The Nights are Drawing in...Each day is precious as we descend towards Midwinter

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  • @chezabela
    @chezabela หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    Grandchildren are such a blessing x

    • @Gardenwitch1954
      @Gardenwitch1954 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      A special connection with my granddaughters feeds my soul! You are blessed to be so close and able to visit with them. 🍀🧡🤎

  • @carriemcmurtrie2906
    @carriemcmurtrie2906 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    Colette, it's wonderful hearing you say , winter is a time of rest. I live by that statement. Age( 60) has brought a more appreciation for all the seasons. NB🇨🇦

    • @lindylou3519
      @lindylou3519 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      At 71 & a gardener, I look forward to the rest that winter brings.😊

    • @shirleymcmurtrie7853
      @shirleymcmurtrie7853 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Ohhh, we are cut from the same cloth, Carrie! ❤

  • @girlmettle
    @girlmettle หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Such a beautiful, magical, romantic space. ❤

  • @maxinedefty9462
    @maxinedefty9462 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    You are right Colette, a beautiful magical time of the year, I just love Autumn and winter. I love the stillness, and the old saying, " If you can't see the beauty in Winter, then you dont deserve the Spring" , is so true. X

  • @annemariedale3171
    @annemariedale3171 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I must say, this is my favourite time of year: the colours, the sense of slowing down towards rest and subsequent rebirth and the embracing darkness. Love it!

  • @grizeldaxxx4568
    @grizeldaxxx4568 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thank You so much for sharing , I am down in New Zealand but I do adore seeing the Goddess's very own Magic Carpet of fallen leaves!!! STUNNING and i love to kick through them . Blessings to You and Wee Madam Patsy!! xx

  • @Vivino67
    @Vivino67 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    Good evening, dear Colette! It's midnight here, and just as I'm about to switch off and go to sleep this notification popped up, so will gladly listen and doze off. Grateful for the comfort your videos bring me❤

    • @Dontletthemdullyoursparkle
      @Dontletthemdullyoursparkle หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I did the same. Listened in bed before going to sleep. I fell asleep after the first couple of minutes because Colette's voice is so soothing so just woken up and rewatched. It's 2.30am.

  • @SandraTomey
    @SandraTomey หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Thank goodness that you're a good listener, to Mother Nature and your little ones. Not many want to hear the little souls speak. They are very clear about their journey. Thanks for listening.

  • @roannecampagnolo4629
    @roannecampagnolo4629 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Winter is a time of rest. Thanks for that reminder Collette 🙏🏻 Blessings!

  • @mikeinportland30
    @mikeinportland30 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Being from Oregon, the Mahonia (Oregon Grape) is our state flower and native here. Love that there is a bit of Oregon in the west of Ireland! I too love winter and this year more than most looking forward to its period of rest and recharging. Recent events have my batteries, physical and mental, drained!!!

    • @susancazier8244
      @susancazier8244 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I'm in Oregon too. Love the wild weather changes as we move into autumn and winter.

  • @davidtomkinson1570
    @davidtomkinson1570 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I love autumn and winter best of the seasons. The countryside is more or less empty of people and peace and quiet makes walking lovely.

  • @ClaireQuinn566
    @ClaireQuinn566 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank you very much Collette. I love your observations & especially about the light. I think we have a lovely quality of light at certain times in Ireland. Also, when the light is gently fading, which it does here in Ireland, my Mother used to say "the countryside is going to sleep". I love that. It describes it beautifully. You teach us to observe things we might otherwise not notice. Best wishes from County Clare. ❤️

  • @barbarahayes5869
    @barbarahayes5869 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Young wise souls who touch our hearts and souls if we take the time to be together ❤

  • @morrigans_cottage
    @morrigans_cottage หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Good evening ♥️ getting so dark so early now, we're truly in winter! So glad you enjoyed your time with the littles ❤

  • @JadwigaShiels
    @JadwigaShiels หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I think a Robin singing in the garden is so wonderful, it always makes me think of late autumn and winter. Robins are such good garden companions. Lovely birds.

