2. KEEP MOVING • December Daily

[@MsPuppydogeyes]

Bambi and prairie struggling to cover the rest of the dinner with the dust on the hardwood floor is a vibe 🥰

[@sanjuktasarania5242]

🤣🤣 I literally couldn't focus on Annabelle!

[@bronwyndaniels900]

😂 Same. Didn't know covering food was a thing for cats.

[@annikajohnson2100]

Haha my cats always try and cover their water like that too, which makes even less sense with hardwood

[@annabellegao]

❤️made it! better late than latER haha. p.s. the title of this vlog is inspired/a tribute to both the quote by einstein- "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving" as well as one of my favorite books of encouragement, "Keep Moving" by Maggie Smith. x

[@estherendlerbong]

i felt a little bit emotional during the bicycle part... i've been following your channel for quite a while and i love all your videos. i wish i could express with words how valuable and meaningful i think are some of the moments and content you share with all of us, but i don't really know how to do so, at least right now, so all i'm going to say is thank you (i feel like these words aren't enough, but believe me, they keep a lot of gratitude deep inside). life is a learning journey and here i know i can find little gems like lessons, inspiration and motivation that can help me become the better version of me that i aspire to be. and as for something unexpected and fun that i've done recently... can't really think of anything, but for sure i want to be more loose, leave those unnecessary worries behind and make sure to be present, live the moment and just enjoy life. wish you the best Annabelle! 💜

[@aretamilne3864]

I felt the same way!

[@riiroiro]

i think what struck me the most was when you were talking about waking up with a debt and trying to prove something to reach a zero by the end of the day... these mornings when i wake up there is a sense of urgency and desperation in me as well, a "if i don't get this done i'm in trouble" when it's far from the truth 😪😪 being aware of it does help, but i'm currently stuck in a headspace where i don't know what i can do to change things 😥 thank you for the second december daily! p.s there wasn't really anything that happened unexpectedly lately... and realising this fact makes me reflect on how dry my life has been recently 🗿

[@kyeomorning]

i'm not usually one who leaves behind comments, but i wanted to say that i made some dumplings as a late night snack and sat down just in time to see your new upload! i'll count that as my unexpected plans for today, hehe. i've been around for the past couple of december dailies, and they never fail to bring me moments of peace when i watch them. i definitely teared up (still while eating my potstickers, haha) when reading the captions during your bike riding scene. although you're only a year older than me, you have so much wisdom that i appreciate and try to apply to my own life. thank you, annabelle, for all of your content over the years!

[@ryan_lazar]

we appreciate your editing grind 🙏🏻

[@pinkinthenight4075]

gonna save till watching this in the morning when i get ready so you can keep me company💜

[@annabellegao]

yeees! goodnight to u

[@samuelkruk4414]

An unplanned fun thing was when I took the train to a nearby city and went to see their museum. I really enjoyed that spontaneity and I am planning on going somewhere again this Friday. Going somewhere alone is a great comfort

[@telur_dadar]

that sounds good!

[@catalinasalter3534]

I did the same! Just going out sometimes can be so liberating.

[@TheAfterWorkChannel]

That red dress looks like it was made for you! STUNNING!

[@tanjahu371]

Something unplanned that happened was me suddenly picking up ceramics! I thought there wouldn't enough time in the day to fit it with all my classes and homework...but to my surprise it does ! Its also like a good way to relax and just focus on something else rather than continuously thinking about my school projects ^-^ Ps. It's funny to see Bambi and prairie swipe their paws around at 11:26 ❤️😂

[@micaelaalmarez4947]

In the past three days, I have been feeling low and unmotivated to work. I couldn't stand the pressure and stress I was dealing with but reading these other people's comments and sharing their stories with you(like how you share yours to us) makes me kind of inspired bc you guys make me feel like I'm not all alone. I'm so happy to be here and I will forever cherish our community. Thank you Annabelle you don't just inspire us, you make us feel connected and comforted with the presence of each other. All my love, Micaela

[@aretamilne3864]

[@clairemcnerney]

Everything you talked about at the beginning hit so hard. Any time I have anything on my to-do list I feel like I'm already behind! Working hard to overcome that tho & I'm hoping that having a sense of wonder will help me feel appreciative for the tasks I am doing/want to do/have to do without giving me so much pressure! thank you for your vlogs, they're always so comforting !!!

