I love this family...very privileged and down to earth- they would be fun to meet at a party...it's refreshing to see online where folks are trying to look privileged and come across aloof...Well done Leonora the singing was a bonus❤😂🎉😂
Hi, this channel just popped up and I've been hooked since this morning OMG what a beautiful life and such a close knit family. Can I ask if she lives with her parents or she lives in their house as they are now abroad or that is her home and her husband's?
So good to see a young woman today in tuned with down to earth life,no matter privileged or not ,you are a great example to others,it’s all about family and good friends ,thank you🙏🏽💖🤠
Leonora, where do I begin...firstly if anyone deserves 1m subscribers its has to be you...secondly and more importantly, what a lovely young lady you are...attractive, funny, vivacious, humble, grateful...i could on...Merry Christmas Leonora and thank you.
Leo this has to be the sweetest vlog ever. Your content was superb as always but to say that you are there for us ( and I really felt that you meant it) -,along with offering your contacts for a time when they may be needed, this left me in tears. If you’ve ever wondered what sets you apart on RUclips or in life in general, it’s that - that right there - your huge heart. Love you lots 💕💕💕💕
Oh my my precious Lenora!! You’re so beautiful! I’m 65 I used to be beautiful. I love watching you. I used to have everything but I divorced my husband and he took everything away from me. He was very jealous and hurtful. I’m ok now. I have my 2 daughters who love me and 2 grandsons who adore me. What else do I need in life? Good luck
I have not seen your photo but please be proud of who you are. You have put two valuable members of society on this earth not including yourself. Iexpect you are beautiful and strong Best wishes for 2024 xxxx
I hope you've had the most gorgeous day, squeezed your parents tight and took lots of pictures. The good thing about RUclips Leo is you'll have memories for all the years to come 🎄❤️🎀😘😘😘😘
Watching this on Boxing Day here in Australia 🇦🇺 Enjoying your Christmas preparations etc now looking forward to your Christmas Day Happy Christmas 🎄🎅🏻🦜
Merry Christmas Leonora, you are the most kind and caring vlogger all while showing grace, elegance and sharing fun moments in your life. You definitely win RUclipsr of the year 🎉And thank you for sharing Christmas day with us, what a lovely surprise- I will really look forward to it!
What a joyful vlog! I love seeing you and your mum celebrate together as you make the festive preparations! The spontaneous singing was my favorite... especially with the unexpected added baritone popping in! 🥰 Everything looks so beautiful... and delicious! The florals are stunning! Filling out the punch bowl arrangement in the dining room with additional roses was brilliant! I particularly like the touches of amaryllis throughout the house tying everything together! I love that everything is done with so much love, care and attention to detail! You have done a spectacular job creating a gorgeous Christmas! Thank you so much for letting us tag along! It has been a complete and utter joy! What an unexpected surprise to learn we will see you again tomorrow! I can hardly wait to see all the fun! Wishing you and your entire family and special friends a very Merry Christmas! ❤️🎄❤️
You are the most down to earth posh person I have ever seen ❤ you are such a beautiful soul inside and out ❤️ i love Mark and your mummy 🤗i really enjoying your channel and everything you do💗the sausages are adorable 😍 you are just stunning 💕i have watched your into so many times. It is just amazing 🤩 it always brings a tear to my eye. Congrats on having such a fantastic channel xx
My husband who is American never ate fish pie until I first made it. At first he was dubious, to state the least, but he absolutely adores it. I made it for a family gathering and since his family enjoys seafood my hope was that they would enjoy it. Ever since then they have requested me to bring it for family gatherings. Thank you for hosting such a beautiful, exquisite Vlogmas Leonora. Every part of it was a most wonderful adventure and a beautiful insight into your life and that of your family. May I wish both you and Marcus all the best of everything for the coming New Year. Merry Christmas everyone, Peace and Blessings in abundance to all.
I love your hostess skills, I admire all the traditions that your mum has shown you and that you accepted it all with open arms is a credit to you, it shows in the vlogs that you genuinely love to cook, create and host. Thankyou for sharing and inspiring me to switch up a notch my tablescaping.
