my past and how things came to be - winter in a little house

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I thought I’d share a bit about my former lifestyle, and how being true to myself helped me make peace with moving and starting a new life and job. I’m starting to divide my videos up, adding a more casual conversation section at the end of each, let me know what you think! It’s getting chilly over here, winter is coming and as the dark settles in I have become reflective on my past, and how accepting who I am has led me to seek a quieter life more in alignment with my personality. Plus I wanted to try out my pasta maker and decorate for winter! Whether you are celebrating a holiday this season or not, I am wishing you a lovely December full of joy and peace ❤️
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@TheCottageFairy 2 жыл бұрын

BTS @ 7:56. I’m officially a quarter of a century! Hoping for several more ☺️ I thought I’d share a bit about my former lifestyle, and how being true to myself helped me make peace with my personality and embrace a new rhythm. My life has changed so much since I was 18. I’m starting to divide my videos up, adding a more casual conversation section at the end of each, let me know what you think!!! The liquid recipe I made is Orange Jelly 🤍 links in description

@meyhuorphone1199 2 жыл бұрын

Hi😚Me 🇰🇭😘🌈🥰💕

@younis9545 2 жыл бұрын

I loved that. I mean when you said I am officially a quarter of a century old. Watching the vlog. 😍🤩

@mariarosaleon6708 2 жыл бұрын

Happy belated birthday dear friend ♥️🎂🎊🎉💐🎶🙏♥️ Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience with me. I wish this new year is the best year yet.

@larissaalmeida9602 2 жыл бұрын

😍😍🤗❤️💮🌹 Muita paz você transmite...

@larissaalmeida9602 2 жыл бұрын

Gostaria muito que se fosse possível, Legendas em português nos seus vídeos...❤️😊💐 Mas Amo demais cada um.. Fico sempre na expectativa por mais um vídeo... Deus te abençoe..

@boomerchop 2 жыл бұрын

I have 40 years on you. You may be only 25, but you are wise beyond your years. Beautiful video, beautiful food, and a lovely life. Thank you for sharing and yes, do please continue your two-part video format. I enjoy our quiet chats.

@stacypruett1588 2 жыл бұрын

♥️🙏

@almalopez3959 2 жыл бұрын

🙏♥️

@debmadden4157 2 жыл бұрын

@Paul Webb. Very well said. I agree with you. What I'd do 41 yrs ago with the wisdom Paola has.

@ramyavanmaele9643 2 жыл бұрын

@@debmadden4157 yes I agree

@dodiekoehler5256 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I really enjoy these two part videos. You are so blessed to be figuring out all this life stuff at such a young age. It's taken me much longer. 😊❤🎄❤

@GILady86 2 жыл бұрын

Boy, I thought I was the only over 50 years old enjoying this young ladies videos. I am happy to see I am not the only one. This woman is fantastic. Thanks for your videos, Paola.

@powerofloveism Жыл бұрын

I will be 55 next week and I am watching, glad to know I am not thee only woman who does not take kindly to driving in the winter. I am just so nervous , I live in Northern Ont. gets dark at 4:30 pm going into winter , another reason I am more comfortable near home. I had a job for six years just across the hwy and down another back road , it was a good job and close to home. Unfortunately having a Brain Tumor got me fired and so I have been staying house bound and taking a college course and actually just wrote my final exam. My goal was to write my final exam before my 55th birthday so I have at least reached that goal. I know getting used to the cold, the snow and harsh conditions are not easy and even compounded when you move to a new location and do not know anyone

@anthonyskrobul3726 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 70 years old, and I like to think I have gained some wisdom from age. You are wise beyond your years. I think living close to nature helps nurture wisdom. I love the two-part video format. Thank you for sharing your charming life with us. I pre-ordered your book, and I look forward to reading it.

@DianaKayUSA Жыл бұрын

I took a mental health day today. I baked, cooked our fav dinner, crafted, sewed, and stumbled upon you, TheCottageFairy. Wow! I’m hooked.

@jamesgardner8986 2 жыл бұрын

Who else is tucking into their weekly therapy session with Paola? Happiest of Birthdays to you :)

@marandamurphy 2 жыл бұрын

I thought it was just me that considers this therapy. You are hilarious @jamesgardner.

@samarneson9475 2 жыл бұрын

Always! ❄️

@deborahjudyboucher1072 2 жыл бұрын

I look forward to her peaceful voice every week.

@fairytalesoffink 2 жыл бұрын

Amen. Lol 🙌✨💗🙏

@DEPARTMENTOFREDUNDANCYDEPT 2 жыл бұрын

Paola provides a weekly oasis of calming insight and loveliness to help us weather the storm of a chaotic world. She is the best thing I have ever discovered on KZfaq by far!

