# 180 Prepping for a Big Storm and How I Earn a Living on My Narrowboat

We have been in an Arctic blast on our tiny NARROWBOAT home and now a very powerful storm called Isha is on its way! How do I make my boat safe? As the storm pounds the boat, I talk about how I run my business and earn a living from my narrowboat. When the storm is over, I see the impact it's had on the canal which ends up with me taking a big risk on a railway level crossing! Sit back, relax and enjoy. Take care🦋🌻
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[@user-rm5il4uh3i]

Not sure what it is about a British lady's voice. It's very soothing to Americans like me. She could record a record of her reading the phone book and I would buy it.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment; I'm currently sitting here recording the phone book to sell to you! 😂 Thank you so much for your lovely message. Take care🦋🌻

[@georgeburns7251]

@@themindfulnarrowboattoo funny. Thank you for the opportunity to laugh.

[@aussieoma361]

That’s because Americans accents are very harsh.

[@ebbhead20]

Shes a mix of Sally Philips from Smack the Pony and Sian Gibson from Car Share this girl... 😊

[@harry.flashman]

​@@themindfulnarrowboat:)

[@bitsandblocks7826]

Even blustery Isha couldn't spoil the relaxing chilled nature of your videos Vanessa. Have a good weekend!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so relieved that you still found the video relaxing.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@crispyfrogs]

At the rate your art progresses, you’ll be adding “professional artist” to your CV. It’s becoming stunning 🤩

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Practising each week is definitely helping.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@ronwhitehouse23]

You have made a lovely life for yourself, congratulations.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your kindness.Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@ronwhitehouse23]

@@themindfulnarrowboat I lived on my narrowboat "unicorn" for about two and a half years cruising just like you. I no longer have my boat because of other commitments unfortunately. But I still retain wonderful poetic moments I shall cherish for eternity.

[@nathanberry4339]

Isha was my first storm since I moved onto my narrowboat and I was soooo paranoid I was checking the ropes every hour until midnight but I actually enjoyed weathering out the storm on a boat

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Nathan, what a storm to start your lifetime of narrowboat storms- and then Jocelyn was even stronger I thought! It is exciting though isn't it?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@nathanberry4339]

@@themindfulnarrowboat I absolutely loved it the noise was just unbelievable but it's as you said I'm your video it's about being safely moored and being prepared before the storm hits also my boat is as former hire boat and has four massive conservatory style windows in the saloon so I had the perfect viewpoint its like owning my own bird hide

[@joanneowen4540]

So glad to hear you managed ok during the storms and cold.I felt for all the narrowboats and their people as we heard news of storms and flooding in UK..you have such a lovely,calm demeanor as you narrate, but im sure it was scary! Beautiful story of the wrens..al the creatures that forage and endure in Nature.I am hoping to order one of your beautiful journals soon.You touch my heart.Much love from snowy Ontario

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind and thoughtful comment, Joanne! 🤗 The storms are scary as they are so noisy, but it is quite safe on a narrowboat as long as your ropes are secure.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@user-lx4er5si3s]

Once again, I am enthralled by your videos, drawings, and the commentary. It is so beautiful

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@alanturner3551]

Love how you maintain your positive outlook through any and all challenges.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@michaelpilling9659]

Hello Vanessa - greetings from Poland Storms, iced in, blocked in between closed locks and a broken rail crossing - what a time you had. The birds and the snowdrops were really lovely - can't wait for Spring.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It really has been an eventful new year so far! I hope it is warmer in Poland now? I can't wait for spring either.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@31Alden]

Happy and relieved you made it through Isha safely and with no damage to your boat. All souls accounted for! Xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

So am I; it's always such a worry in a big storm. Thank you for watching and commenting. Take care🦋🌻

[@31Alden]

@@themindfulnarrowboat With great pleasure, Vanessa!

