THANKS FOR STICKING AROUND | THE MICHALAKS

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Hey folks,
Nice to see you came back.
This week I tried kite surfing, hung out with some friends, talked a bit about why I feel like our channel might be dying, Hannah did some yoga, Grayson asked some questions, Rufus fell ill, Mum went home - loads of stuff happened, its all in the video up these words, you should watch it.
Sorry the video didn't end too upbeat, It's late on Saturday now and I've been battling this edit all week while helping Hannah with a very ill 8 month old.... In short, I'm rather destroyed. x
Much love gang,
Stef.
p.s In case you're wondering, I changed the title of this video because I felt it was a bit mellow-dramatic.
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Links etc
Our firend Ane's podcast: datingcoach.uk/podcast/
My spec saves glasses on my Wantfeed: beta.wantfeed.com/user/steffth...
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MUSIC FEATURED:
I try my best to use relatively unknown artists so I'd really appreciate it if you could listen, follow, subscribe or even maybe even go and watch perform any of the incredibly talented artists I've used.
All the link to all the songs I've used this week are listed below :)
Etherwood - Bear's Breeches (feat. Anile)
/ etherwood-bears-breech...
Blair - Planetary (feat. argonaut&wasp)
/ planetary-feat-argonau...
Castlebeat - Town:
/ castlebeat-town
River Whyless - Darkness in mind
/ darkness-in-mind
MELLOW ORANGE - Freddie Joachim - Childhood Memories
/ freddie-joachim-childhood
Meditation Station - nDelectatio - Come Back
/ delectatio-come-back
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WAYS TO CONTACT US:
EMAIL: hannah@gleamfutures.com
PO BOX:
The Michalaks
Gleam Futures
6th Floor
60 Charlotte Street
London W1T 2NU
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WAYS TO FOLLOW HANNAH:
WANTFEED: beta.wantfeed.com/user/hannahm...
BLOG: www.hannahmaggs.co.uk
MAKEUP & PRINT WEBSITE: www.maggslondon.co.uk
TWITTER: / hannahmaggs22
INSTAGRAM: / magsy24
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WAYS TO FOLLOW STEF.
WANTFEED: beta.wantfeed.com/user/steffth...
TWITTER: / stefmichalak
INSTAGRAM: / stardak
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19 май 2018

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@mitapatur 6 лет назад

I rarely watch your videos now.. I like silky montages, but thats not why I used to watch. I miss seeing your everyday life, seeing Greyson reaching milestones, seeing Rufus learn and laugh. Seeing you as parents reach milestones, cheer and cry over the difficulties and joys of being a parent. I truly just miss seeing your life as it is. All the silky's and overlay talking makes me skip ahead og leave the video, I just want to see 2 parents and 2 kids live their everyday life as it is, joys and struggles. Im not saying what you do isn't great, because its amazing but for me it fits more on the cinema screen then in a vlog.

@ThePolls 6 лет назад

I feel like this aswell i started watching as i could relate as a parent but now its like watching a short film. I loved the basics but what stef does is amazing x

@staceymichelle6190 6 лет назад

I used to be a regular viewer and watch your videos every Sunday as soon as they were uploaded but now I go weeks without watching and if I do, I find myself just clicking through them. I’ve been watching since when Grayson was a newborn and the reason I used to love watching your videos as they were beautifully filmed but still had the hint of realism that a vlog needs. I found you guys inspiring and loved watching Hannah trawl to the Post Office every week after packing a ton of make up bags. For me, those days were the best days on your channel. I know you say that as a creator you have to keep pushing yourselves to do better but I also think you should remember what made you successful today. Some people don’t like change and tuning into a favourite programme on a Sunday is a bit like putting your comfy pjs on. For some reason, I just don’t enjoy these videos as much as I used to. I don’t enjoy Stefan’s monologues (sorry not trying to be rude) and I feel that they took over the channel for quite a substantial period of time. I miss the old videos where I felt you guys were more relatable and honest, now it just feels like these videos are treated as more like art than a realistic vlog and for me that’s what puts me off. I think the artistic touch put into the older vlogs was a good balance between achieving realism and invoking emotion. Not trying to be harsh, just sharing an insight as to why I no longer watch the majority of your vlogs. I miss those days but respect that you obviously wanted to try something different, it’s just that your different is no longer what I’m looking for when I’m chilling on a Sunday morning. I do however, still enjoy Hannah’s raw vlogs.

@kimberlyfaircloth2234 6 лет назад

Sally Townsend Thank you for putting into words how I feel. Life is a challenge for us all, but listening to Stef go on "complaining/lecturing). I just don't need this in my life. Get a job where you can use all yoyr technical skills but in a vlog it just seems misplaced.

@c.okwaro2256 6 лет назад

I feel the same way. The monologues can get a tad bit annoying. I do enjoy the creativity too that goes into the videos though but not at the expense of losing some authenticity. Sometimes it comes off as if you’re trying too hard.

@steph2137 6 лет назад

I couldn't have said it better myself.Thank you for putting how I felt in words.This video has just popped up on my feed I unsubscribed months and months ago when they changed how they were filming.I used to watch every monday (I am in Australia) before work never missed them then they changed.I understand being a creator and wanting to explore new ideas and techniques.Thats why I just left and never said anything.Because you should do what makes you happy.I just miss the old vlogs.and hope you understand we are not trying to be mean just letting you know why we left..I still enjoy hannah's raw vlogs as well.

@lauradascola9403 6 лет назад

Agreed!

@fordyface 6 лет назад

I agree. I have to say I'll watch Hannahs vlogs on her channel because they seem a lot more natural and raw instead of this channel now. I don't know why but I also feel like when Hannah and Steff would film themselves chatting it never felt natural, like they're reading off a script.

@harrietday5948 6 лет назад

Better to have fewer viewers who are invested in what you do and truly appreciate your videos than have benign viewers who are greater in number but couldn't give a rats arse about your message. I love the new direction. Onwards and upwards!

@Nicolacurran1 6 лет назад

Not financially Harriet and they have two kids to clothe and feed now.

@stephieb9 6 лет назад

I used to watch them religiously but Hannah's moaning and mostly Stefan's change in style to huge, cringy monologues (like in the opening minute of this vid) turned me right off.

