169. Treacle Mines and Scary Times on the Grand Union Canal.

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We're off in search of treacle mines and Colin's in for some scary times on the Grand Union Canal as we make our way from Daventry to Crick in time for the annual Crick Boat Show. We navigate Norton Junction where the Leicester Line of the Grand Union Canal begins, before climbing the Watford Staircase Locks, and passing through Crick Tunnel, where Colin uncovers a legend of treacle mines! The Crick Boat Show beckons and Colin's anxiety takes over...
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@MrBriggs63 3 года назад

Today my Mother of 88 years passed away after a long battle with illness, over the past couple of years she had become a great fan of yours. Watching every Vlog you have uploaded. She cried when Dillon past away and loved to watch Ottis grow up. She always asked to watch you guys Fridays at 4 pm. I would like to thank you Shaun and Colin for bringing happiness to her through your Vlogs. Good luck and hopefully one day see you on the K&A . Many Thanks Ian

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

I'm so sorry to hear that, Ian. Sending much love 💜

@philstuart725 3 года назад

I'm so sorry to hear that

@irenedavo3768 3 года назад

❣

@racywallace7085 3 года назад

Deepest condolences

@MelissaThompson432 3 года назад

Sympathy, Ian. No matter how long you have your parents, they always go too soon. 🙏❤

@robertlalor8090 3 года назад

I wish that "normal" people were as honest and authentic as you guys are. Just be, I say. You are great just as you are.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

💜

@danielhostetler9493 3 года назад

Agreed!! I'd much rather have the genuine person "warts and all" then to have someone trying to fit a mold that will only wipe the energy out and leave them emotionally fragile. You can always do what I do, really dark sunglasses, a hat and hoodie even in the rain..it turns you into an invisible person.

@johnoberholtzer792 3 года назад

Well said. I so look forward to your Friday videos. You guys are refreshingly real and very appreciated!

@lindastorey6685 3 года назад

I don't like the normal term ,thus inferring that Colin isn't normal.Replace normal with genuine (people )I think is better.

@danielhostetler9493 3 года назад

@@lindastorey6685 that's exactly why it was written in quotes. The point being that the word normal is a misleading term as normal does exist and while its a term that is quite common, it's an inaccurate term.

@fbl902 3 года назад

I thought the drone footage from the Anderton Boat lift was spectacular, but there was one shot here, taken with the drone ascending between two closing lock gates, which was truly hair raising. Good work Colin!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Cheers Frank!

@msvaleriah 3 года назад

Agreed! I thought that shot was absolutely breathtaking!

@Bee-ih5uy 3 года назад

@@FoxesAfloat That was gorgeous!

@andyb2706 3 года назад

You were shocked why so many people wanted to meet you! Why? You guys are brilliant.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Awww thanks, Andy. We're just boaters though 🙏👍❤️

@reneerobertlancaster8714 3 года назад

Excellent music selection.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you x

@caroledumbleton4448 3 года назад

We saw you at Crick but didnt speak and from what we could see you did awesome Colin, you should be very proud of yourself ❤️❤️❤️

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks 🤯

@ermyeah5613 3 года назад

I have ADHD, my "buffering" is more like a mid-video advert that you can't skip. Completely agree about what is normal. All of our normals are different 🤷🏼‍♀️

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

🤯

@richardsemmens5797 3 года назад

@@FoxesAfloat I'm ASD and ADHD - my buffering is ... well ... interesting.

@richardsemmens5797 3 года назад

@@C.Church eye contact is only one of many autism traits and shouldn't be used on its own in any assessment or diagnosis.

@richardsemmens5797 3 года назад

@@C.ChurchGrrr! Autism isnt a learning difficulty either. That's something completely separate. Many autistic people are high-level academics.

@richardsemmens5797 3 года назад

@@C.Church I'm not arguing with you! Just confirms what they said in the video about written things being easily misunderstood. I was "Grrr-ing" at the misunderstood autism traits.

