TheCottageFairy
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Goodbye, for now ❤️
Thank you all for creating such a loving and kind community here! I’ve shed my fair shair of bittersweet tears this week knowing I need to take some time away. I am carrying all the love in my heart. Hope to see you again with good news 🥰
🌸Join my Patreon for My Foundations of Simple Living series and other content while I’m away: patreon.com/bythecottagefairy
📖Pre-order the signed hardback copy of The Cottage Fairy Companion (or just get the more affordable paperback):
➡️ store.mangopublishinggroup.com/products/the-cottage-fairy-companion?_pos=1&_sid=abd63e240&_ss=r (discount applied at checkout)
📖Also available through my local bookstore (also signed, since I work there) ⬇️
- Paperback: www.trailsendbookstore.com/book/9781642509793
- Hardback: www.trailsendbookstore.com/book/9781684812523
➡️Amazon (not signed): amzn.to/3wUuaKA
Other purchase options (including international) available on my linktree: linktr.ee/the_cottage_fairy
🌿My Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/TheCottageFairyArt
❤️No obligation whatsoever, but if you would like to donate to support this channel $8 will get a thank you postcard (my own art) from me in the mail (please note: you must include address in your note so I can send it!). It is much appreciated: www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=HHM6PC6SV23UN
(Now and then a postcard has been returned to me or lost in the mail. If you have not received a postcard e-mail me at endymionmerrill@gmail.com! I send them out once a month, so definitely don’t be too worried if it has been a couple weeks but do contact me if you have any concerns.)
Thank you!
Information and conservation efforts in the beautiful Okanogan County: methowconservancy.org
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Fixing my attention span - healing an exhausted brain12:44Fixing my attention span - healing an exhausted brain
Fixing my attention span - healing an exhausted brain
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In this video I wanted to talk about my attention span, and how it was affected by my internet and phone usage during my college days, often using an otherwise wonderful tool in unhealthy ways, particularly social media. I love technology, but realized I needed to cultivate balance, not addictive habits. I noticed such a big change in my ability to be without stimulation that I decided certain ...
I have no ambition in life - but I feel fine13:07I have no ambition in life - but I feel fine
I have no ambition in life - but I feel fine
zhlédnutí 534KPřed 2 měsíci
In this video I wanted to share a bit about my personal experience letting go of the weight of expectation I put on myself for so many years, and realizing that with each passing day my aspirations and goals felt less necessary in order to feel like I’ve ‘done something’ with my life. I still have things I’d like to do, but I suppose the big change is that I’m not putting pressure on myself to ...
I didn't leave my house for a week - nesting and doing my best12:40I didn't leave my house for a week - nesting and doing my best
I didn't leave my house for a week - nesting and doing my best
zhlédnutí 188KPřed 2 měsíci
I didn't leave my house for a week - nesting and doing my best I appreciate your understanding I didn’t film anything outdoors this week - I’m feeling pretty tired and heavy as my body drastically changes haha! And those pesky hormones cause me to feel a bit out of sorts - but I’m hanging in there and using the down time to chip away at little home projects… though my energy is gone pretty quic...
the most important step I took to live well - ending the negative cycle13:17the most important step I took to live well - ending the negative cycle
the most important step I took to live well - ending the negative cycle
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✨🌿My Etsy shop 🥰 thecottagefairyart.etsy.com 🌸Join my Patreon for livestreams, bonus content, and meditation sessions: patreon.com/bythecottagefairy (I did a livestream on how to make these floral lanterns on my Patreon, but you can also find instructions online by typing in ‘how to make paper lanterns with glue and balloons’ and find something similar) ❤️No obligation whatsoever, but if you wo...
simple home, peaceful mind - a year of frugality and intentional living10:51simple home, peaceful mind - a year of frugality and intentional living
simple home, peaceful mind - a year of frugality and intentional living
zhlédnutí 173KPřed 3 měsíci
Ok, so… this video is a bit all over the place, but it’s the beginning of a big project: a few weeks go my husband and I started a huge and in-depth journey of going through every item in our home to decide how to simplify, minimize our items (while prioritizing our art hobbies and baby supplies, of course) and embrace a new era of living more intentionally, with a focus on slowness, simplicity...
