The Cost of Rural Cottage Life - being honest with myself, looking for a ‘quick fix’ 

I quit my full-time job, because I got anxieties and panic attacks from it. I was working as team leader 6 years and gave my whole life just for this job but I felt empty and that I wouldn't live - just for the sake of money and safety. I started my career as artist in September this year and currently I do not have the safety of regular incomes but I feel great. I do live again and enjoy the little moments far more. And I get a lot support from my family what is a great feeling. It showed me that they love me for who I am not for what I do. They want me to be happy and this gives me a way more safety feeling than money could ever do. Thanks Paola for always reminding us what is really important. ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ And again this video is a masterpiece. So many beautiful shots. ❤️ ❤️

Dear Paola. I want to share a little story with you. 💕 In short, I found your video last year “make paper with me” and it changed my whole life. I am not kidding. I had been stuck in the city for 13 years not really tuning into how much I was hurting. How much I missed home. My quiet island. I am autistic (which I didn’t know at the time) so Im very overwhelmed with senses and feelings. And I was living in the worst place. Truly the hardest time I ever experienced. My addiction came back as a coping mechanism to get through this. Alcohol, binging, allergic foods, starving. You name it. BUT every week YOU kept my hope alive. You kept me calm when I was so defeated and tired and sick and wanted to end it all. I remember I even left a message on your page saying this was the last one I would ever watch. Cause I thought I would die. It was dark times. But ever since that first video - you sparked my inner dreamer and child back to life. My need and yearning to feel safe and happy became so strong. And it became my driving force. I bought one of your paintings and have kept it in my desk for a year now. 🌹Waiting for it to be hung in my new place. But I never got a place until now! I am finally moving back to my beautiful island. My hometown. The wait is over! ♥️ I truly mean it when I say you had a very big part in saving my life and keeping me sane and peaceful when I really didn’t know how to continue forward. Your kind spirit and words. The escapism of your valley. Laughing at sweet eigir (is it spelled right?) and crying over sweet Darcy. Gasping and being I awe of the way you pay attention to the gorgeous things in nature many people don’t think twice about. All these things - helped me back to myself. Helped me save myself. So. You matter greatly. And I appreciate you very much. 😘

Two days ago I lost a family member to cancer. He was only diagnosed with it last month. It really made me feel like we cannot take anything for granted and also I understand that death is inevitable. In reflecting on his life I recognized that he was a person who took every moment to appreciate his life and the people around him. He was everyone's friend and he was always willing to try new cuisines and experiences. Even though he died younger than we all expected, I have a sense that he didn't feel like he missed out on anything because he was never half-hearted. I feel like what you're saying is similar Paola. We cannot live from a place of scarcity. We can make each moment in our life count and eventually it will build up into a beautiful life.

