CHRISTMAS DAY AND A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!

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  • THE CHRISTMAS DIARIES: CHRISTMAS DAY!!!
    After all of our preparations during advent, the moment has finally arrived - it's CHRISTMAS!!! Join us as we open our gifts in the winter salon, prepare the Christmas dinner, and celebrate around the toile de jouy table! But, most importantly, as we share a big announcement...
    If you'd like to purchase any of Andie's beautiful 'Lalande Christmas Toile' artwork (starting at €5 per download) go to our shop at:
    store.chateaudelalande.com
    * PATRONS OF THE CHATEAU DIARIES - please go to our patreon site to get your special download code for 25% off and a free download of Thor *
    It's the Vlogmas time of year again - CHRISTMAS AT THE CHATEAU has begun! Happy Advent!
    Follow all of us as we get the chateau ready for a spectacular French Christmas.
    Each day will be filled with decorating, cooking, gift buying, carol singing and discovering ancient Christmas traditions from around the world.

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  • @lawrencebaker2318
    @lawrencebaker2318 Před 2 lety +478

    Stephanie, that you did all of this while worried about your mother makes it even more special. Thank you!

    • @susandenniscook9271
      @susandenniscook9271 Před 2 lety +17

      Couldn’t have said that any better! Blessing for health, love and happiness to all in 2022!

    • @percyattfield3393
      @percyattfield3393 Před 2 lety +21

      The Super Jarvis ladies.

    • @lynjones2461
      @lynjones2461 Před 2 lety +8

      Hello Stephanie it all looks so wonderful and so glad your amazing mother has recovered from covid xx the Cream of Manna is from the sap of the Ash tree specifically from Madonie in Sicily lol xx so happy that Amoury and Nate are together I suspected but I'm so pleased they are as I am thrilled you and Philip are a couple xx Merry Christmas my lovelies xx ❤

  • @nickybomont6074
    @nickybomont6074 Před 2 lety +145

    I’m truly happy Amaury and Nattie are getting together and very visibly extremely happy about it! I believe they’re perfectly matched: both lived a bit, have learned about life, intelligent and reliable (she practically runs that chateau, and just look at that workshop and the task he’s been set). both have a great sense of humour, but most of all they seem to be a prime example of ‘beautiful inside and out’. Be happy Nattie and Amaury, and how wonderful if it’s to be forever🥰

  • @okienana11
    @okienana11 Před 2 lety +108

    So happy for Aumary and Natie what a cute couple. Blessings for improved health for your mom and thank you so much for a wonderful, fun advent season.

  • @missyvanee
    @missyvanee Před 2 lety +99

    I just realized now why Amaury brought in the whole workshop - we all thought he wanted to be fully prepared for the paneling project, but really it is a full on relocation for love! What a score for Stephanie and LeLande. Family and amazing carpentry talent.

  • @juliefrench1594
    @juliefrench1594 Před 2 lety +135

    So glad Mummy is ok. Bless Percy for looking after her. Congratulations Amaury and Nati, lovely news.

  • @donnab8205
    @donnab8205 Před 2 lety +97

    Two of the loveliest women in the world found two of the loveliest men in the world, what joy! Mummy, how beautiful you look! Love to you and Percy. Complete joy!

  • @mgoblue8168
    @mgoblue8168 Před 2 lety +146

    About a year and a half ago, I asked Mummy in the chat during a première if she could speak Occitan. She was kind enough to respond. I am a linguist and I love learning about all languages. I am SO VERY happy that Mummy is well now! Je suis très hereux! Also, congratulations Natalia and Amaury!!! ¡Felicidades a Natalia y a Amaury!

    • @karinbergman1646
      @karinbergman1646 Před 2 lety +6

      The L'Angue D'Oc is fascinating, as is the history of the area. The Albegensian Heresy, the Inquisition and slaughter of the Cathars. When drinking wine from the region I cannot help but think of the blood that soaked the ground there. I noticed "Go Blue!" I worked at UofM years ago and went to MSU for my undergrad. Go State!

    • @PJwithheart
      @PJwithheart Před 2 lety +4

      All so interesting! By the way, I am a graduate of MSU, and my son graduated from U of M 😊

  • @monicariske
    @monicariske Před 2 lety +93

    So happy Isabell and Percy are healthy and safe. Congrats Natie and Amory!!! Chateau LaLande sure helps bring people together 🥰🎄

  • @vikkibryan2562
    @vikkibryan2562 Před 2 lety +33

    I had a feeling that they were an item .. just because they were never far away from each other and something was making amaurys visit more permanent .. im so pleased for you both ..it is a place truly filled with life love and laughter x

  • @cheriesharp234
    @cheriesharp234 Před 2 lety +29

    Thank goodness Isabelle has recovered and thank to Percy for looking after her, what a true gentleman he is. The love in the Chateau is growing, so very happy for Amaury and Natti, Natti is such a beautiful person and deserves to have Amaury. X

