The way I'm living isn't what I planned either Trevor. It was meant to be me, Karl and Nook living in Raymond, but with tensions between us, Karl said he'd start going off on the motorbike and I got the campervan to travel solo. Now I feel like I have no real home as Raymond was my home and now it doesn't feel like that. The little campervan feels more like my home, but when we're at the kids I stay in Raymond, though it now feels more like Karls van than mine. I've only ever said this to my sister but its always easy to say stuff to you, even though we've never met lol You have a lovely family Trevor and it is great to see and I think a change is always good. Pat seems very happy with the new travels and then having time with the family too. Have a wonderful Christmas all of you, I'm sure you all will. Happy Christmas to you all and a 2025 full of good health and happiness ❤
It's one of the reasons why Pat and I have always insisted on doing everything together. Once you carve a little niche for yourself, you get defensive of it and become more independent. Do you fit both vans on the drive, or do you have to find somewhere else to put the little Talbat? I am honored to know you in the way that we do, even though we have never met. I hope you two can develop some kind of routine out of your situation that can be comfortable for both of you, because in the end that's what you need, just to be comfortable with the way things have developed, and the best way to bring that about is to develop a routine that suits you both. Pat and I try to be useful to Tracey both financially and physically without interfering, and by and large I think we have succeeded. This year hasn't been the best for Pat and I as you know, but lets hope 2025 can bring peace and contentment to all of us Helen. I wish you all the best.❤
What an uplifting chat, I know we all have to adjust to what life throws at us as we get older but having family around does help. Lots of people look forward and enjoy you and Pats chats it's like having a coffee morning with friends. A very happy Christmas to everybody.
An accident significantly changed my life too.... had to give up a job I loved due to physical limitations .. Had to live a very frugal lifestyle as I also lost my income , just as it was time to help the kids through uni. .. had to sell my little flat , can no longer travel... but... one thing I learned over time is... you either sink or swim... 25 years later , I'm still swimming .... and take a day at a time... If I dwelt on woulda shoulda coulda.. I would be sinking deep into the depths... You are so lucky, you have your family around you, Pat is still there to support you. I think they are right all these physical problems could be associated with the smash..... something like that generates a massive outpouring of adrenaline and cortisol ( the stress hormone ) it has it's effects.... Merry Christmas to you and yours, make the most of what you have, rather than what you lost and enjoy your holidays .....
Wow, thanks for sharing your story! Life can throw some serious punches, huh? But it’s awesome to see you keep swimming! Have a Merry Christmas and enjoy every moment!
Yes a person has to enjoy our life as there are people that were never given a chance to grow old as we are blessed ones. Merry Christmas Trevor and please pass on Merry Christmas to Pat and your family. Take care.
I feel you are where you were meant to be Trevor,a lot of people will be wishing they had what you have,it seems such an ideal situation and you and Pat seem to be very happy. Wishing you all the best for the new year.👍🏻
Just a short message to you both ,since your smash things have changed for you both ,thank heavens you have a lovely daughter and son in law and a beautiful granddaughter ,things will improve , its early days a new year is ahead of you ,all will be fine, keep an open mind and remember you have got each other 😊 sending love and best wishes and all you wish for ,health and happiness for Christmas and the new year stay strong and positive . Very best wishes from an admirer ,retired to Spain since 2002 . Keep smiling . ❤ lots to look forward to .
Hi Trevor, nice to see someone be grateful with what they have, a lot of people could take something from you, they all need a Trevor in their lives, I hope you and pat and your family have a wonderful Christmas, rose
I am deaf in my left ear after brain surgery in 1991,only problem is I cant work out where sound is coming from as brain cant work it out with only one ear.I hear fine in right ear tho.Fit otherwise at 76 so have to enjoy life while we can,lots of others dont get to be my age although I must admit I HATE being an old fart:>)No point whining or thinking It wont happen to me,because it can so I just live with it although it scares me being old and waiting to see what happens at some point!being lonely is a big fear,but like you I live with a great lady,so my motto is DONT LET THE BASTARDS GET YOU DOWN!!!!:>)
All my troubles pale into insignificance compared to you Frank, but you rationalise it very well with the help of a good woman. We wish you all the best going forward. ❤️
Having all those people around you is a real bonus …u r very lucky. So many people are alone. I’m glad u r now both well on the mend. Enjoy your Xmas..look forward to your vlogs in the new year .
