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  • @jmwoodcraft7842
    @jmwoodcraft7842 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    We watch Anne of all trades to see Anne, not to see Anne pretending to be a caricature of Anne. Thanks for the honesty and please don’t feel pressure to pretend to be anything other than your ‘in the moment self’ for our sake ❤ you’re not alone and we’re rooting for you 💪

  • @ThatClaraGirl
    @ThatClaraGirl 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I know I am late to this video by a year, but I just want to say that I feel less alone watching other women with ADHD and struggle with completing projects. It’s a battle to find hacks and tools to help us keep going and not feel like total failures. Thank you for being real!

  • @JasonExplainsThings
    @JasonExplainsThings ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Anne, I had a similar project like your chair. It was a goofy mini bike that I built for an off road 100 mile mini bike race. I did the race in 2019 but the bike broke down around 60 miles in. I immediately started gathering parts to improve the bike and finish the race in 2020. WELL........ yeah, that didn't happen. In that time I seriously injured my back to the point that it was hard to walk. I was self employed and lost nearly all income by May 2020. I fell into deep depression and things got very, very dark. I thought my wife and kids would do better if I just wasn't around being "useless."
    I personally believe every day after Aug, 2020 is bonus time. Only love from other people and God kept me going. My mental, spiritual and physical health are all better, but never perfect. AND I STILL NEED TO DO THAT RACE! I can't begin to express how inspiring you and your channel are to me. You and Adam rock. I want to visit that school someday.

  • @compunurse
    @compunurse ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You, my dear, are an evangelist for honest, thoughtful, brutally real transparency, and introspection. I used to say I wanted to be more like you because I thought you were cool and did cool things but now I think I want to be like you because you’re human and know you’re human. And you still do cool things. I’m trying to convince my wife I need two goats and a cow.

  • @itsa67
    @itsa67 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Just know that your openness and transparency means a lot to many people. Depression and anxiety are so prevalent today and your willingness to share your challenges gives encouragement and hope to a lot of folks watching. You have an amazing will to fight and great days are coming for you again soon!

  • @asherhebert
    @asherhebert ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Based off the last few months of content, it really sounds like Adam is a freaking hero. I know things have been rough, and having him help out on the farm and the channel can't be an easy adjustment either of you. Way to go Adam, for stepping up where it matters, for hoping for a better future, being in the discomfort with Anne in solidarity and care! Anne, it's been lovely to hear you talk with such positivity about Adam and recognising his skills and contributions. Keep at it you two, you'll be okay ❤️

  • @thedistractedmaker
    @thedistractedmaker ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anne/Adam - you are enough. People love to see the wins because it’s exciting, but preparing to win is tedious, boring and painful. Never apologize for putting first things first.

  • @donnacreager8428
    @donnacreager8428 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    You may not have thought this was an uplifting video… but it was. Full of hope, vision and determination. So proud of you Anne. ❤️

    • @joannep5974
      @joannep5974 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Completely agree with you.

    • @homeschoolmamaself-care
      @homeschoolmamaself-care ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too. So proud of you. It has been a heck of a few years. You being you makes us feel hopeful in humanity. Keep doing you and finding joy in the little things. Carpe buildem.

  • @BJHermsen
    @BJHermsen ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Never forget how amazing you are... You show the world amazing things and also take us along for the harsh reality... Life is not and will never be gum drops and lollipops and we need to stop allowing people to act like it is. You continue to show that making lemonade is the best path to success and survival. Stay passionate and keep working so hard toward your own and our own improvements as a society.

  • @maryvt3075
    @maryvt3075 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Take care of yourself and don’t worry about anyone else.

  • @alanletterman
    @alanletterman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    simply, build the chair. All of the joy, love, happiness, energy and satisfaction is found in the "doing". sometime the doing involves a poor measurement, misplaced cut or a sanding error. start over and build again. build the chair. and the next one.