  • @TWROC96
    @TWROC96 Před 2 lety +69

    Stephanie, you and your mother are amazing women- determined, kind, caring and giving and so much more. Despite Mommy being sick, she and Percy pushed on and helped those in need. No doubt, that contributed to her determination to get well. And you, despite your great worry, still provided your viewers with your most cheerful self and uplifted those of us watching. Truly you and your mother are amazing women. Thank you both for being who you are. Best wishes to you both and to all those who love and support you. D. in Taiwan

  • @lindablackmore
    @lindablackmore Před 2 lety +9

    So happy Mummy is still cancer free and got over Covid, she seems to hold on to her faith in Jesus. Also how wonderful for Natalie and Amory! They're soooooo adorable! Merry blessed Christmas!🥰🥰🥰

  • @pamkullman8839
    @pamkullman8839 Před 2 lety +95

    Aww, she isn't even my mother, and I cried! She looks great for recovering from Covid! Their bucket idea is wonderful! Merry Christmas!

    • @percyattfield3393
      @percyattfield3393 Před 2 lety +10

      Covid nearly delayed the Christmas buckets. Then it would have become a New Years event.

    • @carolinegooder7091
      @carolinegooder7091 Před 2 lety +6

      @@percyattfield3393 Thank you for taking such great care of Isabelle and yourself. It is wonderful you do the food buckets together and that ours are following suit. Merry Christmas. 😁❤🌺🌹🍭🥂

  • @zoestevens1621
    @zoestevens1621 Před 2 lety +149

    Who needs to watch "The Holiday" when you can see real life romance unfold at a Chateau in France. It's lovely to escape there with you watching these vlogs (while my husband snores on the sofa next to me 😆). Merry Christmas and thankyou for another fabulous advent 💗

    • @chrismaraccini8108
      @chrismaraccini8108 Před 2 lety +8

      Zoe Stevens That is the name of the movie I was trying to think of because Marie's village reminds me so much of "The Holiday" Thank you

    • @unframedarts5378
      @unframedarts5378 Před 2 lety +6

      Every part of that is true for me too Zoe, including the husband on the sofa!🤣🤣

  • @marthaizaguirre6363
    @marthaizaguirre6363 Před 2 lety +41

    "Your heart is full of fertile seeds waiting to sprout.'" This quote by Morihei Ueshiba perfectly describes the magical garden that is Lalande where visitors, volunteers, and residents, both new and old can bloom into their best selves and discover love.

  • @kellyhawes8901
    @kellyhawes8901 Před 2 lety +59

    Ok, tears flowed! Tears for Isabel's sickness, her sweet song of her heritage, tears that Percy would not leave her side, then tears of happiness for Nati and Amaury. ♥️
    So thankful for Mummy's recovery, so thankful Percy stayed well, and thankful you (Stephanie) have at LaLande a chateau full of love with wonderful friends and family and ♥️Philip ♥️.

    • @mariapetras5835
      @mariapetras5835 Před 2 lety +5

      Very well expressed ! 🙏👏👏👏👏👏❤️

    • @percyattfield3393
      @percyattfield3393 Před 2 lety +4

      Pleased we could provide tears of happiness.

    • @kellyhawes8901
      @kellyhawes8901 Před 2 lety +1

      @@percyattfield3393 oh yes! Your annual gifting of the food buckets is such a beautiful thing. We all need to give what we can to who we can in this world. Please, Both of you please stay well. ♥️

  • @imhappy3093
    @imhappy3093 Před 2 lety +165

    I didn’t think I’d be watching YT on Christmas Day but when I saw this I had to watch straight away 😂! You make me cry (Isabelle and Percy), you make me shout with joy (Amaury and Nati), you make me happy for the joy of beautiful friendships 💗💗. Merry Christmas to the family at LaLande and those who couldn’t be there (Gerry). And Merry Christmas to all who enjoy this vlog as much as I do 💗👏🎅🏽🎄!!!!

    • @margoarmstrong3042
      @margoarmstrong3042 Před 2 lety +2

      I was hoping we would have a Christmas hello from Gerry. 🎄

  • @ScottKerill
    @ScottKerill Před 2 lety +121

    Congrats to Nat and Amaury!! To be honest, I was hoping for this ever since I spotted them canoodling at Versailles when you all were dressed up together! 🤗🤗

    • @kristyrash927
      @kristyrash927 Před 2 lety +21

      Yes I saw that too and I was so hoping that it was real. Yay!!! So happy for them. 💕

    • @EyseaSol
      @EyseaSol Před 2 lety +17

      lol Me too! So excited for them. She was talking about Mister Darcy, and I was like you have one right there.

    • @foxclem
      @foxclem Před 2 lety +7

      Same here ☺☺

    • @sophieprincicbel1
      @sophieprincicbel1 Před 2 lety +6

      Omg same here! 😅

    • @christinevr7698
      @christinevr7698 Před 2 lety +5

      Yes, I noticed too and was really hoping!! It’s wonderful news!!

  • @janineregan
    @janineregan Před 2 lety +33

    Much love to Mummy. So glad you are recovering x

  • @nancyjohnston5985
    @nancyjohnston5985 Před 2 lety +33

    What a gift your mother gave you with her song! And what a heritage of giving! God bless you all!