I made some terrible decisions as a small business owner - where I am now22:25I made some terrible decisions as a small business owner - where I am now
I made some terrible decisions as a small business owner - where I am now
zhlédnutí 361KPřed 3 měsíci
I've recently made some bad decisions for my business... in contrast, I've also recently made some of the best decisions for myself as an individual. Nope, nothing magical happened, I didn't find a way to work 'smarter' while still staying true to myself, but we are going to be ok, and healthier and happier because of it. I wanted to talk about this, perhaps to deglamorize my experience being s...
questions and answers: my 5 year relationship, dealing with regret, and why you won't see my baby15:56questions and answers: my 5 year relationship, dealing with regret, and why you won't see my baby
questions and answers: my 5 year relationship, dealing with regret, and why you won't see my baby
zhlédnutí 224KPřed 4 měsíci
questions and answers: 5 year relationship, dealing with regret, and why you won't see my baby ✨🌿My Etsy shop 🥰 thecottagefairyart.etsy.com Join my Patreon for meditation and journaling sessions: patreon.com/bythecottagefairy 🦋Instagram: the_cottage_fairy ❤️No obligation whatsoever, but if you would like to donate to support this channel $8 will get a thank you postcard (my own a...
learning about life in a winter cottage - what the season has taught me11:38learning about life in a winter cottage - what the season has taught me
learning about life in a winter cottage - what the season has taught me
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learning about life in a winter cottage - what the season has taught me I have always been working on my sense of self-trust and self-esteem, but last year has made me realize I still have a lot of progress I wish to make. In this video I wanted to share in hopes of encouraging you to embrace a year of growth as well, and support you on your own journey as well! Join my Patreon for daily medita...
I'm not sure how to trust myself - trying to find self-confidence12:09I'm not sure how to trust myself - trying to find self-confidence
I'm not sure how to trust myself - trying to find self-confidence
zhlédnutí 202KPřed 4 měsíci
✨🌿My Etsy shop is OPEN! 🥰 thecottagefairyart.etsy.com I'm not sure how to trust myself - trying to gain self-confidence In this video I wanted to talk about self-trust, and how I've realized I need to practice more self-confidence and strengthen my belief in my ability to make decisions and move through life with a more self-assured attitude. It's not an easy thing to develop, but one I have re...
a personal update + we found out the gender of our baby ❤️4:44a personal update + we found out the gender of our baby ❤️
a personal update + we found out the gender of our baby ❤️
zhlédnutí 196KPřed 4 měsíci
a personal update we found out the gender of our baby ❤️ 🍄My Patreon: patreon.com/bythecottagefairy ✨🌿My Etsy shop will re-open January 14th! 🥰 thecottagefairyart.etsy.com 🦋Instagram: the_cottage_fairy ❤️No obligation whatsoever, but if you would like to donate to support this channel $8 will get a thank you postcard (my own art) from me in the mail (please note: you must include...
home alone in winter (+ a special announcement)8:29home alone in winter (+ a special announcement)
home alone in winter (+ a special announcement)
zhlédnutí 251KPřed 5 měsíci
🍄My Patreon: patreon.com/bythecottagefairy Hello everyone! I hope you've had a lovely year and I'm so excited for the next. I hope you enjoy this simple little video. I was a bit unwell this week again so I was not able to do anything too fancy but appreciate you being here nonetheless. Thank you for supporting my work as a storyteller and artist! I am doing a temporary Patreon account from Jan...
A blessing and heartfelt message for the new year3:32A blessing and heartfelt message for the new year
A blessing and heartfelt message for the new year
zhlédnutí 142KPřed 5 měsíci
A blessing and heartfelt message for the new year Sending so much love! Hope your new year is wonderful - full of laughter and tears, joy and sorrow, love and renewal, every little bit of it reminds us we are alive. Merry Christmas if you are celebrating and happy holidays and festive well wishes for what else you may be celebrating! Hope that all your festivities bring you peace and joy. ❤️No ...
I finally learned to take care of myself - expanding my world8:46I finally learned to take care of myself - expanding my world
I finally learned to take care of myself - expanding my world
zhlédnutí 202KPřed 5 měsíci