@staceymichelle6190 6 лет назад

I think they had a message in London. Now their “message” feels a bit fake and try hard. As loyal viewers, we were invested in what they created but that investment didn’t hold strong for them when they started changing content even though lots of comments pleaded with them to keep it real like they used to.

@morgandriver7074 6 лет назад

Nicola M that's not strictly true, advertisers don't just look at numbers, they look at how receptive an audience is to an influencer and how well they relate to them

@TatianaLhska 6 лет назад

It’s actually hard to explain why I watch you guys. I guess a good example of that would be my mum. She doesn’t speak a word of English, and yet, every Sunday I find her glued to the TV watching your videos. She has no idea what you’re saying yet your storytelling through video is so strong that it keeps her fully invested the entire time. Honestly, I can’t be more proud of how this channel has evolved. It’s not just about the silky smooth montages, it’s about the emotion you’re able to transfer through them and I can safely say, I’ve never felt a connection so strong as I do to your channel. Change is good and needed, but in your case, I’d just say do what feels good because whatever you decide to do there’s a real passion shining through that which is so rare to find these days. Anyway, I never commented before but this time I really wanted to let you know that what you do is something completely different from other people and whilst it may be harder to find your own ‘big’ audience I think the message you’re able to pass through your videos is far more important and I appreciate it more than you can imagine it. Have a lovely day xx

@veronikad.987 6 лет назад

Lenka Kocurekova greetings from Slovakia :-)

@annemardon 6 лет назад

Lenka Kocurekova I

@sunnysideup33 6 лет назад

I can't say it better 👍

@Shiharaariel 6 лет назад

Just wondering whether we all want a bit more of Hannah in the vlogs?

@zcuella 6 лет назад

we do! I love her vlogs

@39abc93 6 лет назад

i want to speak for myself personally. i don't need deep messages. some time ago you put inspirational quotes in the beginning of each video, that did enough for me to make me think. the rest was a personal family life vlog. now i feel like every week you are digging deeper and deeper to find philosophical thought provoking speeches to insert into the videos. and i don't want to question the way i am living my life, i want to feel like i am in contact with a family i am good friends with. also - of course you can't do anything about it and i grant it to you more than anyone alse - your lifestyle and your financial status have changed a lot. i just can't relate to you anymore.

@Sannnera 6 лет назад

This will probably never be read but as someone who has been a weekly viewer for years and years (didn‘t miss a single video) I would like to say that what changed for ME is that I cannot relate to you the way I could before. (Some other comment said maybe it is because of the shift from Hannah‘s to your perspective, what might be true. But not only, I think.) As a mom of 2, I often felt drawn into your „normal“ family life. I could adapt to many things you experienced as a couple and in your relationship with Grayson. I felt like I was your friend in a weird way. Whereas right now, I still love you guys and adore the editing, but it feels more like watching a movie than watching real people. I know that you are explicitly trying to be as real as possible, yet still, it has become more of a presentation of happy vacations, amazing trips and great adventures. Maybe I just miss the „normal life“ bits... because I still love watching what you‘re doing. But I cannot relate to your family the way I could before, especially since you moved to Bath. Since then I often felt like you were really „trying“ to put out a great video and I began missing the ease and levity in your videos. I am aware that you are trying to show a lot of your „normal“ life. But since it is embedded in this amazing short film, it feels way more far away than it did in the beginning. I love you guys and I have been hoping forever that your channel would grow, you really deserve it! I hope this is just a minor set back! Lots of Love from Germany!!!

@Jordi23trillon 6 лет назад

i totally agree ! been watching since hannah was pregnant with grayson and still watch every week but it feels now like theyre missing some of the rawness of real life.

@sierramccutchen3531 6 лет назад

When I started watching these videos Hannah was pregnant with Grayson and I was still in secondary school. Now several years later I am working towards my Bachelor's degree and your family has grown another person. I have stayed because this channel reminds me that all that I am doing in my school work and career will lead me somewhere. I love to see the ever-evolving art style and to see what everyone had been up to during the week. You make me laugh and almost as if I read a letter from dear friends I get to hear about your lives. Your videos remind me that my tiny, insignificant life is worthy of its own beauty and joy no matter how small. They help me to reflect on my own life and to think about my own small moments of happiness. Keep up the amazing work and I'll be here to watch until the end. Take care all of you! Much love from the Oregon, USA.

@vintage4youandme 6 лет назад

I could try and write the reason i'm watching your video's myself, but I think I couldn't do better than this explanation... This is spot on why I'm watching and since when I'm watching your vids!

@cassandramackereth9598 6 лет назад

Sierra McCutchen Same here. The first video I watched was a baby haul Hannah did before Grayson was born. I don't know what it is that draws me to this channel but I can't imagine not watching it one day! I'd be so disappointed if they had to stop making videos one day. Love you guys!

@lenischl 6 лет назад

„Are you the best in the whole class?“ „Noo, everyone‘s best there!“ That melted my heart. Gracie is auch a sweet, kind hearted kid.

@AuraDyer 6 лет назад

Whilst you might be losing subscribers, I do think it's important to take into account the quality of engagement you provoke in your viewers. Each week the comment section's filled with actual paragraphs written by people who find themselves moved by the art you're creating; it might be someone saying they had a rough week or how certain elements resonate within them, but it's always something different than what one observes in other channels, where comments and reactions never go beyond an "I like this". What I'm trying to say is that the engagement they get is exceptionally bland... and that's because their videos are inconsequential. So... there's that.

@AuraDyer 6 лет назад

Also also (I could very well write an essay on this) The cause of your losing subscribers has little to do with the format of the videos. Rather, I believe it's because of the following reasons: 1. Back when you were just beginning, the channel got a great amount of subscribers because you interacted with Zoella and vloggers alike. Now, most of their viewers are attracted to a... certain style of content, wherein everyone is freakishly happy all the time, and "LOVE YOU GUYS!"S are tossed around like they're nothing. Fortunately, that's not the direction developed by this channel; thus, it's only natural to lose those viewers because they do not subscribe to the idea of genuinity, they thrive in the idea of this fake happy world. 2. You both have established limits for your privacy (you go, Michalaks!). A lot of viewers are used to the oversharing and lack of privacy that other vloggers display. Again, it has to do with creating an artificial reality where the viewer is the vlogger's best friend... which, If I may say, is extremely odd. You've never pretended to create that sort of "bond", rather, you simply state your gratefulness. And that's more than enough. So...there's that.

