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In this vlog, the temperature suddenly drops to minus 5 degrees Celsius and my NARROWBOAT becomes FROZEN into the canal. Then the snow comes too! We really need to move our boat to get to services and our Christmas mooring spot, but that isn't possible. Is it cold on a narrowboat? Yes, it is! So you have to work very hard at doing everything you can to keep it warm. Sit back, relax and enjoy some winter moments on the UK canal. Take care 🌻🦋
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[@andrewoakley4957]

A possible tip for you with the hot water bottle, only 3/4 fill and gently squeeze the air from the top of the bottle before putting the top in, you're less likely to burst it if you lie on it and by removing the air it will stay warm for longer. I grew up in the 60's, so this was the norm! Ice on the inside of the bedroom window in the morning. 😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Great tip, Andrew- thank you so much! Happy New Year! 🥳🌻🦋

[@jaynederbyshire5315]

And always check the date on your hot water bottle because they do perish! 😮❤

[@ramonaking1029]

Me too! Those old icy windows!

[@user-sq5oi2ei6e]

Yes and my bottle did burst once ! Horrible! My mum had to change my bed 😂 I was about 8 I think. There were five kids so a lot of bottles lol and they did go smooth with age and being used so much !

[@grahamatsea3575]

We had inside ice on our windows well into the 80s .....pleasure of useless night storage heaters .

[@mikerandall7571]

What a lovely lady and so talented. My late wife and I had a narrow boat from 2002 to 2006. We were not as adventurous as you and only went for long trips in the summer for 3 or 4 months and travelled almost the whole canal system, Your video brought back so many happy memories. Every time I see a canal I choke up as it reminds me of my loss.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It sounds like you had such a special time on the canals with your late wife; how wonderful to have been able to spend that quality time together. I'm so sorry for your loss, Mike. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@pdq5465]

I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope that the memories of your time & travels with your wife bring you comfort.

[@user-md8jy4zz1p]

You are a very beautiful woman and a brave person. Your expertise is amazing. Well done you. 🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀

[@user-md8jy4zz1p]

And you are an artist and poet. Very special person. Best love ❤️ Valerie 🥀🥀🥀

[@marialozano9861]

No gloves?

[@davidoldboy5425]

Things every boat should carry:- 2 spare throttle cables and one of any other cables in use, at least 12 fuel filters in case of dirty fuel, reliable long lasting portable lights (paraffin, battery, gas or any independent power). A couple of jerry cans of fuel in case you run out (i.e. frozen in canal), boarding ladder, and salt ( you don't want to slip in winter)

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Wow! This is such a great list- none of which I've got- but now, I will!👍⭐️ Thank you for your very useful comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@davidoldboy5425]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Hope you saw my comments on the fuel and it looks like your engine is certified for HVO, but check I have correct engine.

[@pipins3616]

And tow another Narrowboat just in case

[@davidoldboy5425]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Forgot to explain the boarding ladder/gangway. As you probably realise jumping onto icy towpaths/steel decks can be hazardous, very hazardous. If you keep a salted gangway you can put out when alongside you greatly reduce the risks of slipping. You can buy spring fitted soles that attach to your shoes, marvellous for walking in icy conditions and easily removed. Winter is a world away from the other seasons, be prepared.

[@annfisher9877]

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[@Sanctified57]

I’ve just stumbled across this video on my KZbin feed, and what a delight. Thank you so very much for sharing your adventures on the canal in such a beautiful and atmospheric way. I love the music the camera work, the poem and artwork at the end. The whole thing was so enchanting and at the same time so peaceful. Thank you once again.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for stumbling on my channel and for taking the time to make such a lovely comment! Have a super rest of the week, take care🌻🦋

[@frankiepeters5434]

