Caroline, sweetheart, please remember, if someone says something hurtful to you, it speaks volumes about them and very little about you. Love from a 62 year old grandma in Southern California who thinks you are the most real and honest person on RUclips. You make me laugh and you can make me tear up and it's the BEST.
I agree and I’m old enough to be your grandmother! Love you much and so glad you and your brother have a great relationship. As my mom said to me and I have said to my daughter and she has said to her daughter… “Don’t take any shit from anybody!” Touch your pearls and smile on! You have a beautiful smile. xo
Having someone in your life that says “Nah I get it” AND actually doesn’t make you feel like a burden is so awesome 💜 so happy you have people in your life that can cheer you up.
I was just diagnosed with FND (functional neurologic disorder) in December… I can’t walk without using a walker, drink from a cup or eat without severe tremors, and have double vision. My husband and 3 teenagers have had to take over all my chores 😢I have to text them to help me do almost everything… they don’t make me feel like a burden, but I feel that way 😞
@@loribethartist6353 Hugs to you, Lady! I don't know what it is like to be in your shoes, but I know it must be tough on all of you. I am sure you would do the same for any one of them. A family is a team. When one member needs help, the rest pick it up. You didn't choose to have the disorder, so remember to be kind to yourself and meditate on what is true and not the guilt. Praying for you!
What I love about your channel us that it feels very honest. There's the beauty and the bitchiness, the fun and the sad, the inspiring and the everyday. It feels so refreshing!
@@Caroline_Winkler I can't speak for anyone else, but in the romance department, if I looked like you I'd just prance down the street like Audrey Hepburn and never doubt.
When I first met my current partner, he said, "You are so intense." And I thought, "Oh, here we go." And then he said, "In the very best way!" My point is that what some people see as a deficit, others will love. Please don't give up on being your authentic self.
I totally agree! We all are imperfect, but there are some imperfections from others we can live with, or not. You'll know it's the right partner when your "flaws" will not be considered as such. And in the mean time do a long list of the ideal man's profile (and deal breaking flaws), it never hurts, and ends up being scaringly accurate XD
I definitely relate to this! I have always had people in my life make fun of or complain that I am too "enthusiastic" but that is one of the first things my partner of 7 years now complimented me on.
What that person probably meant by intense is that you have a capacity for depth & authenticity of feeling that I can't digest or tolerate because I feel threatened by it. Classic Avoidant. You are a wonderful ball of fire 🔥 so never dim your light. I hope you find your equally zany and true mate one day 🙏 👍 💙 ❤
I’m watching this again. My brother was murdered in 2009. It makes me kind of choked up to see your relationship with your brother, because it means so very much to me and I actually adore you two together. I only had two ‘good’ years with my brother before he was killed and miss him so much sometimes. He was funny. And so witty. And gave great hugs. And I know this isn’t your burden in any way, but I’m telling you, y’all are lightening mine. So thank you for sharing your relationship with us all. It helps me feel like, in the tiniest way, my brother is back.
oh I am so sorry, I can’t even imagine the pain. I love my siblings so much and my biggest fear in life is losing them too early. I’m sure you carry him in your heart everyday and that you loved/love each other very much
Caroline I mean this as a complement, but I know it’s super weird: I’m a stay at home mom and so oftentimes the only “me” time I have is when I poop, and not just every day, but specifically Saturday’s when my husband can watch the baby. So, thank you for being my Saturday Poop Entertainment every week. It’s actually very meaningful 😂❤
Caroline, I love your honesty and how you don't fall into the RUclips trap of pretending your life is all smiles and sunshines. It makes us feel 100 times better about our lives.
Driving is so dangerous - it's wild how easily we forget how dangerous it is. Very pleased your near-death experience was not a death experience! Thanks for sharing your emotions with us, Caroline - I'd rather see real than 'uplifting'. I really respect that you expressed that it was painful but kept the details private and I think you do a great job balancing authenticity and privacy and responsibility on this channel. Here's to the next boy not being hurtful.
Fun fact, it may be more dangerous now as lots of people (including me!) have brain damage from covid and long covid and there are some researchers who say the increase in road rage and erratic driving may be due to the massive increase in brain damaged individuals being forced to try and live normal and uninterrupted lives despite an increase in need for support and literally a mass increase in overall disability as a whole. Fun times. Super fun.
1. It's actually super uplifting when someone is vulnerable and honest about things we all struggle with, like driving terror and heartbreak 2. The editing choice to follow that up immediately with a bouncy dog was 1,000% correct 3. My husband and I keep going back and forth about an in-ground trampoline, and I think you pushed me jusssst over into the YES column, *shakes fist* Ughghgh he's going to be so pleased 4. Your mom is delightful
i didnt intend to put it in the video until i was watching it trying to make my thumbnail and i couldnt stop laughing. mostly him just screaming ENTEMANS
@@Caroline_Winkler Your brother is a low key natural comedian!!! I can see why you turn to him for all things logistical handy-helping and comfort good times!
Who else screamed and ran to make a quick cup of tea to enjoy Caroline church this Saturday morning? 🤣 No but seriously, every video you make is fabulous and you are a lovely human being. Thanks for the mood boost we all needed
Okay, so I’m divorcing after 30 years of marriage and launching my daughter to college, so I was looking for design inspiration for my new condo (all alone-but it’s kinda awesome to not have to deal with anyone else’s friggen “opinions”), when I found you and now I’m obsessed! As I navigate life on my own and a broken heart, I appreciate your transparency and honesty. As a psychotherapist and a fitness professional, and lover of everything design (interior , clothing even food), you scratch all my itches and make me laugh friggen out loud (kombucha coming out my nose 😂😢😂). So…just wanted to thank you for what you do here. Having my own RUclips channel-I know how much work this is! You’ve inspired me to be more personal and transparent on my channel (eventually…when I’m settled and have time). Keep it up! You’re touching lives, hearts and funny bones! Wish I could hire you as my designer!
