Rainbows, bonfires and vulnerability | life at my rural cottage

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Nikky de Graaf

Nikky de Graaf

7 күн бұрын

In this weeks video I share some of my personal feelings with you, finally start building an enclosure for the guinea pigs and enjoy a beautiful sunset in the countryside, with a bonfire on the first summer night. Subscribe to follow along on my tiny house and country life journey and get your weekly dose of cottage core!
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@l.5857
@l.5857 5 күн бұрын
98% of the channels I watch have posted about the negative comments they get. One person really summed it up perfectly in his reply regarding the negativity: “If you dislike me, my channel or my life, then don’t watch my channel. I’m sure with all the channels out there, you will find something you like. If you continue to badmouth me, you will be blocked as I refuse to allow your negativity to touch me or my viewers who enjoy my channel.” I personally love your channel, your animals and your talks with us. Please continue to be exactly who you are.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
You are so right. Thank you! It really helps. ❤️
@christinedelfino5322
@christinedelfino5322 6 күн бұрын
Negative comments are from people who are jealous and want your life. You can’t please everyone and besides it’s your life and you are just doing great be happy and enjoy the beauty of it all.❤❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
You are probably right, thank you so much! ❤️
@jacquelinehorne6485
@jacquelinehorne6485 6 күн бұрын
Some things for you to consider… You’re young, you’re beautiful inside and out, you’re capable, you’re resourceful, you’re brave, you’re different, you’re smart, you’re articulate, you’re kind, you’re real. When you put yourself out there with so much honesty, there are some people who cannot cope with it. For them, you mirror back to them all the things they are not. This wounds them, and so, they lash out. It’s the human condition. It’s not personal about you, it’s personal about them. In a weird way, they are giving you a compliment. They are telling you that you shine so bright and they can’t deal with all that light reminding them of their darkness. It’s their issue, not your’s. So carry on enjoying comments from those of us who see your light and reflect it back, and say a silent blessing to those who are unable to do so. ❤
@LoremLipsumz
@LoremLipsumz 6 күн бұрын
What a lovely comment and I agree whole heartedly with everything you wrote! ❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! Your words really help, it means a lot to me. Your compliments made me smile. I will come back to read it again if I need it, but it made my day already and it gives me new energy and motivation to make the videos a little bit better every time, but also to just be myself. Thank you so much for taking the time to write this. I really appreciate it. ❤️
@jacquelinehorne6485
@jacquelinehorne6485 5 күн бұрын
@@nikkydegraaf it’s you being yourself that brings people to your channel. You have a rare gift. Cherish it. 🥰
@L0U1SE
@L0U1SE 4 күн бұрын
❤ keep being you ❤
@Kitty-mq2dw
@Kitty-mq2dw 6 күн бұрын
Please don't let the negative people discourage you. I love watching your videos. Those people that do that are very unhappy with themselves. You have a very interesting life. Your a very lucky person to be surrounded by all that beauty. ❤😊
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, it means a lot!
@StringfieldRidgeFarm
@StringfieldRidgeFarm 6 күн бұрын
I don’t know how anyone could have a negative comment on your channel. You are beautiful, smart and talented. Keep doing exactly what you’re doing. I really enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you, it means a lot to me and your kind words really help.
@gregganderson1454
@gregganderson1454 6 күн бұрын
You’re doing great, Nikky! Don’t worry about the haters. They hate everything. Especially themselves!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
I guess you are right! Thank you!
@Dana548
@Dana548 6 күн бұрын
I don’t know why people are negative, its most likely because their life is negative and they feel the need to bring others down, don’t worry about them, you’re a lovely person with so much beauty around you, I’m an animal lover also and Im jealous how many beautiful souls you have around you, you just do you and don’t worry about the negative trolls!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you, your words mean a lot. I try not to worry about it and comments like these really help, it gives me so much joy to read. Thank you so much, I really appreciate it and it really helps me. ❤️
@LeonaMcLinden
@LeonaMcLinden 6 күн бұрын
Once upon a time we would never have even imagined how someone lived across the ocean. People now feel it’s appropriate to hide behind something they say in a comment section that would never be spoken to your face. Just be you… they will be themselves.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
You are so right, thank you!
