THE COZIEST SOLO FALL DAY || bookstores, cafes, & art museums (it also happens to be my birthday :)🍁

Hello, dear friends!
My birthday was Wednesday, October 27th, and really really wonderful in every single way-- I'm so immensely grateful for the life I live and the people that make it wonderful. Somehow still, though, I manage to get the birthday blues every year.
I managed to mostly escape the blues this year by taking myself on many solo adventures, including: a visit to the birthday bridge, a perusal of a small bookstore, getting my haircut, wandering through the art museum, enjoying a cozy drink at a cafe and more!
Thank you so so so much for being here, friends, you made my birthday much less blue 💙
BIG hugs,
Morgan
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[@christinaheesakacowden-wut3809]

I just turned 56 in September. I am 30 years older than you dear Morgan. I found your channel today and thought it so beautiful and refreshing. You know, lonelyness and beeing alone are two different things. One can feel lonely, even in a big crowd. Lonelyness is a state of mind, whereas beeing alone is a physical state. The good news is, that lonelyness is a self made feeling, due to wrong thinking. If you turn your inner talk around, you will see, how things are going to change for you. I love beeing alone sometimes and enjoy the peace and quiet. I also enjoy good company sometimes, but am always glad to go back home into my "castle" and pull up the draw bridge. ;-) If you feel lonely, whatch out for your thoughts in your head. What are the voices telling you to make you feel the way you do? Do not believe these voices. Start saying things you want to experience and focus on that. Do a focus wheel, like Abraham Hicks recommends. It really helps. Huggs from Rose-Cottage, Schurwald Forest, Germany.

[@TheCottageFairy]

Happiest of birthdays! What a lovely video, thank you for sharing your light 🤍

[@turaieszter]

I love the vibes and the light that the videos of Morgan and yours give me

[@MorganLong]

Thank you so very much, friend 🤍

[@rheahutchinson2059]

Wonderful to see my two favorite KZbinrs cheering each other on!

[@donnie31]

@@rheahutchinson2059 much agreed!!!🤍

[@bonnievalverde77]

Hello from another Octoberbaby🧡10/16🎂 (much older) Happy Belated Birthday🎉✨I came across your channel, new follower, your vlogs are so Serene & lovely! 🍂🍁🍂

[@angelaw7619]

It would be so cute if one of your illustrations was you at your birthday bridge with your arms up like that!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@monica_.]

Yes!!!🙌😍

[@Annie-px7lw]

I am glad to know your KZbin channel. I am an Asian woman who has been living in Portland for 3 years. I lived in division street for 2 years and moved to pearl district last October. I am a housewife in 40's. I am not good at English, To be honest, I am writing this using Google translator. At the powell book store you went to I bought that 'Anne of green gables',and also my the most favorite movie is ' You've got mail.😊 Anyway, it was so~~~nice and HAPPY to meet person who lives in Portland for the first time on KZbin. So enjoy this beautiful autumn and stay warm.🍁

[@landonthings]

This might just be my favorite vlog yet… actually, it absolutely is. What a lovely birthday Mo, such a great 26th year of life 💛

[@landonthings]

100% my favorite so far. Confirmed. 🙌🏼 You are hitting your stride Mo!!!

[@MorganLong]

Thank you so so much, Lan!!

[@MorganLong]

I love you so very much ❤️

[@tamelinbrown6114]

Could you two be any cuter?! I don’t think so. 😉❤️

[@Irenexvre]

Ok but can't for the premier cuz in the past 2 I wasn't there omg so happy

[@Rkive.wonderland]

I believe you are meant to find things at the exact time you need them. I have been having a few hard days lately with my self confidence. I found your KZbin channel today and have been watching nonstop. Thank you for being honest, thank you for sharing your light and joy. The last point you made in your video, I rewatched 5 times because I just needed to hear it. I wrote it down in my journal to come back to it and reflect.

[@kittyquinn004]

Your videos are like a warm mug of happiness and comfort 💚

[@colbyldominique]

The cinematic shots this girl gets on her own are STUNNING and SO impressive. Happy birthday!! 💖

[@RoselinBooksOfficial]

I love these videos. Do they make me a little jealous? Yes, but they also remind me to count my blessings and appreciate what I have and the magic of the every day. Thank you so much for these

[@amybennett1530]

The birthday bridge is beautiful thank you for sharing.

