Living in a new city for the first time
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- hi guys, i wanted to update you a bit on my life ! i moved & i'm living in a new city for the first time in my life ❤️
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some people pointed out that i’m not actually “moving” yet so i changed the title! i meant i’m moving out of toronto for a month, possibly longer! sorry if that was unclear, i guess i have a different definition of moving haha
Hi Amanda, I just wanted to say that I love your videos and that you are why I decided to bullet journal. Hope you love Vancouver! -Reindeer0016
You don’t have to apologise or explain everything. Living in another city for more than few days and having your “home “ feels like moving. And because how happy you seem, I think you’re going to live there for longer haha all the best in this new adventure!!
I also recently moved from Toronto to Vancouver! Welcome!
Here's one thing that I noticed, when talking Amanda doesn't really do eye contact on the camera and keeps looking at her side at the ceiling or wherever except the camera, and it drives me crazy becuase it distracts me from actually listening to what her saying.
Haha I am so proud of myself that I guessed it correct 😌
Changing up your environment is such a great way to find new inspiration and motivation !! Hope this move and change becomes a really great experience Amanda !! 🥰
Woow nice to see Nami here! 💕
I kept reading "new city" as "New York City" and was so confused lmao. So happy for you Amanda, wishing you all the best 💗
omg same lol
exactly haha..
Same ! 🤪
me too haha
Hahaha me tooooo
I seriously CANNOT understand how she managed to fit all her stationary in those two suitcases! 😂😅
Beautiful apartment!
She said she is only staying for a month (maybe she will stay longer). This is just a month away from home so she wouldn’t have packed all her belongings.
𝚆𝚎𝚕𝚕 𝚒 𝚐𝚞𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚒𝚏 𝚜𝚑𝚎 𝚒𝚜 𝚖𝚘𝚟𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚋𝚊𝚌𝚔 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚗 𝚜𝚑𝚎 𝚍𝚒𝚍𝚗𝚝 𝚝𝚊𝚔𝚎 𝚊𝚕𝚕 𝚘𝚏 𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚎𝚛𝚢 𝚋𝚞𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚒𝚜 𝚕𝚒𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢 𝚎𝚡𝚊𝚌𝚝𝚕𝚢 𝚠𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚒 𝚝𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝 𝚠𝚑𝚎𝚗 𝚒 𝚜𝚊𝚠 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚞𝚖𝚋𝚗𝚊𝚒𝚕 ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ
i had to leave behind some of my babies 😭
@@amandarachlee oh
I am so proud of Amanda she has mentioned for a long time that she has been wanting to move to a new place and the fact that she made that step is amazing x❤️
the like has disappeared :0
You edited ur comment and ur heart said bye to u😭
When you edit comments, the heart will disappear because if someone edits it to say something bad after it’s hearted, it would look like the creator liked something bad :(
@@Cookie_Comment yup💯💯
Oh no I didn’t realise that, is there a way to get the heart back or no
Dear Amanda,
The biggest thing is this is your life, not ours. You don't really owe us any explanation (although I love knowing why). So please don't feel stressed about having to tell us why. You do what makes you happy. Period.
Sincerely,
A very old Lil doodle
Fun fact: I’m a tourism major! So officially everything under a year is considered tourism. The official definition is “Tourism comprises the activities of persons travelling to and staying in places outside their usual environment for not more than one consecutive year for leisure, business, and other purposes”
Slow travel takes that concept of going to different places and living there for 2/3 months instead of being just a tourist that passes through. That being said of course you have an intention to maybe stay there indefinitely. But I thought it would be a nice to know fact. :D
I love how she’s thinking about what’s best for her and the world as a whole during these times!!! ❤️
How'll amanda shift her stationary!?
We want a separate plane for it 🤔😂❤
Ya lmao🤣💜
lmao yeah 😂
Just like one bus for a touring band and another for their equipment and instruments
That's what I was thinking the whole day 😂
Haha I think of the same question...
