Slowly Going Nuts - Little Projects For Sanity's Sake

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  • @Darkeforce
    @Darkeforce 4 роки тому +20

    I basically just watched Jay doing chores for 20 minutes and I don’t regret it. 🤔😆

  • @beverleygardner7695
    @beverleygardner7695 4 роки тому +26

    I live in Melbourne, Australia. We have just come to the end of our second wave lockdown. Its been 13 weeks. Curfew. 5km radius. No pubs, cafes, restaurants or shops. Mandatory masks. We got there, and so will you guys! Stay safe 🇦🇺

    • @andreamoboe
      @andreamoboe 4 роки тому +4

      Glade to see another person from Melbourne commenting. Definitely. Was a long and hard road for many but we did it. Hopefully it stays to the very low figures here. ☀️

    • @julieg447
      @julieg447 4 роки тому

      Wow

    • @roxanemeunier810
      @roxanemeunier810 4 роки тому +1

      Isnt it great Beverley. Im a fellow Melbournian

  • @Tsek705
    @Tsek705 4 роки тому +4

    Your garage looks like its bigger than your apartment. Gotta love Paris!

    • @christinelachance8012
      @christinelachance8012 4 роки тому

      ...FYI, Jay’s “apartment” is une chambre de Bonne (a maid’s room) that belongs to an actual apartment in the building. Nowadays not too many people have live in staff!

  • @aairsick
    @aairsick 4 роки тому +4

    Jay - you wrap the tape around the threads BEFORE you attach the hose. It’s called plumbers tape -- it helps to prevent leaks at the threads! You can go back and do it, I yelled as loud as I could from Missouri but I don’t think you heard me!

    • @christinelachance8012
      @christinelachance8012 4 роки тому

      ...Ahaha...I was yelling too, all the way from Portland, OR

    • @JD987abc
      @JD987abc 4 роки тому

      I think jay didn’t pay attention in shop class🤔

  • @jasontrott4158
    @jasontrott4158 4 роки тому +9

    I am happy that I am not the only person that tries to put something together without reading the instructions.

    • @viviantrinh7153
      @viviantrinh7153 4 роки тому

      Hahahaha don’t worry, I’m the same! I just get too excited!

  • @Jusher64
    @Jusher64 4 роки тому +6

    Enjoyed watching the creation of this vid yesterday. Love your positivity! I love getting those little projects done. It’s Election Day here in the US, as you know. I voted by ballot weeks ago. I pray there is no violence over the next few weeks.

  • @hanchigo2355
    @hanchigo2355 4 роки тому +20

    Geez those garage doors look like your entering a secret government facility lol.

  • @debbiekwiecinski1083
    @debbiekwiecinski1083 4 роки тому +1

    I got a lot of joy from watching you kick through the leaves in the intro.

    • @JaySwanson
      @JaySwanson  4 роки тому

      Haha, good! That's the goal =D

  • @dixierosestudios
    @dixierosestudios 4 роки тому +5

    Never have chores been so entertaining

  • @andyshacks7812
    @andyshacks7812 4 роки тому +2

    What a productive day!! Days like that are sooo satisfying! Those shower heads are great. My partner has one. Glad you’re keeping upbeat buddy ! 👍

  • @adriennecruz3843
    @adriennecruz3843 4 роки тому +19

    You know you are in a second pandemic lockdown when a guy "de-calcaire-ing" his coffee pot is essential entertainment. Thank you.

    • @ReticulatingSplines_
      @ReticulatingSplines_ 4 роки тому +3

      Better than doing my own chores

    • @julieg447
      @julieg447 4 роки тому +1

      I love that he shares his everyday life. He is just like you and me, it's refreshing from, you know, people with perfect lives in perfect places.
      Also, it's the way he does it 🙂
      But yes, covid.

    • @adriennecruz3843
      @adriennecruz3843 4 роки тому

      @@julieg447 Yes I thought the same: "Wow, other people also have all sorts of annoying little tasks to complete. But of course thank goodness as these help to pass the time in lockdown.

  • @michaelbrennan5433
    @michaelbrennan5433 4 роки тому +4

    Those garage doors are something from " Get Smart ". Where is Agent 99?

