53. Meet Grandfather - Living Alone in Wales (April 2024)

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Video Journal about life in Wales after living in London for 20 years. With dreams of growing food and flowers on a smallholding / homestead. Aiming to become fitter and healthier in my 50s.
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[@seanjamescameron]

Last night was the first night with the clock and didn’t hear them at all throughout the night. First I heard them was 6am.

[@sharonjojo]

Another beautiful clock of a time gone by & I hope they will come more into fashion in these present times; pulls at the heartstrings if these glorious pieces are forgotten about. 👍🏻🕰💖

[@darlenebradley6756]

I have several chiming clocks, including a lovely grandfather with the Westminister chimes...I was going to comment that you would not likely notice the ringing after a bit. We tend to habituate to certain sounds in our house. I used to jump every time the ice maker in the freezer dropped a load of ice and refilled the moulds! After awhile, I never noticed it. Dittos the sprinkler system (I had one of those when I lived in Florida)! It would come on at 5:00am -- that one took a little while to get used to!

[@sonjabirch5533]

Oh I love your Grandfather Clock!

[@V.C.S69]

Us older generation remember having a special shopping bag or basket for the veggies, potatoes went I’d first then the greens and root veg, the only items in paper bags was mushrooms and tomatoes. I was from a large family and only one old style dustbin was used each week, no black bags. We were far more environment friendly than today.

[@wendymitchell4004]

I think Sarah Raven needs to know how the plants are being shipped. Will stop future orders

[@seanjamescameron]

Just sent a tweet.

[@serenadm6619]

@@seanjamescameronlet us know how you get on , I have had plants from Sarah Raven before and they were fine, mind the best packaged plants I have ever received were from patch plants , when it came it was a cardboard set of drawers that you pulled out to get you plants , I was amazing :)

[@louisegolder3276]

Ive had Sarah Raven plants for the first time this year. They were beautifully packaged and even though I thought they were more expensive, they were better, bigger plants with much better roots than I've had from other suppliers. I think you were just unlucky Sean. AMAZING grandfather clock for 60 QUID!!!! I can't believe it !!!! Good for you. Enjoying your vlogs and looking forward to seeing your plot come on.

[@1Melody1963]

Your new clock is beautiful. One of my fondest memories from my grandmother, she always had a clock in her bedroom that had been in her family for a long time. All night, the soft sound of ticking would put me to sleep. She passed away in 1983, I miss her very much.

[@kimberley1195]

Hi Sean I absolutely love your clock imagine a winters night with your cosy fire and reading a book while the clock ticks away it’s beautiful,have a lovely weekend 😊

[@ghislainechandler6]

I was left mum and dad’s clock when they both died, been sat in my house for years without being wound up, it’s now ticking and chiming away happily, funny the house feel more homely now, thanks Sean.x

[@rochellezimmerbishop4681]

I live in Georgia in the US near the Appalachian mountains, and our wilderness looks identical to your wilderness. We were once all one piece of land stuck together in the Triassic. A lot of Scots settled in the Appalachians as it reminded them of their homeland. I made the butter soup you were talking about, it sounded so good, and simple. But I added green beans, celery and carrots. Haute cuisine for the poor man! Hey, it was superb!

[@lowland1]

Just thought I should mention that a friend of mine once tried repairing a grandmother clock and it terrified him because he didn't realise that the springs were so strong and he almost lost a finger/eye

[@louise8582]

That’s a shame about the Sarah Raven plants, get in touch with them, they’ll send you out new ones. No small company deliberately try’s to send out damaged goods. I know you bought from Crocus last time and your rose was nicely packaged, also try Rosys Cottage garden plants , really nice plants and so well packaged, she has a KZbin channel too, Rosy Hardy Gardening.

[@seanjamescameron]

I used to chat to her every time I worked at Chelsea Flower Show, didn’t know she had a channel. Will subscribed! Thanks.

