72. How NOT TO TAKE your Narrowboat through the Huddersfield Narrow Canal!

[@kc9213]

Wow, that is some high water. Don't think you did badly at all, given all that mess. You always show the loveliest bits of the country, thanks for that!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It certainly was, the day before it was over the path. Glad you are enjoying the vlogs and thanks for watching 👍

[@choclatmajik1]

Don't beat yourself up Paul, these things come to try us, all turns out good ! Anthony, standing twirling that lock thingy in your hand, looked like you had been up to no good...lol Stay safe boys 💓

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Jan it was all soon forgotten, we just wanted to show viewers that’s it’s not all plain sailing 🤣 he is always up to no good 🤣 thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Jan, I agree. Always up to mischief 😃

[@choclatmajik1]

Only way to be, you little munchkin !

[@lesleysilverstone2868]

I love listening to you two chatter back and forth....sometimes you are just too funny!! Well a scrape is a scrape and paint is paint and this will become one of your "remember when's". Love and hugs as always.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Lesley definitely a remember when 🤣🤣💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It is exactly that Lesley. Tempers always run high when accidents happen but we can’t stay mad with each other for long. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@CrichieB]

Don’t beat yourself up about clipping your boat, it has to happen …to everyone! The only thing about having such a gorgeous boat is that you see every mark. Get it painted have a laugh and move on. Great vid as usual guys , stay safe ☮️

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Missed this comment sorry My friend. We soon got over it, I was surprised that Anthony was so calm about it 👍

[@cheakyblinder]

Nice to see you at SF today .... secret location ..... and a bit of sunshine as well.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

We loved our day of cruising today, one of our favourite days to be honest. Beautiful Weather too. Thanks for saying hello 👋

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

aww hope you said hello. It was lovely there and we were very tempted to stay. Looks like we may have a closure on route, will have to see how things go. ❤️

[@cheakyblinder]

Siad hello while you were enjoying your choc ices.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

I said to Anthony I thought you were the person we spoke to on your boat earlier. Didn’t click until you walked away. Nice to meet you and We really loved it at SF Wish we had stayed as lock 6 is closed

[@gingermolinero8386]

Paul and Anthony I find myself smiling throughout your videos and cringing when something happens as if I were sitting on your boat having a visit. Thank you so much. Please pet Dexter for me and safe cruising

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Glad you enjoyed the vlog. We were fine after half an hour or so, we never go to bed on an argument. Thanks for watching and have a lovely week 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you Ginger. Glad it feels that way as we want to make our vlogs as immersive as possible. Thank you for coming along with us. Dexter has been patted thank you. Have a great week. ❤️

[@philipdoyle-allen6575]

Good video guys 👍 pauline

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks so much Pauline. Glad you enjoyed. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@tophat6696]

So sorry about the scratch Lovely canal an loved the camera shots in the locks Hope your both well have a fab week Lee an phil 🎩👍🏼😉

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey guys. It is only paint (it took me a while to accept that) and no one was hurt. We are great thanks and had a fab cruising day today. Hope you are both good. Take care ❤️ x

[@kelvincarr6172]

saw you other side of standedge moored up , complemented your paint job. first scratch is always the deepest. Really nice boat.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Kelvin great to hear from you. Standedge was ace. It’s. It certainly is. 🤣

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thanks Kelvin. Glad you got to see Morning Star in the flesh as she looks totally different on camera. It is always the worse and we definitely did get some battle scars in the tunnel. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@NarrowboatMark]

Can't wait to see you go through the tunnel is on my list to do one day👍❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It was amazing. Dexter didn’t enjoy it though. X

[@NarrowboatMark]

It is great to see you two having so much fun. I do shout at my Julie if I see her swinging it about lol. Take care looking forward to the next weeks vid xxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@NarrowboatMark thank you, so you should lol. It is a dangerous habit. ❤️

[@NarrowboatMark]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 I hope you made Paul go out with the paint brush touching up the paintwork clumsy burger

[@sharon2180]

your on the bad boy list now. just love dexter he is game for anything.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Ha I was Sharon but was soon forgiven 😁

[@marieasweeting3369]

Love Holmfirth. Great reservoir near to explore, dexter would love the walk!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

We loved it around there. It certainly is a lovely area. I think our friends did the walk around the reservoir. Thanks for watching.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Didn’t really get time to explore which was a shame. We did love Uppermill though, my fav mooring spot. Take care x

[@dizzylizzysunflower]

Never mind Paul..A touch of black paint and Morning Star will look like she’s new! Holmfirth is beautiful..all that part of Yorkshire is 😊. Take care lads and thank you for sharing 💙

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Soon had the boat looking almost new again. But waited until we had gone through the tunnel first. Thanks for watching xx

[@dizzylizzysunflower]

@@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked that’s brilliant..stay safe 💙

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

She has had a few more battle scars since lol. Will all be made good when we head back to the marina. This part of Yorkshire is stunning. Have a good weekend and take care ❤️

[@jennybailey6842]

It must have been upsetting scraping your boat. You both always keep it in such good condition. But don't be upset Paul, all the conditions were against you, and the damage can be repaired. xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

You are right Jenny. He has temporarily touched it up and will be fixed soon enough. How is the new mooring? X

[@jennybailey6842]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 🤣🤣🤣 I think you got me mixed up with someone else again Anthony! xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@jennybailey6842 lol. Sorry. Her name is Jenny though 😂 x

[@jennybailey6842]

You will have to call me something else 🤣x

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

😂 ❤️

[@juliaharris8751]

Wow! You had quite an eventful day. Whether boat or car, having a bit of a fender bender is enough to make anyone wince. Noone was hurt and the damage is easily fixed. Safe travels!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Julia our boat builder said he would rather have owners being out and using the boat, I guess that why we bought her 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Julia. You are so right. It is only paint. Was very eventful. We are on the move again today and the weather is stunning. Hope you are having a relaxing Sunday ❤️

[@annm6049]

Hello, great vlog, but there was something missing......sad face!! my birthday shout-out. But I can see you were otherwise distracted lol. Take care. Love and hugs xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww so sorry Ann. I think the prob is our vlogs are three weeks behind and so will have been filmed before your birthday. Hope you had a good one though. Take care ❤️ x

