Autumn feels, reading update, post-summer adjustment 🍂 Fall VLOG

[@ThisLittleWonderfulLife]

*Hello you lovely lot! I hope you enjoy this little autumnal vlog of walking, crocheting and reading :) Autumn is definitely in the air in my part of the world - it is slowly creeping in. But, dare I say it, I am kind of sad to leave Summer behind this year* 😮 *What's it like where you are?* *Don't forget you can get £100 off High Definition (HD) Lights from Serious Readers AND free UK delivery with my code ALI24 -* try.seriousreaders.com/pages/wonderful/ *Ali xx* ✨

[@zoefollis2332]

I've enjoyed your last two vlogs so much. University is definitely a huge change, and a massive adjustment for the whole family. My eldest two are in consecutive school years, and have therefore just been away simultaneously for two years, leaving my 13 year old solo😢. My son has just completed his the years in Liverpool, whilst my eldest daughter will soon return to Lancaster for her final year. My hubby got a new job, requiring him to stay in the lakes midweek, so I went from a full, busy, noisy, work heavy household of 5, to myself and my youngest, rattling around with just a cat for company. I honestly think it made me sad on a very deep level, that I didn't fully acknowledge, no matter how much I tried to think it was calm and peaceful. Ivy was devastated for a full year, before Archie went away, as they have been with her every day, since birth: she definitely didn't want to be an only child! I'm sure Lillia and the family will embrace the change and continue to grow together. It has been such a great experience for my children at the end of the day, warts and all, and I wouldn't have changed it. Xxxx

[@pattidownes5832]

Who else heaves a sigh of relief for Ali when Autumn's nearly here? 🍁🍂🍁🍂😂

[@LilliSkog]

Definatly!

[@Millie.C]

Yes! 😄

[@thelimeysretreat4976]

Yes and for me too! Xxx

[@abbywelker-HaciendaHomemade]

🥰 Lovely vlog - you kept me company while I cleaned my kitchen! 🥰 I loved hearing your ongoings. 😁❤️

[@Carola-By-The-Bay]

My mother used to say, “Good to go. Good to come home.” Returning from a trip always gives me a fresh prospective on my home environment. Glad you had a good visit in Spain and are safely home. 🌻🧶🥰

[@fdouville6166]

The Red Notebook was one of my favourite book of all times.

[@denisediauto9618]

I will be thinking of you as the next few weeks pass. Enjoy each minute leading up to Lillia going off to University, it is a bittersweet time. I wish Lillia well as she begins this new journey it is very exciting. I remember the day, a little over a year ago, when my oldest son moved out into the home he purchased with his now wife. I sat in his room after he left and thought, "How did we get here so quickly?" Sending you a big hug!❤

[@kittykatsknitplace69]

Love seeing autumn arrive with leaves changing all over the world

[@heather9328]

Always a joy to spend time with you whatever you are up to. Good luck to Lillia at Uni, she’ll enjoy every moment I’m sure but of course you’ll all miss her at home.

[@EvieO1950]

Fun to see Lillia so excited about the book. Exciting times for Lillia and your whole family and quite adjustment. Good that the stress of summer is going away. The blanket is lovely and will be a treasure for Lillia. 🤗♥️🤗

[@TanyaMarie1970]

I always look forward to autumn apples!!! I loved The Red Notebook and Yorkshire Tea is a fav - I get it here at world market

[@FibreBound]

It was such a lovely surprise to see a new vlog from you pop up on my feed this morning Ali! Thank you for keeping me company as I get ready for the day. Wishing you all and especially Lilia a smooth transition to living away from home and university 💛

[@deedeadman3657]

Thank you for your company, perfect this evening with a cuppa and my knitting! I absolutely loved The Shadow of the Wind when I read it a few years ago.

[@ericallerton809]

Love the walk,,book chat,,life🎉🎉🎉 Thanks Ali,,, Hoping for cooler weather here,,, Elaine💖💖

[@theresepazell7875]

What a Beautiful book. I could c why she got so excited..Enjoy cant wait for fall.

[@barbaramartin6837]

What better after a beautiful family holiday in Spain than to ease into the life activities of Autumn! As the time grows shorter before Lilia goes off to school I am sure you are gathering everything she will need and checking them off your lists. As someone else said take tissues with you. As ready as we think we are for them to go off on their first grown up adventure, there is a part of our hearts that take some catching up as we drive away… I relate your excitement at getting that beautiful new book to waiting with my daughter for each new volume of Harry Potter when they were released. Enjoy this new season as it comes.❤️😊

[@tinafletcher1145]

OMG Lilia you have got me wanting to read those books just from seeing the cover.

