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[@AndyPhillipWoodturning]

What a beautiful place for Odi ..next time I'm there I will think if him 👍

[@Inmywordz]

A magical place for a magical dog. We love you Odie 😘

[@thewildsilence4097]

You did a good thing there, when my collie died I vowed to take her to one of the high peaks that we had shared and send her off in the wind, she was the fiercest most dominant cantankerous dog I’d ever met, she could reduce any other dog to a wobbly wreck just with the ‘collie stare’ but she was my friend, and I miss her every day. Once you’ve had one that dog shaped void at your heel takes some filling. I got to the top of one of our favourite peaks and prepared to say farewell. I couldn’t get the casket open no matter how hard I tried. Cantankerous old dog had done it again! So I took her home again.

[@tabithasuzuma]

Thank you so much for taking us on this very special hike with you. What a beautiful and inspiring place to scatter Odie’s ashes 🌸 I shall attempt that same climb when I’m next in the area! I love the Lake District and I love that Odie’s ashes are in my home country - I will always associate the Lake District with lovely Odie now! 😊 🐕 You’re allowed to keep saying ‘we’ as long as you like 😉 - it’s not incorrect; you have a little bit of Odie in your necklace and all of Odie in your heart, so really you’ll always be ‘we’ and never truly alone.😘 I’m really glad to hear you’re not rushing to sell Pam. After a bereavement, it’s very common to want to draw a line in your life and change everything and almost start anew. It’s our minds’ perfectly natural way of trying to distance ourselves from the pain of what’s just happened. While it’s always a positive step to think of new goals and plan new adventures, try not to be too hasty in getting rid of things that remind you of Odie, or things that you feel are no longer useful now that he’s no longer around. After a great loss, we all tend to want to get rid of things that subconsciously we associate with the departed due to fear that keeping them will upset us or hold us back from moving on (I’m not saying at all that this is what you’re doing with Pam, this is just some general advice that may or may not be useful!). Oftentimes, after a bereavement, people regret the changes they’ve made or the things they’ve sold, given or thrown away because their state of mind has changed and their feelings aren’t so raw. While it’s natural to want to make new plans, especially ones you’d perhaps thought of previously but were unable to do due to having a dog, try delaying any final decisions or getting rid of things you won’t be able to get back for as long as possible. Changing your life too drastically or trying to keep busy with new things in order to distract yourself from the grief unfortunately rarely works, because it messes with the grieving process, causing pain to return with twice the force at a later date. So remember to take things easy - you are still grieving for a very important being in your life who left you very suddenly and big decisions that you make right now might not be the same ones you would make if you weren’t in pain or subconsciously trying to escape it. By all means make plans but try leaving them as open as possible for as long as possible, or try to factor in a ‘return button’ in case they don’t work out or you find that they’re not what you really wanted after all. Because as time begins to heal, you may well find that you want or don’t want very different things than you do right now. I guess all I’m trying to say is that, although you seem on the surface at least to be doing incredibly well, (and hopefully you actually feel that way too), do remember that you’ve just gone through this huge deal - this massive loss - so you’re still in a period of grief and readjustment, and therefore not quite your usual self. As far as possible, try not to make any big or important decisions that might be linked to Odie’s passing - or at least try avoiding ones that you won’t be able to reverse and could come to regret when the grief has eased a bit. I know you were talking about selling Pam before Odie even got sick, so I’m sure you have your reasons for that, but giving up on van life altogether, as far as I recall, wasn’t something you were thinking about back then (or perhaps you were but didn’t mention it!), so it might be a good idea not to completely slam the door on van life just yet and give yourself a little more time. Or at least maybe leave certain things in place so that you could easily return to it at a later date. All these are only suggestions, obviously, I am certainly not trying to tell you what to do! 😄 I’m simply speaking from my own (and others’) experience of bereavement - especially during those first few months - when it feels really tempting to do something completely different that has no connection to the being you’ve just lost. Often only to later realise that you only wanted to do this, stop that, get rid of these, or change things completely because, without actually realising it, you thought it might help ease the pain ... But you’re a wise young lady and have your own mind, so I’m sure you will be aware of this anyway! Hugs!! 😘😘😘 ♥️🐕🌸

[@loganweisner9935]

That is good advice.

