COSY READING VLOG | Exploring York & The Best Afternoon Tea

[@shelliclarke5563]

The genuine joy you two share at home and on your adventures together is so lovely to watch. Your mum had a well deserved wonderful birthday, and she is so genuinely appreciative ❤

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your very kind support and lovely words, Shelli! I so appreciate both ❤️

[@Seashells17]

Thank you Miranda! I adore you and your mum and you bring such beauty and happiness to your viewers..Yay!!💕

[@maureenstokowski5848]

Donna looks lovely with her new blouse and earrings! ❤️❤️Happy Birthday Donna!

[@pamelapoet9]

Thank you for always reminding us of what it means to create and live a joyFULL life. It's been a pleasure to peek in on Donna's birthday month celebrations. Cheers to you and the birthday girl! 🌹🫖📚🎂

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so very much for your wonderful support & very kind words, Pamela! I so appreciate both ❤️❤️

[@aimee8151]

If you love the Children of Green Knowe, you should visit Lucy Boston's house, The Manor at Hemmingford Grey, which is the house in the story. In the loft bedroom check out the needle felted chaffinch in the cage - I made that 😊

[@jode378]

Happy birthday, Donna! Thanks for letting us come along to celebrate; that’s very generous of you both. And thanks for showing how you get so much enjoyment from life! 🎉😊

[@carolbialy5920]

Happy Birthday, Donna! Your new blouse and earrings are beautiful. Miranda, I love your new dress and your hair is lovely. Cheers to two beautiful people!

[@carolsutton8565]

What a wonderful vlog! What a wonderful mother and daughter relationship! Thanks so much for letting your followers have a peek into this lovely example of genuine mutual respect and love! I’m sure your mother feels so honored and is so thankful for you! Happy Birthday to Donna!!🌺🌼🌸

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your kind message and fabulous support, Carol! It’s very kind of you ❤️

[@jelenaananjewa5677]

Happy birthday! Wishing you all the best! Dear Donna, you look amazing with the new hairstyle! And the blouse... And than the earings... You shine like a star!!! Heartwarming the love and admiration, you both show for each other. All the best to you both!

[@lisamason3299]

Wonderful video as always Miranda. It’s so nice to relax on a Sunday (or any day really) and immerse one’s self in the beautiful life you’ve built for yourself. Happy happy birthday to your Mum Donna. I absolutely love listening to her insights on books, china, afternoon tea experiences etc. The two of you are absolutely gems and I’m so glad I found you. Thank you!

[@suzy8109]

I think I am first. Wow. Ready with my cup of tea to watch what will be another relaxing vlog I am sure. Thank you for giving us this cosy corner of the internet Miranda. ❤

[@MirandaMills]

Yay! Thank you!

[@laurac56]

Happy Birthday Donna! You’ve had a lovely birthday month. Donna’s blouses are beautiful and the dress is lovely too, Miranda. Thank you for taking us on these lovely field trips to places I’ll never get to.

[@janineduclos9774]

Happy Birthday Donna! The blouse and earrings look stunning! What a fabulous vlog, thank You xx

[@janetownsend7965]

What a wonderful video. Your mum must have loved her thoughtful gifts and the birthday tea. As for your recent reading, I have read and reread Lucy Bostons books, and I'm lucky to live near her house. The house and gardens are evident in the books and I was lucky enough for Lucy to show me around the house when she was alive. Her daughter in law now cares for it - it is the oldest and longest continually inhabited house in the country!

[@ingaurban404]

This was such a lovely vlog and it is always a pleasure to watch your wonderful outings. Thank you for letting us be a part on Donna's Birthday celebrations. Have a lovely week, you two wonderful ladies❤

[@kamicastillo1451]

What a marvelous birthday for Donna! Thank you for sharing it with us all! You could see the pure joy that you both felt. I was smiling from start to finish😊

[@librarian1701-D]

Those earrings for Donna look great on her! and with that beautiful shirt. So happy to see your Afternoon tea and birthday fun!

[@gwen9620]

Happy Birthday lovely Donna! What wonderful gifts . Hugs xo

[@bookprincess612]

We ALL do like a "bit of glitz", don't we ?? The earrings are gorgeous ❣️ You and Donna look always glamorous.....all the pretty dresses, blouses and jewellery. 😍

[@MJ-in-Canada]

From one June birthday girl to another, I raise my glass to you, Donna.

