I am amazed to hear there are people who have the audacity to tell you where ”they think you should live”. People never cease to surprise me in new ways. 😅
I have just spent a month going around Italy including Tuscany & the Amalfi coast and you have certainly chosen two beautiful parts of the country to live in. I find having two homes, I tend to double up on lots of things so I don't have the stress of remembering everything. I know that sounds like an expensive option but it makes my life so much easier 😊
For 20 years, I lived between two different states, 14 hours away from each other. I had an Excel spreadsheet with all the things I needed to travel back-and-forth with. I would print it off as I was packing to leave each time and went through the checklist. Other things you’re better off just getting two of so you can have them in each location… Hair tools being one of them.
We had a vacation home in Panama, on an island. So a keeping track of things was a must, no where on the island to run and get a forgotten item. I always kept track of the pantry as well, my suitcase was a walking food market. I do miss those days. I think I adapted so well because I grew up in an island off the Pacific NW Coast. Once a month shopping trips to the mainland, I still tend to shop this way, with limited trips to the market, but a well stocked pantry.
Ditto. I had a mountain house and a city house and I thrift shopped until I had two of everything. It got to the point where I could just hop in the car and go. My biggest challenge was managing two properties, the grounds and the houses, as a single, working, person. Eventually, I sold the mountain house and now I stay in cabin rentals. But I miss it a lot. There was something very satisfying and fulfilling about having two homes in two beautiful places. Niki and Carlo, you are helping me recall the positives. Thanks, you two.
Positano is in Carlos blood, it runs through his veins and it runs through his DNA. My mother always said proudly, I am Napolitano. I am not English. I will always be where I came from. She was so passionate about it. She said it was her real home. So I think Carol is Napolitano. And it’s his true home. 👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍
I thought the same when Carlo critiqued the Tuscan pizza. He has hardwired preferences, but it is great to see he is open minded that they will discover new favorites. It is all part of being a newcomer!
He is absolutely right tp explain his feelings about a Positano. Because his roots over there and o posi5ano is his really really base home , Tuscany feels like a second vacation home
@@tomristekgurler4991 I was born in France but lived only about 12 years there before going to London. I lived in UK over fifty years, then came back to live in France. My place in London is home, and France feels like a holiday place even though I now lived here 13 years. My dream was to live in both countries as I have homes in both, but sadly Brexit has put an end to that.
It is more of a blessing to have health and love. The great thing about Nicki and Carlo is that they have worked hard all their lives and fully appreciate their blessings.
You guys have a magic touch for making your homes beautiful. I know it's a lot of work but many people would put in a lot of work and it wouldn't be as glorious as your places. Love the flowers and plants at both houses and the colors you choose for paint and decor.
Good to see Elizabeth and the girls again. Positano reamains beautiful and unique but for me Tuscany is magical. The countryside, vineyards and nature are just stunning. Not having steps to climb and dealing with so many tourists would pull me towards Tuscany. ❤
You could see Carlo looked so happy being back home. I’m sure he missed seeing all the houses on the side of the mountain. He grew up there and probably knows every nook and cranny of Positano including all his family. My grandfather moved to the states in his 30 and always missed his home in Sicily. If I grew up near the ocean I would miss seeing it every day. It brings such peace to the mind. 🌅
Don't care whether it's in Positano or in Tuscany, will always enjoy your weekly videos! It's nice see the difference & acourse your friendship with Elizabeth & family. I think for Carlo, it's being close to his family & seeing them on a daily basis. Again, thanks for another week into your life's! Take care. Ciao
Carlo went to school, worked in Positano, he has many acquaintances as well as friends and family. He is a man of the sea, and like many men of the sea, he cannot live too far away from it.
@Nikki & Carlo, I love seeing you guys happy wherever you are! It's your life and we're just along for the ride. As always, thanks for bringing us along and allowing us to live vicariously thru you. Love & light always, Lisa
I just realized why I've been watching you and Carlo for so long. You show your authentic selves without excuses. Life happens. Yet, when challenges arise you (and Carlo) are real. Priorities change. Life happens. Grazie mille to both of you for being honest. PS. Finally arrived back to Italy today after a long 15 months away. As my friend said, "you're home".
For about 13 years, I spent 2 to 3 months in Tuscano and the rest of the year in California. They are definitely two different worlds in the years since when I have visited Tuscany if it’s in the season, my friends are all busy. They are trying to make a living in a seasonal economy. It doesn’t provide much time for us to get together. I have one more trip planned in the fall during the harvest season in October. It is likely that will be my last trip because I’m 81 and the trip itself is very challenging. I am grateful for all the time I have had in both places. s
Living in Positano is like living inside a gold fish bowl. Personally, it’s the rolling hills of Tuscany and the slower pace of life that calls out to me. Slow living at its best!
The hours that Elizabeth and Pepper work are crazy. I think the crowds would be the biggest difference between Tuscany and Positano. Its like your entire area gets borrowed and shared with others for such a long period of time each year.
I always love when Carlo has his heart to hearts with us. In this one, talking about how he feels about his two homes, he's describing the expression "Home is where the heart is". That's true for me as well. You can love more than one place for different reasons, and appreciate them both for their pluses and minuses. People and places are important, because people make the memories, and places are where the memories live. ❤
As someone who has lived in Tuscany for many years, I would love to spend some time around the Positano area. The problem is affording it! Travel within Italy has gotten extremely expensive, post covid. Especially for Italians, whose salaries have remained stagnant for decades now. So, having a home to go back to there, really is something to be happy about.
@@stj971 I agree. But this isn't the first time that housing costs have spiked in Italy. There was a big spike at the turn of this century when we moved here. Rents were similar then to where they are now. Then, prices came down during the banking crisis in 2008 and stayed pretty low for quite a while. This latest spike happened after covid. And, along with it, for renters, it was compounded by the problem of landlords no longer wanting to offer standard, long term lease contracts. Transitory apartments always cost more. However, in regards to purchasing, the asking price is merely a reflection of what the seller wants. It doesn't mean that that is what the market will provide as far as buyers go. There are so many houses for sale in Italy right now, and the selling market is much more robust than the rental market is right now. Long term rentals have become quite scarce. But if you are looking to buy, don't lose hope. There are still bargains to be found out there :) Tuscany, for example has hundreds of hill-top villages that are very close to larger towns, where you can still find bargains. Liguria and other regions as well, offer the same, if you go a bit inland.
