Morning everyone, we hope you enjoy the video even if it might seem slightly different this week. A couple of things to point out: Firstly, it’s funny how some things look better or worse on video than what you saw or “felt” in real life - watching it back, we both said how Hawick looks nicer than Galashiels, but the reality was the latter definitely felt more vibrant and overall more appealing in real life (not knocking Hawick, but just as a comparison and personal preference), the camera just didn't pick that up or maybe we were tired of filming at that point 😂 So yeah, interesting how things don't always come across on camera as you imagine… Secondly, to clarify where we are in time right now, this a series of 4 videos we filmed in the UK that will play out while we're at work until early September. Because we can't film when we're working, we wanted to plan in advance to ensure we still had a few videos to release each Sunday before we head out on the road again. So if there's any confusion hopefully that helps 🙃 Thirdly, Stephen is doing well and thank you everyone for your well wishes. We're just glad it was something manageable in the end ❤️ And whatever we plan or do in the future, there are many more adventures ahead yet, which means lots of videos still! 😁 And Daisy is staying with us even if we did stop full-time vanlife, which isn't guaranteed at all. All just random thoughts at the moment! Thank you everyone for watching, happy Sunday and have a great week all 😍🙏❤️
Discovered you boys last night, showed this video today to my better half and she thinks the same as me this is the most genuine, honest, and refreshing channel I've seen in a very long time.
Wow, thank you very much for saying that, it's so good to know that what we do comes across that way ❤️ We just be ourselves and film our life and thoughts as is, which means a mixed bag of things, like any human. We know we're not for everyone, but that's okay, I think it would be odd if everyone liked us 😁 Thank you, we really appreciate the feedback 🙏
Oh so glad you are OK Steve! You do worry about your health but you need to enjoy life too. Galashiels would be top for us as we go there to a garage there who are amazing @ostles of Galashiels give you superb service. Also Jeanies cafe in Galashields is worth a visit people in the town are so nice and friendly! We have thought about buying a lodge and renting it out that's also a possibility ❤ take care both of you ❤
Aww thank you guys. He's doing well, just a bit more aware of what he eats and exercise etc, but we're still enjoying a few treats along the way...you know, for balance 😜 Good to know about Galashiels with the garage! We really got a good vibe from the place. Yes a lodge sounds an idea, worth looking into if you can do it 😁 Thanks guys xx
Love to watch you guys. Very real x like a soap opera last week 😮 domp domp domp x that’s the end of the drama noise.😊Glad all ok what a relief. Understanding wanting something more permanent. Have you watched the Lodge Guys x they have a lodge/caravan on a yearly pitch. They can be in a fab place x woods lakes etc x also shared ownership with council ?? More affordable. Just ideas x take care 😊
Hello and thank you so much 🥰 Sometimes it is a drama, sometimes fun and adventure, sometimes entirely uneventful, that's life whatever you do I think (but van living has a bit more of the adventure 😍). We've not seen the lodge guys but will definitely check them out! If it was affordable it definitely sounds like a good idea for sure. Thank you, appreciate it 🙏❤️
Hi folks- have visited Weardale in County Durham AONB. Prices for property to suit all budgets- and very handy for access to main routes north and south - I’m new here ! Loving your vlogs 👏
My new favorite youtuber channel now... my wife and i love your videos and how real you both are ... we live in snowdonia so if ever your this way your more than welcome to use our drive and water and facilities etc 😊
Oh wow thank you so much, I don't know what to say, that's very kind of you, we're so happy you enjoy our videos 😍 We just try to be ourselves through good and bad, no dressing things up but enjoying the ride all the while it lasts! Thank you for the offer, we of course keep meaning to head into Snowdonia, that's still on our list so we very much appreciate the offer 🙏❤️
@comealongdear no worries at all grab a shower or a bath and have a home cooked meal or a bacon butty haha whatever you fancy - do you have Instagram? It's so refreshing seeing your videos with real people not staged just being yourselves - love it - so drop in for some scouse hospitality hahaha keep smiling! And take care 🙂 x
Well that sounds like an offer we can't refuse, thank you kindly ❤️ We do have an Instagram, its the same name as this one, I think the link is on the channel page here somewhere. Thanks again and maybe see you in Snowdonia 😍❤️
How scary someone watching over you, Stephen. I'm so glad you had no unexpected illnesses. But looking after that, blood pressure is a must, but you both know that O am sending so much love and positive vibes. Please remember you are both cared and adored. By all us strangers keep taking care of each other 🩵😘🩵😘
Good Morning, those are such comforting words to wake up to, thank you as always ❤️ We're both so relieved it wasn't anything more serious, but yes the blood pressure does need monitoring. While neither of us will become fully healthy saints overnight, Stephen has definitely improved his diet since the incident. Thank you again ❤️ 🙏
I can't believe how sad that news is! I'm so glad you're alright, Steven. I totally understand your desire to settle down for safety. I hope you find something truly special that brings you both joy. You are such a fantastic couple, and I really hope that your situation improves. You deserve nothing but happiness.
Thank you for your well wishes Paul! ❤️ Everything is fine now (well, it's a manageable problem I guess) we were both a bit shaken up and worried for a few days though and it does make you evaluate your situation. Whatever we decide (which may just be staying in the van because living in a home costs so much now 😂) we won't worry and we will figure things out as we go. I'm not one for fate, but this feels like a situation where things will take whatever path it decides and we'll go along with it ❤️🙏You're always so kind, thank you it means a lot to us 💖
Poor Stephen but you will be fine! I have had a lumbar puncture and you are right, it doesn't really hurt but you do have to keep still!! So glad you got seen to quickly and they have a diagnosis. I am on BP tablets too and still getting my head around the fact that I will probably be on them for the rest of my life! BUT on a positive it does mean that I can carry on with life and so must you. You seem happier now you know. I understand the wanting to settle down part...well a base! You have to put your priorities above all else and I know the van will always call you so why not have both, balance work and travel. Fingers crossed your channel gets more views and subs to help fund it. You guys deserve it. Oh and Dan, I love the random facts. My hubby is always coming out with random facts!! LOL. See you next week!
Yes the lumbar puncture sounded terrifying but he was totally anaesthetised for it so felt nothing 🙏 Except, and they did say this, when the needle occasionally moves and touches a nerve (or something) which I think did happen ever so briefly, but sometimes that can be much worse for people apparently 🙈 I hope the blood pressure tablets are working well for you, it is strange to think you could be on something for life, but I guess we all face it at some point and you've gotta do whatever to keep that body going 😁 The idea is we have a base and keep the van, even if we settled down completely we'd want to keep it as the van would be our "car" and we could still travel in it. But we'll see, we've no idea what we're doing yet 😂 Thank you ❤️🥰
Just watching your vlog, glad to hear you are ok. My husband had this exact same thing happen to him and like you the hospital couldn’t find anything but he still had a headache but nothing like the first one. So we insisted on him having an angiogram where they saw the aneurysm. He now has a platium coil fitted and is fine. But we did have to insist on the angiogram so if your not feeling better please go back to the hospital 😢 love watching your videos, you both make us laugh and we have then gone to some of the places you’ve been in our own van 😃 xx
Oh god sorry to hear your husband went through that 😧 I'm glad it's under control now. I was strangely only speaking to someone at work recently who went through the exact same process and they found an aneurysm. I think Stephen's headaches have gone since then (I better double check and ask him 😂) so, fingers crossed, he is okay, but we will keep a close eye. So pleased you've been enjoying the videos and even better if you've managed to go to some of the places we've shown 😀 Thank you so much and have a good day ❤️
Hi guys, sorry to hear about your emergency hospital visit glad all is ok, thats the down side as you get older and in a van but take each day dont worry about the next day, enjoy what you have each other. Lovely places you visited Galashiels looks fantastic all that countryside to explore to die for. I hope you have a great week. I do house sits for people and that has worked for me living in my van and a semi base for myself from time to time. Look forward to your next video snd more exciting news. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Good morning 🌞 Thank you, as you say that's just life isn't it, what is being alive if it isn't full of challenges and of course increasing health related scenarios as you get older 😂 We really enjoyed Galashiels and the video didn't show why in some ways, it was more a "feeling" if that makes sense, and all that surrounding countryside too was indeed beautiful ❤️ Very appealing for us and good connections to Edinburgh 😍 House sitting sounds like a great way to do things! Definitely another option we'd consider at some point. Thank you and see you next week ❤️
Thank you for posting again :) Wishing Stephen all the best and much health (Dan too of course:) ! Couple of observations from my side if I may of course : 1. I think a lot of fellow subscribers will agree that these videos are not boring, in fact they're quite interesting when you scout the areas less covered by other guys. 2. Dan, don't worry too much, you can never be prepared for all eventualities. You guys are doing great. 3. I like to put some lentils as well in my veg curry, you could try that too. 4. I find watching you cook something entertaining too! 5. I used to live in Sheffield for couple of years, and enjoyed my time there a lot. A lot of friendly, very down to earth people, no filter. Consider South Yorkshire perhaps :) All the best Guys!