[@emilycurnow389]

I reread the children of green knowe every Christmas eve. I have done since 1991. It is wonderful

[@gillianashley1820]

Thank you for letting us share in Donna’s birthday - a deservedly lovely day. Congratulations, dear lady.

[@carolynmarie4008]

Donna, I love your hair cut! Short but elegant. Happy birthday!

[@greatedges]

Every moment of this vlog was pure delight! Thank you! And....Happy Birthday, Donna, with wishes for many, many happy, healthy returns!

[@idabustamante7081]

Hello Miranda what a beautiful video . . absolutely loved the "rose" patterned tin I would keep stationery/pens cards etc., stored in it . . I love when you bring us along your adventures those gardens were absolutely gorgeous I can only imagine the fragrance in the air . . so glad you shared your mum's birthday 🎂 spoiled for her special day . . tfs your latest book reads 📚 enjoy your week take care ♥️🙋‍♀️🌺😎🪻🌻🦋🌷🐦

[@Noortje-hm3ov]

Happy birthday Donna🎉! Thank you for sharing your birthday with us. Love love your video as always! ❤ greeting from The Netherlands

[@annacollier2936]

Hello beautiful Miranda & Donna, words cannot express fully the enjoyment you bring to my heart! I love your Seasalt clothes, absolutely gawjus, you both looked lovely & i love your mums earrings, what a touching birthday your mum had she looked very elegant in your present of those earrings and seasalt clothes. Beautiful roses & sweet peas, but your beauty inside & out surpasses any flower on this earth! A very happy birthday to Donna, i loved her hair too aww bless her xxx

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your lovely comments and your generous support of my channel! I so appreciate your kindness! ❤️🌹

[@heidikuijer3612]

Happy birthday Donna! We 60plussers deserve treats and you looked so lovely! I love Lucy M. Boston but have not read all six of her Green Knowe chronicles yet. I am working on a patchwork quilt based on one of hers. I am excited to hear about your special reason for reading the books. Enjoy your coming week!

[@MarcelaChandía]

Glad that your Mum enjoyed a wonderful birthday and so many special birth month activities. She looks stunning with that blouse and the earrings that match it and the nail colour too!!! Happy Birthday, Donna, from Chile!!! 🎉🎂🎁

[@teenabrown9786]

Happy Birthday Donna! Your hairstyle is stunning and you look fabulous! I love your special mother daughter vlogs... So lovely and inspiring to watch. I had to take out one of my rose mugs for my tea this morning to join in even thou it’s winter here in Australia and sadly my roses are at an end. Thank you for lovely positive content. 😍💐🥀🌹💐❣️🦘🥂

[@jillizzard9291]

Happy Birthday Donna....loving those earrings :)

[@lomazowr1]

Happy Birthday Donna ,beautiful earrings gorgeous blouses a lovely book an afternoon tea a true celebration.Miranda what a lovely day you made for your Mum.

[@staroliva6502]

What a lovely birthday video. You are both such a joy. It’s so fabulous how you both share and enjoy life.🎉❤Love how you both share lovely gifts , and beautiful pieces you bought for mum to look stunning.❤

[@shirleymcmurtrie7853]

Happy Birthday, Donna! 💐 Such an extra lovely video.

[@sarahculley4646]

Absolutely wonderful video. Happy birthday Donna 🎉. Your earrings are lovely and go so well with your new tunic. The tea made my mouth water. Such a lovely video to watch on a Sunday afternoon. I've a great big smile on my face 😊xx

[@glendaslanina9939]

Thank you Miranda for this extra vlog celebrating Donna’s birthday. What a truly wonderful birthday! The gardens are beautiful and I always love seeing your delicious afternoon tea treats. I, too, love Emma Bridgewater and I am waiting for my delivery. I noticed your strawberry mug which I purchased on the summer sale. Enjoy your lovely weather.🌞🌸🍓

[@susanfisher4344]

I adore the Green Knowe books! My aunt introduced me to them when I was nine years old and I fell in love with the series. Have you read The Stones at Green Knowe? It’s the story of a boy who lived there when the very first Green Knowe house was being built and I didn’t know it existed until a few years ago. I hope your announcement in the next vlog is that you are visiting L.M. Boston’s home! Happy birthday to Donna! I think celebrating for the whole month is a wonderful idea. 😊

[@denisewrobbel2465]

Happy birthday Donna! You look lovely and I love your blue dress Miranda.

