Cheers to 31 🎂 living in Britain, life lessons + other ramblings
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- Опубліковано 1 чер 2024
- I celebrated another birthday in the UK! I'm so old and irrelevant! This week I wanted to sit and chat with you guys about what's on my mind lately and other personal ramblings..
0:00 what are we doing today
1:41 everything is a learning experience
3:28 recovering people-pleaser
7:45 comparison is the thief of joy
11:33 mini rant about George
12:16 life motto
14:43 messy 20s
15:41 sappy
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Hey! I'm Alanna - a thirty-something documenting my life as a Canadian living in England.
I share the ups and downs of an expat living abroad and what it's really like living in the UK. It's not always easy, but there's been so many wonderful experiences, too. I post a UA-cam video every Tuesday plus an additional video every Saturday on Patreon + YT Memberships. I also livestream every Wednesday and Sunday at 5:30pm GMT/BST on Twitch.
Alanna x
I don't understand why anyone could dislike you, you're such an honest cheerful person who brightens up our week. Happy birthday Alana.
I completely agree !
I don’t understand how anyone could get angry with you. I wonder if these critics are just deranged cowards who hide being the anonymity of the internet. I love watching your videos because they’re joyful inoffensive witterings that brightens my day. Thank you for posting. You bring happiness to far more people than anger.
yes, a lot of idiots out there hiding behind the internets :/ .. usually angry teens, who are well behaved when people see them!!
- the worst are those that ** cannot search ** to find the answers to their rant!!
Full agreement. It's bizarre - why on earth would people want to take time to watch these videos and then slag off the creator because of prejudices?
We come here for a bit of light relief and we are well served.
@@MrFlazz99 there are a lot of brainless idiots out there, usually anguished teens and older stuck inside with others...
30s is the best decade - you start to have money, experience, confidence, whilst still being physically youthful!
31, wow! I always presumed you were much younger than that. Happy Birthday and many happy returns
Seriously, she looks closer to 13 than 31.
31 is so young 😢 you don’t realise how young it is until you hit 50 !
Happy birthday by the way Alanna 😊 🎂
@@meatfruit1123 31 is young, but 50 ain't bad nowadays!
@@meatfruit1123 Not for women, 31 for a woman that wants a kid that very late, u know there is this thing biology
Coming from me an American who has been following you, please do not take someone else's opinions to heart, you are a sweetheart and I am glad to hear from you about your experiences
Alanna, we love you stay with us for as long as you can, and Happy Birthday 😊
Girl you look amazing!!! 31?! You’re killing it
Happy birthday YOUNG lady. Long time till you get old
Happy birthday Alanna. 31 years young.
I remember a business mentor saying you've not made it until you've got haters as you're getting noticed!
Sorry you have bad days.
Love your quote. Unfortunately too many people live for others and not themselves. But being the black sheep of my family for decades I would say that. I've always done my thing. Life is too short not too!
Anyways keep rocking young lady!
Thank you for being so open and being yourself. Cheers to another lap around the sun.
Thank you! 🙏
"Cheers to another lap around the sun".... that's the best way I've ever heard the sentiment put! 🙂
"Don't go changin'... we love you just the way you are!" 🥰❤
I think a lot of UA-camrs don’t realise they’re part of the entertainment industry. There’s no finished version of us. Given enough time, all events are both good and bad. Happy Birthday and thanks for the thoughtful fun🎉
People are strange, keep being yourself birthday girl 🎉❤
As a 70-year-old, let me say I wish I'd learned these lessons when I was 31. You're doing great, keep up your good work! Yes, life is messy, that's the joy of it. And feel free to say, "This is not who I am. This is not what I want." without apology or explanation. :)
I couldn't agree more.
I’ve lived in England all my life and it’s very far from perfect. It’s nice to hear your perspective as someone who’s moved here from Canada. Ignore the hater’s, they wouldn’t dare say to your face, what they write online.
