New Desk Set-Up and Tour!!

[@itslobyslife]

I love how Ruby's Mum is involved with Ruby's KZbin~😊😊😊

[@RubyGranger8]

She’s honestly such a good sport! I’m so grateful for her ♥️

[@dandez3126]

@@RubyGranger8 🤒

[@WhiteOwl125]

Love it too ❤❤

[@PlanetImo]

Me too! :)

[@dandez3126]

@@PlanetImo are you racist

[@shegoesnorth9143]

please use this as the "love the new catchphrase" button - I'm definitely ready to have more than just a productive week! Love the mindset you have developed over the last few years and I think this represents it very well :) Thanks Ruby :) Love the desk!

[@_C____]

Yeah, the catchphrase is great! Also, I would love a video qhere Ruby explains the way she wants to see productivity in more detail

[@shegoesnorth9143]

@@_C____ agreed!

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

Rubys catchphrase is "the chickens are going in for the night" remember

[@_C____]

@@thenoobalmighty8790 nooo, what's that??

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

@@_C____ from another recent video

[@mariabravo3718]

I really loved the interactions you had with your mom in this video. 🥺

[@RubyGranger8]

That’s actually really nice to hear because I was trying out something new 🥰

[@Me-ov4qk]

​@@RubyGranger8 You can really feel that and although I already loved your previous videos a lot it feels even more natural and insightful like this 🥰❤️

[@itsBipsWorld]

The end was pure gold! Love you and your mum's dynamic.

[@RubyGranger8]

♥️♥️♥️

[@sariahcheadle9909]

As a person with a chronic illness, who used to be able to FILL their days with "productivity" I would really love that new catch phrase. When I first started watching your videos almost a year ago, that outro really threw me off. The more I watched, I could see what you meant by it, just as you explained it here, but I did struggle with it at first. Because I've struggled to not berate myself for not being as productive as I want to be, I couldn't help but feel judgement in that line. And I've learned there is gentleness, grace, and goodness in slowness and I'm learning to find meaning in it rather than searching for an outward productivity that society would prefer me to reach. So thanks for being mindful of it!

[@NicolesLifexox]

feeling so nostalgic. I started watching you when i was going into my first year of university, and so were you! my degree was five years (I’m finishing next month!) You have no idea how much you’ve shaped my university life. the most influential impact you’ve had on me is teaching me to appreciate the small, simple, little things. I’ve struggled so much in with test anxiety and you have given me an unbelievable amount of comfort, you are one of those people on social media that I feel so productive after watching - I just haven’t realized how much i appreciate you. I seriously hope your life is happy and fulfilled, I know we only see a part of it here, but thank you so much for showing us this part of yourself. You are so special❤️ 💓

[@golnazzziiii7125]

Ruby I recently read a new book that I loved and couldn't help but think to myself Ruby would probably love this as well. It's The Little Shop of Found Things by Paula Brackston. it's about a girl who moves to a small town in Wiltshire and opens an antique shop with her mother, and travels to the 17th century through an antique object.

[@RubyGranger8]

Oh that sounds lovely! Thank you for the recommendation :) x

[@Anne-id2zt]

Got to add a recommendation. It's a completely different topic, it's from a young naturalist about how he experiences nature and how it's connected to his mental health. It's called Young Naturalist by Dara McAnulty. It just really makes you love nature even more and focus on recharging in it, and the poetry is thought-provoking. It's just great and beautifully written.

[@WhiteOwl125]

Now I'm going to read it too 🤩

[@shabananaeem1917]

Nice 👍👍

[@Luumus]

Ohh that sounds like my sort of book, thanks for sharing!

[@harryjamessmithmusic7762]

"Have more than just a productive week!". I like that. You too. You know, that could mean a lot of different things, so I like it!

