Wendy, I've been a big fan and follower of you throughout much of our COVID lives... I, too, have a best friend that's a tree... a beautiful red maple that is in my back yard. I owe this tree a LOT, for when I painted it as a beginning watercolor artist, it was the first (and ONLY) piece of my artwork that ever sold in a gallery! It also won me the Newcomer Award. It was Oct. 29th, right before Halloween that year, and we received a surprise snow of a couple of inches that coated the beautiful red leaves. I titled it, "Trick ... or TREAT?!" I was so surprised that it sold, and was convinced that a friend must have bought it out of pity for me. LOL! Then I realized that my friends couldn't afford $100 for a pity gift. Ha! Ha! Thank you so much, Wendy, for sharing the beauty of your heart with us. We are so lucky in KZfaq Land to get to know you! Lots of soft hugs and love, Maureen in Western Maryland

“Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow.”

Dear Wendy, I was very touched by your comment about me and for having inserted my comment on your video. Thank you so much. You are still keeping me company and teaching me that’s OK not to be OK everyday. I also like solitude when I’m not well. Unfortunately I don’t have a tree as best friend because I don’t live near any place with trees. But, like you, I love trees and whenever I can I visit them. I collect branches, sticks and leaves and make art work with them, as a way to have the trees near me all the time. I really admire your being so genuine. It takes courage to say you’re not OK in these days in which we are supposed to be happy all the time. I’m paying attention to self-care more now and I look forward for your next video. Love from Portugal ♥️✨💜✨💙✨🧡✨❤️✨💛✨💚✨

Thank you for this today Wendy. Your words helped me feel a little less alone. With the world as it is and being a very sensitive empath I have struggled with many of the same things you have. The isolation has been especially challenging as the more I’m isolated the more I tend to want to isolate. Today I went for a nice long walk with my pups in nature and it really helped to lift my spirit. We are just souls doing our best to have a physical experience. Much love and blessings to you my dear. 💞✨🤗✨💞

I am one on a farm South Africa.. A d it can become so lonely.. Allways looking forward to your chats.. It helps a lot to cope..

Thank you for addressing the sleep/energy/focus problem. I'm someone who also has that problem which has only increased with the past 2 years. I'm considered elderly but isolation has taken me from very active to a decreased zest for life. Finally working hard on dealing with this, viewing KZfaq videos' such as yours has given me a community around the world, it helps.

When my boys were little I would always stop and tell them to listen. The trees were whispering secrets ❤️ They did and they loved it and I did too ( still do)

Oh Wendy! ❤️ It’s been a rough couple years for us humans. Your honesty and vulnerability are heart warming. I have been watching Thich Nhat Hahn videos and how practicing mindful breathing relieves fear and anxiety. I downloaded the Mindfulness Bell app onto my phone, set to ring every hour. I stop what I’m doing and breathe in and out 3 times as it fades away. It’s amazing how this practice takes me out of hurried mind into a state of calm. Spring is just around the corner and you can visit your tree friend in all her glory. Blessings to you and James. ❤️❤️❤️

Dear Wendy, your videos are definetely part of my self-care: so glad I found your channel! 💕💕💕

Dear Wendy i was feeling really really bad for more then a year. No sleeping, pain in my body, no concentration, emotions going up and down and now I finally found out what is, it is my menopause! And I am only 45 years old. Since a mounth I am on HRT and it works! Almost every complain I had is gone and I am feeling sooooooo much better.

Hi wendy my names Jane, I’ve just found you. My mum died a month ago, she lived with me and my husband for 3 years. I’ve been spending a lot of time under the duvet with the electric blanket on, hiding, planning all the things I’m going to make now I’ve got more time. You inspire me to be gentle with myself and listen to what’s going on for me right now x

"I bet I'm not the only one." Every time you said that, I was right there with you. What a lovely video. Thank you for helping "my bad day" brighten.

Wendy, you are a tonic for a battered soul. Thank you so much sharing your from the heart perspective.

Sharing your life with a dog is one of the greatest joys you can ever experience. They are amazing creatures. Full of love and wonderful things.

What a gorgeous little dog Jeff is! So friendly and snuggly. I too am in love with trees. I talk to them, when I am out walking my black rescue greyhound Madge. I thank them for being there. I too have a special tree, that is in a field near where I live, and I call the fairy tree. It looks like a tree that has had a bad hair day, and I absolutely love it! I feel so lucky to live where I do - I only go out to walk my dog, but I have nature all around me here. Love and Blessings to you dear Wendy, from Devon, England. xxx

Oh my, I so understand about loving trees. They make me feel less alone when I lean against one. They're strong and beautiful. Thank you for sharing about the heart giving to itself first. Wonderful analogy. Wise truth. Blessings - Wendy Mac 🕊️💌🌿

