1. At Home With Rick: Diary of an Introvert Living Alone in the UK
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Just pottering about the house and trying out a new video format idea. Feedback always appreciated :)
“Thanks to Sean for the idea / @seanjamescameron”
#livingalone #livingalonediaries #lifeintheuk #sliceoflife #rickvanman #uklife #dayinthelife
The way you feel about that little Japanese lady is exactly how I feel about you; I get relaxed just from listening to you waffeling about anything, whether it’s carnivore, household chores, VT truck driving or real driving around the beautiful British countryside.
When you don’t post videos for a while I really miss you! 🌷
Aww, thank you 😊❤️
Happy to see your puttering, Rick! I personally just love your drives, where you film the countryside as you drive, and share your thoughts of the day. Things are starting to green up a bit in the U.K... It would be wonderful to see spring arriving.
Yes, Rick hasn't done any chatty van vlogs since before lockdown, whilst he has travelled to places in the van with Alex but we only saw the place & not the journey. Hopefully once spring & summer arrives on a nice day he will actually get out of the house more.
I like the pottering videos. Very relaxing and it’s like having a bit of company. Going to try that decaf coffee as I drink decaf.
Rick in a van, being crafty, talking carnivore, observing the stars, trucking in VR, on the allotment or just pottering around... do it all and whenever you want and I shall certainly continue and enjoy watching. I get the living on your own as I do that 50% of my time. Motivation is sometimes something I need and your videos seem to help with that. All good. Keep doing you.
Yay! So nice to see you back Rick. Must admit I was worried when you stopped the daily vlogs on giving up sugar although understandably your health comes first but so nice to see you back. Happy to see daily musings and general pottering it’s what we all do isn’t it? 😊
I see from other replies that you did some allotments videos in the past so will seek you out in them for some inspiration on my little humble veg plot, might get some ideas.
Anyway so nice to see you back 😊
Thoroughly enjoyed that. Helped me finish my cleaning as I was watching. More like this.
Cheers Sean 😊👍
You say you don't have green fingers but the allotment series was really good viewing, i remember binge watching all that
That’s where I first saw Rick and loved the series always evolving. It was fun for me but I can imagine how hard it was for you to do all that work.
I found Rick from the same series ❤ looking for ideas when I got an Allotment.
Me too
Yes! Defo! I find your videos about daily musings the most interesting and why I have always stayed with the channel. Pottering is the best. The don’t always have to be long videos either. Just you being you is fun to watch 🥰
I really enjoyed watching this Rick, your Peace lily plant is a beauty and yes you need more plants haha, thanks so much for sharing and I love this style of vid, definitely more like this XXXX
“Introvert that misses being on camera!!”😂😉xx
I love this type of content from many different channels! Definitely want more of this! I enjoy your channel!
Great to see you, Rick! I hope you're taking good care of yourself. The coffee looks fantastic as always.
Buy a ticket to Japan, Rick. Have the panic attack, you'll survive it - and you'll have the time for your life!
Enjoyed this, thanks very much for doing this 👍
Yes please, more of general daily stuff:)
I think you need a cat Rick! My cat adopted my wife and it was such a good thing to have, she then proceeded to have kittens and now her kitten cat passed but she is still with us and a friend of mine gave me a new kitten just before she passed and she is so adorable! You have to try Rick!
As a 'dog person' I think you should get a dog!
But, I think you are indeed probably more of a cat person! :) But an animal in your life brings so much. x
I enjoyed this. Your voice is very soothing and your house and gentle activities the same.
I fond cleaning really satisfying. I totally get what you say. Its the look of the place once you have finished.
Really enjoyed that 😊 🤙
I WOULD LOVE TO SEE MORE VIDEOS OF HERBS AND GARDENING. HEALTH CARE!
Grateful for another video! I just enjoy spending time with you 😊
Love the video and so delighted to see you! I'd love to see more of these "pottering about" videos. I've been watching your videos daily as I get ready for bed and they're a happy part of my routine now!
i'm very pleased to learn about the water in your area. we have very hard water as well and problems with build up. i use just simple vinegar, or anything acidic for that matter, and some detergent. works like a charm. no extra chemicals, bottles, and expense.
