The Coal Boat Cometh - Narrowbat Life - Ep118

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[@goody2shoes831]

Fran, I was broken-hearted for you when you found that pile of nastiness!!! Keep being a precious flower in a world of weeds! 🌼 Much love! Idaho, U.S.A

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you so much. It happens so rarely but I am still shocked sometimes at the irresponsible behaviour of some people

[@cindytennessee]

Oh Fran! Another reason to love you and Rich. You pick up others garbage. Hooray! I do too…every bit I see. Our Creator notices the good things we do like cleaning up the Earth.

[@dancharlie8746]

Morning Rich and Fran, I’m a land lubber watching your stuff for a while. I have never thought once about sending anything, I’m not a Facebook, or internet person. However, I’ve just watched this and I think you will both appreciate it. Given, you are both lock workers and Fran appreciates the workings of locks and gears and engines. Anyway, I’ll stop the boredom. Search- Lock 83:The tailgates canal and river trust. If it bores you just discard 😀

[@samday9328]

Take care guys and try not to despair about other people - it's a waste of heartbeats. Just worry about the things that you can influence and do the things that you can do. Looking forward to seeing the new boat, but I do rather like your current one too!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Quite true

[@Mollylife-6666]

i love Holly- the cafe boat and there adventures..

[@KnifeEdgeCrash]

Very good on the trash pick up. There is one vlog I have watched 10 seasons of and I have never seen him pick up one piece. Please needle your fellow boater vlog folks into doing more.... they and you are setting the example others will follow, and you two are very good examples indeed.

[@davidbuckley659]

Well done you for helping to reduce the rubbish problem, it seems there is a small minority that just don’t care! 🐕👍

[@grahamlewis6062]

My heart goes out to you both. But THANK you 🌟🌟👏👏There are many of us who feel and do the same. The culprits show the reality of the human heart. One of the Biblical truths ‘ The heart is desperately wicked’. The human heart is not intrinsically good! You only need to look round Wigan to see that !😕. But as the little ditty says ‘ every little helps’ so keep the sun shining where you both are and feel good about what you have achieved in spite of the sheer disrespect to our environment of others. There’s a great generation coming up behind us that will keep up the fight. ‘ Keep Britain Tidy!’ Joan

[@kellinigh2398]

TALASBUAN is a Swedish homesteading channel. The filming is stunning, especially now as the landscape is gorgeous. We need a little escape as essentially we have been quarantined for almost a year. My parents are fragile. You are a breath of fresh air for your viewers so thank you for the little bits of beauty.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you so much. We will look up that channel.

[@annbenioffbrianpatterson8020]

Youth wasted on the young. Carry on. Love your travels and perspective. Your summer videos kept me going through our gray winter and lockdown. Thanks so much (from a humid summer night in Pennsylvania, USA).

[@desertrose2059]

I love your videos and something really amazing happened while watching this one. My husband was watching tv and complaining about my computer sound so I just muted the sound and put it on CC. When you were picking up the trash, it said "Applause" and I thought wow, you should get applause for that! Remarkable!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That is awesome!

[@davesmith6193]

Hello Fran and Rich. Another great video. It's Dave here. The guy that has offered to make the Tiller handy for the new boat. I hope you still want it. It is free you know. Loop forward to seeing the update on the new boat. Fran. You are an angel picking up other people's rubbish. I used to do that every day of the three years we were live aboards. I nearly gagged when you said about the huge heap of human s*it. With the thought of you having to clean Archie up, after him having stepped in it. Words fail me !!! I still do litter picking here in our village of belchamp at Paul. I really feel your anger. Anyway both. I guess you are far too young to get the jab. We are old enough. And getting ours Saturday. Stay Safe. Let me know about the tiller handle please. Love Dave and Diane ❤️

[@briangrundy426]

Alfred Wainwright had the right idea about retaining the quality of a place. Take nothing but photo's: Disturb nothing but the air: Leave nothing but footprints.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thats a wonderful way to look at it

[@denisscott1134]

