My Bookshelf Tour and Home Library + the books that made me who I am

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  • My Bookshelf Tour and Home Library + the books that made me who I am
    Please share with me what you are currently reading! Today I am re-making my home library! I made a home library video about 6 months ago, but since then my husband has made me some custom bookshelves, made with raw wood edges and handcrafted pine. It smells lovely and I am so excited to organize my shelves and give you a bookshelf tour, sharing a bit of my collection. I have a mixture of fiction, fantasy, graphic novels, spiritual books, history books, and classics. I have a collection of poetry and literature from my academic days, but decided that that could make a separate video someday. I hope you enjoy it! Sending much love, Paola
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  • @TheCottageFairy
    @TheCottageFairy  ปีที่แล้ว +375

    Please share with me what you are currently reading! Today I am re-making my home library! I made a home library video about 6 months ago, but since then my husband has made me some custom bookshelves, made with raw wood edges and handcrafted pine. It smells lovely and I am so excited to organize my shelves and give you a bookshelf tour, sharing a bit of my collection. I have a mixture of fiction, fantasy, graphic novels, spiritual books, history books, and classics. I have a collection of poetry and literature from my academic days, but decided that that could make a separate video someday. I hope you enjoy it! Sending much love, Paola

    • @sar983
      @sar983 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      I WAS READING HOLY LIVING BIBLE AND IT IS ALL WORTH IT ,KNOWING GOD LOVES US SO DEARLY AND HE HAS GOT PURPOSE FOR EACH AND EVERY ONE OF US WAS PLEASING TO READ AND HEAR

    • @marybacus3428
      @marybacus3428 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nostromo by Joseph Conrad. I can't seem to finish this chunk of book but decided to take my time.

    • @SunshineLoriKaeandZeus
      @SunshineLoriKaeandZeus ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Britt Marie was Here by Fredrik Bachman - I’m working through each of his books.

    • @punnettsquares
      @punnettsquares ปีที่แล้ว +7

      A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

    • @rhondabeaman1
      @rhondabeaman1 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Heidi was one of my favorite childhood books. I managed to find a copy just like the one I had as a child. I am enjoying rereading it ❤

  • @vitaemins4527
    @vitaemins4527 ปีที่แล้ว +580

    your husband making you the most beautiful shelves ive ever seen is THE DEFINITION of “if he wanted to, he would” you’re lucky to have found each other

  • @blackthornsloe8049
    @blackthornsloe8049 ปีที่แล้ว +362

    I love how Luke is holding a space and combining his creative energy with yours . It's like beautiful filigree around a softly glowing moonstone.

    • @the_light_writer
      @the_light_writer ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I only understand a fraction of what you wrote, but boy is it poetic! Perhaps you should consider writing a book if you haven't already!

    • @josiesmith850
      @josiesmith850 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      ❤️❤️❤️🧚🏼‍♀️🧚🏼🧚🏼‍♂️❤️❤️❤️xxx

    • @sallylunamoth5542
      @sallylunamoth5542 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @Blackburn Sloe What a Beautiful Comment

    • @courtneyawalsh
      @courtneyawalsh ปีที่แล้ว +8

      This comment is pure poetry.

    • @anthonyw2931
      @anthonyw2931 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was going to say something to your version, and then I read your comment!!! This perfectly expresses my feelings!!!

  • @maryperzigian4369
    @maryperzigian4369 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    When I was a child I lived in my world of books. Then I became an adult and lived in the “regular” world. Now I am relearning how to live in my amazing, calm book world.

    • @UncaDave
      @UncaDave ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Time to read “The Wind in the Willows” by Kenneth Grahame.

    • @lisahutcherson5897
      @lisahutcherson5897 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me, too😊

    • @jelenaluchina2023
      @jelenaluchina2023 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The same situation in my 37;)

  • @kimpeasester
    @kimpeasester ปีที่แล้ว +153

    YOU KNOW WHAT I NOTICED?? WHAT?WHAT? Thru all your fantastic videos, I just finally realized that everything about "Books" has gotten you the most talkative and excited!! So if you are in a slump, pondering over what kind of video to make, whip out a book or two and take us all on a journey. Yes, books are magical and probably the best gift to give alongside a vigorous growing plant.