My parents had 2 homes in different parts of Arizona and they had a Motor Home to travel around the United States. They had 3 of everything thing that way all they needed to take was themselves. They had matching beds and matching pillows in each place. When I bought my mother something for her kitchen at Christmas I always bought 3 of the same thing. They did this so their personal lives could go on uninterrupted wherever they were living at the time. I enjoy watching you guys each week.
Since you moved to Tuscany I haven't been whatch much of your videos because I love Positano better than Tuscany I can see Carlo is much happier in Positano he belongs there this is my opinion
These conversations about which location is better will change in 5 years when you decide the stairs just aren't worth it anymore. Meanwhile enjoying both lifestyles as long as you can is beautiful and a joy to watch.❤❤❤❤❤Thank you for sharing it all with us!
How lovely to sit in the garden having Sunday lunch with friends. It can happen occasionally in England but it is just occasionally in our summer. It is nice that you have different friends in both homes 😁
Blessed to have two lovely houses and a third heart-home in England. Also blessed that both of you are the sort of people who a “easily at home” wherever you are. ✌️❤️🏡
That boat ride, the camaraderie and the music was just magical! Thank you for sharing your lives with us, Nicky and Carlo! I’m headed to Positano at the end of June and I hope I run into you both.
For me, what it’s the most important is that you are both happy… it doesn’t matter if that’s in Positano or Tuscan. But having you guys now living in these two different places, both spectacular… it’s actually a wonderful aspect for us viewers, because it’s awesome for us to be able to see and learn more about these two regions of Italy! So thank you SO MUCH for this!!!!😍😍😍😍😍 I loveeee the Italian talking with Carlo!!!! Wonderful! Thank you!!! I love you Nikki & Carlo and your family and friends! May JESUS bless you all!!!♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Once a week all my groceries are brought to my home since covid- ordered by internet. I love it! So i keep it that way. I can chose from three supermarkets. Living in the east of Netherlands near the German border in a small village- 6 streets . No steps 🙃
We had two places for a while. We were only an hour from the other house. After a while. It got to be a real chore to keep up both places. After a while it was just work work so we decided we had to give one up.
Nicki and Carlo, You are friends that we have yet to meet. Given us Joy. Given me support and helped Dad get to the finish line, Dreaming of Paradise, Watching your wine making video. Yes, The stairs were a workout.. And I'd wonder how you would cope once getting used to the car. You're always a breath of fresh air. Bless Your endeavors. Your influence inspires , and is very uplifting and healing.
You go where you are comfortable. Change location as many times as you wish. We like the videos from both places. I think the second hand stores you have been too are the absolute place to shop. Thank you for doing what you do.
I am confident that I have watched all of your videos, several times...lol However, I don't recall ever seeing your beautiful property the way it was featured in today's video. It took my breath away. The aerial view showing the house's position and how it is so lovingly ensconced by the vegetation was magical. When you shared your and Carlo's shopping plan and the hand-off of the sweet pooches had my head spinning😂 God Bless you all❤😂 I think the reason why Italy in general is so beautiful, Positano in particular, is to keep one distracted as they climb and climb and climb wherever they need to go! Aside from the delicious and healthy food of Italy, what makes it so special are the people. I am convinced of this. The way everyone looks out for one another is so important. How you all enjoy each other's company in the simplest of ways is precious. What is most wonderful is how none of you take it for granted❤
I had 2 houses for a long time (a beach house and a suburban house). In the end I just had 2 of everything (2 sets of dog leads, 2 sets of sunglasses, phone chargers etc etc). I also used to take a photo of the pantry and the fridge before leaving the beach house so I knew what I still had there. It is a big confusing juggle!!!
As much as I have enjoyed the views of Tuscany and dream of visiting, I’m very happy to be back at Positano. I have been watching Goat mornings to enjoy the views of the Amalfi coast.
The amount of hard work Carlos put into the garden before you arrived was incredible…that’s love 🥰..his heart is enormous for all that brings you pleasure ..that’s true love ❤️
I am in my 60s and make lists for when I travel. Leave it on my front door so I can check it off before I walk out of my apartment. As you get older, lists work. Love your channel and thank you for sharing your lives with us. I love both places, you are so lucky to have both places.
I love this music. Makes me cry seeing you back home. It is so beautiful there. Perhaps this is the reason I cry. You seem happier here . So does Carlo.
A Different Note: keep a couple of 2 liter bottles or a plastic storage box of drinking water frozen in your freezer. If the lower goes out out other in your refrigerator to keep foods cool until you can eat what you have until the power is restored. I learned that in Hurricane Alley in the U.S. I would hook up a solar battery to your refrigerator as an option. You can use sun solar or wind power in Positano for sure.
I love the way you describe the feeling of home in both places. I also struggle and celebrate the differences of life and friendships between my primary home in the cornfields of Illinois and at my other home in a lighthouse on Lake Superior. That dual life is a hard concept to communicate to others.
1 thing that helps when I leave our second home is to take a picture on my phone of my closet, the bathroom cupboard/shower and the pantry so that I know what I left there and can remind myself of what I need to bring back with me. :) The journey of two homes is fun!
Same here, I have a picture of 3-4 items layed down on the bed of everything I have at my mum's, of everything I have at my dad's and now I better do that with what is at my aunt's too as every time I go there she gives me stuff, as well as my mum giving me summery clothes I'd never wear in in Ireland so I left them at my aunt's who lives on the Riviera + some toiletries 😂😂😂 it's starting to be complicated I realise...
There's nothing better than those conversations that get a little sillier as you linger at the dinner table. Thank you so much for sharing this slice of life.