@graceinthegarden9151
@graceinthegarden9151 5 күн бұрын
Please do not allow negative people to get to you. Your life is amazing and beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
@Jana-kz9lj
@Jana-kz9lj 5 күн бұрын
Dear Nikky, you are a beautiful person with a beautiful life. Its clear you love animals and nature. Dont let the negativity online or offline effect you, its the times we are living in. Millions would love your life. Thank you for sharing your life with the world, its a honour for us. Remain free and enjoy! Much love n blessings ❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, your kind words mean a lot to me and I really appreciate it. ❤️
@Jana-kz9lj
@Jana-kz9lj 5 күн бұрын
​@@nikkydegraafKeep shining brightly, you are lighting up the world. You owe no one any explanations. You are loved and the world needs your light more than ever now. ❤
@karenbee1898
@karenbee1898 5 күн бұрын
Your porch looks so pretty, the flowers are doing so well and the lights are such a perfect touch. I enjoy your videos so much and the genuine person you are. You are a beautiful person living a beautiful life!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! ❤️
@teresaboyd5267
@teresaboyd5267 2 күн бұрын
I’m so pleased your channel is growing and people are enjoying your content. The fact you have chosen to share your life and are so honest, is refreshing. 😊
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
Thank you so much, that means a lot! I try my best ❤️
@Dstew57A
@Dstew57A 6 күн бұрын
It is so true what the song says haters gonna hate…no matter what..I work in a job where I help the public and regardless of how I do help people there is always people who will criticize ..no matter what and they can personally attack me. I have learned to brush it off and go about my day. I do wonder how these kind of people live being so nasty and negative…you carry on please. You are a beautiful woman inside and out. Thank you for being you and sharing some of your life with us😊
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 3 күн бұрын
You are so right, I try to ignore it as best as I can and kind comments like yours really help me! Thank you so much, your words mean a lot to me! ❤️
@jennyruth5620
@jennyruth5620 5 күн бұрын
Hi Nikky! 🙋‍♀️ New subscriber from Illinois, US... Currently I'm rebuilding my life after some major changes and I find it comforting and inspiring to watch such an open, capable woman. Tysm for sharing your beautiful life. ❤🥰
@maryscott3037
@maryscott3037 5 күн бұрын
I'm from Michigan.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Hey, welcome here, thanks for watching and subscribing! Your kind words mean a lot, thank you for taking the time to write a comment. I really appreciate it. ❤️
@traceyh8660
@traceyh8660 5 күн бұрын
You can really see you love your animals. ❤ Also i love that you appreciate farmers working and their noises. Really enjoying your videos, keep them coming.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, it means a lot! ❤️
@Mgoblue1
@Mgoblue1 5 күн бұрын
Thank you for showing the double rainbow. Beautiful!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
You are very welcome, thank you for watching ❤️
@LouGreen-vd4ov
@LouGreen-vd4ov 6 күн бұрын
Beautiful beautiful view of the countryside and rainbows!!! Thank you for taking us along on these beautiful adventures and views!!! You are such an awesome vlog host and an inspiration!!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!
@debbiesittard7653
@debbiesittard7653 6 күн бұрын
Misery loves company don't let these unhappy people steal your joy. They don't like themselves so it's not possible for them to like anyone else. at At 61 years of age I have developed thick skin where negative unhappy people are concerned. I really enjoy your videos and look forward to each quaint visit. You have a lovely lil cottage. When GOD sends rain just get your wellies on and splash in the puddles. Very beautiful rainbow.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, it really means a lot!
@debbiesittard7653
@debbiesittard7653 4 күн бұрын
@@nikkydegraaf 💗🌸
@veronicashipley9123
@veronicashipley9123 6 күн бұрын
Sending love and light once again from the UK Nicky ☺. Ignore the negative people, they judge and speak and yet they don't know you, your life. Your love for your animals 🐎 is obvious, horses have to be managed according to the land and weather. They probably think everything comes easy to you, but clearly you put the work in behind the scenes for your family, whilst continuing with your own life and hobbies etc. Don't fret, be happy 🐎🐶🐈🐌🐾🐾 xx
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! I try my best to ignore them and nice comments like these really help me! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it, I really appreciate it.