    • @bonniebinsky6666
      @bonniebinsky6666 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Wonderful observation and suggestion Kim. 📚 🤗

    • @rrhines3151
      @rrhines3151 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yes, I do SO love how much speaking about books lightens your lovely face and brightens yours (and our spirits). Luke did an amazing creative job on your unique book shelves! They are stunning! ❤ I’m not sure if this will be of any comfort but I too have been exhausted… It could have been the recent cold snap New England (USA) just went through but I honestly feel I’m still adjusting to my part-time job. I’ve been unable to work since Fall 2020. I began in Sept and felt certain I should be used to the schedule by now. It’s clear I’m still struggling. So please be patient with yourself, Paola, as you miss being out searching for fairies 🧚🏼‍♀️ and treasures! The magic in your animals faces and their evidence that they adore 🥰 you is darling to see! I realize this is a long comment but for one so bright and talented, honor what you need! We, who truly value your gifts, understand that every genius needs her (or his) down time! With much love from New England! ❤❤

    • @rrhines3151
      @rrhines3151 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Your excitement spurred my comment!! The “what what” made me smile!😊

    • @treehugnhipi3765
      @treehugnhipi3765 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I would love to second that, Kim. 🥰

  • @raneemilliman7130
    @raneemilliman7130 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Your bookshelves are so beautiful. Your husband is very talented and has the vision to see the beauty hiding within those pieces of wood. Once you moved your books and plants etc. into the space, it looked like it had been that way forever. I love books and I love those shelves.

  • @katem3961
    @katem3961 ปีที่แล้ว +220

    After a long, busy night shift on a cancer ward, this was the breath of fresh air that I needed to quiet my soul. I love absolutely love my nursing career. Some shifts are truly heartbreaking, but strangely, always uplifting and inspiring too in its own way. Much 💗 from Australia 🇦🇺 😌

    • @libertyblueskyes2564
      @libertyblueskyes2564 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      We love and respect our nurses with all out heart.

    • @angelahagood3639
      @angelahagood3639 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Thank you Miss Kate for what you do! I am currently in “cautious remission “ from advanced stage four metastatic melanoma. My nursing staff were angels in those seven plus years! Their caring touch, their laughter, their sacrifice and strength gave me so much encouragement. Bless you and your gift of care!!!🥰💕🙌🏻

    • @katem3961
      @katem3961 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@leemelbourne3702 Thank you so much for your very kind words Lee. Take good care of yourself xx💖

    • @katem3961
      @katem3961 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@angelahagood3639 Thank you Angela, wishing you all things wonderful in your life. Take good care of yourself xx💗

    • @katem3961
      @katem3961 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@libertyblueskyes2564 Thank you 😊 💝

  • @mchlle94
    @mchlle94 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    At some point I stopped thinking about "becoming my best self", a version of me that was always somewhere in a land far away that I would never get to, and just started honoring myself, whoever that was/is at that moment in time. No one is static and "best selves" are illusions to keep us chasing things that often end up hollowing out our actual selves. The great thing about children's books is that they, in my opinion, really celebrate the little imperfect asynchronies in ourselves and our lives.

  • @LouiseAdie-zm2jf
    @LouiseAdie-zm2jf ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Luke's vision is so married to yours. He understands, he gets it. You are so lucky to have found each other. His use of live-edge wood for the bookshelves makes it so magical. You're right, it's like a fairy library and the way you have it organized and arranged does indeed make it feel like it's always been there. Comfort in books is so important. Mavi made me crack up. I strained my eyes and craned my neck to see where Beatrix Potter's books ended up. Very honored company, indeed. Thank you for your soft and light energy, it's just what I needed this morning. Blessings on your and your little family.