I applaud your vulnerability and honesty. Thank you for being you. Your quirks and attitude are refreshing and inspiring! ♥
Happy birthday.
I was wondering when you'd post next since I've became British this month. This Canadian is now a brit. It helps when I watch your videos since you say phrases I've forgotten, and it's very nice to be reminded of back home. I don't often comment.
It's nice watching your stages in life.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEAR ALANNA! Thank you for all your wonderful, heartwarming content! 🎂
Thank you so much! ☺️
Happy birthday Alana from a uk born (bristolian) naturalised canadian (mississauga) now living in Germany (frankfurt)
31 you are still very young,many happy returns,i turn 60 on Thursday,now that is old.
No it's not. I turn 70 this year and still feel young.
@@jacketrussell that,s wonderful,wishing you many more years.
Happy Birthday to you! I turn 60 this year too! I feel both really old and still quite young... at the same time ;-)
@@MagentaOtterTravels it is a strange feeling isn,t it.all the very best when it comes.
@@stevenharland556 cheers!
Being grateful for the good things we have is a great lesson and a good reminder to people. It’s refreshing to hear someone on UA-cam not making out that their life is perfect and talking about their experiences of life as a whole. I hope you are still doing adventures and naps when you are in your 40’s and looking back at what you learned in your 30’s. I think people enjoy your videos because you come across as a real person. Other UA-camrs who don’t mention their crappy days and only post the good stuff can actually have a real negative effect on some peoples mental health whereas your videos have a positive effect. Happy 31st Birthday!
& still looking fantastic❤
Very good to see a video where you open about the truth of life, no matter who you are, how you behave, what you say there are people who just will hate you no matter what. There is too much hate these days, online or offline..
excellent the couch is back we missed it and of course the bin men turn up every time the couch appears. Happy Birthday to you
Happy birthday 🎂
Your infectious energy, and the occasional dad jokes, are one of the highlights of my week. I actually miss you when you don't post.
Haters are gonna hate, and they hate to see happy people the most.
The world needs more people like you ☺.
Much love ♥ and many happy returns
Happy birthday, and super pretty even more!
The Internet, the good, the bad and the ugly. You chose it.
*_"Youth and Beauty are The Biggest Gifts You Will 'EVER' Have; Both To Give And To Make The Most Of..."_*
*You Do ... and You Do...*
_Happy Birthday_
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Your honesty and rawness in this video are much appreciated, as are all your videos
Thank you so much 😊
🎉🎈🎂 Happy Birthday, Alanna!
You're such a thoughtful and natural communicator it's a pleasure to listen to you 😊
Thank you Alanna, you're so true.
Happy Birthday! 🎂 You're not getting older, you're getting better. Celebrate. 🍾❤
We need some epic yorkshire puddings video for being 31. Stay happy and stay being you.😊
Well done for reaching 150k subs Alanna. I'm glad I stumbled upon your little channel all those years back, thanks for letting me share in the fun along the way. I look forward to see what the future holds. 😊
Happy birthday. I enjoy your fresh and natural presentation and your quirky sense of humour. Keep it up.
Happy Birthday to you. I always look forward to your “Lets go”. Your enthusiasm, humour and insights cheer me up every time. Keep on keeping on. Xxx
I’m 39 in a few months and 40 next year and that still blows my mind . Many happy returns 🎉😊
Just remember, not actually in your 40s until 41!
@@hairyairey no need to be pedantic
@@daylightdies7194 and take away all my fun in life? 😂
Many happy returns Alanna. I love a ramble..lol
I'm 58 so at 31 you're still young..and the one thing I've learned is that we never stop learning. Thanks for another fun video and I hope you are having a brilliant day😀👍
I’m just a 70 year old Englishman living in Cheshire and I think you’re wonderful .. ❤️🇬🇧🇺🇸❤️👍
Catching up on video's.
I want to wish you a belated Happy Birthday Alanna 🎂 I hope you had a fantastic day.
Wish I was still 31 😅
Think you're awesome/endearing
31? A mere child!