@craftylittlethingsuk1995 6 лет назад

Well said, totally agree.

@claudiadgusmao 6 лет назад

Couldn't agree more!

@billielawson8084 6 лет назад

Honestly, I have to say I am normally a silent watcher. I've been following your little circle for a long time but unsubscribed around 1 year - 1 1/2 ago, however recently resubscribed due to the new video format. Each week I am blown away by the sheer beauty of them and just how much passion/love you can see is poured into each one, they truly are a pleasure to watch. This week I felt compelled to say something. As although you mentioned losing subscribers and touching on your views know that your 'channel 2.0' is also bringing in new watchers, some old, some new but all who love the work you are creating as it's almost as if you are sharing a bit of your soul with us each week. Truly fucking beautiful work!

@alphaandomega1332 6 лет назад

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@TwinGeeks 6 лет назад

The content is great, and you're all adorable. I think one of the reasons you never took off is that you focused too much on the haters and hardly ever interact with the regulars. I know you don't see yourself as like the other youtubers, but this is something most vloggers do: take offence, keep bringing up hate comments, and meanwhile don't reply to positive comments. The people who love your channel are like, hello? I'm here. Then must have gotten fed up and gone. This channel feels more like a TV show than a two-way conversation with followers, and I'm okay with that, it's relaxing and often amusing content. Something to consider x

@nikkivenable3700 6 лет назад

This.

@hannahhughes85 6 лет назад

When I first subscribed to you guys it was because I loved the every day vlogging style but with beautiful shots and silky montages thrown in. I guess over time the everyday chatty vlog style has reduced and the stylish shots have increased ,which some people love but I love to see more of you and Hannah interacting, what you get up to in a day, and your chats! I understand your need to develop though, I LOVE the newer style of vlogs but I do miss elements of the old style too I guess x

@hannahmartin9825 6 лет назад

Reading all the comments in summary I think people want a bit more of Hannah featured & her experience of motherhood. That’s why a lot of people subscribed in the first place. It was relatable before for the average person but not so much anymore.

@lauradascola9403 6 лет назад

Hannah Martin More Hannah and more authenticity. I feel like the point is that Stef wants to make movies. This is a youtube vlog channel, it's not making movies, that's why it doesn't resonate with people anymore. That's only my personal opinion. While I love Stef's art, I feel like it's become overpowering.

@marcialaur1825 6 лет назад

I don't mean to sound harsh.. But when I first discovered your channel, grayson was a wee baby and I mostly watched for Hannah's advice and her lovely personality, and for your amazing editing and the silkys... Now I don't watch as much because I feel like this is the Stef show and not the Michalak family Vlogs anymore... You've taken over the whole channel and although I appreciate your vision and your witty remarks, sometimes you're just too much... Sorry, I still wish you much success

@TamamochiLiz 6 лет назад

I watch these Sunday little movies because it takes me away for a while. The music, the editing, the stories you tell and the whole week of "activities", it is so relaxing. I started watching because my sister told me about you and I loved the little family you had. And I kept watching. The change in editing is actually amazing. I love that not every video has the same vibe, it really comes with what kind of week I have and what you guys are up to. So, lots of love from The Netherlands & keep doing what you do. Ps. I loved that grandma was still in the background waving when Stef said "how will we survive without grandma" hihi. X

@britneythompson8245 6 лет назад

I won’t ever stop watching you guys, you’re part of my Sunday routine now. I’m stuck with you and you’re stuck with me 😂🖤

@jennmable 6 лет назад

Agreed!

@KristiAlwaysSinging 6 лет назад

haha, same! When they take a week off, Sunday's just are't the same.

@HD-mj9zi 6 лет назад

Long time watcher- I would suggest you add more real life stuff in...real life struggle stuff, its important to show beauty and positivity- but also stuff like i dunno where to send my kid to school, or juggling life, or occasional crap thats going on in the world etc otherwise the blogs seem too similar each week.

@sylviayt1 6 лет назад

Yes this. I feel like there were more “real life” things back when you lived in London...

@rara8536 6 лет назад

You had this clip where you asked " why do you even watch us?" I watched you (Hannah) when you were just pregnant with Grayson and you seemed like a really genuine person and when Grayson was born and you had a family Vlog, I loved it even more when Stef came in and started editing it and began having something to look forward to, every Sunday. Never stop growing and never stop trying new things, keep doing what your doing. Love you guys! :)

@amyhepburn8834 6 лет назад

Rara I was just about to write a comment when I saw this one which articulated precisely what I wanted to say, beautifully 👌🏼 This channel and gorgeous family is my fave ❤️

@rara8536 6 лет назад

Thank you Amy, I don't really comment much but I felt like I had to say it to them, specially to Stef because I really love his work

@lottie5122 6 лет назад

I’ve watched every video for about 5 years! And I’m not going anywhere. I love the mini movies you produce every week. You guys make RU-vid fresh I think; there’s something so relaxing about Sunday’s because of you guys x

@CourtneysChaos 6 лет назад

Okay. This is the first video that I have actually watched from your channel even though I have been subscribed for ages. Let me explain. Another channel I watch (I can't remember which one) mentioned you in one of their videos, and talked about your amazing editing skills, so I came over, subscribed, but then never really watched any of your uploads. Why? Because I felt like I didn't really know who you guys are. Maybe a new "Q&A" or "Get to know us" or "Our Story" video would help? You have probably done one in the past, but maybe a new one for new subscribers to watch? Now. This video. I see now. You ARE amazing at producing these videos. Don't stop! Don't change! I can't even say if making the get to know me video will even help, but I thought I would just tell you my personal experience with subscribing to new channels. I will be watching all of your videos from here on out. So thats one extra view on each video! Also, I just want to say that Rufus is just the CUTEST!!!! Good luck x

@MsSweety1418 6 лет назад

exactly same for me

@the3rdperspective 6 лет назад

Same here. I was a regular viewer for a long time, but have only watched a couple videos since their move to Bath. For me it felt like they became more distant around that time. I didn't feel like I had the same very personal connection to their videos anymore. I'm not from the UK so it wasn't like the change in location affected anything for me, but something changed at that point. I am still subscribed and clicked on this video because I had noticed the drop in views and wondered what they thought it was from.

