British Mum Reacts to 5 Summer Objects I Only Encountered After Moving to America!

[@michaelkim2218]

Ice in hotels in America is FREE.

[@Tyreese-Halibooty]

Ice os always fre if u got water

[@RFredrickPhotography]

​@@Jordangeier2319 Duh!!!

[@JoshuaMartian-go3tm]

Do they not have ice trays in England? I mean ice can be free if y make it. 😅

[@halicarnassus8235]

​​​@@Jordangeier2319 Even in Ancient Roman Hotels/Inns back then ? You sure about that 🤔?

[@roxannesykes415]

When the machines work lol😊

[@williamlanning3193]

Your Mom is doing a great Job she was a great help for you all in America

[@JangTheKim]

No. Hotel ice is free. Ice is very inexpensive but essential for all parties here.

[@thomasmacdiarmid8251]

20-30 years ago, I saw one or two hotel ice machines that were coin-activated. That dies out quickly, but you still might find them that way, and it is often worth a check if you plan to us ice.

[@pushpak]

Your mum is delightful. Would love to see more of her reactions.

[@gigiguiggy9936]

Ice at the hotels is free. Most have a small bucket inside the rooms, making it easier to grab the ice from the machines in the halls. I enjoyed seeing your mom on the channel! She needs to be invited back more often!

[@theresabeck1029]

We use the bagged ice mostly for dumping in a cooler to keep drinks and foods cold

[@exeter1985]

We need both moms in a video! You can't go wrong having mom in a video!

[@Big_Tex]

Always cracks me up when Laurence says “90 degrees Fahrenheit!” THAT’s a pleasant day. It ain’t hot til it’s 105 or more.

[@creinicke1000]

Yes.. right now, I'm happy if it's under 105 F here in Phoenix AZ.

[@kimberlybrown-dias9370]

Right? I live in Arizona and yesterday it was 98 f and we were so happy and it felt so cool compared to the 115 f it has been a lot this summer! 😂

[@ik7578]

​@@creinicke1000 I have worked in AZ, the lack of humidity there makes a HUGE difference. Where Lawrence is would make you suffer if you visited there and it was 105 F.

[@kennethpryde966]

I'm from central California and It's not really hot around here until it breaks into the triple digits. The high today is a pleasant 97 F.

[@davidbryan4732]

I live in the Texas Panhandle -- you know ---- way up North , and it was 90 today praise God what a relief it was 105 yesterday and 107 the day before that I have a widow unit in my bed room with a fan blowing the cold air directly at me, and when I crawled in bed my blanket felt like an electric blanket on the high setting.

[@garycamara9955]

If you leave your windows open without screens, expect visitors (bugs)

[@Raptor3400]

James, I hope you don't take this the wrong way, but your mum is delightful and cute. Hope to see more of her. Loved her food reactions in America!

[@scarrab76]

I concur.

[@mscheryle1e]

The ice at hotels/motels has always been free. You should have ventured into the ice rooms. The buckets you found in your room was so you could go to the ice machine and freely filled the bucket with ice. If there were vending machines in the ice room , the vending machines were not free as they usually have soft drinks and snacks. Loved seeing your Mom.

[@RichardMennel]

YAY!!! Mom is awesome!!!

[@chetmcgraw772]

Hi James’ mom! Keep mom in the rotation please, she’s fantastic. Or maybe she could have her own channel!

[@JulesfromHouston]

She has so much personality, very fun! 🤠

[@renee176]

Ceiling fan (at least the ones in my house): 1) Turn on-first Click/Pull-fast speed 2) Click/Pull-2nd time-medium speed. 3) Click/Pull-3rd time- slow speed 4) Click/Pulll-4th time- turn off You can either have the window air condition unit or central air. Central air runs through the whole entire house, all rooms.🙂

[@pollypocket3508]

My ceiling fan is the opposite. 1st pull is the slowest, 3rd is the fastest.

[@arich9326]

2 of mine have remotes - super easy literally marked low, medium, high and a button for the light.

[@boballen818]

Mum is such a lovely lady! It was great seeing her pop in on the videos in the states.

[@jennm3321]

Hi Mum! Welcome! Ceiling fans do, in fact, usually have 3 settings (high, medium, and low) and often can be switched to run in reverse for in the cold months. When the fan runs in reverse, the blades lift the cold air upward instead of downward. So it doesn't heat the room so much as it just takes the chill away. The ice machine in the hotel was included in your room price. So essentially, it's "free" along with the continental breakfast. Enjoyed the video!

[@jeffchandler6285]

Well 4 if 📴 also counts

[@JoshuaMartian-go3tm]

I'm surprised they don't have at least ceiling fans in the UK cuz I think it does get hot in the summer.

[@bradkirchhoff5703]

It does warm the room up a few degrees. Literally makes the temp rise.