[@TheCatlady63]

It's nice to see Lillia looking forward to her time at uni. All the very best Lillia.x

[@LilliSkog]

I'm beyond excited about autumn this year, been too much summer for an Arctic-based heart 😅

[@elena---c1558]

what a lot of books you read! Always love hearing what you've been reading as it gives me ideas for what to read next. watched this and did some knitting instead of my uni work because I'm feeling poorly, it's nice to have some company. I'm jealous of you guys going into autumn up there, the light has decidedly changed here too as we move into spring, even though I enjoy the colder moths for my knits and cozy vibes, at least the change in weather and extra sun always improves my mood this time of year.

[@heathertucker7056]

Lovely to see you! I am getting ridiculously excited about Lilia going off to University as I know she will love it! One of my two daughters went and it really shaped her for later life! Her blanket will be a lovely reminder of home. It’s looking very Autumnal now and the light on your walk walk lovely! Loved your book update as usual and I remember reading the Shadow of the Wind and loving it! Marveling how anyone can create atmosphere in words and not pictures! Take care x

[@jillfoster6369]

Super seeing the joy Lillia had with the new “ sharing” book. The nights are defiantly drawing in up here in Cumbria. We keep saying each evening that it is getting darker earlier. Embrace the change is what we have to do. ❤

[@curlytop4625]

Another great video Ali. My, you have read a lot this summer. I have to say I think you really suit your hair in a wavy style. It really suits you.

[@elaineatthecraftshed1993]

Wishing Lillia the best of experiences as she embarks on her university course. I loved the Red Notebook, I listened in one afternoon while sewing in the garden. Hope that apple crumble went down well!

[@nicolacsukas5127]

I’ve been hearing the Robin singing it’s Autumn song and seeing berries on trees so really feeling Autumn is on its way 🍁 🧡 🍁

[@valeriemessier1678]

My favourite season coming up soon here as well in Canada. The best camping trips, no bugs, school back on, quiet, water still warm enough to swim, cool evening by the campfire with a book and a good "cuppa". You got me hooked on the Yorkshire biscuit brew and toast & jam....I love them both hot or with ice. So exciting to see a new one i hope I can it at speciality British importation stores close to me. Wishing the girls a great back to school season Xoxo

[@chrishutson7061]

I've had a busy week and have just caught up with your blog. Some interesting books you've been reading. I love the hard book you received.The illustrations are lovely. Our friend's daughter draws fantasy illustrations for books. Not my type of reading but can see the beauty to those who are.

[@tinafletcher1145]

Love apple crumble. Will have to get some apples and make one for Sunday lunch.

[@elinalannah0022]

My brother is going off to university this September too, and I can’t even think about it without crying! It’s hard watching family fly the nest. It’s helpful to hear that I’m not alone with my struggles adjusting to the idea ❤️‍🩹

[@JardineraAnge]

Hi Ali! I totally agree about Our Wives Under the Sea - the sense of love and loss comes across so strongly without falling into crass sentimentally. I guessed where it was going, and I really didn't want it to, but it's such an original story that I forgave it for that! ❤

[@suedale1865]

Ali Lilia it was so cute to watch your book opening & see the excitement who was going to get it first 🤔 Uni blanket is looking so pretty Well done Ali with all reading my mind boggles at how you fit everything in 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@kristinahill3708]

So lovely!

[@djelzinga2634]

I thought if you today Ali as it was 100f here. The humidity so high it’s like walking into a wall when you step outside. But tonight we got a lovely loud thunderstorm with lightning that knocked the power out for awhile and cooled things down a bit. I listened on ebook to the Red Notebook after hearing of it on you channel, and I loved it so. I will hunt down others by that author. Sending good vibes for calm and confidence for the changes ahead!

[@diannemassie2169]

Ohh, a new Yorkshire Tea for me to look out for on my trip home next month!

[@suecoles7824]

Hi Ali, always a real pleasure to spend time with you, you are glowing from your Spanish holiday! Sitting here with my Yorkshire tea ,Toast & Jam 😁 and I never knew they had a new one out, going to try it! So exciting for Lilia to follow her dream, but difficult for you all to transition to not having her around 🤗 How well you are doing with your walking, how far have you walked up to now? Blanket has beautiful colours, Lilia is a lucky girl to have such a creative Mum. Love & Hugs, Suze. 🍁🍂🥮 🥰 xxx

[@pennyspearing2731]

This was a lovely surprise. Definitely a big change in your house with Lillia going to Uni, but you will get used to it and time passes really quickly. 😊

[@elaineheisler8584]

Oh the scenery. I could walk there easily. lol. I like the fall. So much cooler.

[@lottesroom]

Just love your hair like that! It's so beautiful.

