the end of a chapter: time to come home

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  • čas přidán 4. 07. 2024
  • Back to narrowboats we go!
    We're a tiny bit sad to leave our French adventure behind but we're really excited to get started on some good projects we've got waiting.
    x

Komentáře • 156

  • @StephandPete
    @StephandPete Před 3 dny +27

    So lovely to finally meet you three!!! Thanks for making the schlep to Falmouth and for enduring the wet boat ride with us. We had a blast. Until next time! -S

    • @HollyTheCafeBoat
      @HollyTheCafeBoat  Před 3 dny +3

      May there be many wet boat rides in our future! Thanks for being the hosts with the most(s?) xxx

  • @susieb7140
    @susieb7140 Před 3 dny +50

    Williams education far exceeds most childrens life experiences. You both are wonderful parents.x

    • @caterinas6863
      @caterinas6863 Před 2 dny +4

      I hope they home school him

    • @caterinas6863
      @caterinas6863 Před 2 dny

      @@JDESP you don’t need school to socialise

    • @caterinas6863
      @caterinas6863 Před 2 dny

      @@JDESP you can lean all the things you listed above while being homeschooled, believe me

    • @caterinas6863
      @caterinas6863 Před dnem +3

      @@JDESP the outside world isn’t in a school! Home schooling, if done properly, exposes children to the real world, and fosters inter generational relationships… Neither of us is going to change our mind and that’s okay, but I’m just explaining my view (and I’m happy to read yours even though I disagree).

    • @Getlostandwander
      @Getlostandwander Před dnem +1

      ⁠It's not selfish and schools teadh them to not have critical and to get sucked into group think. Homeschooling allows children to learn to how to work with all age groups, to work independently and cooperatively, and to follow their passions. With the governmental brainwashing through public schools I would never put my kids in public school again.

  • @mishkawp8200
    @mishkawp8200 Před 2 dny +10

    Wow, what a fabulous trip. Lovely to end it with friends. William has done so well - I know we don’t see the grumpy, tired behaviour but for a small boy he has been fantastic. We done to you parents!!

  • @paisleyjane9606
    @paisleyjane9606 Před 3 dny +14

    I think people who live in Plymouth should call themselves " Plymsouls". They probably will not agree.

    • @Demun1649
      @Demun1649 Před 2 dny

      Are those the shoes that always smell of sweaty footsies?

  • @craigkaschan4822
    @craigkaschan4822 Před 2 dny +2

    Can’t believe how fast William has grown. Joe is gorgeous just love that infectious smile and English accent. Victor is a very fortunate man.

  • @darlene9154
    @darlene9154 Před 3 dny +14

    William is so sweet with all animals. He is darling. ❤❤

  • @fgansell
    @fgansell Před 3 dny +11

    Awesome trip to France, thank you, i hadn't seen Steph and Pete in ages either, love the singing from the party boat at the end. Thanks for taking us.

  • @andrewwright9512
    @andrewwright9512 Před 3 dny +6

    If anyone has watched all of your episodes and not realised how much not a morning person you are, Vic, they haven’t been paying attention. 😂
    William is a gem. You’re doing great in your parenting. It’s beautiful to watch.
    Be well.

  • @johnbolton8606
    @johnbolton8606 Před 2 dny +4

    Excellent video and narration. Once again a Massive Thanks to the PTron Crew for their sponsership.

  • @adel3529
    @adel3529 Před 3 dny +4

    William goes 'oh a kayak' so sweet.

  • @davidbamford4721
    @davidbamford4721 Před 2 dny +1

    I really enjoyed my week in Brittany in 2000. I loved the old buildings in the towns, I loved trying out my schoolboy French and especially the rural celebrations on Bastille Day. There were demonstrations of old rural activities; ploughing behind a pair of cob horses, mowing long grass with a scythe (different pattern to an English one) and the crepes, oh yes, the crepes!

  • @lisabelle1960
    @lisabelle1960 Před 3 dny +8

    William is a perfect combination of you both and ever so clever

  • @christinehammell6365
    @christinehammell6365 Před 2 dny +2

    Love being on holiday with you guys and ofcourse William. Brings back memories of holidays with my grandchildren . They still talk about our trips with affection so definitely worth the effort . xxx

  • @Outsourcingideabyjahed
    @Outsourcingideabyjahed Před 3 dny +10

    This post is so beautifully written. It really captures the bittersweet emotions of closing one chapter and starting a new one thanks .

