Dear Shaun & Faye, Michelle and I have followed you both for a couple of years now. We always enjoy your vlogs and Michelle is from St Helen’s and we live just outside of Chester (handy for N. Wales). You are a lovely couple and deserve better. Stay positive, something good will come out of all this for you, wait and see. Dave & Michelle K 👍
Awww thank you so so much it really is appreciated.. applying for jobs like crazy and just this min got back from the hospital with Shaun ... hopefully in a couple of months this will have just been a hiccup in life x
Oh Faye, so sorry to hear about your job and Shaun’s injury. I’ve lost my job twice and it hurts, not just financially but more personally. But, you do come out the other side. I hope Shaun heals well and quickly and your recent change in circumstances evolves into a positive soon.
Dear both, wishing you both well. Shaun will recover, I have seen the recovery of many serious injuries in my life. I lost my well paid job which I loved at 52 after 32 yrs of loyalty and been on scrap heap since. Too old and too unqualified. Still nearly 66 had so many minimum wage jobs, wife left, serious health issues but still going. Lost licence for 6 months just regained thru health. Felt scared to ride and only been out once. Life is just full of ups and downs, you are young enough to recover, you’re a great team and will pull thru. I would keep standard pipe full stop. Wrecks your ears, sometimes weakens fuel mixture on bike. This is a temporary blip. You have right attitude. The only thing about self employment is holidays ie ur tours. I had to take huge income drops, divorce everything and I thought couldn’t keep bike etc but here I am. Poorer but still a bike owner and currently jobless but OAP in a few months. Best wishes. Tip is don’t expect life to get better in a timescale, go with flow. Hope Shaun’s trauma heals quickly. I have said it before Faye but try a scooter a 350 Forza you will be so impressed on comfort etc
Yes very very true , just trying our best to keep upbeat about things and I'm searching for jobs like a crazy person . Thank you for the kind words and the coffee 😊
Hello Faye only found both Shaun and yourself recently sad that you have lost your job just when you need it most at the moment, I’m sure Shaun’s injury is going to heal well in the meantime hope you can manage some good weeks during the summer with a nice new job hopefully for you both
Aww thank you and yes it's been a tough few weeks especially with Shaun being out of action for upto 7 weeks but hey ho gotta carry on and do our best 😊
Oh utter crap…..I am so sorry you lost your job…..it’s the pits…I know, I have the bloody tee shirt for that, I hope you are upbeat, one chapter ends….time for a new book to discover…..and for Shaun also, I hope for a speedy recovery…..gee what a time you guys are having….chin up….you have all our support and love….cheers Karl
Sorry about the loss of your job. Depending on what your role was in education will depend on how easy it is to find another education role, should you wish. Down south as a teacher you can walk into another teaching role as they're all leaving. A TA or in the office is a different kettle of fish. People with Master degrees are applying for TA roles so they can look after their own children during school holidays. Same with the office staff.
Yes pretty much the same here there's no end of jobs due to the shortage , I've been senior lead / upper management of schools/colleges for 25yrs now but the pay scales have dropped dramatically hence why I'm looking at other avenues of work/self employment
Sorry to hear about your job Faye. I’ve lived here in Northern Ireland for almost 21 years (I’m a jock) and one thing I’ve noticed over the years is that there is always a demand for people looking to get private tuition for their kids, so maybe whatever you specialise in as a teacher, there could be decent money sitting waiting out there for you and it’s just a case of advertising yourself locally ? I wish you all the best and hopefully Shaun will be better soon
Hi Faye, Sorry to hear of your misfortunes, but rest assured that when adversity hits you like this, if you remain positive, and as has happened to me on more than one occasion, when your back is against the wall, you tend to do your best and seek out opportunities and as is usually the case, you end up better off and more bouyant, and looking back you will realise that you are better off for it. Also, we are rooting for poor old Shaun, he's such a character and lets hope he recovers well and id able to lead a normal life, so as they say keep yer pecker up and keep diggin'
Sorry to hear about you're bad luck Faye. But tomorrow will be a better day. As I've always said to myself all my life. As you say things happen for a reason. So keep you're spirits up don't let it get you down. X
You both have got a lot of support we all wish you well and hopefully it will turn out to be in your benefit because sometimes good people needs good things to happen to them you are both good people bless you both for all your videos and wish you well ❤️
hi faye like the honda rebel sorry about your job loss i lost my job after being there for 30 years i had no choice but to sell most my bikes and stop riding so much at 60 + years old you are younger then me your be ok kid john i like your positive mind john
I am sorry for your luck, education system should be the highest paid and most stable industry. Education system is falling apart over here as well. As other people said, things always happen for a reason. Wishing you well and Shaun a speedy easy recovery. Do take care of yourselves.
