Leslie, I really think adding Jason and his story to your channel has enriched it. You don't have to choose--your followers are there because we love and appreciate all that you do--ALL. If you still enjoy making content please continue!
Don't make a choice! Your designing expertise is impeccable and your bravery for opening up not only your home, but your personal life touches thousands of us. Unless it has become a burden for you emotionally or physically, don't change a thing. But do what is best for you! You come first! hugs!
I totally agree with JimsPal ! Love you both and love your channel just the way it is. It inspires us to not give up and keep going forward and find humor in life with God's help! Blessings upon you both and your family!💞💞💞
Please Don’t stop your channel. I’m a nurse who works closely with dementia/Alzheimer’s patients. I find your videos very open, raw, honest, and informative. I also love your talent at home decorating. Please do t give up!
Please please please don't stop your channel. Many people love it and both of you are honest, genuine and an inspiration to so many people in different parts of the world. Thank you and we really appreciate your you tube channel. It is down to earth and so real God bless you always. Frances from Malta, Europe.
Leslie !! You do a wonderful video EVERY SINGLE TIME! You are too hard on yourself!!! Your worst critic! Keep goin girl, and quit looking in the rear-view mirror!!! You are a Rock Star!🤩🤩🤩
Personally I've enjoyed every Charming Abode video that I've watched. I love your decor style and how you make home look so welcoming. I also like keeping up with your and Jason's journey with his diagnosis, and seeing how you both face the future with faith in Jesus. I mean, in every difficult situation, He is our only hope, and you both have admitted your reliance on Him. I've enjoyed your summer/fall journey with your new room. I hope you stay encouraged and keep your channel. I think it's the perfect mix. Love and prayers to you both! 🙏 🥰
P.S. Leslie and Jason - you are a LIFESTYLE channel. And we love watching you. We learned 18 months ago that my husband, Joe, has Lewy Body Dementia (he was 67 at the time). That’s originally how I found your channel, too. The decor lessons are icing on the cake. And Joe watches your shows with me. He listens to Jason especially and sometimes will look at me and say, “He’s right.” Thank you!
I like the idea od keeping both aspects of the channel as long as they both are comfortable doing so and calling it a LIFESTYLE channel is a great idea. That could cover so many things. We love ❤️ both of them. This was a great post.
I totally agree. LIFESTYLE is perfect. And if y'all decide to go "Kerouac" it would fit in perfectly.😀 BTW, although I know who Jack Kerouac is/was, I've never heard the term kerouac used quite the way Jason just used it. I love it.
Please don’t quit! Is it possible to have two channels? I enjoy the home decor videos, but am more interested in the updates on Jason. I am a retired RN who has also cared for family members and I think the support you offer for care givers is essential. Follow your heart!
I HATE that RUclips "punishes" creators for having variety on their channel. I watch people for their personality and the connection I feel like I have with them. I actually prefer it when different types of topics are presented. I hope you find a way to continue just as you would like to.
As someone who has no idea how being a RUclipsr works, requirements you need to fulfill or scrutiny from the channel you have … I can tell You I came for the decor and stayed because of the combination of decor and dementia awareness. I think your addition of your journey with dementia has not only enhanced but strengthened my interest in your channel and hope you don’t leave either behind.
This is one of my favorite channels and I enjoy all the content you and Jason put out. Home decor, lifestyle, dementia, care giving, you name it, you guys are top notch!!
I love your mix of home decor and lifestyle combined. But if due to RUclips's constraints, you find that it's beneficial for you to separate them, that's great also. We'll follow you guys wherever you are!❤
I love your videos! I enjoy watching you decorate, and I also love it when Jason makes an appearance - he has a great sense of humor and is very entertaining! I also appreciate the updates you give us regarding Jason’s health. 🙏❤️🙏
I watch all your videos whether they’re home decor or dementia and I bet a lot of people do. However, you could just do a separate Vlog channel to do the dementia videos and keep a charming abode simply home decor. I wonder if having the dementia separate would drive more traffic to those videos.
Happy 3 year Anniversary to the channel! I've enjoyed the variety of topics on your channel, I hope you continue down that path. Decorating/cooking/home improvements/dementia............you're keeping it going with variety and I don't think you even realize it, which is a good thing.
Please don’t change a thing! I love your decorating style, yours and Jason’s personalities, how you interact, and love the updates on Jason’s issue. I think having the variety gives your channel dimension and interest. It’s perfect. ❤
I just wanted to let you know. My wife has been watching your Chanel for quite awhile now. Just over a year ago I got so ill that going to work was just harder and harder every week. It got to the point that I just couldn’t work anymore. Shortly later I was told that I will need a heart transplant. I understand that our situation is different than yours. But my wife was telling me about Jason so I watched one of the videos with him in it. That day I subscribed to your channel and watched all the videos involving Jason. He has been such a inspiration to me and you to my wife as a caregiver. Thank you for sharing your story and showing your faith in the Lord. God bless.
Oh Leslie, you are allways beautiful, inside and out. And your channel has grown because you are real. I enjoy seeing both home design and following dementia. You are not aging, you are getting wiser. The idea of being a wanderer is also a good idea.
Nooooo! Don't quit☹ I love that you have so many different things and you are not a one trick pony! Most channels talk about one thing either clothes, makeup, decor or nonsense...You are REAL and talk about real things that matter, I HATE BORING and you are one of the few that don't leave me bored out of my mind🤪 I love everything about your channel!
I like the mix of both things. It’s real life and you do a great job of finding happiness in your home while living with illness. That is what I find so inspirational. 😘
Leslie, your sweet personality and Jason's comedic wit is what makes this channel so appealing. I like the home decor videos as well as the updates on Jason. Nothing in life stays the same forever so if you want to tweak your channel content - then go for it. I'm sure most of your subs will stick around and you'll likely have some channel growth too. Do whatever is best for you and Jason and be at peace with whatever you decide.
Please don't be so critical of yourself. You are my inspiration for starting my own DIY channel (hopefully before the start of the New Year) . It's not up and running yet but when I do publish for the first time, I hope I can do as well as your first. 🥰❤
Honestly, interior design shows are a dime a dozen on RUclips. What’s interesting about your channel is you take it to a more personal level by including Jason and his diagnosis, your travels and being willing to share your incredibly cute family with us! Seriously, I watch your channel every week. Also, your last episodes about your room addition included both Jason and home design.👍Online shopping is tricky for me and I wouldn’t mind more tips on how to navigate websites like Wayfair, for example. How to make the best use of their filters while shopping.
