Surviving Winter on a Narrowboat: How We Keep Warm and Cosy

[@thistinylife]

We're curious, what's your favourite cold weather meal? The one food you turn to that instantly warms you up? For Jack, it's a pie... For Gabby it's a hearty mushroom soup! How about you? Thank you for watching this week! It's been a chilly few days on board but the fire is keeping us toasty. If you enjoyed this video and would like to buy us a coffee, that would be so kind! You can do so here: ko-fi.com/thistinylife See you next week, Jack + Gabby xx

[@tiffanyyoung3865]

Chilli an cornbread ❤❤❤

[@thornbird6768]

Stew and dumplings ❤

[@anniemac3075]

Chunky veg soup with herby dumplings.

[@dudemonkfish4471]

Sausage, Mash, Onion and Mushroom gravy. mmmmmmmm

[@wendee2022]

Any type of soup that I can add Ginger and Garlic too 😊

[@christinaward161]

You guys are awesome, and doing a brilliant job as parents. Id just say, forget the clock, just do meals whenever, feed bubs whenever, do chores whenever......life is so short, so enjoy the moment you re in. xxxx

[@jackyalexander4810]

Totally agree x

[@Judith-eq9pd]

Sleep when baby sleeps if you can at least in these early days, your doing a great job, take care of each other 🤗

[@FirstSuiGeneris]

As a grandfather of nine, I love how you two have made a handcrafted mobile for the baby! I have just become a subscriber to your channel after watching your channel a bit! I appreciate your channel from America, with your odyssey within the narrow boat community in England.

[@thistinylife]

Thanks for subscribing and saying hi! That's a lot of birthdays to remember 😅

[@FirstSuiGeneris]

@@thistinylife not really that why I have daughter-in-laws to remind me! : )

[@Rachellovescheese]

Bert’s mobile looks so lovely. Well done guys. Gabby, try & rest when you can. Feeding a newborn is so draining, you deserve self care too. The stew looked delicious

[@minimalmomgreece]

The baby is so lucky! Wonderful parents !

[@glennclarke9787]

Great to see you guys, 🎉what a lovely family you are, thank you for letting us be with you ❤xx

[@thistinylife]

Thank you so much for watching :)

[@usenye0dikut]

I love the mobile! Using a map to make hot air balloons was an amazing idea :) I would have loved to have seen some origami cranes to give Jobert a bit of variety seeing as how, from his perspective, the hot air balloons might look a bit odd and shapeless.

[@clairereid6974]

Honestly that is so good! That will be a precious heirloom in years to come! ♥️🐚

[@aimee8151]

The bit at the end with Tilly and the baby mobile! 😍

[@uponreflection]

Great job on the mobile making. Looks fab. The ending with Tilly enjoying it really made me chuckle 😂😊

[@dudemonkfish4471]

Making memories.... No coffee arrrggghhhh. Well done folks. Soon be spring and hopefully a little warmer.

[@thistinylife]

No coffee is a nightmare! We have since stocked up haha

[@jenhanlon3840]

The mobile is so cool and you can add and change it so easily. Clever Also that’s my absolute favourite kinda weather too. 😊❄️☀️

[@beverleybutler7685]

Joubert has grown so much bless him. Love the mobile, can't beat handmade! 🤩

[@thistinylife]

Hasn't he! Thank you ✨

[@obiblooze5902]

Aaah, Tilly under the mobile, brilliant 💖

[@thistinylife]

Hahaha, we couldn't resist!

[@anniemac3075]

Brilliant mobile, glad Gabby took over cutting out the shapes or you'd still be sitting on the floor snipping away Jack! Gaffer tape is wonderful stuff but hopefully you won't need it on the chimney. Keep warm, keep being your lovely selves & see the 4 of you soon Xx

[@tereasia]

They make foil tape for chimneys, that would be good

[@ead9726]

Oh my goodness❤️your son is certainly growing fast.

[@wesandchelle]

I love the little robins along the toe path. The craft project is adorable. So funny seeing Tilly lying under the mobile.

