Attempted Minimalism, Cafe Hopping and Wanderlust.

This week we're ruled by William. His schedule takes us further up the Erewash canal to Ilkeston where we seek relief from breakfast time hanger. Then back at home we attempt to make some space for our new baby things.
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For those of you just joining us, welcome! We're Vic and Jo and we've been narrowboating around the UK for the last few years on our 54ft narrowboat Zero. Last year we decided to give up our jobs in the city and add another boat to our fleet in hope of turning it into a travelling cafe and becoming full time boating baristas.
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[@dtay345]

Has anyone else caught themselves watch these vlogs with a soppy smile on their face? Or is it just me?🙂

[@martinharrison2384]

I live ilson and not alot happens stick to Trent lock

[@measureoncecutthreetimes8677]

oh yeah, so "family", so real-life, crying and all.

[@notyhbynorthwest]

You are not alone....... ☺

[@jennyreynolds30]

definitely

[@1beakin]

Love watching and rewatching all of these.

[@RoseMatthews90]

I need to remember if I’m feeling stressed that your videos bring me back down to earth, relax me and make me appreciate all the small beautiful things in life. Thank you for making me smile 🤗 I hope to visit for coffee and cake In the summer!

[@erfrulla]

Please stop apologizing for your intros and outros and the quality of your videos. It is all top notch and a pleasure to watch.

[@paulwhitehouse3690]

All just wonderful, no not creepy, finding the peace in life, is what we should all be doing, you look after each other nicely. Enjoy the special bits in life, they are often privileges. Keep loving each other, and take nothing for granted.

[@davidkisner8332]

As new parents you will find "Maybe" will become your go-to word. Vic, other than U.S. Marines and Seals and a few BRMC's there is only a hand full of people that can enjoy how you described that time on the water. PS; it is addicting as coffee. Jo, The look in your eyes when you eat something that excites you(that you did not have to cook) and that mischievous grin, I can see why Vic loves you. And Dear William, Enjoy your time in the spotlight, soon enough your Mother will have you cracking eggs and making coffees and your Dad will be sending you in the canoe on a bin run.

[@arthurloddo3688]

Pre William your life style was awesome. Total respect post William. Want to wish you all the best but you already have it. Keep enjoying life.

[@nancinowlen3043]

Yes, you were scattered but as always you were delightful. Thank you

[@femalism1715]

Little William is going to have a perfect childhood!

[@margaretomahony7528]

Small creatures of babies they take over the whole show joys of parenthood 🍼🍼

[@benlees9454]

Simple pleasures guys. Simple pleasure :)

[@terrisantiago9128]

You have wonderful vlogs I enjoy every one of them I always look forward to them every week you're a great family

[@thfarrell]

Jo and William "conventional choices"... a saucy remark if there ever was one !!! :-)

[@sdole9448]

I like this - William "Why was I registered in Ilkeston?" "Mum spotted an amazing cafe and they had a registration office." :)

[@frankquevedo6001]

All right you lot. TTFN. Oh by the by. Mr. D. Taylor, I grin like an simpleton every time William coos. He an angel.

[@penneynoss9552]

Love you, take a nap😉😉🥰

[@Jacqueline56jj]

William is adorable. I really enjoy your vlogs. Thank you

[@dabooser1048]

I'm a little late, but congratulations Mom and Dad,. Welcome to the world little William!

[@femalism1715]

All three of you live an amazing life! Don't ever change things.

[@johnswimcat]

I suppose it's not surprising because you guys are professionals but this video is so well made. Just a bit of ordinary life but so enjoyable, entertaining and relaxing. Good stuff

[@welshlyn9097]

A nice light blue for the bedroom =pale green for the kitchen =and a red around the fireplace.have brilliant Christmas 🎅 Welsh Lyn

[@nobblynobody]

William has a good ear, I can't stop listening to Wetleg. They're like something John Peel would have fallen in love with, back in the day.

[@sammierobinson9226]

William is really growing. The changes from one Vlog to the next are noticeable. Thanks for taking us along on you outings.

[@annjarvis9300]

You are both doing very well with little william so gd to see the joy in yr faces when you look at him wishing you all a wonderful xmas keep safe Ann n David 👍🎄🤶🏻🎅🌟

[@nick.caffrey]

I think Spoolbox (below) said best what I was thinking! There is such warmth in your videos!

[@williamburgess4732]

Great to see my name sake being brought up by beautiful people.

[@eppot1]

Love a day in your life videos !! William the registred boy! :-)

[@bryanflanigan4604]

I really loved your little chat on the canoe. I found it slightly inspirational.

