I love buying cars, I go with all of my friends to help them out, and my goal is to leave there with the car in an hour. Here are some tips. Pay cash. Get a personal loan, don’t go through the dealer who LOVES to drag such things out FOREVER. Know what you’re going to spend, tell them what you’re going to spend, do your research so you know how much your car is worth, lay it out for the sales person and give them 10 minutes to give you an answer. If they don’t, walk away. I have never had to walk away from a car dealer, they always come running back to me. Your car dealer sounded as if he was involved in “bait and switch.” Mention it the next time, and tell them that that’s fraud and that you’ll report them. Ask the salesman for his name, ask for the manager’s name, ask for the dealership number. That gets them excited.
You Go girl!🚫🚗💫🗣💬👥⏳🖐🚪🙍♀️🏧💡💰💸❣😂🤣 You really should write "tips and tricks." Literally, In one comment you just saved us all and answered so much!!💃👍🤗🤷♀️💡💲
Please write this again on one of Nik's groups so we can copy it for our own files. This is the best advice I've ever recieved and I want to save it without manually typing it. tia.
Very good advice! My hubby is GREAT at the dealership! He doesn't mess around. We are the customer, they need to work with us! There are ALOT more places we can shop for a vehicle! And tell them that. They more than likely won't let you leave without giving you what you want or at least "very" close!!! 🙂
I do hope your husband's ok after his accident, and I hope you get a new Chapstick! Loved the video as always, and many congratulations on your 50k followers, you deserve every one of us. Love and hugs xxxxxxxxxxxxx
So sorry about your husband's accident, Nik. I hope he is on his way to feeling better. Having to deal with bull pucky car shysters on top of that is mind blowing (I can't believe this whole approach to selling cars hasn't disappeared yet. Thought it was to supposed to). I've been known to simply say "do you want me to buy a car from you...or don't you." Your story is a reminder that we all must be willing to walk away from a sale. It puts the deal desperation in their court. Big hugs to you after this past week, Ardith
Wow, you are pretty wiped aren't you. If it's not too cold I suggest going outdoors for a nice long walk. Breathe deep and enjoy nature. Then come home forget all your to-do's and take a nap or at least languish with a cup of tea. I love it when you put the little box of you up in the corner. You looked especially pretty today with your hair up. Love you and your work.
Nov 13 2018 I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer stage 3 ....you have saved me ....I get cold and can't warm up I've neuraphy in my hands and feet chemo has made it worse.......any whooooo.....you saved me I laugh and cry...happy tears and craft...till I can't no mo!!!! Love you and pleeese we get snow and cold it stays till the 4th of July!!!!!!!!! My family lives in Colorado...I see them quite often....you take care love and hugs to you and your hubby...💕
lol. Thank you for showing what a "real" file folder looks like. It seems the younger viewers think a "file folder" is a tiny icon on their computer where they store their work. :)
No matter what is happening, no matter what I am doing, I drop it all and watch Nik the second that notification comes on. I was literally in the middle of writing a message and the thingamagig dropped down that you have a new video and I just left mid message and came here to watch’ya. Praying for your hubby to get back in shape and y’all to get your new set of four wheels back in the garage. We don’t need you on a mopped in the middle of a Colorado winter.
It was good to see you again Nik. I hope your “orbit” gets back to normal soon. I can relate to the car buying experience. A few years ago my husband wanted to buy the Jeep he’s been wanting. So we went to the dealership, found the one he wanted, spoke with the salesman who spoke to the “brain in charge” to okay the deal. When it got to the payment I pulled out my checkbook and asked for the amount, the guy looked at me like I had all of a sudden grew another nose!! Then came the “you don’t want to finance? We offer very good rates”. Then it was my turn for the crazy look. “Oh hell no! We don’t do debt!! We will be paying cash”. Well that reply sucked the air out of the room! They don’t like that so much! Not as bad as your story but crazy nonetheless. Thanks so much for the freebie. Be well!! 😊🌸
You’re fabulous darling! I adore your videos! You didn’t say anything wrong or that we haven’t had to deal with. I love your life stories. Take care, hugs ❤️ Anna
You ARE appreciated so much Nik! And huge congrats on 50,000! Wow!!! Hope your husband recovers quickly and with no long term hang-ups. Mine had an accident about 7 years ago and it knocked him around quite a bit. BUT he was 60 and we don’t bounce back too quick at that age. All the best hon and thankyou! xxx
Awww, Nik, I sure hope both you & your hubby take a minute or three to just breathe & regroup after all you've been through! It touches me (& others here, I'm sure) that despite everything you still took the time to do this vid, plus the free digi for us! You are the best, as an artist & as a teacher; my day is always brighter when you post. Thanks for all you do & for sharing with us. Prayers for a better week!
This is my first time with you here today. I have to say that I could hear the pain in your throat as you tried to explain your week to us. I want hug you and tell you it's all going to be OK.. I paused the video right when you were about to share your creativity just because I wanted to let you know that people do care. I so hope that things are a bit better but even if they are not just keep truckin' hun.. You got this!! .. NOW.. onward with your video which I am sure will be something awesome.. Love and hugs.. Care
congrats on 50K+ subscibers Nik! thank you for being here and sharing your creativity-talents-and passion with us. what a week you've had :/ hope hubby will be ok, good for you walking out of car dealership! thanks for the freebie-love the file folder you made-your hair looks darling, stay warm-stay hydrated-be good to yourself, big hugs ;)
Nik, I enjoyed watching your video this morning... YOU and I have so much in common, I love how you make me LAUGH and feel NORMAL! LOL! The brain stuff, tiredness, chap stick, venting and yet personality so sweet n kind... sending you great big LUVnHUGZ, Rita Donnelly
I love listening to you ramble, Nik! Sorry you've had a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week. Thankful your husband was not injured! Hang in there! Pretty soon you can look back and say, "Whew! Made it!" Hugs to you!
