Hello my dears!💕 I hope everyone is doing well🤗. 8 days left before Christmas and I hope everyone will enjoy this special and wonderful occasion. Me, I am planning to celebrate it with grateful heart since the reason we celebrate it is because of Christ❤️ Anyways, always take care and have a wonderful week ahead my dears! 💕🤗 Please do enjoy the video.
You are not alone in your feelings about an old year ending and a new one beginning in terms of worries and anxiety. You are coping with a lot of challenges and are doing as much as you can do.
Sweet girl, I’ve seen you struggle several times since I started watching you on RUclips. Even though you can’t see it I see a smart, loving girl who gives her best to everything her job and family. I will lift an extra prayer for you. You are amazing in this life you are leading!
Hello my dear Lou C❤ After 10 1/2 months in the hospital due to multiple illnesses, surgeries, some complications and long term autoimmune diseases I finally got to go home🥹 Thank you to Lou C & everyone who sent me prayers and love a few months back on one of Lou C’s videos💕. Your videos brought me comfort during those long stressful months and will continue to bring me comfort! Sending love and blessings and happy holidays to you all❤
Dear Lou I am writing to you from Quebec Canada. I think a lot of people are anxious as the new year approaches because we have a lot of people around us who are suffering. illness, poverty, loneliness, and so many other things that become more and more important over the years. I can only hope that 2024 will be a year filled with sweetness and serenity for you and for everyone.
Hello Lou C. I don’t think it is just you feeling down these days. With so much unhappiness in our world it is easy to let negative emotions sweep us away. But you’re doing everything right, taking walks, eating delicious foods, and improving your sleep. You even managed to get out and celebrate a day with a friend. All good things. I truly wish you a merry Christmas and hope that you can continue to rest and feel the joy of the season, the birth of that special baby so long ago. ❤
During my 2 years living and working in Japan (2007 - 2009) the thing I found surprising was the effort that people went to to decorate their houses for Christmas! I remember going into the supermarket in Japan for the first time (Australian here) and thinking to myself "Oh, this must be the Asian Food aisle"!!! Watching you shopping for groceries brings back so many fond memories, thank you for sharing your life. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Your positive outlook and approach to dealing with struggle and hardship is very admirable! I am 66 yrs. old, and I appreciate the value of learning these things! May you continue to be blessed this Christmas!
Hello there. Always remember that your feelings are valid. You are valid. And that whatever you're going through is not your fault. I hope all is well with you. Merry Christmas to you and yours. 😃
Dear Lou! Your videos are a blessing for me and I feel your pain. I also had lived in a different country (I am from Brazil and I had lived in the US for almost 9 years) and this time of the year is a struggle. Please feel my care and my special hug for you brave girl!!! You got it! Happy 2024!
Dear Lou, I usually never write comments, but always watch your videos, because they comfort me in stressful or hard times. It is easy to fell sad during this period of time especially with everything going on the world right now. Please know, you are not alone with those feelings. I am very grateful for your videos, because they actually help me with exactly these kind of feelings you are describing. You make an impact on all of us viewers! Thank you for that, and I hope you can find some comfort in this. Greetings from Germany!
My dear Lou C, i felt sad at the beginning of your video due to the way you are feeling right now.. Please know you are not alone and we all care for you and appreciate you sharing your thoughts and your life with us all. You inspired me to take care of myself today as I live alone and dont get to spend Christmas with my family due to their religious beliefs. So I too spend it alone wishing I could show my family my love for them. Your video today made me smile at your determination and words of encouragement for others. Have a great day, look after yourself, lots of love from the friend youve never met in Scotland. xx
Hi Lou C. This time of year is a struggle for most people I think. Especially if our families are so far away. My family is 1300 miles away and even at my age (64) I still get very sad that I can't be with them at Christmas. All we can do is keep moving forward, stay busy and try our very best. I always look forward to your cozy, relaxing videos - I especially love to watch you cook. The meals you make look pretty amazing! Thank you for sharing!😉😉😉😉
Howdy. Thank you for the new video. We were already homesick. We also always find it hard to say goodbye to the old year and worry about what the new one will bring. Life is becoming more and more complicated, the joys are decreasing, and the years are increasing. Through it all, we must live in hope and be strong. We wish you good health, Merry Christmas and success in life. We love you. Ladislav and Marcela from the Czech Republic♥️
Christmas is a sad time for many people because expectations are set so high. It is a difficult time of year to be away from loved ones. Thank you for making this video even though you weren't feeling in the spirit. Buy yourself a few special treats to have on Christmas day. I am sending you love and peace. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Be blessed.
Hi Lou, so many of us are struggling every single day. You are not alone in this challenging, over bearing world that causes us to feel isolated, over worked. Keep going as you continue to inspire us all to feel accepted and help push aside negative feelings and that we need to take life in small steps.
Hello Lou C from Texas USA. I feel very blessed that I will be spending Christmas with kids and grandkids. It must be difficult when you can’t be with family. But there is so many people out there that you bring joy and happiness to this time of year. You are such a blessing to so many. You are a living Angel here on earth. Much much love
Hi Lou, thank you for sharing your video with us. I hope that you will have a great week...its christmas time again and i hope you will enjoy the season too... I hope you will decorate your place, play some Christmas music and try not to stress too much. Everyday little steps helps to make it a better day/month/year. Take good care of yourself ❤
Christmas is a very difficult time of the year. There are so many social pressures to be happy. It is important to feel whatt you feel, it is ok. I suffer from anxiety and depression. Sometimes I sleep too much because I cannot face the outside world. But I am lucky that I have my family near me and a good doctor. I hopê you can find peace in your Christmas not being what it normally is for you.
