Leaving My Narrowboat Behind in a Secret Hideaway

I leave my narrowboat in a secret hideaway where old, vintage narrowboats go to be given a new life. but where is it and why must I leave? Sit back, relax and enjoy. Take care 🌻🦋 #narrowboat
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  • @giampaolozanetello5064
    @giampaolozanetello50644 күн бұрын

    Your attention to everything is fragile and therefore wonderful, and the poetry that materializes in your videos attracts us like the molasses you spread on the leaves and trunks. You make many people happy. Thank you.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    What a kind comment- thank you so much ☺️ I really appreciate it. Have a super weekend. Take care🦋🌻

  • @orchidhouse297
    @orchidhouse2972 күн бұрын

    I've not been too well for a week or two, so to sit and relax to this episode was truly a blessing. Thank you.

  • @incywincyspider8748

    @incywincyspider8748

    2 күн бұрын

    Hope you are feeling better. Take care 🤗

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    I am so sorry to hear that you have not been well. I really hoe that you are feeling better now. I wish you all the best in health and happiness- take care ❤️‍🩹🌻🦋

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    That is such a kind comment- thank you for looking out for @orchidhouse. Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
    @rnupnorthbrrrsm61235 күн бұрын

    I hope you have a wonderful time visiting friends and family ❤

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I really did. I am back now and so grateful to be answering your comments. Thank you so much for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @PaulWest_Videographer
    @PaulWest_Videographer5 күн бұрын

    Well worth waiting for 2 weeks for this wonderful Vlog. Have a great time visiting family and friends. Looking forward to your return. 🙂

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    That is so kind of you, Paul! Thank you so much. I am back now and vlogging again. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @RabbitingAgain
    @RabbitingAgain4 күн бұрын

    After an unexpected rush to A and E yesterday ,your lovely soothing video has helped ❤ calm the shock today from my humpty dumpty incident ,its slow beauty, educational shots and artwork are like a balm when life throws an unexpected curve ball😮 We are so lucky to have these peaceful visual treats My thanks for them ❤ and to our wonderful nhs staff who helped me so much.Hope youve had a good break

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Oh my goodness! I really hope you are ok? ❤️‍🩹 Our NHS staff are unbelievable aren’t they? Thank you for your kind comment. Take care🦋🌻

  • @SusanJamiesonKennedy
    @SusanJamiesonKennedy5 күн бұрын

    I hope my views and thumbs thumbs up help a little each week. I live for your release each week! Your videos are lovely. Safe travels from central New York state USA. Alot of your scenery looks like home here to me.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    They really, really help and I am so grateful to you for that. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @4sstg
    @4sstg5 күн бұрын

    I shall miss Alice Grace, and Zepher and her ball, and your tea making and lovely drawings, especially. And you… the canal the wild life….I have no adequate words to tell how much.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    That is so kind of you. I really appreciate your kind words which are more than adequate. I am back on Friday as I have had my time off. Thank you so much for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @irenedavo3768

    @irenedavo3768

    4 күн бұрын

    Remember to Thumbs Up 👍

  • @irenedavo3768

    @irenedavo3768

    4 күн бұрын

    Imagine someone with this Journal in 100 years! 2124?

  • @markd3250

    @markd3250

    4 күн бұрын

    Well said. Perfectly matches how I feel. Combined with her lifestyle, she and her adventuring companion are truly unique. A beautiful blessing on the earth.

  • @Grant-k7o

    @Grant-k7o

    4 күн бұрын

    Totally agree with the above comments.... An appearance on the One Show and a slot on national TV, awaits this lovely lady and her "partner in crime. "

  • @chickenlady3155
    @chickenlady31555 күн бұрын

    It's the start of the weekend when a Mindful Narrowboat video drops. Hi again Zeph!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Have a super, weekend, Chicken Lady! Thank you so much for your kind comment. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @aBoatTime-uw9br
    @aBoatTime-uw9br5 күн бұрын

    another lovely video.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much, guys! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @DottieStanley
    @DottieStanley4 күн бұрын

    Have a great visit with friends and family! Your life on your boat is amazing and I am now officially addicted to watching. It really helps me get through our Texas summer heat. I will be watching older videos you posted until you return! Thanks so much for sharing your time with us!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I am back and vlogging again, Dottie so hopefully I'll see you again on Friday? I really hope the heat cools down for you all out there.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @louisewhite9152
    @louisewhite91525 күн бұрын

