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  • čas přidán 31. 05. 2024
  • A lot going on this week. During the first days Jannes and Thomas help out with levelling the tent area and preparing the poles for the fences. I am finishing the wood paneling and the bathroom vanity. Chiara is coming to visit and we go foraging.
    Support the renovation project:
    Paypal: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted...
    Patreon: / martijndoolaard
    Instagram: / martijndoolaard
    Music in this video: In Its Own Time by Inola, and Terra by Roary
    ***
    Chiara's notes:
    Home made herbal preparations (45:39) from left to right:
    Wild thyme honey
    Good for cough or paired with cheese.
    Stir with a spoon every few days.
    Beech leaves and mandarin peel liqueur
    Nutty, fresh, citric drink.
    Let sit for minimum 3 weeks, shaking every few days. Serve with a splash of brandy.
    Wild thyme “grappa”
    Traditional alpine drink and home remedy for various minor health conditions.
    Let sit in a warm and dark place, shaking daily.
    4 conifers oxymel
    Sweet and balsamic, can be used as a salad seasoning or taken by the teaspoon when needed.
    Let sit for 4-8 weeks in a dark place, shaking daily.
    Nettle infused vinegar
    Remineralizing and anti-inflammatory, can be used as a salad seasoning or taken by the teaspoon when needed.
    Let sit for minimum 2 weeks shaking daily, then strain and keep the vinegar.
    Garlic honey
    Traditional home remedy for cough and cold. Enjoyed as food, it is delicious when paired with baked pumpkin.
    Let sit for minimum 4 weeks, stirring with a spoon every few days.
    Not in the picture: 4 conifers salt
    A salt that tastes like an alpine forest. Pairs well with baked focaccia or bread, with fish and meat, can be used to rim a cocktail glass
    Chiara's links:
    www.madreselvaworld.com
    Instagram: @chiara_madreselva
    ***
    0:00 Rain
    0:53 Meeting the guys
    3:20 Plugging screw holes
    4:55 Levelling tent area
    9:29 Wood paneling finished
    10:56 Dinner in the rain
    12:34 Installing lights
    14:17 Poles have arrived
    15:14 Debarking poles
    17:09 Bathroom
    18:17 Let's fly
    21:04 Dinner inside
    23:37 New mix tap
    24:35 Sink
    26:04 Jannes' dog
    27:07 A look at the garden
    28:36 Installing tap
    29:44 Chiara arrives
    31:53 Going foraging
    42:16 Chiara prepping herbs
    46:25 Bathroom
    47:24 Lowering solar panels
    48:23 Windows for greenhouse arrive
    48:58 Outro monologue

Komentáře • 1,3K

  • @annemcwilliams2577
    @annemcwilliams2577 Před 5 dny +7

    Magnificent job Martijn! Absolutely beautiful! I'm a 75 year old granny who has watched from Episode One. You're a superb craftsman and have created a wonderful home for yourself. Thanks so much for including us all on such an enjoyable journey. Can't wait to see what is coming next. Well done! And enjoy your beautiful home!

  • @reeft
    @reeft Před 19 dny +264

    "There's no pressure anymore." What a lovely way to end it. Thank you!

    • @GS-uy4xo
      @GS-uy4xo Před 18 dny +6

      Martijn- You have absolutely earned the right to now and for many years to come to live with no pressure.

    • @gaslitworldf.melissab2897
      @gaslitworldf.melissab2897 Před 18 dny +3

      And that is the healthiest way to cope with Italy's bureaucratic machinery. They don't know the concept of urgent. And you can't appeal to anyone for help.

    • @InVerum
      @InVerum Před 18 dny +5

      Something I think a lot of us wish they could say in their own lives. Every day a cabin on a mountainside is looking better and better.

