The Latest Disaster At Our Allotment | I can't believe this happened again

The Latest Disaster At Our Allotment | I can't believe this happened again | Back To The Good Life

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4 ай бұрын

Hey there, Good Lifers! 🌿✨ In today's whirlwind adventure, we face the tempest's test, proving that not even the mightiest gales can dampen our spirits! Our beloved gazebo, our third attempt at a serene shelter, met its match against the wild winds and storms, leaving us with a tale of resilience and a touch of DIY drama. 🌪️🛠️
But fear not, for every cloud has a silver lining, and our story is no exception! Join me as I embark on a valiant rescue mission, armed with nothing but determination and a sprinkle of ingenuity, to secure our brand-new polytunnel. This isn't just a fix; it's a battle against the elements, ensuring our green sanctuary stands strong, come rain or shine! ☔🌤️
Through the ups and downs, we'll keep our heads high and our hands dirty, because that's what Good Lifers do best! We embrace the ebb and flow of nature, finding joy in the journey and strength in the struggle. So grab your gardening gloves and a cuppa, and let's turn this challenge into a triumph! 🍵🎉
Remember, it's not about the setbacks; it's about the comebacks. And as we rebuild, we're not just constructing shelters; we're cultivating resilience, community, and a deeper connection with the land. 🌻👫
Stay tuned till the end for a heartwarming twist and a dash of Good Life positivity, reminding us that with a little bit of love and a lot of elbow grease, we can weather any storm. 🌈❤️
And because we're all about that sustainable, self-sufficient life, why not share your own tales of triumph over nature's naughtiness? Drop your stories, tips, and tricks in the comments below! Let's grow stronger, together. 💪🌍
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Stay green, stay keen, Good Lifers, and let's keep building our eco-paradise, one gusty day at a time! 🌾🛖💚
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@BackToTheGoodLife Ай бұрын

Thank you for all of the lovely comments folks, it has really meant the world to me! 🩷💛 If you're looking for something to watch next and want to learn about making a sore muscle salve out of common garden weeds, check this one out: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fJiYm5qXmpe8go0.html

@NanasWorms 4 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness. I'm sorry this happened. Your resilience is inspiring. ~ Sandra

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, it's tough staging positive though, I'm not gonna lie!😅 Things have got better and I'm happy to say that the polytunnel was still standing last time I was down there!👍🏻 Thanks for watching 💙🩷💛

@junewright1162 4 ай бұрын

My grandad worked in the fields all his life plus a large back garden and 2 allotments. He had 14 children to feed and never ran out of food. Truth is we dont need all this plastic . We are caught up in the plastic revolution.They ate seasonally Never did them any harm. Im going to give it a try

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

That's such truth right there!! I'd like a glass greenhouse, to be honest, a nice big one, but it's not something we can put on our plot right now. I try to recycle and reuse as much of the plastic stuff we have, there is definitely way too much plastic being used in gardening in general. Thank you for watching! 💙🩷💛

@AylaGrassrootGardens 2 ай бұрын

Oh no! This is the first video of yours I have stumbled across. I just moved to a windy area and am just so sorry this happened. New Subscriber, keep fighting ❤

@BackToTheGoodLife 2 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard! Thank you for your lovely comment too! I am happy to report that it does get better! It's just been terrible weather so far this year, really haven't been able to enjoy spring at all... but the weather does seem to be turning slightly!

@dlewis895 2 ай бұрын

THANK.GOD ITS NOT FROM CRIME

@BackToTheGoodLife 2 ай бұрын

@@dlewis895 Yes! I agree with that!! Luckily our allotments are fairly well protected, we have two locked gates, barbed wire and they're out of town... but it does feel like the weather has been a bit of a hooligan!!

@TheCornishCottageGarden-bs5lf 4 ай бұрын

I've had a miserable time with polytunnel/pop up greenhouses, they never last long and bring so much heartache

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

Yep! We had 2 small ones at home. One has been ok thanks to G strapping a bungee cord around it in the wind and it being strapped to the wall... The other one is now a heap of metal and plastic on the floor 😩 so annoying!! Hopefully the worst of the weather has passed now, for all of us! 🩷

@BumblebeeAdventure 4 ай бұрын

🐝Thanks for the video 🌻owmyy what a bad weather

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

Tell me about it! Hoping it will clear up soon!!🩷💛💙

@sharonthomas4997 4 ай бұрын

Keep going! I know there are these knock backs... But just imagine an abundant, beautiful allotments in a few months time 😊

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely!! It has definitely been tough the last few weeks, we seem to have been battered by storm after storm, but hopefully the nicer weather is coming around the corner and we'll have that abundance! Thank you for your positivity!!