I live in the States. Right on the coast in South Carolina and I’ve always been around water. I am now forever hooked on living on a boat and traveling the canals. I’m a history buff so I have read a good deal about the canals but seeing your videos I think my dog Ziggy and I want to retire to a narrow boat on the beautiful canals of Glorious England! Cheers!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Well I totally recommend it, Frankie!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@mikerandall7571]

Sad to say, it's not glorious Englands anymore, mass immigration has destroyed this once " Green and Pleasant Land"

[@christineduffy3113]

Just came across your video beautiful scenery I love wintertime although no great for you stuck in the ice Your dog is gorgeous Sounds a great life but hard work too Best Wishes from Scotland 🤗

[@michaelhemp8679]

“You can only find real peace where your heart is happy.” Michael Hemp Thanks for your wonderful video.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so true!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the week, take care🌻🦋

[@tanelviil9149]

@@themindfulnarrowboat When " traveling " like that alot you better watch out that you don't get attacked or even worse raped or killed by some immigrants etc. You would be surprised how high the statistics are for white women getting attacked, raped or even killed by non white men. And i'm not joking. Many leftist women had to pay their ignorance and stubbornness with their lives, who also travaled the world and thought that all cultures are equal etc.... NO You don't have to respond... just make sure you watch out and stay safe.

[@amc7988]

Tienes algunas de las cosas que mas amo en la vida: perro, naturaleza, agua, barcos.

[@Suelynngrr]

How lovely! The pace of life is so different in a narrowboat. I love your passion for nature and your talented drawing/poetry. ♥ Lovely dog too!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment and Zephyr woofs a "thank-you too"🐾🐾 Take care🦋🌻

[@_WILDANDFREE_]

Van lifer here. You can be much warmer in winter in your bed if you use 0 degree sleeping bags to cover up with.They are MUCH warmer than blankets. I have camped in -15 Celsius with no problem and woke up warm in the morning :) It really makes a HUGE difference. I slip mine into comforter covers to make them look like my regular bedding :)

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Great tip- thank you so much! Take care 🦋🌻

[@dalebadman6700]

What a delight you are! I loved this picturesque viewing of the ice and snow and the beautiful golden eye.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, thank you so much☺️ It's great to know that you enjoyed the vlog. Have a lovely weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@rodkennedy9800]

That’s one of the secrets of a happy life…turning negatives into positives. Life’s an adventure 🤔😃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I second that- thank you so much for your wise words! Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻🕊️

[@askburlefot2645]

Lovely lady, dog and countryside! I enjoyed watching!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased you enjoyed the vlog! Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@sheilajoseph9953]

Thanks Vanessa for a visit in wonderland as a snowy/icy scene is something Magical. Sometimes things don't go the way we had hoped but as you mentioned the alternative can be much better. 💚

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Exactly, Sheila- the alternative can often lead to such wonderful surprises! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@pdareplove]

Never saw any of your videos until now....but I love your content and I think you're amazing....😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you enjoy the vlogs. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@slartybartfast6868]

What a great episode, I really especially like the drawing and the poem so much. You made my day!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment- thank you so much! Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@jackmullett9198]

I’m glad you’ve had your boat repaired, it looks nice and cozy inside despite the weather outside. What a bit of luck you came across the goldeneye. 😎

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The goldeneye was a such an exciting spot- what a beautiful bird!😍 Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@alibenkahn5092]

As an Aussie who really hates the cold I can't but admire how tough all you narrowboaters are 😊. I would hate to be frozen in on a canal, beautiful or not. Glad you saw the beautiful Goldeneye.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

There is something very rewarding about having to get through the winter on a narrowboat, but it is so lovely when everything is warm again too. I hope you're enjoying your summer in Australia! Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@myhillslife27]

@@themindfulnarrowboat no summer at the moment! its flooding, raining & cold.. sigh

[@paulgray2387]

The hottest and coldest I’ve ever been was in Australia…

[@KG-ui7ji]

I'm in Nz and uts too hit fir ne here in summer. I lovevtge cold and the ice abd snow. Miss Englands weather. The gentle summers and the beautiful crisp winters.

