Cozying Up in the First Days of Winter

[@stacyrosa6672]

I live in rural Northern Michigan, off the coast of Lake Huron. I've heated my little cottage with wood for 13 years. I don't think many folks realize how much work goes into the process. I'm 60 years old, and I'm honestly over the romantic notions that others have of my homesteading lifestyle here. It's a whole lot of work! Much respect for you , Annabelle ❣

[@mtnshelby7059]

Bless you. I did that life for 30 years and left it this year. It does get harder. Butb I miss my wood stove.

[@Angel_HippieCityHealing]

I am having my first winter in the woods with a wood stove. Absolutely had no idea how much work goes into it. I will be planning for next winter in April lol Hugs💕✨

[@stacyrosa6672]

@@Angel_HippieCityHealing That's a good plan, because there's nothing worse than scrambling to get wood in November. I also quickly realized that I needed to have my wood stacked as close to my door as possible. It was no fun trudging through a foot or three of snow to get to the woodshed on my property. I go through about eight cords each winter, and try to keep two cord stacked on my deck, next to the back door. Best of luck to you for your first winter with wood heat!

[@Angel_HippieCityHealing]

@@stacyrosa6672 thank you for your advice. It is much appreciated!

[@Noone-rt6pw]

Yeah it's good until one has too many ailments

[@marinakarlova3956]

Miss your videos! Hope you're doing well...Sending a lot of love and positive energy...

[@elisethompson3235]

My dad always says stacking wood is like a puzzle, each piece is different, but each piece has a place it belongs.

[@mtnshelby7059]

Miss your updates! Looking forward to more when you're ready to return.

[@bluejayvintageretro]

Just a thought...wood stacked against the house often attracts termites, a bit dangerous. Wearing gloves would be a great protection against sap and splinters🙏🙏blessings to you and your wonderful videos.

[@livelikeliz]

Thank you so much for sharing this glimpse into your life with us as we go into the calmer and colder season. Such a beautiful and aesthetically crafted vlog and such peaceful vibes 🥰 Much love from a fellow slow living creator in the countryside of Bavaria 💕

[@samthomas9500]

Bet it’s Beautiful there as well!! PEACEFUL IS WHAT IM AFTER!! *From South Carolina,, USA!!🌛🌝🌜

[@justin_a_greenwitch]

I love that there's at least one messy spill in each video ❤️

[@AnnabelMargaretGreen]

haha I'm glad

[@YourPainting1]

You’re videos are akin to a warm cup of tea 🤍

[@doulacoach6801]

YES❣

[@starrjarod4148]

Cup of black coffee! I would say :)

[@johnadamski4012]

🌲🍀🐾hot ♨️ chocolate & warm apple 🥧🐾🍀🌲.

[@starrjarod4148]

@@johnadamski4012 sure!

[@michelleturnbull7480]

I love it that you don’t flinch in showing the little accidents that happen while crafting syrup! You are so real! I adore your work. Thank you!

[@sew_i_did5257]

A tip for piling wood (my least favorite winter chore--we've heated with wood for over 35 years now). Do the ends like this: Layer one: =. Layer two on top of layer one: II. Repeat with alternating the layers like this at the ends, it will help keep the pile from capsizing like it did at 16:50. Stack your wood as normal between the crosshatched ends. Hope this helps in the future!

[@AnnabelMargaretGreen]

thank you! I really appreciate the tip and will be sure to use it next year!

[@galelascala105]

I was thinking that too...lol..plus, being someone who only has wood to heat the house, don't stack up against any building; no air circulation and can damage the house (if it's wooden like my house is).

[@jenniferbeverley]

@Gale LaScala I've heard it can also increase the risk of wood-boring insects entering your home! Like termites and carpenter ants

[@arjantjeee]

I love that you keep an eye on the cycle by giving back too. Many people forget this. 💚

[@feliscuragi4779]

Your videos are always a breath of fresh air, thank you

[@witch8794]

Here’s To You Anna & Your Fur Family~ Blessed Be🖤

[@michelebaker6001]

Thank you so much for sharing this video and all of your calming videos. I am at home from work sick with a cold and I really do appreciate being able to watch this video. Your videos are so soothing and calming. I love the way you bring nature into the house, I will be trying to make your craft as soon as I am feeling better. It is beautiful and I am sure it smells so good.

