Fools rush in, so here I am the biggest Fool of them all

[@kathrynwilson7436]

‘Checking it with his checking stuff ‘ so technical lol xx

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

every trade has its own language - I bet he doesn't know what an unpicker is ? no - however I put this, I am well and truly in the wrong! ha ha!!!!!!! xxxxxx

[@marcychervenak6488]

In the south we don't say idiot. We say bless her heart she tried. Hope you had a Merry Christmas.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I'm just settling down to reply to comments and a quick look tells me they are not quite so generous as yours! ha ha! I was never in any danger - I don't think! I do get going when the mood takes me though! Thank you - and happy New Year to You! xxxx

[@rebeccajourney3183]

I love how you talked yourself right out of plastering over! You are so fortunate to have Dennis! Voltage meter = "checking stuff" hahahahaha I am laughing with you! I am so tickled you got it fixed! The painted birthday card made me cry!

[@WistfulCreative]

I totally get it....when I get an idea in my head, it has to happen now! You are not an idiot! Just passionate.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you for understanding that one ... I am very impulsive ... all the messes in my life are due to that one trait - but all the glories too!! xxx

[@suehorn4182]

So glad you were not injured. Thank you Dennis.

[@candacenagle505]

I do believe Emil has had a significant influence on your behavior! You both can take good credit for the saying "all's well that end's well."

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

YES! Emil would have had a go! And if you think about it - everything ended up better than before - I have the switches covered properly, I learned a lot about electricity, I have a new friend - Denis - and I found a much better place for the birthday calendar! All really is WELL! so isn't that the key to all of this ? it's about attitude. Maybe what I learned from Emil was to look on the bright side! Love that boy! xxxxx

[@candacenagle505]

@@thelasthomelyhouse Yes! My father's caregiver made a wise comment last night. He said..."When you change how you look at a situation, everything changes."

[@craftyirina]

Thank God for Dennis💙

[@WhiTiger]

So glad all is well!! So thankful for good people who help us out when we need it. ❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I had a bit of good karma there alright! xxxxx

[@janebutz5375]

Ah, you got caught being human. I know the feeling when you just HAVE to mess with something. Glad you are OK. Nice to have an electrician nearby. Fortunately, I am married to mine! Love the idea of discussing the pictures.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Jane - you nailed it! when i get an idea, I just have to go for it! don't let your other half watch this. He might say I need a health warning on my channel! ha ha!!! xxx

[@myhillsidegarden3998]

Oh Please, don't fool with electricity!!! You were so lucky to not be hurt. And to have gotten someone out to help you so quickly. Glad you are safe. Catherine

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

lesson learned there Catherine! xxx

[@lindawitherspoon446]

Hahahahahahahaha!!! Aren’t you hilarious! Love how you tell a story. What a lovely man, the electrician. . Yes, please don’t mess with the electrical wires. You could accidentally fry yourself. Linda from Texas.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

alls well that ends well! I have that job resolved and a new friend - Denis - on speed dial! xxxx

[@flyingeaglewoman8682]

What a beautiful and special birthday card!

[@JB-pd4ni]

Love the chandelier, and Dennis-the-Wonderful! Sounds like you live in a great community, I'm so glad you had someone who would show up and restore safety.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I think that will be his new name - in my head anyway! xxxxx

[@SC-hj3hr]

Ahhh Kate, I'm still catching up on your videos - tonight, this one. You know, I will tackle 99% of issues myself, but the 1% is anything electrical. No way, no how, nuh-ah, nope. A few months late, but I'm glad your still around to keep the chit chat videos coming. Regards from Oz.

[@joenperkins2138]

I am new here and love your channel. You inspire me to do more. I am 73 and do many of the things you enjoy. Clad I found you. Hugs

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I'm glad you found me too - you are very welcome! xxx

[@madelinewhick7467]

oh my , I should probably be ashamed to admit this but i'm still giggling. You are so funny! Thank heavens for the Dennis -es of the world!

