Settling In to Our New Home
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ก.ย. 2024
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These last few weeks have felt like turning over a new leaf. The longer light of spring and the fresh herbs from the wilds have sparked so much inspiration and creativity - and I have found so much joy in this time.
We have been able to settle in more to our new home and it's been wonderful to have time to reconnect to my passions.
There is still so much more to see and discover in the time to come and I am greatly looking forward to it all!
In this video I collected and dried stinging nettles or utica dioica.
I also was able to set many of my favorite spring herbs from home to dry as well as craft some violet syrup. A recipe for which I have on my other channel and you can find it through this link: • A Magickal Recipe for ...
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That’s really sad that someone, anyone would stop you from renting or buying a home based on your relationship! How you live your life is none of their business with the exception of determining your ability to pay the bills and care for the home. The rest of your life is your own and not anyone’s business!
I love your new home! It has a lot of character, which is my favorite type of home!
It is so stupid. A lot of people won’t let certain “kinds” of people buy their homes. My husband and i are “alternative” looking. We both have a lot of large creepy imagery tattoos and i have crazy green hair and we have been turned down for not “fitting” in the neighborhood on a house we loved. So unfair and stupid. Our realtor has been running all of our errands for this current offer bc I don’t want anyone to see us and turn us down again😅😭I literally wore a hair wrap to come see this house so the sellers realtor wouldn’t pass any judgment on me🙃fingers crossed that all of us who are different can find a place to love and live!! Sending good luck to everyone in the same boat!!!
Usually those "people" put their faith before getting to know the person
I agree with you on it's none of their business...but there are people who enjoy sticking their nose in where it doesn't belong !
Another exceptional video, Annie. So well done. 🌷🌸 I’m sorry you’ve had such a hard time finding a place. It is unfair how you both were treated. Just always remember … it’s not you. It’s them. Hatefulness is learned and they were not taught well. I hope you find your place soon. Love and Light 💖🕯
My ex wife and I had quite a few hurdles when we rented but in Seattle there is a queer phone book so that will help you both with finding rentals and homes. So take a look there 😉 good luck my friend ❤️
thank you
Annabel, I work in the multi family housing industry. I help manage rental properties along the West Coast. What we look for when qualifying an applicant who owns their own business is that they have a personal banking account along with their business account. We cannot accept business accounts to income qualify because you do not take home all of your business funds. We know that business expenses are involved, so only ask for personal checking account statements and to show that you have filed a recent 1040 tax return to supplement the income in your personal bank account. If you are a sole proprietor on your business accounts, I would recommend making a personal account and paying yourself weekly or bi-weekly from your business account. Also, if you feel like you are ever being discriminated against, Fair Housing laws do exist and protect people of all kinds. This is a bit harder when dealing with a private owner, but not impossible. Hope this helps ❤️
I’m so sorry you had to deal with being turned away because of your relationship, no one should have to run into that 💕
I grew up in central Arizona, where there are two seasons: trying to kill you with allergies and trying to kill you with allergies and heat. Spring straddles those two, and I always hated it. Then I moved to Portland, Oregon, and I learned that spring green is actually a color in nature, and I saw my first crocus, and I learned that there are SO MANY FLOWERS. I’m living in Ireland now, which is very similar to the PNW, and this weekend I got to walk through a forest filled with bluebells. I’m convinced it was enchanted. I have my kids on a mission to find every dandelion head out back and blow it in our garden so I can have all the dandelions for all the recipes. I’m going to be brave and harvest nettle for the first time, since I drink nettle tea every day, and we have a ton of it. We’ve been trying all the edible plants on our property - hawthorn, speedwell, daisies, cowslip, and cuckooflower, so far. I guess this spring for us is about nature’s abundance, now that we’re in a place where it’s safe to forage.
Sounds so idyllic!
I have always been told by doctors, since i have allergies and asthma, that somewhere like Arizona would be the best place for me to live! Lol this makes me think differently...
@@shannonbritton5313 That used to be true, but in the 90s and onward, people moved from all over the country and brought their plants with them, so now the allergy situation is nightmarish. It’s worse for people who’ve lived in Arizona their whole lives.
