SICK DAYS: from bedridden to pool party-ing

[@TheBookHoarder]

Such a good sweaty memory 😭😭❤️

[@allisonpaiges]

still have my ghostie shirt :')

[@feyacre]

Ally I love your philosophy about growing older. It's so beautiful and it goes against everything we're taught. You are such lovely human!

[@kagey7591]

I love how you always spin straw into gold, Ally. It's a beautiful superpower to have. Here's hoping you have lots of spoons today. ❤

[@wordstowordlessthings]

that thing about thinking 'maybe i was never sick' -- EVERY MONTH for the week, week and a half between the latter part of my period and ovulating, knowing full well that both my migraines and adhd symptoms worsen right after the estrogen drop 😭😭

[@francescakyanda9182]

the PAIN of looking for that one sound bestie I'm here for it, my memory isn't great but I'll remember someone saying a random line in a TV show I watched years ago and spend so long combing through until I find it because it will play on loop in my mind until I find it

[@samantha.donovan]

that entire mario sound effect moment has absolutely been me too many times and it hurts

[@samantha.donovan]

mooncakes is a real cute story! i read it along side the prince and the dressmaker and it was the best part of last summer. i just finished orange vol 1 today and nearly sobbed

[@hslotfan]

i’ve also been having a trying-not-to-die time and god being sick is hard :( especially when it stops you from working. i know how you feel and i appreciate these vlogs so much more now , i’ve been diagnosed with a long term disease with constant surgeries and injections and doctors visits needed , it is very stressful for me as someone just trying to make it through day to day :( but i love this corner of the internet

[@notstraightunathleticcarro3089]

NAMES FOR THE SNAILS ALERT! For the smiley, goofy one, 100% Herbert, and the other is totally a Ferdinand

[@emma-qc1vx]

Seeing you use the wrist sweatbands while doing your skin care just changed. my. life… No more water running down my arms?!?! A DREAM!

[@allisonpaiges]

TRULY A DREAM

[@toria.rey.]

Thank you, I really needed that “we’re gonna be okay” pep talk 💚

[@BooksWithCarah]

the compilation of you trying to find the mario sound and slowly losing your mind has me ROLLING

[@KimberlysS89]

Thank you for sharing your health journey so openly with us. The part about having a few better days/weeks and thinking that maybe you were faking it or that you’re cured is so retable. I had the exact same thoughts after having 1,5 weeks worth of good days. And it’s comforting to know that I’m not alone in those thoughts ❤

[@tayter_chip]

Im so sorry you suffer from chronic migraines, but as a fellow migraine sufferer I’m glad you share your experience online. At the end of 2021 my migraines were terrible. Flash forward to 2023 and I hadn’t had a migraine in a year and a half. I thought I was cured! Up until last week when I felt/saw the aura starting and I immediately started crying 🥲 got hit with the worst migraine and had my “im cured” hopes absolutely shattered. It can feel like you’re so alone when you’re dealing with chronic pain (especially invisible pain like migraines). It’s nice to see you, my favorite KZbinr, be able to still make the most of life and do all the things even when struggling and dealing with chronic pain. You make me feel more hopeful about life and getting through all the trials and tribulations it throws my way!! Thank you for being so open and positive ❤❤❤

[@dlyn1124]

Not me silently crying and nodding through the pep talk at the end 🥺😮‍💨

[@allisonpaiges]

🫶🫶🫶

[@craftyreads]

Sushi + pool party-ing.... Count me in!! I basically live for you and your cat content at this point

[@RoseEvans01]

17:50 I concur, very strong Herbert energy.

[@Amy-qb4tk]

Ok im so incredibly happy i found your channel because i also have chronic illness with migraines and other shenanigans, had a late in life ADHD diagnosis, also 28, and we have the exact same birthday?!!? Just had to let you know in case this was a Parent Trap situation. But unfortunately i dont have a fake british accent.

[@allisonpaiges]

OMG do you ALSO eat oreos with peanut butter? ;)

[@Amy-qb4tk]

​@@allisonpaiges omg how did you know?!

[@allisonpaiges]

@@Amy-qb4tk *in bad fake british accent* MY birthday is october 6th 😲

[@Amy-qb4tk]

@@allisonpaiges YOULL be 29 on October 6th? ILL be 29 on October 6th! 😯

[@allisonpaiges]

@@Amy-qb4tk i wish i could insert that spiderman pointing at all the other spidermen meme rn hahah

[@oliviadrury4851]

Ultimate comfort KZbinr is back! Thanks for being the best body double friend ally! 😂 xx

[@Lostinabook2518]

My daughter loves Frizzy and this book helped her love her curly hair more! She rereads it often! Enjoy!