I started or found your videos a month ago - after the first one brought back a ton of memories - I spent fom age 20 -23 years old living in Osaka, first time I had really not known atleast someone, my first real apartment, it was my introduction into adulthood, it was a little rough, the first Christmas I had a $1200 phone bill, The time in general was amazing and looking back I wouldnt change a thing , met many incredable people that I still talk to 30 years later. Thank You PS Kentucky Fried Chicken used to be a big Christmas thing, Not sure why, but it was a reminder of home and everyone else did it.
Hi Lou! The Christmas season gets me down as well. It's hard when you feel alone and i get that way too. Try to be positive mentally and don't overthink things. Just live your life one day at a time and always think good things. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
It's common for people to feel down around the holidays. It seems to me that you are doing so many things right. You eat healthy, you exercise, you take care of your health like making sure you get enough sleep and getting your thyroid surgery. You also make SO many people happy by posting your videos. I think you are an amazing young woman and you are so brave. You moved to a whole other country ALONE. That is not something a lot of people could handle. I love your videos so much and I'm sending you hopes for a wonderful 2024.
Hi Lou C! USA 🇺🇸 Missouri here. A lot of us are in that boat with you. You try so hard, but work, people, weather and just everything in general just gets in the way. I have anxiety problems, so I know the battle you’re fighting. Just continue to fight and you’ll end up on top eventually. I wish you a Happy Christmas and beautiful New Year with many, many blessings!❤ Girl, you are looking good, it looks like you’ve dropped some weight. Take care. Our tax in the US is usually around 28 percent for federal, and 6 percent for state. Plus we have to pay personal property fit the city, which for us is about $1,000. We are retired, but still have to pay the darn taxes! LOL
The meal that you made, the pork and seafood stir fry, looks amazing! I have to say the Japanese carrots are gorgeous. I've never seen such big and perfect looking ones.
Yes it looked so good. I do worry about all that plastic 😢 we in the UK are getting our supermarkets to stop using so much plastic. It's an up hill battle but we must all try and do our little bit to help improve our environment ❤ love and peace to all. Rosie O from Devon England 🏴 xx
I feel for you about the waning Christmas spirit. I’m currently in an ER myself with a possibly bad heart so I can’t say I’m too excited about the holidays either. No matter what tho, never stop taking care of yourself and living your best life and have a wonderful Christmas! ❤😎
God Bless You & Yours And: HAVE A SPEEDY RECOVERY IN JESUS CHRIST'S NAME!!! WISHING YOU AND ALL HAPPY AND HEALTHY DAYS AHEAD...2024 AND BEYOND...😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎄🎄🎄🎄🙏🙏🙏🙏⚡⚡⚡⚡
I just like watching your grocery vlogs. It really soothes my eye on how Japan is so good with packaging that you can't say no to purchasing them. And I love that they have small amount of food to buy which is good for one person. Here in Ph most item is in bulk.
I admire you so much, Lou. You are an example of graciousness and humility for everyone who watches your videos. Praying for you, that you would feel the presence of Jesus, especially on the hard days.
I so appreciate your openness and honesty regarding your feelings and struggles. This time of year is hard for many and I DO wish we could all have a child's innocence again at Christmas! Have a blessed holiday Lou and know how very many wish you a wonderful 2024 ahead!❤
Hi Lou, glad to see you again, thanks for the video, please never lose strength when you have darker moments, yes sometimes life is hard, even the challenges we always have to overcome. And even if you think no one can understand your problems, maybe you haven't met someone who makes you feel, but you can always count on yourself, and you are wonderful! A hug Eva
I was so moved by the beginning of this video that I wrote the sentences in my diary. Your words touched me deeply as I too feel like sometimes no one understands my struggle. Sending much love to you!
Rough patches are part of life. But we accept the bad with the good cause without the bad times we wouldn't be able to appreciate the good times. You are so much fun to watch and you show a different aspect of living in Japan. I don't see much with others I follow online
First of all I would like to thank you for such wonderful videos I appreciate you for the hardworks that you are doing for yourself and for your family I know that no one around us ever bother that what's going with others, how much problem they are facing But still there are people 5-10 % who are literally doing great works for the sake of the world And I believe that the day will come when most of us will be doing works for others, helping others and make this workspd a better place So I once again thank you for the videos And I will pray that all the ones who are fighting the sake of the world Thank you
The truth is life can be very difficult and overwhelming sometimes for most people around the world.I see you prepare beautiful meals,live comfortably in a clean and cosy environment,you are independent,making your own living whereas there are people and children starving to death,living in abusive environments or suffering the hell of an endless war without basic necessities and people whose health is poor making them unable to enjoy simple things in life such as a walk or good meal.Lets be grateful for what we have for a change.In my country we say its a wheel and it goes round....things change in the end,its up to us to toughen up or get pulled down.You are awesome,from Greece with love and wishes to all for a happy new year
I have heard a lot of people this year, for the 1st time, say they were just not into Christmas this yr. We have very very little decorations ourselves out. This will pass. Hopefully '24 brings new beginnings. Just remember the reason for the season & all will be good. Thank you for another great video. Love watching!
I wish we had the places in Japan here in the USA. If we do have them, they are always far away or in the big cities. Your food always looks so good. My daughter is so much like you and goes through a lot of the same things. Stay strong and keep doing what you are. You are an amazing young women.