I'm in Arizona... Love the PNW, now you're living a dream in Ireland! Happy for you! Best to you
You shouldn't drink the nettle tea more than a week and then stop for another couple of weeks. It's a strong quack remedy and it can harm your liver and kidneys.
Annabel Margaret , as an elder senior woman 79yrs young: I am a subscriber to your channel
Because of my 23yr old Granddaughter , that just loves everything you present in such a beautiful
Creative fashion, and I myself also have so much admiration for your most interesting presentation
Mother Earth. You are a very gifted young woman and may all your
dreams be fulfilled .
Mary Canada 🍁
I'm 71 and am hooked on Annie, too.
Thank you so much for the kitchen share...i love galley kitchens....there are beautiful removable botanical contact papers that would be perfect for the cabinets.
I am a winter gal (and fall) as I am the sole caretaker of my 10 acres and spring feels frantic with constant reminders of failures for lack of time and or money. On the flip side, thinking of you while Im on my tractor navigating the chickweed, violets, redbud & dogwoods on my property.
I actually rent out 2 cottages here in the piedmont of virginia and prefer people with animals & queer folk especially.
I know of several people out here who would be happy to rent to you dogs, age & queerness being of no concern.
Cheers
I always feel the awakening, and a deep need to catch as much sunlight as I can.
This time of year is one that drains my energy and isn’t one that makes me happy. For me I’m not into spring & summer. I love the winter and to walk barefoot in the snow. Each of us has a season that makes us happy and for me it’s winter.
Best wishes in your new home.
beautiful area . . very cozy home you have made it very warm/welcoming
take care ❤️🙋♀️🦋🌈🌻💐🌞🌺🐶
Thank you
I'm loving your hair now... This is my favorite look for you!
I'm broken hearted for the awful closed minded people that you've had to encounter. So much negativity still, in our country.
We all love you, know that... And all of my positive thoughts are sent to you both...
I have been born and raised in seattle and surrounding area . It is so odd to me that people would discriminate against you in this day in age. I am older and have never had an issue with how people live and love. Love you . Keep going and know as said in other post. It is not you ,it is them with the problem. Give the fury babies a big hug for me.
Always great to see you. I shared this video with my partner, we are within the LGBTQ spectrum as well. We are old enough to be your g’parents - so strange to say! Life goes by very quickly, I will tell you it is literally just a few breaths until people say you are old! I suggest you frame any prejudice (or ignorance) you experience as NOT due to your age, funds, type of work or sources or level of income, maturity, life experience, educational levels, industry, or anything else other than, yes, base it upon being 2 women. If you have not done so, I would have documentation of everything as pertains to eduction, jobs, income, and goals ready at all times as a synopsis that is given prior to any meet up. I would “screen” the potential renter or seller ahead of time rather than waiting for acceptance. You will find some people fall through and don’t “feel right” to you well in advance. Don’t waste your time further. Then others may be so so when you screen but the ones to follow up on are the ones you feel easeful with right off the bat by email, phone and PRIOR to a “meet and greet” visit. Narrow it to those folks along with screening for the “right” place. This will then save you a lot of hassle. Once a sense of connection is made PRIOR to meeting, it’s not too likely that you’ll see judgment and bias become a factor, even if it would have without the preliminary steps. I don’t think I’m adding anything to what you’ve thought and done already, I simply want to support you and what you asked of your subs in the comments. Cheers to the beautiful place that you’re enhancing with your own aesthetics and here’s to spring time! 🥂 ~Todd 🦊
Intuition is a powerful thing. Me and my husband had a moment when we felt stuck in our house hunting. It felt very odd as we never had such issues. Whatever we wanted - we had it. In this case the more we were pushing, the more hard it was. Subconsciously, I felt something wasn't right. We just waited patiently, and after a while everything started to make sense. We just had to wait for the right circumstances, accept the present, live the moment and not our perfect vision... It just clicked eventually. Whatever is happening right now Annie, just let it be. Of course, keep your search, keep yourself active but try not to stress too much. Everything will be fine. I'm sure of it.
