Can We Get Our Narrowboat Home 600 Feet Above The Sea?

[@AllniceAndtidy]

'a butchers, a bakers' and a startled woman at 1:44, thank you for another lovely video. 🙂

[@StephenSE9]

That won't be the last we've seen of 1:44 in these Comments 🤭

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

😂 I do seem to have that effect on people! Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@lyndamarland9405]

Hi Vanessa x Zephyr x I don’t often comment but I always watch you vlogs I adore them you are so talented!!!……. I’ve never been so overjoyed as I was in this Vlog Vanessa my grandads farm was a stones throw from where you walked Heyward we were pennine farmers seeing this made me cry the sheer rugged countryside I walked as a little girl beautiful and isolated farming community there is the Heyward canal I’m so happy you loved it and the owl 🦉 was stunning and loved your guest on your boat how lovely for you and Zephyr xx 😘

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Your Grandad lived in a stunning place and you must have such beautiful memories of it all and how it looked in each season. It is one of the most gorgeous places that I have ever been! 🥰 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🦋🌻

[@JohnBath-f8p]

Lived in Huddersfield 1971 to 1973, then Stockport 1973 to 1976 before moving to Bristol. The Huddersfield Narrow Canal and the Rochdale Canal were both derelict then. Only the Leeds and Liverpool Canal enabled boats to cross the Pennines then. So good to see all three transcending canals functioning again! Again you've brought back so many memories of waterway explorations of the past. Getting through that temporarily dewatering pound near the Summit reminds me of similiar scenes on the Brecon and Abergavenny Canal and Monmouthshire Canal in the 1970's and early 1980's, having to resort to kayaks at times. The Llanellen Embakment collapsed on the B and A dewatering the pound. Significant repair work was done and the navigation restored. As a consultant on the Monmouthshire Canal Project I was ceremoniously rowed along a restored section near Cwmbran by members of the justly proud workforce I was privileged to assist. I went on to assist with the restoration of the Stourbridge Arm of the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. I was only 33 years old at the time. Thank you for bringing back so many memories! Kind regards. John.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are part of my thank you then as anyone who works in canal restoration deserves a medal in my opinion- so thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@Deepthought-42]

By coincidence I was camping at Pencelli and cycled along the Abergavenny and Brecon canal this week on a beautiful autumn day. Many thanks to all the navvies who built them and the people who have restored and maintain them.

[@sharonsmith583]

Oscar is adorable! Not sure Zephyr was particularly thrilled about giving up her bed! Beautiful vlog as usual!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Zephyr wasn’t over pleased was she? 🤭🐾🐾 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@natashab2304]

Oh the barn owl is so beautiful - and so are your drawings and poetry 🥰

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Aren’t they special birds and so other worldly! Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@tmcmurdo826]

Vanessa, I think this vlog has had the most stunning landscape yet. It was simply gorgeous.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is such an amazing place! 🤩 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@prarieborn6458]

Vanessa, how kind and wonderful of you and Zephyr to take care of Oscar. He is so little and precious. i wanted to cry when you said he fell into the canal. Poor baby! . I had a little one, a curly haired terrier mix.,Woofy, He was a little bundle of pure love and devotion. ❤.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Woofy sounds like he was adorable!🥰 Thank you for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@jeffreyoldham55]

"That's one small step for Van...a giant leap for Vankind". Cheers! 🍷

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Cheers! 🥂 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@deborahrussell5534]

You are highly intelligent and no need to worry,we all make mistakes. That's what makes us human. I enjoy your vlogs every week. Thank you for sharing your time and talent. God Bless You and your family.😊🙏

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@richardtaylor8312]

Dont be sorry!…you are still “nearly” perfect.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is very kind of you. Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@marjorie8648]

Dear Vanessa, What amazingly beautiful countryside. I watched this just before going to sleep..it is so tranquil. Thank you over and over again for sharing your adventures ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@marjorie8648]

@ Dear Vanessa, one of my favourite songs is ‘Queen of Waters’ by Nancy Kerr and James Fagan. There’s a KZbin from Bath Folk festival. When I listen to it now , I think of Alice Grace and all your travels. 🦋