Leonora hou and your mum should do a cooking Video together you’re absolutely a hoot together in the kitchen and shopping 😜. Love the swimming goggles for cutting the onions brilliant 🤣
Hello from California. Spectacular intro for vlogmas, Mrs. Leonora Camilla Madeleine Smee & Mr. Markus Smee. Terrific names. Thanks so very much for filming & hosting an excellent channel showcasing the best of British & the best of England. We do appreciate these epic festive daily vlogs from England. You are both a perfect match. Lovely British couple. Lovely family. Inspirational. Great contents for youtube. Happy Christmas from USA * Sally & Alexander & Australian Parakeets Stars
Such a magical and special Vlogmas this month, Leonora. What an amazing young woman you are. Your family is so blessed to have you in their lives, and we are blessed that you are sharing it all with us. Thank you :-) Wishing you, your husband, parents and whole family a merry Christmas and happy and healthy new year. Hugs from Florida ~Janis
Oh Leonora everywhere looks stunning & so beautifully festive 🎄 You & your Mother are the most sparking glamorous ladies, the crème de la crème together ☺️ Your kind words thinking about others came from the heart ❤️ Christmas Eve looks magnificent .. I can’t wait to see what Christmas Day brings .. 🎄🥰🎁🐾🐾🐾🐾❤️
Dear Leonora, thank you for inviting us to your family Christmas preparations which are sumptuous and fabulous. Wishing you and your family and darling pups a Merry Christmas and best wishes for the new year. Vlogmas has been a never ending delight and you are utterly charming and generous to everyone xx
What a fantastic Christmas Eve and very much looking forward to seeing you again tomorrow!!! I felt quite emotional when you spoke about being there for anyone who needed a bit of support over the festive season. You are a truly caring soul. Just to wish you a very Merry Christmas Leonora!!! Xxx
You MUST MUST MUST do a bloopers reel with you in your jaguar commercial/cut to you in the goggles. What a hoot. Just finished a day of cooking and Santa for grandkids. Your cheese cauliflower was a HIT
Good morning dear, Leonora!! I just watched this video and was so touched by it. You truly are a lovely gal for saying that this time of year can be very lonely and isolating and that it can be so hard without loved ones with us. Last night I dreamed that my late Mother came to spend a few hours with me!!!!! What a cherished dream it was, Leonora!! Anyway, it was so heart warming to see you and your family all around with love, laughter and delicious food!!
This was so lovely to read, I'm so happy your mother came for a visit and that you could enjoy it and keep it to hold on to. I treasure the dreams of my lost loved ones too. I love watching Leonora with her family, they seem so fun and genuinely very loving to each other, it reminds me of being young again.
Those real truffle shavings were worth hundreds! Wow fabulous dinner, Leo!!!❤❤❤you're looking extra beautiful these months too, Leonora....you thrive in this new role in life you've taken on. We are totally here for all your positive, exciting and glamorous vibes!!❤❤❤❤❤Happy Christmas hun to you and your family!
My mother always made a fish dinner for Christmas Eve dinner, She passed away Christmas day in 2020. Anyway, we then went to a church service at around 7pm, when we got home we would open our presents. I am German, so I believe this is a Lutheran tradition. Apparently, seeing the Royal Family has a long German history, I believe they too open their presents on Christmas Eve. I personally love opening gift after a more dressed up evening on the 24th, than the pajamas mornings of other countries. I married a Canadian, he passed away Dec, 20th, 2019, and from his side we would open them on Christmas day. I seriously got the best of both worlds. Never any discourse from parents on where to go any any certain day. From wiki; The Feast of the Seven Fishes typically consists of seven different seafood dishes. The tradition comes from Southern Italy, where it is known as The Vigil (La Vigilia). This celebration commemorates the wait, the Vigilia di Natale, for the midnight birth of the baby Jesus. The long tradition of eating seafood on Christmas Eve dates from the Roman Catholic tradition of abstaining from eating meat on the eve of a feast day.[1] As no meat or animal fat could be used on such days, observant Catholics would instead eat fish (typically fried in oil). It is unclear when or where the term "Feast of the Seven Fishes" was popularized. The first known mention is in The Philadelphia Inquirer in 1983. The meal includes seven or more fishes that are considered traditional. "Seven fishes" as a fixed concept or name is unknown in Italy. In some Italian-American families, there is no count of the number of fish dishes. A well-known dish is baccalà (salted cod fish). The custom of celebrating with a simple fish such as baccalà reflects customs in what were historically impoverished regions of Southern Italy, as well as seasonal factors. Fried smelts, calamari and other types of seafood have been incorporated into the Christmas Eve dinner over the years. The number seven may come from the seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church, or the seven hills of Rome, or some other source. There is no general agreement on its meaning.
Leonora with your message at the end of this vlog you truly showed what a beautiful heart and soul you have the emphaty for other ppl and the offer to listen if anyone felt that they needed a friend at this as you say sometimes hard time of year i have never heard anyone on youtube care so much about their followers like you Amazing Thank you ❤🥰❣
Thank you so much darling, this is very kind of you to say but I am very serious! It can such a lonely time of year and I am here for anyone who needs to talk xx
I'm here because I seen you on Josies vlog. I'm now going to binge watch your vlogmases 😅. Your house is amazing. Really enjoyed your Christmas eve vlog. Happy Christmas 🎄 from a new subscriber xxx
Watching you from Ohio. You and your mum singing was precious. So blessed to have one another. My mother and I used to sing together however she passed away at 45. Thank you for sharing❤️🎄
Leonora I love watching your vlogs. You are beautiful inside and out. Love watching your Mummy too ❤ you really are lovely. Can’t wait to see what beautiful children you and Marcus have! Merry Christmas 🥂 a glass for you and Mummy xx
You are the most generous person with your time and sharing with us everything look scrumptious. We are dealing with the most horrific war and this is such a delightful respite. Thank you again darling 🥰😍🌺
Leonora your Mom has to be so proud of you because I certainly am, as you are the perfect daughter, the dream daughter that any parent would want. Actually you remind me of myself at your age when the parents relied on me for family duties and events and I would perform leaps and bounds to never disappoint. I feel you, adore you and would crown you, if it were possible!
