Ep 2: My Toxic Boss! Harry London Flat? Meghan’s Memoir & Omid AI Bot?

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Shauna x A gossip before bed is a wide-reaching chat about anything and anyone!
A chance to relax & chinwag while sitting on the couch after a long day.
I hope you’ll join me and let me know what you think in the chat!
#gossip #princeharry #Omid Scobie #sycamore

[@madewithlofi]

I've only watched the first few minutes, but I must stop and say, 'Please don't apologise for sipping tea'. You've invited us into your cosy living room to chat before bed, and it's delightful. 🥰 I hope these people realise that it's not easy to press record and share your thoughts on social media (especially in such an authentic way), so let's all allow Shauna to be comfortable when she invites us into her home. 😇

[@thevintageread]

Thank you I appreciate you watching x

[@kerryperry4819]

I couldn't have said it better!!!

[@Hanami1498]

I am sipping my "golden milk" (tumeric n milk).Thank You Shauna for a bit of light hearted entertainment before bed.

[@jrpacer6355]

I agree

[@lornaackerman7022]

I think it’s very nice, I’m sipping my sweet iced tea right along with you.❤️

[@doringhaak8392]

Markle won't release her memoirs bc her dad hasn't passed away. She doesn't want him to expose her lies

[@sonjakrohn4303]

Do not listen to those who would deprive you of your tea!! 😃. Sip away!

[@becksstuff9451]

I agree. It encourages me to take a break, have a cup & enjoy a chat. I love it.

[@sundog3150]

Absolutely. Some people just like to bitch about everything. Sigh.❤❤❤❤

[@wendystavinoha5618]

Oh for heaven's SAKE! Drink your tea! Some people are never happy...with others. Love you, Shauna, and I am watching this at 6:50 a.m. on Wednesday in Houston, Texas. I love this!

[@thevintageread]

Thanks 😂❤ 6.50am that is dedication!

[@sandyschneider6792]

Well said! 🎉

[@luilu9233]

Wtf enjoy your choice

[@kazfromtas]

I love all of your videos Shauna, but your Wednesday chat is now something I really look forward to. I’m in my 50’s & live alone now that my 18 year old daughter has moved out & I’m not afraid to admit it gets a bit lonely. I miss having a girly chat over a cuppa, so when I saw your first video last week I watched you in my big tv screen & felt like I had a friend over. You have such a lovely, friendly way about you. I’ve been subscribed for a while now & I’m so happy to see your channel growing into a wonderful community. Congratulations and thank you for treating us as friends 💜

[@thevintageread]

I still have my boys at home but I imagine I will feel the same as you when they go…thanks for being here 😊💗

[@BarbaraHardacre]

Know where you are coming from. Just give your daughter a quick call one night. ❤

[@grainnelambert881]

Just me my dog and hubby out at work and I love it on Wednesdays now. These gossips are spirit lifting xxx

[@Fiona86555]

Same here, my son moved away for college, I live alone and my lovely dog is dying. Watching this brightens up the evening.

[@rvrotter1]

I have pets at home. I can talk to them about anything!😂

[@kappy-nf6uh]

If Meghan ever releases her memoir and you're still running a bookshop, just put it under the fantasy section. Love the Wednesday night vibes.

[@thevintageread]

😂💗 You are naughty!

[@SeaBreeze2247]

A few comments about your new chat show: (1) I am enjoying it immensely, (2) thank you for inviting us into your home, (3) having tea with you (or whatever) is a must, (4) no apologies! This is a friendly get- together, after all. Cheers!

[@chrish2277]

I agree. People that don't like the format don't have to tune in.

[@BuntyMcB]

Well said. I matched sip for sip …. In sync. Love the chat

[@pammills7912]

this is great I am a pensioner in york UK and disabled and live on my own and I am really enjoying your chat when I can't sleep I can now click on your chat keep going

[@trishosullivan4857]

Shauna this chat is fabulous it’s like a girls night in . Keep this segment going you have a lot of ‘friends’, on your channel.

[@thevintageread]

It feels like that 💗

[@ritahenderson6771]

You sip away Shauna 😄!!! I really LOVE LOVE LOVE the VIBE of this format and the wonderful VIBE you exude. ❤

[@thevintageread]

Yay! Thank you!

[@lawallace4344]

Harry cannot have access to Royal property - it is a security risk. Harry and Meghan’s past history of invasion of the Wales’ children’s rooms, filming in the palace without permission, recording conversations and items going missing would preclude either having access to the Royal properties.