[@isabellasantiago6473]

I genuinely smiled when you were talking with your mom at the end of the video, you two seem so lovely ❤

[@eknutsson510]

Oh! Ruby i have a tip for your drawers! Rubb a canleatick on the drawer and the wood-piece where the drawer rests. It will make them glide smooooooth! Sorry for my bad english, i’m från Sweden

[@hollyc4624]

Your father taught you well. That new desk came out beautifully. When you first showed it I was immediately drawn to the drawer handles being so perfect! I love that you think so too. Absolutely a perfect fit for your needs and space. Great organization too. And your interaction with Mum at the end is brilliant. ❤😊

[@AvecPoesie]

I recently acquired the Desk and hutch that had been my dream to own since I was a young girl. My Mother and Father, God rest their Souls, could not at the time afford to provide it for me and they did what they could. I found my antique Henry Link desk and hutch on Etsy😢 writing there and organizing my Journals, books, and stationery items upon it has been the fulfillment of years of yearning. For a writer and and introvert, my desk is where I feel most at-ease and at Peace. Your desk is lovely, Ruby. Thank you for sharing this insight into your utterly inspiring and intriguing world. ✒

[@neverland3307]

we're saying goodbye to your iconic old desk deff brings back a lot of memories still really excited for your new desk love ur content ✨💖💖

[@RubyGranger8]

It feels like the end of an era 🐻

[@rosygallaway]

@@RubyGranger8 I had a dream about having this desk 😅

[@alice.taylorsversion]

I always adore your stationery videos and this may be my new favourite! such a beautiful new desk set up and a such a lovely calming video after a long week! ❤️

[@RubyGranger8]

Ahh thank you! It was *such* a fun project and I’m totally in love!

[@SarahFrickArt]

your mum is precious. And this reminds me of late last year my dad helped me put a new top to my desk!

[@jasonatwood7071]

What on earth took me so long to find this, like the most adorable channel on KZbin. What an absolute bright spot of the day!

[@voidscuttler]

The ending was so cute! Have yourself a more than productive week too, Ruby 😄🌱

[@Kayla-g9w]

Thank u, Ruby, your videos are so comforting in this stormy sea of life.

[@themoores9817]

So excited! I love desk and stationary stuff 🙂 well done Ruby

[@RubyGranger8]

There is nothing better than copious amounts of stationery, as Dickens says 🤍

[@klara_2437]

Getting a new desk is such a huge thing, so happy for you! And let's go with the DIY and second-hand shopping, I like the mix of white and yellow/brown. It actually looks nice. Also, there truly is something about sorting stationary (I could spend days on that). And then afterwards when you use it, the system you created... No explanation for that feeling, honestly 😄

[@joannasmith4793]

I loved part at the end with your Mum , Ruby. I also agree on the more than a productive week. Productivity can be positive !

[@racheldemain1940]

And so can having time out to relax and do absolutely nothing!

[@kush_13]

I watched the cottage fairy cause you recommended and thank you it was so soothing, tranquil and calming. Thank you very much

[@RubyGranger8]

Isn’t she wonderful! X

[@kush_13]

@@RubyGranger8 yes it is and suddenly I just felt like I got enlightenment

[@CrisOnTheInternet]

You guys may also like Indoora world

[@kush_13]

@@CrisOnTheInternet I'll definitely check that out. Thanksa for suggesting

[@carolsmith9478]

The Mulburyhouse is also good

[@simonar9045]

Your room and working nook is so cozy! Especially on rainy days I imagine

[@ThomasDevOnline]

Mum's Filming! Aww I love this. She's clearly so proud of her daughter

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

The child she created in her womb and expelled out of her uterus

[@elissak2811]

Cambridge Latin course is excellent, and so is Lingua Latina per se Illustrata. I started with Wheelock's and found it tough to use on my own, so I am mainly using LL now. I also recommend Latin: an Intensive Course. It gives a comprehensive overview of how the grammar works, which is refreshing. Bona fortuna! By the way, you are driving me nuts by not removing the tags/stickers from your storage containers...!

[@RooBoyd]

Your mum trying to direct the video is so sweet!

[@lauranevala8171]

Hi Ruby! I wish I found your videos 10 years ago, I would've needed the study motivation I've got from your videos. Currently I'm a stay-at-home mom, finished my studies already but sometimes I feel like I need to study something more. I'm currently working on a course from university when I have time and energy, and I always come to watch some of your video first to get myself on proper mood for studying. :)

[@gwendolyn0515]

I'm a silent viewer, I started watching your videos when I was in high school to motivate myself to study more and now I'm a third year medical student, still love your videos ❤

[@RubyGranger8]

Ah Cris! Thank you so much for being here!