Hi Rick, I have watched one of your old videos, about the Powershot Sx50 HS, I liked that video. I own two of those Powershot, sx40 and 60 great cameras.
Yes, loved the video. Besides being invested in your carnivore experiment, you are an interesting guy. Keep the videos coming as a way for us to know you are okay. Keep your body moving as you wait for verdict on the gall bladder, there is always a chance the stone breaker protocol could help break the stones up so you can pass them naturally.
Thanks for making this. It's a nice break from all the meat diet videos. I have always admired and been a bit envious if I'm honest, about your level of absolutely flawless organization and cleanliness, and was hoping you'd make a video like this someday so I can see how you do it. But you're right hat is some major OCD :), you spend more time on your sink than I do on my entire bathroom. I have to have a professional cleaner come in once a month and do a deep clean. On the bright side, I you have inspired me to keep my very tiny apartment (flat) better sorted, but it's difficult for multiple reasons:
1. I just have too much stuff in a much smaller space. There is no "upstairs", no shed, no garage, just one bedroom, one bathroom, living room and kitchen.
2. I don't have OCD (actually I do but that's a long story), in fact if I'm being honest I'm incredibly lazy and have low standards. And most importantly of all...
3. I don't have a "Steve" :(
Although if I had $1 for every time you say "I dunno" I might be able to afford one 🤣
Hi Rick
I can’t think of any other UA-camr that I would watch cleaning a sink !
You seem to have such a loyal following , I think that is purely and simply down to the fact that you’re such a likeable person.
I have followed you for over 10 years and will watch and thumbs up everything you post.
You’ve even inspired me to ‘daily vlog’ over the past few days myself!
Take care mate
Tim 🙂👍
Aww thank you 😊👍
😀Do what makes you happy and I am sure we will all appreciate you
Thanks for this update on your health as I've been wondering how you're feeling. I very much enjoyed watching you just putter about. Take care.
Cheers for that one Rick. Been following since the allotment days but your recent series has given me the motivation to give making my own videos a go. They aren't perfect but I am hoping that each one gets a little better and hopefully some people will find my job and what I do on a day to day basis a little interesting. Thanks again for everything you do and for giving me the grit to try it for myself. Dan
Great stuff, best of luck with it, Dan 👍😊
Good glad u r recording, because a day without Rick is a day without sunshine lol. Well almost, just pulling your chain :) everybody loves you. We like seeing you.
Evening Rick, lovely little video, love this format, it’s nice to hang out for half an hour.
Most importantly I’m glad to see you’re doing ok and hopefully it’ll all be sorted soon.
Thanks, Glad you enjoyed it 😊👍❤️
Hey Rick, have you ever come accross the youtube channel "Paolo from Tokyo"? I only watch his "Day in the life of a Japanese ......" Videos - they are excellent, really chilled and a great behind the scenes look at different occupations in Japan. He has recently done a train conductor, has done manga artists, video game makers, restaurant owners- all sorts! Well worth a watch and possibly right up your street.
Thanks for the heads up, sounds brilliant, I’ll definitely check out the channel 😊👍❤️
I love this style of video, it’s so relaxing to watch ☺️ I follow the channel of a South Korean lady who cooks and cleans and potters…I don’t know what it is about it but it’s lovely and calming to watch lol 😂 I really like the van driving/chatting vids too 😊
Loving these videos Rick! We always learn something valuable from you and I think that's why everyone loves you and your channel content❤ keep them coming. 🙂🙂
Speaking as an introvert, I would like to see more.
I use viakal on my sink. I might have to look for thc product you use.
Enjoyed the video, hope you do more like this. Keen to see more VR. videos too; I love VR but not many people are as passionate about it as I am. Just ordered a Quest 3 to replace my Pico 4
You’ll enjoy the Quest 3, I tend to prefer it over the Pico4 these days 😊👍
I find these videos more therapeutic. Slower pace. Like chatting with a friend. Well you are, but you know what I mean 😆
That vlogging gets ingrained in your day. You can't aviod itl😅
Thanks for the NHK recommendation, looks interesting. I enjoyed this style of vid, it was relaxing to watch. More please!
