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  • Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
  • Join us on our adventure to Lyme Regis, where all our plans go up in smoke. 🐟🔥
    We share our struggles with the unpredictable British weather, and how we managed to create the perfect video with the help of our trusty iPhone. 📱☀️
    I explain why filming on an iPhone gives your content an authentic touch and learn some tips on capturing stunning low angle photos. 📸
    We also get personal about our RUclips channel's journey, and how we fought to turn it around after 5 long years. Plus, you can have a little sneak peak of my new novel. 📖✍️
    Huge love to Ninja for sponsoring this weeks video.
    Honestly we couldn't recommend them enough: ninjakitchen.c...

Комментарии • 147

  • @Wonkyspunk
    @Wonkyspunk Год назад +154

    I’ve been following since Hannah was pregnant with G and it’s always shocked me that this RUclips channel doesn’t have millions with all the effort you put in, the beauty, the vulnerability, and just how much like home you all feel. I’m 30 now and still hoping that my life turns out to be even a glimpse like yours.

  • @theyorkefan
    @theyorkefan Год назад +77

    Please please don’t quit. I have watched you guys for many years. I remember when you used to upload every Sunday, it was my favourite part of my Sundays. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @TheMichalaks
    @TheMichalaks  Год назад +39

    Hey guys, this video was supposed to go up on Sunday (I think my fat dad fingers must have selected the wrong day when I scheduled it, oh well) - btw the book at the end is actually just something I made up on the train to London. I was going to read out an extract of my actual serious book but then I thought it would be way funnier if I wrote something absolutely terrible and as a joke and pretended that was a bit of my new book. The problem is I loved writing the terrible version more than the serious one and now I want to continue with the story of Steven. Anyway, i love you all and thanks for being here. Xxx

    • @miamirabel
      @miamirabel Год назад

      Please continue, he sounds like a nice enough prat, the story clearly has more to it. ❤

    • @monichatully144
      @monichatully144 Год назад

      Please do!

    • @lora1420
      @lora1420 Год назад +1

      😂😂 Oh dear, its the things that you say, like this, that just make me love you guys so much 😂 so glad you've decided to keep up the good fight, your videographer and editing skills are in their own league 👌 it must be so so odd to read a comment from a stranger that after 10 years, feels like you're a friend of sorts! But that's just how it is when we go through life with you on the other side of the screen

    • @tash7033
      @tash7033 Год назад +1

      Is it bad that I didn't blink an eyelid? 🤣I actually really enjoyed the "terrible" version 🤣

    • @happykarmaman34
      @happykarmaman34 Год назад +1

      Haha I thought it was epic, made me laugh out loud 👍

  • @harryvose6675
    @harryvose6675 Год назад +28

    I cannot for the life of me understand why your numbers don't go through the roof. The creativity, the effort, and the story telling are absolutely first class. Quality such as yours will always win in the end. Please, never give up.

  • @barbara.c.almeida
    @barbara.c.almeida Год назад +42

    I've been here (mostly as a silent viewer) for the last TEN years!! I was a teenager when I subscribed and am now in my mid-twenties. It's mindblowing how long I've watched your videos... To witness everything you've gone through is a real privilege and I'm so glad you keep fighting for the channel. Lots of love from Portugal! x

  • @hannahmerchant7268
    @hannahmerchant7268 Год назад +19

    You guys have been some of my favourite RUclipsrs for the since Hannah Mags was a solo channel. You put out quality content consistently. Honestly it shocks me that you’ve been declining cause ya’ll are so dedicated. Anyway. I hope the algorithm gods lean ever in your favour. And I will be here watching until the bitter end. Thank you for being you ❤

  • @VictoriaMagrath
    @VictoriaMagrath Год назад +7

    Watched this yday and forgot to comment so I’ve come back a day later. I still watch your vlogs every week, and have done for the last 7 or more years. Still my favourite video creative and love how you guys tell a story so beautifully! I only wish more people would keep discovering you xx

    • @TheMichalaks
      @TheMichalaks  Год назад +1

      You’ve always been such a huge supporter Victoria & we truly appreciate that, we miss you guys x

  • @sandysutube63
    @sandysutube63 Год назад +16

    I will always stick around with you lovely people!♥️🌌

  • @carlaworden6566
    @carlaworden6566 Год назад

    So funny Steph !! And then you made me cry, talking about riding your boys to school, makes me happy!!