Wherever you are is home! You’re both very creative & hardworking folks. You’ve made both Positano & Tuscany so cozy and comfy……so your leaving one place for the other is an adjustment. So much beauty in each place, in England for that matter too! Family and friends are EVERYTHING. Your doggies too….everything has heartfelt meaning. You’re a great couple and the love you have for one another shines through. I know how busy you are but I wish you did more and longer videos! Wishful thinking as there are only so many hours in a day!🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵
We live on 5 acres in Australia and have just bought an apartment in Canberra which in time will be our base ( 3 years from now) and then will sell our place and also buy a property on the south coast of New South Wales so we will also live in 2 different homes. So your comments are of particular interest to me. This different lifestyle will take time to adjust to and I predict that over time you will find your own novel ways of managing the transitions. There might be rituals at each place that you routinely repeat to get the home feeling each time you transition. who knows but I will be watching to see how with practice this evolves.
Elizabeth misses you so much, you can tell, it's hard living in two places it really is, eventually you will make a decision to where you will live forever, instead of all those stairs
Hi, to you both. Just wanted to say how much my wife and I enjoy watching your videos, we are new subscribers, having discovered your channel, whilst researching for our recent holiday in Sorrento, including a boat trip to Positano, which was beautiful. Glad to see you have purchased a property in our favourite area of Tuscany.We have many wonderful holidays there staying in Pontedera and using the train, to get to Pisa, Florence, Luca and Siena. Our favourite restaurant is a seafood, pasta and pizza place called II Gambero, , no website, for it , only good food and wine.ciao John, uk
I think as things settle out in Tuscany you’ll be able to have an actual schedule for when you stay in each place. I think it’s great to be able to do what you’re doing. Positano is lovely and I’d still want to live there but Tuscany is a completely different mindset and it’s lovely there as well. Have fun with both!
Italian. Napoli. Reminds me of my grandmother. Lots of slang. Hands moving lots of hugs. Great food. Napoli. Equals. Pure. Luv to me 🌺🌺🌺♥️♥️♥️♥️childhood. Memory at its best!!! Bravo !!🍇🍾🥬☕️🍷🍷🍷🍷🍇🍇🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻💛💛💛💛💛🥰🥰🥰
I am new here, but oh, so addicted. What a beautiful couple Nicky and Carlo. My heart is in Amalfi and i go there every year, living vicariously through them now, what a wonderful life.
We love you Nicki and Carlo we also know you miss your vegie and fruit garden in Positano maybe in a few years time you may move 2HRs south where the weather is nice and sunny with a lovely vegie garden
Nicki. I too travel between two homes (Connecticut and Florida), and I found that it was easy to just duplicate my important items in each home. I am always buying two of everything these days!
The roses look so pretty. Lovely to see Elizabeth, Pepe and the girls with you both again. Sorry she has been having a hard time. Beautiful video as usual 🌷🪻🎵🎶✨
Your dogs missed you SO much while you were away..thats why Holly wont leave your side Nicky!😊Is it me or does your home look especially beautiful right now😮!!!Sheeew.
It doesn't matter where you are-either Tuscany or Positano-I love watching both and I understand completely the concept of home and how each of them are different. My Sundays are not complete without watching your video and eating my American lunch!
Make 3 lists: 2 to put by your front doors and 1 to put in the car. List: keys, phones, purse/wallet, drinks, (dog water, food/snacks), list of things to get; things to return or give away, people to see, any paperwork needed, mail to drop off, etc. Check these lists before leaving the house and again before driving off.
My mother-in-law taught for years in Prague and had many friends and a good life there, but her whole family were back in the U.S. She once told me that no matter where she was, she was always homesick. I think that might sum up your experience, but to all of us, you’re living the dream and thank you for bringing us along!
Have to agree family and friends on a Sunday afternoon is just the best 😊I love seeing both your homes the vlogs are always full of lovely content and your Tuscan adventures are exciting but I love the scenery in your Positano vlogs xx
I need to keep a check list of everything that I need in my purse, for every time I leave my apartment. Otherwise, like Carlo joked, I would possibly forget my head if it wasn't attached. 😊 I have been watching your older videos in recent weeks, catching up on your stories, adventures and projects. The scenery is always beautiful, but I have such high respect for the life you have created, and your warmth. Carlo - my favourite Italian film is also Cinema Paradiso. I watch it often, and the end always brings me to tears - happy tears. And I have just watched the story of how Holly adopted you. She is such a wise, beautiful girl - living her best life and bringing joy to you - and to her "everywhere" friends. ❤️ Have a wonderful week!
Nicki, without your channel, who would be loving CARLO? or ELIZABETH (and her family?) or POSITANO? You have taught so many of us to open our hearts and minds, which we did….and collectively fell in love with so much. I can imagine how invested you both must be in the Tuscany-life but it is clear to see that you cannot take the POSITANO out of either of you. - Much love - Laura (FL)
Well, now you’re a part of my Sunday ritual. It’s nice to see you in both places. I think it’s perfect! I would love to divide my time between two places. The best of both worlds
You are both blessed to have 2 beautiful places to call home, each one is unique with separate sets of friends and lifestyles, each home provides the needs and wants of the life you are making for yourselves at the time. Don't disparage Carlo is right you can't compare the homes they provide different life experiences for different moments one if not better than the other. Enjoy each one for different reasons. Enjoy your lives they are beautiful.
I am very sorry that some people think it is ok for them to tell you what to do with your lives - i.e. live full time in Positano or Tuscany. We are so very grateful that you share your lives with us on TH-cam, and that's it. Please enjoy your lives and don't take any notice of anyone who feels they can tell you what they think they should do!
At first I was a bit disappointed when you were in the process of buying another house. I loved where you were at in Positano... and the walks you would go on. As soon as you started filming at the other house, I fell in love with were you were at in Tuscany. Now, like you, when you leave either house to go to the other, I don't want you to, but I quickly adjust. I love both places, and it adds variety to the videos. I was surprised Holly didn't want to go with Carlo, she always seemed so eager, maybe because he found her - or perhaps I should say that she found him. I guess she was just tired due to getting up in years. Last week, I made a dish almost exactly like the one Nicki made, but I used pasta insead of rice.
