Growing Martina's Miniature Garden

Spring is just around the corner here in Tokyo, and with the weather warming up, Martina decided it was time to add a bit more to her outdoor fairy garden.
Hop on your bikes: we're going to our favourite family restaurants, then over to Nakano Broadway - a less crazy version of Akihabara but with all the anime, manga, and vintage toys. We'll check out Martina's favourite toy shop and hopefully find a few Pokemon :D
If you want to see more of our house or how Martina's miniature garden has grown over time, check this video out:
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[@spongebobsquareazz]

I never comment, but please don’t feel sorry or guilty if your video doesn’t go as planned! I’d be perfectly happy watching Martina just sitting on a couch comfortably with fluffy pillows, chatting with Simon about literally any topic. You guys bring me so much joy, inspiration and encouragement!

[@Hunlover123601]

SAME OHMYGOSH

[@marlenecarrasco8018]

Same

[@elizabethcai1109]

*10 years later* A miniature garden has spread throughout the city of tokyo. Scientist are still trying to figure out the growing phenomenom

[@christinastroup438]

😊

[@MaiMuffins]

Phenomenom nom nom?

[@HUOGoofballs]

A group of super powered teens from all over Japan was brought together to discover the secret of the Garden. After much laughter, struggle, and tears, the Garden's secret was revealed to be... Friendship.

[@larelles1]

Yo this sounds like a damn awesome idea for a kids book :D

[@YGhappyvirus]

Christina Stroup 10? I’d give it like... maybe 2.... months

[@shadowolf1321]

"I sat on the toilet so long my foot went numb" It's sad how relatable that is 😢

[@amberl313]

Me sitting on the toilet watching KZbin 😅

[@KaelleB]

Samesies

[@ingiewingie]

My thighs get numb

[@ashlynns.7425]

I don't know if this makes sense, but I feel like what Dan did for Martina with the snowboarding is what Simon and Martina have done for us nasties but with traveling for years. I've been seeing the world vicariously through you guys for almost a decade

[@happinesss2]

Yeah dan was adorable and sweet doing that for martina haha although I think she got secondhand stress from him going backwards 😂

[@kumudunimalkanthi2144]

Ashlynn mamapodiyAtakalabaluwaitinohelatapandanatinaamadamataonidewalmamakaranwamamakamatina sinhalaliyanEnisatamimMawelaaragnamonagRiathadabakanatimagekamTa ButithinkmesinetimewithmeworngoneiamkumumTinamacarmyoilitsokiloveyourrrrrrmmmu

[@doodlebug0707]

I love that they have such an awesome friend that wants to make her smile and actually thinks about her and knowing not being able to do something you love can take a toll on you. So many people don't think of other people like that ♥️

[@JamesWelsh]

Spent over £100 in that mall after Martina recommended it on Twitter! Got lost, got a ton of Gudetama toys and got lost again it was actually amazing 😝🙏🏼

[@roberthaines6480]

Haha I was just about to comment about this and you beat me to it! We got such a cool mini gudetama lunch time party set and showed Martina on Twitter, was such a cool place!

[@eatyourkimchi]

@@roberthaines6480 I remember that!!! And then I was jealous haha 😭

[@lorak.4023]

I can already feel I'll spend all my money there if I ever go to Japan. Glad you had an enjoyable time :D

[@PigeonCarriere]

I have spent so much in Nakano vs Akihabara funny enough. I love it there!

[@phr00tsnax]

Martina! I’m a nurse and also deal with chronic pain (cancer survivor, fibromyalgia, some cervical spine and knee stuff). I’ve been teaching my patients your Build a Ladder technique for coping with illness and depression and they all love it. It’s helped me and it’s helping people of all ages and backgrounds. Thanks for sharing with us all! ❤️

[@HinataOujoSama]

i'M an RN student in Norway an this comment was so important to me. Thank you for being such a great inspiration to me and any other nurses around the world

[@Sortina1]

'm a nurse too. I work in an intensive care unit in Poland. We get patients in very difficult condition, some of them learn to breathe again, eat alone or sit down. I often tell them not to give up, they have tried with little steps to build a ladder. Many of them liked the system very much. Martina, your words reach beyond what you could imagine and help more people than you think. :D

[@zinniavelasco5881]

What video was that in? I'd like to see too

[@Ryuurika]

Not a nurse but I deal with chronic pain and mental illness. Since this helps me so much I make sure to teach all my friends too, it's helped a lot of people! Always thankful to Martina and Simon!