[@margoz7251]

Little babies like Jo prefer to look at faces, or simple black and white images. Swirl shapes attract a lot of gaze time. Remember to have any image or interesting parts face baby, as the mobile is for him, not onlookers!

[@markrant1460]

Dear Jack, Gabby and baby, I can't express how much I appreciate your determination for making a go of narrowboat life and with a baby in tow. Having lived in a rural part of British Columbia, relying on wood heat exclusively, the secret to keeping warm is to keep the wood stove going, haha I know. Seriously wood heat will dry the air out in the cabin faster than anything and by getting rid of the damp one feels warmer. Damp air always feels colder than dry air. Keep up the GREAT work with the videos. Mark Alberta, Canada (just had a spell of -30 and -40)

[@thistinylife]

Thanks so much. Oh wowwww hope you're keeping nice and toasty out there, pretty impressive temperatures ❄️❄️❄️❄️

[@michaellewis3067]

Love the mobile. Tilly seems thrilled 😁

[@maryparton5131]

What a lovely mobile Joubert will love it! I bet he will like the reflections of the water on the ceiling as well with the moving patterns. You guys are doing an amazing job. 😊

[@thistinylife]

Yes when he can start seeing more colours and further away hopefully he'll find the reflections as mesmerising as us!

[@chrisknowles7443]

Well done terrific mobile! Jo is looking bigger & alert! Obviously feeling right at home bless ‘im! It’s darn cold here too, it’s been -8 deg - too cold to snow!!! This is still the warmest place in Canada! Global cooling going on now!!! Love n’Hugs xxx

[@toadstooltarot]

Great mobile! Maybe add several spots of color on different panels, so when they spin, the baby is more stimulated?

[@ddenice963]

The pup under the mobile is the best 😂😂😂😂

[@thistinylife]

Ha we don't think we're going to top that shot this year 😅

[@marietjejansen]

Such a lovely family!

[@theresamnsota3925]

Babies everywhere in the small living/van life worlds. You two, Travel Beans, and Eamon and Bec. Love seeing how you’re incorporating your little tater tot into boat life.

[@thistinylife]

It is baby season isn't it!! Thank you ✨✨

[@dakopyc]

So beautifully filmed, you guyz! Love the closeups and short/long focus shots and ambiance. Felt like I was right there like one of the canal sparrows... enjoying that beautiful "sunny but cold" winter morning with you! 🐦 ☀️ ❄️ 😹 Thank you for sharing... cheers from the coast of Oregon! 🐟 🌊 🌲

[@LookMaintenance]

I'm staying on Piano Raft in West Yorkshire. I just reached 23.6C and 34%humidity in the living room. Mixture of actions. Stones around fireplace. Now below 0 I had to top up fireplace with diesel heater 1kW. No insulation yet. I'm on scaffolding boards 5 inches above the canal. Lost few barrels.

[@AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb]

Forgot the pleasure in having a real fire, enjoyed the vlog. Thank you.

[@thistinylife]

It's the heart of the boat!! Thank you ✨

[@jmitch5161]

A joy to watch as always 🙏

[@marianneeckertjensen4723]

Wonderful winter days! And quite a neat little mobile.. :D

[@patriciadavison1486]

You probably know this already..but having had four stoves (one being a relatively new , good German maker and 18 months old) the chimney area had a tiny leak (found by Heatas engineer when it was too late..after the annual chimney cleaning -and before fire was lit for season- so leak was missed ‘cos leak was next to impossible to find) Get a carbon monoxide alarm installed. Husband and I ended up a week in hospital with carbon monoxide poisoning (which we thought was ‘flu!!! The stove was condemned by fire dept., We were told to get alarms fit but we lived to tell the tale…and rest of village folk got alarms installed immediatly. Just a friendly reminder. Love to you all. Fabulous video and vlog, as always. XXXX

[@sophiematthewman1770]

Love this whole episode. Especially the joint effort of the children's mobile. it;s lovely as is, but you could also add to it and make it more shiny/colourful as you find other cool things he would like!! x

[@sheilajoseph9953]

Another lovely vlog. Lovely mobile for Joubert, who appears to be growing fast, he's such a beauty.🥰💚

[@Nothingtoseehere271]

You all are so adorable! It’s such a pleasure to have a little sneak peek into your lovely family life every week 😊 And the mobile is fantastic ❤❤

[@thistinylife]

Oh thanks so much that's so lovely to say!