  • @Bob.Jenkins
    @Bob.Jenkins Před 19 dny +398

    Chiara is a younger version of my wife. Penelope (my wife) who was born and raised on the Portuguese vineyard I purchased as a wedding gift and presented to her. Her Father had lost the property due to none payment of tax. She's been teaching our twin daughters the joy of 'foraging' for the last 15 years... taking them on long walks through the National Forest to the East of us. The abundant and varied diet we enjoy is all down to her. Her Parents both lived nearby and were an awesome source of advice, aid and support at the start of our venture.
    Sadly, Penelope lost both parents just before Christmas, last year - they were both diagnosed with Dementia and the decline was startlingly rapid and severe... Christmas was a time of grief and yet, surprisingly, joy.
    To not, daily, have to interact with someone you love but who no longer remembers you, gave us time to reflect and recall the good times... tears of sadness could be turned to tears of laughter as we told stories, recounted tales and gathered their whole to our hearts.

    • @MilesNauticus
      @MilesNauticus Před 19 dny +20

      I'm Italian, I had an uncle affected by the same illness. He was a vigorous bricklayer and a tireless cyclist all his life. I offer you a few words of comfort, I can understand your situation.

    • @sharynhassard1625
      @sharynhassard1625 Před 19 dny +16

      ❤So beautifully said. What joy yr wedding gift is bringing/has brought to so many souls Bob. Thank you for sharing.

    • @tinasalter9996
      @tinasalter9996 Před 19 dny +15

      Beautiful story….thanks for sharing ❤

    • @rgw5830
      @rgw5830 Před 19 dny +12

      Your wife's parents lived their lives in Sunshine and in Shadow. Acknowledge the shadow and then honour the sunshine that was their lives. Keep them alive, speak of them most days. x

    • @jwthrussell8786
      @jwthrussell8786 Před 19 dny +5

      Wow Bob hope your family thriving despite the sudden loss. Yes keep them in your thoughts. I burn candles 🕯️

  • @aerrasti
    @aerrasti Před 19 dny +414

    Glad to see Chiara's back. So much to learn from her.

    • @moskaliaky_na_giliaky
      @moskaliaky_na_giliaky Před 19 dny +7

      А хто вона така?

    • @lyriclanguages3780
      @lyriclanguages3780 Před 19 dny +12

      @@moskaliaky_na_giliakythese people act like they know her 😅

    • @aerrasti
      @aerrasti Před 19 dny +30

      @@lyriclanguages3780 I don't know her. But she has already appeared in another video, and her knowledge of herbology is always welcome.

    • @sydneyevans2637
      @sydneyevans2637 Před 19 dny +25

      ​@@moskaliaky_na_giliakyShe's a friend of Mr. Doolaards'. She has been a guest in a previous episode. She is very knowledgeable about herbs and wild flora.

    • @aerrasti
      @aerrasti Před 19 dny

      czcams.com/video/jqCccJg1v_o/video.htmlsi=NbCL4jIe7nf5jINL&t=819

  • @iraelen6153
    @iraelen6153 Před 19 dny +360

    Loved this video martin, also this is a formal petition for Chiara to make her own youtube channel, she's awesome!

    • @_PJW_
      @_PJW_ Před 19 dny +13

      Chiara has her own channel, read the description in Ep. #73 and above.

    • @startpage717
      @startpage717 Před 19 dny +6

      That is a good idea because I was unaware of "Honey Garlic."

    • @WayOfHaQodesh
      @WayOfHaQodesh Před 18 dny +10

      Aye, so value her insight and extensive knowledge. Her skills are so important to pass on to be generations. Foraging is amazing, and YAH's beautiful and bountiful earth has soooo much useful, edible, medicinal plants for us to use. Would love to see her with her own YT channel.

    • @Strange-Viking
      @Strange-Viking Před 18 dny

      ​​@@_PJW_ instagram. Not youtube on there, or am I missing something?

    • @ro5alia
      @ro5alia Před 16 dny

      @@_PJW_ I only see her Instagram and website no youtube?

  • @godblessamerica6613
    @godblessamerica6613 Před 19 dny +113

    Chiara is amazing. Her knowledge opens the door to the amazing world of plants.