I watch your channel for you Leslie! I do enjoy home decor/renovations & we have a family member with dementia- so those two avenues fit. But I also think I would watch you travel, shop, cook - do anything. You are charming in your abode! Idea: would love to see some decorations for Christmas with lighting - the small light strings w/batteries in wreaths especially! Also, how to prepare for lots of guest for dinner. Sounds trivial, but it’s hard!!! Keep up the great work!
Congrats on your 3-year anniversary! So it started as home decor and then things happen in life, good or bad. That shouldn't affect your channel. However, if you guys wish to focus on only one that's fine, too because either way, we love your personalities! God bless.
I love you and Jason. Charming indeed. Your title is perfect. I will watch you guys cook, bake, meal plan, decorate, travel, shop, clothing haul and tryon, hair tutorial, learn about dementia, whatever you do. I will watch. I know RUclips rules are making it difficult but I want to see you guys continue to be charming in all areas !
One of your loyal and lovely viewers told me about your channel because I have shared on my dog channel that my mom sadly suffers from Lewy Body Dementia. Please don’t quit RUclips! I think you are doing a beautiful job covering BOTH décor and dementia. None of us are simply about one thing - we are dynamic as people with varying interests and RUclips should embrace this. It’s so ironic that your video today addresses being more than one subject matter because my latest video is more about my mom’s dementia than it is about our rescue dog, but the two are very much tied together since her diagnosis is what inspired us to welcome a dog into our lives. I went with my heart even though I know it might hurt me from an analytics perspective. I love your comment about letting the Lord lead you! That's what I'm trying to do as well! ❤🙏
I found your channel looking for information about my husband‘s condition. At the time, I wasn’t even watching very much about home decor because I was so worried about him. But even though my husband and I have really appreciated learning about this topic of early onset dementia and have since gotten our own diagnosis for him, I find inspiration seeing that you can branch out and do something else in your life with your husband as well. I enjoy seeing what you do with your home and how it brings you happiness and gives you a functional diversion from the devastation dementia brings. Please keep on keeping on!! ❤
I’ve never commented before. I enjoy both subjects you cover. I don’t understand the algorithms, but it’s too bad it works against you. Is there anything we regular watchers can do to help you out? I would hate for you to get discouraged and quit! Hang in there!
You have done an excellent job with this channel! I am not really into home decor (I started watching to learn more about Lewey Body Dementia) but I have stayed because you have a way of making us feel a part of your lives. And anytime you run out of ideas, I can always use an organizational video! Closets one week, kitchen cabinets and drawers another week, and we haven’t seen that glorious storage space in your attic for a while!
Leslie, we are always our worst critic. All those things you don’t like about yourself is what makes you genuine, that’s you and that is what makes your channel so inviting. Along with Jason showing up with his serious and funny side. I watch you a lot just to hear Jason’s updates on LBD. We have a friend who has it and I want to learn more about it. You both have helped educate us on that. Please don’t stop doing things the way you are. They have worked. Thank you both.
I love your channel just as it is! I'm a 23 year night nurse, just now retired to be full time caregiver for my husband of 43 years. He has FTD/CBD. You are an inspiration both as a caregiver yourself and home interior design. I came across you on Instagram somehow and was immediately hooked! I am gradually redecorating my home because of your videos! P.S. Kansas girl myself!
I'm not here for the decor and I have worked with dementia folks for years. I'm here because you are both fun, kind, and precious people and I enjoy you both.
This is my husband’s photo. I enjoy watching the two of you together! You’re very talented with a great sense of humor as a team! The best sense of humor on RUclips! I’m here for both! My dad had Lewy body dementia, so I’m interested in learning more about it from someone open to share. I also love design, but you have to do what you love.
I love to see it all - home decor, remodel, dementia and Jason’s journey, travel, family, grandkids and all the things! You both are wonderful to watch and I enjoy all your videos. Please continue to just be you and show us everything! You are a delight!!!
I do not know what I would do without you two! I can't wait for your new video every week. I stumbled upon your channel about a year and a half ago for the decorating. To my surprise I discovered you addressed dementia as well. My husband has early onset Alzheimer's in his 50's. I felt so alone because there isn't much out there for younger people with dementia. You guys gave me hope and joy. You encourage me and my husband. The bonus is that I love to decorate as well! Leslie you do a wonderful job at that. Your joy and sweetness is so refreshing. Jason's comedy and honesty is so enjoyable. I can see how intelligent you are Jason and it breaks my heart this disease is robbing you of a full healthy life. You "guys" are like friends to me, but you have to do what's best for your life. Summers you could do organizing, day in the life, dyi, Christmas in July with grandkids. Just some suggestions. You have a gift and are using it. Thank you for sharing. Blessings
I enjoy watching your videos. I hope you can continue. Maybe in the off months you could show new trends for future, paint colors, furniture styles changing, etc. Ask your fans, we will help in any way we can to keep you around for another 3 yrs. (or more) lol. Thanks for sharing. Have a great week.
Love the decor info for sure and also Jason’s humor!… (I thought those Hi-Karate kicks were everything, but then he did the the neighbor skit, priceless). Your home organization videos help so much. I hope it will work out to keep doing these wonderful videos!
I have enjoyed your channel very much. I love when you talk about decorating and dementia. Both are informative. Tell Jason thank you for popping in every once in a while. Your question and answer segments are great. Keep on making everything. It never gets old to me.
I hope you keep it exactly the way it is! I noticed you flinched when you mentioned Pier One. So did I!!! It was my favorite place!!!! Don’t change a thing!!!
Just want to say I really love you and Jason. Like so many of the comments, I to enjoy the decor but find the information on dementia enlightening and I’m sure it has been a tremendous help to those going through it. Your channel has been doing fantastic, why is RUclips deciding to interfere with making you tubers choose? We are with you no matter what you and Jason decide! 😊
Please don’t quit! Your home decor and Jason’s journey keep us wanting more! Retired RN here with a friend that has a husband with LB dementia also. So interesting to see the travels. Keep on please!