  • @oliverjocher2999
    @oliverjocher2999 Před 2 lety +17

    2 nice people who deserve each other...

  • @clairecooper9931
    @clairecooper9931 Před 2 lety +55

    So happy to hear your Mum is better and that Percy is well too. She looked beautiful. So happy for Nattie and Amaury ❤️ and of course you and Philip ❤️

  • @theadventuresofsandyland4961

    So wonderful! Natty and Amaury are a pair of lovely people! I was thinking earlier that they would be a lovely couple so really happy to hear their news!! Congratulations to you all 😀 Chateau de Amour 🥂😄❤💕 happy Christmas to you all

    • @melissakelly6798
      @melissakelly6798 Před 2 lety +4

      Just skipped back to the Versailles video and they are all cuddled up watching the fireworks :)

    • @christinevr7698
      @christinevr7698 Před 2 lety +3

      That’s when I first noticed too! All kinds of fireworks that evening. 💖💥

  • @isobelchapman9548
    @isobelchapman9548 Před 2 lety +75

    6:42 am and I’m crying buckets here in Somerset. What a vlog Stephanie and thank you so much for allowing us to be part of your celebrations. Thank The Good Lord that Mummy and Percy are ok and that Mummy has fully recovered. You must have been beside yourself with worry. As for love at LeLande, it’s in abundance and from the outset the spark between Amaury and Natti was there for all to see. Congratulations….as you know Stephanie and Phillip, it’s not easy being in ‘the public eye’ but I hope you all continue to be treated kindly. So here’s to you all, every good wish possible and may dreams continue to be made at your beautiful home.

  • @janineregan
    @janineregan Před 2 lety +55

    Oh, so delighted that Amaury and Nattie are a couple! Two beautiful generous spirits - a perfect match ❤️

    • @ttbko
      @ttbko Před 2 lety

      @@Scrapart_by_Zelinda sorry, which last couple?

    • @debbie74dj
      @debbie74dj Před 2 lety

      @@Scrapart_by_Zelinda which couple?

    • @ttbko
      @ttbko Před 2 lety +15

      @@Scrapart_by_Zelinda well fortunately it's actually none of our business. Love is never a bad thing, there are millions of examples of couples where there is difference that have been disapproved of over the years for a variety of reasons, that have thrived. It is not our right to approve or not. However I would hope that we would all wish them well since it's clearly agreeing with them and they are all that matters.

    • @NancyNally71
      @NancyNally71 Před 2 lety +12

      @@Scrapart_by_Zelinda Just a tip, if you have to preface your statement with "not being rude"....you're being rude.

    • @SarahSlack
      @SarahSlack Před 2 lety +9

      @@Scrapart_by_Zelinda You are being rude. Take it elsewhere. Thankfully, your understanding is not required.

  • @lunayahwitch
    @lunayahwitch Před 2 lety +22

    I’m so thankful that Isabelle is safe and healing, and so excited to see such love and happiness in every corner of your beautiful home❤️🙏🏼🇺🇸

  • @lcg5790
    @lcg5790 Před 2 lety +102

    Merry Christmas! So happy for Natti and Amaury and for your mother's recovery and for the growth of the bucket brigade. You have now a very happy family home.

  • @RLH1970
    @RLH1970 Před 2 lety +34

    I'm sending hugs to Michael Potts who has seemed a little down lately. Thank you for sharing your Christmas with us this month, I've looked forward to every video!

  • @silviahansen6103
    @silviahansen6103 Před 2 lety +53

    I knew it! Congratulations to Amoury and Nattie, Steph and Phillip! Love you all.

  • @LC-bb6jd
    @LC-bb6jd Před 2 lety +30

    Those ladies adventure at the thrift store had me laughing hysterically and then to see the creepy clown painting and the story that was told was the best. They are a hoot! Glad to hear that your mum and Percy are well.

  • @JBPalmBeach
    @JBPalmBeach Před 2 lety +16

    The POWER of CZcams.... The chateau was a bonus, but I think that CZcams has made Stephanie the center of her world in her life, and we are all just enjoying the ride. I can remember her stories about being there alone during the winter and wondering what her life was about........ well.... Exhibit A....... I can't imagine what it would be like to go to sleep and wake up every day knowing that a world of spectators are waiting for their day to be enlightened by 1 person and what she does to entertain and support our spirits during these hard and difficult times. Please live your life and allow us to enjoy all you wish to share. I look forward to seeing more projects in the future.

    • @annaibarra3447
      @annaibarra3447 Před 2 lety +2

      So true! Stephanie has a special flair or light that appeals so well on camera. But that is just a teeny bit of why she’s what she is. Her skill, charismatic, humbleness comes across so genuine, we cannot help to fall in love with her. Her ability to just have such gusto and passion for her chateau and the true love for her home, a chateau that isn’t the most beautiful, but she saw it and knew she had to bring this chateau all prettied up. So many projects but look forward to each project.