That look on your face when you said someone has never said anything more hurtful…😢I felt that. I’ve had that look on my face (we all probably have) but thank you for just being so real about your life while you push through and still create beautiful spaces. 🤗
Oh man, the peeing part GOT ME. I laugh-cried so hard, so relatable I can’t believe you left that in RESPECT. It’s details like that in your vids that just make you so much more endearing and refreshing to watch. Also, watching you spend time with your bro always makes me want to spend more with mine. You and your family are so wholesome 💖✨ Thanks for sharing so much of you with us, it’s such a treat. And SO glad you made it through your wreck in one piece. Driving is THE worst.
The last minutes of this vid LITERALLY: me sliding awkwardly off my couch in tears laughing simultaneously full of gratitude for this human and her brother & their whole vibe Also : raining bad style 😭
You're such a precious gem Caroline, no amount of cheerleading from us is going to be as powerful as you being a fan of yourself. Be your own biggest fan!!! Celebrate the differences,, most of all you're "not for everyone" 💛
The way Koda makes the biggest deal every time you come in is so pure!! I love that you also always cuddle with him on the couch and give him belly scratches!❤
my family always reprimands me for hyping him up. but i cant help it! he hypes ME up! and then were just a ball of hype and we're both screaming. we just get each others energy
Sorry if this is TMI. But I cannot recommend Tena pads enough. SO many of us women wear them that I’m not even that ashamed of them. At least I know every time I laugh or sneeze I’m not playing Russian roulette with the tinkles. 😂 But gotta agree, loved the energy between you and Koda so much!
Consider me uplifted. Watching a Caroline video always releases endorphins. Comparable to giving pup belly rubs in the “I needed this” stakes. Even when you are hurting! Sending you top notch good vibes ❤️
Was absolutely uplifted by the relatableness of you peeing yourself on the trampoline 🤣 And the dark magic (there is no other explanation) your brother wielded to move those huge couches by himself. Hope you feel better soon--you're a gem bringing happiness to many no matter what other things people may say.
Also, you could consider stopping saying you look bad. You’re beautiful and you don’t need to be all fixed up perfectly to be beautiful. You’re beautiful and natural (and funny and intelligent.) No one needs negative self talk. I used to say “I’m so dumb” when I’d make a mistake and a professor at school asked me “Do you really think you’re stupid?” I definitely don’t think I’m stupid and I quit saying that. Routing out negative self talk is an ongoing challenge.
I could watch this video every single day. Caroline, I'm old enough to be your mom, and you're teaching me self-care better than any therapist has. I delight in watching you and Luke (and the rest of your family, too) interact. You're the epitome of loving support and enjoying the moment.
Hi Caroline! I loved this one. You have the most wonderful brother. Your mom is so cute. And Koda, gotta love Koda. I love how you greet him each and every time you visit him. He so loves you. Happy weekend!
koda is a total love bug. he is the most human seeming dog, and he's verrrry sensitive to everyone's emotional state. which is why luke referenced that Koda had been overwhelmed by us all screaming off camera that morning. my brother is absolutely the most wonderful. the mostttt
@@Caroline_Winkler koda is adorable, love that pupper! and your brother is so amazing, and your family and you! i'm always bummed when it's over...MOAR MOAR! thanks for sharing, all of it 💙
I DON'T HAVE ANY WORDS TO ACCURATELY DESCRIBED HOW MUCH I LOVED THE THUMBNAIL OUTTAKES!! I SCREAMED. I LAUGHED. I LOVE IT! Love you Caroline for always keeping it real and making me smile :) x
I’m so sad that you are hurting, you give so much happiness through your vlogs and you are an amazing person.. mwah Mwah and hugs .. thank you for giving us this vlog under the circumstances… 🎉❤
I'm sorry you hear that you got dumped, it's always a bummer :( but you're a thoughtful, talented and interesting person so I know there will be another person out there you'll meet, that will see that and appreciate you for the special person you are.
@@doop445 She mentioned in a podcast episode that they weren't really seeing other people/kinda exclusive but not like official official. So I think you can totally get dumped in that scenario. His loss.
So happy for you to have such a wonderful family bond with your parents and siblings. It’s the foundation, despite all other relationships, you can always go back to for comfort. Your brother is delightful 🥰
I can totally relate. You described an almost identical experience except it was ice, not rain and I went from right lane to center median. Terrifying. I was in CT driving to MA. By the time I got home, I completely reeked from nervous sweat. I'm happy that both of us survived and didn't kill anyone.
oh my god that's so similar. and so terrifying. im glad you came out okay. i was in total shock as well. i kept driving for an hour before it even occurred to me that i should pull over. its very scary out there, i feel like ive been seeing so many terrible accidents recently. please everyone be careful
can we all acklowlege how funny you guys are!! even when you are hearbroken and Luke its just ...out of this world very talented, funny and overall I love your family! The makeover turn out amazing! Love that you do realistic projects that we can afford too! I am sorry that you are going through a breakup, but it means you are now free to find someone who really deserves you! I hope you will be over it very soon. Thanks for your work here on youtube, you and your family are an inspiration! ❤
How is your brother that cute? I love how much he believes in you, it's so adorable. Also - Caroline, I hear you, being dumped hurts as heck, and nothing can't avoid you from feeling it. But I remember last time I went through a bad breakup, I used to think it felt like putting salt in a wound - it hurts so badly, but it's the pain that tells me that it's healing (if it makes any sense at all.) Also - breakups are usually painful, but what the heck! Precisely because of that, someone who *really* cares will try to avoid saying things that hurt the other person, *especially* in a breakup. And you don't want to be with someone who doesn't care, you deserve someone who treats you with love. Thanks for your rawness, sense of humor, and another great video. Sending love from Switzerland!
Perfectly normal to experience peace in letting go, in leaving your fate in the capable hands of the universe. Human ego gets in the way but soul is always in this place of peace. So glad you’re still on the planet. ❤
I found your channel last week and I've been binge watching all your videos since. I've been really depressed lately and you have no idea how much watching your videos has been helping me. Thank you for being the way you are and for sharing it with us.