[@bradmoyer9737]

Whenever I order something from the internet or out of a catalog, I do so with the understanding that the thumbnail I’m viewing, is a highly stylized, electronically embellished version that some marketing person has envisioned as being able to sell the most of whatever the product is, and only bears a passing resemblance to the actual product. That being said, I just received my copy of “The Nature Journal of a Narrowboater 2022”. I had reasonably high expectations for the quality of the content, from watching the multifaceted creator’s videos over the course of the year. The poetry and artistry weave a tapestry in one’s mind of her journeys and thoughts, and are uniquely wonderful. I was very pleasantly surprised when I opened the package and found a book of high quality materials, beautiful printing and just overall excellent quality. It is a fabulous buy at this price. I will be ordering my 2023 edition shortly. Thank you.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Brad, I held my breath whilst reading your comment as I thought you were going to say that my journal was a disappointment after reading your previous experiences; you should have heard my sigh of utter relief when I got to the end of your comment! Thank you so much for your kindness; I really appreciate it. Have a super rest of the week, take care🦋🌻

[@LoriLeaPouttu]

​@@themindfulnarrowboat😅I am just now finding your KZbin channel and am immediately enthralled! What medium do you use for your artwork? It is very beautiful along with your writings. Looking forward to learning and see more of you here on your channel. :) Your boat is amazing! I live very near the Mississippi River in Minnesota, U.S.A. so of course the boat caught my attention right away! 😄

[@Jana-wz7dr]

That train crossing was wicked as was the storm. The snowdrops make me feel that this winter will soon pass. Bring on spring. Your artwork and writing are lovely 😍

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Definitely bring on spring! 😄Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@atnorthabc]

A truly beautiful account of a winter storm told in a warm and soothing manner I really enjoyed your trip around the museum and your enthusiasm and delight about the exhibit’s passed down to your ordinance and the poem at the end was beautiful. Thank you…

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind comment. Thank you so much! Have a super rest of the week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@hectordelvalle4428]

I truly enjoy your night scenery. Plus the crashing of rain, wind howling, night sky. Most narrow boat vlogs leave these out, and that's a shame. You make it so natural and appealing. Please continue, it is a big plus. Be safe and enjoy your outings.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you enjoyed some nighttime storm footage.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@Shaunatwales66]

You make canal life look so tranquil, I love to take time out and express my feelings through poetry, thank you for a lovely insight into your world of relaxation and beautiful locations 😃

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is great to know that you are writing poetry to convey your feelings too. It's a wonderful way to do that isn't it? Thank you for your lovely comment.Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@user-rc4vu9ur4i]

What an enriched special life you have. Your sweet soul obviously attracts kindness 😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind comment.Thank you so much! Take care🌻🦋

[@annepoitrineau5650]

I once walked the canal path from Hebden Bridge to Todmorden. It was evening, then it was night. The barges looked so cozy. Sometimes a bit of smoke escaped, sometimes I could hear muffled music. Beautiful.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I know exactly what you mean by this. When I walk along the canal in the evening and see the boats' lights and chimney smoke it makes me feel all cosy too. Thank you so much for watching my vlog. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@semperbufo152]

Hi Vanessa.So long awaited vlog,please follow up with more please,and quickly.We look every day for your posts,which we love.The music you use is perfect too.Thankyou.❤😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you look for my vlog every day- that is so kind of you. I post a vlog every Friday at 4:30pm, but if I am unable to put one out, then I put a little post out first explaining.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@shirleygreaves9650]

I don’t think I’ve ever known a winter as stormy as this one. I bet you will be glad when spring finally comes. It was interesting to hear about Josiah Wedgwood, I didn’t know that he was one of the people who fought against slavery. Lovely nature as always, we have some resident wrens in our garden, they are such cute little birds. I hope it’s not too long before you can move on again, winter closures must make it very difficult for narrow-boaters, especially continuous cruisers when you can’t get your essentials like water and diesel. Stay safe and warm all of you. Lots of love. xxxxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It really has been a stormy winter hasn't it? It's great to know that the wrens are visiting your garden as the cold weather makes it so hard for them to find insects and so they go looking for seeds- you're saving the wrens, Shirley!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@annmolloy8600]