This is my first time being alone on Christmas so I want everyone to know you aren't by yourself we all are together in spirit. So be happy you are alive and well cheers to good health and a great end to this year 🥂
Hi . I stumble upon your video tonight. Living alone is a challenge anywhere in the world and it must be hard facing life difficulties alone. Hope that you can have many good days and find your happiness and be less lonely in the future.
Приветствую, Люси! Приятно смотреть, как ты совершенствуешь себя. Особенно приятно, что ты стараешься находить позитивные моменты даже тогда, когда тебе грустно и хандра атакует. Так держать! Ведь позитивные моменты создаем мы сами и настроение тоже! Например, сделать новую причёску или стрижку, окунуться в детство, посмотрев фильм или сходить в парк аттракционов.) Желаю тебе, чтбы ты не чувствовала себя одинокой! А про ручку от сковороды тебе верно сказали.)
I know it’s hard to feel the Christmas spirit when you’re not with your family but I hope you’ll have a good Christmas and that soon you’ll be with them again. A big hug. 💓
Bonjour Lou et merci pour cette nouvelle vidéo. Je comprends votre anxiété il y a tellement de choses dans le monde qui nous attristre et on a du mal à être heureux. J'espère que vous irez bientôt mieux. Merci de toujours nous partager votre quotidien. Vos vidéos sont toujours intéressantes et nous permettent d'aller mieux 😊 Bon courage et à très bientôt j'espère ❤
7 days left here in Cairns Australia also Christmas isn't going to be very good for lot of us here we hd a cyclone hit last Wednesday & now we're going thru major floods the Entire cairns in basically under water apocalypic scenes here, major river has burst all roads cut, locals saying the worst since 1977 so watching you 2nite is sorta taking my mind off the weather so thanx Lou C
about Christmas, start decorating your apartment, bringing things that remind you of childhood, play music that reminds you of that time, simple things so that everything doesn't become so automatic even if you go to work on Christmas Day, make a Christmas breakfast, use a Different outfit, create your own Christmas traditions
Thank you for another wonderful video Lou. It always calms and relaxes me to see them. I am so glad you let us be a part of your life. I love your optimism, even though I know you get lonely for your family. Know that we truly care about you sweetie. Take care and enjoy your holidays.
Your oatmeal pizza crust was a great idea but In’d like to offer a couple suggestions: 1. Add about 1/8 tsp of Xanthan gum to the dry ingredients along with a pinch of salt 2. Double the amount of olive oil 3. Pre-bake the pizza crust in the air fryer for about 5 minutes on both sides before adding your toppings
Thank You for another nice visit with you! As always I love to watch you cook you really make anything look Good! I especially love the little Kitty Spoon! ✌️🇺🇸
You have a very uplifting outlook on pain and struggles. This time of year is difficult for many and I'm glad you know your feelings are only temporary. Breathe deeply, clear your mind and remember that you are not alone. :-)
Your video today really spoke to me and helped me in several areas. Your beginning comments during your walk and your feelings about Christmas are things I'm currently feeling too. I'm going to watch this again, probably more than once more!! As always, the things you cook inspire me too. This is a wonderful channel and I always look forward to your videos! Merry Christmas, Lou!!
Hey Lou, I tried your lemon jar recipe in my last video too! It’s nice, I am using it in dish and drinks! ❤Wish you a nice Christmas and a long year end holiday you well deserve
Lou C. 🌻děkuji za milé video. Určitě bude pro vás nový rok 2024 šťastný , věřte - nepochybujte o tom ! 🙂I já v to pro vás věřím a přeji vám i pevné zdraví. Zázraky se dějí, jsem sama překvapená co vše se může stát a stalo se aniž by to člověka kdy napadlo a dříve by to považoval za nemožné. Líbí se mi vaše video , vaše vaření i pěkná slova - titulky s překladem používám. A v těch japonských obchodech je tolik krásné kvalitní čerstvé zeleniny i ovoce za tak dobré ceny, radost vařit . Mějte se moc hezky a přeji krásné vánoční dny. 😍🌲
I accidentally found you in my RUclips searching and I’m really enjoying your episodes of what is your daily life. I’m a little sad as I love watching people go grocery shopping in their country, I’m from Australia so Japan has always excited me :) xo please keep them coming :)
I discovered your channel last night by accident & I've enjoyed watching your videos. They bring such a sense of peace & calm to my mind. I am learning new ways to prepare food for my son's friend from Philippines. We are in USA, the state of Arkansas & my son has a lot of friends from Philippines living & working here. I hope you can find a circle of friends in Japan that you can grow close to so you won't feel so lonely during the holiday seasons. Thank you for sharing your life with all of us in RUclips land.
What an amazing and excellent young lady you are. You are so strong battling your demons. I'm an old grandmother and you inspire me greatly young lady. We are mostly all trying to carry your load so soon it will pass. Be proud of yourself and your wonderful achievements.
Oh, it's great to see that you are hanging out with a language exchange friend. I hope that will lessen your anxieties and worries. Excited for your next upload, Lou Cさん！
Hi Lou, I find your videos hypnotic, you have such a calm and gentle way about you. I too am alone, more so than you. I live alone and have no family. I'm 73 and most of my life has passed while you are still young, vital, and very attractive. I have learned to appreciate this time of no longer worrying about the future and the responsibilities involved. You still have many adventures ahead. I'm sure the New Year will be filled with new experiences for you.
Hi Lou C try to avoid refined sugar it will help reduce pain cause from inflammation after a while you'll fined most foods are naturally sweet anyway. you seam like a lovely young lady, A lot of people suffer from the same emotions as you your not alone. Thanks for sharing your story.
