I'm not allowed to go home 

Deli lovely... I hope you are feeling better this week. Growing organic food is pretty fun and therapeutic for anxiety. Saves lots of money too in the long run, IF you invest in growing your own. You can grow chillies in the house in pots. Use a food dryer and store them. Potatoes: use one giant pot or a raised bed to get a pretty decent crop of potatoes. Salad leaves and spinach, is very easy to grow once you get going. Herbs and spicey leaves: can be grown in any type of container really. Look up... Permaculture, No Dig, Sustainable gardening and Apartment gardening books, vlogs and youtube channels. It is do-able and pretty easy once settled, to grow really fantastic small crops that taste fantastic. Either on your balcony, and in a make-shift home growing system indoors. I highly reccomend starting gardening for mental health, especially during these times. It's really healing for the mind, and soothes anxiety. Trust me I've suffered with depression/anxiety for most of my life, also PTSD for 1-2 years. It helps immeasurably. 🌻🍃🌼 hope you and the fam are coping. Huge hugs and stay safe.

Deli and James, I can't imagine how stressful and heartbreaking it is to be in limbo like that. I give you all the props for being strong and being able to jump back from something like that. ❤️

Just because people have it worse than you does not make your feelings any less valid or important, it is sad to prepare everything to leave, organize your life for a situation and then have it all fall apart..it's not easy accepting that. Glad you are feeling better, at least you got the house clean so that's a plus!

Also also James casually screaming "Hi" is giving me life 🤣🤣

Really feel for you Deli. 😭 I’m not anti-lockdown but there needs to be more compassion brought into these decisions because they’re having a huge impact on the mental health of so many people. It’s disgraceful they strung you along and then couldn’t even call you to explain why your exemption was rejected. It all feels so needlessly cruel. Hopefully things turn around soon. Sending love ❤️

When this pandemic is over, I highly recommend growing a bay bush. You can keep it small in your kitchen and use fresh bay leaves whenever you want, plus it smells amazing and pruning it is therapeutic. Sorry you didn't get to go home, maybe soon! At least you have James.

I started storing my fresh herbs in the freezer :D they don't need even need to be defrosted before use which is great!

Awwww... Deli, my heart goes out to you guys! It is horrible what is currently going on in your neck of the woods. Much love!💕

I’m so so sorry you weren’t able to go home. It’s hard to let in people who are being safe without worrying about people who might not be. My heart goes out to you and your family. Also being the crazy mom with a chill family is very relatable - that will be me too someday lol

Hey.. I feel so bad for you.. I live in the NT but from QLD originally ☀️.. I had no idea this was happening to people trying to get out of NSW.. horrible …

I live in the US and I guess I forget that other parts of the world have such strict restrictions about Covid. I hope you are able to go home soon.

I feel you Deli, I have been living with my partner in Sydney now for 3 years and in the last time I was home with my family in Vic was in January. I finally find work again and can afford to see my family again and am now not allowed... again. It's rough.

Its crazy how different it is bc here in Europe there is pretty much no restrictions anymore

I'm so sad about what's happening there especially. And everywhere else too. It's very unfortunate.

Aw, Deli, my heart goes out to you. I'm so sorry your trip home has been delayed.

I am so sorry sweetheart, my daughter has been trying to get home to UK from Canada since August last year when her Dad died, she is still trying. Sending you all my love 💓💘 from 🇬🇧

you should probably get an esky and some ice packs so you can take the food from the fridge with you, if theres anything that cant be taken across the border cook it first

Sorry to hear you couldn't go home. This lockdown in Sydney has been so tough and it still all up in the air of what is happening. Hopefully you can return home soon. I know I am hoping to be able to move soon and have my family back together since we have been spilt for a couple of months now.

Deli: My suitcase does have a pumpkin in it. Me: Um... That's a squash. 😆

So much love to you guys. I hope you guys will get home soon’

This sucks! I am so angry that they let you hang in limbo for so long without knowing. Hugs to all of you. Hopefully you will get good news soon.

I hope you get through this sooner rather than later! I hope you all get to go home

So sorry to hear Deli! Hope you and James are able to move soon xx

Aw, sorry you guys couldn’t go home. That really sucks. We haven’t seen our parents, siblings & step kids in over 2 years so I absolutely know how you feel, Stay positive (while being negative 😉) and just think - at least you and James are together.

I’m so sorry you’re going through a difficult time. I hope you’re able to go home soon. 💜💜💜

Kinda going through the same issue as well! Hope things turn out alright for you guys!

