Well cared for mules ....... they have beautiful coats ...... no ribs showing ....... their ears are forward while delivering the goods = they are not upset ......... their saddle pads are thick = protecting their backs ...... their gate is strong ....... legs / hips / hooves look good ...... 💚 from a horse woman in Virginia
When you reached out to stroke the mule’s face he was completely relaxed and unthreatened. If those mules were treated badly they would be “head shy”, meaning they would toss their head and flinch away from the contact. They look like contented well cared for working animals and watching them work together as a mule train was brilliant. Thank you for this lovely content.
I love how they were not rushed and look well looked after. You don’t need to apologise (I’ve been vegan snd veggie, as long as they are well looked after, not an issue). We work heavy horses in woodland moving tree trunks, and even riding horses are working animals. It’s all about their welfare and care 💕
oh you better than us vegan!! your precisely the kind of human being that is so non appreciative of what GOD gave us!! oh I don't need meat, and sticking up your nose, if there was A WORLD war you would be the first to eat a pig, if that was the last food on earth...what a illogical person you are!
You know we live in a sick world ,when you have to apologies to the people you don’t know and basically build the whole video around apologizing for doing what you have to do to live. Nicky, you don’t owe us anything. Just be you. 🌸
Working much harder since Nicki is a average sized woman and not a mule. She should have asked for help from the very beginning from Nikola and whoever could help.
Why are you apologising? Since the dawn of humanity animals have been used to transport people and goods - dogs, camels, horses, mules, donkeys, oxen, yaks, reindeer, water buffalo, elephants etc. It's a necessary part of life. As long as they are well fed, well cared for and not maltreated or brutalised, there is absolutely nothing wrong with using them as a means of transportation. PLEASE don't apologise.
☝️ I agree and like I posted in my comment: many work animals are part of families and much like adults, have jobs that help the family unit. They live good lives and are cared for better than many populations of peoples.
I agree too. When treated well it helps the animal also. They need some working out to stay healthy. Its even good to make dogs wear a pack with their own water and a few things while you walk to keep their muscle tone up and train them. To tell you the truth, I wish I Could ride a donkey to the grocery store and have him haul back my groceries instead of me taking the bus and carrying them home haha
I saw nothing wrong with your delivery method. Everyone in the United States forgets the farm life. Animals helped with chores on the farm daily. It's a shame you have to explain to help cushion the blow to those sensitive viewers. Thanks for sharing Nicki.
I don't have any issues using mules to do that kind of work. I'm from Peru and we use horses, mules, llamas etc to carry stuff. Sometimes people need to be understanding different cultures love ✌🏼😌
I love Peru. I've seen the mules go down to the boats on their own. Someone loafs the bags and they go up the island on their own. They just didn't care! In my eyes that was genious, developed out of necessity. Miss Peru a LOT!
I'm from a farming community in rural Wisconsin. I can't imagine a world where animals and humans don't work together to make a good life for all. Our animals are always treated respectfully fed and watered well and in truth they are part of our family.
Please don't worry or feel guilty, that was a fascinating peek into the practicalities of living where you do. Clearly the mules/donkeys are looked after well. Thank you soooo much!
It's almost painful to listen to you having to justify a centuries old method of a symbiotic relationship between man and animals. Miles were bred to b beast of burden. Seems like a very eco friendly method. Perhaps those squeamish people would prefer a noxious diesel fuel truck.
What an honoring for all, including the planet. Thank you, Nicki. You honored yourself by thinking this through before you agreed to what was required for heat in the winter. Then you honored the mule..., then honored the earth... AND honored us by spelling it out clearly, what was required. I’ve grown up with working animals and it’s almost as if they Thrive on being helpful. And personally, I would have been right there with you, had this kind of choice point been presented to me. I Love animals and my heart was there with yours. Beautifully executed. WOW.
Well treated work animals? Wonderful! Nothing wrong with that. You are too kind to explain so much-Bless your heart. Happy to see a new video! By the way, i was a vegetarian/vegan for over 20 yrs. and can see you love animals...Even your chickens cat(s) & pup are treated so kind. 💜
I've seen a video of these mules moving equipment before in Positano. They look extremely well cared for. They look in tip top condition and they get to raid all the gardens on there journey. I am a huge animal lover and see nothing wrong in this practice. Also I am of the beleif that Italians are especially fond of animals. You only need to look at your videos to see how loving they are of dogs . Brian
This was truly a wonderful video Nicki, those donkeys/ mules are beautiful, well cared for, and managed. Loved how they skipped up and down the steps with experience, carried their load, ( well balanced!!) and nibbled at your plants!! Truly gorgeous, thank you for sharing old traditional Italian customs.🥀
I loved the fact the guy with the mules stood and waited while they had a rest and a snack. The mules looked well looked after and content in their work. X
Thanks Nicki, as long as the animals are treated well I don't see a problem with using the Mules or any work animals for the job! Today's video is a very interesting perspective on one aspect of life in Positano with all of the stairs! Aloha nui/Much love to u all!
The Mules are an historic part of Mediterranean life, prominent in Greece and Italy in mountainous coastal regions, going back thousands of years. The Mules that delivered your pellets appear well cared for, securely harnessed to spread the load and well nutriated ( from your garden, not least) and after all they have been specifically bred with this purpose mind, as they are ideally suited to narrow paths and the rocky, sloped terrain of the region, nevertheless your sensitivity and care to their well-being speaks highly of your evidently kind heart and I do hope others appreciate your obvious concern and thoughtfulness.