@Neferkit1
@Neferkit1 5 күн бұрын
I think you are a delightful and interesting person. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I really enjoy your videos. They are beautifully done. Please don't listen to the negative comments. They are made by people who have nothing better to do than to try to spread their own misery. Lots of love and big hugs from the Oregon coast, USA.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I'm so happy you enjoy my video. I try to improve every week. Thank you again for taking the time to write this comment, I really appreciate it. ❤️
@judymartius7779
@judymartius7779 5 күн бұрын
Please don't stop videoing cuz of the haters. I so look forward to your channel. It's so inspiring, relaxing, & I learn things from you. Best wishes & keep the videos coming.❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
I'm definitely not planning on stopping soon, I'm just getting started and all the nice comments everybody writes for me, really help! Thank you so much! ❤️
@wandamullins2290
@wandamullins2290 6 күн бұрын
I love your videos, I appreciate you sharing your life with us. 💜
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you! ❤️
@mello3214
@mello3214 5 күн бұрын
Your such a sweet and beautiful person,God bless you ❤🙏🦋🌻
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! ❤️
@villagecottage2418
@villagecottage2418 5 күн бұрын
Dont apologize for who you are. I love watching your videos. You are an inspiration to those of us who want that same peace you are living. There's no judgement here. Keep up the good work. God bless you.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! ❤️
@StephanieJongsma-cw5jp
@StephanieJongsma-cw5jp 6 күн бұрын
I've just recently found you! I love your videos, they are so beautiful, calming and I love your life! My grandfather immigrated to America from Friesland. We have a lot of red hair in our coloring and in our family. My dream is to visit Holland! I have another channel I watch and he deletes and blocks people who are negative on his channel. You don't need to subject yourself to that. It is all over the internet and can overshadow the beauty of what you are doing. It does hurt! Please keep sharing your beautiful story. We need you!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 3 күн бұрын
Hey, thank you so much! It's so nice to read a comment like this, I really love to hear from you guys. It's so motivating for me. You are very right about the negative people, I try my best, I'm learning every day. Thank you so so much, it means a lot that you took the time to write this for me. ❤️
@tamirose8562
@tamirose8562 6 күн бұрын
Wow, you have beauty all around you.👍
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@caroledegginger6928
@caroledegginger6928 5 күн бұрын
Your videos are beautiful and your commentary is lovely. Ignore the small and petty comments of people who make themselves feel better by putting out negative remarks.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you, I will try my best! ❤️
@GrandmaSandy
@GrandmaSandy 6 күн бұрын
Hi my sweet friend. Thank you so much for another great video so glad I found your channel. Always love watching your videos.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!
@MichelleM-ud1hx
@MichelleM-ud1hx 6 күн бұрын
Hello Nikky: The double rainbows!! For the minutes your videos play on my computer screen, and I hear you in my headphones.... these are moments that I can escape my horrid life and problems. I only wish that I could stand there, seeing the view, hearing the birds and nature around you. Your images, and gift for editing, are wonderful. I look forward to each video. I thank you. M.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Wow, thank you so much, it means the world to me. I'm so happy I can make videos that you enjoy, I try to improve every week. Thank you so much ❤️
@LoremLipsumz
@LoremLipsumz 5 күн бұрын
You are amazingly talented, brilliant and kind. I love your videography and the style of your videos including the music choices and how you use it. You are adorable and I’d love to have you as a neighbor and friend. ❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! I try to improve every week and I'm so happy you enjoy my videos and took the time to write a comment. It helps, and it makes my day. Thank you ❤️
@jocelynebenoist9576
@jocelynebenoist9576 6 күн бұрын
vous etes une belle personne, continuez vos vidéos merci de les partager
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!
@gingermolinero8386
@gingermolinero8386 6 күн бұрын
This was a wonderful vlog, thank you. You put a lot of effort into creating a life for yourself, I’m glad you are getting to enjoy your home
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!
@estherwolf110
@estherwolf110 6 күн бұрын
Watching it now❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 6 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I really hope you like it. ♥️
@estherwolf110
@estherwolf110 6 күн бұрын
It was fantastic! Your old dog is such a sweetheart. ❤ And your bonfire under the trees, dreamy!!