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Happy Birthday Ann. We need to do a live vlog and give you a shout out xx

[@annm6049]

@@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked Thank you, you are both forgiven lol xx

[@annm6049]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 no worries Anthony xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@annm6049 ❤️ x

[@diannedogwalker1268]

I thought Anthony looked so cheery setting out in his waterproofs on such a damp day. Great spirit! Paul had tricky conditions and fixed it. As long as you are both ok , safe and healthy that's the way! ❤️❤️❤️

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

He did look cheery, we waited all morning for the heavy rain to stop and didn't think we would make it to Diggle for the tunnel entrance, so happy that the rain eased off for a while. Have. great weekend xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Dianne. Don’t mind a bit of rain to be honest. Especially when we have such lovey surroundings. Hope you are having a good weekend ❤️ x

[@michaelpilling9659]

So sorry that Paul bumped the boat. I'm sure all will be well with Morning Star once she has a touch-up of paint applied. The weather was dreadful. It didn't dampen my enjoyment of the journey up to the tunnel entrance. The video was very exciting The ice cream may have helped - it looked delicious! Poor Dexter - he looked soaked through. I'm looking forward to going through the tunnel next week. In the meantime, stay safe and look after each other.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi Michael it really was horrific weather that week, which is a shame because it was such a nice place to be. We loved the walks, the river, woodlands and cafes . The paint didn’t look bad at all once I patched it up. Wait until you see next weeks vlog 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Michael. He hasn’t done a bad job of touching it up. It is only paint after all and no one was hurt. The rain was torrential and bless Dexter, he was well and truly soaked. Hope you are keeping well Michael. Love the cute cat pics. ❤️ x

[@davidwatkinson7552]

What a treat these vlogs are. We now have a much better understanding of what happens when a Minion involves itself in an episode of Last of the Summer Wine. :-)

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Ha thanks David so true it’s the minions fault 🤣 thanks for watching 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂. Thanks David. Have a good week ❤️

[@PNEKarl]

Wow, that was some rain. There also looked to be a flow in the flooded canal. Shame about the scratch. I'm looking forward to your journey through Standedge. Thanks for sharing.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Scratch is putting it mildly 🤣🤣 I agree though Karl. Standedge tunnel is amazing. Thanks for watching my friend 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Karl. It is just paint at the end of the day. Standedge was amazing (Dexter wouldn’t agree bless him) Have a good weekend ❤️

[@Smartgran]

Haaaay Wallace - I knew there was something about Paul's voice haha. Thank you both for replying to all your comments. You're such a nice couple, just like family sending back travel videos to those at home! I didn't like the narrow locks, a bit claustrophobic but narrow boats are built for slow impacts. Let Dexter drive next time haha.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Jan it’s nice getting all the comments and we love replying even if it does take a while day, just amazed people take the time to write or comment every week. Thanks for watching 💕🐕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Jan. Cracking cheese. 😂. I think Dexter would have done a better job. Those locks are tricky though and can feel a little claustrophobic. All good though and it is part of narrowboating and more importantly no one was hurt. Glad you are enjoying the vlogs. We try not to over edit and show both good and bad. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@jash6981]

Shame about the paintwork but no-one was hurt. Hope you have better weather this week.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww I know that is the main thing. Scratches can be fixed. Weather is glorious this week. Like being in the Med ❤️

[@stuartbrowning3074]

It’s always annoying when you damage something, that’s pristine. Putting it into perspective, I thought it didn’t look too bad, (particularly as the roof is reinforced at that point). Most importantly you both have a great sense of humour, which shone through the video! Hope you have a great weekend!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Stuart, our friends seemed quite shocked at the damage but like you said, it's a good place to take the brunt of the damage and easy to repair. Glad you enjoyed the vlog, have a great weekend 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thanks Stuart. After the heat of the moment we did reflect and no one was hurt and it is only paint. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@jacquelinesim9578]

My those locks look narrow!!! I love the way you two deal with flash points. Living so closely with one another and feeding 57’ of steel into what looks to be very narrow locks must take even more skill than it appears - and that’s a lot! And yet when things don’t go according to plan you don’t lose your rag, just a grumble, doubtless an apology and move on. It’s a good, kind recipe. Great vlog once more 😊

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

They can be Jacqueline. You have to get on to live in such a close space. On the whole, we try not to row. We do obviously have differing opinions as all couples I guess. Hope you had a lovely Easter ❤️

[@jacquelinesim9578]

@@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked I did thank you and you two too x

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

❤️

[@sheryld1957]

Awe. Poor Paul. That had to be so stressful. A bit of paint and it will be back to it's beautiful self. You have to go through those experiences to know what to do, but it sure does hurt. At least no injuries to you or Anthony and you made it to your mooring despite the weather's best attempt to stop you. Safe travels on.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Sheryl. He was trying to do several things at once and when steering that has to be your main focus but yep, it is just paint and we are all safe. We like to show the real side of our lives and that includes squabbles. All forgotten now though which is how it should be. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@juliehigham9180]

Love the rain - very atmospheric - always enjoy watching you on a Saturday evening! Thank you for sharing - dexter is such a good boy also

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It was great to watch but not that great to be cruising. Glad you enjoyed the vlog 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Julie. I love the rain too, especially when I can just sit and listen to it in front of a warm fire. Thank you for watching and take care ❤️

[@bryanmitchell1059]

We were holding our breath, that was tight, a real nail bitter. A touch up and the boat will look like new. Great team work. Take care, Bryan & Donna

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Glad it wasn’t just me. The paint looks fine but good job I left it until after Standedge tunnel. Have a great weekend you two 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks guys. It is much easier to touch up the black paintwork thankfully. It was a bit fierce in those locks. Hope you are both well. Take care ❤️

[@WifeofJim]

Don’t sweat the small stuff! Your roof is scuffed, but there’s no real damage done. Jim shouts at me when I get it wrong in locks and lock landings, but it’s often easier to see what’s going to go wrong when, like Anthony - and Jim - you’re not on the boat! Anyway, like you said, it’s a lesson learned. Looking forward to next week’s vlog xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

You are right Sheila. What Paul didn’t show was me trying to guide the boat and was told to let go. It is small stuff and only paint at the end of the day. Hope you guys are good? Take care ❤️