Good Morning and thank you for your lovely words! 🥰 That's really reassuring to hear and gives us a nice confidence boost 😍 We're so pleased you enjoy the content. Lentils are something I (Dan) adore so I will try that next time, thanks for the tip 😀 A lentil bolognese is just...😘👌 Interesting to hear about Sheffield! We're not one for big cities normally but we have lived in busy places before and can see the benefits. It's good to know there's some great people up there. Thank you and have a great day 😍❤️
Good to hear you are on the mend Stephen, and so lucky that you were relatively close to family. Sometimes takes something like this to get a reality check
Thank you Mandy ❤️ 😊 Yes these things do make you question your situation in life (as they would in a house too), but for now we're just keeping one eye open on any future possible changes, following our instincts and just enjoying our travels in the van when we're able to, and we'll see what happens ❤️🤗
Thank you ❤️ It was very scary for a while, but it could have been much worse so we're grateful for that. He's on the fruit (and some meds) every day and has already lost weight again. While we're still indulging in the odd treat, he's looking after himself a bit better overall now 😊
Thank you ❤️ Just loose ideas at the moment, but since we travel in the van it would be daft not to take the opportunity to look at potential places to live one day 😁
Ah no stepthen i totally understand i get high blood pressure and if it spikes it can cause pain back of neck head area important to keep eye on the blood pressure ive started to cut out salt and eat a little more healthy latley fingers crossed hubby has been lucky with his blood pressure so far ❤
It's amazing how common it is and often we don't realise (mine isn't great either). I hope you're managing yours okay, it sounds like you're doing the right things. We have been eating healthily at work and definitely trying to reduce salt and sugar. What's shocking is just how much salt and sugar is in all the "normal" stuff. A tin of macaroni cheese as a random example can be 50% of your daily salt intake, and all the lovely looking soups (tinned or fresh) are the same! The only way around it is make stuff yourself it seems, or just resort to leaves 😁
We've always been aware of it, but now we're really paying attention it's quite soul destroying. I better check the instant mash actually, that's probably horrific for salt too 😬🤦♂️
@@comealongdear it is especially if you like your food but being to hard on ourselves and not having the odd treat could create a bit of stress so I think balance is the way to go 🙂
It doesn't matter driving is too stressful and there's always someone that will help out if needed. I find van lifers to be really helpful if anything goes wrong... Steve is soo funny. I like his dry personality. 😂😂😂😂
Yes I think in a bind someone will always help, it's just that bit easier if that person was me (Dan) 😂 But I've never enjoyed the idea of driving. It was the first thing we discussed though when Stephen said, "let's go live in a van" and in nearly 3 years, there's been no issue with that whatsoever so I guess the odd time it might be helpful isn't necessarily enough to make it a "must" I guess. Stephen is drier than old toast, and there's nothing nicer than a bit of old toast sometimes, we wouldn't have him any other way 😂
Not everyone likes to drive do they!! I LOVE YOUR VAN!! Its just the right size and its got a loo!! You have so much fun together and get to visit some amazing places. ❤ Also you're a good cook Dan. ( ive not seen steve cook yet!!) keep turning out these videos they're great. ( some vloggers are really boring) your's are entertaining 😂😂😂
Ah that's brilliant thank you 😍 I prefer to cook more than Steve, but as he's the driver, it's only fair certain tasks fall to me (apart from doing these videos of course!). Our van for all its limitations is perfect in the UK, because we can park in so many more places. And the toilet (with closing door!) makes it ideal. So much is packed into a small space! ❤️🙏
I bet Steve loves your cooking.. It always looks yummy! Yes, and your cammper van has got a vintage look about it. I prefer that to these newer camper vans! And a toilet!! Thats a game changer!! It looks so cozy in there!! You're living the good life ❤️
Fair play guys,i took my first trip in my van after I built it to the Isle Of Skye in february and got my ass handed to me with -5 temps,blizzards and torrential rain,went round the charity shops and scored some amazing winter clothes and waterproofs,and still have the big thick black sheepskin rug for a fiver in the van to this day.
Well at least you went straight for the deep end 😂 If you can get through that, you can survive most things being in a van 😃 Well done on doing it, do you still got out in the van much? Charity shops are amazing for that kind of stuff, we always have a mooch around them 😀
@@comealongdear Aye mate, that first trip was 2 february's ago,Ive done about 2 dozen trips away in it so far,I fancied Europe as well but those temps would kill my old dog,he's a 10.5 years old giant breed,so they'll need to wait. I love my van,she'll be finished one day....he typed sarcastically.
I think if you've been out for that many trips, the van must be doing its job just fine, even if not quite finished! 😁 I understand about your dog, they obviously hate the heat. You could go to Northern Europe, top of France/Germany etc, or head for the mountains perhaps. Spain and all Mediterranean countries though out of season would be fine I think, just the right temperatures whilst still feeling a bit "exotic".
@@comealongdear Aye that might be a shout mate,Id need to wing it wild camping though, there are certain specific laws on where I can use camp sites etc because he's a Mastiff,but worst case scenario, I'd just roll on through and find the next available campsite he's allowed on.
Hi Guys. Thanks for sharing more about yourselves and glad you were seen to promptly at hospital. So excited about Scottish Borders trip and lots of places to visit there, such as: Floors Castle in Kelso, Culzean Castle near Ayr and loads more places and of course the scenery. Can I ask you about any Smart Motorways you travelled on. I have watched the odd documentary on TV about those and understand they can be a nightmare and downright dangerous, especially if you break down. Did you manage to stay in correct lane? I'm the driver here and glad to have my partner looking out elsewhere for me. It fills me with dread if we have to travel in the car on those down South.
Good Morning 😊 Sadly the Scottish Borders trip was short and only to the towns in this video, so I've no doubt we haven't seen the best of it or shown it in the greatest light, probably because our minds were elsewhere somewhat on this trip. We very much enjoyed the scenery there though in particular around Galashiels. We must go back and I think we will next time we visit Scotland. As for smart motorways, you know, I'm sure we have, but I can't say I remember specifically or if we noticed a great deal of difference 🤔 I will ask Stephen and get back to you if he's noticed anything significant. Your main concern is driving on motorways and roads down south in general due to how congested and busy they are 😬🙈 There's never a good time to hit the M25 it seems! Well, maybe 3 in the morning... Thank you, all is OK now after the hospital scare so we'll take it step by step after that ❤️
@@comealongdear Yes, I think Galashiels could be a strong contender for property hunting. Your family could consider travelling by train to Edinburgh, then onto Borders Railway to Gala! What I find is, the fancier the vehicle, the faster I feel comfortable going faster, as you just don't feel the speed! That's why there are so many vehicles going, to me, far too fast and easily over 70 mph! Then I have to remind myself it's because they're driving a fabulous 'gas-guzzler' - and there are so many more of them on the road, with so many people taking out special finance deals to be able to afford them. Defo re health and revisit all that and make some lifestyle changes.
Howdy Guys!! An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as the old saying goes! There is nothing wrong with planning for adverse conditions. Back in mid November an old injury flared up & now I am having severe back problems. I have problems walking most days. Now traveling is a really challenge. Just short trips take me out of commission for days. I hope that things work out for you to find your way! Big bear hugs from Kenny in Ohio, USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Howdy Kenny 🌞 Sometimes the old sayings really are true, and you're absolutely right, if we try to help ourselves we'll make those cures much less needed/stressful/costly/time-consuming etc later down the line. Of course, we are both human and prone to the sins and bad ways that cross our paths on this life 😂🙈 But Stephen at least is trying to change things a bit and is si far succeeding, even if it won't be the case every day and will allow for the odd treat here and there. I remember you saying about your injury, I'm really sorry you have to go through that. Is there anything that can be done? We're glad you enjoy our videos though and happy if they give you some joy ❤️ Big hugs back to you in Ohio and take care! 🤗 ❤️🥰
@@comealongdear Howdy Guys! We are all human with all the frailties that come along with it. At least you have the wisdom to see & plan for the future. As for my back, I have pain patches & a TENS unit that help sometimes. CBD gummies (cannabis) help to deal with the pain. I am avoiding the big pharmacology drugs. Physical therapy has only made it worse over the years. When I first started therapy, I left with a cane. The next phase, I left with a walker, the third phase, they had to take me out to the car in a wheelchair. I never went after that. I really hope that things turn around for you guys & that something wonderful happens & you can find a home or a bigger motorhome. Maybe a lottery win would be in your future! Maybe I'll win the lottery & can sponsor a nice big coach motorhome for you!! Big bear hugs from Kenny in Ohio, USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kenny that sounds like you've really been through it, and how awful that physical therapy only made it worse 😧 That's kind of not what you expect at all. You seem to keep in good spirits as best you can though, and that is worth a thousand pharmaceutical drugs! I wish all the best for you and hope there will be new ways to help you. You're trying different things to manage the pain so that's good 🙏 As you say, these things happen to us all in some way, shape or form, and us thinking about it beyond living in a van isn't a bad thing. We'll be okay, life is just life and we are very lucky. Hmm the lottery is actually today, maybe you're onto something there 😍😂 I see a lucky dip coming on. Big hugs and take care x
I love you two, my fav channel 😍pleased to hear you were given the all clear Steven but take care of yourselves. If you're ever in Bucks give me a shout & you can park on our drive 🙂
Glad to see that Stephen is better after his health scare and hope he is back to his usual self, I was born in Hawick way back in 1955 and yes it did fall into decline after the demise of the woolen mills but I still love the place even though I live in Edinburgh now, I hope you can come back up to the borders some time and spend a little more time to explore the area, it really has so much to offer, stay safe and I hope everything works out for you.
