I've been a friend of your channel for quite awhile, and gave a like to every video but I've never commented. Seeing Alfie here pushed me over the edge. I'm sure millions of people all over the world are like me and have been fascinated by falconry from childhood. Sadly very few of us will ever own, hunt or have the privilege of caring for these enchanting birds. So on behalf of all of us allow me to thank you, James, Alfie, and all your lovely animals for providing us the vicarious experience of what is to be a falconer. And please, the next time some numbscull criticizes your work think of us, the over a quarter of a million of your friends who love and admire you and what you do. Now off into the wild blue yonder !
1.) I'm so very glad you posted this video! 2.) I'm so very glad you took your time. "Quality life" comes before TH-cam. I'd rather see an interesting video sporadically than some "force fed" content. You're doing splendidly in striking that balance. Cheers & Merry Christmas!
What a heart-warming update. I loved it all: the view, a glimpse into your life, Alfie, and of course, Fable. Glad everyone is doing well. Don't ever feel the need to apologize for prioritizing life before TH-cam 💙💙
American culture tend to vilify these birds but I have been attracted to them for a very long time for their intelligence, their mischievousness and now, as your videos about Fable show, their boundless affection. Thank you for sharing this extra ordinary bird as some Native Americans exalt as deities. Boop Boop and mu-ah!
Hey Amy, you've been on my mind the last 10 days or so. the last salmon run of the year is on right now, so the bald eagles are really easy to spot along the river. i see them and offer up prayers for you and your family. your report was a blessing for me to receive this morning, such a lovely day. Merry Christmas to all and hugs to the little guy. ken
Amy, I was so happy to see you post again! Even though your uploads are infrequent, thank you for sharing your life with us. It fills my heart with joy to have been educated on such wonderful creatures as birds of prey. There are a pair of ravens that just moved in where I live and watching them waddle around is my favorite thing in the world.
Seeing Fable fly so far off makes be anxious but like my little barn owl she never git too far from sight. It's been a while seeing Alfie has grown to a propper little man! 💖
Been feeding some wild crows for some weeks, and we recently had the first snowfall of the season. Let me tell you, they were NOT pleased with the icky white stuff! The peanuts, on the other hand, were greatly appreciated
Good to see you posting again Amy! I can't believe that the little fellow is walking now! My how time flies by! So glad that Fable is still up to her normal antics around the farm. I wish you & your family a very Happy Holiday Season! Be well & stay safe! 👍👍💖💖🌲🌲🦅🦅
Hello from the southern United States! We missed seeing you guys and the amazing Fable. It's nice to hear the famous boop boops again! I can't imagine how busy you are trying to run a homestead, take care of a busy 1 year old and all of those beautiful birds. After a hectic week, it is such a joy to see Miss Fable!
My daughter and I have been watching your videos since she was born 16 months ago. We have chickens, finches, cockatiels, and a cat, but the smile my daughter gets on her face when she sees Fable is completely special. Being that my wife and I both work, we totally get how life gets BUSY and content has to be prioritized properly, which means it just needs to wait cuz everything else is more important. In addition to full time work, I used to stream at night, but I've had to chill on that for awhile to prioritize helping this kid at night with reading before bed and teething and all the thing that come with kiddos, and it's the most wonderful thing in the world. Glad to see you and your family are enjoying it, too! Wishing you the best and thank you for your work!
It is so good to see you again! I really have missed your posts. Since we last saw you, your baby has turned into a full-fledged toddler. Your new home is lovely and Fable is the most beautiful monochrome bird I've ever seen. I'm glad to hear that you intend to start posting again. You've been missed. Your posts make my day.
