There is nothing cuter than seeing ducks swim and sticking their butts up in the air when diving. I also love the way you prepare the ducklings bath with wildflowers. You will be an amazing mom one day Carrie. I have been following you since your apartment days and your personal growth, warts and all has been inspiring and I'm glad you feel fulfilled. Alex is a wonderful man and your both very lucky to have found each other. As a mother of daughter's around your age I can't help but think about your own mom knowing that it probably gives her such comfort knowing your well cared for by a loving partner. As far as the garden trellis, I think white will bring everything together nicely.
When you start noticing the little coincidences like the duckling oddity, you know you are living in Flow with the universe. I realise this sounds totally bananas, but there you have it 💚
Found your channel a few months ago and decided to go back and watch all your New Zealand videos. This is how far I’ve gotten so far. I was watching this as I was getting ready for work and my husband said “what are you watching? It’s so calm and peaceful.” And I think it’s so true about your channel. You have a peaceful presence, even when there is chaos. You’re doing something beautiful here. So glad you’re getting to experience your dreams ❤️
I think if you're going to repaint the fence white, you should paint the arch white as well. I think it will look more purposeful and cohesive. Either way, it's magical and enchanting :)
I got teary-eyed watching Waddles in her little pool and thinking about how you two just went and made this life happen for yourselves. And then you started reflecting on just that! It is beautiful how life unfolds so unexpectedly and wonderful to reflect on that - being emotional is a strength. It is a joy to watch your new life in NZ, thank you for sharing with us! ❤️
Hi Carrie, I stumbled upon your channel by pure coincidence, decided to watch your video not expecting much and I immediately knew I had to subscribe. You and your hubby have taken that giant step to break away from city madness and are living your dream. Well...you are living my dream too...what a stunning piece of land you have and your adopted lamb and duckie are too precious!
That sweet little duckling sure did hit the jackpot waddling into your garage 🥰 my heart is butter seeing her swim and dive into her flower filled bath…. Omg maybe I should do that for self when spring hits here in north Idaho, so lovely ☺️
I can’t express the peace and happiness that yours and Alex’s videos bring me 🤍 It’s an absolute joy to watch how you both grow and evolve while navigating life on the homestead. You both seems so happy and fulfilled in a sense, and seeing both of you so happy makes me happy for you. Thank you for sharing and documenting your journey, and can’t wait to see more of your adventures 🥰🤍 (P.S. the clip with Duckie taking a bath was just a perfect moment, literally so adorable 😩🥰)
Carrie, I never comment on videos, but this one, oh, you are such a lovely soul and the emotional part of the video is my favorite part! Love hearing what goes through your head and your reflections on life. I love that you are so present and noticing the signs from the universe, and I think that personally could benefit from doing the same - staying present and just reflecting on what’s happening to me and around me. I feel like not many people are brave enough to do it because they are scared of what might come up, what changes they might need to make in order to get align with their personal values and dreams. I admire your courage, not only to do it, but to also share your journey. You are very inspirational and I wish you and Alex and your growing fam all the best. Much love from Wellington !
Please tell me you're in talks with Mitre 10 to become an offish sponsor? The alignment is off the charts, what a great partnership that could be!! Also, what I've realised from yours and Alex's vlogs is that when I move to NZ the last thing I should do is rush out and get a pet. They'll just find their way to me and I'l have a few friends before I know it (especially in spring!). Thanks, Carrie, great vlog ^.^
I got emotional before you even did 😭💜 the way your story has unfolded is absolutely inspiring and beautiful. I am moving in 2 weeks (only to a new city not country! Haha) but I watch your videos and dream of how my life will unfold. I'm living through your experience of moving countries, moving to the countryside and getting closer to nature. I love every one of your vlogs, thank you for sharing and being vulnerable!
Rewatching and so loving this and Alex’s last video, too. So heartwarming to see. Relishing in your JOY with all of these new life endeavors. Woolson is hilarious. What a prancer.
Loved hearing your reflections! People often look at RU-vid and think everything is so beautiful and easy and you brought realism to the struggles that got you to the life that you really really wanted. It was so tender to see you put the little duckling in the water with the flowers... what a beautiful moment! Thank you Carrie!
Love the slow-mo of the little duckling swimming- so precious! She got So lucky to have found u guys! I also realized Wilson follows Lanka around! 🥺 sooo cute! Cant wait to see ur family keep growing with so many different animals 💕 Also I feel like not so long ago u guys were in managed isolation and sooo much has happened since then - crazy how life works but glad u guys have found your dream home
Beautiful weekly update. It's nice to see you two taking time for yourselves. You've done such alot of hard work in the short time you've owned that house and all of that at the end of a long difficult move to NZ. Just loved your talk session. It's very pleasing to hear the level of perspective which both you and Alex speak from. And the duckling arrival, you manifested her🦆. As the sign of the harvester, Virgos are powerful manifesters when they atune to themselves, with nature, just as you have. This whole life you have going here, you both have manifested yourselves. You are both so in tune with the nature around you, which is the beautiful tune that attracts back to you, who and what you are, and so far all I've seen from you both, is good intentioned, wholesome, loving, caring people. 💚🐕🐑🦆👫
Duckie is the cutest little precious thing eveeeeer! ❤️ And I thought it doesn't get cuter after Woolson, lol! It's amazing how your life lined up and what has come your way. It really helps me believe it's possible to have your dreams come true! ❤️ About the archway - I'd actually paint it white so it matches the fence and it's more contrasting with the plants that grow around it. I mean, I guess it won't stay this beautiful naturally wood-ish color, it will get grey pretty soon. White might look nicer for longer, though of course it will be run down by the weather as well. Anyway, just a thought, haha!