[@lilacchocolate]

Happy Birthday Donna!!! 🎂🥳 Those earrings Miranda found for you are gorgeous!!! ✨😍

[@MCA580]

Happy Birthday Donna 🎂 Thank you so much Miranda for another wonderful video. Such hard work and very well done. Thanks for your inspiration and motivation ❤

[@Shannon-xe9bm]

So many beautiful things in one vlog! The ceiling at Grantly Hall was stunning! I'm so glad the sun came out at such an opportune time! Happy birthday, Donna! Happy summer to both! :)

[@cindyurban150]

Happy Birthday🎂 Donna,and many more ! The afternoon Tea was so elegant with the champagne, scones,and petite sandwiches. The trip to York was almost "Magical" to me. Your Country is so beautiful ! Miranda you always look so pretty in your dresses,and well coiffed hair. I always look forward to all your videos ! Health, and Happiness, Cindy 🌹

[@ronyroelands5294]

Happy Birthday Donna, Thank you for the wonderful video Miranda. Greatings from België Patricia.

[@gilliankelly611]

So glad you had a lovely afternoon tea experience, it looked like beautiful surroundings and Donna looked lovely for her birthday treat, as did you Miranda. You both brighten my day.

[@paulamoreshead1694]

Thank you for another delightful vlog from start to finish! I do my share of complaining about technology and the flood of content that seems overwhelming at times. Your vlog and videos are a wonderful exception and something I look forward to whenever you create a new one. Thanks!

[@debbieclark4056]

Love your videos! Have a very happy birthday Donna you are a beautiful person and have raised a beautiful daughter also! 🎂

[@Karen-ve6ds]

Lovely to see you both, happy birthday Donna! So glad you had such an enjoyable day. 🌸🌸🌸

[@annazygo5162]

Good afternoon, Miranda! I am really delighted to see the notification of your video. I am always looking forward to your gentle and beautiful energy:) And Donna's, of course :) You two bring the most cosy memories from my childhood, as I was such a bookworm :) Tell me please, have you possibly read The Potting Shed Murder by Paula Sutton? I am very curious of your take on this read and considering buying the book. Have a lovely rest of Sunday ❤

[@bettymaugeri7316]

Happy Birthday Donna 🎉 thank you Miranda for this beautifully entertaining video!

[@sarahevans1713]

What a lovely birthday you had organised for Donna. I have been to The Manor, the house on which Green Knowe is based, as it is not far from me in Cambridgeshire. Wishing you both a wonderful week ahead ❤

[@virginiaanderson8875]

Wow, what a day York/tea and Monet - plus church bells!!! Happy Birthday again Donna, My hubbys day was the 29th. He was in my heart and loving thoughts yesterday!! You two have hooked me on Emma Bridgewater - bought first set of mugs for our oldest friends, Mr/Mrs - they are enjoying.😊❤

[@MirandaMills]

That’s lovely! ❤️

[@inlaterdays]

Yay! An extra video from you this week! Such a treat. 😊 The garden at Goddards looked absolutely beautiful, and the birthday afternoon tea looked amazing. (Happy birthday, Donna!) I am looking forward to learning about why you are re-reading the Green Knowe series, too - I love those books! Thank you so much for this.

[@liloulux2739]

Thanks to your recommendation I bought one of those beautiful Seasalt dresses.I love them. And I always really appreciate it, when you tell us, where you get your clothes from, because I love your style. So thank you very much.

[@sandramiele1816]

This vlog made me so happy! Thank you. And happy birthday to Donna ❤.

[@marty9011]

Another wonderful vlog. I came across Antonia Forest's books when my daughter started reading them, they are very enjoyable. LM Boston, author of the Green Knowe books , also wrote an interesting book about the restoration of her house, which the books are based around. I love the Elizabeth Harbour ornaments.

[@Rainydaylily]

Happy birthday,, Donna! You look wonderful in those stunning earrings. Also, Miranda, I enjoy how you tie everything in to the seasons. Thanks for another lovely video.