Hi Fran and Richard 👍 just us 2 Saying hi and thanks for sharing this video update 🤔 keep safe and say well 👍 like you wait for lockdown to lift 👍 den and sue 👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🚌🚌🚌

[@brenda9990]

Do all the things you want. Life is short, and one never knows if health or other things can interfere. Enjoy every day, go where you will. Best to you both!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

You're absolutely right brenda

[@iandance8591]

Hi guys. I totally understand how you feel about rubbish, I too get disheartened with the amount of litter left by certain types of society, but every now and then I meet someone who restores my faith in humanity, an example of this is when I saw a guy a few weeks back litter picking, I went up to him and spoke and personally thanked him for doing such a charitable thing. It got me thinking why don't I take a little bit of time out of my week and do the same , no matter how small my efforts, every little helps...Leave nothing but footprints take nothing but photos is one of my favourite sayings. Keep on floating Fran and Rich . Loved the Scarlet Elf cap, that's a new one on me. 👍

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I agree if we all spent as much time clearing up as we do complaining, the problem wouldn't be as bad.. we can all say it is someone else's responsibility,but that doesn't help

[@johnallen148]

Hi Fran Rich,so nice to see you on the move if only to get fresh water,I bet you are excited to see you new boat I am lol ,roll on spring then summer be so nice to follow you on you new ventures on you new home ,wow a thousand miles walking good luck on that one you two ,get you a job on the local council litter picking Fran,that is disgusting people doing that you doing a great job Fran wish others would do the same I hate to see the place littered with rubbish ,I love to see the fuel ⛽️ boat come along side love the sound of there engine beautiful sound,they do a great job on the canals much respect for them well guys take care keep safe keep warm till next time ,John 🌹🌹🍺🍺🍺🥂💜☃️☃️🌨🌨🎂🎂🎂

[@FloatingOurBoat]

The closer we get to new adventures the harder it is to wait. I agree with you about the sound of the coal boat. We hear them coming from so far away

[@dawn5002]

Just love you two. My faves along with Debbie and Mark. By coincidence it’s great you are friends x

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Was, thank you. Debbie and Mark are gorgeous people.

[@martynlejeune5191]

Watching your video this afternoon, has made my day. Thank you so much 😊👍

[@stephenpotter9083]

60th birthday? Yay - free NHS prescriptions!! Result!! Many happy returns for whenever!!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Yes, there are some advantages

[@sallyutting]

I love the casual underarm tiller control ha ha

[@blakes4ontour]

We are binge watching your channel from the start as well. We have done loads of canal boat holidays in the past. We currently have a motorhome and are out most weekends. We want to go full time vanlife and then in a few years time buy a "new to us" narrowboat! Thanks for keeping us entertained! Ju 😁 P.S. We are constantly picking up rubbish from other people too! 😡

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you. So glad you are enjoying our travels. We are thinking of possibly doing the reverse to you and moving into a van for a while some time in the future to see the bits we can't get to by boat. Thanks for watching

[@wiseowl6354]

I am pleased Fran, that you have highlighted and touched on this problem of rubbish!! I am dismayed at people’s actions, and I also agree, that these people will not change, also I do not and never will understand the actions of certain and irresponsible dog owners, who pick their dogs toilet up and then proceed to hang it up in the nearest tree or just drop it!!!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Ooh, dont get me started on dog pooh bags in the trees....unbelievable!!!!

[@TheBoatingAdventure]

Thanks guys I know what you mean re rubbish I think I am noticing it more because I'm doing so much walking locally at the side of rivers and canals. Not seen the boat since 3rd January so flogging is becoming more and more of a struggle. Thanks guys for keeping us up to date. Keep safe. Alan x

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I think you will be back to more adventures soon x

[@sknight1963]

I also find that the older I get, the less I care about suffering fools.

[@andyrbush]

I retired because I had lost the ability to tolerate anoying people. Plus there semed to be a lot more of them around.