To answer some questions, here are some details about my experience relocating PROS/CONS ⬇️⬇️ I am very nervous about speaking on this topic, strangely enough it feels ‘taboo’ to openly discuss having a poor relationship with money, or talking about money at all. But while considering privacy I still wanted to share a bit about it - I think no matter where we are at, it’s fruitful to think about our relationship with finances sometimes, especially when you’ve known what it’s like not to have enough for a long time and internalized that stress. Anyway, I appreciate your kindness and sharing your experiences ❤️ (There are definitely pros and cons to each living situation, and I will always miss things about the city, and vice versa if my situation was different. In my case, I was planning to only stay in the countryside for a little while, but after finding a good job and later getting engaged, I decided to set down my roots): Challenges I encountered while living rural: - garbage disposal is a bit more complicated - In some areas there are limited housing opportunities (even though the rentals I found were affordable, there were not a lot available, which is an issue my town has been dealing with for a while now. However, towns nearby have more rental options.) - higher food expenses due to smaller grocery stores with limited backstock. - Taking care of a garden or lawn can be expensive (or you can do what I did, which is make friends with the weeds). - The more extreme weather means I have to do more frequent fixes on my car. - It is hard to find plumbers and handy people, so you have to fix things yourself (and sometimes make expensive mistakes) - generally, Washington State has a high cost of living Ways I budget (while I do not need to do all these things, I like to in order to be more environmentally conscious and work towards my goal of owning a home): - I chose low waste recycling options (keeping garbage low reduces expenses since I have to drive to the dump myself.) - I shop in bulk when I visit large supermarkets several times a year. - I buy clothing and furniture second hand when possible (I love yard sales). - I cook with more simple ingredients (cheese toasties and tomato soup are a winner) and grow my own veggies and tea herbs. - I limit my driving by trying to plan a lot of errands on the same day. - While this isn’t budgeting related, I do love to patronize artists and creators that make work that speak to me. I recently tried to purchase all my Christmas gifts from small businesses. I find it a very meaningful way to connect with other artists. I also value investing in the small business in my town as I am able. - I find I naturally spend less due to not being exposed to as many advertisements on billboards/magazines/internet. I had never realized how much these ads influenced my spending until I moved. Another way I limit this is by pre-downloading tv shows and audiobooks and having set times to use social media, as I do not have wifi at home. - I try to educate myself on financial management as much as possible, prioritizing health insurance if possible and trying to prepare for retirement (even if it’s only a tiny contribution). I know this isn’t always possible for everyone, but the more I learn the more I realized how important it is. As I mentioned before, when I first started considering a transition over here I was 21. I eventually did get assistance from my family in order to start a new job. On the internet I notice there are a surprising amount of individuals who find it shameful to get support from others as a young person, but I do not believe that is true. While it is definitely an incredible blessing to have parents that can help you relocate, one that I am very grateful for, there is absolutely nothing wrong with accepting help if you need it (from anyone, not simply family). I have never met anyone who hasn’t received help from someone else during some time in their lives, I think it’s beautiful to build bonds and relationships in this way as long as it’s done with honor and respect for others. I did move rurally after living in a very expensive city, so I feel it is more affordable to live here in my case (depends on where you come from and where you are going. Washington State is known to have a high cost of living). The price of homes in rural areas varies drastically, depending on how popular the area is as a tourist destination. For example, some towns only an hour away are some of the most affordable living locations I have ever seen as they are not so near the tourism hub of the mountains, so I always left it as an option if I were to move to an area where I could afford to own a home. If there is one thing I’ve found empowering, is finding practical ways to work towards your dreams - learning how to do something as simple as manage your money, no matter how limited your salary is - is incredibly motivating. Every if it’s baby steps, you can clearly see the progress you are making and feel very inspired to keep working towards your goals..

Love watching you wander and forage and then transform your findings! Your life lessons are so helpful to me as I start over as a 75 year old widow, on a new exciting path of growth and self discovery. Blessings abound!

I do love America and have visited many times, but the fact that any human being can be turned away from a hospital even if they are dying because they don't have the insurance to pay for the treatment shocks me to the core. I am blessed to live in England, where nobody is turned away, it is a human right to be cared for when most needed. Our health systems suffers with the shear weight of over population, but in my experience it is fantastic and we are privileged to live in a society that cares so much for their fellow man.

I love that Cottage Fairies can tranquilly talk about anxiety-producing issues while crafting an enchanting wreath of fall goodness. 💜🌟💜

I was frugal when my children were young and we had a mortgage. So we didn't go on 4 day trips with friends in the summer, and we never ate out. At the time our many objective was to spend only what we had. Looking back it was a mistake. going out for coffee with a friend or going on a family trip once a year in summer would not have caused us to get into dept. It social distanced us from others. The balance you are talking about is true in both directions as life may be short it's good to spend some money on fun things as well as save.

You know there IS a little something right in this world when this lady of the glade has 700K subscribers.

"On the internet I notice there are a surprising amount of individuals who find it shameful to get support from others as a young person, but I do not believe that is true." Thank you for saying this ❤️ During 2019, I had moved home with my family to take care of my mental health. After a few months, I began applying to jobs and was getting rejection after rejection. I was frustrated, but I remember in that moment thinking to myself, "I have a warm bed, food on the table, and the company of my family. There might come a time when I'm missing this later, so I will cherish it now". It just so happened that in 2020, I took a job across the country where I was away from everyone I knew and loved. It was in those moments of isolation that I thought about that year with my family, which helped me through some of the more difficult moments of last year.