[@jessicaalbright7429]

Drink your tea, lovely lady! Petty people complain about petty things! I love this VIBE!

[@renekirebornrenekireborn4777]

Ooh I'm so excited and loving the vibe 😉 Love these goss-sessions with you in your cozy living room sipping your tea while spilling it to us! It really does feel like chatting with a girlfriend. Thank you for inviting us into your warm space!

[@thevintageread]

Yay! Thank you!

[@christinedarrock8486]

I absolutely LOVE these segments. I honestly feel like I'm sitting down and having a chat with a dear friend. In fact, before I click on, I make sure I have my cup of English Breakfast tea ready to go.

[@thevintageread]

Love that!

[@BanditQ]

Love these chats. Keep the tea, I’ll join with coffee (sorry, not a tea drinker)

[@lalaholland5929]

Certainly an addiction. Otherwise, you'd think that she would rethink keeping going with a chsnge of staff or as she changed location. An addiction, klepto, or, need 4 another addiction. We had a mayor here whose wife just had to pick something up where she/they went. Places must have been informed b4 hand as bill sent on to him. No police.

[@patwhittingham9196]

You’re a lovely lady, making people welcome so thank you, I shall enjoy my coffee in your company, I hope you have plenty of room on your couch, it seems that lots of us agree😊

[@googlamonster5086]

I hope it’s true that the Royals have their own unofficial but true spokesperson in the press who can counter the nonsense that comes from the H&M camp. William & Catherine are finished with Harry, so H&M-Don’t even try to spread your nonsense . Thank you Shauna.

[@acatte1]

Its got to be true, if you watch the video of King Charles meeting up with the famous youtube mountain biker, the group clearly star they are staying in a cabin rental on the Estate and there is no way Charles is just out walking alone. Total setup but still King Charles is so lovely and cute I had tears in my eyes. And why would the guy still be filming so there’s that.

[@edronc2007]

​@@acatte1He didn't hike alone. There are security staff in the background.

[@acatte1]

@@edronc2007 That's right, not in front

[@sandrahollinshead8713]

He has to have his own address I think. It’s to do with the succession to the throne. Most people in Britain would rather his succession be striped rather than buy a house

[@jane4498]

Woohoo 🎉 it’s Wednesday night . Gossip & a cuppa life doesn’t get any better.

[@thevintageread]

You got that right!

[@jane4498]

In my pjs , nodding in agreement, laughing & talking to my iPad as if you can hear me .

[@NH-Barb]

@@jane4498 Ah Yes! And don’t forget to wave, as we do with Neil Sean’s videos! Works for me!

[@BarbaraHardacre]

​@@NH-Barbsame here watch Neil in the morning. On the TV and on phone to read the comments 😂

[@paolalaitinen3432]

So glad that your husband found that ad in the newspaper and you managed to escape that toxic boss!!! ❤ I have always believed that everything happens for a reason in this life 😊… I enjoy a lot your channel ❤️

[@judenowak1126]

Always Enjoy Your Tea, we are with you in your house, very comforting ❤

[@thevintageread]

Thank you so much!

[@shirleyjones4857]

I love your videos Shauna. You are right about Harry. If your focus on negativity, then negativity you will live in. There is a saying "Your thoughts become you".... Harry lives in a woe is me state of mind, only he can get himself out of it. x

[@itsmesam1967]

LMAO @ Harry living in a granny flat at Aunty Annes house. I agree its wise for Catherine and William to say 'that's it' and shut the door on any reconciliation possibilities. Its got to be easier on the nerves and stress level to move forward in their lives rather than be in limbo for years not knowing what may happen.

[@thevintageread]

Yes a clean break best I think!

[@DaisyThoughts]

I have thoroughly enjoyed this video, Shauna! Drink the tea! Wear PJ's! You have wonderful energy and a brilliant sense of humour. As another commenter said - delightful! Thank you!

[@thevintageread]

Oh thank you! 💗💗💗

[@lornaackerman7022]

Just what I wanted to say!