@lemondays499 6 лет назад

Marisa I absolutely agree with you..the move to Bath made me feel the same way and I too can't exactly pinpoint what changed or why that personal feeling sort of left the vlogs for me..that's also where I stopped watching every single video (multiple times). It's not that I don't like them or the editing or anything, because I do..it's just that to me it doesn't feel like home anymore..

@Doggies_Are_Cute 6 лет назад

THE BAKEWELLS You have some great suggestions because they work for other you tubers. It's hard to say but something happened to make them lose subscribers they need to figure it out or they will continue to see a decline. This is a business they have to find out ways to draw people in like the type that are subscribing now. A Q&A would help and telling their story people love that. It boils down to drawing the viewer in and making them excited to stay. Stef is definitely in a league or his own.

@FluXRaiSer 6 лет назад

I don't know why but I felt exactly the same... started watching about 3 years ago and felt connected to this family so much, then, when they moved I had a big break, I feel like the London-based thing kind of made up that "young couple with a kid" atmosphere, which now changed into a "rooted family" atmosphere since they moved... Especially things like Date-nights etc. where much more common back then and now they are such Dads/Moms, which is not a bad thing and they seem to see that themselves, but its not what we felt connected to in the beginning...

@auroraa606 6 лет назад

Firstly, wicked intro. But yeah, I completely agree with you Stef. As a creator, you have to keep pushing and evolving. Please don't go back to the old style now, these videos have never been more beautiful than they have been these last six months ❤️Keep pushing and being your authentic selves. Love this fam.

@jennmable 6 лет назад

I am with you on this!

@danam8450 6 лет назад

You can only push so far in creating content. I started watching before Grayson was even born and I miss how simple, relatable, and watching parts of their day that was not a long "movie" to watch with a busy life in the mix. I suggest possibly alternating between having a raw vlog and creative video like this.

@SweetnSourqt3 6 лет назад

I've been subscribed for a while, and could not wait to watch your videos when they were posted. However, lately, with the additional , albeit random, story telling that are thrown in, I'm a bit turned off. I think what attracts us to vlogs is the ability to watch bits of REAL people doing REAL life. Lately, we've just been seeing a smiley Grayson, Hannah shuffling around the house, and you telling us random stories with bits of animation scattered throughout. Nothing wrong with that, but it's much of the same.

@freyabrown5791 6 лет назад

I've watched your vidoes for a year or two now and the changes in your channel is what's kept me around for so long. I usually only stick around on a channel for 6 months at most but I would never dream of leaving your channel. I don't think it's your videos getting less interesting, it's more just an audience being filtered down from haters and easily offended twats to people who genuinely love your videos. This is just an irrelavent comment from a silent viewer but in short, keep doing what you're doing! Your children are angels btw :)

@abiholly6071 6 лет назад

Subbed to you and Hannah’s channel two days ago, have skipped work, let close relationships crumble around me and not cleaned myself in those two days as I binge watch.

@Claudia_K. 6 лет назад

I am subscribed for quite some time now, must be short of a year I guess and I think I have watched all of your videos. I have to say that, though, that I have to be in “a certain mood” to watch your content. I have to sit down properly to take everything in. I can’t just watch you on the go or between work/life stuff. I watch you when I have time. With life being so busy nowadays, maybe more people feel this way? I hope that you stay true to yourself and that your hard work pays off (literally). Even if you only inhabit a small corner of the internet, please don’t go or change or get bitter. Love and hugs! x

@nurmardhiahnordin3186 6 лет назад

QuittingQuince Jewellery same!

@Pfeifferd99 6 лет назад

This! but also (this is not really a criticism, because I understand their situation has changed and I am all for taking time for selfcare), but the constant breaks did affect the way I view their content. When you take a week/2wks long break and you post only once a week to begin with, that is a huge amount of time in between. I keep catching myself forgetting about this channel, even though I'm in awe with the production when I finally sit down and catch up. For me that's the true reason. I have nothing negative to say about the creative directions.

@rachellewers1802 6 лет назад

I totally get this. I think a lot of people find it easier to watch more mundane, easy to watch videos. This is one of my favourite channels, I love their style and wouldn't change it. but I do notice that it's one of the last vlogger channels I get round to watching, just because it is more like watching a movie or TV that you have to pay attention and be in the mood for rather than just tuning out and procastinating

@sarahmaylawl 6 лет назад

I've been watching your videos since the channel was called 'Hannah Maggs,' and I worked out that the first video of yours I watched was 'BABY SPA DATE.' I have loved all the changes you've made to the channel and seeing Grayson develop his gorgeous personality! You may have lost subscribers but I have a feeling your loyal subscribers like me will stay around for a long time!

@xlaurenh98x 6 лет назад

aw that was the first video I watched too!!

@LaJuniMusic 6 лет назад

Omg my First was also the spa date😂😂😍

@svenjav2450 6 лет назад

Ahhw same here :)

@BreakfastAtFabianas 6 лет назад

You truly are a real artist Stef I love every video you make, I always feel better after watching them thank you for everything you do

@luce2526 6 лет назад

As a weekly watcher, I can say there’s nothing I’ve enjoyed more than seeing the content in your videos change, and develop creatively. It’s been so interesting to see how styles and choices have changed over the years, because your work always maintains fierce creative dignity. If anything, it’s improved so greatly, that sometimes it’s almost unrecognisable from your style a few years ago, and I think that’s the best thing about it!! I don’t subscribe for a weekly reshoot of the same things, I subscribe because your videos are so refreshingly different and beautiful every week, but you still maintain the same creative core. They’re the best family vlogs on RU-vid, without a doubt!

@reginaz4067 6 лет назад

Goose o

@Gamecockinnc1 6 лет назад

You make wonderful videos. Even last week you didn’t throw Crete or Greece into the title to grab views. Unlike those vloggers who are making buckets of money doing nothing. You all are a class act. And it helps me as a mother and it makes me realize time with my family is essential.

@MrSnapperama 6 лет назад

This has been my favourite channel ever since 2014 and I ridiculously look forward to watching you every Sunday! If only you could see us smiling/laughing/tearing at the screen for 20-30mins on end. Fret not and you do you! It's called "The Michalaks" after all.