I finally learned to take care of myself - expanding my world In this video I wanted to recap a bit of my journey towards better mental and physical health by making small but sustainable changes in my daily life, hopefully to encourage all of you who are trying to make some lifestyle changes for the new year! After hitting a particular low in my life, I decided to try to learn to be my best fr...
How I will be making 2024 the best year yet - preparing for a new era11:08How I will be making 2024 the best year yet - preparing for a new era
How I will be making 2024 the best year yet - preparing for a new era
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How I will be making 2024 the best year yet - preparing for a new era (embrace fearlessly the unknown) To clarify something I said: I have always considered the first day of true winter to be on the winter solstice, but I realize that many also consider November 30th to be the last day of autumn, so I suppose I’m ‘technically’ a winter baby, or maybe a fall/winter baby, whatever you want to thi...
I’ve been tired my entire life - the art of actually resting17:39I’ve been tired my entire life - the art of actually resting
I’ve been tired my entire life - the art of actually resting
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I’ve been tired my entire life - the art of actually resting
looking forward to change after a lifetime of staying in my comfort zone8:49looking forward to change after a lifetime of staying in my comfort zone
looking forward to change after a lifetime of staying in my comfort zone
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looking forward to change after a lifetime of staying in my comfort zone
becoming a mother and leaving youtube someday7:55becoming a mother and leaving youtube someday
becoming a mother and leaving youtube someday
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becoming a mother and leaving youtube someday
on living a ‘boring’ life - accepting a gentle daily existence13:00on living a ‘boring’ life - accepting a gentle daily existence
on living a ‘boring’ life - accepting a gentle daily existence
zhlédnutí 298KPřed 7 měsíci
on living a ‘boring’ life - accepting a gentle daily existence
"rest is not idleness" - another pace of life in a forest cottage12:50"rest is not idleness" - another pace of life in a forest cottage
"rest is not idleness" - another pace of life in a forest cottage
zhlédnutí 196KPřed 7 měsíci
"rest is not idleness" - another pace of life in a forest cottage
the challenge of finding true friends10:07the challenge of finding true friends
the challenge of finding true friends
zhlédnutí 269KPřed 8 měsíci
the challenge of finding true friends
I am on a budget this autumn - living simply for the season10:17I am on a budget this autumn - living simply for the season
I am on a budget this autumn - living simply for the season
zhlédnutí 250KPřed 8 měsíci
I am on a budget this autumn - living simply for the season
Hello there :)4:15Hello there :)
Hello there :)
zhlédnutí 169KPřed 8 měsíci
Hello there :)
give yourself permission to be happy and heal10:33give yourself permission to be happy and heal
give yourself permission to be happy and heal
zhlédnutí 248KPřed 8 měsíci
give yourself permission to be happy and heal
what it’s like to work as a bookseller - 9 hour shift at a small town bookstore ($17 hour)13:03what it’s like to work as a bookseller - 9 hour shift at a small town bookstore ($17 hour)
what it’s like to work as a bookseller - 9 hour shift at a small town bookstore ($17 hour)
zhlédnutí 400KPřed 9 měsíci
what it’s like to work as a bookseller - 9 hour shift at a small town bookstore ($17 hour)
I am not who you think I am14:45I am not who you think I am
I am not who you think I am
zhlédnutí 353KPřed 9 měsíci
I am not who you think I am
a new start - a work update and being a bit emotional9:41a new start - a work update and being a bit emotional
a new start - a work update and being a bit emotional
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a new start - a work update and being a bit emotional
a casual week in my life - antique shopping and home update11:02a casual week in my life - antique shopping and home update
a casual week in my life - antique shopping and home update
zhlédnutí 148KPřed 9 měsíci
a casual week in my life - antique shopping and home update
the forgotten art of monotasking - an antidote for a stressed world11:35the forgotten art of monotasking - an antidote for a stressed world
the forgotten art of monotasking - an antidote for a stressed world
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the forgotten art of monotasking - an antidote for a stressed world
my fairytale book recommendations + book shopping9:16my fairytale book recommendations + book shopping
my fairytale book recommendations + book shopping
zhlédnutí 131KPřed 10 měsíci
my fairytale book recommendations book shopping