[@stevesrepairs5778]

Thanks for another great adventure in beautiful countryside, shame about the ding which could've happened to anybody in those conditions. It's great to see the three of you are doing well. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Stevie the damage is repaired and we have gotten over it. We enjoyed the day despite the damage. Have a great weekend 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Stevie. The first prang is always the worse but only paint and no one was hurt. Hope you are good. Have a great week and take care ❤️

[@johnh1855]

Now that was a wet cruise down the canal! Paul I know you just felt terrible after the bump on the bridge. Just thank goodness neither of you guys got hurt and it's a fixable situation. Anthony, congratulations on passing your studies!!! You guys stay safe and healthy. We are taking a long 4 day weekend for the Labor Day weekend. Looking forward to some nice downtime. Enjoy your time together and love to you two and give special hugs from Johann and Greta. XXX from your friends across the great pond. John and Dean

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi John and Dean it was only our second time cruising in the rain but we had to get to the tunnel otherwise we would have been waiting at least a week. It’s just one of those things and accidents happen, I think we should have bough an old beat up boat 🤣 Enjoy the Labour Day Weeknd. Love to you all 💕🐕

[@johnh1855]

Just glad you all are ok and no damage you either of you!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey guys. It was torrential. Poor Dexter ❤️. It is just paint and thankfully no one was injured. Thank you re my exams. So relieved I can’t begin to tell you. Have a lovely break. Love to you all and a snuggle for Greta and Johann xxx

[@NeverTwoLateOurJourney]

Whoops. I am dreading knocking ours. I’m sure once you’ve painted her she will like new again. Have a great week x

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi guys. It's just one of those things. Wait until you see next weeks vlog! Just glad we are still speaking 🤣🤣 Enjoy your weekend xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It is inevitable I guess and all part of the boating fun. It is paint at the end of the day and no one was hurt. The first time is always the most upsetting and then you just think oh well. Take care. ❤️

[@PhillPurnell]

Fantastic video guys, that rain was crazy!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Phill it never stopped that week, we were lucky it ease off that day. Thanks for watching 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Phill. It really was. Poor Dexter was soaked bless him ❤️

[@markrutter5996]

Oh dear Paul you are in the dog house. . never mind . . . accidents happen and no real harm done. Those locks look very menacing to me. It's another great vlog and good to see you both looking well. Dexter didn't seem to worried about the rain. Hope you are enjoying your weekend.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Mark. He was. Mainly because he doesn’t listen and concentrate but things happen and we are all good. Dexter is so laid back bless him, even the rain doesn’t phase him. We have had a lovely cruising day today (without incident). Have a great week and take care ❤️

[@BohemianBeatster]

You had everything going against you as you came into that lock. I don't think even a Viking war lord in his long boat couldn't of gotten into that lock without a little banging about. Big smile.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

This is what I tried to convey to Anthony but he was having none of it. It would happen to me. I found out that another boater did exactly the same that day. So didn't feel too bad about it. Thanks for watching 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Don’t encourage him 😂. It is all part of boating though I guess and all forgotten. Have a great weekend. ❤️

[@tirednsnarky9555]

I was worried Paul would be decapitated by that bridge if he didn't duck really low, it looked so close to the top of the narrowboat! That aside... watching the beautiful scenery in the rain tells me that if I were ever to move onto a narrowboat... I'd get nothing done, as I'd just be hibernating every time it rains! Take care all, and have a great week!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

I had rk get the frame for the cover down, plus the camera it was all too much going on at once, but a lesson learned. We do feel like hibernating when it’s cold and wet, once the fires lit it’s so cosy on the boat. Hope you are well 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Liquid sunshine 😂. It was quite low, even I would have to duck. Hope you are having a good weekend. Take care ❤️

[@kathpitman2202]

That was hard work chaps enjoyed watching from the comfort of the armchair keep going

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Kath next time you can help 😉 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol, thanks Kath. Probably the best place to have been 😂. Have a good week. ❤️

[@eirishemd]

Oh dear! It can definitely be repaired and be as good as new. Hugs!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Elaine. It can be. It is only paint. Guess the first proper bang of the boat is always the hardest to accept but we are all good. Take care and keep safe ❤️

[@ireneshortt984]

Thank you for sharing another lovely vlog. Paul you didn’t stand a chance under that bridge everything was against you. I do hope your neck is better . It looks like another stretch of beautiful canal that you are on.I look forward to next week’s tunnel adventure, particularly as it’s back to the day job for me this week 😒 so will be something for me to very much look forward to xx

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Irene glad you saw how difficult it was. My neck is feeling better thank you. It really has been a beautiful canal, challenging in places but so worth it. Good luck with the job and thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww no Irene. Can’t believe you are back so soon. That has gone quickly. Bangs are inevitable I guess the first one is always the worse. The canals are beautiful and just keep getting better. Hope you are having a nice relax before next week. Take care ❤️

[@christineday1033]

Hi Paul and Anthony anothet great vlog warts and all. That was a wet day for cruising, but when you are booked in you have to go, but it makes you appreciate it when it stops l☺️ Shame about the bump you got along the way, sometimes it's all against you,, the only boats that don't have scratches and scrapes are the ones that never leave the Marina, a bit of paint works wonders. Enjoy the rest of your weekend, ❤️xx

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi Christine glad you enjoyed the vlog. That week it never seemed to stop raining and so thankful that it brightened up the afternoon we had to travel. Thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Christine, it was torrential lol. You are right though, only boats that don’t travel remain pristine and we always intended exploring our beautiful canal network. Hope you are having a good weekend. Take care ❤️

[@jimyoung194620]

What an awful feeling to do that. I can't imagine steering something that long! Lovely filming again. I'm really looking forward to the tunnel.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Robin sometimes difficult to judge the distance especially under dark bridges but lesson learned, slow down. Thanks for watching 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Robin. Aww it can be difficult at times and it is only paint I guess. Glad you enjoyed the vlog. Take care ❤️

[@billabongoneill]

All experienced narrow boat owners have had regrettable scrapes and knocks it maybe the first but it definitely won’t be the last, just patch it up and live on, tomorrow is another day,great videos guys.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