@rachelkey509 6 лет назад

please don't ever stop making these beautiful, hilarious films! i'd feel like i was losing friends (sad i know haha). I think I've watched every single video of yours from hannahs beauty tutorials to the weekly pregnancy updates, to the london silkies, squeaky G and your vlogmasses. you've shared so much with us and the OG viewers will always be here! i think youtube in general is floundering at the moment so that might be where you're losing views from. i only watch you guys and samantha maria now. everyone else feels so fake and forced, it never feels like that with you guys! as hannah said to grandma, please don't leave us!!!

@lizzyg2471 6 лет назад

Stef we aren't going anywhere. Amazing film as always. It's been a privilege to watch your family and your filming style grow. That probably sounds a bit dickish but I've just had a baby so I'm allowed.

@irisp4197 6 лет назад

I totally adore your Videos and I think they are the best ones available on this platform. I also really like the new style. I am here since before Grayson was born and I am still looking forward to every video! Keep doing such great videos. I am sure the views will increase again!! :)

@cattyp881 6 лет назад

I haven’t missed a video. And I have no judgment of your video style, I always look forward to whatever you produce Stef I love your creativity, keep being you, you’ll always be changing and so will your video styles, I look forward to where it will go

@mfm5476 6 лет назад

Just can't understnd how people who used to watch you have stopped doing it 😕😕😕😕😕 From baby Grayson to baby Rufus a million battles you both had to deal with and you shared them with us. Your equipment grew for the best, your edition is the best, I love the content, I love Bath, I just simply don't get it. But I came to stay.

@harlsbhoy1472 6 лет назад

MFM your own life and your own children just get in the way I guess

@kpredd13 6 лет назад

I love this channel and have been watching since Gracie was a newborn peanut. What deters me now sometimes though is like the first two to three min of this video. The self deprecating run on speeches. These videos for the most part are still a breath of fresh air, but those speeches sometimes make me anxious and make my chest feel heavy. And that's definitely not what i want to feel from a video. I nearly clicked out of this one but knew the speech would be done eventually so i kept watching and am very glad i did because the rest of the video was that breath of fresh air i love so much. I wish you would be nicer to yourself Stef, l know plenty of it is sarcasm, but still. I Think you guys will continue to be my favorite creator n this platform. In a way you make content that surpasses the standard content of this site, and maybe thats why you arent necessarily reaching your audience. I will forever love this channel along with everyone else in this comment section.

@Jfreis397 6 лет назад

These videos are a breath of fresh air here on RU-vid. I’m always looking forward to watch them when I wake up on sundays. Please don’t stop doing what you love and staying true to yourself, because that’s one of the qualities that I think the “true viewers” cherish the most.

@chlochloeclo 6 лет назад

“Kinda like a piggy bank, but more ruthless” please don’t ever change Stef. That scene with you and Grayson at bedtime was beautiful. X

@carolinel7399 6 лет назад

I’ve been watching you guys since your channel started (before Grayson was born). I love your channel and look forward to your videos each week. You’re by far my favourite RU-vid family! I like that you don’t follow the crowd. Your videos are touching, original, and so so emotional! Keep up the good work! x

@TheMrSparkles 6 лет назад

The absolute highlight of my week. Thankyou for always keeping it real to all your viewers. Xx

@mahaaymen5266 6 лет назад

Your videos are amazing and truly inspirational and refreshing and heart warming! You do a great job with them. Don't ever stop making them especially because you love doing what you do which becomes clearly evident in each of these beautifully filmed and edited videos. ❤ I know I am just another viewer but I am someone who really never comes out of her shell to actually comment on any social media, but your videos always make me do it. And especially listening to the part where you talk about the decreasing number of view surprised me so much because how can one not simply fall in love at once with your beautifully put together family video diaries❤❤ I really wish the best for you and your family! Please know that the viewers you do have really really appreciate and love the hard work you put in these videos❤❤ GOODLUCK! Have a lovely day! Keep up the amazing work!

@kaitlynne95 6 лет назад

I adore "ask Grayson" he's so sweet. also i love the evolution of these vlogs. I feel like I'm simultaneously watching an old home video (like the ones your granddad forces you to be in every xmas) and a really lovely modern film. its a very fine and lovely balance. It makes me feel like a part of the family.

@oliviar9391 6 лет назад

Don’t ever change the style you want for your films just because viewers. The people who watch every week genuinely love and enjoy these beautiful creations. I love how you edit and shoot and so do many many other people!

@hotinmybags 6 лет назад

This will get buried but i just have to say i appreciate your courage to step out and take creative risks despite it being easier to produce unoriginal content with a splashy clickbait title Anyways bravo 👏 as long as you keep making content I’ll be watching

@mcally4830 6 лет назад

Been here since the beginning, but find myself not watching anymore because you and Hannah seem disinterested, and it feels, to me, that you are forcing content for the views. Something you have said many times you would never do. As much as I love the montages, I watch your old vlogs more, they aren't all over the place, as I feel these are and I get to see more of the real day to day. Sorry not trying to be cruel, this is strictly how I feel. I used to be so excited for your vlogs on Sundays, something is missing, and again I feel the you've pulled away and not doing it for the same reasons you used too.

@HellenShort 6 лет назад

I don't know if people are unsubscribing so much as they are being unsubscribed by RU-vid. This happens a lot. I have been subscribed for years and I really like the way that your content has evolved. I like how normal your vlogs are and how much effort goes into the montages. I also like the dynamic between you all. I am loving Grayson. He is so grown up! I live for the breakfast conversations between Grayson and Stef! Don't change a thing.

@charlottedavidson4677 6 лет назад

I honestly wouldn't know what to do with myself without your videos! I've been watching them for years. Through uni, they were a way to completely relax and enjoy. And now, living half way across the world in Vietnam, watching these videos honestly brings me so much joy every week. PLEASE, PLEASE pleeeease never stop creating these beautiful snapshots.