[@mellowpuff_2732]

Those past two weeks have been really depressing for me but I spontaneously met up with a new friend and we connected so deeply.I even felt the love and connection the days after so that was really unexpected but so wholesome and very much needed

[@peppermintdaises]

I audibly went “wooO!!!” at that seamless transition at 4:56 haha. The editing is 👌 🔥

[@ivds7226]

An unplanned fun thing that happened yesterday was I randomly asked my parents to compete against each other in a dance competition! It was so cute ! They got some serious moves .They are always so stressed out and they don't always have the time to go out so I thought why not just have some quick 10 minutes fun after dinner? It warms my heart to see my parents smiling and grooving to their favorite tunes after a long and hard day of work.

[@celinenaidoo]

Surprisingly fun was renovating my room. Removing the built in cupboards was a cathartic experience and the environment just feels fresher and healthier. It wasn't really planned but I reached a breaking point and so made some much needed changes

[@cariebreytenbach199]

Unplanned fun thing: was driving home from an event and my friend and I went impromptu Christmas light watching. Just listening to relaxing music and soaking in the wonder of it all. Makes me feel grateful. Love your channel Annabelle, thank you for all your hard work. It is such a blessing being part of this space :)

[@svenaj199]

playing genshin with a friend without planing. it just happened naturally and was alot of fun. Thank you for sharing your views and what you wrote at 7:48 - 7:56 really hit home so thank You!!!! hava a great day.

[@Wra8h]

Annabelle

[@D.S.Moon98]

Ur really a blessing Annabelle and you have no idea how much your videos have helped me. We’re the same age and started college at the same time and while u may not know me, u have been a friend to me in hard times. I just moved into my own apartment. This comes after the most tumultuous 4 months of being homeless for a bit, and then renting a room in a random man’s house. Life can change for the better just as fast as it can change for the worst. And I am so grateful for every season that I’ve had. I am so grateful that u share your life with us and allow us to share moments of ours w/ u. Thank you Annabelle 🥰

[@dri8402]

hi annabelle, i follow you for years now and even got to chitchat with you once or twice on ig. i don't think you have any clue how much you have helped me in my life. how many times you kept me company or i celebrated with you. today i'm heartbroken, my recent ex ended things up with me sunday after 2 years and a half of pure bliss and joy, he realised he needed to go his own way. and watching this vlog, reading "you will too", gave me so much comfort. warmed my heart. i know that we watch your videos and there's somehow a distance but i truly feel you are a friend i can come to and you help me constantly. thank you so much, thank you for vlogmas is keeping me company. and yes we will be alright and we have to keep moving.

[@katemcdongle]

I'm a new-grad occupational therapist, I moved from a city to a regional town (in Australia). Over the weekend I drove to visit my colleague in a "nearby" town (an hours drive away..) On my way home I pulled over to enjoy the view and a herd of cows started running across the field toward me.. when they were inline with me they more slowly started walking toward me. I wanted to see if it was me that got their attention or something I hadn't noticed, so I ran back down the road.. they all started running in the same direction as me. It was pretty fun and unexpected.

[@farheens1885]

Reflecting on what you mentioned about waking up with debt made me think of how I feel this way as well, and how recently my therapist asked me a question which I do at times ask myself, if I am a little late or this doesn't go 'as expected', "what is the WORST that can happen?" Truly really helps put things in perspective and gives me a sense of peace. Thank you for this lovely vlog Annabelle

[@melissaforeman7055]

Sitting here binging all of the videos I’ve missed on a sick day. I stopped watching all tv for a while but I MISSED your videos! Just want you to know how full my heart feels watching you. I’m inspired and hopeful and alive. Even though I currently feel dead 🤧 Thank you for being so true to yourself and sharing with us 🤗

[@Bamgeutcutiepie]

New York life looks so much fun. Full of chaos and people having so many options and used to people everywhere. Kindness and chaos. You’re so pretty in that dress. You seem to have many great friends and great relationship with your family. Seems like I am watching episodes in a tv show. You’re the main character in New York hahaha. That’s what I love about a big city. I love drowning in an ocean of people and feeling free to be whoever I want to be. This video really moved me. I’m not sure why. Maybe I just miss the city.

