Life Without My Dog
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- Опубліковано 5 жов 2024
- I talk about 6 changes I have made in my 60’s to lead a better life.Stress, makeup, a frame of mind and diet. I also showcase two beautiful light décor items that I received to review...a blooming Bonsai Tree and Birch Branches with Berries, I fell in love with their quality and beauty. This is a sponsored video and I thank LightSource for sending me these beautiful items. I have only done 2 sponsored videos in 2017....the product has to be something really special for me to bring it to you in such a detailed way. Also, My neighbor’s dog Gidget stops by to look for our angel Cooper...she was Cooper’s best friend. I try to show you the rain and changing leaves of November in Michigan. I love you all and I hope you all have a great weekend-end, xxoo Susan
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Your apartment is absolutely beautiful, Susan. I love your twinkle lights. It makes me want to decorate my home that way! You have excellent taste in your color arrangements. I hope that you are doing well. I know that Cooper was a part of your heart. We all love you and thank you for sharing these videos with us.
I'll bet it was very comforting to spend time with Gidget - that was nice of your neighbors to let her stay a while. She seems like a sweetie. Your videos are so artistic and beautiful - I definitely feel a sense of grace and peace about you. I loved the poem about the bonsai tree too.
I am blown away by you, your content and your spirit Susan! Its funny that I feel a beautiful connection to you... like a sister I never had. I am honoured to now have you in my life. Till next video x
You touch my heart, Karen....I am so glad you found me :) and I'm so glad you are here...
I cried at the end not seeing Cooper jump in the chair with you. I hope you are doing well Susan. I've been thinking of you as we recently went through the same loss. I hope when you are ready you find another sweet animal to love. There are so many animals out there that need good homes.
I know Diane.....I have heard from people who know of beautiful animals that need a Mom....I will adopt again and I like to think I will be given a sign when the time is right. I so hope I don't make people sad here....but overwhelmingly so, I feel we are healing together. I have never felt closer to the women here than right now. I will try as might, to do the right thing....I have a lot of love to give a four-legged friend...my love to you, Susan
You will know when time is right. I didn't feel my heart was ready. My neighbor called and brought Chloe to me. She brings me so much love. Mags will live forever in my heart but there is always room for more love to grow. You will know.
Sweetheart I so agree with Diane. When I had to let my little Sassi go I thought I just couldnt make it. But these two little girls just knew how to heal my broken heart. oxoxo
Keep your spirits up - another sweet angel will be happy to come into your life. I got my greyhound when my first dog was sick and she's with me now that I lost my Sedona my second dog - don't know how I could have made it through without her. I know God sent her to me just at the right time.
I miss Cooper jumping on the chair with you. You are an inspiration to all of us. Thank- You
So good to see you smile, Susan! The video made some very good points about being in your 60's and older. I am 65 and I think of myself as just beginning my retirement, and being still in the "young age of old"....My Aunt Nene use to say at 65, "I'm not old!" She would pick up her 95 year old neighbor's daily newspaper and carry it into her house for her. Sure enough, she was walking from her house to town & back, when she was 90, and lived until she was 94. That daily walk is what kept her going. BTW, I don't think any of us will ever forget your Cooper. He was so special and we loved him! XOXO
Oh, Susan - thank you so much for this lovely video. I know how heartbreaking the loss of your beloved Cooper is for you. I've felt it, too - time softens it, but they do leave their paw prints on your heart. ❤🐾
Another lover of twinkle lights here, too, and your home looks just beautiful. Nature helps us to remember that all living things have their/our season. I, also, envy the young couples I see, just beginning their lives. We had our time, and you help us make the best of where we are now. God bless you, and maybe you'll find, in time, another wonderful furry companion who needs you. (Ginger is adorable!) Thoughts and prayers, Rosemarie Yonkers NY 🌹🐶❤🐾🍁🍂💄🌻
Such beautiful words Rosemarie :)
I do love your decorating style. You definitely have an artistic flair that I appreciate. When I think about it, the reason I love your channel is because you don't just talk about beauty products. You're very relatable. Today your video reminded me of something I read on Pinterest; Nothing is more beautiful than a smile that has struggled through tears. Hugs to you.
