It must be tough for you at the moment Kevin, but believe me your vlogs are helping hundreds of people through this situation. Please keep them coming. I used to go fishing in the canal at Garstang when I was a nipper, you’ve unlocked some happy memories! Good luck to you! 👍
Kevin you are an absolute legend. Another video ASAP please, even if it a just walking around the block 10 times. You keep many of us sane during these difficult times. Light at the end of the tunnel now though 👍🏻
I absolutely endorse your thoughts on self care. Feeding your mind and emotions on media, particularly legacy "news" sources, is like taking poison, in my view. A couple of brisk walks per day as well as healthy and creative cookery are doing wonders for me, Kevin. You are not the first person I've heard speak of the benefits of Turmeric of late. I will look into that. Thanks for the tip! I know words are cheap, but many of us are grateful that you continue to share your life with us. Bless you, Kevin.
I will have to look into tumeric. It will definitely be better for me than the (many, many) packets of Lidl Chocolate hob nobs that I have been using.....
Thank you for taking the time to walk us along. We are relatively normal in TX and it’s still hard living alone. I noticed today my gray hair has tripled in the last two weeks. Your videos are a bright spot. Hang in there, you are much appreciated.
@@CountryHouseGent I saw your video of when you got beat up ,I hope your well and ok it was quite moving, you have a similar story to mine I've been through a divorce it destroyed me and am looking forward to buying my narrow boat, I hope you don't let theses morons destroy the rest of your life by holding fear ,there are still alot of lovely people out there like yourself. Stay safe and enjoy your lovely life living on the canals.
Kevin becomes a friend through these wonderful vids. He exhibits such authenticity and courage as he takes on these challenges. He’s brought such beauty and joy in an ugly pandemic. Would also like to know he is doing well.
Thanks for taking us out on a walk with you. Looking forward to seeing you on Aslan again when things thaw. Your tips on staying well through the current times are most appreciated and helpful.
My mom and I appreciate you and we enjoy your vlogs. We still have hope that this virus will end and much better days ahead. This verse has lifted our spirits Psalm 27:13 Just wanted to share it with you. "I would have fainted unless I had Believed that I would See the Goodness of the Lord in the land of the Living."
There once was a Country House Gent A-cruising on Aslan he went Though maximum power Was three miles an hour He conquered the Ribble and Trent! And bonus CHG haiku: Our Country House Gent Narrowboat storyteller The first and the best
Kevin, you have been on my mind of late! I check often to see if there's any news of how you are, and what you're up to! I'm sure I speak not only for myself, but for many of us, when I say that we would all love to hear from you. Nothing spectacular, just a quick note to let us all know that you're still doing alright! It is a constant battle right now, to keep our spirits up, and do things that keep us healthy. Hope you're just taking lots of walks, talking to close friends and family, and still paying such great attention to your diet! Give us a shout, eh? (Even if it's just to tell me to mind my own business!) a concerned follower in California
Cheers Kevin. Just wanted you to know that you bring a smile to my family and my face. You have more support than what you realize. You are a gem and are very appreciated. Your friends from Indiana.
Sorry about your wife not being there with you. Many of us are living it. You are showing people to keep their chins up and carry on forward. Kudos to you. You are not alone!
I'm so very thankful I'm in Texas. As stated by another poster, we are still living mostly normal here, even in late November 2021. I so appreciate your videos because I'm very drawn to your country but know I'll never make it in person. The cities don't interest me but the beautiful countryside and villages certainly do! Thank you for taking us around England on the canals.
You are a shining light kev, thank you and Aslan for helping me and my misses through this terrible time ! You have shown us how beautiful our country is with the chug of aslan and it is soul soothing ❤ os. I haven't watched your new stuff yet, I am rewatching your series on prime 👍 those were the days ay ❤ wish you love and light !
Oh God I stopped looking in the mirror 10 years ago.... stopped looking up at people faces 10 years ago, just keep your head down and look at your footing. Always the best advice.. you are not missing anything good.
God bless you. I just discovered your show on Amazon Prime. I want to thank you. Absolutely incredible show. Be safe. What a great prospective on life. I never heard of narrow boats or the awesome canals you travel. Just unbelievable. One more thing, your cooking is awesome.
I know it's tough Kevin, but just know that your videos are not only encouraging but also interesting. Love seeing different countryside since travel is nearly impossible. So what may seem mundane to you there is calming to watch here in the US. And you remind us to keep up our good habits & avoid bad ones. Thanks for brightening my day!
My daughter and I made a list of everything we CAN do to take the focus off all the things we can't Lots of simple pleasures aside from walking (which is itself the simplest of pleasures) Reading,resting, eating, sleeping,doing yoga, watching escapist TV, learning about nature.. the list is as long as you can make it cos,for all the shitshow we're experiencing life itself IS a gift I can't bubble with another house cos my kid goes between parents in 2 households already but you could..just to get through to spring in decent mental health Thanks for the videos x
Great to see you again on You Tube. I can't wait to see you and Aslan tearing up the canals again and cooking great food. I've been locked down since 9/3 as I am one of the vulnerable. Don't keep looking in the mirror pulling faces it might become a habit. If you have any questionable baking situations send me an e-mail. Hoping for a return to normality sooner than later. Keep safe.
Stay positive. I'm a very positive person and I've had it with politics and covid. I'm tired of sitting in my house . Sick of reading and TV. I want this mess to be over! Thank you. I feel better. And I keep my tumeric next to my salt and pepper shakers. Thanks for the health tips. Keep posting.
Hi Kevin from NY! Thank you for sharing your self care tips with all of us who greatly miss our quiet freedom. It reminds us that we aren’t the only ones struggling and we can take care of ourselves. Everything you mentioned is spot on. Something I have done during tough times is create, make, play music. It helps to keep my mind healthy. Thanks again CHG
Hi Kev you are keeping my state of mind up, before prostate cancer I had a little very old Hurley 22 yacht which is now long gone. Well even though your waters are fresh were as I was salty I don’t mind you are still a voyager to me my friend, take care.