  • @CTRLALTMAKE
    @CTRLALTMAKE ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't feel bad about taking forever on the chairs. I took over 3 years to build a lofted bed for my channel. I started it before kid #4 was born and finally finished it after she turned 3. :)

  • @a8f235
    @a8f235 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been through a hellhole myself, and for the time being I simply don't have much in my life that I *_HAVE TO_* do. It became so obvious to me just 2 days ago when my old house(1947) started a leak inside because of just a huge load of snow on top of the roof. I'm alone and don't have any harness or any of that, so I've been hesitant to go up there and removing it all. It was when the leak started to become worse, that I simply had no other choice but to act. I simply picked up a ladder and went up there and got rid of most of it, especially around the area where the leak was. It had instant results where it stopped leaking completely, and it was such a relief because I was expecting the worse of having to call the insurance company etc.
    As much as we need rest, it is crucial to have things we actually have to do as well. It's all about the balance, and I know I got things I just need to get into my life again that has to be done, because without opportunities life becomes rapidly worse.

  • @Jonamission
    @Jonamission ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As someone with ADD I cannot recommend enough the book "driven to distraction". There are some very helpful things in it too help identify behaviors and coping mechanism for attention deficit disorder that have helped me a lot.

    • @AnneofAllTrades
      @AnneofAllTrades  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is a good book. I also like Retrain Your Brain

  • @mmgross144
    @mmgross144 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ann,
    Watching true growth happen brings me great joy. These pains will serve to strengthen your mental toughness and resolve. As a cancer survivor (and 10 surgeries with two near death experiences) I have learned that sometimes just getting up in the morning is a victory, but all of it has deepened me as a person and I know that, even with limitations, I can do all things through Him (Christ) who strengthens me.

  • @kateoconnell2630
    @kateoconnell2630 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are voicing the things that a lot of us are going through. Thanks for being brave. I needed this message that we can complete projects and have faith in ourselves.

  • @AlaskaBrandy
    @AlaskaBrandy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Failure is just the first step in learning. I have done it so many times. I'm currently making a hideous lap quilt. I am trying a method using a serger instead of a sewing machine. But I'm doing it. And I've learned....my next one will be better and the next one even better.
    Thank you for keeping it real.... it's ok to find enjoyment in fuzzy butts and yet still be depressed or pissed at the hubby (no offense Adam of No Trades, just an example) or just plain defeated by weather or animals. You can be all those things or laughing and crying with the fur kids.
    "If you are going through hell, keep going." Winston Churchill

  • @festival3rocker
    @festival3rocker ปีที่แล้ว +7

    In a world full of "perfect" influencers who are an inch deep, it's really refreshing to go through a journey with you.
    Everyone has trials, tribulations, and problems. Noone is free from fault or self-doubt. Tackling things head-on and taking strides to change takes real guts.
    You're real, which is the major reason I love and appreciate the channel and your journey. Life isnt a series of perfectly captured "instagrammable moments" I am looking forward to continuing this journey with you, come hell or high water! Very excited to see many MANY more project videos to come

  • @jennybuzek2091
    @jennybuzek2091 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I think you are very brave to go online to admit your weaknesses. You truly rock and are a wonderful role model for women and girls of all ages. Keep up the great work!

  • @elizabethmacdonald631
    @elizabethmacdonald631 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much for talking about these things. I suffer from many of the same challenges that you are talking about in this video. In fact, the wall that I hit this past year after getting what I thought I wanted all fall apart left with no discernible passion for a career that brought me so much joy. I appreciate your vulnerability as you start over again. I'm hoping that I can get to that place too.

  • @kiwdwks
    @kiwdwks ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We only see a glimpse of the struggles these last few years have been. It's so easy to lose confidence with the stresses/struggles/set backs you've had to deal with. It would take it's toll on anyone. Coming up on 35 years of starting my small woodworking business and lose confidence time to time. Finish those last two chairs & do whatever you can to get it back. Don't worry, it will return. Focus on the amazing accomplishments you've had & just imagine how incredible it will feel when your dreams fall into place. We all support you & wish nothing but that. I'll wear my Anne of All Trades shirt to send positive energy your way. Take care Anne!