Love watching you and your mum in the kitchen. She is a delight! Now we know where you get your beauty and talents, not to mention your sweet personality. Have a lovely holiday!
I have throughly enjoyed watching your beautiful Vlogmas videos. The effort and thought you put into your productions is gorgeous to witness. When you get down to the nitty-gritty of the woman behind that camera (and in front of it), your genuine, sweet personality shines through. You are the most deserving person of all the beautiful blessings that have been bestowed upon you. Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family!
Leonora...thank you for each of these precious Christmas videos! Its been such a treat...especially with me catching the flu and needing extra cheer. Sending you and your family lots of love. Please squeeze the sausages for me!❤
Fabulous as usual, love seeing your mummy helping u in the kitchen, and the food u cooked looked gorgeous. Looking forward to see what u get up to tomorrow, its bound to be fab xxx
Merry Christmas. Currently recovering from eating all the goodies yesterday - our Christmas Day. Have a lovely time with all the scrumptious offerings I am sure you will have. Blessings,
Happy Christmas dear Lady, thank you so much for all your hard work and these fabulous vlogs. It is much appreciated. Love to you, Marcus and Family. Have a nice relax and enjoy yourselves 🎅😘❤️❤️❤️❤️
So glad you said what you said at the end , so many have nothing not even a roof over there head's, so I'm glad you don't forget others . Merry Christmas and Happy New year xx
Leonora, I am starting to think about Christmas 2024 and was rewatching your Christmas vlogs for inspiration. They are fantastic. Truly, some of the best Christmas content I have seen on RUclips. Would love a gift guide video this year. You are inspiring.
Just spectacular Leonora🎉 I love the chemistry between you, your beautiful mother and the oh so sweet Auntie Angie. You’ve definitely inspired me to up the ante on my table scapes; the added touches of whimsy, like the green reindeer, pulled everything together. But most of all, I LOVE your sincerity and how much you CARE. Your kind and loving message really shows such depth of character, how well you’ve been brought up and how truly loving you are. Merry Christmas Leonora, you are a precious diamond. You’ve inspired me to be oh so grateful for this wonderful life🌹❤️
This was so beautiful. I am watching it Christmas Day and alone today, family passed and others off out of the city, so I thank you for making my Christmas wonderful with you’re happy spirit. Merry Christmas to you, Marcus and you wonderful family and the best to you all in 2024. Nice to see happiness in the world and spreading your cheerfulness to others. I have been a subscriber for a very long time.
You put so much effort into your vlogs Leonora. Loving your mum's input as well. You are definitely a chip off the old block. Happy Christmas. Lovely watch. Xx
O leonara, you are a beautiful woman, beautiful cook, a beautiful being , love you honesty on things. I have enjoyed watching you throughout the festive season ❤
Leonora...this was a charming video of your Christmas Eve prep. You have a wonderful mother. She is beautiful and you are lucky to be so close. Have the Merriest Christmas and thank you for sharing!
What a beautiful table! Love the writing paper. I must tell you, Charlie and Josie got the same gift from Holland Cooper! They must pass these out to all there special people! Very nice! Merry Christmas sweetie and to Mark and the sausage babies!!!❤❄🙏🎄♥️
OMG Leonora, the restaurant you ate at, I was there in June when I was staying in London. It was soooo good. A friend of mine works at the German Embassy and he was taking the German Ambassador to the Carlton Hotel. I was in London, from the US, and he said to meet him for dinner and that is the restaurant where we ended up. So fun to see it here and it’s connection to you.
Brava! Leonora! You have worked tirelessly all month to produce the very best quality Vlogmas. You have a sober respect for your viewership, which is particularly displayed in your Vlogmas introduction film. Thank you! Your excellent Mummy and yourself on belting Bleak MidWinter has had me giggling with every remembrance. Giggles also when Marc suggested shopping your Christmas gift when YOU were near to Cartier, Barbados! The simple and natural things proliferate your vlogs in a most heartwarming fashion. Vicariously living your lifestyle is a most lovely pastime. Thank you for acknowledging others this season. Do not worry about reaching a million subscribers. You are skyrocketing toward that trajectory.
