A NEW YEAR CATCHUP & WHAT I GOT FOR MY BDAY/XMAS | Lily Pebbles

[@tori.e]

Lily I’ve been following you for nearly 13 years and never been an active commenter but I just had to comment on this and let you know how lovely it is to see your honesty. It’s really refreshing to have someone on the internet be open and honest about how they are feeling about life and an unedited real home. Thank you for being you. 😊

[@SustainableSanoobar]

I honestly feel like I've grown up with Lily. Went to uni together, had babies and now at the same stage in life too. Keep doing what you do, we love you xx

[@basiazachnik2703]

Omg, i wanted to say exactly the same! Thanks for being YOU❤open, honest, volunerable and so real. I guess we all need this kind of content

[@elizabethromay5044]

Lily, what a wonderful vibe you’ve come back with! You seem light and happy and contagiously positive! ❤

[@Xanthelou]

Lily, I've been watching you from when you and Rich lived with your family and seeing you grow and change and remain unapologetically you and authentic is so wonderful. Thank you. For just being you. And letting me (all the way from South Australia) follow along. Xanthe

[@sybilseung]

Lily, this was a lovely video. It encompasses everything I appreciate about you as a content creator. Honesty, realness, and trusted recommendations. Keep doing what you are doing and happy 2024.x

[@tahliaanderson2848]

I have followed you for about 7 years, and my 2 kids are the same age as yours. I love this mum era 😍 please don’t stop talking about mum life

[@beverleythompson8315]

Thank goodness you're back! Something to look forward to each Sunday with my morning coffee 🎉 Happy New Year Lily

[@gabrielaprusak3811]

So happy you're back ❤❤the vlog is amazing, as per usual. The realness is something that definitely draws me to You a lot. Keep up the good work and I hope 2024 will be kind to all of us 😊

[@indieminxiedoo]

The part with the sun in your eyes and the captions was amazing! I find your vlogs refreshing as they are relatable! ❤

[@letslurkbec]

Rarely watch KZbin anymore but when I do; it’s always Lily. Lily you will forever be my favourite youtuber! You are so relatable and as a now mum, I love your content even more. Your videos keep getting better and better and I really value your reviews and honesty. Lots of love x

[@shampoodleja]

Hi Lily , Happy New Year. I have been watching you for at least 10 years and you are the only KZbinr I have followed for this long. I find your content to be extremely authentic and relatable. You have managed to keep grounded and real despite all the changes in "influencer culture." I personally find the social media content being produced by others is out of line with most people's reality. Regarding goals, always ask yourself what's your "why." With anything you do, keep an authentic motive at the centre. I look foward to more of your content, and I wish you all the best for 2024.🎉

[@sarahash2684]

Makes perfect sense to me! Your goal this year is to work out your relationship with goals.

[@Emily-bl7qv]

I never comment but just had to say hello 👋🏼 I love the videos at this time! Been up hours with the kids with a sick bug 😴 we also put last years fireworks on at 6pm and it was honestly my favourite things we did over Christmas. My girl felt like she’d had such a treat 😂

[@katiewass339]

You’re absolutely right in one respect about brand loyalty, we all shop around. However it is a huge part of your job to sell us stuff from brands, so we have to know that it’s worth it. As long as it feels authentic then it works but some influencers will promote different skincare brands month by month for example and that’s when the whole culture of influencing seems so fake and contrived.

[@sarahweston5948]

Happy new year! Haha loved the home update. Reminded me of my house 10 years ago. The best thing I did was full wall of storage. Honestly, turn that bench into full wall to ceiling storage. Made such a differnce to be able to put everything in a cupboard at the end of the day and pretend to be child free when everyone in bed. Bliss. Another 5 years and it will get better. Now it's just computer games and clothes lol

[@katieseddon8485]

My favourite KZbinr. Look forward to you’re relatable content every Sunday. Thanks for being you

[@sashsheridan]

Love the honesty Lily, so relatable, love it❤️💕🙌🏼

[@charlottepeet1615]

Honestly loved when you showed the house reality! I don’t have kids but it’s so hard to keep on top of house stuff sometimes!

[@kristalaanemets4447]

The honesty about still figuring things out was so nice! Loved it!