I love that you keep it real. I think that’s what keeps people coming back, your energy (here and on your pod) is SO relatable. Keep doing you boo! It’s authentic and we LOVE it ❤
honestly, dont feel bad about not always having an uplifting vlog. your channel is so real and i love that about you. youre allowed to feel whatever you need to and im grateful you share it with us
I think this was one of my favorite videos because It felt ridiculously relatable (though I'm sorry you were going through some ish). I felt like I was listening to a friend telling me what was going on in her life. And yes, I've been there. Work through the pain. And puppies always help! Sending you healing, girl! #staystrong
Oh my gosh, this video is amazing. Your mom is so sweet and you and your bro are contagiously funny. I straight up lost it at your brother arching his back during the sponsor message 😆 also his critiquing his toe posture took me out lmao.
Oh my god - something similar happened to me in a snowstorm a few years ago. I was spinning around and felt that same sudden moment of peace come over me, which was crazy because i am not a peaceful person. 🤣 It was like: "If something hits me, then okay. I might as well be calm about it." - it was such a wild experience. And also so scary! I am so glad you're okay!
So glad you came out of the hydroplaning incident unscathed. It’s those inevitable moments that make us think pretty deeply about life and remind us how fragile it is. ❤
Always love your vlogs! I also really love the bond and friendship you have with your siblings. As an only child who now has kids, I’m always thinking about how to foster a good relationship between them and I hope they stay close and support each other well into adulthood.
Caroline, I know everyone else has already said this but seriously, I appreciate it so much that you keep you videos so raw and real. You say this wasn’t an uplifting video but i truly cracked up at least 3 times and the ending just made my day. I’ve been sick and stuck in my apartment for days and I live alone, seeing you spend time with your brother was so heart warming and just what i needed for a good laugh! Thank you always for you lovely content 🥰
Great video! Love hearing your stories & updates. ❤️ I had a similar terrifying driving experience a while back and then 6-9 months later it kind-of resurfaced in a lot of road rage & some feelings of driving panic I had never experienced before & didn’t connect it to the original situation at first. I’m just mentioning this in case you end up seeing anything similar - there can be some subtle PTSD from experiences like that, and you’ll be able to work through it no matter what. Take care. 🥰
I haven't even gotten to the room makeover yet but I had to stop and thank you for sharing your near death experience. That whole taking your hand off the wheel thing really got me. My health is in a scary downward spiral and I don't know where the bottom is and the anxiety of trying to control something I can't control has not been helping me. Acceptance does feel like the only thing left. I just have to let go, find out where I'm going to land once this car stops spinning and go from there. Your story felt like a message from the universe. (Again... it keeps trying to tell me this!) Anyway, thank you.
Letting go doesn’t have to mean giving up. There are things you can do to help in a spin/accident, and CW nailed a few of them on the head. I hope there are therapies you can pursue and are accessible.
@@doublecomplex4741 Thank you for the encouragement. I'm not giving up, not at all. I'm doing what's in my control to do. But there are things I can't control, doctors either, and trying to control them anyway has been crazy making. I need to stop trying to push my body to do more than it can so it can heal, and I have to be patient, no matter how long this takes. Thank you again for your kindness. ❤️
Aw the way the smile spread across your face when your mum saw your mini-makeover. It made my hear swell. You and luke are the cutest. I'm so sorry about you having a hurtful breakup. Don't take on that hurtful shite :(
The comic chemistry between you and your brother is hysterical!! I was laughing out loud! Also, I'm so glad you lived through 2 traumas, the NDE , (so scary, I lost my brother in a car wreck, so I get it, ) and a painful breakup. I admire your strength and your realness so much!!
I am so glad that you are okay. I had that "Jesus take the wheel" driving experience this past December. Time was in slow motion. I recognized it as a perfect analogy for life. We never have control over anything. That letting go is such a peaceful place to be and has been so helpful for me. I love that Article couch!
talking about the moment of peace while you were spinning out on the highway is something i resonated so heavily with. i was in a very very similar crash but i hit someone while spinning out and on my way to on-coming traffic i just let go and trusted in the universe… that split second moment is an indescribable feeling of relief and peace.
Caroline, thank you for letting the first part of this vlog be so real. Maybe it wasn't uplifting like you might hope, but it is encouraging just seeing that someone else has times when everything just seems upside down, but we just have to get on with life anyways is just a breath of fresh air. I feel really privileged to have had that shared despite being a complete stranger and thank you for making it feel like I'm not alone in that experience.
Dear Caroline, every time I’m having a bad day, I go go check if you have any new videos. Sometimes it helps so much to hear you talk because it makes me feel less lonely. Thank you for being so blunt and saying things like “everyone’s lonely” and shit like that. I appreciate you ♥️
Hearing you describe your experience in uncontrolled spin on the road was so reminiscent of my own experience when I rolled my car at 17 - time slowed completely and I was just in observation mode, like “wow I’m rolling right now, how interesting”. Such a scary and surreal experience. I was lucky and walked away with some glass to pick out of my sweater.. and I think everyone watching is as grateful that nothing worse happened to you🙏🏼❤️ YOU’RE A GEM Caroline 🙌🏼
Oh Caroline! I just love how real you are on your channel! And by the way, you always look gorgeous, you’re all gorgeous. It was great to see your mother (I am of her generation) , the makeover was a huge improvement! I love your content and I think you’re helping tremendously with mental well-being, even if that’s not the subject on your channel, and on top of it you’re hilarious! You all must have been the most adorable and fun children! I hope you’re feeling better after that hurt, but I am sure your great attitude is helping you. Love to you, your brother and the rest of the family from a subscriber in Spain ❤
The losing control bit was actually a beautiful analogy for chapters and moments of our life. While I’m sorry you had such a scary experience, I thank you for sharing your insights and reflections!! Big love to you, Luke, and Mr. Koda for another fun and honest vlog :’))
That moment of peace during your near death experience, I've felt the same thing but in a dream. I'm a passenger on a plane that is about to crash. I put my head down and let go, accepting death was coming soon. Then the plane crashes and I look up, fire everywhere, and not a scratch on me. Then I'm like "wtf! I spent all this time preparing for death!"
