wait till November! Well, it gives me something to look forward to.
I can imagine if you were a shy child it would be extremely difficult moving around the world with your family, making new friends is never easy when you are not a confident child and once you settle and have made friends, you move again! That definitely moulds the person you become. You are doing just fine sweetheart, be easy on yourself, you never have to explain yourself, you are who you are and that’s beautiful inside and out and omg oh so talented! 💝
Absolutely no worries re: book. I’ve preordered it and am excited to receive it. Life is so short please try and not stress. Take your time to make it just right. xo, Cowgirl Deb
I completely understand where your coming from! The hardest part about learning to live with a man... bathroom etiquette... with some men and lack there of, living alone is bliss! But really, I’m moving into a new home in a new state, and I found myself wanting to hate my new home. The former I rented and the new one I own. But I love the rental, made friends, and I didn’t feel so isolated. The new home doesn’t even have mail service. I have to drive a few miles to get my mail. I’m trying to let myself just dream of all the possibilities and all the advantages. But sometimes New I feel reluctant to just talk that step and let go. But I’m going to do it.
I’m going to paint my front door, and I’m planing my garden for next year... slowly as a tired snail I’m letting my self love the change. I’m going to win this battle of my mind always turning to nostalgia. I want new memories in my new place, and not look back. I really like the word forward very much.
Thank you so much for sharing, Paola. I’ve been struggling with this recently, too, and it’s nice to hear someone saying it’s ok ♥️
💯 agree and second this statement
My soul feels so nourished by the beautiful imagery and uplifted, meditative tone of your films. Thank you! :)
I can really relate to your words and feelings. My husband, children and I moved to New Zealand from Germany a few years ago.... and although we feel comfortable here, i still miss a lot of things and people from over there. And yes, I do romanticize our old lives, thinking of all the things that were "better" or "easier"... but then I do remind myself, that the grass is greener on the other side and life there had it's challenges too. And we have reasons for having moved, that have not changed.. so it is right. but it is still so hard at times.
I truly feel like, in life there is often no right or wrong decision (about which path to choose). There are just decisions and the way we choose to deal with the outcome.
Wishing you all the best for your new life and that you can embrace everything that comes with it
Congratulations on the 1 Million milestone, how lovely to know there are so many kindred souls living life along with you :) thank you for all that you bring here
I feel as though you have an old soul as you are wise beyond your years but living in this awkward world we have today. It is difficult with changes in our lives yet your past regarding moving many times, I believe has prepared you for this new stage in your life. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, feelings and concerns with all of us. You are truly an amazing human being of love, compassion, gentleness, understanding and passion for learning. Be kind to yourself for you are God's creation:-)
@Charles Middleton, you must truly possess a very unique and deep soul as it is plainly visible in the eloquent and touching words you use in all your comments....💕
You are just so lucky to live in such a beautiful place!! I love seeing all of the flowers and the mountains. Thank you for sharing so much of your special life!
I moved from a home I loved and lived at for a long time. Shortly after I moved into the new house, my beloved dog died. He was the anchor to my new place because since he was happy, I was happy. After he died I became terribly homesick for my old place. It's been hard to feel truly home. Maybe the loss of Mr. Darcy has pulled you back to the cottage a little more because he was there longest and that's where memories take you.
Beautifully expressed. Take your time and grow into each experience this wonderful life brings your way. Thank you. You are a joy.
Don’t fret over the release date. Sometimes these things must happen so that it becomes everything you want it to be 🥰❤️🙏 DTB
You are such a delightful, joyful, joy filled soul! You always bless me and my day..my week!! Thank you! God bless you!
I so admire your honesty in these videos, and also want to thank you for the visual gift each one has been. I placed an order for your book as soon as I heard that it was available for pre-order. Not to worry about the changed release date. I trust your vision and don't mind waiting longer for an product that you have made even better. It gives me something to look forward to. Hugs, and best wishes for your new life.
Changes will be constant even if you don’t move to a new place. Always be ready for transitions! Your videos are beautiful!
Your little talk about change reminds me of a saying: "hard does not equal bad". Marriage is hard, but it's good. Moving is hard, but it can be good. Raising children is hard, but it's good. And the list goes on and on! It's just been an encouraging little saying in my own life. ❤️
You are so generous sharing your emotions and experiences. Thank you.
1 million subscribers well done... last place and this you live in are far beyond what many would want..... I live in rural village... (Uk) ahhh peace.. xx and the ocean 25 minute drive away.. xx
What a beautiful video you don't imagine how much your videos inspire & helps me❤️❤️❤️
Your kitty cat is sooo cute 😻😻😻😻😻😻
Phew! Paola, I thought ‘it’s time to move on’ meant that you were no longer going to post videos. I was relieved to learn you meant you would try not to dwell on your old cabin.
I know in my married life, I always need moments of solitude, and this makes moments with my family even better.
So, take care of yourself, Paola, and take moments for yourself. Sending love and good wishes. 🥰💕💚🧡
Congrats on the 1M subscriber mark!! Awesome!! It's comforting to look back on your life & remember it how you want to. Sometimes that's the only thing that can keep you going in the present. Gorgeous flowers & scenery ❤️ take care sweet girl 🌸
I’m exhausted by all of the change we’ve experienced the last 3 years. We had a baby, my husband finished 5.5 years of grad school under a toxic supervisor, we finally took a deep breath for two months as we moved and he transitioned to a new job only to be hit with a pandemic. We saved and then transitioned again to house shopping in a pricey area so we had to buy an intense fixer upper. We’ve been living for a year in the midst of DIY projects left and right trying to just get the house to baseline (let alone cozy and homey) but are also now expecting our 2nd kiddo around Thanksgiving. We both work full time and are dealing with the ups and downs of our jobs on top of all of this- we’re trying so hard to find space for rest so we are not on empty when the new baby comes but we also have to keep up with renos that need to be complete before the baby arrives. My husband also has very little PTO and is trying to save what he can for some paternity leave. It feels like our life has been in constant transition and I’m soooooo ready for it to end and to feel settled.
I totally understand. Even happy changes require an adjustment. I just recently retired and was ecstatic to be able to do so. So I was shocked to find myself having panic attacks about the unstructured time on my hands. It’s silly bc I have a ton of things to do to keep myself busy but it still has taken me a little while to adjust.
I love how you speak and you can feel the joy, excitement and other emotions while doing so, it's so visible on your face 😊
It's always good to hear you 💖
I cannot tell you how much I look forward to your weekly videos. I appreciate how much work goes into this. I love the light that you bring to me and I anxiously await the release of your book. God bless you and yours.
very helpful and enjoyed this video thoroughly! as someone who recently came to the realization that i had let go of the past which i had so helplessly held close and romanticized despite of its many hardships , i am finally ready to put my full concentration on the present and the future. again very enjoyable video, thank you paola!
I really enjoyed when I watched this video and thanks sweetheart , Wonderful 👌😘
Change can sometimes be hard, especially when you were so happy in your old cottage. But give yourself time, quite often you end up feeling that the place you are in now is the best place you've ever lived. You have a lovely husband by the sounds of it.x 🌾🌸🌻
Thank you for the beautiful images in the woods & your honesty with finding change complex xx
I can’t wait for your book to arrive - and such beautiful flowers! Hope you’re loving your new spot ♥️ It will take time to adjust but this place looks nice too! Calm and peaceful.
You really inspired me to sit back and journal about my drastic changes in my life right now and how I can embrace some of those changes and be patient with them. Thank you for always being raw with your thoughts. I did pre order your book on Amazon and I believe it will hit the shelf at just the perfect time. Have a wonderful week.