  • @caitlincordner5560
    @caitlincordner5560 Год назад +1

    I've been following since Rufus was a newborn! I've always loved your channel. It's like a piece of art! ❤

  • @chloehulse597
    @chloehulse597 Год назад +3

    I’ve been watching your channel since I was 13/14, and I’m now 23. This channel has been a big part of my life, and especially when you’d upload videos every Sunday ~ my routine would be to watch the video and nobody could talk to me whilst I watched. It’s been an incredible privilege to watch your family (almost) since the channel began ~ I love what you do !

  • @Notnina
    @Notnina Год назад +5

    Silent watcher here. I could write a novel about how great I think you all are but I'll just suffice it to say I've been watching since 2014 and am glad I'm still around. Really loved the last few weeks and this video. 🖤

  • @rhiannonjones1682
    @rhiannonjones1682 Год назад

    Absolutely brilliant snippet of the novel Steph, laughed out loud a lot. A true masterpiece.

  • @chriswadsworth8558
    @chriswadsworth8558 Год назад +2

    Have enjoyed your channel since before G was born. The difference between you and pretty much every other vlogger is that you are real, and have integrity. That’s special. Don’t ever change.

  • @NinaGrkovic
    @NinaGrkovic Год назад +1

    I've been a subscriber for many years and I still enjoy your videos, your sense of humor and all of the effort you put in these episodes.

  • @AutismTwinsUs
    @AutismTwinsUs Год назад +5

    I’m so pleased you’ve given it another go, regardless of your numbers it would be criminal to just throw away all the years of hard work for numbers! Amazing content and family ❤

  • @paulineballam5945
    @paulineballam5945 Год назад +2

    🎉🎉so pleased you gained more subscribers.. you deserve millions!! I’ve been watching for years and have loved every one of your short films … it’s my secret weekend treat ( with chocolate) .. love to you all .. Pauline xxxx

  • @LisetteHenry
    @LisetteHenry Год назад +2

    Have also been here since before squeaky G was born. Loving how your videos have gone more back towards the old school style - it’s such a nice contrast from the short form content on newer platforms. Loving the fresh content ❤

  • @karolinasam227
    @karolinasam227 Год назад +3

    I have always wondered why your channel doesn’t have millions of subscribers. The wit and artistry behind each and every video is unmatched. I truly love the subtle and not so subtle sarcasm from time to time - maybe you guys are just too smart for general audience? 😂 (I know - I just basically gave myself a compliment 🤣)
    Wishing you massive amounts of subscribers every week! 🤞🏻❤

  • @Leah91__
    @Leah91__ Год назад

    Ive been subbed since before squeaky G was even born. I used to religiously watch you guys. Only just come back to watching you again. Been so nice!

  • @avagreenall4671
    @avagreenall4671 Год назад +3

    I'm actually one of your brand new viewers. Although I dont have the benefit of knowing you guys over the last decade, I'm definitely sensing a feeling of restlessness and a fresh yearning for purpose. I spent my 30s desperately doing the same. I'd raised my family, career, relationships and friendships and still felt that there was a central part of 'me' missing. An incredibly insightful acquaintance pointed out that I was the epitome of a tourtured artist - I had played the violin since childhood and music my passion, but had always compartmentalised that part of my life. So I let go and realised my purpose was this wonderful gift the universe had given me. I've been a musician since birth, and have had the honour of being a full time all consuming violinist for the last decade. It's been bloody hard work too, but I'm finally at peace. I truly, and sincerely hope you find yours too. Namaste 🙏

  • @harrietday8822
    @harrietday8822 Год назад

    I will never not watch this channel - it's the most authentic content going and a serious breath of fresh air in a society that idolises perfection and the 'instagram life'. I'm so glad the spiral ended for a time to show you that it's worth sticking around. The people who love your content truly love it

  • @Katykoo95
    @Katykoo95 Год назад +1

    There’s a bar in Sydney, Australia called opera bar and they have dogs called the “seagull patrol” to scare all the seagulls away so people’s food doesn’t get stolen 😂

  • @emimcknight6080
    @emimcknight6080 Год назад +1

    Have always and will always love your videos, please never stop guys!