This woman is a pure gem. Her mind and spirit radiate beauty, and thoughtful feminine energy. May more women aspire to be like you.

"nothing material can make me feel truly safe and secure" are words of true wisdom. My hat off to you for knowing this at your young age, Paola. And, I want to emphasize one other point (though they are all great!). Let's please support artists and crafts people, especially locally, in our town, city, or village . Everyone, please know that your thoughts are very powerful. They literally create your own world. So, when feeling anxious, instead of sliding down into deeper fear and anxiety, STOP! Stop fearful creations. Interfere with a thought: "Everything is alright." "Everything will be alright." You might need to repeat this mindfully, whilst thinking about its meaning, many times, but it's worth it. Know that everything is alright. Everything will be alright. Be thankful for this moment and the gazillion of blessings. Through thankfulness, through appreciation, we create positive world. Everything we need and want, everything we will ever need or want, we already have right here, right now, even though in the moment we might not perceive it. Know this. Be thankful for it. Thank you.

You are such a breath of fresh air, Paola! "Idyllic" only begins to describe the images, scenes, and music you give us every week. I know better than to think you are living an "idyllic" life, and I know you work hard to produce the beauty you project and the art you sell, but what you produce and create sends out messages, vibrations, and encouragement to savor the simple things, practice gratitude, and be open to silence, beauty, nature, solitude, and reflection. Thank you for all you do.

It is good that you have learned this at such a young age. So many struggle with this until they are well in to their 40s. Retirement comes so much fast than people realize. I was wondering what the white flowers are that you made the wreath with. It is beautiful.

I've also had a weird relationship with money for a number of years, afraid to spend and chronically saving for potential emergencies to the detriment of my present, and in some ways my future because I was afraid to invest. I've been learning more about managing my finances this year and having a healthy relationship with money rather than a fearful one. Thank you for sharing, as always your videos are so beautiful, relatable and thought provoking. Never stop being you, the world needs more magical people in it 🌱☀🌙📚🖌💛

After graduating in the height of the Great Recession and entering the adult world with college debt and no jobs in my area, I struggled with money for a long time. Not having it, however, made me realize just how ridiculous some of our "needs" were and made me realize how effective marketing and societal pressures can be. Trimming away those wants hidden as needs made me reevaluate a lot of things in my life and I found that I was happier without them. My husband and I are now creating a life where we work to live, a life where we value non-material things the highest and prioritize people and relationships over purchases.

I had the strange experience of moving out of New York City to a rural area during COVID where, between the lower housing costs, cooking at home and no longer needing "fancy" city clothes, I found my expenses more than cut in half overnight. I discovered something similar to what you did - no amount of money can truly give me respite from my anxiety about it. I always thought that if I weren't under the thumb of sky-high rent, health insurance, expensive eating habits, etc. and able to squirrel away more and more, I'd feel impervious to any big life change. Yet even as I was able to achieve financial goals and habits I only dreamed of in my city life, new worries popped up in their place. Except in really extreme situations where money for fundamental needs like food, shelter, healthcare, etc. aren't there - a situation which I am incredibly privileged to have mostly avoided outside of the first year or two after college - financial concerns can exacerbate anxiety but they don't necessarily cause it. That's something that goes deeper. These days I am striving for a place of contentment and inner acceptance of the inevitability of change. And to not let my own fears about money harden me and close me off such that I think I can ever be impervious to life, but instead to soften me to give more to others and support my community, as I too have been supported when I needed it.

i feel amazed by this, like how different we all are and think. i find it so hard adopting some of this and not seeking instant gratification, so this was so interesting to me.

Most profound. Money,while essential at times never provides the real things necessary for a true life. I have a daughter,Summer,and I encourage her to explore and find her true self and her place in the world. While not rich,I help her out when I can. The REAL rewards for this is boundless and true.