I just love ur mom James she's gorgeous

[@jonperriraz4747]

I would love to see more of Mum. Coincidently, I was watching this video with my big glass of ice water and the AC kicked on!!!

[@roger3141]

When I was growing up in the 1950's and 1960's, we did not have air conditioning. In summer, it would get to 102 F during the day and we could not stay in the house. We would sit outside on blankets in the shade and drink iced drinks. During the night, it would not get below 37 C or 95 F so that you could barely sleep.

[@TerryMcKennaFineArt]

One note as an American.. summer in most of the country is so hot that we needed to find a way to survive and even enjoy the summer. Ice was a biggie.

[@thomasohanlon1060]

There are three speeds on a ceiling fans low, medium and high and two rotational directions and yes one is to cool the space and the other to warm the space.

[@jongrho602]

In the 80's you started seeing wall switches to control the overhead fans (as well as to turn on/off the optional light that comes with most fans). Now, rather than a wall switch, remote controls are the preferred method to control the fan speed and light. Living in Nevada I have 4 overhead fans which allows me to save money by keeping my thermostat at 80F in the summer.

[@brokenmummy232]

108° here in Dallas Fort Worth Yesterday. The highest temperature ever recorded in Dallas-Fort Worth was 113°F on June 26 and 27, 1980

[@AnnaDenner]

So nice to get to see your mom. What a lovely lady she is.

[@ginao8935]

Awww so glad to see Mom on here! ❤

[@MrVince8]

Ice machines in hotels are usually free. Ice from stores cost .

[@keleidoscope3564]

I would definitely like to see more of your mum's reactions!

[@melodyspoor3127]

James, your mom is completely delightful!

[@intallpines]

Loved Mom being there. Loved her taste testing in the past too! She's definitely a keeper, yes, bring her on more!

[@billmcdonald9933]

Love your Mum

[@kcer4ever]

There are portable AC units which I think would suit those who want to see out the window. Its nice for apartments as well. With the addition of a ceiling fan, it's glorious having both.

[@TahschaFinley7061]

Loved seeing your mum❤ So great that she’s so interactive with your channel.

[@Ilix42]

Ceiling fans are the best. I love it when bedrooms have them.

[@kscmad]

James, I love your mum. She is lovely, your personalities seem so similar.

[@Billiebeader]

In the south, we would say that porch sitting is the main southern past time, just sitting on the porch swing during the summer, waving at everyone who passed, whether you knew them or not. I also enjoyed sitting outside during the frequent summer storms.

[@leonhardtk]

I recall while in England ('76-81, and again in '84-87) If I asked for ice in my water or soda, they would give me a strange look, and drop a single ice cube in my drink! I loved watching Arsenal FC I I miss, "Match of the Day"...the theme songs still rings in my ears today!!! BTW, you mother is very charming!

[@andreabryant9979]

I enjoy a porch swing. The ice in hotels is free. & The thing about ice is the more ice you use the less it’s going to melt. On a hot day, fill it to the top with ice so your drink is ice cold 🥶. It will help cool you off in the heat. 🥵 You can make your sweet tea or lemonade a little stronger so when the ice does melt your drink still taste good. I’m so glad y’all enjoyed being here in the US! Looking forward to more videos of y’all’s visit. Thx James!

[@hardknox1917]

Mom is a beauty and a natural on camera . She could have a successful channel of her own , she has the it factor

[@elliottgatehouse6568]

We don't really use window units anymore. We have central heat and air everywhere.

[@ridingtheroad185]

yes, the window units are mostly for older houses.

[@RiverRatWA57]

It's the end of Aug in the PNW and my windowshaker is still under the bed from last fall.

[@bucketheadkfc]

"We" lol. Every house I've lived in has at least one, if not several.

[@lennybuttz2162]

I always enjoy seeing your mum in the videos she's a wonderful person and she gave you those beautiful sparkling blue eyes. She seems like a great mum.

[@teenystudioflicks1635]

US here... Love your 'mum' being included in your reactions! Adds new perspectives.

[@Treasacello]

Yes, if she's up for it, do more videos with your Mom. Now, we're not really more advanced, but remember that comment about comfort? Well, along with comfort comes convenience, and we LOVE comfort and convenience, so we have a lot of stuff that just makes Life easier.

[@mikebarnes7746]

Mom did a great job!

[@sherrymillerable]

I love your mum! We need more of her. I think it is great when you can see normal everyday things that other people take for granted being appreciated here in the US - it makes me feel blessed.

[@theresataylor6675]

Mum did an amazing job ❤

[@Queue01]

That was great. Your mom did a fantastic job. Definitely do more videos with her.

