111. Can you REVERSE OUT OF A LOCK on a Narrowboat?

[@janeabbotts]

As enjoyable as always. Lovely scenery, thank you. Cheers....and hope you enjoyed the pizza...:)

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Jane we really appreciate you watching xx

[@jamesgoetsch5607]

Lots of fun this week! There was this great dramatic build up to the swing bridge in your banter, and then: utterly deserted road junction! 😂And now we know the dark truth of your vegetable thieving past!😂 Thanks for a bit of fun this morning, and I hope you guys have a wonderful week.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey James. Glad you liked this vlog. Paul is always cagey when he has to stop traffic lol. Getting better though. I always knew he was shifty 😂. Hope you have a great week and take care ❤️

[@gingermolinero8386]

Paul and Anthony I always have such a fun time cruising with both of you. Thank you for many smiles. Please pet Dexter for me

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks for coming along with us Ginger. Petted Dexter. He is very warm today bless him. Hope you have a fab week. Take care ❤️

[@kathyowens9901]

A felon! Anthony let the cat out of the bag! What a lovely cruise today, skillful my boating today.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. I knew he was shady Kathy. It is stunning today. Make the list of it: ❤️

[@catherinekitt9321]

I'm a libra too,know where your coming from paul.lots of love cathxxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Oh Cath no. It drives me crazy lol. Hope you have a good week. ❤️

[@billydale9779]

Thanks guys

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Billy ❤️

[@sandyprosser4715]

Hello boys what a hoot your vlogs are always good but today it was funny. Have great week.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you Sandy. Glad you enjoyed. We have been laughing again today re the bathroom showroom. Have a good week and take care ❤️

[@debbiemcelroy8393]

Hey guys! Just caught up on the vlog. Loved it! Well really Paul, pinching peas! 🤣. Oh nooo re the pub food incident! Not good at all. Bet the pizza hit the spot when it arrived! Love your banter, you two. Great double act. Hope you're having a good week! xxx 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Debbie. Dead shifty that Paul 😂. Was gutted about the food. The pizza really was a welcome hit. We had a good day though. Week going well. We have another wedding this weekend. Hope you have a good weekend too. Take care ❤️

[@Mistydazzle]

Ooo - I'm late commenting, because I was away! Such a delightful pleasure to be joining you for the most interesting cruise. Love the pretty tree, flowering in pink. Paul, in the olden days, pinching those peas would have gotten you transported to the Colonies or Australia! :O

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww hope you had a nice break. Glad you enjoyed. That Paul is very shifty 😂. He would indeed have been shipped off. We would never have met and never have sailed Morning Star! 😬. Nearly the weekend. Hope you have a good one ❤️

[@jayoneill1533]

Always fun to follow along with my two good friends.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks so much Jay. Always welcome too. Have a good week ❤️

[@jennymarshall8340]

I allways get excited to hang out with you guys and I tell my puppies what dexter is up to and point him out when he comes on screen, a bit of fun for everyone!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you Jenny. What puppies do you have? Dexter is so placid bless him. I bet yours are a handful at this stage 😂 . Have a fab week and take care ❤️

[@BohemianBeatster]

Another lovely day in the life, as the Beatles once sang, with you three. Beautiful scenery and nice chat. Stay groovy and stay safe.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Glad you enjoyed. Who’dhave guessed. Paul shifty! 😂. Have a great week ❤️

[@AlfieBarlow_]

Wonderful vlog to end an awful week of having an illness that won’t go away. Turns out it’s food poisoning and I have it yet again. That was quick on the Rufford branch 😅

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww Alfie. Good to hear it isn’t too serious. Hope you have a speedy recovery. Glad you enjoyed the vlog. ❤️

[@Cariboukid]

"Anthony you big snitch." Lol!!!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

🤣🤣🤣

[@cherryclark2572]

Love this one, where we learn that Paul is Indecisive and Anthony is Starving!! You guys …. 😂

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Cherry. I am not great without food lol. Paul drives me crackers with his indecisiveness. 😂. Hope you have a fab week ❤️

[@cherryclark2572]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 I am not great without food either! My hubby understands this constitutes an Emergency !!! If he wants to be in happy, civilized company this means keeping me fed! And, by the way, he is also indecisive 😅

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@cherryclark2572 I totally feel your pain lol x

[@dawndietz4654]

Nearly spit my coffee out this morning while watching! Paul with a criminal record!Stealing peas! 😂😂😂. And Anthony’s gleeful grin😁. Todays vlog was definitely a fun one, had me laughing most of the way through. All the backing and forthing, decisions, decisions oh my. You two are a hoot! Anthony you have the patience of a saint. 😂. When I was a kid I knew what I was getting at the candy store before my brother and I left the house.🍭 I hope the canals are sunny and the nature beautiful for y’all this week🌞🌸🌳. Cuddles for Dexter lad❤️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Dawn. He has a shifty look about him 😂. I am with you about being decisive. Paul drives me crazy sometimes. He just won’t make a decision. I would be like you. Made up my mind about something before I left the house. Hope you have a fab week. Take care ❤️

[@littleoldme205]