I loved this episode. The mules look incredibly healthy and well loved. They rested, were admired, and they did their job beautifully. We were commenting on the wholesome life you live there. Very moved by the bells and the respect they conveyed. Your life is beautiful - steps, garden, family and mules! All gorgeous. And it’s this kind of honest life that afforded your father in law’s uncle a long and fulfilling 95 years. Bless. Xxx
We used pellets when we lived in the US. They are wonderful, also did all that stacking!! My husband thinks you should install a plank to your basement for your safety! The mules were treated humanely and I think a lot of people forget that animals also enjoy a change of pace and sometimes that involves working! Look at Australian shepherds and Huskies!
Ι live in Greece and many places have the same problems .... We love animals ...we love life ....we love people too !!! Thank you Nicki for your video !!!!
Mules, camels, lamas are all pack animals that were made with the purpose of helping us. The mules looked well cared for. Their harness and carry buckets were well made and there was plenty of felt between them and the harness. Nicki, you're a good egg for moving all those bags of pellets before help arrived!
No apology needed! This is what they were bred for and their job and look very well cared for! The stay fit and mentally stimulated! Enjoyed this vlog very much!
You can see that those mules are very well cared for, healthy and don’t appear stressed. Thank you sharing,as always, the way of life in a beautiful part of the world.
As a kid we would go to my mother's land, and they didn't have any water pipes in their house, so they would use mules to go get water and bring it to the house. There is no road, it's all sand and bricks. I always felt bad for the animals, but when I got older I understand that's how they're living. It's their live, like how they wouldn't understand how we're living. Much love, again, such underrated channel ❤💙💖♥💓💛❤💙💖♥💓💛❤💙💖♥💓💛❤💙💖♥💓💛❤💙💖
In Mexico we use mules as well. They are very well cared for and actually love their jobs. Positano mules look happy and healthy, no need for an explanation. But the fact that you felt the need to offer one shows your beautiful character.
I'm an avid animal lover. This is the purpose of mules, I'd Much prefer they were all doing this, rather than carrying tourists up steps because they can't be bothered to walk ❤️
If you ask me, as a tourist, you go traveling so that you can walk. unless the distance is way to big, and a car is needed. In which case, you wouldn't use an animal, unless for a weird reason you traveled back in time, or there's no road on which a car can safely ride on. These are just my 2 uninformed cents, please forgive my ignorance.
100% agreed. Plus in this case each mule had only 45kg. Tourists (especially from one particular country which shall remain unnamed...) weigh more like 100kg or more.
Yes, after a mule trip down to the bottom of the Grand Canyon lots of people say walking would have been easier. LOL but the mules are needed to transport supplies.
God bless you Nicki, condolences for your loss. Where I live in the Kenyan tea highlands we use donkeys to ferry water, firewood, charcoal, and so much more. Our culture considers them sacred animals, and anyone who hurts a donkey is liable to prosecution and the "curse" of the elders. As long as they're taken care of well, there is no problem. Animals help a great deal in rural areas.
My condolences to the family of Carlo's great uncle. 95 is an impressive age! Thank you for the explanation at the beginning of the video, even though I've seen the last pellet delivery a couple years ago, I felt it was very respectful and very helpful for new viewers. I did feel really bad for you that you kept apologizing, I know how you must struggle with this necessity. I know what the cold with damp is like and it causes many respiratory illnesses in children here in NZ, as many of our houses are insufficiently insulated and expensive to heat. Thanks for another wonderful video! ❤
I live in the mountains of Western North Carolina and many people still use mules for work. They love their animals and treat them well, but animals and people both work.
I thought that this was a perfect video to show how tough life can be in a place many of consider to be paradise. My husband and I always say how hard everyone works -- making wine and cheese, raising animals, and maintain a garden that is like a mini farm. I love that you deliver on your promise to show us what it's really like to live on the Amalfi coast. I did feel bad for Holly. She was clearly wanting to be mummy's girl that day! The faces she was pulling! She is too cute!
Yes Nicki the mules do look healthy and well looked after, and seemed quite laid back as if to say, yes Nicki no worries we have done all this before, there was no drama and no shouting at the mules, well done them. xxx
Thank goodness for notifications, I was just watching your old videos when I saw a new video pop up! I do thank you for showing this as it opens people's eyes to a different way of living, it's nice to know the mules are replaced through the process.
I know you might not believe this but your really difficult work has really cheered me up Its a beautiful place with more importantly beautiful (inside and outside) people who care That alone is cheerful
Well...you do live in pasta land (example...lunch), it makes sense everyone gets a robust workout, Nicki, mules, drovers, Nicola, Luca and Sky. I grew up on a farm and we produced food for humans, can you imagine the level of hunger if humans never used beasts of burden. We loved our animals and gave them better medical care than we did ourselves. They were content, well feed, well housed and well looked after animals who had a lot of free time to roam and graze and take lazy naps. We lived in harmony as we took care of them and they took care of us. So sorry you had to justify this to the extent that you did. Love to all.
I don't think you owe anyone apologies. Work animals have helped humans build civilization for thousands of years - they have been bred for exactly that. I just found your channel last week and watching it in a marathon. Love it!
I'm glad that you were concerned about how others would feel. They look very content and well cared for! Most animals enjoy doing what they were created to do.
