Can't sleep, eh? - Episode 2 (Maple Haven)

Can’t sleep, eh?
Please, join us where the maples paint the ground, and to a special place, that I call Maple Haven.
It’s fall now, and the last hummingbird has left. The forest is in transition, from the tallest cedar to the smallest fairyfly, and we’re right in the middle of it.
So please, sit back, relax, and enjoy yourself, as I whip up some apple cinnamon tea, and a couple pumpkin pudgy pies!
Apple Cinnamon Tea ☕️
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of water
- 2 apples, sliced thinly (I used Gala)
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 claw of ginger, sliced up
- Grade A tree juice
Directions:
- Wash the apples and slice them thinly. Keep the skin for added flavor
- Slice up your ginger claw. I chunked mine, but you can also thinly slice it to maximize the flavor
- Bring your water to a boil
- Add the sliced apples, ginger, cinnamon sticks, and a healthy pour of grade A tree juice to the boiling water
- Let simmer for an hour, allowing the flavors a chance to get to know each other
- Pour through strainer or an old (but clean) mesh towel
- Served best with apple slices and grade A tree juice, to taste.
Pumpkin Pudgy Pie 🎃
Ingredients:
- 1 can Pumpkin Filling
- Marshmallow Fluff
- Cinnamon
- Butter (cooking spray or oil is fine)
- Bread Slices (I used whole wheat)
Directions:
- Preheat your pie iron over a campfire or a stovetop
- Lightly butter the insides of the pie iron to prevent the pudgy pie from sticking
- Place your pumpkin filling on one side and a dollop of marshmallow fluff on top
- Season with cinnamon
- Close your pie iron and place it over your fire or stovetop. Cook each side for about 3-5 minutes, but every fire is different so make are to check it occasionally for burning
- Cook until golden brown and remove it from the heat
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[@BnaBreaker]

You know his calm demeanor is not just for social media because his handsome doggos have adopted that same demeanor. Thanks for being you buddy!!

[@Loki_Dokie]

Good observation ❤

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I have a very calm demeanour my collie is just mental

[@Eggugat]

Haha I wish it worked like that. I’m a calm as a cucumber, my boxer on the other hand. Not so much

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less use of the word doggo but yeah good comment

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​@@Eggugatmaybe you're just not as calm as you think you are

[@TheRoozaBoy]

“Someday like every leaf here… my winter will come too… and like the leaves, I hope to leave an imprint here.” 🧡

[@fred_azevedo]

My favorite quote as well

[@CrypticArtsStudios]

There you go buddy

[@Klimek444]

Chill’s

[@samuel_2156]

I hope you realize how much these videos mean to so many people. Personally, they make me feel welcome somewhere when I might be feeling like life is not welcoming at all. Like the episodes are their own little world I can transport into for the moment. Its a beautiful thing, don't stop them as long as you enjoy making them. And as always have a blessed day.

[@VOIDSTRANGER2099]

Heartfelt 🫂

[@jessiesineath7702]

Well spoken words buddy

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100% agreed. Makes me feel warm and in the right place

[@1949bug]

Absence of mind ……x

[@wolfgang6469]

This dude just discovered asmr. Welcome to the show bud. Over 10 years for me 😂

[@kellyquinn5668]

I’m actually crying over this. I’ve had such a terrible week, I feel like I’ve made such a mistake in my life choices/the career path I’ve chosen and I’m so miserable… hearing that tomorrow is a fresh start after such a meditative experience actually made me break down. Thank you. I love your dogs. 💛

[@ArcaneGinger]

I hope each day will get better than this week was for you!

