Too Soon for Christmas? Holiday Vibes, Banana Bread & Cozy Simmer Pot Tips!

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  • Опубликовано: 16 ноя 2024

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  • @kaceykelly7222
    @kaceykelly7222 6 часов назад +1

    I am viewing this from a very depressed America, Nov 16. The music, the lights & colors, and thoughts of hot banana bread have lifted my spirits!
    Now I can go do some good in the world 🥰

  • @darlenetremblay4173
    @darlenetremblay4173 4 дня назад +41

    My brother passed when he was 10 I was 20. I’m 66 now and Christmas makes me feel closer to him so I decorate when the feeling hits in November.You’re never promised tomorrow so you do what’s good for you. My dad loved Xmas too and he has just passed a few months ago. My mom is in a home now with Alzheimer’s. I suppose some people would think this would be a sad time but it actually makes me feel closer to them. My daughter and grandsons love it. I loved this video Jen. Being single it makes me feel I’m not so alone. Plus I also wait till after Remembrance Day 🇨🇦

    • @thebeautyofflavor
      @thebeautyofflavor 4 дня назад +11

      You are so right about no promise for tomorrow. I have terminal cancer at 53 and am hoping to make it through the holidays. I am going all out this year early and enjoying every single moment! I'm sorry to hear about your folks and your brother. Thanks for your encouraging words!

    • @Anita-rq9ev
      @Anita-rq9ev 4 дня назад +7

      ​@@thebeautyofflavorI hope your wish will be granted and you make it through more holidays 🙏. I'm sending you blessings❤

    • @thebeautyofflavor
      @thebeautyofflavor 4 дня назад +3

      @@Anita-rq9ev thank you so much. Very kind of you!

    • @Anita-rq9ev
      @Anita-rq9ev 4 дня назад +4

      @thebeautyofflavor I wish you a lot of strength 🙏. My dad has terminal cancer, so it's a hard fight for all involved. All the very best and I do hope you'll enjoy the celebrations 😊

    • @thebeautyofflavor
      @thebeautyofflavor 4 дня назад +1

      @@Anita-rq9ev I'm so sorry to hear about your dad having cancer as well. It is so, so difficult, and I send my thoughts to you and your family. Thank you.

  • @IdaMaySmith
    @IdaMaySmith 4 дня назад +34

    What a fun video!! I love this! And now you need a custom apron that says… Hi, I’m Jenn. 😊

  • @hp-cs7mx
    @hp-cs7mx 2 дня назад +3

    When I had my daughter 30 years ago my neighbours were elderly and just loved her since their own grandchildren were young adults. Then they moved and left me their Christmas decorations. They are very vintage, I have repaired some, got rid of layers of sticky tape, and they go on the tree front and centre. Madge and Dennis are with us e very Christmas!

  • @Kaleidescope66
    @Kaleidescope66 3 дня назад +8

    Good morning Jen 😘 I am going to need a lot of your sensibility going forward.
    Signed, terrified in America

    • @bthomson
      @bthomson 2 дня назад +3

      Yes! Things did NOT go well!

  • @KeithandPamBilyeu
    @KeithandPamBilyeu 4 дня назад +12

    Pam here. My parents went to an artificial tree. They didn’t want to buy a huge tall one…so they took their smaller one and set it on an end table…which made it go perfectly up to just shy of ceiling with their angel on top. They found it was easier to walk around the skirted end table gave them a platform for presents or decor, other presents leaned up around table. Everyone was amazed how their ‘small’ tree had such a grand presence!
    When holidays over, the large tree bag went up and around it for easy storage. They only took off the ‘fragile’ ornaments. The rest remained ‘clipped on’.
    It was hard for them to go to an artificial tree…coming from a family where my uncles harvested and sold them…as a child we had 3 or 4 trees in our home and loads of Xmas wreaths and boughs that house was fully decked out. After kids gone, and with age, needed to be simpler and safer for them.