Thank you for taking the time to visit Wedgwood. I am originally from Longton but my parents emigrated to Australia when I was 10 in 1960. I returned in 1970 and worked in the offices at Wedgwood Barlaston. We had a couple of royal visits, one from Prince Phillip and another from Princess Margaret and the Queen Mother. I loved every minute of my three years there before coming back to Australia. I had every intention of returning to travel more but fate intervened when I met my future husband on my return journey home. It was an unforgettable time and I made lasting memories. The factory is set in beautiful farm land in Barlaston and as I remember every one I met loved working there 💫🇬🇧🫖. Last time I was there I visited the cafe where the afternoon tea was served on the most beautiful crockery you will find.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a fabulous story; when you next visit, you should add these memories to that wall that I read from. Fancy meeting so much royalty too!Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@4950joan]

Hello again. When we used to caravan we wrapped the aqua rolls in the foam jackets you buy for the hot water cylinders in the house to prevent them freezing

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@heartofahobbit]

Glad to see you made it through the storm OK. I worry about all the narrowboaters there with these harsh storms and flooding! Waiting excitedly for your 2022 and 2023 journals to arrive here in New Hampshire USA! Stay safe! Much love!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I think it always sounds worse on a narrowboat than it actually is. Storm Jocelyn was worse, I thought as it shook the boat a lot more. Thank you so much for buying my books and for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian]

The power and force of nature. Never to be underestimated. Glad that you survived such a wicked storm. The big unresolved question, did you find the “chimney hat”? 🤔👍😀

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

I wondered that too !

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I didn't find my chimney's hat and its head is ever so cold at the moment! 🥶 🤭Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Isha took it and has not given it back! 🤭

[@andersvikingsvensson8762]

Awesome ❤Photage extrodinary .. narratives splendid ..vocal superb ..background music so nice ..All 🙏

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@juliehill2830]

So beautiful Vanessa... Thankyou for sharing. Much love.. Xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@billycaldwell3804]

What a great vlog Vanessa, this time of year the storm's come in thick and fast. Keep your head down and stay safe 🙏 .

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

There have been so many storms this winter; what a hurly burly time!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@Raven1180]

Just ordered one of your beautiful nature journals. Thank you.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@MultaGemems]

Marvellous. You are truly living. Stay safe.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It does make me feel alive to live like this- you're right.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@sianwarwick633]

Thanks Vanessa for being positive organised and creative, during tough weather from freezing rainy Ontario. Glad to hear your community boaters are helping you out too. ❤. And that you're using a post-box for the delivery ! For Huawei, we say Wah-way, although i think there were issues here with that provider/supplier

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I shall be able to pronounce it now! 🤩👍Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@beckyecklund5773]

This is the first time I've seen your channel I love your 🐶 your 🏡 and your poem

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Becky, thank you so much for finding my channel and watching this vlog. Have a super rest of the week. Take care 🌻🦋

[@jeffslater4581]

I love the sound of thunder and lightning, stormy winds and heavy rain or hail bouncing off my windows,it sends me to sleep within minutes. I don't do social media where can I purchase your book. Excellent video as always. Thanks you.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Rain sounds wonderfully calming on a boat, but the bashing of the solar panels in the wind just doesn't have the same effect for me. My book is on Etsy which guests can buy on without creating an account. It's themindfulnarrowboat.etsy.com I appreciate your interest in buying a copy. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@Chrisfeb68]

I love how cozy she seems while the storm blows outside.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for watching. Take care🌻🦋

[@terryrogers6232]

Looks so much like the Erie Canal near where I was born in upstate NY, USA. I also remember the drawing or pencil box. My wife of that time, the 80s on, liked crafts and drawing. Since I had once enjoyed it myself before becoming an engineer, I got a kit as well. We even joined an exhibition together along the canal. We also rode mule drawn narrowboats on the original canal remnants. She passed away in 2010. I remarried a year ago.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What wonderful memories and how special to have ridden mule drawn narrowboats too.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@janetaltybenalmadenacostac3228]