[@angelsky155]

I almost cried at the beginning. I feel stuck and powerless in my situation. Today everything went wrong I feel like a failure. A friend unexpectedly cancelled a trip we had planned, I worry that I won't be able to travel when she wants. I'm angry because I was ready to go. I feel like she just didn't think of me when she did it, I feel hurt. I'm sorry for this rant but your video was a blessing to my day, no matter how bad things get, we have to keep moving. Love you 💐 kisses from Argentina

[@annikajohnson2100]

An unplanned fun thing I did recently was go out to cider in between classes with a friend of mine from school who I’ve always really wanted to get to know better. It went so well and was so fun and we made plans to do something else later which is awesome! 🖤

[@trinatybarber7421]

Annabelle, I have followed you for years and I have to say you are growing so, so beautifully. you really seem to be enjoying this journey you're on and I love sitting by you, with you almost, and experiencing the pieces you allow us to see. I hope these cold December days are treating you kindly

[@magargz]

Something unexpected and fun that i did recently was watching this chocolate show with my boyfriend, we almost never spent time together so that was really nice-

[@aretamilne3864]

Today was unexpectably sunny and hot after weeks of rain and weeks more of rain to come and so I;ve spent it sunbathing swimming and eating ice cream and it was the best day I've had in a while. I kind of hate just how much the weather affects your mood and how you spend your day but at the same time I respect that you don't fully appreciate the sunshine without having experienced the lack of. Thanks for the vloge

[@anadacosta4043]

I had never heard of body neutrality before and it really resonated with me, thank you for sharing your thoughts and the work you do on yourself. It's very helpful! I have to admit, I actualy struggle to do things spontaneously, even when its spontaneous, it's still kind of planned. I never think of something, get up and do it. I guess it's something I also need to work on. Here is to hoping that my life will be just even a little bit more spontaneous in 2022!

[@bleuhanle]

Last thurs I went out with my sister after a long day in college I was tired and had lots of things to do but I really needed a good laugh, and I didn’t regret it

[@brygoatart]

This made me tear up (for a lot of reasons) because it reminded me that all we can do is keep moving, and not worry so much about a final destination. Things have been hard lately. Today, I decided to try and greatly reduce/cut out dairy for personal reasons and my little foodie brain was sad. But this made me feel better. And I know, even if I eat dairy and feel like I failed, that I just have to keep moving. Something fun and spontaneous I've done recently was going to a downtown ramen place with my friends. We all got spicy ramen and it was very delicious :)

[@kalliniki_]

hope you are well annabelle

[@jaredvlogs8891]

I can't believe i've watched your videos for at least 3.5 years? Internet can be so horrible and terrifying but it also enables you to feel comforted and somehow connected to people living on the other side of the world. we're technically strangers but i feel like we're growing old together. and it's not a bad feeling at all. just wanted to leave this here!

[@DailyAmyK]

I appreciate you being so genuine with us and sharing thoughts about how you always “feel like you are behind”. I’ve recently been feeling how I want to also do things more than just getting by. Please update us as you continue your journey as you are not alone in it ❤️

[@DailyAmyK]

Something that I did spontaneously that was fun was to get some new LPs. It felt like a treasure hunt in the store!

[@BeanieBB333.]

I got lost in a concert parking lot with my best friend of 15 years and instead of getting frustrated, we danced at all the songs people were playing in their cars. So much fun and such a good, unplanned moment :)

[@mitochondreuh]

hi Annabelle, just wanted to say that I found your channel i think a year and a half ago? and absolutely binged all (and i do mean ALL) the videos you've put up since your RISD + highschool days. my favorite series of yours have always always been December Dailys because they have such a homey feel to them. you feel like such a close friend despite never having met before and i relate to a lot of struggles you've mentioned throughout your time on KZbin. just wanted to thank you for always providing a safe space for me to come back to when i'm feeling vulnerable/a bit down. all the love to you, your cats, and your family!! thank you for being who you are because it makes me feel like i can be myself too.

[@subear14]

I had a moment of realization when you spoke about waking up in the morning and trying to balance out a debt over the day, I related to you and I didn't even know that's what I felt these last few weeks. Thank you for putting it in words

[@sarahkamarudin5041]

Your December daily has been what’s keeping me alive so far. I have had a lot of unexpected things happen but it was much more stressful then fun- but nevertheless grateful for the life I’m living. P.S I appreciate your editing. Love your style very much. ✨

[@paletteproblems3728]

I went and did a little shopping at some local stores which I hadn't planned on this weekend! It was wonderful

[@smoleart]

!!!! i loved that little beginning monologue. it was so sweet. definitely a great start to the morning, and the BJ fog quote got me feelin some type way. :-')

[@aynsleem]

ahh so comforting and cozy 🫖🐈‍⬛ also thank you for being so authentic and honest about life and your becoming, it always makes me smile and fall more in love with our humanness

[@isaliu]

So heartwarming! One lil unexpected fun thing that happened to me was... I recently joined a new internship and I'm having more fun than I thought, made a new friend, and saw a poodle today!!