[@ChristineHillier67]

Good morning Sean, I started watching the video while I was washing up and when you said I'm going to go too good to waste, but I'm not buying anything.i thought to myself famous last words and lo and behold you buy the clock!😂 It made me laugh for a couple of minutes because you are exactly the same as I am! I really don't blame you,the clock is beautiful,such intricate details and handy that the other key fits! Perhaps you could write on your calendar a reminder of when to wind it up.Take care Sean 💜

[@Mff48]

Yup,that will be me too!!

[@susanyates4233]

String bags, we had them at home in the fifties. The clock is a bargain, looks quite modern. My grandfather is ancient. going back several generations. I have three clocks which chime, and I rarely hear them.

[@helenprocessofgrowing8007]

Those unlabelled plants look like Mimulus aka monkey flower.

[@juliesurridge8318]

Many years ago my mother and Farther had a mantle clock that bonged every hour.My Farther decided to stop the sound,their neibour ask them what's happened to the clock she would listen out for it and really missed it during the early hours through the night.😊.

[@Xxxxxx19-p1c]

The clock is gorgeous. What a beautiful melodic addition to your serene environment. The icing on the cake. The sounds of the chimes bring back pleasant distant memories of a simpler time. The chimes beckon one to slow down and listen.

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

I just totally refurbed my 40-year old circular saw and it was a beast to get back together!

[@Mff48]

Sarah Raven should know about this Sean!! Her plants are great quality,the carrier probably didnt help!!! They fling parcels about!

[@rjs23565]

Lovely grandfather clock. It may not have a regulator so be very careful that you keep the chimes in sync with the hours hand especially when the clock time needs adjusting for BST and GMT.

[@cookinmum]

I really like the new grandfather clock. Thank you for a lovely walk and time together.

[@Tanz-og6yh]

I really enjoy your videos. Just find them so down to earth and calming. This world is so fast passed. You give a wonderful sense of calm. Wish I could visit Wales. It looks so beautiful up there.

[@maude5160]

Google said on the clock face by the number 3 there should be a slot to silence the chimes, and its a beautiful clock you have.

[@seanjamescameron]

I’ve just looked and can’t see anything. But only heard it once during the night, which is good.

[@christinaplaisted9563]

Just found this one , love the new grandfather clock,❤❤❤

[@cjones3702]

After many years of buying online and from supermarkets, you get better plants from a garden centre.

[@seanjamescameron]

You do but sadly the nearest garden centre is 20 miles away.

[@snail6queen6hammy]

I’ve had great plants from Lidl and Aldi. Looking at Tesco next. M&S for houseplants. That packaging was useless.

[@markwalton4383]

Wow, that is a stunning clock Sean. Can’t believe it was only £60!

[@FranLuckyflute]

My father who used to repair watches and clocks, hand-made my Grandfather clock 50 years ago especially for me. And I love it, he is no longer alive, so all the more special. Many people haves asked about it over the years with surprise. The night time chimes I have got used to and if I am awake they are comforting.

[@oneviewcornwall8200]

Have a nice weekend, Sean 🌞🌿🌾

[@longfellowfarm]

The lever to turn off the chimes in my clock is in by the weights and pendulum, high up on the right side. I never turn off the chime. I love hearing it.

[@sarahprice1375]

Oh wow! String bags! Fabulous! My mum used to have 2 with leather handles and we bought the vegetables and fruit and had one for each. Id love to find some the same today

[@anniemac3075]

I bought mine (string handle like Sean's not leather but being a vegan that suits me) from Iechyd Da refill shop in Whitchurch Cardiff, I'm sure I've seen them elsewhere. I keep my onions in it.

[@annieknight71]

When you start to take something apart take a picture of it, and when you get into an area that new take another picture. That way you’ll always have a reference of it and you won’t loose it.

[@JanetteEdwards-gl8jr]

Do you remember the Grandfather Clock from Toms Midnight Garden Sean? I used to love that programme, it was on in the seventies. Thanks for the videos Sean.

