VLOG: new hair extensions, car chats, how I'm really feeling..

[@ellaodell22]

aw gretchen, just know your dad would be so proud of you for you making a change even if it’s uncomfortable you are brave to do so even if it’s forced! he wants you to be safe and happy! ❤

[@leahmbakerr]

I’m over here sobbing with you 😭 I get being sad losing your first big girl purchase. I just went through that with my car. But a piece of advice, items/things come and go but those memories will always be in your heart nothing can ever change that. Your dad is always going to be in every piece of your life. ❤

[@jalyassin]

Gretchen, I wish I could give you a hug... The layers of grief are heartbreaking... But just imagine how proud he would be of you now seeing the beautiful house you bought and the relationship you've cultivated with Max. You're doing a great job at being an adult sweetie ❤

[@paytonburcham1489]

I have been watching you since the start and it’s so comforting to me when you share the emotional side of yourself!! I have the worst attachment problems and have never liked change, so it’s nice to have someone to relate to and feel less crazy. Cars are soooo hard to let go of :,)

[@mobees19]

Gretchen, it's totally okay to feel the way you feel, a lot of people store those emotions in objects it just happens to be your car. the best thing you can do is put the picture of him in your new car, he's always in the car

[@kathleenharrison5023]

Sunshine is yellow! Gretchen = Sunshine! ❤❤❤. Thanks for making my day brighter!!!❤❤❤

[@EllieMaloney-ut8lp]

Oh no! Gretchen I’m so sorry! 😭Car problems are so hard, especially when they’re unexpected! Praying that situation works out well! also totally valid to be emotional about all the memories! I'm a very sentimental person too and hate change, so I totally understand. :( I know they aren’t always the cutest looking vehicles, but I highly recommend I a Toyota or Honda! I have a Toyota and it’s almost at 300,000 miles and just now dying.

[@1231amandamarie]

Ugh I’m so sorry. I feel your pain so deeply. I sobbed when I had to get a new car after my older car was totaled for the exact same reason. It broke my heart that my dad will never get to see my new car and be excited with me. Grief is so hard and hits at such random times. I like to think that when I play his favorite song driving alone in my new car that he’s riding shotgun with me. I tell him about new events or stupid things that have happened since he passed. Sounds silly but it makes me feel a little better like he’s still here.

[@Ericalc37]

Time to ditch that car and DO NOT buy another high maintenance car like BMW. You can still get a really nice car. It doesn’t have to be a luxury car to be nice!

[@Ericalc37]

I commented before listening all that way. It’s ok to be attached but I promise you that your dad would rather you be in a safe and reliable car for all of your travels! ❤❤❤❤

[@Juliap1012]

You can get a luxury car still that isn’t soo high maintenance. European cars are way more expensive to fix and I feel like BMWs especially are known to be unreliable

[@kaylabaker6068]

I have an Acura SUV and it has the gorgeous brown interior! They’re worth giving a test drive!

[@AlexaMoore0044]

I also had a BMW and learned from my local dealership that with BMWs, once it hits 100,000 miles you pretty much have to completely rebuild it. I now have a Mercedes and it’s SOOO much better.

[@Brookegraham1234]

Sending you so much love Gretchen!! I know exactly what you mean and just like always- you're helping so many people feel seen when you share. We love your content for the realness not the perfection (although you're the best at making it look effortless!). Maybe instead of looking at it in a sad way, you can see it as your dad looking out for you that you feel it in your gut it's time to get a new car. Sending you small things to fix instead of a major issue and risking your safety. Plus you'll feel him in your new car- in all kind of small ways! I know you recognize rainbows and ladybugs or butterflies, but you should look up angel numbers. That has helped me with my grief. Or signs like you mention. Thank you for sharing that saying "grief doesn't get easier, dealing with it does!". Happier side note- going to a hair consult today for color and extensions. Haven't felt confident with my hair and I ADORE yours. Your sparkle has never been brighter, you got this G!!!!