@patkilmurray4702
@patkilmurray4702 6 күн бұрын
Stunning photography Nikki,I loved the rainbow and also seeing your horse rolling around in the grass, I've never seen that before! I do understand that you are a private person and I think your channel must be therapeutic in a way to get your thoughts and ideas in order. Your vlogs are so lovely to watch, the scenery is stunning and I love all your animals but the star of the show is yourself with your beautiful smile, enough to make anyone's day. Ignore the inevitable trolls, they are simply jealous of your lovely life.❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I'm so happy you liked it! It means a lot. I think you might be right, it is a bit therapeutic in a way and sometimes its good to do something to grow as a person. I try to do that with KZfaq. I'm so happy you enjoy my videos, I really appreciate it. ❤️
@sherryallen4537
@sherryallen4537 5 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video! I have a similar personality as you, I admire your honesty and bravery. You are a hard worker! It must give you a nice feeling of satisfaction once you complete a task! The view of the rainbow is amazing! All the best to you and your animals from Massachusetts!😊🌲🌳
@Pauline-m9m
@Pauline-m9m 6 күн бұрын
Such a lovely video, from beautiful rainbows, to perfect spiderwebs and everything in between. The music was gorgeous and absolutely suited your camera shots. Poopoo to the negative people, they should just scroll on, no one is forcing them to watch, it’s clearly their choice. Keep up the beautiful work. I think you are very brave and we are the privileged because you want to share a part of your life with us. Pauline
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I'm happy you enjoyed it so much and you like the music aswel. I try to make my videos better every week and your nice comments really mean a lot! I try to ignore the negative people as much as I can, I just need to get more used to it and I will be fine! Thank you so much again, your comments are appreciated. ❤️
@maryscott3037
@maryscott3037 5 күн бұрын
Someone may have already pointed this out. There was a double rainbow in your sky/video. Yes very beautiful.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you! I love those beautiful things in nature. ❤️
@MarkNieuwenhuizen
@MarkNieuwenhuizen 6 күн бұрын
Leuk ook om een meer lokaal voorbeeld van homesteading te zien. En je doet het leuk!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Heel erg bedankt!
@boldpicturesgardeners
@boldpicturesgardeners 6 күн бұрын
Hi Nicky I love your camera angles 'perfect recording. You are a great inspiration ❤❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! ❤️
@donnalefevre4625
@donnalefevre4625 5 күн бұрын
You are lovely.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you! ❤️
@beverleeshaw853
@beverleeshaw853 5 күн бұрын
I just really like watching you and love the way you approch life . You really care about your animals and show it in everything you do. Just keep up the great work. Panama City, Florida 7/1/ 2024.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you, it really means a lot and I appreciate you take the time to write a comment. It really motivates me. ❤️
@Craftylisa69
@Craftylisa69 2 күн бұрын
It made my heart hurt to think people say unkind things to you . I really enjoy my time spent with you and there are so so many of us who gain such joy sharing your days in your beautiful home. Please only share what you’re happy with , we are very grateful for your videos . I’m Sending a gentle hug xlisax
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
Thank you for the hug, I appreciate it! I try my best to just ignore the negative comments, I'm so lucky with people like you, that are so nice to me. That's more important and means the most. ❤️
@katherineellison1809
@katherineellison1809 6 күн бұрын
So enjoy the scenery and your sincere sharing of your life and thoughts. I enjoy watching how you spend your days, and it soothes my soul to see you tinkering in your garden. Watching your videos helps me to reconnect with my former self before moving to the city. Thank you !!!!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, it means a lot to me! I try my best and I love comments like yours. Thank you again!
@zoepatterson3643
@zoepatterson3643 5 күн бұрын
Ì think your vids are beautiful ,you are such a caring soul ,thankyou for replying to my comment it made my day .I hope you are happy forever .
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you, your comments really help me, it motivates me and makes me very happy, so I'm happy to respond. I really appreciate it. ❤️
@barbaraOHara-m4r
@barbaraOHara-m4r 14 сағат бұрын
I recently found your channel and enjoying sharing your country life. The one thing I have to say.... you are charming!