  • @marysmyth8288
    @marysmyth8288 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hello Collette, appreciate so very much your
    Evening walk around your land,
    Yes there is something so serene
    As the daylight fades into the looming
    Darkness of nighttime .
    Mary Canada 🍁

  • @esthergebel5256
    @esthergebel5256 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    My favorite season, dear Colette. By now, I am tired of yard work, especially after this past sweltering hot summer. I did collect some zinnias, which are now drying, and will bring joy once again next year. Just like you are saying, now is the time to reflect, read good books by the fire, and enjoy some leisurely knitting. Time for our bodies to relax. Thanks for your wholesome videos. I love to listen to your stories❤

  • @louisbasso58
    @louisbasso58 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    A lady who can find beauty and joy in all seasons. That is you, Collette. God bless you and all the beauty that surrounds you at Bealtine Cottage. A gift to us all, Many thanks

  • @kimberlypeterson4883
    @kimberlypeterson4883 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You said it so well !! To embrace & reflect & slow down is a true blessing. You are a wonderful being & may glorious blessing surround you, always🥰🥰💖💖

  • @beckyarmstrong4990
    @beckyarmstrong4990 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    How lovely everything is. So glad you got tp spend precious time with your grandkids .Bet Patsy was glad to see you and get back home. Well, as the days wind down and we rest, I hope we can still spend some relaxing moments with you. Maybe some chats around the kitchen table with a cup of tea. Well, another lovely time with your company. Thanks again Colette. 💖

  • @summerrain7466
    @summerrain7466 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Beautiful sunset! The light through the trees! When we get fog here it rolls in right off the Atlantic, and there is no seeing through it at all. It envelopes and isolates everything, and in the distance we can hear the buoys and the foghorn from the lighthouse. Quite magical! As long as I don't have to try to drive anywhere!

  • @GoodBeets4ME
    @GoodBeets4ME หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Always lovely to visit with you, Collette. The paintings behind you are outrageously amazingly gorgeous.

  • @patriciaweaver9834
    @patriciaweaver9834 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I come originally from the NE of England where we had tremendous thick fogs on the coast where I lived. I miss them and the local foghorn blaring through the night, now I am in New Zealand, we rarely get a decent fog here in Nelson South Island.

  • @kimgreenaway2885
    @kimgreenaway2885 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I loved the way you spoke about Winter Colette, I have never looked forward to it but now you have made me feel more positive and will take more time to rest and enjoy this season, Thank you ❤

  • @beautifulpeacock4734
    @beautifulpeacock4734 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Your voice is so soothing, comforting, and calming. I enjoy listening to you, and just looking at your cottage decor.

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    The moon waxing eloquently! Indeed, the darkness embraces. The light is so soft. And it is time to rest. 🙏🍂🍁🌾🐝🌿 Your Holly is divine.

    • @maryeliason1504
      @maryeliason1504 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I now see winter in a more positive way. Time to rest & read & listening. Enjoy dear. I do love your shares & what you've created there. Very inspiring. Love from Northern California.

  • @claudiacockerill226
    @claudiacockerill226 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank you for this beautiful, sacred message Colette. Lovely to know the wisdom shared with young children is magical and deep. Blessings to you and your family. I love all the different energies and elements of each season as well. ✨❤️🙏🏼😊🌞✨🌝

  • @clairethomas9032
    @clairethomas9032 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I too love all seasons. Thank you for another lovely video. They always bring me peace and a sense of hope x

  • @Tullywitch06
    @Tullywitch06 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Magical, such amazing energies around your property 😊

  • @paulasophia6358
    @paulasophia6358 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Beautiful video Colette 💖 and may I say you look lovely with your stylish pixie cut! ✨️💕🧚‍♂️

  • @Auntie7024
    @Auntie7024 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Hello Colette, Happy to see you again. Your outfit colors match the artwork on the wall. I'm glad you had a nice visit with your granddaughters. Lovely video today. I love hearing all of the woodland sounds. I just love the sound of your windchimes. Blessings to you. Take care.❤

  • @windingroad9678
    @windingroad9678 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Thank you Collette, ❤the journey round the sun! Makes me feel connected to you and mother earth. I will sleep well tonight..

  • @downhomegal2499
    @downhomegal2499 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love seeing through your beautiful lush gardens. The trees, shrubs, paths of leaves are all so amazing. I can only hope I can achieve an area similar to yours in my yard. Thanks for taking us all with you through the magical nature areas.

  • @vivianpollok5580
    @vivianpollok5580 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I love to see your woodlands in the evening..Magickal.

  • @lorelei296
    @lorelei296 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    My favorite season is always the season we are just going through. Living in the present :)

  • @Ivyana5
    @Ivyana5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    It´s so green there even this close to Midwinter. Lovely!