Hi Susan, I am so sorry for your loss of Cooper. I know how much you must be hurting, and I could feel that pain as I see you trying to be brave for us, your viewers and admirers. If it was within my power, I would bring him back to you. I wish I could find the words that could give you the strength and comfort that would help you get through this hardest part. You were should a perfect and loving mommy to him and he loved you right back...more than life itself. I cried when I watched this beautiful video that you posted today. Take care sweetie, we ALL love you so much. You are truly one in a million and deserve so much goodness and love in your life. Please take care.
oops, please excuse the typo. Where I typed..."you were should..." the word "should" was a typo. I am sorry, I should have been paying more attention. I hope you are doing better each day. Cooper is watching over you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nj
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I miss Cooper ❤💚💜💙💛
I miss him too....beyond words....my heart aches
Wow, I still feel your pain dear Susan. I know you are trying so hard to come back to life without your beloved Cooper, it will take time, but you shall persevere. The video was great so just keep on keeping on! xo
I have always had twinkle lights up year round myself. They make me happy too! Your tribute video to Cooper was wonderful. Our pets do bring out the very best of us and saying goodbye is always difficult. God gives us such a huge capacity to love them. Looking forward to going through my 60's with you and rose hip oil! (: Have a blessed week!
Hi Susan! So cute your little furry friend coming to visit! I love the lights. It is such a small thing but so fun to warm up those long evenings. You are such a treat to watch and another great video. Thanks!
We loved Cooper! and miss him... We also Love You!
Look at that face!!!!!!!!! I love your doggie!!!! What is his/her name?
Omg... I stopped eating carbs 60 days ago & I no longer have knee pain & I have so much energy & I also lost 20 pounds!! 60 years young...YOU just started living... have fun, enjoy yourself each day! ENJOY LIFE!
This was beautiful! I could see that it must have been difficult filming this without your beloved Cooper. He's still with you, and always will be. :) On the subject of staying current, I love my UA-cam subscriptions that keep me informed of all the new products out there and I appreciate greatly the time, effort and expense of demoing them for my benefit. Lately I've found myself striking up conversations with other shoppers in the cosmetics aisles and we share tips and tricks. But the strange thing is when women my age (late 50's) or a bit older tell me they don't care anymore about how they look and don't want to bother with makeup at this time in their lives. I'm struck by this because that was me for the last 6-7 years. I didn't have to wear it so why should I bother? But a few months ago while cleaning out my bathroom linen closet, I pulled out my makeup bag, unzipped it and found a pitiful few very old blush compacts, a BB cream well past it's prime and a few eyeshadows that I never liked but didn't throw out for whatever reason. I looked at myself in the mirror and decided right then to chuck the whole lot of what I had, which wasn't much, and start over. I went shopping for new cosmetics and because my skintone, texture and with way more wrinkles now in the picture, I was literally starting over from scratch. It was fun for the first time in decades to shop for makeup! Mostly because I was now buying it and wearing it for ME, not to impress anyone else. I look at it as a form of artistic expression. The best part of this story is when I was shopping at a thrift store, I found a chrome desk with a glass top. It had a metal pullout for a computer keyboard. I bought it and turned it into a vanity with all of my new makeup in clear lucite trays on the pullout drawer. I then added a lighted makeup mirror and now do my makeup, facials and both morning and evening skincare routines at my new vanity instead of leaning over the bathroom sink in poor lighting. :)
I love fairy lights too Susan, I have them in my kitchen and bedroom as well as my sitting room! I have lamps everywhere just like you as well. I love your videos and I’m working my way through all of them gradually 🌹
Another wonderful video. Susan, you have a real flare for decorating. Your home look so inviting. I think of you often during the day. See you next Friday.
We all miss Cooper so much, Susan. Thank you for touching our hearts with this beautiful video. Your sensitivity and strength are inspiring, really!
I think I'll do a video on what I do differently in my 60s, too! oh, pretty lights! I hope you have a wonderful weekend, my friend...take care...love, Jeanie xxooo
I love you Jeanie so much...I have missed you. I have to PM you....thank you so much for what you wrote me....it had me in tears....my love to you always...take it easy on your back....love, xxooooo
This 60 year old totally agrees with you. Keep current, and get out and shine your light. Love and light.