I can see the need for using the mules in your situation. They were well cared for and not abused in anyway that I could see . You have no reason to have to justify this to others . Have a blessed week , love from the USA 🇺🇸 💗
I’m an animal lover too, and I think that having a job gives an animal a sense of purpose. Even house pets view their walks as a job and I think they are happier in general for it. The mules looked calm and healthy. So interesting to see your life in Positano. I found your channel in April 2020, and Wednesday and Sunday are a bright spot in my week XOXO
Carlo picked a good day to go to work. Those bags looked heavy. The next time someone gives you grief about using well cared for animals to do your heavy lifting just ask them to meet you 450 steps above your house and let them carry the pellets downstairs to your home.
The next time you know you will need the mules to deliver pellets, you should plant them a little garden just for them. :-) A few pots of lettuce and kale or other yummy goodies!
My goodness, she was right when she says they eat everything. Right at the entrance, they were having a snack! 🤣 Don't feel bad about using mules. The Lord put these animals on the earth to help us.
In all the small mountain towns in Italy like my parents town in Lazio, years ago they had to use donkeys and mules. I rode and walked with them, they are fantastic animals. They were taken care of especially well like people do today with cars. They were nesessary to do a lot of tasks that tractors and trucks do today. But even today as in Nicki's case, only mules and donkeys can get to certain areas. There is no reason for Nicki to excuse their use, like dog sleds in Alaska, and many other examples. I wish I was there, going back to my roots as a mountain farmer and managing olive groves.
I work with miles 5 days a week , for the tourist in New Orleans on the Carrages industry! They are bred to work this doesn’t hurt them at all they can 3 times their weight! They are very smart sure footed and strong !!! Love mules!
When my grandpa homesteaded his land over 120 years ago he used his horses to pull the flatbed full of rocks that were cleared off the land and to pull the plow. Condolences to your family on your loss. Thanks so much for another beautiful video Nicki, hugs from Canada.
Fascinating. Honestly, when that view is involved, that incredible view of glorious sea and sky, doesn't it somehow take the edge off of hard work? How could you ever leave such a paradise? I would not. I don't care how many steps or how old I am. Haha! Beautiful!!
I enjoyed watching and learning what this “simple” fact of life is like for you. Thank you for sharing with us. I’ve meant to tell you that I love the area of stone and clover you’ve designed. Just gorgeous! You are a very kind hearted person.
AMAZING!!! Nicki!! No need to apologise!! That's how my Grandma use to do it in Puerto Rico. This is so beautiful. You are not hurting the donkeys! I love watching your videos. It makes my day everytime !! Love you and your
I understand where you are coming from as the Allied forces found out during the battle for Cassino during the second World War when the best mobalized army was unable to move in the terrine and they had to get 15,000 mules to move supplies or fail..regards from Ireland
Hi Nikki! You are such a wonderful wife and mother! Carlo is lucky to have you, and you him! You guys are the perfect example of how a couple supports and helps each other through life. It’s what love is all about and you set a good example for Skye! I never miss any of your videos and I feel like I know all of you! One day I will bump into you in Positano if this COVID virus is finally put to rest!
No need for apology…although your thoughtfulness is part of your beauty. Your videos bring me much joy and broaden my spectrum of belief that dreams come true. Blessings to you and yours. Thanks for sharing your lives with us. 🌸💚🌸💚🌸💚🌸💚🌸
As long as the mules are treated well,and rotated and rested. Mules are hardy animals ;so they would be more then capable of doing the job as long as they are healthy animals.
As someone who grew up with animals I understand the love for them but realize they have a job to do. I appreciate this video and the culture of your country. I love the community help... Clearwater Florida 🇺🇲
It’s so nice to see your love for each other. You are great dad, and you have wonderful children, respectful, interested in life, not spoiled. Good job!
You dont need to makes excuses for something these animals were created to do....work hard. Adore your whole world. You are the one person who seems to really make my day in here. You and Carlo were meant for one another. Stay happy!!. From California....PEACE.
Aw, they look like they are very well taken care of and they are very sweet animals. I understand why some people will be upset though. But animals are sometimes used for work, that's how it is. Horses and oxen are still used in agricultural fields. Police departments have K9 officers and people have support animals or seeing-eye dogs. It's how they're treated and cared for that matters most. These mules look healthy and honestly, 60 kgs isn't a heavy load for a mule, so they're not being overworked. They took their time, stopped for snacks, they're fiiiiiiine.
Hi Nikki my husband and enjoyed your vlog as always . The mules were doing a job and there were plenty of them to share the task at hand . It was interesting to watch and no need for you to feel they way you did. The mule owners were very respectful of their mules . Ciao 🇦🇺🙋♀️
Thank you for sharing! It's important that people see the advantages and disadvantages of living there, but I think the pros far outweigh the cons. I'm an animal lover as well, I grew up on a farm and those mules look well taken care of. Don't fret about people who don't understand why you have to do things this way. Unrelated question... What do you like to read? 😁 I like fantasy, romance and sci-fi.
It’s interesting to see that Holly consider Nicki as her alpha although it was Carlo that found her. It’s back breaking to carry those bags down to the basement. I would just roll them down the planks to the basement 😂. You are incredibly strong, Nicki 💕
You have no choice but to use the mules I understand. They are well looked after and they look healthy. Take care...Blessings to you and your lovely family from Lynn in Rhode Island...😘💝
I don’t think you need to apologize for what is needed to keep your family warm in the winter... we who live in the US are so spoiled.... love watching you all.. have a great day❤️
There is no need to apologize. We have use mules in the US and other countries. They look well cared for and seem to be enjoying their job. Thank u for sharing.