[@harryjamessmithmusic7762]

Fantastic job, Ruby! ... I think, with this desk you're going be the best-selling author in no time!

[@XTheBeautyGuruX]

Good luck with the Latin! As someone who studied it for 6 years, I can tell you you're up for a challenge, but it's one right up your alley!

[@RubyGranger8]

Ah thank you! I can’t wait! X

[@thedarkdane7]

It's so sweet how involved your motherr is!

[@MadeyesJoJo]

The desk looks amazing! A bit of advice: Never wear your hair loose while using powertools, your hair can get stuck in there and pull it out, it can lead to serious injury.

[@1007yes]

And ear protection if using a particularly loud one, like a power sander.

[@hollydyer8992]

Ruby’s mom reminds me of myself. I used to video my kids KZbin but they never got on with it very well. I am very active in my kids’ lives and Rub’s mom seems that way too! Loved the video…so relaxing.

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

You sound like a bit of a noob

[@Gunner_Glacier]

Thank you for the interesting videos you really made me love studying

[@RubyGranger8]

That’s my favourite thing to hear from viewers, you know… it brings me so much joy to hear 🥰

[@bituingmarikit]

I love the candid moment at the end! so cuuute!

[@SamDybing]

I love all your videos and especially the ones when your family is involved. I feel like I’ve known you for years. Well since your GCSEs I believe. I hope you never stop posting. Your videos help me to stay productive. When I am feeling “lazy” or not wanting to do anything I watch one of your videos and suddenly I want to complete my tasks. I would love for you to start a podcast, I hope one day you will.

[@StationNerdy]

What a great space! The view outside your window while you work must be so wonderful.

[@charissagault9262]

I found a new desk recently as well, though it was a couple months ago! When my family moved to another state in the US, we found a new desk and bookshelves for my bedroom. However, my desk only has two small drawers but that's fine because there are many other places to store stationary on my second bookshelf. It was so exciting! Your videos are such inspirations to me and I hope you can continue encouraging others to actively pursue their dreams. How your mum supports your presence in the media is so adorable and something I really admire! I hope everybody who reads this has a wonderful day!

[@alicehartley]

I really love that you've redefined your outro (as you are so right mindful productiveness is a lot more beneficial than productiveness just for the sake of being productive). Also loved the whole video, it was so satisfying 😂 I love organisational videos 😍

[@Dera2006]

Hi Ruby! I´m Austrian and I just came across your videos as they were proposed to me on KZbin. And I absolutely love them!

[@laurenleslie7156]

I loved this video. I also loved the ‘bloopers’ or the ‘behind the scenes’ moments that you kept in. I really enjoyed that. I’m such a fan of all your videos and social media’s but this felt so much more natural and relatable, just because of those bits at the end. I love your new desk as well by the way. Can’t wait to see more videos Ruby 🫶🏼🤍

[@Chaiwithkaur]

Love the desk and the ending with your mom was so sweet 🥺❤️ so wholesome

[@buffalorach]

A tip for any drawers that stick - save old candle stubs! Pull the drawer out and rub all over with a candle. The wax will help it glide smoothly.

[@clarebankhead7676]

We have the same desktop background ! Love the new desk - it fits with your aesthetic so well ❤

[@imogenrobinson6026]

I took this video as a sign to tidy my desk up (I didn't realise quite how many books I'd got out the library!!). I'm currently doing Advanced Latin at uni, so lots of good luck with it, you actually have one of the workbooks/textbooks I used in first and second year!

[@RubyGranger8]

Yes! I’m so pleased! And is the textbook a good one? Are there any others you would recommend? 🥰

[@imogenrobinson6026]

@@RubyGranger8 Yes it is honestly such a great textbook, the longer translation exercises at the end of each chapter are a really good way to get some practice at reading "proper" Latin texts. I would also recommend Wheelock's Latin, it is a really comprehensive guide to anything grammar related. I'm not sure if you can get a free copy online but I do have a pdf version which I could always send to you? Once you've got to grips with some of the grammar I would also recommend getting some Latin texts (some of them can be a bit pricey but the majority come with very helpful commentary notes at the back), one of my personal favourites is Cicero's Select Letters. I hope this is helpful in some way x

[@hannamikulska9838]

I love the raw video material at the end🤍🤍🤍

[@gillschmid5267]

Truly inspirational as always. Love your new desk. Didn't take long to fill the draws! 😊

[@franklingua529]

Good job on sanding, painting, and polishing.