@ravenscoven228
@ravenscoven228 6 күн бұрын
Het was weer heerlijk om naar te kijken! Ik heb er erg van genoten. 😊❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Heel erg bedankt! ❤️
@Jess-wj7cc
@Jess-wj7cc 6 күн бұрын
Thank you for your videos☺️ I just found you and enjoy your authenticity and love for nature. It's inspiring as I am getting ready to be in the public eye too. I'm also private and quiet. Thank you for your videos and lovely personality 💕
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I appreciate the comment and the fact that you took the time to write it. ❤️
@justmouse..
@justmouse.. 6 күн бұрын
You are such a natural on camera❤. I love your videos, animals, farm and how you speak You're very insightful. You are able to put feelings into words really well. Yeah, the negative people and comments are always there. That is life and that is people, you have to just let them and keep moving forward like you are doing. You'll be a big channel I feel like. You are living authentically a life most of us dream of living. More private people are going to You Tube to share their life's. It seems like it wouldn't work but it does work somehow better than for extraverts . Great cinematography and accompanying music❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! It means a lot. I don't feel like a natural yet, but I'm trying. I'm very happy you enjoyed the video and I think you are right, it's just how people are. I just need to get used to it a bit more. I'm so happy you think the channel will be big one day. I really hope so, but I'm happy with all the views and comments I get. Thank you so so much, your comment is really appreciated. ❤️
@justmouse..
@justmouse.. 4 күн бұрын
​@@nikkydegraaf of course!! I watch a lot of video's about off grid living, farming, homesteading, building. What I have noticed about the negative people who post hurtful and mean comments is that when they notice a channel growing and the creator getting positive attention and positive comments, they make negative comments to get the attention away from the creator and to themselves, either by the creator or by the other viewers commenting on their mean comment. They are the mosquitos of You Tube, so that's a good way to look at them. They do it to all channels, especially the newer ones or the ones they notice growing and it's not at all about you or what you are doing. It's about themselves and their issues. If I was a Content Creator I'd just block them since I couldn't smack them like I do the ones that always find my ankles to bite when I'm outside. Just remember, for every mosquito that lands on your comment section there are 50 viewers ready to give them the smack down because we know authenticity when we see it and we love having a glimpse into a life we've had, thought of having, plan to have or wish we did have when we were young . Great videos Nikky and appreciate all the work you put into everything you do. Love your love and care of your animals .❤❤
@pon1952leod
@pon1952leod Күн бұрын
The trolls are annoyed by people loving their lives…don’t give them the time of day. You are setting a beautiful example….just keep on being you 😘👋🇨🇦
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 3 сағат бұрын
Thank you so much, it means a lot! ❤️
@barbaraOHara-m4r
@barbaraOHara-m4r 14 сағат бұрын
I recently found your channel and am sitting in my sunroom in North Carolina .....I am mesmerized "living"your country life. The one thing I have to say....your are absolutely charming!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 3 сағат бұрын
Wow, thank you so much, it means a lot! ❤️
@joannekelly8550
@joannekelly8550 5 күн бұрын
What did you pour over the strawberries? Don't worry about the small minded people that have to say ugly things to others just to make themselves feel better. You're getting more love from all of us and that's all that matters.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
It's some sort of vanilla yoghurt, it tastes great! Thank you so much!
@KariEngblom-Youkey
@KariEngblom-Youkey 5 күн бұрын
I just found you a few weeks past.I enjoy your videos so much! You also inspired me today. I am very private but do enjoy sharing and interacting with people around my passions... Most of the people I watch on KZfaq say they are introvert or private too. Thank you all for braving your vulnerability and sharing your creativity and things you love😊
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you! I'm so happy I'm able to inspire you, that means a lot to me. Thank you again ❤️
@marycerullo8455
@marycerullo8455 4 күн бұрын
Good day Nikky. I must comment on your absolutely lovely hair. Now that you finally have some sunshine, the auburn colour and texture was even more apparent. Fabulous!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 2 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! ❤️
@moshonkonri
@moshonkonri 5 күн бұрын
You now my favorite girl, distegard negativity, they have a lousy life and can't help themselves. You keep being you, you are smart ,cute and beautiful
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you, it means so much to me! ❤️
@labdian
@labdian 6 күн бұрын
I was waiting for this video! ❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 6 күн бұрын
Thank you ♥️ I hope you like it.
@X3Jane
@X3Jane 2 күн бұрын
You’ve made a masterpiece of your life. Bravo.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
Thank you!