[@allisonpaiges]

so happy to hear that - so heartwarming! oh my gosh i'll be thinking of her when i read :-)

[@PressPlayChey]

Your editing is always on point but that Talking Heads clip of “Once in a LifeTime” was right after my own heart dude ❤❤ Editing to add, as an engineer and neurodivergent person with extreme auditory memory/love.. the “editing and screaming” portion hit SO close to home. I’m always remembering little specific sound bytes that I swear exist but others don’t remember 😂

[@SavidgeReads]

Sorry you’ve been through it. Hope you’re feeling much better. Re getting older, as an older person, I always think it’s a privilege to get older. A lucky thing. A lovely thing.

[@allisonpaiges]

i couldn't agree more! aging is a privilege ♡

[@Booktrovertdiaries]

I watch you every Sunday morning religiously it’s like church for me lol. You really do bring out the hygge vibes! Also love your husbands new haircut!! You guys are sooo cute together.

[@ashconklin1215]

You always have the best music and sound effects. All of your effort 100000% pays off!

[@lpslovergirlmlp5]

I just read Frizzy and it is fantastic! It’s so sweet and deals with family struggles and self acceptance :)

[@BeSolFul]

Frizzy was SO good!!! Definitely a favorite :)

[@aaaariane]

i've had a really strange health week myself, but i am sitting here watching this video on my big projector screen drinking chamomile tea out of my mushroom mug after a beautiful day at a wildlife park with my friends so, you know, there's always light somewhere and it does get better ^^ thank you for reminding me to look for the little joys :)

[@rowan.27]

I've been putting it off but I think I have to dnf Popisho 😭 which is sad because the writing is so lush and magical it just is so confusing too. Hopefully the next book club book grabs me more! (Also what a sweet reminder at the end, I'm going through a breakup and it was lovely to hear a reminder that there are still good days ahead ❤)

[@allisonpaiges]

no worries at all i would have dnfd had it not been for the book club

[@pntchy]

I used to read a lot and then lost interest in it. But you're slowly lighting that up in me again! Also, I didn't intend to continue studying another Dutch course anymore, but now I'm doing it because you're inspiring me. Thank you for your sunshine energy despite having bad/sick days. You're the best ❤

[@Cevin.]

im also having a low low week, bpd brain is no joke, but my brain does appreciate this message because, yes it will pass... as life does

[@HealedandThriving]

I love your thoughts on age! I’ll be 39 this summer and I feel like I just turned 30 last year lol but you are right, I’ve learned so much over the last decade. Some very hard lessons and some very special memories ❤

[@maru2825]

I’m currently going through a mental and physical flare up as well. Your reminder at the end of the vid was genuinely nice, every time I get worse I always feel like it’s going to be like this for the rest of my life :,) My mama has chronic migraines like you. She found out that if she eats something spicy as soon as she feels one coming it usually helps. I’d love for that to help you but if not, I hope one day you’ll find some random miracle that helps you feel better too Thank you for your videos they’re such a comfort

[@CollidedFriends]

What helps me is reminding myself that I’ve survived all my worst day

[@c0nstellate]

Bare minimum Mondays sound REVOLUTIONARY I need those

[@c0nstellate]

Also hugs hugs hugs hugs, migraines are the worst ever!!! But Laurence coming in to give u a smooch is the cutest thing 🥺

[@c0nstellate]

every time I watch ur vids I feel inspired to buy graphic novels !!! I can’t believe I have never read one :o

[@tazaryeet]

allison!! i love all the soundeffects and backround music you use!!!(i especially love anyything from tloz) your video's vibes are 🍃amazing🍃

[@moonsandbears]

your videos are such an inspiration and joy to watch (i've discovered your content... three weeks ago?) i'm very grateful for your energy and honesty and the effort (!!!!!) you put in your sound effects, they bring much, much joy.