Now now lads we'll not be having any domestics on the canal 😂 Decisions Decisions 🤔 I couldnt stop laughing when Paul says we'll have a thin pizza coz we're on a diet 😂 Me and my late brother used to pinch peas from a farmers field when we were kids, we never got arrested thank goodness but we did get chased by the farmer and when we got near our house we heard a helicopter above us and thought it was looking for us so we hid in the coal bunker for ages and were covered in coal dust when we got out, then got a clip round the ear from our mam for being so dirty 😂😂 Thank you for this really funny vlog i loved it. 💙💙🐕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Janice. That is Paul’s mentality lol. Thin diet pizza. Oh he really is so indecisive it drives me crazy. Lol, it is funny how kids minds work. Can’t believe you got a clip anyway for being dirty. 😂. Hope you guys are good. We are already looking forward to next year’s Crick. ❤️

[@dorothydotson7154]

"indecisive", "precious" and a criminal! Who would have ever guessed? 😊 Seriously that should never have gone to court. Such a waste of time and money for nothing. 😕 I'm like Paul with the violence in films. I recently got Disney+ and I'm working my way through all the superhero movies. It's violence that is not very realistic and therefore doesn't bother me. I hope your weather is nice. Here yesterday was 97 and today is 73! I prefer today but it won't last. It seems like it will be a very hot summer here. Have a wonderful week! ❤️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Dorothy. He is definitely all them things 😂. It should never have gone to court, totally agree. I am also with you re the unrealistic violence. Doesn’t bother me either. Love a super hero film. Weather has been a bit off today but nice to have it a little cooler after the heat of yesterday. Hope things don’t hot up too much for you. Have a fab week and take care ❤️

[@dorothydotson7154]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Happy Sunday to you three! ❤️ It's lovely here today. Only a perfect 72 at the moment but tomorrow is supposed to be 89 and then back up to 95. 😔 Canada gave us some cool air but it wasn't for long. It could stay forever and I'd be happy. I watched two X-Men movies last night so I need to find something different for this evening but that will be easy. Hotel Portofino and Endeavour start tonight on PBS so that will be a nice alternative to superhero mayhem. ❤️ Have a great week!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@dorothydotson7154 happy Sunday to you too. Been just right today. Lovely sunny but cool weather. Even got to dry the washing. Enjoy your evening and hope the heat isn’t too unbreakable. ❤️

[@dorothydotson7154]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 😊

[@suesmith3417]

Brilliant as usual i am a pisces and very indecisive so i don't think it matters on your stat sign take care both of you .

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Sue. 😂. Drives me to distraction when Paul won’t make a decision. Glad you enjoyed the vlog ❤️

[@annewellington3696]

Hi guys, sorry it’s late watching your vlog this week, been extra busy this weekend, so at 4.30 this morning sat & caught up & thoroughly enjoyed your light hearted banter.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Anne, glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Anne. Glad you enjoyed and managed to take some time out. Have a fab week ❤️

[@kathyrapiejko6318]

Hey Guys! Loved your stories in this one! Paul getting arrested for "stealing" a pea pod!! (definitely earned street cred in my book!) & then the toilet purchase comments! Too funny! 😂 Also, that was some impressive reverse "boat driving", Anthony! Well done! Hope you've had a great weekend -see you next week! ❤🐶❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Kathy. It definitely earned him some street cred. I totally forgot about purchasing the toilet. I do tend to say what I think 😂. Am glad I didn’t mess up the reversing whilst being filmed 😬. Have a great week Kathy and take care ❤️

[@britz3864]

Now you know who your real friends are. Just too funny. 🤣

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Knew he was shifty 😂. Have a fab week ❤️

[@ruaidhrikathygill8833]

OMG! That had to be the funniest Vlog ever. I am sorry that you cracked your head Paul. I also would be extremely anxious doing a swing bridge if it was one where cars were waiting. I can’t believe you backed through a lock and a swing bridge. Indecisiveness wins the day. 🤣😂 ❤️😂🐾

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Kathy. Glad you enjoyed. I don’t like new situations either. I can’t believe I backed into a lock either 😬. He drives me to distraction with his indecisivenesses 😂. Hope you have a good week. Love from all three of us ❤️

[@CrichieB]

I thought you were taking the peas when you were telling that story. Another lovely vlog you two really make us chuckle. Keep em coming. We are away in europe for three months so if we don’t comment for a while it’s because we have run out of data, thanks Brexit x, ☮️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. He is a dark horse that Paul Crichie. Glad you enjoyed. Oh fab. Enjoy your break in Europe. ❤️

[@janescarisbrick6986]

We moved house then went away for a wedding so I am so behind watching podcasts. You really made me laugh today. Naughty boy taking peas from a field. I hope the pizza was worth waiting for

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Congratulations on the new house Jane. We know how stressful it is moving house and unpacking boxes. Me naughty?? 🤣🤣 we enjoyed the pizza xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Jane. He is a dark horse. Hope you enjoyed the wedding. Pizza was amazing but so ready for it. Have a good week ❤️

[@jacquelineryde7339]

Love your vlogs, you both make us laugh with the great rapour you have together and Dexter just walks about in his own little chilled world, love it 😀❤️❤️❤️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Jacqueline. It is important we are not just partners but best friends. Dexter is such a sweet boy. Always makes my heart melt. Have a fab week ❤️