I haven't seen the Japanese woman but being honest i can't say this is the most riveting topic watching you clean your sink & do some dusting, maybe slightly more so than the video where you reheated last nights chips up in the microwave? So between this & watching you obsess over eating meat for the past two months & seeing the problems arise from that. In my humble opinion i think you need to get out more than you do when you can.
So glad to see you are ok .... I watch NHK and japanology just lovely. I also make ceramics so I guess that's where my love for Japan, China and Korea etc started. Some of their craftmanship is beyond stunning. there is a chap on you tube, Takasu Tile, who just potters about making his dinner in a tiny little house
I also watch Sean James 😀 I remember the one you two did together back in the days of the allotment and swimming pool raised beds🥦
Lovely to hear, yes Japanology is a great show, Peter Barakan has been hosting it for years 😊👍❤️
This new Small Talk with Rick series is awesome!
I recently got a Speediance home gym. It's an ultra compact smart gym with trainer led strength training programs for all muscle groups. For this introvert, it's been a fun addition to my home. And I think they deliver worldwide.
What happened to posh Rick? All the suit jackets have disappeared🤔 Keep your mums chair, even if you put it in your shed for star gazing (if you're still doing that?)
Why don't you do a real life visit to Japan? Japan is on my bucket list, life's for living mate👍
Still loving your vids🙏
Re; Your GallBladder .... My daughter (Mid 40's) had a dodgy Gall-Bladder ... Was on the list for the Op ... Kept getting inflammations that were AGONY!! ... Her last attack - She couldn't Lay, Sit, Stand without excruciating PAIN! ... She had to WAIT FIVE HOURS for an Ambulance to arrive ... Luckily they kept her IN and the operation was DONE!! .... I stayed with her at her home the whole time .. Waiting & Waiting & Waiting for that Ambulance to arrive ... Thinking the WORST! was going to happen ... Hope Yours doesn't get to that stage BEFORE! they think about the operation as the Waiting-Lists are generally OVER a year STILL!! 🤨🤔
Really enjoyed this video, I would tune in for more like this for sure 😊
Hi Rick,thanks for the NHK heads up. I used to watch it on Sky, but I've cancelled my TV Licence (for obvious reasons) Apart
from the rail shows which are great, can I recommend Peter Macmillan in the two or three Jouneys in Japan shows he did - poet and Japanese literature and culture academic. Totally spiritual and uplifting!
Yes ! Do more vids like this one Rick, you have been missed and I just love to see a man doing the washing up 😃You actually look so much better and far more relaxed. It’s your company and chats I think we all enjoy, I know I do anyway. As you have a little bit of OCD I would suggest a little dog that does not shed its hair like a cat would ( Tho cats are great too ) a pet is a great companion and takes the stress away. Look after yourself, take care and deffo more chatty vids please. xxx
Good to see you again and thanks for the little update.
One thing I found that works well with plants is to leave the tap water out for a day before watering them, because that gives the chemicals in the tap water (chlorine and Fluoride I think) time to dissipate. These are in levels that are fine for Humans, but some plants really don't like them.
I'm glad the itchy back and sides has finally gone!
Really enjoyed the video.
It’s great to see all the new content Rick, really glad you’re keeping well. I really like this format, it’s very relaxing and cathartic. Most importantly if you enjoy making them, please keep doing them 😊
Awesome, thank you!
Wow, Ted still on the sofa looking very relaxed;
Always! 😁
Glad to see your up and about puttering around. Glad you are in the system to sort your issues out. 😊
Thank you! 😊👍❤️
Rick, I had my gallbladder out when I was 17. The surgery is very routine and the relief from the pain associated with flare ups is indescribable. I remember you mentioned before that you had gallbladder issues in an old video and when I saw all the butter you were using cooking on carnivore, I was expecting a flare up.
What I will say, certainly in my experience, when you have the gallbladder out you will still have potential problems when you eat fatty foods. Without the gallbladder you'll struggle to emulsify fat and this will cause pain and discomfort if you eat too much butter or oily food generally. Another side effect, it occurs in some cases, is ongoing diarrhoea issues. This is because, I was told by a consultant, the bile that was previously stored in the gallbladder goes into the intestine and causes issues.
The key to avoiding those problems is simple, but it does require willpower. You need to avoid butter and oil and fatty foods in general. So a low fat diet is essential .The low-FODMAP diet might be worth looking at also, especially if you encounter any IBS symptoms. It can help eliminate trigger foods.