[@sc3pt1c4L]

Stunning colourful videography. Alice Grace was essentially a pondskater today to get over those puddles!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Wasn’t she! 😂 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@louisewhite9152]

Hi Vanessa - I hope you’re okay and keeping well and that you’ve had a really good week and managing keep warm - I live in Surrey and the Weather has really turned into winter - today was pretty cold and it’s been grey and overcast. It said on the news today that we have had 18 minutes of sunshine in the last 11 days. I haven’t watched your Vlog/video yet as I’m waiting for the nurse to come to do some dressings. ~ As you know, I love my Friday evenings ~ for one it’s the weekend and the secondly is your Vlog/video ~ they are so calming and the nature that you capture is absolutely amazing, and the locks that you open looks so much hard work ~ have a great weekend and I’m sending love and hugs as always ~ Xxx Xxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It has turned cold hasn’t it? Wrap up warm, Louise. Take care 🌻🦋

[@squeaksvids5886]

Can’t possibly believe you were the thick one! What another wonderful vlog.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I really wasn’t the sharpest pencil In the box! 🙈 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@squeaksvids5886]

@ Judging by those beautiful drawings you do, you definitely know how to use pencils to the best effect.

[@semperbufo152]

Who cares about human error....the videos are perfect,and we wouldn't be without them on a Friday.ThankYOU Vanessa.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Thank you so much 😊 Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@sandimoo]

Your vlogs really make me ‘feel’. We moved from West Yorkshire to North Yorkshire 4 years ago, and we lived very near to the canal. I do miss it, even though I live it here too. Thank you. I love your drawings and poetry…..so glad I found you! I have MS and can’t get out and about as much these days, after a very active life, so your videos bring me a lot of joy. Take care….❤️

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment- thank you so much. I really hope you are not in too much pain? Take care 🦋🌻

[@JAB771]

We could Never ignore you Vanessa, your vlogs we all look forward too & there one big wildlife / history lesson that we take so much from. There’s nothing to forgive, Thankyou for continuing to pleasure us all with your weekly vlogs, there so much appreciated 😁

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment- thank you so much 😊 Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@ksw8415]

I have been so extremely sad since Tuesday night. Your video has helped me. I think it’s a good night to go back and run through your previous videos. Thank you.

[@jayoneill1533]

I share your sadness.

[@highlandjournalart654]

I hope you navigating your sadness with little moments of peace x

[@semperbufo152]

It's alright to be sad,it's our human makeup.We all share your sadness together.❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Your comment is so kind and reminds me that there are so many wonderful and good people in this world. 🤗 Thank you so much for watching. I am a believer that good always triumphs in the end. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@TimLehman-i6z]

You did a fabulous job navigating the locks. Your auntie looks like she had a fabulous time too.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you. Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@carole3734]

You did a great job navigating Vanessa! I don't know if I'd have been that cool, but it pays off! As for the Blue John thing, you were, as always so honest, please don't take it so hard. You always do the right thing...and who knows, you might have kick started a new plan! Love the autumn colours and to see that Barn owl, beautiful! Thank you again for another beautiful, restful, colourful, interesting and delightful vlog....oh and a big hug to Zephyr for giving up her bed to your Aunty's little dog.❤. She is a star, as are you.😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so kind, Carole- thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@PhyllisLeggett-yq9vr]

The colors in the valley are extraordinary. Your efforts and joy in achievements is so lovely to be a part of by watching your video. Thanks for taking us along

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment- thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@PhyllisLeggett-yq9vr]

@ I just bought a few Xmas gifts from your shop. Thank you

[@billycaldwell3804]

That was a great vlog. What a skipper to maneuver alice grace in a saucer of water. Very well done, have a great weekend and stay safe 🙏.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

A saucer of water! 😂 You are so right! 👍😂 Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Billy. Take care 🌻🦋

[@CaminoTurtle]

Your nanny is a sweet and delightful woman. Thank you for sharing your travel days with her with us.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

She is a star! 🌟 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@Jana-wz7dr]

The flight of the barn owl with magical accompanying music, just lovely!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for watching. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@shirleygreaves9650]