[@1NaturalMystik1]

you shouldn't stack firewood on the ground, put something under like cinder blocks, also you don't have much of a under hang you should put a tarp over the wood. it'll keep the wood longer.

[@AnnabelMargaretGreen]

This wood will be used up in a few months so it doesn’t need to keep very long but those are great tips for longterm storage

[@maryanne7988]

I love your videos and calm and gentle approach to your craft. Thanks!

[@wolfinallen7757]

I love seeing the dogs. I also have two shepherds.

[@klaraplantperson3569]

This is truly underrated the amount of work and effort put into theses videos is insane the visual are just beautiful keep it up 🤍

[@Witchclits]

So soothing.❤

[@placebo5466]

Upstate New Yorker here. A good rule of thumb is about 3 cords of wood per 1000 square foot area. That should be enough to last you until the end of the season.

[@EmmeChatterton]

So happy for a new vlog, it's like a breath of fresh mountain air each time. Sorry to hear you were sick again, bad timing, but glad you are better now and prepared with your homemade syrup. I hope you find the inspiration to make many more vlogs this season, they bring so much peace and cheer to all of us, but only as much as you feel energized to do that is. Be well and have a wonderful time!

[@danherrick5785]

Been missing you. I have benifited greatly from your posts. You speak to us in a way that means so much. Please post when your ready. No pressure. We will be here... Hugs and kisses...

[@guapodesperado2822]

Such a beautiful Human Being. Shine on, Annabel.

[@K.Lovelace1968]

Thank you for this beautiful video... I need your recipes though, everything you make looks so good... I wish you a beautiful day, and look forward to your next video..

[@FirestyledSamaurai]

I love that you returned unused herbs. More should do this more often! Love watching the animals!

[@vickeydykstra2355]

You are a gentle soul. I love your videos so much. Thank you and stay well.

[@greenthrivers]

You're so down to earth it's a pleasure to listen to your stories. Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@cherieheyn6553]

You take away all of my anxiety with your voice. I'm so glad you are feeling better. I used to live in Colorado with a fireplace and know exactly how it sounds and smells. Wishing you the best. Stay well and cozy. Blessed be❣

[@whimsical1953]

the winter forest is beautiful

[@Moon_Glow222]

You need a nice pair of work gloves for carrying & stacking your wood pile....maybe a Yule gift/investment? As always, beautiful video! 😍

[@ilzitek2419]

Thank you.

[@EvergreenMagicAcademy]

there is an easier way to stack the ends of the pile, so it doesn't fall. I lived on the mountain in Oregon for many years and we had to stack 8 to 10 cords of wood per year. When you get to the end reverse the direction of wood every other time. I have been told its the German way of stacking. This way you keep a rectangle and not end up with a pyramid, or it falling down. hope this helps.

[@ScarlettDeeva]

Your videos are always so so beautiful! They soothe my soul with the richness of the videography and your gentle narration. ❤️

[@kathleenroberts7972]

Oh those two gorgous dogs watching you at the window!

[@AGoddamnedHarpy]

Your vids are a surefire nervous system tonic for me 😌

[@marujaa1]

Look forward to the next adventures. Stay safe

[@castlejames4736]

Grim trying to steal the piece of wood was adorable, hopefully you have enough wood for the winter!

[@LastChanceTinyHouse]

As you stacked the wood, the thought came to mind if your lady friend was still in the picture....... and then you answered the question. I hope your well in the winter months to come.

[@giarmate]

I love watching your channel when I'm feeling anxious/overwhelmed, it brings so much peace, but not just that, also with a nice cup of tea before bed.