  • @cathylynnpietranton
    @cathylynnpietranton หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Colette, we are so glad you had a wonderful visit with your granddaughters. We love winter. Hugs to Patsy and you ❤

  • @francisjohnson665
    @francisjohnson665 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I love winter ; the long dark nights, great for sleeping .I like when it's sundown at 4:30 . I and my boy Jackson get onto our bed , wrap up in soft fluffy throws and unlax . Blessings.

  • @DeborahPinder-f5t
    @DeborahPinder-f5t หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Enchanting and inspiring, thank you ❤

  • @JoJoTarz
    @JoJoTarz หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Children are pure soul and I love how they have no filter! they will tell it like it is. It's the best!

    • @marylynch951
      @marylynch951 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes absolutely agree 💯

  • @dianebrown3594
    @dianebrown3594 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Visiting Ireland is on my bucket list I have many family roots in northern Ireland Hazzard Roney etc take care love your channel!

  • @hanapalkova7513
    @hanapalkova7513 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Colette, it is beautiful time now. I needed to finish some work in the garden but suddenly like if Earth told me: " My child, let me rest." It is so nice how Mother Earth needs calm and rest. And I told myself I will do garden work before spring and leave Mother to have calm...😊

  • @maddydavies7673
    @maddydavies7673 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I have my Ash wood stash cut.
    Yesterday l made pumpkin soup and home-made whole meal bread and butter. So good!
    Lit the wood burner and snuggled up with my two dogs. Cosy.

    • @bealtainecottage
      @bealtainecottage  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Isn’t it wonderful to live in gratitude for the simple things in this world?

    • @maddydavies7673
      @maddydavies7673 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@bealtainecottageYes! I collected lots of brilliantly coloured Maple leaves today too. Treasures.

  • @shelleyimmel8067
    @shelleyimmel8067 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    We get those fogs as well in Western Oregon, and I love it. It seems like it softens both the air and the sound. Getting dark here earlier as well. Soon my best friend will call me about 4:30 PM upset because she is in her pjs thinking it is time for bed, and we will laugh like a couple of crazy old women! I too, really like this time of year and also preparing for the holidays which I so enjoy. Your videos are so lovely. Just pressed some oak leaves that I picked today.

  • @kitkat6878
    @kitkat6878 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Even the reflection in your mirror with the butterfly frame looks like a mini work of art x

  • @Marie-jy9qo
    @Marie-jy9qo หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I find it very peaceful watching your videos. Thank you.

  • @patdelaney191
    @patdelaney191 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love the picture behind you and the smaller one above the door. ❤

  • @deborahwillis1396
    @deborahwillis1396 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Autumn this year is spectacular with the colours ~ especially l noted the yellows ~ and have never seen so much yellow in the autumn colours as this year in the U.K.

  • @elainerichards6406
    @elainerichards6406 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Hi Colette, It sounds like you had a lovely time with your grandchildren! Blessings to you and little Patsy ❤❤

  • @ruthfeatherstone7925
    @ruthfeatherstone7925 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    The array of colours are amazing and your little minx on your bed so typical - loved the glimpse of the smoke from the chimney especially. Bright Blessings Xx

  • @sandramariesolander
    @sandramariesolander หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I see the moon, the Moon sees me 🌗🌛 Love to walkabout in your gardens, thank you again! And happy Samhain!

  • @9FatraBbits
    @9FatraBbits หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    So lovely and peaceful. Blessings♥️🐇

  • @isadelahunt2284
    @isadelahunt2284 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What a well composed shot, with that painting and your clothibg and colors! Your videos are always well done, this is just exceptionally nice. Happy day!

  • @thyme2be18
    @thyme2be18 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Thank you for continuing to share!

  • @mahvash2811
    @mahvash2811 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very blessing ❤

  • @henriettahenson
    @henriettahenson หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Hello Collette.... I am one of those who love autumn 🎃🍂🍁... It's stunning here in Devon very foresty 🍂🍁around we're I live and it's in full swing the colours are amazing,,, it's been so mild ... Getting colder tonight they say,,, but any way as you say it's a time for rest... Love the dark nights... Cosy fire going in my cottage like you it's lovely... You take care my lovely... That little PATSY is the boss of you 😂😂😂🐶💕

  • @SHaas-vj6nu
    @SHaas-vj6nu หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Glorious!!🌱🍁🌺

  • @missholly7534
    @missholly7534 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Thank you, Colette, for the peaceful, beautiful video. My country (USA) is insane at present, and hearing phrases like "deep midwinter" are a balm to my heart. Blessings to you!