  • @robohippy
    @robohippy ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad turned 100 last August. He is still going in to work as an engineer at a family owned business. "I am not going to retire until my birth certificate expires." He is having fun. You are not alone with starting projects and not getting all of them finished. Biggest problem I share with that is that I change my mind on how I want to do things. I guess we are still getting older, but I will never grow up. Well, I might become a Totoro in another life line....
    Oh, you don't have a bowl turning video up. Yet, or not that I could find....Nice thing about lathe work and bowls in particular to me, is fairly instant gratification....

  • @nkuete
    @nkuete ปีที่แล้ว

    None of us want you to fake anything, Anne! We love you for who you are. Keep going. You're such an inspiration

  • @CJdeBres
    @CJdeBres ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When I was in the middle of my burnout I got sick of people saying things like getting back to the old me… I was me already. I had seen other getting back to their old me and getting burnout number 2 and 3… my goal was and is to stay me in the now and become a “me 2.0” in the future.
    This type of video makes me love your channel even more than I already did. Keep it up. I hope to see more of “Ann of all trades 2.0” in the future.

  • @alaskankare
    @alaskankare ปีที่แล้ว

    Life is hard and a painful journey sometimes. Like living in a coastal temperate rainforest as I do, most days are grey and raining and you wonder where the sun is. But then the sun does eventually come again, and you take that moment and take in all its glory, breath. Life is right again. It takes a hearty soul to live in Alaska. But also takes a hearty soul to not give up. You are always stronger than you think you are. 💞

  • @chippyandpunk
    @chippyandpunk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anne,
    Never give up, Never surrender. Always remember, there are more people that love you and what you do than there are of those who don't and those who don't - don't matter anyway. Much respect from Grundy County TN.

  • @fiveminutefridays
    @fiveminutefridays ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You talk about wanting to be the type of person we expect to see when we hit an Anne of All Trades Video and call that "joyful fun filled" - I'd like to say that while I certainly love your deeply joyful nature, the person I expect to see when I hit one of these videos is exactly who I see every time - you hitting a rough patch, or needing to present with different energy is never a disappointment. Obviously you don't owe your audience access to any private emotions, but I really appreciate your emotional honesty to just say "hey i'm not feeling like the happy-go-lucky Anne right now, I'm feeling like the Anne who's working through some things".
    I want to express both that your well-being and personal life should always come before any perceived obligation to your audience, but also that the value you're bringing to your audience is more than the light-hearted kind. Seeing you persevere through hard times, and hearing your musings as you use your projects and goals as ways to reflect on those struggles is really moving and often helps us in the audience reflect along with you about our own struggles and goals. And seeing that its OK and normal not to be a superhero all the time is important too.
    I'm really proud of everything you have accomplished so far, and I'm wishing truly all the best to you and your family. And on a much lighter note, those chairs and that table are GORGEOUS.

  • @imccrae
    @imccrae ปีที่แล้ว

    Failed? - No ! Gathered more life experience so that you can do it better next time? - Yes. Context and perspective is everything. You are amazing, it's time to fogive yourself. Take care awesome lady.

  • @blainerueckwald
    @blainerueckwald ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anne, kudos to you for talking about this. you have been one of my heros for a few years now which might sound strange coming form a 71 year old grandfather of 9 grandkids.. You're my hero because I have 3 daughters and you have showed me that they are capable of anything. Ny oldest dauhter got some very nice tools from her father in law when he passed away becuse she does more woodworking than either of his two sons. My middle daughter has renovated two houses now and moved halfway across the country so she and her family could live a more self sufficient lifestyle in the country. My youngest daughter has also done a lot of home renocvtion projects and also moved halfway across country and is now living on 22 acrees witrh her husband, two sons and daughter. they too, are looking for a more self sufficient lifestle.,oh, did i mention that they are both homeschooling their three kids. I have recommended your channel to all of them for the wholesome, helpful content you provide. Keep up the good work Anne.