[@Pmarzee]

So I watch again and lift my spirits at your love of nature, you are a naturalist and thus nature led you to view your golden eye 😊 quite poetic don’t you think ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a lovely comment and it is so poetic isn't it? Thank you so much! Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@robinhall3347]

Beautiful and surprise-filled moments for you. Winter's absolutely lovely sunny days made more wonderful by the snow and frozen times. Zephyr's interest in just about everything you explain to her and her reactions of agreement are fun to watch.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Zephyr entertains me every day; she is a great companion.🐾🐾 Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@maurawhelan3530]

Happy Christmas! Take good care!

[@truthful797]

What a wonderful person you are iiii being natural is a precious gift for few humans, you were chosen one of them, your talent in drawing and most of all your natural words comes out poets.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you- thank you so much! Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@Stephen-ql5sk]

Thank you I love winter your vidio showed it most beautifully.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Winter is an exciting time on the water- you have to really think on your feet.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super week. Take care 🌻🦋

[@Stephen-ql5sk]

You too enjoy your week summer is almost upon us

[@Rosco-P.Coldchain]

I remember stopping on my friends little Cruiser one Christmas Eve many years ago and it was a bitterly cold night no heating and ice on the inside of the windows lol..He has since moved up the ladder and has a 40 foot narrow boat now with stove and all mod cons..If you can live through a bad winter on a boat then you definitely know that boating is for you, people don’t realise the work that goes into living and running a boat…Hope you have many enjoyable journeys ahead, great video, I love our waterways and always find my peace their thankyou ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Wow, your friend must be made of tough stuff to get through those freezing conditions!Thank you so much for your lovely comment! Have a super rest of the week. take care🦋🌻

[@matthewblack8552]

7:13 such a relaxing scene. The glow from your little stove; the intense radiant heat, warming you to the bone, and the feeling of being safe and secure in your boat. I am social but in the evenings become a bit of a recluse.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is so cosy inside the boat and a great time to appreciate the quiet. Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@obiblooze5902]

OMG what a beautiful vlog, the snow, the Goldeneye and the cormorant. And your poem and drawings at the end, just lovely. Thank you 💖

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you- thank you so much! Have a super rest of the weekend and week ahead, take care🌻🦋

[@dingnextstop]

I was frozen in a few years ago during that “Beast from the East” winter, all crt taps were permanently frozen even underground as they weren’t in a brick surround or lagged properly. I was getting water in 20lt container from a local church believe it or not, the vicar said I could use there outside tap used for gardening which wasn’t frozen! Great to see Zeph enjoying your hot water bottle, bless…. Well done for persevering in the cold Vanessa… 😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of the local vicar to help you out with water; I've seen notice boards put out on the towpaths in the extreme heat by churches welcoming boaters in if they need to keep cool. Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@amandasmith3716]

A friend of mine is soon to be ordained into the CofE and she’s going to be serving people on the waterways. She lives in Barnsley and enjoys holidaying on narrowboats.

[@dingnextstop]

@@amandasmith3716 I’m based in the south on GU so doubt I will benefit from the ladies help… 👍🏻

[@mark3863]

Wow, that was a wonderful experience. Love your journal and that poetry gave me chills. ❤🤗

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a lovely comment- thank you so much; I really appreciate it. Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@Yungrexy]

Wow! The narrowboat, the nature, the weather, the poetry, the illustrations. Such a beautiful video. When younger I thought of doing this but I worried that people might think that I was strange. I realise now that it is society that's strange and this is clearly one of the most calming & rewarding ways to live.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Often people think that I am strange, but I have such a feeling of inner happiness from what I do, that I really don't mind at all. I think you are more conscious of fitting in when you are younger aren't you? Which is why I really like getting old! Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@jillianplayer]

So beautiful. I love how excited you get over the small things. They are the stuff that makes life wondrous.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