[@kathryncollings9421]

God bless your week, in Jesus Name, amen

[@Auspex1980]

Sending you love

[@cosmicbrambleclawv2]

I've been there many a time Though a wise older trucker on Reddit put it very eloquently once to me, he was talking about being in his 50s and not finding his "thing" (trucking) until his really late 40s. He also said that even now he still has a lot of life ahead and plenty of time to find new things and to grow and change as a person, there is absolutely no reason that I at 27 should have my life all figured out if he in his 50s is still learning and growing. Honestly, it made me feel SO much better. Like, yes life is frustrating and sometimes it takes longer than we want to do or be what/who we want, but there is no reason we should have it all figured out right now (IF it's even possible to have it figured out) just take it a day at a time and take each day 1 step at a time, eventually youve walked along the path ❤ And I love your profile picture. That's unrelated but I wanted you to know 😅

[@LinusAndKiba]

This, too, shall pass. 🙏

[@stolleyosis]

My kids will grow up watching the 'Can't Sleep Eh' videos you put together buddy. They lay there transfixed and calm, thank you for the help!

[@OldTimeHawkey]

All my love!

[@dancinglight8411]

Buddy eh

[@blackmoon6885]

Dat gawd Damm hawke is one grizzly son of a bytch gawd bless him and gawd bless maple trees.

[@theroosterwells2946]

I love that every single night around bedtime, my 3 year old son comes to me and says “I want to watch *whispers* Here you go buddy.” You’re a staple in our home. Thank you for what you do. Much love ❤️👌🏻take care buddy.

[@OldTimeHawkey]

All our love! ❤️

[@melissamele1305]

If the last words a body heard on this Earth were "Good boy", in this man's voice, well, in peace they would go. You've made an impression on this Earth, buddy, and it has made this world a better place. Thank you ❤

[@BigOleCaddy]

PROTECT THIS MAN AT ALL COSTS. This is just amazing. I can fall asleep so quickly listening to this guy. I just wish the videos were a little longer. Like him telling a story or reading something. Amazing vocal sounds.

[@bagelgoose973]

Good news for you! He has a spotify album where he reads a whole story about his grandfather's life in the cedar swamp!

[@ArcaneGinger]

Well, thats good to know! Thanks!

[@zerowastecalifornia]

Same

[@angelatannahill2783]

OMG what!! I must go find this immediately 🏃🏻‍♀️

[@zerowastecalifornia]

o..m..gaw@@bagelgoose973

[@danoindigo2]

I love these videos. You have no idea how much they have helped me buddy. Thank you. Enjoy yourself.

[@OldTimeHawkey]

I really appreciate the kind words! Please do the same

[@zcobryant]

“Painted by the wind, The sun, And by their own story.” How beautiful.

[@dennisbarrett9302]

Holy Whaa...

[@JasonKB]

Fritz, you’re a blessing. We all love and appreciate you so much, buddy.

[@zerowastecalifornia]

He really is

[@ChooseBliss444]

NO ONE asked this man to do what he does, but the ENTIRE world needs it. An Angel of calm and comfort. A resurector of reassurance. A true Agent of Peace and security. This man is an Angel and we do not deserve the peace he offers but we NEED IT!!

[@oliviaisaacs7038]

Can't believe I'm seeing this right as I'm getting into bed. Cannot wait to watch 🥰

[@OldTimeHawkey]

Thank you so much!

[@toffy990]

u mean (can't wait to sleep) 😂😂😂😂🥱🥱😴😴

[@CloverChan2]

This is EXACTLY what I needed right now to help me fall asleep! Thank you Fritz! You are truly the best! 🥰 Please tell Donnybrook & Kris Draper I said hi ❤️🐶🐶❤️

[@josephwoodgate8546]

Your Videos 📹 are Awesome 👌 👏 👍 😊❤❤🎉.....

