Great job, Carol! 👍 I love how your animals just hang out on the barge and don't wander off! 😊 Best of everything to you and the children.💛 Love their school and teacher and the kids are learning to sail. What a great life you have given them! 💛😊
Carol still lives on the boatyard but sold the boat. It was actually the programme that paid to get it finished to salvage the episodes. They dressed the boat with all the pictures etc for the final shoot to make it look better.
@@susanhamilton1822 Have you tried the BBC website? This is the 1st series broadcast initially in 2005 and I know you can definitely watch it on Amazon Prime UK I just checked; so you can probably purchase the DVD as well from Amazon.
Susan H, George has to bring the element of reality into the situation where 2 people were way too idealistic and naïve. He's done enough of these shows to know reality when he sees it.
@@keepitsimple4629 Still, we call such an attitude Dream Stealing. They always tell you, Don't let anybody steal your dream. Dreams are by nature "impossible". That is the nature of it and the challenge. Otherwise, everybody would be doing it. The faith and positive attitude attracts solutions and success.
A Dream has power inside it. When Carol said this was a lifelong dream from a teenager, she started to really tap into the power of that dream. Hats off to her for her determination to see that dream manifested. Marvelous!
Bravo! A testament to the old saying , where there is a will. there is a way. Such an inspiring woman. Inner strength and perseverance with a clear goal and voila!
Big ups to her for not shying away from the program or the barge! I can only wish her all the best for the future. If she ever finds herself in France please come and have lunch on us at our restaurant.
When that dude decided to cut ties, he really cut ties, lol! I don't know how old this episode is, but I'm happy to lone my brain to anyone else thinking of taking on one of these "projects". It amazes me how naive all of these couples are going into these situations. There were so many areas where they could have picked-up valuable time & saved money if they had just totally thought thru their goals vs investment. I never heard of any planning for the business other than buying a boat. What about licenses, insurance, back-up safety protocols, pre-searching & ID'ing known dive sites from their computer, etc? And, who in their right mind would plan to start a seasonal business w just 4-6 wks left in the season - and no customers booked, advertisements, etc.? Simon made an off-handed comment on their boat about it being like "playing" instead of working. I think that was a big part of the plan for him & when it became evident that they had blown their chance to be constantly playing, he decided to cut bait & bolt.
At least they tried Far more admirable than those who don’t try for fear of failing Nothing is failure really it’s just a lesson If you don’t try you won’t know
For whatever it's worth, there was never any mention that the husband deserted her and the children...She said they decided to separate. She could have just as well told him to leave, which is supported by her comments about how she felt their relationship was deteriorating.
I enjoyed watching this, the 45 mins was just right to explain the adventure ! Some of these stories have too much detail and pass week after week episodes. Perfect thanks
Did she? Proof? It makes no sense and try listening to the dialogue. I have yet to meet a Betterwear sales person who made a living from it, much less employed builders to create her 'dream? And if you are so High Flying, would you not have used those skills to get you money? Fake.
Yes, immaturity there. I made my living starting way back in 1978, buying wrecked housing and rehabilitating it. Made lots of money while my husband worked at a 'steady' job.
I'm so proud of this strong intelligent independent woman!!! Working alone...raising her children and doing a FULL TIME JOB!!! You go girl...huge respect from one American woman to another across the pond❣❣❣ Y'all deserve every blessing that comes to y'all ten fold...❤👏❤👏❤ ABSOLUTELY STUNNING❣❣❣
Would love an update. I do hope she is still living on the boat. He disappointed me, how could he leave her and the kids at such a vulnerable time and in such a mess. If I was younger I would go down there and give him a slap. But at 71, he would probably slap me :)
tracy 511 she never once felt sorry for herself she got on and dealt with it , there were no tears, but I am sure she felt like it much respect when the going gets tough, the tough get going 💓🙏❣️
Wonder what happened to Carol - the kids & pets looked amazing - & of course, that location is incredible, which would have truly helped.. Must be nearly 20-yrs down the river, wonder how they all faired? Hope it all turned out really well.
Didn't really expect for him to bail out. She did well in the end and I'm very happy to see this outcome for her and the children, would have been the worst scenario for them to have to move to another place again.