Ok, first I totally needed this. I am literally going through a let go of the wheel moment as my son just left home to move across country alone, during the hard winter. I have gone from control to panic to calm, there is nothing more I can do but roll with it & trust it’ll be ok. Second, I guarantee I have had the WORST most hurtful thing in all of mankind, yelled at me during a breakup, in front of a bunch of coworkers & friends. I’d share it but it’s so awful & embarrassing, and I’m sure I’d be censored. If I survived that, I promise you will be ok. Love the vlogs, loved the makeover. Be blessed ❤️
I ran to make popcorns to eat while watching this :). These are my favorite kind of video that you make. After a shitty friday night, you just boosted my saturday mood, thank you so much! Also, your brother is super funny, I love when he’s in. Greetings from Belgium :)
1.) that Koda doesn’t sprinkle tinkle all across the furniture receiving that much pure joy is level 742 good boy status. 2.) if you missed the first 7 minutes you have deprived yourself of a *chefs kiss* WORD!! on the Sovereignty of God. 3.) your videos ❤️
caroline - i too, just got dumped. not that i’m like “happy” you did too… but the feeling of “im not alone” is really nice. so no need for uplifting. i feel cozy just watchin the real stuff
Glad your still with us. Also that guy is stupid for dumping you. Most boys are. Remembers you are a strong independent queen and you don’t need no man till you want one. You do you boo ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I love all the shared love over the poop time moment. I take a bath when I listen to my weekly podcast, and seriously, I don't think anyone appreciates it.
3:50 omg!! Yes!!!! I went through something similar and experienced the same thing!!! I’m a pretty dramatic person and yet I didn’t even scream. I was FULLY aware that I was probably going to die. But I felt *oddly* present and peaceful. It was sooooo weird and I’ve never heard anybody else vocalize it like this! Also, your brother is so hot. I just cannot😩
Almost ten years ago I had the exact same bizarre moment of calm as I was spinning down the highway in a snow storm!! Two cars past by me and managed to miss me, but it was almost as if it was happening in slow motion. No screaming or panicking. Pure acceptance, and I remember thinking "ok, this car is going to hit me now". Very neat to have someone describe it the way I felt it.
aw I watch so many of your vids and see you laugh/joke through most of your pain and it was refreshing to see that vulnerable side of you (even though it made me sad and I’m sorry 💔) being broken up with casually or seriously is a terrible feeling and I’m sending all the healing vibes your way 🧡
Caroline, sweetheart, please remember, if someone says something hurtful to you, it speaks volumes about them and very little about you. Love from a 62 year old grandma in Southern California who thinks you are the most real and honest person on RUclips. You make me laugh and you can make me tear up and it's the BEST.
I 100% agree with you on this.
Wisdom! I needed to hear that too!
I completely agree! Most of the time when someone has said hurtful things is due to how they’re feeling inside ❤
Agree. Says more about him than you.
I agree and I’m old enough to be your grandmother! Love you much and so glad you and your brother have a great relationship. As my mom said to me and I have said to my daughter and she has said to her daughter… “Don’t take any shit from anybody!” Touch your pearls and smile on! You have a beautiful smile. xo
Having someone in your life that says “Nah I get it” AND actually doesn’t make you feel like a burden is so awesome 💜 so happy you have people in your life that can cheer you up.
I was just diagnosed with FND (functional neurologic disorder) in December… I can’t walk without using a walker, drink from a cup or eat without severe tremors, and have double vision. My husband and 3 teenagers have had to take over all my chores 😢I have to text them to help me do almost everything… they don’t make me feel like a burden, but I feel that way 😞
right??? seeing it written out like that makes me feel like "nah i get it" is like the most loving accepting thing a person can ever say 😭
This
@@loribethartist6353 it makes sense that you feel that way, but you’d do the same for them if they were in your position, I’m sure. You’re family. ❤️
@@loribethartist6353 Hugs to you, Lady! I don't know what it is like to be in your shoes, but I know it must be tough on all of you. I am sure you would do the same for any one of them. A family is a team. When one member needs help, the rest pick it up. You didn't choose to have the disorder, so remember to be kind to yourself and meditate on what is true and not the guilt. Praying for you!
What I love about your channel us that it feels very honest. There's the beauty and the bitchiness, the fun and the sad, the inspiring and the everyday. It feels so refreshing!
Life's “beauty and bitchiness”
Omg you’ve titled my memoir
But truly, I appreciate this so much. Thank you
@@Caroline_Winkler I can't speak for anyone else, but in the romance department, if I looked like you I'd just prance down the street like Audrey Hepburn and never doubt.
@@Dingle1234I know, right? Such a beautiful person!
@@Caroline_Winkler I was ready to be insulted for you until I looked down and saw your video titled "How to be a confident b*tch". 😆
My mother taught me- “don’t ever cry over a guy who doesn’t cry over you.” You deserve better! 💕
When I first met my current partner, he said, "You are so intense." And I thought, "Oh, here we go." And then he said, "In the very best way!" My point is that what some people see as a deficit, others will love. Please don't give up on being your authentic self.
Yes! 😊
I feel like it would take a completely mundane and boring person not to appreciate her energy.
I totally agree! We all are imperfect, but there are some imperfections from others we can live with, or not. You'll know it's the right partner when your "flaws" will not be considered as such.
And in the mean time do a long list of the ideal man's profile (and deal breaking flaws), it never hurts, and ends up being scaringly accurate XD
I definitely relate to this! I have always had people in my life make fun of or complain that I am too "enthusiastic" but that is one of the first things my partner of 7 years now complimented me on.
What that person probably meant by intense is that you have a capacity for depth & authenticity of feeling that I can't digest or tolerate because I feel threatened by it. Classic Avoidant. You are a wonderful ball of fire 🔥 so never dim your light. I hope you find your equally zany and true mate one day 🙏 👍 💙 ❤
@@kslaney4161isn’t that just wonderful?!