    • @TheChateauDiaries
      @TheChateauDiaries  Před 2 lety +2

      ❤️❤️❤️

  • @christinaw4832
    @christinaw4832 Před 2 lety +5

    Knew it from the night of the ball when he was holding her in a clip🤗...great couple!

  • @murielwilson3148
    @murielwilson3148 Před 2 lety +82

    Merry Christmas to you all it was lovely to see you all around your Christmas table I am pleased that Isabel is now well and a big congratulations to Nattie and Amonry

  • @Elise-bh4rg
    @Elise-bh4rg Před 2 lety +36

    So happy your mom is recovered. Was good to see her. Hope her and Percy can make a trip back to the chateau in 2022.
    Thanks for sharing your Christmas Day 🍾

  • @pieromouton1992
    @pieromouton1992 Před 2 lety +86

    JOLLY MOLLY THIS WAS A ROLLERCOASTER! Scared AF for Isabel and Percy, Joyfully for Naty and Amory of course Stef and Philippe. And amazed with all the prep. So happy everything is good and so many ppl got food on this times in South Africa so emotional video.

  • @PaulJones-so7fj
    @PaulJones-so7fj Před 2 lety +1

    I knew it! They were gone the same week, then Momma and Daddy arrived to celebrate! I think they are wonderful together!!!! Yea!

  • @rosalindhambleton9012
    @rosalindhambleton9012 Před 2 lety +28

    Merry Christmas to all of you at the château. Congratulations to Nati and Amaury ! So happy for Mummy's recovery and well being. Congratulations to you Stephanie to have done so well during this difficult month, I am sure you were well supported by Phillip during this time. Best wishes to all of you.

  • @42apprentice
    @42apprentice Před 2 lety +7

    Isabel looked beautiful in that gray dress, so lovely to see her. Health & happiness to all.

  • @goldenineke
    @goldenineke Před 2 lety +49

    Merry Christmas 🎄 to all at LaLande and I’m so relieved Isabelle and Percy are covid free now. Sending them loads of love and blessings.

  • @StevenERice
    @StevenERice Před 2 lety +21

    Stephanie....I can't imagine how you kept going when your dear mother was ill. My heart is filled with gratitude this Christmas Eve (still here in the States) that your mother has recovered. She is a jewel on our earth and we are all fortunate to have shared this little blip in time and space with her. Thank YOU for making that possible.

    • @percyattfield3393
      @percyattfield3393 Před 2 lety +5

      The Jarvis women are tough; they keep going!

    • @StevenERice
      @StevenERice Před 2 lety +1

      @@percyattfield3393 And we are so fortunate for their perseverance and the world is a better place because of it!

    • @Kentuckygardengal
      @Kentuckygardengal Před 2 lety

      @@percyattfield3393 thank you for taking such good care of Isabelle.

  • @taitweigel64
    @taitweigel64 Před 2 lety +62

    Isobel looks beautiful and her song was lovely. Everything on this vlog is perfect. The table, food, and most of all you, your friends, and family. Merry Christmas!

  • @TheAccidentalViking
    @TheAccidentalViking Před 2 lety +2

    Aw, wow. Occitan! Some of mother's family, that lived in Quebec, spoke Occitan. I had totally forgotten that story. Your mother and Percy's love story just warms my heart. I'm over 50 and alone in a country I wasn't born it or really wanted to live in.

  • @anneforster510
    @anneforster510 Před 2 lety +25

    Tears sprang to my eyes when you started talking about your Mother Stephanie and so relieved that she has recovered 🙏 Working on the Advent vlogs ,though hard, must have been a vital distraction for you . Sending my love to Nati and Amaury ,I think most of us could see what was in plain sight, a lovely couple indeed.
    Your vlogs ,Stephanie, just keep on getting better and better, I'm so glad I became a patron, you are the best and others try to follow (love Dan too ) You deserve your success. Now have a rest in January you certainly deserve it ❤❤❤

    • @TheChateauDiaries
      @TheChateauDiaries  Před 2 lety +2

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @kathyhuff8935
      @kathyhuff8935 Před 2 lety

      @@villaselva Guess ya gotta have money to be recognized 🙄 If it weren’t for us Peons liking, watching & commenting in the 1st place she wouldn’t be where she is now ! Money talks, I guess ... which is what makes her sooo happy all the time 🙄

    • @carolinegooder7091
      @carolinegooder7091 Před 2 lety +8

      @@villaselva I have had likes before and can't afford to be a patron, so that is not true. I checked and you got a ❤ from CD before.. LOL. I think you need a Christmas Hug and Prayer. Sending one your way.😁❤🌺🌹

    • @Sgirl
      @Sgirl Před 2 lety +6

      @@kathyhuff8935 @niya nicola I've gotten likes and responses from Stephanie and I'm not a patron. Maybe it's kindness that's the key. What you put out into the world comes back to you in kind, pun intended 😉 Try it ... it really works, and I hope you can reap the rewards too.

  • @coletteretif6316
    @coletteretif6316 Před 2 lety +10

    I am so thankful for you that your Mom is O.K. My Mom is her age (although much more fragile due to a botched hip surgery) that we still live a fairly cloistered life to try and shield her from the virus as much as possible. P.S. My father who is only slightly younger that your mother remembers his parents and grandparents "speaking" in the local Burgundian patois. He can still remember many of those words.

