MY LIFE IN HOUSES: A look inside all of my former homes 

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Hi Nicholas! I completely agree about trying different things. I'm a 56 year old wife/mother/grandmother and I STILL don't know what I want to be when I grow up 😂🤷‍♀ I've been a medical biller, nurse, stay home wife, and an author. My biggest dream was to dance ballet. Unfortunately, my parents never had the money to pay for lessons, so my passion is only in my dreams. My advice to younger people is this: try everything, imagine everything, don't be afraid to fail because failure is only closing a window to open another door. Life is an ADVENTURE. Every path you take should be one that is appreciated, good OR bad.

Charming and relaxing. When I watch you, I feel like getting in my jammies, brewing some tea and settling into a big chair to watch you! You are an old soul.

Thank you Nicolas. It is refreshing to hear someone on social media talking about having to save up for things they would like- Much more relatable. Appreciate your honesty. Best wishes.

Never boring. Decorating is like having a garden. You are always changing things and that is the fun of it. Love your videos.

Never boring, Nicolas, but always enjoyable. Your calming energy and wonderful insight are gifts to all who tune in.

Good morning Nicolas… interesting to hear you share your life journey with us. I am 85 and been on my own for 27 years( not a happy time before that either ! ) i learnt to appreciate and love my solitude and the peace and calm that comes with living alone. Its not always greener the other side of the fence !. Enjoy this time of your life… love from Sth Australia x

34??? 😮😮 i legit thought you were 24!!! If you haven't already i would love a video on your skincare regime. You look beyond fantastic and I wish you all the best!

It’s funny as we grow and evolve and get a little older we realize we have everything we need inside us. All the creative power. It’s all inside us if only we just tap into it. And believe in ourselves. 😎

I truly believe that homes, apartments, whatever living space you're in, speaks to you. I cannot decorate my living space until I live in it for a while. There is no specific time. The home we're in now took me a month before I knew where things were going to go because I got to know the house, live in it, listen to all its sounds. etc. My husband kept asking me when I was going to decorate and when I told him I was waiting for the house to speak to me and then I would know. Of course he didn't understand this at all. But when she ( I name all my homes) did speak to me knew exactly what to do and where things should be.

That Scotland home was gorgeous. I would miss it, as well. Sweet Sophie has been on so many adventures with you.

Nicolas, thank you for sharing your life through the homes that you lived in. I really enjoyed this episode. What a wonderful way to get to know you better and to see how your personal styles and talents evolved with each living experience. You are always so open and engaging with your audience. That is why we keep coming back for more. All the best from New York City, Robert.

Nicolas, I absolutely enjoyed listening to your life living in different houses and how you tried your hand at how you decorated them. You truly are gifted when it comes to decorating and having such an appreciation for things you turn into beauty.

🇬🇧 re: David Emanual In 1971 I went to Cardiff Art College, doing dress design and pattern cutting, sitting on the table next to me was David Emanual, who designed Princess Diana's wedding dress. Our Tutor was Miss June Tiley .

You’re morphing Nicolas, in to a new style, taste and chapter. Looking forward to journeying with you on here. 😊

This has been the very best Sunday with you. I feel so happy you have shared your life, your interests and how you have grown. I have learned so much and your experiences have given me reason to rethink my present life. Many thanks NF. ❤

Nicolas - I was captivated as you spoke about your journey of the places you lived- you lived in some beautiful places & how you have grown to learn to be comfortable with yourself- I love the insight you gave to those that are young & don’t know what they want to do in life - thank you for such a beautiful vlog

A home is not a home until you are completely comfortable with it and are accepted by it. I can see Nicolas that this is so. As we surround ourselves with the experiences that have helped us evolve, new journeys await, and for you Nicolas, that is truly so. ❤

Not boring at all. The opposite- very interesting to hear about your life story. You are an excellent story teller and designer. IMHO. USA.

That’s very generous of you to share such personal details about your life. Thank you, it was a very interesting video

Nicholas you have filled your life with interesting people and travels and obtained insights into your own creativity and skills that College would have never provided. I think you gave excellent and encouraging advice on young people starting out and contemplating educational institutions vs alternatives. Cheers to you and to your future pursuits.

This was not boring at all it was fun to see your different places and how you decorated them and how it reflected what you had learned and how you felt at the time. Honestly wanted to hear more and didn't even realize it was a longer video. ❤😂

Nicolas loved your story. Thank you for taking us through your very personal journey. I could picture all of your homes. When you were speaking your face was so nostalgic. You are a kind sensitive person. You should be proud of where you have been in such a short time, and I’m excited for you for your life ahead. I really enjoy your channel and your honesty is refreshing. Take care

Thank you for sharing more about your life! I've lived in four different houses in the same state my whole life! I don't get around much! I did move out on my own pretty young and bought my first house at 22! I loved my independence but I still live five minutes away from my parents! 😂

There are lessons here beyond decorating that are so important. Being on your own after being in a relationship is very hard. I know you are in a relationship now, but you have built a good foundation for yourself. Thank you.

