I recently got my very first brand new luxury car that I've wanted since I was a little girl. I got to decide all the details and its like a haven when i get in to go to work and home again. It may be material, but every time I hop in, I marvel at what a fortunate life I now have and how far I have come. I always say you aren't spoilt if you truly appreciate all you receive.
There’s nothing wrong with enjoying and desiring material things. It’s one of life’s joys and we shouldn’t apologise. Some people love cooking, clothes, holidays etc and it’s all fine. Well done you that’s amazing!!! 🎉💪🏼👏👏💕
Thank you Lydia for highlighting how people can write off women and girls based on their background, and how girls and women have the power to change the narrative, and how support can make that transistion easier. ❤
The more you talk about your neighbors and the local pubs, as well as the more you edit and design your home to the exact manner you want it....the harder it will be to leave!! I love the home you've curated for yourself, the lifestyle you live and the authenticity you exude. Thank you for sharing your life with us!
You absolutely inspire me Lydia. You buy and enjoy what makes your heart sing, it’s your money, you can’t take it with you so you live life how YOU want to!
Congratulations on your new car. I have a question about your cdc belt. It is not adjustable so how to you manage to get it around different situations? Thank you in advance
@@kathleendavis5593 Hi Kathleen, the CDC along with the Hermés Kelly are adjustable, they have an adjustable back, it’s a little difficult to explain but is visibly explained on the Hermés website, just thought I’d answer Incas eLydia didn’t see you message. Hope this helps💖💖xx
@@NotJessH pretty sure Lydia will have a financial plan in place to cover her retirement. Look at her assets alone with the house and car, she’s definitely had financial advice for investment and savings. The biggest gift anyone can give to themselves in life is balance. Don’t get too caught up in suffering today for tomorrow when tomorrow isn’t promised. Sure, be responsible, but know that you’re only here once and a life with regret is a sad one indeed.
@@NotJessH Lydia is a very smart lady so I'm sure she's made plenty of investments to bring her in income in the future. She didn't become this wealthy by not investing her money wisely. But she also treats herself to nice things that bring her joy and so we should because that's what makes life fun. Also saving money is a waste of time because inflation just eats away the value of it. Money needs to be invested in assets that bring in passive income and increase in value to match inflation. That's how wealthy people use money. They invest it and makes it work for them. That's the major difference between poor and rich. Having said all that you need to be earning enough to be able to do that but it can be done if one has the will to do it
Came from a single mom home, dad died when I was about 2. My immigrant mother raised her two children on her own. She took in her parents and cared for them until their death. Seeing how hard my mom worked, gave me the experience that I cannot waste my life away saying woe is me. She gave us the best upbringing and I never grew up feeling I lacked although I am sure in some areas I did. I have always bought used vehicles cash with the exception of my last two vehicles. Having single moms who bust their butts gives their offspring a drive like no other. 🥰 oh and been written off too, but hey, here I am standing strong by the grace of God.
I started watching your videos again recently, I put them on in the background while I do my nails or Journal before bed and they give me so much comfort and help a lot with my anxiety. It’s like a small movie before bed that helps calm me down. They’re just videos about your life but they help me a lot. Thank you
Hearing of your love of Beatrix Potter, you need a weekend in the lakes (where she brought the land) and a trip into Hawkshead to see her home ‘Hill Top’. I visited when I was 14 and still have very fond memories- especially memories of soaking up the atmosphere from the very place she wrote some of her books ❤️
Lydia, it's so touching for me when you talk about women and what pandemic did to us. I still struggle with some mental health issues and panic attacks, and trying to fix myself while doing my 40h work days, also trying to behave as usual with my colleagues at work. I feel that nobody is taking about what lockdown did to us and how we now trying to cope with all the consequences of it (at least in Holland). I still trying to be normal again, but honestly it feels that life will never be the same again..and maybe it's a good thing, just right now being very social and being out for a long time in a crowded places literally makes me sick 😔 Also congratulations on your new car. You deserve it for 10000%. I genially so happy for you ❤️
I am so proud of you. I also suffer from mental illness to the extent I cant work. I am on disability in the States. We all suffered through the Pandemic it wasn't fun. I will be praying for you.