[@louloubear444]

Thank you for sharing this. As I was watching this I was wondering if I could be a nurse due to my own chronic illness, persistent migraines and I'm pretty sure I am getting arthritis, it's a part of my genetics and I've started to get symptoms over the past couple of months. I've completed 1.5 years of nursing school and I decided to take a break. Reading your comment inspired me to continue with this journey.

[@ClearlyPixelated]

I know that you all have anxiety about these new "slice-of-life" videos, but honestly, they are fantastic. I would not stress about becoming "lazy" KZbinrs or vloggers. These are not that. Truly they are a joy to watch and show a nice slow-paced side that I can relate to as a fellow thirty-something-year-old. The videos are almost familial and make me feel more like a part of your Build A Ladder family. Thank you

[@TheOrchia]

We need to protect the pureness of Martina's soul. She's precious.

[@meganle6140]

Dan is such a sweet, precious cinnamon roll for thinking of you when he could've just thought of having fun and boarding down by himself, but decided to share it with you, now that's true friendship

[@frostdrake6845]

I feel such a spiritual bond with Meemers. I too demand affection while being perpetually grumpy.

[@zee2938]

"If you had a crush on me before... You don't anymore" 😂😂😂 I can't stop laughing at all that

[@artlover20.]

Omg Martina's period day 1 knife analogy was so accurate haha!

[@Leanimal]

And here I thought Dan couldn’t be more attractive.

[@MissSaintG]

Meemers and Martina walking down the stairs together every morning is so wholesome.

[@chronicobserver5534]

You know Meemers was upset that Martina didn't stop for a break.

[@carolann811]

My son, who's now 25 and still has all his Pokemon cards, always gave me the Oddish cards because he said I was Odd--ish and they reminded him of me. I still have them :)

[@just_some_donkus]

That was such a sweet thing of Dan to do! I haven’t kept up with the EYK videos lately, but I’ve been keeping up via the podcast. I really love this new format where we get to see kind of the journey to do things. Like before maybe you would have cut out day 2 for instance, but I like how you put it in and used it as sort of a lesson on why it’s really important to keep going and keep trying. I appreciate it a lot. I love the new garden figurines!

[@FlusteredVampire]

That black tee and high waisted skirt make you look SNATCHED GIRRRRL.

[@neoxdeviant1201]

Oh my goodness, Meemers going down the stairs is the literal best 😭😍

[@zam023]

He moved like a caterpillar >_

[@mkwave4936]

So sweet!!!

[@SmilingSas]

Yeah it was like watching a really slow fuzzy caterpillar XD

[@EmmaLawlor14]

Despite everything that has happened this video still brings me joy as well as the cleaning video☺️ I hope both Martina and Simon are doing well on their separate paths❤️

[@itsDARLAsChannel]

"I'm Logan Paul" THE SHADE!

[@eatyourkimchi]

For this week's adventure, we're going to work on building Martina's fairy garden up a little bit more :D

[@the1andonlytrav]

So magical.

[@Luxmundee]

I wanna make a fairy garden too! It'll have so many lil kitties and totoro buddies and also CLAMP cuties like mokona/spinel sun/etc!

[@FalconMoon44]

Exciting!!!!! 🤗🙏❤️

[@harmboogie]

SMOL THINGS!!!!! Huzzah! Also what jacket is Simon wearing? Y'all both look great in this vid :)

[@TheSpideycounselor]

Today has definitely been one of those days that I didn’t accomplish much of anything. Y’all just lifted my spirits ❤️ thanks for always being so real with your audience. It means a lot to know that people I admire also struggle day to day with overcoming chronic pain.