  • @katherinelittrell9689
    @katherinelittrell9689 4 дня назад +18

    I say decorate when you want! Life is short; time goes by so fast. This time of year is my favorite! Let it snow!😀🌨❄⛄🎄🎁🎀

  • @chrislee1096
    @chrislee1096 4 дня назад +14

    At last someone who decorates Christmas early like me

  • @LevelUp1111
    @LevelUp1111 4 дня назад +12

    I love Shawnigan Lake! I didn’t realize you’re a fellow Canadian?! Nice!! 🇨🇦

  • @margaretdavidson935
    @margaretdavidson935 4 дня назад +12

    I used to take banana bread into work on night shifts. It worked well as a.....bribe. And it sure did taste good. I hate dealing with frozen banana with the skin on so I freeze my bananas without the skin in baggies or reusable containers.

  • @kristinb5121
    @kristinb5121 3 дня назад +6

    I decided to gift the majority of my unique ornaments to my nephews this year and donate the generic glass balls. I've found it much easier and less stressful to pick one or two areas to decorate each year. Not having a tree makes it more fun and will save on space. I'm keeping a few cherished ornaments for display so I can really enjoy them.

  • @AshA-mw3xl
    @AshA-mw3xl 3 дня назад +3

    I LOVE decorating for Christmas!!! ANNDDD with Christmas music!! 🎄🎅

  • @FaithAnnNB
    @FaithAnnNB 3 дня назад +5

    That vintage store reminds me of a lovely shop that was about an hour from where I live, unfortunately closed now 😢. I’m in Canada on the opposite coast and it looks far greener where you live! We lived on the west coast for a year and I miss the milder weather. I decorated inside on the weekend and am enjoying the tree lights in the evening. I used to decorate towards end of November, but in 2020, I started decorating on the long weekend in Nov and I love being able to enjoy our decorations longer.
    Now I’m craving banana bread…

  • @margf5092
    @margf5092 3 дня назад +8

    You are a talented videographer. The photography in this video was amazing.

  • @PaulaBallard-r2w
    @PaulaBallard-r2w 4 дня назад +6

    Well this vlog was definitely a change of pace for you. 😂 But, I loved it! These days it's hard for me to get into the Christmas spirit due to reasons I won't go into. But, watching your video really lifted my spirits and inspired me a little. Thank you! 🎄 Wish I could have been there to try your banana bread. I could almost smell it and your simmer pot through my phone. 😄 I really enjoyed it and look forward to seeing the rest of your decorating. Have a great week and see you next Wednesday! --Paula in Ohio USA 🙋

  • @cherylkeller5181
    @cherylkeller5181 4 дня назад +13

    I really liked the music in the background 🙋‍♀️ and I really enjoyed this video. It put me into a holiday spirit

  • @bessieoriotis5104
    @bessieoriotis5104 4 дня назад +12

    My dad loved Christmas so much so for me Christmas starts in November . My house is already ready. I see the real Santa I knew and loved so much, my dad. Christmas makes me happy. I also love banana bread 😅😅😅😅

  • @katherinebabcock55
    @katherinebabcock55 4 дня назад +6

    Never too early for lights and some cheer!

  • @koenigxolo
    @koenigxolo 3 дня назад +2

    I can see how much this makes you happy. I love that for you!

  • @leanne7306
    @leanne7306 4 дня назад +12

    I loved this video It put me right in the Christmas spirit! I could almost smell that banana bread.😍 Thanks for sharing!!

  • @andreaharrison7777
    @andreaharrison7777 2 дня назад +1

    My son brings my tree up from my outside storage building at Thanksgiving, November 28th, and does the lights. I then have all the time I want to enjoy getting my Nativity and other decorations out and up. I leave the tree up until sometime in February because the lights lifts my mood and helps me to feel warm and cosy.

  • @Busy-After-60
    @Busy-After-60 3 дня назад +5

    I loved this new style of video for you. I hope you do many more like it. Take us on adventures with you and show us your local area. I love seeing the antique shop. The cooking segment was very fun and I love the simmer idea. I am definitely going to do that. I am not a fan of artificial fragrances so this is a great idea. Doing more of a Vlog idea will help us get a better picture into your activities and local area. Show us seniors your adventures. I plan to start a RUclips channel soon. I turned 60 in a couple of weeks and one of the things I hope to do is share my activities as well as share my many years of accumulated wisdom the same way you have been doing. Great video!