[@janiemallin375]

You are the first person apart from my daughter and I that I've heard comment that 'the light has changed'! Everyone else looks at us as if we've gone mad.😂 Neither of us copes well with Winter so we don't see it as a positive thing at this time of year, but we rejoice when it 'changes' in the spring. However it makes me feel better that you are heading into your favourite season. Please send Lilia my best wishes and congratulations on her uni place. It's obvious how proud you are of her every time you talk about it ❤

[@TheDrCamilla]

Good luck to Lillia, my daughter is back off to Uni in Wales next week (over 3 hours away). I found the first time hard when we said goodbye but it gets better. My youngest 4 years younger is looking forward to her going, but will be secretly missing her.

[@ThisLittleWonderfulLife]

Oh you have the same age difference between yours as we do! It’s about 4.5 years between Lillia and Phoebe :) Phoebe is the same - she’s really going to miss her sister but won’t admit it 😅xx

[@AnnieDaddo]

Oooh,Ali…that book is exquisite.Hope it reads as good as it looks.You two didn’t smell the pages..I always do that🤭Have a good ease in back to normality.Loved going to Spain with youse.Go well, dear heart.🙏❤️👋🦘🐨🌏xx

[@sharonf8188]

Love this vlog! All the best to your family during this big transition. Exciting changes are still hard in some ways💜

[@jennydawson1281]

Apple and blackberry crumble is most definitely an end of summer that we have every year and I love it exciting times for Lilia I’m getting an extra year with my daughter because she’s taking a year out before uni but we need to work on her cooking skills definitely and maybe if I start a blanket for an hour it might be ready by the time she leaves!

[@WhatVictoriaRead]

Yes to apple crumble! Lovely vlog, thanks for sharing your day with us ☺️💛

[@RhondaLorch]

The lady in the bookshop was dead right - The Red Notebook was sheer delight! Thanks for the recommendation🇨🇦💕

[@janecopeland2306]

I enjoyed your book reviews. I have such trouble keeping track of what I have read. I saw the Almanac I think you get each year at a shop today. Looks just lovely!

[@carlagarciaknits]

We had one cold day, one cool day but it marched right back up to 34 degrees! 😭 I literally feel like I cannot breathe in the inhumane heat. I nearly jumped out of my chair with excitement when I saw the new Caramelized Biscuit Brew! Going to order some ASAP!!! I love all their flavors. Didn’t like the Toast and Jam until you said you did, so I gave it another go and voila I liked it!

[@Genajenk]

Finally but the bullet and order a serious reader light, OMG just received it and I am loving it!! Thanks for the sharing of the code. I am in the US so it helped pay for shipping, so glad I took the plunge! Love watching your channel(s).

[@WhatVictoriaRead]

I really want to read The Phoenix Keeper and that is SUCH a beautiful edition! 😍👌

[@WhatVictoriaRead]

Wow, you’ve been reading loads! And you’ve got some corkers in there! ☺️👌

[@hayleygrimston51]

My Eldest daughter went to Southampton university ( a few years ago now ) we are in the Midlands so it was a good trek down there. IKEA was great for kitting her out one thing if you haven’t got it already is a clothes airer so lilia can dry her washing in her room. Rachel ( my daughter) didn’t get a lot of financial help for living so we use to do online food shopping for her once a fortnight that was delivered to her halls. X

[@sandiking1584]

There is something about Autumn sun, it is a soft yellow hue....I love Spring and the first month of Autumn when its still warm but the bite and glare have gone out of the sun. I was a Summer girl but it is now so bittingly (my word) hot these days xx

[@wendyluvsbooks1580]

You are so lucky to being going into 🍂🍁🍂🍁🍂🍁 autumn my favourite time of the year as we will be going into hot 🤨🤨 weather which I hate !!!!!!! You read a bit of mixture of books but the book you got in the mail was so beautiful and I loved yours and lillias excitement ……do you love you kindle ? I read a lot more on it and seems to read quicker on it but I do still love my oks as well ….. wish I had a walk like yours 💛……📖💕

[@lievemeirsschaut7939]

Hi Ali, here in Belgium the temperature is still high but the nights are much cooler, the light is so beautiful and I enjoy walking in the garden several times a day. At last I can breathe again, I really don’t like summer, but changes are coming, it makes me happy. All the best for your daughter, big change, but very special too. And she will always have a wonderful blanket!!!!! All the best, Lieve

[@ThisLittleWonderfulLife]

Sounds so lovely! The light at this time of year is so beautiful ☀️ Thank you xx

[@annatanzania9789]

Hello Lieve, hoera, another person from Belgium! I am so happy to know now I am not the only one enjoying Ali and her family. groetjes Anna

[@dianegatley2467]

