Prepping For My Narrowboat Home's Biggest Adventure Yet

[@butchieblock9118]

I would like to make a request to all viewers: vote Yes, Vanessa, WE WOULD LOVE AN ANNUAL CALENDAR! including all of her wonderful artwork and adventures!!!! I suggested that to her but I think that the followers need to vote on that!!! PS She LISTENS!!!

[@irenebrown8363]

Great idea

[@mikehurley5052]

Got my vote for sure.

[@terencehammond8878]

Make it a long slim one with the illustration at the top about 4 inches wide

[@johnlawson2984]

Count me in😊

[@butchieblock9118]

Purlease contact Vanessa because believe me she will listen!!!!

[@jimbone9742]

With all the hate and troubles occuring today its nice to be reminded of the beautiful things that are around, many thanks ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Jim! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@donraptor6156]

I guess you have never heard of the crusades? Hate has been going on for centuries.

[@ChrisRamsey-y7r]

Yes, an annual calendar would be superb!

[@mikehurley5052]

What i love about your videos is the genuineness of them, no clickbait like a lot of others, just as it is.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Mike- thank you so much. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

[@williambunting803]

Another lovely story. Your photography is perhaps the best on in this medium. I was excited to see the Coots. I’ve been living on the Harringvliet in the Netherlands for 5 years in a marina, where there are many coots (and foots (Griebs). One coot couple were evicted from perches on a number of boats so I built them a floating nest platform. The first year wasn’t successful as the two chicks were blown away in a storm as they couldn’t climb up once in the water, so I modified the platform to include a ramp for the next season. The next few years were successful and I got to watch the whole coot family process. A lot of fun. That white piece on their fore head is a pad that they use to lever against to tug plants off timbers and surfaces that water weeds grow. I can tell you that they are very diligent parents.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I absolutely love your coot story! What a wonderful and kind thing to do for them.🤩👍👍👍👍👍 Well done! Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@butchieblock9118]

Thank you everybody!! We just all would love to have an annual calendar based on Vanessa's AND ZEPHYR's experiences! The knowledge she imparts to us is beyond soothing!!

[@leftymadrid]

Yes, I would agree with you 100%, Vanessa is an amazing woman indeed!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased that you find the videos soothing. Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What s kind thing to say. Thank you so much! ☺️ Take care 🦋🌻

[@butchieblock9118]

​@@themindfulnarrowboat Let us hope that you found encouragement and will proceed with the annual calendar!! I will give you my credit card information in a heartbeat!! Obviously not here!! I have purchased from you before I have been extremely pleased!!!

[@Graygramma]

I love how you capture the small joys in life. A reminder to us all to look around us for the magic.

[@butchieblock9118]

YES!!; ABSOLUTELY!!! 💯

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so touched by your comment. Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@ginnyburley9552]

I may add here that I have found that no real joy is ever small.

[@michaell1751]

Your videos are so beautifully put together and together with your narration create a wonderfully relaxing vibe, thank you.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is such a kind thing to say, Michael. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@AlanStewartMusic]

Hello sun, have you had a nice holiday? Welcome back to the UK ... cute

[@butchieblock9118]

And funny REALISTIC!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is back and really making itself known at the moment which is lovely to see.Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@kevinmcg6747]

Thank you for providing a wonderful slice of escapism through your wonderful vlogs. They are informative but not 'teachy', comforting but not twee and ultimately remind us that there is an alternative lens to look at and live life. All the very best for next adventure, Kevin.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. I’m so pleased that you enjoy the vlogs. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@cuocsonglangnoigogang]

Your preparation for the narrowboat home’s biggest adventure is nothing short of inspiring. It’s clear that you’re not only embracing the challenges but also savoring the journey with a heart full of excitement and anticipation. Your dedication and enthusiasm shine through, making every step of this adventure truly remarkable. It's a wonderful example of how preparing for a new chapter can be just as exhilarating as the adventure itself. And I am Floating Village Life.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment! Thank you so much. Have a super weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

[@brianrainford8199]

Yes, a calender would be great! Thanks for twenty minutes of tranquility 😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you found it relaxing. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@iannicholson5107]