So nice to see you again Nik! Sending well wishes to your hubby and hopefully you'll get all of the business taken care of soon. So happy for you on reaching 50K followers!!
I'm so sorry that happened and you have to deal with people like that! Glad hubby is ok. I hope and pray you get the car you need quickly and a whole lot less painfully. I love the folder, thankyou so much for showing us! Hope you feel better soon. Big hugs to you!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Congrats on 50+K! Thanks so much for the wonderful freebie. So sorry you and your husband are having to go through this accident stuff ... been there and done that and I definitely feel your pain!
Hey Nik......we love you too! Ramble all you want. I was so excited to see a TH-cam from you! I have missed you. So sorry about your hubby's accident and the pain of trying to car shop. I hope it all gets straightened out soon. But hooray for the 50 k subbies! And thanks for the free download. Take care!
I've been slightly bingeing your channel. And I have to say having the inset with your face makes your vids so much more relateable! Without it it just sounds like waffle, but seeing you is like, "YEP, I feel that!" Love it!
Thanks for all your creative inspirations. Looking forward to more. Wishing all well and speedy recovery from accidents. Happy to be one of the 50K. Ehugs
So sorry to hear that you and your husband had a crap week. All the best for next week and the new truck. Lovely project too. Thank you for the 50, 000 subbie gift. take care Karen.
I hope your hubby is dong better today! So excited that you have 50k subscribers what a blessing this is!! Also thanks so much for the freebies! You create the most beautiful things!
Adulting is never any fun, we played the same game selling our home! ... congratulations on your 50K ... Nikki you continue to do you ... we love you! Hope hubby recovers quickly! ❤️🐞
You are truly a special soul Nik, Thank you for all that you bring to us. I hope your husband is ok, and that you will also regain some much-needed energy and rest. 'Rant' away and some great advice at the end :) Love file folders, adorable and thank you for the download, and a huge congrats on the subscriber milestone! Well-deserved :)
Congratulations on 50,000 and the freebie is so beautiful! Sending some healing hugs to you both! I hope you both get lots of rest, nurturing and down time soon. Been through a very similar experience from accident to physical therapy, to new vehicle purchase, etc... Have to say, it was so traumatic, both physically and emotionally, especially dealing with the shady driver who caused it all, insurance folks, car salesmen... I swear I felt like I'd been through the grinding stones. Be kind with yourselves and soak up some of the fans love being shared in all the comments lovelies! 💜😘💜
If you can’t vent with us....who can you vent with....it’s all good. We all have times like this. Always good to get it ..you are great!!!!! Only goodness for the rest of this year. Hugs
Looks great. Nice to see you at the same time. Venting is definitely something we need to do from time to time and congrats on 50,000 subbies! Hugs & blessings.
So sorry to hear of he problems you are both having. Hope things are much better real soon. Thanks for sharing, and for the freebie you got together ! Look after yourselves.
There is something about your vocal intonations that reminds me of meg Ryan (a little deeper than meg) but so enjoyable to listen to as you make awesome stuff! Thanks for sharing your tile and talents! Hope you are staying safe and healthy and surviving covid-19!
Congratulations Nik. There is no wonder why you have reached that many subscribers. You are very talented and creative. Everything I've seen has been amazing and inspirational. You were the first page I subscribed too when I came into this Junk Journal world and have no regrets. Thank you for sharing always on all aspects. May your husband continue to heal and you as well. oxoxox
So sorry for your rough week but glad your husband is okay...congrats on your 50k (I’m glad to be one of them!!!) Thanks for the digi, it’s beautiful but then all your work is! Love all your work...as far as car dealers go, my husband and I have walked away a few times until we found the best deal, but you are right...who wants to play their games!!! Thanks again!
I feel you. My husband used to work at a car dealership and he said the best time to buy a car is the last day of the month, because they need to make their quota and make better deals.
We're here to learn & listen from you. Not ranting, venting is good for the soul. Love you lots! Congrats on the over 50k & thank you for the freebie & for the mini file folder tutorial! 💜🤗
Thank you so much for the freebie! Glad to listen - a good vent is so good for the soul. 50k lucky people out there - we get to enjoy your humor and learn so much from you and your squirrels! Thanks for sharing.
Nik, I hope your husband is OK. I can relate in 2016 my husband was on his way to work & a car nipped his bumper sending him out of his lane & he basically ping ponged across 3 lanes of traffic & hit the median wall & spun around & then a semi hit him in the drivers side. Yeah. They had to cut the top of the car off to get him out. Amazingly he was not hurt that bad. His angels were working overtime that day. I watch you on TH-cam & really have learned so much from you. It will all work out as you know & Thanksgiving will have an extra special meaning this year for you.
