finding calm in the chaos of summer // Life in Scotland VLOG

[@cathyschuerman3971]

I love soup too!

[@simonnemason2162]

I really enjoy your Scotland videos but please don't feel under pressure to produce them. I'm sure I'm not the only one who would appreciate them as and when you have the time to produce one.

[@sarahinscotland]

Thank you 🥰

[@GrandmaMuggy]

Sarah I love the time you share with us don’t feel overwhelmed. Do what is best for you!

[@sarahinscotland]

Thank you Joanne 🥰

[@FatsquatchPNW]

It's funny in a way, you're the 2nd channel I'm subbed to talking about being overwhelmed with work/life balance...the other one being Trixie Mattel. Make of that what you will. Anyway, in her case, she's taking a 3 (plus) month break from KZbin/social media/performing to do a sort of reset and get back to enjoying her work and making room for her life in the process. If that (or something like it) is something you feel the need to do, girl, DO IT. Do whatever it is you need to do to bring harmony to your work/life balance. We will all still be here relishing the gorgeous views of Scotland you provide, even if they're more sporadic than before. Don't over extend yourself because "OMG MUST CREATE CONTENT TO SATISFY THE ALGORITHM." Satisy the Sarah.

[@sarahinscotland]

Satisfy the Sarah! 😆 heehee Yea it’s pretty common especially for creative people and those with jobs besides KZbin. And the need to explain is a way to relieve some pressure. But I don’t need a designated time, I just want to set expectations that I’m around, just busy, but when I can I will share! I wish THAT was the norm online

[@amandainthewoods]

Sarah, as you’ve probably heard the US is a total dumpster fire right now and I wasn’t even awake for 30 minutes this morning and already overwhelmed, annoyed, sweary- all the things. 🤪 I went straight to your channel to get away from it for a while. THANK YOU! Do whatever you need to do to keep yourself happy, healthy and sane over there. ☺️❤

[@woutsebastiaan]

The fact that you are aware of sustaining a healthy work / life balance is such a valuable thing. Too many people realise it too late. So make the choices that are best for you. We, the viewers, will be here regardless. Also, how freaking cute are your cats together! So playful ❤

[@pamelasorrells2187]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful spot in Scotland 💚 and your soup looks delicious 💜

[@cindyenglert.az51]

I definitely look forward to your blogs but I can understand how busy you must be with your many projects! \Whenever you can fit us in just know we’ll all be looking forward to your net one. 😄

[@jeanbCA]

I think this is one of my very favorite videos of all… so beautiful and full of heart 💜 I get the overwhelm, though, I do. And from the comments it seems like many of your followers do, too. So no worries, Sarah - you do you and share when mood and opportunity allow. Your wonderful work is worth the wait. And we’ll always wait for you 😉 (I drive from the San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles for my dentist 🦷 So I feel you 😊)

[@sarahinscotland]

Thank you! I see how many people in the comments are completely understanding and generous. It always reminds me it’s OK to focus on living my best life and not just faking it to get videos out fast.

[@terrilikens4975]

The cats playing in the grass! And cuddled up together! My heart melted! All the best. Go camping!

[@sarahinscotland]

They are so crazy and cute ☺️

[@kateintheartery8281]

Yeah camping is the best. My friend take s a blind cat with no eyes to Shell island on a harness.

[@rachelkashani]

Thanks for sharing and no worries about the next video. Your life is so busy we are lucky to see the beauty of Scotland on your timeline ❤

[@LynnB_Ky]

Oh Sarah, I loved this. Bits and pieces of your life all stitched together, it was a great watch. Please be kind to yourself, enjoy the summer and take your time to come back; we will all be here waiting for your next adventures. Have fun in the sun while you can ❤

[@jackieahlstrom]

Just another American who loves Scotland and living vicariously through you. Like the others, I will enjoy your videos when you have the time and space to make them. Be well.❤

[@lyndaguenther8897]