Who said he bailed out ? She said they both decided to call it a day . For all we know he maybe didn’t want to leave but she forced him too ? Only hearing one side of a story you shouldn’t really jump to conclusions .
Athena Aussie yes I agree, Carol was a very humble lady, she was plunged into a situation and dealt with it, well done carol wish you and your children happiness for your future 🙏❣️
A business doesn't turn over and become a success in one season. Home and career change is huge, and with a tight budget I'm not surprised. I wish the mom all the best, she has the most to do now. 💜🙏
If they had only made a foolish decision for two, then fine. But to endanger innocents with their naivete is just reason to fault them. What they needed was better upbringing, a better plan, and a clue. Neither had enough hard knocks supporting their parents by working along-side in boat building ahead of time. Nor had they the perspective. They should have been already in a full retirement, with a shore side support system. They needed 150 to renovate safely to drag folks out to sea for profit, not 15. The harbormaster and the fishing community should have mitigated this situation before it punished the kids and pets.
I knew this was bad when they were sanding perfectly fine wooden ceilings to 'get the right look' when major contruction was screaming for attention. Always do the mechanicals FIRST not last.
I wish I had found a partner with the courage and commitment to tackle exciting projects. I did one or two but got side-tracked by partners who proved not worth the effort. Sadly.
Called that 10 mins in. This family seemed to have missed the boat on safety and common sense. First clue was the wood sanding in the bathroom with no eye wear or mask. 3 small kids on a cramped boat with dangling electrical was just waiting for disaster. Not a safe place for small kids at all. Maybe for a retiring couple or someone with a more grown child. The kids are going to grow and hate those rooms. She got a nice room and still gave them closets to sleep in. I give it a couple years before they sell.
I have lived on boats for well over 20 years. I am a master craftsman. I have built a number of boats. Its not easy. The yearly maint is costly, you must have the bottom cleaned every year at least 1 time. ropes, dock lines, fenders, hull inspections, and more, it can be a FULL TIME JOB, What will happen... she will have to have it hoisted out of the water and cleaned, that size boat can cost 100 of thousands, she will be overwhelmed bye the bills alone, and sell it, or abanded it. Unless she can buy a bit of shore land and movet it off the water perm.
Should have put up a huge Wall tent - on top of the barge for living in - while doing Renovations! Would have been more comfortable and easier on the kids! So sad to see the end of a Marriage - Sure hope that the Dad is still involved in the kids lives - and Paying support! Such a sad story!
Yes, he showed his true colors when he bought the speed boat just for his fun. With that money they could have had the project done in time and budget.
I have watched a number of these programs and All of them say they are done with architect Charlie Luxton now unless he has had a body swap I think doing your research would have helped you know what he looks like, because this architect hosting this program is GEORGE CLARKE a completely different person but hay they're both architect's.
She did a phenomenal job after the husband flaked and abandoned the family (from what info available at this point). I do have to wonder how those little bedrooms are going to suit those kids in a few years.
Mr incredibly negative George must be thrilled to see such horrible things happening to people. Notice how, after he hears about the split, his spirits have lifted right up.
This was made in 2005, 14 years ago, I wonder how time and life has treated the family. I hope Carol is well & happy. She certainly deserves to be. The kids will have grown up by now and maybe left home to start new independent lives themselves. I know George made a follow up visit to Carol & family two years later, but have never seen it.
How do you know he left? Maybe she left, maybe she put him out because he didn't share the passion for her dream... She said it was her dream, not so much his... It never really said much about the details of the divorce. So why does everyone just assume it was his fault? Seems a little unfair to me, especially given we don't have all the details and information about the break up.
@@j.d.anderson6710 Unfortunately that is the way of the world now, everyoone so quick to be judge and jury on Other [people when they know Zilch about them. I feet there was a great bg holei in this and nothing rang true. But they say 2 words, 'They split' and suddenly Everyone knows he is a Villain. Where is the story about Why he left, where is his chance to put his side. I didn't like her, it all seemed to be about Her and what She wanted EDid dhe ever say 'We@ all I heard was I and Me. and My kids. How did she suddenly have the money to finish the place? She is selling Betterwear FFS! I remember that from being a kid, it is basically selling those gadgets that are so useful they end up under the sink, and cleaning stuff door to door! it was always a desperation or pin money affair and not one that ever made anyone rich! I thought it was defunct years ago .But she clearly says 'Betterwear' when she hands over the bag. There is a lot we are not being told ,but an awful lot of people eager to jump to hasty conclusions.