[@LDNxWower]

The idea of what is being productive vs lazy is unfortunately so messed up in our society. Not only our physical health but also our mental health is affected by this. Obviously, we need to have days for ourselves and know that is more than OK because we tackled our mental health that day and that can be work on its own. I'm so happy to see you guys out and having a great time together though :) You two are so supportive of each other and I can barely imagine being in a relationship like that.

[@vixxcelacea2778]

This. To me, I view any laziness as a sign of illness, not "weak will". Why would anyone want to sabotage themselves or feel miserable? I don't believe laziness exists, I think it's a sign that something is off rather than something to judge. The person is in need o help, not blame. I know those days acutely where it's not even "I don't want to" it's "I can't". Take getting out of bed when depression hits hard. Not only is it mentally exhausting, everything in your mind fights doing anything that might help you, but because your brain controls the rest of your body, your muscles literally feel fatigued. People vastly underestimate the toll that mental conditions and state has on the rest of you. It's not a mind over matter when it's the mind being the problem. I can't even imagine having both a physical and mental problem which just cycle each other in a never ending spin of frustration. Martina is probably the strongest person I've ever heard of. Forget lifting contests. It takes a serious champ to do what she does. Then on top of that she feels guilty or something when unable to do all she wants to do. That absolutely breaks my heart. I see enough people I know feel the same way with mental conditions that give massive barriers. It always hurts to watch someone blame themselves or get mad at their disabilities when in reality, I'm just impressed anyone with these garbage issues is just surviving. That in itself is massively impressive, let alone trying to live a normal happy life, that's superman levels of ability.

[@DAYBROK3]

There was an old book called the “right to be lazy” its on project Gutenberg

[@grammarnazi12]

Martina (and Simon!) are probably the most encouraging KZbinrs I have ever watched. Your positivity isn't forced or fake "everything is wonderful and happy!!!", but genuine and honest. Even though I don't have any chronic pain or illnesses, I find there are always days where I relate to that feeling of being depressed or tired and not wanting to do anything. But to see you picking yourself up, building a ladder, and pushing through helps me to tell myself that I, as an able-bodied person, have literally no excuse to be unproductive and waste the healthy body that I have. Thank you for bringing us on your journey and being vulnerable with us; to see you go through struggles, sometimes failing but often succeeding to build your ladder, is more encouraging than forced happiness for the camera ever will be.

[@Nny11YT]

I don't comment nearly enough on your videos, but I am always touched by them. Me and my best friend have been in a rough place this year, and seeing videos like this (where you enjoy life for what you enjoy, run out of spoons, uterus tries to murder you, good support networks, loving s/o, and you still build a ladder) are really inspiring to me and I'm sure others out there in the world. Just, thank you both from my aroace ass and from my best friend s/o (I guess???????) even if he's too shy to ever comment. You two are a highlight of our week every week!

[@adrianbceleste]

Simon said "My name is Logan Paul" IM DEAD

[@eatyourkimchi]

I said some stuff afterwards that I had to cut out...but yeah fuck that guy.

[@astroboy3507]

Simon and Martina 👌

[@adrianbceleste]

@@eatyourkimchi YEAH!

[@anaideosorio2440]

Simon and Martina THIS IS WHY I LOVE YOU GUYS😩😂😂

[@todorro]

I DIED LOL

[@musicthroughthenight]

Awww that was very sweet of dan to call and share his experience snowboarding ^^

[@JellieBee]

I love the comment about patting yourself on the back for your accomplishments- I’ve ordered a few times entirely in Japanese and I feel great but then get sad because I feel like I could be so much better. It was nice to hear that too! You’re doing amazingly 💖💖 I spent last week in Akihabara and completely forgot to go to Nakano Broadway ( ；∀；) I love the garden! Needs to be bigger and take over everything haha. And yay Jigglypuff love!

[@JayTolentinoIsAwesome]

Whaaat do I sense a beautiful new series on everyday ladder building?! These day-in-the-life type videos have just been so sweet and uplifting - thanks so much for making them!

[@happinesss2]

Omg I love that series theme/title

[@smodge1970]

"My name is Logan Paul" - well I just laughed so hard I nearly fell off my chair. 🤪

[@Chellekathryn]

Melika Smodge so funny!