  • @EilidhWells
    @EilidhWells Год назад +1

    Love the mix of relatable vlog style and cinematic! I had fallen away from watching and uploading to RUclips over the last few years but something made me watch your vlog and I remember how much I used to enjoy the weekly vlog!xx

  • @louisemccarthy3375
    @louisemccarthy3375 Год назад +2

    I have been watching since G was just a little baby in your London flat & never missed a video since!
    You guys deserve way more followers than you already have! The quirkiness, high quality, well thought out videos do deserve much bigger following !

  • @HarrietMurray
    @HarrietMurray Год назад +1

    I've watched you since Grayson was born and you'll forever be one of my favourite families. I hope you don't lose the passion. You're very talented Stef! ❤❤❤

  • @medusa2234
    @medusa2234 Год назад +5

    Here since Hannahs first pregnancy🌌 I was 19 now 29! Crazy... I really hope to have a family like you one day.

  • @christine5733
    @christine5733 Год назад +2

    Been following y’all since 2014 and watching ever since. Always rooting for you both and your family 🫶🏼 congrats on the first up and out of the spiral! Here’s to many more.

  • @TheCortniMichelle
    @TheCortniMichelle Год назад +1

    I love this channel so much and always recommend it to anyone looking for vloggers to watch! The quality, storytelling, and personality are impeccable. I really hope you guys can keep making videos!

  • @janearothfeld
    @janearothfeld Год назад

    Just found your channel. So much I could say (philosophical). Our life pulled the rug slowly in 2019, then quickly in summer 2020 and then it was "go" time.
    To me all of life is a conversation between the soul and the human self, so the rug pull was initiated by the/each soul.
    That being said, we shifted every molecule of our life & are living off grid & our dreams of even having some form of septic remain unrealized - of course we would have to truck in the water to use it- so we're using a composting toilet so believe me I get how challenging the nitty gritty can be.
    Yes, you two have the challenge of children, but my husband and I have the challenge of about a million years on you!😅
    Keep doing what you're doing: take cues from situation & intution; take action; manage the hell out of the stress of it all..constantly. Constantly.
    All is well- but the future, sometimes of even the next 10 minutes- can be unclear, unknown & that stresses the mind. You're doing great! ❤

  • @RealInfamoose
    @RealInfamoose Год назад +7

    So long as you're here creating and putting out content, I'll be here to watch and enjoy them. Trying to navigate "what to do next" after being financially self sufficient in the digital world is honestly one of the scariest / confusing things, I'm currently in that boat myself, but I know you guys will figure it out in no time. Good luck in Italy, I'd leave this country in a heartbeat if I could, just waiting for my wife to get on board. Happy wife happy life🙃.

  • @indyblue6741
    @indyblue6741 Год назад +2

    I love this channel, your content is endlessly beautiful and real. Have been watching since G was a baby and it always brings me a nostalgic comfort. So happy there's still content like this on this platform.

  • @MonsterAtedMyBrainz
    @MonsterAtedMyBrainz Год назад +1

    I’ve been watching for the best part of 10 years and you guys are still my faves. I hope you never stop putting out videos! ❤️ Thank you for the novel sneak peek 😂🤩

  • @heatherfranco5810
    @heatherfranco5810 Год назад

    Haha, love the story at the end….keep at it! 😂❤ I’ve been on and off watching for many years due to personal reasons but I’m always so happy when I come back. 🙂

  • @carolinepagett4236
    @carolinepagett4236 Год назад

    Please don’t give up ,!!!❤ watched you all since you were in the flat in London love you all xx❤

  • @annacarrington1111
    @annacarrington1111 Год назад

    it's such a shame that you've been in a spiral since producing some of the best and most authentic content that's out there. I have never commented ever but please don't stop!!

  • @cristinagarciacalvomurga4665
    @cristinagarciacalvomurga4665 10 месяцев назад

    Hilarious and entertaining! Best, Darren Angelo, 34 years in Spain, born and raised in Los Angeles

  • @MariaMedeiros
    @MariaMedeiros Год назад

    incredible as always! brilliant and I truly wish your channel all the best. You all deserve the very best!