[@franklingua529]

It was never my thing.

[@Mist3rData]

Wow that is a very beautifull and efficient way of organizing a desk. Well done and thank you for letting us enjoy the proces.

[@MrConsentidos1]

Loved your little reflection about redefining productivity at the end of the video!! I think it is very important that we don't forget about taking care of ourselves when getting things done is seen as the most important thing. It can also provoke just the opposite thing!!! That we cannot be productive due to overworking ourselves to the extreme trying to get all done. And you really transmit that in your videos, so thank you so so much for that. Have a wonderful month!! :)

[@13o436]

You have inspired me so so much,Ruby. Since watching your videos I have read lots more books and reflected on them afterwards. This has also rlly helped with my school work and essay writing so thank you!!

[@Bebe-V]

Aw I’ll miss the old desk 😢 But the new one is so much more spacious! And kudos to you for DIY-ing it - I wouldn’t even try 😂

[@emptyness7]

So this is the first time you said "more than just a productive week", I absolutely love that phrase and wondered how you'd come up with it!

[@kashviruparelia9464]

Been watching you for ages now , I love your timelapses , pls do them more often !!!

[@danielbautista7]

I feel what you really want is a personal office haha. The desk is great though! I suggest an ergonomic chair to go with it 🙂 (don’t get fooled into buying gaming chairs. ergo chairs are always better when compared in the same price range)

[@marianna.with.an.a]

Ohhh! I have the same wallpaper on my laptop!❤ Loved the new desk setup!😊🤍

[@sarahbowell8462]

hi ruby and hi to rubys mom, to make your draw more smooth just rub some soap any bar of soap on the draw runner and your draw will pull out smothly . i love your desk and goes so well in your room xxxxx

[@MariaMedeiros]

"Have more than just a productive week" LOVE IT! ❤

[@jacobcorman]

Love the new desk! Having all the drawers is such an advantage. I have a standing desk and miss having the storage. ALSO! Ruby you should definitely start a podcast! I love your conversational style and approach to topics! ❤

[@__T__.]

loved the "have more than just a productive week"

[@penultimateh766]

Ruby being so resourceful with the sanding and painting! I thought your old desk was a bit small for all you have going on. The new one is great. You may need to flip your bed back around.

[@mariaislam9390]

I just showed this video to my mum and said that i need the exactly same desk for me. And she also loved your new desk

[@sabrinaprothoma7635]

You have the sweetest mom ❤️

[@rebeccakelly2651]

Well now, that was a very satisfying video to watch! I also love everything stationery-related. 💕

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

Well in that case one would think you would be able to spell stationary correctly

[@linawu1219]

Love Ruby- you words at the end touching my heart made tears down， watching just like a friend of mine talking to me， I am 40 but your productive video benifit to my life thank you，Love from Beijing

[@yettayan3936]

The new desk has more space for you to store your valuable things. That's a really good-looking and useful desk. Fit your vibe well!🥰

[@aceuss]

Nice desk! I don't know if this was alredy mentioned, but if you have spare paint I'd paint the insides and the top edge of the drawers, the look would improve so much when you open them and a lighter colour would make it easier to see the things inside!!

[@RubyGranger8]

Very true! I was just a bit too lazy 🙊 I’m not a big fan of painting haha!

[@zaffiruddin6808]

That is just so pretty. Well done! You are such an inspiration, especially for such a young person.

[@misspisces1000]

You and your mother are a dynamic duo💜💜💜

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

Yeah i would smash em both in

[@happy_reads]

You are amazing Ruby I can’t even have the words to describe how happy your videos make me feel ❤. Always when I’m not feeling good or feeling stressed I know that if I watch any of your videos my mood will change Thank you Ruby 🙌🏻🤍

[@MimMiao]

So cool that you did the job yourself by fixing it♡ it's charming

[@sarahc4004]

So exciting to see you learning Latin. I got my undergrad and masters in Classics and it always tickles me pink to see someone else embarking on the journey.