[@yvonnebailey9973]

Thoroughly enjoyed your video, thank you for sharing a day in your life. The mobile looks really good. Take care and stay safe. X

[@mikeboone4425]

Yep keep that munchkins brain working every second of his waking moments it is a must the more color the better be good to him some day he will be pushing you around in your chair. Believe me I'm almost there now and my son passed away in 2012. so when the time comes it's a motor on our chaires . Take care stay safe and enjoy every minute you have with him. Happy Trails

[@julietfaraj1608]

Another delightful video! When my babies were newborns, I always felt it took time for them to adjust to not being connected to the 24/7 umbilical chord! That and just the rapid growth needs so much nourishment! Hang in there Gabby, it's tiring but so worth it for long term health for Jo! You might be interested in two other channels that both have youngsters and a similar mindset to yourselves, Free Range Homestead and Mossy Bottom. Not narrowboaters but worth a look ... I think you'd like them. Take care lovely people!

[@lizzieludbrook9512]

Ah guys your videos are so wholesome 🫶🏼 My dream is to live onboard a narrow boat and watching this gives me even more itchy feet!!! 🩷

[@mrben.4064]

Yet another very well crafted Vlog…from a lovely family living a wonderful on the cut!🤗…Joubert is a beaut, changing so fast…🥰…keep warm guys! ❤

[@thistinylife]

Thanks so much! 😊 he's got so much bigger, surprises us all the time 😅

[@annjarvis9300]

You are both getting on with it and doing grand with the baby love the mobile well done both love to you all from your oldies tc keep warm n well 🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@lexheath8276]

Jack & Gabby, little Joubert too. We love y'all. I'm jealous of your life, and mines pretty damn good at 64.

[@efortunywhitton]

LOVE the mobile you both made!! ❤ I know what you mean: cold, crisp sunny days, are the absolute best! xo

[@pattysommers3566]

Great job. You two are so handy.

[@vickyf164]

Hey Guys, you are just the loveliest family. Absolutely loved the mobile. Have a blessed week 🙏

[@thistinylife]

Oh thank you 🥰🥰 you too!

[@5581debdo1]

Re leak. Watching you tighten the band. Could turning a it round so that the join is at the highest point may help. I thought the water may be running down to the join. Just an idea. Love your vlogs. X

[@tamirose8562]

Hi guys,it's snowing here in Paris Tennessee 👍

[@lauralowery9303]

😮 Wow that's awesome! Very clever! I'm sure little Jo will love it. Stay warm guys! 💕

[@fionaodwyer9371]

That is the nicest baby mobile I've ever seen it's beautiful well done to ye.❤

[@thistinylife]

Aw thank you 🥰

[@mazingmumma1]

I think you two have got a beautiful life balance ..... the mobile is awesome !

[@thistinylife]

Thank you ✨

[@jackiehanning8808]

Love the mobile...

[@carolrichardson5259]

Love the mobile!

[@lisaroot4798]

Joubert is getting so big. I love the mobile that you both made for him and Tilly enjoyed it too. Another great vlog guys thank you ❤

[@thistinylife]

Isn't he just!! Thank you 🥰

[@theoddjobcentre6686]

​@@thistinylifeit's freezing outside I'm watching you infront of a coal fire at the min, who grooms tilly she always looks so smart and stay warm definitely

[@Anita-rq9ev]

What a lovely vlog. I like your positive attitude and how you manage so well with life on your boat 👍. The mobile for Joubert is beautiful, you did a great job. Take care

[@thistinylife]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@andreaPat70]

Awesome video love the mobile x

[@thistinylife]

Oh thank you so much this is really kind and appreciated ✨

[@raydebbiemcdonald3208]

I just love the mobile.