[@Octobergirl85]

If your sipping tea is the only criticism certain people can come up with, take it as a compliment. 🥰

[@sharonmcloughlin]

The Rf don't want him on Royal grounds. Don't trust him

[@leandabee]

Omg, some people are just so ugly and mean. To let a sip of tea drinking upset them so much blows my mind🤯, oh well, let them have their tanty coniptions, and I now want you to make the biggest slurp and gulp of your tea😅👌. I'm drinking my lady grey and eating choc coated sultanas in my pjs. I'll probably make another comment at the end 😊❤

[@thevintageread]

Chocolate covered sultanas YUM! (I like yoghurt covered too…)

[@starrycrown]

Oh, those anti-sippers! They have over-sensitive ears, bless their hearts. I like the giant TV-sharing idea! ❤

[@thevintageread]

Bit worried about being enlarged to that extent 😂💗🤗

[@tinahayes7720]

I love these gossip sessions… nice to see the funny side about all that silly stuff in the media 😂

[@thevintageread]

Yes good to look at it “lightly” 😉💗

[@ajune583]

🎯!! Love seeing the funny side of those puff pieces tossed out to keep H&M in the press! Next week's Chat should be hilarious if Shauna chats about the piece I heard today about H&M 'snubbing' friends/acquaintances for a 'tighter, trusted' group of friends??!!

[@annag7187]

I too had a Toxic Boss. I had, for the sake of my mental health, to take time off work. Lots of visits to the doctor, psychiatrists etc. Went on Unpaid leave and it was very difficult financially. Cut a long story short, the issues with my boss was dealt by my Union and with a conciliation and lawyers, was awarded money for the time off. My boss has now left the workplace after bullying three others in my absence. Have returned to work and have been back one month. Can now work in a safe harassment free zone. Life is sweet.

[@thevintageread]

So glad for you!!! I didn’t have those options back then but they sure were needed!

[@princessdejanay2418]

No come back required. Harry left with a fanfare and needs to stay away for good. Good riddance to bad rubbish fits very nicely thanks.

[@psarapsych]

You're so right, River's eulogy for the tree, and compassionate talk about the situation in general, was astoundingly beautiful. Shauna, I'm sure River wouldn't have any problems with anyone getting the pronouns wrong. I'm still not sure how he/she/they identifies pronoun-wise. One thing River send to sincerely have, in abundance, is true compassion so you probably don't need to worry☺️

[@lisejacquelinerigault2575]

Dear Shauna, I was delighted to hear your tale about your job interview, as it took me back to year 1965 for a job interview in the book retail outlet of the Drugstore des Champs Elysée, that at the time was pretty glamourous and I thought perfect for me. I confess that I desperately wanted the position but had no previous experience, therefore I went dressed as smartly as I could, with inward fear but outward self assurance, told a few porky pies along the way and hoped for the best. Much to my amazement, a week later, I was chosen among literally hundred of applicants. I worked very hard to learn the trade as it were, and adored the job. It was very special as a lot of actors, politicians, singers, celebrities were clients, and as I worked in the evenings it was leisurely for both myself and the customers. I had the pleasure of chatting with Sidney Poitier and his wife and many well known French people. Late 1967, I left to go to London as I was reading so much about 'The Swinging Sixties' ...Stayed fifty year and had a great life.

[@thevintageread]

What a story! Magical first job WOW 💗😊🤗

[@margaretthomas8779]

Harry isn't on the same wavelength as us. He's privileged and acts that way still. I think he's been spoilt and would never be grateful for what he's had or has he expects it.

[@ginnypurdey1]

Hello, I also had a toxic narcissistic boss. It took me some years to get over it, to the extent I questioned myself as a valued human being. In retrospect, I was far better at my job than she was (lazy) !!!. Thank you for your channel and the hard work you put into it x.

[@thevintageread]

Yes it can take a real toll. Hugs…big ones x 💗😘

[@ginnypurdey1]

@@thevintageread Thank you so much. I honestly think this is more common in the workplace than we can imagine, not only just women but men too. When you were sipping tea, I was sipping a glass of Aussie Chardonnay !!!.

[@amiek9226]

@ginnypurdey1 thank you for sharing your story. After my dream job turned into a nightmare, I was so demoralized I slipped into a mild depression. I eventually moved on but the whole experience left a bitter taste in my mouth. A couple of years later I was listening to an HG Tudor video and it was like a light bulb went off over my head. The initial love bombing; the golden period; the sustained devaluation - the entire timeline was right out of the narcissists’ playbook. When that last puzzle piece fell into place, I was finally able to make sense of what had happened. That experience is why I identify so strongly with the Sussex Survivors’ Club. It’s so awful when a job you love goes wrong because of a narcissist.