[@lorettakristina6960]

That is exactly the same show I thought of when I saw Sean's grandfather clock ! Loved Tom's Midnight Garden ♥️

[@dianefarnden8577]

An interesting comment you made about the possible link between baking powder and sleep apnea. I have just been reading about it. Don't forget there is also baking powder in self-raising flour.

[@mterrylane819]

i didnt know that , makes sense really, thank you

[@ingeleonora-denouden6222]

I never heard about that. Only about the relation of sleep apnea with belly fat ...

[@NavyCopMA1]

60 for that clock is a steal (at least in my estimation!) It's exquisite. Would love something like that, but just don't have the room. Maybe in the future.

[@sissy9405]

Hi Sean, I like the content of your videos alot since you moved to Wales !

[@sarahprice1375]

Me too. Sean seemed so down before and he's happier now x

[@davidnicholson6406]

Morning from Houston Texas. I'm growing Mimulus for first time in over 20 years. Be sure to pinch the tops out of the Snapdragons to have a much fuller plant. I grow the rocket variety every year because they are 3ft. tall. Look forward to seeing yours bloom. Your cooking looks great. You're inspiring me to get a slow cooker.😊

[@cherylprice1790]

Gardens getting nicer every day. Keep planting 🎉

[@maria-xx6hc]

If you want to fix the other clock, make a video of yourself taking it to bits so that you can see where all the bits go when you put them back.

[@Christine-il8nm]

Hi Sean that's a beautiful clock what a great find ...I would complain about the plants so they can stop other people getting there's in that condition ..thx for the lovely video x

[@outfromtheshadows]

Oh Sean what a beauty! I love clocks, especially grandfather clocks. 😊👍

[@deborahpulford3223]

Thank you Dear Sean, your Grandfather clock is gorgeous, have yourself a beautiful weekend ❤️

[@karen4you]

Once I ordered plants that came tightly packaged up in cardboard and it was all good. It looks like someone was too rough with your box or had it upside down and dropped it. Excited to see your plants and treasures found.

[@jilltibbett3993]

Those plants are Mexican daisy. I tried v hard to get that established over years and now it seeds itself everywhere. Lovely plant but with a bit of luck you will soon be giving bits away to friends.

[@chuckylamb4398]

I love that clock and the top shaping is wonderful. What a good buy. Enjoy. So far my Sarah Raven deliveries have been superb but I’ve had bad deliveries from J Parker’s catalogue last year and this year. Hope your plants do well. Your garden should be very colourful

[@seanjamescameron]

Haha I love Parker’s and never a bad delivery whereas Thompson & Morgan I stay away from now.

[@chuckylamb4398]

@@seanjamescameron 😂😂😂

[@TR-jc8pc]

Yes agree,very reasonably priced for a grand looking clock😊

[@maureenmckenna5220]

I live in the states and have had plants shipped many times. They are secured in the box so they don’t move and are always delivered intact. White Flower Farm is a mainly mail order garden center in Connecticut, in the States. They are reliable, have only quality plants, and always ship in a timely way. There are many others.

[@lowland1]

There is a really good natural thing for Apnea - breathing exercises - Buteyko, this corrects the shortage of CO2 in your lungs. The garden is going to be glorious

[@ellenj3393]

What a lovely clock at such a bargain price! Well done 👍 I always use Google picture search, if you've never used it you just take a photo of whatever you want to know about, click on the Google icon, then click the little camera icon at the side of the search box, that will take you to your photos, click on the photo you want to search and details will come up. This will be handy for the plants without the label. You could also take one of your new clock and see the prices 🙂 Take care 🙂

[@diannevenner-kc6gu]

Lovely Wales that photo of your Grandad was nice. Have a good weekend Sean

[@mandyshea7874]

Omg I am 58 and I remember as a kid people that would take your photo with a monkey 🐒 , your videos remind me a lot of growing up and nostalgic memories growing up in Plymouth as a child. I live in Cornwall now and love it here.