Finding those little pleasures like enjoying your garden, the kitties, walks and bike rides, cooking, shopping trips and even dreaming is a wonderful balm for the soul. Your joy shines through all you share! None of us who love you want you feel stress over your work to share in your blogs and videos! So always feel free to 'fill' yourself up often and deeply. I also feel like you're a close but distant friend. It fills me up. Makes me smile, laugh sometimes and even think about a new recipe. Wow!! You're a treasured friend. Thank you for any of your time you can share with us. Appreciated and noted! 💗💐🖌️🏖️ Best of the summer and so much to look forward to!!✌️📸🧳

[@sarahinscotland]

Thank you so much 😊

[@bgbaltuth]

lovely. and loved the bees

[@barbwhite6217]

You are going to hear this a lot because people care about you and your family but do what you need to do for you and we will be here supporting you as best we can! You bring us in to your lives and we love you for it! ❤️

[@hermanklump8983]

Your work looks great in the cafe. Beautiful countryside😊

[@simonnemason2162]

Gooseberry crumble and custard. Yum yum. Really lovely venue for exhibiting your paintings.

[@sarahinscotland]

Ohh great idea! I might freeze some and then combine with my blackberries when they come in

[@pjk1714]

Sarah, just so glad for you that Scotland is your home. Here in Canada our medical system is also struggling but we have no dental coverage unless qualified for support. It's not uncommon to wait five to seven years for a GP in some areas. Your garden is so alive and your efforts reflect. Appreciate you taking the time to share. Your YT follower's should understand your life is busy and business. Life will slow once the snow fall's. Safe travels and hope reunions are special 🦋🌻

[@lesleyfox6934]

Love your videos Sarah, they are relaxing to watch. You have so many hobbies on the go I envy you your energy. I am enjoying doing the gouche monthly paintings.

[@sarahinscotland]

Sometimes it feels like too many hobbies!

[@essietangle9931]

Don’t struggle, it’s great to hear you are doing more to protect your health, marriage and your business. Thank you for the video, glad to hear you will get to visit your family in the US.

[@Heidi.M]

What a beautiful video. Loved all of it.💓

[@lindacarlson8515]

I can totally relate to the overwhelm feeling when life balance is out of whack. Praying that you can and will take whatever time, steps etc. that you need - I’m sure all of us that enjoy you, your videos and teaching would agree. Virtual hugs from Texas (rain and 70s° in mid July! ) ❤

[@lisaevans2848]

I so enjoy all of your videos no matter how often you post! 😄

[@Mimlou]

Yay! Another video!! Love yours vlogs so much. Thank you so much for sharing a slice of your life with us, Sarah❤❤

[@pjlopiccolo8709]

Hi Sarah! I always enjoy seeing you so happy and hearing what you’ve been up to. Sometimes our inner creative side even needs an adjustment. Life balance is THE MOST important thing, so please take care of yourself. You’re such an inspiration to me and the pages of my sketchbooks are filling up. Even when I don’t see or hear from you, I open my sketchbooks and there you are! Sometimes I try to paint some of your paintings from some of your sketchbooks (like painting from the Masters) concept. “The Golden Larches Trees is one of my favs so I gave it a try. ENJOY your summer. 😊 Hugs from the U.S. ❤️ PJ

[@sarahinscotland]

We will continue to send each other happy thoughts! 🥰

[@mississippi7224]

You are so right - having kids makes most things so much more complicated! Truly! And if some parents try to make their family life look relaxed - they are most likely lying or having a lot of invisible helpers!

[@JoAnneSmith-di8ok]

I love this video! I have been here in PA for 20 years. This was the first place I have experienced the different colors of Cauliflower. We have had the purple, orange, green and of course white. When I lived in Denver I think the only Whole Foods was in Boulder. My Mother In Law used to go to Brighton for all of her farm vegetables to Can and Bake with. I can see how you are overwhelmed. I am retired. Sometimes there is so much going on with life we just have to take a time out. Our cats are our children. When they are kittens, to at about four years old, they keep us on our toes. You know that. We don't have children either. Do enjoy your Summer. Time goes so fast.

[@sarahinscotland]

Time to enjoy the summer!

