188. Getting Back to Normal is Hard - Living Alone in Wales (January 2025)

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  • @debravaldez1874
    @debravaldez1874 11 годин тому +9

    I’d put a big mirror above the mantle - it’ll make the room feel bigger. The artwork could go around the room
    Love that painting of the tree 😊

  • @Freedom2Roam.
    @Freedom2Roam. 16 годин тому +14

    My friend and I are having a no buy year ( apart from absolute essentials) . She did it last year too and saved thousands , that’s how she bought her car .

  • @snail6queen6hammy
    @snail6queen6hammy 15 годин тому +15

    I absolutely love that you didn’t want to disturb the cats. I have three cats, two budgies and one cockatiel. A lot of my life involves not disturbing the birds or offending the cats.

    • @sabinekoch3448
      @sabinekoch3448 13 годин тому +3

      😁 Cats are so easily offended…

    • @Tandenloos
      @Tandenloos 11 годин тому +3

      Lol yep how dare you

  • @mrsplumbridge4888
    @mrsplumbridge4888 9 годин тому +8

    Looking forward to seeing your 2025 videos no matter what you do. I'm sure I speak for others on here when I say we enjoy anything you do 😊

  • @jeanettekessler4827
    @jeanettekessler4827 12 годин тому +5

    William Morris would look lovely next to the bedroom writing desk.

  • @AcornHillHomestead
    @AcornHillHomestead 11 годин тому +4

    This year I didn’t put up Christmas decorations. Instead I opted for natural winter themed decor like garlands and fairy lights for a nice nighttime glow. We already had all of that. I added berries and thrifted icicles. The look cozy and it can stay up until March. We live on wooded land so it was nice bringing the outdoors in. Next year I’ll go foraging and plant up the outside urns with trees we can plant the following summer. Just waiting for some of my shrubs to get big enough for cuttings. I try hard to only thrift seasonal decor or take from our yard. 😊 Can’t wait for spring! Your place is coming along nicely.

  • @lorellstoneman74
    @lorellstoneman74 18 годин тому +7

    Sounds like your on a roll...good plans, thanks for sharing.

  • @rglp4179
    @rglp4179 17 годин тому +8

    Hi Sean, I attended Bullers Wood School for Girls in Chislehurst (Bromley, Kent) where they had a strong history with William morris. Our “main block” which was original from when the school was first built had several walls and ceilings decorated by William morris himself, was one of the first things I learnt attending the school and always loved the history!

  • @ChristineHillier67
    @ChristineHillier67 8 годин тому +3

    Hello Sean
    Loving the test tube ladder, I had a smaller one a few years ago and it looked great with gerbera's and lavender in them, the bees loved it too till my cat took a shine to it and tried to go for a swing, hence why I said used to have 😂
    Like you i was finding it hard to get back into a routine this week as school started back, the back twinges are a firm reminder that im back to normal !
    Take care Sean 💜

  • @susanellis7780
    @susanellis7780 18 годин тому +8

    Nice Tree Of Life painting😊

  • @susanstewart4184
    @susanstewart4184 14 годин тому +5

    Just thinking Sean,you could paint the wall over fireplace dark green and put a lot of simila framed pictures on it❤

  • @kategwynne4658
    @kategwynne4658 11 годин тому +3

    Nice to see you, Sean. I like your idea of taking the green colour and painting the fire surround. I feel that some colour is warranted in your front room. Lol. Your home looks very cosy. Isn't it nice to start a new year with a fresh slate and the hope of the future. Nice. Well done on the weight loss, by the way.

  • @Cottage_Mom
    @Cottage_Mom 14 годин тому +4

    Maybe consider a second picture of the same size from the William Morris Cats Collection and hang as a pair over the mantle? I saw a few on Etsy.

  • @keving331
    @keving331 13 годин тому +7

    Wow, is it still T-shirt weather there in South Wales? Here in Yorkshire it’s 0C by day and down to -10C at night!😂😂😂

  • @alenkawebber4456
    @alenkawebber4456 12 годин тому +3

    Wishing you Happy New Year. Thank you for sharing i enjoy watching your videos 🙏

  • @grumpy_poo
    @grumpy_poo 14 годин тому +3

    Happy New year.. My goodness that year has flown by....