  • @ajfrancis2803
    @ajfrancis2803 Před 19 dny +64

    I love the easy way you and Chiara talk and relate. Unlike the others who want romance, I just want you to have a whole host of connections with people who are kindred spirits. Chiara brings knowledge, intelligence and a peace that can be hard to find. I know we're not the only ones who enjoy her visits. Even the chickens like her gentle energy 🥰

    • @ezlow1065
      @ezlow1065 Před 18 dny +2

      Oh well said! 👏

    • @johnl5530
      @johnl5530 Před 15 dny +2

      Exactly right 👍

    • @ezlow1065
      @ezlow1065 Před 7 dny +1

      @@JoanArc-or9sr in two words you encapsulated it all 🤣😆😅perfect!

    • @JoanArc-or9sr
      @JoanArc-or9sr Před 7 dny

      Yeah, the others that just want romance are unhinged condepemdants that are lost without a romantic partner. Like dont project your insecurities here.

    • @oldskooljules
      @oldskooljules Před 2 dny

      Nothing wrong with a bit of chaste, yet deep appreciation, with the 'very much at ease in each others company' that comes with it. It's heartening to see. That being said, the moment she feeds him the unnamed herb/watercress was very playful

  • @regenytarmovies
    @regenytarmovies Před 19 dny +150

    Chiara is the most beautiful jewel of the forest.

  • @highlandlakecottage4276
    @highlandlakecottage4276 Před 19 dny +456

    Yeah! Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms watching!!

  • @Anderbender
    @Anderbender Před 19 dny +204

    Nice to see Chiara back Martjin! Proud man showing off his home. ❤❤

  • @seriousros7280
    @seriousros7280 Před 19 dny +131

    The chickens are the stars and they have a mansion to prove it. Everywhere you look here it is beautiful. This video lifted me - Thank You

    • @Marty_Wanlass
      @Marty_Wanlass Před 19 dny +3

      Didn't there used to be 3 chickens?

    • @dawnvierra4063
      @dawnvierra4063 Před 19 dny +4

      ​@@Marty_Wanlassyes. Unfortunately a neighbor's wandering dog got it. The white chicken almost didnt nake it either. But thankfully did

    • @magicaldays7099
      @magicaldays7099 Před 19 dny +6

      @@Marty_Wanlass there used to be 4 hens😀

    •  Před 19 dny +5

      The soft sound they make is almost musical ✨

  • @bilinguru
    @bilinguru Před 19 dny +57

    Chiara is a magical creature. It's always impressive to watch someone who sees and understands the world around them so intimately and who is so comfortable in nature and in their own skin.
    Love that the pressure is off and you can approach tasks at your leisure now.

  • @TWHRS
    @TWHRS Před 19 dny +229

    “I like the rain. It washes memories off the sidewalk of life.”

  • @andrewjones-productions
    @andrewjones-productions Před 19 dny +51

    What a wonderful episode yet again and what a joy to be able to listen to Chiara. Thank you for putting the names of the foraged food on screen and also what was made. I took a screenshot of both to act as a memo and to try and learn and remember from the information kindly imparted by you both. When I was a very small boy growing up in Wales, I asked my great-grandmother about what wild food we could eat and she told me what to collect. I remember gathering nettles and dandelion leaves and later my grandmother prepared them for my great-grandmother and I to eat. I loved my great-grandmother very much and this episode brings back fond memories of that time, long ago.

  • @jakleo337
    @jakleo337 Před 19 dny +288

    Martins most interesting and informative guest, by far.

    • @carnitagroves7758
      @carnitagroves7758 Před 19 dny +20

      She's definitely cool, but I like when his parents visit.

    • @pmlm1571
      @pmlm1571 Před 19 dny +21

      Yes, enjoyed her visit v. much, but miss Don Johannes.

    • @nbc902
      @nbc902 Před 19 dny +16

      🎉I only have eyes for you🎉 I know what she’s thinking, Martijn: “I wonder if this house is big enough for two people”

    • @gabrieleronzini
      @gabrieleronzini Před 19 dny

      Enkk was the best... ❤

    • @_PJW_
      @_PJW_ Před 19 dny +3

      @@nbc902 In the comments on her earlier visit (Ep. #73?) @JasonEntine mentioned Chiara is married to Gigi from the other channel. So she was just flirting a bit. Women. 🙄

  • @kitbram2033
    @kitbram2033 Před 19 dny +50

    Chiara has wonderful knowledge. So kind of her to share.