Another fabulous vlog to start the weekend off. Don’t beat yourself up over the mistake in your last vlog, we all make mistakes. I can hardly believe how shallow the canal is! We wouldn’t be able to get our cabin cruiser along there as we’ve not got a flat hull. What a beautiful owl, you always take amazing nature shots! Your little doggy passenger was super cute, thank goodness he wasn’t injured when he fell in the canal, how sweet of Zephyr to let him sleep on her bed. Have a great weekend Vanessa and family. xxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Shirley, hopefully now that the repairs have started it won’t be as shallow anymore? Zephyr was kind with her bed but she took Oscar’s bone off him that I gave him even though she had one too and then she tucked it under her paw to eat when she had finished her one! 😳🐾🐾🤭 I gave it back to Oscar! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@stevea9604]

It is OK to make mistakes…Just like everyone we all have lessons learned and they are better learned without pain attached 🤔🤣👍🏻😜

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Very wise! Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@thehungergames8918]

Vanessa, your Vlogs are beautiful 🥰 I wish you and your family 🐕🐕‍🦺 all the best ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind comment. Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@robineasby5328]

Congratulations on getting to the summit Vanessa . Some nify lock navigation going on there. Your filming of the barn owl was wonderful. Thanks for posting another relaxing video.😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you, Robin. Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@goodbarbenie5477]

Hulloo Vanessa... Greetings U really are a Blessing...to one's nerves...Hah. Your art work is really welcome and soothing to watch...I'll talk to U again next year, where I will be able to buy all three of your art books...Hah. All the Best Greetings from South Africa.😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment- thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@stephenevans9248]

You deserved that lovely meal and drink in The Summit, and the flag was a wonderful touch.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 It was a delicious meal! 😋 Take care 🌻🦋

[@suedale1865]

Vanessa what perfect musical accompaniment you gave us this week LOVED IT The art work as usual stunning you captured the barn owl perfectly I’m waiting for 2024 book not long to wait 👍 Well done with the difficult navigation 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Sue! I hope you are feeling better? Have a relaxing weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@barbking286]

Your tenacity & tactical thinking are impressive. Well done you & Alice Grace.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@glennwoods2462]

What an ethereal landscape.... all the effort of going through so many locks, was very well rewarded, i think 🤔 Beautiful, beautiful that barn owl....and with deadly intent, it appears.... that's nature ....

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It really was worth the hard work wasn’t it? Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@jennyfulcher8035]

Enjoyable video with your guests, Nanny Tomo and her sweet little doggie, on board. That was very gentlemanly of Zephyr to let your Nanny's doggie use his bed. Those locks were so shallow but you made it, 600 ft above the sea. Absolutely gorgeous countryside, with its raw sienna and golden colored hillsides, Shetland (?) ponies, and stone cottages. And beautiful illustrations of the Barn Owl, Pipet, and Wax Cap. 🦉🐦🍄 p.s. I just bought your 2025 Calendar! Yippee!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was such an exciting moment to get to the top! 🤩 And it was lovely to share it with Nanny Tomo and Oscar as well as Mr M and Zeff. Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for supporting my shop too. I really appreciate it. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@jennyfulcher8035]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Thank you. You too Vanessa.

[@aliharve]

So lovely to see this beautiful stretch of the Rochdale canal. I used to walk the canal several days a week with my little dog before I moved to Sweden 7 years ago. We lived in Middleton but especially used to love driving up to summit and walking towards Walsden. When the sun is shining on the hills it is just stunning . We knew pretty much every stretch from Middleton to Mytholmroyd. Miss it so much ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is so beautiful here isn’t it? Thank you for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@davebrunette6394]

Love the beautiful countryside! And the barn owl was cool!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The barn owl was such a treat to see! Thank you for watching. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@idapiano]

Another fantastic vlog .. I enjoyed the beautiful colours of the countryside. And the fact that you made it through the shallow waters 🎉🎉. Thank you Vanessa.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@pamelaledgerwood2004]

Vanessa, you are simply amazing.....I live near San Francisco and love watching your videos of different parts of England on your narrowboat. I would give anything to live in England again, and the lake country being one of my favorites.....You are so gifted with your drawings of animals and birds etc .....and you draw without a photograph, from memory, which is profound! Thank you for your gifts and being so open in sharing your adventures with all your fans.......Blessings to you and your beautiful dog....Pamela