The biggest lesson I learned in my life was that you don’t owe anyone an explanation about your choices. People who like and support you don’t need it. Like the quote of Dr Seuss said “Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” The best wishes for a new adventure!🤗
Welcome to Vancouver!! I hope you love it here ❤️
Heyy bestie so when do u think I could show up😊no reason just.. because
A change is often what we need to get new inspiration, soak up new ideas and to challenge ourselves. I left my safe corporate job in Australia, rented out my house and embarked on my adventure before I became too old to make the move. I came to Japan to teach English as it seemed to be the easiest way to fund my adventure. My plan was to stay for two years. Fifteen years later I am still here. It’s been 15 years of joy, meeting wonderful people, teaching amazing students and absorbing an incredible culture. I finally found that teaching is what I should have been doing all along. I’m so grateful to have had this chance. I’m due to retire soon and I will return home once it’s safe to travel. Then to begin the next chapter in my life.
Stay safe and happy no matter what. WE Lil doodles love you ❤💜
i love u guys
@@amandarachlee OMG. I WIL DIE. THE *AMANDA RACHLEE* SAW MY COMMENT. OK LEMME TELL YOU I LOVE YOU SO DAMN MUCH AND YOU ARE THE ONE WHO LEAD ME TO START BULLET JOURNAL. I LOVEEEEEEEEE YOOOOUUUUU❤
Vancouver is a beautiful city and there is so much to do there! Don’t be afraid to go out and see things, Amanda. Enjoy the change of scenery and best of luck!
I was born and raised in Las Vegas and lived there my entire life and in January of last year I moved to Seattle on my own without knowing anyone. It was scary as hell but it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I think there are so many benefits to leaving your hometown even if it’s not permanent. I hope you find what you need there 💕
I went to both of those places before, I moved from Surrey, BC (litterally a city right next to Vancouver) and moved to Calgary, Alberta, and it is scary, I am starting school here in September and this comment is making me feel alright about it.
Good job on making that move. Big deal, hope you love it
Wow I’m seriously proud of your decision! And inspired! I lived in nyc my whole life and I really want to move to Seattle. I’ll be on my own but I feel like once I am financially well I’ll safely take the risk. I hope things are still going great over there as well!
Think about the reasons why you are so much happier. I was recently on vacation and thought the same thing. For me, I decided that it was partly because everything was fresh and clean. Everything was in good order and put away in it's place. So, when I got home, I did a big tidy. Yesterday, I walked into my kitchen and smiled. Everything was clean and tidy. It's going to take some getting used to being hotel fresh every day, but it makes me happy. Before this evaluation, I never knew I liked hotel fresh sooo much. I knew I liked neat and tidy, but hotel fresh, really makes my day! ... Another thing I learned is that I like nice bedding. It seems like I just sleep better. Next vacation I'll, do another evaluation. Is it the location? Is it the amenities? Can I bring those changes to my current home, or do I need a summer and a different winter home? Or do I need to move altogether? But I love where I'm living so my theory is to update where I can until I find something that's a deal breaker. 💖🌞🌵😷
thank you for being so thoughtful - I know none of this is ideal during the pandemic but it is extremely nice to know that you've put a lot of thought about society at large and your social media impact.
There are other Canadian youtubers travelling internationally without being fully vaccinated prior and worse yet, some who "quarantine" for months abroad in places where indigenous people are being displaced and/or getting the brunt of Covid.
Props to you for taking that step. I moved across Australia when I was 22 (I was actually strongly considering moving to Vancouver but being on the other side of the world to my family was too much). It was really tough and making new friends takes some time but it was the best thing I ever did, my life turned around for the better and I've never been happier. I think moving out of your comfort zone and usual space can be super helpful for growth 💕
Hope your channel goes to infinitely more million subscribers ! I am so excited for you to discover the city and for you to vlog more about the city ! Good luck for the new start !
Yay! i'm glad that you are able to travel and get out of your apartment for a bit. Travelling out of your area is hard these days so good on you for taking the opportunity. If you can, stay longer, make it like a working-holiday, so that your home feels like home again, with comfort.
