Moving to Oxford for my Masters!

Thank you so much for being here - I can't thank you all enough for your support and kindness. I have been overwhelmed by just how lovely and supportive everyone in this community has been, and I want you to know how much I truly appreciate you x
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Frequently Asked Questions:
😇 How old are you? 23
📝 What are you studying? I am set to start my MA in English Literature at Oxford this autumn.
📚What are your favourite books? • 200 book recommendatio...
📚 Do you have a book club? Yes! You can join it here for free: fable.co/club/reading-with-th...
📝 Have you written a book? My life goal is to be a published author and make a living from writing and I am using this year to gain experience, build up a portfolio and work on a book with my agent. I have just finished the final draft of that book, as you can see in this video. I did self-publish a book about bullying when I was seventeen which is available on Amazon (amzn.to/3mdJKLm), but I'm slightly embarrassed by it now!
🎃 Do you have merch? I don't have merch in the traditional sense (I can't imagine selling something with my face or name on haha!), but I do have a stationery company where I sell planners for students. These are all designed with students in mind and follow models which I've used when planning my studying. Our products are printed in pastel colours on recycled paper: bit.ly/3wgsR85
🍵 What's your favourite tea? That's a REALLY hard one, but I think I'd have to say the B&B Chocolate Digestive Tea: bird-and-blend-tea-co.sjv.io/youwilllovethisone (affiliate link)
0:00 intro
0:20 the morning of
1:24 arriving at college
2:35 lunch & food shopping
3:14 unpacking & welcome tea
6:00 a reminder for introverts at university
7:34 more unpacking
10:40 unwinding & saying goodbye

[@wavveytae4181]

Omg Ruby I am so proud of you. I’ve been a subscriber since you were rejected by Oxford the first time. You didn’t allow that to get you down and kept excelling. Now you are living like the real hermione granger and have been accepted to your hogwarts style school. God bless you Ruby and congratulations once more.

[@zbr0]

Aw I never knew she got rejected first time! What a sweet comment though! 🤍

[@MMPutnam77]

I remember that too. I was a subscriber way before that but my heart broke for her and Jade (and Holly?) when they didn't get into Oxford. I couldn't be prouder of her.

[@steveebbage808]

You make people who don’t know you feel so proud of you! You’re at Oxford …what an achievement! You deserve to be there …enjoy every moment!

[@nazrinrzayeva1120]

Exactly! Im so happy for Ruby

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

​@@MMPutnam77more proud 😌

[@YouTube]

awhhh ur dad at the start! whos cutting onions 🥹 wishing you the best ruby ❤ good luck!

[@_stevenfoster]

Came here to say this but glad to see the good people at KZbin beat me to it. Congrats and my best to you Ruby!

[@TheMisadventuresOfBlueGuy]

Second

[@wavveytae4181]

Oh shit KZbin recognizes the

[@Davi.Abraham.Millman]

maow

[@aimeejane_writings]

Your dad looked so proud of you at the beginning of the video, it made me emotional ❤

[@susievega3256]

I agree. I felt all choked up!

[@KAPOWWkate]

I’m glad this wasn’t just me. Welled up

[@GlaneciaXCat]

omg me too, it made me miss my dad so much!

[@AJ-pz8mp]

Your dad seemed really emotional in the quad and bursting at the seams with pride. So nice

[@LaaszloKiss]

Knowing how enormously much effort you always put into your academic things I have to say you definitely deserve that fantastic room. But seeing how passionately and beautifully you turned that empty room into a cosy little home, I think that room also deserved you 💚

[@THEMRblackboy7thst]

do you think she will get pounded any time soon on that lovely room?

[@ioanagrancea6091]

Good to be reminded it is OK not to take part in all SOCIAL events. Such an important piece of advice in order to remain authentic and sane :) I can totally relate.

[@alisontaylor6135]

BRILLIANT ADVICE!

[@hannahnolte1963]

Definetly! I started studying abroad this week and I just don't like pub crawls and that stuff so I just don't go. There are always other opportunities to meet people

[@charusharma1050]

i think everyone should go to as many social events as possible, while making sure that you have time for rest.

[@a.w5407]

Congratulations! You are the perfect example of what can happen when someone works hard for what they want. Well done!

[@sabahatnaheed1435]

So true!

[@ioanagrancea6091]

Actually thought to myself on Friday: today Ruby goes to Oxford. May God protect you and help you flourish in Academia...it is clearly the environment you are happy in. Thank you for restoring my trust and enthusiasm for study-hard lifestyle.