Woo hoo so happy you’re going to vlog on Christmas Day. I loved this one, nobody rocks swimming goggles like Leonora, made me lol again. The food looked so rich and scrumptious. The florals around the house are just spectacular, especially the large mantle in the kitchen. Just loved everything about this vlog. You’re certainly a special lady with many talents. ❤
I adored this - such a funny moment when you had your goggles on chopping the onions and this is why I love ❤️ you. Merry Christmas 🎅🏼 and a Happy New Year to you 🎉
LEONORA!!! MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE CHRISTMAS VIDEO EVER!!!! THE LOVE OF FAMILY..THE LUXURY BUT HUMBLE EXPERIENCE!!!! OVER THE MOON!! Can't wait for big day video❤❤❤
I'm solo with covid this year... I confess, I had been feeling a bit left out but your sharing of your lovely celebration felt nearly as good as being there. Thank you for including those of us who find ourselves without our normal family celebrations. Merry Christmas!
Great family channel. Your show/documentary of Mrs. Leonora Smee & Mr. Markus Smee is so interesting & spectacular . Can't wait to see future videos with your children included in these holiday festivities. We see a tremendous growth for your channel & all your social media platforms. You both are the rising stars of the social media world. Merry Christmas from USA * Sally & Alexander & Australian Parakeets Stars
You are just the sweetest to offer people to message you if they are struggling over Christmas… I’m just so blown away it’s made me love you even more as your empathy for others is truly remarkable… I wish you mark and your lovely family a wonderful 2024 💕
My goggles are in pride of place on my juicer for the same job😊 They defend so well against white onion vapours,sizzling oven roasts and burnt toast😄☃️👏🏼✨
You and your mother are a joy to watch. Your home is amazing. I learnt from my mother to grate the onion. You have the flavour not the crunchiness .Merry Christmas to you and your family. I lost my husband to cancer in 2020. He use to love decorate the tree at Christmas. Thank you so much for your feelings for people x
You are a radiant angel and the joyful loving energy you share is such an amazing gift! Much more I could say... but just know how wonderful and appreciated you are Lenora! 😇☀❤
Leonora, what a beautiful table scape. I don't know how you do all this. Hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday! Blessings to you all. You make everything so special. Love watching your videos.
Merry Christmas Leonora you and your mummy have a wonderful chemistry together. Thank you for sharing your family and your home . You are fabulous and so talented in so many things. I am so looking forward to 2024 with you and what you achieve. Your mummy is wonderful and so sweet we need to see more of her . You should have one million followers the work you put in her to this channel is phenomenal ❤❤❤
Merry Christmas Leonora! Thank you so much for all your beautiful content, and now with Vlogmas I got the feeling of knowing you better as a person. What a joy and inspiration! My December has not been what I had hoped for, however watching your content, beautiful preparation and joy of life has not only been a source of comfort but also a great motivation me to turn the page and do things differently in 2024. Many thanks and can’t wait to see your Christmas day! ❤ 🎄🎅🏻🎁
I love this family...very privileged and down to earth- they would be fun to meet at a party...it's refreshing to see online where folks are trying to look privileged and come across aloof...Well done Leonora the singing was a bonus❤😂🎉😂
Hi, this channel just popped up and I've been hooked since this morning OMG what a beautiful life and such a close knit family. Can I ask if she lives with her parents or she lives in their house as they are now abroad or that is her home and her husband's?
An influencer who reaches out to people with empathy. Pretty amazing and caring, Very special indeed
You are so right. She is the only influencer who answered my dm’s. She has soo much empathy and really cares. 😍
So good to see a young woman today in tuned with down to earth life,no matter privileged or not ,you are a great example to others,it’s all about family and good friends ,thank you🙏🏽💖🤠
Leonora, where do I begin...firstly if anyone deserves 1m subscribers its has to be you...secondly and more importantly, what a lovely young lady you are...attractive, funny, vivacious, humble, grateful...i could on...Merry Christmas Leonora and thank you.
You are so lovely Leonora darling, never change, we all adore you. ❤❤❤
Leo this has to be the sweetest vlog ever. Your content was superb as always but to say that you are there for us ( and I really felt that you meant it) -,along with offering your contacts for a time when they may be needed, this left me in tears. If you’ve ever wondered what sets you apart on RUclips or in life in general, it’s that - that right there - your huge heart. Love you lots 💕💕💕💕
THIS TABLE SCAPE IS SO COZY AND SPEAKS CHRISTMAS FILLED WITH LOVE ❤❤❤❤❤
This girl deserves more reviews
Oh my my precious Lenora!! You’re so beautiful! I’m 65 I used to be beautiful. I love watching you. I used to have everything but I divorced my husband and he took everything away from me. He was very jealous and hurtful. I’m ok now. I have my 2 daughters who love me and 2 grandsons who adore me. What else do I need in life? Good luck
You are still beautiful and you are absolutely right as the love of your daughters and grandchildren is priceless ❤❤. Hope you had a great Christmas.
I am seeing your photograph and you’re gorgeous. Please don’t downplay your very own beauty too Leonora’s.