Your Positano home has dreamy views, lovely garden and pool, Carlo's family. I find the stairs and crowds of people difficult and forget about getting a place to park that's convenient. You new home is quite beautiful with the things you and Carlo have done to improve, nice little villages and easy access. Convenient for everything too. It's hard to choose. England is gorgeous, your Dad is a great attraction for you and it's your original home Wonderful to have all three places.
I am happy for you that you have a home in Tuscany. You guys have done a marvelous job on the remodel. There is still so much potential for that property, and look forward to see it. I am excited to see you back in Positano for a bit. The views and colors there are like no other. To me, Positano is the heart of the program but I know life brings changes and we must adapt. Overall congratulations to you and Carlo for such a successful show on TH-cam. I will continue to watch your videos wherever they are filmed. God bless you with health, peace, joy, favor and protection over you, your family and your properties.
Sounds like you might want to double up on those essentials like glasses and dog leads. ;) Love both your homes, even if they are very different. I was wondering about the produce from the gardens. Will you be bringing anything with you to Tuscani, seeing as you always had fresh vegetables to cook with in Positano.
In your videos, I really love the neighbourhood in Positano where there are always warm-hearted people right next door. It reminded me of how much I love the bean festival that you have shown in your previous video. Love the people, love the crowd, love the food and companionship that you can sit down and chat with anyone like a family member. I felt that the love in Positano is like everyone is celebrating their successes and helping out with each other every day in life. When everyone is living in a similar spirit, they celebrate the joyfulness of even small things in life - just like the pastry and having dinner together, bringing a smile to everyone at the end of the day. 🙂 Sending love to you guys from Vancouver!
It must be a bitter sweet Father's day for Carlo. The first without his own Dad. You and your Momma and siblings are in my heart and prayers Carlo. I hope Sky cheers you and fills you with love today. Buona Festa della Papà!! To Nicki's Dad too!!! Happy Father's Day ❤️
I love seeing you bounce between your two homes. My Aunt recently retired and spends time bouncing between her Alberta home and her Lake home in BC. She was also forgetting many things at each of her homes. She now has a leash at each home and clothes at both, hair dryer,curling iron etc. She said it is so much easier to just jump in the car and drive, not having to worry about forgetting anything.
Wonderful episode, and the way you film in Positano and the views are breathtaking, it makes me how much I miss Positano myself, so it is a wonderful feeling to see it again on your channel with your views. Your are are spot on with your feelings about the two different places, Tuscany and Amalfi area, describing the way your feel about everything is so real that I believe the viewers begin to understand how you guys feel, especial watching you guys improving your properties in both places, we begin to appreciate your hard work, or at least I do. Your put so much energy into your everyday life and sharing it with the public is not easy at times, but you guys make the best of it and do it! Thank you Nicki and Carlo! I've been watching your show for the past 3 years while I am taking care of my father at home, and now he is no longer with us, he went to heaven to his family there. I feel so sad that he no longer can view your beautiful episodes, plus the funniest thing he ever said to me, while watching your episodes, he would ask me where is this place, and I would say Italy and I use to bring home lots of Italian food, so he saw so much of Italy that he asked me once, are we in Italy, do we live in Italy? I thought that was the funniest thing he said, while taking care of him, and I told him that I want to go and live in Italy and he wanted to come with me...😢
Carlo is one of those people who has never met a stranger. Just a friend he doesn't know yet! 😊😊
He has just the brightest smile. One that must make others smile just from looking at his beautiful smile. His eyes sparkle with kindness.
he is a people magnet !
I’m always glad when he stops to see the Basket Man at the Flea Mkt. 👋
@ann-marierigby5967 - Very well said
I think Elizabeth needed you more than you know! You're a good friend, Nicki!🥰
March is too long to be apart 😢
I love their friendship.
I think so too ❤
@@samanthab1923 A true friendship can with stand any distance.. 😊
I didn’t understand what you said she lost.
Wherever you both are living your channel is a joy to watch
I am amazed to hear there are people who have the audacity to tell you where ”they think you should live”. People never cease to surprise me in new ways. 😅
Home is where you make it! As long as you have your love ones. Thank You for your videos! You all are blessed and bless others with these videos.
Amen and AMEN🩵🩵🩵
I have just spent a month going around Italy including Tuscany & the Amalfi coast and you have certainly chosen two beautiful parts of the country to live in.
I find having two homes, I tend to double up on lots of things so I don't have the stress of remembering everything. I know that sounds like an expensive option but it makes my life so much easier 😊
For 20 years, I lived between two different states, 14 hours away from each other. I had an Excel spreadsheet with all the things I needed to travel back-and-forth with. I would print it off as I was packing to leave each time and went through the checklist. Other things you’re better off just getting two of so you can have them in each location… Hair tools being one of them.
We had a vacation home in Panama, on an island. So a keeping track of things was a must, no where on the island to run and get a forgotten item. I always kept track of the pantry as well, my suitcase was a walking food market. I do miss those days. I think I adapted so well because I grew up in an island off the Pacific NW Coast. Once a month shopping trips to the mainland, I still tend to shop this way, with limited trips to the market, but a well stocked pantry.
Ditto. I had a mountain house and a city house and I thrift shopped until I had two of everything. It got to the point where I could just hop in the car and go. My biggest challenge was managing two properties, the grounds and the houses, as a single, working, person. Eventually, I sold the mountain house and now I stay in cabin rentals. But I miss it a lot. There was something very satisfying and fulfilling about having two homes in two beautiful places. Niki and Carlo, you are helping me recall the positives. Thanks, you two.
And dog leads!😉
@@joytoyouandme4593 also grew up on an island off PNW Coast, completely understand this!! ✨
Positano is in Carlos blood, it runs through his veins and it runs through his DNA. My mother always said proudly, I am Napolitano. I am not English. I will always be where I came from. She was so passionate about it. She said it was her real home. So I think Carol is Napolitano. And it’s his true home. 👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍
Salt water in his veins ❤
I thought the same when Carlo critiqued the Tuscan pizza. He has hardwired preferences, but it is great to see he is open minded that they will discover new favorites. It is all part of being a newcomer!
i'm napolitano too...when we travelled to deruta in umbria, a shopkeeper picked up on the language difference. USA born here.