Seeing you on that chair without Cooper just cut through my heart. @18:10
I remember how hard that time was...Cooper was a my beautiful blind boy,,,
my Dear Susan...so good to see you.!!!it was a breakthrough Friday today,..you did amazing.....you came with your poetry...that humbleness that I love in you...You showed your strength..life has to go on...and it has to be without stress....still look for a beauty that is out there...and no...we do not have to be rich to have things beautiful...I have lived by this rule all my life.....it keeps your feet on the ground..your head out of the cloud ....and you breathe that fresh air outside...looking at the trees...look far out...to the stars and say...I am still here...to see where am I supposed to be....Lets do it...lots of love...your Jana xoxoxo
Thank You Susan, Greetings and hope you are doing well. Miss seeing Cooper. Love the lights as well make your home cozy and inviting and warm. You do a great job decorating xxoo
Like everyone else, it's extremely sad not to see Cooper, so glad to see Ginger visiting you! Cute puppy!! Take care!! We love you........and your positive, encouraging personality!
Gosh, there was so much within this video I don’t know where to begin with my comments. The one thing I’ve learnt even turning 50 is that no matter how old you become you can still be an inspiration to people no matter what age. I loved the lights you were sent they look awesome. As for stress and anxiety, I love to walk, film edit and capture the world around me; plus being welsh I feel a half hour of singing is a really great tonic for anxiety. Have a great week, I’m the first to comment yeah....
Great video Susan. Tough times. Have thought of you this week stay strong. See you next week 💕
Love and hugs to you Susan. Lorie
Thrilled that Gidget stops by to check on you! I’m sure she misses Cooper, too....as we all do. xoxox
Gidget is so adorable....she is 3 years old but looks like a puppy....Cooper loved her....he was smitten around her!
Whenever I feel sad, nervous or upset I always mentally picture "one" leaf flowing down a small waterfall and then down stream over the river rocks and out to a rushing river, ebbing and flowing just like life. . Your "leaf" in the water is still right now but, it will be traveling the river again. You have been in my thoughts and prayers this week. You are loved ❤️🙏
I've always loved your lights. They are, much like you, delicate, romantic and very special. I'm also loving that bonsai and trying passionately not to buy it. God bless Gidget, and Cooper for sending her to give you some comfort. Hugs, my friend.
Twinkle lights add so much warmth and atmosphere in a room. They are not just for Christmas! I could see that you are still really hurting Susan. I am sure, this is the hardest thing you have gone through in a long time. I admire your strength. You are an inspiration to me. Hugs and love from me to you!!
We just want to feel like we still matter. xo
Amen Lynn
Thank you sweetie today November 4th is my 65 birthday. I made it. Had neck surgery 7 weeks ago. Recovering hands are numb. But I am still looking ahead. Good to know I am not alone.
Have a blessed week.Jan
My dear sweet Susan.
I know this was a very painful step in your life losing Cooper but please remember you are never alone.
We allove and care about you so very much.
I know this video could not have been easy to make but as usual you did a fantastic job.
Sending lots of love and hugs your way
Live Julie xx ❤❤👍👍👍👍👍
You are so beautiful and brave. Its wonderful to see you smile even when we all know your heart is broken. Gidget is sweet, and I am sure Cooper will send you a special someone when the time is right. The lighting is lovely, the branches would be perfect for Christmas decor too! I too love BB creams, perfect for this old girls face. I love MaryEllen, will have to look up Marlene. A beautiful video. xoxo Marjorie
You have been so good for my soul. I am slowly healing and trying to rejoin the world. Baby steps! You help more than you give yourself credit for. And as I am trying to take an interest in makeup, I have to know, what the dickens does BB stand for?
Beauty Balm maybe, not really sure. its lighter than CC cream ;-) Hope this helps!
Oh Susan... it's so good to see you being you again....a big hug to you Sweetie..🤗
Hi Sues, we have twinkle lights around the porch and we’ve always called them our happy lights. Hoping you have a gentle week, my friend. Hang in there.
Beautiful video as always Susan. You are so right that you don't have to be rich to have a wonderful life, it is the way you travel though it that makes our lives wealthy. Lots of love to you 💕💜💕
I agree with you Sues about every one of your points. Feeling connected is so important. That's one of the many reasons I love teaching. The connections I make with the kids, parents, teachers, and staff bring so much joy to my life. I really believe teaching is the fountain of youth. Truthfully, I never want to retire. I get anxious when I spend too much time at home too. My grandmother was current until the day she died. She knew everything about pop culture. She loved to watch American Idol and knew all of the singers and all about their lives. I just loved talking with her...we would talk for hours. Boy, I miss her every day! I know this must have been a tough week for you. I have been thinking about you and our precious Cooper. He was a sweet soul that I will never forget. Love you Susan...Laura
You have always been my beautiful angel.....I am so glad you are here Laura....