  • @maureenmckenna5220
    @maureenmckenna5220 18 годин тому +4

    Love the picture. You can always use two or three mats and enlarge the new frame. The green and pink would work as mats. Don’t know if framing is as expensive there as it is here, in the states, but it is a lovely picture.

  • @irenepickering-p4u
    @irenepickering-p4u 16 годин тому +2

    I'm always glad to get the house back to normal after Christmas.ooking forward to seeing what you have arriving. Stay warm 😊

  • @MaxinePayne-vb9bf
    @MaxinePayne-vb9bf 16 годин тому +2

    Morning Sean ❤️ happy new year. I love where your desk is now, I bet it’s a amazing view. Your curtains are just so beautiful they just make the desk nook look so inviting, see you soon x

  • @laurieadams5328
    @laurieadams5328 14 годин тому +1

    I always find the weeks immediately after Christmas the ideal time to refresh the house by donating unused or unwanted items. The New Year lends itself to wanting a clean slate to start the year. I love the pictures you chose.

  • @lindaedwards7840
    @lindaedwards7840 6 годин тому +1

    Hello Sean thank you for the video, interesting you have not had much snow here on Wirral we have been having more than usual. It's gradually disappearing, my gardens are getting quite green again with small leaves sprouting , natures stirring once again . All the best for 2025. 🎉🌞👍

  • @robynlancaster6919
    @robynlancaster6919 День тому +5

    The picture is lovely but I agree it’s too small. It will look great on a wall that is a better size for it maybe in the summer house? Happy New Year and really look forward to your second year in Wales!

  • @thrivetobebetter835
    @thrivetobebetter835 17 годин тому +6

    Your Erigeron Karvinskianus (mexican fleabane daisy) that you planted in the cottage garden border roots very well in water, it will be ideal for rooting in your propagation station test tubes.

  • @laytonjones2093
    @laytonjones2093 2 години тому +1

    It's 11.40pm so good night Jon Boy

  • @LeeJahn-ih9xu
    @LeeJahn-ih9xu День тому +4

    I’m the same Sean concerning de-cluttering the home, I prefer less and got rid of a lot of bits and bobs, no more ornaments and clutter for me 😅. Enjoying your videos immensely- thanks for posting

  • @nickybookz222
    @nickybookz222 17 годин тому +6

    I already had a rack with glass tubes in my bedroom in the 1970s. It's very funny that nowadays TikTok calls everything new while they just bring something back from the 1970s. 🙂

    • @Angel-002
      @Angel-002 9 годин тому +1

      Retro or vintage is what they call it now. Vintage from the 70's, 80's & 90's makes me feel very old🤣🤣

  • @RenéeinVirginia
    @RenéeinVirginia День тому +10

    I've.missed the walks around Too Good to Waste. I like walking around those places but I don't buy anything anymore because I'm trying to minimize what I have now. But best not to tempt myself. It's amazing how the money adds up. Same seeing stuff online. I save it on wanted list and usually in a few days I don't even want it anymore. Yes, I agree, you do need a picture or mirror size appropriate for above the fireplace. Nos da.

  • @carolearrowsmith2461
    @carolearrowsmith2461 14 годин тому +6

    Morning Sean, lovely to see you back. You've been missed. Happy New year🐞

  • @lorrainemorris527
    @lorrainemorris527 15 годин тому +1

    I loved the photo of William Morris you have brought back memories of my dog whose name was William Morris a beautiful fox terrier. The room that you are in which is upstairs looks really cosy. Well done Sean for losing that amount of weight 👏👏👏👏.

  • @darlenebradley6756
    @darlenebradley6756 29 хвилин тому

    I really like your 'John Boy' nook....now if you could just put your hands on some 'Big Chief' writing tablets! I keep a journal and have a special place where I like to write: at my grandmother's secretary desk which I inherited a few years ago. This year I am investing in a nice fountain pen.
    As for snow, we just had a hugh snow storm here in Kentucky...I would love to send you some!

  • @kimsherlock8969
    @kimsherlock8969 13 годин тому +3

    I have removed all paint from wood
    Fireplaces made of wooden mantelpiece and sides
    Are too beautiful to paint
    The wood is usually beautiful if given a breath.