[@lynnemartin2291]

Thank goodness for Dennis. You are a hoot Kate.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

yes - Dennis - lucky me! xxx

[@irhonda31]

We’ve all done those stupid things! Thank goodness for the Dennises of the world! Your daughter is quite the artist!

[@aikitherese]

I'm so glad you had someone who came to help out!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

That worked like a charm - I had very little phone battery, but one text to my son, one phone call to his contact and within the hour I was back on track. I'll take care in future - leave the wires and pipes to them that know! ha ha!!!

[@annefaught6009]

Oh dear! I started chuckling as soon as you started explaining all the candles. Because, of course, I remembered the quandary. Whatever possessed you to rush in and start messing with electricity without even taking off your coat? Next time you have that feeling....STOP..and THINK a minute. Could have been a very shocking misadventure indeed. Some benevolent spirit was watching over you for sure. Possibly Norma to the rescue once again. Your daughter is very talented. What a beautiful and personal little painting. I'd frame it too!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

we have discussed this elsewhere Sherry! ha ha!!! xxxxx

[@annefaught6009]

@@thelasthomelyhouse Oh! I have such a big smile! Love

[@christywhitley6053]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🫶🏻Where would we all be without our everyday heroes like Denis?

[@juliesew_me_something699]

And the moral of the tale …… don’t mess with electrics ⚡️ thank goodness for the Denise’s of this world xxx

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

lesson learned! I found a much better place for the calendar actually! oh dear xxxxx

[@sheilabernadetteclairemcin1107]

Hilarous. You do make me chuckle Miss Kate. 😅😅😅😅

[@GrampiesCorner]

Oops....lol..You are not an idiot!! You are just determined!😁

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Joseph Reid impulsive 🙄😂😊❤️

[@GrampiesCorner]

@@thelasthomelyhouse isn't odd how we all can be impulsive and just out of the blue tackle a job that has been needing looked after for a long time?😁

[@thatgirlinokc3975]

Your guardian angel was on duty that night. No injuries just a power outage. Good thing you had candles and an electrician nearby.🕯💚

[@SandraOranje]

Indeed Linda. She had an Angel with her. Anything could have happened. So glad it didn't.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

One thing I am not short of is candles! But when it fist went I had to try and remember where the torch was! ha ha!!!! Thanks for your concern girls - I feel very loved! xxxxx

[@dwaynecuster]

There's always learning opportunities. Every day. I'm glad you are safe and not electrocuted or had a fire start. That birthday card was beautiful. What a great illustration. She's a talented artist. I like seeing my name on your little ticker at the end. Makes me feel good that I can contribute to your work. Happy evening to you my friend! big hugs...

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I know - I got away with it ... I am so impulsive - I was feeling defiant ... I can do anything I set my mind to! well, I sort of did, because the thing was resolved within the hour because of my son and his contact. What a nice guy. I was bracing myself for a telling off - but he was lovely! And yes - I like seeing my Patrons at the end of the videos - .... it makes me feel very valued - I am able to plan for more exciting things for 2019 with a little buffer of income. It's rather marvellous! xxxx Thank you!

[@annam.hakelviruswalter5653]

Thanks for the superhero!!! And God bless you both 🙏😇👍

[@lindenbergers]

I have a guy called Norm that can fix any of my mistakes. You've got to know one extraordinarily handy and generous person in life, and then make them your closest life long friend. Lol OH!... Your beautiful porcelain stars arrived in Colorado all gloriously safe and sound and well before Christmas! They are just as wonderful as i knew they would be! Love the card, Anna (my daughter) had the truffles devoured in record time, she was just thrilled with the whole package. Anna threaded the small stars onto the strings of the larger ones and hung them on the tree immediately. You brought us much joy this December with the book, calendar and stars.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

excellent news! and yes - I do need a Norm for those small jobs - but I have John - my son - who is a practical lad and if he can't help he always knows someone who can - like Denis - my knight in shining armour! He said - 'how will i know which is your house?' I replied .... 'the one with all the candles flickering at the windows!' it took me ten minutes to blow them all out after he left! ha ha!!!

