Merry Christmas Everybody! - I had to musically re-score this video at the very last minute with a different song, so I was not able to give you a video up to my standards. But because it's the holidays and everybody is rushed. ...and I thought it important to have a video for you tonight, I decided to publish it. Maybe things don't need to be so perfect to be appreciated or understood...........Love you to the moon and back! See you next week!!! Susan & Desi
Susan, The beauty of your videos is your personality shines thru! I don’t mind the sponsorship idea, it is earned. Thank you for honesty, truth, and realism. You are so appreciated! Merry Christmas to you, Desi, and your family. 🎄☃️
Love you Susan and Desi! Your videos are great on so many levels. In reading all the comments, it is very apparent that we all love you so much! Desi is a sweetheart, too. ❤
You don’t have to apologize for anything you do on your channel. Your subs love you. We all look forward to seeing you and Desi every week. I enjoy your sincerity and your passion for others. I love Desi’s expressions while he’s wearing his hats! Cracks me up every time!😂😂😂😘❤🙏🏻✨
Susan merry Christmas and dessie. He's just so adorable...you always help me to feel a little better ea week.. this world needs more susan and Little desssies around 🐾🐾⛄ , . genuine and caring. Sending hugs from me and my dog oscar... they' are the most wonderful friends we could ever have... Nadine,🌲🌲❣️
You shouldn’t have to explain about money. Everything cost something and I love that you don’t pressure your viewers. Keep being YOU!!!! Love you and Desi. Look forward to your channel every week ❤️🙏🏾
One thing I have learned in my life is that; Don’t tell anyone everything about yourself because eventually they could use it against you. Just be happy with yourself for who you are now.❤
Agree totally.. I have a trust issue & takes me a long time to even tell anyone stuff about myself or to believe what someone tells me. Doubting Thomas & take things with a grain of salt.
I have no expectations of anyone now im 68. I accept life as it is. Ive forgiven those who have hurt me and myself for hurting others. Acceptance is the key to peace.
I was married at age 22 and cried through half the wedding ceremony. When we got back from the honeymoon, my husband told me he wanted a divorce. I cried and sobbed and weeped and wailed. We stayed married for 10 years. The hardest decade of my life. No matter what I did, I never really felt loved by my husband. After we separated, he told me he knew he was a bastard in the marriage, and he was going to change after we had children. Ha. We never did have children together. I have now been divorced for 35 years. And never remarried. I have a wonderful 28-year-old son, and a lovely daughter-in-law. No regrets.
Merry Christmas to you and Desi, Susan. You are great, and we love you just the way you are. You have created a wonderful channel for all of us, so go ahead and sponsor whenever you need to! And, of course, Desi is the best.
I haven't been loving life. I have been sadder than I can say. Stumbled upon your videos by chance a few weeks ago. I found something in your demeanor that made me pause for a min and feel like a tiny little bit of hope. I can't explain it more.
My name is DeAnn, I watched this today, I have never told you anything about myself. I will tell you this, my brother and two sisters and I used to escape our home abuse by getting on our bikes and riding all day. I was the youngest. We all tried to watch out for each other as best small children can do. We have just truly reconnected after over 20 years of separation and after both our parents have passed. I guess it feels safe now. I am not sure; but I do know I feel more whole with them in my life again and more loved. I truly went years without feeling loved or cared about. Second thing I would like to tell you is You; you are such an elegant lady with such a kind heart and voice. You have helped me heal in several ways. With your upfront honest and open self. Thank you.❤
I am leaving a marriage after 28 years. He finally admitted to me that he felt like the choice to marry me wasn't his (pressure from family?) and that he "grew to love me". I felt in my heart for so many years that he really wasn't into it - that and never wearing his wedding ring. I was 18 when I met him. I'm now 53. When he bought the engagement ring, he didn't get down on one knee or even ask me to marry him. He just left it on the kitchen counter and the next day said, "you can put it on if you want to". I was so young and didn't realize at the time how much he wasn't into me. I thought I could love him enough, do enough, give, work, buy gifts, fluff his ego, etc. etc. etc. that he would come around. I don't think I've ever really experienced what it's like to be loved.
@@americafirst9144why stay in a miserable situation with a man who doesn't love you. I managed to make it through and happiest I have been in my entire life. Single and happy.
Susan thank you for not making me choose between UA-cam or Patreon. I can live with sponsored videos but because of the exchange rate Patreon is out of my reach. You are one in a million that hasn’t gone the Patreon route. Your home reflects the beauty in you! I live alone and happen to share the same age! Much love and season joy! ♥️🎄♥️
You do what you need to. 😊 Folks will have an opinion about everything you do. Some will be with you, and some will be against you. I used to feel I always had to express my "honest" opinion. Now, I simply feel that it's pretty egocentric to think that my opinion is the end all. I appreciate and value myself and who I am at this point in my life. I just don't believe that even though I am opinionated, I am always right. As always, through the holiday season, I just enjoy the moments and give what I can, just as I do all year. Anyone who thinks they "know" you from your videos is deluded.😂 I move through the end of the year slowly, savoring the moments. Tomorrow is not promised to anybody. I take time for self reflection everyday. I journal, I dance, I cook. I enjoy the moments Happy Holidays from Costa Rica! 🌺🎄 🌺🎄🌺🎄🌺
There is nothing wrong with your presentation, your content, your truths, your feelings about things...you and Desi are a class act and I so enjoy you both. Please don't change or feel unsure that your content isn't perfect, Because, it is. Anyone who is a friend of yours is very lucky to have you snd Desi in their lives...and probably, vice versa. You decorate your adorable house beautifully...you and Desi always look like you just left the Salon. You just don't know how much I enjoy your videos...❤
Susan, I don't mind the sponsored products, at all. In fact, I appreciate hearing what has worked for you. One thing I know about myself that even my nearest and dearest loved ones don't know, is that I am not as fearless as they think I am. Nearly 3 weeks ago, my husband had a stroke, and while I was driving myself to the ER, behind the ambulance, I didn't think I'd make it. I believe God vaults me over those rough times, though. Lord knows I'm not able to cope by myself. I always appreciate your videos--so vulnerable--so real. You always make me think. Hope your week is filled with Christmas wonder. BTW, I brought my hubby home a few days ago and he's doing well. Christmas came early to our house❤
Lost my dad Christmas Eve and almost no family left except a brother. I don’t think anyone really knows how much I struggle through the holiday as I continue on decorating, being somewhat involved with the season festivities and always will a big smile on my face.Inside somewhat sad and feeling loss without my family especially my dad and my husband of 40yrs who I lost to an accident a couple years ago.I guess I was blessed that I’m able to pretend I’m happy and in the spirit as I would never want to lessen someone’s joy at this time of year.I do feel very grateful for what I have but little sad this time of year
Keep busy, don't isolate yourself. Volunteer at an animal shelter, they so need help now. When we busy ourselves helping others, we sometimes heal ourselves. ❤ Hugs
I understand your sadness around the holidays. I’m not even able to fake it… each year I decide I will try but just want to push through to the New Year. Loss plays a huge part. I’m proud of you that you participate. Thank you for sharing. One foot in front of the other….
Dear Connie, like you I decorate and wonder why as I am totally alone as well. This Christmas will be the first time in 10 years I will have company. I wish you a Merry Christmas and happiness.
I know exactly how you feel. In 2016 I lost my husband on December 22. Prior to that I lost parents a brother and lots of cousins. Thank God I had two children, one of which lives near me. The other one lives about two hours away, but doesn’t get calm very often. Christmas has really gotten out of hand, my son, who lives the two hours away. Doesn’t have that much money and therefore hates Christmas. This year he said he didn’t want the adults to exchange gifts because he can’t afford it. He has two girls and a granddaughter and barely can give them anything. My daughter who lives near me and her husband have money and can do what they want. Sometimes I wish we could just get together have dinner and be done with the holiday. But my granddaughters come down from northern Georgia and of course, expect gifts, even though, they’re in their late 20s. My daughter who lives here and her daughter my other granddaughter all expect gifts. I have just come to a point where I absolutely hate the holiday. But like you I decorate and when I come home from my daughters on Christmas night I take everything down because I can’t stand looking at it. This year I put up very little and I’m already ready to take it down.
First, I want to say I did the same by marrying someone I didn't love and thought I was going to make it ok. But I didn't. I didn't realize then how selfish I was being. I know people walk away from marriages trying to blame the other person. It takes 2. But it was important for me to realize my faults and selfishness. I am 68, single, newly retired, and discovering that I enjoy being creative. There's more to discover and rediscover about myself. I am figuring it out. I don't have a man in my life except my grandsons who live with me. They are older now, and they care for me more than I take of them. That flipped. As I approach 70, I am working on being more healthy. I have lost 50 lbs since April. I have 40 to go, but I will get there. Thank you for your videos. They help in my recreating myself again.
You're fortunate having your grandsons around. Not too many of us have had a perfect childhood. I just turned 68. Congratulations on your weightloss. I know how difficult that is. Merry Christmas!
Thank you Susan! I don’t think you need to apologize for anything. You have done so much for so many of us. Someone must have been cruel in a comment or something to make you feel like you have to explain yourself. Well, to heck with anyone who would give a rude comment. You’re wonderful, and you get all the sponsors possible. Life cost money. This video was put together just fine! Merry Christmas sweet lady.