  • @wynandvisser5138
    @wynandvisser5138 Před 19 dny +151

    Chiara is a gem!

  • @Populiervogel
    @Populiervogel Před 19 dny +191

    Chiara enters the property and the sun starts shining, that says enough.

    • @BboyStyle89
      @BboyStyle89 Před 18 dny +11

      And Martin as well ❤❤❤

    • @JoanArc-or9sr
      @JoanArc-or9sr Před 7 dny +1

      😂

    • @michenji
      @michenji Před 6 dny

      that's how they call it nowadays...foraging😊

    • @JoanArc-or9sr
      @JoanArc-or9sr Před 6 dny

      @michenji get a life man seriously. Stop making such a innocent thing like having a skilled guest on the show into something that it's damn well not!

    • @michenji
      @michenji Před 5 dny

      @@JoanArc-or9sr her we have the judge... life is already too serious my friend.. leave some space for humor and soft sarcasm... and above all there's nothing wrong in "foraging" with a nice skilled lady, so go out, watch the sunshine and smile!

  • @ktmcc4360
    @ktmcc4360 Před 19 dny +54

    Beautiful lady. Very knowledgeable. Enjoy see her there.

  • @lynndixonsilva9961
    @lynndixonsilva9961 Před 19 dny +92

    Really enjoyed seeing Chiara forage and finding plants that some of us just walk by not knowing their names and all their wonderful benefits .... excellent! Your home is becoming amazing!

  • @mattiafara3289
    @mattiafara3289 Před 16 dny +25

    I've booked a foraging course with Chiara. And I gifted one to my mum

  • @adibudaca9372
    @adibudaca9372 Před 19 dny +71

    Nice episode! and Chiara, well definitively she's a keeper!

    • @AnitaSouthall
      @AnitaSouthall Před 18 dny +4

      Reading other comments obviously her existing husband would think so too.

  • @jorgs.9016
    @jorgs.9016 Před 19 dny +105

    Everything you build, fix or construct is perfect and full of detailing. No compromises! Love it!!!

  • @Anderbender
    @Anderbender Před 19 dny +64

    You have such a calm soul Martjin. It shows in your edits. ❤

    • @tlmiam1
      @tlmiam1 Před 18 dny

      Sometimes not so calm? Lol

  • @jmginthent651
    @jmginthent651 Před 19 dny +51

    45:31. Sitting in the sunshine in the Italian alps bottling freshly picked wild produce with a gorgeous Italian lady. Bliss.

  • @brown-eyedgirl858
    @brown-eyedgirl858 Před 19 dny +32

    Oh wow! So much beauty in this episode.The cloudy atmosphere during a dinner in the rain, completion of the cabinet artfully made, but my favorite was Chiara! Beautiful and brilliant. So grateful for her knowledge and art she shares as a Forager. The names, special properties, and myths of the plants gave me a window into how people lived long ago, so much closer to nature. 🙏 Thank you Martijn and Chiara for sharing such beauty! It is nourishing ~💓

  • @maryannguess7115
    @maryannguess7115 Před 19 dny +83

    Ty CHIARA for your outstanding knowledge on herbs and tinxtures..❤you are a beautiful soul.❤
    GOD BLESS YOU GIRL..
    THANKS for your appearance..😊peace
    Upon you..

  • @sylviabrink871
    @sylviabrink871 Před 19 dny +17

    Wonderful!! She is lovely, nice to see her on the property again.