[@cindygutha8124]

My favorite cold day meal is either homemade chicken soup or beef stew with homemade buns.Awesome job on the mobile.Stay safe and warm.

[@thistinylife]

Thank you ✨

[@lindapearson7268]

😁Awe you two make my heart warm .precious times .

[@thistinylife]

Aw that's so sweet, thank you 🥰

[@elizabethramsay2564]

Absolutely fab mobile. Oh you are clever!😊

[@thistinylife]

Pretty chuffed with it!! Thank you ✨

[@jeannesauvage117]

Awww, I just love the mobile! Well done!!

[@thistinylife]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@maureenlowther7621]

Love the vlog and the mobile is awesome.❤️❤️❤️

[@kennethmcclure6388]

re the coal, have you tried Lektofuel Night Briquettes? I hated using coal too, and although we don't need to keep a stove going all night anymore, we've used these briquettes a couple of nights to keep the chill off for the kids and the stove is still warm to the touch in the morning. Just thought it worth mentioning. On another note, totally love your boat and aesthetic choices, absolutely dreamy!

[@rebeccafagan2927]

I use night briquettes and they burn all night, also good for chucking on if you are popping out for the day

[@moonchild1518]

I love your mobile. Thank you.

[@thistinylife]

Thank you for watching!

[@christineprice5463]

Good job! Mobile is great! Thanks for the video 😊

[@jewelrussell8288]

Love the mobile

[@thistinylife]

Thank you 😊

[@highlandjournalart654]

Love your videos. My man says try heatproof silicone on that seal. (He used to build narrowboats.)

[@thistinylife]

Thank you!

[@highlandjournalart654]

@@thistinylife any other problems he’s happy to help x

[@beckskitchenwyitch]

How awesome loving the mobile Keep up the good work xx

[@tonysimons2860]

Thanks!

[@thistinylife]

Thank you so much :) xx

[@renamika3617]

Ευχαριστούμε!

[@thistinylife]

Thank you!! XX

[@sallyscanlan7269]

This has been one of my favourite vlogs, I love watching the both of you. Stay warm, sometimes it’s ok to use things like coal. 💛 love from Australia The mobile is fantastic 🤩

[@thistinylife]

That's so lovely to hear thank you, we slowed it down a bit this week 🥰

[@jonathanphillips3257]

Awesome video, thanks for sharing with us. Catch you next time ⏲️ 😊

[@islamacneil]

I just recently discovered you channel and have binge watched all of your videos! Love your energy & wholesome vibes. What a lovely way of living 🥰

[@thistinylife]

Thank you so much!! Really lovely to have you on board :) xx

[@Jax240jk]

Just a bit of advice take it or leave it but while little man is asleep lay him down. I had my 3rd son in my arms so much that he was like a piece of velcro until he went to school. Its cute but at the age of 54 my back is suffering and living on a boat now isnt great fir me when it come to changing the gas bottles and other heavy jobs. You really are a lovely little family and doing a great job.

[@thistinylife]

Good advice thank you!! We do try and pop him down for at least a few hours during the day but he doesn't always last that long before a little winge for a cuddle!

[@susannahwhitaker994]

I just love your humour and casual way with everything life throws at you. I was wondering, are you on a permanent mooring ,as you have a few things stored on the towpath. It must be nice if you have somewhere more permanent 🤗

[@suemobsby7155]

You guys are amazing love your escapades

[@thistinylife]

Oh thank you!!