Hi Kenneth, he is well again thank you as this was a while ago now, and he's back to his usual disinterested, dry self 😂 Ah how funny you're from Hawick originally! We're sorry we probably didn't do it justice (when it's a grey day it doesn't help), but we absolutely want to return because we are so grateful they have a campervan aire and we'd like to go back to spend some money in a local restaurant or something if we can. It seems an ideal place to stop en route into Scotland so we plan to return. We want to see more of the Scottish Borders in general because the scenery was just gorgeous. Thank you again ❤️ 🙏
Thank you kindly 🙏❤️ Stephen is doing well, and who knows what the future holds, but we aren't worried, life will take its course and like every human we'll always question what we want or should do, because that's pretty normal I think (well you'd hope so 😂)
Sounds like you had a pretty tough time. Totally understand your desire to have a base. Think to remember about the north is the sense of community is much stronger than we have found in the busy south east so that helps with distance from family and keeping the van means you can easily visit. Good luck whatever your decision. 🤗
Thank you ladies 🥰 All is well now (well, we hope!) but it did shake us both up a bit. You're right, the old sayings are sometimes true, people are warmer and friendlier in the north overall we think, although I know it's not always the case and people in the south east can be just as friendly. We will keep the van regardless so that will be a big help. Not rushing into any decisions and I suspect we'll be in the van for quite a bit longer yet! Either way, lots of adventures to come still. Take care both 🥰❤️
Still loving your videos, the one I'm mostly waiting for every week, appreciate that you guys are trying to keep it up! Happy to hear Stephen is doing better, look after yourselves. Best wishes!
Thank you for your kind words, and we're pleased you're still enjoying the videos 😍❤️ We've done nearly 3 years in the van so inevitably we come to a crossroads (many times over!) but who knows, we may do years more or stop next year, I think fate will play a part here! ❤️
Selkirk: yes, not much to see at all and often a town motorists just pass through on their way to Carlisle for example, or back up North. Hawick was interesting, especially the flooding aspect and even parts of Edinburgh are prone to this now. Galashiels is of course in a valley and have been there many times, but we need to go now to the museum there. One major consideration here is its Borders Railway and you can jump on a train and take it right into Edinburgh and is surely a great boost to the town for commuters. Houses prices are bound to be lower than in England and the area you came from originally. Finances and family and job prospects will surely be major factors in where you decide to get a property. Will it be a doer-upper, brand new, a flat - and do you want top floor or ground floor, bearing in mind you'll want to think about your old age and climbing flights of stairs? I'm off alcohol, sweets, cakes, although I've not had a health scare. I can drink red wine like water! As soon as I heard it from the doctor I needed to lose weight, I have been losing weight now for about 9 weeks and slowly, but surely, doing so. Blood pressure, Stephen, will be a consideration here, as I'm 58 and need to be thinking about such things, cholesterol and all that sort of thing. My partner doesn't drive either and wish at times that he did! The only thing I can suggest you do is learn to drive in an automatic vehicle, so you can forget about gears, but there's a higher cost involved. The independence it gives is a huge factor.
Some interesting thoughts for sure! The connections to Edinburgh did seem great so that could definitely influence things in future, and yes, just so much more affordable than down south. We have rarely worked and lived in the same town before so commuting to potential jobs would be fine. This is all easier said than done of course, it's miles from our family and there are other factors. But they are all mere ideas and Galashiels is somewhere we really liked. The cinema was cute and that sold it to us to some degree 😂 Well done on losing the weight, it's no easy feat when you're used to certain habits and routines, but they can be changed, it just takes time. Mine (Dan's) blood pressure isn't wonderful either, so it's definitely something for us both to be considering. We are lucky in our current jobs that we don't drink a drop of alcohol for the weeks we're here (this one being 6 weeks!) and eat a lot healthier too so hopefully that goes some way to helping us. We're a lot better than we used to be, despite seeing us with beers etc in our videos. But you're right, getting older brings these issues regardless, it's just how we choose to deal with them. Automatic driving would be great, but as Daisy is manual, if I were to drive, I'd probably prefer to learn manual, despite the upwards tick in difficulty. Whether I do or not, who knows at this point!
@@comealongdear Yep 'health is wealth' and we're the same: don't have a lot of money, so we must do what's right for health, especially as we're getting older. Also, what with our 'broken' NHS, we have to be prepared for paying for scans, procedures, without too much of a wait. Property: mobile home?! Would you consider that?
A mobile home is definitely an option if the site fees are reasonable. We aren't ruling it out. Yes, although the staff were great in the hospital, you could see they were pushed to the limits and that's why the waits were so high. You can see why anyone would pay if you can do it! But yes, avoiding needing to be there in the first place is as good advice as anyone can take I think.
Dare we say it, you go back to the UK and Steve's blood pressure goes sky high. Maybe Scotland isn't the answer! Maybe, just maybe mainland Europe is the medicine he needs. As for Farm foods, you may say it's boring, but I, Darren shouted out " they still have Farmfoods in the UK. It's amazing what you miss when you love abroad. On second thoughts, maybe Scotland is a good option 🤔 Hawick may not be an option, but Alison would definitely live on the clock tower. All joking aside, do take care of yourself Steve and Dan, time to get the old nurses uniform out of the cobwebs and take good care of your Stevie. Much love Darren & Alison 🤟♥️
It makes much more sense to be the UK's fault now that you mention it 😂 Just being on the roads is enough! There are some gorgeous options to look at in Scotland, but we do have to think practically, too. A little Yorkshire town in the video after the next, very much grabbed our hearts and seemed a real possibility of a future dwelling. But, for now, all just ideas and little peeks. The van is still the most sensible option, and the trouble is we're still enjoying it! Hawick felt like it could have been quite special, and perhaps one day it will again. The tower was indeed glorious ❤️ I'm glad a FarmFoods sighting caused some excitement 😂 There's apparently over 300 in the UK, it's just they are mostly out of town shops. That's the first time we've ever seen one in a High Street! Thank you both as always, I am looking after Steve by dragging him into some terrible, prolonged activities to look at piles of bricks, that's my prescription of choice, and he'll bloody well enjoy it 😉 He's doing okay though, at work we've been insanely healthy (he ran 5k today for the first time). I suspect that'll waver when we visit my mum next week and get out exploring again, but by then it will have been 6 weeks of no bad stuff, I'd say that deserves a beer/ice cream/chips/all and lots of it 😜 Take care both, much love ❤️ 🤟
had the same symptoms and turns out i was dehydrated..drank 1lt per day all good since...tea coffee fruits contain water but they dont hydrate the same way..good luck.
Ó lord I'm so sorry Steve, I truly hope you are well, and Dan you are the best tonic Steve could have, I do hope your prospects improve as it just wouldn't be the same without a video to look forward to
Aww thank you Michael 🙏❤️ Steve is doing fine now, and whatever we decide we'll still be in the van for another year at least! Plenty more vids to come and it may be that we stay in it another 3 years so who knows! ❤️
SAH is linked with Hypertension and chronic stress. From the sound of your symptoms your body is trying to warn you that its state of health is not optimal. If it were me, I’d remove as much stress and drama from my life as possible, cut out alcohol completely and find a way to regularly exercise to help lower blood pressure. Reviewing nutrition and get back to fighting weight will help enormously. Gary, it would be very helpful for Steve, if you could drive. It would mean you could function if Steven was off the road and it would relieve the constant burden placed on a single driver. Take care and stay well.
Stephen is definitely trying to look after himself a bit better now, not removing every habit all the time perhaps and treats/alcohol sometimes, but certainly an improvement on before and much healthier eating overall. He's very comfortable driving and we discussed it at length before we moved into a van (it was only me worried, not Stephen) and so far it's been fine. But yes, it would be useful in a bind if I was to drive, as we'll never know when something might occur that stops him from being able to.
O no lovely s 😢 so sad Steve not being filling good. Just saying i use to have very bad headaches and very sick I found it was chocolate and sugar I stopped it straight away and I’ve not had any problems since so I can eat white chocolate and not get any headaches. Just saying 😢. I used to stay in a flat in Hawick years ago. You will do the right thing always go with your gut feeling. Sending big hugs wishes Steve well and you take good care of yourselves ❤xx
Oh no, don't tell him he can eat white chocolate instead 😂 But that's interesting, I didn't imagine they'd be much different apart from the cocoa perhaps?! What you say about sugar and chocolate in general makes sense though and I'm so pleased it worked for you ❤️ Stephen hasn't touched it for a few weeks now (we've been at work a while since this was recorded) which is great. How did you find living in Hawick? I suspect we need to give it another chance, but Galashiels did grab us more. Hope everything is well with you and thank you for your well wishes, we appreciate it 🙏 ❤️
I’m so glad you’re ok now Stephen - very scary for both of you. I love the Borders - we even had a house sale alert on Rightmove. Totally understand your concerns about future security. Speaking from my own experience, the concerns get more the older I get. Love watching you two on your channel - we’re in Scotland at the moment sometimes no wifi - hate not being able to watch your videos. Stay safe, well and above all, happy. ❤️❤️
Thank you Irene ❤️ Scary as it was, we're glad we know what the problem is (well, we hope we know) so we can keep an eye on it. The borders we will return to for sure, I think we'll definitely pass through Hawick again with the aire. Where are you in Scotland? I hope you get some signal again soon, although occasionally it's nice without it for a bit 😍
You're so lucky you made it back to England where your medical is covered. I get bad migraines, sometimes, that feel like my head is going to explode. I had a mini stroke, once, no lingering pain, but my words came out randomly, not what I was trying to say at all. I mimicked writing on my hand, so my son got me a pen and paper. I made a mark, but couldn't write letters. So frustrating. My son was ready to call an ambulance, but I remembered an article I read, in Scientific American, decades before, where a doctor said speaking and singing use different parts of the brain, so he got his stroke victims to sing. So, I sang, and the words came out right. My son couldn't help himself and sang back. It cleared up after awhile and I could talk again. When I told my doctor, she said what it was and upped my blood pressure meds. If that ever happens to you, or anyone reading this, just sing, so you can communicate. :) I'm so glad everything turned out OK. Driving can be nerve wracking, but it's easy, once you know how. Maybe just get your learners and have Steve teach you in big parking lots. :) I'm surprised you have separate areas to dump black and grey water. It all goes down one hole here. House, condo and apartment prices are astronomical right now. During our three week Evacuation Alert for wildfires, I seriously thought about selling my house and moving. The reality is, I can't afford anywhere else. I would love to live in an RV, but, in Canada, you have to have a permanent address for a driver's license and vehicle insurance and a passport, if I wanted to travel. I was waiting for you to slop some of that red wine into dinner. Then again, a waste of good wine. :) Cheers, Jon in rural BC, Canada
Morning Jon, god you know, we never thought of that, how lucky that it happened after we just got back 😬 We had travel insurance but it is nonetheless much easier being in your own country! That sounds frightening what you went through, I'm glad you're well and it can be managed. What a fascinating fact about the singing though! You did well to call on that memory, and then for it work as well! How amazing, and strangely wonderful in its own way. I hope we don't, but if we ever need it, I hope we can call on that same knowledge 🙏 The brain is a fascinating beast. Very glad you're okay though, and another reason to look after blood pressure for sure. Have you been okay during the wildfires? That must be a frightening prospect, it does very much seem to be luck of the draw there. You don't hear about them so much in the UK (of course, we have much less forest) but I do suspect the day will come when a big one rips through what little forest we do have left. I hope not of course! Could you use someone else's address as a "base" to register at so you can still travel? It's often the only way around these things! All the best to you in Canada 🇨🇦 ❤️
Stephen reminds me of Dave from the royal family do you not feel the urge to give him a good shake. no joking aside realy enjoyed that. In whole honesty if you learned to drive there would never be an issue with one of you being ill laid up in a bed in a house or van whats the difference?