  • @Gail-ux2ly
    @Gail-ux2ly Před 19 dny +16

    That faucet is absolutely beautiful! The little touches make all the difference

  • @Finn-McCool
    @Finn-McCool Před 19 dny +10

    There is something about Chiara.
    If she does not have a channel on CZcams you need to encourage her to begin making content!
    If she does have a channel you need to link it!
    If you have already linked it, thanks. 😁

  • @Infinitepossibilitiesat56plus

    I know I’m not the only one to have my heart melt when Martin and Chaira walked down the road together 💕😍! I hope it’s not too bold to say Martin , but she’s perfect for you ! Needless to say , I loved watching the foraging walk and then to have her then make things with all the gathered herbs was fascinating!

    • @reladie
      @reladie Před 19 dny +19

      Martin is a dyed in the wool loner and bachelor.

    • @canyonhaverfield2201
      @canyonhaverfield2201 Před 19 dny

      Sadly thru out time, women have been goddess like, men merely sticks🎄

    • @wdbearfan
      @wdbearfan Před 19 dny +10

      That walk down the hill together though wow

    • @k8sl
      @k8sl Před 19 dny +11

      @@reladieeven single people need dear friends

    • @kmanyrivers
      @kmanyrivers Před 18 dny +2

      @@wdbearfan seriously swooning

  • @Bjmc4uk
    @Bjmc4uk Před 19 dny +46

    One with God! That would be the most worshipful place for me. How could you not sit and talk to him when you see all that beauty! Things he’s created you getting the view right there. Thank you, Martin for giving us such a blessing every week.!!
    Wow on the fittings! Amazing, classy!

  • @user-xx1tm5fe9u
    @user-xx1tm5fe9u Před 19 dny +130

    Another, all-too-short Sunday respite in the gorgeous mountains of northern Italy, with friends of goodwill for a fine person and his good work.

  • @Peter-dd3br
    @Peter-dd3br Před 19 dny +59

    Chiara is a treasure.

  • @TheRasiani
    @TheRasiani Před 19 dny +32

    "They're is no pressure anymore"
    Awesome. The best is yet to come.

  • @TBrl8
    @TBrl8 Před 19 dny +23

    35:32 a song comes to mind….”love is in the air”! ❤

    • @user-lb2le3oi5h
      @user-lb2le3oi5h Před 16 dny +1

      I think you are wrong... she is married

    • @Alberto-Caeiro
      @Alberto-Caeiro Před 15 dny

      @@user-lb2le3oi5h Divorce has been legal for a while

    • @JoanArc-or9sr
      @JoanArc-or9sr Před 7 dny

      Grow up bro seriously. Bunch of losers on this channel

  • @libbybertrand9320
    @libbybertrand9320 Před 19 dny +13

    Loved seeing Chiara again! Her knowledge is fascinating and I enjoy learning from her😊❤️

  • @XelaSnikliw-fg8wu
    @XelaSnikliw-fg8wu Před 19 dny +28

    That old van is cool!

  • @JobBorn86
    @JobBorn86 Před 19 dny +14

    Wonderful woman Chiara, great to see her back!

  • @nativetexson
    @nativetexson Před 19 dny +16

    Enjoyed the helpers/visitors and what they brought to this week's video.

  • @taleofawhale6964
    @taleofawhale6964 Před 19 dny +18

    I also use herbs instead of medicin but Chiaras knowledge is on another level. It will come a time when we will realise that herbs which grow freely can cure us and feed us.

  • @carljeffrey82
    @carljeffrey82 Před 19 dny +36

    I am jealous as you walk thru alps with red haired beauty picking plants to eat. You are the man. Good work.

  • @RagPlaysGames
    @RagPlaysGames Před 19 dny +6

    Might be a good idea to scorch the ends of the fenceposts before burying them. It staves off rot and makes them last longer in the ground.

  • @johnny623
    @johnny623 Před 19 dny +37

    Very informative and relaxing Chiara.

  • @johnhobbs621
    @johnhobbs621 Před 19 dny +23

    I loved seeing Chiara, fascinating, beautiful, an earth angel or fairy, she was wonderful, brought a delicacy and beauty to Martjin's practicality and construction

  • @janicemarsh1669
    @janicemarsh1669 Před 19 dny +22

    Chiara means light and she is a fairy! Seriously she is so in tune with the earth and plants it’s inspiring and beautiful. What a wealth of knowledge she has and in the midst of the beautiful spaces you foraged added complete magic to this video. Thank you. It’s wonderful also the progress you are making in your bottom room.

