I always get a wonderful sense of well-being watching your videos. They really should be on prescription from the NHS to relieve stress. Priceless x

I’m in France watching your vlog, I don’t think I’ve ever missed an episode. In an increasing urbanised world it’s comforting to watch your videos on canal side nature. Always a joy! 😊

There still exists poetry in this, often, dark and frightening world; reaffirmation that light and goodness still abide. Thank you for your channel.

Thanks! For 23 minutes away from real life, I so needed it!

I’m not usually one to peruse the comments on the channels I follow on KZfaq. Today I did, and the reactions to your videos affirmed something, I’ve suspected since first finding your channel. Your videos are little islands of refuge where people can lose themselves in the things of life, that are truly important. Thank for sharing your world through this medium.

There is nothing nicer in the world than a happy dog for a friend 🧡

Brilliant that you find joy in the simple things, like a dog's ball, a birds home, and the value of life. Thank you.

What a wonderful artist and poet you are! Thank you for sharing your beautiful narratives about narrowboating...

I find watching your videos is more entertaining what they show on TV.

Thank you so much for playing pleasant mellow music with your videos. It makes them a pleasure to watch.

Through algorithms, your video popped up and I loved every single moment of it. We used to own a 60ft narrow boat, but sold it a couple of years ago. We did constant cruising, but remained on Macclesfield Canal and Peak Forest Canal. This particular episode that you made was like ' Memory Lane'.....such beautiful waterways. The final scene of your video 'blew me away'. What a talented person you are. !!!! The impeccably presented journal brimming full of beautiful hand writing and masterpieces of drawings and paintings was a very pleasant shock. I presume you're a published author/illustrator.

Hello Vanessa - greetings from Poland Your beautiful video put the sunshine back into my life today. Unfortunatley, we had to have Tina put to sleep this afternoon. She was 14 years old and had Cusshings Disease. Our decision came after consultation with our incredible vet. What a shame you have left the Peak forest but the Macclesfield is lovely too. That walk to the postbox was terrific. And all the new life was saw was superb

Your vlogs are so relaxing! Many thanks. ❤

Oh Vanessa ! Could this video possibly have been more tranquil and soothing and . . . to see the Green Tiger Beetle sketched at the very end was . . . TRULY SAVING THE VERY BEST FOR LAST ! I was sooooooooooooooooooooooooo hoping he would be included n this weeks drawing. I chuckled at the Fox not giving two hoots at the Heron standing watch :) This was such a treat Vanessa, I so look forward each week spending time with you as you venture out on Alice Grace . The effort which goes into producing such fine films is not lost on me. May God Bless you and Zephyr this week. Cheers from Avondale Arizona.

I love your narratives and your walks. Look forward very much to my weekly visit xxx Y

Hi Vanessa, I sensed you were in your Element with Zeph in the wooded area… what a beautiful escape from all the sadness in Britain at the moment. I’m moored right opposite what I believe is a Sedge Warbler… ( had to record its song on my bird app to identify it) every morning it climbs from the long grass and holds onto the highest stem bursting with so many different sounds? I’ve never heard one before as normally I get saturated by Chiff Chaffs and Blackbirds… I hope Zeph gets a new ball very soon 😊

Wonderful, yet again... Informative, interesting and picturesque..... 🙏

What a beautiful video. You capture our natural world with real skill and finesse. Thank you.

Loved the journey to the post box magical!

Wonderful, Absolutely Wonderful 🎉

Thank you for your lovely vlog xx

Your artwork keeps getting better and better. ❤

It was me who asked about electric. Very nice video V.

Hello again! What a great episode! Loved hearing about the narrowboat prices and builds, very good information. Beautiful scenery and commentary, as usual. Also enjoyed the history, hearing about those brave ramblers who paved the way for future generations to enjoy the peaks, valleys, and waterways that would otherwise be off-limits to the general public today. I always learn something new from your channel, and today is no different. Thanks again, and best wishes, as always!

Hello dear lady. I am writing to you from Buenos Aires, Argentina. I've been following all your videos for a few months. It gives me a doubt but a positive one. I don't know what to choose as my main choice: his drawings, his poems, his lifestyle in his fantastic and beautiful narrow boat. It really is a peaceful life to imitate. Thank you for sharing your experiences and content. I send you a warm hug, wishing you success and good luck.

