The first day back from university for Christmas

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😇 How old are you? 23
📝 What are you studying? I am set to start my MA in English Literature at Oxford this autumn.
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📝 Have you written a book? My life goal is to be a published author and make a living from writing and I am using this year to gain experience, build up a portfolio and work on a book with my agent. I have just finished the final draft of that book, as you can see in this video. I did self-publish a book about bullying when I was seventeen which is available on Amazon (amzn.to/3mdJKLm), but I'm slightly embarrassed by it now!
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[@tofucat8141]

This is so lovely! Also very funny to hear you talk about Charles Leclerc as a piano player and not a formula 1 driver, which is what most people know him from haha

[@bubblypop95]

When I heard Ruby say Charles Leclerc I had to stop for a second. Totally forgot that he played the piano haha

[@agnieszka9806]

"It is I, Leclerc"

[@parcalibulutlu]

Me, a 31 yo woman, watching and being proud of how far you’ve come 😊

[@nastasi_r]

your videos motivate me so much because i have some troubles in studying and i'm a bit disappointed in the university that i've chosen. but when i see you i always smile and your incredibly bright energy inspires me a lot. thank you for this!

[@linda4335]

Oh no why´s that? :( Which uni are you attending?

[@nastasi_r]

moscow state university@@linda4335

[@AshnaVaidya]

Same feeling about my course and im 2 years in…:( I hope it gets better for you! 🌟

[@yousaidforever]

​@@linda4335don't ask where people attend uni

[@happy_reads]

I’m in the same situation, I am very disappointed about my university, and watch Ruby’s videos is the best for my 🙌🏻, I really like all the English mood, the rain specially 🥰

[@hockeyvaughnfan]

Ahh Charles Leclerc :) There is a bit of a story behind the titles he used. He began composing little bits of music as a way of taking his mind off the day job of being an F1 driver between races. Somehow he was persuaded to release some and didn't want them to have a "real" title as such because he thought that would sound professional and he does not consider himself an artist. Anyway, his race engineers suggested that he use the title of races and so he used the shorthand naming convention the teams use. AUS was for Australia, 23 is for the 2023 season. The other two were named after Miami and Monaco. Sadly after that he was just too busy with the racing to be home enough to record any others I think, but hopefully it's not the end of his music "hobby"

[@val.ermina]

Wow, I really wasn't expect to see the name of one of my favorite racing drivers here. Charles is talented indeed 😅 This song is called AUS23 because it was released during the race weekend in Australia this year. And the second one is called MIA23 because there was a race in Miami. And yes, have a great Christmas, Ruby ❤

[@jesekreanne]

I am constantly spreading the gospel of just plain brown paper for wrapping gifts. I don't use stamps, but I love just letting the ribbon & gift tags shine! And then it's all recyclable!

[@rubyfruin9443]

Ruby, the title AUS23 1:1 is because he released (and presumably made) the song during the Australian Grand Prix this year!

[@magpie_mel]

My left-handed self appreciates a non-spiral bound planner 😉. Wishing you and your family a lovely Christmas, Ruby...you continue to be a huge inspiration.

[@danoott_]

Hi! Big Formula 1 fan here! Charles Leclerc is a Formula 1 driver for Ferrari, but besides racing he also shares his passion for playing the piano. He started releasing his music this year and the titles of his music actually refers to certain Grand Prix' of this year. AUS 2023 actually refers to the 2023 Australian Grand Prix! I am so proud he is sharing his music and I am delighted to hear you enjoy it so much! Have a wonderful Christmas

[@cornflakegirl4811]

Have wonderful and relaxing Christmas days with your beloved ones ... I love your "basic" to-do list because I think you deserve a bit of rest and free space to do whatever you feel like. I haven't commented so far because I have just discovered your channel. I am a 46 year old German and English teacher from Germany and you have been an amazing source of inspiration for me. I admire your talents, your refined taste and your determination and passion for your studies. Because of you I started to rediscover my past "book maniac" days, where reading and literature has been my heart and soul. While watching your videos I can feel that spirit again and I have just recently started a book journal! Thanks so much for your beautiful content and by the way: please draw those beautiful watercolour wreaths on little cards and then stick them on the gifts, so that those pieces of art can be preserved and kept after being unwrapped.... ❤

[@ioanagrancea6091]

Same feelings about Ruby. 37 year-old teacher here :)

[@Chris-cw4cm]

Agreed! :-) Same age, profession and location:-)

[@GAballetfan]

So cool! I've been reading "A Christmas Carol" to an elderly homebound friend and the last part we read included that passage =) Dickens can just make you see, smell and hear the tableau... Merry Christmas from GA, USA

[@MrQuistus]

Charles Leclerc is a professional Formula 1 driver, and the title "AUS23" refers to the Australian Gran Prix :)

[@shadowdancingpoetry]

This was very cosy and it put me in the mood for Christmas. Wishing you a relaxing holidays and a merry Christmas!

