NEW YEAR - LET'S CHAT - HOPES FOR 2025

[@jessfilou7790]

I'm a Parkinson's Specialist Nurse and the last 9 months I have been studying towards my Masters degree! I have been completing my prescribing module. So end of Jan, when I have completed all my exams and portfolio, I will be a specialist prescriber for Parkinson's. I never dreamed I would get here, I feel so so proud xxxx ❤🎉

[@RomySews]

Thank you for the work you do. My dad had Parkinsons for 11 years and passed away 3 years ago and I saw first hand how hard it is to care for someone with this horrible disease.

[@mw-mo2]

I'm newly qualified as a Midwife, I qulified in December, I can't believe I managed to do 3 hard years with 2 young children (they were 3 and 1 when I started) and I started my new job yesterday. Its the first time that I've actually said that I'm proud of myself and what I've achieved, excited to see what 2025 brings

[@Em_Buttery]

Thanks for your honesty and openness Charlotte. The way you articulate yourself and talk about tricky topics is so beautiful, especially the grief one. I lost my grandad on Boxing Day many years ago, which was incredibly difficult and that day felt strange for a number of years after, but things change over time. As someone who’s followed you for a while now, it’s wonderful to see you’ve got your sparkle back ✨💜

[@paulakoflynn3368]

Lovely vlog Charlotte, you are so honest and true and it's so lovely that you know yourself at your young age. Keep being YOU, you're gorgeous 😍 Happy 2025 🎉

[@BellaM96]

I find it quite surprising bills dad doesn’t insist he stays over, I mean I know they can’t force him too but as a parent it would break my heart not spending lots of time with my child xx

[@EmilyDuckett-ey7xi]

Ah I feel so heard when you talk about hating rushing the kids through life. So nice to actually sit down and play guess who time after time over Xmas and stay in our pyjamas! Happy new year. So pleased you’re continuing these videos. My turn for a lie in today so I’ve got a nice coffee and watching this with my lovely blanket. Love to you and yours x

[@elainestanley7217]

I totally get what you are saying about grief and a new year without someone. I lost my Dad in 2023 and every new year since or Christmas, I feel like I lose him all over again. I have a very supportive hubby, but not sure that even he understands the complete loss of a parent. Thank you for saying out loud what I feel inside and sometimes feel like perhaps it's me and I am being silly, but it's all part of grieving xx

[@misssjw]

The awkwardness realness around your window cleaner is so relatable hahaha. Ahh your videos make me feel so warm and cosy - we emigrated to australia 3 years ago and it’s the weirdest thing being so hot in January! Thank you for still being on KZbin, I’m old school and refuse to join the TikTok train 😂

[@Kty4419]

Totally agree! I can’t bear tik tok and will never be on it☺️

[@icedcupcake1]

I agree on both counts, the awkwardness us definitely real around having people in the house doing things like window cleaning. Also I'm with you on the whole tik token thing

[@joannameadows9703]

Loved this video. Just what I needed. Never apologise for grief! I still grieve important people in my life years and years on…. Just like you I find new years tough… new year and going into another year without them in x Sending love x

[@laurabaldwin5947]

My mum passed away extremely suddenly at 48. I was 30 weeks pregnant at the time. It was horrendous it was such a shock and that time was super hard. Having to experience all the things I thought my mum would’ve been at my side for was really hard. I’m 2.5 years in now and it defo gets easier. I’ve bought a new home and my son is 2 now. You think about them everyday but it just shows how much you love and cared for that person x

[@traceyjones3585]

Have wonderful birthday. Mine was the 9th January xx

[@debsdrury9582]

My mum died 18th January 2018. She survived breast cancer but then got bone marrow cancer and that took her after 18 months of fighting. It’s 7 years for me next week and I’m still grieving. There’s no time limit on it but I’ve found, like you said, you live around it. She was 58 and didn’t get to see her oldest grandkids turn 18 by a few months. My eldest now has two children and my youngest is having a baby due in March and the fact she will never meet them absolutely breaks my heart. You learn to live life without them but it’s so bloody hard on the milestones. Be kind to yourself and don’t ever think that you should be over it by now, the biggest love leaves the greatest hole ❤❤❤❤❤

[@LisaSmith-kv1ph]

Please don’t move to TikTok permanently 🤣 KZbin is my only time I will sit down with a coffee in front of the telly to escape the chaos ❤

[@margaretanne7762]

KZbin is my happy place on the internet.I have found lovely channels,like yours,that are entertaining ,educational and bring me joy.my poor brain can't deal with the chaos of Tik tok and reels.I really enjoyed tonight's chat.I hope your dreams come true in 2025.you deserve it because you are a lovely lady.xx

[@traceyjones3585]

Love you on KZbin please don't move xx❤

[@aimeemcvicker]

I'm proud of myself because i graduated with a masters in December and this year I'm getting married in April!