  • @dreamchaseruk
    @dreamchaseruk Před 2 lety +40

    Oh Stephanie, so sorry to hear your beautiful mummy caught covid. What a worrying time for you, yet you still managed to keep your vlogs upbeat for everyone. Hopefully she and Percy will be back at the chateau soon. It's so lovely to see your Aunt and Uncle in the vlogs. And LaLande has worked her magic and another romance has blossomed, how lovely. Merry Christmas to you all 💞☃️x

  • @christineb-jbsbtb
    @christineb-jbsbtb Před 2 lety +28

    Everything about this vlog was heartwarming, wishing you all health, joy and happiness.

  • @elaineteut9579
    @elaineteut9579 Před 2 lety +69

    I want that teapot with the stand, so cute. Fun Christmas. The table set for Christmas dinner was beautiful. Isabel looks wonderful, the area is suiting her.

  • @jeanoliver3784
    @jeanoliver3784 Před 2 lety +24

    Such a joy to watch your Christmas unfold. And all the preparations and how beautiful it has turned out. Love the news of the joining of two of the most beautiful and lovely people In LaLande. I saw hints of it too. Glad to hear it. And as well as finally the acknowledgment of you and Phillip this year too. Love is in the air.

  • @liesavillandre3481
    @liesavillandre3481 Před 2 lety +40

    thanks for letting us know about your mother. I am so very thankful that she is doing better, and that Percy is by her side and taking good care of his precious wife. I am also happy about Amaury and Nattie. They make a perfect couple like you and Phillip. Much love and happiness for all of the Chateau for the New Year too.

  • @andreacatzel8259
    @andreacatzel8259 Před 2 lety +11

    So happy that Isabelle is fully recovered …. What a worry. Percy is an Angel! 🙏 it must’ve been such a stressful time, and you just professionally carried on… like the true trouper that you are! You are a gift, dear Stephanie, and I wish you and Philip everything fabulous for 2022. Thrilled for Amaury and Nati! Thank you for uplifting and inspiring us! Love to all at Lalande! X ❤️

    • @andreacatzel8259
      @andreacatzel8259 Před 2 lety +1

      PS…. I am going to have serious withdrawal symptoms not being able to watch you on a daily basis. 🤣 It has been such a treat! Enjoy a wee bit of a rest. Enjoy your family and beautiful loved ones! ❤️

  • @sheilaosullivan3056
    @sheilaosullivan3056 Před 2 lety +9

    2.32am here in Ireland and couldn’t believe it when I saw your vlog coming up. I’m in tears here watching Isabel and her beautiful message to youStephanie. I’m so delighted for Natty and Amaury and can’t believe we won’t be having our daily dose of Advent vlogs which have been magnificent . Congratulations to all at La Lande for all the work they have put in. Xx Sheila 🇨🇮

  • @denenemcbride7372
    @denenemcbride7372 Před 2 lety +3

    LaLande is a fountain. The power in what's happening there is magical. Careful. Don't go so fast trying to please viewers that you stop looking for and creating authentic joy. The authenticity is most endearing. This channel has influenced my style interests. I've been entertained, inspired, and educated by all of you. So grateful to see good people thriving somewhere.

  • @mbmacdonald8429
    @mbmacdonald8429 Před 2 lety +44

    Merry Christmas! Greetings from Bermuda! So relieved that Mummy and Percy are well and the bucket tradition is increasingly successful.

  • @irenemulcahy2495
    @irenemulcahy2495 Před 2 lety +13

    The beautiful team spirit at la Lande radiates through the screen. No matter how hard one try's to hide their emotions " the look of love" can't be concealed. Thankyou for sharing the happiness 🎁🏹💖🍾🥂🥰

  • @sabrinab9821
    @sabrinab9821 Před 2 lety +21

    What a beautiful couple congratulations Natalia and Amaury❤️

  • @janicerivera5570
    @janicerivera5570 Před 2 lety +11

    Dear Steph, you look absolutely beautiful! Now I know where you got you lovely singing voice from. So glad you Mom is completely recovered. Happy to hear of the latest love birds at LeLande. Merry Christmas to all!

  • @carolehanrahan
    @carolehanrahan Před 2 lety +27

    Thank God mummy is alright and Percy (The Braveheart) is as well. That must have been so scary for all of you to go through. I love that their idea of the buckets is spreading and they should be so proud of that. I also am very happy to hear that love is a contagion that is spreading within La Lande. Hopefully we can have a pandemic of love. Congratulations to all of the lovers from the past to the present who have resided within the walls of your beautiful chateau. Merry Christmas to you all!

    • @percyattfield3393
      @percyattfield3393 Před 2 lety +2

      Brave heart is a new name I shall treasure; thank you. 😊

  • @icuinthelight
    @icuinthelight Před 2 lety +12

    Isabel and Percy's recovery and good health is your Christmas Miracle!