[@ASMRconKiki]

Happy Birthday, dear Morgan ❤️ thank you for gifting us with such an adorable, cozy vlog ❤️ You’re a blessing in this world. Your videos are so sweet and inspiring and comforting. A big hug!

[@MorganLong]

Thank you so so very much, friend ❤️ This was indeed a big hug for my soul ❤️

[@ercantemir7557]

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[@annainbudapest1261]

good friendships are most important. Life never goes as planned, even when you plan my dear, I am 56 years old born and raised in canada, sn now im in budapest Hungary.

[@xhesianavreto7500]

Hey Mo happiest of your birthday wowow the video was amazing ❤️❤️

[@kaiju_k5042]

Sometimes your birthday can come with so much pressure for the day to feel so extra special that it's actually emotionally draining. This was such a lovely vlog and the live chat was magical, I think I teared up twice watching the whole thing. I hope you know how brave you are Morgan, brave enough to pursue your best life ever, that's courage! Life is funny, it's not about eliminating all your fears or even insecurities but building tools within ourselves to get through them so we can enjoy the happy days that are sure to come as well. Happy Birthday!

[@innerding]

From a much older viewer, keep being self aware you’re doing a good job. You’re going to have highs and lows throughout your life. The best thing you can is feel your feelings, accept the good along with the bad and maintain an attitude of gratitude.

[@robynkahle7240]

Every year on my birthday, I take the day off from work. I do something special for myself, I figure celebrating another year of life is worth the effort. It’s always something I look forward to. Hope your birthday was the best!!!

[@toddbelanger1923]

That might have been my fav video of all time...Happy Birthday ..your wayyyy to cute...awww..So sweet...heart warming to the max...:) Your Loved..:)

[@natschrodinger9891]

Eu amo esse canal, fico feliz que você tem uma amiga brasileira. Bem vinda ao Brasil, Morgan

[@galinas5984]

Morgan, happy birthday 🥳! Enjoy yourself, oh wondrous you ! 💋❤️ Your performance with Landon is amazing. 🥰🤍 Be happy, be creative, be yourself ever!!! My BIG HUGS TO YOU ! 🎂☀️

[@shanawilson1178]

That stencil was so creative and dancing in front of it was so sweet. Happy Birthday Friend!!!

[@angiemettler8770]

Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday Dear Morgan!!! Happy Birthday to you!!!!!

[@rebeccamorrison1313]

Happy Birthday Morgan!!! You're such a soothing person. You're like Xanax for my soul.

[@jessbent]

I visited the same art museum and coffee shop this summer! It's neat we can all connect through different shared experiences

[@vanconferenceinterpreting]

The birthday bridge is exotic and charming! You have a such a sweet and lovely heart❤ It warmed my heart too, thanks Morgan

[@Life-ll1xs]

I always feel so safe & calm here 🙌🏻

[@annaalm18]

Your positivity is contagious, your smile is heartwarming and refreshing, lovely

[@PDogB]

Thanks for sharing your special day with us! It was nice to see Portland opening up and how I remember the city. Your bridge is lovely this time of year! My favorite part of this video was the the Grand Budapest dancing! What a fun day!

[@angelamarcinkevich9202]

Landon that's an awesome gift .

[@talitharosanna946]

Happy birthday, Morgan! Thank you so much for sharing your day with us! Sending you lots of love and hugs x

[@AnastasiaHal]

Happy belated birthday 🎂 Morgan! I wish you love and happiness! Thank you for being here and making all these beautiful videos!

[@phoebe8094]

My dear sweet wonderful Mo! I swear you always know EXACTLY what I need to see or hear. I have been thinking about art museums for WEEKS now. And how I realized I had not been to one in years!!! And then I see THIS, and it's exactly the push I need. It's a sign telling me to stop thinking and just GO.