[@lindab4028]

Paul I’m a libran too and have been indecisive all my life. So annoying especially when I then make the wrong decision! 😀

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Linda. Aww no such thing as a wrong decision. It all adds to our life. It does drive me crazy waiting for Paul to make one though 😂. Enjoy the weekend and thanks for watching ❤️

[@mandywoodall7464]

Tank you we passed owl boxes yesterday. We thought that was what they were and you have confirmed it. I have a matching head bump. We’ve been aboard less than 2 months but I’ve bashed my bead about 10 times 😂😂😵‍💫💫

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Ouch. We put a cork on the hatch to remind us to duck. 😂. Thanks for watching Mandy and have a good weekend. ❤️

[@mandywoodall7464]

A cork is now being planned have to have wine tonight to produce a cork 😹😹

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@mandywoodall7464 sounds like a good plan to me ❤️

[@shardlake]

Fun vlog, love that we get to hear you conversations :) Looks like Paul was taking the Peas again 😅

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Glad you enjoyed. Who knew of his shifty past 😂. Have a good week ❤️

[@vickieragle4130]

Great fun. Enjoyed the "change" of plans! Thank you for taking us along!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Vickie. He is such a pain sometimes. Glad I didn’t mess the reversing up whilst he was filming 😂. Have a good week. ❤️

[@glynnisross7974]

Just brilliant. No more to say!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you Glynnis. Glad you enjoyed. ❤️

[@bill6461]

Hi Paul, Anthony and Dexter. Good morning to you all, and thanks for the Parbold vlog. It is nice country round there and flat once you're past the hill. We went to the Ship inn when we down that way the other week. Fancy getting arrested, Paul, kept quiet about that. But in them days, things like that did happen. Not saying you old or out like that! I’ve been in dock once in my work clothes, and really nowt do with me, so I have pity on you😂 Anyway, have a good weekend on your travels. Russell in South Wales. So, better get on with my jobs. Cutting grass. Hope to catch up soon.x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Bill, We love Parbold too. Like the fruit cider they had at The Ship. Lol. Can’t believe Paul’s street cred went up. I remember you telling us about your court appearance. It was when you had the garage wasn’t it? Enjoy your weekend too and make sure you have a break from the jobs. X

[@bill6461]

Yes when I was at garage. Talk about being dressed for the occasion. Anyway put the judges straight x

[@carolinefiler5506]

Haha Pea pinching think we’ve all done that lol. Bit of snazzy reversing Antony loved the vlog take care

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Caroline. I know. Totally ridiculous it was take to court. Luckily the judge threw it out and obviously thought the same as us. Aww thank you. Glad I didn’t mess it up whilst being filmed 😂. Hope you have a fab week. Take care ❤️

[@leedavies3629]

Nice one lads yo Ant keep ya eye on old pea pod Paul when you pass them corn fields he cud be a cereal robber 👮‍♂️🙂🐶🏴‍☠️🤣✌️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂🤣. Brilliant Lee. I always knew he was shifty. Hope you are having a good weekend. Take care ❤️

[@mortenhjornevik2850]

Nice vlog….remember Paul the early bird catches the worm but the second mouse gets the cheese!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Morten. What a great saying. Never heard the second mouse one before. Hope you are keeping well: ❤️

[@mortenhjornevik2850]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 and it’s true…lol

[@chrishibbard6488]

I always thought that Paul had that ex-con look about him !! LOL. Good bit of reverving Anthony - well done. Have a great weekend chaps ....Chris

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

He definitely does Chris. 😂. Shifty looking. That reversing definitely tested me, had never reversed into a lock before 😬. Have a fab weekend. Take care ❤️

[@lornaeaketts-rogers2812]

Hello, that was brilliant thank you 😃All those decisions and no lunch 🥹!!! I am libra/virgo and can take ages sometimes to make a decision 😂 hope your weekend is going well ☀️🌼💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Lorna. Can’t believe we didn’t get lunch 😢. I was ravenous. Paul drives me crazy. At least you make a decision even if it takes a while 😂. Have a fab week and take care ❤️

[@dizzylizzysunflower]

Brucey bonus..haven’t heard that in years! Haha did make me giggle 🤭

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Lizzy. Blimey I guess it is a long time since Bruce was on telly. Have a great week ❤️

[@leanngoodall7602]

"It's because I'm a Libra" Paul says, and Anthony scoffs. I feel your pain Anthony!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Leann. He drives me to distraction with his indecisiveness 😂. Hope you have a good week ❤️

[@BoatTime]

Getting arrested and going to court for a few peas! Haha! That's one for a two truths and a lie 😅 Great video! 😊 lovely and chilled x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey guys. I knew he was shady! My spider senses were tingling lol. Hope you guys are good. Looking forward to watching your vlog later ❤️

[@BoatTime]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 😂😂 he’s got that criminal look about him 🤭 (joking of course!) Hope you are good too! 🤗

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@BoatTime ❤️. No he really has 🤣😂

[@JCDiamond]

I've had a very stressful week and another one coming up so I appreciate this little escape.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Oh no. Sending hugs and hope it isn’t a prolonged stressful time. Glad our vlog gave a little respite. Love from all three of us ❤️