  • @rachelwyatt9529
    @rachelwyatt9529 Před 2 lety +31

    Happy Christmas! Thank God Isabel and Percy is alright. Thank you again for this wonderful video.

  • @sherikatz2919
    @sherikatz2919 Před 2 lety +18

    Sending your mummy lots of love and healing energy for a strong and complete recovery ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
    P.S. Last evening after Nati & Amaury’s special moment I’ll bet there was a collective worldwide gasp and joyful scream ! We all needed that . ❤️❤️Sheri

  • @mnizourin
    @mnizourin Před 2 lety +59

    Thank you Isabelle for sharing this part of your occitan heritage, that was very touching! Hope you keep getting better! All my well wishes!

  • @karlasmit7535
    @karlasmit7535 Před 2 lety +2

    I am as everyone so relieved that Isabel and Percy are well. I too wish Judy, and Isabel and Percy and Gerald were there. Please stay safe and well and return when you can. Merry Christmas.

  • @stephaniemedina1848
    @stephaniemedina1848 Před 2 lety +7

    Thank God mummy is all right🌹💃God bless you all🐱🎅🐦🎶🌈🙏

  • @eledatowle7128
    @eledatowle7128 Před 2 lety +1

    Isobel, your voice is more beautiful while you are sick than mine is in full health! Beautiful inside and out, I have no doubt that Mummy's buckets are the best! How wonderful that the helping tradition they created is being picked up by more people!

  • @lw7240
    @lw7240 Před 2 lety +98

    Merry Christmas to all you gorgeous people. Congrats to Stephanie and Philip, nati and amaury. So pleased for you. Wishing you all the best. Hugs and love Lisa xx ❤️😘.

    • @beefrench3554
      @beefrench3554 Před 2 lety +7

      And special congrats to mr&mrs Richmond (Stephane’s aunt&uncle) for 40 years. Love means so much more when it is partnered with commitment. ❤️

    • @miacowan4755
      @miacowan4755 Před 2 lety +3

      Merry Christmas to all you fabulous Lalanders! Huge congratulations to Nati and Amaury! 😍🥰I could see just after he first arrived a chemistry between them. LaLande casts a beautiful spell on all those open to its magic! So relieved to hear about Mommy and that Percy is ok too. Mommy is so strong and positive 💕And congratulations on you and Philip, Stefanie! Perfect ‘pairing’ throughout this year😁😍Waohhhhh! What a year!! Much love 💕 🥰🎄⛄️🎉💖🌸

  • @Randy8923
    @Randy8923 Před 2 lety +8

    Beautiful video! So relieved that Isabelle is recovered. God bless you Percy for staying with her, Thats true love. Exciting that Aumary and Natalia are together, I believe many of us were hoping for that. You all look beautiful and so does the dinner and the table is outstandingly beautiful this year! Love to all ❤. The luminaries are beautiful around the fountain, Great job Michael Potts. I adore your Aunt and Uncle. Your mother singing was beautiful and the heritage very interesting, I teared up myself.

  • @candydonnelly7543
    @candydonnelly7543 Před 2 lety +96

    The magic continues, thank you Stephanie and Philip. May 2022 be a year filled of love, adventure and tenderness. We love you both😘❤️🎉😘❤️🎉😘❤️🎉😘❤️🎉😘❤️🎉

  • @Jakdennnnnnn3d333
    @Jakdennnnnnn3d333 Před 2 lety +2

    Wow! Some of the scenes that was filmed of Isabel distributing the buckets are mere kilometers away from my house here in South Africa! How small the world really is!

  • @elly7826
    @elly7826 Před 2 lety +14

    Tears. Thankful for Isabelle and Percy’s good health and for her beautiful song about the Hope of our world. Thankful for friends and family and Love at La Lande. Such a bright spark of Grace in a dark world. Merry Christmas to all of you. (Thank you for filming on Christmas Day so that we could all be a part!)🌟💫❤️🎄✨🙏🎁🌟

  • @marthaely8244
    @marthaely8244 Před 2 lety +6

    I'm so grateful that your mother has recovered. What a scary time for you, being so far apart. Congratulations to Nati and Amaury!

  • @EmilyBoltz
    @EmilyBoltz Před 2 lety +14

    Oh my I could see why you were worried about your mom! I’m so glad both she and Percy are healthy! Thank you for recording the Christmas celebration. Cheers to family at La Londe !,,

  • @mikaylamp
    @mikaylamp Před 2 lety +8

    Stephanie, thank you for bringing such joy to my life. I've had such a trying holidays filled with cancelled and ruined plans and my mother recovering from chemo treatments for lung cancer. Being able to escape everyday to Lalande and be with such warm and wonderful people has been a lifesaver ❤️

    • @mariak9727
      @mariak9727 Před 2 lety +3

      🥰Wishing you a peaceful 2022 and a speedy recovery for your dear mother!🙏💕

    • @TheChateauDiaries
      @TheChateauDiaries  Před 2 lety +4

      I hope you have a much, much happier 2022 ❤️❤️❤️

    • @percyattfield3393
      @percyattfield3393 Před 2 lety

      Great to hear the chateau diaries helped you during your tough times.