[@mearsyuk]

Love it when you post a KZbin video 😊

[@lynnlaw7770]

I'm a 53yr old mum and grandma and ex police officer. I'm a Foster mum ( my husband and I have fostered our beautiful daughter for 10years, she came to us within days of us being approved as carers and will be our only placement). I have recently gotten myself a wee part time job as a pharmacy assistant. It's not a line of work I've ever fine before so there is a lot to learn plus I have to study for a qualification. I'm really proud of myself for getting the job and pushing myself to do something new x

[@hpritch1]

My sleep consultancy business is going really well and I’m able to make enough money to solely pay for holidays for my family now which feels amazing,

[@eve_and_osc]

Happy new year, Charlotte. Your descriptions about life, and time, and how we're works of art really made me tear up. It's not often we sit and talk/listen about this kind of stuff and I think it's important to do so, and to practice gratitude and to put life into perspective, so thank you for the chat xx

[@mhairiabbas]

Thank you Charlotte, you talk about everything so beautifully ❤

[@RomySews]

Love listening to all your thoughts Charlotte! I agree that finding your groove with activity feels so good. I started going rock climbing/bouldering last August and absolutely love it. I go a couple of times a week (I'd go more but don't want to overdo it!) and love the mental stimulation, moving my body in different ways and discovering what I can do, and meeting new people. I go on a Wednesday morning at 7.30am and even though I hate getting up early, when I'm there I chat to my new friends (some are in their 70s, amazing!) and always leave feeling worn out but really accomplished :D

[@sarahgodfrey1759]

Happy New Year! I resonate so much with you. I also have to do the co-parenting with my eldest which can be complicated. But he is also deciding to just go as and when he wants. Also I really appreciate you sharing your grief story. I lost my Nan in 2018 and it still takes me out at random points and lost my last grandparent last year. I think it just made me realise how short and precious life is and that we should enjoy every second. Sending lots of love ❤

[@jennifercraggs8395]

Such a wonderful video! Really agree with all that you’re saying ❤❤ Wishing you and your family a peaceful and healthy year ahead!!

[@samholland1273]

This just made me feel good inside, so thanks Charlotte. It's so nice to see you thriving xxx

[@nicolaquinton370]

Aww Charlotte can I just say what a lovely inspiring lady you are! Sending a big hug for the year ahead xxx Also I’m in my last year of paediatric nursing training and both excited and terrified 😆 juggling life with kids, a degree and 2 part time jobs has been HARD but the finish line is in sight ❤ you have inspired me to feel healthy and fitter😮 this year for me 🥳

[@lizevans257]

Hi Charlotte , firstly Happy New Year to you and your lovely family 😊. I love your analogy on life absolutely spot on xxx ❤❤

[@charlottelagonegro2349]

This was beautifully worded! Thank you so much for all that you have shared. I think these goals are perfect. Xx

[@Pixief13]

Happy new year Charlotte to you all. The green jumper matches your eyes perfectly!

[@lizevans257]

I agree about the green jumper matching Charlottes eyes absolutely gorgeous x

[@sallymarshall6188]

I lost my brother 5 yrs ago and I am still 💔. Never leaves. ❤❤❤

[@hazelrogers2455]

I like you have been on a health journey this past year and I hit a major goal that I had set so I’m really proud of myself . 2025 is my year of maintaining my exercise regime but also being present with my friends and family and creating special moments . It’s okay to know that grief is a natural process of life and so you can know you’re moving on and then go back 3 steps back one day and leap 4 steps ahead the next week . I just want to wish you all a Happy New Year xx

[@dmjx4958]

Happy new year Charlotte 😊 my dad’s birthday is also New Year’s Eve is was 65! 😅 I always feel anxious about NYE. I think it’s the reflection you have on yourself, the thought of the ‘new year, new me’ pressures. Sadly, never enjoyed it and I was in bed by half 9 but that’s okay! My girls are only small so maybe this will change as they grow up!! 😊

[@carolcreamer8285]

Happy new year Charlotte , Mark , Bill , Dasiy , Stanley xxxx all the best for 2025 xxxx

[@josmith4173]

I can empathise with how you feel Charlotte - I lost my beloved dog in 2020, my dad in 2021 and my husband in 2023 - I’m fed up with people saying I ‘have to move on’ grief is so personal - I prefer the term move forward - I don’t want to move on and leave them behind - I’m taking them with me ❤

[@sue488]

I am sorry for your losses x

[@josmith4173]

@ thank you x

[@becks87]

I loved this video, some things i needed to hear in there! Thankyou ❤

[@Imagineme87]