[@aquaria13-notsoprogamer84]

I went down here to see if anyone commented on that! I’m still watching the video too! Hilarious!

[@Eszra]

I was watching that part on the bus! I nearly died!

[@rachc8698]

@@aquaria13-notsoprogamer84 Me too!! Hahahaha

[@Kmisun]

"We're American, definitely not Canadian... 😂

[@AndryuITA]

"I'm american.... not canadian.... my name is Logan Paul" XD

[@junoleigh6302]

Such couples goals. I am so thrilled to be visiting Japan in October, and your videos have made me feel more secure in knowing I can handle Japan as a person with chronic disease. 🏵️🌸💐Building my ladder too💐🌸🏵️

[@sweetbailarina92]

I feel you Martina, I'm on my period too and my cramps are horrible (sometimes I black out 😫)!! BTW your lil garden is so cute, love it ❤

[@JakesterJung]

Dan is so pure, such sweet soul

[@liannesedurifa]

Dan was so precious for sharing his experience with you, Martina. That was my first thought first few minutes into the video. But after watching the entire video I realized all of you are so precious and sweet. ❤️❤️❤️

[@Nausaica]

Kichijoji OMG I used to work there as an internship gardener, met so many nice grandmothers clients who gave me cakes and tea T.T Japanese (and Martina

[@ThuyTran-sn1fh]

The Red Dead reference while petting Meemers... 😂😂😂😂. It was great!!! 👌😘😁😁😁. Great video guys.

[@annoyingmultifandomname2217]

Meemers casually flexing on Martina by walking down stairs faster than her.

[@KeetandeH]

Dan calling you and showing you him snowboarding made me so happy!

[@rachaeldurkin4708]

I love that Martina loves stickers and bright colors and other random decorations. I am 40 years old, 41 in June, and I adore stickers, have crazy colored hair, love to randomly decorate my stuff, put pins/badges (whatever you would be most comfortable calling them) all over my purse and bookbag. I don't plan on changing any of that any time soon. It makes me happy, my fiance likes it, and no one else's opinion really would affect mine. So, why not do what makes you happy, as long as no one else is getting hurt in the process.

[@kirstin8823]

Martina, you're my spirit animal. I'm 28 and dealing with chronic back pain from arthritis from an old injury. Your attitude of praising yourself for what you have done instead of scolding yourself for what you haven't done is really inspirational! Some days I just want to lay in bed and not do anything, but I'm slowly learning that it's okay to rest and heal!

[@Robloco619]

If I ever crossed the street and saw a grown man stroking his thigh saying "You got a crush on me Guuurrl" it will haunt me for the rest of my life.....actually seeing in the video will still haunt me hahahahaha

[@jarajelly]

martina's period mood is relatable af

[@ArtsyMario]

Yep, I totally agreed.

[@mackenziekarsonovich1073]

Rewatching this video for a pick me up. Your optimism is so infectious! What dan did for Martina makes my heart swell. That is so considerate and sweet that he thought of her and wanted to share that feeling with her.

[@kymbaahearn]

"If you had a crush on me before you don't anymore!" - you two are wonderful. May your days be full of joy!

[@nicolenox7882]

Dan is so flipping sweet! 😍what a lovely thing to do LOVE HIM!

[@JCXP123]

More than that, when he's shooting food videos with them, FEED HIM LOVE IS THE MOMEEENTTT

[@bluejbird410989]

There are so many lovely things about this video! 1.Fat boy meemers 2.Martina being cute while gushing over miniatures 3.Dan being a bomb ass friend 4.Martina having real talk about how a uterus can literally be a bish 5.The wholesome vlog like quality. 6.Amazing life advice Seriously such a joyful video to watch 💕

[@ravenskye6595]

I am a cancer patient dealing with this challenge for 3 years... building a ladder is the only way I keep my sanity. Thank you for sharing your challenges, it helps me to know there are many others facing similar struggles yet we celebrates those small victories. You are awesome Martina ❤️❤️❤️

[@Anjelljuju93]

Martina is so strong. She makes me want to face the day no matter how small or difficult it could me. Sometimes I want to cry for her but I suck it up and stay strong for her.