My sentiment exactly! If 31 is old god knows where that leaves me! 🤣😭
I see it like this ,no one in life is perfect, even you .
But we are who we are , and thst is more precious ,than any money amount could buy.
And the ones who try to hate are most likely needing a hug ,more than yourself .
Happy birthday lovely lady you brighten our day. We don't stop playing because we get old, we get old because we stop playing. Just carry on being you. It's only when you realise that each one of us is crazy in some way that the world begins to make any sense. Be who you are and say what you think because those who matter won't mind and those who mind don't matter.
Happy 31 birthday from the UK😃
Every now and again for about 5 years, I've said something to the effect of, "Welcome to the UK, Alanna, thankyou for choosing to stay here."
Now that you have been here for 8 years, and that you are 31, I think we all can agree that you are now essentially a local!
31? Happy Birthday! Don't sweat it. I'm soon to be doing the same, for the 2nd time! (For those that are bad at math that's 62) I'm happy that you've managed to weather the storms that come with a somewhat public life. In your role you've gotten to meet the worst of society, but hopefully some from the good side as well. You've learned that the notion of all people being good at heart is just a myth &, unfortunately, that the average person is not that nice at all. I'm so glad that you've learned to not internalize those hater's comments. I for one love to see that smiling happy Canadian face and I look forward to when your videos come out. Perhaps some of that is that you are a fellow North American living the Expat life, my life since I hit 35. I'm glad for you that you realized your dream of living abroad at a much younger age than I did. Keep enjoying it, keep the positivity flowing!
Happy birthday. Enjoy your corner, you deserve it.
30s are scary on the approach but SO much better when you get there. They are the years you can practice some of the resilience you necessarily had to build up in your 20s and enjoy a little stability even through rough waters. You are right, there are waves a comin', but you will be SO much better prepared to ride them when they do. I have gone from being people pleaser to being "selectively direct when necessary", and it is SO empowering. Remember, there will always be assholes. You don't have to waste your energy on them. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us Alanna. Enjoy being YOU!
Happy Birthday!
I moved to 🇨🇦 when you moved to UK 🇬🇧. We are very close in age. I am from the UK. Your videos helped me so much and made me laugh even though the moves we had were the opposite. You are so great keep doing what you are doing and sharing your wisdom.
Original, Intelligent, Amusing, quite simply SUPERB! keep on doing what you are doing.
Thank you, I enjoyed the video, it is good to hear real thoughts 40 years ago I was approaching my 29th birthday. It was playing tricks with my mind, making me worry about my life and " achievements". 40 years later I can tell you it is all tosh. Of my class at school a third are already dead, some didn't make it to their 30s. The best you can do is love and be true to yourself. Surround yourself with those who love you and return their love. The nay sayers have no power over you, ignore them. This isn't a rehearsal, live the life you want and above all else enjoy it. By the way I found my 30s to be a lot of fun, much more fun than late 60s ( though they aren't too bad, just the body is struggling)
You’re a lovely person and I’m really enjoying your stuff. Happy Birthday mate!
Many happy returns young lady! Keep doing what you do, we love it. Ignore the trolls.
As a well known Brumie comedian once said ' If someone is giving you grief and getting on your nerves, just imagine them sat on the toilet... you can't take them seriously after that!'
Happy Birthday Alanna 🎂. Here's to another year around the sun however you choose to experience it (where you can of course). The haters will indeed hate, but you live your best life - we are but privileged to share some of the adventure with you!
Alanna, you are not old, you look great. dont worry about birthdays, its only a number. xx
30s are the best! You have good experience of life yet still retain your youth. Its the sweet spot!
Happy birthday 🎂 poppet...here's to many, many more! 😊✌🇬🇧💖🌼
Getting old? You're still a baby. Love you and what you do. Happy Birthday
Happy-Sometime-Around-Your-Birthday-Time!
That was a really nice reflective 'chat' over breakfast (for me).