I just found you on KZfaq, and I am thoroughly enjoying your content. As an artist myself, your sketchbook and poetry is absolutely beautiful.

I first climbed Kinder Scout with my grandmother in 1948. Next week I hope to take my grandchildren there….

Gorgeous photo of the pipit. Thanks again for the journey.

Hi Vanessa another great video. Just love all that you do, I’ve been told I need a new hip, and I lose myself watching you. You have an aura about you that is so peaceful. Thank you for making such beautiful videos. Have great week and see you next week. Xx

I just love, love your dog zephyr. She is so calm and sweet.❤ Your walk through the trails and stream was one of my favourites. Thank you. ❤ It looks so much like where I live in British Columbia. Beautiful

Super video and love how you capture nature and your overall style. Wonderful drawings, by the way.

Your videos are always beautifully done they are very peaceful and I always learn a bit. Thankyou take care

Thanks for an other beautifully vlog . My friend and I have been on 2 canal boat Holidays and I like you spent many an hour watching the wiled life and painting and writing poems , not as good as your paintings and poems though. Although I cant afford holidays at the moment you allow me to transport my self back to the canals that I love. thank you so much for all your time and effort , I look forward to your next one. Steve XXX

England is such a lovely country, and the canals are a wonderful way to see parts of it. I hope they keep the ones they have and even expand on them. Whether I'm crossing Montana or watching one of your videos, I always imagine myself living in the homes I see along the way. Very idyllic scenery. I think narrowboat living would be nice for a season or a year, but I would eventually want to settle back down as I am, on my little acre. Your satisfaction in getting the black on your keel is matched by my getting the 30x36 foot slab poured underneath the pole building that's going to be my greenhouse.

I'm watching your blog from cape town south africa. What I love most is the way you show us the canals wonderful wildlife. ❤

So look forward to getting home on Fridays after walking my Border Collie Kate , i make a coffee have a KitKat sit back and thoroughly immerse myself in your wonderful vlog thank you so much take care Terence & Kate. 🐾🐾

Beautiful, never seen a pipit or the green back beetle, thank you for showing us, mountaineering now as well, Zephyr weren't the only one to have a treat 4 biscuits. We have been away again Cleethorpes this time, we heard a cuckoo and a young vixen fox came up to our caravan last night i shared some sliced beef with her and she took a piece out of my hand, she even gave me time to take pictures of her beautiful. Great video again. All the best Gary n Irene.

Beautiful discovery 🌿😍

Fantastyczne i pełne romantyzmu są te twoje wodne opowieści . Dzięki za kolejny cudowny filmik !

Simply phenomenal content, thank you so much.

Thank you for sharing your life aboard your narrow boat, your dog, your journey, and your art! Your video was lovely and delightful! Love, light, and blessings to you. ❤

beautiful drawings and a beautiful video very relaxing to watch

Vanessa you really do get to see the most amazing scenery. Your views you take us on are just astounding. There was a clip of you when you said you were really going to miss the forest views and there was this house that was right there. I want that house LOL right by the canal. I could just picture myself in it looking out one way seeing the beautiful hills and landscape and looking behind the house and seeing the canal and the narrowboats as well as the people walking the paths. Breathtaking. I wish!!!!!! Just love it all

Possibly your best video yet, kudos! I'm going to buy you a coffee, use it to by Ms. Zephyr a new ball, she's a great dog and reminds me so much of my own dog.

Ah, 23 minutes of pure entertainment watching yet another relaxing Vlog of yours. And, indeed, you have really inspired me to get out and about doing nature videos. Once again, thank you so much for making and sharing your delightful videos. 🙂

Ah, poor Zephyr! I call them "spherical objects" until I'm ready to play, because their real name is so exciting (to every dog I've ever loved!).. Hope Zeph has a spare! I almost missed you laying out the cookies, had to rewind the video a bit to catch it! And I always stop the playback after you read your poem so I can read all your notes around your drawings. Loved this week's poem a lot! Thank you for sharing your journey.