I'm so sad this is happening to you guys. I really hope its get better there soon and you can go home! 💕

Honestly, sometimes a good vent is all you need to release the built up anxiety and stress, and you're surely entitled to that after the news you got, but I'm glad to see you were in a much better mood at the end there. Praying your government will soon get a handle on things over there. Hugs.

i'm confused, i read the travel restrictions and it sounds like if you're a resident you should be allowed into your home state? i'm really confused tbh, can someone point me to info that outlines this restriction? everything i've found says otherwise.

I hope you get another opportunity soon. Crossing my fingers and toes for you guys, and I know I'm not the only one here doing so

That’s why extreme lock downs aren’t good. Or even really effective. I hope u can get home soon

Make it and eat it on your trip

Hey, at least you have a government that cares whether you live or die. Those of us in the U.S. are on our own.

Bowser is such a floofmallow. Snug him, he'll make life a little bit better. I'm so sorry you're going through this but on the upside, your country is handling this pandemic a hell of a lot better than the US. So take pride in that.

Hey Deli, I've been watching the news on Australia and I'm soooo very sorry you guys can't go home. That must be the most frustrating thing in the world. I'm sending good vibes, hopes and wishes your way 🙏. Here's hoping you guys can go home soon 🤞. Love you guys ❤

“I’m the type of person to expect the worst” girl same. Anxiety is no joke.

Sorry to hear you couldn’t go home, Deli. Waking up everyday to see news of what’s happening in NSW is so disheartening. I really hope you, James, and Bowser get through this sooner rather than later. ❤️

When you do hopefully get to go home, you should see if there are any shelters in the area that will take to food you have to leave behind - they will all have policy’s in place for donations at the moment

Seeing Deli cry breaks my damn heart. I just want to give her a hug!

Honestly you guys are such a beautiful couple,and give off a good vibe , sending lots of love! 💕

I can't believe how disorganised our government is, but I really admire how optimistic you stayed the whole time you and James were being mucked around. Seriously though, this makes my blood boil. Please take care of yourself, and James too, from a fellow Aussie stuck in lockdown :)

Hey girl trust me I know how it feels it happened to me last lockdown I hope ur taking care of yourself and doing nice little things I’m 13 and I look up to u so much I hope u have a better day tomorrow 💗

Oh Deli, i know how you feel. I've been stuck in a foreign country since this all started and haven't been able to visit my family despite issues at home. Let's stay positive❤️❤️ we'll be able to go to our homes soon!

Get yourselves a nice cooler for camping, and a couple of the reusable ice packs. That way you can pack up the perishables and food to take with you.

Bowser sleeping is just no thoughts, all vibes.

This video really made me feel so bad for you guys living in NSW and Victoria. I'm in WA and we haven't had to go through what you guys are although we still can't really leave our state. Your video has brought the whole reality of your situation there. I so hope it gets better soon but it's also truly horrible how we are locked up like this. They should at least have the common courtsey to give you guys some advice on what to do, but it's all so beauracratic and inhumane. I have a lot of family in both states and I just can't get to see them and my nephew, who lives in Sydney, will end up missing both of his brothers weddings. Hang in there fellow Australian.

“Why is no one like me” is SUCH a mood haha. I have an anxiety disorder and I literally cannot relax until I get everything done that I need to.

I was seeing all the comment of James’ “HI!” Before it happened and still was not prepared. Made me chuckle. Hope you guys are doing okay and can go back to your home soon✨

When James came on screen saying "HEY!" in your ear I nearly shat myself LOL! 😂 I was so invested into what you were saying, I could literally feel the anxiety building within me and felt sick for you and everything you both were going through Deli... then that happened and my heart leapt into my throat!!! 🤣 Talk about a jump scare!!! 😂 Awww! Deli, my heart broke seeing you so down lovely 💔 I'm just so upset for you and James and really worried for you and what is going to happen regarding the move you had planned for this month, and of course, how hard it must be for you to be away from your loved ones, friends and home 😢 I'm so terribly sorry that they didn't even have the decency to call you and only gave you such a generic email with no way of getting in contact to figure out why. It would be nice to at least know the reason. Knowing me, I'd be hounding them 😅 What makes it harder is the fact they gave you hope! You talked to them and answered so many questions, they had you do tests and get forms, etc. I'm just so upset for you 😔 I think what makes me most angry is that our PM was given an exemption and able to cross the NSW border for Father's Day while SO many families just like yourself are displaced or separated from being with their loved ones. It's just not right. I don't think that just because someone has more political standing, power or money that they should being given higher priority. Even like when that Katie Hopkins lady was somehow able to enter Australian Borders for BB! Thank goodness that was rectified. Though I can say I wouldn't expect much else from a PM who went away on holiday during a time when our country was burning and literally in late 2019/early 2020 🤦‍♀️ At the end of the day though, It's so beautiful to see that you and James there right by your side, as well as Bowser 💗 You can tell you both bring a smile to each other's face and even though I'm sure there are times of frustration that come along with being with someone nearly 24/7, you can really see the love, the support and the laughter you bring into each other's lives and I'm just so glad to know you have one another during such a trying time... PLUS US!!! We are here for you always Deli 💗💗💗