You are right and that, after reflection, is how we feel. Few more battle scars were inevitable had through the tunnel. But was a great experience. Have a great week. ❤️

[@carolynabramo7108]

Sorry for being so far behind in viewing. Going to catch up tonight. Loved this vlog. Sorry about the damage. On to the next vlog. xo

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks for watching and catching up Carolyn 💕

[@Michael_Sheldon]

Just last night I read an article about how in Japan, broken objects are often repaired with gold because the flaw is seen as a unique piece of the object’s history, which adds to it’s beauty. I’m not suggesting you cover Morning Star’s scrapes in gold, but you get the point. Sending commiserations and appreciation from Los Angeles to you all! 💪😘🐶

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww I like that concept Michael. What a great way of looking at things. All good though now and it is only paint at the end of the day. Hope you are well. Enjoy Labour day. Take care ❤️

[@sherrie-deejenkins6504]

Excellent video. Very exciting. Please stay safe.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you and thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Sherrie-Dee. Thankfully no one was hurt and all is good aboard Morning Star. Take care and stay safe ❤️

[@walkingaroundthemidlands7190]

Hi guys just love the front camera on the bow of the boat you get an idea how dangerous the locks can be. Paul I feel for you mate I bet it was sickening to scrape the boat but at least you can touch it up. Stay safe you three 👍

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Glad you like it, me too, I got tired of filing and editing time lapse shots and much prefer this method. Thanks for watching 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Mat. I think people do get complacent and forget how dangerous they can be. All good though and scapes can be fixed, just pleased no one was hurt. Glad you like the bow camera. I like that sort of thing, feels immersive, similar to Dexter cam I think. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@donkinsafety9162]

Paul just seen vlog warts and all. Chaulk the event up to the learning curve, done the same my self. I have sailed yachts all my life with a transatlantic crossing under my belt. Narrowboats are a new experance and I have learnt they are meant to bump along. If you ever have doubt back out and start again. Keep smiling your doing great. 😇 🏴‍☠️

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks for watching. We like to show the good and bad days of narrow-boating. Don’t think this was our best day but by the end of the day meeting up with friends making it to our destination and having ice cream it was all worth it. Thanks for watching and your kind comments 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you. You are right, it is only paint and no one was hurt. Just feels a bit painful at the time. Lol. Yachting sounds amazing. We try and show the good and bad of our narrowboat life as we like to think it is a real reflection. Hope you are enjoying it too. Take care ❤️

[@jessiahstalbird9882]

Hello Paul & Anthony. Life is full of bumps and scrapes along the way, as you both know. Just thinks of the many bumps and scrapes your cars have gotten in some parking lot when you weren't there. I've had many a nick and scrape on my cars through the years, none of which were my fault. So gentleman, just consider it a lesson learned. Thanks for keeping it real, because you could've edited it out and we would have never known. Thanks for the Video, and I will see you both next week. Much Respect Jessiah

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you so much, it’s all a distant memory now like any accident and actually you can hardly see anything now it’s painted. It’s a bit like the first time you scratch a new car I guess. Thank you so much for watching 👍🐕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Jessiah (what a lovely name). Aww it was the heat of the moment and you are so right, in perspective it is just paint and no one was hurt. Glad you are enjoying our vlogs and we do try to make them as we feel they happen. Have a great week and take care ❤️

[@juliasilkwood8162]

I think we had a better view with the front camera than you did from the back. Lots of fun riding along into the locks. Thanks again guys.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Julia I do like the bow camera myself. We will mix it up a bit although the Mount for the camera fell off the other day, I was lucky I didn’t lose the camera. Thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol, I think Paul could do with a visual from the from 😂. All good though. Thanks for coming along with us. Enjoy you week. ❤️

[@kathyrapiejko6318]

Morning (here!) Guys! So sorry you sustained damage, but at least it was not too bad... Those locks are SO narrow! Best of all, you two are still getting along! Enjoy your weekend! (It's Labor Day Weekend here in the U.S. - our last big 3 day holiday of the year!) Take care guys & keep living your dreams! xx ❤❤ Big hug for sweet Dexter! ❤🐾

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Kathy. It is all good now thanks and yeah we want to show good and bad and all couples have spats. I believe so re labour day. Hope you are having a good holiday period and doing something nice. Take care of yourself and stay safe ❤️

[@James-h3r8l]

Hi Guys!.....well earned ice creams! I don't know how you escape more damage to the boat, those locks are very narrow. Like you said its only cosmetic and will be ok after a lick of paint. Hope Anthony wasn't too cross with you Paul....have a great week!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi James definitely well earned ice creams. The damage was soon fixed and we enjoyed the week. Thanks for watching 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol, James, can’t stay too cross for long. Was more cross because he wasn’t paying attention and trying to do other things and when steering, that is where your attention should be and then if he had hit something, that is because it is unavoidable but we don’t stay mad with each other for long and it is just paint and neither of us were hurt. Hope you and Max have had a good weekend. Take care ❤️

[@AvaT42]

I gave a chuckle when I just read the title in the posting 😂 interested to watch this. oh dear. Lol

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Sonia. Luckily it is only paint and no one was hurt and that is the most important thing. All forgotten now. Lol. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@pamelasmith9784]

Don't sweet the small stuff nobody was hurt phew accident s happen made a great vlog so sliver liner 😂😂 have a good week guys 💕💕💕

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Pamela we didn’t let it spoil the day and soon got back to enjoying our travels. Enjoy your weekend 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Thanks Pamela. You are right I think the hardest to accept is that first major scratch and we have had some battle scars since that didn’t seem as bad. Glad you enjoyed the vlog and there is always a positive spin to find with everything 😂. Have a great week. Take care ❤️

[@janescarisbrick6986]

An eventful trip but everyone is okay and the boat will be fine. Enjoyed spending some time watching you and it helps ease my stress x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Jane and thanks for coming along with us. Yeah all good and boat has been touched up 👍. Have a good week and take care ❤️

[@johnmcgrath3155]

Excuse me!! I’m not a old lady thank you 😂. Matt did nearly kill me by accidentally pulling out onto a main duel carriageway. Great vlog as always and I do think Anthony’s signing is getting better. You’ll have to record a full rendition of Kylie or the Rocky horror show after a few glasses of 19 crimes 😁😂 xx