And so healing. ❤
I’m watching this again. My brother was murdered in 2009. It makes me kind of choked up to see your relationship with your brother, because it means so very much to me and I actually adore you two together. I only had two ‘good’ years with my brother before he was killed and miss him so much sometimes. He was funny. And so witty. And gave great hugs. And I know this isn’t your burden in any way, but I’m telling you, y’all are lightening mine. So thank you for sharing your relationship with us all. It helps me feel like, in the tiniest way, my brother is back.
oh I am so sorry, I can’t even imagine the pain. I love my siblings so much and my biggest fear in life is losing them too early. I’m sure you carry him in your heart everyday and that you loved/love each other very much
I lost both of my brothers in 2008. It’s hard to see people with their siblings 🥲 but siblings with good relationships is awesome. Rip your brother ❤
Caroline I mean this as a complement, but I know it’s super weird: I’m a stay at home mom and so oftentimes the only “me” time I have is when I poop, and not just every day, but specifically Saturday’s when my husband can watch the baby. So, thank you for being my Saturday Poop Entertainment every week. It’s actually very meaningful 😂❤
oh my god this is amazing
OMG. that's about as real as it gets! In a good way. I think. 🤣
You better ask your husband to let you have a bath or a nap too! Don't be too stoic! 💖
I love this comment 😂
Baby is sleeping now and enjoying my poop time too
You are an amazing person. Don't think of it as getting dumped. Think of it as not wasting time on the wrong person.
100%. We weren’t a match, and he was right to call it. You are so wise
Dodged a bullet! The best is yet to come!!
You just keep building up the brother fan club. We stan a supportive and kind family member 🙌
He’s just the best. I am very lucky to have wonderful siblings
As an older sister with a little brother I relate so much
@@CosmicGardener little brothers are the best!
Caroline, I love your honesty and how you don't fall into the RUclips trap of pretending your life is all smiles and sunshines. It makes us feel 100 times better about our lives.
For real.
Authenticity is where the better and smarter RUclipsrs are headed. The population is so done with Unicorn and Rainbow b.s. Real is where it's at.
Driving is so dangerous - it's wild how easily we forget how dangerous it is. Very pleased your near-death experience was not a death experience! Thanks for sharing your emotions with us, Caroline - I'd rather see real than 'uplifting'. I really respect that you expressed that it was painful but kept the details private and I think you do a great job balancing authenticity and privacy and responsibility on this channel. Here's to the next boy not being hurtful.
Also I pee a little sometimes when I'm not supposed to too, so extra appreciated you not cutting that out
100%. 100000%
Driving is so dangerous! I’ve also hydroplaned and it is scary as hell to lose control like that.
Fun fact, it may be more dangerous now as lots of people (including me!) have brain damage from covid and long covid and there are some researchers who say the increase in road rage and erratic driving may be due to the massive increase in brain damaged individuals being forced to try and live normal and uninterrupted lives despite an increase in need for support and literally a mass increase in overall disability as a whole. Fun times. Super fun.
Yeah that’s so scary especially pointing towards oncoming traffic She was so lucky she didn’t get hit
1. It's actually super uplifting when someone is vulnerable and honest about things we all struggle with, like driving terror and heartbreak
2. The editing choice to follow that up immediately with a bouncy dog was 1,000% correct
3. My husband and I keep going back and forth about an in-ground trampoline, and I think you pushed me jusssst over into the YES column, *shakes fist* Ughghgh he's going to be so pleased
4. Your mom is delightful
So many things that I love about this video -- but my favorite has to be the last 2 minutes watching Caroline and her brother making faces!
i didnt intend to put it in the video until i was watching it trying to make my thumbnail and i couldnt stop laughing. mostly him just screaming ENTEMANS
@@Caroline_Winkler Your brother is a low key natural comedian!!! I can see why you turn to him for all things logistical handy-helping and comfort good times!
Yeeeeesss. Exactly what I was going to comment 😁
@@drebugsita and he can move couches!
Two things: 1) you have rapidly become my comfort RUclipsr. 2) your brother is a treasure and needs to be protected at all costs 😭💜
Who else screamed and ran to make a quick cup of tea to enjoy Caroline church this Saturday morning? 🤣 No but seriously, every video you make is fabulous and you are a lovely human being. Thanks for the mood boost we all needed
God I love you
Me, me, me! 😊
I love Caroline Church. 😂 So irreverent and relatable. So happy she’s still with us after the car incident. Forget the guy. His loss! Love you C! xx
Its an event for me! Got me in the awful habit of whipping up pancakes on Saturday mornings and starting my day at noon. waah
CHURCH!
I laughed so hard at the thumbnail filming scene literally teared up. Thanks for cheering up the internet Caroline, even when you’re hurting.
Me too 😂❤😂❤
Seriously the thumbnail scene is the best. 😂😂😂
The most relatable person on RUclips on an existential level.
Love Caroline upload days 🦋
Okay, so I’m divorcing after 30 years of marriage and launching my daughter to college, so I was looking for design inspiration for my new condo (all alone-but it’s kinda awesome to not have to deal with anyone else’s friggen “opinions”), when I found you and now I’m obsessed! As I navigate life on my own and a broken heart, I appreciate your transparency and honesty. As a psychotherapist and a fitness professional, and lover of everything design (interior , clothing even food), you scratch all my itches and make me laugh friggen out loud (kombucha coming out my nose 😂😢😂). So…just wanted to thank you for what you do here. Having my own RUclips channel-I know how much work this is! You’ve inspired me to be more personal and transparent on my channel (eventually…when I’m settled and have time). Keep it up! You’re touching lives, hearts and funny bones! Wish I could hire you as my designer!
Enjoy your freedom and have fun designing your space!
I hope you don't feel pressured to always be uplifting, it's great to hear all your human experiences, no matter how they go 🙅♀
appreciate this
Having watched probably a dozen videos or more, I don't think Caroline feels any pressure to be uplifting LOL
This was the comment I was searching for 👏
This is pure sibling energy and I’m here for it
“No, I get it” -WHY IS LUKE SO GREAT
He seems like a great brother! ❤️
It's that flash of freedom and liberation we feel when we finally stop trying to control. You put it beautifully.
Luke is a PRIZE, ma'am, and so are YOU! Enjoyed this one.
hahahah HE IS
Is he single? 👀 Asking for a friend
@@llim17 😂😂😂 Love this so much!