[@amandacelliers5158]

Rest well dear Odie - you will always be in our hearts. Thank you Marina for sharing and showing us where Odie is. Look after yourself and sending you lots of love xxx

[@loneoutdoorsman]

Beautiful place to scatter Odie's ashes. Glad you're keeping Pam too. Love and luck to you x

[@catherinerotolo6944]

A beautiful place for Odie to rest. Thank you for sharing him with us. Furever in your heart and soul. Be well, & take care of yourself. 😸❤️

[@annajohns738]

Every video you have made since Odie died has made me weep. He was such a dear and faithful companion. We lost our darling Monty last summer and my heart still aches with grief and sadness. His ashes are in the bedroom, where he slept with us every night for 14 years. 😭

[@Daydreameruk]

I love that Odie will be a part of our Christmas now. We go to Coniston every year, but always stay somewhere new. But we will blow him a kiss at Christmas when we are there. Lovely to see you and Pam back out doing what you love too.

[@purplewitch88]

I am so touched that you shared this with us,thank you so much. Also,I love your ramblings and scramblings,so please continue to share them with us. Sending hugs,take care xx

[@CraigStephenson]

Purple witch said exactly what I was thinking, perfectly.

[@purplewitch88]

@@CraigStephenson 💜

[@tonyb3400]

Couldn't have put it better myself Purple Witch.

[@purplewitch88]

@@tonyb3400 💜

[@lidijabirsa7768]

@@purplewitch88 Exactly!!! You're much better than me.

[@msanastasiaalexander]

What a stunning spot for Odie's resting place, I hope you're doing OK xxx

[@BekiRose]

Marina, I hope you are able to take comfort in that Odie lived an incredible life, and knew he was greatly loved. I don’t know that I’ve ever seen a happier dog. You two really deserved each other. I hope that someday you are able to look back on your memories with him with love and joy instead of sadness and longing. All my love to you both. ♥️

[@pieretteturner822]

Ah! Bless you, well done. It is funny how you wouldn't of usually been up that early, but it was meant to be. You had the peace and privacy for you and Odie. Lovely too see you in little Pam again, she will give you comfort in this difficult time. Take care of yourself XX

[@Jacquiandteddy]

Bless you Marina, what a beautiful place for your beautiful boy! Thank you for sharing it with us. It brought a tear to my eye. I'm so glad you are planning more adventures in Pam too x

[@littlerowdy2910]

I think you are amazing. My heart Hurts for your loss of Odi. Losing a beloved friend pet. Cat or dog is a tremendous feeling. Sending you lots of positive loving healing energy.

[@jaithevegan]

So much love to you and your sweet gentle companion. Odie is missed by all of us, thank you for sharing him with us and giving his spirit such a beautiful resting place. Here’s to Odie!!! 🐾💜🌈

[@MrPbrown666]

Very emotional vlog, I am so happy you are planning on continuing in the van , I think Odie will be looking down wagging his tail . And yes , a lovely place with good reason to rest Odie for eternity...

[@ptonpc]

Thank you for sharing this. Sleep well Odie. May you have many more happy memories and adventures in Pam

[@ernestoquintero747]

As soon as you said what you were doing I got lump in my throat. It's amazing how the furry things become family members. So sorry for your loss.

[@julienorton1067]

Oh my goodness. This was emotional. Odie Is The Old Man of Conistion, now, keeping a watchful eye over all he survey's 😔. I hope you felt at peace after doing this. Your memories will never cease. Our pet's are always a part of us. Much love and thinking of you. Thank you so much for sharing this personal journey..😊💗🐶🐾

[@ginapieroable]

Glad you're keeping Pam. You are grieving so should put off any life changing decisions for a while. You're coping really well. Strong and brave Lady.

[@Sarah-ft8jr]

Beautiful spot for Odie. I lost my Labrador Dylan 3 years ago on the 20th February 2016. I always thought that when his time came I would be older and stronger but the reality was that I was 28 with 3 children and it was the hardest time of my life. I still shed tears for him. Odie had the best life a dog could ever wish for xx

[@GusScottExley]

having fallen head over heels in love with Odie watching your videos this made me really emotional. This was such a wonderful tribute to a king among dogs.

[@Jayneswoolandbuttons]

A lovely thought, and a lovely place too. Miss seeing him with you. Thanks for sharing the beautiful scenery.

