the art of living gently - a full year at the new cottage

the art of living gently - 1 year at the cottage
Celebrating one year at the cottage! I just wanted to make a video simply about spring and the rhythm of mindfulness that I have been adopting. I also want to mention the key to enjoying mindful and slow living (in my personal experience, it is different for everyone) is to completely let go of what you cannot control (while, of course, recognizing what you can), and embrace that life needs to be enjoyed today, as well as for tomorrow.
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[@DianaKayUSA]

So lovely. Barefoot outside reminds me of a quote from my forest-raised mother: “I find God with my feet in the mud.” 👣

[@josephstevens9888]

"I find God with my feet in the mud".... I like that!

[@KongRin446]

It's a second language to me, but it touches me well with that quote. Thank you for sharing!

[@thecarters4147]

I love that!

[@donnazentek2573]

I remember as a child walking in the cool soft mud by our river. I miss those days.

[@theelegantcatholic]

That is a deep quote if you think about it. Since we are the dust of the earth. 🥺❤

[@TheCottageFairy]

Celebrating one year at the cottage! I just wanted to make a video simply about spring and the rhythm of mindfulness that I have been adopting. I also want to mention the key to enjoying mindful and slow living (in my personal experience, it is different for everyone) is to completely let go of what you cannot control (while, of course, recognizing what you can), and embrace that life needs to be enjoyed today, as well as for tomorrow. Hope your week is wonderful!

[@Jomatsch]

Mavi wants to speak. I want to hear him end your video with a "life is good and I am blessed" purr.

[@siljekristinfursethhammert6387]

Living with cancer I have learned to let go of what I cannot control, and to enjoy the moment and the small things in life🩷 Thank you for this calming video, spring is the time for renewal and hope 🍃🌱

[@carmennatividad8804]

you are an amazing painter.

[@JohnSaxon-vw5vi]

Where has that 12 months gone and did you find any pixes in your amazing garden love it and I love you and your amazing channel please stay safe and healthy and praying 🙏 for you love your Aussie family friend John ❤❤

[@davidvincent2758]

I like your calm and calming voice

[@timhmetal3499]

Would love to see an animated short story series featuring the characters from your stories and art. I could see you creating a whole new world for children through animation. Respect and love...

[@nishanasworld5656]

❤

[@1HorseOpenSlay]

Oh my gosh yes! That would be wonderful!

[@devancarpenter9706]

I always look forward to your videos. I'm deep in a very hard time in my life right now, and there's no resolution anywhere in the near future. I'm watching my beloved husband struggle for his life on a ventilator. He's only 45. Bright spots are very few and far between, but, your videos are one of them. Thank you and God bless you, Paola 🌱⚘️💛

[@Jolieslips]

I think of you in this hard time! ❤

[@SisterShirley]

Dear Devan Carpenter, Just knowing that joy comes in all moments and sizes makes feeling it all the more special. May God and the Angels watch over your husband with love and comfort.

[@angib7345]

I just love your videos.

[@awildbecoming]

Sending you love and strength through these challenges ❤

[@Sophie-jf1nl]

Any updates on your husband? Sending you so much love during this very hard time

[@nancyelliott3653]

I LOVED the look you gave your pup when he was being Rude!😅🥰

[@MoonFlower52798]

me too! It was too cute! There is no need for apologies! 😀

[@swatidighe9415]

I am just glad this channel exists. Your voice is meditative ❤..

[@alesiabalan9311]

Hello! I'm a new viewer of yours, and your videos helped me more than you think! I sometimes used to cry for hours, because of stress, and fear. Every time I wanted to calm myself, I couldn't. You have suck a calm, beautiful voice, it reminds me of how my mother used to talk to me... It always helps me calm down, take a deep breath. I thank you for all the help you gave me through your videos!

[@jan.shifferd4181]

Watching this late at night. I have nights that sleep doesn't come easily. Your videos are always peaceful and relaxing. Thank you so much 💓

[@bbbadkitty9638]

Your videos bring such a sense of calm and peace to me. Your voice, your content , the surroundings....all of it is an oasis for the mind. Thank you.

[@lizgonzales1389]

Paola, you are such an inspiration! Your calm demeanor gives me such a good feeling! Thank you! 4-26-23

[@robbiesmoonmusic]

Your life is inspiring! Thanks for always sharing the cozy!