[@JacquelineBeaulieu]

Ruby- the joy and pride of your parents when helping you to move in was literally beaming from the screen while watching this video. I look forward to watching your academic journey unfold 😊

[@kuggsbuggs]

Your dad is adorable and your confidence is soaring

[@srishtiiiiiii95]

i have been a part of this community since you were 15 i remember, ive seen you outgrowing the attachment and self worth issues you had while you were rejecyed from oxford and how you were so vocal about it, ive seen you getting to exter, lockdown periods, your book writing periods and to this time when you're at oxford as a woman ! i am so proud of you ruby how beautifully youve grown and so emotionally mature you are now! i love you so much

[@Max-fd9im]

I'm so happy for you! I am a severely mentally disabled girl so I'm very dependent on my parents. You are living my dream, and I'm so very proud to see you accomplish so much!❤

[@victoriah.2083]

Years ago I watched 1950's "A Yank at Oxford" w Robert Taylor. The buildings, "quads", students wearing black robes was so dreamy. So getting to live vicariously, w you, means so much to so many of us who will never get to attend such hallowed halls. And how many great icons of history walked where you will walk Ruby. Makes me cry because I am so happy for you. You have worked so hard and waited so long for the start (or continued path) of an amazing phase in your education. ❤❤❤ Thanks for taking us along.

[@DAH55100]

As a proud Dad with a daughter of similar age, I could instantly relate to the emotional feelings of pride, love and sadness radiating from your father. Took me back to my daughter's first day at uni. I happily admit to a few tears on my drive home.

[@teabread8460]

I got a little bit emotional seeing you on campus with your father. Oxford seems like a magical place and I am very glad you are going to be able to flourish in such an amazing academic environment. All the best Ruby!!

[@monicamorales2023]

Oxford Ruby's version is going to be the best!

[@Lucia-pd6fi]

This week I have found myself thinking, "Ruby is starting in Oxford!". Well done Ruby, not only have you moved in, but you have unpacked, filmed, and edited a video. Good luck, you are going to do amazing!!

[@gameovert]

Ruby, welcome to Oxford, I hope you will be so happy during your time here. Things I'd like to pass on to you as an Oxford local: The best cafe in Oxford is Georgina's in the Covered Market. They have beautiful Greek lunches and is so lovely and quirky. Its a bit tricky to spot so when you are in the market, follow the White Rabbit :) Furthermore, the Covered Market has Cardews tea shop, which is a treasure trove for replacing your loose leaf tea, and maybe you will find a replacement teapot! When you need time away from the crowds and studying, take a walk down the Thames heading north to enjoy Port Meadow and the ruined Abbey featured in Pullman's The Book of Dust. To me, the Thames is the world's most inspiring river. We love our strange little city and I hope you will too! All the best to you, Rachel

[@ladymallowyt]

I love how supportive both of your parents are 😊 Your enthusiasm and excitement in this vlog is contagious 😅

[@booksandpicnics]

How absolutely wonderful, Ruby! Thanks for taking us along! 🤩You need no stranger on the internet telling you this - but please enjoy every second and don't put yourself under too much pressure! You are more than enough! 💛🌻

[@Rachel31525]

IM LITERALLY CRYING. I’ve followed you since you were in secondary school. I’m so so so happy for you. YAY RUBY

[@Zoronoa01]

Your father seems like a very nice person, may God grant him and your mom a long and healthy life!

[@George1789]

Omg Ruby! I’m so incredibly proud of you!!! You’re honestly living my academic dream, I’m autistic and I’ve always really struggled in mainstream/‘normal’ education so it’s never really worked out so far but seeing you live this incredible life makes me so happy and really inspires me to keep trying x

[@vixikie]

I've been watching your channel ever since you were in school and was going to apply for Oxford the first time. I think maybe that wasn't just your right time but now the right that has come and you are finally in Oxford. That's pretty amazing. This is why you should never give up on your dreams, even when rejected. Can't wait for more Oxford vlogs!

[@teena6154]

I am, again - absolutely mesmerised by how long of an incredible journey you have had throughout those years. Extremely proud of you for following your dreams, doing what you love and not stepping off that path. Truly amazing and inspirational. You help me throughot my days at university, you motivate me and make me smile

[@susanharkema2888]

I was so excited and impressed to see you put up a new vlog so soon. I told my husband, “Ruby’s starting Oxford! I have to watch this.” 😊 Best of luck and enjoy the ride. We’re all rooting for you.

[@allthingstrix2417]

This feels so special. Finally, Oxford sees what we have seen in you all along ❤ Hope you have the BEST time, good luck!