[@ginnypurdey1]

@@amiek9226 Hello Amie, Thank you for replying. Like yourself I have moved on too. At the time it is CRUSHING, as HG says they live off THE FUEL. I do hope you have found a great job that you love and take care x. P.S. I actually have a Sussex Survivors' Club T Shirt !!!.

[@thevintageread]

Perfect!

[@DutchJoan]

What a story about your boss with the lack of boundary recognition! It is so nice to hear how your life turned out well and you found your way doing what you like professionally. I enjoyed listening so much.

[@thevintageread]

Thank you so much!

[@dc2london]

Enjoy your cuppa and know that you've got a group sitting with you, doing the same - be it tea, coffee, scotch, etc. You've created a warm, welcoming event that those (wishing to do so) can enjoy. Thank you for the invite!

[@thevintageread]

Yes! Thank you!

[@lindaknight1025]

I absolutely love these chats it's just like talking crap with a friend, keep sipping and chatting love love, love so natural I agree with all of your comments.

[@Freespeech141]

Lovely stories! I worked 3 months in a toxic environment with two ladies who’d only ever worked closely together, no third person, so I was odd one newcomer! With cold shoulder. I’m glad you got out and found a good work place. I ended up out of work at the time of the Sydney Olympic Games, not good! Everything stopped here. No one employing new staff. I did rounds of interviews with no success and I noticed they usually asked the stock standard questions, ending with “Tell something you may do that may annoy others” Well I was a bit fed up with that silly question at final interview so I said “I play loud Beatle music when I’m doing housework!” The guy interviewing laughed heartily and said “So do I!” I got the job! And was happy there for 17 years. I was honest and didn’t give the expected answer about being fussy or exact in my work. It’s good to simply be yourself sometimes.

[@thevintageread]

It seems to work doesn’t it! 😉(By the way I play loud show tunes…that’s REALLY annoying 😂)

[@Freespeech141]

@@thevintagereadOh there’s nothing like good music to give you the energy!

[@tammybarrett7650]

Harry needs to be here listening,you are so correct with the history repeating itself ,,very true !!!!👣👣👣👣🎤👞🤔🚨🚨🤡🤡❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@mycatsnameiskaren8253]

This was so fun to watch. You have a very kind voice that's so easy to listen to. Thank you for opening up your home and sharing. It's so nice to see new channels that encourage interaction & open discussion. It's very refreshing. ❤ from Florida

[@thevintageread]

Thank you so much!

[@tammybarrett7650]

👋👋👋❤️❤️❤️🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@janetsmith5665]

Keep the tea!! It adds a cozy atmosphere. Love from Kentucky

[@heathertxuk]

I love sipping my Yorkshire Gold tea in my jammies and enjoying your chat! Thanks for the goss and giggles! What a lovely time! 😊🫖

[@thevintageread]

Wonderful!

[@It-Is-What-It-Is.]

I'm in my 60s and have been alone for over 20 years. Kids are busy and on their own in different towns. I do meet some friends every couple of weeks, but nothing beats waking up with a cup of coffee or English Breakfast, or Earl Grey (of course with butter on toast 🤭), with my quiet self, and hopefully meeting Shauna on here for her pleasant chit-chat. Or even before going to bed if I see a new upload. I follow a few other KZbinrs out there, and though they are talking on the same subject, and though I sometimes still watch them, I now prefer to watch those who are not always negative, angry, loud, or whiny, or go on forever. Too stressful for a short life. A package of intelligent, informative, funny with sarcasm, concise, and pleasant voice is what I go for. Makes my day a better day. And you are one of my very few favs. I miss Australia. My kids did their Masters there and I visited a few times, big and small quaint towns. Lovely people. 🌏 Cheers 🫖🍵☕

[@thevintageread]

That’s lovely! It is really interesting to hear your thoughts in a little more detail. Thanks for being here 😊💗

[@dianad1968]

Shauna, please continue with your "gossip before bed" sessions, and drink as much tea as you wish to. There are some who will always find something to complain about. What's better than a nice cuppa before bed? I thoroughly enjoyed last week's "gos" and I'm looking forward to many more.

[@Loobylooto2]

I’m a coffee all day kinda gal but my bestie ( friends since we were 16 and we are 63-4 now!) is a massive fan of tea ! We natter away quite happily and we are hoping to go out to celebrate our friends 60th and my 64th This Saturday 😮 It will be my first big night out for years for goodness sake I went from social butterfly to being unable to walk for around 5 years after a hit and run Wish me luck I can make it a good night to remember 😅❤❤

[@thevintageread]

Oh I hope you have the best Birthday ever! Have a ball with your lovely friends xxx

[@Loobylooto2]

@@thevintageread Thank you - my birthday is the 14th so I’m celebrating early 😍🥰

[@enkisdaughter4795]

Good luck - hope you enjoy yourself.