[@mississippi7224]

your gooseberry is in fact probably a jostaberry ;) and the purple plant is a geranium, very hardy! Wow - your embroidery is great

[@sarahinscotland]

I'll have to google that!

[@zenlife1200]

I love soups too and it's winter here so the rest of my family would agree right now. Years ago, when I had a tv, I landed in the middle of an interesting British program about nutrition. They were using army recruits as guinea pigs because of the harsh training they were doing. Half the subjects were fed a full roast dinner with all the meat and veg and the other half had their roast dinner put through a blender and presented to them as a soup. It was discovered that the soup stayed in their system for longer even with all the runs and training. So the ones on soup stayed full for longer. The ones that had the roast dinners were hungry after their exercise. Since then I've been a big fan of soups, especially whenever we've been on a tight budget.

[@sarahinscotland]

That’s wild! I never thought of it that way. But it does make me full for longer.

[@zenlife1200]

@@sarahinscotland It must be something to do with the carbs and proteins being mixed together. It must make the carbs digest slower, at the same pace as the proteins instead of burning off quickly 🤷‍♀

[@buddhabro.9130]

Thank you so much for sharing a small slice of your life with all of us here in KZbin land. My sister works way too much as a home healthcare provider for the infirm elderly, and she's a single mother. I know how little sleep she gets. I totally get it. I watch everything you post on both channels so thank you. Cooking with Sarah, that's a first. 😄 You should do one of those again when you have the time. Sending you much love from your friends across the pond. 😊🙏🧡

[@sarahinscotland]

thank you!

[@rosita6124]

Just love your video's! Of course i'll wait for a new one, no matter how long it takes you. E are just humble watchers. Thank you just for sharing your live ❤ Many greatings from the Netherlands.

[@annesilver8387]

I'm going to miss these videos. I love seeing the beauty of Scotland, and your adventures. But, you are sensible, giving yourself a break. I hope we will see more of your beautiful videos, in time.

[@sarahinscotland]

Glad you like them! It's not goodbye forever, just a wee break

[@cynthiakammann7368]

Oh gosh, Sarah. It's soooo beautiful.

[@ayokakaiser]

Love the humorous bits (and bees!) at the end! 😂 Soups for the win! Good to know that you’re prioritising where you spend your time and energy - so important. And thank you for the well wishes - taking a break from watching stuff online and listening to podcasts (today is an exception) and spending time outside, walking and nature journaling has been great for my mental and physical health this summer. Take care!

[@veronicagreen6180]

Omg you live in such a beautiful country!,, I really enjoyed your videos..thanks for sharing..take care..I hope one day I can visit Scotland…greetings from Mexico..take care

[@brittabeningfield3472]

Your videos always fluff my aura, thank you for sharing the gorgeousness . I'm in love with your happy garden. Wishing you a fun and revitalizing summer; hope the overwhelm dissipates quickly. I don't know if you shoot video for yourself (rather than for your channels), but if you do maybe you'll have the time and inclination to revisit your summer when the days are short.

[@sarahinscotland]

Yes I do often shoot video just because something is pretty or fascinating. There will be lots of footage for when the time is right

[@charleneproulx8618]

I really enjoyed your life vlog in Scotland. Thank you 😊

[@tessarotmify]

Thank you for sharing a bit of Scotland with us. Enjoy it so much!

[@alisonlyons4691]

Hi Sarah, this was a really lovely video packed ful of things l love. Especially your visit to Strathpeffer. The station cafe is indeed lovely since its makeover. My cousin (who lives opposite) and l went in on their open day. She volunteers in the museum and also helps in the station garden. My family go back many years in the Strath. I remember some years back you visited Kilmartin, and that was where my dad and his siblings were born. Im sure we will bump into each other some day......Balance in ones life is so important. Spreading yourself thin is never a good thing, mentally and physically. I understand how much goes into making these vlogs, and how you respond to all the comments shows how much you care. Just do what you have energy for we will be here when you are ready. Sorry to ramble a bit😁 take care and enjoy the rest of the Summer......Alioban ❤🐈🐈

[@sarahinscotland]

Strathpeffer and the surrounding area is so pretty. We used to live really close to there and I miss going to Rogie Falls on a lazy sunday and sitting by the water watching the salmon. Sounds like we will bump into each other at some point ☺️

[@judihussey5889]

Oh and now a cooking channel too!! lol Vacation time for sure. But have to say I need to make that soup! Yumm😂

[@susannegerlach53]

Have a great rest of the summer, and take care of yourself.. beware of the overwhelm. Love from Denmark on a very hot day.