She’s asking what we’re ALL wondering…
That look on your face when you said someone has never said anything more hurtful…😢I felt that. I’ve had that look on my face (we all probably have) but thank you for just being so real about your life while you push through and still create beautiful spaces. 🤗
Oh man, the peeing part GOT ME. I laugh-cried so hard, so relatable I can’t believe you left that in RESPECT. It’s details like that in your vids that just make you so much more endearing and refreshing to watch. Also, watching you spend time with your bro always makes me want to spend more with mine. You and your family are so wholesome 💖✨ Thanks for sharing so much of you with us, it’s such a treat. And SO glad you made it through your wreck in one piece. Driving is THE worst.
I swear your videos are almost becoming therapy for me.
The last minutes of this vid LITERALLY: me sliding awkwardly off my couch in tears laughing simultaneously full of gratitude for this human and her brother & their whole vibe
Also : raining bad style 😭
I was shaking from laughter.
You're such a precious gem Caroline, no amount of cheerleading from us is going to be as powerful as you being a fan of yourself. Be your own biggest fan!!! Celebrate the differences,, most of all you're "not for everyone" 💛
The way Koda makes the biggest deal every time you come in is so pure!! I love that you also always cuddle with him on the couch and give him belly scratches!❤
The best!!!
He’s 2000% pure. It’s actually painful to witness sometimes. Too much love squeezed into one tiny body and giant head 😭❤️
"Oh, Koda, I made a mistake..." I just love your energy and clearly so does the dog. :)
my family always reprimands me for hyping him up. but i cant help it! he hypes ME up! and then were just a ball of hype and we're both screaming. we just get each others energy
Sorry if this is TMI. But I cannot recommend Tena pads enough. SO many of us women wear them that I’m not even that ashamed of them. At least I know every time I laugh or sneeze I’m not playing Russian roulette with the tinkles. 😂
But gotta agree, loved the energy between you and Koda so much!
Consider me uplifted. Watching a Caroline video always releases endorphins. Comparable to giving pup belly rubs in the “I needed this” stakes. Even when you are hurting! Sending you top notch good vibes ❤️
🥲🥲we needed this
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Was absolutely uplifted by the relatableness of you peeing yourself on the trampoline 🤣 And the dark magic (there is no other explanation) your brother wielded to move those huge couches by himself. Hope you feel better soon--you're a gem bringing happiness to many no matter what other things people may say.
Luke and Koda, A+ brothers. Great vid, I smiled so much! 💞
awww koda IS my brother youre so right🥺i love this
The ending cracked me up. Thank you Caroline for including it. Such a fun relationship you have with your brother. You made my day!
Also, you could consider stopping saying you look bad. You’re beautiful and you don’t need to be all fixed up perfectly to be beautiful. You’re beautiful and natural (and funny and intelligent.) No one needs negative self talk. I used to say “I’m so dumb” when I’d make a mistake and a professor at school asked me “Do you really think you’re stupid?” I definitely don’t think I’m stupid and I quit saying that. Routing out negative self talk is an ongoing challenge.
I could watch this video every single day. Caroline, I'm old enough to be your mom, and you're teaching me self-care better than any therapist has. I delight in watching you and Luke (and the rest of your family, too) interact. You're the epitome of loving support and enjoying the moment.
Hi Caroline! I loved this one. You have the most wonderful brother. Your mom is so cute. And Koda, gotta love Koda. I love how you greet him each and every time you visit him. He so loves you. Happy weekend!
koda is a total love bug. he is the most human seeming dog, and he's verrrry sensitive to everyone's emotional state. which is why luke referenced that Koda had been overwhelmed by us all screaming off camera that morning.
my brother is absolutely the most wonderful. the mostttt
@@Caroline_Winkler koda is adorable, love that pupper! and your brother is so amazing, and your family and you! i'm always bummed when it's over...MOAR MOAR! thanks for sharing, all of it 💙
Yep to all. Saw Dad's cellos and wondered if we would get a concert!
I DON'T HAVE ANY WORDS TO ACCURATELY DESCRIBED HOW MUCH I LOVED THE THUMBNAIL OUTTAKES!! I SCREAMED. I LAUGHED. I LOVE IT! Love you Caroline for always keeping it real and making me smile :) x
I’m so sad that you are hurting, you give so much happiness through your vlogs and you are an amazing person.. mwah Mwah and hugs .. thank you for giving us this vlog under the circumstances… 🎉❤
it's life ❤you're the best. thank you, sending you a hug
Thank you so much for sharing when you’re not feeling great; it super comforting to see someone who has a healthy relationship with emotions.
I'm sorry you hear that you got dumped, it's always a bummer :( but you're a thoughtful, talented and interesting person so I know there will be another person out there you'll meet, that will see that and appreciate you for the special person you are.
I dont understand the dumped part - doesnt that mean youre just sleeping with someone but its not relational, so they cant really dump you?
@@doop445 She mentioned in a podcast episode that they weren't really seeing other people/kinda exclusive but not like official official. So I think you can totally get dumped in that scenario. His loss.
So happy for you to have such a wonderful family bond with your parents and siblings. It’s the foundation, despite all other relationships, you can always go back to for comfort. Your brother is delightful 🥰
I can totally relate. You described an almost identical experience except it was ice, not rain and I went from right lane to center median. Terrifying. I was in CT driving to MA. By the time I got home, I completely reeked from nervous sweat. I'm happy that both of us survived and didn't kill anyone.
oh my god that's so similar. and so terrifying. im glad you came out okay. i was in total shock as well. i kept driving for an hour before it even occurred to me that i should pull over. its very scary out there, i feel like ive been seeing so many terrible accidents recently. please everyone be careful
can we all acklowlege how funny you guys are!! even when you are hearbroken and Luke its just ...out of this world very talented, funny and overall I love your family! The makeover turn out amazing! Love that you do realistic projects that we can afford too! I am sorry that you are going through a breakup, but it means you are now free to find someone who really deserves you! I hope you will be over it very soon. Thanks for your work here on youtube, you and your family are an inspiration! ❤
Your relationship with your brother is too precious. Makes my heart so happy!
How is your brother that cute? I love how much he believes in you, it's so adorable.
Also - Caroline, I hear you, being dumped hurts as heck, and nothing can't avoid you from feeling it. But I remember last time I went through a bad breakup, I used to think it felt like putting salt in a wound - it hurts so badly, but it's the pain that tells me that it's healing (if it makes any sense at all.)