[@kellyboudreau7989]

Happy Birthday!!! Sometimes God brings us into loneliness to get us closer to Him! Your birthday looked like a special and beautiful day! You are very blessed!

[@brigittarusli]

I agree Kelly. 😊 I struggle with loneliness but that brings me closer to the Lord.

[@Soniawithani]

Knowing that I am a child of God helps me not feel lonely. I know he is always there.

[@living4himjoshayden]

Totally agree! We should live to please our Savior.

[@emilyzena7070]

Happy Birthday! You deserve a fantastic day and I related so much to your thoughts on putting other people's comfort ahead of your own. Your hair cut is gorgeous. It still feels lovely to have a new haircut, though, and is such a mood booster.

[@myfinevoice5158]

The messages at the end are very convincing to me 😌 Like a reassurance because you're the living product of 'one day, life will be okay' - my favourite quote of all time - at least it does to me. I know it's too late to say this but, it's better than never, so, Happy Birthday, Morgan 🥳 Thank you for existing.

[@christina7078]

Happy Birthday my friend. I have never felt alone when I actually have no one around me expect my cat Molly, but I have felt lonely when I have my roommate or my brother are here. Their are times when I connect better to the youtubers I watch then to the people that are in my life. As for having my the life I want not even close and I am 41 years young. I love the hug and I give a hug back. I too had no one around for my birthday. I just smile and did the things that would keep me smiling all day long.

[@ACuppaBookswithAriel]

Happiest of Birthdays to you! Thank you for sharing yourself and your art with us. I hope you have the loveliest turn around the sun as you move into this next year of life. Happy Birthday!

[@user-nb5sh4bl7h]

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[@spinstercatlady]

Happy happy birthday, lovely lady! Your hair looks beautiful. When I was your age, I also dealt with loneliness and feeling like I always needed to be in company. As I've gotten older though, I definitely enjoy my alone time now and am much more comfortable saying no to invitations I don't think I'll thoroughly enjoy. Life is too short to spend too much time doing things that aren't fulfilling! Looks like you had a wonderful day, and here's hoping a fabulous rest of your birthday weekend 🐦💜 ETA WOW that cutout is too fun!!

[@saramonson9276]

Happy Birthday, Morgan!!! I hope that this next year brings you all of the good things!! I adore you and am so grateful for you and your videos, they make me smile and encourage me to see the beauty in life. Thank you for everything, Morgan, and happy birthday!!!

[@brigittarusli]

Hello Morgan!!❤ Thank you for your videos. It is a wonderful start for my weekends. Happy 26th Birthday. 💗❤ I am sorry you had a the Birthday Blues 😞 Reminder: You are NEVER alone you have this community. We all love you very much!❤😙 Have a cozy autumn weekend Morgan, Landon, and Roo.

[@JacquelineCaron]

Morgan - I love watching / re-watching your videos ... doesn't matter how old they are. You are such a beautiful person - inside and out. thank you for sharing your 'day to day' life. You and Landon are adorable - and Monsuier Rou too! Your birthday cinnamon rolls were the perfect birthday treat! looking forward to many more videos - your book shopping/discussions are my favorite. I also love when you ( and Landon, with his wonderful landscape/city shots ) take me exploring the beautiful area you live in. I hope some day you can visit the New England area - I live in Maine and the coastal scenic spots are breathless... hope you and Landon get to experience them some day. xo Jacqueline

[@Irenexvre]

Ohh and also Happy birthday to the most amazing person Mo ❤️❤️❤️

[@flowermoon2640]

My heart feels like sunbeams in a morning forest. This video is so healing that the wounds in my heart don't feel as bad as before. Thank you for what you're making and for being you 💛. Happy birthday :).

[@JadziaCee1977]

Happy Birthday Morgan! Thank you for such a wonderful video. And thank you for always willing to be so vulnerable with us and sharing your fears and your joys. Just like another commenter on here said, I am 44 years old and have never felt like I have my life together. It is very inspiring that you have discovered your passion in life and you are able to make a living at it. Your birthday dance party with Landon was so cute! Wishing you a wonderful weekend.

[@patriciatrovatti393]

Incredible. I am from Brazil! You will be very welcomed here, Morgan. I can not wait for this moment, you in Brazil! Thank you for the video! Happy Birthday. I wish you the best!