You are doing such a great job acknowledging your struggles and dealing with it, you are an inspiration to everyone. May Godd bless you with everything you need now.
Hello Lou, even if I didn't write to all your videos, I always watch all your videos and continue to follow you, keep going my friend, life is sometimes so difficult, we're all the same, anxiety, difficulties, loneliness, it's sometimes suffocating 💔 but never give up, God is with you, always, one thing I learned is this: if every days seems to you TOO difficult, insurmountable, focus on THE DAY, one day at the time, don't think further, try to enjoy the day, anxiety often comes from fears for the future, God is with you and love you so much, you are doing very well for Him, be strong Lou, you're loved so much 😘😘😘💖🌺!
Hi Lou, I want you to know that your apple cider routine in the morning is the most important part of your daily routine (I saw it on a 2 year old clip). The brand you use (Bragg) is the best - I can confirm this to you, I have been using it for many years. Whatever you do, don't change this part of your daily routine. It is most important. You will be well, always. Keep up your amazing energy and radiate your light the way you do.
Thanks for your new video. .I feel your feeling and emotions. I am an Italian woman and i learn from you how to continue to be stronger and stronger. .thank you and hopefully will the world be better in the future..enjoy your christmas and the new year. .you have a lot of friends here..and everybody loves you..take care lou ❤
Hello Lou C...You are loved. Try to be positive and happy. Uncertainty may feel scary, but it can also be beautiful. Each day is a new blank canvas. How lucky are we to be able to start all over every day? God Bless you over the festive season
Hello Lou C I enjoy watching your videos and the exciting meals you cook. Your apartment is so lovely. I did notice however when you were taking tea the spoon clipped onto the side of the mug. Rather sweet. I hope your health improves soon. And you seem to be doing all the right things. Take care. Only 3 more days until Christmas. I wish you a blessed one.
Thanks Lou! Always enjoy your videos. How nice you spent time with your friend. The foot soak/message place looked very relaxing. Being able to have a nice meal with tea at same time seems unique. I also like to watch the Christmas fireplace tv video. We might get snow for Christmas Day this year. Take care and know you are a special person. A Kentucky subscriber.
It is brave to you to tell your feeling. You are not alone and understand what you are going through.The end of the year is a difficult time for many people and when you are alone it can sometimes take a toll. So you have to take care of yourself and stay optimistic like you do
I am 62 years old and have seen many struggles in my life. You are doing great! Stay strong and positive. Also know there will always be some uncertainty but you are wise enough to persevere.
A few years ago, we were in Prague and they had several of these places that offered a water spa with little fish in it. A person put their legs in it and the little fish ate the dead skin, etc. people said it felt wonderful and their legs were so smooth when they got out
Hello from Arizona, America... you are very kind, smart, and beautiful. Thank you for inviting us all into your life. Your videos bring a smile to my face and heart. I too live alone, and share some of the same routines that you do. Have you ever thought of letting someone special into your life to share moments with?
Hello. Today is mine and a good friend of mines Birthday. Another trip around the sun 😊 i know its difficult to be away from ones family during this time of year. Listen to Christmas music and cook yourself something Christmasy . Try not to stress about the new yr. Its gonna be here whether we worry about it or not. Remember not everyone made it this far. Sending you ❤❤🙏🙏🙏s. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 👍 ty for another great video 🎉
Hello my dears!💕 I hope everyone is doing well🤗. 8 days left before Christmas and I hope everyone will enjoy this special and wonderful occasion. Me, I am planning to celebrate it with grateful heart since the reason we celebrate it is because of Christ❤️ Anyways, always take care and have a wonderful week ahead my dears! 💕🤗 Please do enjoy the video.
Welcome Back 😉
hello my dear friend,i hope you are ok
You are not alone in your feelings about an old year ending and a new one beginning in terms of worries and anxiety. You are coping with a lot of challenges and are doing as much as you can do.
Hello from greece☺☺☺☺☺
Hallo from Bavaria...Germany😅
Sweet girl, I’ve seen you struggle several times since I started watching you on RUclips. Even though you can’t see it I see a smart, loving girl who gives her best to everything her job and family. I will lift an extra prayer for you. You are amazing in this life you are leading!
Have a glass of wine 🍷
Hello my dear Lou C❤ After 10 1/2 months in the hospital due to multiple illnesses, surgeries, some complications and long term autoimmune diseases I finally got to go home🥹 Thank you to Lou C & everyone who sent me prayers and love a few months back on one of Lou C’s videos💕. Your videos brought me comfort during those long stressful months and will continue to bring me comfort! Sending love and blessings and happy holidays to you all❤
Oh wow. I'm sorry to hear about what you went through. I pray for your full and fast recovery.
I have also been comforted by Lou C's vlogs.
I’m so happy to know that you’re doing well 💕 and my videos help you a lot. Take care always ❤️🤗
May god bless you with renewed health in 2024 Vanessa ❤️🙏🏻🎄❤️
May God bless you with speedy recovery 🙏
Dios te bendiga Vanessa Feliz Navidad.
Dear Lou I am writing to you from Quebec Canada. I think a lot of people are anxious as the new year approaches because we have a lot of people around us who are suffering. illness, poverty, loneliness, and so many other things that become more and more important over the years. I can only hope that 2024 will be a year filled with sweetness and serenity for you and for everyone.
Hello Lou C. I don’t think it is just you feeling down these days. With so much unhappiness in our world it is easy to let negative emotions sweep us away. But you’re doing everything right, taking walks, eating delicious foods, and improving your sleep. You even managed to get out and celebrate a day with a friend. All good things. I truly wish you a merry Christmas and hope that you can continue to rest and feel the joy of the season, the birth of that special baby so long ago. ❤
I am a cat person, so I just LOVE that little cat spoon you have that you stir your drink with.