I loved this! You bring magic when you let us into your world. I was a introvert before lockdown. Having the same feelings about getting back out there again. I get fear and anxiety just trying to get out of bed. I hold down a full time job....just can't get my off time to be better. At times I feel like am missing out on Life that I won't get back....and it sends me to panic. You gave me a idea though.... I will start to make friends with trees and places that give me energy. Thank you💌

I am a sensitive empath.....and creative. My mother was artistic and I miss her. I lost her when I was 33yrs old. I now am 69. I think of her often these days. Perhaps she is nearby....watching...guiding. I have my fathers philosophical intellect and wit, and my mother’s sense of gardening, preparing nourishing foods, and nurturance of things, and joyful enjoyment of others expression of themselves. They both were emotional casualties of WW2. I found my expression 20 years ago thru offering Reiki, readings and supportive mentoring to many. Now, sort of like you....I am alone with just my Self. I like being alone a lot.....but not indefinitely. So I guess I am going thru a very long......reflective phase. Thank you for your videos!!! Ahna

Hi Wendy your video popped upon my screen out of the blue. It was beyond profound. Such that my friend said "oh my! She is you and you are her. And all I have seen is this video and the one before where you were reorganizing your studio. I have always said "I am Tree" and go and talk to the Trees. I have and am walking your path. I have not hugged my trees or talked to the lady bugs even tho one flew into my house out of the blue. Wendy your words give me compassion for you. The artists and empaths have such wisdom and love. And it does become blocked and it is for so many the Trees that indeed give us courage and Balance. Nature indeed connects us to our heart. And the quote you said about the "❤ pumps blood to itself first was so powerful it shed a tear. Breathe the air around your magick tree and KNOW she is singing a symphony and lay down and gaze up into her branches. Watch how all her leaves vibrate at different speeds and fall like butterflies in winter and let yourself get lost in her vibrations......... 🌳 💕💜💙💛💚🐞🐞🌿🎨

Thanks Wendy for your encouragement! It is very okay to have some off-days, we can only do the best we can. But some days even this is too much... I feel like I'm in the 'waiting room' for years. Stuck in the situation. Trying all I can to escape, but sucked in or kicked back again. I don't want to give up but it's hard, takes so much energy. You make me feel less lonely 😊

Dear Wendy, I say, Dear Wendy, as I feel you are a friend, even though we haven't met. I just want to say, I have been following you for about the past year on KZfaq on my tv and tonight, I realized that I hadn't liked on tv or even subscribed to you. I found that out when I searched for you on my iPad! Too complicated to explain and I waffle also! 😄 I just want to tell you I am truly grateful for all you do. I work in Health and Social Care and sometimes, being an empath, it can be very draining. I found you by chance on KZfaq and was immediately drawn to your total honesty and your Shining Light, which shines on all of us, that listen to you and learn. You give me a sense of calm and to know I can't be there for everyone but I must fill my cup first and be there for me primarily. When I want to chill out, I go straight on KZfaq and look for you. KZfaq could clarify that! 😄 I've always loved art and being a 1950's baby, life was different then. I used to sit round the table with my father and brother. I couldn't wait until dad brought home the charcoal and paper and while mum was cooking dinner, we'd three, sit and draw. They were the most happiest memories. I'm glad to say, you have given me the inspiration to not be perfect but to pick up pencils and paint and express myself. Thank you, thank you, thank you ❤️

This was such a sweet video. Jeffie is adorable and so full of bounce ! I have always had a dog, they make you laugh when you least expect it. I have a tree in my yard, shes huge. I named her Achana ( guardian tree) Native American. She’s a big Oak and the biggest and best in my community it’s since most everyone else has pines. I have my fairy garden all under and around her. i bring her gifts like pretty rock or crystals when I remember to. Trees are amazing . I’m glad you reconnected with yours .

One of my favorites quotes from the artist Bob Ross: “There's nothing wrong with having a tree as a friend.” I am blessed to have several "besties!"

You are so very brave. You have given me so much strength. I have been truly unable to get up enough courage to go out anymore. If I must, I have panic attacks, and want to just run back in my home, where it is safe. But, I have been watching your videos. You popped up on my feed about a month ago, and from that point on, I began watching you, from the very first post you made. I saw the evolution of you, and, it gave me hope. Your courageous vibes came through to me, and, I took your courage, and used it for myself. I was able to actually get in the car, and drive across state lines, by myself, (I live in the US), to visit my son. I am truly grateful to you. You also showed the comment of the woman who wrote to you, and, I believe, most of us feel as she does. You are really saving so many of us, without even knowing it. You are very special. I hope you know. And, I cannot end this without saying something about your partner. I feel badly gloating over you, when, he should get credit as well. You and James show the rest of us how good people should be to one another. You both are extraordinary in so many ways. You hold on tight to one another, and never let go. I love watching your adoration for one another. Best wishes to both of you. You are doing such good things.