Thank you so much for sharing your love of animals with all of us. My great great grandfather MacKinnon emigrated to the US in the 1800's. I did not realize Scotland got snow. Happy Christmas to you all. Boop-boop. Mmwah. 🤗
I just finished reading a fantastic book called 'A Most Remarkable Creature' by Jonathan Meiburg, and I thought often of this channel while doing so. The book is filled with history, both human and natural, and describes the various species of caracara falcons in South America. They are not like the 'true' falcons in that they are social, curious omnivores; more like Fable than your other birds. There is so much fascinating detail and description. I just cannot recommend it highly enough for anyone who follows this channel, or for those who make it! And you and Alfie tossing rocks into the stream took me right back to doing the same with my young son 20 years ago! He's nearly done with engineering school now. Time truly does fly.
Never feel you have to justify putting your family or life in front of our entertainment. May your family thrive and thank you for what you decide to show us. It's a joy to see your joy.
Thank you so much for sharing your family (feathered and non-feathered). I have really missed what you usually share with us, Alfie is so big now. I absolutely love your relationship with Fable.
What a wonderful gift you just gave your viewers! Certaintly a little slice of heaven with your beautiful child, Fable and amazing landscape. Thank you❤️
Your videos are a joy and Alfie makes them even more fun ! I have bonded with our local birds over the cold snap and they are getting very confident around me , even demanding second lunch ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Alfie is so cute! Looking forward to watching him grow. I'm thinking Fable is going to start crowing like a rooster sometime soon. So good to see you again.
So glad to see you Amy, Alfi and Fable having fun in the snow! Can't wait to see some more videos. I love the outdoors, especially the winter. I lived in Sweden for a while and winter was and still is my favourite season in Europe, even though I live in Australia, now!
It's crazy that I have just reminded myself about your amazing channel and here is a new video after some time of absence. Cheers to you, your family and the birds!
Videos of various maintenance routines are interesting: cleaning, feeding, weighing, whatever, etc. Our family had three granddaughters this summer of 2022 so we know you are completely in love, invested and involved with Alfie.
Wonderful update! Life is hectic especially with a toddler and I am sure Alfie will be a great help in the years to come! Happy Christmas to you & your family from the USA. With all of the world's turmoil, your videos are peace on earth for so many to enjoy! Thank you for sharing and God bless you!
I can't believe I didn't have notifications turned on for your channel! 6 days! Glad you're doing well and looks like you've got a good helper. Looking forward to Alfie and Fable playing together.
Thank you! What a beautiful video, stunning scenery, gorgeous birds and a fabulous helper. Truly joyous to watch, so kind of you to share it. Merry Christmas
I missed Fable! I take care of four opossum and and I say "boop boop" to them every night when they sniff my fingers. As a father of three, cherish every moment. Kids grow up so fast.
This past winter, I thought about feeding the local birds consistently for the first time. I also bought a bird bath heater. The birds really do drink there.
So happy to see that you all are well! Had wondered where you'd gone. There's a new addition to your family since last I caught you. Last time I saw one of your videos was just before you guys made your big move. Looks like all is well! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Exciting to see Fable and to hear how you are doing in Scotland.
Such beautiful scenery, even if it looks as cold as I'm sure it feels. We had our first little dusting of snow last night. Winter is definitely here. Alfie is adorable! It's great to see him enjoying life with the animals.
Lovely to see your video just pop up!I can't wait until the little one starts to do a bit more talking as it would be great to see him interacting with Fable! 🥰🖤 Update: I wrote that comment before I watched the full video, I didn't realise I'd get to see a wee bit of them today,so soon! 🐾
SUCH a nice visit!! I'm so glad to see you're all doing well and that Fable is enjoying the property! And what a lovely day to get some great footage! I wish you and the Fam a VERY Merry Christmas and a festive holiday season!! May your cranberry sauce have chunks of orange and walnuts, your toesies be warm and your hearts full of Joy!!
I have followed your channel for some time now and I am so very happy for you. You've got a beautiful little boy (who is growing so fast!) and a wonderful home in a gloriously wild landscape. You are truly blessed.