You truly are a wise old soul ❤Loved this vid xx

[@LBanks-gy6kb]

I’m finally overcoming some really hard times with my mental health! Finally starting to feel positive more than negative ❤ well done for your accomplishments too! xx

[@princesskaideka]

February is spring to me ! 🥰☀️literally can’t wait for spring

[@carolcreamer8285]

Love the colour of your jumper Charlotte and the colour suits you xxxxxxxxxxx

[@lindachapman9765]

Happy New Year sweetheart, here is too a wonderfull year full of good health, and just enjoying life you look amazing by the way , cant believe its 2025 i think we share a birthday month too xx

[@aoife0504]

You really make me smile you corny cow ❤ here's to a peaceful year of floating happily. Wishing you all of that and success that will surely come your way xxx

[@LizNicholls-s3i]

Hi x I’ve been watching your vlogs for some time now x I just want to say thank you ❤ x x x

[@JJ-ur7rs]

I think it's just normal. All my grandparents have passed away now and I'm in my thirties. Life does go on but I think more about how my parents feel. I do get tearful at Christmas and new years as they always made it so special and life is different without them. X

[@tintanyul1980]

Thank you for being you. Thank you for being real!

[@carolcreamer8285]

glad you had a fantastic christmas Charlotte 😊😊😊😊xx

[@jade_mack14]

Been waiting for a new video of yours to pop up. ❤️ Go easy on yourself and take each day at a time. Xx

[@judith8669]

I love your content…….always xxxx

[@marikatiernan1856]

Loved this ❤

[@elizabethhalliday8568]

Happy new year to u and your family.

[@lisajones542]

Hi Charlotte what a lovely vlog thank you ❤

[@carolcreamer8285]

Enjoyed listening to you Charlotts 😊😊😊😊 will be looking forward to your next vlog xxxxxx look after your self Charlotte xxxxxxx

[@janeryan8871]

Good for you Charlotte! You have achieved a lot in 2024.

[@sharonhughes1538]

My Dad was passed 5 years ago to the day yesterday..boy it was painful..miss him more than ever❤❤❤❤

[@wendywilson858]

You saying about crying on new year is why i don't like celebrating it. It's since losing my dad 30 years ago. I lost my mum when i was 12 and she had been ill since i was born so i was closer to my dad. Also i felt sad that my children had to go through it especially my son as he was very close to him. I hope you will feel better for 2025. But you will have times that you feel really sad again. Now i'm worrying about my sister as she is going through some terrible health issues. Take care. xx

[@carolcreamer8285]

Hi Charlotte you loveley person so nice to see you xxxxx sending you lots of love and a big hug xxxxxxxxx

[@beth1129]

Your make up is beautiful! X

[@OMGitsaClaire]

I wouldn’t count KZbin out yet! With the clock app ban happening in the US, most of my favorite folks are migrating to KZbin. Some to Instagram but they like the way KZbin is structured.

[@marianorris1081]

Aww love youtube ❤ ..im old school lol. Its been 6 years since my mum died 😢 its very hard .

[@lindadunn5707]

Happy new year 2025 🎉 my special Angel 😇 Charlotte & your beautiful family ,i am so proud of you & everything you have accomplished throughout the years on KZbin so please don't ever leave us ! I was told on my birthday December 21st just turned 61yrs old ,& not only can i not plan my future for this year but nearly died of shock @ the hospital when i was told that i couldn't start my 3types of arthritis medication via injection because they had found latent TB in my last blood test, 💔 so yeh Christmas & new year went ok but i new that i had my new medication to start & i only have my daughter now left as my family ,the rest have already passed away ,& to be told to get my affairs in order on my birthday & that i new my friend & my daughter had arranged a good night out for me ,but i couldn't drink alcohol or anything before my treatment on the 4th of January & its not a choice its mandatory because my daughter depends still on me being disabled & @ home , so yeh its been hell to say the least ,& all i am praying for is that i get to see next Christmas 🎄 with my daughter Carly, & praying that the medication works well & stops the TB from ever becoming activated or thats it basically, because even if you have had the TB vaccination that does not protect anyone ,if i was to come down with full blown TB, so where that leaves my daughter & me i am not sure yet ,but they are going to be watching me & hopefully the NHS keeps going or i am not sure yet of my future or what it will mean for us both , so i am going to be like you hunny positive & eat healthy & exercise is so important with having any disability or your body would just give up ,& i wont ever give up on life ,because its to bloody precious & i count myself lucky to be able to watch you Charlotte because i draw inspiration & energy & love & warmth from you hunny ,so well done keep on going ,all my love & best wishes from Linda Dunn in Newport Shropshire UK xxxxx❤😊