Thank you for sharing such rare and informative videos of your life and the lives of others so rich in culture showing how life changes yet remains the same the simplicity of the old world ways so beautifully blended with the new simply amazing thank you
I'm sorry but, why are you apologizing for the use of mules? As long as the animal is treated humanely, where is the problem? Mules have been used for centuries by many cultures to move society forward! This is life! Love the puppy, your abundant garden and family ❤🤍💚 No apologies!
Thank you Nikki for sharing a very necessary way of life to assist with getting difficult and heavy loads down to your home, so that your able to have some form of heating to your home. I understand what you meant about the wintertime and living up a mountainside which is open to all the elements. I didn’t feel bad about the donkeys working they are part of a essential team that’s able to get the job done. Sometimes animals are needed due to the area and physical loads. They were very relaxed and enjoying the snacks 🥬 of the garden along the way. Happy and well looked after animals. If I had to manage all of those 500 stairs up and down a mountain every day with groceries etc. I don’t know how I would do....It’s not a easy lifestyle due to the location but that view is so worth it. Nikki you show us your sincerity and honesty. You love the animals, but don’t feel bad those donkeys are loved and rewarded for their efforts with someone to look after them. You and your family are a pleasure to watch. I enjoy all of your vlogs about your home life and the🪴 gardens. My condolences to You, Carlos, Sky and the rest of the family at this sad and difficult time.
Thank you for showing us how you manage getting big items up the steps. The mules look well cared for. I love watching your channel and learning how you live life on the Amalfi Coast. Thank you for sharing. Much love to you.
It is sad that you feel the need to explain the old traditions. I would imagine that the mules have been used for thousands of years there. You go girl👏❤
@@quacasualwomen Yes, I am looking at them closely and wondering if I should actually remove all the ones that talk about animal cruelty. This channel is about people living in Italy, comments should not be political or about causes. There are plenty of channels about those things. This is a reality, feel good channel.
@@johnnyfrisco5354 95%, some people don't know how easy their life is and want to point fingers at other's way of life. Some want to bad talk the family. There are a few of us that Nicki has asked to look over the comments, so she doesn't have to get hurt by trolls...I am honored to be one of them.
I TOTALLY understand why you need mules! it's great that they can help people survive in this region of Italy for so many generations. I think you got a huge work out Nicki! Well done. YAY for HEAT!!!
Well cared for mules ....... they have beautiful coats ...... no ribs showing ....... their ears are forward while delivering the goods = they are not upset ......... their saddle pads are thick = protecting their backs ...... their gate is strong ....... legs / hips / hooves look good ...... 💚 from a horse woman in Virginia
You can see how well cared for they are. When they paused on the stairs for a snack their owner/caretaker waited for them.
Thank you for your comment, all I cared about is the animals well fare, so thank you for pointing these things out.
You had a work out Nicki……..
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Animals are much happier or at least healthier when they have a job to do that is within their means.
When you reached out to stroke the mule’s face he was completely relaxed and unthreatened. If those mules were treated badly they would be “head shy”, meaning they would toss their head and flinch away from the contact. They look like contented well cared for working animals and watching them work together as a mule train was brilliant. Thank you for this lovely content.
agree, I didn't remark on the enjoying being stoked as a sign of good treatment, they also were calm around the children! lovely animals
The mules are probably numb from doing this every day, and scared of backlash from the owner. It’s sad to see.
I love how they were not rushed and look well looked after. You don’t need to apologise (I’ve been vegan snd veggie, as long as they are well looked after, not an issue). We work heavy horses in woodland moving tree trunks, and even riding horses are working animals. It’s all about their welfare and care 💕
Kindness and respect of the animals is key. This has been done here. Agree with you totally.
oh you better than us vegan!! your precisely the kind of human being that is so non appreciative of what GOD gave us!! oh I don't need meat, and sticking up your nose, if there was A WORLD war you would be the first to eat a pig, if that was the last food on earth...what a illogical person you are!
@@HopeLaFleur1975 are you serious? The anger you carry over a simple, sweet comment like that is detrimental to your health. Peace out ✌️
You know we live in a sick world ,when you have to apologies to the people you don’t know and basically build the whole video around apologizing for doing what you have to do to live.
Nicky, you don’t owe us anything. Just be you. 🌸
No outrage here 👍. Very sustainable.
Honestly Nicki it looks like you're working every bit as hard as the mules!
Working much harder since Nicki is a average sized woman and not a mule. She should have asked for help from the very beginning from Nikola and whoever could help.
I don't usually get hooked on anyone's TH-cam channel. But this channel is pure joy.
Why are you apologising? Since the dawn of humanity animals have been used to transport people and goods - dogs, camels, horses, mules, donkeys, oxen, yaks, reindeer, water buffalo, elephants etc. It's a necessary part of life. As long as they are well fed, well cared for and not maltreated or brutalised, there is absolutely nothing wrong with using them as a means of transportation. PLEASE don't apologise.
☝️ I agree and like I posted in my comment: many work animals are part of families and much like adults, have jobs that help the family unit.
They live good lives and are cared for better than many populations of peoples.