[@whiterunguard.gatepost]

*a year later "HONEY!! Why is there a small pikachu on my rice?"

[@MikhaelHld]

This felt like one of your old WANKs where you just go to a random place and walk around and do random stuff like your dice challenges and the punishment scroll and I LOVE it!

[@yellowspeckledbug]

And then the ol' music played and....ahhh the best nostalgia mixed with new adventures.

[@blahblahFRANKIE]

Yessss! I miss WANKs and FAPFAPs and WTFs haha ❤️❤️ love all their content though 🌻

[@Anastazjas]

That moment with Dan was so nice, what a sweet thing to do! It’s nice to see that y’all have an actual relationship outside of work.

[@Tolkieniana1]

I love you guys. I had a really reeeally shitty day today, dealing with bullies, illness, loneliness and depression and this video was a sparkle of happiness and helped me finish off the day without a frown but a full smile on my face, something I was so down I couldn't imagine I would be able to do. I really need to thank you guys. Keep being awesome, love from Rome

[@shiusa3202]

I'M CRACKING UP. MEEMERS LOOKS LIKE A FLIPPIN CATERPILLAR GOING DOWN THOSE STAIRS

[@Z.O.1991]

I was gonna write that!!! 😂😂😂

[@vauxite]

When you stopped for lunch and Simon was doing his thing my toddler came rushing over, waved her hand in front of the screen, and yelled "NO BUTT! NO BUTT!"

[@eatyourkimchi]

I guess that's the name of this new dance move. The NO BUTT NO BUTT dance.

[@bonnieedtelish8132]

Last year I was formally diagnosed with arthritis in most of my joints, even though I knew something was going on long before that as stairs became murder and I couldn't really run anymore. Your videos have done a lot to help me accept the diagnosis and realize that my life isn't over because of it. Your videos remind me that it's okay if I can't do as much in a day as I used to be able to, and be kind to myself. Much love from the homeland to both of you!

[@carmenhoojiawen]

when martina talked about how she felt like she's gonna fly while riding her bike and her pinwheel spinning in the wind I teared up i dunno why it's just so beautiful

[@cassidyleonards2411]

I've always described my period cramps as someone dragging a knife back and forth in my abdomen. I too curl up in a ball when the cramps get too bad. Sometimes the only relief is sleep, but even then, the cramps sometimes wake me up. I used to feel like I was making excuses when I stayed home because of the pain. But now, since I know the date of my next period I just take it as a day off. I'd rather stay home and not need it than go out and suffer because I didn't listen to my body.

[@shivitamohan6244]

Same. Period and pms pain is a struggle. I get depressed often because...it's a cycle, it never ends. As soon as your body gets a break, that time rolls around again and here I am overdosing on muscle relaxers and gravol just to function like a human and stomach some food. I have some conditions but ofc not every solution works for everybody and it takes time to figure out how best to cope and what works. Sending infinite love and support to you and our sisters like us. Currently expecting my period to start tomorrow, I'm already sorely bloated, cramping intensely, nauseous, can't eat much, on the verge of a migraine, getting back pain that makes any position super uncomfortable and gastrointestinally screwed. Womanhood eh? Lol 💜

[@Siahnette]

Hey girls, you might just want to check with a medical team if you are not suffering from endometriosis. One in ten women do and it's the worst and can ultimately lead to fertility issues, but simple solutions exist. Lots of love!

[@JCXP123]

Oh gosh :( I've literally had a day where i just curled up into a ball on the couch bc I was dizzy from the blood loss and had a super awful cramp to the point that advil wasn't even working

[@nikkit2959]

Martina looks like a princess! She's so beautiful, especially in those outside shots in the sun.