[@KISSESFROMAFRIEND]

I love your videos, I get excited every time I see a post from you.😊

[@samthomas9500]

It’s so BEAUTIFUL THERE!! I’d feel so safe. I feel safe in nature. I could go into woods and never come out!!!❤

[@johnadamski4012]

🌲🍀🐾damn straight🐾🍀🌲!

[@samthomas9500]

Have a few homing pigeons to do the bidding. Lol. I’d be set. What a Beautiful place!!

[@verasohnikratochwill6314]

You are an inspiration. A breath of fresh air. An Angel upon the Earth. Heaven is arriving upon Earth! You are essentially here to be a lighthouse. Spreading blessings. Your life is …. Just the way it is ❤❤❤❤grateful❤❤❤❤

[@johnadamski4012]

🌲🍀🐾 l've said in another of Annie's vids, that she's an orb of light, (or spirit) of & sent from the "other world" to "help" those who are disconnected from Nature. U can tell this by her Sincerity. It's real MAGICK🐾🍀🌲.

[@zenithsabyss]

I love your videos, they make me feel so calm, and I've been learning to enjoy simple everyday tasks by watching you.

[@ShylieKay]

Hi Annie, love this. Here's hoping it'll keep you through this winter. Maybe between the cabin and the apartment it will stretch. Hope you're doing really well in all facets of life, darn that cold. Sending love. Dang Grimmy's so big. Hug them both for me.

[@pilarous]

I love watching your videos to help me ease into my morning. Everyone around me seems to need a JOLT of loud and exciting in the mornings and then go, go, go, all day but that is so jarring to me.

[@roystephens1534]

Beautiful place you live in there !!!

[@mschmidt1645]

Love watching you craft things and just your lifestyle in general. You always pick really good music too! 😊Hope you’re feeling better.

[@helibloo3867]

Beautifully filmed, love seeing your dogs 💜

[@JanTrewhitt]

Having lots of wood for the fire is very important as winter approaches! Love your little evergreen piece, so cute!

[@XeniaSketchbookPages]

Firewood adds incredible coziness to the yard. We have electric heaters. So I don't need to collect firewood. I hope one day I will have a house with a big yard and a fireplace.

[@BelindaTN]

Your hair looks so cute like that.🙂 and what kind of pants are you wearing and where did you find them? (The pair at the beginning of your video. I love them. Love that cottage too.

[@Kira_Martel]

Yes, I'd love to know about the pants too. Been looking for a good pair like this.

[@natalees7868]

I’m also here for the awesome pants! Would love a link if she has one! 💚

[@juliemunson6098]

So glad life is looking bright!!! Happy Holiday season.

[@andrewframe8046]

Have you ever considered compressed wood products for times when your wood supply just needs to stretch a little bit? North Idaho Energy Logs are reliably my favorite, plus they're local-ish.

[@PatriceMarieDobson]

It is so beautiful and calming.. Annabelle., Suggestion: Please USE GLOVES TO PROTECT YOUR HANDS, when you piled wood.

[@llt4000]

I loved everything in this vlog!

[@FearlessNimue]

I've been taking Elderberry syrup as a preventative forn3yrs now. This year I finally felt comfortable enough to make my own. It turned out much better than I expected. *proud newbie* *If you've never taken Elderberry syrup or tincture before start slow. It can upset stomachs and act as a bm motivator.

[@dodiekoehler]

May I suggest, for your wood stacking. A good pair of heavy-duty work gloves. Your hands will thank you! I love the beautiful but simple greenery ornamentation. I can't remember your white dogs name. I always refer to him as Ghost. 🥰

[@Noone-rt6pw]

I missed this one. It's nice taking us out for a walk in the woods. Any Sasquatch in your area? Bring a couple bananas to him, peel first. Peace offering. You might want a .357 in case he's not peaceful.

[@christine6502]

😂

[@gargameljekral488]

i love how peacefull is everythink around you .. wish to know this feeling in my life ..somehow i cant manage this :D

[@feliscuragi4779]

Why do you say you can't manage it?