I can't thank you enough for sharing your experiences on your narrowboat! This was the first time I had ever heard of or seen narrowboats or the canals of the UK. My quick business trips to the UK have only included London. I found you on Prime and your episodes literally got me through the past year. Just before going to sleep, I would watch you and Aslan travel through the countryside and forget about the stress of the pandemic for a few minutes each day. Thank you for keeping me sane and opening my eyes to narrowboating! I now spend my days daydreaming about when it will be safe to travel from New England to England and spend a week in a narrowboat hotel.
Love your blog, even your narrow boat life with some greener grass envy, your strength and life look about things have given me inspiration in my life and with God. Thanks "Another Kevin"
You're very welcome Lance. I'd say many of us are suffering a crisis of faith at the moment in our own unique ways and it's always a huge compliment to hear that my 'work' is providing much needed comfort and inspiration. Cheers again and best wishes.
Thanks for posting - have got a static caravan North of Garstang and reminds me of where I would love to be but unfortunately not - good to see the sights I know well - please keep it up you’re in the right place 👍
Keep it up, Kevin. Yours was the first vlog on narrowboat life I saw and it has led to us eschewing life on land for a life on the canal system. Your views are spot on, in an era where speaking the truth is considered a cause for 'cancellation'. But truth telling is the only hope for our nation's future. Take care, mate.
Keep walking Kevin. I turned 70 a few weeks ago and I’m doing 10,000 steps a day.My wife and I also won the Vaccine sweepstakes and got the Moderna shot on January 29th through sheer luck. Second dose on Feb. 26. Looking forward to season 7 . I watch and rewatch your earlier seasons. I find them very calming.
I’m so glad you produced this video. First, I think I like Garston, but more important, It’s a reminder of that particular time, lockdowns, isolation, uncertainty. Good advice on coping. Even now, more thank a year and a half later, I think I’ll go check out the facial expressions. Thanks from California.
Hi Kevin! Hope you are doing well & that you get to cruise again soon. I saw your explanation of why you don't vote before it was removed. Boy, I sure get it. Anyhow, I'm praying for you. May the Lord Jesus bless you with His peace & help you through all of this! Personally, I have to keep my hope in Him these days to stay centered. Keep smiling in the mirror. You were right, it Does help.
Kevin , I just had to tell you how much your blog this weeks has helped me. I have always been a , glass is half full person, love to laugh, positive person. But the last to weeks has taken me down a dark path. I have been quarantined by myself for the last month. My precious older sister passed away Thursday by herself from COVID , my granddaughter is recovering from this plague and on top of it all, my partner’s son starts very intense treatment for inoperable brain cancer. And the hits keep on coming. I have been doing most of the things that you were talking about to help fight with his loneliness and depression but I guess I need to up my game. Putting my shoes on and taking a long walk. What you are doing is a life line for a lot of people. Thank you so much. God bless you.
Hi CHG. I'm glad I'm not the only guy who was staring at 50 and thought "this is really it?". I've thoroughly enjoyed your vids - they've been a vicarious treat during this dull winter, and I sort of understand (perhaps) where you were coming from in the beginning. Keep cooking and cruising, once they finally loosen the chains again. Just gotta get to the longer days when it warms up. We're all rooting for you.
Thanks for taking us on a nice winter’s walk Kevin. I’m so pleased to see you looking so well and that you’re being mindful of your health and well-being. Your diet sounds really healthy. You gave some good advice to help keep the spirits up. I remember the video you did about the big grin in the mirror! Keep on sharing your walks with us and I look forward to your next video. By the way, I quite liked the beard! Cheers to you my dear. 🤗
Hi Kevin. Just finished Travels by Narrowboat on Amazon. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed your films. We're all living vicariously at the moment, and your travels on Aslan have been a high point during lockdown. Hope you are staying well and keeping your spirits up. Don't let the rascals get you down!
Hi Kevin Thanks for entertaining us in a rough time. Keep being so positive while under lockdown and in winter. It helps us all cheer up a bit. Best wishes for early spring
Glad to see you back. Helpful to watch something, late looke good. All he narrow boat vids are better than anything in U.S. would rather be in uk lock down, than here.
Lockdowns are not good anywhere so please respect what the guy's feelings are. We are not on FB‐which I canceled an hour ago because I am tired of negative people and Kevin is always positive and tries to lift people up not down.. He is such a breath of fresh air and I'm so glad his video popped up tonight. We are fortunate to be in Florida where we basically have no lockdowns except those we put on ourselves. We love Kevin's videos and enjoyed every single minute of the first 4 seasons. My only complaints are my husband expects me to cook the yummy meals that Kevin cooks and we had Travels by Narrowboat withdrawals for weeks. We love you Kevin!!! Come visit us anytime and we'll cruise the Intercoastal Waterway and maybe end up in Key West!! Kim and Steven from Englewood, Florida
@@kimsmith5512 I did respect his feelings. If he feels life in the UK is better then he should go. I left the UK 30 years ago and don’t regret one second of my decision. Kevin is a good man living in a political nightmare of a country.
It might be cold, with wind, frost or rain in your northwest of England as is my northwest of the US; yet viewing your latest TH-cam brings warmth and sunlight to this day. It's good to hear from someone that is like a friend. So the beard, may be gone, yet a great try, did one for me, and it too proved too much. Stay active as possible, stay well and how about a cooking or photography class or? Best to you-
Kevin, you introduced me to the narrow boat life through your videos. The meaning of it, and it's impact on your life. I have watched your beginning to date, and love it! Know that your lifestyle on Aslan through the positive and negative side of life have made you a mainstay in many lives. New World Man.