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Pamela, you are so kind! Thank you so much for such a generous comment. I’m so pleased that you enjoy the vlogs. Take care 🦋🌻

[@maries3000]

Oh my goodness, Vanessa. I could feel my anxiety rising as you tackled those last locks. So glad you made it safely through. Zephyr is so sweet sharing her bed with Oscar. He needs a doggy lifejacket.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It all worked out in the end 😅 Thank you so much for watching. Have a great week. Take care 🌻🦋

[@JulieGraham-u7b]

Oh Vanessa thank you for taking us there. What a beautiful place!😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for joining me! 🤗 Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@butchbinion1560]

Thanks, simply amazing. ✌🏻👊🏼

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@vanessascola4708]

Looks as though you really worked very hard with all this hard work. I hope you can rest now. Stay warm and well. Yes it is chocolate season. Take care x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Chocolate season is here! 😋 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@louisecreed5460]

Again, round of applause for getting thru those locks👏.. That clip of zeph and the grass would nake a stunning photo❤xxx

[@louisecreed5460]

Make😅not nake x😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you! Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@johnlawson2984]

Beautiful as always, such gorgeous scenery in that part of the country and your musical choices are perfect. Hello to Nanny and Oscar and the Barn Owl too! I can’t wait to see the 2025 calendar. Take care and safe journeys . 🦮🐛

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you- thank you ☺️ Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@MrLangDog]

Excellent tribute to the builders !!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

They were heroes weren’t they? 🤩 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@taracat7141]

So excited to find you have your journal pictures and poems available!!! Looking forward to my first delivery. Thank you for your artistry xx 🇦🇺

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you. Thank you so much 😊 Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@pilpelet100]

Thanks for a wonderful video and such beautiful scenary. My heart was in my mouth wondering if you would make it to the summit. So lovely that you had guests on board. Nanny Tomo looked as though nothing would phase her and Oscar was having a good rest.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It’s always such a treat having guests on board. Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Ruth. Take care 🦋🌻

[@chriscm6461]

Fab episode, Zeph is such a star, hope wee Oscar is well.👍🐕

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you. Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@joannabache3522]

Loved seeing the rolling hills at the Rochdale summit. So worth the trials and tribulation. The Barn owl was so special. You got great shots of it hunting too. Looking forward to seeing what's next. I love all your background music but this was very atmospheric. Keep up the lovely filming 👍

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m looking forward to sharing the next part of the journey with you too. Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@deborahjohnston2808]

What a beautiful journey!You are incredible in so many ways and I love to end my day watching your lovely vlog!Kiss zephyr ❤️

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you. Zeff says thank you for the kiss🐾🐾😘Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@tonycamplin8607]

What an unbearably fantastic place, such glorious scenery, imagine that it gets a bit bleak in the winter though. The amount of planning and effort that went into crossing the Pennies by water beggars believe. Just proves what British workers can achieve, a truly lasting memorial to the navvies. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was an incredible feat wasn’t it! 🤩 Thank you so much for watching. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@lynncarmody1110]

Oh my, how I missed your Friday vlog! Was a bit concerned for your well-being over the weekend. Delighted to see your comment re spending quality time with India prior to her departure. Take good care, Vanessa, and we'll see you on the next superb video. ❤️🙋

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness, Lynn.🤗 Take care 🌻🦋

[@stephaniestoll5254]

Thanks for being a happy person Your knowledge of plants , birds , bees is remarkable 😊❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind! Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@peterjames174]

I wake up Saturday morning to your blog, and it makes a great start to the weekend , your relaxing and like a breath of fresh air, being from Australia wouldn't know your mistake and I wouldn't care anyway, and your jacket with the pink lines looks really good,I have never seen that style before.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you, Peter. I hope you have a wonderful day. Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@АлександрНедовенчанный-ц1б]

You are a wonderful heart doctor. Everything you film heals the soul. Hugs to Zefa.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@SueC-oj6zv]