So beautiful! How wonderful to see your video today! Careful leaving hoses attached to your house bibs in freezing weather, if the water can't drain out of the faucet completely it can freeze all the way back inside the wall and split the pipe causing a big mess inside when it thaws... Best practice is to disconnect them👍
Hello ! it is so nice to hear from you ! It is always a gift to see you and Fable communicate with each other . What a joy! Happy Holidays to you and your family, and lots of Love from New York City!❤❤❤
I was thrilled to see a new video show up on my feed! I always enjoy your videos but totally understand how hard it is to put out content on a regular basis with such a busy life. Glad to see you and your family are doing well. Happy holidays to you all! ❤☃️🎄🎁🎉
So good to see you again. Merry Christmas to you, James, Alfie and your whole menagerie! It warmed my heart to hear your little one loves the outdoors as much as you and your husband.🎄☃️❤️
Thank you for a lovely, uplifting video update. Three cheers for Alfie, not just walking but running. Boop Boop Fable, all the best to you all for the festive season.
So happy to see that you are all doing well. I can’t believe how big your son is already! What a great helper he is😊. And as always, Fable is such a joy to see. Merry Christmas 🎄
That's the way to bring kid's up loving and respecting animal's and people of course.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏.
I've been a friend of your channel for quite awhile, and gave a like to every video but I've never commented. Seeing Alfie here pushed me over the edge. I'm sure millions of people all over the world are like me and have been fascinated by falconry from childhood. Sadly very few of us will ever own, hunt or have the privilege of caring for these enchanting birds. So on behalf of all of us allow me to thank you, James, Alfie, and all your lovely animals for providing us the vicarious experience of what is to be a falconer. And please, the next time some numbscull criticizes your work think of us, the over a quarter of a million of your friends who love and admire you and what you do. Now off into the wild blue yonder !
If this isn't true friendship, I don't know what is.
1.) I'm so very glad you posted this video! 2.) I'm so very glad you took your time. "Quality life" comes before TH-cam. I'd rather see an interesting video sporadically than some "force fed" content. You're doing splendidly in striking that balance. Cheers & Merry Christmas!
That used to be the world's luckiest baby, now he's the world's luckiest toddler! FINE LOOKING BOY and obviously VERY BRIGHT! Good job Mom!
Alfi’s first words “boop boop”?😊
Fable didn’t seem as talkative as before?
Very cute! Beautiful snow! We did miss you all!
Plenty of Corvidspeak till the very end.
Had one of those days
Just so you know, you and your birds are a bright spot in many peoples day. Thanks for sharing.
What a heart-warming update. I loved it all: the view, a glimpse into your life, Alfie, and of course, Fable. Glad everyone is doing well. Don't ever feel the need to apologize for prioritizing life before TH-cam 💙💙
Amy, James and Alfie and all the other members of this wonderful family, may you have a healthy, strong and prosperous 2023.
American culture tend to vilify these birds but I have been attracted to them for a very long time for their intelligence, their mischievousness and now, as your videos about Fable show, their boundless affection. Thank you for sharing this extra ordinary bird as some Native Americans exalt as deities. Boop Boop and mu-ah!
Hey Amy, you've been on my mind the last 10 days or so. the last salmon run of the year is on right now, so the bald eagles are really easy to spot along the river. i see them and offer up prayers for you and your family. your report was a blessing for me to receive this morning, such a lovely day. Merry Christmas to all and hugs to the little guy. ken
That sounds magical to watch! I bet its an incredible sight.
I love watching Fable do all of it! Flying, walking, booping, kissing and it all!
Amy, I was so happy to see you post again! Even though your uploads are infrequent, thank you for sharing your life with us. It fills my heart with joy to have been educated on such wonderful creatures as birds of prey. There are a pair of ravens that just moved in where I live and watching them waddle around is my favorite thing in the world.