  • @rhondabeaman1
    @rhondabeaman1 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    I love the unique look of your new library as well as the help and supervision of Mavi! It was so sweet of Luke to work with your vision and create with you! Oh how I love your expressive and artistic videos!❤

    • @TheCottageFairy
      @TheCottageFairy  ปีที่แล้ว +34

      She is definitely keeping a close eye on things❤ and tumbling the books she doesn’t approve of 😂 thank you for your kind words, much appreciated

  • @maryannknox7158
    @maryannknox7158 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Luke is so Amazing to make your vision and dreams of the perfect Bookshelf’s 📚 come true ….Luke is a Great carpenter indeed ….I adore your new magical bookshelf’s so earthy and natural

  • @kristydavies1665
    @kristydavies1665 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    For gardeners I was gifted a book called The Well Gardened Mind. It was very impactful and moving. The writer is a psychiatrist who came to gardening through raising her family. The author Sue Stuart-Smith works with veterans with PTSD and other presentations as well as communities. It’s sounds dry but at times I was moved to tears with the beauty and honesty of her writing.

    • @pippas5808
      @pippas5808 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the recommendation - that sounds right up my street.

    • @kayceevallozzi
      @kayceevallozzi ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Had to come here to say that after reading your comment, I purchased The Well Gardened Mind. I just finished reading it, and can honestly say I haven’t been so moved by a book in years! Thank you so much for sharing! What a wonderful community Paola has created here. ❤

    • @kristydavies1665
      @kristydavies1665 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kayceevallozzi you are absolutely welcome.

  • @user-hf1ys4rr5h
    @user-hf1ys4rr5h ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Luke did an exceptional job with your new bookcase. The bark edge is exquisite, your cat has a lovely fluffy tail and your dog looks at you with those soft intelligent, understanding eyes that know more about you than you even know. You are indeed very much cared for and that is a tremendous blessing.

  • @MsScuppers
    @MsScuppers ปีที่แล้ว +178

    I absolutely love the new book shelves that Luke made for you. Beautiful!! As a retired teacher-librarian your love of books since childhood warms my heart. I too believe that books discovered and loved as a child can work their magic throughout one's life. Sending you much love from Victoria, B.C. Canada.

    • @NYKIRA
      @NYKIRA ปีที่แล้ว +1

      💛

  • @kimmberlie573
    @kimmberlie573 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Stunning. The bookshelf couldn’t be more beautiful. What a great job Luke did. Enjoy.

  • @sharonbrown2352
    @sharonbrown2352 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Those bookshelves are so beautiful! Luke did an amazing job.

  • @courtneyawalsh
    @courtneyawalsh ปีที่แล้ว +7

    My friend Sage is 80 and we went through the forest once leaving crystals & pieces of chocolate for the fairies. Apparently, they love sweets & shiny things. Another friend Theresa is also around that age & saw some Fae when she was 6 years old. It inspired her to become a horticulturist. 🧚🏼‍♀️🧚🏽🧚🏼‍♂️

  • @sylmarie6494
    @sylmarie6494 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Who says books aren't sentient? If everything is energy, then they are sentient! They choose us as much as we choose them. They speak with their own voices in their very own languages and ways. They become a great part of who we are and because of the energy exchanges, they impact us in ways that often change our personalities and our outlook on life. Amidst the madness in our world today, books are a wonderful avenue of escape from our sometimes hum drum life. You're blissed to have a very thoughtful husband. Congrats on the bookshelves.🐱🌻

    • @chrismaraccini8108
      @chrismaraccini8108 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Syl Marie Are you a writer? Your words are just beautiful, and I totally agree.

    • @TheCottageFairy
      @TheCottageFairy  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ahh!! How lovely ❤ thank you for sharing

    • @FG-ie7cu
      @FG-ie7cu ปีที่แล้ว

      "Who says books aren't sentient?" What a thing to say! I laughed out loud. Well, I agree. "Hold hands with the Greats," is my motto for the last two years. My best friends and kindred spirits are books, and I know they are living. Once I said to the Lord, "Is this right? These are just paper and ink, really!" He replied, "The Bible, too, in that sense, is just paper and ink, but is the Living Word, Jesus Himself. So think on that."