I agree too. When treated well it helps the animal also. They need some working out to stay healthy.
Its even good to make dogs wear a pack with their own water and a few things while you walk to keep their muscle tone up and train them.
To tell you the truth, I wish I Could ride a donkey to the grocery store and have him haul back my groceries instead of me taking the bus and carrying them home haha
I saw nothing wrong with your delivery method. Everyone in the United States forgets the farm life. Animals helped with chores on the farm daily. It's a shame you have to explain to help cushion the blow to those sensitive viewers. Thanks for sharing Nicki.
Everyone? Surely you jest
I don't have any issues using mules to do that kind of work. I'm from Peru and we use horses, mules, llamas etc to carry stuff. Sometimes people need to be understanding different cultures love ✌🏼😌
I love Peru. I've seen the mules go down to the boats on their own. Someone loafs the bags and they go up the island on their own. They just didn't care! In my eyes that was genious, developed out of necessity. Miss Peru a LOT!
Right, don’t they give rides to people at the Grand Canyon?
I'm from a farming community in rural Wisconsin. I can't imagine a world where animals and humans don't work together to make a good life for all. Our animals are always treated respectfully fed and watered well and in truth they are part of our family.
Please don't worry or feel guilty, that was a fascinating peek into the practicalities of living where you do. Clearly the mules/donkeys are looked after well. Thank you soooo much!
My condolences to Carlo and the family. May his Great Uncle Rest In Peace.
AMEN!!!!
Here, here! Sorry for your loss, Carlo.
You are a kind person and I can see how much you adore animals.
It's almost painful to listen to you having to justify a centuries old method of a symbiotic relationship between man and animals. Miles were bred to b beast of burden. Seems like a very eco friendly method. Perhaps those squeamish people would prefer a noxious diesel fuel truck.
What an honoring for all, including the planet. Thank you, Nicki. You honored yourself by thinking this through before you agreed to what was required for heat in the winter. Then you honored the mule..., then honored the earth... AND honored us by spelling it out clearly, what was required. I’ve grown up with working animals and it’s almost as if they Thrive on being helpful.
And personally, I would have been right there with you, had this kind of choice point been presented to me.
I Love animals and my heart was there with yours. Beautifully executed. WOW.
Well treated work animals? Wonderful! Nothing wrong with that. You are too kind to explain so much-Bless your heart. Happy to see a new video! By the way, i was a vegetarian/vegan for over 20 yrs. and can see you love animals...Even your chickens cat(s) & pup are treated so kind. 💜
The people there must live forever.........all that walking up and down the mountains 👍
I've seen a video of these mules moving equipment before in Positano.
They look extremely well cared for. They look in tip top condition and they get to raid all the gardens on there journey.
I am a huge animal lover and see nothing wrong in this practice.
Also I am of the beleif that Italians are especially fond of animals.
You only need to look at your videos to see how loving they are of dogs .
Brian
And even Nicki’s chickens get hugs; they’re treated like family pets. 😀
I like he waited for the mules to signal they were ready to continue walking after they were grabbing a roadside snack on the wall
This was truly a wonderful video Nicki, those donkeys/ mules are beautiful, well cared for, and managed. Loved how they skipped up and down the steps with experience, carried their load, ( well balanced!!) and nibbled at your plants!! Truly gorgeous, thank you for sharing old traditional Italian customs.🥀
I loved the fact the guy with the mules stood and waited while they had a rest and a snack. The mules looked well looked after and content in their work. X
Thanks Nicki, as long as the animals are treated well I don't see a problem with using the Mules or any work animals for the job! Today's video is a very interesting perspective on one aspect of life in Positano with all of the stairs! Aloha nui/Much love to u all!
The Mules are an historic part of Mediterranean life, prominent in Greece and Italy in mountainous coastal regions, going back thousands of years. The Mules that delivered your pellets appear well cared for, securely harnessed to spread the load and well nutriated
( from your garden, not least) and after all they have been specifically
bred with this purpose mind, as they are ideally suited to narrow paths and the rocky, sloped terrain of the region, nevertheless your sensitivity and care to their well-being speaks highly of your evidently kind heart and I do hope others appreciate your obvious concern and thoughtfulness.
I loved this episode. The mules look incredibly healthy and well loved. They rested, were admired, and they did their job beautifully. We were commenting on the wholesome life you live there. Very moved by the bells and the respect they conveyed. Your life is beautiful - steps, garden, family and mules! All gorgeous. And it’s this kind of honest life that afforded your father in law’s uncle a long and fulfilling 95 years. Bless. Xxx
Honestly, the mules aren't any different than your chickens. They have a job and they're well taken care of.
What's the saying?: when it comes to breakfast ham and eggs, the chicken is involved, but the pig is committed. 😁
Great comment!!! ❤️
How do you know ?
That's it yeah
Who says they don’t enjoy the diversion? 🐴
We used pellets when we lived in the US. They are wonderful, also did all that stacking!! My husband thinks you should install a plank to your basement for your safety! The mules were treated humanely and I think a lot of people forget that animals also enjoy a change of pace and sometimes that involves working! Look at Australian shepherds and Huskies!
Ι live in Greece and many places have the same problems .... We love animals ...we love life ....we love people too !!! Thank you Nicki for your video !!!!
I found this fascinating, those mules you can clearly see they are very healthy and much needed in your part of the world, thank you for sharing
The mules didn't look as though they minded. One of them was batting his eye lashes at the camera and looking chuffed.