[@dianegribbin8815]

Love the picture your daughter has a real talent.x

[@denisekeeth4595]

Ha ha ha!!! That's the sort of thing that I do. Get one of those Command hooks that stick on the wall, they come off really easy if you need to move them.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Yes - I thought of that - but i found a much nicer place to hang the thing - I'll show it next time I make a video ... if I remember - So now, instead of two tatty switches I have two gleaming white plastic things - which seem to reproach me every time I look at them - something will have to be done! ha ha!!!

[@AdiarraS]

What a nice man to come out and take care of it for you right away! Im at it again, catching up on all the episodes I’ve missed here and there. =p what a sweet little card that Martha drew! She’s very talented, and really did capture you and the space. It’s just beautiful. 😃

[@JudedirectStudio]

I so relate to your sense of timing. I have projects on my mind for weeks brewing and steeping like a pot of earl grey tea. Then, all of a sudden, it's time to do it! I get on with it then. Isn't it peculiar how that happens? In this case, I am grateful that all worked out and no one was hurt. What a blessing to have such a helpful neighbor.

[@BethGrantDeRoos]

So love the magical, special look of your place. And THANK YOU for speaking of the items on the wall! So love the birthday card your daughter made you.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you Beth - I'm looking forward to sharing them - there are some lovely stories behind some of them! and yes - I have a very talented daughter! xxxxx

[@gingerleegirl6697]

Sounds like you are adventurous to me. I love your spirit.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thanks Tina - I do like to jump in with both feet ... it usually works! ha ha xxxxx

[@mariecurrie7657]

Lovely idea about the stories behind the pictures! I'm looking forward to hearing all about them. Denis is obviously very dedicated. Thank you Kate 😎 (l married an electrician 😉. One of my better moves...) LOL

[@nywvblue]

Dennis from the Village to the rescue!! Hooray for Dennis and hooray for YOU. Happy New Year, Kate! May the good fortune continue into 2019!

[@annettewhitbeck6072]

Glad to hear that the had a lovely Christmas.

[@Loriann3616]

Hilarious Kate 😂 I do stuff like that all the time . Love to you!

[@heatherfoley4945]

"Only fools rush in" made me think of the movie "Strange Magic" I rather liked it. You might enjoy seeing it sometime Kate! Thank you for sharing your wall of pictures. Martha is a talented illustrator :) So glad for the return of the light wink wink. Take care!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

return of the light!! ha ha!! the half hour I was without power was so peaceful - we don't realise how noisy electric things are - the computer plunging, the fridge humming - the washing machine when its going .... it was lovely and quiet! I'll check out the film - I've not heard of it. xxxxxxxx

[@nanpark1365]

I've done things like this. Sometimes we want to feel like we can. My ex was an electrician and he blew it many times. And I mean blew some wall sockets along with throwing some breakers. I called another electrician when he left for work. Now divorced that house still stands but, it's fixed. Take care of yourself friend. There isn't another like you.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Eh! Nan, these men ! Ive been on my own for eight years now and I like to think I can tackle most things - and if you think about it - I did do ok with this ..... in the end! thanks to Denis! xxx Glad your house is still standing! xxx

[@Anita3kidsS.]

I'm so glad that nothing bad came about and that you have tremendously kind neighbors. Your BIRTHDAY card is beautiful. I can see that your daughter inherited your wonderful talents. So happy that you had a lovely visit with your family . Keep SAFE ! I missed you! Can't wait to see what the next year holds in store.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you Anita - the feed has been dominated by Advent Readings somewhat - so i will get back to usual content for 2019 .... I have a number of thoughts! xxxxx

[@samcollage7682]

We are so very glad that metal tools touching electric things didn't shock you.

