2024 Vlogtober: Day 2

[@patriciacarey-hill850]

It is so very nice to hear how happy you are. Love that you and Steven are filling your home with laughter. That’s the best!!!

[@christinacolville5739]

Oh I have missed your videos so much. You have no idea just how much watching them is helping me right now. Reminding me of a simpler time. I lost a very loved aunt a few weeks ago. She had been in a coma for over two months after a motorcycle accident. You truly bring so much joy, I hope you know that.

[@zander88990]

So Sorry about Bubba's Toby. He was a great pet and had an amazing life Prayers for you and Steven and Mable.

[@stitchybeach7090]

Welcome back, great to see you again! So very sorry about your loss of Bubbas. We lost one of our sweet dogs this year as well, so I feel your grief. Looking forward to watching Vlogtober. Yes to the recipes for sure!

[@erinmcquay3955]

When you said “old school vlogmas”, I got straight up giddy! I live for a nighttime skin routine and early pajamas!

[@ilkamiranda2037]

HI. I just lost my baby 6yrs old. Still young and out of nowhere. I still cry every day. Im going to read your post about Bubba.

[@callalacey]

I’m so sorry

[@MariaHernandez-zc1np]

Sending love your way.

[@dawncampbell9385]

So very sorry

[@jancarlson2165]

Hugs and love to you❤

[@e.miranda4138]

It is so hard. All they do is love us.

[@MollyKay452]

Loving my mornings with Christopher!!! When you talked about your family your joy was priceless. You are such a bright light💕💕💕

[@dianalovestoplan]

So glad you are back! I had ankle surgery in September so totally missed that you were back. So sorry to hear about Bubbas…he was so important to us all as well and it’s so hard to say goodbye. My husband and I moved from Missouri To Pennsylvania last October and same with our cat. Shortly after the move we had to make that same hard decision and I still hurt over it. Glad you have Mabel to help heal. My husband and I made the big move too and it was so scary to just jump like that and same for us. Our house sold so fast and we had to get out …we purchased a new build because it was all we could find, but we love it so far. I’m now closer to my family now too and got out of the rut I was in too. Glad you are doing so well and are healthy and happy!

[@pamdleve]

I love dogs so much! They bring you joy everyday. Bubbas was such a special dog.

[@denabruni9086]

Miss your old saying at the end of each Vlog about being kind. It was such a lovely ending. But glad you are back, happy and healthy!

[@Mstewart21]

Same!!

[@GaleGurl]

VLOGMAS! VLOGMAS! VLOGMAS!

[@shananigans0117]

I’m healing from surgery and needed something calming to watch, your videos always have that effect, thanks 🙏 Happy you’re back to making videos ❤

[@misciasimmons5337]

Thank you so much for posting the link, doing the drive, and speaking about it. My mom and aunt are safe, I have heard from cousins, and friends, but so many people did not make it. So many people have lost so much. I am so sorry about Bubbas.

[@b-h3830]

I’m so amazed and impressed with your attitude about losing thousands of dollars in items during the move. It is very instructional to me on how “it’s just things”. Life is too short to fret, stress, and worry about that. Thank you for sharing and I will never forget that lesson❤

[@teresajones5973]

Mable is a beauty❤ I can see in your face and hear it in your breathing that you are so much more relaxed. I’m so glad you made the change and I can’t wait to see you and your mom together during vlogmas!

[@susanq24]

I feared the news of Bubbas was coming when you were speaking just about Mabel. I'm so sorry Christopher. We went through the same thing with our 17 1/2 yr old lab and my heart breaks for you and Steven. However, it's great to hear how happy you are in NC. Can't wait for Vlogmas this year.

[@allysondunfee4479]

Yes Christopher it’s so hard to lose them sorry to hear about Bubbas and am so glad your back

[@MariaHernandez-zc1np]

Oh the joy I felt when I saw the Day 2 notification pop up.🎉🎉 Coffee made and watching now. 🥰🥰

[@teresagalvin9956]

So happy to hear that you are in a better place mentally, location wise, & job wise. So sorry 😞 to hear of Bubba’s passing. He definitely lived a long good life. 🤗☺️🥰

[@jennsmith4629]

Missed your face sir. Your videos are filled with so much love, kindness and honesty. I am over the moon that you are happy and doing well.