Also - breakups are usually painful, but what the heck! Precisely because of that, someone who *really* cares will try to avoid saying things that hurt the other person, *especially* in a breakup. And you don't want to be with someone who doesn't care, you deserve someone who treats you with love.
Thanks for your rawness, sense of humor, and another great video. Sending love from Switzerland!
Luke is an amazing brother. Caroline has an amazing, supporting family.
I love the relationship you have with your brother. It warms my heart to see adult siblings who are like best friends.
Perfectly normal to experience peace in letting go, in leaving your fate in the capable hands of the universe. Human ego gets in the way but soul is always in this place of peace. So glad you’re still on the planet. ❤
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You put that so perfectly
15:10 When you first showed the ottoman and I glanced at it, I thought - that’s cool, look at all those smudge sticks they have for their basement!
I found your channel last week and I've been binge watching all your videos since. I've been really depressed lately and you have no idea how much watching your videos has been helping me. Thank you for being the way you are and for sharing it with us.
1) I'm so glad you're safe!
2) Your family dynamic is so fun, I want to be part of it
3) Your brother is a gem! What a sweetheart
I love that you keep it real. I think that’s what keeps people coming back, your energy (here and on your pod) is SO relatable. Keep doing you boo! It’s authentic and we LOVE it ❤
honestly, dont feel bad about not always having an uplifting vlog. your channel is so real and i love that about you. youre allowed to feel whatever you need to and im grateful you share it with us
I think this was one of my favorite videos because It felt ridiculously relatable (though I'm sorry you were going through some ish). I felt like I was listening to a friend telling me what was going on in her life. And yes, I've been there. Work through the pain. And puppies always help! Sending you healing, girl! #staystrong
This was incredibly relatable. It’s comforting to see others going through similar struggles-it reminds us we’re not alone.
A round of applause for Luke. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Thank you
always live for your comments 💕
Love how authentic this videos is. Everything is just so genuine. I know it’s edited but it really feels unedited. Thanks for sharing Caroline
Oh my gosh, this video is amazing. Your mom is so sweet and you and your bro are contagiously funny. I straight up lost it at your brother arching his back during the sponsor message 😆 also his critiquing his toe posture took me out lmao.
When we're heartbroken there's nothing but our furbabies to comfort us. You and Luke are the best!!!
Oh my god - something similar happened to me in a snowstorm a few years ago. I was spinning around and felt that same sudden moment of peace come over me, which was crazy because i am not a peaceful person. 🤣 It was like: "If something hits me, then okay. I might as well be calm about it." - it was such a wild experience. And also so scary! I am so glad you're okay!
So glad you came out of the hydroplaning incident unscathed. It’s those inevitable moments that make us think pretty deeply about life and remind us how fragile it is. ❤
I'm so glad ur knee is healed enough for the tramp 🙌🏼🤸🏻♀️ get it girl
THANK YOU FOR APPRECIATING! It’s the first time I’ve been on since the surgery and I was scaredddd. Can u see my timid steps getting on 😂
@@Caroline_Winkler I did😆 the kicks to the left& right?! I was like whoa, she's stuntin' 🙌🏼💗 u made my morning 🌄
You both have beautiful eyes. Loved the drawbridge. Loved your sibling interactions.
Always love your vlogs! I also really love the bond and friendship you have with your siblings. As an only child who now has kids, I’m always thinking about how to foster a good relationship between them and I hope they stay close and support each other well into adulthood.
Caroline, I know everyone else has already said this but seriously, I appreciate it so much that you keep you videos so raw and real. You say this wasn’t an uplifting video but i truly cracked up at least 3 times and the ending just made my day. I’ve been sick and stuck in my apartment for days and I live alone, seeing you spend time with your brother was so heart warming and just what i needed for a good laugh! Thank you always for you lovely content 🥰
Great video! Love hearing your stories & updates. ❤️ I had a similar terrifying driving experience a while back and then 6-9 months later it kind-of resurfaced in a lot of road rage & some feelings of driving panic I had never experienced before & didn’t connect it to the original situation at first. I’m just mentioning this in case you end up seeing anything similar - there can be some subtle PTSD from experiences like that, and you’ll be able to work through it no matter what.
Take care. 🥰
😂 I loved the thumbnail session. So glad you kept that whole thing in. Your brother has the most expressive face. What a cutie.
I haven't even gotten to the room makeover yet but I had to stop and thank you for sharing your near death experience. That whole taking your hand off the wheel thing really got me. My health is in a scary downward spiral and I don't know where the bottom is and the anxiety of trying to control something I can't control has not been helping me. Acceptance does feel like the only thing left. I just have to let go, find out where I'm going to land once this car stops spinning and go from there. Your story felt like a message from the universe. (Again... it keeps trying to tell me this!) Anyway, thank you.
Letting go doesn’t have to mean giving up.
There are things you can do to help in a spin/accident, and CW nailed a few of them on the head.
I hope there are therapies you can pursue and are accessible.
@@doublecomplex4741 Thank you for the encouragement. I'm not giving up, not at all. I'm doing what's in my control to do. But there are things I can't control, doctors either, and trying to control them anyway has been crazy making. I need to stop trying to push my body to do more than it can so it can heal, and I have to be patient, no matter how long this takes. Thank you again for your kindness. ❤️
Aw the way the smile spread across your face when your mum saw your mini-makeover. It made my hear swell. You and luke are the cutest. I'm so sorry about you having a hurtful breakup. Don't take on that hurtful shite :(
The comic chemistry between you and your brother is hysterical!! I was laughing out loud! Also, I'm so glad you lived through 2 traumas, the NDE , (so scary, I lost my brother in a car wreck, so I get it, ) and a painful breakup. I admire your strength and your realness so much!!
I love the sibling support!! Props to Luke and great job on the basement refresher!!
I am so glad that you are okay. I had that "Jesus take the wheel" driving experience this past December. Time was in slow motion. I recognized it as a perfect analogy for life. We never have control over anything. That letting go is such a peaceful place to be and has been so helpful for me. I love that Article couch!