You are not alone. Many people feel lonely at Christmas. Your vlogs are soothing and send out a peaceful message. Merry Christmas and a happy 2024. 😊
During my 2 years living and working in Japan (2007 - 2009) the thing I found surprising was the effort that people went to to decorate their houses for Christmas! I remember going into the supermarket in Japan for the first time (Australian here) and thinking to myself "Oh, this must be the Asian Food aisle"!!! Watching you shopping for groceries brings back so many fond memories, thank you for sharing your life. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
I don't like bringing in a new year so I'm in bed before midnight cause it makes me cry x
Your positive outlook and approach to dealing with struggle and hardship is very admirable! I am 66 yrs. old, and I appreciate the value of learning these things! May you continue to be blessed this Christmas!
Me too 66yrs old young at heart
Hello there. Always remember that your feelings are valid. You are valid. And that whatever you're going through is not your fault. I hope all is well with you.
Merry Christmas to you and yours. 😃
Thank you for your kind words! ☺️💕 Merry Christmas 🎄
So good to see you Lou. This time of year gets a lot of people down. Please know that you are loved.
Dear Lou! Your videos are a blessing for me and I feel your pain. I also had lived in a different country (I am from Brazil and I had lived in the US for almost 9 years) and this time of the year is a struggle. Please feel my care and my special hug for you brave girl!!! You got it! Happy 2024!
Dear Lou,
I usually never write comments, but always watch your videos, because they comfort me in stressful or hard times. It is easy to fell sad during this period of time especially with everything going on the world right now. Please know, you are not alone with those feelings. I am very grateful for your videos, because they actually help me with exactly these kind of feelings you are describing. You make an impact on all of us viewers! Thank you for that, and I hope you can find some comfort in this.
Greetings from Germany!
My dear Lou C, i felt sad at the beginning of your video due to the way you are feeling right now.. Please know you are not alone and we all care for you and appreciate you sharing your thoughts and your life with us all. You inspired me to take care of myself today as I live alone and dont get to spend Christmas with my family due to their religious beliefs. So I too spend it alone wishing
I could show my family my love for them. Your video today made me smile at your determination and words of encouragement for others. Have a great day, look after yourself, lots of love from the friend youve never met in Scotland. xx
Hi Lou C. This time of year is a struggle for most people I think. Especially if our families are so far away. My family is 1300 miles away and even at my age (64) I still get very sad that I can't be with them at Christmas. All we can do is keep moving forward, stay busy and try our very best. I always look forward to your cozy, relaxing videos - I especially love to watch you cook. The meals you make look pretty amazing! Thank you for sharing!😉😉😉😉
Howdy. Thank you for the new video. We were already homesick. We also always find it hard to say goodbye to the old year and worry about what the new one will bring. Life is becoming more and more complicated, the joys are decreasing, and the years are increasing. Through it all, we must live in hope and be strong. We wish you good health, Merry Christmas and success in life. We love you. Ladislav and Marcela from the Czech Republic♥️
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Christmas is a sad time for many people because expectations are set so high. It is a difficult time of year to be away from loved ones. Thank you for making this video even though you weren't feeling in the spirit. Buy yourself a few special treats to have on Christmas day. I am sending you love and peace. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Be blessed.
Hi Lou, so many of us are struggling every single day. You are not alone in this challenging, over bearing world that causes us to feel isolated, over worked. Keep going as you continue to inspire us all to feel accepted and help push aside negative feelings and that we need to take life in small steps.
Hello Lou C from Texas USA. I feel very blessed that I will be spending Christmas with kids and grandkids. It must be difficult when you can’t be with family. But there is so many people out there that you bring joy and happiness to this time of year. You are such a blessing to so many. You are a living Angel here on earth. Much much love
Hi Lou, thank you for sharing your video with us. I hope that you will have a great week...its christmas time again and i hope you will enjoy the season too...
I hope you will decorate your place, play some Christmas music and try not to stress too much. Everyday little steps helps to make it a better day/month/year. Take good care of yourself ❤
Christmas is a very difficult time of the year. There are so many social pressures to be happy. It is important to feel whatt you feel, it is ok. I suffer from anxiety and depression. Sometimes I sleep too much because I cannot face the outside world. But I am lucky that I have my family near me and a good doctor. I hopê you can find peace in your Christmas not being what it normally is for you.
I started or found your videos a month ago - after the first one brought back a ton of memories - I spent fom age 20 -23 years old living in Osaka, first time I had really not known atleast someone, my first real apartment, it was my introduction into adulthood, it was a little rough, the first Christmas I had a $1200 phone bill, The time in general was amazing and looking back I wouldnt change a thing , met many incredable people that I still talk to 30 years later. Thank You
PS Kentucky Fried Chicken used to be a big Christmas thing, Not sure why, but it was a reminder of home and everyone else did it.
Don’t give up. The true meaning of Christmas is still there. It’s in our hearts. Life just makes it a little harder ti find
Hi Lou! The Christmas season gets me down as well. It's hard when you feel alone and i get that way too. Try to be positive mentally and don't overthink things. Just live your life one day at a time and always think good things. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Me too I dread it, glad it's 1st Jan 2024 and it's all done, look forward to normality 🙏
Hope you have better days. You are a strong beautiful independent lady that helps thousands of others relieve stress with your videos
It's common for people to feel down around the holidays. It seems to me that you are doing so many things right. You eat healthy, you exercise, you take care of your health like making sure you get enough sleep and getting your thyroid surgery. You also make SO many people happy by posting your videos. I think you are an amazing young woman and you are so brave. You moved to a whole other country ALONE. That is not something a lot of people could handle. I love your videos so much and I'm sending you hopes for a wonderful 2024.