Hi Vanessa, this is the first time watching you tonight, within 3 minutes you had me hooked and subscribed. What a lovely calming video. Thank you from Preston Lancs.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you! I am really pleased that you enjoyed the vlog and subscribed.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@petereg2354]

Wonderful moments of narrowboat life.! Through all seasons.! its exciting.. best wishes for you 3.. x 🌳🍃🐾

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Each season has its own unique set of excitement doesn't it?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@noelio3537]

I watch far too many KZbin videos, and I enjoy all different genres, but there’s a beauty and flow in these that I just don’t see anywhere else. Just fantastic.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind comment and I’m so pleased that you enjoy my vlogs. They are a pleasure to make. Thank you so much 😊 Have a super week. Take care🌻🦋

[@norm5785]

Thank tou for sharing you visit to Wedgewood. Wonderfull housewares.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Wedgewood museum is absolutely brilliant!Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@plainandsimple2576]

Oh I’m so excited for my books! Thank you so much for the tour. The Girls are excited to see the animals.❤ I hope you didn’t suffer to much with the storm! We have warmed up a little, no more carrying water for a few weeks.😊 Be well!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you have all warmed up a little.Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for buying my books too. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@nataliavaldivieso7753]

Wonderful. Thank you x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@ceceliadalzin5887]

love your videos and thanks for sharing these

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb]

Enjoyed the Wedgwood and birdlife and thank you for sharing your experience of Isha.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am pleased that you enjoyed the vlog.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@keithmorris1962]

Just lovely. Thanks

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@katharinebrain3276]

Great video. Thank you.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@g2D1]

I love how she places her hand on the first page and makes a connection!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for watching. Take care🦋🌻

[@vanessascola4708]

61 wrens in a nest box is crazy. Such delightful birds. Very interesting to hear about how you plan your days and work and what it means. So difficult with these storms. What a crazy winter. I have never known such extreme weather. I really feel for you. How exhausting all that walking. Be safe please.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I adore the thought of 61 wrens in a nest box! 🥰 Thank you for your kindness- take care🦋🌻

[@deansmith9232]

Wow wonderful that was spectacular!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, that's really kind of you. Take care🦋🌻

[@user-cg2wy8gr4i]

Special as always!!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@dallassukerkin6878]

:smiles: One of my favourites times in watching a narrowboaters channel is when I recognise where they are :D In this case the most resonant was that foot path near the malfunctioning level crossing :)

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Does it normally malfunction then? Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@dallassukerkin6878]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Ahh no :smiles: My wording was misleading it seems - I just meant that it was malfunctioning in this instance :D Mind you, it does always feel a little 'exposed' and enclosed at the same time when you cross it. I think that is possible because the road is quite narrow and the safety equipment is scaled to suit.

[@jackmullett9198]

Once again delightful to watch.😎

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Jack! Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@malcolmmyatt9092]

What a beautiful soul you are. Thank you for bringing us along ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@WanabeHippie]

Wonderful vlog. Thank you. Stay safe.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@suzannestevens8257]

Lovely to watch my gorgeous country and listen to your contentment! Thks.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@carlpegg3958]

Looks excellent

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@propulsar]

What a lovely video.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@mikehurley5052]

Loved it.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@martiniv8924]

Waiting for this for a while, the canals are calling , thank you Vanessa 🙏🏻

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@annheadley5004]

Your photography and artwork are really fantastic. I love your journals.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you enjoy the vlogs and the journal entries, Ann.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@Earthstein]

I thoroughly enjoyed this presentation.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for commenting. Take care🌻🦋

[@richardstevenson8442]

Having fun watching your videos.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That makes me very happy!Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@brianscott7443]

I love your tea making ritual ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you enjoy that part as I love to make a cup of tea! Thank you for watching and commenting. Take care🦋🌻

[@Red-ns9ny]