[@Loobylooto2]

@@enkisdaughter4795 Thank you so much - really hoping to make it 🙏

[@kateboulton8789]

Is Omid Scobie a real person or merely yet another persona of MeAgain?

[@christinachandler1687]

Watching from Geelong hospital . Fluid restrictions ,but scrounged a cup of milo from a lovely nurse. Bring the dog in. Can’t wait for the chat👍

[@ladytamaya4737]

Hope your stay in hospital is short and sweet !! ☺

[@thevintageread]

Oh sorry for the Geelong Hospital bit! Hope you are OK! 💗💗💗 Love the “Milo” nurse x

[@HandmadeDarcy]

Thank goodness for good nurses! I hope all goes well, healing vibes to you. 🫖☕️

[@montserratvillasanti6477]

I'm not a big reader. At at the moment. Looking for second head Books especially Royal books. Many thanks.😊

[@erinr5585]

I'm also drinking Milo, in Melbourne.😊

[@LVMT124]

Regarding the “Suits” pics, imo, Harry’s wife wanted Patrick to post them and made it seem like he was being “gently corrected” and had to take the posts down. It was Harry’s wife’s attempt to desperately keep herself in the limelight. How sad her existence is. 😂

[@thevintageread]

You might be right! 💗

[@mrcury8014]

Thank you for inviting us into your home for a tea and natter. Love that it's relaxed. Keep drinking the tea. This format is a great idea on a Wednesday. 🎉

[@thevintageread]

Thank you! Will do!

[@kateboulton8789]

Yes! H & M certainly deserve each other! I reckon Sarah had her tongue firmly in her cheek when she said that! 😂

[@angelawhitehouse8066]

Am reliably informed that Scobie is resident at Madame Tussauds and only comes alive when the clock strikes 13......

[@kathyevans2968]

The Castle is such a classic Aussie movie and love how you optimise “The Vibe” in the best possible way! Loved your chat Shauna! I once got a dream job like you, where I had a positive vibe about the boss & role. We are still friends decades later, her son is my godson & just went to his beautiful wedding in Japan. Sometimes your gut feeling is right! The Magic Faraway Tree brought the enchantment of trees to me too, & loved what River said. Update: Apparently police now arrested a man in his 60’s for cutting down that famous old Sycamore tree!

[@thevintageread]

Oh really! WOW I missed that!

[@Kamandarainey]

Apparently he's a 69 year old retired woodcutter 'in such poor health, who could NEVER have been able to do such a thing' according to his daughter-in-law! I read the police have removed a chainsaw found in his property, so maybe the teenage boy involved was his grandson? Who knows, but the plot thickens...

[@TraceyBurton-gs6jm]

“It’s the vibe, it’s Mabo…” and the all time classic line from Dennis trying to fix the “******* photocopier” 😂

[@Bling874]

Love this! The Patrick Adams photos- confirmed by BarkJack on X that Patrick was both asked to put the photos up and then take them down. The whole thing was arranged by MM for attention.

[@rosemaryoconnell1119]

I do enjoy your chats! Keep them coming . I eyes filled with tears when River spoke of the sad demise of the tree. Enjoy your cup of ☕ tea .

[@Linz2869]

There’s something very magical about Sycamore Gap. It’s a very spiritual place and experience. I’m saddened by this shocking news.

[@HandmadeDarcy]

Loving these gossips, you’re such a hoot! I’ll be picturing Harry’s tiny house in Auntie Anne’s grounds all week! Perhaps a tiny treehouse, in a tree with a ladder at the top, where, once a month, it leads to Harry’s own Kingdom (with a roebuck deer on Harry’s coat of arms). 😂 Keep vibing! 🫖☕️

[@thevintageread]

Harry land! 😂💗

[@praktyknlp]

@@thevintageread 😅

[@aletheamcfarlane1977]

I agree with you on Omid’a book Hope the Palace sues him for any lies in there.