[@HannahBerner-w9s]

I’m crying with you Gretchen😭Love you so much. I’ve watched you since 2013. I know exactly how you’re feeling about your car. Sending so much love 🩷🩷🩷

[@emmashawver811]

❤❤❤❤ sending you hugs girly, your dad will always be with you! I totally understand how you feel

[@emilepurcell6041]

Sobbing with you 😭 love you Gretch, praying for you girl!!

[@brittneynicole8015]

Love the yellow! 💛 deff is one of your colors! 💕

[@jenniferk.416]

Aw Gretchen you made me cry ❤ you’re so valid for thinking those things and feeling sad about your car, I admire you so much

[@avadodgestaff]

Get a Lexus! I have a Lexus RX it is SO nice and they are so easy to maintain and last forever. Good luck shopping!

[@nicoleashley8235]

Aww. Immediately started crying with you. Makes so much sense and I relate. Maybe it was your dad also pushing this from the other side, because he doesn’t want you on breaking down on the side of the road or worse❤ he’s helping you make the decision 😊

[@julielanzilotta5317]

I completely understand the attachment and I’m similar! Just remember the good stuff

[@mellllissssa]

Get a Subaru! They’re the safest and best cars and you can absolutely customize it to be the way you want in terms of light interior!

[@keda.23]

Awe Gretchen i am soo sorry, your feelings are SO valid. 💕 sending u love

[@annepham4710]

Love you Gretchen, yes I get your attachment. Completely understandable ❤

[@olivialeigh752]

sending you love gretchen!!! so valid to be nostalgic about alllll the memories and wonderful people you held in your car 💛💛💛💛 also yes you do give me yellow vibes

[@carlisleemily]

Feeling so sad for you :( so get it with your car, I get that way with things as well, and am attached to my car, and on top of it feeling that attachment to your dad is so hard. He is so proud of you for being in this position to afford a new car and take care of yourself. Sending a big hug!!

[@rachaelmccabe7027]

Gretchen I felt the exact same way about my last car. It was a 2006 and needed to go but it was my grandfather’s before he passed away and I was SO attached and emotional about getting rid of it. Once I got a new car I realized I would still have all my memories (and a reliable car)

[@MonicaMooney-f3z]

I had a 2017 CRV that I bought as my first car and it was totaled last year by a drunk driver and I WAS SO UPSET over it so you are not crazy about your car, the attachment is real!

[@flohs51]

10000% approve of the yellow scuba !!💛

[@flippcrazy]

A new car will be a great time for you to celebrate all the new times in your life. New house and Mass resident, newlywed to be, sooo many blessings. Maybe you can use something from your car as a keepsake??. For me, my mom 😇 got me an angel car clip when I first got my license. I keep it in every car I’ve had since then as a way to keep a piece of her memory with me with each new phase of life. Something like this may help you get through that transition.

[@kkathrynn]

I want to hug you so hard right now Gretchen 😔😔 sending you love

[@Ashleybern24]

Wait I love the yellow scuba!!

[@zyciewusatvbygosia8880]

Gretchen Your dad is still with You anytime u think about he just not visible, his soul- energy still is, he see you and he joins u in big moments and I am sure he will be with u in a new car. As we when die we loose body but our soul stays and can travel and be in many places. When I drive my car sometimes I think that parents must be proud of me that I drive a car. And I bet they see me and be with me sometimes in that car.

[@Mariah_rb]

Ugh I understand the car thing. I need a new one and I get attached to stuff like that too. I’ve had it for 10 years and it’s just a reminder of all the seasons of life I’ve been through. Old relationships, all of the road trips, places I used to live, driving the next city over to see my now husband, driving back and forth to doctors appointments, to visit my baby in the NICU, bringing him home in that car. There are so many memories attached to places and objects. My husband is so not sentimental about objects and I’m the opposite lol. But you’ll have new amazing memories in your new car!

[@GretchenGeraghty7]

yesss this exactly!! awww you’re so right 💓🤗

[@tessremy-detty5025]

I absolutely get where you are coming from. I have struggled with mine the past 4 years and finally gave up after paying and paying like every month for service. Thinking of you beautiful!