[@MatthewSwenson-hc2iu]

You are a gift from God. These videos bring me back down to earth, breathe, and realize thanks to your input how amazing and unique life is. I think you have the powers to help people and these videos heal people. Thank you for being you

[@DAMIN_NIMAD]

リラックスミュージックとか、環境音とか…色々試したけど、やっぱりここが一番落ち着く…

[@justjon9180]

Thanks for these vids. Makes me feel like I went camping with my dad again. Lost him in 2018, but your videos replicate everything we did together and made. All in a very eerie, nostalgic way. Almost like you're in a dream that involves the past

[@flyersfan10]

This is also my 35th autumn. This video is giving me such nostalgia for a time I never had. Love what you’re doing, buddy. Please keep up the good work

[@YaNJASlc]

35th Autumn here as well, Oct 1st. It’s a special time for us all

[@geargraphic2620]

Its my 25th. I miss home.

[@paullemiremusic3101]

“We’re all acorns being molded into tall oaks. And as we grow may many find comfort in our shade.” Poetic…

[@susanamagalhaes3319]

Hi Fritz, had a miserable 2 weeks, so many bad things happening at the same time, I didn’t even notice you posted a new video. Catching up today, and oh what a blessing you are…my heart is broken, my head is a mess, but I felt this in my spirit. It made me stop crying, smile and closing my eyes and listening that I will always have a couple of buddies in Cedar swamp, really helps me to feel embraced, that I am not alone and that everything will be ok. May God bless you always, you are a good soul. Big hug

[@hannahbelman5724]

I rewatch your videos all the time buddy. For comfort. Absolutely love who you are thanks so much buddy❤❤

[@shanemorton2921]

It's hard to put into words what this does for me, but I'll try. I'm confident this isn't unique to me here, but as someone with autism, all of your work just puts me in such a good place. The sensory aspect of it is beautifully predictable, no loud noises or big surprises to shock the senses, nothing jarring. The tone is consistent from start to finish, in terms of the lighting, the colours and the sounds. I can watch and enjoy anytime, but especially in moments where I'm feeling overstimulated, this really brings me back to earth. And your genuine love for all of this really comes through, the production makes me feel that you love that process too, it certainly feels like it! Thank you 🙂

[@nellanellaperched6767]

Samety-same-same. But alas, I lack thine tism. Mayhap I do

[@sammiewoods258]

This guy looks just like my dad did in old pictures from well before I was born. My dad is a mid-60 year old, maple syrup making canadian who loves the outdoors and living a quiet life. I feel like this video just grabbed my childhood by the heart and gave it a thick blanket to warm up in.

[@John-yl9xz]

I thought these were just pleasant, ASMR-y videos right up until that incredible transition from the leaf microscopy to the dog's sweet face. Now this is my new religion.

[@pun1200]

Man perfect timing can fall asleep to this!❤️❤️❤️

[@zeyy425]

Les larmes arrivent… cette sensation de nostalgie, des souvenirs. Rendez moi mon passé, rendez moi mes nuits blanches à jouer aux jeux vidéos avec mes amis. Rendez moi heureux.

[@dotnbets1336]

Just commenting to say that your cinematography, set, lighting, and even the aspect ratio choice are so masterfully done and greatly appreciated.

[@JoeRichardsons]

This is like if A24 made sleep videos for the Calm app

[@nathanglynn7443]

The adventure time vibes are immaculate! This calmed my mind and made me feel all the wonders and excitements of life again, all the niche things I love from retro gaming through to science things. I think I’m going to go camping this weekend and watch the insects and stars, cook cool foods and dream

[@tactical_5569]

Greatest thing about Old Timey videos is realizing that I can find such happiness and peace in such simplicity.

[@mundusa]

As an Aussie, i want to say I love your choice in dogs! When my 6 year old daughter makes us cups of tea, she hands them to us and whispers "here you go buddy". You make an impression not only on your beautiful surroundings but on people around the world. Keep up the good work Hawkey.

[@susanplunkett5193]

The pup falling asleep did it for me. So relaxing.

[@spencerdrake5356]

You’re a brilliant artist buddy

[@suffixofficial]

these help me so much, love you hawkey!

[@OldTimeHawkey]

I love you too!