Also, I'd certainly watch this type of "pottering about" video. Very relaxing, almost therapeutic. I'll be checking out those train videos on NHK, too!
P.S. You should have a white chocolate Kit Kat as a treat!
Thanks for the super chat Antoin, Much appreciated 😊👍❤️ indeed I’ve researched the gallbladder issues heavily, it’s difficult, because I’ve discovered that a high fat low carb based lifestyle is absolutely my ticket to a healthier happier IBS-free life. I tried pretty much everything else out there including low FODMAP but nothing solved the IBS issues, hence I’m pretty reluctant to get rid of the gallbladder unless I absolutely have to. Hopefully a scan will reveal my options.
NHK world, I’m pretty sure you will enjoy it😊👍 and thanks for the feedback regarding the pottering videos, good to know
Enjoyed your pottering. 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hello! New subscriber here. I was very impressed you knew the Latin name of the Mother In Law Tongue plant . Here in the U.S. we call pottering “putzing” around. Also, decaf coffee is delicious! Lovely videos… 😊
Hello and welcome aboard 😀
I'm not ready for down blouse Rick I don't think mate.😮😂 Please keep buttoned up😂. More of these though Rick👍
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Thanks!
Thank you for your continued support, you are very kind. It is most appreciated 😊👍❤️
What is your teddy’s name? 16:11
Must I guess? 9:45
Heath cliff?
Buddy 😁
We have hard water too. We have a water softener that takes care of it. The water tastes so good you can drink it straight out of the tap. Do you have a water softener?
Only a jug filter 😊
Nice video. I personally would rather watch you gaming 😂. Always here to support you though regardless.
The W5 Oven cleaner is good, but noticed you ditched the oven. I use it for the air fryer. Sure you haven't been watching DullbetdsitBlogger's Washing Up videos? Enjoy pottering about too. Live alone. Its a skill you learn over the decades. Being at peace with yourself.
thanks for the health update. i hope the gb pain has died down.
If you find the exact name of the nhk show please, let us know, cos i don't find something like "At home with:...." . And as other posts said, keep pottering or whatever you like (not very fan of vr) cos it is very relaxing to watch you.
Found it: At Home with Venetia - it's no longer on the NHK channel, but there are episodes on UA-cam 👍
@@rickvanman thank you!!!!
Hi Rick this suits you. I always though you've got a comfy looking home there. Perhaps talking about your experiences of being an introvert would be an interesting topic. I think I'd consider myself an introvert but being ASD diagnosed I'm not sure. Nevertheless I've had a lot of social and workplace difficulties because of it. I'm probably just antisocial now but I prefer the quiet life.
We enjoyed this video much more than the cooking ones Rick, they were a bit intense. I also follow your Sean in Wales and it is relaxing watching someone do a bit of everything, more like you used to do. I think variation is the key :-)
What's up with your kitchen window, condensation?
Privacy film
I enjoy watching other people work…whether it be cleaning, crafting, decorating, gardening….everyday stuff…
Have to admit that i have watched various cleaning videos from various countries…but this is the first time i’ve seen a male doing it…i really enjoyed your video watching u do mundane tasks & chatting..i certainly would enjoy videos like this now & then.
by the way, i don't think you're an introvert. jung meant these therms to signify different things, not whether you're sociable or not. you can share your thoughts in another video. yeah, you can include some q&a while working around the house. it'll be good multitasking.
Really glad the regular videos haven’t stopped despite the slight hiccup with the carnivore series. Would love to see more of this type of vid. I’m sure you’ve done one before but could also be interesting to see a behind the scenes of your other channel, like a ‘day of work’ type thing
Hi Rick, good to have an update, I was wondering how the gallbladder thing was going:) I was lucky enough to visit Japan a few years ago and have been hooked ever since and also watching NHK Japan. Lovely channel.
Thanks!
Aww bless you! Thank you 😊👍❤️
@@rickvanman 🌾❤
Yayyyy you’re back!❤ 7:14
Enjoyed this one, very relaxing. I see you've upgraded to the quest 3, worth it?