I hear you saying that it’s harder to share decorating ideas when the major seasons are passed. Also, that UTube has suggested that you do one or the other. Being a care taker takes SO much emotional energy, the fact that you’ve decided to quit your job to stay home is huge! All this being said I love your channel and look forward to it. You asked for some ideas so here’s a few: Decorating for New Year, Valentines Day, Flag Day Memorial Day, 4th of July, baby showers, wedding showers, preparing the guest room for guests, a variety of napkin folds, just a few ideas. It’s good to hear how your doing with care taking, including the struggles. You’re not alone so you touch many who are in a similar situation. The bottom line is you need to take care of yourself so that you can care for Jason. I’ll be praying that God will guide you in the direction that is best for both you and Jason. Blessings❤️
So glad you're going to continue with RUclips and all your content!!👍 You and Jason are a package deal! Your early videos weren't so bad...everyone has to start somewhere. Maybe on the slower months do more DIY projects and some DITL videos!! Or even a clothing haul and try-on!!👍💞
I hope you continue with both,home decor and talking with Jason or just you alone about dementia.I love decorating and I also lost both parent's to dementia so I relate to whatever your doing on here,and look forward to watching your channel very much!!!
I hope that you don't stop your channel, but I know you have to do what y'all need. I absolutely love your kindness and in general your personality. You can always expand and do other things you enjoy in the slow months. Day in the life, crafting, cleaning, homemaking, and cooking (I know Jason did the cooking). Well, I'm saying you could pretty much do anything and I'd watch. I pray God's will for you and Jason.
OMG. I almost can't watch this. Don't quit! You are both - a decorator who is amazing and adorable and a wife dealing with just life. We all love your hubby and we care. Why do you have to chose? Your audience, myself included, love everything about you and your life. We love you and pray for you and just want the best for you. . .
Please don’t quit!!! I hope you continue doing what you are doing. I have not followed other home decor channels but l once I found your channel, I look forward to every new episode. I love the fact that you are able to show how easy, and reasonable it is to decorate, and also include your and Jason’s journey with dementia. It’s amazing to me that you are able to it all. As far as I’m concerned, there is no conflict between the two areas. You are mainly home decor but with the human element in sharing your life. Just keep doing what you’re doing. A Canadian fan and viewer.
I love you guys and your channel…It wouldn’t matter if you filmed going to the grocery store! You’re genuine, entertaining and a joy to follow. Your love and respect for each other is a true testament to the sacrament of marriage. Life is a constantly changing journey and we need to adapt to those changes. Best wishes for whatever path you choose and for your time ahead with Jason’s illness but most of all, thank you for allowing us to follow you the last three years…it’s been a joy!
I LOVE your videos! I actually started watching because my husband was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s. I then very quickly came to really enjoy your decorating ideas and your love of life! I think one subscriber best described your channel as a “Lifestyle” channel! Your passion for making your home so comfortable and beautiful is contagious and it gives me something to focus on other than day-to-day caregiving! You both are a blessing!
I agree with the comments below. Love all of your videos, and the interaction between the two of you, and the insight into day-to-day real life situations in life with dementia on both the caregiver and the patient side are unique, real, and so very informative. Please continue, as long as it's good for the two of you.
I certainly hope you continue on You Tube, I thoroughly enjoy all your videos. Also I like your favorites videos and have missed them the past couple of months. Hope you do another one soon. I will follow you, but do prefer You Tube. Thanks for all you do and sharing with us.
I love your combination. I hope you aren't going to separate it. I love to see how you both are doing AND the lighthearted vlogs of decorating. I would also love hosting ideas during the summer. Maybe your favorite recepies and hosting ideas etc.
I love all of your videos! Thank you for sharing your lives with us. A few suggestions - how to fill your home with scents, organization/clean out of anything from a junk drawer to a closet, how you organize toys/stuff for the grandkids in your house and how you set up for and make a video.
It is so good to see real life melded into the journey with Jason. Sad that RUclips wants to buttonhole you into one aspect of your life. Thanks for the sharing of both of the topics. Seems the decorating provides a diversion from the dementia aspect. It's all very real, and that is so positive. Thanks, Leslie, for sharing all you do.
If it feels ok for you two, please continue the mix. I’ve lost a friend to frontotemporal dementia. I appreciate and respect Jason’s participation-thank you for your humor and wisdom, Jason. 👍 I loved watching your redo of the basement and your new addition! I can escape my challenges in your beautiful home! Thank you both! Prayers and ❤️❤️ for you!
I began watching for the home decorating but have stayed to share in your lives together as you face dementia. I pray you continue sharing as the Lord leads.I pray for you and thank God for the blessing you two are to families living through dementia and for those of us who may someday face these challenges. I doubt I'm alone when I say I feel like we are friends and I look forward to our time with you both. Blessings and lots of love, Mona
I love all you guys do and share. Love the transparency of your lives. Please don't quit either sides. Jason and your story with lewybody dementia and your decorating has given me such joy !!!
Hi Leslie and Jason, I started watching your videos re dementia because I don’t seasonally decorate anymore now that I’m old. You and Jason are so wonderful together and I love your honesty and your love for our Lord. I don’t know the ins and outs of making channels for RUclips but perhaps separating them would work better for you. Perhaps put out a video once a quarter re the dementia and the others however often you do them. I especially loved the addition to your home and the progress of the work it takes to get to the finish line. I watch those kinds of videos on HGTV all the time. Now I want to see the progress on your back yard! Keep up the great work, you are wonderful to watch!
I’m here for all of it!!! I want more of it all! Lol I think if you put a camera on your dog I would watch him wandering around (insert that K-word) lol
I found your channel because of Jason. I am a caregiver (12 years) for my husband. The last of his major health issues is vascular dementia. I then discovered your other content area videos on decorating your home. I will follow you on both programs if you split the content areas into two programs. As you are well aware dementia is the umbrella term for all types of memory issue diagnoses. But for the care giver the day-to-day care and ombudsman issues don't differ all that much. The conversations you have with Jason deal with pertinent issues for all of us who care for a person with memory issues. I have laughed and cried with, and for you and me because of your unvarnished (pun intended) and authentic content. Please do not disappear.