  • @uzog4423
    @uzog4423 2 месяца назад

    I wish the uk would just have sunny weather more consistently. It would be the best place in the world.

  • @ploom619
    @ploom619 Год назад +8

    Wow, I had stopped watching awhile back. I'm not really sure why but I've watched the last few videos you guys have put out and they're soooo good!! Just so real, raw and feel good. You both seem like you're in a really good place. Love the vibe ❤

  • @jennycatley1763
    @jennycatley1763 Год назад +2

    Your vlogs are one of the best on You Tube please don’t stop.

  • @sheamorgan4544
    @sheamorgan4544 Год назад +1

    You guys have been such a huge part of my life and I would be devastated to see you go. Thank you for all you do and keeeep doing it!!!

  • @joewelch1163
    @joewelch1163 Год назад

    Keep it up guys. Always loved the content. Stef you’re a huge inspiration filmmaking/photography wise for me 🙏

  • @twonner2
    @twonner2 Год назад +1

    I forbid you ever leaving! I am entirely too attached to your family for you to ever go. Keep creating! Huzzah!

  • @gaialovisolo8285
    @gaialovisolo8285 Год назад

    Yes yes yes come to italyyyy!!! TUSCANY IS THE BEST! PISA - we got the sea in 20 min -mountains+skiing in 1.5 h + English school for the kids. Amazing paradise. In the center of Italy - Milan in 3 h - Rome in 3 h - Florence in 50 min!!!! Pleaseeee come hereeeeeee! I can help you find the house! And introduce you to this new lifeeeee❤❤❤❤

  • @elliemillard2897
    @elliemillard2897 Год назад

    I have been watching your videos since you were pregnant with Baby G! I love all of your videos and seeing you spend time in my favourite places in Devon/Dorset makes my heart happy! I will never get bored of your videos, thank you for all of the videos over the years ❤️

  • @iavenustas8054
    @iavenustas8054 Год назад +2

    love your content, being enjoying it for years. Keep it up. We are here, don't quit.

  • @samayantra
    @samayantra 11 месяцев назад

    Im not sure why i had unsubscribed as i love your content. I think sometimes we can just casually folllow people and not be intentional with which content we want to consume. And i think my unsubcribing was as a reaction to that rather than morr personal.
    I just found you again and felt lovely to consciously choose to follow you again, it felt good. Intentional.
    Your kids are growing beautifully.
    Sometimes we just all need a reset and i think on some level thats whats been happening here. I think you puting that new intention and re-commiting to your channel is a great thing and im glad to hear you have had an upsurge in subs.
    The energy we hold behind things plays its own significant part.

  • @aleksandrabomba6158
    @aleksandrabomba6158 Год назад +1

    And I came back to this channel after a while. I was watching for years, then stopped - around the time of heavy NFT topics. But I got recommended this channel again and OMG still feels so calming to the soul yet real. And the topic of moving to different country seems so interesting! Can’t wait to be brought into this adventure with you

  • @mariapereyra71
    @mariapereyra71 Год назад

    I always enjoyed your content. You are great in what you do.
    Don't give up. You have a fantastic channel 😊❤

  • @ThatMarkGilroy
    @ThatMarkGilroy Год назад +1

    Stephen and his mince. He LOVES that ground beef. 😂😂😂

  • @mineolas
    @mineolas Год назад +2

    Oh my gosh!! I actually discovered your channel last week - RUclips suggested your last one on my feed- and loved the vulnerability shared on your videos and subscribed after watching a few. Hang in there guys ❤️

  • @jamisongee1176
    @jamisongee1176 Год назад +1

    I'll be enjoying the stories as long as you keep making them. XXxx

  • @corinaciripitca1
    @corinaciripitca1 Год назад

    Loved the “Beef” references! Lovely video as always ❤

  • @elliemillard2897
    @elliemillard2897 Год назад

    When you’re in Lyme Regis again- visit The Whole Hog, they do amazing sandwiches and fresh coffee and doughnuts. It’s at the bottom of the hill round from the newsagents!