    Hi Vanessa it’s only me - I’ve been really worried about you and I hope you’ve been alright. It’s just that you didn’t post a Vlog/video last week please don’t think that you have to post one each week. It’s just that I was worried that if you’re okay - I hope you’ve enjoyed this lovely weather. We’ve been having this week unfortunately in the heat my multiple sclerosis Gets really bad - I’ve been in bed most of the week to release the pressure on my spine. I have my two fans going full speed ~ and I’m staying as positive as possible - the nurse has come early with more medication so I’m gonna settle down now and watch your Vlog/video - I hope you have a great weekend and a great week next week - sending loads of love and loads of hugs as always~ Xxx Xxx

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Louise, please don't worry about me that is so sweet of you to do so though especially considering your situation; this is testament to what a kind person you are. I am back from my break and vlogging again. I really hope that you can get comfortable. Look after yourself x Thank you for your thoughtful comment. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @MichaelSmith-lb4kv

    @MichaelSmith-lb4kv

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Louise, you look after yourself. Greetings from me in Germany.

  • @rivergladesgardenrailroad8834

    @rivergladesgardenrailroad8834

    4 күн бұрын

    my dearest lifetime friend died from complications from MS. a couple of years ago but he had it for 30 years, and still did quite a lot, but was always fighting depression. take care 'only me'....

  • @TraceUK

    @TraceUK

    4 күн бұрын

    I have MS too and also struggle in the heat, though not as bad as you by the sounds of it!

  • @claremaidofthewave251

    @claremaidofthewave251

    3 күн бұрын

    @@TraceUKme too 😕.

  • @dingnextstop
    @dingnextstop5 күн бұрын

    Fancy pretending Zeph was for sale at the little farm shop Vanessa 😊…I’d have bought her instantly… she’s a credit to your love and devotion, enjoy your family break 😊

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    🤭🐾🐾 She just looked like she was on sale though! I would never part with her- she's too precious. Thank you so much for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @hooligan_56labelle22
    @hooligan_56labelle224 күн бұрын

    You post and I watch. You turned that boat around like a pro. The little farm hut was quite nice to see. Got to love farmers. Till next video have a nice time 👌 🇨🇦 👍

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    That is great to know. Thank you so much ☺️ Take care 🌻🦋

  • @RobinMuirhead
    @RobinMuirhead3 күн бұрын

    Love how you capture nature and everyday objects around you, enjoy your family time.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much, Robin! Take care🌻🦋

  • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
    @rnupnorthbrrrsm61235 күн бұрын

    Get yourself a dishing net or pool net with an extension pole, it takes up no space, it can lay under or behind a piece of furniture. Would make retrieving a ball much easier !!! It could also be helpful if Zyph needed help out. Blessings

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    That is a very good idea!Than Thank you so much for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @susanbviemeister3596

    @susanbviemeister3596

    4 күн бұрын

    @@themindfulnarrowboat there are also these plastic wands that have a cup at the end that holds a ball, specifically for flailing the ball long distances for pooch to chase but wand would serve well as scoop for retrieving ball from river. In US they can be found in dollar type store. It would tuck into your backpack (sticking out). Cheers. (Chuckit sport launcher)

  • @TheFjmtb
    @TheFjmtb4 күн бұрын

    I do wonder each time how many biscuits will accompany the tea at the end!!! Restful escape with each episode ❤

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I kept it low key with the biscuits this week didn’t I?😌 🤭 Thank you so much for watching. Take care🌻🦋

  • @PandorasBox13
    @PandorasBox134 күн бұрын

    Sat night here in the land of Oz, just tucked in and one of my fav channels posted. Happy Sat all.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Have a wonderful weekend in Oz! Take care🦋🌻

  • @StevesRepairs
    @StevesRepairs2 күн бұрын

    Thanks Vanessa for taking us along on this beautiful cruise through lovely countryside with all the views of the nature and canal boating history. Your journal as always is magical and with the artwork showing the foxglove flower feeding the White-Tailed Bumble Bee looks wonderful. Have a lovely week. Take care and all the best. Stevie

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    Күн бұрын

    Hi Stevie, thank you so much 😊 I hope you have a great week too. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @Red-ns9ny
    @Red-ns9ny4 күн бұрын

    Fantastic Vanessa ❤🥰🌹 Have a fabulous time seeing loved ones ❤💕

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much kind, Red! Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb
    @AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb4 күн бұрын

    A great way to unwind on a Friday evening. Enjoy your break. Thank you.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I am so pleased- Andrew! Thank you so much. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @TheHosscar
    @TheHosscar4 күн бұрын

    Just a tip. Peal the banana from the blossom end. It's much easier that "breaking" the stem end.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Well I never! I have been alive for 51 years and I can honestly tell you that I have been doing that the wrong way since then! 🙈😂Thank you so much for your great comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @TheHosscar

    @TheHosscar

    4 күн бұрын

    I'm pushing 80 and just learned this trick about 2 years ago...... Sooooo simple!