Oh Susan… I have only been with you for almost a year, but after discovering you, I just had to go all the way back to your video beginning. I felt your trepidation, sadness, loneliness and so many other emotions that I had already seen in myself. I also saw your amazing humor that completely cracked me up and I thought …this girl …we could be best friends! I get you because you get me and all of us! I have had my heart broken and I have cried with you and I have laughed my fanny off at the thrift stores when your snarky comments have completely undone me. Bottom line Susan is that you are such a gift and I just love ya! Thank you for sharing your life, your ups and downs and in betweens. Sending you hugs and lots of love. Merry Christmas to you and yours…. Especially your sweet Desi boy♥️
@jmcd2955….Wonderful Encouraging Comment to Our Dear Friend & Sister Susan!! How we Love Her & Desi!! ❤❤❤❤ I totally Agree with Everything Your Written… Blessings from Australia Marc & Buddy…😘🐶🙏🇦🇺
I can totally sit and “just do nothing”…I can just enjoy my imagination, thinking about what historical event, or random scene from a past era, I might see if I got up and went to the window. Or what glorious landscape, ditto. I also totally can sit and relax and enjoy a movie. That has always been one of my favorite things to do. A vivid and very pleasant memory from my childhood is of sitting in an armchair by a window in our house, with a great big heavy art book on my lap, slowly turning the pages and looking at beautiful prints of famous paintings. This was around 1954 or thereabouts, and I had on my Davy Crockett raccoon skin hat and was in complete bliss :-). I haven’t changed much in that regard. I graduated high school and college and held jobs over the years, and married and raised two wonderful boys - but I never had “big” ambitions. There are nicer words than “lazy” or “idle” for people who enjoy just sitting and thinking about things; one such nice word is “contemplative”. Children - and adults too, for that matter - need opportunities in their lives to be contemplative, if that is their nature. Merry Christmas, everyone 🎄❤️
My childhood was patchy as well. My mom and dad lost everything in WWII. They had to run for their lives. When we came to Canada my dad died and my mom did her best. What got me through was a book called Little Women. I learned so much from Marmee and the March family. Sometimes l was Jo (the writer) or Meg who remembered wealthier days, or Amy (who wanted to be classy), or sweet, tragic Beth. I read parts of that book over and over.
My parents had to leave Europe as well. They wanted to escape to Canada but the wait was too extended so they arrived in Australia in 1950. Safe but defeated and totally lost
@@suzettecooper382 We came to Canada because my sister (who is 16 years older than l) came over ahead of us as an au pair to a wealthy family. She completed her two year contract, became a bank teller and married. We had gone to Germany and were settled as refugees. She was not happy in her marriage and she begged my parents to come to Canada and we did. The rest is (our personal) history.
I also loved this book when I was A young girl! I learned to keep a positive attitude and be thankful for the little things in life. It should be on every girl’s reading list!
I sense absolutely nothing self serving in you and believe you are exactly what you show us all here on UA-cam. My mother was a vocalist and pianist. Her presentation was not feigned but a part of who she was. Her passion too was much like I see in you. I enjoy and respect your authenticity. I very much hope you have a lovely Christmas and that all will be well for you this coming year. Thank you.
I don't understand why anyone should care if you have sponsers or not. This is your channel & you need to do what you feel is best. I look forward to my Saturday nights with you and Desi. You are a blessing. ❤
I really love your honesty and sincerity and I come away from each of your videos feeling better about myself. I’m 72 and the years have crept up on me to where I get discouraged because of my decisions. Susan by you having sponsors we as your followers see many things I would not have known existed. You do you I know living on Social Security it’s hard to live on. When my husband passes away (not too soon) I will have to sell my home and perhaps go into assisted living. So if you can make extra money you do it.❤ I also had a not so pleasant childhood and when I could go play at my friends I wanted to stay I made sure my children had a life full of love❤❤
This is your channel you do not have to justify working! ❤ something about me that I don’t tell anyone is that after my husband passes away, I am going to move away from everyone and start over. I want new memories and I’m going to do my darnest to forget, let go and don’t look back. If I have to live the rest of my life alone with my cats and dog to find peace, I’m going to go for it. I want to move where I don’t have one memory. I’m going to make bright new memories… I’m going to enjoy every moment of it. I want good friends and Fun. I want to find myself, not who I was, that’s over but who I can become. I’m ready for it.
You are a brave soul. Have you thought about the possibly doing a channel here on you tube? I don't imagine that it's easy making a new life. My mother told me about my great grandmother. She was a housewife on a working farm. Once her husband, my great grandfather past away... She kept her suitcase packed. And when someone was going someplace, she was ready to go. Lol.
Everyone adores Desi….he’s so special..as you are too Susan. My heart bleeds for your broken childhood..I myself had a troubled childhood and it does carry into adulthood….we spend our life trying to get over what happened to us. You must do the sponsorships…..I like them….can’t imagine anyone getting upset, but you have to keep things going somehow so what people expect…..your collabs are very few and far between and are always something good…love the clothing ones especially…. Susan we all love you and what you stand for…. I’m in the u.k and like everywhere things are difficult all round….eveybodys got to make ends meet somehow. I’ve been married for 50 years ….we met in 1967 when I was 14 years old….we lost our beloved daughter after surgery went wrong so there’s only the 2 of us….we take each day as a bonus, whatever the day brings…some days are better than others, but as you say every day is an important one. God bless you both.x
Susan and Desi, Another great video. You make me laugh, you make me sad, you make me cry because I feel like you’re right here with me and like a sister to me. Please don’t apologize. You’ve come a long way and have so many people that love you and look forward to your weekly videos. Desi is adorable. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Blessings.
Who would have believed even 20 years ago that we'd have this type of technology to reach out, connect and make a community. Of course, money is always involved in our choices and I, for one, am relieved you've decided to monetize your platform as you have. You acknowledge when you're sponsored by a product and that allows me to make my own choice on its merits. I am very happy to support you making a living at this....I'd never know where to begin myself. I've enjoyed watching your journey and coming along as you achieve your life goals. A house of your own is amazing!! You share yourself without having your hand out or for touting products you haven't used; instead you show us your authentic self. My husband says, "oh, you're visiting with your girlfriend" when he finds me watching your UA-cam videos, and many times he sits down to watch it with me. I'm 72 and you have made me laugh and smile and remind me often that my life is worthwhile whatever age I am privileged to be. Happy holidays to you, Susan!
Dear Susan, Please... PLEASE do not change even one thing from the way you are doing your content! They are beautiful They are insightful They are loving They are filled with kindness and your joy for life They always make my heart smile They always also make me cry Please dear friend do not let the negative Nancy's into your head and heart! We love you and Desi and expect nothing but that... Everything else is the cherry on top 💞 Your eye for the art of creation shows in all you do. From the perfect camera shots to the music and your artfull design in the choice's for your home....its all perfection! You saying how you loved those movies and those beautiful actresses explained it all. Your cadence and love of art and music to your beauty and fashion. They all raised you well . Happy Holidays to you and your family. Please give Desie an extra smooch and treat from me 😘
I found myself shaking my head in agreement with many things you said. i married for all the wrong reasons and I am just now, at 70, understanding I can't fix everything.
Have a blessed Christmas. How wonderful that you get to celebrate in your sweet new cottage home close to your grandchildren this year. Sharing something about myself - I’ve learned that doing what’s right doesn’t insulate you from heartache and longing. I really loved this video and appreciate your honesty. You and your “crew” do an excellent job! 🎄🥰❤
I have been married to my love this Dec. for 57 years. There have ups and down in our life. What has sustains this marriage is truthfulness, fidelity and being true to each other. Never put yourself down, you are so beautiful and talented. I know what you mean by no filters, that has happened to me also. Have a merry Christmas, God bless you and your precious soul that God has given you.
Susan.... I'm so glad it's not just me who has no filter. I don't think it's intolerance. I think it may be the first time in life we have the courage to tell the truth, don't you ? I got married in September 1978 just after you and I, too, married the wrong man. I paid greatly for my mistake and was only married for 8 years. Sadly, this experience prevented me from trusting, and I never married again, so I've been alone for 37 years. I'm 67 now. It has been a time of teaching, caring, and using my energy for different things. Do I have any regrets ? Only that I have no children of my own - but I have looked after other people's children and I think I did a good job because occasionally I will see them all grown up and they remember me that's so nice. I so love looking at your beautiful home and fabulous decor . Thank-you for giving me so many ideas. If I don't manage to call in again, have a wonderful family Christmas and a blessed and peaceful New Year. My love Janice 👵 🇬🇧 xxx
Hi Susan... Merry Christmas to you & Desi! Sponsorship....nothing wrong with it. You're a business woman & obviously you're a good one. Love the videos each week. Always look forward to them. We are kinda like a family. Peace & love
For the ones who are critics, please keep your critical comments to yourself. Enjoy Susan's podcast and what she shares which is always heartfelt and sincere. Merry Christmas to you Susan and little PRECIOUS Desi!!!
Susan, I think you have a romantic, poetic soul. What you bring to us are human conversations. The kind of talk you might have with a family member or trusted friend. That is the beauty of your video. Some people do not have anyone to talk to about how they really feel. It’s that deeper level of communication that people crave. That is what you bring to us. We come away with the feeling that we have just visited someone we love , and had a heart to heart talk. Thank you for that invaluable service. I think I speak for everyone here when I say, “We love you”.
I've been following you for the last almost 4 years here in California. A few things about me that not many know are - I can play the violin. I struggle with being a controlling person, I have come a long way though. I struggled with bad low self-esteem, doing much better now. I live my life with so many regrets but now focus on positive things and continue to work hard at self improvement. I carry a deep pain within me of grief from missing my Mom (who died), I have a child I Heaven and have buried this deep but most people will always see me with a smile. I'm a deep thinker. I was once very very extroverted but now introverted and don't socialize too much (by choice). Above all.. love my dog so much and so grateful for her in my life. Thanks.. this was good to share. Love seeing Desi!! He is so cute and handsome. Would like to hear more about how he is now (not his past life).. the Desi 2.0!