[@nancyblow6728]

There was luck on your side Kate.i gfwould never know what to do either. I also loved your art work. I tells a lot about people. Take care.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I think I had a bit of good karma that day! xxxxx

[@SandraOranje]

Oh my goodness Kate. Be very very glad you didn't get a shock after molesting the socket. 😜 You were so certain it was not live. 😂😂 And that test thingy has a name. 😂😂 I'm also a woman alone so I made sure I knew things from around my home. That thingy is called a voltage tester. Very important because if it's too high it can cause fire and you don't want that. It also tests a few other things for safety. So glad this nice man was in great spirit to help you out. Never ever do this again.😉 We want you to be around for a long time and enjoy you and your animals in your videos. If you even have doubts about anything that looks electric related please give Dennis a call. 😉😊 With love ❤xxx

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Sandra - I feel very certain that I will have Denis on speed dial in future so you need not worry about me dying that way! I am so grateful to people who know their work inside out - test Thingy - Voltage tester ... sounds like a handy thing to have. But I will leave it to the experts from now on. It doesn't mean i won't have a go .... but not with electrics to plumbing - I do need to clear out the gutters though......... I can manage that i think! xxxxx So, Hercules need the builders in again! there will have to be one more hole in that building sometime - because everything comes in threes!!!!! ha ha!!!

[@SandraOranje]

@@thelasthomelyhouse Haha plumbing is less dangerous than cutting electric corts without knowing if they are live. Hahahaha So that shouldn't be a problem for you. 😉 Yes it was a shock seeing that car driving through the wall and I had the same tought. What will happen next since those kind of things always come in 3s. I do hope it's just something small because the last two holes were big enough. 😂😂 And after reading the comments on your video, never ever feel obligated to explain your way of living because it was just plain rude to ask you such question. Right now I'm supporting my sister who is now in the middle of what you've been through after what I read in your cats book. I will tell you about later in private. She needs all the help she can get. Xxxxxx💕💕

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

YES! Sandra - well said! Just because someone shares ten minutes or so every few days on an entertaining KZbin channel .... doesn't mean you know the whole person! I wish your sister very well and she will be fine because she has a sister like you! I think we should tell Terry to make a very small hole in something soon so we can break the jinx of The Three! xxxxxxx

[@gigglegiggles3189]

Call the boy in and get him to do this

[@cynforrest]

Oh my goodness but you are a lucky ducky to have faired so well with the electrical! Thank heavens you’re alright and the kitties too. Love the picture from your DD. Precious. I’ve been “off planet” so need to go catch up on Emil and all his doings. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, dear Kate!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Hi Cyn, lucky ducky - that's me! Welcome back to the planet! xxxxx

[@maryanneanderson8902]

We are human and learn from missteps... grateful for the kindness of people who rush to help. Love the lovely birthday card... and looking forward to hearing about the rest. My two kitties, Sedgwick and Pennylane passed a few years ago and due to traveling more I didn’t think it fair to adopt another but a year ago a neighbors kitty calls on me to visit. She is well loved and care for but has the most ridiculous name.. “Your Cat” so I’m certain she came to me for a proper name so I have named her Dear Prudence. I too have thing for the Beatles and... color... my lovely daughter gifted me a book by Kassia St. Clair entitled The Secret Lives of Color for Christmas. The dedication had a wonderful quote “The purest and most thoughtful minds are those which live color the most.” - John Ruskin... Many many many blessings ✨💫

[@maryanneanderson8902]

“... love color the most....” my fingers are far too big for the tiny keyboard on this phone🙃

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I'm with John Ruskin there - colour is one of the most important things in my world - I feel alive when I am surrounded by colour, which doesn't mean I can't appreciate the subtleties of an autumn mist or a snowy landscape - ahhh - there is so much to enjoy in this marvellous world! I'm glad you have a Dear Prudence in your life - she quite obviously comes to see you to have a proper name for a while! I will be checking out that book! Enjoy your colourful, cat visiting days Maryanne!xxx

[@TickittybooLoo]

Oooo I was so enjoying the ambience, but thank goodness for the kind Dennis. This is the nice thing about 'country' living, I would have a guess that I would be hard pressed to find a willing neighbour. Note to self.....hide pliers etc no matter how badly you wish for a colourific house like Kate's. 😁