  • @ProfessorDIY
    @ProfessorDIY ปีที่แล้ว

    You are not failing, you are growing!

  • @blackdog850
    @blackdog850 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Here first for Anne! Much love! Take care of you!

  • @michaelmcdermott2178
    @michaelmcdermott2178 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep on keeping on, daughter. Lots of us out here pulling for you. Keep bringing your world to me here in Allyn.

  • @coustran007
    @coustran007 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    As someone who loves woodworking, is also dealing with many of the same struggles as you including mental health, and who has way too many started but unfinished projects I very much appreciate what you're doing with your honestly and openness. I'm excited to see you do the chair and watch the table build video. Thank you for your contribution to our community across the world.

  • @hellenrowe9743
    @hellenrowe9743 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love your videos. But your mental, physical, and spiritual health is most important. Your honesty and humor is refreshing. Even if we have to wait for you, we'll be there for you when you are ready to go once again.

  • @timothymallon
    @timothymallon ปีที่แล้ว

    Anne, I have woodworking projects, leatherworking projects (all non-commissioned) and various other "to-do" list items mounting up all the time. Life gets in the middle of it all. I find myself constantly overwhelmed with it. So, the other day, I grabbed my oldest project, the repair and refinishing of an old end table I picked up off the side of the road a few years ago and I decided, I NEED to do this, NOW! Well, suffice to say, the table is near completion and in order to accommodate that job, I found myself organizing my shop and de-cluttering my life. Suddenly, I feel the motivation again! Catching up on your videos, as well as the other woodworkers I follow has also given me the motivation I need to keep going with it. Thank you so much for your channel and for sharing your story. You are an inspiration.

  • @DLBard-bv2nd
    @DLBard-bv2nd ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing with us. So many people have been down the same road. Growing stronger is often a painful process. What does not destroy us makes us stronger. 💞

  • @trinity885
    @trinity885 ปีที่แล้ว

    The past three years was specifically designed to grind us all to a halt.
    Thank you for not giving up Anne.
    God bless you 🕊

  • @nalixl
    @nalixl ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't give up Anne. You're a legend.
    Figure out what is really important to you and what needs to be done to accomplish it. Then go for it.
    And btw go look for someone else to share your life with. The fact that you're so devoted to that you are doing doesn't mean you can't be with someone. Just make sure they know what you're doing and what it will mean for them.

  • @marcmengel1
    @marcmengel1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm sorry to hear that you hit a bad patch, after a sustained sprint; but it sounds like you are on your way to a more balanced path forward. It sounds like you and Adam are finding your way through the maze that is life, and I think you'll be stronger for it. Best wishes to your continued, mellower, success.

  • @SchysCraftCo.
    @SchysCraftCo. ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep making. God bless.

  • @juliancoady5939
    @juliancoady5939 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good for you. Mental health is harder to talk about than it should be. Thanks for sharing.

  • @shericreates
    @shericreates ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so glad I found your channel. I’m right there right now. These last two years have been so devastating. My house, my car, my boyfriend, my business. Starting now at ground level. But it’s really hard to get motivated. I have never slept so much in my life. Hang in there. Just have to look at each other for encouragement. I have become a hermit. It’s so hard to get going because around here it’s mostly everyone wants everything for free. Thanks for sharing your story. You are not alone.

  • @MakeMistakeZ
    @MakeMistakeZ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing.

  • @gabrielroper4662
    @gabrielroper4662 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I could not have talked about this in a TH-cam myself. You are very brave and the more I see, the more I respect you. Thanks for being such an awesome inspiration to me for my own business.

  • @pat_link_
    @pat_link_ ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Kudos for talking openly about your mental health, I fully understand you it is hard to do. But from experience I can tell you it helps and will get better, I have my black dog days but less and less now. Talking more about mental health will help for sure. Stay strong and looking forward to seeing more of your great life unfold.