Susan, every Saturday evening I think "Susan should be on now!" I really look forward to your videos. You do a beautiful job and I don't mind if you take some sponsors.............just keep posting! You're wonderful 😊😊😊❤❤❤Kathy from Pennsylvania ❤
Sounds wonderful. Have a great Christmas. I wont be having one this year. Thats something no one knows. My husband is quite ill. I am taking care of him. Santa is off this year. No presents to wrap. Blessings to you all.
I hope that somewhere, somehow you and your husband will feel the spirit of Christmas. Even though things don’t look or feel the same this year May you find hope, peace, and joy this Christmas.
I'm sorry your Hubby is ill. I'm not having Christmas this year either. No family, and lost my Don almost 3 years ago. Just not the same now, and I just want a quiet day with Holly, my little terrier mix. Prayers sent for you and your husband.
Susan, You need to do what works the best for you and what you like to do! You don’t have to apologize for anything you do on Your channel. I love seeing you every Saturday, you are such an inspiration to me ❤
Sit and doing nothing is one of the most under rated things in life. As any Buddhist Monk will tell you. OK you need to be productive. But like the ebb and flow of the ocean, you need to know when to move and when to be still. I think a lot of people need to keep going because it's a defense mechanism. People fear the stillness in case feelings of fear or pain come up. So the keep busy. I have seen too many people get burnout through not being able to stop. But stopping is part of selfcare, and maybe if the pain comes up, process it, move through it.
"Susan, please don't feel bad about doing ads. You need financial backing, so your channel can continue. You do, what you got to do, to pay the bills...good luck to you & Desi. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁, to you & your loved ones"🎄🎁🐶🤗
Just loved this video Susan. But that Desi just sitting quietly beside you not bothering you at all. He brings tears to my eyes. I am so glad you found hum.
Thank you for being so genuine,,,,,,,,,,as you have mentioned before, we can't judge ourselves when we were young with the maturity and experiences we have today. Your videos have been sweet and refreshing. I look forward to watching you and Desi in 2024. Happy Holidays Susan and Desi!
I appreciate your honesty and reflections on your marriage. When we are young we often have no idea of how decisions we make hurt others. As they say, hindsight is 20/20, but we cannot see into the future. Your heart wants what it wants. We have to ask for forgiveness from those we hurt, and we also have to find a way to forgive ourselves. As viewers of UA-cam or any social media platforms, we all need to realize that much of what we see is "created content." It is a reflection of some of what the host's life is, but only in part. You do such a good job digging down deep and sharing so much of your life and even of your pain. You are very generous and kind to do this. I am sure there are some viewers who need to hear of your struggles and successes and see how you have turned things around. It gives them hope. Stay true to yourself. You cannot go wrong doing that. Take care and God bless you during this holiday season.
I found your videos last week and have been watching quite a few. I am going through a divorce and just turned 63 last week. My life feels like a broken glass scattered on the floor and I am sitting in the middle of it trying to piece it back together. I know it will take time but the glass will be complete again, but will be forever cracked. But just know your videos give me so much hope and have enjoyed watching them. Thank you
I have come to look forward to your videos each week so much! Thank you for your honesty. Something no one knows about me is I feel deeply alone and struggle with finding purpose in my life. Those who know me see a professional counselor who has wonderful relationships with my clients and I know they value me. But the contrast of helping others in such a meaningful way while unable to do it for myself is not lost on me. I found my husband after many years alone and then a few years later I’m divorced. Not in the plan. I lost my son around the same time and though everyone says I’m strong and have handled it well I’m not so sure. Your videos give voice to my struggles in such a poignant way. I feel like maybe I’m not alone. Thank you for your willingness to be vulnerable with us all.
I'm so sorry that you feel so alone! The Litte Poet must help you not feel so alone!! You are not alone though, God is always with you. I talk to him daily!! Blessings to you!!
Please don't change, Susan. Our world is in a constant state of flux. It is so nice to visit with you and Desi every Saturday and listen to your calm and lovely words. And Desi is OUR treasure too. A VERY, MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU, Desi, and your family, from Sunny and Tippy (my feline kids), Leia and Greenie (my avian kids) and Poki and Loki (my granddaughter's aquatic turtle babies).
I don’t comment often but i sure respect you for not taking a patreon page, i find them grossly self centered and selfish,so you our friend Susan we don’t mind the Sponsors, we understand and have the upmost respect for you doing it your way. !!❤
I was walking in the woods with my Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and i was struck down in the head with a falling 6 inch bough of a tree. I felt the impact and my brain move back and forth and thought This is it. I came to on the ground on the leaves blood pouring out of both sides of my nose. My knee hurt i had hit it.The one time i had left my phone at home. I had let go of my dogs they were playing in the leaves. I made my way home stunned. I ended up with a badly traumatized nose and face and a bad concussion. Headaches of every type, sensitivity to light and sound, a scary experience. Slowly recovering and starting to do things again. I was not able to drive and avoid screen time. It hurt to read or write. Sunlight or loud noises pierced painfully through my head. But today i was able to put up my Christmas wreathes. Tormoroow i will put out some holiday decor and candles in my windows. Im not supposed to lift anything so there may not be a tree. Just my little lighted white ceramic one. But im grateful to be alive. There is a reason they call those hanging tree boughs widow makers.
You honestly friendly! and think your transition to being closer to your kids is a great ahievement! I moved during COVID and away from all my family, and as I age, I realie that may not have been my smartest decision! We have had very similiar childhoods! I was shipped off by my Mom every summer, so she did not have to deal with me! It has mad me independent, self sufficient! It would have been better if I had closer relationships. But it has afforded winderful travel adventures and been able to make friends whever I go!. So the good with the bad/sad! I lovee my dog, cat and was never able to have kids! But I now have the house of my dreams here in San Diego! Merry Christmas All!
I got married (for the 2nd time) in 1979, in August, wearing a crown of baby's breath. I married exactly the right man, but I screwed it up over the subsequent 11 years, nevertheless. Such is life. I say that not to be glib, but because such is life! We make mistakes, despite our bast intentions. Every one of us. One of the things I love about you and your videos is that you are not afraid to be a human being. It's such a comfort to be reminded that we are not alone in our humanity. What you do is important. Thank you! Happy Christmas! PS. Among the great loves of my life are a lot of dogs... mostly dogs ❤
You do what you want...bottom line. We love you and your channel. One thing about me....I learned late in life that I love animals. It just popped up in my soul one day.
I also married a man I felt loyalty to, because he was there for me, and not the man I truly loved. I live with my decision each day. Now he needs me due to injury and I feel I cannot abandon him now that he needs me. One wrong decision does last a lifetime.
You shouldn't have to apologize for doing sponsored videos. I enjoy you being you. That is why I (and so many others) watch your videos. Something you don't know about me...I have 12 grandchildren and 3 great grands. The last 2 gets were born this October, just a week apart...both are my daughter's grandchildren. Blessings to you and Desi from Midas and me!
I love your honesty. I did the same thing. I thought God would give me the love for my husband that I didn't feel. It never happened and when we finally divorced 17 yrs later it felt like a huge weight was lifted.
I know more married women that feel this way than not...I think it is part of societal conditioning for women. We are made to feel like outcasts if we don't have a husband to validate our existence as a woman...
When I first stumbled across your channel I instantly gravitated back. You are more than sincere with your honesty and sense of humor, life experiences. And that's why I come back ever time to sit, watch, listen to you. Yes, I enjoyed seeing you frolic with Cooper, do your impromptu fashion shows from your thrift store scores out in the gazebo. Then Desi came bounding in with his silly crooked smile, and you radiated such joy. Yes, your endorsements sometimes are ok, sometimes they are fabulous. This is your main mode of income and you have always been honest about it. I say, good for you! I enjoy your enthusiasm for something you believe in, and your honesty when something just is not so good. Keep up what you are doing. If it brings you peace of mind and joy to your soul, then what could be bad about it? Merry Christmas, Susan to you and yours from your pen pal Lisa in California. See you next up load.
Just be YOU! You can’t please everyone, nor should you try to! Focus on every lovely comment and the negative ones are most likely just a reflection of the poster, not you or anyone else. My favorite motto is now “oh well!” to any people who are rude, negative, or are giving unsolicited advice. You flippantly dismiss them and move on❤❤❤
Susan your Christmas tree is beautiful just like you. As far as sponsorships go, get as many as you can. I know that you only feature items that you truly love. So keep the lights on! Merry Christmas to you and Desi. 🎄🙏🏻⛄️
Hi Susan& Desi!! I’m so happy to spend time with you two amidst all the holiday goings on!! It’s been very hard- particularly this year for me as I’m dealing with being unemployed and I’ll in turns. Though I won’t be able to get presents for my family, I’ll still get to make a fabulous Christmas dinner & we’ll be together!! I tend to “panic “ around the holidays, but then I remember that it’s not about the gifts!! It’s about being thankful to God for all I do have- even if it’s not much!! I still have to learn not to be overly hard on myself!! I’m working on that!! It’s such a joy to share time with you and Desi!! I hope you have a wonderfully blessed & happy holiday season!! Sending love and prayers to you and your family!!😍😍😍🙏🙏🙏🎄🎄🎄
Merry Christmas to you and Desi ! I came to the USA at the age of 12 due to the fact the sulphur mines where my dad worked got in fire and we were all displaced and were refugees in another town . My mom wanted to be with her son who was living here . So here I am 50 years later. I love my country but I also love this one just the same.
Dear Little Poet. I've been watching your vlogs for about a year. I'm just not one to comment much and watch You Tube for entertainment purposes. I just wanted to let you know that I enjoy your content very much. Being an animal person, it's very obvious how special and important Desi is to you. It speaks VOLUMES about the kind of person you are. Your vlogs relax me after a stressful day at work (and life). So - Thank You Little Poet -- and your little dog Desi, too. I think you're both wonderful. I will continue to look forward to all your future content. Merry Christmas. I truly mean that.