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

that was me being too impulsive - its a good job it turned out ok! xxx

[@pamwineinger2764]

Wow so glad your ok. What a nice man! So glad you are going to tell us about your pictures! I was thinking the same as everyone else about the pictures. I love pictures especially old ones. I got got the calendar and book thank you so much love them both. I emailed you but I don't think it got to you. Stay safe Happy new year

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Yes I did get the lovely pictures you sent - its very bad of me to not reply - I get a bit overwhelmed with emails - no excuse, but when they slip down my inbox out of sight they seem to slip out of mind too. Please accept my apologies. Happy New Year to you too! xxxx Kate

[@pamwineinger2764]

That us totally ok! I don't do well with email either.

[@cheryl8280]

Oh Kate, Kate, Kate...There are just some things better left to the professionals. Years ago I changed out all the switch plates and switches in my house to "modernize" it a bit. Everything was fine till the very last switch. Some time between the second last and last switch, I'd turned the power back on to cook something and didn't turn it off again. So when I went back to finish my job.... "ZZZZAP". Knocked me for a loop!!! I now have the phone number of a very reliable electrician!! LOLOL Oh, I received my package yesterday and am thrilled. Love the "Hello, KZbin Friend" on the address. So sweet even the mailperson commented on it. So I had to tell her the whole story of subscribing to your channel. You should have a new subscriber by this weekend!! Take care and stay out of trouble, will you!! We need you!! Happy New Year!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Hi Cheryl - I do agree, and if there is something I should learn its that I turn the mains off before I do anything to wires - but you can rest assured that i won't be doing anything like that again - not ever! I will leave it to DENIS! Your story sounds about as crazy as mine! I'm so pleased about the package! I used to deliver mail - many years ago - and I always enjoyed it when someone got creative with the envelopes! Hello to your Mail Girl! xxxxxxx

[@carmenbailey8209]

Lessons to be learned 👍

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

yes - that is my style unfortunately - but I won't be risking that again! xxx

[@katehenry2718]

Yes dear Lady, let the electricians deal with the wires. They can do you harm or burn the house. Thank Heavens you are safe and have another helper nearby. Send that dear man some brownies for extra thanks, and pet the kitties once for me. ))

[@lindagunter8339]

Dear Kate I rewire my Hot water heater but I did not open the faucets so I blew out the heating element.

[@Loralit4]

Kate: how hard can it be?

[@gingergreenhill1908]

Guilty of doing similar things! Keep safe and remember, stop, take your coat off, make a beverage, and think about it, before starting a project! 😂

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Now where were you when I needed that advice? ha ha!! But now - a couple of days later when i look at it - I solved the problem of those awful boxes, albeit with drama - but now I have the situation resolved and i found a much better place for the birthday calendar - perfect - made for it! sigh! ha ha ha!! xxx

[@sandrasykes3026]

💝 your birthday card‼️

[@gigglegiggles3189]

Good son!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

He is a very good son! the best - though the other son is marvellous too, and the daughter - I have three amazing kids! xxx

[@busybeaver793]

Oh Kate, you are such a ninny. Had you been drinking? The cats were probably happy to see you until the lights went out! (Now what has she gone and done!) lol Stay safe and we will see what you get up to for New Year`s.....

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Ninny - such a good word and so accurate! No alcohol was taken - I had just driven half the day up the M6 and was full of determination - or something - foolhardiness? I've found a much better place for the little birthday calendar anyway - which I would have found if I'd spent a moment looking .... but hey! I got those ugly sockets sorted and had an adventure too! Welcome to my world! ha ha!!!