[@ianwebb2235]

Brilliant video. We so enjoyed this. I have to say, my wife said,,,,,, in Japanese Paul looks like an English gentleman, like James Bond but Antony looks so young!!!! It was a compliment to you both,,,,,,,However, we just love your videos,,,,,,Sorry we cannot financially support,,,,since corona,,,,it is just impossible to transfer money.....Just know, we so much enjoy your videos. So, James Bond, and a young Antony, Thank you both!!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Ian. Watching our vlogs is support enough and we really appreciate it. Tell your wife we are both very flattered thank you. Thanks as always for taking the time to watch and comment. Best wishes to you both ❤️

[@kathpayne4364]

Morning guy's and Dexter, you two do make me laugh with your banter.. Loved hearing the skylark haven't heard one for years, such a beautiful sound. As always take care you 3 and have a good week.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Morning Kath. Glad you enjoyed. I love the skylark too. Always difficult to spot them though. Hope you are having a relaxing weekend. Take care ❤️

[@ireneshortt984]

Loved it , as a fellow Libran I can empathise with Paul’s decision making 🤣🤣 you made it look so easy to reverse back through that lock ,brilliant helmsman ship. I do hope you enjoyed your pizza when you finally got to eat it. Have a great week x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Irene. Oh no. Paul drives me to distraction with his indecisivenesses. 😂: Glad I didn’t mess up whilst reversing given that he was filming me . Pizza was delish. I was so hungry. Hope you haven’t been too busy this weekend. Have a good week ❤️

[@tirednsnarky9555]

So much hilarity this week, I love it! I feel faint and irritable within 10 minutes of my stomach growling so I'm in awe of how you both managed to continue cruising and getting the car before finally settling down for your meal! May your food orders never go missing again, and have a great week xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you. I totally forgot about me saying that in the bathroom place too lol. I get a bit hangry so wasn’t impressed we didn’t get food but after a while you go past it. Definitely don’t ever want our food order to go missing again. 😂. Have a good week and take care ❤️

[@janejohnson7120]

Hi Guys, any self respecting manager would have offered a free meal or discount for waiting so long. You are 2 really nice Guys and are too patient and polite. Have a good week and hugs to Dexter.🐕‍🦺

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Jane. We were a bit shocked, it wasn’t as if they were busy but we kept thinking it would arrive soon. Aww well. The pizza later that day made up for it. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@BruceDBennett]

Thanks guys, really loved it. My...my the secrets come out...hee hee. I think anyone one who has not had a brush with the law at our age has not lived. So long as the "brush" was not serious, I think though actually arresting you was a little excessive though. I was once put in a police van but released as the police realised that arresting me for driving a bike without a licence would not stand up in court, so I got a warning and had to produce my licence to the police station the next day. I was 16yrs at the time. In retrospect I think the police officer was trying to scare me for his own amusment.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Bruce. Glad you enjoyed. Definitely in our day the police were more prolific on the street. Definitely excessive to arrest him. Luckily the judge also thought the same and it got thrown out. What a waste of tax payers money. Glad you also got off with a warning. I do think a little scare is all that’s needed sometimes. Have a fab weekend ❤️

[@carolsmith707]

Lovely vlog. Seems you had a bit of a mixed journey. Deciding which way to go and then not getting your food. Also learned a little of Paul's criminal past, which was a laugh. Love hearing the two of you chatting away.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Morning Carol. Aww glad you enjoyed. Paul is so indecisive. 😂. Can’t believe I had to reverse back into the lock. I was gutted re the food. Absolutely starving too. Hope you are enjoying your weekend. Take care ❤️

[@johnh1855]

Good morning to you all. Dean and I have to say you were in rare form today!!! Bantering back a forth. I think Paul took the brunt of it and Anthony you almost ended up in the canal. We were nearly rolling on the floor when you were talking about the size of the toilet and the size of someones rear end😅🤣😂. Keep on having fun and enjoy life as you do! We wish you a spectacular weekend! We are celebrating Dean's birthday this weekend with a nice dinner out at a favorite restaurant this evening. It's also PRIDE month and we send love to you both🏳‍🌈🌈❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍 Cheers and hugs sent to you. Johann and Greta say Dexter was looking so handsome these days. John, Dean, Johann and Greta

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey guys. Glad you enjoyed. I totally forgot about the toilet incident but an hour trying to choice one 😂. His indecisiveness absolutely drives me insane. Happy birthday Dean. Hope you have a fabulous day and are spoilt rotten. Happy pride month too. 🌈. Dexter is blushing from Johann and Greta’s comment and says a big thank you. Have a great weekend guys. Your friends aboard Morning Star ❤️

[@onefunnyoldman]

News headline: PAUL THE PEA PINCHER ARRESTED! Thank you for the lovley vlog. Best wishes

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Martin. Master Criminal 😂. Glad you enjoyed. We definitely had fun making it. Have a great weekend ❤️

[@jules9303]

Top video thank you 😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Jules. Hope you are having a good week. ❤️

[@Jimsky1234]