I like listening to you and Pat, it’s the Yorkshire accent I miss. I’m a Skiptonian living in Llandudno. I hope you and your family have a great Christmas. All the best.
I am 71 I looked sfter elderly people years ago very interesting stories they told me I can go back years and still remember everything they told me sometimes they were secrets from family members x
That's nice that you can remember them Anne. I once tuned a piano for an old lady about 40 years ago, and I remember a poem she said to me. Think of me when you pass me by That where you are now, so once was I. And where I am now, so you shall be. Think of this when you see me.
Merry Christmas Trevor , Pat and family🍷🍷. It will be nice if David manages to complete the cabinet tonight. Tracey will be able to arrange the furniture and put things away again ready for Christmas day and also be able to welcome visitors into her lovely redecorated home.🎄🎄🎄. Take care, stay safe and well. Judy🇨🇦🇨🇦
Happy Christmas to you Trevor and also to Pat, Tracey and Alethia. I hope 2025 will be a better year for you all, its been a bit of a rollercoaster since the crash! My son has arrived home and my daughter will be here Christmas Eve, so I am looking forward to Christmas! Tree and trims going up tonight!! Better late then never! Take care my friend! x
Well that was different, still enjoyable and I love how you are both happy with your life now. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you Trevor and Pat also Tracy and Alethia ❤❤❤❤ xxxx
Happy Christmas Trevor to you Pat and the family. I am so glad you’re happy and feel settled at Tracy’s, I agree you do have the best of both worlds and all help each other….. I think hindsight is a great thing, but being realistic Trevor van life days would always have ended at some point, now you have a lovely settled home, a nice little car to go out and about and some money in your pocket to spend….very lucky in my eyes…loved your positive chat…Pat will be wore out after she shopping expedition x
Thanks for the lovely wishes Betty! Here’s to balancing a cozy home life with spontaneous adventures-because who said you can’t have your cake and eat it too? 🎂
Glad you're taking things in a positive way as best you can. One of my favourite quotes "don't look back your not walking that way" Wishing you, Pat and all the family a Happy Christmas 🎁⛄🌲 and New Year🥂🎉 Catch you both on the next vlog x
Trevor the best laid plans of mice and men 😊 we live in the present and with the best intentions can't always see the future, your a lucky man with a lovely wife and family , merry Christmas to you all 🎄🎄🎄
I really appreciate your kind words! Family is everything, and I'm grateful every day for the love and support around me. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
The way I'm living isn't what I planned either Trevor. It was meant to be me, Karl and Nook living in Raymond, but with tensions between us, Karl said he'd start going off on the motorbike and I got the campervan to travel solo. Now I feel like I have no real home as Raymond was my home and now it doesn't feel like that. The little campervan feels more like my home, but when we're at the kids I stay in Raymond, though it now feels more like Karls van than mine. I've only ever said this to my sister but its always easy to say stuff to you, even though we've never met lol
You have a lovely family Trevor and it is great to see and I think a change is always good. Pat seems very happy with the new travels and then having time with the family too.
Have a wonderful Christmas all of you, I'm sure you all will. Happy Christmas to you all and a 2025 full of good health and happiness ❤
It's one of the reasons why Pat and I have always insisted on doing everything together. Once you carve a little niche for yourself, you get defensive of it and become more independent.
Do you fit both vans on the drive, or do you have to find somewhere else to put the little Talbat?
I am honored to know you in the way that we do, even though we have never met. I hope you two can develop some kind of routine out of your situation that can be comfortable for both of you, because in the end that's what you need, just to be comfortable with the way things have developed, and the best way to bring that about is to develop a routine that suits you both.
Pat and I try to be useful to Tracey both financially and physically without interfering, and by and large I think we have succeeded.
This year hasn't been the best for Pat and I as you know, but lets hope 2025 can bring peace and contentment to all of us Helen. I wish you all the best.❤
What an uplifting chat, I know we all have to adjust to what life throws at us as we get older but having family around does help. Lots of people look forward and enjoy you and Pats chats it's like having a coffee morning with friends. A very happy Christmas to everybody.