So glad your husband is ok. It seems these kind of weeks come more frequently now than they use to. Loved you video. The car dealership was pulling a BAIT AND SWITCH! You did the right thing walking away from those SHYSTERS. Be Blessed.❤️
Ok, take a deep breath......first, your hair looks adorable! You're fortunate to have the face shape that looks fab with hair up or down (I could hate you for that alone...LOL), next, you didn't mention, but it seems like your hubs is ok (hopefully), next, I'd love to know what your chapstick is because it's a pretty color and I live in dry, dry Colorado, too, next, I LOVE THAT FOLDER!, next, buying a car - that's why I owned 3 Saturns back in the day because they DID NOT haggle - you walk in, pick the car you want, pay for it and drive it home and the cars were awesome quality-wise (probably why they dropped the brand in the 2008 crash), next, last - but certainly not least - CONGRATULATIONS on 50k!!! FEEL THE LOVE!!! oh, squirrel......
Great idea Nik, thanks for the freebie, printed it off straight away, love it. I hope you have a better week this week and your husband recovers quickly.Thanks for sharing. Take care. Xx
Woo hoo! Congrats for reaching more than 50,000 subbies! Quite the milestone! Car salesmen are the worst! Right up there with furniture and rug salesmen. Hope the upcoming week is better. TFS the inspiration and freebie, Nik!
Wow.. you've had a week. So glad you came in and shared with us. Hope hubby's okay. as to car dealerships, you did right in walking out. Our local news channel has a consumer advocate. I'd have sicked Ashley on that dealership in a heartbeat to keep them from doing that to others. Thanks for the freebie. Creative Blessings!
I hope our hubby is better today and that it was not a very serious accident Thank you so much for your videos and your freebie. Hugs for a better week yes and congrats on your subbies 50K is amazing
Hope this next week is 100% better than this past week and your husband has recovered from the accident. I hate buying a car I'm like you and they should have a price on it and that it is. Why do you have to talk them down. So glad you vented but extra glad that you gathered your toys and decided to go play with better people. Can't wait for your class and thank you so much for sharing your talent with us. Love you.
Your bed hair looks adorable, so sorry to hear of your bad week and most importantly that hubby is okay! Congratulations on 50.4 K wow! Great to see you back and bearing gifts!
I hear you! I'd rather go to my dentist than deal with car shopping! I hope you & your hubby get back to normal soon. The older I get the more I want COMFORT & life less a hassle! Missed ya!
Relieved to hear that your hubby is okay. Sooooooo can relate to the agony of car-shopping. That old 'bait and switch' tactic is not only shady, you're absolutely right: it is also demeaning. And, for the record, didn't think you were whining--venting is different. And if it's in anyway helpful for you to do so here, then it's some teeny, tiny way we can give back, you know? We wait for your videos with great anticipation and in my opinion, you could read the phone book (wait, are there even STILL phone books??) and it would still be a pleasure to spend time with you and the squirrels. Loving you muchly. Congratulations of 50K!
Nik, we love you..Thank you for making vids for us even when life is being annoying. We appreciate all you do for us. You always make me smile. You def deserve every single follower that ya get. xx
Thank you so so much for your free digitals, they printed just perfect, I loved how you put in the different sizes to print... its so exciting to watch you scrap to show a variety of tricks.....when we bought our car they added $500 of extra stuff that was applied to the car before, so I talked to the manager took off the $500 dollars so we bought the brand new car....Glad your talking about this & scrapping....
Had a large car crash 11 years ago, after 6 months and some help, therapy and time my way back from the dark was getting my motorbike licence and a big girl bike. Hope your hubby is okay and you are coping too. It's a big deal take the time you need, we all 50k will be here with the squirrels when you feel better x
Hello Nik! Congrats on the 50K Mamacita! So sorry about the accident. Hope Hubby is on the mend. You always have those bodily after shocks when the adrenalin subsides. I have to say Amen to the car sales conversation. My best car purchase was having a broker and friend go to an auction; gave them my max, they looked around, put in the bid and I went and picked it up. Yep, it was the way to go. Thanks for the freebie. It's now in my Nik Eco file. I really love all of the projects you've shared using manila folders. You're the best!
So sorry to hear about your accident....hope your husband is ok! Ahh...dealerships...my hubby is great at buying vehicles from them! He tells them, "Well...we can just go down the road then." Meaning the other dealership that is practically right there....Truly, there are a ton of them! I get it, that they are a sales person. BUT, they don't have to treat us as though we were born yesterday!! Thanks for the freebie, Nik! Congrats on the 50,000+ subbies!! Hugs 😍 Suzy x
How nice to put a face to a voice. You keep me entertained Nik. You are so talented and also so generous with your ideas. Thanks so much. You would make an awesome teacher. Kids would just adore you. Best greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦 I am subscribed ✌️😎🍒
This is a fun project, thank you! Buying a car is worse than getting a root canal! If you are not too far away from Boulder, I would highly recommend Fisher Honda; they treated us well and didn’t play a bunch of mind games with us when we had to replace our car a few years ago. They have an Acura dealership, too. (No financial connections, just felt like they were the best car dealer I have ever dealt with.) Good luck recovering from the wreck and getting back to normal!
If you can’t talk to your friends who can you vent all those feelings to, so much better out then bottling it up. Love the tutorial as always x from Jane in Jersey, Channel Islands x
Hey Nik - don't worry about us - family is most important, glad your husband is okay 'cause cars can be replaced but not family. Congrats on reaching 50k you deserve it really love your work. Thank you for the freebies.