Spring for me is walking amidst the flower, especially wildflowers in a meadow or along the roadside. It's sun and wind speaking in the trees. It's calm and energy and excitement. I feel brave and more confident in spring, to talk to others, work on new or ongoing projects. I love to just sit in nature! Lots of chances to reset with nature being beautiful in spring so, it's less stressful than other seasons.
I’m at the beginning of learning about herbs, but I do remember growing up and seeing my uncle mixing nettles with cooked potatoes for chickens in spring to give them a boost in the spring.
I was born and grew up in the South. My first marriage brought me to Maine in 1996! I have been in this lovely state since. The seasons, the landscape, the ocean and the richness of Spirit captivate me!
Maine, in my experience, welcomes diversity.
I wish you the best🦋💛💫
My little baby enjoyed the sounds of this video 🥰
I'm so glad!
One thing that always surprises me is when people in the US, UK, or Europe are renting, but are allowed to add nails to the walls or paint them.. Making it your home, instead of something temporary. You've made this place feel cosy, and calm, and I'm really happy for you two!
(I'm in Australia, where you have to get permission to even hang Command hooks on the wall of your rental)
Hello Annie from the Scottish Borders 🖐🏴. Thank you for sharing. I live in a small village, very rural near farms and woodland. I think when you live in the countryside you notice the seasons more. Spring for me is watching the birds making nests, tadpoles hatching in our pond, apple blossom 🌸, our resident Hedgehog wakes up 🦔. Looking out for the return of the Swifts and Swallows , lambs in the field,, oh , yes, maybe some sunshine 🌞. Wishing you and your girlfriend all the very best. 🙏💗🐾🐾🌺
This was exactly what I needed today. The “whispering radio” as you said it brought me straight to my childhood of my mama spring cleaning with the radio in the background, and your voice always is calming. I almost felt the warm fragrant wind on my face. 😊. Thank you as always.
I love all your videos. They bring me calmness when I am having a panick attack...which is alot
The way you make your videos and the energy and vibe they give is so inspiring to me 😤 I can only hope to one day create something as powerful to share with others
I can't wait for the violets to emerge to work with them. Right now, here in Massachusetts, just the leaves are up, same with my nettle patch, just a few inches tall. This month has been chilly (which I LOVE) and things are a little behind schedule but it gives me a chance to get ready for my new...greenhouse! Your apt. looks so comfy and homey, I look forward to the tour soon. Blessed Be, Annie! *MA is pretty liberal if you're thinking of coming east and we definitely have 4 distinct seasons.
Just love your videos, you're a beautiful person, inside and out.
I am facing this reawakening with new eyes this year, I have been chronically ill for a number of years and it has forced me into my home. I live in the woods of the PNW on Vancouver Island and I have felt a connection to the forest for years and have had to admire from afar, I’ve developed a love for Hummingbird watching. This year I actually know what is affecting my body and my life, I have also got a walker! Our porch garden will be planted in the next month, and I’m looking forward to walks in the woods and connecting to the earth again.
You look at peace where you are. When the time is right for you to move you will know, and the next place will reveal itself at that time. For now, enjoy your life where you are with the people you love.
My boyfriend I and were talking for a while about moving to Washington State from Illinois, wanting the freedom of living closer to nature with minimal restrictions, but an opportunity came up in Florida and we took it. We have been here for over 3 years and don’t regret it. We keep an open mind, that another opportunity in a different state might come in the future, but we know for sure we don’t want to move back to Illinois.
I grew up in Texas and because of the heat pretty early on spring really wasn’t very long. I felt most connected with fall as the cool weather came in and the leaves began to change. Not to mention I have a strong connection with that time of the month because that’s when I was born. I’ve always felt more spiritual during fall. However, there is something to be said about appreciating the beauty and wonder of spring and the life that it abounds.
Your channel is just so soothing. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I'm in central FL, no idea what's local. But I'd like to connect to the energy of the land, too! Your style of cinematography also is really lovely. Thank you!