Really like having both aspects to the channel. Our lives are multi-focused so why not a multi-focused channel? Leslie, your decor style and tips are inspiring and my hubby has some similar but different issues as Jason so I appreciate you guys sharing that as well. In the long run, do what you enjoy and if it’s Kerouac-ing more power to you! God bless!
I look forward all week to your videos on Sunday afternoon ❤. I hope you are doing both the decor and Jason and Leslie dementia journey for a long long time. Blessings for your week sweetie. I love your giggles too.
I hope you don’t stop your channel. You are one of my favourite RUclipsrs. I like hearing the updates on Jason as well as seeing him in the videos. You are both a joy to watch. You would be greatly missed Leslie. BTW, you are far to hard on yourself…your first video wasn’t that bad.
What makes your channel so great Leslie is that you Do have both aspects. Your love story with Jason and the education about Lewy Body Dementia that both you and Jason (hi Jason)generously share with us and then the joy and beauty of your decorating. It portrayes such a depth of integrity and character that you both have in life as well as the importance of being joyful, laughing and cooking while enjoying everyday life creating beautiful surroundings. The two together seem like a perfect balance that touch our souls and spirit. We adore and love you and Jason and genuinely want to learn and know how both of you are doing. We never know what could happen in our own families or with friends where life changes. I think this channel is a precursor to handling life with compassion, education, helping others see the real ups and downs in life. This helps us all to not feel alone when life changes and we have two wonderful authentic human beings lighting the way so we can handle situations that come our way with dignity. We get to send love and prayers to you both. Your channel is sacred. Please continue this channel as long as it is still good for you both. Whenever you think you need to stop then we respect and understand. Then we are left with a wealth of knowledge, wisdom and love. We love you both and thank you deeply.
I like all your videos, but I think my favorites are when you show tablescapes. Tablescape Tuesdays during the down times would be fun. Just every day ones that aren’t part of a holiday or season, with things you already have, would be fun. If you decide to split into two channels, I would subscribe to both. I’ve found myself enjoying channels that don’t really follow trends as much, but just show what they like and show their own personalities and style. The two of you seem like people we all would like to be in a small group or Sunday school class with. 😊💛 Edited to add that I would never try to tell you what to do with your channel, but since you asked for us to tell you what we like the most, I thought you would enjoy positive feedback. I hope it came across as encouragement. 💛
I love your channel just the way it is. Perhaps some construction of outdoor decorations might be a bridge for July and August or family recipes. Your ideas are amazing. Thank you for your honest conversations. God bless you both.
I enjoy your channel! Be sad to see you leave RUclips. Love you both! ❤️ ❤️ With that being said whatever you choose is best for you and Jason is the most important thing and completely understand. 💝
I watch you for both! Both is apart of you. If it gets hard in the summer, just show us (if you even want to show us) what your house looks like without the special decoration. I love you both - God bless you both!
I enjoy your videos on decorating and cooking cleaning maybe see more some shopping makeup ideas but please keep us updated on Jason your home life with this disease it helps others ❤️we love you 😍
Your Channel is the best one I have ever seen. I am dealing with dementia and I go for more testing this week to see what kind of dementia. I love watching both of you your an inspiration to me
I hope you are able to continue your channel. I love the mix of real life and the decor tips and styles you share with us. Just do what is best for you and Jason. Happy Thanksgiving!
I couldn’t do what you do Leslie, I would be pausing and restarting all the time.😊 don’t put yourself down… I love to watch your videos…Christmas, Halloween, your projects with Jason. Keep going…😊
Please keep going just as you are. I so look forward to your weekly videos. Love you include Jason and sharing his journey. You guys are great so please stay as you are doing.
Congratulations on 3 years! I really think your 1st episode was great. I enjoy you both so much. I hope they will continue to let you do both. I enjoy the decor part but I also like to hear from dementia from y’all. My husband has been diagnosed with depression and he is having bad issues with his short term memory. You both are a source of encouragement and knowledge on dementia. Prayers for you both. 😊❤😊🙏
Congrats on 3 years. I enjoy both sides of your channel but I especially enjoy the lifestyle side. It's is so open and honest and I'm sure helps so many people. ♥️
I look forward to all of your videos! No matter what the content, I seem to find some sort of inspiration! I hope you continue your channel. For one I would greatly miss you both!!
Congratulations on 3 years of success with you tube. I hope you continue sharing your decor ideas and life with Jason episodes. Maybe you could do some videos helping others with their design struggles. I will be here to support your channel. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Leslie, I really think adding Jason and his story to your channel has enriched it. You don't have to choose--your followers are there because we love and appreciate all that you do--ALL. If you still enjoy making content please continue!
I agree 100%
I also agree!!!!
I totally agree!!
Completely agree!!!! God will guide you, just listen.❤🙏
Yes! Me too!
Don't make a choice! Your designing expertise is impeccable and your bravery for opening up not only your home, but your personal life touches thousands of us. Unless it has become a burden for you emotionally or physically, don't change a thing. But do what is best for you! You come first! hugs!
JimsPal-so well put! 👏
Perfectly said❤️Keep doing you and what makes y’all happy. Blessings to you both
Yes!!! Exactly what I was going to say!! I love your channel. Please don’t go! I admire you both! I’m praying for you and your journey.
Here, here
I totally agree with JimsPal ! Love you both and love your channel just the way it is. It inspires us to not give up and keep going forward and find humor in life with God's help! Blessings upon you both and your family!💞💞💞
Please
Don’t stop your channel. I’m a nurse who works closely with dementia/Alzheimer’s patients. I find your videos very open, raw, honest, and informative. I also love your talent at home decorating. Please do t give up!
Please please please don't stop your channel. Many people love it and both of you are honest, genuine and an inspiration to so many people in different parts of the world. Thank you and we really appreciate your you tube channel. It is down to earth and so real God bless you always. Frances from Malta, Europe.
Nothing you’ve done so far has hurt your channel. You guys are the best.
Leslie !! You do a wonderful video EVERY SINGLE TIME! You are too hard on yourself!!! Your worst critic!
