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[@SophieJayne]

watching bestie’s vlog with breakfast >>

[@Isabel-xw3wx]

Bestie when are you going to crochet a gnome honestly i'm waiting !!

[@RachelCatherine]

wait why have I never thought of that?! I'll have to look for a pattern!!!

[@itsbrynnleebish]

I love how Liam hates gnomes , but you love them … so you guys compromised and got gnome bedding . And decorations 🤣 they are so cute though I’m obsessed. Loved this video. My fave videos ever

[@RachelCatherine]

HAHAHAH exactly 😌

[@iammellbell]

you meeting Lang's baby is the most precious thing ever!

[@umapraharshitha]

loved the part where you were doing your laundry while giving life updates. feels like catching up w friends. please do it more often.

[@georgialrichards]

hooded towels >>

[@aliviaphogat]

Watching rachel enjoy her life >>>>>

[@Chloexoxox]

My boyfriend is a fifo worker and has been for 3 years. In the beginning I was a mess and struggled to sleep and spend time alone 😅 I thought I would never adjust to it. Although I still miss him a lot it has gotten easier and some things that have helped are trying to think of it as time I’m spending with myself instead of time that I’m forced to be alone. I’ll watch whatever movie or tv show I like that he usually wouldn’t want to watch, I’ll eat my favourite dinners that he usually wouldn’t like. Sticking to a routine and making sure you have a couple of fun things planned (even if it’s just a coffee date with a friend or a walk at the beach) can also help you have things to break up the time. Remember it’s a good thing to miss your partner, it’s just a reminder of how much you love them 💖🫶🏻

[@ShreyaaKhanal]

Your sleep issues are SOO relatable!!! I would recommend getting a heavy sleeping mask and listening to a calming meditation bedtime story it definitely helped me!

[@sunglory4488]

15:29 I used to have insomnia for such a long time due to various different reasons, for me, whatever happens in my life the first thing I loose is sleep. I still have nights where I have such a hard time sleeping, but it's not as much as it used to be. Something that I learned is that forcing it never works, if you've been trying to sleep for hours and just keep trying to force yourself it won't work, When you find yourself having a hard time sleeping, you need to get out of bed, make yourself some tea, start reading some of your book, taking a quick hot shower and some other stuff that will make you feel comforted. Do not force yourself to go back to sleep immediately, pressure only makes you worry more and therefore sleep less, when you are calm enough, you will feel sleepy and you can sleep better than before. Oh and also, no using your phone nor watching TV for at least an hour before going to bed, that can really keep you awake for hours at night.

[@Kenzieframe]

Why are Christmas gnomes the cutest thing ever, I’m also obsessed!

[@jackiek4159]

Those pink shoes are absolutely stunning! 😍🙌💕

[@bernadettemclean5238]

I love how your being so much more conscious with your spending it always feels better

[@jaimefok]

Waiiit the fact that I literally JUST made a home alone vlog a couple weeks ago bc hubby went on a work trip. Talked about the same things you did about how weird it is living alone so I feel you girl!❤

[@RachelCatherine]

omg!! so glad it's not just me :')

[@bygracealone8]

best vlogger 🫶

[@RachelCatherine]

honoured 🥹

[@anikab3697]

I get what you say with having a problem when your partner is away, I am also so emotionally connected with my partner and love your honesty when it comes to missing your husband and having sleep problems without him🙏🏻

[@nidhivaidya6485]

Stoppp Lang baby’s is the cutest 😭

[@RachelCatherine]

THE CUTEST!!!

[@lauraturford]

I honestly can't explain how much I look forward to a new video from u , love ur channel soooo much 💖 xx

[@RachelCatherine]

that makes me so glad 🥹

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Amazing vlog Rachel!

[@jessicamarie8588]

Omg the library is the cutest🥰😍

[@sofijaloves]

Loved this, so wholesome! Could you please share where your bedside tables are from in your bedroom? They look so nice and practical! 😍

[@san3949]

I also find that anytime my husband isn't home at night, it's hard to sleep. The last time he went away for a few nights were some of the roughest I've had in a while.

[@RachelCatherine]

I never would've expected it to make such a difference!

[@ginnyluv4601]

I stopped watching your videos for a while. Idk why. I still adore you, so glad I’m back to watching your vlogs on the daily. Ilyyyyy ❤

[@RachelCatherine]

welcome back bestie ❣️

[@Ruby.May.]

I looove the smell of a freshly baked coconut loaf!! So nostalgic for me, but I also agree with banana bread, anything cinnamon and cookies🍪🤤 Ily!! 💗💗

[@RachelCatherine]

oooh yummm I've never tried coconut loaf!!

[@SamKapper]

My boyfriend travels every month and the week he’s gone I barely sleep at all 😭 I think I just feel more comfortable and safe when he’s next to me!

[@bernadettemclean5238]

That gnome is so cute!❤

[@bernadettemclean5238]

I’m going to Kmart today can’t wait ! Those glasses with the bows are so cute !

[@elisabethprice4697]

Favorite baking small is apple dumplings!!