  • @robsin2810
    @robsin28104 күн бұрын

    I pray you will have a wonderful time, with family and friends. They are so important in these troubling times. Looking forward to your safe return to Alice.🙏👍🇦🇺

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I really did- thank you so much ☺️ Take care🌻🦋

  • @leftymadrid
    @leftymadridКүн бұрын

    Always a treat! So many wonderful things to see! That farm shop says so so much about the people there... So honest. Much respect. Even when wet everything looks so beautiful. Thx so much❤

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    Күн бұрын

    Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

  • @sarkybugger5009
    @sarkybugger50094 күн бұрын

    Lovely video, as always. The close up of the greasy gears tickled the engineer part of my brain. Enjoy your break.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I had a wonderful time away- thank you so much 😊 I filmed me doing the engine check today so that will tickle the engineer part of your brain too! 😃 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @michaelhiggins7365
    @michaelhiggins73654 күн бұрын

    I very much enjoyed this one Vanessa. Saturn has had a lovely rebuild and its so n8ce to see her heritage preserved and to see her still hauling cargo. I wish you luck in finding that elusive pink moth. Sending you all my very best from Avondale, Arizona .

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Michael, the work that is done restoring those old boats is amazing isn’t it? Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care🦋🌻

  • @karensmith9662
    @karensmith9662Күн бұрын

    Hi Vanessa, I love that you are interested in the “resilient” plants and give them attention! Living in the dry southwest of the US, drought resilient plants are my friends in gardening. I spend a lot of time capturing rainwater or carting in mountain stream water to help them on! “Relish the rain” indeed!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    8 сағат бұрын

    There are some powerful plants out there aren’t there? Thank you for watching. Take care🌻🦋

  • @michw3755
    @michw37552 күн бұрын

    The bumblebee on the foxglove was such a treat as are your videos, have a lovely break & see u next time 🥰

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much; it is always lovely to see the bumble bees enjoying the flowers. Have a super week. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @paulmclaine6413
    @paulmclaine64132 күн бұрын

    Enjoy your time with Family Vanessa , I was never one to visit relations , maybe they were happy about that. That Farm store was unique in these times. So trusting and believing in honesty is rare. I miss the English rain as the rain where I am is like warm water. That Bee lives a colourful life , almost magical in the plants he gathers from. You are such a lovely Lady Vanessa and It's the English in you that is differs you from other girls of the World. That was another Gem of a Video. Be safe young Lady.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    I'm sure your relations really missed seeing you, Paul. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super week. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @carlfama140
    @carlfama1405 күн бұрын

    Haven't seen you on here for ages.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Perhaps you have missed my vlogs coming out somehow? I only had last Friday off. Thank you for watching this one. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @glennclarke9787
    @glennclarke97874 күн бұрын

    Great vlog Vanessa .Hope we find you good. Enjoy your time with those who are close to you.Perhaps we will see you next week.Stay safe xxx

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    You will see me next week as I am back now. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the weekend. Take care🌻🦋

  • @lydialen6881
    @lydialen68815 күн бұрын

    Such a lovely video and I found it very touching. Thank you 🦋 xxx

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much kind, Lydia. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @bishopkinlyside8477
    @bishopkinlyside84774 күн бұрын

    Hi Vanessa, thank you once again for the wonderful video keep up the good work. Don’t scare off too many people you’re such a beautiful looking lady with heaps of character. Lots of love from Australia

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    What a kind comment- thank you so much ☺️ Take care🌻🦋

  • @MrLangDog
    @MrLangDog3 күн бұрын

    I came for the canal cruising and stayed because of your talents. New sub!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    That is so kind of you. Thank you so much for becoming a sub too. Have a super rest of the weekend. Take care🌻🦋

  • @nafcd
    @nafcd4 күн бұрын

    and out here we have strawberries..... and a labrador. that struck me as very funny. 😄😄

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Snap and snap! Please pass an ear tickle on from me to your Lab. Take care🦋🌻