@anneliesjoss
@anneliesjoss 3 күн бұрын
Hi Nikki, like you, I prefer time by myself, and with my loved ones. As I’ve gotten older, I made a conscious decision not to give my time to people I don’t care for. I’m very much an introvert, which I didn’t realize until recently, and it explains my childhood and younger adulthood so much clearer to me. I’m also a people pleaser, and I’m trying hard to just take better care of myself. Thank you so much for this insightful video 🥰 All your animals are living their very best, happy life 🧡
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
I understand how you feel, I'm very happy you enjoyed my video and I really appreciate your comment. Thank you so much! ❤️
@sweetjesusbyfaith3988
@sweetjesusbyfaith3988 6 күн бұрын
Love the videos!! When you said you speak Dutch I got excited lol I live in Iowa where it's a Dutch colony migrated from the Netherlands !! In orange city Iowa there is a tulip festival every year and they actually make original clothes of the Dutch orders for the queen and her court . Street sweepers and a huge parade look it up to see the beautiful display !! So quiet and beautiful where you are at !! Do you ride your big horse ? They were happy to be put on the grass. I can't wait to see the guinea pig enclosure when it's finished. Looking forward to the next video ❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 3 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! That's so cool! I love to hear those things, I would also love to visit one day. I'm training the horse right now, but taking it very slowly. I'm always busy and can only do it in summer time when the fields are not to wet. Thank you again, your comments really mean a lot to me! ❤️
@NatureInspiredSnipsnSnaps
@NatureInspiredSnipsnSnaps 2 күн бұрын
You really got a great view of the rainbows, and a beautiful doorstep to relax and chat from, and very skillful and creative. You are doing great and its only natural to have the feelings you do, its harder for empaths and kind souls, you feel you have to adapt, but really you don't, its not easy because we always try to fix everything , but some things are broken and take away our good energy, just keep being you and keep enjoying and sharing your wonderful journey with us, look to your bright future you are building and all the joy your place gives you and the goodness that comes through in your channel. Take care, shine bright.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
Thank you, I really enjoyed the rainbows, they were so beautiful. I'm glad I get to share it with you. You are very right, thank you for your kind and inspiring words, it means a lot! ❤️
@tullophile
@tullophile 6 күн бұрын
You are a lovely lady and I admire your courage. I don't think you should be affected by negative comments. I expressed concern about the Guinea Pigs being housed outdoors (because it can get very cold where you live) and your reply was that you have kept Guinea Pigs outdoors before. I was concerned about them being kept in temperatures below 15 degrees C, but you would most likely give them a heat source. That comment was made out of genuine concern for their comfort, and was not a negative comment about you. I appreciate the fact that you were not defensive or unkind in your reply to me. I have worked in animal advocacy for decades and I have seen animal neglect that is heartbreaking. Thank you for sharing your life with us and for being honest and kind.
@maryferebee-zg6zo
@maryferebee-zg6zo 5 күн бұрын
Hi Nikky, I love your channel. You are a very Sincere person. I enjoy your animals and the beautiful landscape.Thank you for sharing your life with us.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! I know that your comment was not negative at all, thats not how I see it. It's helpful and you think about my animals and thats something I really appreciate. I would indeed give them a heat source or even let them live inside my cottage if it's too cold. I want the best for my animals, as we all do. Thank you! ❤️
@tullophile
@tullophile 4 күн бұрын
@@nikkydegraaf Thank you for being genuine and kind. I love your vlog. It is interesting to see how people so far away from us live. We live almost exactly the same way!~ We have two dogs, two horses and spend the majority of our time outside. We are not TV watchers. Thank you for sharing those beautiful rainbows! I loved the looks of your sandwich on homemade bread!! I know that was tasty.
@melindajohnson8586
@melindajohnson8586 3 күн бұрын
Your videos are beautiful! Thank you!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
Thank you! ❤️
@CharlotteUnser
@CharlotteUnser 5 сағат бұрын
I just had to watch this lovely video again~ Your love of nature and self expression is so refreshing. Keep going!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 3 сағат бұрын
Thank you! You really motivate me. ❤️
@CharlotteUnser
@CharlotteUnser 3 күн бұрын
Wonderful video....Being true to your self and all that you love and sharing it with others is delightful....(A friend in the U.S.)