[@gargameljekral488]

@@feliscuragi4779 i feel like i cant have peaceful mind .. i always feel a lot of stress and restlessness ... im not calm but i dont know why

[@feliscuragi4779]

@@gargameljekral488 may I suggest you try meditation,& gratitude..slowly I believe you will start to feel great if you overthink go easy on it.

[@gargameljekral488]

@@feliscuragi4779 i will try for sure .. thanks !

[@kathymcintire6182]

Beautiful Annabelle 🤗💞🎄🎁

[@johnadamski4012]

🌲🍀🐾giving back to the Woodlands, as a true forest "person" does, it's that, "sincerity" shining through again. Hope u feel better. Love Hazel's camera stare by the fireplace. Just needs to be some hot chocolate, (made with milk) warm apple pie (made by you), & soft warm chocolate chip cookies. A few pillows and a two person sleeping bag😚😉💚🐾🍀🌲.

[@DestinyGodden]

Sorry to hear you got sick, but glad your feeling better. I have started my magic journey after a long time of interest and can’t wait to learn about the elder berry syrup. Take care and I look forward to your next video.

[@RachelTeeKae]

When I was an older kid I had to chop and stack the wood and learn how to heal the ax if it got loose. Kids aren’t allowed to do real life things much anymore.

[@XCleverlittledemonX]

What Happened To Annie?? Why Hasn't She Posted Anything? I'm A Bit Worried😔

[@dianesavant2818]

Your dogs are beautiful ❤️

[@mandy6062]

Love this video. If I may offer some advice, wear gloves while stacking so you don’t have to be as gentle with your hands and avoid splinters. I like stacking wood too. 🥰

[@AmethystAscensionTarot]

So beautiful! 💖

[@nicholasbosco8811]

The way she threw it at 0:51 😂

[@augusthavince8909]

That was a lot of firewood. I worried about your fingers watching that, though. I'm pretty sure that bureau is possessed by you, for sure. :)

[@alyseandrews1066]

Are those little white flowers under your woodpile alyssums? I noticed mine were among the last blooming flowers in the yard this year, just them an a few late red clovers

[@informationgathererM]

Consider a barrier between the house and your wood, elevated a bit off ground for air. Too close encourages rot , bugs, mice, etc. Fyi.

[@starrjarod4148]

Kind of like you could simply be summarized on this: A winter's day In a deep and dark December I am alone Gazing from my window to the streets below On a freshly fallen silent shroud of snow... .P.S 1964

[@dragonfang95]

Can you post about where you buy or how you make your skirts? I love them!

[@hsoderberg6505]

Elderberry has really gone mainstream - my local Rite-Aid has lots of products containing it. I've used zinc products several times to stop colds successfully.

[@peaceandquiet7137]

love all that you do. when i was watching you stack the wood, i did think that you should get some gloves. splinters can be painful. just thinking of your well being 🙂

[@SunshineDawn7]

Another lovely video 😊Thank you so much and i am very glad you are feeling better. I am really looking forward to your elderberry syrup recipe. We could sure use that around here. I am really liking your boots. I think i could wear them with my neuropathy. Could you please tell what kind they are or where i may be able to purchase them. I am very limited as to what i can wear on my feet. If you find the time i would sure appreciate it. I really love those little protection wreaths you make. We have pine here but not spruce. I think i am going to improvise. Such a lovely little calming project 🥰 Also another good video you could make would be , how you dry your orange slices so beautifully. Do you put them on a rack or just a cooking sheet ? Sorry 😬guess i have a lot of questions this time. The pups cracked me up trying to run off with your wood lol. They are Beautiful dogs ❤❤Much love and Blessed Yule 🌲💚

[@108chaitea]

Where do you get your clothes? love the wood stacking, so peaceful. let poor doggo have a stick to play with!

