One Day In My 160 Year Old House

I fought a tree and won.
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☞ My name is Ariel and I’m a Canadian writer and KZbinr. I organize my shelves by genre and then colour and my favourite book is Animal Farm. I've been making content online for over a decade and love spreading a love of reading through videos, panels, articles, and more!
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[@jeanineferris488]

Ariel, I am a grandma aged mega fan! You inspire me! Your creative, free youth is wonderful! I had a bit of freestyle as a young woman, it takes courage! My dear love, I wish for you friendship, ever expanding knowledge and to maintain your joy and courage throughout your life. Thank you for sharing your home, ideas and spirit filled life with all of us! And yes, seeing your good environment is walking me through an entire home refresh and maintenance. Good luck, Ariel!

[@Beachbum471]

Me too Grandma!! KZbin isn’t solely for the young, I love Ariel and her cool and calm existence 😊

[@marcybrennanart8477]

Me too. I’m 71, and I rehabbed houses for a living for a few years in my mid-50s. It was lots of fun but super exhausting and super stressful owning another house and pouring money into it with fingers crossed that it would sell for a profit. Fortunately, they all did and I got out of the last one before the huge market crash in 2006 in Florida. Ariel is super inspiring and I have been binge watching her videos this week, thoroughly enjoying her bright and enthusiastic personality and smart choices on her home.

[@marcybrennanart8477]

I have been binge watching all of your videos on both channels this week and really enjoying them. I rehabbed homes as a realtor in my mid 50s and really enjoyed the process. I’m now 71 and retired from real estate, living in a newer home. No more rehabbing for this old gal. 😂 It was of course exhausting and I didn’t do all the work myself but I did a lot. I can totally relate to what you were doing on your home. I remember watching your kitchen remodel in Sim four and you saying how you would love to have wallpaper in there but that it is so expensive. Have you heard about Spoonflower? They are an American company that prints on demand both wallpaper and fabric. They use designs created by indie artists only and there are thousands of designs there that I think you would love. I retired from real estate last year and I’m a full-time artist and have over 1200 designs on Spoonflower myself. Im including a link to my farmers market wallpaper below, just so you can get a feel for what Spoonflower is all about. It is just a fabulous ethical company. Why not get in touch with them and see if you can do some marketing for them in your videos and get them to send you your wallpaper for free? They do that sort of thing all the time. I think you guys would make a great matchup for your videos. www.spoonflower.com/en/wallpaper/13547435-farmers-market-large-by-marcy_brennan_art?fabric=wallpaper_peel_and_stick

[@robynhowes5667]

@@marcybrennanart8477 oh I just love Spoonflower. Just a fabulous site. Have already bought quite a few rolls of wallpaper but to think you can get all those designs in bedding,curtains and tons more🥰. Love it,,,,,

[@marcybrennanart8477]

@@robynhowes5667 it’s amazing. So many beautiful designs there. ❤️❤️

[@annabandraderavicini355]

Ariel: *has a cup collection* Also Ariel: *drinks from a sauce jar*

[@Ashely56]

Wait when did she do that lol?

[@bookmouse2719]

@@Ashely56 She was drinking water from it, I do that sometimes.

[@grimmgoosegoose216]

(Hides my collection of sauce glass jars)

[@Ashely56]

@@bookmouse2719 my bad I was watching this while I was doing some homework and I think I missed that part lol

[@mikilaylar97]

It's PART of the cup collection

[@anniecarlile2673]

I would LOVE to see a video about you cataloguing your library!!

[@nikoolion]

Meeee Toooooo

[@loracarlton4490]

Me three!

[@christinam6516]

Me FOUR

[@nea920]

Yessss 💖💖

[@lizziedrexler6427]

Yes, me as well! I love a spreadsheet, and would love to see how she set it up!

[@ferntella]

What a beautiful existance you've carved out for yourself, Ariel!

[@JJamahJamerson]

I’ve been watching this video series with my grandma as she went through chemo, and I think this will probably be the last video she sees if she’s awake long enough to watch it. I’m so thankful for all you’ve put on here and so thankful for emailing us back when she was worried about you after the hurricane. Thank you. Update: she passed this morning

[@milliejenkinson5832]

I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you have some wonderful memories of her. May she be at peace

[@Tania.atlasinajar]

🍄 I am already in a calm and peaceful state just watching this Ariel! So cinematically stunning. Love your home! 😍

[@KitKatSam27]

This was honestly JUST what I needed today. What a fun, relaxing video ugh. If you’re looking for feedback or find yourself out of video ideas, MORE OF THIS is all I have to say 😂

[@peggynorton5535]

Yes!! Love sitting by the creek! Picnics there this spring!!