Komentáře

  • @Sofia-ks8lt
    @Sofia-ks8lt Před hodinou

    💖💖💖💖💖💖

  • @sueklopfenstein2510
    @sueklopfenstein2510 Před 2 hodinami

    Be blessed as you become a parent. You will be a beautiful and loving mom. Your son is so lucky.

  • @angelalacy1194
    @angelalacy1194 Před 2 hodinami

    Congratulations! Just follow your heart and everything will fall into place.

  • @Geek-pt1kf
    @Geek-pt1kf Před 2 hodinami

    I'm 20 years old and I dream of living alone in a house like this... I guess I'm going to have to work really hard for this.

  • @biba350
    @biba350 Před 6 hodinami

    As a child I didn't have many friends now as mature woman I don't have any friends I live alone sometimes I don't mind so much there are days when I'd like even one friend 6 months ago my long term relationship ended now apart from visiting my grown up children who have there own lives I feel completely alone Beautiful video it's nice to know that there are others like myself

  • @tranformbites
    @tranformbites Před 6 hodinami

    I found you on the last day? Huh, what an impact already. Wishing you a peaceful motherhood journey and looking forward to have you back

  • @biancas2639
    @biancas2639 Před 7 hodinami

    I hope everything has gone well with your birth 🧡 I DO miss your videos, the peace they bring 💜

  • @LadyZaZaSol
    @LadyZaZaSol Před 8 hodinami

    You sound like Infinity from Magnetize Yourself!

  • @user-lj2ku5rj8x
    @user-lj2ku5rj8x Před 9 hodinami

    Your energy is pure perfection. You inspire me daily. The world needs more people like you.

  • @user-mk8tf9fy7l
    @user-mk8tf9fy7l Před 11 hodinami

    Paola when u coming in video it’s been so long ❤ we are waiting you

  • @jensmith9288
    @jensmith9288 Před 11 hodinami

    Oh my goodness ❤🥹

  • @tranformbites
    @tranformbites Před 13 hodinami

    what a beautiful presence

  • @knightmare2121
    @knightmare2121 Před 13 hodinami

    Omgggg... It gives me peace and comfort 🤍 🥺🥺🥺...

  • @rossySousa9717
    @rossySousa9717 Před 14 hodinami

    I love you Paola! I love who you are and everything you do. Just be happy do whatever makes you happy I always like and love the cottage fairy 🧚 God bless you and your family 🙏🙏🙏

  • @doniyorartikov8307
    @doniyorartikov8307 Před 15 hodinami

    You very beautiful va cute

  • @user-lj2ku5rj8x
    @user-lj2ku5rj8x Před 17 hodinami

    You make me feel so peaceful and calm when I’m extremely anxious. ❤

  • @reemanegta
    @reemanegta Před 17 hodinami

    W̺a̺w̺o̺o̺ y̺o̺u̺r̺ s̺i̺d̺e̺ n̺a̺t̺u̺r̺e̺ i̺s̺ s̺o̺ o̺s̺m̺

  • @littlesponges7463
    @littlesponges7463 Před 18 hodinami

    After one month.....revisiting her videos 😢 We miss you ❤❤️ God bless you & your little family ❤️

  • @AliceRelaxCooking-ob4ih
    @AliceRelaxCooking-ob4ih Před 19 hodinami

    I like this video so much <3

  • @ravenswood118
    @ravenswood118 Před 21 hodinou

    With age, I've come to realize ambition is an immature trait. Women need to have enough ambition to take care of themselves, of course. Being dependent on partners is no good. You always need to be able to leave. But beyond that....why does your name need to be on buildings? It's a trick of the ego.

  • @stymiedagain
    @stymiedagain Před dnem

    As a librarian, I think you'd be an excellent children's book illustrator and I suspect author as well. Your voice is also particularly well suited to the audiobook genre. I think you have so much potential in so many areas, and I'd be willing to bet you would have been a great ballerina.