[@khorrijones]

Ali watching Lizzie McGuire in the beginning is so cute 🥺💕

[@belindabekkers9036]

I thought Harvey as soon as the snail ornament popped up. So Harvey & Herbert 🤣

[@ronetteq6698]

immediately thought of the name Henry for the right lil food. awww herbert and henry

[@QueenGingerr]

Hey Ally! I’m a newbie to your channel, but I have quickly fallen in love with your content and energy. I value your commitment to and love for reading. It’s inspiring to see someone spreading that energy so purely to a populous of people. As a bookseller, and coming across your content, it’s been great for my reading practice and helps me feel so much more motivated to pick up another book-perhaps one that I wouldn’t have selected for myself. So, thank you! I wanted to suggest 2 titles that I think you might enjoy. The first being “The Ghosts of Rose Hill” by R.M. Romero. It’s a Y.A. novel in verse that touches on the themes of Jewish folklore, love, immigration/first-generation stories, and coming of age. It’s hauntingly beautiful and one that I’m so thankful to have picked up one day. It reads like pure poetry, and since you’re trying to stay in the lane of poetry lately, maybe you’ll like it. The second title being “Gender Queer” by Maia Kobabe. It’s a graphic memoir centered around gender identity and self-discovery. It’s absolutely stunning and takes readers on a visceral journey through Maia’s experience learning about eir gender identity. It’s also been at the hands of book banning in the states, and so many are trying to erase it from the shelves of school libraries. So, there’s an added layer of keeping people whose stories are so so desperately needed to continue to be seen and heard. Anywho, that’s all from lil’ ole me! Can’t wait for the next video! 📚

[@Alba-cf9hl]

I read dogs of summer in spanish a while ago and it's written with accents from the canary islands (particularly a small town in the north of Tenerife) which was very interesting so I can't wait to hear how they translate that to english! It's a bit hard to read (i strongly suggest people to check out the trigger warnings) and I didn't like the story that much but I'm curious to see your opinions about it next month :)

[@BeautywithMichelle]

The Kardashian clip plus the fact that you're watching Lizzie Mcguire to relax, we are soul sisters. Watching old classic disney channel shows is the best way to relax!

[@hardbackhoarder]

it's allisonpaiges day HOORAY! we're all so happy that it's allisonpaiges day yayyyyy!!

[@emmaopaline]

Sweeth Tooth is one of my favorite comics ! ❤❤❤ I love your philosophy ❤❤❤

[@jasmin2186]

Your positive vibes especially in harder times is so needed nowadays, I'm truly grateful you share them ❤ I'm currently listening to a game soundtrack that has some calming foresty vibes. It's from the The Night of the Rabbit and I just thought I'd share this with whoever needs a little soft background music in their life :) A Nice Day to Be a Mouse f.e. is a great track for a casual Sunday 😊

[@bries5]

what you talked about at 19:05 made me cry, I got waitlisted for the college program I really want to get into and waiting to hear is so difficult and draining. I've always loved learning and finally found a program I genuinely believe is perfect for me, and having to accept that it might not happen has me so upset. But I know things will be fine and no matter what happens I'll have to pick myself up and keep going. Thank you for your videos, they help me so much ❤

[@maybeillreadtoday]

wow serendipity ~ i literally just picked up Bunny this weekend and I read 90-ish? pages in one sitting ? I don't know how I'm going to feel about it but i do know I can't put it down lmao

[@hylylgmn]

my suggestions: herbert and yung money

[@jesekreanne]

The Almighty algorithm has sent you my way and iv been binging your videos for about a week! The cozy chaos is really hitting the spot. Just here to say thank you! :)

[@lililola264]

dropping everything to watch the new vid, I really needed something to uplift my mood

[@deblawrence8341]

It must be spring time - flowers everywhere in your video!!! 🌷🌼🌻 Thanks for inviting us to your pool party! Every year I say I'm going to get a wee pool and I never do. This year it's on! I hope those nasty migraines stay away this week. 🤞for you. Your kitties love you so much ... ❤when you include them. 😍 Happy upcoming week to you and your family!

[@rackncheese]

Obviously I'm late to this video, but thank you so much for the reminder that the bad times do end. I've been reaaaaally struggling lately, and I needed to hear it. Thank you for the heart warmth and cathartic cry. Haha

[@forestdarling]

June will be my first read with the pocket pages book club. I’m so excited to read with everyone! 😊🎉

[@robyn3943]

I half watched this video when it was first uploaded, but I only just came back to it and words truly cannot describe how much I needed the little pep talk // reminder at the end. Thank you Ally

[@leahnpatton]

I love when you talk about the gym! Because I watch your videos when I do the recumbent bike at my gym!! It’s challenging but also relaxing!!

[@somename8616]

I know this video's from like a month ago but I just wanted to say it's really helping me today. I'm autistic and have cPTSD- just came back from the store with my partner and my brain decided outside and people are a Threat™️ and now I'm home and feel like shit and my body hurts from dealing with these stress responses so often. But I love your mindset on dealing with these things- it's not the same but I think I just needed to see someone else dealing with something similar today. Thanks for being that person.