I too have been on more of mostly a plant based diet (sugar free, no complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, etc) for the last month after discovering I have an aortic aneurysm at 4.5 cm. Too little, too late maybe but I won’t go down without a fight! I am so sorry to hear about Cooper and wish your heart peace. You are truly an inspiration and I just love your gentle nature and your videos!
Nice video, Susan. I so missed seeing Cooper jump in your favorite chair with you. He has come to mind several times this past week. Take care; see you next week.
You look so sad, I wish I could be there to hug you. Love you , Lv Dee
Susan, So glad to see you. So glad you have your neighbors dog. I love all the lights in your house. I like anything that lights up. Prayers my friend. 🙏
Lovely decor, thank you for sharing. I too love Rosehip oil thanks to you. Have a wonderful weekend
I read somewhere recently that the way to stay young is to have friends of all age groups. Staying busy - you're so right! That definitely keeps you young! Gidget is beyond adorable! Love and hugs!
Gidget is a pill....that is why she was Cooper's best friend......what a pair they were!!!
Hi Susan! Thank you so much for the lovely mention on my video. I love MaryEllen and that video is truly inspirational. Love your twinkle lights, your birch branches with lights, and the bonsai is gorgeous! Simple carbs add pounds to me just by looking at them! I know what you mean about branching out; I'm in two enclosed bubbles: one in my classroom and one in YT. I need to follow your suggestion and get out more. This was another beautiful video, Susan! Sending you tons of love and hugs! xoxo Marlene
Thank you Marlene for being here and thank you for making that great video. You tell it like it is. I know just what you are saying about making our world bigger and getting away from the bubbles. Working a full-time job and doing UA-cam...oh my goodness....it's a lot...but alas, a labor of love and paying things forward....which your video reminded me of. Have a great weekend and thank you again for inspiring me so.
xxoo Susan
Susan, you have inspired me since I first started. Like MaryEllen said, this video must have been very difficult for you to do, yet here you are inspiring and encouraging other women. You are truly beautiful inside and out! Hope you have a wonderful weekend! xoxo Marlene
So true the smaller our world, the bigger our anxiety and depression. The bonsai tree light was so beautiful. Gidget looks so sweet. While it was so sad to not see Cooper, I like to imagine he was there with you in spirit. Thanks for the tips on enjoying the 60's. Two more years and I'll be there!
Hi Sherry :) It still feels like Cooper is here....when Gidget came over she just went to sleep in Cooper's bed. I have not the heart yet to take it away. I just can't. My love to you....thank you for your kindness and support Sherry :) xxoo Sues
Thanks for another beautiful video Susan but I cried at the end without Cooper jumping in the chair, you are trying, God bless and love the lights! Latresa
Trying really hard to not mention Cooper too much while you're healing but wow I miss seeing him with you. Gidget is adorable
Cooper is here in spirit! He is missed but not forgotten. Beautiful video as always!💕🌻🍂🍁
I'm twinkle light lover. My Grandfather did the same as yours. It's just pure magic. They change my mood for the better. I often saw his face light up when he put his lamp on. It's a 100 year old Gas light. I never put it on. I don't need to it shines. And it's a piece of him. It's has 3 layers of glass protecting the flame area. I love cleaning it. Love to you Susan XxX 💖💗💝
Darling, Susan, You continue to amaze. Staying true to yourself and your purpose, you brought magic and excitement in the wonder of life and it's simple pleasures. Simple abundance! I want to have what you are having! B 12! Susan, I went through some tissues at the end of your video. Seeing you at the park..looking out the window, without Cooper. And then saying Come back and see me. Tough. I love the Bonsai Poem. I am writing it down to give along with the lighted Bonsai Tree to a very special girl in my life who had lost her way and is transitioning back to joy. I love you. You are showing us how it is done.
The lighting looked great. It adds such warmth to your home.
Oh, the emotions you must be feeling when you sat on the bench and chair without your precious Cooper. You can still be thankful for the sun shining and a beautiful life, however, there must be a hole in your heart for your dear Cooper. It was such a bittersweet image. Thank you for sharing your Cooper with all of us. Blessing and peace to you.