Exactly right, we have no control over anything in this life except our attitude. That's enough of a battle for me on the daily!
talking about the moment of peace while you were spinning out on the highway is something i resonated so heavily with. i was in a very very similar crash but i hit someone while spinning out and on my way to on-coming traffic i just let go and trusted in the universe… that split second moment is an indescribable feeling of relief and peace.
Your folks’ home is truly inspiring. I appreciate their willingness to share with your channel!
Caroline, thank you for letting the first part of this vlog be so real. Maybe it wasn't uplifting like you might hope, but it is encouraging just seeing that someone else has times when everything just seems upside down, but we just have to get on with life anyways is just a breath of fresh air. I feel really privileged to have had that shared despite being a complete stranger and thank you for making it feel like I'm not alone in that experience.
Makes my day every single time I see an upload! Sharing is caring and being real is uplifting. ❤
Dear Caroline, every time I’m having a bad day, I go go check if you have any new videos. Sometimes it helps so much to hear you talk because it makes me feel less lonely. Thank you for being so blunt and saying things like “everyone’s lonely” and shit like that. I appreciate you ♥️
I’m 2mins in and crying! You are so good for my mental health- the peace of letting go..
Hearing you describe your experience in uncontrolled spin on the road was so reminiscent of my own experience when I rolled my car at 17 - time slowed completely and I was just in observation mode, like “wow I’m rolling right now, how interesting”. Such a scary and surreal experience. I was lucky and walked away with some glass to pick out of my sweater.. and I think everyone watching is as grateful that nothing worse happened to you🙏🏼❤️ YOU’RE A GEM Caroline 🙌🏼
Oh Caroline! I just love how real you are on your channel! And by the way, you always look gorgeous, you’re all gorgeous. It was great to see your mother (I am of her generation) , the makeover was a huge improvement! I love your content and I think you’re helping tremendously with mental well-being, even if that’s not the subject on your channel, and on top of it you’re hilarious! You all must have been the most adorable and fun children! I hope you’re feeling better after that hurt, but I am sure your great attitude is helping you. Love to you, your brother and the rest of the family from a subscriber in Spain ❤
The losing control bit was actually a beautiful analogy for chapters and moments of our life. While I’m sorry you had such a scary experience, I thank you for sharing your insights and reflections!! Big love to you, Luke, and Mr. Koda for another fun and honest vlog :’))
That moment of peace during your near death experience, I've felt the same thing but in a dream. I'm a passenger on a plane that is about to crash. I put my head down and let go, accepting death was coming soon. Then the plane crashes and I look up, fire everywhere, and not a scratch on me. Then I'm like "wtf! I spent all this time preparing for death!"
Ok, first I totally needed this. I am literally going through a let go of the wheel moment as my son just left home to move across country alone, during the hard winter. I have gone from control to panic to calm, there is nothing more I can do but roll with it & trust it’ll be ok. Second, I guarantee I have had the WORST most hurtful thing in all of mankind, yelled at me during a breakup, in front of a bunch of coworkers & friends. I’d share it but it’s so awful & embarrassing, and I’m sure I’d be censored. If I survived that, I promise you will be ok. Love the vlogs, loved the makeover. Be blessed ❤️
I ran to make popcorns to eat while watching this :). These are my favorite kind of video that you make. After a shitty friday night, you just boosted my saturday mood, thank you so much! Also, your brother is super funny, I love when he’s in. Greetings from Belgium :)
You and your brother are adorable! Watching your videos are a real treat. You are very funny, dry and so witty. Thank you!
Loved it! Your brother is adorable and you’re adorable together. Your mom too. Koda too. Thanks for being you.
1.) that Koda doesn’t sprinkle tinkle all across the furniture receiving that much pure joy is level 742 good boy status.
2.) if you missed the first 7 minutes you have deprived yourself of a *chefs kiss* WORD!! on the Sovereignty of God.
3.) your videos ❤️
The best. Luke tutorial and Koda trampoline experience was A+ - hope you’re feeling ok ❤
Those last 2 minutes actually broke me 😭🤣 Luke being ⭐expressive⭐
❤ Caroline just the way she is… and the end reel…
caroline - i too, just got dumped. not that i’m like “happy” you did too… but the feeling of “im not alone” is really nice. so no need for uplifting. i feel cozy just watchin the real stuff
Glad your still with us. Also that guy is stupid for dumping you. Most boys are. Remembers you are a strong independent queen and you don’t need no man till you want one. You do you boo ❤❤❤❤❤❤
💕you’re the best. He made the right call, it wasn’t a match. I can respect the decision, still always just that bit of hurt tho
@@Caroline_Winkler that’s normal just do all the things you love to do :)
To be honest, while the post was good, my favorite part of today’s video is when you guys were doing the thumbnail photo at the end.
@dennettmolly Some people aren't a great fit for eachother. You don't have to cast shade on an entire gender.
I love all the shared love over the poop time moment. I take a bath when I listen to my weekly podcast, and seriously, I don't think anyone appreciates it.
Caroline plus a bagel? This is the best morning I've had all week. You make me want to redecorate.
3:50 omg!! Yes!!!! I went through something similar and experienced the same thing!!! I’m a pretty dramatic person and yet I didn’t even scream. I was FULLY aware that I was probably going to die. But I felt *oddly* present and peaceful. It was sooooo weird and I’ve never heard anybody else vocalize it like this!
Also, your brother is so hot. I just cannot😩
I absolutely love you and your impeccably eyebrowed family! Your videos continue to be a respite for my week.
Almost ten years ago I had the exact same bizarre moment of calm as I was spinning down the highway in a snow storm!! Two cars past by me and managed to miss me, but it was almost as if it was happening in slow motion. No screaming or panicking. Pure acceptance, and I remember thinking "ok, this car is going to hit me now". Very neat to have someone describe it the way I felt it.
I had the exact same near death experience when I was 18. It was shocking and terrifying. Even so, I've always loved driving it really relaxes me.
aw I watch so many of your vids and see you laugh/joke through most of your pain and it was refreshing to see that vulnerable side of you (even though it made me sad and I’m sorry 💔) being broken up with casually or seriously is a terrible feeling and I’m sending all the healing vibes your way 🧡