[@hannahmoeller1725]

Seeing meems being so affectionate and lovey these last few videos has really warmed my heart. He knows he makes you feel happy and steps up when needed. Good fat boi

[@SK-md6dv]

Simon, you are doing right!! We normally put vinegar and Karashi into the noodles:)

[@eatyourkimchi]

Ah thank you! It was my first time to try it. 😓

[@eh7303]

I appreciate these videos so much because you guys show the rawness of dealing w chronic pain but you also show how much love and tenderness you guys have for one another . ❤️ Been a longtime viewer since you guys first joined and I’m forever a Nasty ! 😌❤️

[@cass7570]

I went on a weekend adventure with my boyfriend and I wanted to see this castle. So bad. Six. Flights. Of stairs. He let me take my time and I had to keep reminding myself it’s not embarrassing to take breaks. It’s just taking care of yourself. Pushed through. Had the most amazing day

[@Crushhhed]

It's so heartwarming to see how much you two care about each other and how supportive you are. Sadly love and relationships like this seem so rare these days.

[@VampyLuLu]

1) Dan that was incredibly thoughtful and sweet to think about Martina and take her virtual snowboarding with you. 2) I love how caring and humorous both you and Simon are towards each other and have a high level of self-care to acknowledge that at certain points and times you are limited or tired, but not allowing that to ruin your good mood. 3) I can totally relate with you Martina on the killer period cramps. My first 3 days feel like hell on Earth and I just want to curl up in bed and watch food animes all day...But alas I'm right in the middle of midterms so I build my ladder and pull through classes and watch food animes when I make it back to my dorm...with edible cookie dough to soothe my sweet tooth. 😁

[@carrbarre]

Simon is aging so well 😳 Martina you did gooooood. Also your hair looks like neopolitan ice cream and I love it!

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

Her hair makes me crave something sweet right now.

[@smileofdoom]

Dan is amazing. That made me happy that you have him as a friend along your journey. I also suffer from crazy painful cramps and hug a heating pad to comfort me. Thank you for you two being you and keep building that ladder! 🌸

[@shiny3934]

Simon exclaiming "look at the line just to get on the escalator" and "so busy here today ;__;" resonated with mine and every other introverted soul who's ever stepped into the city on a weekend RIP. thank you for braving the crowds to bring us this beautiful adventure :D :D :D

[@MelancholyMoondancer]

I use to get the worst cramps for 2-3 days during my 5-6 day period. As I have gotten older, switched to Diva Cup they decreased significantly. I have an IUD now so it's not n issue anymore. Getting the IUD was one of the best things I ever did. I'm in my 40s and never want to be pregnant and also was told by spine doctor that it be in my best interest to not be pregnant so it works out. Your gardens are adorable!

[@Carol-nz1ld]

Period day 1..... Same girl same. The pain is awful. I can't get out of bed. I want sweets, salty snacks, and spicy food.

[@Sleep_4444]

Carol Lopez day 1 is hell for me! Have to take a hot shower, force myself to eat something, stick muscle ache patches all over my stomach lower back upper thighs, and stack all my pillows up and just sleep it off...

[@ericadubach1974]

Oh my gods, the curled up on the floor feeling was a real moooood when I was bleeding - gods help me cos I just drugged myself n stayed home!

[@Carol-nz1ld]

Yes! My thighs become solid rocks! Moving feels like a death sentence sometimes. I need hot showers and hot tea to help me begin to deal with the pain. Pain killers don't work on me. 😭😭 but I'm a woman, I have things to do. Pain won't stop us.

[@lissettereynaga601]

Girl same! Last night I had to go through 2 hours of nonstop cramps and back pain that came and went sporadically. Had to slather myself with pain cream to go to sleep 😭

[@ericadubach1974]

Boooo, periods suuuuck! I heard that TENs machines help with chronic pain, if you can find a cheaper unit you might just save your sanity 🙌

[@PythiaLane]

I relate to the energy levels and the period cramps so hard. And when you called Meemers over, my Purrfessor came to comfort me too. 😂 Stay strong, girl. ✊🏻

[@MildredCady]

So true!

[@CaffeineandKindness]

Recently am off ALL hormonal birth control for the first time in my life. Had my first IUD inserted when I was 16 so thats 2 IUDs. They stopped my periods completely. Recently got my first period in 8 years and I remember now why this sucks.