  • @sparkyggreatmusic450
    @sparkyggreatmusic450 4 роки тому +2

    Jay, I pray your bike is safe in that garage! Just take all the precautions u can .

  • @KatieReadsKoziesAndMore
    @KatieReadsKoziesAndMore 4 роки тому +20

    Election Day in America. Watching you to keep my mind off the next 24 hours. Going to see my shrink this afternoon. Yes, I started seeing a psychiatrist after the 2016 election. I’m wondering if it would have been better to go tomorrow? I’m wishing everyone well as we face the ongoing COVID situation. I’m praying for a safe and peaceful transition to the next 4-year presidential term, no matter who is elected. Right now I wish I was locked down in Paris and watching the Election results from afar. Peace and good health to all.

    • @christineschmidutz5057
      @christineschmidutz5057 4 роки тому +1

      I am on the same track..no media's today. No news... Just head down and ignoring the chaos. Tomorrow is my virtual therapy appt so I can talk about it all then.

    • @JD987abc
      @JD987abc 4 роки тому +3

      Hi Katie. I completely agree with you. Staying in any apartment in Paris for a month or so, with the ability to go out for exercise and essentials is far superior to what we’re going through in the US with this horrible man and his hateful family in our WH. We’re on the verge of major violence induced by trump. Im 70 and never thought we’d be going through this revolution. I spent first two weeks of this February in Paris only to return with cv19. The disease isn’t fake like trump and some of his supporters say. So wherever you are, enjoy your Paris dreams and its ok if we are a bit envious of Jay and other expats who smartly moved to France when they could. Thank

    • @KatieReadsKoziesAndMore
      @KatieReadsKoziesAndMore 4 роки тому +2

      Hello Joseph! A kindred spirit! I’m in my mid-60’s and I feel the same as you. Even surviving the Cold War with its air raid drills and nightmares of whistling bombs as they race to the ground was preferable to having a traitor in the White House, along with his henchmen in the Senate. The polls have been closed here for 2 hours. So far I’ve stayed away from the news. I discovered Jay’s channel just as Covid was threatening to close Paris down for the first time. I think I’m gonna binge on earlier episodes to see Paris, and Jay, in healthier times. Stay strong and optimistic. We are Americans and we can, and will, survive whatever this election throws at us!

    • @JD987abc
      @JD987abc 4 роки тому

      @@KatieReadsKoziesAndMore smart woman. I’m not watching returns either. So you must be a francophile too? Do you get to Paris often?

    • @KatieReadsKoziesAndMore
      @KatieReadsKoziesAndMore 4 роки тому

      @@JD987abc truthfully, I’ve never been too interested in visiting France. Great Britain is my passion. But watching Jay and seeing the magic in daily living, even during Covid, has been very attractive to me.

  • @shelaghjackson9577
    @shelaghjackson9577 4 роки тому +2

    More projects for you:
    Scrub the grout in your tiled shower.You can use vinegar there too.
    Put some of the white tape that came with your new shower hose on the part at the wall before you screw in the new hose.
    Fits better, stops leaks.
    That bike is great! I hope you have a rack or big pipe to lock it to in the garage? Although it should be ok in your inner garage.

  • @andreamoboe
    @andreamoboe 4 роки тому +3

    Hi from Melbourne. You can do it Jay!! We are almost a week into freedom here after 13-14 weeks of lockdown! Was hard for many but you can all do it. Take care. 🌞

  • @CarinRuff
    @CarinRuff 4 роки тому +3

    So, with all the things to worry about in the world, I've been worrying about the smell in your apartment. Glad to have an update!

  • @silverhiccups
    @silverhiccups 4 роки тому +1

    Feeling so giddy about the shout out! You're welcome and keep on keepin'!

  • @kmichalene
    @kmichalene 4 роки тому

    Beautiful footage! I love Paris. I just moved here. So excited despite the lockdown!

  • @vonlipi
    @vonlipi 4 роки тому

    Hang in there Jay and stay safe!

  • @bonriver9420
    @bonriver9420 4 роки тому

    So satisfying watching you do your chores. I am not a bike person at all but that bike is an amazing creation. I hope it is safe in that garage. The run through that park looked like a lot of fun and it is so good for your mental and physical well being. You will do just fine in the second lockdown. You have a great attitude and resilience. Also, if you ever decide to invest in a water filter for drinking, the Berkey Filter is the best. It comes in various sizes as well.