@sarahclarke9731 3 года назад

End of a tough week at work, felt rubbish, then I watched this.....thankyou,.you darling, darling gentlemen, thankyou. 😁🤗🌞💖

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

You got this!

@laviniajohnson9210 3 года назад

You Guys are just nice human beings and do more for people you don't know than you realise. I have learnt so much about canals and boating from you so thanks for that but think a day boat would be my limit. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Wow, thank you!

@katherinekelly5380 3 года назад

Otis thinks everyone is there to see him! And maybe they are 😄

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

they proper were 🤣

@kensherwood4866 3 года назад

Another winning episode, to brighten a Friday. The clearest and best description of ASD I've ever heard, thanks for that! 👍😁

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks Ken

@daveerickson9524 3 года назад

Right with you Ken. I have a couple of friends who are somewhat autistic. Colin's comments deepen my understanding and will extend my patience.

@tallchap8070 3 года назад

My adult daughter has ASD, and she gets really anxious in crowds. Different operating system, that’s all.

@FS-mt5qu 3 года назад

You are both great. You have a real gift for words. To me you both seem very sane as I live in USA where crazy gets you elected to office.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Ha Ha Ha..... Did that actually happy... wait.... yes it did 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@jessiahstalbird9882 3 года назад

I would like to start by saying, Thank you, Colin & Shaun. This video was an enjoyable mixture of History, Beautiful Videography, Excellent Editing, along with a mixture of Serious and Lighthearted Banter. It was everything, you gentleman could have done, to present us, with 29 minutes of Joy and Heartwarming entertainment. Thank you again, for all that you do gentleman. See you again next Friday. Much Love and Respect Jessiah .....PS...I forgot to mention Otis. He has grown up to be one Happy and Handsome Pup.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you! x

@mattspencer7823 3 года назад

Love it or hate it you lads are celebrity legends all three of you.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, cheers Matt!

@malcolmbenson-dyke9732 3 года назад

Your explanation of how your brain works when interacting with others was brilliant! The best explanation I have ever heard. Now I understand. Thank you guys for being so entertaining. I just wish you would do more VLOGs. More like 2 or 3 a week (I know, I know - too much work!)

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, thanks! x

@msvaleriah 3 года назад

I could relate, too. My buffering happens around formulating a response. My brain is racing to think if what I'm saying is accurate and concise because I don't want to leave out anything important but still not talk for too long or somehow offend the person I'm talking to. Any sign of impatience just makes it worse. It's a challenge.

@kimnicholls2384 3 года назад

Hey guys Cool for cats was by Squeeze 👍👍 Glad you had a great time at Crick Boat Show. Also pleased you coped eventually Colin. Well done 👍 Have a lovely weekend and a nice rest Otis is definitely a Star ⭐️. Love to all x x

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you lovely!

@steveblanchard7293 3 года назад

Watford Gap Services - Used to be known as the Blue Boar

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

🏆

@tomdriver4866 3 года назад

Had a lousy day here. Came home made a cuppa and sat at my computer. Saw you had posted, so moved to the settee, put my feet up and immersed myself in your lives. It's 30 minutes later now and I'm feeling relaxed and refreshed. There's something about being real and understated that just resonates with me, in a world where so many are false and full of exaggeration. Thanks guys

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Always a pleasure, Tom 💜

@dot10k 3 года назад

Woke up this morning and thought YEAY, it’s Saturday and that means a new video from the boys on the boat (I am in Cairns, Australia).I was astonished to see that nearly 26,000 other people had beaten me to the punch and had already watched it. Thanks for a great video and I am really enjoying the historical background to the places that you are visiting. I never realised how extensive the canal system is in the UK . It looks beautiful. Thanks for all your hard work in producing these gems.