[@azaezia]

I’m so proud of you Ruby! Thank you for sharing your incredible journey with us, you are truly inspirational! 🥰

[@ahappyfrenchtoast2669]

You deserve every bit of your achievements, Ruby! Going to enjoy this vlog for sure. 🥰 I am currently pursuing my master's in my dream university, life is going well, thank you as well for being a part of my academic journey. Your vlogs are so comforting and cozy, how can I live without them?

[@nikitamohanty4064]

I came back to KZbin after a long time and am watching all of your new videos now, but I can't even explain how happy I am for you. I still remember about when you didn't get into Oxford but now you are there for you masters 💗💗.

[@DiasRadiantes]

Congratulations, Ruby, for all this moment. It's all so special, and it's do lovely watching your journey. Thank you.

[@KarthikLogic.Animal.Welfare]

So proud and happy for you Ruby! I've been following your channel for the past 7 years and I feel elated to see this milestone.

[@nattynoodlenutkin]

Congratulations! It's so good to see your hard work paying off! What a lovely room you have - and how very proud your lovely Dad clearly is! Bless his heart! ❤

[@curtwild86]

Huge congratulation Ruby! You deserve it! So heartwarming to see someone's dreams come true.

[@labonnosarkar2113]

Looking forward to this new chapter of your life, Ruby! You've come such a long way and I'm excited to see all that awaits for you. Congrats again!!

[@ArielReads_]

I'm so excited and happy for you Ruby! Thank you for taking us along on this journey

[@wonderwoman5528]

Aw well done Ruby. It’s going to be so much fun to watch your upcoming videos and see what your course entails. You must be very proud. Much love

[@gillwoolley6515]

So happy for you.The joy in your smile is infectious. I look forward to following the journey ❤

[@SamDybing]

I can’t believe the time has come already! Congratulations! I am so happy for you

[@brookes4148]

So proud of you Ruby! You are living life to the fullest and I love that for you! Your parents are so proud of you too-can see it on their faces.

[@nataliapater7630]

Congratulations! 🎉 Every time I watch your videos and see the relationship between you and your parents my heart is full ❤️

[@cuppajavaplease]

Ruby, it has been so exciting following you throughout your education. Much success to you at Oxford! I look forward to your Oxford vlogs.

[@natasham4184]

This is so heartwarming and exciting to see! You're like a sister/friend to many of us and I'm happy to see you thriving at your dream university. Good luck! 💖 Your parents are so precious too.

[@roseisabella2165]

I’m so happy for you Ruby! I’ve been watching your videos for such a long time and I’m so excited to see you start this new chapter x

[@judywalker9593]

Congratulations, Ruby. You are absolutely glowing. I love witnessing this journey you are on. ❤

[@islandgalD]

Congratulations Ruby! this is all full circle moment and I'm so proud of you. We're all so happy & excited for you getting into your dream school and never giving up. Wishing you all the best on this new academic journey. Your dad is so immensely proud of you, it made me emotional. I feel like a big cousin watching her little cousin living out her childhood dreams ❤

[@Maya-11146]

Ruby, I am so SO proud of you and I am looking forward to seeing how it all turns out for you. No doubt, you will get TOP marks. Congratulations dear Ruby ❤🎉😊

[@morgmonkey100]

I mean I can see through the screen your hapiness and also your dad almost made me cry. He looked so proud and emotional. I feel like your parents are the best and you're so lucky to have them!

[@PRATIKGHATAK]

Ruby, I am so so proud of you. Loved the vlog. Loved the happiness in your Mum’s and Dad’s faces. Absolutely gem. Looking forward to seeing more videos. Thank you very much Ruby.

[@mocomoco33]

oh ruby my heart is so full for you

[@MMPutnam77]

Ruby, I am so proud of you! This whole video is so inspiring and heartwarming. You did it! Your room is lovely and campus is beautiful of course. I can't wait to see more of it is since it's been 26 years since I last saw it. Thank you for taking us along on this journey.

[@andreahoffmann7216]

Your dad ❤️ Bless him. Congratulations on being at Oxford. Congratulations on your first semester. Wishing you happy holidays and a wonderful new year! xxx

[@Roxana_Roxana_B]

Congrats, Ruby! Thank you for sharing this with us. We'll gladly accompany you in this journey.🎉

[@sophiebarbour627]

Ruby, I am so so happy for you! The growth from your first university move-in to this is outstanding, you have truly become such a beautiful and inspirational person...never forget how incredible you are!

[@mrmrsaofbarredowlcabin405]

Best of luck Ruby! We all know you’ll be fantastic. My son started college this year and this video brought up alllll my mom feelings!