[@lucillecash3046]

Not too long now before your new boat will be ready. I agree about being in Lockdown slowing you down but it gives you time to appreciate what you have. We haven’t had to Lockdown again since last March here in Wellington, New Zealand so life is good. Talking about turning 60 Rich, it’s worse turning 70 as there’s less time ahead to do all the travel and stuff we want to do. Thankful for all the small pleasures in life. Good on you Fran for picking up rubbish that others have left.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

It is scary how time disappears, but when we look at our journal and see where we have been in the last 3 years it does make us feel a bit better and make us excited about how much there could be ahead of us.

[@lesleysilverstone2868]

What is this life if full of care, There is no time to stand and stare. That I remember from "Verses from Near and Far" my elementary school poetry book, printed incidentally, by Netherwood and Dalton who my Dad worked for all his life as a monotype compositor.....think Jane's Book of Ships etc. Lovely to spend a little time with you today. I agree with all of what you say....just have to do our best and not be taken down by the selfishness and stupidity of others. Keep safe and well. Love and hugs.

[@johndashwood7671]

Have a look at the people in Texas without power. A nice vlog. Keep smiling. It can't go on for ever. Keep well.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Oh, that's not good. We have to remember how lucky we are.

[@diannedutton6127]

Your vlogs give me so much peace and calmness, no matter what the day has been. Every night I get in bed and turn on your vlogs and there is serenity.🤗

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Dianne, that is lovely, thank you. What more could we ask for xx

[@gars1074]

It's ALWAYS nice to get another new video from you.

[@chrisabbott7458]

60 is no age Rich! Iove your vlogs and ever smiling faces. I'll be 75 in May and still boating. Llangollen last year from Northampton. This year it will be the Avon and Severn and if the weather holds the Shroppie again. Good luck with the new boat.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That's wonderful. Looking forward so much to summer cruising

[@kangaroo257]

lovely vlog from you both and for Rich There are no countries that start with X

[@rod199]

Hi Fran, we feel your grief at the rubbish and human detritus that is dumped. We don’t have a boat, but a motorhome, and the lanes and secluded areas of our country is exactly the same. Farm fields are also dumping grounds, it is disgusting and so very sad, that people do not seem to care any longer. They just seem to think “ it’s not my problem, someone else will clear it up”. What they don’t grasp is that their irresponsibility is gradually spoiling it for everyone else, with beauty spots being closed off, overnight stopping being disallowed, etc, etc, all because of their lack of care and consideration for others.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Absolutely right.

[@debbyteisen842]

Hi Rich and Fran! In Queensland Australia we are more free mostly to travel in Oz, almost feels like normal, Im look forward to UK having more freedom soon. We discovered "Expawers" 2 years ago, Nick and Sarah have two little dogs and travel around Europe in their van. Sarah is the best cook always inventing new things, they are vegan. Nick is very good at photography and some amazing views of trips they have done, especially their trip to Norway last year. God bless you both!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We watch expawers all the time. They are due to come to England this year. It would be great to meet them.

[@hildahickey6964]

We don't live on a boat, but we are retired and it is easy to get into a rut of inactivity. This covid makes it even worse. For my activity to keep alert, I crochet and also do caricature woodcarving.

[@wifeyp1975]

You two make me happy with your upbeat attitude. I’m sorry others are so hideous. X

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you

[@davidclinch1358]

Hi Both. Great to catch up with you again, really enjoyed being 'with' you. Re: the health care discussion, here in France we have a green credit card sized card called a 'Carte Vitale', which gives ready access to excellent health care anywhere in the country. Next time you are looking for a channel to watch, if van-life should interest you at all, Christine and I love watching 'the expawers', a really entertaining British couple who are based in Andalucia and spend most of their time touring Europe with their two dogs, but of course are trapped at home at present because of covid. Looking forward to seeing your new boat. Best of luck.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

The green card sounds perfect. That is how it should be here. We also love the expawers. Such s lot of fun and good editing. We are hoping they make it to England this year.