@dot10k 3 года назад

@@osmonj Hi John, I’ve seen comments from lots of places around the world. It seems that the boys have a great following. I love their natural qualities and senses of humour. They are great presenters, but the video work, editing, research and story telling are first class. I hope that all is going safely for you in Albury in these difficult times. 👍🏻😀

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Really is a pleasure 👍🏻💜

@AuntieMame361 3 года назад

Ha! My life is continuously buffering. 🤪. As always, enjoyed your vlog and always left wanting more. Keep well!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

You too! x

@HeatherReid9876 3 года назад

You explanation of how your brain works was amazing - it's something I have been trying to explain to people for many years about how mine works too. I have had something called fibromyalgia since 1986 but was only diagnosed in Jan 2000. For all those years I have been suffering something generally called 'fibro fog' - my brain can stop mid sentence and I have no idea what I am trying to say, they words just disappear. Hubby (over 50 years married lol) and I can laugh about it though it took him some time to understand properly how I am, but explaining to strangers is another story. Thank you for such fabulous entertainment, you two are brilliant

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed my explanation, Heather. xxx

@DavidMeggers 3 года назад

Watford Gap! Never thought to look up why it was called that. Never need to research anything again, just watch your videos. Brilliant 😁

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, thanks, David!

@bdh3949 3 года назад

Nothing beats having a good dog by your side.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@lornaburgess9762 3 года назад

Hello Lads and Otis, Shaun you're like a kid wi a new toy pressing the horn 📯🤣absolutely LOVE your videos keep safe 💜 Lorna

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks Lorna 💜

@richdodenhoff6846 3 года назад

"Haven't heard so many people yelling 'Otis' since the lifts broke at the Empire State Building...." Brilliant! I'm still laughing from that one. Glad that you are doing well and made it through Crick. You're an inspiration!!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@spacellama7917 3 года назад

Shaun's got the horn!!!!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

🤣

@mightaswellbe 3 года назад

Treacle Mines, LOL... American here and Treacle is a word it took me a while to figure out from context. Seems to be what we call Molasses. On another note, Treacle Mines, brings to mind Sir Terry Pratchett's book, The Fifth Elephant.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Yeah, it looks like Molasses is pretty much what we call treacle. Golden Syrup is also called treacle in some parts of the UK xx

@markbriscoe1089 3 года назад

You both put a smile on my heart!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Awesome, glad we could make you smile xxx

@katel6807 3 года назад

Loved your buffering circle explanation... Think it's an Ironman power source on your forehead x

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you, Kate x

@suee6835 3 года назад

Hi Guy's Brilliant vlog....Pleased to hear your good news. Your looking great Shaun.Take care Colin.xx

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you! You too!

@amyk9457 3 года назад

I love the way you explain how your ASD affects you. It makes it easier to understand what those with this go through. I have a nephew with Asperger's and you are helping me understand him. So glad you talk about this so more people can understand. Everyone has something they are going through--I think that is more normal than whatever normal is supposed to be. 🤗🤗

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Absolutely agree 👍🏻💜

@isobelchapman9548 3 года назад

Robert Lalor how right you are. Chaps, your vlogs are always so informative and absolutely wonderful to watch, thank you so much and God bless.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

You are very welcome

@pameladwyer2244 3 года назад

So glad Crick is behind you, and you can let that go, Colin! You did great, all three of you! I am so happy to be part of your journey, via camera. You and Shaun are loved for who you are. See you next Friday!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Cheers Pamela!

@stevebarbier5602 3 года назад

Another excellent vlog, thank you and well done Colin, the three of you are all stars........................................have a good week !!!!!!!!!!!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks 👍

@richardvoran5514 3 года назад

Brilliant as usual but better thanks to some honest talk about ASD and how it affects you. Thank you for that. I’ve no idea what “normal” should be, but as far as I can tell you two are about as normal as can be! You know I love all three of you, but Colin your smile could light the darkest tunnel. Looking forward to the next canal adventure. ❤️

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Always 💜

@carolynabramo7108 3 года назад

Great vlog. Loved the overview of Crick. 127k!!!! 130 is on the horizon!!! Glad to be following the journey. Xo

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, thanks!