The twinkle lights are beautiful. Sending heart felt hugs and love you way, Susan ♥
Susan, It is so great to see you. I know how hard this must have been for your. It was a beautiful video. I did tear up
at the end we all miss your beautiful Cooper. I will be back next week to see you and Cooper's little picture in the
corner.
Barbara
Susan, I love you. You break my heart.
Twinkle lights are magical. I once taped all the Christmas lights all around my bedroom ceiling. My Father came in my bedroom & saw what I did. I had to take them all down. It looked so pretty with all the colors. I have lots of lighted pumpkins for the Fall season. I also light a candle which I only burn during the Fall & Winter. For some reason I just don't burn candles during the Spring/Summer. I liked the rose hip comment, so funny! Stress does mess you up! I used to look much younger. The more pain & health problems I have the worse I look. I'm trying my best with lots of good skin care. Less is more is something I strive for. I'm always trying to declutter my home. I cut way down on holiday decorations which was number one. Less makeup is better. Your so right about the carbs! I've been eating more cards the past two weeks & I feel worse than usual. It sets me up for eating more junk & carbs. It's like heroin & I eat more. I have to try to get control of my diet. Your videos always make me think. My world is very small. My knees are bone on bone & my right knee just collapses without warning. I've fallen 4 times in the past two weeks. Not only does it hurt my body but makes my knee even worse. I can't get off the floor either. I have to crawl to the recliner in my bedroom & try to haul myself up. All this weight is hard to lift. The more this happens the more I'm terrified to move. I live in fear all day. You make me feel better. You look just beautiful with curly hair, straight hair & an updo. I know it must be so hard making a video without Cooper. It's so sad to see you in the chair without Cooper. I just started crying. Love you Susan, Lucy
Oh my gosh, Susan. This was exquisite. I even cried a bit in your heartbreak. Big hug to you.
Thank you, for all of the videos you've made.Thrifting,shopping ,cooking,( love your quiche),makeup and skin care,etc.You are a warm and wonderful person and yes, I will come back.❤️
I Love twinkle lights too. I am so sad you no longer have Cooper. I know the pain of losing your Best friend. I'm so sorry. Hugs to you.
Thank you for your recommendations. I ordered the branches with lights as a pick me up. My husband has severe depression. At times it is depressing being a caregiver to a depressed person. My heart still hurts for you for losing Cooper. Thank you, again, for a moment of light. Love and prayers.
" some days are better than others" so profound! I turn 60 this month on the 17th. I feel a lot younger I'm happy with my life but need to change some things so so hard to change.! So so hard to change. Take care. Your like church!
Right there with you with the magic of twinkle lights. I just turned 56. A few years to go, and sort of scared about it. But you are living proof that if I take care of myself, enjoy life's beauty, and give and accept love, then I will be just fine. Susan, you are such a sweetheart. Denise
You are so sweet Denise :)
Susan, I was very happy to find you here this afternoon. I'm also happy because you seem to be moving through your painful days. My heart is still aching for Cooper. I have to tell you, though Cooper wasn't literally beside you in the chairside window, my heart saw Cooper there with you as always, and as always he will be. Thank you for allowing me to know and love Cooper.
I LOVE twinkle lights! you can never have enough. I buy them after Christmas when they are about .79 cents! My roommates & I have 3 of the Bonsai Tree lights. 2 in clear & 1 in red with yellow centers. The soft light they give off is just beautiful. It's so relaxing. I highly recommend these lamps for their beauty & ambiance, and like you said they are very affordable. Thank you Susan for sharing the changes you have made. I really need change in my life. I'm 59 1/2. I want 60 and beyond to be new & fabulous. Thank you for this video, it encourages me to make changes now. Hugs & love to you. xoxo
Thank you for this uplifting reminder that being mature is a new chapter not the end.
The lights are so you. Thanks
Hello my friend,,I have missed you
Absolutely beautiful video, Susan. I too love lights and adore the light flowers you showed. Thank you for your honesty and transparency. I find you so peaceful to spend time with. I am so sorry for your loss of Cooper and the pain that loss brings. I will continue to pray peace and comfort for you. Love and Blessings, Laura
I also miss seeing Cooper jumping on the chair at the end. I just had to put down my dear sweet dog yesterday and the pain is excruciating. I have debilitating chronic illness and she was my only source of happiness. I love your beautiful videos and sense of beauty. I see your beautiful and sensitive soul in you videos that give me a sense of comfort.