By good fortune an old friend introduced me to your channel. He asked me if I could envisage such a life as yours. I demurred. I couldn't handle the logistics or the focus but I am damned glad that some do live your life. It is a joyful thing. With regards. I must get one of your books at Christmas for my downstairs neighbour and friend, she will adore it. Some little time ago she fell in love with an appallingly bad poet. For five minutes he declaimed in front of me, that's five minutes of my life I'll never get back. His poem oddly was about a canal and after three minutes I was quite prepared to throw myself into one. Travel well.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

😂😂😂 Oh your comment had me in stitches! I’m relieved that you didn’t throw yourself into the canal though. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@iannicholson5107]

​@@themindfulnarrowboatI was introduced by name to our aspiring but unfortunate poet. Unfairly perhaps since I was still in a state of aesthetic degradation and shock I almost immediately forgot his name. He was very tall and ever after I have always called him Longfellow. After his canal poem he had confided to me that he had read it to a previous girlfriend and she had cried. I hope you will excuse the vulgarity but I immediately thought to myself. "I'm not bloody surprised".

[@allan9603]

After a grueling day of working outside in sweltering South Carolina, USA, sitting down with a pint of Guinness and pulling up Vanessa's videos is a cool retreat indeed 😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

How wonderful! Thank you so much. Take care 🌻🦋

[@Martin-ei9ek]

Like the black stuff myself. Regards from England 😊

[@deborahjohnston2808]

So peaceful,so beautiful!Love the way you find all so many creatures to video and then there’s Zepher💥💥💥💥❤️

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you- thank you so much, Deborah! Take care 🦋🌻

[@normanhowe-gl2tq]

There you are----have missed your videos and Zephyr!!!! Your new adventure sounds exciting and learning!!! It gives all us pilgrims an education in English history. Your appetite for adventure is non-stop and makes it great for us to watch! Hope this finds you well and happy and of course my best to Zephyr, such an amazing partner!!!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@jimmyface71]

Finding this channel has been nothing short of joy. Thank you for taking us with you on your journeys. They, like you, are amazing!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you, Jimmy! Thank you so much. Take care🌻🦋

[@Charlie-ez5zr]

Another lovely video. Always a joy to see Zephyr, I also love your drawings

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Zephyr entertains me every day with her antics.Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@mychalloving6821]

Unfortunately my arthritic back pain was quite flared up this morning. But never fear, it’s Friday! And yes, Vanessa did post a new vlog this week. So I turn to my favorite KZbin channel for just the right medicine I need. Your beautiful scenery, such well chosen music, water reflections, all so peaceful and relaxing. Much better now and ready for the project of the day which is sorting out my art supplies. (More good medicine.). Blessings to you and your mindful family; Mr. M and Mrs. Z. And yes I would buy a calendar for sure. We usually buy 4 or 5 each year for our home which is neither narrow nor a boat, so, lots of wall space to fill. Heck, I might even buy two of yours!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I hope your back pain has eased and that you sorted out all of your art supplies? Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@trudi0s]

I look forward to your videos! I always learn something and they always make me smile!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I am so pleased to hear that the videos make you smile.Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@tracyirwin8681]

Catching up on your Vlogs after a busy summer, loved the greedy coot and your wonderful poem. Such beautiful countryside where you were. Thank you so much. x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I hope you had a wonderful summer, Tracy. Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🌻🦋

[@tracyirwin8681]

@@themindfulnarrowboat thank you Vanessa we have ..it seems to have gone by so quickly though I guess because we were waiting for the better weather that didn't seem to materialise x

[@johnlawson2984]

Beautiful vlog as usual…I enjoyed the tour of Beeston Castle, so much history and beautiful views. Zephyr and her “please Mom go and fetch my toy for me”😊. What a character! Yes on the calendar! Biscuits looked yummy. Take care and safe travels. 🦮🐛

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was a beautiful place to visit.Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@PaulWest_Videographer]

Happy belated birthday Vanessa! That was some great shots of the rather shy reed warbler, that too would be a wildlife treat to film one of those. And, the very hungry coot too, made for a really relaxing Vlog of yours as usual. I'm sure the narrowboat will be very thankful indeed that you managed to shore-up their boat, that was both very practical and helpful of you to do that for them. I'm also thinking of a holiday on a narrowboat - sometime in the Autumn, as the prices might well be cheaper then. But, for a single person, as I am, dealing with all those canal locks seems a bit daunting to think about right now... Looking forward to that special seaward adventure for next Friday.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