  • @robinmp8300
    @robinmp8300 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Its that time of the year, its been a hard, dark, long winter and its not finished yet unfortunately.
    Shelves are gorgeous, how sweet for him to do that for you.❤

  • @Kate42
    @Kate42 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Your husband did an amazing job on your bookshelf! It does have a very natural and fairy-like presence to it. I love it! It fits your home so perfectly!🌹🌹🥀🌺🌻🌷

  • @kellyhawes9293
    @kellyhawes9293 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    The colors of your books with the amazingly gorgeous shelves Luke crafted are better than any art installation you could have put there. It is art❤

  • @lauramonahan9343
    @lauramonahan9343 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    "Cottage Fairy Companion," by my favorite fairy. "The Meadow," James Galvin (from the library). "All Creatures Great and Small," James Herriot (wedding present from my husband 35.5 years ago ♥️, reading the series again). My favorite books as a kid were all the Black Stallion and Island Stallion books. Your live edge shelves are gorgeous!

  • @jillmcginnis4763
    @jillmcginnis4763 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    What a gift of love your husband gave you when making your shelf. I love love love books. This was absolutely beautiful and amazing. Thanks for sharing this video. I really enjoyed it.

  • @paulahawkins3786
    @paulahawkins3786 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love The Secret Garden, Anne of Green Gables, The Borrowers and the Nancy Drew books when I was a child - I also roamed the woods looking for fairies and making fairy homes from hollow trees- your new bookshelves are enchanting - your Luke is a wonderful artist!

  • @monabenkhalifa1268
    @monabenkhalifa1268 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Luke did an amazing job with the book shelves. I love how you used the lower shelf as a desk. Hope you will have many magical moments in your new library. Your cat is adorable and very curious. Have a wonderful day. Mine is because of you. Sending you much love.

    • @debbieconnelley342
      @debbieconnelley342 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes indeed! I loved the “desk” part as well. The shelves are simply beautiful and magical! Luck did a wonderful job!!! The kitty is too sweet, and oh so curious 😊❤️

  • @leslieweber5177
    @leslieweber5177 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    The book shelf is beautiful…Luke knows you so well. Enjoy 😊 🧚‍♀️❤️

  • @francescaroel2533
    @francescaroel2533 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I love watching your videos on a Sunday night or during the middle of the week; they’re a wonderful way to wind down or end the week and are such a comfort to me. They are all such a treat and I always look forward to hearing your wisdom, Paola🦉🌷

  • @kellyrees4619
    @kellyrees4619 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The bookshelves are sooo dreamy, and beautiful. It's clear how happy they make you:)

  • @karencarey2739
    @karencarey2739 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Your new bookshelves are beautiful. What a gift Luke has in creating such special items using nature as his pallet ❤️❤️❤️

  • @Native-Kitty
    @Native-Kitty ปีที่แล้ว +37

    First of all, props to Sir Luke for building those beautiful bookshelves! The wood detail is awesome. Second, thanks to your cat for being such a goofball. Thank you for this wonderful video Paola ❤❤

  • @celestethompson9542
    @celestethompson9542 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    The bookshelves are a work of art, so beautiful!

  • @jensschmidt3506
    @jensschmidt3506 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    These bookshelves Luke made for you look so gorgeous! A real peace of craftmanship! And they indeed look so solid as if they were made for eternity.

  • @itsmewende
    @itsmewende ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I must admit, I am not a reader, and I did love this video, your husband knows you well. Knowing that I wanted my daughter to read, when she was 4 I bought her a little kiddie record player, and books to follow with the record. She was all excited one morning and asked me to come to her room so she could read me a book. She started everyone with....when you hear this jingle you know it is time to turn the page. Yep every story started with that sentence 😊

  • @preetisudhamahakud1683
    @preetisudhamahakud1683 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    You are the Fairy I found and I am so glad to be alive in this magical world.😍🤗💕

  • @DEPARTMENTOFREDUNDANCYDEPT
    @DEPARTMENTOFREDUNDANCYDEPT ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I love your cat, Paola! You have always had nice animal companions, and they are so important for us in the winter when we are not going out as much. Your kitty's "help" during your project was such typical kitty behavior! It was fun to watch you both.