Yes it definitely isn't the same as when i started 30yrs ago to much management not enough staff and common sense these days but i suppose that's the same in a lot of careers these days
Faye/Shaun, sorry your both not having the best of times atm , I’m sure things will turn out better soon for you both. Faye, if you want , we have two full sets of Kriega luggage we use to tour with, we are happy to lend you a luggage system if your in need , just let us know Fingers crossed it all turns around 👍🏼
Talk about bad luck. Sorry to hear about shauns accident and your job loss. But you're survivers and will be fine. Don't worry if I win the lottery I'll see yous ok, I promise. ❤️
I would very much like you take us out for a ride on that beautiful BSA you've got hidden at the back of your garden! I love the sound of a Thumper, and BSA is one of my three favourite bike brands. See if you can have a chat to Kate at UNK regarding doing YT full-time, and what it all enables. Using bike reviews and Art to help you along while getting started. Then maybe with the two channels and Shaun doing a 50% pensum behind the lorry wheel, until self-employed really kicks in. (think I should note, I have no idea how much YT pays or how many subs, likes and wot-not are needed). Spose i'm only thinking out loud here. Take care, S.
Yes absolutely agree about the forgotten bsa in our garden as I've only had a small ride on it but hoping to take it out this weekend before they ask for it back , as it stands YT pays very very little so have no idea how some of the full timers survive but where there's a will there's a way 😀
Another informative Video Faye...Hope Sean gets better soon best wishes seem painful even to do the everyday things...by the way like the T shirts and Jeans ,where did you get them...
Hi, Faye you could of started off better by not saying fingers crossed Shaun must of been cringing when you said that haha. Hopefully you won't be out of work for long some how can't see it. Got faith in you both. Scousers always rule out .Enough said. Take care and blow them cobwebs away and ride safe peeps.
Hi Sally, how is the sinis terrain? Yeah looks like I'm going back to were I began, I yse to run private 🎨 art classes, and I loved it . I worked for adult community centres 25 years ago its crazy how you can go fill circle 😊
Oh dear, the sky looks the same round your way, as it does round here. Earlier this week, I was thinking i've got a bit of a tan, but looking closer..., it's rust!! I'm sure the sun must be broken! Do you not need to download an App, then Bluetooth connect the Carpuride to your phone to get the SatNav? Dodgy eye, bad back, a missing digit, no job..., you two really are the happiest, unlucky couple i've ever known. Keep your thoughts and wishes in the positive, and give the whole thing time to run its course, and you'll both come out on top. *Time* is now the word of the month! I don't know why, you don't put more empathis on exploiting your incredible talent, and start pushing your drawing and paintings, or even setting up an Etsy store for them. Do you remember the video that prompted me to buy a couple pictures... try that again? After all this channel is called Bikes *and* Brushes!!
Yes painting and art have been on the back burner for a week or so now as have mainly been concentrating on the upcoming tour and getting more bike miles under my belt but at the moment I've found myself with lots of spare time mainly for job hunting 😀 as for the carpuride it's just plug and play no apps just Bluetooth to your phone or headset and away u go ... ( although Shaun sorted it while i viewed ) 🤣
Love the sound of your bike with that exhaust! Have you got one of them locking thingies for the RAM mount so the "Ne'er-do-wells" can't nick it easily?
Life sure can change so quickly but yep onwards and upwards 😀 Can I ask with the Carpuride how does that work if say you are overseas and without phone signal?
No way, you don't sell your bike, what's you sister thinking? Worst comes to the worst set up a "go fund me" to pay for it 🙂 Seriously though, I am really sorry to hear what is happening to you and Shaun, if doesn't rain it pours. I started to watch your Tins on Tours when I got back to riding and I was watch you go through the trial and tribulations of learning to ride and love both your channels. Look after each other and you will be enjoying rides out together soon and having a few scooper doopers. 👍
Thanks for your support, I will be keeping the bike 🏍 👍 it's not going anywhere . If you have just bought the coffees thank you so so much 💗 and for following the channels 😊
Keep your chin up I hope you two get some good luck for a change why not sell some of your paintings maybe you can make a living at it hope Shaun gets better soon 👍❤️
Dear Shaun & Faye, Michelle and I have followed you both for a couple of years now. We always enjoy your vlogs and Michelle is from St Helen’s and we live just outside of Chester (handy for N. Wales). You are a lovely couple and deserve better. Stay positive, something good will come out of all this for you, wait and see. Dave & Michelle K 👍
Awww thank you so so much it really is appreciated.. applying for jobs like crazy and just this min got back from the hospital with Shaun ... hopefully in a couple of months this will have just been a hiccup in life x
Oh Faye, so sorry to hear about your job and Shaun’s injury. I’ve lost my job twice and it hurts, not just financially but more personally. But, you do come out the other side. I hope Shaun heals well and quickly and your recent change in circumstances evolves into a positive soon.