It's great to hear how you have grown into being yourself and found your place in the world - but also an honest acknowledgement that it is still a work in progress, and that some days are better than others.
At just about double your age, I would divide my life so far into 7 distinct phases (number 6 being mainly absolute pants, but with lots of opportunities for learning and growth even then), the current one being mainly (but not entirely of course) stress free and calm.
Here's to sharing your journey for as long as you want to have us along!
Happy birthday!❤ At 31 you should've realised life moves fast. I'm 48, a long backstory that I'll save you from hearing. Almost everyone makes the same mistake, they look to the exterior, things outside yourself to aid you. Often, we never listens to ourselves, we don't trust ourselves, we look for someone to support a thought. Look yo yourself. I found turning off the lights, TV, phone, everything, and just "realise" for a while. You are already finding its better to be yourself. Things are there to convince yourself that you need them, religions, courses, practices...
I've been deliberating over doing a channel. I'm 48 but friends are saying I write good comedy (it actually just comes out my mouth, then I write it down lol). I have plenty to say, quite opinionated. I also love Japan, sadly called a Nippophile, oh really it is ffs.
This morning (I was drinking Coffee too), you inspired me to stop deliberating and do. Thank you, you are welcome here. In a strange way its your ancestoral home so you have every right.
"Disgusting trash goblin" 😂😂😂😂😂😂 That made me laugh out loud
Great video Alanna! Hope you had a great birthday!
Thank you!!
Been watching for years, just wanted to say cheers for the great content. Always a great insight and easy watching, and the wisdom is strangely applicable to my current situation too - cheers for all you do Alanna
Thank you! ☺️
I love your videos Allana. Straight talking and no BS. You say it as you see it and that's what we love. Not everyone will agree and that's fine but for those 'eggy' moments it's worth taking a note and closing the box on them. I'm not a content creator but I do comment on content that I think is worth while, I keep my comments respectful and I might suggest things that might be worth a change but I never comment just to be negative. Anyway I think you're doing a great job at the grand young age of 31, I hope you had a great birthday. Take care and keep up the great work.
the peaks and troughs of life`s journey..it`s all a learning curve..so,upwards and onwards!...Avanti!!
This has been one of your most important posts..to me anywho. I just returned from a holiday where I met lots of people who were much more successful than me professionally and I have spent the last few days feeling like a complete underachiever. But having watched your video it has occurred to me that your negative views on yourself are maybe more damaging than the ones from other people. Because you are an expert on you so are more qualified to have an opinion on you. But the thing is no one will stand up at your funeral and say what a fabulous car you had or comment on how big your house was. Top and bottom of it all is that I’ve decided to give myself a break coz I’m actually a nice guy and everyone likes a nice guy. Thanks and happy birthday 🎂🎁❤️😁👍
You. Are. A. Great. Human.
Definitely do not look 31 at all !🙂 I've been following your channel from almost the beginning . You were never shy about sharing how old you are and knowing that , I still can not believe 31 ! Thanks for all the smiles and laughs you provide every week !! 😃
Happy Birthday 31 WOW, you look really good. Thanks for what you do xx
if someone has somthing horrid to say, they can watch somthing else. the 3 things has been a life saver for me. happy birthday and many happy returns! (youll be 62 before we know it)
Happy birthday!😊 I know someone who turns fifty very soon, and I had a great auntie who lived to 103, so 31 isn't old. Anyway, what you've said here makes a lot of sense.
Happy belated birthday Alanna
Happy birthday to you! As a Brit with a Canadian sister in law, I've always enjoyed your vids. Keep doing what you want to do.
Yes, we are a bit mental to "put ourselves out there for strangers on the internet to judge us"... But you are delightful and so natural and fun and funny. Keep on being you, because you are wonderful!
Happy Birthday! We all love you.
Happy belated birthday wishes Alanna 🥳 I hope you had a wonderful day 🎉🍾 "A recovering people pleaser" I love it 😂 Ignore the haters, they are just sad little people living sad little lives. We think you're fabulous Alanna ❤
We are grateful for you too Alanna!