Any person that is “disgusted” with you, is not considering the complete picture. Thanks for sharing your Positano life and experience with me.
This!
Mules, camels, lamas are all pack animals that were made with the purpose of helping us. The mules looked well cared for. Their harness and carry buckets were well made and there was plenty of felt between them and the harness. Nicki, you're a good egg for moving all those bags of pellets before help arrived!
were made. theists! sigh
Lol, Holly is so funny hiding like that! I do love when her and the cat walk everywhere together.
No apology needed! This is what they were bred for and their job and look very well cared for! The stay fit and mentally stimulated! Enjoyed this vlog very much!
You can see that those mules are very well cared for, healthy and don’t appear stressed. Thank you sharing,as always, the way of life in a beautiful part of the world.
That was a fascinating glimpse into the practicalities of living in Positano... thank you for sharing.
As a kid we would go to my mother's land, and they didn't have any water pipes in their house, so they would use mules to go get water and bring it to the house. There is no road, it's all sand and bricks. I always felt bad for the animals, but when I got older I understand that's how they're living.
It's their live, like how they wouldn't understand how we're living. Much love, again, such underrated channel ❤💙💖♥💓💛❤💙💖♥💓💛❤💙💖♥💓💛❤💙💖♥💓💛❤💙💖
We also use mules in the mountain communities in Southern California were there is limited roads.
In Mexico we use mules as well. They are very well cared for and actually love their jobs. Positano mules look happy and healthy, no need for an explanation. But the fact that you felt the need to offer one shows your beautiful character.
I'm an avid animal lover. This is the purpose of mules, I'd Much prefer they were all doing this, rather than carrying tourists up steps because they can't be bothered to walk ❤️
Ver well said!
If you ask me, as a tourist, you go traveling so that you can walk. unless the distance is way to big, and a car is needed. In which case, you wouldn't use an animal, unless for a weird reason you traveled back in time, or there's no road on which a car can safely ride on.
These are just my 2 uninformed cents, please forgive my ignorance.
@@sapphirecamui6447 Google tourists on mules. It'll break your heart 💔
100% agreed. Plus in this case each mule had only 45kg. Tourists (especially from one particular country which shall remain unnamed...) weigh more like 100kg or more.
Yes, after a mule trip down to the bottom of the Grand Canyon lots of people say walking would have been easier. LOL but the mules are needed to transport supplies.
God bless you Nicki, condolences for your loss. Where I live in the Kenyan tea highlands we use donkeys to ferry water, firewood, charcoal, and so much more. Our culture considers them sacred animals, and anyone who hurts a donkey is liable to prosecution and the "curse" of the elders. As long as they're taken care of well, there is no problem. Animals help a great deal in rural areas.
My condolences to the family of Carlo's great uncle. 95 is an impressive age! Thank you for the explanation at the beginning of the video, even though I've seen the last pellet delivery a couple years ago, I felt it was very respectful and very helpful for new viewers. I did feel really bad for you that you kept apologizing, I know how you must struggle with this necessity. I know what the cold with damp is like and it causes many respiratory illnesses in children here in NZ, as many of our houses are insufficiently insulated and expensive to heat. Thanks for another wonderful video! ❤
It is so important to know how things are done in other parts of the world-thank you for sharing so thoughtfully!
I live in the mountains of Western North Carolina and many people still use mules for work. They love their animals and treat them well, but animals and people both work.
I thought that this was a perfect video to show how tough life can be in a place many of consider to be paradise.
My husband and I always say how hard everyone works -- making wine and cheese, raising animals, and maintain a garden that is like a mini farm.
I love that you deliver on your promise to show us what it's really like to live on the Amalfi coast.
I did feel bad for Holly. She was clearly wanting to be mummy's girl that day! The faces she was pulling! She is too cute!
Yes Nicki the mules do look healthy and well looked after, and seemed quite laid back as if to say, yes Nicki no worries we have done all this before, there was no drama and no shouting at the mules, well done them. xxx
those mules look well looked after - no need for apologies
Just what I was going to say. They have good feet & bright eyes and their harness looks as comfortable as possible.
The Mules Are A Working Animal 🦓 Looking Fit Food Water 💦 What Happens When You Get To Old? You Would Have To Move Home 🏠
Everyone agrees... mules are beasts of burden. God made everything for a purpose. They probably love their job!!!
Why do you worry so much. They can all click off and watch something else. I enjoy your videos and stand by you 👍🏼🇯🇲
Another smart and awesome fan!
It is important to be “at Least” aware of how others live. It brings understanding and community. Love your channel. Thank you so much
Thank goodness for notifications, I was just watching your old videos when I saw a new video pop up! I do thank you for showing this as it opens people's eyes to a different way of living, it's nice to know the mules are replaced through the process.
I always wondered how those big deliveries were done
I think you are doing the best you can given the circumstances, so don't blame yourself. you are doing great!
Wow, great to see this, love how you are being honest about these things, no need to apologize!
I was more concerned about your back than the mules carrying the loads down the steps.
I know you might not believe this but your really difficult work has really cheered me up
Its a beautiful place with more importantly beautiful (inside and outside) people who care
That alone is cheerful
Hi, I'm Carlo, thank you!