Merry Christmas 🎄
You still look very beautiful ❤ so sorry you have had such a tough time xx
I have not seen your photo but please be proud of who you are. You have put two valuable members of society on this earth not including yourself. Iexpect you are beautiful and strong Best wishes for 2024 xxxx
I was about to say the exact same thing, you still are beautiful ❤
Oh, you hit 28k subscribers! So well deserved. Vlogmas has been a a Tour de Force. Thank you so much for sharing your life and family with us. Xx
I hope you've had the most gorgeous day, squeezed your parents tight and took lots of pictures. The good thing about RUclips Leo is you'll have memories for all the years to come 🎄❤️🎀😘😘😘😘
.............and we are all Blessed for having YOU!!!! 🥰
Ohhh my gosh you killed me with the onion glass protector! You’re so much fun!! Ahaha 😂
The newly crowned Christmas Queen!!!❤
Watching this on Boxing Day here in Australia 🇦🇺
Enjoying your Christmas preparations etc now looking forward to your Christmas Day
Happy Christmas 🎄🎅🏻🦜
Me too, she is so adorable. Merry Christmas 🇦🇺
The fireplace is to die for. I quickly ran outside the first time I saw it and shamelessly tried to to copy it. Turned out fantastic,
Merry Christmas Leonora, you are the most kind and caring vlogger all while showing grace, elegance and sharing fun moments in your life. You definitely win RUclipsr of the year 🎉And thank you for sharing Christmas day with us, what a lovely surprise- I will really look forward to it!
What a joyful vlog! I love seeing you and your mum celebrate together as you make the festive preparations! The spontaneous singing was my favorite... especially with the unexpected added baritone popping in! 🥰 Everything looks so beautiful... and delicious! The florals are stunning! Filling out the punch bowl arrangement in the dining room with additional roses was brilliant! I particularly like the touches of amaryllis throughout the house tying everything together! I love that everything is done with so much love, care and attention to detail! You have done a spectacular job creating a gorgeous Christmas! Thank you so much for letting us tag along! It has been a complete and utter joy! What an unexpected surprise to learn we will see you again tomorrow! I can hardly wait to see all the fun! Wishing you and your entire family and special friends a very Merry Christmas! ❤️🎄❤️
Loved the goggles for the onion chopping😂 so creative ❤
Leonora is the queen of Christmas 🎄 😍 ❤️
Thank you for acknowledging people that are lonely or struggling during this time. Love You So Much.💕💕💕
This has been a lovely vlogmas. I enjoy seeing the love and happiness in this family. ❤❤❤
Leonora: "He's the Brad Pitt of the sausage dog world" 🤣
You are the most down to earth posh person I have ever seen ❤ you are such a beautiful soul inside and out ❤️ i love Mark and your mummy 🤗i really enjoying your channel and everything you do💗the sausages are adorable 😍 you are just stunning 💕i have watched your into so many times. It is just amazing 🤩 it always brings a tear to my eye. Congrats on having such a fantastic channel xx
Hahahahahaha. I absolutely love the singing. THE mother and daughter team. What fun!
My husband who is American never ate fish pie until I first made it. At first he was dubious, to state the least, but he absolutely adores it. I made it for a family gathering and since his family enjoys seafood my hope was that they would enjoy it. Ever since then they have requested me to bring it for family gatherings. Thank you for hosting such a beautiful, exquisite Vlogmas Leonora. Every part of it was a most wonderful adventure and a beautiful insight into your life and that of your family. May I wish both you and Marcus all the best of everything for the coming New Year. Merry Christmas everyone, Peace and Blessings in abundance to all.
I love your hostess skills, I admire all the traditions that your mum has shown you and that you accepted it all with open arms is a credit to you, it shows in the vlogs that you genuinely love to cook, create and host. Thankyou for sharing and inspiring me to switch up a notch my tablescaping.
Leonora hou and your mum should do a cooking Video together you’re absolutely a hoot together in the kitchen and shopping 😜. Love the swimming goggles for cutting the onions brilliant 🤣
💯agree 😂
Hello from California. Spectacular intro for vlogmas, Mrs. Leonora Camilla Madeleine Smee & Mr. Markus Smee. Terrific names. Thanks so very much for filming & hosting an excellent channel showcasing the best of British & the best of England. We do appreciate these epic festive daily vlogs from England. You are both a perfect match. Lovely British couple. Lovely family. Inspirational. Great contents for youtube. Happy Christmas from USA * Sally & Alexander & Australian Parakeets Stars
Such a magical and special Vlogmas this month, Leonora. What an amazing young woman you are. Your family is so blessed to have you in their lives, and we are blessed that you are sharing it all with us. Thank you :-) Wishing you, your husband, parents and whole family a merry Christmas and happy and healthy new year. Hugs from Florida ~Janis
Karen’s monologue to camera while you’re trying to squeeze the angel onto the tree is absolutely priceless 😂 #angelgate ❤️
Thank you for acknowledging people less fortunate than yourself, many of us are lonely and aging. Bless you Leonora.