@wellamarie5600 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paola! In response to your question to viewers regarding your new video breakdown: I really enjoy how you are currently breaking down your videos with a more cinematic experience in the beginning and the talking portion at the end. However, do whatever feels best to you! I find that when we do what feels most authentic to us, we shine most brightly and our environment can feel that. Thanks for sharing little bits of magic with us every week! It's both inspirational and much appreciated!

@MyBestLife1 2 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to cosign this perfectly worded comment! I agree with you 💯%

@riannatripp6594 2 жыл бұрын

Ditto

@chatswithdonna6030 2 жыл бұрын

This. I've loved everything you've done so trust your instincts and do what feels right at the time. We will follow you wherever you take us. :-) Happy birthday!

@AwkwardBirb 2 жыл бұрын

Same! The first part feels like going for a walk with a friend and the second like sitting down for a chat with them. ❤️

@jenenemathews8770 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@dianeshiffer364 2 жыл бұрын

I want to let you know that you have made a new friend! My daughter Millen (who is close to your age!) has Down syndrome and so appreciates your kind gentle demeanor and the slow quiet way in which you move through your tasks. Coincidentally we are making noodles to add to our soup this evening and it was fun for both of us watch your method. Please know that you are very loved and your work is so appreciated.

@sharonerb9236 2 жыл бұрын

💗💕💗💕💗💕💗💕💗

@goodshepherd3438 2 жыл бұрын

@Diane Shiffer God blessed your precious daughter. My name is also Diane I am 77years old from Canada 🇨🇦❤

@amandaclaudetteg 2 жыл бұрын

Diane, are you on tik tok?? If so, your videos are so calming. Makes so much sense you watch Paola as well 💗

@lizmcauley7169 2 жыл бұрын

So nice to read this. My sister has Downs Syndrome, I miss her so much ❤

@dianeshiffer364 2 жыл бұрын

@@amandaclaudetteg Yes! I am @YourChubbyVintageNana! I’m so charmed that you watch my videos honey. Thank you 😘

@shepherdessofskymeadow 2 жыл бұрын

It honestly blows my mind that you only just turned 25. You are wise beyond your years! Wishing you all the best in this next year and many more to come. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world. 💛

@tammyroyal7547 2 жыл бұрын

Here's some wisdom from a 50 year old. Definitely take care of your health because before you know it time creeps up on you & you're middle aged. What choices you make now will greatly impact your life later. Also, enjoy your life because it goes by so quickly & better to live with memories than regret. Love your videos the way you're doing them now. I enjoy our visits so much ❤️☺️🐶

@Paul020 2 жыл бұрын

This is very true. It would take a great deal of maturity to grasp in ones 20's.

@SusanChristmas 2 жыл бұрын

I remember my dad telling me and my friends who were in our late teens how quickly we would be middle aged and that we would have no idea where all that time went we laughed at the thought we could ever be so old but that is exactly what happened

@maybee... 2 жыл бұрын

Someone once said to me that life is short, I wonder how he got so wise, he was 2 years older than me, I was 21 at the time.

@KP-ej7gc 2 жыл бұрын

@@maybee... that’s deep man

@gailzchannel 2 жыл бұрын

Truer words were never spoken! (echoed from a 52 yr old)

@jennifers1977 2 жыл бұрын

I believe the same that everyone is special and no one is more so than another. I try to explain this to my little 9 yr old daughter hoping she believes it as well.

@irisheyes8433 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a tree in a pot which I will plant after Christmas. This is my plan from now on, every year, instead of cutting a tree for Christmas, I will be planting one

@lizbruso334 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t help but feel that I stumbled upon your videos by divine intervention of some sort. I’ve been feeling lost and sad lately and going through some major life changes this past year and your videos and content are extremely comforting for me. I’m trying to change….and work on myself. Trying to figure out life on life’s terms now that things have changed a lot for me at the age of 40. Thank you so much. 💫💕

@kiyanania 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your authenticity and vulnerability in these videos. As someone who is sensitive or at least I’ve been told, which I don’t mind, I love that part of me. I feel deeply every emotion. I can drown or float in my own tears, I can feel alive or burn in my own anger. I love love. I love the feeling of love. I love loving on living creatures. Where I live I always felt out of place with people due to their life styles that didn’t resonate with me. It’s nice to know I am not alone in feeling, alone and indifferent.