We bought a house 4 years ago and I found that it's more and more difficult each year to rent or buy something... There is always a detail that people said "hum... well no..." Fortunately we find a great house for our family here in Ireland. Also I think it's the first time in many years (maybe in my entire life) I finally settle not necessary in a home but in my mind. It's a new feeling for me and it's magical in a way.
I moved to Washington State two years ago. I have lived in 6 states and this is so far the best in every way. I retired and looked for an inexpensive place and I found it! I live way up north by the North Cascades and find the constant beauty of nature so addictive! I think you and your girlfriend will find the PNW very addictive and welcoming too!
I live in Utah which is a place of extremes. Extreme differences in landscape across the state, seasons, and definitely extreme opposites within the culture. There are many things that I have loved, and others that have been very difficult in my time here, but the seasons changing so distinctly has always been a comforting reminder that all things have their time. It is currently spring and I am also enjoying and taking advantage of the fresh blossoms. I wish you well in your current west coast "season", I hope you find many things to love, and your reasons for sticking it out. Sending love 💜
Simply beautiful and inspiring !
Spring has just begun here in New York. The dandelions are everywhere. My lilac trees are just beginning to bud. A few of my herbs are starting to sprout. Baby birds are hatching. I adore this season more than the others, though I do enjoy the Fall as well. I just find I have more energy, feel more inspired, and more myself this time of year. As a lesbian myself, I’ve dealt with the issues of rentals as well. But, you do t want to enter into a home with that kind of energy anyway in my opinion. I’m so in love with your new place. So much character and charm.
I feel more energised and I love watching the green appearing, the birds starting to nest. We have nest cams so we can see the babies grow, I love it ❤️🇬🇧
Also, I wanted to say I also live in the PNW (Washington, here) and real estate/rentals have been BRUTAL. My partner and I just bought our first home in 2020... The prices were bad then and now it's even worse! I don't understand how anyone affords anything. I'm so sorry for all the frustrating setbacks you and your partner have experienced. But the fact that this new space was so easy to get into definitely says something! Meant to be, for sure. ❤️
I've only recently started my practice and because of covid and all this confinement, it feels like I'm seeing spring for the first time, and all the flowers look beautiful, love seeing the bees, the butterflies, it's all so beautiful
I live in Woodbridge, VA (Northern Virginia) so you know exactly how the seasons are here! but I love it, especially after this winter, which I've had to deal with A LOT of things in my life....this spring feels so good, i cannot wait to see what life has in store for me over the course of the spring and summer!
Ohio....I don't think I could ever live where I don't have all four distinct seasons. I love the new beginning each season brings.
It’s just so warm and cozy I’m so happy You guys are happy and blessed Annabell I’m in search for some bees wax to make some salves I too just moved to the country on 65 acres of pure excitement lots herbs 🌿 and I’ve been 🌱different gardens can’t wait to get your book 📚 this December I feel a calm positive vibes in the forest 🌳I’m in Midwest Arkansas area
As always you are so eloquent and everything you share has meaning and purpose and I love that about your content. I live in southern California suburbs. So there isn't a whole lot of nature I can go out in and collect such beautiful plants and herbs. I keep trying to get the family to move to Pacific northwest where we can slow down and enjoy nature.
I am glad you both found a place and hope you will have many happy hours there together. If some are not ready to have you as two women move in together, they do not yet deserve you being around and spreading your joy for life. The way you live the seasons feels so right. In many years, I feel stressed during spring time. I enjoy it and am excited about all of nature reawaken and being able to spend more time outside. Reflecting, I wonder, whether I just did not rest enough during winter (with projects pressing on) to be ready for a new awakening... any thoughts are welcome.
I was so glad to see this new video; id been missing them. I love to see all of the things you make with the things around. I have stinging nettle in my yard, and i know it's very healthy but have never known just what to do with it. Maybe this spring I'll pick some and dry it. I live on Puget Sound and it makes me happy to think that you are somewhere in the area. Silly, I know. 😉
You did not mention nor did I see the dogs in this video. Are they still with you? I'm looking forward to your book. I'm sure it will be lovely. Anyway, thanks for the new video and best wishes for the future wherever you land.