[@ewamarczak-cs5sr]

Witaj Paola wiosna to najpiękniejsza pora roku gdy wszystko budzi się do życia po długiej zimie ten zapach świeżości, kwiatów, trawy...po prostu jest przepięknie 🌷🌿.A dziś jest święto ziemi naszej pięknej planety... 🌱 🌸Pozdrawiam Ewa z Polski ❤

[@lauraismultifaceted]

Two thoughts inspired by this video that I wrote down as a reminder for myself ... * My personal power lies within my freedom and ability to make life enhancing choices. * Wisdom, experience, and sometimes pain teach me to let go of the things that do not nurture me.

[@lindahutchings5394]

Your creations are so soft and gentle, very inspiring.

[@MaryBeth1965]

Early spring is also my favorite time of year. 🌷 🧚‍♂️ 🌸 Paola, I wondered if you pray. I've heard you say that you meditate, which I feel is a sort of "cousin" to prayer. I do, and it brings comfort. 🙏 💕

[@jimcooper5447]

I got your Cottage Fairy Companion book this winter, but since the chapters begin with Spring, I had been holding off on starting so I can read each section with the seasons. From the first page, it's been magical, and I love "hearing" your voice when I read your words. I already know it's going be a treasured tome that I will re-read each year. 🙂

[@elizabethwidlund3859]

I'm the same! I received it for Christmas, and am reading it "seasonally". :)

[@butterflywings50]

I love your way of living. So gentle. So peaceful. Also LOVE your boots! If you’d like to share what kind they are, that would be fabulous! 🙏❤️

[@cirocasarin]

You're such a brave young woman. Thank you for the time you put into this and for the peace and inspiration you share with us. I feel more related to you than you would think and that is helping me in my own journey to a new life. I admire you and wish you the best in yours. Greetings from Argentina.

[@sunshinemachine6572]

Luscious forest green dress!

[@katem3961]

You are a gift to so many Paola. A year since you moved to your cottage, how quickly time has passed. I think you look, sound, and present as happier, stronger, and so settled. What strength a happy life brings. I wish you happiness and contentment always 💛 from Australia 😌

[@trudiswanson9855]

What a sweet thing to see you 'dancing on the beam'. Your imperfect cards will be bought with joy. Thankyou for continuing to impart (teach) the art of gentle acceptance of oneself. Hugs and love ❤ Thankyou. T.🇭🇲🐞

[@roserosa8276]

Good morning 😃 it’s nice to wake up and the beautiful land where you live. It’s also pleasant to hear you speaking. Thanks for sharing the oil recipe. If you have anymore recipes and do not mind sharing please could you include them on your videos. Thanks for your nice videos 💐

[@kdranna]

I wanna live a life like this😊😊 Thank you for making this video. It helps me to lighten the burden inside😔

[@JustineAdlong]

Your lovely kitty wants more screen time 💛 thanks for helping us all remember to be mindful!

[@tammyroyal7547]

What a serene video. Loved seeing the spring flowers & your fur babies 🩷 It is so easy to obsess over matters which we have no control. Getting out of your own head is the best thing you can do. Nature & my kitties help me with that. Who can think of anything bad when you have 5 one month old kittens tripping over each other, playing, sleeping? So adorable & sweet & good for distraction. Take care sweet fairy 💚

[@haru7811]

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[@charlesmiddleton3247]

Nothing like the Spring sensations all around you and feeling the energy of the flowers, soil and warmth of the sun. New beginnings and memories. Wishing all a pleasant day! Thank you Paola for a wonderful video.

[@user-jr2wx4tz4m]

I feel comfortable and relaxed while watching your video thank you so much.

[@radhika1339]

So serene, so soft, and such serendipity! 🙏

[@somepinkflowers]

Love your gentle collecting of wildflowers.💕🌸

[@flowergirl7260]

I have a cold right now, despite my best efforts, so your words and video were comforting. Thanks, Paola, Bunny & Cat for some charming reverie and daydreaming time.

[@hamix29]

Get well soon! 😊

[@kristinataddei8138]

I absolutely love how you give yourself permission to let the "child" in you out in the Forrest, barefoot, curious, content, and unapologetically free!!!....