[@rooster1610]

Man this fills me with a joy I haven't felt in a long time, like visiting a good friend and relaxing together amidst all of life's troubles and worries. It feels like a safe, cozy little corner away from all the bad out there. Love you man

[@diaperbuster]

Most asmr doesn’t work on me, but this right here is true asmr. This man’s voice his calmer than the woods he lives near. I love your videos buddy, keep ‘em’ coming!

[@plebiusjonbson823]

Getting that time of year where it’s dark all the time and it’s easy to be depressed Hope everyone is staying positive and living every day to the fullest

[@LIGhostIL115]

I think you remind us how simple and peaceful life can be, and yet in that simplicity there is a whole complex and interesting and intriguing world that we live in, from the farthest stars and galaxies, to the small atoms far and in between, all beautiful at times. It’s very easy to forget that. Be present and enjoy, always remember. Thank you

[@BalzakTheD]

Dude... 'This is my 35th autumn... And some day, like every leaf here, my winter will come too... And like the leaves, i hope to leave an imprint here, too.' This is my new favorite quote because it's all i've ever wanted from life...

[@BorkTorque]

Like the less tragic side of twin peaks. Fantastic

[@moosethelarson3505]

I swear this came at the perfect time thank you so much you are a huge inspiration to me. Keep living life, everyone! Have a good evening

[@dillonbuescher]

Hey buddy! Do you wanna spend the night at my house after trick-or-treating? My mom said we can go to blockbuster and play Resident Evil if your mom says it's ok!

[@Loki_Dokie]

I remember those days 💙

[@XX-bo5pb]

😢

[@WesAKAthemilkman]

Lets grab pizza’s too.

[@mobius-1503]

And winnies and eggs in the mornin 😭. Damn do I miss childhood

[@Loki_Dokie]

@@mobius-1503 what, pray tell, is that? Well I know what eggs are lol We call our oldest son Winnie

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I come from Brazil, and I have something to say, even if by chance one day the life of you do something bad, never stop with your channel, it's an inspiration, it's where I feel safe, where I reconnect with myself, where I find all peace, and where I enjoy quality entertainment

[@ppwheelz]

I have just had surgery for a leg abscess and I have kidney problems tonight, and you, my friend, have just relieved me of all my ailments tonight. I am very grateful to you. keep it up buddy

[@Aaronborrmann]

I needed this right now I have to be awake in 5 hours for a 3 AM shift 🩷 thank you Hawkey, you’re a pure delight

[@ayy-see-ayy-BE]

It's really comforting to be called buddy by you. It always feels so genuine and heartfelt. Thank you

[@nickvogel]

I love your music selection, the retro feel and esthetic of your videos. I am Humbly intrigued! Thank you for creating such a calm and welcoming space. Positive vibes ooze out of these videos and you genuinely bring calm to my anxious mind with these works of art. Thanks 🙏 peace and love ✌️🤟

[@Camalonious]

Your channel has been a life-saver. ty so much brother.

[@harrisonczichas4341]

This video made me feel something that I haven’t felt in a long time. While watching this whole video, I felt genuinely comfortable. Not once was I thinking “Once this video is over I’m gonna have to do this tomorrow”. No, I was entranced listening to your voice and looking at the beautiful woods. You’ve truly given people peace.

[@caryldavid4297]

This. Was. Beautiful. Moved me to tears. I needed to hear something about what's good in the world today, and this was it. Filled me with calm, and hope. Thank you so very much. Caryl in NJ

[@OldTimeHawkey]

Thank you Caryl!

[@natelikestea]

even amongst the many incredible content creators out there, there's just something so special - and extra comforting - about old time hawkey. his videos always manage to set me up for a good nights sleep, or a good day ahead if i catch them in the morning. thank you fritz, please keep being you 🫡❤

[@joredet8521]

I’m not sure how to explain it but your last two videos have found me at perfect times. You’re meant for creating safe and soothing content and I hope you continue. Thanks for more than you know.

[@SimplyQuad]

Thank you for being such a kind person, it makes me so happy watching your videos, and i love the positivity you spread, so truly thank you.