[@peterjackson7426]

Thanks guys rubbish is in Woods here Scotland we can only do bit 😊👍❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@pamelasmith9784]

It's disgusting we live by the sea and we pick up so much plastic all the time . So glad to see you both💓

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Such a shame

[@TheDaf95xf]

I can’t believe how discussing humans are at just throwing rubbish and leaving there wears behind 😫 It’s the same with lorry drivers especially the eastern block ones 🙄 I take my hat off to you Fran for clearing up and making lovely videos. Looking forward to seeing your new boat. Take care cheers Stevie.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you so much

[@hallowther9735]

Here in the states with winter we settle in and with the added Covid things have become sort of mundane . I have 16 years on you Rich but luckily, I have family to do shopping for me. Last Friday I got my first vaccine shot. After my second, I think life will start to go back to normal . I plan to get out more. My getting out doesn't scare me, it scares the younger members of the house . They're afraid I'll bring something back . I figure if I have been vaccinated , I can't bring anything back. What a crazy world we live in now. As for the things to do, I still want to build a boat or a tiny home so don't give up the ideas of van life or canal boats. May spring bring us all some warm sun and a new start back to normal life. All the best , God Bless , Hal

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Absolutely agree with you Hal. This virus has stolen too many hours of our lives. Time to get out again now

[@NBStoweAway]

I saw a group of scarlet elfcup mushrooms the other day for the first time ever as well… very cool

[@FloatingOurBoat]

They are beautiful aren't they

[@Jennifer62389]

Thank you for doing your part in keeping the canal surroundings tidy. You should see the disgusting messes left from the tent cities around Seattle.

[@martinkavanagh9641]

Well Done & Thank You both .. my favorite LBC Radio presenter says .. "People? - I've met them and you wouldn't like them." ( - I listen off- n- on from NZ on my Amazon Echo) Only 60? Wow I can remember being there ..

[@FloatingOurBoat]

You sound much younger Martin

[@martinkavanagh9641]

@@FloatingOurBoat 77 in May if I stay the distance .. I'm conserving energy by only vacuuming once every 6 months ..

[@blonddali]

You two take care...nothing is forever...even lockdowns.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Quite right

[@richcolgate8929]

Hey guys,, Love ya vids ,,, Ur right about the brain freeze,,, My shop is still shut down by pewsey wharf,, The barbers room,.. Lots of walks etc but watching u guys on utube make my day Thankyou 👍👍👍

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you, hope you can open up again soon.

[@royrcf]

That looked so cold, thanks for sharing.

[@georgelogan1294]

Fran, Thank you for caring enough about your/our environment to spend your time to clean up after uncaring people who discard their trash anyplace with no regards for others or the environment. Thanks to you and Rich for enjoyable videos.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

You're welcome

[@shirleylynch7529]

You are to be commended cleaning up other peoples mess. Enjoyed that trip. Thank you both. Keep safe

[@Deb_Downes]

I live in Adelaide, but my sister lives in Melbourne. They had a 16 week lockdown. Not sure what level it would be as per UK, but only allowed out for essential shopping, caring roles, pharmacy, no visitors and exercise within a 5km radius (once per day). She said that when lockdown finished they literally didn’t know how to get social life happening again. I well understand how you feel, it’s very difficult and not great for mental health etc., no matter the circumstances. I’m glad to see you moving, hopefully, with spring on the way, life offers some more freedom in the near future :)

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I'm sure it will be fine, we are definitely through the worse if it.

[@live2skide1]

Love the idea of brain games. I am thankful during this lockdown that I have a hobby to keep me busy and a good supply of crafting materials. I agree about too much screen time, but that is how I found you! Guessing it was Silver Fox you passed.