[@ilgn5034]

Happy birthday Morgan!!! I love you so much. You're really special for me💙🖼

[@luciagarone1006]

Happy 26th Birthday sweetie. Wish you all the best and enjoy your special day. Follow your dreams, your heart ❤ and always never give up on the things you love to do . Never change who you are. You're beautiful inside and out. You're full of life, a fun bubbly girl. Always with a gorgeous smile on your face. Sending you positive vibes and a big hug. Have fun on your birthday my beautiful soul.🎂😍🥰❤

[@anamariagavrila6166]

Happy Birthday Morgan! You are an intelligent and stunning girl! You deserve every second of pure happiness.

[@MariaMedeiros]

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY! I wish you all the best. May all your dreams and wishes come true. Thank you for sharing your life online. Thank you for making beautiful videos that inspire. You are amazing and I truly wish you all the best. Enjoy each moment!

[@somero2350]

I so enjoyed your birthday vlog. The art museum looked amazing. Happy 26th birthday. Life is all about loving and growing. You are such a smart and talented young woman. Thank you for your videos. God bless.

[@zaasaa_art]

Happy birthday dear Morgan. I just wanted to say I loved your beautiful honesty in the video and I feel myself closer to you.🤍 We all experience down times in our lives or have insecurities that suffer us. It's so important to be kind and sympathetic toward other people because we have no idea what they are going through. ✨

[@jazminbennett4410]

Oh Morgan! You made me tear up on your last quote of your video. I needed that! I have been having trouble with my season of motherhood. I have been loving it and not loving it but like all mom sometimes get lost in pleasing everyone and your children that I have forgotten myself. My heart seriously skipped a beat. I need to take time for myself and enjoy MYSELF. I miss dating myself back when it was only me. I forgot how lovely it is to be alone and enjoy the peace of my spirit and the love I have it. Thanks for the reminder. ❤️❤️🥰

[@jazminbennett4410]

P.s. HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎂

[@Life-ll1xs]

She has such a cozy positive energy! 🙌🏻✨💭

[@rosieslade8227]

Happy belated birthday 🎂Morgan ! It was also my daughters birthday last week on 29 th (35) ! I do so admire you for all you achievements! Your openness, you know yourself so well ! I’m still learning the basics at 65 ! 😆😆 you uplift my days ....thank you honey! 🙋‍♀️✨😘😘

[@denaknox]

Happiest of birthdays, Morgan!! I understand the birthday blues. I don’t know that there is an age where you realize you have your life together. I’m 45, and I still don’t know. But I think it’s great to embrace your life’s journey wherever it’s at. Trust that if you follow your heart and your faith, it will lead you in the right direction. Side note: I love the shadow cutout gift!

[@NakiasHideaway]

So true. I'm 42 and still figuring out life. That's the beauty of life. 🖤

[@anna-ts5ju]

I'm so happy to know that you will visit Brasil! If you come to Sao Paulo, I need to meet you! ❤❤ I love your videos, friend

[@jaqueschuhmacher5685]

Hey, Morgan :) I’m watching this on the first day of 2022 and it’s been the loveliest and coziest way to start the new year. I’m so grateful that I have found your channel this past year. You’re a bright shiny star 🌟 thank you for helping me see life the way you see it. I was also very happy seeing you have such a good friendship with Talita, since I’m also Brazilian. Sending my best wishes and lots of love 💖

[@annevanbrunschot7235]

What a beautiful video with beautiful music, beautiful lessons and beautiful creatures. I'm taking time off social media, but your video's are the only thing I still keep track of and watch because they are so wholesome and make me feel so good and teach me not to compare myself to anything that is not myself yesterday. Happy belated birthday Mo, I wish you many years full of more beautiful music, beautiful lessons and beautiful creatures.

[@ruth-yh9bm]

wow! autumn in Portland looks beautiful! and that bridge seems so magical ✨ happy birthday Morgan!

[@yourbookladykatie]

I am so glad you are learning these things at your age. I didn’t learn these things until the pandemic hit. 40 was my lonely year. I turned 41 this summer, and I finally know who I am and what I want.