[@aswanraniradhakrishnan4546]

Your story telling is awesome and mild background music is pleasing and stress relief.Thanks dear

[@janisharrismurray8508]

Oh gosh, that is so true! That the best part of drinking tea is holding the cup in your hands❤❤❤

[@tuto108]

Dear Paola, you are a great beauty, inside and out! Thank you for sharing so many lovely visions and images of the sweetness you find in the world and in your heart. Love!

[@juleyger8245]

I`m so in love with your videos, your way of life and your art! ❤

[@padaku_parul]

I am glad you didn't hurt yourself in that tumbling from the tree, it feels more connected with you the way you share all those everyday up and downs hehe thanks for such a great spring tour. Lots of love for you, take care

[@iCeleste7]

Beautiful video. I love the sounds like the crunching of your boots and crisp audio. Your voice would make a great audible narrator. This video is very Anne Green Gables meets Secret Garden.

[@amyjames6118]

Happy one year house-versary! Spring is the most wonderful time of year. A time to immerse oneself in the smallest things and get lost in wonder. You represent it so beautifully. Have a great week Paola 🌱💛

[@rosinasebolai5927]

Your voice is so calming Paola 😌, listening to you always makes my day. Let me get on with my day as it is 07h07 in the morning, I know your part of the world is asleep now it's around 01h07. Love and light

[@lindasteinbrenner8065]

Yes!! Spring! My daffodils have been blooming, and my tulips made their beautiful presence known. We had almost 80 degree weather last week and today a snowshower! Spring.. you just never know! 🌷

[@lisas2359]

I love when your bunnies hop around curiously your videos!! They are so sweet. I hope to one day have bunnies hoping around our home too (my little ones are quite sure it's a good idea but our cats are not convinced).

[@user-ni8ep1nk9u]

Thank you ever so much. Greetings and blessings from Greece.Yiota.🍒🍄🍀🌺

[@exinilda]

I love your art. Every time I receive an envelope I feel the peace and calmness from each print. They are beautiful Paola. ❤️🙏 thank you for sharing.

[@thegreekgoat98]

Your videos are better than movies.

[@anuradhawickramarathne9065]

Your KZbin channel is the place where i can bring peace to my mind to get relaxed after hours of studying. thank you!!🌹

[@korindaily]

Your videos are always so beautiful❤ and your life is so cozy ☺️ thanks for sharing this with us all🤗

[@haru7811]

☘️

[@larrykirby5036]

I feel so relaxed and at ease after watching your videos.

[@sarahjmorelli]

My favorite part of this video was your enchanted dance in the forest with the fairies and elves. 🍄🦋🌼

[@wesdenham282]

Thank you for being magical. We need that.

[@LindaLoganLDLCreationsLLC]

Beautiful...thank you. The tea sound wonderful, the flowers you found were a delight. Can hardly wait for the salve solution. Love you and God Bless!

[@desertrose128]

This video was like an ode to the serenity prayer. Lovely

[@maplewood65]

Thank you Paola for this lovely video. I love your videos, you are very special and wise beyond your years. As you said, there is so much beyond our control and it can be scary, but accepting that we cannot control everything is a move toward our inner truth....take care of yourself and have a good week!

[@RandomBeccaCDMX]

Your videos calm my brain like nothing else, thank you.

[@AC_2.4-10]

I know how much you’ve been yearning to get outside, so to see you enjoying it so much brought GREAT joy to my own heart! And oh, may we all come to find joy in the PRIVILEGE of getting older (love that!). And the metaphor of locking ourselves in a room; such rich truths in what you shared there. Absolutely adore your dress too - glad it survived the little "forest snag." Send much love to you, Paola. ☺❤💙🍄🌷🐰

[@LifewithAlegria]

Love how you showed the reality of the little mishap with the tree branch, but glad you didn’t get hurt. Another insightful video. So true what you say about fear. Thanks for sharing. Much love. 💕🌸

[@StopListenThink]

❤thank you for gently reminding me of this calming feeling ❤

[@haru7811]

☘️

[@joanneskett7041]

Thank you again for this lovely video, I’m having a particularly bad day with my mental health today and you have calmed me and made me cry xx you are a precious soul xx I really appreciate you xx 😢❤

[@mellome83]

Your videos feel like the cup of tea in my hand. Thank you for sharing your wonderful perspective with us.

[@ralucatudorancea7237]

Bless you and your family ❤ May you all enjoy a quiet life for all the.coming years! Sending all my love too. 😊🤗

[@bethyoung4030]

Love the video. As one who struggles with some anxiety, it is always good to hear a voice about being in nature/mindfulness/etc.