@britbyars 6 лет назад

The music in your last video was amazing!! I ended up following so many of the artists on sound cloud. Also I love your videos I've been watching every week for about 4 years now! Love you guys xoxo

@HanzQ 6 лет назад

A minute and a half in and I can already say, STEF YOU ARE A LEGEND

@acbrand03 6 лет назад

I wish more creators thought like you Steph. I wish every RU-vidr would stop worrying about the numbers and doing what's popular because the reason so many people are here in the first place is because you guys are amazing. Numbers fluctuate but you guys are always going to have so many people who adore watching you and are really inspired by you. that is what's important. keeping doing what you're doing

@ipsilonia 6 лет назад

i've been watching your vlogs for 3ish years now and i still have mad appreciation for the artistry, the creativity, the medley of stories in each week's vlog. I've learned so much throughout the years from you all: the joys and pains of growing into adulthood and parenthood, the ridiculous housing market in london, the way music sets the pace in film, making peace with loss, making time for family. those values have been at the core of everything you all have put out over the years, and i appreciate it so much. not to be dramatic, but i remember the day i subscribed, and it was bc stef made some super dark joke that made hannah roll her eyes in horror. i've stuck around through the years for the dark jokes and dry humor and the honesty and great editing. even though sometimes (most times) i'm like "wow this family is hella white", y'all seem to have kind hearts. keep sticking to what brings you joy as a family! much love from cali!

@edelfeeney1893 6 лет назад

Don't change anything your videos are amazing it may be something much more simple perhaps the good weather just has people slower to catch up with RU-vid and if it's not don't worry maybe more like minded viewers will find your channel either way what you do is amazing and I so look forward to your video every week. From a long time follower first time commenter x

@smilewithmel 6 лет назад

I only found your channel this year and instantly fell in love with your videos! While some people may be leaving, there is still so many new faces around here! Your channel made me fall in love with RU-vid again! ♥

@annecastre69 6 лет назад

I have been subscribed to your channel for years (it started with Hannah's messy bun tutorial) and i have never stopped watching. Lately I have started watching some of your old videos again and you have come from such a long way since then and I love it! You started making these videos for fun, which then turned into a diary for Grayson to watch when he is older and which are now very poetic and emotional mini movies for both your sons to enjoy later. You have given your viewers the opportunity to watch you and your family grow, but we have also been able to witness you develop your own style. Personally, I think it is the best gift you could have ever given us. We are growing and maturing together. Keep up guys, no matter who subscribes and unsubscribes, you have to keep doing what you enjoy and what makes you feel proud of yourself.

@hellonashie 6 лет назад

I've been watching your films for a few years now and every week I'm in awe of your creativity. Your channel has been the only one I've kept watching for a long period of time without getting sick of and I think it's because you guys continue to grow not only as people but also as creators. Watching your videos each week feels like catching up with family and it's so nice to see what you guys have been up to. Keep up the great work guys!

@JennySutcliffe 6 лет назад

I LOVE the Ask Grayson sections you do, so insightful as I'm barely around my young cousins so never really see into the mind of a child & it's so cute. Also can't believe you were in Sandbanks, so near my hometown! I'm from Bournemouth but I'm just finishing uni in London. You guys are probably one of few people I would approach in person to say how much I enjoy your videos and how they have routinely been a part of my Sundays for years! Stef I understand you are a perfectionist but I can 100% say every single video is spot on, silky montage, latte art or no. X

@charlottemarker3007 6 лет назад

So... I'm commenting on one of your videos for the first time ever although I've been subscribed since the weekly pregnancy updates during your first pregnancy - even though i was about 17 at the time and had no desire of getting pregnant any time soon! I've just always loved your spirits. You are awesome people, because you are so real. You both remind me a lot of myself and who I wish to become as a parent. I watch your videos every sunday, like clockwork. If I'm ever having a bad day i watch your videos. If I'm having a good day I'll watch them. You do you, because that's who you do best :) Lots of love from Denmark

@ollyandkelly 6 лет назад

Please don’t change! I love the piss takes, the glossy moments, the appreciation for the small magical memories which I take HUGE inspiration from. Your channel isn’t dying, people will go, new people will arrive, I look forward to a Sunday evening where I pour a dark and stormy and enjoy the latest Michelak story xxx

@georgiarossides7789 6 лет назад

Don't ever stop what you're doing. These videos are some of the truest forms of cinematography on this platform and i'm forever grateful for them.

@LilysLand 6 лет назад

I do love the videos! I've been watching for over 2 years now, when I found your videos I was thinking of starting my own channel as I've always loved filming and editing, I wasn't sure how or what to film, at that point I only knew of the typical cookie cutter "hey guys" youtubers. I think it's the honestly and the realness that you guys bring that I was and still am so drawn too and you show the beauty in just everyday life, which definitely inspired me. plus always love the silky montages.

@BabezLulu 6 лет назад

I’ve been subscribed to your family since before Grayson was born and I’ve watched and loved every video you’ve created until lately. The commentary became far too much and took away from the family I loved watching grow. This is the first video I’ve watched in months as I unsubscribed, at least you realise it. A shame, all the best to you and your beautiful family

@naomimcewan7062 6 лет назад

Josephine Fox completely agree, it’s such a shame!

@Nicolacurran1 6 лет назад

I just posted the same thing. The commentary is too much.

@freedomyogini255 6 лет назад

Every Sunday I take a time out to view your short films. It’s so interesting that just before you said that there are less views, I was thinking “why do I always tune into the life of this beautiful family?” I remember the first film I saw Grayson was really small and the film you used reminded me of the 1970’s. It actually took me back to the early 70’s when I was small and all was so innocent in my world. As I continued to tune into the adventures of your family I felt a little like why does my little family not spend as much time together? Things to ponder...I truly appreciate both your art form and the fact that you take us around this gorgeous planet in your way. This is incredibly generous and though we may never meet, my daughter who will be 10 soon, asks “Hey where’s that family with the little baby that was just born that you love so much?” That being said we are lifers and wish you love, support and vast abundance to keep on doing what you do. with love from 🇨🇦

@lorenanilzete4570 6 лет назад

i’ve just realized that watching u has been the only unchangeable part of my sunday routine for a really long time. and i love grayson

@alannarichards1863 6 лет назад

Honestly, I reckon the dwindling views are purely down to the fact that most people can’t deal with how real you are. You don’t tell people what they want to hear. You don’t morph yourselves into something you’re not ‘for the views’. You actually make people feel things with your videos, you evoke emotional responses in your viewers and that is something most don’t even come close to. I can imagine you’ve had many a debate with Gleam about your style vs your views. And I admire that you’ve always stuck to your guns and produced the content you want to create, at the jaw-dropping quality you wish to create it. I’ve been watching for three years now, and have nothing but respect for you, not only as creators, but as people. Thank you for keeping it real. 👌