[@glynnisross7974]

Love the new clock. It looks so majestic in your sitting room, and your new plants you purchased look very healthy and I’m sure will give a nice show in your garden. Bye for now.

[@mterrylane819]

Great to see your garden coming along, you have inspired me to revive my postage size garden, ive planted a few flowers before, but never tried veg, very exposed here and they seem very slow, the clock is a real find , and it's got a lovely sound, you have several elements collected in that little cottage that have made it a real cosy feel home, best wishes on the 50th birthday!

[@colleenmckinlay2916]

Absolutely love your grandfather clock. The chimes are so soft. What an amazing find. We inherited my in laws grandfather’s clock. It is very similar to yours. It is a treasure. Makes me think of that song…My Grandfathers clock stood too tall for the shelf so it stood ninety years on the floor….and the lyrics goes on from there. A great favourite from my childhood. Enjoy your new clock!

[@Jay-Leigh]

Wow! I took a large intake of breath when you showed us the clock Sean, absolutely gorgeous! Looks so nice there too almost like it’s always been there, definitely sets off the room. Also in future videos when it strikes, we will also have the pleasure of hearing it. Thank you for another lovely video have a great weekend Sean. ❤

[@margaretsofocleous1999]

I love the clock. You do love shopping in general don't you Sean 😂🎉❤

[@Beckysallotmentdiary]

I had a delivery off Sarah Raven this week, which was exactly the same. I've Potted them up and am hoping for the best. Love the clock it's beautiful

[@joannehutley5740]

The new clock is beautiful and looks in very good condition. The chimes are delightful, and I think you'll get a lot of enjoyment out of it. Shame about how the plants arrived, but hopefully, they'll survive and thrive now that you've planted them. Hope you enjoyed your meal.

[@chrysalis4126]

The plants without a label are mimulus, they like a moist soil.

[@elainecoad205]

Clock is lovely Sean and garden coming along great. It will be beautiful in the summer when everything is in bloom.

[@janicepym5158]

Surprised at the Sara raven delivery…I have always been impressed by their delivery and packaging. Might be just a blip.

[@helenahatzman5017]

Great Sean!Beautiful Wales.Be happy!

[@Colinx1553]

Thats funny Sean I was looking at that clock on Monday and Thought for extra £30 you could have had that

[@seanjamescameron]

I’ve got a granddaughter clock you might want to buy for £30 😉🤣

[@MarianStevens-dv6bz]

I think the sleep apneoa is more likely to be to do with too many carbohydrates especially before bed. My husband said make sure you fix the clock to the wall with a bracket as they are top heavy.

[@sandraphelan2004]

Another great video Sean love the clock so reminds me of one my grandparents had and like you said lovely workmanship. I’d definitely just drop the plant people an email stating the way the plants arrived, but looking at them a bit if tlc and they will survive. I’m always buying half price plants from my local DIY store . Do you have a local scouts group maybe they might like to come and help clear your plot for the shed and you give a donation to the group for future events or give them a gardening lesson or two…they earn a badge and who knows a future well know gardener could be born. I’m now into the freezer to find my Welsh cawl that I made and saved for another day it always smells so good.

[@sarahprice1375]

See if there's some root on the bits in the box xx

[@cheryledwards9760]

Popped down to my home town Worthing West Sussex from Carmarthen I shouted hello in car as I saw Rhondda signs

[@sarahprice1375]

Give em a good feed and hope they come on

[@kasandrabrown8611]

I love your grandfather clock. It ticks all the boxes for beauty, slow living. You got an incredible price ❤

[@chrisrey572]

Beautiful clock Sean. I would move the smaller clocknto another room and set a jar up for spare change. When you hit 100.00 go get her fixed. Sleep apnea is a scary thing especially living by yourself and no one is there to punch you in the ribs to get you breathing again. I have found with my hubby that if he doesn't eat anything at least 4 hoirs before laying down and only a sip of water for his meds an hour before bed he doesn't have as bad of a time. He's had his machine now for 7 years and at least it does help when he has an episode. Also if you have sleep apnea weight control is extremely hard because you dont get restful sleep. The machine helps once you get used to it. Your garden is going to be very pretty with all the flowers.