Love it ❤ keep safe and warm in the torn sky 🥰😊🦋

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

"torn sky" great phrase! 🤩Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@Red-ns9ny]

@@themindfulnarrowboat it’s funny how words arrive and flow to paper 🥰🦋🐝🌹 have a lovely wknd xx

[@grahamcoffer1720]

Really interesting content.Thank you.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@johnallen148]

Sure was a horrible storm Vanessa two on the trot as we say shame you lost your chimney top did you find it i guess it’s in the canal you will have to get your magnet out ,I hate wind it’s something you can’t see ,well I hope you got through the storms with it to much damage,till next time take care keep safe John 🐕‍🦺🌹🙏🤔🤭😅🫢🫶🧑‍🦽🧑‍🦽

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi John, sadly, I didn't find my chimney hat and then something else has happened to our chimney which you'll see in next week's vlog.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@brianclarke7169]

Excellent. Talented lady. Thank you

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so kind.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@JazzFunkNobby1964]

WOW I have lived nearby on the river Avon for 12 years and never seen it frozen over like that. Your nature art is awesome. A real talent you have. Edit: By the way, that's called a Dip Stick. What Del Boy used to call Rodney.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you! Poor, Rodders! 🤭 Thank you for watching. Take care🦋🌻

[@G0RXA]

Brilliant video and so good to see behind the scenes! Well done, lovely journey and glad you survived the storms! Have a super week ahead.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Let's hope for some calm weather from now on!Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@G0RXA]

@@themindfulnarrowboatJust watched again, did you find your chimney hat?

[@paultaylor9652]

You always seem to capture nature in beautiful colour. Great video again this week and full of interesting facts.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@anitaokearney1970]

Beautiful artwork and poetry in your books

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you.Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@DrBLReid]

Enjoyed the video very much! We will pray for you that God will keep you safe!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@mastercraft5798]

As always, a soothing, relaxing and comforting vlog. You are truly gifted Mrs M.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you found it relaxing! What a kind comment. Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@sandymackrell4098]

What an adventure ! So cozy in your boat during a storm..😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was a bit of an adventure! And you are right, it does feel cosy in the boat when it is wild outside. Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@kimdeakin7678]

You are very talented great video x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@jigln202]

that was Lovely, and what a talented Artist too. Blessings.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you!Thank you for your lovely comment- have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@JaneHughes-gx1pl]

I just love you guys. ❤ I've been binge watching all your VLOGS to catch up with all your adventures. You brighten my day.. Keep doing what you're doing.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you! I am so pleased that you are enjoying the vlogs.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@janroberts1815]

Your work is so beautiful 💗

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Jan. I have a question for you, boaters keep telling me not to moor in Hanley Park; it looks so pretty there, would you moor there? As a local, I think you might be able to help me with this. Take care🌻🦋

[@janroberts1815]

I haven't lived in Stoke on Trent for 46 years since getting married and moving to Cheshire, so can't really comment, but as always take care where you moor, safety in numbers usually. I know there is either a Marina or moorings in Etruria, or there was some years ago

[@stevecam724]

Happy weekend Vanessa, I love storms and the ruckus they bring 😀

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Happy weekend to you too!Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@stevecam724]

@@themindfulnarrowboatfreezing for you but we are entering a heat wave. Tomorrow 30C, then 36C, then 39C, 41C, 40C, 32C, 27C, 28c, 33C. Aussie summers are ok if you don't get the humidity 😆

[@pemman]

Thank you for your lovely and interesting content. Also really enjoyed your poem.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so welcome.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good see you ok after te storm thanks lee

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Lee. I hope you were okay too?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@christineprice5463]

You are living a wonderful life! The canals are beautiful and your artwork is so beautiful. I love my book. So relaxing. 😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Christine, I really do enjoy this lifestyle even when there are storms and empty water tanks, I love it! I am so pleased that you like your book. Thank you so much for buying it. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@anthonybelcher7261]

Hi this was without any doubt a super exciting vlog throughout.l just love watching your totally amazing journey along the wintertime scenic canal. You always make the very best videos that is so interestingly brilliant.❤⭐️👍

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are such a star, Anthony! 🤩Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@johnsutherland6322]

Love your blog Vanessa and your amazing content on wildlife something different every time 🧚‍♀️🧚🏻

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so kind☺️Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@soobee6060]

Loved this video - especially the harp music. Loved the little birds. Yes, I found it relaxing to watch as well. I think you are magical! Sue from NZ

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Sue- thank you so much! I love the sound of the harp too. Have a super week, take care🌻🦋

[@pim1234]

Great drawings !