@whoisrune 2 жыл бұрын

This resonates with me! Sending you alot of love♡♡♡

@kiyanania 2 жыл бұрын

@@whoisrune Aw thank you, same to you beautiful 🤍

@arnicepernice8656 2 жыл бұрын

You have a way with words😊

@margietucker1719 2 жыл бұрын

When I read your comment kiyana--I could really relate to your words. Sometimes I feel such a deep love for all the living creatures, I wish I could just enfold them all into a circle of protection and keep them safe. I too...am out of place with most people...as their lifestyles don't resonate with me either. This has always been true, throughout my life. It is always a joy to find others who are like-minded.

@kiyanania 2 жыл бұрын

@@margietucker1719 aww, I don’t comment much on here or on channels much, because I don’t want to cause discord or uncomfort for others with my opinion. But I’m so happy it brought you a sense of familiarity. We are here. 🤍

@rosemarywilliams9969 2 жыл бұрын

At 25 I was at my high point in life. Trying so hard to be the perfect wife the perfect student and the perfect carrier woman. I paid attention to what everyone around me I admired said I should do, that I lost myself. Being a people pleaser is like leaving a kettle running and forgetting all about it. Trying to acquire the highest wealth while being a housewife was all too much before I snapped and everything came crashing down. 😔It took a long time to come to terms with myself and get back to my personal relationship with God. Now that I'm 36, I spend more time reminding myself of the person I am and not care about what phase in life people think I should be in. I know myself more am closer to my values and a lot less stressed and no longer needing medication to live my best life. I would tell anyone younger now to just be you and don't live by other people's expectations no matter how well they mean. 🤗HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU FAIRY LADY.

@liz_21 2 жыл бұрын

Loved your thoughts 🤍

@Amiraa255 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your tough experience...you are great until right now to hold of all. And i wish you have a good life always and be happy..

@chloemartel9927 2 жыл бұрын

@Rosemary Williams, you found your true identity. It is who we are in our relationship with Christ. Until we find that we are lost.

@snowwhite2146 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Don't follow the crowd! Be individual YOU.

@gerryannn Жыл бұрын

So calm, relaxing, and very comforting. I love listening to your voice :>

@jonkoepnick3012 2 жыл бұрын

It's ironic to me that you thought you were not interesting enough just being you. As you are being yourself now, you are infinitely more interesting than people who just go to clubs. You're videos are beautifully done and your lifestyle is so intriguing. Good for you. All the best.

@brightpurpleviking 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I had lived like this in my 20s. But it’s never too late to begin today 💜

@mahnli 2 жыл бұрын

Agree!

@HowCaseySeesIt 2 жыл бұрын

No judgment to anyone who likes clubbing and partying, but I never liked it either. It made me feel like such an outcast in college for not liking it and it became isolating. I’m 29 now and it’s better, but I still struggle with it sometimes. I appreciate you talking about it.

@RobynG70 2 жыл бұрын

Youre a very beautiful young woman with the eye and heart of an artist... Im enjoying getting to know you a little more in the new style of video. Im quite a bit older than you (51) and listening to you lets me know as long as we have young people like you out there, we're all going to be okay. Happy birthday!! 🍨🧁🍭🍰🎂🍾🥂

@Eloisa-LissyRChi Жыл бұрын

Yees she has an artistic eye, how she focus her camera

@janshifferd972 2 жыл бұрын

I am 70 now! My head says I am 25! I was in Greece on my 25th Birthday having a wonderful meal gazing at the Mediterranean Sea! Seems a life time ago! Enjoy every year because they fly by! Keep your videos just as they are!

@kcorn04 2 жыл бұрын

Ready for my weekly fix! Going through a lot of anxiety right now and I always look forward to beautiful and calm videos. They are a wonderful reminder to just focus on the important things in life 😊

@TheCottageFairy 2 жыл бұрын

Sending a big hug ❤️

@minus1t3 2 жыл бұрын

Yessssss! I could not agree with you more!!!

@LeftTenantCaprice 2 жыл бұрын

You are much wiser than I would expect from someone so young. This is a lesson in humility. You can learn from anyone.

@chippychick6261 2 жыл бұрын

I was mesmerized with the care you took to prepare the pasta. Not just food but art. 💛

@charisamartin2152 2 жыл бұрын

We have similar personalities...I am energized by time alone, while some are energized by time with people. Glad you found out what nourishes you best! ♥️

@sheiladyck4768 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow - you took the words right out of my mouth!!!

@joannekempf3350 2 жыл бұрын

Socks! I love getting socks! Looking back to when I was 25 I was still quite a child. While I had just gotten married, I was very much looking at marriage and life with an unrealistic romantic mindset. I had lost my mom two years before and I think I was looking for something to replace the secure feeling I lost when she died. Although the marriage lasted 29 years I don’t feel I truly grew up until I reached the 1/2-century mark. Life is such an interesting journey. Thank you for sharing little snippets of yours.