So happy to see another video! Time to make some coffee and enjoy. Hope you have an amazing Christmas next week Lou 😊
Thank you! Merry Christmas 🎄
Hi Lou C! USA 🇺🇸 Missouri here. A lot of us are in that boat with you. You try so hard, but work, people, weather and just everything in general just gets in the way. I have anxiety problems, so I know the battle you’re fighting. Just continue to fight and you’ll end up on top eventually. I wish you a Happy Christmas and beautiful New Year with many, many blessings!❤
Girl, you are looking good, it looks like you’ve dropped some weight. Take care.
Our tax in the US is usually around 28 percent for federal, and 6 percent for state. Plus we have to pay personal property fit the city, which for us is about $1,000. We are retired, but still have to pay the darn taxes! LOL
The meal that you made, the pork and seafood stir fry, looks amazing! I have to say the Japanese carrots are gorgeous. I've never seen such big and perfect looking ones.
Yes it looked so good. I do worry about all that plastic 😢 we in the UK are getting our supermarkets to stop using so much plastic. It's an up hill battle but we must all try and do our little bit to help improve our environment ❤ love and peace to all. Rosie O from Devon England 🏴 xx
I feel for you about the waning Christmas spirit. I’m currently in an ER myself with a possibly bad heart so I can’t say I’m too excited about the holidays either. No matter what tho, never stop taking care of yourself and living your best life and have a wonderful Christmas! ❤😎
God Bless You & Yours And: HAVE A SPEEDY RECOVERY IN JESUS CHRIST'S NAME!!! WISHING YOU AND ALL HAPPY AND HEALTHY DAYS AHEAD...2024 AND BEYOND...😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎄🎄🎄🎄🙏🙏🙏🙏⚡⚡⚡⚡
@@BeTe-me9oc Thank you!
God with you
Such a great young lady!! She deserves the best life has to offer. what a great cook.
I just like watching your grocery vlogs. It really soothes my eye on how Japan is so good with packaging that you can't say no to purchasing them. And I love that they have small amount of food to buy which is good for one person. Here in Ph most item is in bulk.
I admire you so much, Lou. You are an example of graciousness and humility for everyone who watches your videos. Praying for you, that you would feel the presence of Jesus, especially on the hard days.
You bet...And God Bless Y'All too, in JESUS CHRIST!!!😊😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️❤️🎉🎉🎉🎉🎄🎄🎄🎄🙏🙏🙏🙏⚡⚡⚡⚡
I so appreciate your openness and honesty regarding your feelings and struggles. This time of year is hard for many and I DO wish we could all have a child's innocence again at Christmas! Have a blessed holiday Lou and know how very many wish you a wonderful 2024 ahead!❤
Hi Lou, glad to see you again, thanks for the video, please never lose strength when you have darker moments, yes sometimes life is hard, even the challenges we always have to overcome. And even if you think no one can understand your problems, maybe you haven't met someone who makes you feel, but you can always count on yourself, and you are wonderful! A hug
Eva
I was so moved by the beginning of this video that I wrote the sentences in my diary. Your words touched me deeply as I too feel like sometimes no one understands my struggle. Sending much love to you!
Rough patches are part of life. But we accept the bad with the good cause without the bad times we wouldn't be able to appreciate the good times. You are so much fun to watch and you show a different aspect of living in Japan. I don't see much with others I follow online
First of all I would like to thank you for such wonderful videos
I appreciate you for the hardworks that you are doing for yourself and for your family
I know that no one around us ever bother that what's going with others, how much problem they are facing
But still there are people 5-10 % who are literally doing great works for the sake of the world
And I believe that the day will come when most of us will be doing works for others, helping others and make this workspd a better place
So I once again thank you for the videos
And I will pray that all the ones who are fighting the sake of the world
Thank you
The truth is life can be very difficult and overwhelming sometimes for most people around the world.I see you prepare beautiful meals,live comfortably in a clean and cosy environment,you are independent,making your own living whereas there are people and children starving to death,living in abusive environments or suffering the hell of an endless war without basic necessities and people whose health is poor making them unable to enjoy simple things in life such as a walk or good meal.Lets be grateful for what we have for a change.In my country we say its a wheel and it goes round....things change in the end,its up to us to toughen up or get pulled down.You are awesome,from Greece with love and wishes to all for a happy new year
I have heard a lot of people this year, for the 1st time, say they were just not into Christmas this yr. We have very very little decorations ourselves out. This will pass. Hopefully '24 brings new beginnings. Just remember the reason for the season & all will be good. Thank you for another great video. Love watching!
I notice how improved your English has become! It’s perfect!
I wish we had the places in Japan here in the USA. If we do have them, they are always far away or in the big cities. Your food always looks so good. My daughter is so much like you and goes through a lot of the same things. Stay strong and keep doing what you are. You are an amazing young women.
Watching these helps me believe you are a very strong women. Please keep posting I learn new stuff when I watch. Always remember you're amazing
This is my first time being alone on Christmas so I want everyone to know you aren't by yourself we all are together in spirit. So be happy you are alive and well cheers to good health and a great end to this year 🥂
Sending you lots of love and hugs, life can be pretty hard at times ❤❤❤
Thank you 💕🤗
Hi . I stumble upon your video tonight. Living alone is a challenge anywhere in the world and it must be hard facing life difficulties alone. Hope that you can have many good days and find your happiness and be less lonely in the future.