Hey Kevin, over in America. I found your videos on Amazon Prime. Never knew about Narrow boats and the canals. Absolutely incredible. Ordered a tea pot and started drinking hot tea. Actually looking at making a life change myself after watching your show. Slow down and drink tea. Be safe and thank you.
Thanks for the virtual walk around Garstang, Kevin, brought back some great memories. My parents used to live there, just at the edge of those fields by the flood lock at the end there! Cheers!
I’ve been watching your journey’s on Amazon for a few weeks now and they have really brightened my days. It is tough for everyone right now- and this particular journey into your life was really heartfelt. I want to let you know how appreciated you are-your videos-are a joy to watch-while taking us not just on a physical journey, but inviting us somewhat into your life. Take care & Thank you Kevin!
Thank You Country House Gent for not only today of your Jan 15 2021 vlog, but also all of your vlogs that helped me through planet earth's covid 19 hard times. I invite you into my life, and it has been better because of your comfort into my life. Also, I have learned about how to be happy with our daily comforts, here in our own abodes.
Just started watching the first few seasons on Amazon. Thoroughly enjoying the canal perspectives. Glad to see you're still at it, and awake to the wickedness afoot. Keep striding 🙏👍
Thank you CHG my wife and I look forward to your video's. With all the crazy stuff over here in the states. Its good to here intelligent words of looking at things brightly.
Thanks again Kevin. Lovely lockdown tour. Good to see you trying to keep a balance. Sometimes if we fake it , it carries us til we really can make it. Thanks for helping all us armchair sailors. Stay well , keep keeping it real. M
Kevin, hello from Washington state in USA. I discovered your videos on Amazon Prime, great that I can binge watch stringing videos along one after the other. What an adventurer you are. I've been boating on canals in France which was great fun operating the locks myself. Keep up the videos, I love watching.
Kevin, Thanks for letting us come along on your walk and listening to your thoughts, Some paths are like life where we don't know where they go and sometimes we need to turn around and find another way. Walking the paths of life is usually better than just standing still which is sometimes okay because we need a break before we continue on. But on we must go. Hang in there.
I just got done watching all of your seasons on Amazon Prime and enjoyed it immensely; thank you again for taking us along with you on your travels. It's just my personal impression, but you seem to be of much better outlook and disposition than you were when you first set out aboard Aslan even with all of the current challenging circumstances. Keep the faith and hang tough as we say here in the states. Best wishes!
Hi Kevin! Thanks for that reminder! I am here in Pennsylvania in the US where the country is burning down. I’ve been getting my groceries delivered since before Christmas as it just doesn’t seem safe enough to go out anymore. For a while there the cases were down around 50 per day in our county but since November they have been in the 350-500 per day positive test range. Still everyone seems to be out and about. I just don’t know. I am hoping the vaccine gets to me before COVID does. My mom is 94 and had COVID in the beginning of December and was asymptomatic! I’m hoping that once Trump gets out of there we can get something done on many fronts. Been hard to avoid the media the last week or so with the attack on the Capitol and the aftermath. Well keep your chin up, hope this Spring brings hope and better things for you all there in the UK and for us here in the US too. Thanks for the inspirational words, it really is helpful.
Brilliant allegory. A frozen land, in stasis. But signs of life are present. Unlike Winston, you remain rational. You screw you face up & continue to move through the world with purpose. Just like the Wyre. Stay sharp. And thank you for this latest chapter.
Unrelated but I can't help myself. Whenever I hear "Garstang" I think "Garstang! GAAaarr-stang! A good woody quality to it. Bound ... Vole ... Recidivist ... Kerrang!"
Kevin, I started watching your series on Amazon Prime a few days ago. I started with the launching of Aslan and into season three. I am enjoying the series very much. Thank you for the view of England that very few Americans have ever seen. I was stationed in Germany in the '70s and 80's which afforded me the opportunity to see England and I and my Lady-Wife made several trips but we did not see the parts that you show. Thank You.
I very much like to thank you for your series it has provided something of a mental release as I had covid I was hospitalised and things where very bad and continue to be so as I very slowly hopefully recover I am truly grateful to have this to just feel that there is a world outside my door thank you
Thank you for bringing us on your peaceful walkabout. As someone who has suffered severe anxiety the past several months (being treated), this brought me some comfort like walking with a friend. I’ve been watching your videos a while, and growing up in the US (ugh it’s a crappy thing right now), I never knew about the canals. Now someday, I’d love to see where you live! One of my best friends here grew up in the UK and she & her hubby have done narrowboat vacations. So lovely. Stay well.
Nice to see you battling back, Kevin. What is likeable about your videos besides your little commentaries, is just seeing the countryside, towns and buildings. My perspective (via Hawaii and USA), your country is very beautiful. I enjoy your stories and the background you walk and narrowboat through. Keep fighting the good fight. We will click. Unfortunate you are not on Amazon, but you'll find another platform. This travels by walking episode was cool. Best wishes to you and the UK.
Hey Kevin, Quiet on my boat too and a long ways from home. I've got an old Samsung TL34HD that I'm going to take out and do a little candid work in black & white Hope you're still poking around with your stuff too.
Much appreciated thank you and thanks to you for watching. I never imagined the series and the videos on TH-cam would be a source of comfort to so many during these unexpected times. Cheers,
@@CountryHouseGent yes, we here in our household truly enjoy your videos as they do add a boost to our spirits in these crazy times. Don't ever give up hope, keep your focus on the future when we can all return to lives where we can go about our business freely in this world. Take care and we hope to see you soon!
Country House Legend aka Kevin. Not seen a new uplifting video for a while, had to resort to watching other canal cruisers 🤢 haha. I hope you're well and keeping yourself busy. I'm looking forward to your next installment as and when that may be. Don't be a stranger matey. See you and Aslan soon. Aisty.