I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's accident. Thank goodness he is ok. Congrats on 50K! That is amazing. Those folders are so useful. Thanks for the idea of cutting them down to a smaller size. I love it. Your hair looks great. Very sophisticated actually. You have earned a whine after that week. My goodness. Take care.
I was really worried when I couldnt find you! I'm so sorry about your husband's accident. Hope he's OK! Love your idea! Yep there are people like that. We don't deal with their kind. Feel better soon! tyfs PS: I like your hair like that!
They are called "carriage quips", because you think of the perfect come-back on the carriage ride home. Good luck with buying the new truck. We've had mostly good experiences, and a couple of walk aways. Love the mini-file folders, great inserts.
I’m sorry to hear about your husband’s accident and the loss of his truck. I have had the nasty lying car salesmen before. But I also have had one wonderful salesman after my car was totaled. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop and be disappointed by him, but it never happened. Yes, I’m still amazed and pleased! We develop a relationship with our daily transportation. My car, Pearl, (guess what color she is!), has little quirks. Now your hubby will need to develop a new understanding of his next vehicle. Thank you for the freebie! I wish you and hubby a quick return to normal daily life.
Nik, if there was a recall on the vehicle, wouldn't the manufacturer assume the cost of the repairs/replacement? I thought that's how recalls worked. That whole thing sounds pretty shady to me.
HI NIK-SO SORRY FOR YOUR TROUBLES-GLAD YOU GUYS ARE OK-THANKS FOR THE DOWNLOAD-YOUR PROJECT TURNED OUT SO LOVELY AS ALWAYS-I AM SO PROUD OF YOU FOR TAKING UP FOR YOURSELF-YOU ARE MY HERO- TFS-LOVE/HUGS/BLESSINGS
Oh Nic I hope hubby is all right. It's not only car dealers that are sketchy and pushy. I needed a new printer and the guy tried to sell me one with all the bells and whistles. I let him ramble on until he was done. Then I just turned around and walked out. Ya you did the right thing. And you can rant and whine all you want. Just take care of yourself and your hubby. Also thank you so much for the freebie.
Congratulations on your 50K!! Sorry about hubby's accident. Totally agree on the car buying BS. We should be able to buy cars like everything else. Love your videos and thank you for the freebie. You totally rock!
Welcome back - welcome back to you!!!! Loved every minute of this and you can rant, rave, whine, cry, shout, do whatever Nik - and I'll be here, giving the big ole thumb up and apparently alot of others feel the same with 50k subs - happy for you. until next video - sending happy thoughts your way and I just luv ya!!!!❤❤❤
Another appreciated video. Venting is good! Love the folder and download. Its seems to be all departments in a dealership. Just this week dealership service dept tried to sell me a part for double what local mechanic told me. And their sky high labor charges change so often they were written on the white board in erasable marker. Glad the accident wasn't worse and you feel better soon.
Oh my dear, now I don't usually comment but wow you've been through a tough time. I'm sending you huge ginormous vurtual hugs. My prayers are with you and your husband. I've truly missed you, I always look forward to seeing your vids, you are one hell of a talented artists, and you always make me smile. Hugs hugs and more hugs.
Oh my gosh Nik....loved it! Hubby and I also purchased a used pick up this week. Hubby used to be a service manager at an auto dealership And I was a loan officer. Knowledge IS power! We love to “haggle” over prices etc. So far because of our knowledge we seem to come out of the transaction on top. But you are right....why oh why must we play the game.
Hope your hubby is OK. Feel for you with the car buying - don't like being messed with either! CONGRATS on 50k+ - well deserved! Great looking folder - thanks for the freebie. You take care, keep warm, rest as soon as you can, and see you back when you're ready. Oh, and treat yourself to a new chapstick!!
I love buying cars, I go with all of my friends to help them out, and my goal is to leave there with the car in an hour. Here are some tips. Pay cash. Get a personal loan, don’t go through the dealer who LOVES to drag such things out FOREVER. Know what you’re going to spend, tell them what you’re going to spend, do your research so you know how much your car is worth, lay it out for the sales person and give them 10 minutes to give you an answer. If they don’t, walk away. I have never had to walk away from a car dealer, they always come running back to me. Your car dealer sounded as if he was involved in “bait and switch.” Mention it the next time, and tell them that that’s fraud and that you’ll report them. Ask the salesman for his name, ask for the manager’s name, ask for the dealership number. That gets them excited.
Yes, yes, yes
You Go girl!🚫🚗💫🗣💬👥⏳🖐🚪🙍♀️🏧💡💰💸❣😂🤣
You really should write "tips and tricks."
Literally, In one comment you just saved us all and answered so much!!💃👍🤗🤷♀️💡💲
Please write this again on one of Nik's groups so we can copy it for our own files. This is the best advice I've ever recieved and I want to save it without manually typing it. tia.
Very good advice! My hubby is GREAT at the dealership! He doesn't mess around. We are the customer, they need to work with us! There are ALOT more places we can shop for a vehicle! And tell them that. They more than likely won't let you leave without giving you what you want or at least "very" close!!! 🙂
Thank you for the email!