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Matt made me say it 🤣🤣 I was just trying to diffuse the situation ha I could tell you were stressed. We were so happy to see you though, hope you enjoyed the day xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂. You tell him John. I reckon I could pull the singing off 😂. Hope to catch up with you guys soon. X

[@judiehenderson8904]

It's sickening when you do things like this, we done the same coming through tunnel at Ellesmere we had just had a full paint job I couldn't eat for days until it was right. At the end of the day it's a boat and it will get knocked. I'm sure you've got it back to its beautiful standard enjoy your sail 😀

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It did look a lot worse because of the rain and the amount of dust from the brick, but you can’t tell at all now. I guess boats are made for boating after all 🤣 thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Judie you are so right. It is just paint and no one was hurt. How terrible you had just had the paint job. That would have upset me. Hope you are ab ing a good weekend. Take care ❤️

[@onefunnyoldman]

Sounds like its all about nerves Paul, you've got a trapped one and your getting on Anthony's :) Be nice to each other everyday is all about life's lessons. Best wishes

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

So true Martin we never go to bed on an argument and we enjoyed the day overall. Thanks for watching 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. That about summed that day up Martin but yeah, all part of life and every couple have their spats. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@debbiemcelroy8393]

Morning guys! Wow those locks were narrow. Great footage, clearly showing how tricky and frustrating narrowboating can get! So hard to bear when, despite our best efforts in the moment, sometimes things go wrong...and arguments can follow! The saying "least said, soonest mended" is all well and good but boy that's hard when frustrations and emotions are running high, isn't it! Bet you soon made up and had the roof looking pristine again! Have a good week. Debs xxx 💕

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Debbie glad you enjoyed the vlog. The locks were very narrow but we have enjoyed the challenge. I love that saying and will remember that one. All was forgotten after a good meal, good company and an ice cream. 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Debs. It can be tricky and yeah tempers can run high and we want to show the true narrowboating life. We don’t stay mad for long and no one was hurt which is the main thing. Hope you are having a good weekend. Take care ❤️

[@maureenhumphreys4998]

Great vlog as always. I could not stop laughing you 2 sounded just like me and hubby and you both saw the funny side as well. The rain looked awful I am glad it cheered up towards the end and a treat to meet up with friends. We are off on our own adventure this week meeting up with friends in Wales. Keep safe give Dexter a big hug. Mo & Haribo xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Mo. It is reassuring to know other couples bicker. We want to show the good and bad of narrowboating and hope that the vlog reflected that. Aww I love Wales. Spent many summers there as my grandad lived in North Wales. Love to you and Haribo. Take care ❤️ 🐾

[@cpelofske]

Ouch! Nothing lasts forever and the best news is that no one was injured. All else can be repaired. Take a deep breath and have a nice warm cup of tea. Tomorrow is another day.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi Christine it’s all a distant memory for us now and we have fixed the damage. It was such a big deal at the time but no one died and we have realised it was just one of those things 😊 have a lovely week 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Large glass of wine Christine lol. No one was hurt thankfully and it doesn’t look bad after a touch up of paint. It means it is being used which is how it is meant to be. Take care ❤️

[@billsfotos1948]

Ime sure if you use your "Magic" on paintwork all will be good and Anthony once again a happy bunny :-) Enjoyed the vlog

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Bill it shows we are using the boat, it can’t look brand new forever. It’s surprising how well the new paint hid the damage. Thanks for watching 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. I am still waiting Bill. 😂. Only paint at the end of the day and no one was hurt. Have a good weekend ❤️

[@amandabrown3946]

Love your vlogs,and when you have a bicker at each other.funny,find your vlogs Comforting.keep going lads.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Amanda. Bicker on a Bickerstaffe 😂. We always forgive each other though. Wouldn’t be without Paul. ❤️. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️ x

[@marksaunders4149]

Now what was it Paul….Brambles…Hawthorn…thistles and thorns ! Lol. It was just a bush. You did great in a bad position. Loved the vlog but wow lots of rainfall where you are

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It was everything Mark, it’s a shame we couldn’t have the camera on the roof for obvious reasons but that would have conveyed how overgrown it was. Glad you enjoyed 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Mark. Your idea of doing great is very different from mine 😂. He has a catalogue of excuses. The rain was torrential. We were both soaked to the skin and poor Dexter. Bless him. Hope you enjoy the week ahead. Take care ❤️

[@fp30e]

Paul, Anthony, Wow that first lock was a tricky one. I was not worried about the over hanging tree, but the heavy flow of water scared me. I think with Paul's natural instincts he ducked the over hanging vegetation. I thought here we go, the boat will be pushed one way or the other (not thinking about the tree). Your experience will have been an education for other boaters, as it was a scenario that probably will not happen again. All factors were against Paul. A tricky one, but well done to Paul for controlling things, as it could have been much worse with that strong flow of water. I had to laugh at Anthony then shouting at Paul. I love it when you two banter. A great Vlog. Thank you as always. Take care.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

I was worried this video was too honest but I just want to let people see the real us. I don’t think I could have avoided the bridge with everything that was going on. I felt better when another boater said they had done exactly the same 😀

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you. I guess the first scape is always the worse. He did admit he was trying to do other things when he crashed which is why I was a little more annoyed than I normally would have been. No one was hurt though and that is the main thing and paint can be repaired. Hope you are good. Enjoy the week ahead. Take care ❤️

[@colinwoodward2174]

We will play damage trumps when we get back! Great vlog xx Debbie

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

🤣. I hope Mandella doesn’t win when they go through Standedge 😂. X

[@NarrowboatMark]

Hi guys unless you want to have a proper accident stop swinging the windlass if it hits your kneecap you will be in hospital. Paul you're coming out with some great excuses I must remember them love to you both safe cruising and Dexter

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Marika. I know, it is such a bad habit 😬. He is full of them (and excuses 😂) Write them down, someone will believe them 😂. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@alannorman1773]

Beautiful even on a miserable day. Hope you’ve not in trouble still:-)

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

We enjoyed the day even with the scrape and soon had it repaired. Glad you enjoyed it Alan. Thanks for watching 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. No Alan, he isn’t. I can’t hold grudges or stay mad for long. It was lovely along that stretch despite the rain. Take care ❤️