@delightfullydotty7130 2 жыл бұрын

Me too….I’m 49 and haven’t been an adult for long🙂

@michellejarvis7878 2 жыл бұрын

Me three...grief and loss can really stunt growth, as it did in my case. Fortunately I'm a new adult on her way to being happy and well...at 56 years.

@nennepanrikefairytaleart4773 2 жыл бұрын

Your message is so healing... We are limitless beings. We do not have to define everything inside us. I recognize what you are saying so much, the feeling of not belonging in high-sounding parties. Thank you for sharing your life so openly, allowing us to learn from you ... Watching your videos for me is like an inner cup of hot chocolate. With that I mean a room of peace for introverts, like me who think the world is moving much too fast and it is ever so important to learn how to slow everything down inside of us. A late happy birthday and take care!!

@ritaking8827 2 жыл бұрын

I turned 54 in November. I can tell you, that you never stop wondering where you are in life, or where your going. You never stop looking ahead, and looking back. You never should. This is how we grow, and learn. How boring life would be if we did stop... and I got socks for my birthday also. BIG FUZZY ONES! Getting old is beautiful. Happy Birthday.

@gayathris6111 2 жыл бұрын

❤

@ICExcellenceT2 2 жыл бұрын

The story about you following your friends to outings spoke to my soul. I've wrestled with my identity during my college years and even occasionally in the present, eventually feeling like I didn't have one at all if I didn't take interest in what the people around me did. Following your videos, you embody an entire personality that many would admire and seek for themselves. Your testimony invites others to trust who they are and pursue whatever interests truly appeal to them. Thank you for sharing, and happy belated!

@marialyshoj8963 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for this beautiful comment! I just came across a book about "HSP" highly sensitive personality, or something similar. I could really recognise myself - and others around me - in that. Have you heard about that? It's always comforting to realise that one is not alone... Lots of love!

@KeshLife 2 жыл бұрын

Your content inspires me a lot for a simplistic life! To value what nature gifts is with and to stay grounded. Mostly your videos really calms me down! Keep up your splendid work! 🌿🌾🙏🏻✨

@TheCottageFairy 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad they are calming! Thank you and hope you have a lovely day ❤️

@bibs1310 2 жыл бұрын

i've been having problems with anxiety this end of the year because of school, and watching your videos helps me a lot, so thank you

@unlockyoursoulmemory4199 2 жыл бұрын

lots of love to you, thank you for being here earth angel... and whenever you sense anxiety could come in, go into body sensations, go into grounding, touching the floor with your bare feet and simply sensing... there are ways out of this, it just might need some time

@athinaforouli 2 жыл бұрын

I find it very interesting to learn how a young person feels,reacts,makes choices at such a young age. I was just existing at that age and imitating!

@sheamaloney5527 2 жыл бұрын

I am saying a prayer for you as you journey into your next quarter century! Thank you for everything you share with us all. You are a huge comfort. May God bless you abundantly and always!

@brookebrammer6622 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! I clicked as fast as I could once I saw you posted. I love your content so much! It is so comforting and chill. Perfect to watch when it’s raining outside and you’re all cozy in a blanket❤️

@FaithTravelBucketList 2 жыл бұрын

Same! I am addicted to these videos! Sooooo good for my soul!

@teresanewman4656 2 жыл бұрын

Stumbled across your channel.WHATTTT???? So calming, so beautiful. I am hooked.

@OriginalAcefanatic 2 жыл бұрын

It’s not just you. I am the type who loves useful, practical gifts.

@colleenkeegan8113 2 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday 😊 I have a December baby on her way. She's due on the 19th and her name will be Chloé. Her nursery theme are wild flowers and I have some of your artwork hanging up for her. It really ties in the theme. Thank you for always grounding me with your videos. ❤

@nicolaj3294 2 жыл бұрын

How lovely, good luck for the birth and Happy Birthday to Chloe

@LittleKikuyu 2 жыл бұрын

Best wishes from Germany for you and your baby girl ❤️

@lakemichigan6598 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy watching you create something artistic &/or edible. The beauty & the care you put into everything you do is impressive. And dogs will be dogs. They are such chow hounds there's little you can do to squelch their naturally incandescent desire for food - but I must say in their defense, I've never been married to anyone jumping up & down happier to see me walk in the door than my dog.

@hollyjohnson9688 2 жыл бұрын

Yes my little dog Bella is a light in my life! I get what you said!