I do hope your husband's ok after his accident, and I hope you get a new Chapstick! Loved the video as always, and many congratulations on your 50k followers, you deserve every one of us. Love and hugs xxxxxxxxxxxxx
So sorry about your husband's accident, Nik. I hope he is on his way to feeling better. Having to deal with bull pucky car shysters on top of that is mind blowing (I can't believe this whole approach to selling cars hasn't disappeared yet. Thought it was to supposed to). I've been known to simply say "do you want me to buy a car from you...or don't you." Your story is a reminder that we all must be willing to walk away from a sale. It puts the deal desperation in their court. Big hugs to you after this past week, Ardith
Wow, you are pretty wiped aren't you. If it's not too cold I suggest going outdoors for a nice long walk. Breathe deep and enjoy nature. Then come home forget all your to-do's and take a nap or at least languish with a cup of tea. I love it when you put the little box of you up in the corner. You looked especially pretty today with your hair up. Love you and your work.
Nov 13 2018 I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer stage 3 ....you have saved me ....I get cold and can't warm up I've neuraphy in my hands and feet chemo has made it worse.......any whooooo.....you saved me I laugh and cry...happy tears and craft...till I can't no mo!!!! Love you and pleeese we get snow and cold it stays till the 4th of July!!!!!!!!! My family lives in Colorado...I see them quite often....you take care love and hugs to you and your hubby...💕
lol. Thank you for showing what a "real" file folder looks like. It seems the younger viewers think a "file folder" is a tiny icon on their computer where they store their work. :)
Glad your husband is well. Love your ramblings and tutorials.
You could use a bunch of these files on the outside of each signature of a book so it is sectioned off and looks like a filing cabinet! Love it!!!
Carrie Hudson I love that idea!
I wonder how many viewers got the " that'll do pig, that'll do" because I did and use that phrase from time to time.
I did! Made me laugh!
I say it all the time. Lol
Take ten hungry, sleepy children with you... the dealer will give you whatever you want so you will leave. It’s ok to borrow you friends children. ♥️
lol, love this tip. You're a funny gal!
I want to thank you for the picture in a picture of you. I like to see who the TH-cam is.
No matter what is happening, no matter what I am doing, I drop it all and watch Nik the second that notification comes on. I was literally in the middle of writing a message and the thingamagig dropped down that you have a new video and I just left mid message and came here to watch’ya. Praying for your hubby to get back in shape and y’all to get your new set of four wheels back in the garage. We don’t need you on a mopped in the middle of a Colorado winter.
I drop everything too!
Love me some Nik the Booksmith videos/stories anytime of the day/night❣
It was good to see you again Nik. I hope your “orbit” gets back to normal soon. I can relate to the car buying experience. A few years ago my husband wanted to buy the Jeep he’s been wanting. So we went to the dealership, found the one he wanted, spoke with the salesman who spoke to the “brain in charge” to okay the deal. When it got to the payment I pulled out my checkbook and asked for the amount, the guy looked at me like I had all of a sudden grew another nose!! Then came the “you don’t want to finance? We offer very good rates”. Then it was my turn for the crazy look. “Oh hell no! We don’t do debt!! We will be paying cash”. Well that reply sucked the air out of the room! They don’t like that so much! Not as bad as your story but crazy nonetheless. Thanks so much for the freebie. Be well!! 😊🌸
You’re fabulous darling! I adore your videos! You didn’t say anything wrong or that we haven’t had to deal with. I love your life stories. Take care, hugs ❤️ Anna
You ARE appreciated so much Nik! And huge congrats on 50,000! Wow!!! Hope your husband recovers quickly and with no long term hang-ups. Mine had an accident about 7 years ago and it knocked him around quite a bit. BUT he was 60 and we don’t bounce back too quick at that age. All the best hon and thankyou! xxx
Awww, Nik, I sure hope both you & your hubby take a minute or three to just breathe & regroup after all you've been through! It touches me (& others here, I'm sure) that despite everything you still took the time to do this vid, plus the free digi for us! You are the best, as an artist & as a teacher; my day is always brighter when you post. Thanks for all you do & for sharing with us. Prayers for a better week!
This is my first time with you here today. I have to say that I could hear the pain in your throat as you tried to explain your week to us. I want hug you and tell you it's all going to be OK.. I paused the video right when you were about to share your creativity just because I wanted to let you know that people do care. I so hope that things are a bit better but even if they are not just keep truckin' hun.. You got this!! .. NOW.. onward with your video which I am sure will be something awesome.. Love and hugs.. Care
congrats on 50K+ subscibers Nik! thank you for being here and sharing your creativity-talents-and passion with us. what a week you've had :/ hope hubby will be ok, good for you walking out of car dealership! thanks for the freebie-love the file folder you made-your hair looks darling, stay warm-stay hydrated-be good to yourself, big hugs ;)
Nik, I enjoyed watching your video this morning... YOU and I have so much in common, I love how you make me LAUGH and feel NORMAL! LOL! The brain stuff, tiredness, chap stick, venting and yet personality so sweet n kind... sending you great big LUVnHUGZ, Rita Donnelly
I love listening to you ramble, Nik! Sorry you've had a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week. Thankful your husband was not injured! Hang in there! Pretty soon you can look back and say, "Whew! Made it!" Hugs to you!
So nice to see you again Nik! Sending well wishes to your hubby and hopefully you'll get all of the business taken care of soon. So happy for you on reaching 50K followers!!
I'm so sorry that happened and you have to deal with people like that! Glad hubby is ok. I hope and pray you get the car you need quickly and a whole lot less painfully. I love the folder, thankyou so much for showing us! Hope you feel better soon. Big hugs to you!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Congrats on 50+K! Thanks so much for the wonderful freebie. So sorry you and your husband are having to go through this accident stuff ... been there and done that and I definitely feel your pain!