The trouble is he'd probably shake me back harder 😂 I think the driving situation is more obvious in a van, obviously we never needed to drive the house 😜 In those days, Stephen drove and I got the train to work, and we'd only go out in the car at weekends, to the supermarket etc. We'll see though, it would be helpful but starting lessons again now we aren't really based anywhere could be tricky
I'm an ASDA customer. The store is in the middle of the town, so l walk in, buy a loose banana, and walk straight back out again. 3 hrs parking for 20p. Bargain.😉
There's been a lot of side effects from c-vx in community. Should Steven be driving? arrr no licence. I hope Steve can teach you and get some secret driving experience up your sleeve. You don't want to get sick in a small van, but you also don't want to choose a sedentary life style of having a house. Van life does keep you moving and fit. Any chance you guys can get on NIS?
I think Stephen's okay to drive, he absolutely wouldn't be if he wasn't sure, but of course, those worries do play on my (Dan's) mind, too. Some cheeky lessons would be great (and I've had a fair few about 6 years ago), I think the problem we have with me doing it officially now is we're not based anywhere, so attending regular "proper" lessons might be difficult. I'm sure there are ways around that though. Not sure what NIS is? We've been sick in the van a few times, but nothing too serious so far. When it works it's a great life and has given us so much, so we'd have to think very carefully if we were to give it up!
@@comealongdear NIS = The National Insurance Scheme. Unemployment benefits, etc. With the state of the economy and ways of life, there's no shame being on the dole. Everyone needs a basic income.
Oh I see, of course 🤦♂️ Yes we would never be ashamed to do that (indeed we've both been there in the distant past for different reasons). For now, we work and it keeps us afloat, but it's definitely an uncertain position we're in from next year. We shall see and we'll cross that bridge when it happens
No, which is another worry sometimes, although Stephen says it's only me that's concerned. I really don't like the idea of it, but it would be handy in a bind. We were lucky when this happened that we were parked somewhere we could leave the van. We don't ever drive huge distances now and ironically he probably drove more in an average week in his old job than in the van! So it's never really a problem, it's just you think about these things more when something health related occurs like this 🤷♂️🙈 I'm not ever ruling out having lessons again though!
Oh dear god!!! Poor Dan! How dare he take sick and leave you in a position of serious responsibility. Quite unfair. Relieved for you both. I’m only 10 minutes into this. I’m sure I’ll be messaging again soon. ❤️❤️❤️xxx
It's outrageous and I didn't speak to him for days. How am I supposed to look after myself if he's going to put himself in hospital like that?! Selfish isn't the word! So I sat next to his hospital bed, taunting him whilst guzzling wine and eating all his favourite snacks as he feebly reached out to me and I patted his weak hand away. I considered that a fair response 🤷♂️
Free bed and everything! He can pay for that by being dragged up the highest mountain I can find now, just you wait Stephen (will ensure 999 is on standby)
Oh my gosh!!!! I had a subarachnoid hemorrhage in '15! Got a nice dent in my head😆Had a coil put in, hospital for 2 months, blind in 1 eye, no balance and a memory of a goldfish!! I even pulled the drain out of my head by accident (off my noodle on hospital drugs🥴) I'm so glad you're ok Steve 🥰 😘x
Oh god, sorry to hear you went through that 😧 That sounds terrifying! I hope everything is okay now, are you completely "back to normal" for want of a better phrase? They did say it could be various unpleasant things like that when Stephen was in there so we were very worried for a few days, but thankfully he was lucky and turns out to be something he can manage hopefully. Thank you and hope you're doing okay ❤️
@@comealongdear I didn't know it happened until I was going *rse over t!t down the stairs and crashed into the front door with my knees. I remember a couple of split seconds where I was rolling down the stairs, and the bashing my knees on the front door. And my flatmate slapping me in the face! I was out of it most of the time, passed out. Glad I didn't know what was going on. Remember waking in the ambulance and being strapped down, I got mad and passed out again 😆 then I was put in a coma for a week. What an experience! I had it the same year Cilla Black (rip) had hers. I was lucky because my flat mate decided to stay home that weekend. That was the mad thing about it all, he ALWAYS went away for weekends! But I'm all good now 🥴 Oh and the main hospital here happened to be the best in England for neurology 😜😘x
Wow, thanks for sharing your lives.❤ One with worse tragic experiences than the other. So lovely to hear and read that you have recovered. All love to you! / André & Maria
We have to wait until next week to know which film your saw! There are some real estate bargains there I see on line. Your not very informative! 😄 I'm sure you will work things out, you are two intelligent men and you dont have a pony so dont need a large property. The shock of coming back to England might have been too much for Steve, ( fish and chips and beer! ) as we get older we realise we are not invincible and need to listen to our bodies creak and groan and act accordingly. You are lucky to have each other and more freedom than most so come along dears dont get maudlin. What capers next week? 🕺
I'll put you out of your misery and tell you now, because we absolutely don't mention the film for next week 😂 It was A Quiet Place...something. The prequel. Popcorn horror fodder which was just the ticket (it was okay...a bit predictable). God you're right though, how did we miss the trick of actually looking at the property prices in the estate agent windows for the video 🙈 Bloody useless UA-camrs we are 🤦♂️😂 As you say though, its definitely reasonably cheap up there, and the connections to Scotland's capital city mean work might not be so bad to find. You are right though, we are very lucky and grateful for all we have and do and it might be that we only give it up if we're forced to in the end because ultimately, despite the challenges and down sides, we have lead a happier life like this. I think the constant tasty shocks and cheap beer of Germany might have played a part too, but yes the UK has its own part to play 😂 Fish and chips does actually feature next week 🙈 But overall, Stephen is looking after himself much better. He'll likely never be a saint, but it's a big turnaround so that's good. We do have each other (we're stuck now, divorce is too costly 😉) and no we don't need anything big if we do settle again. We'll be okay...it's all part of the adventure! 😁 See you next week! 😍❤️
It definitely would, although Stephen is 100% comfortable with the driving (and I personally dislike the idea of driving myself) it would be very useful for practical reasons as you say
Morning everyone, we hope you enjoy the video even if it might seem slightly different this week. A couple of things to point out:
Firstly, it’s funny how some things look better or worse on video than what you saw or “felt” in real life - watching it back, we both said how Hawick looks nicer than Galashiels, but the reality was the latter definitely felt more vibrant and overall more appealing in real life (not knocking Hawick, but just as a comparison and personal preference), the camera just didn't pick that up or maybe we were tired of filming at that point 😂 So yeah, interesting how things don't always come across on camera as you imagine…
Secondly, to clarify where we are in time right now, this a series of 4 videos we filmed in the UK that will play out while we're at work until early September. Because we can't film when we're working, we wanted to plan in advance to ensure we still had a few videos to release each Sunday before we head out on the road again. So if there's any confusion hopefully that helps 🙃
Thirdly, Stephen is doing well and thank you everyone for your well wishes. We're just glad it was something manageable in the end ❤️
And whatever we plan or do in the future, there are many more adventures ahead yet, which means lots of videos still! 😁 And Daisy is staying with us even if we did stop full-time vanlife, which isn't guaranteed at all. All just random thoughts at the moment!
Thank you everyone for watching, happy Sunday and have a great week all 😍🙏❤️
Discovered you boys last night, showed this video today to my better half and she thinks the same as me this is the most genuine, honest, and refreshing channel I've seen in a very long time.
Wow, thank you very much for saying that, it's so good to know that what we do comes across that way ❤️ We just be ourselves and film our life and thoughts as is, which means a mixed bag of things, like any human. We know we're not for everyone, but that's okay, I think it would be odd if everyone liked us 😁 Thank you, we really appreciate the feedback 🙏
Oh so glad you are OK Steve! You do worry about your health but you need to enjoy life too.
Galashiels would be top for us as we go there to a garage there who are amazing @ostles of Galashiels give you superb service.
Also Jeanies cafe in Galashields is worth a visit people in the town are so nice and friendly!