He is absolutely right tp explain his feelings about a Positano. Because his roots over there and o
posi5ano is his really really base home , Tuscany feels like a second vacation home
@@tomristekgurler4991 I was born in France but lived only about 12 years there before going to London. I lived in UK over fifty years, then came back to live in France. My place in London is home, and France feels like a holiday place even though I now lived here 13 years. My dream was to live in both countries as I have homes in both, but sadly Brexit has put an end to that.
It's truly a blessing from God to be allowed to have a house. Many of us don't have this luxury.
Amen 😿
It is more of a blessing to have health and love. The great thing about Nicki and Carlo is that they have worked hard all their lives and fully appreciate their blessings.
I worked until I was 74 to have mine and own it. My husband died and I was left with a mortgage.
I don't think God has much to do with house buying.....
@@sandicarpenter2658 she/he is probably busy with all the wars and other tragedies we create on this planet
Home is where the heart is .
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A cherished friendship with Elizabeth makes you rich. Thank her for her channel, I sooooo enjoy my Saturdays with her,it’s my lunchtime treat.
I feel the same way , I love Elizabeth .
What is the name of Elizabeth's YT channel?
@@MissTXTeeGoat Morning Amalfi Coast! 👍🏻 That’s Elisabeth’s channel! 😊
Love Elizabeth and the girls and the goats on her channel too 😘🇮🇹🐐
I am getting old and too emotional for a 53 years old guy but this vlog has made tears falling. Thnak you, Nicky.
53 is not old and emotions affect us at all ages.😂
You better start looking after your health if you’re feeling old at 53
You guys have a magic touch for making your homes beautiful. I know it's a lot of work but many people would put in a lot of work and it wouldn't be as glorious as your places. Love the flowers and plants at both houses and the colors you choose for paint and decor.
I have no thoughts about what you SHOULD do - I just enjoy watching whatever you ARE doing!
Good to see Elizabeth and the girls again. Positano reamains beautiful and unique but for me Tuscany is magical. The countryside, vineyards and nature are just stunning. Not having steps to climb and dealing with so many tourists would pull me towards Tuscany. ❤
Positano off season would be nice!
Could never do the stairs. It sounds horrible. But I love your home and gardens…in both places.
You could see Carlo looked so happy being back home. I’m sure he missed seeing all the houses on the side of the mountain. He grew up there and probably knows every nook and cranny of Positano including all his family. My grandfather moved to the states in his 30 and always missed his home in Sicily.
If I grew up near the ocean I would miss seeing it every day. It brings such peace to the mind. 🌅
Don't care whether it's in Positano or in Tuscany, will always enjoy your weekly videos! It's nice see the difference & acourse your friendship with Elizabeth & family. I think for Carlo, it's being close to his family & seeing them on a daily basis. Again, thanks for another week into your life's! Take care. Ciao
Carlo went to school, worked in Positano, he has many acquaintances as well as friends and family. He is a man of the sea, and like many men of the sea, he cannot live too far away from it.
@Nikki & Carlo,
I love seeing you guys happy wherever you are! It's your life and we're just along for the ride. As always, thanks for bringing us along and allowing us to live vicariously thru you.
Love & light always, Lisa
I just realized why I've been watching you and Carlo for so long. You show your authentic selves without excuses. Life happens. Yet, when challenges arise you (and Carlo) are real. Priorities change. Life happens. Grazie mille to both of you for being honest. PS. Finally arrived back to Italy today after a long 15 months away. As my friend said, "you're home".
For about 13 years, I spent 2 to 3 months in Tuscano and the rest of the year in California. They are definitely two different worlds in the years since when I have visited Tuscany if it’s in the season, my friends are all busy. They are trying to make a living in a seasonal economy. It doesn’t provide much time for us to get together. I have one more trip planned in the fall during the harvest season in October. It is likely that will be my last trip because I’m 81 and the trip itself is very challenging. I am grateful for all the time I have had in both places.
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We love you guys where ever you are. Thank you for being there for us every day!
Living in Positano is like living inside a gold fish bowl. Personally, it’s the rolling hills of Tuscany and the slower pace of life that calls out to me. Slow living at its best!
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The hours that Elizabeth and Pepper work are crazy. I think the crowds would be the biggest difference between Tuscany and Positano. Its like your entire area gets borrowed and shared with others for such a long period of time each year.
I always love when Carlo has his heart to hearts with us. In this one, talking about how he feels about his two homes, he's describing the expression "Home is where the heart is". That's true for me as well. You can love more than one place for different reasons, and appreciate them both for their pluses and minuses. People and places are important, because people make the memories, and places are where the memories live. ❤
my heart melted seeing elisabeth with her girls on the boat...la dolce vita.
🌹🤦♀️Positano very unique place ! Rare . Dramatic. Full of life.
As someone who has lived in Tuscany for many years, I would love to spend some time around the Positano area. The problem is affording it! Travel within Italy has gotten extremely expensive, post covid. Especially for Italians, whose salaries have remained stagnant for decades now. So, having a home to go back to there, really is something to be happy about.
Affording is the biggest problem now w everything. A house I could easily have afforded before no longer is. A lost dream.
@@stj971 I agree. But this isn't the first time that housing costs have spiked in Italy. There was a big spike at the turn of this century when we moved here. Rents were similar then to where they are now. Then, prices came down during the banking crisis in 2008 and stayed pretty low for quite a while. This latest spike happened after covid. And, along with it, for renters, it was compounded by the problem of landlords no longer wanting to offer standard, long term lease contracts. Transitory apartments always cost more. However, in regards to purchasing, the asking price is merely a reflection of what the seller wants. It doesn't mean that that is what the market will provide as far as buyers go. There are so many houses for sale in Italy right now, and the selling market is much more robust than the rental market is right now. Long term rentals have become quite scarce. But if you are looking to buy, don't lose hope. There are still bargains to be found out there :) Tuscany, for example has hundreds of hill-top villages that are very close to larger towns, where you can still find bargains. Liguria and other regions as well, offer the same, if you go a bit inland.