Yes! here's to trees as friends, guides and inspiration 🌿❤️✨🌳

I live in Texas and I am attaching my pic of my favorite tree there. It's wonky, supported in some places, other places it grows free. I feel like this tree has survived and can tell me wonderful secrets and wisdom. At night, I like to walk around my home and put her to sleep. I touch the curtains, turn off the lights, maybe spray a little lavender throughout. I do a quick tidy, nothing major. It helps my energy and anxiety. This week, I will be deep cleaning the house and I can't wait. Let the sunshine!

Wouldn't it be fitting if Wendy and James adopted a pup named "Maple". ❤🍁 -Wendy's tree loving tribe

Your videos genuinely make me feel less alone and more motivated to make my art. More importantly I recognize my slow days and appreciate those too. Thank you Wendy for being my friend! ✨🌙

I almost cried this time,seeing you sit against the beautiful maple on top of the hill. You looked so vunerable and Spoke such true and earnest words about what you experience every day! It is resonating whith many of us, including me! I live near a park and there is a baby sequoia tree who i really love❤️ I walk Bye every day and Greet him. It fills me with wonder realising that he probably will grow for hondreds of years to come We are just living here for a small amount of time. It put things in perspective, doesn’t it? 🤗😘❤️🌹

Love your tree Wendy. I think lots of us are suffering similar things. I don't go out much any more. My husband nearly died from tne big C and we don't want to take any chances. My art has saved me. Your channel is an inspiration and I always look forward to watching your prorammes. Don't let things get you down. You have your wonderful art. Xxx

Thank you for sharing your tree, I have an old knurled apple tree in my garden that I love, but I do do into the woods and chose a tree, no favourite. I found you in Jan 2021during my recovery after life saving bowel surgery, I have a bag and stoma named Nellie. I was in lock down in my hospital bed, couldn't craft but you helped me through this time. I'm grateful for the part you played Thank you 😊 🙏 🌳🍃🎨🍂

I found your channel around the new year and Ive been watching many of your videos since then; Ive found them really comforting and inspiring. Ive actually managed to create so many things in January with you playing in the background. Ive actually felt really uninspired lately and its made me kind of sad, so this video is actually wonderfully timed. So thank you, Wendy.

Wendy, I could just see and feel your favorite tree hugging you back. I am sure it missed you as well! It is unfortunate but I feel as though the entire world is suffering from PTSD due to this pandemic. Keep your light on Dear Wendy, while your videos help us to do the same. Love and light to you. ❤🌈

I used to have 2 special trees in my childhood yard.One was huge and old and had a natural seat that I sat in reading magazines as a teenager.Before that, my bff and I used to climb up a pine tree and spy on the neighbors walking by.I knew every foothold by heart.I still think of those trees decades later, and they appear in my art all the time.I don't really have a special tree friend at the moment, except there is a beautiful chestnut tree on a very busy road near me.I've taken photos of it at night, with a streetlight behind the branches.When I look at the photos I see many faces in the leaves, that look like fairies.I plan to paint the faces I see there. I definitely understand your tree friends.Thanks for teaching me so much.Your art is inspiring and your personality is lovely.❤️

I have a tree too, Wendy. Is it the stalwart strength through all it endures the reason we gravitate to them? We have to take care of ourselves or we won't be able to care for others. Others need us, even some that we're unaware of. We need you, Wendy, and you need us. I like to go off alone when I'm trying to process too. Hug yourself today, and tell her you love her. Smile at her and tell her that she's awesome, because she is. WE are 🤗🌹🎄🌴

Dearest Wendy, The Land of Enchantment reaching out to the UK and give you a huge, compassionate hug. Your raw emotions and sharing of your true self is simply a beautiful event each and every time you encourage the Universe. You are such a bright and beautiful light of hope to us going through this "trying" part in our history. There is nothing more awesome in the world than finding Kindred Spirits out there to raise you up when you are so very low. I suffer from disturbed sleep patterns, anxiety, chronic diseases and the like, but finding someone like you each week, giving it the best you can is a Joyful time I spend just on myself...and it is really hard for me to "self care". Thanks for being here week after week shining your light, love, friendship and talents. LJ P.S. James, I also appreciate the great partner you are to Wendy - you're so caring.