If you hire a boat on the Ashby canal, there aren't any locks. It's s lovely strecth to do too.Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@PaulWest_Videographer]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Hi Vanessa, Thank you for your reply, and recommendation. I have just checked out the Ashby Boat Company website*, and they have boat hire(s) for 2 people. Being a single person, I have no-one to accompany me on what would otherwise be a life-long wish to travel on a narrowboat, having resided near the Kennet and Avon Canal near Theale, West Berkshire. It's great that canal has been fully restored after many years of neglect, there were parts near Aldermaston, and Midgham, there were completely dried-up. As a teenager during the summer school holidays, I would help the boaters at the two or three locks in the area. On one occasion, my former science teacher from The Willink School turned-up in a river cruiser, she and her family were very thankful for my help, as one lock is very deep, and with a very slippery metal ladder to get off the boat and on to the canal bank. Ever since then, I have wondered what it would be like to travel on a boat on a canal - another reason why I love to watch your beautifully made Vlogs Vanessa. You are living the dream, and may that long continue. 😃 🛥

[@hdcrow]

heck yes. A calendar would be great. And a line of greeting cards.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for the encouragement. Take care 🦋🌻

[@cherylmccarthy4179]

You do know we are all coming with you on this adventure I’m a little scared but very excited to see what the new adventure brings I’m sure it will be amazing. Thank you for taking us with you 🥰🥰🥰

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The more the merrier! 👍 Thank you so much for watching. 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@christineprice5463]

You hoo! A calendar! Happy belated birthday, Vanessa. 🎉🎉 Take care of yourself. Have a lovely weekend.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I wasn't going to do one this year, but I am so touched that some of you would like one that I'll have to see what I can do. Thank you so much for watching, Christine. Take care 🦋🌻

[@christineprice5463]

Take care of yourself! See you in next video.

[@chriskiefel7735]

A mushroom puppet show! LOL. I love your tea/snack/journaling time at the end. I always look forward to that part.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@DBoudreaux-sm1py]

I am from Carencro, Louisiana USA I love watching your videos you do an awesome job putting the videos together. Very educational as well.. thank you Donna Boudreaux

[@butchieblock9118]

I'm a northern transplant currently living in Ocean Springs Mississippi!! Along with my British mother!!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is very kind of you, Donna! Thank you so much. Take care🦋🌻

[@carlfama140]

Zephyr looks really happy dog.x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

She is a little gem!Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@robineasby5328]

Watching you glide along the canal on a sunny evening with beautiful scenery is just so relaxing. Looking forward to your adventures on the Manchester Ship Canal.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was such a relaxing cruise that evening.Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@paulsanderson8804]

For those who do not know. The magnificent view from Beeston Castle shows miles and miles of the Cheshire plain. Inc the Welsh mountains Also the second castle Peckfords is now mainly used for marriage. Ceremonies. Great video once again and yes agree for the calendar..

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for the extra information 🤩👍 Take care 🌻🦋

[@jetblack6953]

Vanessa thank you for bringing back some calm and reality back into my day. Not sure when this was filmed, but just lately with all the BAD things that are happening right now you are my CALM with your beautiful free spirit enthusiasm for life, your vlog is a sanctury for my sanity THANK YOU and god bless you and Zeph.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you find the vlogs relaxing. This was filmed two weeks ago. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@Terryb31]

Hi Vanessa, another great vlog. It's so lovely to watch and realise that all the things you show and highlight so well are things that I see too. Living on a narrowboat now for nearly 10 years I see them, but am I actually "looking"? Watching your vlogs, makes me reflect on everyday sights and take more notice. Only today I rescued a young Coot separated from his parents while he spent the time in the lock I was going down in, frantically fighting the leaking top gates flow. I used a landing net to scoop him out then reunited him with his mummy and daddy. Goodluck on the Ship Canal, It feels so good underneath you. It's like the boat really needs lots of water to really feel at home. Happy chugging. xxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a wonderful story of your coot rescue! That bird will remember you, I’m sure. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@billycaldwell3804]

Great vlog Vanessa, the little coot must have been very hungry, brilliant photography as usual, stay safe 🙏.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The little coot was hungry wasn't it! Luckily, there was lots for it to eat.Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@maryodonnell5760]