Sending you all my love Anna! Go easy on yourself I’ve learned that I need some usually social times like weekends, to actually be quiet and sit and read books or colour in and it’s hugely helped me. Don’t push yourself to be sociable when it’s too much x
imagine the impact it had on children ? or on families who couldnt be with their loved ones as they died & were then buried alone ? I say this in support of your feelings, its what I do when struggling with this. Many children were severely abused with no school to turn to. BUT it also showed us HOW to be alone & the benefits of being alone ie dont force yourself to socialise, alone time is imperative for us in this hectic world. Kia Kaha which translates to all the best in Maori, from New Zealand 🙏🏽❤️
I’m proud for you Lydia. You never have to preface your videos for me but I am a bit of a geek decking out my car with the essentials just as this, first my little Toyota and then my little Honda. It’s a great feeling to know you are prepared and you have all you’ll ever need on the road. I love your new car, and all that you’ve chosen for it. I hope it serves you well ☺️ Thank you for sharing with us 😊 Ali is so sweet for beating you to the car restock 😁 but that’s Mr.Millen-Gordon for yah 😊 beautiful color by the way. Love it 🥰 Congratulations 🎉🍾 ❤😊
I noticed the tulips your neighbour got you was looking a little wilt! TIP…cut the bottom of the tulips at a 45 degree angle and place a couple of old 1p or 2p coins in water as the high copper content will help them appear less wilt and stand nice and tall! I believe the coins dated pre 1985 have the highest copper content to help them the best🥰
Lydia, I love how happy and proud you are about you new and stunning LAND ROVER, seeing you get excited about the finer details you have chosen, but without sounding like your showing off, I’m so pleased you get to have such wonderful material things, and it’s such a joy to see, you work damn hard and you deserve to have a car your so proud of, it’s a beauty and lovely that you are so organised too ❤
I felt so down from overwork and burnout, so I said to myself watch Lydia and relax, only for you to speak on women and cheering each other on. I truly needed this, I needed to break away from the strong, I’ve got it mentality and accept that we also need a break and time to appreciate life, family, and all the goodies we work so hard for. Congratulations on your new truck I love it, the colour inside and out is simply gorgeous. Thanks again Lydia, I’m going to rest and enjoy every moment of it.
Every time you put on perfume I remind my self that I’m not using quite enough. Lol ❤ Congrats on the new car. You are inspiring many more people than you know.
Its great to watch aspirational people, nothing better than to watch the first video they ever made and watch them develop, hardwork and time and an open heart and mind leads to great things.
It may not be convenient having your umbrella and Wellies in the back if you are in the front and it starts raining, flooding etc. Also, in the summer you may want to keep your lipgloss and face spray in the fridge section up front since cosmetics deteriorate in the heat. Plus the face spray will feel so nice and cool when needed! Enjoy your new car, love it!
It warms my heart to know you are surrounded by lovely neighbors! The little care package you received when you were under the weather was incredibly thoughtful and lovely... and possibly inspired from all the times you’ve passed on beautiful lilies to brighten their days! What goes around, comes around! 💗💗💗 Congratulations on you finally receiving your custom car after such a long wait! How incredibly exciting! Brava for being proud of all you’ve accomplished! Well done and well deserved! I’m so glad you feel better so you can get in there and set it up as you desire. In the meantime Ali was so sweet getting your car all decked out properly with the comforts and possible necessities you may need. I know you are aware but perhaps set a reminder alarm on your calendar to switch out the pain relievers after extreme seasonal temperatures, especially summer heat that intensifies in a vehicle. Most medicine has the appropriate temperature storage noted on the box/label. I don’t know if they become less effective or the molecular structure actually changes to become harmful! I’m not a pharmacist or scientist. 🤷🏻♀️😳☠️ Beauty items may also fall in the storage temperature category. Check everything. Can you imagine spritzing yourself liberally with a fragrance that has gone off! 😬🤦🏻♀️🤢😩 Better safe than sorry! 🥰 Congratulations again on all the wonderful you have created in your life! 😁
Thank you lydia for brightening my day, today was a particular day in my life, my best friend Oscar, my dachshund, died. I see yours and I can't help but smile through tears. Thanks for sharing, thanks for entertaining me when I needed it. Kisses from a small and distant country. Get well soon! PS: congratulations for your new car! It's beautiful, enjoy it!