[@KillerKnight157]

The ambient, the music, the voice, the light, the food, everything is just perfection. Thank you so much for this, I’m really loving this series and I hope you keep doing it! Also you did great by removing the text of the ingredients, it feels more immersive and less distracting.

[@amandafox1153]

"And as we grow, may many, find comfort in our shade."

[@onlymyself7225]

my mother is an alcoholic , she is loud when she comes home from the bar which is every other night , sometimes more . She stays up until 6AM the next morning , sometimes longer even , average is somewhere around 6 . She stays up talking to herself in the living room , yelling out to the walls , swearing , talking angry and all sorts of nonsense while also playing loud music and singing out loud as if its some sort of concert from hell going on every week that never ends. I like watching these late at night into the wee hours as this has kept me from ever getting a grip on a sleep schedule , and , i already have a severe sleep condition as it is without her nightmare going . Well buddy , thanks for the calm videos , i often see you out there and i wish i was there with you in peace , just me , God and his creation , i would bring my small dogs with me and have campfires each night , I dont care for the party or the ways of this world anymore , its a nightmare , thanks for sharing your peaceful existence with us and i hope you know the LORD Jesus , he is the only one who has stopped me from killing myself .......love you buddy , all of you , even if you hate me.

[@trevd2087]

Try to get out of that environment if you can. Not sure how old you are but we love you too nobody here hates you!

[@zentai4324]

Wtf, please force a way on her to get help via some org like AA or something like that. The short term distress will be worth it for everyone in the long term

[@ThePduffey]

One of the best yet. Profound meditations about leaves and life and oaks and maples and everything. Thanks!

[@MaxWalterStine]

This is something really special, it’s so niche and it just hits every chord. Beautiful.

[@Brandamonium]

It's really the letter box format that makes this feel so nostalgic.

[@katl3589]

This week has been so hard, this helps ❤ thank you, Buddy

[@myahz8650]

Hawkey comes in at the perfect time, being sick makes it hard to fall asleep but this made it so much easier ❤️

[@pascalmichaelfuchs5692]

My uncle just passed away last Sunday and I could not get the pictures out of my head when the ambulance tried to revive him. But you made me just relax those 10 minutes to calm down and let my mind rest. Thank you so much, buddy.

[@OldTimeHawkey]

So sorry for your loss ❤️

[@Od3en]

Hawkey this is incredible you should be proud of the work you do.

[@juliquinte_]

I can't describe with words how peaceful your videos are, thank you so much for this.

[@stax.8]

ive never felt so much comfort in my entire life

[@MercuryXZ]

Thank you so much for making these. You make me proud to be Canadian

[@sixsix8six]

This guy has been there more for me than my own mother.

[@TrollHunterxXx]

Incredibly sad and amazing all at the same time 😊

[@MNZGamin]

Hope you’re doing okay my brother, all love

[@karakreativevlog]

He's got dogs, he knows how to cook, he's got a beautiful calm demeanour. He's perfect!

[@BubblesTheBard]

i can *feel* this video. the cold, the crunch of the leaves. the heat off the fire.

[@naughtyman6073]

This video is truly something special. At many points it made me quite emotional and somewhat awestruck. I’ve been watching your content for a few years now and it’s honestly helped me through a lot of sleepless and difficult nights. You can see the passion for your craft in this well made video and I think it’s so brilliant because it’s something so unique and often lost in today’s internet algorithms killing our attention span. This video doesn’t force the viewer to be patient and meditative, it doesn’t need to draw the viewer in and keep us here like so much content today. It’s so endearing and manages to strike such a chord of human emotion and experience which all viewers can relate to. Thank you Hawkey. This is a real work of art much needed in the internet and world of today.

[@johanneimmis5948]

Another MASTER PIECE!!! I watched this with my 9 year old son...we love your videos and your pups! Cheers to you buddy!