Nice one guys, been watching and enjoying your videos for a long time but this one really cracked me up. You have proven that we all have frailties, but as long as we can laugh about it all is good. In London town they call them tea leafs, Paul is obviosly a Pea Leaf! 😇😂 xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Jim. Appreciate you following our journey. I knew he was a dodgy character lol. Pea leaf. Love it! It did his street cred the world of good in school if nothing else. Have a fab weekend and take care ❤️

[@stevesrepairs5778]

Thanks for another great adventure and it's great to see you three are doing well. I'm a Libran but I don't think that I'm indecisive I just take a small time to smartly weigh up the situation, erm I think, lol. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Stevie. Glad you enjoyed. We had a fab cruise. I appreciate the taking time to make a smart choice. Paul is beyond this and drives me crazy 😂. Have a fab week. Thanks for watching. ❤️

[@marksaunders4149]

Lovely vlog….nice mix,…..loved the P story…you should have done a runner!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Glad you enjoyed Mark. Have you seen him run 😂. Have a great weekend ❤️

[@WifeofJim]

Neat bit of reversing there, Anthony 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Sheila. ☺️. Hope you had a fab birthday ❤️

[@WifeofJim]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 I did indeed, thank you xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@WifeofJim ❤️

[@colinfox2516]

What a kerfuffle after 20 mins wait for my lunch I would have gone to the bar and asked "if it would be much longer?" but obviously your too polite. Sure you made up for it with your tea. Colin on Gran Canaria

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Colin. We were starving 😂. I am not the best when I haven’t eaten but yeah, definitely made up for it with tea. Hope the weather is better in the Canaries than here today. Have a great weekend ❤️

[@juliaharris8751]

Hi, gentlemen! I agree with Paul on the beauty of bluebells. Can't wait to see some photos. They don't grow in my neck of the woods and wish they did. Paul, your angst over swing bridges is hilarious. You jinx yourself! Paul pinched a peck of peas?!?! Ha! Hope you use the Anderton Lift to get on the Weaver. I think Morningstar would love it. 💘 Safe cruising!

[@juliaharris8751]

Anthony, your maneuvering, backing out of the canal, was on point! Hope you both had a great pizza!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Julia. Hope you are good. We love the bluebells and the smell is amazing. Who knew Paul was so shady. 😂. We have recently done the boat lift. We loved it. Hope you have a good week and take care ❤️

[@angelarochester116]

Ooh Paul, I hate violent films too, I get really upset 😢 ……..and I’m indecisive, we could be twins! Don’t tell Anthony, but I do my husband’s head in 😂

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

There can’t possibly be 2! 😂. I am with your husband, Paul definitely drives me to distraction. Hope you have a good week and take care ❤️

[@onedaymoreaboard]

Well that made us laugh! Paul the Pea Rustler 😂. Thanks for another lovely entertaining vlog guys 😍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey guys thanks for watching. Knew he was shifty 🤣😂. Have a fab week and take care ❤️

[@vickihampton9387]

Good morning, I am a libran too amd drives Mike mad too! We have been married for 43 years so it can't be that bad ! Enjoying seeing the views and hearing your banter. We loved Burscough and stayed there for a week and then moored in Fetlers Wharf too. Lovely friendly staff and cheapest diesel so far ! Happy cruising x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Vicki, I was confused initially because my brain read you were a librarian 😂. The indecisiveness does drive me insane too but then like you said, can’t be too bad as we have been together 22 years (not as long as you guys). Totally agree re Fettler’s, great guys there. Have a fab weekend and take care ❤️

[@willgetz7750]

I loved the banter between the two of you.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Will. Have a fab week ❤️

[@NarrowboatMark]

You 2 guys are brilliant Anthony loving the helmsmanship Skills you are picking up. Paul If you've got any peas or 🥕 going cheap we'll have them off you lol. love to you both xxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey guys. Glad you enjoyed. That reversing into a lock was a first for me. No veg left Mark 😂. Told you Paul was shady 😂. Have a good weekend ❤️

[@NarrowboatMark]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 thanks we always have a great weekend they just go to quick 😀. We are at a wedding at Elmsmere port next week so we are going to have a look at the boat Museum on Sunday. You both have a lovely week 💕 xx

[@kathpitman2202]

Loved the journey, the sights and sounds of the canal and what lovely cottages. Did like the hummer

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Kath. Parbold is one of our favourite places where we used to take Dexter pre boat. Hope you have a fab weekend. ❤️

[@layalabi1667]

Thanks. That was well done, the reversing and all.😊😊😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you Laya. That reversing definitely tested me lol. Enjoy your weekend ❤️

[@Michael_Sheldon]

Anthony, you always keep Paul honest. Good ‘Ol Pea-Pinching Paul. With a head injury no less. 🥴 Such a beautiful journey, this. How does one not want to moor everywhere? Note to self: Don’t make the decision based on food. 😩 Sending love and appreciation from Los Angeles. 🙌😘🐶

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

I try Michael. Always knew he was a shady character 😂. Can’t believe he banged his head. No chance of any serious damage 😂. Definitely won’t be basing mooring on food again. I could have cried when they forgot our order. Hope you have had a lovely weekend. Take care ❤️

[@ColinOBear]

The most interesting people have a criminal record! 😉 Lovely video - it's just gorgeous out where you are just now, thanks for sharing. 😀