I was just reading through the comments (because I love Lydia's videos and all the comments) and saw yours about your pup and wanted to say im so sorry and even though I dont know you send you a virtual hug. I know how much it hurts to lose a fur baby x hugs🤗
Lydia! I am so glad you shared your car tour with us. If anything it’s inspiring & motivating. I’m so glad you are doing what you feel. That’s what I love about your videos. You are sharing things you love & I LOVE it!!!! 🤍
You should get field monitor cameras to monitor what's happening in your greenhouse. You might be able to catch what animals are getting in and how they're getting in. They're cameras that hunters place outdoors to monitor game, so it's not a complicated or expensive security system.
Your message for us at the end made me smile!! I've been watching your content for years and I'm genuinely so proud of you Lydia! You deserve it, and you really do inspire us to focus on what we love and pursue it with grace!
Hi Lydia! I think your new car is beautiful. Glad you are feeling a bit better. I can relate, as I have been home recovering from surgery and am unable to do much of anything, which drives me crazy. So, today's video was so much fun and relaxing to watch, almost made me feel like I was with you on the dog walk and planting sweet pea seeds. Being blessed with lovely neighbors is a precious gift, one which my husband and I greatly appreciate. Take care and thank you for sharing your lives with us!
No need to ever apologize for hard work, knowing and earning your worth and rewarding yourself with the best possible life you can dream of daily! Inspiration is everywhere! Bravo, Darling and Well Done!
@@lydiamillen It’s wonderful to see your success and happiness! By the way, I have almost this exact RR on my 2023 vision board, this gorgeous green is my super power color and I am thrilled to bits to see another very positive *sign* of what’s to come! ~ xo! 😉
I was & still am obsessed with Beatrix Potter. I’m a fine artist now & she’s my biggest inspiration. I can see her inspiration in your channel now. No wonder I adore your channel so so much💕🐰🪴
So glad to hear that you love Beatrix Potter!! My mom used to read all her stories to me when I was a little child. And I’m still a fan! 🥰. I’m 23 now and my friends think I’m crazy for loving Beatrix potter stories and watching Peter rabbit 😂. So I was very happy to hear that you love her stories too! (Excuse my English, I’m from the Netherlands🙈)
Don't apologize for the lovlies. It's lovely to see you so grateful and happy. Every video doesn't need to be sick ppl, broke ppl, sad situations. Anyone who points a finger clearly doesn't understand living a life of gratitude (Abraham Hicks). Have LV, Chanel or anything else you like. Share your blessings as you see fit 💙🌎☘️
Planting the sweet pea seeds within 24 hrs after soaking would have prevented the mold. Also, watch that after potting them that you don't let them sit in water otherwise roots will rot. If there are any deer in your area, they are gonna go after the tulips eventually. Usually at night. You can make your own spray to discourage nightime foraging from deer, chipmunks, squirrels, etc.
Thanks for your honesty, Lydia, I do have do say sometimes you are a bit preachy, but thanks okay too, but can I ask you what happened to your friendship with Josie and Charlie? you all seemed such good friends?
Omg Lyds! 🥲 Miss Potter is one of my favorite movies! I could watch it weekly and never be bored. Renée is amazing and Chris Noonan who directed the movie did an amazing job where he made all her characters from the books very much alive and present throughout the storyline. So glad you run into it! Xo ❤️
Lydia, you should be proud of yourself, you work hard and you have treated yourself to a nice car, good for you. As for the nibbled plants in the greenhouse, please check under the plant pots for slugs, they tend to hid away. X
Love this vlog, love you loving what you’ve achieved!!! Australia is terrible for tall poppy syndrome. I love supporting my friends that have gotten to milestones, achieved success etc!!! Oh my goodness, celebrate, because you know what, the person tearing you down will be the first person to expect your support when they get to their goals. Let’s celebrate what we’ve worked for, we’re all at a different chapter in our Iives! Well done Lydia! The car is stunning… also, wet wipes, when your a parent, they never ever leave your sides 😂
I was also obsessed with Miss Potter and Anne with an E. I’m 58. There are books and films that stir the magic and girlish delight within us at any age. I love that!