[@tessremy-detty5025]

(Don’t get a Chevy! )

[@nicolevienneau7056]

Hey girlie its okay to feel the way you do. But remember your dad will follow you everywhere you go ❤ He will be proud of your next car and will be with you there too! I completely understand your attachment to all things and it will be okay❤️

[@missltonay]

the vid of you buying your car is how i found this channel all those years ago! life is hard enough as it is without car troubles. hope you find something better soon.

[@kathleenharrison5023]

❤ your hair both ways! Lucy’s hair looked fabulous too!❤❤❤

[@Sherimichelle711]

Oh sweetheart I understand about your car. But the memories you have with your Dad will always be yours and nothing can take that from you. Your Dad would want you safe and he would say it’s time for a new car babe. My heart hurts for you as grief never ends. But he is so proud of you I’m sure. ❤

[@katherinedennison445]

I completely understand not wanting to let your car go because of the memories with your dad ❤ We donated my dads car to a pastor at a local church that needed a car and we knew my dad would have been so proud. He was the most giving person we knew and it just felt right 😇

[@miabullock7431]

We had a 2018 x3 M40i and I would steer clear. It left us stranded on the side of the road at 70k miles. Thankfully under warranty. BUT we recently sold it and bought a 2014 BMW 535d (sedan) and were obsessed. I get the not wanting to let go of BMW. Not all of them are money pits. If you can afford to continue to buy used BMWs in cash with lower milage and keep for a couple years then re-sell and cycle through them before issues arise/ if they keep value, that’s an option. If you want European and reliable my husband has a 2009 Porsche Cayenne GTS with 140k miles and it has been the cheapest car to own no joke! They’re tanks.

[@AshleyP2013]

Gretchen i really wish you would know that your emotions and feelings are valid and not stupid. Especially around your Dad. Dont stop being emotional or sentimental. Just keep being you. ❤

[@julialefkowitz7234]

love you gretch

[@wiedemer1]

Love your hair color!!!

[@abbykampen5176]

Yellow is the color of your podcast! ☀

[@carolinebell7881]

Omg hi angel I am never this early!!! 💖just saw your IG story and can’t wait to see the new apartment!! It looks so cute. Give Brody a nose boop for me

[@soph36]

sending you love and a big hug🩷

[@Sarahdenehyy]

coco we’ll miss you 💓🥺

[@tinglelingaling6]

I knew you were going to say your Dad. I have feelings like that with my Mom. It isn't stupid. Big hugs

[@amynicholls814]

I knew it had to do with dad I feel you Totally get that Hang in there

[@keda.23]

This is my FAVORITE haircolor at 19:00 mins

[@GriselysMartinezLuna]

I know you have many good and bad memories with this car but you must continue to flow with the new changes, your father is very proud of you and for everything you have achieved, please do not get a European car, the maintenance is very expensive, the another reason, they are having problems with their manufacturing due to lack of labor, etc. Get an car that doesn't cost so much to maintain. Don’t you recommend Mercedes Benz I have bad experience with them in another country. Advise yourself well. ♥️♥️♥️

[@itsteagstho4928]

Totally understand having this weird attachment to things, my dad passed away in 2018 as well. ❤ We just sold his truck to someone who will love it well, but it was a very hard day. The image of it driving away is literally burned in my brain. Take good care. x

[@zyciewusatvbygosia8880]

my dad in 2017

[@lu45728]

Does your wool rug in your bedroom shed all the time? Mine does along with all the dog hair idk what to do lol

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Good morning Gretchen how are you happy Friday morning to you and I enjoy your channel and you are amazing supporter

[@loniedhegard767]

You should check out the Lexus RX350. Lexus is known for being reliable cars

[@kaitlynreiss4664]

I feel very attached to my car for the same reasons. I'll be dreading the day I have to get a new one. I feel the exact same way. Sending support

[@MPresley]

It's understandable to someone who is emotional/sensitive that this situation is tough, is it life shattering probably not but it's a change. Change is hard, but you will get through it 💕 I hope your dad sends you a sign that he's watching over this new chapter and I hope you find something bigger and better for your next car! I wouldn't recommend BMW but I'm bias and don't like them 😅 hahaha best of luck!