@ritwikade4714 6 лет назад

I have been watching your videos every Sunday from 2013 (wow 😭💕) , and I feel that my love for your family and your videos has only increased ❤️❤️

@elizabeth9488 6 лет назад

I love your videos. A LOT. I have followed your family BEFORE you were a family, so when it was just Hannah. I haven’t left and I don’t want to leave. I love how you’ve grown, I love how you’ve expressed yourselves and I love your style and how you’ve stuck with your passion and what you love. Like you said, some people may just not like your new style, but that’s just a matter of taste, as you know. But please don’t ever feel like you have to change or do anything different, because you don’t! I’m obsessed with your channel and I’m obsessed with your family. Please keep it up. There are so many of us that have stuck around and can’t wait to see what you’re gonna do next. Much love x

@katgraham7497 6 лет назад

I’ve watched these every Sunday and it is such a shame that your talent isn’t more appreciated, in terms of numbers. The exquisite footage of new locations and how you edit simple shots is truly astounding. But, I think what keeps people coming back is the connection they feel with your family. I like the newer segment “ask Grayson” because we really get to see what it’s like talking with him. In most of the videos the dialogue between each other is pretty short, so I really enjoy these parts of the videos when we can learn more about your family rather than just watch your family. Also, I think dabbling with some 10 min long videos instead of 20 min could also do wonders! Just having a mix of lengths. You would be surprised by how many great videos I don’t watch just because of the length (I usually watch these when I’m on a break from working so, the longer the video means longer break which I often don’t have)

@c.s.8656 6 лет назад

I have to admit that I don‘t watch your videos anymore. I still like you guys very much, but I don‘t feel like I want to watch the videos. Maybe it‘s because you moved, maybe it‘s because of the new family dynamic. Maybe one day I‘ll be back on track

@HaileyDevine 6 лет назад

I freaking love you guys. Well done!

@jits1190 6 лет назад

Oh my god, The devine and michalak family are both the most beautiful and talented family on youtube!

@chanellong1653 6 лет назад

You guys should do a collab. My two favourite RU-vid families and creators!

@LozsLeisure 6 лет назад

I’m a relatively new subscriber and have loved seeing your development, even just in the past 9 months or so. You guys are such an inspiration from your relationships with each other, your friends and the world around you to the way you capture it so perfectly in these videos. Keep pushing on because it’s clear you have a huge impact on so many of us. You guys are family goals!

@sophieshaw3196 6 лет назад

I can honestly say you are the only channel on RU-vid from which I have genuinely never missed a video. From watching since before you had Grayson, you are a true artist and give so many of us moments of joy and calm every week. Thank you for sharing your lives with us and it will always be worth it as your children will have the most beautiful memories to look back on when they are older! X

@katedavies2485 6 лет назад

I'd just like to say how much I enjoy your videos - definitely my first choice. I can't imagine why your views would be dropping - your channel is on a different level from all the tat that's on here. I can see why it is so frustrating to see the crap getting so many more views than your beautiful, balanced videos.

@dOlli3cOutur3 6 лет назад

For me, it’s time. My personal life has changed and I’m sure many others have too. I’ve got a home and family now and I don’t have time to watch RU-vid like I used to but your videos are and always will be a calming getaway for me. I needed it today. Thank you x

@shannonm2638 6 лет назад

this was by far my favourite video I've ever seen, between Stef's wit and the beautiful family moments I could rewatch this 100 times and not get sick of it. amazing work!

@saracas93 6 лет назад

These videos are the first thing I think of when I open my eyes on a Sunday! I’ll be watching until you stop making ❤️

@breeelizabethful 6 лет назад

Stef and Hannah, you are so right about keeping your style progressing. You need to do what is authentic to you and make the videos that make you happy, cos that is what resonates with viewers. I have watched since Hannah was pregnant with Grayson and have loved watching your family grow and your viewers develop. All the best guys, much love x

@BeautifulOneILoveYou 6 лет назад

The intro was just hilariously brilliant

@ewrenh 6 лет назад

I look forward each week to watching your productions and I hope you stick it through for a while yet, it’s so nice to see you grow and change and the quirky personalities of you all, much love always x

@nadinesmith300 6 лет назад

I’ve watched your videos since I was in high school - I’m now in my 3rd year of university! These short and beautiful creations that you produce each week have truly seen me through the toughest of time. Your videos are 20 minutes of pure peace, tranquility and entertainment. The escape, is indescribable. When I see a new video in my sub box, I know that I can just, for a short time, forget all the negativity in the world and just enjoy a beautiful video. Please don’t stop making videos, you have no idea just how important they are to us all 😔

@denitsaivanova4754 6 лет назад

I honestly loved this video so much; while I understand the worry I think both of you, as creators, should follow your own instincts about the direction your channel should go towards. You should always push yourself to be better and to be true to yourself; your viewers should also encourage you to follow your creative instincts as the product of this will ultimately be content that is real and genuine. Keep up the good work guys, we'll stand by you every week. xx

@catherinepoppy2165 6 лет назад

I love your style of vlogging, so pls keep doing what your doing

@drewzuhl 6 лет назад

It genuinely breaks my heart when I see numbers dwindling, but the fact that you guys have pushed through and continued with the current vlog style is admirable. I honestly cannot fathom why anyone would stop watching at the moment - the vlogs are absolutely as stunning as ever. I've watched you guys for 3 years now and I couldn't imagine not ending my week with your cosy, wonderfully executed vlogs.

@catherinelea6004 6 лет назад

You guys are a part of my Sunday/Monday routine and have remained so even when I moved to NZ 4 years ago. I enjoy watching your videos more so now than ever. The way you capture British life and the scenery, it fills that small hole in my life where I yearn for a walk in the English countryside or to see snow and lights at Christmas. I dont watch any other RU-vidrs to fill that gap - you capture it all perfectly.