@sopeace9968 2 жыл бұрын

Happy belated birthday, dear Paola! You are really one of the "old souls". You don't appear like a 25year old to me and I am just impressed on how wise and calm you always behave, not missing out on some bits of humor. I am thankful for all of us out here that you exist and share your beautiful thoughts and art with us :) In the last part of your video, your eyes are shining in the exact same color as your sweater. It is just beautiful on how you always look so harmonious, just like a beautiful piece of art (:

@karaleemanning27 Жыл бұрын

I love your creativity and how you look at life. I enjoy the first half and then your conversation afterwards.

@thehomemakersblog23 2 жыл бұрын

I love how truly authentic you are. You don't follow trends or do things because other people do, you do what makes you happy and it inspires me to do that same! Thank you for another wonderful video 💗 Ps - the green cardigan you have on is beautiful and suits you so well!

@anastasiawalter2390 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paola. I will soon turn 50 and I still don’t know what I want to do when I grow up. Ha ha. Finding ones purpose in life can sometimes be hard. I love all the cooking you do. All those jams, pies & pasta look amazing!

@hrdemaio Жыл бұрын

Wow I really needed this video. I’ve watched a few in a row now and I feel each one is telling me what I need to know. I’m 38 years old and I feel so behind in pursuing my dreams. I’ve followed you for awhile now and I compare myself to you (I’m human). I always thought that you have always lived this way and it felt difficult for me to achieve. I also pushed myself to live a different life.. clubs, drinking, being overly social. It was the opposite of who I was and still am. I always wished I was home reading a book but I pushed myself to do what everyone else was doing to belong. This video gave me a realization - I can achieve a simple life, a quiet life, away from the city. It is not wrong to want to be alone or near a few special people and to desire slowness, quiet, solitude. I will get there!

@Godismystrength555 6 ай бұрын

Im the same age and the Lord Jesus taught me that im not following paths of peace ; seek peace and pursue it .... i cried and im now inspired and want to be true to myself or who God made me to be

@elsamere 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday, Paola! It’s hard to believe you are only 25; you are wise beyond your years. I think you may be a very old soul. A good soul. 🧡

@gl4621 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree regarding your compassion for the trees. It actually saddens me to see trees being cut down for people to enjoy for a few weeks, then throwing them away not considering the years it took for them to grow. After reading The Overstory, it really made me think about trees in a whole different light! I won't ever look at trees again. I highly recommend the book.

@littlelucieb7633 2 жыл бұрын

Happy belated birthday Paola 🎂🎉 I can 100% relate to everything you said today and I am so grateful to grow into the person I am now 🥰 It's been a long process and there's still a plenty of room for improvement but I think it's a blessing for people to learn their worth and to be happy with who they are ❤️ And I LOVE practical presents 😁😁 Have a lovely day 💖

@rozaliaslaboiu7810 2 жыл бұрын

I could stay here for hours ... and hours. Your inside world is BEAUTIFUL, MAGIC, PURE... You could be a writer, a teacher and for sure a therapist, artist,... Your Creativity and Beauty are unlimited....

@rmaharaj2798 Жыл бұрын

I'm new here and you have been so comforting and soothing for me. So glad I found you ❤️

@csc8697 Жыл бұрын

I'm new too, the music, calm voice, beauty, just lovely.

@goodstorylover Жыл бұрын

Same here today

@zerinewahid7576 2 жыл бұрын

Love the piano in the background. It's so uplifting, so typical of this season. Your reflections and the music make it sound and look so magical.

@fariaahamed 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. They are so calming.Keep making these videos and never stop!

@btsbarbi7351 2 жыл бұрын

Happiest of birthdays my fellow Sagittarian! I celebrated my 52nd year by going to five concerts in seven days, BTS, and it was a week long party with 125000 Army, my people! Otherwise, I’m very introverted and at home, as I’m on disability with several chronic pain diseases! This year was a memorable one!

@sweetstufff 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. I prefer your usual videos with your usual content with voiceover while showing us your lifestyle. It feels like watching a magical fairytale.

@mariettehamel12358 2 жыл бұрын

Just a suggestion: in winter, some people that are sensitive (like me) have to have a humidifier because to much dryness irritates the throat and make us cough! Do you have enough humidity in your house (minimum 35, ideal 45 or more) PS... I do like your format, half content and half you talking 💖

@meganolivia403 2 жыл бұрын

This!! I had a humidifier but it broke and now use a glass pot on the stove to bring steam & humidity into the house! 💦

@ldyshallott 2 жыл бұрын

When I lived where we got winter (moved to Florida) I simmered a large kettle with water & orange peels, cinnamon sticks & bay leaves and other smelly good things ❤️ here I just run a dehumidifier.