[@guiawazlib9468]

The "oh no" i let out when i see big-storm-coming lady pop up

[@valeriedionne5061]

I'm so glad I found your channel, thanks for being so amazing! Every videos make my day better!❤

[@nellien4802]

I think you would love Crumbs (it's about a magical bakery!). The art is really cute and the story is adorable.

[@Fiona_Co]

Thank you for the reminder at the end of the video! I really needed that this week 💖 you’re right, it’s gonna be okay!!

[@dorotamakarzec5491]

the dog sweatshirt? are you kidding, I need it!!!

[@jessicapolson1]

You should name the other snail Millhouse because you got him when things were looking up!

[@allisonpaiges]

oh love this!!

[@jessicadavies1131]

Hi Ally, great vid as always!! just wanted to let you know that salt lamps can be toxic for cats bc of the high sodium levels so best to put it somewhere they can't reach it! :) x

[@jamie6512]

i rarely ever leave comments on youtube but i just wanted to say that i genuinely look forward to your videos each week - you seem so positive and bubbly and your passion about books and nature is so beautiful! you've really helped me come to terms with my chronic fatigue and migraines and learn that it's ok to pace myself (like a snail). i love your stuff and i hope you have a great day :)

[@cristinagray8]

Your reading vlogs are so uplifting for me especially now that I have been diagnosed with endometriosis and there is a lot of chronic pain to deal with and I love to watch your little victories and the joy you find in your everyday from the little things as essentials as a sunny day to a physical improvement after one of your migraines episodes which I am sure can be very debilitating. Your video arrived just in time for my post surgery recovery as a beautiful reminder that any little victory can be a huge source of happiness. Thank you Allison! ❤

[@ErinLouisee]

Another delightful vlog "sometimes there is sunshine and bubbles" awww !! As a bipolar mentally ill gal i can completely relate to one day your in the trenches and one day its like lol that never happened, sometimes I feel like I'm living a double life and i really admire your work ethic with editing and everything well done!! I want to make videos again but cant seem to feel comfortable in front of the camera yet i keep waiting to be/feel better but maybe i should just say fuck it but I'm terrified but also miss it ahh sending you all the spoons xoxo

[@fanofmanythings10]

not gon lie sis, but the "Herbert snail" looks like a cross between Winnie the Pooh and a Junji Ito character. Cute but also creepy lol

[@millievanillie24]

oh my goodness bunny is soo goood!!

[@JustReadingwithJazzy]

YOUR GOLDEN RETRIEVER SWEATER!!! I need one!! They look exactly like my pups!! Lol

[@AnnaShuk]

Sending you amazing healthy vibes 🫂💛 Hope you're doing better.

[@VeraFran]

I'm glad your week got better and sunnier. My month of May was a whole struggle. I had a tooth extraction scheduled to may 25 and I didn't realize the toll the expectation was taking on me until I had a bipolar crisis in the middle of the month. My emotions and focus were all over the place. Now that the surgery is over, wasn't scary at all and I'm recovering well, I'm feeling better and more like myself. Your videos help and inspire me a lot. They help me deal with my own stuff while cheering you on your own journey.

[@addunk355]

I don't think you know what a blessing you are! Thank you for the Sundays!

[@baeticat]

So thankful for your video and upload today. I've been overextending myself today so I'm taking some time for myself and watching your video ❤ sending you all the positive vibes for the coming week. ✨💙

[@fully_book_ed]

Thank you for the vlog❤ I'm currently in this kind of a hard and stressful and... period in my life and I really hope that I'll take care of myself and that it will be better. This video was a reminder that it is worth it and that I'm capable❤

[@theblairbookproject]

adding frizzy to my buy list cause I need more books about this topic!

[@theblairbookproject]

also i love herbert. his brother too. but herbert has my heart.

[@meagld]

omg I'm reading Beautiful Country too! I'm about halfway through and it's hurting my heart!

[@barborapatkova1676]

I read Beautiful Country a while back and loved it, also thank you for all the kind words

[@mintgirl910]

Frizzy is AMAZING! I love it so much! Highly recommend!

[@mckenzieryan389]

okay I thought it was just me struggling to comprehend Popisho... I have taken so so many notes omg. glad I am not the only one

[@normalast1616]

Good to see you again! yes I can relate to the body doing weird things, my legs are feeling a lot weaker this week and definitely getting concerned about them and having weird abnormal pain. yes, our bodies, great when they want to be, poo poo also when they feel like it. i feel the same way about getting old too although i will miss the colour of my hair. great vid like always.

[@toweringtbr]

I'm also a migraneur and keeping a food diary to find my triggers was very helpful. I really hope you have some great days soon.