Hey Nik......we love you too! Ramble all you want. I was so excited to see a TH-cam from you! I have missed you. So sorry about your hubby's accident and the pain of trying to car shop. I hope it all gets straightened out soon. But hooray for the 50 k subbies! And thanks for the free download. Take care!
I am so sorry about the accident! I am glad your husband is okay! Congrats on the 50K - you deserve it!
I've been slightly bingeing your channel. And I have to say having the inset with your face makes your vids so much more relateable! Without it it just sounds like waffle, but seeing you is like, "YEP, I feel that!"
Love it!
Thanks for all your creative inspirations. Looking forward to more. Wishing all well and speedy recovery from accidents. Happy to be one of the 50K. Ehugs
So sorry to hear that you and your husband had a crap week. All the best for next week and the new truck. Lovely project too. Thank you for the 50, 000 subbie gift. take care Karen.
I hope your hubby is dong better today! So excited that you have 50k subscribers what a blessing this is!! Also thanks so much for the freebies! You create the most beautiful things!
Adulting is never any fun, we played the same game selling our home! ... congratulations on your 50K ... Nikki you continue to do you ... we love you! Hope hubby recovers quickly! ❤️🐞
You are truly a special soul Nik, Thank you for all that you bring to us. I hope your husband is ok, and that you will also regain some much-needed energy and rest. 'Rant' away and some great advice at the end :) Love file folders, adorable and thank you for the download, and a huge congrats on the subscriber milestone! Well-deserved :)
Congratulations on 50,000 and the freebie is so beautiful! Sending some healing hugs to you both! I hope you both get lots of rest, nurturing and down time soon. Been through a very similar experience from accident to physical therapy, to new vehicle purchase, etc... Have to say, it was so traumatic, both physically and emotionally, especially dealing with the shady driver who caused it all, insurance folks, car salesmen... I swear I felt like I'd been through the grinding stones. Be kind with yourselves and soak up some of the fans love being shared in all the comments lovelies! 💜😘💜
If you can’t vent with us....who can you vent with....it’s all good. We all have times like this. Always good to get it ..you are great!!!!! Only goodness for the rest of this year. Hugs
Looks great. Nice to see you at the same time. Venting is definitely something we need to do from time to time and congrats on 50,000 subbies! Hugs & blessings.
Missed my weekly dose of NIK ! Glad you are back !
So sorry to hear of he problems you are both having. Hope things are much better real soon. Thanks for sharing, and for the freebie you got together ! Look after yourselves.
You're so funny, smart, and talented, that's why I love your channel so much! Hang in there dear. God bless you.
You don't steal our time, you inhance it. I love you to Nik. Your videos are so good! Sorry for all your troubles.
There is something about your vocal intonations that reminds me of meg Ryan (a little deeper than meg) but so enjoyable to listen to as you make awesome stuff! Thanks for sharing your tile and talents! Hope you are staying safe and healthy and surviving covid-19!
Thanks for the freebie digi download, and it's Always nice to see what you do. Congrats on the 50K.
Congratulations on 50,000!!! So sorry about the car accident, I’m so glad you are all okay! Thanks for the video and freebie!
Fifty thousand!!! Incredible. Congratulations. 😍
Congratulations Nik. There is no wonder why you have reached that many subscribers. You are very talented and creative. Everything I've seen has been amazing and inspirational. You were the first page I subscribed too when I came into this Junk Journal world and have no regrets. Thank you for sharing always on all aspects. May your husband continue to heal and you as well. oxoxox
So sorry for your rough week but glad your husband is okay...congrats on your 50k (I’m glad to be one of them!!!) Thanks for the digi, it’s beautiful but then all your work is! Love all your work...as far as car dealers go, my husband and I have walked away a few times until we found the best deal, but you are right...who wants to play their games!!! Thanks again!
I feel you. My husband used to work at a car dealership and he said the best time to buy a car is the last day of the month, because they need to make their quota and make better deals.
Interesting to know. tfs
Oh, I hope hes going to be ok,sending lots of hugs , good vibes
We're here to learn & listen from you. Not ranting, venting is good for the soul. Love you lots! Congrats on the over 50k & thank you for the freebie & for the mini file folder tutorial! 💜🤗
Thank you so much for the freebie! Glad to listen - a good vent is so good for the soul. 50k lucky people out there - we get to enjoy your humor and learn so much from you and your squirrels! Thanks for sharing.
Nik, I hope your husband is OK. I can relate in 2016 my husband was on his way to work & a car nipped his bumper sending him out of his lane & he basically ping ponged across 3 lanes of traffic & hit the median wall & spun around & then a semi hit him in the drivers side. Yeah. They had to cut the top of the car off to get him out. Amazingly he was not hurt that bad. His angels were working overtime that day. I watch you on TH-cam & really have learned so much from you. It will all work out as you know & Thanksgiving will have an extra special meaning this year for you.
congratulations on your 50K!! you were the first artist to whom I subscribed. Thank you so much for the download; it's beautiful.