[@ChristinBlueSky]

How do you make time for learning Latin? Could you maybe make a new weekly routine video? Those videos are my favourites because they are so motivating!

[@HannahG9]

This may seem totally naff, but could you please do a hair tutorial for the hairstyle in your intro where you a getting a mug out of the cupboard. It looks like a quick fun up do for studying, I'd love to try it!!

[@jazziechandra8231]

I adore your new desk, Ruby! I love all the things you love, so it was immensely delightful to see how you have arranged each drawer. Tidiness is completely satisfying. This is the best and most adorable video, with your mum behind the camera.

[@lottejonkbloed7303]

Lovely Ruby! I was so excited when I came home from a long day of uni and saw that you uploaded a new video❤️

[@sharmilan8995]

Such a satisfying video, love your new catchphrase

[@Me-ov4qk]

I just have to say thank you ruby for rethinking your outro! 💗 Not to say I didn't like it before, I always knew that by saying "productive" you also meant mindful, but I agree that it feels a bit pressured like it's really important to be productive all the time. I just love that you are always so reflective and although you've always said "have a productive week" you now reflected on it again and felt that maybe it wasn't quite the right formulation anymore for what you mean. I have to admit it actually has been a sentence that has slightly bothered me in the past but just you reflecting on it so spontaneously and explaining what you really think is important just made you feel so much more approachable and human in some way. 😊 I hope you get what I mean to say, I kind of feel like it sounds insulting but I really mean it in a positive way! 😂🙈 Love the video by the way! It's such a pretty desk! :)

[@ireneschoonwinkel]

I love your mom Ruby! She seems sweet! Thank you for sharing this video...enjoyed watching setting up your new desk :)

[@mariekato7796]

Very intresting to see if you will be rearaging your room now that your desk is mobile and you can place it at a diffrent spot :))

[@arirosenberger1181]

Hey Ruby, Just if you're interested. I don't know if you've heard about it but when I was taking latin I really liked the Familia Romana book. Each chapter gets a little more challenging as it introduces new words and tenses and things like that.

[@aashic0re]

Oh I love your mom so much! She reminds me of mine a lot! XD Also, quite satisfying:) I was wondering what happened to that mini letter writing desk adjacent to your bed! That was gorgeous Love from A keen letter-writer :)

[@pastel653]

i love how you get excited about the ink!!🥰💕🌸

[@ruthhinsley9410]

Ace desk. Loving the stationery.

[@ruthhinsley9410]

Just checking your reply is legitimate and not hacked or spam.

[@mannatjarial4021]

I've truly always loved your videos and this new one was such a delight, I loved the ended haha

[@ahsenbtl7401]

You’ve such a sweet atmosphere in your house, absolutely loved it Ruby ♥️🥰

[@NoraMandelkern]

Would highly recommend getting your hands on the Cambridge Latin course if you can! My Latin classes used those and they’re so fun. They have a recurring set of characters and take place in Pompeii.

[@sarra9947]

The new catchphrase is so lovely!1

[@meghan369]

I love how natural and real your videos feel!

[@purpletiger9313]

Love it! Your desk is perfection. Well done!

[@millieb3823]

Ahh i loved this as i have just built my new desk today with my Dad so this was such a nice way to end the day, the desk is absolutely beautiful! Also I really love the new ending ♡

[@gr8843]

That's wonderful Ruby that you got a new desk. I love that it's an older one.🥰

[@laurenallen4057]

I love, love the desk tour! I got a new desk this week myself and it's my favorite thing right now. :)

[@markh3376]

Happy 😊 Your New Desktop 😊

[@swinnburn]

Great looking desk Ruby,and you could add shelving on the back for your knick-knacks

[@mathilden7955]

Have more than just a productive week ❤️✨

[@stefan3876]

Great video! So relaxing. Enjoyed it thoroughly ❤️ Keep it up. 👍

[@selinaqi2974]

It's so cool seeing you paint the desk yourself!

[@arvindsinghshekhawat152]

I have little same desk table , so beautiful you made it , really 👍

[@limeparticle]

What a fun project! Congrats on your new desk! 🎉