  • @caronadams4486
    @caronadams4486 Před 19 dny +14

    "No pressure now." Time to soak it all in and enjoy. Another lovely video, Martijn!

  • @tinareaume
    @tinareaume Před 19 dny +7

    I am looking forward to your gardens and greenhouse. Thank you for another beautiful video!

  • @adamtash2891
    @adamtash2891 Před 19 dny +11

    you and Chiara have a nice chemistry....cool to see her again

  • @dianatprince
    @dianatprince Před 19 dny +27

    I absolutely love the way you edit your videos. They as beautiful as they are entertaining.

  • @mjmuralart3674
    @mjmuralart3674 Před 19 dny +2

    Chiara has been the most interesting and informative guest Martin’s has had. Generally you would like to introduce her to your viewers in a more engaging, respectful of her knowledge, maybe something about her background. Thank for another wonderful video ❤

  • @Danigys
    @Danigys Před 19 dny +13

    I have immensely enjoyed the foraging with Chiara. You should do one full video just doing that. Many thanks and hugs to Chiara!

  • @user-iz1zp2ix7f
    @user-iz1zp2ix7f Před 19 dny +35

    Love this presenation So good to see Chiara again. She is so knowledgeable and skilled. Greetings to all here.

  • @bryanholden6487
    @bryanholden6487 Před 19 dny +24

    You make my whole week. Thank you for it! I do believe this is how man should live. Martijn Doolaard I admire you!
    I would like to live like this but I'm 74 now, (and not in the best of health). Oh, if I could grab back 30 years!
    It staggers me that people come from all over the world just to help!
    Martijn you must be doing something which is human. What people want to do! Living their lives in normality.
    May your Gods bless you! 🙂
    Bryan

    • @AnitaSouthall
      @AnitaSouthall Před 18 dny +1

      Absolutely correct. But even in our later years we can grow herbs in season in pots and save seeds to give to other gardeners.

    • @bryanholden6487
      @bryanholden6487 Před 17 dny

      @@AnitaSouthall Very true Anita 🙂

  • @juditepadoan5587
    @juditepadoan5587 Před 19 dny +12

    Só cute you two together. Chiara thanks for sharing you knowledge❤❤❤

  • @seanmceneaney1784
    @seanmceneaney1784 Před 19 dny +11

    Chiara is everything I would ever hope for in a foraging guide ..so happy she participated in the always excellent video story.

  • @MrJBleedge
    @MrJBleedge Před 19 dny +13

    So glad she's back! So much information resulting in an amazing and informative video! Hope to see her more often

  • @jaynegrunnill3705
    @jaynegrunnill3705 Před 19 dny +8

    Loved that, foraging has never had so much.....tension!

  • @protectanimals9792
    @protectanimals9792 Před 19 dny +10

    Walking with the foraging girl feels like a beautiful dream walk through the forest ❤

  • @Reet64
    @Reet64 Před 19 dny +10

    Chiara has some serious Earth-Mother vibes! What a wealth of knowledge!

  • @steveelias3727
    @steveelias3727 Před 19 dny +73

    What a sweet, gentle, intelligent and down to Earth woman Chiara is. I pray this might be a match made literally in heaven. (Edited) Edited because I forgot to say she is also beautiful!

    • @CynthiaVicario
      @CynthiaVicario Před 19 dny +6

      I agree .☝️

    • @birdsndog5819
      @birdsndog5819 Před 19 dny +4

      What lovely guests you have. So glad the home is now almost ready. The pressure is off. Remember what it looked like when Martijn arrived?

    • @user-lb2le3oi5h
      @user-lb2le3oi5h Před 18 dny +4

      She is married

    • @opaqueclarity3343
      @opaqueclarity3343 Před 18 dny

      @@user-lb2le3oi5h The AI Kardashian sheeple bots don't care.