I love the love for and from the dogs. Home is wherever love is. ❤
The dogs are so loyal and happy to be with you. Skye
Is off on her own lately.
My parents had 2 homes in different parts of Arizona and they had a Motor Home to travel around the United States. They had 3 of everything thing that way all they needed to take was themselves. They had matching beds and matching pillows in each place. When I bought my mother something for her kitchen at Christmas I always bought 3 of the same thing. They did this so their personal lives could go on uninterrupted wherever they were living at the time. I enjoy watching you guys each week.
I think despite the steps and all beauty in Tuscani, your heart belongs to Positano
Since you moved to Tuscany I haven't been whatch much of your videos because I love Positano better than Tuscany I can see Carlo is much happier in Positano he belongs there this is my opinion
Positano has a charm like no other...seeing that sea of blue just heals your souls...
These conversations about which location is better will change in 5 years when you decide the stairs just aren't worth it anymore. Meanwhile enjoying both lifestyles as long as you can is beautiful and a joy to watch.❤❤❤❤❤Thank you for sharing it all with us!
How lovely to sit in the garden having Sunday lunch with friends. It can happen occasionally in England but it is just occasionally in our summer. It is nice that you have different friends in both homes 😁
Blessed to have two lovely houses and a third heart-home in England. Also blessed that both of you are the sort of people who a “easily at home” wherever you are. ✌️❤️🏡
❤ wherever you are
That boat ride, the camaraderie and the music was just magical! Thank you for sharing your lives with us, Nicky and Carlo! I’m headed to Positano at the end of June and I hope I run into you both.
I so hope you do!
For me, what it’s the most important is that you are both happy… it doesn’t matter if that’s in Positano or Tuscan.
But having you guys now living in these two different places, both spectacular… it’s actually a wonderful aspect for us viewers, because it’s awesome for us to be able to see and learn more about these two regions of Italy! So thank you SO MUCH for this!!!!😍😍😍😍😍 I loveeee the Italian talking with Carlo!!!! Wonderful! Thank you!!!
I love you Nikki & Carlo and your family and friends!
May JESUS bless you all!!!♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Once a week all my groceries are brought to my home since covid- ordered by internet. I love it! So i keep it that way. I can chose from three supermarkets. Living in the east of Netherlands near the German border in a small village- 6 streets . No steps 🙃
We had two places for a while. We were only an hour from the other house. After a while. It got to be a real chore to keep up both places. After a while it was just work work so we decided we had to give one up.
Nicki and Carlo,
You are friends that we have yet to meet.
Given us Joy.
Given me support and helped Dad get to the finish line,
Dreaming of Paradise,
Watching your wine making video.
Yes,
The stairs were a workout..
And I'd wonder how you would cope once getting used to the car.
You're always a breath of fresh air.
Bless
Your endeavors.
Your influence inspires , and is very uplifting and healing.
You go where you are comfortable. Change location as many times as you wish. We like the videos from both places. I think the second hand stores you have been too are the absolute place to shop. Thank you for doing what you do.
I am confident that I have watched all of your videos, several times...lol
However, I don't recall ever seeing your beautiful property the way it was featured in today's video. It took my breath away. The aerial view showing the house's position and how it is so lovingly ensconced by the vegetation was magical.
When you shared your and Carlo's shopping plan and the hand-off of the sweet pooches had my head spinning😂 God Bless you all❤😂 I think the reason why Italy in general is so beautiful, Positano in particular, is to keep one distracted as they climb and climb and climb wherever they need to go!
Aside from the delicious and healthy food of Italy, what makes it so special are the people. I am convinced of this. The way everyone looks out for one another is so important. How you all enjoy each other's company in the simplest of ways is precious. What is most wonderful is how none of you take it for granted❤
Yay, another wonderful trip to Italy. So happy to see you all
It’s lovely watching you reunite with all your friends and enjoy being back in Positano. I think both places are lovely for different reasons. 🌺
Carlo was even happy to see the girls at the grocery 😊
I had 2 houses for a long time (a beach house and a suburban house). In the end I just had 2 of everything (2 sets of dog leads, 2 sets of sunglasses, phone chargers etc etc). I also used to take a photo of the pantry and the fridge before leaving the beach house so I knew what I still had there. It is a big confusing juggle!!!
As much as I have enjoyed the views of Tuscany and dream of visiting, I’m very happy to be back at Positano. I have been watching Goat mornings to enjoy the views of the Amalfi coast.
I would happily take either one!
@@stj971 oh yeah without a doubt!
The amount of hard work Carlos put into the garden before you arrived was incredible…that’s love 🥰..his heart is enormous for all that brings you pleasure ..that’s true love ❤️
I am in my 60s and make lists for when I travel. Leave it on my front door so I can check it off before I walk out of my apartment. As you get older, lists work. Love your channel and thank you for sharing your lives with us. I love both places, you are so lucky to have both places.
If you ever need a housesitter, painter, cleaner, cook or gardener for Positano, I will do it with LOVE.🤗 You have paradise in Positano!❣️🇮🇹
I love this music. Makes me cry seeing you back home. It is so beautiful there. Perhaps this is the reason I cry. You seem happier here . So does Carlo.
Specially Carlo 🕊🚤🌊🛟
A Different Note: keep a couple of 2 liter bottles or a plastic storage box of drinking water frozen in your freezer. If the lower goes out out other in your refrigerator to keep foods cool until you can eat what you have until the power is restored. I learned that in Hurricane Alley in the U.S. I would hook up a solar battery to your refrigerator as an option. You can use sun solar or wind power in Positano for sure.
In Positano or Tuscany it is always a great joy to be able to see your daily routine and enjoy the fantastic landscape! 🥰
I love the way you describe the feeling of home in both places. I also struggle and celebrate the differences of life and friendships between my primary home in the cornfields of Illinois and at my other home in a lighthouse on Lake Superior. That dual life is a hard concept to communicate to others.