Thank you, yeah, it's all pretty rubbish at the moment, we are keeping positive, and I'm looking hard for work 😊
Thanks!
Thank you x x
Having part of his finger amputated, and you remarked fingers crossed. Excellent
We've been making jokes at his expense since the day it happened ... he's loving the attention 🤣🤣🤣
Dear both, wishing you both well. Shaun will recover, I have seen the recovery of many serious injuries in my life. I lost my well paid job which I loved at 52 after 32 yrs of loyalty and been on scrap heap since. Too old and too unqualified. Still nearly 66 had so many minimum wage jobs, wife left, serious health issues but still going. Lost licence for 6 months just regained thru health. Felt scared to ride and only been out once. Life is just full of ups and downs, you are young enough to recover, you’re a great team and will pull thru.
I would keep standard pipe full stop. Wrecks your ears, sometimes weakens fuel mixture on bike. This is a temporary blip. You have right attitude. The only thing about self employment is holidays ie ur tours. I had to take huge income drops, divorce everything and I thought couldn’t keep bike etc but here I am. Poorer but still a bike owner and currently jobless but OAP in a few months. Best wishes. Tip is don’t expect life to get better in a timescale, go with flow. Hope Shaun’s trauma heals quickly.
I have said it before Faye but try a scooter a 350 Forza you will be so impressed on comfort etc
Yes very very true , just trying our best to keep upbeat about things and I'm searching for jobs like a crazy person . Thank you for the kind words and the coffee 😊
Bikes have a way of lifting spirits, I can relate to that Faye. Things have a way of working out. Stay positive guys.
Aww thank you so much 😀
Hello Faye only found both Shaun and yourself recently sad that you have lost your job just when you need it most at the moment, I’m sure Shaun’s injury is going to heal well in the meantime hope you can manage some good weeks during the summer with a nice new job hopefully for you both
Aww thank you and yes it's been a tough few weeks especially with Shaun being out of action for upto 7 weeks but hey ho gotta carry on and do our best 😊
You guys are in my prayers.
Thank you xx
Oh utter crap…..I am so sorry you lost your job…..it’s the pits…I know, I have the bloody tee shirt for that, I hope you are upbeat, one chapter ends….time for a new book to discover…..and for Shaun also, I hope for a speedy recovery…..gee what a time you guys are having….chin up….you have all our support and love….cheers Karl
Aww thank you Karl yeah it really is 1 thing after another at the moment so just hoping for that break in the dark clouds ☁️ 😀
Sorry about the loss of your job. Depending on what your role was in education will depend on how easy it is to find another education role, should you wish. Down south as a teacher you can walk into another teaching role as they're all leaving. A TA or in the office is a different kettle of fish. People with Master degrees are applying for TA roles so they can look after their own children during school holidays. Same with the office staff.
Yes pretty much the same here there's no end of jobs due to the shortage , I've been senior lead / upper management of schools/colleges for 25yrs now but the pay scales have dropped dramatically hence why I'm looking at other avenues of work/self employment
Sorry to hear about your job Faye. I’ve lived here in Northern Ireland for almost 21 years (I’m a jock) and one thing I’ve noticed over the years is that there is always a demand for people looking to get private tuition for their kids, so maybe whatever you specialise in as a teacher, there could be decent money sitting waiting out there for you and it’s just a case of advertising yourself locally ? I wish you all the best and hopefully Shaun will be better soon
Yes really going to have explore other opportunities.. thanks so much for the message 😊
Sending you both all the best .