[@heathertxuk]

Ruby, thank you for bringing back sweet memories of watching Charlie and Lola with my sons (who are now 22 & 19). We also read A Christmas Carol every year as a family. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Texas! 🎄😊🇺🇲❤️🇬🇧

[@YourTrueShelf]

Lovely to see you back at home, Ruby, for some relaxation. Love watching your Christmas traditions each year. Thank you for another year of wonderful content. Merry Christmas to you and your family xx

[@sarahm6099]

I'm not sure if you know cause you didn't mention it but Charles Leclerc is a huge Formula 1 driver who just makes a bit of music sometimes on the side.

[@klaudiaclaire177]

You're such a bright person. I've been watching you for years now and it's so lovely to see you growing up and leveling up every year. I hope you're having a lovely time home ❤

[@emma_p0892]

Never thought I’d hear Charles leclercs name mentioned in one of ur vids. He’s an f1 driver and I’m a big fan of what he does both on and off track. The title is the race he competed in when he released the song so AUS23 was Australian race in 2023

[@MariaSantos-wp5dp]

I literally came to the comments for this haha

[@norush5044]

Charles Lecler is actually a formula 1 driver. Very talented one! Music is his second passion 🎶

[@kyliestark7356]

What an absolute delight. You speak so warmly with intent but so authentically. Your art skills amaze me. With ease you make beautiful wrapping paper that in itself is a gift love reflected in time and creation. Thankyou so much. You look so happy xxx

[@uglyducky7]

I watched some of your christmas videos, and I love how you decorate wrapping paper, I think it's such a nice touch ! I'm definitely trying it out this year ! Merry christmas ❤

[@LenaBossler]

your videos are so comforting! 🥹❤️I think “rustic cottage core aesthetic” encapsulates this 😂

[@larrymilliken288]

Ruby, you never disappoint the viewer, ever bringing something worthwhile and thought stimulating to the table. The down to earth way you celebrate Christmas with decorated handmade wrapping paper that oozes the sentiment, I care about you. The portion of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol you read reminds me we can celebrate this holy day no matter our station in life. I pray you have a restful break that will get the creative juices flowing for the New Year and upcoming term. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@icecreamgecko]

As a very non-christmassy person I am always fascinated by your enthusiam for this time of the year. Have a lovely holiday-season! 🎄😊 By the way, I had no idea that Charles Leclerc was making music... I only see him during the Grand-Prix weekends. I hope that he sticks to Formula-1 though. 😅

[@lunaJ424]

I’ve been watching all your old Christmas themed videos as they’re the only thing that make me feel properly festive, thank you for this one! 🖤

[@RivkaPotchebutzkyArt]

Ruby, you are so wonderful.🎉 Have a lovely christmas and a happy new year. It's so inspiring to see how much you enjoy literature and sharing it. Best success with your studies in the upcoming new year. ❤

[@natig.8995]

Charles is an F1 driver. One of his hobbies is piano. The title AUS 23 stands for the Australian Grand Prix 2023. That’s why it seems a bit odd 😊

[@Bethdent]

Ruby, I don’t know if anyone has commented this yet, but Charles Leclerc is an f1 driver. His music is inspired from the races he has driven in so ‘AUS23 (1:1)’ was written around the time he competed in the Austrian GP this year.

[@ticketyboo2456]

Great that he has turned his back on the wasteful and gas guzzling F1 to produce music and poetry. What enlightened man.

[@emmetarot2966]

Thank you for sharing Christmastime with us, Ruby. ❄️✨🎄

[@NILESHLFC]

Have a Merry Christmas, Ruby …… God bless you and your family 🙏🙏🙏

[@thearcherstan2.0]

i love your videos, you’re helping me to find motivation and learning english. thank you. Merry Christmas

[@mcantle]

'AUS23 (1:1)' by Leclerc is just shorthand for the 2023 Australian Grand Prix, same for Miami

[@Chloe-RoseJohnson]

I hope you'll do more Christmas related content. I love your Christmas videos! I'd also love to see some of the gifts you've received, those were my favorite videos back then. Merry Christmas!