[@sheryld1957]

We hardly ever get snow, but last Sunday we got over 14 inches. It has brought this little town to a grinding hault. At least I don't have to try and go to work in it this week. So glad to see your blog to escape for a bit. Hope you all get out of lockdown soon. When you get your new boat it will be that much sweeter

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Definitely

[@larrycounce4509]

Well done on picking up canal side thrash

[@lancecluster]

Impressive on the walking program. Nice goal, nice you are doing the miles together

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you,we are loving our walks

[@johnd7904]

Hi Rich and Fran! You made an interesting point with Covid complacency and your clever mind game cure by naming countries. One thing that I do to keep my brain exercised is to play a game of Scrabble (free on line) against the computer. You mentioned that you watch some other narrowboat vlogs, well I have a suggestion: The Mindful Narrowboat vlog on YT. It shares that same sort of intellectual curiosity about nature as you have. Vanessa features lots of birds and nature of all sorts. Give it a watch, you will likely enjoy it. We are really looking forward to seeing your new boat.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you so much John. We didn't know about this channel. But love it and have subscribed. Such a lovely lady, Interesting content and beautiful photography.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you so much John. We didn't know about this channel but we love it and have subscribed. She is such a lovely lady, interesting content and beautiful photography.

[@johnd7904]

Thank you for such a gracious response.

[@arthurgreen9712]

Like your videos....This Covid cannot last forever...don't despair....sometimes getting lost in the world of You tube can change how we see that other people live...until I seen "Cruising the Cut" I never even heard of narrowboats...now I have 9 different narrowboats that I follow and enjoy!!! Especially yours, right age group for me. If you want a recommendation, my wife and I started watching Bald and Bankrupt...a totally different travel channel..not the usual places!! Can't wait to see the new boat!! Thanks

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you, will have a look at that channel

[@davidbennett906]

Nice one folks. Loved hearing about all the trials and tribulations you cope with, which made me smile and I empathise. My missus is the dog walking litter picker in our household, and she applauds Fran's efforts! Keep up the good work, and looking forward to the next one.

[@philliphammond399]

Hi Fran and Rich, I think you are doing well to make an interesting video while we are in this “lockdown”. Enjoyed it very much, thank you.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you

[@davidbromley7139]

With you on the litter. Our village did a massive litter pick, several truck loads. A week later we picked two carrier bags of new cans and bottles on 2 mile stretch of country lane. Lost in Europe the recent episodes are insane Have a look at “The Narrowboat that James built” lets see how your new boat compares. Also watch “Weir on the move” but my favourite is “Cruising Alba” Can recommend touring Europe in a motorhome but the Western Isles should be next for us. Completely agree about the pandemic and lockdown. We must count our selves lucky not to be at home with children.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We really fancy touring Europe some day, but the Western Isles would be amazing

[@hellyavard8552]

I enjoyed this vlog but not the rubbish oh dear seems to be a world wide problem. Some of our free camping spots are abused like this too. So sad for the honest people like you said Fran. I do like your walking challenge. Great idea

[@dd1394]

Your very fit and active with a wonderful life😀

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We do have a wonderful life and we try to make the most of it.

[@pihoihoi]

Love your video's, love you two beautiful people ♥ I am 61 and due to the covid restrictions on the brink of giving up life altogether. Thanks to watching your video's and of other narrowboaters I am still able to keep a sane mind. So looking forward to Spring and new life!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hello Rich here. Don't give up and stick with us. Life is a challenge no doubt. We're here just email [e-mail] xx

[@dougiepaine449]

hello you two keep smiling there is some light at the end of the tunnel. and spring is on its way

[@bryan3550]

Good on you Fran: sometimes words just fail... But random acts of kindness make up a bit for the gross stupidity of others. We've missed you and wondered how you were getting on! While you might be in the doldrums, we all are and seeing totally different vistas is always interesting. The fuel boat is obviously a life-saver and they deserve acknowledgement. Just Brilliant! Take care and know you have friends right around the world. 😘😘

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That is true, and it is so good reading all your comments and support xx

[@THE-1234-KID]

Hi fran Rich hope you are both keeping well can't understand why people don't clear there rubbish good on you rich for picking it up can't wait for news on your new boat love and best wishes to you bothxxxx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thanks so much

[@deliaholliday1938]

Hi you too lovely to see you both roll on the warmer weather and your lovely walks keep safe

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you! You too!