  • @paulharvey4403
    @paulharvey4403 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for showing and keeping it real.

  • @bruceb.harrison3470
    @bruceb.harrison3470 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Anne, your courage to continue in the face of all the challenges is inspiring. My guess is that you won’t allow yourself to recognize your own courage, but we do. The woodworking, the teaching, the farming, the myriad other skills and projects that you share have become secondary, in the hearts of your followers, to your health and joy. Thank you for being honest with us. Your spirit and heart are what holds us here, whether cheery or struggling. (( ))

  • @tomnietz4158
    @tomnietz4158 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have given me hope. I brought my grandfather’s spindle chair from MN to CA 30 years ago, in pieces because all the glue failed. So it is a kit. Now I think I will bring the parts down from the attic and go do it. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • @jbarry2673
    @jbarry2673 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are NOT failing at anything, the world is failing you. You are so amazing and talented and you must try to remember that everyday. This has been a rough few years for you and for your pain and suffering I am very sorry you went through all that, but just wait until your dreams come true and you can look back on this time as a true learning experience. Stay strong and keep doing whatever makes you happy and everything else will fall into place.

  • @christophermckinney984
    @christophermckinney984 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just the fact that you are willing to share your struggles tells me that you are serious about putting them behind you. Doesn’t mean it will be easy, or that you will be successful at everything you try from this point forward. What it does mean though, is you recognize that not only is there a problem, but that you might not be able to fix it on your own, and you are opening yourself up to healing.
    Denial and pride almost killed me. Denial that I was as depressed and as down as I was, and being to prideful to actually admit it and ask for help. I shouldn’t be here, but I am, and I’m glad you are too. Keep your head up, you’ve got a lot more people in your corner than you know, but you can never find that out until you ask for help.

  • @tonyburelle6633
    @tonyburelle6633 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was a little sad when you said you're still on the struggle bus, but by the end, the old?, optimistic sounding Anne was was back, I feel much better, thanks for sharing this Anne

  • @TheTrullGallery
    @TheTrullGallery ปีที่แล้ว

    Hang in there, Ann! We learn best through adversity. You can't always see the lesson when you're going through the suck,but in time, you'll see the lesson. FYI, I'm in the rebuilding myself. You'll be fine in the end!

  • @bigburlymikesmswoodworking
    @bigburlymikesmswoodworking ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You're a superstar, Anne, on so many levels. The courage you've shown, to be open with your struggles, whether it's personal, professional or both, is immeasurable. Keep fighting the good fight, on all fronts, because we'll all continue to show our love and support no matter what. Much love, Anne ❤🤗

  • @rjforca
    @rjforca ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have been an inspiration over the years, and you will continue to be an inspiration for the years to come. You are fortunate to have some amazing people around you, people who you have touched in your special way, and who are now getting their chance to touch your life in an uplifting way as well. Looking forward to continue watching your progress in the process of life and to draw more inspiration from your strength and fortitude.

  • @georgewilmore7599
    @georgewilmore7599 ปีที่แล้ว

    I took 6 years to finish kitchen cabinets that should have taken no more than 2 months. Your challenges are going to be overcome because you have the fortitude to accomplish anything.

  • @chrisshannonmoeller781
    @chrisshannonmoeller781 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    One of the realest woodworking videos I have ever seen. Everyone struggles with something but most are too afraid to share it.
    Thank you for trusting us with your true feelings. You are stronger than most people even if you don’t see it.
    God bless you.

  • @marleenholtkamp966
    @marleenholtkamp966 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Anne. Please don't feel like a failure, you have accomplished already ten times more in your life than most people in theirs. I hope too for you, that all ends well in your marriage and business, but if not, you will find a way. Please take care of yourself, because you are so precious.