Vancouver is a great city! I've visited a few times to see family. And I completely understand your comment about the air being different, not a weird thing at all! I was born and raised in the Seattle area, and the fresh air coming off the ocean is like nothing else. ❤️ You came at a really good time to visit, in between the rainy season and the hot summer. Hope you enjoy your experience!
You are so right, the air does smell different in Vancouver!! I lived in Vancouver for 18 yrs. Then my husband and 2 kids moved to the Arctic and then Winnipeg. My kids have moved back to BC. My Daughter is 26 yrs old and is in Vancouver and my son is 25 and lives in Nanaimo with his girlfriend. We retire in 1.5 yrs and will be moving back as well. You will fall in love with Vancouver!! Congratulations on stepping out and having an adventure! Have fun!!
Welcome to Vancouver! The best place to live is the West End, I live a 5 minute walk from Stanley Park and I go there every day! Beaver Lake, Lost Lagoon, the trails, the Great Blue Herons Colony, the ferns, the rhododendrons, oh my gosh you’re gonna love it!
Good luck with the move! I moved to a whole new country last year, the other side of the world! wow! And I hope you find what you're looking for in Vancover, I do find that it takes about 3 months to actually start feeling like a new place is "home" so if you're unsure after a month consider staying a little longer and seeing if you can see yourself living there longer term! good luck and happy doodling!!!
I'm so proud of you Amanda ! Moving is such a big life change, especially so far away from home 💖 I really hope you will like your time over there !🥰
GIRL! Yes! Enjoy this chapter of your life & beautiful BC! Soo happy for you.
I hope you had a safe trip Amanda. Proud of you for keeping your word to do something that you always wanted to do. ❤️
CONGRATS!! OMG!! Changing is hard, but with motivation you got this! Hope you are feeling happy and just feeling yourself!!
I'm so glad Amanda made sure everything was safe since she is moving during this unpredictable time!
So happy for you!! We all need a little change of even a big change in ur lives!!! See new things, see yourself in a new place… this only can bring good things to you and your life!! Looking forwards for what new chapter of Amanda tell us xx
I'm so proud that Amanda has now taken this HUGE step.
She has always mentioned that she wished to move and she actually did which is really so amazing for her ❤️
Hi! Congratulations on moving!! I'm only a teenager but I've moved twice across the country that I live in currently. At first I missed a lot of my old friends and old life, but it really helps to have an opportunity to start new. Wish you all the best!
It is nice you are telling everyone why you moved, but you don't need a reason. You are an adult...enjoy your life!
So excited for you! Change is good/needed some times! I was also born and raised in Toronto and have been living in Vancouver for the last few years. I hope you come to love it as much as I do!
Oh wow you’re only a 5 hour drive away from me now!!! How exciting!! Congratulations on the big move 💓
when she lived in toronto she was one hour from me, and now she's so far qwq
but i'm proud of her
Same she’s so close to me also 3-4 drive
ay now she’s only one hour away from me yay!
Just a few hours from me as well.
Hi ❤️
Amanda this was such a good moment, and u hv been talking about moving in a new place for long. Ur lil doodles will always support u and thanks for appreciating us for no reason.
I am so fricking proud of her! She deserves it. I loved her old apartement, but i am excited for her new place too!
Traveling and nature are always inspiring me. Enjoy yourself!
Amanda....I am 18 years old and I've been following for three years.....and u are my inspiration ❤️
I did a similar move across the country from east coast to west (Philly to Seattle) and know it's super nerve wracking. Just remember to be patient with yourself and give yourself time to adjust!
Literally Amanda making our lives better by posting
Yeah
We're supporting you amanda! Thank you for taking us with you on this beautiful journey and I hope and pray its going to be a nice change for you!!! Lets get it!!!!
I think your theme for the next bullet journal setup has to be the VIEW!!! Congrats on your move, and I hope you figure things out!
that’s a great idea
It did turn out to be
I’m not complaining about you being in the same time zone as me! I hope the change in scenery helps you feel rejuvenated
Amanda, though you never heart my comments 😂 still I wanted to tell u that am proud of u!! The way u fulfill your wishes and give first priority to yourself is amazing. And also u r never afraid of doing something out of the box/ risky. Am 15 yr old and u partly encourage to be just myself.