Love the Beatrix movie. She remarried the gentleman at the Lake District. A solicitor or real estate atty. I saw the British ballet company at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC and they were performing the works of Beatrix Potter. It was fabulous! 💖🪿🐰
I absolutely love rejoicing with you and your accomplishments! You are inspiring! It proves what hard work and dedication can result in. You deserve all this and can still have more. No limits to happiness!! ❤
You will never be truly happy until you recognise your creator and true purpose in life. Do you honestly think life is for pursuing materialistic things and chasing fleeting pleasures?
Congratulations on your new car,utterly gorgeous.My pride and joy is my boy Nunki. He is a bay show cob,looking after him is a full time thing,but I get a lot of satisfaction from him looking his best.He is extremely handsome and many people comment on him when he is out and about.
Oh Lydia I do hope your feeling much better. You warmed my heart when you said you watched miss potter , actually I got a lump in my throat and choked up, yes every time I watch that movie the tears come down 😢it was my Dads favourite movie he loved the song “ when you taught me how to Dance” when they play it I think of him and get extremely teary 😢. It’s such a magical movie thank you for sharing your thoughts. Your car is a chefs kiss 💋 it’s beautiful everything about it. Loved the blog ❤as always please look after yourself Xx
Well done for the car, and ULM (U Lydia Millen) 💫. No one is going to blow your trumpet for you, we all need to cheerlead the girls. Celebrate the wins, showcase the success. Desire, perspire and inspire (aka blood sweat and tears).
As soon as you mentioned it, I immediately watched Miss Potter. I had the most wonderful afternoon where I was so immersed in the movie everything around me stood still. Thank you for the recommendation.!
Lydia everything about your style, your dressing room etc. This is incredible...you have an amazing mind. Not sure why you get such flack. Damn people should be inspired.. I just want to go clean up my small 2 bedroom apartment etc.. I do desire a house of course.. but what I'm learning from watching you is t be in gratitude and value what I already do have. I am a single mom. And it's just so difficult to get everything I want etc.... it takes great imagination to upkeep what u got ....
Hi Lydia , I’ve been obsessed with Beatrix Potter this past year and have been reading the sweetest cozy mystery series based loosely on her life. They are called “The Cottage Tales of Beatrix Potter” by Susan Wittig Albert. I just know you will adore them. Very whimsical stories and the animals can talk amongst themselves not to the humans of course but it’s been a lot of fun to read. Enjoy and yes Anne with an E is a wonderful series it’s tragic they didn’t continue. Take care, fingers crossed on the Royal White Snapdragon!
I would say the overwhelming majority of teenage women are "lost". And you are right. Many of them stay lost for a very long time. And some of them never find themselves.
So proud of your accomplishment and appreciate your gratitude for where your hard work has led you. I enjoy your love for the classic styles and traditional heritages.
I really wish Lydia that we had nice neighbours but I can honestly say ours are awful if they are outside I stay in it is really getting me down this has gone on for 5years and just getting worse ifeel so down and sad every day because of them Thank you for telling us about your neighbours.
Hello Lydia!!! Congrats on your book, I’ve ordered it, and I also have ordered the same car. I can’t wait for all the adventures I’ll be taking my Range Rover on. Next project is building my dream estate. Thank you!!!
I love Miss Potter. Watched it many times. I also loved Beatrix Potter books as a child. You should visit her house in the Lake District. It’s so magical. You’ll recognise things from her illustrations. 😊
@@NN-zk4uzhen please do some research about corporations first... I'm not participating in guilt games. Also, how come you have the internet and pc or phone? 😂 do you know how batteries are made?
Congratulations on your new car. It's lovely!! I know how it feels to be able to buy a new car. That exciting feeling that you know you have worked hard for. You appreciate it, and it shows how humble you truly are. 💞 love your content. May you go from strength to strength. X
I highly reccomend you have this car protected with a 3rd party tracker and immobiliser. These vehicles are the No.2 stolen in the uk. The Landrover tracker system also switches off when the car is reported stolen, to let the police find the vehicle. Which is not helpful. I am a private vehicle concierge and I can have this organised and installed for you. Feel free to get in touch.