[@fp30e]

(formally fp30e) What a beautiful Vlog. So watchable. William looks cute and has grown. Loved the cafe in Ilkeston. You 3 guys are beautiful people and have a wonderful zest on things. Jo on her adventures with William in the pram and Vic on a canoe in the dark. Priceless. Loved this weeks Vlog. Take Care the 3 of you.

[@scottfw7169]

I can see it now, William grows up to be a professional whittler who becomes known across the country for his side gig, the band, Whittlin Wil and the Excelsiors.

[@jamesfoley6555]

We so enjoy your trip to register William, seeing an English Market made us very nostalgic, and finding a great cafe, we could taste the full English thank you once again for sharing 🙏✝️🕊🙏

[@helenajardin2484]

William listening to Wet Leg on tiny desk was so cute 😍🤣

[@robinhall6194]

Best of luck finding space for baby things. Canoeing on a still night over silky water, powerful feeling connecting with nature.. Delicious. Opposite yet similar nature experience on a barefoot walk at nigh over a sandstone shore in a thunderstorm - unforgettable.

[@kathleenstraube5356]

You guys are so real! Love ya both and William

[@measureoncecutthreetimes8677]

Thanks, friends, so lovely to see the realities of life on the canals. Watching young William take his place in the world. Wow, ain't life grand! So Jo, did you ask the Cafe folks for the recipes? To Vic, Jo and William, all the very best of wishes for a great Christmas 2021 and a boatful of good wishes for what 2022 might bring us all.

[@bobothree]

I have been to England many times years ago and always enjoyed it. And now you announce you are planning more excursions into little towns and villages. That is answer to my prayers. The canals are great but on most canal channels you don't see much about the adjacent towns. I can't wait to accompany the most delightful couple, and William, on your journeys.

[@FlashGormless]

You have so much going on in your lives at the moment sod what day or time the videos go up just do it when you can! You three always make me smile :)

[@Lumadonajp]

Absolutely agree with your message Steven. We are just glad to get any updates weekly whatsoever. The three of you do you! And we’ll just be little flies on the walls ❤️ Happy Holidays 🎄

[@healingvibrations7845]

@holly the cafe boat joanna,, victor,, baby william have an amazing christmas and a healthy, prosperous new year in 2022

[@clovettajackson4654]

Taking care of yourselves and family should always come first. We are just along for the ride. All the best from Missouri

[@voodoo2882]

my Take.....looks like fun...enjoy.....and 1RST MERRY CHRISTMAS to William and to all a Good Nite

[@jaynecopland]

I think I say this every week.. You two are so adorable!! William is growing fast…as they do! ❣️

[@clintromine802]

Lol I’m amazed your putting out videos this steadily with a new born. Love your videos guys they’re very unique as far as narrow boat videos go.

[@cadude145]

Loved the Vlog I really enjoy watching William and the new family. A baby can make a real change to your life. My little girl will turn 47 next year. Really enjoy the early years they go so fast. Thank you for sharing William with us

[@ralphwood5875]

Glad William is an official person now with two adoring and adorable parents .A lovely vlog setting the mood for Christmas .I wish you both a wondrous time with" Billy "boy and a fabulous new year with booming sales on Holly. Take care keep safe ,Merry Christmas

[@nancinowlen3043]

Your shots of William are amazing. I agree about the caffeine….

[@speyladdie1]

Love you guys. 😘🤗 Beautiful couple. Great videos. I’m originally from Leyland. Lançs. Been in Canada for 40 years. Miss the Canals. Best Wishes and good luck for the future. Neil.

[@veesimmons2464]

I remember those days well. Being responsible for a tiny helpless human trumps EVERYTHING!

[@rotinkerbell]

you have made my day - again. Thank you. xx

[@Dstew57A]

You can make that breakfast naan on the boat...boy would that be a hit..that little laurel and hardy goodbye bit was hilarious.

[@BohemianBeatster]

Being a father of two myself, I rather enjoy your latest adventures with young William the Baby. I am also a huge coffee fan, so I am missing the coffee life on Holly. Oh' well, that will no doubt be back in time, but for now, it's The William Show, and a grand show it is. As a side note, I must say that I love the mouth watering food that both of you have ordered on this episode. Stay groovy and stay safe.