[@sophiechan722]

Love the dose of realism with the toys!! Pre kids, I had an old chest that I thought all the toys would live in in my living room(don’t have w playroom either)… how wrong was I! But like you, the toys are there, they have a space (that is visible) and as long as they go back there at the end of the day I can live it! x

[@juliethall10]

Lily, re your question about using pickle juice for cooking - I use it all the time! A dash of pickle juice/caper brine/jalap juice works so well to build flavour in soups, stews, stirfrys and also serves as a perfect salad dressing base. Sometimes I use up the juice quicker than the actual pickles now 🤦

[@sarapexe]

Thanks for the chat about new year resolutions/goals and fear of failure if those are not reached, can relate so much. thanks for not putting up a front, the hamster wheel feeling is real. I have also learned over the last few years to try and plan more longterm even friends meetups (especially as friends have kids), i still try being spontaneous but it definately helps seeing people more often

[@trixia.custodio]

You’re the only KZbinr I watch constantly since 2014. 10 years now wow! I hope you won’t stop vlogging any time soon. ❤

[@AshleyZieman]

Yeah 2023 was a really hard year for me personally. My best friend passed away suddenly and my grandfather passed and my grandmother has terminal cancer. Absolute disaster and chaos in my head, totally overwhelmed for most of the year. So we know 2024 will be a hard year but I am determined to make it a year worth while because my child is five and she deserves it! Thank you for sharing I feel like it does make a difference when you show the real you. With that being said you obviously get to decide how much you share, boundaries are very important! Also I feel you on the goals situation! I feel like I also need to work out what I want. It's not always obvious! Happy new year ❤

[@amira4321]

Yesssss to the bench in the dining room. Make the fabric really durable and even have it go up the wall just a bit. I recommend making the bench deep and comfy. Even if it sticks out from the wall, it's more comfortable for sitting at a table.

[@mealyee]

Lily, I have missed your videos so much! Happy 2024 xx

[@sarahraj3034]

That commentary about the sun. GENIUS made me crack up at the train station hahaha

[@msCytrynka]

The way your kitchen looks at 25:15 is my goal ❤ it looks dark and raw and brutalist, but also warm and cozy - beautiful 🖤

[@LauraStylus]

I’m a new subscriber and in my mind you are “Lily Pickles”…! Love your content - I can’t believe I’ve only just found you, there are so many similarity in our lives. Super relatable.

[@nicolaellerton8920]

Wow you were so good at the dance 💃🏼 / exercise class 😊 and love the black cap suits you xx

[@eleanoredwards5166]

Perfect. Just what I needed to see. A normal house and life. Thank u

[@harrietpatchett1561]

So happy you’re back! Love this content, so relatable to us parents and mid 30s! Xx

[@Bellz89]

I’ve had Covid twice and the Flu once and the Flu was by faaaaarr the worst I’ve ever felt in my life! Insane temps, the shakes, the sweats. Glad you’re well… Happy New Year! 🎉

[@sallyannc3176]

Covid isn't always serious - just another virus. All 'flu is a type of coronavirus anyway.

[@louisek8042]

Love this,one of the only KZbinrs I still watch. Also so wish I knew about that car ramp toy before Christmas. Keep up the great videos please

[@ohheyyola5416]

Hi Lily. You can sanitise silicone sometimes by putting them dry in the oven at low temp for 10 minutes. Manufacturers generally will have a FAQ on how to rid smells.

[@JuliaCNZ]

Oh wow I can't wait til my youngest can talk... Hearing of the phone chat yours had CUTE!!!! 💜 💜

[@RavenStorm1031]

im glad ur feeling better. december was def the time for people to not feeling well for sure.

[@thelegendaryhitchhiker2830]

Happy new year 💕 content wise you’re totally doing it right, Lily. Please don’t stop talking about kid stuff! It is so relatable and cute and makes it feel like real life. I’m about 5 years younger than you are and although I don’t have kids yet, it’s always been one of my favorite things for the 10 years I’ve followed you seeing what’s on the horizon for me. Sending love to everyone!

[@annabelleloweth4019]

I work in textiles as a designer and for your bench/banquet idea if you look for performance fabrics or indoor/outdoor fabrics they are far more durable and wipeable and a bit more life proof! Hope that helps ☺️

[@gigilou]

Welcome back beaut ❤️ So lovely to catch up with you xxx

[@katiecollins7357]

I’ve missed your videos Lily! Really relate to the thing about not setting goals for the year - I am petrified to fail so I’d rather just not set them at all 😅 Thankyou for being so honest and real, feels like sitting down and listening to a voice note from a friend 🫶🏻

[@hannahpryke5465]

Lovely new vlog back Lily. Looking forward to whatever content you put out in 2024. Just be you ...its why we are subscribers 😊 we love you for you

[@LaurenWebb-gt2np]

So waiting for this. Been watching for years but you are by far my favourite KZbinr these days ❤

[@mirandamirandamirandamiranda_]

I think a built in bench in that space would be LOVELY! Great vlog, glad you're back!

[@nicolew8328]

The internet was so boring without you ☺️ welcome back! Yay!