Kevin, I’m really only keeping my Amazon Prime membership for your show. At the moment Amazon as well as a couple of other devious media companies have silenced half of America. If I’m not mistaken you’re having similar issues in the UK. You’re very smart to control what you can... diet, exercise and your mind! Stay calm and carry on. I look forward to seeing your Vlogs. Just know we’re all in this together. Hopefully you and Aslan will be off shortly on new adventures! -Nancy
You sound great and look great also 😊Its very interesting to see the towns and country side from your foot paths .You have such a great eye for photography, the scenery you video is beautiful 💕stay safe keep smiling .
Many thanks for all of your video's, we found you again on You Tube after enjoying all of your Canal videos over the last few years. Like you all our plans for last year went down the pan, but i used the time well in many others ways, mostly good days, but have the odd dark one, which under the circumstances is not surprising. Anyhow, you look after yourself, and if you ever pass my way on your motorbike the kettle is always on.
I know what you mean about stress I had to stop counting my gray hairs, to many now. I found if I am thankful of everyday things. When I take a shower I'm thankful for hot clean water, I get in bed I'm thankful it's not a cardboard box. This might sound silly but it helps me. Have a great day.
Ahhh CHG, it's hard to imagine a more top bloke. If I wasn't in my 30s I'd be campaigning for you to adopt me and teach me the ways of the master. Great vlog as always, and wise words indeed, much appreciated. CHG for PM!
Thank you so much for this lovely walkabout and the great advice! So badly needed! Turning off the news is so important and find it sad to know it is true there as well as here (USA). I am blessed to live in Florida, but it is still difficult to keep the spirits up!
Really Pleased to see you wearing the Sunflower Lanyard. I have been a bit more accepted in social situations since I have had mine. Me and husband have also made similar diet. Glad you are finding ways to stay 'Sane' your video really helped us so thank you for posting it and hope that lockdown eases soon. It's not a pleasant time for Many of us. But little things like your video help alot. So thanks for putting this video together for all of us to view.
Mr. Gent, thanks for the wonderful walk. I am a 68 year old lady with asthma and here in Tucson we have to wear that diaper over our face even outside. Twice I have been yelled at by small minded people, have to control myself to not hit them with my cane lol. Yes, my blind mother has been in lockdown at her assisted living place for six months. I call her every day just to keep her ok. Mr Gent, keep it up, we enjoy having our coffee with you and be safe
I absolutely love the series. I’m having to isolate at the moment but it has given me a chance to watch the entire series again.so not all bad 👍😀. Stay safe.
You are the only reason I haven't cancelled my Amazon Prime yet after all the political hoopla in the states. I hope that brings some sunshine into your gloomy day Kevin!
Hi Kevin,spot on with your survival tips,especially ignore the MSM.Can I just add,cycling,which for me has been a taste of freedom and good for stress relief.
It must be tough for you at the moment Kevin, but believe me your vlogs are helping hundreds of people through this situation. Please keep them coming.
I used to go fishing in the canal at Garstang when I was a nipper, you’ve unlocked some happy memories! Good luck to you! 👍
Totally agree
Totally agree...Kevin is cheering thousands...a thousand smiles to the CHG.
Agree. You help us escape and feel good about life. Keep them coming. We very much appreciate the moments shared.
Kevin you are an absolute legend. Another video ASAP please, even if it a just walking around the block 10 times. You keep many of us sane during these difficult times. Light at the end of the tunnel now though 👍🏻
Kevin, you bring a "smile" to our faces. Bless you.
I absolutely endorse your thoughts on self care. Feeding your mind and emotions on media, particularly legacy "news" sources, is like taking poison, in my view. A couple of brisk walks per day as well as healthy and creative cookery are doing wonders for me, Kevin. You are not the first person I've heard speak of the benefits of Turmeric of late. I will look into that. Thanks for the tip! I know words are cheap, but many of us are grateful that you continue to share your life with us. Bless you, Kevin.
I will have to look into tumeric.
It will definitely be better for me than the (many, many) packets of Lidl Chocolate hob nobs that I have been using.....
Nowt wrong with a hobnob, once in a while. ☺
If they taste like they look, I would have to agree. LOL
Vitamin D3 is important as well, although once back at the tiller you probably get plenty of sunlight.
Thank you for taking the time to walk us along. We are relatively normal in TX and it’s still hard living alone. I noticed today my gray hair has tripled in the last two weeks. Your videos are a bright spot. Hang in there, you are much appreciated.
You’re about as genuine as they get my friend. A breath of fresh air indeed.
I appreciate that Charles. Cheers ☺
@@CountryHouseGent I saw your video of when you got beat up ,I hope your well and ok it was quite moving, you have a similar story to mine I've been through a divorce it destroyed me and am looking forward to buying my narrow boat, I hope you don't let theses morons destroy the rest of your life by holding fear ,there are still alot of lovely people out there like yourself. Stay safe and enjoy your lovely life living on the canals.
Spot on Dean and it's not just the canals. Can't go anywhere you can't reach on foot. 😕
Kevin becomes a friend through these wonderful vids. He exhibits such authenticity and courage as he takes on these challenges. He’s brought such beauty and joy in an ugly pandemic. Would also like to know he is doing well.
You're actually looking quite well. Good plan you have to stay healthy. And yes, this is as diabolical as anything I've experienced.
Kevin, thanks for the walk about really enjoyed myself. One day at a time cause things will get better, cheers, Charlie from Pennsylvania
Thanks Charlie, hope you're keeping well, after your recent bout of unwellness. ☺
I miss you! Just remember, There are those of us that watch you and find you amusing and interesting and so much more.