They are the stuff that makes life wondrous aren't they! 🥰Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend. Take care🌻🦋

[@chrisgerrard5854]

Loved your video your very good. An artist to. Managing a narrow boat on your own. Many many talants. Well done you 😊I had a chocolate labourer still miss her today beautiful beast bless her Molly xx😢

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Chris, thank you so much for your lovely comment. I do travel with my husband too but his work has a strict code of conduct which means that he can't be on social media like KZbin. Have a super rest of the weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@chris-cole]

Part of why I love KZbin is it often spring s a surprise here and there which offers a perfect antidote to life. I purelynstumbled upon thos video of yours and it is simply perfect! I will indulge why. My two favourite things are canals, and notebooks. The canal looks absolutely stunning in two settings - rural summer, and rural winter. Whilst everything looks beautiful and serene all batued in sunshine and the true colours come through, the winter scene I find speaks a little more in terms of serenity, ruggedness, it just has that appeal that summer doesn't (if you get what I mean). I ask myself "how can a scattering if snow makes everything look so beautiful when in fact it makes everything look white lol I love how wonderful your journal looks! All the drawings look amazing!!!! You're clearly talented! I also love how the collection of drawings brings a richness to the pages, makes you want to delve in and read every word to discover what's within those pages. Simply magical when combined with the discovery, the journey you travel on your wonderful narrowboat. I'm hooked already! ❤ Season's Greetings!!! 🎅🏻🎄☃️❄️

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a lovely comment! I am so pleased that you enjoy canals and notebooks because I do too and my videos are full of them! Thank you so much for watching. Have a super rest of the week, take care🌻🦋

[@janellebasler3040]

Oh my gosh that was so beautiful seeing that goldeneye! I live on a lake in East Tennessee USA and I am always looking for the wildlife here. So fun to spot something you haven’t seen before.😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is the biggest buzz to spot something new isn’t it? Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend take care 🦋🌻

[@stargo2931]

This sounds like a great adventure!❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is a great adventure! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@kevintheoculus2428]

How can you be so settled , happy...and enjoy the little pleasures around you? It amazes me.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am just happy with what I have got. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the week. Take care 🌻🦋

[@annwagner5779]

Love your drawings and writings! I have a new favorite channel! I’m an art historian specializing in works on paper, so getting to watch you draw is a special treat.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Ann- thank you so much! Your work sounds so intriguing. Have a super rest of the week, take care🦋🌻

[@waynebreier1682]

what a lovely experience for you , your a super positive person .

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, thank you so much, Wayne! Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@paulthomas9962]

You are remarkable in so many ways...always a joy to be a part of your family's life from a great distance...Paul Thomas, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind and generous comment- thank you so much!😊 Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@ginasparks5756]

I just happen to come upon your channel. I love watching anyone who is from England or Ireland, those are my where my ancestors are from. But, I got so much from you, not only your everyday lifestyle, but the beauty that you see in so many things. Well, and let’s face it…I would’ve never seen a “Golden Eye”, had it not been for you! Your poetry and artwork was so beautiful, I had tears come to my eyes. What beauty you must experience everyday❣️

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind and heartfelt comment, Gina- thank you so much! 🤗 Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@sylviekins]

How wonderful, we lived in Brocton in 1986-1988, and would go to Penkridge market. Thank you for bringing back memories and for your lovely videography🙏🇳🇿🇦🇺

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that the vlog brought back memories for you! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super Sunday and great week ahead. Take care🦋🌻

[@rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs]

Beautiful handwriting, poem and drawings!! 😊😊❤❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Rebecca- thank you so much! Have a super week ahead, take care🦋🌻

[@johncallan4788]