  • @nicolawitty__
    @nicolawitty__ Год назад +2

    Love you guys ❤🎉 I've been here on this channel since your London vlogs, before babies. Been special watching your vlogs through everything that's happening in this world 🌎 supporting your decision either way xx

  • @racywallace7085
    @racywallace7085 Год назад +1

    ❤ bloody loved this

  • @willowgreene1476
    @willowgreene1476 Год назад +1

    Hi! I’m a new subscriber. I found you through the video ‘we can’t afford to stay here’ and i’d never been shown your content before. Your videos are amazing! And as someone who lives abroad, do it!!! it’s amazing! 💚

  • @FSPREV2011
    @FSPREV2011 Год назад

    New subscriber and loving your content!! It’s beautiful. Will be watching past videos and giving them a 👍🏼.

  • @freyacorner4169
    @freyacorner4169 Год назад +2

    I'm a new subscriber - really loving your content!! Sumbled across you channel via the algorithm's recommendations and love seeing Bath in your videos as I am local (Trowbridge)

  • @Rominala
    @Rominala Год назад +1

    Good luck in Italy!

  • @ralucaprepelita8428
    @ralucaprepelita8428 Год назад +4

    Okay Stef, you got me. Your novel sounds highly entertaining and I need to place an order for it ASAP!

  • @kirahicks9432
    @kirahicks9432 Год назад

    Deep appreciation for the windows of profound beauty you bring to the everyday grind of life with small children. Wishing your family the best. ❤

  • @Audsmith
    @Audsmith Год назад +1

    Keep it. You are both very talented

  • @BlakeEwingMusic
    @BlakeEwingMusic Год назад +1

    Ninja grill those sea birds. Wood flavor my boy.

  • @lydiadisney
    @lydiadisney Год назад +1

    Also been here since the start❤ greetings from Austria. Never stop RUclips ❤(maybe stop writing😂)

  • @TheSdennis89
    @TheSdennis89 Год назад

    Dear god that book at the end. Killed me dead 😂

  • @toriemmap
    @toriemmap Год назад +1

    The caravan on the beach saga all spiralled during covid! We have one in Abersoch on the Warren and some of those were hiked up to 900,000!!!! And the t&cs actually mean you can only keep it for 20 years and then you have to hand it back 🙈

  • @saskiaebeling40
    @saskiaebeling40 Год назад +1

    Such a lovely Video. Made my saturday Morning ☕️

  • @charlotteeuzenat3579
    @charlotteeuzenat3579 Год назад +1

    I can’t get over how yummy that fish looks 💗

  • @gabrielalibanio
    @gabrielalibanio Год назад

    Really loved the video, as always!

  • @MissCandiGina
    @MissCandiGina Год назад

    Grayson stropping at the table 😂

  • @samlightbowne3862
    @samlightbowne3862 Год назад +2

    I will always be subscribed to you guys…. Been here since the start, and always look forward to a new video from you ❤

  • @alexforsyth8352
    @alexforsyth8352 Год назад

    Hi there - from the coast of South Africa (near Cape Town) - I have only just discovered you - after being a RUclips trawler for the better part of 3 years - and never seen you! (maybe the algorithm has changed in your favour from now on..) I plan on making a catch up of all of your videos now! I love your content and your style of filming.

  • @176franks
    @176franks Год назад

    my opinion the return of your vlogs last few weeks has helped your subscriptions its where you stand out for me from the rest

  • @islaygould1933
    @islaygould1933 Год назад +1

    I've been a subscriber since Grayson was a wee baby. I have watched your videos for a number of years, dropped off from watching them every week but now back into it - I think especially since Hannah has been producing her yoga content. I love seeing your wee family, and the videos you put out are always authentic and so well produced. Please don't stop creating content! I'm sure so many of your subscribers are invested in your family & your content. All the best with looking for a new country to call home. Love from New Zealand

  • @sararibeiro3959
    @sararibeiro3959 10 месяцев назад

    I love your videos and always look forward to your content! Been a subscriber since 2018 and love your channel :)

  • @JustANorwichGirl
    @JustANorwichGirl Год назад +1

    Been watching whenever you upload since 2014

  • @katjasimroth5900
    @katjasimroth5900 Год назад +1

    You guys rock!!!