  • @JannetjeW
    @JannetjeW หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    My favorite season is autumn, second winter, spring,my least favorite season is summer!

  • @TheEmpressgoth
    @TheEmpressgoth หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    ❤❤❤❤❤thank you for sharing 😊😊😊😊

  • @Dontletthemdullyoursparkle
    @Dontletthemdullyoursparkle หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I love that you attune your body to the seasons. I have recently learnt that the seasonal cycle correlates to our energy and paying attention to this makes you feel aligned with mother nature. The colours at the moment are beautiful. I savour this beauty before the trees go bare. Love the rat proof bird feeder. I have just discovered a rat on my feeder and three tunnels under my shed so trying to sort a rat situation currently which I've never had to do before! It's a bit unnerving. If i feed the birds I only get pugeons and now a rat! Typical. Now i cant feed my pigeons til ive sorted the rat and a rat proof way to feed them.

  • @sheilam283
    @sheilam283 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Colette, your hair looks so cute! It makes you look like you took 10 years off!!! I have just had my foot and ankle surgery and watching your beautiful videos helps me take my mind off the discomfort! Thank you for another great video. Love that Miss Patsy!

  • @goldenfd475
    @goldenfd475 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think your secret garden has been a great success this year although the whole magical wood is such a triumph for mother nature.

  • @katherineb6102
    @katherineb6102 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I live somewhere now where it never snows and I miss the snow so very much.

  • @annaglynn7314
    @annaglynn7314 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Hi Collette ,as you mention the fog, I started remembering autumn mornings comming out of our cosy thatched cottage in north Galway to walk to school and seeing the privet hedge covered in spiders webs ,especially on foggy or frosty mornings , aah "those were the days my friend," God Bless, A,G

  • @rubybrowning5111
    @rubybrowning5111 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Your property is beautiful. Thanks for sharing🎉❤

  • @angelabay-jespersen6205
    @angelabay-jespersen6205 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you Colette, not only for the absolutely gorgeous scenes of your woods and gardens but also for your words of wisdom. The colours of the leaves are so beautiful as are those wonderful, bee, life saving flowers. I’m sure you planted those with the bees in mind.
    Bees are so important to our environment and our survival and are being assailed the world over, for many reasons, so it is a pure blessing when someone speaks up for them, thank you.
    Australia, where I live, was the last continent to NOT have the varoa mite. We have extremely stringent bio security laws yet l, relatively recently I found out they were discovered in some hives in one of our states. I am somewhat confused as to how they managed to get here. It’s a sad thing for our bees.
    Anyway, thank you again for another wonderful video and blessings to you and cheeky little Patsy.

  • @BessieMann
    @BessieMann หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Good evening Colette. It's around 2:30 here we are in the middle of Autumn It gets dark now by 5:30. Yes Winter is a time for our bodies to rest but I have four grandchildren so there's not much rest for this old girl Enjoy your videos and love your cottage

  • @chiccabay9911
    @chiccabay9911 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I shall be spending time with my little women tomorrow ,such a joy.Thank you for a lovely wander around the gardens.I love the smell of the air at this time of year.Each season brings with it it´s own charm.Blessing to you and Patsy x.

  • @norafarrell8487
    @norafarrell8487 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Uplifting as always

  • @daggy1778
    @daggy1778 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    thank you dear Colette....................I know what about you are spoken with the kids......I had worked in a kindergarden for 45years....................and every kid had his own personality ............you have a wonderful garden and peaceful.........................Blessings and Greetings and a big hug to Patsy.............Daggy,Kiel,Germany☘☘☘

  • @openmindedopenheartedpurpl3568
    @openmindedopenheartedpurpl3568 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Beautiful Season 🍂 ❄

  • @MaFinCL
    @MaFinCL หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ahh Oregon grape, I thought it looked familiar it's our state flower, and yes our local bees are bumbling all about them too.

  • @paolanardo6442
    @paolanardo6442 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Beautiful video as always😊 Thank you Colette Have a lovely time ahead, time for yourself, time for nurturing ideas and inspirations. Hugs to you and little Patsy

  • @VictoriasRoses
    @VictoriasRoses หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I find it so interesting your Oregon Grape is blooming. I live in Oregon and it is our state flower. It looks in late spring/early summer. I love the smell of the flowers.