You are the reason I have added twinkle lights to my life. ty .Life isn't going well now but now my twinkle lights make me smile too...as do your videos.ty for your kindness too
You are truly such a beautiful soul and I am so glad you are here....and I don't even know your name..but I know your smile.
Ruth
Everything is so pretty and how blessed we are to be able to see light. I love twinkle lights too...That Bonsai tree is gorgeous and loved your message about it. Very true...Keep smiling...♥️♥️♥️
Oh Susan that was so brave and touching . You made that for us all and it shows what a special person you are x All of the things that you spoke so beautifully about I feel the same as you my friend . We truly are a special group of people , drawn together by you Susan . I didn't see you sat on your own because Cooper was right there beside you . Big hug from Wendy in the UK xx
You have two dogs? They are beautiful!!! What are their names!!!! Black & White!!!
Hi Susan , what a lovely way to start my week with a message from you 😀 . I have three dogs all together , the two on my profile photo is my golden retriever Harry which I hope you don't mind me saying , looks very much like your dear Cooper 😘 The black dog is a working cocker spaniel called Charlie and he really suits his name . Always very busy . We also have Molly whose another golden retriever . There my babies know the children have left home . Hope your starting to feel a bit better . Sending love and big hugs from UK . ( I to love sparkle lights haha ) xxxx
Dearest Susan, you are such an inspiration, I have been hugging my little dog even more this week, I cannot stop thinking about you It’s so nice to see you😊
I love twinkle lights and have them all over my house and I have a thing about lamps as well. You made a great point about what they represent, thank you for pointing that out!! And the analogy of the bonsai tree, wow, so beautiful. Thank you for bringing so much light into my world❤️
Hi Susan, this was a great video. I am on a tight budget as a student teacher right now, but twinkle lights are definitely something I can afford. I would love to add them to my home decor. Thank you for making another youtube video, Cooper is missed. I grew to love Him! You are my favorite Susan. Take care, Vivian
Our dear Susan, this is an excellent video and you’re a doll! I’m so sorry about Cooper-I had a sweet Great Pyrenees who lived to be 14 1/2 and I missed her terribly. I never miss a vid, but I don’t comment enough. XO
Thank you Eileen....it means a lot to me to me to read your words :) Happy weekend to you xxoo Susan
Oh Susan. You have been on my mind and heart. I lost 2 babies (fur) last year within a few months of each other from cancer. The pain still runs deep. Our other baby being so, so spoil....More than before if that is possible LOL. I totally agree with you about our worlds getting smaller. As we are now my mom's 24/7 caretaker my world has really shrink. I thank God for UA-cam. You and others are now my connection to the world.....No regrets. Mom is 93 and my husband and I are more than happy to care for her at this stage of her life....
Hi Susan, gosh it’s so good to see you again. I think of you often and hoped that you are doing well. I cried because I miss Cooper. Life is about changes, nothing stays the same....sure can be a struggle to embrace change. I don’t care how seasoned we are. You are so calming....like your twinkle lights. I love twinkle lights too. I recently bought the magazine with Tom Petty on the cover. Best concert I ever went to. He was so charismatic! A beautiful soul. That was such a sweet story about you and your Grandpa. Thank you for sharing your life with us all. You have a wonderful blessed week! 🦋💙
I'm sending you so much love!! I was in tears at the end of this video. 💕
Oh no, Kim, I don't want you to be sad. I will try harder next week to make things lighter....my love to you, Susan
Oh.. Susan. Don't try harder to make things " lighter" If this video was the first video on your channel someone happened to come across.. They wouldn't know.... But we whom have come to feel you are a 'Friend' that we look forward to visiting with every Friday.. Well, we can't help but feel sadness "with you." It's not that you were morose in this video.. It's that you have blessed us with your video's, your wonderful stories, your unique gentle spirit, etc. Speaking from my heart.. I have shed tears over a dog I never knew who was an angel to a woman on UA-cam that I will probably never meet. But it MATTERS.. I don't know why. But it matters. I am 61 years old..... It' doesn't have to make sense...
I've been feeling this way myself Grace...you said it so eloquently. Unfortunately when I try to express myself, I sometimes over express my thoughts, if that makes any sense, and it comes out weird :(.