Watching your intrepid efforts to keep your Narrowboat comfy, reminds me of a story I loved as a child ; a Chippewa Indian Tale, about Little Brown Duck, Shingebiss. No matter how the North wind raged, he waddled out across the ice, and found the food he needed. In the evening, he would sit by his warm fire, and sing : "North Wind, North Wind, fierce in feature ; You are still my fellow creature ; Blow your worst, you can't freeze me ; I fear you not, and so I'm FREE!" 🦆

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi John, I absolutely love this story! Thank you so much for sharing it with me. I will read go and look this up now and try and learn it by heart. Have a super rest of the week. Take care🦋🌻

[@user-jg5mx3yh2p]

I find your life style very calming and adorable. Just like hearing you chat about your life. Makes me feel inspired to do something. My best wishes for Christmas.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a lovely comment. I totally recommend boat life! Have a super weekend and a Merry Christmas to you too. Take care🦋🌻🎄

[@Suzy-qy2pl]

@@themindfulnarrowboat hi I love the videos, is it very expensive living on a boat? it would be my dream life now hope you have a lovely Christmas 🤶

[@annearmagh]

Absolutely beautiful footage and your artistry is amazing!!! Very talented lady and love that lab🦮💫🌟✨✨

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you.Thank you for your lovely comment.Merry Christmas and happy new year! Take care🌻🦋🎄

[@angelaaz6282]

Winter on the canals looks quite difficult…please take good care of yourself and your pup 🐶

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is much more of a challenge, but if you are prepared it is a very exciting and beautiful time on the canals. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super Sunday and week ahead, take care🌻🦋

[@Kara784]

Ah, I can't start to tell you how much I am enjoying your Channel and only having found it a couple of days ago. It is so lovely, so very beautiful, and thank you ...🙏 I can't stop watching (and nor do I want to 😊)!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Kara, I am so pleased that you have found my channel and I am delighted that you are enjoying it so much.Thank you so much for your lovely comment.Have a super weekend.Take care 🦋🌻

[@Kara784]

Thank you. You too

[@kenrogers7369]

Very good looks so beautiful country side good video Hun ❤

[@user-ii1zz7pz9t]

Hello, I have never added a comment to any u-tube posting before so I hope this goes as intended. I love, love, love what you post and your everyday positive outlook on what you do! I try to live my life in a simple mindful way and when I see other people that also practice mindfulness it really inspires me. I look forward to your postings both in the future and in the past. Keep up the great work, you have a wonderful lifestyle!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so honoured that you have made your first u-tube posting on my channel and what an absolutely lovely comment too! You sound like a kindred spirit trying to live simply and finding enjoyment in the beautiful things that you can find on a walk or even just looking out of the window. Thank you so much for getting in contact. Have a super Sunday and week ahead, take care🌻🦋

[@helenedansereau9255]

Gorgeous filming, wonderful light... frost and snow are just magic . And what a talented film maker you’ve become!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Frost, snow and ice are so beautiful along the water and everything suddenly becomes so magical! Thank you for such a lovely comment too. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@Andrew-zr1jt]

I live in a part of Spain where winters are cold and humid , I bought an electric blanket and that was a game changer , uses about 100-160 watts , not sure if you can do that on your boat but works great .Amazing way of living and very nice channel ,greetings from Spain!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I don't think we could use an electric blanket with our battery set up as it would draw too much energy from them. I don't blame you for having one; it sounds like the perfect solution in those temperatures.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@patreynolds7717]

Thank you so so much for sharing your beautiful life. I love your beautiful dog. Love from ireland 🇮🇪

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for such a kind and lovely comment. Have a super rest of the week, take care🌻🦋

[@paulineshelley4421]

I’ve just found your channel and am stunned by your beautiful journal with sketches and poetry. Wow! 😮

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you! 😊 Thank you so much. Have a super Sunday and great week ahead. Take care🦋🌻

[@grol094]

I do love your vlogs. They're so soft and your observations too are delightful. I guess, being an artist goes hand-in-hand with observation. Thank you

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I'm so pleased that you enjoy the vlogs- that really means a lot to me- thank you so much. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@user-bf1ne6iv6o]

Very good video.Thanks princes.

