So Unexpected-The Canals This Summer! #202

I also live alone on a narrow boat. Your love of the English countryside,nature and your dog is touching. My dog passed away two weeks ago and I am finding it very difficult. Every moment with these precious, beautiful animals is to be treasured.

You have a lovely, caring heart Vanessa. I love watching your journey, seeing how much you care about your surroundings and the abundance of nature therein. Thank you for making my week every week. Zephyr such a scene stealer lol bless you both.

It's lovely that you can make Zeph happy through doing something as simple as fishing out a new ball for her.

The morning shot of mist on the canal and the wood pigeon calling in the background was just beautiful. Thank you.

I know I'm a bit strange but that weather seems marvelous! I'm in Maryland and the past few weeks we've been having temperatures hovering near 40C for highs and 25-26 for lows. I was not built for hot weather but that's where my job is. What I wouldn't give to escape to the English countryside; drizzle and all! 😁 Thanks for a lovely video, I feel cooler just watching it.

HI Vanessa,just to say that my brother in law helped to restore the mill you have visited,I love coming on a canal boat with you,love you.

My weekly de stressing dose of nature and tranquility in a mad mad world, a truly gentle and lovely person, thank you for your videos, long may they continue.

you are a good mom, getting the ball. bravo, you are queen of the narrowboats and your kingdom is the canal and all its beauty. have a good and wonderful weekend. give Zeph a hug and kiss from me.

Zephyr is definitely “accidentally” dropping her ball in the water and she is so happy 😂. Lovely, informative video as ever. Thank you Venessa.

A cup of tea, real English tradition, nice way to chill, enjoy,u spark my interest in canal boats, give the lab a hug for me !!

Love your camera work and your passion for it all. Your drawing skills are something special. Very envious

Glad you saw a winnower. It is used in a local song that is popular worldwide, Goes like this " A winnower, a winnower. In the jungle the mighty jungle, the lion sleeps tonight."

I love how gently Zephyr took the ball from you. ❤

Another great vlog ! It looks like your UK summer is like our Aussie winter here. About a year ago I started 'mindfulness' and it has been transformative. At 75 it's a late start - but better late than never. Your weekly vlogs inspire and give my efforts a big boost - not to mention your extraordinary drawing and poem-writing talents.

I've decided you're not really a narrow boater. You're an artist and a naturist who happens to live on a narrow boat. It's really amazing how much variety is all around you all the time. The wings of that Skipper butterfly were just gorgeous in their coloring and the way the patterns were laid out. I like how you show lots of different types of insects. It's mind-boggling when you watch one, to realize what they have to have in them to do what they do. The sheer functionality at such a small scale is incredible. And it's everywhere, like it's no big deal, but really if you think about it, we're surrounded by miracles. I'm so glad you like to document all these little miracles and share them with us. Oh and I SO appreciate your taste in music to accompany your videos. It fits perfectly. You and your faithful sidekick are a blessing Vanessa, thank you again!

The way you share your vision of life puts balance in mine and for that I'm grateful. Also, thank you to Vince who mentioned you in one of his videos at just the right moment. Sometimes just a few words said with good intentions can change a persons outlook and add value to their life. Thanks, thanks to both of you.

Ah my Saturday morning is now complete, a cup of good coffee and Vanessa's vlog. 😊 Love Zephyr's excitement when her ball comes out. Your flower garden is looking lovely and that scone looked scrumptious. Have a good week xx

What a great review of the the old mill with the history of grinding wheat into flour and their living quarters 🛏🪣 is it me but does it seem there are less butterflies 🦋 this year maybe it's all the rain we've having. Have a lovely weekend 🥎🐕🌼🪲🐌🐾

How kind you always are sharing yr days and cruises with us and such a shame you didn’t see more butterflies but there have not been to many about glad Zepher got a ball she does love them tc nowthe oldies 🤗🤗👍🌷🌹🌺

Nice ending. Cheers and thanks for sharing your day with us.