Seeing Fable fly so far off makes be anxious but like my little barn owl she never git too far from sight. It's been a while seeing Alfie has grown to a propper little man! 💖
Been feeding some wild crows for some weeks, and we recently had the first snowfall of the season. Let me tell you, they were NOT pleased with the icky white stuff! The peanuts, on the other hand, were greatly appreciated
The footage of Fable flying across that beautiful land was the best thing I've seen all day! Thank you and love to all of you!
Indeed, she was breathtaking flying around. A lovely sight.
Good to see you posting again Amy! I can't believe that the little fellow is walking now! My how time flies by! So glad that Fable is still up to her normal antics around the farm. I wish you & your family a very Happy Holiday Season! Be well & stay safe! 👍👍💖💖🌲🌲🦅🦅
My goodness, I hope all of you have warm shoes and warm 100%wool socks. May God Bless you all.
Teaching your son to respect animals is awesome...Thank you
Hello from the southern United States! We missed seeing you guys and the amazing Fable. It's nice to hear the famous boop boops again! I can't imagine how busy you are trying to run a homestead, take care of a busy 1 year old and all of those beautiful birds. After a hectic week, it is such a joy to see Miss Fable!
My daughter and I have been watching your videos since she was born 16 months ago. We have chickens, finches, cockatiels, and a cat, but the smile my daughter gets on her face when she sees Fable is completely special. Being that my wife and I both work, we totally get how life gets BUSY and content has to be prioritized properly, which means it just needs to wait cuz everything else is more important. In addition to full time work, I used to stream at night, but I've had to chill on that for awhile to prioritize helping this kid at night with reading before bed and teething and all the thing that come with kiddos, and it's the most wonderful thing in the world. Glad to see you and your family are enjoying it, too! Wishing you the best and thank you for your work!
It is so good to see you again! I really have missed your posts. Since we last saw you, your baby has turned into a full-fledged toddler. Your new home is lovely and Fable is the most beautiful monochrome bird I've ever seen. I'm glad to hear that you intend to start posting again. You've been missed. Your posts make my day.
What a beautiful, magical and rich environment for Alfie to grow up in!!
The fact that you have a stream going through your land is so wonderful
When flying around the house means flying AROUND the house. 🥰
Thank you so much for sharing your love of animals with all of us. My great great grandfather MacKinnon emigrated to the US in the 1800's. I did not realize Scotland got snow. Happy Christmas to you all. Boop-boop. Mmwah. 🤗
Yes looked like Fable was tired after that flying around such a pretty girl thanks for sharing.❤️😎🇺🇸
Awww, what a gorgeous little boy and so lucky to have such a lovely place to live
How lovely to see Fable flying free
I just finished reading a fantastic book called 'A Most Remarkable Creature' by Jonathan Meiburg, and I thought often of this channel while doing so. The book is filled with history, both human and natural, and describes the various species of caracara falcons in South America. They are not like the 'true' falcons in that they are social, curious omnivores; more like Fable than your other birds. There is so much fascinating detail and description. I just cannot recommend it highly enough for anyone who follows this channel, or for those who make it!
And you and Alfie tossing rocks into the stream took me right back to doing the same with my young son 20 years ago! He's nearly done with engineering school now. Time truly does fly.
I have it! A fantastic book about one of my favourite birds! :)
@@wingsandwildlands Why am I not surprised? 😁
He references so many other things that I now want to read!
Yes, it is a most remarkable book!
Nothing beats a nice session of "spe-lunk" on a quiet day.
Great video..Im just reading Goshawk Summer by James Aldred...fantastic read.
Thanks so much for the update!!! Love to you, your family, and bird family!!
Never feel you have to justify putting your family or life in front of our entertainment. May your family thrive and thank you for what you decide to show us. It's a joy to see your joy.
So lovely to see you all again. Looking forward to watching Alfie discover Spring and Summer in his glorious surroundings.
🤔Sweet Jesus!💖How time flies! 😯Didn't you just have that sweet baby💖?Awe! Nice!😊🙂👏👍😎
#cuteness!