Keep goin girl, and quit looking in the rear-view mirror!!! You are a Rock Star!🤩🤩🤩
Personally I've enjoyed every Charming Abode video that I've watched. I love your decor style and how you make home look so welcoming. I also like keeping up with your and Jason's journey with his diagnosis, and seeing how you both face the future with faith in Jesus. I mean, in every difficult situation, He is our only hope, and you both have admitted your reliance on Him. I've enjoyed your summer/fall journey with your new room. I hope you stay encouraged and keep your channel. I think it's the perfect mix. Love and prayers to you both! 🙏 🥰
Please please don’t quit we love 💕 every single thing you do it gives us ideas how to decorate please we will miss you
Love your channel!
I love all your videos! Do what’s best for you though!
P.S. Leslie and Jason - you are a LIFESTYLE channel. And we love watching you. We learned 18 months ago that my husband, Joe, has Lewy Body Dementia (he was 67 at the time). That’s originally how I found your channel, too. The decor lessons are icing on the cake. And Joe watches your shows with me. He listens to Jason especially and sometimes will look at me and say, “He’s right.” Thank you!
I like the idea od keeping both aspects of the channel as long as they both are comfortable doing so and calling it a LIFESTYLE channel is a great idea. That could cover so many things. We love ❤️ both of them. This was a great post.
I totally agree. LIFESTYLE is perfect. And if y'all decide to go "Kerouac" it would fit in perfectly.😀 BTW, although I know who Jack Kerouac is/was, I've never heard the term kerouac used quite the way Jason just used it. I love it.
Please don’t quit! Is it possible to have two channels? I enjoy the home decor videos, but am more interested in the updates on Jason. I am a retired RN who has also cared for family members and I think the support you offer for care givers is essential. Follow your heart!
I HATE that RUclips "punishes" creators for having variety on their channel. I watch people for their personality and the connection I feel like I have with them. I actually prefer it when different types of topics are presented. I hope you find a way to continue just as you would like to.
I think the channel having your journey with Lewy Body Dementia and home decor makes it an awesome channel!
You go girl!!!
As someone who has no idea how being a RUclipsr works, requirements you need to fulfill or scrutiny from the channel you have … I can tell You I came for the decor and stayed because of the combination of decor and dementia awareness. I think your addition of your journey with dementia has not only enhanced but strengthened my interest in your channel and hope you don’t leave either behind.
AMEN !!! I TOTALLY AGREE !!!
YOU TWO ARE AWSOME !!! I LOVE YOU BOTH !!!
WE NEED YOU !!!!
This is one of my favorite channels and I enjoy all the content you and Jason put out. Home decor, lifestyle, dementia, care giving, you name it, you guys are top notch!!
I totally agree with others-the combination has made your channel great. Love you and that wonderful Jason!
I love your mix of home decor and lifestyle combined. But if due to RUclips's constraints, you find that it's beneficial for you to separate them, that's great also. We'll follow you guys wherever you are!❤
Is it possible to have two channels. It would be hard to choose. I enjoy both.
You have to do what's best for the two of you. I hope you stay but if you choose another platform, please let us know where to follow.
I love your videos! I enjoy watching you decorate, and I also love it when Jason makes an appearance - he has a great sense of humor and is very entertaining! I also appreciate the updates you give us regarding Jason’s health. 🙏❤️🙏
I watch all your videos whether they’re home decor or dementia and I bet a lot of people do. However, you could just do a separate Vlog channel to do the dementia videos and keep a charming abode simply home decor. I wonder if having the dementia separate would drive more traffic to those videos.
Personally, I follow you for you. I enjoy all your creations and love the diversity!
Please keep doing what you're doing! Don't stop anything! People are ridiculous when they tell you what to illuminate!
Happy 3 year Anniversary to the channel! I've enjoyed the variety of topics on your channel, I hope you continue down that path. Decorating/cooking/home improvements/dementia............you're keeping it going with variety and I don't think you even realize it, which is a good thing.
I love seeing Jason’s cute personality and I love watching you decorate, just be who you are
Please don’t change a thing! I love your decorating style, yours and Jason’s personalities, how you interact, and love the updates on Jason’s issue. I think having the variety gives your channel dimension and interest. It’s perfect. ❤
I just wanted to let you know. My wife has been watching your Chanel for quite awhile now. Just over a year ago I got so ill that going to work was just harder and harder every week. It got to the point that I just couldn’t work anymore. Shortly later I was told that I will need a heart transplant. I understand that our situation is different than yours. But my wife was telling me about Jason so I watched one of the videos with him in it. That day I subscribed to your channel and watched all the videos involving Jason. He has been such a inspiration to me and you to my wife as a caregiver. Thank you for sharing your story and showing your faith in the Lord. God bless.
We are all multidimensional people and so should your channel! Love you guys!
Oh Leslie, you are allways beautiful, inside and out. And your channel has grown because you are real.
I enjoy seeing both home design and following dementia. You are not aging, you are getting wiser.
The idea of being a wanderer is also a good idea.
Why fix something if it’s not broke, right? I love your videos. I find them enlightening and entertaining!❤❤❤
You can do both, we enjoy both! I always love what you put out!
Nooooo! Don't quit☹ I love that you have so many different things and you are not a one trick pony! Most channels talk about one thing either clothes, makeup, decor or nonsense...You are REAL and talk about real things that matter, I HATE BORING and you are one of the few that don't leave me bored out of my mind🤪 I love everything about your channel!
Well, all that being said, I watch for both types of content! You are both super fun and entertaining! Glad you will be sticking around a while!
I like the mix of both things. It’s real life and you do a great job of finding happiness in your home while living with illness. That is what I find so inspirational. 😘
You can do both on this channel. It doesn’t need to be split.
Leslie, your sweet personality and Jason's comedic wit is what makes this channel so appealing. I like the home decor videos as well as the updates on Jason. Nothing in life stays the same forever so if you want to tweak your channel content - then go for it. I'm sure most of your subs will stick around and you'll likely have some channel growth too. Do whatever is best for you and Jason and be at peace with whatever you decide.
Well said!
Please don't be so critical of yourself. You are my inspiration for starting my own DIY channel (hopefully before the start of the New Year) . It's not up and running yet but when I do publish for the first time, I hope I can do as well as your first. 🥰❤
Please keep your channel. I love watching just the way it is.