You are not alone, I’ve been feeling exactly the same. 💚🌱🙏🏽🌱💚🌸

Hello, Wendy! Ah, yes, I have had many best friend trees, my darling. I have never met a tree I did not like, as a matter of fact. My first tree love was a Sycamore/Plane tree my father planted in our back garden as child. And these days my two lovely Elms keep me company in my back garden. I love that you used my blog for your Maple - which is, yes, a very lovely and wonderful tree, indeed! - I am so very glad you took courage to go visit your dear friend. I would imagine you slept quite well after your visit. And, no doubt your Maple feels all the better for having seen you and felt your presence. 🥰 The reason the heart pumps blood to itself first is so it is able to pump blood to the rest of our bodies. Likewise, we must take care of ourselves so we are able to take care of others. Isn't life beautifully interconnected? It has been such a pleasure to watch and listen to you. A British lady having a bit of a moan? And why not?! It is so cathartic to speak of things to others. I have subscribed and liked and saved so I can keep up with your wisdom. You have given me a bit of courage and all. Many thanks for the link, my darling. It has changed/is being changed as I have rebranded. If you would like to read other tree blogs or herbal/wort cunning blogs or crystals blogs I am switched over to www.wytchencrafts.org.uk. Warmest blessings to you and everyone x

Thanks for the reminder that sometimes we just have a bad day but it will be better. This lockdown has been difficult and brought out fears in me that I didn’t have before. I have a special tree! I live in the big city in Missouri and I have to drive to see my tree. But it’s worth it! I pack a little snack, journal and sing to my “tree friend”. I’m 65 and I’m sure there’s been some people in the park that thought “ awww, poor lady, she’s lost it” lol! But I enjoy! I am looking forward to spring so I can take my shoes off and feel the earth on my feet! Be well Wendy!

Hello Wendy and everyone 🖐. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, feelings ,and taking us to visit your special tree 🌳. Iv been ill all week and feel that I've been on a little outing in the fresh air with you, wonderful 😊. I have a beautiful Hornbeam tree in my garden. It's huge and about 150 years old!. We have Tawney Owls that visit and is a haven for wildlife. There is a lovely Beech tree in the woods near were I live. But a few years ago I was on a walk with family, Lake District and I felt really awful and drained( too much from my cup!) I felt drawn to this Oak tree near the stream. As soon as I touched its strong trunk I felt it vibrate. I felt mild electricity going through me of healing and positive energy. I felt wonderful and re charged. I wanted to hug this tree forever. 💗. I thanked the tree for its healing but I had to leave. Every time I visit this special place I give the tree a hug or stroke and say Thank you. 🙏. Take care Wendy and everyone 🧚‍♀️🌟🌈💫💗

I feel like your videos are conversations I have with a friend. Sending much love.

You are an amazing and unique woman. I love to listen to you, and how you find spirituality. It is so hard in this world to find peace and serenity these days. Especially I have found this living in the U. S. We have seem to lost our way, and it seems like most of us have gone crazy. I stay out of the political stuff, as I prefer to stay within my old world. Difficult with the parents of my much loved 5 year old grandson. His parents are not together, and are still at odds after 5 years. You have helped to make me stop and breathe. Thank you. The very best to you and your wisdom.

Haven't left my house but twice in 4 years. Been in my own world. Like it here. 🍃

Yes, Wendy, I have tree friends. And cactus friends (but I don't hug them! ). Thank you for addressing lockdown and agoraphobia, especially as an introvert. I'm still trying to force myself back into Nature, to hug my tree friends. Seeing you beneath your lovely maple friend reminded me that the oak is calling to me... It's not got much longer as it's roots are being washed away by a local sometimes running creek. Hard to make peace with losing a tree or animal friend. But it's needed. And it's self care, in it's way. You are a beautiful soul and I'm so grateful for you. Thank you endlessly. ✨

Gahhhhh at 0:50 when you're holding your pink cup...you're the cutest little fairy and I'm so glad to share my morning with you! Cheers!

Thank you So Much for sharing your tree! It was so nice to have coffee, make drinks and share the time sitting under your tree, in nature with you. Maybe next time the world gets too much, Think about this time under your tree. To get thru those moments. For me I am an ocean waves person. When I feel like a bug and the world is too much, I go back to my beach. I close my eyes feeling the sun on my face, hear the waves, the birds, the wind, the bees on the ocean roses. It doesn't take the world away but for me it helps me realize even the little bees on the roses are special next to the sun, waves, wind...you are too. Big thank you & hug from across the pond.😊

My mother planted trees in our yard gave each one to all her kids. Mine was a white Aspen Tree. it gave a love of trees in general. One of my favorite is called a Catalpa Tree. It has the pretty white flower clusters in the spring that smelled so good. It also had big leaves that were heart shaped. Later in the fall would have these super long bean pods. We would always make little flower bundles she would put them around the house. It was just a nice memory.

Dearest Wendy, no indeed you are not the only one who has a special tree . I have a huge tree I refer to as the" mother tree," as she surrounds the others with big limbs. I also have a circle of trees that I have gone to many times to feel their energy and set myself right again. I find it so refreshing, as you do. I notice you have flowers blooming and ladybugs crawling about! How beautiful. I'm in the states and it is still very much winter like outside. Thank you for sharing your heart !🧚‍♂from one woodland fairy to another. Trust the journey.