  • @cherylgoff8955
    @cherylgoff8955 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What a precious, beautiful gift those bookshelves are! Luke must be a very wonderful man

  • @serenadrobnack3617
    @serenadrobnack3617 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I took a break from studying to watch this video and now I have the biggest grin on my face. I love people who love books because they're always so happy talking about them. My first memories of books are my mother reading me the Little House on the Prairie books every night. I remember I used to be so impatient to hear the rest of the story that I would read ahead and then pretend that I was hearing it for the first time when she read before I went to bed. I was absolutely one of those children that read into the early hours of the morning under the covers as well.

  • @SassySue67
    @SassySue67 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Holy Moly, you really do have an abundance of books. The new bookshelves are absolutely beautiful. Your videos are so calming and peaceful.

  • @feylights166
    @feylights166 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    One can never have too many books, but it does feel good (though it is difficult) to go through them periodically. I recently sold some of my books to Powell's and got store credit. For more books, of course.

  • @merelhaans256
    @merelhaans256 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I'm very sad that I only met the beauty of books now, I'm 19. I didn't grow up around readers so I didn't become one. I get sad about that sometimes and even jealous of the people that got to grow up around books. But I'm mostly grateful for people like you who show me how to be a booklover in the best possible way. Thank you ❤️

    • @abriendo.COSILLAS
      @abriendo.COSILLAS ปีที่แล้ว +1

      dude youre a child, and you dont need people who likes books around. if you like read, thats enough. you talk like if you gone of this life.

    • @kristijanakristijanic
      @kristijanakristijanic ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You are so young, you have a time... Greating from Croatia!

    • @karlafuentes4001
      @karlafuentes4001 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The same. Now I'm 34. I get jealous of the beautiful libraries. I don't have enough time and money to buy that much, but I have a few now. Thanks to this kind of channels.

    • @Nox-wm2dx
      @Nox-wm2dx ปีที่แล้ว +4

      same i'm also 19 and I started really reading this year. I'm reading nietzsche books (Zarathoustra), other classics such as Anna Karenine by Tolstoï and books about ancient paris and things like this and I absolutly love it. Don't be jealous, it must be a pleasure nothing else and be happy that you have discovered this now.

    • @bec5006
      @bec5006 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I like to think of it as you have so much time left still to explore books from your current perspective. Of course it is sad you didn’t have that experience as a child, and it is important to feel that grief, but you’ve also now discovered how wonderful the world of literature is and can fully enjoy it as who you are now 💕
      I grew up loving books and often used fantasy as an escape from a broken home, and now I’m rediscovering novels from a classic literature perspective. There’s always more to explore and appreciate regardless of your age, and you never stop learning xx

  • @marisdionisio2594
    @marisdionisio2594 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The bookshelf that Luke built is so lovely!

  • @TheGeekMonster
    @TheGeekMonster ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The bookshelves are just unbelievably beautiful. I love natural looking furnishings of wood, stone, clay, etc. I love the little nooks for your plants and figurines, and the DESK space at the bottom is just brilliant. I'm very envious.

  • @teresaovalle7054
    @teresaovalle7054 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    The bookshelves Luke built for you are a true work of art and very obviously made with love.💕 I have had to part with many of my books at different times of my life, so I know how you feel. Books have and will always be my window to the world in so many ways. Sending you Love ♡ Light ☆ and Blessings. 🙏

  • @MsMayberry
    @MsMayberry ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Those are the most beautiful bookshelves I have ever seen! Thank you for your peaceful and warm videos❤

  • @theresahubbard5165
    @theresahubbard5165 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    How sweet of your husband to make you these beautiful shelves. ❤ My husband is a woodworker too and has made me numerous things and a house over our 42 years together. What a blessing.

  • @Selenesparkles
    @Selenesparkles ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Good Lord that bookshelf is amazing! Great job, Luke!