Thanks Carlo your camerawork is absolutely amazing
I'm a bit in awe of your talent actually but I like the way you love your family if I may say
Well...you do live in pasta land (example...lunch), it makes sense everyone gets a robust workout, Nicki, mules, drovers, Nicola, Luca and Sky. I grew up on a farm and we produced food for humans, can you imagine the level of hunger if humans never used beasts of burden. We loved our animals and gave them better medical care than we did ourselves. They were content, well feed, well housed and well looked after animals who had a lot of free time to roam and graze and take lazy naps. We lived in harmony as we took care of them and they took care of us. So sorry you had to justify this to the extent that you did. Love to all.
I don't think you owe anyone apologies. Work animals have helped humans build civilization for thousands of years - they have been bred for exactly that.
I just found your channel last week and watching it in a marathon. Love it!
I'm glad that you were concerned about how others would feel. They look very content and well cared for! Most animals enjoy doing what they were created to do.
I can see the need for using the mules in your situation. They were well cared for and not abused in anyway that I could see . You have no reason to have to justify this to others . Have a blessed week , love from the USA 🇺🇸 💗
I’m an animal lover too, and I think that having a job gives an animal a sense of purpose. Even house pets view their walks as a job and I think they are happier in general for it. The mules looked calm and healthy. So interesting to see your life in Positano. I found your channel in April 2020, and Wednesday and Sunday are a bright spot in my week XOXO
As long as they are treated well, not overworked, seem happy, and not slaughtered when they're not fit for 'purpose' any more.
Carlo picked a good day to go to work. Those bags looked heavy.
The next time someone gives you grief about using well cared for animals to do your heavy lifting just ask them to meet you 450 steps above your house and let them carry the pellets downstairs to your home.
The next time you know you will need the mules to deliver pellets, you should plant them a little garden just for them. :-) A few pots of lettuce and kale or other yummy goodies!
It is what it is and has to be done in the most effective way.
You’re so good at putting videos together, the music, pace and editing.
Don't worry about anything they are really very very well treated and the weights are not too much
Everyday can’t be a pretty walk. Thank you for sharing reality and the beauty of living in Positano ❤️🇺🇸
My goodness, she was right when she says they eat everything. Right at the entrance, they were having a snack! 🤣 Don't feel bad about using mules. The Lord put these animals on the earth to help us.
Handy for tidying up the weeds 😄
@@LaReynedEpee I did think those 500 steps would be well weeded after they'd delivered all the bags of pellets
Yes
Exactly why God made them!
@@AP-iy9ho well maybe you’d know...takes one to know one😉
I love how authentic you and your family are!
Nikki you are showing us another way of living. If someone doesn’t understand it you don’t have to explain! Love the channel!
In all the small mountain towns in Italy like my parents town in Lazio, years ago they had to use donkeys and mules. I rode and walked with them, they are fantastic animals. They were taken care of especially well like people do today with cars. They were nesessary to do a lot of tasks that tractors and trucks do today. But even today as in Nicki's case, only mules and donkeys can get to certain areas. There is no reason for Nicki to excuse their use, like dog sleds in Alaska, and many other examples.
I wish I was there, going back to my roots as a mountain farmer and managing olive groves.
I work with miles 5 days a week , for the tourist in New Orleans on the Carrages industry! They are bred to work this doesn’t hurt them at all they can 3 times their weight! They are very smart sure footed and strong !!! Love mules!
Someone has probably mentioned this but wouldn’t it be a good idea to have a slide down to the basement?
No problem Nikki... Mules were bred for this work. God has a plan for every creature. They are well taken care of and are very appreciated.
When my grandpa homesteaded his land over 120 years ago he used his horses to pull the flatbed full of rocks that were cleared off the land and to pull the plow. Condolences to your family on your loss. Thanks so much for another beautiful video Nicki, hugs from Canada.
Fascinating. Honestly, when that view is involved, that incredible view of glorious sea and sky, doesn't it somehow take the edge off of hard work? How could you ever leave such a paradise? I would not. I don't care how many steps or how old I am. Haha! Beautiful!!
I enjoyed watching and learning what this “simple” fact of life is like for you. Thank you for sharing with us. I’ve meant to tell you that I love the area of stone and clover you’ve designed. Just gorgeous! You are a very kind hearted person.
Animals love to work, it gives them a good feeling of worth.
AMAZING!!! Nicki!! No need to apologise!! That's
how my Grandma use to do it in Puerto Rico.
This is so beautiful. You are not hurting the donkeys!
I love watching your videos. It makes my day everytime !! Love you and your
I understand where you are coming from as the Allied forces found out during the battle for Cassino during the second World War when the best mobalized army was unable to move in the terrine and they had to get 15,000 mules to move supplies or fail..regards from Ireland
Hi Nikki! You are such a wonderful wife and mother! Carlo is lucky to have you, and you him! You guys are the perfect example of how a couple supports and helps each other through life. It’s what love is all about and you set a good example for Skye! I never miss any of your videos and I feel like I know all of you! One day I will bump into you in Positano if this COVID virus is finally put to rest!
No need for apology…although your thoughtfulness is part of your beauty. Your videos bring me much joy and broaden my spectrum of belief that dreams come true. Blessings to you and yours. Thanks for sharing your lives with us. 🌸💚🌸💚🌸💚🌸💚🌸
As long as the mules are treated well,and rotated and rested.
Mules are hardy animals ;so they would be more then capable of doing the job as long as they are healthy animals.