[@juniorprecoma6730]

Very gentle vídeo, girl. 💚💚 Very relaxing to be watching It.

[@BlueHorizons_HoosierPolitics]

That green dress is beautiful.

[@donnarakitzis2719]

Yes your posts are so peaceful. Thank you

[@joannag6992]

I love your freedom and natural wildness, when I walk bare foot in my park or lay on the grass to ground and do earthing people look at me like I'm nuts but I don't care, u made me smile 🌹

[@irmarios7957]

Enjoyed another one of your videos this week Paola...God's Blessings

[@nancymosley708]

I’m always in awe of the plants you have available to see, take snippets from and enjoy and paint. That is great that you can harvest the cottonwood and make some oils. As a Christian I am thankful that God gave us so much in nature to heal us and enjoy. It is a gift for sure and when we can make something for ourselves that is even better. I understand about worries and fears and I’ve been working through a book by Dr Jim Berg called Quieting your Noisy Soul. Again it is focused on The Bible so I know not everyone here would find interest but I share it here in case someone might as I have found it very helpful to pinpoint my anxieties that I might not have recognized were causing stress. Enjoy your spring. I love watching your fur babies and your creations. Thank you for sharing a piece of your world with us. Oh I’m always amazed at your wonderful leather boots that hold up in all kinds of weather. 😊🌸

[@AC_2.4-10]

I'm a follower of Christ too, Nancy, and Trusting God by Jerry Bridges was a life-changing book for me and my walk with the Lord. God bless and keep you! 🙏

[@nancymosley708]

That’s a great book

[@hajnalkafurman7859]

Thank you. Your soul is so beautiful.

[@herb-n-buckethomestead5874]

What a beautiful spring time in your woods. I just adore that sweet little white Bunnie. Had to giggle at you cat batting your hand. I was starting to to wander if your pup was okay then as if he picked up on my thought there was a soft little bark. Please know what joy your fur babies bring to me. Have a blessed week

[@painpixie]

So lovely and comforting to watch. Thank you for sharing! 🧚‍♀️

[@sharonjoan9997]

With gratitude: This is so soothing to my brain and heart and soul ❤

[@pierremajor8712]

It’s so peaceful and serene My Cat Karl is watching with me Thank you!

[@philomenaward1833]

Loved the woodland ramble and seing the spring magic in your world. Thankyou for sharing.❤

[@TheDee4705]

Simply peaceful.

[@sherry123]

❤ look so forward to your videos. They make me feel so calm and peaceful. Your have such a fairylike personality, sweetly magical. Take care and thank you!

[@moongold9025]

What lovely wildflowers you have to enjoy Paola. I'm sure within weeks they will be absolutely breaking. Your water colors look beautiful. So talented indeed. Your bunny is so adorable by the way.🤍 All the best to you and yours. Be well, be blessed.

[@debbiefletcher4781]

Thank you for your thoughtfully encouraging post this morning.

[@alexandramcleod2079]

Dear Precious Paola, I am so thrilled to have received some of your magical artworks over this past year. Thank you so much. Your channel helps bring out the slow gentleness within me and I thank you sincerely. Many blessings for the coming spring. May your life be abundant in all great things. With peace and ease, from Australia

[@yhannaknchbantigue1665]

I don't but I'm crying while watching this video, thank you for this apart of me made this video happy

[@caitlyn449]

Hello Paola🤗ah this video came at a perfect time. I’ve been quite restless lately and my mind has been lingering on past experiences of when people where quite unkind to me. I’ve also been remembering all the times in which I just witnessed people being very unkind to other people or just people saying very disgusting things. When you stop and actually listen to what some people are talking about you realize just how much filthy garbage is in some people’s minds and spirits. For some reason I grew increasingly disturbed by these memories all day and then…….. you uploaded this lovely video. It gave me so much calm! I cannot control what other people do and I cannot change my past experiences but I can choose to be in the present, focus on all the Good, and do everything in my power to be light in this world. Thank you so much Paola for being you and being a light in this world.❤️

[@caitlyn449]

Thank you❤️

[@Wildsobermama26]

Starting my Saturday with your beautiful & calming presence is such a gift. Thank you & many blessings to you sweet Paola❤️

[@nynkeandreae7008]

I'm 25 and I still get scrapes and bruises from climbing, walking on little walls, skipping around and all those, generally considered childish, things. But I'd rather live with the scrapes and bruises than without the happiness all those things give me! Always find some time for your inner child!