  • @abigailnicholls-may3477
    @abigailnicholls-may3477 Год назад +2

    A long time subscriber and loved meeting you guys in Bath. Loving the new slew of content and hope it continues.
    Only comment is don’t underestimate the enjoyment of watching the mundane bits of life too. Our eldest is about to start school and it’s a whole new world for us so even school life is interesting to see. 😂
    Hope the spiral continues in the opposite direction for you guys x

  • @Judymontel
    @Judymontel Год назад +2

    Wow, this is the first time I've heard someone with professional expertise talk about the alienating factor of cinematic cameras. I'm probably not typical of the general population - stopped going to films in cinemas several decades ago and when I tried it this past summer I was in shock at how uncomfortable I was being in a movie theatre (vs home) seeing this incredibly high quality moving images but not being able to stop it in the middle and move around and the size of the screen also being so immersive I found it oppressive. Yes, it was beautiful. No, I'm not going back. Sticking with youtube. Finding the right balance between making a good visual impression and totally overwhelming people (obviously, it depends on the person - people, thank goodness, are VERY different from one another) - but yeah, finding that balance is tricky. So happy to hear you discussing it.

  • @autumndroplet9776
    @autumndroplet9776 Год назад

    You’ve been my favourite youtubers since I came across your feeds - I rarely comment but always watch. Thank you for giving it your all one more time, hopefully this rocket will fly us to the moon

  • @patg229
    @patg229 Год назад +1

    New subscriber...came for the van trip and stayed for the novel 🤣

  • @houdnarguib4949
    @houdnarguib4949 Год назад +1

    I'm not an avid reader, but that's a novel I would read, can't wait for it to come out 😊

  • @maggieoconnor9054
    @maggieoconnor9054 Год назад +1

    This channel is so underrated l, I feel like you guys should have way more followers, anyways I’m glad I found you guys 😊
    Please keep making vlogs they are so beautifully shot ❤️

  • @oliviapettigrew4646
    @oliviapettigrew4646 Год назад

    your the only youtuber ive stuck with this whole time!!!

  • @judimcdonnell1971
    @judimcdonnell1971 Год назад

    Loved this vlog ❤

  • @hanifesenkul7650
    @hanifesenkul7650 Год назад

    Loooooong time follower (from the preggo vlogs with Gray) and I’m so glad you guys are still making authentic content. Xx

  • @ineszamaral
    @ineszamaral Год назад

    One of your biggest supporters here, please don't stop posting and enjoy the trip to Italy!

  • @daniellas8346
    @daniellas8346 Год назад

    I LOVE YOUR CONTENT! i have been around from the very beginning, sending lots of love and good wishes!

  • @jaketnash
    @jaketnash Год назад

    That mullet 🤤… and boy does Steven sound like a right stud! Great work guys

  • @untitled493
    @untitled493 Год назад

    I watch your channel since back in day when Hannah was pregnant for the first time! I do think that overtime the format changed a little by Hannah stepping down a bit and Steph being more the main focus. I did not watch you as often but lately these couple of months I do really enjoy your content and how the format is changing as your audience changing. As you grow your audience grows with you and experiences the same hardships, ups and downs. I do not think this is the end for your guys I just think it’s a detour into a more deeper and authentic reflection of your life that is not the same as 10 years ago! Sending you much love!

  • @joannewilloughby7428
    @joannewilloughby7428 Год назад +1

    That was a great story Stephen……. Sorry, I meant to say Stef lol
    I hope things work out for you guys, I truly enjoy your videos 💕

  • @thescoffaholic8469
    @thescoffaholic8469 Год назад

    So nice to see more of you guys 😊

  • @gemmaturnbull9114
    @gemmaturnbull9114 Год назад

    I love your videos I find them relaxing and set apart from others with the cinematic feel. Also been watching since Hannah was pregnant with Grayson. Enjoy Italy 🇮🇹

  • @clairelou09011988
    @clairelou09011988 Год назад +1

    Take it to the post office 😂😂😂

  • @Tobyshome
    @Tobyshome Год назад +1

    I’m newly subscribed, and very glad to be. Lovely video!

  • @princessangelstar2351
    @princessangelstar2351 Год назад

    Such a nice video, it's Always a cozy place here ! ❤

  • @daisyhanson8960
    @daisyhanson8960 Год назад +1

    Haha we’ve all been mugged by a sea gull at Lyme! 😂 my husband nearly had his finger ripped off by one last year 🤣