[@jillosler9353]

Lovely, lovely vlog. Never apologise to us followers for there not seeming to be enough hours in the day at the moment - welcome to the world of parents! Actually it was really good to see the 3 of you just getting on with day-to-day necessities instead of always thinking about pleasing others. Vic, you are neither creepy nor a stalker to enjoy the peaceful, mindful quiet of just you and nature with no distractions; something everybody needs! Jo you are blooming as a new mother; enjoy this precious time as you all learn in this different dynamic how you meld as 'a family'. The big advantage of living in a very confined space is you learn what is REALLY necessary and what manufacturers/advertisers and peer pressure try to persuade you is needed! Take good care of yourselves, enjoy the cafe culture, and look forward to a Christmas that will be different from any you have ever had before. 🎄🌟❤

[@nealeravenhil8179]

Brilliant and William is beautiful stay safe Xxx

[@darlenewebber7706]

Looks like you guys have a fun life together and see interesting things living on your boats. William is so cute!

[@donaldmarinkovich492]

Are the two of you taking a winter break? Good reason to, Both being winter and having baby William. Miss you thanks for helping the rest of of us escape from the drudgery of our Mundane lives for a little while once each week,cheers Love Don from minneapolis MN USA.

[@alanharding8762]

I wish you lovely little family all the best in life,keep up the great work.

[@louiserowe5209]

Great to see that you all are doing well. Congratulations in getting anything done since having William. Took me ages to get organised when I had my first child. You look to be doing amazing x

[@sriadi11]

Those short winter days are great for clear outs and organizing,or just hanging out and doing as little as possible..

[@johnhall4146]

More hoots a minute than we have any right to expect. I did kinda do a double take at the name “Bill”. I guess the future will tell if it’s to be Bill, Bill, Will or Willy. But personally, as one who has nothing to do with anything, think William is best by a very long chalk.

[@sharon2180]

Such a lovely vlog, you all look so happy. Happy Christmas

[@mikegelson6092]

Another great video blog. Thank you.

[@jennyreynolds30]

I do love you guys. I've been binge watching all your episodes over the last 4 days !!!! Yes I know..........well I'm a retired granny so I don't care haha. I can't wait for more. Stay safe, love you

[@kaykeelan3765]

You always leave us with a smile on our faces!!

[@nigellunn8019]

Good choice with the strudel 👍

[@Bicyclehub]

Looks like your trip to Ilkeston was a Perfect Day.

[@yellownev]

I should balance my last comment by saying my son daughter-in-law and two grandkids live in Ilkeston, just by the canal. We’ve been to that cafe before and it’s a belter. Ilkeston is a decent honest town and they enjoy living there very much

[@christineprice5463]

He is so beautiful!

[@suzannewch7202]

A new wonderful vlog from you three! All is well with the world!

[@beckyrobinson5672]

Thanks the video was charming. So glad to see youns. Glad I got to see how you registered william. Take care and God bless.

[@Portmarnockpaul]

Have a great Christmas Jo, Vic and William. We love your videos.

[@onefunnyoldman]

Totally understand you don't have the same amount of time to do fancy intro's and endings. It really doesn't matter, its just so nice to follow your day to day routine in bringing up the lovely William. I think you might have had an ambition to be a Navy seal Vic, silently paddling into the enemies territory in the cover of night.... Or just like taking the rubbish out. Best wishes

[@CMPInstructor]

As I watch, I am remembering my own experiences when we had our first child. The world became a tiny bubble with just the three of us for a little while. Discovery mixed with exhaustion. Looking back, it was one of the most formative interludes of my life. You have a lovely family. Merry Christmas.

[@paullapper8702]

What a nice young couple you are

[@rebeccadanaher1065]

I always enjoy watching your vlogs, so different from all the others. Lovely happy family and also very funny.

[@stevewrissy9748]

William a “Wet Leg” fan l’m impressed.

[@OmarSher]

Your videos always put smile on my face. Love from Pakistan

[@shirleygreaves9650]

Another lovely Vlog. You two manage to make the mundane things in life seem interesting and I’m loving seeing your gorgeous little son. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all. Take care, lots of love. xxx

[@stanwinfield5255]

It's perfect, watching normal people enjoying normal life in a positive way. Don't make it to polished you'd spoil the natural beauty you have Stan Alison and Nutmeg 🐕

[@lionelmarytravels6003]

Another wonderful video of family life. All the new things you now have to do and how well you both cope with it all. From myself and Mary, May we wish you, Vic and William a very happy Christmas. No doubt we will see you all again soon. Enjoy your new way of life.

[@farcuf]

William's youth. Hahaha, so sweet! BTW Carried my babies in a sling on my hip until more than a year old! So ideal- babies had 240° view almost eye to eye. Takes up 0 space. Rarely used a pram. Perfect.