We have thought about buying a lodge and renting it out that's also a possibility ❤ take care both of you ❤
Aww thank you guys. He's doing well, just a bit more aware of what he eats and exercise etc, but we're still enjoying a few treats along the way...you know, for balance 😜 Good to know about Galashiels with the garage! We really got a good vibe from the place.
Yes a lodge sounds an idea, worth looking into if you can do it 😁 Thanks guys xx
Love to watch you guys. Very real x like a soap opera last week 😮 domp domp domp x that’s the end of the drama noise.😊Glad all ok what a relief. Understanding wanting something more permanent. Have you watched the Lodge Guys x they have a lodge/caravan on a yearly pitch. They can be in a fab place x woods lakes etc x also shared ownership with council ?? More affordable. Just ideas x take care 😊
Hello and thank you so much 🥰 Sometimes it is a drama, sometimes fun and adventure, sometimes entirely uneventful, that's life whatever you do I think (but van living has a bit more of the adventure 😍). We've not seen the lodge guys but will definitely check them out! If it was affordable it definitely sounds like a good idea for sure. Thank you, appreciate it 🙏❤️
Glad your back Stephen, take care of you.
We wish you all the best 👍 and for you too Dan.
Dan, it is good to take the driver license . Just do it 🤩🚗
Thank you ❤️ And haha, maybe one day, if we can work out the logistics of it all! 🙈
Hi folks- have visited Weardale in County Durham AONB. Prices for property to suit all budgets- and very handy for access to main routes north and south - I’m new here ! Loving your vlogs 👏
Hello and welcome aboard! Thank you for the tip - that's definitely an area we'd like to explore more of 😁
My new favorite youtuber channel now... my wife and i love your videos and how real you both are ... we live in snowdonia so if ever your this way your more than welcome to use our drive and water and facilities etc 😊
Oh wow thank you so much, I don't know what to say, that's very kind of you, we're so happy you enjoy our videos 😍 We just try to be ourselves through good and bad, no dressing things up but enjoying the ride all the while it lasts! Thank you for the offer, we of course keep meaning to head into Snowdonia, that's still on our list so we very much appreciate the offer 🙏❤️
@comealongdear no worries at all grab a shower or a bath and have a home cooked meal or a bacon butty haha whatever you fancy - do you have Instagram? It's so refreshing seeing your videos with real people not staged just being yourselves - love it - so drop in for some scouse hospitality hahaha keep smiling! And take care 🙂 x
Well that sounds like an offer we can't refuse, thank you kindly ❤️ We do have an Instagram, its the same name as this one, I think the link is on the channel page here somewhere. Thanks again and maybe see you in Snowdonia 😍❤️
Melrose is a beautiful Market town thats next to Howick.
Bawtry in South yorkshire and Bessacarr is nice too.
How scary someone watching over you, Stephen. I'm so glad you had no unexpected illnesses. But looking after that, blood pressure is a must, but you both know that
O am sending so much love and positive vibes. Please remember you are both cared and adored. By all us strangers keep taking care of each other 🩵😘🩵😘
Good Morning, those are such comforting words to wake up to, thank you as always ❤️ We're both so relieved it wasn't anything more serious, but yes the blood pressure does need monitoring. While neither of us will become fully healthy saints overnight, Stephen has definitely improved his diet since the incident. Thank you again ❤️ 🙏
I can't believe how sad that news is! I'm so glad you're alright, Steven. I totally understand your desire to settle down for safety. I hope you find something truly special that brings you both joy. You are such a fantastic couple, and I really hope that your situation improves. You deserve nothing but happiness.
Thank you for your well wishes Paul! ❤️ Everything is fine now (well, it's a manageable problem I guess) we were both a bit shaken up and worried for a few days though and it does make you evaluate your situation. Whatever we decide (which may just be staying in the van because living in a home costs so much now 😂) we won't worry and we will figure things out as we go. I'm not one for fate, but this feels like a situation where things will take whatever path it decides and we'll go along with it ❤️🙏You're always so kind, thank you it means a lot to us 💖
Poor Stephen but you will be fine! I have had a lumbar puncture and you are right, it doesn't really hurt but you do have to keep still!! So glad you got seen to quickly and they have a diagnosis. I am on BP tablets too and still getting my head around the fact that I will probably be on them for the rest of my life! BUT on a positive it does mean that I can carry on with life and so must you. You seem happier now you know. I understand the wanting to settle down part...well a base! You have to put your priorities above all else and I know the van will always call you so why not have both, balance work and travel. Fingers crossed your channel gets more views and subs to help fund it. You guys deserve it. Oh and Dan, I love the random facts. My hubby is always coming out with random facts!! LOL. See you next week!
Yes the lumbar puncture sounded terrifying but he was totally anaesthetised for it so felt nothing 🙏 Except, and they did say this, when the needle occasionally moves and touches a nerve (or something) which I think did happen ever so briefly, but sometimes that can be much worse for people apparently 🙈
I hope the blood pressure tablets are working well for you, it is strange to think you could be on something for life, but I guess we all face it at some point and you've gotta do whatever to keep that body going 😁
The idea is we have a base and keep the van, even if we settled down completely we'd want to keep it as the van would be our "car" and we could still travel in it. But we'll see, we've no idea what we're doing yet 😂 Thank you ❤️🥰
Just watching your vlog, glad to hear you are ok. My husband had this exact same thing happen to him and like you the hospital couldn’t find anything but he still had a headache but nothing like the first one. So we insisted on him having an angiogram where they saw the aneurysm. He now has a platium coil fitted and is fine. But we did have to insist on the angiogram so if your not feeling better please go back to the hospital 😢 love watching your videos, you both make us laugh and we have then gone to some of the places you’ve been in our own van 😃 xx
Oh god sorry to hear your husband went through that 😧 I'm glad it's under control now. I was strangely only speaking to someone at work recently who went through the exact same process and they found an aneurysm.
I think Stephen's headaches have gone since then (I better double check and ask him 😂) so, fingers crossed, he is okay, but we will keep a close eye.
So pleased you've been enjoying the videos and even better if you've managed to go to some of the places we've shown 😀 Thank you so much and have a good day ❤️
Look after yourself both off you you are both such nice people take it easy all the best donny
Thank you Donny appreciate it 🙏 😊
Hi guys, sorry to hear about your emergency hospital visit glad all is ok, thats the down side as you get older and in a van but take each day dont worry about the next day, enjoy what you have each other.
Lovely places you visited Galashiels looks fantastic all that countryside to explore to die for. I hope you have a great week. I do house sits for people and that has worked for me living in my van and a semi base for myself from time to time. Look forward to your next video snd more exciting news. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Good morning 🌞 Thank you, as you say that's just life isn't it, what is being alive if it isn't full of challenges and of course increasing health related scenarios as you get older 😂
We really enjoyed Galashiels and the video didn't show why in some ways, it was more a "feeling" if that makes sense, and all that surrounding countryside too was indeed beautiful ❤️ Very appealing for us and good connections to Edinburgh 😍
House sitting sounds like a great way to do things! Definitely another option we'd consider at some point.
Thank you and see you next week ❤️
Thank you for posting again :) Wishing Stephen all the best and much health (Dan too of course:) !
Couple of observations from my side if I may of course :
1. I think a lot of fellow subscribers will agree that these videos are not boring, in fact they're quite interesting when you scout the areas less covered by other guys.
2. Dan, don't worry too much, you can never be prepared for all eventualities. You guys are doing great.
3. I like to put some lentils as well in my veg curry, you could try that too.
4. I find watching you cook something entertaining too!
5. I used to live in Sheffield for couple of years, and enjoyed my time there a lot. A lot of friendly, very down to earth people, no filter. Consider South Yorkshire perhaps :)
All the best Guys!
Good Morning and thank you for your lovely words! 🥰 That's really reassuring to hear and gives us a nice confidence boost 😍 We're so pleased you enjoy the content.
Lentils are something I (Dan) adore so I will try that next time, thanks for the tip 😀 A lentil bolognese is just...😘👌
Interesting to hear about Sheffield! We're not one for big cities normally but we have lived in busy places before and can see the benefits. It's good to know there's some great people up there.
Thank you and have a great day 😍❤️
Good to hear you are on the mend Stephen, and so lucky that you were relatively close to family.
Sometimes takes something like this to get a reality check
Thank you Mandy ❤️ 😊 Yes these things do make you question your situation in life (as they would in a house too), but for now we're just keeping one eye open on any future possible changes, following our instincts and just enjoying our travels in the van when we're able to, and we'll see what happens ❤️🤗
@@comealongdear Exactly, and it'll be fun shortlisting possible bases whilst on your travels.
Good vlog guys sent you a message on your instagram. Safe travels ❤
Thank you guys, I cannot find that message for love or money though, I'm probably just being dense 😂🤦♂️Hope you're both well
Omg!! How traumatic! Keeo yourselves safe.
Its good to see Steve looking well now tho munching on his cereal. 😊😊😊😮
Thank you ❤️ It was very scary for a while, but it could have been much worse so we're grateful for that. He's on the fruit (and some meds) every day and has already lost weight again. While we're still indulging in the odd treat, he's looking after himself a bit better overall now 😊
Yes brothers - can start look see look see on places to stay as a base. Stevie, so take care of yourself.
Thank you ❤️ Just loose ideas at the moment, but since we travel in the van it would be daft not to take the opportunity to look at potential places to live one day 😁
Awe, that's great to know.
Ive just subscribed to your channel. Im loving it!!