I'm so sorry that you and your girlfriend have faced such hurtful discrimination. Glad you were able to find a place eventually. Your new home looks lovely.
I love in Florida and the seasons are always so challenging for me. Winter is absolutely gorgeous and all we want to do is be outside and play. Sometimes it's hard to get into that rest & hibernate mode. Spring is nice, but short lived. I would love to be in a place where the seasons were a little more traditional. In fact, my family has been trying to purchase acreage out of state and it's so difficult right now with the market the way it is. So we continue to say for a similar reason to yours: clearly our work here isn't done.
I live in the UK with very distinct seasons, and Spring is always a season full of hope for me, I can struggle with my mood quite a bit during winter, and getting out for long walks and foraging during the first signs of Spring always gives me hope for better, brighter and lighter times.
I'm being forced to move due to my landlord selling, and am feeling very stressed about it at present, but I know that it's all part of my path. Sorry to hear about your barriers to renting and buying, my ex was self employed, and a previous landlord insisted on a sole tenancy in my name as I'm not, despite him being able to prove he earned much more than me!
I look forward to reading your book when it's released 💚
We found our best rental ever by seeing a house that was for sale and just going and knocking on the door and asking if they would be willing to rent to us! It worked and was a great experience. Then I got a neighbor to decide to rent to my mother since their house was for sale also. The market is a little dif right now tho. 🌿🌱🌾🍀
I feel there is still energy there in the forests that you need right now. 🙏💕🌱 I hope it finds you.
As Always...
Gracious Beauty, of Sight and Sound.
Well Done... Thank you.
I love spring for putting into action the plans I had made beforehand. But I also feel the energy coming back in my body, so I get new plans, some plans get bigger than I can handle. But the dreams are always fun anyway.
You always calm my spirit. I feel so free when I see the nature video. Thank you
When I watch your videos they are so helpful..plus I love to hear you talk you relax me so much you are a beautiful person.
Hi Annie, beautiful video and new apartment. Congrats on the new place and your manuscript. I love that you are listening to your intuition and going with what feels right to you! In future, know that here New Jerseyans are generally more liberal and accepting of all lifestyles and we’d love to have you here! We’ve got it all from hill country to beach, farmland and a few cities in between with 4 distinct seasons. We do pay a bit more for that privilege but it’s somewhere I will probably always call home. Wishing you well!!
That is a very nice kitchen. 😊
“What are you excited about?” I love that question!
First, congratulations on your manuscript! That’s awesome! Annnnd finding a for-now space!
I am in Michigan. We have had our usual fits-and-starts Spring. Is it Winter? Is it Spring? No one seems to know, especially Ma Nature! 😂 But I wake up with the Earth and creative impulses are a bonfire within.
I have finally started my novel - a trilogy, I hope. The stories are in a constant flow state, but my writing is rusty. It will take practice.
As always, your content is a gem in my day. Unusually peaceful, your videos are such a needed reprieve from a world that is more and more commercialised.
Thank you. ♥️
Hello from another Michigander! Can't believe we're supposed to be hitting the 80s soon - I'm in the middle of the mitten.
You could always get one of those kitchen islands on wheels with storage underneath then you could keep it under the window when not in use and pull it out near the stove when you need the counter space just an idea 🥰
Love your videos. Your voice is so calming in such a chaotic world.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Blessings from New York
Life in general is definitely simalar to chapter found within any novel. The similarities between life and continuous plot lines is, for me especially speaking from the perspective of a senior woman, intrigues me. One never quite knows what to expect from our life's journey which truly needs to be embraced with patience and understanding. My wish for you and your partner is all the blessings in the world. Adore your gentleness and knowledge which shows within your vlogs. Blessings from The West Kootenays of British Columbia, Canada.