Oh Leonora everywhere looks stunning & so beautifully festive 🎄 You & your Mother are the most sparking glamorous ladies, the crème de la crème together ☺️ Your kind words thinking about others came from the heart ❤️ Christmas Eve looks magnificent .. I can’t wait to see what Christmas Day brings .. 🎄🥰🎁🐾🐾🐾🐾❤️
Dear Leonora, thank you for inviting us to your family Christmas preparations which are sumptuous and fabulous. Wishing you and your family and darling pups a Merry Christmas and best wishes for the new year. Vlogmas has been a never ending delight and you are utterly charming and generous to everyone xx
What a fantastic Christmas Eve and very much looking forward to seeing you again tomorrow!!!
I felt quite emotional when you spoke about being there for anyone who needed a bit of support over the festive season. You are a truly caring soul. Just to wish you a very Merry Christmas Leonora!!! Xxx
Thank you for sharing your lovely life best wishes to you and all your family for 2024 xxxx
You MUST MUST MUST do a bloopers reel with you in your jaguar commercial/cut to you in the goggles. What a hoot. Just finished a day of cooking and Santa for grandkids. Your cheese cauliflower was a HIT
Good morning dear, Leonora!! I just watched this video and was so touched by it. You truly are a lovely gal for saying that this time of year can be very lonely and isolating and that it can be so hard without loved ones with us. Last night I dreamed that my late Mother came to spend a few hours with me!!!!! What a cherished dream it was, Leonora!! Anyway, it was so heart warming to see you and your family all around with love, laughter and delicious food!!
This was so lovely to read, I'm so happy your mother came for a visit and that you could enjoy it and keep it to hold on to. I treasure the dreams of my lost loved ones too. I love watching Leonora with her family, they seem so fun and genuinely very loving to each other, it reminds me of being young again.
Thank you so so much!! Wow, what an incredible dream 🤍
For all that you have leonora the only thing i envy is that you still have your mum and dad treasure them above everything else❤❤
Those real truffle shavings were worth hundreds! Wow fabulous dinner, Leo!!!❤❤❤you're looking extra beautiful these months too, Leonora....you thrive in this new role in life you've taken on. We are totally here for all your positive, exciting and glamorous vibes!!❤❤❤❤❤Happy Christmas hun to you and your family!
My mother always made a fish dinner for Christmas Eve dinner, She passed away Christmas day in 2020. Anyway, we then went to a church service at around 7pm, when we got home we would open our presents. I am German, so I believe this is a Lutheran tradition. Apparently, seeing the Royal Family has a long German history, I believe they too open their presents on Christmas Eve. I personally love opening gift after a more dressed up evening on the 24th, than the pajamas mornings of other countries. I married a Canadian, he passed away Dec, 20th, 2019, and from his side we would open them on Christmas day. I seriously got the best of both worlds. Never any discourse from parents on where to go any any certain day.
From wiki;
The Feast of the Seven Fishes typically consists of seven different seafood dishes. The tradition comes from Southern Italy, where it is known as The Vigil (La Vigilia). This celebration commemorates the wait, the Vigilia di Natale, for the midnight birth of the baby Jesus. The long tradition of eating seafood on Christmas Eve dates from the Roman Catholic tradition of abstaining from eating meat on the eve of a feast day.[1] As no meat or animal fat could be used on such days, observant Catholics would instead eat fish (typically fried in oil). It is unclear when or where the term "Feast of the Seven Fishes" was popularized. The first known mention is in The Philadelphia Inquirer in 1983.
The meal includes seven or more fishes that are considered traditional. "Seven fishes" as a fixed concept or name is unknown in Italy. In some Italian-American families, there is no count of the number of fish dishes. A well-known dish is baccalà (salted cod fish). The custom of celebrating with a simple fish such as baccalà reflects customs in what were historically impoverished regions of Southern Italy, as well as seasonal factors. Fried smelts, calamari and other types of seafood have been incorporated into the Christmas Eve dinner over the years.
The number seven may come from the seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church, or the seven hills of Rome, or some other source. There is no general agreement on its meaning.
Leonora with your message at the end of this vlog you truly showed what a beautiful heart and soul you have the emphaty for other ppl and the offer to listen if anyone felt that they needed a friend at this as you say sometimes hard time of year i have never heard anyone on youtube care so much about their followers like you Amazing Thank you ❤🥰❣
Thank you so much darling, this is very kind of you to say but I am very serious! It can such a lonely time of year and I am here for anyone who needs to talk xx
I'm here because I seen you on Josies vlog. I'm now going to binge watch your vlogmases 😅. Your house is amazing. Really enjoyed your Christmas eve vlog. Happy Christmas 🎄 from a new subscriber xxx
love the church pews; what an exquisite yet quaint addition to your home scape🌷
Watching you from Ohio. You and your mum singing was precious. So blessed to have one another. My mother and I used to sing together however she passed away at 45. Thank you for sharing❤️🎄
Leonora I love watching your vlogs. You are beautiful inside and out. Love watching your Mummy too ❤ you really are lovely. Can’t wait to see what beautiful children you and Marcus have! Merry Christmas 🥂 a glass for you and Mummy xx
I loved vlogmas ❤ I will miss seeing you everyday it's been so joyful 😊
You are the most generous person with your time and sharing with us everything look scrumptious. We are dealing with the most horrific war and this is such a delightful respite. Thank you again darling 🥰😍🌺
Leonora your Mom has to be so proud of you because I certainly am, as you are the perfect daughter, the dream daughter that any parent would want. Actually you remind me of myself at your age when the parents relied on me for family duties and events and I would perform leaps and bounds to never disappoint. I feel you, adore you and would crown you, if it were possible!