@MrOVERANOUT 3 года назад

If memory serves me correctly, Watford Gap was originally known as the Blue Boar and it was referred to as the gateway to the North. I would say to the Midlands as North only starts as you approach Sheffield and in visual contact with Emley Moor TV transmitter. What I would like to know though is, how the heck did you produce that hugh splodoosh when you mentioned going for a cherry coke? That was an award winning bit of vloggery, not seen before, ever. Loved it.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Correct! 🏆

@lynndandelion 3 года назад

Very interesting! Thanks (from another Gateway to the North in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)

@chriswilson5303 3 года назад

@@FoxesAfloat Back in the late 60's, I used to visit the Blue Boar with some mates for a late night coffee and burger, after a night at a disco! Most memorable occasion was seeing Procol Harem there stopping off on their way back from a gig! They got a bit of stick from some local "Rockers" who were also there!! Great vlog as always!!

@ronb4113 3 года назад

You made my day again guys, nice video and another few boat scratching lock's 😵. A big paw to Otis.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks 👍

@persevere777 3 года назад

Always brings a smile to my face watching you guys together, the world needs people to put their differences aside and live life before its over 😛

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

👍🏻👍🏻

@mags9599 3 года назад

Love this

@18robsmith 3 года назад

That horn is even louder than Shaun's laugh ;-)

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

🤣

@thevynillibrary 3 года назад

Beautiful program. Nicely put together. Thanks for the tour.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Our pleasure!

@donaleeslack4925 3 года назад

Hi 👋 I've often wondered what type of FISH live in the canals. Most of your videos show someone 🎣 fishing. and it made me curious 🤔. Thanks again for a beautiful break from our reality 🙃

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Loads! Google it to see them.

@melliotknight 3 года назад

Thank you for touching on the subject, again, of the ASD brain. At 50 years of age, I've been discovering/coming to terms/skill building my own ASD (Aspergers) within the last few years. Your explanations are superb for showing to my partner when I have a difficult time describing how it is (and she loves your vlog as well). Plus I get to indulge in my fascination with canal boating from the states. Living the life vicariously! Take care you two!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Awesome, thank you so much 🙏👍

@jackirichards8789 3 года назад

That was brilliant as always! Has really made my day!! Love Fridays!! Hugs to the three of you!! XXX

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, thanks, Jacki!

@finbat 3 года назад

I love the Friday feeling that I am going to watch something that makes me smile every time,

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks 💜

@alienfrommarss 3 года назад

Love your videos! Watching them is like taking my first sip of morning coffee. I always look forward to Friday mornings! 🤗

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Yay! Thank you!

@tadroid3858 3 года назад

"Cool for Cats" is an album and a song by Squeeze. Difford & Tillbrook are brilliant.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

👍🏻

@thomaslgrice 3 года назад

I believe most people inn the US would know Squeeze from their song Tempted - memorable music video on that one, thanks MTV.

@tadroid3858 3 года назад

@@thomaslgrice I think it's a Paul Carrick thing. He had hits with Ace, Squeeze & Mike & the Mechanics. HAHA! I was in college and into the British punk & pop music in the 80s & 90s.

@ericleach9854 3 года назад

@@thomaslgrice Squeeze (I'm a big fan) are actually on tour in the United States at the moment.

@thomaslgrice 3 года назад

@@ericleach9854 :( not stopping in Atlanta

@annbeirne9583 3 года назад

Glad you were OK Colin and you both enjoyed the show you are such a lovely couple I look forward to your videos so much. Looking forward to next weeks advemture

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks so much

@concordep2504 3 года назад

Nice blog and well done Colin for coping so well with a stressful experience. Shaun you must be such a supportive partner for Colin to cope so well. You are both great guys who make my weekend cheerful seeing as I am stuck at home still due to illness.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Sorry to hear that!

@martinros6769 3 года назад

A grand vid of the nicest guys in boating….it alway gives me a smile on the face when I watch the you both..

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, thanks, Martin!