[@sarahinscotland]

Thank you and I wish you a great summer too (and some cool wind!)

[@Valecruzart]

This is the real American dream (get me out of hereee!!😩) lmfaoo Lovely video as always, Sarah!~

[@ann-marielofberg1159]

Always fun to see what You've been up to since last time and theese videos wanna make me go to Scotland!

[@jcline147]

Well.. time to stock up on sketchbooks for the upcoming year…Jacksons sale has afforded me a few new additions..especially my fav.. Etcher…looking forward to going back through many of your Gouache vids and filling up a few more sketchbooks 😉 I purchased the Holbein Autumn set…I love painting Autumn landscapes..trees…woods, etc. …..nourishing your inner self is so important. Never neglect it… we will always be grateful for each and every vlog you provide for us out here. I cherish the time I spend learning from them! Blessings from Washington!❤️🧚🏻‍♀️

[@sarahinscotland]

Happy sketching 🥰

[@hanneliewiese3477]

Yippeeee a video from you! ❤❤

[@karenclarkcreations]

Cooking with Sarah... Two thumbs up. I'd totally eat that soup of some kind!

[@sarahinscotland]

soup of some kind is always great!

[@bluewren65]

I've never had the purple cauliflower and I'm so happy it retains its colour after cooking. I once planted a stack of multi coloured heritage carrots. They were all kinds of colours: red, green, purple, but sadly after cooking......all turn orange. And the taste? Just like the nantes carrots we plant but way less prolific. And so ends the sad tale of my coloured vegetable planting 🤣

[@sarahinscotland]

I didn't bother with carrots this year as last time they were about 2 inches and skinnier than a pencil 🤣 I need to research that a bit more

[@ellenraguette4623]

I love soup. It is a comfort food. My Mom would have quart container in the freezer that she would throw left over veggies in, it didn’t matter if it were just veg broth , a cup or a Tablespoon, and it did not matter what kind of veg it was….it all went into the container. When the container was full, it was soup making time! Some times it was vegetarian or depending on the leftover meat …. We called it mystery stew!!!! It was always good with a loaf of toasted buttered bread, biscuits or cornbread. I carry on the tradition!

[@sarahinscotland]

Mmm cornbread..need to make that next

[@sravrasti]

“This would make a good thumbnail” 😂😂 I’m so glad you actually did it, it is a very good thumbnail 👏🏻👏🏻

[@sarahinscotland]

😂 couldn’t resist and I knew if someone watched it, it would be like when they say the movie title in the movie 🙃

[@seufznerv2234]

Just want to let you know that ur gooseberry is actually a cross between a blackcurrant and a gooseberry and of course I forgot the name ...even thou I have the same in my garden well a miniversion as I only planted it 2 yrs ago. It had the first few berries this year bt the birds munched them. I am just up the road from you going the Inverness way😊

[@jillpontiere1814]

Lovely video…..two words for you….self-care.❤❤

[@laurar430]

Love from California on a salad-y HOT day! Your soup looks delicious, but no soup for me! Your bike must have 25 gears. Akira was trying to count all of them, or just sniffing the grease. Don't stress with all your vlogs. Life goes by too quickly. I hope you have sunny days this week! 🌞🌻💛

[@sarahinscotland]

Akira started chasing a cyclist the other day 🤣 thankfully he was on the lead...

[@quietlife7186]

❤❤❤

[@lucyclark704]

With vege soups lately, I have been adding a whole head of broccoli, which gives the taste a bit more heft.