[@craftyirina]

P.s…. You are not an idiot! 💕 I think we all do stuff like that

[@gwynwellliver4489]

So glad you are not hurt!! You are the same age as my dear husband. When one of us confesses to an act of stupidity we tell the other, "You married an idiot." My daughter LOVED your Indian fabric wall hanging! She loved that the envelope said, "Thank you KZbin friend." I'm looking forward to using my calendar in a few days!!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Hooray! I'm pleased things have been well received. And none of us are idiots! we just need to try a little harder sometimes!!!! (well, I do!) xxx

[@chrisberry9017]

I’ve just seen your comment, and it reminded me of something that my dear husband and I used to do. If we gave it each other a hug we’d say ‘what an I doing?’ answer, ‘feeling and idiot!’ Happy memories!

[@busybee9674]

Why is there a pic of Eric Morecambe on your wall please....curious

[@dianeduncan5814]

Oh no, so glad you didn't hurt yourself Kate. Mind you I can understand when something is nagging at you, and you get an urge to have a go at fixing it yourself, but please don't try any more electrical jobs....lol xo

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

lesson learned! xxx

[@theresacarmen6220]

How do you know you cant do something if you donr try!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

exactly! and it all worked out for the best and I now know Dennis - and I have his number! xxxxx (but i won't be doing that again!) xxx

[@gigglegiggles3189]

Tsk Tsk dear lol

[@noraluisedonnelly]

Oh do please take a little more care .

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

oh, alright then! I can just hear what my mother would have said ... if you've seen the Harry potter movies (or read the books) she would have sent me a Howler! I can hear it now! ha ha!!!

[@sandraengstrand2784]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Angela10226]

So evidently it was not as dead as you thought it was, but you could have been! Some things are best left to the professionals. Since you said you will continue to talk about patreon I would like to know why you don't have a job? I'm sorry I just think every time I hear someone asking to be supported by their viewers that it's like asking for the dole in your part of the world and welfare in mine. With the exception of when you have been ill you appear as strong as an ox (except for your knees) so why can't you get a job???

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Angela10226 Angela, I have tried to answer this before, but I don’t believe I need to justify my choices to anyone. I have reasons but they are mine to share with whom I choose. I’m not as strong as an ox either! 😂😂😂😂😂 you don’t have to support me in any way at all by the way, that’s your choice.

[@elig5709]

Hi Angela, I think yours is a pretty rude comment, maybe just a question you have, but sometimes we have to choose wether we ask a question or not. You don’t know what people go through in life, Kate doesn’t seem to be a person that doesn’t like to work, her videos are a proof of that, and she put her effort and creativity for us to enjoy, you included, since you are watching and commenting on here. I am going through special times in my life ( that meaning I can’t soend too much money right now) but as soon as this passes, I will gladly support Kate , economically talking, her videos make my life better and make me happy when I am down. Thank you Kate, you give a lot, it is ok to pay you back!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

eli G oh, Eli, thank you so so much for writing this. The content on the public page will not change because of Patreon and it is a free choice for us all, if anything, my content will get better as I will have the tools to help me improve and streamline what I do. You’ve no idea the lengths I go to filming these little videos sometimes! You have warmed my heart tonight and for that I thank you ...... from the bottom of it. 😘 I wish you very well for whatever you are struggling with, we are ALL struggling with something - but what miserable videos they would make! Sending you a hug xxxxxxxxxxxxx😊❤️

[@elig5709]

You are very welcome, I really meant what I said. Excuse me if my grammar wasn’t very good, I am too lazy to edit 😉. I think it is a blessing to have such a happy and creative channel, WITHOUT ADS to stop and breath some fresh air among all the craziness that we have on the internet. You are very talented and again, there is nothing wrong about being a patron of places like this. We need to stop judging people and start being more grateful for the beautiful things ( videos here) people have to offer. Thank you for your best wishes, and have a very Happy New Year to you and your family! ❤️❤️❤️😊🐝 ( I am also a beekeeper 😊)

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

eli G ahh! A fellow beekeeper! I hope yours make it through the winter - I go down there with a stethoscope sometimes! 😖😂 there’s so much sadness out there, or violence or whatever..... I just like to keep life simple and find the joy. Take care Eli and 🤞🏻for the 🐝🐝🐝