I craft my dry bits and bobs during winter as you say rest from the world x teas and salves I burn myself whilst working calendula during the winter helps me heal x my abundance is dry herbs from the summer and spring pickles, and sauces, jams I cannot be without them I bake my bread I dry courgette into and blend to powder. I try not leave my home. X
I just found your channel! I'm intrigued. Now I have to go back and watch from the beginning. I've just moved to Sydney, Australia from the states and your video gave me a little patch of home. I'm having a difficult time going into winter when it should be spring! Thank you for sharing a bit of your soul.
It is starting too cool here in Sydney Aus.
I'm in Michigan & Spring has been slow in coming. We've had weeks of below-normal temps, but next week it's supposed to be in the 80s!
Very excited for this video and for you, sending love
Seasons. Seven days ago it was 95° The next day 81°and windy at 40 mph. We were seeing the start of Spring. Five days ago it was 74° with a bit of rain, and the leaves finally popped out on our weeping white birch. Yesterday it was 33° and it snowed 3 inches. Today muddy, overcast and cool it 45° Yes, yes I live in Colorado. 😏 No other trees have budded yet, just tiny bits of green here and there. Everything is still trying to wake up from winter. We will have about a week of spring-type weather, decent temperatures, maybe a little rain and lots of wind. Then summer will be here and it will be 90 degrees or higher everyday. 😬
How very sad that hate continues in the now. I am so sorry that you and your partner are experiencing this. Just know that not everyone is that way. There are those of us that love unconditionally, and support love in all it's many forms. Be true to yourself and keep doing your good work!
Beautiful video, thank you for sharing your adventures! I'm so so sorry you and your partner have had difficulties with finding a new home. I hope you find peace and joy and this new space💓
Sorry to hear about the problems you encountered when trying to move back east. I'm afraid I have no advice, but I wanted to answer your question about how spring feels. Ever since I was a teenager (many decades ago) I have struggled with feeling fatigued in the spring. My mother called it "spring fever." This year I've been researching herbal spring tonics and trying to incorporate them into my meals. I also often come down with a bad cold in the early spring! I love the end of winter, but I have to confess it's not the best time of year for me, lol! Looking forward to getting the garden started. Best of luck to you and your girlfriend!
I'm from Rhode Island, and can assure you would be more than welcome here, as well as Massachusetts. I'm afraid the further north you travel views, and openness for current culture are varied. The New England coastline is fantastic, I would recommend visiting.
My spouse understands trying to buy a house while young. It was difficult to be taken seriously as a college student even though his credit score and income were secure and well established. Sometimes it just takes a lot of persistence to finally find the right people to work with. But also the market is extremely crazy right now in most of the USA. We had a very difficult time trying to buy this year and were declined a lot even when offering well above listing price. So glad you found a good place, I'm excited to see how this journey unfolds
Before my husband and I were married we lived together for three years and a lot of places didn't want to rent to us because we weren't married. It's ridiculous. We've now been married for 27 years, so it was their loss. Your home is out there, just waiting for you to find it...sending good vibes your way!
I like the closed off kitchen too
Yay! Just what I need whilst in hospital 🤍 hope you’re well 😘
Yay just what I needed today thank you for uploading! Thank you for letting us into your lil corner of your world ❤️
It takes a considerable amount of time and effort, to overcome certain obstacles but I'm sure you will get there. Discrimination against age and sexual orientation is extremely disheartening, however you have the purest heart and will always find a way to establish a pure and beautiful home for you both. All the best to you with many more adventures to come.♥️🦋🌻🌻🌺🌲🍀🌴🌷🌷🐞🦋
I've only seen you for a few months and I'm stuck like glue..thank you so much for sharing what you share!
This is the first year when the physical realm is moving onto spring, but my inner reality is stuck in winter. The winter season was particularly grueling and stressful with a big move & unexpected difficulties. It’s interesting taking some introspective & restful time as the world around me is blooming.
I’m so sorry about your challenges. As a queer, self-employed individual, I’m so very nervous to venture out into the housing market.
Love to you,
Mary Lu
Hey, Annie! I've been watching both your channels for a while and just wanted to say that your videos are absolutely stunning and your cinematography is on point. 🤩 So glad to see you two happy and prospering in a new space!