[@shaunbc9279]

How cool is that birth under the roof of that building, I suppose it was a Wharfe for loading and unloading in the past.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It is a cool place, I. Relive that boat was taking in water and that’s why they were under cover. It was for loading and unloading in the past 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It was Shaun. Some amazing sites along the canals. Especially the ones with strong industrial links. Love the old Mills. Have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@hellyavard8552]

Shame about the accident but like you said Paul once you touch up the paint it won’t show! Looking forward to going through the tunnel! That ice cream looked delicious

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Really can’t see the damage now it’s been painted. The ice cream was delicious. Thanks for watching Helly 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Tunnel was amazing Helly. You will love it. Have a good weekend ❤️

[@chrishibbard6488]

Now where did i put those 'L' plates.....lol. What terrible weather to be boating. More like being inside with a lovely fire. Have a great weekend and hope the rain stops long enough for Paul to get the paint out ! ....take care and stay safe....chris

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Chris. We were soaked to our underwear. Weather today is beautiful though and no need for that fire 👍. Hope you are having a good weekend. Take care ❤️

[@TheFilwud]

"You're going to hit the back", "You're going too fast", "You're getting near the front gate!" I would have modified Andy's nose! you have the patience of a saint! I always find it much easier to rest against the top gate when going up, then after the lock is about half full, just idle in reverse to pull the bow back from anything on the gate which might catch, uses much less fuel. Oops! nasty scratch in your new boat! Entertaining little video.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

He really hasn’t! What he edited out was him shouting at me to let go of the boat despite I could see it about to hit. 😂. All good now though. ❤️

[@TheFilwud]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Glad to see it went okay eventually!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@TheFilwud lol thank you. We don’t stay mad for long 😄

[@sunswifttan2346]

Hi Paul and Anthony - the wet days are relentless on you and Dexter. But you all have the brilliance to keep calm and carry on. Stay warm during such days and replenish your burnt calories with comfort foods like ice cream😂😅. I bet you have to hold your breath couple of seconds to process the rub the boat’s roof had while going under Bridge 70. I guess it is expected to have knocks and scratches sooner or later. Most importantly you both and Dexter are safe and healthy. Looking forward to your next vlog crossing the long tunnel.🥂🍻🥂🍻

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey. It really was torrential but it is all part of boating life. We had some roaring fires. We are having a little too much comfort food at the moment 😂. I guess in perspective paint is just paint and no one was hurt so all good. Hope you are keeping well. Take care ❤️

[@yellowrosek2146]

Gosh guys I seemed to hold my breath through out this video. Between, bywash, paddles, cills, fenders, scratches, narrow locks etc I'm exhausted!! Be gentle on Paul Ant, he's still got a bit to learn. Another great video. Cheers P.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you. Aww was just cross because he was too busy messing with Luther things and not concentrating. It is only paint at the end of the day and no one was hurt. It was a challenging stretch though. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@lorrainemitchell1424]

Oh dear, never mind as someone else said it's only metal and nobody was hurt but I feel your pain. I managed to scrape my little car reversing on to our drive, Goodness knows what a 55ft narrowboat would look like if it was left to me :)

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It did bring back memories of scraping or bumping a car, it’s all part of the journey I guess and at least no one was hurt. Hope you car is sorted 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Thankfully no one was hurt, only Paul’s pride. Ouch re your car. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@gillgregory6327]

Ouch! That scrape looked nasty but it’s at least on the black which will be easier to repaint than the turquoise! Brave to take on Standege, hope there’s no more scrapes! Xx

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Gill, yeah it was probably the best place to scrape the boat, we have lots of back paint and it’s easier to cover up the damage. Just wait until next weeks adventure 😊 xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Oh Gill, there were battle scars on the boat but it is just paint. Glad no one was hurt. Hope you are good ❤️

[@jillipepper5353]

Oh no! The first damage to a new car hurts, I can’t imagine how much more it did with your boat....but no one got hurt, everyone is ok and a little paint will cover it up. At least it’s more sturdy than plastic cars are these days. 👍🏻. What a yucky rainy day to have to cruise🥺. Rainy days make me want to curl up with a good book and I crave a fire but no fireplace here. I put on a pot of soup, and let it simmer away all afternoon, might even fit a nap in. Going out and getting soaked is not my favourite thing. Take care, stay safe and well.🙋🏼

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Jillipepper, good to hear from you. It is that first prang that is always bad. But you are right, it is only paint and no one was hurt. I don’t mind the rain too much but that was torrential lol. I am with you a nice fire and some soup sounds perfect. Hope you are keeping well. Take care ❤️

[@dorothydotson7154]

It happens. It's always going to happen and I know it's a horrible feeling when it does. Paul, the circumstances were really against you. The wash seemed to be pushing you really hard into the wall and the other problems didn't help either. (That sound was horrific.) Having fixed the scrape I'm sure you both feel better. Glad it looked worse than it was. You mentioned that someone thought that some of the locks scary. I definitely do if they are deep. I have a phobia about being trapped and some are so deep. Some don't seem to have a ladder! I know the chances of both gates failing at one time is not likely, but phobias don't operate on reason. And then there are the long dark tunnels... 😲 Great vlog! 💗

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Dorothy for your kind comments. I suppose accidents will happen as we have to put them into perspective. No one was hurt and the damage is fixable. It’s all a distant memory now. You do get used to the locks and we actually quite enjoy them now we have done so many. Some of the mods we are on now felt really strange at first very wide, shallow and not very long. Thanks for watching xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Dorothy. It was bound to happen sooner or later and I guess I am glad I wasn’t at the tiller (I would have got the same response Paul did from me 😂) It is just paint though and no one was hurt. Those locks are narrow and deep and I get why some people would like it. I don’t think you would enjoy Standedge from what you say. Have a good week and take care ❤️

[@dorothydotson7154]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 I would hope if I ever got to come to England and have a narrowboat that maybe I could get some of my fears under better control. None of that is going to happen in this lifetime so I won't worry about it too much. Oh, yes, it was going to happen eventually. That first damage always happens (for most people it's a car) and it's the worst feeling. Poor Paul. I hope it doesn't put him off taking the tiller. 😏 Have a great week. 💗