  • @Heyitswhitlavonne
    @Heyitswhitlavonne 4 роки тому

    This is so fun to watch after seeing your live yesterday 👏🏾👏🏾

  • @amayastrata4629
    @amayastrata4629 4 роки тому +9

    Vinegar and bicarbonate of soda down the plug hole overnight. Rinse with freshly boiled water. I do it once a month. Gets rid of of eugh build up if you know what I mean.
    Good idea to have lists. In lockdown from Thursday so must do something with my time too.

    • @Chrisb8s
      @Chrisb8s 4 роки тому +2

      Yes. I work in the hotel industry and our rooms with showers typically have that issue with sewer gas. Your toilet doesn’t not because it has that elbow bend that keeps water between you and the sewer. Same in the sink. The shower does not. Get a rubber stopper. Even one if those larger flat ones to block the smell. You will never really get rid of it.

    • @JD987abc
      @JD987abc 4 роки тому +1

      Coffee grinds down the drain isn’t a good idea. Old wife’s tale. They adhere to soap scum or grease. But vinegar and baking soda is s good idea and not toxic.

    • @goedeck1
      @goedeck1 4 роки тому

      @@Chrisb8s air between you and the sewer iirc

  • @rc9272
    @rc9272 4 роки тому +1

    Showerhead looks fun, should've come with pulsating color lights...

  • @MarkVicars
    @MarkVicars 4 роки тому +1

    Checking off "to-do's" is so satisfying! A little runner's tip, add a splash of vinegar in your washer when you are washing your exercise clothes...it'll remove any residual funk.

  • @michaelbrennan5433
    @michaelbrennan5433 4 роки тому +1

    Jay, the plastic flow restrictor was what you pulled of the faucet. In Us ( I'm a Plumbing Contractor ) will get rid of them all the time for a good pressure for a shower. Be well and safe

  • @ck2d
    @ck2d 4 роки тому +1

    I keep a bullet journal (a practical one, not an art project) to keep daily to do lists, my schedule, and long term project info all in one place, and I add tasks after I've finished them too, mostly because it's dated so I can keep track of when I did stuff. On the list today is vote, and stand in line for an hour in a sub freezing gale. ✔

  • @Alan2Bordeaux
    @Alan2Bordeaux 4 роки тому +3

    You're the President of Do-it-Yourself, le Roi Bricolage !

  • @andreawelsh4497
    @andreawelsh4497 4 роки тому

    Hi Jay. Nice watching someone else do part of their to do list. White vinegar has so many uses around the home! Glad to see Gilly looking well and a bit of music from your older vlogs. Stay safe 🙂

  • @NonStopParis
    @NonStopParis 4 роки тому +2

    Nice bike 😍😍😍 The vinegar will also work on your shower handles!!

  • @shawndarixey4678
    @shawndarixey4678 4 роки тому +13

    I want to yell Tape first!!! Then hose. The white tape has a use for it.

    • @Jusher64
      @Jusher64 4 роки тому +3

      I was thinking the same thing! Perhaps he saved it and can redo it! ☺️🤣

    • @margaretmold63
      @margaretmold63 4 роки тому +3

      It can be added on to the to-do list. Hopefully he will have the time.

    • @thundre398
      @thundre398 4 роки тому

      I’m pretty sure the old one has a low flow regulator and he left it out for better pressure

  • @erikat5678
    @erikat5678 4 роки тому +1

    List: Watch Daily Jay Vlog
    Me: Check
    List: Do chores vicariously through Jay
    Me: Check

  • @gingerwoods1181
    @gingerwoods1181 4 роки тому +2

    Keep the tape - if it starts leaking you need to tape the thread to create a tight seal. 👍🏻

  • @sherali62
    @sherali62 4 роки тому +2

    Morning Jay watching the vid after last nights live edit we now know what gos into it good lesson last night even better to watch finished product

    • @susangalpin4967
      @susangalpin4967 4 роки тому

      "We" did a great job on the live edit! Lol. Great job, as always, Jay!

  • @m3ganmcguir3
    @m3ganmcguir3 4 роки тому +2

    Don’t forget that you can go anywhere you want if you are going for “essential supplies” - at no point do they say that you need to grocery shop in your 1km radius.