Love watching you and your mum in the kitchen. She is a delight! Now we know where you get your beauty and talents, not to mention your sweet personality. Have a lovely holiday!
Wonderful 💕🎄
You are just the kindest lady x
Wishing you continued success x
Thank you for sharing your lovely family x
lol you’re such a hoot, I love it!!
I have throughly enjoyed watching your beautiful Vlogmas videos. The effort and thought you put into your productions is gorgeous to witness. When you get down to the nitty-gritty of the woman behind that camera (and in front of it), your genuine, sweet personality shines through. You are the most deserving person of all the beautiful blessings that have been bestowed upon you. Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family!
Leonora...thank you for each of these precious Christmas videos! Its been such a treat...especially with me catching the flu and needing extra cheer. Sending you and your family lots of love. Please squeeze the sausages for me!❤
Fabulous as usual, love seeing your mummy helping u in the kitchen, and the food u cooked looked gorgeous. Looking forward to see what u get up to tomorrow, its bound to be fab xxx
Im so exited about Christmas 2024 Leonora does the best Xmas blogs 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
Thank you so much my darling! xx
Wishing you, Markus, your sausages and your lovely family a Very Merry Christmas and much Happiness, Good Health and Prosperity in 2024,
Merry Christmas. Currently recovering from eating all the goodies yesterday - our Christmas Day. Have a lovely time with all the scrumptious offerings I am sure you will have. Blessings,
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving me so much joy this year. You will never know how much your vlogs have brightened up my life ❤xxx
Happy Christmas dear Lady, thank you so much for all your hard work and these fabulous vlogs. It is much appreciated. Love to you, Marcus and Family. Have a nice relax and enjoy yourselves 🎅😘❤️❤️❤️❤️
So glad you said what you said at the end , so many have nothing not even a roof over there head's, so I'm glad you don't forget others . Merry Christmas and Happy New year xx
Thank you for sharing your wonderful festive holiday 🎄🇺🇸💕
Leonora, I am starting to think about Christmas 2024 and was rewatching your Christmas vlogs for inspiration. They are fantastic. Truly, some of the best Christmas content I have seen on RUclips. Would love a gift guide video this year. You are inspiring.
Yes, will most certainly be doing a gift guide video this year! 🤍🤍🤍
Just spectacular Leonora🎉 I love the chemistry between you, your beautiful mother and the oh so sweet Auntie Angie. You’ve definitely inspired me to up the ante on my table scapes; the added touches of whimsy, like the green reindeer, pulled everything together. But most of all, I LOVE your sincerity and how much you CARE. Your kind and loving message really shows such depth of character, how well you’ve been brought up and how truly loving you are. Merry Christmas Leonora, you are a precious diamond. You’ve inspired me to be oh so grateful for this wonderful life🌹❤️
This was so beautiful. I am watching it Christmas Day and alone today, family passed and others off out of the city, so I thank you for making my Christmas wonderful with you’re happy spirit. Merry Christmas to you, Marcus and you wonderful family and the best to you all in 2024. Nice to see happiness in the world and spreading your cheerfulness to others. I have been a subscriber for a very long time.
Merry Christmas, Darlene! Love from Tampa
Merry Christmas to you and your family!
You and your mum are just hilarious in the nicest way! Wish you all a wonderful festive season :) Claire xx
You put so much effort into your vlogs Leonora. Loving your mum's input as well. You are definitely a chip off the old block. Happy Christmas. Lovely watch. Xx
O leonara, you are a beautiful woman, beautiful cook, a beautiful being , love you honesty on things. I have enjoyed watching you throughout the festive season ❤
Many thanks Leo for a wonderful vlogmas ❤I know it’s extremely busy time of year but wonderful of you to share it. ❤.
Leonora...this was a charming video of your Christmas Eve prep. You have a wonderful mother. She is beautiful and you are lucky to be so close. Have the Merriest Christmas and thank you for sharing!
Merry, Merry Christmas Dearest. You've made RUclips history with the most beautiful vlogmas ever. You're such a joy!
What a beautiful table! Love the writing paper. I must tell you, Charlie and Josie got the same gift from Holland Cooper! They must pass these out to all there special people! Very nice!