[@lynettecoates4272]

Glad to see you have managed a short move for essentials, a change of mooring location will refresh both your minds and an opportunity to find fresh new walks to do. I have come to the conclusion that a person can only do so much with regards the litter problem in the UK... sadly its not just canals and I can walk round where I live in a small hamlet and still come back with a bag full of crap and 2 days later repeat the walk and its all back again... I hope that councils organise mass voluntary litter picks after all these lockdowns and I will glady join!! Soon to become a boater myself I have litter pickers at the ready but realise my limits, it all helps however minor. Rich... the mad dash from another boater sounds like a mad dash for the last space in a supermarket carpark!! I am not surprised you had words!! Your new home is just around the corner, how exciting!!!! Not long now... lynette xx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That must be so disheartening for you, but imagine how bad it would be if you didn't do what you do. Generally the canals are great do don't be put off. It's just a sign of the times.

[@leetowers3214]

Lost in Europe is a fantastic channel. That will keep you busy for a few month's.

[@claudinealtvater640]

Hugs. Hang in there!

[@Catalina58601]

Even without much going on I truly enjoy watching you both meander down the canal. Listening to the putt putt of the engines and the drivers :-) is very relaxing TY!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Glad you enjoy it

[@smev4341]

Despite all the crap and upset of resent events, you still are very positive people, and I love your ideas of the future. I’ll be by your side every step of the way.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Kevin

[@juliacarr47]

There are some truly disgusting people around. I’m glad you’re both seem to be safe and well.

[@aliciaking2464]

Take care ,keep safe and happy.💚🦋🐶

[@tyrus0872]

Nothing lasts forever, a little patience and we all get there eventually. Great ride, felt I was there tagin along.

[@debbiejacks2066]

Nice to see you both, missed your vlogs x

[@MoonRakerAfloat]

Lovely to see you back again. Your videos are so calming. Thank you. Rich, your comments about lock down and screen time resonate with me, and I have been watching more and more vlogs on KZbin - including the van-lifers. Ash is a legend. Watch all his work. Another legend, and friend of Ash's, is CJ, - Project Amber. His vlogs are worth as much time as Ash's. He's in a warmer place now. Both of them make really good videos. Covid has delayed my hunt for a narrowboat. Perhaps this year? :-) I live on the wild west coast of Scotland, so getting to the Midlands and canals is difficult. Last lived on the cut in the 1970's. I'm getting on a bit. :-) Thank you once again for your super vlogs. You are a lovely couple. Looking forward to the next video. Take care and stay safe. :-)

[@FloatingOurBoat]

West coast of Scotland is a wonderful place to be

[@markrutter5996]

Good to see you guys again and thank god for people like you who care so much about the environment we live in . . . It disgusts me how people think it’s acceptable to leave rubbish behind for others to clear . . . If I saw someone doing that I wouldn’t be able to control my emotions . . . They would certainly think twice !!. Anyway it was like standing at the end of your boat with Rich when I watched this . . . Just having a friendly chat . Take care and no stressing.

[@britz3864]

So nice to see you and hear your voices. You are such good people. Thanks again.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you

[@agumeuaynakanakis4615]

oh my goodness how could i not love you from afar we have remmnates of canals in novo scotia n they do no thrive nor does histort

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you so much for watching. Such a shame your canals did not survive

[@davesmith6193]

Hi Fran and Rich. It's tiller handle Dave here. I did leave a comment on this very good Vlog just after it went up. And I asked if you had thought any more about what design you wanted. That's if you do want one still 😜. Stay safe both. Dave and Diane xx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hi Dave, sorry for not replying before, we have had so much going on with finalising the boat details. We would love you to make us a tiller handle, just something very simple, but we have no idea of the size required. Maybe we can let you know once we actually take posession f the boat. Thank you so much x

[@davesmith6193]