[@TravelJay23]

I will be sure to pay my respects to Odie on my next trip to the lakes. He was a lovely lovely boy, I miss seeing him in your vids x

[@darrenwilson8042]

Lovely .....my cat who lived for 23 years is buried under my rear lawn near my back door. There is a little wooden marker for her so whenever I go out the door I glance to my right and remember Fleckie - gone for 10 years but never ever forgotten

[@jellybeansCafe]

Thank you for your 💖 to Odie i wish you the best of the best Marina your always and will be in my prayers 🤗😇

[@TheStan80]

Its always we and not I. pup is with you and we are the viewers are with you. yes i had a tear in eye as i can relate to your emotions.

[@snorlaxjen]

Lovely place for Odie - also I love how you hiked all that way and then said “I’m having a lazy day” 😊

[@Joe_Sant]

I’m sure Odie will be safe up there. Sad to say goodbye to him & to see you alone in Pam. Wishing you many more happy adventures. ❤️✌️✋💟☮️

[@pamelaputerbaugh3161]

What a lovely, poetic place to scatter Odie's ashes. You gave him the best life a dog could hope for. Who knows what new adventures await you with Pam? I wish you healing, beauty and - only when you're ready - another faithful companion. We have this slang expression in the States right now - to "feel all the 'feels.'" It means to experience laughter and sadness and whatever else may come. There is beauty in grief because it marks the place where this wonderful little life touched yours. It's okay to "feel all the 'feels.'" You'll get through it. More love, beauty and adventure awaits around the corner. Keep on truckin'!

[@lynnboehm4511]

What a great comment! And I love that saying.

[@stevenogborn5892]

Youre still grieving, and it's a good thing. It'll take time for you to get through this. Do what you have to do. Say what you have to say. Know we're here. Thank you for posting.

[@kannieschrijfnie2042]

Good to see you rambling about anything. Always a joy to see you. Have a good time in Pam and enjoy some adventures soon.

[@davidblair2874]

That’s lovely Marina. Well done and thanks for sharing xx

[@Torrox4]

Glad you found your van life & video mojo creeping back in, you've got a natural talent for video making and clearly a love of Independence & traveling so keep moving forward with it one day at a time. 😎👍

[@julzej2179]

Beautiful Marina, could not help crying, you chose the perfect place. So pleased you seem to be ok and getting on with plans. Lovely that you are still spending time in Pam. Love and luck Marina x

[@tesslavinor1013]

We miss you, Marina❤❤.. what a beautiful place and it will be more meaningful and memorable ❤❤❤❤

[@kippen64]

I never met Odie but I miss him. Cannot imagine how much harder for you. Big hugs from Australia.

[@izzysark7292]

It’s such a lovely place to scatter his ashes. It’s so lovey to hear that your keeping Pam too x

[@delpallot40]

I really enjoy your ramblings, please can we have lots more.

[@naomisalome1610]

i'm so thankful for that, love... you give me hope that if my dog once passes away, i can survive it. we also travel in a van and have a very close relationship. you brought his ashes to a beautiful place. RIP Odie

[@LunaBusAdv]

Good bye dear Odie, may you forever walk the fells and mountains ❤️🐾

[@Curiousdriving]

A lovely place for a lovely spirit

[@rohantarik4636]

So glad ..to see you smiling marina....just keep smiling just like this way....May God bless you...

[@saxbruce]

Which god?

[@kingoftheswing.2078]

Such a lovely place to give oddie his final send off.....what a full and lovely life he had.... all the best...keep smiling....😉

[@stephaniemcbroom9615]

So glad you decided to keep the van for now.Girl you still have more adventures to go on.. Odie is resting and is fine he's up there over the rainbow telling all his buddies about his adventures with you. That was a sweet thing you did with his ashes. Your a sweetheart of a young Lady my dear.much love and big hugs to you. Never give up and just keep exploring as long as you want to dowhat makes you happy!!!:):)

[@isabelladavis1363]

I’m been catching up on your videos all day ,such a beautiful tribute to the perfect companion...he will be missed by all...

[@els_venturing]

Glad you're so smiley x Lots of love from Australia

[@nickhughes7812]

Awwww what a lovely resting place for a gorgeous boy...you beautiful person xx

[@susancooper2996]

So pleased that you have found a bit of peace, scattering Odie’s ashes. Take care of yourself from one pet owner to another.