  • @sabinegoetz1448
    @sabinegoetz1448 Před 2 lety +15

    I am crying tears of joy feeling the love from everyone at Lalande and Isabelle & Percy. It has been such a joy this month to see the Advent Diaries. Thank you so much for sharing. Love and appreciation to everyone💚

  • @janelord6461
    @janelord6461 Před 2 lety +7

    I am so pleased to hear that Mummy is over the worst of Covid. Hopefully, being in SA she had the Omicron varient which by all accounts is no worse than a very very bad cold. But non the less still a very worrying time. So pleased for Natie and Amaury and yourself and Philip. La Lande is certainly a place full of love, life and laughter. ❤️ Xx

    • @isabellejarvis7805
      @isabellejarvis7805 Před 2 lety +6

      Only a light cold in my case!

    • @janelord6461
      @janelord6461 Před 2 lety +2

      @@isabellejarvis7805 that is good to hear. Happy Christmas to you and Percy and a happy and healthy 2022. We look forward to seeing you back at the Chateau at some point ❤️ x

  • @lynnesmith6827
    @lynnesmith6827 Před 2 lety +56

    Hope everyone is having a wonderful Christmas! Just got home from my daughter’s to find this; couldn’t be a more perfect ending to my day! Blessings of the Season to all from Frederick Maryland USA!

    • @shannonstone2690
      @shannonstone2690 Před 2 lety +2

      Merry Christmas @LynneSmith- I’m in Leesburg! 🎄🎅🏽

    • @duckymomorocks
      @duckymomorocks Před 2 lety +2

      MerryChristmas! From a fellow Marylander! (Hampstead)

    • @vivienmcnaul109
      @vivienmcnaul109 Před 2 lety +1

      Happy boxing day from Seattle, Washington.

  • @checkmyflow9190
    @checkmyflow9190 Před 2 lety +1

    Here in canada we do the same initiative in the holidays the food bank always run out and we have in Québec guinolée and you just add 1-2 items in your weekly food purchase and build a box and give them to the food bank, ut doesn’t affect your own money and help so many people. So happy the store took isabelle and percy initiative

  • @maire1889
    @maire1889 Před 2 lety +9

    Congratulations to Natty and Amaury such a gorgeous gorgeous couple

  • @mtcannon2541
    @mtcannon2541 Před 2 lety +3

    Manna... was the bread of life, daily left for the Israelites whilst they were being lead through the desert. Food from Heaven, Food of the Angels, that kept the Israelites alive. Also they were taught lessons of appreciation through it as well.

  • @joyeddlemon798
    @joyeddlemon798 Před 2 lety +22

    I miss seeing Isabelle!!! Loved her beautiful song and I’m so glad she has recovered!! Congratulations to Nati and Amaury. Glad that’s out in the open now so we can all move forward. 😄Looking forward to all the lovely vlogs of 2022. Merry Christmas 🎄 🎄🎄🎄Happy New Year 🎉 🎉🎉

  • @elainejoyce2395
    @elainejoyce2395 Před 2 lety +1

    I saw Nati and Amaury holding hands last night how lovely no surprise to me haha.. Then I hear its been 4 months so good lovely for all 4 of you we have been married 50 years together 54 years hope the same for all of you life is wonderful .

  • @mreed71
    @mreed71 Před 2 lety +32

    Congrats to Natalia and Amaury!

  • @CarolChillsCasually
    @CarolChillsCasually Před 2 lety +5

    You and your mother have such a special bond. I’m so happy to hear she’s doing well. Can’t imagine how frightened you were and also not being able to visit. I hope to see her and Percy back at the chateau when they can. You and your family are such a bright light in this world.

  • @freesimorgh
    @freesimorgh Před 2 lety +27

    I definitely need to go to Lalande to find a hubby!

    • @hsimpson6581
      @hsimpson6581 Před 2 lety +5

      It is Love island

    • @freesimorgh
      @freesimorgh Před 2 lety +2

      @@hsimpson6581 you mean love chateau? Omg Steph you need to trade mark this and make a reality tv show! Rent a chateau and create a dating show! 🤣

    • @nataliaharvey9556
      @nataliaharvey9556 Před 2 lety +1

      Me too!

    • @nataliaharvey9556
      @nataliaharvey9556 Před 2 lety +1

      Me too

  • @VoroninHop
    @VoroninHop Před 2 lety +1

    Occitan is still spoken in quite a lot of the SW of France, especially in rural areas - everyone is the village where I used to live speaks it.

  • @jac1797
    @jac1797 Před 2 lety +56

    I am so happy for Emory and Natalie! Thrilled and beaming! Merry Christmas everyone!

  • @barbaralamoreaux328
    @barbaralamoreaux328 Před 2 lety +8

    Thank you for making the Christmas season more joyful for us all. So many of us feel that we were there with you and part of the LaLand family. These are sad times in many ways and you remind us that love and laughter remain the best parts of the human experience. Thank you, Stephanie and all the LaLanders. 🎄

  • @sth.777
    @sth.777 Před 2 lety +54

    Merry Christmas to you all! Congratulations to Amaury and Nattie - I've known about it for some time now! ;-) The signs were there to be seen if you look. I think you should hide the passports of Amaury's parents, though, and keep them at the Chateau as the treasures they are!