[@covergirlbooks]

12:56 omg this framing is 👨🏻‍🍳 💋

[@kitreadsbooks7718]

sorry it was such a bad health week, but was great to see you having fun when it was possible. exciting dutch graphic novel! i was wondering if maybe some of the adsense money you could use to pay someone to do CC for your vids? would super help people with auditory processing issues or who are hoh.

[@allisonpaiges]

hi kit! this is such a great suggestion. i try to upload my videos a few days in advance so then the auto-CCs process in time and they're pretty spot on - if anything is wrong i try and go in and fix them up. i hope this is okay for now! i'll look into this :-)

[@AthynVixen]

Herbert and Horace? Haven't seen anyone else talk about Beautiful Country but I really enjoyed it. Gorgeous cover too! Hope next week is much better for you x

[@lxxy05]

the snails herbert and henry!

[@bestnarryever]

ally I’m so sorry you went through this again, but one thing that definitely helps me too (I have chronic pain too and your channel motivates me a lot to keep going) is that you always share the ups and downs of how our minds tricks us and just wow thanks for sharing cause it feels good to feel less alone ❤ woah I went everywhere but take care and sending you good vibes so you can enjoy the summertime ✨

[@kandraReadsSometimes]

Your videos are the best comfort every Sunday while I'm cleaning💕✨️🫶 AND I didn't know you knew Dana, I LOVED watching her and miss her channel. Stay happy and have a good week🌈💟

[@ellenwest4967]

I have found your channel last week and have already binged through so many videos because I love them so much🥰❤️‍🩹

[@prplrhinomilk]

I struggled so hard through Popisho and it got me into a terrible reading slump 😅 Had such high hopes too, WE R BUMMED

[@mgendjar56]

Thank you for another cozy video🥰

[@skyenicodemus1156]

Each new video gives me yet another thing to just absolutely love about this amazing human being, thank you ❤

[@zairarubira3939]

17:51 - Winnie the Pooh as a garden snail🐻🙂😂

[@xxlobke]

Sending lots of love 🪻🌻🫧🩷🌈🫶🏻

[@CaitlinSewsSometimes]

Lang weekend, vegan cinnamon rolls, Ally -> perfecte zondag, let's goooo

[@adamgentles1096]

Loved the love message at the end of the video ❤ thank you! Xoxo

[@nicolebannister8091]

Been looking forward to this all week!! Can’t believe how much I love your channel ally… it makes me want to start my own 🙈

[@SaraRose_cozy]

I was waiting impatiently for this video in the hopes you would share your thoughts about Bunny only to leave me on a cliffhanger!!! Ahhhhh can’t wait for the video where you do share!

[@allisonpaiges]

next week! hehe

[@booksandcat]

I'm excited that you're reading Bunny, can't wait to hear what you think of it! It felt like a combination of Mean Girls and Heathers to me, and it definitely lives up to the weird hype lol But i thought it was great! I've been getting a lot of headaches and migraines in the past month, when I never had much of an issue with them previously. I tend to try to power through any illness, which basically never works and tends to make things worse, but I feel like I'm wasting time if I just sit in bed and take it easy. So I really appreciate your videos and your reminders to take it easy and do things at your own pace. So thanks, and wishing you lots of great health days!

[@Amy-qb4tk]

I loved Bunny! No one else I've known has liked it, but I thought it was such a fun and freaky book once you let go and just let it take you where it wanted to take you

[@booksandcat]

​@@Amy-qb4tk yeah agreed, it was a little tough to get into but once I stopped overthinking it and accepted what was happening, I really enjoyed it! Do you have any recommendations for similarly weird books? I'd love to read more, and I feel like Dietland by Sarai Walker is kind of similar, but I can't think of anything else that has the same kind of vibes.

[@Amy-qb4tk]

@@booksandcat I haven't really found anything like bunny, honestly I'm also looking! Helen Oyeyemi's books read similarly, in that reality is very blurred and magical realism is present. Jeff Vandermeer who wrote Anihilation also gives similar vibes to me, like bizarre things just happen and it's up to the reader to decide how they will react to them.

[@booksandcat]

@@Amy-qb4tk ooo I've never heard of those authors but they sound great, adding to my TBR!

[@laurens_library_xo]

Herbert and Gilbert 🥹🐌

[@lxxy05]

I LOVE THIS

[@acupoftia11]

this was so wholesome☺️🥰🌸🌼✨🌺🌷🍀🪷

[@samwhatever9923]

I remember watching that video of you and dana lol when she visited you it was so cute

[@caitlancole9136]

Thank you for this video and for the reminder, this is just what I needed right now!