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The Mindful Narrowboat

@themindfulnb.bsky.social

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I live on my narrowboat and travel around the UK waterways, taking note of the nature outside my windows and writing poetry about it all. I document what I find in a nature journal and on YouTube. I am also lucky to work for a wonderful Labrador! 🐾🐾🦋🌻

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 1d

youtu.be/KcFzEzvsJCM As I take a gentle cruise in this week's vlog, I am reminded about the incredible, unique waterway system we have and I discover stories and lives along the canal that have shaped it all. I also meet an old friend! Take care 🦋🌻

Utterly Humbled by What's around me on my Narrowboat Home #259

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you so much, Mary! That is so kind of you 🤗

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Alarming discoveries underneath NB Alice Grace this week, as I live in a dry dock but some inspirational stories mean that both my boat and I leave the yard changed for the better. I hope you enjoy it. Take care 🦋🌻

Blown Away, Living in a Dry Dock and Disturbing Findings Under My Narrowboat Home! #258

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 8d

Oh my goodness! Your daughter is incredibly talented. It's too beautiful to eat though x

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 15d

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This week, I show you what it's like to be inside a narrowboat during Storm Amy and why moving in windy conditions, on a steel tube is virtually impossible! Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

A Woman and Her Dog Hide From a Wind Storm in a British Narrowboat Home #257

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 19d

Thank you so much for your kind message. I am so pleased that you find my vlogs helpful like that. Take care 🦋🌻

The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 22d

youtu.be/JNOsVi1q3rs We're running out of boat maintenance days before the winter is upon us and finding the perfect conditions to do it in is a challenge. This week, I try to get more done on the boat, but it doesn't go to plan. Stay safe in Storm Amy everyone! It's crazy out there. Take care 🌻🦋

Will it Be Ready on Time? Getting Stuck into Winter proofing Our Narrowboat Home #256

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 22d

Thank you so much x

The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 22d

Thank you x

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Thank you x

The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 22d

Such wise words. Thank you x

The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 22d

It's beautiful x

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 29d

youtu.be/klSwkQY945Q We've had a bit of a worrying time recently but keeping busy and managing boat life events has really helped us. This vlog shows our narrowboat journey and the incredible things that lifted our spirits. Have a wonderful weekend. Take care 🌻🦋

My Nomadic, Narrowboat Life Has Been More Important Than Ever This Week #255

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · 29d

Thank you so much, Ivan! That's so kind of you. 🌻🦋

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We have been so lucky on the rivers this summer. Sadly, the boat painting has come to a halt but luckily it's because of the much needed rain!

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Sep 12

youtu.be/80w5bKEygxE The tidal Ouse and tricky turn into Selby lock await, but just before we are about to tackle them, we notice a fault in the engine bay! This vlog tells the story of our final farewell to the Ouse. Take care 🌻🦋

We Make A Crucial Last Minute Discovery Before Taking Our Narrowboat Home on Tidal Waters #254

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Sep 12

Oohhh, this looks fab! Thank you so much, Ana; I will give it a read tonight. Take care 🦋🌻

The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Sep 5

youtu.be/1mitzCymRM8 Probably the most direct way of managing the constant stream of boat issues that arise; is to get on and do them...We are trying something different in this week's vlog... Have a lovely weekend! Take care 🦋🌻

Swamped by Boat Chaos! #253

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Sep 5

Let's hope it improves quickly. I'm so pleased that you like the colour. Take care 🌻🦋

The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Aug 29

youtu.be/6IpmrYouhSc This week, something doesn't feel right, but I ignore my gut instinct and do something that I shouldn't have done. I hope you enjoy the vlog. Take care 🦋🌻

Our Forbidden Mooring Turns Into An Unexpected Surprise #252

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Aug 29

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Aug 29

Thank you so much, Ivan. Take care 🌻🦋

The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Aug 22

youtu.be/jIMoOQVLsVE Our narrowboat home is in real need of some renovation and I have decided to tackle it now! Does it go smoothly? You can find out in this week's vlog. Have a super weekend. Take care 🦋🌻

I'm Starting to Regret This! Have I Got What it Takes To Restore Our Narrowboat Home? #251

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The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Aug 22

The condensation is not a major problem on our boat as we have double glazing and good ventilation; the biggest problem is keeping it cool on the very hot days. Thank you for watching the vlogs. Take care 🦋🌻

The Mindful Narrowboat @themindfulnb.bsky.social · Aug 15

youtu.be/eJVBjLprG9E Downsizing to a narrowboat means being very selective with what your store inside. In this week's vlog, I visit an amazing place which inspires me to think about how I use the narrow space that I have to live in. Take care 🦋🌻

How Do I Crush Everything I Love Into This Tiny, Remote Home? #250

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