What a challenge those locks gave you Vanessa, you did amazing 🤩 and definitely deserved a treat after tackling them. I loved the amazing autumn colours over the hillsides, so magical, it made me feel like trying to recreate them in a painting. Have a lovely weekend 😊x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you. Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@DianneChance-j5q]

Lovely vid the barn owl was a treat I can imagine what the scenery is like snow covered❄️🌨️🙏🙏

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was a treat to see the barn owl! 🥰 I am hoping to see snow on these hills- wouldn’t that be magical? 🤩 Thank you for watching. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@mikem201]

The 2nd hand coat you purchased in a recent episode looked quite colorful and cozy. Much respect Vanessa...

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@neildaly6787]

Can't get over how beautiful the countryside is. Thank you!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Isn’t it! Nor can I! 🤩Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@jerryeng17]

your journey to 600 feet above the sea is very VERY gorgeous... my screen all suddenly fill with nature color.... It Is Gorgeous...

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for watching. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@carljeffrey82]

aye CAPTAIN, congrats , you are the master of the water , north and south. I lift a toast to you .

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment! Thank you for the toast. Take care 🌻🦋

[@desireeross9651]

You had me giggling throughout. I love it

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you had a giggle 🤭 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@Benzos6149]

The structure of your Vlogs is what set it apart from other narrowboat channels for me, it’s reminiscent of a UK TV programme I used to watch when my children were growing up - not so much in content as such, this is far more feature-packed of a much higher standard, but the format is both unique and entertaining too - far more humour than you’d normally associate with the serenity of narrowboating, it really is a pleasure to watch! Stay safe, hugs for Zeph, and thank you. 💙😉👍 🫶

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind and generous comment- thank you so much. I am so grateful to you for taking the time to type this. I love making these vlogs and to hear that others enjoy them is so rewarding. Take care 🌻🦋

[@pamelawatson2366]

Fearful of running aground In the dried-up rocky pound With stoic display She forged her way To the top of the highest mound. Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Brilliant, Pamela! I love it! Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@paulplant6486]

Don worry about making a mistake we all make them. Nobody is perfect. You do a fantastic job of sourcing factual information about the places you travel to

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Paul- thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@yvonnekneeshaw2784]

Congrats on navigating the waters…I cannot get over how beautiful natures colours are right now…the siting of barn owl .. made me so relaxed watching your nature walk. Thank u 🇨🇦 ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is a special place! Thank you for watching. Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@tracyirwin8681]

Well done on navigating all those locks and dealing with lack of water nice to see your passenger and her lovely dog too. The wax caps and lichens were beautiful l and the barn own was a real treat. No need to apologise 're Castleton mix up easily done :) thanks very much for an enjoyable vlog.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Tracy! Take care 🌻🦋

[@angelaaz6282]

Oh yay…congrats on your success in reaching the Summit with Alice Grace and the members of your crew! 😅

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@butchieblock9118]

Yey Vanessa! And thank you for listening to your fans!!! Now let's all go purchase some beautiful calendars!❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Look what you have started! 😂 Thank you for the encouragement though. I really appreciate it. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@chibinwosu5261]

Vanessa, thank you so much for another week of fantastic entertainment. 1.46secs One terrified lady. What did you do to her 😂 I didn’t stop giggling. Worried graffiti 😂. Your are funny and your smile just melts me 😂. Love the calendar. I’m off to your store to get mine for 2025 !! Fridays wouldn’t be the same without you! 😀

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That poor lady; I sometimes have that effect on people! 😂 Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@chrismis2062]

Such a beautiful area! Those hills with their Autumnal ambers and golds were just stunning; and the moody mist and surprise appearance of a barn owl made it feel all the more special and memorable. Thank you for taking us along again, and for the interesting history lesson as well.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is so beautiful here! Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@BernieFreeman-yc4xj]

You are amazing. You are a wonderful inspiration for myself in kindness, patience and beauty ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind comment- thank you so much. I really appreciate your words. Take care 🌻🦋

[@flutterby5ep]

What an enchanted life you live. Thank you so much for sharing your journey and your talents

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@smug121]

Thank you for the calendar it arrived today and it’s wonderful, thank you so much, Keith.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for letting me know that it arrived! Take care 🌻🦋