Morning, a lovely video. Like you, Ive also read a book by Carlos Ruiz Zafon that i bough from a local charity shop to me and the book was The Angel's Game, I just couldn't put it down and the plot twisted and turned and was amazing. At times I did get a bit lost by the characters but soon caught up. Can recommend this, it maybe the next book in the series. Love Di uk xxx

[@ThisLittleWonderfulLife]

Thank you Diane! I’ve just looked that one up and it’s the second on the series, it’s also on Audible read by Dan Stevens (of Downton fame!) so I’m adding this to my TBR for sure! 😃💕

[@dianegatley2467]

@@ThisLittleWonderfulLife awwww fantastic. It made me think about the plot so so much. I struggle with reading and found this fab for myself. Awww thank you for replying. Made my day Hun. Love Di xx also a crochet and knitter and sew

[@Millie.C]

I love the Toast&Jam Yorkshire tea! Now that it's almost September I have to order a new box. Do you mean that the Caramelized Biscuit Brew has just been put on the market? I hope they will start distributing in E.Europe too, soon 🤩 Btw, which is your every day Yorkshire tea? I always see the box but not the type. 😅

[@suzannesmart9790]

I’ve just listened to The Women by Kristen Hannah. Can be a little gruesome in places but is part of the storyline. It’s worth a read. Another by Kristen Hannah is The Nighingale

[@ruthcomfort4735]

Ok Ali I ordered a lightweight table lamp as knitting and reading are difficult even with the lamp I have. I hope it works out for me. Thanks for the discount. I am in USA

[@CherylBennetts-zh3in]

Will have to try the new tea,it was your vlog that got me drinking the toast and jam brew 😂😋

[@lacolocha75]

Can i recommend Once Upon a River, by Diane Setterfield. I listened on audiobook and loved it

[@cheriethompson2266]

I hope you will be doing a vlog-tober? I look forward to a daily visit with you and your family.

[@elizabethworthington5228]

We love an apple crumble! Because of my husband's job, we often have Americans dining with us and apple crumble is legendary amongst them as they don't have the same custard as we do here and they are living for it 😂 Very best wishes to Lilia and all of you in this time of change. Our daughter did University from home as one of the best courses is here in Bristol, so we were very ready for her to leave the family home and set up a mile down the road when she was 25 😂😂

[@GiddyKnits]

I got given a proof copy of The Pheonix Keeper recently, and I'm so excited to read it. Your copy is much prettier, though!

[@pamelageoghegan8859]

Thanks for another lovely podcast, Ali. Nearly there with the blanket. I love crocheting borders too. x

[@mandymann7195]

There is a good film based on the book, Passing. Same title.

[@jop5547]

Lovely video, I'm like you and so pleased that Autumn is here x

[@cynthiaspear-duncan7661]

My son, 25, finished his Master's degree in May. He has moved to Chicago, about 5.5 hours away. its an adjustment.

[@kittyrhyder]

Love how excited Lilia is over the book.. What a gorgeous young lady.....now back to the rest of the video xox

[@Jammanich]

It’s still summer

[@marygarradharp]

Take tissues when you drop Lillia at Uni. It's an emotional rollercoater. The blanket is gorgeous! So nice for her to take with her.

[@terri4353]

Did you read the Thursday murder club as you planned? I’ve tried to read several of them and just couldn’t get into them.

[@ThisLittleWonderfulLife]

I listened to the first 2 books and loved them, I am currently about three quarters through the third one and loving it just as much - it's so funny, but intriguing too :) x

[@terri4353]

@@ThisLittleWonderfulLife I’ll have to give it another try. I think at the time my mind was elsewhere. Thanks!

[@lacolocha75]

Legends and lattes?

[@pammyers1982]

Hi Ali. What colors are you using for Lilia’s blanket? I’ve forgotten. Also, how many balls are you using? Thank you!

[@ThisLittleWonderfulLife]

I am using Stylecraft Special DK in colours Walnut, Grape, Copper, Gingerbread and Khaki. I've completed it now and used about 2 balls of each colour (I do have some left of each colour - some more than others) xx

[@elaineheisler8584]

Great video. Love seeing the chickens, they are looking good.

[@mandymaxwell3249]

❤

[@yvonnay8904]

Always good to see you and the family.

[@lilimax555]

Love your hair, perfect wavyness. 🎉

[@AmoPawfectPastimes]

I’ve just read Legends and Lattes and will be doing the second, prequel, soon. I have just under 387kms left of my 2024 in 2024 to do. Some days are a slog but others are a necessity 😄 Loving your hair with its wave. Good luck Lilia! Which is the editing software you use for your channel too please?

[@elaineenstone6834]

Thank you for the vlog but unlike you I am wishing the sun and light would last a little longer as I feel the cold so much . 🇬🇧