Honestly, interior design shows are a dime a dozen on RUclips. What’s interesting about your channel is you take it to a more personal level by including Jason and his diagnosis, your travels and being willing to share your incredibly cute family with us! Seriously, I watch your channel every week. Also, your last episodes about your room addition included both Jason and home design.👍Online shopping is tricky for me and I wouldn’t mind more tips on how to navigate websites like Wayfair, for example. How to make the best use of their filters while shopping.
I watch your channel for you Leslie! I do enjoy home decor/renovations & we have a family member with dementia- so those two avenues fit. But I also think I would watch you travel, shop, cook - do anything. You are charming in your abode! Idea: would love to see some decorations for Christmas with lighting - the small light strings w/batteries in wreaths especially! Also, how to prepare for lots of guest for dinner. Sounds trivial, but it’s hard!!! Keep up the great work!
Congrats on your 3-year anniversary! So it started as home decor and then things happen in life, good or bad. That shouldn't affect your channel. However, if you guys wish to focus on only one that's fine, too because either way, we love your personalities! God bless.
I love you and Jason. Charming indeed. Your title is perfect. I will watch you guys cook, bake, meal plan, decorate, travel, shop, clothing haul and tryon, hair tutorial, learn about dementia, whatever you do. I will watch. I know RUclips rules are making it difficult but I want to see you guys continue to be charming in all areas !
One of your loyal and lovely viewers told me about your channel because I have shared on my dog channel that my mom sadly suffers from Lewy Body Dementia. Please don’t quit RUclips! I think you are doing a beautiful job covering BOTH décor and dementia. None of us are simply about one thing - we are dynamic as people with varying interests and RUclips should embrace this. It’s so ironic that your video today addresses being more than one subject matter because my latest video is more about my mom’s dementia than it is about our rescue dog, but the two are very much tied together since her diagnosis is what inspired us to welcome a dog into our lives. I went with my heart even though I know it might hurt me from an analytics perspective. I love your comment about letting the Lord lead you! That's what I'm trying to do as well! ❤🙏
I found your channel looking for information about my husband‘s condition. At the time, I wasn’t even watching very much about home decor because I was so worried about him. But even though my husband and I have really appreciated learning about this topic of early onset dementia and have since gotten our own diagnosis for him, I find inspiration seeing that you can branch out and do something else in your life with your husband as well. I enjoy seeing what you do with your home and how it brings you happiness and gives you a functional diversion from the devastation dementia brings. Please keep on keeping on!! ❤
I’ve never commented before. I enjoy both subjects you cover. I don’t understand the algorithms, but it’s too bad it works against you. Is there anything we regular watchers can do to help you out? I would hate for you to get discouraged and quit! Hang in there!
You have done an excellent job with this channel! I am not really into home decor (I started watching to learn more about Lewey Body Dementia) but I have stayed because you have a way of making us feel a part of your lives. And anytime you run out of ideas, I can always use an organizational video! Closets one week, kitchen cabinets and drawers another week, and we haven’t seen that glorious storage space in your attic for a while!
Leslie, we are always our worst critic. All those things you don’t like about yourself is what makes you genuine, that’s you and that is what makes your channel so inviting. Along with Jason showing up with his serious and funny side. I watch you a lot just to hear Jason’s updates on LBD. We have a friend who has it and I want to learn more about it. You both have helped educate us on that. Please don’t stop doing things the way you are. They have worked. Thank you both.
I see nothing wrong with highlighting both home decorating and Jason's journey. I truly enjoy both.
My husband and I are both! Yes we can!
I love your channel just as it is! I'm a 23 year night nurse, just now retired to be full time caregiver for my husband of 43 years. He has FTD/CBD. You are an inspiration both as a caregiver yourself and home interior design. I came across you on Instagram somehow and was immediately hooked! I am gradually redecorating my home because of your videos! P.S. Kansas girl myself!
I'm not here for the decor and I have worked with dementia folks for years. I'm here because you are both fun, kind, and precious people and I enjoy you both.
I love your videos.. I love the idea of you documenting the life of dementia and decorating.. keep it up..
This is my husband’s photo. I enjoy watching the two of you together! You’re very talented with a great sense of humor as a team! The best sense of humor on RUclips! I’m here for both! My dad had Lewy body dementia, so I’m interested in learning more about it from someone open to share. I also love design, but you have to do what you love.
I love to see it all - home decor, remodel, dementia and Jason’s journey, travel, family, grandkids and all the things! You both are wonderful to watch and I enjoy all your videos. Please continue to just be you and show us everything! You are a delight!!!
I do not know what I would do without you two! I can't wait for your new video every week. I stumbled upon your channel about a year and a half ago for the decorating. To my surprise I discovered you addressed dementia as well. My husband has early onset Alzheimer's in his 50's. I felt so alone because there isn't much out there for younger people with dementia. You guys gave me hope and joy. You encourage me and my husband. The bonus is that I love to decorate as well! Leslie you do a wonderful job at that. Your joy and sweetness is so refreshing. Jason's comedy and honesty is so enjoyable. I can see how intelligent you are Jason and it breaks my heart this disease is robbing you of a full healthy life. You "guys" are like friends to me, but you have to do what's best for your life.
Summers you could do organizing, day in the life, dyi, Christmas in July with grandkids. Just some suggestions.
You have a gift and are using it. Thank you for sharing. Blessings
Just know that a huge portion of us care about both your journey and the decor. We all are fans and just know we’ll be here! Love to you both!
I enjoy watching your videos. I hope you can continue. Maybe in the off months you could show new trends for future, paint colors, furniture styles changing, etc. Ask your fans, we
will help in any way we can to keep you around for another 3 yrs. (or more) lol. Thanks for sharing. Have a great week.
Love the decor info for sure and also Jason’s humor!… (I thought those Hi-Karate kicks were everything, but then he did the the neighbor skit, priceless). Your home organization videos help so much. I hope it will work out to keep doing these wonderful videos!
I have enjoyed your channel very much. I love when you talk about decorating and dementia. Both are informative. Tell Jason thank you for popping in every once in a while. Your question and answer segments are great. Keep on making everything. It never gets old to me.
I hope you keep it exactly the way it is! I noticed you flinched when you mentioned Pier One. So did I!!! It was my favorite place!!!! Don’t change a thing!!!