[@cathykin514]

@christopherallen we continue to honor sweet Bubba's memory. Ms. Mabel is so sweet 🐩 I'm sorry about the lost things. Was your Delonghi lost? My daughter's quit working suddenly. I'm excited to see you with family during the holidays (or anytime). I'm not going to tell you how many times I've watched the Thanksgiving video with you & your Mom😂❤ 🙏 🐕 🌻 Love your home office & Steven's desk/chair! ❤

[@carolechamberlain1766]

I’m so happy you’re back on KZbin.

[@ygary01]

Seeing you this morning made my day! I love your vlogtober it really gets me motivated. Missed you dear friend.

[@lck21]

So happy to see your heart filled with peace and blessings of life.

[@lorrainethompson4830]

I'm so very happy for you and can't wait to see Steven. You have a beautiful glow of happiness on your face. Welcome back!!!!!!! Sincerely with Love Lorraine 💞

[@bythelakeside]

well, this is the video I have been waiting for. Hearing you talk about the move, the changes you made, and how you have entered a new phase of life is wonderful. I can see the difference in you, obviously as you speak, but even how you carry yourself with a little more lightness and your true self is shining. I am SO happy for you. And I say better late than never! xoxo PS. I loved your house before, but I think I love your new place even more. It carries your new energy and it is welcoming and gorgeous.

[@nancyg323]

So glad you're doing well! I hadn't realized how much I missed your videos until you said you had books to share!!! Looking forward to it. Wise words in this Q andA!!! Thank you.

[@constancegarcia8053]

I'll keep you and your family in my prayers for the loss of your beautiful dog. 🌹

[@cosytidyhome3095]

So so sorry to hear about Bubbas, he was so special and loved. Really glad youre back and enjoying your vlogs again so very much❤

[@lettermansgirl90]

Your videos really pick me up and give me optimism. Like so many, I’ve be going through some things. I’m very grateful to you. Thankyou❤️🇨🇦

[@lorrainegoodman6435]

Oh wow I can't contain my excitement ❤I have missed you my friend ❤️

[@Tracey-]

Christopher, this was beautiful. I am so happy for you, to be so full of love and peace. 😊❤

[@shellyashcom7918]

So happy to hear how well you & Steven are doing.❤ You are so relaxed & at peace. I just love this for you! This move was just what you both needed. Loving having you back though😉👍🏻

[@SBMcmillan1]

I’m sooo happy you’re BACK BABY!!!!! Wanted to share that I was checking out the new Goop collab at CB2 and their holiday decor is stunning! It is SO you! Love you!

[@donush9139]

Enjoy Your New Home its Very Very Beautiful. Loved how you Decorated your home.

[@paulataylor9702]

It is so nice to see you smiling and so happy. Thank you for this video.

[@charlenewilliford6957]

Love your new life❤We loved Bubba also. So much love went to heaven with him

[@cassandrawilliams3414]

That’s when you know it’s right when God opens all doors 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@DawnMatthews-wx8mw]

So happy to see VLOGMAS and you’re back🎉

[@Mdshuler]

So glad you are back to vlogging. And that you are so happy! You are one of my faves. Happy for you

[@jennifervallo8244]

I’m so glad you’re back and happy and healthy ❤

[@drewsartsymom]

So happy that you’re happy! We made a move similar two years ago and it was the best things that ever happened to our family! Enjoy!

[@laurajoli576]

"I think you need to know when to leave the party." Great advice!

[@skylilly1]

Good ol Southpark mall. I used to love going there and Carolina Pottery by Carowinds. I always wondered if it was still there. I don’t know why we stay so long in a place that we know we should be leaving. There has to be a reason behind it. Maybe we get into a certain comfort zone, but I definitely get what you mean by that. 😊

[@sharischmidt4712]

Your happiness is evident 😊 It's wonderful to see you relax and enjoy your life. Best of everything to you and your family ❤️

[@melanieantoine5791]

So glad you’re back and it looks like you’re loving your peace!! My sister lives in Charlotte and I can’t wait to go visit her.