  • @thouartit
    @thouartit ปีที่แล้ว

    46 years ago I also went thru a hell realm. Changes all happened at once.
    It changed the direction of my life, both from where I lived to the focus of my life. I realized because of the car accident, that there was a direction one can take or at least acknowledge, which is the inner direction. That not only was life lived in the outer world, but that there was an inner path and direction that offered (from books I read) the sort of peace that is not dependent on any-thing. That knowledge came directly from that mishap.
    So I changed coasts and today all those years later can look back on that tragic accident, as
    something that happened that much good came out of. Since my life had changed so radically soon after the crash, that new direction was like I went boing- now go that way. It was like I needed a cosmic bonk on the head to get me to change directions and wake up.

    So I think what I am saying is that hell realms happen- life is changing all the time, and I suggest respectfully that you not judge what happened.
    Take time to squeeze all the juices out of all your experiences and give the nectar a bit of time to mature. Then take a small taste. It might taste good.
    Remember that Zen story about the farmers son who broke is leg trying to break a wild stallion. The son felt like a failure and he mopped. The next week the army showed up in his town, grabbing anyone under a certain age. They did not take the son, cause of his broken leg. What seems a disaster today, might just be a blessing in disguise.
    You may look back in 10-15 years and thank your lucky stars you got hit in the face with a bag of sh*t. Well well well, ya never can tell.

  • @IEnjoyCreatingVideos
    @IEnjoyCreatingVideos ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video Anne! Thanks for sharing and always remember the joy of the lord is your strength put him first and everything will work out in your life!💖👍😎JP

  • @devinematt2544
    @devinematt2544 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a woman! We all love you Anne! Remember you can only do so much, and God will take care of the rest.
    Matt of many trades - Australia 😉

  • @pollyrobinson3877
    @pollyrobinson3877 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Anne, you always inspire. Being the authentic YOU is so important. We’ve got you, you carry on being you and we”ll carry on watching and supporting.

  • @denisematlock4566
    @denisematlock4566 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hugs, things will work out. Breath & keep taking small steps to whole health. Your brave for sharing your struggles.

  • @laurengoudy920
    @laurengoudy920 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Girl, even through your tough moments you are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing. You are in my pray and I look forward to seeing your story unfold❤️

  • @davorinrusevljan6440
    @davorinrusevljan6440 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Get well. Things will turn around.

  • @joer5627
    @joer5627 ปีที่แล้ว

    A lesson we all have to learn. Know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em, know when to walk away, etc.
    life is not fun during some seasons.
    Thanks for the honesty. Many are pretenders that harm others who feel they don’t measure up to an Internet illusion.

  • @donaldtrabeaux5235
    @donaldtrabeaux5235 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's not failure it's only a setback, it's not a failure, it's a life lesson that you can stop and take a deep breath and focus on your next step of the journey of life. You are one amazing lady; you have proven just how strong you are, and to tell everyone about what you have been going through and I promise you are not along, I have been there and not it took me a long time, but I got there. Anne, you have one amazing channel, and that why I watch your videos, thank you for sharing your journey with us.💖💖💖💖💖💖🌹🌹🌹🌹💖💖💖💖💖💖

  • @christianbond1561
    @christianbond1561 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Still in the thick of it is ok, it’s who you want to be in the thick of it with. All of us- in you tube viewer land are rooting for you both.

  • @paulpardee
    @paulpardee ปีที่แล้ว

    Honestly, I think this is just the natural path as we get older. You've been spinning a bunch of plates and keep adding plates... and that's great as long as life is smooth sailing. But you hit a bump, and plates start to fall, so you scramble to try to get those plates spinning again and that means you have to take attention away from the others. It's just a slow cascade of failure and no matter what you do or how hard you try or how good you are, they all come crashing to the floor.
    I'm pretty sure everyone with ambition has gone through the same thing. I have several times.
    As hard as it is to admit (especially in front of a quarter million people) that you can't do it all, it's important to take the opportunity to distill your life into what really brings you joy. You're on the right path and I know you're preparing a place of peace for your future self. Once this turmoil is all over and we get back to some semblance of normalcy, you're going to be stable, happy and ready for the opportunities that come your way.