[@ge4355]

Thank you for taking me home through your lens! Fond memories of growing up in that area, before joining the military and moving away.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It must have been so wonderful to grow up here! Thank you for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@glennclarke9787]

Hi Vanessa.Good to see you. We were on tender hooks for you. What amazing to us was we saw no rubbish in that dry pound🤔 good that even you need a drink😎 Our love 💘xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is a very clean canal here. Thank you for your lovely comment, Glenn. Take care 🌻🦋

[@geraldstokes5661]

England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 iis such a beautiful & spiritual place ,and the people r lovely!!!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is a beautiful place to explore by the water. Thank you so much for watching. Have a super week, Take care 🦋🌻

[@EdRobertson-d2n]

Vanessa and Zephyr time again, Wow! those locks are amazing and how you got through lock 40 is incredible, the views are spectacular and to see a Barn Owl too, Zephyr looked like she really enjoyed that drink, you both bring joy to us all,.....Keep doing what you do,..We all love you both.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Thank Ed- thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@finniganyork9608]

Such gorgeous scenery! Thank you for taking me along on your adventures. ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for joining me! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

[@moretea8314]

I never ignore a mindful narrowboat vlog from you Vanessa. I'd laughed when Nanny Tommo (?) said 'I'm used to your driving Vanessa'! Lovely autumn colours by the way. Cheers, Simon of Suffolk

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Simon! Take care 🦋🌻

[@flopsymopsy7088]

Wonderful video and music from lovely part of England. I was also equally thrilled a few years ago to see a barn owl in the afternoon slowly hunting low over the grasslands on Camino Island near Seattle in US. Since the winter rains have arrived I’ve been reading your 2023 journal again and watching the accompanying videos. Looking forward to your 2024 journal.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a lovely comment. Barn owls are beautiful to watch. I’m so pleased that you’re enjoying the book. Thank you so much for buying it. Take care 🦋🌻

[@adrianmichell-z6o]

Another Beautiful video and thankyou for sharing the journey with your viewers😊😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so welcome! 🤗 Thank you for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@ms_chigger]

Enjoyed it all today. Thanks for all you did today.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@sianwarwick633]

This is astonishing. Very beautiful there - like another country. Thanks for being aware of issues in nature, and bringing them forward. Oh 'Van' - you're too modest. Always like to see a challenge met.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is so beautiful isn’t it! I agree it is like another country entirely. Thank you for your lovely comment. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@annjarvis9300]

Awww don’t be sorry you are just marvellous we feel ou are a friend and we love you What an adventurous cruise lovely to see yr nan and her dog hope he is ok blessings to all the oldies 🤗🤗👍

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so kind, Ann- thank you so much 😊 Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

[@marcb1779]

Cool heads (your mind) prevail. Your methodical approach to dealing with each task at hand has allowed for your success today. So great to see you and Zephyr jumping for joy. Great nature and history today. OMG, to see the owl, such a great spiritual sign and such a great experience. Can't wait to hang Calander on the wall for the new year. Thanks so much for sharing your time and adventure. Stay safe, Marc

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Marc for your kind comment and for supporting my business. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

[@marcb1779]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Just got my 2025 calendars, sooooooooooooooo very happy I will be able to see your art and read your poems every day, daily affirmations are important to me and your Calander will be a part of that. Thanks so much, and I did miss you this week, hope all is well. Stay safe Marc

[@penniboo5818]

Once again, a great video Venessa. Amazing to be able to travel to such high altitude in a narrowboat.. oh my gosh! all those locks!! 💪🥵 Wow!! Well done! Spotting the barn owl was amazing..👌 they're beautiful creatures FYI 😊 I've just been onto etsy and treated myself to your lovely calendar 😊 See you and Zef on your next vlog Hugs Penelope and Pippa 🐾 xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment, Penelope and Pippa! Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@Rovinman]

I was on the edge of my seat for the whole journey ! The Pounds were not much more than Five-Bobs ! But you climbed magnificently ! You find SO MUCH vegetation ! More than I ever knew ! SO Informative ! Thank you for your Inquisitive Nature ! I"m Jealous indeed ! Stay Inquisitive ! Stu xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment, Stu! Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@tangobravo8889]