    • @pearlygates_city
      @pearlygates_city Před 18 dny

      O my goodness!!! That was my thought!!! She is the "perfect" match for Martijn!! We already had found the perfect male friend match. Ollie or whatever his name is but now we have found the perfect, female match!! And we are good to go :0)

  • @claudiosiewertmarquardt605

    this channel is one of the most precious thing here in youtube

  • @bo-xk9ki
    @bo-xk9ki Před 2 dny

    such a beautiful contrast to enjoy feminine energy; Chiara is a lovely person!

  • @pathardin7580
    @pathardin7580 Před 19 dny +7

    Best shot of the video was you and Chiara walking down the road together. I love her and thank her for sharing her knowledge.

  • @chriswells569
    @chriswells569 Před 19 dny +43

    Sunday evening angst pushed away for 50 mins, thank you.

    • @_PJW_
      @_PJW_ Před 19 dny +1

      Come on! You can do it! 👍

    • @zjow4755
      @zjow4755 Před 18 dny +2

      Address it directly from within, otherwise you'll be only covering it, God is the direction to follow, I know it from experience

  • @michaeldelgiudice1057
    @michaeldelgiudice1057 Před 19 dny +17

    i prefer the sounds of nature, rain, birds, wind, silence, to the new age music.

  • @ivanapellegrino9308
    @ivanapellegrino9308 Před 19 dny +15

    Chiara is so beautiful ! Happy Mother’s Day everyone

  • @nancyclardy7882
    @nancyclardy7882 Před 17 dny +5

    I so enjoy your video's, I am a 71 year old grandmother and I still enjoy learning new skills. Keep the good work, it is lovely.

  • @markdenison4563
    @markdenison4563 Před 17 dny +6

    Hey Martijn... I'm always impressed with your capacity for hard work and at the same time your attention to detail. Bravo!

  • @davidinghram2494
    @davidinghram2494 Před 19 dny +7

    Chiara seems to be an endless source of knowledge. She has such a kind personality and is just a lovely woman.

  • @shorerocks
    @shorerocks Před 19 dny +82

    These videos are the highlight of the week!

    • @StanleyBrooks-bl7yi
      @StanleyBrooks-bl7yi Před 19 dny +5

      I usually watch again 3 - 4 times and currently viewing from video #1 again and at #35

  • @smallsoultalk
    @smallsoultalk Před 19 dny +12

    We need chiara more often please ❤

  • @wayneu1233
    @wayneu1233 Před 19 dny +14

    You are crafting such a beautiful place for yourself. And I am so happy that your weekly videos give me the sense that I am part of the process!

  • @strinidadcontigo8617
    @strinidadcontigo8617 Před 19 dny +9

    Love the walk with Chiara

  • @BXtremP
    @BXtremP Před 19 dny +3

    The forest fairy has returned to bless us with her magical knowledge!

  • @JBonniwell100
    @JBonniwell100 Před 19 dny +50

    Happy Mothers Day to all, Hello From Houston, Texas

  • @tonitemperance9960
    @tonitemperance9960 Před 19 dny +6

    Happy Mother's Day to all and to Martin's mom, for birthing a great Renaissance man ❤ Thank you for letting us peak in 😊

  • @sandynull7576
    @sandynull7576 Před 19 dny +10

    Everything about this video is fascinating. ❤

  • @girlnorthof60
    @girlnorthof60 Před 17 dny +5

    A beautiful companion to a lovely vlog...
    Martijn's followers open their hearts, share touching stories of happiness, pain, and reflection.
    💞 Thank you Martijn, for creating a virtual space where we linger, long after the video has ended...

  • @peterfranke3118
    @peterfranke3118 Před 18 dny +3

    I'm traveling around Italy. Hiking in your area. Dropped a bottle of wine for you at your sign on the road by your cabin. You're a real artist at everything you do. Your now a master stone mason. Looking forward to your shop build.