Ahh thank you so much, we appreciate that ❤️ 🙏
Ah no stepthen i totally understand i get high blood pressure and if it spikes it can cause pain back of neck head area important to keep eye on the blood pressure ive started to cut out salt and eat a little more healthy latley fingers crossed hubby has been lucky with his blood pressure so far ❤
It's amazing how common it is and often we don't realise (mine isn't great either). I hope you're managing yours okay, it sounds like you're doing the right things.
We have been eating healthily at work and definitely trying to reduce salt and sugar. What's shocking is just how much salt and sugar is in all the "normal" stuff. A tin of macaroni cheese as a random example can be 50% of your daily salt intake, and all the lovely looking soups (tinned or fresh) are the same! The only way around it is make stuff yourself it seems, or just resort to leaves 😁
@@comealongdear that's mad macaroni cheese having 50% it is surprising isn't it yep leaves it is 😂🤣
We've always been aware of it, but now we're really paying attention it's quite soul destroying. I better check the instant mash actually, that's probably horrific for salt too 😬🤦♂️
@@comealongdear it is especially if you like your food but being to hard on ourselves and not having the odd treat could create a bit of stress so I think balance is the way to go 🙂
It doesn't matter driving is too stressful and there's always someone that will help out if needed. I find van lifers to be really helpful if anything goes wrong... Steve is soo funny. I like his dry personality. 😂😂😂😂
Yes I think in a bind someone will always help, it's just that bit easier if that person was me (Dan) 😂 But I've never enjoyed the idea of driving. It was the first thing we discussed though when Stephen said, "let's go live in a van" and in nearly 3 years, there's been no issue with that whatsoever so I guess the odd time it might be helpful isn't necessarily enough to make it a "must" I guess.
Stephen is drier than old toast, and there's nothing nicer than a bit of old toast sometimes, we wouldn't have him any other way 😂
Not everyone likes to drive do they!! I LOVE YOUR VAN!! Its just the right size and its got a loo!!
You have so much fun together and get to visit some amazing places. ❤
Also you're a good cook Dan. ( ive not seen steve cook yet!!) keep turning out these videos they're great. ( some vloggers are really boring) your's are entertaining 😂😂😂
Ah that's brilliant thank you 😍 I prefer to cook more than Steve, but as he's the driver, it's only fair certain tasks fall to me (apart from doing these videos of course!).
Our van for all its limitations is perfect in the UK, because we can park in so many more places. And the toilet (with closing door!) makes it ideal. So much is packed into a small space! ❤️🙏
I bet Steve loves your cooking.. It always looks yummy! Yes, and your cammper van has got a vintage look about it. I prefer that to these newer camper vans! And a toilet!! Thats a game changer!!
It looks so cozy in there!! You're living the good life ❤️
Fair play guys,i took my first trip in my van after I built it to the Isle Of Skye in february and got my ass handed to me with -5 temps,blizzards and torrential rain,went round the charity shops and scored some amazing winter clothes and waterproofs,and still have the big thick black sheepskin rug for a fiver in the van to this day.
Well at least you went straight for the deep end 😂 If you can get through that, you can survive most things being in a van 😃 Well done on doing it, do you still got out in the van much? Charity shops are amazing for that kind of stuff, we always have a mooch around them 😀
@@comealongdear Aye mate, that first trip was 2 february's ago,Ive done about 2 dozen trips away in it so far,I fancied Europe as well but those temps would kill my old dog,he's a 10.5 years old giant breed,so they'll need to wait. I love my van,she'll be finished one day....he typed sarcastically.
I think if you've been out for that many trips, the van must be doing its job just fine, even if not quite finished! 😁 I understand about your dog, they obviously hate the heat. You could go to Northern Europe, top of France/Germany etc, or head for the mountains perhaps. Spain and all Mediterranean countries though out of season would be fine I think, just the right temperatures whilst still feeling a bit "exotic".
@@comealongdear Aye that might be a shout mate,Id need to wing it wild camping though, there are certain specific laws on where I can use camp sites etc because he's a Mastiff,but worst case scenario, I'd just roll on through and find the next available campsite he's allowed on.
Hopefully you'll be okay steph all the best from joey
Thank you Joey ❤️ 🙏
Hi Guys. Thanks for sharing more about yourselves and glad you were seen to promptly at hospital. So excited about Scottish Borders trip and lots of places to visit there, such as: Floors Castle in Kelso, Culzean Castle near Ayr and loads more places and of course the scenery. Can I ask you about any Smart Motorways you travelled on. I have watched the odd documentary on TV about those and understand they can be a nightmare and downright dangerous, especially if you break down. Did you manage to stay in correct lane? I'm the driver here and glad to have my partner looking out elsewhere for me. It fills me with dread if we have to travel in the car on those down South.
Good Morning 😊 Sadly the Scottish Borders trip was short and only to the towns in this video, so I've no doubt we haven't seen the best of it or shown it in the greatest light, probably because our minds were elsewhere somewhat on this trip. We very much enjoyed the scenery there though in particular around Galashiels. We must go back and I think we will next time we visit Scotland.
As for smart motorways, you know, I'm sure we have, but I can't say I remember specifically or if we noticed a great deal of difference 🤔 I will ask Stephen and get back to you if he's noticed anything significant. Your main concern is driving on motorways and roads down south in general due to how congested and busy they are 😬🙈 There's never a good time to hit the M25 it seems! Well, maybe 3 in the morning...
Thank you, all is OK now after the hospital scare so we'll take it step by step after that ❤️
@@comealongdear Yes, I think Galashiels could be a strong contender for property hunting. Your family could consider travelling by train to Edinburgh, then onto Borders Railway to Gala! What I find is, the fancier the vehicle, the faster I feel comfortable going faster, as you just don't feel the speed! That's why there are so many vehicles going, to me, far too fast and easily over 70 mph! Then I have to remind myself it's because they're driving a fabulous 'gas-guzzler' - and there are so many more of them on the road, with so many people taking out special finance deals to be able to afford them. Defo re health and revisit all that and make some lifestyle changes.
Howdy Guys!! An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as the old saying goes! There is nothing wrong with planning for adverse conditions. Back in mid November an old injury flared up & now I am having severe back problems. I have problems walking most days. Now traveling is a really challenge. Just short trips take me out of commission for days. I hope that things work out for you to find your way! Big bear hugs from Kenny in Ohio, USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Howdy Kenny 🌞 Sometimes the old sayings really are true, and you're absolutely right, if we try to help ourselves we'll make those cures much less needed/stressful/costly/time-consuming etc later down the line. Of course, we are both human and prone to the sins and bad ways that cross our paths on this life 😂🙈 But Stephen at least is trying to change things a bit and is si far succeeding, even if it won't be the case every day and will allow for the odd treat here and there.
I remember you saying about your injury, I'm really sorry you have to go through that. Is there anything that can be done? We're glad you enjoy our videos though and happy if they give you some joy ❤️ Big hugs back to you in Ohio and take care! 🤗 ❤️🥰
@@comealongdear Howdy Guys! We are all human with all the frailties that come along with it. At least you have the wisdom to see & plan for the future.
As for my back, I have pain patches & a TENS unit that help sometimes. CBD gummies (cannabis) help to deal with the pain. I am avoiding the big pharmacology drugs. Physical therapy has only made it worse over the years. When I first started therapy, I left with a cane. The next phase, I left with a walker, the third phase, they had to take me out to the car in a wheelchair. I never went after that.
I really hope that things turn around for you guys & that something wonderful happens & you can find a home or a bigger motorhome. Maybe a lottery win would be in your future! Maybe I'll win the lottery & can sponsor a nice big coach motorhome for you!! Big bear hugs from Kenny in Ohio, USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kenny that sounds like you've really been through it, and how awful that physical therapy only made it worse 😧 That's kind of not what you expect at all. You seem to keep in good spirits as best you can though, and that is worth a thousand pharmaceutical drugs! I wish all the best for you and hope there will be new ways to help you. You're trying different things to manage the pain so that's good 🙏
As you say, these things happen to us all in some way, shape or form, and us thinking about it beyond living in a van isn't a bad thing.
We'll be okay, life is just life and we are very lucky. Hmm the lottery is actually today, maybe you're onto something there 😍😂 I see a lucky dip coming on.
Big hugs and take care x
I love you two, my fav channel 😍pleased to hear you were given the all clear Steven but take care of yourselves. If you're ever in Bucks give me a shout & you can park on our drive 🙂
Aww thank you so much, that feels so unreal to be someone's favourite channel 😍❤️ And the offer is very much appreciated, thank you ❤️
Glad to see that Stephen is better after his health scare and hope he is back to his usual self, I was born in Hawick way back in 1955 and yes it did fall into decline after the demise of the woolen mills but I still love the place even though I live in Edinburgh now, I hope you can come back up to the borders some time and spend a little more time to explore the area, it really has so much to offer, stay safe and I hope everything works out for you.
Hi Kenneth, he is well again thank you as this was a while ago now, and he's back to his usual disinterested, dry self 😂 Ah how funny you're from Hawick originally! We're sorry we probably didn't do it justice (when it's a grey day it doesn't help), but we absolutely want to return because we are so grateful they have a campervan aire and we'd like to go back to spend some money in a local restaurant or something if we can. It seems an ideal place to stop en route into Scotland so we plan to return.
We want to see more of the Scottish Borders in general because the scenery was just gorgeous. Thank you again ❤️ 🙏
Hope Stephen continues his recovery, sorry you both had to deal with that. Another great video, I hope you find what you're looking for.