  • @deborahwhite2339
    @deborahwhite2339 12 годин тому +2

    I have 2 kitties, having just had a good breakfast, are now having a good sleep. I have decided, as a fresh start to cast aside my diet Pepsi habit and take up tea. I saw that they even had Yorkshire tea at Walmart. 🇨🇦🙂👍👍😽😽

  • @annecorbett2049
    @annecorbett2049 День тому +7

    Really enjoyed your blog. Looking forward to seeing how the homestead grows and enjoying your blogs on life and walks. Happy new year sean

  • @caralea3442
    @caralea3442 17 годин тому +2

    Aberdare Park is particularly beautiful in the frost.

  • @janicecoulson5388
    @janicecoulson5388 18 годин тому +6

    Yes it's too small, get a twin side by side. Or a big mirror

  • @SuperCmorris
    @SuperCmorris 16 годин тому +1

    Its nice to see you getting back into the swing of things Sean, I agree, think a larger picture would be best, more effective, stay warm and stay safe, soup day today in this freezing weather, ❤

  • @YllaStar95970
    @YllaStar95970 16 годин тому +3

    With more, and more people utising their front gardens for ORP, it is becoming rarer and rarer to see a splash of colour from all the wonderful variety of plants.
    My dad would walk past, and take a cutting of anything which caught his eye.
    He sure did have green fingers, wherever he doinked it into our front garden, it grew.
    So much so, ours looked like a Jackson Pollock, almost all year around.
    You can win a competition nowadays for the best kept garden 😂

    • @seanjamescameron
      @seanjamescameron  16 годин тому +3

      What’s ORP?

    • @YllaStar95970
      @YllaStar95970 16 годин тому +2

      @seanjamescameron Off Road Parking. 👍

    • @Angel-002
      @Angel-002 9 годин тому +1

      ​@@seanjamescameronGlad you asked that, because I was racking my brains😂😂

  • @Hermit1903
    @Hermit1903 14 годин тому +2

    Yes I do find the house looks bare, but its kind of a good bareness...I am ready for the space and normality by then.

  • @susangrindle7426
    @susangrindle7426 6 годин тому +1

    Love the picture i would keep it in the house. It took me 2 days to take my decorations down 😂😂. It took me around 6hrs to do the tree 😂. The writing nook looks cosy. Talking about togood to waste i bought a sylvac elf on line and it was from the shop in your neck of the woods couldn't believe it , so near but yet so far 😂😂😂😂

  • @Jos-si4vc
    @Jos-si4vc 11 годин тому +1

    I was looking forward to seeing your snow!

  • @kasandrabrown8611
    @kasandrabrown8611 10 годин тому +1

    You're on a roll! Great video. Im going to buy that Wm. MORRIS cat picture as I have two black cats. One is a Tuxedo. Also, ee just got 12" of snow in Cincinnati. This has stopped everything. A city built on SEVEN HILLS, literally, no one and nothing has gotten done for days. I was camped out at the local Ace Hardware this morning hoping to get my allotment of 2 bags of salt. I got them!

  • @tommeltje1
    @tommeltje1 7 годин тому +1

    Love the William Morris print! 😊❤

  • @mrsplumbridge4888
    @mrsplumbridge4888 9 годин тому +3

    Yes i think the picture should be bigger Sean 🤔

  • @dianeyoung8068
    @dianeyoung8068 14 годин тому

    I really like the black cat picture and the tree painting. I agree that it feels like the cat picture is small for the area above the fireplace. Congrats on the progress you have made on your fitness goals!

  • @roscowoodward6037
    @roscowoodward6037 14 годин тому

    Id put the morris picture by backdoor to enhance the blind and the tree picture at top of stairs for inspiration for the next day. Love the tube ladder, what a great idea.
    The video of putting a year's worth together, maybe pick the last week of every month to show end result of that month. Happy New Year to you and everybody watching 🎉

  • @Christine-il8nm
    @Christine-il8nm 16 годин тому +1

    Looking forward to the coming videos sean ❤

  • @emmafarr770
    @emmafarr770 День тому +8

    Sometimes clutter can be Too much. But your desk looks very comfortable. But.
    Don't we all like to surround ourselves with things we love

  • @hilaryporter7841
    @hilaryporter7841 3 години тому

    A big horizontal mirror from one of your second hand shops would look great over your mantle place. Make the space look bigger too. What do you think?