  • @anteroreilander6823
    @anteroreilander6823 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m just finishing a workbench build that I started 3-4 years ago. Once you finish something you soon forget how long it tool. Next project is a shaving horse (i’ve watched your video several times) and then I’m gonna build a Windsor chair. Your chair building videos have been a big inspiration for me and made me realize it might not be impossible to make one.
    I live in Finland and we don’t have green ash or oak or any other ring porous wood available. I have pine, spruce, , larch and maple. I’ve never really understoor why diffuse porous wood isn’t used for spindles. Maybe I’ll find out…
    Thanks for all the content you’ve shared!

  • @j.c2632
    @j.c2632 ปีที่แล้ว

    I tuned in/subscribed around the time this petite Maker cut and welded a salmon ladder and then WENT UP IT because someone told her she "couldn't". If that isn't the definition of "nothing will stop me from getting my goals", nothing is. Hang in there (no pun intended!) whittle by whittle you'll knock out all your goals (pun intended!)

  • @FredMcIntyre
    @FredMcIntyre ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anne, despite the challenges, you continue to rise, very uplifting and inspiring! 🙏🏻❤️ Well done! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

  • @andreacrashe9894
    @andreacrashe9894 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *Anne, no matter what life throws at you.... you have never given up... you just pulled up your big girls pants and moved on to the next adventure... that is just who you are... (as I have seen thru out all your videos) Just keep on being YOU... the funny side, the cool side, the loving side & the serious side... you are mix of all that.*

  • @markbruhn9616
    @markbruhn9616 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your honesty and forthrightness show through in what you do.
    You are more resilient than you know.
    I am rooting for you and Adam, both together and as individuals. Because that is how it gets done.
    Keep sharing, keep getting back up. Laughter and joy are important parts of the process. But so is the sadness and the hard stuff.

  • @theadventuresofzoomandbettie
    @theadventuresofzoomandbettie ปีที่แล้ว

    Hard to see you struggle, but in a way it's good because it reminds everyone you are also human, and the struggles we have are ok too. Thanks for sharing.

  • @studiogerk
    @studiogerk ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing Anne. Hugs from Canada!

  • @climbfra
    @climbfra ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing, It 's important in a world where everyone try to look flawless

  • @karenturner7983
    @karenturner7983 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing. ❤️❤️

  • @fromgardentopantrywithjell1326
    @fromgardentopantrywithjell1326 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I appreciate you being so honest about all that you are going through. Life is never as easy as people show in public. Thanks for your honesty.

  • @Captpicky
    @Captpicky ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I think you and Adam are putting out very high quality content.

  • @thomastieffenbacherdocsava1549
    @thomastieffenbacherdocsava1549 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anne, one step in front of the other. " in woodworking the end is putting on a finish. I tell myself..."Finish it!" another helpful phrase came from my friend Mark who said "Do something {relevant) every day!" It's helped me. I would also say as I've said to my clients " When your criticizing yourself for what you haven't done turn around and look back at what yo have, and realize your in the present,

  • @garydargan6
    @garydargan6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Back in the latc1940s there was an Australian radio star who did everything. When asked the secret of his success he said "Bite off more than you can chew and chew like heck". He died far too young from a heart attack. His sidekick saw the future in television and dropped all the projects to focus on that. He had a successful TV career spanning several decades.
    I hear what you are saying and I have been in n your shoes. Do what you are doing cut back, focus on one thing and do it well. Don't abandon everything. Keep them as a "to do" list to pick up when you finish what you are working on or use them to take a break and shift focus when you need to. Bite off what you can do and enjoy the meal.

  • @wouterengels7769
    @wouterengels7769 ปีที่แล้ว

    That table looks absolutely stunning and the chairs look really quite comfy.
    A lot of the time, the journey is most important, not the destination (or the finished project) but it usually takes some time to have enough distance to see it. Keep going and enjoy the little things.