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
Thank you! ❤️
@kathleenlankford6027
@kathleenlankford6027 Күн бұрын
Rainbows are so amazing. You live in a very beautiful place❤ thank you for sharing.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 3 сағат бұрын
Thank you! ❤️
@ingridfaganova
@ingridfaganova 4 күн бұрын
Thank you Nikky for another lovely video, I really enjoyed it, the ending was so peaceful with you and Zenno sitting by the fire 😊
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 2 күн бұрын
Thank you! I loved that moment with Zenno, it was so nice to be able to enjoy an evening outside with a beautiful sunset.
@MsLele41
@MsLele41 5 күн бұрын
I just found your channel and been following you for week. I Love it. Please continue.🙂
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! ❤️
@lorisnell4290
@lorisnell4290 3 күн бұрын
Im a lot like u. Alone and dont hang around a lot of people.,actually none 😂 but i love to be outside and love animals. I have 7 cats and dream of owning a tiny cabin with a woodstove. Your videos are perfect. They relax me and i love to watch even just the simple every day life. Ur doing great 😁👍❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I'm happy you enjoy my videos and I really appreciate you wrote this comment. ❤️
@beccahoyledaniels284
@beccahoyledaniels284 5 күн бұрын
I’ve only just found your channel and I’m really enjoying watching it. Thank you for sharing your story with us, the double rainbow is beautiful x
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 3 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!
@ahitchcock6557
@ahitchcock6557 5 күн бұрын
Hi Nikky! WOW those double rainbows! Stunning! I am so thrilled to see your channel growing, I understand the vulnerability one would get from sharing your life. I think people are drawn to your natural life, and your truly kind personality, your love for nature and the earth and your animals. Your videos are always calming to me when I watch them. You truly make it look easy but I know how hard you work on every detail of your homestead. Some negative people just like to be internet trolls and I don't understand why people enjoy being unkind to strangers. Your life is something many dream of in this crazy world, I would just delete them and luckily they are few. I could not believe after you put the walls up to the guinea pig enclosure how NICE this is going to be, I couldn't envision it till I saw the walls. amazing! 100 is hot, we just went through that a few weeks ago, it was so hot you couldn't breathe. I do have 2 questions. One , what did you pour over the strawberries? And 2, in your big towns by you, do you have Mcdonalds and all of the popular places we have here in the US? The aerials you close with are so beautiful Nikki, one can't believe how large your property really is! ( I am going to send you the picture on instagram of my cat watching you and your cat on the big tv) so you'll know its me...lol...so cute, I couldn't believe she heard your cat meow and was actually watching you! hahaha. See you in the next video!
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 2 күн бұрын
Your comment made me so happy again! Those rainbows really were amazing. And yes, I'm so happy the channel is growing, but it's definitely scary aswel. Your kind words really help me, every time. It means a lot to me. Thank you! I think the guinea pig enclosure is coming along nicely, I had an idea in my head and sometimes it's hard to explain, but I can't wait to show you when it's completely finished. The thing on the strawberries is called : vla in Dutch. It has vanille taste and is a bit similar to yoghurt. I really like it. And yes, we do have a McDonalds in the bigger cities close by. We have most things pretty close by, because the Netherlands is a pretty small country. But locally we have more small shops, like fresh farm shops. Thank you so much! I will take a look at instagram and thank you again for your comment, it means so much to me! ❤️
@ritacarlson9522
@ritacarlson9522 3 күн бұрын
I just recently discovered your channel. Your video's are beautifully filmed and I throughly enjoy your way of living. I grew up on my parents farm in Texas and watching you brings back many good memories. Looking forward to following you for many years to come. Take care...talk again soon.