How lucky that the government loves everyone and wants to protect us! Politicians are super trustworthy, it’s good we let them make important choices for us 🙄

You don't look bad you look gorgeous as always, nothing wrong with being organised I plan my holidays and pack months in advance 😂.

You're allowed to have these feelings! Don't feel discouraged! You are more than allowed! Like you said, everyone's struggling one way another. Can't wait until we can (hopefully) get back to normal! Much love!!

Virtual hugs, Deli and James. This is such a difficult situation and I’m so sorry. Edit: This is a political situation, unfortunately. You’re allowed to have opinions on that, Deli. More hugs.

8:33 I swear, James scared the hell out of me 😭

I absolutely love that you and James are in it to win it! I've shipped you guys together for so long. It's calming to see the fam getting through together. Thankfully you guys are sharing this difficult moment. I'm really invested in James' vibe right now. His upbeat banter and style is exactly what you need right now. Happy Birthday Bowser! Praying for numbers to go down, seeing more people smile...and reunite with love ones who haven't seen each other for awhile. Sending love and hugs from Tennessee, USA.

We’ve had the most stressful time trying to get our puppy across the border, she’s literally half an hour away from us and yet we can’t pick her up. I haven’t been able to see my two disabled siblings for months! I’m so sorry your exemption fell through.

I remember when I saw you and James do a video together for the first time, and I just knew one day you'd end up together. There's just something about the chemistry between you two!

James' "have a nap" is the kinda energy I love! Sorry you guys are still not allowed home but at least you have each other

Sorry you can't go but why do you need to go home? If you guys have a place to live rn and you can both work from home can't you wait until things are more settled and the rules are more relaxed?

Sending hugs to you and James from a random simmer in the Philippines. I haven't gone back to my hometown for 5 months and I'm low-key feeling your stress. I hope everything gets better soon!

I’m Australian but live in Scotland. I’d love to see my family back home but after so many UK deaths there’s no way I’m going on a plane and I can’t expect anyone else. It sucks.. I haven’t seen my mum in over 2 years. Being away from your home base sucks.

Wow, I cant even imagine this type of system for Romania. Our country has around 40 countys but I dont think anyone would accept this type of lockdown here... Stay strong, this too will pass! ❣️🙏🏻

Hi Deli, as a fellow Melbourne resident, don’t know when you filmed this but just keep trying depending on where you are in NSW Victoria are starting the process to get people back home. At the moment it’s the border people to do a trial of the home quarantine. Hopefully it won’t be to long after that. Keep your chin up. Big hugs to the both of you.

Yeah that treatment from the government is not ok, they should at least have better communication if they have to have rules this strict. But something that bothers me - I don't understand the food waste. Why would you throw it out before you actually know you're going? Does it take you hours to walk a bag out to the bin or something? Also why throw everything out in the first place, you could've put a lot of it in the freezer, and pantry stuff should keep a long time anyways... Even if it takes months to come back you could just go through everything at that point to check if it's still good or not, no need to throw it out now just in case 🤦‍♀️

I’m from Texas and I wish they would take it that seriously here. I know 3 people who have died.

Oh I'm so sorry but glad you looked happier by the end, you will get home. Normal is coming slowly 🐌My favourite part was "our dog Bowser" ❤❤❤

My heart breaks hearing this :( Sending you lots of love and support Deli and fam!

I teared up for you when you were upset. I am so sorry for you guys but I am happy that you James and Bowser are together at the least.

Organic food is also a lot higher in the US. And from research I’ve done, it really doesn’t even mean anything. Something being organic has almost no difference for other food.

Sending you guys all the good vibes! Hope everything works out soon. 💖

Also, Deli, don't feel weird for packing the food. I DO THE SAME EXACT THING

You are soooooo optimistic. I would be stressed and upset through this whole process, and not nearly as positive about it.

Wait but it’s your home state. Like it’s a state in your country. Plus it’s your house meaning your property. How can anyone bar you from that?