@Letters-from-carmen 2 жыл бұрын

Practical gifts are the best! As a kid, I didn’t love getting socks. But as an adult, I love getting socks! :)

@lorrainedempsey3320 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are beautiful, in every way. I think simple times to ourselves, is so nuturing, for any human being. It is good to have private time, for our own thoughts, and needs. Change is important in our lives, and I have always learned to go with it. Love to all.

@zigm7420 2 жыл бұрын

I just love the chats - it feels like I’m sitting down with a good friend. Please keep doing that and showing your life in the country, for all of us city-dwellers who dream of a quieter life!

@malissahyatt2425 6 ай бұрын

I'm actually a city soul who craves the noise and bustle. But these calm and slow me down when I need to. They're wonderful at bedtime. My oasis of calm, sanity and peace in our very scary world now. 🕊️

@lianapalumbo8457 2 жыл бұрын

I've said it before, you are truely wise beyond your years Paola. Having experienced my own "not fitting into the norm" and then accepting that I don't have to be like others, and we are all equal, I'm finally living a life happy in. Things can always be better and I will always improve and learn, but that's the beauty and excitement of life. Much love Liana xx

@bellatrn9125 2 жыл бұрын

Your name is so pretty

@rootsrocksfeathers1975 2 жыл бұрын

Happy belated birthday, lovely lady. It is amazing how much the world has changed in my 65 years. One of my grandfathers lived to be 100 years old, as well one of my grandmothers was 100 years old when she passed around the year 2000, and she lived through Castro's evil rise to power, lost a son to his firing squads (my father, long story). Just imagine how the world changed during their sojourn on earth. I must decide how I want to spend the time I have left on this earth and it's a more difficult decision in the vastly changed landscape of our society now. I know this much- I want peace and solitude. That is why I am drawn to your videos, though at your age, you could be my granddaughter. I appreciate the effort that goes into making them, so thank you. ~Cynthia, North Georgia mountains

@Englishroserebecca 2 жыл бұрын

You are so very beautiful, resourceful ,genuine, authentic, what an amazing human being you are.

@setmylifetomusic 2 жыл бұрын

Happy late birthday! I had a friend, that has since passed away, but she would celebrate her birthday the whole month.

@JeriLandersofHopalongHollow 2 жыл бұрын

Socks are one of the best gifts, especially in a cold climate or a cold house, like mine. I never had a dog eat through my clothing, but I did have mice eat through an art satchel because there was a package of chewing gum in the side pocket. They enjoyed several chunks of my art prints as well. Your hair looks marvelous in the braided bun, I must do that. And a very happy belated Birthday to you!

@TheCottageFairy 2 жыл бұрын

Oh! Haha that is too funny, I have to keep an eye out for those naughty mice too. It is lovely to hear from you Jeri, I’ve been enjoying your videos, take good care ❤️ wishing you the best

@sheilaackers3854 2 жыл бұрын

Two of my favourite people. Happy birthday Paola wishing you many more.

@margieinnes4638 2 жыл бұрын

I also wear my socks until they're beyond repair!! Very Happy belated birthday wishes, really enjoy the new format:)

@beatrizgarcia6525 2 жыл бұрын

Jeri gusto verte aquí, me llego este video., Linda y bendecida tarde tengas 🙏 🙏 🙏.

@debmadden4157 2 жыл бұрын

Belated Birthday Blessings to you Paola. Listening to your soothing voice, the music & scenery, I feel as if I am being transported to a different unknown magical gentle era. Paola, do what makes you happiest with your content. You'll always have admires who will follow your blog. Thank you for being you. Sending lots of love.

@robynp8697 2 жыл бұрын

I'm always fascinated by your recipe segment, trying to guess what the combined ingredients will turn out to be! Beautiful video.

@cherylwebb8340 2 жыл бұрын

I remember 25 well. (That was 40 years ago!) I was a whole lot like you. It takes awhile for for some of us to admit that we love home, quiet time, and maybe we're not the all important athletic, etc. Your creative ability is amazing! Sweet dreams to you too and have a blessed Christmas 🌟

@rebeccabentley2991 2 жыл бұрын

Happy YOU Day!!!! Being 25 was like waking up with a bright beam of sunshine coming right through the curtains and into my brain! Please enjoy this next chapter of Living enlightened. You make living so much lovlier for me, and Ive been 25 a couple times now! Your art looks so wonderful on my walls, thank you again.