Cheers Jack, yes, very happy with the Q3, especially with the prescription lens inserts. Are you thinking of taking the plunge?
Have the Q2, don’t know if I would get away with such an upgrade 😁 might have to wait until q4 to really justify it!
Delighted to see you back! Have been watching your Allotment series in the meantime. Best of luck regarding your health and am very happy to hear you're in the system now.
10:05 Okay, Rick if I'm being honest, at this point I'm screaming at my screen, "Rick it's bloody fine!! Go have a cuppa and relax. 🤣☮☕ Maybe the camera just isn't picking up the spots, but if my sink looked like your "before" sink on a good day I'd be ecstatic. And that wide shot at 11:29, my apartment doesn't look that nice on a good day, so if that's "untidy", I'm glad we're not flatmates, I'd probably drive you up the wall 🤣 I don't mean to take the piss, I'm just simultaneously genuinely impressed, yet also concerned for your mental well-being. :) Good show as usual, mate.
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i put on the notification bell yesterday and i'm glad i did otherwise i might've missed this video as i was not expecting it. i have to add that i prefer if you chat about little things. it's interesting to learn about life in the UK.
Love it - do more pottering please. The sink cleaning was a bit ASMR - loved it 👍
I liked that just pottering around! Bordering on ASMR.
very chill rick, this is mmy fav type of video :)
Like to see you Rick. Thanks for the video. 😀
Hi Rick, do you connect your headset to the PC when you play the Euro Truck? I have high latency with wireless connection. Not sure it’s my router or PC not meeting specs.
Yes, I found the headset works much better when physically wired to the pc 👍😊
Glad to see your back, hopefully you can keep encouraging people like me. Still havent been able to let go of sweet things. Packets of Keto Chow. Those powdery packages are filled with very sweet tastes.
another viewer suggested that food addictions are in fact due to lack of amino acids. i watched the video and expert recommended. one such amino acid is glutamine. i have it because it also heals gut lining. so i tried it again and have to say i didn't feel like eating at all, not just junk. i recently supplementing with chlorella and it has a similar effect because it's full of nutrients your body needs.
i enjoyed this video. i just speed it up if i'm in a hurry.
Hi Rick hope your getting sorted out, i was wondering if you are going to be doing any more astrophotography videos,
Hopefully yes at some point 👍
Pls keep doing. Can’t continue a day without new videos from you!
More to come!
I feel I spend my life doing dishes also 😂 I've only just noticed you have no oven 😮
I downsized last year to a table top oven, as I never used the big oven 😊👍
i share your fascination with japan. i even lived there for 3 months and learned some japanese. do you know any words?
That’s fantastic, I hear it is just as fascinating and good in real life?
Ive picked up a few words from my fascination over the years
Arigato Gozaimasu 😊👍❤️
@@rickvanman yes, absolutely amazing people. i had a ton of fun. did so much karaoke that i learned to read by myself.
When you said you were taking a break, my heart did sink. It's like when you watch big brother every night for three months and then it's over.
It sounds like you're still living the same diet, just the filming of it stopped? Is the exercise still going?
Personally I'd love to hear some topical musings on stuff in the news. I know that may divide an audience. King Charles and Cancer, gaza and ship attacks. Elon Musk and brain chips?
i was thinking and i think it's colon cancer. that's where the prostate is.
@xondominique2602 well that's certainly possible. I have an enlarged prostate myself, it's extremely common. Cancer can happen in that, but many other places. I can't help wondering why tell us so much, then stop with the exact spot?
@@AaronTheHumanist pierce morgan speculated it might be the bladder because it's possible to show up in tests for the prostate. i don't know how it works. i watch the daily mail royals and they mentioned why the exact location of the cancer is a secret. it was something about avoiding intrusive health advise and inquiry into the king's treatment choices because he's know for his alternative inclinations.
Why haven't you a love ?
I prefer to be single
Potter away... i potter myself... it's nice to witter at the same time...
Was the friend Mr Cameron that has moved to Wales ? :) I've been keeping up to date with his move and followed him nearly as long as I have you Rick :) he seems like he is happy to be back in Wales.
Yes indeed, we often chat on the phone. In fact it was he who suggested this format 😊👍
@@rickvanman thought so :) , yes I like the format it's different and I find it a good watch