  • @marcosadelino6990
    @marcosadelino6990 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best wishes Anne, you will never stop being amazing regardless of the circunstances

  • @budfetterley6237
    @budfetterley6237 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hang in there Anne. The bad makes the good sweeter.

  • @julianwhitta1114
    @julianwhitta1114 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dear Anne, you have most certainly had your feet to the hottest of furnaces over the last couple of years. So much so that there’s been the odd time or two when I’ve been filled with trepidation before watching your videos. But, there’s this thing about really hot fires - they forge the strongest steel. It is heated, and pounded, and struck repeatedly, than cast back into the furnace again. The fire gives it power and flexibility, and the blows give it strength. You got this.

  • @rosalynreasor4950
    @rosalynreasor4950 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks deeply for your great transparency and honesty. We all benefit from being open and honest about our struggles. Please know you give me joy and help me find strenght and the ability to keep doing what needs to be done when I struggle. You also help me remember how to keep looking for what works. Thank you.

  • @kfwoeltje
    @kfwoeltje ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Anne for sharing this.

  • @billbottsurfing
    @billbottsurfing ปีที่แล้ว

    You're not a failure at anything. You just took on a few too many things, like so many of us do. Just slow down your pace and let the wins start stacking up.

  • @pedalman4595
    @pedalman4595 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your a Beautiful Human Being!!!!!!!!!!!! Believe in yourself and the life you lead. Everyone falls, believe me I now first hand sweetheart. Keep moving forward knowing we are all here holding you up when you need it!!!!!!!! BLESSINGS TO YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @tonywyant8957
    @tonywyant8957 ปีที่แล้ว

    We support you, pray for you and always look forward to your videos.

  • @christiansenandrew
    @christiansenandrew ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing your story and your heart. Keep taking things one day at a time. You are an inspiration to me.

  • @scottseaman6247
    @scottseaman6247 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing and praying for you guys, glad the chairs got done!

  • @yellowmuginc
    @yellowmuginc ปีที่แล้ว

    Anything is possible!! 💚

  • @MichaelKapsner
    @MichaelKapsner ปีที่แล้ว

    Hummm... that was a unexpected. Well done Anne, here we are six months later - some videos between here and now I sure hope you're doing well. Thank you so much for sharing, despite the difficulty. Interesting that I just commented on a video two months newer than this one thanking you for showing us so much joy. I have no doubt you'll do better than ever as you continue to get your feet back under you and press forward.

  • @janiceschriber4762
    @janiceschriber4762 ปีที่แล้ว

    I raise you and your husband in prayer. You ARE amazing. Keep the faith in what you know.

  • @rmp3636
    @rmp3636 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good for you, Anne.

  • @ilovemichigan-1111
    @ilovemichigan-1111 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think part of growing up is when you come to the realization that not everything is possible but... The things that are possible are totally worth working on and perfecting.

  • @stephaniebuck9977
    @stephaniebuck9977 ปีที่แล้ว

    You CAN do it. But you don't HAVE to.
    Thanks for sharing ❤️

  • @lizthayer9399
    @lizthayer9399 ปีที่แล้ว

    {virtual comforting hug} I'm over 60 😬 and one of the few things I'm pretty sure of us that NONE of us make it thru without at least a couple major transformative crises, brought on by our own choices and THINGS. But please remember that - in the long run - it turns out to have been necessary to evolve. It SSSUCKSSS going thru the swamp, but eventually you'll find yourself on firmer ground and able to move forward. It may not be exactly what you imagined but later you won't be able to imagine it being any different. Read (or listen to) Transitions by Wm. Bridges. Sending love from someone still finding a path. ♥️

  • @edualbergaria10
    @edualbergaria10 ปีที่แล้ว

    I feel I understand what you are going.
    You are a star, remember that you shine a lot of people's live. But you also can receive a bit of light from us whatever you need.