Beautiful video, autumn 🍂 in England, that was always my favorite time to be there, Zephyr was having the time of his life 😊 Oscar was just taking it all in and chilling out.😴

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Autumn is a very special season isn't it? Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@andrewkay4360]

Congratulations, Vanessa. It was tough going, but you did it. So proud of you and Alice. What a great team you three make. The views from Alice were amazing. I loved your poem, and nanny and Oscar were stars. There's no poem this week, so take care and stay safe ❤xxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment, Andrew- thank you so much. Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@Red-ns9ny]

Ahhhh 🎉❤just brilliant as always well done you Vanessa 🎉🦋 and thank you ! I will be buying my 3rd Journal book from you . Something lovely to look forward to 🥰💕

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are so kind, Red! Thank you so much 😊 Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@PaulWest_Videographer]

As I was watching yet another beautiful Vlog of yours, the sun came out after such a long time of grey skies - and, what a delight to behold; the truly stunning views along the canal. The Owl sequence was great, and keeping the bird in the frame as you managed it was a great effort. Thank goodness that you got enough water from the pound to continue the journey. I must buy the other journal to go along with the previous one that I bought, and, I must also buy a copy of the 2025 Calendar too. Cheers! 🙂

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

There has been so many grey skies lately hasn’t there! Thank you for your kind comment. Take care 🦋🌻

[@LornaT460]

What a beautiful area. Thanks for showing us!🧡

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is so beautiful here! 🥰 Thank you for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@WayneSchowalter]

Your video was so exceptional. Gloriously beautiful with wonderful moments of humor (I am so glad you had your drink). I have had a rough week and to settle in with your brilliance is such a gift. Thank you for the heads up concerning your journals. I will be acquiring them. It was with this particular video that I came to realize you are not unlike the author Thoreau. You have eschewed a former lifestyle to journey into a simpler, more rewarding lifestyle. I admire and applaud that. You are succeeding brilliantly. Thank you.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a beautiful comment, Wayne and so kind of you! Thank you so much. I really appreciate your words. Take care 🦋🌻

[@katienorthenmore1892]

That was a lovely vlog as always, and well done for getting there! This always helps me with my day and getting started. the drawings and the music, which i am currently listening to for relaxation is wonderful, I love the fact you say sorry and everyone makes mistakes, the pointing out of the tiny world, you are helping me look at the moss and fungi in my garden. grounding is so important and i think that's what your vlogs help with. bless you all and so many other things i like to say you have mentioned and filmed all good!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind and heartfelt comment- thank you so much 😊 Katie! Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@katienorthenmore1892]

@@themindfulnarrowboat you to .x

[@msmacmac1000]

Brava! You’re practically perfect in every way❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Oh I’m far from it but you are very kind for watching and commenting- thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@msmacmac1000]

@ from Mary Poppins- one of my all time favorite movies ( and books from my childhood)❤️🥰

[@MaureenSnell]

Thanks and well done Alice Gray for a wonderful trip, ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@leonietaylor4227]

Really lovely in every way! Beautiful words and pictures.❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@StacyBernard-xd4uv]

Your videos/vlogs are such a balm for my soul! Thank you!!! I will especially need to watch these as the next 4 years in the US are going to be quite stressful and scary. (We had our election earlier this week. I am not happy with the result!) Such beautiful scenery! I love the nature you share with us!!! Those canals were a wee bit tense though! More so for you I am sure! I always like to try and guess what it is you will sketch at the end. And I am so excited to learn that you have an Etsy shop!!! I want to purchase your calendar and perhaps a book or two! I have to wait until I get paid on Tuesday though. Have a wonderful day. Again, thank you!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The world of politics upsets me regularly as I long for a leader that leads by example and puts humanity and the planet first. I find those qualities in so many people that I meet and that’s what I hold onto. Thank you so much for watching. I wish you happiness, mindfulness and hope. Have a super Sunday and week ahead. Take care 🦋🌻

[@jackcrouch1285]

l only can describe as a special lady ❤ much love to you and your world x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