I also married a man I didn’t love. I knew as I was walking down the aisle it was a mistake. We divorced a year later. Even some of my closer friends don’t know about him because I am ashamed of what I did
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Merry Christmas to you, and of course sweet little Desi, When you said you didn't have a filter, I remembered something my Dad said to me when I was about 17, I grew up in a big loving family, the eldest of 7, who sometimes felt rather put upon, and at the same time lonely, and as a teenager, butted heads with my Mom. one day, after some unpleasent words came flying out of my mouth, my Dad looked at me and said, "There seems to be nothing between what enters your head and comes out your mouth, you might want to think about that"! Wow did that hit me, as Daddy never scolded or raised his voice, but when he spoke, we listened. I still, at 83 have to check myself. I have never heard you say anything I would consider wrong, just the facts of life, which for likely most of us, is a roller coaster of joys, pain, worry, sadness, it's called life, and always good to share.just keep being you! We love you!
Not everyone knows that I have 9 siblings, we have lost 4 to illness.....I am # 9 in line and am now the caregiver to my 70 year old brother who has cancer.....I just turned 73 in November. I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year.....
Your story of marrying the man you weren't in love with made me reflect. My first love was with a high school sweetheart of 4 years. He went into the service & I was devatated. I went on to meet my husband & 52 years later are still married. I will always have a special place in the heart for my first deep love & still think of him. But I know God led me in the direction I was meant to go. Two beautiful daughters later, 2 gorgeous granddaughter later & 2 amazing grandsons, I am very blessed. I love your channel & your beautiful music & gently story telling & I really love sweet Desi. Merry Christmas & many blessings to you & your family!!
I would say concentrate on the positive comments you've been given, which is many more times than any negative comments you receive and that will bring things into perspective. You know what they say"you can't please everyone". 🌲🎅🤶Merry Christmas Susan & Desi, we love you❤
Oh Susan, I'm so glad you do sponsors. I hate when people ask to sign up. I have at least ten favorite utube people I watch. I could not possibly join them all. Some even say they have special days to chat with those that sign up. So that makes me feel left out. No, I love the way you do it. and I have tried some of your makeups and love them.
I admire your holiday spirit for decorating and celebrating. I have chosen to downsize from all the years of doing that for others. Now my time is spent for me and what I need. " Less pressure and less expectations of what I need to provide for others. I have found my joy in gifting to those in need, not decorating my house. This is what truly makes me happy around Christmas. I listen to myself and not society's expectations. Each year can be different, unique, and joyful.
I was there! My first husband, the father of my 3 kids had left me before the third was born. I was devastated and frightened. Then along came Hal. He loved the kids and he loved me. And I respected and liked him a lot. So I married him. After all, I wasn’t likely to have another chance. Who would want a woman with 3 small kids? Our marriage lasted 10 years. He was a very fine man but I was still in love with my first husband, my high school sweetheart. Thank you for your videos, Little Poet. They mean a great deal to me. Yours, Sandy
Susan, you are such blessing to us all who see your videos. That "Desi" is so cute! Wishing you both a wonderful and blessed night! Till next Saturday stay safe!
❤ Love Desi in hat. Thank you so much for showing your treasures. Facts on me. I love thifting makes me feel I win prizes. I love buying my friends calenders for Christmas makes me feel they can think of me all year. I love collecting quotes you gave a great one on love. I hope to finish a ebook called the joy makers club and you for sure are joy maker. ❤😊
My daughter was about 3 or so when she she cried getting out of the car after seeing ET at the theater, she told us "ET can't find his way home!". I will always remember that time. Also, I am a bit like you in that I say what I feel. I have never thought things improved by staying quiet. I don't lie, I don't pretend, I just pour it out. This has had me in big trouble sometimes but, I just can't help it. I am rather quiet person, and yes I can be alone. I am not a joiner, but I will be the first one to say hello and take over some cookies.
I have watched many of your videos and I admire you however the older I get I’m more lonely I feel lost I don’t know where I fit in. I don’t feel needed or wanted. I lost my Sister my best friend and a husband and my fur baby. All my family is gone. I have a Son that lives far away and a Daughter that lives a mile away they don’t text me or call I don’t know how to live and don’t know what to do. I don’t have money that I can do anything but I have so much love to give but no one to receive it. My Mother beat me my husband beat me and I have never felt worthy. My faith in God is what keeps me alive. I appreciate your honesty. Gods blessings on you ❤
Oh gosh you have had such a hard time. I’m from a little village called Knott end on sea in England. I true had a Rudd childhood ..always ran to books to escape. I think u will find yr tribe . Try library..volunteering..work at food bank. Set yr boundaries..don’t let people bring you down. U deserve so much more. If not now when ..sending big hug…I can do this .love ❤
I’m not sure if this will resonate with you Susan, but a few years ago I read that staying busy is a trauma response. Gosh, that hit me like a ton of bricks because I knew it was so true for me!
My Mom could never stop being a workaholic lest she remembers a thought or a painful feeling I don't mind because I know why she does it. Guess what Mom I could feel your pain anyway Love you Mom
I wish you, Desi and your family a wonderful Christmas and New Year. The one thing I learn from watching your videos is...because of your sincerity and truthfulness, I cry! Each time you talk about something which touches my heart, I begin to cry my heart out. There are similarities with our lives and when you mention about watching films, alone, brings back memories which I had forgotten. The loneliness so many of us feel, makes us realise that we need to reach out more. Escapism is needed from time to time, but connecting with our loved ones is important too. It is difficult sometimes too, to reconnect, because of family issues, but try to keep the door open to reunite. Stay peaceful and forgive and forget. I always enjoy your videos. You tell the truth and this can resonate with me so often. You make your videos from your heart. They are just right for us to watch! You do what is right for you Suzi. We all love you. Your humour and sincerity is very much appreciated, especially in these times. Love to you and Desi. X
😊 ❤ I absolutely hate fake influencers you do your sponsorships genuine and with class and sparks my interest to buy the products you feature. I love all the makeup, house products I use 💗😻💗 you featured.
I was married one year after you. I knew it was a mistake but felt it was too late to cancel. I shook all the baby's breath out of my bouquet walking down the aisle 😅 It only lasted 5 years but I had my son who I'm so thankful for...and now I have 2 beautiful granddaughters ❤ Don't worry about the sponsorship critics...most of us understand and are supportive of why you do them ♥ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and Desi 😊🎄 and thank you for being a special part of our lives 🙏
What I love about your channel is you keeping it honest and real. I just hate it when I watch other channels and they are always selling something even when they don’t use that product. Btw…I cried during my entire wedding on my 2nd marriage…I knew I was not marrying him for love but I was too afraid to speak up. It ended after about 4 years. No more marriages for me. I just don’t think it is the right fit for me. Give that sweet Desi a kiss for me…he is just adorable.
Merry Christmas to you and Desi! I so look forward to every weeks video, the sponsors don't bother me at all, it's your channel and I keep coming back for You!!! When I'm out of town or get busy, I still make time to watch because it means something to me that I need.... whatever message you may have or hear your laugh, a good friend is what you are to so many of us.
Thank you so much for your honesty. I have never said this ever, I married a man I didn’t love because he was a good man like you did. I was married for 23 years and no it didn’t last and it’s terribly sad it hurt him and our children.
I was married in my junior year of high school 1963. We have just celebrated 61 years together. I’m now 78 and my husband is 80. Ups and downs thruout the years but our love sustained us thru it all.
Merry Christmas Everybody! - I had to musically re-score this video at the very last minute with a different song, so I was not
able to give you a video up to my standards. But because it's the holidays and everybody is rushed. ...and I thought it important to
have a video for you tonight, I decided to publish it. Maybe things don't need to be so perfect to be appreciated or understood...........Love you to the moon and back! See you next week!!! Susan & Desi
Love everything about your channel and the content, I feel as though we have been friends for a long time.
I love your videos and always look forward to them! Merry Christmas to you and Desi! Love you both!
Merry Christmas Susan and Desi.😊
Susan, The beauty of your videos is your personality shines thru! I don’t mind the sponsorship idea, it is earned. Thank you for honesty, truth, and realism. You are so appreciated! Merry Christmas to you, Desi, and your family. 🎄☃️
Love you Susan and Desi! Your videos are great on so many levels. In reading all the comments, it is very apparent that we all love you so much! Desi is a sweetheart, too. ❤
You don’t have to apologize for anything you do on your channel. Your subs love you. We all look forward to seeing you and Desi every week. I enjoy your sincerity and your passion for others. I love Desi’s expressions while he’s wearing his hats! Cracks me up every time!😂😂😂😘❤🙏🏻✨
Susan merry Christmas and dessie. He's just so adorable...you always help me to feel a little better ea week.. this world needs more susan and Little desssies around 🐾🐾⛄ , . genuine and caring. Sending hugs from me and my dog oscar... they' are the most wonderful friends we could ever have... Nadine,🌲🌲❣️
You shouldn’t have to explain about money. Everything cost something and I love that you don’t pressure your viewers. Keep being YOU!!!! Love you and Desi. Look forward to your channel every week ❤️🙏🏾
One thing I have learned in my life is that; Don’t tell anyone everything about yourself because eventually they could use it against you. Just be happy with yourself for who you are now.❤
This is true I'll tell you another one keep your friends close but keep your enemies closer always keep an eye on what your enemies are doing
I’m 75 and it took me too long to learn this, maybe I trust too much
Yes, it's painful when someone you trusted (always a man in my case😔) betrays you in that way.
This is a true story
Agree totally..