[@Cyeera]

these videos truly make me feel happier and more at peace. thank you so much fritz and the puppers ❤

[@eyezeee]

Your videos are lovely. They really do capture the essence of comfort exactly. It’s really something to see so many different people getting such similar positive things out of them. Warms my heart buddy❤️

[@ZachDunnTV]

There’s nothing better than a late night upload from our buddy 😊🤝

[@leadpoisoned45]

I was in a pretty bad headspace not long ago, but your videos helped a lot in making me feel better. Thanks for the great videos buddy!

[@rvilinskas]

Hello Buddy. My 5 year old son with a pretty heavy case of ADHD loves watching and listening to your videos. He asks me for the calm video and it’s you. Thank you, keep em coming.

[@misanthropeMona]

Beautiful and calming. Appreciating nature and our life cycles as well as the simple smaller actions life can grant us. This made me feel at peace.

[@j.a.dowell8229]

This is wonderful! I’m a little depressed and this is making everything good!

[@Milkiam]

Hope you’re doing better man ❤

[@Jonathan_Seagull]

What is the music in the background? Sounds so nice

[@Aman-sharma7]

Thank you for your videos. They are really so relaxing and peaceful!!💙

[@maglerdon]

Buddy, you have made an immense impact on this world with your videos. The mixture of art, cooking, and just pure relaxation is something I never knew I needed until I found your channel. Thank you, buddy.

[@sedgecircle]

Thank you for sharing yourself and your life with us, truly. Oh, and "Mulder the border Collie" wanted me to tell you to say "hello buddies!" to Donnybrook and Draper🐾 Have a great night!

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I love old time hawkey ❤

[@OldTimeHawkey]

I love you too buddy!

[@birththehusky5926]

This is beyond beautiful... This is the definition of wholesome.. thank you for sharing with all of us~

[@tessasreng7309]

As always, beautiful and comforting. Thank you a million times 🥰🥰🤗🤗

[@peterbrentrie]

What is this music? It's gorgeous.

[@TylerDaMan62]

Old Time Hawkey is the best!!!!!!

[@smasanomas]

Wish I could express how much I appreciate you and your stuff, and just these past two videos are something special in their own right. Never felt so warm; brings a really special nostalgia for me of Autumn camping up in Algonquin Take of yourself and your pup boys the same bud

[@daizz1720]

The peace you give us with your videos is just incredibly valueable. I thank you with the bottom of my heart

[@coffee1635]

Song?

[@bobbyshmert8795]

For real tell me if u ever find it

[@riq8636]

May I ask what song you have playing in the background of this lovely video?

[@rikbry2392]

You may

[@AuraFerret]

I have severe anxiety and have been my entire life. I’m constantly searching for something-anything to help calm myself, and i think i just found something that really helps through this series. Thank you so much for doing these, from the bottom of my heart. I struggle with hanging on the brink of anxiety attacks and trying to push along life with so much stress on my plate. You help make it just that bit better. Thank you, so much.

[@hannaganistic5148]

This just helped me through a really sad day. I truly hope this isn't the last upload of the season..but if it is..thank you Fritz and fam! Much love from Iowa

[@Voltigeur07]

These videos are like a warm hug ❤🥲

[@d_fragg_8965]

Love your videos they relax me and make me feel happy thanks for everything you do

[@ellen4956]

Thank you Fritz. Your calmness, kindness and insight give me a secure, safe and hopefull feeling. Thank you for being here.

[@BigHoss-]

Your a blessing to this universe hawkey, may all good things come your way. I hope one day, when our winters come and we land among the stars, we can cook up a pudgy pie together buddy!

[@mexyrexy5796]

Man i love your videos, so much stress lately but this helped me relax. Sending cozy vibes to you all❤

[@shunoaki4332]

Your videos are like a pillow for my soul. ❤

[@StickyRice43]

Yeeehhh!! I'm soo happy to know this series is continuing. You are soo calming and cozy bruddy, thank you ♡