[@jacksg1809]

Tomato 🍅 soup and crusty wholemeal rolls for a cold Baltic day . Joubert is growing and changing so fast ...have u swept ur chimney recently ...just done mine surprising how bunged up they get . Stay warm and dry 😊

[@thistinylife]

Yes we did ours not too long ago!! Isn't he just, thanks for saying hi ✨

[@christinehammell6365]

Well done, the mobile is great x

[@thistinylife]

Thank you ✨✨

[@aniabrandt7]

Baby Bert is so beautiful

[@tamirose8562]

Beef stew or chili,warms the body

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

Awesome vlog and awwww so talented too. Loved the mobile. Great vlog indeed. Every best wish. ❤

[@thistinylife]

Thank you so much 😁

[@joannahart1604]

❤ you guys so lovely xx

[@pandrew3146]

You guys are just so loveable, love your videos 😊

[@thistinylife]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@sugarpuff2978]

"It rained and it rained and it rained". Well this is England 😂😂

[@thistinylife]

True 😅😅

[@shinylittlepeople]

Instant coffee and instant creamer are survival foods.... hallelujah!...If you got the good stuff... Amazing!!... but if not! Roll out the backup! Enjoy! I had three coffee makers that died within a few months of each other... instant coffee got me through a month before I had the time to get a new one.

[@RebeccaFreear]

Nice music tracks, I can’t find any music credits, can you tell me who the musicians are please?

[@kend7671]

We love watching your videos

[@thistinylife]

Thanks so much ✨ it's Finisterre, thank you!

[@ElaineGarrett-cd6lr]

Great mobile!!! ( I’d love to get you a better pair if scissors)

[@MsRachaelRoberts]

Little man is growing up so bonny ❤

[@annesavage1211]

Love you three. One teenie tiny bit of advice, even though it's in banter, please don't criticise your man's work or for him being left handed, etc. ❤

[@malcolmparis]

Are you gassless? How does it work. In the heat of the British summer, will you have to fire up the log burner to cook?

[@thistinylife]

We are indeed! We have an induction hob which runs purely off our solar panels in the summer, so we won't be sweating inside 😅

[@jaynecopland]

The mobile is amazing, you guys! But…does Joubert ever spend time out of your arms??❤❤❤❤😂. So adorable!

[@clydebaker1857]

I was thinking your mobile looked very nice. It crossed my mind that you could make one with Oragommie figures.

[@thistinylife]

Origami?! Great idea

[@artfulcodger]

Love the little stove for your kettle.. what is it?

[@thistinylife]

It's an ethanol burner! We bought it in the summer to take with us on outdoors adventures and now use it to bring a hot kettle from on top of the stove to the boil ✨

[@thornbird6768]

Watch for the white out thats forecast 😮 dont get snowed in

[@gepkehoogland3870]

I was wondering if you have a carbon monoxide detector in the boat

[@thistinylife]

Yup we do, it's also required as part of the boat safety scheme

[@Vivienlewis]

Why do you go about the cold. Its not, if you keep your fire in

[@thistinylife]

We explain why the fire's not lit during the video 🙂

[@wendee2022]

How adorabel your Joubert is and I am sure he will love your expertly crafted mobile. Re his night sleeping, I notice you hold him when he is sleeping during the day, he would be soothed by your heartbeat, your body warmth and firm hold so at night mimic that in his cot. Swaddle him firmly before you put him down, you can buy a device that has a heartbeat sound that would do the trick, also babies love whitenoise, it mimics the sound in utero search white noise for babies online, another trick is to fill a large glove with wheat, sago or whatever you have, fill it just enough so that it is floppy then fix it firmly at the opening and lay it on him, this mimics your firm hold when carrying him. I have worked with wee ones for many years and found tricks that would help them sleep. ❤ When he is having a growth spurt he will want to feed more often. This usually occurs 1 to 3 weeks, 6 to 8 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months. Happy parenting and enjoying you little darling.

[@thistinylife]

We're in the 6 to 8 weeks time so growth spurt explains it!! We have found the heartbeat womb sounds to be really helpful during the night to get him back to sleep. The glove trick sounds very interesting!!! Thank you ✨✨

[@wendee2022]

😁 babies are clever, he is building up your milk supply.

[@Deb_Downes]

Run out of coffee 🙀- at least you had a Plan B 😊

[@thistinylife]

Disastrous start to the day 🙈