[@karenroe6270]

Ok such a strange thing 🤔 I am very empathetic & I noticed something odd & maybe helpful for you. When you are filming in the cabin & your apartment you look differently. The cabin your aura is so warm & calm. Almost fuzzy I'd say. In your apartment videos you are so full of all the energy of the city & others around you. I don't know if you understand this. But it's very interesting to see the way I do. Most people look at others & see what they are wearing etc. I wish they could see themselves in my eyes. Its distressing at times. But we must nature the gifts we are given & learn to use them for good. Sending you Love and Light from Washington state 💖 🌟 Have a blessed week 🤗

[@ChocolatKrysia]

The end, double you lol 💙🙏🏾😂👀🤍

[@PrincessKladia]

I absolutely love your videos, always so beautiful and peaceful. I noticed on your left window at the 7:45 mark, something or someone popped or appeared…kinda caught me off guard

[@thelmakatherine5396]

It is the reflection of the top of her head. 😊

[@riot.9]

hey, it's the Green witch - HI!

[@alwayscuriousalwayslearnin]

I am currious if you recieved any of the snow we got in British Columbia down there on the coast

[@AnnabelMargaretGreen]

We did! The dogs have been loving it!

[@alwayscuriousalwayslearnin]

@@AnnabelMargaretGreen Dogs love the snow :)

[@personalalchemy1111]

Hi there! I was wondering when you craft these things made of cedar, do you have to do anything to get rid of any bugs in the branches? Thanks! :)

[@judycalvert6074]

Where did you get your long wrap skirts?

[@marie-noelvoyer2837]

I need to know where you got those amazing pants!!

[@sutherlandpetty]

Where did you get your pants from it the clip with you piling the wood ?

[@carolynhoover9444]

🥰🥰

[@StardustLilianna]

You got me sick twinnie annie 😭 lol jp 😂 hope you're doing well love ya!

[@smyerskelley]

Is that a simmer pot starter? Great video!

[@jailtonmeira1520]

Annabel ! Please send me more video's. Thank you .👤🙏👍

[@madamecarolina9889]

I love your pants ❤ where did you get them?

[@TheFloralWitch]

Annie! Where do you get there’s beautiful skirts?

[@johnadamski4012]

🌲🎄🍀🐾🕯📜🦊🦌🐕Warm Winter Solstice ❄ Greetings & Happy Holiday's 🎁 Lady Anna-🔔, 💚🍪's &🥛🎅🛷🐾🍀🎄🌲.

[@anrim7537]

Anna, this is going to sound totally mental, I know. But please hear me out. The moment I saw Grim I suddenly got a horrible feeling, the first thing that crossed my mind was "omg he's going to die so young!" When I see Hazel alone I don't feel anything bad. But every time I see him, it's as if all the sadness in the world has suddenly gathered. And every time that feeling gets stronger. In this video, when I saw it, I felt physical pain. I can't explain, I don't even understand what's going on. I tried to convince myself that I was imagining it and that it was just a coincidence, but now I can't fight that feeling anymore. I'm a veterinarian and I feel quite well when an animal is suffering. And it was always only live, never via video. But there is something different about him. He looks perfectly healthy to me, but I can't shake this horrible feeling that you're going to be without him. I know how expensive vets are, and how long you have to wait for an appointment, but please, if you haven't recently, take him to a check up. Discuss whether it might be useful to do a gastropexy, check the basic blood tests. I don't want to scare you, or send bad vibes, encourage you to spend money or anything like that. And I fought for a long time not to say anything to you. But I would never forgive myself if something happened to him without me saying anything. The last thing I want is for you to find yourself in a storm with him sick, with no help.

[@ricardodemattos8490]

(8:50) Like my dogs! 😄🐕

[@cassymr]

I know that is not your video style, but I would really love to see a bit of your wardrobe. I love your style, and I love those skirts of yours, but they appear mostly the half up part in the camera. I wish I could see all of them, and get inspired to change a little of the way I dress up.

[@marcinmazur1217]

👍

[@Talon5Karrde]

What pants are those? They are really nice.

[@triplemooninspirations]

@7:40 it looks like a guy watching you from the window lol

[@salty11bitch71]

Do you see the usnea tincture?