  • @kenny99888
    @kenny99888 Před dnem

    Looks like Port Merrien cups. We use have those and Port Merrien dishes. Very Pretty. 😊

  • @MarthaMcCrum
    @MarthaMcCrum Před dnem

    Your words resonated with me so much. All the best with your pregnancy and labour dear Paola xo

  • @user-kj9nw7re1c
    @user-kj9nw7re1c Před dnem

    I realized that I must pay attention to myself and find what I love to do and not live in my circumstances (easy to say) Your videos inspire me to do just this 🌹

  • @user-kj9nw7re1c
    @user-kj9nw7re1c Před dnem

    I hear you loud and clear not only your voice and love to hear your wisdom you are sharing with all of us , I was able to relate thank you ❤

  • @NicesArtsHome
    @NicesArtsHome Před dnem

    Thank you so, so much for being here on youtube and being such a blessing for us!🙏♥️ May God Bless you and your family always! 🙏🏻👍 I know you'll be a wonderful mother!🙏🏻👩‍🍼 Big Hugs and Kisses from this Portuguese subscriber!😘🙋🏼‍♀️🇵🇹♥️♥️♥️

  • @vandaanderson2461
    @vandaanderson2461 Před dnem

    Thank you

  • @vandaanderson2461
    @vandaanderson2461 Před dnem

    Thank you for sharing your life story

  • @beautyinsideout6422
    @beautyinsideout6422 Před dnem

    Then why are you making videos? Isn’t making videos to grow in CZcams an ambition?

  • @kishanagarwal658
    @kishanagarwal658 Před dnem

    Wise living amidst hard environment and hard circumstances is really admirable. 👍👍

  • @grettalemabouchou6779
    @grettalemabouchou6779 Před dnem

    Bless you ❤️

  • @thenotebook838
    @thenotebook838 Před dnem

    I want to live like you....

  • @DanielEWest-st6xt
    @DanielEWest-st6xt Před dnem

    Does anyone know if Paola had her baby yet? No news anywhere.

  • @user-jj9gq2cv8w
    @user-jj9gq2cv8w Před dnem

    Can I receive a post card too? ❤

  • @user-jj9gq2cv8w
    @user-jj9gq2cv8w Před dnem

    I love the place Your living. 😊

  • @OmnyaKhalel
    @OmnyaKhalel Před dnem

    🥹🤍🫶🏻

  • @abdullahc6931
    @abdullahc6931 Před dnem

    Dream life

  • @blocksandtulips8436
    @blocksandtulips8436 Před dnem

    What a treasure you are ❣️how God must smile on you❣️❣️❣️❣️

  • @Janemedia1
    @Janemedia1 Před 2 dny

    Prayers for a healthy, happy delivery and wonderful life with your little miracle.

  • @mauricaribon9819
    @mauricaribon9819 Před 2 dny

    We can relate towards one another ❤

  • @victoriaroe8977
    @victoriaroe8977 Před 2 dny

    Beautiful Soul 💗👑✨️🎵🎶

  • @debbiewilson7525
    @debbiewilson7525 Před 2 dny

    You have a beautiful life and have given all of your followers a gift. Thank you for sharing. I especially enjoy your adorable dog and cat. Life is precious.

  • @varsharajput4166
    @varsharajput4166 Před 2 dny

    two exams back to back, suffering relationship, n constant cribbing abt why things werent working my way... i feel so much at ease with this video.. thank you for reminding me.. grounding me ..cottage fairy..❤️

  • @iwillrest4155
    @iwillrest4155 Před 2 dny

    So refreshing to hear a message like this! Just do your own thing and be honest with yourself and you'll do fine.

  • @TiagoRamosVideos
    @TiagoRamosVideos Před 2 dny

    Great video 👌 extraordinary message 🙏

  • @Studytime-qo5nw
    @Studytime-qo5nw Před 2 dny

    May your child get our blessings too❤️❤️❤️

  • @DaisyEye
    @DaisyEye Před 2 dny

    I want the cake recipe! I want all your recipes!

  • @tbryan9014
    @tbryan9014 Před 2 dny

    Thank you for sharing your lovely home. You have such a peaceful, sweet way about you that is so pleasant. Watching and listening to your videos is a reminder that there still is beauty in this very changed world. Thank you.