  • @amandaharrison4348
    @amandaharrison4348 Před 2 dny +2

    You've brought back lots of lovely memories as my daughter lives in Cammeret Sur Mer and Brest is her nearest large town which was totally rebuilt after the war as it was flattened. You've been to many of the places I've been to with her. I came back via St Malo it's so beautiful there x

  • @clivebuckland6902
    @clivebuckland6902 Před 3 dny +3

    Lovely Vlog as usual. Amazing how you get around with all your gear and a two year old, walking and catching your various modes of transport. I find it always a bit sad at the end of a lovely holiday, but at the same time it’s good to get back to your own bed and surroundings Thank You for sharing

  • @jamesellsworth9673
    @jamesellsworth9673 Před dnem +1

    Now I am looking forward to seeing what new baked items you have been inspired to make!

  • @suzieq2958
    @suzieq2958 Před 2 dny +3

    Did William actually just excitedly say "oh Kayaks"?!! 🤩 Bless his little cotton socks 💜💜💜
    And actually how does he even know that " that is lovely"?! Well seasoned traveller there!!
    This was so much fun with your combined sense of humour x💜
    Jo talking about " how does ;[the captain] do that, once asked the Isle of Wight captain the same question and he said" see that tree" 😂😂😂

  • @katherinewhatman3542
    @katherinewhatman3542 Před 3 dny +4

    Thank you for taking us with you on holiday. I enjoyed every minute xxxx

  • @user-nt8ck4zg4z
    @user-nt8ck4zg4z Před 3 dny +7

    Well what a trip you have been. Quite an adventure. You have both done so well coping with a little toddler and all your travel transport.
    Thank you for taking us along. I hope you feel as refreshed as can be and not too exhausted.

  • @janeingram7331
    @janeingram7331 Před 3 dny +8

    William is such a trooper. Great video. thanks. Jane, Philadelphia

  • @lynnb_and_ky_springer_spaniel

    It's so lovely watching your adventures and little William is so grown up for his age. Like my grandson, he loves the wildlife doesn't he. My grandson found a crab claw once and he would not let us get rid; had it for months! 😅 He's 11 now and still remembers it 🥰 So glad you all enjoyed a lovely break in France 🥰

  • @dennismatthews6660
    @dennismatthews6660 Před 2 dny +2

    Thank you. You are such good storytellers. And videographers.

  • @beverleybutler7685
    @beverleybutler7685 Před 2 dny +1

    All that travelling dudes, you done well taking us along for the ride! Bless yur hearts ❤

  • @deborahreynolds1552
    @deborahreynolds1552 Před 2 dny +2

    Most people would not consider what you have done for a short trip away with many hours and days taken up with the getting there bit, let alone with a toddler in tow, personally it is my favourite way to travel the journey is sometimes the best part, the destination just a bonus. Makes me feel like I just took a short break without having to plan or lift a finger, just sit back and take it all in, If only you could pass me some of that food I would be right there! Love It!

  • @MrFroglips69
    @MrFroglips69 Před 2 dny +1

    Such a groovy and very exciting episode through France. I love riding on trains. You guys are beyond lucky. Please edit a greatest hits of your trip for us.

  • @christyseakiki8574
    @christyseakiki8574 Před 2 dny

    You make well told stories with effective visuals, so many short cuts, efficient words - bravo! Crossing the street in Plymouth, so many cars, I felt the anxiety of crossing a busy street. And it goes on.. delightful!

  • @kimbolton2842
    @kimbolton2842 Před 2 dny +1

    What an amazing time away. Just amazes me how you work all your travel times and trains ECT. You have inspired me to start looking into this. Thank you for sharing your life with us. William is so funny he does make me laugh😂
    Hope you have a good week 👍

  • @JuliaHopewell
    @JuliaHopewell Před 2 dny +1

    Welcome home! We managed to catch up with you by the skin of our teeth (before you left your boat). It was so good to see William, surrounded by your lovely family, Jo 😀. It had been raining on that Sunday; but although you were closing up for the day you still managed a coffee for us both. (Thank you, Victor). We are watching this during the coldest temperatures that the Australian Eastern Seaboard has seen for many many years; but we are very happy to be back in Tassie. Hopefully see you again in about three years 😆.