  • @doreenmaggio3624
    @doreenmaggio3624 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Good Evening Lovely Colette . Many Thanks and Many Blessings . I appreciate all you say and all you do . Such a refreshing time spent a mist of dragons breath so Joyful and peaceful indeed magical yes indeed

  • @kathymorgan1489
    @kathymorgan1489 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Lovely video Collette. Your new outdoor lights bring a different dimension to your magical secret garden. Yes, l love all seasons too. And changes to nature. Love the cosiness of smoke billowing from your chimney. Sending love Perth Western Australia

  • @marikajohn6522
    @marikajohn6522 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Lovely garden tour. 😊😊

  • @lisacoldwell
    @lisacoldwell หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    LOVELY, such a lovely place you've created! The colors are beautiful. We're beginning to wonder if the seasons are ever going to change here in Texas. The oaks are still green and full. The sassafras, blue beech, and winged elms are slowly starting to change, but certainly a slow start to autumn this year.

  • @April-eg2rc
    @April-eg2rc หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    😊hugs and love to you❤

  • @zeroregrets5901
    @zeroregrets5901 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    what a beautiful setting. such a treat, have fun and be well. i'm also living in an area where we have seasons, i love winter, snow, ice, cold i'm good. people have lived with this for centuries nothing new. i love it cold, damp before hot and humid. winter holds a special feeling and season for us.

  • @maryannknox7158
    @maryannknox7158 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank You Collette for your wise Wisdom ☺️

  • @paulinegreen-1812
    @paulinegreen-1812 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Magical place ❤

  • @juliewright8426
    @juliewright8426 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Live in sth aust. Our summers get extremely hot and dry. Needless to say Autumn in my fav season. Winter is lovely too because as you say its a time to rest. ❤thanks for the lovely video.

  • @marylynch951
    @marylynch951 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks Collette
    I agree I worked with little children
    Loved it I am retired now
    I too love winter

  • @cherrypie8796
    @cherrypie8796 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love all the autumnal colours so beautiful. But I confess I detest the cold and dark . I am a true summer person.

  • @beverley1539
    @beverley1539 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hiya Colette, as always a wee visit to Bealtaine lifts the spirit. Oh that wee minx indeed peeps through the window lol. Blessings southern Ontario Canada 🐝🇨🇦

  • @Vsthrossel
    @Vsthrossel หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So beautiful! Thanks for sharing ❤

  • @trishjordan8859
    @trishjordan8859 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    So different where you are, so nice to experience the difference even if it is just pictures ❤

  • @lindylou3519
    @lindylou3519 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for the beautiful fall video! I’m so glad this fall has been a long one. It’s my fav time of year & this year it has been unseasonably warm, which I truly could enjoy a bit cooler. 😊

  • @cherylsimmons4540
    @cherylsimmons4540 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you 😊

  • @denisegariepy1176
    @denisegariepy1176 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    So beautiful there …. Love the winter ❄️

  • @mariannavacratsa3451
    @mariannavacratsa3451 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Winter wonderland ❤❤❤

  • @vannesagannon4555
    @vannesagannon4555 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looking amazing❤

  • @Celtic-Compass
    @Celtic-Compass หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your words are so lyrical ~ my great granddad was from Tyrone, Ireland ~ a time to rest ~ It seems there are stones and crystals around your home ~ how do you select what treasures you display? Thank you from my ❤.

  • @carolgregg5714
    @carolgregg5714 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Who was that poet/author? She said…”What are you going to do with your one Wild and precious life?” This just popped into my head just now as I listened to your introduction ❣️love your films Collette ❤️

  • @RonnieRowe-il7eq
    @RonnieRowe-il7eq หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ❤THE YOU 💯 ♥️

  • @vernabryant2894
    @vernabryant2894 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The weather has changed in Southern Illinois in the US.Its a lot warrmer.In November we used to get a frost in the mornings.Not any more.

  • @Plantingseedsoflove88
    @Plantingseedsoflove88 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So beautiful, Collette! Do you have squirrels in Ireland?

  • @lulucly
    @lulucly หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The Mahonia is gorgeous! I plan to plant bluebonnets next week for Spring flowers. I too am optimistic!!