@Thegasman51 3 года назад

“Wind round the muff” ? “You can’t say that “ ! 😂

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

😏

@generaladmi 3 года назад

once again watching this episode was such great fun. Guys don't be jealous that Otis was the show stopper. He will need you to open the fridge for his food.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

LOL! Not jealous. He's a distraction 🤣

@chriscohlmeyer4735 3 года назад

Thank you Colin for putting a face to your issues with "adult" ASD, too often we struggle in silence trying to appear "normal" while feeling like we are on the outside looking in. Shaun you are the perfect compliment to Colin helping him to keep one foot in reality even if his mind is going down rabbit holes. Something like Crick I could manage as just an anonymous person (with some "get away time" sitting on the end of a dock), I can't really imagine how you managed with "just a few wobbles" but we sometimes surprise ourselves with what we manage to do... as long as we know that we have decompress time at the end. 😊😍❤️🏳️‍🌈

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you, Chris. It was good to wind down once the show was over xx

@garfstiglz3981 3 года назад

Love that. "Nice but not nice like us." That cracked me up....

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

😁 Well.... it's true 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@rebeccadees2300 2 года назад

You two are so blessed to have maintained your relationship for 29 years!!! I really enjoy your dynamics...so much fun to watch you boys..👍

@FoxesAfloat 2 года назад

Thank you 🙏

@laragurney5659 3 года назад

We met you at Crick, you were both absolutely lovely and Otis is gorgeous! Colin, you gave me a lovely hug when I came back to you thinking I might have said something wrong! It's brilliant that you talk about your anxiety and Aspergers so openly, we all need to do this to make people aware. Love you guys, love your vlogs! Lara XXX

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Was awesome to meet you, Lara ❤️❤️

@laragurney5659 3 года назад

@@FoxesAfloat and you!!! Xxx

@michw3755 3 года назад

Cool for Cats was Squeeze, great band, they also did Up the Junction and my favourite Labeled With Love. Great video, Shaun you're wasting away man, time for a treacle butty👍😀

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

👍🏻

@philipizzard2584 3 года назад

Been a long time since I went through crick tunnel and the locks don’t remember those too so good to see this again and yes a big shot out to the volunteers in the locks,love the new horn awesome lol 😂. How you enjoyed crick wish I could have made it but couldn’t hope you did some filming for us to see. Thanks guys lovely vlog again thanks

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

👍🏻

@naomi-allisonsloane3008 3 года назад

I was diagnosed with Aspergers age 46 ( awhile ago now). I couldn’t imagine attending anything like the Crick Show, my anxiety would paralyse me, it takes all my courage to walk into a supermarket. I, too, am good at putting on the smiley face and braving the populous but I basically lock myself in when I get home! Thank you for sharing your journeys on Silver Fox and being honest about your feelings.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you! Fight and win a battle a day 👍🏻

@CauseWiredVideo 3 года назад

Sheer joy with that horn blast! Made me smile.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

🤣💜

@davidferry548 3 года назад

I cannt believe a Roman built road is still in use centuries after being built, my council builds a road and it’s stuffed by Thursday ! Great video lads

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

🤣

@gerdymcferty4124 3 года назад

You two are stars! Did you not know? Well, you are. We all love you both so much! And thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Plus your chemistry. Otis!!! So happy that you enjoyed your outing despite some concerns. Looks like you met a couple of people while there.:) And there are many people who do not like crowds. My husband and son are like that. Me? I could walk New York crowds and be fine. And I also love quiet and live in the country. But, just so we don't forget life, we have a noisy highway too. Keeps us from isolation as well. Life is compromise I guess. Good. BTW if I had been at Crick, I would have "geeked-out" seeing the three of you!!!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Hehe, a few people did 🤣

@gunnring 3 года назад

I may be somewhere on the normal spectrum but I'm not "normal" normal. 😂 I understand what you mean with the buffering circle, happens to me all the time due to my ADHD. Diagnosed a few years ago after I retired, and that explained a lot about things in my life. If my english is not perfect it is because I'm out of practice. But it's better than your icelandic I dare say. 😊❤