Four thousand on a speed boat, but the family is "camping" on the wreck of a boat without basic necessities - why not a caravan for them, during the build? At least having decided to separate, Simon should have "manned up" and helped complete the rebuild for the family, before leaving! I don't know the details, but seems irresponsible.
George is merely trying to get these dreamfeaks to touch Earth occasionally Besides that is his role in the programme, to play Devils 'Advocate and point outthe snags. He Is an architect and property developer, so I would imagine he know more than they do? As is shown time and again It would be pretty unwatchable if he was up there in LaLaland with them, saying how wonderfuliy is all going to be! Also it is his accent! Geordies always sound depressed! He is actually funny and encouraging.
I absolutely hate boats, ships, barges, ferries, whatever. I find them creepy. I'm terrified of the ocean, or any large body of water. I would never want to live on a boat!
How sad her husband left her because of the ‘stress’ of the build. People divorce over the ‘silliest’ reasons. I am sure there were other problems in the marriage, but he took off and left his wife to finish the build and his children too.
Kudos to her for not letting the negativity stop her..Respect from me to you!
she did it all by herself and kept her animals and children! amazing woman
Great job, Carol! 👍 I love how your animals just hang out on the barge and don't wander off! 😊 Best of everything to you and the children.💛 Love their school and teacher and the kids are learning to sail. What a great life you have given them! 💛😊
Yep! Exactly what she said ⬆ ☺
I noticed how the animals didn't run off too! so cute. funny how one notices such things.
Carol still lives on the boatyard but sold the boat. It was actually the programme that paid to get it finished to salvage the episodes. They dressed the boat with all the pictures etc for the final shoot to make it look better.
Woaw...she did it all on her own..one strong and courageous woman !!!
Yeah ,from selling betterwear door to door! Dream on!
George is the voice of gloom and doom. A word of encouragement would do wonders I think. Powerful woman and she deserves every happiness.
George is a very glass half empty type of guy. Great admiration for Carole.
@@Sparrowdean I really enjoy this program a lot. So far I've only been able to find four episodes. I wish I knew where to get the whole series.
@@susanhamilton1822 Have you tried the BBC website? This is the 1st series broadcast initially in 2005 and I know you can definitely watch it on Amazon Prime UK I just checked; so you can probably purchase the DVD as well from Amazon.
Susan H, George has to bring the element of reality into the situation where 2 people were way too idealistic and naïve. He's done enough of these shows to know reality when he sees it.
@@keepitsimple4629 Still, we call such an attitude Dream Stealing. They always tell you, Don't let anybody steal your dream. Dreams are by nature "impossible". That is the nature of it and the challenge. Otherwise, everybody would be doing it. The faith and positive attitude attracts solutions and success.
A Dream has power inside it. When Carol said this was a lifelong dream from a teenager, she started to really tap into the power of that dream. Hats off to her for her determination to see that dream manifested. Marvelous!
keep feeding the unicorns
Bravo! A testament to the old saying , where there is a will. there is a way. Such an inspiring woman. Inner strength and perseverance with a clear goal and voila!
Big ups to her for not shying away from the program or the barge! I can only wish her all the best for the future. If she ever finds herself in France please come and have lunch on us at our restaurant.
When that dude decided to cut ties, he really cut ties, lol! I don't know how old this episode is, but I'm happy to lone my brain to anyone else thinking of taking on one of these "projects". It amazes me how naive all of these couples are going into these situations. There were so many areas where they could have picked-up valuable time & saved money if they had just totally thought thru their goals vs investment. I never heard of any planning for the business other than buying a boat. What about licenses, insurance, back-up safety protocols, pre-searching & ID'ing known dive sites from their computer, etc? And, who in their right mind would plan to start a seasonal business w just 4-6 wks left in the season - and no customers booked, advertisements, etc.? Simon made an off-handed comment on their boat about it being like "playing" instead of working. I think that was a big part of the plan for him & when it became evident that they had blown their chance to be constantly playing, he decided to cut bait & bolt.