[@bridgette712]

Thank you for sharing about relief efforts ❤

[@thuff1947]

So sorry to hear about Bubba. You &Stephen gave him a beautiful life. Glad to see you are settling in nicely to your new place - that of course you have turned into a home.

[@Lemonpeel2021]

The message you’re conveying is when it’s time don’t be afraid for the transition. That message has been coming to me from the time I woke up this morning. Also this whole time I thought that you were located more south than Rochester.

[@deniseparker4118]

Hello, My condolences to you and Steven.

[@eydiegarcelon8889]

It is SO wonderful to get caught up with your life again, Christopher! I am looking forward to many of your recipes! Maybe you will update us on what you are using for a planner now? What kind of job do you have now? Is it the same type of work you had before? Wonder if you will shop with the same lady for Christmas? She has the best store ever! Also...... are you not going to do your signature endings anymore? Miss them, but always love you and your family. Greetings from Northern Minnesota. 💜

[@staroliva6502]

Iam so happy for you and Steven . By experience changes and moves are good.❤

[@tracymitchell400]

So glad you're doing well. If you finally do what you might regret, what's to regret? Save the regret for what you don't do.

[@sandyseibelhager7131]

I'm sorry for your loss. 18 years is amazing. Can you please share what you feed them?

[@Kindlelover88]

yes 👍 for being happy!!!!!!❤❤❤

[@michelestorms3497]

Loved Bubba! Sorry for your loss ❤

[@WildflowerNJ1]

So happy you are back, Christopher! Bubbas had so much love....we all wish every dog can have that. Hugs to you, Steven and Mable x

[@wendybecker4223]

Glad that you feel so healthy now. By the way, tell your family and friends that they are ON NOTICE, so get camera ready for Vlogmas! Can't wait to see you guys laughing and having fun. Yippee!

[@zebralove2840]

You mentioned taking your medicine, in earlier posts I believe you mentioned being off all meds. I hope you are receiving good medical oversight. I am a little surprised with Steven being a lawyer that you didn't at least count boxes, what a shame you guys didn't, could have been precious irreplaceable stuff.

[@azshoppingprincess4298]

You deserve to be happy. My friend you only live once❤

[@sandyjacobson9483]

Yay! Can't wait until vlogmas!!❤🎉

[@geneakearns2996]

It's so great to have you back! Happy Autumn!!!

[@tia1629]

My cat perked up when you started talking to Mabel 😅

[@kelleysigler9759]

I'm so glad to see you again!

[@robertju6352]

Sorry about Bubba, I understand how you feel, I lost my cat 3 years ago, and I miss her every single day. 😢😢 Miss the ending of your videos. It was so nice. Have a good week. Thanks for being here!!!! Take care, Nina in Seattle

[@james44graham]

Welcome back to the Queen City. You have found my favorite shop to spend time and money. Paper Skyscraper!!!! I can never leave this store without finding things I didn't know that I needed. LOL!

[@juliearmstrong8781]

It is so good to see your face, my friend. I’m so happy you are so happy.

[@jmc9937]

Amen..you deserve the best!!

[@daliam.rodriguez7572]

Christopher,we are always pushing ourselves to hard,even though we’ve been retired 18 yrs,it’s like I am in a hurry,for what ,nothing,enjoy slow down,life is short ,old saying but it’s true,God has given us this beautiful life,let’s pray for the unfortunate ones🙏🏽💖🇨🇱🤠Dalia from south Texas

[@maddied58]

Great video and glad you’re back!!! 😊

[@ChristyAnn0213]

Loved today’a vlog and hearing all the updates. Sooo glad you are back. Happy Vlogtober! 🍂🍁🎃

[@HannahBMann]

Vlogmas too! He's spoiling us!! ☺

[@christined2495]