  • @carole3734
    @carole3734 Před dnem

    Thanks for taking us on a lovely trip with you! That Ferry looked really lovely! Glad you made the most of it all and met up with your friends on the way back. Look after yourselves.😊

  • @jadepasse1803
    @jadepasse1803 Před 2 dny

    Thanks for sharing your adventures with me! I felt like I was on the trip! Great scenery! You’re an adorable family!

  • @gail9906
    @gail9906 Před 3 dny +2

    It has been such lovely holiday memories, a nice break from it all. William is so lucky to have such wonderful parents. His roadmap in life is overflowing with exciting adventures and possibilities. 🧸❤️🇦🇺🦘

  • @brianclarke7169
    @brianclarke7169 Před 3 dny +1

    Nice break for the family, not a cake in sight. Well done.

  • @revonda5204
    @revonda5204 Před 2 dny +1

    I'm so sad "we" are leaving France! We've had a wonderful trip! 😂 Thank you! 😊

  • @dr.chrismort8448
    @dr.chrismort8448 Před 2 dny +1

    Lovely videography 👍. Captured your journey perfectly

  • @jillychandler
    @jillychandler Před dnem

    I do not know how you do it guys! So much travelling, and with young William too. You are amazing. xxx

  • @adeliepenguin
    @adeliepenguin Před dnem

    We spent a lovely autumnal week in Quimper exploring the local area. Day cabin with a toddler is a must on the ferry, just to have a base!
    My husband is from Plymouth and I grew up 20 miles down the road, you were definitely being hoodwinked by a sunny day 😂 but the Plymouth-Roscoff ferry is fantastic for hopping over to France. Spent many a happy holiday week in Brittany as a child ❤
    Travelling with a toddler is just the best, seeing the world from their perspective and exploring in a different way, what a brilliant experience for William!

  • @Demun1649
    @Demun1649 Před 2 dny +1

    When I travelled, I always had to resist writing on the toilet walls. "Life is much better, after a BIG POOH".

  • @maureenlowther7621
    @maureenlowther7621 Před 3 dny +5

    Loved the vlog William is such a delightful little boy and he is fast growing up.❤️❤️

  • @arthurkettle3010
    @arthurkettle3010 Před 2 dny +1

    Killer editing on this one Vic ..hats off 🤟

  • @paultaylor9652
    @paultaylor9652 Před dnem

    I remember going to Brittany as a child. You brought some good memories back to me, so thanks for that, guys. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. Great video as always when you go travelling.

  • @PhilPage227
    @PhilPage227 Před 2 dny +1

    Brilliant, entertaining video, thank you.

  • @jaysmith8199
    @jaysmith8199 Před 2 dny +1

    Plymothians my luvver 😊
    Some nice parts but flattened during the war. City centre is monolithic blocks.
    The Hoe which looks ove r Plymouth Sound where you came in is lovely, as is the Barbican, Mayflower Steps/ Pilgrim Fathers etc.
    Built on 7 hills, gets you fit!

  • @wendycrooks875
    @wendycrooks875 Před 3 dny +2

    My Grandparents lived around Plymouth when I was a child and we holidayed every year in Devon. There’s Plymouth Hoe with Smeaton’s Tower and back in the 60’s, an outside swimming pool. I absolutely loved it as a child, some very happy memories!

  • @ianlove3
    @ianlove3 Před 3 dny +1

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @justinlinnane8043
    @justinlinnane8043 Před 3 dny +5

    You should do a summer in France with the cafe boat !! the french would go insane for all your English cakes !! Tres chic to them !!

  • @jackirichards8789
    @jackirichards8789 Před 3 dny +3

    William has really grown up!! X so lovely

  • @jonathansmythe6273
    @jonathansmythe6273 Před 2 dny +1

    Plymothian aka Janner. The barbican is lovely, & some excellent fish & chips.

  • @LizzieBridge
    @LizzieBridge Před 2 dny

    Lovely video. I heard someone say recently, don’t be sad something is over, be glad you did it. Good advice.