[@ronluk76]

Hi James and Victoria! So great to see you guys! It was really really awesome you when you came to San Francisco! Victoria is so nice and a real sweetheart! Everyone was great- James, Millie. Archie. Victoria, and Lauren! Hope you all come back and visit again sometime. You only scratched the surface of great things to see and do here, there is so much in the Bay Area and NorCal outside of just San Francisco!

[@jartstopsign]

To be fair, the bulk of the UK doesn't need AC like we do here for the most part. Your mom is class, James. Cheers

[@bradleycegelsk804]

Having more mom is a plus. She's very nice and delightful. If you have to get bags of ice from a gas station convenience store or any other store, you will pay for it. Business is business. And they don't make the ice themselves at buc-ee's or anywhere else. There are ice companies that are basically ice factories. And these companies ship the ice around on trucks to various gas stations and other stores just like any other supplier. So making ice is actually a business. And a business needs to get paid.

[@vallarygroda8602]

Yes🌺I’d love to see more of your mom ! Very charming 🥰maybe her & Millie can do some videos together as well!

[@jamesjones8482]

You've got a great mum! I know she traveled with you in your recent visit to the U.S., and helped you and Millie during the trip. ❤

[@songbird989]

James, your mother is hilarious! 😄😄I'm glad she was able to come with you guys when you visited the US!

[@brucegreenberg7573]

US fan here! Great seeing your mom (mum!) James! 🫶🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@sherylmorris9646]

Overhead fans can be set for winter to push warm air down and for summer to stir the air on hot days. They save $ on heating and air con because you are more comfortable!

[@lawrencecastro12]

your mum is a charm

[@CapeCodOutdoors]

Who doesn't love a "mum" as you would say. Especially when your family is experiencing things together. What a blessing for you guys. Love to see it. God bless from New Englend. PS. You should visit New England a bunch. Think you guys would have a blast.

[@visasmom]

Love your mom! Many refrigerators in the US have ice makers! So convenient!

[@SherryBandito]

Your mum is lovely. Ceiling fans are nice, you csn reverse the direction to either pull up the heat in the dummer, or push it back down in the winter

[@beachgal8185]

Ice at hotels is Free at stores you have to buy it, its cheap though. ❤ Love having mom on!

[@debrarandall6913]

In hotels/motels, no charge for ice. Everywhere else, it DOES cost .

[@lookafteryou7586]

Your mum was fantastic in this video, please keep her around, and Millie's mum too once in a while. Basically, any topic with your mum would be good. Just have her join you and Millie or just yourself for any upcoming topics that catch your fancy!! Looking forward to more of you all!!

[@Jude_196]

HI, MUM!!!! :) GLAD to SEE YOU!!! Hope you sit-in on more videos!! Great reaction, You-Guys!! HUGS from TEXAS!!!

[@ricklanders9951]

Your mom is wonderful and interesting. I love hearing her comments. And she is such a beauty!

[@ALLarson-k1k]

Your mom's sense of humor is great! I love chandeliers but would NEVER switch out the ceiling fan in our bedroom for a chandelier. We sleep so much better with a ceiling fan. We are brand loyal to Hunter ceiling fans- which are actually available in the UK.

[@spacehonky6315]

Hello, mom. It's good to see you on camera for more than a few seconds. I found it funny when James said, "There's usually one week in summer when we really need AirCon!". Maybe it's not that necessary for Britain. I doubt I'd make it here in the US without AC for at least 12 weeks.

[@georgew9397]

Your mom was a delight!! Great video!!

[@TKMars11]

Your mom is awesome! ❤❤ I would live to see her reaction to the "Iowa Hawkeyes' new tradition is more than just a wave | ESPN" or college football entrances

[@spirosmith1389]

we're crazy about ice cold drinks!!

[@paulsalyer6866]

This is absolutely nice to see you two together reacting. Much thanks.

[@anitamafoa6361]

So good to see you involve your Mum in your videos, she is great!

[@darcyjorgensen5808]

My little apartment has central HVAC and two ceiling fans. It is also not uncommon to top 110F here in the summer.

[@Trifler500]

Ice in hotels is free. Bagged ice is sold by stores for parties, where you'd be hard pressed to make enough ice for all of the guests. It's also used for filling insulated coolers that you take to the beach, or wherever you want to go. I've also used several bags to try to preserve food in the freezer when the freezer broke.

[@Lunzatis_Palemoon]

@The Beesleys I hope Mama Beesleys reads this. I live in Mississippi and have lived there for most of my life. We average between 95-100 degrees Fahrenheit, that's between 35-38 degrees Celcius, in the Summer. Last July we hit temps of 103 degrees Fahrenheit (39 C) with a heat index of 115 F (46.1 C) with humidity. The combination of heat and humidity can be absolutely brutal, even for those of us who permanently live in the South. Fans and Air Conditioners are absolutely necessary during the summer in the Southern States. If we didn't have them, people would be falling over from heat related health issues. We even have Heat Advisory Warnings as part of our weather warnings.