OMG you should win a prize for gradually leading us into that magical bird world with the hungry coote...found myself screaming laughing...the end was beautiful too...loved every minute! You are picking up some sun now too!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It really was a funny coot wasn’t it? Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Mary. Take care 🦋🌻

[@Lutz-lo7cl]

Vanessa, your lifestyle truly has “planetary contact” by going through all of that to print two pages. Things we take for granted… like printers in our homes. Cheers, Lutz… you know from where. :)

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind comment. Thank you for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@isabelrafael2866]

A calendar would be wonderful, you have such a talent. Can't wait to see what you'll create on those empty pages.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@EdRobertson-d2n]

What an Amazing video and the Sketching too, You have an Incredible Talent Vanessa, don't ever lose that,....Zephyr,....Big Hugs.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much 😊 Take care 🦋🌻

[@SallyCurrell]

A calendar would be great. I love your beautiful artwork and words you write. To be able to see it every day sounds perfect.. Sounds exciting. A trip down the ship canal. Definitely very different xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@MelG-ut3hs]

Such a calming video with beautiful poetry. Just what I needed to counteract this stressful world.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you found the vlog relaxing. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@shirleygreaves9650]

I missed you last week, I’m glad you’re back. It looks like Zephyr enjoyed her trip to Beeston Castle, thanks for history lesson I always learn something new while watching your vlog. I’m looking forward to seeing your big adventure on the Manchester ship! Have a good weekend, all of you. xxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Shirley, I’ve had some very sad news which has taken me away from my boat. This vlog was almost finished when it happened which is why it came out late as I have found time here and there to finish it, but there won’t be a vlog next week as I’m still away. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@shirleygreaves9650]

I’m sorry to hear that Vanessa, a big virtual hug from me, take care and take as long as you need. Lots of love. xxx

[@lorrainerichardson3280]

Aww the little coot must have been starving. It just shows the vulnerability of creatures relying on the environment. Loved my trip with you this week and looking forward to the sea trip. Take care as always =-)

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The coot was on a growth spurt I think! 😄Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Lorraine. Take care 🌻🦋

[@MickStrain]

Another weekly dose of pure immersive relaxation in a beautiful video, good luck on you “wild water” adventure, I can’t wait.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Mick. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@jeancarpentier5920]

Absolutely wonderfull.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for watching and for your kind comment too. Take care🦋🌻

[@yvonnebailey9973]

Lovely vlog. You show and give us history lessons in one. Thanks for letting us share your adventures. Take care and stay safe.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are very welcome, Yvonne. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@irenebrown8363]

Lovely to be with you on these adventures ❤ and yor lovely dog❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It is lovely for you to join us. Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@TheDaf95xf]

Good morning Vanessa & Zeph 😊 With what’s going on at the moment in our country it’s refreshing watching Zeph and you on your travels in total tranquility 😊 Love seeing the new Avanti class 800s on the Crewe Chester railway line 👍🏻 Take care on the Manchester Ship Canal. Love Stevie x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Isn’t the news absolutely shocking at the moment? Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🦋🌻

[@johnd7904]

Hello Vanessa. We were watching Taylor's Aboard today and they always have a way of accentuating the negative and at one point I said to my wife "They could use a big dose of Vanessa", of course because you are always so positive and sunny. LOL

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

They are funny aren’t they? 🤗🤭It’s lovely to hear from you, John. Thank you so much ☺️ Take care🦋🌻

[@johnsutherland6322]

Vanessa what a most beautiful and relaxing life you have keep going and doing what you love good luck Vanessa ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, John. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@conniesimons8521]

I hope your adventure is as exciting and successful as you have planned.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I hope so too.Thank you so much for watching, Connie. Take care 🦋🌻

[@robertseaman2254]

What a incredible place and all its beauty,do you ever miss having human company coming along with you to see all these wonderful places with you to share.best wishes robert.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

My husband is with me for part of the week. He can’t be on the vlogs as his work is of a sensitive nature and he has signed a code of conduct that he can’t be on social media. When he isn’t there, Zephyr keeps me company. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@scottbrookfield6813]

You are so talented Vanessa. The content and narration of your vlogs is worthy of prime time TV. Thankyou 🤗

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@francoisHUGARD]

Thanks as always sweet lady xxx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

You are very welcome.Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@jeancarpentier5920]

PURE!!!!!!!!! Love it...........