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Your English is absolutely fine 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@howardcornwell9841 3 года назад

Same! adhd struggling through life here to😣

@garybills710 3 года назад

ooooh Blue Boar Services. We travelled this section back in the summer, lovely weather nice few weeks.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Correct! 🏆

@davehumphreys3559 3 года назад

Just as you were starting my phone went so i had to watch on catch up, what a great vlog. Colin thank you for being so open about your mental problems, i imagine you have helped so many in the same boat (pardon the pun) You have made my Friday so thank you both so much x

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, thanks, Dave

@JRattheranch 3 года назад

The Panama canal also has huge pounds for each lock to save water! They must have copied the flight at Norton! Interesting. Great video as usual guys!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

hehe, maybe!

@JRattheranch 3 года назад

@@FoxesAfloat The only difference is that their pounds are millions of gallons/litres, enough to float the biggest ships! 🤭

@nlzaaf 3 года назад

Yes, I’ve seen that video! :-) The way it saves about 50% of the water, is because half of the water is used twice in the lock. First the ‘top’ half of the water in the lock is drained in the side pond and the bottom half is drained into the lower part of the canal. Then when refilling the lock, the bottom half of the lock is filled from the side pond, with the water that used to be the ‘top’ half. So it’s used twice. Clever bit of engineering!

@gregbluefinstudios4658 3 года назад

Cool For Cats, Pulling Mussels, and Tempted were SQUEEZE'S hits in the US

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

👍🏻

@tuckcuttertuck6802 3 года назад

Congrats on making through Crick you two. As always the views and the conversation makes for a lovely Friday.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Our pleasure!

@lizmchale1372 3 года назад

"Normal?", I've always said that theres no such thing. Normal cannot be defined.. If people say its to be like everyone else I say but no 2 people are the same, not even twins. You own your uniqueness and your both awesome. 😉❤️😍

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, thank you! x

@grahamlane7074 3 года назад

Thanks for the Watford Lockies shout out, it was a pleasure to help you through. The boat at the bottom of the flight also caught my eye 😉

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Was great to meet you, Graham xx

@loretta6601 3 года назад

hi guys! from ONT. CANADA

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

👋🏻

@pekkahiltunen9819 3 года назад

Thanks again, mates. Always a pleasure!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you! x

@stewall101 3 года назад

Great seeing all the photos at the end. Thanks for another great video.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Our pleasure!

@harleyjohnston9366 3 года назад

One of your best, boys.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you!

@Justcazz539 3 года назад

Mum's going to be so excited when she sees this on Saturday xxx

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

She's a star! 💫

@margaretwilliamson9659 3 года назад

Lovely episode. I always feel better, more knowledgeable and light hearted with humor. Looking forward to seeing the new boat. What will sweet Otis think?😃

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Dunno. Not asked him 🤣

@biddybix9154 3 года назад

You're just as normal as me, Colin - Nothing wrong with that. I have some of the same problems as you, and I too hate crowds. But remember this, It's Us that are the "Normal" ones, it's everyone else that's weird.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

💜🤯💜

@rodweston914 3 года назад

I said it a few weeks ago, it was a pleasure to meet you three at Crick. Fridays wouldn't be the same without you. Keep going and stay as you are.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, thanks!

@katrinacooper6220 3 года назад

I absolutely love you two guys. You cheer me up everytime time I watch you both. Keep up the good work. Xxx

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you 😘

@hughjones4060 3 года назад

Blue Boar Way Services. There used to be a Blue Boar transport cafe on the A45 near Rugby and the motorway services were opened by the same people

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Correct! 🏆

@japrods1 3 года назад

So glad you made it through. Obviously loads of folk were there to support you. Plus a trip on a stretch of canal we haven’t managed to try. Thanks. C&Lx

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks so much!