[@lisaplummer8144]

Agree!

[@victoriaparnell7339]

I don't know if people tell you this all the time, but I love your voice. I get overstimulated by voices easily so I don't often watch non-silent vlogs, but yours are always exceptional. The work you're doing is amazing and I am always in awe and feel happy and motivated after watching one. Thank you so much Ariel!

[@bgc2997]

As a Librarian an Information Science student, i would love a video on your cataloguing process for your library!

[@Somewhereintime22]

Ariel…my entire 33 year career has been in education (reading specialization). Everything you’ve created seems to be inspired by reading. Your beautiful life is a perfect example of the richness and joy books can bring into our lives. If I ever go back to the classroom, believe me, I’ll be sharing your videos and the associated inspirational literature. First on my list will be your beautiful reading nook and then your Jane Austin inspired room(s). What a lovely life you’ve created for yourself and your family…and it all started with books and your imagination. Thanks so much for your ongoing peaceful, intelligent, and creative content.

[@gilliannash4944]

Ariel, keep in mind too that you had Covid recently! Long Covid is very common and even if you were lucky enough not to get that your tiredness could partly be because of Covid. Rest up, take care of yourself as much as your schedule will allow ❤

[@georgiakuchinsky]

I will watch content like this every single time. I subscribed for house renos, but I'm staying for cosy vlogs.

[@klowne26]

Absolutely loved this! I hope you do this kind of chilled out vlog style of video more often

[@sofiepolfliet8697]

Such a cosy video!! Are you using a spcial type of program/system to catalog all your books? I think it would be really interesting to see more of your catalog process 😊

[@ArielBissett]

I'm literally just using a google sheets spreadsheet! That way I can make any categories and charts that I want :D

[@teresateri4803]

I know it's a subscription app but CLZ Books is Brill. All you need to do is scan the barcode. So simple.

[@jobie3015]

LibraryThing is another excellent cataloguing app. I recommend

[@Mimi-Forever]

@@teresateri4803 Is it possible to export your library once you create it in the app?

[@allisonvandenberg3032]

THE RIVER...I could just play that sound on repeat all day. You're living the dream 😊

[@LOUISE__97]

The little river seems surprisingly deep!

[@kerrylynnparsons9441]

You’re sporting a bit of an Anne of Green Gables look today, Ariel. 😊❤️🎶🇨🇦

[@jessicajones3701]

Oh please do more videos like this. I love seeing your daily life in your beautiful house!

[@kristenfader2088]

Think you'll be tackling the kitchen soon? Love from a fellow nova Scotia in Ontario!!

[@ArielBissett]

YES. It's the main 2023 project and I break ground in January!!

[@AbnerKono]

I need that crow mug. Makes me think of my grandfather who’s name was Crow. We bought his and my grandmother’s 100year old house and are slowly renovating it as well.

[@bethbcrafts]

So many ~Anne of Green Gables~ vibes.

[@amberharris4504]

Ariel, can I just say how much I enjoyed the care and time you spent to take the artsy shots while you were moving the tree and enjoying the outdoors? It made me realize that your shots/angles/editing is one of the things I love about your videos!

[@quentinambrose1243]

Would you do a video talking about how you categorize your library? I've been doing some similar things in google sheets and enjoy seeing what other people do.

[@NieshaThomas]

I have a house thats 123 years old and I love the little things I'm learning. Our house was totally remodeled but we're going to give her a makeover to bring back her character.

[@unimpressivejess]

Love seeing this type of content from you! How magical!

[@moonamoona17]

This was so relaxing to watch. I subscribed years ago for your book content but your creativity, the hard work you're putting into your house, it's so fun and inspiring to see. Kind of makes me want to quit my job, leave the city and buy a little old house somewhere surrounded by trees and water too 😭

[@nikoolion]

I get soooo happy when you upload a video!! 🥹❤️✨

[@angeliqueazul8670]

Thank you for the lovely video, Ariel! I had a really rough day but watching your video made me feel a lot calmer. Wishing you lots of energy to finish your projects and a very happy Christmas break!

[@ReadingNymph]

This was so lovely, enjoy those 2 weeks of well earned rest

[@laurenl5843]

That beautiful river running right through your property is so special. 😊🇨🇦

[@KristenReads]

This was so cosy and calming to watch.

[@okayheykae]

Aww yay this video is so cozy! I know you talked on Patreon about the reasons for why you don't do this type of content regularly, but when I hope you get more chances to do them, even if they're just every once in a while! 💜 (And congrats on your win over the tree!)

[@nnbk_fornow]

what a cozy little space you've carved out for yourself. the last shot of you in your office was so pleasant.