  • @Francesca5147
    @Francesca5147 13 годин тому +4

    Hi Sean Happy New Year to you and thanks for all your very entertaining videos throughout 2024 and in previous years too- I’ve really enjoyed watching them and no doubt there’s lots more to come! Take care and enjoy 2025😃

  • @TheEnchantedDuat
    @TheEnchantedDuat 15 годин тому +1

    Too small for the space but if you add a larger sized mirror next to it. This creates an illusion of size. The cat pic slightly infront of the mirror sitting on the mantle and then add a posy, or forage find of the moment hung above it. Also place slight off center and counter with a large candle stick at the other end of the mantle... :)

  • @brokenbritain9441
    @brokenbritain9441 18 годин тому +4

    We've got a heatwave on Monday❤

  • @debbiemorris7814
    @debbiemorris7814 6 годин тому

    I like the too good shops also,maybe when you get a car you could do a tour of them all,ive been to the one in merthyr and llantrisant but my local is in penalta and Ive bought some lovely items,The tree reminded me of the lonely tree on saundersfoot beach,and the cat on the william morris print was very nice,you will have to get another to represent your other moggy.

  • @Tanmicmak
    @Tanmicmak День тому +12

    It takes me two days to put all my trimmings out and 2 days to put it all away 😅 I decorating front room, kitchen, toilet, landing and even some in the bathroom. I even change over all my crockery for christmas themed then change back. It is a chore but I do love it when its all up for December, love the cosy lighting.

  • @scpena725
    @scpena725 15 годин тому

    You could have the picture reframed (or do it yourself) with a wider (colored) matting to make it larger for over the fireplace.

  • @blueice-24
    @blueice-24 6 годин тому

    Paint the wall not the fireplace. Black frames will look so nice against a lovely green wall. A green slightly darker than the colour in the print.

  • @leonorarowe6183
    @leonorarowe6183 18 годин тому +4

    HI why don't you put that picture in the home stead ❤

  • @catherineclark2949
    @catherineclark2949 18 годин тому +5

    Love the William Morris print but it's too small above the fireplace. You could put ornaments on the shelf of the fireplace. When decluttering I go through a room at a time and include all storage areas, it's a good feeling when it's done

  • @welc0meh0me
    @welc0meh0me 18 годин тому +4

    Happy New Year!

  • @emmafarr770
    @emmafarr770 День тому +4

    When you paint the fireplace, it will give it a pop of color the picture will look fine over the mantle. It's not too small. You could add other things on the mantel on either side.

  • @1Celticlife
    @1Celticlife 18 годин тому +5

    Merry 12th night Sean. I think a large painting would do well over that fireplace. About 3-4 times bigger than that cat. Warm colors and Welsh-like landscape? We too had snow in Ocean County New Jersey.

  • @maysloman5313
    @maysloman5313 16 годин тому +2

    Happy New Year thank you for all the brilliant videos throughout 2024.

  • @francesbrotzel8561
    @francesbrotzel8561 14 годин тому +3

    Why not have more than one picture over the fireplace.

  • @lynnettewood355
    @lynnettewood355 16 годин тому +2

    L9vely photo. I think it's too small for the space. Could it go on the wall on the landing?

  • @jillychandler
    @jillychandler 17 годин тому +2

    Thank you for taking us with you on your thoughts for the New Year ahead. Look forward to seeing what you are going to be up to at The Rusty Homestead tomorrow. Blessings from a cold and frosty (snow is a possibility, but we have not had any here yet) West Devon, England, and Jilly & Madge. xxx

  • @LynnDrury
    @LynnDrury 14 годин тому +3

    It's like being in the arctic here. 4 inches of snow that has frozen solid so cannot go anywhere. Oh well. Love the William Morris picture.