@susanseller5825 3 года назад

Great the way you explain autism, so easy to understand for those that dont know. Very attention keeping and informative. Loved you two talking a bit longer at the end, and so many pics of Otis -- think you two were in them as well xxx

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

haha! Thanks, Susan

@pamelaevans6485 3 года назад

What a great vlog. Colin, you seemed to have done just fine, Shawn is looking trim and fit, but I have to admit, your Otis was the star. What a baby face he has and he was just loving the attention. Thank you, again. What a treat to watch this every Friday night after my shift at the mental health facility. Colin, I am not so sure about that so called normal anymore. We are all trying to do the best we can in this increasingly complex and crazy world. I envy your lifestyle. Enjoy!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed this one, Pamela ❤️🙏

@Handidude 3 года назад

Wonderful Video. Wish I was there. Guess I'll have to live it through your eyes... Take care.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

You too 😘

@Muppetkeeper 2 года назад

Thanks for explaining how communication is different for you, that’s very helpful.

@FoxesAfloat 2 года назад

My pleasure x

@daveerickson9524 3 года назад

Colin's comments on autism very well expressed and much appreciated by me. thank you

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

💜

@TatAlbring 3 года назад

Was so great to see you both really made my father in laws day!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Our pleasure!

@diannedogwalker1268 3 года назад

Thank you Foxes,loved the music at Bridge Number 3 especially. Proper dancing around the kitchen! Super photos of Crick at the end too. You make a great start to the weekend💃💃🌞🌞❤️❤️

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

You're very welcome

@francesball188 3 года назад

You two are so funny, you cheer me up. I’m living alone since losing hubby 2019 and being arthritic it’s been really lonely. Your pod casts cheer me up. Wish they did retirement housing right by canal, I could sit their waving at passers by.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it, Frances xxxx

@bjbrown 3 года назад

Loving the drone video! You two are fantastic and I have a great big giggle when you are explaining things. I prefer letters to phone because I find it difficult to talk with people. I completely understand not functioning well around lots of people.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@dominicduncan5451 3 года назад

Thanks as always for a wonderful vlog. I'm always left with a smile on my face having watched your vlog. Keep up the wonderful work you do. Always very much appreciated! Dominic. xxx

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks so much, Dominic!

@matty40s 3 года назад

Blue Boar Services, the original Blue Boar Cafe was on the A5 where the transport company now operates from

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Yep, you';re right 👍👍👍👍❤️

@gloriarutman8516 3 года назад

Great music...along with everthing else you do so well.👏👏👏

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks so much, Gloria!

@ms.cynthia5055 3 года назад

Yes, Squeeze did "Cool for Cats." Loved them!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

👍🏻

@simonbeever4341 3 года назад

I can relate to your honest chats so much, 1st time I've ever commented, found you guys a few months ago and have watched every single blog, keep up the good work guys, proud to be a crewmate

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thanks so much, Simon! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@JCF072344 3 года назад

You guys are my Friday afternoon treat. Very therapeutic.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Thank you! x

@deborahryan8452 3 года назад

I wish my son Michael could meet the two of you. He’s hit a rough patch recently and I feel that he could really benefit from your ability to meet and survive situations. Otis has earned himself a few extra treats.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

I hope he stays strong, Deborah 💜

@FRanceSource 3 года назад

Thanks for being such 'nice' normal guys. Just love you both...and OTISsssssss.

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Aww, cheers Peggy! x

@carolewarner101 3 года назад

I watch you two together and am reminded of my husband and me. We've been together over 30 years now. Isn't it SO wonderful to have someone to share your life with who knows and understands you thru and thru (& you them)...and yet still completely adores and supports you?! Over the years, having seen many seemingly wonderful relationships fail, I don't take it for granted for one minute. Soooo grateful for my dear Z. It's a true treasure, and you two seem to have found it too. Happy for you!

@FoxesAfloat 3 года назад

Yes it is wonderful xxxxx

@irenedavo3768 3 года назад

Lucky !