I do love you Wendy, at first I thought it was just another lovely art channel, but in actual fact I feel like you’re more in the life and encouragemnt section. You’re so genuine, and I don’t feel like you winge, you say how you’re feeling in a way that we can understand and connect with you. I’m glad you talk about self love and preservation, and resting when need to, we are in hustle culture times where it’s a brag to be sooooo busy to do anything, but that’s not healthy. I’m glad you are an advocate for health and rest and doing what’s right for the body and soul. I feel so guilty if I stop, yet we are going through an eviction and am really in a low mood currently so doing anything is difficult, plus I have chronic pain and kids with autism and mental health, it’s just such a hard time currently, and it’s so easy to be hard on yourself, and we have to remind ourselves that it’s ok to have rest, it’s ok to have a pyjama day, it’s ok to take the time you need to get back with it all. And I’m grateful that you are a reminder of that. I love your tree, it’s a very nice tree 🌳 . I’ve always loved nature, but find it hard now with my pains to go for walks but do try still. I’m glad you felt able to share with us, love little Jeffy he’s super cute! Looking forward to your next video 🥰

Wendy thank you for your heart felt videos. They help me through many of the same things and gives me a chance to view myself. May you feel the love of others that visit your sites.❤❤❤❤❤

Such a gorgeous moment you shared under your maple tree. This purity shines through and it brings me to tears because it is so special to see that in others. It’s truly a gift. True colors of the soul ... thank you Wendy for being YOU. I’m getting a healing of my heart as your light touches mine. Truly, thank you

Jeffry is adorable. Furbabies are such a joy. 💜💜I have a favourite tree or two at my parents , of which I grew up with. This video made me think of the moments with my son , when spent time hugging these trees and hanging out together, TFS . I love your videos.

I do have a favourite tree and lucky for me it is in my garden. It's my 22 year old Tasmanian frangipani, a gift from my son Darryn, and planted by me. It has a wonderful eye on its trunk the same height as my forehead so I lean my third eye against the tree eye to improve my inner vision. It has beautiful fragrant yellow and white flowers in the late spring. The bird feeder hangs on one of its branches and the tui birds love to sit at the very tip top and sing their beautiful melodies. Sometimes they get drunk on the nectar and hang upside down and dance a comical dance. Last night we had a cyclone It was quite scary and I worried the trees might fall on my house. I turned the outside light on and stood on the verandah to check on my trees, especially the frangipani. No branches were broken by the winds that blew over large pot plants I had on the verandah. I didnt sleep until about 4 .00am . It was very hot and noisy during the cyclone and the town alarm kept sounding. So instead of sleeping I watched numerous interviews with Elon Musk. He is a genius and I am intrigued by his philosophy and all he actions to make a happier earth. I think your granddogson is delightful Arohanui ehoa from Aotearoa New Zealand. Xxx

Wendy, thank you for your lovely personal video. I appreciate your insights and applaud your courage. I find my own journey of self-care to be a constant companion in this ever changing world we live in. We are all worth the effort tho, of caring for self. My best tree friend is a glorious weeping willow. We planted her when we bought this house and she's still with me. She has been my sacred space, a place to hold ceremony, teach Reiki, hold healing circles, meditate, and experience divine Love in all her glory. Mother Willow is over 20 years old now, bigger and more beautiful with each passing year. We also have a beautiful maple on the west side of our house, towering high to provide much needed shade in the summer. Weeping willow and maple are the two trees I felt most drawn to as a child and now I am blessed to live amongst them. :)

Just noticed at the end of the video the parts of the word “en-courage!” Thanks you for sharing, you are not alone.

Beautiful, open, generous…just like a maple tree. Thank you, Wendy. Sending light!

Hi Wendy! I have this thought about fear and courage, it's a subject I discuss often with friends and family since I find there to be a misunderstanding about what courage is. I don't believe courage to be the opposite of fear, since courage never can exist without fear. The bravest people is the one's who are petrified but decides to do the things that scares them anyway. Courage and fear have to exist together. I'd say the opposite to being brave is being a coward, and that has nothing to do with fear. Fear is not negative, its a great asset. Lots of Love from another anxious artist ♥️

so nice to hear someone else who needs a lot of sleep! Less than 7 hrs 45 min and i'm ruined for the day. Hemp tea helps me settle down, when i start the kettle, then i tidy up and get ready for my night time ritual....i go to bed early & wake up early.. i love love love mornings

Your way of living and observe life is what I love and admire the most in this world. Thank you very very much. Abrazos enormes from my coeur and from Spain

I love how you hug the trees. They deserve hugs

I just found you and I’m watching your videos. I’ve dealt with anxiety and panic disorder all my life. I’ll be 67 yrs old in the fall. Covid and lockdowns really was hard. I had a new grandson born during the lockdowns. I took every supplements and organic foods to keep from catching the C! In January 2022 I caught it. 15 days in the hospital with Covid double pneumonia. It is now the end of June and I’m almost bald, a side affect, and living with long haul. I totally understand the anxiety. Thank God I was too sick to know it. Your videos are so relatable. Thank you. I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Your grand pup is so darn cute. BTW. I’m in USA is the desert of Arizona. You have much greenery. I have brown sand and dirt. But there’s beauty everywhere. Just look for it💕

Wow - the heart pumps blood to itself first before the rest of the body. Thank you for this gem!!!