I want to see fable's reaction to a raven made of snow, next winter.
What a beautiful environment to bring up a child. ❤️
Thanks for your update. It's always wonderful to see how you and your family (including feathered) are doing. Stay safe, stay warm and stay happy
Lovely to see Alfi having lots of fun
Thank you so much for sharing your family (feathered and non-feathered). I have really missed what you usually share with us, Alfie is so big now. I absolutely love your relationship with Fable.
So lovely seeing all birds, beautiful scenery and lovely little boy. Luv from 🇬🇧
So nice to see you back on TH-cam with Fable & dear little Alfie.
Thank you for the wonderful update on your full & fulfilling life in a beautiful place.
What a wonderful gift you just gave your viewers! Certaintly a little slice of heaven with your beautiful child, Fable and amazing landscape. Thank you❤️
Your videos are a joy and Alfie makes them even more fun ! I have bonded with our local birds over the cold snap and they are getting very confident around me , even demanding second lunch ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
That’s just awesome. Thanks for the update. Fable is always fun and entertaining.
Alfie is so cute! Looking forward to watching him grow. I'm thinking Fable is going to start crowing like a rooster sometime soon. So good to see you again.
So glad to see you Amy, Alfi and Fable having fun in the snow! Can't wait to see some more videos. I love the outdoors, especially the winter. I lived in Sweden for a while and winter was and still is my favourite season in Europe, even though I live in Australia, now!
It's crazy that I have just reminded myself about your amazing channel and here is a new video after some time of absence. Cheers to you, your family and the birds!
Must feel so good for the birds to get a fly in! Like stretching our legs.
I always forget how large Fable is compared to the wild ravens in my area. Lovely to see a video update from you as always 🙌
I love the dinosaur jacket 😄 And Fable is adorable as always. She reminds me of a cross between a cat and a toddler.
Videos of various maintenance routines are interesting: cleaning, feeding, weighing, whatever, etc. Our family had three granddaughters this summer of 2022 so we know you are completely in love, invested and involved with Alfie.
Great idea! Thank you for all your support!
Thank you for posting! This was lovely! Happy to see Allie and Fable 😊
Wonderful update! Life is hectic especially with a toddler and I am sure Alfie will be a great help in the years to come! Happy Christmas to you & your family from the USA. With all of the world's turmoil, your videos are peace on earth for so many to enjoy! Thank you for sharing and God bless you!
What a sweet video. Thank you for sharing your family and our dear Fable.
I can't believe I didn't have notifications turned on for your channel! 6 days!
Glad you're doing well and looks like you've got a good helper. Looking forward to Alfie and Fable playing together.
Love everything about you and Fable 👋🏼❤️
Thank you! What a beautiful video, stunning scenery, gorgeous birds and a fabulous helper. Truly joyous to watch, so kind of you to share it. Merry Christmas
I missed Fable!
I take care of four opossum and and I say "boop boop" to them every night when they sniff my fingers.
As a father of three, cherish every moment. Kids grow up so fast.
That's quite the serene and beautiful scene. Between this and your narration/voice its ASMRworthy.
This past winter, I thought about feeding the local birds consistently for the first time. I also bought a bird bath heater. The birds really do drink there.
So happy to see that you all are well! Had wondered where you'd gone. There's a new addition to your family since last I caught you. Last time I saw one of your videos was just before you guys made your big move. Looks like all is well! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Exciting to see Fable and to hear how you are doing in Scotland.
I enjoy your videos. Alfie is soo cute. Love Fable. Boop boop
No kidding! That view is beautiful!! How lucky yall are....I'd be scared that fable would fly away and never return
This is so idyllic! You're a fabulous mom to Alfie and he's a lucky little boy! And I love your devotion too your birds (and I really love Fable)!
Good seeing you, Allie, Fable, Scout, and all the birds again. Congrats on your new home, city, and life. You are very blessed!