Love the house, but I am so sorry about Bubba, what a beautiful life he lived… You moved out of Charlotte when I moved here from Long Island…. 13 years ago… welcome back I love SouthPark Mall too…. You really look so happy,and content… so happy for you and Steven

[@colmic6532]

You sound so happy, I am happy for you ❤️

[@trudyyvonne1965]

You look so different and so much in a better place. Your story is close to home with my husband being in a depressive state and suffering from anxiety since Covid with not being able to see our girls who live in another state here in Australia and also his mum and dad. He had to travel to work every day which was classed as a red zone so he couldn’t go anywhere else. So glad we are through all that. He got help and is now through the other end. Hopefully to top it all off he can move onto another career path soon as his old job was and is still part of the problem. Some people just don’t know how to deal with anxiety in the work place or don’t want to, so for my husband’s mental health it’s time to move on after 18 years of employment at this particular job. Which is sad as it is with some family members. We also lost our dog Sophia 🐶🌈 last year with cancer and she was only 7. We have recently got another puppy which helps a lot. I listen to you for inspiration and you have helped a great deal. So thank you 🙏 😊

[@leticiatoraci9855]

You are always so full of good vibes, thanks for lifting mine.

[@paulathomson]

Just thank you for sharing ...we have missed you Bubbas - such a loved dog Go Mabel Go

[@jancarlson2165]

Hello Christopher 🍁🍂🎃👻🧡🖤 I was smiling ear yo ear when you talked how youre so close to family, your nieces going to your work, holudays, even teared up. So happy for you both!! 🍁🍂🎃👻🧡🖤

[@toniearling2953]

Glad to see you so happy ❤

[@TerrieAlvarez-uu3pe]

I'm sorry about Bubbas😔it's good to have you back. happy to hear you found people that are good and kind.😊

[@naturesmistake955]

Yayyyyyy 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤ Vlogmas old school

[@grenier70]

I just love hanging out with you. 🥰

[@linnybee8000]

I'm so happy that you have found your happiness! I love watching you cook. I've missed you so much, but I understand why you've not been making videos and I'm so glad you took that time for yourself. I'm so excited for Vlogtober!! And, Vlogmas! Welcome back and say, "Hi" to Steven and Mabel. xo~linda

[@cheryllaity2369]

Vlogmas!!!!!! Yes!!!!!!! 🎄

[@ANTOINETTEATFUN]

New here to the channel and loving it already ❤️

[@susanchaney5059]

Your videos just make me so happy, thank you!

[@lmdean1231]

So happy to see you back on KZbin!!

[@lauranielsen7465]

Thankyou for this lovely and honest and HAPPY vlog!! Xx

[@micheleklein7317]

My ❤ is so happy for you all 🎉! And I’m happy for me because you’re back. Slow mornings are the bomb. And little “dream” jobs that I always wanted to try now that I’m retired. 🌼🎃🐾😘

[@hockey3boys]

Yes, to recipes!

[@staceyleighrobertson]

Binge watching to catch up. Always enjoy my coffee with Christopher time! Today my little Tri-Merle is posted up and very interested in your recipe:) ☕️ xo, S

[@sprice5876]

So glad to see you! You're looking good. Sorry about Bubbas💜

[@Orangeblossomblog]

I make similar balls but also use dates and protein powder and blend everything in the food processor

[@kajsa78kajsa]

I´m so sorry about Bubbas ❤

[@tkla05]

Yes to the refried beans and cheese burrito!

[@TH-yz9es]

I. Making your recipe for lasagna soup tonight!! We love it, I’m so happy for you and glad you’re back!

[@KellyVWeber]

I lost the entire contents of my craft room in a move. Including my sewing machine and my collection of vintage crochet crochet books.

[@cindyfogarty8071]

Nice to see you at peace 😊❤

[@HannahBMann]

Blind faith works out. Love that.

[@csmtcqueen]

Christopher looking so stylish in his hoodie at 5:30 am. 😊

[@nicolebricknell7386]

Just out of pure curiosity, do you think the items lost in your move were intentionally “stolen” or more like “misplaced/left behind”? So glad to have you back! 👻