I have a trust issue & takes me a long time to even tell anyone stuff about myself or to believe what someone tells me. Doubting Thomas & take things with a grain of salt.
I have no expectations of anyone now im 68. I accept life as it is. Ive forgiven those who have hurt me and myself for hurting others. Acceptance is the key to peace.
I was married at age 22 and cried through half the wedding ceremony. When we got back from the honeymoon, my husband told me he wanted a divorce. I cried and sobbed and weeped and wailed. We stayed married for 10 years. The hardest decade of my life. No matter what I did, I never really felt loved by my husband. After we separated, he told me he knew he was a bastard in the marriage, and he was going to change after we had children. Ha. We never did have children together. I have now been divorced for 35 years. And never remarried. I have a wonderful 28-year-old son, and a lovely daughter-in-law. No regrets.
Merry Christmas to you and Desi, Susan. You are great, and we love you just the way you are. You have created a wonderful channel for all of us, so go ahead and sponsor whenever you need to! And, of course, Desi is the best.
❤❤😊🎄🎄🇨🇦
I haven't been loving life. I have been sadder than I can say. Stumbled upon your videos by chance a few weeks ago. I found something in your demeanor that made me pause for a min and feel like a tiny little bit of hope. I can't explain it more.
My name is DeAnn, I watched this today, I have never told you anything about myself. I will tell you this, my brother and two sisters and I used to escape our home abuse by getting on our bikes and riding all day. I was the youngest. We all tried to watch out for each other as best small children can do. We have just truly reconnected after over 20 years of separation and after both our parents have passed. I guess it feels safe now. I am not sure; but I do know I feel more whole with them in my life again and more loved. I truly went years without feeling loved or cared about.
Second thing I would like to tell you is You; you are such an elegant lady with such a kind heart and voice. You have helped me heal in several ways. With your upfront honest and open self. Thank you.❤
I am leaving a marriage after 28 years. He finally admitted to me that he felt like the choice to marry me wasn't his (pressure from family?) and that he "grew to love me". I felt in my heart for so many years that he really wasn't into it - that and never wearing his wedding ring. I was 18 when I met him. I'm now 53. When he bought the engagement ring, he didn't get down on one knee or even ask me to marry him. He just left it on the kitchen counter and the next day said, "you can put it on if you want to". I was so young and didn't realize at the time how much he wasn't into me. I thought I could love him enough, do enough, give, work, buy gifts, fluff his ego, etc. etc. etc. that he would come around. I don't think I've ever really experienced what it's like to be loved.
This is so sad. I’m sorry you went through this. I hope you find true, real, genuine love, if that’s something you’d like.
It is really hard out there. I wouldn't leave.
Wow!😢
It will take time to heal. Allow yourself to grieve. My life has gotten better over time. I got to know myself again and found love for myself again.
@@americafirst9144why stay in a miserable situation with a man who doesn't love you. I managed to make it through and happiest I have been in my entire life. Single and happy.
Susan thank you for not making me choose between UA-cam or Patreon. I can live with sponsored videos but because of the exchange rate Patreon is out of my reach. You are one in a million that hasn’t gone the Patreon route. Your home reflects the beauty in you! I live alone and happen to share the same age! Much love and season joy! ♥️🎄♥️
You do what you need to. 😊
Folks will have an opinion about everything you do. Some will be with you, and some will be against you. I used to feel I always had to express my "honest" opinion. Now, I simply feel that it's pretty egocentric to think that my opinion is the end all. I appreciate and value myself and who I am at this point in my life. I just don't believe that even though I am opinionated, I am always right.
As always, through the holiday season, I just enjoy the moments and give what I can, just as I do all year. Anyone who thinks they "know" you from your videos is deluded.😂
I move through the end of the year slowly, savoring the moments. Tomorrow is not promised to anybody. I take time for self reflection everyday. I journal, I dance, I cook. I enjoy the moments
Happy Holidays from Costa Rica! 🌺🎄 🌺🎄🌺🎄🌺
@@shelleysquires7225Hey there, how are you?
There is nothing wrong with your presentation, your content, your truths, your feelings about things...you and Desi are a class act and I so enjoy you both. Please don't change or feel unsure that your content isn't perfect, Because, it is. Anyone who is a friend of yours is very lucky to have you snd Desi in their lives...and probably, vice versa. You decorate your adorable house beautifully...you and Desi always look like you just left the Salon. You just don't know how much I enjoy your videos...❤
AMEN to that! 😘
🙏🏻 yes
SUSAN JUST BE YOU... LOVE YOU FOR WHO YOU ARE!
Agreed!!! Love you Susan JUST AS YOU ARE!!!
Susan, I don't mind the sponsored products, at all. In fact, I appreciate hearing what has worked for you. One thing I know about myself that even my nearest and dearest loved ones don't know, is that I am not as fearless as they think I am. Nearly 3 weeks ago, my husband had a stroke, and while I was driving myself to the ER, behind the ambulance, I didn't think I'd make it. I believe God vaults me over those rough times, though. Lord knows I'm not able to cope by myself. I always appreciate your videos--so vulnerable--so real. You always make me think. Hope your week is filled with Christmas wonder. BTW, I brought my hubby home a few days ago and he's doing well. Christmas came early to our house❤
Little Poet, that's why I enjoy your channel ! You have so much honor and integrity ❤ Merry Christmas ☃️🎄🎁🎅🤶🥳 Desi and Susan ❤
Desi is so precious! Thanks for sharing him in his Christmas outfit.
Lost my dad Christmas Eve and almost no family left except a brother. I don’t think anyone really knows how much I struggle through the holiday as I continue on decorating, being somewhat involved with the season festivities and always will a big smile on my face.Inside somewhat sad and feeling loss without my family especially my dad and my husband of 40yrs who I lost to an accident a couple years ago.I guess I was blessed that I’m able to pretend I’m happy and in the spirit as I would never want to lessen someone’s joy at this time of year.I do feel very grateful for what I have but little sad this time of year
@connielahman5725 💕❤️💕
Keep busy, don't isolate yourself. Volunteer at an animal shelter, they so need help now. When we busy ourselves helping others, we sometimes heal ourselves. ❤ Hugs
I understand your sadness around the holidays. I’m not even able to fake it… each year I decide I will try but just want to push through to the New Year. Loss plays a huge part. I’m proud of you that you participate. Thank you for sharing. One foot in front of the other….
Dear Connie, like you I decorate and wonder why as I am totally alone as well. This Christmas will be the first time in 10 years I will have company. I wish you a Merry Christmas and happiness.
I know exactly how you feel. In 2016 I lost my husband on December 22. Prior to that I lost parents a brother and lots of cousins. Thank God I had two children, one of which lives near me. The other one lives about two hours away, but doesn’t get calm very often. Christmas has really gotten out of hand, my son, who lives the two hours away. Doesn’t have that much money and therefore hates Christmas. This year he said he didn’t want the adults to exchange gifts because he can’t afford it. He has two girls and a granddaughter and barely can give them anything. My daughter who lives near me and her husband have money and can do what they want. Sometimes I wish we could just get together have dinner and be done with the holiday. But my granddaughters come down from northern Georgia and of course, expect gifts, even though, they’re in their late 20s. My daughter who lives here and her daughter my other granddaughter all expect gifts. I have just come to a point where I absolutely hate the holiday. But like you I decorate and when I come home from my daughters on Christmas night I take everything down because I can’t stand looking at it. This year I put up very little and I’m already ready to take it down.
First, I want to say I did the same by marrying someone I didn't love and thought I was going to make it ok. But I didn't. I didn't realize then how selfish I was being. I know people walk away from marriages trying to blame the other person. It takes 2. But it was important for me to realize my faults and selfishness. I am 68, single, newly retired, and discovering that I enjoy being creative. There's more to discover and rediscover about myself. I am figuring it out. I don't have a man in my life except my grandsons who live with me. They are older now, and they care for me more than I take of them. That flipped. As I approach 70, I am working on being more healthy. I have lost 50 lbs since April. I have 40 to go, but I will get there. Thank you for your videos. They help in my recreating myself again.
You're fortunate having your grandsons around. Not too many of us have had a perfect childhood. I just turned 68.
Congratulations on your weightloss. I know how difficult that is.
Merry Christmas!
Wow! Great job on getting healthy and losing the weight.. l have the same goal.. can l ask how you lost the weight?
Thank you Susan! I don’t think you need to apologize for anything. You have done so much for so many of us. Someone must have been cruel in a comment or something to make you feel like you have to explain yourself. Well, to heck with anyone who would give a rude comment. You’re wonderful, and you get all the sponsors possible. Life cost money. This video was put together just fine! Merry Christmas sweet lady.
Ditto...@SusanWilliams!