@nicolabradley5761 4 ай бұрын

Hang on in there, the weather is bloody awful atm, my plot regularly floods and we are on top of a hill so exposed to all the elements, the winds are horrendous along with the driving rain and in summer it can get so baking hot its almost unbearable!! I still love it and the joy of gardening really helps my mental health but my goodness the weather conditions can be a such a challenge! Good luck with the repairs and patching up I can tell you will be just fab and fine!

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

Needed to hear that today! This time of year is so hard too because we have those few scant days of glorious weather and just as you get used to them, back comes the rain!! It will be fine though, as you said it's such a good mental health boost!!

@carolappleton3361 4 ай бұрын

Hugs ...But I must admit that turning the fruit cage into a semi-hard shelter seems like the best solution. You could even pallets around the bottom to shield the bench from the wind a bit more and give you something else to fix the tarp onto. Good Luck

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

That's a good idea! I've got a load of wood down there now so I can look to building a better shelter when the weather improves. The ground is so boggy right now! Things are improving though 😄

@happydigging 4 ай бұрын

Ouch! Tough break with the storm/weather damage! The weather in the North West has been shocking for months 😬 Hope you get back on top soon 😉

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! It's not always sunshine and roses doing our gardens is it? Things will get better though, have some more positive videos in the pipeline!😊 Thanks for watching! 💙🩷💛

@sharonbeardsworth3521 4 ай бұрын

Oh bless you. At least your trying. I live in a windy spot and use a lot of zip tie’s. Keep your chin up you will get there

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, it's been a really frustrating few weeks!! Things are brightening up though with any luck!!

@johnwilson230 3 ай бұрын

Dont loose harr last year i had pai. Smash out my greenhouse two this year and two more thats taped in place for the time being and at 12 quid a panel not cheap.yes its frustrating but keep going dont let the weather beat you. All the best😊

@BackToTheGoodLife 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!🙏🏻 We just have to carry on don't we? Hope your year is better this time round! 😁

@ianbrown5486 2 ай бұрын

North East no better wow you give me strength the way you carry on well done I wish you all the luck

@BackToTheGoodLife 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! It's definitely tough to be positive, especially when its just muddy and cold! I do feel like the weather is on the turn though... Hopefully! 🙏🏻☀️

@jbwoodcrafts 4 ай бұрын

How ironic that the bit you didn't work on is still standing. I hope the weather changes for you soon and your polytunnel/gazebo starts to behave properly ;-)

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

Hah thanks! I'm pretty sure there's a common denominator here! 🥴 🤣 Maybe if I let it all go wild it will be fine!! 💙🩷💛

@latebloomerdiaries4219 4 ай бұрын

Sorry you are having some weather troubles! What is the layout of your plot? Would it make sense to turn your polytunnel 90 degrees so it faces the opposite direction and the smaller end is the one getting the wind, and not the broad side?

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

That's a good idea! When we got the plot it actually was turned around... wondering if that's a better option now! I didn't realise the plot was SO windy, the polytunnel is in the corner at the back, I figured that was a rather sheltered place... nope!! Thank you for watching 💛🩷💙

@dannyoutdoors5322 4 ай бұрын

Bit of bostic glue in them wellies

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

That's not a bad idea actually, I was thinking gorilla tape!😄 I was just so mad when it happened!!!🤣 Thanks for watching!🙌🏻

@Narrowboat.and.offgrid.living 4 ай бұрын

Those polly tunnles are a waste of money for uk weather they don't last a year and are welded so bad if you insist on using one put it up in summer and ftake it down at end of summer each year

@BackToTheGoodLife 4 ай бұрын

That's probably not a bad idea to be honest! The one I have is very flimsy, I don't really expect it to last very long. When we move I'd like to get a decent one maybe wooden, but definitely of better quality! Thank you for watching! 💛🩷💙

@Narrowboat.and.offgrid.living 4 ай бұрын

We bought one the very first year we go an allotment it was a disaster it eneded up in somones garden 😂 we gave up with them and buy 50 50 seeds and plants backup the first two years are about finding your feet and seeing what works and what dosent plant easy things like potato's plentiful so you get a reward for the effort .Allotments are swings and roundabouts good years and not so good but being in the fresh air weeding and digging and harvesting is the best thing for us keep at it remember to feed your plants👍

@jpennturner 3 ай бұрын

We recovered one of those blown ways with proper polythene and dug it in at the sides, put proper doors on and have had no trouble since, got the poly from Northern, expensive but worth it.