Many many blessings to you and yours for this new chapter ♡ Beautiful video as always.... 💕🌿
It is mid-autumn right now in my part of the world, inching towards. My favourite time of the year always used to be around Imbolg, early august. I loved that stirring feeling and seeing the wildflowers come out. Right now, with the weather cooling down, the Qld Silver Wattle in my front yard is soon to erupt into spectacular yellow flower. The buds on the grey-green leaves are very slowly but surely growing. May is my birthday month. My dad and I both notice that the May sky is a very particular shade of blue. I'm hoping to get my disabled bum out into a national park on my birthday (it's tradition). The days are definitely cooling down, from our hot sticky humid mosquito-ridden subtropical summer. I will soon be bitching about the cold though, because the inside of our house is basically whatever you don't want it to be - cold in winter and hot in summer. I started really writing again on the 1st of May last year, so it's nice to see that I've come full circle again in that way. I always find your videos really calming. Thank you Annie. I'm sorry you ran into some queerphobic misfortune on your house-hunt, but glad you've found a cosy nest for now.
Love this vlog, thank you for sharing. I have not been regular but I see so much change in you as whole. All the best...the world is still coming to grips with diversity and different ways of living. Congratulations and 2023 feels like more sifts and more tolerance for all.
Dear Annabel Margaret,
A beautiful Spring video from you, and a return to nature’s beginnings. I so love your quiescent voice and narration. Beautiful surroundings you have procured here, and yes, there is a calling for you still as you atune to it.
I love seeing the dogs and missed them this time.
Spring to me ( at least this year , is also tidying up, sorting through things that can be donated or placed into winter storage ….) I had lots of table lamps through the winter and have put several of those away now with the long et daylight, dusting, sorting, tidying, and also continuing to thin my possessions to simplify my surroundings, and the end result is calming and rewarding in its own gentle way.
Reconnecting with the Earth and its new growth, lots of walks in solitude and quiet to appreciate the immense beauty of the PNW ( I’m just North of you)… a Canadian sister :)
And yes, reception can be strange…. of People to people…. A sincere friend told me, those were not your people… when something struck me the wrong way.
Remember dear ones, that your people will find you at the right time. Grace to you both. Stay well and be at peace as you bring so many peace through your art, creativity and gentleness Xoxo
Congratulations on your new home! I hope you settle in and can relax and create an environment that enriches you both. Looking forward to hearing more about your new book! 💕🌷💕
Your new place looks so much more suited to you, even though it may not be exactly what you are looking for it is a step in the right direction and that is always something celebrate too 💞🙌 I know the struggle with renting, my partner and I have rented for 10 years now, I am 28 so we have experienced a lot of age bias in that time. Unfortunately I don't have any tips really, it becomes easier to navigate with time like most things do but the fact someone "lords" over you is always frustrating to me. Being more free and doing things your own way would be so much nicer haha. Unrelated but maybe an idea for the other channel, I know it probably seems so simple but a video on how you dry flowers/herbs would be awesome! ^_^ I hope you have many happy adventures instore this year!
Ahhh, Nettle! My allergy saviors!
Your family should be great ful for your care of the cabin over the winter. It might not have survived! Wonder if it's possible your grandmother will leave it to you in her will.
looks like an amazing home!
thank you, I feel very lucky to have found it
I just found out your other channel yesterday evening, and for some reason I felt that I should subscribe it. In the last 2 weeks, my life changed completely (almost 180°...), and one thing that I learn is that there are no coincidences. When the universe has something planned for you, the it will happen. So, by the way you describe your adventure of renting a place, there is were you should be. Since a couple of years ago people have been saying that 2022 would be a year of wakening. I didn't really believe it, but now I am pretty sure of it. Just let go, things will show by themselves at the right time, just trust that whatever you need it will be provided. And no, although I sound like a crazy religious person, I am not (I don't even have a religion!).
About you and your girlfriend, people are afraid of what they don't know. You are a very sweet person, so just let it out. Smile and show kindness, people will come to you eventually. Smiling is really underestimated.