[@an-katrienderoover2174]

This was so fun and relaxing to watch (excellent music!). Absolutely loved it. Good luck with your projects and I hope you have a wonderful holiday break!

[@ReadingRadish]

I LOVE this video!! Thank you for sharing 😊

[@secondhandrose6214]

This was fun Ariel! I love it 💖

[@laurenkendrick]

such a sweet and comforting video to watch - thank you for making it and sharing it with us!

[@lelolitsch]

what a nice video to see from you!! love the overlapse between this and the patreon voicemails :) its like a visual entry for it! oh and could you maybe show how/ what you use for book cataloguing :) ?

[@jacobcorman]

Loved this format of video! Also, that music at the end of the video hit me in such a nostalgic way for some reason? Was wonderful to watch. 👏🏻

[@CheerUp2]

This was absolutely precious c:

[@northwoodfalls1403]

Your videos are always so calming and relaxing to watch. Your home is so inviting and lovely and cozy. As a fellow Canadian, I hear ya. It’s like hibernation mode kicks in and the urge to just curl up and sleep is hard to fight. It’s taken a lot of intentional decision making throughout the years to slow this season down. We’re very very choosy about what we commit to doing because that instinct to rest more conflicting with an amped up social calendar just creates so much stress and then we don’t actually enjoy the moments. I totally embraced hygge and I keep the house dimly lit, fire going, and candles burning and put on my coziest clothes as soon as I get home and embrace the cold and dark. I actually kinda look forward to winter now. Also, those ducks are heartwarming somehow 😊

[@billies5692]

I just joined your Patreon and I’m so excited to catch up on content! Absolutely love your videos and the podcast ❤

[@Larissa_KD]

Yay glad to have been able to support the pretty desktop, love how it matches the room 😍

[@mavaterhaar8499]

What an awesome video!! I just love your channel, from projects you do, to day to day stuff is all wonderful ❤️

[@SteepedinHistory]

I enjoyed watching this as much as I enjoy watching your big project videos. It was calming and lovely. Thanks for taking us along with you on your day.

[@winterillust]

that little river area seems a perfect spot for painting and sketching. so cozy!

[@gabrielleyelle]

I love all your videos 😊 thankful for them! Have a lovely holiday season :)

[@devonchase2119]

This was such a thoughtful and soothing video. I would love to see more day in your life content. ❤ I would also love a video about how you’re cataloging your books!

[@manaswitar.7185]

Your videos are like a visual treat! I enjoy watching your content so much, and I always look forward to these home renovation / your house videos. Your joyful personality and love for life shines through in everything you do. Good luck for all your projects, hope you have a restful holiday too

[@chooseyourthoughts7692]

This was so peaceful, thanks for bringing us along 😊❤

[@PaintTheStarsFilm]

I loved this style of video from you. It was gentle and cozy, which was exactly what I needed today. I would love to see more of these videos as well as one of your cataloging process. I hope you enjoy your two weeks off!

[@KristenMelissa]

I would love to see more day in the life videos from you! 💕 I hope you have a restful and wonderful time off. ✨️❤️📚

[@morelikekoolva]

Loved this! Thank you!

[@gentlygrace]

Ugh, I would absolutely love more vlog style videos from you, Ariel! This was great!🥲💓

[@bowlohands9151]

As I sit at my desk to watch this video, not a single inch of usable surface in front of me due to the projects I'm in the middle of and the little human pocket items I've yet to put away, I am GRATEFUL that you left the spaces you use every day cluttered for this video. Thanks for showin' us a little bit of human.

[@nicola4789]

What a beautiful place you are creating for your parents and yourself. You are so lucky to live with them.

[@catherinearnett9729]

I loved this style of video! Would love to see more of these ❤

[@Sui-Zan]

You fill me with joy every time i come here to watch one of your videos. I love how natural you are. Everything you do suits you so well. Thank you very much for sharing a day from your life with us. And please, keep sharing. I am a BIG fan!!

[@bridgetisadreamer]

I hope that your time off is very wonderful Ariel!

[@coras2514]

Love this video!! it was so relaxing to watch

[@paulapare2095]

Enjoy your you time. I always schedule my next time off just before i put on my out of office on. That way at the end of your time off you can look forward to the next time off. ☮️💜🌞

[@savannahsmiles5263]

You should do a video of watching for ghosts at night while you’re sleeping where you set up a camera while you sleep in different rooms to see if you get anything

[@lisapellitier2450]

Sitting by the river is so relaxing

[@iheartplzzbmine]

Very interesting watching this calming and aesthetic video while they are testing the fire alarms at my work lol

[@alexischase8388]

Loved this new video style! 🥰🥰 and I'm feeling the tiredness and struggle with obligations too - ready for the holiday relaxation!!