[@weshasawi]

Do a bench with a back, maybe one that goes up quite a bit, tufted even! That would be cool

[@effie5238]

Happy New Year, Lily! And...Welcome back! So glad to have you back! Re: bench, I'd do a high, upholstered back...makes sitting so much more comfortable and storage beneath for kids toys or extra kitchen stuff you might have. Think the bench is a great idea esp. for those family gatherings!

[@amiewilson3012]

Your house is lived in!!! Your kids will grow and the toys will go!!! The memories you will have won't be of the mess they will be of the fun your kids had. And you will miss the toys being EVERYWHERE!!! My boys are 6 and 4 and I try and tell myself this every morning. God I hope its ture!! Also kids can be taken out of school up until the school term they turn 5 also the fine is £120 so it's still worth pulling them out of school a week earlier than school holidays!!!

[@nicoleannewellness]

Lily, Happy New Year! It is wonderful to see you back, I have missed your vlogs. This video brightened my day! ❤

[@charlottehardesty4934]

Lily your video made me smile so much! I’ve had a break from KZbin lately, but this has made me want to dive back in! Just a thought, but could you get your bench with a lift up seat so you have extra storage? Xx

[@rosmccorriston2054]

Watching this from my sick bed - got the flu on Friday- have never felt this bad in my life!! Love ur videos+ they aren't too long 😊

[@LucianaFerreiraYT]

Hi Lilly. Really enjoyed the catch up. Sending ❤ from Portugal

[@bnabound]

Yey!!! Lily's back! Looking forward to what 2024 has in store (hopefully many rambly, long videos!!!) Also LOL at the chickpeas 😂🤣😂

[@Frick_79]

A lovely welcome back vlog ☺️ I hope 2024 is a great year for you and that you achieve everything you wish to. I never make New Year’s resolutions either, we had a lovely Christmas and a quiet New Year too. In a world where a lot of content creators aren’t relatable to the majority of us, you continue to be and always keep it real and authentic which is so appreciated ❤

[@annajarnmyr9376]

Glad you are back! Started the year with stomach flu so really hope that the start of the year is not an indication of the rest of the year 😄

[@aseeshera5998]

Omfg lily happy new year missed you. I hope you enjoyed you Christmas. Mine was quite but got scold I still can’t get rid of x

[@verosugus]

Happy new year Lily! It is so nice to have you back…..and with a long one, yeyyyyy. Did all your friends and family agree to have a theme present bday? It’s hilarious. Welcome back! ❤

[@gabriellecavalcantedesouza1833]

Love this video so much. It feels like I am not the only one who is cleaning around the flat and there are toys everywhere. We have to do a big clear out cause my daughter’s birthday is in November and although we do a gift list (to reduce the amount of gifts and toys) is like we are living in a toy store.

[@hayleysmith9548]

Hair and makeup is gorgeous in this! What lipstick and eye combo have you got on? ❤

[@mauraquinn4636]

I loved your lippie too Lily!! 💄

[@shewolf2850]

Lily talking about kids has made me want another one 😂❤

[@danievans8142]

Lily I was so excited to see the salad...but it didn't come! 😂❤ xx

[@oechermaedche]

Welcome back! Love the bench idea- you could get faux leather that's wipeable plus some storage underneath!

[@djsheps7181]

Loved this video. So relaxed and felt like a good chat with an old pal x

[@marie1000]

Lilllyyy!!! So happy your are back 😊 I’m usually not one to comment but I have really really missed your videos! All the best for 2024! 💖

[@alicegray8104]

Loved this video so much! And your honesty is so refreshing and so valued!

[@nathhen7779]

Happy New Year 🎉 your vlogs are the best ❤ thank you for showing your home as it is 😊

[@jomacpherson3679]

Lily, I bloody love you! ❤ So refreshing and real. Keep doing you x

[@bbbproductions7059]

I love this vlog-so real! I’m a mom of three and can definitely agree it is more fun with multiple children. I just wanted to say to make sure you enjoy this time since kids grow up so fast and I miss the mess and chaos now that my kids are older (21, 19 and 14 now😱). I recommend taking the kids on trips on the week before breaks since it’s cheaper and kids don’t miss much at school when they’re that young (you could ask for the schoolwork to take on holiday too). Also, I’m the same way with goals and not liking them because I’m afraid to fail. I’m doing “intentions” this year which I recommend for you as well.😉 Happy new year Lily!!!

[@Costanza_G]

Hello Lily! Happy New Year! The bench behind the lunch table is lovely and so practical, I think it suits the space 😊

[@lydiacarels7912]

Yes, do a bench with storage underneath? And than some planks above it for plants etc?