  • @shirleyneufeld3098
    @shirleyneufeld30984 күн бұрын

    Love Foxglove, Bachelor Button survives here during our winters, I saw an unusual moth and will have to Google it, thank you again in showing nature in England! The moth is called Great Spangled Fritillary😊

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    What a wonderful spot that must have been. I am yet to see any fritillaries! Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care🦋🌻

  • @dnewnova
    @dnewnova3 күн бұрын

    i guessed foxglove and bumble bee ,garden is looking great ,have a peacefull time with friends and family take care

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    Great guessing! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @KissedSomeFrogs
    @KissedSomeFrogs4 күн бұрын

    OMG! Alice Grace is going to sink! Bananas on a boat! Bad Luck! 🤣🤣🤣 Enjoy your holiday from your holiday!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Is it bad luck? Oh dear 😅 I always have bananas on the boat! Thank you for watching. Take care🦋🌻

  • @butchbinion1560
    @butchbinion15604 күн бұрын

    Amazing!. ✌🏻👊🏼

  • @mecat62corner55
    @mecat62corner554 күн бұрын

    Hoping you enjoy your lovely break with family and friends can't wait for the next adventures 😊

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    It was a super break- thank you so much 😊 I’m back on the boat and vlogging again which is lovely too. Have a great weekend. Take care🦋🌻

  • @mommahil4323
    @mommahil43234 күн бұрын

    We thought that dessert was for you and my husband said well she is burning it off every day! glad it was for the moths tho! And the bumble bee - he was practically sliding out of the flower.... Hope your stay away went well

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    It smelt delicious and I was tempted but the moths come first!🤭 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @alisamichele5621
    @alisamichele56213 күн бұрын

    ❤Loved EVERYthing about this video... thank youuuu so much for creating such wonderful stories (along with captivating visuals) for us to enjoy throughout your journey :)))

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    That is so kind of you, Alisa. I am so pleased that you enjoyed the video. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @maryodonnell5760
    @maryodonnell57604 күн бұрын

    I'm half way in and LOVING it, also enjoyed reading the comments, you have attracted some amazing people in! Got a bit of a bump at the last one I landed on though as I think your music is amazing, and often really love it which I don't normally do with music...I often wonder how on earth you find the perfect piece and the time it must take to do so. I'm already glad to hear the break is over and it's full steam ahead...! Loving Zeph! And no skimping on the bikkies at the end please, we are all starving by the time it gets to the poem and they are well earned!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Mary, you are so kind and I really appreciate your comments. I am so grateful to have some wonderful followers of the channel. I really was too careful with the biscuits this week wasn’t I?🤭 That won’t happen again!😂 Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness. Have a super weekend. Take care🌻🦋

  • @joanb4466
    @joanb44664 күн бұрын

    Glad you are going to catch up with family friends also gives you a chance to recharge your batteries, hope you both have a great time enjoy🎉

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I had a wonderful break- thank you so much. It is nice to be back on the boat again too. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @dino00555
    @dino005554 күн бұрын

    Important to stay in touch, cheers to a great video, enjoy the time away!🐕‍🦺

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

  • @jaybowles112
    @jaybowles1124 күн бұрын

    Have a lovely summer break. Look forward to your return with more adventures.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I’m back now and it was such a nice break. Thank you so much for your kind comment. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @pilpelet100
    @pilpelet1003 күн бұрын

    Good to see you back. I missed you last week. I assume that was the visit to family and friends that you were talking about this week!! I hope that you had a lovely time.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    That was my time away, Ruth and I am back again now. It was wonderful to see my family although I didn't get to see everyone that I wanted to as I ran out of time. Still, I am grateful for the break. I hope you are well? Thank you so much for your kind comment. Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @arjanvogel6444
    @arjanvogel64442 күн бұрын

    Thanks for what you do 😇💗💗💗 love and bless you Vanessa, good to go visit your family see you when you come back.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    Күн бұрын

    That is so kind of you. I’m back again now and it was a lovely break. Thank you for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @butchbinion1560
    @butchbinion15604 күн бұрын

    Thanks. ✌🏻👊🏼

  • @robertseaman2254
    @robertseaman22544 күн бұрын

    You are pure magic and so talented you drawings are wonderfull so caputures the feel of wild nature and the poems that go with them be so wonderful to have some printed to buy ,i hope you be back soon and your adorable companion lets see you again very soon .robert

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    That is such a kind comment, Robert. Thank you so much 😊 I am so pleased that you are enjoying the vlogs. Have a super rest of the weekend. Take care🌻🦋