[@anudsara4446]

This video has got to be my favourite (out of a plenty others I have marked as a favourite) vlog of yours. Thank you ever so much for putting my heart at ease, always. This links to your question on something unplanned going on. well, before watching this video, i was just done grumbling at the amount of tasks i have to accomplish this week. so many. just so many that i feel like screaming. crying. And in this heartfelt video, you talked about waking up with debt, rushing to reach that zero balance- oh my god. ive always hated spending my mornings ruminating over things that are not fulfilling. but sometimes i can't help it, and so work catches up to me, making me forget about the peace and quiet state i want to envelop myself in. i digress. this unexpected sharing is what makes me appreciative of your vlogs. this is not the first time as well :) somehow, when my head's a mess i will find my way to your vlogs- which are always the recent releases i havent watched, and i will finish it feeling comforted by the unexpected moments/advices/ramblings/cat scenes that you include in them. you are like my spiritual calling when things get hard haha. but yes, that is the unexpected happening that i take comfort in today, and on other days. thank you Annabelle. truly. wishing you well and till the next one! lotsss of love for you

[@123alyssarox]

Most spontaneous thing I’ve done in a while is adopt a cat about two weeks ago! He’s the absolute sweetest and is slowly learning how to play with our dog ❤️ Your videos are beyond calming and I can’t wait to see where December takes you! ✨

[@MariaSilva]

i love you annabelle!! this was beautiful 💗💗 i can't believe we get so many new videos from u this month !!! this is just so great T_T

[@twocorndogs]

holy shit that dress looked STUNNING on you

[@thea4868]

Thank you for your content and wisdom! 💖 Have been a silent viewer these years, but I want to try and support creators more 😊 Had a spontaneous call with a friend and we talked about difficulties we experienced. I realised we had more in common than thought and I am grateful that I am trusted 😌

[@celineludewig987]

Recently I went to see a new friend and we went for a long walk. It was really nice to get to know her better!

[@MsPuppydogeyes]

Unplanned fun thing: I took a day off on Sunday! I woke up early, ready to conquer my day, but something just felt off… I felt like mentally I was struggling and I needed a bit of a battery recharge. I did a few chores, felt worse, and then just said fuck it! I cancelled all plans, took a long nap, cooked and ate my favorite meal, and relaxed in the garden. Best use of my day 👍🏻

[@lucybrooksbank4264]

I started watching you when you were in your first year at RISD and fell in love with your dorm vlogs. You still continue to keep me captivated with your blogs

[@steph5546]

excited to watch this!! loving the cloud-like titles in the thumbnails 💛

[@janeosun]

unplanned fun: spontaneous date!!!! so excited you’re moving to bk annabelle 💓

[@notkaitsu]

i just wanna thank you for posting :)) my exams are coming up and ive been studying nonstop because im so anxious- this is such a pick-me-up!! i really appreciate the videos youve been putting out, theyre the absolute best thing ever ☺️☺️

[@maryamaaaaaaaaa]

an unplanned fun thing i've done recently is doing jigsaw puzzles online. Thank you Annabelle for the lovely vlog 🥰

[@Esheonearth]

I went to a ballet class spontaneously! Have been meaning to for a while but laid it off every week and was going to lay it of this week too but for some reason I didn't which I'm so happy about :,) I had so much fun! Thank you fro the video Annabel :) Congrats on the apartment yaaaay

[@turtleboy7102]

thank you for posting your videos! they really help cheer me up and i really appreciate you taking your time to put small details into every shot. much love and be gentle

[@magdalene5014]

loving the December dailies so so much

[@pietradeister767]

honestly i felt very emotional with your words at the beginning of the video 🤍you are always so inspiring and i'm really appreciating the december dailies :)

[@anikae.1528]

Really needed to hear that thing about starting the day with a zero balance, thank you!!!

[@水仙子-c4e]

I had a hard day today and this video made me feel so relaxed I'm so grateful 🌸

[@ianjerome8243]

ur such a great storyteller! can’t wait for the next one. wishing u all the best, annabelle 👋🏻🤍

[@lauraroman620]

Lol mysterious Annabelle reading while eating dinner, very main character moment

[@lois.eunice]

the best unplanned things include finally getting myself to walk outside when the december sun came out

[@gremnda]

i was having a gloomy day and your video made my whole mood better

[@charlottedennison5019]

Something unplanned that I did recently: stopped by a huge Christmas lights display in a park that we were driving by, about 30 minutes from my apartment. It's such a beautiful time of year!