    • @annaibarra3447
      @annaibarra3447 Před 2 lety +4

      They sure are. Oh my gosh! I love them so much, they are full of life, gusto and so much enthusiasm to help anywhere, how that they can do. Plus they are so cute.

    • @circa1890
      @circa1890 Před 2 lety +6

      @Stephanie I know, thought the same thing of Nati and Amaury very soon after he arrived and told my sister (who watches CD with me).
      Eyes and body language can be very telling.
      Very sweet to know it's true. Best to them both.. ⚘

  • @fabricofthesky1169
    @fabricofthesky1169 Před 2 lety +10

    Love is in the air at Lalande! So happy for both couples 😍 And also very glad to hear that Isabelle is doing fine now 🙏🏻 Thank you Stephanie and everyone who contributed to making all of this content for us during December, providing a bit of magic in these difficult times ✨ Forever grateful to have found this beautiful community 💕

  • @carolinejobe9346
    @carolinejobe9346 Před 2 lety +14

    Oh yes love thrives in the atmosphere at Lalande because everything is so infused with love in your little community, you are so genuine and I am so happy to hear that Isabelle is well...thanks for all the vlogs

  • @tjanderson575
    @tjanderson575 Před 2 lety +21

    I’m just going to summarize with one word for all that has happened within and outside of “The Chateau Diaries” for this year…and that word is “WOW”!
    Bombshells and Mic drops at every turn it seems.
    I’m glad to hear everyone is well now.
    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all!

  • @kevinjewell233
    @kevinjewell233 Před 2 lety +23

    Damn, I've been so afraid for Isabelle in S Africa, she's my mother's age, sadly my Mom passed away 3 years ago to cancer on Thanksgiving, now France is the second worst country in the world behind the UK for new covid cases.... Merry Christmas to all from Paris!

  • @autodidactin
    @autodidactin Před 2 lety +5

    Heart felt gratitude to you, Stephanie, and all the LaLanders who worked so hard to bring us the wonderful Advent and Christmas preparations and festivities There was not a dry eye in the house after Isabelle’s song. So grateful that she snd Percy got through OK. Wishing you all every good thing, especially good health, for all the years of your lives. I know you will be blessed for all the joy you bring into the world.

  • @TiemposDePaz
    @TiemposDePaz Před 2 lety +10

    I knew it! Those 2 were holding hands last episode. And I was like, I see what’s going on 😂. I’m just happy to see everyone experiencing happiness. It’s not easy during these times to date. I started dating my guy this fall. After a few interesting guys, this one gives me peace.

  • @whatzupLizzy
    @whatzupLizzy Před 2 lety +8

    I’m not crying your crying! Congrats to the couple and to Isabella and Percy for sticking together and getting through it all. I will miss your daily programs but I really appreciate how much work it all was. Thank you. It has been a joy to watch!

  • @KrisanthiaMum
    @KrisanthiaMum Před 2 lety +28

    Wonderful family celebration!!! The ones we can’t be with at Christmas are never really “not” there are they. Mummy singing was so beautiful. I’m glad she and Percy are ok. Sending lots of love your way to everyone. OXOXOX’s

  • @johanrahan3189
    @johanrahan3189 Před 2 lety +3

    So happy for Natti and Amaury as i was for you and Philip Stephanie .How wonderful to see "Mummy " again ,thank goodness she has battled through this horrid illness and that she has her beloved Percy to care for her Her beauty shines through even though she wasnt feeling her best Bought a tear to my eye when she sang She has such a sweet voice .Much love to all of you from Derbyshire xxxxxxxx

  • @jodeneantonson985
    @jodeneantonson985 Před 2 lety +5

    Lovely to see Mummy! So happy to see her well. She is a dear lady.

  • @nancycowan6109
    @nancycowan6109 Před 2 lety +4

    Today I spent the day with my two grown girls and darling husband cooking, eating and playing Pictionary and watching you guys. It was a wonderful day. Best wishes to you all. Thank you for being part of our day. ❤️🎄

  • @snoopybluejeans
    @snoopybluejeans Před 2 lety +8

    So glad you gave us good news about Isabelle and Percy. My heart nearly dropped when you started explaining it. Merry Christmas you wonderful riot of people.

  • @Marykguise
    @Marykguise Před 2 lety +45

    I just wanted to thank Philip for all he does and supporting Stephanie so well, especially knowing what she has been through this last month. 💝

    • @christinevr7698
      @christinevr7698 Před 2 lety +12

      Yes! He is a wonderful partner to Stephanie! 💖 Such a kind, funny (& punny) loving man!

    • @karenbrunton6529
      @karenbrunton6529 Před 2 lety +7

      Here, here! He is so kind and caring.

    • @Marykguise
      @Marykguise Před 2 lety +3

      @@christinevr7698 Yes! Very punny! 🤣💗