[@wisdomsdare1769]

I think you should find someone to airbrush Odies picture on the Van and ReName it Ode to Odie ❤️❤️❤️

[@serenity5985]

I’m proud of you! You are a very strong person, thanks for sharing the moment. 🙂

[@elledible]

Another beautiful setting and even more so because it's Oddie's resting place 😍🐶 and it's ok to still use the word "we" when describing what your plans are. Oddie will always be with you no matter the length of time physically apart 😘 glad you're not selling Pam for now. I so look forward to your blogs/vlogs. Marina you continue to inspire us all. Thank you 😍

[@michaelrickard4682]

Hope you do keep the van and continue posting your adventures! 😊

[@petersperspective6122]

The Old Man was my first Lake District peak. ❤️

[@petersperspective6122]

...you reminded me of the slate mines,

[@annarose2193]

Hi Marina, thank you for sharing such a special moment. The lake district is a beautiful place! I hope you have a lovely time in Canada ❤️

[@midgeporter7495]

Bless you and the memory of a best friend x

[@angelaviolet]

Ah what a lovely peaceful place to scatter Odie's ashes, you'd go to the ends of the earth for him Marina. Lovely video.xxx

[@damienhunt2372]

Beautiful place and thank you for the videos... Outside the pubs "muddy boots and dogs welcome"...!!!!!!!!

[@TheRosaryGarden]

I must go back to Lake District one day, it's so beautiful 😍. If I do I will definitely go and say hi to Odie at the top of the old man of coniston! 😊😊💗 x x

[@gord281]

Our favourite place and my intended resting place too. It’s a beautiful fell and a wonderful place to be laid to rest. I’m sure Odie will love it there and one day I will keep him company. Thinking of you, Tracey

[@anewbeginning9778]

Odie had a wonderful life with you and in death you gave him a wonderful resting place. The Old Man of Coniston will forever have a part of Odie.x

[@shannonmccoy9103]

Thank you for sharing Odie & your wonderful adventures with him with all of us. You gave each other many special & beautiful days together. He will be missed so very much by everyone his life touched. Bless you dear girl & your days ahead.

[@kayahyslop2409]

Hej! I climbed the Old Man many times when I lived in the Lake District. A beautiful, special place to lay Odie to rest....

[@clean4sureclean4sure93]

So sad to hear about Odie. keep the van and carry on doing what you love doing and travel especially to places where you and Odie enjoyed going most love the channel keep up the good work and most of all take care what ever you do xx

[@mommahil4323]

Beautiful walk. Glad you got up there ahead of the crowds - it seemed fitting that it was misty. You seem to have turned a corner and back on the up. All the best

[@AlabamaTree]

Very nice video 🙂 and I’m happy you deicided to keep Pam for a bit longer. Odie would want that 😉

[@dennissutton3767]

Hi, it's good to see you. I have been too depressed over Odie...had to tune out for a while. Really great place for him.

[@wharrington8587]

Glad I'm not the only one. 3 of my favorite KZbinrs have lost dogs this year. They be come part of the family.

[@theresedignard7445]

What a great spot for Odie's Ashes. You can also easily return there if it calls you. Though you carry a bit of him with you always. So, very pleased to hear that your PAM adventures will continue for now. You bring joy to my day when I watch them. I am not able to travel at the moment, so am living through your adventures. Question: Would it be possible for you to add a link for a book when you mention it? An Amazon link for the UK is nice, but if you could also do one for the USA, would be much appreciated. I tend to have to make substantial buys on US Amazon and if I put your item in the cart it might generate a bit of income for you too. But, that book looks like a fascinating read and it is a pity that if we buy it, you will not benefit from the mentioning of it. Thanks for returning to sharing the beauty of the world around you. Safe travels!

[@TochThijsWeer]

Very impressed on where Odie can rest. May his spirit live on 😊

[@hectorbrown656]

What a lovely place to scatter your beloved Odies ashes , the big boy will be flying high tonight RIP , my brother did the same thing with his Robbie dog but in Scotland , we are from that country take care

[@billybunter55]

You my friend are living life how it should be lived while the rest of us just let it pass us by😊

[@FreedomStrider]

Those delorict buildings are amazingly beautiful.

[@nealeburgess6756]

Well done for the early start Marina. One day I might get up early and go for a walk! Or maybe I won't get around to it. We will see.

[@daviemcf]

Odie will always be with you in spirit Marina...he had a great life with you in his last years.