Ditto❤🌲
Ditto!!❤
Totally agree
Oh Susan… I have only been with you for almost a year, but after discovering you, I just had to go all the way back to your video beginning. I felt your trepidation, sadness, loneliness and so many other emotions that I had already seen in myself. I also saw your amazing humor that completely cracked me up and I thought …this girl …we could be best friends! I get you because you get me and all of us! I have had my heart broken and I have cried with you and I have laughed my fanny off at the thrift stores when your snarky comments have completely undone me. Bottom line Susan is that you are such a gift and I just love ya! Thank you for sharing your life, your ups and downs and in betweens. Sending you hugs and lots of love. Merry Christmas to you and yours…. Especially your sweet Desi boy♥️
@jmcd2955….Wonderful Encouraging Comment to Our Dear Friend & Sister Susan!! How we Love Her & Desi!! ❤❤❤❤ I totally Agree with Everything Your Written… Blessings from Australia Marc & Buddy…😘🐶🙏🇦🇺
To hell what people think, they are simply jealous! You and Desi are a weekly pleasure and breath of fresh air! Have a blessed Merry Christmas big 🤗
I can totally sit and “just do nothing”…I can just enjoy my imagination, thinking about what historical event, or random scene from a past era, I might see if I got up and went to the window. Or what glorious landscape, ditto. I also totally can sit and relax and enjoy a movie. That has always been one of my favorite things to do. A vivid and very pleasant memory from my childhood is of sitting in an armchair by a window in our house, with a great big heavy art book on my lap, slowly turning the pages and looking at beautiful prints of famous paintings. This was around 1954 or thereabouts, and I had on my Davy Crockett raccoon skin hat and was in complete bliss :-). I haven’t changed much in that regard. I graduated high school and college and held jobs over the years, and married and raised two wonderful boys - but I never had “big” ambitions. There are nicer words than “lazy” or “idle” for people who enjoy just sitting and thinking about things; one such nice word is “contemplative”. Children - and adults too, for that matter - need opportunities in their lives to be contemplative, if that is their nature. Merry Christmas, everyone 🎄❤️
My childhood was patchy as well. My mom and dad lost everything in WWII. They had to run for their lives. When we came to Canada my dad died and my mom did her best. What got me through was a book called Little Women. I learned so much from Marmee and the March family. Sometimes l was Jo (the writer) or Meg who remembered wealthier days, or Amy (who wanted to be classy), or sweet, tragic Beth. I read parts of that book over and over.
My parents had to leave Europe as well. They wanted to escape to Canada but the wait was too extended so they arrived in Australia in 1950. Safe but defeated and totally lost
Amazing what a book can do. Love to you and your brave family ❤.
@@suzettecooper382 We came to Canada because my sister (who is 16 years older than l) came over ahead of us as an au pair to a wealthy family. She completed her two year contract, became a bank teller and married. We had gone to Germany and were settled as refugees. She was not happy in her marriage and she begged my parents to come to Canada and we did. The rest is (our personal) history.
I also loved this book when I was A young girl! I learned to keep a positive attitude and be thankful for the little things in life. It should be on every girl’s reading list!
Little Women is one of my favorite all time books:)
I sense absolutely nothing self serving in you and believe you are exactly what you show us all here on UA-cam. My mother was a vocalist and pianist. Her presentation was not feigned but a part of who she was. Her passion too was much like I see in you. I enjoy and respect your authenticity. I very much hope you have a lovely Christmas and that all will be well for you this coming year. Thank you.
I don't understand why anyone should care if you have sponsers or not. This is your channel & you need to do what you feel is best.
I look forward to my Saturday nights with you and Desi. You are a blessing. ❤
I really love your honesty and sincerity and I come away from each of your videos feeling better about myself. I’m 72 and the years have crept up on me to where I get discouraged because of my decisions. Susan by you having sponsors we as your followers see many things I would not have known existed. You do you I know living on Social Security it’s hard to live on. When my husband passes away (not too soon) I will have to sell my home and perhaps go into assisted living. So if you can make extra money you do it.❤ I also had a not so pleasant childhood and when I could go play at my friends I wanted to stay I made sure my children had a life full of love❤❤
Love your program feel a kinship with you &/ here’s but live alone also
This is your channel you do not have to justify working! ❤ something about me that I don’t tell anyone is that after my husband passes away, I am going to move away from everyone and start over. I want new memories and I’m going to do my darnest to forget, let go and don’t look back. If I have to live the rest of my life alone with my cats and dog to find peace, I’m going to go for it. I want to move where I don’t have one memory. I’m going to make bright new memories… I’m going to enjoy every moment of it.
I want good friends and Fun. I want to find myself, not who I was, that’s over but who I can become. I’m ready for it.
You are a brave soul. Have you thought about the possibly doing a channel here on you tube? I don't imagine that it's easy making a new life.
My mother told me about my great grandmother. She was a housewife on a working farm. Once her husband, my great grandfather past away... She kept her suitcase packed. And when someone was going someplace, she was ready to go. Lol.
Everyone adores Desi….he’s so special..as you are too Susan.
My heart bleeds for your broken childhood..I myself had a troubled childhood and it does carry into adulthood….we spend our life trying to get over what happened to us.
You must do the sponsorships…..I like them….can’t imagine anyone getting upset, but you have to keep things going somehow so what people expect…..your collabs are very few and far between and are always something good…love the clothing ones especially….
Susan we all love you and what you stand for….
I’m in the u.k and like everywhere things are difficult all round….eveybodys got to make ends meet somehow.
I’ve been married for 50 years ….we met in 1967 when I was 14 years old….we lost our beloved daughter after surgery went wrong so there’s only the 2 of us….we take each day as a bonus, whatever the day brings…some days are better than others, but as you say every day is an important one. God bless you both.x
Susan and Desi, Another great video. You make me laugh, you make me sad, you make me cry because I feel like you’re right here with me and like a sister to me. Please don’t apologize. You’ve come a long way and have so many people that love you and look forward to your weekly videos. Desi is adorable. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Blessings.
You are so kind...I am so grateful you are here!!! Much love and Merry Christmas!!! xxoo Susan & Desi
You do your sponsorships to help you do your channel! We support you! Many happy holidays, you and Desi!❤️🌲
Who would have believed even 20 years ago that we'd have this type of technology to reach out, connect and make a community. Of course, money is always involved in our choices and I, for one, am relieved you've decided to monetize your platform as you have. You acknowledge when you're sponsored by a product and that allows me to make my own choice on its merits. I am very happy to support you making a living at this....I'd never know where to begin myself. I've enjoyed watching your journey and coming along as you achieve your life goals. A house of your own is amazing!!
You share yourself without having your hand out or for touting products you haven't used; instead you show us your authentic self. My husband says, "oh, you're visiting with your girlfriend" when he finds me watching your UA-cam videos, and many times he sits down to watch it with me. I'm 72 and you have made me laugh and smile and remind me often that my life is worthwhile whatever age I am privileged to be. Happy holidays to you, Susan!
Dear Susan,
Please... PLEASE do not change even one thing from the way you are doing your content!
They are beautiful
They are insightful
They are loving
They are filled with kindness and your joy for life
They always make my heart smile
They always also make me cry
Please dear friend do not let the negative Nancy's into your head and heart!
We love you and Desi and expect nothing but that... Everything else is the cherry on top 💞
Your eye for the art of creation shows in all you do. From the perfect camera shots to the music and your artfull design in the choice's for your home....its all perfection!
You saying how you loved those movies and those beautiful actresses explained it all.
Your cadence and love of art and music to your beauty and fashion. They all raised you well .
Happy Holidays to you and your family.
Please give Desie an extra smooch and treat from me 😘
I found myself shaking my head in agreement with many things you said. i married for all the wrong reasons and I am just now, at 70, understanding I can't fix everything.
Have a blessed Christmas. How wonderful that you get to celebrate in your sweet new cottage home close to your grandchildren this year. Sharing something about myself - I’ve learned that doing what’s right doesn’t insulate you from heartache and longing. I really loved this video and appreciate your honesty. You and your “crew” do an excellent job! 🎄🥰❤
I have been married to my love this Dec. for 57 years. There have ups and down in our life. What has sustains this marriage is truthfulness, fidelity and being true to each other. Never put yourself down, you are so beautiful and talented. I know what you mean by no filters, that has happened to me also. Have a merry Christmas, God bless you and your precious soul that God has given you.
Susan....
I'm so glad it's not just me who has no filter. I don't think it's intolerance. I think it may be the first time in life we have the courage to tell the truth, don't you ?
I got married in September 1978 just after you and I, too, married the wrong man. I paid greatly for my mistake and was only married for 8 years. Sadly, this experience prevented me from trusting, and I never married again, so I've been alone for 37 years. I'm 67 now.
It has been a time of teaching, caring, and using my energy for different things.
Do I have any regrets ? Only that I have no children of my own - but I have looked after other people's children and I think I did a good job because occasionally I will see them all grown up and they remember me that's so nice.
I so love looking at your beautiful home and fabulous decor . Thank-you for giving me so many ideas.
If I don't manage to call in again, have a wonderful family Christmas and a blessed and peaceful New Year.
My love
Janice 👵 🇬🇧 xxx
Hi Susan...
Merry Christmas to you & Desi!
Sponsorship....nothing wrong with it. You're a business woman & obviously you're a good one.
Love the videos each week. Always look forward to them. We are kinda like a family.
Peace & love
Merry Christmas Susan and Desi. 🤶🏽 Desi is a beautiful gangster dog!
Since you asked, I am good at sitting and doing nothing. It is relaxing to me.
For the ones who are critics, please keep your critical comments to yourself. Enjoy Susan's podcast and what she shares which is always heartfelt and sincere. Merry Christmas to you Susan and little PRECIOUS Desi!!!
Susan, I think you have a romantic, poetic soul. What you bring to us are human conversations. The kind of talk you might have with a family member or trusted friend. That is the beauty of your video. Some people do not have anyone to talk to about how they really feel. It’s that deeper level of communication that people crave. That is what you bring to us. We come away with the feeling that we have just visited someone we love , and had a heart to heart talk. Thank you for that invaluable service. I think I speak for everyone here when I say, “We love you”.
I've been following you for the last almost 4 years here in California. A few things about me that not many know are - I can play the violin. I struggle with being a controlling person, I have come a long way though. I struggled with bad low self-esteem, doing much better now. I live my life with so many regrets but now focus on positive things and continue to work hard at self improvement. I carry a deep pain within me of grief from missing my Mom (who died), I have a child I Heaven and have buried this deep but most people will always see me with a smile. I'm a deep thinker. I was once very very extroverted but now introverted and don't socialize too much (by choice). Above all.. love my dog so much and so grateful for her in my life. Thanks.. this was good to share. Love seeing Desi!! He is so cute and handsome. Would like to hear more about how he is now (not his past life).. the Desi 2.0!