Приветствую, Люси! Приятно смотреть, как ты совершенствуешь себя. Особенно приятно, что ты стараешься находить позитивные моменты даже тогда, когда тебе грустно и хандра атакует. Так держать! Ведь позитивные моменты создаем мы сами и настроение тоже! Например, сделать новую причёску или стрижку, окунуться в детство, посмотрев фильм или сходить в парк аттракционов.) Желаю тебе, чтбы ты не чувствовала себя одинокой!
А про ручку от сковороды тебе верно сказали.)
I know it’s hard to feel the Christmas spirit when you’re not with your family but I hope you’ll have a good Christmas and that soon you’ll be with them again. A big hug. 💓
Bonjour Lou et merci pour cette nouvelle vidéo. Je comprends votre anxiété il y a tellement de choses dans le monde qui nous attristre et on a du mal à être heureux. J'espère que vous irez bientôt mieux. Merci de toujours nous partager votre quotidien. Vos vidéos sont toujours intéressantes et nous permettent d'aller mieux 😊
Bon courage et à très bientôt j'espère ❤
7 days left here in Cairns Australia also Christmas isn't going to be very good for lot of us here we hd a cyclone hit last Wednesday & now we're going thru major floods the Entire cairns in basically under water apocalypic scenes here, major river has burst all roads cut, locals saying the worst since 1977 so watching you 2nite is sorta taking my mind off the weather so thanx Lou C
Witaj Lou, serdecznie pozdrawiam z Polski i życzę Tobie i Twojej rodzinie wszystkiego co najpiękniejsze w nadchodzącym Nowym Roku❤❤❤
❤❤👏👏
Merry Christmas 🎉
it is true , through adversity we become stronger and life is always a challenge , Happy Christmas Angel
about Christmas, start decorating your apartment, bringing things that remind you of childhood, play music that reminds you of that time, simple things so that everything doesn't become so automatic even if you go to work on Christmas Day, make a Christmas breakfast, use a Different outfit, create your own Christmas traditions
I hope you have a strong heart that makes sweet and independent and motivated don't give up sweetie
Thank you for another wonderful video Lou. It always calms and relaxes me to see them. I am so glad you let us be a part of your life. I love your optimism, even though I know you get lonely for your family. Know that we truly care about you sweetie. Take care and enjoy your holidays.
Your oatmeal pizza crust was a great idea but In’d like to offer a couple suggestions:
1. Add about 1/8 tsp of Xanthan gum to the dry ingredients along with a pinch of salt
2. Double the amount of olive oil
3. Pre-bake the pizza crust in the air fryer for about 5 minutes on both sides before adding your toppings
Thank You for another nice visit with you! As always I love to watch you cook you really make anything look Good! I especially love the little Kitty Spoon! ✌️🇺🇸
You have a very uplifting outlook on pain and struggles. This time of year is difficult for many and I'm glad you know your feelings are only temporary. Breathe deeply, clear your mind and remember that you are not alone. :-)
Your video today really spoke to me and helped me in several areas. Your beginning comments during your walk and your feelings about Christmas are things I'm currently feeling too. I'm going to watch this again, probably more than once more!! As always, the things you cook inspire me too. This is a wonderful channel and I always look forward to your videos! Merry Christmas, Lou!!
My advice is to invest in a larger pan. Lol😅 Happy Holidays and be well!❤🥳
This make me laugh 😂 I will invest on it 🤗
Hey Lou, I tried your lemon jar recipe in my last video too! It’s nice, I am using it in dish and drinks! ❤Wish you a nice Christmas and a long year end holiday you well deserve
Lou C. 🌻děkuji za milé video. Určitě bude pro vás nový rok 2024 šťastný , věřte - nepochybujte o tom ! 🙂I já v to pro vás věřím a přeji vám i pevné zdraví. Zázraky se dějí, jsem sama překvapená co vše se může stát a stalo se aniž by to člověka kdy napadlo a dříve by to považoval za nemožné. Líbí se mi vaše video , vaše vaření i pěkná slova - titulky s překladem používám. A v těch japonských obchodech je tolik krásné kvalitní čerstvé zeleniny i ovoce za tak dobré ceny, radost vařit . Mějte se moc hezky a přeji krásné vánoční dny. 😍🌲
I accidentally found you in my RUclips searching and I’m really enjoying your episodes of what is your daily life. I’m a little sad as I love watching people go grocery shopping in their country, I’m from Australia so Japan has always excited me :) xo please keep them coming :)
OH Lou that looks so good. Oh what a cute kitten spoon.
I discovered your channel last night by accident & I've enjoyed watching your videos. They bring such a sense of peace & calm to my mind. I am learning new ways to prepare food for my son's friend from Philippines. We are in USA, the state of Arkansas & my son has a lot of friends from Philippines living & working here. I hope you can find a circle of friends in Japan that you can grow close to so you won't feel so lonely during the holiday seasons. Thank you for sharing your life with all of us in RUclips land.
May you have a wonderful Christmas, Lou C ❤❤❤
Thank you ☺️ Merry Christmas 🎄
What an amazing and excellent young lady you are.
You are so strong battling your demons. I'm an old grandmother and you inspire me greatly young lady.
We are mostly all trying to carry your load so soon it will pass.
Be proud of yourself and your wonderful achievements.