You are so talented not just in your artwork but in your words. Continue to follow your dreams and you will have no financial concerns and you will bring joy to so many. Sounds like a fortune cookie, but I really mean it. I would love to buy a book by you filled with your art and insightful quotes. And you must have Book publishers asking you to illustrate books for them, or wanting you to write and illustrate your own Fairytale. The possibilities are endless!

Every Wednesday I look forward to your videos. They're so beautiful and peaceful and yet wise in a simple way. ❤

"Nothing material can make me feel truly safe and secure" This is so true! Money will not make you happy in a long term. We all have the real treasure inside of our heart / soul . That treasure helps us to feel good, safe and happy. All we have to do is to connect to our own treasure. Nature is such a great help to connect to it 💚

Hi cottage fairy. I really love your surrounding. And the way you narrate your story in every upload. Watching your videos takes me into a place where calm and quietness prevail. 💜

I am a college student currently. I work 30 hours a week along with a full 16 credit hour class schedule. I am at a place where I know that I am slightly overworking myself, but because of the security I feel from not being in debt I feel somewhat justified in my decisions. The thing that helps me get through the long hours of work that I have to do (other than videos like yours of course) is knowing how much living this way now will help me in my future. It also brings me comfort knowing that I am not the only one who goes through this. Seeing where you are in your life inspires me to keep working to achieve a life like yours. Thank you for all that you do Paola! ❤️

I`m older then an average collage student, to continue studying i live off student loans. I feel axiety about spending money and pressure (stress) to do well. Your video`s inspire me to spend more time ouside, going on walks and visit the forest nearby. I like to call them "naturewalks" for inspiration and relaxation. The fun thing about nature is, it doesn`t want anything from you, so when you go for a walk, at least in my case, you feel like yourself.

It's always a treat to watch you gather your raw materials from Mother nature and create something beautiful, Paola!

Agree Barby. Our cottage fairy is an older soul than many. Grateful she shares "plants" healthy seeds & that I found her channel.

I appreciate this one. I try to never worry about money because it is too heavy of a weight. I live simply when possible and am always ready to shed my material things if necessary.

Accepting to live with uncertainty to some degree relieves my anxiety but it's completely natural to feel like this...i believe we all do feel like this sometimes. We just want that warm and cosy feeling to never go away. I'm sadly also overly attached to such worries...but i do believe that society pressures us to have everything perfectly in order...which isn't how life works and never will. I always remind myself that all these misfortunes shape you in a beautiful way. It's balance. ☺

You are such a kind and beautiful soul. Love your natural beauty too. Your vlogs bring such peace and calmness to this ole man’s soul. Thank you for just being you! A very special lady to us all…….. God bless you sweet soul.

I wait every week to get a glimpse of magic through you😩❤️

Paola, what a beautiful wreath! You constantly amaze me with your artistic talents..as well as your philosophical ones! It's AMAZING not having TV..how that De- hypnotizes a person as well.. Good wisdom this week!

I think financial anxiety is something all of us can relate to. Thanks for sharing another beautiful video with us! Each time a treat

Being out in nature is so important🌿🦔🍓 You are wonderful!❤️

Though I have watched all your videos, often without commenting, I watch them again and again. They contain such incredible beauty and wisdom. You will always be blessed for the joy and light you share with the world. When I need a respite, I come to you. Thank you Paola! 💕🌸

I have been retired for a long time now and if I look back I see decades of worry and anxiety, which lead to depression.. The very things that I was worried about never came to fruition. Everything in my life seems to have turned out okay. I have what I need to live and there have been lean times and times of abundance. I learned ways to manage my life in both of these circumstances. I accepted help from other people and when I was able I was the one who gave to others. Both are important.

I was shocked when you said you didn’t feel the need to go to shops, we have made the move to live away from the citys. Its very flat here in holland, we live in the flevopolder. For me its a car journey to shops. So i also do not feel the need to go. It has been said to me that i was withdrawn but i really don’t feel this way. I feel more relaxed. And i do vist my daughter who live in the city. I’m glad you said that , feeling much better. 🧚🏼🍄

This was a wonderful reminder! I tend to shop when I am stressed, as a way to forget about my problems and I lose myself in just walking around stores...sometimes Thrift stores, but sometimes regular ones as well. You are a very wise young girl!! I am constantly amazed at how I seem to come to your channel and always leave with more inspiration than when I started!! It's why you are right where you need to be! I look forward to another week and another post from You!....As always, take care and blessing...