[@lindahenderson1625]

Another enjoyable, lovely time with you ladies. Thank you. Happy birthday, Mrs. Donna. Is your home now called : Rose Cottage ? ; )

[@Lynne1960s]

Another fabulous vlog and one very close to my heart as I live in York. I visited Grantley Hall when I worked for York Library as it was used for residential training courses but now it looks fabulous! Goddard's is well known to me as the grounds were used by a company I worked for as their summer team building days. Monet at the art gallery is on my list this summer too! Happy birthday to your Mum 🎉🎂

[@christinebrown6154]

What a beautiful episode. So enjoyed seeing Donna’s birthday treats. I also love Seasalt. Thank you Miranda 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@C.Aikman-yj7fq]

Happy, happy birthday, Donna, from Carol in Australia. You look lovely. (I'm 62, too.)

[@maries3000]

Summer has definitely arrived when everyone is enjoying time outdoors in the Museum Gardens. So lovely to share in Donna’s birthday treat and the earrings are gorgeous.

[@irhonda31]

Happy belated birthday to Donna! The new earrings were perfect with that blouse! Wonderful vlog!

[@bookprincess612]

So lovely to see you pop up. Can't wait to see a little bit of Donna's birthday Party.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you! Hope you enjoy it! 🥂🎂

[@JacquelineCaron]

Happy Birthday to your Mum! what a beautiful day, always enjoy the videos you capture of the journey - you live in such a beautiful part of the world! breathtaking - thank you!

[@ReadBrucey]

That is a beautiful copy of Pride and Prejudice!

[@emmavd]

Happy belated Birthday, Donna!!!💐🥂🍾🥰And thank you so much to both of you for this lovely vlog🌹🫖📚

[@vickycroft9146]

I loved that you went back to York ❤ and your mum looks like she had a wonderful birthday her earrings were stunning miranda a good choice you made you both looked fabulous as always and as Always your relationship with each other is wonderful to see it always Makes me smile 😊

[@sandrazboinski6473]

I so enjoy your travels and love seeing the wonderful relationship you have with your Mom.

[@JudithThornhill-xc9ms]

So much fun! Happy birthday, Donna!

[@Paulsmuse]

Happy Birthday Donna! 🎂🎉🥳Thanks for sharing your lovely day. Hope this year brings wonderful memories and so much happiness 😊

[@chompunuchpongjit6113]

Happy Birthday Donna. You look very lovely ❤

[@michalaharesnape5434]

Donna you look so beautiful in your new top and new earrings, happy birthday. Miranda, I’ve only discovered your channel in the last few months and I can’t get enough of it. I enjoy your content so much and your book recommendations are excellent. I’ve discovered Elizabeth von Arnim because of you, she is so funny! As well as being an avid reader I also love flowers, gardens, Seasalt and anything Emma Bridgewater does. I’m so happy I found your channel. What I get from your content is that you (and your wonderful mum) really appreciate literature and beauty in life, which is so inspiring to me. Your videos are such a tonic. I hope you have a really beautiful summer x

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment, that is very kind! ❤️

[@acwilson4714]

Thanks for sharing your outing with your mom on her birthday. It's a pleasure to see the fun you two have together. Happy birthday and well wishes to Donna from KY!

[@TracySleep]

Happy Birthday Donna. Miranda those beautiful flowers that you received. The colours were amazing. Truly appreciated by this avid follower experiencing the depths of winter in New Zealand.

[@dorotheelozi3225]

I bought a reading light last year and I must say, it is very good! No more eye strain from reading in the evening. I bought one for my mother and I am planning on buying more!

[@BCKMPH]

Another Vlog treat and a bonus as a 5 a.m. activity when recovering from a touch of jet lag, thank you so much. Belated birthday wishes to Donna, too.

[@nataliaborisova3250]

I just love this video format where you and your Mom have a spectacular outing enjoying museums, beautiful gardens, afternoon tea, bookshops and thousands of other lovely places in the UK. You're such an inspiration for my own outings with my Mom (which I wish we had more of). I love to bring her to our favorite bookshop called Gandhi, browse through all the exciting book releases, buy us a treat and sip coffee while we show each other our treasures. We also love to go to the malls with huge Korean and Chinese shops, to the movies and museums. Your videos radiate such warmth and inspire so many people to call their moms and enjoy some quality time together. I started to watch your channel because of your love for books and your unique aesthetic but I've found something else along the way - so please, please never change. Happy Birthday to Donna!🎉

[@debbieclark4056]

The birthday earrings are absolutely gorgeous and goes so nice with your new top!