So glad your husband is ok. It seems these kind of weeks come more frequently now than they use to. Loved you video. The car dealership was pulling a BAIT AND SWITCH! You did the right thing walking away from those SHYSTERS. Be Blessed.❤️
Ok, take a deep breath......first, your hair looks adorable! You're fortunate to have the face shape that looks fab with hair up or down (I could hate you for that alone...LOL), next, you didn't mention, but it seems like your hubs is ok (hopefully), next, I'd love to know what your chapstick is because it's a pretty color and I live in dry, dry Colorado, too, next, I LOVE THAT FOLDER!, next, buying a car - that's why I owned 3 Saturns back in the day because they DID NOT haggle - you walk in, pick the car you want, pay for it and drive it home and the cars were awesome quality-wise (probably why they dropped the brand in the 2008 crash), next, last - but certainly not least - CONGRATULATIONS on 50k!!! FEEL THE LOVE!!! oh, squirrel......
Great idea Nik, thanks for the freebie, printed it off straight away, love it. I hope you have a better week this week and your husband recovers quickly.Thanks for sharing. Take care. Xx
Woo hoo! Congrats for reaching more than 50,000 subbies! Quite the milestone! Car salesmen are the worst! Right up there with furniture and rug salesmen. Hope the upcoming week is better. TFS the inspiration and freebie, Nik!
Wow.. you've had a week. So glad you came in and shared with us. Hope hubby's okay. as to car dealerships, you did right in walking out. Our local news channel has a consumer advocate. I'd have sicked Ashley on that dealership in a heartbeat to keep them from doing that to others. Thanks for the freebie. Creative Blessings!
Love you back Nik! You are a great teacher! No worries. Congrats on 50k! You are everything special!
Sorry about your husband's accident and praying he's OK. Happy about your 50K. Congrats! Love your videos!
I hope our hubby is better today and that it was not a very serious accident Thank you so much for your videos and your freebie. Hugs for a better week yes and congrats on your subbies 50K is amazing
So sorry about the accident from your hubby ❤ Big hugs from germany too you too 😙 thanks for sharing Nic it look beautyful 😍 ❤
Prayers for quick recovery for the hubby. Congratulations on the 50,000 subbies!
Congratulations on the 50K subscribers! Sorry about your rough week, hopefully everything will right itself soon. Thanks for sharing, Nik.
Hope this next week is 100% better than this past week and your husband has recovered from the accident. I hate buying a car I'm like you and they should have a price on it and that it is. Why do you have to talk them down. So glad you vented but extra glad that you gathered your toys and decided to go play with better people. Can't wait for your class and thank you so much for sharing your talent with us. Love you.
Your bed hair looks adorable, so sorry to hear of your bad week and most importantly that hubby is okay! Congratulations on 50.4 K wow! Great to see you back and bearing gifts!
I hear you! I'd rather go to my dentist than deal with car shopping! I hope you & your hubby get back to normal soon. The older I get the more I want COMFORT & life less a hassle! Missed ya!
Relieved to hear that your hubby is okay. Sooooooo can relate to the agony of car-shopping. That old 'bait and switch' tactic is not only shady, you're absolutely right: it is also demeaning. And, for the record, didn't think you were whining--venting is different. And if it's in anyway helpful for you to do so here, then it's some teeny, tiny way we can give back, you know? We wait for your videos with great anticipation and in my opinion, you could read the phone book (wait, are there even STILL phone books??) and it would still be a pleasure to spend time with you and the squirrels. Loving you muchly. Congratulations of 50K!
Nik, we love you..Thank you for making vids for us even when life is being annoying. We appreciate all you do for us. You always make me smile. You def deserve every single follower that ya get. xx
Glad your husband is ok and I am so sorry to hear about his accident. Glad you are back and congratulations on 50K!
Thank you so so much for your free digitals, they printed just perfect, I loved how you put in the different sizes to print... its so exciting to watch you scrap to show a variety of tricks.....when we bought our car they added $500 of extra stuff that was applied to the car before, so I talked to the manager took off the $500 dollars so we bought the brand new car....Glad your talking about this & scrapping....
Had a large car crash 11 years ago, after 6 months and some help, therapy and time my way back from the dark was getting my motorbike licence and a big girl bike. Hope your hubby is okay and you are coping too. It's a big deal take the time you need, we all 50k will be here with the squirrels when you feel better x
Love you Nik!!!
Hello Nik! Congrats on the 50K Mamacita! So sorry about the accident. Hope Hubby is on the mend. You always have those bodily after shocks when the adrenalin subsides. I have to say Amen to the car sales conversation. My best car purchase was having a broker and friend go to an auction; gave them my max, they looked around, put in the bid and I went and picked it up. Yep, it was the way to go. Thanks for the freebie. It's now in my Nik Eco file. I really love all of the projects you've shared using manila folders. You're the best!
So sorry to hear about your accident....hope your husband is ok! Ahh...dealerships...my hubby is great at buying vehicles from them! He tells them, "Well...we can just go down the road then." Meaning the other dealership that is practically right there....Truly, there are a ton of them! I get it, that they are a sales person. BUT, they don't have to treat us as though we were born yesterday!! Thanks for the freebie, Nik! Congrats on the 50,000+ subbies!! Hugs 😍 Suzy x
How nice to put a face to a voice. You keep me entertained Nik. You are so talented and also so generous with your ideas. Thanks so much. You would make an awesome teacher. Kids would just adore you. Best greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦 I am subscribed ✌️😎🍒
This is a fun project, thank you! Buying a car is worse than getting a root canal! If you are not too far away from Boulder, I would highly recommend Fisher Honda; they treated us well and didn’t play a bunch of mind games with us when we had to replace our car a few years ago. They have an Acura dealership, too. (No financial connections, just felt like they were the best car dealer I have ever dealt with.) Good luck recovering from the wreck and getting back to normal!