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. But a little more bad ass than pea pinching 😂. Glad you enjoyed. Have a fab week ❤️

[@sheryld1957]

Good morning! Beautiful area. So sorry they didn't get your order in. You can expect that when they are busy, but when there are so few diners? Nice job reversing out of there. Thank you for sharing the beautiful country side with us. Enjoy your weekend! xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Morning Sheryl. I was gutted, really looking forward to eating out too. I would have been understanding if it was busy too but the girl who took our order saw us sat there for a good 40 mins. Glad you enjoyed. The reversing definitely tested me lol. Have a great weekend ❤️

[@brodie2711]

Thanks, guys, that was lovely. I've not been feeling very well these last few days but your Vlog really cheered me up. All the best to you three. Enjoy the weekend.❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Stephen. Glad you enjoyed. Sorry to hear you are not too good and hope it isn’t anything too serious and you feel better soon. Glad the vlog cheered you up. Have a good week. Love from us all. ❤️

[@pamelasmith9784]

One of your best vlogs i t was so funny you two should be on tv 😂😂😂😂Paul getting arrested for stealing peas 😂😂and great boat skills by Anthony .I would love it if we had a swing bridge near us I would get out of car to watch boats go through .Have a great week 💓👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Pamela. I always knew he was a bit shady that Paul 😂. I can’t believe I had to reverse into a lock. Glad I didn’t mess it up considering I was being filmed. Hope you have a great week and take care ❤️

[@NeverTwoLateOurJourney]

Good bit of reversing Antony 😀 have a great weekend x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers guys. 😃. What a nightmare that was 😂. Hope you are keeping well. ❤️

[@NeverTwoLateOurJourney]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 yes thanks at Foxton locks moving tomorrow. x

[@AvaT42]

I love the ending shots to your vlogs, the cabin is so cosy with Anthony putting logs on the fire and the scenery is tranquil and pretty.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Sonia. Nothing better than being able to shut the world out and light the fire. We love it. Have a fab weekend ❤️

[@keithweybury5212]

Great cruise even if part was going backwards. Great area and hope you enjoyed the sunshine. Stay safe. Cheers Keith Melbourne Australia.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Keith. That was definitely a challenge. Never revered into a lock before. 😂. Glad you enjoyed and thanks for watching. Have a great weekend ❤️

[@naughtysquirrellyndatee96]

Nice vlog this week.. lots going on. We were out for a meal with friends, while on vacation, and everyone at the table got their meal except me.. I snacked off of everyone’s plate and insisted that they take the cost of the meal off the bill… stuff happens. At least in my case I didn’t go hungry. I am surprised that you waited so long😫. I always pinch seeds from people’s flowers if they’re close to the sidewalk.. haven’t been arrested, for that, yet🤣 Hope you had a great week💜

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Lynda. Hey am not great without food lol. I was really grumpy after 40 mins and then being told it hadn’t been sent to the kitchen! I would have done what you did if there had been a group of friends too. It was ridiculous he got arrested for a few peas. Waste of money. Hope you have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@alisonh6533]

Love the banter between you both lovely Vlog as always!!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Alison. Who knew Paul was so dodgy 😂. Have a great weekend ❤️

[@alisonh6533]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 🤣🤣🤣 have a lovely weekend

[@myerrell8845]

Great journey and chat guys. 👍.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed. Hope you have a fab weekend ❤️

[@MrDiscoseeker]

Hi kids! We were up at Parbold last Monday visiting our, soon to be, new boat/home... less than 2 weeks to go, fingers crossed. Can’t wait to be able to announce it openly. How’s the Lithium hybrid holding out Anthony? Going to look back at the vlog but can you now run the washer etc without running the engine?

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey. Aww we love Parbold. Shame we weren’t there at the same time. Good luck with your new home. The lithium is amazing. Had to run the engine today but if there is good solar and the batteries are up to 100% we can run the washing machine without running the engine without a massive drop in the power. It is an absolute gamechanger. Hope everything goes well for you. ❤️

[@MrDiscoseeker]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Thanks Anthony, i think that the hybrid approach for us is a good starting point, the leisure batteries on board were all replaced recently so it seems crackers to replace them all, as well as costly while we're spending so much on the life change, so dropping in a supporting 200Ah LiFePo4 wouldn't be so unreasonable. If you're ok me asking for any tips (what you can) once we take custody of the new boat, twe would appreciate it. From what I gather you do know our boat and its similarities to Morning Star. Thanks for the reply brother x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@MrDiscoseeker course you can ask. Am no expert but more than happy to help 👍

[@KatelynsAdventures707]

Oh Paul, I’m a libra and exactly like you 🤣🤣🤣 I know what you mean, but my daughter is like me and a Taurus, she’s indecisive as well, can you imagine how we do things together. Anthony your lucky you are sensible lol great vlog. ❤️❤️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Katelyn. I couldn’t cope I. Your household 😂🤣. I don’t know about sensible 😬 but I am quite decisive. Have a fab weekend. Best wishes ❤️

[@KatelynsAdventures707]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 🤣 it can get quite amusing most of the time, have a good one to and good reversing. ❤️

[@atoff]