Such beautiful scenery, even if it looks as cold as I'm sure it feels. We had our first little dusting of snow last night. Winter is definitely here. Alfie is adorable! It's great to see him enjoying life with the animals.
Adorable birds and a lovely family! Have a great 2023!
So glad you posted another video. I know life is so busy.😊 Here is to a great 2023. You live in such a beautiful place. All be well.🌲
Lovely to see your video just pop up!I can't wait until the little one starts to do a bit more talking as it would be great to see him interacting with Fable! 🥰🖤
Update: I wrote that comment before I watched the full video, I didn't realise I'd get to see a wee bit of them today,so soon! 🐾
Currently he mainly just likes to say cow and no 🤣 would t make for much of a conversation lol
Won't be long though, they'll be boop- booping together in no time! @@wingsandwildlands 😊
Has Fable ever layed and Egg? LOVE watching you with her!!!
Good to see fable n Alfie.. 😁☮️✌️
Good to see You back & well!
Very lovely the healthy countryside, missing it a lot as it reminds me of my childhood
Take Good Care!
Little man is getting so big! Great to see you and your family today!
Lol I read that wrong I thought it wrote " my felony life"!
Then realized it was my favorite "falconry " channel. Xo
🤣
My reprieve from the post-modern world. Alfie is a lucky kid.
SUCH a nice visit!! I'm so glad to see you're all doing well and that Fable is enjoying the property! And what a lovely day to get some great footage!
I wish you and the Fam a VERY Merry Christmas and a festive holiday season!! May your cranberry sauce have chunks of orange and walnuts, your toesies be warm and your hearts full of Joy!!
Love when fable fluffs up.
Heartwarming ! Fable looks more beautiful than ever!
I have followed your channel for some time now and I am so very happy for you. You've got a beautiful little boy (who is growing so fast!) and a wonderful home in a gloriously wild landscape. You are truly blessed.
I remember when you announced being preggers. I love seeing your kiddo growing up, thanks from an Elder.
My goodness! He’s grown so much.
He's an independent little person now!
Precious and magical.
Awww. Your son is so cute. He's lucky to be able to grow up in that environment and to appreciate animals. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
So beautiful! How wonderful to see your video today! Careful leaving hoses attached to your house bibs in freezing weather, if the water can't drain out of the faucet completely it can freeze all the way back inside the wall and split the pipe causing a big mess inside when it thaws... Best practice is to disconnect them👍
Thanks for the tip!
Hello ! it is so nice to hear from you ! It is always a gift to see you and Fable communicate with each other . What a joy! Happy Holidays to you and your family, and lots of Love from New York City!❤❤❤
I was thrilled to see a new video show up on my feed! I always enjoy your videos but totally understand how hard it is to put out content on a regular basis with such a busy life. Glad to see you and your family are doing well. Happy holidays to you all! ❤☃️🎄🎁🎉
I love your lifestyle, Fable, and your channel. Thank you so much for sharing.
oh WOW - he's walking!!!!
Your birds love your chick😊what a lucky boy!
So good to see you again. Merry Christmas to you, James, Alfie and your whole menagerie! It warmed my heart to hear your little one loves the outdoors as much as you and your husband.🎄☃️❤️
Brilliant. Beautiful footage and thank you for catching us up, best of health to you all!❄️🕯️🙏🏻🕯️❄️
Thank you for a lovely, uplifting video update. Three cheers for Alfie, not just walking but running. Boop Boop Fable, all the best to you all for the festive season.
Watching this reminds me that im going to need to buy land. So wonderful
So happy to see that you are all doing well. I can’t believe how big your son is already! What a great helper he is😊. And as always, Fable is such a joy to see. Merry Christmas 🎄
Just beautiful thank you 🙏
What an amazing part of Scotland
Fable has gotten so big!
How did I miss this! Love seeing you guys so much!
So glad to see you and Fable