  • @robertbrierley7083
    @robertbrierley70834 күн бұрын

    Lovely vlog as usual watching you wind the boat reminded us of a holiday about 6 years ago on the Mon and Brec canal we did what seemed a 20 point turn with my wife on the front with a pole worse winding hole I've ever seen, Loved the bee on the foxglove brilliant photography, hope London went well ,won biscuit challenge was surprised with 2,take care.😊

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I bet the Mon and Brec was wonderful though! Congratulations on winning the biscuit challenge- it is rare that only 2 make the plate. 😂 Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care🦋🌻

  • @paulineshelley4421
    @paulineshelley44214 күн бұрын

    Hi Vanessa, it’s a great tribute to your channel that so many of us viewers miss you when you’re away. I found myself worrying that something had happened and so joined your Instagram where I saw you in London on the wildlife march 😅. I hope you enjoy your time with your family and thank you for sharing this beautiful video. ❤

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I’m so sorry that you were worried. It is lovely that you have joined me on Instagram though. The march was so inspiring. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care🦋🌻

  • @carljeffrey82
    @carljeffrey822 күн бұрын

    good stuff, Reina de Canal, have fun on your journey, draw something where you go , and write a poem. Blessings

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    Күн бұрын

    Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

  • @erbrock1
    @erbrock14 күн бұрын

    I had no idea moths could be attracted with a sweet treat (I've learned something new). We never got to see you finish off the ale (LOL). Save travels.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Well, I still need to see if my recipe will attract the moths but generally it is supposed to be a good way to see them. Mr M drank the ale🤭 Thank you for watching. Take care🌻🦋

  • @elizabethramsay2564
    @elizabethramsay25644 күн бұрын

    Hi Vanessa. Loved the latest vlog. It's great you're going to see family and friends. That's very important. I will miss you and Zephyr very much, but look forward to your return. Please know that you have helped me immensely in so many ways. I, like you, am a lover of Nature and she has so many wonders and blessings to share with us. Thank you for showing us Nature and history by narrowboat. Have a great time. Take care and stay safe. Elizabeth and Alfie ( my Lhasa Apso)

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    Hi Elizabeth and Alfie, I am back now so there will be vlogs every Friday again. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

  • @peterashton5941
    @peterashton59414 күн бұрын

    That was flipping lovely. Thank you 🙏🏻. Take care and stay safe.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    That is so kind of you- thank you so much 😊 Take care🌻🦋

  • @vanessascola4708
    @vanessascola47083 күн бұрын

    Such a good narrator. Thanks for your vlog this week. Stay well. x

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much, Vanessa! Take care🌻🦋

  • @oldmanhuppiedos
    @oldmanhuppiedos3 күн бұрын

    Hello Vanessa, I also think the stalls along the road are so cute, unfortunately there are also people who steal the money and products. Have fun during your visits.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much for watching. It is sad to hear that some people take advantage of the honesty shops. Take care🦋🌻

  • @oldmanhuppiedos

    @oldmanhuppiedos

    2 күн бұрын

    @@themindfulnarrowboat That is indeed a shame, as stalls keep closing because of it

  • @chriscm6461
    @chriscm64613 күн бұрын

    Thanks for another lovely film. This Summer has been awful so far, I'm very recently retired and trying to get into gardening....this weather is not helping😊💐. Have a great holiday.😊☀

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    It is such a struggle to try and grow anything isn’t it? Let’s hope it improves soon. Thank you so much for watching. Take care🌻🦋

  • @stevemendenhall6284
    @stevemendenhall62844 күн бұрын

    So good to see you back on you tube today and I totally understand the need to keep in touch with your family. This weeks poem and drawing were really moving love the way you show us the little things in nature that most of us would overlook like the plant that struggled to grow between steel and concrete or the bee in the foxglove hope you have had a wonderful time with your family and that I will see you here again next Friday Steve

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Steve, I have returned from my time away and it was so lovely. I am really pleased that you enjoyed the vlog this week- thank you so much for your kind words. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @shirleygreaves9650
    @shirleygreaves96505 күн бұрын

    Hello from sunny Spain, I’m on holiday, I’ve just put my wifi on and your vlog popped up,lovely see you after your break last week. What a lovely little shop and some fabulous old boats! Enjoy your time with your family, take care. xxxx

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Shirley, I hope you are having a super holiday and thank you so much for still finding the time to watch the vlog too. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @markwhitehead64
    @markwhitehead64Күн бұрын