Thanks for taking us out on a walk with you. Looking forward to seeing you on Aslan again when things thaw. Your tips on staying well through the current times are most appreciated and helpful.
My mom and I appreciate you and we enjoy your vlogs. We still have hope that this virus will end and much better days ahead.
This verse has lifted our spirits Psalm 27:13 Just wanted to share it with you. "I would have fainted unless I had Believed that I would See the Goodness of the Lord in the land of the Living."
“Filmed during my permitted daily exercise period”
If I didn’t know better I would have thought that was a quote from 1984
Did I hear that village church clock strike 13?
And so it is,!
@blueoval250 "Bend and stretch and touch your toes !!"
"Stalag 17"?
Permitted excercise break from studying the "newspeak dictionary" 😅
Hi Kevin,
hope your keeping well and hopefully their is light at the end of the tunnel soon.look forward to an update from you .
There once was a Country House Gent
A-cruising on Aslan he went
Though maximum power
Was three miles an hour
He conquered the Ribble and Trent!
And bonus CHG haiku:
Our Country House Gent
Narrowboat storyteller
The first and the best
Like it. ☺ He's a poet and he don't know it.
Kevin, you have been on my mind of late! I check often to see if there's any news of how you are, and what you're up to! I'm sure I speak not only for myself, but for many of us, when I say that we would all love to hear from you. Nothing spectacular, just a quick note to let us all know that you're still doing alright! It is a constant battle right now, to keep our spirits up, and do things that keep us healthy.
Hope you're just taking lots of walks, talking to close friends and family, and still paying such great attention to your diet! Give us a shout, eh? (Even if it's just to tell me to mind my own business!) a concerned follower in California
Agree 100%
Cheers Kevin. Just wanted you to know that you bring a smile to my family and my face. You have more support than what you realize. You are a gem and are very appreciated. Your friends from Indiana.
Hey Kevin, hope you're keeping well. Keep positive for better times to come 🙏 look forward to another video in the future ☺️
Sorry about your wife not being there with you. Many of us are living it. You are showing people to keep their chins up and carry on forward. Kudos to you. You are not alone!
I'm so very thankful I'm in Texas. As stated by another poster, we are still living mostly normal here, even in late November 2021. I so appreciate your videos because I'm very drawn to your country but know I'll never make it in person. The cities don't interest me but the beautiful countryside and villages certainly do! Thank you for taking us around England on the canals.
You are a shining light kev, thank you and Aslan for helping me and my misses through this terrible time ! You have shown us how beautiful our country is with the chug of aslan and it is soul soothing ❤ os. I haven't watched your new stuff yet, I am rewatching your series on prime 👍 those were the days ay ❤ wish you love and light !
Oh God I stopped looking in the mirror 10 years ago.... stopped looking up at people faces 10 years ago, just keep your head down and look at your footing. Always the best advice.. you are not missing anything good.
God bless you. I just discovered your show on Amazon Prime. I want to thank you. Absolutely incredible show. Be safe. What a great prospective on life. I never heard of narrow boats or the awesome canals you travel. Just unbelievable. One more thing, your cooking is awesome.
Kevin, where are you? It’s been a long time since your last video and some of us are concerned about your well being. Hope all is well.
I know it's tough Kevin, but just know that your videos are not only encouraging but also interesting. Love seeing different countryside since travel is nearly impossible. So what may seem mundane to you there is calming to watch here in the US. And you remind us to keep up our good habits & avoid bad ones. Thanks for brightening my day!
My daughter and I made a list of everything we CAN do to take the focus off all the things we can't
Lots of simple pleasures aside from walking (which is itself the simplest of pleasures)
Reading,resting, eating, sleeping,doing yoga, watching escapist TV, learning about nature.. the list is as long as you can make it cos,for all the shitshow we're experiencing life itself IS a gift
I can't bubble with another house cos my kid goes between parents in 2 households already but you could..just to get through to spring in decent mental health
Thanks for the videos x
Thanks for checking in Kevin; you really brighten up my day. Stay safe, and stay healthy.
Great to see you again on You Tube. I can't wait to see you and Aslan tearing up the canals again and cooking great food. I've been locked down since 9/3 as I am one of the vulnerable. Don't keep looking in the mirror pulling faces it might become a habit. If you have any questionable baking situations send me an e-mail. Hoping for a return to normality sooner than later. Keep safe.
I'm thankful that you can get out and you share with us. Great content in this episode. God bless you all from Bakersfield California USA.
And from Tucson Arizona USA 😍
Kevin, I hope you don't have too much stress or angst. Your videos bring me peace and calm. Thank you.
Stay positive. I'm a very positive person and I've had it with politics and covid. I'm tired of sitting in my house . Sick of reading and TV. I want this mess to be over! Thank you. I feel better. And I keep my tumeric next to my salt and pepper shakers. Thanks for the health tips. Keep posting.
Hi Kevin from NY! Thank you for sharing your self care tips with all of us who greatly miss our quiet freedom. It reminds us that we aren’t the only ones struggling and we can take care of ourselves. Everything you mentioned is spot on. Something I have done during tough times is create, make, play music. It helps to keep my mind healthy. Thanks again CHG
Best wishes Mary. Yes, noodling on the guitar is a wonderful distraction.
Hi Kev you are keeping my state of mind up, before prostate cancer I had a little very old Hurley 22 yacht which is now long gone. Well even though your waters are fresh were as I was salty I don’t mind you are still a voyager to me my friend, take care.
I can't thank you enough for sharing your experiences on your narrowboat! This was the first time I had ever heard of or seen narrowboats or the canals of the UK. My quick business trips to the UK have only included London.
I found you on Prime and your episodes literally got me through the past year. Just before going to sleep, I would watch you and Aslan travel through the countryside and forget about the stress of the pandemic for a few minutes each day.