[@spinstercatlady]

What a lovely birthday tea and gifts! So thoughtful 💕 I'm currently dipping in and out of Stories for Summer and enjoying it, as I do most of the British Library Women Writer's books. I've read the first two Green Knowe books, and would love to read more. Since they don't seem to have to be read in chronological order, are there any particularly summery ones you could recommend please, Miranda?

[@janeoxley4829]

Donna's afternoon birthday tea looks wonderful. Donna you look like a film star. Miranda thank you for the lovely vlog.

[@kjmav10135]

I truly enjoyed your visit to Grantley Hall. I took a look at their website just now, and it is so elegant!

[@virginiaanderson8875]

Earring perfect with that top!! What fun you two have together❤

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks Virginia! We do indeed 😄

[@kerrywolf8670]

Happy birthday Donna from a fellow tea towel lover! Love watching you gals having a great time and enjoying each other's company. Cheers!

[@amalali7001]

Happy birthday sweet Donna❤🎉

[@deborahracette9755]

I live in the US and look forward to these beautiful "postcards" from the UK!

[@hannahbest2274]

So glad your mum had a lovely birthday 🎉

[@catholicpeaces6257]

If in search of a quintessentially English meander through books and the jewels of countryside sightseeing then Miranda and Donna will take you there!

[@joansmith5859]

Happy Birthday, Donna! I enjoyed viewing your birthday party Well done Miranda 😊

[@angelinegeary298]

I have this lamp so quick to come very pleased with it would recommend

[@sandyokey1019]

What a delightful video💕 Happy birthday again to lovely Donna, and thanks to both of you for sharing your time with us. The gardens were gorgeous and Monet is one of my favorite artists. The new blouses and earrings are gorgeous. And the book is beautiful too. I especially love watching the scenery on your drives too, it may be the only chance I have to see your beautiful country. And the tea looked amazing 🥰 Thank you again for taking us with you, love to you both ❤️❤️

[@shanne6625]

Thanks! Such lovely memories made with your Mum🥰🥀

[@MirandaMills]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Shanne! Thank you so much for your very kind support! I appreciate it so much! ❤️🌹

[@GemmaCreegan-tp4dk]

You and your Mum looking lovely as always, gorgeous earrings❤what a wonderful birthday for Donna🎉

[@cloudlessmind888]

My goodness ... that chocolate swan & rose pastry was next level !! Thanks for taking us along. I can't travel at the moment & I also used to go for teas with my daughter, so now I try to live vicariously through you & your Mum. Both of you know how to enjoy the simpler, finer things in life.

[@karenwhite2601]

Belated Happy Birthday, Donna and thanks to you both for sharing your celebration. A delightful vlog radiating the joy and happiness you experience when you're together.

[@JennifulCreations]

Happy Birthday to your beautiful Mother! 🎂💖 You both are such an absolute joy to watch. It reminds me of when my Grandmother was alive, we would love to just sit a read together. Sending much love and hugs xx 😊❤🎉

[@donnamacdonald2200]

Your content is so beautiful....so life-enhancing really. And very reassuring in these trouble times. I have one child - a daughter and we interact much like you two do. What lovely content you produce for us. It almost breaks my heart...

[@LedgerAndLace]

When your mum opened the ear-rings, I thought, "Oh, they match the flowers on her tunic PERFECTLY!" HAPPY Birthday, July and Summer! 🙂

[@The1christy]

I very much enjoyed your mum’s birthday celebration. Thank you for taking us along. Happy Birthday, Donna! 🎉

[@marysorensen220]

Happy birthday, Donna! May God bless your day! 🙂

[@debs_SoggyBottom]

Happy Birthday Donna. You have been thoroughly spoilt throughout the month. What a lovely thoughtful daughter you have. Thank you Miranda for a fabulous video. You both look very glamorous, as always. I enjoy these vlogs. Miranda, i loved the red cardigan you were wearing. Can you tell me the make please? Look forward to seeing you again soon. Much love to you both. xx

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you! My answer is predictable- Seasalt!