  • @lyndamiller2623
    @lyndamiller2623 Před 3 dny +1

    Cracking video guys, I was exhausted watching it , goodness knows how you all felt 😀

  • @simonhouldsworth6513
    @simonhouldsworth6513 Před 3 dny +1

    What a brilliant video - thank you!

  • @cathythompson8734
    @cathythompson8734 Před 2 dny

    Brilliant! Love every minute of your travel vlogs.

  • @jackiehanning8808
    @jackiehanning8808 Před 2 dny

    Great video yet again .
    Thankyou

  • @ajarnsteve1958
    @ajarnsteve1958 Před 2 dny

    Another great video to watch. I love how you put it all together and get an entertaining and funny result.

  • @marllyburnett4433
    @marllyburnett4433 Před 3 dny

    Oh this was so calming and lovely, thank you so much you three xxx such joy watching your stories of life.

  • @camdenmcandrews
    @camdenmcandrews Před dnem

    When we Texans took at three-week trip Down Under, the bit of America that we most missed was... pizza! Got back to Los Angeles late in the evening, too weary to go out, and ordered up pizza from room service at the Hyatt Regency. For Jo, it was canned beans!

  • @nopenope6286
    @nopenope6286 Před 2 dny

    I Am fascinated by all of your travels. Thank you for this video. So glad you had time away.

  • @joannabrown2995
    @joannabrown2995 Před 2 dny

    So loved this series ✌️🥰

  • @johnland5042
    @johnland5042 Před 2 dny

    AWESOME YOU THREE!!!

  • @sandrakent8049
    @sandrakent8049 Před 3 dny

    Amazing trip you've had and sure you back to be on home ground with lovely memories ❤

  • @terrisantiago9128
    @terrisantiago9128 Před 23 hodinami

    What a lovely time

  • @kertmustapha2367
    @kertmustapha2367 Před 18 hodinami

    Beautiful Video. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @59kiwilass
    @59kiwilass Před 2 dny

    Absolutely loved watching your holiday videos. Thanks for sharing. Have a great week.

  • @natashab2304
    @natashab2304 Před 3 dny +1

    Fabulous as always!! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @hymek7017
    @hymek7017 Před 3 dny +1

    Every time I see one of your videos, I think the next one can't be as good as this one and every time I'm wrong. 😂😊

  • @clairereid6974
    @clairereid6974 Před 3 dny +2

    Fab vlog (as ever) and I can’t believe you guys were right on our doorstep (we live about a mile from the station at Truro) we take the little Falmouth train often as it’s soooo adorable! Lovely to see you on your hols! ♥️🐚

  • @maryannknox7158
    @maryannknox7158 Před 3 dny

    I simply loved 🥰 all the Holiday adventures to France 🇫🇷 and back thank you 🙏 so much for sharing your experiences with us all

  • @frankquevedo6001
    @frankquevedo6001 Před 2 dny

    It is Always a real treat viewing you journeys. Wheather in the UK, EUROPE OR SPAIN & Place unknown. A real pleasure. Haul away Jo🎶🎵

  • @shirleygreaves9650
    @shirleygreaves9650 Před dnem

    Lovely vlog, welcome back to England. I enjoyed watching your travels but it looked exhausting. William is a delight as always. Stay safe all of you. xxx

  • @franktuckwell196
    @franktuckwell196 Před 2 dny

    Great trip, stay safe.

  • @alanlake5220
    @alanlake5220 Před 3 dny

    Loved your mini French Holiday

  • @sandramuis7430
    @sandramuis7430 Před 3 dny

    Lovely trip. I so enjoyed the adventure…..👍😁

  • @maidbloke
    @maidbloke Před 2 dny

    Fab editing of a great trip!

  • @lizslater5607
    @lizslater5607 Před 3 dny +1

    Great video thank you for taking us with you . I tried to buy another of your cookbooks for a friend but they say they are sold out , look forward to when they are back in stock . I have made some of your cakes and everyone loves them , thank you for your inspiration xxx

  • @user-tn5sk2ox5n
    @user-tn5sk2ox5n Před dnem

    Enjoyed every minute of your trip .As they say in Cornwall PROPER JOB ..💑🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

  • @ianandmaureen9518
    @ianandmaureen9518 Před 2 dny

    Lovely to see you back on English soil again. You have had such a wonderful sojourne in France but I am looking forward to seeing you back on Holly. Shame we didn't see the route to Macclesfield and then on to Bollington.