[@hannahh209]

For 1000$ I would just keep the car for the mems and also buy a new one!😊😂

[@zyciewusatvbygosia8880]

yes my bf have his old mustang still in driveway.

[@Aalexismarieee22]

If you’re wanting to stay luxury Lexus is def the way to go. Such a better brand, reliable, lasts.

[@julialefkowitz7234]

you need a BMW with A FULL WARRANTY. it will pay for whatever gets damaged!

[@jillianbuatti6727]

That’s exactly why I started leasing! I paid off my car and it went to shit, now I just return the car before it needs brakes or tires lol sure I have a higher monthly payment but like you said I was paying thousands every time it needed to be fixed which was often

[@bnelson52]

Awe I’m so sorry!

[@jswa1225]

Remember your car is fine to drive and keep as it is. All the things that system does are luxuries. Cars not that much older did not have those systems. You can check tire pressure yourself every 6 months or if it is pulling to one side. You will know if it is flat. Just mentioning because your only keeping that car option is not having to get it fixed. But once you get used to those extras they are harder to live without I know.

[@AbbyJ695]

I have a jeep grand Cherokee and it is SO luxe but completely reliable and doesn’t need premium gas

[@alissalanden8176]

I'm crying with you😭😭 i bought my dad's car from him since now he's unable to drive anymore. I will have a hard time giving it up, too, when I have to. Hugs!

[@zyciewusatvbygosia8880]

we with sister have sometihing even worse happening as we were keeping the flat in Poland still paying for it as all the memories, childhood, memories with our parents that both passed are there but the owner wants more and more money for the rent and he lately sue us and telling that we pay not enough and case is in court and we will probably have to give it away and move things out of it- it will be sad too. I often have dreams with that flat.

[@Brookegraham1234]

I would do a Lincoln if you still want luxury because it's made in the US so is better quality and cheaper to fix. Otherwise definitely do Jeep- also made in the US and so high quality!

[@nickk8447]

I bought an X3 brand new....I understand the attachment. Loved it, still miss it, but I truly felt like it was cursed....traded it in at 35,000 miles and lost my butt on it, but I'll never do European again :(

[@zyciewusatvbygosia8880]

Nissan Murano has also light leather interior.

[@zyciewusatvbygosia8880]

Maybe keep thar car in your yard - u know as broken but u can still keep it and buy new one that u can drive. My bf still have his old mustang in driveway and it stays there since 10 years and sometimes we go inside -its like little museum :)

[@briannampnelson]

Don’t get another bmw!!!

[@GriselysMartinezLuna]

And no European vehicles, because they have a lot of problem to built new cars.

[@Katheg28]

Oh honey... I say, if you can afford it (and even though it is a lot) get it fixed. Keep her for a little while longer =) you can spend your money on whatever you want, even if it isnt logical or the right thing to do. It just has to be right for you! Xoxo

[@zyciewusatvbygosia8880]

My mom won car in bingo and it was small car that my dad was driving but then my mom passed and I got that car but couldnt drive it then as I had no license. Then car was standing on street in Krakow and my dad stopped driving it and it got bad rust and broke too and we had to sell it for just 50$, they tow it and took it. Here in Usa I have a car now since 1 year and I get attached to it and still paying payments and its older too. I heard bmw are only good till about 80k miles then they break and they made of many plastic parts- that mechanic on youtube saying that -Scotty Kilmer.

[@sarahmichaeliex3]

your car is definitely worth more than $1000! Have a local mechanic fix the screen and sell privately or even Car Max will definitely over more

[@keda.23]

Get a Lexus Nx 300 or 350! #1 luxury car and has best reputation for least amount of maintenance needed

[@Gabby88Girl]

Cut out a little piece of fabric or something small from the old car and put it in the new car!