At least they tried
Far more admirable than those who don’t try for fear of failing
Nothing is failure really it’s just a lesson
If you don’t try you won’t know
@@nicolemurphy2629 she tried It appears he cut and ran when it became too hard
Buying a 4k (tiny) motorboat on a 15k Reno budget was pretty foolish. Respect for this power woman!
For whatever it's worth, there was never any mention that the husband deserted her and the children...She said they decided to separate. She could have just as well told him to leave, which is supported by her comments about how she felt their relationship was deteriorating.
I enjoyed watching this, the 45 mins was just right to explain the adventure ! Some of these stories have too much detail and pass week after week episodes. Perfect thanks
Carol is a super mom and a super woman!!! You go girl!!!
I remember watching this years ago when it was first on tv. I wonder if they are still on the boat now .
The cat at 8:11 is hilarious!
My chemist husband is freaking out about sandblasting the paint. If it is lead paint, it just made the lead airborne.
Success Carol, you have class.. cheers 😀
I'm really proud of her ❤❤❤
Keep going! You'll be successful!
wow, this woman is amazing. She made her dream come true all on her own after her husband ditched out.
Did she? Proof? It makes no sense and try listening to the dialogue. I have yet to meet a Betterwear sales person who made a living from it, much less employed builders to create her 'dream? And if you are so High Flying, would you not have used those skills to get you money? Fake.
It's amazing how over and over and over again, no matter who it is, they always haven't a clue about their unrealistic expectations and use of money.
Great for Carol! Strong role model for her kids to look up to.
How young is George Clarke here? Looks fresh out of school bless him
Sad that the family had to split , I hope they are in contact for the children and animals and the friendship they had together . GREAT job ;D
When did things start to go wrong? Probably when the husband started buying speedboats instead of working on their home.
Yes, immaturity there. I made my living starting way back in 1978, buying wrecked housing and rehabilitating it. Made lots of money while my husband worked at a 'steady' job.
I'm glad things worked out for them in the end.
Respect to Carole.
I'm so proud of this strong intelligent independent woman!!! Working alone...raising her children and doing a FULL TIME JOB!!! You go girl...huge respect from one American woman to another across the pond❣❣❣ Y'all deserve every blessing that comes to y'all ten fold...❤👏❤👏❤ ABSOLUTELY STUNNING❣❣❣
@ulhurusurf club who are you calling an idiot? You're a joke 😀😊😄😃😘
Would love an update. I do hope she is still living on the boat. He disappointed me, how could he leave her and the kids at such a vulnerable time and in such a mess. If I was younger I would go down there and give him a slap. But at 71, he would probably slap me :)
They dont make real men now they make boys I think shes amazing
tracy 511 she never once felt sorry for herself she got on and dealt with it , there were no tears, but I am sure she felt like it much respect when the going gets tough, the tough get going 💓🙏❣️
I'm SO GLAD she was able to achieve what she wanted and needed for her and her children, it takes a VERY STRONG LADY!!!!!!!!! WOOHOO!!!!!
Never underestimate the power and tenacity of a woman.
Big respect to the lady,strong women need strong men.
Wonder what happened to Carol - the kids & pets looked amazing - & of course, that location is incredible, which would have truly helped.. Must be nearly 20-yrs down the river, wonder how they all faired? Hope it all turned out really well.
Carole's a real catch. A real man would be lucky to have her.
Really? Emasculater springs to mind .Not all Controllers/abusers are men, you know?
Didn't really expect for him to bail out.
She did well in the end and I'm very happy to see this outcome for her and the children, would have been the worst scenario for them to have to move to another place again.
Who said he bailed out ? She said they both decided to call it a day . For all we know he maybe didn’t want to leave but she forced him too ? Only hearing one side of a story you shouldn’t really jump to conclusions .
HOW could he leave his family in the lurch like that? What a cad. What a brave woman, best off without him!
Athena Aussie yes I agree, Carol was a very humble lady, she was plunged into a situation and dealt with it, well done carol wish you and your children happiness for your future 🙏❣️
How do you know he left them? I feel like its more she kicked him out.