[@whatsjulesreading]

The guest room is INSANE

[@MARTYS_ANDME]

Pink and yellow for life 💓💓💓 I love your shoes too! New sub here from nz

[@georgialrichards]

coming over to play mermaids asap

[@Mlouiissee]

The cute little Christmas gnomes are called Gonks in England ❤️💚

[@TheMooresDaily]

Just some encouragement on missing your husband- at Bible study we were learning and discussing how when we make the covenant at the alter with our spouse, something changes in us. It’s similar to the instinctive protectiveness that happens when you become a parent. God creates in us a new righteous longing and desire for our spouse. So it’s understandable that you miss him when he’s gone. I can relate to the frustrated feeling, but trust that it’s a symbol of a Godly and righteous love!

[@alyssakate09]

I'm the same! I dont sleep as well when i have to sleep by myself

[@kayleestichter3632]

You are my zoella vlog

[@sidneyhay640]

sometimes when my partner is gone for a few days and im feeling anxious or scared being alone, i will keep some of the apartment lights on or like a lamp in the bedroom. for whatever reason, that helps me SO much

[@palakgupta3435]

this video literally came in the perfect moment in my life, love you

[@RachelCatherine]

ily!!

[@jessbaldwin]

I am doing long distance it can definitely be hard. Its hard no matter how long your away from your partner for. Love your videos. X

[@allesae]

love your energy ❤❤❤❤

[@mandy7187]

Hi gorgeous Rach!! I saw some cup coasters on your table and just wondering where they are from? They look flower shape in baby pink? Xx ❤

[@heatherhutchins88]

Apple cinnamon bread smells and tastes so good.

[@RachelCatherine]

I've never made that! I need to try!!

[@georgialinkeviciene]

My dad use to work away a lot when I was a kid and my mum would make a ‘Pillow dad’ to help her sleep better, she’d put one of his pj tops on his pillow and make a pillow person

[@HollyFreemanau]

I'm the same!! I sleep with a weighted blanket when my partner is away. Makes a big difference :)

[@bernadettemclean5238]

Loved this

[@brendachaves6375]

Happy Sunday Rachel

[@book_aesthetic18]

Awwwww so adorable And The baby

[@terawest2332]

Do you have any recommendations for Christmas books set there in Australia? I’m from the US so i think it would be interesting to read a book about Christmas from an Australian POV since it takes place in the summer months.

[@JB-vd8bi]

What sort of genre would interest you? I can point you in the direction of quite a few different things including movies, carols etc. With books there's drama, stuff aimed at kids. Christmas in Aus is a bit like 4th of July minus the fireworks

[@sarahwright7033]

When my partner used to work away I would set a timer on the tv in my room (or something equivalent) just so it felt like I wasn’t alone when I went to sleep 😂 x

[@JohnSaxon-vw5vi]

Racheal your friends are always there for you when you need them love and prayers for your friends as they deserve it prayers and blessings to you all love your Geelong family friend John xx would love to see you sleep in the library and do some reading as well xxx

[@nidhivaidya6485]

I have a lot of sleep anxiety and listen to audiobooks of comforting childhood books like the Stephen Fry Harry Potter audiobooks so my brain is engaged in that but not too excited by something new.

[@bernadettemclean5238]

I have no car currently to and I hate it it’s so much more convenient having a car

[@Nolanoyayo]

What brand fold out couch is that?

[@Peony-t7y]

Yayy! The crossover between Bree and you was unexpected but so cute🫶🏻

[@RachelCatherine]

she's the sweetest!!!

[@LydiaGalton]

7:45 i remeber playing H2O in the pool and everyone always fought over who was who hahahaa. Mermaids forever

[@hannasmith794]

When my partner was away and I also went away was the first time I slept properly when he was away. Maybe you could try sleeping in the spare room while he’s away so it’s not the space you’re used to sleeping next to Liam

[@marinacarter131]

The smell of apple crumble!!!🤤😍

[@shaylaatiles]

Your love for gnomes is equivalent to my love for nutcrackers 😂❤️

[@badassbaroness]

I’m the same way when my husband isn’t with me and my aunt who has been married for longer than I have been alive says she always been that way too since getting married. Sorry love but we are lucky to have found our person our mates, our … Insert fantasy destined lover title here… and now we have sleepless nights without them.

[@louiseb5046]

I also struggle to sleep when my partner is away even for a night. Stupidly enough, sleeping with a lamp on is easier for me... Nightlight vibes

[@sierrasomers2988]

I cant sleep when my partner leaves too

[@kirrilyjackson7111]

❤❤❤❤

[@sarahmuller2665]

Fifo partner life is very hard. But don’t diminish how you are feeling with your husband being away. It’s hard gorgeous!

[@RachelCatherine]

so much respect for you!!

[@CatherineSteele328]

I wanna play mermaids🙋‍♀🧜‍♀😊

[@elizabeththompson1525]

Love your non reading vlogs! Why do you cut the entire loaf of bread? It dries it out?!!!Xo

[@RachelCatherine]

we prefer eating it toasted so I'm not as concerned about it drying out! pre-cutting it just makes it quicker!

[@elizabeththompson1525]

@ never tried toasted banana bread! Good idea

[@jellyfish686]

可愛い声です♡⁠(⁠>⁠ ⁠ਊ⁠ ⁠

[@Reagan-zi2fi]

Wait you make banana bread with ripe bananas? I’ve only ever made them with overripe bananas

[@CaylaGrace]

I love watching your videos (especially since you're going into summer when we're going into winter: Michigan, USA girlie 👋 so it helps the seasonal sadness 🥲)