[@michaelmerta8956]

It's the first time I'm watching from Mississauga, Ontario Canada. Love your story, you are an incredible artist.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for watching my vlog, Michael and for your lovely comment too. Have a super rest of the week, take care🦋🌻

[@minerran]

A very unique lifestyle living on a narrow-boat, thanks for sharing!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is unique and I love every minute of it.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year! Take care🦋🌻🎄

[@billyboy4729]

Always looking on the bright side of life 😎 Well done

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so true! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@raymondneale8414]

Beautiful love the pictures and the words ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🦋🌻

[@user-of7td9oo7d]

What a lovely woman! God bless you and your nice dog!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@orchidhouse297]

Some great videography again. Nice to see you getting excited and your love for nature showing through.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Nature spotting is so exciting and it makes my day to find something beautiful to notice.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the week, take care🌻🦋

[@abigailashton7192]

I have just discovered your beautiful videos. I grew up next to the canal and have very fond memories of noticing the changing seasons alongside the water. I'll now be going back to to your first video and working through them all! Thank you 🙏🐾💖

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for finding my vlogs. It must have been wonderful growing up near a canal. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@Amidekor]

Wzruszające. Dziękuję.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Thank you so much! Have a super rest of the weekend, take care🌻🦋To takie miłe z twojej strony. Dziękuję bardzo! Miłej reszty weekendu, uważaj🌻🦋

[@Amidekor]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Dziękuję bardzo.

[@thinker9115]

Bravo for creating this lifestyle! Many thanks for posting this!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it! Thank you for your lovely comment, take care🌻🦋

[@pilpelet100]

What a beautiful video. Thanks so much for sharing. What starts out as being something of a nuisance (getting frozen in when you need to be moving) ends up as being such a beautiful experience, getting to see the goldeneye among all the other things. What we need to remember is that we are in exactly the place where we are meant to be at any time!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a wise and true statement, Ruth! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@nigelh3253]

Thank you for showing me the realities of houseboat life in the winter. I haven't seen this on any other hb vlog.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

If you are prepared and you have plenty of water, fire fuel, engine fuel and food in the cupboards, then you'll be fine and the whole thing is a bit of an exciting adventure! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@normg2242]

That rolling water container is absolutely brilliant!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It’s brilliant isn’t it? Thank you for watching. Take care🌻🦋

[@carlfama140]

I enjoyed your video. Lovely doggie too.

[@barbohanley3882]

Your drawings are amazing,you are so talented!!I love this video…

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind thing to comment- thank you so much! Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@johnallen2297]

You are an amazing young lady and very good with your camera, you seem very at ease with nature and life 🙃🦋

[@lindanavroth]

WOW! I'm so glad your channel popped up in my feed! Looking forward to exploring your videos. I like you art and poetry journaling. I am an artist and nature lover that moved to the Pacific Northwest of the US two years ago. I have come to love winter so much after living my whole life in a nearly desert climate further south. WInter can be a challenge at times, but the beauty and wonders it holds make it worth it.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Linda, thank you so much for clicking on my video and watching! It's great to know that you appreciate the winter; the seasonal changes are so wonderful to watch and experience aren't they? Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@jackyteague6509]

A lovely uplifting vlog Vanessa. Thank you for taking time to record such wonderful scenes. Nature can be beautiful!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you thank you so much, Jacky! Have a super rest of the weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@lindacardinale7427]

What a lovely, poetic soul..and a very talented artist.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind and lovely comment, Linda- thank you so much. Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@stevecam724]

Lovely winter wonderland 💙 We went to the UK in 2019, in early February, and I saw snow for the first time in my life! I was so excited I kept going outside to stand in the falling snow, it was really beautiful. Thank you for braving the cold to take beautiful videos for us to enjoy 😊😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Your first snow experience sounds just wonderful; I feel like that about snow even though I have seen it several times- there's a magic attached to it isn't there? I hope you get to see it again one day. Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care⛄️🌨️🌻🦋