@@SheCat1964 i guess it's because they repeated, Simon left
I think the change of plans for the kitchen are much better than the original.
A business doesn't turn over and become a success in one season. Home and career change is huge, and with a tight budget I'm not surprised. I wish the mom all the best, she has the most to do now. 💜🙏
and she seems to be the kind of person that gets on with it instead of giving up in difficult times. Wish her all the best.
If they had only made a foolish decision for two, then fine. But to endanger innocents with their naivete is just reason to fault them. What they needed was better upbringing, a better plan, and a clue. Neither had enough hard knocks supporting their parents by working along-side in boat building ahead of time. Nor had they the perspective. They should have been already in a full retirement, with a shore side support system. They needed 150 to renovate safely to drag folks out to sea for profit, not 15. The harbormaster and the fishing community should have mitigated this situation before it punished the kids and pets.
I knew this was bad when they were sanding perfectly fine wooden ceilings to 'get the right look' when major contruction was screaming for attention. Always do the mechanicals FIRST not last.
@@emsnewssupkis6453 I suppose they say, "smooth seas never a sailor made"
He seriously left her to finish it herself with 3 young kids. Wow
I wish I had found a partner with the courage and commitment to tackle exciting projects. I did one or two but got side-tracked by partners who proved not worth the effort. Sadly.
I am so impressed with this woman. Congratulations on everything you achieved.
Women aren’t strong?. Guess again.
Well done you.
May be if they shared with each other as easily as they shared their business with the world they would still be together.
Love the barge, excellent job but where did her husband go?????
Ran off with an easy woman, most probably.
34:45
Called that 10 mins in. This family seemed to have missed the boat on safety and common sense. First clue was the wood sanding in the bathroom with no eye wear or mask. 3 small kids on a cramped boat with dangling electrical was just waiting for disaster. Not a safe place for small kids at all. Maybe for a retiring couple or someone with a more grown child. The kids are going to grow and hate those rooms. She got a nice room and still gave them closets to sleep in. I give it a couple years before they sell.
George looks so young I wonder how old this is ? I couldn’t bare not having windows it would make me claustrophobic.
2005...so, 15 yrs ago almost 😬
He couldn’t even stay long enough to build a home for his kids?
I have lived on boats for well over 20 years. I am a master craftsman. I have built a number of boats. Its not easy. The yearly maint is costly, you must have the bottom cleaned every year at least 1 time. ropes, dock lines, fenders, hull inspections, and more, it can be a FULL TIME JOB, What will happen... she will have to have it hoisted out of the water and cleaned, that size boat can cost 100 of thousands, she will be overwhelmed bye the bills alone, and sell it, or abanded it. Unless she can buy a bit of shore land and movet it off the water perm.
Shhh, don't upset the Dreamfreaks by telling them Reality!
Things sure have changed, you'd have seen my brother and me working on something.
Think he ran off with George!
😂
Should have put up a huge Wall tent - on top of the barge for living in - while doing Renovations! Would have been more comfortable and easier on the kids! So sad to see the end of a Marriage - Sure hope that the Dad is still involved in the kids lives - and Paying support! Such a sad story!
My guess is the marriage had been breaking down before all this and that was how their kamikaze plan to uproot the family came up in the first place.
wow what a coward husband and father..couldnt even help her finish it...wow.
How do you know he did not want to help? Hard to help if you have been kicked out. People sure jump to conclusions with no facts.
Ummm...how do YOU know he was kicked out. I kind of doubt that.
Yes, he showed his true colors when he bought the speed boat just for his fun. With that money they could have had the project done in time and budget.
@@SheCat1964 Exactly. 'They Split' and suddenly she is a martyr and hia a villain! It would be laughable if it was not so depressing.
@@curlyanneb1973 S/he did not say he had, merely suggested another scenario. So who is jumping to conlusions again?
Well done Carol. Hope your ex has seen what you have done. Some men are so weak.
I have watched a number of these programs and All of them say they are done with architect Charlie Luxton now unless he has had a body swap I think doing your research would have helped you know what he looks like, because this architect hosting this program is GEORGE CLARKE a completely different person but hay they're both architect's.