  • @dawnriddle-knowlton9932
    @dawnriddle-knowlton9932 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    First comment! Please never doubt your value, gifts, and positive influence. All your earlier jobs combined with your sensitive, mindful, wholesome, authentic, mature soul. An artistic angel. With this channel, your book on Amazon, and Etsy store, you are a natural success in the best of ways. Perhaps you could make a book for children since you love your childhood books so much and revel in whimsy and fantasy. Blessings as your life and offerings grow.

  • @virginieletertre8989
    @virginieletertre8989 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Those bookshelves are stunning. Luke did a great job and it fits so well in your space❤

  • @kmadsen65
    @kmadsen65 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Those shelves are INCREDIBLE! I ADORE NATURAL WOOD & the live edge is a bonus!

  • @CameoFarmer
    @CameoFarmer ปีที่แล้ว +236

    Oh thank you for this. My family is fighting tonight and this is just what I need to check out and not listen to them.

    • @Angel_HippieCityHealing
      @Angel_HippieCityHealing ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Hugs Emma. I’m glad you’re here and hope everything mellows out soon.💕✨

    • @FM-yk1yr
      @FM-yk1yr ปีที่แล้ว +12

      🙏🏾

    • @DaisyTea1
      @DaisyTea1 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      May God's peace full your heart and home tonight ~~ ♥️ 🙏🏻

    • @pubuduyapa4159
      @pubuduyapa4159 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I hope you're feeling better and that everything is okay, even if it's for a short while. ☺️😊🤗

    • @RLLUMB
      @RLLUMB ปีที่แล้ว +19

      This what I love about TH-cam you can be transported to the fairy cottage. I think about all the emotionally abused children or anyone having difficulty can come to channels like this and feel happy and hopefully loved xxxx you are not alone. ASMR whisper affirmations is nice to fall asleep to.

  • @Maria-fd7re
    @Maria-fd7re ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Your cat is so adorable! He is so involved and curious

  • @blondii191
    @blondii191 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    That little cozy desk nook at the bottom! ❤️ Just when I thought the shelves couldn’t get any better, I noticed it at the last second and my mind was blown ☺️ You and Luke seem to be so very perfect for each other and my heart is happy for you, Paola!

  • @hilarywallace9927
    @hilarywallace9927 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Wow, Luke has done such beautiful work on your bookshelves ...so gorgeous and special 💕 Love hearing which books inspired you as a youngster and with your art x

  • @instagamrr
    @instagamrr ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I wanted to recommend checking dollar tree for cheap hardcover children’s/YA books. I’ve found so many I love there and they bring a lot of magic into my life!

  • @mushroomlena
    @mushroomlena ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Wow those shelves are so beautiful! I’m in love. It’s also all the more meaningful because your husband built them from scrap wood.

  • @jillv4006
    @jillv4006 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I’ve always been a reader (when I was a little girl, I had my own little library in my room, made library cards for all my books, and made my family check them out) and your bookshelf is truly beautiful….perfectly suited for fairies and curious cats.

  • @starseeker4716
    @starseeker4716 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What wonderful bookshelves your husband built for you...lots of love there. Wishing you renewed energy and light filled days. Thank you for taking the time to make this video and share your day with us. Blessings. 💗

  • @jennycolacino2088
    @jennycolacino2088 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Being raised as an only child I loved loosing myself in books and looked forward to being able to go to the library! When I graduated to the adult section I really felt grown up. Still love to read.
    Those bookshelves are really unique I think Luke created them out of beautiful wood so they are one of a kind. You will have plenty of space for lots of books. I love the way you intersperse living plants among them Paola.❤

  • @sarahjmorelli
    @sarahjmorelli ปีที่แล้ว +10

    What a beautiful magical space you and your husband have created! Love the bookshelves they are perfectly splendid.

  • @Cherie5353
    @Cherie5353 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Omg I love the bookshelves. I love the live edge. Luke, you did an awesome job. Truly a labor of love. ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @catfish9539
    @catfish9539 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Wow well done Luke, your book shelf/ cat run 😂 is absolutely stunning. I would love to spend hours sitting in a cosy nook looking through your beloved collection.