Good luck!
The excitement of spring!! It’s still early spring where I am and the small spring flowers are just starting to bloom, needless to say the anticipation is growing! I’m looking forward to a spring and summer full of your beautiful crafting!
I’m sorry to hear about how you were treated trying to find a place to live, it shows society truly has a long way to go… Like you said though, it worked out for the best in the present moment and you get to spend a bit more time in the west!
Thank you for a beautiful video Annie!
It is an absolutely horrible time for housing, no matter what. We looked for so long for a house as previous homeowners (no rental history) and ironically that was displeasing to many people even though we are cis, have children and my partner has a well-paying engineering job. I so encourage you and everyone to save the money for a reasonable down payment and do whatever you need to actually buy and own your own home, even if it's to get a 'starter home' first. We ended up at my family's 300 year old homestead that my Dad was using as a second home and I was iffy at first but it has been an adventure and even a blessing, because last month my father passed away after a long illness and yet here we are surrounded by his things, memories, and generations of heritage - it would be so much harder to miss him and be somewhere else than where I can feel him still all around. I hoped to move this summer and buy again finally, but now we may spend another year in this beautiful, sleepy, slightly crumbling old place- but if so it must be like you said, for a reason, something still needs me here or there is more to learn. Thank you for your beautiful content and I hope spring brings you all that you desire.
Spring is such a beautiful and inspiring season. I love all the soft green colors you see in the forest were I live. It’s every year like magic! I’m 58 but every year I still feel the excitement of Spring. All the possibilities and new beginnings. It’s so so beautiful. I live in the Netherlands. Both my children are queer but no problem in renting anything thankfully. I hope you’ll eventually find a home that’s perfect for the both of you. For now enjoy your current home. 💚🌿🌸
So excited for your book! Congrats on the new home!
I live on a ranch in New Mexico, and the spring brings our windiest season (40-70 mph lately). It admittedly makes me restless and a bit rough around the edges, so it's always a surprise when the wind calms on some days and I finally notice the blooms and the leaves that have held out during it all. Our lilacs bloom for the first time in the spring, too, and the smell has always brought me complete and immediate calm. So spring here is a balance of feeling thrown around in the dust, and then utter silence and the smell of lilacs to make it all better haha
In Florida I feel Spring has been lost to Summer as the temperature has been quite high already, I am ready for fall again.
So beautiful! 💗🙏🏼✨
Pennsylvania is really good for finding places when you're Queer and Young.
I am so sorry you had to go through, honestly, the BS from others while trying to find a place. In North Carolina, where I am, Spring can take its time. Just as I believe things are on the up, weather wise, we will have another cold snap. I can't quite get into spring until we hit the warmer temps and I can really get into my garden. Which is when everything really comes alive for me.
Your videos are always so artsy! Have you ever considered getting a camper van big enough for two and just live like a gypsy and move about? anyhow, I personally dislike moving houses, it's painful! I wish you found a space to call your own permanently one day - one that vibes after your dreams! 😚👍
As a queer person in a not so queer-friendly/safe space, spring I feel is giving me that firm nudge that I need to do something about it. If I'm able to move it won't be until the summer, but since I've started using that time to prepare for a potential large move (over 700 miles away) things have gotten a little less turbulent. So I've been gathering herbs that I can swap the energies out when I'm up there to ease my settling while I become familiar with the wilds there if the potential becomes reality. Lately here, the call of homeland just seems amiss and yet the very idea of this move tugs at my heartstrings where I have to at least try to see it happen. Either way and whatever may happen, spring's certainly inspired me to look around so I can maybe find the call of home once again.
Thank you so much for this video. I've learned so much from your videos!! Where did you get your rings if I may ask? They're beautiful and I'm curious! 🤗🤗
You're too kind and I got them off of etsy years ago - I'm not exactly sure of the shop but if you search "silver ring splints" they will pop up
I live in Virginia.. and we have several redbud trees in our big yard and we have about 6 or 7 lilac bushes too.