Thank you kindly 🙏❤️ Stephen is doing well, and who knows what the future holds, but we aren't worried, life will take its course and like every human we'll always question what we want or should do, because that's pretty normal I think (well you'd hope so 😂)
Sounds like you had a pretty tough time. Totally understand your desire to have a base. Think to remember about the north is the sense of community is much stronger than we have found in the busy south east so that helps with distance from family and keeping the van means you can easily visit. Good luck whatever your decision. 🤗
Thank you ladies 🥰 All is well now (well, we hope!) but it did shake us both up a bit. You're right, the old sayings are sometimes true, people are warmer and friendlier in the north overall we think, although I know it's not always the case and people in the south east can be just as friendly. We will keep the van regardless so that will be a big help. Not rushing into any decisions and I suspect we'll be in the van for quite a bit longer yet! Either way, lots of adventures to come still. Take care both 🥰❤️
@@MotorhomeMums oh guys!!! I’m devastated to hear about Archie. Such a beautiful pup. He had the best mums in The world. ❤️❤️❤️
Still loving your videos, the one I'm mostly waiting for every week, appreciate that you guys are trying to keep it up! Happy to hear Stephen is doing better, look after yourselves. Best wishes!
Thank you for your kind words, and we're pleased you're still enjoying the videos 😍❤️ We've done nearly 3 years in the van so inevitably we come to a crossroads (many times over!) but who knows, we may do years more or stop next year, I think fate will play a part here! ❤️
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Selkirk: yes, not much to see at all and often a town motorists just pass through on their way to Carlisle for example, or back up North. Hawick was interesting, especially the flooding aspect and even parts of Edinburgh are prone to this now. Galashiels is of course in a valley and have been there many times, but we need to go now to the museum there. One major consideration here is its Borders Railway and you can jump on a train and take it right into Edinburgh and is surely a great boost to the town for commuters. Houses prices are bound to be lower than in England and the area you came from originally. Finances and family and job prospects will surely be major factors in where you decide to get a property. Will it be a doer-upper, brand new, a flat - and do you want top floor or ground floor, bearing in mind you'll want to think about your old age and climbing flights of stairs? I'm off alcohol, sweets, cakes, although I've not had a health scare. I can drink red wine like water! As soon as I heard it from the doctor I needed to lose weight, I have been losing weight now for about 9 weeks and slowly, but surely, doing so. Blood pressure, Stephen, will be a consideration here, as I'm 58 and need to be thinking about such things, cholesterol and all that sort of thing. My partner doesn't drive either and wish at times that he did! The only thing I can suggest you do is learn to drive in an automatic vehicle, so you can forget about gears, but there's a higher cost involved. The independence it gives is a huge factor.
Some interesting thoughts for sure! The connections to Edinburgh did seem great so that could definitely influence things in future, and yes, just so much more affordable than down south. We have rarely worked and lived in the same town before so commuting to potential jobs would be fine. This is all easier said than done of course, it's miles from our family and there are other factors. But they are all mere ideas and Galashiels is somewhere we really liked. The cinema was cute and that sold it to us to some degree 😂
Well done on losing the weight, it's no easy feat when you're used to certain habits and routines, but they can be changed, it just takes time. Mine (Dan's) blood pressure isn't wonderful either, so it's definitely something for us both to be considering. We are lucky in our current jobs that we don't drink a drop of alcohol for the weeks we're here (this one being 6 weeks!) and eat a lot healthier too so hopefully that goes some way to helping us. We're a lot better than we used to be, despite seeing us with beers etc in our videos. But you're right, getting older brings these issues regardless, it's just how we choose to deal with them.
Automatic driving would be great, but as Daisy is manual, if I were to drive, I'd probably prefer to learn manual, despite the upwards tick in difficulty. Whether I do or not, who knows at this point!
@@comealongdear Yep 'health is wealth' and we're the same: don't have a lot of money, so we must do what's right for health, especially as we're getting older. Also, what with our 'broken' NHS, we have to be prepared for paying for scans, procedures, without too much of a wait. Property: mobile home?! Would you consider that?
A mobile home is definitely an option if the site fees are reasonable. We aren't ruling it out.
Yes, although the staff were great in the hospital, you could see they were pushed to the limits and that's why the waits were so high. You can see why anyone would pay if you can do it! But yes, avoiding needing to be there in the first place is as good advice as anyone can take I think.
@@comealongdear Great stuff.
Dare we say it, you go back to the UK and Steve's blood pressure goes sky high. Maybe Scotland isn't the answer! Maybe, just maybe mainland Europe is the medicine he needs.
As for Farm foods, you may say it's boring, but I, Darren shouted out " they still have Farmfoods in the UK. It's amazing what you miss when you love abroad. On second thoughts, maybe Scotland is a good option 🤔
Hawick may not be an option, but Alison would definitely live on the clock tower.
All joking aside, do take care of yourself Steve and Dan, time to get the old nurses uniform out of the cobwebs and take good care of your Stevie.
Much love Darren & Alison 🤟♥️
It makes much more sense to be the UK's fault now that you mention it 😂 Just being on the roads is enough!
There are some gorgeous options to look at in Scotland, but we do have to think practically, too. A little Yorkshire town in the video after the next, very much grabbed our hearts and seemed a real possibility of a future dwelling. But, for now, all just ideas and little peeks. The van is still the most sensible option, and the trouble is we're still enjoying it!
Hawick felt like it could have been quite special, and perhaps one day it will again. The tower was indeed glorious ❤️
I'm glad a FarmFoods sighting caused some excitement 😂 There's apparently over 300 in the UK, it's just they are mostly out of town shops. That's the first time we've ever seen one in a High Street!
Thank you both as always, I am looking after Steve by dragging him into some terrible, prolonged activities to look at piles of bricks, that's my prescription of choice, and he'll bloody well enjoy it 😉 He's doing okay though, at work we've been insanely healthy (he ran 5k today for the first time). I suspect that'll waver when we visit my mum next week and get out exploring again, but by then it will have been 6 weeks of no bad stuff, I'd say that deserves a beer/ice cream/chips/all and lots of it 😜
Take care both, much love ❤️ 🤟
had the same symptoms and turns out i was dehydrated..drank 1lt per day all good since...tea coffee fruits contain water but they dont hydrate the same way..good luck.
Glad you're okay now, it's amazing how much water plays a part in our health! I think he's trying to drink more now regardless. Thank you ❤️
Ó lord I'm so sorry Steve, I truly hope you are well, and Dan you are the best tonic Steve could have, I do hope your prospects improve as it just wouldn't be the same without a video to look forward to
Aww thank you Michael 🙏❤️ Steve is doing fine now, and whatever we decide we'll still be in the van for another year at least! Plenty more vids to come and it may be that we stay in it another 3 years so who knows! ❤️
@@comealongdear thank you so much for the update, that's wonderful news, take care of yourselves
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OMG! How frightening for you both! I’m glad Stephen is ok now, you must look after yourselves. Xx
Thank you Lindsay, it was scary for a few days, but everything is okay now just a bit of a fright/wake up call! ❤️🙏
SAH is linked with Hypertension and chronic stress. From the sound of your symptoms your body is trying to warn you that its state of health is not optimal. If it were me, I’d remove as much stress and drama from my life as possible, cut out alcohol completely and find a way to regularly exercise to help lower blood pressure. Reviewing nutrition and get back to fighting weight will help enormously. Gary, it would be very helpful for Steve, if you could drive. It would mean you could function if Steven was off the road and it would relieve the constant burden placed on a single driver. Take care and stay well.
Stephen is definitely trying to look after himself a bit better now, not removing every habit all the time perhaps and treats/alcohol sometimes, but certainly an improvement on before and much healthier eating overall.
He's very comfortable driving and we discussed it at length before we moved into a van (it was only me worried, not Stephen) and so far it's been fine. But yes, it would be useful in a bind if I was to drive, as we'll never know when something might occur that stops him from being able to.
O no lovely s 😢 so sad Steve not being filling good. Just saying i use to have very bad headaches and very sick I found it was chocolate and sugar I stopped it straight away and I’ve not had any problems since so I can eat white chocolate and not get any headaches. Just saying 😢. I used to stay in a flat in Hawick years ago. You will do the right thing always go with your gut feeling. Sending big hugs wishes Steve well and you take good care of yourselves ❤xx
Oh no, don't tell him he can eat white chocolate instead 😂 But that's interesting, I didn't imagine they'd be much different apart from the cocoa perhaps?! What you say about sugar and chocolate in general makes sense though and I'm so pleased it worked for you ❤️ Stephen hasn't touched it for a few weeks now (we've been at work a while since this was recorded) which is great.
How did you find living in Hawick? I suspect we need to give it another chance, but Galashiels did grab us more.
Hope everything is well with you and thank you for your well wishes, we appreciate it 🙏 ❤️
Just subscribed guys love the channel ❤
Ah that's fantastic, thank you so much 😍
I’m so glad you’re ok now Stephen - very scary for both of you. I love the Borders - we even had a house sale alert on Rightmove. Totally understand your concerns about future security. Speaking from my own experience, the concerns get more the older I get. Love watching you two on your channel - we’re in Scotland at the moment sometimes no wifi - hate not being able to watch your videos. Stay safe, well and above all, happy. ❤️❤️
Thank you Irene ❤️ Scary as it was, we're glad we know what the problem is (well, we hope we know) so we can keep an eye on it. The borders we will return to for sure, I think we'll definitely pass through Hawick again with the aire.
Where are you in Scotland? I hope you get some signal again soon, although occasionally it's nice without it for a bit 😍
@@comealongdear 👍we are south of Aberdeen with our campervan and caravan (and 3 dogs) for 2 weeks. Look after yourselves, stay safe ❤️❤️
Ah excellent, I feel that's probably an underrated side of Scotland! Have fun and hopefully some sun 🌞
@@comealongdear thank you ❤️❤️
You're so lucky you made it back to England where your medical is covered. I get bad migraines, sometimes, that feel like my head is going to explode.