I loved this, Wendy. Thank you for being honest, whimsical, creative, beautiful, en-coeur-aging you! I have tree friends, too. There's a birch and a rowan in particular :)

Hi. Such a lovely video. I too am troubled with sleep. But I must try to be a little calmer and go out in my garden to recharge. I love how real you are. 🏵️🍊🌷🌼

Aloha dear Wendy...having my cuppa with you a day late. This video brought many tears. Thank you for your honesty. I think I'm a pretty brave person and roll with the punches however I am also very sensitive to the world around me and the suffering of so many. I tend to stuff my own insecurities and fears always giving my bright happy light to others. Its not until I watch you and listen to your feelings that I recognize that I have some of the same feelings.Like...why don't I go out in nature to my favorite places instead of hiding inside far too often? I know how healing it is, so why? I burst into tears when you hugged your tree. So thank you for helping me realize I need to peel back the cocoon I wrap myself in too tightly at times. And thank you for reminding me of my favorite trees. I'd say it's time for some hugging!💚🌳🌲🌳🌲🥰

As far as lock downs go, I think being outside in nature is some of the best places to be. Also being inside with pets would be second best. You are a joy Wendy, thanks for keeping my light bright!

There is a huge tree on the way to our old house in the country. Recently I was down that road and was happy to see that it's still standing. It's in a farmer's hay field, so I can't go up to it, but I passed it twice a day for 20 years when we lived out there. One of my best watercolors is of that tree, and I framed it and it's hanging on my wall.

Thank you , wise words and a reminder its ok to not be ok. We all have bad days where we just have to put one foot in front of the other. Courage is all about keeping going and being kind to ourselves. At times I can feel exhausted by some KZfaqrs who always show a happy full of energy persona, charging around like lunatics. Just watching them fills me with anxiety. So thanks for your slow gentle chanel that focuses on nature , creativity and love of just being , enjoying the simple things in life

YES WENDY SOME OF MY BEST FRIENDS ARE TREES!I DID NOT KNOW THE HEARTS PUMPS THE HEART FIRST.THANK YOU FOR THAT,SOMETHING ELSE TO THANK MY BEAUTIFUL HEART FOR.WHEN IM STRUGGLING TO FEEL GRATITUDE AND HAPPINESS IS OUT OF REACH,I WILL REMEMBER TO KEEP BEING AMAZED AND BLOWN AWAY BY THE HEARTS CAPACITY TO KEEP ON KEEPIN ON DESPITE STRIGGLES WE FACE.NICE ONE WENDY BEAR X

I think that was your best video yet. The world can be so scary sometimes, and we just want to curl up and hibernate. My favourite tree, is in the Wimpole Estate in Cambridgeshire by the pond. I miss living near there. Like yourself, agoraphobia can rear its head at times, and needing me time has become so much more important as I've got into my 50's. You are like a breath of fresh air Wendy, you are so open and honest. Its beautiful to see, as many shy away from being so true. Thankyou for letting us into your life. Love and light to you.

The trees and earth are transformative. So beautiful there, in your safe tree space. I understand the want for solitude. You are an inspiration. Thank you. ✨💚💎✨

Oh, this video was just the encouragement I needed this morning!! Thank you for letting us meet your tree, it is inspiring to meet such a steady friend and I have a few myself. 😉 Trees always inspire my creativity...and water! The idea of "courage = coeur, and coming from the heart, which pumps its own life force before sending energy to the rest of the body" really caught my attention! Just love that...I'm holding on to that thought! 💝

I like to tune into you to be inspired,feel I know you now,I learn off you and I’m 75,I love Art,x

Thank you for this encouraging video! I actually watched it in tears! Lockdown really affected me, both health wise and mentally. One day I’ll get out and find my own tree! Thanks for being genuine, and authentic! You’ve made a difference to me today ❤️ 🙏

I read an interesting article recently that said sleeping through the night in not what humans always did. Before electric light people often went to bed early then woke and did things in the middle of the night then went back to sleep for a few more hours. I don't have a schedule I have to keep for anyone but myself, so lately I have been more comfortable sleeping or napping when my body needs it. And treating myself gently when I am up in the night.