Your home is everything I could want! What a beautiful person you are and what a beautiful life you are living. Watching your content gives me so much hope of the potential wonderful connections out there and I’m so happy people like you exist.

For a young woman you are wise beyond years and have a good head on your shoulders. Although we have some control on the things that happen in our lives somehow things always fall into place to help us in our journey through life.

I know the struggle. Especially since I moved to the countryside last month! It’s been a wonderful experience but need to find work soon! 😅

Thank you for another beautiful visit, Paola ♥ We do our best, but there will be times in life when we have to trust God for what we cannot manage ourselves. That is when we learn we can rest in His peace and watch Him meet our needs. ♥ ann

Dear Paola, I watch all your wonder-filled videos but rarely comment as they leave me feeling contemplative and thoughtful so I just wanted to say thank you and that I am often thinking of you and your eloquent words. May you always have what you need. Much Love. 🙏Namaste

Oh sweet kind Paola, you have no idea how much I needed to see this video. Today we finalized our bankruptcy case and I have had so many emotions. We had a dogwalking business in a big city for 20 years that we lost to the pandemic. Our debts were beyond what we could pay. Our hearts are broken to lose what was our whole world for so long, feel lost about our future with 2 small children but on the other hand, relieved that the stress is over with a fresh start on the horizon. You are younger than me, but such a wise, old soul. Bless you 🙏 💗

The one tip that I would suggest for money management is to have two bank accounts: one main account and one account for bills and regular payments. At the start of the month transfer enough money to your payments account to cover all of the bills and that way you know that all of the bills are taken care of and everything else can be used without worrying.

prioritizing early investing is so important. if you start in your 20's, by the time you retire the vast majority of savings will be interest growth. this should be taught in all high schools!

Thanks for sharing. Really enjoyed your film while sitting with my morning coffee in a wet and windy Scottish Autumnal morning ❤❤xx

aaagh money. I ask the same question as you - why were we not taught more money and life skills at school. It's a huge subject, many lessons and modules and more; not just touching on the subject as an almost after thought! It's taken me decades to be friends with money and my strap life for my life and biz is now Nourish - Waste Not - Flourish. Your videos are so beautiful and thoughtful - it's my little haven of peace to escape to from the loud busyness of life :)

it amazes me how well you put "common feelings" into words. Regardless of lifestyle, the inner thoughts, hopes, etc. you share are so relatable. The authenticity shines through🧡✨

As always, I deeply enjoy and appreciate your wisdom and how gently you tread the earth. I get satisfaction from creating beauty from what other people toss at the end of their walkways for a garbage truck to pick up. My furniture was someone's unloved item that I transformed into unique and useful home accessories. Sadly, we live in a toss-away and consumer society that I have never fit in. Because of being an individual with imagination, the people who enter my house are always in awe of what I have created from junk. Because of my thriftiness I feel no fear of money issues. I know I have an abundance of inner resources that I have learned on my path through this miraculous, God given, life that will always serve me. Keep sharing your message and showing people how to transform nature into beauty and how large amounts of money isn't needed to have a tranquil and lovely home.

sometimes we find things that makes us forget how the world was without them, this channel is literally priceless, its a place where i go to find peace within, thanks for all the things you do.

Some challenges to survive can be fun because using your creative mind helps you get out of a bind, most of the time. And it surely helps when you hit a dead end road in art. You know, the scary blank piece of paper and pencil.

Your videos have such a calming effect on me. And they inspire me to be more creative and productive in the simple pleasures of life.

These videos brighten up my week with dreams and beauty 🍁🍵

the broom turned out so cute and lovely, it fits with the decoration so well, like a fairytale home

Wow Paola, I feel like we are on the same wavelength here because this video could not have come at a more appropriate time since I'm also working on my relationship to money. It's so wonderful to hear someone else my age talk about how important it is but how it also won't fix everything. Your videos are such a gift. Sending you love !