[@SBluesue]

The warbler and coot poem is my absolute favourite! X

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@kathykenyon2079]

Kudos to you for deciding to step outside of your comfort zone!! What fine adventures you and Zeph have! Thank you for sharing them!❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Kathy! Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@Debba521]

You've been missed! Very glad to see a new video posted. And it's a lovely one. Gorgeous views and happy Zephyr making the most out of life. Dogs know how to do it best. I wish you the very best on your pink 'shrooms, and look forward to your adventure on the big water. Loved the poem at the end. The warbler proved the pen is mightier than the sword. Or beak, I guess 😆. Take care, stay safe!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Debba, the warbler definitely did proof the pen is mightier than the sword didn’t it?🤭 Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@suedale1865]

A calendar of your art work would be great May I request as well as wide type calendar a slim line calendar I only have wall space for slimline that I use & see all the time & your art. Would be so nice 👍 Thanks for taking us to Beeston castle 💕

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Sue, that’s good advice. I’ll see what I can do. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@RandyOm]

England is soooo greenly lush!

[@JaneHinchliffe]

Glad Zephyr found her toy this time lol. Gorgeous views from the castle, interesting about the sorrel, Telford, and all the other bits of info you shared. Always so good, Vanessa. x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@WanabeHippie]

Loved your poem this week. Also loved the lock gate with plants growing over it. Thanks for the journey.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I love those lock gates too! Aren’t they beautiful? Thank you so much for watching. Take care🦋🌻

[@morrisophile]

Hiya. Sorry we only had time for the briefest - and most confusing - conversation today as we passed you. Was trying to say, really sorry about the loss of your friend, whilst wishing you a safe onward journey and telling you how much we enjoy your videos (especially the lovely sound your teapot makes as you add the hot water!). You can't say all that in a passing moment! We've been in Chester for a lovely few days and are just starting the run home to South Derbyshire (Mercia marina). Lovely to meet you, briefly, in person and to see Zephyr taking a swim 😊 Dave and Mary, NB Andante. XX

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Dave and Mary, it may have been a brief conversation but it was still lovely to say ‘hi’. Thank you so much for your kind words too. Safe travels x Take care🦋🌻

[@anbheansachuisneoir9233]

Watching these videos is one of the highlights of my week.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That really makes me feel happy to know that. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@jennyfulcher8035]

Beautiful old castle 🏰 with a lovely, scenic view! It will be fun watching your mushrooms pin through the box window. 🍄Wonderful illustrations of the warbler and coot with a delightful poem! Have a great weekend. Jenny 🐦🥀🐝

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The mushrooms burst through the box with great enthusiasm!🤩 I left them too long as I got too attached to them to eat them and so they went past their best. 🤭 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@jennyfulcher8035]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Oh well, at least you had fun with them! :o)

[@maries3000]

I love that combination of meadowsweet and sorrel - just beautiful. Looking forward to seeing more of your big adventure on the Manchester Ship Canal.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@butchieblock9118]

Vanessa, WE ARE LISTENING!!!

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much! Take care 🌻🦋

[@butchieblock9118]

​​@@themindfulnarrowboat vanessa, you have heard our thoughts!!! Thank you for listening!!! I have purchased from you before, and I will continue to do so!!!

[@leftymadrid]

When I get a notification of a new blog, I save it for late at night when I've finished everything, and really enjoy the start to finish every single time. ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased you do that! Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@Red-ns9ny]

Condolences Vanessa🥰😢💕 May your journey onwards not be so heavy and float back to joy before long. Your heart is big and is why is so heavy when you lose your closest. Your friend will continue being an Angel in another dimension and will be beside all those who are loved by this very soul and travel through the Universe traversing the stars and becoming one herself so look out for your friend twinkling back at you when you are back on your boat. Angels are eternal and you are also one right now🥰❤️💕🦋🐝xx

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you for your kind words, Red. Take care 🌻🦋

[@markrant1460]