[@ZainBeautifulSoul]

You sip your tea and i sip my bottle of water 😂. River’s broadcast is very interesting and it’s very informative 😅. I really thought he’s a lady and I must say regardless he’s a lady or guy, he’s so beautiful 🤩. So I think it doesn’t matter if he’s a he or she, he’s just beautiful 🥰 but of course it’s up to him what he wants society to identify him💜

[@thevintageread]

River is very beautiful I agree!

[@mario-qi3yw]

I love these chats Shauna. Thank you for sharing your life lessons with us. 😊I truly think Harry’s interest at staying at Windsor is for more clandestine pictures and gossip for documentaries, in my opinion.

[@momajopa]

Love the tea!!!

[@GargiJD]

You are so delightful, Shauna. I love this gossip before bed. Your insight about groundhog's day of Harry seem so on point. Because he doesn't seem to learn his lessons from his mistakes so it seems like his life is just a repeat of mistakes after mistakes. And he even doubles down on them. so mind boggling. Thank you for a lovely tea before bedtime. Until the next one...❤❤❤

[@AVToth]

I have no doubt William is sick to death of people saying "Oh now, he's your brother. I understand feelings are running hot right now but in time, when things cool down and time goes by, you should give him another chance. Your the oldest, so you need to be an example, be patient. He doesn't have the same, um, gifts you have and he never will. You need to ask yourself what your mother and your granny would want you to do. They would want you to watch out for your little brother." Or some similar horse shit. I don't understand why people think that just because you share DNA, you are legally, morally bound to have a relationship with someone who craps on you any time it's convenient.

[@dawnjohnson5937]

Poetic Justice for the toxic boss 👏👏👏👏. Yes - River's piece on the Sycamore Tree Gap was beautiful and so moving. Yes, I loved Enid Blyton's Faraway Tree tales; My hubbie and I read them to our boys when they were small. And I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that magical connection between trees and nature in the film Avatar (with the blue people).

[@vanessawilde8389]

‘Sip and sarcasm’ 😂 my kind of chat. 🤣 I loved the toxic boss story. Kudos to your husband for finding the right opening for you escape the horrendous commute. I look forward to hearing more about running a cafe (with no experience) and the bookshop. Is Omid Scobie real - nearly spit my tea out at that Shauna😂

[@thevintageread]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😂

[@pjbax]

I like the relaxed vibe so much. Let’s have tea. 😊

[@thevintageread]

Definitely!!

[@jeanettemcloughlin9064]

I love your vibe. It’s a fun chat with friends you’re not reading the news are you 😅

[@thevintageread]

Good point! 💛😂

[@alp6244]

Pay no mind to the complainers, keep the “vibe” going, Shauna! Evening tea is my time to relax at the end of the day as well, and I enjoy it even more listening to your videos.

[@thevintageread]

Love that! 😊

[@erinr5585]

I'm a graphic designer. At work whenever we're talking about the look and feel of something we say "It's the vibe, it's Mabo".

[@thevintageread]

😂🤗

[@rebekahhjermstad279]

Shauna, what a wonderful series you have begun. I’m already looking forward to watching each Wednesday after coming home from work. Your comment about Harry being stuck in a perpetual role as a spare was a great observation!

[@891Henry]

Right away I have so say - Drink tea, wine, or anything else you like. Relax and enjoy yourself! Go ahead girl and slurp in defiance. Oh my - I can just see Harry pitching a tent beside Royal Lodge - what a hoot.

[@thevintageread]

😂👏

[@AuntClara0911]

This my 1st time for chat. Glad a regular thing next Wed I’ll be sure to have a cupcake tea as well & put you on the TV. Great idea & have always ❤d your serious show but this a delightful treat! That tree broke my ❤ as well. I cry even when the electric co just trims our trees. I adore River as well & glad I’m not the only one to mix up pronouns. I’m older learning all this as well. Our daughter 23 friends some I’ve known since they were born or toddler now have new names & pronouns. Happy & willing just hard to remember! I follow Cheere Denise she reads & we discuss books currently doing the book on Wallace Simpson & the abdicated King it’s Amazing how much alike the Harkles are to them especially Harry it’s freaky actually. Don’t know why Migrane didn’t like those photos of her they showed her during some of her best work!😂playing herself! I love the “chin wag” term. I live N of Santa Barbara CA Harkle county😪 anyway so ❤learning British & other countries words & slang & using in conversations here. The puzzlement on peoples faces is priceless! Take care have a great rest of the week!