[@andreeastiopu1831]

Happy blessed birthday, dear friend! Thank you! You are a wonder! 🤗

[@deborahmeyers7839]

Happy birthday darling Morgan blessings and every dream come true for you. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kawtaramrani9507]

Oh my God Morgan you should do a Read With Me at the birthday bridge! It’d be absolutely magical!

[@blipereira5485]

Happy birthday Morgan! Thank you, so much for your wonderful videos! You brighten my days! :)***

[@karenl6805]

Happy birthday Morgan Thank you for always send us encourage message on you video. I want to send you a “hug” too thank you again for all the wonderful videos you put up. Keep up and remember to always put yourself first before others because we must be healthy ourselves first before helping others.

[@lesliebroderick7849]

Alone times makes reading time. Happy belated birthday. Your hair looks fantastic

[@Jasminejadelilacreads]

Thank you for sharing your birthday with us, I hope it was a lovely time!

[@susanmarkoch8213]

I’m so glad you enjoyed your birthday!! Please keep celebrating all through the weekend……you deserve it! Can’t wait for the new vlog. It’s the highlight of my day😍

[@alh9477]

Happy birthday Morgan I love your videos and enjoy them very much. you and London are blessed to have each other and be together... I will keep you both in my prayers. Maybe some day I will find what you and Landon have God bless you both... have a wonderful day😃

[@kstari]

Happy Birthday! So glad I found your channel recently ❤️ I have to say I’m 46 and feel way more uncertain of my path than I did at 26! I think it’s very common to feel this way.

[@rebeccaashley8272]

Happy birthday Morgan 🎂🎈🎉. Wishing you happiness and success and all the best for the future. Beautiful vlog and the hairstyle look so beautiful on you!😍❤👍

[@contraddizioneambulante7444]

Hello Morgan, I discovered your channel only some weeks ago and I have to say I love you videos 😍 Thank you for the passion you put in them, for the atmospheres given and for your kind words ♥️ happy birthday from Italy ♥️

[@Claudia_Saenz]

That bridge, that place is breathtaking. I can picture that on a postcard!!! Happy Birthday, Morgan!

[@coffeeandbooks91]

Happy belated birthday!! 🥳 I hope you had a wonderful day! I love watching your videos, especially when we get to see parts of Portland. I love that sign, Landon is very creative! 😊

[@angelamarcinkevich9202]

Morgan Happy Birthday, hope your day was amazing , just like you .Many more hapoy blessings .

[@thecozyfeather]

Thanku for this, I always struggle with loneliness and thought that if I spent time making videos and stuff about what I do that it meant I wasn't okay with being alone. But I really enjoy the thought of sharing my life with others and also knowing that I'm not the only one who feels this way!

[@annab.kingsley1379]

I am from Brazil and I loved to know you are coming here. Hope you have a great time!

[@grannyp.w.4343]

Happy Birthday 🌻❤️🌻🎂enjoyed being there to celebrate with you! You are a gift!

[@solfranco5536]

Feliz cumpleaños Morgan, cada vez adoro mas tus vídeos, son tan dulces, gracias por compartirnos esas vibes tan positivas y esperanzadoras reflexiones un abrazo grandee. ❤ Un saludo desde Argentina 🇦🇷

[@alex_lukovic]

Happy birthday Morgan, wishing you happy life and at least half a million subscribers because you really deserve every single one of us ✨🍀 Cheers to you! 🍻

[@marta.r.correia]

Belated Happy Birthday, Morgan 🥳 As always, perfect video! I find most of what you said very relatable. Thank you so much for sharing 💛

[@odalis6177]

Otro bello video. ¡Feliz cumpleaños 🎉🎂🌷🎈! Es muy gratificante tener amigos de diferentes nacionalidades.

[@monica_.]