Thank you for keeping me sane and opening my eyes to narrowboating! I now spend my days daydreaming about when it will be safe to travel from New England to England and spend a week in a narrowboat hotel.
Love your blog, even your narrow boat life with some greener grass envy, your strength and life look about things have given me inspiration in my life and with God. Thanks "Another Kevin"
You're very welcome Lance. I'd say many of us are suffering a crisis of faith at the moment in our own unique ways and it's always a huge compliment to hear that my 'work' is providing much needed comfort and inspiration. Cheers again and best wishes.
Thanks for posting - have got a static caravan North of Garstang and reminds me of where I would love to be but unfortunately not - good to see the sights I know well - please keep it up you’re in the right place 👍
Stay positive! Thanks for the tips! Looking forward to your biking show in the future! Keep your mind busy learning new things! 😎
Keep it up, Kevin. Yours was the first vlog on narrowboat life I saw and it has led to us eschewing life on land for a life on the canal system. Your views are spot on, in an era where speaking the truth is considered a cause for 'cancellation'. But truth telling is the only hope for our nation's future. Take care, mate.
Keep walking Kevin. I turned 70 a few weeks ago and I’m doing 10,000 steps a day.My wife and I also won the Vaccine sweepstakes and got the Moderna shot on January 29th through sheer luck. Second dose on Feb. 26. Looking forward to season 7 . I watch and rewatch your earlier seasons. I find them very calming.
I’m so glad you produced this video. First, I think I like Garston, but more important, It’s a reminder of that particular time, lockdowns, isolation, uncertainty. Good advice on coping. Even now, more thank a year and a half later, I think I’ll go check out the facial expressions. Thanks from California.
Hi Juanita. Yes they were crazy times and I'd say many cases of PTSD to materialise.
I have come to enjoy your humor and snarky disposition. Cant wait to hear from you again. Take care.
A good rant is great for the Mind- Keep them coming
Hi Kevin! Hope you are doing well & that you get to cruise again soon. I saw your explanation of why you don't vote before it was removed. Boy, I sure get it. Anyhow, I'm praying for you. May the Lord Jesus bless you with His peace & help you through all of this! Personally, I have to keep my hope in Him these days to stay centered. Keep smiling in the mirror. You were right, it Does help.
Kevin , I just had to tell you how much your blog this weeks has helped me. I have always been a , glass is half full person, love to laugh, positive person. But the last to weeks has taken me down a dark path. I have been quarantined by myself for the last month. My precious older sister passed away Thursday by herself from COVID , my granddaughter is recovering from this plague and on top of it all, my partner’s son starts very intense treatment for inoperable brain cancer. And the hits keep on coming. I have been doing most of the things that you were talking about to help fight with his loneliness and depression but I guess I need to up my game. Putting my shoes on and taking a long walk. What you are doing is a life line for a lot of people. Thank you so much. God bless you.
I just want add that I too enjoy your vlogs very much. I hope you are keeping well. Thanks mate
Many thanks Michael. ☺
Hope you’re faring well, Kevin. We all miss you and hope to hear about your adventures soon! Our world is better for your being in it!
Hi CHG. I'm glad I'm not the only guy who was staring at 50 and thought "this is really it?". I've thoroughly enjoyed your vids - they've been a vicarious treat during this dull winter, and I sort of understand (perhaps) where you were coming from in the beginning. Keep cooking and cruising, once they finally loosen the chains again. Just gotta get to the longer days when it warms up. We're all rooting for you.
Thanks for taking us on a nice winter’s walk Kevin. I’m so pleased to see you looking so well and that you’re being mindful of your health and well-being. Your diet sounds really healthy. You gave some good advice to help keep the spirits up. I remember the video you did about the big grin in the mirror! Keep on sharing your walks with us and I look forward to your next video. By the way, I quite liked the beard! Cheers to you my dear. 🤗
Keep your spirits up Kevin. I heard that Alex Belfield is back on Saturday for a live phone in. They can’t keep a good man down.
Kevin:
There are some Americans who feel the same way as the blogger below. You are appreciated. Thank you,
Charles Peirce
Michigan, U.S.A
Hi Kevin. Just finished Travels by Narrowboat on Amazon. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed your films. We're all living vicariously at the moment, and your travels on Aslan have been a high point during lockdown. Hope you are staying well and keeping your spirits up. Don't let the rascals get you down!
Hi Kevin Thanks for entertaining us in a rough time. Keep being so positive while under lockdown and in winter. It helps us all cheer up a bit. Best wishes for early spring
Thank you. Yes full steam ahead to spring. 🙏
Thanks, CHG, for another video. Watching and hearing you gives a feeling all is well. We will get through this. Thanks.
Glad to see you back. Helpful to watch something, late looke good. All he narrow boat vids are better than anything in U.S. would rather be in uk lock down, than here.
Feel free to leave the US and travel to the UK. What’s stopping you?
Lockdowns are not good anywhere so please respect what the guy's feelings are. We are not on FB‐which I canceled an hour ago because I am tired of negative people and Kevin is always positive and tries to lift people up not down.. He is such a breath of fresh air and I'm so glad his video popped up tonight. We are fortunate to be in Florida where we basically have no lockdowns except those we put on ourselves. We love Kevin's videos and enjoyed every single minute of the first 4 seasons. My only complaints are my husband expects me to cook the yummy meals that Kevin cooks and we had Travels by Narrowboat withdrawals for weeks. We love you Kevin!!! Come visit us anytime and we'll cruise the Intercoastal Waterway and maybe end up in Key West!! Kim and Steven from Englewood, Florida
@@kimsmith5512
I did respect his feelings. If he feels life in the UK is better then he should go.
I left the UK 30 years ago and don’t regret one second of my decision.
Kevin is a good man living in a political nightmare of a country.