[@bluemethbunny]

I'm so happy to hear that you're changing it to hardback as I had some issues with the spine of my last year, which meant I stopped using it! These will sell very well. I am so happy for you and your success, I wish you the best!

[@silvialogan9226]

Ruby, you have an enjoyable time during the Christmas holidays with your family after your studies at Oxford.

[@adelaideisbooked6600]

Just ordered your tote bag that I'm completely obsessed with! I don't really use a planner, but I still wanted to support you because I've been watching you for more than 5 years now I think, and I loooove the design of the tote bag, so it's perfect. Also have a wonderful Christmas Ruby!

[@benellison6232]

Ruby, i want to thank you for your relaxing videos. They have helped me chill before studying. I'm in graduate school and these help reduce my stress.

[@MyPokebros]

It's so refreshing to see someone who loves rain as much as I do. It is so cosy and therapeutic, I zone out whenever I'm watching puddles of rainwater.

[@watchmedo635]

Watching this whilst wrapping presents - the perfect combination!

[@Mitochondria2505]

I love thus new thing that you started of sharing a poem or something like that in the end .I dont know why it just makes me happy ...maybe it creates a sence of connection i guess

[@atlasdoeslife]

I just got the yearly planner today and I'm so excited 🥺 I looove the hardback and fabric cover combo! The change took me by surprise this morning when I checked 😄 I can't wait to unbox it and use it on my vlogs 💌

[@MariaMedeiros]

Have a very Merry Christmas Ruby! Wishing you all the best in the New Year! Hope you make more Christmas cozy vlogs!

[@susanhines7994]

Your hardcover planner has just arrived - fabulous and the smell of pages and print is heaven. I can't stop smelling it. Happy Christmas to you and your family x

[@thetiredworm2100]

I love your endings where you read an excerpt from a book!

[@secretforthemad]

i have ordered your new planner yesterday! i'm so excited for when it comes

[@user-hn1sw4cf7x]

Super relaxing. Charming.

[@wondawomenluvsupaman]

I think I’m obsessed with your life Ruby. -From a city girl in the US

[@lostshirehobbit]

I will be ordering my planner soon! So excited!

[@2009MrsJones]

What a lovely idea to read to us at the end of your videos! Love from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@dione6388]

omg when you mentioned charlie and lola,, the nostalgia !

[@debbieporter6581]

I so love your channel. You are such an intelligent, talented person. I love the way you speak. And also the way you end each video. Your channel is very unique and special. Have a wonderful Holiday Season. Take care. 🎄⛄

[@doris_1325]

Merry Christmas, Ruby and family!

[@carlaz.r962]

I love the idea of reading something in every video!!!

[@themoores9817]

I love that u enjoy Charles leclerc’s music. He’s one of my fave f1 drivers

[@SaoirseS.]

Your recent videos sound like short stories. Love them so much 🤍

[@Judywarren3214]

Dear Ruby, I want to thank you for giving new ideas for Christmas because I was thinking what should I do for you this Christmas.I hope you spent your Christmas productively and happily.

[@cameronjohnwilson]

Love your videos! Very much one of my inspirations for doing university based videos myself! 😅

[@Chaiwithkaur]

Thank you for reading in the end really enjoyed it ❤

[@user-kw9rn5pi9i]

Merry Christmas Ruby! 🎄

[@ChristelleCJ]

Have a lovely Christmas, Ruby!:)

[@ghadeeralkhamees8752]

Absolutely beautiful wishing you all the best 🌺

[@moodyowl]

That intro was fire!!

[@miameowmeow123]

My baby brother just came back from uni! It’s been strange having him in the house again but lovely. Merry Christmas ❤

[@dawnnicholson9675]

I love the homely video's so much.. My tote bag arrived this morning, so lovely for books.. the pumpkin notebooks are wonderful. hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family Ruby.. ❤❤🎄🎄

[@SOUND10000]

Basically u r my motive N I must say that ur content is sooo idyllic and aesthetic... May u have the best Winter ever , Ruby❤

[@victoriamctaggart]

The beginning was so cute!