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@dorothydotson7154 aww he is ok. Not put off at all. We all need to just get back in the saddle so to speak. ❤️

[@dorothydotson7154]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Good. Glad hear Paul hasn't been put off that "job'. 😊

[@kaths3990]

Oh well, you will sort the issue and you are both ok. Accidents happen: it’s life. Take care, both of you. 💜

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It was no biggy Kath and we soon got back to being ourselves and enjoyed the day. Thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Kath you are right. After calming down and reflecting, no one was hurt and paint can be touched up. Have a good week. ❤️ x

[@cathygheen8372]

Accident definitely happen! One winter my husband was out of town and I needed to move two cars around. Blowing snow and ice. Moved one car, put it in park, went to drive other car around it. Car popped out of gear, rolled backwards into the side of our nicely restored 1970 Chrysler Imperial! My husband was so supportive. Apparently their was an issue with the one car that I did not know about. Several thousand dollars later (mostly covered by insurance) you could not tell it had been damaged. At least your’s did not incur as much damage!! And everyone was all right. Accidents do happen.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Ouch Cathy that makes our accident seem like a scratch. Glad no one was hurt moving your cars. It was definitely one of those things that seemed like a big deal at the time but once repaired we moved on. Thanks for watching 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Ouch Cathy! Accidents do happen. What Paul didn’t say is he was trying to do other things whilst steering. All good now though and thankfully no where near the damage as your Chrysler 😬. Have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@carolsmith707]

A day to remember but these things happen. A least the rain eased a little and ice cream at the end.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It was certainly eventful that week. Glad to get to Marsden through the tunnel. The I’ve cream was worth it xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Everything is made better with icecream Carol. ❤️

[@bill6461]

Good to see you both manage to get to the tunnel in a decent mood!. Could see Anthony was not a happy bunny on the side of the canal at the locks. Perhaps he had better navigate the boat when the lock situation is a bit dodgy. Not calling you Paul - as if I would - but it looked a bit narrow and overgrown. Get the T-cut out on the paint and black the roof ridges and all will be fine. Pity there is not a strip of wood to protect the roof edges. Situation was like me working with my brothers , hell one minute then best of friends!! Good scenery considering the weather, but that's England for you. Dexter wet through but has a good coat so he looked ok. Safe trip through the tunnel and you might need the touch up paint again at the other end so don't put it away yet😉 Have a great week.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Bill it certainly was overgrown, it was difficult to see how overgrown on the bow camera looking up but the wi-fi stand for knocked down and I tried to do too many thangs at once. Wait until you see next weeks vlog 😆 we enjoyed the day even with the falling out 😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Bill. Can’t stay mad for too long. Paul cleverly edited out where I was trying to guide the boat and he shouted at me to stop pushing it 😂. All good now though and that, I guess is what relationships are about. It is only paint and no one was hurt. You are brave, I definitely couldn’t work with my brothers 😂. There were a few battle scars from the tunnel but we will make them good back at the marina over winter. Have a great week. ❤️

[@bill6461]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Just touch up the bare metal parts to stop the rust temporarily . As the boat is new it makes one feel worse if you catch it. Similar to a new car - annoying dents etc. You're both well matched so that helps in a relationship. Are you heading back to the Rufford marina later in the year? Take care the three of you and have a good week.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@bill6461 hey Bill. Yeah he has already patched it up and the dent through the tunnel. Yeah heading back to the marina. Have to be back by the end Oct as the Rufford branch has a few closures. May be the last year we go into a marina though. ❤️

[@bill6461]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Hopefully get to see you all.

[@pspls3285]

I love Last of the Summer Wine! Peter Sallis as Norman Cleg, or as later years Howard always said “Cleggy” Now I’m gonna have to start listening to see if you sound like him haha. Personally I’ve never thought that, but …I can’t hear too well 🤔🙂

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Paul definitely does sound like Wallace 😂 and Dexter’s mannerisms are just like Grommit too. Such a beautiful part of the world here. Take care ❤️

[@boufontleflamingoetta8433]

I hope your neck sorts itself out soon. Too bad about the scratch. I hope it’s not noticeable after you touch it up. Keep up the great work! Portland, Oregon, USA.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you, my neck Is getting better and thanks for watching. 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you, the scratch isn’t too bad. Hope you are having a good weekend. X

[@kevinwheatley1097]

Anthony I feel your pain. I'd have been inconsolable. Did you get to Crick show last month? It was amazing that our boat builder Oakums was voted favourite boat in show. 9 month till build for us.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi Kevin, it’s all part of the adventure. We did get to Crick and we loved the Oakum boat, nice fellas too. Hope you will love your boat as much as we love ours, scrapes and all 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Kevin. I was gutted but at the end of the day it is only paint. We did get to go to Crick (only for one day) but we had a ball. We did get to see Oakums and we loved them. You must be really excited. Ant ❤️

[@sallyu1]

We've just caught up with your vlogs after spending a holiday in the UK from our home in Fuerteventura. I hope you didn't touch up your paintwork before you went through the tunnel. I've heard it's low and narrow.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

We thought it best to wait until we were through the tunnel. Good job as you will see in next weeks vlog 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Sally. Loved Fuertaventura when we went. Thanks for watching the vlogs. Hope you enjoyed your time in the U.K.. take care ❤️ x

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

Great vlog. Remember as tim and pru say it’s a contact sport. 😂. Seriously I guess being a new boat any mark does show. On another note perhaps Anthony could sing your intro music for the vlogs …… ? Stay safe guys. I’d dread the monotony of a 3.5 mile long tunnel. I’d have to get autopilot fitted and go watch a film 🤪. ❤️

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It certainly is a contact sport and at least it want a boat hitting us. Anthony doesn’t know about the singing yet but I enjoyed it 🤣. I think a film as you go through the tunnel would be a great idea 💕🐕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. What have the viewers done to deserve my singing 😂. All forgotten now and paint can be repaired. I stayed in with Dexter as he hates tunnels bless him. Few more battle scars were had along the way but all part of boating as you say. Take care ❤️

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 I still saying a new singing intro is needed tho. ❤️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501 😂🤣

[@ajvickerman43]

Great vlog. As you say accidents happen and its only superficial. I quite like the rain and I used to love the sound of it on the narrow boat roof ( when we had one ) The mud I don't like especially with a dog. What kind of flooring do you have?