Dear Vanessa, Zephyr and Alice Grace. Your journey on the Manchester is going to be such an adventure. Hopefully you will enjoy sunshine and NO troubling breezes. Can't wait to hear what you have to say about it. Just enjoy it and don't let its size intimidate you. If you get time and you pass by Chester stop in to see the castle and the zoo, well worth the adventure as well. Mark Alberta, Canada

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Hi Mark, I think its going to take me a few weeks before I get there. I will definitely stop at Chester though. Thank you so much for watching. 😊 Take care 🌻🦋

[@alexandersunter4899]

Your videos are gooooooood. Keep em coming Venessa. Annual calendar a good idea.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@roncobb3449]

I enjoy your video's. You bring a calm to my day. Thank you.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much ☺️ Take care🦋🌻

[@JD987abc]

Such a lovely video. Very calming for me as i lie awake at 3:00. Thank you Vanessa for reminding us to get out of your comfort zone. Al best Joe and Gigi.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you found the video calming. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@damianjones7554]

I grew up in this area, how lovely to see Beeston Castle again after all these years and 'the shade oak' still in business also nice to know.😊

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The pub is so popular and is doing really well I think. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@peterashton5941]

Thank you for another gentle time out. Take care and stay safe on your adventures.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Peter! Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@melissalambert7615]

Nice hike up to the castle and the view was lovely. Young coot, only ever heard of Old coots. Is that a phrase in England? Lovely poem. Looking forward to your next adventure. Hello from Oregon, US.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I don’t know that phrase but I’ll look it up and see what it means. Thank you so much for watching. Take care🦋🌻

[@piggymito]

I think that was my favourite of your poems, properly made me chuckle.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@butchbinion1560]

Thanks, beautiful scenery safe travels. You’re absolutely amazing.. ✌🏻👊🏼

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@robertmeadows7508]

There are always subjects in your lovely wide-ranging videos that spark a memory or so with me ! The bindweed flowers we used to pick as kids 1950s being careful to get an intact calix ! We then climbed a tree to a suitable height , held flower at arms length , squeeze the calix so that the flower popped out to parachute to the Earth ! As for Coots , I've not seen one for years & they were once everywhere it seemed ! Summers night-fishing with a couple of mates 1960s , we were often startled by Coots giving great bursts of alarm calls for some reason , perhaps they detected distant thunder as Pheasants often do ? Slowly since then many species have been declining in numbers it seems for me ! Take care please !Thank you !

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a fabulous childhood memory! This is the sort of thing that children should be doing today. That is much more fun than playing a computer game isn’t it? Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@PeteGlyde]

Hello Mindful Narrowboater: OMG; you're off to tidal waters me ol' sea dog; I will worry about you but I think you're ready for it. I think you'll be crossing The Wash one day. I was really impressed with how you dealt with the canal being blocked by a narrow boat. Very professional. Pete Glyde.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I will definitely be crossing the Wash one day but I’ll leave it until I’ve seen the rest of the system first, just in case it sinks my boat! Thank you for watching. Take care🌻🦋

[@terencehammond8878]

Just back with my BC Kate ,coffee Kit Kat and then indulge myself in your wonderful vlog (chocolate chip I see today !!) many thanks take care 🐾🐾

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I hope you enjoyed the indulge!Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@StevesRepairs]

Thanks Vanessa, still playing catch-up, take care and all the best. Stevie

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Stevie! Take care 🦋🌻

[@onesjshrk]

You've a lot of fans and deservedly so, your videos and commentary are beautiful and interesting....and yes, indeed calming.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

What a kind thing to say. Thank you so much!☺️ Take care 🌻🦋

[@lionelmarytravels6003]

Hello Vanessa. Good to see a new video from you. And what a beauty it was! I don't think I've ever seen a dog leap into a river or canal. They usually walk in from the edge, but then Zephyr is a very special dog. Loved the hungry Coot with the Reed Warbler and the castle. Such wonderful views from the top. You are such a talented lady x

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Zephyr loves the diving part the best, especially on a hot day. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@LynnB_Ky]

Another lovely watch Vanessa and so nice to see the castle and lovey views from up there (including Alice Grace). I wonder how the mushrooms will do. Great journal entry as always. Thank you for sharing. We look forward to your updates on a Friday evening. Have a great weekend 🥰🦋

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

The mushrooms burst through the box beautifully but I grew so attached to them that I couldn’t bring myself to eat them, so they wilted. 🤭 Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@LynnB_Ky]

@@themindfulnarrowboat Haha, oh bless you 🍄 Take care too 🥰

[@havootu]

Always grateful for your post. Theyre so peaceful and alow me to relax from my mind. They really help me on days where I'm not feeling well. ❤ Thankyou for being you ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I really hope you don’t have many days when you’re not feeling well but I’m glad my videos help in some way. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@divinerdetective44]

In the states you can get printing done in any library.