My dear wife Christine of 47yrs passed away suddenly 8 mths ago she always watched your channel she loved your drawings, This is the first time ive been able to watch you its been a terrible 8 mths and it still is, But I'll try and catch you again sometime❤

Stuck for words lass.... (Other than beautiful!) 😎👌❤

Your videos are really zen, very nicely edited and well narated. It's much appreciated that you take us with you on your exploring walks with the dog, too bad the ball got lost. Your painting and drawing talents are something that is making me sort of jealous, as I've never managed to draw anything that other people would be able to recognise 👍👍👍

"Higher Poynton", I was born there in the 1960s but have not returned since the age of 2. You make summer rain macks look parisienne chic Ms. Mindful.

Absolute Bliss....Had My Cuppa Ready this Time. The Walk & Bird Song Was Divine 🌳💚🪶 "Thank You So Much Vanessa" 💐

Found your channel purely by accident and I love it. Looking to move on to a boat permanently soon after much research, please, if you see an Australian looking confused, come and have a cuppa and that gorgeous dog can have some treats. Take care and thank you.

Love your bee t-shirt! More wonderful nature, and the depressing realisation I will probably never afford to buy a narrowboat 😆

🌱 i so enjoyed those walks ...thank you ✨

Good evening Vanessa ~ another brilliant Friday night in store for me as your vlog/video is ready to watch ~ I couldn’t comment earlier as I was with the head physio and the nurse discussing medication And I didn’t see the notification flash up ~ I hope you have a lovely weekend - sending you loads of love and loads of hugs as always ~ Xxx Xxx

Love your choice in accompanying music - so beautiful and peaceful! ✨🙏🏻🇬🇧

The Pipit has found a habitat with the best views. my Brother used to go rambling in the Pennines when he was younger and a bit of Potholing too as a sport I'd guess. That was a magical path that led to the letter box Vanessa , I'm sorry Zephyr lost her Ball but I imagine the chews made up for it. I watch those Narrowboat sales ads and Boat sales on the tube so I can see how much second hand ones cost. I see the English weather last week was as changeable as it always was. Look forwards to your next Vlog , like your subscribers say they are the highlight of our week.

Well done sweetheart! Handling a big boat like that really takes e skill and dedication! You are a true Angel of the waterways, and spirt of the land! Be free be beautiful and always true to yourself and your sole will shine like a beacon forever! Stay safe and stay happy!

Vanessa, 👱‍♀Thanks for sharing ! I knew Zephyr 🐶 would lost her ball. My dogs would have lost the ball also. I love labs,💖 Zephyr is beautiful. I also love your art work. Cheers 🍪🍪☕☕

oh that was lovely thank you, what a wonderful little walk through woodland you did, with the music and birdsong it was just right! Poor Zephyr loosing her ball! I have a small black Lab and she is exactly the same, really panics if she loses her ball and will run franticly around the house and garden looking for it, biscuits do work and normally we find it. thank you also, for talking about the cost and having a Narrow boat. We were looking into it a few years ago, but couldn't go ahead with it due to family illness. I am quite suprised at how much they have gone up since then! so we bought a camper van instead which has been good. hope you are all well and thank you for you lovely drawing and poems. x

I also keep a nature journal like you - here in Australia, I also love to draw birds and insects with coloured pencils. Laying down all the different tones of dry pigment from a coloured pencil, is so soothing - and suddenly you have made something from nothing! A blank page suddenly springs to life! Your sketches have real charm - and when I read this quote from Beatrix Potter, I thought of you and your exquisite talent with pencils - Beatrix wrote in her diary - 'Thank God, I have the seeing eye.'

A great vlog the expense of the boat ,well worth it we dont realise the beauty of our countryside and the wildlife ,your poetry very good with your drawings

❤Namaste from India - your scenic river cruises are so refreshing on old eyes -bless you for taking us along on your journey - love and light from a 70 year old Granma - for bringing joy to her mostly sedentary life 🙏🦋💙just discoverd your vlog today🍀

Loved the video and love your journal at the end, you are very talented. We love nature as much as you do. It must be lovely to travel down the canal with such peace and tranquillity. I love your dog too 🐕

it is like floating there , drinking tea, and watching the english lands pass. good stuff.

I know electric boats are becoming very popular because of the energy savings, however, as experienced sailboat owners we believe it’s best to have alternatives. We cook with both propane as well as an induction cooktop. We do have to use our generator for our heat and a/c if we’re off shore power and I’m very jealous of the wood burning stoves you narrow boaters have.