  • @scottbalzer1817
    @scottbalzer1817 Před 19 dny +7

    I love your channel! Having Chiara join you again was a nice touch. I’m interested in foraging myself, and then it never hurts to add a little feminine beauty to a video. 😊 Thanks for sharing!

  • @stevenr8606
    @stevenr8606 Před 19 dny +51

    ❤ Did Martijn learn from Chiara more than just plants for food❗️ LIFE 😘 👍🏻

  • @tanyabooysen3958
    @tanyabooysen3958 Před 19 dny +13

    What a delightful lesson from the foraging lady.Ive learned so much, and I'm very intrigued.Thanks for another wonderful episode.

  • @TicTacdoe
    @TicTacdoe Před 19 dny +2

    I get my weekly R&R just watching these spectacularly produced video's , such an inspiration!

  • @tammyjarvis3699
    @tammyjarvis3699 Před 19 dny +6

    So nice Foe Martijn to be at this point! Pressures off and he can really take his time now with everything he wants to do! He can enjoy the fruits of his labour much more now

  • @lindajohannsdottir4466
    @lindajohannsdottir4466 Před 19 dny +13

    Really nice to see that the pressure is off for now. Really interesting to learn about plants from the foraging lady. And the hens are the cutest animals, almost like pets.

  • @CaseyB
    @CaseyB Před 19 dny +2

    Living the typical American life here in Arizona, about to hit 46 years, my eyes well with tears of longing that, someday, I’ll be able to build a slow and peaceful life like the one you depict so beautifully.

  • @jeromevanlife
    @jeromevanlife Před 10 dny

    Thanks for Chiara's notes on the home made herbals, very helpfull!!

  • @pietrodp81
    @pietrodp81 Před 19 dny +15

    So cosy the kitchen for having a dinner together, with the tools resting on the stool.

  • @juniperlau
    @juniperlau Před 12 dny +3

    The foraging videos are just always so enjoyable to watch. It's like a cozy blanket for my soul

  • @deborahwilliams1036
    @deborahwilliams1036 Před 19 dny +6

    Chiara is so informative!! I feel like we step back in time when she visits....

  • @susanhamilton1822
    @susanhamilton1822 Před 19 dny +6

    That faucet! How beautiful! Such great taste you have. That's the artists eye. We call that plant with all the yellow flowers Marsh Marigold and it's one of my favorites.

  • @59luna2
    @59luna2 Před 19 dny +13

    Protection priority for the two wonderful feathered companions ❤🐔

  • @chazzsavis6706
    @chazzsavis6706 Před 19 dny +4

    God’s creation is amazing… He provides everything we need.

  • @gegwen7440
    @gegwen7440 Před 19 dny +12

    For me one of the most enjoyable episodes todate watching and listening to that knowledgeable Chiara and the lads grafting in the rain Etc Etc

  • @johnsutherland6322
    @johnsutherland6322 Před 19 dny +5

    The views of the mountains when it’s bad weather is stunning glad you have willing helpers Martin always look forward every time thank you

  • @pietrodp81
    @pietrodp81 Před 19 dny +9

    So nice the aerial views of the misty mountain. Lovely place also when rainy

  • @robverhelst7129
    @robverhelst7129 Před 19 dny +8

    Hoi Martijn, als je de Acaciapaaltjes goed wilt houden, kun je ze na het verwijderen van de bast “verkolen”.
    Vuurtje maken, het gedeelte dat in de grond gaat in het vuur leggen en flink aanbranden. Hup de grond in en klaar. Werkt perfect. Geen houtrot of wat dan ook en is de oplossing voor de laaaaaaange termijn 😎
    Gr. Rob.

  • @GuyCruls
    @GuyCruls Před 18 dny +3

    Chiara is like a ray of sunshine - she lights up the place ✨

  • @zeeah4088
    @zeeah4088 Před 18 dny +2

    Always look forward to seeing the beautiful misty mountains through your lenses but today's episode was exceptionally beautiful. Not just because of Chiara, but also because of the lush greenery, the brilliant shades of sunlight, the serenity of the rains and of course the background music that brought it all together in perfect harmony. Thank you Martijn.