As someone who also got married and took a leap of faith to move across the world, I feel incredibly emotional/hopeful/relieved watching this video. While I know that my own personal chapter is not yet over (we have one more big move to complete before we can settle down into our own future homestead), I feel hopeful that I will too find the inner peace that you seem to radiate. Watching your journey has brought me so much joy, and I wish you nothing but love and light. xo.
My dreams have just aligned with what I envisioned for life too! We bought a house in my low key goal city of Waco, TX that we really love. I quit my insanely toxic academic job to go be a rocket engineer and are starting to think long term finally. Before, it was grad school, then a string of temporary jobs. But I figured out my values and how my hubby and I could align our joint values with what we did and we’ve made it to such a good place. I feel you!!
17 minutes and 52 seconds into this video and I'm so glad that you call the duckling....DUCKIE!!! That was the name that I picked on your husband's video but he was asking for people to come up with names❤🦆
Thanks Carrie for another beautiful vlog, like others have said I really appreciate seeing you guys coming into Spring as in the Northern Hemisphere we are deep into autumn (in fact rain lashing against the window as we speak ha). Not only that, the journey that you guys are on is so aspirational - thank you for continuing to be so expansive for me xx ps I would vote white for the arch but either would look great x
Your property is one of the loveliest I’ve seen and the house is adorable. You two are making it into a beautiful home for yourselves and the little lives you are saving as well. 🙌❤️
Can you film a new husband tag maybe? Since you fulfilled your dream already, it would be nice to hear you talk about new dreams and stuff you would wish to happen in the future.. You inspire me to go after my dreams and hopefully one day I’ll be able to feel the fulfilment you showed us in this video.. it looks like a great feeling.
Omg! Woolson’s little tail just a going when you were feeding him was the cutest! And I loved watching Duckie swim in her wildflower bath. Love coming along on this new journey with you guys. The videos have been great!
Wow! I almost need a few minutes to absorb your amazing reflections on your shift... and on life. Beautifully put Carrie and so well explained. I hope you both truly understand just how proud we are that you made NZ your choice. You're family of 5 is charming the hell out of this old bloke for sure.💕
I really like the wooden arch the way it is :) white might look dirty at some point, but also, I really just love things looking natural :) but you do you!
Love all your videos! I have one quirk that is the CC is not available on all of them. I'm a bit hard of hearing and it helps tremendously. Even without I can muddle through and enjoy so thank you for sharing you lives with all of us.
Another fantastic video! Since I struggle with seasonal depression, I always finish your videos with a refreshed and positive outlook on life. It's so nice that we're in opposite seasons so I feel like it's perpetually summer 😊 Also, if you haven't already, you should name the duckling Delphine 💛
I just want to say that I have always loved your videos, but I truly love what they have turned into. Your life seems meaningful, beautiful and yet simplistic. It brings a peaceful quality to the rest of us in the world and it makes me want be a better advocate for animals and plants and just earth in general. Thank you for the beautiful, slow-living updates. They’re my favorite!
You know what is buzzy is watching Americans. What’s buzzier is watching Americans say New Zealand names and places like mitre 10. It’s strange to hear but I’m totally here for it. I enjoy watching you set up your life here. Nailing it!
The highlight of my week is watching your videos so inspiring.. I always loved ur channel but has evolved to something magical .. the remedy to my anxiety
Carrie, your vlogs have so much therapeutic value, and you are reaching so many... Sending love to you and all your loved ones from British Columbia, Canada
Awesome video Carrie enjoy it .all the animals are growing lovely , things are getting done slowly .yes the cute duck having a bath nice and love your archway till next time thanku
This video, as well as your pars homestead videos are just so relaxing and inspiring ! It’s like the opposite of a stressful tv show, you’ll know you’ll feel so calm after seeing it! I’m in awe of what you’re doing and the place you’re living in, it seems like a dream and thank you for sharing a bit of it with us :)
My goodness Carrie I love how you care for your animals and you are going to be an amazing mum. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and it so wonderful to watch how you and Alex really care about each other and your strength and courage to move to a different country is inspiring and I always look forward to seeing the next video. Love and blessings to you both and your beautiful furry kids..❤️💕❤️💕
Just like you, the lifestyle you now live is exactly what I’ve dreamed about for so long but just haven’t found the courage and support to make happen (yet...). Even though we don’t know each other I’m so happy for you (almost as much as if it was me...). I’m now living my dream through you and your videos. Thanks for bringing it to life and for being such a genuinely warm and positive person 😊 So pleased I found your channel (must be sign...) 🙌
Thats so amazing if she is super clingy especially when you need to get work done (of course you are your own a homestead duh) if you have a hoodie I know this sounds crazy turn it around so the hood part is in the front and you can place your clingy duckling in comfortably while you carry out your chores ps love the content edit for the archway it would look good if you stain it to protect it from the weather but strip the fence and stain it the same colour aswell sorry I know that means more work but it could work out well aesthetically
I love you and watching your vids. I love Alexz too Haha It's good to reflect ;) it makes you feel so special and appreciate where you are at after all the things you've done :*
Not often enough do we sit and reflect and be present in our lives, I love watching your videos as they remind me to do so. Can't wait to see what animals wanders onto the homestead next week 😍
Just loving your reflection video today, you make us want to just stop and take in your own life. We’re so in awe of you both and get excited when we see your vids. Love the duckling Woolson and Lanka. I’ve watched you both for only the last year and just enjoy watching your wonderful relationship. Can I ask, have you ever had an argument?? I real one lololol as for the pagoda, white and the fence too 🤗