@@citrus737 THUMBS uP. NICE
It might be cold, with wind, frost or rain in your northwest of England as is my northwest of the US; yet viewing your latest TH-cam brings warmth and sunlight to this day. It's good to hear from someone that is like a friend. So the beard, may be gone, yet a great try, did one for me, and it too proved too much. Stay active as possible, stay well and how about a cooking or photography class or? Best to you-
hello Kevin, Cheers from the U.S., my wife and I are sending you the warmest wishes and hope you are faring well.
Kevin, you introduced me to the narrow boat life through your videos. The meaning of it, and it's impact on your life. I have watched your beginning to date, and love it! Know that your lifestyle on Aslan through the positive and negative side of life have made you a mainstay in many lives. New World Man.
I appreciate that a lot Tully. Thank you for watching. ☺
Hey Kevin, over in America. I found your videos on Amazon Prime. Never knew about Narrow boats and the canals. Absolutely incredible. Ordered a tea pot and started drinking hot tea. Actually looking at making a life change myself after watching your show. Slow down and drink tea. Be safe and thank you.
Kevin, please post something and let us know how you are. We’re sending you good juju. 🙂
Thanks for the virtual walk around Garstang, Kevin, brought back some great memories. My parents used to live there, just at the edge of those fields by the flood lock at the end there! Cheers!
I’ve been watching your journey’s on Amazon for a few weeks now and they have really brightened my days. It is tough for everyone right now- and this particular journey into your life was really heartfelt. I want to let you know how appreciated you are-your videos-are a joy to watch-while taking us not just on a physical journey, but inviting us somewhat into your life. Take care & Thank you Kevin!
Thank You Country House Gent for not only today of your Jan 15 2021 vlog, but also all of your vlogs that helped me through planet earth's covid 19 hard times. I invite you into my life, and it has been better because of your comfort into my life. Also, I have learned about how to be happy with our daily comforts, here in our own abodes.
Very happy to hear the videos have helped make the hard times a little easier to manage, David. ☺
Wishing you all the best Kevin.. we're all in this together and it's good that you're out and about. Good to see you again.
Just started watching the first few seasons on Amazon. Thoroughly enjoying the canal perspectives. Glad to see you're still at it, and awake to the wickedness afoot.
Keep striding 🙏👍
No easier here in the states Kevin, keep the vids coming, makes my day, peace
Well, it depends whether your state has a governor or a dictator.🤯
Thanks Kevin. Nice to see you. Jason Nota on facebook. Good viewing.
Hello Kevin! I am looking forward to seeing your next video. Well wishes for you are being sent from Southern California. Have a nice day.
Thank you CHG my wife and I look forward to your video's. With all the crazy stuff over here in the states. Its good to here intelligent words of looking at things brightly.
Thanks again Kevin. Lovely lockdown tour. Good to see you trying to keep a balance. Sometimes if we fake it , it carries us til we really can make it. Thanks for helping all us armchair sailors. Stay well , keep keeping it real. M
Kevin, hello from Washington state in USA.
I discovered your videos on Amazon Prime, great that I can binge watch stringing videos along one after the other. What an adventurer you are.
I've been boating on canals in France which was great fun operating the locks myself. Keep up the videos, I love watching.
Kevin, Thanks for letting us come along on your walk and listening to your thoughts, Some paths are like life where we don't know where they go and sometimes we need to turn around and find another way. Walking the paths of life is usually better than just standing still which is sometimes okay because we need a break before we continue on. But on we must go. Hang in there.
Wise and very appropriate words John. Best wishes. ☺
I just got done watching all of your seasons on Amazon Prime and enjoyed it immensely; thank you again for taking us along with you on your travels. It's just my personal impression, but you seem to be of much better outlook and disposition than you were when you first set out aboard Aslan even with all of the current challenging circumstances. Keep the faith and hang tough as we say here in the states. Best wishes!
Hi Kevin! Thanks for that reminder! I am here in Pennsylvania in the US where the country is burning down. I’ve been getting my groceries delivered since before Christmas as it just doesn’t seem safe enough to go out anymore. For a while there the cases were down around 50 per day in our county but since November they have been in the 350-500 per day positive test range. Still everyone seems to be out and about. I just don’t know. I am hoping the vaccine gets to me before COVID does. My mom is 94 and had COVID in the beginning of December and was asymptomatic! I’m hoping that once Trump gets out of there we can get something done on many fronts. Been hard to avoid the media the last week or so with the attack on the Capitol and the aftermath. Well keep your chin up, hope this Spring brings hope and better things for you all there in the UK and for us here in the US too. Thanks for the inspirational words, it really is helpful.
Brilliant allegory. A frozen land, in stasis. But signs of life are present.
Unlike Winston, you remain rational. You screw you face up & continue to move through the world with purpose. Just like the Wyre.
Stay sharp. And thank you for this latest chapter.
Thanks for your great comment Ed. A beam of sunlight on an overcast morning. ☺
Unrelated but I can't help myself. Whenever I hear "Garstang" I think "Garstang! GAAaarr-stang! A good woody quality to it. Bound ... Vole ... Recidivist ... Kerrang!"
Kevin, I started watching your series on Amazon Prime a few days ago. I started with the launching of Aslan and into season three. I am enjoying the series very much. Thank you for the view of England that very few Americans have ever seen. I was stationed in Germany in the '70s and 80's which afforded me the opportunity to see England and I and my Lady-Wife made several trips but we did not see the parts that you show. Thank You.
I very much like to thank you for your series it has provided something of a mental release as I had covid I was hospitalised and things where very bad and continue to be so as I very slowly hopefully recover I am truly grateful to have this to just feel that there is a world outside my door thank you
Aw, I liked the beard! But then I didn't have to wear it. Stay safe and keep taking care of yourself!
Thank you Kevin for your words of encouragement !