[@littlemessye7447]

really enjoy watching your December Daily! Can't wait for the next one

[@beanzburg888]

Pleaaaaseee I started crying when you were biking and had the text on the screen 🥲 WE WILL KEEP MOVING AS LONG AS WE LIVEEEE

[@beanzburg888]

I think I need to do some more unplanned things again I couldn’t think of a recent one HAHAH

[@lluc3494]

My fun unplanned thing of today was going downtown with my mom and buying some cute hair clips ! ✨🌷💖

[@noonghazi]

The joy you bring me with your videos 💕

[@sabrinahsu9567]

unplanned and done recently: went to a restaurant and ate alone for the first time and it was acutally such a nice experience

[@mlmincey95]

These are so nice to watch especially during quarantine ❤️ I’m so glad to see you doing good. I still remember your vlogs in your dorm room at RISD

[@katja8559]

alwas keep on moving my heroine!

[@sabrinahsu9567]

that biking footage really be making me cry

[@alisonagaloos]

Thank you annabelle. ❤️

[@cloud__]

this particular one is really heartfelt. Love your december daily videos :D

[@riiroiro]

a december daily!!!! this is the earliest ive ever been im so excited hehe 💜

[@cafeconjams]

i really love how you do your eyeliner

[@mikaylaangela]

love love love you. Your words are an encouragement to me ❤️

[@laurenrivas4740]

unexpected call with kind and understanding friend :)

[@alexccen]

Oh my gosh the little ootd text being a cherry 🍒 is so cute 😭😭😭

[@annabellegao]

Thank you :D having fun adding lil touches when i hand draw hehe

[@juliayk]

hmm an unplanned thing that was fun? The fact that I can't think of one speaks volumes of my recent days T_T after exams, I'm hoping to come up with lots of answers for that question! (but one planned thing that was fun was cookie decorating with my family. It was ugly sweater themed :))

[@mackylee]

ahh i love craft fairs too and i can totally see you having your own booth one day! :')

[@jessicasosa9598]

I last minute decided to go to an anime con with my friends on Saturday, it ended up being fun!

[@ssimonelouisee]

Really needed that message at the end

[@beingintroubleisafakeidea]

An unplanned fun thing I did recently was go out to breakfast for the first time in almost 2 years! I was sat outside in the rain by myself but it was still really nice, haha. Thank you for sharing another lovely, thoughtful vlog with us.

[@briannaflood8066]

I drove two hours home just to get dim sum! I was supposed to go with my brother but he bailed, but a new friend I made this semester in college happened to be in the area and she joined me instead. It was a lot of fun and the food was yummy :-)

[@ananthudupa8876]

I took a walk along the beach spontaneously on a trip to LA and watched the sunset with my girlfriend. It was beautiful.

[@juanairiscastaneda1909]

I haven’t really done anything unplanned recently. If anything my schedule has become the unusual strict schedule. I think because of my dad getting COVID two months ago, I found myself looking for something to remain under my control. I really want to get a helix piercing but I’m not sure when. I just turned 22 and i want it to be a gift to myself. I feel iffy about it since it means defying my parents, but then again, will i live my life pedaling a two person bike? Ironically, as a child i learned how to ride a bicycle very young, to the point my parents ay i learned to pedal before i could walk. So yes, i think this quote spoke to me. Thank you Annabelle for letting us grow with you. Much love. -Juanairis

[@yo.chelse]

havent done anything spontaneous, but since you asked, I will go get my fave tiramisu from a nearby coffee shop to reward myself after taking my hardest final haha. also EEE new apartment? must be exciting 🤩can't wait to hear the deets

[@sereneyii]

i finally read the three volumes of manga i bought about a year ago (i’ve already watched the anime but i bought the manga first and finally got around to reading all of them!)

[@Katherout]

this intro was PROFOUND!!!!!!

[@peppermintdaises]

a fun unplanned moment was when I got boba on Friday 😂 I did not expect to have boba that day…it was yummy

[@sadramirez]

hope you’re resting 💗

[@clairemcnerney]

something unplanned and fun: I spent 3 hours reading a book a few nights ago & it was so delightful & cozy!

[@SolsGarage]

What an insane climbing gym!

[@impossidan1851]

i loved this episode 🥲

[@pnytailgrl]

So excited to watch! Hope you take a break after all that editing!

[@heytherejuliee]

We went out to dinner unexpectedly last night and it was really special :)