  • @kathleenmurphy584
    @kathleenmurphy584 4 роки тому +2

    Glad you have a good look on your lockdown. You don't know how your up attitude makes it look to us as if you’re doing ok. Those that watch you every day can see in your face how you are doing & get concerned when you look stressed are worried. Like being able to write is GREAT👍🤞😊 Kathy Murphy If you only knew how much you look like my #3 son. WOW!

    • @JD987abc
      @JD987abc 4 роки тому

      Agreed. Locked doors keep the honest people from stealing. Best to bolt it to the floor. Any local locksmith or mechanic could do it for you.

  • @lauriecalery8801
    @lauriecalery8801 4 роки тому +2

    I have a secret crush on the Van Doom. Cheers!! 😎

  • @Claudi771
    @Claudi771 4 роки тому +3

    I’m in Philadelphia PA I’d rather be in France though. Glad things are going well with you❗️🌞👍

    • @JD987abc
      @JD987abc 4 роки тому

      I’m in Cape May and looking forward to my return to France.

    • @Claudi771
      @Claudi771 4 роки тому

      @@JD987abc interesting 😃

  • @davidjeffersjeffers7918
    @davidjeffersjeffers7918 4 роки тому

    I forgot to mention yesterday, the round piece of white plastic you removed from your shower faucet was (I think) a flow restrictor, intended to reduce flow and conserve water use. They have a useful, well intended purpose, but they really suck. That is why your pressure was so much higher once you got everything hooked up.

  • @staceekersley
    @staceekersley 4 роки тому

    ❤️ the Colorado shirt!

  • @WillowTreePottery
    @WillowTreePottery 4 роки тому +1

    Manitoba has declared code RED which is not total but we are restricted to interacting with immediate household only,I did steam cleaning and that feels good. Who knew cleaning a coffee pot could be so exciting.

  • @lucysansom9739
    @lucysansom9739 4 роки тому

    The star 🌟 light behind you acts like it’s voice-activated and took on a life of its own 🤖!

  • @AnitasDreams
    @AnitasDreams 4 роки тому

    Stay safe & Yes the objective is to still be standing when this is all over. Winter is approaching here in Ohio but I plan on taking walks as much as I can & working on those projects that you always mean to get done but are usually to busy in the Summer. I look forward to keeping up with you.

  • @KarinLynnBates
    @KarinLynnBates 4 роки тому +2

    Werk it, Jay! 💪🏼💪🏼

  • @erinintechnicolourII
    @erinintechnicolourII 4 роки тому +1

    VERY nice and fancy bike Jay! Wear a helmet when you're out on the streets though! You could even do some cool scenery montages if you had a camera mounted to your helmet!

  • @Staronqueen
    @Staronqueen 4 роки тому +2

    Is it a good idea to leave the lock and the saddle bag in the garage???🤔
    Coffee grounds does not de solve. It will block the drains overtime. Baking soda is a better option. Trust me about the coffee grounds. It’s a gold mine for plumbers.

  • @michelleh9108
    @michelleh9108 4 роки тому +4

    Very fancy shower head. Maybe a water filter jug is an idea, rather than having to buy bottled water all the time?

  • @JD987abc
    @JD987abc 4 роки тому

    Hi Jay. The piece you removed from the shower faucet is a water saver. Without it you have much better water pressure from your shower head. Also very nice bike.

  • @johncrwarner
    @johncrwarner 4 роки тому +4

    Our lockdown
    here in Germany
    is no restaurants, bars, cafés
    or theatres, opera houses and concert halls
    and most amusingly no brothels
    otherwise it is being masked in the streets
    (at least in the inner city here in Bielefeld)
    but because of my turban
    I generally wear my mask all the time
    as I cannot hook it on my ears.

    • @Darkeforce
      @Darkeforce 4 роки тому

      That seems quite reasonable. I don’t agree with the French approach of limiting your hours of exercise and the distance you can travel. The German model seems reasonably balanced.

    • @johncrwarner
      @johncrwarner 4 роки тому +1

      @@Darkeforce
      It is a wait and see
      which works best scenario
      Germany is a federated state
      so you have to get everyone on board
      though individual states can go further.
      Since March I haven't been further than
      four kilometres from my building
      and only go out for shopping
      and the one remaining teaching job, I have
      So I have been very cautious
      because my partner is in a high risk group.