Thank you for bringing us on your peaceful walkabout. As someone who has suffered severe anxiety the past several months (being treated), this brought me some comfort like walking with a friend. I’ve been watching your videos a while, and growing up in the US (ugh it’s a crappy thing right now), I never knew about the canals. Now someday, I’d love to see where you live! One of my best friends here grew up in the UK and she & her hubby have done narrowboat vacations. So lovely. Stay well.
Nice to see you battling back, Kevin. What is likeable about your videos besides your little commentaries, is just seeing the countryside, towns and buildings. My perspective (via Hawaii and USA), your country is very beautiful. I enjoy your stories and the background you walk and narrowboat through. Keep fighting the good fight. We will click.
Unfortunate you are not on Amazon, but you'll find another platform. This travels by walking episode was cool.
Best wishes to you and the UK.
Hey Kevin, Quiet on my boat too and a long ways from home. I've got an old Samsung TL34HD that I'm going to take out and do a little candid work in black & white
Hope you're still poking around with your stuff too.
Haven't been out shooting for a while though I take the camera with me most times, just in case. Good exercise if nothing else. ☺
Wise words from your good self you look good and well and thanks for your videos I look forward to them🇮🇪♥️
You are taping, from your first day on your way to pay for your boat, what 10 of 1000s are feeling and living. Nice job mate!
Much appreciated thank you and thanks to you for watching. I never imagined the series and the videos on TH-cam would be a source of comfort to so many during these unexpected times. Cheers,
@@CountryHouseGent yes, we here in our household truly enjoy your videos as they do add a boost to our spirits in these crazy times. Don't ever give up hope, keep your focus on the future when we can all return to lives where we can go about our business freely in this world. Take care and we hope to see you soon!
Country House Legend aka Kevin. Not seen a new uplifting video for a while, had to resort to watching other canal cruisers 🤢 haha. I hope you're well and keeping yourself busy. I'm looking forward to your next installment as and when that may be. Don't be a stranger matey. See you and Aslan soon. Aisty.
Kevin, I’m really only keeping my Amazon Prime membership for your show. At the moment Amazon as well as a couple of other devious media companies have silenced half of America. If I’m not mistaken you’re having similar issues in the UK. You’re very smart to control what you can... diet, exercise and your mind! Stay calm and carry on. I look forward to seeing your Vlogs. Just know we’re all in this together. Hopefully you and Aslan will be off shortly on new adventures! -Nancy
Thank you Nancy. Yes in these times, I think it's important to concentrate on the things we can directly affect.
You sound great and look great also 😊Its very interesting to see the towns and country side from your foot paths .You have such a great eye for photography, the scenery you video is beautiful 💕stay safe keep smiling .
Thank you Lisa, that means a lot. Ta ☺
Many thanks for all of your video's, we found you again on You Tube after enjoying all of your Canal videos over the last few years. Like you all our plans for last year went down the pan, but i used the time well in many others ways, mostly good days, but have the odd dark one, which under the circumstances is not surprising. Anyhow, you look after yourself, and if you ever pass my way on your motorbike the kettle is always on.
Well said Kevin.........definitely a very strange world we live in at the minute......stay safe.......thanks for sharing
I know what you mean about stress I had to stop counting my gray hairs, to many now. I found if I am thankful of everyday things. When I take a shower I'm thankful for hot clean water, I get in bed I'm thankful it's not a cardboard box. This might sound silly but it helps me. Have a great day.
Agreed Penney, it is good to step back and take stock of what we have and not just what we don't have. ☺
Ahhh CHG, it's hard to imagine a more top bloke. If I wasn't in my 30s I'd be campaigning for you to adopt me and teach me the ways of the master. Great vlog as always, and wise words indeed, much appreciated. CHG for PM!
Ha, likewise I'm too old to begin fatherhood. 😂
Thank you for your candour. Think many of us can relate Kevin. Take care up there buddy.
Thank you so much for this lovely walkabout and the great advice! So badly needed! Turning off the news is so important and find it sad to know it is true there as well as here (USA). I am blessed to live in Florida, but it is still difficult to keep the spirits up!
Kevin, hope you are well and appreciate your travel videos. Wishing you the best from upstate NY. Cheers
Really Pleased to see you wearing the Sunflower Lanyard. I have been a bit more accepted in social situations since I have had mine.
Me and husband have also made similar diet. Glad you are finding ways to stay 'Sane' your video really helped us so thank you for posting it and hope that lockdown eases soon. It's not a pleasant time for Many of us. But little things like your video help alot. So thanks for putting this video together for all of us to view.
Mr. Gent, thanks for the wonderful walk. I am a 68 year old lady with asthma and here in Tucson we have to wear that diaper over our face even outside. Twice I have been yelled at by small minded people, have to control myself to not hit them with my cane lol. Yes, my blind mother has been in lockdown at her assisted living place for six months. I call her every day just to keep her ok. Mr Gent, keep it up, we enjoy having our coffee with you and be safe
Thank you and best wishes Alice. Yes, the Mask Gestapo are a constant irritation. ☺
I absolutely love the series. I’m having to isolate at the moment but it has given me a chance to watch the entire series again.so not all bad 👍😀. Stay safe.
So glad to see your silly face, Kevin~
Thanks for this, brave walker! Ice, mud - but good to look at, for my eyes. And truly good to hear you. I must go smirk into the mirror now.
You are the only reason I haven't cancelled my Amazon Prime yet after all the political hoopla in the states. I hope that brings some sunshine into your gloomy day Kevin!
Ditto
Me too . I never used vinmo before.
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@@eugenecarroll2232 Keep living in your fantasy world Eugene.
Hi Kevin,spot on with your survival tips,especially ignore the MSM.Can I just add,cycling,which for me has been a taste of freedom and good for stress relief.