  • @ebutlink
    @ebutlink 16 годин тому +2

    Dark frames work better for quite small pics or paintings, that dark one is too dominant and demanding, pictures need to blend in and not shout at you . only my opinion

  • @dixiedarr700
    @dixiedarr700 12 годин тому +3

    I love the William Morris print, just add a gallery wall around it.

  • @starlight1867
    @starlight1867 5 годин тому +1

    Here in Lancashire we have about 6/8 inches of snow and everything is frozen solid. Much more than the last few years and very misty the past couple of days too. Love your tree of life painting and the William Morris one too. Happy New Year Sean and I hope your plans all work out well 👌

  • @peacefulgarden
    @peacefulgarden 13 годин тому +2

    Happy New Year Sean 🎉
    Would love to see a peruse through the seeds and possible layout/placement of said veg.
    Inspiration for us all in the depths on Winter.
    Oh and a yoga demonstration could be a hoot 😉 were you so inclined. I'd watch the heck out of that 😊
    Of course it's the chit chat that makes it better.
    Meandering down the paths of your musings is ever a delight ❤

  • @traceyrowlands1220
    @traceyrowlands1220 18 годин тому +6

    I love that picture Sean, it's beautiful. I would keep the fireplace as it is. Why not paint the chimney breast wall a nice green as a feature wall. Would look fabulous. I've got mine a dark forest green but yours would look beautiful the same colour as the leaves in the picture...would take 3 or 4 coats mind 👍👍👍👍❤️

  • @Valw517
    @Valw517 17 годин тому +5

    Propagation station would also look nice with a single bloom in each tube!

  • @IanCarroll
    @IanCarroll 14 годин тому

    Hi Sean. Happy New Year from Northumberland 😁 I have just watched the latest video and enjoyed it as usual👍🏻
    I have been trying to find your live stream link for the homestead but can’t. Do you only have it on when you are down there?
    Best regards
    Ian

    • @seanjamescameron
      @seanjamescameron  14 годин тому

      It’s run by solar power and we haven’t had enough sun recently.

  • @sylviahopwood9730
    @sylviahopwood9730 5 годин тому

    Hi Sean ,does the little heater warm up the bedroom and is it cheap to run .I've moved into my new / old cottage and have a log burner that heats up the ground floor but the bedroom is freezing without the central heating on .xx

    • @seanjamescameron
      @seanjamescameron  5 годин тому

      No idea on cost but I’ve been using them for years. They warm a room quickly then you step it down to one bar.

  • @mrsmiggins6435
    @mrsmiggins6435 12 годин тому +3

    Love the cuttings ladder idea. The tree picture is beautiful. Are you able to decorate your home and make alterations? I wish i could get my home in an ordered state, my mind is so muddled. Take care 🤗

  • @gaynorprior9864
    @gaynorprior9864 13 годин тому +1

    👍👍😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿❤️

  • @101fairplay
    @101fairplay 18 годин тому +4

    Great goals

  • @SusanFox-b5d
    @SusanFox-b5d День тому +5

    What a good idea to have a de-clutter and clean through. It takes a while to really settle into a new home and make it your own. I'm still doing that now after eighteen months! (although it hasn't taken me that long to sort my garden, even though it is quite big, lol! I guess I know where my priorities lay!!) I agree, you do need a larger picture above your fireplace, as a feature. Thank you again for making these videos. I really do enjoy them

  • @CharleyFry
    @CharleyFry 17 годин тому +14

    You're fab at photography. Why not make your own, big picture?

    • @angelapitkin7097
      @angelapitkin7097 17 годин тому +3

      That's a very good idea we have done that

    • @goldcoastlady5377
      @goldcoastlady5377 17 годин тому +4

      ​@angelapitkin7097 Me too. I also started painting last march, so I have painted the dogs and husband and a few close friends children. Won't make the National Gallery, but we like them. 😂

    • @Hermit1903
      @Hermit1903 14 годин тому +1

      Excellent idea, I have canvases up on my wall of photographs I have taken.

  • @jamesclayton3388
    @jamesclayton3388 13 годин тому +2

    Back to normal, Happy New Year!.. and look forward to seeing you in your new adventures.