    • @Darkeforce
      @Darkeforce 4 роки тому +1

      @@johncrwarner I wish you and your partner good health! Stay safe. :)

  • @mcblakemore3423
    @mcblakemore3423 4 роки тому

    Your bike makes me think of Bladerunner every time you turn it on..so cool

  • @rayburson4035
    @rayburson4035 4 роки тому +3

    Happy election day Jay! Texas here! Have a great day!

  • @michelleinfrance
    @michelleinfrance 4 роки тому +1

    you left your bike light on!

    • @michelleinfrance
      @michelleinfrance 4 роки тому

      I'm staying this time with my boyfriend in Neuilly sur Marne, it is going okay. Great job at finishing your to-do list!

  • @heikeschmitts4665
    @heikeschmitts4665 4 роки тому

    Bonjour a Paris ... very good you have got the same Bike bags like me .. do more advertising for the bike ... have been using it every day for years.

  • @andreaschiltz1915
    @andreaschiltz1915 4 роки тому

    We have very hard water as well and just replaced our shower head. We also use distilled water for our coffee due to build up with tap water. So, I get where you are coming from.

    • @JD987abc
      @JD987abc 4 роки тому +1

      How about installing a Pur water filter faucet. Easy to screw in and fairly effective for hard water.

  • @susangalpin4967
    @susangalpin4967 4 роки тому

    And, tah dah! Into the garage rolls Van Doom!

  • @zlatkoprijic6967
    @zlatkoprijic6967 4 роки тому +3

    Good thing you are there in Paris. We are having our election today. Wish us luck. Hopefully we will get some new leadership that will be able to get better control of this pandemic. Fingers crossed 🤞

  • @stephen10.
    @stephen10. 4 роки тому

    They have said on french tv TF1 that we can write several attestations of 1 hour per day for a walk around 1 km or more to go to shop if necessary.

  • @Memphis...
    @Memphis... 4 роки тому

    Use SANO detergent for calcium to clean the shouer,it should work.

  • @alinedispot877
    @alinedispot877 4 роки тому +1

    That bike is magnificient! You need a special "dérogation" to go to work - from your company... I don't know how it works if you're your own boss.

    • @JaySwanson
      @JaySwanson  4 роки тому

      Yeah, I need to fill one out asap

  • @thomasdavidson3965
    @thomasdavidson3965 4 роки тому +3

    Maybe cleaning shower and faucet now that shower head is fixed, another job.

  • @bereny45
    @bereny45 4 роки тому

    It's really so weird to see people in lockdown. I'm still teaching in schools and stuff seem so normal (and also extremly stressful).

  • @LizzyC-nf1sv
    @LizzyC-nf1sv 4 роки тому +1

    Running and projects they provide structure. Simply you learn to adapt to a temporary measure 🙂. You'll be fine.

  • @carsonlive8458
    @carsonlive8458 4 роки тому

    You are very fortunate you can run still
    Stay safe

  • @mikerhodes9198
    @mikerhodes9198 4 роки тому +1

    I can see the lock sliding out and losing it.

    • @JaySwanson
      @JaySwanson  4 роки тому

      It's nice and secure - and I'd definitely notice if it slipped out, it weighs more than a brick 😂

  • @carsonlive8458
    @carsonlive8458 4 роки тому +1

    Hang in there dude
    Is there anything you need ?

  • @edwinpabon5034
    @edwinpabon5034 4 роки тому

    Hello Jay, you know what, you should name your bike OPTIMUS PRIME it sounds like a dam Transformer when you turn it on. So cool 😎 . See you soon.

  • @meneleo17
    @meneleo17 4 роки тому

    Love, your work, good vibes and make your taxes.

  • @pathallam986
    @pathallam986 4 роки тому

    Filtering your water to prevent calcium buildup - I bought a stick of carbon from a shop in the Marais called Fleux. Cost about 9€, lasts 6 months. Cheaper & more environmentally friendly than plastic Brita filters or bottled water. They deliver so you can order online. Also prevents an unsightly scum on the surface of your hot drink.