What a lovely comment Sandra, thank you. All the best from all of us here. ❤️
An accident significantly changed my life too.... had to give up a job I loved due to physical limitations .. Had to live a very frugal lifestyle as I also lost my income , just as it was time to help the kids through uni. .. had to sell my little flat , can no longer travel... but... one thing I learned over time is... you either sink or swim... 25 years later , I'm still swimming .... and take a day at a time... If I dwelt on woulda shoulda coulda.. I would be sinking deep into the depths... You are so lucky, you have your family around you, Pat is still there to support you. I think they are right all these physical problems could be associated with the smash..... something like that generates a massive outpouring of adrenaline and cortisol ( the stress hormone ) it has it's effects.... Merry Christmas to you and yours, make the most of what you have, rather than what you lost and enjoy your holidays .....
Wow, thanks for sharing your story! Life can throw some serious punches, huh? But it’s awesome to see you keep swimming! Have a Merry Christmas and enjoy every moment!
Yes a person has to enjoy our life as there are people that were never given a chance to grow old as we are blessed ones. Merry Christmas Trevor and please pass on Merry Christmas to Pat and your family. Take care.
The events in Germany amplify that sentiment Debbie.
Thank you for your well wishes, and may Pat and I wish you a lovely Christmas too.
I feel you are where you were meant to be Trevor,a lot of people will be wishing they had what you have,it seems such an ideal situation and you and Pat seem to be very happy. Wishing you all the best for the new year.👍🏻
Your right Jack. Best wishes to you too.
Just a short message to you both ,since your smash things have changed for you both ,thank heavens you have a lovely daughter and son in law and a beautiful granddaughter ,things will improve , its early days a new year is ahead of you ,all will be fine, keep an open mind and remember you have got each other 😊 sending love and best wishes and all you wish for ,health and happiness for Christmas and the new year stay strong and positive .
Very best wishes from an admirer ,retired to Spain since 2002 . Keep smiling . ❤ lots to look forward to .
Thank you Angela. That's a lot to be thankful for in your lovely message. Best wishes to you, too over there in Spain. ❤️
Hi Trevor, nice to see someone be grateful with what they have, a lot of people could take something from you, they all need a Trevor in their lives, I hope you and pat and your family have a wonderful Christmas, rose
What a nice thing to say Rose, thank you. A lovely Christmas to you too. ❤️
Happy Christmas Trevor, Pat and Family! Have a wonderful time! God Bless all of you!
Thank you Sue, and ma He bless you too.
I love watching you and pat , I wish you and your family a happy Christmas
Thank you, and the same to you.
I am deaf in my left ear after brain surgery in 1991,only problem is I cant work out where sound is coming from as brain cant work it out with only one ear.I hear fine in right ear tho.Fit otherwise at 76 so have to enjoy life while we can,lots of others dont get to be my age although I must admit I HATE being an old fart:>)No point whining or thinking It wont happen to me,because it can so I just live with it although it scares me being old and waiting to see what happens at some point!being lonely is a big fear,but like you I live with a great lady,so my motto is DONT LET THE BASTARDS GET YOU DOWN!!!!:>)
All my troubles pale into insignificance compared to you Frank, but you rationalise it very well with the help of a good woman. We wish you all the best going forward. ❤️
Having all those people around you is a real bonus …u r very lucky. So many people are alone.
I’m glad u r now both well on the mend. Enjoy your Xmas..look forward to your vlogs in the new year
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Thank you Janice. As I write, David is working in the bathroom. Never a dull moment.
All the best to you Janice. ❤
I like listening to you and Pat, it’s the Yorkshire accent I miss. I’m a Skiptonian living in Llandudno. I hope you and your family have a great Christmas. All the best.
Yes, when I was stationed in Germany and came home on leave and heard the Yorkshire accent, it always made me smile.
Have a lovely Christmas Janice xx
I am 71 I looked sfter elderly people years ago very interesting stories they told me I can go back years and still remember everything they told me sometimes they were secrets from family members x
That's nice that you can remember them Anne.
I once tuned a piano for an old lady about 40 years ago, and I remember a poem she said to me.
Think of me when you pass me by
That where you are now, so once was I.
And where I am now, so you shall be.
Think of this when you see me.
Happy Christmas Trevor, Pat and family. Here’s hoping for a happy and healthy 2025 🍾🥂 🎉
You too Tina. ❤️
Happy Christmas 🎄 dear Trevor Pat and family. Enjoyed your channel everyday xxxxx̌. All the best for 2025 x🎉
Thank you Andy. The same to you.