[@user-wk1mw9nj3i76]

Lovely video, Sarah. Thanks for helping a freaked out from politics Minnesotan have a break. 💙🩵💙

[@OnedayDesigns]

Thanks for sharing the reality of your life. I truly believe that life these days is overwhelming for most of us. I’m at a time in my life where I thought each day would be reasonably relaxing. In actual fact, this is certainly not true! Even so, if I can just sit outside and knit for even 20 minutes at the end of the day, I find it really helps a lot. Fortunately, I sleep really well and I’m sure that this helps also. Take care Sarah 😘

[@sarahinscotland]

Starting last year I started prioritising sleep for the first time. Now I move everything in my schedule to allow 8-10 hours. It feels life changing. I never thought I’d be someone who could sleep more than 5 hours. I have some bad nights when I can’t sleep (cats) or get stuck into projects and sleep less but mostly I do! It has helped me cope with everything life throws at me!

[@dawn4224]

Peace tp you also.

[@michellepelkey51]

So excited your able to visit with your American family this fall. Lovely cooking show at the end!! 😂 soup looked great!

[@sarahinscotland]

It looked yuck the next day but tasted great!!

[@FaithAnnNB]

Lovely video… always enjoy seeing more of Scotland! I’m a big fan of soups year-round for all the reasons you mentioned; anything that can be delicious, healthy and easy is a good thing. I actually make “breakfast” soup occasionally to use up leftover veggies and it’s so easy to reheat every morning (much quieter than using the blender for smoothies 😅).

[@sarahinscotland]

I often toss random veggies and stuff into my morning potatoes (like sautéed) and it’s so hearty and yummy!

[@Nate1975]

Love your vlogs. So calming and beautifully put together. Just wish ytubers didn’t have to justify or explain to everyone why videos are rare. Just get on with your life, everyone knows you got to earn a living in other ways ❤

[@sarahinscotland]

I agree! But once you start, and gain a following the pressure builds. I literally have people message me on all platforms every week asking where I am, what’s wrong, when is my next video etc. As much as I try to ignore the pressure it’s always there 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Nate1975]

@@sarahinscotland Disable messaging and just post when you are called x

[@oaklingsluciapara]

Love your channel Sarah! From the south of the Isle of Wight…I love Scotland too and I am Italian, so relate to so many of the topics of living in the new country! Plus you two are such an inspiring couple! I visited Scotland twice driving up from here and I want to go back one year in the autumn, because that s when I was most lucky with the weather!the trip Isle of Wight to Lewis was memorable, but I wouldn t wild camp again by the ocean ahah . I m an artist and nature lover too and you inspire me to get out more! I would love to start a plein air painting group as we don t have one on the island but I worry it would be too demanding to keep up with… how often do you meet with yours?

[@sarahinscotland]

We meet once a month. Thankfully everyone is pretty flexible. Our core members share a What’s App group so we can make decisions based on weather (Important here). PS- Italy is on my bucket list!

[@Heidi.M]

Maybe try making Garibaldi tea biscuits with those gooseberries?

[@lindacarlson8515]

lol when you were talking at the end about the color of your soup reminded me of my mom when she would make stew chicken where one of her ‘secret’ ingredients was yellow food dye in the gravy as it had to be yellow and not clear- found memory of her and my favorite meal as a child.

[@sarahinscotland]

Haha I didn’t think of adding food coloring..it might help 😆 oh well it tastes good!

[@lindacarlson8515]

@@sarahinscotland I've heard from some reliable sources that red and blue make purple tee hee just in case there is no purple food coloring

[@kateintheartery8281]

Love all the art and Scotland videos. Thanks. I struggle to get a plein air group together here near Chester but hope your group are more active! I'd go to a workshop if I wasn't so far away. Also I have taken on an allotment and enjoy fresh veg so enjoy your cooking ventures. I had a siamese called Slinky who was identical to your kitten who was VERY naughty but got away with everything. My Cavalier comes to all my art groups, otherwise I don't go. Animals (and art) rule.

[@sarahinscotland]

Ours meets once a month or so. Time flies so it feels like we are always meeting 😅

[@susanweiss938]

Your cafe artwork is so beautiful. Are the paintings gouache, acrylic or watercolor? I love your cottage and garden too.