Yaaaay a new video - always my moments of peace are with your videos
Oh, it's great to see that you are hanging out with a language exchange friend. I hope that will lessen your anxieties and worries. Excited for your next upload, Lou Cさん！
Watching to your blog helps me with my anxiety. God bless you.
Hi Lou, I find your videos hypnotic, you have such a calm and gentle way about you. I too am alone, more so than you. I live alone and have no family. I'm 73 and most of my life has passed while you are still young, vital, and very attractive. I have learned to appreciate this time of no longer worrying about the future and the responsibilities involved. You still have many adventures ahead. I'm sure the New Year will be filled with new experiences for you.
It’s lovely to see you! Merry Christmas! 🎅🏻❄️⛄️🌲❤️
Hey, Lou. I love the videos. I wish you talked and showed your face more. You have a lot of good character that you should share. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄.
Hi Lou C try to avoid refined sugar it will help reduce pain cause from inflammation after a while you'll fined most foods are naturally sweet anyway.
you seam like a lovely young lady, A lot of people suffer from the same emotions as you your not alone.
Thanks for sharing your story.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THIS TRIP AND THIS TABLE WITH ALL THIS RECIPE I LIKE JAPAN A LOT AND IT’S TRADITION....MED.. ALGERIA 💐💐💐
That’s when you find that secret place of prayer!! Blessings
You are a brave, beautiful young woman who is making it on your own. You should be proud of yourself! I wish you happy holidays and a bright New Year!
You are doing such a great job acknowledging your struggles and dealing with it, you are an inspiration to everyone. May Godd bless you with everything you need now.
Hello Lou, even if I didn't write to all your videos, I always watch all your videos and continue to follow you, keep going my friend, life is sometimes so difficult, we're all the same, anxiety, difficulties, loneliness, it's sometimes suffocating 💔 but never give up, God is with you, always, one thing I learned is this: if every days seems to you TOO difficult, insurmountable, focus on THE DAY, one day at the time, don't think further, try to enjoy the day, anxiety often comes from fears for the future, God is with you and love you so much, you are doing very well for Him, be strong Lou, you're loved so much 😘😘😘💖🌺!
Hi Lou, I want you to know that your apple cider routine in the morning is the most important part of your daily routine (I saw it on a 2 year old clip). The brand you use (Bragg) is the best - I can confirm this to you, I have been using it for many years. Whatever you do, don't change this part of your daily routine. It is most important. You will be well, always. Keep up your amazing energy and radiate your light the way you do.
❤ I wish you lots of joy and happiness. ❤
What you said in the beginning of this video….Words to live by! Thank you for reminding me 😊
I wish you Peace and Love ❤✌️
Wishing you a Merry Christmas, dear Lou C.! I hope my warm wishes fill your heart and help you to feel content and at peace. 🙂❤
I feel the same way when we have few day until new year but I hope we will have calm and healthy year ❤
Thanks for your new video. .I feel your feeling and emotions. I am an Italian woman and i learn from you how to continue to be stronger and stronger. .thank you and hopefully will the world be better in the future..enjoy your christmas and the new year. .you have a lot of friends here..and everybody loves you..take care lou ❤
Hello Lou C...You are loved. Try to be positive and happy. Uncertainty may feel scary, but it can also be beautiful. Each day is a new blank canvas. How lucky are we to be able to start all over every day? God Bless you over the festive season
Сегодня уже 31 декабря)скоро и Рождество будет 7 января❤С наступающими праздниками!Пусть в наступающий год будет больше мира и добра.
Hello Lou C I enjoy watching your videos and the exciting meals you cook. Your apartment is so lovely. I did notice however when you were taking tea the spoon clipped onto the side of the mug. Rather sweet. I hope your health improves soon. And you seem to be doing all the right things. Take care. Only 3 more days until Christmas. I wish you a blessed one.
Thanks Lou! Always enjoy your videos. How nice you spent time with your friend. The foot soak/message place looked very relaxing. Being able to have a nice meal with tea at same time seems unique. I also like to watch the Christmas fireplace tv video. We might get snow for Christmas Day this year. Take care and know you are a special person. A Kentucky subscriber.
It is brave to you to tell your feeling. You are not alone and understand what you are going through.The end of the year is a difficult time for many people and when you are alone it can sometimes take a toll. So you have to take care of yourself and stay optimistic like you do
I am 62 years old and have seen many struggles in my life. You are doing great! Stay strong and positive. Also know there will always be some uncertainty but you are wise enough to persevere.
Your pork and shrimp dish looks lovely! ❤ your videos! Thank you 🙏! Happiness to you😌
Merry Christmas, Lou, and I hope that 2024 will bring everything that you're hoping for! 🎄
Love your cooking style
A few years ago, we were in Prague and they had several of these places that offered a water spa with little fish in it. A person put their legs in it and the little fish ate the dead skin, etc. people said it felt wonderful and their legs were so smooth when they got out
Hello from Arizona, America... you are very kind, smart, and beautiful. Thank you for inviting us all into your life. Your videos bring a smile to my face and heart. I too live alone, and share some of the same routines that you do. Have you ever thought of letting someone special into your life to share moments with?
Hello. Today is mine and a good friend of mines Birthday. Another trip around the sun 😊 i know its difficult to be away from ones family during this time of year. Listen to Christmas music and cook yourself something Christmasy . Try not to stress about the new yr. Its gonna be here whether we worry about it or not. Remember not everyone made it this far. Sending you ❤❤🙏🙏🙏s. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 👍 ty for another great video 🎉
Happy Birthday 🥳
A broom handle will work as a substitute rolling pin too...even a can of vegatables...as long as it's straight sided