I’m betting you are super happy that she liked your comment! Congrats ❤️
@@justmeherexx482 I am happy!!...... Thanks for the kind comment.
You do you Amanda, the beauty of the internet is you can live anywhere. Wishing you every blessing for your new adventure and that you will have peace about the decisions you have yet to make. Love your channel btw xx
The new house looks soo cozy! But you must be having so many sweet memories attached to your previous home and Toronto 🥺🥺... But don't worry change is the rule of life... I'm sure you will love your new home and get used to the new surroundings soon! 😄😄😄
OMG she must have felt soo comforted after this comment!! We need more people like this in the world! ❣
@@babitasavkhedkar3794 😄
Congratulations on the move. I hope you find lots of inspiration and enjoy your time however long it may be.
hiii Amanda!
i’m proud of you Amanda!!! we love you so much! thank you for always being so sweet and for thinking about us
how did she manage to make this so aesthetic thooo
it's her superpower!
Well Its Amanda lol
Aesthetic is Amanda’s second name so-
I love that you really put safety first, and made a conscious choice to acknowledge that we all still need to do our part. With so many folks rushing to zip around and do as they like, it was wonderful to hear you speak so responsibly. So excited for you - I hope this will be an amazing experience!
Can we just appreciate how she actually considered the covid 19 situation
right!!
Thats kinda just common sense
Good for you!!! It's always good to get away from the normal and explore the new and exciting😁 I am so happy to be on this journey with you. I've always traveled to different places (pre-pandemica) lol just to get away. It's healthy and you'll be soooo inspired, I bet this next doodle planner will be the best one yet to come. Have fun Amanda and enjoy this new chapter in your life!!
omgg amanda!! you are in Vancouver, there's definitely lots to do here, so I hope you adapt well & enjoy your time here❤️ I'm actually in the same situation as you, except I'm moving to the east coast in a month🤩
great, i did also watch your organising room video and it was amazing
Revisign, You like Amanda?
I am a Subscriber of you. I watch all your videos. Hi. 👋
As someone who grew up in Vancouver (Richmond), and moved to Toronto, YES THE AIR IS DIFFERENT! Enjoy!
This is amazing and it's a great change,congrats Amanda🎉🎉
Looking forward to the new videos in the new city😊
I think this is perfect for you Amanda!! I remember hearing from your streams that you wondered how would it feel like and I'm glad you are doing it 💗 You got this!!
She can make any place, anything aesthetic and honestly I love it✨✨
Wow congrats on the change!!! Hope the new city brings you wonderful things! 💞💞💞 and I'm very glad that you are ok after being on a plane!
Your new home is absolutely gorgeous!!
Amanda, I am very proud of you! I made the move from Toronto to Vancouver back in July. Vancouver is such a beautiful and inspirational city. I cannot wait to see what you get up to here!
🥺AMANDA.. NO MATTER WHAT.. I'LL ALWAYS SUPPORT AND LOVE YOU!! 💜💜💜
Congratulations Amanda! Your happiness triumphs how someone feels about the changes you want/need to make in YOUr life! Have fun!💕
It's nice to see you making changes that will hopefully help you grow! I hope you're liking it in Vancouver so far :)
i am so proud of you for taking this step. i cannot wait to see this next chapter of your life. you deserve all the good things, amanda. thanks for being here, i have missed you :')
I'm so happy for you Amanda! I really hope you find new interests in your new chapter of life!! (But also hoping you keep in touch with your older ones; doodling!) ❤️
P.s. that house is so lovely!! I'd live there in a heartbeat
Welcome to BC! Exciting changes for you. Enjoy every moment of nature you can take in here...it really is a beautiful province.
SO EXCITED FOR THE APARTMENT TOUR
How fun! Enjoy it! Change can be a great thing! You can always go back to where you were before or stay there longer. :)
I have moved a lot. It takes a solid year to settle into a new place. But that can be less depending on meeting new ppl where you are.
Find new places you love in your new city. 💞💞💞
I literally have never been faster in my WHOLE LIFE
Same 😂 I was like wHERE SHE GO?