[@munchkinheaven7877]

As you mentioned before, and because my sons have had allotments and have had sheds put up, it seems better to put a shed at the start of the plot rather than the end. You can put your tools away and lock the shed at the end of the day, rather than walking up to the shed and back down, plus it’s more neighbourly as people pass by to chat, if you are not in the mood for chatting shut the door or have one of those rainbow plastic streamer strips curtain for privacy!

[@seanjamescameron]

Love the rainbow curtain strip idea. We had them in our home as children.

[@MrRocksoil]

That other clock,get a book on clocks etc from the library, don't take it to bits,read the book,become a clock expert, my friend Pete did this,,and he was a bank manager,remember them,in the old days.

[@know-your-worth7641]

The string bags bring back memories, beautiful clock absolutely wonderful

[@judithhobson5868]

what a sight your little area will be next year , it is already looking pretty

[@sammycrangle1000]

Beautiful clock have a great weekend injoyed your video thank you

[@user-ks8wh5oz5p]

Lovely warm sounding chimes on your new clock.

[@lesleyhubble2976]

The sound of the clock is so relaxing, as a kid the ticking of a clock was just normal, now unfortunately because I don’t use ticking clocks the sound would get on my nerves if I had one in the bedroom. Strange how the digital world is silent

[@ingeleonora-denouden6222]

My electrical alarm clock makes a (soft, but noticable) buzzing noise, which I don't like. I prefer the old-fashioned ticking.

[@dorothywatson4440]

Hello Sean...What a beautiful clock and what a great price ! We have a 'grandfather' in our home which goes back on my husband's side of the family to 1760. It keeps perfect time and we love it. It will be passed on to our oldest son and then to his grandson. It's huge. and so precious. It's too bad about your damaged plants but I'm betting they'll be fine and come on like a house on fire. The trees are finally budding here in Alberta, Canada and I can hardly wait to plant things but not till the 24th of May. We are a zone 2 - 3. Best wishes as always. Fondly, Dorothy.

[@sallydavies8267]

Hi Sean, lovely clock! I used to volunteer in our local repair shop alongside a guy who was a clock repair expert, and I remember him saying it was very important to make sure your clock is completely level (get your spirit level out of the cwtch!) and stable, to ensure that it works perfectly. I noticed when you were winding it that it was rocking about a bit, so might need a few wedges under the feet to make it absolutely solid. Good luck!

[@EileenGoehring-lb8hy]

Love the Grandfather clock, Hi there just found your channel 🙂 I believe the fowers are (mastertion*) wrong spelling sorry 😔

[@orquideasehistoriasdefrega8742]

The grandfather clock IS a beauty!!! Always wanted to have one …and the price you got it for!!!! Wonderful!

[@treehouse3240]

Beautiful Grandfather Clock. Happy Belated Birthday Sean. Terry Ont. Can.

[@tonyworrall7379]

We went to.Banbury market (also on a Thursday). The local bus company, Stratford Blue ran extra services.. Back in the sixties you could buy anything there including ,Tortoises!

[@deborahfoss904]

i received a plant arrangement a birthday gift, it arrived with the plants and soil all over the box, this is the package not being treated with care and you need to make the seller aware. they could choose different packaging which is more resistant to water

[@jobowie5403]

Clock looks great. I love old things and have a house full. Your place is really starting to come together!