  • @patriciagassor4497
    @patriciagassor4497 Před 3 dny +1

    Loved all of that, do not know how you do it, must have been a few wobbly moments with William but he just takes it all in his stride so well done on a great tour again

  • @alanschultz3858
    @alanschultz3858 Před 2 dny

    it was a great few days away such lovely places

  • @jayb429
    @jayb429 Před 3 dny

    It's lovely there. I stayed in hotel just by those steps when I caught the very back to Portsmouth. You make everything seem so simple! x

  • @user-ud4ns9sm6b
    @user-ud4ns9sm6b Před 2 dny +1

    Roscoff, famous for onions !

  • @fionabutler-kg7sv
    @fionabutler-kg7sv Před 3 dny

    Lovely trip all been good, and exploring different places, now the ferry , nearly home see you Sunday at the cafe

  • @dave64340
    @dave64340 Před 18 hodinami

    Good stuff!

  • @hughcarson6837
    @hughcarson6837 Před 2 dny

    Well done

  • @ginnypeckham4022
    @ginnypeckham4022 Před 3 dny +2

    Falmouth is a wonderful place to live, even in the winter.

  • @lindataylor6835
    @lindataylor6835 Před 3 dny

    loverly vlog folks ! it's a good thing you are young and fit because your trip sure looked like a loy of work !

  • @suehall3298
    @suehall3298 Před 2 dny

    Hope got home in one piece thank for taking us on your trip 🤗👍🍰☕🍰☕💐 see you in the next one 🌹🌹🌹
    Love Sue ❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

  • @bradleybolton3843
    @bradleybolton3843 Před 3 dny

    Great vlogs guys

  • @AS-jm9uk
    @AS-jm9uk Před 2 dny +1

    Good video 💚

  • @garyheap3780
    @garyheap3780 Před 3 dny +1

    Great that you had such a good time in France. A pity that we didn't get to say "hi" when you were in the Niort and La Rochelle vicinity, but maybe next time. After the video in Roscoff, I think we'll be looking to visit there and maybe stay a couple of days.

  • @ginnypeckham4022
    @ginnypeckham4022 Před 3 dny +3

    William's hat! 😂

  • @Saarvl-sl5zz
    @Saarvl-sl5zz Před 3 dny

  • @davidtulloch5650
    @davidtulloch5650 Před 20 hodinami

    I have really loved this segment of your journeys. You wouldn't remember this at all but in ?Sept 2021 I ambled up the Erewash and you were refurbishing Holly not far above Trent Lock. I don't think that William was even a twinkle in your eyes then! I have followed your saga since then. Even allowing for your editing I think William's language skills are outstanding. Enjoy your next adventure. David from Nb Kotuku.

  • @richardstreet7518
    @richardstreet7518 Před dnem

    Roscoff train has been a bus for a long time now like a lot of SNCF . Great vlog...love Roscoff !! The cruise ferry Pont Aven usually sails Plymouth to Spain...

  • @user-xm1cq6es9b
    @user-xm1cq6es9b Před 3 dny

    Nice to be going Home

  • @miketipping1583
    @miketipping1583 Před 2 dny

    People from Plymouth are called Janners... And it's like Coventry by the sea, but in a good way. As someone who has lived in Coventry and Plymouth the Sea makes up for a lot and seaside Devon, Cornwall and Dartmoor are all a bike ride away.

  • @stephenworthington8508

    Take care 🎉

  • @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204

    good see you back on the cut

  • @robertwatson9840
    @robertwatson9840 Před 2 dny

    Plymouth is a nice city to have a look around

  • @Roamingthecotswolds
    @Roamingthecotswolds Před 2 dny

    Really enjoyed your revent travel vlogs

  • @teresasteele5327
    @teresasteele5327 Před 3 dny +1

    My daughter and family live in Plymouth, we live in St Austell in Cornwall. Falmouth is lovely for sure, but the last four years have seen a decline in all towns up and down the country, Cornwall no exception. Still a lovely place though.