@@elliemcconomy8897 😂
@@elliemcconomy8897 😂
Amanda the Airbnb is sooo beautiful! 😍
The view, both of the two bedrooms, the kitchen-living room space and layout are sooo cute, cozy and pretty 😍😍😍
the start ! like can a sunset/sunrise get any cuter?
ahh! absolute goals ❤️❤️
Yeah 😍
Welcome to Vancouver! Moving here was the best thing I've done and I've lived in a lot of places (including Toronto). The mountains, sea and nature fills my soul.
It's funny how Elizabeth from Plant Based Bride is also moving now and she is also Canadian.
Also, stay safe, healthy and happy Amanda, we support you!
I literally just watched Kevin’s (The Boyz) Vancouver Vlog a few days ago, and boom!
Anyway, I hope you’ll enjoy your new space! Wishing you genuine happiness for your new chapter. Stay safe always!!
OMG this is so exciting! I can't wait for all your new adventures! So proud of you Amanda!
I lived in Vancouver for 3 months and absolutely loved it. I’m moving there again, hopefully permanently, in a few months. I hope you love it!
New apartment is so beautiful ❤️
Thank YOU for sharing! I had/have no questions but SUPER excited for you!!!! Enjoy your time in beautiful Vancouver!!! You're so wonderful!
First !!!!!!!!!!! Ily Amanda! ✨🌙
omg congrats, you're first to comment!
@@IWANNAKNOWKNOWKNOWWHATISLOVE tysm ! 🥺✨
@@pinkpin120 yeahhhh 😌🦋
watched this while making my weekly spread. the best vibes. so happy for you!
WOW! Congrats!!!! This is so exciting!
Okay I'm just BLOWN AWAY by the floor to ceiling windows and AMAZING views! You must be doing super well for yourself to get an apartment as nice as this! Congrats on the move and the hustle!!!!
Amanda: if you leave for more than a month it’s more like living than visiting
Me whose going on a 2 month vacation: Wha- 🌝
Vancouver is such a laid back and easy place to meet people! You’ll love it here!
As soon as a saw this I was like "REALLY? Amanda is moving? What?" This is amazing❤️❤️🤩😘
i’m sooo proud and happy for you!! i’m sending you good vibes, i’m sure you’ll do great there! enjoy as much as possible
oooo you moved?? THIS IS GONNA BE AN AMAZING VLOGG
Welcome to Vancouver! A beautiful city and you will enjoy it. Don't worry about the rain - it is better than snow!
I LOVE THE EDITINGGGGG
Welcome to vancity! Hope you like it here!
Oh and if you ever feel like going to a beautiful ocean side park, Whytecliff is gorgeous. It has this round picnic table overlooking the water and the mountains in Whistler and it always feel like such a magical place when I go
Stay safe and happy....we doodles luv u 💖
it was weird at the end of the video when your illustration of your apartment in toronto came on to the screen... also i appreciate that you shared that little moment of watching the sunset and being emotional your first night...that's almost exactly how my first night of college went.. said goodbye to my parents and then sat alone in my bedroom while i watched the sunset. it was really bittersweet.
I literally sprinted to my phone when I seen this notification
Yeah same
ahh i'm going to cry. i was born and raised in toronto as well and this august i will be moving to vancouver for school. i've been so anxious about leaving my friends and family behind but seeing somebody else do it gives me so much more courage/comfort that it will turn out alright.
Don't be afraid. We are friendly and laid back out here in the west coast. Lots of outdoor things to do even in the rain. It's actually quite peaceful and zen for reflecting.
If I'm guessing correctly, you are of italian ethnicity and we do have a large Italian community at Burnaby Heights and Commercial st. In Vancouver. You won't feel alone.
Congrats on your move! I thought you were moving to a new place!
Enjoy Vancouver and the Pacific Northwest! The air is so different partly because of all the water and trees.... not landlocked. Hopefully, you'll decide to stay a while longer!
it's the fastest that I have been hereee
I just also recently moved to a new BIG city and my first day I felt very emotional. Changes are tough, but always good!