    Hi really lovely video really enjoyed it looked lovely were you are can’t wait to see your next video keep safe 😊👍🏻ps hope you have a lovely time with family/ friends

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    Күн бұрын

    I had a wonderful time away- but it’s great to be back too. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @propulsar
    @propulsar2 күн бұрын

    What a lovely pomme Vanessa. ❤

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    I am so pleased that you enjoyed it- thank you so much for your kind comment. Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @jennyfulcher8035
    @jennyfulcher80354 күн бұрын

    Wow! Your roof-top garden is growing like gangbusters! And the Honesty Farm Shop had some really wonderful produce to choose from. Those Gong"mule"zlers were sure gawking at Alice Grace as you cruised by. You did a marvelous job turning Alice around in the winding (?) hole. I'm not sure I'd be able to do it myself. It looks a lot more challenging than parallel-parking a car. I hope you have a great 2-week visit with your family and friends. Take good care, Jenny p.s. And you drew another masterpiece of Whitetailed Bumblebee in Purple Foxglove and the Trivattate Marsh Fly in Nettle.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Jenny, oh dear it is sad news on the garden front as I have returned to my boat following my break and it has all withered to leafy dust!🥺 Apart from the fender garden that has happily taken care of itself. I am doing plant surgery all weekend now in the hope that I can save some of it. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care🌻🦋

  • @jennyfulcher8035

    @jennyfulcher8035

    4 күн бұрын

    @@themindfulnarrowboat Oh! I'm sorry that your garden didn't fare well while you were away but hopefully you can bring them back through vigorous pruning. You're welcome too--Your artistic skills have grown considerably over the years. Jenny

  • @NarrowboatWill
    @NarrowboatWill5 күн бұрын

    Hello mindful family.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hello Mr Will! I hope you are well? A filthy thumbs up to you from the Mindful Crew 👍Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @normanhowe-gl2tq
    @normanhowe-gl2tq4 күн бұрын

    Hey !!!! How are you???? Looks like you are enjoying the canals and your narrow boat----Zephyr looks happy----everything is good in South Carolina----wish I could say the same for the USA----we need a change and we need it NOW !!!!!! Just wanted to say " Hey"----hope all is well with you and your family!!! Keep on boating and sending your great videos!!! You and Zephyr are both a breath of fresh air-----stay safe!!!!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I really hope you get the breath of fresh air you need. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care🦋🌻

  • @jorgeblanco2275
    @jorgeblanco22754 күн бұрын

    Dear Madam: Your rest is well deserved, I hope you can enjoy your family, friends and your free time. Here I will continue waiting for your return. I wish you and your family the best. See you soon. Greetings from the other side of the planet, Argentina.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    That is so kind of you, Jorge! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @LornaT460
    @LornaT46023 сағат бұрын

    The weather is crazy there!😮

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    8 сағат бұрын

    It’s very unsummer-like. Thank you for watching. Take care🌻🦋

  • @SecretSquirrelFun
    @SecretSquirrelFun4 күн бұрын

    Fender plants are looking good 🙂

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you ☺️ The rest of my garden died in my absence from the boat though and it is sorry state of dried leaves and empty stems!🥲 Have a super weekend. Take care🌻🦋

  • @chrisabbott7458
    @chrisabbott74584 күн бұрын

    Hope you had a good break.Your nature lessons never cease to amaze me.They seem to be developing into a different theme each week, plants,birds, waterfowl, insects and so on.Is this a clever plan or just accidental? Whatever it is it is wonderful.I watched a vlog by a very well known pair last week, and it was really boring .You actually have the same number of subscribers as they do,but you are streets ahead of them in presentation, content and everything else.Have a good week.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Chris, that is such a kind comment thank you so much 😊 Where are you now? Are you off on your adventures again? Safe cruising. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @davidevanson1017
    @davidevanson10174 күн бұрын

    LOVE AND BEST WISHES,I WILL MISS YOU SO MUCH

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    I’m back now, David- thank you so much ☺️ Take care🌻🦋

  • @BoatandBikerSteve-Dave
    @BoatandBikerSteve-Dave4 күн бұрын

    Another fantastic vlog Vanessa. I got excited to see that you are on the T&M, we are off the T&M. But you might not be going SE enough 😢 Always a soft spot for you and Zeph and Alice!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much 😊 That is so kind of you. Have a super weekend. Take care🦋🌻