  • @advredbikes
    @advredbikes 3 дня назад +6

    Thanks Jen for that awesome video. I almost feel like I was in your kitchen or living room. The smell from the banana bread and your pot on the stove must’ve been amazing thank you. Looking forward to your decorating.

  • @annhaugen5257
    @annhaugen5257 2 дня назад +1

    That’s exactly how we freeze and thaw bananas for our bread! Using them that way they make the best bread! Love the new video! Love to see you out and about and cooking! Fun!

  • @SoulCareOver50
    @SoulCareOver50 2 дня назад

    That banana bread looks delicious. It will go so well with a cup of tea in this cold weather (in the UK). I bet it smells amazing in your kitchen while it's been cooking! 😍

  • @sabinegoetz1448
    @sabinegoetz1448 3 дня назад +5

    HI Jen. I really enjoyed this departure from your usual format. I now feel in the mood for baking and decorating ☺ I love the simmer pot which I will do when I plan to be home most of the day. The SL Vintage store displays everything so nicely. I have been, and they have fabulous finds!

  • @lucydjong
    @lucydjong 20 часов назад

    I am recently retired and moved to The Philippines. I am a beginner without any knowledge of vlogging. Your channel inspired me to start, you are invaluable resources for aspiring like me, providing wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Take care always!🙂

  • @sweetannieslife
    @sweetannieslife 3 дня назад +2

    I love anything vintage.

  • @pamelabr1111
    @pamelabr1111 3 дня назад

    Great video today! I always do a simmer pot during the holidays. My grown daughter feels like she's home when she comes in the door to that scent.

  • @catherinerhyno9581
    @catherinerhyno9581 4 дня назад +3

    Very festive! I also freeze my bananas, but I always peel them first and then put them into a freezer bag. Easier to deal without the blackened skins imo!

  • @mariarooney6262
    @mariarooney6262 День назад

    Delightful video!Great idea for antique/vintage Christmas trimmings. The banana loaves looked great. The music was uplifting too. You’ve helped out me getting ready for the Christmas holiday decorating mood.Thanks!❤️🎄

  • @ShellyWest-d8x
    @ShellyWest-d8x День назад

    I could smell that simmer pot from this side of the screen. . . great combo of items, I will be doing one soon!

  • @moniques5545
    @moniques5545 4 дня назад +6

    This gave me such joy this morning when I woke up way too early from stress. I watched your video as I prepared hazelnut breakfast granola bars (PickUpLimes) for my daughter. My mood is 🎉 better. Summer pots - I’m going to try that :) Thanks!! (PS good choice on the music too)

  • @callmecubby
    @callmecubby 2 дня назад

    Vanilla and walnuts, yes and yes! The simmer pot looks amazing. That reminds me of a gift idea I’ve seen online where you make little jars filled with the ingredients for a simmer pot. Might have to do that this year! 🎄

  • @caroldaviddaviejohnson2225
    @caroldaviddaviejohnson2225 4 дня назад +5

    Oh this was such a joyful, feel good video! Really enjoyed this and thank you for taking us along with you to the wonderful antiques shop. Greetings from 🇬🇧

  • @deborahr.7696
    @deborahr.7696 4 дня назад +6

    The ornaments are beautiful. That shop was stunning. It's definitely worth the drive. The bread looked delicious. Thank you for sharing.

  • @alexiswinter6948
    @alexiswinter6948 3 дня назад +1

    I love Christmas even though I'm agnostic. One year I left my Christmas tree up so long that I decorated it for Valentine's Day. I don't need permission. 😉

  • @WatercolorKari
    @WatercolorKari 4 дня назад +5

    Hahaaaaa, your thumbnail made me laugh! "Too soon, too bad!" I was like, "She's my people!"😂🎄❤️
    I wish I lived there so I could go to that vintage barn. Beautiful! Love the ornaments you bought. And I could almost smell your home with the banana bread and simmer pot. So fun and looking forward to more!🎄❤️

    • @silverandsolo
      @silverandsolo  4 дня назад +2

      I'm so glad you enjoyed the vibe!