Just want to say I really love you and Jason. Like so many of the comments, I to enjoy the decor but find the information on dementia enlightening and I’m sure it has been a tremendous help to those going through it. Your channel has been doing fantastic, why is RUclips deciding to interfere with making you tubers choose? We are with you no matter what you and Jason decide! 😊
Please don’t quit! Your home decor and Jason’s journey keep us wanting more! Retired RN here with a friend that has a husband with LB dementia also. So interesting to see the travels. Keep on please!
I ALWAYS look forward to your videos whether design or dementia.
I hear you saying that it’s harder to share decorating ideas when the major seasons are passed. Also, that UTube has suggested that you do one or the other. Being a care taker takes SO much emotional energy, the fact that you’ve decided to quit your job to stay home is huge! All this being said I love your channel and look forward to it. You asked for some ideas so here’s a few: Decorating for New Year, Valentines Day, Flag Day Memorial Day, 4th of July, baby showers, wedding showers, preparing the guest room for guests, a variety of napkin folds, just a few ideas. It’s good to hear how your doing with care taking, including the struggles. You’re not alone so you touch many who are in a similar situation. The bottom line is you need to take care of yourself so that you can care for Jason. I’ll be praying that God will guide you in the direction that is best for both you and Jason. Blessings❤️
I agree! Also, Back to school, Dia de los Muertos, Entertaining, April Showers, May Flowers. Basically any excuse to decorate and celebrate life!
So glad you're going to continue with RUclips and all your content!!👍 You and Jason are a package deal! Your early videos weren't so bad...everyone has to start somewhere. Maybe on the slower months do more DIY projects and some DITL videos!! Or even a clothing haul and try-on!!👍💞
I hope you continue with both,home decor and talking with Jason or just you alone about dementia.I love decorating and I also lost both parent's to dementia so I relate to whatever your doing on here,and look forward to watching your channel very much!!!
I hope that you don't stop your channel, but I know you have to do what y'all need. I absolutely love your kindness and in general your personality. You can always expand and do other things you enjoy in the slow months. Day in the life, crafting, cleaning, homemaking, and cooking (I know Jason did the cooking). Well, I'm saying you could pretty much do anything and I'd watch. I pray God's will for you and Jason.
OMG. I almost can't watch this. Don't quit! You are both - a decorator who is amazing and adorable and a wife dealing with just life. We all love your hubby and we care. Why do you have to chose? Your audience, myself included, love everything about you and your life. We love you and pray for you and just want the best for you. . .
Please don’t quit!!! I hope you continue doing what you are doing. I have not followed other home decor channels but l once I found your channel, I look forward to every new episode. I love the fact that you are able to show how easy, and reasonable it is to decorate, and also include your and Jason’s journey with dementia. It’s amazing to me that you are able to it all. As far as I’m concerned, there is no conflict between the two areas. You are mainly home decor but with the human element in sharing your life. Just keep doing what you’re doing. A Canadian fan and viewer.
I love you guys and your channel…It wouldn’t matter if you filmed going to the grocery store! You’re genuine, entertaining and a joy to follow. Your love and respect for each other is a true testament to the sacrament of marriage. Life is a constantly changing journey and we need to adapt to those changes. Best wishes for whatever path you choose and for your time ahead with Jason’s illness but most of all, thank you for allowing us to follow you the last three years…it’s been a joy!
Do both! I enjoy your designs and you and Jason have helped me with my husband’s health journey!
I LOVE your videos! I actually started watching because my husband was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s. I then very quickly came to really enjoy your decorating ideas and your love of life! I think one subscriber best described your channel as a “Lifestyle” channel! Your passion for making your home so comfortable and beautiful is contagious and it gives me something to focus on other than day-to-day caregiving! You both are a blessing!
I love both avenues that you share with us. It’s like family catching up with each other and learning a whole lot along the way.
Choose to keep both.
I have enjoyed the experience of decorating outside the box and the opportunity to learn about dementia.
Keep up the great work!
I agree with the comments below. Love all of your videos, and the interaction between the two of you, and the insight into day-to-day real life situations in life with dementia on both the caregiver and the patient side are unique, real, and so very informative. Please continue, as long as it's good for the two of you.
I certainly hope you continue on You Tube, I thoroughly enjoy all your videos. Also I like your favorites videos and have missed them the past couple of months. Hope you do another one soon. I will follow you, but do prefer You Tube. Thanks for all you do and sharing with us.
I love your combination. I hope you aren't going to separate it. I love to see how you both are doing AND the lighthearted vlogs of decorating. I would also love hosting ideas during the summer. Maybe your favorite recepies and hosting ideas etc.
I love all of your videos! Thank you for sharing your lives with us. A few suggestions - how to fill your home with scents, organization/clean out of anything from a junk drawer to a closet, how you organize toys/stuff for the grandkids in your house and how you set up for and make a video.
It is so good to see real life melded into the journey with Jason. Sad that RUclips wants to buttonhole you into one aspect of your life. Thanks for the sharing of both of the topics. Seems the decorating provides a diversion from the dementia aspect. It's all very real, and that is so positive. Thanks, Leslie, for sharing all you do.
If it feels ok for you two, please continue the mix. I’ve lost a friend to frontotemporal dementia. I appreciate and respect Jason’s participation-thank you for your humor and wisdom, Jason. 👍 I loved watching your redo of the basement and your new addition! I can escape my challenges in your beautiful home! Thank you both! Prayers and ❤️❤️ for you!
I began watching for the home decorating but have stayed to share in your lives together as you face dementia. I pray you continue sharing as the Lord leads.I pray for you and thank God for the blessing you two are to families living through dementia and for those of us who may someday face these challenges. I doubt I'm alone when I say I feel like we are friends and I look forward to our time with you both. Blessings and lots of love, Mona
Congratulations. You two are on a life’s course and sharing your life with positivity and realism. Thank you and bless you. ❤
I love what you're doing.
I love all you guys do and share. Love the transparency of your lives. Please don't quit either sides. Jason and your story with lewybody dementia and your decorating has given me such joy !!!