Merry Christmas sweetie and to Mark and the sausage babies!!!❤❄🙏🎄♥️
Merry Christmas Leonora and to your lovely and beautiful family ❤️
46:14 your mum takes mac and cheese to a new level of posh 😮😊 absolutely loved your hilarious commentary whilst you and mum were a bit inebriated…😂❤
OMG Leonora, the restaurant you ate at, I was there in June when I was staying in
London. It was soooo good. A friend of mine works at the German Embassy and he was taking the German Ambassador to the Carlton Hotel. I was in London, from the US, and he said to meet him for dinner and that is the restaurant where we ended up. So fun to see it here and it’s connection to you.
You are so kind empathetic and real . Thankyou for reaching out to people who are struggling xxxx
Can I suggest that mother needs to consider doing a cook book. Have a great Christmas. It is boxing day here today
Scrumdiliocous Christmas Eve Vlog.. Enjoyed every one... Looking forward to Christmas Day with Leonora & her lovely family.! ❤
Brava! Leonora! You have worked tirelessly all month to produce the very best quality Vlogmas. You have a sober respect for your viewership, which is particularly displayed in your Vlogmas introduction film. Thank you! Your excellent Mummy and yourself on belting Bleak MidWinter has had me giggling with every remembrance. Giggles also when Marc suggested shopping your Christmas gift when YOU were near to Cartier, Barbados! The simple and natural things proliferate your vlogs in a most heartwarming fashion. Vicariously living your lifestyle is a most lovely pastime. Thank you for acknowledging others this season. Do not worry about reaching a million subscribers. You are skyrocketing toward that trajectory.
Woo hoo so happy you’re going to vlog on Christmas Day. I loved this one, nobody rocks swimming goggles like Leonora, made me lol again. The food looked so rich and scrumptious. The florals around the house are just spectacular, especially the large mantle in the kitchen. Just loved everything about this vlog. You’re certainly a special lady with many talents. ❤
Absolutely fabulous ❤
I adored this - such a funny moment when you had your goggles on chopping the onions and this is why I love ❤️ you. Merry Christmas 🎅🏼 and a Happy New Year to you 🎉
LEONORA!!! MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE CHRISTMAS VIDEO EVER!!!! THE LOVE OF FAMILY..THE LUXURY BUT HUMBLE EXPERIENCE!!!! OVER THE MOON!! Can't wait for big day video❤❤❤
Merry Christmas from Laredo Texas! Thank you for sharing such beautiful stories.
I'm solo with covid this year... I confess, I had been feeling a bit left out but your sharing of your lovely celebration felt nearly as good as being there. Thank you for including those of us who find ourselves without our normal family celebrations. Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas Teresa! Love, from Tampa ❤
Merry Christmas!!@@missybelmont9830
Merry Christmas Leonora, Marc, and your whole family! I adore watching all of you. You make me laugh, cry, and sing along with you 🥰
Everything looks so beautiful and the tables are truly amazing. Happy Christmas!
Oh, your mom is just wonderful! I would love to see her have her own vlog channel!
Great family channel. Your show/documentary of Mrs. Leonora Smee & Mr. Markus Smee is so interesting & spectacular . Can't wait to see future videos with your children included in these holiday festivities. We see a tremendous growth for your channel & all your social media platforms. You both are the rising stars of the social media world. Merry Christmas from USA * Sally & Alexander & Australian Parakeets Stars
You are just the sweetest to offer people to message you if they are struggling over Christmas… I’m just so blown away it’s made me love you even more as your empathy for others is truly remarkable… I wish you mark and your lovely family a wonderful 2024 💕
Thank you so much darling ❤️
My goggles are in pride of place on my juicer for the same job😊 They defend so well against white onion vapours,sizzling oven roasts and burnt toast😄☃️👏🏼✨
You and your mother are a joy to watch. Your home is amazing. I learnt from my mother to grate the onion. You have the flavour not the crunchiness .Merry Christmas to you and your family. I lost my husband to cancer in 2020. He use to love decorate the tree at Christmas. Thank you so much for your feelings for people x
Marry Christmas 🎄 House decor is a masterpiece ✨
Absolutely beautiful ! 🥂
You are a radiant angel and the joyful loving energy you share is such an amazing gift! Much more I could say... but just know how wonderful and appreciated you are Lenora! 😇☀❤
Leonora, what a beautiful table scape. I don't know how you do all this. Hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday! Blessings to you all. You make everything so special. Love watching your videos.
Thank you for sharing your lovely family Christmas!
Merry Christmas Leonora you and your mummy have a wonderful chemistry together. Thank you for sharing your family and your home . You are fabulous and so talented in so many things. I am so looking forward to 2024 with you and what you achieve. Your mummy is wonderful and so sweet we need to see more of her . You should have one million followers the work you put in her to this channel is phenomenal ❤❤❤
Merry Christmas Leonora! Thank you so much for all your beautiful content, and now with Vlogmas I got the feeling of knowing you better as a person. What a joy and inspiration! My December has not been what I had hoped for, however watching your content, beautiful preparation and joy of life has not only been a source of comfort but also a great motivation me to turn the page and do things differently in 2024. Many thanks and can’t wait to see your Christmas day! ❤ 🎄🎅🏻🎁