[@sueparsons6919]

Love your grandfather clock. Reminds me of my Nan and grandads clock they had in South Wales. We were never allowed to open the door were the pendulum was. My grandad said a rat lived in there and didnt like being woke up. So we never touched the door.😊 Lovely birthday present to yourself.

[@dereknash3638]

My first order with her of dahlias, was very good. My second order I had trouble getting the order delivered, they sent one item, others came in drubs and drabs, took a few weeks before they told me they can no longer supply. Was not impressed with the service. This year I have ordered via Farmer Gracy, very prompt delivery and excellent packing.

[@fionabutler-kg7sv]

Wow I was right, you bought something in the charity shop, just catching up on your videos, what a bargain I love your clock, a trip to wales this year, they would want £100 and odd here in Cheshire

[@lisad8388]

My grandfather clock chimed at night, but very soft. I just love hearing them. The best part for me is the moon setting. You should be able to set the moon phases. Thanks for the lovely time.

[@jobowie5403]

🕰Clock looks brilliant ! I love vintage and antiqe stuff and have a little house full. So will you. It is raplidly looking as though you have lived there for years Sean. Well done mate! 🏡

[@millashawshire2212]

Awww a proper cottage feel now Sean, it’s absolutely beautiful, oh and belated birthday wishes to you xxx

[@homesteadlady3acrehomestead]

It may be the chemical added to non organic baking powder. I find the various ingredients added to items for shelf life or other various reasons have an effect on me personally. I have found using Bob's Red Mill baking powder or baking soda help me. Not sure if you have that where you are. It is a company here in the states that does organic products without added chemicals.

[@vc4154]

New clock looks so much better than the other one in my opinion, Loving your videos, varied and interesting.thank you for sharing.

[@lesleygascoyne7428]

Love the clock Sean and the gentle ticking. You make me smile. I have a shop like that in Heanor near me in Derbyshire. I say im only going to look but i have never been in that shop without coming back with something i totally dont need. I cant help it. Best regards and take care 😊

[@mowhawk5924]

I have the same clock as you, got it for £10 at a local auction house, was going to pass it on but seeing yours has made me look at it again and thinking now I may keep it.

[@sandrapaterson8678]

Hi Sean, another fabulous vlog. Plants to garden do lovely plants and well packaged in greenhouses. The plants you didnt have a label for looked a bit like Nicotiana? What a fantastic find with the grandfather clock, like music to the ears 😊

[@lenia90]

Beautiful old Grandfather Clock.Love the sound of it.Enjoy your lamb steaks 😋Hugs,your way Sean 👋

[@TheQueensWish]

Everything about this video was so very fun! Planting, shopping, cooking and the clock! I enjoyed your comment at end with regard to readying the allotment first with the shed to follow. Sounds the proper order to me. Whilst things are beginning to grow, you can then have the time to put the shed up at your leisure.

[@Juls27989]

The new clock looks rather nice, your living room really seems to be coming together now. 🕰 🥘 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛💐

[@Boudleaux]

The grandfather clock is lovely! I think I'd have to keep both clocks, though. Give them both a home. Put the smaller one upstairs, maybe? Oh, you've just said that in the video now. :)

[@jeanninetraverse-healy5169]

I crochet my string bags and on the boat they became fruit & vege hammocks🤣

[@barbarafauver9843]

Oh i am so in love with your videos....the scenery is beautiful and so relaxing and I love the grandfather clock and what a deal you got on it....! I love that you cook everything from scratch and your flowers are awesome....such a beautiful countryside....

[@ColinOBear]

Very enjoyable video Sean, i have a couple of those bags - perfect for transporting and storing veg. 😊

[@olgyone1195]

I used to buy from Sarh Raven as she had unusual colours etc but She is soooo expensive I dont anymore in no way should you accept those plants take a photo or send the bit of video you took and ask for replacements or refund at a guess they look like chrysanthemums they were packed in the most ridiculous way for small plants and I bet they cost a lot too best wishes

[@seanjamescameron]

Have sent a tweet.