[@shayene555]

Ruby ❤❤❤ I am so so so proud of you. I have been watching you forever and you are the reason that I reconnected with my academic self in the first place. You’ve worked so hard and I cannot wait to follow along. Best of luck xx ❤

[@gabbycl]

Truly amazing, Ruby. Love to see how far you have come. It feels as though we have all grown together over the years. You’re inspiring ❤

[@pervincaperiwinkle8605]

Congratulations Ruby!! Enjoy your time in Oxford as much as posible❤ I've been following you since you started uni, it felt so relatable since i didn't get into my first choice either.... but in the end i was glad of it! It is the journey that counts! Feels great to see how far we've come 😊

[@jaimeeashley]

Your dad being so emotional was so beautiful. I've been subscribed before you had your Oxford rejection video all those years ago. I'm so proud of you and it's amazing to see you achieve this massive dream. Congratulations again 🎉

[@LaurenOrion]

I think I speak for everyone when I say that this is such a full circle moment!! Have been here since well before you went to uni, and I’m so happy you’re finally at your dream school

[@LuoBinghe]

I'm so so SO happy for you, Ruby! I hope you have an amazing time at Oxford, having followed you for so long and getting to watch you vlog your college move-in AT OXFORD, made me so emotional and proud! You deserve the very best and I couldn't be happier to get to see you achieve your dreams. (I watched this while resting after spending the whole day studying, and it motivated me so much!)

[@carlottacornelius1403]

Hey Ruby, I´ve been silently following your videos since the early beginnings, but today was the day I just had to leave a comment. Having witnessed your journey regarding Oxford and dealing with rejections/failures in life it is more than exciting to see you finally getting where you always aspired (and are truely meant) to be. Having finished my own studies for a couple of years now I feel a great nostalgia watching your videos. Especially with this one I just wish I could relive my university years once more and also enjoy them more than I initially did. Studying itself can come with a lot of pressure (the pressure put upon us + the pressure we put upon ourselves) and all the duties apart from it (making a living, keeping a household) just add up to it. In retrospective one of the things I regret the most is the pressure I put on myself to do everything 100% and (naturally) failing with it. Therefore I hope that you can enjoy your time in Oxford as much as you can and deserve. You worked so hard to get where you am right now and that is something nobody and no future failure can take from you. Sending you all the dearest wishes from Germany, Carlotta

[@Kasia_Luna]

Ruby!!! I am so happy for you. I wish you all the best in this new experience, the campus, your room, everything looks absolutely MAGICAL!! 🪄 I can't wait to see more of your journey. I also really resonated with everything you said about introversion and it being so hard to socialize sometimes. Maintaining inner peace and nurturing where we spend our energy is so important!! There should be no guilt or shame in it. And if we take care of ourselves, we then have more energy to love and share with others. ☺✨

[@janetrichards5353]

So amazing! Congratulations- all your hard work is working for you! Just thinking of you studying away in your cozy room warms my heart and inspires my own studies. Even though I'm in my 50's and no longer attending formal classes, it is wonderful to see someone 'living on words'. I offer you only this advice: remember to breathe and read and drink tea. (Plus remember all the people who are solidly behind you!)💜

[@Xoximilco777]

Ruby!! ❤ So thrilled for you! May you have a fantastic learning experience at Oxford! All my best wishes to you, always. ❤

[@bellabrown3725]

I am so proud & happy for you! Overcome by joy! Can't wait to see where this journey will lead you. Have the greatest time setteling into Oxford and beyond :)

[@claudias.3569]

I’ve been waiting for this!! 🎉 so incredibly happy for you ❤ you’re going to thrive!

[@melinadamico9036]

I'm so happy for you and proud of you. Enjoy every little aspect of this wonderful academic adventure. Take care! All the best!

[@mollyelton3952]

Congratulations Ruby I am so excited for you! You fit so well into Oxford and I cannot wait for this journey.