Susan, every Saturday evening I think "Susan should be on now!" I really look forward to your videos. You do a beautiful job and I don't mind if you take some sponsors.............just keep posting! You're wonderful 😊😊😊❤❤❤Kathy from Pennsylvania ❤
I raised myself from the age of 9 on, so I could totally relate to the part abour ET flying. Merry Christmas Susan and Desi! ~lori
A very touching video - found myself teary a few times (especially when you spoke about Desi).
Sounds wonderful. Have a great Christmas. I wont be having one this year. Thats something no one knows. My husband is quite ill. I am taking care of him. Santa is off this year. No presents to wrap. Blessings to you all.
I hope you and your husband have a peaceful Christmas. Illness can be very hard on everyone!
I’m so sorry. I understand what you are going through. Please know that you are not alone. I have no words of wisdom for you but I’m praying for you.
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I hope that somewhere, somehow you and your husband will feel the spirit of Christmas. Even though things don’t look or feel the same this year May you find hope, peace, and joy this Christmas.
I'm sorry your Hubby is ill. I'm not having Christmas this year either. No family, and lost my Don almost 3 years ago. Just not the same now, and I just want a quiet day with Holly, my little terrier mix. Prayers sent for you and your husband.
Susan,
You need to do what works the best for you and what you like to do! You don’t have to apologize for anything you do on Your channel. I love seeing you every Saturday, you are such an inspiration to me ❤
Sit and doing nothing is one of the most under rated things in life. As any Buddhist Monk will tell you. OK you need to be productive. But like the ebb and flow of the ocean, you need to know when to move and when to be still. I think a lot of people need to keep going because it's a defense mechanism. People fear the stillness in case feelings of fear or pain come up. So the keep busy. I have seen too many people get burnout through not being able to stop. But stopping is part of selfcare, and maybe if the pain comes up, process it, move through it.
"Susan, please don't feel bad about doing ads. You need financial backing, so your channel can continue. You do, what you got to do, to pay the bills...good luck to you & Desi. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁, to you & your loved ones"🎄🎁🐶🤗
Just loved this video Susan. But that Desi just sitting quietly beside you not bothering you at all. He brings tears to my eyes. I am so glad you found hum.
Thank you for being so genuine,,,,,,,,,,as you have mentioned before, we can't judge ourselves when we were young with the maturity and experiences we have today. Your videos have been sweet and refreshing. I look forward to watching you and Desi in 2024. Happy Holidays Susan and Desi!
I appreciate your honesty and reflections on your marriage. When we are young we often have no idea of how decisions we make hurt others. As they say, hindsight is 20/20, but we cannot see into the future. Your heart wants what it wants. We have to ask for forgiveness from those we hurt, and we also have to find a way to forgive ourselves.
As viewers of UA-cam or any social media platforms, we all need to realize that much of what we see is "created content." It is a reflection of some of what the host's life is, but only in part. You do such a good job digging down deep and sharing so much of your life and even of your pain. You are very generous and kind to do this. I am sure there are some viewers who need to hear of your struggles and successes and see how you have turned things around. It gives them hope.
Stay true to yourself. You cannot go wrong doing that. Take care and God bless you during this holiday season.
I found your videos last week and have been watching quite a few. I am going through a divorce and just turned 63 last week. My life feels like a broken glass scattered on the floor and I am sitting in the middle of it trying to piece it back together. I know it will take time but the glass will be complete again, but will be forever cracked. But just know your videos give me so much hope and have enjoyed watching them. Thank you
Thank you Susan for being you.I LOVE your channel. Merry Christmas to you and Desi.From a 72 yr old lady from Canada.💕🇨🇦💕
Your home is a show place, absolutely beautiful. "MERRY CHRISTMAS BLESSINGS AND LOVE," to YOU and DESI.
I have come to look forward to your videos each week so much! Thank you for your honesty. Something no one knows about me is I feel deeply alone and struggle with finding purpose in my life. Those who know me see a professional counselor who has wonderful relationships with my clients and I know they value me. But the contrast of helping others in such a meaningful way while unable to do it for myself is not lost on me. I found my husband after many years alone and then a few years later I’m divorced. Not in the plan. I lost my son around the same time and though everyone says I’m strong and have handled it well I’m not so sure. Your videos give voice to my struggles in such a poignant way. I feel like maybe I’m not alone. Thank you for your willingness to be vulnerable with us all.
Thank you for sharing. I struggle and feel lonely too! Please know you are not alone! This channel helps me to feel less alone and inspired!
I'm so sorry that you feel so alone! The Litte Poet must help you not feel so alone!! You are not alone though, God is always with you. I talk to him daily!! Blessings to you!!
Please don't change, Susan. Our world is in a constant state of flux. It is so nice to visit with you and Desi every Saturday and listen to your calm and lovely words. And Desi is OUR treasure too.
A VERY, MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU, Desi, and your family, from Sunny and Tippy (my feline kids), Leia and Greenie (my avian kids) and Poki and Loki (my granddaughter's aquatic turtle babies).
Love your family, Merry Christmas to them all from my three fur babies
I don’t comment often but i sure respect you for not taking a patreon page, i find them grossly self centered and selfish,so you our friend Susan we don’t mind the Sponsors, we understand and have the upmost respect for you doing it your way. !!❤
I was walking in the woods with my Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and i was struck down in the head with a falling 6 inch bough of a tree. I felt the impact and my brain move back and forth and thought This is it. I came to on the ground on the leaves blood pouring out of both sides of my nose. My knee hurt i had hit it.The one time i had left my phone at home. I had let go of my dogs they were playing in the leaves. I made my way home stunned. I ended up with a badly traumatized nose and face and a bad concussion. Headaches of every type, sensitivity to light and sound, a scary experience. Slowly recovering and starting to do things again. I was not able to drive and avoid screen time. It hurt to read or write. Sunlight or loud noises pierced painfully through my head. But today i was able to put up my Christmas wreathes. Tormoroow i will put out some holiday decor and candles in my windows. Im not supposed to lift anything so there may not be a tree. Just my little lighted white ceramic one. But im grateful to be alive. There is a reason they call those hanging tree boughs widow makers.
Wow!! What an experience…praying that 2024 is a Blessed Yr & Fills Your heart with Peace & Joy!! Blessings from Australia Marc. 🤗🐶🙏☦️🎄
I appreciate your honesty ! Be kind to youself....the world is tough!!! You've got this❤❤❤❤
You honestly friendly! and think your transition to being closer to your kids is a great ahievement! I moved during COVID and away from all my family, and as I age, I realie that may not have been my smartest decision! We have had very similiar childhoods! I was shipped off by my Mom every summer, so she did not have to deal with me! It has mad me independent, self sufficient! It would have been better if I had closer relationships. But it has afforded winderful travel adventures and been able to make friends whever I go!. So the good with the bad/sad! I lovee my dog, cat and was never able to have kids! But I now have the house of my dreams here in San Diego! Merry Christmas All!
What a gorgeous bride!
I got married (for the 2nd time) in 1979, in August, wearing a crown of baby's breath. I married exactly the right man, but I screwed it up over the subsequent 11 years, nevertheless. Such is life. I say that not to be glib, but because such is life! We make mistakes, despite our bast intentions. Every one of us. One of the things I love about you and your videos is that you are not afraid to be a human being. It's such a comfort to be reminded that we are not alone in our humanity. What you do is important. Thank you! Happy Christmas!
PS. Among the great loves of my life are a lot of dogs... mostly dogs ❤
You do what you want...bottom line. We love you and your channel. One thing about me....I learned late in life that I love animals. It just popped up in my soul one day.
I also married a man I felt loyalty to, because he was there for me, and not the man I truly loved. I live with my decision each day. Now he needs me due to injury and I feel I cannot abandon him now that he needs me. One wrong decision does last a lifetime.
You shouldn't have to apologize for doing sponsored videos. I enjoy you being you. That is why I (and so many others) watch your videos. Something you don't know about me...I have 12 grandchildren and 3 great grands. The last 2 gets were born this October, just a week apart...both are my daughter's grandchildren. Blessings to you and Desi from Midas and me!
I love your honesty. I did the same thing. I thought God would give me the love for my husband that I didn't feel. It never happened and when we finally divorced 17 yrs later it felt like a huge weight was lifted.
Same here
I know more married women that feel this way than not...I think it is part of societal conditioning for women. We are made to feel like outcasts if we don't have a husband to validate our existence as a woman...
When I first stumbled across your channel I instantly gravitated back. You are more than sincere with your honesty and sense of humor, life experiences.
And that's why I come back ever time to sit, watch, listen to you.
Yes, I enjoyed seeing you frolic with Cooper, do your impromptu fashion shows from your thrift store scores out in the gazebo.
Then Desi came bounding in with his silly crooked smile, and you radiated such joy.
Yes, your endorsements sometimes are ok, sometimes they are fabulous. This is your main mode of income and you have always been honest about it. I say, good for you!
I enjoy your enthusiasm for something you believe in, and your honesty when something just is not so good.
Keep up what you are doing. If it brings you peace of mind and joy to your soul, then what could be bad about it?
Merry Christmas, Susan to you and yours from your pen pal Lisa in California.
See you next up load.
Just be YOU! You can’t please everyone, nor should you try to! Focus on every lovely comment and the negative ones are most likely just a reflection of the poster, not you or anyone else. My favorite motto is now “oh well!” to any people who are rude, negative, or are giving unsolicited advice. You flippantly dismiss them and move on❤❤❤
merry christmas ❤ susan and desi love to you.