Great vlog guys. Never had Paul down as a Pea-rustler, its always the quiet ones!!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. He has a shifty look about him Glynn 🤣. Definitely the quiet ones. Hope you have a good week ❤️

[@DBarnim]

I am always amazed at Anthony's skill level maneuvering your narrowboat. I have a 17 foot aluminium fishing boat with 50hp Yamaha outboard and struggle sometimes steering it. All the best.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you David. We had a good teacher on our helmsman course. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@samash8941]

Just came up the Wigan flight yesterday was hard but worth it 😁 maybe we will meet in person on the cut as I would love to see morning star and Dexter in person

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Sam we felt the same. Definitely worth it. Which way are you heading? We are no on the Weaver and it is stunning. Yeah shout us down if ever you see us. Safe journey ❤️

[@samash8941]

We are heading to Leeds fingers crossed if they fix the breach by the time we get up there, if not we will have to find a new destination to explore.

[@annewellington3696]

Take care both. (Sorry pressed send too early) xxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol no worries ❤️

[@davidwatkinson7552]

Your vlogs are full of fun, joy and love. Amazing and thanks for sharing.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you David. That’s really kind. Thanks for watching and hope you have a good weekend ❤️

[@paulmullen745]

Great blog we can copy your adventures, we're on a slow boat to Chester at the mo stopping at interesting and beautiful places. Love your laid back dog!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Paul. Love Chester. Used to work at the hospital there many moons ago. Dexter has always been chilled, even as a pup bless him. Enjoy the cruise and have a great weekend ❤️

[@juliehigham9180]

Great video tonight - very entertaining- lovely to meet you both and of course Dexter today - hope you are having a great evening

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Julie and was lovely meeting you both too. It was an impromptu visit but we enjoyed. Have a good week and take care ❤️

[@ItsMeJenBB]

I had to laugh at the end of the video. Anthony was getting hangry. hahah Relatable. But hey, kudos to you for doing the lock backwards! I hope your pizza was on time, and delicious. ;) Cheers from Orlando, FL.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Jen. Definitely not great with no food lol. I had never reversed into a lock before so glad I didn’t mess it up whilst being filmed 😂. The pizza was worth the wait. Delish. Best wishes from us all aboard Morning Star. ❤️

[@jaynecopland]

Hats off to being able to back into and out of a lock…AND to being able to make those sharp turns without any mishaps. Impressive. As ever, I love your vlogs. Always feel like we are on the cruise with you because your banter is so adorable.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Jayne. Definitely feel more confident at the helm than when we first started cruising. First time I have ever had to back into a lock though 😂. Thanks for coming along with us and have a fab week ❤️

[@jaynecopland]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Very impressed and it’s even more fun to watch now I know the challenges! Give Dexter a big ole smooch for me. Such a cute dogo.

[@darrenm7083]

Just what I needed this Saturday morning. Busy week, lots on my mind, so 26 minutes chilling out and watching you guys was just the ticket. Thanks for sharing.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Darren. That’s really kind. Definitely need to clear the mind and Saturday is always my day to do this too: have a fab weekend ❤️

[@keithevans9628]

Thanks guys for the cruise, good to be with you and a definite 10 for Anthony with his superb helmsmanship skills. Over the last weeks of viewing I can honestly say you haven’t traversed any part of the canal system that wasn’t excellent.😀 Be safe and happy cruising Keith & Laurel 👩‍❤️‍👨

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thanks for coming along with us. That reversing back into the lock tested me. Glad I didn’t mess up whilst being filmed 😂. We have to say, I don’t think you can beat the canals for the fabulous views. We love it. Have a good weekend and best wishes to you and Laurel. ❤️

[@JohnSmith-bx8zb]

In your open shots looking back from the old mill at Parbold towards Wigan there is a short ‘arm’ off to the left. This was to be the route of the canal to the Ribble. It was to then route up a the river to Barnoldswick and then to route to meet the canal from Leeds. Unfortunately the American War of Independence stopped the work and when resumed the canal went to Wigan to exploit the coal traffic.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks John. I think Peter mentioned something similar to it. What a shame this didn’t get to be completed. Have a fab weekend and take care ❤️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@JohnSmith-bx8zb thanks John. Will give it a look. 👍

[@amandabrown3946]

Ha ha you both make me laugh,nothing like a good old snitch from Anthony ,quick come back from Paul.thankyou for your lovely blogs having worrying health issues at moment,like someone else mentioned your vlogs are calming,with the gentle humourxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Amanda. Glad you enjoyed. Sorry to hear you aren’t well at the moment. I hope you get sorted soon. Thanks so much for watching and take care ❤️

[@markrutter5996]

Thanks for a great fun vlog. . . . Just got to love the banter between you guys. I can guarantee if I go to use an appliance or the first to use something it will fail in spectacular fashion . . . always been the same. Thanks for sharing the cruise and Dexter looks great. Have a great weekend.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Mark. Glad you enjoyed. I feel your pain. I totally get anxious using an appliance whilst people watch. Bit like being filmed going backwards into a lock 🤣😂. Have a fab week. ❤️

[@marriettecharlton2143]

Love the pea story Paul 😂😅

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

😂. ❤️

[@jillipepper5353]