    • @WatercolorKari
      @WatercolorKari 4 дня назад

      @@silverandsolo Also, I love that your parents are a couple doors down from you. My mom lives next door to us. 🥰

  • @jenforbes661
    @jenforbes661 4 дня назад +3

    Thanks for the fall simmer pot reminder...I have mulling spices sitting in my cupboard that would be perfect for that. I make the mistake of leaving them til Christmas then getting busy and forgetting them....just the antidote to these November storms!

  • @darlys1962
    @darlys1962 4 дня назад +4

    Thanks for taking us along on your trip. The cozy kitchen vibes and slow start to decorating for Christmas were thoroughly enjoyable. 🎄💕

  • @enriching-hobbies
    @enriching-hobbies 4 дня назад +4

    A lot of fun variety in this video! We always wait until the day after Thanksgiving to start decorating for Christmas, but seeing this makes it a little tempting to start early! 🙂

  • @barbiec4312
    @barbiec4312 2 дня назад

    This was fun. Hubby and I enjoyed it. Good for you for trying something different.

  • @judithmarinier1817
    @judithmarinier1817 22 часа назад

    Love Christmas ! Enjoyed your trip and your baking. Inspiring 😊 🎄

  • @cotter9751
    @cotter9751 3 дня назад

    I'm not a Christmas celebrant... and this was still enjoyable to watch. I think I'll try some simmer pot varieties. My stove top has a warmer, making it pretty easy. Thanks, Jen!

  • @LauraNiebauer
    @LauraNiebauer 3 дня назад

    I am loving your videos and consider you an inspiration! I just started my RUclips journey (like as of today!) at 44 and look to all you have done in the past year. It gives me hope that I can figure out this whole RUclips thing and actually help people. All to say keep doing what you're doing. Oh and I love when I can find vintage Christmas decor in the wild (aka garage sales and thrift stores!).

  • @carolemcdonald6428
    @carolemcdonald6428 3 дня назад

    Hi Jen, I loved this video. I really enjoy spending time with you today and think I'll make the banana bread, your enthusiasm is contagious 😂

  • @jandmvideos9051
    @jandmvideos9051 4 дня назад +3

    When it comes to decorating for Christmas, I am not consistent. Some years I begin November 1, and others might be any day in between then and Christmas. I loved this video. Thanks for sharing!

  • @4seasonshelf
    @4seasonshelf 4 дня назад +4

    Love this! Esp love the simmer pot, hikes with doggie and shopping adventure! 😊😊😊

  • @cynthia216
    @cynthia216 4 дня назад +5

    You're such a cool person,I hope you do extra videos for Christmas. 7:51

  • @Cali-64
    @Cali-64 4 дня назад +4

    Love to shop at vintage and antique shops. Thank you

  • @kathydyer4420
    @kathydyer4420 3 дня назад

    Lovely video, very festive 🙂
    I got a box of old, coloured, glass Christmas baubles, different sizes and colours (maybe from 1960s, or earlier) from an antique centre (uk) and use them on a vintage glass cake stand, (from the same place). Fairy lights around it all looks lovely and sparkly.

  • @kathleendoor6847
    @kathleendoor6847 2 дня назад

    Jen, another winner! Banana bread……yummmmm🎄

  • @Wandering68
    @Wandering68 4 дня назад +3

    This was such an uplifting vlog to watch ! Thank you for sharing with your viewers . ❤ I love walnuts in the banana bread too and chocolate chips are nice also . 💕

  • @penwald8782
    @penwald8782 3 дня назад

    Thank you, Jen. What a lovely, refreshing episode! I enjoyed your Christmas prep process - calm and purposeful, and the cooking portion was informative (never froze whole bananas) and inspiring. Just an all over “feel good” podcast. 😊

  • @Sharon-ur9xu
    @Sharon-ur9xu 2 дня назад

    Love the video twist love that shop, banana bread and simmer pot. This video got me think of starting my Christmas decor

  • @Orchid-Care
    @Orchid-Care 3 дня назад

    After Halloween it is legitimate to think about Christmas! 😄

  • @adrienneroberts4027
    @adrienneroberts4027 3 дня назад +3

    I love this cheerful video. Thank you 😊

  • @maureenlangerfeld8489
    @maureenlangerfeld8489 2 дня назад

    ❤❤its never to early for decorating for Christmas. If it makes u happy...go for it!