    • @christinelachance8012
      @christinelachance8012 4 роки тому

      ...Please explain the “stick” of carbon operation

    • @pathallam986
      @pathallam986 4 роки тому +1

      @@christinelachance8012 It's exactly that: a fat stick of charcoal (but it doesn't crumble). You simply put it into a jug of water (I filter 1L at a time but you can use a bigger jug) and leave it for between 2-8 hours. The longer it stays the better the filtration. After 3 months you boil it and then it's good for another 3 months (instructions in the packaging).

    • @christinelachance8012
      @christinelachance8012 4 роки тому

      @@pathallam986 ...Thank you

  • @luceaschild
    @luceaschild 4 роки тому

    @JaySwanson, what are the beads in the shower head for? Do they cut down on the calcium build up, or make the water a bit softer?

  • @sbullock3485
    @sbullock3485 4 роки тому

    For white noise to cover over the construction noise, I swear by this--it's a lot louder and more versatile than you'd think with it being so small (what she said) www.amazon.fr/dp/B07Q6282L3/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_uBwOFbJF7AY99

  • @kingauggla24
    @kingauggla24 4 роки тому +1

    Little tip: buy some kind of water filter, they are cheap and change your life ☺️

  • @gabethet8458
    @gabethet8458 4 роки тому

    Calgon is your friend.

  • @margaretmold63
    @margaretmold63 4 роки тому +1

    Trust Gilly approves of your completion of the honey-do-list. BUT please keep in mind, the better you do, the more that will be expected of you. Just saying. ;)

  • @angeykim
    @angeykim 4 роки тому

    You don’t have slides/slippers for indoor/home wear only? Puma Nike adidas has them pretty cheap. No chance of soggy socks that way😁
    Who’s taking a break fr crazy US elections? Bike is so cool!

  • @roxanemeunier810
    @roxanemeunier810 4 роки тому

    Jay what was that shower head you got? Does it help with calcium in water??

  • @carl13579
    @carl13579 4 роки тому

    Don't take this the wrong way, but I recommend you read the book "Eat That Frog" by Brian Tracy.

  • @grunky0
    @grunky0 4 роки тому

    12:20 in, did you store your bike with the light on?

  • @wagzz3000
    @wagzz3000 4 роки тому

    Am I stupid or is there no discord link in the description?

  • @ADAtrips
    @ADAtrips 4 роки тому

    I liked to see you begin the vid , how you made it and the end. I am going to get one of those spray-shower-head. I will look to see if you belong Amazon da kine so you can get a $1.00 or so. Peace 🌴🌴Aloha

  • @gpan62
    @gpan62 4 роки тому

    Something I'm curious about. Those walking or running shots...Do you have someone videoing you, or do you have to run back and get the camera every time?

    • @pathallam986
      @pathallam986 4 роки тому

      He sets them up, shoots then goes back to retrieve the camera / phone. Why it takes so long to film.

  • @franziagirl
    @franziagirl 4 роки тому

    HI!! Is the lady who brought you food single? Maybe something great is on its way!! YOU are cool!! You are in Paris!!! i like your videos

  • @ec8927
    @ec8927 4 роки тому

    French squirrels watching the first part 🇫🇷👁👄👁

  • @islandwitt1
    @islandwitt1 4 роки тому

    👍🏻😁

  • @michaelbrennan5433
    @michaelbrennan5433 4 роки тому

    Sorry one more thing. If you can filter your water, for which i did for my house, your coffee will taste much better. Good luck

  • @rhambosia1
    @rhambosia1 4 роки тому

    Is there a reason you don't have a dog?

  • @Steph_here
    @Steph_here 4 роки тому

    your bike sounds like a tiny transformer lol
    re the stink: elisa lam dude

  • @meneleo17
    @meneleo17 4 роки тому

    "The nerve of those Whos. Inviting me down there - on such short notice! Even if I wanted to go my schedule wouldn't allow it. 4:00, wallow in self-pity; 4:30, stare into the abyss; 5:00, solve world hunger, tell no one; 5:30, jazzercize; 6:30, dinner with me-I can't cancel that again; 7:00, wrestle with my self-loathing....I'm booked. Of course, if I bump the loathing to 9, I could still be done in time to lay in bed, stare at the ceiling and slip slowly into madness. But what would I wear?"