[@Mags-mj6np]

I love your chats as i often feel very lonely. Thank you Shauna for these posts, they are appreciated more than you could know Mags UK 🇬🇧

[@thevintageread]

That makes it so worthwhile! It is a wonderful community here so at least you can enjoy some online friends. I will look for you in the comments, thanks for being here…I appreciate it. 💗😊🤗

[@carmenbryan5174]

Spot on 👍👏❤️👍

[@bramsrockhopper3377]

Hey Mags, me too…have a good day there x

[@kateboulton8789]

It's Friday lunchtime and I'm sitting here, in the UK, with my cup of tea (Yorkshire of course) with a couple of chocolate gingers (biscuits that is!!!) thoroughly enjoying listening to you Shauna. Love it! ❤️

[@thevintageread]

I like the sound of those biscuits! 😂💗

[@glassbykaren1619]

Wow! You did it again. I don’t always get the local references, but I laugh with you. Keep going. You have a hit.

[@thevintageread]

I appreciate that!

[@debbrand8106]

Also loved River’s “tree” tribute, but I’ve never heard of the book about the tree from far away-will look for it to read to my granddaughter:) (from Georgia-US)

[@rosemarymurlis-hellings8138]

The Faraway Tree is by Enid Blyton.

[@thevintageread]

Oh please do, it will make a lasting memory for all of you 😊 It is a series but I actually read The Folk Of The Faraway Tree first!

[@alisonboydell7143]

I grow up reading Enid Blyton . Love them I now buy them for my granddaughter

[@debbrand8106]

@@thevintageread Thank you, will look forward to it! 🙏🏻❤️

[@debbrand8106]

@@rosemarymurlis-hellings8138 Thank you for filling me in!

[@YonB60]

I am loving the Wednesday chats. If you don’t drink your tea I will feel like I can’t drink my coffee. If you don’t wear pj bottoms then I can’t wear mine. So much of the fun is in the relaxation and really getting to know you better. I love your accent because I’m from the southern US and I am so used to someone talking about mine. (Of course neither of us have accents. It is everyone else who does!!)

[@Kathleen_Theriault]

This is such a lovely way to end my Wednesday night. I have enjoyed your book videos for a while now, but do love this change of pace. I cannot wait to hear you dismantle the new Omid Scobie book! Pretty sure Megan can’t write a memoir because it would have to be placed in the fiction section. Woman can’t tell the truth to save her life!

[@sydene54]

I totally agree with you about Harry. Thanks so much for that bit. You're a spiritual person.

[@BrownEyedGirl1367]

I saw this was posted yesterday, but I saved it because I’d already finished my coffee. Today, I had a lovely cup of coffee with marshmallow sugar free syrup & cream, while listening to your delightful stories. It is indeed like visiting with a friend, so thank you for inviting us into your home. BTW, River’s post about trees brought tears to my eyes, so thank you for highlighting them. 🥰🥰🥰

[@thevintageread]

Same 😊💕

[@foursacharm-ky5gf]

I watch your videos regularly and love these new Wednesday 'Gossip Before Bed" episodes. You really made me laugh at your "Sip after sarcasm" comment and think it would make a brilliant mug or teacup. I look forward to episode 3 and beyond. Thank you, Shauna.

[@francoisehugonet7068]

Excellent idea, tea and gossip ! I love it, love the snark. Due to the time difference between our countries, its coffee time for me. The Harkles and Scobie have told to many lies, that who would want to read his book, except a handful of commentators?

[@ME-fo7si]

Harry was in lust phase then honeymoon phase, then bewildered phase and anger. He’s now slowly coming into aha phase and a small light is starting to appear, which might put him into a denial phase. He’s coming up to 40 so maybe midlife crisis phase next 😳

[@evam2144]

Love this gossip before bed as much as I do your "normal" channel! Can't wait for episode 3! Thank you!❤

[@thevintageread]

Yay! Thank you!

[@katemyer1955]

As always, you’re such a delight, Shauna! Love the tea & friendly goss. I stand firmly in unity with your defiance of the naysayers! 💪😁💕 Love your story telling! I’ve also had TERRIBLE bosses- like a self medicating schizophrenic who constantly created chaos, one that stole medication out of my purse, a covert narc that made a horrific time even worse… (also quite a few who were life changers in profoundly lovely ways). I know nothing about this sycamore situation, so I’m off to research. Cheers from America!

[@tammybarrett7650]

❤❤❤❤👋👋👋👋👋🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@overthepond6616]

Somebody mentioned that Finding Freedom backlash was blamed on co author...now Scobie has nobody else to blame.