1 thing that helps when I leave our second home is to take a picture on my phone of my closet, the bathroom cupboard/shower and the pantry so that I know what I left there and can remind myself of what I need to bring back with me. :) The journey of two homes is fun!
Love the Positano house more 🥰
Same here, I have a picture of 3-4 items layed down on the bed of everything I have at my mum's, of everything I have at my dad's and now I better do that with what is at my aunt's too as every time I go there she gives me stuff, as well as my mum giving me summery clothes I'd never wear in in Ireland so I left them at my aunt's who lives on the Riviera + some toiletries 😂😂😂 it's starting to be complicated I realise...
There's nothing better than those conversations that get a little sillier as you linger at the dinner table. Thank you so much for sharing this slice of life.
Wherever you are is home! You’re both very creative & hardworking folks. You’ve made both Positano & Tuscany so cozy and comfy……so your leaving one place for the other is an adjustment. So much beauty in each place, in England for that matter too! Family and friends are EVERYTHING. Your doggies too….everything has heartfelt meaning. You’re a great couple and the love you have for one another shines through. I know how busy you are but I wish you did more and longer videos! Wishful thinking as there are only so many hours in a day!🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵
We live on 5 acres in Australia and have just bought an apartment in Canberra which in time will be our base ( 3 years from now) and then will sell our place and also buy a property on the south coast of New South Wales so we will also live in 2 different homes. So your comments are of particular interest to me. This different lifestyle will take time to adjust to and I predict that over time you will find your own novel ways of managing the transitions. There might be rituals at each place that you routinely repeat to get the home feeling each time you transition. who knows but I will be watching to see how with practice this evolves.
Elizabeth misses you so much, you can tell, it's hard living in two places it really is, eventually you will make a decision to where you will live forever, instead of all those stairs
Hi, to you both. Just wanted to say how much my wife and I enjoy watching your videos, we are new subscribers, having discovered your channel, whilst researching for our recent holiday in Sorrento, including a boat trip to Positano, which was beautiful.
Glad to see you have purchased a property in our favourite area of Tuscany.We have many wonderful holidays there staying in Pontedera and using the train, to get to Pisa, Florence, Luca and Siena.
Our favourite restaurant is a seafood, pasta and pizza place called II Gambero, , no website, for it , only good food and wine.ciao John, uk
I think as things settle out in Tuscany you’ll be able to have an actual schedule for when you stay in each place. I think it’s great to be able to do what you’re doing. Positano is lovely and I’d still want to live there but Tuscany is a completely different mindset and it’s lovely there as well. Have fun with both!
I think a new car may be in Carlo’s future. Putting on a few miles with all the back & forth. 6&1/2 hrs? Adds up
I loved the music too!
I am enjoying both destinations. Just keep doing what you are doing as it's the personalities I enjoy as much as the places!
I do too! Was hoping to visit some wild swim spots in Tuscany. Sounds like Carlo has plans for a pool! Love that idea ❤
Love love love this vlog! Recipes, boat rides, family at home! Beautiful clips of Positano, thank you for all your amazing vlogs!
Italian. Napoli. Reminds me of my grandmother. Lots of slang. Hands moving lots of hugs. Great food. Napoli. Equals. Pure. Luv to me 🌺🌺🌺♥️♥️♥️♥️childhood. Memory at its best!!! Bravo !!🍇🍾🥬☕️🍷🍷🍷🍷🍇🍇🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻💛💛💛💛💛🥰🥰🥰
I'm happy and enjoy your antics wherever your hearts lead you. Enjoy your time is Positano. I look forward to your next adventure ❤️💚♥️💛🧡
I am new here, but oh, so addicted. What a beautiful couple Nicky and Carlo. My heart is in Amalfi and i go there every year, living vicariously through them now, what a wonderful life.
We love you Nicki and Carlo we also know you miss your vegie and fruit garden in Positano maybe in a few years time you may move 2HRs south where the weather is nice and sunny with a lovely vegie garden
Nicki. I too travel between two homes (Connecticut and Florida), and I found that it was easy to just duplicate my important items in each home. I am always buying two of everything these days!
The roses look so pretty. Lovely to see Elizabeth, Pepe and the girls with you both again. Sorry she has been having a hard time. Beautiful video as usual 🌷🪻🎵🎶✨
Your dogs missed you SO much while you were away..thats why Holly wont leave your side Nicky!😊Is it me or does your home look especially beautiful right now😮!!!Sheeew.
A follow up comment: I am so THANKFUL that CARLO has his precious NICKI. They were meant to be together! 😘❤🙏🏼💯
It doesn't matter where you are-either Tuscany or Positano-I love watching both and I understand completely the concept of home and how each of them are different. My Sundays are not complete without watching your video and eating my American lunch!
Make 3 lists: 2 to put by your front doors and 1 to put in the car. List: keys, phones, purse/wallet, drinks, (dog water, food/snacks), list of things to get; things to return or give away, people to see, any paperwork needed, mail to drop off, etc. Check these lists before leaving the house and again before driving off.
Your roses are beautiful. Nice to see your Positano home again.
My mother-in-law taught for years in Prague and had many friends and a good life there, but her whole family were back in the U.S. She once told me that no matter where she was, she was always homesick. I think that might sum up your experience, but to all of us, you’re living the dream and thank you for bringing us along!
Another beautiful video thank you for sharing you're beautiful life with us ❤much love
Wherever you are, you are surrounded by beauty and love. I appreciate them all.
Have to agree family and friends on a Sunday afternoon is just the best 😊I love seeing both your homes the vlogs are always full of lovely content and your Tuscan adventures are exciting but I love the scenery in your Positano vlogs xx
I need to keep a check list of everything that I need in my purse, for every time I leave my apartment. Otherwise, like Carlo joked, I would possibly forget my head if it wasn't attached. 😊
I have been watching your older videos in recent weeks, catching up on your stories, adventures and projects. The scenery is always beautiful, but I have such high respect for the life you have created, and your warmth.