Wow thats some extreme lockdown rules whats the point of getting vaccinated if your still made to be stuck in quarantine and theres no way your not aloud to take your dog out for the bathroom thats overly restricting. Not to mention the fact that you cant travel freely in your own country especially going back to your home part. I’m really sorry for your situation Deli this must be so stressful I hope things get better.

Hey Deli ❤ (and James) sending you all the love in this time. That must be the most difficult thing to go through. Just remember that even tho the end might not be in sight, there will be an end to it. Please don't stop sharing your experiences because it is eye opening to someone living in the US.

This breaks my heart ❤️ you’ve got James and bowser!Thinking of you and hoping you get home soon ❤️❤️ stay safe

All the love to you Deli ❤ I can't imagin what you're going through since I live in Sweden where we havn't hade any lockdowns nor traveling fordbidden within the country. Loads of resteictions yes, but we've benen pretty free compared to you and many others. I really hope you'll be allowed back home soon ❤ And a cyber birthday hug from me to Bowser!

I had no idea the Covid rules were so strict in Australia, what a nightmare. My country barely has any restrictions and they're completely opening everything on September 29th.

Lol baking during lock down is just so peaceful and stress relieving I swear

Wow being from the US I could not imagine not being able to go from state to state in terms of seeing family or heading back to your home. Lots of care and love ❤️

That’s so wild that they can tell you you’re not allowed to go to the home you pay for or be on the grass that’s on your property

This happened to us during lockdown as well. When Korea originally went into lockdown my husband and i were visiting his grandpa in the country to make sure he were ok and we were not allowed to go home for 4 months and our trip was only suppose to be for 2 days. So imagine how our apartment smelled with all the food that had gone off. We're both surgeons and they still would not let us leave because we're in specialty fields they did not deem to be essential. Every single day they would tell us to wait for confirmation to return home. That feeling of getting your hopes up constantly only to be told no is one I'm all too familiar with. I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy so having one of my favorite youtubers going through what we did is truly upsetting! I really hope you get to return home soon!!

I’m so sorry. That’s ridiculous and horrible to hear. So sorry to hear about how Australia is handling Covid, it’s upsetting and angering. Praying for you!

Can you cut up all your organics and freeze them?

I love how your vlog is very fun and real. Always excited for new one! But I feel sorry for you that you can't go home. I hope you will able to go home soon 💛💛

Why is this happening and why do I feel like so many Australians are just going with it ?! It breaks my heart this is not ok

Force to you I can't really imagine what you are going through right now I'm in France, and there is almost no restriction anymore (You need to have a pass to enter some building and wear a mask when indoor) Following what's happening from afar via the media and all that Stay positive, and keep a good routine, that's the best thing to do right now

The Australian government has to care about its people way more it’s ridiculous watching it from afar. After doing almost 7 months straight of lockdowns in Ireland, they did nothing. Sending love from Canada/Ireland

I feel that. Keep calm and drink whiskey 😁 When my husband are too relaxed while I am anxious and running around cleaning in 10 places at once. Add the kids picking up on my anxiety and going in crazy mode. Sometimes it's hard to hold it in. Most of the time I break when they have gone to bed 😅 I hope you get to go home soon! 💕

You have no idea how lucky you are to live in a country that cares about public health. Here in America the policy is "Feel free to die, FREEDOM!". You don't know it but you are so so lucky.

I feel you. My partner is in NSW and I am in Melbourne and we can’t see each other. We seen each other in April but since then nothing because of everything happening. We have missed so much 😭

Your government is so restrictive. If you don't have Covid I think you should be able to return home. Thanks for sharing with us.

I’m sorry to hear about this Deli. I know it is hard, but you are so strong. ❤️ I hope you can return home soon and see your family. Sending you, James and Bowser so much love. 💜

Why did you want to go home though? Wouldn't you be worried that Bowser would be stuck at your mom's if the lockdown continued? Is it just homesickness?

i live in a victoria border town so nsw is literally just a bridge away and we can’t go there and they can’t go here. i haven’t seen my family since march

You can’t even walk your dog ???? Wtf is going on there. That’s just ridiculous.

I am so sorry :( that must be so awful! It makes me feel rather I have completely taken for granted that I am home during the whole thing and that I am not in a situation like you three :( I really hope you all get to go home soon! Stay strong! ❤❤

Why can’t u go home? Those quarantine rules are a little OTT. Can’t take your dog out, or your bins.. like wow

Awwww Deli

Deli you have a vlog channel, so I was just wondering why you don’t post ur vlogs there? Just curious