Thank you x
Hi Faye,
Sorry to hear of your misfortunes, but rest assured that when adversity hits you like this, if you remain positive, and as has happened to me on more than one occasion, when your back is against the wall, you tend to do your best and seek out opportunities and as is usually the case, you end up better off and more bouyant, and looking back you will realise that you are better off for it. Also, we are rooting for poor old Shaun, he's such a character and lets hope he recovers well and id able to lead a normal life, so as they say keep yer pecker up and keep diggin'
Yes we are gonna be as optimistic as possible and agree about Shaun he's had his fair share this last 12months
Sorry to hear about you're bad luck Faye. But tomorrow will be a better day. As I've always said to myself all my life. As you say things happen for a reason. So keep you're spirits up don't let it get you down. X
Thanks Frank 😊 I will try my best to keep my chin up xx
So sorry to hear things are tough at the moment hope things pick up soon Faye
Really hope so 🙏
Good 👍 see u on motorcycle 🏍
Out on the BSA today 😊
I have every confidence in you & Shaun , turning the run of bad luck around . 👍
Awww thank you fingers or finger crossed as Shaun keeps saying 😀
@@bikesandbrushes 🤞👍
Keep positive , things have a way of turning round 👍
Really so hope so 🙏
Stay strong both of you and no more cherry Pepsi for Shaun !!
Ohh he wasn't impressed with the coke 🤣
Your bike is beautiful
Aww thank you
You both have got a lot of support we all wish you well and hopefully it will turn out to be in your benefit because sometimes good people needs good things to happen to them you are both good people bless you both for all your videos and wish you well ❤️
Thank you so much ❤️ it does help feeling the love and support from our subscribers 😊
Hi Faye, hope Sean heals up soon and a new job is just around the corner for you. Brighter days are ahead for you both.
Thank you, it's great to have your support ... we really do hope the tide will change 😊
Ohhh noo. Well hope Shaun makes a speedy recovery and you find a new job soon. And we will all be here
I feel your support and best wishes, webwill stay positive 😊
All the best
Thank you Nigel 😊
Keep your chin up kid! As the song goes 'things can only get better'. Fingers crossed for you and Shaun and I'm shure that things will improve 🤞👍🏍.
Thank you. I will be singing that song from now on 😊
So sorry to hear about Shaun, i don't know what happened but it sounds terrible.
Please give him my very best wishes and an a speedy recovery.
Thank you 😊
@@fayedorantinsley578 Your very welcome.
hi faye like the honda rebel sorry about your job loss i lost my job after being there for 30 years i had no choice but to sell most my bikes and stop riding so much at 60 + years old you are younger then me your be ok kid john i like your positive mind john
Aww thanks John really hoping this is just a small blip in life 😊
Ditto
Chin up both of you, better things around the corner I'm sure. Get well soon Shaun 🍻
Thank you 😊
I am sorry for your luck, education system should be the highest paid and most stable industry. Education system is falling apart over here as well. As other people said, things always happen for a reason. Wishing you well and Shaun a speedy easy recovery. Do take care of yourselves.
Yes it definitely isn't the same as when i started 30yrs ago to much management not enough staff and common sense these days but i suppose that's the same in a lot of careers these days
Really enjoying your channel, we just need some sunshine to pep us up…it’s coming.😀D&P New Forest.
Yes the sunshine makes everything so much better doesn't it 😀
All the best for both of you x
Thank you 😊
Faye/Shaun, sorry your both not having the best of times atm , I’m sure things will turn out better soon for you both.
Faye, if you want , we have two full sets of Kriega luggage we use to tour with, we are happy to lend you a luggage system if your in need , just let us know
Fingers crossed it all turns around 👍🏼
Aww thank you so much hopefully it won't cone to that but will be in touch 💓
Talk about bad luck. Sorry to hear about shauns accident and your job loss. But you're survivers and will be fine. Don't worry if I win the lottery I'll see yous ok, I promise. ❤️
Haha let's get some numbers on 😀😀 joking aside just hoping it's a little hiccup in life 😀
Sending you two best wishes and I am sure your luck will change real soon! 👍🏍🏍👍
Thank you, we will stay positive x
Awwh jeez so sorry about your job that’s rubbish 😢 I hope Shaun is feeling better soon life is crap at times
It sure is ... now time for some good stuff we will keep going as best we can 😊
with your talent it wont be long before you are back in work
Thank you... It's definitely tome for a new path 😊
I would very much like you take us out for a ride on that beautiful BSA you've got hidden at the back of your garden!
I love the sound of a Thumper, and BSA is one of my three favourite bike brands. See if you can have a chat to Kate at UNK regarding doing YT full-time, and what it all enables. Using bike reviews and Art to help you along while getting started. Then maybe with the two channels and Shaun doing a 50% pensum behind the lorry wheel, until self-employed really kicks in. (think I should note, I have no idea how much YT pays or how many subs, likes and wot-not are needed). Spose i'm only thinking out loud here. Take care, S.
Yes absolutely agree about the forgotten bsa in our garden as I've only had a small ride on it but hoping to take it out this weekend before they ask for it back , as it stands YT pays very very little so have no idea how some of the full timers survive but where there's a will there's a way 😀
Another informative Video Faye...Hope Sean gets better soon best wishes seem painful even to do the everyday things...by the way like the T shirts and Jeans ,where did you get them...