Susan your Christmas tree is beautiful just like you. As far as sponsorships go, get as many as you can. I know that you only feature items that you truly love. So keep the lights on! Merry Christmas to you and Desi. 🎄🙏🏻⛄️
Hi Susan& Desi!! I’m so happy to spend time with you two amidst all the holiday goings on!! It’s been very hard- particularly this year for me as I’m dealing with being unemployed and I’ll in turns. Though I won’t be able to get presents for my family, I’ll still get to make a fabulous Christmas dinner & we’ll be together!! I tend to “panic “ around the holidays, but then I remember that it’s not about the gifts!! It’s about being thankful to God for all I do have- even if it’s not much!! I still have to learn not to be overly hard on myself!! I’m working on that!! It’s such a joy to share time with you and Desi!! I hope you have a wonderfully blessed & happy holiday season!! Sending love and prayers to you and your family!!😍😍😍🙏🙏🙏🎄🎄🎄
Your goodwill is absolutely amazing
Merry Christmas to you and Desi !
I came to the USA at the age of 12 due to the fact the sulphur mines where my dad worked got in fire and we were all displaced and were refugees in another town . My mom wanted to be with her son who was living here . So here I am 50 years later. I love my country but I also love this one just the same.
Dear Little Poet. I've been watching your vlogs for about a year. I'm just not one to comment much and watch You Tube for entertainment purposes. I just wanted to let you know that I enjoy your content very much. Being an animal person, it's very obvious how special and important Desi is to you. It speaks VOLUMES about the kind of person you are. Your vlogs relax me after a stressful day at work (and life). So - Thank You Little Poet -- and your little dog Desi, too. I think you're both wonderful. I will continue to look forward to all your future content. Merry Christmas. I truly mean that.
I also married a man I didn’t love. I knew as I was walking down the aisle it was a mistake. We divorced a year later. Even some of my closer friends don’t know about him because I am ashamed of what I did
Susan, we love you so much and we care about you too. If you need sponsored ad for each video, add the sponsored ads. We're here to be a part of your life.
Merry Christmas to you, and of course sweet little Desi, When you said you didn't have a filter, I remembered something my Dad said to me when I was about 17, I grew up in a big loving family, the eldest of 7, who sometimes felt rather put upon, and at the same time lonely, and as a teenager, butted heads with my Mom. one day, after some unpleasent words came flying out of my mouth, my Dad looked at me and said, "There seems to be nothing between what enters your head and comes out your mouth, you might want to think about that"! Wow did that hit me, as Daddy never scolded or raised his voice, but when he spoke, we listened. I still, at 83 have to check myself. I have never heard you say anything I would consider wrong, just the facts of life, which for likely most of us, is a roller coaster of joys, pain, worry, sadness, it's called life, and always good to share.just keep being you! We love you!
God bless you Susan
Not everyone knows that I have 9 siblings, we have lost 4 to illness.....I am # 9 in line and am now the caregiver to my 70 year old brother who has cancer.....I just turned 73 in November. I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year.....
Your story of marrying the man you weren't in love with made me reflect. My first love was with a high school sweetheart of 4 years. He went into the service & I was devatated. I went on to meet my husband & 52 years later are still married. I will always have a special place in the heart for my first deep love & still think of him. But I know God led me in the direction I was meant to go. Two beautiful daughters later, 2 gorgeous granddaughter later & 2 amazing grandsons, I am very blessed. I love your channel & your beautiful music & gently story telling & I really love sweet Desi. Merry Christmas & many blessings to you & your family!!
I would say concentrate on the positive comments you've been given, which is many more times than any negative comments you receive and that will bring things into perspective. You know what they say"you can't please everyone". 🌲🎅🤶Merry Christmas Susan & Desi, we love you❤
Oh Susan, I'm so glad you do sponsors. I hate when people ask to sign up. I have at least ten favorite utube people I watch. I could not possibly join them all. Some even say they have special days to chat with those that sign up. So that makes me feel left out. No, I love the way you do it. and I have tried some of your makeups and love them.
I admire your holiday spirit for decorating and celebrating. I have chosen to downsize from all the years of doing that for others. Now my time is spent for me and what I need. " Less pressure and less expectations of what I need to provide for others. I have found my joy in gifting to those in need, not decorating my house. This is what truly makes me happy around Christmas. I listen to myself and not society's expectations. Each year can be different, unique, and joyful.
I was there! My first husband, the father of my 3 kids had left me before the third was born. I was devastated and frightened. Then along came Hal. He loved the kids and he loved me. And I respected and liked him a lot. So I married him. After all, I wasn’t likely to have another chance. Who would want a woman with 3 small kids? Our marriage lasted 10 years. He was a very fine man but I was still in love with my first husband, my high school sweetheart. Thank you for your videos, Little Poet. They mean a great deal to me. Yours, Sandy
Susan, you are such blessing to us all who see your videos. That "Desi" is so cute! Wishing you both a wonderful and blessed night! Till next Saturday stay safe!
❤ Love Desi in hat. Thank you so much for showing your treasures.
Facts on me.
I love thifting makes me feel I win prizes.
I love buying my friends calenders for Christmas makes me feel they can think of me all year.
I love collecting quotes you gave a great one on love.
I hope to finish a ebook called the joy makers club and you for sure are joy maker. ❤😊
My daughter was about 3 or so when she she cried getting out of the car after seeing ET at the theater, she told us "ET can't find his way home!". I will always remember that time.
Also, I am a bit like you in that I say what I feel. I have never thought things improved by staying quiet. I don't lie, I don't pretend, I just pour it out. This has had me in big trouble sometimes but, I just can't help it.
I am rather quiet person, and yes I can be alone. I am not a joiner, but I will be the first one to say hello and take over some cookies.
Merry Christmas, Susan and sweet Desi! I hope your holidays are beautiful!!
Love your transparency, in this video, especially.
Susan - A lovely warm video. May you and Mr. Desi and your family have a wonderful Christmas ⛄🎁🎄Many blessings and much love - Judith 🎤🎭
I have watched many of your videos and I admire you however the older I get I’m more lonely I feel lost I don’t know where I fit in. I don’t feel needed or wanted. I lost my Sister my best friend and a husband and my fur baby. All my family is gone. I have a Son that lives far away and a Daughter that lives a mile away they don’t text me or call I don’t know how to live and don’t know what to do. I don’t have money that I can do anything but I have so much love to give but no one to receive it. My Mother beat me my husband beat me and I have never felt worthy. My faith in God is what keeps me alive. I appreciate your honesty. Gods blessings on you ❤
Do you have a church nearby? They might have some good Bible Studies.
Oh gosh you have had such a hard time. I’m from a little village called Knott end on sea in England. I true had a Rudd childhood ..always ran to books to escape. I think u will find yr tribe . Try library..volunteering..work at food bank. Set yr boundaries..don’t let people bring you down. U deserve so much more. If not now when ..sending big hug…I can do this .love ❤
I’m not sure if this will resonate with you Susan, but a few years ago I read that staying busy is a trauma response. Gosh, that hit me like a ton of bricks because I knew it was so true for me!
My Mom could never stop being a workaholic lest she remembers a thought or a painful feeling I don't mind because I know why she does it. Guess what Mom I could feel your pain anyway Love you Mom
Hugs to you@@teresaskinner5401 🤗❤️
Merry Christmas! I enjoy your channel so much.
I wish you, Desi and your family a wonderful Christmas and New Year. The one thing I learn from watching your videos is...because of your sincerity and truthfulness, I cry! Each time you talk about something which touches my heart, I begin to cry my heart out. There are similarities with our lives and when you mention about watching films, alone, brings back memories which I had forgotten. The loneliness so many of us feel, makes us realise that we need to reach out more. Escapism is needed from time to time, but connecting with our loved ones is important too. It is difficult sometimes too, to reconnect, because of family issues, but try to keep the door open to reunite. Stay peaceful and forgive and forget. I always enjoy your videos. You tell the truth and this can resonate with me so often. You make your videos from your heart. They are just right for us to watch! You do what is right for you Suzi. We all love you. Your humour and sincerity is very much appreciated, especially in these times. Love to you and Desi. X
😊 ❤ I absolutely hate fake influencers you do your sponsorships genuine and with class and sparks my interest to buy the products you feature. I love all the makeup, house products I use 💗😻💗 you featured.
I was married one year after you. I knew it was a mistake but felt it was too late to cancel. I shook all the baby's breath out of my bouquet walking down the aisle 😅 It only lasted 5 years but I had my son who I'm so thankful for...and now I have 2 beautiful granddaughters ❤ Don't worry about the sponsorship critics...most of us understand and are supportive of why you do them ♥ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and Desi 😊🎄 and thank you for being a special part of our lives 🙏
What I love about your channel is you keeping it honest and real. I just hate it when I watch other channels and they are always selling something even when they don’t use that product.
Btw…I cried during my entire wedding on my 2nd marriage…I knew I was not marrying him for love but I was too afraid to speak up. It ended after about 4 years. No more marriages for me. I just don’t think it is the right fit for me.
Give that sweet Desi a kiss for me…he is just adorable.
Merry Christmas to you and Desi! I so look forward to every weeks video, the sponsors don't bother me at all, it's your channel and I keep coming back for You!!! When I'm out of town or get busy, I still make time to watch because it means something to me that I need.... whatever message you may have or hear your laugh, a good friend is what you are to so many of us.
Thank you so much for your honesty. I have never said this ever, I married a man I didn’t love because he was a good man like you did. I was married for 23 years and no it didn’t last and it’s terribly sad it hurt him and our children.
I was married in my junior year of high school 1963. We have just celebrated 61 years together. I’m now 78 and my husband is 80. Ups and downs thruout the years but our love sustained us thru it all.