If you can’t talk to your friends who can you vent all those feelings to, so much better out then bottling it up. Love the tutorial as always x from Jane in Jersey, Channel Islands x
I like watching your videos because you're real. It's like listening to a friend. I wish you well.
Hey Nik - don't worry about us - family is most important, glad your husband is okay 'cause cars can be replaced but not family. Congrats on reaching 50k you deserve it really love your work. Thank you for the freebies.
I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's accident. Thank goodness he is ok. Congrats on 50K! That is amazing. Those folders are so useful. Thanks for the idea of cutting them down to a smaller size. I love it. Your hair looks great. Very sophisticated actually. You have earned a whine after that week. My goodness. Take care.
I was really worried when I couldnt find you! I'm so sorry about your husband's accident. Hope he's OK! Love your idea! Yep there are people like that. We don't deal with their kind. Feel better soon! tyfs PS: I like your hair like that!
Sorry about the accident and hope things are back to normal for you soon. Congratulations on the over 50K!!
CONGRATULATIONS on 50k!! That’s amazing!!
They are called "carriage quips", because you think of the perfect come-back on the carriage ride home. Good luck with buying the new truck. We've had mostly good experiences, and a couple of walk aways. Love the mini-file folders, great inserts.
I hope your husband is feeling much better. A frightening experience. Thank you, as always for your time to share.
I’m sorry to hear about your husband’s accident and the loss of his truck. I have had the nasty lying car salesmen before. But I also have had one wonderful salesman after my car was totaled. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop and be disappointed by him, but it never happened. Yes, I’m still amazed and pleased! We develop a relationship with our daily transportation. My car, Pearl, (guess what color she is!), has little quirks. Now your hubby will need to develop a new understanding of his next vehicle. Thank you for the freebie! I wish you and hubby a quick return to normal daily life.
Nik, if there was a recall on the vehicle, wouldn't the manufacturer assume the cost of the repairs/replacement? I thought that's how recalls worked. That whole thing sounds pretty shady to me.
HI NIK-SO SORRY FOR YOUR TROUBLES-GLAD YOU GUYS ARE OK-THANKS FOR THE DOWNLOAD-YOUR PROJECT TURNED OUT SO LOVELY AS ALWAYS-I AM SO PROUD OF YOU FOR TAKING UP FOR YOURSELF-YOU ARE MY HERO- TFS-LOVE/HUGS/BLESSINGS
Oh Nic I hope hubby is all right. It's not only car dealers that are sketchy and pushy. I needed a new printer and the guy tried to sell me one with all the bells and whistles. I let him ramble on until he was done. Then I just turned around and walked out. Ya you did the right thing. And you can rant and whine all you want. Just take care of yourself and your hubby. Also thank you so much for the freebie.
THERE you are!!! Good to see you again, glad your husband is alright! Congrats on the 50K and thank you for the gorgeous freebie 🙏
So sorry about your troubles. Hope all goes well. Thanks for the freebie, you are a doll!
Congratulations on your 50K!! Sorry about hubby's accident. Totally agree on the car buying BS. We should be able to buy cars like everything else.
Love your videos and thank you for the freebie. You totally rock!
HAPPY 50.4K!!! So sorry about the accident. I do love a good squirreling crafty chin-wag session, tho. GREAT way to end a long day! :-)
I love your rants. Cuz I feel the same way. Hate to buy cars, paper work added fees, takes so long.
Congrats on 50 k
Karla
So sorry to hear about your hubby's accident and all the complications that brings. tfs this fun project Take care and get a new chapstick xx
Welcome back - welcome back to you!!!! Loved every minute of this and you can rant, rave, whine, cry, shout, do whatever Nik - and I'll be here, giving the big ole thumb up and apparently alot of others feel the same with 50k subs - happy for you. until next video - sending happy thoughts your way and I just luv ya!!!!❤❤❤
Another appreciated video. Venting is good! Love the folder and download.
Its seems to be all departments in a dealership. Just this week dealership service dept tried to sell me a part for double what local mechanic told me. And their sky high labor charges change so often they were written on the white board in erasable marker.
Glad the accident wasn't worse and you feel better soon.
Oh my dear, now I don't usually comment but wow you've been through a tough time. I'm sending you huge ginormous vurtual hugs. My prayers are with you and your husband. I've truly missed you, I always look forward to seeing your vids, you are one hell of a talented artists, and you always make me smile. Hugs hugs and more hugs.
Love you for being you Nik.
Oh my gosh Nik....loved it! Hubby and I also purchased a used pick up this week. Hubby used to be a service manager at an auto dealership And I was a loan officer. Knowledge IS power! We love to “haggle” over prices etc. So far because of our knowledge we seem to come out of the transaction on top. But you are right....why oh why must we play the game.
Hope your hubby is OK. Feel for you with the car buying - don't like being messed with either! CONGRATS on 50k+ - well deserved! Great looking folder - thanks for the freebie. You take care, keep warm, rest as soon as you can, and see you back when you're ready. Oh, and treat yourself to a new chapstick!!
Thanks for the freebie Nik. Love it. Congrats on your 50k. 👍