  • @sianwarwick633
    @sianwarwick6334 күн бұрын

    what a special midsummer journey with you and Zephyr and Alice Grace, and all the birds and bees, the plants, herbs, trees and villages. What a complete farmshop you found. Enjoy your time with friends and family. 😊

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much, Sian. Have a super rest of the weekend. Take care🌻🦋

  • @bryang6061
    @bryang60615 күн бұрын

    Hello Vanessa, I look each day to see if there's another vid, has it been two weeks? I was beginning to think you had jumped ship. Down to two bickies, I see. Checking the comments I notice you have fans across the pond, you will soon be world-famous, Another lovely relaxing video. Bryan. Warrington. Every blessing (John 3:16)

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Bryan, I only had last Friday off so perhaps you didn't see the vlog before that? I am back and vlogging again now though. I am so pleased that you are enjoying the videos. Thank you so much. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @gazadunit
    @gazadunit4 күн бұрын

    Take care to you ,and thank you x

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much 😊 Take care too🦋🌻

  • @lionelmarytravels6003
    @lionelmarytravels60032 күн бұрын

    We will miss you and Zephyr. How far do you have to travel to see the family.? If that was recent, then you have some very warm weather ahead. Have a wonderful time xxx

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    I am back now as the time that I took off has passed. I travelled to Essex and Suffolk to see my family. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super week. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @darlene9154
    @darlene91544 күн бұрын

    Have a wonderful time away. ❤

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much ☺️ Take care 🦋🌻

  • @brendafarris7590
    @brendafarris75902 күн бұрын

    Vanessa, what about a butterfly net repurposed for ball channel retrieval? Your garden is looking lovely. Sorry, I think we've trapped on the heat, humidity, and sunshine here in the USA. Have a blessed week, safe travels.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    Күн бұрын

    That is a good idea, Brenda👍 Thank you for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @KarenG.-qs7wc
    @KarenG.-qs7wc5 күн бұрын

    That crowd of gongoozlers was quite intimidating😮, sinister-looking in fact😒🙁👥👥👥👥👥👥👥👥👥👥👥😱

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Well they took one look at me and quickly left so it wasn't that intimidating for me! 😂 I think that I must smell! 🤭 Thank you so much for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @Debba521
    @Debba5214 күн бұрын

    Welcome back, you were missed! Can certainly understand needing to touch base with family and friends now and then. No one is an island. Rather thought that marsh fly would show up in the journal. We have what are called narrow headed marsh flies here in Minnesota, very similar to yours. They have such a distinctive design on their torso, almost a steam punk vibe 😊. I had a firefly climbing up my screen door recently. I think he was checking to see if there were any cuties hanging out in my place. Had to tell him no, sorry 😉. Fireflies never fail to convince me there's still magic out there. I never outgrow that hope. Hope the weather improves on your return and have a great weekend!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Debba, thank you so much for your lovely comment. It was a wonderful time away but it is great being back again. Your marsh flies sound beautiful. Have a super rest of the weekend. Take care🌻🦋

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Fireflies are definitely magical and it must be amazing to have them so close to you too. Take care🦋🌻

  • @Outsourcingideabyjahed
    @Outsourcingideabyjahed5 күн бұрын

    What a fascinating tale! I love how you make every experience with your narrowboat sound like a magical adventure. Looking forward to your next update

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    That is so kind of you- thank you so much! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @Outsourcingideabyjahed

    @Outsourcingideabyjahed

    4 күн бұрын

    @@themindfulnarrowboat Thank you very much, you will be fine, take care of yourself and always be happy

  • @Margaret_J
    @Margaret_J4 күн бұрын

    Sounds like a very good self-care plan with a couple of weeks out every few months ❤ You show us such beautiful details of nature and share such wholesome vision in the midst of this traumatic world of ours. Every blessing to you, Mr M and Zephyr and thank you for yet another beautiful vlog and commentary 🌸🦋🐾🙏

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    Hi Margaret, thank you so much for your lovely comment. That is so kind of you. I am back now and hope to have a video out on Friday. I hope you have a super rest of the weekend. Take care🌻🦋

  • @TrevsTravelsByNarrowboat
    @TrevsTravelsByNarrowboat4 күн бұрын

    I normally stop at the farm shop too. I cannot believe all the types of eggs they have, from turkey eggs to quail eggs in size. I always get 1/2 a dozen duck eggs.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Are the duck eggs nice? Isn't it great to have a whole shop like that built on honesty. I've seen many little ones along the canal but a big shed like that by the road is something else isn't it? Safe cruising, Trev! Take care 🦋🌻