So sorry you were not felling well Lydia. And I think you are so right taking all the time to get back on your feet! Glad you are feeling better! Enjoy your beautiful green new car!🥰💖
You said your new car seems bigger...I can tell from the video that it is higher/taller than the other one. Also, neat that you color coordinated your car with how you often dress/your favorite colors (green & brown). I did the same thing with my car (blue). Fun to see all of the cubby holes & technology in your car.
💜 just say I’m so happy for u and inspired by you as a fellow women working towards goals and achieving them the car is stunning I love the details u put in making it special for everyone enjoying the car just makes my heart happy thank u for sharing with us and congrats 🍾
If you love the HC tailoring - check out Smythe - I feel like you’d adore it! (Especially their Rifle blazers). They were made famous by Kate - hence the “Duchess” blazer - but their tailoring overall is impeccable.
Congrats on your new vehicle- it’s beautiful- I love the color- enjoy your success & as women we do not need to apologize but celebrate our success & lift other women up - in less serious note love that you share your walks with your fur babies- that’s my highlight of yours & Ali videos that makes me smile & sometimes laugh - too cute
Hi Lydia, I’ve been growing sweet peas for many years and I never sprout them, sometimes I soak them for 24hours and then plant them, if sprouted the delicate shoots will get damaged in the planting, mice also love any type of pea seed 😮
I loved the film Miss Potter and the series Anne with an E. How lovely of your neighbour giving you some get well flowers. Being in the garden and out in the fresh air is always good for your emotional health.
Lydia such a worthwhile charity x Women promoting, supporting and encouraging women xx You really are a true ambassador xxx Hope you are feeling better xx Love the new car well worth the wait. Have a restful evening and another hot toddy xxxxx
Congrats on the new ride!!! Love it! Keep an eye on those wet wipes, the containers sometimes dry them out quicker than keeping them in the original packet! Happy driving ❤️
You’ve probably heard of the books before, but if you love the tailor of Gloucester then you’ll loveee the Brambly Hedge books! ☺️🐭 since having my daughter I’ve loved Beatrix potter and it led me to find these books! All about mice that live in a tree 💗
I dont understand why women are hated on when they show off their success or luxruious items!!!! first of all, its inspiring and makes other women want to work harder to achieve better quality life. secondly, just because others dont have it doesnt mean you should not have them either. maybe people should stop with their envy and jelousy and let you enjoy your blessings and wish you happiness with it.
I have enjoyed this post so much!! Gorgeous car, beautiful family, dream home. You are an inspiration to find our joy and roll with it. Uplifting each other is the way❤
Love your videos and getting ideas from you for everything you talk with us about. My husband treated me to the Holland Cooper fleece gilet I love it x look forward to your videos each week xx
Oh my gosh, Miss Potter! I bought it on dvd when it first came out 😂 it’s amazing!!! The Dawn French one upset me so much too haha. You need to go and see her house in the Lake District.
Lovely vlog! Thank you for sharing the beautiful car you bought. We should never be ashamed to share our successes in life. So, enjoy them as much as you can!!! Love from Italy 🇮🇹🥰
Your hair is looking gorgeous in this vlog Lydia! Especially when you were doing your car tour/organising at the end. Akin and his sweets. Ultimate favourite Grandad behaviour 😊⭐⭐
Hi Lydia, I love how excited you are about your new car, it looks Amazeballs! I love the colour it looks very elegant and stunning. I'm glad you are feeling better. Your hubby Ali is very sweet to load it up with essentials for you. Your new outfit pieces look fab! Loved the Family fur babies walk too.
You would love the Anne of Green Gables movie series (I’m sure you may of already watched it) but if you haven’t, it’s the original version of Anne with an E. I used to have it on disk, it might be on some streaming platforms..
When your glands are swollen… your lymph needs to be detoxed. Use less scents, candles, lotions, etc. Do a lymph massage, eat lots of greens- basically, detox:).
Hi Lydia I have to say you are such a big inspiration to me! Since watching you I have grown so much confidence in myself so thank you for what you do! And well done with the new Range Rover! Absolute car goals 😍🙌 also with your sweet peas it could potentially be mice that have eaten them I’m currently growing some too & I read that mice love sweet peas! Lots of love & I hope you are feeling better now ❤️ xx