[@ireneschoonwinkel8738]

This was such a nice video Ariel! I found it so chilled and calming! The moment it started...I notice that it was going to be different...because your renovation videos always follow a specific style. And I enjoyed it so much! The best part of this video was you sitting by the river and you getting angry about the beauty filter! I LOVE that! Keep it real, friend. :)

[@betha2951]

Ariel, I looove watching your renovation content (which is how I first found your channel) but spending a chilled out day with you in this video was so calm and refreshing! This is the cute cosy content I need for these cold months

[@fantasyk87]

I love this relaxing-everyday in the nature vibe, I could watch it everyday! Of course I'm also looking forward a lot to the other house renovations😂, they're both my favorite concepts.

[@kerryfoose3116]

I don't know about everyone else.. but I must say that the moments by your river is EVERYTHING. The sight and sound was soul filling, so thank you for that Ariel. Happy Christmas time. See ya on the flip side.

[@cypriennezed5640]

I love all the care and vibes baked into your videos! ❄️ Enjoy your time off!!

[@SavidgeReads]

I loooooved this. So calming and lovely and chill. Fab.

[@user-xo6rm6ng9t]

Love your vids. Discovered you maybe three months ago and am having so much fun!

[@N332]

Seeing this made me feel so safe and comfortable. I want this level of tranquility.

[@RosyReilly]

So inspired by you! Your filming and storytelling is always amazing. Watching your channel over the months has encouraged me to create a channel as well. Thank you! :)

[@SarahAtHeart]

This was so beautiful and peaceful ❤️

[@inkyfrog]

This is so cozy! I would totally watch more!

[@cherylswindells3845]

Love this video! Your office shot at the end of the video, it just looks like perfection 😊👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@tanvipatil116]

Ariel you bring joy to my life with your videos! Absolutely loved this vlog-style!!

[@lydiagappa3938]

Ok but I adore these kind of videos! Love it!! It’s beautiful! Thank you for sharing with us :)

[@Groganee]

This so soothing to watch, thanks for genuine and sweet content

[@cantocant2346]

Beautiful video!

[@kellynorman9270]

Your house and whole set up with the ducks and stream running through your garden is pretty much my dream life!

[@annamobrashear]

Enjoy your break! I’m taking a week off for Christmas and I’m so beyond excited and grateful!

[@kaitlyn3588]

I really enjoyed this style of video, Ariel!

[@KatiaJauregui13]

Ariel, you're truly living the dream 🥲 thank you so much for sharing this with us, it was really inspiring and cute💛

[@lizbethvazquez-ruiz9878]

I love all your videos! Pls post more often ❤ btw the quality of this video was awesome

[@MG-qf2nt]

I always love watching your videos. I know it might sound weird, but I find them calming, and always uplifting.

[@sayanibhattacharya7936]

Your videos are just so refreshing. Love every bit of your home. What a beautiful way to live.❤

[@lindarosenthal6835]

Happy holidays to you and yours. Have a lovely time off.

[@fernmarie6799]

Such a lovely video, enjoy your time off Ariel, much deserved. Happy holidays from NZ.

[@KingaZajacNNR]

I am so jealous that you have a stream, I love the sound of moving water! Great video. I've been watching you for years and following the house saga and me myself just finished my apartment and moved three days ago and that feels so good. Thank you for the videos and the podcast!

[@EyeGlassTrainofMind]

Agreed, although I don't think I could live with beavers constantly making a dam which then causes the river to turn my backyard into a bog 😭

[@belorama8]

Makes day every time you drop a video! Always a very pleasant surprise.

[@jenniferdemassimo3012]

A library catalog! Yes please🙂❤

[@micheller5516]

I was thinking about you and your ducks today. Loved seeing them and the river. 💜

[@klegessegelk7527]

Love this. Such a nice calm video and still I couldn’t stop watching

[@scottblauvelt6472]

This is so inspiring! I want this life so bad. I’m in a deep season of depression but THIS really brings me hope.

[@indy2312]

Please more of these !

[@Spiritbro77]

That's wild. I just got a new desktop computer. I haven't had one in ages either. Laptops were all I owned. I always enjoy your videos but this one was especially nice. Your ducks are cute and awesome :) Have a Merry Christmas and of Happy Holidays. I always try to cover all the bases :) Have a nice time off!

[@tiaraburton]

Absolutely loved this video ❤

[@loracarlton4490]

Love the "day in the life" video and all of your videos! The mug with the crows on it is so cute, where did you get it?