Dearest soul. Watching your vlogs and hearing your struggles, and how you give yourself such loving grace, somehow has freed my own soul of bondage and sorrow. At the same time your journey is teaching me how to offer myself grace and love. I do not understand this phenomena, and I don't think I need to. I am a Substitute Teacher and I find that the love I freely give to my primary students, often reflects that which I crave. I so look forward to seeing your vlogs because I always feel so uplifted and encouraged. It's as if you are the cloth that cleans my glasses, allowing me to see more clearly. Much love, respect, and appreciation for you. Brightest Blessings to you. ❤️ Also, I do not have a specific tree, although I do love them dearly! I have taken numerous photos, painted, or bought paintings of many different trees. My soul also yearns for the vast oceans, rivers, and various bodies of water. It is due time to "recharge my hydro-batteries." 🐾❤️🐾

Trees are really so important for us as humans and having one as a best friend is the most beautiful thing we can do…even just to say thank you 🙏🏻

I love your videos. You inspire me to think sbout my self-care. Our water is also full of chlorine. A shower can give me a headache. We had to remove our filtered water shower head because we couldn't find filters anymore. We have a massive filter to just our ice machine in the freezer and a good filter at the kitchen sink. We are blessed with a big maple tree in the middle of our front yard. I think over the pond, it is called the front garden. Thank you so much for sharing so much about it and the link. If you have the courage to walk out to that maple, then I can be brave enough to walk 10 feet from my front door. The maple starts spring with thousands of seeds that fly everywhere. We call them helicopters. They land and plant everywhere. We have to pull them up especially when they start to grow in the herb garden and more. Our back yard could easily be a maple forest. We get less of them on the side yards, so they magically find their way over the house, it seems. I had to seek some medical help after a great loss in 2009. After 12.5 years, he is retiring from private practice. He wants me to see a nurse practitioner he is continuing to work with. I feel like this is a loss, too. He and I were a text message away. Amazingly virtual appointments, because of the pandemic with him seeing me in my own environment, created a major diagnosis that matched my word of the year, that I never really shared. I just knew I couldn't FOCUS. The help is so amazing for a high functioning, dull feeling me. I do have major back limitations. I wish the maple was out back. But the neighbors can think what they will. Your videos feel special when you share and let us in.. thank you, ~Heidi

Thank you for being vulnerable with us and sharing courageously from your heart. I have a sugar maple tree we respectfully call Grandmother Sugar Maple. She gave us maple syrup for years. Now I just visit her to say hello and seek her wisdom & groundedness.

I’ve just found you this morning. Your vulnerability is so courageous. I feel as you do so much, especially with trees. 🌳❤️. Even tho there’s an ocean between us, I feel a connection and that’s what’s so wonderful about this time we live in. When technology is used for love and connection. I wish all the blessings in the world to come your way. You’re lovely. Blessed be. 🙋‍♀️💖🙏🥰🍀✨

YOU ARE SUCH A LIGHT MY GOOD GIRLFRIEND CAME OVER TODAY SHE CUTS MY HUBBY HAIR AND MY BOYS SHE IS IN HER EARLY 50'S TOO LIKE ME AND I WAS JUST LIKE YOU GOTTA FOLLOW THIS PERSON MEANING YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU ARE SUCH A COOL CHICK AND LOVE YOUR VIBE AND YOUR WARM HEART!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you Wendy , stay safe love and hugs xx

I just love trees especially very tall old trees. I used to have about 20 old big leaf maples in my yard. They were so beautiful. There was something spiritual about them. The birds and squirrels loved them too. Sadly ,I had to leave that home,but I left a very toxic narcissist behind. I think the nature around me was the the only thing that kept me sane in an insane situation. I miss my trees.

I get so much from your videos, more than you might realize. I began journaling (my own cover and all), and find it so fulfilling. That would not have been possible without your channel. Through this video, I found myself drawing a tree - so natural, beautiful and meaningful which expresses my state of mind, body and spirit. Thanks again!

Wendy, thank you for sharing your true self, and being a role model for others to take care of themselves. I am always reminding friends to do that! No shame in caring for yourself because you must to enable you to take care of Noone else. Love thyself 💘 💜 💛 💚 🧡 💘

Your little bundle is adorable 🥰🥰🥰 what a cute, healthy beautiful!!! Tree. How perfect in the way that you handle your bad days instead of expressing it outward you go and if it's changed until you figure it out that's great!!! What would we be like without the heart, I love that thought that the heart pumps blood to itself in order to keep the rest of the body function, yes!!!💗 I would say the weeping willow is my favorite, but the maple would be next in line and then cedar and driftwood... Love your 🎶❤️😊✌️

You're both extremely relatable and inspiring, Wendy. I love so much that you've challenged yourself with your anxiety (I can relate) to go to a special place and nurture yourself and honour your tree. 💙🙏

Your tree is magnificent! YOU are magnificent! I love you. You are so authentic and todays message is one that resonates. My tree is a family of wild chickens and roosters that pass in and out of our yard every day. They take shade and water in the overgrown garden and we've gotten to enjoy several hatches of chicks grow into mature roosters and hens. They come back with their brood and the life cycle repeats. Bloom where you are planted. Wishing healthy sleep and sweet dreams to you. You share so much of yourself. I hope it comes back to you tenfold.