[@littlehseauthenticity]

Luxury cars are never smart to buy because typically the car starts to breakdown as soon as the warranty is up and luxury car parts are far more expensive than any other car. Please look into selling privately!! And think about leasing if you’re going to do another luxury car. You’re dad isn’t in the car, he’s with YOU and finding the photo was his validation that he’s encouraging you to get a new one! ❤ don’t rush to buy a new car. Try Turo to get your through the move.

[@RisseNichole]

You should take hair vitamins and use a thickening shampoos

[@ashleefraser9545]

Some luxury cars such as range rovers, Audis and maybe bmws, have issues such as computer issues and probably won’t last that long

[@jessicadetmer-lillard5869]

If you want to be financially responsible get a Lexus or Acura if you need the luxury.

[@emarielalmazar]

Hey Gretchen Geraghty I love your videos so much and please put a heart on my comment and I hope you’re having a great time with your fiancé max .❤🎉😊

[@chcch89]

Hey - you might consider leasing a BMW for a few years. You won’t have the long term Maintenance and Then when ur ready to start a family maybe buy a bigger suv. Good luck

[@MikesVegas]

RIP Dan 😔

[@laurafarias1986]

Gretchen, I know you love your car but I think it's time :( It sounds like they're adding on extra things because they don't know what's actually wrong and it sounds like the parts are just going to continue breaking down due to bad quality. Your car should really just need basic maintenance at this mileage and minor repairs nothing major. I would get a secondary opinion from another repair shop but realistically you should invest in a car and brand that is known for reliability (Lexus, Toyota, Honda). Your dad would only want the best for you and for you to be safe and issue free❤

[@laurafarias1986]

ps you should look at Lexus RX, Toyota Venza, Toyota Crown Signia. (Toyota and Lexus are the same thing, but Lexus is the luxury line)

[@Wendisue-g3o]

Your fatherwould want you in a safe car. Once the car reaches a certain age, the likelihood of leaving you stranded on the side of the road is higher. There is so much more crime in the United States than there ever has been so make sure you have a safe car with the amount of traveling that you do in your car. Maybe there is something you could take off your car to put in your new car to be close to your father. I know it’s hard. I don’t have either of my parents. He really would want you to be a very safe car. I just purchased a VW Atlas. Not a luxury car by any means. However, for the SE with technology, you get a Big Bang for your buck. Make sure to check them out. Should be in a bigger car too because of all the traveling you’re doing. We got the atlas mainly for our dog. 😂

[@Wendisue-g3o]

Make sure you get a car that does not have the run flats.

[@keda.23]

They always low ball trades u could sell it outright even with the computer issue and someone will buy it for more

[@thewilliesvlogs7952]

You need someone to go with you who knows cars!

[@MikesVegas]

BMW’s are VERY EXPENSIVE to maintain. They’re great automobiles, but expensive! 😎 Maybe your next Auto should be AMERICAN 🤔🇺🇸

[@sarahcocco8691]

Sucks to have to get a new car when you have so many memories attached :( Don’t get a BMW. I literally have a Honda CRV that is so nice and I’ve driven almost the same amount of miles as you and have had 0 problems

[@zyciewusatvbygosia8880]

You. made me cry ... maybe You can keep driving it with no lcd or call around to local mecanics for lower price to fix.

[@MikesVegas]

G, Your hair looks fantastic! Because it’s real and natural, with the fake hair, not so much, sorry 😔

[@maryjaneknab4051]

Buy a domestic car. They are just as nice as imports but not as expensive to buy or fix.

[@Annaconda16]

Girl get a new car!

[@brynnnigh2650]

Don’t trade it in, it’s worth so much more not selling it to that dealership

[@laurenpreston8618]

Volvo!!

[@keda.23]

Only 130k miles! And that many repairs! Ditch it!

[@reganbesh]

Toyota or Lexus !!

[@alexisschneider4294]

BMW and rovers are the worst brand maintenance wise if you want a luxury car get a Mercedes, Audi, Lexus

[@RisseNichole]

Just get a new car

[@elainemabray2919]

BMWHave a lot of problems. Get a Lexus !

[@MitelefonoRoman]

You should leave your natural hair. Looks fake and your not letting your real hair breath and grow