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@mickharrison9004]

Thanks for your nice and uplifting presentation good lady 😀

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you enjoyed it. Have a super week, take care🦋🌻

[@mickharrison9004]

@@themindfulnarrowboat nice one and I did ,and you too have a good week hope it goes well ,all round for you thanks for sunflower one of my favs 😀🌹

[@arjanvogel6444]

Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless you Vanessa.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@lafarmhouse]

fabulous❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much!Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@keithburgess-zf3vl]

Another great vlog I've only just stating to watch your vlogs so calm to watch

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you are finding the vlogs relaxing.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@chrischristofis8501]

Really nice vlog, im gonna make stick gauges like yours, and its seems worth having some decent fenders, so needed to know all this stuff 👍 thank you Vanessa 😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

A stick gauge will never let you down and the super, spongey fenders are brilliant at stopping the knocking, so I totally recommend getting some of them.👍 Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🌻🦋

[@paulstern8719]

Great Drawings

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Paul! Take care🦋🌻

[@sandyprosser805]

Hi Vanessa what an awful storm, we are very lucky here and it didn’t cause any damage. Loved the video as always, hope you have a calmer week much love xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was a blustery one wasn't it, Sandy? I hope you are okay?Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@user-xw9if1nu8q]

Im impressed

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much. Take care🦋🌻

[@stephenwilkinson3588]

Thanks for another lovely video.Always like to see your latest tales of being on the canals. I love seeing the countryside you go through and all the wildlife you see. Look forward to seeing your future videos. Best wishes to you and your other half and give Zephyr a big hug for me.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@andypandy955]

Beautiful 🥰

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@Wedgedoow]

Very informative vlog, our journal has arrived its so nice to read your poems and the information on the wildlife. Absolute magic. Pete and Lorraine

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you have your journal, Pete and Lorraine! It is so kind of you to have bought it.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@maryodonnell5760]

oh wow...I'm 10 mins in and I keep wanting to stop and say how magical this is!! Thanks for the winter wonderland ...

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you found the vlog magical, Mary.Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care🌻🦋

[@glennclarke9787]

Hi Vanessa. What some weather we've had 🎉Lovely to see you again. Do keep yourself warm. We love your so much ❤ xxx😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

We certainly have had some weather haven't we! Let's hope it all calms down now. 🤞Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@simon-nb-Betsyray]

Evening Vanessa what a few days we had of bad storms, but how well organised and perpared u were but as always something goes wrong. I spent some time back home and even though l thought lwas ready my water pipe froze and broke the shower thermostat causing a gush of water when it was turned on, but that's boat life 😂😂. So nice to see new life pushing up through the ground and buds appearing on the bushes and trees. It's nice when past employees of Wedgewood leave messages of memories of their work years a sign of good employers. I hope u have a lovely weekend.🐕🌳🌧

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Simon- oh no, water gushing inside a boat is always a very scary ordeal! It has been a wild winter hasn't it? I hope it's all sorted for you now? Roll on the spring time! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@kerlyn3582]

You are very talented

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind thing to say.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super weekend, take care🦋🌻

[@markwilliamson9140]

Lovely winter scenery Vanessa. Looks cold 🥶 on the waterways

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was cold, but we have even more on the way now apparently! Thank you for your lovely comment, take care🦋🌻

[@JackWilson-rs5vw]

A great video, the first time i have watched you, it will not be the last. take care

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you enjoyed this vlog.Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Have a super rest of the week. Take care 🌻🦋