[@richardkeen1996]

Wonderful winter scenes in a beautiful location!! Hope you have a great Christmas and a good New Year. Looking forward to following you on your adventures in 2024!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you- thank you so much, Richard. I wish you a Merry Christmas and New Year too. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@louise7552]

Im Australian and melting at 3.00am in the morning, still 28 degrees Celsius. 😢 hot summer down under. I wish i had gone on a long boat adventure when i was in UK some years ago with my husband. The wintertime is a fairytale to me. Loved Urquhart Castle in the early spring, daffodils and snow magic.❤❤❤ new subscriber. Louise . Your drawings are exquisite. Thankyou for making me smile today.😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Louise, I really hope you are okay as extreme heat is unbearable; on the few occasions when I have been in it overseas; I have been shocked how it impacted on my ability to do anything. Then, when we had a couple of 40 degree days on our narrowboat ,2 years ago, I was genuinely frightened for Zephyr as cooling the boat down was so hard. I wish you cooler days.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@ronfisher4965]

How simply beautiful!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Thank you so much 😊 Take care🌻🦋

[@jamesfrankie]

Beautiful vlog ( as always), lovely snow and ice scenes. You do very well battling the cold, a real trooper.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, thank you so much, James. The winter is such an exciting time as long as you have everything you need on board to stay safe and dry. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@richardterry9788]

I love the frost and snow too, so beautiful. Oh to be walking with you listening to your lovely narrative and seeing the things you do xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It really is beautiful when the landscape becomes a winter wonderland isn't it? Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@jadeosprey7908]

Thank you for the beautiful photography and music.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so welcome- thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care🦋🌻

[@michaelm2502]

Absolutely lovely! Thanks for sharing. You radiate happiness:)

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, thank you so much! Have a super rest of the week, take care🌻🦋

[@magnusdefrys4491]

Thanks for the beautiful video. You are a great woman! All the best for you and your dog.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind and lovely comment- thank you so much☺️ Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@beacee]

People miss so much when they don’t go out Winter. One of most beautiful times of the year!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It really is one of the most beautiful times of the year to be on the water. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the week, take care🦋🌻

[@glentomkins8044]

I love your connection to nature! I guess you live closer to nature than most Brits living on the narrow boat. Love the drawings too! Stay warm and safe!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, thank you so much Glen! Take care🦋🌻

[@gl2856]

My first visit here , lovely a very talented lady with many skills

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Welcome to the channel!Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the week, take care🌻🦋

[@realamerican911]

Just found your channel. How amazing it must be to live this free. God bless and have a merry Christmas.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is an amazing experience and I am so grateful to be having it. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Happy New Year! 🥳🌻🦋

[@user-el4mn4dm2d]

That water barrow on wheels is fantastic, saves your back cheers NZ

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It's so handy!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@beverleyshaw7210]

Watching you now on Tele. Beautiful snow falling. And a blanket of white, it is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing its .

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for watching and for your lovely comment too. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@paultaylor9652]

Lovely video, thanks for sharing. Your camera skills are definitely something to be proud of.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, take care🌻🦋🎄

[@chrishobbs58]

Hello again! And thanks for yet another beautiful episode. One filled with winter scenes and Zephyr! Enjoyed this very much, really hope to see Alice Grace put right again soon. Hope you stayed warm, glad you chose the safe option of staying put. Fingers crossed that you make your Chritsmas arrangements in time! Best wishes, as always!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Chris, what a lovely comment- thank you so much! I am so pleased that you enjoyed the winter scenes. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@robertcharlessceats3647]

I think your artwork and record books are superb. What a talented artist you are. Love your dog. Very best wishes for the future and please take great care