[@HadaChaos]

For a short, shitty time I jused to have cramps, that made me throw up or faint - luckily those stayed away for quite some time now 💪but makes me anxious thinking about them 🙁 #girlsquad

[@tishtish4]

Me too! Oh every month I explain the "knife" sensation to my fiance. He knows to grab the hot water bottle and the cat for snuggles stat. The feminine struggles are real!!

[@StephBeeVideo]

Hey Martina! I totally understand what you mean about feeling frustrated that some days you can't accomplish "enough" because your body or mind isn't cooperating. Something that has really helped me deal with that is making "to do" lists but making the tasks scale to my abilities for that day. For example, I'll have all sorts of items on my list that some people might find really silly to put on a list, such as "get out of bed", "take a shower", "eat breakfast", "put on socks", "go outside for at least 10 minutes" etc. That way I can still check off lots of "tasks" on my to do list and still feel like I did something that day. I find that being able to check off a lot of boxes on my list (even if the tasks seem tiny) really helps me feel like I've accomplished something, even if realistically I would have had to do those things even without the list. Anyway, sending you lots of love and big hugs!

[@ashleyburns2968]

I'm gonna be honest I cried during your build a ladder video not only because I was seeing you in pain but because I had never really thought of thinking about my chronic pain and EDS that way. It's helped me not miss as many days of school and activities. I love the build a ladder mindset.

[@madelinetran2553]

Martina is a pure being, Simon is so lucky (and vice versa) 😭😭❤️❤️

[@Sajirah]

She's so wholesome. I love her.

[@randomtara]

the knife wiggling description is accurate af

[@wyattu22]

I have honestly never had the chance to travel anywhere my entire life... I am 22 years old and have been watching your videos since the beginning bc i loved how you can help people explore the vast cultures of the world. I am so jealous of the world that you as a beautiful and loving couple are. I am at a weird, low, post graduate life where i really don't have anything going for me but watching your videos make me feel happy and feel that one day things really can turn out to where some of my dreams can be made. In the end, I started watching this video thinking "Martina has such beautiful hair and it kills me that its hard for her to accentuate the beauty she deserves bc of an unfair disability that, at points lowers self esteem thinking you cannot even create the beautiful styles you know you could create to express the beauty that you are, and i wanna help her do fun things like that and live the best life with her and her family" It'd be a dream to live a day in this perfect life. just sending love to this beautiful family.

[@xoxopuppies12xoxo]

Martina as someone with chronic pain, you inspire me everyday. On days where I’m really struggling I’ll watch some old videos or midnight munchies and they really uplift my spirit 😊 thank you both from the bottom of my heart.

[@AlexTuble]

The "yea gurl come get it" is the new "ayy gurl can I buy you a drank?" for 2019 😂

[@WeeklyGoodies]

Guys, I love these pseudo WANK/casual adventure vlogs with a bit of a focus. Thank you so much. ☺️

[@NoOne-of6ie]

Riiiight? Doesn't it just brighten up your day and mood?

[@pikagenie]

Yes!! I thought the same. It definite gave some WANK vibes and the part where Simon was “dancing” to their version of Intoxication was such a throwback lol!

[@goddessgirl11]

I have just been diagnosed with EDS and your content is so comforting. It's nice to see you can live with this disorder and still have fun.

[@Mlord_]

that wasnt bulbasaur THAT WAS VENUSAUR YOU UNCULTURED SW-, love the videos!

[@pixelpunk9511]

Hey , cant believe I ran into you guys in Nakano broadway.I was going to say hi but noticed that you were filming and didn’t want to be a bother . But anyways,just wanted to tell you guys that I really enjoy watching your videos and keep up the amazing work :).

[@planetenbummler]

I really enjoy these 'a-moment-of-our-lives' videos with a main focus.

[@Hunlover123601]

me too omg!!!! these make me so happy ❤️❤️❤️

[@greyacepunk]

i miss these kinds of videos seeing you two being caring and loving and just slowing down and focusing on the everyday things. especially sharing what life is like with chronic illness is so comforting in a way since my mom struggles with chronic pain and i struggle with mental illness and to see you thrive and Build a Ladder has really ignited a new excitement for life for me and I couldnt thank you enough martina and simon i’ll be sticking with you guys long as i can

[@MawkingBurd]

It warms my heart how Meemers goes down the stairs at the same pace as Martina!