[@HumDingaDoozy]

I’m alllllll for the Vibe :D :D. Keep it up Shauna!! Love the goss session … even if it’s the day after!!

[@thevintageread]

Yay! Thank you!

[@sabsmcdabs7139]

Loved hearing more of your stories. Your boss would be great for HG tudor study!

[@thevintageread]

Hahaha you’re right!

[@julievanarends3702]

I’m enjoying the gossip! I don’t know why you shouldn’t have a cup of tea, very hygge! I’m having some wine. Cheers!

[@thevintageread]

Love that! Cheers 💗

[@NH-Barb]

Good Morning from New Hampshire USA! Am watching you on my 70” TV and sipping on my first morning beverage - always a Vanilla Latte! You go girl!

[@thevintageread]

Good morning! That sounds nice! I adore anything vanilla x

[@uptonogood1893]

Regarding a place for Harry to stay, Harry doesn't want to pay for anything, but wants something grand. He should be grateful for being allowed to couch surf. 😅

[@ealeclerc9524]

I enjoyed your story about your toxic boss and the bookstore. So nice to hear a tale where everything turned out in the best way possible. Thanks so much. Loved the gossip.

[@thevintageread]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lindahuffman6329]

Greetings from Florida...great program. Gossip I've read is that Harry and handler went to Portugal when Eugenie and Jack were out of town. Harry was wanting to ride so stayed at their home and Meg stayed in a hotel. On the idea for where Harry could buy a residence your thoughts were right on. A secured flat in a classy building is perfect or a townhouse in London. He's mlddle age. It's time to move out of his family's basement!! Thanks again for the excellent stories.

[@tinak6484]

I loved everything about your last video, including the tea sipping. It’s like we are visiting you at your house. It’s lovely to just hear your stories. I love to tell stories too🥰🥰🥰

[@user-pl8pq2xe4u]

I’m a Texan living in Georgia now. So my cuppa is iced tea! Love this talk!! I also listen to 3 or 4 from GB and 2-3 from the US.

[@KnutFan]

I believe River goes by “he.” He is so awesome!

[@user-tb9xs5tg1d]

Keep the vibe & sip the tea! Thanks for introducing this cosy Wednesday evening chat - love it as much as your more in-depth contributions. You're a great balance of common-sense, humour and depth. Keep it all coming and thank you!

[@thevintageread]

Yay, thank you!

[@patriciavanzyl747]

Keep sipping your tea, and you can spill some too!

[@thevintageread]

Love that!

[@JustMe-oq9zk]

OMG!! People will complain about anything 😂

[@thevintageread]

And often do! 😂💗💗💗

[@bellab4797]

Harry, stay at the Royal Lodge with Aunty Sarah, now there's an idea! Re Omid Scabies, aw please Shauna, go ahead, be mean! 🤣

[@etch-a-sketch]

Love both your channels. You definitely have the «gift of gab», as well as being intelligent and kind. 🌸

[@thevintageread]

Thank you! 😊

[@british.scorpion]

The Faraway Tree, by Enid Blyton, was my favourite book as a youngster. Magical for kids.

[@ceejayretired]

My childrens favorite "there's a lion in the meadow " by Margaret Mahy a NZ author. But all her books were great.

[@british.scorpion]

@@ceejayretired Thanks, haven't heard of her, but looking into it.👍

[@ceejayretired]

@@british.scorpion I'm not sure if you will get her books in the UK. I know you can't in Canada as my daughter in law loved it so much I had to take 8 copies over for her friends. Another very good NZ author Lynley Dodds with her Hairy Maclary books .

[@british.scorpion]

@@ceejayretired From the world famous Donaldson's Dairy...excellent.

[@lynnewilliams3647]

Love your gossip sessions,I cannot believe that people would say they didn’t like you drinking tea . I got the whiskey decanter out, It’s like I have my bestie around , we love catching up for a gossip and a coffee, or wine. Thanks for elaborating on the boss, I couldn’t wait to hear how that story ended, I certainly admire you for lasting as long as you did. Love your stories, your voice is soothing, you speak with such clarity and your infectious demeanour, wit and intelligence Is compelling. Keep the stories coming

[@thevintageread]

Too kind! I appreciate it, thanks 😊

[@tejkarlapudi6765]

Thank you Shauna!!! Really enjoyed this... keep em comin!!!!

[@thevintageread]

Thank you! Will do!