[@rebeccakidder1397]

Thank you Paola for taking us along on your walk. I needed that this morning. I am a animal lover also, so enjoy yours.

[@loves2spin2]

I've never seen the yellow bells! Very sweet. We have "Yellow rockets" here and they are the earliest blooming wildflower in our forest. They are also entirely edible so I always nibble on a few. I was afraid your bunny was going to nip your little plants! Now, still in April, I could never lay on the forest floor. The poison ivy is sprouting and ticks are abundant. What a lovely video. Thank you.❤

[@RedMapleCanada]

Beautiful video! Your pets are gorgeous! 😍👍

[@susanross1651]

I loved this video, I love spring, it’s just starting for us here in the UK. I love your green dress too, so elegant & feminine, even your cup & saucer is beautiful. You constantly surround yourself with beauty & nature, I’m trying to do the same x

[@marylynnjohnson4597]

Thank you so much for sharing a bit of yourself in these videos. It touches my heart ♥️ every time. For me to see your honesty and sincerity shine through is a rare commodity these days.

[@TheEmpressgoth]

Thanks for sharing a moment 🙏 😊 glad you didn't tumble and looking forward to the next 😀

[@wildrosecece]

We are experiencing a very slow, cool Spring in Massachusetts; flowering plants not blooming as usual, no chipmunks or rabbits yet. Can’t control anything, for sure. So must accept it all. Love to everyone.

[@morningwoodfarms713]

Paola, you and your lifestyle are absolutely precious!😊 ...Just reminding you of that! 🤗🌲💐👑💞

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

Thank you for another beautiful and peaceful video. Thank you for leaving in the animal friends' interactions. The flowers are lovely!

[@lulaslife13]

Feels like you've been there longer than a year 😮 ! Blessed Spring Season, Paola ❤ 🌱 🌸 .

[@gabriellagirardi4741]

I also love Spring, it is a season which brings joy, as nature open its beauty and our eyes can enjoy all its wonders. Thank you.

[@rrichardson53]

April here in WA has been so cool and wet but next week promises to be warmer and no rain! I’m loving the trees and flowers in bloom. I had to laugh to see your dress catch on the downed tree as you moved off. Glad it didn’t rip or you hurt yourself. Love your kitty and adorable bunny❤

[@TheMennomilist]

yeah! Watch out for the pixies! Hooray for hanging out in the meadow and dancing and sitting on logs. It is so nice. Congratulations on your year at your cottage. Love your water coloring! Very beautiful. Your cup is adorable that you are drinking your tea with. I used to tell my husband how If I had a collection of things, I would want them to be cute teacups, but I am a cocoa drinker and a minimalist who has little room for storing or displaying them anyway. I'll just enjoy seeing yours. The thing you mentioned at the end of your video about getting your dress caught. . .this is why my husband has stopped letting me get white dresses and skirts. I get too muddy and dirty in the woods or climbing trees and such. I am not good at keeping light colors clean!

[@beautyamongashes8378]

We make cottonwood balm every year. When I’m impatient I will heat the buds in coconut oil and very gently simmer them for about 3 hours…then strain and add bees wax. We use it as a diaper cream, homemade Neosporin, lip balm and pretty much anything skin related it will fix! These buds are in so much abundance in the pnw…I’ve also noticed my husband’s cottonwood allergy has decreased since using it!

[@2pie2mash]

Hey Paola ✨️ Thank you for the enchantment, and enrichment you pass on to us, your merry band of followers. 'The most beautiful things are not associated with money; they are memories and moments. If you don't celebrate those, they can pass you by' Stay Safe Always 🧡🌸☮️🕊☯️🐕🐈🐇🪶🍁🌹🌷🪻🍃☘️🌲

[@walaby5126]

you live in such a beautiful place. i love your art. hope you having a good day. wow i cant believe its been a year.

[@patricialamoureux2219]

I love my cards, bookmarks and stickers. Thank you 🌟

[@libbysworld7649]

Congratulations! That year went by awfully fast! Such a calm and serene video. Thank you for being consistent with this in your content.

[@giuliapariz]

yours videos give me so much peace 💗