  • @colleenmckinlay2916
    @colleenmckinlay2916 17 годин тому +3

    Looks like a great plan for 2025- fitness, maybe a car and of course continued work on the homestead. Looking forward to all future videos. Yes, that pic is lovely but too small for that space. I think a beautiful print of the Welsh countryside or a large mirror. Impressive spring/winter clean out. Feels so good when all is in order. I will be having knee replacement surgery the beginning of Feb so getting all the bits and bobs done now as well as making up some freezer meals. Will help a lot with my recovery and help hubbie out too who is definitely not a cook.

    • @goldcoastlady5377
      @goldcoastlady5377 17 годин тому

      @colleenmckinlay2916 Hello Colleen, I'm currently in hospital after having a total hip replacement. Today is day 2 and going extremely well. They had me walking 2 hours after I got to the ward and doing physiotherapy twice a day and walking around in between. Good luck with your knee replacement and follow the Doctors orders! Take care, Goldie X

  • @ZacJonesYouTube
    @ZacJonesYouTube 3 години тому

    Been watching loads lately! Very consistent 😆🎉

  • @alysonwilliams2543
    @alysonwilliams2543 16 годин тому +1

    ❄️

  • @margaretg7861
    @margaretg7861 16 годин тому +2

    Lovely to see you back with us Sean. Certainly cold at the moment isn't it ..Looking forward to see your next episode. Love your pictures and the cuttings rack too. Have a good day Sean and keep warm ..

  • @SowsmallGrowtall
    @SowsmallGrowtall 5 годин тому

    Loving your channel especially the homestead , giving me a few ideas . Thanks

  • @motivationalquotes7195
    @motivationalquotes7195 6 годин тому

    Another brilliant video Sean! 👍👍

  • @FoodThymeAndGarden
    @FoodThymeAndGarden 11 годин тому

  • @jimmyquinn9639
    @jimmyquinn9639 18 годин тому +7

    Why don’t you get a big mirror above the fire that would look nice sean 👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

    • @colleenmckinlay2916
      @colleenmckinlay2916 17 годин тому +2

      That is exactly what I was thinking. Would add light and make the room look larger.

    • @seanjamescameron
      @seanjamescameron  16 годин тому +1

      But difficult when filming. Causes too many problems.

  • @ColinOBear
    @ColinOBear 3 години тому

    As someone else suggested, it would look lovely putting together several pictures of different sizes and group them - have a look online for inspiration. 😁

  • @leonorarowe6183
    @leonorarowe6183 18 годин тому +4

    God Bless you.

  • @zoepatterson3643
    @zoepatterson3643 5 годин тому

    Lovely little video Sean ,you do remind me of Jon Boy Walton. See you next time ,sleep well

  • @sarahstrong7174
    @sarahstrong7174 6 годин тому

    Good Night Sean.

  • @serenadm6619
    @serenadm6619 5 годин тому

    Isn’t it just lovely to get back to normal:) 15:28

  • @Deborah-vv5cq
    @Deborah-vv5cq 15 годин тому

    Wishing you well with your new fitness regime.

  • @historybarf
    @historybarf 21 годину тому +4

    You’re having a one year purge.

  • @Jane_and_Meg
    @Jane_and_Meg 10 годин тому +1

    Hi Sean, best plan not taking down the decorations until 12th night as to take them down before is unlucky! We did that and we've still had some bad luck but that another story! 😅
    I really like the tree picture such wonderful colours and I thought your John Boy nooke set up looks so cozy. Perfect. 👍🏻
    Good on you re the weight loss thing keep going Sean! 👍🏻
    Looking forward to your Homestead update.
    Take care and catch up soon.

  • @brendatucker35
    @brendatucker35 14 годин тому

    I also missed Two Good To Waste, hope you will go soon.❤❤❤❤❤

  • @gary437
    @gary437 17 годин тому +1

    get yourself an mpv car great for wild car camping

  • @CountryCityUK
    @CountryCityUK День тому +11

    Maybe a just giving page for some donations towards a car? Seen as it'll help you make videos for everyone, it'd benefit you and your subscribers

    • @izamanic
      @izamanic 11 годин тому +1

      Great idea

  • @angelwings1446
    @angelwings1446 3 години тому

    Your not aloud to take cuttings from Aberdare Park !