Merry Christmas to you and Pat. Looking forward to more videos, really enjoy watching you both.
Thank you Sarah, that's kind of you.
Merry Christmas to you all and all good wishes for the New Year. ❤️xx
Thank you Sylvia. Xx
Merry Christmas Trevor , Pat and family🍷🍷. It will be nice if David manages to complete the cabinet tonight. Tracey will be able to arrange the furniture and put things away again ready for Christmas day and also be able to welcome visitors into her lovely redecorated home.🎄🎄🎄. Take care, stay safe and well. Judy🇨🇦🇨🇦
Maybe tomorrow David will finish the bathroom Judy, but whatever happens it will be nice. All the best to you.❤
Happy Christmas to you Trevor and also to Pat, Tracey and Alethia. I hope 2025 will be a better year for you all, its been a bit of a rollercoaster since the crash! My son has arrived home and my daughter will be here Christmas Eve, so I am looking forward to Christmas! Tree and trims going up tonight!! Better late then never! Take care my friend! x
Thank you Mary for all your support throughout 2024. Have a lovely Christmas with your family, and cheers to a good new year.🍷
A very Merry Christmas to you Pat and all of the family 🎉
Thank you Lynne, and the same to you.
Happy Christmas to you Trevor and Pat 🎄
Thank you Julie. Xx
Thank You ,best wishes to you all ,happy christmas and a peaceful and healthy new year x
Same to you Christine.
Well that was different, still enjoyable and I love how you are both happy with your life now.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you Trevor and Pat also Tracy and Alethia ❤❤❤❤ xxxx
Different is our middle name! But hey, if retirement doesn't come with a surprise party, what’s the point? Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas Trevor,Pat and your family and Warmest Wishes for 2025. 🎄🥰
Thank you Eileen, and the same to you. Xx
Nice chat Trevor,,always look forward to them
Glad you enjoyed it Liz. xx
Happy Christmas Trevor to you Pat and the family.
I am so glad you’re happy and feel settled at Tracy’s, I agree you do have the best of both worlds and all help each other…..
I think hindsight is a great thing, but being realistic Trevor van life days would always have ended at some point, now you have a lovely settled home, a nice little car to go out and about and some money in your pocket to spend….very lucky in my eyes…loved your positive chat…Pat will be wore out after she shopping expedition x
Thanks for the lovely wishes Betty! Here’s to balancing a cozy home life with spontaneous adventures-because who said you can’t have your cake and eat it too? 🎂
Hello. I'm a newish sub but not commented before. Just wanted to say that I enjoy the vlogs and wish you and your family a happy Christmas.
That's nice Jennifer, thank you. A merry Christmas to you too.
Merry Xmas to you and your family ❤️🍀🎄
Thank you Karen. ❤️ Same to you.
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The word I was looking for was " inflamed". Thank you Anne.
Thank You - And a Peaceful Merry Christmas to You Both and All The Family
Same to you Karen.xxx
merry christmas to you and pat and family
Thank you very much, and the same to you. Xx
Merry Christmas Trevor to you and Pat and family! Followed by a healthy and happy New Year 💕
Thank you Betty, and the same to you.
Glad you're taking things in a positive way as best you can. One of my favourite quotes "don't look back your not walking that way"
Wishing you, Pat and all the family a Happy Christmas 🎁⛄🌲 and New Year🥂🎉
Catch you both on the next vlog x
Thank you so much for your lovely message! We appreciate the support and wish you and your family a joyful Christmas and a fantastic New Year!
Merry Christmas to you both, Enjoyed your vlogs through the year. 🌲⛄❄
Thank you Julia.
Wishing you and your family a peaceful and Merry Christmas! 🥰🎄
Thank you Monica, and the same to you too. xx
Merry Christmas to you and Pat and all the family, and all the best for 2025 x
Same to you! Sheila.xxx
Trevor the best laid plans of mice and men 😊 we live in the present and with the best intentions can't always see the future, your a lucky man with a lovely wife and family , merry Christmas to you all 🎄🎄🎄
I really appreciate your kind words! Family is everything, and I'm grateful every day for the love and support around me. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU BOTH 🎄🎅🎁
Merry Christmas Doreen.