Who would have thought that "visiting" someone on youtube weekly who you enjoy going "shopping" with, listening about makeup and/or skincare and how it sucks trying to date after divorce. And of course, who was generous to share her beautiful, sweet dog, Cooper with us, we would like to call a friend, even if it's someone who'll you'll probably never meet, but you feel you would/could be friends if there wasn't the distance. When you are hurting, we who have had a strong bond with a fur baby, hurt along with you. I know there are some people who don't understand that...because when I lost my sweet dog a little over a year ago, a couple of friends who never had pets, didn't and couldn't understand why I was so upset. Anyways, sorry for blabbing too much again...
LittlePoet Oh no! One of the things I absolutely adore about you is that you have such a tender, loving heart! It was just obvious how hard this week was for you. I appreciate so much your vulnerability and honesty. I'm sending you so much love!! 💕
Good that you are interested in so many things I truly hope I don't get stale in my 60's I will be 62 in May, sending you hugs
Morning Susan, A perfect way to start my day, early sunshine, a hot cup of coffee, and a new video by Susan! Thanks for the inspiration to de-stress and enjoy life. I love those lights! I cannot wait to see how you rearrange your bedroom. It will be gorgeous! :D Susan, have a nice weekend, Lots of love, Julie
As another woman said in her comment - also I teared up when you in the end of the video jumped up alone in your chair watching the outside world. That moment was a lovely trademark of your videos and I'm going to miss Cooper badly in that significant scene.
Today is a new day and I wish you all the best and many blessings.
Gita! new picture....you make ,y heart sing with your smile....
Hi Susan,you know,its plain to see your heart is in bits.Even though you are smiling through.It will get easier.Simply just be,for now.♥
Another beautiful video Susan, it always makes me smile when I see you’ve posted a new video. Your home certainly reflects you and your personality, just beautiful! Thanks, have a great week! 🤗
Hi Susan I love fairy lights they are magical ! Life is about finding your happy and lights and colour seem to assist with that, your home always looks warm and inviting, have a lovely week x
I have just subscribed to your channel. I turn 60 next year and have been feeling rather scared!! I know it's silly but that is how I feel. Your advice for women in their 60's is comforting and has given me lots to think about. I must say how fresh faced and youthful you look. Love your home,it looks very cozy and comfy 🦋🦋
Lovely, lovely Little Poet...you speak so beautifully with your camera. Thank you so much for reminding me how important lighting is in our life. You inspire me with each and every video.
You’re so right, Susan, it’s so important to stay in the loop! I too have this last three months sworn off carbs (going full ketogenic in fact) and I very much feel the benefit. For my anxiety levels I find the practice of mindfulness really helps ( though I’ve been a little slack lately ; time to get back on the wagon, especially this time of year when the wintry weather gets me a little down! Xxxx
Pls don't stop making videos. I look fwd to seeing you and learning about you. Pls don't go away
Your channel makes me happy❤️❣️
You make me very happy! :) xxoo
Lovely lovely Susan, everything you talked about from diet to connection to diversity resonated with me. You are such an inspiration. I hope that during this difficult time with the loss of your beloved Cooper you find comfort knowing that your UA-cam sisters love you and support you.
Thank you for saying that Erica....my sisters here have lifted me up and reminded me that love never dies....it live son in everything we do.....thank you Erica for your kindness...xo Susan
Susan: YOU are a shining light in so any lives! - Love ya girl!! - Barbara
I love lights & lamps also....I'll be turning 64 on Nov 23rd and I vow to reduce my stress...relax...enjog my cats...I still work but I'll relax on my days off...Thank you for the video....
My Sweet Susan !!!! I rushed home from work tonight I just knew you would ha e a video waiting for me ♡♡♡ What a beautiful video you had and you are being so brave , you have a blessing coming your way !!! I have been taking a Vit. B Complex for about a yr now and it has helped me also , as u know I am 72 and got to keep up with you 50 and 60 Chick's ! !!! Your new lamps are so pretty , I love the both ....OK sweetie will end this for now , take care and I love ya ! Glenda
I am so thankful and grateful you are still here with me Glennda...you pick me up and give me so much faith and strength....November...are you ready? Happy weekend to you! xxoo Love, Susan
Susan , I want to send you something special , I need your P.O. Box # , please !!! Luv ya !!! Glenda ♡♡♡
Susan, your videos bring me so much peace and happiness. I love the way that you blend music, nature, beauty and words. I've heard about you for so long and I'm now sorry that I waited so long to come check you out and subscribe. I really loved this video! Your bonsai tree is absolutely stunning and the Birch branches are beautiful as well. Your home is so magical with all those twinkle lights!