[@sineadhaines2430]

I haven’t tried it myself but I’ve seen a lot of people baking/putting their silicone kitchenware in the oven to remove the soapy taste. It come up a lot from the mum influences I follow who have kids using silicone crockery. No idea if it actually works but it’s probably worth having a google and trying that before you replace everything again 😊

[@yunju221]

So happy to see you again:)! Happy and healthy new year to you and your family 😊

[@mauranoonan8951]

We called those skates double runners. That brings back memories ❤️

[@joyl7559]

I also was really sick with a noncovid bug this holiday. Sucked. Finally better now. My son, 4.5 years old, loves the London fireworks this year. We live in LA so I put that on for him before his bed time. I think I got that idea from you. You give great children tips and I love that toy car game. Might have to get that. 😅

[@maria_danaichristop3606]

So happy to see a video of you today🎉 I was waiting all holiday break long❤

[@ChristinaHuckabee]

Eeekkk!!! SO excited to wake up and see a video from you!! ❤

[@catrionacraig2820]

Loved this video. Your hair looks amazing too. Happy new year 🎉

[@sarahbee27]

Nice to see you back, went back and watched some that I’d missed over the break. We only have a standard 3 bedroom small house and when our kids were small we put their toys in their bedroom once they hit a certain age (maybe 3 or 4) and they could bring some down to play with but they would go back in their room at night. Just helps keep your space looking like your space. Think we had a small selection downstairs in a cute box. Mine are 25 and 20 which is crazy as it feels like 2 minutes ago!! Xx

[@sarahbee27]

Also, thank you for been real

[@TheEiffelTowerGirl]

happy you’re finally back!!! 😊 love the nails, will defy take some inspo for my next appointment ❤

[@MariaMedeiros]

Happy New Year Lily! Wishing you all the best in 2024. ❤

[@crazchic7284]

In your dining bit; bench with underneath storage and tie on cushions with washable and/or wipeable, removable covers? The covers can be changed as time goes by.

[@lydiacarels7912]

So Lily, this is a virtual hug from a long time follower, in a non- creepy way 😂. We/I love you for your authenticity. And you know, yes it is scary to be vulnerable but because of that, people can relate and give you love/support back. This is also your internet family and we know you're not fake. There will allways be trolls on the internet and it all depends how yóú deal with it and not let it effect you! So stay true to yourself and decide what you want to share. But I love you and your content, so thank you!! ❤❤

[@jessicamoonharris]

Yayy! You’re back, love your chatty vlogs ❤

[@ginaprasad7695]

Thank you for keeping it real❤ i love love love your videos

[@CinnamonYoghurt]

Happy 2024 to you and the family Lily! Hugs! 💖

[@Tabeasknitting]

Love the energy in this one 🥰

[@VictoriaBC610]

For your dinning room/table situation, if you don't want to commit to a built-in bench, pretty sure you can buy and actual bench (or other sitting options of that sort) designed for this purpose. :) Although, I don't know what would be cheaper, but yeah, corner, L-shaped, etc. benches have been around forever. I even remember one from my childhood in our first family home kitchen!😃

[@celinecloutier135]

Happy new year Lilly🎉. Happy to see you back at it, my KZbin is incomplete without your input.

[@gailemontano7098]

Hapi New Year, Ms. Lily!

[@shalinithirukeswaran3557]

A lovely vlog to start the year 🥰enjoyed it!

[@elizabethparrish8174]

An outdoor fabric would be perfect for the bench! Wipe-able

[@Beccap1502]

Great vlog, thanks Lily! Have you seen Em the nutritionist’s cookbook? I can’t wait to get it!

[@rosietaylor329]

Such a lovely video. Have you tried using milton sterilising tablets for the Tupperware. I’d Chuck a few in the sink with some tubs and see how you get on. I use them for everything to get rid of smells and stains etc

[@miminguyen3021]

Banquette seating would be perfect for your space as it'll still allow room to walk. You could do leather or luxury vinyl to make it more kid friendly, otherwise there are performance fabrics that are also wipeable.

[@hms17sunshine]

Happy new year 🎉 There's some kind of baking the silicone in the oven cleaning hack for getting rid of lingering tastes! Worth a google 😊

[@kate-studio-huske]

I was just about to say this - it really works ☺️

[@ktpdx]

A bench/banquette is great. I have a bench, so no back. But you could fancy it up with a back, and also it can have additional storage! Feel the same about resolutions. Maybe it is a Sagittarius thing? Great vlog!

[@GoodToAila]

Try Biab nails! It keeps your nails sooo healthy while wearing gel 😊 happy new year 🥳

[@yunju221]

Lock n lock stainless containers are quite handy 😊

[@mariemerc2064]

Welcome back lily ....❤❤

[@babababababaabbaababababa]

Definitely do a cool vinyl fabric for the banquette (that's what we call built in seating in Canada!)

[@juliayvonne5409]

Welcome back; love your vlogs ❤