Hi, Faye you could of started off better by not saying fingers crossed Shaun must of been cringing when you said that haha. Hopefully you won't be out of work for long some how can't see it. Got faith in you both. Scousers always rule out .Enough said.
Take care and blow them cobwebs away and ride safe peeps.
Haha every1 is having fun at Shauns missing finger but luckily he takes it all as good banter 😀
Hi Faye, you could start your own Art tutorial classes, through Adult Education or evening classes, or as a private tutor xx
Best wishes
Sally ❤
Hi Sally, how is the sinis terrain?
Yeah looks like I'm going back to were I began, I yse to run private 🎨 art classes, and I loved it . I worked for adult community centres 25 years ago its crazy how you can go fill circle 😊
I'm sure something better is just around the corner.
Thank you I hope so to xx
Oh dear, the sky looks the same round your way, as it does round here. Earlier this week, I was thinking i've got a bit of a tan, but looking closer..., it's rust!!
I'm sure the sun must be broken! Do you not need to download an App, then Bluetooth connect the Carpuride to your phone to get the SatNav?
Dodgy eye, bad back, a missing digit, no job..., you two really are the happiest, unlucky couple i've ever known. Keep your thoughts and wishes in the positive, and give the whole thing time to run its course, and you'll both come out on top. *Time* is now the word of the month!
I don't know why, you don't put more empathis on exploiting your incredible talent, and start pushing your drawing and paintings, or even setting up an Etsy store for them. Do you remember the video that prompted me to buy a couple pictures... try that again? After all this channel is called Bikes *and* Brushes!!
Yes painting and art have been on the back burner for a week or so now as have mainly been concentrating on the upcoming tour and getting more bike miles under my belt but at the moment I've found myself with lots of spare time mainly for job hunting 😀 as for the carpuride it's just plug and play no apps just Bluetooth to your phone or headset and away u go ... ( although Shaun sorted it while i viewed ) 🤣
Chin up chick . X As they say as one door closes another will open . It’s the crappy stuff that makes us stronger ❤
That's so true, always a lesson to be learnt ... makes us more determined to try and make our dreams come true 😊
@@fayedorantinsley578 so true Faye. And I hope Shaun is doing ok too . Stay strong both of you . ❤️❤️
Love the sound of your bike with that exhaust!
Have you got one of them locking thingies for the RAM mount so the "Ne'er-do-wells" can't nick it easily?
It releases in seconds so won't be leaving it unattended... well that's the plan 😀
Life sure can change so quickly but yep onwards and upwards 😀
Can I ask with the Carpuride how does that work if say you are overseas and without phone signal?
I was wondering the same thing.
We always download off line maps before we go anywhere just incase but never had a problem all over Europe
It’s a pity the head teacher job at St marries isn’t up for grabs. We have to do the teaching ourselves and pay a private tutor
Education can be a joke
@@fayedorantinsley578 they told my oldest that the world wars were sexist because they didn’t let women fight on the battlefield
The headteacher brought herself a dog with the school’s money and called it a therapy dog
So many bad stories although I've seen my fare share of upper management letting the team down
No way, you don't sell your bike, what's you sister thinking? Worst comes to the worst set up a "go fund me" to pay for it 🙂 Seriously though, I am really sorry to hear what is happening to you and Shaun, if doesn't rain it pours.
I started to watch your Tins on Tours when I got back to riding and I was watch you go through the trial and tribulations of learning to ride and love both your channels.
Look after each other and you will be enjoying rides out together soon and having a few scooper doopers. 👍
Thanks for your support, I will be keeping the bike 🏍 👍 it's not going anywhere .
If you have just bought the coffees thank you so so much 💗 and for following the channels 😊
@@fayedorantinsley578 I did and you are very welcome 👍
Honda rebel 1100.
Yeah great bike we took 1 out a few weeks back now
Sorry about job hope you get something else soon or just do you tube for a wile bike reviews try and blow ur channel up u never know
Yes gonna have to do something as not sure if Shauns gonna get paid while he's off and bills aren't gonna wait 🙃
Maybe God’s telling you to start your own business selling your art on line etc😊
Ohh i wish that's always been a dream of mine 😀
🌹🌹❤😎
❤
Keep your chin up I hope you two get some good luck for a change why not sell some of your paintings maybe you can make a living at it hope Shaun gets better soon 👍❤️
Thank you for your support. Sadly, people don't value art to pay for it, but it would be a great life 😊