[@sarahinscotland]

They are some of my oil and acrylic paintings. I recently stopped using those mediums and waiting until we move to a bigger place. That stuff takes up too much room! Haha

[@tracylee4442]

Looks like morning glory maybe? Your mysterious flower

[@ellenp7455]

Always enjoy your videos, but it's important that you enjoy making them too! I , for one, am prepared to wait for the next one as long as it takes for you to decide to make one, no worries! There's a real life besides internet, and not everything has to be recorded... One should be able to eat the cake in front of them without urge to photograph it first . Funny times we are living in...😂 Patiently waiting for whatever time it takes, always your fan❤

[@sarahinscotland]

Thank you ☺️☕️

[@AB-xu8ef]

Me: Sarah is sounding weirdly hyper today. Wait...." *checks video playback speed* "Oh."

[@sarahinscotland]

🤣

[@artbykcappadona5166]

Well, that really makes me not wanna have social medicine by the government but at the same time at least you’re getting your teeth worked on because in America nobody seems to care with your teeth rot out of your mouth. Even when you have insurance, it still cost a fortune. Thanks for the video. It was beautiful. It’s always relaxing watching your videos. I enjoy them very much.

[@whitewabbit2847]

I appreciate your videos, especially the drone videos of the countryside. You can't be all things to all people all the time. You will burn out and won't be able to do anything. My unasked for advice is pace yourself making what is necessary and most important the priority. The rest can wait without apology or explanation. You have posted years of free content. If all the demands of keeping fifteen things in the air feel overwhelming, do what you need to do to alleviate that situation. I think most of us understand. Enjoy the rest of the summer . Take all the time you need to do what is appropriate for you. =^..^=

[@wendychampness1901]

Enjoyed your video ❤ I don’t have children either. By choice. And my husband also bakes bread 😂 And, we love purple cauliflower 😋 And 🫘 every day 😉

[@shawnas464]

Nice video😊

[@sarahinscotland]

Thanks 😊

[@louisapdjones]

No sign of written instruction for installation o bike. 😅 You did great ❤😊

[@sarahRA86]

It’s been a terrible summer, worst I’ve known for years!

[@sarahinscotland]

Bleh!

[@susananielsen8911]

The blue flower is geranium Roxanne

[@sarahinscotland]

Ah thanks!

[@AngieKo69]

12:30 Like your southern accent 😂

[@sarahinscotland]

In my head my voice is often a mixture of southern and western. Not sure why. But it's been that way since I was young. I say y'all and my husband laughs

[@Cobaltblueprism]

What brand/model is that blender?

[@bryonystimpson7562]

NHS dentistry has been nearly destroyed by changing the contracts so dentists make a loos on their NHS work. It's actually worse in England than Scotland

[@sarahinscotland]

We definitely notice the effects I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s going to privatised

[@MrsBarnabas]

Hi, Sarah! I've said a lot before about self-care and family first, and as others are saying those things too, in the comments here, I'll just stick with hugs for you both! 🤗🫂🤗🫂🤗🫂🤗🫂🤗🫂 I've never heard of purple cauliflower, either, so I had to Google it! It's a shame I can't eat cauliflower (and certain other veggies) cos it says that this has a lot of goodies in it! I'm glad you have your garden, and the demands it makes to keep it healthy and alive, as it's one of the top de-stresser / relaxants known to health specialists! And cuddling your cats is another. It is truly a joy to see Floki and Akira so happy with each other, too! Visiting family - Sooo happy for you!!! What will happen to the cats while you're away? And then with that visit over, having your friend to come to Scotland ... it's reassuring for us to know these things are happening for you both. That converted station complex looks somewhere I could happily spend a lot of time sketching!! Did you have time to do any on this visit? It's bedtime here! Sleep well, Sarah! 🤗 😊

[@sarahinscotland]

Lots of good things happening. Lots of self care. Doing my best 😊

[@MrsBarnabas]

@@sarahinscotland 😊 🤗