@@FloatingOurBoat Hi Fran and Richard. I was worried if you were alright. It's great to hear that you still want that Tiller handle. I'm ready when you are. I bet you are getting excited about how the new boat is coming on. We moved one step closer to getting back on the cut. Did I tell you we were waiting for probate on a house my wife Diane had inherited. Well. We have probate. And as soon as we are allowed out. We will be heading north to a few Brrokers. Apparently, there is a big shortage of boats for sale. As fast as they come in. They sell. We could like you. Have one built? But I'm not getting any younger. So, we don't want to go on a build waiting list. We somewhat feel we will notice just a few more boats than when we last did it, ten years ago. Hope you are both alright. Both had our Jabs. So we are raring to go. Dave and Diane xx

[@kevinwhiteley2245]

🌈. Patience is a Virtue. You don't need the new boat yet, wait a couple of months, for the better weather to arrive. 🌞🌷x.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Roll on spring

[@jacquelinejones5790]

Good on you for litter picking. I do it when o it and about, I do beach cleaning near my home but you’re right the people who do it won’t change. Nice to see you both 👍

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Well done Jacqueline

[@judithtodd5927]

Hi to you both, enjoyed your vlog can't believe what people leave or throw away. Well done to you both for tidying up the canal sides. The tow paths are certainly muddy. I have been watching Lost in Europe for about 2 years also another good one is project amber . . We have got a motorhome and love it,but because of covid we haven't been away much. Only 2 weeks in just over a year. We go up to Scotland quite a lot (highland ) absolutely love it . Pleased to hear you got to see your new boat.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hopefully you can get travelling again soon

[@RetroRegan]

Just subscribed and been binge watching your vids. Loving them. It's unbelievable what people think is acceptable to leave behind. I used to live near a beach that was popular with local surfers, some of them would think nothing of using the dunes as their toilet. I saw one guy from my kitchen window peel off his wetsuit and arm himself with paper before squatting in the dunes. If only I'd had a catapult that morning! It's bad enough when other dog owners don't pick up but when it's human it's unforgivable.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you for watching and subscribing. Hopefully the next video will be a bit more cheerful.

[@johnsullivan2449]

Rubbish is a huge issue globally, great to see you doing your bit and putting the issue out there. We're all responsible for doing our part in cleaning up a very human problem. 👌👍

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Absolutely

[@peterpearce2011]

Looking fore ward to seeing the new boat, great video, keep happy, it is a shame about people dumping rubbish where ever they feel like.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We are going to see the boat today or tomorrow, so more in the next video

[@jillosler9353]

Lovely to see you both again - as you say, what have we got to do but click on KZbin favourites; and discover new people and things?

[@FloatingOurBoat]

It is escape for all of us

[@richardthiel683]

We live in Northwest Indiana and have a game feeder in our back yard. I have it set to run ( 6 ) times a day, it throws out shelled field corn. When it goes off the wild Turkey come running in to feed, usually about 20 to 30 at a time. In the evening a couple of Deer also come in to feed.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That's must be a sight to see

[@hilaryledingham2906]

Coming to you from Georgian Bay in Canada. Here we have several feet of snow and -17 temperatures at the moment. So we're really looking forward to spring when we can get on board our sail boat that is "up on the hard" for the winter. Georgian Bay completely freezes over so boats go to bed for the winter. And even though we're still in the grip of winter it's beautiful, and wonderful to gat out in. I think you're right about most people feeling the same way over the lockdown and it being winter at the same time. We take longer to do things or don't do them at all. But don't feel bad about it. Winter is a good time for resting the body and for inward reflection. It was a pleasure to sit with my tea this morning and watch you both. I hear you about the rubbish loud and clear, and as another supporter has said there's nothing you can do about it. "Just be the change", it is so true. But you guys are already doing that. By the way, Fran, whatever happened to the sourdough bread episode, did I miss that somehow? Or have you not done it yet? Too much rambling, sorry, cheers! you two, looking forward to next episode.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hi Hilary, Thanks for your comment. Sour dough bread recipe will be in the next couple of videos, I just wanted to get it right and working well for us before I shared it

[@hmarc417]

Rich, you mentioned in your podcast that you needed to acquire a turntable for you stacks of wax. Look into a usb turntable . This gives you the ability to connect it to your amp or to your pc. Passing it on... CHEERS

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you.