This was a most enjoyable journey with you Nic, reminiscing and sharing some of your most personal experiences. You do it so marvelously with great aplomb. 👍 what a treat! I could have gone on listening and drifting in and out of euphoria. In all a wknderful treat. Thank you 😂 from Denmark 🇩🇰.

Lovely homes you have lived beautiful scenes and your experience with those homes . Nice to see Sophie in the grass or chair . Nice to see the table setting. Lovely lambs and chair. Nicolas thank you for showing me Nice to see you are doing well God bless you today and family. By the way your mom and dad look amazing.

Wow! This was a fantastic video Nicolas and so informative about how your life into interior design began. Such honesty and truly a pleasure to watch. Thank you!!

I lived with my husband for 4 years but he was never there, he was always on the road so I was alone, we got divoraced, I was alone for a year, then with my BF of 7 years and after that 25 years alone again . I love living alone I am sooo used to it and I actually even get upset if I hear the neighbors, I love peace and quiet❤ I am happy you are finally happy and staying, that is a sweet place you got there. Where is the little bumble bee on the print?❤

Bless your heart, it is called growing up. At 72 now, after two experiences with marriage I have finally learned to enjoy my time and my own company. I also moved a great deal both in childhood and adulthood. You have excellent taste, btw. Thank you for sharing so much of your journey Nicholas. It could NEVER be boring Dear. 😊

It’s so marvelous to learn about your past homes, creative experiences, and seeing the beautiful rooms that you shared with us. The very best is is listening to you as you sit in your chair and talk so eloquently to us. The very best of RU-vid.

Nicolas you have stayed in some lovely places.

This was so insightful and interesting to hear about your history of homes as well as your lifestyle. I especially enjoyed hearing about your personal growth as you transitioned from place to place. We all have such experiences and I thank you for being transparent and confident in telling about your very own experiences. I truly admire you! Love from the U.S.!

You are so lovely and forgiving about everybody in your life. Your honesty is so refreshing Nicholas. Thank you.❤️❤️❤️

What a special delight sharing your past homes. What a journey!

Thank you for sharing such an personal story Nicholas it was really interesting to listen to❤

Oh that gorgeous home with the Christmas tree and woods and plaids... that to me is a real English vibe. Love everything about that. Very RL. Sophie on that plaid draped ottoman just screams home!!!! Makes me wonder where did all those beautiful furnishings and art end up. Its so important to bloom where you are planted. Right now it's here in this apartment , with all the lovely perks. Its good to sometimes just be content. Everyone wants more, bigger, better. Just breathe, and love this special little sanctuary that you have created for you and Sophie.

I'm always amazed at how life comes together for everyone and for all good,if we are looking for it. We just get somehow guided. Never give up. Always choose forward for that is how life moves.😂❤🎉

the beauty in 36:32 photo brought me tears, thank you so much for expanding beauty in the world

This was an inspired vlog, Nicolas. Thank you so much for sharing.🌟

This was so much fun. Love hearing about your life before we met. I am glad you are staying, your home is so beautiful and displays your talent so well. Seeing Sophie in the pictures was an extra treat. Our furry friends always make a house a home, don't they. I read the average person moves every 7 years. I lived 35 years in one place, so I guess I am not average. Then we moved to Costa Rica where I have already moved 3 times in 13 years. lol Thank you so much for letting us peek into your life. Listening to you is such a pleasant time. Kisses, Sophie Love.

This was one of your best videos. Thank you for opening up and being real. Learning to live on your own and becoming your own person is super important. In the future you will be stronger and able to contribute so much more to a future relationship. So proud of you!!!!

Yay. You do you I’m here for the process.

I’ve enjoyed all of your videos but this is by far the best one. I love watching as you make decisions on your interiors and to be frank it is far more interesting to see you take time and budget for your new purchases. I look forward to many many more

Hi Nickolas.Thank you for sharing all your past homes.

One of my favorite videos! Thank you for sharing your journey.

Once again, riveting!

Appreciated the openness. Love your intentionality to life. I have a modern, minimal style and find your videos calming, uplifting and inspiring.

Absolutely LOVED this! xx

I am very grateful that you took time to share about the places that you lived in and how those experiences developed the person You are today. Thank You.

Thanks again for another interesting video. I loved seeing where you have lived and your decorating.