Hi Leslie and Jason, I started watching your videos re dementia because I don’t seasonally decorate anymore now that I’m old. You and Jason are so wonderful together and I love your honesty and your love for our Lord. I don’t know the ins and outs of making channels for RUclips but perhaps separating them would work better for you. Perhaps put out a video once a quarter re the dementia and the others however often you do them. I especially loved the addition to your home and the progress of the work it takes to get to the finish line. I watch those kinds of videos on HGTV all the time. Now I want to see the progress on your back yard! Keep up the great work, you are wonderful to watch!
I'm a new subscriber. Boy am I glad I found y'all. There's an infectious spirit that brings me here.
Thank you 😊 happy to have you here on our channel!
I love your decorating and information on Jason.s dementia. Pllease don.t quit I love this channel so much !
I’m here for all of it!!! I want more of it all! Lol I think if you put a camera on your dog I would watch him wandering around (insert that K-word) lol
I found your channel because of Jason. I am a caregiver (12 years) for my husband. The last of his major health issues is vascular dementia. I then discovered your other content area videos on decorating your home. I will follow you on both programs if you split the content areas into two programs.
As you are well aware dementia is the umbrella term for all types of memory issue diagnoses. But for the care giver the day-to-day care and ombudsman issues don't differ all that much. The conversations you have with Jason deal with pertinent issues for all of us who care for a person with memory issues. I have laughed and cried with, and for you and me because of your unvarnished (pun intended) and authentic content. Please do not disappear.
Really like having both aspects to the channel. Our lives are multi-focused so why not a multi-focused channel? Leslie, your decor style and tips are inspiring and my hubby has some similar but different issues as Jason so I appreciate you guys sharing that as well. In the long run, do what you enjoy and if it’s Kerouac-ing more power to you! God bless!
I look forward all week to your videos on Sunday afternoon ❤. I hope you are doing both the decor and Jason and Leslie dementia journey for a long long time. Blessings for your week sweetie. I love your giggles too.
I hope you don’t stop your channel. You are one of my favourite RUclipsrs. I like hearing the updates on Jason as well as seeing him in the videos. You are both a joy to watch. You would be greatly missed Leslie. BTW, you are far to hard on yourself…your first video wasn’t that bad.
What makes your channel so great Leslie is that you Do have both aspects. Your love story with Jason and the education about Lewy Body Dementia that both you and Jason (hi Jason)generously share with us and then the joy and beauty of your decorating. It portrayes such a depth of integrity and character that you both have in life as well as the importance of being joyful, laughing and cooking while enjoying everyday life creating beautiful surroundings. The two together seem like a perfect balance that touch our souls and spirit. We adore and love you and Jason and genuinely want to learn and know how both of you are doing. We never know what could happen in our own families or with friends where life changes. I think this channel is a precursor to handling life with compassion, education, helping others see the real ups and downs in life. This helps us all to not feel alone when life changes and we have two wonderful authentic human beings lighting the way so we can handle situations that come our way with dignity. We get to send love and prayers to you both. Your channel is sacred. Please continue this channel as long as it is still good for you both. Whenever you think you need to stop then we respect and understand. Then we are left with a wealth of knowledge, wisdom and love. We love you both and thank you deeply.
I like all your videos, but I think my favorites are when you show tablescapes. Tablescape Tuesdays during the down times would be fun. Just every day ones that aren’t part of a holiday or season, with things you already have, would be fun.
If you decide to split into two channels, I would subscribe to both.
I’ve found myself enjoying channels that don’t really follow trends as much, but just show what they like and show their own personalities and style. The two of you seem like people we all would like to be in a small group or Sunday school class with. 😊💛
Edited to add that I would never try to tell you what to do with your channel, but since you asked for us to tell you what we like the most, I thought you would enjoy positive feedback.
I hope it came across as encouragement. 💛
I love your channel just the way it is. Perhaps some construction of outdoor decorations might be a bridge for July and August or family recipes. Your ideas are amazing. Thank you for your honest conversations. God bless you both.
I enjoy your channel! Be sad to see you leave RUclips. Love you both! ❤️ ❤️
With that being said whatever you choose is best for you and Jason is the most important thing and completely understand. 💝
I watch you for both! Both is apart of you. If it gets hard in the summer, just show us (if you even want to show us) what your house looks like without the special decoration. I love you both - God bless you both!
I enjoy your videos on decorating and cooking cleaning maybe see more some shopping makeup ideas but please keep us updated on Jason your home life with this disease it helps others ❤️we love you 😍
Your Channel is the best one I have ever seen. I am dealing with dementia and I go for more testing this week to see what kind of dementia. I love watching both of you your an inspiration to me
I hope you are able to continue your channel. I love the mix of real life and the decor tips and styles you share with us. Just do what is best for you and Jason. Happy Thanksgiving!
Congratulations on 3 years! I’m sure when the time is right if a change is warranted you will know in your heart. Appreciate you both. ❤
I am definitely here for BOTH..dementia and home decor. I'll watch whatever you guys decide to do!!
I couldn’t do what you do Leslie, I would be pausing and restarting all the time.😊 don’t put yourself down… I love to watch your videos…Christmas, Halloween, your projects with Jason. Keep going…😊
Well I enjoy all aspects of your channel and I learned a new word today!!!
Please keep going just as you are. I so look forward to your weekly videos. Love you include Jason and sharing his journey. You guys are great so please stay as you are doing.
Congratulations on 3 years! I really think your 1st episode was great. I enjoy you both so much. I hope they will continue to let you do both. I enjoy the decor part but I also like to hear from dementia from y’all. My husband has been diagnosed with depression and he is having bad issues with his short term memory. You both are a source of encouragement and knowledge on dementia. Prayers for you both. 😊❤😊🙏
Congrats on 3 years. I enjoy both sides of your channel but I especially enjoy the lifestyle side. It's is so open and honest and I'm sure helps so many people. ♥️
You are so hilarious and lovely! What makes your channel special is that you are both so authentic, and genuine!
I look forward to all of your videos! No matter what the content, I seem to find some sort of inspiration! I hope you continue your channel. For one I would greatly miss you both!!
Will follow you no matter what, but if you choose to not do it anymore we will understand . But gosh we will miss you both and your channel 😌
Congratulations on 3 years of success with you tube. I hope you continue sharing your decor ideas and life with Jason episodes. Maybe you could do some videos helping others with their design struggles. I will be here to support your channel. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️