[@tosweet68]

James, you are your Mom were great together in this video. Definitely should do more....heck, move the camera back a bit and have everyone in the video....James, Millie and both Mom's.....assuming everyone gets along hahaha

[@teenystudioflicks1635]

About HOTEL ICE... there is usually a plastic bucket in your room somewhere that you take to the ice machine.

[@squoctopus]

James, get your mom an overhead fan!

[@sondrafant360]

Loved seeing your mom and hearing her opinion on the video. Please keep her in future posts ❤

[@RadianceRush]

Love having your mom do a reaction video! Would love to see her in more!

[@jeffstucki6087]

More videos with mom! She is a gem!! 😃

[@williamg7267]

Awww love your mom.

[@MacGuffinExMachina]

I love seeing either of your momS on the channel.

[@j_mill9356]

3:24 the setting starting from off, high, medium, low and then off again

[@Deadcntr]

I use a couple of bags of ice when I go fishing. One to keep my drinks cold and another to keep the fish that I catch from spoiling in the sun. And if in the boat, another to keep the bait fresh and alive.

[@nichkat11]

I loved seeing your mom on this video. She needs to join you more often!

[@MudderToad]

Here to vote for more mom🥰

[@johnmonk66]

Actually porch swings come from the south because there was no air conditioning.so they would spend a lot more time outdoors

[@coreys6439]

She was great. Have her on again! God bless. :)

[@INDYANDY4C]

Free ice at hotels. They usually have small cooler you might use to put drinks in for later. And the big ice bags are because we pack up a cooler with drinks for parties or camping or fishing and tailgating or the BBQ.

[@iraeaglemind]

We love Mum!Give us somemore.

[@suralos]

My house has three separate ceiling fans. They also have have a lamp built in. There two different pull switches so you can run both at same time or one without the other.. The fans have three speed settings and an additional switch which can reverse the rotation of the fan blades. This can help in cold temperature to evenly distribute airflow from a furnace.

[@DonnaEvanko]

We live in Florida and we do not use window A/C’s we have central air conditioning and we thank god for that! However we have a cabin in PA and since it’s much cooler up there they don’t have a need for it as often as Florida so we have window a/c’s there. I actually prefer to see your wife’s comments on your video’s she seems like a very natural up to date view of a British mom! Hope to see more of you as a couple observing our American culture, we recently went to England and did not know how little ice is used and how much we missed it. We hated drinking beverages without ice or drinking things warm. Hopefully some of this things will change now that you are bringing it to light.

[@SuzanneBergenstahl-d8o]

Donna to walk lightly there, I luuuuuve mom. Having friends with old HOLLYWOOD such as LIBERATES niece, last boyfriend... JUDY GARLANDS STEPSON... JOHN LUFT..sid and Judy movie etc. MOM IS A CAPTIVITY STAR IN HERE OWN RIGHT 😎. Now back to the children' and their child I am in awe.. interesting funny SO I'M looking for more 😂 .TRY TO FIND INTERESTING ICE TRAYS... CHEERS from the land of Amazon, STARBUCKS BOEING SURROUNDED BY MICROSOFT..they live down the road, BUCKLE UP THIS SHOW IS A GOOOO🪅 WASHINGTON STATE AMERICA 🧨

[@Rod-Wheeler]

Your mom's awsome!

[@brucec6095]

Love seeing your Mum!

[@AC-ni4gt]

Air conditioning is an absolute must in a desert. I live in a desert and if I do not have air condition/air con/AC... I'm as good as dead. Same thing with overhead fans. Both are an absolute must.

[@EvilLordBane]

Right now, we are dealing with another summer object found here in the USA, but not in the UK, and it isn't manmade nor something to be jealous of. It's called a hurricane, and if it rains any more where I live, we're going to start building Arks and gathering the animals two by two.

[@brendaenglish2477]

Your Mom is wonderful!

[@jeffhampton2767]

We love your mother❤😊

[@tonygray9174]

Love both of your moms/mums.

[@okie-kan9240]

Ceilings fans are awesome! From what I know of the history of air conditioning , is that it was created for printing plants. It controls the humidity, which is important to paper and ink. Ironically I worked in a printing plant that had no a/c, yeah. The ovens in a offset printing plant are like the fires of hell, it would been nice simply because of that. I am spoiled, I must have ice!

[@Tulsa_Time]

Hi Mum! 🙋🏼‍♀️ so good to see you again 😊

[@SirS2pendous]

The great thing about AC isn’t only that you can turn it on, but you can set it to the exact temperature you want. The newer unit controls are connected to smart home platforms, so you can just use your voice to tell Siri, Google, or Alexa to set the temperature.