[@melissamaga]

Oh man, the "you have a crush on me part" reeeeally made me miss all the Intoxication jokes

[@fujishuusuke1]

I think you guys could get tension rods and a wood plank for your sink area to make a “second floor” of your garden area for more funsies and then you wouldn’t have to worry about counter real estate :D

[@brittanypolly1804]

YES good idea💚

[@milkymaiden123]

After surgery last year I made a mini build a ladder poster and hung it up somewhere I could see it every day. I added some things that you had said helped you and some personal things that help when I am struggling. I just want to say thank you. Your videos helped give me stength during some really rough times. It's a beautiful thing to see how much you two care for one another during the stormy bits. Keep being awesome to each other. Please don't ever feel embarrassed about sharing your struggle with us, because I know I am not the only one these videos have helped see the light past the darkness. 🌸🌈🎠😍👾

[@taebae7039]

love the transition of Martina’s heart darkness to her miniature garden

[@smadar2511]

Martina be looking beautiful as ever....but simon....SIMON....boy you lookin DAPPER!

[@MissKatAttackOfficial]

Samantha P. L. They both glowed up

[@midknightnebula]

Martina, thank you for helping to break the stigma of chronic pain and illness. Your ability to strive through the pain of whatever is going on at a current moment helps inspire me to go on as well. Thank you so very much for keeping as positive as possible, and I hope your future days are as pain-free as possible.

[@CatGreenfield]

Hi, Martina! I just wanted to let you know that the same day you posted about Building A Ladder, I took it to heart, got out of bed, and walked to the store. It was the only thing I did that day for me. And it started a ripple effect. I'm not beating myself up as much for not Getting Everything Done. I'm not obsessing so hard over my lists that I curl into myself and do nothing. I'm not letting pain and exhaustion and anxiety and depression decide how I feel about myself. I'm Building a Ladder. One day at a time. One rung at a time. Thank you so much, Martina.

[@vanillafoodie]

This video gives me nostalgia because its reminds me of the WANK videos you guys did back then in Korea, just that this video is in Japan. I miss vlogs like this from you guys

[@jackie8357]

Literal lol with the “I am Logan Paul” while Simon feels on his🦵 move

[@rachelbreaux5623]

Martina, I want to be just like you when I grow up. Well technically I already have but you get what I mean. Thanks for being so open and honest with us. Youre the best.

[@125loopy]

My cramps feel just like that on the first 2 days. And I'm one of those lucky girls who bleed for a full week. Yay...

[@kdooley3435]

Yo same except my cramps last 5 days out of 7

[@LilaKirby]

I‘m watching this today with a hot-water bottle, because period cramps. I feel you Martina.

[@RituMakhijaritumak]

That red dead voice does not switch off for months. My partner and i struggled to stop ourselves being arthur morgan in public places 🤭😂

[@brizzlemcfizzle1813]

Enchanted Lustre my husband won’t stop calling me (and everyone else) Dutch

[@MirandoodleandCo]

Enchanted Lustre so true me and my roommate and her bf can’t stop saying “I have a plan Arthur I just need the money”

[@FinnRedgrave]

I feel you girl. Sometimes I feel like stabbing myself with a knife and getting everything out would be less painful then period cramps. But you did great. You both did great. Simon is a precious cupcake.

[@Woffie70]

OMG both my wife and I love you guys. I feel so bad giggling when you obviously are in pain but you do the same thing we do. Laugh whenever possible. I know I have said it before but I'll say it again. When ever any of my friends are having a dark time I point them in your direction. I know you already get people telling you your awesome all the time but ..well hell...you guys are awesome. Sharing your adventures and your insights have already helped quite a few of my friends. Thanks!

[@Sam-fh5sk]

Dan is so precious. Even when he's on his own little holiday he was thinking of his friend Martina