[@amiy01]

This is such a wonderful video to watch. I don't know why I am feeling so emotional. I remember I started following your videos since the time you uploaded about getting the rejection from oxford to changing your major in the first year of your bachelours. I feel like we have came an entire circle watching you now finally moving into Oxford. It's such positivity. Love you so much. Lot's of love xoxox

[@nanahoub.9098]

Congratulations! I'm so happy that you've made it to Oxford at last. Seeing your journey inspires my own and makes me yearn for what could be, what it might feel like for me when I'm in your position. It really makes me excited for my own life, and makes me wanna cheer you on. Somehow you really awake a feeling of solidarity in me. Thank you for sharing! Wish you all the best 🙏

[@veemanzano7082]

I've been watching you since 2017 and seeing how far you've come is making me sooo happy. Congratulations, Ruby!!! 💓

[@ursulaclarke6066]

Good luck Ruby, hope it all goes really well and you enjoy yourself. Looking forward to the videos x

[@hollyarmstrong728]

I am so unbelievably happy for you! What a beautiful room and college, I cannot wait to see what you get up to in Oxford ❤ good luck on your first week ❤

[@miroslavadvorakova2813]

This video made me cry, I'm so proud of you and your room looks great, I love it! I hope your first lessons (and ofc all lessons) will be great, and you keep us updated! Love you❤

[@deelirious]

I am so happy for you, and I thank you for let us live it vicariously. I wish you lots of joy, life, learning and adventure.

[@aleksandragjorgievska2493]

Such a full circle moment! We are so proud of you ruby! ❤🎉 congratulations and good luck on this wonderful journey 😊❤❤❤

[@zainabtariq_]

Ruby this is so so so great! I have been around since your Alevels days. So now you making it to Oxford after all these years makes my heart swell with joy for you! Good luck ❤

[@maheleehewawasam2204]

Ruby super proud of youuu!!!❤❤ Best of luck with everything & keep being amazing 🎊

[@francesmascio6994]

Congratulations Ruby!! I'm SO happy for you! Enjoy your time at Oxford and focus on your work, don't worry about the vlogs: we can wait 💙 also, your room is absolutely gorgeous!!

[@rosettagrey2851]

I hope you enjoy your time in Oxford and find it opening new doors for you. Looking forward to the new videos. The room is looking really neat and cosy x

[@justamberreading]

So exciting Ruby! I love how your room turned out. Wishing you the best on your studies ^_^

[@megzee9886]

So happy for you Ruby. You've worked so hard for this and should be so proud of yourself. I hope it's everything you want it to be and more 😊

[@itsBipsWorld]

So happy for you Ruby!!! I've been a subscriber since you were studying for A levels. Proud of how far you have come and your growth. Have the best time at Oxford!

[@chrysaanomeriti1837]

Good luck, Ruby! I'm really happy for you and I'm sure you'll do great❤

[@MichelePJ]

I am so excited for you Ruby! Wishing you more than a productive week!

[@uglyducky7]

Congrats again for all your achievements Ruby, and I wish you the best for this academic new year ❤❤❤

[@SSHP13]

Congratulations Ruby . You deserve it very much. Hope you enjoy your time at Oxford to the fullest.❤❤

[@zahra.mo11]

I am so happy for you Ruby!!! Your room looks so cozy and I can't wait to see more uni vlogs Your parents look so lovely and you are glowing as you should be❤❤❤

[@amelia-wv4rs]

so many congratulations ruby!!! you are going to achieve some incredible things, and you entirely deserve it. 💛

[@megandrynan6080]

This is amazing, Ruby! Im so proud of you. Having a master's degree from Oxford will be such a great addition to your resume, and hopefully you will enjoy the program too.

[@MillieMcDonald]

Well done Ruby! I’m so excited to see what its like and what you get up to!! Enjoy and very well done! ✨xx

[@stargazer8169]

Congratulations Ruby! So happy for you! Enjoy your studies at Oxford and best wishes for the academic year ahead! Looking forward to watching your vlogs during your time at Oxford Uni! Looks like such a lovely place to live and study! :)

[@cryptidofcreation]

The room is beautiful!!! I hope you have a wonderful time and I can't wait for all the videos this year ❤

[@nurse_emilia]

Your parents are so lovely! 🥹🤍 I couldn't stop smiling while watching how excited they were for you! Wishing you the best Ruby!! Good luck with your studies !! ❤❤

[@alenenoknov]

❤ Ruby, I’m watching this being so proud for you!!! You deserve every minute of it 🎉🎉🎉

[@dana5770]

I am so happy for you and you can be so proud of what you achieved. Honestly got almost a little emotional when you were showing your dad around. And I love how you talked about that socializing can be very tiring and you don´t have to say yes to everything. ❤

[@thedarkladyofangmar6184]

Yo go Ruby, yo go Ruby!!! I've been following your account since 2017, so I know this means so much to you! I wish you happiness and success in this new chapter of your life. Congratulations and enjoy the journey!

[@Elbrownn]

Im so excited for these videos, please film and enjoy as much as you can, i just started my masters so I get to live vicariously through the videos!

[@trina415]

How sweet is your dad lots of blessings on your new journey x