[@dianadimmock5758]

Your vlogs are great to watch. You are a down to earth couple sharing your day to day life with us. William is a real cutie, I have a grandson who is 5 months old, make the most of him now as he will grow up so fast. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@paultaylor9652]

No need for any excuses, everything is new for you two, William must always come first now. Take care of yourselves, have a wonderful first Christmas with your wee one.

[@Littlehornification]

New subscriber here, loving your content and your contentment! Keep going guys congratulations on Williams birth and I hope narrowboating life looks after you for many years to come.

[@craigsteele8912]

We are just coming along for the ride. Whatever you put up is always enjoyable. The great thing is being able to see a different life style in a different country. I'm dairy farming in New Zealand , so watching the canals in England and wandering the streets of your quaint towns is great informative entertainment. I'm reliving being your age again slightly with family, our boys are both your age and parents themselves. Enjoy every moment. Keep up the good work. Cheers.

[@hughcarson6837]

Good to join you on your walk arounds. Stay safe and well

[@ericlacey6593]

Just love all your videos,always so laid back and telling like it is . Although I couldn’t help wondering what I was doing watching a video of a man canoeing in the dark 🤣🤣🤣 good ending , bye now bye, bye . You two (three! ) crack me up with your gentle humour . Happy Christmas 👍🎄

[@barbarataylor1535]

Very nice night time ride, pure magical. thank you! Happy Holiday!

[@ohioclassCcamper]

I love a good day canoeing down a slow river or peaceful lake. Can totally agree with Vic there. Love watching you explore can wait to see Holly up and running again.

[@davidian107]

Nice to see you all bye bye bye be seeing you all bye bye. A Merry Christmas and a Happy new year. Hope Santa can get down the chimney. Bye.

[@markjones4704]

vic harbour time love it !!! merry xmas and happy new years to you and joe and william and all who follow and watch them

[@paulayala4816]

It looks like Vic is nesting, cleaning and decluttering the boat. I remember doing the same when our son was born, suddenly you need to make space for 3, but more importantly it needs to be efficient use of space. The town of Ilkeston looks nice and the cafe looked great. Watching Vic eat the poached egg on nan bread made me hungry, though I like Jo's choice of a traditional English breakfast. I think I will go to our little English market tomorrow and pick up goods for some.

[@Chris_In_Texas]

16:35 I have to say I was out in the Pacific Ocean repositioning a 26M trawler yacht and we had a calm night out in the middle of the ocean and everything was dead calm and the ocean was like glass, and there we were powering through at about 7 kts, no moon and clear sky. The view is amazing sitting up on the flybridge about 10 meters off the water. So I am right there with you. When I am at home I had a 12M cruiser and being land locked in Texas on a 30,000 acre size lake being out in the middle at night with calm glass like lake and just shut of the engines and sit there is a great thing. Very peaceful for sure. 👍😁

[@austinhallmark7060]

Love you two ❤️

[@underwriter53]

So happy to see you settled as new parents with William! 💕

[@onedaymoreaboard]

Another lovely glimpse into your life aboard, and so much truth in that ‘it doesn’t take long to make a mess’ which we have learnt in our first few months aboard! Before you know it there will be William’s Lego everywhere too 😂

[@cathythompson8734]

Love your vlogs, you are all adorable and funny.

[@boblawrence5011]

That little hip thing is what one of our children had, called a clicky hip, one or both of her hips were not fully formed and she had to be in a splint which kept her legs apart and her hip joints from popping out until they were more developed and the splint could be removed, she then needed to be in double nappies, the terry towel ones, for a further few months, she is 43 now and has no problems.

[@Lynette21122431]

I just had the best time watching your video over the last 45 minutes or so. I had to get up and do this and get up and do that, so I didn’t get to watch continuously. That didn’t bother me one bit! It was exciting to go with you to the villages or towns, to the cafés, on the ride in the canoe, to visit Holly for the coffee, and then I sat here and waved goodbye to y’all and repeated every word you said as I waved. I used both my hands so it looks like two people waving at two people. I repeated every word you said, too, as I said goodbye to y’all! Can’t wait for the next effort that you bring us. Thanks a million! Merry merry Christmas!

[@1beakin]

The market reminds me of my month touring Europe, all the open markets fascinating me.

[@krazykat4349]

Lovely vlog...a very merry Christmas to you all..xx

[@lizjones8984]

Awww that was fun, and I couldn’t help but wave back to you both at the end 👍🤣 bye, bye, and Happy Christmas to all three of you 😊🎄

[@DA11NOON]

Hi guys Don't change your vlogs are as they are. I think it is lovely thanks guys and have a great Xmas 👍