[@uglyducky7]

I've been listening to Charles Leclerc's work for some time now, and I absolutely love his songs too ! Blakeney was very wise to introduce you to his work 😉 I can't decide which song is my favourite, but I was really moved by the piano from AUS23 at 2:08 (I know, it's very precise x))

[@themoores9817]

He’s very talented. A musician and an f1 driver. I’m in awe of him (I’m an f1 fan)

[@uglyducky7]

Yesssss, I'm also a F1 fan! It's so nice to see other Charles' fans in the comments here :)

[@hananebouslahi1433]

thank you Ruby, I love your videos

[@hlt8770]

Happy Christmas, Ruby! 🎁

[@Marymooau]

I absolutely love your videos. I just bought beautiful version of Anne Brontes “tentant of wildfell hall”. It’s just stunning. I’m also reading a beautiful version of Oliver Twist. I love revisiting classics that have been so beautifully bound and the paper feels amazing. :-) you have a wonderful Christmas and a very happy new year. Thankyou for motivating me to be a better student and a better person. You don’t know the reach you have. I’m in Australia. 🇦🇺❤❤🎄🎄

[@shawnolivepeanutcoco]

so peaceful, yet entertaining. 🙂

[@AaronFisher]

The Formula 1 crossover is not one I expected (Charles Leclerc is a driver for Ferrari, the song name reflects the race he recorded it at I’m guessing) 😮

[@adina.7898]

same 😂

[@Summysun624]

omg Charles Leclerc is a formula 1 driver for Ferrari, AUS23 means Australia 2023, basically he released that track after the Melbourne Grand Prix, same with MIA23 is Miami GP 2023 etc

[@BonnieDragonKat]

Happy Christmas Ruby!!!!🎉

[@Zirazari]

That introduction felt like a movie! 🎉

[@luciletravel9796]

So glad to watch your new video ! I love when you wrap your gifts it inspired me to pay attention to my wrapping. So sad not to be able to buy the tea you created

[@mpholephuthi]

❤ happy festive u hve been the most needed influencer & content creator for me this year😊 ur video's are soooo real,relatable & relaxing thank you let's continue next year 2024....love you R

[@penultimateh766]

Ruby you are just too sweet. Thanks for the update.

[@crumblecrumble99]

loved this video! it got me into the christmas spirit :)

[@EvanDeitrich9]

so cozy!

[@achiyafoox9563]

Merry Christmas Ruby 🎁🎄✨

[@r.j.williams]

you talking about charles lecerc as a piano player made me laugh a little bit because to me he is an f1 driver who has written a couple of songs, rather than a musician. the title aus23 (1:1) refers to the 2023 australian gp. i don't know what the 1:1 bit means though i think the 1:1 bit refers to it being the first of the 3 songs released. maybe next years will be 2:1 etc as they would be the second lot of songs

[@bethowen7238]

hearing you talk about charles was such a wonderful surprise! the titles of his piano pieces refer to his grand prix races! :)

[@lindalongo3250]

Have a wonderful Christmas ❤

[@carolhodson6353]

Happy Christmas Ruby.

[@poetrybysuhashani__]

yay another cosy vlog 🎄

[@pauljames8651]

Merry Christmas Ruby from Australia.

[@PlanetImo]

I like that wrapping paper idea :)

[@charlieboddy1022]

Charles Leclerc is a formula one driver and AUS23 refers to the race this year, Australia 2023! He's a very talented musician and driver haha

[@jennifer5512]

Endlessly lovely

[@jeehaeysohn8861]

At last I found your channel again! Hello, Ruby, I'm a South Korean, who is right now studying in the US. I lived in the UK in the early 90s and found out your channel couple of years ago when I was in South Korea. I am happy with my stay here in California, but I sometimes ask myself 'how would it be like if I went to the UK, instead of the US?' I really needed a dose of your vlog aesthetics and searched for quite a long time for your channel. You have such a wonderful life, please keep doing these warm vlogs. Lots of love from California.

[@mostafachoudhury]

Have a great Xmas and New Year! Good luck with your studies! Porridge may want to try Quakers Porridge with hot water you to mix!

[@carolhodson6353]

I love a Christmas carol. And dickens.

[@Sofiella]

I completely agree that wrapping up Christmas presents is one of the cosiest things ever! I find Elvis Christmas songs whilst wrapping for me is so warming hearing vintage songs sung by him I just noticed, will you be putting up your Christmas tree in your bedroom this year?

[@savitriwijesinghe3282]

Lovely excerpt from the Christmas Carol Ruby .Luv to listen to more in the same vein. Just finished reading the unfinished novel of Dickens Mystery of Edwin Drood. It was marvellous as it is. Wishing u and yr family a Merry Christmas

[@mackenzieboress9342]

charles leclerc is a formula 1 driver!

[@claireimai-takemura321]

I can't believe this video is how I found out that Charles Leclerc the formula 1 driver also makes music haha

[@idolivercampos]

Merry Xmas AND happy New year 2024😊

[@pim1234]

Plans and lists ! ☺

[@mrsbertimus2645]

Merry Christmas!