Must be lovely to have that sort of money !!!
Boy that's a step up in life.
🙌🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
several thumbs up!
6 knots, no wash!
I think a RV would be a better idea,, to travel loosely,, and the kids get to see more of their young lives, much cheaper too
Oh, you do, do you?
She did a phenomenal job after the husband flaked and abandoned the family (from what info available at this point). I do have to wonder how those little bedrooms are going to suit those kids in a few years.
Mr incredibly negative George must be thrilled to see such horrible things happening to people. Notice how, after he hears about the split, his spirits have lifted right up.
This is a programme, his behaviour is down to that only
This was made in 2005, 14 years ago, I wonder how time and life has treated the family.
I hope Carol is well & happy. She certainly deserves to be.
The kids will have grown up by now and maybe left home to start new independent lives themselves.
I know George made a follow up visit to Carol & family two years later, but have never seen it.
Too picky and negative the program presenter. Drama queen.
HE LEFT!! What a dissapointment. You go girl!
How do you know he left? Maybe she left, maybe she put him out because he didn't share the passion for her dream... She said it was her dream, not so much his... It never really said much about the details of the divorce. So why does everyone just assume it was his fault? Seems a little unfair to me, especially given we don't have all the details and information about the break up.
@@j.d.anderson6710 did you watch the episode? Duh
Yeah she got lucky !
@@j.d.anderson6710 Unfortunately that is the way of the world now, everyoone so quick to be judge and jury on Other [people when they know Zilch about them. I feet there was a great bg holei in this and nothing rang true. But they say 2 words, 'They split' and suddenly Everyone knows he is a Villain. Where is the story about Why he left, where is his chance to put his side.
I didn't like her, it all seemed to be about Her and what She wanted EDid dhe ever say 'We@ all I heard was I and Me. and My kids.
How did she suddenly have the money to finish the place? She is selling Betterwear FFS! I remember that from being a kid, it is basically selling those gadgets that are so useful they end up under the sink, and cleaning stuff door to door! it was always a desperation or pin money affair and not one that ever made anyone rich! I thought it was defunct years ago .But she clearly says 'Betterwear' when she hands over the bag. There is a lot we are not being told ,but an awful lot of people eager to jump to hasty conclusions.
He bought a very very expensive toy and then left!!!
Four thousand on a speed boat, but the family is "camping" on the wreck of a boat without basic necessities - why not a caravan for them, during the build? At least having decided to separate, Simon should have "manned up" and helped complete the rebuild for the family, before leaving! I don't know the details, but seems irresponsible.
How Proud Is Your Mother Now????????
Now a wreck and for sale for £20,000
So nothing about Simon and how he was getting on with the business.
Incredible woman, and her achievements.
Regards from Iceland
jack the lad, you only have to lookat his eyes, stong woman and children, better of without him
George looks really skinny in this - must be a very old episode.
i wish George would stop moaning
agreed - his relentless waning and worrying and suggesting issues is annoying!
DITTO 😱
George is merely trying to get these dreamfeaks to touch Earth occasionally Besides that is his role in the programme, to play Devils 'Advocate and point outthe snags. He Is an architect and property developer, so I would imagine he know more than they do? As is shown time and again
It would be pretty unwatchable if he was up there in LaLaland with them, saying how wonderfuliy is all going to be!
Also it is his accent! Geordies always sound depressed! He is actually funny and encouraging.
Best thing she could have done was to get rid of the poser husband
I absolutely hate boats, ships, barges, ferries, whatever. I find them creepy. I'm terrified of the ocean, or any large body of water. I would never want to live on a boat!
Not worth a marriage
What point is a marriage if you both want different things, have different priorities and are both unhappy?
New their marriage w as In trouble
How sad her husband left her because of the ‘stress’ of the build. People divorce over the ‘silliest’ reasons. I am sure there were other problems in the marriage, but he took off and left his wife to finish the build and his children too.
BRAVO WHO NEEDS A MAN.
What man needs Carol?
If only she had applied the same determination to her marriage
He probably met a woman on the new diving company.
No, he didn't.
Man child
Not much of a man!
Not much of a woman either.