[@ShelleyAnderson-g9g]

Uk too 👍

[@Terryb31]

Libraries are in short supply on the banks of the canals. Where Vanessa was at that time, just a post box is half a mile walk. 🤪

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I should have moored near one and made it easier on myself, but I reall wanted a view of the castle.Thank you so much for watching. Take care 🦋🌻

[@pilpelet100]

Another beautiful video Vanessa - ably helped by Zephyr! Thanks so much.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for watching and for your kind comment, Ruth. Take care🦋🌻

[@BlissAtthebay]

Informing and entertaining, as always, thank you. And, it's fun waiting to see what cookies or cakes you will be puttng out with your tea 😋

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for watching and for your lovely comment too. Take care🦋🌻

[@neildaly6787]

Beeston Castle looks amazing....all that wonderful plant life in the ditch surrounding the castle. Looking forward to your adventure on the ship canal. Thanks again.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was the most beautiful ditch that I have ever seen! Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb]

Best part of Friday evening watching your vlogs. Great wildlife shots as usual. Enjoy your coming adventures.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That’s so kind of you, Andrew. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@andrewswatland4622]

Another great vlog. Thanks for the calm tranquility you share. ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you, Andrew. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@WinterRiver33]

Such a pleasant experience watching your channel.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

That is so kind of you. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@juppster5694]

Fabulous video work! I just love the close-up work on the ravenous coot and reed warbler ❤ Your production quality is outstanding 🙏

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

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

[@garyp8471]

That's a relaxing Friday night, grand video Once again thankyou for showing us round, wonderful nature around there. All the best Gary n Irene

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment , kind Gary and Irene! Take care🌻🦋

[@ChipLohman]

I always look forward to the entertaining mini trips to England and your adventures on the water. Keep the ball cap. ❤

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@simon-nb-Betsyray]

Hello Vanessa and Zephyr another brilliant vlog 😊It will be nice for u to have new challenges ahead and of course you're be taking us with u. 🐕🥎🖨📮🪒

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I will definitely be taking you with me! I hope you are well, Simon and enjoying life on the canal in the sunshine. Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@carljeffrey82]

the area is different , you can see a change in landscape. Now, you are about to be a real marnier. GO GIRL, we are with you

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It’s all going to change! 🤩Thank you so much for your lovely comment Take care🌻🦋

[@Clivewheeler]

Another great video Vanessa. Really enjoyable to watch.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much, Clive! Have a super week. Take care 🦋🌻

[@nicolaj3294]

Hi Vanessa, some lovely views in this vlog as always. Looking forward to you going on the Manchester canal, that will be exciting.

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

It was a great place to visit to admire the views. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@emeraldphoenix9229]

I missed you last week & belated happy birthday Vanessa, have a wonderful joyful magical year & all the rest & magical voyages. Thankyou for your beautiful serene, peaceful lovely videos, & wonderful drawings & poems

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

I’m sorry about last week’s vlog. I was nearly finished editing it but I suddenly had to leave the boat for an emergency and I’m still away. I edited the last part when I felt up to it to finish it, but I’m still away so there won’t be a vlog next week. Thank you for your lovely comment. Take care 🌻🦋

[@emeraldphoenix9229]

@@themindfulnarrowboat You have absolutely nothing to apologise for! You are perfectly entitled to miss posting a vlog for whatever reason. I do admit I was wondering & slightly worried for you, based on your usual output rhythm, but this is more a reflection of not being in a great place myself as it were & your vlogs are so uplifting , comforting & beautiful!

[@emeraldphoenix9229]

@@themindfulnarrowboat I sincerely hope everything is ok & will be ok for you & sending best wishes of peace & positive vibes , take care & be well.

[@user-woolfallD]

Good see an happy dog 🐕

[@themindfulnarrowboat]

Thank you so much ☺️ Take care 🦋🌻