  • @margiekraftkindt4208
    @margiekraftkindt4208 4 дня назад +2

    What a pleasant way to start my morning--and you are so right, to not decorate outside until after 11 November . . . here in the states, it also seems appropriate, though more and more rare, to wait until after our day of Thanksgiving to turn toward the yuletide season . . . plenty of time for all, each in its own season.

  • @Moe-ge6vv
    @Moe-ge6vv 2 дня назад

    Great job Jenn. I’m itching to decorate for the holidays too!

  • @bthomson
    @bthomson 2 дня назад

    "Cozy" is one of your words!

  • @kimbeau1979
    @kimbeau1979 3 дня назад +2

    It looks great Jen! Love the ornaments and the metal Santa you showed… super cute!
    Enjoy your Christmas time!
    November for me is the calm before the Holiday season, and when I try to get the majority of my shopping done.
    Then in December, I decorate, and wrap gifts, and cook and bake, and do all the fun Christmas stuff :)

  • @shellylockhart1506
    @shellylockhart1506 3 дня назад

    Ohhhh…..I love the Shawnigan Vintage shop ! Will be heading there soon after watching this …with a stop at Union 22 of course .
    Great video Jen .

  • @abbiealverez2960
    @abbiealverez2960 4 дня назад +5

    Such a beautiful video, happy Christmas lovely lady!

  • @traceystanford7126
    @traceystanford7126 16 часов назад

    Love watching you from Tracey In Australia down under,always interesting and learnt a lot from you,thank you.

  • @salsarmemimi7292
    @salsarmemimi7292 4 дня назад +4

    Great video. You did a wonderful job. I can almost smell the bread. Cute decorations you bought. Simmer pot recipe was easy. Blessings to you from Texas.

  • @JudiH-ig6uu
    @JudiH-ig6uu 2 дня назад

    Hi Jen! What a fun video. I swear I could smell both that yummy looking banana bread and the simmer pot. Two years ago hubby and I decided to start decorating Nov. 1st. Why? Because we could and we wanted to...reason enough. My darling hubby of almost 55 years passed away in June. The holidays are bittersweet this year, but I am decorated, gifts are wrapped and under the tree and today I will start writing out Christmas cards! Happy Holidays!!

  • @ileanaacosta5938
    @ileanaacosta5938 4 дня назад +3

    Jen everything looks fabulous❤

  • @norahbeck
    @norahbeck 3 дня назад

    Thanks for getting me in the spirit!

  • @roddiesimmons8773
    @roddiesimmons8773 4 дня назад +1

    As A 1yr 6-monthIsh Subscriber I watched anyway, even though down here in Northeastern Brazil it is always 84 degrees and there is not much Holly or Snow.

  • @danafindwell
    @danafindwell 4 дня назад +3

    Jen! Love that you are vlogging, great job!! ❤🥰

  • @lindateeter2363
    @lindateeter2363 4 дня назад +2

    Never heard of freezing bananas but I’ll give it a try! 😊

    • @sandycouzens7671
      @sandycouzens7671 3 дня назад

      If you peel them before you freeze them it's much easier.

  • @patriciachavez-reyes618
    @patriciachavez-reyes618 4 дня назад +3

    Beautiful video! Loved it!

  • @beckid5107
    @beckid5107 3 дня назад

    Fun! I liked this style of vlog as qwell!👍💕

  • @michellemcgoldrick7369
    @michellemcgoldrick7369 4 дня назад +2

    Loved this video! The baking element was perfect! Well done!
    This got me right into the Christmas mood! Thank you x

  • @mollierocket705
    @mollierocket705 3 дня назад

    Super doooper fun video 💕 thank you

  • @debby2886
    @debby2886 4 дня назад

    When you set timer with Ms A…is that Alexa? The 3 ornaments are beautiful.