Love those mules. I still miss the milkman's horse from my childhood - I think he knew the round better than the milkman. :-)
As someone who grew up with animals I understand the love for them but realize they have a job to do. I appreciate this video and the culture of your country. I love the community help... Clearwater Florida 🇺🇲
It’s so nice to see your love for each other. You are great dad, and you have wonderful children, respectful, interested in life, not spoiled. Good job!
I love how your brother-in-law totally skipped out of helping you move the heavy bags🤣🤣
Hey man, he is super farmer...he can disappear and rest! lol
Yes
He was handling those bags like they were cotton candy.
You dont need to makes excuses for something these animals were created to do....work hard. Adore your whole world. You are the one person who seems to really make my day in here. You and Carlo were meant for one another. Stay happy!!. From California....PEACE.
Aw, they look like they are very well taken care of and they are very sweet animals. I understand why some people will be upset though. But animals are sometimes used for work, that's how it is. Horses and oxen are still used in agricultural fields. Police departments have K9 officers and people have support animals or seeing-eye dogs. It's how they're treated and cared for that matters most. These mules look healthy and honestly, 60 kgs isn't a heavy load for a mule, so they're not being overworked. They took their time, stopped for snacks, they're fiiiiiiine.
Hi Nikki my husband and enjoyed your vlog as always . The mules were doing a job and there were plenty of them to share the task at hand . It was interesting to watch and no need for you to feel they way you did. The mule owners were very respectful of their mules . Ciao 🇦🇺🙋♀️
Thank you for sharing! It's important that people see the advantages and disadvantages of living there, but I think the pros far outweigh the cons.
I'm an animal lover as well, I grew up on a farm and those mules look well taken care of. Don't fret about people who don't understand why you have to do things this way.
Unrelated question... What do you like to read? 😁 I like fantasy, romance and sci-fi.
It’s interesting to see that Holly consider Nicki as her alpha although it was Carlo that found her.
It’s back breaking to carry those bags down to the basement. I would just roll them down the planks to the basement 😂. You are incredibly strong, Nicki 💕
Hi, I'm Carlo, thank you, the fact is that usually it's Nicki who feeds Holly, and that should explain who is most important to her ...!
You have no choice but to use the mules I understand. They are well looked after and they look healthy. Take care...Blessings to you and your lovely family from Lynn in Rhode Island...😘💝
I don’t think you need to apologize for what is needed to keep your family warm in the winter... we who live in the US are so spoiled.... love watching you all.. have a great day❤️
do you think about that mules have families?
There is no need to apologize. We have use mules in the US and other countries. They look well cared for and seem to be enjoying their job. Thank u for sharing.
Sad that you need to justify yourself about the mules, we live in a ridiculous world of political correctness with permanently outraged people.
Yes, and indoctrinated people who have not been taught a real history of mankind
True.
Thank you for sharing such rare and informative videos of your life and the lives of others so rich in culture showing how life changes yet remains the same the simplicity of the old world ways so beautifully blended with the new simply amazing thank you
I'm sorry but, why are you apologizing for the use of mules? As long as the animal is treated humanely, where is the problem? Mules have been used for centuries by many cultures to move society forward! This is life! Love the puppy, your abundant garden and family ❤🤍💚 No apologies!
Thank you Nikki for sharing a very necessary way of life to assist with getting difficult and heavy loads down to your home, so that your able to have some form of heating to your home. I understand what you meant about the wintertime and living up a mountainside which is open to all the elements. I didn’t feel bad about the donkeys working they are part of a essential team that’s able to get the job done. Sometimes animals are needed due to the area and physical loads. They were very relaxed and enjoying the snacks 🥬 of the garden along the way. Happy and well looked after animals. If I had to manage all of those 500 stairs up and down a mountain every day with groceries etc. I don’t know how I would do....It’s not a easy lifestyle due to the location but that view is so worth it.
Nikki you show us your sincerity and honesty. You love the animals, but don’t feel bad those donkeys are loved and rewarded for their efforts with someone to look after them. You and your family are a pleasure to watch. I enjoy all of your vlogs about your home life and the🪴 gardens. My condolences to You, Carlos, Sky and the rest of the family at this sad and difficult time.
Thank you for showing us how you manage getting big items up the steps. The mules look well cared for. I love watching your channel and learning how you live life on the Amalfi Coast. Thank you for sharing. Much love to you.
I'm a huge animal lover but I must say if they can walk and eat while carrying 120lbs, they are FINE.
It is sad that you feel the need to explain the old traditions. I would imagine that the mules have been used for thousands of years there. You go girl👏❤
Yes, it is sad...
Sad but understandable. Have you seen some of the comments?
@@quacasualwomen Yes, I am looking at them closely and wondering if I should actually remove all the ones that talk about animal cruelty. This channel is about people living in Italy, comments should not be political or about causes. There are plenty of channels about those things. This is a reality, feel good channel.
@@FaithofMelchizedek All comments are positive and supportive?
@@johnnyfrisco5354 95%, some people don't know how easy their life is and want to point fingers at other's way of life. Some want to bad talk the family. There are a few of us that Nicki has asked to look over the comments, so she doesn't have to get hurt by trolls...I am honored to be one of them.
I TOTALLY understand why you need mules! it's great that they can help people survive in this region of Italy for so many generations. I think you got a huge work out Nicki! Well done. YAY for HEAT!!!
Mules are born to work it makes them happy