  • @gingerspath3565
    @gingerspath3565 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I absolutely love, love, love your new bookshelf! Oh my goodness!!!! I love your books.

  • @karenc3788
    @karenc3788 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Your husband did a wonderful job, the shelves are beautiful. I love seeing your furry babies, so cute.

  • @universallyinsync
    @universallyinsync ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Dear One, those shelves are a beautiful thing. And if they were made with love (of course they were), all the better. I love your Fairy-Forest shelves. And books, glorious books!

  • @angelofmusic1992
    @angelofmusic1992 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Books are so important to me, I never go far without one and reading is something I look forward to every day.

  • @Jomatsch
    @Jomatsch ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Dear Paola, I just ordered you another "The Girls Book of Flower Fairies". This one will have more life but books from childhood can't be beaten. Enjoy!

  • @luanasalviano3606
    @luanasalviano3606 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It feels incredible listening to you talking about something that you love so much such as books. 💖

  • @abbieleonard8928
    @abbieleonard8928 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Both of my grandparents have recently passed away, their house was much like your cottage, quiet and left alone but you could also feel peace and love there. It sits empty and alone now but I still go and feel love.
    Your videos have helped me feel so much comfort with my grief. Lots of love to you friend ❤️

  • @lorrilewis2178
    @lorrilewis2178 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The new book shelves are magical!!! So unique.

  • @kookieaditi272
    @kookieaditi272 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Your Book shelf and book collection is so beautiful.

  • @jasminesmith6361
    @jasminesmith6361 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's blowing my mind how many of my favorite childhood books I saw and you mentioned in this video!!! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @abigailsanchez8307
    @abigailsanchez8307 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    How sweet of your husband.
    As a fellow collector and bibliophile, I find this book shelf very special indeed.

  • @janiceblackwell1480
    @janiceblackwell1480 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love the natural look of the bookshelves, Luke did an amazing job on them.

  • @allieblank5992
    @allieblank5992 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The book shelf is gorgeous! Seems so fitting in your home. Your kitty is such a curious cutie 🐾

  • @catherinerosner970
    @catherinerosner970 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love it when you add Luke into your videos and comments. He is your soul mate, and you are his! What a beautiful, sweet gesture to make those shelves! Having your sweet cat exploring and 'helping' shows your spirit. You got me thinking about the books I loved as a child too. Have a wonderful week and new adventures for 2023!

  • @sandrayarnell9498
    @sandrayarnell9498 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Beautiful book shelf! Your husband did a wonderful job making it! Thank you for all of your videos! I love your channel. I am a fairly quiet subscriber but just wanted to say how much I appreciate how hard you work on making these videos. Thank you for being a blessing in my life! Take Care and God Bless!

  • @darviecampbell2763
    @darviecampbell2763 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Your new bookshelf is truly lovely like a beautiful work of art. Luke is very talented. Also it's wonderful to give others a chance to curl up in a cozy chair and enjoy reading your past treasures as this cold winter passes by.

  • @sammiecollier8783
    @sammiecollier8783 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Beautiful book shelf!

  • @losserrano10
    @losserrano10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your videos make me feel such comfort and inspire me. Thank you! Hope you have a lovely week ✨🤍🌿

  • @sharonk8279
    @sharonk8279 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful shelves! You are also a tasteful decorator. Just love your style.

  • @bluepane5383
    @bluepane5383 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are ASMR personified. Watching your videos has always bring me a sense of calm and rest. Thank you!

  • @madelinebell84
    @madelinebell84 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I absolutely squealed getting to see your books! I immediately noticed that I already own at least half of what I could see, so considering that we clearly have the same taste in books you can be sure that I'll be going back frame by frame and writing down the ones I don't have. I'm willing to bet I'll like those too. And those shelves!! Before you even said it, I commented to my husband that they look like fairy house shelves. Luke did such a beautiful job on them. I can't imagine anything more perfect. Thank you for sharing this with all of us! Also, Mavi is a whole vibe unto herself and I adore her for it. 🥰

  • @sarahraymer574
    @sarahraymer574 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Paola, your shelves are amazing adding the perfect touch to your new fairy cottage! Nothing better than bookshelves and getting to organize them! Enjoy!