@craftyhobbit7623 2 жыл бұрын

I understand about the socks! Mine have become quite old, dirty and worn out. I've not been going into town since the pandemic started because there are just too many people around and having a medical condition means I have to be careful about crowded spaces right now. They were all pre-pandemic and were old before it started. I usually buy some when I'm out and about but not being able to go has meant I've been stuck with them. I managed to get some new ones, though. One of the things I do for winter is to try and stock up on pantry food that lasts a long time, too. You can never be sure when an illness is going to hit so having things that are easy to cook when you can't go out is a good thing. It's been hard this past two - three winters because of what's going on in the world and the pandemic has made it challenging no matter where you live.

@LifeWithLeMaige 2 жыл бұрын

I adore ur style of storytelling….it puts me at ease and inspires as well. 🙏🏾

@amishgirl1000 Жыл бұрын

It’s lovely to meet a young person who has lots of skills like canning and making pasta and wreaths. Many young people I meet today just seem to spend all of their time glued to a screen.

@vimmary 2 жыл бұрын

It is just the most peaceful and relaxed feeling watching these videos from The Cottage Fairy. I look forward to them so much. Happy birthday lovely lady.

@Arienhly 2 жыл бұрын

Happy belated birthday, dear! I'm glad you figured out which path to choose and are more true to yourself. We're all unique and if we choose to embrace that, we shine our true light in the world.

@svetlana2387 2 жыл бұрын

Как я рада,что встретила такую красоту! Спасибо!Это было замечательно!!))

@lucizane180 2 жыл бұрын

Она красавица, грубая, открытая, чистая, сияющая с вершины горы.

@Roxy00726 2 жыл бұрын

Сейчас все больше людей с чистой душой уходят из грязной системы жестокого мира в лес, в горы и живут отдельно.

@leahforrest5711 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, your chats are lovely, too. Please continue.

@steffifernando8871 2 жыл бұрын

Every single time I watch you, it's like an Angel speaking to me ❤️! So lovely, calming and openly shares what you genuinely feel about. Wish you the very best Paola ❤️✨ Lots of love from Sri Lanka!

@viviannango4730 2 жыл бұрын

The dog story was so funny! 😆 my dog went digging into my pocket because I had left a Easter egg inside! Happy belated birthday Paola. You are a beautiful soul. I love that you care for nature and animals. Great blessings to you and your family! 💙 💜🎄🐶 🙏 🤲

@siobhankerr9423 2 жыл бұрын

I agree Paola. "... reflecting on who we are and where we are going..." When you get to your 40s, those reflections can come with confidence if your compass continues to seek Truth & Beauty. Though this time can feel precarious for you, it's also very exciting.

@minervabird1967 2 жыл бұрын

A very happy birthday to a wonderful artist. Thank you for your videos.

@dianegriffen2756 2 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday. It was my birthday this week too, and at double your age I am still questionning who I am and where I am going. I have learned it is a lifelong journey as we continuously reinvent and challenge ourselves. I found the peacefulness and stillness of canoeing around four years ago. I live in a stunning corner of South West England, UK, where getting out into the middle of a lake with beautiful surrounding nature is like living in heaven. Your comment about one year all you needed was socks brought back happy memories for me. I had a year exactly the same, and I ended up with so many gorgeous new pairs, as well as a new puppy that year called... Sox. As you get older presents do change from pretty things to practical; now all I desire is time with my son, who is now living too far away and exploring the new experiences for him of living away from home for the first time, new friends and university. Thank you for sharing your beautiful insights and life with us; I LOVE your little house. xx

@natureisbeautiful9675 2 жыл бұрын

Hearing the dog story made me laugh so much because that is exactly how my dogs are, if they smell a treat they will stop at nothing until they get it 😂 Happy to hear you got a new coat and happy belated birthday!

@Rattymischief 2 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday Paola! Thank you for making life more magical for us all

@ginadawn1424 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your beautiful, sweet videos! I like the new way you are speaking directly at the end. Sending love 💕

@gracjanamarszal 2 жыл бұрын

When I watch your videos I feel like I’m looking into a mirror. A constant rush of feelings whether positive or negative circulate too often, but a quiet moment with Paola reminds me who I am which brings back the inner peace I’ve been chasing. Thank you for sharing who you are.