Nicolas, I really enjoyed hearing about all the places you have lived and how you decorated them. I remember Laura Ashley well. I had a bedroom papered in the same blue and white pattern as yours and the coordinating blue and white checkered comforter. Also, I had a chair recovered in the checked fabric. I really loved it. ❤

Thank you for sharing this was a great video. You have a beautiful home

I enjoyed this very much, thank you. I wish more RU-vidrs would realize that it’s perfectly OK for a RU-vidr to pull up a chair sit down and just talk with their viewers. Without all the silly b-roll, etc. You sprinkled some photographs in here, which was a nice addition to the video. But I personally enjoy videos where the person just sits down and talks. Wonderful video, thank you! Debra.

Thank you for sharing with us. It was beautiful. ❤

Thank you so much for sharing your life journey and beautiful homes a long the way!

Another delightful video. I enjoyed seeing and hearing about your lovely, previous homes. You are truly a gem!

This was quite an enjoyable vlog. I loved listening to you reminiscing about your earlier life and the homes you’ve shared with your previous partners and how the subsequent moves and redecorating has shaped your design preferences. On the subject of learning to live on your own after being with family or in a relationship for most of your life I understand the process for I have gone through it as well. Wishing you continued success. Take care. 👍🙏

Thank you so much for sharing.

Great video. Thanks for sharing! ❤

Thank you for sharing your story. Very interesting.

Thank you for sharing with us. You are a beautiful person and I love your channel. Look forward seeing your next.

I loved this episode so much! Thank you for sharing !

Great, learn about you and how far you have come. Blessings.❤

Very interesting and what a great life you've had and so young! You have been really blessed!

Never ever boring. Lovey interesting. Life is a process. Very beautiful. Thank you Nicolas.

What a lovely video getting to learn more about you. Glad you are staying there to enjoy the fruits of your decorating labors a bit longer.

Thanks for sharing your journey.

What a wonderful view of your life thru the various places you have lived and how your own style evolved. I am happy you are at peace with your home now and have chosen to stay. I look forward to seeing what you do with your place.

Hi 👋 Nicholas. I got your newsletter today and adored the story of you and your sister on Mother’s Day 😊. Thank you for sharing this with us ❤

Being with wealthy men has it's advantages!!

How interesting! This is the best of your post.

Thank you for sharing your life with us. I really enjoyed it.

Thank you, this episode was so informative and interesting. I absolutely love you style sense and watching your process.

I love the way you described looking at a house and listening to and respecting its past. Lovely video

Thank you for sharing the stories of your beautiful homes. It was like sitting down and catching up with an old friend.

What a delightful video. Thank you for sharing your life with us. It was so enjoyable to see how you have grown and evolved your style over the years. What a blessing to have lived in such gorgeous homes!

Thank you for sharing your lovely journey 😊

We love what you do!!!... Keep sharing!!!..❤❤❤

Such a lovely intimate journey you’ve taken us Nicolas❣️Thank you❣️💕

I’ve loved every minute of this video, thank you Nicolas.

Thank you for sharing this wonderful episode.

Excellent video, thank you for sharing your life in houses. I enjoyed every word and am now pondering my own life in houses.

Excellent video Nicholas. There's nothing like a simple honest chat. Very interesting and many points we can all relate to. Really well done!

One of my favorites! Thanks for sharing about your moves through the years. You have evolved, Nicholas and your personal sharing only makes you more relatable and authentic, so bravo and thank you❤ for

What an amazing, wise, and deep monologue. Thank you, Nicholas!

Really enjoyed listening to your journey… love seeing your decorating especially now as I age and have difficulty doing so on my own so vicariously love seeing what you’re up to.

I want to say thank you, very inspiring, love hearing about your journey. You are amazing and never a dull moment

Such a special and wonderful video. Love to just relax and watch your channel. You are truly amazing thank you for sharing your life with us Nicolas.❤❤

One of your best videos Nicolas.

It's a lovely story. Thank you for sharing.

Thank you very much to share your story! You are such a charming, sensible and interesting young man!

I have really enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing!

Very enjoyable and I loved learning your history in all your gorgeous homes. You have been so blessed to live in such exquisite areas and houses. Your ending musical piece is soooo beautiful, I have listened to it several times. Blessings.

Thank you so much for sharing this with us !

(Laura Ashley still exists online. Check out their clearance sales) I think the reason many old homes are ruined is that the people don’t care for the past, in which case do not buy an old home. In my humble 1928 home I’m always trying to put things back to as original as I can. Your house history is unique! I love your current place! It’s the right size, I love your outdoor space, the walk ability of the town, it’s wonderful.

Thanks for opening up and sharing more about yourself. I always enjoy your videos and liked this one a lot.

Wow I’m so proud of you! You have came so far! 😢keep up your faith! ❤️🙏

This is the most relaxed and real you’ve been. Loved your life in houses story ❤

This was a lovely story about your life in relation to your homes. I'm so glad you took the time to share all of this with us. It is a wonderful complement to your decorating skills. Tyvm❤