Some things that have become much more important to me as I've gotten older (I just turned 65) are positivity, gratitude, staying connected with and appreciating the beauty of nature, volunteerism, spirtuality and a strong sense and appreciation of self. I have a really hard time staying connected. I live alone and I love solitude but, like you mentioned, too much of a small life creates problems. Unfortunately, since I retired in 2008 and moved to a new state, I have had a major problem making new friends. This keeps my life much smaller than I would prefer. But I've done a lot of volunteering in those nine years and I am a Big Sister/mentor to a young lady who is now 12. ❤
P.S. I think it is important to make a distinction between simple and complex carbohydrates. I don't do well with white bread for example. But I love complex carbohydrates such as brown rice, fruits, vegetables and such.
You are so beautiful and kind Sheri.....I am so touched you found me and you take the time to tell me about your life...it means so much xxoo Susan
Good Morning, Susan! This video spoke to me in so many ways. I feel lots of the same things you so about turning 63 soon. You have reminded me to get more connected to women my age and get involved. My world has gotten smaller since Wendell passed. I keep saying I am going to join a yoga class and now I just found a nice one which I will join soon. How nice that Gidget comes over to visit you. I'm sure she misses her best friend Cooper, too, as we all do. I love the Bonsai tree with the lights and the little white lights you have around the house give it such a cozy feel. I hope you have a wonderful Sunday, my friend. Sending love and hugs, Colleen xox
I am so happy to see you Colleen....you are so special......I hope your new week is a good one...it means the world to me to see you again.....
I am so glad to see that you are doing ok. Your apartment is so beautiful, you have a real talent for decorating. It's so warm and inviting. Sending you a big hug!
Dear Susan❣ You touched me deep in my heart. You are a good girl❣ And I love you❣🙋 Petra from Germany
I love what you said, " you don't have to be rich to be surrounded with beauty, you just have to keep your eyes and heart open" Susan, you inspire me so much, more than you know ! Thank you so much for being such a neat person, so open, wise and genuine! I can't wait to see your newly decorated room! I love the Birch branches and lights ! PS: I'm going to town today and find twinkle lights. Thank you for sharing ! And what a beautiful song at the end. I love your videos !
HI Carrie.....I realize that I will have to ask some neighbors to help me move my huge bed. The irony of that is rich....lol...perhaps I should buy a smaller bed. Cooper loved that big bed!!! I think someday if I adopt again, my that bed might be just the right size.Silly thoughts I suppose. But I want to brng in those birch lights...I think at night they would be very warm and comforting to me....thank you, Carrie, for being my friend here...it means the world to me and I hope your weekend is a good one xxoo Susan
I love fairy lights as well. I have them all over my condo! They make me happy. Always love your videos Susan! I’m so very sorry about Cooper! I’ve lost several fur babies in my lifetime. I now have Harley 🐩 as my little companion. 💖🐩
Susan, you are a brave and strong soul . This couldn't have been the easiest recording for you .
I too get this pleasure from the tiny lights in rooms . It's hard to explain though you get it .
Glad yo hear your going yo rearrange your bedroom . Why not do your living room too ! I rearrange each season. You will be simply amazed how good it will make you feel trying just a different direction ... A fresh beginning .
Sooo true to stay current , not the same old same old . It's ok to look back and recall but we need to live in the moment of now .
Big hugs & 'Angels on your shoulder '
Tahoegal,
Sandie
Dear Susan, I don’t usually leave comments, but I always watch your videos. You have such a beautiful soul and you are a passionate and vibrant woman! You bring something unique to the shallow beauty world on UA-cam and this is the reason why I like you so much! This must be a very difficult moment for you and I hope that soon you will be able to find some peace after the loss of your beloved Cooper. Our whole existence is a continuos series of adjustments and we have to learn to dance on the shifting carpet of life, as things never stay the same.… I know you have lots of grace and you probably dance beautifully! You are strong! I am sending you my love...Monica