I had a mini stroke, once, no lingering pain, but my words came out randomly, not what I was trying to say at all. I mimicked writing on my hand, so my son got me a pen and paper. I made a mark, but couldn't write letters. So frustrating.
My son was ready to call an ambulance, but I remembered an article I read, in Scientific American, decades before, where a doctor said speaking and singing use different parts of the brain, so he got his stroke victims to sing.
So, I sang, and the words came out right. My son couldn't help himself and sang back. It cleared up after awhile and I could talk again.
When I told my doctor, she said what it was and upped my blood pressure meds.
If that ever happens to you, or anyone reading this, just sing, so you can communicate. :)
I'm so glad everything turned out OK.
Driving can be nerve wracking, but it's easy, once you know how. Maybe just get your learners and have Steve teach you in big parking lots. :)
I'm surprised you have separate areas to dump black and grey water. It all goes down one hole here.
House, condo and apartment prices are astronomical right now. During our three week Evacuation Alert for wildfires, I seriously thought about selling my house and moving. The reality is, I can't afford anywhere else.
I would love to live in an RV, but, in Canada, you have to have a permanent address for a driver's license and vehicle insurance and a passport, if I wanted to travel.
I was waiting for you to slop some of that red wine into dinner. Then again, a waste of good wine. :)
Cheers,
Jon in rural BC, Canada
Morning Jon, god you know, we never thought of that, how lucky that it happened after we just got back 😬 We had travel insurance but it is nonetheless much easier being in your own country!
That sounds frightening what you went through, I'm glad you're well and it can be managed. What a fascinating fact about the singing though! You did well to call on that memory, and then for it work as well! How amazing, and strangely wonderful in its own way. I hope we don't, but if we ever need it, I hope we can call on that same knowledge 🙏 The brain is a fascinating beast. Very glad you're okay though, and another reason to look after blood pressure for sure.
Have you been okay during the wildfires? That must be a frightening prospect, it does very much seem to be luck of the draw there. You don't hear about them so much in the UK (of course, we have much less forest) but I do suspect the day will come when a big one rips through what little forest we do have left.
I hope not of course!
Could you use someone else's address as a "base" to register at so you can still travel? It's often the only way around these things!
All the best to you in Canada 🇨🇦 ❤️
I think I have said enough this week 😂 so just sending ❤❤❤
Thank you, you lovely pair you, big ❤️❤️❤️ back to you too 🤗
Stephen reminds me of Dave from the royal family do you not feel the urge to give him a good shake. no joking aside realy enjoyed that. In whole honesty if you learned to drive there would never be an issue with one of you being ill laid up in a bed in a house or van whats the difference?
The trouble is he'd probably shake me back harder 😂 I think the driving situation is more obvious in a van, obviously we never needed to drive the house 😜 In those days, Stephen drove and I got the train to work, and we'd only go out in the car at weekends, to the supermarket etc. We'll see though, it would be helpful but starting lessons again now we aren't really based anywhere could be tricky
I'm an ASDA customer.
The store is in the middle of the town, so l walk in, buy a loose banana, and walk straight back out again.
3 hrs parking for 20p.
Bargain.😉
That's how you do it 😂
There's been a lot of side effects from c-vx in community. Should Steven be driving? arrr no licence. I hope Steve can teach you and get some secret driving experience up your sleeve. You don't want to get sick in a small van, but you also don't want to choose a sedentary life style of having a house. Van life does keep you moving and fit. Any chance you guys can get on NIS?
I think Stephen's okay to drive, he absolutely wouldn't be if he wasn't sure, but of course, those worries do play on my (Dan's) mind, too. Some cheeky lessons would be great (and I've had a fair few about 6 years ago), I think the problem we have with me doing it officially now is we're not based anywhere, so attending regular "proper" lessons might be difficult. I'm sure there are ways around that though. Not sure what NIS is?
We've been sick in the van a few times, but nothing too serious so far. When it works it's a great life and has given us so much, so we'd have to think very carefully if we were to give it up!
@@comealongdear NIS = The National Insurance Scheme. Unemployment benefits, etc. With the state of the economy and ways of life, there's no shame being on the dole. Everyone needs a basic income.
Oh I see, of course 🤦♂️ Yes we would never be ashamed to do that (indeed we've both been there in the distant past for different reasons). For now, we work and it keeps us afloat, but it's definitely an uncertain position we're in from next year. We shall see and we'll cross that bridge when it happens
Annan is nice
Interesting, we'll take a look. Thank you 😁
Do you drive Dan?
No, which is another worry sometimes, although Stephen says it's only me that's concerned. I really don't like the idea of it, but it would be handy in a bind. We were lucky when this happened that we were parked somewhere we could leave the van. We don't ever drive huge distances now and ironically he probably drove more in an average week in his old job than in the van! So it's never really a problem, it's just you think about these things more when something health related occurs like this 🤷♂️🙈 I'm not ever ruling out having lessons again though!
Guaranteed, put the camera on Steve he will immediatly start picking his nose.
Oh god 🙈😂 You can't train him I'm afraid, but then again I think I prefer him a bit feral 😆🤪
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Oh dear god!!! Poor Dan! How dare he take sick and leave you in a position of serious responsibility. Quite unfair. Relieved for you both. I’m only 10 minutes into this. I’m sure I’ll be messaging again soon. ❤️❤️❤️xxx
It's outrageous and I didn't speak to him for days. How am I supposed to look after myself if he's going to put himself in hospital like that?! Selfish isn't the word! So I sat next to his hospital bed, taunting him whilst guzzling wine and eating all his favourite snacks as he feebly reached out to me and I patted his weak hand away. I considered that a fair response 🤷♂️
It’s madness! Meanwhile he is the one recieving the 24/7 care. It’s like a bad joke… 😉🤦❤️😂
Free bed and everything! He can pay for that by being dragged up the highest mountain I can find now, just you wait Stephen (will ensure 999 is on standby)
Oh my gosh!!!! I had a subarachnoid hemorrhage in '15! Got a nice dent in my head😆Had a coil put in, hospital for 2 months, blind in 1 eye, no balance and a memory of a goldfish!! I even pulled the drain out of my head by accident (off my noodle on hospital drugs🥴) I'm so glad you're ok Steve 🥰 😘x
Oh god, sorry to hear you went through that 😧 That sounds terrifying! I hope everything is okay now, are you completely "back to normal" for want of a better phrase? They did say it could be various unpleasant things like that when Stephen was in there so we were very worried for a few days, but thankfully he was lucky and turns out to be something he can manage hopefully.
Thank you and hope you're doing okay ❤️
@@comealongdear I didn't know it happened until I was going *rse over t!t down the stairs and crashed into the front door with my knees. I remember a couple of split seconds where I was rolling down the stairs, and the bashing my knees on the front door. And my flatmate slapping me in the face! I was out of it most of the time, passed out. Glad I didn't know what was going on. Remember waking in the ambulance and being strapped down, I got mad and passed out again 😆 then I was put in a coma for a week. What an experience! I had it the same year Cilla Black (rip) had hers. I was lucky because my flat mate decided to stay home that weekend. That was the mad thing about it all, he ALWAYS went away for weekends! But I'm all good now 🥴 Oh and the main hospital here happened to be the best in England for neurology 😜😘x
Wow, thanks for sharing your lives.❤ One with worse tragic experiences than the other. So lovely to hear and read that you have recovered. All love to you! / André & Maria
Hi Guys, iv only just found your channel and I have subscribed, hope Stephen has made a full recovery. XX
Just a thought, would you be able to buy a wee piece of land and have a static home as a base. Xx
We have to wait until next week to know which film your saw! There are some real estate bargains there I see on line. Your not very informative! 😄 I'm sure you will work things out, you are two intelligent men and you dont have a pony so dont need a large property. The shock of coming back to England might have been too much for Steve, ( fish and chips and beer! ) as we get older we realise we are not invincible and need to listen to our bodies creak and groan and act accordingly. You are lucky to have each other and more freedom than most so come along dears dont get maudlin. What capers next week? 🕺
I'll put you out of your misery and tell you now, because we absolutely don't mention the film for next week 😂 It was A Quiet Place...something. The prequel. Popcorn horror fodder which was just the ticket (it was okay...a bit predictable).
God you're right though, how did we miss the trick of actually looking at the property prices in the estate agent windows for the video 🙈 Bloody useless UA-camrs we are 🤦♂️😂 As you say though, its definitely reasonably cheap up there, and the connections to Scotland's capital city mean work might not be so bad to find.
You are right though, we are very lucky and grateful for all we have and do and it might be that we only give it up if we're forced to in the end because ultimately, despite the challenges and down sides, we have lead a happier life like this.
I think the constant tasty shocks and cheap beer of Germany might have played a part too, but yes the UK has its own part to play 😂 Fish and chips does actually feature next week 🙈 But overall, Stephen is looking after himself much better. He'll likely never be a saint, but it's a big turnaround so that's good.
We do have each other (we're stuck now, divorce is too costly 😉) and no we don't need anything big if we do settle again. We'll be okay...it's all part of the adventure! 😁 See you next week! 😍❤️
@@comealongdear I cant do horror movies, real life is scary enough for me. 😜
Real life is infinitely scarier, horror films are light relief by comparison 😂
I think you need to pass your driving test , take the pressure off Stephen or Steven. Would be beneficial if anything happens
It definitely would, although Stephen is 100% comfortable with the driving (and I personally dislike the idea of driving myself) it would be very useful for practical reasons as you say
You're not feeling it, not sold on it...i'm not feeling it or sold on this either.