Don’t feel bad Paul, I got caught shoplifting when I was about 13 , peer pressure was pretty bad so I thought I’d try on my own with no friends there. I obviously looked guilty because store security was very close when I pocketed a lipstick……I didn’t even wear lipstick then. Anyway, I didn’t even know there was security in stores, that’s how dum I was. He took me down to the basement int an office in Woolworths and shared me half to death. He said I had 24 hours to get my Da to call him and they would decide if I should go to jail or not. It took me about 23 hours to get up the courage to tell my Da and he was so disappointed in me, that was the worst punishment ever. I was grounded for a month as a punishment. Hope you’ve had a nice trip and enjoyed the wedding.🥰🙋🏼‍♀️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Dawn. I think all kids get drawn into things because of peer pressure. I totally get why your Dad being disappointed would have been the worse punishment. It does sound like a scary experience and for you, this was enough. Hope you are having a good week. How is your cat doing? ❤️

[@jillipepper5353]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Tai is still hanging in there 😳, still sleeping a lot, still thin but eating more and gaining a bit. He’s a fighter, still managing to go up stairs to see everyone every couple of days. I thought for sure he was not going to still be here but he is and we will just count each day as a gift. 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@jillipepper5353 aww bless. Sending hugs ❤️

[@paulinehiggins8239]

I so love just cruising along there’s something so nice and calming about it, just wish I was doing it. So very annoying what happened at the pub, you’ll know not to go back; to make matters worse it’s easy to get cranky when you’re hungry. Good lesson learned. Another great vlog thanks so much you three. Paul my family say in indecisive too but I don’t think I am, they ask where I want to go, or what do I want to eat etc I say “I don’t care” and I don’t I’m just easily pleased, surprise me, I’ll go along with what all decide on. Stay safe. 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Pauline couldn’t agree more. We are definitely at our calmest cruising along. I am not great without food. Do get hangry. I am like you and happy to go with the flow but Paul definitely is indecisive. Drive me crackers 😂. Have a fab week and take care ❤️

[@fp30e]

Hi Indecisive, Anthony and Dexter-Dog. I was smiling all the way thru your Vlog this morning. You are both naturals in front of the camera, and so enjoyable to watch. Loved the chat at the start. Anthony was very funny teasing Paul today (Comedy Gold), you two were so made for each other which is really nice. Glad Paul never broke the swing bridge this time around, not that Anthony might have mentioned it a couple of times (so funny). Lovely to see Dexter Dog doing what Dexter Dog does well, in supervising Paul at the Locks. Sorry your pub meal never arrived, but hope you enjoyed your Pizza later on. Loved the way Paul kept changing his mind, thus making Anthony having to reverse. Great Helm-manship Anthony. And the story about buying your bathroom and toilet, well I nearly fell off my chair laughing. Guys you are a tonic to watch. An excellent produced and well edited Vlog. Sorry you lost your drone this week . Wishing the three of you a great week ahead. Take Care xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. He really is so indecisive. I could throttle him sometimes. That is definitely a first having to reverse into a lock 😂. Glad I didn’t mess up whilst being filmed. Paul is not just my partner but my best friend. Did I tell you the time he broke Spencer’s swing bridge 🤣😂. Dexter is so good bless him. I could have chewed my arm off at the pub lol, but made the pizza all that more enjoyable. The drone was a nightmare. Twice that has happened now 😬. Have a great weekend. Best wishes from all three of us ❤️

[@annehaesler2556]

Hello to you both really enjoyed the vlog you did very well reversing Anthony I used to hate doing the swing bridges but thats part of the system enjoy the wedding that you are going to my hubby and I are going to the italien part of Switzerland on monday for a week but it’s roasting over here as well all last week over 30 degrees no rain in site take care both of you till next time Anne x 🇨🇭

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Anne. Hope you are keeping well. I am glad I didn’t mess that reversing up whilst being filmed 😂. We had a lovely time at our friends wedding. Hope you enjoy your break and the heat isn’t too bad for you both. Take care ❤️

[@kawakamib003]

Oh poor thing this vlog was pick on Paul. 😊.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Keeps him on his toes Blake. 😉. Have a great weekend ❤️

[@janeiredale-cox992]

Just got home from having a coffee and what pops up your vlog...so poring a glass of good Chilean sav cab and playing it on my big screen tele...cheers from Chile

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Jane. Hope you enjoy (the vlog and the wine). We have just got in from visiting friends. Cheers from us. ❤️

[@janeiredale-cox992]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 I really did and felt for you when there was no lunch😞

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@janeiredale-cox992 thank you ❤️

[@MrOVERANOUT]

I was always so decisive, but now I'm not so sure... 🤣 Little known fact... It is illegal to steal a turnip from a farmer's field. But it is not illegal to take two turnips. Apparantly it is how the law was written many years ago... 😆

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. That is exactly how Paul is Harry. No way, the laws are crazy in this country. Imagine if it was 2 turnips he had stolen and how embarrassed the policeman would have been to find that out 🤣. Always good to hear from you. Hope you are keeping well. You still playing Boules? Have a good weekend ❤️

[@julesstone7990]

Ahhhh love you guys! Thank you for the vlog x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Jules. Glad you enjoyed it. Have a great week ❤️