[@golfballjunke55]

Thanks for sharing trip tp the water point, always a delight to see your smiling faces,

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bumblebee-mygt867]

Nice to catch-up with you two again..thanks for the tip to watch list in Europe. I will check it out. Stay safe

[@angelabarnett774]

What an unexpected treat on a wet afternoon.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Glad you liked it

[@sallyniemann8360]

I so understand your frustration on the littering. We are full-time RVers here in the US, changed our residency from Wisconsin to South Dakota (less income taxes there plus our mail service is there), formed a LLC to own our vehicles including the RV in Montana (no sales tax on vehicles there), and we winter in Arivaca, AZ. Always a challenge for medications, doctors visits and getting our mail forwarded to wherever we are.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

It can be a challenge cant it. People often can't understand not having a fixed address

[@alisont5984]

Lovely Vlog, as usual. Our dog takes it upon himself to get into our local canal to retrieve plastic bottles. He does his bit to clean up too 😊

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Wonderful

[@jimbruce-scott5273]

Well done you guys. Totally agree with your frustrations, life is a little boring at the moment. Can't wait to be able to cruise our boat again. Watching your vlogs, and others like yourself help the likes of us, as we don't live aboard. But don't worry if you can't make too many vlogs at the moment. It's not long now in the grand scheme of things until adventure and excitement once again is possible. Great work with the rubbish collection too. My partner and myself often do the same, so you're not alone but it does feel like a loosing battle sometimes. Keep up the good fight and doing your best, as you do. Lots of love guys🤗 Jim & Claire

[@FloatingOurBoat]

You are so right, adventure and excitement just around the corner

[@margaretwilliamson9659]

Interesting to hear the NHS experience, not just yours but other boaters as well. Nothing is perfect. We struggle in the U.S. with all this .. Oh love the bird count😁 Good to see you both.

[@yellownev]

That’s the lowest mood video I think I’ve watched of yours. Fully understandable of course like all of us waiting for change, seasonal and otherwise. It’ll come as will your boat as will your 60th ..... the passing of time is a certainty. Lots to look forward to in your bucket list. I built a few bird boxes and am enjoying watching the sparrows scope them out and pair up for the moving in. I had a litter picker for Christmas last year and I get a lot of satisfaction litter picking around our little hamlet. It also cheers others up to see you doing your bit and maybe inspires them. As to the litter louts, life’s too short to give them any brain time. Take care.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Sorry we came across as low Nev. We're fine really just about thoughtful,but weather is warming up, days are longer and all is well

[@yellownev]

@@FloatingOurBoat Good to hear, I think we are all in the bottom of the loop - plenty to look forward to.... I like the sounds of the New boat, a camper van and a bothy in Scotland - my type of life.

[@jillipepper5353]

Lovely to have my morning coffee watching you today. We’re hunkered down, schools cancelled because we’re having a nasty freezing rain storm today, though we live right on the coast so it may be mostly rain . If it does end up freezing , it will coat the foot plus of snow we received last week. Uck 🥶. I’m longing for spring, watching bloggers videos where trees are in bud and grass is greening up makes the longing stronger.😢. I’d love to go spend a few hours in one of the big greenhouses around, it really helps with my winter doldrums to just sit in the warmth with the smell of the earth and see all the plants. Anyway, you don’t need to read about my mood. You must be getting excited about the new boat, hopefully some restrictions will lift soon and you can cruise to enjoy her. Take care, stay safe and well.🙋🏼

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I know just what you mean about the smeel of the soil and plants in the greenhouse in spring. We miss that. Good luck with your cold weather and I hope spring gets to you soon x

[@eirishemd]

Nice to see you both again! No accounting for people unfortunately. Hopefully you will be on the move again soon. Looking forward to seeing the new boat ❤️❤️