Happy of the happiest (belated) birthdays Morgan!!! I loved seeing you so happy and I'm proud of you for working on feeling more comfortable when you're alone. The moment at the hairdresser was absolutely endearing and relatable, I felt a lump in my throat and felt so moved for you being finally able to afford it!! (Landon's incredible ability as a hairstylist notwithstanding). Thank you always for being so open and vulnerable, you don't know how helpful it is to hear you sharing your sincere reflections on life and yourself; I relate so much to what you said about focusing on other people's experience instead of your own, it's exhausting and I'm ecstatic for you finally finding good friends with whom you can just relax and feel safe. Your friends are very lucky to have you, and we are too. I wish all the blessings in the world and please keep being your wonderful self!! 🎂🌻☀️💛✨🌟🎉🥳

[@madlynd8069]

Happy birthday Morgan 🥳 Can’t wait to watch your video 🥰

[@amandaolin8720]

Happy happy birthday! I just stumbled upon your videos not so long ago! They have brought me a lot of joy and comfort-I really appreciate you. I am a Portlander living in Tennessee for school and watching your videos helps me be a little less homesick. Would love to be friends!

[@charlyne3658]

Love this video Morgan! Happy birthday 💛🎂

[@fertilevessel1271]

Happy birthday! Things that I wonder about:- 1. What’s your story with Portland? Did you grow up there? Move there? Love to see a little biographical video 2. What’s the general vibe of Portland? As someone from the UK with no reference for this city it looks fascinating. Tell us more about it! Ps Your hair looks GREAT. PPS Thank you for your creations 💫❤️

[@kaileyllewellyn]

I'm so happy I found your channel whenever I was looking for bookshop vlogs. I absolutely love how positive you are or try to be and you're just a ray of sunshine. I hope your birthday was filled with all the adventures that you could ever dream of. Also I'm 24 so I love watching people's channels that are in their 20's as well. Always looking for inspiration and relaxing things to watch. Can't wait for more content from you. Hope you have a blessed rest of your week!

[@rebeccazahn5299]

Happy, happy birthday beautiful. Just so you know, I found you a few days ago. I’m 46, 20 years older than you, but I don’t feel it. You have quickly stolen my attention and have become one of my favorite people to spend time with on YT. 💛

[@xusblasco5563]

Happy belated birthday, Morgan! Thanks 💐🍁💫

[@lexikay9326]

Happy Birthday! Your message spoke volumes to my heart today.

[@erincarter5061]

Happy birthday, sweet girl! Such beautiful growth and gratefulness in your video. ☺️

[@legendaryreader39]

Your videos are always so aesthetically pleasing. Thank you for sharing and happy belated birthday 🎂🥳🎉🎈🎁

[@adnaferreira1319]

That's amaaaaaazing Morgan. I'm brazilian and I just love your channel very much! Can't wait for you to come and visit Brazil. Happy birthday and God bless you!!♥

[@charlidamelio9862]

Happy birthday friend and such an incredible video so thankful to be here and thank you for sharing your birthday's and all of these wise words

[@GeorgieCora]

I'm glad you have a lovely birthday Morgan 😊 thank you for sharing how you feel ❤️

[@Kyle4k9]

Happy Birthday, Morgan! Another beautiful video. The bridge is the perfect birthday metaphor: a still point under which time is passing. I saw that for all the water flowing under the bridge, there was plenty still coming. My own birthdays are significantly more numerous than yours. There has never been a day in which life seemed like a product; it's always a process. You are wiser than I was at 26, and everything is going to be awesome. "Letting the days go by, let the water hold me down Letting the days go by, water flowing underground..."

[@tamelinbrown6114]

Love that song! And such a great metaphor with the bridge. ❤️

[@bookishpixiestitches7238]

Wishing you the most wonderful of birthdays Morgan 💜 thank you for sharing, I too struggle with feelings of loneliness and really am grateful that you expressed these feelings, it helps to know others experience them too. Also you and Landon dancing us the best. 💜💜

[@samuelleask1132]

You might have the most wholesome content on KZbin. So glad I found your channel 😌 hope you had a wonderful birthday!

[@MorganLong]

Thank you so much, friend!

[@cunninglilcutie]

WHOA that projector thing was the COOLEST birthday gift ever!!! I'm so proud of you Morgan for everything you've accomplished this year and everything you've learned, and for being brave enough to share it.