You are such a talented soulful young lady, knowledgeable and well grounded. I love your craft and art.

Beautiful... your channel is food for the soul.💕 Sending love from Scotland. 💞

I have felt like that since I was a Child, my Dad was manic and spent money crazy fast. He was a very hard worker, but never saved. So I carry this feeling now at 65 even if I am financially secure.

Remember this everything falls into place … life is a journey enjoy the ride ❤️

Hi, I always visit your videos. I love how serene your life is. I hope one day to be able to feel and live the way you are living now. Far from buzzling city and noisy crowd, and far from insincerity of hearts. Thank you for putting my mind at peace when ever I watch you; for giving me hope that one day, my heart will settle in a place I can call home. Have a good day! 💗

Opting to learn to sew and make my own clothes has proven to be exponentially cheaper when I compare prices online for materials vs what the readily made garment was I would’ve spent thousands by now, only to gamble with them fitting right. My fiancé works in a library and we invested in a VPN so we never lack entertainment. When we finish his debt we will be making a nice amount to save up and I am excited.

Very interesting topic & view, I need to re-watch this again. I've calmed my anxiety with money by simplifying. 1st eliminate all unnecessary expenses. 2nd get a realistic amount for the cost of living per month (30 days). 3rd divide that amount by 30 & know your realistic cost of living per day. For me this helps to know where I can save $ & the amount I need to earn on average per day. That is my way of thinking & dealing with money for now but like I said I need to re-watch this because I'm always open to more than one way of doing things. Thank You so much for your video's & their content, you bring me peace & a different view of life I want to appreciate that got lost over time.

Such a great message ... it can be hard to strike the balance. Your broom is excellent ... so beautiful.

I admire how far you've come in your journey and how wise you at such a young age. You are articulate and have knowledge beyond your years. You are likely an old soul that has been here many times. :) I know it isn't always easy to be vulnerable and I admire you for that too. Thank you for your videos and everything you provide to the world. I hope you have a terrific day.

That was very nice Paola thank you. I especially relate that the true safety, the inner peace is trusting in the loving Father..for me it's the Heavenly one 💙💙

Live in the present, but prepare for the future. All we really have is today… yesterday is past, and tomorrow.. well these days who knows ? Enjoy each day…it is a priceless gift..🎁

It's oddly comforting to hear someone else who harbors some deep patterns around abundance, or fear of lack. I've worked on that for decades, and at 51 am feeling much better but still have to be conscious of it. My husband and I sometimes wish we could move out there and have the chance to live in your magical cottage when you move on. Something steeped in nature, silence, beauty. I know it had its challenges but we're both so inspired by nature, that's our dream. By the way, the wreath you made and that gorgeous besom are so beautiful!

Feeling safe is like a carrot on a stick. "If I have this and that, I will be safe." Regarding finances I've been always on a very low level. I learned how to make more from less and can appreciate little things. Rewarding myself with a book for 4 bucks is a joy if this book is one I wanted for long. But what I am realizing now at a point where the financial situation finally comes to an improvement is insecurity about other topics on "what if ..." Feeling supported is not only a material thing, it is far more mental and spiritual.

Very beautiful art work! Your videos are very helpful to me. Thank you.

Thank you for your authenticity Paola. I sincerely appreciated this video 🙏❤️🙏

Your ideas are very wise and your words are so beautiful. You are such a sweet soul, so simple and honest. I thank you fairy, from the bottom of my heart for making me great ! God Bless You Dear Fairy! With love from Sri Lanka!

Querida Paola, lo más común es encontrar personas que no tienen un buen manejo del dinero. Yo soy un caso perdido, aunque he aprendido a no caer en desperdicios ni gastos innecesarios, pero nunca logré tener el hábito del ahorro. Es algo que se aprende o no desde la infancia. Yo te felicito por los importantes cambios que has logrado ya. Tu sencillez y honestidad son una gran inspiración. 🌻

This lady is so amazing. You make look so simple. So delicate yet so handy. Absolutely a keeper.