Being in one's early 30s is a deceptive experience. You still feel young and you think that life is ahead of you; but without realising it you turn middle-aged quite quickly. By that I do not mean looking like middle-aged (although that is also inevitable), but becoming predictable and fearful of change. This transition is programmed into our genes, and one tends to realise it only when it is already over. Few people can avoid leaving youthfulness behind. But that is not something to be sad about, that is simply the way the world works. Happy Birthday, Alanna!
Happy Birthday for 3 weeks ago! Im 43 in 2 weeks, scary stuff! Dont listen to the haters, just be yourself and keep making entertaining videos x
You don't look 31. Happy Birthday. Bye the way you're gorgeous.
Happy Birthday. The UK is better for your presence. keep broadcasting your thoughts.
Happy Birthday Alanna! Long time lurker (both here and on Twitch). Thank you for your openness and honesty and I hope that the next year brings you all the happiness you richly deserve
I wish you the Happiest Birthday Lass! been a subscriber for years and loved the journey you've been on. A totally likeable character that shines when she's had a drink or 6!!! so Alanna I hope you're still making content years from now because it's good TV for me and again have a great Birthday Lass from a scottish fan!
I hope you had a happy birthday
Ha, ha. There's life after 31. I should kown; I'm 57. Happy 🎈🎂
Wise and insightful life advice. Bravo 👏 Being true to yourself is of primary importance but too few people realise it. Keep on being exactly who you are, you are a slice of joy
Wow Allana, that brought tears to my eyes, stay honest, stay strong you're are doing great.
I have always found you charming. Your videos brighten my day. Thank you.
Happy Birthday. Thank you for your time, and making my day better. xx
Happy Birthday Doll x Remember nobody lives forever so you still have a good 30 years before you decided what you want to do with yourself.
Most people on here are genuine...you look amazing your partner is a lucky guy.. keep doing what your doing
Happy Birthday! I feel like feeling old depends who you have around you.
When I was 27 I was told that I was old by someone that was 22 and we’re not very many years apart, but it bugged me quite a lot until I’m talking to people in their fifties and suddenly I don’t feel old at all 😅
I felt old when I was 22 and I worked with like 18 year olds yet when I went on a tour I was surrounded by people in their late thirties and up who basically treated me like a kid who needed to be taken care of, I was pretty shocked but it made me reevaluate feeling “old” and I do think it just depends on a lot of who you hang out with, especially when your body isn’t making things worse.
I imagine early thirties looks super young too people in their forties.
I imagine fifty year olds look young to people in their late sixties and on it goes!
Don't Worry Alana have a couple of Ciders & Chill !! Your doing fine & your not a forigner you're now one of us?? God help you & we're glad to have you you bring a smile to the day keep up the good work!!
Don't take any notice of the negative people, we love you. You are an honourary Brit. Stay here be one of us. You are welcome x
Happy Birthday!!🎉 Wishing you all the very best. Thought you might like to know that your bravery and all your videos explaining the details of how you made the move to the UK and how you dealt with homesickness etc. followed by all your various videos helped a person, more than a couple decades older than you, finally make that same move! Thanks for all your content and your inspiration. 😊👍
I love watching your videos or, if I'm busy, listening to them. You've got such a bright outlook on the UK. Keep your videos coming please. By the way Happy Birthday.🥳
The internet needs more vids just like yours. I always watch to the end so I can watch you say ‘byeeee’ ;)
Thank You Alanna!
Happy Birthday as well!
Been watching since early 2020 and it’s been a joy to enjoy your videos over the years
Thanks for inspiring. I'm a mexican immigrant living in Québec. Keep doing your videos, pls. Muchas gracias 😊
Happy Birthday, Alanna! Really approve of your attitude to life.
People being angry and nasty over a channel, that covers a broad range of subjects in a light hearted fun way, is really tragic. Some people are beyond help.
Happy 31st 🥳🍻