Carlo - my favourite Italian film is also Cinema Paradiso. I watch it often, and the end always brings me to tears - happy tears.
And I have just watched the story of how Holly adopted you. She is such a wise, beautiful girl - living her best life and bringing joy to you - and to her "everywhere" friends. ❤️
Have a wonderful week!
Awww...Yes! The roses look simply lovely!!!❤❤❤ And, I'm just loving the beautiful music in your vlog! 🌼
Nicki, without your channel, who would be loving CARLO? or ELIZABETH (and her family?) or POSITANO? You have taught so many of us to open our hearts and minds, which we did….and collectively fell in love with so much. I can imagine how invested you both must be in the Tuscany-life but it is clear to see that you cannot take the POSITANO out of either of you. - Much love - Laura (FL)
You could live anywhere, I would still be excited to watch your videos!❤
Well, now you’re a part of my Sunday ritual. It’s nice to see you in both places. I think it’s perfect! I would love to divide my time between two places. The best of both worlds
You are both blessed to have 2 beautiful places to call home, each one is unique with separate sets of friends and lifestyles, each home provides the needs and wants of the life you are making for yourselves at the time. Don't disparage Carlo is right you can't compare the homes they provide different life experiences for different moments one if not better than the other. Enjoy each one for different reasons. Enjoy your lives they are beautiful.
I am very sorry that some people think it is ok for them to tell you what to do with your lives - i.e. live full time in Positano or Tuscany. We are so very grateful that you share your lives with us on TH-cam, and that's it. Please enjoy your lives and don't take any notice of anyone who feels they can tell you what they think they should do!
You guys are living in the most beautiful place in the world!! Thank you so much for sharing
I understand why you bought the other home but I prefer Positano all day long! The views! The liveliness!
At first I was a bit disappointed when you were in the process of buying another house. I loved where you were at in Positano... and the walks you would go on. As soon as you started filming at the other house, I fell in love with were you were at in Tuscany. Now, like you, when you leave either house to go to the other, I don't want you to, but I quickly adjust. I love both places, and it adds variety to the videos. I was surprised Holly didn't want to go with Carlo, she always seemed so eager, maybe because he found her - or perhaps I should say that she found him. I guess she was just tired due to getting up in years. Last week, I made a dish almost exactly like the one Nicki made, but I used pasta insead of rice.
I use couscous and a bit of garam masala
I love that you live in two completely different places and that you film them both. I look at it as getting two TH-cam channels in one channel!😀
Your Positano home has dreamy views, lovely garden and pool, Carlo's family. I find the stairs and crowds of people difficult and forget about getting a place to park that's convenient. You new home is quite beautiful with the things you and Carlo have done to improve, nice little villages and easy access. Convenient for everything too. It's hard to choose. England is gorgeous, your Dad is a great attraction for you and it's your original home Wonderful to have all three places.
Well said!
I am happy for you that you have a home in Tuscany. You guys have done a marvelous job on the remodel. There is still so much potential for that property, and look forward to see it. I am excited to see you back in Positano for a bit. The views and colors there are like no other. To me, Positano is the heart of the program but I know life brings changes and we must adapt. Overall congratulations to you and Carlo for such a successful show on TH-cam. I will continue to watch your videos wherever they are filmed. God bless you with health, peace, joy, favor and protection over you, your family and your properties.
Sounds like you might want to double up on those essentials like glasses and dog leads. ;) Love both your homes, even if they are very different. I was wondering about the produce from the gardens. Will you be bringing anything with you to Tuscani, seeing as you always had fresh vegetables to cook with in Positano.
In your videos, I really love the neighbourhood in Positano where there are always warm-hearted people right next door. It reminded me of how much I love the bean festival that you have shown in your previous video. Love the people, love the crowd, love the food and companionship that you can sit down and chat with anyone like a family member. I felt that the love in Positano is like everyone is celebrating their successes and helping out with each other every day in life. When everyone is living in a similar spirit, they celebrate the joyfulness of even small things in life - just like the pastry and having dinner together, bringing a smile to everyone at the end of the day. 🙂 Sending love to you guys from Vancouver!
We enjoy watching every week. Keep up the good work.
It must be a bitter sweet Father's day for Carlo. The first without his own Dad. You and your Momma and siblings are in my heart and prayers Carlo. I hope Sky cheers you and fills you with love today. Buona Festa della Papà!! To Nicki's Dad too!!! Happy Father's Day ❤️
Oh Im sure the dogs are very happy to be back !!
I love seeing you bounce between your two homes. My Aunt recently retired and spends time bouncing between her Alberta home and her Lake home in BC. She was also forgetting many things at each of her homes. She now has a leash at each home and clothes at both, hair dryer,curling iron etc. She said it is so much easier to just jump in the car and drive, not having to worry about forgetting anything.
Hi Nikki and Carlo ❤❤❤ Buona Sera 😊
Wonderful episode, and the way you film in Positano and the views are breathtaking, it makes me how much I miss Positano myself, so it is a wonderful feeling to see it again on your channel with your views. Your are are spot on with your feelings about the two different places, Tuscany and Amalfi area, describing the way your feel about everything is so real that I believe the viewers begin to understand how you guys feel, especial watching you guys improving your properties in both places, we begin to appreciate your hard work, or at least I do. Your put so much energy into your everyday life and sharing it with the public is not easy at times, but you guys make the best of it and do it! Thank you Nicki and Carlo! I've been watching your show for the past 3 years while I am taking care of my father at home, and now he is no longer with us, he went to heaven to his family there. I feel so sad that he no longer can view your beautiful episodes, plus the funniest thing he ever said to me, while watching your episodes, he would ask me where is this place, and I would say Italy and I use to bring home lots of Italian food, so he saw so much of Italy that he asked me once, are we in Italy, do we live in Italy? I thought that was the funniest thing he said, while taking care of him, and I told him that I want to go and live in Italy and he wanted to come with me...😢
Hi glad u back ❤❤,
Live where you want, when you want. I (and probably the family) trust you to be where you need to be.