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 2 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, it really means a lot. ❤️
@terryjones6636
@terryjones6636 4 күн бұрын
Your videos are so beautiful & enjoyable 😍Keep them coming 👍😍
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 2 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! I will post a new video every Sunday, thank you for the support! ❤️
@Annazelfvoorzienendleven
@Annazelfvoorzienendleven 4 күн бұрын
Hoi Nikky, ik heb genoten van al je mooie beelden die je hebt gefilmd, je hebt er duidelijk oog voor. Hieronder staat in het Engels een heel mooi comment over hoe te handelen met negativiteit. Het is hier jou kanaal en jou content, dus bevalt het niet, dan gaat iemand maar ergens anders kijken, ze zijn niet verplicht hier te blijven hangen. Ik vind het mooi dat je Nederland zo aan de rest van KZfaq wereld laat zien. Ik dacht ook nog, voel je niet verplicht al je gevoelens te delen, het is hier niet privé, deel gewoon waar je je veilig en goed bij voelt. En ik begrijp je verhaal over dat het een soort onwerkelijk voelt dat zoveel mensen meekijken in je leven, terwijl je juist niet veel onder mensen bent. Ik heb datzelfde gehad met mijn kanaal, dacht als ik er 100 heb die meekijken is het al veel :) Ga lekker zo door en doe wat je leuk vind, je cavia plek wordt leuk, lekker speels, juist niet perfect, is veel leuker zo. Groetjes
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 2 күн бұрын
Wat ontzettend leuk om te horen, dat doet mij goed! Je hebt helemaal gelijk en ik doe mijn best om het ook altijd op die manier te bekijken, maar ik moet denk ik nog even wennen aan al die mensen die kijken en daar dan natuurlijk ook op kunnen reageren. Ik ben ontzettend blij met alle positieve reacties, die zijn veel waardevoller! Heel erg bedankt voor je reactie!
@mhopi9744
@mhopi9744 5 күн бұрын
I enjoyed the video. Kp up the beauty, bold n confidence 🙏🙏❤❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! ❤️
@JanOGran-pf8kl
@JanOGran-pf8kl 5 күн бұрын
🤗🤗🤗
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
❤️
@SharonGeorge-kb9wu
@SharonGeorge-kb9wu 3 күн бұрын
I love the flowers on your porch, and I have never seen that stuff you put on your strawberries?. I find your videos really relaxing x
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
Thank you! In Dutch we call it: vla. It has a vanilla taste and it's a bit like yoghurt. I'm happy you like my videos ❤️
@TheUnnur81
@TheUnnur81 20 сағат бұрын
Wow 😊 Beautiful place you've got there❤ I just subscribed, and send you and your animals mucl love from Iceland 😊❤
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 3 сағат бұрын
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! ❤️
@sherrylong946
@sherrylong946 2 күн бұрын
I loved this video! The guinea pig enclosure is looking great. You always seem to have good ideas and then you’re so good at putting things together from your mind to the finished product. I think you’re a very brave person to open yourself and your life to us. I love seeing how you live, what you’re up to and hearing you talk to us. I feel like I’m visiting a friend when your video comes on. There will always be negative people in this world, but don’t even give them a thought. Usually they are just miserable with their own lives and this is why they feel the need to try and bring others down. You’re amazing. How’s mama cat doing? Is she ready to have those kittens? Keep up the good work and please keep sharing. Your friend from WV, USA - Sherry
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf Күн бұрын
Thank you so much! Most of the times I just try things out for the first time, sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't, but I always learn from it! Thank you so much for your kind words, it really means a lot to me. You are so right about the negative people, I just need to get used to it a bit more, it's still all very new for me. I'm so happy you like my videos. Well, about the mama cat... I have an update in the video coming this Sunday. A very big update. Thank you for following along! ❤️
@claudinevandamme4809
@claudinevandamme4809 6 күн бұрын
Please don't pay attention to those idiots...your a cool girl..and I love watching your calming video's...your place is a great pleasant place..(meschien wat jaloers ) zeg mij. Was dit yoghurt of custard boven op de aardbeien?? Lijkt heel erg lekker ontbijtje...dank u voor fijne filmpje...
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thank you! Ik heb vla op de aardbeien gedaan, is heerlijk!
@joannekelly8550
@joannekelly8550 5 күн бұрын
I think I've asked before if you have a veggie garden?
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
No veggie garden yet, only the greenhouse to learn a bit about it. Just taking my time with it.
@MarkNieuwenhuizen
@MarkNieuwenhuizen 6 күн бұрын
Kiddos too for your English. Clearly not native but above average even in spontaneous talks
@nikkydegraaf
@nikkydegraaf 5 күн бұрын
Thanks Mark!
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