@Camomile44 6 лет назад

Lovely video, as per usual. With regards to what Stef said about the channel dying...I think some people might prefer to watch really amateur vlogs with camera or iPhone in the face (usually reflected in their sunglasses)...with the vlogger literally just filming their face and saying "I did this today...I went there today..." and might find your vlogs to be a bit artsy fartsy. But I honestly don't understand that kind of preference. I much prefer to watch something more artsy and accompanied with music which you have an amazing taste in! Watching you vlogs is like watching a beautifully filmed mini film...it's not like watching any other vlog. I love your channel and have been watching from the very beginning. Well, almost :) But I promise I will not unsubscribe unless you decide to stop vlogging, which I'm begging you not to do. Much love xx

@antoniacallenberg7680 6 лет назад

I honestly don't understan these peolpe. I really prefer watching the artsy "filmvloggs" like the ones from the michalaks or marke miller!

@isslook 6 лет назад

totally agree, I think the iphone amateur vlogs are for the more simple minded/people lacking a knowledge of the world/shelter type and often children really, The Michalak's are the more down to earth, talented vloggers out there

@lauradascola9403 6 лет назад

Artsy and elaborate is ok, but the long monologues and heavy humour that took the place of their normal family life are quite boring. Stef has obviously an amazing talent, but in my opinion vlogs are still and always will be just vlogs. Not films. If you want to make films you go work in the movie industry, but if you're a vlogger who films their everyday life you can't make it this heavy. You're allowed, obviously, but it gets boring. I've always appreciated the effort that they put in creating good quality videos, but this is not interesting anymore. The bottom line is: if you want to make movies, which I think you'd be amazing at, go make movies, don't be a youtuber. I think they are two completely dofferent things.

@katmolesworth 6 лет назад

We’re your friends still. Favourite Sunday ritual x

@207Topaz 6 лет назад

I’ve been watching you guys for about 2 years now and I honestly love your videos. They’re different and that’s why I watch them, they’re not in ‘vlogging’ style like everything else on RU-vid! I also watch because you’re all lovely people and watching Grayson grow up has made me excited to have kids of my own. Stef’s sense of humour and Hannah being so relatable is something I look forward to seeing! Don’t change your content, do what you enjoy 😊 Ask Grayson was fabbbbb! I will never stop watching you guys

@mango80nectar 6 лет назад

Hey! I hope you find this comment helpful!!! So, I would watch your videos every week and would follow you on social media and stuff. And I say you and I mean a bunch of creators I used to follow. What happened? I just moved forward. I used to spend a lot of time watching other’s lives while my life was a mess and I decided to stop and start putting my life together again. Watching you guys, the life you’ve got to have and see how you deal with it, has made me pushed forward towards mine. And I couldn’t be more thankful!!! But it’s true that I am one of those who have stopped watching your videos, not because the style/quality (they are just FANTASTIC) but because I needed just time. That being said, I’m gonna try to stick around!!! You guys deserve it!!! Big hugs!😘

@emgoodluck416 6 лет назад

Well I ain’t going anywhere 😂 I don’t understand how you guys don’t have more subscribers tbh it’s mad 😂

@SmileyTalor22 6 лет назад

Please don't ever stop! Your honesty and pure love for your family and making these vlogs is very beautiful and special. I love my Sundays watching you guys! Keep going for the pure love of what you do!

@charlotteaspinall8965 6 лет назад

you're channel gives me so much joy. its comfort, its magic, its wonderful. please don't stop. x

@sklured 6 лет назад

I've been around since Grayson was about 4 months old (love that I've kinda seen him grow up, and watched the vlogs and you two grow as well I guess). But in the past year I've only been clicking on the videos if it sounds interesting. I hate writing anything negative which is why I've refrained in the past. But the talk-over's that have been in most vlogs lately (which sometimes injects us with knowledge or in this case kinda narrates it) can sometimes come off as a bit obnoxious and I don't enjoy em that much. It's unique and not many other RU-vid are doing it but sometimes I do Just want the cute family vlogs how they used to be - wouldn't want them to.completely stop but also don't enjoy them every vlog. Sorry. Still amazing videos as always

@emiliamolliox 6 лет назад

I feel like it's an unpopular thing on RU-vid, but quality over quantity - sure you're a small(ish) channel, but the quality of your videos is just insane and that means the quality of the engagement and the quality of your impressions is much higher. Never in my two years of watching you have I clicked off a video because I'm bored, I've had several weeks I've missed and binged them all in one day and never got bored of you. You've inspired me to put more effort into my own channel. It's been insane to watch the boys grow and follow you through the last couple years and watch how your channel and film style and creative choices have changed and developed over the years and to me, that's more important than having 11 million subscribers and flogging crap all the time and exploiting teenagers.

@northshoreindie 6 лет назад

thank you for being authentic and just gosh darn creative, i think you are the only channel that makes me audibly laugh and even occasionally tear up, here for as long as you are. x

@alireynolds740 6 лет назад

absolutely love the shots in this video, the entire production is stunning! love your little family, will always keep watching and supporting you ❤️

@OurVentureBeyond 6 лет назад

Production as beautiful as ever! I can imagine it is disheartening but agree as a creator you have to be yourself, try new things and follow your own style. Our channel is only in its infancy and we just announced some huge news we've been building to for a long time. Our family is going travelling around the World full time and we will be documenting every step. We love that your channel makes the ordinary every day simple moments beautiful and we hope to show beauty in a slightly unconvential lifestyle. Love Grayson's meaning of life 😂😍✌

@lisaholliday1080 6 лет назад

Your Mum in the background blowing kisses to Grayson as you were driving off 😍. Thanks for being so honest as usual Im sorry to hear your views have dropped I am bemused given the utter shit on youtube that garners attention these days compared to your amazing content. If I see another Primark haul I may poke my own eyes out. You guys are so authentic and hopefully brands are waking up to all the bs out there. Things have a good way of working out for those who deserve which you guys most certainly do.

@Bubzie27 6 лет назад

I not usually a “commenter”, but I felt the need to say that I really think your vlogs are the most authentic to be found on RU-vid. And I believe that is the most important quality to possess in this digitalised world of ours. So big props to you and Hannah for remaining honest and real and sharing your growth with us, because the world would be boring without it and you guys.

@maeabbott24 6 лет назад

You guys are something I look forward to each week, it truly is beautiful what you’re doing and what you’re able to achieve. I never comment, but I thought I would finally say what I’ve been thinking for years. Keep up the incredible story telling. x