[@pulsey2001]

I'm pleased you're keeping Pam. It's strange how the grieving process can affect your way of thinking. I have a chocolate labrador aged nearly 14. Yesterday, the vet advised I may need to consider letting her go. It's sad but we have a responsibility to not to let them suffer. Thank you for your vlog... Keep on trucking (vaning) 🙏

[@bethanybutler4940]

Beautiful place you have chosen for Odie, lovely to hear from you and see that your well :)

[@helenp81]

Farewell Odie Boy. Xx

[@previouslyachimp]

It's a beautiful place, and a wonderful resting spot for lovely Odie. I'll be thinking of you both next time I'm at the top. Sending you some love from Manchester. :) x

[@loisible]

Such a wonderful idea and a magical place. This week i get my order from your shop, a bracelet for my husband, and we both love it, thank you so much. Love, anne

[@adriancaldwell]

I was there last week - such a lovely spot. Odie would want you to keep the van I think :)

[@lafrips2253]

C’est bien que tu partes retrouver Flo 🙂 C’est dur de dire adieu à nos petites bêtes. 🙏🏻

[@aziahazizan2659]

So glad to hear that you are still keeping Pam 😊..

[@markmeredith5521]

I climbed the ‘Old Man of Coniston ‘ last summer.........he was so cross!! Lucky Odie, he now has mountains, sheep and Lake Coniston to explore... Have a great trip to Canadia.

[@Curiosityuk]

It’s great to have you back in the UK. RIP Odie

[@dtulip1]

So sorry that Odie has gone to the great place in the sky :'( ...I lived in the Lake DIstrict for 3 yrs (left recently) and love that it nearly always is raining..it make the sunny days even more special

[@alishagrezlik]

You can say 'we' - we are with you :) Glad you are doing well and decided to keep the van. Love your stories.

[@sally-annmannering]

lovely tribute to Odie - good call going to Canada for a while, hope you have a wonderful time x

[@sammyvanmulken8664]

Glad to here you want to keep the van odie wil be always with you 😘

[@lindalucia970]

It's nice to see you in the van again and hiking. Lovely place for Odie to rest. Wishing you all the best on your new chapter with new adventures. Love from me and my 4yo boy, we love your videos.

[@ediewall6360]

Wow, thank you for taking us on the beautiful hike. I knew , jusr before you spoke the words, why you were there. You know , keeping the van. Aren’t you “holding space”, as the phrase goes. It is an energetic phrase. In other words, isn ‘t there a place for whatever the universe wishes to bring you or for whatever you may want or perhaps need next, whatever that may be. It seems that it would be so easy for another 4 legged companion to enter. Or lokingnat it slightly differently, you have more space in your life for something, it may be an activity , or time to pursue an interest. It is your saga. Your golden chapters. Quest and soar from your heart always.

[@samwright8599]

Oh sweetheart, your love for him is so loyal. Xxxxxxx

[@richarddickson3211]

Well done marina, a perfect place to scatter him so he can run free, and to remember him by. I scattered the ashes of my dog libby a 13 year old GSD on Curbar edge in the peak district, a beautiful place as well, on a sunny day!🤗

[@DavidCulshawmer-r]

ooo that takes me back to 1979 when I did the old man for the first time :) , I can see your getting over Odi now , gone but not forgotten ;) , your van is like my tent , the moment I get in it I feel at home and all the memories come flooding back from where I've spent the night in it , Odi is part of pam the van so in a way he will always be there with you on your trips , enjoy yourself in Canada and hope to see you back here very soon ;)

[@autumnnite1803]

Sweet Odie, what a beautiful spot for him to be. It was sad not seeing him trotting along beside you and you being alone. But l'm pleased you are well and keeping beloved Pam to continue your adventures which I eagerly await x

[@liesbethbosgraaf6537]

Glad to see you're doing good! Love to see you smile again….Odie will keep an eye over you from above...

[@annewinning5151]

Cried a wee bit ...... But so happy you are still loving Pam! You are finding your new normal, looking forward to your new adventures

[@gammat14]

I loved this video, your choice of spot was a great one. But also so nice to see you smiling and chatty again and yes to more van adventures I can't wait to see more - Keep these videos up they really do brighten the days of people, myself included

[@JustSteve247]

We did the Old Man last year. Lovely walk. I shall say hi to Odie when we go back later in the year. Did you get a look at my hike up Loch Ben on my last upload? You would love it.

[@traceywebbo]

You will probably still feel close to Odie in Pam....you do what makes you happy because you have such a beautiful soul and you will find your way again.xx