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, thank you so much, Robert for your comment. Have a super week, take care- Zephyr likes the part about her very much!🐾🐾🌻🦋

[@user-rv3el6gi5u]

Beautiful! Thank you for your lovely attitude and appreciation of life.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you- thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the week, take care🌻🦋

[@davecarter34]

After a 42 degrees C day here in Sydney and still 26 at 11pm it nice to watch this to cool down

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That sounds so uncomfortable; I hope you have managed to find a cool place to sit and that it cools down for you. Thank you so much for your comment! Have a super rest of the week. take care🦋🌻

[@wiliammound7942]

Move down to Melbourne. Not been anywhere near 42 since last summer. Weather here more like this on the canal.

[@robertbrierley7083]

No biscuit challenge, love the Christmas tree ours goes up this weekend, Great to see a Goldeneye have a good week and stay safe and warm.😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I'm sorry about the biscuit challenge, but I had made mince pies a few days before with every intention of having one or two when I did my journal- however, I ate them all too soon!🤭 Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@TOMS-ux4zp]

Vanessa your blog shows How bleak and desolate it can beon the lonely canal on your own! yet you have shown how beautiful the countryside in winter can be.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The canal is never frozen for long and when it is the whole waterway looks so magical that it kind of makes up for the inconvenience. Have a super rest of the week, take care🦋🌻

[@aquious953]

Electric blanket really helps me on my boat in winter. An electric heating vest is great, too.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I'll try looking for one that I can run off my inverter. Thank you so much for your kind advice. Take care🦋🌻

[@shahonchen6661]

no electric heating vest on a small bot like this one!

[@aquious953]

@@shahonchen6661 absolutely works on my small boat.

[@richardhall156]

How did i end up here 🤔 but watched this video from start to finish and thoroughly enjoyed it, we both have a love of the countryside and nature my job brings me into contact with both on a daily basis. I love your lifestyle and passion, have a great Christmas and keep doing what you are doing 😂😂

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I'm not sure how you ended up here, but I am so pleased that you did! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the week, take care🌻🦋

[@reddrockingeezer]

First visit to your channel. Here in the US I would call that bird an eagle. When I see buzzards they are large black birds circling over carrion on the ground. I'll keep an eye on your channel, there are no canals here, and nothing like a narrowboat.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Welcome aboard! Thank you so much for visiting my channel. I hope the weather is treating you well in the US? Sadly, it is very rare to spot an eagle in England, but Scotland is the place for eagle spotting. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@lyndaturner6686]

How lovely and peaceful , I shall look forward to finding more of your videos

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@RWBHere]

Surrounded by Winter beauty. Thank-you for sharing these experiences with us. 🙂👍

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so welcome. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment- take care🌻🦋

[@ImogenC-rt3fm]

Lovely. Just what I needed today.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@lionelmarytravels6003]

We love snow! Only problem is that we hardly ever get any. I always reckon we can expect snow once in a decade, but when it comes, I just have to get out with my camera. As you found, there is so much beauty around . So different all of a sudden. Gorgeous haw frost clinging to simple things and transforming them into an art forms. Thank you for taking us on that lovely walk with Zephyr.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is always so exciting when the first snow of the year falls and paints the landscape white. I hope you have snow one day, again. Take care🦋🌻

[@lionelmarytravels6003]

@@themindfulnarrowboat I've lived my entire 82 years in the South of England, mainly Hampshire. We can , and do get snow, but it's an increasing rarity. Thanks for all your wonderful videos x

[@Earthstein]

Very beautiful book. Thank you for your presentation.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Thank you so much. Take care🌻🦋

[@otter736]

Just amazing pictures!! Thank you !!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@annjarvis9300]

Awww so glad your boat is fixed must have been stressful and you still threr showing nature and lovely scenes with such a smile you do so well tc now the oldies 👍🥰

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is such a relief to be all fixed now. Thank you so much of your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