A new subscriber. What a lovely time I spent watching your vlog. Hope to see next one soon. Enjoy your peaceful way of living together with your dog.❤

I just came across you i love your walks and your beautiful dog and love your art journal great video a lovely cozy boat your art is amazing.

everytime your video is up... i must put it full screen, not because i cant see... i want to enjoy every scene that you brought in this video... very lovely... and poor doggy, lost his toy

You truly are an artist.Great footage and drawings.

Look at you Vanessa, 34.6 K subscribers. Way to Go!

Hello Mindful family. Blimey you've got some comments to answer. Superb filming as usual.

We always enjoy watching your adventures. We have been up Kinder Scout many times. I am now 81, and my father, who was born in Belper, and an avid walker, was on the mass trespass. He took me up Kinder and Mam Tor when I was 7, and I have loved it ever since. Thank you for evoking this lovely memory. Keep living the dream.

Thanks for identifying species that are “ new” to me….birds, insects and plants. Great video !!

So pleased to have discovered your channel ♥thoroughly enjoyed the natural beauty, very calming, and a great way to relax. Thank you!

Thanks for a lovely vlog.Your love of all nature is great for you to share.

Such a lovely blog Vanessa and I wish my route to the post box was as magical as your woodland walk! How stunning Kinder Scout is well done on your walk ! Very interesting and informative as always thanks very much x

I just discovered they have floating houses in BC Canada, there are 800 floating houses mainly on the Fraser River … Such an interesting lifestyle … I find it extremely peaceful just watching your vlogs, can’t imagine how peaceful it must be in RL … ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

Beautiful vlogs. The videography and info on the animals, plants, architecture and history is very fine, and your art and poetry is first class. Pat to Zeph, Go well ok

Thanks for Friday x

Just came across the vlog what an exciting day you have just love it, it's like being free as a bird, loved it 🎉

Thanks Vanessa, for a fab we film. I know the lost ball thing so well. Unfortunately our, totally nuts, Border Collie Islay isn't that fussed for treats...got to find the ball. So, I carry a spare one.😂

Hey! I just started watching your videos and I enjoy every single video you post and learning all about living on a narrowboat as well as all the wildlife. Thank you for all you do from Canada!

I love your vlogs and you ended your vlog in a very much loved location of ours in higher poynton which my husband and i have a caravan right next to the canal. We love taking our dogs down the canal and on the lovely walks such a lovely area. take care and can't wait for your next adventure xx

Thank you for another calming and relaxing vlog, i feel so calm now x

Lovely walk. Sorry to hear Z girl lost her ball. Our Nuthatch is a bit different. Enjoy watching them climb the Dougals Fir looking for bugs.

A beautiful video. That walk to the post box through the enchanted forest was so magical.

We have right to roam, in Scotland. It’s fabulous.

Today was a beautiful day I also spent some time ball hunting with Margo 🙂 and the best part of the day had to be a milky coffee, a handful of malted milks…and then another cracking episode. V you are a star 🙂

I would imagine it sounds absolutely fantastic in a thunderstorm on your boat. I used to love it in a caravan or even a tent , so therapeutic. I am so jealous of your lifestyle 😉.

Beautiful views!❤

Great video. The nuthatch was my favorite! Very relaxing watch. Thanks

Glad you walked up Kinder, beautiful up there. Thanks for all the boat information. Have a good weekend.

Well that vlog brought back a memory I was last up Kinder Scout way back in 66 when I was 17, Very interesting on boat prices I always remember somebody mentioned that Warble boats were charging about £1100 per foot for a narrowboat back in 99 seems cheap now.lol, The biscuit challenge come on Vanessa "Four"" I lost ,great vlog have a good week take care.😊

Really look forward to your videos. I’m still busy watching all your older ones as well. Loved seeing the one when you were on the Ashby canal through the villages and town I live .

Beautiful video🙌👌 Love the rich colours & your wonderful adventures, also your incredible artwork.

Awesome countryside views, Thanks for sharing

High Vanessa always a most reliable piece of your information and filming take lovely lady

Beautiful and magical as ever....thank you 🙏

Great video, Take care. x🎉