My heart aligns with the story of longed for peace such as yours. Thank you.

I think being an immigrant from a communist country as a young child, and seeing the hard work of my mom (dad died early), and siblings has taught me to be thrifty, I’m thankful for that. This video perfectly illustrated my thoughts. You illustrate with art & language. Thank you.

It's so important to be open about money and our anxieties around finances, thank you Paola ❤

Can't wait for your book for adults...I'm profoundly amazed how someone so young can know so much.

I’m glad to see a young beautiful woman live out on a countryside by herself. You are brave…I came from a 3rd world country living in America now. The busy life in the big city starting to drive my inner peace and telling me to move out to the countryside and be independent don’t depend on the system. Thanks for sharing a wonderful story of your life. Just my opinion, for business since you are on a big piece of land you can grow organic flower for tea or spices.

I love your thinking! I have found that "quick fixes" can be REALLY costly in the long run. The same with "temporary" items that are intended to "just get by". If it's a "need" or a "want", saving up for it is the best way. Your valley is just beautiful right now! 👍🧵😊

Wonderful wreath and broom!!! Your financial planning sounds great! Keep it up.

I want my life to be a meditation just like yours. Thank you for blessing us with your gifts.

I cannot tell you HOW much I LOVE ur videos!!!! They're so lovely and inspirational 💞💞 Ur so wise for ur age. May Jehova continue to bless and keep you! 🙏🏼💜

What a beautiful broom! Your topic is really relevant for me. Thank you.

I'm so so grateful for the NHS in the UK, where we get looked after and don't after worry about money.

You are an old soul. It is quite a blessing you have parents to help

I would really love to see all those beautiful items you craft gathered together in a book so that I may try and make some of them as well... And it would be such a gorgeous book!

My granddaughter is a senior in college and we have been talking about saving and IRA’s. I think it’s great she started the conversation! That safety issue is a basic need but at the same time is one that most of us never completely have. It has been a dangerous world since the beginning. Don’t put family and house on hold till you feel safe. Thanks for sharing your journey with us - I always share it with my granddaughter.

Once again, everything in each scene considered so the entire frame contributes to each being a small work of art by itself. Such a crafty way of way of talking about money, buying secondhand, or fabricating, yet simultaneously not describing what you're doing and by the end you've made a broom❣

Thank you for sharing your principals for a simple and more environmentally sustainable way of living. You're a great example for all. Be well.

I loved how the bunny crashed the one scene. Serendipity… which is a good thing to celebrate and be accepting of.

I have a feeling it doesn’t matter where you are or where you go -your style will always come through trust in yourself. 💐

Interesting, honest and beautiful. I have lived most of my adult life in a little cottage in the Scottish highlands and my biggest anxiety has always been money or the lack off. That anxiety turns my ideal world into a nightmare at times although thats mostly in my head. I have a make do and mend life which is simple and fulfilling but as I get older I seem to worry more about not getting by. Thank you for your content and best wishes to you.

Not everyone can live in this environment, but we can do our our own little part to do good and live simple, like sacrificing buying new clothes and give to an animal shelter. Do a good deed every year.

I needed to hear this today, thank you. You are a very wise young lady. LOVE your videos.

Lovely and thoughtful video (as always) 🍁🧡 So much of it resonated with me despite our age difference and living in different parts of the world. Cf. the malls you mention, it is so refreshing to see another kind of American life than the ones we’re usually offered via the media. Also, loved the wreath and the broom ☺️

I always love your philosophical wondering, but today that broom making was incredible! I have decided to try it myself, even if all my family believes me to be crazy

Alot of what you do is what our Ancestors did....they MADE stuff they needed from Nature. A homemade broom is wonderful and functional. And in this day and age we have "too much" and we become burdened with it. Only having what you need and a few wants is far better for our minds...I am slowly learning this. Thank you for being who you are....you are AMAZING!!! 😊❤🧹

This is all so true. I too have simplified my life in order to find some peace. It has helped immensely to lower my anxiety. I am glad you found all of this while you are young.

*your transparency is so inspiring to all of us. thank you for your beautiful consistency with your videos.*