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you, it’s one of the things we have learned to accept on a Narrowboat, no good stressing about it. I love the rain when you are inside the boat and the fire lit. We have part carpet and part Lino flooring 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you. I love listening to the rain too. Defo not a fan of the mud lol. We have Lino in the galley and because we have a covered cruiser stern we can dry Dexter’s paws before he goes in so not too bad. Have a good weekend. X

[@waynewaring]

Wow, nightmare! It sounded horrible when the boat scrapped under the bridge. Will you show us the repair in a future vlog? All the best guys, have great weekend 😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

I am not sure you can call it a repair Wayne! 😂 and I thought Paul was an expert with a paint brush. 😂. It did sound bad and bits of rubble in the rope guides too! He is forgiven though. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️

[@waynewaring]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 it sounded a lot worse than it was, thank goodness. We are good thanks. Loving your vlogs 😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@waynewaring cheers pal. 👍

[@MrOVERANOUT]

Oops! My theory is that it rained so hard just before you set off, it raised the canal level by two inches. You would have gone through unscathed otherwise. I wouldn't bother touching up the paintwork until after Standedge Tunnel. You may well do it again.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Hi Harry it was good Tom hear the boat who came behind us said they did exactly the same at that low bridge so it probably was the water levels. We waited until after the tunnel before doing any repairs. Thanks for watching. Hope you are well 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

He did do it again Harry! But I guess it is only paint. Eggs were delish thank you. Hope you have a good weekend: take care ❤️

[@marvelkocay4974]

Just patch it up, paint it and nobody will know the difference. Your boat now has character. Many more touches will happen in the future and you will forget about this bump. Great vlog.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you. I did wait until we got through the tunnel before repairing the damage, but it’s surprising how well it has hidden. I did put primer on first 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Marvel. It is just paint. Proves we are getting some good use out of it. Hope you are good ❤️

[@jayoneill1533]

As with a new car the first scratch is always the hardest… Fortunately, Paul is a genius with a paint brush however it may take Anthony a few weeks before he relinquishes the helm again!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. I guess mistakes happen Jay, was more annoyed as he admires he was doing other stuff rather than concentrating. But it is only paint at the end of the day and it was a bit of a shock but all good now 😃. He may get to have another go at the tiller in the future 😂. Take care ❤️

[@elainepaterson5310]

I shall cheer when you hit 10,000 subs!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Elaine us too 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you Elaine. Us too ❤️

[@munster.8978]

Antonys thinking more bank shifts to pay for respray 😂 😂 😂

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

🤣 luckily we didn’t need a re spray just a bit out touch up with the paint. Wait until you see next weeks vlog. Thanks for watching 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂. You got it. Thankfully Paul has touched the paint and isn’t too bad now. Take care ❤️

[@mortenhjornevik2850]

Rain and grey weather every week….you need to move to Norway. Your vlogs are sunny and fun though.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Morten it was lovely and sunny the day we met through Standedge ha

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Morten. Glorious sunshine today 😁. Have a good weekend and look after yourself ❤️

[@sarabaldeschwieler7763]

Anthony seems to be a really lovely guy, but i definitely wouldn't have found it helpful to have him walking along side the boat shouting "you're going to hit" every 30 seconds! Also, Paul seemed to be going a bit fast... Glad the damage done is easily fixed and you got ice creams after the adventure. Even in the rain it looked lovely up there in Yorkshire. Looking forward to the next one.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

I suppose no one is perfect and everyone reacts differently, to be fair to Anthony he had given me plenty of warning but thanks for your support 💕😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Aww thank you Sara. I was initially trying to guide the boat away but Paul told me to stop touching it (which he failed to show lol) so my reaction seemed a bit OTT but that is why. I do keep telling Paul to slow but we have reflected and it is paint at the end of the day and neither of us were hurt. We try and show the real side of our lives without over production of the vlogs and I guess that includes the occasional spat. All harmonious now aboard Morning Star. Hope you have a good week. Take care ❤️

[@sarabaldeschwieler7763]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 the thing is I’d be just like you were; trying to help I know! The fact that you could not only joke about it but show it on the vlog speaks volumes for the power of your relationship. It’s a rare and wonderful thing.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@sarabaldeschwieler7763 thank you Sara. ❤️

[@bivers4399]

It’s a contact sport as someone once told me, we all have our battle scars to look at and remind us of our worse moments.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

It definitely is and even our boat builder says he prefers our boats to be out and being used with scars to prove it 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lee you are so right. It is a reminder that we have been to some great places with some amazing experiences. Fingers crossed for minimal collateral through the tunnel 😬. Have a great week and take care ❤️

[@mikeholdaway2412]

Life is life , I know how you feel just found a small dent in my wife's new car😲 when I washed it yesterday. 🍷😃

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

You are right Mike you sometimes have to take a step back and realise it’s not the end of the world and if anything it means we are using the boat for want it was designed for 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It is Mike and I am sure there will be many more battle scars to come. The first is always the worse to accept I guess. Ouch re your wife’s car. Have a good week. Take care both of you ❤️

[@jaynecopland]

Poor you! I could tell How shattered you were! It’s never so bad, it couldn’t be worse. Now that she has her first scratch, that’ll be it for a bit!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

We soon got over it and see the scars as mementos of our adventures 👍

[@KatelynsAdventures707]

My motto is always keep out of domestics 😁😁😁 ooooooo hopefully easily fixed. 💜💜🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂. I was annoyed because he wasn’t paying attention. I know boats get bashed. It is only paint though. Have a great week ❤️

[@katej3z715]

I think it was just the water level and how the current was moving across to the left. It looked like it was pushing you into that side, where the height was less. It is just one of those things.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Catherine. Thanks for watching and that’s what I told Anthony xx

[@kawakamib003]

Getting scratches is part of narrowboat life. 😊. Hope your neck feels better. Maybe ask Anthony to give you a neck massage. 😊

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Blake we aren’t usually that bothered but it was just one of those days. I think someone was over tired 🤣 it wasn’t me 😉 I will ask 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol, That fay I would happily have given him a neck massage Blake 😂. All good though and yep, all part of narrowboating. Hope you are good. Take care ❤️