  • @jodirodriguez1255
    @jodirodriguez1255 3 дня назад

    Nice video Jen! You did a great job! 😊

  • @kristinpayne1825
    @kristinpayne1825 3 дня назад

    We have a spray in the US called Bakers Joy. It is great to spray pans when baking.

  • @susankerwin3220
    @susankerwin3220 3 дня назад

    I loved your video!!!! It makes me want to put my tree up now too! 🎄

  • @MicheleGrose
    @MicheleGrose 4 дня назад +2

    Good morning Jen and Sky 😊
    What a perfect start to the day with your video this morning. I loved you taking us on your adventure to the Vintage shop. Such beautiful things. Your home is lovely and the windows are amazing!
    Never made a simmer pot, but will definitely make one now. All around great time and looking forward to all the decorations 🎄
    Thank you for all you do for us and being you ❤

  • @Caroline-i1f
    @Caroline-i1f 11 часов назад

    I'll be watching your videos

  • @miriam23774
    @miriam23774 3 дня назад

    Hello, I love to shop in Antique shops, Christmas is my favorite time to shop. You’re so right, made better & glass. I love what you got.

  • @Anita-rq9ev
    @Anita-rq9ev 4 дня назад +2

    That was fun Jen 😁. I love banana bread😋

  • @virgierutledge3004
    @virgierutledge3004 3 дня назад

    Such a joy. Thanks.

  • @sharonzolna3375
    @sharonzolna3375 3 дня назад

    Very enjoyable video!!!

  • @brigettejones6672
    @brigettejones6672 4 дня назад +1

    Vey nice video …. Going shopping with you and cooking ……nice change !🎄 loved the simmer pot!

  • @DS-mw8yu
    @DS-mw8yu 4 дня назад +1

    Congrats, Jen, a YT star is born. I love your new tour idea from the store, great editing, and kitchen fun, just like a pro already! Walnuts and chocolate chips are a must-have option in banana bread!

  • @magalydiaz9073
    @magalydiaz9073 3 дня назад

    Enjoyed the video very much, thank you😊

  • @rmeadowbird2722
    @rmeadowbird2722 3 дня назад

    Thanks again, Jen. I'm inspired to get started. I skipped my tree last year and can't wait to bring it back. I soak my bananas in strong coffee before mashing them and use a dash of blackstrap molasses to sweeten and provide a nutrient boost, otherwise my recipe, and my two different pans are just like yours. And I forget to lock my mixer, too!

  • @christyjohnson6967
    @christyjohnson6967 4 дня назад +2

    What a fun video, Jen. You did a great job! Really enjoyed it, and your editing was great!

  • @patsybowman9426
    @patsybowman9426 3 дня назад

    Very fun video!

  • @user-pdSaylor
    @user-pdSaylor 4 дня назад +2

    🎄🎄☃️❄️🎄🎁 merci!

  • @LouiseBrown-b2i
    @LouiseBrown-b2i 4 дня назад +1

    Mmmmm i think i will make some banana bread using your recipe this afternoon. Perhaps even a simmer pot as we don't really do that here in the UK. Very cosy and atmospheric vlog today. Thank you.

  • @jeanshelbybooks4154
    @jeanshelbybooks4154 4 дня назад +2

    This is so good to get me into the Christmas mood. Thank you!

  • @brendawahlberg7341
    @brendawahlberg7341 4 дня назад +1

    You did a great cooking video!❤

  • @lancelotdufrane
    @lancelotdufrane 4 дня назад +1

    Thanks Gen! Kitchen time! You have great style! I don’t go into all the decorations so it’s beautiful to see. Nice Home.

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 3 дня назад

    You had me at banana bread! Oh, oh, I have bananas and walnuts!😅 Beautiful simmering-pot idea. I'm working on my outdoor wreath.🎅🐾🎁🎄👍🎅🇨🇦

  • @nancylang4294
    @nancylang4294 4 дня назад +1

    😊Thank you for a feel good video today. I've been to Vancouver Island and it's beautiful. Best to you from Montreal.

  • @noreenn6976
    @noreenn6976 4 дня назад +1

    This was a fun video!