  • @dreamofstorms
    @dreamofstorms4 күн бұрын

    Have a lovely break.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much 😊 Take care🌻🦋

  • @Redhill_needlework61
    @Redhill_needlework613 күн бұрын

    Another lovely vlog Vanessa, I have only just discovered your channel and have gone right back to the beginning and I’m on number 70 at the moment. I’ve ordered your book, so I’m looking forward to it arriving.. enjoy your break 😊

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much for your kind comment and for going back through the old vlogs too. Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @bondbug73
    @bondbug734 күн бұрын

    Beautiful. ❤

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

  • @rexharvey8420
    @rexharvey84204 күн бұрын

    Lovely to see your interaction with lady Zephyr who is the same age as my Lab boy Blaze. They are such beautiful dogs and wonderful companions. Love your adventures, which bring back happy momories of years long gone. Stay safe and well Vanassa and Zephyr. Love from Blaze and me xxx

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    3 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much! Give Blaze an ear tickle from me. Take care🌻🦋

  • @otter736
    @otter7364 күн бұрын

    Enjoy your vacation….see us when you get back Thanks !!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much ☺️ I am back now and reunited with Alice. Take care🌻🦋

  • @hazelduerdoth4333
    @hazelduerdoth43334 күн бұрын

    Least on the canals you can’t take a wrong turn and get lost 🤣🤣. I e been trying to email you pics of the old lock house and lock that was abandoned in 1908 I think , the lock house is quaint and very small and completely round and it’s so pretty and part of the lock beam is still there along with deep dark water that’s trapped ( it’s truly the stiff of nightmares when you look in to it ) this is part of the canal that runs though Cricklade to south cerney .have you considered putting a umbrella up for when your steering Alice ? Would be easy to attach a pole so it can stay there permanently 😃.

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    That is true! Which is good as I always get lost when driving a car. 🤭 An umbrella is a great idea. Thank you so much ☺️ Take care🦋🌻

  • @marriettecharlton2143
    @marriettecharlton21434 күн бұрын

    Thank you ❤❤❤

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you for watching 😊 Take care🦋🌻

  • @davebrunette6394
    @davebrunette63944 күн бұрын

    Very nice!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you 😊 Take care🦋🌻

  • @MarcelEling
    @MarcelEling5 күн бұрын

    Beautiful wildlife amd narrowboating❤

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    That is so kind of you, Marcel. Thank you so much for watching. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @louisecreed5460
    @louisecreed54603 күн бұрын

    Good morning,if you add flour to your mixture for the moths and bake it I’m sure it’ll be yummy for you❤️🌸🌾🌾🌾🌾🌾🌾🌾 xx

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    2 күн бұрын

    I bet it would! I might have to try that too. Thank you for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @stephenworthington8508
    @stephenworthington85084 күн бұрын

    Take care 🎉 loved your blog.🎉🎉

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Stephen. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @martystacey4429
    @martystacey44294 күн бұрын

    Safe journeys and have fun😊😊

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much ☺️ I’m safely back now. Have a super weekend. Take care🦋🌻

  • @tim.timothy.brennan
    @tim.timothy.brennan4 күн бұрын

    Take care!

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    You too! 🌻🦋

  • @nicolaj3294
    @nicolaj32944 күн бұрын

    Hi Vanessa and Zephyr, hope you had a lovely break with your family and the weather was a bit better on your return. Particularly loved the poem this week. Every time I see your lovely mug and saucer at the end that you bought at the pottery, I think how lovely it is. Have a good week xx

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    Hi Nicola, it was a lovely break thank you so much 😊 I am so pleased that you enjoyed the poem. Have a super weekend. Take care🦋🌻

  • @mickcorbett6724
    @mickcorbett67245 күн бұрын

    Amazing & V talented woman ❤️🙌

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    That is such a kind comment- thank you so much. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

  • @paulplant6486
    @paulplant64864 күн бұрын

    Fantastic vlog. Loved watching this. I was at Shardlow by the canal at the time

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    How wonderful! I hope you had a good time? Take care🌻🦋

  • @rew3103
    @rew31035 күн бұрын

    Missed you last week. Thanks for the new one 🙂

  • @themindfulnarrowboat

    @themindfulnarrowboat

    4 күн бұрын

    It is wonderful to be back! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

  • @richardterry9788
    @richardterry97888 сағат бұрын

    Will miss you Vanessa ❤