  • @mailevan547
    @mailevan547 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    On behalf of all of us Mailes out there, don’t worry - it’s a Hawaiian name and we’re used to no one on the mainland being able to pronounce it. It’s “MYlee” or “MYleh” depending on how correct you want to be 😊 I also love the whole Apothecary series and was so excited to see that the author and I have the same name since that rarely happens!

  • @Dawnnem
    @Dawnnem ปีที่แล้ว +17

    What a stunning book shelf. Your husband did a wonderful job! When I was 13 there was a series of books in the UK called the great writers (with each title accompanied by a magazine). My parents had no money so it was a great sacrifice for them to buy the weekly book. I still have all those books and magazines 30 decades later. I am a painter so most of my books now are contemporary art but I love and cherish that series of books bought with love and sacrifice from my mum and dad. Love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @deborahwheeler4668
    @deborahwheeler4668 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love the bookshelves your husband made for you! Wow! Stunning…organic and whimsical ❤

  • @andreav83
    @andreav83 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Absolutely stunning bookshelf - and with desk space too! Love it!

  • @zsanettzoli
    @zsanettzoli ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank You again. I also comment on Your lovely husband, Luke, who rarely appears, but silently and unseenly he is there in all videos. It is so nice to see how much he loves and support You. Have a happy life together!

  • @morganfiona8378
    @morganfiona8378 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Book that aren't "impressive" but mean so much to us are so valuable and i think we should all talk about them more! The song of the lioness series by Tamora Peirce are some of mine ♥️

  • @luludi3
    @luludi3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    He did an amazing job, the book shelves are just beautiful! ❤️📚

  • @suecorrigan1216
    @suecorrigan1216 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What beautiful book shelves your husband graced you with!! I love seeing them styled and full of books...one of my favorite things!! ❤️

  • @trudiswanson9855
    @trudiswanson9855 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Oh Paola, I just closed my eyes trying to imagine that delicious pine scent of those gorgeous bookshelves, and I fell asleep! Watching you is relaxing and calming. ❤ T. 🇭🇲🐞

  • @SunshineLoriKaeandZeus
    @SunshineLoriKaeandZeus ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The book shelves are absolutely brilliant ❤❤❤ I love your book organization too. Wishing you rest and a peaceful, blessed week so you can go explore and ski. 🤗💜

  • @purrsephone2904
    @purrsephone2904 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've been reading Highly Sensitive People in an Insensitive World by Ilse Sand. In my childhood, there were very few books, and the only book I can recall is Greek Myths.🌿

  • @mariac4602
    @mariac4602 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I LOVED your story of diligently searching for fairies. Absolutely precious!

  • @dianechaniewski293
    @dianechaniewski293 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This is beautiful!! I have a soft spot in my heart for the Dinotopia series and the Laura Ingalls series.

  • @rachaelconza8500
    @rachaelconza8500 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I just love this channel. You are such a beautiful human and look forward to your channel every week My favourite books as a child of all time is The land of the far away tree series. The enchanted wood. The folk if the faraway tree. Enid blyton. I have kept these to pass on to my children's children. Such a escàpe as a kid to visit magical far off places 😁. I'm 46 but will forever cherish these books for the vivid imagiñations they gave me.

  • @teresahennes6502
    @teresahennes6502 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I am so happy when I see that you put a new video! I love your new bookshelves! Isn't it great to have a husband that really wants to give you things that he knows that you really want. My husband does this too.

  • @deidrespencer5467
    @deidrespencer5467 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Luke's bookshelves are simply gorgeous! Great job. 👏 Thank you, Paola, for introducing me to your favourite children's books. Sadly, I have not heard of most of them, but now I can give them to my three granddaughters to feed their imaginations. Many thanks. 🥰

  • @sidilicious11
    @sidilicious11 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The new bookshelves are stunning, especially with your books on it. I grew up in a family that read a lot. Books were a wonderful part of my childhood too.