@liza.1888 2 жыл бұрын

Awww happy blated birthday 🎂…for a young lady like yourself turning 25, you, my dear, are wise beyond your years! Mine is on December 21 turning 43 and watching you has made me appreciate life more because it made me discover the beauty in it in many other ways and I thanked you for that…

@anjakathy8559 Жыл бұрын

I feel the same about trees (and about flowers in general) - I love looking at them in their natural splendour and seeing them alive, as living beings

@melienaire 2 жыл бұрын

I am pregnant with a lot of anxiety and just listening to your voice calms me down. Thank you 🙏🏼

@briananders2068 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, dogs! If you have one you life will be filled with spontaneity! Also a constant reminder, " It's not going to be what you think!" Happy birthday, Paola, and many more. Canoes, to be floating like a leaf. The most sublime of watercraft. The new video format is👍 especially getting to see expressions cross your face, and emotions reflected in your eyes. Thank you 🙏 .

@TudorositiesbyMaureen 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Belated Birthday! My two sisters are December babies on the 26th and 27th respectively. I think you are quite wise for your 25 years here. Figuring out ourselves, what a life journey means is the great mystery of life. Better yet sharing with others is a treasure of wisdom. To many more wonderful years, Happy Winter Holidays.

@angelahagood7143 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy listening to your dreams, lessons learned, and just daily life. I also love your cooking segments…canning, what a treat! The stores in your town look so inviting. I’d love to know what you did your pasta. Maybe it was too pretty to cook! Reading the comments is one of my favorite times. It’s comforting to know we all have junk in our lives and we’re more alike than we realize. You give us that opportunity to share, thank you for your channel.

@Rikkeskn 2 жыл бұрын

Tillykke med fødselsdagen - Happy Birthday from a small Island in Denmark. I really enjoy watching your videos.With everything on social media going faster and faster, your channel feels like a deep breath of calm and fresh air. I wish you all the best, for what seems like, a very exciting next year in your life!

@NilDreams 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Belated Birthday!!!🎂🎁💐 Most likely what attracted me to your videos was that the more I watched of them the more I felt we were kindred spirits. I definitely was not a party girl during my college years. I loved poetry and writing and most of all basking in nature. I love animals and will stop in the middle of the road to save an iguana, lol. Coming across any road kill hurts my heart. I absolutely love and have always had rabbits. I love when Mr. Dorsey is in your videos. My last one (Pipa) died a year ago and I still miss her. I absolutely love your videos and the stories you tell. Thank you 🙏🏻 I so look forward to them. ❤️ Seasons Greetings all the way from Miami (which I’m dying to get out of) 🎄🎁🎄 P.S. I forgot to say I also hate to kill trees. Have had the same fake Christmas tree for over 15 years. Still looks great!

@theresecornelius812 2 жыл бұрын

Paola, you offer such beautiful, calming and helpful content! Im glad to see you have provided links to companies that help you, like meal kits. I know you said in another video that you didn’t feel being sponsored was comfortable for you. But truly, its 1000% obvious you are true, genuine and authentic. You deserve to be rewarded for what you give to us. So please, if you find products or services that are important and/or helpful to you, don’t be afraid to put it out there even with a sponsorship. It’s perfectly natural for us to want to thank you “back” for your beautiful content. And when you find something you believe in, we’d love to hear about it and support you!!❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰😘😘😘🌲🌲🎄🎄Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

@TheSmartDreamers Жыл бұрын

Hello Paola. I just wanted to thank you because your approach and vision of life has been helping me to get closed to God :) by appreciating and celebrating the tiniest things, by better observing and having a better sense of beauty… So, in a way, you woke me up. ❤

@catherinejustcatherine1778 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you had a perfect birthday. Birthdays are like people; celebrated completely differently!

@liveinthemiddle 2 жыл бұрын

I came across your channel last year and I felt a sense of calm and peace that I hadn’t felt in my own life since the pandemic hit. Your videos though simplistic are very thoughtful, authentic and thought provoking. The kind of thought that makes thoughts that are in overdrive still for just a moment. Thanks for sharing a small piece of your life with us. ♥️

@benjaminbrewer2569 2 жыл бұрын

I love your format whatever you choose. Your quiet magic still shines through. Happy birthday 🙏

@ajspence3335 2 жыл бұрын

You are 25 years young with a timeless soul! Happy birthday! Thank you for your videos - I look forward to them every week!

@joanneadahk124 2 жыл бұрын

I have 17 years on you but I also am a December girl and enjoy my solitude and peace outside ♥️♥️🐞🌲☃️🎄✌ hope you have a great holiday season! You are also a very artful and imaginative person, I learn something every time I watch ♥️

@cilletofox8610 2 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday to an elegant, well-loved, and beautiful soul!

@sarahecho 2 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday! My birthday is tomorrow, and I will be 42. I don't really remember being 25, so it's wonderful that you're taking the time to be mindful and present. Best wishes for the coming year!