Dear Wendy, I loved the comments of your recent follower. She is absolutely right. You stay so true to yourself by showing also the not so positive moments of your life. And that is really inspiring. I want to start a youtube channel, too, but I hesitate so much because I have struggles, too. I din't dare to show myself because I always think: What do I have to show, to give to someone else? There are already so may people doing an excellent job. There is nothing I could add to it. However, my gut feeling tells me something else: I have so many things to share. But.... There is always this "but" in my head.

I love trees! They speak to my soul. I always find peace outdoors. Thank you for your courage to encourage us ❤️

I take the downers as a sign for me to go and do something fun. Its up to me to turn a negative to a positive. Can be so hard sometimes to pull out of a nose dive but think o something fun to do no matter how simple. If all else fails helping someone else always makes me feel good. Your art videos help a lot of people who are struggling with lockdowns. When your down you can always move up.

Dear,dear Wendy, Unfortunately I seldom get around to comment on your videos and IG feeds and so on but as I haven't been watching for a while now I must share that this tree video touched me beyond words. I hear you and have been struggling with quite similar stuff but apart from that this video found me tonight on the full moon and I found myself grounded and at a peace I haven't experienced in a long time just by watching you and your view of things. I felt a connection beyond words and an eternally grateful for your time and experiences and for you to share as you do. I haven't been doing artwork myself for months now myself but I enjoy watching you do your work so much. Thank you so much 🙏💖🤗 Maria (Denmark) xxx

I've been catching up with you after a busy month with no time for watching vlogs :) I am not watching in any order, just clicking on any videos I haven't watched yet, having a grand old time. You have kept me company whilst tidying and sorting, whilst knitting and whilst cooking this past few days! I love that you have a favourite tree, I have several special favourite trees dotted about the country! Thanks for the vlogs, they are very calming and inspiring :) Ali xx

Thank you Wendy for being open and candid. Thank you for being you. You've mentioned at times and in other videos "having a hard day as a human being", I have felt that way at times(I think more when one is older). Human beings and life can be complex and complicated and so hard. Yet I am glad for the serenity and that you are able to express yourself (in many ways) and connect to divine source and love. I wish I would have stopped earlier in my life to be intro-optic and take better care of myself(@the risk of sounding too dire.) God Bless you Wendy.

I’ve just found you. I’m glad I did and so happy that someone else loves trees as much as I do. I often feel very anxious when I hear the noise of a chain saw… I look for the tree which is about to be felled and I try and stop it from happening. It does not always work. Thanks so much for sharing your heart… it helps other hearts…..and trees. Fin x

I understand that feeling of doing the normal everyday things now being out of our comfort zone. This has been a huge psychological effect in so many people. The impact has been very severe. Just keep getting out there so it becomes normal again, this should always be normal to us and should have never been taken away! Your videos take me away from all of the anxieties that have been imposed on us over the past couple of years. However, a lot of good has come from it too? People are more aware of the simple things in life being so important and are embracing it now with real gratitude and appreciation. We will never allow this to happen to us again I believe ❤️

Love that dog and your kind approach. its nice when you speak to the camera . Its like we are having a chat. Sending good slow vibes from the Australian winter. Please talk more about self compassion/ slowness etc

Hello Wendy , I have been watching your channel from the beginning . I remember when I first discovered your channel I needed to listen to what you have to say . We were all going through the same feelings and fears . I know I was and To some extent still am. Your channel has reconnected me not only with my creative soul but my inner self to be well and positive . I enjoy our cup of coffee or tea with you and others who watch this channel . This is a wonderful community you have created with just the start of one video . Keeping my lights shining bright here in New Jersey and sending love and hugs 💕🌻. Looking forward to your next video and our next adventure . All the best ☀️

I’m so glad you went for it and had a visit with your beloved bff tree🌳💞I relate to the agoraphobia, so this was really a good dose of much needed encouragement. I find it so hard to just get up and go somewhere without talking myself out of it constantly and staying cozy and safe at home. So I’m gonna take myself out this week even if just for a walk. I really miss it. Thanks for sharing as always and for being authentic 👏✨

Jeffy is absolutely Darling! I am currently on the road for work and missing my pup at home, so to see an adorable little one lifted my spirits. I understand what it is like to want to hide away (in a way) when you have those really low days. You're not alone in this. Take the time you need, don't feel guilty at all, fill up your cup and then continue being your wonderful self. Please give your beautiful little Maple a hug for me. And if I may, I hope you will accept this digi hug from me too. I really hope your spirits lift too, you're such a kind soul and I wish nothing but Happiness and Health. Sending you so many good Vibes.